An exposition with practicall observations continued upon the thirty second, the thirty third, and the thirty fourth chapters of the booke of Job being the substance of forty-nine lectures / delivered at Magnus neare the Bridge, London, by Joseph Caryl ...

Caryl, Joseph, 1602-1673
Publisher: Printed by M Simmons and are to be sold by Thomas Parkhurst
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1661
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A35535 ESTC ID: R36275 STC ID: C774
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Job XXXII-XXXIV -- Commentaries; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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8923 yet full and proper to the scope; yet full and proper to the scope; av j cc j p-acp dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1424 Page 449
1561 even while they pretend to honour Christ; even while they pretend to honour christ; av cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1 np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
2595 and is so in a three-fold consideration. and is so in a threefold consideration. cc vbz av p-acp dt j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 437 Page 132
3830 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 8, 9, 10, 11. JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 8, 9, 10, 11. n1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd (12) chapter (DIV2) 646 Page 194
9525 because he hath borne it upon him. Because he hath born it upon him. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9548 Meeknesse is that grace which moderates anger; Meekness is that grace which moderates anger; n1 vbz d n1 r-crq vvz n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
14925 and rejoyce in the God of my salvation. and rejoice in the God of my salvation. cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
16456 and early sought reconciliation with God. and early sought reconciliation with God. cc av-j vvd n1 p-acp np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2675 Page 826
16477 but a kind of noleity against it. but a kind of noleity against it. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
3622 then which nothing is more uncomely or unmanly. then which nothing is more uncomely or unmanly. av r-crq pix vbz av-dc j cc j-u. (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 183
3685 so man is cut out of that masse of mankinde; so man is Cut out of that mass of mankind; av n1 vbz vvn av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 629 Page 186
4479 and clapt him by the heeles for his misdemeanours. and clapped him by the heals for his misdemeanours. cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n2 p-acp po31 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
6956 Secondly, The utmost perill of life ( v. 22.) Secondly, The utmost peril of life (v. 22.) ord, dt j n1 pp-f n1 (n1 crd) (16) chapter (DIV2) 1135 Page 349
9569 and all the world may become guilty before God; and all the world may become guilty before God; cc d dt n1 vmb vvi j p-acp np1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 481
10678 He is not of their body of their society or gang. He is not of their body of their society or gang. pns31 vbz xx pp-f po32 n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
13013 Vers. 21. For his eyes are upon the wayes of men. Vers. 21. For his eyes Are upon the ways of men. np1 crd p-acp po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2158 Page 656
14125 they would not consider any of his wayes. they would not Consider any of his ways. pns32 vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2326 Page 712
15137 Secondly, We may consider hypocrites under this distinction. Secondly, We may Consider Hypocrites under this distinction. ord, pns12 vmb vvi n2 p-acp d n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
208 His name had a great encouragement in it to gallantry in warre. His name had a great encouragement in it to gallantry in war. po31 n1 vhd dt j n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
2136 The Seventy render, The spirit of my belly destroyeth me. The Seventy render, The Spirit of my belly Destroyeth me. dt crd vvb, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vvz pno11. (8) chapter (DIV2) 359 Page 110
2507 yet he must be honoured as much as his place comes to. yet he must be honoured as much as his place comes to. av pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp. (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 128
2617 but thy creator, remember this) in the dayes of thy youth; but thy creator, Remember this) in the days of thy youth; cc-acp po21 n1, vvb d) p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 133
3203 And therefore we are not our owne at all, nor in any respect; And Therefore we Are not our own At all, nor in any respect; cc av pns12 vbr xx po12 d p-acp d, ccx p-acp d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3285 or the Son, who are God, the holy Ghost must needs be God. or the Son, who Are God, the holy Ghost must needs be God. cc dt n1, r-crq vbr np1, dt j n1 vmb av vbi n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3326 as the life of a beast is. as the life of a beast is. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz. (11) chapter (DIV2) 581 Page 170
3976 that is, let me be preserved in mine integrity and uprightness. that is, let me be preserved in mine integrity and uprightness. cst vbz, vvb pno11 vbi vvn p-acp po11 n1 cc n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 201
4738 and indeed they cannot be dis-joyned, except in notion or discourse. and indeed they cannot be disjoined, except in notion or discourse. cc av pns32 vmbx vbi j, c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 777 Page 238
4886 as those two other readings make it a reason why he did; as those two other readings make it a reason why he did; c-acp d crd j-jn n2-vvg vvb pn31 dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdd; (13) chapter (DIV2) 800 Page 246
6790 for the promoting and putting on of a lazy soul in Gods worke. for the promoting and putting on of a lazy soul in God's work. p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg a-acp pp-f dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
7343 and recovers him out of his sin. As if Elihu had said; and recovers him out of his since. As if Elihu had said; cc vvz pno31 av pp-f po31 n1. p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
9631 For I desire to justifie thee. As if he had sayd; For I desire to justify thee. As if he had said; p-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 484
9652 when we maintaine his wayes as just and righteous. when we maintain his ways as just and righteous. c-crq pns12 vvb po31 n2 p-acp j cc j. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1568 Page 485
9716 Speak (said he) for I desire to justifie thee. Speak (said he) for I desire to justify thee. vvb (vvd pns31) c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9819 and solid prudence, in the managing either of discourses or actions. and solid prudence, in the managing either of discourses or actions. cc j n1, p-acp dt n-vvg d pp-f n2 cc n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1615 Page 495
11003 or (in their acts or deserts, whether good or bad) not the same. or (in their acts or deserts, whither good or bad) not the same. cc (p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cs j cc j) xx dt d. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1842 Page 555
14967 For, being a perfect peace it will not decay of it selfe; For, being a perfect peace it will not decay of it self; p-acp, vbg dt j n1 pn31 vmb xx vvi pp-f pn31 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
15292 but as he may be taken notice of, and seene of men; but as he may be taken notice of, and seen of men; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn n1 pp-f, cc vvn pp-f n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15345 We ought to reprove and not flatter sin in others; We ought to reprove and not flatter since in Others; pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi cc xx vvi n1 p-acp n2-jn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15805 Our afflictions are Gods allotment, we must bear what he appoints: Our afflictions Are God's allotment, we must bear what he appoints: po12 n2 vbr ng1 n1, pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vvz: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2563 Page 794
15825 or the skilful bearing of it that doth us good; or the skilful bearing of it that does us good; cc dt j n-vvg pp-f pn31 cst vdz pno12 j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
4564 For though there be no difference in the thing between not being just and being unjust, For though there be no difference in the thing between not being just and being unjust, p-acp cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp xx vbg j cc vbg j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4565 yet there is much more mildness in the words; yet there is much more mildness in the words; av pc-acp vbz d dc n1 p-acp dt n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
1288 knowledge may perish from the Priests mouth, and counsel from the ancient. knowledge may perish from the Priests Mouth, and counsel from the ancient. n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1393 and to make a noyse of their parts and learning. and to make a noise of their parts and learning. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 72
2324 As if Elihu had sayd, I will not accept or lift up the face of a man, As if Elihu had said, I will not accept or lift up the face of a man, p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb xx vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
3413 or how to understand and comport with his providences towards thee. or how to understand and comport with his providences towards thee. cc c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
6355 and strips us naked of that cloathing and adorning whereof we are proud. and strips us naked of that clothing and adorning whereof we Are proud. cc vvz pno12 j pp-f d n1 cc vvg c-crq pns12 vbr j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1033 Page 319
6378 First, Let the proud man consider what he is; First, Let the proud man Consider what he is; ord, vvb dt j n1 vvb r-crq pns31 vbz; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 320
6810 He is pleased to give commission to pains and sicknesses, and then they come. He is pleased to give commission to pains and Sicknesses, and then they come. pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av pns32 vvb. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 341
7518 and he cannot know the mind of God, unlesse God himself reveals it; and he cannot know the mind of God, unless God himself reveals it; cc pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cs np1 px31 vvz pn31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
8944 Againe, Consider the time or season when the Lord looked for this confession; Again, Consider the time or season when the Lord looked for this Confessi; av, vvb dt n1 cc n1 c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp d n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1429 Page 450
8945 It was a time of trouble and affliction, of paine and sorrow, the man was sick, It was a time of trouble and affliction, of pain and sorrow, the man was sick, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 vbds j, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1429 Page 450
8967 for they have made voyd thy law; for they have made void thy law; c-acp pns32 vhb vvn j po21 n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
10333 When God takes away our judgement, we fall under the hard judgements of men; When God Takes away our judgement, we fallen under the hard Judgments of men; c-crq np1 vvz av po12 n1, pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1713 Page 520
10539 And he had but a poore remedy left, to say he did not meane them so. And he had but a poor remedy left, to say he did not mean them so. cc pns31 vhd p-acp dt j n1 vvd, pc-acp vvi pns31 vdd xx vvi pno32 av. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10942 It is said ( Hos. 7.11.) Ephraim is like a silly dove without a heart. It is said (Hos. 7.11.) Ephraim is like a silly dove without a heart. pn31 vbz vvd (np1 crd.) np1 vbz av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1834 Page 552
11287 We should be (in a sense) Masters of truth; and then we are so indeed, We should be (in a sense) Masters of truth; and then we Are so indeed, pns12 vmd vbi (p-acp dt n1) n2 pp-f n1; cc av pns12 vbr av av, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1888 Page 570
12145 and children, &c. as to hinder his coming to, or following of me. and children, etc. as to hinder his coming to, or following of me. cc n2, av p-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n-vvg p-acp, cc vvg pp-f pno11. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12344 Now a Beliallist, will not hear of, nor have to do with the yoke; Now a Beliallist, will not hear of, nor have to do with the yoke; av dt n1, vmb xx vvi pp-f, ccx vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
12346 nor be bound in the furrow; you cannot make the wilde Ass work like the Oxe. nor be bound in the furrow; you cannot make the wild Ass work like the Ox. ccx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; pn22 vmbx vvi dt j n1 vvi av-j dt n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
13416 nor hath he given thee (O Job) any cause to desire it of him. nor hath he given thee (Oh Job) any cause to desire it of him. ccx vhz pns31 vvn pno21 (uh n1) d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f pno31. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
14148 Doubtless those mighty men spoken of by Elihu, were worldly wise men; Doubtless those mighty men spoken of by Elihu, were worldly wise men; av-j d j n2 vvn pp-f p-acp np1, vbdr j j n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2329 Page 713
14375 they are under more promises of protection then the great men of the world are. they Are under more promises of protection then the great men of the world Are. pns32 vbr p-acp dc n2 pp-f n1 cs dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14415 He that is altogether holy and righteous, doth all things holily and righteously. He that is altogether holy and righteous, does all things holily and righteously. pns31 cst vbz av j cc j, vdz d n2 av-j cc av-j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2366 Page 726
14456 neither his ear heavie that it cannot hear; neither his ear heavy that it cannot hear; av-dx po31 n1 j cst pn31 vmbx vvi; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14495 Secondly, Who can have any confidence in him, or boldness with him; Secondly, Who can have any confidence in him, or boldness with him; ord, r-crq vmb vhi d n1 p-acp pno31, cc n1 p-acp pno31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14518 or draw neere to him with comfort? And so it generally comes to passe, or draw near to him with Comfort? And so it generally comes to pass, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp n1? cc av pn31 av-j vvz pc-acp vvi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 731
15009 than a forbearance to open them) but to the babes, who are (though weake, than a forbearance to open them) but to the babes, who Are (though weak, cs dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32) p-acp p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbr (cs j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15134 this is properly the work of dissimulation or cloaking. this is properly the work of dissimulation or cloaking. d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2471 Page 761
15368 I feare God (sayd he, Gen: 42.18.) when he had no man to feare. I Fear God (said he, Gen: 42.18.) when he had no man to Fear. pns11 vvb np1 (vvd pns31, np1: crd.) c-crq pns31 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15409 And he doth it many times, by letting them fall into foule sins; And he does it many times, by letting them fallen into foul Sins; cc pns31 vdz pn31 d n2, p-acp vvg pno32 vvi p-acp j n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15663 That which I see not teach thou me. That which I see not teach thou me. cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvi pns21 pno11. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2532 Page 787
16542 for to cover sin with any thing of our owne, is to adde sin to sin. for to cover since with any thing of our own, is to add since to since. c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 d, vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
1931 nor take up directions from what you have done, for I see you have gone and done amisse. nor take up directions from what you have done, for I see you have gone and done amiss. ccx vvb a-acp n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vdn, c-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vhb vvn cc vdn av. (7) chapter (DIV2) 310 Page 98
1932 Againe, When Elihu saith, I will not answer him with your speeches. Note Secondly. Again, When Elihu Says, I will not answer him with your Speeches. Note Secondly. av, c-crq np1 vvz, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n2. n1 ord. (7) chapter (DIV2) 311 Page 98
4566 and a man takes lesse offence, when told that he is not just, then in being told that he is unjust. and a man Takes less offence, when told that he is not just, then in being told that he is unjust. cc dt n1 vvz dc n1, c-crq vvd cst pns31 vbz xx j, av p-acp vbg vvn cst pns31 vbz j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 230
49 There are three sorts of righteous persons. There Are three sorts of righteous Persons. pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f j n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 4
0 AN EXPOSITION WITH Practicall Observations UPON The Thirty-second, Thirty-third, and Thirty-fourth Chapters of the Book of JOB. an EXPOSITION WITH Practical Observations UPON The Thirty-second, Thirty-third, and Thirty-fourth Chapters of the Book of JOB. dt n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j, j, cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) commentary_on_job (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 JOB, Chap. 32. Vers. 1, 2, 3. JOB, Chap. 32. Vers. 1, 2, 3. np1, np1 crd np1 vvn, crd, crd (4) chapter (DIV2) 0 Page 1
2 So these three men ceased to answer Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. So these three men ceased to answer Job, Because he was righteous in his own eyes. av d crd n2 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 1
3 Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite of the kindred of Rain: Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite of the kindred of Rain: av vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 dt np1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) chapter (DIV2) 2 Page 1
4 against Job was his wrath kindled; because he justified himselfe rather then God. Also against his three friends was his wrath kindled: against Job was his wrath kindled; Because he justified himself rather then God. Also against his three Friends was his wrath kindled: p-acp np1 vbds po31 n1 vvn; c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av np1. av p-acp po31 crd n2 vbds po31 n1 vvn: (4) chapter (DIV2) 2 Page 1
5 because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. THe last Chapter ended with these words, The words of Job are ended; Because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. THe last Chapter ended with these words, The words of Job Are ended; c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dx n1, cc av vhd vvn np1. dt ord n1 vvn p-acp d n2, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn; (4) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 1
6 the beginning of this tells us his three friends had ended theirs. So these three men ceased to answer Job; the beginning of this tells us his three Friends had ended theirs. So these three men ceased to answer Job; dt n-vvg pp-f d vvz pno12 po31 crd n2 vhd vvn png32. av d crd n2 vvd pc-acp vvi n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 1
7 Thus we have had the whole dispute between Job and his three friends; Now followeth the determination of it. Thus we have had the Whole dispute between Job and his three Friends; Now follows the determination of it. av pns12 vhb vhn dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc po31 crd n2; av vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 1
8 The disputants having done, the moderators begin; First Elihu, and after him God himselfe. Elihu spends six whole Chapters in delivering his mind upon this Controversie; The disputants having done, the moderators begin; First Elihu, and After him God himself. Elihu spends six Whole Chapters in delivering his mind upon this Controversy; dt n2 vhg vdn, dt n2 vvb; ord np1, cc p-acp pno31 n1 px31. np1 vvz crd j-jn n2 p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 1
9 yet he makes some pauses and overtures, moving or inviting Job to a reply. But Job interposed not a word. yet he makes Some pauses and overtures, moving or inviting Job to a reply. But Job interposed not a word. av pns31 vvz d n2 cc n2, vvg cc vvg np1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp np1 vvd xx dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 2
10 We may consider this whole discourse of El•hu in foure distinct parts; the first contained in the 32d and 33d Chapters; We may Consider this Whole discourse of El•hu in foure distinct parts; the First contained in the 32d and 33d Chapters; pns12 vmb vvi d j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp crd j n2; dt ord vvd p-acp dt crd cc crd n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 2
11 the second in the 34th, the third in the 35th, and the fourth in the 36th and 37th Chapters of this Book. the second in the 34th, the third in the 35th, and the fourth in the 36th and 37th Chapters of this Book. dt ord p-acp dt ord, dt ord p-acp dt ord, cc dt ord p-acp dt ord cc ord n2 pp-f d n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 2
12 In the first part, he directeth his speech; first to Jobs three friends, in this 32d Chapter; In the First part, he directeth his speech; First to Jobs three Friends, in this 32d Chapter; p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1; ord p-acp n2 crd n2, p-acp d crd n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 2
13 Secondly, to Job himselfe in the 33d. In this Chapter we may consider, first a rationall transition from the dispute between Job and his friends, to this discourse of Elihu, in the five first verses; Secondly, to Job himself in the 33d. In this Chapter we may Consider, First a rational transition from the dispute between Job and his Friends, to this discourse of Elihu, in the five First Verses; ord, pc-acp np1 px31 p-acp dt crd. p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi, ord dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc po31 n2, p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt crd ord n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 2
14 Secondly, we have a very Rhetoricall or patheticall Preface, wherein Elihu endeavoureth to gaine attention by giving an account, Secondly, we have a very Rhetorical or pathetical Preface, wherein Elihu endeavoureth to gain attention by giving an account, ord, pns12 vhb dt j j cc j n1, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 2
15 or the reasons of his undertaking, in which he interweaves many Apologies for himselfe, in venturing upon so hard a taske, respecting both his youth, or the Reasons of his undertaking, in which he interweaves many Apologies for himself, in venturing upon so hard a task, respecting both his youth, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz d n2 c-acp px31, p-acp vvg p-acp av j dt n1, vvg d po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 2
16 and the weight of the argument. He amplifies and continueth upon this subject to the end of the 32d Chapter; and the weight of the argument. He amplifies and Continueth upon this Subject to the end of the 32d Chapter; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp d n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 2
17 wherein he engageth himselfe by solemne promise to carry on the businesse without respect of persons, without feare or flattery. wherein he engageth himself by solemn promise to carry on the business without respect of Persons, without Fear or flattery. c-crq pns31 vvz px31 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 2
18 Yet more distinctly in this first part, The transition; first, a reason is assigned why Jobs friends left off speaking. Yet more distinctly in this First part, The transition; First, a reason is assigned why Jobs Friends left off speaking. av av-dc av-j p-acp d ord n1, dt n1; ord, dt n1 vbz vvn c-crq n2 n2 vvd a-acp vvg. (4) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 2
19 As it is not good to begin to speak, so neither to give over speaking, till we see and can give a reason for it; As it is not good to begin to speak, so neither to give over speaking, till we see and can give a reason for it; p-acp pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi, av av-dx pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, c-acp pns12 vvb cc vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 2
20 The reason here given, is, because Job was righteous in his own eyes (v. 1.) Secondly, a reason is given not only why Elihu did begin to speak, The reason Here given, is, Because Job was righteous in his own eyes (v. 1.) Secondly, a reason is given not only why Elihu did begin to speak, dt n1 av vvn, vbz, c-acp n1 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2 (n1 crd) ord, dt n1 vbz vvn xx av-j q-crq np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi, (4) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 2
21 but why he began to speak as he did, in anger; first, against Job, which is laid downe in the second verse, Because he justified himselfe rather then God; but why he began to speak as he did, in anger; First, against Job, which is laid down in the second verse, Because he justified himself rather then God; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vdd, p-acp n1; ord, p-acp n1, r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 2
22 Secondly, against his friends ( ver. 3.) Because they had found no answer, yet had condemned Job, or, because they censured him, though they could not confute him. Secondly, against his Friends (for. 3.) Because they had found no answer, yet had condemned Job, or, Because they censured him, though they could not confute him. ord, p-acp po31 n2 (p-acp. crd) c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dx n1, av vhd vvn np1, cc, c-acp pns32 vvn pno31, cs pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 2
23 In the 4th and 5th verses, we have a discovery of the cause of Elihu's modesty in forbearing so long to speak, which he further inlargeth in the following parts of the Chapter. In the 4th and 5th Verses, we have a discovery of the cause of Elihu's modesty in forbearing so long to speak, which he further enlargeth in the following parts of the Chapter. p-acp dt ord cc ord n2, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp vvg av av-j pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns31 av-jc vvz p-acp dt vvg n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 2
24 Vers. 1. So these three men ceased to answer Job. They who had maintained the dispute all this while, ceased, rested, or sate downe. Vers. 1. So these three men ceased to answer Job. They who had maintained the dispute all this while, ceased, rested, or sat down. np1 crd av d crd n2 vvd pc-acp vvi np1. pns32 r-crq vhd vvn dt n1 d d n1, vvn, vvd, cc vvd a-acp. (4) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 2
25 When men speak they usually stand up or stand forth. The word in the Hebrew may be rendred thus; When men speak they usually stand up or stand forth. The word in the Hebrew may be rendered thus; c-crq n2 vvb pns32 av-j vvb a-acp cc vvb av. dt n1 p-acp dt njp vmb vbi vvn av; (4) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 3
26 They sabbatized, implying they had found it a week of hard work, and strong labour in dealing and tugging with Job; And now as if their seventh day or Saboth were come, they sate downe and took their rest. They sabbatized, implying they had found it a Week of hard work, and strong labour in dealing and tugging with Job; And now as if their seventh day or Sabbath were come, they sat down and took their rest. pns32 vvn, vvg pns32 vhd vvn pn31 dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp n1; cc av c-acp cs po32 ord n1 cc np1 vbdr vvn, pns32 vvd a-acp cc vvd po32 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 3
27 Speaking, especially arguing and disputing with a knowing and resolved adversary, is tough worke; Speaking, especially arguing and disputing with a knowing and resolved adversary, is tough work; vvg, av-j vvg cc vvg p-acp dt vvg cc j-vvn n1, vbz j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 3
28 And they who have been at it to purpose, may for very wearinesse have causee-nough to rest or take their Saboth; And they who have been At it to purpose, may for very weariness have causee-nough to rest or take their Sabbath; cc pns32 r-crq vhb vbn p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, vmb p-acp j n1 vhb j p-acp n1 cc vvi po32 np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 3
29 so did these three men, they ceased or sabbatiz'd from answering Job. so did these three men, they ceased or sabbatized from answering Job. av vdd d crd n2, pns32 vvd cc vvn p-acp vvg np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 3
30 We may yet further enquire, why did they cease? First, some men cease to answer, We may yet further inquire, why did they cease? First, Some men cease to answer, pns12 vmb av av-j vvi, q-crq vdd pns32 vvi? ord, d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, (4) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 3
31 because they have no more to answer. Because they have no more to answer. c-acp pns32 vhb dx dc pc-acp vvi. (4) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 3
32 Secondly, others cease to answer, because they suppose they have answered enough already, and will answer no more. Secondly, Others cease to answer, Because they suppose they have answered enough already, and will answer no more. ord, n2-jn vvb pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vvn av-d av, cc vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. (4) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 3
33 Some say the former was the reason why Jobs three friends ceased to answer, they had no more to answer; some say the former was the reason why Jobs three Friends ceased to answer, they had no more to answer; d vvb dt j vbds dt n1 c-crq n2 crd n2 vvd pc-acp vvi, pns32 vhd dx dc pc-acp vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 3
34 Others take the latter, that they had no mind, no will to give any further answer. Others take the latter, that they had no mind, no will to give any further answer. n2-jn vvb dt d, cst pns32 vhd dx n1, dx n1 pc-acp vvi d jc n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 3
35 But the reason expressed in the text (which should satisfie us and superseed further queries) is, But the reason expressed in the text (which should satisfy us and superseed further queries) is, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vmd vvi pno12 cc n1 jc n2) vbz, (4) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 3
36 Because he was righteous in his owne eyes. Because he was righteous in his own eyes. c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 3
37 As if it had been said, Because they saw they had done no good upon him, Job kept his ground and maintained his standing, he disputed every inch with them, and yeilded not an inch; As if it had been said, Because they saw they had done no good upon him, Job kept his ground and maintained his standing, he disputed every inch with them, and yielded not an inch; c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn, c-acp pns32 vvd pns32 vhd vdn dx j p-acp pno31, np1 vvd po31 n1 cc vvd po31 n-vvg, pns31 vvn d n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvd xx dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 3
38 as they found him at first, so he was at last, they saw him a man immoveably set downe in his owne purpose and opinion, as they found him At First, so he was At last, they saw him a man immoveably Set down in his own purpose and opinion, c-acp pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp ord, av pns31 vbds p-acp ord, pns32 vvd pno31 dt n1 av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 3
39 and therefore, because they could get nothing by speaking, they would speak no more. and Therefore, Because they could get nothing by speaking, they would speak no more. cc av, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pix p-acp vvg, pns32 vmd vvi av-dx av-dc. (4) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 3
40 'Tis but lost labour, (as we say) to wash the Blackmore. The constancy and warmth of Job in defending himselfe they judged obstinacy and a humour to oppose, It's but lost labour, (as we say) to wash the Blackmore. The constancy and warmth of Job in defending himself they judged obstinacy and a humour to oppose, pn31|vbz p-acp vvn n1, (c-acp pns12 vvb) pc-acp vvi dt np1. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg px31 pns32 vvn n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (4) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 3
41 or but the swelling of a proud spirit; or but the swelling of a proud Spirit; cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 3
42 whereas indeed it was the love of truth, not of contention, a zeale to doe himselfe right, not to doe them wrong, which caused him still to hold up the Bucklers, whereas indeed it was the love of truth, not of contention, a zeal to do himself right, not to do them wrong, which caused him still to hold up the Bucklers, cs av pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, xx pp-f n1, dt n1 pc-acp vdi px31 vvi, xx pc-acp vdi pno32 n-jn, r-crq vvd pno31 av pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 3
43 and adhere so stiffely to his owne opinion. Thus despayring to convince or bring him to an acknowledgement; and adhere so stiffly to his own opinion. Thus despairing to convince or bring him to an acknowledgement; cc vvi av av-j p-acp po31 d n1. av j-vvg pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 3
44 that he was unrighteous, they ceased. Because he was righteous in his owne eyes. that he was unrighteous, they ceased. Because he was righteous in his own eyes. cst pns31 vbds j, pns32 vvd. c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 3
45 That's such another forme of speaking ( Pro. 3.7.) Be not wise in thine owne eyes; That's such Another Form of speaking (Pro 3.7.) Be not wise in thine own eyes; d|vbz d j-jn n1 pp-f vvg (np1 crd.) vbb xx j p-acp po21 d n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 12 Page 3
46 As also that ( Pro. 26.12.) Seest thou a man wise in his owne conceit, there is more hope of a fool then of him. As also that (Pro 26.12.) See thou a man wise in his own conceit, there is more hope of a fool then of him. c-acp av d (np1 crd.) vv2 pns21 dt n1 j p-acp po31 d n1, pc-acp vbz dc n1 pp-f dt n1 av pp-f pno31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 12 Page 3
47 You may easier reduce a man that is indeed ignorant, then him, that thinks himselfe very wise, or knowing, but is not. You may Easier reduce a man that is indeed ignorant, then him, that thinks himself very wise, or knowing, but is not. pn22 vmb av-jc vvi dt n1 cst vbz av j, av pno31, cst vvz px31 av j, cc vvg, cc-acp vbz xx. (4) chapter (DIV2) 12 Page 4
48 This was the apprehension of Jobs friends concerning him, He was a man (thought they and so they said) righteous in his owne eyes. This was the apprehension of Jobs Friends Concerning him, He was a man (Thought they and so they said) righteous in his own eyes. d vbds dt n1 pp-f n2 n2 vvg pno31, pns31 vbds dt n1 (vvd pns32 cc av pns32 vvd) j p-acp po31 d n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 12 Page 4
50 First, such as are righteous in the eyes of God, and so the Godly are under a twofold notion; First, such as Are righteous in the eyes of God, and so the Godly Are under a twofold notion; ord, d c-acp vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av dt j vbr p-acp dt j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 4
51 First, as being pardoned for or justified from their unrighteousnesse, through faith in Christ; Blessed are they who are thus accounted righteous in the eyes of God. First, as being pardoned for or justified from their unrighteousness, through faith in christ; Blessed Are they who Are thus accounted righteous in the eyes of God. ord, c-acp vbg vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp po32 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1; vvn vbr pns32 r-crq vbr av vvn j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 4
52 Secondly, they are righteous, as avoyding unrighteous, and doing righteous things. Secondly, they Are righteous, as avoiding unrighteous, and doing righteous things. ord, pns32 vbr j, c-acp vvg j, cc vdg j n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 4
53 There is a seed a principle of righteousnesse in persons justified and regenerated, which dayly puts it selfe forth in righteous actings; There is a seed a principle of righteousness in Persons justified and regenerated, which daily puts it self forth in righteous actings; pc-acp vbz dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 vvn cc vvn, r-crq av-j vvz pn31 n1 av p-acp j n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 4
54 He that doth righteousnesse is righteous (1 Joh: 3.7.) He is so, both as to his state, He that does righteousness is righteous (1 John: 3.7.) He is so, both as to his state, pns31 cst vdz n1 vbz j (vvd np1: crd.) pns31 vbz av, d c-acp p-acp po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 4
55 and as to his actions, in the eyes of God and good men. Secondly, Many are righteous in the eyes of men, they have faire appearances and out-sides; and as to his actions, in the eyes of God and good men. Secondly, Many Are righteous in the eyes of men, they have fair appearances and outsides; cc c-acp p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc j n2. ord, d vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vhb j n2 cc n2-an; (4) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 4
56 you can read nothing amisse in their conversation, yet they are unrighteous, yea altogether unrighteous in the eyes of God, you can read nothing amiss in their Conversation, yet they Are unrighteous, yea altogether unrighteous in the eyes of God, pn22 vmb vvi pix av p-acp po32 n1, av pns32 vbr j, uh av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 4
57 yea and possibly in their owne too; yea and possibly in their own too; uh cc av-j p-acp po32 d av; (4) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 4
58 They cannot but see their own wickednesse, though they can conceale it from the sight of others. They cannot but see their own wickedness, though they can conceal it from the sighed of Others. pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi po32 d n1, cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 4
59 Hypocrites are like painted Sepulchers, faire without (as Christ spake of the Pharisees) but within full of rottennesse. Hypocrites Are like painted Sepulchers, fair without (as christ spoke of the Pharisees) but within full of rottenness. n2 vbr av-j vvn n2, j p-acp (c-acp np1 vvd pp-f dt np2) cc-acp p-acp j pp-f n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 4
60 They seeme that to men which God seeth they are not; They seem that to men which God sees they Are not; pns32 vvb cst p-acp n2 r-crq np1 vvz pns32 vbr xx; (4) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 4
61 They can shew their best side to and hide their worst from men, but they cannot play this game with God; They can show their best side to and hide their worst from men, but they cannot play this game with God; pns32 vmb vvi po32 js n1 p-acp cc vvi po32 js p-acp n2, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vvi d n1 p-acp np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 4
62 he seeth their best is bad, because it is but the covering, not the hating, not the mortifying of that which is bad. he sees their best is bad, Because it is but the covering, not the hating, not the mortifying of that which is bad. pns31 vvz po32 js vbz j, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n-vvg, xx dt vvg, xx dt vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 4
63 Thirdly, There is another sort who are righteous in their own eyes; Thirdly, There is Another sort who Are righteous in their own eyes; ord, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 r-crq vbr j p-acp po32 d n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 4
64 such Solomon describes ( Prov. 30.12.) There is a generation that are pure in their owne eyes, such Solomon describes (Curae 30.12.) There is a generation that Are pure in their own eyes, d np1 vvz (np1 crd.) pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vbr j p-acp po32 d n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 4
65 and yet is not washed from their filthinesse. These have a great opinion of themselves; and yet is not washed from their filthiness. These have a great opinion of themselves; cc av vbz xx vvn p-acp po32 n1. np1 vhb dt j n1 pp-f px32; (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 4
66 They think all is right and well with them, when indeed they are filthy and uncleane, their hearts being yet unchanged, though their wayes are smoothed; They think all is right and well with them, when indeed they Are filthy and unclean, their hearts being yet unchanged, though their ways Are smoothed; pns32 vvb d vbz j-jn cc av p-acp pno32, c-crq av pns32 vbr j cc j, po32 n2 vbg av j, cs po32 n2 vbr vvn; (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 4
67 and though they may have left off to doe many filthy things, yet they are not washed from their filthinesse. and though they may have left off to do many filthy things, yet they Are not washed from their filthiness. cc cs pns32 vmb vhi vvn a-acp pc-acp vdi d j n2, av pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp po32 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 4
68 The text in hand puts Job into this third sort of righteous men. But was it thus with him? I answer; The text in hand puts Job into this third sort of righteous men. But was it thus with him? I answer; dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1 p-acp d ord n1 pp-f j n2. cc-acp vbds pn31 av p-acp pno31? pns11 vvb; (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 4
69 First, Job was a man righteous in the eyes of God, in both the notions mentioned; First, Job was a man righteous in the eyes of God, in both the notions mentioned; ord, np1 vbds dt n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp d dt n2 vvn; (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 4
70 he was righteous as justified and righteous as sanctified. Secondly, Job was a man righteous in the eyes of many men; he was righteous as justified and righteous as sanctified. Secondly, Job was a man righteous in the eyes of many men; pns31 vbds j c-acp vvn cc j c-acp vvn. ord, np1 vbds dt n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 4
71 for he saith ( Chap. 29.11.) The ear which heard me blessed me, and the eye which saw me gave witnesse to me; for he Says (Chap. 29.11.) The ear which herd me blessed me, and the eye which saw me gave witness to me; c-acp pns31 vvz (np1 crd.) dt n1 r-crq vvd pno11 vvd pno11, cc dt n1 r-crq vvd pno11 vvd vvi p-acp pno11; (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 5
72 yet Job had not an universall testimony given by men; There were some, I cannot say many, in whose eyes he was unrighteous; yet Job had not an universal testimony given by men; There were Some, I cannot say many, in whose eyes he was unrighteous; av np1 vhd xx dt j n1 vvn p-acp n2; pc-acp vbdr d, pns11 vmbx vvi d, p-acp rg-crq n2 pns31 vbds j-u; (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 5
73 He was so in the eyes and opinion of his friends especially. He was so in the eyes and opinion of his Friends especially. pns31 vbds av p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2 av-j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 5
74 Though none could, as to the eye, tax Job with any unrighteousnesse, no not they who doubtlesse had sifted his life to the bran, Though none could, as to the eye, Tax Job with any unrighteousness, no not they who doubtless had sifted his life to the bran, cs pix vmd, c-acp p-acp dt n1, vvb np1 p-acp d n1, uh-dx xx pns32 r-crq av-j vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 5
75 yet his friends thought him unrighteous, and he stood judg'd as unrighteous in their eye. yet his Friends Thought him unrighteous, and he stood judged as unrighteous in their eye. av po31 n2 vvd pno31 j, cc pns31 vvd vvn p-acp j p-acp po32 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 5
76 As for the third sort of righteousnesse, that of being righteous in our owne eyes we must distinguish; As for the third sort of righteousness, that of being righteous in our own eyes we must distinguish; c-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1, cst pp-f vbg j p-acp po12 d n2 pns12 vmb vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
77 Job was indeed righteous in his owne eyes in a good sence, and that under a twofold consideration; Job was indeed righteous in his own eyes in a good sense, and that under a twofold consideration; n1 vbds av j p-acp po31 d n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
78 First, as not having committed any gross or scandalous act of wickednesse, as he professed at large and with much confidence in that apologie and vindication which he made for himselfe in the Chapter foregoing; First, as not having committed any gross or scandalous act of wickedness, as he professed At large and with much confidence in that apology and vindication which he made for himself in the Chapter foregoing; ord, c-acp xx vhg vvn d j cc j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j cc p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 vvg; (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
79 where he calls downe the severest judgements of God upon himselfe, if he had done such things as he was suspected of, especially if he had defiled himselfe with those common polutions of the world, wantonnesse, injustice and oppression. where he calls down the Severest Judgments of God upon himself, if he had done such things as he was suspected of, especially if he had defiled himself with those Common pollutions of the world, wantonness, injustice and oppression. c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp dt js n2 pp-f np1 p-acp px31, cs pns31 vhd vdn d n2 c-acp pns31 vbds vvn pp-f, av-j cs pns31 vhd vvn px31 p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
80 Job stood upon it that he was thus righteous. Job stood upon it that he was thus righteous. np1 vvd p-acp pn31 cst pns31 vbds av j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
81 Secondly, Job was righteous in his owne eyes, as to the allowing of himselfe in any the least sin or unevennesse, either of heart or life; Secondly, Job was righteous in his own eyes, as to the allowing of himself in any the least since or unevenness, either of heart or life; ord, np1 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2, c-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f px31 p-acp d dt ds n1 cc n1, av-d pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
82 Thus much his protestation or imprecation amounts to in the 33d verse of that Chapter; If I have covered my transgressions as Adam, by hiding mine iniquity in my bosome; Thus much his protestation or imprecation amounts to in the 33d verse of that Chapter; If I have covered my transgressions as Adam, by hiding mine iniquity in my bosom; av av-d po31 n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1; cs pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
83 As if he had said, I have not lived in the love of any sin whatsoever. As if he had said, I have not lived in the love of any since whatsoever. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vhb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq. (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
84 Thus Job was righteous in his owne eyes, protesting to God and before men, that as he was not scandalously wicked in any kinde, Thus Job was righteous in his own eyes, protesting to God and before men, that as he was not scandalously wicked in any kind, av np1 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2, vvg p-acp np1 cc p-acp n2, cst c-acp pns31 vbds xx av-j j p-acp d n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
85 so he was not closely nor hypocritically wicked; every sin was his burden, and the abhorrence of his soule. so he was not closely nor hypocritically wicked; every since was his burden, and the abhorrence of his soul. av pns31 vbds xx av-j ccx av-j j; d n1 vbds po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
86 In any other sence Job was far from being righteous in his owne eyes; He never either said or thought he had done no evill, or was altogether sin-lesse, In any other sense Job was Far from being righteous in his own eyes; He never either said or Thought he had done no evil, or was altogether sinless, p-acp d j-jn n1 n1 vbds av-j p-acp vbg j p-acp po31 d n2; pns31 av av-d vvn cc vvd pns31 vhd vdn dx n-jn, cc vbds av j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
87 like white paper without blot or blur; like white paper without blot or blur; av-j j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
88 yea we very often find him confessing his sins and failings ( Chap. 7.20.) I have sinned; what shall I doe unto thee thou preserver of men? He maketh a like acknowledgement ( Chap. 9.2.) I know it is so of a truth, yea we very often find him confessing his Sins and failings (Chap. 7.20.) I have sinned; what shall I do unto thee thou preserver of men? He makes a like acknowledgement (Chap. 9.2.) I know it is so of a truth, uh pns12 j av vvi pno31 vvg po31 n2 cc n2-vvg (np1 crd.) pns11 vhb vvn; q-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp pno21 pns21 n1 pp-f n2? pns31 vvz dt j n1 (np1 crd.) pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av pp-f dt n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
89 but how shall man be just with God? If he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand. but how shall man be just with God? If he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand. cc-acp q-crq vmb n1 vbi j p-acp np1? cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi pno31 crd pp-f dt crd. (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
127 God will not alwayes strive with the unwillingnesse, much lesse with the wilfulnesse of man; God will not always strive with the unwillingness, much less with the wilfulness of man; np1 vmb xx av vvi p-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
90 Againe ( ver. 20.) If I justifie my selfe, my mouth shall condemne me: If I say I am perfect, it shall also prove me perverse. Again (for. 20.) If I justify my self, my Mouth shall condemn me: If I say I am perfect, it shall also prove me perverse. av (p-acp. crd) cs pns11 vvb po11 n1, po11 n1 vmb vvi pno11: cs pns11 vvb pns11 vbm j, pn31 vmb av vvi pno11 j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 5
91 And while he affirmes the generall viciousnesse of nature, he must needs imply his owne ( Chap. 15.14.) What is man that he should be cleane? and he which is, borne of a woman, that he should be righteous? Behold he putteth no trust in his Saints, And while he affirms the general viciousness of nature, he must needs imply his own (Chap. 15.14.) What is man that he should be clean? and he which is, born of a woman, that he should be righteous? Behold he putteth no trust in his Saints, cc cs pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb av vvi po31 d (np1 crd.) q-crq vbz n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi j? cc pns31 r-crq vbz, vvn pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi j? vvb pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp po31 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 6
92 yea the heavens are not cleane in his sight, how much more abominable and filthy is man? In this universall conclusion, he includeth himselfe, yea the heavens Are not clean in his sighed, how much more abominable and filthy is man? In this universal conclusion, he includeth himself, uh dt n2 vbr xx j p-acp po31 n1, c-crq av-d av-dc j cc j vbz n1? p-acp d j n1, pns31 vvz px31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 6
93 therefore Job was far from being righteous in his owne eyes in any proud opinion of his owne righteousnesse or freedome from any staine of sin. Therefore Job was Far from being righteous in his own eyes in any proud opinion of his own righteousness or freedom from any stain of since. av np1 vbds av-j p-acp vbg j p-acp po31 d n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 6
94 So much for the opening of those words, containing the reason why his friends ceased to answer; So much for the opening of those words, containing the reason why his Friends ceased to answer; av av-d c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2, vvg dt n1 c-crq po31 n2 vvd pc-acp vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 6
95 Because he was righteous in his owne eyes. Because he was righteous in his own eyes. c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 6
96 It was the designe of these three men not only to convince Job that he was a sinner, It was the Design of these three men not only to convince Job that he was a sinner, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d crd n2 xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1 cst pns31 vbds dt n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 6
97 but to bring him upon his knees as a notorious sinner; And yet all their allegations and arguments could not bring him to it; but to bring him upon his knees as a notorious sinner; And yet all their allegations and Arguments could not bring him to it; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1; cc av d po32 n2 cc n2 vmd xx vvi pno31 p-acp pn31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 6
98 My righteousnesse (said he, Chapt. 27.6.) I hold fast, I will not let it goe. My righteousness (said he, Chapter 27.6.) I hold fast, I will not let it go. po11 n1 (vvd pns31, np1 crd.) pns11 vvb av-j, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31 vvi. (4) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 6
99 Now, when they saw him thus resolved and stiffe in maintaining the goodnesse of his cause, Now, when they saw him thus resolved and stiff in maintaining the Goodness of his cause, av, c-crq pns32 vvd pno31 av vvn cc j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 6
100 and the integrity of his spirit, they quitted the businesse, or as the text saith, ceased to answer. Hence note; and the integrity of his Spirit, they quit the business, or as the text Says, ceased to answer. Hence note; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vvn dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz, vvd pc-acp vvi. av vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 6
101 We cease to doe when we cannot attaine our end in doing. We cease to do when we cannot attain our end in doing. pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi c-crq pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n1 p-acp vdg. (4) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 6
102 When we see it is in vaine to perswade, we give over perswading, Despayre of working our end, puts an end to our working. When we see it is in vain to persuade, we give over persuading, Despair of working our end, puts an end to our working. c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi, pns12 vvb p-acp vvg, n1 pp-f vvg po12 n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
103 Industry is at a stand, yea withdraweth when impossibilities appeare. Industry is At a stand, yea withdraweth when impossibilities appear. n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, uh vvz c-crq n2 vvb. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
104 And though nothing be impossible unto God, yet we find God himselfe giving over both speaking and smiting when he seeth he is like to doe no good by eyther. And though nothing be impossible unto God, yet we find God himself giving over both speaking and smiting when he sees he is like to do no good by either. cc cs pix vbi j p-acp np1, av pns12 vvb np1 px31 vvg p-acp d vvg cc vvg c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vdi dx j p-acp d. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
105 Thus he expresseth his purpose ( Isa. 1.5.) when he had spent many rods of sore Judgements & afflictions upon that people, Thus he Expresses his purpose (Isaiah 1.5.) when he had spent many rods of soar Judgments & afflictions upon that people, av pns31 vvz po31 n1 (np1 crd.) c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
106 when he had stricken them till, from the crowne of the head, to the sole of the feete, they were nothing but a continued wound, when he had stricken them till, from the crown of the head, to the sole of the feet, they were nothing but a continued wound, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j pp-f dt n2, pns32 vbdr pix cc-acp dt j-vvn n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
107 and yet they received not correction; and yet they received not correction; cc av pns32 vvd xx n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
108 he presently reasons thus, Why should ye be stricken any more, ye will revolt more and more. he presently Reasons thus, Why should you be stricken any more, you will revolt more and more. pns31 av-j vvz av, q-crq vmd pn22 vbi vvn d dc, pn22 vmb vvi av-dc cc av-dc. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
109 As if he had said, The end why I smote you was to amend you, to bring you home to my selfe, to cause you to turne back, As if he had said, The end why I smote you was to amend you, to bring you home to my self, to cause you to turn back, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt n1 c-crq pns11 vvd pn22 vbds p-acp vvi pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22 av-an p-acp po11 n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi av, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
128 nor will men be alwayes doing that to men, which they see doth them no good. nor will men be always doing that to men, which they see does them no good. ccx vmb n2 vbb av vdg d p-acp n2, r-crq pns32 vvb vdz pno32 dx j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
110 or returne from your evill wayes, but I see I have lost my labour, and spent not only my rods but my scorpions in vaine upon you, or return from your evil ways, but I see I have lost my labour, and spent not only my rods but my scorpions in vain upon you, cc vvi p-acp po22 j-jn n2, cc-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, cc vvd xx av-j po11 n2 p-acp po11 n2 p-acp j p-acp pn22, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
111 therefore I will cease from this kind of work, why should ye be stricken any more, ye will revolt more and more. Therefore I will cease from this kind of work, why should you be stricken any more, you will revolt more and more. av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, q-crq vmd pn22 vbi vvn d dc, pn22 vmb vvi av-dc cc av-dc. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 6
112 And when God hath spoken long to a people who regard it not, he ceaseth to speak any more, And when God hath spoken long to a people who regard it not, he ceases to speak any more, cc c-crq np1 vhz vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 r-crq n1 pn31 xx, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d dc, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
113 but saith, Why should ye be taught any more? Let the Prophets tongue cleave to the roof of his mouth, let him be dumb and silent, but Says, Why should you be taught any more? Let the prophets tongue cleave to the roof of his Mouth, let him be dumb and silent, cc-acp vvz, q-crq vmd pn22 vbi vvn d dc? vvb dt ng1 n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno31 vbi j cc j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
114 as the word is ( Ezek. 3.26.) Thou shalt be dumb, and shalt not be a reprover (why) for they are a rebellious house. as the word is (Ezekiel 3.26.) Thou shalt be dumb, and shalt not be a reprover (why) for they Are a rebellious house. c-acp dt n1 vbz (np1 crd.) pns21 vm2 vbi j, cc vm2 xx vbi dt n1 (uh-crq) p-acp pns32 vbr dt j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
115 After all thy speaking, they continue rebelling, therefore speak no more. After all thy speaking, they continue rebelling, Therefore speak no more. p-acp d po21 vvg, pns32 vvb vvg, av vvb av-dx av-dc. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
116 We read the like dreadfull prohibition ( Hos: 4.4.) Let no man strive nor reprove another (let all wayes of reclaiming this people be laid aside) For thy people are as they that strive with the Priest; We read the like dreadful prohibition (Hos: 4.4.) Let no man strive nor reprove Another (let all ways of reclaiming this people be laid aside) For thy people Are as they that strive with the Priest; pns12 vvb dt j j n1 (np1: crd.) vvb dx n1 vvb ccx vvi j-jn (vvb d n2 pp-f vvg d n1 vbi vvn av) p-acp po21 n1 vbr a-acp pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
117 That is, they are obdurate and desperately ingaged in wickednesse ( Hos: 4.17.) Ephraim is joyned to Idols (he cleaveth and sticketh fast to them, he will not be pulled from his owne inventions) Let him alone. Thus God saith to his Prophets and Ministers, cease, he saith to his Ordinances, cease, when sinners will not cease to sin and doe wickedly against the Lord. That is, they Are obdurate and desperately engaged in wickedness (Hos: 4.17.) Ephraim is joined to Idols (he cleaveth and sticketh fast to them, he will not be pulled from his own Inventions) Let him alone. Thus God Says to his prophets and Ministers, cease, he Says to his Ordinances, cease, when Sinners will not cease to since and do wickedly against the Lord. cst vbz, pns32 vbr j cc av-j vvn p-acp n1 (np1: crd.) np1 vbz vvn p-acp n2 (pns31 vvz cc vvz av-j p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n2) vvb pno31 av-j. av np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, vvb, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, vvb, c-crq n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 cc vdi av-j p-acp dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
118 The same unprofitable and incorrigible people are threatned in the same manner by another Prophet ( Amos 8.9.) It shall come to passe in that day, saith the Lord God, that I will cause the Sun to goe downe at noone. The same unprofitable and incorrigible people Are threatened in the same manner by Another Prophet (Amos 8.9.) It shall come to pass in that day, Says the Lord God, that I will cause the Sun to go down At noon. dt d j cc j n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1 p-acp j-jn n1 (np1 crd.) pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, vvz dt n1 np1, cst pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
119 And ( ver. 11.) I will send a famine in the Land, not a famine of bread, And (for. 11.) I will send a famine in the Land, not a famine of bred, cc (p-acp. crd) pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, xx dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
120 but of hearing the words of the Lord. God would stop the raining down of heavenly Manna, and the people should not heare, because they would not. but of hearing the words of the Lord. God would stop the raining down of heavenly Manna, and the people should not hear, Because they would not. cc-acp pp-f vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1. np1 vmd vvi dt vvg a-acp pp-f j n1, cc dt n1 vmd xx vvi, c-acp pns32 vmd xx. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
121 Such was the sentence of Christ against the Jewes (Math. 23.37.) O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the Prophets, Such was the sentence of christ against the Jews (Math. 23.37.) Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that Killest the prophets, d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt np2 (np1 crd.) uh np1, np1, pns21 cst vv2 dt n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
122 and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and Stonest them which Are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, cc js-jn pno32 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno21, c-crq av vmd pns11 vhi vvn po21 n2 av p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
123 but ye would not? What follows this refusall? read and tremble ( ver. 38.) Behold your house is left unto you desolate, but you would not? What follows this refusal? read and tremble (for. 38.) Behold your house is left unto you desolate, cc-acp pn22 vmd xx? q-crq vvz d n1? vvb cc vvb (p-acp. crd) vvb po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22 j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
124 for I say unto you, ye shall not see me henceforth, &c. As if he had said, for I say unto you, you shall not see me henceforth, etc. As if he had said, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb xx vvi pno11 av, av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
125 because ye have been so unteachable, therefore ye shall be taught no more. Because you have been so unteachable, Therefore you shall be taught no more. c-acp pn22 vhb vbn av j, av pn22 vmb vbi vvn av-dx av-dc. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
126 It is sad, when we give God occasion to give over either speaking to us or afflicting us. It is sad, when we give God occasion to give over either speaking to us or afflicting us. pn31 vbz j, c-crq pns12 vvb np1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d vvg p-acp pno12 cc vvg pno12. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
129 So these three men ceased, &c. Secondly, Note hence; When men are obstinate and will not be reclaimed, it is good to give over. So these three men ceased, etc. Secondly, Note hence; When men Are obstinate and will not be reclaimed, it is good to give over. av d crd n2 vvn, av ord, vvb av; c-crq n2 vbr j cc vmb xx vbi vvn, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp. (4) chapter (DIV2) 19 Page 7
130 Why should they who in any kind are absolutely resolved, be further moved? ( Acts 21.14.) When Pauls friends saw he would not be perswaded, they ceased: Why should they who in any kind Are absolutely resolved, be further moved? (Acts 21.14.) When Paul's Friends saw he would not be persuaded, they ceased: q-crq vmd pns32 r-crq p-acp d n1 vbr av-j vvn, vbb av-j vvn? (n2 crd.) c-crq np1 n2 vvd pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn, pns32 vvd: (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
131 they had used much perswasion to keepe him from going up to Jerusalem, because of the sufferings that were prophesied should befall him there, they had used much persuasion to keep him from going up to Jerusalem, Because of the sufferings that were prophesied should befall him there, pns32 vhd vvn d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp np1, c-acp pp-f dt n2 cst vbdr vvn vmd vvi pno31 a-acp, (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
132 yet when he stood out, in an holy obstinacy against them, cloathed with a gracious spirit of courage to suffer for Christ; yet when he stood out, in an holy obstinacy against them, clothed with a gracious Spirit of courage to suffer for christ; av c-crq pns31 vvd av, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32, vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
133 When he would not be perswaded they ceased, saying, the will of the Lord be done. When he would not be persuaded they ceased, saying, the will of the Lord be done. c-crq pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn pns32 vvd, vvg, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vdn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
134 As it was the height of Pauls holiness that he would not be perswaded, he was obstinate for Gods cause, As it was the height of Paul's holiness that he would not be persuaded, he was obstinate for God's cause, p-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn, pns31 vbds j p-acp ng1 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
135 or for the doing of a duty; or for the doing of a duty; cc p-acp dt vdg pp-f dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
136 so it is the height of many mens wickednesse that they will not be perswaded, they are obstinate against God, so it is the height of many men's wickedness that they will not be persuaded, they Are obstinate against God, av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d ng2 n1 cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn, pns32 vbr j p-acp np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
137 or against the doing of their duty; or against the doing of their duty; cc p-acp dt vdg pp-f po32 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
138 Such as are infected with the lust of contending, will maintaine that opinion pertinaciously, which they cannot maintaine truely. Such as Are infected with the lust of contending, will maintain that opinion pertinaciously, which they cannot maintain truly. d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, vmb vvi d n1 av-j, r-crq pns32 vmbx vvi av-j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
139 As some strive for the love of victory, rather then of truth; As Some strive for the love of victory, rather then of truth; p-acp d vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-c cs pp-f n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
140 so others strive because they love strife even more then victory, and had rather contend then conquer, so Others strive Because they love strife even more then victory, and had rather contend then conquer, av n2-jn vvb c-acp pns32 vvb n1 av av-dc cs n1, cc vhd av-c vvb cs vvi, (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
141 because that puts an end to strife. In such cases they doe best who doe no more; Because that puts an end to strife. In such cases they do best who doe no more; c-acp cst vvz dt n1 p-acp n1. p-acp d n2 pns32 vdb js r-crq n1 av-dx av-dc; (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
142 And if Jobs case had been such, if he had held up the discourse, not for truth but for victory, And if Jobs case had been such, if he had held up the discourse, not for truth but for victory, cc cs n2 n1 vhd vbn d, cs pns31 vhd vvn a-acp dt n1, xx p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
143 or because he would have the last word, like a clamorous Sophister, who hath alwayes somewhat to say, though nothing to the purpose; or Because he would have the last word, like a clamorous Sophister, who hath always somewhat to say, though nothing to the purpose; cc c-acp pns31 vmd vhi dt ord n1, av-j dt j n1, r-crq vhz av av pc-acp vvi, cs pix p-acp dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
144 In that case, I say, Jobs friends had done wisely in ceasing to answer; In that case, I say, Jobs Friends had done wisely in ceasing to answer; p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb, n2 n2 vhd vdn av-j p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
145 They indeed did well upon their owne supposition, though as to the truth of Jobs condition they failed greatly. They indeed did well upon their own supposition, though as to the truth of Jobs condition they failed greatly. pns32 av vdd av p-acp po32 d n1, c-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 n1 pns32 vvd av-j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
146 Job was not a man of that spirit, he that persists in holding and defending truth, is not obstinate but constant. Job was not a man of that Spirit, he that persists in holding and defending truth, is not obstinate but constant. np1 vbds xx dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp vvg cc vvg n1, vbz xx j p-acp j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 21 Page 8
147 Further, as to the ground why they ceased, according to their supposition, Observe; To be righteous in our owne eyes is hatefull both to God and good men. Further, as to the ground why they ceased, according to their supposition, Observe; To be righteous in our own eyes is hateful both to God and good men. jc, c-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvd, vvg p-acp po32 n1, vvb; pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 d n2 vbz j av-d p-acp np1 cc j n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 22 Page 8
148 A man is never so vile in the eyes of those who can discerne him, as when he is righteous in his owne; A man is never so vile in the eyes of those who can discern him, as when he is righteous in his own; dt n1 vbz av-x av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vmb vvi pno31, c-acp c-crq pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 d; (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 8
149 how righteous soever any man is, he should be little in owning it. how righteous soever any man is, he should be little in owning it. c-crq j av d n1 vbz, pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp vvg pn31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 8
167 They wrest the Scriptures, (2 Pet. 3.16.) They make the Scripture speake that, which the holy Ghost never intended. They wrest the Scriptures, (2 Pet. 3.16.) They make the Scripture speak that, which the holy Ghost never intended. pns32 vvb dt n2, (crd np1 crd.) pns32 vvb dt n1 vvb cst, r-crq dt j n1 av-x vvd. (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 9
150 To insist much upon our owne righteousnesse, savours rankly of a Pharisee ( Luke 18.9.) Christ spake a parable to this purpose (that's the title of the Parable) ( ver. 9.) And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others. To insist much upon our own righteousness, savours rankly of a Pharisee (Lycia 18.9.) christ spoke a parable to this purpose (that's the title of the Parable) (for. 9.) And he spoke this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised Others. p-acp vvi d p-acp po12 d n1, vvz av-j pp-f dt np1 (av crd.) np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1 (d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1) (p-acp. crd) cc pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp j r-crq vvd p-acp px32 cst pns32 vbdr j, cc vvn n2-jn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 8
151 Then follows the Pharisees boast of his fasting twice in the weeke, &c. And when the text saith ( ver. 14.) the Publican went downe to his house justified rather then the other. Then follows the Pharisees boast of his fasting twice in the Week, etc. And when the text Says (for. 14.) the Publican went down to his house justified rather then the other. av vvz dt np2 n1 pp-f po31 vvg av p-acp dt n1, av cc c-crq dt n1 vvz (p-acp. crd) dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1 vvd av-c cs dt n-jn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
152 It doth not imply that the Pharisee was at all justified, but rather that being righteous in his owne eyes, he was under a sad sentence of condemnation in the eyes of God. It does not imply that the Pharisee was At all justified, but rather that being righteous in his own eyes, he was under a sad sentence of condemnation in the eyes of God. pn31 vdz xx vvi cst dt np1 vbds p-acp d vvn, cc-acp av-c cst vbg j p-acp po31 d n2, pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
153 The meaning is not that the Pharisee was somewhat justified, and the Publican more; But that the Pharisee was not justified at all. The meaning is not that the Pharisee was somewhat justified, and the Publican more; But that the Pharisee was not justified At all. dt n1 vbz xx d dt np1 vbds av vvn, cc dt n1 av-dc; cc-acp cst dt np1 vbds xx vvn p-acp d. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
154 It is our duty to follow after righteousnesse, but our sin to boast of it ( Math. 5.3.) Blessed are the poore in spirit. It is our duty to follow After righteousness, but our since to boast of it (Math. 5.3.) Blessed Are the poor in Spirit. pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 (np1 crd.) vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
155 The more poore we are in spirit, the more rich we are in spiritualls. Poverty of spirit is directly opposite to our being righteous in our owne eyes. The more poor we Are in Spirit, the more rich we Are in spirituals. Poverty of Spirit is directly opposite to our being righteous in our own eyes. dt av-dc j pns12 vbr p-acp n1, dt av-dc j pns12 vbr p-acp n2. n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j j-jn p-acp po12 vbg j p-acp po12 d n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
156 Christ came not to call the righteous but sinners to repentance. christ Come not to call the righteous but Sinners to Repentance. np1 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp n2 p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
157 (Math. 9.13.) By the righteous there we are to understand those that are righteous in their owne eyes, those that have high thoughts of themselves; (Math. 9.13.) By the righteous there we Are to understand those that Are righteous in their own eyes, those that have high thoughts of themselves; (np1 crd.) p-acp dt j zz pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d cst vbr j p-acp po32 d n2, d cst vhb j n2 pp-f px32; (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
158 The sinners whom Christ calls to repentance are the poore in spirit, though indeed the righteous in their owne eyes, are the greatest sinners. The Sinners whom christ calls to Repentance Are the poor in Spirit, though indeed the righteous in their own eyes, Are the greatest Sinners. dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1 vbr dt j p-acp n1, cs av dt j p-acp po32 d n2, vbr dt js n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
159 As we never doe worse, or more against right, then when we doe that (as it was said of that ungovern'd age, Judg. 17.6.) which is right in our own eyes, As we never do Worse, or more against right, then when we do that (as it was said of that ungoverned age, Judges 17.6.) which is right in our own eyes, c-acp pns12 av-x vdb av-jc, cc av-dc p-acp n-jn, av c-crq pns12 vdb cst (c-acp pn31 vbds vvn pp-f cst j n1, np1 crd.) q-crq vbz j-jn p-acp po12 d n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
160 so we are never worse, then when we are righteous in our owne eyes. so we Are never Worse, then when we Are righteous in our own eyes. av pns12 vbr av av-jc, cs c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp po12 d n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 24 Page 9
161 From the whole matter of these words, we see, that as Jobs friends had been mistaken all along in that which they spake, From the Whole matter of these words, we see, that as Jobs Friends had been mistaken all along in that which they spoke, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n2, pns12 vvb, cst p-acp n2 n2 vhd vbn vvn d a-acp p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvd, (4) chapter (DIV2) 25 Page 9
162 so now in the reason of their ceasing to speake; which was a supposall that Job was righteous in his owne eyes. Hence observe; so now in the reason of their ceasing to speak; which was a supposal that Job was righteous in his own eyes. Hence observe; av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg p-acp vvi; r-crq vbds dt n1 cst n1 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2. av vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 25 Page 9
163 There is nothing more common then for men to mistake and misjudge one another. There is nothing more Common then for men to mistake and misjudge one Another. pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pi j-jn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 26 Page 9
164 Jobs friends concluded him setled in a proud conceit of his owne righteousnesse, because he constantly denyed their charge of unrighteousnesse. Jobs Friends concluded him settled in a proud conceit of his own righteousness, Because he constantly denied their charge of unrighteousness. n2 n2 vvd pno31 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1, c-acp pns31 av-j vvd po32 n1 pp-f n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 9
165 Some impose an opinion upon their brethren which is not theirs, and make them say that which they doe not affirme; how injurious is this! some impose an opinion upon their brothers which is not theirs, and make them say that which they do not affirm; how injurious is this! d vvb dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 r-crq vbz xx png32, cc vvi pno32 vvi cst r-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi; c-crq j vbz d! (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 9
166 yea some mis-judge the word of God, as well as the words of men. yea Some misjudge the word of God, as well as the words of men. uh d n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 9
168 It is dangerous to straine the word of a man, much more the word of God. It is dangerous to strain the word of a man, much more the word of God. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-d av-dc dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 9
169 The former proceeds from a want of charity, but the latter is a great impiety. There could not be a more unrighteous thought conceived of Job in any mans heart, The former proceeds from a want of charity, but the latter is a great impiety. There could not be a more unrighteous Thought conceived of Job in any men heart, dt j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt d vbz dt j n1. a-acp vmd xx vbi dt av-dc j-u vvd vvn pp-f np1 p-acp d ng1 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 9
170 then that he was (as his friends thought him) righteous in his owne eyes; then that he was (as his Friends Thought him) righteous in his own eyes; av cst pns31 vbds (c-acp po31 n2 vvd pno31) j p-acp po31 d n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 10
171 yet thus they thought him, nor would they thinke otherwise of him, let him say what he would to the contrary. yet thus they Thought him, nor would they think otherwise of him, let him say what he would to the contrary. av av pns32 vvd pno31, ccx vmd pns32 vvi av pp-f pno31, vvb pno31 vvi r-crq pns31 vmd p-acp dt n-jn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 10
172 So much of the first verse which giveth us a reason why Jobs friends sate downe and ceased to answer; So much of the First verse which gives us a reason why Jobs Friends sat down and ceased to answer; av d pp-f dt ord n1 r-crq vvz pno12 dt n1 q-crq n2 n2 vvd a-acp cc vvd pc-acp vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 10
173 His being (as they judged him) righteous in his owne eyes. In the next verse Elihu gives out a severer Judgement against him then this; His being (as they judged him) righteous in his own eyes. In the next verse Elihu gives out a severer Judgement against him then this; po31 vbg (c-acp pns32 vvd pno31) j p-acp po31 d n2. p-acp dt ord n1 np1 vvz av dt jc n1 p-acp pno31 av d; (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 10
174 To be at all righteous in our owne eyes (according to the sence intended) argues a man to be both very blind and very proud, To be At all righteous in our own eyes (according to the sense intended) argues a man to be both very blind and very proud, pc-acp vbi p-acp d j p-acp po12 d n2 (vvg p-acp dt n1 vvd) vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi d av j cc j j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 10
175 but for a man to be so righteous in his owne eyes, as that he dares justifie himselfe rather then the most righteous God, argues not only blindnesse and pride, but pride and blasphemy; but for a man to be so righteous in his own eyes, as that he dares justify himself rather then the most righteous God, argues not only blindness and pride, but pride and blasphemy; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi av j p-acp po31 d n2, c-acp cst pns31 vvz vvi px31 av av dt av-ds j np1, vvz xx av-j n1 cc n1, cc-acp n1 cc n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 10
176 yet thus saith Elihu of Job, as it followeth. yet thus Says Elihu of Job, as it follows. av av vvz np1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vvz. (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 10
177 Vers. 2. Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite of the kindred of Ram: Vers. 2. Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite of the kindred of Ram: np1 crd av vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 dt np1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 10
178 against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himselfe rather then God. Here comes in the fourth speaker, as a moderator or determiner of this great dispute; against Job was his wrath kindled, Because he justified himself rather then God. Here comes in the fourth speaker, as a moderator or determiner of this great dispute; p-acp np1 vbds po31 n1 vvn, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av np1. av vvz p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 27 Page 10
179 And he begins, much unlike a moderator, in a heate. Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu. And he begins, much unlike a moderator, in a heat. Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu. cc pns31 vvz, av-d av-j dt n1, p-acp dt n1. av vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 28 Page 10
180 It is very common for men to grow hot in dispute, but for a man to begin his dispute with an heat, that's very strange; It is very Common for men to grow hight in dispute, but for a man to begin his dispute with an heat, that's very strange; pn31 vbz av j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, d|vbz av j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 29 Page 10
181 many have been all in a flame upon a little discourse, but to be in a flame upon the entrance of a discourse, is a thing almost unheard of. many have been all in a flame upon a little discourse, but to be in a flame upon the Entrance of a discourse, is a thing almost unheard of. d vhb vbn d p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 av j pp-f. (4) chapter (DIV2) 29 Page 10
182 Yet thus it was with this man; Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu. The Hebrew is, his nose or nostrills were angry. Yet thus it was with this man; Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu. The Hebrew is, his nose or nostrils were angry. av av pn31 vbds p-acp d n1; av vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. dt njp vbz, po31 n1 cc n2 vbdr j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 29 Page 10
183 The Metaphor is taken from Horses, Bears, Lyons, Bulls, or any furious creatures, who send forth fumes of wrath or anger at their nostrills. The Metaphor is taken from Horses, Bears, Lyons, Bulls, or any furious creatures, who send forth fumes of wrath or anger At their nostrils. dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2, n2, n2, n2, cc d j n2, r-crq vvb av n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 30 Page 10
184 The blood at the heart of an angred angry man is enflamed, and he, as it were, breaths out fire and smoake at his mouth and nostrills. The blood At the heart of an angered angry man is inflamed, and he, as it were, breathes out fire and smoke At his Mouth and nostrils. dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvd j n1 vbz vvn, cc pns31, c-acp pn31 vbdr, n2 av n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 30 Page 10
185 Elihu came in a flame to this businesse. How uncessant were the oppositions of Job! no sooner had those three men ceased speaking, Elihu Come in a flame to this business. How uncessant were the oppositions of Job! no sooner had those three men ceased speaking, np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. c-crq j vbdr dt n2 pp-f np1! av-dx av-c vhd d crd n2 vvd vvg, (4) chapter (DIV2) 30 Page 10
186 but a fourth riseth up to speake. The Good man found no rest; but a fourth Riseth up to speak. The Good man found no rest; cc-acp dt ord vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi. dt j n1 vvd dx n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 31 Page 10
187 his three friends had their Saboth, they ceased or rested from the dispute, but Job was at weekday labour still, attending the words of this angry moderator. his three Friends had their Sabbath, they ceased or rested from the dispute, but Job was At weekday labour still, attending the words of this angry moderator. po31 crd n2 vhd po32 np1, pns32 vvd cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cc-acp np1 vbds p-acp n1 n1 av, vvg dt n2 pp-f d j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 31 Page 11
188 Mr. Broughton renders, The anger of Elihu was in choler. Anger is hot, but his anger was heate, or at least his anger was heated, Mr. Broughton renders, The anger of Elihu was in choler. Anger is hight, but his anger was heat, or At least his anger was heated, n1 np1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp n1. n1 vbz j, cc-acp po31 n1 vbds n1, cc p-acp ds po31 n1 vbds vvn, (4) chapter (DIV2) 31 Page 11
189 yea it was not only heated as at the fire, but kindled like a fire. Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu. Anger is a fire; yea it was not only heated as At the fire, but kindled like a fire. Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu. Anger is a fire; uh pn31 vbds xx av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvd av-j dt n1. av vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. n1 vbz dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 31 Page 11
190 and (as Solomon saith) can a man take fire in his bosome, and not be burned? so I may say, can a man carry anger in his bosom, and (as Solomon Says) can a man take fire in his bosom, and not be burned? so I may say, can a man carry anger in his bosom, cc (c-acp np1 vvz) vmb dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc xx vbi vvn? av pns11 vmb vvi, vmb dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 32 Page 11
191 and not burne himselfe, if not others with it? And as fire is blowne up by bellowes, so is anger by provocation. and not burn himself, if not Others with it? And as fire is blown up by bellows, so is anger by provocation. cc xx vvi px31, cs xx n2-jn p-acp pn31? cc c-acp n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n2, av vbz n1 p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 32 Page 11
192 The anger of God is expressed in a heat ( Deut. 29.24.) What meaneth the heat of this great anger (ver. 20.) The anger of the Lord and his jealousie shall smoke against that man. The anger of God is expressed in a heat (Deuteronomy 29.24.) What means the heat of this great anger (ver. 20.) The anger of the Lord and his jealousy shall smoke against that man. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 (np1 crd.) q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f d j n1 (fw-la. crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 32 Page 11
193 And ( Psal. 2.12.) If his wrath be kindled but a little, &c. The least sparklings of it are terrible. And (Psalm 2.12.) If his wrath be kindled but a little, etc. The least sparklings of it Are terrible. cc (np1 crd.) cs po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt j, av dt ds n2 pp-f pn31 vbr j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 32 Page 11
194 The anger of God is a most dreadfull fire; and the anger of man hath much dread in it. The anger of God is a most dreadful fire; and the anger of man hath much dread in it. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt av-ds j n1; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz d n1 p-acp pn31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 32 Page 11
195 We have need to look to our passions. Fire is good, but it must be kept in its due place; We have need to look to our passion. Fire is good, but it must be kept in its due place; pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2. n1 vbz j, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 32 Page 11
196 fire on the hearth, fire in the chimney is good, but fire in the roof, or among the houshold stuff consumeth all. fire on the hearth, fire in the chimney is good, but fire in the roof, or among the household stuff consumeth all. n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 n1 vvz d. (4) chapter (DIV2) 32 Page 11
197 There is (as I may say) an hearth for anger where it will doe no hurt. There is (as I may say) an hearth for anger where it will do no hurt. pc-acp vbz (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) dt n1 p-acp n1 c-crq pn31 vmb vdi dx n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 32 Page 11
198 Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel. There are many questions about this person among the learned; Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel. There Are many questions about this person among the learned; av vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1. pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 32 Page 11
199 It would be too great a diversion, and possibly an unprofitable one to stay upon them. It would be too great a diversion, and possibly an unprofitable one to stay upon them. pn31 vmd vbi av j dt n1, cc av-j dt j pi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (4) chapter (DIV2) 33 Page 11
200 We have him here described, First, by his name. We have him Here described, First, by his name. pns12 vhb pno31 av vvn, ord, p-acp po31 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 33 Page 11
201 The Hebrew Etymologists say, This proper name Elihu signifieth, He is my God, or my God is he. And as he is described by his name, The Hebrew Etymologists say, This proper name Elihu signifies, He is my God, or my God is he. And as he is described by his name, dt njp ng1 vvb, d j n1 np1 vvz, pns31 vbz po11 n1, cc po11 np1 vbz pns31. cc c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 33 Page 11
202 so by his nativity or parentage; Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite of the kindred of Ram. so by his Nativity or parentage; Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite of the kindred of Ram. av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 dt np1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 (4) chapter (DIV2) 33 Page 11
203 His Fathers name Barachel, signifies in the Hebrew, one whom God hath blessed, or, the blessing of God. The sons name was, my God is the Lord. His Father's name Barachel, signifies in the Hebrew, one whom God hath blessed, or, the blessing of God. The Sons name was, my God is the Lord. po31 ng1 n1 np1, vvz p-acp dt njp, pi r-crq np1 vhz vvn, cc, dt n1 pp-f np1. dt ng1 n1 vbds, po11 np1 vbz dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 11
204 And the fathers name was, the blessing of God, or, one whom God hath blessed. And the Father's name was, the blessing of God, or, one whom God hath blessed. cc dt ng1 n1 vbds, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc, pi r-crq np1 vhz vvn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 11
205 We may note a piece o• holy devotion in the old fathers in giving significant names to their children. We may note a piece o• holy devotion in the old Father's in giving significant names to their children. pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 n1 j n1 p-acp dt j n2 p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp po32 n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 11
206 And surely it may be of much use to give our children good and significant names, such names as carry a remembrance of duty, or of mercy. And surely it may be of much use to give our children good and significant names, such names as carry a remembrance of duty, or of mercy. cc av-j pn31 vmb vbi pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j cc j n2, d n2 c-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
207 When Alexander the Great, met with a common Souldier whose name was Alexander, He said to him, Be sure thou doe nothing unworthy the name of Alexander. When Alexander the Great, met with a Common Soldier whose name was Alexander, He said to him, Be sure thou do nothing unworthy the name of Alexander. c-crq np1 dt j, vvn p-acp dt j n1 rg-crq n1 vbds np1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, vbb j pns21 vdi pix j-u dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
209 And it is noted of Diadumenus, that having obtained both the Empire and the name of Antoninus, he said, I will labour all I can, that I may not be injurious to the name of the Anthonines. And it is noted of Diadumenus, that having obtained both the Empire and the name of Antoninus, he said, I will labour all I can, that I may not be injurious to the name of the Anthonines. cc pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst vhg vvn d dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi d pns11 vmb, cst pns11 vmb xx vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
210 This should be much more our care and study, where holinesse makes the name honourable; This should be much more our care and study, where holiness makes the name honourable; d vmd vbi av-d av-dc po12 n1 cc vvi, c-crq n1 vvz dt n1 j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
211 John signifieth the grace of God, And, as I remember it is the saying of one of the ancients, concerning a bad man so called, Thy name is John, but thou art not John; John signifies the grace of God, And, as I Remember it is the saying of one of the ancients, Concerning a bad man so called, Thy name is John, but thou art not John; np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f crd pp-f dt n2-j, vvg dt j n1 av vvn, po21 n1 vbz np1, cc-acp pns21 vb2r xx np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
212 thy name signifieth grace, but thou art not gracious. Ambrose said to the virgin Agnes, or Anne, There is chastity in thy name, doe not contradict thy name. thy name signifies grace, but thou art not gracious. Ambrose said to the Virgae Agnes, or Anne, There is chastity in thy name, do not contradict thy name. po21 n1 vvz n1, p-acp pns21 vb2r xx j. np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 np1, cc zz, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp po21 n1, vdb xx vvi po21 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
213 So Jerome writing to Pammachius, which name, signifieth a fighter against all; Do thou (saith he) fight against all sin, against the Devill, the world, and thy owne corruption. So Jerome writing to Pammachius, which name, signifies a fighter against all; Do thou (Says he) fight against all since, against the devil, the world, and thy own corruption. av np1 vvg p-acp np1, r-crq n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp d; vdb pns21 (vvz pns31) vvb p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc po21 d n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
214 The same Author writing to Melecius, which signifies, Honey sweetness, Have thou (saith he) the sweetnesse of honey in thy manners. The same Author writing to Melecius, which signifies, Honey sweetness, Have thou (Says he) the sweetness of honey in thy manners. dt d n1 vvg p-acp np1, r-crq vvz, n1 n1, vhb pns21 (vvz pns31) dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
215 And to Probus he writes, Thy name signifieth honesty, Then be thou an honest man. And to Probus he writes, Thy name signifies honesty, Then be thou an honest man. cc p-acp np1 pns31 vvz, po21 n1 vvz n1, av vbb pns21 dt j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
216 The Apostle exhorts (2 Tim. 2.19.) Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity; The Apostle exhorts (2 Tim. 2.19.) Let every one that names the name of christ depart from iniquity; dt n1 vvz (crd np1 crd.) vvb d pi cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
217 It is a great argument, seeing all who professe the Gospel are called Christians, from Christ, that therefore they should adorne that most worthy name by worthy walking. It is a great argument, seeing all who profess the Gospel Are called Christians, from christ, that Therefore they should adorn that most worthy name by worthy walking. pn31 vbz dt j n1, vvg d r-crq vvb dt n1 vbr vvn np1, p-acp np1, cst av pns32 vmd vvi cst av-ds j n1 p-acp j n-vvg. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
218 And let me say to all those whose names signifie any thing of God, of Grace, And let me say to all those whose names signify any thing of God, of Grace, cc vvb pno11 vvi p-acp d d rg-crq n2 vvb d n1 pp-f np1, pp-f n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
219 or goodnesse, ye have a good and gracious name, let not your actions be a reproach to God, or Goodness, you have a good and gracious name, let not your actions be a reproach to God, cc n1, pn22 vhb dt j cc j n1, vvb xx po22 n2 vbb dt n1 p-acp np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
220 nor a shame to the profession of his grace. nor a shame to the profession of his grace. ccx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
221 A good heart will make a good use of every thing, and is provoked to have more then a name for that grace or goodnesse which is in his name, A good heart will make a good use of every thing, and is provoked to have more then a name for that grace or Goodness which is in his name, dt j n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cc vbz vvn pc-acp vhi dc cs dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
222 even to be really that which his name is. even to be really that which his name is. av pc-acp vbi av-j d r-crq po31 n1 vbz. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
223 How should an Elihu, whose name signifies He is my God, labour after this holy assurance that God is his? How should a Barachel, whose name signifieth the Blessing of God, be alwayes praying and waiting for the blessing of God, How should an Elihu, whose name signifies He is my God, labour After this holy assurance that God is his? How should a Barachel, whose name signifies the Blessing of God, be always praying and waiting for the blessing of God, q-crq vmd dt np1, rg-crq n1 vvz pns31 vbz po11 n1, n1 p-acp d j n1 cst np1 vbz po31? q-crq vmd dt np1, rg-crq n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vbb av vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
224 or returning praise to God (both in heart and life) for all his blessings? Elihu the son of Barachel The Buzite. or returning praise to God (both in heart and life) for all his blessings? Elihu the son of Barachel The Buzite. cc vvg n1 p-acp np1 (av-d p-acp n1 cc n1) p-acp d po31 n2? np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 dt np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 34 Page 12
225 Here Elihu is described by his family, as before by his father The Buzite, that is, coming from Buz. Yet there is a difference about that, some say he had that name from the place where he dwelt; Here Elihu is described by his family, as before by his father The Buzite, that is, coming from Buz. Yet there is a difference about that, Some say he had that name from the place where he dwelled; av np1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp a-acp p-acp po31 n1 dt np1, cst vbz, vvg p-acp np1. av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d, d vvb pns31 vhd d n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd; (4) chapter (DIV2) 35 Page 13
226 we read ( Jer. 25.23.) of a place called Buz. Others say, he was called the Buzite from the name of his family; we read (Jer. 25.23.) of a place called Buz. Others say, he was called the Buzite from the name of his family; pns12 vvb (np1 crd.) pp-f dt n1 vvn np1. ng2-jn vvb, pns31 vbds vvn dt np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 35 Page 13
227 As he descended from Buz the son of Nabor Abrahams brother ( Gen. 22.21.) Mi•cah hath borne children unto thy brother Nahor, Huz his first born and Buz his brother. As he descended from Buz the son of Nabor Abrahams brother (Gen. 22.21.) Mi•cah hath born children unto thy brother Nahor, Huz his First born and Buz his brother. c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 npg1 n1 (np1 crd.) np1 vhz vvn n2 p-acp po21 n1 n1, np1 po31 ord vvn cc np1 po31 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 35 Page 13
228 Master Broughton is cleare in it, who gives this glosse upon the text; Master Broughton is clear in it, who gives this gloss upon the text; n1 np1 vbz j p-acp pn31, r-crq vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 35 Page 13
229 Elihu the Buzite, of Buz Abrahams brothers son of the family of Ram, famous then for knowledge. Elihu the Buzite, of Buz Abrahams Brother's son of the family of Ram, famous then for knowledge. np1 dt np1, pp-f np1 npg1 n2 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, j av p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 35 Page 13
230 Rebecca and Jacob seeme to have left religion in Nahors house. Thus farre he. Rebecca and Jacob seem to have left Religion in Nahors house. Thus Far he. np1 cc np1 vvb pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp np1 n1. av av-j pns31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 35 Page 13
231 Jerome saith, Elihu was descended from the second son of Milcah, whom the Septuagint call Bauz, from him was Balaam the sorcerer, who according to the Tradition of the Jewes was this Elihu spoken of in the book of Job, at first, Jerome Says, Elihu was descended from the second son of Milcah, whom the septuagint call Bauz, from him was balaam the sorcerer, who according to the Tradition of the Jews was this Elihu spoken of in the book of Job, At First, np1 vvz, np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1, ro-crq dt n1 vvb fw-fr, p-acp pno31 vbds np1 dt n1, r-crq vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vbds d np1 vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ord, (4) chapter (DIV2) 35 Page 13
232 an holy man and a Prophet, but afterwards an apostate. But I leave that as a Rabbinicall Tradition. an holy man and a Prophet, but afterwards an apostate. But I leave that as a Rabbinical Tradition. dt j n1 cc dt n1, cc-acp av dt n1. cc-acp pns11 vvb cst p-acp dt j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 35 Page 13
233 We have yet a further description of Elihu in the Text. Of the kindred of Ram, of the family or posterity of Ram. We have yet a further description of Elihu in the Text. Of the kindred of Ram, of the family or posterity of Ram. pns12 vhb av dt jc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt np1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 (4) chapter (DIV2) 36 Page 13
234 Who this Ram was is much controverted by Interpreters; nor is the controversie yet ended who this Ram was. Who this Ram was is much controverted by Interpreters; nor is the controversy yet ended who this Ram was. q-crq d vvb vbds vbz av-d vvn p-acp n2; ccx vbz dt n1 av vvn r-crq d vvb vbds. (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 13
235 Some say he was that Ram spoken of ( Ruth 4.19.) But it is not likely, that he was so ancient as Job, or if he were, he would not leave the Israelites (from whom Pharez was descended) to dwell among the Edomites. Others say he was that Aram mentioned ( Gen: 22.21.) But neither doth this appeare true; some say he was that Ram spoken of (Ruth 4.19.) But it is not likely, that he was so ancient as Job, or if he were, he would not leave the Israelites (from whom Perez was descended) to dwell among the Edomites. Others say he was that Aram mentioned (Gen: 22.21.) But neither does this appear true; d vvb pns31 vbds d vvb vvn pp-f (n1 crd.) p-acp pn31 vbz xx j, cst pns31 vbds av j c-acp n1, cc cs pns31 vbdr, pns31 vmd xx vvi dt np1 (p-acp r-crq np1 vbds vvn) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2. ng2-jn vvb pns31 vbds d np1 vvd (np1: crd.) p-acp d vdz d vvi j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 13
236 for then Elihu could not be a Buzite, but must draw his line from Kemuel the brother of Buz. The Chaldee Paraphrase tells us, he was Abraham. And to cleare this 'tis said (as our owne learned Annotators have given it) that he had a threefold gradation in his name; for then Elihu could not be a Buzite, but must draw his line from Kemuel the brother of Buz. The Chaldee paraphrase tells us, he was Abraham. And to clear this it's said (as our own learned Annotators have given it) that he had a threefold gradation in his name; c-acp av np1 vmd xx vbi dt np1, p-acp vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1. dt np1 n1 vvz pno12, pns31 vbds np1. cc pc-acp vvi d pn31|vbz vvd (p-acp po12 d j n2 vhb vvn pn31) cst pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 13
237 First, he was called only Ram, which signifieth high; Secondly, Abram, which signifieth A high father; Thirdly, Abraham, which signifieth the high father of a multitude. First, he was called only Ram, which signifies high; Secondly, Abram, which signifies A high father; Thirdly, Abraham, which signifies the high father of a multitude. ord, pns31 vbds vvn av-j vvb, r-crq vvz j; ord, np1, r-crq vvz dt j n1; ord, np1, r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 13
238 But, upon which to determine I conceive it impossible, nor is there any great matter in it. But, upon which to determine I conceive it impossible, nor is there any great matter in it. p-acp, p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi pns11 vvb pn31 j, ccx vbz pc-acp d j n1 p-acp pn31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 13
239 Only this seemes cleare, that the family of Ram was some great and illustrious family in those times; Only this seems clear, that the family of Ram was Some great and illustrious family in those times; j d vvz j, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbds d j cc j n1 p-acp d n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 13
240 and we may take notice how distinct and punctuall the penman of this book was in describing the pedegree of Elihu. And there may be two reasons why the Spirit of God directed him to be so; and we may take notice how distinct and punctual the penman of this book was in describing the pedigree of Elihu. And there may be two Reasons why the Spirit of God directed him to be so; cc pns12 vmb vvi n1 c-crq j cc j dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbds p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. cc pc-acp vmb vbi crd n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi av; (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 13
241 First, because he was but a young man; First, Because he was but a young man; ord, c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 14
242 And therefore as Saul (1 Sam. 17.56.) when he saw David a young man, he asked after his parentage; And Therefore as Saul (1 Sam. 17.56.) when he saw David a young man, he asked After his parentage; cc av c-acp np1 (crd np1 crd.) c-crq pns31 vvd np1 dt j n1, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 14
243 Enquire whose Son this stripling is; I would faine know his kindred. Inquire whose Son this stripling is; I would feign know his kindred. vvb r-crq n1 d n1 vbz; pns11 vmd av-j vvi po31 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 14
244 So the kindred of Elihu is thus distinctly set downe, that he who by reason of his youth was little knowne as to his person, might be the better knowne by his Ancestors, or parentage. So the kindred of Elihu is thus distinctly Set down, that he who by reason of his youth was little known as to his person, might be the better known by his Ancestors, or parentage. np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av av-j vvn a-acp, cst pns31 r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1, vmd vbi dt av-jc vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 37 Page 14
245 Secondly, His parentage is thus distinctly set downe, to assure us, that this is a true history; Secondly, His parentage is thus distinctly Set down, to assure us, that this is a true history; ord, po31 n1 vbz av av-j vvn a-acp, pc-acp vvi pno12, cst d vbz dt j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 38 Page 14
246 For some have made the whole booke of Job to be but a parable, asserting there was no such reall thing. For Some have made the Whole book of Job to be but a parable, asserting there was no such real thing. c-acp d vhb vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, vvg a-acp vbds dx d j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 38 Page 14
247 But this one passage gives an undeniable proofe, that this was a reall history, and the matter really acted. But this one passage gives an undeniable proof, that this was a real history, and the matter really acted. p-acp d crd n1 vvz dt j n1, cst d vbds dt j n1, cc dt n1 av-j vvn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 38 Page 14
248 This person being described by his owne name and his fathers name, and the next of his kindred. This person being described by his own name and his Father's name, and the next of his kindred. d n1 vbg vvn p-acp po31 d n1 cc po31 ng1 n1, cc dt ord pp-f po31 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 38 Page 14
249 From the consideration of the person who carried on so great a part in this businesse, Elihu, the son of Barachel the Buzite of the kindred of Ram, who was of a strange Country, From the consideration of the person who carried on so great a part in this business, Elihu, the son of Barachel the Buzite of the kindred of Ram, who was of a strange Country, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvd p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 dt np1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds pp-f dt j n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 39 Page 14
250 and if allyed to Abraham, yet at a great distance; we may observe; and if allied to Abraham, yet At a great distance; we may observe; cc cs vvn p-acp np1, av p-acp dt j n1; pns12 vmb vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 39 Page 14
251 God did preserve a seed of religion, and of holy men to maintaine his truth among those who lived in darke places, God did preserve a seed of Religion, and of holy men to maintain his truth among those who lived in dark places, np1 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d r-crq vvd p-acp j n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 39 Page 14
252 and were wrapt up in many errors and superstitions. and were wrapped up in many errors and superstitions. cc vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp d n2 cc n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 39 Page 14
253 This was also noted from the first words of this booke, There was a man in the Land of Ʋz; This was also noted from the First words of this book, There was a man in the Land of Ʋz; d vbds av vvn p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f d n1, a-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 40 Page 14
254 A man of gracious accomplishments and of a heavenly light. A man of gracious accomplishments and of a heavenly Light. dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc pp-f dt j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 40 Page 14
255 Here also was Elihu the Buzite, A man that had great knowledge about holy things (as we shall see afterwards) in those parts and times when and where abundance of darknesse, blindnesse and ignorance reigned. Here also was Elihu the Buzite, A man that had great knowledge about holy things (as we shall see afterwards) in those parts and times when and where abundance of darkness, blindness and ignorance reigned. av av vbds np1 dt np1, dt n1 cst vhd j n1 p-acp j n2 (c-acp pns12 vmb vvi av) p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-crq cc c-crq n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 vvd. (4) chapter (DIV2) 40 Page 14
256 Having thus described Elihu; The history proceeds. Against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himselfe rather then God. Having thus described Elihu; The history proceeds. Against Job was his wrath kindled, Because he justified himself rather then God. vhg av vvn np1; dt n1 vvz. p-acp np1 vbds po31 n1 vvn, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 41 Page 14
257 In the former part of the verse it is said; Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu; In the former part of the verse it is said; Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu; p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn; av vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 42 Page 14
258 Not specifying against whom, nor the cause why; Not specifying against whom, nor the cause why; xx vvg p-acp ro-crq, ccx dt n1 c-crq; (4) chapter (DIV2) 42 Page 14
259 here he doubles the same words, with an addition, first, of the person with whom he was angry; Here he doubles the same words, with an addition, First, of the person with whom he was angry; av pns31 vvz dt d n2, p-acp dt n1, ord, pp-f dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 42 Page 14
260 Against Job was his wrath kindled. And as he tells us the marke or object of his wrath; Against Job was his wrath kindled. And as he tells us the mark or Object of his wrath; p-acp np1 vbds po31 n1 vvn. cc c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 42 Page 14
261 so he gives, secondly, the reason of it; Because he justified himself rather then God. Before I come to the explication of this latter branch, take these two brief notes. so he gives, secondly, the reason of it; Because he justified himself rather then God. Before I come to the explication of this latter branch, take these two brief notes. av pns31 vvz, ord, dt n1 pp-f pn31; c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av-c cs np1. c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n1, vvb d crd j n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 42 Page 14
262 First, A godly man in maintaining a good cause, may give just reason of anothers passion or anger. First, A godly man in maintaining a good cause, may give just reason of another's passion or anger. ord, dt j n1 p-acp vvg dt j n1, vmb vvi j n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 42 Page 15
263 Job was a good man, and his cause was good, yet you see a wise and a good mans wrath is kindled. Job was a good man, and his cause was good, yet you see a wise and a good men wrath is kindled. np1 vbds dt j n1, cc po31 n1 vbds j, av pn22 vvb dt j cc dt j ng1 n1 vbz vvn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 43 Page 15
285 He set himselfe downe to see what would become of the City, that he might have a personall glory, He Set himself down to see what would become of the city, that he might have a personal glory, pns31 vvd px31 a-acp p-acp vvi r-crq vmd vvi pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi dt j n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
264 Paul and Barnabas were two good men, yet a difference arose between them ( Acts 15.39.) And the contention was so sharp between them that they departed asunder. Paul and Barnabas were two good men, yet a difference arose between them (Acts 15.39.) And the contention was so sharp between them that they departed asunder. np1 cc np1 vbdr crd j n2, av dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32 (n2 crd.) cc dt n1 vbds av j p-acp pno32 cst pns32 vvd av. (4) chapter (DIV2) 43 Page 15
265 Secondly, Considering the cause of this anger in generall, Because he justified himselfe rather then God; Secondly, Considering the cause of this anger in general, Because he justified himself rather then God; ord, vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 44 Page 15
266 we see it was an anger for Gods cause. Hence note; Anger for God or in the cause of God is holy anger. we see it was an anger for God's cause. Hence note; Anger for God or in the cause of God is holy anger. pns12 vvb pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1. av vvi; n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 44 Page 15
267 Though for the most part the flesh or our carnall corruption is the cause of anger, and it begins at selfe; Though for the most part the Flesh or our carnal corruption is the cause of anger, and it begins At self; cs p-acp dt av-ds n1 dt n1 cc po12 j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pn31 vvz p-acp n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
268 yet sometimes it is stirr'd in the cause of God. yet sometime it is stirred in the cause of God. av av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
269 It is said of Moses, the meekest man on earth ( Numb. 12.3.) that when he saw the idolatry of the people ( Exod. 32.19.) His anger waxed hot; He was so angry that he cast the Tables of the Law which God had written with his own hand, out of his hand and broke them. It is said of Moses, the Meekest man on earth (Numb. 12.3.) that when he saw the idolatry of the people (Exod 32.19.) His anger waxed hight; He was so angry that he cast the Tables of the Law which God had written with his own hand, out of his hand and broke them. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, dt js n1 p-acp n1 (j. crd.) cst c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd.) po31 n1 vvd j; pns31 vbds av j cst pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 d n1, av pp-f po31 n1 cc vvd pno32. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
270 It is said ( Mar. 3.5.) Jesus Christ looked about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardnesse of their hearts; It is said (Mar. 3.5.) jesus christ looked about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts; pn31 vbz vvd (np1 crd.) np1 np1 vvd a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
271 He also exprest a great deale of zealous anger ( Joh. 2.15.) When he made a whip of small cords, He also expressed a great deal of zealous anger (John 2.15.) When he made a whip of small cords, pns31 av vvd dt j n1 pp-f j n1 (np1 crd.) c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f j n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
272 and drove the buyers and sellers out of the Temple. and drove the buyers and sellers out of the Temple. cc vvd dt n2 cc n2 av pp-f dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
273 Some of the Hebrews tell us, that the word here used for anger, signifieth anger carried out to the destruction of sin, some of the Hebrews tell us, that the word Here used for anger, signifies anger carried out to the destruction of since, d pp-f dt njp2 vvb pno12, cst dt n1 av vvn p-acp n1, vvz n1 vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
274 and that is a very gracious anger. There are two things which exceedingly declare the holinesse of a mans spirit. and that is a very gracious anger. There Are two things which exceedingly declare the holiness of a men Spirit. cc d vbz dt av j n1. pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq av-vvg vvi dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
275 First, when he can patiently beare loads of evills and wrongs in his owne cause, or which have but a private respect. First, when he can patiently bear loads of evils and wrongs in his own cause, or which have but a private respect. ord, c-crq pns31 vmb av-j vvi n2 pp-f n2-jn cc n2-jn p-acp po31 d n1, cc q-crq vhb p-acp dt j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
276 Secondly, When he is ready to take fire in the cause of God; Secondly, When he is ready to take fire in the cause of God; ord, c-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
277 many dull and sluggish soules can heare God abused, and their spirits stirre no more then a stone; many dull and sluggish Souls can hear God abused, and their spirits stir no more then a stone; d j cc j n2 vmb vvi np1 vvn, cc po32 n2 vvi av-dx av-dc cs dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
278 Elihu was angry, but it was in the cause of God; or, Because Job Justified himselfe rather then God. Elihu was angry, but it was in the cause of God; or, Because Job Justified himself rather then God. np1 vbds j, cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc, p-acp np1 vvd px31 av av np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
279 When we are angry with sin, we are angry (as the Apostle adviseth us to be) and sin not. That's anger without sin, When we Are angry with since, we Are angry (as the Apostle adviseth us to be) and sin not. That's anger without since, c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp n1, pns12 vbr j (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi) cc vvb xx. d|vbz n1 p-acp n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
280 when we are angry with sin; when we Are angry with since; c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
281 and are stirred up to oppose and suppresse the pride and insolency of mans spirit or speeches against God; and Are stirred up to oppose and suppress the pride and insolency of men Spirit or Speeches against God; cc vbr vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f ng1 n1 cc n2 p-acp np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 15
282 To be angry for our owne honour, and interest, or Gourd; is an argument of undue love to selfe. To be angry for our own honour, and Interest, or Gourd; is an argument of undue love to self. pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 d n1, cc n1, cc n1; vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
283 When God spared Nineveh the Prophet was exceeding angry ( Jon. 4.1.) But his was sinfull anger; When God spared Nineveh the Prophet was exceeding angry (Jon. 4.1.) But his was sinful anger; c-crq np1 vvd np1 dt n1 vbds vvg j (np1 crd.) p-acp png31 vbds j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
284 because he was angry for his owne sake, fearing to be called a false Prophet; Because he was angry for his own sake, fearing to be called a false Prophet; c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 d n1, vvg pc-acp vbi vvn dt j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
286 and be cryed up for a Prophet indeed. and be cried up for a Prophet indeed. cc vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 av. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
287 And when God had smitten his Gourd, he was angry and angry unto the death (ver. 8.) and all because he missed that which pleased himselfe. And when God had smitten his Gourd, he was angry and angry unto the death (ver. 8.) and all Because he missed that which pleased himself. cc c-crq np1 vhd vvn po31 n1, pns31 vbds j cc j p-acp dt n1 (fw-la. crd) cc d c-acp pns31 vvd d r-crq vvd px31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
288 Many can be angry when they themselves are discredited, but when dishonour is cast upon God, Many can be angry when they themselves Are discredited, but when dishonour is cast upon God, av-d vmb vbi j c-crq pns32 px32 vbr vvn, cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
289 or his interest slighted, how quiet and tame, how cold and dull are their spirits! or his Interest slighted, how quiet and tame, how cold and dull Are their spirits! cc po31 n1 vvn, c-crq j-jn cc j, c-crq j-jn cc j vbr po32 n2! (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
290 The anger of this man was a noble anger, as to the occasion and rise of it, Jobs selfe-justification, The anger of this man was a noble anger, as to the occasion and rise of it, Jobs self-justification, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbds dt j n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pp-f pn31, n2 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
291 or Because he justified himselfe rather then God. or Because he justified himself rather then God. cc c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 46 Page 16
292 This is a high poynt, and may justly provoke our anger, Elihu was not angry with Job because he justified himselfe against his friends, This is a high point, and may justly provoke our anger, Elihu was not angry with Job Because he justified himself against his Friends, d vbz dt j n1, cc vmb av-j vvi po12 n1, np1 vbds xx j p-acp n1 c-acp pns31 vvd px31 p-acp po31 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 47 Page 16
293 but because he justified himselfe rather then God. Here a question will arise, and it will ask some paines to determine it; but Because he justified himself rather then God. Here a question will arise, and it will ask Some pains to determine it; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av np1. av dt n1 vmb vvi, cc pn31 vmb vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 47 Page 16
294 Was this true? did Job justifie himselfe rather then God? Was it possible Job should do so? I shall give only a generall answer to this question; Was this true? did Job justify himself rather then God? Was it possible Job should do so? I shall give only a general answer to this question; vbds d j? vdd np1 vvi px31 av av np1? vbds pn31 j n1 vmd vdi av? pns11 vmb vvi av-j dt j n1 p-acp d n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 48 Page 16
295 Job did not justifie himself rather then God, either explicitely, or intentionally, but by consequents he did. Job did not justify himself rather then God, either explicitly, or intentionally, but by consequents he did. n1 vdd xx vvi px31 av-c cs np1, av-d av-j, cc av-j, cc-acp p-acp n2-j pns31 vdd. (4) chapter (DIV2) 48 Page 16
296 And though it be granted that Job gave just occasion of this sharp reproofe by his rash and passionate speeches, uttered in the heate of dispute, And though it be granted that Job gave just occasion of this sharp reproof by his rash and passionate Speeches, uttered in the heat of dispute, cc cs pn31 vbb vvn cst np1 vvd j n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp po31 j cc j n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 48 Page 16
297 and in the grief of his heart, yet it cannot be denied that Elihu did somewhat strain Jobs words, and in the grief of his heart, yet it cannot be denied that Elihu did somewhat strain Jobs words, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cst np1 vdd av vvi n2 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 48 Page 16
298 though not beyond their sence, yet beyond his sence, and gave them the hardest interpretation (somewhat beside the rule of charity) which they could beare, though not beyond their sense, yet beyond his sense, and gave them the Hardest Interpretation (somewhat beside the Rule of charity) which they could bear, cs xx p-acp po32 n1, av p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd pno32 dt js n1 (av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) r-crq pns32 vmd vvi, (4) chapter (DIV2) 48 Page 16
299 nor did he observe that meeknesse and moderation which might well have become him, to a man in that case. nor did he observe that meekness and moderation which might well have become him, to a man in that case. ccx vdd pns31 vvi d n1 cc n1 r-crq vmd av vhi vvn pno31, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 48 Page 16
300 O how hard is it not to offend or doe ill, while we are doing well! Oh how hard is it not to offend or do ill, while we Are doing well! uh q-crq j vbz pn31 xx pc-acp vvi cc vdb av-jn, cs pns12 vbr vdg uh-av! (4) chapter (DIV2) 48 Page 16
301 To cleare this a little further consider, There is a twofold straining of words; First, beyond the sence of the words spoken; To clear this a little further Consider, There is a twofold straining of words; First, beyond the sense of the words spoken; pc-acp vvi d dt j av-jc vvi, pc-acp vbz dt j vvg pp-f n2; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn; (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 16
302 Secondly, beyond the sence of the speaker. Secondly, beyond the sense of the speaker. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 16
303 I doe not say Elihu in affirming this of Job, strained his words beyond their sence, I do not say Elihu in affirming this of Job, strained his words beyond their sense, pns11 vdb xx vvi np1 p-acp vvg d pp-f np1, vvd po31 n2 p-acp po32 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 16
304 but he strained them beyond Jobs sence. but he strained them beyond Jobs sense. cc-acp pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp n2 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 16
305 Job spake words which might lay him under this censure, that he justified himselfe rather then God; Job spoke words which might lay him under this censure, that he justified himself rather then God; np1 vvd n2 r-crq vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vvn px31 av av np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 16
306 But this was far from his intention; But this was Far from his intention; cc-acp d vbds av-j p-acp po31 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 16
307 For doubtlesse he had rather a thousand times his tongue should have been cut out of his mouth, For doubtless he had rather a thousand times his tongue should have been Cut out of his Mouth, c-acp av-j pns31 vhd av-c dt crd n2 po31 n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn av pp-f po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 17
308 then to justifie himselfe with it rather then God, or to speak a word to the disparagement of Gods Justice. then to justify himself with it rather then God, or to speak a word to the disparagement of God's justice. cs pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pn31 av-c cs np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 17
309 So then it was hard for Elihu to charge Job thus, though Job had let fall some inconsiderate speeches, which administred occasion for such a charge. So then it was hard for Elihu to charge Job thus, though Job had let fallen Some inconsiderate Speeches, which administered occasion for such a charge. av cs pn31 vbds j p-acp np1 p-acp n1 np1 av, cs n1 vhd vvn vvb d j n2, r-crq vvd n1 p-acp d dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 17
310 And as one of the Ancients speakes of difficulties and seeming contradictions in Scripture; Distinguish the times, and the Scriptures will accord; And as one of the Ancients speaks of difficulties and seeming contradictions in Scripture; Distinguish the times, and the Scriptures will accord; cc c-acp pi pp-f dt n2-j vvz pp-f n2 cc j-vvg n2 p-acp n1; vvb dt n2, cc dt n2 vmb vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 17
311 So distinguish the time of this dispute, take Job at the beginning of it, before he was teazed and heated by his friends, So distinguish the time of this dispute, take Job At the beginning of it, before he was teaseed and heated by his Friends, av vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 17
312 and then he spake at a very low rate of himselfe; If I were righteous I would not know my owne soule. and then he spoke At a very low rate of himself; If I were righteous I would not know my own soul. cc av pns31 vvd p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f px31; cs pns11 vbdr j pns11 vmd xx vvi po11 d n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 17
313 But in the heat and towards the later end of this long dispute, Job gave too much advantage for such a construction to be put upon his words, that he justified himselfe rather then God; But in the heat and towards the later end of this long dispute, Job gave too much advantage for such a construction to be put upon his words, that he justified himself rather then God; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d j n1, n1 vvd av d n1 p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, cst pns31 vvd px31 av av np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 17
314 then which nothing can be said more unjustifiable, nor more reproveable. Hence observe; then which nothing can be said more unjustifiable, nor more reprovable. Hence observe; av r-crq pix vmb vbi vvn av-dc j, ccx av-dc j. av vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 49 Page 17
315 To justifie our selves doth usually and justly lay us open to the reproofe of others; To justify our selves does usually and justly lay us open to the reproof of Others; pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vdz av-j cc av-j vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (4) chapter (DIV2) 50 Page 17
316 or, To justifie our selves, drawes blame upon our selves. To justifie, is foure wayes used in Scripture. or, To justify our selves, draws blame upon our selves. To justify, is foure ways used in Scripture. cc, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, vvz n1 p-acp po12 n2. pc-acp vvi, vbz crd n2 vvn p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 50 Page 17
317 First, (which is the most remarkable and excellent act of it) God justifieth man ( Rom. 8.33.) It is God that justifieth. First, (which is the most remarkable and excellent act of it) God Justifieth man (Rom. 8.33.) It is God that Justifieth. ord, (r-crq vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f pn31) np1 vvz n1 (np1 crd.) pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz. (4) chapter (DIV2) 52 Page 17
318 This act of divine Grace consists in two things; First, in the imputation of Christs righteousnesse to us; This act of divine Grace consists in two things; First, in the imputation of Christ righteousness to us; d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvz p-acp crd n2; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno12; (4) chapter (DIV2) 52 Page 17
319 Secondly, in the free remission of our sins. Secondly, in the free remission of our Sins. ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 52 Page 17
320 Secondly, Man justifieth God ( Luk. 7.29, 30.) And all the people that heard him, Secondly, Man Justifieth God (Luk. 7.29, 30.) And all the people that herd him, ord, n1 vvz np1 (np1 crd, crd) cc d dt n1 cst vvd pno31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 53 Page 17
321 and the Publicans justified God, being baptized with the Baptisme of John. Where to justifie imports as much as to Glorifie doth, ( Acts 13.48.) And when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad and glorified the word of the Lord; and the Publicans justified God, being baptised with the Baptism of John. Where to justify imports as much as to glorify does, (Acts 13.48.) And when the Gentiles herd this, they were glad and glorified the word of the Lord; cc dt n2 vvn np1, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pc-acp vvi vvz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi vdz, (n2 crd.) cc c-crq dt n2-j vvd d, pns32 vbdr j cc vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 53 Page 17
322 That is, they readily approved and received the word of the Lord; That is, they readily approved and received the word of the Lord; cst vbz, pns32 av-j vvn cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 53 Page 17
323 when we approve the Doctrine, and doings of God, his word and works, then we justifie him. when we approve the Doctrine, and doings of God, his word and works, then we justify him. c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1, cc n2-vdg pp-f np1, po31 n1 cc n2, cs pns12 vvb pno31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 53 Page 17
324 And how ready should we be on all occasions to justifie God, who only is and is altogether good, And how ready should we be on all occasions to justify God, who only is and is altogether good, cc c-crq j vmd pns12 vbi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi np1, r-crq av-j vbz cc vbz av j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 53 Page 17
325 when he is so graciously ready to justifie us who are evill, altogether evill and ungodly. when he is so graciously ready to justify us who Are evil, altogether evil and ungodly. c-crq pns31 vbz av av-j j pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq vbr j-jn, av j-jn cc j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 53 Page 17
326 Thirdly, We read in Scripture of man justifying man, which is done any of these three wayes. Thirdly, We read in Scripture of man justifying man, which is done any of these three ways. ord, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvg n1, r-crq vbz vdn d pp-f d crd n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 54 Page 17
327 First, He that consents to what another hath done (though the deed be evill) justifieth him in doing it. First, He that consents to what Another hath done (though the deed be evil) Justifieth him in doing it. ord, pns31 cst vvz p-acp r-crq n-jn vhz vdp (cs dt n1 vbb j-jn) vvz pno31 p-acp vdg pn31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 55 Page 18
328 A secret liking of any mans action is (as much as that amounts to) the justification of his person. A secret liking of any men actium is (as much as that amounts to) the justification of his person. dt j-jn n-vvg pp-f d ng1 n1 vbz (c-acp d c-acp d n2 pc-acp) dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 55 Page 18
366 Thus he discharged himselfe of those crimes, which indeed he never committed nor was guilty of. Thus he discharged himself of those crimes, which indeed he never committed nor was guilty of. av pns31 vvd px31 pp-f d n2, r-crq av pns31 av-x vvn ccx vbds j pp-f. (4) chapter (DIV2) 65 Page 20
329 Secondly, He that openly approveth or applaudeth what another hath done, justifieth him much more. To consent with sinners is sinfull, to flatter them in their sin is abominable. Secondly, He that openly approveth or applaudeth what Another hath done, Justifieth him much more. To consent with Sinners is sinful, to flatter them in their since is abominable. ord, pns31 cst av-j vvz cc vvz r-crq j-jn vhz vdn, vvz pno31 av-d av-dc. p-acp n1 p-acp n2 vbz j, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 vbz j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 56 Page 18
330 Thirdly, He that stands up to maintaine and defend what another hath done, justifies him most of all. Thirdly, He that Stands up to maintain and defend what Another hath done, Justifies him most of all. ord, pns31 cst vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq n-jn vhz vdn, vvz pno31 av-ds pp-f d. (4) chapter (DIV2) 57 Page 18
331 All these acts of justification Job denied his friends, while he said ( Chap. 27.5.) God forbid I should justifie you; All these acts of justification Job denied his Friends, while he said (Chap. 27.5.) God forbid I should justify you; av-d d n2 pp-f n1 n1 vvd po31 n2, cs pns31 vvd (np1 crd.) np1 vvb pns11 vmd vvi pn22; (4) chapter (DIV2) 57 Page 18
332 That is, that I should secretly consent to or openly approve and maintaine what you have said concerning me, or you in saying it. That is, that I should secretly consent to or openly approve and maintain what you have said Concerning me, or you in saying it. cst vbz, cst pns11 vmd av-jn vvi p-acp cc av-j vvi cc vvi r-crq pn22 vhb vvn vvg pno11, cc pn22 p-acp vvg pn31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 57 Page 18
333 Fourthly, The same man is said to justifie himselfe; Fourthly, The same man is said to justify himself; ord, dt d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi px31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 58 Page 18
334 this selfe-justification is that which kindled the wrath of Elihu against Job; The text is expresse; this self-justification is that which kindled the wrath of Elihu against Job; The text is express; d n1 vbz d r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; dt n1 vbz j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 58 Page 18
335 Because he justified himselfe, &c. This justification of our selves is of two sorts. First, Internall and mentall; Because he justified himself, etc. This justification of our selves is of two sorts. First, Internal and mental; c-acp pns31 vvd px31, av d n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz pp-f crd n2. ord, j cc j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 58 Page 18
336 when in our hearts we give sentence for, or approve of our selves; when in our hearts we give sentence for, or approve of our selves; c-crq p-acp po12 n2 pns12 vvb n1 p-acp, cc vvi pp-f po12 n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 59 Page 18
337 when we inwardly boast and glory of our selves, whether in what we are, or in what we doe and affirme. when we inwardly boast and glory of our selves, whither in what we Are, or in what we do and affirm. c-crq pns12 av-j vvi cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, cs p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr, cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb cc vvi. (4) chapter (DIV2) 59 Page 18
338 The Pharisee ( Luk. 18.11.) stood and prayed thus with himselfe (or to himselfe, that is, silently) God I thanke thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this Publicane; The Pharisee (Luk. 18.11.) stood and prayed thus with himself (or to himself, that is, silently) God I thank thee, that I am not as other men Are, extortioners, unjust, Adulterers, or even as this Publican; dt np1 (np1 crd.) vvd cc vvd av p-acp px31 (cc p-acp px31, cst vbz, av-j) np1 pns11 vvb pno21, cst pns11 vbm xx c-acp j-jn n2 vbr, n2, j, n2, cc av c-acp d n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 59 Page 18
339 I fast twice in the weeke, &c. Thus he justified himselfe. I fast twice in the Week, etc. Thus he justified himself. pns11 av-j av p-acp dt n1, av av pns31 vvd px31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 59 Page 18
340 Secondly, There is an externall and vocall selfe-justification, when we openly commend, and cry up our selves; Secondly, There is an external and vocal self-justification, when we openly commend, and cry up our selves; ord, pc-acp vbz dt j cc j n1, c-crq pns12 av-j vvb, cc vvb a-acp po12 n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 60 Page 18
341 Thus Jehu justified himselfe (2 Kings 10.16.) Come see my zeale for the Lord; Thus Jehu justified himself (2 Kings 10.16.) Come see my zeal for the Lord; av np1 vvn px31 (crd n2 crd.) vvb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 60 Page 18
342 He would needs blow a trumpet, and proclaime before all men how good a man he was, He would needs blow a trumpet, and proclaim before all men how good a man he was, pns31 vmd av vvi dt n1, cc vvi p-acp d n2 c-crq j dt n1 pns31 vbds, (4) chapter (DIV2) 60 Page 18
343 and what good he had done. Yet further, the justification of our selves is two-fold. First, Lawfull, yea and commendable; Take that in two particulars. and what good he had done. Yet further, the justification of our selves is twofold. First, Lawful, yea and commendable; Take that in two particulars. cc r-crq j pns31 vhd vdn. av av-jc, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz n1. ord, j, uh cc j; vvb cst p-acp crd n2-j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 60 Page 18
344 First, That man who is really and indeed in a justified state, through the free grace of God in Christ, he, First, That man who is really and indeed in a justified state, through the free grace of God in christ, he, ord, cst n1 r-crq vbz av-j cc av p-acp dt vvn n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, pns31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 63 Page 18
345 when a just occasion is offered, may justifie himselfe declaratively before men; when a just occasion is offered, may justify himself declaratively before men; c-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn, vmb vvi px31 av-j p-acp n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 63 Page 18
346 For as we ought alwayes to justifie our selves declaratively by our works, that is, give evidence by our workes that we are justified by faith; For as we ought always to justify our selves declaratively by our works, that is, give evidence by our works that we Are justified by faith; c-acp c-acp pns12 vmd av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-j p-acp po12 n2, cst vbz, vvb n1 p-acp po12 n2 cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 63 Page 18
347 so we may justifie our selves by our words, to magnifie the rich grace of God in justifying us freely through Christ. so we may justify our selves by our words, to magnify the rich grace of God in justifying us freely through christ. av pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pno12 av-j p-acp np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 63 Page 19
348 David called others to take notice of what God had done for his soule, ( Psal. 66.16.) Thus a beleever may lawfully at any time, David called Others to take notice of what God had done for his soul, (Psalm 66.16.) Thus a believer may lawfully At any time, np1 vvn n2-jn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vhd vdn p-acp po31 n1, (np1 crd.) av dt n1 vmb av-j p-acp d n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 63 Page 19
406 I referre the Reader thither for a fuller discovery of it. I refer the Reader thither for a fuller discovery of it. pns11 vvb dt n1 av p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pn31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 70 Page 21
349 and at all times, it is his duty to justifie himselfe before men, by giving as the Apostle directs (1 Pet. 3.15.) an answer to every one that asketh a reason of the hope that is in him, (that is, of his justified state) with meekness and feare. and At all times, it is his duty to justify himself before men, by giving as the Apostle directs (1 Pet. 3.15.) an answer to every one that asks a reason of the hope that is in him, (that is, of his justified state) with meekness and Fear. cc p-acp d n2, pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n2, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz (vvd np1 crd.) dt n1 p-acp d pi cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31, (cst vbz, pp-f po31 vvn n1) p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 63 Page 19
350 Secondly, A man that is sound at heart, honest and upright with God, may lawfully justifie himselfe, Secondly, A man that is found At heart, honest and upright with God, may lawfully justify himself, ord, dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp n1, j cc j p-acp np1, vmb av-j vvi px31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
351 as to the integrity of his intentions, purposes, and designes, when he falls under other mens jealousies and suspicions. as to the integrity of his intentions, Purposes, and designs, when he falls under other men's jealousies and suspicions. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, n2, cc n2, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn ng2 n2 cc n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
352 David being often unjustly condemned by Saul, was as often in this worke of justifying himselfe against him, ( Psal. 7.8.) Judge me, O Lord, according to my righteousnesse, David being often unjustly condemned by Saul, was as often in this work of justifying himself against him, (Psalm 7.8.) Judge me, Oh Lord, according to my righteousness, np1 vbg av av-j vvn p-acp np1, vbds a-acp av p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg px31 p-acp pno31, (np1 crd.) vvb pno11, uh n1, vvg p-acp po11 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
353 and according to mine integrity that is in me; and according to mine integrity that is in me; cc vvg p-acp po11 n1 cst vbz p-acp pno11; (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
354 As if he had said, I am judged unrighteously, but I appeale to thy righteous judgement, who fully knowest (which I also know, my conscience bearing witness) mine integrity. As if he had said, I am judged unrighteously, but I appeal to thy righteous judgement, who Fully Knowest (which I also know, my conscience bearing witness) mine integrity. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm vvn av-j, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp po21 j n1, r-crq av-j vv2 (r-crq pns11 av vvb, po11 n1 vvg n1) po11 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
355 I appeale to thy mercy for the many sins which I have committed against thy selfe, b•• I appeale to thy Justice whether (as I am accused) I have at all sinned against Saul. We may reade Paul doing the same at large while he professed (1 Thes. 2.3, 4.) that he did not act upon covetous designes for himselfe, I appeal to thy mercy for the many Sins which I have committed against thy self, b•• I appeal to thy justice whither (as I am accused) I have At all sinned against Saul. We may read Paul doing the same At large while he professed (1 Thebes 2.3, 4.) that he did not act upon covetous designs for himself, pns11 vvb p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po21 n1, n1 pns11 vvb p-acp po21 n1 cs (c-acp pns11 vbm vvn) pns11 vhb p-acp d vvn p-acp np1. pns12 vmb vvi np1 vdg dt d p-acp j cs pns31 vvd (vvd np1 crd, crd) cst pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp px31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
356 nor was a flatterer of others, but as he was allowed of God to be put in trust with the Gospel, nor was a flatterer of Others, but as he was allowed of God to be put in trust with the Gospel, ccx vbds dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vbds vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
357 even so he spake, not as pleasing men but God, which tryeth the heart. even so he spoke, not as pleasing men but God, which trieth the heart. av av pns31 vvd, xx p-acp j-vvg n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vvz dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
358 As it was the continuall practise of false Apostles and others to discredit Pauls Ministery, by bringing his person out of credit, As it was the continual practice of false Apostles and Others to discredit Paul's Ministry, by bringing his person out of credit, p-acp pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2-jn pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 av pp-f n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
359 so it was his continuall care to counter-worke them, by a professed vindication of himselfe. We may lawfully justifie our selves and our actings, when we are not only suspected, so it was his continual care to counterwork them, by a professed vindication of himself. We may lawfully justify our selves and our actings, when we Are not only suspected, av pn31 vbds po31 j n1 p-acp n1 pno32, p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f px31. pns12 vmb av-j vvi po12 n2 cc po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn, (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
360 but falsly accused, and wrongfully charged about them, and that either of these two wayes. but falsely accused, and wrongfully charged about them, and that either of these two ways. cc-acp av-j vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cc cst d pp-f d crd n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 64 Page 19
361 First, When we are charged to have done that evill, which we never did, then we may justifie our selves by a flat deniall; First, When we Are charged to have done that evil, which we never did, then we may justify our selves by a flat denial; ord, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi vdn d n-jn, r-crq pns12 av-x vdd, cs pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 65 Page 19
362 David did so in that case ( Psal. 7.3, 4.) O Lord my God, if I have done this, David did so in that case (Psalm 7.3, 4.) Oh Lord my God, if I have done this, np1 vdd av p-acp d n1 (np1 crd, crd) uh n1 po11 np1, cs pns11 vhb vdn d, (4) chapter (DIV2) 65 Page 19
363 if there be iniquity in my hand, &c. As if he had said, O God, thou knowest I have not done this which many burden me with. if there be iniquity in my hand, etc. As if he had said, Oh God, thou Knowest I have not done this which many burden me with. cs pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp po11 n1, av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, uh np1, pns21 vv2 pns11 vhb xx vdn d r-crq d vvb pno11 p-acp. (4) chapter (DIV2) 65 Page 19
364 Againe ( Psal. 35.11.) False witnesse did rise up, they laid to my charge things that I knew not; Again (Psalm 35.11.) False witness did rise up, they laid to my charge things that I knew not; av (np1 crd.) j n1 vdd vvi a-acp, pns32 vvd p-acp po11 n1 n2 cst pns11 vvd xx; (4) chapter (DIV2) 65 Page 19
365 I have not had so much as a thought to do that which they say I have actually done. I have not had so much as a Thought to do that which they say I have actually done. pns11 vhb xx vhn av d c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi d r-crq pns32 vvb pns11 vhb av-j vdn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 65 Page 19
367 Secondly, We may justifie our selves lawfully, when the good we have done is charged upon us as an evill deed, Secondly, We may justify our selves lawfully, when the good we have done is charged upon us as an evil deed, ord, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av-j, c-crq dt j pns12 vhb vdn vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
368 or we looked upon as evill doers, when we have done, nothing for the matter, but our duty, and that in the manner according to rule. or we looked upon as evil doers, when we have done, nothing for the matter, but our duty, and that in the manner according to Rule. cc pns12 vvd p-acp p-acp j-jn n2, c-crq pns12 vhb vdn, pix p-acp dt n1, cc-acp po12 n1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 vvg pc-acp vvi. (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
369 Thus when Paul had justified himselfe, by denying the evill which Tertullus, accused him of, ( Acts 24.12, 13.) he presently justified himselfe also in what he had done well, Thus when Paul had justified himself, by denying the evil which Tertullus, accused him of, (Acts 24.12, 13.) he presently justified himself also in what he had done well, av c-crq np1 vhd vvn px31, p-acp vvg dt n-jn r-crq np1, vvd pno31 pp-f, (n2 crd, crd) pns31 av-j vvd px31 av p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vdn av, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
370 though his enemies judged it evill ( ver. 14.) But this I confesse, that after the way which they call heresie, though his enemies judged it evil (for. 14.) But this I confess, that After the Way which they call heresy, cs po31 n2 vvd pn31 j-jn (p-acp. crd) p-acp d pns11 vvb, cst p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
371 so worship I the God of my fathers, beleeving all things which are written in the Law and the Prophets. so worship I the God of my Father's, believing all things which Are written in the Law and the prophets. av vvb pns11 dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, vvg d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
372 This selfe-justification is often very needfull; This self-justification is often very needful; d n1 vbz av av j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
373 For as there are some who call evill good, so there are others, who call good evill, For as there Are Some who call evil good, so there Are Others, who call good evil, c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbr d r-crq vvb j-jn j, av a-acp vbr n2-jn, r-crq vvb j n-jn, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
374 and make that a mans fault which is his commendation. It was accounted a crime by some of old to be lesse vitious then others, and make that a men fault which is his commendation. It was accounted a crime by Some of old to be less vicious then Others, cc vvi d dt ng1 n1 r-crq vbz po31 n1. pn31 vbds vvn dt n1 p-acp d pp-f j pc-acp vbi av-dc j cs n2-jn, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
375 and it is accounted a crime by some at this day to be more vertuous then others; and it is accounted a crime by Some At this day to be more virtuous then Others; cc pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp d p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc j cs n2-jn; (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
376 to be more holy, more exact, more wisely precise and circumspect in our wayes then others, many interpret folly, to be more holy, more exact, more wisely precise and circumspect in our ways then Others, many interpret folly, pc-acp vbi av-dc j, av-dc j, av-dc av-j j cc j p-acp po12 n2 cs n2-jn, d vvb n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
377 and stamp with madnesse. (2 Corinth. 5.13.) Paul was thought beside himselfe, a meere Fanatick in his high actings for Jesus Christ; and stamp with madness. (2 Corinth. 5.13.) Paul was Thought beside himself, a mere Fanatic in his high actings for jesus christ; cc vvi p-acp n1. (crd np1. crd.) np1 vbds vvn p-acp px31, dt j n-jn p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp np1 np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
378 when our actions are thus mis-represented, and put under such disguises, every good man is obliged to doe himselfe right. when our actions Are thus misrepresented, and put under such disguises, every good man is obliged to do himself right. c-crq po12 n2 vbr av j, cc vvd p-acp d n2, d j n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi px31 vvi. (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
379 For as we may honestly accuse others, and declare the evill that we know they have done, when called to it; For as we may honestly accuse Others, and declare the evil that we know they have done, when called to it; p-acp c-acp pns12 vmb av-j vvi n2-jn, cc vvi dt j-jn cst pns12 vvb pns32 vhb vdn, c-crq vvn p-acp pn31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
380 so we may speak out and declare the good we have done, & maintaine that to be good (if it be good) which we have done, (though many call it evill) when called to it. so we may speak out and declare the good we have done, & maintain that to be good (if it be good) which we have done, (though many call it evil) when called to it. av pns12 vmb vvi av cc vvi dt j pns12 vhb vdn, cc vvi cst pc-acp vbi j (cs pn31 vbb j) r-crq pns12 vhb vdn, (cs d vvb pn31 j-jn) c-crq vvd p-acp pn31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
381 Thus a man may stand upon his termes with all men, and yet be humble, and deeply sensible of his owne sinfullnesse and vilenesse before God. Thus a man may stand upon his terms with all men, and yet be humble, and deeply sensible of his own sinfullnesse and vileness before God. av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n2, cc av vbi j, cc av-jn j pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
382 Paul saw nothing, upon the matter, but sin in himselfe ( Rom. 7.14, 24.) When I would doe good, evill is present with me; Paul saw nothing, upon the matter, but since in himself (Rom. 7.14, 24.) When I would do good, evil is present with me; np1 vvd pix, p-acp dt n1, cc-acp n1 p-acp px31 (np1 crd, crd) c-crq pns11 vmd vdi j, j-jn vbz j p-acp pno11; (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
383 O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death; That is, of sin; Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death; That is, of since; uh j n1 cst pns11 vbm, r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; cst vbz, pp-f n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
384 as 'tis called ( Rom. 6.6.) Thus he spake when he had to doe with God; as it's called (Rom. 6.6.) Thus he spoke when he had to do with God; c-acp pn31|vbz vvn (np1 crd.) av pns31 vvd c-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vdi p-acp np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
385 But when he had to doe with men, when he saw himselfe called to answer the accusations, But when he had to do with men, when he saw himself called to answer the accusations, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vdi p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 vvd px31 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
407 Fourthly, They justifie themselves sinfully, who mingle their owne workes with the workes or righteousnesse of Jesus Christ for justification; Fourthly, They justify themselves sinfully, who mingle their own works with the works or righteousness of jesus christ for justification; ord, pns32 vvb px32 av-j, r-crq vvb po32 d n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 71 Page 21
386 and wipe off the aspersions which the enemies of the Gospel cast upon him. (1 Corinth. 4.4.) then he saith, I know nothing (that is, no evill) by my selfe, Paul was very conscious of his naturall infirmity, and wipe off the Aspersions which the enemies of the Gospel cast upon him. (1 Corinth. 4.4.) then he Says, I know nothing (that is, no evil) by my self, Paul was very conscious of his natural infirmity, cc vvb a-acp dt n2 r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31. (crd np1. crd.) cs pns31 vvz, pns11 vvb pix (cst vbz, dx j-jn) p-acp po11 n1, np1 vbds av j pp-f po31 j n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 20
387 yet very confident of his spirituall integrity. yet very confident of his spiritual integrity. av av j pp-f po31 j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 21
388 And therefore when he saw the Glory of God was like to be obscured through his abasement, And Therefore when he saw the Glory of God was like to be obscured through his abasement, cc av c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 21
389 and to be ecclipsed by the shadowes and darknesse which men cast upon his Ministery, and to be eclipsed by the shadows and darkness which men cast upon his Ministry, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n1 r-crq n2 vvd p-acp po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 21
390 then he tooke due honour to himselfe, and made the most of himselfe, according to truth, in the eyes of all the world. then he took due honour to himself, and made the most of himself, according to truth, in the eyes of all the world. cs pns31 vvd j-jn n1 p-acp px31, cc vvd dt ds pp-f px31, vvg p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 21
391 Thus I have shewed what justifying of our selves is lawfull, and I have done it that we may more clearely discerne, what I am to shew next, or Thus I have showed what justifying of our selves is lawful, and I have done it that we may more clearly discern, what I am to show next, or av pns11 vhb vvn r-crq vvg pp-f po12 n2 vbz j, cc pns11 vhb vdn pn31 cst pns12 vmb av-dc av-j vvi, r-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi ord, cc (4) chapter (DIV2) 66 Page 21
392 Secondly, Namely, what that justifying of our selves is, which indeed is unlawfull, reprovable and blame-worthy; Secondly, Namely, what that justifying of our selves is, which indeed is unlawful, reprovable and blameworthy; ord, av, r-crq d vvg pp-f po12 n2 vbz, r-crq av vbz j, j cc j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 67 Page 21
393 I shall instance it in a few particulars. I shall instance it in a few particulars. pns11 vmb n1 pn31 p-acp dt d n2-j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 67 Page 21
394 First, They justifie themselves sinfully, who doe good with a desire to be seene and applauded of men for it; First, They justify themselves sinfully, who do good with a desire to be seen and applauded of men for it; ord, pns32 vvb px32 av-j, q-crq vdb j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn pp-f n2 p-acp pn31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 68 Page 21
395 thus Christ charged the Pharisees ( Math: 6.5.) They pray standing in the Synagogues, and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seene of men: thus christ charged the Pharisees (Math: 6.5.) They pray standing in the Synagogues, and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men: av np1 vvd dt np2 (np1: crd.) pns32 vvb vvg p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn pp-f n2: (4) chapter (DIV2) 68 Page 21
396 and ( ver: 16.) They disfigure their faces, that they may appeare unto men to fast. and (for: 16.) They disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. cc (p-acp: crd) pns32 vvb po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi. (4) chapter (DIV2) 68 Page 21
397 It is not a sin to be seene of men in doing good, but to doe good to be seene of men is sinfull, It is not a since to be seen of men in doing good, but to do good to be seen of men is sinful, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2 p-acp vdg j, cc-acp pc-acp vdi j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2 vbz j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 68 Page 21
398 and the patching up of a selfe-justification. and the patching up of a self-justification. cc dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 68 Page 21
399 Secondly, They justifie themselves sinfully, who would pretend, or seeme to have done that good, which indeed they have not. Secondly, They justify themselves sinfully, who would pretend, or seem to have done that good, which indeed they have not. ord, pns32 vvb px32 av-j, r-crq vmd vvi, cc vvb pc-acp vhi vdn d j, r-crq av pns32 vhb xx. (4) chapter (DIV2) 69 Page 21
400 There is as much of this hypocrisie lodging and working now in the hearts of the children of men, There is as much of this hypocrisy lodging and working now in the hearts of the children of men, pc-acp vbz p-acp d pp-f d n1 n1 cc vvg av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 69 Page 21
401 as was of old in the heart of Saul (1 Sam: 15.13, 14. to the 22d verse) who professed highly to have fulfilled the will of God to a haires breadth; as was of old in the heart of Saul (1 Sam: 15.13, 14. to the 22d verse) who professed highly to have fulfilled the will of God to a hairs breadth; c-acp vbds pp-f j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (crd np1: crd, crd p-acp dt crd n1) r-crq vvd av-j pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ng1 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 69 Page 21
402 Blessed be thou of the Lord (said he to Samuel) I have performed the commandment of the Lord; Blessed be thou of the Lord (said he to Samuel) I have performed the Commandment of the Lord; vvn vbb pns21 pp-f dt n1 (vvd pns31 p-acp np1) pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 69 Page 21
403 Thus he insisted upon his integrity, and justified himselfe to the face of Samuel, who quickly convinced him that he had done the Lords worke to halves. Thus he insisted upon his integrity, and justified himself to the face of Samuel, who quickly convinced him that he had done the lords work to halves. av pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av-j vvd pno31 cst pns31 vhd vdn dt n2 vvb p-acp n2-jn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 69 Page 21
404 Thirdly, They justifie themselves sinfully, who either totally deny, or extenuate and lessen the evill that they have done; Thirdly, They justify themselves sinfully, who either totally deny, or extenuate and lessen the evil that they have done; ord, pns32 vvb px32 av-j, r-crq d av-j vvi, cc vvi cc vvi dt n-jn cst pns32 vhb vdn; (4) chapter (DIV2) 70 Page 21
405 this kinde of sinfull selfe-justification was opened largely at the 33d verse of the former Chapter, upon that imprecation made by Job, If I covered my transgression as Adam, by hiding mine iniquity in my bosome. this kind of sinful self-justification was opened largely At the 33d verse of the former Chapter, upon that imprecation made by Job, If I covered my Transgression as Adam, by hiding mine iniquity in my bosom. d n1 pp-f j n1 vbds vvn av-j p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp np1, cs pns11 vvd po11 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 70 Page 21
408 for though such pretend to Christ, and say they take up Christ and his righteousnesse for justification, for though such pretend to christ, and say they take up christ and his righteousness for justification, c-acp cs d vvb p-acp np1, cc vvb pns32 vvb a-acp np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 71 Page 22
409 yet it will be found a selfe-justification only; seeing unlesse Christ justifie us wholly, he justifieth us not at all; yet it will be found a self-justification only; seeing unless christ justify us wholly, he Justifieth us not At all; av pn31 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 av-j; vvg cs np1 vvb pno12 av-jn, pns31 vvz pno12 xx p-acp d; (4) chapter (DIV2) 71 Page 22
410 As the Apostle concludes ( Galat. 5.4.) Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the Law; ye are fallen from grace; As the Apostle concludes (Galatians 5.4.) christ is become of no Effect unto you, whosoever of you Are justified by the Law; you Are fallen from grace; c-acp dt n1 vvz (np1 crd.) np1 vbz vvn pp-f dx n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq pp-f pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 71 Page 22
411 That is, yee who mingle your workes with Grace, are not justified by Grace, but (which will be (unlesse repented of) your condemnation) by your workes. That is, ye who mingle your works with Grace, Are not justified by Grace, but (which will be (unless repented of) your condemnation) by your works. cst vbz, pn22 r-crq vvb po22 n2 p-acp n1, vbr xx vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp (r-crq vmb vbi (cs vvn pp-f) po22 n1) p-acp po22 n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 71 Page 22
412 Lastly, They justifie themselves sinfully, who say they are justified by Christ from their sins, while they continue in their sins, and hold fast their iniquities; Lastly, They justify themselves sinfully, who say they Are justified by christ from their Sins, while they continue in their Sins, and hold fast their iniquities; ord, pns32 vvb px32 av-j, r-crq vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb av-j po32 n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 72 Page 22
413 For as they that mingle their owne good workes with the righteousnesse of Christ, are selfe-justifiers, For as they that mingle their own good works with the righteousness of christ, Are selfe-justifiers, c-acp c-acp pns32 cst vvb po32 d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 72 Page 22
414 so also are they that take hold of the righteousnesse of Christ, while they will not let goe, so also Are they that take hold of the righteousness of christ, while they will not let go, av av vbr pns32 cst vvb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns32 vmb xx vvi vvi, (4) chapter (DIV2) 72 Page 22
415 nor part with their evill workes. nor part with their evil works. ccx n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 72 Page 22
416 To looke for justification while we continue in the love and practise of any knowne sin and unrighteousnesse, is as sinfull as to expect justification by our owne righteousnesse. To look for justification while we continue in the love and practice of any known since and unrighteousness, is as sinful as to expect justification by our own righteousness. p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-vvn n1 cc n1, vbz a-acp j c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 d n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 72 Page 22
417 Object. But doth not the Scripture say, that God justifieth the ungodly (Rom. 4.5.) Object. But does not the Scripture say, that God Justifieth the ungodly (Rom. 4.5.) n1. cc-acp vdz xx dt n1 vvb, cst np1 vvz dt j (np1 crd.) (4) chapter (DIV2) 73 Page 22
418 I answer, Though God justifieth the ungodly, yet the justified are not ungodly; I answer, Though God Justifieth the ungodly, yet the justified Are not ungodly; pns11 vvb, cs np1 vvz dt j, av dt vvn vbr xx j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
419 God justifieth the ungodly and makes them holy by the grace of sanctification, as well as righteous by the grace of justification: God Justifieth the ungodly and makes them holy by the grace of sanctification, as well as righteous by the grace of justification: np1 vvz dt j cc vvz pno32 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
420 righteousnesse of life is alwayes the fruit of righteousnesse by faith. righteousness of life is always the fruit of righteousness by faith. n1 pp-f n1 vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
421 Therefore if any man continuing in any knowne sin, saith he is justified, he hath justified himselfe, Therefore if any man Continuing in any known since, Says he is justified, he hath justified himself, av cs d n1 vvg p-acp d j-vvn n1, vvz pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vhz vvn px31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
422 for none doe so who are justified of God. O how deeply are they condemned by God who thus justifie themselves! for none doe so who Are justified of God. O how deeply Are they condemned by God who thus justify themselves! c-acp pix n1 av r-crq vbr vvn pp-f np1. sy q-crq av-jn vbr pns32 vvn p-acp np1 r-crq av vvi px32! (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
423 Nothing is more desirable then to be justified by God, and nothing is more dangerous then to justifie our selves, either by our owne righteousnesse, or in our unrighteousnesse. Nothing is more desirable then to be justified by God, and nothing is more dangerous then to justify our selves, either by our own righteousness, or in our unrighteousness. np1 vbz av-dc j cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc pix vbz av-dc j cs pc-acp vvi po12 n2, av-d p-acp po12 d n1, cc p-acp po12 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
424 Now as to justifie our selves any of these wayes, is exceeding sinfull before God, Now as to justify our selves any of these ways, is exceeding sinful before God, av c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 d pp-f d n2, vbz vvg j p-acp np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
425 so to justifie our selves any way, layeth us open or obnoxious to the censures of men. so to justify our selves any Way, Layeth us open or obnoxious to the censures of men. av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 d n1, vvz pno12 vvi cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
426 And that's the reason why this holy man Job was so deeply censured; For though he justified not himselfe in any of those sences which are are sinfull, And that's the reason why this holy man Job was so deeply censured; For though he justified not himself in any of those Senses which Are Are sinful, cc d|vbz dt n1 c-crq d j n1 n1 vbds av av-jn vvn; c-acp cs pns31 vvd xx px31 p-acp d pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr vbr j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
427 yet he did some way justifie himselfe, and while he justified himselfe only as he might, he was condemned as having justified himselfe in a way which he might not. yet he did Some Way justify himself, and while he justified himself only as he might, he was condemned as having justified himself in a Way which he might not. av pns31 vdd d n1 vvi px31, cc cs pns31 vvd px31 av-j p-acp pns31 vmd, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp vhg vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmd xx. (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
428 We had need be very cautious, how we any way or in any kinde justifie our selves, few having done it without incurring censure, if not condemnation from others. We had need be very cautious, how we any Way or in any kind justify our selves, few having done it without incurring censure, if not condemnation from Others. pns12 vhd n1 vbi av j, c-crq pns12 d n1 cc p-acp d n1 vvi po12 n2, d vhg vdn pn31 p-acp vvg n1, cs xx n1 p-acp n2-jn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 74 Page 22
429 But what was Jobs selfe-justification, or of what kinde, that it raised such a dust, yea kindled such a flame of Anger in the breast of Elihu? I answer; But what was Jobs self-justification, or of what kind, that it raised such a dust, yea kindled such a flame of Anger in the breast of Elihu? I answer; cc-acp r-crq vbds n2 n1, cc pp-f r-crq n1, cst pn31 vvd d dt n1, uh vvd d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? pns11 vvb; (4) chapter (DIV2) 75 Page 23
430 Job did not justifie himselfe by lyes or falshoods; Job did not justify himself by lies or falsehoods; np1 vdd xx vvi px31 p-acp n2 cc n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 76 Page 23
431 that was not the matter for which Elihu was angry with Job, but because he supposed he was more tender of his owne name then of Gods. Thus the Text speakes expressely; that was not the matter for which Elihu was angry with Job, but Because he supposed he was more tender of his own name then of God's Thus the Text speaks expressly; cst vbds xx dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vbds j p-acp n1, p-acp c-acp pns31 vvd pns31 vbds av-dc j pp-f po31 d n1 av pp-f n2 av dt n1 vvz av-j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 76 Page 23
432 Against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himselfe rather then God. Hence note; Against Job was his wrath kindled, Because he justified himself rather then God. Hence note; p-acp np1 vbds po31 n1 vvn, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av np1. av vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 76 Page 23
433 To justifie our selves rather then God, is not only sinfull but flagitious, not only sinfull but blasphemous. To justify our selves rather then God, is not only sinful but flagitious, not only sinful but blasphemous. pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-c cs np1, vbz xx av-j j p-acp j, xx av-j j p-acp j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 77 Page 23
434 Let God be true and every man a lyar (Rom. 3.4.) woe to those who goe about to save their owne honour, by speaking that which reflects dishonour upon God, Let God be true and every man a liar (Rom. 3.4.) woe to those who go about to save their own honour, by speaking that which reflects dishonour upon God, vvb np1 vbi j cc d n1 dt n1 (np1 crd.) n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, p-acp vvg d r-crq vvz n1 p-acp np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 78 Page 23
435 or who keepe their owne credit untoucht, by exposing his to any hazzard; let God be just and every man unrighteous. or who keep their own credit untouched, by exposing his to any hazard; let God be just and every man unrighteous. cc q-crq vvb po32 d n1 j, p-acp vvg po31 p-acp d vvi; vvb np1 vbi j cc d n1 j-u. (4) chapter (DIV2) 78 Page 23
436 As whosoever exalts himselfe, humbles God (when we exalt our selves vainely, we humble God as much as we can, As whosoever exalts himself, humbles God (when we exalt our selves vainly, we humble God as much as we can, p-acp r-crq vvz px31, vvz np1 (c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 av-j, pns12 j np1 p-acp d c-acp pns12 vmb, (4) chapter (DIV2) 78 Page 23
437 and so it will be interpreted) so he that justifies himselfe in any degree unduely accuseth God, and so it will be interpreted) so he that Justifies himself in any degree unduely Accuseth God, cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn) av pns31 cst vvz px31 p-acp d n1 av-j vvz np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 78 Page 23
438 how much more he that justifieth himselfe rather then God. how much more he that Justifieth himself rather then God. c-crq av-d av-dc pns31 cst vvz px31 av av np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 78 Page 23
439 To commend or praise our selves, in the hearing of men, is unsavory, to commend or praise our selves rather then men (who are our fellowes, To commend or praise our selves, in the hearing of men, is unsavoury, to commend or praise our selves rather then men (who Are our Fellows, p-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, vbz j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 av-c cs n2 (r-crq vbr po12 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 78 Page 23
440 yea though our inferiors) is odious, how much more to justifie our selves rather then God, who is infinitely above us. yea though our inferiors) is odious, how much more to justify our selves rather then God, who is infinitely above us. uh cs po12 n2-jn) vbz j, c-crq av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-c cs np1, r-crq vbz av-j p-acp pno12. (4) chapter (DIV2) 78 Page 23
441 It becomes the best of men, to accuse, judge and condemne themselves, to draw up their owne enditement, It becomes the best of men, to accuse, judge and condemn themselves, to draw up their own Enditement, pn31 vvz dt js pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi, n1 cc vvi px32, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 d n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 78 Page 23
442 and say, we have deserved worse then we suffer from the hand of God; and have done lesse then duty requires at our hand. and say, we have deserved Worse then we suffer from the hand of God; and have done less then duty requires At our hand. cc vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av-jc cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc vhb vdn av-dc cs n1 vvz p-acp po12 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 78 Page 23
443 But, because to justifie our selves rather then God, is a thing so horrid, few will be brought under this conviction, that they are guilty of it, or chargeable with it. But, Because to justify our selves rather then God, is a thing so horrid, few will be brought under this conviction, that they Are guilty of it, or chargeable with it. p-acp, c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-c cs np1, vbz dt n1 av j, d vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vbr j pp-f pn31, cc j p-acp pn31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 79 Page 23
444 And therefore I shall endeavour to make it appeare, that there are many who though they doe not justifie themselves rather then God directly and barefaced, And Therefore I shall endeavour to make it appear, that there Are many who though they do not justify themselves rather then God directly and barefaced, cc av pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi, cst a-acp vbr d r-crq cs pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 av av np1 av-j cc j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 79 Page 23
445 yet they doe it secretly or constructively. yet they do it secretly or constructively. av pns32 vdb pn31 av-jn cc av-j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 79 Page 23
446 I shall make out this in generall as it may concern any man, while I more distinctly shew, I shall make out this in general as it may concern any man, while I more distinctly show, pns11 vmb vvi av d p-acp j c-acp pn31 vmb vvi d n1, cs pns11 av-dc av-j vvi, (4) chapter (DIV2) 79 Page 23
447 how Job incurred this suspition, and gave Elihu more then a probable ground to say, that he justified himselfe rather then God. how Job incurred this suspicion, and gave Elihu more then a probable ground to say, that he justified himself rather then God. q-crq np1 vvn d n1, cc vvd np1 av-dc cs dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vvn px31 av av np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 79 Page 23
448 Job never said, he was more just then God, but he said many things which gave Elihu occasion to say, That surely he justified himselfe rather then God. Job never said, he was more just then God, but he said many things which gave Elihu occasion to say, That surely he justified himself rather then God. np1 av-x vvd, pns31 vbds av-dc j cs np1, cc-acp pns31 vvd d n2 r-crq vvd np1 n1 pc-acp vvi, cst av-j pns31 vvn px31 av av np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 79 Page 24
449 First, When he spake so largely of his own innocency, spending five whole Chapters in the vindication of it, First, When he spoke so largely of his own innocency, spending five Whole Chapters in the vindication of it, ord, c-crq pns31 vvd av av-j pp-f po31 d n1, vvg crd j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 80 Page 24
450 and spake so little, comparatively, of the righteousnesse and justice of God, this might bring him under a suspition of justifying himselfe rather then God. and spoke so little, comparatively, of the righteousness and Justice of God, this might bring him under a suspicion of justifying himself rather then God. cc vvd av j, av-j, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, d vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg px31 av av np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 80 Page 24
451 For what could this intimate to his hearers, but that he had better performed the part of a gracious and righteous man, For what could this intimate to his hearers, but that he had better performed the part of a gracious and righteous man, p-acp r-crq vmd d vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp cst pns31 vhd av-jc vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 80 Page 24
452 then God had of a gracious Father or righteous Judge. then God had of a gracious Father or righteous Judge. cs np1 vhd pp-f dt j n1 cc j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 80 Page 24
453 Though all that be true (how much soever it is) which we speak of our selves, Though all that be true (how much soever it is) which we speak of our selves, cs d cst vbb j (c-crq av-d av pn31 vbz) r-crq pns12 vvb pp-f po12 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 80 Page 24
454 yet it is not good to speak much, much lesse all of our selves; yet it is not good to speak much, much less all of our selves; av pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi d, av-d av-dc d pp-f po12 n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 80 Page 24
455 especially when upon that account, we may seeme to dispute either the justice or goodnesse of God in dealing out the troubles and afflictions, under which we suffer. especially when upon that account, we may seem to dispute either the Justice or Goodness of God in dealing out the Troubles and afflictions, under which we suffer. av-j c-crq p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg av dt n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb. (4) chapter (DIV2) 80 Page 24
456 Secondly, While Job did so often and so boldly offer to plead his cause before Gods tribunall, Secondly, While Job did so often and so boldly offer to plead his cause before God's tribunal, ord, cs n1 vdd av av cc av av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 81 Page 24
457 and was so importunate for a Hearing, this carried a secret implication, that God had not dealt well with him, and was so importunate for a Hearing, this carried a secret implication, that God had not dealt well with him, cc vbds av j p-acp dt n-vvg, d vvd dt j-jn n1, cst np1 vhd xx vvn av p-acp pno31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 81 Page 24
458 or at least had not considered his cause throughly, for if he had, surely he should have found more favorable dealing from God then he dayly experienced. or At least had not considered his cause thoroughly, for if he had, surely he should have found more favourable dealing from God then he daily experienced. cc p-acp ds vhn xx vvn po31 n1 av-j, c-acp cs pns31 vhd, av-j pns31 vmd vhi vvn av-dc j n-vvg p-acp np1 cs pns31 av-j vvn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 81 Page 24
459 Thirdly, While Job complained so often and greatly of the greatnesse of his afflictions, of the weight and heavinesse of the hand of God upon him, Thirdly, While Job complained so often and greatly of the greatness of his afflictions, of the weight and heaviness of the hand of God upon him, ord, cs n1 vvd av av cc av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 82 Page 24
460 and, that he being but a poore worme, the great and mighty God should stretch out his strong hand against him; and, that he being but a poor worm, the great and mighty God should stretch out his strong hand against him; cc, cst pns31 vbg p-acp dt j n1, dt j cc j np1 vmd vvi av po31 j n1 p-acp pno31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 82 Page 24
461 This also might be construed, as if he thought God did not take a due measure of his infirmities, This also might be construed, as if he Thought God did not take a due measure of his infirmities, d av vmd vbi vvn, c-acp cs pns31 vvd np1 vdd xx vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 82 Page 24
462 but let temptations take hold of him which were not common to man, and burdened him beyond what he was able to beare. but let temptations take hold of him which were not Common to man, and burdened him beyond what he was able to bear. cc-acp vvb n2 vvb n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vbdr xx j p-acp n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi. (4) chapter (DIV2) 82 Page 24
463 Now, what was this, but to justifie himselfe rather then God? Now, what was this, but to justify himself rather then God? av, r-crq vbds d, cc-acp pc-acp vvi px31 av av np1? (4) chapter (DIV2) 82 Page 24
464 Fourthly, While he complained that the hand of God had not only touched him, but even abode and dwelt upon him, that he was consumed from morning to morning, that he had not only wearisome nights, Fourthly, While he complained that the hand of God had not only touched him, but even Abided and dwelled upon him, that he was consumed from morning to morning, that he had not only wearisome nights, ord, cs pns31 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd xx av-j vvn pno31, cc-acp av n1 cc vvd p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vhd xx av-j j n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 83 Page 24
465 but moneths of vanity appointed to him, that his afflictions were not only exceeding sharpe, but months of vanity appointed to him, that his afflictions were not only exceeding sharp, cc-acp n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, cst po31 n2 vbdr xx av-j j-vvg j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 83 Page 24
466 but exceeding long, yea that though they were extreamly violent, yet perpetuall, this bare hard upon the goodness and wisdome of God. but exceeding long, yea that though they were extremely violent, yet perpetual, this bore hard upon the Goodness and Wisdom of God. cc-acp vvg av-j, uh cst cs pns32 vbdr av-jn j, av j, d j j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 83 Page 24
467 For, to say that God over-acts in the measure, and exceeds in the continuance of our afflictions, reflect alike upon the honour of God, For, to say that God overacts in the measure, and exceeds in the Continuance of our afflictions, reflect alike upon the honour of God, p-acp, pc-acp vvi cst np1 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 83 Page 24
468 and are rather a justification of our selves in bearing the crosse, then of God in laying it onn. and Are rather a justification of our selves in bearing the cross, then of God in laying it onn. cc vbr av-c dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp vvg dt n1, av pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pn31 vvn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 83 Page 24
469 Fifthly, Job in severall passages of this booke desired God to make an end of him, Fifthly, Job in several passages of this book desired God to make an end of him, ord, np1 p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 84 Page 25
470 and take him out of this world; he was troubled that God did not kill him out of hand, or out-right; and take him out of this world; he was troubled that God did not kill him out of hand, or outright; cc vvb pno31 av pp-f d n1; pns31 vbds vvn cst np1 vdd xx vvi pno31 av pp-f n1, cc av-j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 84 Page 25
471 this was a justification of himselfe rather then God, as if he knew better, whether it were more fit for him to live in a sickly, weakly, painfull condition, this was a justification of himself rather then God, as if he knew better, whither it were more fit for him to live in a sickly, weakly, painful condition, d vbds dt n1 pp-f px31 av av np1, c-acp cs pns31 vvd av-jc, cs pn31 vbdr av-dc j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, av-j, j n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 84 Page 25
472 or to be delivered out of it by death. or to be Delivered out of it by death. cc pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f pn31 p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 84 Page 25
473 As we should be willing to die, when God calls, so to live till God calls, and not to hasten death; As we should be willing to die, when God calls, so to live till God calls, and not to hasten death; c-acp pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, c-crq np1 vvz, av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 vvz, cc xx pc-acp vvi n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 84 Page 25
474 He that beleeves (as he ought) will not make hast out of the troubles of this world, much lesse out of the world, because he finds it troublesome. He that believes (as he ought) will not make haste out of the Troubles of this world, much less out of the world, Because he finds it troublesome. pns31 cst vvz (c-acp pns31 vmd) n1 xx vvi n1 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, av-d av-dc av pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 84 Page 25
475 Sixthly, He seemed to justifie himselfe rather then God, while he was so much troubled, because God did not presently reveale to him the reason of his troubles; Sixthly, He seemed to justify himself rather then God, while he was so much troubled, Because God did not presently reveal to him the reason of his Troubles; j, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi px31 av av np1, cs pns31 vbds av av-d vvn, c-acp np1 vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 85 Page 25
476 Why is light given to a man whose way is hid, and whom God hath hedged in? was his complaint ( Chap. 3.23.) that is, Why is Light given to a man whose Way is hid, and whom God hath hedged in? was his complaint (Chap. 3.23.) that is, c-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn, cc r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp? vbds po31 n1 (np1 crd.) cst vbz, (4) chapter (DIV2) 85 Page 25
477 wherefore is the light of this naturall life given to me, whose way is in the darke, Wherefore is the Light of this natural life given to me, whose Way is in the dark, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vvn p-acp pno11, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 85 Page 25
478 and who know not the reason why I am thus afflicted? We ought to sit downe in this assurance, be our condition never so restlesse, that the most wise God hath a reason for every stroake of trouble 〈 ◊ 〉 layeth upon our loynes, though we see it not. and who know not the reason why I am thus afflicted? We ought to fit down in this assurance, be our condition never so restless, that the most wise God hath a reason for every stroke of trouble 〈 ◊ 〉 Layeth upon our loins, though we see it not. cc q-crq vvb xx dt n1 c-crq pns11 vbm av vvn? pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n1, vbi po12 n1 av-x av j, cst dt av-ds j np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 〈 sy 〉 vvz p-acp po12 n2, cs pns12 vvb pn31 xx. (4) chapter (DIV2) 85 Page 25
479 They who cannot fully resigne themselves and their wayes to God, yea resolve their wills into the will of God, are much disquieted and restlesse in their minds, They who cannot Fully resign themselves and their ways to God, yea resolve their wills into the will of God, Are much disquieted and restless in their minds, pns32 r-crq vmbx av-j vvi px32 cc po32 n2 p-acp np1, uh vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr av-d vvn cc j p-acp po32 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 85 Page 25
480 when they see not the reason of Gods dealing with them, or why it is so with them? Let all such know, this also is to make our selves wiser then God, when they see not the reason of God's dealing with them, or why it is so with them? Let all such know, this also is to make our selves Wiser then God, c-crq pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f ng1 vvg p-acp pno32, cc c-crq pn31 vbz av p-acp pno32? vvb d d vvb, d av vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2 jc cs np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 85 Page 25
481 and to justifie our selves rather then him. and to justify our selves rather then him. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av av pno31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 85 Page 25
482 And therefore from all these considerations take these two Inferences, which may keepe us ever at a distance from this high presumption, And Therefore from all these considerations take these two Inferences, which may keep us ever At a distance from this high presumption, cc av p-acp d d n2 vvb d crd n2, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 85 Page 25
483 yea (which we should carefully avoyd) from the shaddow and appearance of it; The justifying of our selves rather then God. yea (which we should carefully avoid) from the shadow and appearance of it; The justifying of our selves rather then God. uh (r-crq pns12 vmd av-j vvi) p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 av-c cs np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 85 Page 25
484 First, It is enough to condemne us under the guilt of this sin, if we allow not all that God doth to be good, First, It is enough to condemn us under the guilt of this since, if we allow not all that God does to be good, ord, pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cs pns12 vvb xx d cst np1 vdz p-acp vbi j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 86 Page 25
485 yea and best for us, how much or how long, or in what kinde soever be is pleased to afflict us with evill. yea and best for us, how much or how long, or in what kind soever be is pleased to afflict us with evil. uh cc js p-acp pno12, c-crq d cc c-crq av-j, cc p-acp r-crq n1 av vbi vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n-jn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 86 Page 25
525 children and aged persons, the sicke and pained are apt to be angry with others, and hard to be pleased themselves. children and aged Persons, the sick and pained Are apt to be angry with Others, and hard to be pleased themselves. n2 cc j-vvn n2, dt j cc vvn vbr j pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2-jn, cc av-j pc-acp vbi vvn px32. (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 27
486 It is our duty to accept, that is, to take well at Gods hand, the punishment of our iniquity (Lev: 26.41.) how much more to welcome the sorest and heaviest crosse which he is pleased to lay upon us, either for the chastisement of our faylings and falls, It is our duty to accept, that is, to take well At God's hand, the punishment of our iniquity (Lev: 26.41.) how much more to welcome the Sorest and Heaviest cross which he is pleased to lay upon us, either for the chastisement of our failings and falls, pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, cst vbz, pc-acp vvi av p-acp ng1 n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 (np1: crd.) c-crq d dc pc-acp vvi dt js cc js n1 r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2-vvg cc n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 86 Page 25
487 or for the tryall and exercise of our graces. or for the trial and exercise of our graces. cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 86 Page 25
488 It is said (2 Sam: 3.36.) Whatsoever the king (meaning David) did; pleased all the people; It is said (2 Sam: 3.36.) Whatsoever the King (meaning David) did; pleased all the people; pn31 vbz vvd (crd np1: crd.) r-crq dt n1 (vvg np1) vdd; vvd d dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 86 Page 26
489 There was a wonderfull consent and harmony between the peoples spirit and Davids actions; There was a wonderful consent and harmony between the peoples Spirit and Davids actions; a-acp vbds dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc npg1 n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 86 Page 26
490 Surely whatsoever God doth, should please all his people, what ever he dispenseth, be it sweet or sowre, hard or soft, light or darknesse, it should please all his people, and please them highly; Surely whatsoever God does, should please all his people, what ever he dispenseth, be it sweet or sour, hard or soft, Light or darkness, it should please all his people, and please them highly; av-j r-crq n1 vdz, vmd vvi d po31 n1, r-crq av pns31 vvz, vbb pn31 j cc j, j cc j, j cc n1, pn31 vmd vvi d po31 n1, cc vvb pno32 av-j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 86 Page 26
491 and so farre as we come short of this frame of heart, so farre doe we justifie our selves rather then God. and so Far as we come short of this frame of heart, so Far do we justify our selves rather then God. cc av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, av av-j vdi pns12 vvi po12 n2 av-c cs np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 86 Page 26
492 Secondly, It is a fault not only if we are not satisfied and pleased with what God doth, Secondly, It is a fault not only if we Are not satisfied and pleased with what God does, ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 xx av-j cs pns12 vbr xx vvn cc vvn p-acp r-crq np1 vdz, (4) chapter (DIV2) 87 Page 26
493 but if we doe not praise and glorifie God in and for what he doth; but if we do not praise and Glorify God in and for what he does; cc-acp cs pns12 vdb xx vvi cc vvi np1 p-acp cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz; (4) chapter (DIV2) 87 Page 26
494 and that not only in his justice that he hath done us no wrong, but in his goodnesse, that he hath done all for our profit. and that not only in his Justice that he hath done us no wrong, but in his Goodness, that he hath done all for our profit. cc cst xx av-j p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vhz vdn pno12 dx j-jn, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vhz vdn d p-acp po12 n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 87 Page 26
495 That which turnes to mans profit, should also turne to the praise of God; That which turns to men profit, should also turn to the praise of God; cst r-crq vvz p-acp ng1 n1, vmd av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 87 Page 26
496 But (as the holy Apostle assureth us, Heb: 12.10.) God chastneth his children for their profit (and that the best and noblest profit) that they might be partakers of his holiness; But (as the holy Apostle assureth us, Hebrew: 12.10.) God Chasteneth his children for their profit (and that the best and Noblest profit) that they might be partakers of his holiness; cc-acp (c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno12, n1: crd.) np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po32 n1 (cc cst dt js cc js n1) d pns32 vmd vbi n2 pp-f po31 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 87 Page 26
497 therefore we ought to praise and glorifie him, or to glorifie him with our praises while he is chastning us. Therefore we ought to praise and Glorify him, or to Glorify him with our praises while he is chastening us. av pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po12 n2 cs pns31 vbz vvg pno12. (4) chapter (DIV2) 87 Page 26
498 Truly God is good to Israel (Psal. 73.1.) He is so, not only when he gives Israel outward good things, Truly God is good to Israel (Psalm 73.1.) He is so, not only when he gives Israel outward good things, av-j n1 vbz j p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) pns31 vbz av, xx av-j c-crq pns31 vvz np1 j j n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 87 Page 26
499 or things good to fense, but when he afflicts, when he writes bitter things against his Israel, and shewes them only visions of sorrow and matter of amazement. or things good to fence, but when he afflicts, when he writes bitter things against his Israel, and shows them only visions of sorrow and matter of amazement. cc n2 j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, c-crq pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp po31 np1, cc vvz pno32 j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 87 Page 26
500 Till our soules are wrought up to this Justification of God in his goodnesse, when things are worst with us, we in some degree justifie our selves rather then God. Till our Souls Are wrought up to this Justification of God in his Goodness, when things Are worst with us, we in Some degree justify our selves rather then God. p-acp po12 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq n2 vbr js p-acp pno12, pns12 p-acp d n1 vvi po12 n2 av-c cs np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 87 Page 26
501 Againe, for as much as Job, who cannot in all things be acquitted from this charge of justifying himselfe rather then God, was yet of another spirit and principle, Again, for as much as Job, who cannot in all things be acquitted from this charge of justifying himself rather then God, was yet of Another Spirit and principle, av, c-acp c-acp d c-acp n1, r-crq vmbx p-acp d n2 vbb vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg px31 av av np1, vbds av pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 88 Page 26
502 then indeed or professedly to justifie himselfe rather then God. Observe; then indeed or professedly to justify himself rather then God. Observe; av av cc av-vvn pc-acp vvi px31 av av np1. vvb; (4) chapter (DIV2) 88 Page 26
503 We may speake amisse and wrong God when we doe not intend it, nor have the least thought to doe so. We may speak amiss and wrong God when we do not intend it, nor have the least Thought to do so. pns12 vmb vvi av cc vvi np1 c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31, ccx vhb dt ds n1 pc-acp vdi av. (4) chapter (DIV2) 89 Page 26
526 And 'tis a generall ax•om; The weake and impotent are naturally angry and passionate. And it's a general ax•om; The weak and impotent Are naturally angry and passionate. cc pn31|vbz dt j av; dt j cc j vbr av-j j cc j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 27
504 David prayeth for the pardon of unknowne sins ( Psal. 19.12, 13.) Cleanse thou me from secret faults, keepe backe thy servant also from presumptuous sins, let them not have dominion over me. David Prayeth for the pardon of unknown Sins (Psalm 19.12, 13.) Cleanse thou me from secret Faults, keep back thy servant also from presumptuous Sins, let them not have dominion over me. np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 (np1 crd, crd) vvb pns21 pno11 p-acp j-jn n2, vvb av po21 n1 av p-acp j n2, vvb pno32 xx vhi n1 p-acp pno11. (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 26
505 To justifie our selves rather then God knowingly, is a presumptuous sin; To justify our selves rather then God knowingly, is a presumptuous since; pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-c cs np1 av-vvg, vbz dt j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 26
506 to lay any blame upon God directly is blasphemy, David prayed not only to be kept from such grosse sins, to lay any blame upon God directly is blasphemy, David prayed not only to be kept from such gross Sins, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1 av-j vbz n1, np1 vvd xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 26
507 but to be cleansed from secret sins, that is, from those sins which he did not know that he had committed them, but to be cleansed from secret Sins, that is, from those Sins which he did not know that he had committed them, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cst vbz, p-acp d n2 r-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi cst pns31 vhd vvn pno32, (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
508 and which he never had any intent to commit. and which he never had any intent to commit. cc r-crq pns31 av-x vhd d n1 pc-acp vvi. (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
509 We may so mis-place words and mis-guide actions, when we thinke not of it, that we may quickly sin against God, We may so misplace words and misguide actions, when we think not of it, that we may quickly sin against God, pns12 vmb av n1 n2 cc j n2, c-crq pns12 vvb xx pp-f pn31, cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
510 yea and justifie our selves rather then God; yea and justify our selves rather then God; uh cc vvi po12 n2 av-c cs np1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
511 That which we doe or speake is to be judged by a rule, whether it be good or evill, not meerely by our intentions though good, That which we do or speak is to be judged by a Rule, whither it be good or evil, not merely by our intentions though good, cst r-crq pns12 vdb cc vvi vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vbb j cc j-jn, xx av-j p-acp po12 n2 cs j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
512 nor by our not intending of evill. nor by our not intending of evil. ccx p-acp po12 xx vvg pp-f j-jn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
513 We may be judged to have done or said evill, though we meant no evill in doing or in saying so. We may be judged to have done or said evil, though we meant no evil in doing or in saying so. pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vdn cc vvn j-jn, cs pns12 vvd dx j-jn p-acp vdg cc p-acp vvg av. (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
514 Words and actions well meant may sometimes justly undergoe an ill construction. They that heare should interpret every word in the most favorable sence; Words and actions well meant may sometime justly undergo an ill construction. They that hear should interpret every word in the most favourable sense; n2 cc n2 av vvn vmb av av-j vvi dt j-jn n1. pns32 cst vvi vmd vvi d n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
515 but if we speake unwarily and unsafely, or (as Moses once) unadvisedly with our lips, we may thanke our selves if we fall under reproofe for what we have spoken. but if we speak unwarily and unsafely, or (as Moses once) unadvisedly with our lips, we may thank our selves if we fallen under reproof for what we have spoken. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb av-j cc av-j, cc (c-acp np1 a-acp) av-j p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
516 Therefore begge of God to set a watch over your mouth, and to keepe the doore of your lips, let nothing passe unexamined. Therefore beg of God to Set a watch over your Mouth, and to keep the door of your lips, let nothing pass unexamined. av vvb pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, vvb pix vvi j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
517 'Tis our wisdome to read every word over and over before we speake it; It's our Wisdom to read every word over and over before we speak it; pn31|vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 a-acp cc a-acp a-acp pns12 vvb pn31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
518 Many heare ill, who have spoken well, how much more may they who speake doubtfully or dangerously. Many hear ill, who have spoken well, how much more may they who speak doubtfully or dangerously. d vvb av-jn, r-crq vhb vvn av, c-crq d dc vmb pns32 r-crq vvb av-j cc av-j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
519 We have seene the cau•• why Elihu was so angry with Job, the next verse will tell us why he was so angry with Jobs three friends. We have seen the cau•• why Elihu was so angry with Job, the next verse will tell us why he was so angry with Jobs three Friends. pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 q-crq np1 vbds av j p-acp n1, dt ord n1 vmb vvi pno12 c-crq pns31 vbds av j p-acp n2 crd n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
520 Vers. 3. Also against his three friends was his wrath kindled, because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. Vers. 3. Also against his three Friends was his wrath kindled, Because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. np1 crd av p-acp po31 crd n2 vbds po31 n1 vvn, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dx n1, cc av vhd vvn np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 90 Page 27
521 We find Elihu angry on all hands, angry with Job, and angry with his three friends; We find Elihu angry on all hands, angry with Job, and angry with his three Friends; pns12 vvb np1 j p-acp d n2, j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp po31 crd n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 27
522 some querie upon this renewing of his anger (as God did Jonah ) whether he did well to be thus angry or thus to appeare in passion, Some query upon this renewing of his anger (as God did Jonah) whither he did well to be thus angry or thus to appear in passion, d n1 p-acp d vvg pp-f po31 n1 (c-acp np1 vdd np1) cs pns31 vdd av pc-acp vbi av j cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 27
523 and breake out afresh in wrath? and whether the reasons of his anger will beare him out to have been angry with Reason; and break out afresh in wrath? and whither the Reasons of his anger will bear him out to have been angry with Reason; cc vvi av av p-acp n1? cc cs dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi pno31 av pc-acp vhi vbn j p-acp n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 27
524 anger prevailes most in those in whom reason prevailes least, and they have usually the strongest passions, who have the weakest judgements; anger prevails most in those in whom reason prevails least, and they have usually the Strongest passion, who have the Weakest Judgments; n1 vvz av-ds p-acp d p-acp ro-crq n1 vvz ds, cc pns32 vhb av-j dt js n2, r-crq vhb dt js n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 27
527 Therefore we had need looke to our passions, that they grow not strong, for they will soone proclaime us weake: Therefore we had need look to our passion, that they grow not strong, for they will soon proclaim us weak: av pns12 vhd n1 vvi p-acp po12 n2, cst pns32 vvb xx j, c-acp pns32 vmb av vvi pno12 j: (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 27
528 he is a wise man indeed, that can be at once wise and angry. ( Proverbs 19.11.) The discretion of a man deferreth his anger, he is a wise man indeed, that can be At once wise and angry. (Proverbs 19.11.) The discretion of a man deferreth his anger, pns31 vbz dt j n1 av, cst vmb vbi p-acp a-acp j cc j. (n2 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 27
529 and it is his glory to passe over a transgression; and it is his glory to pass over a Transgression; cc pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 27
530 And as there Solomon teacheth us, that discretion mastereth anger, so he assureth us, that angry persons are more then indiscreete, foolish. ( Eccles. 7.9.) Anger resteth in the bosome of fooles. And as there Solomon Teaches us, that discretion mastereth anger, so he assureth us, that angry Persons Are more then indiscreet, foolish. (Eccles. 7.9.) Anger rests in the bosom of Fools. cc c-acp pc-acp np1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vvz n1, av pns31 vvz pno12, cst j n2 vbr av-dc cs j, j. (np1 crd.) n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 28
531 Anger often assaults the prudent, but if it abides and takes up its lodging in any bosome, 'tis in the bosome of a foole, at least, in that poynt, he doth foolishly who lendeth his bosome (though but one night) for anger to lodge in. Anger often assaults the prudent, but if it abides and Takes up its lodging in any bosom, it's in the bosom of a fool, At least, in that point, he does foolishly who dares his bosom (though but one night) for anger to lodge in. n1 av vvz dt j, cc-acp cs pn31 vvz cc vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ds, p-acp d n1, pns31 vdz av-j r-crq vvz po31 n1 (cs p-acp crd n1) p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 28
532 And as at all times, so then especially we should narrowly watch and severely bridle our passions, And as At all times, so then especially we should narrowly watch and severely bridle our passion, cc c-acp p-acp d n2, av av av-j pns12 vmd av-j vvi cc av-j vvi po12 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 28
533 when (as Elihu here did) we undertake to advise those who are mistaken, or to reduce those that are out of the way; when (as Elihu Here did) we undertake to Advice those who Are mistaken, or to reduce those that Are out of the Way; c-crq (c-acp np1 av vdd) pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr vvn, cc pc-acp vvi d cst vbr av pp-f dt n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 28
534 when we give counsel to others, we should be sedate and quiet our selves. when we give counsel to Others, we should be sedate and quiet our selves. c-crq pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n2-jn, pns12 vmd vbi n1 cc vvi po12 n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 28
535 A Physician must not be angry with his patient, nor is it proper to apply medicinall healing counsel to the mind of another with an exulcerated minde. A physician must not be angry with his patient, nor is it proper to apply medicinal healing counsel to the mind of Another with an exulcerated mind. dt n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp po31 n1, ccx vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi j j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp dt vvn n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 28
536 Much might be said concerning this anger of Elihu, but I have spoken to that before in opening the former verse, Much might be said Concerning this anger of Elihu, but I have spoken to that before in opening the former verse, av-d vmd vbi vvn vvg d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d c-acp p-acp vvg dt j n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 28
537 therefore I shall not stay here upon it; but proceed to consider the reason why he was so. Therefore I shall not stay Here upon it; but proceed to Consider the reason why he was so. av pns11 vmb xx vvi av p-acp pn31; cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds av. (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 28
538 Because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. Not to find an answer may proceed; Because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. Not to find an answer may proceed; p-acp pns32 vhd vvn dx n1, cc av vhd vvn np1. xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 vmb vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 91 Page 28
539 First, From a defect of paines and industry in seeking it; First, From a defect of pains and industry in seeking it; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1 p-acp vvg pn31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 93 Page 28
540 An answer must be sought and digg'd for it must be studied and prayed for, else it will not be found. an answer must be sought and dug for it must be studied and prayed for, Else it will not be found. dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp, av pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 93 Page 28
541 Secondly, The not finding of an answer, may arise from the defect of ability, not of industry; Secondly, The not finding of an answer, may arise from the defect of ability, not of industry; ord, cs xx vvg pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx pp-f n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 28
542 many labour hard, but can make nothing of it; 'Tis probable Jobs three friends laboured much, yet found no answer; many labour hard, but can make nothing of it; It's probable Jobs three Friends laboured much, yet found no answer; d n1 av-j, cc-acp vmb vvi pix pp-f pn31; pn31|vbz j n2 crd n2 vvn av-d, av vvd dx n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 28
543 And then it was no defect of industry but of ability, they found no answer, because they could not. And then it was no defect of industry but of ability, they found no answer, Because they could not. cc cs pn31 vbds dx n1 pp-f n1 cc-acp pp-f n1, pns32 vvd dx n1, c-acp pns32 vmd xx. (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 28
544 They (as we commonly speake) did even beate their braines, and bite their nayles for an answer, They (as we commonly speak) did even beat their brains, and bite their nails for an answer, pns32 (c-acp pns12 av-j vvb) vdd av vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 28
545 but could not attaine it, they pumpt hard, but the water would not come, God hid the thing from their eyes; but could not attain it, they pumped hard, but the water would not come, God hid the thing from their eyes; cc-acp vmd xx vvi pn31, pns32 n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 vmd xx vvi, np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 28
546 so then, they had not found any answer, because after all their search they could not; so then, they had not found any answer, Because After all their search they could not; av av, pns32 vhd xx vvn d n1, c-acp p-acp d po32 n1 pns32 vmd xx; (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 28
547 nor should it seeme strange to us that they could not. nor should it seem strange to us that they could not. ccx vmd pn31 vvi j p-acp pno12 cst pns32 vmd xx. (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 28
548 At best we know but in part here, and till God by his Spirit teach us, we know nothing at all; At best we know but in part Here, and till God by his Spirit teach us, we know nothing At all; p-acp js pns12 vvb cc-acp p-acp n1 av, cc p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvb pno12, pns12 vvb pix p-acp av-d; (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 28
549 So that I say, it should not seeme strange to us, that these wise and good men could find no answer for Job, but that which follows seemes strange, So that I say, it should not seem strange to us, that these wise and good men could find no answer for Job, but that which follows seems strange, av cst pns11 vvb, pn31 vmd xx vvi j p-acp pno12, cst d j cc j n2 vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp n1, p-acp cst r-crq vvz vvz j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 28
550 even to amazement, that though they could not, yet (which, how also could they answer to their owne consciences!) had condemned Job. even to amazement, that though they could not, yet (which, how also could they answer to their own Consciences!) had condemned Job. av p-acp n1, cst cs pns32 vmd xx, av (r-crq, c-crq av vmd pns32 vvi p-acp po32 d n2!) vhd vvn np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 94 Page 29
551 What, condemne a man, and not answer him? 'tis worse then to condemne a man, and not heare him. What, condemn a man, and not answer him? it's Worse then to condemn a man, and not hear him. q-crq, vvb dt n1, cc xx vvi pno31? pn31|vbz av-jc cs pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc xx vvi pno31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 95 Page 29
552 Possibly he that is condemned unheard, may yet deserve a condemnation; But if we condemne a man unanswered, he certainly, as to us, is condemned undeservedly. Possibly he that is condemned unheard, may yet deserve a condemnation; But if we condemn a man unanswered, he Certainly, as to us, is condemned undeservedly. av-j pns31 cst vbz vvn j, vmb av vvi dt n1; cc-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 j, pns31 av-j, c-acp p-acp pno12, vbz vvn av-j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 95 Page 29
553 And therefore this course of proceeding (if any) is liable not only to suspition whether it be right, And Therefore this course of proceeding (if any) is liable not only to suspicion whither it be right, cc av d n1 pp-f vvg (cs d) vbz j xx av-j p-acp n1 cs pn31 vbb j-jn, (4) chapter (DIV2) 95 Page 29
554 but to condemnation as utterly unrighteous. but to condemnation as utterly unrighteous. cc-acp p-acp n1 c-acp av-j j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 95 Page 29
555 Though it may be a good mans case not to find an answer, yet surely a good man will not condemne when he cannot answer. But it may be demanded; Though it may be a good men case not to find an answer, yet surely a good man will not condemn when he cannot answer. But it may be demanded; cs pn31 vmb vbi dt j ng1 n1 xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, av av-j dt j n1 vmb xx vvi c-crq pns31 vmbx vvi. p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn; (4) chapter (DIV2) 95 Page 29
556 Did Jobs friends indeed find no answer before they condemned him? we have heard of their answers all along. Did Jobs Friends indeed find no answer before they condemned him? we have herd of their answers all along. vdd n2 n2 av vvb dx n1 c-acp pns32 vvd pno31? pns12 vhb vvn pp-f po32 n2 d a-acp. (4) chapter (DIV2) 96 Page 29
557 No sooner had Job ended his former speeches, but they presently answered ( Chap. 4.1.) Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said (Chap. 8, 1.) Then answered Bildad the Shuhite and said (Chap. 11.1.) Then answered Zophar the Naamathite and said; No sooner had Job ended his former Speeches, but they presently answered (Chap. 4.1.) Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said (Chap. 8, 1.) Then answered Bildad the Shuhite and said (Chap. 11.1.) Then answered Zophar the Naamathite and said; av-dx av-c vhd n1 vvd po31 j n2, cc-acp pns32 av-j vvd (np1 crd.) av np1 dt np1 vvd cc vvd (np1 crd, crd) av vvd np1 dt j-jn cc j-vvn (np1 crd.) av vvd np1 dt n1 cc vvd; (4) chapter (DIV2) 96 Page 29
558 yea they all three answered Job a second time, and two of them a Third, yea they all three answered Job a second time, and two of them a Third, uh pns32 d crd vvn np1 dt ord n1, cc crd pp-f pno32 dt ord, (4) chapter (DIV2) 96 Page 29
559 how then could Elihu justly say, they found no answer, and yet had condemned Job? For answer to this objection; how then could Elihu justly say, they found no answer, and yet had condemned Job? For answer to this objection; c-crq av vmd np1 av-j vvb, pns32 vvd dx n1, cc av vhd vvn np1? p-acp n1 p-acp d n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 96 Page 29
560 I say, They answered Job, but they did not answer sufficiently. I say, They answered Job, but they did not answer sufficiently. pns11 vvb, pns32 vvd np1, p-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi av-j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 97 Page 29
561 The vulgar latine translation puts this glosse (which is more then the rules of translation allow) into the text, rendring the originall thus; The Vulgar latin Translation puts this gloss (which is more then the rules of Translation allow) into the text, rendering the original thus; dt j jp n1 vvz d n1 (r-crq vbz av-dc cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vvi) p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n-jn av; (4) chapter (DIV2) 97 Page 29
562 Because they had found no rationall answer, and yet had condemned Job. They did not find out nor hit upon the right answer. Because they had found no rational answer, and yet had condemned Job. They did not find out nor hit upon the right answer. c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dx j n1, cc av vhd vvn np1. pns32 vdd xx vvi av ccx vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 97 Page 29
563 Improper and insufficient answers, how many soever of them we heape up against any mans argument, are no answers, they are not worthy to be called answers. Improper and insufficient answers, how many soever of them we heap up against any men argument, Are no answers, they Are not worthy to be called answers. j cc j n2, c-crq d av pp-f pno32 pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp d ng1 n1, vbr dx n2, pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 97 Page 29
564 That only is an answer which carrieth a conviction in it, which reacheth the state and strength of the question, or removeth the objection. That only is an answer which Carrieth a conviction in it, which reaches the state and strength of the question, or Removeth the objection. cst av-j vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 97 Page 29
565 In this sence Jobs three friends had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. The Hebrew is they made him wicked, or condemned him as a wicked man. In this sense Jobs three Friends had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. The Hebrew is they made him wicked, or condemned him as a wicked man. p-acp d n1 n2 crd n2 vhd vvn dx n1, cc av vhd vvn np1. dt njp vbz pns32 vvd pno31 j, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 97 Page 29
566 So the Septuagint, they had no answer for him, and yet concluded him wicked; So the septuagint, they had no answer for him, and yet concluded him wicked; np1 dt n1, pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp pno31, cc av vvd pno31 j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 29
567 we say, they had condemned Job; and the reason of it is, because to condemne a man is to leave him under a supposal of wickednesse, we say, they had condemned Job; and the reason of it is, Because to condemn a man is to leave him under a supposal of wickedness, pns12 vvb, pns32 vhd vvn np1; cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 29
568 and to stigmatize or brand him for a wicked man. and to stigmatize or brand him for a wicked man. cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 29
569 All the wicked shall at last be condemned, and none ought to be condemned, nor are any condemned justly now but the wicked; All the wicked shall At last be condemned, and none ought to be condemned, nor Are any condemned justly now but the wicked; av-d dt j vmb p-acp ord vbi vvn, cc pi vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, ccx vbr d vvn av-j av p-acp dt j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
570 He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are an abomination to the Lord, (Pro. 17.15.) There is a very elegant transposition of the words in the Hebrew; He that Justifieth the wicked, and he that Condemneth the just, even they both Are an abomination to the Lord, (Pro 17.15.) There is a very elegant transposition of the words in the Hebrew; pns31 cst vvz dt j, cc pns31 cst vvz dt j, av pns32 d vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) pc-acp vbz dt av j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt njp; (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
571 we may render the text thus; we may render the text thus; pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 av; (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
572 He that justifieth the wicked, and wickedeth the just, &c. The law of Moses gave an expresse rule against this perversion of Judgement, in termes quite crosse to those in Solomon (Deut: 25.1.) If there be any controversie between men, He that Justifieth the wicked, and wickedeth the just, etc. The law of Moses gave an express Rule against this perversion of Judgement, in terms quite cross to those in Solomon (Deuteronomy: 25.1.) If there be any controversy between men, pns31 cst vvz dt j, cc vvz dt j, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 av vvi p-acp d p-acp np1 (n1: crd.) cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
573 and they come unto Judgement, that the Judges may Judge them, then they shall justifie the righteous, and condemne the wicked. Which you may render thus; and they come unto Judgement, that the Judges may Judge them, then they shall justify the righteous, and condemn the wicked. Which you may render thus; cc pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cst dt n2 vmb vvi pno32, cs pns32 vmb vvi dt j, cc vvi dt j. r-crq pn22 vmb vvi av; (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
574 They shall justifie the just, and wickedise the wicked, that is, they shall declare the just man just, They shall justify the just, and wickedise the wicked, that is, they shall declare the just man just, pns32 vmb vvi dt j, cc n1 dt j, cst vbz, pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 j, (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
575 and the wicked man to be wicked. and the wicked man to be wicked. cc dt j n1 pc-acp vbi j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
576 That man either really is, or is accounted wicked, who is cast in his cause and condemned. That man either really is, or is accounted wicked, who is cast in his cause and condemned. cst n1 av-d av-j vbz, cc vbz vvn j, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc vvn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
577 That was a dreadfull sentence (the Scripture ( Acts 1.20.) shewes it fulfilled upon the traytor Judas) when he is judged, let him be condemned (Psal. 109.7.) we put in the margen, let him goe out guilty or wicked. That was a dreadful sentence (the Scripture (Acts 1.20.) shows it fulfilled upon the traitor Judas) when he is judged, let him be condemned (Psalm 109.7.) we put in the Margin, let him go out guilty or wicked. cst vbds dt j n1 (dt n1 (n2 crd.) vvz pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 np1) c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, vvb pno31 vbi vvn (np1 crd.) pns12 vvd p-acp dt vvi, vvb pno31 vvi av j cc j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
578 In this sence Jobs three friends when they condemned him, cast him as a wicked man, In this sense Jobs three Friends when they condemned him, cast him as a wicked man, p-acp d n1 n2 crd n2 c-crq pns32 vvd pno31, vvd pno31 p-acp dt j n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
579 though they had nothing to answer the plea which he made for his owne integrity. though they had nothing to answer the plea which he made for his own integrity. cs pns32 vhd pix pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
580 We must not conceive any such wickednesse in them, that they were resolved to condemne him right or wrong, We must not conceive any such wickedness in them, that they were resolved to condemn him right or wrong, pns12 vmb xx vvi d d n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 av-jn cc n-jn, (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
581 yet they held their conclusion against the light and reason of all his premises, and though they could prove no ill against him, yet they held their conclusion against the Light and reason of all his premises, and though they could prove no ill against him, av pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po31 n2, cc cs pns32 vmd vvi dx j-jn p-acp pno31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
582 yet vehemently suspecting him, they concluded he was an ill man, and so condemned him. Hence note first. yet vehemently suspecting him, they concluded he was an ill man, and so condemned him. Hence note First. av av-j vvg pno31, pns32 vvd pns31 vbds dt j-jn n1, cc av vvd pno31. av vvi ord. (4) chapter (DIV2) 98 Page 30
583 Some will proceed to condemne both persons and opinions, though they can give no reasonable account why they condemne either. some will proceed to condemn both Persons and opinions, though they can give no reasonable account why they condemn either. d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2, cs pns32 vmb vvi dx j n1 c-crq pns32 vvb d. (4) chapter (DIV2) 99 Page 30
584 We read ( Isa. 56.10.) of dumbe doggs, that cannot barke; that is, who know not what to speake o• say to purpose. We read (Isaiah 56.10.) of dumb Dogs, that cannot bark; that is, who know not what to speak o• say to purpose. pns12 vvb (np1 crd.) pp-f j n2, cst vmbx vvi; cst vbz, r-crq vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi n1 vvi p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 30
585 There are many who (in this sence) cannot barke, yet they will bite; and when they have no answer, they will condemne; There Are many who (in this sense) cannot bark, yet they will bite; and when they have no answer, they will condemn; pc-acp vbr d r-crq (p-acp d n1) vmbx vvi, av pns32 vmb vvi; cc c-crq pns32 vhb dx n1, pns32 vmb vvi; (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 30
586 and usually dumbe do•gs that cannot barke have the sharpest teeth, and are best at biting, and usually dumb do•gs that cannot bark have the Sharpest teeth, and Are best At biting, cc av-j j n2 cst vmbx vvi vhb dt js n2, cc vbr js p-acp vvg, (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 30
587 or they are better at condemning then at answering. As some finde an answer where there is none; or they Are better At condemning then At answering. As Some find an answer where there is none; cc pns32 vbr jc p-acp vvg av p-acp vvg. p-acp d vvb dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz pix; (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 30
588 that is, when such reasons are layd before them as are unanswerable, yet they will not give over answering, that is, when such Reasons Are laid before them as Are unanswerable, yet they will not give over answering, d vbz, c-crq d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 c-acp vbr j, av pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp vvg, (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 30
589 but still seek a knott in a rush, and draw the saw of contention a•well without end as without cause; but still seek a knot in a rush, and draw the saw of contention a•well without end as without cause; cc-acp av vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 31
590 so others cannot find an answer where it is; so Others cannot find an answer where it is; av n2-jn vmbx vvi dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz; (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 31
591 yet when they cannot answer, they can censure and condemne him for wicked or perverse, whom they cannot prove so. yet when they cannot answer, they can censure and condemn him for wicked or perverse, whom they cannot prove so. av c-crq pns32 vmbx vvi, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp j cc j, ro-crq pns32 vmbx vvi av. (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 31
592 'Tis much easier to say a man is faulty, then to find •••ault; It's much Easier to say a man is faulty, then to find •••ault; pn31|vbz av-d jc pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz j, av pc-acp vvi n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 31
593 yet they who have a mind to find faults, are seldome to seeke for somewhat or other which they call so. Note secondly. yet they who have a mind to find Faults, Are seldom to seek for somewhat or other which they call so. Note secondly. av pns32 r-crq vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, vbr av pc-acp vvi p-acp av cc n-jn r-crq pns32 vvb av. n1 ord. (4) chapter (DIV2) 100 Page 31
594 To condemne opinions or persons when we cannot answer them, is a practise justly condemnable. To condemn opinions or Persons when we cannot answer them, is a practice justly condemnable. p-acp vvi n2 cc n2 c-crq pns12 vmbx vvi pno32, vbz dt n1 av-j j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 101 Page 31
595 'Tis unjust (as was intimated before) to condemne a man before he is heard. It's unjust (as was intimated before) to condemn a man before he is herd. pn31|vbz j (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz vvn. (4) chapter (DIV2) 102 Page 31
596 For though possibly a man unheard may have justice when he is condemned, yet all agree 'tis injustice to condemne him when he is not heard; For though possibly a man unheard may have Justice when he is condemned, yet all agree it's injustice to condemn him when he is not herd; p-acp cs av-j dt n1 j vmb vhi n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, av av-d vvi pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz xx vvn; (4) chapter (DIV2) 102 Page 31
597 Now if it be injustice to condemne a wicked man before he is heard, how unjust is it to condemne a man in whom we can find no wickednesse after we have heard him. Now if it be injustice to condemn a wicked man before he is herd, how unjust is it to condemn a man in whom we can find no wickedness After we have herd him. av cs pn31 vbb n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vbz vvn, c-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmb vvi dx n1 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pno31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 102 Page 31
598 Thirdly, From the manner of the phrase here used, Note. To condemne a man is to render him wicked. Thirdly, From the manner of the phrase Here used, Note. To condemn a man is to render him wicked. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn, n1. p-acp vvi dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 103 Page 31
599 Condemnation (as was shewed) is due only to the wicked, and if an innocent be condemned, he is reputed wicked, and receives punishment as guilty. Condemnation (as was showed) is due only to the wicked, and if an innocent be condemned, he is reputed wicked, and receives punishment as guilty. n1 (c-acp vbds vvn) vbz j-jn av-j p-acp dt j, cc cs dt j-jn vbi vvn, pns31 vbz vvn j, cc vvz n1 p-acp j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 31
600 As that sentence of condemnation which proceeds out of the mouth of God against impenitent sinners and evill doers, bindes the guilt of their evill deeds upon them, As that sentence of condemnation which proceeds out of the Mouth of God against impenitent Sinners and evil doers, binds the guilt of their evil Deeds upon them, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2 cc j-jn n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n2 p-acp pno32, (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 31
601 and delivers them up to punishment; so he that condemnes his brother, fastneth guilt upon him, and speakes him deserving punishment; and delivers them up to punishment; so he that condemns his brother, fasteneth guilt upon him, and speaks him deserving punishment; cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp n1; av pns31 cst vvz po31 n1, vvz n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvz pno31 j-vvg n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 31
602 for as where guilt is, punishment followeth, so a fault is conceived to goe before. for as where guilt is, punishment follows, so a fault is conceived to go before. c-acp c-acp c-crq n1 vbz, n1 vvz, av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp. (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 31
603 There are these three things in sin, the fault, the guilt, and the blot, or pollution of it; There Are these three things in since, the fault, the guilt, and the blot, or pollution of it; pc-acp vbr d crd n2 p-acp n1, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31; (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 31
604 he that fastneth guilt by condemnation, fastneth the fault and blot much more; he that fasteneth guilt by condemnation, fasteneth the fault and blot much more; pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp n1, vvz dt n1 cc n1 av-d av-dc; (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 31
605 how sad is it then to be deservedly under condemnation? And how great is the priviledge of beleevers, to whom (though in themselves they deserve it) there is no condemnation! (Rom 8.1.) They who in this life are past condemnation, are also passed from death to life. how sad is it then to be deservedly under condemnation? And how great is the privilege of believers, to whom (though in themselves they deserve it) there is no condemnation! (Rom 8.1.) They who in this life Are passed condemnation, Are also passed from death to life. c-crq j vbz pn31 av pc-acp vbi av-vvn p-acp n1? cc c-crq j vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq (cs p-acp px32 pns32 vvi pn31) pc-acp vbz dx n1! (np1 crd.) pns32 r-crq p-acp d n1 vbr p-acp n1, vbr av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 31
606 Many are condemned who are good in the sight of God; but all condemnation makes a man evill, yea wicked in the sight of the world. Many Are condemned who Are good in the sighed of God; but all condemnation makes a man evil, yea wicked in the sighed of the world. av-d vbr vvn r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc-acp d n1 vvz dt n1 j-jn, uh j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 31
607 And •••ause every sentence of condemnation renders a man wicked in the eyes of worldly men, And •••ause every sentence of condemnation renders a man wicked in the eyes of worldly men, cc vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
608 therefore righteous Magistrates will not condemne hastily; Therefore righteous Magistrates will not condemn hastily; av j n2 vmb xx vvi av-j; (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
609 They will not judge (as Christ did not, Isa. 11.3.) after the sight of their eyes, They will not judge (as christ did not, Isaiah 11.3.) After the sighed of their eyes, pns32 vmb xx vvi (c-acp np1 vdd xx, np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
610 nor reprove after the he•••• of their eares; nor reprove After the he•••• of their ears; ccx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
611 To judge by the sight of the eye, is to Judge according to the first appearance of things, To judge by the sighed of the eye, is to Judge according to the First appearance of things, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n2, (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
612 before inquisition hath been made, and to reprove by the hearing of the eare, is to reprove acco•ding to the first report which is made, without examination. before inquisition hath been made, and to reprove by the hearing of the ear, is to reprove acco•ding to the First report which is made, without examination. p-acp n1 vhz vbn vvn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt ord n1 r-crq vbz vvn, p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
613 We must not judge thus, because we must judge in righteousnesse, which cannot be, if we judge thus. We must not judge thus, Because we must judge in righteousness, which cannot be, if we judge thus. pns12 vmb xx vvi av, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1, r-crq vmbx vbi, cs pns12 vvb av. (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
614 How deliberate, how tender should we be in condemning any man, seeing condemnation doth not only impose a punishment upon, How deliberate, how tender should we be in condemning any man, seeing condemnation does not only impose a punishment upon, q-crq j, c-crq j vmd pns12 vbi p-acp vvg d n1, vvg n1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp, (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
615 but suppose a crime, a wickednesse, a fault in him. but suppose a crime, a wickedness, a fault in him. cc-acp vvb dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 p-acp pno31. (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
616 It is grievous enough to beare punishment, but to beare the burden of a crime or fault, is in reality much more grievous. It is grievous enough to bear punishment, but to bear the burden of a crime or fault, is in reality much more grievous. pn31 vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, vbz p-acp n1 av-d av-dc j. (4) chapter (DIV2) 104 Page 32
617 But seeing Elihu declares his anger against Jobs three friends, because they condemned Job, and had found no answer. But seeing Elihu declares his anger against Jobs three Friends, Because they condemned Job, and had found no answer. p-acp vvg np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2 crd n2, c-acp pns32 vvd np1, cc vhd vvn dx n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
618 Some will say, did not Elihu condemne Job so too? No, he condemned him indeed, some will say, did not Elihu condemn Job so too? No, he condemned him indeed, d vmb vvi, vdd xx np1 vvb np1 av av? uh-dx, pns31 vvd pno31 av, (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
619 but he first found an answer. but he First found an answer. cc-acp pns31 ord vvd dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
620 Againe, Elihu condemned Job, but not as his friends condemned him, his friends condemned him as to his state, judging him unsound at heart; Again, Elihu condemned Job, but not as his Friends condemned him, his Friends condemned him as to his state, judging him unsound At heart; av, np1 vvn np1, cc-acp xx c-acp po31 n2 vvd pno31, po31 n2 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1, vvg pno31 j-u p-acp n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
621 But Elihu condemned him only as to this or that particular act or speech; But Elihu condemned him only as to this or that particular act or speech; cc-acp np1 vvd pno31 av-j a-acp p-acp d cc d j n1 cc n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
622 He condemned him, First, because he spake so largely in the justification of himselfe ( Chap: 33.8, 9, 10, 11.) Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, He condemned him, First, Because he spoke so largely in the justification of himself (Chap: 33.8, 9, 10, 11.) Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, pns31 vvd pno31, ord, c-acp pns31 vvd av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31 (n1: crd, crd, crd, crd) av-j pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n-vvg, (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
623 and I have heard the voice of thy words, saying, I am clean without transgression; I am innocent, neither is there iniquity in me. and I have herd the voice of thy words, saying, I am clean without Transgression; I am innocent, neither is there iniquity in me. cc pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvg, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1; pns11 vbm j-jn, av-dx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp pno11. (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
624 (And Chap. 34.5, 6.) For Job hath said, I am righteous, and God hath taken away my judgement; (And Chap. 34.5, 6.) For Job hath said, I am righteous, and God hath taken away my judgement; (cc np1 crd, crd) p-acp np1 vhz vvn, pns11 vbm j, cc np1 vhz vvn av po11 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
625 should I lye against my right, my wound is incurable without transgression. should I lie against my right, my wound is incurable without Transgression. vmd pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n-jn, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
626 Secondly, he condemned him for complying with the wicked, not that he thought Job acted like them, Secondly, he condemned him for complying with the wicked, not that he Thought Job acted like them, ord, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j, xx cst pns31 vvd np1 vvn av-j pno32, (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
627 but because being a godly man, he in his sufferings spake sometimes and behaved himselfe like them ( Chap. 34.8.) Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men. but Because being a godly man, he in his sufferings spoke sometime and behaved himself like them (Chap. 34.8.) Which Goes in company with the workers of iniquity, and walks with wicked men. cc-acp p-acp vbg dt j n1, pns31 p-acp po31 n2 vvd av cc vvd px31 vvi pno32 (np1 crd.) r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
628 Further, he charged him with stubbornnesse against God ( Chap. 34.37.) For he addeth rebellion unto his sin; Further, he charged him with stubbornness against God (Chap. 34.37.) For he adds rebellion unto his since; jc, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) c-acp pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
629 and (which sounds strangely) with an easinesse towards evill men ( Chap: 36.17.) Thou hast fulfilled the judgement of the wicked, judgement and justice take hold on thee. and (which sounds strangely) with an easiness towards evil men (Chap: 36.17.) Thou hast fulfilled the judgement of the wicked, judgement and Justice take hold on thee. cc (r-crq vvz av-j) p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2 (n1: crd.) pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j, n1 cc n1 vvb vvi p-acp pno21. (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 32
630 Thus Elihu condemned Job many wayes, but he condemned him not, without finding an answer. Thus Elihu condemned Job many ways, but he condemned him not, without finding an answer. av np1 vvn np1 d n2, cc-acp pns31 vvd pno31 xx, p-acp vvg dt n1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 105 Page 33
631 Yea, I may say, Elihu is he, who in this great controversie and difficulty, hath found an answer, Yea, I may say, Elihu is he, who in this great controversy and difficulty, hath found an answer, uh, pns11 vmb vvi, np1 vbz pns31, r-crq p-acp d j n1 cc n1, vhz vvn dt n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 106 Page 33
632 and yet hath not condemned Job, that is, he hath not condemned him as his three friends had condemned him: and yet hath not condemned Job, that is, he hath not condemned him as his three Friends had condemned him: cc av vhz xx vvn np1, cst vbz, pns31 vhz xx vvn pno31 p-acp po31 crd n2 vhd vvn pno31: (4) chapter (DIV2) 106 Page 33
633 He condemned not Job as one perverse and crooked in his wayes, he condemned him not as one that feared not God and eschewed not evill, He condemned him not as an hypocrite, rotten at heart and unsound in his estate; He condemned not Job as one perverse and crooked in his ways, he condemned him not as one that feared not God and Eschewed not evil, He condemned him not as an hypocrite, rotten At heart and unsound in his estate; pns31 vvd xx np1 p-acp crd j cc j p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvd pno31 xx c-acp pi cst vvd xx np1 cc vvd xx j-jn, pns31 vvd pno31 xx c-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp n1 cc j p-acp po31 n1; (4) chapter (DIV2) 106 Page 33
634 Thus Elihu found an answer for Job, but condemned him not, no not while his wrath was kindled against him, Thus Elihu found an answer for Job, but condemned him not, no not while his wrath was kindled against him, av np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvd pno31 xx, uh-dx xx cs po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, (4) chapter (DIV2) 106 Page 33
635 because he justified himselfe rather then God. Because he justified himself rather then God. c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av np1. (4) chapter (DIV2) 106 Page 33
636 And the processe of this booke will shew, that though Elihu (in the sence spoken of) condemned not Job, yet he found an unanswerable answer, such an answer, And the process of this book will show, that though Elihu (in the sense spoken of) condemned not Job, yet he found an unanswerable answer, such an answer, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi, cst cs np1 (p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f) vvd xx np1, av pns31 vvd dt j n1, d dt n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 107 Page 33
637 as to which Job neither could nor would make any reply; and that is the speciall businesse we have to looke at in prosecuting his discourse, as to which Job neither could nor would make any reply; and that is the special business we have to look At in prosecuting his discourse, c-acp p-acp r-crq np1 av-dx vmd ccx vmd vvi d n1; cc d vbz dt j n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp vvg po31 n1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 107 Page 33
638 even to finde out the answer which he found; even to find out the answer which he found; av pc-acp vvi av dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd; (4) chapter (DIV2) 107 Page 33
639 for that will be as the key of the worke, to open the whole matter to us, for that will be as the key of the work, to open the Whole matter to us, p-acp d vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, (4) chapter (DIV2) 107 Page 33
640 and to shew us wherein Job had either fayled or exceeded, either in bearing the crosses layd upon him by God, and to show us wherein Job had either failed or exceeded, either in bearing the Crosses laid upon him by God, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq np1 vhd d vvd cc vvd, av-d p-acp vvg dt n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, (4) chapter (DIV2) 107 Page 33
641 or in managing this controversie with his friends. or in managing this controversy with his Friends. cc p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp po31 n2. (4) chapter (DIV2) 107 Page 33
642 JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 4, 5, 6, 7. Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken: JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 4, 5, 6, 7. Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken: n1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd av np1 vhd vvn p-acp np1 vhd vvn: (5) chapter (DIV2) 107 Page 34
643 because they were elder then he. When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the mouth of these three men, then his wrath was kindled. Because they were elder then he. When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the Mouth of these three men, then his wrath was kindled. c-acp pns32 vbdr jc cs pns31. c-crq np1 vvd cst pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, cs po31 n1 vbds vvn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 108 Page 34
644 And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I am young, and ye are very old, And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I am young, and you Are very old, cc np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 dt np1 vvd cc vvd, pns11 vbm j, cc pn22 vbr av j, (5) chapter (DIV2) 110 Page 34
645 wherefore I was afraid, and durst not shew you mine opinion. I said Dayes should speak, and multitude of yeares should teach wisdome. Wherefore I was afraid, and durst not show you mine opinion. I said Days should speak, and multitude of Years should teach Wisdom. c-crq pns11 vbds j, cc vvd xx vvi pn22 po11 n1. pns11 vvd n2 vmd vvi, cc n1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 110 Page 34
646 THis context assignes the reason, First, why Elihu forbare so long to speake, namely, because he was young, that reason you have in the 4th verse, THis context assigns the reason, First, why Elihu forbore so long to speak, namely, Because he was young, that reason you have in the 4th verse, d n1 vvz dt n1, ord, q-crq np1 vvd av av-j pc-acp vvi, av, c-acp pns31 vbds j, cst n1 pn22 vhb p-acp dt ord n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 112 Page 34
647 as also in the 6th and 7th. as also in the 6th and 7th. c-acp av p-acp dt ord cc ord. (5) chapter (DIV2) 112 Page 34
648 Secondly, why he began at last to speake, namely, because his elders, those grave ancient men would or could speake no more. Secondly, why he began At last to speak, namely, Because his Elders, those grave ancient men would or could speak no more. ord, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp ord pc-acp vvi, av, c-acp po31 n2-jn, d j j n2 vmd cc vmd vvi av-dx av-dc. (5) chapter (DIV2) 112 Page 34
668 As God waiteth to bestow acts of grace on man, so man should waite to performe offices of love and respect to man, As God waits to bestow acts of grace on man, so man should wait to perform Offices of love and respect to man, p-acp np1 vvz pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, av n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 115 Page 35
649 This he layes downe in the 5th verse, When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the mouth of these three men, then &c. Vers. 4. Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken. This he lays down in the 5th verse, When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the Mouth of these three men, then etc. Vers. 4. Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken. d pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq np1 vvd cst pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, cs av np1 crd av np1 vhd vvn p-acp np1 vhd vvn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 112 Page 34
650 The Hebrew is, He expected Job in words; Job was long in words, or he spake long in many words; The Hebrew is, He expected Job in words; Job was long in words, or he spoke long in many words; dt njp vbz, pns31 vvd np1 p-acp n2; n1 vbds av-j p-acp n2, cc pns31 vvd av-j p-acp d n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 34
651 and all that while Elihu waited, he kept silent; and all that while Elihu waited, he kept silent; cc d cst cs np1 vvd, pns31 vvd j; (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 34
652 but when Job had spoken out, and Elihu had stayd some time after, to see whether either himselfe, but when Job had spoken out, and Elihu had stayed Some time After, to see whither either himself, cc-acp c-crq np1 vhd vvn av, cc np1 vhd vvn d n1 a-acp, pc-acp vvi c-crq av-d px31, (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 34
653 or his friends would speak againe, then he began. Mr. Broughton translates, yet Elihu waited to speak with Job. or his Friends would speak again, then he began. Mr. Broughton translates, yet Elihu waited to speak with Job. cc po31 n2 vmd vvi av, cs pns31 vvd. n1 np1 vvz, av np1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 34
654 The word notes the most patient expectation, a waiting with much long-sufferance, a waiting also in much confidence, The word notes the most patient expectation, a waiting with much long-sufferance, a waiting also in much confidence, dt n1 vvz dt av-ds j n1, dt j-vvg p-acp d n1, dt j-vvg av p-acp d n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 34
655 as reserving our selves till better times, or for a more favourable dispensation. as reserving our selves till better times, or for a more favourable Dispensation. c-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp jc n2, cc p-acp dt av-dc j n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 34
656 So the word is used ( Dan. 12.12.) Blessed is he that waiteth, and cometh to the thousand three hundred, and five and thirty dayes; So the word is used (Dan. 12.12.) Blessed is he that waits, and comes to the thousand three hundred, and five and thirty days; np1 dt n1 vbz vvd (np1 crd.) vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz, cc vvz p-acp dt crd crd crd, cc crd cc crd n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 34
657 that is, Blessed is he that waiteth out those dayes of the Prophecy there specified; that is, Blessed is he that waits out those days of the Prophecy there specified; cst vbz, j-vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz av d n2 pp-f dt n1 a-acp vvn; (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 34
658 he hath a stretched out patience, that waiteth to the very last day, and to the last of that day. he hath a stretched out patience, that waits to the very last day, and to the last of that day. pns31 vhz dt j-vvn av n1, cst vvz p-acp dt j ord n1, cc p-acp dt ord pp-f d n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 35
659 The word is used againe ( Habak. 2.3.) If the vision (that is, the mercy or deliverance revealed and promised) tarry, waite for it; The word is used again (Habak. 2.3.) If the vision (that is, the mercy or deliverance revealed and promised) tarry, wait for it; dt n1 vbz vvn av (vvb. crd.) cs dt n1 (cst vbz, dt n1 cc n1 vvn cc vvn) vvb, vvb p-acp pn31; (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 35
660 that is, if it tarry beyond the time supposed by man (it never tarries beyond the time appointed by God) waite patiently for it, that is, for the accomplishment of it; that is, if it tarry beyond the time supposed by man (it never tarries beyond the time appointed by God) wait patiently for it, that is, for the accomplishment of it; cst vbz, cs pn31 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 (pn31 av-x vvz p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1) vvi av-j p-acp pn31, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 35
661 yea the word implyeth a waiting, as it were, with open mouth, or gaping to receive that good which is assured by prophecy or in the promise. yea the word Implies a waiting, as it were, with open Mouth, or gaping to receive that good which is assured by prophecy or in the promise. uh dt n1 vvz dt j-vvg, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp j n1, cc vvg pc-acp vvi d j r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 35
662 Such an expectation is here ascribed to Elihu, he waited for the issue of that great and long debate between Job and his three friends, Such an expectation is Here ascribed to Elihu, he waited for the issue of that great and long debate between Job and his three Friends, d dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc po31 crd n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 35
663 or he gaped for such a solid answer as might satisfie him, and determine the Question under debate; or he gaped for such a solid answer as might satisfy him, and determine the Question under debate; cc pns31 vvd p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp vmd vvi pno31, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 35
664 Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken. Hence note. First. As it is alwayes our duty to waite on God, so sometimes on men. Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken. Hence note. First. As it is always our duty to wait on God, so sometime on men. av np1 vhd vvn p-acp np1 vhd vvn. av vvi. ord. p-acp pn31 vbz av po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, av av p-acp n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 113 Page 35
665 We should waite, First, to see what men will doe for us; we should waite, Secondly, to heare what men have to say to us; We should wait, First, to see what men will do for us; we should wait, Secondly, to hear what men have to say to us; pns12 vmd vvi, ord, pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 vmb vdi p-acp pno12; pns12 vmd vvi, ord, pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12; (5) chapter (DIV2) 115 Page 35
666 we should waite for counsell, for comfort, for instruction• for conviction. We should waite, Thirdly, to performe duty, and to doe good to men. we should wait for counsel, for Comfort, for instruction• for conviction. We should wait, Thirdly, to perform duty, and to do good to men. pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1. pns12 vmd vvi, ord, pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vdi j p-acp n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 115 Page 35
667 Thus God is pleased to waite upon (his creature) man, ( Isa. 30.18.) Therefore will I waite to be gracious; Thus God is pleased to wait upon (his creature) man, (Isaiah 30.18.) Therefore will I wait to be gracious; av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp (po31 n1) n1, (np1 crd.) av vmb pns11 vvi pc-acp vbi j; (5) chapter (DIV2) 115 Page 35
689 But the speciall reason of it follows in the text. Because they were elder then he; But the special reason of it follows in the text. Because they were elder then he; cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1. c-acp pns32 vbdr jc cs pns31; (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
669 or to give him advice, helpe and assistance, as his case and needs require. Secondly, Consider Elihu who had waited long as a hearer, was afterwards a great speaker. Hence note. or to give him Advice, help and assistance, as his case and needs require. Secondly, Consider Elihu who had waited long as a hearer, was afterwards a great speaker. Hence note. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 n1, n1 cc n1, c-acp po31 n1 cc av vvb. ord, vvb np1 r-crq vhd vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, vbds av dt j n1. av vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 115 Page 35
670 They that will speak to any mans case rightly, must first heare him patiently. They must be hearers, who would be learners; They that will speak to any men case rightly, must First hear him patiently. They must be hearers, who would be learners; pns32 cst vmb vvi p-acp d ng1 n1 av-jn, vmb ord vvi pno31 av-j. pns32 vmb vbi n2, r-crq vmd vbi n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 117 Page 35
671 Paul sate at the feete of Gamaliel, there he waited as a learner; Paul sat At the feet of Gamaliel, there he waited as a learner; np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, a-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 118 Page 35
672 And if they must waite as hearers, who would be learners, how much more ought they, who would be reachers, reprovers, or reformers? And if they must wait as hearers, who would be learners, how much more ought they, who would be reachers, reprovers, or reformers? cc cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n2, r-crq vmd vbi n2, c-crq d dc vmd pns32, r-crq vmd vbi n2, n2, cc n2? (5) chapter (DIV2) 118 Page 35
673 Thirdly, Elihu waited that he might speake opportunely, or in time, Hence note. Due times and seasons of speaking must be observed and taken. Thirdly, Elihu waited that he might speak opportunely, or in time, Hence note. Due times and seasons of speaking must be observed and taken. ord, np1 vvd cst pns31 vmd vvi av-j, cc p-acp n1, av vvi. j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n-vvg vmb vbi vvn cc vvn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 119 Page 35
674 ( Ecclesiastes 3.7.) There is a time to speak, and a time to keep silence. (Ecclesiastes 3.7.) There is a time to speak, and a time to keep silence. (vvz crd.) pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
675 The providences of God po•nt wise men to both. And usually times of silence fit us for times of speaking; The providences of God po•nt wise men to both. And usually times of silence fit us for times of speaking; dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd j n2 p-acp d. cc av-j n2 pp-f n1 vvb pno12 p-acp n2 pp-f vvg; (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
676 Every thing is beautifull in its season; Every thing is beautiful in its season; d n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
677 words spoken in their season, are not only more effectuall, but more beautifull, they are like apples of gold in pictures of silver. words spoken in their season, Are not only more effectual, but more beautiful, they Are like Apples of gold in pictures of silver. n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1, vbr xx av-j av-dc j, cc-acp av-dc j, pns32 vbr av-j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
678 And therefore as the wise man gives us caution, ( Eccles. 5.2.) Not to be rash with our mouths to utter any thing before God; And Therefore as the wise man gives us caution, (Eccles. 5.2.) Not to be rash with our mouths to utter any thing before God; cc av c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno12 n1, (np1 crd.) xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
679 So we should not be rash with our mouths to utter any thing before men, So we should not be rash with our mouths to utter any thing before men, av pns12 vmd xx vbi j p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
680 but well to consider what we have to say, and waite our time to say it. but well to Consider what we have to say, and wait our time to say it. cc-acp av pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi, cc vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
681 The Apostle James. (Chap. 1.19.) would have us swift to heare, slow to speak; The Apostle James. (Chap. 1.19.) would have us swift to hear, slow to speak; dt n1 np1. (np1 crd.) vmd vhi pno12 j pc-acp vvi, j pc-acp vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
682 and probably, the slower we are to speak, the surer we speake; Hasty speaking hath given men more dangerous stumbles and falls, then ever hasty going did. and probably, the slower we Are to speak, the Surer we speak; Hasty speaking hath given men more dangerous stumbles and falls, then ever hasty going did. cc av-j, dt jc pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, dt jc pns12 vvi; j n-vvg vhz vvn n2 av-dc j vvz cc vvz, av av j vvg vdd. (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
683 The Prophet represents our Lord Jesus Christ thus be speaking his Father as to his preparation and furniture for the exercise of his Propheticall, The Prophet represents our Lord jesus christ thus be speaking his Father as to his preparation and furniture for the exercise of his Prophetical, dt n1 vvz po12 n1 np1 np1 av vbi vvg po31 n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j, (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
684 yea of his whole Mediatoriall office ( Isa. 50.4.) Thou hast given me the tongue of the learned that I might know how to speake a word in season. yea of his Whole Mediatorial office (Isaiah 50.4.) Thou hast given me the tongue of the learned that I might know how to speak a word in season. uh pp-f po31 j-jn j n1 (np1 crd.) pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 dt n1 pp-f dt j cst pns11 vmd vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
685 As there is much wisdome in hitting the matter what to speak, and the manner of speaking, As there is much Wisdom in hitting the matter what to speak, and the manner of speaking, p-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 r-crq pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg, (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
686 how to cloath and dresse the matter of our speech; so there is much wisdome in hitting the time and season when to speake. how to cloth and dress the matter of our speech; so there is much Wisdom in hitting the time and season when to speak. c-crq p-acp n1 cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; av a-acp vbz d n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
687 And as to time a thing well in acting, so to time it well in speaking, is the better halfe of it. And as to time a thing well in acting, so to time it well in speaking, is the better half of it. cc c-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 av p-acp vvg, av p-acp n1 pn31 av p-acp vvg, vbz dt jc n-jn pp-f pn31. (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
688 Elihu waited till Job had spoken. What I have now touched, may be one reason of his waiting; Elihu waited till Job had spoken. What I have now touched, may be one reason of his waiting; np1 vvd p-acp np1 vhd vvn. q-crq pns11 vhb av vvn, vmb vbi crd n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg; (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
771 Reason is a good plea for passion; Reason is a good plea for passion; n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 134 Page 40
690 and good reason that he should waite upon his elders. The Hebrew is, They were elder for dayes; and good reason that he should wait upon his Elders. The Hebrew is, They were elder for days; cc j n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2-jn. dt njp vbz, pns32 vbdr jc p-acp n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 121 Page 36
691 they were not only old men for dayes, but elder for dayes then he; they were not only old men for days, but elder for days then he; pns32 vbdr xx av-j j n2 p-acp n2, cc-acp av-j c-acp n2 cs pns31; (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 36
692 The word, strictly taken, imports a man more then old, even one that is worne with age. The word, strictly taken, imports a man more then old, even one that is worn with age. dt n1, av-j vvn, vvz dt n1 av-dc cs j, av pi cst vbz vvn p-acp n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 36
693 Further, it denotes a two-fold eldership; First, an eldership in time, dayes or yeares. Secondly, an eldership in wisdome, and understanding. Further, it denotes a twofold eldership; First, an eldership in time, days or Years. Secondly, an eldership in Wisdom, and understanding. av-jc, pn31 vvz dt n1 n1; ord, dt n1 p-acp n1, n2 cc n2. ord, dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 36
694 They are our elders indeed, who are wiser then we; eldership in time deserves respect, but eldership in wisdome commands it. They Are our Elders indeed, who Are Wiser then we; eldership in time deserves respect, but eldership in Wisdom commands it. pns32 vbr po12 n2-jn av, r-crq vbr jc cs pns12; n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1, cc-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvz pn31. (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 36
695 And as such are exprest by this word in the Hebrew, so both the Grecians and Romans expresse their wise men by a word of the same force; And as such Are expressed by this word in the Hebrew, so both the Greeks and Romans express their wise men by a word of the same force; cc p-acp d vbr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt njp, av av-d dt njp2 cc np1 vvi po32 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
696 Senators were elders, not alwayes in time (there was no Law much lesse necessity that every Senator should be an old man) but in understanding: Senators were Elders, not always in time (there was no Law much less necessity that every Senator should be an old man) but in understanding: n2 vbdr n2-jn, xx av p-acp n1 (pc-acp vbds dx n1 av-d dc n1 cst d n1 vmd vbi dt j n1) cc-acp p-acp n1: (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
697 every Senator ought to be a wise man, though not an old man. They who are to governe others wisely, had need be furnished with wisdome themselves. every Senator ought to be a wise man, though not an old man. They who Are to govern Others wisely, had need be furnished with Wisdom themselves. d n1 vmd pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cs xx dt j n1. pns32 r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi n2-jn av-j, vhd n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1 px32. (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
698 Gray haires alone cannot make a good Magistrate. Gray hairs alone cannot make a good Magistrate. np1 n2 av-j vmbx vvi dt j n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
699 We read the word applyed both to Church-Elders called ( Isa. 37.2.) The Elders of the Priests, and to State-Elders, called Elders of the people ( Exod. 17.5.) or of the Land ( Gen. 50.7.) The Elders of the Land of Egypt went with them. We read the word applied both to Church-Elders called (Isaiah 37.2.) The Elders of the Priests, and to State-Elders, called Elders of the people (Exod 17.5.) or of the Land (Gen. 50.7.) The Elders of the Land of Egypt went with them. pns12 vvb dt n1 vvd d p-acp j vvd (np1 crd.) dt n2-jn pp-f dt n2, cc p-acp j, vvd n2-jn pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd.) cc pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd.) dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32. (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
700 'Tis said ( Psal. 105.21, 22.) Pharoah made Joseph Lord of his house, and ruler of all his substance, to binde his Princes at his pleasure, & teach his Senators wisdome. It's said (Psalm 105.21, 22.) Pharaoh made Joseph Lord of his house, and ruler of all his substance, to bind his Princes At his pleasure, & teach his Senators Wisdom. pn31|vbz vvn (np1 crd, crd) np1 vvd np1 n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f d po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 ng1 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
701 Young Joseph made Pharaohs wise men wiser, and gave counsel to his counsellers. Young Joseph made Pharaohs wise men Wiser, and gave counsel to his Counsellers. j np1 vvd np1 j n2 jc, cc vvd n1 p-acp po31 n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
702 Here Elihu calls Jobs friends Elders, and we may take him either speaking strictly, that they were his Elders in time, Here Elihu calls Jobs Friends Elders, and we may take him either speaking strictly, that they were his Elders in time, av np1 vvz n2 n2 n2-jn, cc pns12 vmb vvi pno31 d vvg av-j, cst pns32 vbdr po31 n2-jn p-acp n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
703 or speaking modestly, that they were his Elders in wisdome, knowledge, and understanding, and therefore he was not hasty to speake, or speaking modestly, that they were his Elders in Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding, and Therefore he was not hasty to speak, cc vvg av-j, cst pns32 vbdr po31 n2-jn p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, cc av pns31 vbds xx j pc-acp vvi, (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
704 but gave them their scope, waiting till Job had spoken, Because they were elder then he. Hence note, First in General. but gave them their scope, waiting till Job had spoken, Because they were elder then he. Hence note, First in General. cc-acp vvd pno32 po32 n1, vvg p-acp n1 vhd vvn, c-acp pns32 vbdr jc cs pns31. av vvi, ord p-acp n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 122 Page 37
705 Young men should shew respect and waite upon their Elders. Young men should show respect and wait upon their Elders. j n2 vmd vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp po32 n2-jn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 123 Page 37
706 The Apostle would not have Timothy slighted, though young, (1 Tim. 4.12.) Let no man despise thy youth; The Apostle would not have Timothy slighted, though young, (1 Tim. 4.12.) Let no man despise thy youth; dt n1 vmd xx vhi np1 vvn, cs j, (crd np1 crd.) vvb dx n1 vvi po21 n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
707 He chargeth the people not to despise Timothy because young; He charges the people not to despise Timothy Because young; pns31 vvz dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi np1 c-acp j; (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
708 and he chargeth Timothy to carry it so, that none might have the shew of a cause to despise him though young; and he charges Timothy to carry it so, that none might have the show of a cause to despise him though young; cc pns31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, cst pix vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 cs j; (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
709 Let no man despise thy youth; let not those that seeke occasion finde it. Let no man despise thy youth; let not those that seek occasion find it. vvb dx n1 vvi po21 n1; vvb xx d cst vvb n1 vvi pn31. (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
710 Now, as young men, especially young Ministers should be so holy and grave in their conversation, Now, as young men, especially young Ministers should be so holy and grave in their Conversation, av, c-acp j n2, av-j j n2 vmd vbi av j cc j p-acp po32 n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
711 as not to draw disrespect or contempt upon themselves, and as no man ought to despise the young meerly because they are young; as not to draw disrespect or contempt upon themselves, and as no man ought to despise the young merely Because they Are young; c-acp xx pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp px32, cc p-acp dx n1 vmd pc-acp vvi dt j av-j c-acp pns32 vbr j; (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
712 so all men ought to honour old age. so all men ought to honour old age. av d n2 vmd pc-acp vvi j n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
713 The old Law was expresse for it ( Levit. 19.32.) Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, The old Law was express for it (Levit. 19.32.) Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, dt j n1 vbds j c-acp pn31 (np1 crd.) pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
714 and honour the face of the old man, and feare thy God, I am the Lord. and honour the face of the old man, and Fear thy God, I am the Lord. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvb po21 n1, pns11 vbm dt n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
715 See, how these two are joyned together, Thou shalt honour the face of the old man, and feare thy God; See, how these two Are joined together, Thou shalt honour the face of the old man, and Fear thy God; vvb, c-crq d crd vbr vvn av, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvb po21 n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 37
716 As if he had said, honour old men in the feare of God, or shew feare to God in the reverence and honour which thou givest to old men, who having lived a long time or many dayes in the world, bear at least a shadow of the eternity of God who is The anciant of dayes, who lives and abides for ever. As if he had said, honour old men in the Fear of God, or show Fear to God in the Reverence and honour which thou givest to old men, who having lived a long time or many days in the world, bear At least a shadow of the eternity of God who is The anciant of days, who lives and abides for ever. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, n1 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp j n2, r-crq vhg vvn dt j n1 cc d n2 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp ds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz dt fw-la pp-f n2, r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp av. (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 38
717 There is a two-fold stampe of God upon old men, more then upon other men. There is a twofold stamp of God upon old men, more then upon other men. pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2, av-dc cs p-acp j-jn n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 38
718 First their very age hath a stamp of God upon it, for though all ages put together, are not a moment to eternity, First their very age hath a stamp of God upon it, for though all ages put together, Are not a moment to eternity, np1 po32 j n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, c-acp cs d n2 vvd av, vbr xx dt n1 p-acp n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 38
719 yet, as to our computation and reckoning, old age beares the fairest image of eternity: yet, as to our computation and reckoning, old age bears the Fairest image of eternity: av, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 cc n-vvg, j n1 vvz dt js n1 pp-f n1: (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 38
720 Secondly, old men bear a resemblance of God in their wisdome, ('tis to be supposed that the oldest are wilest, Secondly, old men bear a resemblance of God in their Wisdom, (it's to be supposed that the oldest Are willest, ord, j n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1, (pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst dt js vbr vv2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 38
721 as Elihu speaks v. 7.) So then old men are to be reverenced not only for their precedence in time, as Elihu speaks v. 7.) So then old men Are to be reverenced not only for their precedence in time, c-acp np1 vvz n1 crd) av av j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn xx av-j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 38
722 but for their experience, wisdome, knowledge and prudence, all which represent them more like to God then younger men. but for their experience, Wisdom, knowledge and prudence, all which represent them more like to God then younger men. cc-acp p-acp po32 n1, n1, n1 cc n1, d r-crq vvi pno32 av-dc av-j p-acp np1 av jc n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 124 Page 38
723 Secondly, Look to the speciall way wherein Elihu shewed reverence to his Elders, even by his long silence; Secondly, Look to the special Way wherein Elihu showed Reverence to his Elders, even by his long silence; ord, vvb p-acp dt j n1 c-crq np1 vvd n1 p-acp po31 n2-jn, av p-acp po31 j n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
724 he did not rudely not rashly breake into discourse, but waited till they had done. he did not rudely not rashly break into discourse, but waited till they had done. pns31 vdd xx av-j xx av-j vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp vvd c-acp pns32 vhd vdn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
725 This modesty of Elihu is both commendable and imitable, who would say nothing as longe as Job or any of his friends had any thing to say, because they were elder then he. This modesty of Elihu is both commendable and imitable, who would say nothing as long as Job or any of his Friends had any thing to say, Because they were elder then he. d n1 pp-f np1 vbz d j cc j, r-crq vmd vvi pix p-acp av-j c-acp n1 cc d pp-f po31 n2 vhd d n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns32 vbdr jc cs pns31. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
726 As the light of nature teacheth reverence to the aged in all cases, so more particularly, in this. As the Light of nature Teaches Reverence to the aged in all cases, so more particularly, in this. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt j-vvn p-acp d n2, av av-dc av-j, p-acp d. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
727 There shines (as to this poynt an admirable comlinesse in the disputes of the Ancients, There shines (as to this point an admirable comeliness in the disputes of the Ancients, pc-acp vvz (c-acp p-acp d n1 dt j n1 p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n2-j, (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
728 and a most eminent example of order inviolably kept both in proposing and answering. Their rule or maxime was, Let the Seniors speake, let the Juniors hear. and a most eminent Exampl of order inviolably kept both in proposing and answering. Their Rule or maxim was, Let the Seniors speak, let the Juniors hear. cc dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvd d p-acp vvg cc vvg. po32 n1 cc n1 vbds, vvb dt n2-jn vvb, vvb dt n2 vvb. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
729 Let Old men teach, let young men learne. Let Old men teach, let young men Learn. vvb j n2 vvi, vvb j n2 vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
730 It is the note of a learned Commentator upon this place from what himselfe had observed. It is the note of a learned Commentator upon this place from what himself had observed. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq px31 vhd vvn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
731 Living (saith he) once at Paris in France, where, in a Monastery, three Indians were brought up and instructed in the Christian Religion, I could not but admire to behold how studiously, Living (Says he) once At paris in France, where, in a Monastery, three Indians were brought up and instructed in the Christian Religion, I could not but admire to behold how studiously, vvg (vvz pns31) a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp np1, c-crq, p-acp dt n1, crd np1 vbdr vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp dt njp n1, pns11 vmd xx cc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j, (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
732 and strictly they kept to the Lawes of speaking, the younger not offering a word till the Elder had done; and strictly they kept to the Laws of speaking, the younger not offering a word till the Elder had done; cc av-j pns32 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg, dt jc xx vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn vhd vdn; (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
733 The practice of these Indians brought with them out of Heathenisme may reprove the imprudence of many, The practice of these Indians brought with them out of Heathenism may reprove the imprudence of many, dt n1 pp-f d np1 vvn p-acp pno32 av pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d, (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
734 yea the impudence of some young men among us, who will be first in talk, when their betters and elders are in place; yea the impudence of Some young men among us, who will be First in talk, when their betters and Elders Are in place; uh dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vbi ord p-acp n1, c-crq po32 vvz cc n2-jn vbr p-acp n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
735 The Prophet threatned this as a great judgment ( Isa. 3.5.) The Child shall behave himself proudly against the Ancient. The Prophet threatened this as a great judgement (Isaiah 3.5.) The Child shall behave himself proudly against the Ancient. dt n1 vvd d p-acp dt j n1 (np1 crd.) dt n1 vmb vvi px31 av-j p-acp dt j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
736 The child is not to be taken here strictly, but for any inferiour in age, though possibly himself be arrived to the state of manhood. The child is not to be taken Here strictly, but for any inferior in age, though possibly himself be arrived to the state of manhood. dt n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn av av-j, cc-acp p-acp d j-jn p-acp n1, cs av-j n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 38
737 As if the Prophet had said, there shall be a generall confusion among all degrees of men, without respect had to age or place, every stripling will take the boldness to talk and act unseemly before his betters. As if the Prophet had said, there shall be a general confusion among all Degrees of men, without respect had to age or place, every stripling will take the boldness to talk and act unseemly before his betters. p-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 vhd p-acp n1 cc n1, d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j p-acp po31 n2-j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 39
738 Obeysance and silence, bowing the body, and holding the peace, are respects which ought to be paid to our Superiours whether in time or authority. Obeisance and silence, bowing the body, and holding the peace, Are respects which ought to be paid to our Superiors whither in time or Authority. n1 cc n1, vvg dt n1, cc vvg dt n1, vbr n2 r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2-jn cs p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 125 Page 39
739 But as young men should not be forward to speak in the presence of their elders, But as young men should not be forward to speak in the presence of their Elders, cc-acp p-acp j n2 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-jn, (5) chapter (DIV2) 126 Page 39
740 so they should not be afraid to speak when there is cause for it, especially when their elders forbear or refuse to speak any more. so they should not be afraid to speak when there is cause for it, especially when their Elders forbear or refuse to speak any more. av pns32 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pn31, av-j c-crq po32 n2-jn vvi cc vvi pc-acp vvi d dc. (5) chapter (DIV2) 126 Page 39
741 Thus Elihu who had long kept his mouth (as David in another case did Psal: 39.1.) with a bridle, and was dumb with silence, Thus Elihu who had long kept his Mouth (as David in Another case did Psalm: 39.1.) with a bridle, and was dumb with silence, av np1 r-crq vhd av-j vvn po31 n1 (c-acp np1 p-acp j-jn n1 vdd np1: crd.) p-acp dt n1, cc vbds j p-acp n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 126 Page 39
742 yet at last his heart was hot within him, and while he was musing, the fire burned, yet At last his heart was hight within him, and while he was musing, the fire burned, av p-acp ord po31 n1 vbds j p-acp pno31, cc cs pns31 vbds vvg, dt n1 vvn, (5) chapter (DIV2) 126 Page 39
743 and (as it followeth) he spake with his tongue. and (as it follows) he spoke with his tongue. cc (c-acp pn31 vvz) pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 126 Page 39
744 Vers. 5. When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the mouth of these three men, then his wrath was kindled. Vers. 5. When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the Mouth of these three men, then his wrath was kindled. np1 crd c-crq np1 vvd cst pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, cs po31 n1 vbds vvn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 126 Page 39
745 When Elihu saw it, that is, when he was as much assured of it (by their gesture and carriage) as if it had been visible, that those three men had no more to say, When Elihu saw it, that is, when he was as much assured of it (by their gesture and carriage) as if it had been visible, that those three men had no more to say, c-crq np1 vvd pn31, cst vbz, c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp av-d vvn pp-f pn31 (p-acp po32 n1 cc n1) c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn j, cst d crd n2 vhd dx dc pc-acp vvi, (5) chapter (DIV2) 127 Page 39
746 or would say no more (for the words may be referred indifferently to their will or power, or would say no more (for the words may be referred indifferently to their will or power, cc vmd vvi av-dx av-dc (c-acp dt n2 vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 127 Page 39
747 when, I say, he saw they had no more to say) Either, first, to convince Job of error, when, I say, he saw they had no more to say) Either, First, to convince Job of error, c-crq, pns11 vvb, pns31 vvd pns32 vhd dx dc pc-acp vvi) d, ord, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 127 Page 39
748 or secondly, to defend the truth of God, which they had undertaken (when he saw this) his wrath was kindled, at that instant time, or secondly, to defend the truth of God, which they had undertaken (when he saw this) his wrath was kindled, At that instant time, cc ord, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn (c-crq pns31 vvd d) po31 n1 vbds vvn, p-acp d j-jn n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 127 Page 39
772 And he that hath a true reason for his anger, will probably manage his anger with reason, And he that hath a true reason for his anger, will probably manage his anger with reason, cc pns31 cst vhz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmb av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 134 Page 40
749 and for that very reason, his wrath was kindled. Some conceive (as was shewed before) that this anger proceeded from the passionateness of his spirit, and for that very reason, his wrath was kindled. some conceive (as was showed before) that this anger proceeded from the passionateness of his Spirit, cc p-acp d j n1, po31 n1 vbds vvn. d vvb (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) cst d n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 127 Page 39
750 and so tax him with it as his fault; but I rather consent with those who say it proceeded from his zeal for God, and so Tax him with it as his fault; but I rather consent with those who say it proceeded from his zeal for God, cc av vvb pno31 p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp pns11 av-c vvb p-acp d r-crq vvb pn31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 127 Page 39
751 and so it was his vertue and his praise. and so it was his virtue and his praise. cc av pn31 vbds po31 n1 cc po31 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 127 Page 39
752 I have met with these words two or three times already since I entred upon this Chapter, I have met with these words two or three times already since I entered upon this Chapter, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n2 crd cc crd n2 av c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp d n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 128 Page 39
753 and therefore I shall not stay upon them here; and Therefore I shall not stay upon them Here; cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32 av; (5) chapter (DIV2) 128 Page 39
754 And as this anger of Elihu was spoken of before, so the same reason which was given before of his anger is repeated and reported hear again; And as this anger of Elihu was spoken of before, so the same reason which was given before of his anger is repeated and reported hear again; cc c-acp d n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn pp-f p-acp, av dt d n1 r-crq vbds vvn a-acp pp-f po31 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn vvi av; (5) chapter (DIV2) 128 Page 39
755 Then his wrath was kindled because they had no answer in their mouths, that is, because they had no more to say against Job whom they had condemned; Then his wrath was kindled Because they had no answer in their mouths, that is, Because they had no more to say against Job whom they had condemned; av po31 n1 vbds vvn c-acp pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst vbz, c-acp pns32 vhd dx dc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn; (5) chapter (DIV2) 128 Page 39
756 and because they had no more to say for God whose cause in afflicting Job they had defended; and Because they had no more to say for God whose cause in afflicting Job they had defended; cc c-acp pns32 vhd dx dc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 rg-crq n1 p-acp vvg np1 pns32 vhd vvn; (5) chapter (DIV2) 128 Page 39
757 I shall only adde a few brief Notes upon this Verse, and so passe on. First, Some men answer till they have no more to answer. I shall only add a few brief Notes upon this Verse, and so pass on. First, some men answer till they have no more to answer. pns11 vmb av-j vvi dt d j n2 p-acp d n1, cc av vvi a-acp. ord, d n2 vvb c-acp pns32 vhb dx dc pc-acp vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 128 Page 39
758 'Tis very possible for a good and a wise man to be at the bottom of his reason, in some points, It's very possible for a good and a wise man to be At the bottom of his reason, in Some points, pn31|vbz av j p-acp dt j cc dt j n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 129 Page 40
759 or to be brought to such a wall, that he can go no further; or to be brought to such a wall, that he can go no further; cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc; (5) chapter (DIV2) 129 Page 40
760 David saith, I have seen an end of all perfection, which as it is true of all outward commodities and conveniences, which men enjoy, David Says, I have seen an end of all perfection, which as it is true of all outward commodities and conveniences, which men enjoy, np1 vvz, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz j pp-f d j n2 cc n2, r-crq n2 vvb, (5) chapter (DIV2) 129 Page 40
761 so both of their corporal and intellectual abilities, or of what they can either do or say. so both of their corporal and intellectual abilities, or of what they can either doe or say. av d pp-f po32 n1 cc j n2, cc pp-f r-crq pns32 vmb d n1 cc vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 129 Page 40
762 The best of men may see the end of their best perfections in all things, but Grace, and the hope of Glory. The best of men may see the end of their best perfections in all things, but Grace, and the hope of Glory. dt js pp-f n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 js n2 p-acp d n2, cc-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 129 Page 40
763 Their stock and treasure may be quite spent, their spring exhausted, and they gone ro their utmost line and length. Their stock and treasure may be quite spent, their spring exhausted, and they gone ro their utmost line and length. po32 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av vvn, po32 n1 vvn, cc pns32 vvn p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 129 Page 40
764 There's no more answer in their mouth, nor work in their hand. Secondly note; There's no more answer in their Mouth, nor work in their hand. Secondly note; pc-acp|vbz dx dc n1 p-acp po32 n1, ccx vvi p-acp po32 n1. ord n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 129 Page 40
765 It may put a wise man into passion to see how ill some wise men use their reason, It may put a wise man into passion to see how ill Some wise men use their reason, pn31 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq av-jn d j n2 vvb po32 n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 130 Page 40
766 or that they can make no further use of it. Then was the anger of Elihu kindled when he saw, they could answer no more, or that they can make no further use of it. Then was the anger of Elihu kindled when he saw, they could answer no more, cc cst pns32 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc vvi pp-f pn31. av vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn c-crq pns31 vvd, pns32 vmd vvi av-dx av-dc, (5) chapter (DIV2) 130 Page 40
767 or that there was no answer in the mouth of these three men. or that there was no answer in the Mouth of these three men. cc d a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 131 Page 40
768 Thirdly, As the anger of Elihu is often spoken of, so still we find some what or other is assigned as a ground of it; Whence note; Thirdly, As the anger of Elihu is often spoken of, so still we find Some what or other is assigned as a ground of it; Whence note; ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av vvn pp-f, av av pns12 vvb d r-crq cc n-jn vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; q-crq n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 132 Page 40
769 We should see good reason for our anger before we are angry, whether in our own cause, We should see good reason for our anger before we Are angry, whither in our own cause, pns12 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp po12 n1 c-acp pns12 vbr j, cs p-acp po12 d n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 133 Page 40
770 or in the cause of God. There is nothing can excuse anger but the cause of it. or in the cause of God. There is nothing can excuse anger but the cause of it. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pc-acp vbz pix vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (5) chapter (DIV2) 133 Page 40
773 yea, and mingle it with grace; And so his proves not only a rational, but a gracious anger. Fourthly note; yea, and mingle it with grace; And so his Proves not only a rational, but a gracious anger. Fourthly note; uh, cc vvi pn31 p-acp n1; cc av po31 n2 xx av-j dt j, cc-acp dt j n1. ord n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 134 Page 40
774 Provoked patience breaks out into greater passion. In the former Verse, we find Job waiting, he waited long and patiently; Provoked patience breaks out into greater passion. In the former Verse, we find Job waiting, he waited long and patiently; vvn n1 vvz av p-acp jc n1. p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vvb n1 vvg, pns31 vvd av-j cc av-j; (5) chapter (DIV2) 135 Page 40
775 but being disappointed of what he waited for, his wrath broke out; but being disappointed of what he waited for, his wrath broke out; cc-acp vbg vvn pp-f r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp, po31 n1 vvd av; (5) chapter (DIV2) 136 Page 40
776 His anger was kindled; As when God waits long and is disappointed, his anger is encreased in the manifestation of it (Rom. 2.4, 5. ver:) Despisest thou the riches of his goodnesse and forbearance and long-suffering, not knowing that the goodnesse of God leads thee to repentance? but after thy hardnesse and impenitent heart, treasurest up wrath, &c. As if he had said, the more patience God spends upon thee, the more wrath is treasured up ••r thee, His anger was kindled; As when God waits long and is disappointed, his anger is increased in the manifestation of it (Rom. 2.4, 5. ver:) Despisest thou the riches of his Goodness and forbearance and long-suffering, not knowing that the Goodness of God leads thee to Repentance? but After thy hardness and impenitent heart, treasurest up wrath, etc. As if he had said, the more patience God spends upon thee, the more wrath is treasured up ••r thee, po31 n1 vbds vvn; c-acp c-crq np1 vvz av-j cc vbz vvn, po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 (np1 crd, crd fw-la:) vv2 pns21 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 cc j, xx vvg cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno21 p-acp n1? cc-acp p-acp po21 n1 cc j n1, vv2 a-acp n1, av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt av-dc n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno21, dt av-dc n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pno21, (5) chapter (DIV2) 136 Page 41
777 and that wrath will break out the more fiercely and violently to consume thee, the longer it hath been treasured up. and that wrath will break out the more fiercely and violently to consume thee, the longer it hath been treasured up. cc d n1 vmb vvi av dt av-dc av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi pno21, dt jc pn31 vhz vbn vvn a-acp. (5) chapter (DIV2) 136 Page 41
778 Now I say, as the wrath of God is the more declared against man, by how much his patience is the more abused; Now I say, as the wrath of God is the more declared against man, by how much his patience is the more abused; av pns11 vvb, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt av-dc vvn p-acp n1, p-acp c-crq av-d po31 n1 vbz dt av-dc vvn; (5) chapter (DIV2) 136 Page 41
779 So the abused patience of man will turn to greater anger, and he groweth the more passionate by how much he hath been the more and the oftner deceived. So the abused patience of man will turn to greater anger, and he grows the more passionate by how much he hath been the more and the oftener deceived. av dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp jc n1, cc pns31 vvz dt av-dc j p-acp c-crq d pns31 vhz vbn dt av-dc cc dt av-c vvn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 136 Page 41
780 Thus Elihu is still described acting angerly, yet in the very next verse we shall find him speaking soberly, plainly and to purpose. Thus Elihu is still described acting angrily, yet in the very next verse we shall find him speaking soberly, plainly and to purpose. av np1 vbz av vvn vvg av-j, av p-acp dt av ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi pno31 vvg av-j, av-j cc p-acp n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 136 Page 41
781 Vers. 6. And Elihu the son of Barachell the Buzite answered and said. Vers. 6. And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said. np1 crd cc np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 dt np1 vvd cc vvn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 136 Page 41
782 When Elihu saw these three men gravel'd, and that after all the outcry they made against Job, they were forced to leave him as they found him, unconvinced of those crimes, of that hypocrisie, which they had layd to his charge, he hereupon saw himselfe engaged to undertake the matter and offer his opinion. When Elihu saw these three men graveled, and that After all the outcry they made against Job, they were forced to leave him as they found him, unconvinced of those crimes, of that hypocrisy, which they had laid to his charge, he hereupon saw himself engaged to undertake the matter and offer his opinion. c-crq np1 vvd d crd n2 vvn, cc cst p-acp d dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp np1, pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 c-acp pns32 vvd pno31, vvd pp-f d n2, pp-f d n1, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 av vvd px31 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc vvi po31 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 137 Page 41
783 Concerning Elihu, his name, his fathers name, Barachel, his tribe or stock, a Buzite, I have spoken at the 2d verse, Concerning Elihu, his name, his Father's name, Barachel, his tribe or stock, a Buzite, I have spoken At the 2d verse, vvg np1, po31 n1, po31 ng1 n1, np1, po31 n1 cc n1, dt np1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt crd n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 138 Page 41
784 and shall not adde any thing of it here; only take notice, That here Elihu begins his own preface; and shall not add any thing of it Here; only take notice, That Here Elihu begins his own preface; cc vmb xx vvi d n1 pp-f pn31 av; av-j vvb n1, cst av np1 vvz po31 d n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 138 Page 41
785 The former part of the Chapter contained the report of the divine historian concerning Elihu; but these are the words of Elihu himselfe; The former part of the Chapter contained the report of the divine historian Concerning Elihu; but these Are the words of Elihu himself; dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvg np1; p-acp d vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 px31; (5) chapter (DIV2) 138 Page 41
786 here he begins like an Orator to gaine favour with and attention of his hearers, or to prepare the minds of his hearers to receive what he had to say; Here he begins like an Orator to gain favour with and attention of his hearers, or to prepare the minds of his hearers to receive what he had to say; av pns31 vvz av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 138 Page 41
787 And upon this subject or piece of Rhetoricke (making Prefaces) he spends the whole that remaines of this Chapter. And upon this Subject or piece of Rhetoric (making Prefaces) he spends the Whole that remains of this Chapter. cc p-acp d n-jn cc n1 pp-f n1 (vvg vvz) pns31 vvz dt j-jn cst vvz pp-f d n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 138 Page 41
788 And Elihu, &c. answered and said, I am young, and ye are very old (that is it which he said) therefore I was afraid and durst not shew mine opinion. And Elihu, etc. answered and said, I am young, and you Are very old (that is it which he said) Therefore I was afraid and durst not show mine opinion. cc np1, av vvd cc vvd, pns11 vbm j, cc pn22 vbr av j (cst vbz pn31 r-crq pns31 vvd) av pns11 vbds j cc vvd xx vvi po11 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 138 Page 41
789 As if he had said, I am conscious to my selfe of the weaknesse which accompanieth youth; As if he had said, I am conscious to my self of the weakness which accompanieth youth; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm j p-acp po11 n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 139 Page 41
790 I very well know my own incompetency for such a worke; I am young. I very well know my own incompetency for such a work; I am young. pns11 av av vvb po11 d n1 p-acp d dt n1; pns11 vbm j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 139 Page 41
791 The Hebrew is, I am few of dayes, or, little according to dayes; if you should reckon or measure, me by dayes, I am very little; The Hebrew is, I am few of days, or, little according to days; if you should reckon or measure, me by days, I am very little; dt njp vbz, pns11 vbm d pp-f n2, cc, av-j vvg p-acp n2; cs pn22 vmd vvi cc vvi, pno11 p-acp n2, pns11 vbm av j; (5) chapter (DIV2) 140 Page 42
792 And is not every man so? If you measure any man by dayes, is not he very little? Thou hast made my age a span long (said David, Psal. 39.7.) that's quickly measured. And is not every man so? If you measure any man by days, is not he very little? Thou hast made my age a span long (said David, Psalm 39.7.) that's quickly measured. cc vbz xx d n1 av? cs pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp n2, vbz xx pns31 av av-j? pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1 dt n1 j (vvd np1, np1 crd.) d av-j vvn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 140 Page 42
793 Job spake thus ( Chap. 14.1.) Man that is borne of a woman, is of few dayes, and full of trouble; Job spoke thus (Chap. 14.1.) Man that is born of a woman, is of few days, and full of trouble; np1 vvd av (np1 crd.) n1 cst vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, vbz pp-f d n2, cc j pp-f n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 140 Page 42
794 He saith not, this or that man, but man, take old men, the Elders, take all men, the oldest men are but few of dayes in themselves considered; He Says not, this or that man, but man, take old men, the Elders, take all men, the oldest men Are but few of days in themselves considered; pns31 vvz xx, d cc d n1, cc-acp n1, vvb j n2, dt n2-jn, vvb d n2, dt js n2 vbr p-acp d pp-f n2 p-acp px32 vvn; (5) chapter (DIV2) 140 Page 42
795 and comparatively to the age or rather the eternity of God, their utmost age is but as a drop to the ocean. and comparatively to the age or rather the eternity of God, their utmost age is but as a drop to the Ocean. cc av-j p-acp dt n1 cc av-c dt n1 pp-f np1, po32 j n1 vbz cc-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 140 Page 42
796 Thus all men, even ancient men are few of dayes, which is here the description of a young man, I am young (saith Elihu) or few of dayes; Thus all men, even ancient men Are few of days, which is Here the description of a young man, I am young (Says Elihu) or few of days; av d n2, av j n2 vbr d pp-f n2, r-crq vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns11 vbm j (vvz np1) cc d pp-f n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 140 Page 42
797 but compare one man with another, so some have few dayes, and others many dayes; young men have few dayes, and old men have many dayes, compared with one another. but compare one man with Another, so Some have few days, and Others many days; young men have few days, and old men have many days, compared with one Another. p-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn, av d vhb d n2, cc n2-jn d n2; j n2 vhb d n2, cc j n2 vhb d n2, vvn p-acp crd j-jn. (5) chapter (DIV2) 140 Page 42
798 I am young, and ye are very old. I am young, and you Are very old. pns11 vbm j, cc pn22 vbr av j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 140 Page 42
799 The word notes decrepid old age, the very dregs of age, the utmost line of life; The word notes decrepit old age, the very dregs of age, the utmost line of life; dt n1 vvz j j n1, dt j n2 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 141 Page 42
800 old age like a heavy burden bowes the back, and criples the limbes of the strongest and stoutest sons of Adam. See more of this word ( Chap. 15.10. ) There are severall divisions of the life of man, some cast it into foure parts, sutable to the foure seasons of the yeare; old age like a heavy burden bows the back, and cripples the limbs of the Strongest and Stoutest Sons of Adam. See more of this word (Chap. 15.10.) There Are several divisions of the life of man, Some cast it into foure parts, suitable to the foure seasons of the year; j n1 av-j dt j n1 n2 dt n1, cc n2 dt n2 pp-f dt js cc js n2 pp-f np1. vvb dc pp-f d n1 (np1 crd.) pc-acp vbr j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, d vvd pn31 p-acp crd n2, j p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 141 Page 42
801 some into five, alluding to the Acts of an Interlude or play; others into seven, in allusion to the Planets; Some into five, alluding to the Acts of an Interlude or play; Others into seven, in allusion to the Planets; d p-acp crd, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1; n2-jn p-acp crd, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 141 Page 42
802 now what ever division you make of the life of man, this decrepid old age is the last. now what ever division you make of the life of man, this decrepit old age is the last. av q-crq av n1 pn22 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, d j j n1 vbz dt ord. (5) chapter (DIV2) 141 Page 42
803 I am young, and ye are very old, wherefore I was afraid, and durst not shew mine opinion. I am young, and you Are very old, Wherefore I was afraid, and durst not show mine opinion. pns11 vbm j, cc pn22 vbr av j, c-crq pns11 vbds j, cc vvd xx vvi po11 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 141 Page 42
804 What effect that sence which Elihu had of his youth or fewnesse of dayes produced in him, is set forth in these words; What Effect that sense which Elihu had of his youth or fewness of days produced in him, is Set forth in these words; q-crq n1 d n1 r-crq np1 vhd pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp pno31, vbz vvn av p-acp d n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 42
805 'twas feare, I (saith he) was afraid, &c. There is, (as to this poynt) a twofold feare: First, a cowardly feare; Secondly, a modest feare; 'twas Fear, I (Says he) was afraid, etc. There is, (as to this point) a twofold Fear: First, a cowardly Fear; Secondly, a modest Fear; pn31|vbds n1, pns11 (vvz pns31) vbds j, av pc-acp vbz, (c-acp p-acp d n1) dt j n1: ord, dt j n1; ord, dt j n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 42
806 when Elihu saith, he was afraid, he doth not meane the feare of a coward; but of a modest man: when Elihu Says, he was afraid, he does not mean the Fear of a coward; but of a modest man: c-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vbds j, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc-acp pp-f dt j n1: (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 42
807 it is not not cowardize to be afraid of doing many things, to feare to doe those things which are unlawfull, it is not not cowardice to be afraid of doing many things, to Fear to do those things which Are unlawful, pn31 vbz xx xx n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f vdg d n2, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi d n2 r-crq vbr j, (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 42
914 We may well expect they should be very wise, and knowing, who have had much meanes, We may well expect they should be very wise, and knowing, who have had much means, pns12 vmb av vvi pns32 vmd vbi av j, cc vvg, r-crq vhb vhn d n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 156 Page 48
808 or which are uncomely, is no part of cowardize. This latter feare surprized or rather composed Elihu; he was a man bold spirited enough, or which Are uncomely, is no part of cowardice. This latter Fear surprised or rather composed Elihu; he was a man bold spirited enough, cc q-crq vbr j, vbz dx n1 pp-f n1. d d n1 vvn cc av-c vvn np1; pns31 vbds dt n1 j vvn av-d, (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 42
809 but modesty made him afraid to shew his opinion. There is a great elegancy in those words; but modesty made him afraid to show his opinion. There is a great elegancy in those words; cc-acp n1 vvd pno31 j pc-acp vvi po31 n1. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 43
810 I durst not shew mine opinion; I durst not show mine opinion; pns11 vvd xx vvi po11 n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 43
811 They imply, he hid his speech, as Serpents hide themselves when men approach. ( Micah 7.17.) Serpents which are a terrour to men, They imply, he hid his speech, as Serpents hide themselves when men approach. (micah 7.17.) Serpents which Are a terror to men, pns32 vvb, pns31 vvd po31 n1, c-acp n2 vvb px32 c-crq n2 vvb. (np1 crd.) ng1 q-crq vbr dt n1 p-acp n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 43
812 and make them afraid, are also afraid of men, their appearance causeth them to run and hide their heads. and make them afraid, Are also afraid of men, their appearance Causes them to run and hide their Heads. cc vvi pno32 j, vbr av j pp-f n2, po32 n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 43
813 The Rabbins take much paines in their Criticismes about this word to expresse a vertuous modesty. The Rabbis take much pains in their Criticisms about this word to express a virtuous modesty. dt n2 vvb d n2 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 43
814 As it is a duty to be (as Christ exhorts his Disciples to be) especially in times of persecution ( Math: 10.10.) wise as Serpents, so it is a vertue to be fearefull as Serpents, As it is a duty to be (as christ exhorts his Disciples to be) especially in times of persecution (Math: 10.10.) wise as Serpents, so it is a virtue to be fearful as Serpents, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi (c-acp np1 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vbi) av-j p-acp n2 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) j p-acp n2, av pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j c-acp n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 43
815 even to feare as much to be heard by some men, as Serpents feare to be seene by any man. even to Fear as much to be herd by Some men, as Serpents Fear to be seen by any man. av pc-acp vvi c-acp av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, c-acp n2 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 43
816 Thus Elihu held downe his head, he was afraid and durst not shew his opinion suddenly, Thus Elihu held down his head, he was afraid and durst not show his opinion suddenly, av np1 vvd a-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbds j cc vvd xx vvi po31 n1 av-j, (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 43
817 nor declare his judgement in the case, for the reverence he bare to those graver and elder heads. Note hence. nor declare his judgement in the case, for the Reverence he bore to those graver and elder Heads. Note hence. ccx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp d jc cc jc n2. vvb av. (5) chapter (DIV2) 142 Page 43
818 First, Young men are apt to run into mistakes, their heat usually exceeds their light. First, Young men Are apt to run into mistakes, their heat usually exceeds their Light. ord, j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, po32 n1 av-j vvz po32 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 143 Page 43
819 Youth drives furiously, and commonly carrieth presumption with it, or is it selfe hurried by presumption. Youth drives furiously, and commonly Carrieth presumption with it, or is it self hurried by presumption. n1 vvz av-j, cc av-j vvz n1 p-acp pn31, cc vbz pn31 n1 vvd p-acp n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
820 Though God hath given a young man a good understanding, quick parts, and a ready tongue, Though God hath given a young man a good understanding, quick parts, and a ready tongue, cs np1 vhz vvn dt j n1 dt j n1, j n2, cc dt j n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
821 yet he wants much, because he hath not seene much, and so is very liable to miscarriage. yet he Wants much, Because he hath not seen much, and so is very liable to miscarriage. av pns31 vvz av-d, c-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn av-d, cc av vbz av j p-acp n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
822 He cannot look through, nor see to the end of things; He cannot look through, nor see to the end of things; pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp, ccx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
823 for as it is the great and sole priviledge of God to cast an eye quite through all intermediate, both actions and revolutions, for as it is the great and sole privilege of God to cast an eye quite through all intermediate, both actions and revolutions, c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av p-acp d vvb, d n2 cc n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
824 and to see the end from the beginning: and to see the end from the beginning: cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
825 so it is more peculiar to those that are aged and long experienced, to see much of the end of things in their beginnings, so it is more peculiar to those that Are aged and long experienced, to see much of the end of things in their beginnings, av pn31 vbz av-dc j p-acp d cst vbr j-vvn cc av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
826 or to see what is like to be as well as what is. or to see what is like to be as well as what is. cc pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz av-j pc-acp vbi c-acp av c-acp r-crq vbz. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
827 'Tis the part of a wise man to consider what may come, and whether things tend; It's the part of a wise man to Consider what may come, and whither things tend; pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vvi, cc cs n2 vvb; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
828 there is much weakness and deficiency in young men as to this. there is much weakness and deficiency in young men as to this. pc-acp vbz d n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2 c-acp p-acp d. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
829 As most young men want sences exercised (as the Apostle speakes of all un-improved Christians of what age soever ( Heb: 5.19.) as I say, most young men want sences exercised) to discerne what is good or evill; As most young men want Senses exercised (as the Apostle speaks of all unimproved Christians of what age soever (Hebrew: 5.19.) as I say, most young men want Senses exercised) to discern what is good or evil; p-acp ds j n2 vvb n2 vvn (c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f d j np1 pp-f r-crq n1 av (n1: crd.) c-acp pns11 vvb, av-ds j n2 vvb n2 vvn) pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j cc j-jn; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
871 'tis an elegancy in Rhetorick, when that which belongs to a person, is ascribed to a thing, it's an elegancy in Rhetoric, when that which belongs to a person, is ascribed to a thing, pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, c-crq cst r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 150 Page 45
830 so they want sences exercised to discerne what good or evill is like to be, they rarely see effects in their causes, or events in their prognosticks. so they want Senses exercised to discern what good or evil is like to be, they rarely see effects in their Causes, or events in their Prognostics. av pns32 vvb n2 vvn pc-acp vvi r-crq j cc n-jn vbz av-j pc-acp vbi, pns32 av-j vvb n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
831 Therefore Elihu might well say, I am young, therefore I durst not venture to shew mine opinion. Therefore Elihu might well say, I am young, Therefore I durst not venture to show mine opinion. av np1 vmd av vvi, pns11 vbm j, av pns11 vvd xx vvi pc-acp vvi po11 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 43
832 Paul giveth Timothy somewhat a strange warning (2 Tim. 2.22.) Flee youthfull lusts. Timothy was young, Paul gives Timothy somewhat a strange warning (2 Tim. 2.22.) Flee youthful Lustiest. Timothy was young, np1 vvz np1 av dt j n1 (crd np1 crd.) vvb j n2. np1 vbds j, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
833 but was he noted for indulgence to any youthfull lusts? what lusts doth he meane? surely not drunkennesse, but was he noted for indulgence to any youthful Lustiest? what Lustiest does he mean? surely not Drunkenness, cc-acp vbds pns31 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2? q-crq n2 vdz pns31 vvi? av-j xx n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
834 nor uncleannesse, nor any loose behaviour; nor uncleanness, nor any lose behaviour; ccx n1, ccx d j n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
835 for though the most sober and temperate young men, have in them the seed of all these, for though the most Sobrium and temperate young men, have in them the seed of all these, c-acp cs dt av-ds j cc j j n2, vhb p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f d d, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
836 yea of every lust, yet Timothy at that time was a pattern, a mirrour, not only of sob iety, but of holinesse; yea of every lust, yet Timothy At that time was a pattern, a mirror, not only of sob iety, but of holiness; uh pp-f d n1, av np1 p-acp d n1 vbds dt n1, dt n1, xx av-j pp-f n1 n1, cc-acp pp-f n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
837 and Paul was even forced to bid him take more liberty in the use of the creature, and Paul was even forced to bid him take more liberty in the use of the creature, cc np1 vbds av vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi dc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
838 then he used to allow himselfe; then he used to allow himself; cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi px31; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
839 Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy stomack sake, and for thy often infirmities. Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy stomach sake, and for thy often infirmities. vvb av-dx av-jc n1, cc-acp vvb dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1 n1, cc p-acp po21 av n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
840 Surely Timothy was a man that fled such youthfull lusts fast and far enough when he drank nothing but water, Surely Timothy was a man that fled such youthful Lustiest fast and Far enough when he drank nothing but water, av-j np1 vbds dt n1 cst vvd d j n2 av-j cc av-j av-d c-crq pns31 vvd pix cc-acp n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
841 and must be bid to drink a little wine (1 Tim: 5.23.) What lusts then were they which Timothy was exhorted to flee? the words following ( ver. 23, 24, 25.) seeme to cleare it; and must be bid to drink a little wine (1 Tim: 5.23.) What Lustiest then were they which Timothy was exhorted to flee? the words following (for. 23, 24, 25.) seem to clear it; cc vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1 (vvd np1: crd.) q-crq n2 av vbdr pns32 r-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi? dt n2 vvg (p-acp. crd, crd, crd) vvb pc-acp vvi pn31; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
842 that because he was young, he should take heed of rushing into unnecessary Questions and disputes, which young men are apt to doe in the heat of their spirits; that Because he was young, he should take heed of rushing into unnecessary Questions and disputes, which young men Are apt to do in the heat of their spirits; cst c-acp pns31 vbds j, pns31 vmd vvi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp j n2 cc vvz, r-crq j n2 vbr j pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
843 nor are there any lusts of the lower or sensuall appetite, to which the heart of man is more intemperately and vainely carried out, nor Are there any Lustiest of the lower or sensual appetite, to which the heart of man is more intemperately and vainly carried out, ccx vbr pc-acp d n2 pp-f dt jc cc j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-dc av-j cc av-j vvd av, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
844 then to those of the understanding; and therefore the Apostle counsels Timothy to avoid unprofitable Questions, knowing that these gender strife; then to those of the understanding; and Therefore the Apostle Counsels Timothy to avoid unprofitable Questions, knowing that these gender strife; av p-acp d pp-f dt n1; cc av dt n1 vvz np1 p-acp vvb j n2, vvg cst d n1 n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
845 (Those Questions cannot promote faith in or holinesse towards God, which only stirre up and foment strife among men) and the servants of the Lord must not strive, (Those Questions cannot promote faith in or holiness towards God, which only stir up and foment strife among men) and the Servants of the Lord must not strive, (d n2 vmbx vvi n1 p-acp cc n1 p-acp np1, r-crq av-j vvi a-acp cc n1 n1 p-acp n2) cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vvi, (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
846 but be gentle to all, and patient. but be gentle to all, and patient. cc-acp vbi j p-acp d, cc j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
847 These vertues, and graces, are opposed chiefely to the youthfull lusts which Paul exhorts Timothy to take heed of; These Virtues, and graces, Are opposed chiefly to the youthful Lustiest which Paul exhorts Timothy to take heed of; d n2, cc n2, vbr vvn av-jn p-acp dt j n2 r-crq np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f; (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
848 As if he had said, Be not too hot-headed and hasty (as young men are very apt to be) in pursuing of controversies and entangling thy selfe in the thickets of Opinionists. As if he had said, Be not too hotheaded and hasty (as young men Are very apt to be) in pursuing of controversies and entangling thy self in the thickets of Opinionists. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vbb xx av j cc j (c-acp j n2 vbr av j pc-acp vbi) p-acp vvg pp-f n2 cc vvg po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
849 Elihu was of an excellent temper, who, because young, was afraid and durst not shew his opinion. Secondly, Note. Elihu was of an excellent temper, who, Because young, was afraid and durst not show his opinion. Secondly, Note. np1 vbds pp-f dt j n1, r-crq, c-acp j, vbds j cc vvd xx vvi po31 n1. ord, n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 144 Page 44
915 and many opportunities of obtaining knowledge and wisdome. and many opportunities of obtaining knowledge and Wisdom. cc d n2 pp-f vvg n1 cc n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 156 Page 48
850 It is good to feare, and suspect our own judgements, or, to feare that we may erre, they seldome doe or speak amisse who feare they may. It is good to Fear, and suspect our own Judgments, or, to Fear that we may err, they seldom doe or speak amiss who Fear they may. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, cc vvb po12 d n2, cc, p-acp n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi, pns32 av n1 cc vvi av r-crq n1 pns32 vmb. (5) chapter (DIV2) 145 Page 44
851 An over-confidence of being in the right, hath setled many in a wrong way; an overconfidence of being in the right, hath settled many in a wrong Way; dt n1 pp-f vbg p-acp dt n-jn, vhz vvn d p-acp dt n-jn n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 146 Page 44
852 to be under a sence of our readinesse to fall, preserves us from falling, ( Hosea 13.1.) When Ephraim spake trembling, then, he exalted himselfe; to be under a sense of our readiness to fallen, preserves us from falling, (Hosea 13.1.) When Ephraim spoke trembling, then, he exalted himself; pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, vvz pno12 p-acp vvg, (np1 crd.) c-crq np1 vvd vvg, av, pns31 vvn px31; (5) chapter (DIV2) 146 Page 45
853 There are severall sences given of that place, but according to our translation, the meaning is carried thus; There Are several Senses given of that place, but according to our Translation, the meaning is carried thus; a-acp vbr j n2 vvn pp-f d n1, cc-acp vvg p-acp po12 n1, dt n1 vbz vvn av; (5) chapter (DIV2) 146 Page 45
854 When Ephraim was in an humble frame, and jealous of himselfe, not confident, nor over-bold (as some are who presume to carry all before them) when he spake trembling, When Ephraim was in an humble frame, and jealous of himself, not confident, nor overbold (as Some Are who presume to carry all before them) when he spoke trembling, c-crq np1 vbds p-acp dt j n1, cc j pp-f px31, xx j, ccx j (c-acp d vbr r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno32) c-crq pns31 vvd vvg, (5) chapter (DIV2) 146 Page 45
855 or did even tremble to speake, then he did that which tended to his own advancement and exaltation. or did even tremble to speak, then he did that which tended to his own advancement and exaltation. cc vdd av vvi pc-acp vvi, cs pns31 vdd d r-crq vvd p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 146 Page 45
856 This gracious trembling doth at once settle us the faster, and rayse us the higher in the wayes and things of God. This gracious trembling does At once settle us the faster, and raise us the higher in the ways and things of God. d j n-vvg vdz p-acp a-acp vvi pno12 dt jc, cc vvb pno12 dt jc p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 146 Page 45
857 It is a high poynt of wisdome to have low apprehensions of our selves; though that be true, You shall be esteemed of others, as you esteem your selves; It is a high point of Wisdom to have low apprehensions of our selves; though that be true, You shall be esteemed of Others, as you esteem your selves; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vhi j n2 pp-f po12 n2; cs d vbb j, pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f n2-jn, c-acp pn22 vvb po22 n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 146 Page 45
858 If a man under-value himselfe others will; yet, 'tis best erring on that hand; If a man undervalue himself Others will; yet, it's best erring on that hand; cs dt n1 n1 px31 ng2-jn n1; av, pn31|vbz js vvg p-acp d n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 146 Page 45
859 Let the price be much too low, rather then any thing too high, when you are occasioned to put a value upon or rate your selves. Let the price be much too low, rather then any thing too high, when you Are occasioned to put a valve upon or rate your selves. vvb dt n1 vbb d av j, av-c cs d n1 av j, c-crq pn22 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp cc vvb po22 n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 146 Page 45
860 Againe, Consider what an excellent speaker Elihu was when he came to it, as will appeare hereafter, Again, Consider what an excellent speaker Elihu was when he Come to it, as will appear hereafter, av, vvb r-crq dt j n1 np1 vbds c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, c-acp vmb vvi av, (5) chapter (DIV2) 147 Page 45
861 yet see how he stood trembling, he durst not speake, nor offer his opinion. Hence note: yet see how he stood trembling, he durst not speak, nor offer his opinion. Hence note: av vvb c-crq pns31 vvd vvg, pns31 vvd xx vvi, ccx vvi po31 n1. av vvi: (5) chapter (DIV2) 147 Page 45
862 Ʋsually they who have most ability to speak, are most backward to speak, or sparing of speech. Ʋsually they who have most ability to speak, Are most backward to speak, or sparing of speech. av-j pns32 r-crq vhb ds n1 pc-acp vvi, vbr av-ds av-j pc-acp vvi, cc vvg pp-f n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 148 Page 45
863 They are not easily brought to it, who have it in them; They Are not Easily brought to it, who have it in them; pns32 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq vhb pn31 p-acp pno32; (5) chapter (DIV2) 149 Page 45
864 The belly of Elihu was as full with matter, as an Egge with meate or a bottle with wine; The belly of Elihu was as full with matter, as an Egg with meat or a Bottle with wine; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds a-acp j p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc dt n1 p-acp n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 149 Page 45
865 yet how slow was he in opening himselfe? They who are and have least are most desirous, yet how slow was he in opening himself? They who Are and have least Are most desirous, av c-crq j vbds pns31 p-acp n-vvg px31? pns32 r-crq vbr cc vhb av-ds vbr av-ds j, (5) chapter (DIV2) 149 Page 45
866 if not ambitious, to appeare most, and would make up in seeming what they are not in being. if not ambitious, to appear most, and would make up in seeming what they Are not in being. cs xx j, pc-acp vvi av-ds, cc vmd vvi a-acp p-acp vvg r-crq pns32 vbr xx p-acp vbg. (5) chapter (DIV2) 149 Page 45
867 As Elihu in this verse hath shewed himselfe afraid to say any thing, so he shewes us in the next, who, he hoped, would have said all, As Elihu in this verse hath showed himself afraid to say any thing, so he shows us in the next, who, he hoped, would have said all, p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 vhz vvn px31 j pc-acp vvi d n1, av pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt ord, r-crq, pns31 vvd, vmd vhi vvn d, (5) chapter (DIV2) 149 Page 45
868 and altogether have saved him a labour. Vers. 7. I said, dayes should speak, and multitude of yeares should teach wisdome; and altogether have saved him a labour. Vers. 7. I said, days should speak, and multitude of Years should teach Wisdom; cc av vhb vvn pno31 dt n1. np1 crd pns11 vvd, n2 vmd vvi, cc n1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 149 Page 45
869 Or, as the text may be rendred, let dayes speak; dayes shall not be hindred by me from speaking, let dayes speak their fill. Or, as the text may be rendered, let days speak; days shall not be hindered by me from speaking, let days speak their fill. cc, c-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, vvb n2 vvi; n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp vvg, vvb n2 vvi po32 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 150 Page 45
870 But what meaneth he, when he saith, let dayes speak? how can dayes speak; But what means he, when he Says, let days speak? how can days speak; p-acp r-crq vvz pns31, c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb n2 vvi? q-crq vmb n2 vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 150 Page 45
872 as here speech to time, let dayes speak; that is, let those who number many dayes, who have lived and seene many dayes, let them speak; as Here speech to time, let days speak; that is, let those who number many days, who have lived and seen many days, let them speak; c-acp av n1 p-acp n1, vvb n2 vvi; cst vbz, vvb d r-crq n1 d n2, r-crq vhb vvn cc vvn d n2, vvb pno32 vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 150 Page 46
873 they who have lived most dayes on earth, are yet indeed (as Bildad told Job, Chap. 8.9.) but of yesterday, and so have lived, they who have lived most days on earth, Are yet indeed (as Bildad told Job, Chap. 8.9.) but of yesterday, and so have lived, pns32 r-crq vhb vvn ds n2 p-acp n1, vbr av av (c-acp np1 vvd np1, np1 crd.) p-acp a-acp av-an, cc av vhb vvn, (5) chapter (DIV2) 150 Page 46
874 as it were, but a day; as it were, but a day; c-acp pn31 vbdr, cc-acp dt n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 150 Page 46
875 yet, according to common account, some men are so very old, that you may call them dayes, and to them we may well say, let Dayes speak. We read of one who was called John of Times, because he had lived (if the Records spake true) three hundred yeares and more. yet, according to Common account, Some men Are so very old, that you may call them days, and to them we may well say, let Days speak. We read of one who was called John of Times, Because he had lived (if the Records spoke true) three hundred Years and more. av, vvg p-acp j n1, d n2 vbr av av j, cst pn22 vmb vvi pno32 n2, cc p-acp pno32 pns12 vmb av vvi, vvb n2 vvi. pns12 vvb pp-f pi r-crq vbds vvn np1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn (cs dt n2 vvd j) crd crd n2 cc av-dc. (5) chapter (DIV2) 150 Page 46
876 An old man is a man of dayes; and thus Elihu might say, let dayes, that is, old men speak. an old man is a man of days; and thus Elihu might say, let days, that is, old men speak. dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; cc av np1 vmd vvi, vvb n2, cst vbz, j n2 vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 150 Page 46
877 But Children can speak, why then doth he say, dayes should speak? I answer; There is a twofold speaking; But Children can speak, why then does he say, days should speak? I answer; There is a twofold speaking; p-acp n2 vmb vvi, c-crq av vdz pns31 vvi, n2 vmd vvi? pns11 vvb; pc-acp vbz dt j n-vvg; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
878 First, naturall, thus Children, as soone as they are out of their swadling-bands, learne to speak; First, natural, thus Children, as soon as they Are out of their Swaddling-bands, Learn to speak; ord, j, av n2, c-acp av c-acp pns32 vbr av pp-f po32 n2, vvb pc-acp vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
879 such speaking is but a naturall act; Secondly, There is a speaking which is an artificiall or studied act; such speaking is but a natural act; Secondly, There is a speaking which is an artificial or studied act; d vvg vbz p-acp dt j n1; ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg r-crq vbz dt j cc j-vvn n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
880 thus Orators and men of eloquence speake; thus Orators and men of eloquence speak; av n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
881 such speaking Elihu intended when he sayd, dayes should speak; He looked they should speake to purpose, speak by rule, even the quintessence of reason; such speaking Elihu intended when he said, days should speak; He looked they should speak to purpose, speak by Rule, even the quintessence of reason; d vvg np1 vvd c-crq pns31 vvd, n2 vmd vvi; pns31 vvd pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
882 he presumed they would have brought forth somewhat worthy of their yeares, and that he should have received such instruction from them, he presumed they would have brought forth somewhat worthy of their Years, and that he should have received such instruction from them, pns31 vvd pns32 vmd vhi vvn av av j pp-f po32 n2, cc cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn d n1 p-acp pno32, (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
883 as they had learned from old age it selfe; as they had learned from old age it self; c-acp pns32 vhd vvn p-acp j n1 pn31 n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
884 I sayd dayes should speak Children can speak words, but old men should speak things, every word should have its weight; I said days should speak Children can speak words, but old men should speak things, every word should have its weight; pns11 vvd n2 vmd vvi n2 vmb vvi n2, cc-acp j n2 vmd vvi n2, d n1 vmd vhi po31 n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
885 their tongues should drop as the honey-combe, and be a tree of life to feed and refresh many. their tongues should drop as the honeycomb, and be a tree of life to feed and refresh many. po32 n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d. (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
886 It is most truly said of the word of God in Scripture, Every tittle of it hath a mountaine of sence, a mighty weight of truth in it; It is most truly said of the word of God in Scripture, Every tittle of it hath a mountain of sense, a mighty weight of truth in it; pn31 vbz av-ds av-j vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, d n1 pp-f pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
887 And surely the words of old men should be weighty and convincing; And surely the words of old men should be weighty and convincing; cc av-j dt n2 pp-f j n2 vmd vbi j cc j-vvg; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
888 They should speak truth with such evidence both of testimony and reason as may put to silence all those who speak against or besides either truth or reason. They should speak truth with such evidence both of testimony and reason as may put to silence all those who speak against or beside either truth or reason. pns32 vmd vvi n1 p-acp d n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d d r-crq vvb p-acp cc p-acp d n1 cc n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
889 As, day unto day (saith David, Psal. 19.2.) uttereth speech, that is, every day speakes somewhat; As, day unto day (Says David, Psalm 19.2.) utters speech, that is, every day speaks somewhat; p-acp, n1 p-acp n1 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) vvz n1, cst vbz, d n1 vvz av; (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
890 so men of dayes should speak much both for instruction and conviction. I said dayes should speak. Hence note. so men of days should speak much both for instruction and conviction. I said days should speak. Hence note. av n2 pp-f ng2 vmd vvi d d p-acp n1 cc n1. pns11 vvd n2 vmd vvi. av vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 151 Page 46
891 That's not to be esteemed as done at all, which is not well done, or not done to purpose. That's not to be esteemed as done At all, which is not well done, or not done to purpose. d|vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn c-acp vdn p-acp d, r-crq vbz xx av vdn, cc xx vdi p-acp n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 152 Page 46
912 Though wisdome be not entayled upon old age, yet there we are most likely to finde it. Though Wisdom be not entailed upon old age, yet there we Are most likely to find it. cs n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp j n1, av a-acp pns12 vbr av-ds j pc-acp vvi pn31. (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
892 An old man doth not speak unlesse he speaks wisely, edifyingly, and to the poynt. The aged speak like children, when they speak foolishly, or unfruitfully. an old man does not speak unless he speaks wisely, edifyingly, and to the point. The aged speak like children, when they speak foolishly, or unfruitfully. dt j n1 vdz xx vvi cs pns31 vvz av-j, av-j, cc p-acp dt n1. dt j-vvn vvb j n2, c-crq pns32 vvb av-j, cc av-j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 153 Page 46
893 He only is a good speaker, who speaks that which may doe others good, or make them better. He only is a good speaker, who speaks that which may do Others good, or make them better. pns31 av-j vbz dt j n1, r-crq vvz cst r-crq vmb vdi n2-jn j, cc vvi pno32 av-jc. (5) chapter (DIV2) 153 Page 47
894 We say proverbially and truly both of saying and doing, As good never a whit, as never the better. We say proverbially and truly both of saying and doing, As good never a whit, as never the better. pns12 vvb av-j cc av-j d pp-f vvg cc vdg, p-acp j av-x dt n1, c-acp av-x dt jc. (5) chapter (DIV2) 153 Page 47
895 I said dayes should speak, and multitude of yeares should teach wisdome. I said days should speak, and multitude of Years should teach Wisdom. pns11 vvd n2 vmd vvi, cc n1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 153 Page 47
896 Elihu reckons the age of aged men, by multitude of yeares; this he doth only to highten the matter; Elihu reckons the age of aged men, by multitude of Years; this he does only to heighten the matter; np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n2; d pns31 vdz j pc-acp vvi dt n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 154 Page 47
897 what wisdome might he not expect from a multitude of yeares? that is, from such as had lived a multitude of yeares. what Wisdom might he not expect from a multitude of Years? that is, from such as had lived a multitude of Years. r-crq n1 vmd pns31 xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? d vbz, p-acp d c-acp vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 154 Page 47
898 Certainly thought Elihu, they will Teach wisdome. There is a twofold wisdome; First, that which is meerely rational; Secondly, that which is spirituall; Certainly Thought Elihu, they will Teach Wisdom. There is a twofold Wisdom; First, that which is merely rational; Secondly, that which is spiritual; av-j vvn np1, pns32 vmb vvb n1. pc-acp vbz dt j n1; ord, cst r-crq vbz av-j j; ord, cst r-crq vbz j; (5) chapter (DIV2) 154 Page 47
899 or there is first, a common; secondly, an holy wisdome; Elihu expected wisdome of both sorts, but chiefely of the latter, from multitude of yeares. or there is First, a Common; secondly, an holy Wisdom; Elihu expected Wisdom of both sorts, but chiefly of the latter, from multitude of Years. cc pc-acp vbz ord, dt j; ord, dt j n1; np1 vvn n1 pp-f d n2, cc-acp av-jn pp-f dt d, p-acp n1 pp-f n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
900 He expected they would teach the wisdome which the Spirit of God had taught them; He expected they would teach the Wisdom which the Spirit of God had taught them; pns31 vvd pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn pno32; (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
901 that wisdome which consists in the true knowledge of God and of our selves, that wisdome which is from above, that which man hath not from himselfe, that Wisdom which consists in the true knowledge of God and of our selves, that Wisdom which is from above, that which man hath not from himself, cst n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po12 n2, cst n1 r-crq vbz p-acp a-acp, cst r-crq n1 vhz xx p-acp px31, (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
902 nor is taught him by dayes or yeares, by use or experience only. nor is taught him by days or Years, by use or experience only. ccx vbz vvn pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 av-j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
903 And it was very probable, that they who from their youth had been instructed in the things of God, being growne old, should also be growne further in this wisdome, And it was very probable, that they who from their youth had been instructed in the things of God, being grown old, should also be grown further in this Wisdom, cc pn31 vbds av j, cst pns32 r-crq p-acp po32 n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vbg vvn j, vmd av vbi vvn av-jc p-acp d n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
904 and riper in this sort of knowledge. and riper in this sort of knowledge. cc jc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
905 And therefore Elihu spake according to the rule of right reason, when he judged that those three aged men had attained to a very high degree of divine light. And Therefore Elihu spoke according to the Rule of right reason, when he judged that those three aged men had attained to a very high degree of divine Light. cc av np1 vvd vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vvd cst d crd j-vvn n2 vhd vvn p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
906 Such is the goodnesse of God to his people, that usually they grow in grace and knowledge as they grow in yeares; Such is the Goodness of God to his people, that usually they grow in grace and knowledge as they grow in Years; d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst av-j pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
907 For though God is Debror to no man (but Creditor to all men) and though old age in it selfe considered, deserves nothing of God, For though God is Debror to no man (but Creditor to all men) and though old age in it self considered, deserves nothing of God, c-acp cs np1 vbz n1 p-acp dx n1 (p-acp n1 p-acp d n2) cc cs j n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vvn, vvz pix pp-f np1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
908 yea is not only undeserving, but (because sin multiplyes as our dayes doe) ill deserving, yea is not only undeserving, but (Because since multiplies as our days do) ill deserving, uh vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp (c-acp n1 vvz p-acp po12 n2 vdb) j-jn n-vvg, (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
909 yet as Christ saith, To him that hath, (that is, who useth and improveth what he hath) more shall be given; And therefore though true wisdome be a free gift, yet as christ Says, To him that hath, (that is, who uses and improveth what he hath) more shall be given; And Therefore though true Wisdom be a free gift, av c-acp np1 vvz, p-acp pno31 cst vhz, (cst vbz, r-crq vvz cc vvz r-crq pns31 vhz) av-dc vmb vbi vvn; cc av cs j n1 vbb dt j n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
910 and is infused and wrought by the Spirit of God, yet we may in probability, and is infused and wrought by the Spirit of God, yet we may in probability, cc vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns12 vmb p-acp n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
911 and ought according to charity, judge, that they who have most dayes, have also most wisdome. and ought according to charity, judge, that they who have most days, have also most Wisdom. cc pi vvg p-acp n1, n1, cst pns32 r-crq vhb ds n2, vhb av av-ds n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
913 I sayd multitude of yeares should teach wisdome. Hence observe first. I said multitude of Years should teach Wisdom. Hence observe First. pns11 vvd n1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi n1. av vvi ord. (5) chapter (DIV2) 155 Page 47
916 And therefore we have reason to expect much wisdome from those who have had a multitude of yeares past over their heads; And Therefore we have reason to expect much Wisdom from those who have had a multitude of Years passed over their Heads; cc av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d r-crq vhb vhn dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
917 It is a common rule in Logick, When sufficient causes are put in act, the effect must needs follow; It is a Common Rule in Logic, When sufficient Causes Are put in act, the Effect must needs follow; pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, c-crq j n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 vmb av vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
918 And so where probable causes are in act, probably the effect will follow. And so where probable Causes Are in act, probably the Effect will follow. cc av c-crq j n2 vbr p-acp n1, av-j dt n1 vmb vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
919 Old men having been well brought up in youth, and having had faire opportunities to attaine knowledge and wisdome, are rightly presumed and judged well stor'd and stockt with both. Old men having been well brought up in youth, and having had fair opportunities to attain knowledge and Wisdom, Are rightly presumed and judged well stored and stocked with both. j n2 vhg vbn av vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc vhg vhn j n2 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, vbr av-jn vvn cc vvn av vvn cc vvn p-acp d. (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
920 Where shall we finde wisdome, if not among the Ancients? where, if not among a multitude or throng of yeares and dayes? where else should we look for it? shall we goe and enquire among the greene heads and young beginners for it? shall we goe to novices and children for it? We may say, Where shall we find Wisdom, if not among the Ancients? where, if not among a multitude or throng of Years and days? where Else should we look for it? shall we go and inquire among the green Heads and young beginners for it? shall we go to Novices and children for it? We may say, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi n1, cs xx p-acp dt n2-j? q-crq, cs xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2? q-crq av vmd pns12 vvi p-acp pn31? vmb pns12 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc j n2 p-acp pn31? vmb pns12 vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31? pns12 vmb vvi, (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
921 surely they who have been long taught, have learned much, surely they who have heard many soule-searching Sermons, surely they who have been long taught, have learned much, surely they who have herd many soul-searching Sermons, av-j pns32 r-crq vhb vbn av-j vvn, vhb vvn av-d, av-j pns32 r-crq vhb vvn d j n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
922 and continued from day to day under the droppings of divine truths, are full of fruit and very fruitfull; and continued from day to day under the droppings of divine truths, Are full of fruit and very fruitful; cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, vbr j pp-f n1 cc av j; (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
923 whether shall we goe for fruit else, if not to these? shall we goe to those that live as upon the mountaines of Gilboa, where David prayed no raine might fall? shall we goe for Gospel-fruit to the wild naked untaught Indians and Barbarians, or to the rightly instituted and plentifully instructed Churches of Christ? may we not more then say, conclude, whither shall we go for fruit Else, if not to these? shall we go to those that live as upon the Mountains of Gilboa, where David prayed no rain might fallen? shall we go for Gospel-fruit to the wild naked untaught Indians and Barbarians, or to the rightly instituted and plentifully instructed Churches of christ? may we not more then say, conclude, cs vmb pns12 vvi p-acp n1 av, cs xx p-acp d? vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d cst vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-crq np1 vvd dx n1 vmd vvi? vmb pns12 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt j j j np1 cc n2-jn, cc p-acp dt av-jn vvn cc av-j vvn n2 pp-f np1? vmb pns12 xx av-dc cs vvb, vvb, (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
924 surely these are wise, and full of spirituall understanding? The Roman Orator Cicero took it for granted that his son Marcus was well grounded in and plentifully furnished with the principles of Philosophy, surely these Are wise, and full of spiritual understanding? The Roman Orator Cicero took it for granted that his son Marcus was well grounded in and plentifully furnished with the principles of Philosophy, av-j d vbr j, cc j pp-f j n1? dt njp n1 np1 vvd pn31 p-acp vvn cst po31 n1 np1 vbds av vvn p-acp cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
925 because he had been at Athens a whole yeare, and there heard Cratippus a famous Philosopher read many excellent Lectures about things natural and morall. Because he had been At Athens a Whole year, and there herd Cratippus a famous Philosopher read many excellent Lectures about things natural and moral. c-acp pns31 vhd vbn p-acp np1 dt j-jn n1, cc a-acp vvd np1 dt j n1 vvb d j n2 p-acp n2 j cc j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
926 And may we not say to many thousands of Gospel-hearers and professors, what? you that have heard such, And may we not say to many thousands of Gospel-hearers and professors, what? you that have herd such, cc vmb pns12 xx vvi p-acp d crd pp-f n2 cc n2, q-crq? pn22 cst vhb vvn d, (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
927 and such able Ministers, you that have had the word so long preached, and that at London (more famous for Gospel knowledge, and such able Ministers, you that have had the word so long preached, and that At London (more famous for Gospel knowledge, cc d j n2, pn22 cst vhb vhn dt n1 av av-j vvn, cc cst p-acp np1 (av-dc j p-acp n1 n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
928 then Athens for philosophy) surely you are filled with all knowledge in the mystery of Christ, then Athens for philosophy) surely you Are filled with all knowledge in the mystery of christ, av np1 p-acp n1) av-j pn22 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
929 and with all goodnesse in the practice of go•linesse. And doubtlesse, the Lord will argue it with those that have had time and opportunities, and with all Goodness in the practice of go•linesse. And doubtless, the Lord will argue it with those that have had time and opportunities, cc p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cc av-j, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d cst vhb vhd n1 cc n2, (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 48
930 as a rich price in their hand to get wisdome, as Elihu did with his friends being aged men. as a rich price in their hand to get Wisdom, as Elihu did with his Friends being aged men. c-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp po31 n2 vbg vvn n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 49
931 Who can imagine, but that they are full of wisdome, that they abound in knowledge and spirituall understanding, who abounding in dayes and yeares, have abounded also in meanes of knowledge. Note Secondly. Who can imagine, but that they Are full of Wisdom, that they abound in knowledge and spiritual understanding, who abounding in days and Years, have abounded also in means of knowledge. Note Secondly. q-crq vmb vvi, cc-acp cst pns32 vbr j pp-f n1, cst pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc j n1, r-crq vvg p-acp n2 cc n2, vhb vvn av p-acp n2 pp-f n1. n1 ord. (5) chapter (DIV2) 157 Page 49
932 As old men should abound in knowledge, so they should approve themselves ready to teach the ignorant. As old men should abound in knowledge, so they should approve themselves ready to teach the ignorant. p-acp j n2 vmd vvi p-acp n1, av pns32 vmd vvi px32 j pc-acp vvi dt j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 158 Page 49
933 I said dayes should speak, and multitude of yeares should teach wisdome. 'Tis a duty incumbent upon them who have learned much, to teach much. I said days should speak, and multitude of Years should teach Wisdom. It's a duty incumbent upon them who have learned much, to teach much. pns11 vvd n2 vmd vvi, cc n1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi n1. pn31|vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32 r-crq vhb vvn av-d, pc-acp vvi d. (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
934 To conveigh wisdome and knowledge to others is most proper to such, as well as most ornamental, and honourable. To convey Wisdom and knowledge to Others is most proper to such, as well as most ornamental, and honourable. p-acp vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn vbz av-ds j p-acp d, c-acp av c-acp ds j, cc j. (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
935 To be knowing our selves is a great mercy, and to helpe others to the knowledge of what we know is a great duty; To be knowing our selves is a great mercy, and to help Others to the knowledge of what we know is a great duty; pc-acp vbi vvg po12 n2 vbz dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb vbz dt j n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
936 we loose one speciall end of knowing, if we know only for our selves. To communicate and diffuse our knowledge to others is the noblest way of using it, we lose one special end of knowing, if we know only for our selves. To communicate and diffuse our knowledge to Others is the Noblest Way of using it, pns12 vvb crd j n1 pp-f vvg, cs pns12 vvb av-j p-acp po12 n2. p-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp n2-jn vbz dt js n1 pp-f vvg pn31, (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
937 and the best way of improving it, and that in a double respect; First, it is the best way of improving it, as to encrease; and the best Way of improving it, and that in a double respect; First, it is the best Way of improving it, as to increase; cc dt js n1 pp-f vvg pn31, cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1; ord, pn31 vbz dt js n1 pp-f vvg pn31, c-acp pc-acp vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
938 Secondly, it is the best way of improving it, as to reward. Secondly, it is the best Way of improving it, as to reward. ord, pn31 vbz dt js n1 pp-f vvg pn31, c-acp pc-acp vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
939 The more we give out our knowledge, the more we shall have of it, and the more we shall have for it both from God and men. The more we give out our knowledge, the more we shall have of it, and the more we shall have for it both from God and men. dt av-dc pns12 vvb av po12 n1, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vhi pp-f pn31, cc dt av-dc pns12 vmb vhi p-acp pn31 d p-acp np1 cc n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
940 The Apostle saith of a Gospel Minister (1 Tim. 3.2.) He must be apt to teach, not only able, The Apostle Says of a Gospel Minister (1 Tim. 3.2.) He must be apt to teach, not only able, dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 n1 (vvd np1 crd.) pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, xx av-j j, (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
941 but apt, that is, ready and willing to teach; but apt, that is, ready and willing to teach; cc-acp j, cst vbz, j cc j pc-acp vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
942 now what the Apostle speaks there of an Elder by office, is true of those that are elders in time, they also should be apt to teach; now what the Apostle speaks there of an Elder by office, is true of those that Are Elders in time, they also should be apt to teach; av q-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp pp-f dt n-jn p-acp n1, vbz j pp-f d cst vbr n2-jn p-acp n1, pns32 av vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi; (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
943 not only able, but ready and willing to teach in and according to their spheare and power. not only able, but ready and willing to teach in and according to their sphere and power. xx av-j j, cc-acp j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvg p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
944 I said dayes should speak, &c. Thirdly, Note. I said days should speak, etc. Thirdly, Note. pns11 vvd n2 vmd vvi, av ord, n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 159 Page 49
945 'Tis a reproach to old age, not to be knowing and w•se, not to be able and apt to teach wisdome. It's a reproach to old age, not to be knowing and w•se, not to be able and apt to teach Wisdom. pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp j n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvg cc n1, xx pc-acp vbi j cc j pc-acp vvi n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 160 Page 49
946 That old age is venerable, not which hath white hayre, but which whiteneth with vertuous and worthy actions; That old age is venerable, not which hath white hair, but which whiteneth with virtuous and worthy actions; cst j n1 vbz j, xx r-crq vhz j-jn n1, cc-acp r-crq vvz p-acp j cc j n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 49
947 Elihu speaks here, not only narratively but reprovingly, he reflects upon the ancient, whose abilities come not up to or doe not equall their yeares. Elihu speaks Here, not only narratively but reprovingly, he reflects upon the ancient, whose abilities come not up to or do not equal their Years. np1 vvz av, xx av-j av-j p-acp av-vvg, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j, rg-crq n2 vvb xx a-acp p-acp cc vdb xx vvi po32 n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 49
948 The aged may well blush and be ashamed to be sound ignorant of, or unskilfull in any thing that they ought to know. The aged may well blush and be ashamed to be found ignorant of, or unskilful in any thing that they ought to know. dt j-vvn vmb av vvi cc vbi j pc-acp vbi j j pp-f, cc j p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi. (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 49
949 The Apostle shames the Hebrewes with this, and tells them they were dull of hearing (Heb. 5.11, 12.) because when for the time they ought to be teachers, they had need that one should teach them againe which be the first principles of the oracles of God, The Apostle shames the Hebrews with this, and tells them they were dull of hearing (Hebrew 5.11, 12.) Because when for the time they ought to be Teachers, they had need that one should teach them again which be the First principles of the oracles of God, dt n1 vvz dt njpg2 p-acp d, cc vvz pno32 pns32 vbdr j pp-f vvg (np1 crd, crd) c-acp c-crq p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi n2, pns32 vhd n1 cst pi vmd vvi pno32 av r-crq vbb dt ord n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
950 and were become such as had need of milke and not of strong meate; and were become such as had need of milk and not of strong meat; cc vbdr vvn d c-acp vhd n1 pp-f n1 cc xx pp-f j n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
969 and the Chaldee paraphrase gives it in a like expression; and the Chaldee Paraphrase gives it in a like expression; cc dt np1 n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
970 Surely there is a prophetick spirit in the son of man, or, in the sons of men. Surely there is a prophetic Spirit in the son of man, or, in the Sons of men. av-j a-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
951 As if he had said, When for the time, dayes, and yeares, which have gone over your heads, (the reproofe lyes there) you should be able to teach others, what a shame is it that you your selves should not be capable of those higher teachings, which he calls strong meat, but must be dealt with about the very principles of Religion, As if he had said, When for the time, days, and Years, which have gone over your Heads, (the reproof lies there) you should be able to teach Others, what a shame is it that you your selves should not be capable of those higher teachings, which he calls strong meat, but must be dealt with about the very principles of Religion, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-crq p-acp dt n1, n2, cc n2, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp po22 n2, (dt n1 vvz a-acp) pn22 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi n2-jn, r-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 cst pn22 po22 n2 vmd xx vbi j pp-f d jc n2-vvg, r-crq pns31 vvz j n1, p-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
952 and be fed like Children with milke and spoones? How is it that you who should have had sences exercised to discerne both good & evill, should be so little able to distinguish them, either in their minds or degrees. and be fed like Children with milk and spoons? How is it that you who should have had Senses exercised to discern both good & evil, should be so little able to distinguish them, either in their minds or Degrees. cc vbi vvn av-j n2 p-acp n1 cc n2? q-crq vbz pn31 cst pn22 r-crq vmd vhi vhn n2 vvn pc-acp vvi d j cc j-jn, vmd vbi av j j pc-acp vvi pno32, av-d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
953 These were spiritually Children, while naturally old men; These were spiritually Children, while naturally old men; np1 vbdr av-j n2, cs av-j j n2; (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
954 They had not learned of their teachers, when the Apostle had reason to hope they had been able to teach learners, yea were learned teachers. They had not learned of their Teachers, when the Apostle had reason to hope they had been able to teach learners, yea were learned Teachers. pns32 vhd xx vvn pp-f po32 n2, c-crq dt n1 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi pns32 vhd vbn j pc-acp vvi n2, uh vbdr j n2. (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
955 Some are exceeding old, & exceeding ignorant, they have multitude of dayes upon them, yet if asked, they are not able to hold forth the least Number of divine truths, possibly not one in a right understanding; some Are exceeding old, & exceeding ignorant, they have multitude of days upon them, yet if asked, they Are not able to hold forth the least Number of divine truths, possibly not one in a right understanding; d vbr vvg j, cc av-vvg j, pns32 vhb n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno32, av cs vvn, pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi av dt ds n1 pp-f j-jn n2, av-j xx crd p-acp dt j-jn n1; (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
956 As gray haires are a crowne of glory when found in the way of righteousness, so gray haires are crowns of glory, As grey hairs Are a crown of glory when found in the Way of righteousness, so grey hairs Are crowns of glory, p-acp j-jn n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av j-jn n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
957 when found in a way of wisdome, knowledge, and understanding, otherwise to be old and dotish, old and sottish, how dishonorable is it! when found in a Way of Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding, otherwise to be old and dotish, old and sottish, how dishonourable is it! c-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1, av pc-acp vbi j cc j, j cc j, c-crq j vbz pn31! (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
958 yea, they that are old and ignorant, shall at last finde their old age, a strong aggravation, yea, they that Are old and ignorant, shall At last find their old age, a strong aggravation, uh, pns32 cst vbr j cc j, vmb p-acp ord vvi po32 j n1, dt j n1, (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
959 as of all their sins, so especially of their ignorance. as of all their Sins, so especially of their ignorance. c-acp pp-f d po32 n2, av av-j pp-f po32 n1. (5) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 50
960 JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 8, 9. But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding. JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 8, 9. But there is a Spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty gives them understanding. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1: cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz pno32 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 161 Page 51
961 Great men are not alwayes wise, neither doe the aged understand judgement. Great men Are not always wise, neither do the aged understand judgement. j n2 vbr xx av j, av-dx vdb dt j-vvn vvb n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 163 Page 51
962 ELihu, as was shewed in the former words, having in vaine waited for the wisdome of the Ancient, proceeds in this Context to give the reason why the Ancient are not alwayes wise. ELihu, as was showed in the former words, having in vain waited for the Wisdom of the Ancient, proceeds in this Context to give the reason why the Ancient Are not always wise. np1, a-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt j n2, vhg p-acp j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, vvz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq dt j vbr xx av j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 164 Page 51
963 Vers. 8. There is a spirit in man; and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding. There's the reason of it; Vers. 8. There is a Spirit in man; and the inspiration of the Almighty gives understanding. There's the reason of it; np1 crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1; cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz n1. pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 164 Page 51
964 we render the first word of this eight verse by the Adversative particle (But) there is a spirit in man; we render the First word of this eight verse by the Adversative particle (But) there is a Spirit in man; pns12 vvb dt ord n1 pp-f d crd n1 p-acp dt j n1 (p-acp) pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 165 Page 51
965 it is usually rendered by the Affirmative particle, verily, truly, or indeed. Mr Broughton saith, Certes a spirit is in sad man. it is usually rendered by the Affirmative particle, verily, truly, or indeed. Mr Broughton Says, Certes a Spirit is in sad man. pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, av-j, av-j, cc av. n1 np1 vvz, av dt n1 vbz p-acp j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 165 Page 51
966 These is some difference in opinion about this spirit affirmed to be in man. Divers expound Elihu intending the Spirit of God; These is Some difference in opinion about this Spirit affirmed to be in man. Divers expound Elihu intending the Spirit of God; d vbz d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp n1. np1 vvb np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
967 there is a spirit; that is, the divine Spirit, the holy Spirit of God, or God the Spirit is in man. there is a Spirit; that is, the divine Spirit, the holy Spirit of God, or God the Spirit is in man. a-acp vbz dt n1; cst vbz, dt j-jn n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc np1 dt n1 vbz p-acp n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
968 One of the Greek translations puts it into the text; Surely the Spirit of God is in man; One of the Greek Translations puts it into the text; Surely the Spirit of God is in man; crd pp-f dt jp n2 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1; av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
971 Some are induced to this interpretation, because it would be (say they) but a cold argument to commend what he had to say for the rectifying Job, by telling him that man hath a reasonable soule, which is common to all men. some Are induced to this Interpretation, Because it would be (say they) but a cold argument to commend what he had to say for the rectifying Job, by telling him that man hath a reasonable soul, which is Common to all men. d vbr vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vmd vbi (vvb pns32) p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg np1, p-acp vvg pno31 cst n1 vhz dt j n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp d n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
972 Yet I rather conceive that in this first part of the verse, the spirit spoken of is the naturall spirit of man, which in the latter part of the verse he affirmes is instructed, by the inspiration of the Almighty, with supernatural light for speciall services. Yet I rather conceive that in this First part of the verse, the Spirit spoken of is the natural Spirit of man, which in the latter part of the verse he affirms is instructed, by the inspiration of the Almighty, with supernatural Light for special services. av pns11 av-c vvb d p-acp d ord n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvn pp-f vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz vbz vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, p-acp j n1 p-acp j n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
973 The word is often used in Scripture to note the reasonable soule, or those powers of the soule which are the vessells of reason, The word is often used in Scripture to note the reasonable soul, or those Powers of the soul which Are the vessels of reason, dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc d n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
974 or in which naturall reason hath its seate and exercise. or in which natural reason hath its seat and exercise. cc p-acp r-crq j n1 vhz po31 n1 cc n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
975 There is a power of reasoning in man, or a spirit which is able to discourse of all things; There is a power of reasoning in man, or a Spirit which is able to discourse of all things; pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, cc dt n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f d n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 51
976 there was such a naturall power implanted in man at his Creation, and though that power be much weakned and broken by the fall, there was such a natural power implanted in man At his Creation, and though that power be much weakened and broken by the fallen, pc-acp vbds d dt j n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc cs d n1 vbb av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
977 yet there are, to this day, some remaines of it in all men as borne into this world; yet there Are, to this day, Some remains of it in all men as born into this world; av a-acp vbr, p-acp d n1, d vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2 c-acp vvn p-acp d n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
978 Surely there is a spirit in man; Surely there is a Spirit in man; av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
979 And because the word is universall, or extendable to all men, therefore it is more then probable the word spirit here is to be taken in the largest sence; And Because the word is universal, or extendable to all men, Therefore it is more then probable the word Spirit Here is to be taken in the Largest sense; cc c-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc j p-acp d n2, av pn31 vbz dc cs j dt n1 n1 av vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
980 for every man hath not the Spirit of God: for every man hath not the Spirit of God: p-acp d n1 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f np1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
981 yea the word here used for man, notes man of the meanest ranke or lowest forme; yea the word Here used for man, notes man of the Meanest rank or lowest Form; uh dt n1 av vvn p-acp n1, vvz n1 pp-f dt js n1 cc js n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
982 surely there is a spirit (in enosh Mr Broughton translates) in sad man, in sickly man, in weak man, in the sickliest weakest and lowest of men there is a soule, a spirit indued with reason; surely there is a Spirit (in enosh Mr Broughton translates) in sad man, in sickly man, in weak man, in the sickliest Weakest and lowest of men there is a soul, a Spirit endued with reason; av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 (p-acp av-d n1 np1 vvz) p-acp j n1, p-acp j n1, p-acp j n1, p-acp dt av-js js cc js pp-f n2 pc-acp vbz dt n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
983 this is, as the substratum or ground of the whole businesse, Surely there is a spirit in man. this is, as the substratum or ground of the Whole business, Surely there is a Spirit in man. d vbz, c-acp dt fw-la cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
984 And in the latter part of the verse, Elihu sheweth what that is which heighteneth raiseth and improveth this naturall spirit, certainly there is a spirit in man, every man hath a reasonable soule. And in the latter part of the verse, Elihu shows what that is which heighteneth Raiseth and improveth this natural Spirit, Certainly there is a Spirit in man, every man hath a reasonable soul. cc p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vvz q-crq d vbz r-crq vvz vvz cc vvz d j n1, av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, d n1 vhz dt j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
985 And the inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding. And the inspiration of the Almighty gives understanding. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 166 Page 52
986 The worke of God inlightning man is expressed by breathing; when Jesus Christ gave his Disciples the Spirit, he breathed upon them, (or inspired them) and said, receive ye the holy Ghost (John 20.22.) For, The work of God enlightening man is expressed by breathing; when jesus christ gave his Disciples the Spirit, he breathed upon them, (or inspired them) and said, receive you the holy Ghost (John 20.22.) For, dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg; c-crq np1 np1 vvd po31 n2 dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, (cc vvd pno32) cc vvd, vvb pn22 dt j n1 (np1 crd.) p-acp, (6) chapter (DIV2) 167 Page 52
987 as in the first Creation, when God gave man a naturall being, he breathed into his nostrills the breath of life, as in the First Creation, when God gave man a natural being, he breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, c-acp p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq np1 vvd n1 dt j vbg, pns31 vvn p-acp po31 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 167 Page 52
988 and man became a living soule (Gen. 2.7.) so in the second or new Creation God breaths a spirituall life into that life, and man became a living soul (Gen. 2.7.) so in the second or new Creation God breathes a spiritual life into that life, cc n1 vvd dt j-vvg n1 (np1 crd.) av p-acp dt ord cc j n1 np1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 167 Page 52
989 and man becomes a quickned soule; and man becomes a quickened soul; cc n1 vvz dt vvn n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 167 Page 52
990 And as his own soule is quickned by the holy Spirit of grace, so he is fitted, And as his own soul is quickened by the holy Spirit of grace, so he is fitted, cc c-acp po31 d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, av pns31 vbz vvn, (6) chapter (DIV2) 167 Page 52
991 as an instrument in the hand of God, to quicken the soules of others with grace, as an Instrument in the hand of God, to quicken the Souls of Others with grace, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 167 Page 52
992 or to instruct them in the wayes of grace. The inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding. or to instruct them in the ways of grace. The inspiration of the Almighty gives understanding. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 167 Page 52
993 But hath not the reasonable soule of every man an understanding? Doubtlesse it hath. Therefore I answer; But hath not the reasonable soul of every man an understanding? Doubtless it hath. Therefore I answer; cc-acp vhz xx dt j n1 pp-f d n1 dt n1? av-j pn31 vhz. av pns11 vvb; (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 52
994 The understanding may be taken two wayes; First, for the facultie; Secondly, for the furniture and enrichings of it; The understanding may be taken two ways; First, for the faculty; Secondly, for the furniture and enrichings of it; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn crd n2; ord, p-acp dt n1; ord, p-acp dt n1 cc n2-vvg pp-f pn31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 52
995 now though every man hath an understanding, yet every man hath not a furnished and an enriched understanding, a beautified and an adorned understanding. now though every man hath an understanding, yet every man hath not a furnished and an enriched understanding, a beautified and an adorned understanding. av cs d n1 vhz dt n1, av d n1 vhz xx dt vvn cc dt vvn n1, dt j-vvn cc dt j-vvn n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 52
996 The Scripture speakes of some men as if they were nothing but understanding ( Prov. 1.5.) A wise man will increase knowledge, The Scripture speaks of Some men as if they were nothing but understanding (Curae 1.5.) A wise man will increase knowledge, dt n1 vvz pp-f d n2 c-acp cs pns32 vbdr pix cc-acp n1 (np1 crd.) dt j n1 vmb vvi n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 53
997 and a man of understanding will attaine unto all Counsell; and a man of understanding will attain unto all Counsel; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 53
998 Every man hath an understanding, but every man is not a man of understanding; every man is not a man of understanding in naturall and civill things, much lesse in things divine and spirituall. Every man hath an understanding, but every man is not a man of understanding; every man is not a man of understanding in natural and civil things, much less in things divine and spiritual. d n1 vhz dt n1, cc-acp d n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1; d n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j cc j n2, av-d av-dc p-acp n2 j-jn cc j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 53
999 As some men have so much will, or rather wilfulnesse, that they are nothing but will; As Some men have so much will, or rather wilfulness, that they Are nothing but will; p-acp d n2 vhb av d n1, cc av-c n1, cst pns32 vbr pix p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 53
1000 and some have so much passion, that they are nothing but passion; and Some have so much passion, that they Are nothing but passion; cc d vhb av d n1, cst pns32 vbr pix p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 53
1001 so others have such riches and treasures of understanding, as if they were nothing but understanding. so Others have such riches and treasures of understanding, as if they were nothing but understanding. av n2-jn vhb d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr pix cc-acp n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 53
1002 Now, it is the speciall inspiration of the Almighty which giveth such an understanding; that is, an enlarged and an enriched understanding. Now, it is the special inspiration of the Almighty which gives such an understanding; that is, an enlarged and an enriched understanding. av, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn r-crq vvz d dt n1; d vbz, dt vvn cc dt vvn n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 53
1003 We say, the inspiration of the Almighty g veth understanding. We say, the inspiration of the Almighty g veth understanding. pns12 vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn zz vvz n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 168 Page 53
1004 The Hebrew is but one word, which we may expresse as some doe, It Intellectifieth. So then, the scope and meaning of this verse is plainly this; The Hebrew is but one word, which we may express as Some do, It Intellectifieth. So then, the scope and meaning of this verse is plainly this; dt njp vbz cc-acp crd n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d vdb, pn31 vvz. av av, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av-j d; (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1005 That howsoever every man, the meanest of men, hath a reasonable soule, yet the furniture of the understanding, That howsoever every man, the Meanest of men, hath a reasonable soul, yet the furniture of the understanding, cst c-acp d n1, dt js pp-f n2, vhz dt j n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1006 or mans fulness of wisdome and knowledge is by gift or inspiration of the Almighty; and therefore some read the verse thus; or men fullness of Wisdom and knowledge is by gift or inspiration of the Almighty; and Therefore Some read the verse thus; cc ng1 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn; cc av d vvb dt n1 av; (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1007 Surely there is a spirit in man, but the inspiration of the Almighty maketh them to understand. Surely there is a Spirit in man, but the inspiration of the Almighty makes them to understand. av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1008 Thus Elihu would g•ine credit and authority to what he had to deliver, as being by the teachings and dictates of the Spirit of God. Thus Elihu would g•ine credit and Authority to what he had to deliver, as being by the teachings and dictates of the Spirit of God. av np1 vmd vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi, c-acp vbg p-acp dt n2-vvg cc vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1009 The Seventy comply fully with this rendering; There is a spirit in men, but the inspiration of the Almighty teacheth; The Seventy comply Fully with this rendering; There is a Spirit in men, but the inspiration of the Almighty Teaches; dt crd vvi av-j p-acp d n-vvg; a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz; (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1010 As if Elihu had said, Though man be endewed with naturall knowledge and reason, which can doe somewhat, As if Elihu had said, Though man be endued with natural knowledge and reason, which can do somewhat, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1, r-crq vmb vdi av, (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1011 yet untill light shines from above, till the spirit of God comes in and enlargeth the naturall spirit, it cannot see farre, nor doe any great matter. yet until Light shines from above, till the Spirit of God comes in and enlarges the natural Spirit, it cannot see Far, nor doe any great matter. av c-acp n1 vvz p-acp a-acp, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp cc vvz dt j n1, pn31 vmbx vvi av-j, ccx n1 d j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1012 Or take the sence of the whole verse thus, in connection with what went before; Or take the sense of the Whole verse thus, in connection with what went before; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 av, p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq vvd a-acp; (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1013 Though old age hath odds of youth, yet one man as well as another hath a spirit of reason and judgement in him, whereby through supply of speciall inspiration from God (who can doe all things) he may be able to know that which want of yeares denieth him. From the words thus opened, Observe, First. Though old age hath odds of youth, yet one man as well as Another hath a Spirit of reason and judgement in him, whereby through supply of special inspiration from God (who can do all things) he may be able to know that which want of Years Denieth him. From the words thus opened, Observe, First. cs j n1 vhz n2 pp-f n1, av crd n1 c-acp av c-acp n-jn vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, c-crq p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 (r-crq vmb vdi d n2) pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vvz pno31. p-acp dt n2 av vvn, vvb, ord. (6) chapter (DIV2) 169 Page 53
1014 Wisdome or understanding is the gift of the Spirit of God. Wisdom or understanding is the gift of the Spirit of God. n1 cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 170 Page 53
1015 We have a like assertion by way of question in the 38th Chapter of this booke ( ver. 36.) Who hath put wisdome into the inward parts, We have a like assertion by Way of question in the 38th Chapter of this book (for. 36.) Who hath put Wisdom into the inward parts, pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 (p-acp. crd) r-crq vhz vvn n1 p-acp dt j n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1016 or who hath given understanding to the heart? who hath? hath man put wisdome into himselfe? or hath he made his own heart to understand? the Question denies, no, man hath not done it. or who hath given understanding to the heart? who hath? hath man put Wisdom into himself? or hath he made his own heart to understand? the Question Denies, no, man hath not done it. cc r-crq vhz vvn n1 p-acp dt n1? r-crq vhz? vhz n1 vvn n1 p-acp px31? cc vhz pns31 vvn po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi? dt n1 vvz, uh-dx, n1 vhz xx vdn pn31. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1017 Wisdome is an Influence or an Inspiration from the Almighty; Wisdom is an Influence or an Inspiration from the Almighty; n1 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1018 knowledge to order common things is of the Lord ( Isa. 28.26, 29.) His God doth instruct him (the husbandman he meanes) to discretion (in ordering the ground) and doth teach him; how much more in spirituall things and the mysteries of the kingdome of heaven. ( Prov. 16.1.) The preparation of the heart in man, knowledge to order Common things is of the Lord (Isaiah 28.26, 29.) His God does instruct him (the husbandman he means) to discretion (in ordering the ground) and does teach him; how much more in spiritual things and the Mysteres of the Kingdom of heaven. (Curae 16.1.) The preparation of the heart in man, n1 pc-acp vvi j n2 vbz pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd, crd) po31 n1 vdz vvi pno31 (dt n1 pns31 vvz) p-acp n1 (p-acp vvg dt n1) cc vdz vvi pno31; c-crq av-d av-dc p-acp j n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1019 and the Answer of the tongue (that is, The fitting of the heart for any right answer of the tongue) is from the Lord; both the generall preparation of the heart for service or use, and the Answer of the tongue (that is, The fitting of the heart for any right answer of the tongue) is from the Lord; both the general preparation of the heart for service or use, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (cst vbz, dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1) vbz p-acp dt n1; d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1020 and the speciall preparation of it to this or that service & use is of the Lord, and the special preparation of it to this or that service & use is of the Lord, cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d cc d n1 cc n1 vbz pp-f dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1021 & so is the Answer of the tongue for the discharge of it. ( Eccles. 2.26.) God giveth to a man that is good in his sight, wisdome and knowledge and joy; & so is the Answer of the tongue for the discharge of it. (Eccles. 2.26.) God gives to a man that is good in his sighed, Wisdom and knowledge and joy; cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (np1 crd.) np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp po31 n1, n1 cc n1 cc n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1022 As God giveth man the knowledge of things, so wisdome to know how to order and manage the things that he knoweth; As God gives man the knowledge of things, so Wisdom to know how to order and manage the things that he Knoweth; p-acp np1 vvz n1 dt n1 pp-f n2, av n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 cst pns31 vvz; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1023 Some have more knowledge then they know how to manage, their knowledge masters them, they are not masters of their knowledge; some have more knowledge then they know how to manage, their knowledge Masters them, they Are not Masters of their knowledge; d vhb dc n1 cs pns32 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi, po32 n1 n2 pno32, pns32 vbr xx n2 pp-f po32 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1024 they have more knowledge then wisdome. they have more knowledge then Wisdom. pns32 vhb dc n1 cs n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1025 Now God gives to him that is good in his sight (that is, to the man whom he chooseth and is pleased with) knowledge and wisdome; Now God gives to him that is good in his sighed (that is, to the man whom he chooses and is pleased with) knowledge and Wisdom; av np1 vvz p-acp pno31 cst vbz j p-acp po31 n1 (cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 ro-crq pns31 vvz cc vbz vvn p-acp) n1 cc n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1026 and then he gives him joy, that is, Comfort in the exercise of that knowledge wherewith he is endued; and then he gives him joy, that is, Comfort in the exercise of that knowledge wherewith he is endued; cc cs pns31 vvz pno31 n1, cst vbz, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1027 this is a notable and a noble gift of God. this is a notable and a noble gift of God. d vbz dt j cc dt j n1 pp-f np1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1028 We read ( Isa. 11.2.) The spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the spir•t of wisdome and understanding; We read (Isaiah 11.2.) The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the spir•t of Wisdom and understanding; pns12 vvb (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1029 It is a prophesie of Christ, who being made in all things like to man, had a naturall spirit, It is a prophesy of christ, who being made in all things like to man, had a natural Spirit, pn31 vbz dt vvb pp-f np1, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp d n2 av-j p-acp n1, vhd dt j n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1030 or a reasonable faculty, and he had that furnished by the spirit without measure; or a reasonable faculty, and he had that furnished by the Spirit without measure; cc dt j n1, cc pns31 vhd d vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1031 the spirit of the Lord rested upon him, the spirit of wisdome and understanding, the spirit of Counsell and might, the spirit of knowledge and of the feare of the Lord; the Spirit of the Lord rested upon him, the Spirit of Wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of Counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and of the Fear of the Lord; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1032 even Christ as man received an unction or inspiration from the Almighty for the fullfilling of his Mediatoriall office; even christ as man received an unction or inspiration from the Almighty for the fulfilling of his Mediatorial office; av np1 p-acp n1 vvd dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 j n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1033 much more doe meere men for the fullfilling of any office they are called unto. (2 Cor 3.5.) We are not sufficient of our selves so much as to thinke a good thought; much more do mere men for the fulfilling of any office they Are called unto. (2 Cor 3.5.) We Are not sufficient of our selves so much as to think a good Thought; av-d av-dc vdb j n2 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp. (crd uh crd.) pns12 vbr xx j pp-f po12 n2 av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1034 Our sufficiency is by the Inspiration of the Almighty. ( James 1.17.) Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above; Our sufficiency is by the Inspiration of the Almighty. (James 1.17.) Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above; po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (np1 crd.) d j n1 cc d j n1 vbz p-acp a-acp; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 54
1035 It is not a vapour that riseth out of the earth, but an Influence which distills and drops downe from heaven, it is from above; It is not a vapour that Riseth out of the earth, but an Influence which distils and drops down from heaven, it is from above; pn31 vbz xx dt n1 cst vvz av pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz cc n2 a-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vbz p-acp a-acp; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1036 that is, from God, who though he be every where filling both heaven and earth with his essentiall presence, that is, from God, who though he be every where filling both heaven and earth with his essential presence, d vbz, p-acp np1, r-crq cs pns31 vbb zz c-crq vvg d n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 j n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1037 yet (according to Scripture language) his most glorious and manifestative presence is above; and therefore to say, every good gift is from above, is all one as to say, it is from God. yet (according to Scripture language) his most glorious and manifestative presence is above; and Therefore to say, every good gift is from above, is all one as to say, it is from God. av (vvg p-acp n1 n1) po31 av-ds j cc j n1 vbz a-acp; cc av pc-acp vvi, d j n1 vbz p-acp a-acp, vbz d pi a-acp pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz p-acp np1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1038 Daniel and those other three Noble youths of the Jewish race exceeded all the wise men of Chaldea in rare abilities, daniel and those other three Noble youths of the Jewish raze exceeded all the wise men of Chaldea in rare abilities, np1 cc d j-jn crd j n2 pp-f dt jp n1 vvd d dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1039 and the Scripture tells us, whence it was, that they did so. ( Dan. 1.17.) As for these foure Children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdome; and the Scripture tells us, whence it was, that they did so. (Dan. 1.17.) As for these foure Children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and Wisdom; cc dt n1 vvz pno12, c-crq pn31 vbds, cst pns32 vdd av. (np1 crd.) c-acp p-acp d crd n2, np1 vvd pno32 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1040 and the assertion is layd downe in General ( Dan. 2.21.) He (that is, God) changeth times and seasons, he removeth Kings and setteth up Kings, he giveth wisdome to the wise, and the assertion is laid down in General (Dan. 2.21.) He (that is, God) changes times and seasons, he Removeth Kings and sets up Kings, he gives Wisdom to the wise, cc dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1 (np1 crd.) pns31 (cst vbz, np1) vvz n2 cc n2, pns31 vvz n2 cc vvz a-acp n2, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1041 and knowledge to them that know understanding; and knowledge to them that know understanding; cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1042 All these Scriptures speak with one Consent the language of this Text, It is the Inspiration of the Almighty that giveth understanding. All these Scriptures speak with one Consent the language of this Text, It is the Inspiration of the Almighty that gives understanding. d d n2 vvb p-acp crd vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cst vvz n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1043 And if we compare 1 Sam: 10.1. with the 6th 9th 11th and 12th verses of the same Chapter, we have a most remarkable passage to this purpose. And if we compare 1 Sam: 10.1. with the 6th 9th 11th and 12th Verses of the same Chapter, we have a most remarkable passage to this purpose. cc cs pns12 vvb crd np1: crd. p-acp dt ord ord ord cc ord n2 pp-f dt d n1, pns12 vhb dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1044 Where Saul having received the unction from Samuel, both as an assurance of and a preparation for the exercise of his kingly office over Israel; Samuel tells him ( ver. 6.) The Spirit of the Lord will come upon thee, Where Saul having received the unction from Samuel, both as an assurance of and a preparation for the exercise of his kingly office over Israel; Samuel tells him (for. 6.) The Spirit of the Lord will come upon thee, q-crq np1 vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp np1, d c-acp dt n1 pp-f cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp np1; np1 vvz pno31 (p-acp. crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1045 and thou shalt prophecy with them (that is, with the company of Prophets spoken of in the former verse) and shalt be turned into another man. and thou shalt prophecy with them (that is, with the company of prophets spoken of in the former verse) and shalt be turned into Another man. cc pns21 vm2 n1 p-acp pno32 (cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn pp-f p-acp dt j n1) cc vm2 vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1046 And the holy text adds ( ver. 9.) God gave (or as we put in the margin turned) him another heart. And the holy text adds (for. 9.) God gave (or as we put in the margin turned) him Another heart. cc dt j n1 vvz (p-acp. crd) np1 vvd (cc c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1 vvd) pno31 j-jn n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1047 There is a twofold turning or changing of the heart, or of a man into another man. First, by gifts of Illumination; There is a twofold turning or changing of the heart, or of a man into Another man. First, by Gifts of Illumination; pc-acp vbz dt j n-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1. ord, p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1048 Secondly, by the grace of Sanctification; Secondly, by the grace of Sanctification; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1049 the great change of the heart is that change, of Conversion, by the grace of Sanctification; the great change of the heart is that change, of Conversion, by the grace of Sanctification; dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d n1, pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1050 Saul was not turned into another man, nor had he another heart, as changed by Grace (for he shewed still his old heart in his new kingly state) but he had another heart, or he was another man as changed by gifts; Saul was not turned into Another man, nor had he Another heart, as changed by Grace (for he showed still his old heart in his new kingly state) but he had Another heart, or he was Another man as changed by Gifts; np1 vbds xx vvn p-acp j-jn n1, ccx vhd pns31 j-jn n1, c-acp vvn p-acp n1 (c-acp pns31 vvd av po31 j n1 p-acp po31 j j n1) cc-acp pns31 vhd j-jn n1, cc pns31 vbds j-jn n1 c-acp vvn p-acp n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1051 the spirit of the Almighty gave him understanding for the Government which he was called to; the Spirit of the Almighty gave him understanding for the Government which he was called to; dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvd pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1052 for whereas before he had only a private spirit, taken up about cattel and the affaires of husbandry, for whereas before he had only a private Spirit, taken up about cattle and the affairs of Husbandry, c-acp cs a-acp pns31 vhd av-j dt j n1, vvn a-acp p-acp n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1053 then God gave him a spirit of prudence and valour, a spirit of wisdome and magnanimity, a Noble and an Heroicall Spirit, befitting the Governour of so great and populous a kingdome, both in peace and warre. then God gave him a Spirit of prudence and valour, a Spirit of Wisdom and magnanimity, a Noble and an Heroical Spirit, befitting the Governor of so great and populous a Kingdom, both in peace and war. cs np1 vvd pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt j cc dt j n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f av j cc j dt n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 55
1054 Every Calling is a mystery, much more the Calling of Kings and Supreame Magistrates. Every Calling is a mystery, much more the Calling of Kings and Supreme Magistrates. np1 vvg vbz dt n1, d n1 dt vvg pp-f n2 cc j n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1055 It was said to Imperiall Rome; Doe thou remember to Rule Nations and Kingdomes, let these be thy arts; It was said to Imperial Room; Do thou Remember to Rule nations and Kingdoms, let these be thy arts; pn31 vbds vvn p-acp j-jn vvb; vdb pns21 vvi pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, vvb d vbb po21 n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1056 This Art the Spirit of the Lord gave Saul, even knowledge and skill to rule and governe; This Art the Spirit of the Lord gave Saul, even knowledge and skill to Rule and govern; d n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd np1, av n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1057 yea he had a gift of Illumination, not only for government, but for prophesie, he was found amongst the Prophets; yea he had a gift of Illumination, not only for government, but for prophesy, he was found among the prophets; uh pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp vvi, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1058 and when ( v. 11th) they asked (wondering) Is Saul also amongst the Prophets; and when (v. 11th) they asked (wondering) Is Saul also among the prophets; cc q-crq (n1 ord) pns32 vvd (vvg) vbz np1 av p-acp dt n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1059 As if they had said, How strange and unheard of a thing is this, that Saul should be furnished with the gift of prophecy, As if they had said, How strange and unheard of a thing is this, that Saul should be furnished with the gift of prophecy, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, c-crq j cc j pp-f dt n1 vbz d, cst np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1060 and joyne himselfe with the Prophets? They who before were acquainted with his person and manner of education, were even amazed at the sight; and join himself with the prophets? They who before were acquainted with his person and manner of education, were even amazed At the sighed; cc vvi px31 p-acp dt n2? pns32 r-crq a-acp vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1061 And while they were surprized with this amazement, one of the same place (as it seemes wiser then the rest) Answered and said, but who is their father? (ver. 12.) That's the speciall word, And while they were surprised with this amazement, one of the same place (as it seems Wiser then the rest) Answered and said, but who is their father? (for. 12.) That's the special word, cc cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, crd pp-f dt d n1 (c-acp pn31 vvz jc cs dt n1) vvd cc vvd, cc-acp q-crq vbz po32 n1? (p-acp. crd) d|vbz dt j n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1062 for which I alledge this text. What? Saul among the Prophets! is it not strange that he should be Inspired! for which I allege this text. What? Saul among the prophets! is it not strange that he should be Inspired! p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb d n1. q-crq? np1 p-acp dt n2! vbz pn31 xx j cst pns31 vmd vbi j-vvn! (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1063 Then one Answered and said, who is their father? As if he had said, Doe not any longer stand wondering at this thing, Then one Answered and said, who is their father? As if he had said, Do not any longer stand wondering At this thing, av pi vvd cc vvd, r-crq vbz po32 n1? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vdb xx d jc n1 vvg p-acp d n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1064 but consider who is the father of Saul as a Prophet, as also the father of all these Prophets. but Consider who is the father of Saul as a Prophet, as also the father of all these prophets. cc-acp vvb r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av dt n1 pp-f d d n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1065 Saul was the son of Kish as to naturall descent, but he had another father as he was a Prophet, Saul was the son of Kish as to natural descent, but he had Another father as he was a Prophet, np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp p-acp j n1, cc-acp pns31 vhd j-jn n1 c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1066 and so all these Prophets, had (besides theit Fathers as men) one and the same father as Prophets. and so all these prophets, had (beside theit Father's as men) one and the same father as prophets. cc av d d n2, vhd (p-acp n1 n2 p-acp n2) crd cc dt d n1 c-acp n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1067 Therefore wonder not that ye heare Saul prophecying, for all these whom ye heare and see prophecying, have not these gifts by birth from men, Therefore wonder not that you hear Saul prophesying, for all these whom you hear and see prophesying, have not these Gifts by birth from men, av vvb xx cst pn22 vvb np1 vvg, c-acp d d ro-crq pn22 vvb cc vvb vvg, vhb xx d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1068 nor by industry from themselves, but from God who is a free agent, and inspireth whom he pleaseth. nor by industry from themselves, but from God who is a free agent, and inspireth whom he Pleases. ccx p-acp n1 p-acp px32, cc-acp p-acp np1 r-crq vbz dt j n1, cc vvz r-crq pns31 vvz. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1069 The same God who, by inspiration, hath freely bestowed those gifts upon the other Prophets, hath also inspired Saul with a gift of prophecy. The same God who, by inspiration, hath freely bestowed those Gifts upon the other prophets, hath also inspired Saul with a gift of prophecy. dt d np1 r-crq, p-acp n1, vhz av-j vvn d n2 p-acp dt j-jn n2, vhz av vvn np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1070 The Spirit of God is his father (in that capacity) as well as the father of these other Prophets. The Spirit of God is his father (in that capacity) as well as the father of these other prophets. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po31 n1 (p-acp d n1) c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1071 And hence that Scripture runs in the plurall number, who is their father? Unlesse God give power from above, the understanding is darke, the memory unfaithfull, the tongue stammering; And hence that Scripture runs in the plural number, who is their father? Unless God give power from above, the understanding is dark, the memory unfaithful, the tongue stammering; cc av d n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz po32 n1? cs np1 vvb n1 p-acp a-acp, dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 j, dt n1 n-vvg; (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1072 It is light from on high that teacheth the skill of prophecy. It is Light from on high that Teaches the skill of prophecy. pn31 vbz j p-acp p-acp j cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1073 Solomon had the greatest measure of understanding of any meere man since the fall of man, Solomon had the greatest measure of understanding of any mere man since the fallen of man, np1 vhd dt js n1 pp-f n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1074 and of him it is said, (1 Kings 4.29.) God gave Solomon wisdome and understanding exceeding much, and of him it is said, (1 Kings 4.29.) God gave Solomon Wisdom and understanding exceeding much, cc pp-f pno31 pn31 vbz vvn, (crd n2 crd.) np1 vvd np1 n1 cc n1 vvg d, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1075 and largenesse of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea-shore. and largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the seashore. cc n1 pp-f n1, av c-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 56
1076 Solomons heart had been as narrow as another mans, if the Inspiration of the Almighty had not widened it. Solomons heart had been as narrow as Another men, if the Inspiration of the Almighty had not widened it. np1 n1 vhd vbn a-acp j c-acp j-jn n2, cs dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vhd xx vvn pn31. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 57
1077 When Moses was so sinfully modest, as to excuse his Embassie to Pharoah, supposing himselfe not fitted for such an undertaking ( Exod: 4.10, 11.) O my Lord, I am not eloquent, When Moses was so sinfully modest, as to excuse his Embassy to Pharaoh, supposing himself not fitted for such an undertaking (Exod: 4.10, 11.) Oh my Lord, I am not eloquent, c-crq np1 vbds av av-j j, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1, vvg px31 xx vvn p-acp d dt vvg (j: crd, crd) uh po11 n1, pns11 vbm xx j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 57
1078 neither heretofore nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant, but I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue. neither heretofore nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant, but I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue. av-dx av ccx c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 57
1079 God presently put the question to him, Who hath made mans mouth? &c. As if he had said, Cannot he give words into thy mouth, who gave thee a mouth? cannot he act thy organs of speech who made them? Now therefore goe and I will be with thy mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say. God presently put the question to him, Who hath made men Mouth? etc. As if he had said, Cannot he give words into thy Mouth, who gave thee a Mouth? cannot he act thy organs of speech who made them? Now Therefore go and I will be with thy Mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say. np1 av-j vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vhz vvn ng1 n1? av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vmbx pns31 vvi n2 p-acp po21 n1, r-crq vvd pno21 dt n1? vmbx pns31 vvi po21 n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vvd pno32? av av vvi cc pns11 vmb vbi p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb pno21 r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 57
1080 The Inspiration of the Almighty shall give thee understanding. Heathen Poets have boasted of their ••ptures and inspirations. The Inspiration of the Almighty shall give thee understanding. Heathen Poets have boasted of their ••ptures and inspirations. dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vmb vvi pno21 n1. j-jn n2 vhb vvn pp-f po32 n2 cc n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 57
1081 The people of God have a promise of the Spirit to lead them into all truth, The people of God have a promise of the Spirit to led them into all truth, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 57
1082 and to helpe them in maintaining those truths. and to help them in maintaining those truths. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg d n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 171 Page 57
1083 From this generall, that the furniture of the understanding is the gift of God, or by Inspiration of the Almighty, take these hints by way of Coralary. From this general, that the furniture of the understanding is the gift of God, or by Inspiration of the Almighty, take these hints by Way of Corollary. p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn, vvb d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 172 Page 57
1084 First, If a right understanding flow from the Inspiration of the Almighty, then pray for an understanding, pray for the Spirit; First, If a right understanding flow from the Inspiration of the Almighty, then pray for an understanding, pray for the Spirit; ord, cs dt j-jn n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, av vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1085 Ye have not because ye aske not, saith the Apostle ( James 4.2.) God gives wisdome, You have not Because you ask not, Says the Apostle (James 4.2.) God gives Wisdom, pn22 vhb xx p-acp pn22 vvb xx, vvz dt n1 (np1 crd.) np1 vvz n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1086 but he gives it to them that aske it ( Jam: 1.5.) If any man want wisdome, let him ask it of God, who giveth liberally and upbraideth not. but he gives it to them that ask it (Jam: 1.5.) If any man want Wisdom, let him ask it of God, who gives liberally and upbraideth not. cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31 (fw-la: crd.) cs d n1 vvb n1, vvb pno31 vvi pn31 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz av-j cc vvz xx. (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1087 God upbraideth us not, either with our want of wisdome, or with the abundance of wisdome that he is pleased to supply us with, and give out to us. God upbraideth us not, either with our want of Wisdom, or with the abundance of Wisdom that he is pleased to supply us with, and give out to us. np1 vvz pno12 xx, av-d p-acp po12 n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp, cc vvb av p-acp pno12. (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1088 When Solomon was put to his choice what to aske, he said, Give thy servant an understanding heart. When Solomon was put to his choice what to ask, he said, Give thy servant an understanding heart. c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 r-crq pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvd, vvb po21 n1 dt j-vvg n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1089 God gave Solomon wisdome, but Solomon asked it first. God gave Solomon Wisdom, but Solomon asked it First. np1 vvd np1 n1, cc-acp np1 vvd pn31 ord. (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1090 All good things are shut up in promises, and the promises are opened to give out their good things, All good things Are shut up in promises, and the promises Are opened to give out their good things, av-d j n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n2, cc dt n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av po32 j n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1091 when we pray. ( Prov. 23.5.) When thou Cryest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voyce for understanding, when we pray. (Curae 23.5.) When thou Christ After knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding, c-crq pns12 vvb. (np1 crd.) c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp n1, cc vv2 a-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1092 then shalt thou understand the feare of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God. then shalt thou understand the Fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God. av vm2 pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1093 To pray well is to stud•e well, because by prayer light comes in from on high to make studies successfull, To pray well is to stud•e well, Because by prayer Light comes in from on high to make studies successful, p-acp vvb av vbz pc-acp vbi av, c-acp p-acp n1 n1 vvz p-acp p-acp a-acp j pc-acp vvi n2 j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1094 and the worke to prosper in our hand. As the Almighty breatheth downe on us, so we must breath up to the Almighty. and the work to prosper in our hand. As the Almighty breathes down on us, so we must breath up to the Almighty. cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1. p-acp dt j-jn vvz a-acp p-acp pno12, av pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt j-jn. (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1095 To expect and not to pray, is to tempt God, not to trust him. To expect and not to pray, is to tempt God, not to trust him. p-acp vvi cc xx pc-acp vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi np1, xx pc-acp vvi pno31. (6) chapter (DIV2) 173 Page 57
1096 Secondly, Doe not onely pray for wisdome, but use meanes, and be industrious for the obtaining of it; Secondly, Do not only pray for Wisdom, but use means, and be Industria for the obtaining of it; ord, vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb n2, cc vbi j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 174 Page 57
1097 The gift of God doth not take off the diligence of man. The gift of God does not take off the diligence of man. dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 174 Page 58
1098 God doth not worke in us that we should sit still. ( Prov. 2.4.) Then shalt thou know wisdome when thou seekest her as silver, God does not work in us that we should fit still. (Curae 2.4.) Then shalt thou know Wisdom when thou Seekest her as silver, np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vmd vvi av. (np1 crd.) av vm2 pns21 vvi n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 pno31 p-acp n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 174 Page 58
1099 and searchest for her as for hid treasure. And where is this treasure to be had? Surely in the mines of Scripture, and searchest for her as for hid treasure. And where is this treasure to be had? Surely in the mines of Scripture, cc vvn p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp j-vvn n1. cc c-crq vbz d n1 pc-acp vbi vhn? np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 174 Page 58
1100 and in all those Appoyntments wherein God hath promised to meete his people, to shine upon them and give them the knowledge of his wayes in Jesus Christ. and in all those Appointments wherein God hath promised to meet his people, to shine upon them and give them the knowledge of his ways in jesus christ. cc p-acp d d n2 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cc vvb pno32 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp np1 np1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 174 Page 58
1101 Thirdly, Be thankfull for any gift of knowledge; for every beame and ray of light be thankfull; Thirdly, Be thankful for any gift of knowledge; for every beam and ray of Light be thankful; ord, vbb j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbb j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 175 Page 58
1102 It is God who commands light to shine out of darknesse, and that God who at first commanded light to shine out of darknesse, dayly shineth into our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ, (2 Cor. 4.6.) It is God who commands Light to shine out of darkness, and that God who At First commanded Light to shine out of darkness, daily shines into our hearts, to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of jesus christ, (2 Cor. 4.6.) pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1, cc cst np1 r-crq p-acp ord vvd n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1, av-j vvz p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (crd np1 crd.) (6) chapter (DIV2) 175 Page 58
1103 Fourthly, If understanding be from Inspiration, then they who have received much understanding, must be caution'd against two evills; Fourthly, If understanding be from Inspiration, then they who have received much understanding, must be cautioned against two evils; ord, cs n1 vbb p-acp n1, cs pns32 r-crq vhb vvn d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2-jn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 176 Page 58
1104 First, not to be proud, nor high minded; First, not to be proud, nor high minded; ord, xx pc-acp vbi j, ccx j vvn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 176 Page 58
1105 that our gifts come from on high, should make us very low in our owne eyes. that our Gifts come from on high, should make us very low in our own eyes. d po12 n2 vvb p-acp p-acp j, vmd vvi pno12 av av-j p-acp po12 d n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 176 Page 58
1106 What hast thou that thou hast not received, and if thou hast received it, why doest thou glory as if thou hadst not received it? These are the Apostles soule-humbling and pride-mortifying questions or expostulations rather (1 Cor. 4.7.) You that have received the greatest gifts, whom the Inspiration of the Almighty hath made most wise and understanding, be ye most humble in your selves. What hast thou that thou hast not received, and if thou hast received it, why dost thou glory as if thou Hadst not received it? These Are the Apostles Soul-humbling and pride-mortifying questions or expostulations rather (1 Cor. 4.7.) You that have received the greatest Gifts, whom the Inspiration of the Almighty hath made most wise and understanding, be the most humble in your selves. q-crq vh2 pns21 cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn, cc cs pns21 vh2 vvn pn31, q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi c-acp cs pns21 vhd2 xx vvn pn31? d vbr dt n2 j cc j n2 cc n2 av (vvd np1 crd.) pn22 cst vhb vvn dt js n2, ro-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn av-ds j cc n1, vbb dt av-ds j p-acp po22 n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 176 Page 58
1107 Secondly, let me adde (which is another dangerous rock upon which great gifts are apt to dash and split you) take heed of despising those who have received lesse; Secondly, let me add (which is Another dangerous rock upon which great Gifts Are apt to dash and split you) take heed of despising those who have received less; ord, vvb pno11 vvi (r-crq vbz j-jn j n1 p-acp r-crq j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22) vvb n1 pp-f vvg d r-crq vhb vvn av-dc; (6) chapter (DIV2) 176 Page 58
1108 our portions are divided and allotted to us by the hand of God. Divine wisdome gives us our portion of wisdome; our portions Are divided and allotted to us by the hand of God. Divine Wisdom gives us our portion of Wisdom; po12 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 n1 vvz pno12 po12 n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 176 Page 58
1109 He that hath most, hath no more then God hath given; and he that hath least, hath as much as God is pleased to give. He that hath most, hath no more then God hath given; and he that hath least, hath as much as God is pleased to give. pns31 cst vhz av-ds, vhz dx dc cs np1 vhz vvn; cc pns31 cst vhz ds, vhz p-acp d c-acp np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 176 Page 58
1110 They despise the wisdome and question the understanding of God in giving wisdome, who despise those to whom he gives lesse wisdome and understanding then he hath given to themselves. They despise the Wisdom and question the understanding of God in giving Wisdom, who despise those to whom he gives less Wisdom and understanding then he hath given to themselves. pns32 vvb dt n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n1, r-crq vvb d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz dc n1 cc n1 cs pns31 vhz vvn p-acp px32. (6) chapter (DIV2) 176 Page 58
1111 Fifthly, To those who have received but little, I say also two things, by way of caution; Fifthly, To those who have received but little, I say also two things, by Way of caution; ord, p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn p-acp j, pns11 vvb av crd n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 58
1112 First, doe not envie those who have received much; First, do not envy those who have received much; ord, vdb xx vvi d r-crq vhb vvn av-d; (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 58
1113 It is of God that they have more then you, is your eye evil because the eye of God is good? Secondly, be not discontented with your own lesser portion; doe not sit downe sullen; It is of God that they have more then you, is your eye evil Because the eye of God is good? Secondly, be not discontented with your own lesser portion; do not fit down sullen; pn31 vbz pp-f np1 cst pns32 vhb dc cs pn22, vbz po22 n1 j-jn c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j? ord, vbb xx vvn p-acp po22 d jc n1; vdb xx vvi a-acp j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 58
1114 say not, we will doe nothing with what we have received, because we have not as much as others: say not, we will do nothing with what we have received, Because we have not as much as Others: vvb xx, pns12 vmb vdi pix p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, c-acp pns12 vhb xx p-acp d c-acp n2-jn: (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 59
1115 we know the doome passed on him who having but one talent hid it in a napkin. we know the doom passed on him who having but one talon hid it in a napkin. pns12 vvb dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 r-crq vhg p-acp crd n1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 59
1116 If we are discontent with a little portion, or with one talent, that little is too much, If we Are discontent with a little portion, or with one talon, that little is too much, cs pns12 vbr j-jn p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp crd n1, cst av-j vbz av av-d, (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 59
1117 and that one too many for us; and that one too many for us; cc d pi av d p-acp pno12; (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 59
1118 nothing doth more dim the glory of God, nor more destroy and eate out our own comforts, then discontent; nothing does more dim the glory of God, nor more destroy and eat out our own comforts, then discontent; pix vdz av-dc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, ccx av-dc vvi cc vvi av po12 d n2, cs n-jn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 59
1119 the Devill, since his fall, is the most disconcented spirit in the world, and he was not contented while he stood, he thought he was not high enough, & that was his undoing. the devil, since his fallen, is the most disconcented Spirit in the world, and he was not contented while he stood, he Thought he was not high enough, & that was his undoing. dt n1, c-acp po31 n1, vbz dt av-ds vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vbds xx vvn cs pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd pns31 vbds xx j av-d, cc cst vbds po31 n-vvg. (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 59
1120 They who are discontent with the gift of God, loose what is given, and so fall into deeper discontent; They who Are discontent with the gift of God, lose what is given, and so fallen into Deeper discontent; pns32 r-crq vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb r-crq vbz vvn, cc av vvb p-acp jc-jn n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 59
1121 yea, as the Apostle speakes in another case (1 Tim. 3.6.) into the condemnation of the devill. yea, as the Apostle speaks in Another case (1 Tim. 3.6.) into the condemnation of the Devil. uh, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp j-jn n1 (vvd np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 177 Page 59
1122 Sixthly, Then, let us not be lifted up in our owne naturall wisdome and reason, he that would be wise, must become a foole, (1 Cor. 3.18.) untill we see our owne wisdome folly, we cannot attaine the wisdome of God, or Godly wisdome. Sixthly, Then, let us not be lifted up in our own natural Wisdom and reason, he that would be wise, must become a fool, (1 Cor. 3.18.) until we see our own Wisdom folly, we cannot attain the Wisdom of God, or Godly Wisdom. j, av, vvb pno12 xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po12 d j n1 cc n1, pns31 cst vmd vbi j, vmb vvi dt n1, (vvd np1 crd.) c-acp pns12 vvb po12 d n1 n1, pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 178 Page 59
1123 Seventhly, This shews us the reason of the various kinds, and severall measures of gifts among the sons of men. Seventhly, This shows us the reason of the various Kinds, and several measures of Gifts among the Sons of men. crd, d vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, cc j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1124 Men differ not more in the measures and degrees of their outward estates, worldly riches, titles and honours, Men differ not more in the measures and Degrees of their outward estates, worldly riches, titles and honours, np1 vvb xx dc p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 j n2, j n2, n2 cc n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1125 then they doe in the measures and degrees of their inward abilities, wisdome, knowledge, and understanding: then they do in the measures and Degrees of their inward abilities, Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding: cs pns32 vdb p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 j n2, n1, n1, cc n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1126 men differ not more in the feature and figure of their faces, then in the furniture of their minds. men differ not more in the feature and figure of their faces, then in the furniture of their minds. n2 vvb xx dc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1127 One hath five talents, another two, a third but one. One hath five Talents, Another two, a third but one. pi vhz crd n2, j-jn crd, dt ord p-acp crd. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1128 And as the various degrees of the same gift, so diversities of gifts are from the soveraigne pleasure of God. And as the various Degrees of the same gift, so diversities of Gifts Are from the sovereign pleasure of God. cc c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt d n1, av n2 pp-f n2 vbr p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1129 The Apostle is large and very distinct in this matter (1 Cor. 12.4, 8, 9, 11.) There are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit; The Apostle is large and very distinct in this matter (1 Cor. 12.4, 8, 9, 11.) There Are diversities of Gifts, but the same Spirit; dt n1 vbz j cc j j p-acp d n1 (vvd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd) pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2, cc-acp dt d n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1130 to one is given by the Spirit the word of wisdome, to another the word of knowledge by the same S••rit, to another prophecy, to another discerning of Spirits, to another divers kinds of tongues, &c. But all these worketh that one and the selfe-same Spirit, dividing to every man severally as he will. to one is given by the Spirit the word of Wisdom, to Another the word of knowledge by the same S••rit, to Another prophecy, to Another discerning of Spirits, to Another diverse Kinds of tongues, etc. But all these works that one and the selfsame Spirit, dividing to every man severally as he will. p-acp pi vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j-jn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt d n1, p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp j-jn vvg pp-f n2, p-acp j-jn j n2 pp-f n2, av p-acp d d vvz d crd cc dt d n1, vvg p-acp d n1 av-j c-acp pns31 vmb. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1131 It is only the will of the Spirit, the will of God which makes this division and diversification of gifts among men. It is only the will of the Spirit, the will of God which makes this division and diversification of Gifts among men. pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1132 And as the Apostle sheweth here the rise or spring of all to be from God, And as the Apostle shows Here the rise or spring of all to be from God, cc c-acp dt n1 vvz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1133 so he had shewed that the reason and intendment of all this is the benefit of men ( v. 7.) The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withall. so he had showed that the reason and intendment of all this is the benefit of men (v. 7.) The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. av pns31 vhd vvn d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 (n1 crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1134 What ever your gift is God hath given it for profit and use. What ever your gift is God hath given it for profit and use. q-crq av po22 n1 vbz np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1 cc vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 59
1135 One hath skill in sciences, another in languages, one is more acute, another more solid, one hath a stronger judgement, another a quicker phansie and a more searching invention, One is best at an argument to convince the understanding, another at a motive to quicken the affections; One hath skill in sciences, Another in languages, one is more acute, Another more solid, one hath a Stronger judgement, Another a quicker fancy and a more searching invention, One is best At an argument to convince the understanding, Another At a motive to quicken the affections; pi vhz n1 p-acp n2, j-jn p-acp n2, pi vbz av-dc j, j-jn av-dc j, pi vhz dt jc n1, j-jn dt jc n1 cc dt av-dc j-vvg n1, pi vbz js p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, j-jn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1136 one can confute an error and state a Controversie well, and another can best discover sin, and convince the Conscience; one can confute an error and state a Controversy well, and Another can best discover since, and convince the Conscience; pi vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 dt n1 av, cc j-jn vmb av-js vvi n1, cc vvi dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1137 one hath weight of matter, but is slow of speech, another hath a fluent tongue, but is lesse materiall; a third is both; but all to profit withall. one hath weight of matter, but is slow of speech, Another hath a fluent tongue, but is less material; a third is both; but all to profit withal. pi vhz n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vbz j pp-f n1, j-jn vhz dt j n1, cc-acp vbz av-dc j-jn; dt ord vbz d; cc-acp d pc-acp vvi av. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1138 Such a Character was given of those three Eminent men in the beginning of the reformation, Luther, Erasmus, and Melancthon; Luther had matter and not words, he did not affect any exactnesse of stile or speech; Such a Character was given of those three Eminent men in the beginning of the Reformation, Luther, Erasmus, and Melanchthon; Luther had matter and not words, he did not affect any exactness of style or speech; d dt n1 vbds vvn pp-f d crd j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, np1, np1, cc np1; np1 vhd n1 cc xx n2, pns31 vdd xx vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1139 Erasmus had words at will, but lesse weight of matter; Erasmus had words At will, but less weight of matter; np1 vhd n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp dc n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1140 Melancthon was full in both there was a concurrence or complication of many eminent gifts in him. Melanchthon was full in both there was a concurrence or complication of many eminent Gifts in him. np1 vbds j p-acp d a-acp vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp pno31. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1141 The same Erasmus, mentioned last but one, hath a like passage in his Preface to the workes of the Ancients (which he with wonderfull skill and industry redeemed from many mistakes, The same Erasmus, mentioned last but one, hath a like passage in his Preface to the works of the Ancients (which he with wonderful skill and industry redeemed from many mistakes, dt d np1, vvn ord p-acp crd, vhz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2-j (r-crq pns31 p-acp j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp d n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1142 and set forth more defecate and pure to the view and use of the world) where observing the different veines of divers Authors in their writings, he concludes thus; and Set forth more defecate and pure to the view and use of the world) where observing the different Veins of diverse Authors in their writings, he concludes thus; cc vvd av av-dc j cc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) q-crq vvg dt j n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp po32 n2, pns31 vvz av; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1143 Severall men have their severall gifts, as it pleaseth the gift giving Spirit to give to them. Several men have their several Gifts, as it Pleases the gift giving Spirit to give to them. j n2 vhb po32 j n2, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 vvg n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1144 In Athanasius we admire a serious perspicuity of speaking, and in Chrysostome a flowing Eloquence; in Basil, besides his sublimity, a pleasant language; In Athanasius we admire a serious perspicuity of speaking, and in Chrysostom a flowing Eloquence; in Basil, beside his sublimity, a pleasant language; p-acp np1 pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f vvg, cc p-acp np1 dt j-vvg n1; p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1145 in Hilary we see a lofty stile, well marcht with the loftinesse of his matter; in Cyprian we reverence a spirit worthy the crowne of Martyrdome; in Hilary we see a lofty style, well marched with the loftiness of his matter; in Cyprian we Reverence a Spirit worthy the crown of Martyrdom; p-acp np1 pns12 vvb dt j n1, av vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; p-acp jp pns12 vvb dt n1 j dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1146 and we are in love with the sweet incentives and modesty of St Ambrose; In Jerome we commend his rich treasures of Scripture-knowledge, and we Are in love with the sweet incentives and modesty of Saint Ambrose; In Jerome we commend his rich treasures of Scripture knowledge, cc pns12 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2-jn cc n1 pp-f zz np1; p-acp np1 pns12 vvb po31 j n2 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1147 and must acknowledge in Gregory a pure and unpolisht sanctity. He shuts up thus; Least I should be tedious; and must acknowledge in Gregory a pure and unpolished sanctity. He shuts up thus; lest I should be tedious; cc vmb vvi p-acp np1 dt j cc j n1. pns31 vvz a-acp av; cs pns11 vmd vbi j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1148 others ••ve, from the bounty of the same Spirit, their distinct abilities, by which they are commended to the consciences of the Godly. Others ••ve, from the bounty of the same Spirit, their distinct abilities, by which they Are commended to the Consciences of the Godly. n2-jn vhb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1, po32 j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1149 The Inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding. The Inspiration of the Almighty gives understanding. dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1150 And as this is true with respect to the gifts of Illumination, which Elihu pitcheth here upon; And as this is true with respect to the Gifts of Illumination, which Elihu pitcheth Here upon; cc p-acp d vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vvz av p-acp; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1151 so 'tis much more true in reference to the gifts of sanctification; so it's much more true in Referente to the Gifts of sanctification; av pn31|vbz av-d dc j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1152 The Inspiration of the Almighty giveth a spirituall understanding to know sin, and hate it, to know Christ and love him; The Inspiration of the Almighty gives a spiritual understanding to know since, and hate it, to know christ and love him; dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvb pn31, pc-acp vvi np1 cc vvb pno31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1153 so to know as to be conformed unto, yea transformed into that which we know. The Inspiration of the Almighty gives this understanding, this heart-changeing and life-renewing understanding. so to know as to be conformed unto, yea transformed into that which we know. The Inspiration of the Almighty gives this understanding, this heart-changeing and life-renewing understanding. av pc-acp vvi a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, uh vvn p-acp d r-crq pns12 vvb. dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz d n1, d j cc j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 179 Page 60
1154 Againe, There is a spirit [ in man ] and the Inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding; Again, There is a Spirit [ in man ] and the Inspiration of the Almighty gives them understanding; av, pc-acp vbz dt n1 [ p-acp n1 ] cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz pno32 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 180 Page 61
1155 The word is Enos, weake man. Hence Note. God can make the weakest and the unlikeliest of men wise and full of understanding. The word is Enos, weak man. Hence Note. God can make the Weakest and the unlikeliest of men wise and full of understanding. dt n1 vbz np1, j n1. av n1. np1 vmb vvi dt js cc dt js pp-f n2 j cc j pp-f n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 180 Page 61
1156 It is no matter what the man is, if God will use him; It is no matter what the man is, if God will use him; pn31 vbz dx n1 r-crq dt n1 vbz, cs np1 vmb vvi pno31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1157 he can make Enos to be Ish, the weake man strong, the ignorant a learned a knowing man; he can make Enos to be Ish, the weak man strong, the ignorant a learned a knowing man; pns31 vmb vvi np1 pc-acp vbi np1, dt j n1 j, dt j dt j dt vvg n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1158 Amos was a husbandman, and God gave him an excellent understanding; Amos was a husbandman, and God gave him an excellent understanding; np1 vbds dt n1, cc np1 vvd pno31 dt j n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1159 the Apostles were Fishermen, and yet the Inspiration of the Almighty made them wise above many; the Apostles were Fishermen, and yet the Inspiration of the Almighty made them wise above many; dt n2 vbdr n2, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvd pno32 j p-acp d; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1160 God can make the wise foolish, and fooles wise. The power of God triumphs over all humane power, and in all humane infirmity. God can make the wise foolish, and Fools wise. The power of God Triumphos over all humane power, and in all humane infirmity. np1 vmb vvi dt j j, cc n2 j. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d j n1, cc p-acp d j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1161 So much the Apostle teacheth (1 Cor. 1.27.) God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise, So much the Apostle Teaches (1 Cor. 1.27.) God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise, av av-d dt n1 vvz (vvd np1 crd.) np1 vhz vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1162 and the weake things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; and the weak things of the world to confound the things which Are mighty; cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vbr j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1163 And base things of the world, and things which are despised hath God chosen, yea and things which are not, to bring to nought things which are, that no flesh should glory in his presence. And base things of the world, and things which Are despised hath God chosen, yea and things which Are not, to bring to nought things which Are, that no Flesh should glory in his presence. cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn vhz n1 vvn, uh cc n2 r-crq vbr xx, pc-acp vvi p-acp pix n2 r-crq vbr, cst dx n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1164 God chuseth those things which have the greatest improbility for his worke, that the power and successe of the worke may be ascribed to him alone. God chooseth those things which have the greatest improbility for his work, that the power and success of the work may be ascribed to him alone. np1 vvz d n2 r-crq vhb dt js n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 av-j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1165 When we chuse, we should chuse those that are fit for the worke, to which they are chosen; When we choose, we should choose those that Are fit for the work, to which they Are chosen; c-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 vmd vvi d cst vbr j p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1166 we should not chuse a foole to governe, nor one that is of low parts himselfe to teach others; we should not choose a fool to govern, nor one that is of low parts himself to teach Others; pns12 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, ccx pi cst vbz pp-f j n2 px31 pc-acp vvi n2-jn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1167 we should pitch upon the wisest and ablest we can get. we should pitch upon the Wisest and Ablest we can get. pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt js cc js pns12 vmb vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1168 Joseph said well to Pharoah (Gen. 41.33.) Looke out a man discreet and wise, Joseph said well to Pharaoh (Gen. 41.33.) Look out a man discreet and wise, np1 vvd av p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) vvb av dt n1 j cc j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1169 and set him over the Land of Egypt. and Set him over the Land of Egypt. cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1170 We cannot make men wiser then they are, and therefore we must chuse and take those that are wise to doe our worke. We cannot make men Wiser then they Are, and Therefore we must choose and take those that Are wise to do our work. pns12 vmbx vvi n2 jc cs pns32 vbr, cc av pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi d cst vbr j pc-acp vdi po12 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1171 But when God comes to doe his worke, he often takes the foolish and the weake, But when God comes to do his work, he often Takes the foolish and the weak, p-acp c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vdi po31 n1, pns31 av vvz dt j cc dt j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1172 because as he calleth them to, so he can fit them for his worke. As the strongest opposition of nature against grace cannot hinder the worke of the Spirit; Because as he calls them to, so he can fit them for his work. As the Strongest opposition of nature against grace cannot hinder the work of the Spirit; c-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1. p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1173 when the Spirit comes, he will make a proud man humble, a covetous man liberall, an uncleane person modest and temperate; when the Spirit comes, he will make a proud man humble, a covetous man liberal, an unclean person modest and temperate; c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 j, dt j n1 j, dt j n1 j cc j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1174 so the weaknesse of nature cannot hinder his worke. If a man below in parts, God can raise him; so the weakness of nature cannot hinder his work. If a man below in parts, God can raise him; av dt n1 pp-f n1 vmbx vvi po31 n1. cs dt n1 a-acp p-acp n2, np1 vmb vvi pno31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 61
1175 Out of the mouths of babes a•d sucklings hast thou ordained strength (Psal. 8.2.) or (as Christ alledgeth that text, Math: 21.16.) Thou hast perfected praise; one might thinke, Out of the mouths of babes a•d sucklings haste thou ordained strength (Psalm 8.2.) or (as christ allegeth that text, Math: 21.16.) Thou hast perfected praise; one might think, av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 j ng1 n1 pns21 vvn n1 (np1 crd.) cc (c-acp np1 vvz d n1, np1: crd.) pns21 vh2 vvn n1; pi vmd vvi, (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1176 Surely God will take the aged, the learned and great for his praise; Surely God will take the aged, the learned and great for his praise; av-j np1 vmb vvi dt j-vvn, dt j cc j p-acp po31 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1177 no, he ordaines praise to himselfe out of the mouths of babes and sucklings, that is, out of their mouths who in all natuturall considerations, are no way formed up nor fitted to shew forth his praise. ( Isa. 32.4.) The heart of the rash (or hasty) shall understand knowledge. no, he ordains praise to himself out of the mouths of babes and sucklings, that is, out of their mouths who in all natuturall considerations, Are no Way formed up nor fitted to show forth his praise. (Isaiah 32.4.) The heart of the rash (or hasty) shall understand knowledge. uh-dx, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp px31 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 cc ng1, cst vbz, av pp-f po32 n2 r-crq p-acp d j n2, vbr dx n1 vvn a-acp ccx vvn pc-acp vvi av po31 n1. (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt j (cc j) vmb vvi n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1178 Heady and inconsiderate persons, whose tongues (as we say) run before their wits, shall then be grave, advised, Heady and inconsiderate Persons, whose tongues (as we say) run before their wits, shall then be grave, advised, j cc j n2, rg-crq n2 (c-acp pns12 vvb) vvb a-acp po32 n2, vmb av vbi j, vvn, (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1179 and serious, both in what they doe, and (as it followeth) in what they say; and serious, both in what they do, and (as it follows) in what they say; cc j, av-d p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb, cc (c-acp pn31 vvz) p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb; (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1180 The tongue of the stammerers shall speake plainly, that is, cleare words with cleare reason; or they shall speake well both in matter and forme, right things rightly. The tongue of the stammerers shall speak plainly, that is, clear words with clear reason; or they shall speak well both in matter and Form, right things rightly. dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vmb vvi av-j, cst vbz, j n2 p-acp j n1; cc pns32 vmb vvi av av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, j-jn n2 av-jn. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1181 All this the Lord doth that he may honour himselfe, and lift up his owne name only, which alone is to be lifted up. All this the Lord does that he may honour himself, and lift up his own name only, which alone is to be lifted up. av-d d dt n1 vdz d pns31 vmb vvi px31, cc vvd a-acp po31 d n1 av-j, r-crq av-j vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1265 old men have not their knowledge by their Antiquitie, and therefore, as no man is wise at all times, old men have not their knowledge by their Antiquity, and Therefore, as no man is wise At all times, j n2 vhb xx po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc av, p-acp dx n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 194 Page 66
1182 Never feare to put an empty vessell to a full fountaine; no matter how empty the vessell be, if the fountaine be full: Never Fear to put an empty vessel to a full fountain; no matter how empty the vessel be, if the fountain be full: av-x vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1; dx n1 c-crq j dt n1 vbi, cs dt n1 vbb j: (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1183 God delights in broken weake and empty creatures, that he may mend, strengthen, and fill them. God delights in broken weak and empty creatures, that he may mend, strengthen, and fill them. np1 vvz p-acp j-vvn j cc j n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi, vvb, cc vvi pno32. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1184 There is a spirit in man [ in weake man ] and the Inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding. There is a Spirit in man [ in weak man ] and the Inspiration of the Almighty gives them understanding. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 [ p-acp j n1 ] cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz pno32 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 182 Page 62
1185 Elihu having shewed the original of mans wisdome to be from God in this 8th verse, makes an inference from it in the 9th; The inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding; Elihu having showed the original of men Wisdom to be from God in this 8th verse, makes an Inference from it in the 9th; The inspiration of the Almighty gives understanding; np1 vhg vvn dt n-jn pp-f ng1 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 p-acp d ord n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt ord; dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz vvg; (6) chapter (DIV2) 183 Page 62
1186 And what then? surely even hence it cometh to passe, that, Vers. 9. Great men are not alwayes wise, And what then? surely even hence it comes to pass, that, Vers. 9. Great men Are not always wise, cc r-crq av? av-j av av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst, np1 crd j n2 vbr xx av j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 183 Page 62
1187 neither doe the aged understand Judgement. It is well conceived by some Interpreters, that the Apostle doth more then allude to, neither do the aged understand Judgement. It is well conceived by Some Interpreters, that the Apostle does more then allude to, av-dx vdb dt j-vvn vvb n1. pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp d n2, cst dt n1 vdz dc cs vvi p-acp, (6) chapter (DIV2) 183 Page 62
1188 even cite this text (1 Cor. 1.26.) You see your Calling Brethren, how that not many w•se men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many Noble are called. even Cite this text (1 Cor. 1.26.) You see your Calling Brothers, how that not many w•se men After the Flesh, not many mighty, not many Noble Are called. av vvb d n1 (vvd np1 crd.) pn22 vvb po22 vvg n2, c-crq cst xx d j n2 p-acp dt n1, xx d j, xx d j vbr vvn. (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 62
1189 If God should chuse only of mostly wise men, they would be ready to say, we are chosen for our wisdome; If God should choose only of mostly wise men, they would be ready to say, we Are chosen for our Wisdom; cs np1 vmd vvi av-j pp-f j j n2, pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 62
1190 If he should chuse and call only or mostly rich men, they would be ready to thinke, we are chosen for our riches; If he should choose and call only or mostly rich men, they would be ready to think, we Are chosen for our riches; cs pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi av-j cc j j n2, pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 62
1191 If he should call only or mostly Kings and Princes, they would conclude, we are called for our Greatnesse; If he should call only or mostly Kings and Princes, they would conclude, we Are called for our Greatness; cs pns31 vmd vvi av-j cc j n2 cc n2, pns32 vmd vvi, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 62
1192 Therefore the Lord passeth by most of these, and calleth the Fisherman, calleth the poore man, the ignorant man, Therefore the Lord passes by most of these, and calls the Fisherman, calls the poor man, the ignorant man, av dt n1 vvz p-acp ds pp-f d, cc vvz dt n1, vvz dt j n1, dt j n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 62
1193 and saith, You that have nothing, you that (in the esteeme of the world) are nothing, doe you follow me, who have all things, and Says, You that have nothing, you that (in the esteem of the world) Are nothing, do you follow me, who have all things, cc vvz, pn22 cst vhb pix, pn22 cst (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) vbr pix, vdb pn22 vvi pno11, r-crq vhb d n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 63
1194 and can supply you with all. Thus here saith Elihu, Great men are not alwayes wise; and can supply you with all. Thus Here Says Elihu, Great men Are not always wise; cc vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d. av av vvz np1, j n2 vbr xx av j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 63
1195 Why not? the reason is because God doth not alwayes bestow wisdome upon them, It is the Inspiration of the Almighty that giveth understanding; Greatnesse doth it not; Why not? the reason is Because God does not always bestow Wisdom upon them, It is the Inspiration of the Almighty that gives understanding; Greatness does it not; c-crq xx? dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 vdz xx av vvi n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cst vvz n1; n1 vdz pn31 xx; (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 63
1196 Not many wise men after the flesh, not many Great or Noble are Called. Elihu and the Apostle Paul speake the same thing almost in the same words. Not many wise men After the Flesh, not many Great or Noble Are Called. Elihu and the Apostle Paul speak the same thing almost in the same words. xx d j n2 p-acp dt n1, xx d j cc j vbr vvn. np1 cc dt n1 np1 vvb dt d n1 av p-acp dt d n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 63
1197 This is also a proofe of the divine Authoritie of this booke, as well as that (1 Cor. 1.19.) taken out of the speech of Eliphaz in the 5th Chapter at the 13th verse; This is also a proof of the divine authority of this book, as well as that (1 Cor. 1.19.) taken out of the speech of Eliphaz in the 5th Chapter At the 13th verse; d vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp av c-acp d (crd np1 crd.) vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 63
1198 He taketh the wise in their owne craftinesse, &c. Great men are not alwayes wise. He Takes the wise in their own craftiness, etc. Great men Are not always wise. pns31 vvz dt j p-acp po32 d n1, av j n2 vbr xx av j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 184 Page 63
1199 The word alwayes is not at all in the Originall text, and therefore put in a different Character; Great men are not wise; The word always is not At all in the Original text, and Therefore put in a different Character; Great men Are not wise; dt n1 av vbz xx p-acp d p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc av vvd p-acp dt j n1; j n2 vbr xx j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 185 Page 63
1200 but 'tis well supplyed by that word alwayes; For the meaning of Elihu is not that great men are never wise, but not alwayes wise. but it's well supplied by that word always; For the meaning of Elihu is not that great men Are never wise, but not always wise. p-acp pn31|vbz av vvd p-acp d n1 av; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx d j n2 vbr av-x j, cc-acp xx av j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 185 Page 63
1201 Great men, the Rabbies, the honourable men of the world, men in Authoritie and great place are intended by this word. Great men, the Rabbies, the honourable men of the world, men in authority and great place Are intended by this word. j n2, dt n2, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, n2 p-acp n1 cc j n1 vbr vvn p-acp d n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 186 Page 63
1202 The Officers which King Ahasuerus set over his feast, are called Rabbies (Est. 1.8.) so that we may expound it here in the largest sence, The Officers which King Ahasuerus Set over his feast, Are called Rabbies (Est. 1.8.) so that we may expound it Here in the Largest sense, dt n2 r-crq n1 np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbr vvn n2 (np1 crd.) av cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp dt js n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 186 Page 63
1203 as including all sorts and degrees of Great ones. Great men are not alwayes wise. That is, wisdome neither floweth from, nor is it alwayes associated with Greatnesse. as including all sorts and Degrees of Great ones. Great men Are not always wise. That is, Wisdom neither flows from, nor is it always associated with Greatness. c-acp vvg d n2 cc n2 pp-f j pi2. j n2 vbr xx av j. cst vbz, n1 av-d vvz p-acp, ccx vbz pn31 av vvn p-acp n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 186 Page 63
1204 As some are little yet great, little in the world, yet great in true wisdome; As Some Are little yet great, little in the world, yet great in true Wisdom; p-acp d vbr j av j, j p-acp dt n1, av j p-acp j n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 187 Page 63
1205 so others are Great, yet little, they are little in wisdome, or have little true wisdome, so Others Are Great, yet little, they Are little in Wisdom, or have little true Wisdom, av n2-jn vbr j, av j, pns32 vbr j p-acp n1, cc vhb j j n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 187 Page 63
1206 though they are great in the world, or have great worldly wisdome. Hence note. though they Are great in the world, or have great worldly Wisdom. Hence note. cs pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1, cc vhb j j n1. av vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 187 Page 63
1207 It is not greatnesse of birth, of place, or power, that can make any man wise, It is not greatness of birth, of place, or power, that can make any man wise, pn31 vbz xx n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, cc n1, cst vmb vvi d n1 j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 188 Page 63
1208 nor doth it at all assure us, that a man is wise, because we see him exalted to and setled in a place of power and greatness. nor does it At all assure us, that a man is wise, Because we see him exalted to and settled in a place of power and greatness. ccx vdz pn31 p-acp d vvb pno12, cst dt n1 vbz j, c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 188 Page 63
1209 The Prophet ( Jer. 5.4, 5.) finding some very incorrigible and hardned in sinfull courses, concluded them meane persons, The Prophet (Jer. 5.4, 5.) finding Some very incorrigible and hardened in sinful courses, concluded them mean Persons, dt n1 (np1 crd, crd) vvg d j j cc vvn p-acp j n2, vvd pno32 j n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 63
1210 and in the lowest forme of the people. and in the lowest Form of the people. cc p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 63
1211 Therefore I said, Surely these are poore, they are foolish, for they know not the way of the Lord, Therefore I said, Surely these Are poor, they Are foolish, for they know not the Way of the Lord, av pns11 vvd, av-j d vbr j, pns32 vbr j, c-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1212 nor the Judgement of their God. To be poore and foolish is very common; nor the Judgement of their God. To be poor and foolish is very Common; ccx dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. pc-acp vbi j cc j vbz av j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1213 these are poore and foolish (saith the Prophet) but surely I shall finde the Great ones better accommodated with wisdome; these Are poor and foolish (Says the Prophet) but surely I shall find the Great ones better accommodated with Wisdom; d vbr j cc j (vvz dt n1) p-acp av-j pns11 vmb vvi dt j pi2 vvi vvn p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1214 and thereupon he resolved, I will get me to the great men, and will speak unto them, and thereupon he resolved, I will get me to the great men, and will speak unto them, cc av pns31 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt j n2, cc vmb vvi p-acp pno32, (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1215 for they have knowne the way of the Lord, and the judgement of their God; for they have known the Way of the Lord, and the judgement of their God; c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1216 That is, these great men have had great meanes of knowledge, and we have reason to suppose them as great in knowledge, That is, these great men have had great means of knowledge, and we have reason to suppose them as great in knowledge, cst vbz, d j n2 vhb vhn j n2 pp-f n1, cc pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j p-acp n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1217 as they are in place or power. as they Are in place or power. c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1218 But did the great men answer his expectation? did he find that in them, which he sought and looked for? nothing lesse: But did the great men answer his expectation? did he find that in them, which he sought and looked for? nothing less: cc-acp vdd dt j n2 vvi po31 n1? vdd pns31 vvi cst p-acp pno32, r-crq pns31 vvd cc vvn p-acp? pix av-dc: (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1219 The great men proved more foolish, or lesse in true knowledge then the poore, as it followeth, But these have altogether broken the yoake and burst the bonds; The great men proved more foolish, or less in true knowledge then the poor, as it follows, But these have altogether broken the yoke and burst the bonds; dt j n2 vvn av-dc j, cc av-dc p-acp j n1 cs dt j, c-acp pn31 vvz, p-acp d vhb av vvn dt n1 cc vvi dt n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1220 As if he had said, I thought these great men had been wise, but I see they are very fooles. As if he had said, I Thought these great men had been wise, but I see they Are very Fools. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvd d j n2 vhd vbn j, cc-acp pns11 vvb pns32 vbr j n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1221 What can be a greater argument of folly, then to breake those yoakes and bonds, which the wisdome of God hath put upon us? 'Tis both our wisdome and our freedome to be bound by the most wise and holy will of God; What can be a greater argument of folly, then to break those yokes and bonds, which the Wisdom of God hath put upon us? It's both our Wisdom and our freedom to be bound by the most wise and holy will of God; q-crq vmb vbi dt jc n1 pp-f n1, cs pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12? pn31|vbz av-d po12 n1 cc po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f np1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1266 so no man is made wise by time. so no man is made wise by time. av dx n1 vbz vvn j p-acp n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 194 Page 66
1222 and hence the Prophet accounts this one as strong as a thousand arguments, to prove that the Great men among the Jewes were not wise, and hence the Prophet accounts this one as strong as a thousand Arguments, to prove that the Great men among the Jews were not wise, cc av dt n1 vvz d pi p-acp j c-acp dt crd n2, pc-acp vvi cst dt j n2 p-acp dt np2 vbdr xx j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1223 because they were not only unwilling to be bound to the obedience of the will of God, but wilfully burst those bonds. Because they were not only unwilling to be bound to the Obedience of the will of God, but wilfully burst those bonds. c-acp pns32 vbdr xx av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp av-j vvd d n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1224 When Jesus Christ came into the world, the great ones, the Rabbies had the least true wisdome, they would not believe on him, nor receive him; When jesus christ Come into the world, the great ones, the Rabbies had the least true Wisdom, they would not believe on him, nor receive him; c-crq np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, dt j pi2, dt n2 vhd dt av-ds j n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31, ccx vvi pno31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1225 yea some boasted of this their unbeliefe as an argument of their wisdome ( John 7.48, 49.) Have any of the Rulers, yea Some boasted of this their unbelief as an argument of their Wisdom (John 7.48, 49.) Have any of the Rulers, uh d j-vvn pp-f d po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 (np1 crd, crd) vhb d pp-f dt n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1226 or of the Pharisees believed on him? No; they were too wise to believe; Faith in Christ was left to the fooles, and counted folly by those wise men; or of the Pharisees believed on him? No; they were too wise to believe; Faith in christ was left to the Fools, and counted folly by those wise men; cc pp-f dt np2 vvd p-acp pno31? dx; pns32 vbdr av j pc-acp vvi; n1 p-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, cc vvn n1 p-acp d j n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1227 But this people (say they, meaning the common sort or ignorant vulgar) who knoweth not the Law are cursed. But this people (say they, meaning the Common sort or ignorant Vulgar) who Knoweth not the Law Are cursed. p-acp d n1 (vvb pns32, vvg dt j n1 cc j j) r-crq vvz xx dt n1 vbr vvn. (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1228 And they thought them accursed because they believed in and received Jesus Christ, the chiefest blessing. And they Thought them accursed Because they believed in and received jesus christ, the chiefest blessing. cc pns32 vvd pno32 vvn c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp cc vvd np1 np1, dt js-jn n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1229 Great men are not alwayes wise in civill things, very rarely in spirituall things; Great men Are not always wise in civil things, very rarely in spiritual things; j n2 vbr xx av j p-acp j n2, av av-j p-acp j n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1230 They have not alwayes the wisdome of a man, they seldome have the wisdom of a reall Christian. They have not always the Wisdom of a man, they seldom have the Wisdom of a real Christian. pns32 vhb xx av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 av vhb dt n1 pp-f dt j njp. (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1231 They are not alwayes worldly wise, or wise for this present world, much lesse are they alwayes wise for the world which is to come. They Are not always worldly wise, or wise for this present world, much less Are they always wise for the world which is to come. pns32 vbr xx av j n1, cc j p-acp d j n1, av-d dc vbr pns32 av j p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1232 Great in title, and wise in truth, are a sweete couple, but seldome seene. If so Great in title, and wise in truth, Are a sweet couple, but seldom seen. If so j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1, vbr dt j n1, cc-acp av vvn. cs av (6) chapter (DIV2) 189 Page 64
1233 Then there is no taking of things upon trust from the greatest in the world. Then there is no taking of things upon trust from the greatest in the world. av a-acp vbz dx n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt js p-acp dt n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 190 Page 65
1234 As it is dangerous to follow the multitude ( Exod. 23.2.) the most are usually the worst, As it is dangerous to follow the multitude (Exod 23.2.) the most Are usually the worst, p-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 (np1 crd.) dt av-ds vbr av-j dt js, (6) chapter (DIV2) 190 Page 65
1235 and they who are evill, will leade to evill; and they who Are evil, will lead to evil; cc pns32 r-crq vbr j-jn, vmb vvi p-acp j-jn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 190 Page 65
1236 so there is no following great ones blindfold, for even they are often blind, or (which is worse) will not see; so there is no following great ones blindfold, for even they Are often blind, or (which is Worse) will not see; av a-acp vbz dx vvg j pi2 vvi, c-acp av pns32 vbr av j, cc (r-crq vbz av-jc) n1 xx vvi; (6) chapter (DIV2) 190 Page 65
1237 And they who either doe not or will not see their own way, may soone leade others out of the way, And they who either do not or will not see their own Way, may soon lead Others out of the Way, cc pns32 r-crq d vdb xx cc vmb xx vvi po32 d n1, vmb av vvi n2-jn av pp-f dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 190 Page 65
1238 and turne them aside to that which is not good. and turn them aside to that which is not good. cc vvi pno32 av p-acp d r-crq vbz xx j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 190 Page 65
1239 Againe, This first part of the verse (Great men are not alwayes wise) is rendred by the Septuagint, men of many yeares, or great in yeares, are not alwayes wise. Again, This First part of the verse (Great men Are not always wise) is rendered by the septuagint, men of many Years, or great in Years, Are not always wise. av, d ord n1 pp-f dt n1 (j n2 vbr xx av j) vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, n2 pp-f d n2, cc j p-acp n2, vbr xx av j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1240 The Original word may refer to greatnesse of age, which consists in having lived many yeares, The Original word may refer to greatness of age, which consists in having lived many Years, dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp vhg vvn d n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1241 as well as to greatnesse of honour, which consists in the enjoying of high places and dignities. as well as to greatness of honour, which consists in the enjoying of high places and dignities. c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j n2 cc n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1242 But I rather adhere to our translation, that the great men here intended are the Great in power and place, not in yeares and dayes, But I rather adhere to our Translation, that the great men Here intended Are the Great in power and place, not in Years and days, p-acp pns11 av-c vvb p-acp po12 n1, cst dt j n2 av vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1 cc n1, xx p-acp n2 cc n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1243 though it be a truth, that such are not alwayes wise; though it be a truth, that such Are not always wise; cs pn31 vbb dt n1, cst d vbr xx av j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1244 and if we take in that sence also, it is a further confirmation of the generall truth in hand, That wisdome is the gift of God, and if we take in that sense also, it is a further confirmation of the general truth in hand, That Wisdom is the gift of God, cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 av, pn31 vbz dt jc n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n1, cst n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1245 and therefore those men are not alwayes wise, whom vve might most probably looke upon as such. and Therefore those men Are not always wise, whom we might most probably look upon as such. cc av d n2 vbr xx av j, ro-crq pns12 vmd av-ds av-j vvi p-acp p-acp d. (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1246 For as we see Great men, who have the advantage of meanes for education in learning, are not alwayes the wisest; For as we see Great men, who have the advantage of means for education in learning, Are not always the Wisest; p-acp c-acp pns12 vvb j n2, r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbr xx av dt js; (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1247 so the aged, vvho have that great advantage of time and experience to gather vvisdome are not; so the aged, who have that great advantage of time and experience to gather Wisdom Are not; av dt j-vvn, r-crq vhb d j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 vbr xx; (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1248 Both often come short in abilities of understanding and prudence, the former of their inferiors, the latter of their Juniors. Both often come short in abilities of understanding and prudence, the former of their inferiors, the latter of their Juniors. d av vvb j p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt j pp-f po32 n2-jn, dt d pp-f po32 n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1249 This is expresse in the latter part of the verse, and therefore needs not be inferred from this first part of it, by way of interpretation; This is express in the latter part of the verse, and Therefore needs not be inferred from this First part of it, by Way of Interpretation; d vbz j p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvz xx vbi vvn p-acp d ord n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1250 Great men are not alwayes wise, then followes this disjunctive proposition; Neither doe the aged understand Judgement; or, that which is right. Great men Are not always wise, then follows this disjunctive proposition; Neither do the aged understand Judgement; or, that which is right. j n2 vbr xx av j, av vvz d j n1; av-dx vdb dt j-vvn vvb n1; cc, cst r-crq vbz j-jn. (6) chapter (DIV2) 191 Page 65
1251 The word Mishpat is taken two vvayes in Scripture; first, for the rule of Righteousnesse; The word Mishpat is taken two ways in Scripture; First, for the Rule of Righteousness; dt n1 vvb vbz vvn crd n2 p-acp n1; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 65
1252 Samuel told the people, the judgement or manner of the Kingdome, (1 Sam: 10.25.) that is, Samuel told the people, the judgement or manner of the Kingdom, (1 Sam: 10.25.) that is, np1 vvd dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (crd np1: crd.) cst vbz, (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 65
1253 how the kingdome should be ordered and governed, according to judgement and rules of righteousnesse. how the Kingdom should be ordered and governed, according to judgement and rules of righteousness. c-crq dt n1 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn, vvg p-acp n1 cc n2 pp-f n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 65
1254 Secondly, Such an actuall Administration as is according to that rule of righteousnesse, is in Scripture called judgement. Secondly, Such an actual Administration as is according to that Rule of righteousness, is in Scripture called judgement. ord, d dt j n1 c-acp vbz vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vbz p-acp n1 vvn n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 65
1255 The aged doe not alwayes understand judgement in either notion; The aged do not always understand judgement in either notion; dt n-vvn vdb xx av vvi n1 p-acp d n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 65
1256 they doe not alwayes understand the rule, nor doe they alwayes act according to the rule which they understand; they do not always understand the Rule, nor do they always act according to the Rule which they understand; pns32 vdb xx av vvb dt n1, ccx vdb pns32 av vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb; (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 66
1257 they vvho fayle in one, much more in both these, doe not understand judgement. they who fail in one, much more in both these, do not understand judgement. pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp pi, av-d av-dc p-acp d d, vdb xx vvi n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 66
1258 Sometimes the aged are at a losse and know not vvhat to doe, and oftentimes they are so entangled with their lusts, that they will not doe vvhat they know. Sometime the aged Are At a loss and know not what to do, and oftentimes they Are so entangled with their Lustiest, that they will not do what they know. av dt n-vvn vbr p-acp dt n1 cc vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, cc av pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vdi r-crq pns32 vvb. (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 66
1259 Yet here remember, these words are not to be taken as an absolute negation of vvisdome to the ancient, much lesse as a reproach upon them: Yet Here Remember, these words Are not to be taken as an absolute negation of Wisdom to the ancient, much less as a reproach upon them: av av vvi, d n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32: (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 66
1260 For usually the aged are most understanding in judgement, and we may more probably and doe more frequently finde Judgement with them, For usually the aged Are most understanding in judgement, and we may more probably and do more frequently find Judgement with them, p-acp av-j dt j-vvn vbr av-ds n1 p-acp n1, cc pns12 vmb av-dc av-j cc vdb av-dc av-j vvi n1 p-acp pno32, (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 66
1261 then among those that are young. And therefore when Elihu saith, neither doe the aged understand Judgement; then among those that Are young. And Therefore when Elihu Says, neither doe the aged understand Judgement; av p-acp d cst vbr j. cc av c-crq np1 vvz, dx n1 dt j-vvn vvb n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 66
1262 his meaning is only this, old age doth not give vvisdome, nor is it the old mans priviledge only, to understand judgement. Hence note. his meaning is only this, old age does not give Wisdom, nor is it the old men privilege only, to understand judgement. Hence note. po31 n1 vbz av-j d, j n1 vdz xx vvi n1, ccx vbz pn31 dt j ng1 n1 av-j, pc-acp vvi n1. av vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 192 Page 66
1263 As honour or greatnesse of estate, so age or greatnesse of yeares, doth not confer wisdome upon any man. As honour or greatness of estate, so age or greatness of Years, does not confer Wisdom upon any man. p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp d n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 193 Page 66
1264 Time doth neither stop nor convey knowledge and understanding; Time does neither stop nor convey knowledge and understanding; n1 vdz av-dx vvi ccx vvi n1 cc n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 194 Page 66
1267 In strict sence, vvisdome is not the daughter of time, but the gift of the eternal. It is not time but divine favour vvhich makes wise. In strict sense, Wisdom is not the daughter of time, but the gift of the Eternal. It is not time but divine favour which makes wise. p-acp j n1, n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. pn31 vbz xx n1 p-acp j-jn n1 r-crq vvz j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 194 Page 66
1268 They are soone made wise and learned, whom God will teach. They Are soon made wise and learned, whom God will teach. pns32 vbr av vvn j cc j, ro-crq np1 vmb vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 194 Page 66
1269 The teachings of God make young men like the ancients in vvisdome, and without his teaching, the aged are like children in folly. The teachings of God make young men like the ancients in Wisdom, and without his teaching, the aged Are like children in folly. dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 vvb j n2 av-j dt n2-j p-acp n1, cc p-acp po31 n-vvg, dt n-vvn vbr j n2 p-acp n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 194 Page 66
1270 God sometimes denieth vvisdome to the Ancient, and sometimes he takes vvisdome from them. God sometime Denieth Wisdom to the Ancient, and sometime he Takes Wisdom from them. np1 av vvz n1 p-acp dt j, cc av pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno32. (6) chapter (DIV2) 194 Page 66
1271 And God suffers old men to act like children, to goe out of the way, to doe foolishly, that he may staine the glory of all flesh, And God suffers old men to act like children, to go out of the Way, to do foolishly, that he may stain the glory of all Flesh, cc np1 vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi av-j n2, pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vdi av-j, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 194 Page 66
1272 and that all might both know and have their dependance on him alone. Hence take two or three deductions. and that all might both know and have their dependence on him alone. Hence take two or three deductions. cc cst d vmd d vvi cc vhb po32 n1 p-acp pno31 av-j. av vvb crd cc crd n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 194 Page 66
1273 First, From the Connection of these two verses, we learne that, The spirit of God is not tyed to any age or degree of men; First, From the Connection of these two Verses, we Learn that, The Spirit of God is not tied to any age or degree of men; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, pns12 vvb cst, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 66
1274 The Inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding; Great men are not alwayes wise, &c. The Spirit of God is a free Spirit; The Inspiration of the Almighty gives understanding; Great men Are not always wise, etc. The Spirit of God is a free Spirit; dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz vvg; j n2 vbr xx av j, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 66
1275 and as the Spirit is free because he moves without any desert in the object; as also because he gives liberally, plentifully, and abundantly; and as the Spirit is free Because he moves without any desert in the Object; as also Because he gives liberally, plentifully, and abundantly; cc c-acp dt n1 vbz j c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1; c-acp av c-acp pns31 vvz av-j, av-j, cc av-j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 66
1276 so the Spirit of God is free as to the choice of objects, he gives here and not there, he passeth by this man, so the Spirit of God is free as to the choice of objects, he gives Here and not there, he passes by this man, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vvz av cc xx a-acp, pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1277 and takes hold of that, he sometimes passeth by the rich, and takes the poore, ( Eccl. 9.15.) The poore wise man saved the Citie; and Takes hold of that, he sometime passes by the rich, and Takes the poor, (Ecclesiastes 9.15.) The poor wise man saved the city; cc vvz n1 pp-f d, pns31 av vvz p-acp dt j, cc vvz dt j, (np1 crd.) dt j j n1 vvd dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1278 sometimes he passeth by the old, and takes the young; sometime he passes by the old, and Takes the young; av pns31 vvz p-acp dt j, cc vvz dt j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1279 and he doth all this, that we might ascribe all to himselfe, not to the age of man, not to any thing in man. and he does all this, that we might ascribe all to himself, not to the age of man, not to any thing in man. cc pns31 vdz d d, cst pns12 vmd vvi d p-acp px31, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx p-acp d n1 p-acp n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1280 God hath promised to be with his Church, and with his Ministers by his Spirit to the end of the world; God hath promised to be with his Church, and with his Ministers by his Spirit to the end of the world; np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1281 but the Spirit hath his choice as to particular men, and none have been more deceived then they that thought the Spirit in bonds or tyed to them; but the Spirit hath his choice as to particular men, and none have been more deceived then they that Thought the Spirit in bonds or tied to them; cc-acp dt n1 vhz po31 n1 c-acp p-acp j n2, cc pix vhb vbn av-dc vvn cs pns32 cst vvd dt n1 p-acp n2 cc vvn p-acp pno32; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1282 Come (say they, Jer: 18.18.) let us devise devices against Jeremiah; Come (say they, Jer: 18.18.) let us devise devices against Jeremiah; vvb (vvb pns32, np1: crd.) vvb pno12 vvi n2 p-acp np1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1283 For the Law shall not perish from the Priest, nor Counsell from the wise, nor the word from the Prophet; For the Law shall not perish from the Priest, nor Counsel from the wise, nor the word from the Prophet; p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, ccx n1 p-acp dt j, ccx dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1284 The Priests are of this opinion, and Jeremiah is out of the way, he is a false Prophet, The Priests Are of this opinion, and Jeremiah is out of the Way, he is a false Prophet, dt n2 vbr pp-f d n1, cc np1 vbz av pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1285 and therefore certainly we may proceed in our devices against him, for we have the opinion of the Priests and Prophets with us; and Therefore Certainly we may proceed in our devices against him, for we have the opinion of the Priests and prophets with us; cc av av-j pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1286 Thus they spake, as if the Spirit of God had been bound up to that order. Thus they spoke, as if the Spirit of God had been bound up to that order. av pns32 vvd, c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vbn vvn a-acp p-acp d n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1287 We ought to seeke wisdome at the Priests mouth; yet they who rest upon their vvisdome may soone be deceived; We ought to seek Wisdom At the Priests Mouth; yet they who rest upon their Wisdom may soon be deceived; pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1; av pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n1 vmb av vbi vvn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1289 The great Cheate which the Pope hath put upon the world is, That the Spirit of God is tyed to the pumells of his Chaire, The great Cheat which the Pope hath put upon the world is, That the Spirit of God is tied to the pumells of his Chair, dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 vbz, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1290 or that there he cannot erre. But as particular men, so whole Counsells of learned and aged men have erred. or that there he cannot err. But as particular men, so Whole Counsels of learned and aged men have erred. cc cst a-acp pns31 vmbx vvi. cc-acp p-acp j n2, av j-jn n2 pp-f j cc j-vvn n2 vhb vvn. (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1291 True vvisdome is not the birth of time, nor the peculiar of a party, but the free gift of the Spirit of God, who is most free, both in what he giveth, and to whom he giveth. Therefore True Wisdom is not the birth of time, nor the peculiar of a party, but the free gift of the Spirit of God, who is most free, both in what he gives, and to whom he gives. Therefore j n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx dt j pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz av-ds j, av-d p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz. av (6) chapter (DIV2) 195 Page 67
1292 Secondly, Let us not pin our faith or our Consciences upon men, how great, or how Ancient soever they are; Secondly, Let us not pin our faith or our Consciences upon men, how great, or how Ancient soever they Are; ord, vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n1 cc po12 n2 p-acp n2, c-crq j, cc c-crq j av pns32 vbr; (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 67
1293 Let us give respect to the Ancient, and the honourable, (not to doe it is not only uncivill but sinfull) yet let us not give up our Consciences to them; Let us give respect to the Ancient, and the honourable, (not to do it is not only Uncivil but sinful) yet let us not give up our Consciences to them; vvb pno12 vvi n1 p-acp dt j, cc dt j, (xx pc-acp vdi pn31 vbz xx av-j j p-acp j) av vvb pno12 xx vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno32; (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 67
1294 For great men are not alwayes wise, neither doe the aged understand Judgement; We must not reverence any mans person to the prejudice of the truth. For great men Are not always wise, neither do the aged understand Judgement; We must not Reverence any men person to the prejudice of the truth. p-acp j n2 vbr xx av j, av-dx vdb dt j-vvn vvb n1; pns12 vmb xx vvi d ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 67
1295 The opinions of great or ancient men are not to be received, as Oracles, without debate; The opinions of great or ancient men Are not to be received, as Oracles, without debate; dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp n2, p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 67
1296 we have liberty to Consider of them, and to Compare them with the rule: We must prove all things, and hold fast that only which is good. we have liberty to Consider of them, and to Compare them with the Rule: We must prove all things, and hold fast that only which is good. pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32, cc pc-acp vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1: pns12 vmb vvi d n2, cc vvb av-j cst av-j r-crq vbz j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 67
1297 A heathen gave that direction to those who heare philosophicall discourses; A heathen gave that direction to those who hear philosophical discourses; dt n-jn vvd cst n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb j n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 67
1298 You must take off all those considerations which concerne the person speaking, and only mind what is spoken: You must take off all those considerations which concern the person speaking, and only mind what is spoken: pn22 vmb vvi a-acp d d n2 r-crq vvb dt n1 vvg, cc j n1 r-crq vbz vvn: (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 67
1299 his Antiquity, that he is an old man, and his authority, that he is a great man, must not sway you; his Antiquity, that he is an old man, and his Authority, that he is a great man, must not sway you; po31 n1, cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc po31 n1, cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, vmb xx vvi pn22; (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 68
1300 His outward gesture, tone and gravity, his severe or demure lookes, which much affect, almost astonish unlearned auditors, His outward gesture, tone and gravity, his severe or demure looks, which much affect, almost astonish unlearned Auditors, po31 j n1, n1 cc n1, po31 j cc j n2, r-crq d vvb, av vvi j n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 68
1301 and make them ready to swallow any thing that is uttered, must all be layd aside when the matter delivered and asserted, comes to be examin'd and layd in the ballance. and make them ready to swallow any thing that is uttered, must all be laid aside when the matter Delivered and asserted, comes to be examined and laid in the balance. cc vvi pno32 j pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vbz vvn, vmb d vbi vvn av c-crq dt n1 vvn cc vvn, vvz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 68
1302 Believe what is said because you judge it true, doe not believe it true because such or such a man hath said it; Believe what is said Because you judge it true, do not believe it true Because such or such a man hath said it; vvb q-crq vbz vvn c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 j, vdb xx vvi pn31 j c-acp d cc d dt n1 vhz vvn pn31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 68
1303 because an old man, or a great man, or a good man hath said it. Because an old man, or a great man, or a good man hath said it. c-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1, cc dt j n1 vhz vvn pn31. (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 68
1304 How strictly then and religiously is this to be observed in hearing the word of God, How strictly then and religiously is this to be observed in hearing the word of God, c-crq av-j av cc av-j vbz d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 68
1305 and the doctrines of faith? in that case be sure to lay aside all that concernes the speaker, and the doctrines of faith? in that case be sure to lay aside all that concerns the speaker, cc dt n2 pp-f n1? p-acp d n1 vbi j pc-acp vvi av d cst vvz dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 68
1306 and weigh what he speakes alone and single in the Ballance of the Sanctuary. Thirdly, Then, we ought not to despise what young men say, because of their youth. and weigh what he speaks alone and single in the Balance of the Sanctuary. Thirdly, Then, we ought not to despise what young men say, Because of their youth. cc vvb r-crq pns31 vvz av-j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. ord, av, pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi r-crq j n2 vvb, c-acp pp-f po32 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 196 Page 68
1307 If old men be not alwayes wise, then wisdome may be with the young; sometimes an opinion is undervalued, because it is the opinion of a young man; If old men be not always wise, then Wisdom may be with the young; sometime an opinion is undervalved, Because it is the opinion of a young man; cs j n2 vbb xx av j, cs n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt j; av dt n1 vbz vvn, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1308 and truths are not received, because he that delivers them hath not seene many dayes. and truths Are not received, Because he that delivers them hath not seen many days. cc n2 vbr xx vvn, c-acp pns31 cst vvz pno32 vhz xx vvn d n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1309 As it is a sin to adore old age, or to give up our faith and Conscience to it; As it is a since to adore old age, or to give up our faith and Conscience to it; p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi j n1, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1310 so it is a sin to slight youth, in doing so we may slight the truth. so it is a since to slight youth, in doing so we may slight the truth. av pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp vdg av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1311 Paul saith to Timothy, Let no man despise thy youth; Paul Says to Timothy, Let no man despise thy youth; np1 vvz p-acp np1, vvb dx n1 vvi po21 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1312 Which as it is a Caution to Timothy (as hath been shewed) to carry himselfe wisely and warily, Which as it is a Caution to Timothy (as hath been showed) to carry himself wisely and warily, r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 (c-acp vhz vbn vvn) pc-acp vvi px31 av-j cc av-j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1313 lest he should occasion others to slight or despise him; lest he should occasion Others to slight or despise him; cs pns31 vmd vvi n2-jn p-acp j cc vvi pno31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1314 so it is a Caution to the people, that they should not despise him because of his youth; so it is a Caution to the people, that they should not despise him Because of his youth; av pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31 c-acp pp-f po31 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1315 That which is the true glory of gray hayess, doth sometimes Crowne the youthfull head, wisdome (I meane) and ripenesse of understanding. That which is the true glory of grey hayess, does sometime Crown the youthful head, Wisdom (I mean) and ripeness of understanding. cst r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vdz av vvi dt j n1, n1 (pns11 vvb) cc n1 pp-f n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1316 It was said of a godly woman, Shee had a youthfull body, but an aged mind. It was said of a godly woman, She had a youthful body, but an aged mind. pn31 vbds vvn pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vhd dt j n1, cc-acp dt j-vvn n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1317 Samuel was young in yeares, but in grace elder then old Ely; Jeremiah was young, Samuel was young in Years, but in grace elder then old Ely; Jeremiah was young, np1 vbds j p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp vvi jc-jn cs j np1; np1 vbds j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1318 but how wise did the Inspiration of God make him? Daniel was young, yet wiser then all the Magicians and Astrologers; but how wise did the Inspiration of God make him? daniel was young, yet Wiser then all the Magicians and Astrologers; cc-acp c-crq j vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno31? np1 vbds j, av jc cs d dt n2 cc n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1319 Timothy and Titus were young, yet honourable for p udence and piety; and therefore, seeing great men are not alwayes wise, neither doe the aged understand Judgement, Timothy and Titus were young, yet honourable for p udence and piety; and Therefore, seeing great men Are not always wise, neither do the aged understand Judgement, np1 cc np1 vbdr j, av j p-acp zz n1 cc n1; cc av, vvg j n2 vbr xx av j, av-dx vdb dt j-vvn vvb n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1320 as we should not accept what old men say because of their age; so let us not slight what young men say because of their youth. as we should not accept what old men say Because of their age; so let us not slight what young men say Because of their youth. c-acp pns12 vmd xx vvi r-crq j n2 vvb c-acp pp-f po32 n1; av vvb pno12 xx j r-crq j n2 vvb c-acp pp-f po32 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 197 Page 68
1321 When God furnisheth young men with abilities, and calleth them to his worke, even old men must be willing, at least not disdaine, to heare them. When God furnisheth young men with abilities, and calls them to his work, even old men must be willing, At least not disdain, to hear them. c-crq np1 vvz j n2 p-acp n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1, av j n2 vmb vbi j, p-acp ds xx vvi, pc-acp vvi pno32. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1322 Christ must be heard in or by whom soeever he will speake. christ must be herd in or by whom soeever he will speak. np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmb vvi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1323 God indeed doth usually serve himselfe by the aged, yet he hath abundantly testified that truth is not bound up to old age. God indeed does usually serve himself by the aged, yet he hath abundantly testified that truth is not bound up to old age. np1 av vdz av-j vvi px31 p-acp dt j-vvn, av pns31 vhz av-j vvn cst n1 vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1324 Modesty should bridle young men from being over-forward to shew themselves, but it must not shut or seale up their lips. Modesty should bridle young men from being overforward to show themselves, but it must not shut or seal up their lips. n1 vmd vvi j n2 p-acp vbg j pc-acp vvi px32, cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi cc vvi a-acp po32 n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1325 Old men must have the preheminence; Old men must have the pre-eminence; j n2 vmb vhi dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1326 Elihu shewes us that order ( v. 7.) I (saith he) said dayes shall speake, and multitude of yeares shall teach wisdome: Elihu shows us that order (v. 7.) I (Says he) said days shall speak, and multitude of Years shall teach Wisdom: np1 vvz pno12 d n1 (n1 crd) pns11 (vvz pns31) vvd n2 vmb vvi, cc n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1327 We must first attend and give eare to our elders. We must First attend and give ear to our Elders. pns12 vmb ord vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2-jn. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1328 And when we are to chuse Officers or Governours, to chuse ignorant Greene-heads before knowing Gray hayres, were a perverting of all order. And when we Are to choose Officers or Governors, to choose ignorant Green-heads before knowing Grey hairs, were a perverting of all order. cc c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp vvg j-jn n2, vbdr dt vvg pp-f d n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1329 Therefore men of yeares having grace and wisdome proportionable, are to be preferred before the younger. Therefore men of Years having grace and Wisdom proportionable, Are to be preferred before the younger. av n2 pp-f n2 vhg n1 cc n1 j, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt jc. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1330 In that case it were a shame to advance young men, with a neglect of the aged. In that case it were a shame to advance young men, with a neglect of the aged. p-acp d n1 pn31 vbdr dt n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1331 But when God gives more grace and understanding to young men then to ancients, our approbation should follow his preparation, But when God gives more grace and understanding to young men then to ancients, our approbation should follow his preparation, p-acp c-crq np1 vvz dc n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2 av p-acp n2-jn, po12 n1 vmd vvi po31 n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1332 and whom he qualifies best, we should soonest chuse. The order of Nature is good, yet not alwayes fittest to be observed. and whom he Qualifies best, we should soonest choose. The order of Nature is good, yet not always Fittest to be observed. cc r-crq pns31 vvz av-js, pns12 vmd av-s vvi. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, av xx av js pc-acp vbi vvn. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1333 Right reason and the rule of the word of God must sway and cast our vote, no the age and yeares of men. Right reason and the Rule of the word of God must sway and cast our vote, no the age and Years of men. j-jn n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n1, dx dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1334 When Samuel was sent to anoynt a King in the place of Saul among the sons of Jesse, he looking on Eliab said, Surely the Lords anoynted is before him (1 Sam: 16.5.) but the Lord said unto him (v. 6:) Looke not on his countenance, When Samuel was sent to anoint a King in the place of Saul among the Sons of Jesse, he looking on Eliab said, Surely the lords anointed is before him (1 Sam: 16.5.) but the Lord said unto him (v. 6:) Look not on his countenance, c-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vvg p-acp np1 vvd, av-j dt n2 vvn vbz p-acp pno31 (vvd np1: crd.) p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 (n1 crd:) vvb xx p-acp po31 n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1335 or on the height of his stature, because I have refused him, for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; or on the height of his stature, Because I have refused him, for the Lord sees not as man sees; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno31, p-acp dt n1 vvz xx p-acp n1 vvz; (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1336 for man looketh on the outward appearance; but the Lord looketh on the heart. Now, as we are not to be taken with the beauty and stature of men, for man looks on the outward appearance; but the Lord looks on the heart. Now, as we Are not to be taken with the beauty and stature of men, p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1; cc-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. av, c-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1337 so not with their gray haires and outward gravity. Old men are not alwayes wise; so not with their grey hairs and outward gravity. Old men Are not always wise; av xx p-acp po32 j-jn n2 cc j n1. j n2 vbr xx av j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1338 wisdome and a heart for God, a good heart, or a heart to doe good, may dwell with a greene Head, Wisdom and a heart for God, a good heart, or a heart to do good, may dwell with a green Head, n1 cc dt n1 p-acp np1, dt j n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vdi j, vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1339 even with a greener then seven, the eighth o• greenest of all (so was Davids ) that come or stand in a day of Election before us. even with a greener then seven, the eighth o• Greenest of all (so was Davids) that come or stand in a day of Election before us. av p-acp dt jc-jn cs crd, dt ord n1 vv2 pp-f d (av vbds npg1) cst vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12. (6) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 69
1340 JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Therefore I said, Hearken to me: I also will shew mine opinion. JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Therefore I said, Harken to me: I also will show mine opinion. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd av pns11 vvd, vvb p-acp pno11: pns11 av vmb vvi po11 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 198 Page 70
1341 Behold, I waited for your words: I gave care to your reasons, whilest you searched out what to say. Yea, I attended unto you: Behold, I waited for your words: I gave care to your Reasons, whilst you searched out what to say. Yea, I attended unto you: vvb, pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n2: pns11 vvd n1 p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vvd av r-crq pc-acp vvi. uh, pns11 vvd p-acp pn22: (7) chapter (DIV2) 200 Page 70
1342 and behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words: Lest ye should say; We have found out wisdome: and behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words: Lest you should say; We have found out Wisdom: cc vvb, pc-acp vbds pi pp-f pn22 cst vvd np1, cc cst vvd po31 n2: cs pn22 vmd vvi; pns12 vhb vvn av n1: (7) chapter (DIV2) 201 Page 70
1343 God thrusteth him downe and not man. Now he hath not directed his words against me: God thrusts him down and not man. Now he hath not directed his words against me: np1 vvz pno31 a-acp cc xx n1. av pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 n2 p-acp pno11: (7) chapter (DIV2) 202 Page 70
1344 neither will I answer him with your speeches. neither will I answer him with your Speeches. av-dx vmb pns11 vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 203 Page 70
1345 ELihu having asserted this negative proposition in the former verse, Great men are not alwayes wise, ELihu having asserted this negative proposition in the former verse, Great men Are not always wise, np1 vhg vvn d j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1, j n2 vbr xx av j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 204 Page 70
1346 neither doe the aged understand Judgement, makes his inference from it in these words. Vers. 10. Therefore I sayd hearken to me. As if he had said; neither do the aged understand Judgement, makes his Inference from it in these words. Vers. 10. Therefore I said harken to me. As if he had said; av-dx vdb dt j-vvn vvb n1, vvz po31 n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2. np1 crd av pns11 vvd vvi p-acp pno11. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 204 Page 70
1347 Though I am none of the great men of the world, though I am none of the aged among the sons of men, yet hearken unto me; Though I am none of the great men of the world, though I am none of the aged among the Sons of men, yet harken unto me; cs pns11 vbm pix pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cs pns11 vbm pix pp-f dt j-vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, av vvb p-acp pno11; (7) chapter (DIV2) 205 Page 70
1348 for seeing great and aged men are not alwayes wise, nor have ingrossed all wisdome and understanding to themselves, it is possible that some beames of wisdome may shine forth even from so meane a Junior, for seeing great and aged men Are not always wise, nor have ingrossed all Wisdom and understanding to themselves, it is possible that Some beams of Wisdom may shine forth even from so mean a Junior, c-acp vvg j cc j-vvn n2 vbr xx av j, ccx vhb vvn d n1 cc n1 p-acp px32, pn31 vbz j cst d n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi av av p-acp av j dt j-jn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 205 Page 70
1349 even from such a puny as (I must confesse) I am. We may also make the inference from the 8th verse; even from such a puny as (I must confess) I am. We may also make the Inference from the 8th verse; av p-acp d dt j c-acp (pns11 vmb vvi) pns11 vbm. pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 205 Page 70
1350 There is a spirit in man, and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding. Therefore I said hearken to me; There is a Spirit in man, and the inspiration of the Almighty gives understanding. Therefore I said harken to me; a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz n1. av pns11 vvd vvi p-acp pno11; (7) chapter (DIV2) 206 Page 70
1351 As if he had said, Though I am a young man, and have not had either those naturall or accidentall advantages of the ancient for the gathering of any great stocke or treasures of wisdome, As if he had said, Though I am a young man, and have not had either those natural or accidental advantages of the ancient for the gathering of any great stock or treasures of Wisdom, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pns11 vbm dt j n1, cc vhb xx vhn d d j cc j n2 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 206 Page 70
1352 yet there is an inspiration of the Almighty which giveth understanding. yet there is an inspiration of the Almighty which gives understanding. av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn r-crq vvz n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 206 Page 70
1353 If the Lord will make use of me, and inspire me, if he please to breath his truths into me, If the Lord will make use of me, and inspire me, if he please to breath his truths into me, cs dt n1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pno11, cc vvb pno11, cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno11, (7) chapter (DIV2) 206 Page 70
1354 and irradiate my soule with divine light, I may be able to doe and say some thing in this matter. and irradiate my soul with divine Light, I may be able to do and say Some thing in this matter. cc j po11 n1 p-acp j-jn n1, pns11 vmb vbi j pc-acp vdi cc vvi d n1 p-acp d n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 206 Page 70
1355 The inference, you see, followes well and without straine from either of those premises. Therefore I said, hearken to me. The Inference, you see, follows well and without strain from either of those premises. Therefore I said, harken to me. dt n1, pn22 vvb, vvz av cc p-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f d n2. av pns11 vvd, vvb p-acp pno11. (7) chapter (DIV2) 206 Page 70
1356 It may be queried, to whom did Elihu say this? We translate the words indefinitely, not determining them to this or thar person; It may be queried, to whom did Elihu say this? We translate the words indefinitely, not determining them to this or thar person; pn31 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq vdd np1 vvb d? pns12 vvb dt n2 av-j, xx vvg pno32 p-acp d cc cst n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 207 Page 71
1357 But the Original seemes to speake personally; Therefore I said, heare thou me. Which may be understood two wayes; But the Original seems to speak personally; Therefore I said, hear thou me. Which may be understood two ways; cc-acp dt j-jn vvz pc-acp vvi av-j; av pns11 vvd, vvb pns21 pno11. r-crq vmb vbi vvn crd n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 207 Page 71
1358 First, that Elihu directed his speech principally to Job, Heare thou what I shall say. First, that Elihu directed his speech principally to Job, Hear thou what I shall say. ord, cst np1 vvd po31 n1 av-j p-acp np1, vvb pns21 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 207 Page 71
1359 Secondly, that Elihu spake to the whole company there present, as if they had been but one man; Secondly, that Elihu spoke to the Whole company there present, as if they had been but one man; ord, cst np1 vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vbn p-acp crd n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 207 Page 71
1360 we may speake in a congregation of hundreds and thousands, we may speake to many, as if there were but one to heare; we may speak in a congregation of hundreds and thousands, we may speak to many, as if there were but one to hear; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd cc crd, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr cc-acp pi pc-acp vvi; (7) chapter (DIV2) 207 Page 71
1361 as what is spoken to a few, may be intended to all. ( Mark 13.37.) What I say unto you, (my Disciples) I say unto all, watch. as what is spoken to a few, may be intended to all. (Mark 13.37.) What I say unto you, (my Disciples) I say unto all, watch. c-acp q-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt d, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d. (vvb crd.) q-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, (po11 n2) pns11 vvb p-acp d, n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 207 Page 71
1362 So that which is said to all, is surely said to every one in the assembly where 'tis said. So that which is said to all, is surely said to every one in the assembly where it's said. av cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d, vbz av-j vvn p-acp d pi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 207 Page 71
1363 Though we take Elihu here, as speaking directly but to one person, yet we must take him as desiring that every person present should take it as spoken to himselfe; Hearken to me. Hence note first. Though we take Elihu Here, as speaking directly but to one person, yet we must take him as desiring that every person present should take it as spoken to himself; Harken to me. Hence note First. cs pns12 vvb np1 av, c-acp vvg av-j p-acp p-acp crd n1, av pns12 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp vvg cst d n1 j vmd vvi pn31 a-acp vvn p-acp px31; vvb p-acp pno11. av vvi ord. (7) chapter (DIV2) 207 Page 71
1364 When any speake reason, and hold out truth, they are to be heard. No man should stop his eare with a prejudice to the person. When any speak reason, and hold out truth, they Are to be herd. No man should stop his ear with a prejudice to the person. c-crq d vvb n1, cc vvb av n1, pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn. dx n1 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 208 Page 71
1365 He that speaks truth, deserves to be heard: He that speaks truth, deserves to be herd: pns31 cst vvz n1, vvz pc-acp vbi vvn: (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1366 though (as Elihu ) he be a young man, or inferior to many in age, though (as Elihu) he be a young man, or inferior to many in age, c-acp (c-acp np1) pns31 vbb dt j n1, cc j-jn p-acp d p-acp n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1367 yet he is to be heard, though inferior to many in power and experience, yet he is to be heard; ( Eccle: 4.13.) Better is a poore and wise child, yet he is to be herd, though inferior to many in power and experience, yet he is to be herd; (Eccle: 4.13.) Better is a poor and wise child, av pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cs j-jn p-acp d p-acp n1 cc n1, av pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; (n1: crd.) jc vbz dt j cc j n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1368 then an old and foolish King that will not be admonished. then an old and foolish King that will not be admonished. cs dt j cc j n1 cst vmb xx vbi vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1369 And better is a poore and wise child, then an old man that can give no admonition. And better is a poor and wise child, then an old man that can give no admonition. cc jc vbz dt j cc j n1, cs dt j n1 cst vmb vvi dx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1370 As that man is in a sad condition, whether king or subject, that will not be admonished, As that man is in a sad condition, whither King or Subject, that will not be admonished, p-acp d n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cs n1 cc n-jn, cst vmb xx vbi vvn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1371 so that man, be he never so ancient, is not much to be regarded, that is not able to give admonition. so that man, be he never so ancient, is not much to be regarded, that is not able to give admonition. av d n1, vbb pns31 av-x av j, vbz xx av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbz xx j pc-acp vvi n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1372 But though both discreete young men, and discreete poore men are to be heard when they speak truth and reason, But though both discreet young men, and discreet poor men Are to be herd when they speak truth and reason, p-acp cs d j j n2, cc j j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn c-crq pns32 vvb n1 cc n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1373 yet that of Solomon (Eccle: 9.16.) is too often verified; The poore mans wisdome is despised, and his words are not heard. Most conclude. yet that of Solomon (Eccle: 9.16.) is too often verified; The poor men Wisdom is despised, and his words Are not herd. Most conclude. av d pp-f np1 (n1: crd.) vbz av av vvn; dt j ng1 n1 vbz vvn, cc po31 n2 vbr xx vvn. av-ds vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1374 if a man be poore, his counsell is so too, and if he be young, if a man be poor, his counsel is so too, and if he be young, cs dt n1 vbi j, po31 n1 vbz av av, cc cs pns31 vbb j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 71
1375 how can he be a counseller? yet, heare me (saith Elihu ) I also will shew mine opinion, or my knowledge. how can he be a Counsellor? yet, hear me (Says Elihu) I also will show mine opinion, or my knowledge. q-crq vmb pns31 vbb dt n1? av, vvb pno11 (vvz np1) pns11 av vmb vvi po11 n1, cc po11 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 209 Page 72
1376 I will shew what my understanding is, or what light God hath given me in this case. The words are plaine. Note from them. I will show what my understanding is, or what Light God hath given me in this case. The words Are plain. Note from them. pns11 vmb vvi r-crq po11 n1 vbz, cc r-crq n1 np1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp d n1. dt n2 vbr j. vvb p-acp pno32. (7) chapter (DIV2) 210 Page 72
1377 What truth ot truths we have received and know, we should communicate and make knowne. What truth It truths we have received and know, we should communicate and make known. q-crq n1 zz n2 pns12 vhb vvn cc vvi, pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 211 Page 72
1378 'Tis a duty to shew our opinion when we have a call and an occasion to shew it, as Elihu here had. It's a duty to show our opinion when we have a call and an occasion to show it, as Elihu Here had. pn31|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 c-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp np1 av vhd. (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1379 Some have knowledge, who will not shew it; They (which Christ forbids, Math: 5.15.) put their candle under a bushell. some have knowledge, who will not show it; They (which christ forbids, Math: 5.15.) put their candle under a bushel. d vhb n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi pn31; pns32 (r-crq np1 vvz, np1: crd.) vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1380 God hath lighted a candle, and set it up in some mens spirits, yet they either quite conceale or much obscure it. God hath lighted a candle, and Set it up in Some men's spirits, yet they either quite conceal or much Obscure it. np1 vhz vvn dt n1, cc vvd pn31 a-acp p-acp d ng2 n2, av pns32 d av vvi cc d j pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1381 God hath given them a talent of knowledge, and they like the unprofitable servant, wrap it up in a Napkin. God hath given them a talon of knowledge, and they like the unprofitable servant, wrap it up in a Napkin. np1 vhz vvn pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns32 av-j dt j n1, vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1382 They will not shew their opinion. They will not show their opinion. pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1383 Not to shew what we have, when called to it, is a deniall that we have it. Not to show what we have, when called to it, is a denial that we have it. xx pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vhb, c-crq vvn p-acp pn31, vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vhb pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1384 As good not have a candle, or a talent, as let our candle be hid, or hide our talent. As good not have a candle, or a talon, as let our candle be hid, or hide our talon. p-acp j xx vhi dt n1, cc dt n1, c-acp vvb po12 n1 vbi vvn, cc vvi po12 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1385 The very Heathen condemned this, while they sayd, Covered vertue, is buried vertue. The very Heathen condemned this, while they said, Covered virtue, is buried virtue. dt j j-jn vvn d, cs pns32 vvd, j-vvn n1, vbz vvn n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1386 Yea while a man covers his vertues, parts, and abilities, he burieth himselfe alive, or is dead while he lives. Yea while a man covers his Virtues, parts, and abilities, he burieth himself alive, or is dead while he lives. uh n1 dt n1 vvz po31 n2, n2, cc n2, pns31 vvz px31 j, cc vbz j cs pns31 vvz. (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1387 As, the Scripture saith, they have only a name to be alive, but are dead, who make a shew of more then they have ( Rev: 3.2.) so they have a name to be dead, As, the Scripture Says, they have only a name to be alive, but Are dead, who make a show of more then they have (Rev: 3.2.) so they have a name to be dead, p-acp, dt n1 vvz, pns32 vhb av-j dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp vbr j, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dc cs pns32 vhb (np1: crd.) av pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1388 or may be numbred among the dead, who will not shew what indeed they have. There are two things which hinder men from shewing their opinion; or may be numbered among the dead, who will not show what indeed they have. There Are two things which hinder men from showing their opinion; cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j, r-crq vmb xx vvi r-crq av pns32 vhb. pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vvb n2 p-acp vvg po32 n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 212 Page 72
1389 First, idlenesse, they are loath to take the paines to shew it. Secondly, shamefastnesse; There is a commendable modesty, 'tis not good to be over-forward in shewing our opinion; First, idleness, they Are loath to take the pains to show it. Secondly, shamefastness; There is a commendable modesty, it's not good to be overforward in showing our opinion; ord, n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. ord, n1; pc-acp vbz dt j n1, pn31|vbz xx j pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvg po12 n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 72
1390 But that modesty is sinfull, which quite hinders us from shewing our opinion. But that modesty is sinful, which quite hinders us from showing our opinion. cc-acp cst n1 vbz j, r-crq av vvz pno12 p-acp vvg po12 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 72
1391 They who keepe in their knowledge and opinion either through idlenesse, or shamefastnesse, doe almost as ill as they who shew their opinion, They who keep in their knowledge and opinion either through idleness, or shamefastness, do almost as ill as they who show their opinion, pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 av-d p-acp n1, cc n1, vdb av c-acp j-jn c-acp pns32 r-crq vvb po32 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 72
1392 and declare their knowledge through pride and and high-mindednesse, or meerely to shew themselves, to shew their wit, and declare their knowledge through pride and and high-mindedness, or merely to show themselves, to show their wit, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc cc j, cc av-j pc-acp vvi px32, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 72
1394 'Tis sinfull selfe-pleasing either to know only that we may know, or to publish what we know only to be knowne. It's sinful self-pleasing either to know only that we may know, or to publish what we know only to be known. pn31|vbz j j d pc-acp vvi av-j cst pns12 vmb vvi, cc pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vvb av-j pc-acp vbi vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 72
1395 With some 'tis nothing that they have knowledge, unlesse others know that they have it. An affectation to appeare knowing, is as bad as to be ignorant. With Some it's nothing that they have knowledge, unless Others know that they have it. an affectation to appear knowing, is as bad as to be ignorant. p-acp d pn31|vbz pix cst pns32 vhb n1, cs n2-jn vvb cst pns32 vhb pn31. dt n1 pc-acp vvi vvg, vbz a-acp j c-acp pc-acp vbi j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 73
1396 I will shew mine opinion (said Elihu ) But why would he shew it? We have reason to judge, it was from the honesty of his heart, not from the height of his Spirit. I will show mine opinion (said Elihu) But why would he show it? We have reason to judge, it was from the honesty of his heart, not from the height of his Spirit. pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 (vvd np1) cc-acp q-crq vmd pns31 vvi pn31? pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 73
1397 And when ever we shew our opinion, we ought to shew it out of an honest heart, And when ever we show our opinion, we ought to show it out of an honest heart, cc c-crq av pns12 vvb po12 n1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31 av pp-f dt j n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 73
1398 and for honest ends, such as these. First, To instruct those who are ignorant. Secondly, To reduce those who are out of the way. and for honest ends, such as these. First, To instruct those who Are ignorant. Secondly, To reduce those who Are out of the Way. cc p-acp j n2, d c-acp d. ord, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr j. ord, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr av pp-f dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 213 Page 73
1399 Thirdly, To feed hungry soules with wholesome doctrine. ( Prov. 10.21.) The lips of the righteous feed many. Fourthly, To strengthen the weake. Fifthly, To confirme the doubtfull. Sixthly, To comfort the sorrowfull. Seventhly, To encourage the fearefull. Thirdly, To feed hungry Souls with wholesome Doctrine. (Curae 10.21.) The lips of the righteous feed many. Fourthly, To strengthen the weak. Fifthly, To confirm the doubtful. Sixthly, To Comfort the sorrowful. Seventhly, To encourage the fearful. ord, pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp j n1. (np1 crd.) dt n2 pp-f dt j vvi d. ord, pc-acp vvi dt j. ord, pc-acp vvi dt j. j, pc-acp vvi dt j. crd, pc-acp vvi dt j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 216 Page 73
1400 Eightly, To quicken the sloathfull in the wayes and worke of God. Eighth, To quicken the slothful in the ways and work of God. ord, pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 221 Page 73
1401 Lastly, And above all, That God may be glorified by the use of the talent that he hath given. (1 Pet. 4.10.) As every man hath received the gift, Lastly, And above all, That God may be glorified by the use of the talon that he hath given. (1 Pet. 4.10.) As every man hath received the gift, ord, cc p-acp d, cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn. (crd np1 crd.) p-acp d n1 vhz vvn dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 222 Page 73
1402 even so minister the same one to another, as good Stewards of the manifold grace of God. even so minister the same one to Another, as good Stewards of the manifold grace of God. av av vvi dt d pi p-acp n-jn, c-acp j n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 222 Page 73
1403 Stewards must not set up their owne, but their Masters Interest. We should minister by every gift as Stewards of the manifold grace of God. Stewards must not Set up their own, but their Masters Interest. We should minister by every gift as Stewards of the manifold grace of God. n2 vmb xx vvi a-acp po32 d, cc-acp po32 ng1 n1. pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 c-acp n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 222 Page 73
1404 I will shew mine opinion ( saith Elihu.) But what haste? Elihu it seemeth foresaw some ready to object; I will show mine opinion (Says Elihu.) But what haste? Elihu it seems foresaw Some ready to Object; pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 (vvz np1.) cc-acp q-crq n1? np1 pn31 vvz vvd d j pc-acp vvi; (7) chapter (DIV2) 222 Page 73
1405 Why doe you a young man take upon you to speake in a cause, wherein so many of your Elders and Betters have not prevailed? why are you so busie? 'Tis much boldnes for you, Why do you a young man take upon you to speak in a cause, wherein so many of your Elders and Betters have not prevailed? why Are you so busy? It's much boldness for you, q-crq vdb pn22 dt j n1 vvb p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq av d pp-f po22 n2-jn cc n2-j vhb xx vvn? q-crq vbr pn22 av j? pn31|vbz d n1 p-acp pn22, (7) chapter (DIV2) 223 Page 73
1406 or such as you to declare your opinion in this controversie, wherein such wise, learned, & godly men have, without successe, ingaged already. or such as you to declare your opinion in this controversy, wherein such wise, learned, & godly men have, without success, engaged already. cc d c-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq d j, j, cc j n2 vhb, p-acp n1, vvn av. (7) chapter (DIV2) 223 Page 73
1407 To this objection, Elihu makes a preventing answer, rendring this account of his undertaking; To this objection, Elihu makes a preventing answer, rendering this account of his undertaking; p-acp d n1, np1 vvz dt vvg n1, vvg d n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg; (7) chapter (DIV2) 223 Page 73
1408 As if he had said, I have attentively observed all the passages and traverses of this dispute, I have heard all that Jobs friends have offered, As if he had said, I have attentively observed all the passages and traverses of this dispute, I have herd all that Jobs Friends have offered, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vhb av-j vvn d dt n2 cc vvz pp-f d n1, pns11 vhb vvn d d n2 n2 vhb vvn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 223 Page 73
1409 whether for vindication of the justice and righteousness of God in laying that great affliction upon him, whither for vindication of the Justice and righteousness of God in laying that great affliction upon him, cs p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg d j n1 p-acp pno31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 223 Page 73
1410 or for the conviction of Job, to make him see his sin, and sit downe humbled. or for the conviction of Job, to make him see his since, and fit down humbled. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi po31 n1, cc vvb a-acp vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 223 Page 73
1411 I have heard all this (saith Elihu) and upon the whole matter I find, Job is yet unanswered, I have herd all this (Says Elihu) and upon the Whole matter I find, Job is yet unanswered, pns11 vhb vvn d d (vvz np1) cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns11 vvb, np1 vbz av j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 223 Page 73
1412 or that there is need of a further answer to stop his mouth, to silence his complaints, or that there is need of a further answer to stop his Mouth, to silence his complaints, cc cst pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 223 Page 73
1413 and humble him under the hand and soveraigne power of God. This is the scope and summe of these two verses following. and humble him under the hand and sovereign power of God. This is the scope and sum of these two Verses following. cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f np1. d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d crd n2 vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 223 Page 74
1414 Vers. 11. Behold, I waited for your words, I gave care to your reasons, whilest you searched out what to say. Vers. 11. Behold, I waited for your words, I gave care to your Reasons, whilst you searched out what to say. np1 crd vvb, pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n2, pns11 vvd n1 p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vvd av r-crq pc-acp vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 225 Page 74
1415 Vers. 12. Yea I attended unto you; and behold, there is none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words. Vers. 12. Yea I attended unto you; and behold, there is none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words. np1 crd uh pns11 vvd p-acp pn22; cc vvb, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f pn22 cst vvd np1, cc cst vvd po31 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 226 Page 74
1416 You have the generall sence of the text, I shall yet proceed to a more particular explication of it. You have the general sense of the text, I shall yet proceed to a more particular explication of it. pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 227 Page 74
1417 Behold, I waited for your words. The word which we translate to waite, imports three things in Scripture; Behold, I waited for your words. The word which we translate to wait, imports three things in Scripture; vvb, pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n2. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, vvz crd n2 p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 227 Page 74
1418 First, an act of hope, or to be carried towards any thing desirable, with a wonderfull desire to enjoy it; First, an act of hope, or to be carried towards any thing desirable, with a wonderful desire to enjoy it; ord, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 j, p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 228 Page 74
1419 Hope causeth the soule to breath after fruition. Hope Causes the soul to breath After fruition. vvb vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 228 Page 74
1420 Secondly, the word implyeth that griefe or trouble which possesseth the mind upon a long stay or detainment of that good which we desire and hope to attaine. Secondly, the word Implies that grief or trouble which Possesses the mind upon a long stay or detainment of that good which we desire and hope to attain. ord, dt n1 vvz d n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f cst j r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvb pc-acp vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 228 Page 74
1421 Thirdly, it notes, the soules patient waiting (though grieved and burdened with present delayes) for future enjoyment. Thirdly, it notes, the Souls patient waiting (though grieved and burdened with present delays) for future enjoyment. ord, pn31 vvz, dt ng1 j vvg (c-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp j n2) p-acp j-jn n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 228 Page 74
1422 In all or any of these sences, Elihu might say, Behold, I waited for your words, I earnestly desired to heare you speake to satisfaction, In all or any of these Senses, Elihu might say, Behold, I waited for your words, I earnestly desired to hear you speak to satisfaction, p-acp d cc d pp-f d n2, np1 vmd vvi, vvb, pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n2, pns11 av-j vvd pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb p-acp n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 228 Page 74
1423 and I am grieved that you did not; and I am grieved that you did not; cc pns11 vbm vvn cst pn22 vdd xx; (7) chapter (DIV2) 228 Page 74
1424 and I would, if need were, patiently waite still, did I not perceive you had done, and I would, if need were, patiently wait still, did I not perceive you had done, cc pns11 vmd, cs n1 vbdr, av-j vvb av, vdd pns11 xx vvi pn22 vhd vdn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 228 Page 74
1425 and quitted your hands of this worke. Behold, I waited for your words. and quit your hands of this work. Behold, I waited for your words. cc vvn po22 n2 pp-f d n1. vvb, pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 228 Page 74
1426 Mr Broughton renders, Behold, I waited through your speech, or, into your words. I stood still, Mr Broughton renders, Behold, I waited through your speech, or, into your words. I stood still, n1 np1 vvz, vvb, pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n1, cc, p-acp po22 n2. pns11 vvd av, (7) chapter (DIV2) 229 Page 74
1427 but I have not been asleep, I have long expected, you would say what is right, but I have not been asleep, I have long expected, you would say what is right, cc-acp pns11 vhb xx vbn j, pns11 vhb av-j vvn, pn22 vmd vvi r-crq vbz j-jn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 229 Page 74
1428 and I have seriously considered what you sayd, I waited for your words; I gave eare to your reasons. and I have seriously considered what you said, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your Reasons. cc pns11 vhb av-j vvn r-crq pn22 vvd, pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n2; pns11 vvd n1 p-acp po22 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 229 Page 74
1429 That is, to find what convincing reason was couched in your arguments. The Hebrew is, I gave eare to your understanding; That is, to find what convincing reason was couched in your Arguments. The Hebrew is, I gave ear to your understanding; cst vbz, pc-acp vvi r-crq j-vvg n1 vbds vvn p-acp po22 n2. dt njp vbz, pns11 vvd n1 p-acp po22 n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 230 Page 74
1430 That is, I attended to find out your apprehensions, or to gather up your sence in this matter, that I might not mistake your meaning, nor answer at randome. That is, I attended to find out your apprehensions, or to gather up your sense in this matter, that I might not mistake your meaning, nor answer At random. cst vbz, pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi av po22 n2, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns11 vmd xx vvi po22 n1, ccx vvi p-acp av-an. (7) chapter (DIV2) 230 Page 74
1431 The vulgar translation reads it, I have heard your wisdome; That is, what wisdome there was in your words. The Vulgar Translation reads it, I have herd your Wisdom; That is, what Wisdom there was in your words. dt j n1 vvz pn31, pns11 vhb vvn po22 n1; cst vbz, q-crq n1 a-acp vbds p-acp po22 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 230 Page 74
1432 The truth or reason that is in words, is the wisdome of them. The truth or reason that is in words, is the Wisdom of them. dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32. (7) chapter (DIV2) 230 Page 75
1433 So that, when Elihu saith, I gave eare to your reasons, or, to your understanding, it intimates that he tooke the exactest heed he possibly could to find out the utmost tendency and purpose of their discourse. As if he had said; So that, when Elihu Says, I gave ear to your Reasons, or, to your understanding, it intimates that he took the Exactest heed he possibly could to find out the utmost tendency and purpose of their discourse. As if he had said; av cst, c-crq np1 vvz, pns11 vvd n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc, p-acp po22 n1, pn31 vvz cst pns31 vvd dt js n1 pns31 av-j vmd p-acp vvi av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1. p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 230 Page 75
1434 I have weighed every tittle that ye have spoken, and tryed it by mine eare, to find whether it were solid yea or no. I have weighed every tittle that you have spoken, and tried it by mine ear, to find whither it were solid yea or no. pns11 vhb vvn d n1 cst pn22 vhb vvn, cc vvd pn31 p-acp po11 n1, pc-acp vvi cs pn31 vbdr j uh cc uh-dx. (7) chapter (DIV2) 230 Page 75
1435 There is one clause further to be opened in this verse; I gave eare to your reasons, While you searched out what to say. There is one clause further to be opened in this verse; I gave ear to your Reasons, While you searched out what to say. pc-acp vbz crd n1 av-jc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1; pns11 vvd n1 p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vvd av r-crq pc-acp vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 231 Page 75
1436 This implyeth that Jobs friends did ever and anon, take time to consider either each man with himselfe, This Implies that Jobs Friends did ever and anon, take time to Consider either each man with himself, d vvz d n2 n2 vdd av cc av, vvb n1 pc-acp vvi d d n1 p-acp px31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 232 Page 75
1437 or that they consulted one with another, what answer to shape and make to Job. Whilest ye searched out. or that they consulted one with Another, what answer to shape and make to Job. Whilst you searched out. cc cst pns32 vvd pi p-acp n-jn, r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1. cs pn22 vvd av. (7) chapter (DIV2) 232 Page 75
1438 The word which we translate to search out, notes the strictest search after that which is hidden, remote and secret. The word which we translate to search out, notes the Strictest search After that which is hidden, remote and secret. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi av, n2 dt js n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn, j cc j-jn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 233 Page 75
1439 'Tis applyed ( Deut? 13.14.) to that care which Judges ought to take in finding out the truth of an accusation brought against enticers to Idolatry. It's applied (Deuteronomy? 13.14.) to that care which Judges ought to take in finding out the truth of an accusation brought against enticers to Idolatry. pn31|vbz vvd (fw-fr? crd.) p-acp d n1 r-crq n2 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 233 Page 75
1440 The strictness of the Originoll is, While ye searched out words. The strictness of the Originoll is, While you searched out words. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, cs pn22 vvd av n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 233 Page 75
1441 As if he had said, I am perswaded you have strained your selves to the utmost, to find out what to say, you did not speake what came next, but searched for your answers. As if he had said, I am persuaded you have strained your selves to the utmost, to find out what to say, you did not speak what Come next, but searched for your answers. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm vvn pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi av r-crq pc-acp vvi, pn22 vdd xx vvi r-crq vvd ord, cc-acp vvd p-acp po22 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 233 Page 75
1442 We may learne a good lesson from the practice of Elihu; we see he was no idle hearer; We may Learn a good Lesson from the practice of Elihu; we see he was no idle hearer; pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns12 vvb pns31 vbds dx j n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 234 Page 75
1443 yea in him we have the description or character of an active hearer; yea in him we have the description or character of an active hearer; uh p-acp pno31 pns12 vhb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 234 Page 75
1444 I waited for your words, I gave eare to your reasonings, while ye searched out what to say. Hence note. I waited for your words, I gave ear to your reasonings, while you searched out what to say. Hence note. pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n2, pns11 vvd n1 p-acp po22 n2-vvg, cs pn22 vvd av r-crq pc-acp vvi. av vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 234 Page 75
1445 We must diligently heare and give eare, weigh and consider what is spoken, before we give answer. We must diligently hear and give ear, weigh and Consider what is spoken, before we give answer. pns12 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi n1, vvb cc vvi r-crq vbz vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 235 Page 75
1446 No man is well prepared to answer, but he that hath been an attentive hearer. No man is well prepared to answer, but he that hath been an attentive hearer. dx n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pns31 cst vhz vbn dt j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 236 Page 75
1447 And as no man can be a fit answerer in poynts under disputation, so no man can be a fruitfull practiser in poynts of instruction, And as no man can be a fit answerer in points under disputation, so no man can be a fruitful practiser in points of instruction, cc c-acp dx n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, av dx n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 236 Page 75
1448 but he that hath been a diligent hearer. but he that hath been a diligent hearer. cc-acp pns31 cst vhz vbn dt j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 236 Page 75
1449 'Tis our duty, when the word is preacht, to waite, not for a sound of words, not for fine words, It's our duty, when the word is preached, to wait, not for a found of words, not for fine words, pn31|vbz po12 n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvd, pc-acp vvi, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, xx p-acp j n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 236 Page 75
1450 or words dressed up with affected eloquence, but for sound savory words, for words that have weight and light in them, or words dressed up with affected eloquence, but for found savoury words, for words that have weight and Light in them, cc n2 vvn a-acp p-acp j-vvn n1, cc-acp p-acp j j n2, c-acp n2 cst vhb n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (7) chapter (DIV2) 236 Page 76
1451 for words that have strength and authority in them, to prevaile upon the heart, and conquer us to obedience. for words that have strength and Authority in them, to prevail upon the heart, and conquer us to Obedience. c-acp n2 cst vhb n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 236 Page 76
1452 These are the only words, worth the waiting for; and for these we ought to waite. These Are the only words, worth the waiting for; and for these we ought to wait. d vbr dt j n2, j dt vvg p-acp; cc p-acp d pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 236 Page 76
1453 Secondly, Before Elihu comes to give his opinion, he tells Jobs friends, that he had diligently heard the matter out, Secondly, Before Elihu comes to give his opinion, he tells Jobs Friends, that he had diligently herd the matter out, ord, c-acp np1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vvz n2 n2, cst pns31 vhd av-j vvn dt n1 av, (7) chapter (DIV2) 237 Page 76
1454 even all their reasonings and searchings. Hence note. even all their reasonings and searchings. Hence note. av d po32 n2-vvg cc n2-vvg. av vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 237 Page 76
1455 We must not make a judgement from any one part of a discourse, we must take all together. We must not make a judgement from any one part of a discourse, we must take all together. pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d crd n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi d av. (7) chapter (DIV2) 238 Page 76
1456 We must compare the first and last, the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and ending of what is sayd; We must looke quite through. We must compare the First and last, the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and ending of what is said; We must look quite through. pns12 vmb vvi dt ord cc ord, dt np1 cc np1, dt n1 cc vvg pp-f r-crq vbz vvn; pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp. (7) chapter (DIV2) 239 Page 76
1457 'Tis not ingenuous to picke up this or that passage, to take a piece here, and a piece there; It's not ingenuous to pick up this or that passage, to take a piece Here, and a piece there; pn31|vbz xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp d cc d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, cc dt n1 a-acp; (7) chapter (DIV2) 239 Page 76
1458 we can never make a true judgement, till the whole is layd together. As, many exceedingly mistake about the works of God, so about the words of men, we can never make a true judgement, till the Whole is laid together. As, many exceedingly mistake about the works of God, so about the words of men, pns12 vmb av-x vvi dt j n1, c-acp dt j-jn vbz vvn av. p-acp, d av-vvg vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 239 Page 76
1459 because they judge the whole by this or that part: Whereas they should judge of the parts by the whole. Because they judge the Whole by this or that part: Whereas they should judge of the parts by the Whole. c-acp pns32 vvb dt j-jn p-acp d cc d n1: cs pns32 vmd vvi pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt j-jn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 239 Page 76
1460 As therefore we ought not to make conclusions about the providentiall works of God, till the last Act, or till all is concluded; As Therefore we ought not to make conclusions about the providential works of God, till the last Act, or till all is concluded; p-acp av pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, c-acp dt ord n1, cc p-acp d vbz vvn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 239 Page 76
1461 so we must not judge the discourses of men, till the last word, or till they have concluded their discourse. so we must not judge the discourses of men, till the last word, or till they have concluded their discourse. av pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, c-acp dt ord n1, cc c-acp pns32 vhb vvn po32 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 239 Page 76
1462 Heare a man out, and then answer him. Hear a man out, and then answer him. vvb dt n1 av, cc av vvb pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 239 Page 76
1463 Thirdly, Elihu seemes to chalenge it as his due to be heard speake, after he had fully heard them speaking. Thirdly, Elihu seems to challenge it as his due to be herd speak, After he had Fully herd them speaking. ord, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 j-jn pc-acp vbi vvn vvi, c-acp pns31 vhd av-j vvn pno32 vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 240 Page 76
1464 Hence note, They who have had the patience to heare others, ought to have the priviledge of being heard themselves. Hence note, They who have had the patience to hear Others, ought to have the privilege of being herd themselves. av vvi, pns32 r-crq vhb vhn dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn, pi pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn px32. (7) chapter (DIV2) 241 Page 76
1465 Heare me, saith Elihu; Why so? I have heard you. It is but equall and rationall, that he should have liberty of speaking, who hath shewed an attentive perseverance in hearing. Hear me, Says Elihu; Why so? I have herd you. It is but equal and rational, that he should have liberty of speaking, who hath showed an attentive perseverance in hearing. vvb pno11, vvz np1; c-crq av? pns11 vhb vvn pn22. pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn cc j, cst pns31 vmd vhi n1 pp-f vvg, r-crq vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 242 Page 76
1466 From the last branch of the verse, while ye searched out what to say. Observe. We ought to ponder and try what we speake, before we speake it. From the last branch of the verse, while you searched out what to say. Observe. We ought to ponder and try what we speak, before we speak it. p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pn22 vvd av r-crq pc-acp vvi. vvb. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq pns12 vvb, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 243 Page 76
1467 The worke of the tongue must follow that of the understanding. ( Eccl: 12.10. ) The Preacher sought to find out acceptable words, or words of delight, words of pleasure. The preacher sought; The work of the tongue must follow that of the understanding. (Ecclesiastes: 12.10.) The Preacher sought to find out acceptable words, or words of delight, words of pleasure. The preacher sought; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi d pp-f dt n1. (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi av j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f n1. dt n1 vvd; (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 76
1468 But how did he seeke? He sought diligently and earnestly. But how did he seek? He sought diligently and earnestly. cc-acp q-crq vdd pns31 vvi? pns31 vvd av-j cc av-j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1469 The preacher sought, but in what way did he seeke? surely he sought by diligent study and earnest prayer, to find out acceptable words. The preacher sought, but in what Way did he seek? surely he sought by diligent study and earnest prayer, to find out acceptable words. dt n1 vvd, cc-acp p-acp q-crq n1 vdd pns31 vvi? av-j pns31 vvd p-acp j n1 cc j n1, pc-acp vvi av j n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1470 What words were those? not men-pleasing words, not soft words, which might passe with all sorts, What words were those? not Men-pleasing words, not soft words, which might pass with all sorts, q-crq n2 vbdr d? xx j n2, xx j n2, r-crq vmd vvi p-acp d n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1471 or humour all phansies, not such words as would serve for pillows under bad mens elbows. or humour all fancies, not such words as would serve for pillows under bad men's elbows. cc vvi d n2, xx d n2 c-acp vmd vvi p-acp n2 p-acp j ng2 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1472 The acceptable words which the Preacher sought, were words of truth and sobriety, words of power and Authority; The acceptable words which the Preacher sought, were words of truth and sobriety, words of power and authority; dt j n2 r-crq dt n1 vvd, vbdr n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1473 in no other sence may we seeke out acceptable words, or words of delight; nor is there any true delight, but in words of truth. in no other sense may we seek out acceptable words, or words of delight; nor is there any true delight, but in words of truth. p-acp dx j-jn n1 vmb pns12 vvi av j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1; ccx vbz pc-acp d j n1, cc-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1474 Thus every faithfull Preacher should seeke to find out acceptable words; every holy and wholsome doctrine is made up of such words. Thus every faithful Preacher should seek to find out acceptable words; every holy and wholesome Doctrine is made up of such words. av d j n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av j n2; d j cc j n1 vbz vvn a-acp pp-f d n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1494 First, to prove, or to make good what is affirmed, either first by reason and argument, First, to prove, or to make good what is affirmed, either First by reason and argument, ord, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi j r-crq vbz vvn, d ord p-acp n1 cc n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 250 Page 78
1475 Only thole doctrines and exhortations which are formed and composed of such words, are (as the Apostle saith of the great doctrine of Jesus Christ, manifested in the flesh to save sinners) faithfull sayings, and worthy of acceptation (1 Tim: 1.15.) Elihu tooke notice of this in Jobs friends, they did not speak hand over head, Only thole doctrines and exhortations which Are formed and composed of such words, Are (as the Apostle Says of the great Doctrine of jesus christ, manifested in the Flesh to save Sinners) faithful sayings, and worthy of acceptation (1 Tim: 1.15.) Elihu took notice of this in Jobs Friends, they did not speak hand over head, j n1 n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn pp-f d n2, vbr (c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2) j n2-vvg, cc j pp-f n1 (vvd np1: crd.) np1 vvd n1 pp-f d p-acp n2 n2, pns32 vdd xx vvi n1 p-acp n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1476 but searched what they might say most to the purpose (as they judged) of the cause in hand, but searched what they might say most to the purpose (as they judged) of the cause in hand, cc-acp vvd r-crq pns32 vmd vvi av-ds p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns32 vvd) pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1477 and to the profit of their hearers. Elihu thought he had not yet spoken enough in way of apologie for himselfe. and to the profit of their hearers. Elihu Thought he had not yet spoken enough in Way of apology for himself. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. np1 vvd pns31 vhd xx av vvn av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 245 Page 77
1478 And therefore the penman of this dispute represents him speaking further, yet much to the same sence. And Therefore the penman of this dispute represents him speaking further, yet much to the same sense. cc av dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz pno31 vvg av-jc, av av-d p-acp dt d n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 246 Page 77
1479 Vers. 12. Yea, I attended unto you, and behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words. Vers. 12. Yea, I attended unto you, and behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words. np1 crd uh, pns11 vvd p-acp pn22, cc vvi, pc-acp vbds pi pp-f pn22 cst vvd np1, cc cst vvd po31 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 246 Page 77
1480 I attended unto you; That is, I did not only desire to receive full satisfaction from you, I attended unto you; That is, I did not only desire to receive full satisfaction from you, pns11 vvd p-acp pn22; cst vbz, pns11 vdd xx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp pn22, (7) chapter (DIV2) 247 Page 77
1481 but I attended, hoping at last to find it. I stayed, I did not make haste, nor did I hasten you. but I attended, hoping At last to find it. I stayed, I did not make haste, nor did I hasten you. cc-acp pns11 vvd, vvg p-acp ord pc-acp vvi pn31. pns11 vvd, pns11 vdd xx vvi n1, ccx vdd pns11 vvi pn22. (7) chapter (DIV2) 247 Page 77
1482 Some expound the word with a great significancy, I did as throughly consider and attend what was sayd, some expound the word with a great significancy, I did as thoroughly Consider and attend what was said, d vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vdd c-acp av-j vvi cc vvi r-crq vbds vvn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 247 Page 77
1483 as if I had looked into you. Thus (saith Elihu) I attended unto you. as if I had looked into you. Thus (Says Elihu) I attended unto you. c-acp cs pns11 vhd vvn p-acp pn22. av (vvz np1) pns11 vvd p-acp pn22. (7) chapter (DIV2) 247 Page 77
1484 But what did he find? He found two faults in their words after he had attended unto them throughly. But what did he find? He found two Faults in their words After he had attended unto them thoroughly. cc-acp q-crq vdd pns31 vvi? pns31 vvd crd n2 p-acp po32 n2 c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno32 av-j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 248 Page 77
1485 First, he found them faulty, because none of them had convinced Job. Their proofes did not make good their accusations. First, he found them faulty, Because none of them had convinced Job. Their proofs did not make good their accusations. ord, pns31 vvd pno32 j, c-acp pix pp-f pno32 vhd vvn np1. po32 n2 vdd xx vvi j po32 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 248 Page 77
1486 The second fault which Elihu found, was, They had not refuted Jobs assertion. The second fault which Elihu found, was, They had not refuted Jobs assertion. dt ord n1 r-crq np1 vvd, vbds, pns32 vhd xx vvn n2 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 248 Page 78
1487 As if he had said, Ye have spoken much, but upon the matter have done little. As if he had said, You have spoken much, but upon the matter have done little. p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn22 vhb vvn av-d, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vhb vdn j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 248 Page 78
1488 I waited, & I attended, expecting great things from you, but I have bin deceived in my expectation, I waited, & I attended, expecting great things from you, but I have been deceived in my expectation, pns11 vvd, cc pns11 vvd, vvg j n2 p-acp pn22, cc-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po11 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 248 Page 78
1489 For having taken out the strength and substance, the spirits and quintessence of your speech, I find nothing coming up, either to a conviction of Job, For having taken out the strength and substance, the spirits and quintessence of your speech, I find nothing coming up, either to a conviction of Job, c-acp vhg vvn av dt n1 cc n1, dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po22 n1, pns11 vvb pix vvg p-acp, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 248 Page 78
1490 as faulty in matter of fact, nor to an answer of him, as defective in matter of argument. as faulty in matter of fact, nor to an answer of him, as defective in matter of argument. c-acp j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, c-acp j p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 248 Page 78
1491 So that when I have layd all that ye have spoken in the ballance, it weighes too light, Job is your match, yea, he hath over-matcht you. So that when I have laid all that you have spoken in the balance, it weighs too Light, Job is your match, yea, he hath overmatched you. av cst c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d cst pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz av j, np1 vbz po22 n1, uh, pns31 vhz j pn22. (7) chapter (DIV2) 248 Page 78
1492 Behold, there is none of you that convinceth Job. Behold, there is none of you that Convinces Job. vvb, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f pn22 cst vvz n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 248 Page 78
1493 The Hebrew word which we here translate to convince, answers the Greeke in the New Testament, which is also translated, To reprove or convince. And both the Hebrew and the Greek, carry a threefold signification. The Hebrew word which we Here translate to convince, answers the Greek in the New Testament, which is also translated, To reprove or convince. And both the Hebrew and the Greek, carry a threefold signification. dt njp n1 r-crq pns12 av vvi pc-acp vvi, vvz dt jp p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz av vvn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi. cc d dt njp cc dt jp, vvb dt j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 249 Page 78
1495 or, secondly, by testimony and authority. or, secondly, by testimony and Authority. cc, ord, p-acp n1 cc n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 250 Page 78
1496 When such proofes and reasons, such testimonies and authorities are brought in, as a man can make no exceptions against, When such proofs and Reasons, such testimonies and authorities Are brought in, as a man can make no exceptions against, c-crq d n2 cc n2, d n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp, c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi dx n2 p-acp, (7) chapter (DIV2) 250 Page 78
1497 or cannot evade nor reply to, then he is convinced. or cannot evade nor reply to, then he is convinced. cc vmbx vvi ccx vvi p-acp, cs pns31 vbz vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 250 Page 78
1498 The Apostle giving a description of faith ( Heb: 11.1.) saith, It is the substance of things hoped for, and the evidence (or conviction) of things not seene. The Spirit of God makes conviction before faith acts. The Apostle giving a description of faith (Hebrew: 11.1.) Says, It is the substance of things hoped for, and the evidence (or conviction) of things not seen. The Spirit of God makes conviction before faith acts. dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 (n1: crd.) vvz, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, cc dt n1 (cc n1) pp-f n2 xx vvn. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 250 Page 78
1499 He brings such proofes, such cleare evidences, that though the thing be not seene, yet the soule sits downe convinced, that it is so, He brings such proofs, such clear evidences, that though the thing be not seen, yet the soul sits down convinced, that it is so, pns31 vvz d n2, d j n2, cst cs dt n1 vbb xx vvn, av dt n1 vvz a-acp vvd, cst pn31 vbz av, (7) chapter (DIV2) 250 Page 78
1500 as fully as if we had seene it. The greatest conviction we have to believe, is from authority and testimony; as Fully as if we had seen it. The greatest conviction we have to believe, is from Authority and testimony; c-acp av-j c-acp cs pns12 vhd vvn pn31. dt js n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi, vbz p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 250 Page 78
1501 yea, that's properly and only faith, when we consent to a thing upon the testimony and authority of another. yea, that's properly and only faith, when we consent to a thing upon the testimony and Authority of Another. uh, d|vbz av-j cc av-j n1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n-jn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 250 Page 78
1502 Secondly, The word signifies to reprove, or rebuke with words: Secondly, The word signifies to reprove, or rebuke with words: ord, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp n2: (7) chapter (DIV2) 251 Page 78
1503 ( Math: 18.15.) Moreover, if thy brother shall trespasse against thee, goe and tell him of his fault. (Math: 18.15.) Moreover, if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him of his fault. (np1: crd.) av, cs po21 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, vvb cc vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 251 Page 78
1504 To reprove a man, is First to tell him of his fault, and then to blame him for it. To reprove a man, is First to tell him of his fault, and then to blame him for it. pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz ord pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1, cc av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 251 Page 78
1505 Every mans fault must be clearely proved, before he can be justly reproved. Every men fault must be clearly proved, before he can be justly reproved. d ng1 n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn, c-acp pns31 vmb vbi av-j vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 251 Page 78
1506 Thus the Baptist reproved Herod (Luke 3.19.) And because Light proves, therefore it also reproves ( John 3.20.) Every one that doth evill, hateth the light, Thus the Baptist reproved Herod (Lycia 3.19.) And Because Light Proves, Therefore it also reproves (John 3.20.) Every one that does evil, hates the Light, av dt n1 vvd np1 (n1 crd.) cc c-acp n1 vvz, av pn31 av vvz (np1 crd.) d pi cst vdz n-jn, vvz dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 251 Page 78
1507 neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. neither comes to the Light, lest his Deeds should be reproved. av-dx vvz p-acp dt n1, cs po31 n2 vmd vbi vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 251 Page 78
1508 The same word is used ( Eph: 5.11.) Have no fellowship with the unfruitfull works of darkness, but rather reprove them. The same word is used (Ephesians: 5.11.) Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. dt d n1 vbz vvd (np1: crd.) vhb dx n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av-c vvi pno32. (7) chapter (DIV2) 251 Page 79
1509 And againe (1 Tim: 5.20.) Them that sin (that is, either openly, before all, or whose sin hath been proved before all) rebuke before all; and, And again (1 Tim: 5.20.) Them that since (that is, either openly, before all, or whose since hath been proved before all) rebuke before all; and, cc av (vvd np1: crd.) pno32 d n1 (cst vbz, av-d av-j, c-acp d, cc rg-crq n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp d) vvb p-acp d; cc, (7) chapter (DIV2) 251 Page 79
1510 as the same Apostle directs ( Tit: 2.25.) Rebuke them sharply. as the same Apostle directs (Tit: 2.25.) Rebuke them sharply. c-acp dt d n1 vvz (n1: crd.) vvb pno32 av-j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 251 Page 79
1511 Thirdly, The word signifieth, as to prove and reprove, so to chasten and correct, to rebuke by the hand as well as by the tongue ( Heb: 12.5. ) Ye have forgotten the exhortation which speaketh unto you as unto children; Thirdly, The word signifies, as to prove and reprove, so to chasten and correct, to rebuke by the hand as well as by the tongue (Hebrew: 12.5.) You have forgotten the exhortation which speaks unto you as unto children; ord, dt n1 vvz, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi, av pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 (n1: crd.) pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pn22 a-acp p-acp n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 252 Page 79
1512 my son, despise not thou the chastning of the Lord, nor faint when thou art rebuked of him. my son, despise not thou the chastening of the Lord, nor faint when thou art rebuked of him. po11 n1, vvb xx pns21 dt vvg pp-f dt n1, ccx vvb c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn pp-f pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 252 Page 79
1513 When thou art rebuked of him by blowes, or receivest sencible convictions. ( Rev: 3.19.) Whom I love I rebuke and chasten. When thou art rebuked of him by blows, or receivest sensible convictions. (Rev: 3.19.) Whom I love I rebuke and chasten. c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp n2, cc vv2 j n2. (np1: crd.) ro-crq pns11 vvb pns11 vvb cc vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 252 Page 79
1514 Here in the Text we must understand the word in the first sence. There is none of you that hath convinced Job; Here in the Text we must understand the word in the First sense. There is none of you that hath convinced Job; av p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1. pc-acp vbz pix pp-f pn22 d vhz vvn n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 252 Page 79
1515 That is, ye have not proved what ye have sayd; Ye have called him an hypocrite, and told him that he hath oppressed the poore, That is, you have not proved what you have said; You have called him an hypocrite, and told him that he hath oppressed the poor, cst vbz, pn22 vhb xx vvn r-crq pn22 vhb vvn; pn22 vhb vvn pno31 dt n1, cc vvd pno31 cst pns31 vhz vvn dt j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 252 Page 79
1516 and detained the right of the fatherless; But ye have proved none of these evills against him. and detained the right of the fatherless; But you have proved none of these evils against him. cc vvd dt n-jn pp-f dt j; cc-acp pn22 vhb vvn pix pp-f d n2-jn p-acp pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 252 Page 79
1517 Ye have not proved the matter of fact, that he might sit downe penitentially confessing himselfe such an offender, You have not proved the matter of fact, that he might fit down penitentially confessing himself such an offender, pn22 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp av-j vvg px31 d dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 252 Page 79
1518 as ye have accused him to be. Hence note. We can never convince another by what we say, untill we prove what we say. as you have accused him to be. Hence note. We can never convince Another by what we say, until we prove what we say. c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi. av vvi. pns12 vmb av-x vvi j-jn p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, c-acp pns12 vvb r-crq pns12 vvb. (7) chapter (DIV2) 252 Page 79
1519 If we reprove any man for an errour in his judgement, and doe not prove it to be an errour; If we reprove any man for an error in his judgement, and do not prove it to be an error; cs pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vdb xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1520 or if we reprove a man for sin in practice, and doe not prove his practice sinfull, or if we reprove a man for since in practice, and do not prove his practice sinful, cc cs pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vdb xx vvi po31 n1 j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1521 or that he hath practised that sin, no conviction follows. What is sayd and not proved comes to the eare only, not to the conscience. or that he hath practised that since, no conviction follows. What is said and not proved comes to the ear only, not to the conscience. cc cst pns31 vhz vvn d n1, dx n1 vvz. q-crq vbz vvn cc xx vvn vvz p-acp dt n1 av-j, xx p-acp dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1522 Therefore saith Christ ( John 8.46.) Which of you convinceth me of sin. Find a spot in my life if you can. Therefore Says christ (John 8.46.) Which of you Convinces me of since. Find a spot in my life if you can. av vvz np1 (np1 crd.) r-crq pp-f pn22 vvz pno11 pp-f n1. vvb dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 cs pn22 vmb. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1523 I know you are ready to slander me with, but you cannot convince me of evill. I know you Are ready to slander me with, but you cannot convince me of evil. pns11 vvb pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp, cc-acp pn22 vmbx vvi pno11 pp-f j-jn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1524 It is sayd of Apollos (Acts 18.28.) He mightily convinced the Jewes. It is said of Apollos (Acts 18.28.) He mightily convinced the Jews. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f npg1 (n2 crd.) pns31 av-j vvd dt np2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1525 How did he convince them? not by reproving them only, for not receiving the Messias; How did he convince them? not by reproving them only, for not receiving the Messias; q-crq vdd pns31 vvi pno32? xx p-acp vvg pno32 av-j, c-acp xx vvg dt np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1526 he did not barely tell them, ye are a company of unbelievers: he did not barely tell them, you Are a company of unbelievers: pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi pno32, pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2: (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1527 but he reproved them by proving the necessity of their receiving Christ the Messias, and the evill of rejecting him, shewing by the Scriptures that Jesus was the Christ. but he reproved them by proving the necessity of their receiving christ the Messias, and the evil of rejecting him, showing by the Scriptures that jesus was the christ. cc-acp pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg np1 dt np1, cc dt n-jn pp-f vvg pno31, vvg p-acp dt n2 cst np1 vbds dt np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1528 Here was proofe, and so conviction followed. Here was proof, and so conviction followed. av vbds n1, cc av n1 vvd. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 79
1529 He convinced them by authority, by the testimony of the word, comparing Scripture with Scripture, the prophesie, with the history of Christ. He convinced them by Authority, by the testimony of the word, comparing Scripture with Scripture, the prophesy, with the history of christ. pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg n1 p-acp n1, dt vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1530 The Apostle would have the Ministers of the Gospel mighty at this worke ( Tit: 1.8.) They must hold fast the faithfull word, that they may be able by sound doctrine, both to exhort and to convince the gain-sayers. The Apostle would have the Ministers of the Gospel mighty At this work (Tit: 1.8.) They must hold fast the faithful word, that they may be able by found Doctrine, both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers. dt n1 vmd vhi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j p-acp d n1 (n1: crd.) pns32 vmb vvi av-j dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp j n1, av-d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1531 Not only must they be able to rebuke gain-sayers, this will not doe it; Not only must they be able to rebuke gainsayers, this will not do it; xx av-j vmb pns32 vbb j pc-acp vvi j, d vmb xx vdi pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1532 they must also convince them, or stop their mouths. (James 2.9.) If any of you have respect to persons, ye commit sin, they must also convince them, or stop their mouths. (James 2.9.) If any of you have respect to Persons, you commit since, pns32 vmb av vvi pno32, cc vvb po32 n2. (np1 crd.) cs d pp-f pn22 vhb n1 p-acp n2, pn22 vvb n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1533 and are convinced of the Law as transgressours. and Are convinced of the Law as transgressors. cc vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 c-acp n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1534 How doth the Law convince? Not only by reproving, but by proving, It shews us a rule, How does the Law convince? Not only by reproving, but by proving, It shows us a Rule, q-crq vdz dt n1 vvi? xx av-j p-acp vvg, cc-acp p-acp vvg, pn31 vvz pno12 dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1535 and saith, there you have departed from it; here is the line, and there ye have transgressed, or gone over it. and Says, there you have departed from it; Here is the line, and there you have transgressed, or gone over it. cc vvz, a-acp pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn31; av vbz dt n1, cc a-acp pn22 vhb vvn, cc vvn p-acp pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1536 Thus ye are convinced, that ye are transgressors. Thus you Are convinced, that you Are transgressors. av pn22 vbr vvn, cst pn22 vbr n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1559 or godly men, were spoken against him. or godly men, were spoken against him. cc j n2, vbdr vvn p-acp pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1560 When prophane men are among their wicked companions, they can jeare at the godly professors of the name of Christ, When profane men Are among their wicked Sodales, they can jeare At the godly professors of the name of christ, c-crq j n2 vbr p-acp po32 j n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1537 He is both wise and faithfull, he doth his worke like a workman that needeth not be ashamed, who not only gives reproofe but proofe, either of error in judgement, or of evill in practise. He is both wise and faithful, he does his work like a workman that needs not be ashamed, who not only gives reproof but proof, either of error in judgement, or of evil in practice. pns31 vbz av-d j cc j, pns31 vdz po31 n1 av-j dt n1 cst vvz xx vbi j, r-crq xx av-j vvz n1 p-acp n1, av-d pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc pp-f j-jn p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1538 For the close of this poynt, I may shew you three great convincers. First, The holy Spirit of God; For the close of this point, I may show you three great convincers. First, The holy Spirit of God; p-acp dt j pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 crd j n2. ord, dt j n1 pp-f np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 254 Page 80
1539 This office of the Spirit Christ sets forth ( John 16.7.) I will send the Comforter, This office of the Spirit christ sets forth (John 16.7.) I will send the Comforter, d n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vvz av (np1 crd.) pns11 vmb vvi dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 255 Page 80
1540 and when he is come (what shall he doe?) He will convince the world of sin, and when he is come (what shall he do?) He will convince the world of since, cc c-crq pns31 vbz vvn (r-crq vmb pns31 vdi?) pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 255 Page 80
1541 and of righteousness, and of Judgement; and of righteousness, and of Judgement; cc pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 255 Page 80
1542 That is, he will bring proofe home to the conscience, to shew sinners their evill state and evill lives; That is, he will bring proof home to the conscience, to show Sinners their evil state and evil lives; cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi n1 av-an p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2 po32 j-jn n1 cc j-jn n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 255 Page 80
1543 He will also bring home to their spirits the alsufficiency of the righteousness of Jesus Christ, He will also bring home to their spirits the All-sufficiency of the righteousness of jesus christ, pns31 vmb av vvi av-an p-acp po32 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 255 Page 80
1544 and so overcome their unbeliefe, that they shall nor be able to refuse the offers of grace. and so overcome their unbelief, that they shall nor be able to refuse the offers of grace. cc av vvn po32 n1, cst pns32 vmb ccx vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 255 Page 80
1545 He will likewise shew them such reasons why they ought to be holy, and walke in the wayes of righteousness, that they shall neither have power nor will to gain-say. He will likewise show them such Reasons why they ought to be holy, and walk in the ways of righteousness, that they shall neither have power nor will to gainsay. pns31 vmb av vvi pno32 d n2 c-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi j, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb av-dx vhb n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 255 Page 80
1546 The second great convincer, is Conscience. The second great convincer, is Conscience. dt ord j n1, vbz n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 256 Page 80
1547 They who were so forward to accuse the woman taken in adultery ( John 8.9.) were at last convicted by their owne Conscience, They who were so forward to accuse the woman taken in adultery (John 8.9.) were At last convicted by their own Conscience, pns32 r-crq vbdr av av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 (np1 crd.) vbdr p-acp ord vvn p-acp po32 d n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 256 Page 80
1548 and went out one by one; and went out one by one; cc vvd av crd p-acp crd; (7) chapter (DIV2) 256 Page 80
1549 Their conscience told them they were guilty, if not for that sin, yet of other sins as bad as that. Their conscience told them they were guilty, if not for that since, yet of other Sins as bad as that. po32 n1 vvd pno32 pns32 vbdr j, cs xx p-acp d n1, av pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp j c-acp d. (7) chapter (DIV2) 256 Page 80
1550 They were so far before from judging themselves for, that they tooke no notice of their owne faults; They were so Far before from judging themselves for, that they took no notice of their own Faults; pns32 vbdr av av-j a-acp p-acp vvg px32 p-acp, cst pns32 vvd dx n1 pp-f po32 d n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 256 Page 80
1551 they were severe against the woman, but they flattered themselves, till Christ made their owne consciences, their convincers. they were severe against the woman, but they flattered themselves, till christ made their own Consciences, their convincers. pns32 vbdr j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vvd px32, c-acp np1 vvd po32 d n2, po32 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 256 Page 80
1552 And surely conscience will one time or other convince to purpose, They who have refused or outstood conviction by the word, And surely conscience will one time or other convince to purpose, They who have refused or outstood conviction by the word, cc av-j n1 vmb crd n1 cc n-jn vvi p-acp n1, pns32 r-crq vhb vvn cc vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 256 Page 80
1553 yea and put by the motions of the Spirit, shall at last find conscience convincing and speaking home to them. yea and put by the motions of the Spirit, shall At last find conscience convincing and speaking home to them. uh cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vmb p-acp ord vvi n1 vvg cc vvg av-an p-acp pno32. (7) chapter (DIV2) 256 Page 80
1554 The third great Convincer, is Jesus Christ in person; The third great Convincer, is jesus christ in person; dt ord j n1, vbz np1 np1 p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1555 Of him in the performance of this office, the Apostle speakes clearely ( Jude v: 15.) Behold the Lord cometh with ten thousand of his Saints (And what comes he to doe?) To execute judgement upon all, Of him in the performance of this office, the Apostle speaks clearly (U^de v: 15.) Behold the Lord comes with ten thousand of his Saints (And what comes he to do?) To execute judgement upon all, pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 vvz av-j (np1 crd: crd) vvb dt n1 vvz p-acp crd crd pp-f po31 n2 (cc r-crq vvz pns31 pc-acp vdi?) pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d, (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1556 and to convince all that are ungodly among them, of all their ungodly deeds which they have ungodly committed, and to convince all that Are ungodly among them, of all their ungodly Deeds which they have ungodly committed, cc pc-acp vvi d cst vbr j p-acp pno32, pp-f d po32 j n2 r-crq pns32 vhb j vvn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1557 and of all their hard speeches which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. and of all their hard Speeches which ungodly Sinners have spoken against him. cc pp-f d po32 j n2 r-crq j n2 vhb vvn p-acp pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1558 Christ will make the greatest of ungodly ones in that great day to acknowledge, that all their hard speeches which they have spoken against the Saints, christ will make the greatest of ungodly ones in that great day to acknowledge, that all their hard Speeches which they have spoken against the Saints, np1 vmb vvi dt js pp-f j pi2 p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst d po32 j n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1562 But Christ will make them see, that they sco•ned him, while they scorned the least of those that feared him, But christ will make them see, that they sco•ned him, while they scorned the least of those that feared him, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi pno32 vvi, cst pns32 vvd pno31, cs pns32 vvd dt ds pp-f d cst vvd pno31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1563 and believed on his name, The great day will be a day not only of executing Judgement, and believed on his name, The great day will be a day not only of executing Judgement, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1 vmb vbi dt n1 xx av-j pp-f vvg n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1564 but of conviction, every mouth shall be stopped, and all the world of wicked men shall become guilty in their owne sight before God. but of conviction, every Mouth shall be stopped, and all the world of wicked men shall become guilty in their own sighed before God. cc-acp pp-f n1, d n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc d dt n1 pp-f j n2 vmb vvi j p-acp po32 d n1 p-acp np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1565 These are the three great Convincers. These Are the three great Convincers. d vbr dt crd j n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1566 The holy Spirit of God, the Conscience of every man, and Jesus Christ in the judgement of the great day. The holy Spirit of God, the Conscience of every man, and jesus christ in the judgement of the great day. dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 257 Page 81
1567 And let those who now undertake that great worke of conviction, often remember (which was a little before mentioned and set downe) the method to be used and observed in it; And let those who now undertake that great work of conviction, often Remember (which was a little before mentioned and Set down) the method to be used and observed in it; cc vvb d r-crq av vvb d j n1 pp-f n1, av vvb (r-crq vbds dt j c-acp vvn cc vvn a-acp) dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 258 Page 81
1568 First, prove the matter, and then reprove the man. None were ever wrought to any good, by bare reproofe, much lesse by force. First, prove the matter, and then reprove the man. None were ever wrought to any good, by bore reproof, much less by force. ord, vvb dt n1, cc av vvi dt n1. pix vbdr av vvn p-acp d j, p-acp j n1, av-d av-dc p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 258 Page 81
1569 Men are not to be driven into the faith by fire and sword, by terrors and imprisonments; conviction must doe it; Men Are not to be driven into the faith by fire and sword, by terrors and imprisonments; conviction must do it; n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n2 cc n2; n1 vmb vdi pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 258 Page 81
1570 and that will doe it to purpose. This is the first thing which El•hu blamed and burdened Jobs friends with; and that will do it to purpose. This is the First thing which El•hu blamed and burdened Jobs Friends with; cc cst vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1. d vbz dt ord n1 r-crq np1 vvn cc j-vvn n2 n2 p-acp; (7) chapter (DIV2) 258 Page 81
1571 They reproved him, but did not bring sufficient convincing proofe against him. There was none of you that convinced Job. They reproved him, but did not bring sufficient convincing proof against him. There was none of you that convinced Job. pns32 vvd pno31, cc-acp vdd xx vvi j j-vvg n1 p-acp pno31. a-acp vbds pi pp-f pn22 cst vvd np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 258 Page 81
1572 Secondly, He lays this to their charge, that They had not answered his words. Secondly, He lays this to their charge, that They had not answered his words. ord, pns31 vvz d p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vhd xx vvn po31 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 259 Page 81
1573 As ye have not proved your owne allegations, so ye have not refured nor infirmed his reasons. As you have not proved your own allegations, so you have not refured nor infirmed his Reasons. c-acp pn22 vhb xx vvn po22 d n2, av pn22 vhb xx vvn ccx vvd po31 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 259 Page 81
1574 But how could Elihu say, They had not answered his words, when to every word he spake we find their severall answers? Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said; But how could Elihu say, They had not answered his words, when to every word he spoke we find their several answers? Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said; cc-acp q-crq vmd np1 vvb, pns32 vhd xx vvn po31 n2, c-crq p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd pns12 vvb po32 j n2? av np1 dt np1 vvd cc vvd; (7) chapter (DIV2) 260 Page 81
1575 Then Bildad the Shuhite answered and said; Then Bildad the Shuhite answered and said; av np1 dt j-jn vvn cc vvd; (7) chapter (DIV2) 260 Page 81
1576 The like is said of Zophar the Naamath te. They had been answering all the while, The like is said of Zophar the Naamath te. They had been answering all the while, dt av-j vbz vvn pp-f np1 dt np1 fw-la. pns32 vhd vbn vvg d dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 260 Page 81
1577 yet saith Elihu, Behold, there was none of you that answered his words. I shall resolve this doubt, by giving this note; yet Says Elihu, Behold, there was none of you that answered his words. I shall resolve this doubt, by giving this note; av vvz np1, vvb, pc-acp vbds pi pp-f pn22 cst vvd po31 n2. pns11 vmb vvi d n1, p-acp vvg d n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 260 Page 82
1578 which was also given upon the 3d verse, where see more. which was also given upon the 3d verse, where see more. r-crq vbds av vvn p-acp dt crd n1, q-crq vvi av-dc. (7) chapter (DIV2) 260 Page 82
1579 Ʋnlesse we answer home to the matter, and (as we say) hit the naile on the head, we have given no answer. Ʋnlesse we answer home to the matter, and (as we say) hit the nail on the head, we have given no answer. j pns12 vvi av-an p-acp dt n1, cc (c-acp pns12 vvb) vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb vvn dx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 261 Page 82
1580 We have not answered, unlesse we give a satisfactory answer. We have not answered, unless we give a satisfactory answer. pns12 vhb xx vvn, cs pns12 vvb dt j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 261 Page 82
1581 When the Respondent in Schooles acquits himselfe well, The Moderator brings him off honorably, saying, Thy Answers suffice. Jobs friends had been answering long, When the Respondent in Schools acquits himself well, The Moderator brings him off honorably, saying, Thy Answers suffice. Jobs Friends had been answering long, c-crq dt j p-acp n2 vvz px31 av, dt n1 vvz pno31 a-acp av-j, vvg, po21 n2 vvi. n2 n2 vhd vbn vvg av-j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 261 Page 82
1582 and they made many long answers, but Elihu, the Moderator was forced to tell them, ye have not answered sufficiently. and they made many long answers, but Elihu, the Moderator was forced to tell them, you have not answered sufficiently. cc pns32 vvd d j n2, cc-acp np1, dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, pn22 vhb xx vvn av-j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 261 Page 82
1622 Yea, man is ready to boast, not only of evill done, but of his ability to doe evill; Yea, man is ready to boast, not only of evil done, but of his ability to do evil; uh, n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, xx av-j pp-f j-jn vdn, cc-acp pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 269 Page 84
1583 Lastly, Elihu having heard all their answers, and finding that they did not reach a proofe against Job, nor answer his reasonings and replyes, he speaks himselfe. Hence note. Lastly, Elihu having herd all their answers, and finding that they did not reach a proof against Job, nor answer his reasonings and replies, he speaks himself. Hence note. ord, np1 vhg vvn d po32 n2, cc vvg cst pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, ccx vvi po31 n2-vvg cc n2, pns31 vvz px31. av vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 262 Page 82
1584 When we have weighed all duely, and find that others have not done the deed, we must not dissemble our judgements, When we have weighed all duly, and find that Others have not done the deed, we must not dissemble our Judgments, c-crq pns12 vhb vvn d av-jn, cc vvi d n2-jn vhb xx vdn dt n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 263 Page 82
1585 nor flatter them in their faulty answers. nor flatter them in their faulty answers. ccx vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 263 Page 82
1586 Elihu would not doe so, and the reason why he would not, is layd downe in the next words. Elihu would not do so, and the reason why he would not, is laid down in the next words. np1 vmd xx vdi av, cc dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd xx, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 264 Page 82
1587 Vers. 13. Lest ye should say, we have found out wisdome; God thrusteth him downe not man. Vers. 13. Lest you should say, we have found out Wisdom; God thrusts him down not man. np1 crd cs pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av n1; np1 vvz pno31 p-acp xx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 264 Page 82
1588 In the former verse Elihu shewed his owne disappoyntment, while he waited upon others; In the former verse Elihu showed his own disappointment, while he waited upon Others; p-acp dt j n1 np1 vvd po31 d n1, cs pns31 vvd p-acp n2-jn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 265 Page 82
1589 I attended unto you (saith he to Jobs three friends) and behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words; I attended unto you (Says he to Jobs three Friends) and behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words; pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 (vvz pns31 pc-acp n2 crd n2) cc vvi, pc-acp vbds pi pp-f pn22 cst vvd np1, cc cst vvd po31 n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 265 Page 82
1590 Then followes, Lest ye should say, we have found out wisdome, &c. In which words Elihu proceeds with his Preface, that he might the more fairely fall into discourse with Job; for having told Jobs friends that he had waited in vaine, Then follows, Lest you should say, we have found out Wisdom, etc. In which words Elihu proceeds with his Preface, that he might the more fairly fallen into discourse with Job; for having told Jobs Friends that he had waited in vain, av vvz, cs pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av n1, av p-acp r-crq n2 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd dt av-dc av-j vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1; p-acp vhg vvn n2 n2 cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 265 Page 82
1591 for satisfaction from their answers or replyes, they having not convinced him, either by solid reason, for satisfaction from their answers or replies, they having not convinced him, either by solid reason, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns32 vhg xx vvn pno31, av-d p-acp j n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 265 Page 82
1592 or by Authentick Authority and testimony, that he was so bad as they judged him to be; He adds, this I affirme. or by Authentic authority and testimony, that he was so bad as they judged him to be; He adds, this I affirm. cc p-acp j n1 cc n1, cst pns31 vbds av j c-acp pns32 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi; pns31 vvz, d pns11 vvb. (7) chapter (DIV2) 265 Page 82
1593 Lost ye should say, we have found out wisdome. That is, lest ye should say it boastingly, and cry victory against his afflicted man. Lost you should say, we have found out Wisdom. That is, lest you should say it boastingly, and cry victory against his afflicted man. j-vvn pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av n1. cst vbz, cs pn22 vmd vvi pn31 av-j, cc vvb n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 265 Page 82
1594 The word is often used in Scripture to signifie saying with boasting, or speaking in pride of spirit. The word is often used in Scripture to signify saying with boasting, or speaking in pride of Spirit. dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp vvg, cc vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1595 The Baptist ( Math. 3.9.) tells the Pharisees, Thinke not to say within your selves, we have Abraham to our father; The Baptist (Math. 3.9.) tells the Pharisees, Think not to say within your selves, we have Abraham to our father; dt n1 (np1 crd.) vvz dt np2, vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, pns12 vhb np1 p-acp po12 n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1596 his meaning is, doe not speake of your pedegree boastingly nor proudly: his meaning is, do not speak of your pedigree boastingly nor proudly: po31 n1 vbz, vdb xx vvi pp-f po22 n1 av-j ccx av-j: (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1597 that ye are Abrahams children will doe you no good, unlesse ye are good, like your father Abraham, and doe as he did. that you Are Abrahams children will do you no good, unless you Are good, like your father Abraham, and do as he did. cst pn22 vbr np1 n2 vmb vdi pn22 dx j, cs pn22 vbr j, av-j po22 n1 np1, cc vdb c-acp pns31 vdd. (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1598 So here, Lest ye should (proudly) say, we have found out wisdome; So Here, Lest you should (proudly) say, we have found out Wisdom; av av, cs pn22 vmd (av-j) vvb, pns12 vhb vvn av n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1599 we have found the mystery of the whole matter, we have found out the key, which unlocks this secret, we have found the mystery of the Whole matter, we have found out the key, which unlocks this secret, pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pns12 vhb vvn av dt n1, r-crq vvz d n-jn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1600 or as Mr Calvins translater wittily as well as truly expresseth, We have found out the beane in the Cake, we say, Lest ye should say, we have found out wisdome; or as Mr Calvins Translator wittily as well as truly Expresses, We have found out the bean in the Cake, we say, Lest you should say, we have found out Wisdom; cc p-acp n1 np1 n1 av-j c-acp av c-acp av-j vvz, pns12 vhb vvn av dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb, cs pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1601 That is, that which will surely prove us wise men, and gaine us the reputation of wisdome among all wise and knowing men. That is, that which will surely prove us wise men, and gain us the reputation of Wisdom among all wise and knowing men. cst vbz, cst r-crq vmb av-j vvi pno12 j n2, cc vvb pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j cc j-vvg n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1660 and what ever he condemneth any man for, he will not condemne him for pride, no nor for any sin. and what ever he Condemneth any man for, he will not condemn him for pride, no nor for any since. cc q-crq av pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp n1, uh-dx ccx p-acp d n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1602 What their speciall resolve was, which they counted widome, followes in the close of the verse according to our reading, God thrusteth him downe not man. What their special resolve was, which they counted widome, follows in the close of the verse according to our reading, God thrusts him down not man. q-crq po32 j n1 vbds, r-crq pns32 vvd n1, vvz p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp po12 n-vvg, np1 vvz pno31 p-acp xx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1603 But before I deale with that conclusion, I shall briefly note two things from those words, Lest ye should say, we have found out wisdome. But before I deal with that conclusion, I shall briefly note two things from those words, Lest you should say, we have found out Wisdom. p-acp a-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd n2 p-acp d n2, cs pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 266 Page 83
1604 First, Man is very apt to speake boastingly, to have high thoughts, and then to utter great words of himselfe. First, Man is very apt to speak boastingly, to have high thoughts, and then to utter great words of himself. ord, n1 vbz av j pc-acp vvi av-j, pc-acp vhi j n2, cc av pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f px31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1605 Man is a proud piece of flesh, and a small matter will make him shew his pride, Man is a proud piece of Flesh, and a small matter will make him show his pride, n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 vmb vvi pno31 vvi po31 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1606 and spread his plumes (like that naturally-painted bird) if not explicitely in words, yet his spirit will swell, and be puft up with towring conceits of himselfe. and spread his plumes (like that naturally-painted bird) if not explicitly in words, yet his Spirit will swell, and be puffed up with towering conceits of himself. cc vvd po31 n2 (av-j d j n1) cs xx av-j p-acp n2, av po31 n1 vmb vvi, cc vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j-vvg n2 pp-f px31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1607 The Prophet Habakkuk describes this temper ( Chap. 2.4.) He that is lifted up, his spirit is not upright in him; The Prophet Habakkuk describes this temper (Chap. 2.4.) He that is lifted up, his Spirit is not upright in him; dt n1 np1 vvz d n1 (np1 crd.) pns31 cst vbz vvn a-acp, po31 n1 vbz xx av-j p-acp pno31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1608 A proud spirit is alwayes a false spirit. They who thinke highly of themselves, thinke themselves higher then they are. A proud Spirit is always a false Spirit. They who think highly of themselves, think themselves higher then they Are. dt j n1 vbz av dt j n1. pns32 r-crq vvb av-j pp-f px32, vvb px32 av-jc cs pns32 vbr. (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1609 And 'tis a great argument that man is naturally very proud, because God hath given so many stops and checks to his pride, And it's a great argument that man is naturally very proud, Because God hath given so many stops and Checks to his pride, cc pn31|vbz dt j n1 cst n1 vbz av-j av j, c-acp np1 vhz vvn av d n2 cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1610 or hath made so many provisions against it. or hath made so many provisions against it. cc vhz vvn av d n2 p-acp pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1611 The very contrivance of the work of Redemption in that way by the hand of Jesus Christ, had this great designe in it; The very contrivance of the work of Redemption in that Way by the hand of jesus christ, had this great Design in it; dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vhd d j n1 p-acp pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1612 For as the chiefe designe in reference to man was his salvation (that was the ultimate end as to man) so there was another designe in it, For as the chief Design in Referente to man was his salvation (that was the ultimate end as to man) so there was Another Design in it, c-acp c-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vbds po31 n1 (cst vbds dt j n1 c-acp p-acp n1) av pc-acp vbds j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1613 why God would save man that way, which the Apostle layeth downe (1 Cor: 1.29.) That no flesh should glory in his sight; why God would save man that Way, which the Apostle Layeth down (1 Cor: 1.29.) That no Flesh should glory in his sighed; c-crq np1 vmd vvi n1 cst n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp (vvn fw-la: crd.) cst dx n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1614 While God intended to give man glory, he took a course to cut off all glorying from man. While God intended to give man glory, he took a course to Cut off all glorying from man. cs np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d vvg p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 83
1615 God would not set up man againe to worke is owne salvation, lest he should be proud of his workes. God would not Set up man again to work is own salvation, lest he should be proud of his works. np1 vmd xx vvi a-acp n1 av pc-acp vvi vbz d n1, cs pns31 vmd vbi j pp-f po31 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 84
1616 Though we are now called to work out our owne salvation (Phil. 2.12.) yet it is wholly wrought by another; Though we Are now called to work out our own salvation (Philip 2.12.) yet it is wholly wrought by Another; cs pns12 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi av po12 d n1 (np1 crd.) av pn31 vbz av-jn vvn p-acp j-jn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 84
1617 and we are there commanded to work out our owne salvation with feare and trembling, not with presumption and boasting. and we Are there commanded to work out our own salvation with Fear and trembling, not with presumption and boasting. cc pns12 vbr a-acp vvn pc-acp vvi av po12 d n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, xx p-acp n1 cc n-vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 267 Page 84
1618 Againe, How apt is man to boast of any good he doth? seeing he is not ashamed to boast sometimes when he doth evill, Again, How apt is man to boast of any good he does? seeing he is not ashamed to boast sometime when he does evil, av, c-crq j vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d j pns31 vdz? vvg pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi av c-crq pns31 vdz n-jn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 268 Page 84
1619 and of that which is evill, even of the lusts and lustings of his evill heart. ( Psal. 10.3.) The wicked boasteth of his hearts desire. and of that which is evil, even of the Lustiest and lustings of his evil heart. (Psalm 10.3.) The wicked boasts of his hearts desire. cc pp-f d r-crq vbz j-jn, av pp-f dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f po31 j-jn n1. (np1 crd.) dt j vvz pp-f po31 ng1 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 268 Page 84
1620 And what good is there in the desire of a wicked mans heart? He (as such) can desire nothing, And what good is there in the desire of a wicked men heart? He (as such) can desire nothing, cc r-crq j vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1? pns31 (c-acp d) vmb vvi pix, (7) chapter (DIV2) 268 Page 84
1621 but what is worse then nothing, sin or vanity, and yet he boasts of it. but what is Worse then nothing, since or vanity, and yet he boasts of it. cc-acp q-crq vbz jc cs pix, n1 cc n1, cc av pns31 vvz pp-f pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 268 Page 84
1623 They in the Prophet boasted that they were mighty to drinke wine, and men of strength to mingle strong drinke, (Isa. 5.22.) How doe some please themselves that they are in power, only, They in the Prophet boasted that they were mighty to drink wine, and men of strength to mingle strong drink, (Isaiah 5.22.) How do Some please themselves that they Are in power, only, pns32 p-acp dt n1 vvd cst pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi n1, cc n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi j n1, (np1 crd.) q-crq vdb d vvi px32 cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1, av-j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 269 Page 84
1624 because that gives them an advantage to oppresse whom they please, or all those with whom they are displeased. Because that gives them an advantage to oppress whom they please, or all those with whom they Are displeased. c-acp cst vvz pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vvb, cc d d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 269 Page 84
1625 David saw that spirit ruling and raging in spirefull Doeg whom he therefore checks, ( Psal. 52.1.) Why boastest thou thy selfe in mischiefe, O mighty man? The Apostle found those ( Phil. 3.19.) who gloried in their shame; That is, in sinfull practices (even making their belly their God) whereof they ought to be ashamed. David saw that Spirit ruling and raging in spirefull Doeg whom he Therefore Checks, (Psalm 52.1.) Why boastest thou thy self in mischief, Oh mighty man? The Apostle found those (Philip 3.19.) who gloried in their shame; That is, in sinful practices (even making their belly their God) whereof they ought to be ashamed. np1 vvd cst n1 vvg cc vvg p-acp j np1 r-crq pns31 av vvz, (np1 crd.) q-crq vv2 pns21 po21 n1 p-acp n1, uh j n1? dt n1 vvd d (np1 crd.) q-crq vvd p-acp po32 n1; cst vbz, p-acp j n2 (av vvg po32 n1 po32 n1) c-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 269 Page 84
1626 The Prophet spake of their like long before, ( Isa. 3.9.) They declare their sin as Sodome, they hide it not; The Prophet spoke of their like long before, (Isaiah 3.9.) They declare their since as Sodom, they hide it not; dt n1 vvd pp-f po32 j j a-acp, (np1 crd.) pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vvb pn31 xx; (7) chapter (DIV2) 269 Page 84
1627 As if it had been their ornament and their honour, their beauty and bravery to be wicked. As if it had been their ornament and their honour, their beauty and bravery to be wicked. c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn po32 n1 cc po32 n1, po32 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 269 Page 84
1628 But especially if bad men doe that which is good, they boast of it. A carnal man may for the matter doe good; But especially if bad men do that which is good, they boast of it. A carnal man may for the matter do good; cc-acp av-j cs j n2 vdb d r-crq vbz j, pns32 vvb pp-f pn31. dt j n1 vmb p-acp dt n1 vdb j; (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 84
1629 yea, he may have a zeale for God. yea, he may have a zeal for God. uh, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 84
1630 Jehu said, Come see my zeale for the Lord, (2 Kings 10.16.) But Jehu desired more to have his zeale for the Lord seene, Jehu said, Come see my zeal for the Lord, (2 Kings 10.16.) But Jehu desired more to have his zeal for the Lord seen, np1 vvd, vvb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1, (crd n2 crd.) p-acp np1 vvd av-dc pc-acp vhi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 84
1631 then to be zealous for the Lord. And so his was indeed zeale for himselfe, not for the Lord. then to be zealous for the Lord. And so his was indeed zeal for himself, not for the Lord. cs pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1. cc av po31 vbds av n1 p-acp px31, xx p-acp dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 84
1632 The Pharisees did many good things, but they could not fo•beare boasting in the good they did; The Pharisees did many good things, but they could not fo•beare boasting in the good they did; dt np2 vdd d j n2, cc-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi vvg p-acp dt j pns32 vdd; (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 84
1633 They doe all (saith Christ, who knew not only what they did, but with what heart) to be seene of men, They do all (Says christ, who knew not only what they did, but with what heart) to be seen of men, pns32 vdb d (vvz np1, r-crq vvd xx av-j r-crq pns32 vdd, cc-acp p-acp q-crq n1) pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 84
1634 or to have prayse with men. or to have praise with men. cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 84
1635 Yea, not only are evill men ready to boast of the good they doe, but the temptation lies hard also upon godly men to doe so, their hearts are often unduely transported, as with the thoughts of their gifts, parts, Yea, not only Are evil men ready to boast of the good they do, but the temptation lies hard also upon godly men to do so, their hearts Are often unduely transported, as with the thoughts of their Gifts, parts, uh, xx av-j vbr j-jn n2 j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j pns32 vdb, cc-acp dt n1 vvz av-j av p-acp j n2 pc-acp vdi av, po32 n2 vbr av av-j vvn, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 85
1636 and graces, so with what they doe through the gift of grace. Our very graces, much more our outward priviledges, may be an occasion of boasting. and graces, so with what they do through the gift of grace. Our very graces, much more our outward privileges, may be an occasion of boasting. cc n2, av p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. po12 j n2, av-d av-dc po12 j n2, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 85
1637 Pride and boasting are weeds which grow up from the best and richest soyle. 'Tis rare to see any man rich in gifts and graces, and poore in spirit; Pride and boasting Are weeds which grow up from the best and Richest soil. It's rare to see any man rich in Gifts and graces, and poor in Spirit; n1 cc vvg vbr n2 r-crq vvb a-acp p-acp dt js cc js n1. pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 j p-acp n2 cc n2, cc j p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 85
1638 poverty of spirit is the purest and truest riches of grace. poverty of Spirit is the Purest and Truest riches of grace. n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt js cc js n2 pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 270 Page 85
1639 Secondly, As to the particular here spoken of, Lest ye should say, we have found but wisdome. Note. Secondly, As to the particular Here spoken of, Lest you should say, we have found but Wisdom. Note. ord, c-acp p-acp dt j av vvn pp-f, cs pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp n1. n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 271 Page 85
1640 Man is very prone to make boast of or glory in that which he calleth wisdome. Man is very prove to make boast of or glory in that which he calls Wisdom. n1 vbz av j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f cc vvi p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 272 Page 85
1641 When he hath found out (though but supposed) wisdome, he cannot containe, he must cry it up. When he hath found out (though but supposed) Wisdom, he cannot contain, he must cry it up. c-crq pns31 vhz vvn av (cs cc-acp vvn) n1, pns31 vmbx vvi, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1724 God must convert the sinner, not man, not the preacher; God must convert the sinner, not man, not the preacher; np1 vmb vvi dt n1, xx n1, xx dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1642 It is said of the old Mathematician, when (after long study and beating his braines) he had found out a Conclusion in Geometry, he ran about the Citie (as if transported) or ravished with this loud out-cry, I have found it, I have found it; It is said of the old Mathematician, when (After long study and beating his brains) he had found out a Conclusion in Geometry, he ran about the city (as if transported) or ravished with this loud outcry, I have found it, I have found it; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1, c-crq (c-acp av-j vvi cc vvg po31 n2) pns31 vhd vvn av dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 (c-acp cs vvn) cc vvd p-acp d j n1, pns11 vhb vvn pn31, pns11 vhb vvn pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1643 and thus Jobs friends were ready to cry out, they had found, they had found out wisdome. and thus Jobs Friends were ready to cry out, they had found, they had found out Wisdom. cc av n2 n2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi av, pns32 vhd vvn, pns32 vhd vvn av n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1644 There is indeed a very great temptation in the finding out or attaining of wisdome, to puff man up, and to make him vaine-glorious. There is indeed a very great temptation in the finding out or attaining of Wisdom, to puff man up, and to make him vainglorious. pc-acp vbz av dt j j n1 p-acp dt vvg av cc vvg pp-f n1, p-acp n1 n1 a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1645 We have great cause to be humbled, that we have so little wisdome; We have great cause to be humbled, that we have so little Wisdom; pns12 vhb j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns12 vhb av j n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1646 and they that have any store (as they thinke) more then their neighbours, are in great danger of being proud of it. and they that have any store (as they think) more then their neighbours, Are in great danger of being proud of it. cc pns32 cst vhb d n1 (c-acp pns32 vvb) av-dc cs po32 n2, vbr p-acp j n1 pp-f vbg j pp-f pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1647 Knowledge puffeth up, (1 Cor: 8.1.) When the head is full, the heart grows high. Knowledge Puffeth up, (1 Cor: 8.1.) When the head is full, the heart grows high. n1 vvz a-acp, (crd fw-la: crd.) c-crq dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 vvz j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1648 Yet this is to be understood of literall knowledge, not of spirituall, or of knowledge when and where it is alone without grace, not of gracious knowledge. Yet this is to be understood of literal knowledge, not of spiritual, or of knowledge when and where it is alone without grace, not of gracious knowledge. av d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f j n1, xx pp-f j, cc pp-f n1 c-crq cc c-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp n1, xx pp-f j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1649 The more a gracious man knowes, the more humbl• he is, because his knowledge shewes him his own vileness and emptiness; The more a gracious man knows, the more humbl• he is, Because his knowledge shows him his own vileness and emptiness; dt av-dc dt j n1 vvz, dt av-dc n1 pns31 vbz, c-acp po31 n1 vvz pno31 po31 d n1 cc n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1650 but the more a carnall man knowes, the more proud he is, became (while such) whatsoever or how much soever he knoweth, he knoweth not himselfe, but the more a carnal man knows, the more proud he is, became (while such) whatsoever or how much soever he Knoweth, he Knoweth not himself, cc-acp dt av-dc dt j n1 vvz, dt av-dc j pns31 vbz, vvd (cs d) r-crq cc c-crq d av pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz xx px31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1651 nor doth he know any thing as he ought to know it, as the Apostle speakes there at the second verse. nor does he know any thing as he ought to know it, as the Apostle speaks there At the second verse. ccx vdz pns31 vvi d n1 c-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt ord n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1652 And as meere naturall men, so they who are but smatterers, or beginners in the wayes of godliness, are also very ready to be transported with an opinion of their parts and knowledge. And as mere natural men, so they who Are but smatterers, or beginners in the ways of godliness, Are also very ready to be transported with an opinion of their parts and knowledge. cc c-acp j j n2, av pns32 r-crq vbr cc-acp n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbr av av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 85
1653 And therefore, the same Apostle gives it in charge to Timothy (1 Tim. 3.6.) that he who is called and received unto Office in the Church, should not be a novice; he means it not so much of one that is young in yeares, And Therefore, the same Apostle gives it in charge to Timothy (1 Tim. 3.6.) that he who is called and received unto Office in the Church, should not be a novice; he means it not so much of one that is young in Years, cc av, dt d n1 vvz pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 (vvd np1 crd.) cst pns31 r-crq vbz vvn cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd xx vbi dt n1; pns31 vvz pn31 xx av av-d pp-f crd cst vbz j p-acp n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1654 as of one that is young in the faith, a new plant in the Church, or one newly converted. as of one that is young in the faith, a new plant in the Church, or one newly converted. c-acp pp-f pi cst vbz j p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pi av-j vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1655 And he gives this as a reason, Lest being puft up (with pride he meanes) by being in such a function, And he gives this as a reason, Lest being puffed up (with pride he means) by being in such a function, cc pns31 vvz d p-acp dt n1, cs vbg vvn a-acp (p-acp n1 pns31 vvz) p-acp vbg p-acp d dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1656 or by having such reputation for wisdome and knowledge, as is requisite to a Go•pel Minister, he (which is a sad fall, or by having such reputation for Wisdom and knowledge, as is requisite to a Go•pel Minister, he (which is a sad fallen, cc p-acp vhg d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 n1, pns31 (r-crq vbz dt j n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1657 if not a down-fall into utter ruine) fall into the condemnation of the devill. if not a downfall into utter ruin) fallen into the condemnation of the Devil. cs xx dt j p-acp j n1) vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1658 Not that the devill will condemne him for his pride, no, the more proud men are, the more the devill approves of them; Not that the Devil will condemn him for his pride, no, the more proud men Are, the more the Devil approves of them; xx d dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, uh-dx, dt av-dc j n2 vbr, dt av-dc dt n1 vvz pp-f pno32; (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1659 nor is it the devills office to condemne, it is his office to execute; he is the executioner, not the Judge; nor is it the Devils office to condemn, it is his office to execute; he is the executioner, not the Judge; ccx vbz pn31 dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi; pns31 vbz dt n1, xx dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1746 or our wisest way to say no more; or our Wisest Way to say no more; cc po12 js n1 pc-acp vvi dx av-dc; (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1661 So that when the Apostle saith, Lest he fall into the condemnation of the devill, it is as if he had said, Lest he be condemned for the same sin that the devill was condemned for, which was pride: So that when the Apostle Says, Lest he fallen into the condemnation of the Devil, it is as if he had said, Lest he be condemned for the same since that the Devil was condemned for, which was pride: av cst c-crq dt n1 vvz, cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp dt d n1 cst dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp, r-crq vbds n1: (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1662 And it was pride (for he is the right father of the Gnosticks ) arising out of a high opinion, And it was pride (for he is the right father of the Gnostics) arising out of a high opinion, cc pn31 vbds n1 (c-acp pns31 vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2) vvg av pp-f dt j n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1663 or conceit of his owne wisdome, and knowledge. Zophar sayd ( Job 11.12.) Vaine man would be wise. or conceit of his own Wisdom, and knowledge. Zophar said (Job 11.12.) Vain man would be wise. cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cc n1. np1 vvd (np1 crd.) j n1 vmd vbi j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1664 But is it an argument of a mans vanity that he would be wise? it is a mans duty to be wise, that's a good desire; But is it an argument of a men vanity that he would be wise? it is a men duty to be wise, that's a good desire; cc-acp vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi j? pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vbi j, d|vbz dt j n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1665 why then doth he say, Vaine man would be wise? The meaning is, Vaine man would be in account for wisdome, he would be reckoned among wise men, why then does he say, Vain man would be wise? The meaning is, Vain man would be in account for Wisdom, he would be reckoned among wise men, q-crq av vdz pns31 vvi, j n1 vmd vbi j? dt n1 vbz, j n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp j n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1666 or he desires more to be thought wise, then to be wise. or he Desires more to be Thought wise, then to be wise. cc pns31 vvz dc pc-acp vbi vvn j, av pc-acp vbi j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1667 A vaine man, indeed, cannot desire any good, but in reference to some evill that cleaves to it; A vain man, indeed, cannot desire any good, but in Referente to Some evil that cleaves to it; dt j n1, av, vmbx vvi d j, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d n-jn cst vvz p-acp pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1668 and upon that account he may desire to be wise. and upon that account he may desire to be wise. cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1669 The first sin came into the world by an attempt to get wisdome, or by a proud thought in the hopes of attaining farther wisdome. The First since Come into the world by an attempt to get Wisdom, or by a proud Thought in the hope's of attaining farther Wisdom. dt ord n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg av-jc n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1670 The wisdome which our first parents sought for, was not wisdome to know God, for that is the most excellent wisdom, It is eternall life to know God; The Wisdom which our First Parents sought for, was not Wisdom to know God, for that is the most excellent Wisdom, It is Eternal life to know God; dt n1 r-crq po12 ord n2 vvd p-acp, vbds xx n1 pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp d vbz dt av-ds j n1, pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1671 So then it was not wisdome to know God, but it was wisdome to be knowing as God which they affected, they would be high and lifted up above the rate of a creature in knowledge, and that was their ruine. So then it was not Wisdom to know God, but it was Wisdom to be knowing as God which they affected, they would be high and lifted up above the rate of a creature in knowledge, and that was their ruin. av av pn31 vbds xx n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cc-acp pn31 vbds n1 pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp np1 r-crq pns32 vvd, pns32 vmd vbi j cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cc cst vbds po32 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1672 And I shall shew (in two things) why there is such a temptation in wisdome, And I shall show (in two things) why there is such a temptation in Wisdom, cc pns11 vmb vvi (p-acp crd n2) c-crq pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1673 or the reason why when we have found out that which hath a shew of wisdome in it, we are so forward to applaud our selves, & boast in it. or the reason why when we have found out that which hath a show of Wisdom in it, we Are so forward to applaud our selves, & boast in it. cc dt n1 c-crq c-crq pns12 vhb vvn av cst r-crq vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, pns12 vbr av av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvi p-acp pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 273 Page 86
1674 First, 'Tis so, because wisdome is no common Commodity, as I may say; First, It's so, Because Wisdom is no Common Commodity, as I may say; ord, pn31|vbz av, c-acp n1 vbz dx j n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi; (7) chapter (DIV2) 274 Page 86
1675 wisdome is but in few hands, if you consider the multitude of men in the world. Wisdom is but in few hands, if you Consider the multitude of men in the world. n1 vbz p-acp p-acp d n2, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 274 Page 87
1676 Now that which few have, all who have it are ready to be proud of. No man is proud of that which is every mans; Now that which few have, all who have it Are ready to be proud of. No man is proud of that which is every men; av cst r-crq d vhb, d r-crq vhb pn31 vbr j pc-acp vbi j pp-f. dx n1 vbz j pp-f d r-crq vbz d ng1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 274 Page 87
1677 no man is proud that he is a man, or proud that he hath reason, because that is common to all men; no man is proud that he is a man, or proud that he hath reason, Because that is Common to all men; dx n1 vbz j cst pns31 vbz dt n1, cc j cst pns31 vhz n1, c-acp d vbz j p-acp d n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 274 Page 87
1678 but all men are not wise, all men are not learned, all men have not an improved wisdome, reason and understanding; but all men Are not wise, all men Are not learned, all men have not an improved Wisdom, reason and understanding; cc-acp d n2 vbr xx j, d n2 vbr xx j, d n2 vhb xx dt j-vvn n1, n1 cc n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 274 Page 87
1679 that hath a peculiarity in it, and therefore of that many are proud. that hath a peculiarity in it, and Therefore of that many Are proud. cst vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc av pp-f d d vbr j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 274 Page 87
1680 Secondly, Wisdome is not only rare, but very usefull, and (which reacheth this poynt more fully) very ornamentall; Secondly, Wisdom is not only rare, but very useful, and (which reaches this point more Fully) very ornamental; ord, n1 vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp av j, cc (r-crq vvz d n1 av-dc av-j) av j; (7) chapter (DIV2) 275 Page 87
1681 and how apt are we to be proud of our ornaments? A man is not proud of his ordinary Clothes, and how apt Are we to be proud of our Ornament? A man is not proud of his ordinary Clothes, cc c-crq j vbr pns12 pc-acp vbi j pp-f po12 n2? dt n1 vbz xx j pp-f po31 j n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 275 Page 87
1682 nor a woman of her every-day dresse, but when a man or woman have their ornaments and Jewells on, their Gay-cloathing and rich apparel on, nor a woman of her everyday dress, but when a man or woman have their Ornament and Jewels on, their Gay-clothing and rich apparel on, ccx dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vhb po32 n2 cc n2 a-acp, po32 n1 cc j n1 p-acp, (7) chapter (DIV2) 275 Page 87
1683 then they are apt to be proud and lifted up, so it is in this case; then they Are apt to be proud and lifted up, so it is in this case; cs pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi j cc vvd a-acp, av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 275 Page 87
1684 Wisdome is like Gay-cloathing, it is a Jewell, an ornament, and therefore man is under a temptation when he hath any thing of wisdome, especially any eminency of wisdome about him, to be lifted up and despise others: Wisdom is like Gay-clothing, it is a Jewel, an ornament, and Therefore man is under a temptation when he hath any thing of Wisdom, especially any eminency of Wisdom about him, to be lifted up and despise Others: n1 vbz j n1, pn31 vbz dt n1, dt n1, cc av n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhz d n1 pp-f n1, av-j d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp cc vvi n2-jn: (7) chapter (DIV2) 275 Page 87
1685 yea, to arrogate great things to himselfe, and to presume that he can doe no small matters with his braine, yea, to arrogate great things to himself, and to presume that he can do no small matters with his brain, uh, pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp px31, cc pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb vdi dx j n2 p-acp po31 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 275 Page 87
1686 or the engine of his understanding. or the engine of his understanding. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 275 Page 87
1687 It is a great attainment to be full of knowledge, and full of humility, high in parts, and lowly in spirit; It is a great attainment to be full of knowledge, and full of humility, high in parts, and lowly in Spirit; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1, cc j pp-f n1, j p-acp n2, cc j p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 275 Page 87
1688 Lest ye should say, we have found out wisdome. God thrusteth him downe not man; or as others read, God hath cast him downe not man. Lest you should say, we have found out Wisdom. God thrusts him down not man; or as Others read, God hath cast him down not man. cs pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av n1. np1 vvz pno31 p-acp xx n1; cc c-acp n2-jn vvb, np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp xx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 275 Page 87
1689 The Omnipotent doth Toss him not man, saith Mr. Broughton The word signifies to toss a man (as it were) in a blanket, That is, to toss him as we please farre enough from his pleasure, The Omnipotent does Toss him not man, Says Mr. Broughton The word signifies to toss a man (as it were) in a blanket, That is, to toss him as we please Far enough from his pleasure, dt j vdz vvi pno31 xx n1, vvz n1 np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp vvb dt n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, pc-acp vvi pno31 c-acp pns12 vvb av-j av-d p-acp po31 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 276 Page 87
1690 or to toss him in open view. As if they had sayd, see how the omnipotent tosseth this man; or to toss him in open view. As if they had said, see how the omnipotent tosses this man; cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp j n1. p-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, vvb c-crq dt j vvz d n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 276 Page 87
1691 The Omnipotent tosseth him not man. There are two references of these words given by Expositers. The Omnipotent tosses him not man. There Are two references of these words given by Expositors. dt j vvz pno31 xx n1. pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 276 Page 87
1692 First, Some expound them as the words of Elihu. Secondly, Others as the words of Jobs three friends. First, some expound them as the words of Elihu. Secondly, Others as the words of Jobs three Friends. ord, d vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. ord, n2-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 crd n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 277 Page 87
1693 First, Lest ye should say, we have found out wisdome. I (saith Elihu ) say, God shall thrust him downe not man. First, Lest you should say, we have found out Wisdom. I (Says Elihu) say, God shall thrust him down not man. ord, cs pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av n1. pns11 (vvz np1) vvb, np1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp xx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 87
1694 That's the principle by which I will deale with Job, and so thrust him downe from that opinion which he hath of himselfe, That's the principle by which I will deal with Job, and so thrust him down from that opinion which he hath of himself, d|vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc av vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz pp-f px31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 87
1695 and humble him, (that's the sence of the words (thrust him downe) according to this interpretation) God shall doe it and not man. and humble him, (that's the sense of the words (thrust him down) according to this Interpretation) God shall do it and not man. cc vvi pno31, (d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 (vvn pno31 a-acp) vvg p-acp d n1) np1 vmb vdi pn31 cc xx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 87
1696 Some of the learned insist much upon this interpretation; some of the learned insist much upon this Interpretation; d pp-f dt vvd vvi av-d p-acp d n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1697 wherein Elihu is supposed making a great discovery of his humility, as not daring to undertake Job himselfe, wherein Elihu is supposed making a great discovery of his humility, as not daring to undertake Job himself, c-crq np1 vbz vvn vvg dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp xx vvg pc-acp vvi n1 px31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1698 but going about it in the strength and power of God; but going about it in the strength and power of God; cc-acp vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1699 As if he had said, 'Tis a worke above or too hard for man to put Job off from that opinion wherein he is setled. As if he had said, It's a work above or too hard for man to put Job off from that opinion wherein he is settled. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp cc av av-j c-acp n1 pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1700 To doe this is a worke worthy of God, nor can it be done by any power, To do this is a work worthy of God, nor can it be done by any power, pc-acp vdi d vbz dt n1 j pp-f np1, ccx vmb pn31 vbi vdn p-acp d n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1701 but that which is properly divine. but that which is properly divine. cc-acp cst r-crq vbz av-j j-jn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1702 And seeing God is graciously pleased to use the ministery of man for the bringing about such workes of Grace; And seeing God is graciously pleased to use the Ministry of man for the bringing about such works of Grace; np1 vvg np1 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1703 farre be it from me that I should arrogate and assume that to my selfe which God is pleased to work by my word. Far be it from me that I should arrogate and assume that to my self which God is pleased to work by my word. av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vmd vvi cc vvi d p-acp po11 n1 r-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1704 We may paralel this speech of Elihu with two o•her places of Scripture, which will give light to it. We may parallel this speech of Elihu with two o•her places of Scripture, which will give Light to it. pns12 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp crd j-jn n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1705 First, ( Gen. 42.16.) And Joseph answered Pharoah, saying, It is not in me, but God shall give Pharoah an answer of peace. First, (Gen. 42.16.) And Joseph answered Pharaoh, saying, It is not in me, but God shall give Pharaoh an answer of peace. ord, (np1 crd.) cc np1 vvd np1, vvg, pn31 vbz xx p-acp pno11, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1706 When Pharoah proposed to him his Dreames of the seven leane kine, and of the seven thin ears of Corne, Joseph professed it was not in him to expound them, but only in God; When Pharaoh proposed to him his Dreams of the seven lean kine, and of the seven thin ears of Corn, Joseph professed it was not in him to expound them, but only in God; c-crq np1 vvn p-acp pno31 po31 n2 pp-f dt crd j n2, cc pp-f dt crd j n2 pp-f n1, np1 vvd pn31 vbds xx p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp av-j p-acp np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1707 and that God would doe it he wa• confident; God shall give to Pharoah an answer of peace. and that God would do it he wa• confident; God shall give to Pharaoh an answer of peace. cc cst np1 vmd vdi pn31 pns31 n1 j; np1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1708 I owne no wisdome in or of my selfe, enabling me to resolve this question, or to open this secret; I own no Wisdom in or of my self, enabling me to resolve this question, or to open this secret; pns11 vvd dx n1 p-acp cc pp-f po11 n1, vvg pno11 pc-acp vvi d n1, cc pc-acp vvi d n-jn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1709 If ever I doe it, 'tis God who doth it, not I; unlesse he reveale the secret unto me, I cannot reveale it unto thee. If ever I do it, it's God who does it, not I; unless he reveal the secret unto me, I cannot reveal it unto thee. cs av pns11 vdb pn31, pn31|vbz np1 r-crq vdz pn31, xx pns11; cs pns31 vvb dt j-jn p-acp pno11, pns11 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp pno21. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1710 Thus also spake Daniel, (Dan: 2.27.) When all the wise men of Babylon were foyld, Thus also spoke daniel, (Dan: 2.27.) When all the wise men of Babylon were foiled, av av vvd np1, (uh: crd.) c-crq d dt j n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1711 and gravell'd at the Kings proposall; The secret which the King hath demanded, cannot the wise men, the Astrologers, the Magicians, and graveled At the Kings proposal; The secret which the King hath demanded, cannot the wise men, the Astrologers, the Magicians, cc vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1; dt n-jn r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, vmbx dt j n2, dt n2, dt n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1712 and the South-sayers shew unto the King. They cannot doe it; and the Soothsayers show unto the King. They cannot do it; cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. pns32 vmbx vdi pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1713 it is not put by way of interrogation, cannot they doe it? but they cannot, by way of negative assertion; it is not put by Way of interrogation, cannot they do it? but they cannot, by Way of negative assertion; pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmbx pns32 vdi pn31? cc-acp pns32 vmbx, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1714 how then can it be done? or who can doe it? He answers, But there is a God in heaven that revealeth secrets, how then can it be done? or who can do it? He answers, But there is a God in heaven that Revealeth secrets, c-crq av vmb pn31 vbi vdn? cc q-crq vmb vdi pn31? pns31 vvz, p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cst vvz n2-jn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1715 and maketh knowne to the King Nebuchadnezzar what shall be in the latter dayes. and makes known to the King Nebuchadnezzar what shall be in the latter days. cc vvz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 q-crq vmb vbi p-acp dt d n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1716 As if he had said, As thy Magicians cannot, so I will not undertake to reveale the secret, As if he had said, As thy Magicians cannot, so I will not undertake to reveal the secret, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, p-acp po21 n2 vmbx, av pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-jn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1717 but God both can and will, He will surely doe it, yea, he is now doing it; but God both can and will, He will surely do it, yea, he is now doing it; cc-acp np1 av-d vmb cc vmb, pns31 vmb av-j vdi pn31, uh, pns31 vbz av vdg pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1718 the text speakes as of a present act, He maketh knowne to the King, &c. Thus (according to the exposition before us) Elihu sai h here, Lest ye should say, we have found out wisdome; the text speaks as of a present act, He makes known to the King, etc. Thus (according to the exposition before us) Elihu sai h Here, Lest you should say, we have found out Wisdom; dt n1 vvz a-acp pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vvz vvn p-acp dt n1, av av (vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12) np1 zz wd av, cs pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1719 I tell you plainly, I will not undertake him, and I am much assured ye cannot, I tell you plainly, I will not undertake him, and I am much assured you cannot, pns11 vvb pn22 av-j, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31, cc pns11 vbm av-d vvn pn22 vmbx, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1720 therefore Let God thrust him downe, let God deale with him, and conquer him, not I, not you, not man, not any man. Therefore Let God thrust him down, let God deal with him, and conquer him, not I, not you, not man, not any man. av vvb np1 vvi pno31 a-acp, vvb np1 vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31, xx pns11, xx pn22, xx n1, xx d n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 88
1721 If God will use me as a poore instrument to doe it, I am ready, but the whole efficacy and power must be from himselfe. If God will use me as a poor Instrument to do it, I am ready, but the Whole efficacy and power must be from himself. cs np1 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, pns11 vbm j, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp px31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1722 This carrieth a profitable and a holy sence; This Carrieth a profitable and a holy sense; np1 vvz dt j cc dt j n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1723 every good man ascribes the effect of all that he speaks in perswading others for good to the power of God. every good man ascribes the Effect of all that he speaks in persuading Others for good to the power of God. d j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d cst pns31 vvz p-acp vvg n2-jn p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1725 God must humble the proud, not man, God must cast him downe from his high thoughts or cast downe the high thoughts that are in him, not man; God must humble the proud, not man, God must cast him down from his high thoughts or cast down the high thoughts that Are in him, not man; np1 vmb vvi dt j, xx n1, np1 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 j n2 cc vvd a-acp dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno31, xx n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1726 God must soften and breake the hard heart, not man; God must soften and break the hard heart, not man; np1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt j n1, xx n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1727 in a word, 'tis God who both thrusteth man downe by a gracious work of repentance and selfe-abhorrence, in a word, it's God who both thrusts man down by a gracious work of Repentance and selfe-abhorrence, p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz np1 r-crq d vvz n1 a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1728 and rayseth him up by a powerfull worke of faith and holy confidence in Jesus Christ: and raises him up by a powerful work of faith and holy confidence in jesus christ: cc vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 p-acp np1 np1: (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1729 when man hath done his best, he can doe no•hing effectually, only God can. Whatsoever good man doth, God doth it in him and by him. when man hath done his best, he can do no•hing effectually, only God can. Whatsoever good man does, God does it in him and by him. c-crq n1 vhz vdn po31 js, pns31 vmb vdi n1 av-j, av-j np1 vmb. r-crq j n1 vdz, np1 vdz pn31 p-acp pno31 cc p-acp pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1730 Hence those creature-abasing and Christ-exalting questions (1 Cor: 3.5.) Who is Paul? and who is Apollo? but Ministers by whom ye believed, Hence those creature-abasing and Christ-exalting questions (1 Cor: 3.5.) Who is Paul? and who is Apollo? but Ministers by whom you believed, av d j cc j n2 (crd fw-la: crd.) r-crq vbz np1? cc q-crq vbz np1? cc-acp n2 p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvd, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1731 even as the Lord gave to every man. even as the Lord gave to every man. av c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp d n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1732 Paul puts a slight upon himselfe, and a slight upon all instruments, that the whole power might be of God, Paul puts a slight upon himself, and a slight upon all Instruments, that the Whole power might be of God, np1 vvz dt j p-acp px31, cc dt j p-acp d n2, cst dt j-jn n1 vmd vbi pp-f np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1733 as he concludes ( v. 7.) So then neither is he that planteth any thing, as he concludes (v. 7.) So then neither is he that plants any thing, c-acp pns31 vvz (n1 crd) av av av-dx vbz pns31 cst vvz d n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1734 neither he that watereth, but God that giveth the encrease. neither he that Waters, but God that gives the increase. av-dx pns31 cst vvz, cc-acp np1 cst vvz dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1735 God only thrusts man downe from his vaine and carnal state, God only lifts him up unto a blessed and a heavenly state. God only thrusts man down from his vain and carnal state, God only lifts him up unto a blessed and a heavenly state. np1 av-j vvz n1 a-acp p-acp po31 j cc j n1, np1 av-j vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j-vvn cc dt j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1736 This, you see, is an improveable interpretation, as the words are supposed spoken by Elihu. This, you see, is an improveable Interpretation, as the words Are supposed spoken by Elihu. np1, pn22 vvb, vbz dt j n1, c-acp dt n2 vbr vvn vvn p-acp np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 278 Page 89
1737 But, I rather referre them to Jobs friends, being collected or gathered up by Elihu, as the issue of their whole discourse with Job. God thrusteth him downe, and not man. But, I rather refer them to Jobs Friends, being collected or gathered up by Elihu, as the issue of their Whole discourse with Job. God thrusts him down, and not man. p-acp, pns11 av-c vvb pno32 p-acp n2 n2, vbg vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n1 p-acp n1. np1 vvz pno31 a-acp, cc xx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 279 Page 89
1738 This is it, that you meane (saith Elihu ) this is the top of your wisdome, the flower and Creame, the summe and substance of all your arguments. This is it, that you mean (Says Elihu) this is the top of your Wisdom, the flower and Cream, the sum and substance of all your Arguments. d vbz pn31, cst pn22 vvb (vvz np1) d vbz dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po22 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 279 Page 89
1739 All that ye have sayd is reducible to this one position, God thrusheth him downe, not man, and therefore he is a wicked man; All that you have said is reducible to this one position, God thrusheth him down, not man, and Therefore he is a wicked man; av-d d pn22 vhb vvn vbz j p-acp d crd n1, np1 vvz pno31 a-acp, xx n1, cc av pns31 vbz dt j n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 279 Page 89
1740 This is the wisdome which ye glory to have found. This is the Wisdom which you glory to have found. d vbz dt n1 r-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vhi vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 279 Page 89
1741 Now though we take the words as the summe of what Jobs friends had spoken, collected and drawne together by Elihu, yet there is some variety in opening the sence of them; Now though we take the words as the sum of what Jobs Friends had spoken, collected and drawn together by Elihu, yet there is Some variety in opening the sense of them; av cs pns12 vvb dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq n2 n2 vhd vvn, vvn cc vvn av p-acp np1, av pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f pno32; (7) chapter (DIV2) 280 Page 89
1742 I will but touch a little at what is offered by severall Interpreters, and stay upon that which I conceive most proper to the place. I will but touch a little At what is offered by several Interpreters, and stay upon that which I conceive most proper to the place. pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi dt j p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n2, cc vvi p-acp d r-crq pns11 vvb av-ds j p-acp dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 280 Page 89
1743 First, Some conceive that in these words an account is given why Jobs friends gave over speaking, First, some conceive that in these words an account is given why Jobs Friends gave over speaking, ord, d vvb cst p-acp d n2 dt n1 vbz vvn c-crq n2 n2 vvd p-acp vvg, (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 89
1744 or why they stood silent, either resolving to speake no more, or presuming they had spoken all; or why they stood silent, either resolving to speak no more, or presuming they had spoken all; cc c-crq pns32 vvd j, av-d vvg pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc, cc vvg pns32 vhd vvn av-d; (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1745 As if they had said, We have found out and concluded among our selves, that 'tis most adviseable for us, As if they had said, We have found out and concluded among our selves, that it's most Advisable for us, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, pns12 vhb vvn av cc vvn p-acp po12 n2, cst pn31|vbz av-ds j p-acp pno12, (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1747 you possibly thinke we can say no more, but we doe industriously forbear to say any more; you possibly think we can say no more, but we do industriously forbear to say any more; pn22 av-j vvb pns12 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, cc-acp pns12 vdb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi d av-dc; (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1748 why should we trouble him any further; God troubleth and vexeth him enough God thrusteth him downe, therefore let not man; why should we trouble him any further; God Troubles and vexes him enough God thrusts him down, Therefore let not man; q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pno31 d av-jc; np1 vvz cc vvz pno31 av-d np1 vvz pno31 a-acp, av vvb xx n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1749 And therefore we thinke it our wisdome (having sayd this) to forbeare and give him over, And Therefore we think it our Wisdom (having said this) to forbear and give him over, cc av pns12 vvb pn31 po12 n1 (vhg vvn d) pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 a-acp, (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1750 for we will not adde affliction any longer to the afflicted. for we will not add affliction any longer to the afflicted. c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi n1 d av-jc p-acp dt j-vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1751 So that as the Apostle speaks concerning the repenting Corinthian (1 Epist. Cor. 2.6, 7.) Sufficient to such a man is this punishment which was inflicted of many, So that as the Apostle speaks Concerning the repenting Corinthian (1 Epistle Cor. 2.6, 7.) Sufficient to such a man is this punishment which was inflicted of many, av cst p-acp dt n1 vvz vvg dt vvg np1 (crd np1 np1 crd, crd) j p-acp d dt n1 vbz d n1 r-crq vbds vvn pp-f d, (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1752 so that contrariwise ye ought rather to forgive him and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow; so that contrariwise you ought rather to forgive him and Comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow; av cst av pn22 vmd av-c pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31, cs av d dt pi vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp av n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1753 so Jobs friends (according to this Exposition) are brought in speaking the same sence; so Jobs Friends (according to this Exposition) Are brought in speaking the same sense; av n2 n2 (vvg p-acp d n1) vbr vvn p-acp vvg dt d n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1754 Sufficient to him is that punishment which hath been inflicted on him by one, even by God, Sufficient to him is that punishment which hath been inflicted on him by one, even by God, j p-acp pno31 vbz cst n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp crd, av p-acp np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1755 so that contrariwise we ought rather to comfort him, lest he should be swallowed up with evermuch sorrow. so that contrariwise we ought rather to Comfort him, lest he should be swallowed up with evermuch sorrow. av cst av pns12 vmd av-c pc-acp vvi pno31, cs pns31 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp av n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 281 Page 90
1756 Secondly, Others give their meaning thus rigidly; Secondly, Others give their meaning thus rigidly; ord, ng2-jn vvb po32 n1 av av-j; (7) chapter (DIV2) 282 Page 90
1757 We think it our wisdome to say no more, but to remit or give him up to God, We think it our Wisdom to say no more, but to remit or give him up to God, pns12 vvb pn31 po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dx av-dc, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 282 Page 90
1758 as a man that is obstinate and will not be convinced. as a man that is obstinate and will not be convinced. c-acp dt n1 cst vbz j cc vmb xx vbi vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 282 Page 90
1759 Elihu told them a little before that none had convinced Job; and here they are represented, saying, we indeed have left him to God, Elihu told them a little before that none had convinced Job; and Here they Are represented, saying, we indeed have left him to God, np1 vvd pno32 dt j p-acp d pi vhd vvn n1; cc av pns32 vbr vvn, vvg, pns12 av vhb vvn pno31 p-acp np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 282 Page 90
1760 as unconvincible by us, and therefore, God must thrust him downe, not man; there is a truth in this. as unconvincible by us, and Therefore, God must thrust him down, not man; there is a truth in this. c-acp j p-acp pno12, cc av, np1 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp, xx n1; a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d. (7) chapter (DIV2) 282 Page 90
1761 Some men are so obstinate in their wayes, though evill, and sti•fe in their opinions, some men Are so obstinate in their ways, though evil, and sti•fe in their opinions, d n2 vbr av j p-acp po32 n2, cs j-jn, cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 282 Page 90
1762 though grossest errors, that there is no more dealing with them, such as these are past mans skill to recall or reclaime, they must be left to God. though Grossest errors, that there is no more dealing with them, such as these Are past men skill to Recall or reclaim, they must be left to God. cs js n2, cst pc-acp vbz dx av-dc vvg p-acp pno32, d c-acp d vbr j ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 282 Page 90
1763 As in extreame dangerous cases of travel in child-birth, the good women sigh and give over, saying, This is not womans worke, we must leave her to the man; As in extreme dangerous cases of travel in childbirth, the good women sighs and give over, saying, This is not woman's work, we must leave her to the man; p-acp p-acp j-jn j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, dt j n2 vvb cc vvi a-acp, vvg, d vbz xx ng1 n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 282 Page 90
1764 So in dealing with some men, after long labour and no successe, we must even say, This is not mans worke, he must be left to God, who alone can thrust him downe, man cannot. So in dealing with Some men, After long labour and no success, we must even say, This is not men work, he must be left to God, who alone can thrust him down, man cannot. av p-acp vvg p-acp d n2, p-acp j n1 cc dx n1, pns12 vmb av vvi, d vbz xx ng1 n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, r-crq av-j vmb vvi pno31 a-acp, n1 vmbx. (7) chapter (DIV2) 282 Page 90
1765 Thirdly, That which is, I conceive, chiefly intended, take thus; Thirdly, That which is, I conceive, chiefly intended, take thus; ord, cst r-crq vbz, pns11 vvb, av-jn vvn, vvb av; (7) chapter (DIV2) 283 Page 90
1766 I (saith Elihu ) have undertaken after long waiting and expectance to shew mine opinion, Lest ye should say, we have found out wisdome; I (Says Elihu) have undertaken After long waiting and expectance to show mine opinion, Lest you should say, we have found out Wisdom; pns11 (vvz np1) vhb vvn a-acp av-j vvg cc n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1, cs pn22 vmd vvi, pns12 vhb vvn av n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 283 Page 90
1767 That is, an argument so strongly concluding Job a wicked man, that no wise man can object against it. That is, an argument so strongly concluding Job a wicked man, that no wise man can Object against it. cst vbz, dt n1 av av-j vvg np1 dt j n1, cst dx j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 283 Page 90
1768 But what was that irreftagable argument, by which Jobs friends hoped to conclude him, and stop his mouth for ever? Surely that which followeth in this verse, God thrusteth him downe, not man; But what was that irreftagable argument, by which Jobs Friends hoped to conclude him, and stop his Mouth for ever? Surely that which follows in this verse, God thrusts him down, not man; p-acp r-crq vbds d j n1, p-acp r-crq n2 n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi po31 n1 c-acp av? np1 cst r-crq vvz p-acp d n1, np1 vvz pno31 a-acp, xx n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 283 Page 91
1769 That Jobs friends layd the maine ground-worke of their hard opinion concerning him in the dealings of God with him, is evident by what hath been shewed from many passages quite through the Booke; That Jobs Friends laid the main groundwork of their hard opinion Concerning him in the dealings of God with him, is evident by what hath been showed from many passages quite through the Book; cst n2 n2 vvd dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n1 vvg pno31 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, vbz j p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp d n2 av p-acp dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 283 Page 91
1770 All which may be resolved into the sence, now given, of this one, God thrusteth him downe, not man, and therefore he is a wicked man, Hence observe. All which may be resolved into the sense, now given, of this one, God thrusts him down, not man, and Therefore he is a wicked man, Hence observe. d r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, av vvn, pp-f d crd, np1 vvz pno31 a-acp, xx n1, cc av pns31 vbz dt j n1, av vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 283 Page 91
1771 First, The afflictions and thrustings downe of some men are ominently from the hand of God. First, The afflictions and thrustings down of Some men Are ominently from the hand of God. ord, dt n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp pp-f d n2 vbr av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 284 Page 91
1772 Every affliction is from God, but some are more from God. Every affliction is from God, but Some Are more from God. d n1 vbz p-acp np1, cc-acp d vbr av-dc p-acp np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1773 As God is more visibly seene in the lifting up of some men, so in the casting downe of others. As God is more visibly seen in the lifting up of Some men, so in the casting down of Others. p-acp np1 vbz av-dc av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f d n2, av p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f n2-jn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1774 Every man that is lifted up, is lifted up by the hand of God; 'Tis the most High, who one way or other, setteth any man on high; Every man that is lifted up, is lifted up by the hand of God; It's the most High, who one Way or other, sets any man on high; np1 n1 cst vbz vvn a-acp, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pn31|vbz dt av-ds j, r-crq crd n1 cc n-jn, vvz d n1 p-acp j; (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1775 but in setting up some men on high, his workings are so high, that every man may see them and say, The finger of God is there, the hand of God hath done it. but in setting up Some men on high, his workings Are so high, that every man may see them and say, The finger of God is there, the hand of God hath done it. cc-acp p-acp vvg a-acp d n2 p-acp j, po31 n2 vbr av j, cst d n1 vmb vvi pno32 cc vvb, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz a-acp, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vdn pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1776 'Tis thus also in thrusting men downe; It's thus also in thrusting men down; pn31|vbz av av p-acp vvg n2 a-acp; (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1777 every affliction, every thrusting downe, is from God, there is a hand of God in it; every affliction, every thrusting down, is from God, there is a hand of God in it; d n1, d vvg a-acp, vbz p-acp np1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1778 for as Eliphaz spake ( Chap. 5.6.) Affliction comes not forth of the dust, nor doth trouble spring out of the ground. for as Eliphaz spoke (Chap. 5.6.) Affliction comes not forth of the dust, nor does trouble spring out of the ground. c-acp c-acp np1 vvd (np1 crd.) n1 vvz xx av pp-f dt n1, ccx vdz n1 vvi av pp-f dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1779 Whence then are troubles? Surely they drop downe from heaven; Whence then Are Troubles? Surely they drop down from heaven; q-crq av vbr n2? av-j pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1780 they are from the earth as to the contracting of them, but from heaven as to the contriving of them. they Are from the earth as to the contracting of them, but from heaven as to the contriving of them. pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32, cc-acp p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32. (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1781 Yet there are some troubles which fall from heaven more apparently then others doe; Yet there Are Some Troubles which fallen from heaven more apparently then Others do; av a-acp vbr d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp n1 av-dc av-j cs n2-jn vdb; (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1782 That is, there is more of God, more of the hand of God in such a dispensation, That is, there is more of God, more of the hand of God in such a Dispensation, cst vbz, pc-acp vbz dc pp-f np1, dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1783 then there is in others, though there be a hand of God in every one: therefore say Jobs friends, God thrusts him downe, and not man; then there is in Others, though there be a hand of God in every one: Therefore say Jobs Friends, God thrusts him down, and not man; cs pc-acp vbz p-acp n2-jn, cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d crd: av vvb n2 n2, np1 vvz pno31 a-acp, cc xx n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1784 this mans afflictions are mighty stroakes from heaven. this men afflictions Are mighty Strokes from heaven. d ng1 n2 vbr j n2 p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1785 For though God hath raised up and used instruments against him, yet himselfe hath appeared most against him. Secondly, Observe. For though God hath raised up and used Instruments against him, yet himself hath appeared most against him. Secondly, Observe. p-acp cs np1 vhz vvn a-acp cc vvn n2 p-acp pno31, av px31 vhz vvn ds p-acp pno31. ord, vvb. (7) chapter (DIV2) 285 Page 91
1786 Those afflictions wherein God doth eminently appeare against a man, se••• to beare the greatest witnesse against him of his sinfulnesse or wickednesse. Those afflictions wherein God does eminently appear against a man, se••• to bear the greatest witness against him of his sinfulness or wickedness. d n2 c-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, n1 pc-acp vvi dt js n1 p-acp pno31 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 286 Page 91
1787 That was the scope of Jobs friends, This is, say they, an undeniable argument, that the man is wicked, That was the scope of Jobs Friends, This is, say they, an undeniable argument, that the man is wicked, cst vbds dt n1 pp-f n2 n2, d vbz, vvb pns32, dt j n1, cst dt n1 vbz j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 287 Page 91
1788 because there is such an eminent hand of God upon him. Because there is such an eminent hand of God upon him. c-acp pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 287 Page 91
1789 This was the foundation upon which they built all their severall censures of him, yea, their hardest sentences against him. This was the Foundation upon which they built all their several censures of him, yea, their Hardest sentences against him. d vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd d po32 j n2 pp-f pno31, uh, po32 js n2 p-acp pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 287 Page 92
1790 And there is a faire probability in this way of arguing upon soure Considerations. First, It may be urged, thus; And there is a fair probability in this Way of arguing upon sour Considerations. First, It may be urged, thus; cc pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp j n2. ord, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, av; (7) chapter (DIV2) 287 Page 92
1791 God is just, (men indeed are often unjust and unrighteous in the evill which they bring upon others; God is just, (men indeed Are often unjust and unrighteous in the evil which they bring upon Others; np1 vbz j, (n2 av vbr av j cc j-u p-acp dt n-jn r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n2-jn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 288 Page 92
1792 but God is just) and therefore he would not lay his hand upon any man in this manner, but God is just) and Therefore he would not lay his hand upon any man in this manner, cc-acp np1 vbz j) cc av pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 288 Page 92
1793 unlesse he were a wicked man. unless he were a wicked man. cs pns31 vbdr dt j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 288 Page 92
1794 Surely his iniquity hath found him out, whom the hand of God hath thus found out. Surely his iniquity hath found him out, whom the hand of God hath thus found out. np1 po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 av, ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av vvn av. (7) chapter (DIV2) 288 Page 92
1795 Secondly, God is mercifull, he is gracious, ( Lament. 3.33.) He doth not afflict willingly, Secondly, God is merciful, he is gracious, (Lament. 3.33.) He does not afflict willingly, ord, np1 vbz j, pns31 vbz j, (vvb. crd.) pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 289 Page 92
1796 nor grieve the Children of men. Now, if God hath declared himselfe so unwilling to grieve the Children of men, surely, nor grieve the Children of men. Now, if God hath declared himself so unwilling to grieve the Children of men, surely, ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. av, cs np1 vhz vvn px31 av j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, av-j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 289 Page 92
1797 when we see him so willingly grieve a man, as he hath grieved this or that man, may we not say, he is a wicked man? Judgement is called Gods strange worke, but in judging some he acteth as if judgement were his proper worke, as if he were in his Element when he is laying heavie stroaks on their backs; when we see him so willingly grieve a man, as he hath grieved this or that man, may we not say, he is a wicked man? Judgement is called God's strange work, but in judging Some he Acts as if judgement were his proper work, as if he were in his Element when he is laying heavy Strokes on their backs; c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 av av-j vvi dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn d cc d n1, vmb pns12 xx vvi, pns31 vbz dt j n1? n1 vbz vvn npg1 j n1, p-acp p-acp vvg d pns31 vvz c-acp cs n1 vbdr po31 j n1, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvg j n2 p-acp po32 n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 289 Page 92
1798 therefore may we not conclude such among the wicked? Thirdly, God is wise; he cannot be deceived concerning any man; Therefore may we not conclude such among the wicked? Thirdly, God is wise; he cannot be deceived Concerning any man; av vmb pns12 xx vvi d p-acp dt j? ord, np1 vbz j; pns31 vmbx vbi vvn vvg d n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 289 Page 92
1799 therefore there is some great reason why he afflicts, and what reason can more probably be given of a great affliction, Therefore there is Some great reason why he afflicts, and what reason can more probably be given of a great affliction, av a-acp vbz d j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, cc r-crq n1 vmb av-dc av-j vbi vvn pp-f dt j n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 290 Page 92
1800 then some great sin? As God is so true that he will not deceive any man, then Some great since? As God is so true that he will not deceive any man, cs d j n1? p-acp np1 vbz av j cst pns31 vmb xx vvi d n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 290 Page 92
1801 so he is so wise that he cannot be deceived in any man. He cannot misse his mark, nor fall upon a wrong subject in his dispensations; so he is so wise that he cannot be deceived in any man. He cannot miss his mark, nor fallen upon a wrong Subject in his dispensations; av pns31 vbz av j cst pns31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n1. pns31 vmbx vvi po31 n1, ccx vvi p-acp dt n-jn j-jn p-acp po31 n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 290 Page 92
1802 therefore we have faire warrant to say, that a man against whom God appeares so much, appeares very foule to him, what ever faire appearances he may have among men. Therefore we have fair warrant to say, that a man against whom God appears so much, appears very foul to him, what ever fair appearances he may have among men. av pns12 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz av av-d, vvz av j p-acp pno31, r-crq av j n2 pns31 vmb vhi p-acp n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 290 Page 92
1803 Fourthly, Take this Consideration also, when men afflict their brethren, they often do it either out of resolved malice, or in heat of revenge; Fourthly, Take this Consideration also, when men afflict their brothers, they often do it either out of resolved malice, or in heat of revenge; ord, vvb d n1 av, c-crq n2 vvb po32 n2, pns32 av vdb pn31 av-d av pp-f j-vvn n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 92
1804 but God cannot do it with such a spirit, nor from such principles; The highest acts of revenge in God, are but the awards of Justice. but God cannot do it with such a Spirit, nor from such principles; The highest acts of revenge in God, Are but the awards of justice. cc-acp np1 vmbx vdi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, ccx p-acp d n2; dt js n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vbr p-acp dt vvz pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 92
1805 Againe, Men will afflict others out of envie, or to ease themselves; Again, Men will afflict Others out of envy, or to ease themselves; av, n2 vmb vvi n2-jn av pp-f vvi, cc pc-acp vvi px32; (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 92
1806 as the Apostle speaks of parents chastning their children ( Heb: 12.9, 10.) We have had fathers of our flesh, which have corrected us, as the Apostle speaks of Parents chastening their children (Hebrew: 12.9, 10.) We have had Father's of our Flesh, which have corrected us, c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f n2 vvg po32 n2 (n1: crd, crd) pns12 vhb vhn n2 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vhb vvn pno12, (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 92
1826 for an example of suffering affliction and of patience. for an Exampl of suffering affliction and of patience. p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 cc pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1827 The Prophets have suffered affliction, and God hath let them suffer, that they might be patternes of suffering; The prophets have suffered affliction, and God hath let them suffer, that they might be patterns of suffering; dt n2 vhb vvn n1, cc np1 vhz vvn pno32 vvi, cst pns32 vmd vbi n2 pp-f n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1807 and we gave them reverence, shall we not much more be in subjection to the father of spirits and live? For they verily for a few dayes chastned us after their owne pleasure, or (as that text may more clearely be rendred out of the original Greek) as it seemed good to them, or as they thought good; and we gave them Reverence, shall we not much more be in subjection to the father of spirits and live? For they verily for a few days chastened us After their own pleasure, or (as that text may more clearly be rendered out of the original Greek) as it seemed good to them, or as they Thought good; cc pns12 vvd pno32 n1, vmb pns12 xx av-d dc vbb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc vvi? p-acp pns32 av-j p-acp dt d n2 vvn pno12 p-acp po32 d n1, cc (c-acp d n1 vmb av-dc av-j vbi vvn av pp-f dt j-jn jp) p-acp pn31 vvd j p-acp pno32, cc c-acp pns32 vvd j; (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 92
1808 As if he had said, They will doe it upon their naturall prerogative, or the right of paternity, without giving any account; As if he had said, They will do it upon their natural prerogative, or the right of paternity, without giving any account; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvd, pns32 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp po32 j n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1, p-acp vvg d n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 93
1809 Yea, a father will afflict and chasten his child sometimes (in another sence) for his pleasure; That is, to vent his passion, and ease himselfe: Yea, a father will afflict and chasten his child sometime (in Another sense) for his pleasure; That is, to vent his passion, and ease himself: uh, dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi po31 n1 av (p-acp j-jn n1) p-acp po31 n1; cst vbz, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvi px31: (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 93
1810 but God never chastneth us in passion, no• ever purely upon prerogative, but with a respect also to our spirituall (which is the best) profit, and for our good. but God never Chasteneth us in passion, no• ever purely upon prerogative, but with a respect also to our spiritual (which is the best) profit, and for our good. cc-acp np1 av-x vvz pno12 p-acp n1, n1 av av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 av p-acp po12 j (r-crq vbz dt js) n1, cc p-acp po12 j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 93
1811 Now among the good things which God aymeth at in afflicting any man, this is nor the least, the purging out of his evills. Now among the good things which God aimeth At in afflicting any man, this is nor the least, the purging out of his evils. av p-acp dt j n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp p-acp vvg d n1, d vbz cc dt ds, dt n-vvg av pp-f po31 n2-jn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 93
1812 And therefore when we cannot ascribe the chastisement of man to man, but to God alone, 'tis a witness against him, at least, it drawes a suspition upon him of some great sinfulness lodged in him, And Therefore when we cannot ascribe the chastisement of man to man, but to God alone, it's a witness against him, At least, it draws a suspicion upon him of Some great sinfulness lodged in him, cc av c-crq pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp np1 av-j, pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp ds, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31 pp-f d j n1 vvn p-acp pno31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 93
1813 or sinfull wayes walked in by him. Thirdly, Observe. or sinful ways walked in by him. Thirdly, Observe. cc j n2 vvd p-acp p-acp pno31. ord, vvb. (7) chapter (DIV2) 291 Page 93
1814 It is no Concluding argument against any man that he is wicked, because God afflicts him immediately; It is no Concluding argument against any man that he is wicked, Because God afflicts him immediately; pn31 vbz dx vvg n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vbz j, c-acp np1 vvz pno31 av-j; (7) chapter (DIV2) 292 Page 93
1815 or, how much soever the hand of God appeares in an affliction, 'tis no concluding argument against the afflicted. or, how much soever the hand of God appears in an affliction, it's no concluding argument against the afflicted. cc, c-crq av-d av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz dx vvg n1 p-acp dt j-vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 292 Page 93
1816 'Tis one principall scope intended by Elihu in this discourse, to shew that there were other causes & reasons of Gods afflicting Job, or any man else besides him. It's one principal scope intended by Elihu in this discourse, to show that there were other Causes & Reasons of God's afflicting Job, or any man Else beside him. pn31|vbz pi j-jn n1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbdr j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vvg np1, cc d n1 av p-acp pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1817 And that we should not make Conclusions, that the greatest sufferers, are the greatest sinners. For first, though indeed God threatneth to punish the wicked, who wilfully transgresse his Law, And that we should not make Conclusions, that the greatest sufferers, Are the greatest Sinners. For First, though indeed God threatens to Punish the wicked, who wilfully transgress his Law, cc cst pns12 vmd xx vvi n2, cst dt js n2, vbr dt js n2. p-acp ord, cs av np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j, r-crq av-j vvi po31 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1818 yet he afflicts many, without respect to wickednesse. yet he afflicts many, without respect to wickedness. av pns31 vvz d, p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1819 Secondly, though God threatens the wicked only or chiefely at least, yet he reserves a liberty to try the innocent; Secondly, though God threatens the wicked only or chiefly At least, yet he reserves a liberty to try the innocent; ord, cs np1 vvz dt j j cc av-jn p-acp ds, av pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1820 yea, as Job saith in the 9th Chapter, He laughs at the triall of the innocent; yea, as Job Says in the 9th Chapter, He laughs At the trial of the innocent; uh, c-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1821 And therefore the most innocent are most tryed. And Therefore the most innocent Are most tried. cc av dt av-ds j-jn vbr av-ds vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1822 I have had occasion more then once to shew why they are most or so much tryed. I have had occasion more then once to show why they Are most or so much tried. pns11 vhb vhn n1 av-dc cs a-acp pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vbr av-ds cc av av-d vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1823 First, for the exercise of their faith; Secondly, for the improvement of their patience; thirdly, to humble them; First, for the exercise of their faith; Secondly, for the improvement of their patience; Thirdly, to humble them; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; ord, pc-acp vvi pno32; (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1824 Fourthly, sometimes to set them up for examples to others; Fourthly, sometime to Set them up for Examples to Others; ord, av pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp n2-jn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1825 as the Apostle James speaks ( Chap. 5.10.) Take my Brethren, the Prophets, who have spoken in the name of the Lord, as the Apostle James speaks (Chap. 5.10.) Take my Brothers, the prophets, who have spoken in the name of the Lord, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz (np1 crd.) vvb po11 n2, dt n2, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1828 and 'tis so in many other instances; Fifthly, God doth it to mortifie their corruptions; Sixthly, to prevent future transgressions, he hedgeth up their way with thornes; and it's so in many other instances; Fifthly, God does it to mortify their corruptions; Sixthly, to prevent future transgressions, he hedgeth up their Way with thorns; cc pn31|vbz av p-acp d j-jn n2; ord, np1 vdz pn31 pc-acp vvi po32 n2; j, pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, pns31 vvz a-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 93
1829 Seventhly, to discover or gaine a testimony of their sincerity. Seventhly, to discover or gain a testimony of their sincerity. crd, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 94
1830 They serve Christ to purpose, who can suffer while they serve, and bleed under his crosse, They serve christ to purpose, who can suffer while they serve, and bleed under his cross, pns32 vvb np1 p-acp n1, r-crq vmb vvi cs pns32 vvb, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 94
1831 while they sweat under his yoke. while they sweat under his yoke. cs pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 94
1832 Surely then, there is no concluding against any man that he is a son of Behal, or hath cast off the yoke of Christ, Surely then, there is no concluding against any man that he is a son of Behal, or hath cast off the yoke of christ, np1 av, pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vhz vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 94
1833 because Christ burdeneth him with his crosse. Because christ burdeneth him with his cross. c-acp np1 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 94
1834 Yet this was the great Maxime, which Jobs friends insisted upon, He must needs be a wicked man, Yet this was the great Maxim, which Jobs Friends insisted upon, He must needs be a wicked man, av d vbds dt j n1, r-crq n2 n2 vvd p-acp, pns31 vmb av vbi dt j n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 94
1835 because the Lord had thrust him downe, not man. Because the Lord had thrust him down, not man. c-acp dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 a-acp, xx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 293 Page 94
1836 But when we see good men thrust downe by the hand of God, there is a better use to be made of it, But when we see good men thrust down by the hand of God, there is a better use to be made of it, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb j n2 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pn31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1837 then to judge them, and that is to be watchfull over our selves, lest we put a rod into the hand of God to chasten us, then to judge them, and that is to be watchful over our selves, lest we put a rod into the hand of God to chasten us, cs pc-acp vvi pno32, cc d vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n2, cs pns12 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno12, (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1838 or a sword into his hand to wound us. or a sword into his hand to wound us. cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12. (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1839 For as Christ spake ( Luke 23.33.) If it be thus done to the greene tree, what shall be done to the dry? If Christ suffered so much, who was a greene flourishing fruit-bearing tree, what may we who are dry and barren trees? Or take the meere sons of men, some of them comparatively to others, are as greene trees flourishing in grace and holinesse, who yet are under sore affliction; For as christ spoke (Lycia 23.33.) If it be thus done to the green tree, what shall be done to the dry? If christ suffered so much, who was a green flourishing Fruit bearing tree, what may we who Are dry and barren trees? Or take the mere Sons of men, Some of them comparatively to Others, Are as green trees flourishing in grace and holiness, who yet Are under soar affliction; p-acp c-acp np1 vvd (av crd.) cs pn31 vbb av vdn p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt j? cs np1 vvd av av-d, r-crq vbds dt j-jn j-vvg j n1, r-crq vmb pns12 r-crq vbr j cc j n2? cc vvb dt j n2 pp-f n2, d pp-f pno32 av-j p-acp n2-jn, vbr a-acp j-jn n2 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq av vbr p-acp j n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1840 and if this be done to a greene tree, what shall be done to those who are but dry barren fruitless trees, and if this be done to a green tree, what shall be done to those who Are but dry barren fruitless trees, cc cs d vbb vdn p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp d r-crq vbr cc-acp j j j n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1841 yea, trees that bring forth evill fruit. The Apostle (1 Pet. 4.17.) gives a sutable caution; yea, trees that bring forth evil fruit. The Apostle (1 Pet. 4.17.) gives a suitable caution; uh, n2 cst vvb av j-jn n1. dt n1 (vvd np1 crd.) vvz dt j n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1842 If Judgement begin at the house of God (he does not say at the Temple of Idolls, If Judgement begin At the house of God (he does not say At the Temple of Idols, cs n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1843 But if it begin at the house of God) what will the end be of those that obey not the Gospel! But if it begin At the house of God) what will the end be of those that obey not the Gospel! cc-acp cs pn31 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) q-crq vmb dt n1 vbb pp-f d cst vvb xx dt n1! (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1844 Let others looke to it when they see God afflicting his people, when they see God bringing such troubles into his owne house, what troubles may they expect, who are indeed but a den of theeves, Let Others look to it when they see God afflicting his people, when they see God bringing such Troubles into his own house, what Troubles may they expect, who Are indeed but a den of thieves, vvb n2-jn vvb p-acp pn31 c-crq pns32 vvb np1 vvg po31 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb np1 vvg d n2 p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq n2 vmb pns32 vvi, r-crq vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1845 and whose houses are, yea who themselves are as a Cage of uncleane birds? Thus we see the great argument disproved, which Jobs friends used to prove him wicked, and whose houses Are, yea who themselves Are as a Cage of unclean Birds? Thus we see the great argument disproved, which Jobs Friends used to prove him wicked, cc rg-crq n2 vbr, uh r-crq px32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2? av pns12 vvb dt j n1 vvn, r-crq n2 n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1846 because God did thrust him downe, not man. And, saith Elihu, this is it you say and boast of, as your wisdome; Because God did thrust him down, not man. And, Says Elihu, this is it you say and boast of, as your Wisdom; c-acp np1 vdd vvi pno31 a-acp, xx n1. cc, vvz np1, d vbz pn31 pn22 vvi cc n1 pp-f, c-acp po22 n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1847 but indeed you have not convinced Job, no not by this. What you have taken for a demonstration, is but a fallacy. but indeed you have not convinced Job, no not by this. What you have taken for a demonstration, is but a fallacy. cc-acp av pn22 vhb xx vvn np1, dx xx p-acp d. r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1848 And though I might wave mine owne trouble in shewing that it is so, because I am not the man (but ye are the men) to whom Job hath shaped his whole discourse, And though I might wave mine own trouble in showing that it is so, Because I am not the man (but you Are the men) to whom Job hath shaped his Whole discourse, cc cs pns11 vmd vvi po11 d n1 p-acp vvg cst pn31 vbz av, c-acp pns11 vbm xx dt n1 (cc-acp pn22 vbr dt n2) pc-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 j-jn n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1849 yet I cannot forbeare to doe it, only I promise you, I will not tread in your steps, yet I cannot forbear to do it, only I promise you, I will not tread in your steps, av pns11 vmbx vvi pc-acp vdi pn31, av-j pns11 vvb pn22, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp po22 n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1850 nor take up your method in doing it. That's the summe of the words which follow. nor take up your method in doing it. That's the sum of the words which follow. ccx vvb a-acp po22 n1 p-acp vdg pn31. d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq vvb. (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 94
1851 Vers. 14. Now he hath not directed his words against me, neineither will I answer him with your speeches. Vers. 14. Now he hath not directed his words against me, neineither will I answer him with your Speeches. np1 crd av pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 n2 p-acp pno11, av vmb pns11 vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 294 Page 95
1852 In this verse Elihu speakes Negatively in two things; First, He tells us, that Job had not spoken professedly, nor directly to him. In this verse Elihu speaks Negatively in two things; First, He tells us, that Job had not spoken professedly, nor directly to him. p-acp d n1 np1 vvz av-j p-acp crd n2; ord, pns31 vvz pno12, cst n1 vhd xx vvn av-vvn, ccx av-j p-acp pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 295 Page 95
1853 Secondly, he tells us, how he would not deale with Job; that is, not as his friends before had done. Secondly, he tells us, how he would not deal with Job; that is, not as his Friends before had done. ord, pns31 vvz pno12, c-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1; cst vbz, xx p-acp po31 n2 a-acp vhd vdn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 295 Page 95
1854 Now he hath not directed his words against me. Now he hath not directed his words against me. av pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 n2 p-acp pno11. (7) chapter (DIV2) 295 Page 95
1855 As if Elihu had said, I confesse I have not been at all spoken to all this while, As if Elihu had said, I confess I have not been At all spoken to all this while, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb pns11 vhb xx vbn p-acp d vvn p-acp d d n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 296 Page 95
1856 unlesse in common with all the Auditory, and therefore might well enough looke upon my selfe as unconcern'd in this matter. unless in Common with all the Auditory, and Therefore might well enough look upon my self as unconcerned in this matter. cs p-acp j p-acp d dt j, cc av vmd av av-d vvi p-acp po11 n1 c-acp vvn p-acp d n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 296 Page 95
1857 The word here used to direct, hath a great elegancy in it, and may be an allusion; The word Here used to Direct, hath a great elegancy in it, and may be an allusion; dt n1 av vvn pc-acp vvi, vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, cc vmb vbi dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1858 First, to an Archer who aymes at, or directs his arrow to the marke. First, to an Archer who aims At, or directs his arrow to the mark. ord, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1859 Secondly, to a Warrier, especially a Commander in warre, who sets his men in battel array against the enemy; Secondly, to a Warrior, especially a Commander in war, who sets his men in battle array against the enemy; ord, p-acp dt n1, av-j dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz po31 n2 p-acp n1 n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1860 As if Elihu had said, Job hath not aymed at me, nor hath he ordered or set his words in order to opprsse me. As if Elihu had said, Job hath not aimed At me, nor hath he ordered or Set his words in order to opprsse me. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno11, cc vhz pns31 vvn cc vvd po31 n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno11. (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1861 Job hath not drawne up his forces, nor set himselfe in array against me, but against you; Job hath not drawn up his forces, nor Set himself in array against me, but against you; np1 vhz xx vvn a-acp po31 n2, ccx vvd px31 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, cc-acp p-acp pn22; (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1862 And so perhaps that hate and bitterness of spirit, which you have contracted by this long-continued debate with Job, hath given you occasion prudently to withdraw, And so perhaps that hate and bitterness of Spirit, which you have contracted by this long-continued debate with Job, hath given you occasion prudently to withdraw, cc av av d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp np1, vhz vvn pn22 n1 av-j pc-acp vvi, (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1863 and forbeare the entertainment of any further discourse with him. Yea; and forbear the entertainment of any further discourse with him. Yea; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d jc n1 p-acp pno31. uh; (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1864 possibly ye are now fallen into a deep contempt of him, as a man forsaken of God, possibly you Are now fallen into a deep contempt of him, as a man forsaken of God, av-j pn22 vbr av vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno31, c-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1865 and therefore to be no more dealt with by man. But there is not the like reason for me to forbeare speaking with him; and Therefore to be no more dealt with by man. But there is not the like reason for me to forbear speaking with him; cc av pc-acp vbi dx av-dc vvn p-acp p-acp n1. p-acp pc-acp vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp pno31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1866 seeing as he hath not at all opposed me, so I am not at all disturb'd in my owne thoughts about him, seeing as he hath not At all opposed me, so I am not At all disturbed in my own thoughts about him, vvg c-acp pns31 vhz xx p-acp d vvd pno11, av pns11 vbm xx p-acp d vvn p-acp po11 d n2 p-acp pno31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1867 nor is my spirit imbittered with any unidictive motions against him; and shall therefore enter the lists of this disputation, with a peaceable and quiet minde; nor is my Spirit imbittered with any unidictive motions against him; and shall Therefore enter the lists of this disputation, with a peaceable and quiet mind; ccx vbz po11 n1 vvn p-acp d j n2 p-acp pno31; cc vmb av vvi dt n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1868 or rather I shall (being a person every way unprejudic'd) doe my best endeavour to moderate and compose this great difference between you. or rather I shall (being a person every Way unprejudiced) doe my best endeavour to moderate and compose this great difference between you. cc av-c pns11 vmb (vbg dt n1 d n1 j) n1 po11 js n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n1 p-acp pn22. (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1869 Now he hath not directed his words against me, &c. Hence note. First, Our words should be well ordered. Now he hath not directed his words against me, etc. Hence note. First, Our words should be well ordered. av pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 n2 p-acp pno11, av av vvi. ord, po12 n2 vmd vbi av vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 297 Page 95
1870 They should be drawne up like a wel disciplin'd Army, in ranke and file. Confusion in words is as bad as confusion in things; They should be drawn up like a well disciplined Army, in rank and file. Confusion in words is as bad as confusion in things; pns32 vmd vbi vvn a-acp av-j dt av vvn n1, p-acp n1 cc n1. n1 p-acp n2 vbz a-acp j c-acp n1 p-acp n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 299 Page 95
1871 Some heape up words, but they doe not rightly dispose nor order them; all they speake is out of joynt or frame. some heap up words, but they do not rightly dispose nor order them; all they speak is out of joint or frame. d n1 a-acp n2, cc-acp pns32 vdb xx av-jn vvi ccx n1 pno32; d pns32 vvb vbz av pp-f n1 cc n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 299 Page 96
1872 As a multitude or rout of men, doth not make an Army; we may see ten thousand men together, and yet no Army; As a multitude or rout of men, does not make an Army; we may see ten thousand men together, and yet no Army; p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vdz xx vvi dt n1; pns12 vmb vvi crd crd n2 av, cc av dx n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 299 Page 96
1873 why? because they are not in order or method, they are not under Discipline, and so they are but a confused throng, not an Host of men. why? Because they Are not in order or method, they Are not under Discipline, and so they Are but a confused throng, not an Host of men. q-crq? c-acp pns32 vbr xx p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vbr xx p-acp n1, cc av pns32 vbr p-acp dt j-vvn n1, xx dt n1 pp-f n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 299 Page 96
1874 And thus a great many words hudled and throng'd together, are of no more force nor use, And thus a great many words huddled and thronged together, Are of no more force nor use, cc av dt j d n2 vvn cc vvn av, vbr pp-f dx dc n1 ccx vvi, (7) chapter (DIV2) 299 Page 96
1875 then a number of men without order; Method is very good in every thing we doe, especially in what we speake; then a number of men without order; Method is very good in every thing we do, especially in what we speak; cs dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1; n1 vbz av j p-acp d n1 pns12 vdb, av-j p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb; (7) chapter (DIV2) 299 Page 96
1876 A speech rightly ordered, is like an Army rightly marshaled. A speech rightly ordered, is like an Army rightly marshaled. dt n1 av-jn vvn, vbz av-j dt n1 av-jn vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 299 Page 96
1877 A word fitly spoken, fitly as to the season of it, and fitly as to the joynting and disposing of it (we may take in both in that place of Solomon, A word fitly spoken) is like apples of gold in pictures of silver. A word fitly spoken, fitly as to the season of it, and fitly as to the jointing and disposing of it (we may take in both in that place of Solomon, A word fitly spoken) is like Apples of gold in pictures of silver. dt n1 av-j vvn, av-j c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc av-j c-acp p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f pn31 (pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp cst n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 av-j vvn) vbz j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 299 Page 96
1878 There is another thing considerable in this former part of the verse, Elihu (as was lately intimated) spake thus to shew he came to the dispute unprovoked; There is Another thing considerable in this former part of the verse, Elihu (as was lately intimated) spoke thus to show he Come to the dispute unprovoked; pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 j p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 (c-acp vbds av-j vvn) vvd av pc-acp vvi pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 vvn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 300 Page 96
1879 He hath not directed his words against me; he hath not toucht me. He hath not directed his words against me; he hath not touched me. pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 n2 p-acp pno11; pns31 vhz xx vvn pno11. (7) chapter (DIV2) 300 Page 96
1880 Ye indeed have been provoked by his words, he hath touched you often and often to the quicke, the indeed have been provoked by his words, he hath touched you often and often to the quick, dt av vhb vbn vvn p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vhz vvn pn22 av cc av p-acp dt j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 300 Page 96
1881 and this hath made you touchy, angry and passionate, and you have growne into heats; and this hath made you touchy, angry and passionate, and you have grown into heats; cc d vhz vvn pn22 j, j cc j, cc pn22 vhb vvn p-acp n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 300 Page 96
1882 but because he hath not directed his speech against me, therefore I shall come upon the stage, but Because he hath not directed his speech against me, Therefore I shall come upon the stage, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno11, av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 300 Page 96
1883 and enter this dispute with much coolness and temper. and enter this dispute with much coolness and temper. cc vvi d n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 300 Page 96
1884 In a word, I bring no passion against his person, as you (being stung by his words) have done. Hence note, Secondly. In a word, I bring no passion against his person, as you (being stung by his words) have done. Hence note, Secondly. p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb dx n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn22 (vbg vvn p-acp po31 n2) vhb vdn. av vvi, ord. (7) chapter (DIV2) 300 Page 96
1885 They who are not provoked, have no reason to speake provokingly. That's it which Elihu would have Job perswaded of; They who Are not provoked, have no reason to speak provokingly. That's it which Elihu would have Job persuaded of; pns32 r-crq vbr xx vvn, vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi j. d|vbz pn31 r-crq np1 vmd vhi n1 vvn pp-f; (7) chapter (DIV2) 301 Page 96
1886 we use to say, Speake when you are spoken to. Then surely we are not to speake otherwise, then we are spoken to; we use to say, Speak when you Are spoken to. Then surely we Are not to speak otherwise, then we Are spoken to; pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, vvb c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp. av av-j pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi av, cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp; (7) chapter (DIV2) 302 Page 96
1887 we must not give rayling for rayling, much lesse may we rayle when rayling is not given. we must not give railing for railing, much less may we rail when railing is not given. pns12 vmb xx vvi vvg p-acp n-vvg, av-d av-dc vmb pns12 vvi q-crq n-vvg vbz xx vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 302 Page 96
1888 He hath not directed his words against me. He hath not directed his words against me. pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 n2 p-acp pno11. (7) chapter (DIV2) 302 Page 96
1889 One of the Ancients Commenting upon this text, saith, Elihu discovers pride in this speech, He hath not directed his speech against me; One of the Ancients Commenting upon this text, Says, Elihu discovers pride in this speech, He hath not directed his speech against me; crd pp-f dt n2-j vvg p-acp d n1, vvz, np1 vvz n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno11; (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 96
1890 As if Elihu disdained to take notice of what was spoken to them; which (saith he) is the humor of a proud man; As if Elihu disdained to take notice of what was spoken to them; which (Says he) is the humour of a proud man; c-acp cs np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno32; q-crq (vvz pns31) vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 96
1891 who lookes not upon himselfe as engaged by any thing spoken, unlesse you speak personally and directly to him; who looks not upon himself as engaged by any thing spoken, unless you speak personally and directly to him; r-crq vvz xx p-acp px31 p-acp vvn p-acp d n1 vvn, cs pn22 vvb av-j cc av-j p-acp pno31; (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 97
1892 whereas Christ speaking personally to his Disciples only, would yet have all men see themselves spoken to ( Mark 13.34.) What I say to you, I say to all, watch. whereas christ speaking personally to his Disciples only, would yet have all men see themselves spoken to (Mark 13.34.) What I say to you, I say to all, watch. cs np1 vvg av-j p-acp po31 n2 av-j, vmd av vhi d n2 vvb px32 vvn p-acp (vvb crd.) q-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb p-acp d, n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 97
1893 Elihu should have taken what Job spake to his three friends, as spoken to all that were present, Elihu should have taken what Job spoke to his three Friends, as spoken to all that were present, np1 vmd vhi vvn r-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 crd n2, c-acp vvn p-acp d cst vbdr j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 97
1894 and so might well enough have spared this complement, as my Author conceives. But I passe that as a curiosity; and so might well enough have spared this compliment, as my Author conceives. But I pass that as a curiosity; cc av vmd av av-d vhb vvn d n1, c-acp po11 n1 vvz. p-acp pns11 vvb cst p-acp dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 97
1895 Especially because it appeares plainly enough, that Elihu, though the words were not spoken directly to him, Especially Because it appears plainly enough, that Elihu, though the words were not spoken directly to him, av-j c-acp pn31 vvz av-j d, cst np1, cs dt n2 vbdr xx vvn av-j p-acp pno31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 97
1896 yet did take himselfe to be much concerned; yet did take himself to be much concerned; av vdd vvi px31 pc-acp vbi av-d vvn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 97
1897 and therefore riseth up as a Moderator in this Controversie between Job and his three friends. and Therefore Riseth up as a Moderator in this Controversy between Job and his three Friends. cc av vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 cc po31 crd n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 97
1898 He hath not directed his words against me. Neither will I answer him with your speeches. He hath not directed his words against me. Neither will I answer him with your Speeches. pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 n2 p-acp pno11. av-d vmb pns11 vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 303 Page 97
1899 I will not goe your way, nor follow your example in this undertaking; I shall proceed upon other principles, and use other medium's then ye have done; I will not go your Way, nor follow your Exampl in this undertaking; I shall proceed upon other principles, and use other medium's then you have done; pns11 vmb xx vvi po22 n1, ccx vvb po22 n1 p-acp d n-vvg; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n2, cc vvb j-jn ng1 av pn22 vhb vdn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 304 Page 97
1900 such, I hope, as will be found much more effectuall, and attaine their end. We may take these words; such, I hope, as will be found much more effectual, and attain their end. We may take these words; d, pns11 vvb, c-acp vmb vbi vvn av-d av-dc j, cc vvi po32 n1. pns12 vmb vvi d n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 304 Page 97
1901 I will not answer him with your speeches, two wayes; First, as their speeches had too little light of reason in them; I will not answer him with your Speeches, two ways; First, as their Speeches had too little Light of reason in them; pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n2, crd n2; ord, c-acp po32 n2 vhd av j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (7) chapter (DIV2) 305 Page 97
1902 Secondly, as their speeches had too much fire of passion in them. As if he had sayd, I will use milder words and stronger arguments; Secondly, as their Speeches had too much fire of passion in them. As if he had said, I will use milder words and Stronger Arguments; ord, c-acp po32 n2 vhd av d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb vvi jc n2 cc jc n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 305 Page 97
1903 I utterly disapprove the course you have taken with him; and therefore I will neither insist upon your theame to condemne him for an hypocrite, I utterly disapprove the course you have taken with him; and Therefore I will neither insist upon your theme to condemn him for an hypocrite, pns11 av-j vvi dt n1 pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pno31; cc av pns11 vmb av-dx vvi p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 305 Page 97
1904 nor use your argument to prove it, because God hath thus sorely afflicted him; for I hold that a meere Sophisme. nor use your argument to prove it, Because God hath thus sorely afflicted him; for I hold that a mere Sophism. ccx vvb po22 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp np1 vhz av av-j vvn pno31; c-acp pns11 vvb cst dt j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 305 Page 97
1905 I will not answer him with your speeches; I will not answer him with your Speeches; pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 305 Page 97
1906 That is, with speeches which have so much passion, and so little true reason in them, That is, with Speeches which have so much passion, and so little true reason in them, cst vbz, p-acp n2 r-crq vhb av d n1, cc av av-j j n1 p-acp pno32, (7) chapter (DIV2) 305 Page 97
1907 as to the poynt in hand. For though Jobs friends had spoken many things of much weight and reason considered abstractly, as to the point in hand. For though Jobs Friends had spoken many things of much weight and reason considered abstractly, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. p-acp cs n2 n2 vhd vvn d n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1 vvn av-j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 305 Page 97
1908 or in Thesi, yet when it came to the hypothesis, as appliable to Jobs speciall case, or in Thessia, yet when it Come to the hypothesis, as appliable to Jobs special case, cc p-acp np1, av c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp j p-acp n2 j n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 305 Page 97
1909 then their speeches had little or no weight in them. So that in this profession Elihu seemes to promise these two things. then their Speeches had little or no weight in them. So that in this profession Elihu seems to promise these two things. cs po32 n2 vhd j cc dx n1 p-acp pno32. av cst p-acp d n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d crd n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 305 Page 97
1910 First, That he would use stronger arguments then they had done; First, That he would use Stronger Arguments then they had done; ord, cst pns31 vmd vvi jc n2 cs pns32 vhd vdn; (7) chapter (DIV2) 306 Page 97
1911 I will not use yours, that is, weake ones, I purpose to come better prepared to the Combate then you; I will not use yours, that is, weak ones, I purpose to come better prepared to the Combat then you; pns11 vmb xx vvb png22, cst vbz, j pi2, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av-jc vvn p-acp dt n1 cs pn22; (7) chapter (DIV2) 306 Page 97
1912 For though Elihu doth sometimes use such arguments as they, yet he doth not use them to their end to prove that Job acted rebelliously, For though Elihu does sometime use such Arguments as they, yet he does not use them to their end to prove that Job acted rebelliously, c-acp cs np1 vdz av vvi d n2 c-acp pns32, av pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 vvn av-j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 306 Page 97
1913 or like a wicked man against God, as they did: but to shew, that he carried himselfe too highly, or over-confidently towards God. or like a wicked man against God, as they did: but to show, that he carried himself too highly, or overconfident towards God. cc av-j dt j n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vdd: cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vvd px31 av av-j, cc j p-acp np1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 306 Page 98
1914 And this (as it appeares by the issue) tooke more upon Job then all his friends hard suspitions, charges, and accusations. And this (as it appears by the issue) took more upon Job then all his Friends hard suspicions, charges, and accusations. cc d (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1) vvd av-dc p-acp np1 av d po31 n2 j n2, n2, cc n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 306 Page 98
1915 This humbled him, this silenced him; he had nothing to returne, but sate downe convinced; This humbled him, this silenced him; he had nothing to return, but sat down convinced; np1 vvd pno31, d vvd pno31; pns31 vhd pix pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vvd a-acp vvd; (7) chapter (DIV2) 306 Page 98
1916 and therefore Elihu dealt with him in more strength of reason and divine authority then they had done. and Therefore Elihu dealt with him in more strength of reason and divine Authority then they had done. cc av np1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dc n1 pp-f n1 cc j-jn n1 cs pns32 vhd vdn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 306 Page 98
1917 Secondly, When Elihu saith, I will not answer him with your speeches, he seemes to engage that he would deale mildly, with him, or without passion; Secondly, When Elihu Says, I will not answer him with your Speeches, he seems to engage that he would deal mildly, with him, or without passion; ord, c-crq np1 vvz, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n2, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi av-j, p-acp pno31, cc p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 307 Page 98
1918 he would not use bitter words, but debate and argue the matter gently and meekly. he would not use bitter words, but debate and argue the matter gently and meekly. pns31 vmd xx vvi j n2, cc-acp n1 cc vvi dt n1 av-j cc av-j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 307 Page 98
1919 For though Elihu gave Job many severe reproofes, yet alwayes in a more friendly manner, not to prove that he had done wickedly, For though Elihu gave Job many severe reproofs, yet always in a more friendly manner, not to prove that he had done wickedly, p-acp cs np1 vvd np1 d j n2, av av p-acp dt av-dc j n1, xx pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vhd vdn av-j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 307 Page 98
1920 but to convince him that he had spoken overboldly; but to convince him that he had spoken overboldly; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 cst pns31 vhd vvn av-j; (7) chapter (DIV2) 307 Page 98
1921 or that while he was so zealous to defend his own innocency, he sometimes intrencht upon the soveraignty of God, in his eager and earnest desire of pleading his cause before him. or that while he was so zealous to defend his own innocency, he sometime entrenched upon the sovereignty of God, in his eager and earnest desire of pleading his cause before him. cc cst cs pns31 vbds av j pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, pns31 av vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 j cc j n1 pp-f vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 307 Page 98
1922 And surely it was but need that Job should have a man of a milder temper sent in to speake to him, else his spirit might have been quite over-whelm'd and sunke. And surely it was but need that Job should have a man of a milder temper sent in to speak to him, Else his Spirit might have been quite overwhelmed and sunk. cc av-j pn31 vbds p-acp n1 cst n1 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1 vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, av po31 n1 vmd vhi vbn av j cc vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 307 Page 98
1923 Nor was it without the speciall hand of God, that after this poore afflicted soule had been so hardly used, Nor was it without the special hand of God, that After this poor afflicted soul had been so hardly used, ccx vbds pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp d j j-vvn n1 vhd vbn av av vvn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 307 Page 98
1924 and so grievously censured by those rigid disputants, he should at last meere with a man more meeke and compassionate, in some measure, to mittigate and allay his sorrow. and so grievously censured by those rigid disputants, he should At last mere with a man more meek and compassionate, in Some measure, to mitigate and allay his sorrow. cc av av-j vvn p-acp d j n2, pns31 vmd p-acp ord j p-acp dt n1 av-dc j cc j, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 307 Page 98
1925 First, In that Elihu saith, I will not answer him with your speeches. Observe. First, In that Elihu Says, I will not answer him with your Speeches. Observe. ord, p-acp cst np1 vvz, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n2. vvb. (7) chapter (DIV2) 308 Page 98
1926 It is not good to imitate others in any thing they doe or speake which is not good. It is not good to imitate Others in any thing they do or speak which is not good. pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp d n1 pns32 vdb cc vvi r-crq vbz xx j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 309 Page 98
1927 We must not either act or speake by example, but by rule, or by example only so farre as it answers the rule. We must not either act or speak by Exampl, but by Rule, or by Exampl only so Far as it answers the Rule. pns12 vmb xx d n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 av-j av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 310 Page 98
1928 'Tis dangerous treading in their steps who tread awry. It's dangerous treading in their steps who tread awry. pn31|vbz j vvg p-acp po32 n2 r-crq vvb av. (7) chapter (DIV2) 310 Page 98
1929 When Paul found that Peter did not goe right, he was resolved not only not to follow him, When Paul found that Peter did not go right, he was resolved not only not to follow him, c-crq np1 vvd cst np1 vdd xx vvi j-jn, pns31 vbds vvn xx j xx pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 310 Page 98
1930 but to reprove him ( Gal. 2.14.) Thus saith Elihu, here I will not write after your Coppy, but to reprove him (Gal. 2.14.) Thus Says Elihu, Here I will not write After your Copy, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 (np1 crd.) av vvz np1, av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp po22 n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 310 Page 98
1933 What we speake should be our owne sence, not the sence of others, unlesse their sence, either of things or persons, be the same with ours. What we speak should be our own sense, not the sense of Others, unless their sense, either of things or Persons, be the same with ours. r-crq pns12 vvb vmd vbi po12 d n1, xx dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cs po32 n1, av-d pp-f n2 cc n2, vbb dt d p-acp png12. (7) chapter (DIV2) 312 Page 99
1934 Some pin their opinion upon the sleeves of others, and they will be just of the judgement of such a man; some pin their opinion upon the sleeves of Others, and they will be just of the judgement of such a man; d n1 po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, cc pns32 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1935 what he saith, they will say. what he Says, they will say. r-crq pns31 vvz, pns32 vmb vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1936 As some expect that every one should be of their Judgement, and say as they say; As Some expect that every one should be of their Judgement, and say as they say; p-acp d vvb cst d crd vmd vbi pp-f po32 n1, cc vvb c-acp pns32 vvb; (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1937 they are many Masters (which the Apostle James forbids, My Brethren, be not many Masters, doe not take upon you to give the rule to all others, some are proud at this rate, they thinke themselves able to give the rule to all men) so not a few are so easie, that presently they will take up any thing as a rule from any Master; they Are many Masters (which the Apostle James forbids, My Brothers, be not many Masters, do not take upon you to give the Rule to all Others, Some Are proud At this rate, they think themselves able to give the Rule to all men) so not a few Are so easy, that presently they will take up any thing as a Rule from any Master; pns32 vbr d n2 (r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz, po11 n2, vbb xx d n2, vdb xx vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2-jn, d vbr j p-acp d n1, pns32 vvb px32 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2) av xx dt d vbr av j, cst av-j pns32 vmb vvi a-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1938 whereas we should not be so apt to follow, but labour to have the Judgment or reason of things in our selves, rather then to take it up upon trust. whereas we should not be so apt to follow, but labour to have the Judgement or reason of things in our selves, rather then to take it up upon trust. cs pns12 vmd xx vbi av j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vvb pc-acp vhi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n2, av-c cs pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1939 When Luther was much troubled about the dealings of God in the world, to see how matters went, When Luther was much troubled about the dealings of God in the world, to see how matters went, c-crq np1 vbds av-d vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq n2 vvd, (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1940 and was saying within himselfe, Surely it were better things were carried thus and thus; and was saying within himself, Surely it were better things were carried thus and thus; cc vbds vvg p-acp px31, av-j pn31 vbdr jc n2 vbdr vvn av cc av; (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1941 while Luther (I say) was thus troubled, he thought he heard this word of reproofe from God; while Luther (I say) was thus troubled, he Thought he herd this word of reproof from God; cs np1 (pns11 vvb) vbds av vvn, pns31 vvd pns31 vvd d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1942 O Martin, Martin, I see thou art very wise, thou canst give rules, even to God himselfe, O Martin, Martin, I see thou art very wise, thou Canst give rules, even to God himself, sy np1, np1, pns11 vvb pns21 vb2r av j, pns21 vm2 vvi n2, av p-acp np1 px31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1943 but I am not a God easie to be led by men. but I am not a God easy to be led by men. cc-acp pns11 vbm xx dt n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1944 I will not take thy Counsell, though I see thou hast an honest heart in what thou counsellest. I will not take thy Counsel, though I see thou hast an honest heart in what thou counselest. pns11 vmb xx vvi po21 n1, cs pns11 vvb pns21 vh2 dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vv2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1945 I have a way of my owne, and I will have my owne way, though the world, I have a Way of my own, and I will have my own Way, though the world, pns11 vhb dt n1 pp-f po11 d, cc pns11 vmb vhi po11 d n1, cs dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1946 yea, though good men, and my owne faithfull servants are grieved and mourne at it. Man would appoint to God himselfe, but God will not model matters by mans wisdome, nor in his way. yea, though good men, and my own faithful Servants Are grieved and mourn At it. Man would appoint to God himself, but God will not model matters by men Wisdom, nor in his Way. uh, cs j n2, cc po11 d j n2 vbr vvn cc vvi p-acp pn31. n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1 px31, cc-acp np1 vmb xx n1 n2 p-acp ng1 n1, ccx p-acp po31 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1947 Thus in the present case (I only allude) it is not good for us when we heare what others say, presently to receive it, Thus in the present case (I only allude) it is not good for us when we hear what Others say, presently to receive it, av p-acp dt j n1 (pns11 av-j vvi) pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno12 c-crq pns12 vvb r-crq n2-jn vvb, av-j pc-acp vvi pn31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1948 or take the impression from them; or take the impression from them; cc vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32; (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1949 and so answer in their words, or vote their opinions, though they are wise and good men; and so answer in their words, or vote their opinions, though they Are wise and good men; cc av vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb po32 n2, cs pns32 vbr j cc j n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1950 Elihu takes the liberty to dissent, as in his opinion, so in his Method of proceeding with Job, I will answer, Elihu Takes the liberty to dissent, as in his opinion, so in his Method of proceeding with Job, I will answer, np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, pns11 vmb vvi, (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1951 but it shall not be with your speeches, I will take my owne course. Thirdly, Note. but it shall not be with your Speeches, I will take my own course. Thirdly, Note. cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp po22 n2, pns11 vmb vvi po11 d n1. ord, n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 313 Page 99
1952 The faylings and mistakes of others, should be our warnings not to doe the like. The failings and mistakes of Others, should be our Warnings not to do the like. dt n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f n2-jn, vmd vbi po12 n2 xx pc-acp vdi dt av-j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 314 Page 99
1953 Elihu observed where they missed as to the matter in hand, he observ'd also wherein they missed, Elihu observed where they missed as to the matter in hand, he observed also wherein they missed, np1 vvd c-crq pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd av c-crq pns32 vvd, (7) chapter (DIV2) 315 Page 100
1954 as to the manner of proceeding; and he observed both well, and wisely to avoyd the like inconveniences; as to the manner of proceeding; and he observed both well, and wisely to avoid the like inconveniences; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg; cc pns31 vvd d av, cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 315 Page 100
1955 and thereupon professed, I will not answer him with your speeches. Fourthly, Note. and thereupon professed, I will not answer him with your Speeches. Fourthly, Note. cc av vvn, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n2. ord, n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 315 Page 100
1956 We should answer to every poynt and person with reason and sweetnesse, not with passion and bitternesse. We should answer to every point and person with reason and sweetness, not with passion and bitterness. pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, xx p-acp n1 cc n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 316 Page 100
1957 There is no convincing others with wrath; There is no convincing Others with wrath; pc-acp vbz dx vvg n2-jn p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1958 The wrath of man (saith the Apostle) works not the righteousnesse of God, (James 1.20.) That is, wrath will never bring about nor effect those righteous things, The wrath of man (Says the Apostle) works not the righteousness of God, (James 1.20.) That is, wrath will never bring about nor Effect those righteous things, dt n1 pp-f n1 (vvz dt n1) vvz xx dt n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) cst vbz, n1 vmb av-x vvi a-acp ccx vvi d j n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1959 or ends, which God would have us ayme at. or ends, which God would have us aim At. cc n2, r-crq np1 vmd vhi pno12 vvi p-acp. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1960 The wrath of man puts him quite out of the way of righteousnesse, both out of the way of right speaking, and of right acting. The wrath of man puts him quite out of the Way of righteousness, both out of the Way of right speaking, and of right acting. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno31 av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, d av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n-jn vvg, cc pp-f j-jn n-vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1961 To shew much reason, and little passion, is our wisdome. To show much reason, and little passion, is our Wisdom. p-acp vvi d n1, cc j n1, vbz po12 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1962 So the Apostle gives the rule (2 Tim: 2.26.) The servant of the Lord must not strive; So the Apostle gives the Rule (2 Tim: 2.26.) The servant of the Lord must not strive; np1 dt n1 vvz dt n1 (crd np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vvi; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1963 he doth not meane it of bodily striving; As if he had said, he must not be a fighter. he does not mean it of bodily striving; As if he had said, he must not be a fighter. pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 pp-f j vvg; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns31 vmb xx vbi dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1964 As when the Apostle saith (1 Tim: 3.3.) A Minister must not be a striker; As when the Apostle Says (1 Tim: 3.3.) A Minister must not be a striker; p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz (vvd np1: crd.) dt n1 vmb xx vbi dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1965 It can hardly be thought he should intend only, if at all, that Ministers should not be like grossly boysterous men, who are not so much as Civill in their behaviour; It can hardly be Thought he should intend only, if At all, that Ministers should not be like grossly boisterous men, who Are not so much as Civil in their behaviour; pn31 vmb av vbi vvn pns31 vmd vvi av-j, cs p-acp d, cst n2 vmd xx vbi j av-j j n2, r-crq vbr xx av av-d c-acp j p-acp po32 n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1966 surely such are farre enough off from a fitness to be received into the Ministry; surely such Are Far enough off from a fitness to be received into the Ministry; av-j d vbr av-j av-d a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1967 therefore some expound the Apostle to the poynt in hand, he must be no striker with his tongue in passion, anger, and wrath, no word-striker. Therefore Some expound the Apostle to the point in hand, he must be no striker with his tongue in passion, anger, and wrath, no word-striker. av d vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, dx n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1968 There is great striking, yea, wounding with words. There is great striking, yea, wounding with words. pc-acp vbz j n-vvg, uh, vvg p-acp n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1969 Though Ministers must strike and wound with the authority of God, yet not with their owne animosities. Though Ministers must strike and wound with the Authority of God, yet not with their own animosities. cs n2 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av xx p-acp po32 d n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1970 They must wound the consciences of sinners, with the Word and Spirit of God, but not with their own wrathfull spirits; They must wound the Consciences of Sinners, with the Word and Spirit of God, but not with their own wrathful spirits; pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp xx p-acp po32 d j n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1971 such strikers they may not be, nor may the servant of the Lord strive thus, but be gentle to all men, apt to teach, yea, patient in teaching. such strikers they may not be, nor may the servant of the Lord strive thus, but be gentle to all men, apt to teach, yea, patient in teaching. d n2 pns32 vmb xx vbi, ccx vmb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb av, p-acp vbi j p-acp d n2, j pc-acp vvi, uh, j p-acp vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1972 It is a great exercise of patience to teach, with line upon line, precept upon precept; It is a great exercise of patience to teach, with line upon line, precept upon precept; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1973 When we see little received or heeded, yet to insist upon it, this is patience; When we see little received or heeded, yet to insist upon it, this is patience; c-crq pns12 vvb av-j vvn cc vvn, av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, d vbz n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1974 In meeknesse instructing such as oppose themselves, if God peradventure will give repentance to the acknowledgement of the truth. In meekness instructing such as oppose themselves, if God Peradventure will give Repentance to the acknowledgement of the truth. p-acp n1 vvg d c-acp vvb px32, cs np1 av vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1975 As the Apostle James exhorts ( Chap. 1.21.) to receive the word with meeknesse; that's a most necessary rule in hearing the word; As the Apostle James exhorts (Chap. 1.21.) to receive the word with meekness; that's a most necessary Rule in hearing the word; p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz (np1 crd.) pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1; cst|vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 100
1976 for many times the hearer is in a passion, there is such a storme in his bowels that he cannot heare to purpose, for many times the hearer is in a passion, there is such a storm in his bowels that he cannot hear to purpose, p-acp d n2 dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cst pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1977 therefore if any would receive the ingraffed word, they must receive it with meeknesse. Therefore if any would receive the Ingrafted word, they must receive it with meekness. av cs d vmd vvi dt j n1, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1978 I say also the word should be given out or spoken in meekness, though not with coldnesse; I say also the word should be given out or spoken in meekness, though not with coldness; pns11 vvb av dt n1 vmd vbi vvn av cc vvn p-acp n1, c-acp xx p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1979 I doe not say with coldnesse or with a slightness of spirit, but with meeknesse. I do not say with coldness or with a slightness of Spirit, but with meekness. pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1980 And the truth is, milde speaking or meeknesse of speech (as to the spirit and conscience of the hearer) is not only most comfortable, but most prevailing. And the truth is, mild speaking or meekness of speech (as to the Spirit and conscience of the hearer) is not only most comfortable, but most prevailing. cc dt n1 vbz, j n-vvg cc n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) vbz xx av-j av-ds j, cc-acp av-ds j-vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1981 Meeknesse should be shewed, even where there is the greatest zeale; and zeale then prevailes most, when there is most meeknesse in it. Meekness should be showed, even where there is the greatest zeal; and zeal then prevails most, when there is most meekness in it. n1 vmd vbi vvn, av c-crq pc-acp vbz dt js n1; cc n1 av vvz ds, c-crq pc-acp vbz ds n1 p-acp pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1982 The Apostle Jude saith, Of some have compassion, making a difference, others save with feare; The Apostle U^de Says, Of Some have compassion, making a difference, Others save with Fear; dt n1 np1 vvz, pp-f d vhb n1, vvg dt n1, n2-jn vvb p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1983 That is, save them by preaching that which may make them afraid, scare them out of their sins; That is, save them by preaching that which may make them afraid, scare them out of their Sins; cst vbz, vvb pno32 p-acp vvg d r-crq vmb vvi pno32 j, vvb pno32 av pp-f po32 n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1984 but yet still this is to be done in a spirit of meeknesse. ( Gal. 6.1.) If any one be over-taken in a fault (what then? rayle on him, rage against him, but yet still this is to be done in a Spirit of meekness. (Gal. 6.1.) If any one be overtaken in a fault (what then? rail on him, rage against him, cc-acp av av d vbz pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (np1 crd.) cs d pi vbb j p-acp dt n1 (r-crq av? vvb p-acp pno31, n1 p-acp pno31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1985 and revile him, no, but saith the Apostle) ye that are spirituall, restore such a one with the spirit of meeknesse; and revile him, no, but Says the Apostle) you that Are spiritual, restore such a one with the Spirit of meekness; cc vvi pno31, uh-dx, cc-acp vvz dt n1) pn22 cst vbr j, vvb d dt pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1986 considering thy selfe, lest thou also be tempted. considering thy self, lest thou also be tempted. vvg po21 n1, cs pns21 av vbi vvn. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1987 Bones must be set (to that the word which we translate restore alludes) with a tender hand. Bones must be Set (to that the word which we translate restore alludes) with a tender hand. n2 vmb vbi vvn (p-acp cst dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvi vvz) p-acp dt j n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1988 Those three things which are required in a good Chirurgion, or Bone-setter, are as necessary in a reprover, Those three things which Are required in a good Chirurgeon, or Bonesetter, Are as necessary in a reprover, d crd n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc n1, vbr p-acp j p-acp dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1989 or in him that would reduce another from the error of his way. First, He must have an Eagles eye, to discerne where the fault or fayling is. or in him that would reduce Another from the error of his Way. First, He must have an Eagles eye, to discern where the fault or failing is. cc p-acp pno31 cst vmd vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. ord, pns31 vmb vhi dt n2 n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 cc vvg vbz. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1990 Secondly, A Lyons heart, to deale freely with the faulty, how great soever they are. Thirdly, A Ladies hand, to use them gently and tenderly. Secondly, A Lyons heart, to deal freely with the faulty, how great soever they Are. Thirdly, A Ladies hand, to use them gently and tenderly. ord, dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt j, c-crq j av pns32 vbr. ord, dt n2 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j cc av-j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1991 All which will more fully appeare, while All which will more Fully appear, while av-d r-crq vmb av-dc av-j vvi, cs (7) chapter (DIV2) 317 Page 101
1992 Lastly, From the example of Elihu, we collect and learne, that a good Moderator or composer of differences, must avoyd five things. Lastly, From the Exampl of Elihu, we collect and Learn, that a good Moderator or composer of differences, must avoid five things. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vvb cc vvi, cst dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vmb vvi crd n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 101
1993 First, slightness of spirit and of speech. First, slightness of Spirit and of speech. ord, n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 101
1994 It is not good to speake lightly of little things, but it is a shame to speake lightly of great things. It is not good to speak lightly of little things, but it is a shame to speak lightly of great things. pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f j n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f j n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 101
1995 Weighty matters must be handled weightily, and we should put not a little finger, but our shoulders to them! Weighty matters must be handled weightily, and we should put not a little finger, but our shoulders to them! j n2 vmb vbi vvn av-j, cc pns12 vmd vvi xx dt j n1, cc-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno32! (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 101
1996 Secondly, passionateness of spirit and of speech, must be avoyded. That which hinders reason, had need be shut out while we are reasoning. Secondly, passionateness of Spirit and of speech, must be avoided. That which hinders reason, had need be shut out while we Are reasoning. ord, n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvn. d r-crq vvz n1, vhd n1 vbi vvn av cs pns12 vbr vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 101
1997 What a contradiction in the adjunct is it, to heare of an angry moderator? or to see a man set himselfe to compose differences between others with a discomposed spirit of his owne. What a contradiction in the adjunct is it, to hear of an angry moderator? or to see a man Set himself to compose differences between Others with a discomposed Spirit of his own. q-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz pn31, pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1? cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f po31 d. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 101
1998 Thirdly, partiality in speaking, or the favouring of a party must be layd aside; Thirdly, partiality in speaking, or the favouring of a party must be laid aside; ord, n1 p-acp vvg, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av; (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 101
1999 for as Elihu did not spare to tell Jobs friends their owne, so neither did he spare to tell Job his owne, he was not partiall on either side. for as Elihu did not spare to tell Jobs Friends their own, so neither did he spare to tell Job his own, he was not partial on either side. c-acp c-acp np1 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi n2 n2 po32 d, av d vdd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi np1 po31 d, pns31 vbds xx j p-acp d n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 102
2000 What can be imagin'd more uncomely, then that he who stands between two should leane to any one? or that he who comes to be an umpire or a Judge, should make himselfe a party or an Advocate. What can be imagined more uncomely, then that he who Stands between two should lean to any one? or that he who comes to be an umpire or a Judge, should make himself a party or an Advocate. q-crq vmb vbi vvn av-dc j, av cst pns31 r-crq vvz p-acp crd vmd vvi p-acp d crd? cc cst pns31 r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc dt n1, vmd vvi px31 dt n1 cc dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 102
2001 Fourthly, he must avoyd timorousnesse, and not be daunted with what man shall say or can doe against him, Fourthly, he must avoid timorousness, and not be daunted with what man shall say or can do against him, ord, pns31 vmb vvi n1, cc xx vbi vvn p-acp r-crq n1 vmb vvi cc vmb vdi p-acp pno31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 102
2002 while he is doing his duty. while he is doing his duty. cs pns31 vbz vdg png31 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 102
2003 The feare of man is a snare (saith Solomon ) That man had not need be in a snare himselfe, whose business it is to bring others out of the snares of error, The Fear of man is a snare (Says Solomon) That man had not need be in a snare himself, whose business it is to bring Others out of the snares of error, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 (vvz np1) cst n1 vhd xx n1 vbi p-acp dt n1 px31, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n2-jn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 102
2004 whether in opinion or in practise. whither in opinion or in practice. cs p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 102
2005 Fifthly, he must beware of an easiness to be drawne aside, either by the perswasions or applauses of men. Fifthly, he must beware of an easiness to be drawn aside, either by the persuasions or applauses of men. ord, pns31 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av, av-d p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 102
2006 A Judge between others must keepe his owne standing. A Judge between Others must keep his own standing. dt n1 p-acp n2-jn vmb vvi po31 d n-vvg. (7) chapter (DIV2) 318 Page 102
2007 Thus farre concerning these two verses, wherein Elihu is still carrying on his Preface, to prepare Job to receive attentively what he had to say. Thus Far Concerning these two Verses, wherein Elihu is still carrying on his Preface, to prepare Job to receive attentively what he had to say. av av-j vvg d crd n2, c-crq np1 vbz av vvg p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi av-j r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi. (7) chapter (DIV2) 319 Page 102
2008 In the next place, Elihu turning to the standers by, signifies to them in what condition he found Jobs friends. In the next place, Elihu turning to the standers by, signifies to them in what condition he found Jobs Friends. p-acp dt ord n1, np1 vvg p-acp dt n2 p-acp, vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvd n2 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 319 Page 102
2009 JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20. They were amazed, they answered no more, they left off speaking. JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20. They were amazed, they answered no more, they left off speaking. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd pns32 vbdr vvn, pns32 vvd av-dx av-dc, pns32 vvd a-acp vvg. (8) chapter (DIV2) 319 Page 103
2010 When I had waited, (for they spake not, but stood still, and answered no more) When I had waited, (for they spoke not, but stood still, and answered no more) c-crq pns11 vhd vvn, (c-acp pns32 vvd xx, cc-acp vvd av, cc vvd av-dx av-dc) (8) chapter (DIV2) 321 Page 103
2011 I said, I will answer also my part, I also will shew mine opinion. For I am full of matter, the spirit within me constraineth me. I said, I will answer also my part, I also will show mine opinion. For I am full of matter, the Spirit within me constrains me. pns11 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi av po11 n1, pns11 av vmb vvi po11 n1. c-acp pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, dt n1 p-acp pno11 vvz pno11. (8) chapter (DIV2) 322 Page 103
2012 Behold, my belly is as wine which hath no vent, it is ready to burst like new bottles. Behold, my belly is as wine which hath no vent, it is ready to burst like new bottles. vvb, po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1 r-crq vhz dx n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av-j j n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 324 Page 103
2013 I will speak, that I may be refreshed: I will open my lips and answer. I will speak, that I may be refreshed: I will open my lips and answer. pns11 vmb vvi, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn: pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2 cc n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 325 Page 103
2014 ELihu had spoken of his friends silence before, and here he returns to it againe, with a further addition and aggravation. ELihu had spoken of his Friends silence before, and Here he returns to it again, with a further addition and aggravation. np1 vhd vvn pp-f po31 ng1 n1 a-acp, cc av pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 av, p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 326 Page 103
2015 Vers. 15. They were amazed, they answered no more, they left off speaking, &c. There are two opinions concerning the person who spake these words. Vers. 15. They were amazed, they answered no more, they left off speaking, etc. There Are two opinions Concerning the person who spoke these words. np1 crd pns32 vbdr vvn, pns32 vvd av-dx av-dc, pns32 vvd a-acp vvg, av pc-acp vbr crd n2 vvg dt n1 r-crq vvd d n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 326 Page 103
2016 First, Some referre them to the writer or penman of this Book, but I rather take them as the words of Elihu himselfe. They were amazed. First, some refer them to the writer or penman of this Book, but I rather take them as the words of Elihu himself. They were amazed. ord, d vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp pns11 av-c vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 px31. pns32 vbdr vvn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 327 Page 103
2017 The root signifies to be affected with a very passionate and strong feare, even such a feare as they are arrested with who flee or fall before their Enemies in battel. The root signifies to be affected with a very passionate and strong Fear, even such a Fear as they Are arrested with who flee or fallen before their Enemies in battle. dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j j cc j n1, av d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp r-crq vvb cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 328 Page 103
2018 So the word is used ( Jer: 50.26.) A sword is upon her mighty men, and they shall be dismayed. So the word is used (Jer: 50.26.) A sword is upon her mighty men, and they shall be dismayed. np1 dt n1 vbz vvd (np1: crd.) dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 j n2, cc pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 328 Page 103
2019 Dismay or amazement, is the displacing, at least the disturbing of reason it selfe; Dismay or amazement, is the displacing, At least the disturbing of reason it self; vvb cc n1, vbz dt vvg, p-acp ds dt vvg pp-f n1 pn31 n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 328 Page 103
2020 Elihu shews how unable and unfit Jobs friends were to argue with him any further, seeing upon the matter, they had lost the use of their reason, Elihu shows how unable and unfit Jobs Friends were to argue with him any further, seeing upon the matter, they had lost the use of their reason, np1 vvz c-crq j cc j n2 n2 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 d av-jc, vvg p-acp dt n1, pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 328 Page 103
2021 and were as men crack-brain'd, or broken in their understanding. They were amazed. They answered no more, they left off speaking, or Speech was departed from them; and were as men crack-brained, or broken in their understanding. They were amazed. They answered no more, they left off speaking, or Speech was departed from them; cc vbdr c-acp n2 j, cc vvn p-acp po32 n1. pns32 vbdr vvn. pns32 vvd av-dx av-dc, pns32 vvd a-acp vvg, cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32; (8) chapter (DIV2) 328 Page 103
2022 there is a two-fold Exposition of that speech (they left off speaking) Some understand it passively, like that ( Luke 12.20.) This night shall thy soule be required, or taken from thee; there is a twofold Exposition of that speech (they left off speaking) some understand it passively, like that (Lycia 12.20.) This night shall thy soul be required, or taken from thee; pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f d n1 (pns32 vvd a-acp vvg) d vvb pn31 av-j, vvb cst (av crd.) d n1 vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp pno21; (8) chapter (DIV2) 329 Page 104
2023 thou shalt not freely deliver it up, but it shall be snatcht from thee; So here, their speech was taken from them; thou shalt not freely deliver it up, but it shall be snatched from thee; So Here, their speech was taken from them; pns21 vm2 xx av-j vvi pn31 a-acp, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno21; av av, po32 n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32; (8) chapter (DIV2) 329 Page 104
2024 or by an unanswerable conviction, silence was imposed upon them. Mr Broughton renders; They doe speake no more, speeches be departed from them. or by an unanswerable conviction, silence was imposed upon them. Mr Broughton renders; They do speak no more, Speeches be departed from them. cc p-acp dt j n1, n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32. n1 np1 vvz; pns32 vdb vvi av-dx av-dc, n2 vbb vvn p-acp pno32. (8) chapter (DIV2) 329 Page 104
2025 How can they speake from whom speech is departed. How can they speak from whom speech is departed. q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp ro-crq n1 vbz vvn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 329 Page 104
2026 We translate actively, they left off speaking, as implying a voluntary act, they gave a stop to themselves; We translate actively, they left off speaking, as implying a voluntary act, they gave a stop to themselves; pns12 vvb av-j, pns32 vvd a-acp vvg, p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1, pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp px32; (8) chapter (DIV2) 330 Page 104
2027 either they were not able, or it was not fit for them to say any more. either they were not able, or it was not fit for them to say any more. d pns32 vbdr xx j, cc pn31 vbds xx j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi d dc. (8) chapter (DIV2) 330 Page 104
2028 The Hebrew is, They removed speech from themselves, and so became as silent as if they could not speake at all. The Hebrew is, They removed speech from themselves, and so became as silent as if they could not speak At all. dt njp vbz, pns32 vvd n1 p-acp px32, cc av vvd p-acp j c-acp cs pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp d. (8) chapter (DIV2) 330 Page 104
2029 They were as mure as fishes. They were as mure as Fish. pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 330 Page 104
2030 The following verse being of the same sence, I shall open that before I give the observations from this. The following verse being of the same sense, I shall open that before I give the observations from this. dt j-vvg n1 vbg pp-f dt d n1, pns11 vmb vvi d c-acp pns11 vvb dt n2 p-acp d. (8) chapter (DIV2) 330 Page 104
2031 Vers. 16. When I had waited (for they spake not but stood still, and answered no more) Vers. 16. When I had waited (for they spoke not but stood still, and answered no more) np1 crd c-crq pns11 vhd vvn (c-acp pns32 vvd xx cc-acp vvd av, cc vvd av-dx av-dc) (8) chapter (DIV2) 330 Page 104
2032 Job waited hoping they would speak somewhat worthy of themselves, worthy of that opinion and reputation which they had in the world for wisdome, but they deceived his expectation, He could not have nor heare a word more from them. Job waited hoping they would speak somewhat worthy of themselves, worthy of that opinion and reputation which they had in the world for Wisdom, but they deceived his expectation, He could not have nor hear a word more from them. np1 vvd vvg pns32 vmd vvi av j pp-f px32, j pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp pns32 vvd po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx vhi ccx vvi dt n1 av-dc p-acp pno32. (8) chapter (DIV2) 331 Page 104
2033 This Elihu puts into a parenthesis (for they spake not, but stood still, and answered no more) He useth many words to the same purpose, to shew that there was somewhat extraordinary in their silence; This Elihu puts into a parenthesis (for they spoke not, but stood still, and answered no more) He uses many words to the same purpose, to show that there was somewhat extraordinary in their silence; d np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns32 vvd xx, cc-acp vvd av, cc vvd av-dx av-dc) pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp dt d n1, pc-acp vvi cst a-acp vbds av j p-acp po32 n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 331 Page 104
2325 though he be (ish) a man never so much lifted up, and exalted above his brethren. though he be (is) a man never so much lifted up, and exalted above his brothers. cs pns31 vbb (vbz) dt n1 av-x av av-d vvn a-acp, cc vvn p-acp po31 n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2034 They spake not, their tongues stood still. As speech is the image of the mind, and from the aboundance of the heart, They spoke not, their tongues stood still. As speech is the image of the mind, and from the abundance of the heart, pns32 vvd xx, po32 n2 vvd av. p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 331 Page 104
2035 so it is by the motion of the tongue. If the tongue stand still, discourse is stayd. so it is by the motion of the tongue. If the tongue stand still, discourse is stayed. av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cs dt n1 vvb av, n1 vbz vvn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 331 Page 104
2036 Their mouths were stopt, as being either unable or ashamed to urge their accusations and arguments any further. Their mouths were stopped, as being either unable or ashamed to urge their accusations and Arguments any further. po32 n2 vbdr vvn, c-acp vbg av-d j cc j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2 d av-jc. (8) chapter (DIV2) 331 Page 104
2037 They stood still and answered no more. They stood still and answered no more. pns32 vvd av cc vvd av-dx av-dc. (8) chapter (DIV2) 331 Page 104
2038 It is said of those forward accusers of the women taken in adultery ( John 8.9.) That being Convicted by their owne Conscience, they went away one by one; It is said of those forward accusers of the women taken in adultery (John 8.9.) That being Convicted by their own Conscience, they went away one by one; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f d j n2 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp n1 (np1 crd.) d vbg j-vvn p-acp po32 d n1, pns32 vvd av crd p-acp crd; (8) chapter (DIV2) 331 Page 104
2039 they shrunke away, having not a word to reply; they shrunk away, having not a word to reply; pns32 vvd av, vhg xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (8) chapter (DIV2) 331 Page 104
2040 And so did Jobs friends, who while they stood still, carried it as men unwilling to be heard or seene any more upon the place. They were amazed, &c. First, Hence note. Amazement unfits us for argument. Where wondering begins, disputing ends. And so did Jobs Friends, who while they stood still, carried it as men unwilling to be herd or seen any more upon the place. They were amazed, etc. First, Hence note. Amazement unfits us for argument. Where wondering begins, disputing ends. cc av vdd n2 n2, r-crq cs pns32 vvd av, vvd pn31 p-acp n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn d dc p-acp dt n1. pns32 vbdr vvn, av ord, av n1. n1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1. c-crq vvg vvz, vvg n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 331 Page 104
2041 They were amazed, they answered no more. Secondly, Note. They were amazed, they answered no more. Secondly, Note. pns32 vbdr vvn, pns32 vvd av-dx av-dc. ord, n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 333 Page 105
2042 The same men are sometimes so changed, that they can scarcely be knowne to be the same men. The same men Are sometime so changed, that they can scarcely be known to be the same men. dt d n2 vbr av av vvn, cst pns32 vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt d n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 334 Page 105
2043 Eliphaz sayd ( Chap: 4.2.) Who can withhold himselfe from speaking? He was so forward that he could not be kept from words, Eliphaz said (Chap: 4.2.) Who can withhold himself from speaking? He was so forward that he could not be kept from words, np1 vvd (n1: crd.) q-crq vmb vvi px31 p-acp vvg? pns31 vbds av av-j cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp n2, (8) chapter (DIV2) 335 Page 105
2044 but now he had not a word in his keeping, speech was withheld, or departed. Thirdly, Note. but now he had not a word in his keeping, speech was withheld, or departed. Thirdly, Note. cc-acp av pns31 vhd xx dt n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg, n1 vbds vvn, cc vvd. ord, n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 335 Page 105
2045 False grounds or positions, cannot be alwayes maintain'd. God will supply both matter and forme, arguments and words, to confirme his owne truth; False grounds or positions, cannot be always maintained. God will supply both matter and Form, Arguments and words, to confirm his own truth; j n2 cc n2, vmbx vbi av vvn. np1 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi po31 d n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 336 Page 105
2046 they who are in the right, shall not want reason to back it: they who Are in the right, shall not want reason to back it: pns32 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n-jn, vmb xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2047 but they who are in the wrong, may quickly find a stop, and have no more to say. but they who Are in the wrong, may quickly find a stop, and have no more to say. cc-acp pns32 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n-jn, vmb av-j vvi dt n1, cc vhb dx dc pc-acp vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2048 The Apostles were weake, because unwilling in a bad cause (2 Cor: 13.8.) We can doe nothing against the truth, but for the truth; The Apostles were weak, Because unwilling in a bad cause (2 Cor: 13.8.) We can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth; dt n2 vbdr j, c-acp j p-acp dt j n1 (crd fw-la: crd.) pns12 vmb vdi pix p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2049 and they who are willing to be against the truth, shall be weake and not able long to doe any thing against it (They spake no more) As God gives a banner, (that is, outward power) to them that feare him, that it may be displayed, and they who Are willing to be against the truth, shall be weak and not able long to do any thing against it (They spoke no more) As God gives a banner, (that is, outward power) to them that Fear him, that it may be displayed, cc pns32 r-crq vbr j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi j cc xx j av-j pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp pn31 (pns32 vvd dx dc) p-acp np1 vvz dt n1, (cst vbz, j n1) p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn, (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2050 because of the truth (Psal: 60.4.) So he gives wisdome and understanding (that is, inward power) for the maintaining of the truth. Because of the truth (Psalm: 60.4.) So he gives Wisdom and understanding (that is, inward power) for the maintaining of the truth. c-acp pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd.) av pns31 vvz n1 cc n1 (cst vbz, j n1) p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2051 In thy majesty ride prosperously because of the truth (Psal: 45.4.) As Christ who is truth, In thy majesty ride prosperously Because of the truth (Psalm: 45.4.) As christ who is truth, p-acp po21 n1 vvi av-j c-acp pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd.) p-acp np1 r-crq vbz n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2052 and the giver forth of truth, so they who are undertakers for truth, shall ride and prosper. and the giver forth of truth, so they who Are undertakers for truth, shall ride and prosper. cc dt n1 av pp-f n1, av pns32 r-crq vbr n2 p-acp n1, vmb vvi cc vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2053 Truth may be borne downe by power, and out-fac'd by impudence, but it cannot be overcome. Truth may be born down by power, and outfaced by impudence, but it cannot be overcome. n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp n1, cc-acp pn31 vmbx vbi vvn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2326 To accept the person of a man, is not a fault in it selfe; To accept the person of a man, is not a fault in it self; p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2054 Never feare to undertake a good Cause; and ever feare to undertake a bad one, for it will be slur'd at last. Never Fear to undertake a good Cause; and ever Fear to undertake a bad one, for it will be slured At last. av-x vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1; cc av vvb pc-acp vvi dt j pi, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp ord. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2055 Truth may be opposed, but truth-defenders shall never be ashamed, nor want a tongue to speake for it. Truth may be opposed, but truth-defenders shall never be ashamed, nor want a tongue to speak for it. n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp n2 vmb av-x vbi j, ccx vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2056 Christ ( Math: 10.17.) warnes his Disciples what entertainment they were like to find in the world; christ (Math: 10.17.) warns his Disciples what entertainment they were like to find in the world; np1 (np1: crd.) vvz po31 n2 r-crq n1 pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2057 They shall deliver you up to Rulers, ye shall be brought before Governours and Kings for my sake; But he withall encourageth them; They shall deliver you up to Rulers, you shall be brought before Governors and Kings for my sake; But he withal Encourageth them; pns32 vmb vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp n2, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po11 n1; p-acp pns31 av vvz pno32; (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 105
2058 Take no thought what ye shall speak, or what ye shall answer. Take no Thought what you shall speak, or what you shall answer. vvb dx n1 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, cc r-crq pn22 vmb vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2059 For some might say, What if we should be called in question for the truths of the Gospel? we are willing to burne for them (as that Martyr said) b•t we feare we cannot dispute for them. For Some might say, What if we should be called in question for the truths of the Gospel? we Are willing to burn for them (as that Martyr said) b•t we Fear we cannot dispute for them. p-acp d vmd vvi, q-crq cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1? pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 (c-acp d n1 vvd) av pns12 vvb pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2060 Well, saith Christ, take no thought what you shall speak, for it shall be given you in the same houre. Well, Says christ, take no Thought what you shall speak, for it shall be given you in the same hour. uh-av, vvz np1, vvb dx n1 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn pn22 p-acp dt d n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2061 God himselfe by his Spirit will prompt you, he will whisper such things into your eares, God himself by his Spirit will prompt you, he will whisper such things into your ears, np1 px31 p-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi pn22, pns31 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp po22 n2, (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2062 as all your opposers shall not be able to gainsay. as all your opposers shall not be able to gainsay. c-acp d po22 n2 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2063 Indeed we see some men of corrupt minds, and reprobate concerning the truth (as the Apostle gives their Character) who have courage enough to set forth lyes, Indeed we see Some men of corrupt minds, and Reprobate Concerning the truth (as the Apostle gives their Character) who have courage enough to Set forth lies, np1 pns12 vvb d n2 pp-f j n2, cc n-jn vvg dt n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz po32 n1) r-crq vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi av vvz, (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2064 and slander the truth, who straine their wits to the utmost, and (as the Prophet speakes, ( Jer: 9.3.) bend their tongues like their bow for lyes. and slander the truth, who strain their wits to the utmost, and (as the Prophet speaks, (Jer: 9.3.) bend their tongues like their bow for lies. cc vvi dt n1, r-crq vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt j, cc (c-acp dt n1 vvz, (np1: crd.) vvb po32 n2 vvb po32 n1 p-acp n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2065 But let them remember what the Apostle sayd of such as they (2 Tim: 3.8.) Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, But let them Remember what the Apostle said of such as they (2 Tim: 3.8.) Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, p-acp vvi pno32 vvi r-crq dt n1 vvd pp-f d c-acp pns32 (crd np1: crd.) av p-acp n2 cc np2 vvn np1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2066 so doe these also resist the truth; so do these also resist the truth; av vdb d av vvi dt n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2067 but ( v. 9.) they shall proceed no further, for their folly shall be made manifest to all men; but (v. 9.) they shall proceed no further, for their folly shall be made manifest to all men; p-acp (n1 crd) pns32 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc, c-acp po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp d n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2068 That is, shortly all shall see that these men have but playd the fooles: That is, shortly all shall see that these men have but played the Fools: cst vbz, av-j d vmb vvi cst d n2 vhb p-acp vvn dt n2: (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2069 we may say of all those who hold wild taunting opinions, they shall proceed no further, we may say of all those who hold wild taunting opinions, they shall proceed no further, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d d r-crq vvb j j-vvg n2, pns32 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc, (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2070 though they act highly against the truth now, yet stay but a while, and they will have nothing to answer or returne, they will have emptied their quiver, though they act highly against the truth now, yet stay but a while, and they will have nothing to answer or return, they will have emptied their quiver, cs pns32 vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 av, av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vmb vhi pix pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pns32 vmb vhi vvn po32 n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2071 and quite spent their powder, you shall heare no more of them. and quite spent their powder, you shall hear no more of them. cc av vvn po32 n1, pn22 vmb vvi av-dx dc pp-f pno32. (8) chapter (DIV2) 337 Page 106
2072 From that 16th verse, where Elihu addeth, I waited (for they spake not but stood still, and answered no more) Observe, First. From that 16th verse, where Elihu adds, I waited (for they spoke not but stood still, and answered no more) Observe, First. p-acp d ord n1, c-crq np1 vvz, pns11 vvd (c-acp pns32 vvd xx cc-acp vvd av, cc vvd av-dx av-dc) vvb, ord. (8) chapter (DIV2) 338 Page 106
2073 It is our wisdome and our duty to stay our time before we put our selves out upon business. It is good to wait; It is our Wisdom and our duty to stay our time before we put our selves out upon business. It is good to wait; pn31 vbz po12 n1 cc po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2 av p-acp n1. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi; (8) chapter (DIV2) 339 Page 106
2074 God himselfe is not hasty upon us, he waits to be gracious, and we must wait our season to be serviceable; Elihu did not presently engage. God himself is not hasty upon us, he waits to be gracious, and we must wait our season to be serviceable; Elihu did not presently engage. np1 px31 vbz xx j p-acp pno12, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j, cc pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi j; np1 vdd xx av-j vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 340 Page 106
2075 The providences of God, and the Exigency of things, must put us on, we must not put our selves on. The providences of God, and the Exigency of things, must put us on, we must not put our selves on. dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp, pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 a-acp. (8) chapter (DIV2) 340 Page 106
2076 Christ tells us ( Math: 9.38.) The harvest is great, and the labourers few, pray therefore the Lord of the harvest that he would thrust forth labourers into his harvest; christ tells us (Math: 9.38.) The harvest is great, and the labourers few, pray Therefore the Lord of the harvest that he would thrust forth labourers into his harvest; np1 vvz pno12 (np1: crd.) dt n1 vbz j, cc dt n2 d, vvb av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi av n2 p-acp po31 n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 340 Page 106
2077 he doth not say, pray that labourers would thrust forth themselves into the harvest, or run into it before they are sent, he does not say, pray that labourers would thrust forth themselves into the harvest, or run into it before they Are sent, pns31 vdz xx vvi, vvb d n2 vmd vvi av px32 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, (8) chapter (DIV2) 340 Page 106
2078 but pray the Lord of the harvest that he would thrust forth labourers; but pray the Lord of the harvest that he would thrust forth labourers; cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi av n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 340 Page 106
2079 that is, that he would powerfully encline their hearts to the worke, whom he hath fitted and prepared for it. that is, that he would powerfully incline their hearts to the work, whom he hath fitted and prepared for it. d vbz, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 340 Page 107
2080 And as untill we are, at least, both competently prepared, and fairely enclined to that or any other good worke, 'tis best for us to waite; And as until we Are, At least, both competently prepared, and fairly inclined to that or any other good work, it's best for us to wait; cc c-acp c-acp pns12 vbr, p-acp ds, d av-j vvn, cc av-j vvd p-acp d cc d j-jn j n1, pn31|vbz av-js p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi; (8) chapter (DIV2) 340 Page 107
2081 so when once we are prepared and enclined, 'tis best for us, without delay, to set upon the worke; so when once we Are prepared and inclined, it's best for us, without Delay, to Set upon the work; av c-crq a-acp pns12 vbr vvn cc vvd, pn31|vbz av-js p-acp pno12, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 340 Page 107
2082 Elihu did so, as appeares in the next verse. Vers. 17. I said also I will answer my part, I will shew my opinion. Elihu did so, as appears in the next verse. Vers. 17. I said also I will answer my part, I will show my opinion. np1 vdd av, c-acp vvz p-acp dt ord n1. np1 crd pns11 vvd av pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 340 Page 107
2083 Now Elihu addresseth to his worke, his duty; and in this with the verses following to the end of the Chapter, we have, Now Elihu Addresseth to his work, his duty; and in this with the Verses following to the end of the Chapter, we have, av np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1; cc p-acp d p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vhb, (8) chapter (DIV2) 341 Page 107
2084 first, his resolvednesse to speak, I said I will answer for my part, &c. Secondly, his ability, readiness and furniture to speake ( v. 18.) For I am full of matter, &c. Thirdly, we have the motives that prest him to speak, First, his resolvedness to speak, I said I will answer for my part, etc. Secondly, his ability, readiness and furniture to speak (v. 18.) For I am full of matter, etc. Thirdly, we have the motives that pressed him to speak, ord, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, av ord, po31 n1, n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi (n1 crd) c-acp pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, av ord, pns12 vhb dt n2 cst vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, (8) chapter (DIV2) 341 Page 107
2085 or that he was exceedingly prest to it in the latter end of the 18th verse, or that he was exceedingly pressed to it in the latter end of the 18th verse, cc cst pns31 vbds av-vvg vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt ord n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 341 Page 107
2086 as also v. 19, 20. My spirit within me Constraineth me. as also v. 19, 20. My Spirit within me Constrains me. c-acp av n1 crd, crd po11 n1 p-acp pno11 vvz pno11. (8) chapter (DIV2) 341 Page 107
2087 Behold my belly is as wine which hath no vent, &c. I will speake that I may be refreshed. Behold my belly is as wine which hath no vent, etc. I will speak that I may be refreshed. vvb po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1 r-crq vhz dx n1, av pns11 vmb vvi cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 341 Page 107
2088 Fourthly, in the two last verses, he tells us what caution, yea what conscience he meant to use in speaking ( v. 20.) Let me not I pray you accept any mans person: Fourthly, in the two last Verses, he tells us what caution, yea what conscience he meant to use in speaking (v. 20.) Let me not I pray you accept any men person: ord, p-acp dt crd ord n2, pns31 vvz pno12 r-crq n1, uh q-crq n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg (n1 crd) vvb pno11 xx pns11 vvb pn22 vvb d ng1 n1: (8) chapter (DIV2) 341 Page 107
2089 neither let me give flattering titles unto man, &c. I said I will answer for my part, &c. neither let me give flattering titles unto man, etc. I said I will answer for my part, etc. av-dx vvb pno11 vvb j-vvg n2 p-acp n1, av pns11 vvd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, av (8) chapter (DIV2) 341 Page 107
2090 Now you have done, I will begin; those words, I said, are not in the Hebrew text explicitely, yet are well understood. Now you have done, I will begin; those words, I said, Are not in the Hebrew text explicitly, yet Are well understood. av pn22 vhb vdn, pns11 vmb vvi; d n2, pns11 vvd, vbr xx p-acp dt njp n1 j, av vbr av vvn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 342 Page 107
2091 I will answer for my part, that is, (as some conceive, the force of the phrase) I will answer with my strength, I will answer for my part, that is, (as Some conceive, the force of the phrase) I will answer with my strength, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, cst vbz, (c-acp d vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt n1) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 342 Page 107
2092 and might, I will put my shoulders to it; and might, I will put my shoulders to it; cc n1, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2 p-acp pn31; (8) chapter (DIV2) 342 Page 107
2093 but better Grammarians conclude, that the word imports, A mans share or portion in any worke to be done, rather then the strength which the workman useth or puts forth in doing it. but better Grammarians conclude, that the word imports, A men share or portion in any work to be done, rather then the strength which the workman uses or puts forth in doing it. cc-acp jc n2 vvi, cst dt n1 vvz, dt ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, av-c cs dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz av p-acp vdg pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 342 Page 107
2094 And so the sence is plaine, as if Elihu had said, they have done their part, they have gone to the utmost of their line; And so the sense is plain, as if Elihu had said, they have done their part, they have gone to the utmost of their line; cc av dt n1 vbz j, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pns32 vhb vdn po32 n1, pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j pp-f po32 n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 342 Page 107
2095 now I see it falls to my turne to speak, and I will do what falls to my turne, I will answer also for my part. now I see it falls to my turn to speak, and I will do what falls to my turn, I will answer also for my part. av pns11 vvb pn31 vvz p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pns11 vmb vdi r-crq vvz p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp po11 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 342 Page 107
2096 I also will shew my opinion. We had these words in the negative at the 6th verse; I also will show my opinion. We had these words in the negative At the 6th verse; pns11 av vmb vvi po11 n1. pns12 vhd d n2 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt ord n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 342 Page 107
2097 There Elihu sayd, I was afraid and durst not shew you my opinion; There Elihu said, I was afraid and durst not show you my opinion; pc-acp np1 vvd, pns11 vbds j cc vvd xx vvi pn22 po11 n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 343 Page 107
2098 But here, as also before ( v. 10.) Elihu had taken courage and was resolved to shew his opinion. I shall not stay upon any opening of this clause, only I shall note two or three things briefely from it; But Here, as also before (v. 10.) Elihu had taken courage and was resolved to show his opinion. I shall not stay upon any opening of this clause, only I shall note two or three things briefly from it; p-acp av, c-acp av c-acp (n1 crd) np1 vhd vvn n1 cc vbds vvn p-acp vvi po31 n1. pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n-vvg pp-f d n1, av-j pns11 vmb vvi crd cc crd n2 av-j p-acp pn31; (8) chapter (DIV2) 343 Page 108
2099 as connected with the former verse. There we had Elihu waiting, here we have him purposing to speake. Hence note. as connected with the former verse. There we had Elihu waiting, Here we have him purposing to speak. Hence note. c-acp vvn p-acp dt j n1. a-acp pns12 vhd np1 vvg, av pns12 vhb pno31 vvg pc-acp vvi. av vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 343 Page 108
2100 They who consider and waite before they speake, speake most prevailingly, most weightily. They who Consider and wait before they speak, speak most prevailingly, most weightily. pns32 r-crq vvb cc vvi c-acp pns32 vvb, vvb av-ds av-vvg, av-ds av-j. (8) chapter (DIV2) 344 Page 108
2101 It was long ere Elihu ventured to speake, but when he did, he did it to purpose and with full effect. It was long ere Elihu ventured to speak, but when he did, he did it to purpose and with full Effect. pn31 vbds av-j c-acp np1 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vdd, pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp j n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 345 Page 108
2102 That which comes from our owne heart, is most like to take upon the hearts of others; That which comes from our own heart, is most like to take upon the hearts of Others; d r-crq vvz p-acp po12 d n1, vbz av-ds av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn; (8) chapter (DIV2) 345 Page 108
2103 they speake as much from their hearts as with their tongues, whom we see long waiting before we heare them speaking. they speak as much from their hearts as with their tongues, whom we see long waiting before we hear them speaking. pns32 vvb p-acp d p-acp po32 n2 c-acp p-acp po32 n2, ro-crq pns12 vvb av-j vvg c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 vvg. (8) chapter (DIV2) 345 Page 108
2104 And therefore, it is not good, no not for good speakers, to be speaking before they have been waiting; And Therefore, it is not good, no not for good Speakers, to be speaking before they have been waiting; cc av, pn31 vbz xx j, uh-dx xx p-acp j n2, pc-acp vbi vvg c-acp pns32 vhb vbn vvg; (8) chapter (DIV2) 345 Page 108
2105 many through hast bring forth untimely births, and unripe fruit; Elihu could say, I have waited, before he sayd, I will answer for my part. Secondly, Note. many through haste bring forth untimely births, and unripe fruit; Elihu could say, I have waited, before he said, I will answer for my part. Secondly, Note. d p-acp n1 vvi av j n2, cc j n1; np1 vmd vvi, pns11 vhb vvn, c-acp pns31 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1. ord, n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 345 Page 108
2106 We ought to observe order in speaking, and act our proper part. We ought to observe order in speaking, and act our proper part. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vvg, cc vvi po12 j n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 346 Page 108
2107 I will answer for my part (saith Elihu ) or my turne is come to answer. I will answer for my part (Says Elihu) or my turn is come to answer. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1 (vvz np1) cc po11 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 347 Page 108
2108 The Apostle Paul gives this rule at large (1 Cor: 14.28, 29, 30.) He would have no Interruption, no confusion in Church-meetings, or Church-speakings. The Apostle Paul gives this Rule At large (1 Cor: 14.28, 29, 30.) He would have no Interruption, no confusion in church-meetings, or Church-speakings. dt n1 np1 vvz d n1 p-acp j (vvd np1: crd, crd, crd) pns31 vmd vhi dx n1, dx n1 p-acp n2, cc j. (8) chapter (DIV2) 347 Page 108
2109 Thirdly, When he saith, I will answer also for my part, I also will shew mine opinion. Note. Thirdly, When he Says, I will answer also for my part, I also will show mine opinion. Note. ord, c-crq pns31 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp po11 n1, pns11 av vmb vvi po11 n1. n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 348 Page 108
2110 He that hath received a gift or talent, should make use of it, and not hide it. He that hath received a gift or talon, should make use of it, and not hide it. pns31 cst vhz vvn dt n1 cc n1, vmd vvi n1 pp-f pn31, cc xx vvi pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 349 Page 108
2111 It is good to be doing our part, and shewing our opinion where we may be usefull. It is good to be doing our part, and showing our opinion where we may be useful. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vdg po12 n1, cc vvg po12 n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vbi j. (8) chapter (DIV2) 350 Page 108
2112 Some love to act other mens parts rather then their owne, and to intrude into Provinces which are not theirs. some love to act other men's parts rather then their own, and to intrude into Provinces which Are not theirs. d n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn ng2 n2 av-c cs po32 d, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 r-crq vbr xx png32. (8) chapter (DIV2) 350 Page 108
2113 But whatsoever our hand findes to doe (as Solomon speakes, Eccl: 9.10.) that is, whatsoever is, But whatsoever our hand finds to doe (as Solomon speaks, Ecclesiastes: 9.10.) that is, whatsoever is, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp n1 (c-acp np1 vvz, np1: crd.) cst vbz, r-crq vbz, (8) chapter (DIV2) 350 Page 108
2135 My spirit in my belly Constraineth me. Master Broughton renders, My bellyes spirit doth press me: My Spirit in my belly Constrains me. Master Broughton renders, My bellies Spirit does press me: po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1 vvz pno11. n1 np1 vvz, po11 n2 n1 vdz vvi pno11: (8) chapter (DIV2) 359 Page 110
4567 The imputing of a crime to a man, is more and worse, then the denying him a vertue, or that he is vertuous. Hence note. The imputing of a crime to a man, is more and Worse, then the denying him a virtue, or that he is virtuous. Hence note. dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-dc cc av-jc, cs dt vvg pno31 dt n1, cc cst pns31 vbz j. av vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 230
2114 as Elihu here calls it, our part, that we should doe with all our might. More was given about using our talent and shewing our opinion at the 10th verse of this Chapter, whether I referre the reader. as Elihu Here calls it, our part, that we should do with all our might. More was given about using our talon and showing our opinion At the 10th verse of this Chapter, whither I refer the reader. c-acp np1 av vvz pn31, po12 n1, cst pns12 vmd vdi p-acp d po12 n1. n1 vbds vvn p-acp vvg po12 n1 cc vvg po12 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, cs pns11 vvb dt n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 350 Page 108
2115 Fourthly, Elihu was here but an auditor, not a disputant, not a party, he came in only upon the by; Fourthly, Elihu was Here but an auditor, not a disputant, not a party, he Come in only upon the by; ord, np1 vbds av p-acp dt n1, xx dt n1, xx dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp av-j p-acp dt a-acp; (8) chapter (DIV2) 351 Page 109
2116 yet having received a word he utters it. Hence note. yet having received a word he utters it. Hence note. av vhg vvn dt n1 pns31 vvz pn31. av vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 351 Page 109
2117 Every man should thinke himselfe Concern'd to speake for the truth, when 'tis wronged, and doe his best to right it. Every man should think himself Concerned to speak for the truth, when it's wronged, and do his best to right it. np1 n1 vmd vvi px31 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, cc vdb po31 js pc-acp vvi pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 352 Page 109
2118 Or we should take all occasions and seasons of doing good by our words as well as by our workes. Or we should take all occasions and seasons of doing good by our words as well as by our works. cc pns12 vmd vvi d n2 cc n2 pp-f vdg j p-acp po12 n2 c-acp av c-acp p-acp po12 n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 353 Page 109
2119 As it is not good to out•un providence, so to neglect or foreslow it is not good. Lastly, Observe. As it is not good to out•un providence, so to neglect or foreslow it is not good. Lastly, Observe. p-acp pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi n1, av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 vbz xx j. ord, vvb. (8) chapter (DIV2) 353 Page 109
2120 What others fayle in, we should labour to supply in the cause of God, and for his truth. What Others fail in, we should labour to supply in the cause of God, and for his truth. q-crq n2-jn vvb p-acp, pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp po31 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 354 Page 109
2121 It is a proverbiall speech among the Hebrewes; Where there is not a man, there be thou a man; It is a proverbial speech among the Hebrews; Where there is not a man, there be thou a man; pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt njpg2; c-crq pc-acp vbz xx dt n1, pc-acp vbi pns21 dt n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 355 Page 109
2122 That is, if we see any unable to carry on and goe thorow-stitch with the worke before them, we should lend a hand to helpe and supply them; That is, if we see any unable to carry on and go thoroughstitch with the work before them, we should lend a hand to help and supply them; cst vbz, cs pns12 vvb d j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32; (8) chapter (DIV2) 355 Page 109
2123 thus saith Elihu, I will answer for my part, I also will shew mine opinion. thus Says Elihu, I will answer for my part, I also will show mine opinion. av vvz np1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, pns11 av vmb vvi po11 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 355 Page 109
2124 And it seemes (by that which follows) Elihu did so, not only to answer his duty, And it seems (by that which follows) Elihu did so, not only to answer his duty, cc pn31 vvz (p-acp d r-crq vvz) np1 vdd av, xx av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 355 Page 109
2125 but to empty and ease his spirit. For but to empty and ease his Spirit. For cc-acp p-acp j cc vvi po31 n1. p-acp (8) chapter (DIV2) 355 Page 109
2126 In the 18th, 19th, and 20th verses, he gives us that further account of his interposition about this controversie. In the 18th, 19th, and 20th Verses, he gives us that further account of his interposition about this controversy. p-acp dt ord, ord, cc ord n2, pns31 vvz pno12 d jc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 356 Page 109
2127 Vers. 18. For I am full of matter. Yea I am under a mighty Constraint; there is a kinde of force upon me, The Spirit within me Constraineth me. I am full of matter. Vers. 18. For I am full of matter. Yea I am under a mighty Constraint; there is a kind of force upon me, The Spirit within me Constrains me. I am full of matter. np1 crd c-acp pns11 vbm j pp-f n1. uh pns11 vbm p-acp dt j n1; pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11, dt n1 p-acp pno11 vvz pno11. pns11 vbm j pp-f n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 356 Page 109
2128 The Original is, I am full of words; yet of more then words, as appeares in the following part of this Chapter; The Original is, I am full of words; yet of more then words, as appears in the following part of this Chapter; dt j-jn vbz, pns11 vbm j pp-f n2; av pp-f av-dc cs n2, c-acp vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 358 Page 109
2129 therefore we translate, I am full of matter; that is, I am full of such words as are materiall; Therefore we translate, I am full of matter; that is, I am full of such words as Are material; av pns12 vvb, pns11 vbm j pp-f n1; cst vbz, pns11 vbm j pp-f d n2 c-acp vbr j-jn; (8) chapter (DIV2) 358 Page 109
2130 words of truth, words of sobernesse: words of truth, words of soberness: n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f n1: (8) chapter (DIV2) 358 Page 109
2131 I am full of such words as will carry with them a Conviction home to thy Conscience O Job, & silence all thy complaints. I am full of such words as will carry with them a Conviction home to thy Conscience Oh Job, & silence all thy complaints. pns11 vbm j pp-f d n2 c-acp vmb vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 av-an p-acp po21 n1 uh np1, cc n1 av-d po21 n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 358 Page 109
2132 Or as if Elihu had said to Job's friends, Though ye have spent your store upon Job, yet I have store and plenty by me to spend upon him. Or as if Elihu had said to Job's Friends, Though you have spent your store upon Job, yet I have store and plenty by me to spend upon him. cc c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn p-acp npg1 n2, cs pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1 p-acp np1, av pns11 vhb n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 358 Page 109
2133 Thus he reflects upon them as scanty and short in their undertaking; your Lamps have spent their oyle, you have emptied your vessels; Thus he reflects upon them as scanty and short in their undertaking; your Lamps have spent their oil, you have emptied your vessels; av pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc j p-acp po32 n-vvg; po22 n2 vhb vvn po32 n1, pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 358 Page 109
2134 so have not I, I am full of matter. The Spirit within me Constraineth me. The text is; so have not I, I am full of matter. The Spirit within me Constrains me. The text is; av vhb xx pns11, pns11 vbm j pp-f n1. dt n1 p-acp pno11 vvz pno11. dt n1 vbz; (8) chapter (DIV2) 358 Page 109
2137 A Greek translater saith, My spirit within me sets me on fire, or, I am all in a flame. A Greek Translator Says, My Spirit within me sets me on fire, or, I am all in a flame. dt jp n1 vvz, po11 n1 p-acp pno11 vvz pno11 p-acp n1, cc, pns11 vbm d p-acp dt n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 359 Page 110
2138 The word which we render Constraine, signifies to press very sore ( Judges 14.17.) And it came to passe the seventh day, that he told her, The word which we render Constrain, signifies to press very soar (Judges 14.17.) And it Come to pass the seventh day, that he told her, dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvi, vvz pc-acp vvi av av-j (n2 crd.) cc pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi dt ord n1, cst pns31 vvd pno31, (8) chapter (DIV2) 359 Page 110
2139 because she lay sore upon him, or constrained him. It may be questioned, whose spirit, or what spi•it it was that Constrained Elihu? Because she lay soar upon him, or constrained him. It may be questioned, whose Spirit, or what spi•it it was that Constrained Elihu? c-acp pns31 vvd av-j p-acp pno31, cc vvn pno31. pn31 vmb vbi vvn, rg-crq n1, cc r-crq n1 pn31 vbds d vvn np1? (8) chapter (DIV2) 359 Page 110
2140 Some Expound it of the Spirit of God; he dictates both words and matter to me. some Expound it of the Spirit of God; he dictates both words and matter to me. d vvb pn31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vvz d n2 cc n1 p-acp pno11. (8) chapter (DIV2) 361 Page 110
2141 Master Calvin seemes to Comply with this Exposition; Master calvin seems to Comply with this Exposition; n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 361 Page 110
2142 God hath printed such a marke in the doctrine of Elihu, that the heavenly Spirit is apparent in his mouth; God hath printed such a mark in the Doctrine of Elihu, that the heavenly Spirit is apparent in his Mouth; np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt j n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 361 Page 110
2143 God (saith Elihu) hath put his Seale to what I have to say, God (Says Elihu) hath put his Seal to what I have to say, np1 (vvz np1) vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi, (8) chapter (DIV2) 361 Page 110
2144 therefore doe not receive it as the word of a mortall man, the Spirit of God Constraines me. Therefore do not receive it as the word of a Mortal man, the Spirit of God Constrains me. av vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno11. (8) chapter (DIV2) 361 Page 110
2145 Paul useth a word in the Greeke of like significancy (2 Cor. 5.14.) The love of Christ Constraineth me, it presseth and overbeareth me; Paul uses a word in the Greek of like significancy (2 Cor. 5.14.) The love of christ Constrains me, it Presseth and overbeareth me; np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt jp pp-f j n1 (crd np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno11, pn31 vvz cc vvz pno11; (8) chapter (DIV2) 361 Page 110
2146 I am not able to get out of the power of it. I am not able to get out of the power of it. pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 361 Page 110
2147 Againe, Others understand it of his owne spirit, yet acted by the Spirit of God ( Prov: 29.11.) A foole uttereth all his spirit; Again, Others understand it of his own Spirit, yet acted by the Spirit of God (Curae: 29.11.) A fool utters all his Spirit; av, n2-jn vvb pn31 pp-f po31 d n1, av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvz d po31 n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 362 Page 110
2148 we translate, all his minde; the spirit pressing Elihu was his mind carried strongly or resolvedly bent upon this business. we translate, all his mind; the Spirit pressing Elihu was his mind carried strongly or resolvedly bent upon this business. pns12 vvb, d po31 n1; dt n1 vvg np1 vbds po31 n1 vvd av-j cc av-vvn vvd p-acp d n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 362 Page 110
2149 The strong inclination or disposition of a mans mind to any thing good or bad, is in Scripture language called his Spirit. The Spirit within me. The Hebrew is, The spirit of my belly; The strong inclination or disposition of a men mind to any thing good or bad, is in Scripture language called his Spirit. The Spirit within me. The Hebrew is, The Spirit of my belly; dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n1 j cc j, vbz p-acp n1 n1 vvn po31 n1. dt n1 p-acp pno11. dt njp vbz, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 362 Page 110
2150 Which forme of speech notes only that which is most internall, or lyeth closest within us. Which Form of speech notes only that which is most internal, or lies closest within us. r-crq n1 pp-f n1 n2 av-j cst r-crq vbz av-ds j, cc vvz js p-acp pno12. (8) chapter (DIV2) 363 Page 110
2151 Solomon saith of the words of wisdome ( Prov: 22.18.) It is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; Solomon Says of the words of Wisdom (Curae: 22.18.) It is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; np1 vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) pn31 vbz dt j n1 cs pns21 vvb pno32 p-acp pno21; (8) chapter (DIV2) 363 Page 110
2152 The Original is, in thy belly. (John 7.38.) Out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water; The Original is, in thy belly. (John 7.38.) Out of his belly shall flow Rivers of living water; dt j-jn vbz, p-acp po21 n1. (np1 crd.) av pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi n2 pp-f j-vvg n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 363 Page 110
2153 That is, out of his inward man; That is, out of his inward man; cst vbz, av pp-f po31 j n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 363 Page 110
2154 there shall be a spirit in his spirit (for this Christ spake of the Spirit which should be given) and the same word is used of the wicked man ( Job 15.35.) His belly (that is, his mind or understanding) prepareth deceit. And Solomon (Cant: 7.2.) speaking of the Church, saith, Her belly is like an heap of wheat set about with lillies; there shall be a Spirit in his Spirit (for this christ spoke of the Spirit which should be given) and the same word is used of the wicked man (Job 15.35.) His belly (that is, his mind or understanding) Prepareth deceit. And Solomon (Cant: 7.2.) speaking of the Church, Says, Her belly is like an heap of wheat Set about with lilies; pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp d np1 vvd pp-f dt n1 r-crq vmd vbi vvn) cc dt d n1 vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1 (np1 crd.) po31 n1 (cst vbz, po31 n1 cc n1) vvz n1. cc np1 (n1: crd.) vvg pp-f dt n1, vvz, po31 n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn a-acp p-acp n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 363 Page 110
2155 That is, she is big with holy thoughts and conceptions, as a woman great with child, ready to be delivered. That is, she is big with holy thoughts and conceptions, as a woman great with child, ready to be Delivered. cst vbz, pns31 vbz j p-acp j n2 cc n2, c-acp dt n1 j p-acp n1, j pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 363 Page 111
2178 Now, saith Elihu, My belly is as new wine that hath no vent, and it is ready to burst like new bottles; Now, Says Elihu, My belly is as new wine that hath no vent, and it is ready to burst like new bottles; av, vvz np1, po11 n1 vbz a-acp j n1 cst vhz dx n1, cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av-j j n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 368 Page 112
2156 A gracious heart is continually meditating and conceiving holy things, which it brings forth, and is as it were delivered of, upon any good occasion. A gracious heart is continually meditating and conceiving holy things, which it brings forth, and is as it were Delivered of, upon any good occasion. dt j n1 vbz av-j vvg cc vvg j n2, r-crq pn31 vvz av, cc vbz p-acp pn31 vbdr vvn pp-f, p-acp d j n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 363 Page 111
2157 The spirit within me Constraineth me. The Spirit within me Constrains me. dt n1 p-acp pno11 vvz pno11. (8) chapter (DIV2) 363 Page 111
2158 What Elihu had thus spoken in plaine termes by way of assertion in this verse, he illustrates by way of similitude or allusion in the next. What Elihu had thus spoken in plain terms by Way of assertion in this verse, he illustrates by Way of similitude or allusion in the next. q-crq np1 vhd av vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt ord. (8) chapter (DIV2) 364 Page 111
2159 Vers. 19. Behold, my belly is as wine which hath no vent, it is ready to burst like new bottles. Vers. 19. Behold, my belly is as wine which hath no vent, it is ready to burst like new bottles. np1 crd vvb, po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1 r-crq vhz dx n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av-j j n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 364 Page 111
2160 Elihu prosecutes the same thing in another way; Elihu prosecutes the same thing in Another Way; np1 vvz dt d n1 p-acp j-jn n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 365 Page 111
2161 and to shew how troublesome it was to refraine speaking any longer, his thoughts being not only too many, and to show how troublesome it was to refrain speaking any longer, his thoughts being not only too many, cc pc-acp vvi c-crq j pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi vvg d av-jc, po31 n2 vbg xx av-j av d, (8) chapter (DIV2) 365 Page 111
2162 but too working to be enclosed in so narrow a roome as his owne breast, he compares them to wine, but too working to be enclosed in so narrow a room as his own breast, he compares them to wine, cc-acp av vvg pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 365 Page 111
2163 or to new wine, which will either find or make its way out. or to new wine, which will either find or make its Way out. cc p-acp j n1, r-crq vmb d vvi cc vvi po31 n1 av. (8) chapter (DIV2) 365 Page 111
2164 The whole similitude is exceeding elegant, First, he compares his thoughts, or the matter he had in his mind to wine. The Whole similitude is exceeding elegant, First, he compares his thoughts, or the matter he had in his mind to wine. dt j-jn n1 vbz av-vvg j, ord, pns31 vvz po31 n2, cc dt n1 pns31 vhd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 366 Page 111
2165 Secondly, he compares his soule or spirit to bottles, his inward man was the vessell that held this wine. Secondly, he compares his soul or Spirit to bottles, his inward man was the vessel that held this wine. ord, pns31 vvz po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, po31 j n1 vbds dt n1 cst vvd d n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 366 Page 111
2166 Thirdly, he compares his long silence to the stople or Corke of the bottle. Thirdly, he compares his long silence to the stople or Cork of the Bottle. ord, pns31 vvz po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 366 Page 111
2167 Fourthly, he compares that trouble and griefe of mind which this forbearance to speake brought upon him, to the working which is in a bottle so stopt, or having no vent. Fourthly, he compares that trouble and grief of mind which this forbearance to speak brought upon him, to the working which is in a Bottle so stopped, or having no vent. ord, pns31 vvz d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 r-crq d n1 pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n-vvg r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 av vvn, cc vhg dx n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 366 Page 111
2168 Fifthly, he compares his intended speaking to the opening of the bottle which gives it vent. Fifthly, he compares his intended speaking to the opening of the Bottle which gives it vent. ord, pns31 vvz po31 j-vvn vvg p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz pn31 vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 366 Page 111
2169 Behold, my belly is as wine; that is, the thoughts of my belly are as wine. Behold, my belly is as wine; that is, the thoughts of my belly Are as wine. vvb, po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1; cst vbz, dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 vbr p-acp n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 366 Page 111
2170 The Chaldee Paraphrase saith, as new wine, which is full of spirits, and being stopt is ready to breake the bottle; The Chaldee paraphrase Says, as new wine, which is full of spirits, and being stopped is ready to break the Bottle; dt np1 n1 vvz, p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz j pp-f n2, cc vbg vvn vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 367 Page 111
2171 which shews the mighty force which Elihu's thoughts had upon him, they would out, there was no stopping of them. which shows the mighty force which Elihu's thoughts had upon him, they would out, there was no stopping of them. r-crq vvz dt j n1 r-crq npg1 n2 vhd p-acp pno31, pns32 vmd av, pc-acp vbds dx vvg pp-f pno32. (8) chapter (DIV2) 367 Page 111
2172 Christ saith, ( Math: 9.17.) No man putteth new wine into old bottles, but men put new wine into new bottles; christ Says, (Math: 9.17.) No man putteth new wine into old bottles, but men put new wine into new bottles; np1 vvz, (np1: crd.) dx n1 vvz j n1 p-acp j n2, p-acp n2 vvb j n1 p-acp j n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 367 Page 111
2173 why? because they are stronger, and so more fit to preserve the wine; My belly is as wine. why? Because they Are Stronger, and so more fit to preserve the wine; My belly is as wine. q-crq? c-acp pns32 vbr jc, cc av av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt n1; po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 367 Page 111
2174 It is ready to burst like new bottles. The word which we render bottles, is never used in Scripture elsewhere in this sence, It is ready to burst like new bottles. The word which we render bottles, is never used in Scripture elsewhere in this sense, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av-j j n2. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb n2, vbz av-x vvn p-acp n1 av p-acp d n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 367 Page 112
2175 but it is often used to signifie Wizards, or such as have familiar Spirits ( Isa: 8.19. but it is often used to signify Wizards, or such as have familiar Spirits (Isaiah: 8.19. cc-acp pn31 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi n2, cc d c-acp vhb j-jn n2 (np1: crd. (8) chapter (DIV2) 368 Page 112
2176 Isa: 29.4.) because they who used those hellish arts by compact with the Devill, did speak out of their belly, Isaiah: 29.4.) Because they who used those hellish arts by compact with the devil, did speak out of their belly, np1: crd.) c-acp pns32 r-crq vvd d j n2 p-acp j p-acp dt n1, vdd vvi av pp-f po32 n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 368 Page 112
2177 & so as it were, out of a bottle. & so as it were, out of a Bottle. cc av c-acp pn31 vbdr, av pp-f dt n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 368 Page 112
2179 even new bottles will break, unlesse the new wine have some vent. even new bottles will break, unless the new wine have Some vent. av j n2 vmb vvi, cs dt j n1 vhb d n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 368 Page 112
2180 And because though new bottles be stronger then old to keepe in wine, yet the wine may be so strong as to breake them, And Because though new bottles be Stronger then old to keep in wine, yet the wine may be so strong as to break them, cc c-acp cs j n2 vbb jc cs j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, av dt n1 vmb vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, (8) chapter (DIV2) 368 Page 112
2181 therefore Elihu here-by shewes that his desire or necessity of speaking was so urgent upon him, that though he should strengthen himselfe, Therefore Elihu hereby shows that his desire or necessity of speaking was so urgent upon him, that though he should strengthen himself, av np1 av vvz cst po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg vbds av j p-acp pno31, cst cs pns31 vmd vvi px31, (8) chapter (DIV2) 368 Page 112
2182 yea strive with himselfe as much as he could to refraine from speaking, yet speake he must. yea strive with himself as much as he could to refrain from speaking, yet speak he must. uh vvb p-acp px31 p-acp d c-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, av vvb pns31 vmb. (8) chapter (DIV2) 368 Page 112
2183 I am full of matter, &c. Observe, First. I am full of matter, etc. Observe, First. pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, av vvb, ord. (8) chapter (DIV2) 368 Page 112
2184 A man should not speak, especially in weighty matters, till himselfe be well stored with matter. Secondly, Observe. A man should not speak, especially in weighty matters, till himself be well stored with matter. Secondly, Observe. dt n1 vmd xx vvi, av-j p-acp j n2, c-acp px31 vbb av vvn p-acp n1. ord, vvb. (8) chapter (DIV2) 369 Page 112
2185 When some vessells are drawne quite dry, and instruments spent and worne to the stumps, When Some vessels Are drawn quite dry, and Instruments spent and worn to the stumps, c-crq d n2 vbr vvn av j, cc n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2, (8) chapter (DIV2) 370 Page 112
2186 when they can neither doe nor say any more, then God fills up and furnisheth others for his purpose. when they can neither do nor say any more, then God fills up and furnisheth Others for his purpose. c-crq pns32 vmb dx vdi ccx vvi d dc, cs np1 vvz a-acp cc vvz n2-jn p-acp po31 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 370 Page 112
2187 There was not a drop more to be squeez'd out of Jobs friends; There was not a drop more to be squeezed out of Jobs Friends; a-acp vbds xx dt n1 av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f n2 n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 371 Page 112
2188 but Elihu was a full bottle ( Mal: 2.15.) there is a residue of the Spirit; but Elihu was a full Bottle (Malachi: 2.15.) there is a residue of the Spirit; cc-acp np1 vbds dt j n1 (fw-fr: crd.) pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 371 Page 112
2189 God hath more Spirit or spirituall abilities to dispose of, and bestow then he hath yet disposed of to, God hath more Spirit or spiritual abilities to dispose of, and bestow then he hath yet disposed of to, np1 vhz dc n1 cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f, cc vvi cs pns31 vhz av vvn pp-f p-acp, (8) chapter (DIV2) 371 Page 112
2190 or bestowed upon any one or all the sons of men. Thirdly, Note. God can furnish Instruments with proper gifts for the worke which he Calls them to. or bestowed upon any one or all the Sons of men. Thirdly, Note. God can furnish Instruments with proper Gifts for the work which he Calls them to. cc vvn p-acp d crd cc d dt n2 pp-f n2. ord, n1. np1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp. (8) chapter (DIV2) 371 Page 112
2191 Here was a man Cut out on purpose for this worke, he was Clothed with a spirit of prudence and courage, Here was a man cut out on purpose for this work, he was Clothed with a Spirit of prudence and courage, av vbds dt n1 vvd av p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 373 Page 112
2192 as well as with a spirit of discerning. as well as with a Spirit of discerning. c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg. (8) chapter (DIV2) 373 Page 112
2193 We have a wonderfull Example of this in Luther, who came forth against all the powers of the papacy. We have a wonderful Exampl of this in Luther, who Come forth against all the Powers of the papacy. pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp np1, r-crq vvd av p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 373 Page 113
2194 What a spirit had he? his was a spirit of might, his spirit Constrained him, his belly was like a bottle full of new wine, there was no stopping of it. What a Spirit had he? his was a Spirit of might, his Spirit Constrained him, his belly was like a Bottle full of new wine, there was no stopping of it. q-crq dt n1 vhd pns31? po31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, po31 n1 vvn pno31, po31 n1 vbds av-j dt n1 j pp-f j n1, pc-acp vbds dx vvg pp-f pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 373 Page 113
2195 Others would have been daunted and cowed downe with the tenth of that opposition which he met with, Others would have been daunted and cowed down with the tenth of that opposition which he met with, n2-jn vmd vhi vbn vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp, (8) chapter (DIV2) 373 Page 113
2196 but he was bold as a Lyon, who turneth not aside. but he was bold as a lion, who turns not aside. cc-acp pns31 vbds j c-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz xx av. (8) chapter (DIV2) 373 Page 113
2197 Againe, Why did Elihu come forth? why did his spirit constraine him? what made his belly like wine? Some charge him with pride and arrogancy of spirit, Again, Why did Elihu come forth? why did his Spirit constrain him? what made his belly like wine? some charge him with pride and arrogance of Spirit, av, q-crq vdd np1 vvb av? q-crq vdd po31 n1 vvi pno31? q-crq vvd po31 n1 av-j n1? d vvb pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 374 Page 113
2198 as if he did it out of vaine ostentation, to shew his parts and gifts, to set himselfe above those other Worthyes who had dealt and discoursed with Job before. as if he did it out of vain ostentation, to show his parts and Gifts, to Set himself above those other Worthies who had dealt and discoursed with Job before. c-acp cs pns31 vdd pn31 av pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d j-jn n2-jn r-crq vhd vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 a-acp. (8) chapter (DIV2) 374 Page 113
2199 But we have reason enough (considering what he spake, and what the issue of his speaking was) to determine, that he was moved with a zeale for God, But we have reason enough (considering what he spoke, and what the issue of his speaking was) to determine, that he was moved with a zeal for God, cc-acp pns12 vhb n1 av-d (vvg r-crq pns31 vvd, cc q-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg vbds) pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 374 Page 113
2200 and to doe good to Job, not with a spirit of pride, to shew his learning, wit or wisdome among men; and to do good to Job, not with a Spirit of pride, to show his learning, wit or Wisdom among men; cc pc-acp vdi j p-acp np1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 374 Page 113
2201 and therefore we finde that when the whole matter was brought to an issue, and God himselfe came to deale with Job and his three friends, God commends Job, and reproves his three friends, and Therefore we find that when the Whole matter was brought to an issue, and God himself Come to deal with Job and his three Friends, God commends Job, and reproves his three Friends, cc av pns12 vvb cst c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc np1 px31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc po31 crd n2, np1 vvz n1, cc vvz po31 crd n2, (8) chapter (DIV2) 374 Page 113
2202 but there is no reproofe upon Elihu. Now for as much as God himselfe doth not charge him, what hath man to doe to charge him? Not only charity but reason and judgement command us to thinke his designe honest, but there is no reproof upon Elihu. Now for as much as God himself does not charge him, what hath man to do to charge him? Not only charity but reason and judgement command us to think his Design honest, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1. av p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 px31 vdz xx vvi pno31, r-crq vhz n1 pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi pno31? xx av-j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j, (8) chapter (DIV2) 374 Page 113
2203 and his aymes sincere, while he professeth under so vehement an impulse or impression upon his spirit to engage and speake in this matter. Hence note, Thirdly. and his aims sincere, while he Professes under so vehement an impulse or impression upon his Spirit to engage and speak in this matter. Hence note, Thirdly. cc po31 n2 j, cs pns31 vvz p-acp av j dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1. av vvi, ord. (8) chapter (DIV2) 374 Page 113
2204 To see truth ill handled, should fill our spirits with much zeal for God. To see truth ill handled, should fill our spirits with much zeal for God. p-acp vvi n1 av-jn vvn, vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp np1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 375 Page 113
2205 That was it which drew Elihu to this engagement, he saw those men (though good men) had put a disguise upon the things and dealings of God; That was it which drew Elihu to this engagement, he saw those men (though good men) had put a disguise upon the things and dealings of God; cst vbds pn31 r-crq vvd np1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vvd d n2 (cs j n2) vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f np1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 376 Page 113
2206 and if men disguise the truth, and maintaine error, if they deface the doctrines of faith and pure worship, with their owne phansies and false glosses, it should kindle a holy fire and fervour of spirit in us, to assert and vindicate the truth. and if men disguise the truth, and maintain error, if they deface the doctrines of faith and pure worship, with their own fancies and false Glosses, it should kindle a holy fire and fervour of Spirit in us, to assert and vindicate the truth. cc cs n2 vvb dt n1, cc vvi n1, cs pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1, p-acp po32 d n2 cc j n2, pn31 vmd vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvb cc vvi dt n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 376 Page 113
2207 Our spirit within us (in all such cases) should Constraine us. Fifthly: Our Spirit within us (in all such cases) should Constrain us. Fifthly: po12 n1 p-acp pno12 (p-acp d d n2) vmd vvi pno12. ord: (8) chapter (DIV2) 376 Page 113
2208 In that Elihu was so Constrained and pressed in spirit, as wine which hath no vent, In that Elihu was so Constrained and pressed in Spirit, as wine which hath no vent, p-acp d np1 vbds av vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, c-acp n1 r-crq vhz dx n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 377 Page 113
2209 or as a woman with Child ready to travell. Note. or as a woman with Child ready to travel. Note. cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 j pc-acp vvi. n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 377 Page 113
2210 It is a paine not to speake when we have much to utter, and much minde to utter it. It is a pain not to speak when we have much to utter, and much mind to utter it. pn31 vbz dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vhb av-d pc-acp vvi, cc d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 378 Page 114
2211 When El•hu was full he had a Constraint upon him to vent his opinion. When El•hu was full he had a Constraint upon him to vent his opinion. c-crq np1 vbds j pns31 vhd dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2212 David saith ( Psal: 39.1, 2, 3.) I held my peace, even from good words; David Says (Psalm: 39.1, 2, 3.) I held my peace, even from good words; np1 vvz (np1: crd, crd, crd) pns11 vvd po11 n1, av p-acp j n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2213 (he did not only forbeare idle and evill discourse, but refrain'd from good) but it was a trouble to him not to speak, especially not to speak good words; (he did not only forbear idle and evil discourse, but refrained from good) but it was a trouble to him not to speak, especially not to speak good words; (pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi j cc j-jn n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp j) cc-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp pno31 xx pc-acp vvi, av-j xx pc-acp vvi j n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2214 therefore he adds, My heart waxed hot within me. Jeremy found it no easie worke to keepe in words; Therefore he adds, My heart waxed hight within me. Jeremiah found it no easy work to keep in words; av pns31 vvz, po11 n1 vvd j p-acp pno11. np1 vvd pn31 dx j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2215 yea, he describes himselfe as much pained by not delivering his minde, as a woman is when not delivered in child-birth ( Jer: 20.9.) Then said I, I will not make mention of him, yea, he describes himself as much pained by not delivering his mind, as a woman is when not Delivered in childbirth (Jer: 20.9.) Then said I, I will not make mention of him, uh, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp d vvd a-acp xx vvg po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz c-crq xx vvn p-acp n1 (np1: crd.) av vvd pns11, pns11 vmb xx vvi n1 pp-f pno31, (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2216 nor speak any more in his name, but his word was in my heart as a burning fire shut up in my bones, nor speak any more in his name, but his word was in my heart as a burning fire shut up in my bones, ccx vvi d dc p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbds p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 vvn a-acp p-acp po11 n2, (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2217 and I was weary with forbearing, and I could not stay. There was wine, new wine in his belly, yea there was a fire within him; and I was weary with forbearing, and I could not stay. There was wine, new wine in his belly, yea there was a fire within him; cc pns11 vbds j p-acp vvg, cc pns11 vmd xx vvi. a-acp vbds n1, j n1 p-acp po31 n1, uh a-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp pno31; (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2218 as we may be weary with speaking, so with not speaking, or forbearing to speake, ( Jer: 4.19.) My bowels, my bowels, I am pained at the very heart, my heart maketh a noise in me, I cannot hold my peace. as we may be weary with speaking, so with not speaking, or forbearing to speak, (Jer: 4.19.) My bowels, my bowels, I am pained At the very heart, my heart makes a noise in me, I cannot hold my peace. c-acp pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp vvg, av p-acp xx vvg, cc vvg pc-acp vvi, (np1: crd.) po11 n2, po11 n2, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt j n1, po11 n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmbx vvi po11 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2219 Read him in the like trouble upon the same occasion ( Jer: 6.11.) Eliphaz (Chap: 4.2.) was thus pressed, Who can withhold himselfe from speaking? 'Tis a great paine, to be mind-bound, Read him in the like trouble upon the same occasion (Jer: 6.11.) Eliphaz (Chap: 4.2.) was thus pressed, Who can withhold himself from speaking? It's a great pain, to be mind-bound, vvd pno31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt d n1 (np1: crd.) np1 (n1: crd.) vbds av vvn, r-crq vmb vvi px31 p-acp vvg? pn31|vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vbi j, (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2220 or not to deliver our mind, when our mindes are full and we full of desire to deliver it. or not to deliver our mind, when our minds Are full and we full of desire to deliver it. cc xx pc-acp vvi po12 n1, c-crq po12 n2 vbr j cc pns12 j pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 379 Page 114
2221 Sixthly, When he saith, I am Constrain'd, I am like a bottle ready to burst, It teacheth us. Sixthly, When he Says, I am Constrained, I am like a Bottle ready to burst, It Teaches us. j, c-crq pns31 vvz, pns11 vbm vvn, pns11 vbm av-j dt n1 j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vvz pno12. (8) chapter (DIV2) 380 Page 114
2222 The Spirit of God doth so over-power some men, that they cannot containe. The Spirit of God does so overpower Some men, that they cannot contain. dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av vvi d n2, cst pns32 vmbx vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 380 Page 114
2223 The Pharisees and high Priests, thought to stop up the Apostles, those bottles full of the new wine of the mysteries of Christ, The Pharisees and high Priests, Thought to stop up the Apostles, those bottles full of the new wine of the Mysteres of christ, dt np2 cc j n2, vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2, d n2 j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 114
2224 and therefore gave them Counsell, yea a command to speake no more in his name. and Therefore gave them Counsel, yea a command to speak no more in his name. cc av vvd pno32 n1, uh dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-dx dc p-acp po31 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 114
2225 At the 10th verse, they said of some in a common sence, These men are full of new wine, that is, they are drunken; At the 10th verse, they said of Some in a Common sense, These men Are full of new wine, that is, they Are drunken; p-acp dt ord n1, pns32 vvd pp-f d p-acp dt j n1, d n2 vbr j pp-f j n1, cst vbz, pns32 vbr j; (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 114
2226 but the truth was, they were full of the Spirit, full of Gospel-truths, and like bottles full of new wine they could not hold. but the truth was, they were full of the Spirit, full of Gospel truths, and like bottles full of new wine they could not hold. cc-acp dt n1 vbds, pns32 vbdr j pp-f dt n1, j pp-f n2, cc j n2 j pp-f j n1 pns32 vmd xx vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 114
2227 And when the Pharisees and high Priests would have stopt up those bottles, and charged them that they should speak no more in the name of Jesus; And when the Pharisees and high Priests would have stopped up those bottles, and charged them that they should speak no more in the name of jesus; cc c-crq dt np2 cc j n2 vmd vhi vvn a-acp d n2, cc vvd pno32 cst pns32 vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2228 they answered, Whether it be meet to obey God or man judge ye; for we cannot but speak the things that we have seene and heard: they answered, Whither it be meet to obey God or man judge you; for we cannot but speak the things that we have seen and herd: pns32 vvd, cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi np1 cc n1 vvb pn22; c-acp pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi dt n2 cst pns12 vhb vvn cc vvn: (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2229 you may cut out our tongues if ye will, take away the organs of speech ye may, you may Cut out our tongues if you will, take away the organs of speech you may, pn22 vmb vvi av po12 n2 cs pn22 vmb, vvb av dt n2 pp-f n1 pn22 vmb, (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2230 but otherwise we cannot but speak. but otherwise we cannot but speak. cc-acp av pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2231 As it is said of Christ, they could not resist the Spirit by which he spake; As it is said of christ, they could not resist the Spirit by which he spoke; p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd; (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2232 so they were not able to resist the Spirir by which the Apostles spake. so they were not able to resist the Spirir by which the Apostles spoke. av pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi dt fw-fr p-acp r-crq dt n2 vvd. (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2233 Some have such Impulses from the Devill upon them, that they cannot but speak boldly as well as wickedly and blasphemously; some have such Impulses from the devil upon them, that they cannot but speak boldly as well as wickedly and blasphemously; d vhb d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi av-j c-acp av c-acp av-j cc av-j; (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2234 it is strange to see what some both old and new Impostors have done, their bellyes have been like bottles full of new wine, they have even burst to vent their wicked opinions. it is strange to see what Some both old and new Impostors have done, their bellies have been like bottles full of new wine, they have even burst to vent their wicked opinions. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq d d j cc j n2 vhb vdn, po32 n2 vhb vbn j n2 j pp-f j n1, pns32 vhb av vvn pc-acp vvi po32 j n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2235 Bernard discoursing of such an Opinionist in his time, saith, He hungers and thirsts for Auditors, into whose bosomes he might empty himselfe, Bernard discoursing of such an Opinionist in his time, Says, He hunger's and thirsts for Auditors, into whose bosoms he might empty himself, np1 vvg pp-f d dt np1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz, pns31 n2 cc vvz p-acp n2, p-acp rg-crq n2 pns31 vmd vvi px31, (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2236 and powre out all his sentiments, that he might appeare who and how great a man he was. and pour out all his sentiments, that he might appear who and how great a man he was. cc n1 av d po31 n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi r-crq cc c-crq j dt n1 pns31 vbds. (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2237 He careth not to teach thee what thou knowest not, nor to be taught by thee what he doth not know; He Careth not to teach thee what thou Knowest not, nor to be taught by thee what he does not know; pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi pno21 r-crq pns21 vv2 xx, ccx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno21 r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi; (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2238 but that himselfe may be knowne to know what he knoweth. but that himself may be known to know what he Knoweth. cc-acp cst px31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz. (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2239 Now if there be such pressures upon the spirits of vaine men to be delivered of their false and ayery concep•ions: Now if there be such pressures upon the spirits of vain men to be Delivered of their false and Airy concep•ions: av cs pc-acp vbb d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po32 j cc j n2: (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2240 How much more when a man hath strong impressions from the Spirit of God ('tis discernable by the matter that comes out of the bottle, How much more when a man hath strong impressions from the Spirit of God (it's discernible by the matter that comes out of the Bottle, c-crq av-d av-dc c-crq dt n1 vhz j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 cst vvz av pp-f dt n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2241 whether it be the wine of Sod•me, or of Sion ) is he unable to containe himselfe? Such a man must speake not only to instruct and refresh others, whither it be the wine of Sod•me, or of Sion) is he unable to contain himself? Such a man must speak not only to instruct and refresh Others, cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f vvb, cc pp-f np1) vbz pns31 j pc-acp vvi px31? d dt n1 vmb vvi xx av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2-jn, (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2242 but (as it followeth in the next verse) to ease and refresh himselfe. Vers. 20. I will speak that I may be refreshed. but (as it follows in the next verse) to ease and refresh himself. Vers. 20. I will speak that I may be refreshed. cc-acp (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1) pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31. np1 crd pns11 vmb vvi cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 381 Page 115
2243 The Hebrew is, That I may breath, or, I may have roome. The word properly signifies, that which is enlarged or widened; The Hebrew is, That I may breath, or, I may have room. The word properly signifies, that which is enlarged or widened; dt njp vbz, cst pns11 vmb vvi, cc, pns11 vmb vhi n1. dt n1 av-j vvz, cst r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn; (8) chapter (DIV2) 382 Page 115
2244 when a vessell is full, and you draw some of the liquor out of it, then there is room; when a vessel is full, and you draw Some of the liquour out of it, then there is room; c-crq dt n1 vbz j, cc pn22 vvb d pp-f dt n1 av pp-f pn31, cs pc-acp vbz n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 382 Page 115
2245 So saith Elihu, I will speak, that I may be refreshed, or have roome. I will open my lips, and answer. So Says Elihu, I will speak, that I may be refreshed, or have room. I will open my lips, and answer. av vvz np1, pns11 vmb vvi, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn, cc vhb n1. pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2, cc vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 382 Page 115
2246 To open the lips is a preparation to speaking; Christ opened his mouth and spake; speaking is begun with opening the mouth; To open the lips is a preparation to speaking; christ opened his Mouth and spoke; speaking is begun with opening the Mouth; pc-acp vvi dt n2 vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg; np1 vvd po31 n1 cc vvd; vvg vbz vvn p-acp vvg dt n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 383 Page 115
2247 a man may open his lips for other ends then for speaking, and a dumbe man opens his lips who cannot speake, a man may open his lips for other ends then for speaking, and a dumb man Opens his lips who cannot speak, dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp j-jn n2 av p-acp vvg, cc dt j n1 vvz po31 n2 r-crq vmbx vvi, (8) chapter (DIV2) 383 Page 115
2248 yet no man can speak without opening his lips: and why did Elihu open his lips? it was to refresh himselfe. Hence note. yet no man can speak without opening his lips: and why did Elihu open his lips? it was to refresh himself. Hence note. av dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp vvg po31 n2: cc q-crq vdd np1 vvb po31 n2? pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi px31. av vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 383 Page 116
2249 He that speaks his minde, easeth his minde. He that speaks his mind, eases his mind. pns31 cst vvz po31 n1, vvz po31 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 384 Page 116
2250 'Tis good to speak to refresh our selves, but 'tis much better to speak for the refreshing of others; It's good to speak to refresh our selves, but it's much better to speak for the refreshing of Others; pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc-acp pn31|vbz av-d jc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2-jn; (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2251 yea, we should speak. (though to our own paine) that we may refresh others, yea, we should speak. (though to our own pain) that we may refresh Others, uh, pns12 vmd vvi. (cs p-acp po12 d n1) cst pns12 vmb vvi n2-jn, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2252 and speak away their paine ( Isa: 50.4.) Thou hast given me the tongue of the learned, to speak a word in season to him that is weary; and speak away their pain (Isaiah: 50.4.) Thou hast given me the tongue of the learned, to speak a word in season to him that is weary; cc vvb av po32 n1 (np1: crd.) pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 dt n1 pp-f dt j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cst vbz j; (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2253 They are good words indeed which refresh both the speaker, and the hearers. They Are good words indeed which refresh both the speaker, and the hearers. pns32 vbr j n2 av r-crq vvb d dt n1, cc dt n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2254 But the designe of speaking is rather for the refreshing of hearers, then of the speaker. But the Design of speaking is rather for the refreshing of hearers, then of the speaker. p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg vbz av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, av pp-f dt n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2255 How vainly then doe they spend their breath in speaking, who speak without any designe of good, How vainly then do they spend their breath in speaking, who speak without any Design of good, c-crq av-j av vdb pns32 vvi po32 n1 p-acp vvg, r-crq vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f j, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2256 or of refreshing, either to themselves or others, who speak only to be applauded and taken notice of, to be cryed up and commended for eloquent speakers. or of refreshing, either to themselves or Others, who speak only to be applauded and taken notice of, to be cried up and commended for eloquent Speakers. cc pp-f vvg, av-d p-acp px32 cc n2-jn, r-crq vvb av-j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn n1 pp-f, pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp j n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2257 These are sad designes of speaking; These Are sad designs of speaking; d vbr j n2 pp-f vvg; (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2258 better be a stammerer, then such an Orator, better be dumb and not able to speake, better be a stammerer, then such an Orator, better be dumb and not able to speak, j vbb dt n1, cs d dt n1, av-jc vbi j cc xx j pc-acp vvi, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2259 then to speak for such ends, with greatest ability. then to speak for such ends, with greatest ability. cs pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, p-acp js n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2260 Unlesse we speak, that others may be informed, converted, comforted, edified, saved, some way or other bettered, we were as good hold our peace and say nothing. Unless we speak, that Others may be informed, converted, comforted, edified, saved, Some Way or other bettered, we were as good hold our peace and say nothing. cs pns12 vvb, cst n2-jn vmb vbi vvn, vvn, vvn, vvn, vvn, d n1 cc n-jn vvn, pns12 vbdr a-acp j vvb po12 n1 cc vvb pix. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2299 Secondly, He would not because he durst not give flattering titles, nor accept the persons of men. Secondly, He would not Because he durst not give flattering titles, nor accept the Persons of men. ord, pns31 vmd xx c-acp pns31 vvd xx vvi j-vvg n2, ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 395 Page 119
2261 The holy Apostle professed (1 Cor: 14.19.) I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that I might teach others also, The holy Apostle professed (1 Cor: 14.19.) I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that I might teach Others also, dt j n1 vvd (vvd np1: crd.) pns11 vhd av-c vvb crd n2 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi n2-jn av, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2262 then ten thousand words in an unknowne tongue. To speak strange words in an unknowne tongue, may gaine us a name among men; then ten thousand words in an unknown tongue. To speak strange words in an unknown tongue, may gain us a name among men; cs crd crd n2 p-acp dt j n1. pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt j n1, vmb vvi pno12 dt n1 p-acp n2; (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2263 But neither are any soules gained, nor doth any soule gaine the worth of one farthing in spirituall knowledge by hearing thousands and ten thousands of words spoken in an unknowne tongue. But neither Are any Souls gained, nor does any soul gain the worth of one farthing in spiritual knowledge by hearing thousands and ten thousands of words spoken in an unknown tongue. cc-acp d vbr d n2 vvn, ccx vdz d n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f crd n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp vvg crd cc crd crd pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2264 We should thinke all those words even as lost to us, by which we have not, at least, intended the gaine and good of others. We should think all those words even as lost to us, by which we have not, At least, intended the gain and good of Others. pns12 vmd vvi d d n2 av c-acp vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb xx, p-acp ds, vvd dt n1 cc j pp-f n2-jn. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2265 But suppose, while we sincerely intend the good of others in speaking, they get no good by what is spoken; But suppose, while we sincerely intend the good of Others in speaking, they get no good by what is spoken; cc-acp vvb, cs pns12 av-j vvb dt j pp-f n2-jn p-acp vvg, pns32 vvb dx j p-acp r-crq vbz vvn; (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2266 yet it shall not be without good to us: for as Elihu here hoped, so may we to be refreshed by it; yet it shall not be without good to us: for as Elihu Here hoped, so may we to be refreshed by it; av pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp j p-acp pno12: c-acp c-acp np1 av vvd, av vmb pns12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31; (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2267 for when a man hath discharged his duty to God and man, in speaking his mind, it cannot but be a great ease to his minde. for when a man hath discharged his duty to God and man, in speaking his mind, it cannot but be a great ease to his mind. c-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1, pn31 vmbx p-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 116
2268 Elihu had a great duty upon him, to moderate and set this businesse right between Job and his friends, to take downe that height of spirit that was in Job, and to allay that sharpnesse and bitternesse of spirit that was in his friends. Elihu had a great duty upon him, to moderate and Set this business right between Job and his Friends, to take down that height of Spirit that was in Job, and to allay that sharpness and bitterness of Spirit that was in his Friends. np1 vhd dt j n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 j-jn p-acp n1 cc po31 n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cst vbds p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cst vbds p-acp po31 n2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2269 When we have in sincerity discharged our duty to all others, and done that which our Consciences charge upon us, When we have in sincerity discharged our duty to all Others, and done that which our Consciences charge upon us, c-crq pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvn po12 n1 p-acp d n2-jn, cc vdn d r-crq po12 n2 vvb p-acp pno12, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2270 how doth it quiet and refresh our minds? and how many have been burdened and disquieted in their spirits for neglecting this duty: how does it quiet and refresh our minds? and how many have been burdened and disquieted in their spirits for neglecting this duty: q-crq vdz pn31 vvi cc vvi po12 n2? cc c-crq d vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg d n1: (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2271 They (I say) who neglecting to speake when it was incumbent upon them to speak, They (I say) who neglecting to speak when it was incumbent upon them to speak, pns32 (pns11 vvb) r-crq vvg pc-acp vvi c-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2272 and the cause of God required it, have found it a burden upon them long after. and the cause of God required it, have found it a burden upon them long After. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pn31, vhb vvn pn31 dt n1 p-acp pno32 av-j a-acp. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2273 When Mordecai had acquainted Queene Ester with the sad condition of the Jewes, (whose destruction Haman had plotted) and advised the messenger to charge her, that she should goe in unto the King to make supplication unto him, When Mordecai had acquainted Queen Ester with the sad condition of the Jews, (whose destruction Haman had plotted) and advised the Messenger to charge her, that she should go in unto the King to make supplication unto him, c-crq np1 vhd vvn n1 np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, (rg-crq n1 np1 vhd vvn) cc vvd dt n1 p-acp vvb pno31, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2274 and to make request before him for her people (Est: 4.8.) She returned him answer by the same messenger, that she could not doe this without running the hazzard of her owne life ( v. 10, 11.) yet Mordecai replyed ( v. 14.) If thou Altogether holdst thy peace (let the danger be what it will) at this time, then shall their enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jewes from another place, and to make request before him for her people (Est: 4.8.) She returned him answer by the same Messenger, that she could not do this without running the hazard of her own life (v. 10, 11.) yet Mordecai replied (v. 14.) If thou Altogether holdest thy peace (let the danger be what it will) At this time, then shall their enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from Another place, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 (fw-la: crd.) pns31 vvd pno31 vvi p-acp dt d n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vdi d p-acp vvg dt vvi pp-f po31 d n1 (n1 crd, crd) av np1 vvd (n1 crd) cs pns21 av vv2 po21 n1 (vvd dt n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb) p-acp d n1, av vmb po32 n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp dt np2 p-acp j-jn n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2275 but thou and thy fathers house shall be destroyed: but thou and thy Father's house shall be destroyed: cc-acp pns21 cc po21 ng1 n1 vmb vbi vvn: (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2276 and who knowes whether thou art come to the kingdome for such a time as this? As if he had sayd, It is thy duty to speake for thy people at such a time as this, and who knows whither thou art come to the Kingdom for such a time as this? As if he had said, It is thy duty to speak for thy people At such a time as this, cc r-crq vvz cs pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn31 vbz po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2277 and therefore if thou doest not breake through all difficulties to speake, thy silence will cost thee deare, probably thou wilt loose thy owne life by it, and Therefore if thou dost not break through all difficulties to speak, thy silence will cost thee deer, probably thou wilt lose thy own life by it, cc av cs pns21 vd2 xx vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi, po21 n1 vmb vvi pno21 j-jn, av-j pns21 vm2 vvi po21 d n1 p-acp pn31, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2278 or if not, then certainly thy conscience will trouble and vex thee for it as long as thou livest. or if not, then Certainly thy conscience will trouble and vex thee for it as long as thou Livest. cc cs xx, av av-j po21 n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pno21 p-acp pn31 p-acp j c-acp pns21 vv2. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2279 Many offend in speaking, and we may in many cases offend both God and man, Many offend in speaking, and we may in many cases offend both God and man, av-d vvb p-acp vvg, cc pns12 vmb p-acp d n2 vvi d n1 cc n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2280 yea our selves too (when we see our opportunities lost) by neglecting to speake. yea our selves too (when we see our opportunities lost) by neglecting to speak. uh po12 n2 av (c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvn) p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 117
2281 JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 21, 22. Let me not, I pray you, accept any mans person: JOB. Chap. 32. Vers. 21, 22. Let me not, I pray you, accept any men person: np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd vvb pno11 xx, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb d ng1 n1: (9) chapter (DIV2) 385 Page 118
2282 neither let me give flattering titles unto man. For I know not to give flattering titles: neither let me give flattering titles unto man. For I know not to give flattering titles: av-dx vvb pno11 vvb j-vvg n2 p-acp n1. c-acp pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2: (9) chapter (DIV2) 386 Page 118
2283 in so doing, my Maker would soon take me away. in so doing, my Maker would soon take me away. p-acp av vdg, po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 387 Page 118
2284 IN these two verses Elihu concludes (in which he had continued long) the Preface to his following discourse and procedure with Job; Here also he acquaints us in what manner he meant to proceed with him; IN these two Verses Elihu concludes (in which he had continued long) the Preface to his following discourse and procedure with Job; Here also he acquaints us in what manner he meant to proceed with him; p-acp d crd n2 np1 vvz (p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn av-j) dt n1 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1 cc vvi p-acp n1; av av pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (9) chapter (DIV2) 388 Page 118
2285 about which we may consider two things. First, His resolvednesse or the setlednesse of his purpose what course to take. about which we may Consider two things. First, His resolvedness or the Settledness of his purpose what course to take. p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi crd n2. ord, po31 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi. (9) chapter (DIV2) 388 Page 118
2286 Secondly, the reasons which moved him to it. The former he expresseth negatively in the 21th verse, and that in two points. Secondly, the Reasons which moved him to it. The former he Expresses negatively in the 21th verse, and that in two points. ord, dt n2 r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp pn31. dt j pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt ord n1, cc cst p-acp crd n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 389 Page 118
2287 First, He would not accept any mans person. Secondly, He would not give flattering titles unto man. First, He would not accept any men person. Secondly, He would not give flattering titles unto man. ord, pns31 vmd xx vvi d ng1 n1. ord, pns31 vmd xx vvi vvg n2 p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 390 Page 118
2288 These two negatives (as the negative precepts in the Law of God) are to be understood with their affirmatives! These two negatives (as the negative Precepts in the Law of God) Are to be understood with their affirmatives! d crd n2-jn (p-acp dt j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2-j! (9) chapter (DIV2) 392 Page 118
2289 I will not accept any mans person, is, I will have and give an equall, I will not accept any men person, is, I will have and give an equal, pns11 vmb xx vvi d ng1 n1, vbz, pns11 vmb vhb cc vvi dt j-jn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 392 Page 118
2290 or neither a more nor lesse (to the best of my understanding) then a due regard to every mans person. or neither a more nor less (to the best of my understanding) then a due regard to every men person. cc d dt av-dc ccx av-dc (p-acp dt js pp-f po11 n1) av dt j-jn n1 p-acp d ng1 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 392 Page 118
2291 And, I will not give flattering titles; And, I will not give flattering titles; np1, pns11 vmb xx vvb j-vvg n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 392 Page 118
2292 that is, I purpose to speak plainly, I will not complement men, but doe my best to accomplish the matter. that is, I purpose to speak plainly, I will not compliment men, but do my best to accomplish the matter. cst vbz, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j, pns11 vmb xx vvi n2, cc-acp vdb po11 js pc-acp vvi dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 392 Page 118
2293 And as he assures us how he will proceed in this 11th verse, so And as he assures us how he will proceed in this 11th verse, so cc c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d ord n1, av (9) chapter (DIV2) 392 Page 118
2294 Secondly, He gives us the reasons of this his intended impartiall, plaine, and down-right proceeding in the 22d. These reasons are two-fold. Secondly, He gives us the Reasons of this his intended impartial, plain, and downright proceeding in the 22d. These Reasons Are twofold. ord, pns31 vvz pno12 dt n2 pp-f d po31 j-vvn j, j, cc av-j vvg p-acp dt crd. np1 n2 vbr n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 393 Page 118
2295 First, He would not doe otherwise, because he could not with any content to himselfe. It was against the very graine of his spirit to doe otherwise; First, He would not do otherwise, Because he could not with any content to himself. It was against the very grain of his Spirit to do otherwise; ord, pns31 vmd xx vdi av, c-acp pns31 vmd xx p-acp d n1 p-acp px31. pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vdi av; (9) chapter (DIV2) 394 Page 118
2296 his disposition lay a quite contrary way, he was a man of another genius or temper, a man of another mould and make, his disposition lay a quite contrary Way, he was a man of Another genius or temper, a man of Another mould and make, po31 n1 vvd dt av j-jn n1, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc vvi, (9) chapter (DIV2) 394 Page 118
2297 then to doe such low and unworthy things, as accepting the persons of, or giving flattering titles unto men. then to do such low and unworthy things, as accepting the Persons of, or giving flattering titles unto men. cs pc-acp vdi d j cc j n2, c-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f, cc vvg vvg n2 p-acp n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 394 Page 118
2298 He is expresse in this ( v. 22.) I know not to give flattering titles. He is express in this (v. 22.) I know not to give flattering titles. pns31 vbz j p-acp d (n1 crd) pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 394 Page 118
2300 The danger and dammage he should incurre by doing so, kept him from doing so, as wel as his owne indisposition to it. The danger and damage he should incur by doing so, kept him from doing so, as well as his own indisposition to it. dt n1 cc n1 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp vdg av, vvd pno31 p-acp vdg av, c-acp av c-acp po31 d n1 p-acp pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 395 Page 119
2301 He should lay himselfe open and obnoxious to the wrath of God by such seeking the favour of men; He should lay himself open and obnoxious to the wrath of God by such seeking the favour of men; pns31 vmd vvi px31 j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d vvg dt n1 pp-f n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 395 Page 119
2302 as appeares in the close of the verse; In so doing my Maker would soon take me away. as appears in the close of the verse; In so doing my Maker would soon take me away. c-acp vvz p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1; p-acp av vdg po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 395 Page 119
2303 Thus you have the parts and purpose of these words; I shall now give a more distinct explication and account of them. Thus you have the parts and purpose of these words; I shall now give a more distinct explication and account of them. av pn22 vhb dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d n2; pns11 vmb av vvi dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (9) chapter (DIV2) 396 Page 119
2304 Vers. 21. Let me not, I pray you, accept any mans person; or, let me not now. Vers. 21. Let me not, I pray you, accept any men person; or, let me not now. np1 crd vvb pno11 xx, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb d ng1 n1; cc, vvb pno11 xx av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 396 Page 119
2305 So that particle is rendred ( Job 5.1.) Call now, if there be any that will answer thee; So that particle is rendered (Job 5.1.) Call now, if there be any that will answer thee; av cst n1 vbz vvn (np1 crd.) vvb av, cs pc-acp vbb d cst vmb vvi pno21; (9) chapter (DIV2) 397 Page 119
2306 yet 'tis an Adverb of beseeching or intreating; and therefore we render wel, Let me not, I pray you; yet it's an Adverb of beseeching or entreating; and Therefore we render well, Let me not, I pray you; av pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg; cc av pns12 vvb av, vvb pno11 xx, pns11 vvb pn22; (9) chapter (DIV2) 397 Page 119
2307 which rendring seemes to have in it these two things. As if Elihu had sayd, First, Expect not that I should, nor believe that I will doe any such thing, which rendering seems to have in it these two things. As if Elihu had said, First, Expect not that I should, nor believe that I will do any such thing, r-crq n-vvg vvz pc-acp vhi p-acp pn31 d crd n2. p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, ord, vvb xx cst pns11 vmd, ccx vvb cst pns11 vmb vdi d d n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 397 Page 119
2308 as the accepting of persons, or the giving of flattering titles. as the accepting of Persons, or the giving of flattering titles. c-acp dt vvg pp-f n2, cc dt vvg pp-f j-vvg n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 398 Page 119
2309 Secondly, Be not offended if I doe not, be not angry with me, if I deale plainly with you; Secondly, Be not offended if I do not, be not angry with me, if I deal plainly with you; ord, vbb xx vvn cs pns11 vdb xx, vbb xx j p-acp pno11, cs pns11 vvb av-j p-acp pn22; (9) chapter (DIV2) 399 Page 119
2310 pray give me leave to use my owne freedome and liberty when I am speaking; for I am resolved to doe it, and not to accept the persons of men, pray give me leave to use my own freedom and liberty when I am speaking; for I am resolved to do it, and not to accept the Persons of men, vvb vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi po11 d n1 cc n1 c-crq pns11 vbm vvg; c-acp pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vdi pn31, cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 399 Page 119
2311 nor to give them flattering titles. nor to give them flattering titles. ccx pc-acp vvi pno32 vvg n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 399 Page 119
2312 The words may be rendred also in a direct negation, Verily I will not accept any mans person. The words may be rendered also in a Direct negation, Verily I will not accept any men person. dt n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt j n1, av-j pns11 vmb xx vvi d ng1 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 399 Page 119
2313 But I shall keep to our reading. Let me not, I pray you, accept any mans person. But I shall keep to our reading. Let me not, I pray you, accept any men person. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n-vvg. vvb pno11 xx, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb d ng1 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 399 Page 119
2314 The Hebrew is, Let me not lift up any mans person; The Hebrew is, Let me not lift up any men person; dt njp vbz, vvb pno11 xx vvi a-acp d ng1 n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 119
2315 or (which the Apostle forbids) Let me not have any mans person in admiration; or (which the Apostle forbids) Let me not have any men person in admiration; cc (r-crq dt n1 vvz) vvb pno11 xx vhi d ng1 n1 p-acp n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 119
2316 I will not over-reverence any man, nor give him a respect beyond himselfe. I will not over-reverence any man, nor give him a respect beyond himself. pns11 vmb xx n1 d n1, ccx vvi pno31 dt n1 p-acp px31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 119
2317 The word which we render person, is in Hebrew, face, Let me not lift up the face of a man, or wonder at any mans face, The word which we render person, is in Hebrew, face, Let me not lift up the face of a man, or wonder At any men face, dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb n1, vbz p-acp njp, n1, vvb pno11 xx vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 119
2318 as the Septuagint often render this phrase. as the septuagint often render this phrase. c-acp dt n1 av vvi d n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 119
2319 And it is usuall to put the face, or the countenance for the person, because the face declares the person and shews who the mans is; And it is usual to put the face, or the countenance for the person, Because the face declares the person and shows who the men is; cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 cc vvz r-crq dt ng1 vbz; (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 119
2320 and it is elegantly expressed by the face, because accepting of persons, importeth a respect to others for their outside, and it is elegantly expressed by the face, Because accepting of Persons, imports a respect to Others for their outside, cc pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp vvg pp-f n2, vvz dt n1 p-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 n1-an, (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 119
2321 or in consideration of some externall glory. or in consideration of Some external glory. cc p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2322 Let me not accept the face of any man, or person, let him be who he will. Let me not accept the face of any man, or person, let him be who he will. vvb pno11 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1, vvb pno31 vbi r-crq pns31 vmb. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2323 The originall word ish, most properly signifieth an eminent, or honourable man, a learned or wise man. The original word is, most properly signifies an eminent, or honourable man, a learned or wise man. dt j-jn n1 vbz, av-ds av-j vvz dt j, cc j n1, dt j cc j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2327 for as our persons are accepted of God, so ought our persons to be accepted with one another; for as our Persons Are accepted of God, so ought our Persons to be accepted with one Another; c-acp c-acp po12 n2 vbr vvn pp-f np1, av vmd po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd j-jn; (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2328 yea, it is a duty to accept the person of a man; that is, to give him favour, honour, and due respect. yea, it is a duty to accept the person of a man; that is, to give him favour, honour, and due respect. uh, pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; d vbz, pc-acp vvi pno31 n1, n1, cc j-jn n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2329 Not only civility and humanity, but religion it selfe calls us to give outward reverence to them who excell, Not only civility and humanity, but Religion it self calls us to give outward Reverence to them who excel, xx av-j n1 cc n1, cc-acp n1 pn31 n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvi, (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2330 and are superior, either to others of our selves. and Are superior, either to Others of our selves. cc vbr j-jn, av-d p-acp n2-jn pp-f po12 n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2331 God himselfe is sayd to accept the persons of his people first, and th•• their sacrifices or services. God himself is said to accept the Persons of his people First, and th•• their Sacrifices or services. np1 px31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 ord, cc n1 po32 n2 cc n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2332 And we ought to accept the persons of men according to their differences in place and power, especially according to those gifts and Graces, which shine in them. And we ought to accept the Persons of men according to their differences in place and power, especially according to those Gifts and Graces, which shine in them. cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, av-j vvg p-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq vvb p-acp pno32. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2333 Therefore when Elihu saith, Let me not, I pray you, accept any mans person, his meaning is, let me not doe it in prejudice to the cause or truth that is before us. Therefore when Elihu Says, Let me not, I pray you, accept any men person, his meaning is, let me not do it in prejudice to the cause or truth that is before us. av c-crq np1 vvz, vvb pno11 xx, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb d ng1 n1, po31 n1 vbz, vvb pno11 xx vdi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2334 Then we are properly and strictly sayd to accept persons, when in any matter, businesse, Then we Are properly and strictly said to accept Persons, when in any matter, business, cs pns12 vbr av-j cc av-j vvd pc-acp vvi n2, c-crq p-acp d n1, n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2335 or poynt of controversie, our eyes are so dazel'd or blinded by external appearances, that we have respect rather to the person of the man, or point of controversy, our eyes Are so dazzled or blinded by external appearances, that we have respect rather to the person of the man, cc n1 pp-f n1, po12 n2 vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp j n2, cst pns12 vhb n1 av-c p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2336 then to the matter, or the truth of the cause in hand. then to the matter, or the truth of the cause in hand. av p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2337 So then, this sin of accepting persons, is alwayes committed when we are more swayed by, So then, this since of accepting Persons, is always committed when we Are more swayed by, av av, d n1 pp-f vvg n2, vbz av vvn c-crq pns12 vbr av-dc vvn p-acp, (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2338 or when there is more attributed to persons then to things, that is, when the mans worth is more looked to then the wo•th or merit of his cause; or when there is more attributed to Persons then to things, that is, when the men worth is more looked to then the wo•th or merit of his cause; cc c-crq pc-acp vbz av-dc vvn p-acp n2 av p-acp n2, cst vbz, c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2339 or further, when something in a person which hath no respect to the goodnes, or badnes of his cause, moves us to give him more or lesse then is meete, this is sinfully to accept or respect a person. or further, when something in a person which hath no respect to the Goodness, or badness of his cause, moves us to give him more or less then is meet, this is sinfully to accept or respect a person. cc av-jc, c-crq pi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vhz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-dc cc av-dc cs vbz j, d vbz av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2340 Thus Elihu acquits himselfe from all those bonds and blinds which his respect to those worthy persons before him, might lay upon him. Thus Elihu acquits himself from all those bonds and blinds which his respect to those worthy Persons before him, might lay upon him. av np1 vvz px31 p-acp d d n2 cc vvz r-crq po31 n1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp pno31, vmd vvi p-acp pno31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2341 They were ancient and grave men, they were wise and good men, he had a great respect for them, he owed much reverence to them, considering their age and gravity, their degree and dignity; They were ancient and grave men, they were wise and good men, he had a great respect for them, he owed much Reverence to them, considering their age and gravity, their degree and dignity; pns32 vbdr j cc j n2, pns32 vbdr j cc j n2, pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp pno32, vvg po32 n1 cc n1, po32 n1 cc n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2342 yet he owed a greater respect to God, and to the truth, then to their persons, yet he owed a greater respect to God, and to the truth, then to their Persons, av pns31 vvd dt jc n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1, av p-acp po32 n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2343 and was thereupon resolved, (though he had many and great temptations to doe it,) not to accept the persons of men. Hence note. and was thereupon resolved, (though he had many and great temptations to do it,) not to accept the Persons of men. Hence note. cc vbds av vvn, (cs pns31 vhd d cc j n2 pc-acp vdi pn31,) xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. av vvi. (9) chapter (DIV2) 400 Page 120
2344 To accept persons in prejudice to the cause or truth before us, is a high offence both to God and good men. To accept Persons in prejudice to the cause or truth before us, is a high offence both to God and good men. p-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, vbz dt j n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc j n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 401 Page 121
2345 'Tis so in a double notion; It's so in a double notion; pn31|vbz av p-acp dt j-jn n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2346 First, in the act of it, because we doe that which in it selfe is not right, First, in the act of it, Because we do that which in it self is not right, ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns12 vdb d r-crq p-acp pn31 n1 vbz xx j-jn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2347 nor according to the mind of God. nor according to the mind of God. ccx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2348 Secondly, in the issue, consequence or effects of it, because by respecting persons, we are endangered to many other sins. Secondly, in the issue, consequence or effects of it, Because by respecting Persons, we Are endangered to many other Sins. ord, p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n2 pp-f pn31, c-acp p-acp vvg n2, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d j-jn n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2349 While Solomon only saith ( Prov: 28.21.) To have respect of persons is not good; While Solomon only Says (Curae: 28.21.) To have respect of Persons is not good; n1 np1 av-j vvz (np1: crd.) pc-acp vhi n1 pp-f n2 vbz xx j; (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2350 his meaning is, 'tis very evill, 'tis starke naught. his meaning is, it's very evil, it's stark nought. po31 n1 vbz, pn31|vbz av j-jn, pn31|vbz av-j pi. (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2351 And the reason which he gives of the evill of it, is not only because the act in it selfe is evill, And the reason which he gives of the evil of it, is not only Because the act in it self is evil, cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n-jn pp-f pn31, vbz xx av-j c-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vbz j-jn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2352 but because the issue and consequence of it is worse; For, (saith that Scripture) for a piece of bread that man will transgresse; but Because the issue and consequence of it is Worse; For, (Says that Scripture) for a piece of bred that man will transgress; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz jc; c-acp, (vvz d n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst n1 vmb vvi; (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2353 That is, he that respects persons, will turn aside from Justice, for his owne advantage, though it be very small, even for a piece of bread. That is, he that respects Persons, will turn aside from justice, for his own advantage, though it be very small, even for a piece of bred. cst vbz, pns31 cst vvz n2, vmb vvi av p-acp n1, p-acp po31 d n1, cs pn31 vbb av j, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2354 The Prophet complaines of those ( Amos 2.6.) who sold the righteous for silver, and the poore for a paire of shoes. The Prophet complains of those (Amos 2.6.) who sold the righteous for silver, and the poor for a pair of shoes. dt n1 vvz pp-f d (np1 crd.) r-crq vvd dt j p-acp n1, cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2355 They who have sold or given up themselves to this crooked Spirit of respecting persons, will not sticke to sell both the persons of the righteous, They who have sold or given up themselves to this crooked Spirit of respecting Persons, will not stick to fell both the Persons of the righteous, pns32 r-crq vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp px32 p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg n2, vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2356 and the most righteous causes, not only (as the Prophet saith) for a paire of shoes, and the most righteous Causes, not only (as the Prophet Says) for a pair of shoes, cc dt av-ds j n2, xx av-j (c-acp dt n1 vvz) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2357 but (as we say) for a paire of shoe-buckles. but (as we say) for a pair of shoebuckles. cc-acp (c-acp pns12 vvb) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2358 They will soone judge, amisse of things, who have respect to persons, and they alwayes looke beside the cause, who looke too much upon the face; They will soon judge, amiss of things, who have respect to Persons, and they always look beside the cause, who look too much upon the face; pns32 vmb av vvi, av pp-f n2, r-crq vhb n1 p-acp n2, cc pns32 av vvb a-acp dt n1, r-crq vvb av av-d p-acp dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2359 nothing should weigh with us in judgement, but truth or right, and that in a five-fold opposition. nothing should weigh with us in judgement, but truth or right, and that in a fivefold opposition. pix vmd vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, cc-acp n1 cc n-jn, cc cst p-acp dt j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 402 Page 121
2360 First, Truth and right must weigh with us in opposition to relation. When a Brother, or a neere kinsman be in the cause, we must not decline, First, Truth and right must weigh with us in opposition to Relation. When a Brother, or a near kinsman be in the cause, we must not decline, ord, n1 cc j-jn vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. c-crq dt n1, cc dt j n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi, (9) chapter (DIV2) 403 Page 121
2361 nor be biassed from the truth, yea though it be on his side to whom we have no relation, but that of man. nor be biased from the truth, yea though it be on his side to whom we have no Relation, but that of man. ccx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, uh cs pn31 vbb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb dx n1, cc-acp d pp-f n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 403 Page 121
2362 Secondly, We must keep to the truth, and doe justice in opposition to friendship. Secondly, We must keep to the truth, and do Justice in opposition to friendship. ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vdb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 404 Page 121
2363 Though he be my friend, my old friend, and my fathers friend, I must not respect him, Though he be my friend, my old friend, and my Father's friend, I must not respect him, cs pns31 vbb po11 n1, po11 j n1, cc po11 ng1 n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31, (9) chapter (DIV2) 404 Page 121
2364 if truth stand upon the other side, upon the side of the meerest stranger. if truth stand upon the other side, upon the side of the merest stranger. cs n1 vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 404 Page 121
2365 It was anciently sayd, Socrates is my friend, and Plato is my friend, but truth is more my friend, It was anciently said, Socrates is my friend, and Plato is my friend, but truth is more my friend, pn31 vbds av-jn vvn, np1 vbz po11 n1, cc np1 vbz po11 n1, p-acp n1 vbz av-dc po11 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 404 Page 121
2366 and therefore I will stick to that. Thirdly, We must hold to truth, in opposition to or notwithstanding the hatred of men; and Therefore I will stick to that. Thirdly, We must hold to truth, in opposition to or notwithstanding the hatred of men; cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d. ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 404 Page 121
2367 suppose a man beares us ill will, yea in other things hath wronged us, yet if his present cause be righteous, we must doe him right: suppose a man bears us ill will, yea in other things hath wronged us, yet if his present cause be righteous, we must do him right: vvb dt n1 vvz pno12 n-jn n1, uh p-acp j-jn n2 vhz vvn pno12, av cs po31 j n1 vbb j, pns12 vmb vdi pno31 n-jn: (9) chapter (DIV2) 405 Page 122
2368 We may not bring in our particular wrongs or quarrells upon any cause, but that about which the wrong or quarrel riseth. We may not bring in our particular wrongs or quarrels upon any cause, but that about which the wrong or quarrel Riseth. pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp po12 j n2-jn cc n2 p-acp d n1, cc-acp cst p-acp r-crq dt n-jn cc n1 vvz. (9) chapter (DIV2) 405 Page 122
2369 They shew the purest love to righteousnesse, who act righteously towards those that hate them, and will not wrong those who have attempted to oppresse and ruine them. They show the Purest love to righteousness, who act righteously towards those that hate them, and will not wrong those who have attempted to oppress and ruin them. pns32 vvb dt js n1 p-acp n1, r-crq n1 av-j p-acp d cst vvb pno32, cc vmb xx vvi d r-crq vhb vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (9) chapter (DIV2) 405 Page 122
2370 A true lover of Justice will do to others as himselfe would have others doe to him, A true lover of justice will do to Others as himself would have Others do to him, dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vdi p-acp n2-jn c-acp px31 vmd vhb ng2-jn vdb p-acp pno31, (9) chapter (DIV2) 405 Page 122
2371 yea though they have not done to him, as they would be done to. Fourthly, We must stand to truth in opposition to riches and worldly aboundance; yea though they have not done to him, as they would be done to. Fourthly, We must stand to truth in opposition to riches and worldly abundance; uh cs pns32 vhb xx vdn p-acp pno31, c-acp pns32 vmd vbi vdn p-acp. ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc j n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 405 Page 122
2372 riches usually find more friends and favourers, then righteousnesse doth. And 'tis usuall to favour the rich more then the righteous. riches usually find more Friends and favourers, then righteousness does. And it's usual to favour the rich more then the righteous. n2 av-j vvi dc n2 cc n2, cs n1 vdz. cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j av-dc cs dt j. (9) chapter (DIV2) 406 Page 122
2373 How often is truth on the poore mans side over-ballanced by his adversaries purse. How often is truth on the poor men side overbalanced by his Adversaries purse. uh-crq av vbz n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n1 j p-acp po31 n2 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 406 Page 122
2374 But O how poore are they in spiritualls and morals, who thus respect the persons of the rich! But Oh how poor Are they in spirituals and morals, who thus respect the Persons of the rich! p-acp uh q-crq j vbr pns32 p-acp n2 cc n2, r-crq av vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j! (9) chapter (DIV2) 406 Page 122
2375 Fifthly, We must judge for truth in opposition to worldly greatness and power; and that in a two-fold consideration. Fifthly, We must judge for truth in opposition to worldly greatness and power; and that in a twofold consideration. ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1; cc cst p-acp dt n1 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 407 Page 122
2376 First, Though men have a power to reward, and preferre us, to doe great things for us, First, Though men have a power to reward, and prefer us, to do great things for us, ord, cs n2 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvb pno12, pc-acp vdi j n2 p-acp pno12, (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2377 yet this should not draw us aside; yet this should not draw us aside; av d vmd xx vvi pno12 av; (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2378 woe to those who respect the greatnesse of the person instead of the goodnesse of the cause: woe to those who respect the greatness of the person instead of the Goodness of the cause: n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2379 yet how many are there who care not how bad a great mans cause is, if he will but engage to do them good: yet how many Are there who care not how bad a great men cause is, if he will but engage to do them good: av c-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq vvb xx c-crq j dt j ng1 n1 vbz, cs pns31 vmb p-acp vvi pc-acp vdi pno32 j: (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2380 yea some great men look upon themselves as much undervalued, if they be not favoured in their cause (how bad soever it be) because they are able to doe them good who favour it. yea Some great men look upon themselves as much undervalved, if they be not favoured in their cause (how bad soever it be) Because they Are able to do them good who favour it. uh d j n2 vvb p-acp px32 p-acp d j-vvn, cs pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp po32 n1 (c-crq j av pn31 vbb) c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi pno32 j q-crq n1 pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2381 Balak tooke it very ill at Balaams hands, when he seemed unmoved by his ability to advance and reward him. Balak took it very ill At Balaams hands, when he seemed unmoved by his ability to advance and reward him. np1 vvd pn31 av av-jn p-acp npg1 n2, c-crq pns31 vvd j p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2382 Did not I earnestly send for thee, to call thee? Wherefore camest thou not to me, am I not able indeed to promote thee to honour? (Numb: 22.37.) And wilt not thou serve my interest, Did not I earnestly send for thee, to call thee? Wherefore camest thou not to me, am I not able indeed to promote thee to honour? (Numb: 22.37.) And wilt not thou serve my Interest, vdd xx pns11 av-j vvb p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi pno21? c-crq vvd2 pns21 xx p-acp pno11, vbm pns11 xx j av pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n1? (j: crd.) cc vm2 xx pns21 vvi po11 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2383 when I have such a power to advance thine? Thus also Saul thought all must cleave to him, when I have such a power to advance thine? Thus also Saul Thought all must cleave to him, c-crq pns11 vhb d dt n1 pc-acp vvi png21? av av np1 vvd d vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2384 and forsake the cause of David, because he was great and could preferre them (1 Sam: 22.7.) Will the son of Jesse give every one of you fields, and forsake the cause of David, Because he was great and could prefer them (1 Sam: 22.7.) Will the son of Jesse give every one of you fields, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vbds j cc vmd vvi pno32 (vvn np1: crd.) vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb d crd pp-f pn22 n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2385 and vineyards, and make you all Captains of thousands, and Captains of hundreds? Hath he any great places to bestow, and vineyards, and make you all Captains of thousands, and Captains of hundreds? Hath he any great places to bestow, cc n2, cc vvb pn22 d n2 pp-f crd, cc n2 pp-f crd? vhz pns31 d j n2 pc-acp vvi, (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2386 and honours to give? Why then doe ye seeme to adhere to him and his party. and honours to give? Why then do you seem to adhere to him and his party. cc n2 pc-acp vvi? uh-crq av vdb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2387 Hope of reward makes a great bias upon some mens spirits, and carrieth them quite off from truth. Hope of reward makes a great bias upon Some men's spirits, and Carrieth them quite off from truth. n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d ng2 n2, cc vvz pno32 av a-acp p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 408 Page 122
2388 There is a second consideration prevailing much with many in this matter; There is a second consideration prevailing much with many in this matter; pc-acp vbz dt ord n1 vvg d p-acp d p-acp d n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2389 for though they are unmoved by rewards, and will not bite at the bayte of selfe-advancement; for though they Are unmoved by rewards, and will not bite At the bait of selfe-advancement; c-acp cs pns32 vbr j p-acp n2, cc vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2390 yet, say they, O he is a great man, and hath great power, he may do me a shrewd turne, he may vex me and undoe me, he may sit upon my skirts hereafter and ruine me. yet, say they, Oh he is a great man, and hath great power, he may do me a shrewd turn, he may vex me and undo me, he may fit upon my skirts hereafter and ruin me. av, vvb pns32, uh pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc vhz j n1, pns31 vmb vdi pno11 dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno11 cc vvb pno11, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n2 av cc vvi pno11. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2391 Thus where hope doth not, feare may carry a man from respect to right to the respect of persons. Thus where hope does not, Fear may carry a man from respect to right to the respect of Persons. av c-crq n1 vdz xx, n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2392 But know, That be a man never so great, and able to doe me a mischiefe, But know, That be a man never so great, and able to do me a mischief, cc-acp vvb, cst vbb dt n1 av-x av j, cc j pc-acp vdi pno11 dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2393 yet truth must be maintained and Justice be done, though we should be quite undone by appearing for it. yet truth must be maintained and justice be done, though we should be quite undone by appearing for it. av n1 vmb vbi vvn cc n1 vbb vdn, cs pns12 vmd vbi av vvn p-acp vvg p-acp pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2394 It hath been sayd of old, Let justice be done, though heaven fall; It hath been said of old, Let Justice be done, though heaven fallen; pn31 vhz vbn vvn pp-f j, vvb n1 vbi vdn, cs n1 vvb; (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2395 much more should it be done, though we for doing and abetting it fall to the earth. much more should it be done, though we for doing and abetting it fallen to the earth. d dc vmd pn31 vbi vdn, cs pns12 p-acp vdg cc vvg pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2396 Moses gave that charge more then once ( Levit. 19.15. Moses gave that charge more then once (Levit. 19.15. np1 vvd cst n1 av-dc cs c-acp (np1 crd. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2397 Deut. 1.16, 17.) Thou shalt not respect the person of the poore, nor honour the mighty, Deuteronomy 1.16, 17.) Thou shalt not respect the person of the poor, nor honour the mighty, np1 crd, crd) pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, ccx vvi dt j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2398 but in righteousnesse shalt thou judge thy neighbour. but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour. cc-acp p-acp n1 vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2399 Againe, Ye shall not respect persons in Judgement, but ye shall heare the small as well as the great, you shall not be afraid of the face of man, for the judgement is Gods; Again, You shall not respect Persons in Judgement, but you shall hear the small as well as the great, you shall not be afraid of the face of man, for the judgement is God's; av, pn22 vmb xx vvi n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt j c-acp av c-acp dt j, pn22 vmb xx vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz npg1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2400 neither undue pity to the poore, nor carnal feare of the great (which two often doe) ought to put any check or stop to the execution of Justice. neither undue pity to the poor, nor carnal Fear of the great (which two often do) ought to put any check or stop to the execution of justice. dx j n1 p-acp dt j, ccx j n1 pp-f dt j (r-crq crd av vdi) vmd p-acp vvi d n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2401 So in that excellent model of instructions which Jehoshaphat gave his Judges (2 Chron: 19.7.) Wherefore now let the feare of the Lord be upon you, take heed, and doe it; So in that excellent model of instructions which Jehoshaphat gave his Judges (2 Chronicles: 19.7.) Wherefore now let the Fear of the Lord be upon you, take heed, and do it; av p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n2 r-crq np1 vvd po31 n2 (crd np1: crd.) c-crq av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb p-acp pn22, vvb n1, cc vdb pn31; (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2402 for there is no iniquity with the Lord our God, nor respect of persons, nor taking of gifts. for there is no iniquity with the Lord our God, nor respect of Persons, nor taking of Gifts. c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, ccx n1 pp-f n2, ccx vvg pp-f n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2403 As if he had said, Do not you respect persons, for God respects no persons; he is no gift-taker, therefore be ye no gift-takers; As if he had said, Do not you respect Persons, for God respects no Persons; he is no gift-taker, Therefore be you no gift-takers; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vdb xx pn22 vvi n2, c-acp np1 vvz dx n2; pns31 vbz dx n1, av vbb pn22 dx n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2404 your duty is to give every one his due. That which is right to one man is right to another, either in the same, or in any paralel case; your duty is to give every one his due. That which is right to one man is right to Another, either in the same, or in any parallel case; po22 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi d crd po31 j-jn. d r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp crd n1 vbz j-jn p-acp j-jn, av-d p-acp dt d, cc p-acp d n1 n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2405 That which is the rich mans right in his cause, is the right of the poore man in his cause; That which is the rich men right in his cause, is the right of the poor man in his cause; cst r-crq vbz dt j ng1 j-jn p-acp po31 n1, vbz dt n-jn pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2406 yea it is as sinfull not to have a due respect to the rich man in his case, yea it is as sinful not to have a due respect to the rich man in his case, uh pn31 vbz a-acp j xx pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2407 as not to have respect to the poore man in his. as not to have respect to the poor man in his. c-acp xx pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2408 Then all sorts and degrees of men are judged righteously, when there is no regard had or notice taken in Judgement, of what sort or degree any man is. Then all sorts and Degrees of men Are judged righteously, when there is no regard had or notice taken in Judgement, of what sort or degree any man is. cs d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn av-j, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 vhd cc n1 vvn p-acp n1, pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 d n1 vbz. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2409 Judges are called gods, and therefore should act like God without respect to men. Judges Are called God's, and Therefore should act like God without respect to men. n2 vbr vvn n2, cc av vmd vvi av-j np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 409 Page 123
2410 And as this is a truth in all those cases of judgement, where Magistrates sit in the place of God, And as this is a truth in all those cases of judgement, where Magistrates fit in the place of God, cc p-acp d vbz dt n1 p-acp d d n2 pp-f n1, c-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 123
2411 so it is as true in all the private judgements and determinations of brethren concerning persons or things, which (by way of distinction from the former) is commonly called the putting or referring of a matter in difference to men. We must take heed in private judgements, that we be not swayed according to the condition of persons, so it is as true in all the private Judgments and determinations of brothers Concerning Persons or things, which (by Way of distinction from the former) is commonly called the putting or referring of a matter in difference to men. We must take heed in private Judgments, that we be not swayed according to the condition of Persons, av pn31 vbz a-acp j p-acp d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vvg n2 cc n2, r-crq (p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j) vbz av-j vvn dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2. pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j n2, cst pns12 vbb xx vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2412 nor must we make the fault great or lesse, the cause better or worse, because the person is greater or lesse, friend or stranger to us. nor must we make the fault great or less, the cause better or Worse, Because the person is greater or less, friend or stranger to us. ccx vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 j cc av-dc, dt n1 av-jc cc av-jc, c-acp dt n1 vbz jc cc av-dc, n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12. (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2413 The Apostle gives this counsel and caution to the Churches ( James 2.1, 2, 3, 4, 5.) My Brethren, have not the faith (that is, the doctrine of faith or profession) of our Lord Jesus, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons; The Apostle gives this counsel and caution to the Churches (James 2.1, 2, 3, 4, 5.) My Brothers, have not the faith (that is, the Doctrine of faith or profession) of our Lord jesus, the Lord of glory, with respect of Persons; dt n1 vvz d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 (np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd) po11 n2, vhb xx dt n1 (cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1) pp-f po12 n1 np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2414 For if there come into your assembly a man with a gold ring, and there come in also a poore man in vile rayment, For if there come into your assembly a man with a gold ring, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment, c-acp cs pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp av dt j n1 p-acp j n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2415 and you have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, sit thou here in a good place, and you have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, fit thou Here in a good place, cc pn22 vhb n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz dt j n1, cc vvb p-acp pno31, vvb pns21 av p-acp dt j n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2416 and say to the poore, stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool: are ye not then partiall in your selves, and are become judges of evill thoughts. and say to the poor, stand thou there, or fit Here under my footstool: Are you not then partial in your selves, and Are become judges of evil thoughts. cc vvb p-acp dt j, vvb pns21 a-acp, cc vvb av p-acp po11 n1: vbr pn22 xx av j p-acp po22 n2, cc vbr vvn n2 pp-f j-jn n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2417 In administring the things of God which are spirituall, we must observe no civill difference, no distinction among men. In administering the things of God which Are spiritual, we must observe no civil difference, no distinction among men. p-acp j-vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vbr j, pns12 vmb vvi dx j n1, dx n1 p-acp n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2418 Christ hath given himselfe alike and equally to rich and poore, bond and free, and therefore, christ hath given himself alike and equally to rich and poor, bound and free, and Therefore, np1 vhz vvn px31 av cc av-j p-acp j cc j, n1 cc j, cc av, (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2419 as to Church-priviledges and enjoyments, they must all be alike, and equall unto us. as to Church privileges and enjoyments, they must all be alike, and equal unto us. c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, pns32 vmb d vbi av, cc j-jn p-acp pno12. (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2420 No man is to be knowne after the flesh in the things of the Spirit (2 Cor: 5.16.) that is, no man is to be valued meerely, upon natural or worldly accounts; No man is to be known After the Flesh in the things of the Spirit (2 Cor: 5.16.) that is, no man is to be valued merely, upon natural or worldly accounts; dx n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (crd fw-la: crd.) cst vbz, dx n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, p-acp j cc j n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2421 if we doe, then (as the Apostle James concludes in the place last •efore mentioned) are we not partiall in our selves? that is (as some also translate that reproving question) Have we not made a difference, a groundlesse difference, if we do, then (as the Apostle James concludes in the place last •efore mentioned) Are we not partial in our selves? that is (as Some also translate that reproving question) Have we not made a difference, a groundless difference, cs pns12 vdb, av (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 ord av vvn) vbr pns12 xx j p-acp po12 n2? cst vbz (c-acp d av vvi cst vvg n1) vhb pns12 xx vvn dt n1, dt j n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2422 or a difference grounded upon carnal respects, rather then upon any solid reason; or a difference grounded upon carnal respects, rather then upon any solid reason; cc dt n1 vvn p-acp j n2, av-c cs p-acp d j n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2423 and so as it follows in the close of the verse, are become judges of evill thoughts, that is, have made our judgement of those persons, according to the dictate of our owne evill and corrupt thoughts, not according to the rule of the word. and so as it follows in the close of the verse, Are become judges of evil thoughts, that is, have made our judgement of those Persons, according to the dictate of our own evil and corrupt thoughts, not according to the Rule of the word. cc av c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, vbr vvn n2 pp-f j-jn n2, cst vbz, vhb vvn po12 n1 pp-f d n2, vvg p-acp dt vvi pp-f po12 d j-jn cc j n2, xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 410 Page 124
2424 Further, this sin of respecting persons, is found also in the ordinary converse of men; Further, this since of respecting Persons, is found also in the ordinary converse of men; jc, d n1 pp-f vvg n2, vbz vvn av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 411 Page 124
2425 For when we cast favours upon those that are ill deserving, and commend those (as we say) to the skies, who should rather fall under our severest censure, For when we cast favours upon those that Are ill deserving, and commend those (as we say) to the skies, who should rather fallen under our Severest censure, c-acp c-crq pns12 vvd n2 p-acp d cst vbr av-jn n-vvg, cc vvb d (c-acp pns12 vvb) p-acp dt n2, r-crq vmd av-c vvi p-acp po12 js n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 411 Page 124
2426 and are led to doe all this also, because the person is a kinsman or a friend; and Are led to do all this also, Because the person is a kinsman or a friend; cc vbr vvn pc-acp vdi d d av, c-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 411 Page 124
2427 for though ( eaeteris paribus, other qualifications and circumstances being equall) we are to respect friends and kindred, who are our owne flesh, for though (eaeteris paribus, other qualifications and Circumstances being equal) we Are to respect Friends and kindred, who Are our own Flesh, c-acp cs (fw-la fw-la, j-jn n2 cc n2 vbg j-jn) pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n2 cc n1, r-crq vbr po12 d n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 411 Page 124
2428 before strangers, yet vertue and worth should out-weigh relations, and (as Levi in doing Justice, Deut: 33.9.) so we in bestowing rewards, should not acknowledge our Brethren, nor know our owne children; before Strangers, yet virtue and worth should outweigh relations, and (as Levi in doing justice, Deuteronomy: 33.9.) so we in bestowing rewards, should not acknowledge our Brothers, nor know our own children; c-acp n2, av n1 cc n1 vmd j n2, cc (c-acp np1 p-acp vdg n1, fw-fr: crd.) av pns12 p-acp vvg n2, vmd xx vvi po12 n2, ccx vvb po12 d n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 411 Page 125
2429 but let such have our rewards who best deserve them. but let such have our rewards who best deserve them. p-acp vvi d vhb po12 n2 r-crq av-js vvb pno32. (9) chapter (DIV2) 411 Page 125
2430 I may adde this also, To take up this or that forme of religion, because such and such persons are in it, I may add this also, To take up this or that Form of Religion, Because such and such Persons Are in it, pns11 vmb vvi d av, pc-acp vvi a-acp d cc d n1 pp-f n1, c-acp d cc d n2 vbr p-acp pn31, (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2431 and to reject another, though better, because none but a few that are despised and contemned are in it, is a most dangerous way of respecting persons. and to reject Another, though better, Because none but a few that Are despised and contemned Are in it, is a most dangerous Way of respecting Persons. cc pc-acp vvi j-jn, cs j, c-acp pix cc-acp dt d cst vbr vvn cc vvn vbr p-acp pn31, vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f vvg n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2432 This was the meaning of that question ( John 7.48.) Have any of the rulers, This was the meaning of that question (John 7.48.) Have any of the Rulers, d vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1 (np1 crd.) vhb d pp-f dt n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2433 or of the Pharisees, believed on him? As if certainly that must alwayes be the best way and rule of believing, which is professed by the rulers? Or as if it were ground enough to reject a way of religion because the common people or the poore are mostly found in it. or of the Pharisees, believed on him? As if Certainly that must always be the best Way and Rule of believing, which is professed by the Rulers? Or as if it were ground enough to reject a Way of Religion Because the Common people or the poor Are mostly found in it. cc pp-f dt np2, vvn p-acp pno31? c-acp cs av-j cst vmb av vbi dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n2? cc c-acp cs pn31 vbdr n1 av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp dt j n1 cc dt j vbr j vvn p-acp pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2434 Thus, 'tis storied of a Great Prince that was converted to the Christian faith, and resolved to be baptized, that seeing a great many poore men in his way as he went, he asked to whom they belonged; Thus, it's storied of a Great Prince that was converted to the Christian faith, and resolved to be baptised, that seeing a great many poor men in his Way as he went, he asked to whom they belonged; av, pn31|vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt njp n1, cc vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vvg dt j d j n2 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvd; (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2435 it was answered they were Christians, and of that religion which he was entring into; it was answered they were Christians, and of that Religion which he was entering into; pn31 vbds vvn pns32 vbdr np1, cc pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vbds vvg p-acp; (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2436 what, doth Christ keep his servants so poore? (sayd he) I will not serve such a Master, what, does christ keep his Servants so poor? (said he) I will not serve such a Master, r-crq, vdz np1 vvi po31 n2 av j? (vvd pns31) pns11 vmb xx vvi d dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2437 and so drew backe, even while he was but setting his face towards Christ. and so drew back, even while he was but setting his face towards christ. cc av vvd av, av cs pns31 vbds p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2438 I might instance the sinfullness of accepting persons in many other particular cases, as well as these, I might instance the sinfulness of accepting Persons in many other particular cases, as well as these, pns11 vmd n1 dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp d j-jn j n2, c-acp av c-acp d, (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2439 but these may suffice for a tast. but these may suffice for a taste. cc-acp d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2440 Let me not (saith Elihu) accept any mans person, Neither let me give flattering titles unto man. Let me not (Says Elihu) accept any men person, Neither let me give flattering titles unto man. vvb pno11 xx (vvz np1) vvb d ng1 n1, av-dx vvb pno11 vvb j-vvg n2 p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 412 Page 125
2441 In the former part of the verse it was Ish, here it is Adam; I will not respect the person of the greatest men, In the former part of the verse it was Ish, Here it is Adam; I will not respect the person of the greatest men, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbds np1, av pn31 vbz np1; pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt js n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 413 Page 125
2442 nor will I flatter any earthly, any mortall man. Mr Broughton renders, That I respect an earthly man. nor will I flatter any earthly, any Mortal man. Mr Broughton renders, That I respect an earthly man. ccx vmb pns11 vvi d j, d j-jn n1. n1 np1 vvz, cst pns11 vvb dt j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 413 Page 125
2443 The vulgar latine translates the whole verse thus; I will not accept any mans persons, and I will not equall God to man; The Vulgar latin translates the Whole verse thus; I will not accept any men Persons, and I will not equal God to man; dt j jp vvz dt j-jn n1 av; pns11 vmb xx vvi d ng1 n2, cc pns11 vmb xx vvi np1 p-acp n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 413 Page 125
2444 As if he had sayd, I will not measure God by man, in his dealings and proceedings with man; As if he had said, I will not measure God by man, in his dealings and proceedings with man; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb xx vvi np1 p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n2-vvg cc n2-vvg p-acp n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 413 Page 125
2445 As my purpose is to speake truth, and spare no man, so I will not wrong God by drawing him downe to the rules of men. As my purpose is to speak truth, and spare no man, so I will not wrong God by drawing him down to the rules of men. c-acp po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvb dx n1, av pns11 vmb xx vvi np1 p-acp vvg pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 413 Page 125
2446 What is man that he should compare with God? But, though this be a truth, What is man that he should compare with God? But, though this be a truth, q-crq vbz n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1? p-acp, cs d vbb dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 413 Page 125
2447 yet because it departs so farre from the Original text, I will not stay upon it. Our reading is cleare. yet Because it departs so Far from the Original text, I will not stay upon it. Our reading is clear. av c-acp pn31 vvz av av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31. po12 n-vvg vbz j. (9) chapter (DIV2) 413 Page 125
2448 I will not give flattering titles. I will not give flattering titles. pns11 vmb xx vvb j-vvg n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 413 Page 125
2449 There are severall other readings of these words, which I shall propose and passe to our owne. There Are several other readings of these words, which I shall propose and pass to our own. pc-acp vbr j n-jn n2-vvg pp-f d n2, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 d. (9) chapter (DIV2) 414 Page 126
2450 First, I will not use a preface, or, I will not stand prefacing with man. Flatteries are usually set forth in affected Prefaces and Apologies. First, I will not use a preface, or, I will not stand prefacing with man. Flatteries Are usually Set forth in affected Prefaces and Apologies. ord, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1, cc, pns11 vmb xx vvi vvg p-acp n1. n2 vbr av-j vvn av p-acp j-vvn vvz cc n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 414 Page 126
2451 Secondly, Let me not change names before men; or, let me not speak to man under a borrowed name; Secondly, Let me not change names before men; or, let me not speak to man under a borrowed name; ord, vvb pno11 xx vvi n2 p-acp n2; cc, vvb pno11 xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 414 Page 126
2452 That is, let me speake plainly and clearly without ambages and fetches; That is, let me speak plainly and clearly without ambages and Fetches; cst vbz, vvb pno11 vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp n2 cc n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 414 Page 126
2453 let me speake to every man, and about every thing by its owne name, and not with covered words, let me speak to every man, and about every thing by its own name, and not with covered words, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc xx p-acp j-vvn n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 414 Page 126
2454 as if I were unwilling to touch those to whom I speake. Our translation is yet more cleare to the scope and tendency of this place; as if I were unwilling to touch those to whom I speak. Our Translation is yet more clear to the scope and tendency of this place; c-acp cs pns11 vbdr j pc-acp vvi d p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb. po12 n1 vbz av av-dc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 414 Page 126
2455 I will not give flattering titles. This sentence is but two words in the Hebrew; I will not give flattering titles. This sentence is but two words in the Hebrew; pns11 vmb xx vvb j-vvg n2. d n1 vbz p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt njp; (9) chapter (DIV2) 414 Page 126
2456 The verbe signifies (say the Rabbins) to hide, or conceale, or to carry a matter closely and obscurely; The verb signifies (say the Rabbis) to hide, or conceal, or to carry a matter closely and obscurely; dt n1 vvz (vvz dt n2) p-acp vvb, cc vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j cc av-j; (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2457 and they give the reason of it, because in flattering there is a hiding of what men are, and they give the reason of it, Because in flattering there is a hiding of what men Are, cc pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp p-acp vvg a-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f r-crq n2 vbr, (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2458 and a shewing of what they are not. and a showing of what they Are not. cc dt vvg pp-f r-crq pns32 vbr xx. (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2459 The word signifieth also to give a nicke name or a by-name, and so the sence is; The word signifies also to give a neck name or a byname, and so the sense is; dt n1 vvz av pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1 cc dt n1, cc av dt n1 vbz; (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2460 I will not give secret reflections, nor gird at any man upon the by; Jobs friends had done so sometimes, though they after spake explicitely and directly enough. I will not give secret reflections, nor gird At any man upon the by; Jobs Friends had done so sometime, though they After spoke explicitly and directly enough. pns11 vmb xx vvi j-jn n2, ccx vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt a-acp; n2 n2 vhd vdn av av, cs pns32 a-acp vvd av-j cc av-j av-d. (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2461 Further, the word signifies the giving of any additionall title. Thus I finde it used in the Prophet ( Isa: 44.5.) One shall say, I am the Lords: Further, the word signifies the giving of any additional title. Thus I find it used in the Prophet (Isaiah: 44.5.) One shall say, I am the lords: av-jc, dt n1 vvz dt vvg pp-f d j n1. av pns11 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) crd vmb vvi, pns11 vbm dt n2: (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2462 (speaking how persons shall flow into the Church) and another shall call himselfe by the name of Jacob: (speaking how Persons shall flow into the Church) and Another shall call himself by the name of Jacob: (vvg c-crq n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1) cc j-jn vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2463 and another shall subscribe with his hand unto the Lord, and sirname himselfe by the name of Israel: He shall sirname himselfe; and Another shall subscribe with his hand unto the Lord, and surname himself by the name of Israel: He shall surname himself; cc j-jn vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: pns31 vmb n1 px31; (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2464 that's the word here used, he shall take up that title, that illustrious title, he shall list or enroll himselfe among the people of God, that's the word Here used, he shall take up that title, that illustrious title, he shall list or enrol himself among the people of God, cst|vbz dt n1 av vvn, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp d n1, cst j n1, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2465 and thinke it his honour and glory to sirname himselfe by the name of Israel. The word is so used againe ( Isa: 45.4.) For Jacob my servants sake, and think it his honour and glory to surname himself by the name of Israel. The word is so used again (Isaiah: 45.4.) For Jacob my Servants sake, cc vvb pn31 po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 vbz av vvn av (np1: crd.) p-acp np1 po11 ng1 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2466 and Israel mine elect, I have even called thee by thy name: I have sirnamed thee, though thou hast not knowne me. and Israel mine elect, I have even called thee by thy name: I have surnamed thee, though thou hast not known me. cc np1 po11 j-vvn, pns11 vhb av vvn pno21 p-acp po21 n1: pns11 vhb vvn pno21, cs pns21 vh2 xx vvn pno11. (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2467 It is spoken of Cyrus, I have given thee a glorious title; It is spoken of Cyrus, I have given thee a glorious title; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 dt j n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2506 He that is very honorable as to his place, may not deserve any honour as to his worth, He that is very honourable as to his place, may not deserve any honour as to his worth, pns31 cst vbz av j c-acp p-acp po31 n1, vmb xx vvi d n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 128
2468 God did not only name Cyrus, but gave him a sirname, he called him, Cyrus my servant, and Cyrus mine anoynted. God did not only name Cyrus, but gave him a surname, he called him, Cyrus my servant, and Cyrus mine anointed. np1 vdd xx av-j n1 np1, p-acp vvd pno31 dt n1, pns31 vvd pno31, np1 po11 n1, cc np1 po11 j-vvn. (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2469 Thus the word signifies to give a title, or a sirname; now there are sirnames or titles of two sorts; Thus the word signifies to give a title, or a surname; now there Are surnames or titles of two sorts; av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1; av a-acp vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f crd n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2470 First, disgracefull and reviling ones, justly given to, but commonly by vile men. Secondly, Honorable and advancing ones. First, disgraceful and reviling ones, justly given to, but commonly by vile men. Secondly, Honourable and advancing ones. ord, j cc vvg pi2, av-j vvn p-acp, cc-acp av-j p-acp j n2. ord, j cc vvg pi2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2471 And these are of two sorts. And these Are of two sorts. cc d vbr pp-f crd n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 415 Page 126
2472 First, Such as are true and well deserved, many by the great acts which they have done, have purchased sirnames; First, Such as Are true and well deserved, many by the great acts which they have done, have purchased surnames; ord, d c-acp vbr j cc av vvn, d p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vdn, vhb vvn n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 416 Page 126
2473 Alexander King of Greece, for his Warlike valour and successes, was called The Great; And among The Romans Scipio after his victories over the Carthaginians in Africa, was sirnamed Africanus. The Romane Histories supply sundry examples of this kind. Alexander King of Greece, for his Warlike valour and Successes, was called The Great; And among The Roman Scipio After his victories over the Carthaginians in Africa, was surnamed Africanus. The Roman Histories supply sundry Examples of this kind. np1 n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 j n1 cc n2, vbds vvn dt j; cc p-acp dt njp2 np1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt njp2 p-acp np1, vbds vvn np1. dt jp n2 vvb j n2 pp-f d n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 416 Page 127
2474 And when in Scripture Paul is called an Apostle, Peter an Apostle, They well deserved these honorable Titles, And when in Scripture Paul is called an Apostle, Peter an Apostle, They well deserved these honourable Titles, cc c-crq p-acp n1 np1 vbz vvn dt n1, np1 dt n1, pns32 av vvd d j n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 416 Page 127
2475 because as they were meerely of Grace, immediately called and sent of God, to publish and plant the Gospel all the world over, Because as they were merely of Grace, immediately called and sent of God, to publish and plant the Gospel all the world over, c-acp c-acp pns32 vbdr av-j pp-f n1, av-j vvn cc vvn pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 d dt n1 a-acp, (9) chapter (DIV2) 416 Page 127
2476 so they laboured aboundantly in it, and by their ministery subdued and conquered the world to the faith and obedience of our Lord Jesus Christ. so they laboured abundantly in it, and by their Ministry subdued and conquered the world to the faith and Obedience of our Lord jesus christ. av pns32 vvd av-j p-acp pn31, cc p-acp po32 n1 vvn cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 416 Page 127
2477 Secondly, There are also titles and sirnames, which are meere pieces of flattery, there being no worth in the person that may justly deserve them. Secondly, There Are also titles and surnames, which Are mere Pieces of flattery, there being no worth in the person that may justly deserve them. ord, pc-acp vbr av n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr j n2 pp-f n1, a-acp vbg dx n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vmb av-j vvi pno32. (9) chapter (DIV2) 417 Page 127
2478 'Tis not sinfull to give titles, but as we translate to give flattering titles unto men. It's not sinful to give titles, but as we translate to give flattering titles unto men. pn31|vbz xx j pc-acp vvi n2, cc-acp c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2 p-acp n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 417 Page 127
2479 We should call men as they are, and as they deserve; We should call men as they Are, and as they deserve; pns12 vmd vvi n2 c-acp pns32 vbr, cc c-acp pns32 vvb; (9) chapter (DIV2) 417 Page 127
2480 I will call a spade a spade, (saith Elihu ) he that is good I will call him good, I will call a spade a spade, (Says Elihu) he that is good I will call him good, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 dt n1, (vvz np1) pns31 cst vbz j pns11 vmb vvi pno31 j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 417 Page 127
2481 and he that is bad I will call him bad; and that which is ill done I will say it is ill done; and he that is bad I will call him bad; and that which is ill done I will say it is ill done; cc pns31 cst vbz j pns11 vmb vvi pno31 j; cc cst r-crq vbz av-jn vdn pns11 vmb vvi pn31 vbz av-jn vdn; (9) chapter (DIV2) 417 Page 127
2482 Let me not give flattering titles unto men. Hence observe. Flattery is iniquity: to give flattering titles unto men is to transgresse the Law of God. Let me not give flattering titles unto men. Hence observe. Flattery is iniquity: to give flattering titles unto men is to transgress the Law of God. vvb pno11 xx vvi vvg n2 p-acp n2. av vvi. n1 vbz n1: pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2 p-acp n2 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 417 Page 127
2483 Some will not give true and due Titles to any man; some will not give true and due Titles to any man; d vmb xx vvi j cc j-jn n2 p-acp d n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 419 Page 127
2484 The most truly honorable persons and highest Magistrates, shall have nothing from them but Thou and Thee. Jacob a holy and a plaine man, The most truly honourable Persons and highest Magistrates, shall have nothing from them but Thou and Thee. Jacob a holy and a plain man, dt av-ds av-j j n2 cc js n2, vmb vhi pix p-acp pno32 p-acp pns21 cc pno21. np1 dt j cc dt j n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 419 Page 127
2485 yet called his owne brother, My Lord Esau, (Gen. 32.4. yet called his own brother, My Lord Esau, (Gen. 32.4. av vvd po31 d n1, po11 n1 np1, (np1 crd. (9) chapter (DIV2) 419 Page 127
2486 Gen: 33.8.) Luke The Evangelist called Theophilus, Most excellent (Luke 1.3.) And Paul stiled Festus, Most Noble (Acts 26.25.) Now as they erre upon one extreame, who will not give true titles, Gen: 33.8.) Lycia The Evangelist called Theophilus, Most excellent (Lycia 1.3.) And Paul styled Festus, Most Noble (Acts 26.25.) Now as they err upon one extreme, who will not give true titles, np1: crd.) av dt np1 vvd np1, av-ds j (n1 crd.) np1 np1 vvd np1, av-ds j (n2 crd.) av c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp crd j-jn, r-crq vmb xx vvi j n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 419 Page 127
2487 so doe they on the other, who give (which Elihu here disclaimes) flattering titles. There is a two-fold flattery. First, In promises. Secondly, In praises. so do they on the other, who give (which Elihu Here disclaims) flattering titles. There is a twofold flattery. First, In promises. Secondly, In praises. av vdb pns32 p-acp dt n-jn, r-crq vvb (r-crq np1 av vvz) vvg n2. pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1. ord, p-acp n2. ord, p-acp n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 419 Page 127
2488 Some are full of flattery in promises, they will tell you of great matters which they will doe for you, yet meane no such thing. some Are full of flattery in promises, they will tell you of great matters which they will do for you, yet mean no such thing. d vbr j pp-f n1 p-acp n2, pns32 vmb vvi pn22 pp-f j n2 r-crq pns32 vmb vdi c-acp pn22, av vvb dx d n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 420 Page 127
2489 Thus ( Psal. 78.36.) The children of Israel dealt with God, when in the time of their straights and calamities they promised to doe great and good things, they would turne to the Lord and serve him; Thus (Psalm 78.36.) The children of Israel dealt with God, when in the time of their straights and calamities they promised to do great and good things, they would turn to the Lord and serve him; av (np1 crd.) dt n2 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp np1, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 pns32 vvd pc-acp vdi j cc j n2, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno31; (9) chapter (DIV2) 420 Page 127
2490 Neverthelesse (saith the text) they did flatter him with their mouth, and they lied unto him with their tongues; Nevertheless (Says the text) they did flatter him with their Mouth, and they lied unto him with their tongues; av (vvz dt n1) pns32 vdd vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n1, cc pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp po32 n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 420 Page 128
2491 for their heart was not right with him, &c. Thus many upon their sick-beds, or in a day of trouble, what promises will they make? How deeply will they engage for duty, for their heart was not right with him, etc. Thus many upon their sick-beds, or in a day of trouble, what promises will they make? How deeply will they engage for duty, p-acp po32 n1 vbds xx j-jn p-acp pno31, av av d p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq n2 vmb pns32 vvi? c-crq av-jn vmb pns32 vvi p-acp n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 420 Page 128
2492 if God will restore them? how holy and zealous and upright will they be? they will leave their former ill courses, if God will restore them? how holy and zealous and upright will they be? they will leave their former ill courses, cs np1 vmb vvi pno32? q-crq j cc j cc av-j vmb pns32 vbi? pns32 vmb vvi po32 j j-jn n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 420 Page 128
2493 and yet all is but flattery, they really intend it not. and yet all is but flattery, they really intend it not. cc av d vbz p-acp n1, pns32 av-j vvb pn31 xx. (9) chapter (DIV2) 420 Page 128
2494 'Tis flattery in promises to God, when there is not a purpose in the heart to doe what we say, It's flattery in promises to God, when there is not a purpose in the heart to do what we say, pn31|vbz n1 p-acp n2 p-acp np1, c-crq pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq pns12 vvb, (9) chapter (DIV2) 420 Page 128
2495 but only to get our ends upon him; And we deale no better many times by one another; but only to get our ends upon him; And we deal no better many times by one Another; cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31; cc pns12 vvb av-dx av-jc d n2 p-acp crd j-jn; (9) chapter (DIV2) 420 Page 128
2496 men in streights will promise any thing, and when they have gained enlargement, performe nothing. Secondly, There is a flattery in praises, and that's here professed against. men in straights will promise any thing, and when they have gained enlargement, perform nothing. Secondly, There is a flattery in praises, and that's Here professed against. n2 p-acp n2 vmb vvi d n1, cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn n1, vvb pix. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n2, cc d|vbz av vvn p-acp. (9) chapter (DIV2) 420 Page 128
2497 This flattery in praising hath a double respect. First, To the actions of men. 'Tis flattery to call that act good that is nought, that just that is unrighteous; This flattery in praising hath a double respect. First, To the actions of men. It's flattery to call that act good that is nought, that just that is unrighteous; d n1 p-acp vvg vhz dt j-jn n1. ord, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 j cst vbz pix, cst av d vbz j; (9) chapter (DIV2) 421 Page 128
2498 To put titles of vertue upon those things that are vicious, to call that which is indeed a covetous act, a thrifty one, To put titles of virtue upon those things that Are vicious, to call that which is indeed a covetous act, a thrifty one, pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2 cst vbr j, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz av dt j n1, dt j pi, (9) chapter (DIV2) 422 Page 128
2499 and to call that act which is cruell, just, at most but strict or severe, this is to flatter men in what they doe. and to call that act which is cruel, just, At most but strict or severe, this is to flatter men in what they do. cc pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vbz j, j, p-acp ds p-acp j cc j, d vbz pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb. (9) chapter (DIV2) 422 Page 128
2500 Secondly, There is a flattery of persons, as to what they have and are, when we speake more of them then is in them, Secondly, There is a flattery of Persons, as to what they have and Are, when we speak more of them then is in them, ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb cc vbr, c-crq pns12 vvb dc pp-f pno32 av vbz p-acp pno32, (9) chapter (DIV2) 423 Page 128
2501 when we speake highly of them, who are low in all abilities and attainments. when we speak highly of them, who Are low in all abilities and attainments. c-crq pns12 vvb av-j pp-f pno32, r-crq vbr j p-acp d n2 cc n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 423 Page 128
2502 How grossely doe they give flattering titles, who blow up very Ideors with a conceit of their learning, who extoll fooles for wisdome, How grossly do they give flattering titles, who blow up very Ideas with a conceit of their learning, who extol Fools for Wisdom, c-crq av-j vdb pns32 vvi j-vvg n2, r-crq n1 a-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vvb n2 p-acp n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 423 Page 128
2503 and commend the wicked as vertuous, yea recommend them as patternes of vertue. We should give honour to all men to whom it belongs; and commend the wicked as virtuous, yea recommend them as patterns of virtue. We should give honour to all men to whom it belongs; cc vvb dt j c-acp j, uh vvb pno32 c-acp n2 pp-f n1. pns12 vmd vvi n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz; (9) chapter (DIV2) 423 Page 128
2504 but we are not to flatter any man, for that belongs to no man. ( Rom: 13.7.) Render therefore to all their dues, tribute to whom tribute is due, custome to whom custome, feare to whom feare, honour to whom honour. but we Are not to flatter any man, for that belongs to no man. (Rom: 13.7.) Render Therefore to all their dues, tribute to whom tribute is due, custom to whom custom, Fear to whom Fear, honour to whom honour. cc-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d n1, c-acp cst vvz p-acp dx n1. (np1: crd.) vvb av p-acp d po32 n2-jn, n1 p-acp ro-crq n1 vbz j-jn, n1 p-acp ro-crq n1, vvb p-acp ro-crq n1, vvb p-acp ro-crq n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 128
2505 There is an honour that belongs to men with respect to their degrees, when none belongs to them with respect to their qualities. There is an honour that belongs to men with respect to their Degrees, when none belongs to them with respect to their qualities. pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, c-crq pix vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 128
2508 And as there is an honour due to those that are above us, so there is an honour due to those that are our equalls, And as there is an honour due to those that Are above us, so there is an honour due to those that Are our equals, cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 j-jn p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno12, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 j-jn p-acp d cst vbr po12 n2-jn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 128
2509 yea to those that are our inferiours, and below us. The Apostle gives that direction more then once; yea to those that Are our inferiors, and below us. The Apostle gives that direction more then once; uh p-acp d cst vbr po12 n2-jn, cc p-acp pno12. dt n1 vvz d n1 av-dc cs a-acp; (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 128
2510 we have it first ( Rom: 12.10.) Be kindly affectionate one to another, in honour preferring one another. we have it First (Rom: 12.10.) Be kindly affectionate one to Another, in honour preferring one Another. pns12 vhb pn31 ord (np1: crd.) vbb av-j j pi p-acp n-jn, p-acp n1 vvg pi j-jn. (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2511 The people of God should be so farre from an ambitious affectation of preheminence above others, that they should f•eely and really (not as many doe complementally) give others the preheminence, The people of God should be so Far from an ambitious affectation of pre-eminence above Others, that they should f•eely and really (not as many do complementally) give Others the pre-eminence, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi av av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, cst pns32 vmd av-j cc av-j (xx c-acp d vdb av-j) vvi n2-jn dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2512 and offer them the upper place or hand; and offer them the upper place or hand; cc vvi pno32 dt jc n1 cc n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2513 The grace of humility, doth not only forbid us to exalt our selves above our betters, The grace of humility, does not only forbid us to exalt our selves above our betters, dt n1 pp-f n1, vdz xx av-j vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2-j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2514 but it also (in many cases) bids us set our selves below those whose betters we are. One of the Ancients hath made three degrees of this kind of humility. but it also (in many cases) bids us Set our selves below those whose betters we Are. One of the Ancients hath made three Degrees of this kind of humility. cc-acp pn31 av (p-acp d n2) vvz pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d rg-crq n2-j pns12 vbr. crd pp-f dt n2-j vhz vvn crd n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2515 The first is, when we make our selves inferior to our equals; The second, when we make our selves but equal to our inferiors; The First is, when we make our selves inferior to our equals; The second, when we make our selves but equal to our inferiors; dt ord vbz, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 j-jn p-acp po12 vvz; dt ord, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp j-jn p-acp po12 n2-jn; (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2516 The third, when we make our selves inferior even to our inferiors, and lesse then those who are lesser then we. The third, when we make our selves inferior even to our inferiors, and less then those who Are lesser then we. dt ord, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n2-jn, cc av-dc cs d r-crq vbr jc cs pns12. (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2517 Of this third sort of humility, the Apostle speakes againe in that serious admonition to the Church ( Phil: 2.3.) Let nothing be done through strife, Of this third sort of humility, the Apostle speaks again in that serious admonition to the Church (Philip: 2.3.) Let nothing be done through strife, pp-f d ord n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz av p-acp cst j n1 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvd pix vbi vdn p-acp n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2518 or vaine glory, but in lowlinesse of minde; Let each esteeme other better then himselfe. or vain glory, but in lowliness of mind; Let each esteem other better then himself. cc j n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1; vvb d n1 j-jn jc cs px31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2519 As it is good to judge (according to truth) the worst of our selves, As it is good to judge (according to truth) the worst of our selves, p-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi (vvg p-acp n1) dt js pp-f po12 n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2520 and the best of others, so it is good to have a better opinion of others then of our selves. and the best of Others, so it is good to have a better opinion of Others then of our selves. cc dt js pp-f n2-jn, av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vhi dt jc n1 pp-f n2-jn av pp-f po12 n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 424 Page 129
2521 So then, the poynt lyeth not against giving honour to any man, or to men of all sorts, So then, the point lies not against giving honour to any man, or to men of all sorts, av av, dt n1 vvz xx p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp n2 pp-f d n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 425 Page 129
2522 but only against the giving of undue honour to any. but only against the giving of undue honour to any. cc-acp av-j p-acp dt vvg pp-f j n1 p-acp d. (9) chapter (DIV2) 425 Page 129
2523 Of that the Apostle speakes ( Gal: 1.10.) If I yet please men, I should not be the servant of Christ; Of that the Apostle speaks (Gall: 1.10.) If I yet please men, I should not be the servant of christ; pp-f d dt n1 vvz (n1: crd.) cs pns11 av vvb n2, pns11 vmd xx vbi dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 425 Page 129
2524 that is, if I should please men by flattery, smoothing them up in their sins or errors, I could not be the servant of Christ. that is, if I should please men by flattery, smoothing them up in their Sins or errors, I could not be the servant of christ. cst vbz, cs pns11 vmd vvi n2 p-acp n1, vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns11 vmd xx vbi dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 425 Page 129
2525 They that were the strick observers of Christ, could not but observe this in him, that though he came to save man, They that were the strick observers of christ, could not but observe this in him, that though he Come to save man, pns32 cst vbdr dt vvb n2 pp-f np1, vmd xx cc-acp vvi d p-acp pno31, cst cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 425 Page 129
2526 yet he was farre enough from pleasing, that is, humoring any man. ( Luke 20.21.) And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou sayest and teachest rightly, yet he was Far enough from pleasing, that is, Humouring any man. (Lycia 20.21.) And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou Sayest and Teachest rightly, av pns31 vbds av-j av-d p-acp vvg, cst vbz, vvg d n1. (av crd.) cc pns32 vvd pno31, vvg, n1, pns12 vvb cst pns21 vv2 cc vv2 av-jn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 425 Page 129
2527 neither acceptest thou the person of any, but teachest the way of God truly. Yet caution is to be used here. neither acceptest thou the person of any, but Teachest the Way of God truly. Yet caution is to be used Here. av-dx vvd2 pns21 dt n1 pp-f d, cc-acp vv2 dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j. av n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 425 Page 129
2549 And can say (as the Apostle speaks, Ephes: 4.20.) He hath not so learned Christ; And can say (as the Apostle speaks, Ephesians: 4.20.) He hath not so learned christ; cc vmb vvi (c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1: crd.) pns31 vhz xx av j np1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 429 Page 130
2528 For some goe so farre to the other hand, that while they thinke they ought not to flatter or plea•e, they care not how they slight or disrespect the persons of men; and in stead of so: For Some go so Far to the other hand, that while they think they ought not to flatter or plea•e, they care not how they slight or disrespect the Persons of men; and in stead of so: p-acp d vvb av av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst cs pns32 vvb pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pns32 vvb xx c-crq pns32 j cc n1 dt n2 pp-f n2; cc p-acp n1 pp-f av: (9) chapter (DIV2) 426 Page 129
2529 bearing (as they ought) to give undue titles, they will not (as was toucht before) give so much as those that are due; bearing (as they ought) to give undue titles, they will not (as was touched before) give so much as those that Are due; vvg (c-acp pns32 vmd) pc-acp vvi j n2, pns32 vmb xx (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) vvb av av-d c-acp d cst vbr j-jn; (9) chapter (DIV2) 426 Page 129
2530 that's a sin in defect, as the other is in excesse. that's a since in defect, as the other is in excess. d|vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n-jn vbz p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 426 Page 129
2531 And they sin much more who while they refuse to give flattering titles, a•e free to give reviling titles. And they since much more who while they refuse to give flattering titles, a•e free to give reviling titles. cc pns32 n1 av-d dc r-crq cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2, vbb j pc-acp vvi vvg n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 426 Page 129
2532 There are these two g•eat tongue-evills among men; Some give flattering titles, others give reviling titles, detracting, calumniating, and biting titles; There Are these two g•eat tongue-evills among men; some give flattering titles, Others give reviling titles, detracting, calumniating, and biting titles; pc-acp vbr d crd j j p-acp n2; d vvb vvg n2, n2-jn vvb vvg n2, n-vvg, j-vvg, cc j-vvg n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 426 Page 129
2533 it is as dangerous not to forbeare the one, as to be free and forward in giving the other, it is as dangerous not to forbear the one, as to be free and forward in giving the other, pn31 vbz a-acp j xx pc-acp vvi dt pi, c-acp pc-acp vbi j cc av-j p-acp vvg dt j-jn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 426 Page 130
2534 and therefore we should take heed of both these extreames, that our speech may have an equall respect to truth, both while we praise, and while we reprove. and Therefore we should take heed of both these extremes, that our speech may have an equal respect to truth, both while we praise, and while we reprove. cc av pns12 vmd vvi n1 pp-f d d n2-jn, cst po12 n1 vmb vhi dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, d n1 pns12 vvb, cc cs pns12 vvb. (9) chapter (DIV2) 426 Page 130
2535 Vers. 22. For I know not how to give flattering titles. Vers. 22. For I know not how to give flattering titles. np1 crd c-acp pns11 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 426 Page 130
2536 It seemes to have little vertue in it, or matter of commendation, not to give flattering titles, It seems to have little virtue in it, or matter of commendation, not to give flattering titles, pn31 vvz pc-acp vhi j n1 p-acp pn31, cc n1 pp-f n1, xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 427 Page 130
2537 when we are not able, or know not how to give them; when we Are not able, or know not how to give them; c-crq pns12 vbr xx j, cc vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32; (9) chapter (DIV2) 427 Page 130
2538 To heare one that is (as we speak) a meere Countryman, or a clowne say, I will not give flattering titles, speakes not his praise at all, To hear one that is (as we speak) a mere Countryman, or a clown say, I will not give flattering titles, speaks not his praise At all, pc-acp vvi pi cst vbz (c-acp pns12 vvb) dt j n1, cc dt n1 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvb j-vvg n2, vvz xx po31 n1 p-acp d, (9) chapter (DIV2) 427 Page 130
2539 because 'tis supposed he at most can but speake sence, or true English; Because it's supposed he At most can but speak sense, or true English; c-acp pn31|vbz vvn pns31 p-acp ds vmb cc-acp vvi n1, cc j jp; (9) chapter (DIV2) 427 Page 130
2540 but to heare a learned man, or some Great Courtier say, I will not give flattering titles, this is something, this shewes that his honesty masters his ability, but to hear a learned man, or Some Great Courtier say, I will not give flattering titles, this is something, this shows that his honesty Masters his ability, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc d j n1 vvi, pns11 vmb xx vvb j-vvg n2, d vbz pi, d n2 cst po31 n1 vvz po31 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 427 Page 130
2541 and that his conscience is too strong for his parts. and that his conscience is too strong for his parts. cc cst po31 n1 vbz av j c-acp po31 n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 427 Page 130
2542 How is it then that Elihu saith, I know not to give flattering titles? Had not Elihu wit and skill, words and language at command to give them? Was he so coursely bred that he could not reach them? How is it then that Elihu Says, I know not to give flattering titles? Had not Elihu wit and skill, words and language At command to give them? Was he so coursely bred that he could not reach them? q-crq vbz pn31 av cst np1 vvz, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2? vhd xx np1 n1 cc n1, n2 cc n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32? vbds pns31 av av-j vvn cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32? (9) chapter (DIV2) 427 Page 130
2543 I answer, Those words, I know not, may have a three-fold interpretation. I answer, Those words, I know not, may have a threefold Interpretation. pns11 vvb, d n2, pns11 vvb xx, vmb vhi dt j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 428 Page 130
2544 First, I know not, is, I have not made that piece of knowledge my study, I have not set my selfe to learne the art of flattery, First, I know not, is, I have not made that piece of knowledge my study, I have not Set my self to Learn the art of flattery, ord, pns11 vvb xx, vbz, pns11 vhb xx vvn d n1 pp-f n1 po11 n1, pns11 vhb xx vvn po11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 429 Page 130
2545 nor to gaine the skill of carnal Courtship. nor to gain the skill of carnal Courtship. ccx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 429 Page 130
2546 Thus I know not to doe it, is, I have not set my selfe to doe it, I have not made it my businesse, Thus I know not to do it, is, I have not Set my self to do it, I have not made it my business, av pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vdi pn31, vbz, pns11 vhb xx vvn po11 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, pns11 vhb xx vvn pn31 po11 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 429 Page 130
2547 or my ayme to doe it; A good man hath, or at least desireth no skill in that which is evill, or not his duty; or my aim to do it; A good man hath, or At least Desires no skill in that which is evil, or not his duty; cc po11 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; dt j n1 vhz, cc p-acp ds vvz dx n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn, cc xx po31 n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 429 Page 130
2548 how much soever any man knows to flatter, yet we may say he knows not to flatter who abhorreth flattery; how much soever any man knows to flatter, yet we may say he knows not to flatter who abhorreth flattery; c-crq av-d av d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, av pns12 vmb vvi pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi r-crq vvz n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 429 Page 130
2550 that is, he hath heard no such lessons, nor received any such instruction in the schoole of Christ. that is, he hath herd no such Lessons, nor received any such instruction in the school of christ. cst vbz, pns31 vhz vvn dx d n2, ccx vvd d d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 429 Page 130
2551 Thus Elihu saith, I know not to give flattering titles. Thus Elihu Says, I know not to give flattering titles. av np1 vvz, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 430 Page 130
2552 And doubtlesse, 'tis best being an Ideot, or a bungler at the doing of that which is not good, And doubtless, it's best being an Idiot, or a bungler At the doing of that which is not good, cc av-j, pn31|vbz av-js vbg dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f d r-crq vbz xx j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 430 Page 130
2553 or (as the Apostle saith, some are to every good work) to be reprobate to every evill work, and word. or (as the Apostle Says, Some Are to every good work) to be Reprobate to every evil work, and word. cc (c-acp dt n1 vvz, d vbr p-acp d j n1) pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp d j-jn n1, cc n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 430 Page 130
2554 How knowing are they, who can say in truth, they know not how to lie, or flatter, &c. I dare not say (with the Papists) that ignorance is, How knowing Are they, who can say in truth, they know not how to lie, or flatter, etc. I Dare not say (with the Papists) that ignorance is, np1 vvg vbr pns32, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, av pns11 vvb xx vvi (p-acp dt njp2) cst n1 vbz, (9) chapter (DIV2) 430 Page 130
2555 but I am sure this nescience is not only the mother of devotion, but a great poynt of devotion it selfe. but I am sure this nescience is not only the mother of devotion, but a great point of devotion it self. cc-acp pns11 vbm j d n1 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 430 Page 131
2556 And, in this sence every godly man, and only a godly man knoweth not how to doe evill. And, in this sense every godly man, and only a godly man Knoweth not how to do evil. np1, p-acp d n1 d j n1, cc av-j dt j n1 vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vdi j-jn. (9) chapter (DIV2) 430 Page 131
2557 For as the wicked may have the Theory of good workes, and know what it is to pray, what it is to heare the word of God, For as the wicked may have the Theory of good works, and know what it is to pray, what it is to hear the word of God, c-acp p-acp dt j vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc vvb r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2558 yet they have no skill, they are not studied, nor fitted for the practise of those workes; yet they have no skill, they Are not studied, nor fitted for the practice of those works; av pns32 vhb dx n1, pns32 vbr xx vvn, ccx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2559 So a godly man may know in speculation what it is to doe wickedly, and how to doe it as well as the most wicked man in the world, So a godly man may know in speculation what it is to do wickedly, and how to do it as well as the most wicked man in the world, av dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vdi av-j, cc c-crq pc-acp vdi pn31 a-acp av c-acp dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2560 yet he is not at all disposed nor ready for the practise of any wickedness. As nature makes us reprobate to good, so grace to evill workes. yet he is not At all disposed nor ready for the practice of any wickedness. As nature makes us Reprobate to good, so grace to evil works. av pns31 vbz xx p-acp d vvd ccx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. p-acp n1 vvz pno12 vvi p-acp j, av vvb p-acp j-jn n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2561 The Prophet saith of a bad sort of men, ( Jer: 4.22.) They are wise to doe evill, The Prophet Says of a bad sort of men, (Jer: 4.22.) They Are wise to do evil, dt n1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2, (np1: crd.) pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi j-jn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2562 but to doe good they have no knowledge. but to do good they have no knowledge. cc-acp pc-acp vdi j pns32 vhb dx n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2563 Were they an ignorant people? No, the meaning is, they had not set themselves to learne the doing of that good which they knew; Were they an ignorant people? No, the meaning is, they had not Set themselves to Learn the doing of that good which they knew; vbdr pns32 dt j n1? uh-dx, dt n1 vbz, pns32 vhd xx vvn px32 pc-acp vvi dt vdg pp-f d j r-crq pns32 vvd; (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2564 theirs were not sins of ignorance, but of wilfulnesse, and perversnesse. theirs were not Sins of ignorance, but of wilfulness, and perverseness. png32 vbdr xx n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1, cc n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2565 So on the other hand, 'tis the commendation of the people of God, They are wise to doe good, So on the other hand, it's the commendation of the people of God, They Are wise to do good, av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2566 but to doe evill they have no knowledge. I know not to give flattering titles. but to do evil they have no knowledge. I know not to give flattering titles. cc-acp pc-acp vdi j-jn pns32 vhb dx n1. pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 431 Page 131
2567 Secondly, As to know a thing or person, imports the allowance and approbation of it. ( Psal: 1.6.) The Lord knoweth the way of the righteous; Secondly, As to know a thing or person, imports the allowance and approbation of it. (Psalm: 1.6.) The Lord Knoweth the Way of the righteous; ord, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1, vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j; (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2568 that is, he approveth it. ( Psal: 101.4.) I will not know a wicked person; that is, he approveth it. (Psalm: 101.4.) I will not know a wicked person; cst vbz, pns31 vvz pn31. (np1: crd.) pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2569 that is, I like him not, I regard him not, I will never give him testimony, he shall neither have my hand, nor my heart. that is, I like him not, I regard him not, I will never give him testimony, he shall neither have my hand, nor my heart. cst vbz, pns11 vvb pno31 xx, pns11 vvb pno31 xx, pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno31 n1, pns31 vmb av-dx vhi po11 n1, ccx po11 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2570 So, not to know a thing or person, notes our disallowance and distast of either; So, not to know a thing or person, notes our disallowance and distaste of either; np1, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1, vvz po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f d; (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2593 Elihu doth but include himselfe in the number of those whom God hath made, he doth not exclude others from being made by God, Elihu does but include himself in the number of those whom God hath made, he does not exclude Others from being made by God, np1 vdz p-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq np1 vhz vvn, pns31 vdz xx vvi n2-jn p-acp vbg vvn p-acp np1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 437 Page 132
2571 in this sence Christ will say to those great knowing professors ( Luke 13.27.) I tell you, I know you not whence you are, depart from me, &c. Thus, here when Elihu professeth, I know not to give flattering titles; in this sense christ will say to those great knowing professors (Lycia 13.27.) I tell you, I know you not whence you Are, depart from me, etc. Thus, Here when Elihu Professes, I know not to give flattering titles; p-acp d n1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp d j j-vvg n2 (av crd.) pns11 vvb pn22, pns11 vvb pn22 xx c-crq pn22 vbr, vvb p-acp pno11, av av, av c-crq np1 vvz, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2572 his meaning is, I like not, yea, I cannot abide to doe it. his meaning is, I like not, yea, I cannot abide to do it. po31 n1 vbz, pns11 vvb xx, uh, pns11 vmbx vvi pc-acp vdi pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2573 I may be as much skilled as any man to speake high words, possibly I could Court it as well as others, I may be as much skilled as any man to speak high words, possibly I could Court it as well as Others, pns11 vmb vbi c-acp av-d vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, av-j pns11 vmd vvi pn31 a-acp av c-acp n2-jn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2574 but I have no heart to doe it, yea it is the abhorrence of my soule to doe it. but I have no heart to do it, yea it is the abhorrence of my soul to do it. cc-acp pns11 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, uh pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2575 A good man doth not approve the doing of evill, and therefore though he know well enough how to doe evill, A good man does not approve the doing of evil, and Therefore though he know well enough how to do evil, dt j n1 vdz xx vvi dt vdg pp-f n-jn, cc av cs pns31 vvb av av-d c-crq pc-acp vdi j-jn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2576 yet he is truely sayd not to know how to doe it. Thirdly, Not to know a thing, is not to be accustomed, or practised in it. yet he is truly said not to know how to do it. Thirdly, Not to know a thing, is not to be accustomed, or practised in it. av pns31 vbz av-j vvn xx pc-acp vvi c-crq pc-acp vdi pn31. ord, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 432 Page 131
2577 Thus when Elihu saith, I know not to give flattering titles; Thus when Elihu Says, I know not to give flattering titles; av c-crq np1 vvz, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 433 Page 131
2578 he seemes to say, It is not my manner, I have not been used to flatter. he seems to say, It is not my manner, I have not been used to flatter. pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz xx po11 n1, pns11 vhb xx vbn vvn pc-acp vvi. (9) chapter (DIV2) 433 Page 132
2579 As use doth not only make fitnesse, but encreaseth our knowledge, so disuse doth at once unfit us to doe a thing, As use does not only make fitness, but increases our knowledge, so disuse does At once unfit us to do a thing, p-acp n1 vdz xx av-j vvi n1, cc-acp vvz po12 n1, av n1 vdz p-acp a-acp j pno12 pc-acp vdi dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 433 Page 132
2580 and diminisheth our knowledge how to doe it. and diminisheth our knowledge how to do it. cc vvz po12 n1 c-crq pc-acp vdi pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 433 Page 132
2581 And therefore what we use not to doe, we are rightly sayd not to know to doe. And Therefore what we use not to do, we Are rightly said not to know to do. cc av r-crq pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vdi, pns12 vbr av-jn vvn xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi. (9) chapter (DIV2) 433 Page 132
2582 I know not to give flattering titles. Hence note. I know not to give flattering titles. Hence note. pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2. av vvi. (9) chapter (DIV2) 433 Page 132
2583 The spirit of a good man is set against all that is evill, he cannot close nor comply with it. The Spirit of a good man is Set against all that is evil, he cannot close nor comply with it. dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d cst vbz j-jn, pns31 vmbx vvi ccx vvi p-acp pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 434 Page 132
2584 His understanding assenteth not to it, his will chuseth it not, his conscience cannot swallow it, His understanding assenteth not to it, his will chooseth it not, his conscience cannot swallow it, po31 n1 vvz xx p-acp pn31, po31 n1 vvz pn31 xx, po31 n1 vmbx vvi pn31, (9) chapter (DIV2) 435 Page 132
2585 though not a camel, but a gnat, the least of sin-evils, much lesse doth he give himselfe up to the free and customary practise of great sins. though not a camel, but a gnat, the least of sin-evils, much less does he give himself up to the free and customary practice of great Sins. cs xx dt n1, cc-acp dt n1, dt ds pp-f j, av-d dc vdz pns31 vvi px31 a-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f j n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 435 Page 132
2586 A good man may well be sayd, not to know to sin, because though he knoweth the nature of all sins, A good man may well be said, not to know to since, Because though he Knoweth the nature of all Sins, dt j n1 vmb av vbi vvn, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-acp cs pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 435 Page 132
2587 yet he knowingly declines the doing of every sin. yet he knowingly declines the doing of every since. av pns31 av-vvg vvz dt vdg pp-f d n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 435 Page 132
2588 I know not to give flattering titles, In so doing my Maker would soone take me away. I know not to give flattering titles, In so doing my Maker would soon take me away. pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2, p-acp av vdg po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 435 Page 132
2589 Those words, in so doing, are not expressed in the Originall, but supplyed to make up the sence; Those words, in so doing, Are not expressed in the Original, but supplied to make up the sense; d n2, p-acp av vdg, vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j-jn, cc-acp vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 436 Page 132
2590 and yet we may very well read the text without them; and yet we may very well read the text without them; cc av pns12 vmb av av vvn dt n1 p-acp pno32; (9) chapter (DIV2) 436 Page 132
2591 I know not to give flattering titles, my Maker would soone take me away, or as Mr Broughton renders, my Maker would be my taker away. My Maker. I know not to give flattering titles, my Maker would soon take me away, or as Mr Broughton renders, my Maker would be my taker away. My Maker. pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2, po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av, cc p-acp n1 np1 vvz, po11 n1 vmd vbi po11 n1 av. po11 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 436 Page 132
2592 Elihu expresseth God, by the work of creation, or by his relation to God as a creator; Elihu Expresses God, by the work of creation, or by his Relation to God as a creator; np1 vvz np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 437 Page 132
2594 as much as himselfe, while he saith, My Maker. God is the maker of every man, as much as himself, while he Says, My Maker. God is the maker of every man, c-acp d c-acp px31, cs pns31 vvz, po11 n1. np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 437 Page 132
2596 First, He is the maker of every man, in his naturall constitution, as he is a man, consisting of a reasonable soule and body. First, He is the maker of every man, in his natural constitution, as he is a man, consisting of a reasonable soul and body. ord, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, vvg pp-f dt j n1 cc n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 438 Page 132
2597 I am fearefully and wonderfully made, sayd David, with respect to both, ( Psal: 119.14.) I am fearfully and wonderfully made, said David, with respect to both, (Psalm: 119.14.) pns11 vbm av-j cc av-j vvn, vvd np1, p-acp n1 p-acp d, (np1: crd.) (9) chapter (DIV2) 438 Page 132
2598 Secondly, God is every mans maker, in his civill state, as well as in his naturall; Secondly, God is every men maker, in his civil state, as well as in his natural; ord, np1 vbz d ng1 n1, p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po31 j; (9) chapter (DIV2) 439 Page 132
2599 he formeth us up into such and such a condition, as rich, or as poore, he formeth us up into such and such a condition, as rich, or as poor, pns31 vvz pno12 a-acp p-acp d cc d dt n1, c-acp j, cc p-acp j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 439 Page 132
2600 as high, or as low, as Governours or as governed, according to the pleasure of his owne will. ( Prov. 22.2.) The rich and the poore meete together, the Lord is the maker of them both; as high, or as low, as Governors or as governed, according to the pleasure of his own will. (Curae 22.2.) The rich and the poor meet together, the Lord is the maker of them both; c-acp j, cc c-acp av-j, c-acp n2 cc c-acp vvn, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (np1 crd.) dt j cc dt j vvi av, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 d; (9) chapter (DIV2) 439 Page 133
2601 he meaneth it not only, if at all in that place, that the Lord hath made them both as men, he means it not only, if At all in that place, that the Lord hath made them both as men, pns31 vvz pn31 xx av-j, cs p-acp d p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 d p-acp n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 439 Page 133
2602 but he hath made the one a rich man, and the other a poore man. Thus the Lord is the maker of them both. but he hath made the one a rich man, and the other a poor man. Thus the Lord is the maker of them both. cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt crd dt j n1, cc dt j-jn dt j n1. av dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 d. (9) chapter (DIV2) 439 Page 133
2603 And as the Lord makes men rich, so Great and honorable. ( Psal: 75.6.) Promotion cometh not from the East, And as the Lord makes men rich, so Great and honourable. (Psalm: 75.6.) Promotion comes not from the East, cc c-acp dt n1 vvz n2 j, av j cc j. (np1: crd.) n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 439 Page 133
2604 nor from the West, nor from the South; nor from the West, nor from the South; ccx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 439 Page 133
2605 It cometh from none of these parts or points of earth or heaven, it cometh from nothing under heaven, It comes from none of these parts or points of earth or heaven, it comes from nothing under heaven, pn31 vvz p-acp pix pp-f d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vvz p-acp pix p-acp n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 439 Page 133
2606 but from the God of heaven; God is the Judge, he putteth downe one, and setteth up another. but from the God of heaven; God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and sets up Another. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; np1 vbz dt n1, pns31 vvz a-acp crd, cc vvz a-acp j-jn. (9) chapter (DIV2) 439 Page 133
2607 Thirdly, The Lord is the maker of every man in his spirituall state, as good, Thirdly, The Lord is the maker of every man in his spiritual state, as good, ord, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 440 Page 133
2608 and holy, and gracious. ( Ephes. 2.10.) We are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works; and holy, and gracious. (Ephesians 2.10.) We Are his workmanship, created in christ jesus unto good works; cc j, cc j. (np1 crd.) pns12 vbr po31 n1, vvn p-acp np1 np1 p-acp j n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 440 Page 133
2609 till we are wrought by God, we can doe none of Gods worke, nor have we any mind to doe it. till we Are wrought by God, we can do none of God's work, nor have we any mind to do it. c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vdi pix pp-f npg1 n1, ccx vhb pns12 d n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 440 Page 133
2610 Now when Elihu saith, My Maker would soone take me away, we may understand it in all these three sences; Now when Elihu Says, My Maker would soon take me away, we may understand it in all these three Senses; av c-crq np1 vvz, po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d d crd n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 440 Page 133
2611 he that made me this body and soule, when I came into the world, he that ordered my way and state all this while that I have been in this world, he that formed me up into a new life, the life of Grace, he that made me this body and soul, when I Come into the world, he that ordered my Way and state all this while that I have been in this world, he that formed me up into a new life, the life of Grace, pns31 cst vvd pno11 d n1 cc n1, c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 cst vvd po11 n1 cc n1 d d n1 cst pns11 vhb vbn p-acp d n1, pns31 cst vvd pno11 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 440 Page 133
2612 and hath made me a new man in this and for another world. This my Maker would soone take me away. Hence note. and hath made me a new man in this and for Another world. This my Maker would soon take me away. Hence note. cc vhz vvn pno11 dt j n1 p-acp d cc p-acp j-jn n1. d po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av. av vvi. (9) chapter (DIV2) 440 Page 133
2613 It is good to remember God as our maker. It is good to Remember God as our maker. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po12 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 441 Page 133
2614 Man would not make such ill worke in the world, if he remembred God his maker, Man would not make such ill work in the world, if he remembered God his maker, n1 vmd xx vvi d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vvd np1 po31 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 133
2615 or that himselfe is the work of God. We should remember God our maker; First, as to our being, as from him we receive life and breath. or that himself is the work of God. We should Remember God our maker; First, as to our being, as from him we receive life and breath. cc cst px31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. pns12 vmd vvi np1 po12 n1; ord, c-acp p-acp po12 n1, c-acp p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb n1 cc n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 133
2616 Secondly, as to our well-being, as from him we receive all good things, both for this life and a better. ( Eccles: 12.1.) Remember now thy creator (not only that God is a creator, Secondly, as to our well-being, as from him we receive all good things, both for this life and a better. (Eccles: 12.1.) remember now thy creator (not only that God is a creator, ord, c-acp p-acp po12 n1, c-acp p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb d j n2, av-d p-acp d n1 cc dt jc. (np1: crd.) vvb av po21 n1 (xx av-j d np1 vbz dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 133
2618 And surely if thou remembrest him well, thou wilt not forget thy selfe so much as to forget the duty which thou owest him. And surely if thou Rememberest him well, thou wilt not forget thy self so much as to forget the duty which thou owest him. cc av-j cs pns21 vv2 pno31 av, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1 av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pns21 vv2 pno31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 133
2619 Thinke often upon thy maker, and then this thought will be upon thee alwayes, If I owe my selfe wholly unto God for making me in nature, Think often upon thy maker, and then this Thought will be upon thee always, If I owe my self wholly unto God for making me in nature, vvb av p-acp po21 n1, cc av d n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno21 av, cs pns11 vvb po11 n1 av-jn p-acp np1 p-acp vvg pno11 p-acp n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 133
2620 how much more doe I owe my selfe unto God, for making me a new creature. how much more do I owe my self unto God, for making me a new creature. c-crq av-d av-dc vdb pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg pno11 dt j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 133
2621 We ought to live wholly to him from whom we have received our lives. He that hath made us should have the use of us. We ought to live wholly to him from whom we have received our lives. He that hath made us should have the use of us. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi av-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2. pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f pno12. (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 133
2622 He hath made all things for himselfe, ( Prov: 16.4.) chiefely man, who is the chiefe of all visibles which he hath made. He hath made all things for himself, (Curae: 16.4.) chiefly man, who is the chief of all visibles which he hath made. pns31 vhz vvn d n2 c-acp px31, (np1: crd.) av-jn n1, r-crq vbz dt n-jn pp-f d fw-fr r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 134
2623 Those two memento's, That we are made by the power of God, and that the price by which we are redeemed is the blood of God, should constraine us at all times and in all things to be at the call and command of God. Those two memento's, That we Are made by the power of God, and that the price by which we Are redeemed is the blood of God, should constrain us At all times and in all things to be At the call and command of God. d crd n2, cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc cst dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 134
2624 My Maker Would soone take me away. My Maker Would soon take me away. po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 442 Page 134
2625 We had the same word in the former verse, there 'tis used for accepting a person; We had the same word in the former verse, there it's used for accepting a person; pns12 vhd dt d n1 p-acp dt j n1, a-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp vvg dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 443 Page 134
2626 here for taking away a person. The Learned Hebricians take notice of an elegant flower of Rhetorick in this expression; Here for taking away a person. The Learned Hebricians take notice of an elegant flower of Rhetoric in this expression; av p-acp vvg av dt n1. dt j n2 vvb n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 443 Page 134
2627 If I take persons, God will take away my person; so we may translate the Text; If I take Persons, God will take away my person; so we may translate the Text; cs pns11 vvb n2, np1 vmb vvi av po11 n1; av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 443 Page 134
2628 If I take men, my God will take me away. If I take men, my God will take me away. cs pns11 vvb n2, po11 np1 vmb vvi pno11 av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 443 Page 134
2629 Yea my maker would not only take me away at last, or (as we say) first or last, but he would make dispatch, Yea my maker would not only take me away At last, or (as we say) First or last, but he would make dispatch, uh po11 n1 vmd xx av-j vvi pno11 av p-acp ord, cc (c-acp pns12 vvb) ord cc ord, p-acp pns31 vmd vvi n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 443 Page 134
2630 and be quicke with me, My maker would Soone take me away. Some render, He would take me away as a little thing; and be quick with me, My maker would Soon take me away. some render, He would take me away as a little thing; cc vbi j p-acp pno11, po11 n1 vmd av vvb pno11 av. d vvb, pns31 vmd vvi pno11 av p-acp dt j n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 443 Page 134
2631 But the mind of our translation is, he would take me away in a little time. The originall word beares either signification, and so may the scope of the text; But the mind of our Translation is, he would take me away in a little time. The original word bears either signification, and so may the scope of the text; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz, pns31 vmd vvi pno11 av p-acp dt j n1. dt j-jn n1 vvz d n1, cc av vmb dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2632 My Maker would take me away as a little thing, he would blow me away as a feather, My Maker would take me away as a little thing, he would blow me away as a feather, po11 n1 vmd vvi pno11 av p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmd vvi pno11 av p-acp dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2633 or as dust, and crush me as a moth; and he would doe it in a moment, in a little time; or as dust, and crush me as a moth; and he would do it in a moment, in a little time; cc p-acp n1, cc vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1; cc pns31 vmd vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2634 all the men of the world, yea the whole world is but a little thing before God, all the men of the world, yea the Whole world is but a little thing before God, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, uh dt j-jn n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2635 and he can quickly take both away. ( Isa: 40.15.) Behold, the nations are as a drop of a bucket, and he can quickly take both away. (Isaiah: 40.15.) Behold, the Nations Are as a drop of a bucket, cc pns31 vmb av-j vvi d av. (np1: crd.) vvb, dt n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2636 and are counted as the small dust of the Ballance; Behold, he taketh up the Islands as a very little thing. and Are counted as the small dust of the Balance; Behold, he Takes up the Islands as a very little thing. cc vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; vvb, pns31 vvz a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2637 Now if Whole Islands, if all nations are such little things as drops and dusts, Now if whole Islands, if all Nations Are such little things as drops and dusts, av cs j-jn n2, cs d n2 vbr d j n2 c-acp n2 cc n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2638 then, what is any one particular man, how big soever he be? And how soone can God take him away! then, what is any one particular man, how big soever he be? And how soon can God take him away! av, q-crq vbz d crd j n1, c-crq j av pns31 vbi? cc q-crq av vmb np1 vvi pno31 av! (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2639 Little things are taken away in a little time. Little things Are taken away in a little time. j n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2640 So the word is used in the second Psalme ( v. 12.) If his wrath be kindled but a little, or but, as a little thing; if the wrath of Christ be kindled only so farre that you see but a sparke of it, blessed are they that trust in him; So the word is used in the second Psalm (v. 12.) If his wrath be kindled but a little, or but, as a little thing; if the wrath of christ be kindled only so Far that you see but a spark of it, blessed Are they that trust in him; np1 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 (n1 crd) cs po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt j, cc p-acp, p-acp dt j n1; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn av-j av av-j cst pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb p-acp pno31; (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2641 There is no standing before the least wrath of the great God, by the greatest of the sons of men. There is no standing before the least wrath of the great God, by the greatest of the Sons of men. a-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f dt j np1, p-acp dt js pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 444 Page 134
2642 We translate, He would soone take me away, or he would doe it in a little time, my ruine needs not be long in working, he would rid his hands of me presently; We translate, He would soon take me away, or he would do it in a little time, my ruin needs not be long in working, he would rid his hands of me presently; pns12 vvb, pns31 vmd av vvi pno11 av, cc pns31 vmd vdi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, po11 n1 vvz xx vbi j p-acp vvg, pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 pp-f pno11 av-j; (9) chapter (DIV2) 445 Page 135
2643 to take or snatch a man away, notes three things. First, A violent death, or a violence in death. to take or snatch a man away, notes three things. First, A violent death, or a violence in death. pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 av, n2 crd n2. ord, dt j n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 445 Page 135
2644 Secondly, A speedy or sudden death, a quick dispatch. Secondly, A speedy or sudden death, a quick dispatch. ord, dt j cc j n1, dt j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 447 Page 135
2645 When the fire was kindled and the word sent out against Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, their maker soone took them away; When the fire was kindled and the word sent out against Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, their maker soon took them away; c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn cc dt n1 vvd av p-acp np1, np1, cc np1, po32 n1 av vvd pno32 av; (9) chapter (DIV2) 447 Page 135
2646 he bid the earth open, and it tooke them away in the twinckling of an eye; he bid the earth open, and it took them away in the twinkling of an eye; pns31 vvd dt n1 j, cc pn31 vvd pno32 av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 447 Page 135
2647 they went downe quick into hell. they went down quick into hell. pns32 vvd a-acp j p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 447 Page 135
2648 It is sayd of a wicked man in this booke ( Chap: 27.21.) The East wind carrieth him away; It is said of a wicked man in this book (Chap: 27.21.) The East wind Carrieth him away; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1 (n1: crd.) dt n1 n1 vvz pno31 av; (9) chapter (DIV2) 447 Page 135
2649 there also this word is used, that is, judgement like some fierce impetuous winde, shall blow him from his standing, and blast all his glory. there also this word is used, that is, judgement like Some fierce impetuous wind, shall blow him from his standing, and blast all his glory. a-acp av d n1 vbz vvn, cst vbz, n1 av-j d j j n1, vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n-vvg, cc vvi d po31 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 447 Page 135
2650 Some give the sence by the effect of fire, My Maker would soone burne or consume me. some give the sense by the Effect of fire, My Maker would soon burn or consume me. d vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, po11 n1 vmd av vvi cc vvb pno11. (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2651 The word in the Hebrew signifieth to burne, as well as to take away, and we know the burning of a thing is the taking of it quite away; fire makes cleane riddance. The word in the Hebrew signifies to burn, as well as to take away, and we know the burning of a thing is the taking of it quite away; fire makes clean riddance. dt n1 p-acp dt njp vvz pc-acp vvi, c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi av, cc pns12 vvb dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 av av; n1 vvz j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2652 And againe Fire or flame riseth up (as a thing that is taken up) into the aire, And again Fire or flame Riseth up (as a thing that is taken up) into the air, cc av n1 cc n1 vvz a-acp (c-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn a-acp) p-acp dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2653 and that which is burned in the fire may be sayd to be taken up with it. and that which is burned in the fire may be said to be taken up with it. cc cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2654 Thus also 'tis translated (2 Sam: 5.20, 21.) David came unto Baal-perazim, and David smote them there, &c. and there they left their Images, Thus also it's translated (2 Sam: 5.20, 21.) David Come unto Baal-perazim, and David smote them there, etc. and there they left their Images, av av pn31|vbz vvn (crd np1: crd, crd) np1 vvd p-acp j, cc np1 vvd pno32 a-acp, av cc pc-acp pns32 vvd po32 n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2655 and David and his men burnt them; we put in the margin, and David and his men tooke them away; and David and his men burned them; we put in the margin, and David and his men took them away; cc np1 cc po31 n2 vvd pno32; pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc np1 cc po31 n2 vvd pno32 av; (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2656 which is the translation here in Job. Either of the readings is cleare and full to the purpose; which is the Translation Here in Job. Either of the readings is clear and full to the purpose; r-crq vbz dt n1 av p-acp np1. d pp-f dt n2-vvg vbb j cc j p-acp dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2657 God hath fire, he hath hell-fire unquenchable for sinners, their maker can quickly consume and burne them up. ( Isa: 27.4.) Who would set the briars and thorns in battell against me, I would passe through them and burne them up together. God hath fire, he hath hell-fire unquenchable for Sinners, their maker can quickly consume and burn them up. (Isaiah: 27.4.) Who would Set the briers and thorns in battle against me, I would pass through them and burn them up together. np1 vhz n1, pns31 vhz n1 j p-acp n2, po32 n1 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi pno32 a-acp. (np1: crd.) r-crq vmd vvi dt n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 cc vvi pno32 a-acp av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2658 How quickly can the Lord burne wicked men, who like briars and thorns scratch and teare the innocent? wicked men can no more stand before the wrath of God, How quickly can the Lord burn wicked men, who like briers and thorns scratch and tear the innocent? wicked men can no more stand before the wrath of God, c-crq av-j vmb dt n1 vvb j n2, r-crq j n2 cc n2 vvb cc vvi dt j-jn? j n2 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2659 then briars and thorns can stand before a flaming fire. That's a good reading; ours comes to the same sence, my Maker would soone take me away. Hence observe. then briers and thorns can stand before a flaming fire. That's a good reading; ours comes to the same sense, my Maker would soon take me away. Hence observe. cs n2 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n1. d|vbz dt j n-vvg; png12 vvz p-acp dt d n1, po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av. av vvi. (9) chapter (DIV2) 448 Page 135
2660 First, As flattery and accepting of persons are great, so they are very dangerous sins, they are wrath-provoking sins. First, As flattery and accepting of Persons Are great, so they Are very dangerous Sins, they Are wrath-provoking Sins. ord, p-acp n1 cc vvg pp-f n2 vbr j, av pns32 vbr av j n2, pns32 vbr j n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 449 Page 135
2661 If we flatter men, God will not flatter us, he will deale plainly with us. If we flatter men, God will not flatter us, he will deal plainly with us. cs pns12 vvb n2, np1 vmb xx vvi pno12, pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno12. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 135
2662 To receive flattery, or to suffer our selves to be flattered, is very dangerous, as we see in the example of Herod (Acts 12.22, 23.) who having made a very eloquent Oration, The people gave a shout, saying, it is the voice of a God, and not of a man; To receive flattery, or to suffer our selves to be flattered, is very dangerous, as we see in the Exampl of Herod (Acts 12.22, 23.) who having made a very eloquent Oration, The people gave a shout, saying, it is the voice of a God, and not of a man; p-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz av j, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (n2 crd, crd) r-crq vhg vvn dt j j n1, dt n1 vvd dt n1, vvg, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cc xx pp-f dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2663 They gave him flattering titles, or (as some render the former part of this verse) they wonder'd at his person. They gave him flattering titles, or (as Some render the former part of this verse) they wondered At his person. pns32 vvd pno31 vvg n2, cc (c-acp d vvb dt j n1 pp-f d n1) pns32 vvd p-acp po31 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2664 But what was the issue of it? Presently (saith the text) the Angel of the Lord smote him, But what was the issue of it? Presently (Says the text) the Angel of the Lord smote him, p-acp r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31? av-j (vvz dt n1) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd pno31, (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2665 because he gave not God the glory, and he was eaten up with wormes, and gave up the ghost. Because he gave not God the glory, and he was eaten up with worms, and gave up the ghost. c-acp pns31 vvd xx np1 dt n1, cc pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n2, cc vvd a-acp dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2666 Thus his Maker tooke him soone away, for taking that glory to himselfe. O take heed of entertaining flatteries when given, we should put them back from us, Thus his Maker took him soon away, for taking that glory to himself. O take heed of entertaining flatteries when given, we should put them back from us, av po31 n1 vvd pno31 av av, p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp px31. sy vvb n1 pp-f vvg n2 c-crq vvn, pns12 vmd vvi pno32 av p-acp pno12, (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2667 as we would a poysonous cup. High commendations of Sermons given to the Preacher, may have a sad consequence. as we would a poisonous cup. High commendations of Sermons given to the Preacher, may have a sad consequence. c-acp pns12 vmd dt j n1. j n2 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb vhi dt j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2668 When men give much glory to men, 'tis hard for men to give the glory back againe to God. When men give much glory to men, it's hard for men to give the glory back again to God. c-crq n2 vvb d n1 p-acp n2, pn31|vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av av p-acp np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2669 Herod was so pleased and tickled with the glory which the people gave him, that he could not part with it, and so lost himselfe. Herod was so pleased and tickled with the glory which the people gave him, that he could not part with it, and so lost himself. np1 vbds av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvd pno31, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31, cc av vvn px31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2670 Because he forgat that he was a worme, he was destroyed by wormes. Because he forgot that he was a worm, he was destroyed by worms. p-acp pns31 vvd cst pns31 vbds dt n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2671 The translation given us by the Septuagint of this text in Job, complyes fully with that dreadfull example in the Acts; I know not how to give flattering titles, The Translation given us by the septuagint of this text in Job, complies Fully with that dreadful Exampl in the Acts; I know not how to give flattering titles, dt n1 vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, vvz av-j p-acp cst j n1 p-acp dt n2; pns11 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2672 for in so doing the wormes or moths will eate me up. for in so doing the worms or moths will eat me up. c-acp p-acp av vdg dt n2 cc n2 vmb vvi pno11 a-acp. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2673 The words of Elihu thus rendred in Job are a threatning assertion, That the wormes shall eate those that give flatteries; The words of Elihu thus rendered in Job Are a threatening assertion, That the worms shall eat those that give flatteries; dt n2 pp-f np1 av vvn p-acp np1 vbr dt j-vvg n1, cst dt n2 vmb vvi d cst vvb n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2674 and the judgement which fell u•on Herod, is an example threatning all those that receive flattering titiles, with that dreadfull doome of being eaten up by wormes. and the judgement which fell u•on Herod, is an Exampl threatening all those that receive flattering titiles, with that dreadful doom of being eaten up by worms. cc dt n1 r-crq vvd av np1, vbz dt n1 vvg d d cst vvb vvg j, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f vbg vvn a-acp p-acp n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2675 And doubtlesse, if not that, yet either some other corporal and visible judgement, or (which is much worse) some spirituall and invisible judgement, will overtake those who love either to flatter others, or to be flattered themselves. And doubtless, if not that, yet either Some other corporal and visible judgement, or (which is much Worse) Some spiritual and invisible judgement, will overtake those who love either to flatter Others, or to be flattered themselves. cc av-j, cs xx d, av av-d d j-jn n1 cc j n1, cc (r-crq vbz av-d jc) d j cc j n1, vmb vvi d r-crq vvb av-d pc-acp vvi n2-jn, cc pc-acp vbi vvn px32. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2676 And as that example shewes how dangerous it is to receive flatteries; so to give flatteries, hath in it a double danger. And as that Exampl shows how dangerous it is to receive flatteries; so to give flatteries, hath in it a double danger. cc c-acp cst n1 vvz c-crq j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n2; av pc-acp vvi n2, vhz p-acp pn31 dt j-jn n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 450 Page 136
2677 First, It is dangerous to others. First, It is dangerous to Others. ord, pn31 vbz j p-acp n2-jn. (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 136
2678 When Parasites flatter Princes, when Ministers flatter the people, how doth it ensnare their soules? 'Tis hell and death to flatter sinners, When Parasites flatter Princes, when Ministers flatter the people, how does it ensnare their Souls? It's hell and death to flatter Sinners, c-crq n2 vvb n2, c-crq n2 vvb dt n1, q-crq vdz pn31 vvi po32 n2? pn31|vbz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 136
2679 and not to deale plainly with them; to give lenitives instead of corosives; to give oyle where vineger should be given; and not to deal plainly with them; to give lenitives instead of corrosives; to give oil where vinegar should be given; cc xx pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno32; pc-acp vvi n2-jn av pp-f n2-jn; pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq n1 vmd vbi vvn; (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 136
2680 to heale the hurt of the soule deceitfully, is the greatest hurt and wounding to the soule. to heal the hurt of the soul deceitfully, is the greatest hurt and wounding to the soul. pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j, vbz dt js n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 136
2681 Flatteries are those pillows spoken of in the Prophet ( Ezek: 13.18.) sowed to the Arme-holes or elbowes of wicked men, upon which many sleepe without feare, till they dye without hope; Flatteries Are those pillows spoken of in the Prophet (Ezekiel: 13.18.) sowed to the Armholes or elbows of wicked men, upon which many sleep without Fear, till they die without hope; n2 vbr d n2 vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp r-crq d n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 136
2682 yea these flatteries as well as any falsities and errors of doctrine, whether respecting faith or worship, are that untempered morter, of and against which the Prophet speakes in the same Chapter ( v. 10.15.) wherewith some daubed that wall of vaine confidence which others built, yea these flatteries as well as any falsities and errors of Doctrine, whither respecting faith or worship, Are that untempered mortar, of and against which the Prophet speaks in the same Chapter (v. 10.15.) wherewith Some daubed that wall of vain confidence which Others built, uh d n2 c-acp av c-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cs vvg n1 cc n1, vbr d j n1, pp-f cc p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt d n1 (n1 crd.) c-crq d vvd cst n1 pp-f j n1 r-crq n2-jn vvn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2683 while they seduced the people, saying, peace, and there was no peace. while they seduced the people, saying, peace, and there was no peace. cs pns32 vvn dt n1, vvg, n1, cc a-acp vbds dx n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2684 How often doe the true Prophets warne the people against these flatteries of the false Prophets. How often do the true prophets warn the people against these flatteries of the false prophets. c-crq av vdb dt j n2 vvb dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt j n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2685 And how sadly doth the Prophet Jeremy bewaile them ( Lam: 2.14.) Thy Prophets have seene vaine and foolish things for thee, And how sadly does the Prophet Jeremiah bewail them (Lam: 2.14.) Thy prophets have seen vain and foolish things for thee, cc c-crq av-j vdz dt n1 np1 vvb pno32 (np1: crd.) po21 n2 vhb vvn j cc j n2 p-acp pno21, (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2686 and they have not discovered thine iniquity, to turne away thy captivity, but have seene for thee false burdens, and causes of banishment; and they have not discovered thine iniquity, to turn away thy captivity, but have seen for thee false burdens, and Causes of banishment; cc pns32 vhb xx vvn po21 n1, pc-acp vvi av po21 n1, cc-acp vhb vvn p-acp pno21 j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2687 that is, the visions which they have seene, they pretend, at least, to have had from God, that is, the visions which they have seen, they pretend, At least, to have had from God, cst vbz, dt n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, pns32 vvb, p-acp ds, pc-acp vhi vhn p-acp np1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2688 but they are their owne dreames and brain-sick phansies, and so the cause of thy banishment; they have undone thee with these deceits, soothing thee up in those thy sins, which procured thy banishment, but they Are their own dreams and brainsick fancies, and so the cause of thy banishment; they have undone thee with these Deceits, soothing thee up in those thy Sins, which procured thy banishment, cc-acp pns32 vbr po32 d n2 cc j n2, cc av dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; pns32 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp d n2, vvg pno21 a-acp p-acp d po21 n2, r-crq vvd po21 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2689 and caused the Lord to thrust thee out, and send thee farre away from thine owne Land. They have fed, and caused the Lord to thrust thee out, and send thee Far away from thine own Land. They have fed, cc vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 av, cc vvb pno21 av-j av p-acp po21 d n1 pns32 vhb vvn, (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2690 yea, filled thee with false hopes, till thy condition was hopelesse. How many thousands have been destroyed by flatteries both for here and for ever. yea, filled thee with false hope's, till thy condition was hopeless. How many thousands have been destroyed by flatteries both for Here and for ever. uh, vvd pno21 p-acp j n2, c-acp po21 n1 vbds j. c-crq d crd vhb vbn vvn p-acp n2 d c-acp av cc p-acp av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2691 And if flattery be so dangerous to the receiver, then Secondly, It must needs be much more dangerous to the giver. And if flattery be so dangerous to the receiver, then Secondly, It must needs be much more dangerous to the giver. cc cs n1 vbb av j p-acp dt n1, cs ord, pn31 vmb av vbi d dc j p-acp dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 451 Page 137
2692 It is no small sin to palliate or cover the sins of others; It is no small since to palliate or cover the Sins of Others; pn31 vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn; (9) chapter (DIV2) 452 Page 137
2693 But it is a farre greater sin to commend the sins of others, or to commend others in their sin. But it is a Far greater since to commend the Sins of Others, or to commend Others in their since. p-acp pn31 vbz dt av-j jc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, cc pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 452 Page 137
2694 And we may take the measure of this sin by the punishment of it. And we may take the measure of this since by the punishment of it. cc pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (9) chapter (DIV2) 452 Page 137
2695 When we heare the Lord threatning flatterers with suddaine destruction, doth it not proclaime to all the world, that their sin is full of provocation? The Lord beares long with many sorts of sinners, When we hear the Lord threatening Flatterers with sudden destruction, does it not proclaim to all the world, that their since is full of provocation? The Lord bears long with many sorts of Sinners, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 vvg n2 p-acp j n1, vdz pn31 xx vvi p-acp d dt n1, cst po32 n1 vbz j pp-f n1? dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 452 Page 137
2696 but not with sinners of this sort. My maker would soone take me away. Whence note, Secondly. but not with Sinners of this sort. My maker would soon take me away. Whence note, Secondly. cc-acp xx p-acp n2 pp-f d n1. po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av. q-crq n1, ord. (9) chapter (DIV2) 452 Page 137
2697 God can make quicke dispatch with sinners. God can make quick dispatch with Sinners. np1 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 453 Page 137
2698 As the grace of God towards sinners, so his wrath needs no long time in preparations. As the grace of God towards Sinners, so his wrath needs no long time in preparations. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, av po31 n1 vvz dx j n1 p-acp n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 454 Page 137
2699 When we designe great actions, we must take time to fit our selves. When we Design great actions, we must take time to fit our selves. c-crq pns12 vvb j n2, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 454 Page 137
2700 Princes must have time to set out an Army or a Navy, when they would either defend themselves against, Princes must have time to Set out an Army or a Navy, when they would either defend themselves against, ng1 vmb vhb n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc dt n1, c-crq pns32 vmd av-d vvi px32 p-acp, (9) chapter (DIV2) 454 Page 137
2701 or revenge themselves upon their enemies; But God can presently proceed to action, yea to execution. or revenge themselves upon their enemies; But God can presently proceed to actium, yea to execution. cc vvi px32 p-acp po32 n2; cc-acp np1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1, uh p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 454 Page 137
2702 He that made all with a word speaking, can destroy the wicked as soone as speake the word; He that made all with a word speaking, can destroy the wicked as soon as speak the word; pns31 cst vvd d p-acp dt n1 vvg, vmb vvi dt j c-acp av c-acp vvi dt n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 454 Page 138
2703 he can doe it in the twinkling of an eye, with the turning of a hand. he can do it in the twinkling of an eye, with the turning of a hand. pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 454 Page 138
2704 My Maker would soone take me away. Thirdly, Because Elihu, being about to speake in that great cause, sets God before him, My Maker would soon take me away. Thirdly, Because Elihu, being about to speak in that great cause, sets God before him, po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av. ord, c-acp np1, vbg a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1, vvz np1 p-acp pno31, (9) chapter (DIV2) 454 Page 138
2705 and God in his judgements, in case he should speake or doe amisse. Note, Thirdly. and God in his Judgments, in case he should speak or do amiss. Note, Thirdly. cc np1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 pns31 vmd vvi cc vdb av. n1, ord. (9) chapter (DIV2) 455 Page 138
2706 They that doe or speake evill, have reason to expect evill at the hand of God. They that do or speak evil, have reason to expect evil At the hand of God. pns32 cst vdb cc vvi j-jn, vhb n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 456 Page 138
2707 If I should flatter (saith Elihu) my Maker would soone take me away. I have reason to feare he will; If I should flatter (Says Elihu) my Maker would soon take me away. I have reason to Fear he will; cs pns11 vmd vvi (vvz np1) po11 n1 vmd av vvi pno11 av. pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pns31 vmb; (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2708 not that God takes away every sinner as soone as he sins, (God rarely useth Martiall Law, not that God Takes away every sinner as soon as he Sins, (God rarely uses Martial Law, xx cst np1 vvz av d n1 c-acp av c-acp pns31 vvz, (n1 av-j vvz j n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2709 or executes men upon the place, we should live and walke more by sence then by faith if he should doe so) but any sinner may expect it, God (I say) is very patient and long-suffering, he doth not often take sinners away, either in the act, or executes men upon the place, we should live and walk more by sense then by faith if he should do so) but any sinner may expect it, God (I say) is very patient and long-suffering, he does not often take Sinners away, either in the act, cc vvz n2 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi av-dc p-acp n1 av p-acp n1 cs pns31 vmd vdi av) p-acp d n1 vmb vvi pn31, np1 (pns11 vvb) vbz av j cc j, pns31 vdz xx av vvi n2 av, av-d p-acp dt n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2710 or immediately after the act of sin. or immediately After the act of since. cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2711 Yet there is no sinner but hath cause to feare, lest as soone as he hath done any evill, God should make him feele evill, and instantly take him away. Yet there is no sinner but hath cause to Fear, lest as soon as he hath done any evil, God should make him feel evil, and instantly take him away. av a-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp vhz n1 pc-acp vvi, cs c-acp av c-acp pns31 vhz vdn d n-jn, np1 vmd vvi pno31 vvi j-jn, cc av-jn vvi pno31 av. (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2712 David prayeth ( Psal: 28.3.) Draw me not away with the wicked, and with the workers of iniquity. David Prayeth (Psalm: 28.3.) Draw me not away with the wicked, and with the workers of iniquity. np1 vvz (np1: crd.) vvb pno11 xx av p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2713 There is a two-fold drawing away with the workers of iniquity. First, to doe as they doe; that is, wickedly. There is a twofold drawing away with the workers of iniquity. First, to do as they do; that is, wickedly. pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. ord, pc-acp vdi c-acp pns32 vdb; d vbz, av-j. (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2714 Thus many are drawne away with the workers of iniquity; Thus many Are drawn away with the workers of iniquity; av d vbr vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2715 and 'tis a good and most necessary part of prayer, to beg that God would not thus draw us away with the workers of iniquity, that is, that he would not suffer the workers of iniquity to draw us away into their lewd and sinfull courses. and it's a good and most necessary part of prayer, to beg that God would not thus draw us away with the workers of iniquity, that is, that he would not suffer the workers of iniquity to draw us away into their lewd and sinful courses. cc pn31|vbz dt j cc av-ds j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd xx av vvi pno12 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst vbz, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp po32 j cc j n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2716 Secondly, there is a drawing away to punishment, and execution. Secondly, there is a drawing away to punishment, and execution. ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg av p-acp n1, cc n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2717 In that sence (I conceive) David prayed, Lord draw me not away with the workers of iniquity, who are taken away by some sudden stroake of judgement; In that sense (I conceive) David prayed, Lord draw me not away with the workers of iniquity, who Are taken away by Some sudden stroke of judgement; p-acp d n1 (pns11 vvb) np1 vvd, n1 vvb pno11 xx av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr vvn av p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2718 though I may have provoked thee, yet let not forth thy wrath upon me, as thou sometimes doest upon the workers of iniquity: though I may have provoked thee, yet let not forth thy wrath upon me, as thou sometime dost upon the workers of iniquity: cs pns11 vmb vhi vvn pno21, av vvb xx av po21 n1 p-acp pno11, c-acp pns21 av vd2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2719 doe not draw me out as cattell out of the pasture where they have been fed and fatted, for the slaughter. do not draw me out as cattle out of the pasture where they have been fed and fatted, for the slaughter. vdb xx vvi pno11 av p-acp n2 av pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn, p-acp dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2720 Every worker of iniquity is in danger of present death, and may looke that God will be a swift witness against him: Every worker of iniquity is in danger of present death, and may look that God will be a swift witness against him: np1 n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, cc vmb vvi cst np1 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno31: (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2721 though most are reprieved, yet no man is sure of that. though most Are reprieved, yet no man is sure of that. c-acp ds vbr vvn, av dx n1 vbz j pp-f d. (9) chapter (DIV2) 457 Page 138
2722 Againe, In that Elihu represents God to himselfe ready to take him away, in case of flattery and prevarication in that cause. Note, Fourthly. Again, In that Elihu represents God to himself ready to take him away, in case of flattery and prevarication in that cause. Note, Fourthly. av, p-acp cst np1 vvz np1 p-acp px31 j pc-acp vvi pno31 av, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1. n1, ord. (9) chapter (DIV2) 458 Page 139
2723 It is good for us to over-awe our soules with the remembrance of the judgements and terrours of God. It is good for us to overawe our Souls with the remembrance of the Judgments and terrors of God. pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 459 Page 139
2724 'Tis profitable sometimes to converse with the threatnings, as well as with the promises; It's profitable sometime to converse with the threatenings, as well as with the promises; pn31|vbz j av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-vvg, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 460 Page 139
2725 'tis profitable to remember what God is able to do against us, as well as to remember what God is able to do for us; it's profitable to Remember what God is able to do against us, as well as to Remember what God is able to do for us; pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12, c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12; (9) chapter (DIV2) 460 Page 139
2726 Even believers should goe into the dreadfull treasuries of wrath, into the thunders & lightnings of divine displeasure, Even believers should go into the dreadful treasuries of wrath, into the Thunders & lightnings of divine displeasure, av n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 460 Page 139
2727 as well as into the delightfull treasuries of mercy, of love & compassion; as well as into the delightful treasuries of mercy, of love & compassion; c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1 cc n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 460 Page 139
2728 it is good for a good man to thinke God may take me away, as well as to thinke God will save and deliver me; it is good for a good man to think God may take me away, as well as to think God will save and deliver me; pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vmb vvi pno11 av, c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi np1 vmb vvi cc vvb pno11; (9) chapter (DIV2) 460 Page 139
2729 we need even these meditations of God, to keepe downe our corruptions, and to fright our lusts. we need even these meditations of God, to keep down our corruptions, and to fright our Lustiest. pns12 vvb av d n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 460 Page 139
2730 Though it be the more Gospel way to make use of love, yet the Gospel it selfe teacheth us to make use of wrath, (2 Cor: 5.11.) Knowing the terrour of the Lord we perswade men. Lastly, Note. Though it be the more Gospel Way to make use of love, yet the Gospel it self Teaches us to make use of wrath, (2 Cor: 5.11.) Knowing the terror of the Lord we persuade men. Lastly, Note. cs pn31 vbb dt av-dc n1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, av dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, (crd fw-la: crd.) vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb n2. ord, n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 460 Page 139
2731 When we goe about any great worke, when we are either to speak or doe in any weighty matter, it is good for us to set God before our eyes, to thinke of and remember our Maker. When we go about any great work, when we Are either to speak or do in any weighty matter, it is good for us to Set God before our eyes, to think of and Remember our Maker. c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d j n1, c-crq pns12 vbr av-d pc-acp vvi cc vdb p-acp d j n1, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi pp-f cc vvb po12 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 461 Page 139
2732 As in great undertakings we should remember our Maker, waiting for and depending upon his assistance, strength, As in great undertakings we should Remember our Maker, waiting for and depending upon his assistance, strength, c-acp p-acp j n2-vvg pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1, vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp po31 n1, n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 139
2733 and blessing, in what we doe or goe about; so we should remember him to keepe our hearts right. and blessing, in what we do or go about; so we should Remember him to keep our hearts right. cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb cc vvi a-acp; av pns12 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j-jn. (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 139
2734 And to remember seriously, believingly and spiritually, that God beholds and seeth us in all our wayes and workes, And to Remember seriously, believingly and spiritually, that God beholds and sees us in all our ways and works, cc pc-acp vvi av-j, av-vvg cc av-j, cst np1 vvz cc vvz pno12 p-acp d po12 n2 cc n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 139
2735 and that according to the frame of our hearts, and the way that we take in every action, such will the reward and the issue be, cannot but have a mighty command, and that according to the frame of our hearts, and the Way that we take in every actium, such will the reward and the issue be, cannot but have a mighty command, cc d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, d vmb dt n1 cc dt n1 vbi, vmbx p-acp vhb dt j n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 139
2736 and an answerable effect upon us. We can hardly doe amisse with •od in our eye. and an answerable Effect upon us. We can hardly do amiss with •od in our eye. cc dt j n1 p-acp pno12. pns12 vmb av vdi av p-acp j p-acp po12 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 139
2757 Thirdly, We have his confutation of what Job had affirmed, from the 12th verse to the 31th. Thirdly, We have his confutation of what Job had affirmed, from the 12th verse to the 31th. ord, pns12 vhb po31 n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vhd vvn, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt ord. (10) chapter (DIV2) 470 Page 141
2737 And therefore as it is sayd of a wicked man ( Psal: 10.4.) that through the pride of his countenance he will not seeke after God, God is not in all his thoughts. And Therefore as it is said of a wicked man (Psalm: 10.4.) that through the pride of his countenance he will not seek After God, God is not in all his thoughts. cc av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1 (np1: crd.) cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, np1 vbz xx p-acp d po31 n2. (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 139
2738 So David said of himselfe (though in that Psalme he speakes chiefely as a type of Christ) and so in proportion or as to sincerity every godly man saith like David, Psal: 16.8.) I have set the Lord alwayes before me: So David said of himself (though in that Psalm he speaks chiefly as a type of christ) and so in proportion or as to sincerity every godly man Says like David, Psalm: 16.8.) I have Set the Lord always before me: av np1 vvd pp-f px31 (c-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) cc av p-acp n1 cc a-acp p-acp n1 d j n1 vvz j np1, np1: crd.) pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 av p-acp pno11: (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 140
2739 because he is at my right hand, therefore I shall not be moved; Because he is At my right hand, Therefore I shall not be moved; c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp po11 j-jn n1, av pns11 vmb xx vbi vvn; (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 140
2740 that is, as I shall not be utterly overthrowne by any evill of trouble, so I shall not be overcome by any evill of temptation: that is, as I shall not be utterly overthrown by any evil of trouble, so I shall not be overcome by any evil of temptation: cst vbz, c-acp pns11 vmb xx vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n-jn pp-f n1, av pns11 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn pp-f n1: (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 140
2741 or I shall not be moved either in a way of discouragement by the troubles I meete with, or I shall not be moved either in a Way of discouragement by the Troubles I meet with, cc pns11 vmb xx vbi vvn av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pns11 vvb p-acp, (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 140
2742 or in a way of enticement by the temptations I meete with. or in a Way of enticement by the temptations I meet with. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pns11 vvb p-acp. (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 140
2743 How stedfast, how unmoveable are they in the worke of the Lord, how doe they keepe off from every evill worke, who set the Lord alwayes before them, How steadfast, how Unmovable Are they in the work of the Lord, how do they keep off from every evil work, who Set the Lord always before them, q-crq j, c-crq j vbr pns32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, q-crq vdb pns32 vvi a-acp p-acp d j-jn n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 av p-acp pno32, (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 140
2744 and have him at their right hand! and have him At their right hand! cc vhb pno31 p-acp po32 j-jn n1! (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 140
2745 Could we but set the Lord before us, either in his mercies or in his terrors, we should not be moved from doing our duty in whatsoever we are called to doe. Could we but Set the Lord before us, either in his Mercies or in his terrors, we should not be moved from doing our duty in whatsoever we Are called to do. vmd pns12 p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12, av-d p-acp po31 n2 cc p-acp po31 n2, pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp vdg po12 n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi. (9) chapter (DIV2) 462 Page 140
2746 Thus farre Elihu hath drawne out his speech, in a way of preface, preparing himselfe for his great undertaking with Job; He hath now fully shewed the grounds why he undertooke to deale with him, Thus Far Elihu hath drawn out his speech, in a Way of preface, preparing himself for his great undertaking with Job; He hath now Fully showed the grounds why he undertook to deal with him, av av-j np1 vhz vvn av po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg px31 p-acp po31 j n-vvg p-acp n1; pns31 vhz av av-j vvd dt n2 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (9) chapter (DIV2) 463 Page 140
2747 and what method he would use in that undertaking. and what method he would use in that undertaking. cc r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d n-vvg. (9) chapter (DIV2) 463 Page 140
2748 In the next Chapter, and so forward to the end of the 37th, we have what he sayd, In the next Chapter, and so forward to the end of the 37th, we have what he said, p-acp dt ord n1, cc av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord, pns12 vhb r-crq pns31 vvd, (9) chapter (DIV2) 463 Page 140
2749 and how he managed the whole matter. and how he managed the Whole matter. cc c-crq pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 463 Page 140
2750 JOB, Chap. 33. Vers. 1, 2, 3. Wherefore, Job, I pray thee, heare my speeches, and hearken to all my words. JOB, Chap. 33. Vers. 1, 2, 3. Wherefore, Job, I pray thee, hear my Speeches, and harken to all my words. np1, np1 crd np1 vvn, crd, crd q-crq, np1, pns11 vvb pno21, vvb po11 n2, cc vvi p-acp d po11 n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 463 Page 141
2751 Behold now I have opened my mouth, my tongue hath spoken in my mouth. My words shall be of the uprightnesse of my heart: Behold now I have opened my Mouth, my tongue hath spoken in my Mouth. My words shall be of the uprightness of my heart: vvb av pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1. po11 n2 vmb vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1: (10) chapter (DIV2) 465 Page 141
2752 and my lips shall utter knowledge clearely. and my lips shall utter knowledge clearly. cc po11 n2 vmb vvi n1 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 466 Page 141
2753 ELihu having spent the whole former Chapter in prefacing to Jobs friends, directs his speech now to Job himselfe; ELihu having spent the Whole former Chapter in prefacing to Jobs Friends, directs his speech now to Job himself; np1 vhg vvn dt j-jn j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2 n2, vvz po31 n1 av p-acp np1 px31; (10) chapter (DIV2) 467 Page 141
2754 yet not without a renewed Preface, as will appeare in opening this Chapter. Wherein we may take notice of foure heads of his discourse. yet not without a renewed Preface, as will appear in opening this Chapter. Wherein we may take notice of foure Heads of his discourse. av xx p-acp dt j-vvn n1, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp vvg d n1. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f crd n2 pp-f po31 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 467 Page 141
2755 First, We have his Preface in the seven former verses of the Chapter. First, We have his Preface in the seven former Verses of the Chapter. ord, pns12 vhb po31 n1 p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 468 Page 141
2756 Secondly, A proposition of the matter to be debated, or of the things that Elihu had observed in Job's speech about this Controversie, from the 7th verse to the 12th. Secondly, A proposition of the matter to be debated, or of the things that Elihu had observed in Job's speech about this Controversy, from the 7th verse to the 12th. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pp-f dt n2 cst np1 vhd vvn p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt ord. (10) chapter (DIV2) 469 Page 141
2758 Lastly, We have his conclusion, exciting Job to make answer to what he had spoken, else to heare him speaking, Lastly, We have his conclusion, exciting Job to make answer to what he had spoken, Else to hear him speaking, ord, pns12 vhb po31 n1, j np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, av pc-acp vvi pno31 vvg, (10) chapter (DIV2) 471 Page 141
2759 further in the three last verses of the Chapter. Elihu in his Preface, moves Job about two things; further in the three last Verses of the Chapter. Elihu in his Preface, moves Job about two things; av-jc p-acp dt crd ord n2 pp-f dt n1. np1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz n1 p-acp crd n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 471 Page 141
2760 First, to attend what he was about to say. Secondly, To make reply to and answer what he should say. First, to attend what he was about to say. Secondly, To make reply to and answer what he should say. ord, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi. ord, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp cc vvi r-crq pns31 vmd vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 472 Page 141
2761 Elihu moves Job to the former duty severall wayes. First, By a mild Entreaty and sweet Insinuation in the first verse; Elihu moves Job to the former duty several ways. First, By a mild Entreaty and sweet Insinuation in the First verse; np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt j n1 j n2. ord, p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 474 Page 141
2762 Wherefore, Job, I pray thee, heare my speeches, and hearken to my words. Wherefore, Job, I pray thee, hear my Speeches, and harken to my words. c-crq, np1, pns11 vvb pno21, vvb po11 n2, cc vvi p-acp po11 n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 475 Page 141
2763 As if he had sayd, I doe not come authoritatively and rigorously upon thee, to command or demand thy attention, As if he had said, I do not come authoritatively and rigorously upon thee, to command or demand thy attention, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vdb xx vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po21 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 475 Page 142
2764 but as a faithfull friend I desire thee to attend unto my speech, and hearken to my voice. but as a faithful friend I desire thee to attend unto my speech, and harken to my voice. cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 pns11 vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc vvi p-acp po11 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 475 Page 142
2765 Secondly, He moves him to heare, by professing his own readinesse and preparednesse to speak, in the 2d verse; Secondly, He moves him to hear, by professing his own readiness and preparedness to speak, in the 2d verse; ord, pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi, p-acp vvg po31 d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt crd n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 476 Page 142
2766 Behold now I have opened my mouth, my tongue hath spoken in my mouth; Behold now I have opened my Mouth, my tongue hath spoken in my Mouth; vvb av pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 476 Page 142
2767 that is, I have been (as it were) tuning my instrument, and fitting my selfe for discourse, let me not loose my labour nor my study. that is, I have been (as it were) tuning my Instrument, and fitting my self for discourse, let me not lose my labour nor my study. cst vbz, pns11 vhb vbn (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvg po11 n1, cc vvg po11 n1 p-acp n1, vvb pno11 xx vvi po11 n1 ccx po11 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 476 Page 142
2768 Thirdly, He moves him to attend from the sincerity and gracious Ingenuity of his heart in that which he had to say to him. Thirdly, He moves him to attend from the sincerity and gracious Ingenuity of his heart in that which he had to say to him. ord, pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 477 Page 142
2769 This he layeth before him in the 3d verse; This he Layeth before him in the 3d verse; d pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp dt crd n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 477 Page 142
2770 My words shall be of the uprightnesse of my heart, and my lips shall utter knowledge clearely. What better Encouragement to heare! And My words shall be of the uprightness of my heart, and my lips shall utter knowledge clearly. What better Encouragement to hear! And po11 n2 vmb vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc po11 n2 vmb vvi n1 av-j. q-crq j n1 pc-acp vvi! cc (10) chapter (DIV2) 477 Page 142
2771 Fourthly, Elihu moves him to heare from the Consideration of his present state, as a man, not only made by God, Fourthly, Elihu moves him to hear from the Consideration of his present state, as a man, not only made by God, ord, np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, c-acp dt n1, xx av-j vvn p-acp np1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 478 Page 142
2772 but by him instructed for the work which he had undertaken, the former of which is Exprest, the latter Implyed in the 4th verse; but by him instructed for the work which he had undertaken, the former of which is Expressed, the latter Employed in the 4th verse; cc-acp p-acp pno31 vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, dt j pp-f r-crq vbz vvn, dt d vvn p-acp dt ord n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 478 Page 142
2773 The Spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. The Spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 478 Page 142
2774 Thus Elihu Calls out Job to heare. And Thus Elihu Calls out Job to hear. And av np1 vvz av np1 pc-acp vvi. cc (10) chapter (DIV2) 478 Page 142
2775 Secondly, As he invites him to heare what he had to say, so he provokes him to answer what he should say, vers. 5. If thou canst answer me, set thy words in order before me, stand up. Secondly, As he invites him to hear what he had to say, so he provokes him to answer what he should say, vers. 5. If thou Canst answer me, Set thy words in order before me, stand up. ord, c-acp pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi, av pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmd vvi, zz. crd cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, vvb a-acp. (10) chapter (DIV2) 479 Page 142
2776 As if he had said, Be not discouraged, take heart man, doe thy best to defend thy selfe, As if he had said, Be not discouraged, take heart man, do thy best to defend thy self, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vbb xx vvn, vvb n1 n1, vdb po21 js pc-acp vvi po21 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 479 Page 142
2777 and make good thy owne cause against what I shall say; Spare me not; Doe thy best, thy utmost. and make good thy own cause against what I shall say; Spare me not; Do thy best, thy utmost. cc vvi j po21 d n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi; vvb pno11 xx; vdb po21 js, po21 j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 479 Page 142
2778 Having thus encouraged him in General to answer, he proceeds to give him two speciall Motives. Having thus encouraged him in General to answer, he proceeds to give him two special Motives. vhg av vvd pno31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 crd j n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 480 Page 142
2779 First, From their Common state or Condition, in the 6th verse; Behold, I am according to thy wish in Gods stead; First, From their Common state or Condition, in the 6th verse; Behold, I am according to thy wish in God's stead; ord, p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt ord n1; vvb, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1 p-acp ng1 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 481 Page 142
2780 I also am formed out of the clay. As if he had sayd; You have often desired to plead with God, or that God would heare your plea; I also am formed out of the clay. As if he had said; You have often desired to plead with God, or that God would hear your plea; pns11 av vbm vvn av pp-f dt n1. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; pn22 vhb av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc cst np1 vmd vvi po22 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 481 Page 142
2781 now consider, I am in Gods stead, though a man like your selfe. now Consider, I am in God's stead, though a man like your self. av vvb, pns11 vbm p-acp ng1 n1, cs dt n1 vvb po22 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 481 Page 142
2782 Secondly, He encourageth him from the tendernesse of his spirit toward him, respecting his present Condition, promising to deal with, Secondly, He Encourageth him from the tenderness of his Spirit towards him, respecting his present Condition, promising to deal with, ord, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31, vvg po31 j n1, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp, (10) chapter (DIV2) 482 Page 142
2783 or treate him fairely, gently, in the 7th verse; or Treat him fairly, gently, in the 7th verse; cc vvi pno31 av-j, av-j, p-acp dt ord n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 482 Page 142
2784 Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee. Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee. vvb, po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 j, dx vmb po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pno21. (10) chapter (DIV2) 482 Page 142
2785 That favour Job h•d asked of God, in the 9th Chapter•; Let not thy terror make me afraid. That favour Job h•d asked of God, in the 9th Chapter•; Let not thy terror make me afraid. cst n1 n1 vhd vvn pp-f np1, p-acp dt ord np1; vvb xx po21 n1 vvb pno11 j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 482 Page 142
2786 Now saith Elihu, tha• which thou didst fear from God, thou needest not at all feare in dealing with me, My terror shall not make thee afraid, &c. Thus Elihu begins with Job, that he might lead him to receive fairely, Now Says Elihu, tha• which thou didst Fear from God, thou Needest not At all Fear in dealing with me, My terror shall not make thee afraid, etc. Thus Elihu begins with Job, that he might led him to receive fairly, av vvz np1, n1 r-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi p-acp np1, pns21 vv2 xx p-acp d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno11, po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 j, av av np1 vvz p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av-j, (10) chapter (DIV2) 482 Page 143
2787 or answer fully what he had to say. or answer Fully what he had to say. cc vvi av-j r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 482 Page 143
2788 The three first verses of the Chapter, Containe the first part of the Preface, wherein Elihu excites and calls forth Jobs attention by those foure Considerations already distinctly proposed, the first whereof is layd downe, Vers. 1. Wherefore, Job, I pray thee, heare my speeches, The three First Verses of the Chapter, Contain the First part of the Preface, wherein Elihu excites and calls forth Jobs attention by those foure Considerations already distinctly proposed, the First whereof is laid down, Vers. 1. Wherefore, Job, I pray thee, hear my Speeches, dt crd ord n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq np1 vvz cc vvz av n2 n1 p-acp d crd n2 av av-j vvn, dt ord c-crq vbz vvn a-acp, np1 crd c-crq, np1, pns11 vvb pno21, vvb po11 n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 483 Page 143
2789 and heerken to all my words. Elihu begins very mildly, sweetly, insinuatingly, even entreatingly, and beseechingly, Wherefore I pray thee. and heerken to all my words. Elihu begins very mildly, sweetly, insinuatingly, even entreatingly, and beseechingly, Wherefore I pray thee. cc vvi p-acp d po11 n2. np1 vvz av av-j, av-j, av-vvg, av av-vvg, cc av-vvg, c-crq pns11 vvb pno21. (10) chapter (DIV2) 483 Page 143
2790 The word which we translate, I pray thee, is in the Hebrew language a monasyllable adverb of obsecration or exhortation. I pray thee. Hence note. The word which we translate, I pray thee, is in the Hebrew language a Monosyllable adverb of obsecration or exhortation. I pray thee. Hence note. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, pns11 vvb pno21, vbz p-acp dt njp n1 dt n1 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. pns11 vvb pno21. av vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 485 Page 143
2791 'Tis good to use gentlenesse towards those with whom we have to deale, especially with those who are either outwardly afflicted, or troubled in spirit. Entreaties have great power; It's good to use gentleness towards those with whom we have to deal, especially with those who Are either outwardly afflicted, or troubled in Spirit. Entreaties have great power; pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi, av-j p-acp d r-crq vbr d av-j vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1. n2 vhb j n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 486 Page 143
2792 and therefore though the Prophets and Apostles speake sometimes in a threatning way, and command attention upon utmost peril, and Therefore though the prophets and Apostles speak sometime in a threatening Way, and command attention upon utmost peril, cc av cs dt n2 cc n2 vvb av p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp j n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 143
2793 yet for the most part they bespeake it with Entreaties, (2 Cor: 5.20.) Now then we as Embassadors for Christ, yet for the most part they bespeak it with Entreaties, (2 Cor: 5.20.) Now then we as ambassadors for christ, av p-acp dt av-ds n1 pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n2, (crd fw-la: crd.) av av pns12 p-acp n2 p-acp np1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 143
2794 as though God did beseech you by us, we pray you in Christs stead be ye reconciled to God. as though God did beseech you by us, we pray you in Christ stead be you reconciled to God. c-acp cs np1 vdd vvi pn22 p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb pn22 p-acp npg1 n1 vbb pn22 vvn p-acp np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 143
2795 The Apostles went about a begging, as it were, with this message, with the best message that ever was carried forth to the world, Reconciliation unto God; we pray you. The Apostles went about a begging, as it were, with this message, with the best message that ever was carried forth to the world, Reconciliation unto God; we pray you. dt np1 vvd p-acp dt j-vvg, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp d n1, p-acp dt js n1 cst av vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp np1; pns12 vvb pn22. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 143
2796 And againe (2 Cor: 6.1.) We then as workers together with him, beseech you also that you receive not the grace of God in vaine; And again (2 Cor: 6.1.) We then as workers together with him, beseech you also that you receive not the grace of God in vain; cc av (crd fw-la: crd.) pns12 av p-acp n2 av p-acp pno31, vvb pn22 av cst pn22 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j; (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 143
2797 that is, the doctrine of the Gospel holding forth the grace and favour of God freely in Jesus Christ, (1 Thes: 4.1.) Furthermore, we beseech you brethren, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walke and to please God, that is, the Doctrine of the Gospel holding forth the grace and favour of God freely in jesus christ, (1 These: 4.1.) Furthermore, we beseech you brothers, that as you have received of us how you ought to walk and to please God, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 av-j p-acp np1 np1, (crd d: crd.) av, pns12 vvb pn22 n2, cst c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pp-f pno12 c-crq pn22 vmd pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi np1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 143
2798 so ye would abound more and more. so you would abound more and more. av pn22 vmd vvi dc cc av-dc. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 143
2799 As he did beseech them not to receive the grace of God in vaine, so he did beseech them to a progress in & an Improvement of that grace. As he did beseech them not to receive the grace of God in vain, so he did beseech them to a progress in & an Improvement of that grace. c-acp pns31 vdd vvi pno32 xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j, av pns31 vdd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp cc dt n1 pp-f d n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 143
2800 Again (1 Thes: 2.7.) We were gentle among you, even as a Nurse cherisheth her Children; Again (1 These: 2.7.) We were gentle among you, even as a Nurse Cherishes her Children; av (vvn d: crd.) pns12 vbdr j p-acp pn22, av c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2801 how tender is a nurse to the infant hanging at her breast, or dandled on her knee. how tender is a nurse to the infant hanging At her breast, or dandled on her knee. c-crq j vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2802 Speak ye Comfortably to Jerusalem, was the Lords direction when she was in her warfare; Speak you Comfortably to Jerusalem, was the lords direction when she was in her warfare; vvb pn22 av-j p-acp np1, vbds dt ng1 n1 c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp po31 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2803 that is, in a troubled and afflicted condition. ( Isa. 40.2.) The Hebrew is, Speak to her heart; speak such words as may revive her heart, that is, in a troubled and afflicted condition. (Isaiah 40.2.) The Hebrew is, Speak to her heart; speak such words as may revive her heart, d vbz, p-acp dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1. (np1 crd.) dt njp vbz, vvb p-acp po31 n1; vvb d n2 c-acp vmb vvi po31 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2804 and adde fresh spirits and life to her. and add fresh spirits and life to her. cc vvi j n2 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2805 The Apostles rule for the restoring of those that are fallen, is, that they should be kindly treated ( Gal: 6.1.) Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye that are spirituall restore such an one with the spirit of meeknesse. The Apostles Rule for the restoring of those that Are fallen, is, that they should be kindly treated (Gall: 6.1.) Brothers, if a man be overtaken in a fault, you that Are spiritual restore such an one with the Spirit of meekness. dt n2 vvb p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d cst vbr vvn, vbz, cst pns32 vmd vbi av-j vvn (n1: crd.) n2, cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pn22 cst vbr j vvb d dt pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2806 It is a great poynt of holy skill so to order a reproofe as not to provoke; It is a great point of holy skill so to order a reproof as not to provoke; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp xx pc-acp vvi; (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2807 so to speak as to speak open, or pick the lock of the heart; so to speak as to speak open, or pick the lock of the heart; av pc-acp vvi c-acp pc-acp vvi j, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2808 Affectionate Entreaties are blessed pick-locks, which doe not straine the wards, but effectually lift up the holders and shoote the bolt of the heart, causing it to stand wide open to receive and take in the truth of promises, counsels and reproofes. Meeke words meeken the spirit. Affectionate Entreaties Are blessed picklocks, which do not strain the wards, but effectually lift up the holders and shoot the bolt of the heart, causing it to stand wide open to receive and take in the truth of promises, Counsels and reproofs. Meek words meeken the Spirit. j n2 vbr vvn n2, r-crq vdb xx vvi dt n2, cc-acp av-j vvd a-acp dt n2 cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi av-j j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, n2 cc n2. j n2 fw-ge dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2809 'Tis hard to refuse what we perceive spoken in love; It's hard to refuse what we perceive spoken in love; pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vvb vvn p-acp n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2810 and if any thing will soften a hard heart, soft language is most likely to doe it. and if any thing will soften a hard heart, soft language is most likely to do it. cc cs d n1 vmb vvi dt j n1, j n1 vbz av-ds j pc-acp vdi pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2811 When Abigail came out and met David upon his way, hot upon revenge, yea having (upon the matter) sworn revenge against Nabal and his house, When Abigail Come out and met David upon his Way, hight upon revenge, yea having (upon the matter) sworn revenge against Nabal and his house, c-crq np1 vvd av cc vvd np1 p-acp po31 n1, j p-acp n1, uh vhg (p-acp dt n1) vvn n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2812 yet her Entreaties and mild words overcame that mighty warriour, at least, took off the edge of his spirit, yet her Entreaties and mild words overcame that mighty warrior, At least, took off the edge of his Spirit, av po31 n2 cc j n2 vvd cst j n1, p-acp ds, vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2813 and of all his party, (1 Sam: 25.33.) Nor did he only accept of or submit to her counsel, and of all his party, (1 Sam: 25.33.) Nor did he only accept of or submit to her counsel, cc pp-f d po31 n1, (crd np1: crd.) ccx vdd pns31 av-j vvi pp-f cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2814 but gave thanks both to God and her for it; but gave thanks both to God and her for it; cc-acp vvd n2 av-d p-acp np1 cc pno31 p-acp pn31; (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2815 Blessed be the Lord, and blessed be thy advice, which hast kept me this day from shedding-blood. Blessed be the Lord, and blessed be thy Advice, which hast kept me this day from shedding-blood. vvn vbb dt n1, cc vvn vbb po21 n1, r-crq vh2 vvn pno11 d n1 p-acp n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2816 Gentle words, like gentle raine, soake deep, and make the soule, like a fruitfull tree, bud and blossome. Gentle words, like gentle rain, soak deep, and make the soul, like a fruitful tree, bud and blossom. j n2, av-j j n1, vvi j-jn, cc vvi dt n1, av-j dt j n1, n1 cc n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2817 For as passion in the speaker, begets passion in the hearer, and heate brings forth heate, For as passion in the speaker, begets passion in the hearer, and heat brings forth heat, p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 vvz av n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2818 so kinde and kindly words, are not only most usefull, but most powerfull. so kind and kindly words, Are not only most useful, but most powerful. av j cc j n2, vbr xx av-j av-ds j, cc-acp ds j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2819 There is a rebuking, and that Cuttingly, or a speaking of cutting words, usefull in some cases, There is a rebuking, and that Cuttingly, or a speaking of cutting words, useful in Some cases, pc-acp vbz dt vvg, cc cst av-j, cc dt n-vvg pp-f vvg n2, j p-acp d n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2820 then especially, when sinners have not only done evill, but are setled and resolved in it. then especially, when Sinners have not only done evil, but Are settled and resolved in it. av av-j, c-crq n2 vhb xx av-j vdn j-jn, cc-acp vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2821 But in case of affliction, specially of inward affliction, or trouble of spirit, soft words are best and doe best. But in case of affliction, specially of inward affliction, or trouble of Spirit, soft words Are best and do best. p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av-j pp-f j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, j n2 vbr js cc vdb js. (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2822 Heare, I pray thee, saith Elihu. And hearken to all my words. Here's hearing, and hearkening, to hearken is more then to heare; Hear, I pray thee, Says Elihu. And harken to all my words. Here's hearing, and Harkening, to harken is more then to hear; vvb, pns11 vvb pno21, vvz np1. cc vvi p-acp d po11 n2. av|vbz n1, cc vvg, pc-acp vvi vbz dc cs p-acp vvb; (10) chapter (DIV2) 487 Page 144
2823 to heare is barely to receive the sound of words; to hear is barely to receive the found of words; pc-acp vvi vbz av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2824 but to hearken is to take up the sense of them, or as it were to suck out the strength and sweetnesse of them; but to harken is to take up the sense of them, or as it were to suck out the strength and sweetness of them; cc-acp pc-acp vvi vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2825 to hearken is to weigh or ponder every tittle spoken, and take the value of it. to harken is to weigh or ponder every tittle spoken, and take the valve of it. pc-acp vvi vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 vvn, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2826 The word in the text, which signifies to hearken, hath a singular elegancy in it. One of the Rabbins renders, Eare my words; heare my words and Eare them. The word in the text, which signifies to harken, hath a singular elegancy in it. One of the Rabbis renders, Ear my words; hear my words and Ear them. dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi, vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31. crd pp-f dt n2 vvz, n1 po11 n2; vvb po11 n2 cc n1 pno32. (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2827 The same word which in the verbe signifies to hearken, which is the worke of the eare, signifies also the eare, The same word which in the verb signifies to harken, which is the work of the ear, signifies also the ear, dt d n1 r-crq p-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz av dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2828 or instrument of that worke in the noune. or Instrument of that work in the noun. cc n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2829 To eare words, notes the most diligent attention, as to eye a thing, notes the most accurate inspection. To ear words, notes the most diligent attention, as to eye a thing, notes the most accurate inspection. p-acp c-acp n2, n2 dt av-ds j n1, c-acp p-acp vvb dt n1, n2 dt av-ds j n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2830 The word signifies also the beam of a ballance, because by the eare, or by the two ears (as by a ballance) words are tryed and poysed, The word signifies also the beam of a balance, Because by the ear, or by the two ears (as by a balance) words Are tried and poised, dt n1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt crd n2 (c-acp p-acp dt n1) n2 vbr vvn cc vvn, (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2831 whether they are weighty and solid, or light and chaffy; whither they Are weighty and solid, or Light and chaffy; cs pns32 vbr j cc j, cc n1 cc j; (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2832 when Elihu saith, hearken to, or weigh my words, he intimates that he meant to speak words which had worth in them, when Elihu Says, harken to, or weigh my words, he intimates that he meant to speak words which had worth in them, c-crq np1 vvz, vvb p-acp, cc vvb po11 n2, pns31 vvz cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n2 r-crq vhd n1 p-acp pno32, (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2833 or that he meant to speak matter more then words. or that he meant to speak matter more then words. cc cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 av-dc cs n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2834 And therefore he would not have a word lost, Hearken, saith he, To all my words. And Therefore he would not have a word lost, Harken, Says he, To all my words. cc av pns31 vmd xx vhi dt n1 vvn, vvb, vvz pns31, p-acp d po11 n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 488 Page 145
2835 To all, not to this or that only, but to all; To all, not to this or that only, but to all; p-acp d, xx p-acp d cc cst av-j, cc-acp p-acp d; (10) chapter (DIV2) 489 Page 145
2836 As if he had sayd, I intend not, and I hope I shall not speak one needlesse or unusefull words; As if he had said, I intend not, and I hope I shall not speak one needless or unuseful words; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb xx, cc pns11 vvb pns11 vmb xx vvi crd j cc j n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 489 Page 145
2837 not a word beside the businesse. Therefore hearken to all my words. Hence note; First. not a word beside the business. Therefore harken to all my words. Hence note; First. xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1. av vvb p-acp d po11 n2. av vvi; ord. (10) chapter (DIV2) 489 Page 145
2838 They who speak to instruction, admonition or exhortation, should not use one word more then is usefull, not a word more then is to the purpose. They who speak to instruction, admonition or exhortation, should not use one word more then is useful, not a word more then is to the purpose. pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, vmd xx vvi crd n1 av-dc cs vbz j, xx dt n1 av-dc cs vbz p-acp dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 490 Page 145
2881 Thirdly, Not to submit to any one word (though it be supposed we hearken to all others) drawes upon us the guilt of non-submission or disobedience to the whole word of God. Thirdly, Not to submit to any one word (though it be supposed we harken to all Others) draws upon us the guilt of nonsubmission or disobedience to the Whole word of God. ord, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d crd n1 (cs pn31 vbb vvn pns12 vvb p-acp d n2-jn) vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 502 Page 147
2839 Seeing, every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account for it in the day of Judgement, (Math: 12.36.) How should every man take heed of speaking an idle word, a word of which he can give no good account for any good it is likely to doe. Seeing, every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account for it in the day of Judgement, (Math: 12.36.) How should every man take heed of speaking an idle word, a word of which he can give no good account for any good it is likely to do. vvg, d j n1 cst n2 vmb vvi, pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (np1: crd.) q-crq vmd d n1 vvb n1 pp-f vvg dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vmb vvi dx j n1 p-acp d j pn31 vbz j pc-acp vdi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 491 Page 145
2840 Idle words will make sad worke one day, and words of no value or account, will turne to a heavy account in the great day. Idle words will make sad work one day, and words of no valve or account, will turn to a heavy account in the great day. j n2 vmb vvi j n1 crd n1, cc n2 pp-f dx n1 cc n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 491 Page 145
2841 That's an idle word, which doth neither worke the heart for good, nor strengthen the hand to or in a good worke. That's an idle word, which does neither work the heart for good, nor strengthen the hand to or in a good work. d|vbz dt j n1, r-crq vdz d vvi dt n1 p-acp j, ccx vvi dt n1 p-acp cc p-acp dt j n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 491 Page 145
2842 And if we should be carefull not to speake one idle word, or not one word unworthy to be heard, And if we should be careful not to speak one idle word, or not one word unworthy to be herd, cc cs pns12 vmd vbi j xx pc-acp vvi crd j n1, cc xx crd n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn, (10) chapter (DIV2) 491 Page 145
2843 how should we avoyd evill words, or words which corrupt the hearers. how should we avoid evil words, or words which corrupt the hearers. q-crq vmd pns12 vvi j-jn n2, cc n2 r-crq vvb dt n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 491 Page 145
2844 Secondly, As the words referre to that duty which Elihu minds Job of, and moved him to, Hearkning to all his words. Note. Secondly, As the words refer to that duty which Elihu minds Job of, and moved him to, Harkening to all his words. Note. ord, c-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 n2 n1 pp-f, cc vvd pno31 p-acp, vvg p-acp d po31 n2. n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 492 Page 146
2845 They who heare, especially about holy things and soule-matters, should heare all. One word should not be lost, when every word is precious. They who hear, especially about holy things and Soulmatters, should hear all. One word should not be lost, when every word is precious. pns32 r-crq vvb, av-j p-acp j n2 cc n2, vmd vvi d. crd n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, c-crq d n1 vbz j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 493 Page 146
2846 We gather up the filings and least dusts of Gold. We gather up the filings and least dusts of Gold. pns12 vvb a-acp dt n2-vvg cc av-ds vvz pp-f n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 494 Page 146
2847 The eare should gather all that truth which the mouth scatters, and the heart should lay it up as treasure. The ear should gather all that truth which the Mouth scatters, and the heart should lay it up as treasure. dt n1 vmd vvi d cst n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 494 Page 146
2848 We may charge many sorts of men with deficiency at eare-worke. We may charge many sorts of men with deficiency At eare-worke. pns12 vmb vvi d n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 494 Page 146
2849 And surely if men will not heare all that they ought to believe and doe, they can neither doe nor believe any thing that they heare. And surely if men will not hear all that they ought to believe and do, they can neither do nor believe any thing that they hear. cc av-j cs n2 vmb xx vvi d cst pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi cc vdb, pns32 vmb dx vdi ccx vvi d n1 cst pns32 vvb. (10) chapter (DIV2) 494 Page 146
2850 First, Some will not heare the word at all, they are like the deafe Adder stopping their eares at the voyce of the charmer, charme he never so wisely to them. First, some will not hear the word At all, they Are like the deaf Adder stopping their ears At the voice of the charmer, charm he never so wisely to them. ord, d vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d, pns32 vbr av-j dt j n1 vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pns31 av-x av av-j p-acp pno32. (10) chapter (DIV2) 495 Page 146
2851 Secondly, Others thinke that there's not a word more to be heard, but what they have heard already, who can speak what they know not? Secondly, Others think that there's not a word more to be herd, but what they have herd already, who can speak what they know not? ord, ng2-jn vvb cst pc-acp|vbz xx dt n1 av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp q-crq pns32 vhb vvn av, r-crq vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vvb xx? (10) chapter (DIV2) 496 Page 146
2852 Thirdly, There are few who hearken to any word that is spoken; Thirdly, There Are few who harken to any word that is spoken; ord, pc-acp vbr d r-crq vvb p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn; (10) chapter (DIV2) 497 Page 146
2853 that is, who make it their businesse to heare, who heare with diligence, and labour at it. that is, who make it their business to hear, who hear with diligence, and labour At it. d vbz, r-crq vvb pn31 po32 n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq vvb p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 497 Page 146
2854 As it is a great labour to speak, so I assure you, it is no small nor easie labour to heare, As it is a great labour to speak, so I assure you, it is no small nor easy labour to hear, p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, av pns11 vvb pn22, pn31 vbz dx j ccx j n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) chapter (DIV2) 497 Page 146
2855 if you heare indeed and as you should. To heare the word is the exercise of the whole soule. if you hear indeed and as you should. To hear the word is the exercise of the Whole soul. cs pn22 vvb av cc a-acp pn22 vmd. p-acp vvi dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 497 Page 146
2856 Among many hearers, there are but few hearkeners, such I meane as weigh and consider what they heare. Among many hearers, there Are but few hearkeners, such I mean as weigh and Consider what they hear. p-acp d n2, pc-acp vbr p-acp d n2, d pns11 vvb c-acp vvb cc vvi r-crq pns32 vvb. (10) chapter (DIV2) 497 Page 146
2857 Fourthly, There are very few who heare and hearken to all the words of righteousnesse and salvation. Fourthly, There Are very few who hear and harken to all the words of righteousness and salvation. ord, pc-acp vbr av d r-crq vvb cc vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 498 Page 146
2858 As some though they heare all, yet hearken to halves, so others will heare but halfe, As Some though they hear all, yet harken to halves, so Others will hear but half, p-acp d c-acp pns32 vvb d, av vvb p-acp n2-jn, av n2-jn vmb vvi p-acp j-jn, (10) chapter (DIV2) 498 Page 146
2859 or only so much as pleaseth them of what is spoken. or only so much as Pleases them of what is spoken. cc av-j av av-d c-acp vvz pno32 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 498 Page 146
2860 When the King of Judah (Jer: 36.23.) had the Role brought to him which Baruch had written from the mouth of Jeremiah, he heard three or foure leaves of it read to him as he sate by the fire, When the King of Judah (Jer: 36.23.) had the Role brought to him which baruch had written from the Mouth of Jeremiah, he herd three or foure leaves of it read to him as he sat by the fire, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 (n1: crd.) vhd dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd crd cc crd n2 pp-f pn31 vvd p-acp pno31 c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 498 Page 146
2861 and then he caused it to be cut with a penknife and cast into the fire; and then he caused it to be Cut with a penknife and cast into the fire; cc av pns31 vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 498 Page 146
2862 He did not read it out, he had enough of it, he had (as we say) his belly full, but his heart was altogether empty, he was very angry and vext at the word, He did not read it out, he had enough of it, he had (as we say) his belly full, but his heart was altogether empty, he was very angry and vexed At the word, pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 av, pns31 vhd d pp-f pn31, pns31 vhd (c-acp pns12 vvb) po31 n1 j, p-acp po31 n1 vbds av j, pns31 vbds av j cc vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 498 Page 146
2863 but not at all humbled nor affected with it; and therefore would not heare all those words. but not At all humbled nor affected with it; and Therefore would not hear all those words. cc-acp xx p-acp d vvd ccx vvn p-acp pn31; cc av vmd xx vvi d d n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 498 Page 146
2864 Againe, To hearken is to obey, to submit and yield up our selves to the truth we heare. Again, To harken is to obey, to submit and yield up our selves to the truth we hear. av, pc-acp vvi vbz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb. (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2865 Samuel tells Saul (1 Sam: 15.22.) To obey is better then sacrifice, and to hearken then the fat of Rams; Samuel tells Saul (1 Sam: 15.22.) To obey is better then sacrifice, and to harken then the fat of Rams; np1 vvz np1 (vvd np1: crd.) pc-acp vvi vbz jc cs n1, cc pc-acp vvi av dt j pp-f n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2866 to obey and to hearken is the same thing; the obedient eare is the hearkening eare. to obey and to harken is the same thing; the obedient ear is the Harkening ear. pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi vbz dt d n1; dt j n1 vbz dt vvg n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2867 Mine eare hast thou opened (saith Christ, Psal: 40.6.) This opening or digging of his eare (as we put in the Margin) signified his readinesse to obey, Mine ear hast thou opened (Says christ, Psalm: 40.6.) This opening or digging of his ear (as we put in the Margin) signified his readiness to obey, po11 n1 vh2 pns21 vvn (vvz np1, np1: crd.) np1 vvg cc vvg pp-f po31 n1 (c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1) vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2868 as 'tis expressed ( v. 7, 8.) Then sayd I loe I come; I delight to doe thy will O my God. as it's expressed (v. 7, 8.) Then said I lo I come; I delight to do thy will Oh my God. c-acp pn31|vbz vvn (n1 crd, crd) av vvd pns11 uh pns11 vvb; pns11 vvb pc-acp vdi po21 n1 uh po11 np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2869 And in reference to this he had sayd before ( v: 6.) Sacrifice and offering thou didst not desire, burnt-offering and sin-offering hast thou not required; And in Referente to this he had said before (v: 6.) Sacrifice and offering thou didst not desire, Burnt-offering and sin-offering haste thou not required; cc p-acp n1 p-acp d pns31 vhd vvn a-acp (vmb: crd) n1 cc n1 pns21 vdd2 xx vvi, j cc j n1 pns21 xx vvn; (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2870 that is, for themselves, or comparatively to that, which in the volume of thy booke is written of me, that I should doe. that is, for themselves, or comparatively to that, which in the volume of thy book is written of me, that I should do. cst vbz, c-acp px32, cc av-j p-acp d, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vbz vvn pp-f pno11, cst pns11 vmd vdi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2871 Which clearely expounds and is almost the same in termes with that of Samuel; To obey is better then sacrifice, Which clearly expounds and is almost the same in terms with that of Samuel; To obey is better then sacrifice, r-crq av-j vvz cc vbz av dt d p-acp n2 p-acp d pp-f np1; pc-acp vvi vbz jc cs n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2872 and to hearken, then the fat of Rams. and to harken, then the fat of Rams. cc pc-acp vvi, cs dt j pp-f n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2873 Thus Elihu presseth Job to hearken to all his words obedientially, or to hearken with a purpose to obey. Thus Elihu Presseth Job to harken to all his words Obediently, or to harken with a purpose to obey. av np1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d po31 n2 av-j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2874 Take a few Considerations, why we should both heare and hearken to, that is, obey, the whole mind of God, all those words which have the stamp of divine authority upon them. Take a few Considerations, why we should both hear and harken to, that is, obey, the Whole mind of God, all those words which have the stamp of divine Authority upon them. vvb dt d n2, c-crq pns12 vmd av-d vvi cc vvi p-acp, cst vbz, vvb, dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, d d n2 r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. (10) chapter (DIV2) 499 Page 147
2875 First, All the words of God are alike holy and true, pure and precious. First, All the words of God Are alike holy and true, pure and precious. ord, d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av j cc j, j cc j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 500 Page 147
2876 Though some truths are more necessary to be knowne and believed then others, yet all are necessary; Though Some truths Are more necessary to be known and believed then Others, yet all Are necessary; cs d n2 vbr av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn cs n2-jn, av d vbr j; (10) chapter (DIV2) 500 Page 147
2877 nor can we be discharged from the duty of hearing and obeying any one of them, if called. nor can we be discharged from the duty of hearing and obeying any one of them, if called. ccx vmb pns12 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg d crd pp-f pno32, cs vvn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 500 Page 147
2878 Secondly, There is a like or the same power and authority in all the words of God; Secondly, There is a like or the same power and Authority in all the words of God; ord, pc-acp vbz dt j cc dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 501 Page 147
2879 so that to neglect or slight any one word, is to put a slight upon the authority of God himselfe. so that to neglect or slight any one word, is to put a slight upon the Authority of God himself. av cst pc-acp vvi cc vvi d crd n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 501 Page 147
2880 There is but one Law-giver and word-sender. There is but one Lawgiver and word-sender. pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 cc n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 501 Page 147
2882 That's the Apostles conclusion ( James 2.12. ver.) Whosoever shall keepe the whole Law, and yet offend in one poynt, he is guilty of all; That's the Apostles conclusion (James 2.12. ver.) Whosoever shall keep the Whole Law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all; d|vbz dt np1 n1 (np1 crd. fw-la.) r-crq vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, cc av vvi p-acp crd n1, pns31 vbz j pp-f d; (10) chapter (DIV2) 502 Page 147
2883 for though in many things we offend all, yet there is a Gospel-sence wherein we are said to keep the whole Law of God. for though in many things we offend all, yet there is a Gospel sense wherein we Are said to keep the Whole Law of God. p-acp cs p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 502 Page 147
2884 And so the Apostles meaning is, that whosoever shall give himselfe a loose or a liberty, whosoever shall dispence or indulge himselfe in breaking any one Command of God, he breakes all, that is, he declares himselfe ready to break all, And so the Apostles meaning is, that whosoever shall give himself a lose or a liberty, whosoever shall dispense or indulge himself in breaking any one Command of God, he breaks all, that is, he declares himself ready to break all, cc av dt n2 vvg vbz, cst r-crq vmb vvi px31 dt j cc dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp vvg d crd n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz d, cst vbz, pns31 vvz px31 j pc-acp vvi d, (10) chapter (DIV2) 502 Page 148
2885 if he had a like occasion or temptation. if he had a like occasion or temptation. cs pns31 vhd dt j n1 cc n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 502 Page 148
2886 Fourthly, We would have all our words hearkened to by God, we would have God grant all our Petitions, all our requests, Fourthly, We would have all our words harkened to by God, we would have God grant all our Petitions, all our requests, ord, pns12 vmd vhi d po12 n2 vvd p-acp p-acp np1, pns12 vmd vhi np1 vvi d po12 n2, d po12 n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 503 Page 148
2887 and supplications, and shall not we hearken to and obey all the precepts of God? Shall we not receive and believe all his promises and threatnings? and supplications, and shall not we harken to and obey all the Precepts of God? Shall we not receive and believe all his promises and threatenings? cc n2, cc vmb xx pns12 vvi p-acp cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1? vmb pns12 xx vvi cc vvi d po31 n2 cc n2-vvg? (10) chapter (DIV2) 503 Page 148
2888 Fifthly, As we desire God would, so God hath promised to heare all our words, even all the requests of his people which are according to his will. Fifthly, As we desire God would, so God hath promised to hear all our words, even all the requests of his people which Are according to his will. ord, c-acp pns12 vvb np1 vmd, av np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi d po12 n2, av d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq vbr vvg p-acp po31 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 504 Page 148
2889 Christ speakes without restriction ( Math: 21.22.) All things whatsoever ye aske in my name, believing ye shall receive. christ speaks without restriction (Math: 21.22.) All things whatsoever you ask in my name, believing you shall receive. np1 vvz p-acp n1 (np1: crd.) d n2 r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp po11 n1, vvg pn22 vmb vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 504 Page 148
2890 And againe ( John 14.13, 14.) Whatsoever ye shall aske in my name, that will I doe, &c. Nor are there any restrictions upon the promises of God in granting and doing what we aske, but only these two; And again (John 14.13, 14.) Whatsoever you shall ask in my name, that will I do, etc. Nor Are there any restrictions upon the promises of God in granting and doing what we ask, but only these two; cc av (np1 crd, crd) r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, cst vmb pns11 vdi, av ccx vbr pc-acp d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg cc vdg q-crq pns12 vvb, cc-acp av-j d crd; (10) chapter (DIV2) 504 Page 148
2891 First, that we aske right things; Secondly, that we aske aright. Now if the Lord hath promised to hearken to all our words, not to this or that, First, that we ask right things; Secondly, that we ask aright. Now if the Lord hath promised to harken to all our words, not to this or that, ord, cst pns12 vvb j-jn n2; ord, cst pns12 vvb av. av cs dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d po12 n2, xx p-acp d cc d, (10) chapter (DIV2) 504 Page 148
2892 but to all our words which are according to his will, (we have no liberty to aske beyond the will of God, beyond the rule of Scripture, but to all our words which Are according to his will, (we have no liberty to ask beyond the will of God, beyond the Rule of Scripture, cc-acp p-acp d po12 n2 r-crq vbr vvg p-acp po31 n1, (pns12 vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 504 Page 148
2893 nor can we aske any thing beyond that, but it is to our hurt and damage, nor can we ask any thing beyond that, but it is to our hurt and damage, ccx vmb pns12 vvi d n1 p-acp d, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 504 Page 148
2894 now if God (I say) will hearken to all our words) should not we hearken to all his? now if God (I say) will harken to all our words) should not we harken to all his? av cs np1 (pns11 vvb) vmb vvi p-acp d po12 n2) vmd xx pns12 vvi p-acp d po31? (10) chapter (DIV2) 504 Page 148
2895 Lastly, The condition upon which God hath promised to heare all our words, is, that we should be ready ro heare and hearken to all his words, (1 John 3.22.) Whatsoever we aske we receive, Lastly, The condition upon which God hath promised to hear all our words, is, that we should be ready ro hear and harken to all his words, (1 John 3.22.) Whatsoever we ask we receive, ord, dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi d po12 n2, vbz, cst pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d po31 n2, (crd np1 crd.) r-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vvb, (10) chapter (DIV2) 505 Page 148
2896 because we keepe his Commandements, and doe the things that please him. Because we keep his commandments, and do the things that please him. c-acp pns12 vvb po31 n2, cc vdb dt n2 cst vvb pno31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 505 Page 148
2897 It were not confidence, but highest and most hatefull impudence, to expect that God should please us by giving us what we aske, It were not confidence, but highest and most hateful impudence, to expect that God should please us by giving us what we ask, pn31 vbdr xx n1, cc-acp js cc av-ds j n1, pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp vvg pno12 r-crq pns12 vvb, (10) chapter (DIV2) 505 Page 148
2898 while we refuse (which is the condition of that promise) to doe the things that please him. while we refuse (which is the condition of that promise) to do the things that please him. cs pns12 vvb (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1) pc-acp vdi dt n2 cst vvb pno31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 505 Page 148
2899 Thus Elihu would have Job hearken to all his words, he being about to speake, not his owne, but the words of God. Thus Elihu would have Job harken to all his words, he being about to speak, not his own, but the words of God. av np1 vmd vhi n1 vvi p-acp d po31 n2, pns31 vbg a-acp pc-acp vvi, xx po31 d, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 505 Page 148
2900 And that Job might •ot delay the opening of his eare to heare, Elihu tells him further in the next verse, that himselfe had already opened his mouth to speake. And that Job might •ot Delay the opening of his ear to hear, Elihu tells him further in the next verse, that himself had already opened his Mouth to speak. cc cst np1 n1 vmbx vvi dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 vvz pno31 jc p-acp dt ord n1, cst px31 vhn av vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 505 Page 148
2901 Vers. 2. Behold now I have opened my mouth, my tongue hath spoken in my mouth. Vers. 2. Behold now I have opened my Mouth, my tongue hath spoken in my Mouth. np1 crd vvb av pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 505 Page 148
2902 This phrase of opening the mouth, imports foure things. First, That a man hath been long silent; This phrase of opening the Mouth, imports foure things. First, That a man hath been long silent; d n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, vvz crd n2. ord, cst dt n1 vhz vbn av-j j; (10) chapter (DIV2) 506 Page 148
2903 they that are full of talke, and speake out of season, may be said to have their mouth alwayes open, rather then at any time to open their mouthes. they that Are full of talk, and speak out of season, may be said to have their Mouth always open, rather then At any time to open their mouths. pns32 cst vbr j pp-f n1, cc vvi av pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi po32 n1 av j, av-c cs p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 507 Page 149
2904 But Elihu professed in the former Chapter that he had waited as a Disciple to heare and to learne, But Elihu professed in the former Chapter that he had waited as a Disciple to hear and to Learn, p-acp np1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, (10) chapter (DIV2) 507 Page 149
2905 and had waited with utmost patience; and had waited with utmost patience; cc vhd vvn p-acp j n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 507 Page 149
2906 therefore he might well say, Behold now I have opened my mouth, and taken upon me to speake. Therefore he might well say, Behold now I have opened my Mouth, and taken upon me to speak. av pns31 vmd av vvi, vvb av pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, cc vvn p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 507 Page 149
2907 So ( Chap: 3.1.) after Job had sate silent a great while, it is said, Then Job opened his mouth, So (Chap: 3.1.) After Job had sat silent a great while, it is said, Then Job opened his Mouth, np1 (n1: crd.) p-acp n1 vhd vvn j dt j n1, pn31 vbz vvn, av np1 vvd po31 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 507 Page 149
2908 and cursed the day of his birth; and cursed the day of his birth; cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 507 Page 149
2909 Thus to open the mouth, intimates much silence or forbearance of speech, and long expectation of a season or opportunity to speake. Thus to open the Mouth, intimates much silence or forbearance of speech, and long expectation of a season or opportunity to speak. av pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvz d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 507 Page 149
2910 Secondly, Opening the mouth, implyeth as speaking after much silence, so with much prudence. Secondly, Opening the Mouth, Implies as speaking After much silence, so with much prudence. ord, vvg dt n1, vvz p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, av p-acp d n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 508 Page 149
2911 A fooles mouth is therefore sayd to be alwayes open, because whensoever he speaketh, he is found speaking imprudently and impertinently. A Fools Mouth is Therefore said to be always open, Because whensoever he speaks, he is found speaking imprudently and impertinently. dt ng1 n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi av j, c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vbz vvn vvg av-j cc av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 508 Page 149
2912 But a wise man will not speake, unlesse he may speake to purpose, and so opens his mouth to speake. But a wise man will not speak, unless he may speak to purpose, and so Opens his Mouth to speak. p-acp dt j n1 vmb xx vvi, cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc av vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 508 Page 149
2913 Solomon saith, ( Prov. 24.7.) Wisdome is too high for a foole, he openeth not his mouth in the gate; Solomon Says, (Curae 24.7.) Wisdom is too high for a fool, he Openeth not his Mouth in the gate; np1 vvz, (np1 crd.) n1 vbz av j c-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz xx po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 508 Page 149
2914 that is, he is unfit to speak in the presence of wise and judicious men, he may open his mouth in the streets, that is, he is unfit to speak in the presence of wise and judicious men, he may open his Mouth in the streets, cst vbz, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 508 Page 149
2915 and in common Company, but he opens not his mouth in the gate, where the Elders and Magistrates used to meete and judge the weightiest matters. and in Common Company, but he Opens not his Mouth in the gate, where the Elders and Magistrates used to meet and judge the Weightiest matters. cc p-acp j n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz xx po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n2-jn cc n2 vvd pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt js n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 508 Page 149
2916 There is a foure-fold Consideration to be had, as to the due opening of the mouth, (And 'tis no small matter to open the mouth with those Considerations.) There is a fourfold Consideration to be had, as to the due opening of the Mouth, (And it's no small matter to open the Mouth with those Considerations.) pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 pc-acp vbi vhn, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (cc pn31|vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2.) (10) chapter (DIV2) 508 Page 149
2917 First, Consideration is to be had of the place and Company where, and to whom we speake. First, Consideration is to be had of the place and Company where, and to whom we speak. ord, n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn pp-f dt n1 cc n1 c-crq, cc p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb. (10) chapter (DIV2) 509 Page 149
2918 We must not cast pearles before swine, nor give strong meate to children. Secondly, The time and season wherein we speake must be considered; We must not cast Pearls before Swine, nor give strong meat to children. Secondly, The time and season wherein we speak must be considered; pns12 vmb xx vvi n2 p-acp n1, ccx vvi j n1 p-acp n2. ord, dt n1 cc n1 c-crq pns12 vvb vmb vbi vvn; (10) chapter (DIV2) 509 Page 149
2919 every truth is not fit for every time. every truth is not fit for every time. d n1 vbz xx j p-acp d n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 510 Page 149
2920 Christ would not speak all at once to his Disciples, for this reason, ( John 16.12.) I have many things to say unto you, christ would not speak all At once to his Disciples, for this reason, (John 16.12.) I have many things to say unto you, np1 vmd xx vvi d p-acp a-acp p-acp po31 n2, p-acp d n1, (np1 crd.) pns11 vhb d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, (10) chapter (DIV2) 510 Page 149
2921 but ye cannot beare them now; and because ye cannot beare them now, therefore I will not say them now. but you cannot bear them now; and Because you cannot bear them now, Therefore I will not say them now. cc-acp pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 av; cc c-acp pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 av, av pns11 vmb xx vvi pno32 av. (10) chapter (DIV2) 510 Page 149
2922 Thirdly, Consideration is to be had how and in what way to speake, whether inst•uctingly, or exhortingly, reprovingly, or Comfortably, we should alwayes labour to divide the word of God, Thirdly, Consideration is to be had how and in what Way to speak, whither inst•uctingly, or exhortingly, reprovingly, or Comfortably, we should always labour to divide the word of God, ord, n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn uh-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq av-vvg, cc av-vvg, av-vvg, cc av-j, pns12 vmd av vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 511 Page 149
2923 and what we speake from it aright, giving every one his proper part and portion. and what we speak from it aright, giving every one his proper part and portion. cc r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn31 av, vvg d pi po31 j n1 cc n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 511 Page 149
2924 Then a man opens his mouth to speake, when he Considers how to sort his speech according to the state of things and persons before him. Then a man Opens his Mouth to speak, when he Considers how to sort his speech according to the state of things and Persons before him. av dt n1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns31 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 511 Page 150
2925 Fourthly, Consideration is to be had of the end or tendency of speech, what our ayme and mark is; Fourthly, Consideration is to be had of the end or tendency of speech, what our aim and mark is; ord, n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq po12 n1 cc n1 vbz; (10) chapter (DIV2) 512 Page 150
2926 we say, a fooles bolt is soone shot, he Considers not his ayme and mark in speaking; we say, a Fools bolt is soon shot, he Considers not his aim and mark in speaking; pns12 vvb, dt ng1 n1 vbz av vvn, pns31 vvz xx po31 n1 cc vvi p-acp vvg; (10) chapter (DIV2) 512 Page 150
2927 he that opens his mouth, looks to his mark, and drives a designe, or hath a purpose in every word that passeth from him. he that Opens his Mouth, looks to his mark, and drives a Design, or hath a purpose in every word that passes from him. pns31 cst vvz po31 n1, vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz dt n1, cc vhz dt n1 p-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp pno31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 512 Page 150
2928 Thirdly, This phrase of opening the mouth, notes liberty of speech, or boldnesse in speaking; Thirdly, This phrase of opening the Mouth, notes liberty of speech, or boldness in speaking; ord, d n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, vvz n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp vvg; (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2929 when a man doth not speake in his throat, as untaught children doe, nor in his belly, when a man does not speak in his throat, as untaught children do, nor in his belly, c-crq dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, c-acp j n2 vdb, ccx p-acp po31 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2930 or in a bottle, as Witches and Sorcerers are sayd to doe, that peepe and mutter ( Isa: 8.19.) When a man (I say) doth not speak any of these covert wayes, or in a Bottle, as Witches and Sorcerers Are said to do, that peep and mutter (Isaiah: 8.19.) When a man (I say) does not speak any of these covert ways, cc p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2 cc n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi, cst n1 cc vvb (np1: crd.) c-crq dt n1 (pns11 vvb) vdz xx vvi d pp-f d j n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2931 but freely and liberally, then indeed he opens his mouth to speake. but freely and liberally, then indeed he Opens his Mouth to speak. cc-acp av-j cc av-j, av av pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2932 We have that Expression in the promise, ( Ezek. 29.21.) In that day will I cause the horn of the house of Israel to bud forth, We have that Expression in the promise, (Ezekiel 29.21.) In that day will I cause the horn of the house of Israel to bud forth, pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) p-acp d n1 vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av, (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2933 and I will give thee the opening of the mouth in the midst of them, and they shall know that I am the Lord; and I will give thee the opening of the Mouth in the midst of them, and they shall know that I am the Lord; cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc pns32 vmb vvi cst pns11 vbm dt n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2934 That is, I will give thee boldnesse, and liberty of speech: That is, I will give thee boldness, and liberty of speech: cst vbz, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2935 time was when thou didst not dare to •peake a word for God, or of God, of his praise, name and worship, time was when thou didst not Dare to •peake a word for God, or of God, of his praise, name and worship, n1 vbds c-crq pns21 vdd2 xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, cc pp-f np1, pp-f po31 n1, n1 cc n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2936 or if thou didst it was but in a Corner, or whisperd in secret; but the time shall come when I will give thee the opening of the mouth; or if thou didst it was but in a Corner, or whispered in secret; but the time shall come when I will give thee the opening of the Mouth; cc cs pns21 vdd2 pn31 vbds cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp j-jn; cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2937 thou shalt speak my truth and praises boldly: and the Enemy shall know that I the Lord have procured thee this liberty. thou shalt speak my truth and praises boldly: and the Enemy shall know that I the Lord have procured thee this liberty. pns21 vm2 vvi po11 n1 cc n2 av-j: cc dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns11 dt n1 vhb vvn pno21 d n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2938 'Tis a great mercy when God gives his people the opening of the mouth, or liberty of speech, to speak boldly, no man hindring, no nor so much as discouraging them. It's a great mercy when God gives his people the opening of the Mouth, or liberty of speech, to speak boldly, no man hindering, no nor so much as discouraging them. pn31|vbz dt j n1 c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi av-j, dx n1 vvg, uh-dx ccx av av-d c-acp vvg pno32. (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2939 The Prophet makes that the character of an evill time, when the prudent keep silence, (Amos 5.13.) As in evill or calamitous times, it becomes the Godly prudent to be willingly silent, adoring the justice of Gods severest dispensations towards them with patience and without murmuring at his hand. The Prophet makes that the character of an evil time, when the prudent keep silence, (Amos 5.13.) As in evil or calamitous times, it becomes the Godly prudent to be willingly silent, adoring the Justice of God's Severest dispensations towards them with patience and without murmuring At his hand. dt n1 vvz cst dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, c-crq dt j vvi n1, (np1 crd.) p-acp p-acp j-jn cc j n2, pn31 vvz dt j j pc-acp vbi av-j j, vvg dt n1 pp-f npg1 js n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2940 So in some evill times they are forced to keepe silence, (though as David spake, Psal: 39.2.) their sorrows be stirred) either lest by speaking, So in Some evil times they Are forced to keep silence, (though as David spoke, Psalm: 39.2.) their sorrows be stirred) either lest by speaking, av p-acp d j-jn n2 pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1, (c-acp c-acp np1 vvd, np1: crd.) po32 n2 vbb vvn) d cs p-acp vvg, (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2941 even nothing but truth and reason, they draw further sorrows upon themselves; even nothing but truth and reason, they draw further sorrows upon themselves; av pix cc-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb jc n2 p-acp px32; (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2942 or because they see it but lost labour to speake to a people obstinate and resolved on their way. or Because they see it but lost labour to speak to a people obstinate and resolved on their Way. cc c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 j cc vvn p-acp po32 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 513 Page 150
2943 Fourthly, This phrase of opening the mouth to speake, notes the things spoken to be of very great worth, such as have been long concocted and digested, Fourthly, This phrase of opening the Mouth to speak, notes the things spoken to be of very great worth, such as have been long concocted and digested, ord, d n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvz dt n2 vvn pc-acp vbi pp-f av j n1, d c-acp vhb vbn av-j vvn cc vvn, (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 150
2944 and at last ready to be brought forth, as out of the treasury of an honest and understanding heart. and At last ready to be brought forth, as out of the treasury of an honest and understanding heart. cc p-acp ord j pc-acp vbi vvn av, c-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j-vvg n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2945 The heart is the treasury of words, there they are stored up: and from thence issued forth; The heart is the treasury of words, there they Are stored up: and from thence issued forth; dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, a-acp pns32 vbr vvn a-acp: cc p-acp av vvd av; (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2946 as Christ saith, Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. as christ Says, Out of the abundance of the heart the Mouth speaks. c-acp np1 vvz, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 dt n1 vvz. (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2947 As there is a stock of evill words in the hearts of evill men, so of good and gracious words in the hearts of Godly men, As there is a stock of evil words in the hearts of evil men, so of good and gracious words in the hearts of Godly men, p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, av pp-f j cc j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2948 and when they open their mouthes (according to this notion) it is to bring forth the treasures, and when they open their mouths (according to this notion) it is to bring forth the treasures, cc c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n2 (vvg p-acp d n1) pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi av dt n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2949 and riches of their hearts, to bring forth the gold and silver and precious things stored up there; and riches of their hearts, to bring forth the gold and silver and precious things stored up there; cc n2 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1 cc j n2 vvn a-acp a-acp; (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2950 all these are very usefull interpretations of this phrase; all these Are very useful interpretations of this phrase; d d vbr av j n2 pp-f d n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2951 and I might give distinct observations from them, but it may suffice to have named them. and I might give distinct observations from them, but it may suffice to have nam them. cc pns11 vmd vvi j n2 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn pno32. (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2952 I shall only adde that the last is conceived by some to be chiefely intended in the latter branch of this verse. I shall only add that the last is conceived by Some to be chiefly intended in the latter branch of this verse. pns11 vmb av-j vvi cst dt ord vbz vvn p-acp d pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f d n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2953 My tongue hath spoken in my mouth. This seems a strange Expression; My tongue hath spoken in my Mouth. This seems a strange Expression; po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1. d vvz dt j n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 514 Page 151
2954 where should the tongue speak but in the mouth? when the tongue is out of the mouth, can it speak? as the mouth cannot speak without the tongue, where should the tongue speak but in the Mouth? when the tongue is out of the Mouth, can it speak? as the Mouth cannot speak without the tongue, q-crq vmd dt n1 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1? c-crq dt n1 vbz av pp-f dt n1, vmb pn31 vvi? p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 515 Page 151
2955 so the tongue cannot speak out of the mouth: why then doth he say; My tongue hath spoken in my mouth? so the tongue cannot speak out of the Mouth: why then does he say; My tongue hath spoken in my Mouth? av dt n1 vmbx vvi av pp-f dt n1: c-crq av vdz pns31 vvi; po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1? (10) chapter (DIV2) 515 Page 151
2956 The Hebrew is, In my palate, the palate being a part of the mouth, and one speciall Instrument of speech (Naturalists reckon five, The lips, the tongue, the teeth, the palate, The Hebrew is, In my palate, the palate being a part of the Mouth, and one special Instrument of speech (Naturalists reckon five, The lips, the tongue, the teeth, the palate, dt njp vbz, p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc crd j n1 pp-f n1 (n2 vvb crd, dt n2, dt n1, dt n2, dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2957 & the throat ) 'tis put for all; & the throat) it's put for all; cc dt n1) pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d; (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2958 but there is more in it then so, for every man speaks in his mouth, or by the palate which is the heaven, roofe or cieling of the mouth. but there is more in it then so, for every man speaks in his Mouth, or by the palate which is the heaven, roof or ceiling of the Mouth. cc-acp pc-acp vbz av-dc p-acp pn31 av av, c-acp d n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2959 Therefore when Elihu saith, My tongue hath spoken in my mouth, or in my palate; The palate may be considered as the instrument of tasting as well as of speaking. Therefore when Elihu Says, My tongue hath spoken in my Mouth, or in my palate; The palate may be considered as the Instrument of tasting as well as of speaking. av c-crq np1 vvz, po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1, cc p-acp po11 n1; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg a-acp av c-acp pp-f vvg. (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2960 We say such a thing is very savory to the palate; We say such a thing is very savoury to the palate; pns12 vvb d dt n1 vbz av j p-acp dt n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2961 And we call that Palate wine, which is quicke and lively, briske and pleasant to the tast. And we call that Palate wine, which is quick and lively, brisk and pleasant to the taste. cc pns12 vvb cst n1 n1, r-crq vbz j cc j, j cc j p-acp dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2962 Thus when Elihu saith here, My tongue hath spoken in my mouth or palate; His meaning is; Thus when Elihu Says Here, My tongue hath spoken in my Mouth or palate; His meaning is; av c-crq np1 vvz av, po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1 cc n1; po31 n1 vbz; (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2963 I have uttered only that which I have wel considered, what my tongue hath spoken to you, I have tasted my selfe; I have uttered only that which I have well considered, what my tongue hath spoken to you, I have tasted my self; pns11 vhb vvn av-j cst r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn, r-crq po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2964 I have put every word to my palate; I have put every word to my palate; pns11 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp po11 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2965 For as a man that that tasteth wine or any other sapid thing, must have it upon his palate, For as a man that that tasteth wine or any other sapid thing, must have it upon his palate, c-acp c-acp dt n1 cst d vvz n1 cc d j-jn j n1, vmb vhi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2966 before he can make a Judgement, whether it be sweet or sharpe, quick or flat: before he can make a Judgement, whither it be sweet or sharp, quick or flat: c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cs pn31 vbb j cc j, j cc j: (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2967 so faith Elihu, my mouth hath spoken in my palate, I tasted my words before I spake them. Hence note. so faith Elihu, my Mouth hath spoken in my palate, I tasted my words before I spoke them. Hence note. av n1 np1, po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vvd po11 n2 c-acp pns11 vvd pno32. av vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 516 Page 151
2968 Judicious and wise men will tast and try what they intend to speake before they utter it. Judicious and wise men will taste and try what they intend to speak before they utter it. j cc j n2 vmb vvi cc vvi r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vvb pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 517 Page 152
2969 The speaker presents his words to the tast of the hearer; The speaker presents his words to the taste of the hearer; dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 518 Page 152
2970 For as this Scripture hath it at the 3d verse of the next Chapter, The eare tryeth words, as the mouth tasteth meat; For as this Scripture hath it At the 3d verse of the next Chapter, The ear trieth words, as the Mouth tasteth meat; c-acp c-acp d n1 vhz pn31 p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt ord n1, dt n1 vvz n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 518 Page 152
2971 now he that ventures his words to the tast and censure of others, had need take a tast of them before he doth it. now he that ventures his words to the taste and censure of Others, had need take a taste of them before he does it. av pns31 cst vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn, vhd n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 c-acp pns31 vdz pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 518 Page 152
2972 My tongue hath spoken in my mouth. Secondly, From the scope of Elihu in adding this, namely, to gaine attention, Note. My tongue hath spoken in my Mouth. Secondly, From the scope of Elihu in adding this, namely, to gain attention, Note. po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg d, av, pc-acp vvi n1, n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 518 Page 152
2973 There is great reason we should heare that carefully, which the speaker hath prepared with care. There is great reason we should hear that carefully, which the speaker hath prepared with care. pc-acp vbz j n1 pns12 vmd vvi cst av-j, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 520 Page 152
2974 They who regard not what they speake, deserve no regard when they speake; but a weighing speaker, should have a weighing hearer. They who regard not what they speak, deserve no regard when they speak; but a weighing speaker, should have a weighing hearer. pns32 r-crq vvb xx r-crq pns32 vvb, vvb dx n1 c-crq pns32 vvb; cc-acp dt vvg n1, vmd vhi dt vvg n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 521 Page 152
2975 And what any mans tongue (in the sence of Elihu ) hath spoken in his mouth, that we should heare, not only with our eare, but with our heart. And what any men tongue (in the sense of Elihu) hath spoken in his Mouth, that we should hear, not only with our ear, but with our heart. cc q-crq d ng1 n1 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi, xx av-j p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp p-acp po12 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 521 Page 152
2976 This a strong argument to quicken attention, yet Elihu gives in another, and a stronger in the next verse. This a strong argument to quicken attention, yet Elihu gives in Another, and a Stronger in the next verse. np1 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1, av np1 vvz p-acp j-jn, cc dt jc p-acp dt ord n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 521 Page 152
2977 Vers. 3. My words shall be of the uprightnesse of my heart, my lips shall utter knowledge clearly. Vers. 3. My words shall be of the uprightness of my heart, my lips shall utter knowledge clearly. np1 crd po11 n2 vmb vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, po11 n2 vmb vvi n1 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 521 Page 152
2978 In the former verse Elihu called for an open eare, because he opened his mouth, and was about to speak, or had spoken what he had well tasted. In the former verse Elihu called for an open ear, Because he opened his Mouth, and was about to speak, or had spoken what he had well tasted. p-acp dt j n1 np1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vhd vvn r-crq pns31 vhd av vvn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 522 Page 152
2979 In this verse he presseth the same duty, by professing all manner of Ingenuity and Integrity in what he was about to speake. In this verse he Presseth the same duty, by professing all manner of Ingenuity and Integrity in what he was about to speak. p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz dt d n1, p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 522 Page 152
2980 He would speake not only seriously, but honestly, not only from his understanding, but his conscience. He would speak not only seriously, but honestly, not only from his understanding, but his conscience. pns31 vmd vvi xx av-j av-j, cc-acp av-j, xx av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp po31 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 522 Page 152
2981 My words shall be of the uprightnesse of my heart, &c. My words shall be of the uprightness of my heart, etc. po11 n2 vmb vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, av (10) chapter (DIV2) 522 Page 152
2982 The meaning is not, that the uprightnesse of his heart should be the subject upon which he would treat, The meaning is not, that the uprightness of his heart should be the Subject upon which he would Treat, dt n1 vbz xx, cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmd vbi dt n-jn p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vvi, (10) chapter (DIV2) 523 Page 152
2983 though that be a blessed and most usefull subject, yet it was not the poynt he intended to discusse: though that be a blessed and most useful Subject, yet it was not the point he intended to discuss: cs d vbb dt j-vvn cc av-ds j n-jn, av pn31 vbds xx dt n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi: (10) chapter (DIV2) 523 Page 152
2984 but when he saith, My words shall be of the uprightnesse of my heart, his meaning is, my words shall flow from the uprightnesse of my heart, I will speake in the uprightnesse of my heart, but when he Says, My words shall be of the uprightness of my heart, his meaning is, my words shall flow from the uprightness of my heart, I will speak in the uprightness of my heart, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, po11 n2 vmb vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, po31 n1 vbz, po11 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 523 Page 153
2985 or according to the uprightnesse of my heart; my words shall be upright as my heart is; or according to the uprightness of my heart; my words shall be upright as my heart is; cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; po11 n2 vmb vbi j c-acp po11 n1 vbz; (10) chapter (DIV2) 523 Page 153
2986 the plain truth is this, I will speak truth plainly, I'le speak as I thinke, you may see the Image of my heart upon every word, I will speak without dawbing, without either simulation or dissimulation. the plain truth is this, I will speak truth plainly, I'll speak as I think, you may see the Image of my heart upon every word, I will speak without daubing, without either simulation or dissimulation. dt j n1 vbz d, pns11 vmb vvi n1 av-j, pns11|vmb vvi c-acp pns11 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp vvg, p-acp d n1 cc n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 523 Page 153
2987 Some conceive this to be a secret reproofe of, or reflection upon Jobs friends, as if Elihu had suspected them to have spoken worse of Job, then they could thinke him to be in their hearts. some conceive this to be a secret reproof of, or reflection upon Jobs Friends, as if Elihu had suspected them to have spoken Worse of Job, then they could think him to be in their hearts. d vvb d pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp n2 n2, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn pno32 pc-acp vhi vvn av-jc pp-f n1, av pns32 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi p-acp po32 n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 523 Page 153
2988 But as we cannot judge mens hearts directly, so there is no reason why we should judge so of their hearts conjecturally. But as we cannot judge men's hearts directly, so there is no reason why we should judge so of their hearts conjecturally. cc-acp c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi ng2 n2 av-j, av pc-acp vbz dx n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vvi av pp-f po32 n2 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 523 Page 153
2989 It is enough to the purpose, that Elihu asserts his owne uprightnesse without reflecting upon or suspecting the uprightnesse of those, who had dealt with Job before; It is enough to the purpose, that Elihu asserts his own uprightness without reflecting upon or suspecting the uprightness of those, who had dealt with Job before; pn31 vbz av-d p-acp dt n1, cst np1 n2 po31 d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp cc vvg dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vhd vvn p-acp np1 a-acp; (10) chapter (DIV2) 523 Page 153
2990 My words shall be in the uprightnesse of my heart. This uprightnesse of his heart may have a three-fold Opposition. First, to passion; My words shall be in the uprightness of my heart. This uprightness of his heart may have a threefold Opposition. First, to passion; po11 n2 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. d n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vhi dt j n1. ord, p-acp n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 523 Page 153
2991 Some speake in the heat and fire of their hearts, rather then in the uprightnesse of them; some speak in the heat and fire of their hearts, rather then in the uprightness of them; d vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, av-c cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (10) chapter (DIV2) 524 Page 153
2992 it is good to speak with the heat and fire of zeal in our hearts; it is good to speak with the heat and fire of zeal in our hearts; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 524 Page 153
2993 but take heed of the heat and fire of passion, I will not speak in the heat, but take heed of the heat and fire of passion, I will not speak in the heat, cc-acp vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 524 Page 153
2994 but in the uprightnesse of my heart, saith Elihu. but in the uprightness of my heart, Says Elihu. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, vvz np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 524 Page 153
2995 Secondly, This uprightnesse may be oppos'd to partiality, I will not spare when there is cause to speake home, Secondly, This uprightness may be opposed to partiality, I will not spare when there is cause to speak home, ord, d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vvi av-an, (10) chapter (DIV2) 525 Page 153
2996 nor presse, nor load thee with any thing where there is not cause for it. nor press, nor load thee with any thing where there is not cause for it. ccx vvi, ccx vvi pno21 p-acp d n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz xx n1 p-acp pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 525 Page 153
2997 Thirdly, This uprightnesse in speaking, may also be oppos'd to speaking without cleare ground or proofe. Thirdly, This uprightness in speaking, may also be opposed to speaking without clear ground or proof. ord, d n1 p-acp vvg, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp vvg p-acp j n1 cc n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 153
2998 And 'tis supposed that Elihu aymed more specially at this, Jobs friends having been so high in his reproofe, charging him with divers things for which they had no proofe, but only a vehement suspition. And it's supposed that Elihu aimed more specially At this, Jobs Friends having been so high in his reproof, charging him with diverse things for which they had no proof, but only a vehement suspicion. cc pn31|vbz vvn cst np1 vvn av-dc av-j p-acp d, n2 n2 vhg vbn av j p-acp po31 n1, vvg pno31 p-acp j n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhd dx n1, cc-acp av-j dt j n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 153
2999 The words of Eliphaz are full ( Chap: 22. 5.) Is not thy wickednesse great, The words of Eliphaz Are full (Chap: 22. 5.) Is not thy wickedness great, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j (n1: crd crd) vbz xx po21 n1 j, (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 153
3000 and thine iniquities infinite? for thou hast taken a pledge from thy brother for nought, and thine iniquities infinite? for thou hast taken a pledge from thy brother for nought, cc po21 n2 j? c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp pix, (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 153
3001 and stripped the naked of their Clothing: Thou hast sent widdowes empty away, and the armes of the fatherlesse have been broken: and stripped the naked of their Clothing: Thou hast sent widow's empty away, and the arms of the fatherless have been broken: cc vvd dt j pp-f po32 vvg: pns21 vh2 vvn n2 j av, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j vhb vbn vvn: (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 153
3002 Surely Eliphaz could not speak this in the uprightnesse of his heart, knowing it to be so, Surely Eliphaz could not speak this in the uprightness of his heart, knowing it to be so, av-j np1 vmd xx vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi av, (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 153
3003 though he spake it in this uprightnesse of his heart, that he really thought it to be so. though he spoke it in this uprightness of his heart, that he really Thought it to be so. cs pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 av-j vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi av. (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 153
3004 Which kind of uprightnesse Paul had in persecuting the Saints, ( Acts 26.9.) I verily thought with my selfe, that I ought to doe many things contrary to the Name of Jesus of Nazareth. Which kind of uprightness Paul had in persecuting the Saints, (Acts 26.9.) I verily Thought with my self, that I ought to do many things contrary to the Name of jesus of Nazareth. r-crq n1 pp-f n1 np1 vhd p-acp vvg dt n2, (n2 crd.) pns11 av-j vvd p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmd pc-acp vdi d n2 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 153
3005 Thus Jobs friends verily thought he had done many Grosse things contrary to the Law of God, Thus Jobs Friends verily Thought he had done many Gross things contrary to the Law of God, av n2 n2 av-j vvd pns31 vhd vdn d j n2 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 154
3006 but they only thought so, they could not prove it; but they only Thought so, they could not prove it; cc-acp pns32 av-j vvd av, pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31; (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 154
3007 This is a lame kinde of uprightnesse, and in opposition to this Elihu might now say, I will not charge or burden thee with any thing but what I know to be true, This is a lame kind of uprightness, and in opposition to this Elihu might now say, I will not charge or burden thee with any thing but what I know to be true, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp d np1 vmd av vvi, pns11 vmb xx vvi cc vvi pno21 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi j, (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 154
3008 and had even from thy own mouth. My words shall be of the uprightnesse of my heart. and had even from thy own Mouth. My words shall be of the uprightness of my heart. cc vhd av p-acp po21 d n1. po11 n2 vmb vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 526 Page 154
3009 I shall not stay to give particular notes from these words, according to this three-fold opposition; I shall not stay to give particular notes from these words, according to this threefold opposition; pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp d n2, vvg p-acp d j n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 527 Page 154
3010 The reader may improve them in that, as he hath occasion; Only in Generall Observe. The heart and tongue should goe together. The reader may improve them in that, as he hath occasion; Only in General Observe. The heart and tongue should go together. dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d, c-acp pns31 vhz n1; av-j p-acp n1 vvb. dt n1 cc n1 vmd vvi av. (10) chapter (DIV2) 527 Page 154
3011 The tongue should alwayes be the hearts Interpreter, and the heart should alwayes be the tongues suggester; The tongue should always be the hearts Interpreter, and the heart should always be the tongues suggester; dt n1 vmd av vbi dt ng1 n1, cc dt n1 vmd av vbi dt ng1 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3012 what is spoken with the tongue should be first stampt upon the heart, and wrought off from it. what is spoken with the tongue should be First stamped upon the heart, and wrought off from it. q-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vmd vbi ord vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3013 Thus it should be in all our Communications and exhortations, especially when we speak or exhort about the things of God, Thus it should be in all our Communications and exhortations, especially when we speak or exhort about the things of God, av pn31 vmd vbi p-acp d po12 n2 cc n2, av-j c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3014 and dispence the mysteries of heaven. and dispense the Mysteres of heaven. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3015 David spake from his heart while he spake from his faith ( Psal: 116.10.) I believed, therefore have I spoken. David spoke from his heart while he spoke from his faith (Psalm: 116.10.) I believed, Therefore have I spoken. np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 cs pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vvd, av vhb pns11 vvn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3016 Believing is an act of the heart, with the heart man believeth; so that to say, I believed, therefore have I spoken; Believing is an act of the heart, with the heart man Believeth; so that to say, I believed, Therefore have I spoken; vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 n1 vvz; av cst pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvd, av vhb pns11 vvn; (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3017 Is as if he had said, I would never have spoken these things, if my heart had not been cleare and upright in them. Is as if he had said, I would never have spoken these things, if my heart had not been clear and upright in them. vbz c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmd av-x vhi vvn d n2, cs po11 n1 vhd xx vbn j cc av-j p-acp pno32. (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3018 The Apostle takes up that very protestation from David (2 Cor: 4.13.) According as it is written, I believed, therefore have I spoken; The Apostle Takes up that very protestation from David (2 Cor: 4.13.) According as it is written, I believed, Therefore have I spoken; dt n1 vvz a-acp d j n1 p-acp np1 (crd fw-la: crd.) vvg c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns11 vvd, av vhb pns11 vvn; (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3019 we also believe, and therefore speak; we also believe, and Therefore speak; pns12 av vvb, cc av vvb; (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3020 that is, we moved others to believe nothing but what we believed, yea, were fully assured of, our selves, that is, we moved Others to believe nothing but what we believed, yea, were Fully assured of, our selves, cst vbz, pns12 vvd n2-jn pc-acp vvi pix cc-acp r-crq pns12 vvd, uh, vbdr av-j vvn pp-f, po12 n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3021 as the next words of the Apostle import, Knowing, that he which raised up the Lord Jesus, shall raise up us also by Jesus, as the next words of the Apostle import, Knowing, that he which raised up the Lord jesus, shall raise up us also by jesus, c-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1 n1, vvg, cst pns31 r-crq vvd a-acp dt n1 np1, vmb vvi p-acp pno12 av p-acp np1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3022 and shall present us with you. and shall present us with you. cc vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn22. (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3023 To speak what we in our hearts believe, is to speak in the uprightnesse of our hearts. To speak what we in our hearts believe, is to speak in the uprightness of our hearts. pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 p-acp po12 n2 vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 528 Page 154
3024 Some speak without their hearts, that is, coldly, they have no heart at all in speaking; some speak without their hearts, that is, coldly, they have no heart At all in speaking; d vvb p-acp po32 n2, cst vbz, av-jn, pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp vvg; (10) chapter (DIV2) 529 Page 154
3025 as some heare without their hearts, only with their eares; so some speak without the heart, only with the tongue. as Some hear without their hearts, only with their ears; so Some speak without the heart, only with the tongue. c-acp d vvb p-acp po32 n2, av-j p-acp po32 n2; av d vvb p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 529 Page 154
3026 Secondly, Others speake what was never in their hearts; They have no experience in themselves of what they say to others. Secondly, Others speak what was never in their hearts; They have no experience in themselves of what they say to Others. ord, ng2-jn vvi r-crq vbds av-x p-acp po32 n2; pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp px32 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp n2-jn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 530 Page 154
3027 They throw out their words at a venture. They throw out their words At a venture. pns32 vvb av po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 530 Page 154
3028 It is sad to speak that as a truth, or a Comfort to others, which we have not found in our selves, that is, have not felt the operation of it upon our owne hearts. It is sad to speak that as a truth, or a Comfort to Others, which we have not found in our selves, that is, have not felt the operation of it upon our own hearts. pn31 vbz j p-acp vvb cst p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, r-crq pns12 vhb xx vvn p-acp po12 n2, cst vbz, vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 d n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 530 Page 155
3029 How are they to be lamented, who speak of the things of God as a Stage-player, who acts the part of, How Are they to be lamented, who speak of the things of God as a Stage-player, who acts the part of, q-crq vbr pns32 pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f, (10) chapter (DIV2) 530 Page 155
3030 or Personates a Prince, being himselfe but a poore plebeian. or Personates a Prince, being himself but a poor plebeian. cc vvz dt n1, vbg px31 p-acp dt j n-jn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 530 Page 155
3031 It is bad to speak without our hearts, or coldly, but 'tis worse to speak what was never in our hearts, or hypocritically. It is bad to speak without our hearts, or coldly, but it's Worse to speak what was never in our hearts, or hypocritically. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc av-jn, cc-acp pn31|vbz jc pc-acp vvi r-crq vbds av-x p-acp po12 n2, cc av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 530 Page 155
3032 Thirdly, Not a few speak quite against their hearts; these are at farthest distance from speaking in the uprightnesse of their heart; Thirdly, Not a few speak quite against their hearts; these Are At farthest distance from speaking in the uprightness of their heart; ord, xx dt d vvb av p-acp po32 n2; d vbr p-acp js n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 531 Page 155
3033 they speak with a false and malicious heart, they speak with a deceitful and double heart, with a heart and a heart. they speak with a false and malicious heart, they speak with a deceitful and double heart, with a heart and a heart. pns32 vvb p-acp dt j cc j n1, pns32 vvb p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 531 Page 155
3034 There are three wayes wherein men speak against their owne hearts and Consciences. There Are three ways wherein men speak against their own hearts and Consciences. pc-acp vbr crd n2 c-crq n2 vvb p-acp po32 d n2 cc n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 531 Page 155
3035 First, In the profession which they make of themselves, ( Rev: 2.9.) Christ writing to the Church of Smyrna, saith, I know thy faith and patience, &c. and the Blasphemy of them who say they are Jewes and are not, First, In the profession which they make of themselves, (Rev: 2.9.) christ writing to the Church of Smyrna, Says, I know thy faith and patience, etc. and the Blasphemy of them who say they Are Jews and Are not, ord, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f px32, (np1: crd.) np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz, pns11 vvb po21 n1 cc n1, av cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb pns32 vbr np2 cc vbr xx, (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3036 but lye, &c. And so at the 9th verse of the 3d Chapter, Which say they are Jewes and are not, but doe lye. but lie, etc. And so At the 9th verse of the 3d Chapter, Which say they Are Jews and Are not, but do lie. cc-acp vvb, av cc av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt crd n1, r-crq vvb pns32 vbr np2 cc vbr xx, cc-acp vdb vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3037 We are not to understand it strictly, that they professed themselves to be of the Nation of the Jewes, the Children of Abraham. A Jew there is, any one that holdeth out a profession of the faith of Christ. We Are not to understand it strictly, that they professed themselves to be of the nation of the Jews, the Children of Abraham. A Jew there is, any one that holds out a profession of the faith of christ. pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j, cst pns32 vvd px32 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np2, dt n2 pp-f np1. dt np1 a-acp vbz, d pi cst vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3038 Old Testament words are often applyed to the New Testament, or Gospel state; Old Testament words Are often applied to the New Testament, or Gospel state; j n1 n2 vbr av vvd p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3039 they say they are Jewes, that is, true believers, but they are not, and doe lye; they say they Are Jews, that is, true believers, but they Are not, and do lie; pns32 vvb pns32 vbr np2, cst vbz, j n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr xx, cc vdb vvi; (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3040 to lye, is to goe against a mans mind, against his Conscience; to lie, is to go against a men mind, against his Conscience; pc-acp vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, p-acp po31 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3041 they make a great profession of godlinesse and holinesse, of Christ and his wayes, and they lye at every word; they make a great profession of godliness and holiness, of christ and his ways, and they lie At every word; pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, cc pns32 vvb p-acp d n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3042 for indeed they are the Synagogue of Satan. Thus at this day some make profession before the Church of God, for indeed they Are the Synagogue of Satan. Thus At this day Some make profession before the Church of God, c-acp av pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1. av p-acp d n1 d vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3043 and by such profession get admittance into the Church of God, who yet belong to the Synagogue of Satan. and by such profession get admittance into the Church of God, who yet belong to the Synagogue of Satan. cc p-acp d n1 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3044 The Apostle John speakes of such, (1 Ep: Joh: 2.19.) They went out from us, The Apostle John speaks of such, (1 Epistle: John: 2.19.) They went out from us, dt n1 np1 vvz pp-f d, (crd vvi: np1: crd.) pns32 vvd av p-acp pno12, (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3045 but they were not of us; but they were not of us; cc-acp pns32 vbdr xx pp-f pno12; (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3046 that is, they were not truly of us, though they once desired to come in and joyne themselves to us, that is, they were not truly of us, though they once desired to come in and join themselves to us, cst vbz, pns32 vbdr xx av-j pp-f pno12, cs pns32 a-acp vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi px32 p-acp pno12, (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3047 and for a time walked with us. and for a time walked with us. cc p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno12. (10) chapter (DIV2) 532 Page 155
3048 Secondly, The tongue speaks against the heart many times in the promises which men make to others of what they will doe. Secondly, The tongue speaks against the heart many times in the promises which men make to Others of what they will do. ord, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 d n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq n2 vvb pc-acp n2-jn pp-f r-crq pns32 vmb vdi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 533 Page 155
3049 O what Courtesies and friendships will some men professe! O what Courtesies and friendships will Some men profess! sy q-crq n2 cc n2 vmb d n2 vvb! (10) chapter (DIV2) 533 Page 155
3050 they will tell you aloud how they love you, and how much they are your servants, they will tell you aloud how they love you, and how much they Are your Servants, pns32 vmb vvi pn22 av c-crq pns32 vvb pn22, cc c-crq d pns32 vbr po22 n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 533 Page 155
3051 while there is nothing in their hearts, but deceit and guile, yea possibly nothing but wrath and revenge to death. while there is nothing in their hearts, but deceit and guile, yea possibly nothing but wrath and revenge to death. cs pc-acp vbz pix p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp n1 cc n1, uh av-j pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 533 Page 156
3052 Thus Ishmael went out weeping all along as he went (Jer: Thus Ishmael went out weeping all along as he went (Jer: av np1 vvd av vvg d a-acp c-acp pns31 vvd (np1: (10) chapter (DIV2) 533 Page 156
3053 41.6.) and sayd, Come to Gedaliah, the son of Ahikam, yet he invited them into the City as poore birds into a snare, to destroy them presently; 41.6.) and said, Come to Gedaliah, the son of Ahikam, yet he invited them into the city as poor Birds into a snare, to destroy them presently; crd.) cc vvd, vvb p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 c-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j; (10) chapter (DIV2) 533 Page 156
3054 He was seemingly troubled at their affliction and wept, but his were Crocodiles tears, he murthered them as soone as he had them in his power. He was seemingly troubled At their affliction and wept, but his were Crocodiles tears, he murdered them as soon as he had them in his power. pns31 vbds av-vvg vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc vvd, cc-acp png31 vbdr n2 n2, pns31 vvn pno32 a-acp av c-acp pns31 vhd pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 533 Page 156
3055 Thirdly, Some speake against their hearts doctrinally or in the Doctrines which they propound and teach. Thirdly, some speak against their hearts doctrinally or in the Doctrines which they propound and teach. ord, d vvb p-acp po32 n2 av-j cc p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 534 Page 156
3056 There are three sorts who speak amisse doctrinally. First, Some speak that which is not right in the uprightnesse of their hearts; There Are three sorts who speak amiss doctrinally. First, some speak that which is not right in the uprightness of their hearts; pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vvb av av-j. ord, d vvb cst r-crq vbz xx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 534 Page 156
3057 or, I may say, they speak that which is false with a true heart; or, I may say, they speak that which is false with a true heart; cc, pns11 vmb vvi, pns32 vvb cst r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 535 Page 156
3058 that is, they think it to be a truth which they utter, when 'tis an error, that is, they think it to be a truth which they utter, when it's an error, d vbz, pns32 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, c-crq pn31|vbz dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 535 Page 156
3059 and will be found so at last. and will be found so At last. cc vmb vbi vvn av p-acp ord. (10) chapter (DIV2) 535 Page 156
3060 When ever we see different opinions stifly maintained among honest and godly men, (which though it be a very sad sight, When ever we see different opinions stiffly maintained among honest and godly men, (which though it be a very sad sighed, c-crq av pns12 vvb j n2 av-j vvn p-acp j cc j n2, (r-crq cs pn31 vbb dt av j n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 535 Page 156
3061 yet it is too often seene, in that case I say) one side alwayes speaks that which is false with a true heart, and utters error uprightly. yet it is too often seen, in that case I say) one side always speaks that which is false with a true heart, and utters error uprightly. av pn31 vbz av av vvn, p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb) crd n1 av vvz cst r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz n1 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 535 Page 156
3062 The truth is, some men defend an error with better and more honest hearts, then some others defend the truth. For The truth is, Some men defend an error with better and more honest hearts, then Some Others defend the truth. For dt n1 vbz, d n2 vvb dt n1 p-acp j cc av-dc j n2, cs d n2-jn vvb dt n1. p-acp (10) chapter (DIV2) 535 Page 156
3063 Secondly, There are such as speak right without any uprightnesse of heart, or they speak truth with a false heart; this Elihu specially professeth against; Secondly, There Are such as speak right without any uprightness of heart, or they speak truth with a false heart; this Elihu specially Professes against; ord, pc-acp vbr d c-acp vvi j-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1; d np1 av-j vvz p-acp; (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3064 he would not only speak that which was right, but with uprightnesse. he would not only speak that which was right, but with uprightness. pns31 vmd xx av-j vvi d r-crq vbds j-jn, cc-acp p-acp n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3065 The Apostle found several teachers of this second sort ( Phil: 1.16, 17, 18.) Some preach Christ, that is, the Gospel, The Apostle found several Teachers of this second sort (Philip: 1.16, 17, 18.) some preach christ, that is, the Gospel, dt n1 vvd j n2 pp-f d ord n1 (np1: crd, crd, crd) d vvb np1, cst vbz, dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3066 yea the truth of Christ in the Gospel, (else the Apostle would not have rejoyced in it, yea the truth of christ in the Gospel, (Else the Apostle would not have rejoiced in it, uh dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (av dt n1 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp pn31, (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3067 as he professeth he did at the 18th verse, I therein doe rejoyce, yea and will rejoyce. as he Professes he did At the 18th verse, I therein do rejoice, yea and will rejoice. c-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vdd p-acp dt ord n1, pns11 av vdb vvi, uh cc vmb vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3068 ) Yet these men did not preach in the uprightnesse of their own hearts; ) Yet these men did not preach in the uprightness of their own hearts; ) av d n2 vdd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3069 for, saith he, Some Preach Christ out of envy and strife, and some out of good will, (they preached Christ, pure Gospel, for, Says he, some Preach christ out of envy and strife, and Some out of good will, (they preached christ, pure Gospel, p-acp, vvz pns31, d vvb np1 av pp-f n1 cc n1, cc d av pp-f j n1, (pns32 vvd np1, j n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3070 yet not with pure hearts, for, he adds, they did it) supposing to adde affliction to my bonds; yet not with pure hearts, for, he adds, they did it) supposing to add affliction to my bonds; av xx p-acp j n2, c-acp, pns31 vvz, pns32 vdd pn31) vvg pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po11 n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3071 They preacht to oppose the Apostles more then to set up Christ, and though they preached the truth, They preached to oppose the Apostles more then to Set up christ, and though they preached the truth, pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 av-dc cs pc-acp vvi a-acp np1, cc cs pns32 vvd dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3072 yet they did it more in pretence then in truth; as 'tis sayd at the 18th verse. yet they did it more in pretence then in truth; as it's said At the 18th verse. av pns32 vdd pn31 av-dc p-acp n1 av p-acp n1; c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3073 The same Apostle speakes of others, (2 Cor: 11.13, 14.) who preached what was true for the matter, The same Apostle speaks of Others, (2 Cor: 11.13, 14.) who preached what was true for the matter, dt d n1 vvz pp-f n2-jn, (crd fw-la: crd, crd) r-crq vvd r-crq vbds j p-acp dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3074 and yet he calls them false Apostles, deceitfull workers, transforming themselves into the Apostles of Christ, and yet he calls them false Apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the Apostles of christ, cc av pns31 vvz pno32 j n2, j n2, vvg px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 156
3075 and no marvell, for Satan himselfe is transformed into an Angel of light. and no marvel, for Satan himself is transformed into an Angel of Light. cc dx n1, c-acp np1 px31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 157
3076 They formed and shaped themselves into Angels of light, and tooke up the doctrine of the faithfull Apostles of Jesus Christ in some things, They formed and shaped themselves into Angels of Light, and took up the Doctrine of the faithful Apostles of jesus christ in Some things, pns32 vvd cc vvn px32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp d n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 157
3077 yet they did it not in the uprightnesse of their hearts, but that they might weaken the estimation of the true Apostles in the hearts of the people, yet they did it not in the uprightness of their hearts, but that they might weaken the estimation of the true Apostles in the hearts of the people, av pns32 vdd pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 157
3078 and set up themselves there, that so in other things they might with greater efficacy or more effectually, mis-lead them or draw them into error. and Set up themselves there, that so in other things they might with greater efficacy or more effectually, mislead them or draw them into error. cc vvd a-acp px32 a-acp, cst av p-acp j-jn n2 pns32 vmd p-acp jc n1 cc av-dc av-j, j pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 157
3079 Thus some are found speaking lyes in the truth of their hearts, and others speaking truth in the falsenesse of their hearts. Thus Some Are found speaking lies in the truth of their hearts, and Others speaking truth in the falseness of their hearts. av d vbr vvn vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc n2-jn vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 536 Page 157
3080 Thirdly, Many speak that which is false with a false heart; This is the height of wickednesse. Thirdly, Many speak that which is false with a false heart; This is the height of wickedness. ord, d vvb cst r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j n1; d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 537 Page 157
3081 The Apostle prophesieth of such (1 Tim: 4.2.) Who shall speake lyes in hypocrisie: The Apostle Prophesieth of such (1 Tim: 4.2.) Who shall speak lies in hypocrisy: dt n1 vvz pp-f d (crd np1: crd.) q-crq vmb vvi n2 p-acp n1: (10) chapter (DIV2) 537 Page 157
3082 the matter they speak is a lye, and they speak it with a base and false heart too. the matter they speak is a lie, and they speak it with a base and false heart too. dt n1 pns32 vvb vbz dt n1, cc pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j cc j n1 av. (10) chapter (DIV2) 537 Page 157
3083 And therefore he saith of these in the same verse, Their consciences are seared with a hot iron; And Therefore he Says of these in the same verse, Their Consciences Are seared with a hight iron; cc av pns31 vvz pp-f d p-acp dt d n1, po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 537 Page 157
3084 that is, they are insencible both of the mischiefe they doe, and of the misery they must suffer. that is, they Are insensible both of the mischief they do, and of the misery they must suffer. cst vbz, pns32 vbr j av-d pp-f dt n1 pns32 vdb, cc pp-f dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 537 Page 157
3085 Elihu professeth himselfe to be none of all these; Elihu Professes himself to be none of all these; np1 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi pix pp-f d d; (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3086 He spake that which was right and true in the uprightnesse and truth of his heart. He spoke that which was right and true in the uprightness and truth of his heart. pns31 vvd d r-crq vbds j-jn cc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3087 Such a one the Apostle directs the Gospel Deacon to be, (1 Tim: 3.9.) Holding the mystery of faith in a pure Conscience, which is the same with an upright heart. Such a one the Apostle directs the Gospel Deacon to be, (1 Tim: 3.9.) Holding the mystery of faith in a pure Conscience, which is the same with an upright heart. d dt pi dt n1 vvz dt n1 np1 pc-acp vbi, (crd np1: crd.) vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz dt d p-acp dt j n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3088 And he tells us (1 Thes: 2.4, 5.) That himselfe did not use any guile in the ministration of the Gospel. And he tells us (1 These: 2.4, 5.) That himself did not use any guile in the ministration of the Gospel. cc pns31 vvz pno12 (vvn d: crd, crd) cst px31 vdd xx vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3105 That the mouth of the oxe treading out the corne, should not be muzzl'd, was written for the Ministers sake, to assure them, that while they labour in the Gospel to feed souls, their bodies should be fed. That the Mouth of the ox treading out the corn, should not be muzzled, was written for the Ministers sake, to assure them, that while they labour in the Gospel to feed Souls, their bodies should be fed. cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg av dt n1, vmd xx vbi vvn, vbds vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32, cst cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 543 Page 158
3089 He had truth on his side, and he had truth in his heart, as he also professed to his Brethren the Jewes, (Rom: 9.1, 2.) I speak the truth in Christ, I lye not, my Conscience also bearing me witnesse in the holy Ghost, &c. And againe, (2 Cor: 2.17.) We are not of those that Corrupt the truth; He had truth on his side, and he had truth in his heart, as he also professed to his Brothers the Jews, (Rom: 9.1, 2.) I speak the truth in christ, I lie not, my Conscience also bearing me witness in the holy Ghost, etc. And again, (2 Cor: 2.17.) We Are not of those that Corrupt the truth; pns31 vhd n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vhd n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 av vvd p-acp po31 n2 dt np2, (np1: crd, crd) pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vvb xx, po11 n1 av vvg pno11 vvi p-acp dt j n1, av cc av, (crd fw-la: crd.) pns12 vbr xx pp-f d cst vvi dt n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3090 we speak the truth, and speak it truly. we speak the truth, and speak it truly. pns12 vvb dt n1, cc vvb pn31 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3091 He is a better speaker that speaks with an upright heart, then he that speakes with an eloquent tongue; He is a better speaker that speaks with an upright heart, then he that speaks with an eloquent tongue; pns31 vbz dt jc n1 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1, cs pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3092 He is the happy speaker, who speakes more with his heart then with his tongue, that can say with Elihu to Job, My words shall be of the uprightnesse of my heart. He is the happy speaker, who speaks more with his heart then with his tongue, that can say with Elihu to Job, My words shall be of the uprightness of my heart. pns31 vbz dt j n1, r-crq vvz av-dc p-acp po31 n1 av p-acp po31 n1, cst vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp np1, po11 n2 vmb vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3093 Words spoken of that subject, and words flowing from that subject, are lovely words. Of this latter sort saith Elihu to Job, My words shall be. Words spoken of that Subject, and words flowing from that Subject, Are lovely words. Of this latter sort Says Elihu to Job, My words shall be. n2 vvn pp-f d n-jn, cc n2 vvg p-acp d n-jn, vbr j n2. pp-f d d n1 vvz np1 p-acp np1, po11 n2 vmb vbi. (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3094 And my lips shall utter knowledge clearly. And my lips shall utter knowledge clearly. cc po11 n2 vmb vvi n1 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 538 Page 157
3095 Job had charged his three friends ( Chap: 13. 4.) that they were forgers of lyes. This Elihu engageth against, Job had charged his three Friends (Chap: 13. 4.) that they were forgers of lies. This Elihu engageth against, np1 vhd vvn po31 crd n2 (n1: crd crd) cst pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f n2. d np1 vvz p-acp, (10) chapter (DIV2) 539 Page 158
3096 while he saith, My lips shall utter knowledge clearly. The word here translated Clearly, is rendered two wayes. First, As an Adjective. Secondly, As an Adverb. while he Says, My lips shall utter knowledge clearly. The word Here translated Clearly, is rendered two ways. First, As an Adjective. Secondly, As an Adverb. cs pns31 vvz, po11 n2 vmb vvi n1 av-j. dt n1 av vvn av-j, vbz vvn crd n2. ord, c-acp dt n1. ord, c-acp dt n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 539 Page 158
3097 Many render it as an Adjective, My lips shall utter cleare knowledge, or distinct knowledge; cleare as to the matter; Many render it as an Adjective, My lips shall utter clear knowledge, or distinct knowledge; clear as to the matter; d vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, po11 n2 vmb vvi j n1, cc j n1; j c-acp p-acp dt n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 541 Page 158
3098 pure, plaine, without any adulteration, deceit, or guile, as to the manner. So the word is often used, I might give you many Scriptures for it. pure, plain, without any adulteration, deceit, or guile, as to the manner. So the word is often used, I might give you many Scriptures for it. j, j, p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1. np1 dt n1 vbz av vvn, pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d n2 c-acp pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 541 Page 158
3099 The Prophet speaking in the person of Christ ( Isa: 49.2.) saith, He hath made me a polished shaft, the Hebrew is, a pure shaft, a glittering, shining shaft. ( Jer: 5.11.) He made bright his arrowes, there this word is used. The Prophet speaking in the person of christ (Isaiah: 49.2.) Says, He hath made me a polished shaft, the Hebrew is, a pure shaft, a glittering, shining shaft. (Jer: 5.11.) He made bright his arrows, there this word is used. dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) vvz, pns31 vhz vvn pno11 dt j-vvn n1, dt njp vbz, dt j n1, dt j-vvg, j-vvg n1. (np1: crd.) pns31 vvd j po31 n2, a-acp d n1 vbz vvn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 541 Page 158
3100 It is applyed also to Chiefe men (1 Chron: 7.48.) These were Choyce men, pure men. It is applied also to Chief men (1 Chronicles: 7.48.) These were Choice men, pure men. pn31 vbz vvd av p-acp j-jn n2 (crd np1: crd.) d vbdr n1 n2, j n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 541 Page 158
3101 So saith Elihu (My lips shall utter cleare shining pure knowledge.) Hence note. We should speak cleare truth. So Says Elihu (My lips shall utter clear shining pure knowledge.) Hence note. We should speak clear truth. np1 vvz np1 (po11 n2 vmb vvi j j-vvg j n1.) av vvi. pns12 vmd vvi j n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 541 Page 158
3102 Truth without mixture, truth well winnowed, doctrine well refined. Truth without mixture, truth well winnowed, Doctrine well refined. n1 p-acp n1, n1 av vvn, n1 av vvn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 542 Page 158
3103 The commandement of the Lord is a pure word, ( Psal: 19.8.) There's not any dross at all in it, 'tis like silver tryed seven times in the fire ( Psal: 12.6.) The Prophet among other blessings which God promiseth to his Church and people, hath this ( Isa: 30.24.) The Oxen likewise and the young Asses that eare the ground shall eate cleane Provender, free from the straw, and chaff, dust and darnel. The Commandment of the Lord is a pure word, (Psalm: 19.8.) There's not any dross At all in it, it's like silver tried seven times in the fire (Psalm: 12.6.) The Prophet among other blessings which God promises to his Church and people, hath this (Isaiah: 30.24.) The Oxen likewise and the young Asses that ear the ground shall eat clean Provender, free from the straw, and chaff, dust and darnel. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1, (np1: crd.) pc-acp|vbz xx d n1 p-acp d p-acp pn31, pn31|vbz j n1 vvd crd n2 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vhz d (np1: crd.) dt n2 av cc dt j n2 cst n1 dt n1 vmb vvi j n1, j p-acp dt n1, cc n1, n1 cc n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 543 Page 158
3104 But may we not here renew the Apostles question, (1 Cor: 9.9, 10.) Doth God take care for oxen? or saith he it altogether for our sakes? for our sakes no doubt it is written; But may we not Here renew the Apostles question, (1 Cor: 9.9, 10.) Does God take care for oxen? or Says he it altogether for our sakes? for our sakes no doubt it is written; cc-acp vmb pns12 xx av vvi dt n2 vvb, (crd fw-la: crd, crd) vdz n1 vvi n1 p-acp n2? cc vvz pns31 pn31 av p-acp po12 n2? p-acp po12 n2 dx n1 pn31 vbz vvn; (10) chapter (DIV2) 543 Page 158
3106 And that the oxen and young asses shall eate cleane provender, was written for the peoples sake, to assure them, that Christ would send them such Ministers as should feed them with pure holy wholesome doctrine, not with the chaffe of unwritten traditions, And that the oxen and young asses shall eat clean provender, was written for the peoples sake, to assure them, that christ would send them such Ministers as should feed them with pure holy wholesome Doctrine, not with the chaff of unwritten traditions, cc cst dt n2 cc j n2 vmb vvi j n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32, cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 d n2 c-acp vmd vvi pno32 p-acp j j j n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (10) chapter (DIV2) 543 Page 158
3107 nor with the mixtures of humane i••entions. They should be taught cleare knowledge, as Elihu here speaketh. nor with the mixtures of humane i••entions. They should be taught clear knowledge, as Elihu Here speaks. ccx p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2. pns32 vmd vbi vvn j n1, c-acp np1 av vvz. (10) chapter (DIV2) 543 Page 158
3108 This mercy was also prophecied ( Zeph: 3.9.) Then will I turne to the people a pure language, or a Clean lip: it is this word, that is, what they speak, shall be pure truth. This mercy was also prophesied (Zephaniah: 3.9.) Then will I turn to the people a pure language, or a Clean lip: it is this word, that is, what they speak, shall be pure truth. d n1 vbds av vvn (np1: crd.) av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 dt j n1, cc dt j n1: pn31 vbz d n1, cst vbz, r-crq pns32 vvb, vmb vbi j n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 543 Page 159
3109 Their language shall be, not only Grammatically pure, proper and genuine, but Theologically pure, without any tincture of error in it. Their language shall be, not only Grammatically pure, proper and genuine, but Theologically pure, without any tincture of error in it. po32 n1 vmb vbi, xx av-j av-j j, j cc j, cc-acp av-j j, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 543 Page 159
3110 Secondly, As the word is taken (according to our translation) Adverbially. Note. We ought to speake truth clearly. Secondly, As the word is taken (according to our Translation) Adverbially. Note. We ought to speak truth clearly. ord, c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn (vvg p-acp po12 n1) av-j. n1. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 544 Page 159
3111 Some speake cleare truths, who yet doe not speak them clearly. They speak great truths, yet obscure them in their own way of expressions; some speak clear truths, who yet do not speak them clearly. They speak great truths, yet Obscure them in their own Way of expressions; d vvb j n2, r-crq av vdb xx vvi pno32 av-j. pns32 vvb j n2, av vvb pno32 p-acp po32 d n1 pp-f n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3112 they who wrap up sound doctrine in hard uncouth words, or deliver it in an unnecessary multitude of words, doe rather puzzle and confound their Auditors, then enforme or instruct them. they who wrap up found Doctrine in hard uncouth words, or deliver it in an unnecessary multitude of words, do rather puzzle and confound their Auditors, then inform or instruct them. pns32 r-crq vvb a-acp j n1 p-acp j j n2, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, vdb av-c vvi cc vvi po32 n2, av vvi cc vvi pno32. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3113 And they who speak not knowledge clearly, are like those who mud the waters, or raise a dust in the ayre, which will not let others see distinctly what they hold or put in either. And they who speak not knowledge clearly, Are like those who mud the waters, or raise a dust in the air, which will not let Others see distinctly what they hold or put in either. cc pns32 r-crq vvb xx n1 av-j, vbr av-j d r-crq n1 dt n2, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi n2-jn vvi av-j r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvd p-acp d. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3114 Speaking in darke words and strange notions, is like speaking in a strange language. They only speak profitably, who speak clearly. Speaking in dark words and strange notions, is like speaking in a strange language. They only speak profitably, who speak clearly. vvg p-acp j n2 cc j n2, vbz av-j vvg p-acp dt j n1. pns32 av-j vvb av-j, r-crq vvb av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3115 We commonly say, Truth seekes no corners, truth would not be hid. We commonly say, Truth seeks no corners, truth would not be hid. pns12 av-j vvb, n1 vvz dx n2, n1 vmd xx vbi vvn. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3116 What are obscure and ambiguous words, words of a doubtfull construction and interpretation, but corners, wherein many hide truth, What Are Obscure and ambiguous words, words of a doubtful construction and Interpretation, but corners, wherein many hide truth, q-crq vbr j cc j n2, n2 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, cc-acp n2, c-crq d vvb n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3117 while they pretend to speak and publish it. while they pretend to speak and publish it. cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3118 Such speakers as wel as they who speak in an unknowne language, are Barbarians to their hearers. Such Speakers as well as they who speak in an unknown language, Are Barbarians to their hearers. d n2 c-acp av c-acp pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt j n1, vbr n2-jn p-acp po32 n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3119 And therefore as the Apostle in reference to an unknowne tongue, so should we say in reference to any covert or obscure way of speaking in our owne mother tongue, We had rather speak five words that others may be edified, And Therefore as the Apostle in Referente to an unknown tongue, so should we say in Referente to any covert or Obscure Way of speaking in our own mother tongue, We had rather speak five words that Others may be edified, cc av c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, av vmd pns12 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cc j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po12 d n1 n1, pns12 vhd av-c vvb crd n2 cst n2-jn vmb vbi vvn, (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3120 then ten thousand words in hard and strange expressions. then ten thousand words in hard and strange expressions. cs crd crd n2 p-acp j cc j n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3121 Though we speak in a knowne language, yet doubtfull words hinder edifying as much as an unknowne language doth; Though we speak in a known language, yet doubtful words hinder edifying as much as an unknown language does; cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt j-vvn n1, av j n2 vvb vvg p-acp d c-acp dt j n1 vdz; (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3122 yea such are as a forreiner to their hearers, while they speak in their owne Country tongue: yea such Are as a foreigner to their hearers, while they speak in their own Country tongue: uh d vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d n1 n1: (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3123 'Tis a speciall gift of God, to speak knowledge clearly. It's a special gift of God, to speak knowledge clearly. pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n1 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3204 and if we are not our owne at all, but the Lords, then we ought to be alwayes for the Lord. and if we Are not our own At all, but the lords, then we ought to be always for the Lord. cc cs pns12 vbr xx po12 d p-acp d, cc-acp dt n2, cs pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi av p-acp dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3124 The Apostle hath left that excellent advice with all who are called to speak the great things of eternall life, (1 Pet. 4.11.) If any man speak (that is, The Apostle hath left that excellent Advice with all who Are called to speak the great things of Eternal life, (1 Pet. 4.11.) If any man speak (that is, dt n1 vhz vvn d j n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f j n1, (crd np1 crd.) cs d n1 vvi (cst vbz, (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3125 if he speak about the things of God, divine things) let him speak as the Oracles of God. if he speak about the things of God, divine things) let him speak as the Oracles of God. cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, j-jn n2) vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3126 What are they? The oracles of God are the knowne word of God. What Are they? The oracles of God Are the known word of God. q-crq vbr pns32? dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3127 But how are those oracles to be knowne? Surely as God spake them, plainly and clearly; But how Are those oracles to be known? Surely as God spoke them, plainly and clearly; p-acp q-crq vbr d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn? np1 p-acp np1 vvd pno32, av-j cc av-j; (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 159
3128 The oracles of God were spoken without ambiguity, therefore let no man speake them as the oracles of the devil were spoken, The oracles of God were spoken without ambiguity, Therefore let no man speak them as the oracles of the Devil were spoken, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, av vvb dx n1 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn, (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3129 or as the devill spake his oracles, that is, ambiguously and doubtfully; or as the Devil spoke his oracles, that is, ambiguously and doubtfully; cc p-acp dt n1 vvd po31 n2, cst vbz, av-j cc av-j; (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3130 The devill of old gave out all his answers and oracles doubtfully and darkly to his darke and blinded votaries; The Devil of old gave out all his answers and oracles doubtfully and darkly to his dark and blinded votaries; dt n1 pp-f j vvd av d po31 n2 cc n2 av-j cc av-j p-acp po31 j cc j-vvn n2; (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3131 what he sayd might beare severall Constructions. what he said might bear several Constructions. r-crq pns31 vvd vmd vvi j n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3132 And he spake so on purpose, that whatsoever the event or issue proved to be, he (though the father of lyes) might have the reputation of speaking truth. And he spoke so on purpose, that whatsoever the event or issue proved to be, he (though the father of lies) might have the reputation of speaking truth. cc pns31 vvd av p-acp n1, cst r-crq dt n1 cc n1 vvd pc-acp vbi, pns31 (c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2) vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f vvg n1. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3133 The Devils oracle gave Croesus such an answer as he might Interpret either of a great successe, The Devils oracle gave Croesus such an answer as he might Interpret either of a great success, dt ng1 n1 vvd np1 d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmd vvi d pp-f dt j n1, (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3134 or of a great overthrow, when he asked counsel about his warres. or of a great overthrow, when he asked counsel about his wars. cc pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vvd n1 p-acp po31 n2. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3135 And when Saul came to Enquire of the Witch of Endor, that is, of the Devill, (1 Sam: 28.11.) he gave him a doubtfull resolve; And when Saul Come to Inquire of the Witch of Endor, that is, of the devil, (1 Sam: 28.11.) he gave him a doubtful resolve; cc c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz, pp-f dt n1, (crd np1: crd.) pns31 vvd pno31 dt j n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3136 To morrow shalt thou and thy Sons be with me (v. 19.) Which ambiguous answer might be understood as of the next day following, To morrow shalt thou and thy Sons be with me (v. 19.) Which ambiguous answer might be understood as of the next day following, p-acp n1 vm2 pns21 cc po21 n2 vbb p-acp pno11 (n1 crd) r-crq j n1 vmd vbi vvn a-acp pp-f dt ord n1 vvg, (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3137 so indefinitely of any day neere approaching. Satan loves not to speake knowledge clearely. so indefinitely of any day near approaching. Satan loves not to speak knowledge clearly. av av-j pp-f d n1 av-j vvg. np1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi n1 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3138 But the servants and messengers of Christ, must use great plainness of speech while they are treating of and giving out the mind of God to his people; But the Servants and messengers of christ, must use great plainness of speech while they Are treating of and giving out the mind of God to his people; p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, vmb vvi j n1 pp-f n1 cs pns32 vbr vvg pp-f cc vvg av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1; (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3139 and be carefull that as the doctrine is sound which they deliver, so there may be a clearness in their delivering of it. and be careful that as the Doctrine is found which they deliver, so there may be a clearness in their delivering of it. cc vbb j cst p-acp dt n1 vbz j r-crq pns32 vvb, av pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po32 vvg pp-f pn31. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3140 Their lips (as Elihu engaged his should) ought to utter knowledge clarely. Their lips (as Elihu engaged his should) ought to utter knowledge clarely. po32 n2 (c-acp np1 vvn po31 vmd) vmd p-acp j n1 av-j. (10) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 160
3141 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 4, 5, 6, 7. The Spirit of God hath formed me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 4, 5, 6, 7. The Spirit of God hath formed me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 546 Page 161
3142 If thou canst answer me, set thy words in order before me, stand up. Behold, I am according to thy wish in Gods stead: If thou Canst answer me, Set thy words in order before me, stand up. Behold, I am according to thy wish in God's stead: cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, vvb a-acp. vvb, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1 p-acp ng1 n1: (11) chapter (DIV2) 548 Page 161
3143 I also am formed out of the clay. I also am formed out of the clay. pns11 av vbm vvn av pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 549 Page 161
3144 Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavie upon thee. Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee. vvb, po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 j, dx vmb po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 550 Page 161
3166 The second question is, Why doth Elihu attribute his making to the Spirit of God? Regeneration or our new-making is properly the work of the Spirit, The second question is, Why does Elihu attribute his making to the Spirit of God? Regeneration or our new-making is properly the work of the Spirit, dt ord n1 vbz, q-crq vdz np1 vvb po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? n1 cc po12 j vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 557 Page 162
3145 IN these foure verses, Elihu still prosecutes a discreete praefatory insinuation both of himselfe and of his intended discourse into the heart of Job, that both might find wellcome, and good entertainment there. IN these foure Verses, Elihu still prosecutes a discreet prefatory insinuation both of himself and of his intended discourse into the heart of Job, that both might find welcome, and good entertainment there. p-acp d crd n2, np1 av vvz dt j j n1 av-d pp-f px31 cc pp-f po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d vmd vvi n-jn, cc j n1 a-acp. (11) chapter (DIV2) 551 Page 161
3146 Elihu had assured him at the third verse, that he would speak in the uprightness of his heart, Elihu had assured him At the third verse, that he would speak in the uprightness of his heart, np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp dt ord n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 551 Page 161
3147 or that he would deale candidly, and clearly with him. That was a strong argument to gaine attention. or that he would deal candidly, and clearly with him. That was a strong argument to gain attention. cc cst pns31 vmd vvi av-j, cc av-j p-acp pno31. cst vbds dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 551 Page 161
3148 And in this fourth verse, he argueth with and urgeth Job, to give him attention, because he was a man of Gods making, as Job also was. And in this fourth verse, he argue with and urges Job, to give him attention, Because he was a man of God's making, as Job also was. cc p-acp d ord n1, pns31 vvz p-acp cc vvz n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f ng1 vvg, c-acp n1 av vbds. (11) chapter (DIV2) 551 Page 161
3149 The same hand wrought them both, and therefore, why should there be a strangenesse between them? or an unwillingness to give or receive counsel and helpe from one another? Vers. 4. The spirit of God hath formed me, The same hand wrought them both, and Therefore, why should there be a strangeness between them? or an unwillingness to give or receive counsel and help from one Another? Vers. 4. The Spirit of God hath formed me, dt d n1 vvd pno32 d, cc av, q-crq vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32? cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp crd j-jn? np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, (11) chapter (DIV2) 551 Page 161
3150 and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. I shall open these words two wayes. and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. I shall open these words two ways. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1. pns11 vmb vvi d n2 crd n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 551 Page 161
3151 First, As a direct proposition, or assertion. First, As a Direct proposition, or assertion. ord, c-acp dt j n1, cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 553 Page 161
3152 Secondly, In their connection and dependance, as they are here used, for an argument of perswasion. Secondly, In their connection and dependence, as they Are Here used, for an argument of persuasion. ord, p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 vbr av vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 554 Page 161
3153 First, Consider the Text, as an assertion; First, Consider the Text, as an assertion; ord, vvb dt n1, c-acp dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 555 Page 161
3154 The spirit of God hath made me, &c. The word doth not signifie barely to make, or to clap up a worke any how, The Spirit of God hath made me, etc. The word does not signify barely to make, or to clap up a work any how, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, av dt n1 vdz xx vvi av-j p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 d q-crq, (11) chapter (DIV2) 555 Page 161
3155 but to make with art, to make skilfully, to compose and fashion a thing with exactest grace, comeliness, and beauty. but to make with art, to make skilfully, to compose and fashion a thing with Exactest grace, comeliness, and beauty. cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi av-j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp js n1, n1, cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 555 Page 161
3156 Thus are we made by the Spirit of God. Thus Are we made by the Spirit of God. av vbr pns12 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 555 Page 161
3157 Man is an excellent piece of worke, yea man is the Master-piece of all the visible workes of God. Man is an excellent piece of work, yea man is the Masterpiece of all the visible works of God. n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, uh n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 555 Page 162
3158 The Spirit of God hath made me. There are two things here to be enquired; The Spirit of God hath made me. There Are two things Here to be inquired; dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11. pc-acp vbr crd n2 av pc-acp vbi vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 555 Page 162
3159 First, what we are to understand by the Spirit of God, to whom Elihu attributes his making. First, what we Are to understand by the Spirit of God, to whom Elihu attributes his making. ord, r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq np1 n2 po31 n-vvg. (11) chapter (DIV2) 556 Page 162
3160 Secondly, Why doth Elihu attribute his making to the Spirit of God? To the former question, I answer; Secondly, Why does Elihu attribute his making to the Spirit of God? To the former question, I answer; ord, q-crq vdz np1 vvb po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vvb; (11) chapter (DIV2) 556 Page 162
3161 First, negatively, that by the Spirit of God we are not to understand a power or vertue put forth by God, in which sence we sometimes read the Spirit of God in Scripture. First, negatively, that by the Spirit of God we Are not to understand a power or virtue put forth by God, in which sense we sometime read the Spirit of God in Scripture. ord, av-j, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 vvd av p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 556 Page 162
3162 But by the Spirit of God here, we are to understand God the Spirit. But by the Spirit of God Here, we Are to understand God the Spirit. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 556 Page 162
3163 In which sence we read ( Gen: 1.2.) The Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. In which sense we read (Gen: 1.2.) The Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vvb (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 556 Page 162
3164 As also ( Math: 3.16.) He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him; As also (Math: 3.16.) He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him; c-acp av (np1: crd.) pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg av-j dt n1, cc vvg p-acp pno31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 556 Page 162
3165 that is, upon Jesus Christ, baptized by John in Jordan. that is, upon jesus christ, baptised by John in Jordan. cst vbz, p-acp np1 np1, vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 556 Page 162
3205 Hence, Thirdly, Hath the Spirit of God made us? (as Elihu saith) then let the Spirit use us; Hence, Thirdly, Hath the Spirit of God made us? (as Elihu Says) then let the Spirit use us; av, ord, vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pno12? (c-acp np1 vvz) av vvb dt n1 vvb pno12; (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3167 but is Creation, or our naturall constitution his work also? Saith not Moses? (Gen: 2.7.) The Lord God formed man out of the dust of the earth; Jehovah Elohim formed man. but is Creation, or our natural constitution his work also? Says not Moses? (Gen: 2.7.) The Lord God formed man out of the dust of the earth; Jehovah Elohim formed man. cc-acp vbz n1, cc po12 j n1 po31 n1 av? vvz xx np1? (np1: crd.) dt n1 np1 vvn n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; np1 np1 vvn n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 557 Page 162
3168 And if we look into the first of John ver: 2, 3. we read thus; And if we look into the First of John for: 2, 3. we read thus; cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt ord pp-f np1 p-acp: crd, crd pns12 vvb av; (11) chapter (DIV2) 557 Page 162
3169 In the beginning was the word, and the word was with God, and the word was God; In the beginning was the word, and the word was with God, and the word was God; p-acp dt n1 vbds dt n1, cc dt n1 vbds p-acp np1, cc dt n1 vbds np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 557 Page 162
3170 the same was in the beginning with God, all things were made by him, and without him was not any thing made, that was made. the same was in the beginning with God, all things were made by him, and without him was not any thing made, that was made. dt d vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31 vbds xx d n1 vvd, cst vbds vvn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 557 Page 162
3171 There our maker (for the making of all things is attributed to him) is the Son, the second person in the holy Trinity, There our maker (for the making of all things is attributed to him) is the Son, the second person in the holy Trinity, pc-acp po12 n1 (c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 vbz vvn p-acp pno31) vbz dt n1, dt ord n1 p-acp dt j np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 557 Page 162
3172 or the Word, who (as it followeth in that Chapter) was made flesh. Why then doth Elihu here ascribe his making to the Spirit? And how are these Scriptures reconciled? or the Word, who (as it follows in that Chapter) was made Flesh. Why then does Elihu Here ascribe his making to the Spirit? And how Are these Scriptures reconciled? cc dt n1, r-crq (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n1) vbds vvn n1. q-crq av vdz np1 av vvi po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1? cc q-crq vbr d n2 vvn? (11) chapter (DIV2) 557 Page 162
3173 I answer, By that received Maxime in Divinity, The workes of the holy Trinity towards the creature are undevided. I answer, By that received Maxim in Divinity, The works of the holy Trinity towards the creature Are undivided. pns11 vvb, p-acp cst j-vvn n1 p-acp n1, dt n2 pp-f dt j np1 p-acp dt n1 vbr j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 558 Page 162
3174 So that, while this Scripture ascribes the making of man to the Spirit or Third person in the Trinity, it doth not at all crosse those which ascribe it to the first or second, the Father or the Son. The Spirit of God hath made me. Hence note. So that, while this Scripture ascribes the making of man to the Spirit or Third person in the Trinity, it does not At all cross those which ascribe it to the First or second, the Father or the Son. The Spirit of God hath made me. Hence note. av cst, cs d n1 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc ord n1 p-acp dt np1, pn31 vdz xx p-acp d n1 d r-crq vvb pn31 p-acp dt ord cc ord, dt n1 cc dt n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11. av vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 558 Page 162
3175 First, Man as to his bodily making, or the making of his body, is the workmanship of God. First, Man as to his bodily making, or the making of his body, is the workmanship of God. ord, n1 c-acp p-acp po31 j n-vvg, cc dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 559 Page 162
3176 As we are his workmanship created in Christ Jesus to good (or holy) workes, (Eph: 2.10.) so we are his workmanship created to common and naturall workes. As we Are his workmanship created in christ jesus to good (or holy) works, (Ephesians: 2.10.) so we Are his workmanship created to Common and natural works. c-acp pns12 vbr po31 n1 vvn p-acp np1 np1 p-acp j (cc j) vvz, (np1: crd.) av pns12 vbr po31 n1 vvn p-acp j cc j n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3177 We have heard of that divine consultation or resolution rather ( Gen: 1.26.) Let us make man: The Father made man, We have herd of that divine consultation or resolution rather (Gen: 1.26.) Let us make man: The Father made man, pns12 vhb vvn pp-f d j-jn n1 cc n1 av (np1: crd.) vvb pno12 vvi n1: dt n1 vvd n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3178 and the Son made man, and the holy Spirit made man; The Father by the Son, through the holy Spirit made man. and the Son made man, and the holy Spirit made man; The Father by the Son, through the holy Spirit made man. cc dt n1 vvd n1, cc dt j n1 vvd n1; dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 vvd n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3179 What a glorious, what a mighty power is put forth for the production of such a poore creature as man is! What a glorious, what a mighty power is put forth for the production of such a poor creature as man is! q-crq dt j, r-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt j n1 p-acp n1 vbz! (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3180 And this is true, not only of the first man in his creation, but of every man since the creation, there is a concurrence of a divine power and workmanship in the setting up of man as man. ( Psal: 100.3.) It is he that made us, and not we our selves; And this is true, not only of the First man in his creation, but of every man since the creation, there is a concurrence of a divine power and workmanship in the setting up of man as man. (Psalm: 100.3.) It is he that made us, and not we our selves; cc d vbz j, xx av-j pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (np1: crd.) pn31 vbz pns31 cst vvd pno12, cc xx pns12 po12 n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3181 God doth not only make us holy men, but he makes us men. Hence David (Psal: 13. 9-14.) I am fearefully, and wonderfully made. God does not only make us holy men, but he makes us men. Hence David (Psalm: 13. 9-14.) I am fearfully, and wonderfully made. np1 vdz xx av-j vvi pno12 j n2, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno12 n2. av np1 (np1: crd. j.) pns11 vbm av-j, cc av-j vvn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3182 He speaks there of the frame of his body, though that be much more true in reference to the admirable frame of the new creature which is set up in the soule; He speaks there of the frame of his body, though that be much more true in Referente to the admirable frame of the new creature which is Set up in the soul; pns31 vvz a-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs d vbb av-d av-dc j p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3202 That consideration should urge us to duty; our bodies are temples built, as well as temples sanctified by the holy Ghost; That consideration should urge us to duty; our bodies Are Temples built, as well as Temples sanctified by the holy Ghost; cst n1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1; po12 n2 vbr n2 vvn, c-acp av c-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3183 so, indeed we are fearefully and wonderfully made. ( Isa: 27.11.) This is a people of no understanding (But did God ever make a people without naturall understanding? Surely no, so, indeed we Are fearfully and wonderfully made. (Isaiah: 27.11.) This is a people of no understanding (But did God ever make a people without natural understanding? Surely no, av, av pns12 vbr av-j cc av-j vvn. (np1: crd.) d vbz dt n1 pp-f dx j-vvg (cc-acp vdd np1 av vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1? np1 av-dx, (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3184 but they were a people without spirituall understanding, they did not understand what the mind, and meaning of God was, and what their owne duty was; but they were a people without spiritual understanding, they did not understand what the mind, and meaning of God was, and what their own duty was; cc-acp pns32 vbdr dt n1 p-acp j n1, pns32 vdd xx vvi r-crq dt n1, cc vvg pp-f np1 vbds, cc r-crq po32 d n1 vbds; (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3185 Such are a people of no understanding, how wise soever they are in their owne eyes, Such Are a people of no understanding, how wise soever they Are in their own eyes, d vbr dt n1 pp-f dx n1, c-crq j av pns32 vbr p-acp po32 d n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3186 or in the eyes of the world, what followeth) Therefore he that made them will not have mercy on them, or in the eyes of the world, what follows) Therefore he that made them will not have mercy on them, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz) av pns31 cst vvd pno32 vmb xx vhi n1 p-acp pno32, (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3187 and he that formed them will shew them no favour; That is, God who made and formed them, both in their naturall capacity as men, and he that formed them will show them no favour; That is, God who made and formed them, both in their natural capacity as men, cc pns31 cst vvd pno32 vmb vvi pno32 dx n1; cst vbz, np1 r-crq vvd cc vvd pno32, av-d p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3188 as also in their civill and spirituall capacity as a Church and Nation, or as a Nationall Church (understanding it of the Jewes ) will not have mercy on them, will not favour them. as also in their civil and spiritual capacity as a Church and nation, or as a National Church (understanding it of the Jews) will not have mercy on them, will not favour them. c-acp av p-acp po32 j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 (vvg pn31 pp-f dt np2) vmb xx vhi n1 p-acp pno32, vmb xx vvi pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3189 We read the same Church at once looking to God as their maker and most earnestly moving and imploring his pity upon the same account. ( Isa: 64.8, 9.) But now O Lord, thou art our father, we are the clay, We read the same Church At once looking to God as their maker and most earnestly moving and imploring his pity upon the same account. (Isaiah: 64.8, 9.) But now Oh Lord, thou art our father, we Are the clay, pns12 vvb dt d n1 p-acp a-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1 cc av-ds av-j vvg cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt d n1. (np1: crd, crd) p-acp av uh n1, pns21 vb2r po12 n1, pns12 vbr dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3190 and thou our potter, and we all are the work of thy hand; and thou our potter, and we all Are the work of thy hand; cc pns21 po12 n1, cc pns12 d vbr dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3191 As if they had sayd, Thou O Lord, hast moulded us as thy creatures, and fashioned us as thy Church, As if they had said, Thou O Lord, hast moulded us as thy creatures, and fashioned us as thy Church, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, pns21 sy n1, vh2 vvn pno12 p-acp po21 n2, cc vvd pno12 p-acp po21 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3192 when we were but a rude masse or heape without forme or comeliness, therefore doe not marre thy owne worke, doe not breake the vessels of thine owne making, when we were but a rude mass or heap without Form or comeliness, Therefore do not mar thy own work, do not break the vessels of thine own making, c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av vdb xx vvi po21 d n1, vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f po21 d n-vvg, (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3193 or as it followeth in the same Chapter, Be not wroth very sore O Lord, neither remember iniquity for ever, behold, we beseech thee, we are all thy people. Hence consider. or as it follows in the same Chapter, Be not wroth very soar Oh Lord, neither Remember iniquity for ever, behold, we beseech thee, we Are all thy people. Hence Consider. cc c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt d n1, vbb xx j av av-j uh n1, av-dx vvb n1 p-acp av, vvb, pns12 vvb pno21, pns12 vbr d po21 n1. av vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 560 Page 163
3194 First, That, we owe not only our well-being, but our very being unto God. And therefore First, That, we owe not only our well-being, but our very being unto God. And Therefore ord, cst, pns12 vvb xx av-j po12 n1, cc-acp po12 j vbg p-acp np1. cc av (11) chapter (DIV2) 562 Page 164
3195 Secondly, No man ought to looke upon himselfe as his owne; Secondly, No man ought to look upon himself as his own; ord, av-dx n1 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 p-acp po31 d; (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3196 So the Apostle argues (1 Cor: 6.19.) Know ye not that your body is the temple of the holy Ghost, which is in you, which ye have of God, So the Apostle argues (1 Cor: 6.19.) Know you not that your body is the temple of the holy Ghost, which is in you, which you have of God, av dt n1 vvz (vvn fw-la: crd.) vvb pn22 xx d po22 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbz p-acp pn22, r-crq pn22 vhb pp-f np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3197 and ye are not your owne; No man is his owne, he is Gods, who hath made him. and you Are not your own; No man is his own, he is God's, who hath made him. cc pn22 vbr xx po22 d; dx n1 vbz po31 d, pns31 vbz ng1, r-crq vhz vvn pno31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3198 Saints and believers especially are not their own in that repsect; as also because their bodies are the temple of the holy Ghost; Saints and believers especially Are not their own in that repsect; as also Because their bodies Are the temple of the holy Ghost; np1 cc n2 av-j vbr xx po32 d p-acp d n1; c-acp av c-acp po32 n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3199 that is, the holy Ghost hath sanctified them for himselfe, for his peculiar service, and for his habitation. that is, the holy Ghost hath sanctified them for himself, for his peculiar service, and for his habitation. cst vbz, dt j n1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp px31, c-acp po31 j n1, cc p-acp po31 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3200 Now as the bodyes of Saints are the temple of the holy Ghost, because he doth sanctifie them; Now as the bodies of Saints Are the temple of the holy Ghost, Because he does sanctify them; av c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vdz vvi pno32; (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3201 so they are the temple of the holy Ghost, because he hath reared them up, and built them. so they Are the temple of the holy Ghost, Because he hath reared them up, and built them. av pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32 a-acp, cc vvd pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 563 Page 164
3206 how sad is it, that when the Spirit of God hath made our bodies and soules, we should let the wicked spirit use either (as he doth both the bodies and soules of carnall men) to his base services. how sad is it, that when the Spirit of God hath made our bodies and Souls, we should let the wicked Spirit use either (as he does both the bodies and Souls of carnal men) to his base services. c-crq j vbz pn31, cst c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn po12 n2 cc n2, pns12 vmd vvi dt j n1 vvi d (c-acp pns31 vdz d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2) p-acp po31 j n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3207 The evill spirit did neither make your bodies nor your soules, why should he have the command of either? Therefore as your members have been weapons of unrighteousnesse to sin, The evil Spirit did neither make your bodies nor your Souls, why should he have the command of either? Therefore as your members have been weapons of unrighteousness to since, dt j-jn n1 vdd av-dx vvi po22 n2 ccx po22 n2, q-crq vmd pns31 vhi dt n1 pp-f d? av p-acp po22 n2 vhb vbn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3208 so let them be instruments of righteousnesse unto God. so let them be Instruments of righteousness unto God. av vvb pno32 vbi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3209 Seeing the holy Spirit hath made us, let not the evill spirit use so much as a little finger of us; Seeing the holy Spirit hath made us, let not the evil Spirit use so much as a little finger of us; vvg dt j n1 vhz vvn pno12, vvb xx dt j-jn n1 vvi av av-d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno12; (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3210 for, he hath not made not only so much as a little finger of our hand, for, he hath not made not only so much as a little finger of our hand, p-acp, pns31 vhz xx vvn xx av-j av av-d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3211 but so much as the least haire of our heads (as Christ saith we our selves cannot, Math: 5.36.) white or blacke. And therefore let not the evill spirit make use of one haire of our heads white or black, but so much as the least hair of our Heads (as christ Says we our selves cannot, Math: 5.36.) white or black. And Therefore let not the evil Spirit make use of one hair of our Heads white or black, cc-acp av av-d c-acp dt ds n1 pp-f po12 n2 (c-acp np1 vvz pno12 po12 n2 vmbx, np1: crd.) j-jn cc j-jn. cc av vvb xx dt j-jn n1 vvi n1 pp-f crd n1 pp-f po12 n2 j-jn cc j-jn, (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3212 as a flagge of pride and vanity, or to be an occasion of sin to others. as a flag of pride and vanity, or to be an occasion of since to Others. c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3213 He that maketh the house ought to have the possession and service of it, either to dwell in it himselfe, He that makes the house ought to have the possession and service of it, either to dwell in it himself, pns31 cst vvz dt n1 vmd pc-acp vhi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 px31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3214 or to receive rent and profit from him that dwells in it. or to receive rend and profit from him that dwells in it. cc pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp pn31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3215 The spirit having made us, should not only have the rent and revenue, but the full possession of us for ever. The Spirit having made us, should not only have the rend and revenue, but the full possession of us for ever. dt n1 vhg vvn pno12, vmd xx av-j vhi dt n1 cc n1, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno12 p-acp av. (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3216 That which is of God should be for God, for him alwayes, and only for him. That which is of God should be for God, for him always, and only for him. d r-crq vbz pp-f np1 vmd vbi p-acp np1, p-acp pno31 av, cc av-j p-acp pno31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 564 Page 164
3217 Secondly, In that the making of man is attributed to the Spirit. Observe. The Spirit of God is God. Secondly, In that the making of man is attributed to the Spirit. Observe. The Spirit of God is God. ord, p-acp d dt n-vvg pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. vvb. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 565 Page 165
3218 The holy Ghost is not only a power of God, or a word gone out from God, The holy Ghost is not only a power of God, or a word gone out from God, dt j n1 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 vvn av p-acp np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3219 but the holy Ghost is God. This is cleare from the efficiency of the holy Spirit; but the holy Ghost is God. This is clear from the efficiency of the holy Spirit; cc-acp dt j n1 vbz np1. d vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3220 The Spirit of God hath made me. The work of creation is attributable to none but God. The Spirit of God hath made me. The work of creation is attributable to none but God. dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp pix cc-acp np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3221 That power which at first set up man in his creation, continueth him to this day; That power which At First Set up man in his creation, Continueth him to this day; cst n1 r-crq p-acp ord vvd a-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz pno31 p-acp d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3222 this power and great prerogative is given to the Spirit; this power and great prerogative is given to the Spirit; d n1 cc j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3223 therefore the Spirit is God. ( Psal: 33.6.) By the word of the Lord (his substantiall Word or Son) were the heavens made, and all the host of them, by the breath (or Spirit) of his mouth; that is, Jehovah by his Eternall Son and Spirit made all things. Therefore the Spirit is God. (Psalm: 33.6.) By the word of the Lord (his substantial Word or Son) were the heavens made, and all the host of them, by the breath (or Spirit) of his Mouth; that is, Jehovah by his Eternal Son and Spirit made all things. av dt n1 vbz np1. (np1: crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (po31 j n1 cc n1) vbdr dt n2 vvd, cc d dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1 (cc n1) pp-f po31 n1; cst vbz, np1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 vvd d n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3224 The heavens and their host, are there expressed by a Synecdoche of the part, for the whole creation, The heavens and their host, Are there expressed by a Synecdoche of the part, for the Whole creation, dt n2 cc po32 n1, vbr a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3225 or, for all creatures both in heaven and in earth. Againe ( Psal: 104.30.) Thou sendest forth thy Spirit, they are created; or, for all creatures both in heaven and in earth. Again (Psalm: 104.30.) Thou sendest forth thy Spirit, they Are created; cc, p-acp d n2 av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. av (np1: crd.) pns21 vv2 av po21 n1, pns32 vbr vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3226 The Spirit of God creates every day; The Spirit of God creates every day; dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3227 what is it that continueth things in their created being, but providence? That's a true axiome in Divinity; what is it that Continueth things in their created being, but providence? That's a true axiom in Divinity; q-crq vbz pn31 cst vvz n2 p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, cc-acp n1? d|vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3228 Providence is creation continued; Now the Spirit of God who created at first, creates to this day; Providence is creation continued; Now the Spirit of God who created At First, creates to this day; n1 vbz n1 vvn; av dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvd p-acp ord, vvz p-acp d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3229 Thou sendest forth thy Spirit, they are created. Thou sendest forth thy Spirit, they Are created. pns21 vv2 av po21 n1, pns32 vbr vvn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3230 The work of creation was finished in the first six dayes of the world, but the work of creation is renewed every day, The work of creation was finished in the First six days of the world, but the work of creation is renewed every day, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt ord crd n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn d n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3231 and so continued to the end of the world. Successive providentiall creation as well as originall creation is ascribed to the Spirit. and so continued to the end of the world. Successive providential creation as well as original creation is ascribed to the Spirit. cc av vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. j j n1 c-acp av c-acp j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 567 Page 165
3232 The Scripture is full of arguments to prove that the holy Ghost is God; The Scripture is full of Arguments to prove that the holy Ghost is God; dt n1 vbz j pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi cst dt j n1 vbz np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 568 Page 165
3233 Which (because this fundamentall truth is blasphemously spoken against) I shall a little touch upon. Which (Because this fundamental truth is blasphemously spoken against) I shall a little touch upon. q-crq (c-acp d j n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp) pns11 vmb dt j n1 p-acp. (11) chapter (DIV2) 568 Page 165
3234 First, As the Spirit createth and makes the naturall man consisting of body and soule, First, As the Spirit Createth and makes the natural man consisting of body and soul, ord, c-acp dt n1 vvz cc vvz dt j n1 vvg pp-f n1 cc n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 165
3235 so he regenerateth (which is a greater creation) the whole into a spirituall man; so he regenerateth (which is a greater creation) the Whole into a spiritual man; av pns31 vvz (r-crq vbz dt jc n1) dt j-jn p-acp dt j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 165
3236 therefore he is God. ( John 3.5.) Except a man be borne againe of water, Therefore he is God. (John 3.5.) Except a man be born again of water, av pns31 vbz np1. (np1 crd.) c-acp dt n1 vbi vvn av pp-f n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 165
3237 and of the Spirit (that is, of the Spirit who is as water) he cannot enter into the kingdome of God. and of the Spirit (that is, of the Spirit who is as water) he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. cc pp-f dt n1 (cst vbz, pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1) pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 165
3238 The holy Ghost is also call'd, The sanctifier; sanctification is regeneration in progress, and motion; The holy Ghost is also called, The sanctifier; sanctification is regeneration in progress, and motion; dt j n1 vbz av vvn, dt n1; n1 vbz n1 p-acp n1, cc n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 165
3239 regeneration is sanctification begun, and sanctification is regeneration perfecting from day to day. (2 Thes: 2.13.) We are bound to give thanks to God for you, brethren, beloved of the Lord, regeneration is sanctification begun, and sanctification is regeneration perfecting from day to day. (2 These: 2.13.) We Are bound to give thanks to God for you, brothers, Beloved of the Lord, n1 vbz n1 vvn, cc n1 vbz n1 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (crd d: crd.) pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1 p-acp pn22, n2, vvn pp-f dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 166
3240 because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation, through sanctification of the Spirit, and beliefe of the truth. Because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation, through sanctification of the Spirit, and belief of the truth. c-acp np1 vhz p-acp dt n1 vvn pn22 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 166
3241 And the Apostle Peter writes to the Elect (1 Pet: 1, 2.) according to the foreknowledge of God the father, through sanctification of the Spirit. And the Apostle Peter writes to the Elect (1 Pet: 1, 2.) according to the foreknowledge of God the father, through sanctification of the Spirit. cc dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt j (vvd np1: crd, crd) vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 166
3242 Now, who can doe these great things but God? who can regenerate, or give a new nature, who can sanctifie or perfect that new nature but God alone? Men and Angels must let these workes alone for ever, Now, who can do these great things but God? who can regenerate, or give a new nature, who can sanctify or perfect that new nature but God alone? Men and Angels must let these works alone for ever, av, r-crq vmb vdi d j n2 p-acp np1? q-crq vmb vvn, cc vvi dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi d j n1 p-acp np1 av-j? np1 cc n2 vmb vvi d n2 av-j p-acp av, (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 166
3243 or (as we translate, Psal: 49.8.) these acts cease for ever from men and Angels, or (as we translate, Psalm: 49.8.) these acts cease for ever from men and Angels, cc (c-acp pns12 vvb, np1: crd.) d n2 vvb p-acp av p-acp n2 cc n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 166
3244 as much as the redemption of man from the grave, or from hell, from corruption, or condemnation. as much as the redemption of man from the grave, or from hell, from corruption, or condemnation. c-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 569 Page 166
3245 Secondly, The Spirit is omniscient, He knoweth all things, (1 Cor: 1.12. 2 10.19.) The Spirit knoweth all things, Secondly, The Spirit is omniscient, He Knoweth all things, (1 Cor: 1.12. 2 10.19.) The Spirit Knoweth all things, ord, dt n1 vbz j, pns31 vvz d n2, (crd fw-la: crd. crd crd.) dt n1 vvz d n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3246 yea the deep things of God. He is not only acquainted with, and privie to the surface and outside of things, yea the deep things of God. He is not only acquainted with, and privy to the surface and outside of things, uh dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1. pns31 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp, cc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1-an pp-f n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3247 but he searcheth things to the bottom of them. but he Searches things to the bottom of them. cc-acp pns31 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3248 Nor doth he search only the deepe or bottome things of common men, or of the chiefest of men, Kings and Princes, (whose hearts are usually as much deeper then other mens, Nor does he search only the deep or bottom things of Common men, or of the chiefest of men, Kings and Princes, (whose hearts Are usually as much Deeper then other men's, ccx vdz pns31 vvi av-j dt j-jn cc n1 n2 pp-f j n2, cc pp-f dt js-jn pp-f n2, n2 cc n2, (rg-crq n2 vbr av-j p-acp d jc-jn cs j-jn ng2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3249 as their persons and places are higher) but the Spirit searcheth the deep things, the bottome things of God, the things of God that lye lowest, as their Persons and places Are higher) but the Spirit Searches the deep things, the bottom things of God, the things of God that lie lowest, c-acp po32 n2 cc n2 vbr jc) p-acp dt n1 vvz dt j-jn n2, dt n1 n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vvb js, (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3250 and most out of sight, the Spirit understandeth; therefore the Spirit is God. and most out of sighed, the Spirit understands; Therefore the Spirit is God. cc av-ds av pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz; av dt n1 vbz np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3251 For (as the Apostle argueth, 1 Cor: 2.11.) No man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of a man that is in him; For (as the Apostle argue, 1 Cor: 2.11.) No man Knoweth the things of a man, save the Spirit of a man that is in him; p-acp (c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd fw-la: crd.) dx n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3252 even so the things of God knoweth no man but the Spirit of God, or, he that is God; even so the things of God Knoweth no man but the Spirit of God, or, he that is God; av av dt n2 pp-f np1 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc, pns31 cst vbz np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3253 if the spirit that is in man, were not man, or the intellectuall power in man, it could never know the things of man; if the Spirit that is in man, were not man, or the intellectual power in man, it could never know the things of man; cs dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1, vbdr xx n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmd av-x vvi dt n2 pp-f n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3254 and if the Spirit of God were not God, he could never search and know the deep, the deepest things of God. and if the Spirit of God were not God, he could never search and know the deep, the Deepest things of God. cc cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr xx np1, pns31 vmd av-x vvi cc vvi dt j-jn, dt js-jn n2 pp-f np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 570 Page 166
3255 Thirdly, As the Spirit of God knoweth all things, as he searcheth the deep things, even all the secrets, and mysteries of God; Thirdly, As the Spirit of God Knoweth all things, as he Searches the deep things, even all the secrets, and Mysteres of God; ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n2, c-acp pns31 vvz dt j-jn n2, av d dt n2-jn, cc n2 pp-f np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 571 Page 166
3256 so he teacheth all things, even all those secrets and mysteries of God, which 'tis needful or useful for man to know. so he Teaches all things, even all those secrets and Mysteres of God, which it's needful or useful for man to know. av pns31 vvz d n2, av d d n2-jn cc n2 pp-f np1, r-crq pn31|vbz j cc j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 571 Page 166
3257 The Spirit is a teacher, and he teacheth effectually ( Joh: 16.13.) When the Spirit of truth is come, he will guide you into all truth: The Spirit is a teacher, and he Teaches effectually (John: 16.13.) When the Spirit of truth is come, he will guide you into all truth: dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc pns31 vvz av-j (np1: crd.) c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d n1: (11) chapter (DIV2) 571 Page 166
3258 for he shall not speak of himselfe (that is, he shall not teach you a private doctrine, for he shall not speak of himself (that is, he shall not teach you a private Doctrine, c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pp-f px31 (cst vbz, pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22 dt j n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 571 Page 166
3259 or that which is contrary to what ye have learned of me) but whatsoever he shall heare, that shall he speake, or that which is contrary to what you have learned of me) but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak, cc cst r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vvn pp-f pno11) p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi, cst vmb pns31 vvi, (11) chapter (DIV2) 571 Page 167
3260 and he will shew you things to come. Which last words are A fourth argument that he is God. and he will show you things to come. Which last words Are A fourth argument that he is God. cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi. r-crq vvb n2 vbr dt ord n1 cst pns31 vbz np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 571 Page 167
3261 As the Spirit teacheth, so he foretelleth all things (1 Tim: 4.1.) Now the Spirit speaketh expressely, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits and doctrines of devills. As the Spirit Teaches, so he foretelleth all things (1 Tim: 4.1.) Now the Spirit speaks expressly, that in the latter times Some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits and doctrines of Devils. p-acp dt n1 vvz, av pns31 vvz d n2 (crd np1: crd.) av dt n1 vvz av-j, cst p-acp dt d n2 d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, vvg n1 p-acp j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 572 Page 167
3262 The Spirit of God clearly foreseeth and infallibly foretelleth what shall be, before it is, therefore he is God. The Spirit of God clearly Foreseeth and infallibly foretelleth what shall be, before it is, Therefore he is God. dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvb cc av-j vvz r-crq vmb vbi, c-acp pn31 vbz, av pns31 vbz np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 572 Page 167
3263 The Lord by his holy Prophet ( Isa: 41.23.) challengeth all the false Idol gods of the Heathen to give that proofe of their Divinity; The Lord by his holy Prophet (Isaiah: 41.23.) Challengeth all the false Idol God's of the Heathen to give that proof of their Divinity; dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 (np1: crd.) vvz d dt j n1 n2 pp-f dt j-jn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po32 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 572 Page 167
3264 Shew the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that ye are Gods. As if he had sayd, Doe that and we will yield the cause. Show the things that Are to come hereafter, that we may know that you Are God's As if he had said, Do that and we will yield the cause. vvb dt n2 cst vbr pc-acp vvi av, cst pns12 vmb vvi cst pn22 vbr n2 c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vdb d cc pns12 vmb vvi dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 572 Page 167
3265 Men and Devills may guesse at, but none can indeed shew things to come but God. Men and Devils may guess At, but none can indeed show things to come but God. np1 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp, cc-acp pix vmb av vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 572 Page 167
3284 that is, it shall never be forgiven. Seeing then there is more in sinning against the holy Ghost then against the Father, that is, it shall never be forgiven. Seeing then there is more in sinning against the holy Ghost then against the Father, d vbz, pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn. vvg av pc-acp vbz av-dc p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1 av p-acp dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3266 Fifthly, The Spirit appoints to himselfe officers and ministers in the Church, therefore he is God, ( Acts 13.2.) The holy Ghost said, separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. Fifthly, The Spirit appoints to himself Officers and Ministers in the Church, Therefore he is God, (Acts 13.2.) The holy Ghost said, separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. ord, dt n1 vvz p-acp px31 ng2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vbz np1, (n2 crd.) dt j n1 vvd, vvb pno11 np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 573 Page 167
3267 Sixthly, The holy Ghost furnisheth those Officers whom he calleth with power and gifts, as he pleaseth, that they may be fit for the work or ministery of the Gospel (1 Cor: 12.8.11.) To one is given by the Spirit, the word of wisdome, to another the word of knowledge by the same Spirit, &c. But all these worketh that one and the selfe-same Spirit, dividing to every man severally as he will. Sixthly, The holy Ghost furnisheth those Officers whom he calls with power and Gifts, as he Pleases, that they may be fit for the work or Ministry of the Gospel (1 Cor: 12.8.11.) To one is given by the Spirit, the word of Wisdom, to Another the word of knowledge by the same Spirit, etc. But all these works that one and the selfsame Spirit, dividing to every man severally as he will. j, dt j n1 vvz d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n2, c-acp pns31 vvz, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 (vvd np1: crd.) p-acp crd vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j-jn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt d n1, av p-acp d d vvz d crd cc dt d n1, vvg p-acp d n1 av-j c-acp pns31 vmb. (11) chapter (DIV2) 574 Page 167
3268 Now, who can give wisdome and knowledge, who can give them prerogatively, following in this distribution, Now, who can give Wisdom and knowledge, who can give them prerogatively, following in this distribution, av, r-crq vmb vvi n1 cc n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno32 av-j, vvg p-acp d n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 574 Page 167
3269 or division of gifts, no rule, nor giving any other reason of it but his owne will, except God only? or division of Gifts, no Rule, nor giving any other reason of it but his own will, except God only? cc n1 pp-f n2, dx n1, ccx vvg d j-jn n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp np1 av-j? (11) chapter (DIV2) 574 Page 167
3270 Seventhly, The holy Ghost is sinned against; therefore he is God. Seventhly, The holy Ghost is sinned against; Therefore he is God. crd, dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp; av pns31 vbz np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 167
3271 Some, possibly may object and say, This is not a convincing or demonstrative argument, that the holy Ghost is God, because he is sinned against; some, possibly may Object and say, This is not a convincing or demonstrative argument, that the holy Ghost is God, Because he is sinned against; d, av-j vmb vvi cc vvi, d vbz xx dt j-vvg cc j n1, cst dt j n1 vbz np1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp; (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 167
3272 For man may sin against man. All second table sins are sins against our Neighbour; For man may sin against man. All second table Sins Are Sins against our Neighbour; c-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1. av-d vvb n1 n2 vbr n2 p-acp po12 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 167
3273 and the Apostle tells the Corinthians (1 Ep: 8.12.) that while they used their lawfull liberty in eating with offence, they sinned against the Brethren. I answer, Whosoever is properly sinned against is God, because God is the Law-giver. and the Apostle tells the Corinthians (1 Epistle: 8.12.) that while they used their lawful liberty in eating with offence, they sinned against the Brothers. I answer, Whosoever is properly sinned against is God, Because God is the Lawgiver. cc dt n1 vvz dt np1 (vvn n1: crd.) cst cs pns32 vvd po32 j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, pns32 vvn p-acp dt n2. pns11 vvb, r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp vbz np1, c-acp np1 vbz dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 167
3274 And, though many actions of men are direct wrongs to man, yet in every wrong done to man, God also is wronged, And, though many actions of men Are Direct wrongs to man, yet in every wrong done to man, God also is wronged, np1, cs d n2 pp-f n2 vbr j n2-jn p-acp n1, av p-acp d n-jn vdn p-acp n1, np1 av vbz vvn, (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 167
3275 and, in strict sence, he only is sinned against by man. and, in strict sense, he only is sinned against by man. cc, p-acp j n1, pns31 av-j vbz vvn p-acp p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 167
3276 For the reason why any action is a wrong to man, is because it is against some Law of God. For the reason why any actium is a wrong to man, is Because it is against Some Law of God. p-acp dt n1 c-crq d n1 vbz dt n-jn p-acp n1, vbz c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3277 And if to be sinned against in strict sence, be proper to God only; And if to be sinned against in strict sense, be proper to God only; cc cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j n1, vbb j p-acp np1 av-j; (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3278 then the argument stands good, that the Holy Spirit is God, because he is sinned against; then the argument Stands good, that the Holy Spirit is God, Because he is sinned against; av dt n1 vvz j, cst dt j n1 vbz np1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp; (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3279 especially, if we consider, that there is such an Emphasis put upon sinning against the holy Ghost in the holy Scripture (more if possible then upon sinning against the Father, especially, if we Consider, that there is such an Emphasis put upon sinning against the holy Ghost in the holy Scripture (more if possible then upon sinning against the Father, av-j, cs pns12 vvb, cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 (av-dc cs j av p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3280 or the Son) ( Math: 12.31.) Wherefore, I say unto you (saith Christ) All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men, or the Son) (Math: 12.31.) Wherefore, I say unto you (Says christ) All manner of since and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men, cc dt n1) (np1: crd.) c-crq, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 (vvz np1) d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3281 but the blasphemy against the holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men; but the blasphemy against the holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men; cc-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3282 As if he had said, Though you sin against the Father, and the Son, it shall be forgiven you, As if he had said, Though you sin against the Father, and the Son, it shall be forgiven you, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn pn22, (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3283 but if you sin against the holy Ghost it shall not be forgiven either in this world or in the world to come; but if you sin against the holy Ghost it shall not be forgiven either in this world or in the world to come; cc-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn av-d p-acp d n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3286 For though there is no degree or graduall difference in the deity, each person being coeternall, coequall, and consubstantiall; For though there is no degree or gradual difference in the deity, each person being coeternal, coequal, and consubstantial; p-acp cs pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, d n1 vbg j, j, cc j; (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3287 yet the Scripture attributes more in that case, as to the poynt of sinning against the holy Ghost, yet the Scripture attributes more in that case, as to the point of sinning against the holy Ghost, av dt n1 n2 av-dc p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3288 then to sinning against the Father, or the Son; therefore certainly the holy Ghost is God. then to sinning against the Father, or the Son; Therefore Certainly the holy Ghost is God. av p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1; av av-j dt j n1 vbz np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 575 Page 168
3289 Lastly, The holy Ghost is the object of divine worship; Lastly, The holy Ghost is the Object of divine worship; ord, dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 576 Page 168
3290 are not we baptized in the Name of the Father, Son, and holy Ghost? Is the Father, Are not we baptised in the Name of the Father, Son, and holy Ghost? Is the Father, vbr xx pns12 j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, cc j n1? vbz dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 576 Page 168
3291 and the Son God, and the holy Ghost not God, who is joyned with them in the same honour? Shall a creature come in competition with God? And doth not the Scripture or word of God, direct us to pray for grace from the Spirit as well as from the Father or the Son? (2 Cor: 13.13. and the Son God, and the holy Ghost not God, who is joined with them in the same honour? Shall a creature come in competition with God? And does not the Scripture or word of God, Direct us to pray for grace from the Spirit as well as from the Father or the Son? (2 Cor: 13.13. cc dt n1 np1, cc dt j n1 xx np1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt d n1? vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp np1? cc vdz xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1? (crd fw-la: crd. (11) chapter (DIV2) 576 Page 168
3292 Rev: 1.4.) Thus we see how full the Scripture is in giving the glory of the same workes upon us, Rev: 1.4.) Thus we see how full the Scripture is in giving the glory of the same works upon us, np1: crd.) av pns12 vvb c-crq av-j dt n1 vbz p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt d n2 p-acp pno12, (11) chapter (DIV2) 576 Page 168
3293 and of the same worship from us to the Spirit, as to the Father and the Son: and of the same worship from us to the Spirit, as to the Father and the Son: cc pp-f dt d n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1: (11) chapter (DIV2) 576 Page 168
3294 And therefore from all these premises we may conclude, That the Holy-Ghost with the Father and the Son, is God blessed and to be glorified for evermore. And Therefore from all these premises we may conclude, That the Holy ghost with the Father and the Son, is God blessed and to be glorified for evermore. cc av p-acp d d n2 pns12 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vbz np1 vvn cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av. (11) chapter (DIV2) 576 Page 168
3295 The Spirit of God hath made me, And the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. The Spirit of God hath made me, And the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 576 Page 168
3296 The words carry an allusion (as Interpreters generally agree) to that of Moses describing the creation of man ( Gen: 2.7.) And the Lord God formed man out of the dust of the earth, The words carry an allusion (as Interpreters generally agree) to that of Moses describing the creation of man (Gen: 2.7.) And the Lord God formed man out of the dust of the earth, dt n2 vvb dt n1 (c-acp n2 av-j vvb) p-acp d pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) cc dt n1 np1 vvn n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 168
3297 and breathed into his nostrills the breath of life, and man became a living soule. Elihu speakes neere in the same forme, fully to the same effect; and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living soul. Elihu speaks near in the same Form, Fully to the same Effect; cc vvd p-acp po31 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vvd dt j-vvg n1. np1 vvz av-j p-acp dt d n1, av-j p-acp dt d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3298 The breath of the Almighty hath given me life, or, enlivened me; As if he had sayd, That soule which the Lord hath breathed into me, hath made me live. The breath of the Almighty hath given me life, or, enlivened me; As if he had said, That soul which the Lord hath breathed into me, hath made me live. dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1, cc, vvn pno11; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cst n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno11, vhz vvn pno11 vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3299 The soule of man may be called the breath of the Almighty, because the Almighty is expressed infusing it into man at first by breathing. The soul of man may be called the breath of the Almighty, Because the Almighty is expressed infusing it into man At First by breathing. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, c-acp dt j-jn vbz vvn vvg pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp ord p-acp vvg. (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3300 And therefore the word Neshamah, which properly signifies the breath, doth also by a Metonymie of the effect signifie the soule it selfe which causeth breathing. And Therefore the word Neshamah, which properly signifies the breath, does also by a Metonymy of the Effect signify the soul it self which Causes breathing. cc av dt n1 np1, r-crq av-j vvz dt n1, vdz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvi dt n1 pn31 n1 q-crq vvz vvg. (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3301 Thus our translaters render it ( Isa: 57.16.) I (saith the Lord) will not contend for ever, Thus our translators render it (Isaiah: 57.16.) I (Says the Lord) will not contend for ever, av po12 n2 vvb pn31 (np1: crd.) pns11 (vvz dt n1) vmb xx vvi p-acp av, (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3302 neither will I be alwayes wroth, for the spirit should faile before me, and the soules which I have made. neither will I be always wroth, for the Spirit should fail before me, and the Souls which I have made. dx vmb pns11 vbi av j, p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno11, cc dt n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3303 As the soule of man was breathed in by God, so the soule is that by which man breathes. As the soul of man was breathed in by God, so the soul is that by which man breathes. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp np1, av dt n1 vbz d p-acp r-crq n1 vvz. (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3304 Breath and soule come and goe together. Breath and soul come and go together. n1 cc n1 vvb cc vvi av. (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3305 Some comparing the originall word (Shamaijm) for the heavens, with this word (Neshamah) which here we translate breath, take notice of their neere affinity, intimating that the soule of man is of a heavenly pedegree, or comes from heaven; some comparing the original word (Shamaijm) for the heavens, with this word (Neshamah) which Here we translate breath, take notice of their near affinity, intimating that the soul of man is of a heavenly pedigree, or comes from heaven; d vvg dt j-jn n1 (np1) p-acp dt n2, p-acp d n1 (np1) r-crq av pns12 vvb vvi, vvb n1 pp-f po32 j n1, vvg cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pp-f dt j n1, cc vvz p-acp n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3306 yea the latine word (mens) signifying the mind, is of the same consonant letters with the Hebrew Neshamah, and, yea the latin word (men's) signifying the mind, is of the same consonant letters with the Hebrew Neshamah, and, uh dt jp n1 (ng2) vvg dt n1, vbz pp-f dt d j n2 p-acp dt njp np1, cc, (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3307 as some conceive, is derived from it. as Some conceive, is derived from it. c-acp d vvb, vbz vvn p-acp pn31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 577 Page 169
3308 So then, I take these words, The breath of the Almighty, as a description of that part of man which is opposed to his body; So then, I take these words, The breath of the Almighty, as a description of that part of man which is opposed to his body; av av, pns11 vvb d n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 578 Page 169
3309 The Spirit of God hath made me; The Spirit of God hath made me; dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11; (11) chapter (DIV2) 578 Page 169
3310 that is, hath set me up as a man, in humane shape, And the breath of the Almighty hath given me life; that is, hath Set me up as a man, in humane shape, And the breath of the Almighty hath given me life; cst vbz, vhz vvn pno11 a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 578 Page 169
3311 that is, this soule which the Almighty hath breathed into me, hath made me a living man, ready for any humane act, that is, this soul which the Almighty hath breathed into me, hath made me a living man, ready for any humane act, cst vbz, d n1 r-crq dt j-jn vhz vvn p-acp pno11, vhz vvn pno11 dt j-vvg n1, j p-acp d j n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 578 Page 169
3312 or (as Moses speakes) God breathing into my nostrills the breath of life, I became a living soule. Hence observe. or (as Moses speaks) God breathing into my nostrils the breath of life, I became a living soul. Hence observe. cc (c-acp np1 vvz) np1 vvg p-acp po11 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvd dt j-vvg n1. av vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 578 Page 169
3313 First, The soule of man floweth immediately from God. 'Tis the breath of God; not that God liveth by breathing; First, The soul of man flows immediately from God. It's the breath of God; not that God lives by breathing; ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av-j p-acp np1. pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; xx cst np1 vvz p-acp vvg; (11) chapter (DIV2) 579 Page 169
3314 the way of his life is infinitely above our apprehension; But 'tis cleare in Scripture, That the Almighty breathed into man the powers of life. the Way of his life is infinitely above our apprehension; But it's clear in Scripture, That the Almighty breathed into man the Powers of life. dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz av-j p-acp po12 n1; cc-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp n1, cst dt j-jn vvn p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 169
3315 And therefore he is called (by way of Eminence) The father of spirits, (Heb: 12.9.) For though the Almighty is rightly entituled the Father of the whole man, And Therefore he is called (by Way of Eminence) The father of spirits, (Hebrew: 12.9.) For though the Almighty is rightly entitled the Father of the Whole man, cc av pns31 vbz vvn (p-acp n1 pp-f n1) dt n1 pp-f n2, (n1: crd.) p-acp cs dt j-jn vbz av-jn vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 169
3316 though both body and soule are the worke of God, yet he is in a further sence, the father of our spirits, though both body and soul Are the work of God, yet he is in a further sense, the father of our spirits, cs d n1 cc n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vbz p-acp dt jc n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 169
3317 or soules, then of our bodyes. or Souls, then of our bodies. cc n2, av pp-f po12 n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 169
3318 And here Solomon shewing how man is disposed of when these two are separated by death, saith ( Eccl: 12.7.) Then shall the dust (that is, the body) returne to the earth as it was, And Here Solomon showing how man is disposed of when these two Are separated by death, Says (Ecclesiastes: 12.7.) Then shall the dust (that is, the body) return to the earth as it was, cc av np1 vvg c-crq n1 vbz vvn pp-f c-crq d crd vbr vvn p-acp n1, vvz (np1: crd.) av vmb dt n1 (cst vbz, dt n1) n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbds, (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 170
3319 and the spirit (that is, the soule) shall returne to God who gave it. and the Spirit (that is, the soul) shall return to God who gave it. cc dt n1 (cst vbz, dt n1) vmb vvi p-acp np1 r-crq vvd pn31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 170
3320 The body is the gift of God, but the body is not the breath of God, it is not such an immediate gift of God as the soule is; The body is the gift of God, but the body is not the breath of God, it is not such an immediate gift of God as the soul is; dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz xx d dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vbz; (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 170
3321 when the body of man was made at first, God tooke the dust of the earth and formed his body out of it, when the body of man was made At First, God took the dust of the earth and formed his body out of it, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp ord, np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvd po31 n1 av pp-f pn31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 170
3322 but when he gave him a soule, he breathed that from himselfe; but when he gave him a soul, he breathed that from himself; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 dt n1, pns31 vvd cst p-acp px31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 170
3323 it was an immediate effect of Gods power, not dealing with, nor working upon any prae-existing matter. it was an immediate Effect of God's power, not dealing with, nor working upon any preexisting matter. pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, xx vvg p-acp, ccx vvg p-acp d j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 170
3324 The spirit or soule of man is purely of God, solely of God. And hence we may inferre. The Spirit or soul of man is purely of God, solely of God. And hence we may infer. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j pp-f np1, av-j pp-f np1. cc av pns12 vmb vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 580 Page 170
3325 First, Then the soule is not a vapour, arising from the crasis or temperament of the body, First, Then the soul is not a vapour, arising from the crasis or temperament of the body, ord, cs dt n1 vbz xx dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 581 Page 170
3327 Secondly, Then the soule of man is not traduced from the parents in generation, as many learned men affirme, especially, to ease themselves of those difficulties about the conveyance of originall sin or defilement into the soule. Secondly, Then the soul of man is not traduced from the Parents in generation, as many learned men affirm, especially, to ease themselves of those difficulties about the conveyance of original since or defilement into the soul. ord, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, c-acp d j n2 vvi, av-j, pc-acp vvi px32 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 582 Page 170
3328 Thirdly, We may hence also inferre, then the soule is not corruptible; it is an immortall substance. Thirdly, We may hence also infer, then the soul is not corruptible; it is an immortal substance. ord, pns12 vmb av av vvi, cs dt n1 vbz xx j; pn31 vbz dt j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3329 How can that be corruptible or mortall, which hath its rise (as I may say) immediately from God, How can that be corruptible or Mortal, which hath its rise (as I may say) immediately from God, q-crq vmb d vbi j cc j-jn, r-crq vhz po31 n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) av-j p-acp np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3330 or is breathed in by the Almighty, who is altogether incorruptible and immortal. And whereas there is a twofold incorruptibility; or is breathed in by the Almighty, who is altogether incorruptible and immortal. And whereas there is a twofold incorruptibility; cc vbz vvn p-acp p-acp dt j-jn, r-crq vbz av j cc j. cc cs pc-acp vbz dt j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3331 First, by divine ordination, that is, God appoynts such a thing shall not corrupt, and therefore it doth not; First, by divine ordination, that is, God appoints such a thing shall not corrupt, and Therefore it does not; ord, p-acp j-jn n1, cst vbz, np1 vvz d dt n1 vmb xx vvi, cc av pn31 vdz xx; (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3332 so the body of man in it's first creation was incorruptible, for though it were in it selfe corruptible, being made out of the earth, so the body of man in it's First creation was incorruptible, for though it were in it self corruptible, being made out of the earth, av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31|vbz ord n1 vbds j, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr p-acp pn31 n1 j, vbg vvn av pp-f dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3333 yet by the appoyntment of God, if man had continued in his integrity he had not dyed. yet by the appointment of God, if man had continued in his integrity he had not died. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs n1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vhd xx vvn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3334 And therefore it is said, By sin came death; yea doubtlesse if God should command and appoynt the meanest worme that moves upon the earth to live for ever, And Therefore it is said, By since Come death; yea doubtless if God should command and appoint the Meanest worm that moves upon the earth to live for ever, cc av pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp n1 vvd n1; uh av-j cs np1 vmd vvi cc vvi dt js n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av, (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3335 or the most fading flower that groweth out of the earth to flourish for ever, both the one and the other would doe so. or the most fading flower that grows out of the earth to flourish for ever, both the one and the other would do so. cc dt av-ds j-vvg n1 cst vvz av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av, d dt crd cc dt n-jn vmd vdi av. (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3336 Secondly, there is an incorruptibility in some things, not meerely by a law or appoyntment of God, Secondly, there is an incorruptibility in Some things, not merely by a law or appointment of God, ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3337 but as from that intrinsecall nature, which God hath bestowed upon them, and implanted in them. but as from that intrinsical nature, which God hath bestowed upon them, and implanted in them. cc-acp c-acp p-acp cst j n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvn p-acp pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3338 Thus the Angels are immortall, they have an incorruptible nature, and likewise the soule of man, being breathed from the Almighty, is in it's owne nature incorruptible; Thus the Angels Are immortal, they have an incorruptible nature, and likewise the soul of man, being breathed from the Almighty, is in it's own nature incorruptible; av dt n2 vbr j, pns32 vhb dt j n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1, vbg vvn p-acp dt j-jn, vbz p-acp pn31|vbz d n1 j; (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 170
3339 it hath naturally no seedes of dissolution in it, because no contrariety, no contrary qualities in it, it hath naturally no seeds of dissolution in it, Because no contrariety, no contrary qualities in it, pn31 vhz av-j av-dx n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp dx n1, dx j-jn n2 p-acp pn31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 171
3340 as all bodyes or corporeall substances have. as all bodies or corporeal substances have. c-acp d n2 cc j n2 vhb. (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 171
3341 I know the Apostle saith (1 Tim: 6.16.) God only hath immortality; it's true, he only hath it in himselfe independently, originally; I know the Apostle Says (1 Tim: 6.16.) God only hath immortality; it's true, he only hath it in himself independently, originally; pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz (vvd np1: crd.) np1 av-j vhz n1; pn31|vbz j, pns31 av-j vhz pn31 p-acp px31 av-j, av-j; (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 171
3342 but he derives and gives it as a talent to some creatures in a way of dependance upon himselfe. Secondly, Observe. but he derives and gives it as a talon to Some creatures in a Way of dependence upon himself. Secondly, Observe. cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31. ord, vvb. (11) chapter (DIV2) 583 Page 171
3343 The soule brings in the life of the body, The life of man. What is the body without the soule, but a lumpe of clay; The soul brings in the life of the body, The life of man. What is the body without the soul, but a lump of clay; dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 584 Page 171
3344 As soone as ever the soule departs, life departs, man dyeth and becomes a putrifying carkasse; As soon as ever the soul departs, life departs, man Dies and becomes a Putrifying carcase; c-acp av c-acp av dt n1 vvz, n1 vvz, n1 vvz cc vvz dt n-vvg n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 585 Page 171
3345 yet such is the folly of most men, that all their care is for the life of the body, which is (at best) a dying life, they utterly neglect the soule, which, yet such is the folly of most men, that all their care is for the life of the body, which is (At best) a dying life, they utterly neglect the soul, which, av d vbz dt n1 pp-f ds n2, cst d po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz (p-acp av-js) dt vvg n1, pns32 av-j vvi dt n1, r-crq, (11) chapter (DIV2) 585 Page 171
3346 as it is the life of the body, so it selfe never dyeth. as it is the life of the body, so it self never Dies. c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pn31 n1 av-x vvz. (11) chapter (DIV2) 585 Page 171
3347 The soule is the Jewell, the body is but the Cabinet, the soule is the kernel, the body is but the shell. The soul is the Jewel, the body is but the Cabinet, the soul is the kernel, the body is but the shell. dt n1 vbz dt n1, dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz dt n1, dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 585 Page 171
3348 Will you be sollicitous, about a Cabinet, and a shell, and slight the Jewel, or throw away the kernel? Will you take care of that which liveth, the body, Will you be solicitous, about a Cabinet, and a shell, and slight the Jewel, or throw away the kernel? Will you take care of that which lives, the body, n1 pn22 vbi j, p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc j dt n1, cc vvb av dt n1? n1 pn22 vvi n1 pp-f d r-crq vvz, dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 585 Page 171
3349 and will you not take care of that which holds your life, the soule? Againe, Note. and will you not take care of that which holds your life, the soul? Again, Note. cc vmb pn22 xx vvi n1 pp-f d r-crq vvz po22 n1, dt n1? av, n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 585 Page 171
3350 Life is the gift of God. Life is the gift of God. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 586 Page 171
3351 If the soule which is the cause of life in man, be of God, then the life of man is of God also. If the soul which is the cause of life in man, be of God, then the life of man is of God also. cs dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vbb pp-f np1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pp-f np1 av. (11) chapter (DIV2) 587 Page 171
3352 The cause of the cause is the cause of the effect or thing caused. The cause of the cause is the cause of the Effect or thing caused. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vvd. (11) chapter (DIV2) 587 Page 171
3353 But we need not argue it from Logick rules, Scripture testimony being so aboundant in this thing. ( Acts 17.25.) He giveth to all, life and breath, and all things. But we need not argue it from Logic rules, Scripture testimony being so abundant in this thing. (Acts 17.25.) He gives to all, life and breath, and all things. cc-acp pns12 vvb xx vvi pn31 p-acp n1 vvz, n1 n1 vbg av j p-acp d n1. (n2 crd.) pns31 vvz p-acp d, n1 cc n1, cc d n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 587 Page 171
3354 And ( v. 28.) In him we live and move and have our being. Spirituall and eternall life, are the gift of God, so also is naturall life. And if so, Then First, Live to God; And (v. 28.) In him we live and move and have our being. Spiritual and Eternal life, Are the gift of God, so also is natural life. And if so, Then First, Live to God; cc (n1 crd) p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb cc vvi cc vhb po12 n1. j cc j n1, vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, av av vbz j n1. cc cs av, cs ord, vvb p-acp np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 587 Page 171
3355 Secondly, Seeing God gives us life, we should be willing to give our lives to God. Secondly, Seeing God gives us life, we should be willing to give our lives to God. ord, vvg np1 vvz pno12 n1, pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 588 Page 171
3356 Yea Thirdly, We should therefore be ready to give up, or rather to lay downe our lives for God. Yea Thirdly, We should Therefore be ready to give up, or rather to lay down our lives for God. uh ord, pns12 vmd av vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc av-c pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 588 Page 171
3357 And as we should give up our lives to God when he calls for them by natural death, And as we should give up our lives to God when he calls for them by natural death, cc c-acp pns12 vmd vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 588 Page 171
3358 so we should give up our lives for God, when he calls us to beare witness to his name and truth by violent death. so we should give up our lives for God, when he calls us to bear witness to his name and truth by violent death. av pns12 vmd vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 588 Page 171
3359 I shall yet take notice of one thing further, before I passe from this verse; I shall yet take notice of one thing further, before I pass from this verse; pns11 vmb av vvi n1 pp-f crd n1 av-jc, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 589 Page 172
3360 The Spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. The Spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life. dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 589 Page 172
3361 Some, upon good grounds, referre the first clause; The Spirit of God hath made me, to the creation both of soule and body; some, upon good grounds, refer the First clause; The Spirit of God hath made me, to the creation both of soul and body; d, p-acp j n2, vvb dt ord n1; dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3362 and the second or latter clause, the breath of the Almighty hath given me life, to that quickning which we receive by the Spirit to the duties whereinto we are called in this life. and the second or latter clause, the breath of the Almighty hath given me life, to that quickening which we receive by the Spirit to the duties whereinto we Are called in this life. cc dt ord cc d n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1, p-acp d j-vvg r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3363 The breath of the Almighty hath given me life; that is, hath fitted and prepared me for the severall offices and services of life. The breath of the Almighty hath given me life; that is, hath fitted and prepared me for the several Offices and services of life. dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1; d vbz, vhz vvn cc vvn pno11 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3364 As if Elihu had sayd, The Spirit of God hath not only made me a man, As if Elihu had said, The Spirit of God hath not only made me a man, p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz xx av-j vvn pno11 dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3365 but a man for worke, yea the Spirit of God hath quickned me to the present worke and businesse I am come about. but a man for work, yea the Spirit of God hath quickened me to the present work and business I am come about. cc-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, uh dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pns11 vbm vvn a-acp. (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3366 Thus, life imports not only spirituall life in the being of it, but all the furniture, ornaments, Thus, life imports not only spiritual life in the being of it, but all the furniture, Ornament, av, n1 vvz xx av-j j n1 p-acp dt vbg pp-f pn31, cc-acp d dt n1, n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3367 and abilities of a spirituall life. and abilities of a spiritual life. cc n2 pp-f dt j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3412 and as a man indowed by the Spirit of God, I have a capability to direct thee about the wayes of God, and as a man endowed by the Spirit of God, I have a capability to Direct thee about the ways of God, cc c-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3368 The Septuagint render this profession made by Elihu expressely, to this sence, holding out a strong assurance which Elihu had, that God had both called and prepared him for the service he was come about and engaged in. The septuagint render this profession made by Elihu expressly, to this sense, holding out a strong assurance which Elihu had, that God had both called and prepared him for the service he was come about and engaged in. dt n1 vvb d n1 vvn p-acp np1 av-j, p-acp d n1, vvg av dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhd, cst np1 vhd av-d vvn cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbds vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp. (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3369 The Spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath instructed me. The Spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath instructed me. dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11. (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3370 Another of the Greek Interpreters speaks as much; another of the Greek Interpreters speaks as much; j-jn pp-f dt jp n2 vvz a-acp av-d; (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3371 I am not ignorant, that of my selfe I am able to doe nothing, but I have received this power from God; I am not ignorant, that of my self I am able to do nothing, but I have received this power from God; pns11 vbm xx j, cst pp-f po11 n1 pns11 vbm j pc-acp vdi pix, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3372 As if Elihu had said, The Spirit of the Almighty hath quickned me to this worke I am now upon, As if Elihu had said, The Spirit of the Almighty hath quickened me to this work I am now upon, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 p-acp d n1 pns11 vbm av p-acp, (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3373 and taught me what both to say and doe in thy case, O Job. Hence note. and taught me what both to say and do in thy case, Oh Job. Hence note. cc vvd pno11 r-crq d pc-acp vvi cc vdb p-acp po21 n1, uh np1. av vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 590 Page 172
3374 God giveth not only the life of nature unto men, but he fits them for all the duties, and services of this life. God gives not only the life of nature unto men, but he fits them for all the duties, and services of this life. np1 vvz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d dt n2, cc n2 pp-f d n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 591 Page 172
3375 We, indeed, are scarcely to be reckoned among the living, if we have no more but a naturall life; We, indeed, Are scarcely to be reckoned among the living, if we have no more but a natural life; pns12, av, vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg, cs pns12 vhb dx dc p-acp dt j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 172
3376 what is it to be able to eate and drinke, to heare, and see, and speake; what is it to be able to eat and drink, to hear, and see, and speak; q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 172
3377 unlesse we have more then this, we deserve not to be numbred or written among the living; unless we have more then this, we deserve not to be numbered or written among the living; cs pns12 vhb dc cs d, pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n-vvg; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 172
3378 we are upon the matter, but dead lumps, and clods of clay. we Are upon the matter, but dead lumps, and clods of clay. pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc-acp j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 172
3379 It is the breath of the Almighty that quickens us and superadds ability to doe good, that frames, fashions, It is the breath of the Almighty that quickens us and superadds ability to do good, that frames, fashions, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cst vvz pno12 cc vvz n1 pc-acp vdi j, cst vvz, n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 172
3380 and fits us for every good word, and worke; This is the life of man; and fits us for every good word, and work; This is the life of man; cc vvz pno12 p-acp d j n1, cc vvi; d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 172
3381 when a man is fitted for duty, and service, when he is furnished for imployment, to stand God, when a man is fitted for duty, and service, when he is furnished for employment, to stand God, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 172
3382 and his Brethren in some stead while he is in this world, then he lives. and his Brothers in Some stead while he is in this world, then he lives. cc po31 n2 p-acp d n1 cs pns31 vbz p-acp d n1, cs pns31 vvz. (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 172
3383 The motions, impulses and influences, the teachings and guidings of the Spirit of God, are the life of our lives. The motions, impulses and influences, the teachings and guidings of the Spirit of God, Are the life of our lives. dt n2, n2 cc n2, dt n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3384 We can doe nothing of our selves, till the Almighty bestows a new life upon us; We can do nothing of our selves, till the Almighty bestows a new life upon us; pns12 vmb vdi pix pp-f po12 n2, c-acp dt j-jn vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno12; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3385 and as we can doe nothing at all in spiritualls, till he gives us a new life, and as we can do nothing At all in spirituals, till he gives us a new life, cc c-acp pns12 vmb vdi pix p-acp d p-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 dt j n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3386 so we can do nothing to purpose till the Spirit acts & stirres up that life in us. so we can do nothing to purpose till the Spirit acts & stirs up that life in us. av pns12 vmb vdi pix p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12. (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3387 It is the Spirit who first bestows; Secondly, encreaseth; Thirdly, excites our spirituall life, & puts the new creature into motion. It is the Spirit who First bestows; Secondly, increases; Thirdly, excites our spiritual life, & puts the new creature into motion. pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq ord vvz; ord, vvz; ord, vvz po12 j n1, cc vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3388 All our good thoughts and holy actings, all our uprightnesse and sincerity, all our strength and ability flow from the Spirit; All our good thoughts and holy actings, all our uprightness and sincerity, all our strength and ability flow from the Spirit; av-d po12 j n2 cc j n2, d po12 n1 cc n1, d po12 n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3389 untill the holy Spirit workes in us, we sit still; and when the Spirit worketh, we must not sit still; until the holy Spirit works in us, we fit still; and when the Spirit works, we must not fit still; c-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb av; cc c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns12 vmb xx vvi av; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3411 as to creation, and I am not altogether voyd of instruction; and therefore as a man I have a possibility to understand reason; as to creation, and I am not altogether void of instruction; and Therefore as a man I have a possibility to understand reason; c-acp p-acp n1, cc pns11 vbm xx av j pp-f n1; cc av c-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3390 I (saith the Apostle, Rom: 15.18.) will not dare to speak of any of those things, which Christ hath not wrought by me, to make the Gentiles obedient by word, and deed; I (Says the Apostle, Rom: 15.18.) will not Dare to speak of any of those things, which christ hath not wrought by me, to make the Gentiles obedient by word, and deed; pns11 (vvz dt n1, np1: crd.) vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f d pp-f d n2, r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi dt n2-j j p-acp n1, cc n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3391 As if he had sayd, My owne workes are not worth the naming, I will not so much as mention any thing that Christ hath not wrought in me by the Spirit; As if he had said, My own works Are not worth the naming, I will not so much as mention any thing that christ hath not wrought in me by the Spirit; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, po11 d n2 vbr xx j dt n-vvg, pns11 vmb xx av av-d c-acp vvi d n1 cst np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3392 That was a mighty worke which he was enabled to doe, to make the Gentiles obedient in word, and deed. That was a mighty work which he was enabled to do, to make the Gentiles obedient in word, and deed. cst vbds dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi dt n2-j j p-acp n1, cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3393 Christ did not leave him to doe it in his owne power. The breath of the Almighty enabled him; christ did not leave him to do it in his own power. The breath of the Almighty enabled him; np1 vdd xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp po31 d n1. dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvd pno31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3394 and so he doth all those that are able and willing, ready for and successefull in any such holy worke. and so he does all those that Are able and willing, ready for and successful in any such holy work. cc av pns31 vdz d d cst vbr j cc j, j p-acp cc j p-acp d d j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 592 Page 173
3395 Let us therefore ascribe all to his working and quickening; Let us Therefore ascribe all to his working and quickening; vvb pno12 av vvi d p-acp po31 n-vvg cc j-vvg; (11) chapter (DIV2) 593 Page 173
3396 let us set down our severall Items of receit in our account-books, confessing that we have nothing of our own. let us Set down our several Items of receipt in our account-books, confessing that we have nothing of our own. vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po12 j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvg cst pns12 vhb pix pp-f po12 d. (11) chapter (DIV2) 593 Page 173
3397 This gift, that grace, that ability to doe, to speake, to suffer, to act, we have received from him. This gift, that grace, that ability to do, to speak, to suffer, to act, we have received from him. d n1, cst n1, cst n1 pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pno31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 593 Page 173
3398 Let the whole Inventory of our soules riches, have Gods name written upon it, and ascribed to his praise alone. Let the Whole Inventory of our Souls riches, have God's name written upon it, and ascribed to his praise alone. vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2 n2, vhb n2 n1 vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1 av-j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 593 Page 173
3399 And if we thus uncloath our selves, by giving God the glory of all, we shall loose nothing by it, And if we thus unclothe our selves, by giving God the glory of all, we shall lose nothing by it, cc cs pns12 av vvb po12 n2, p-acp vvg np1 dt n1 pp-f d, pns12 vmb vvi pix p-acp pn31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 593 Page 173
3400 for God will apparrell and furnish us, deck and adorne us better every day. The poorer we are in our selves, the richer will he make us. for God will apparel and furnish us, deck and adorn us better every day. The Poorer we Are in our selves, the Richer will he make us. c-acp np1 vmb n1 cc vvi pno12, n1 cc vvi pno12 vvi d n1. dt jc pns12 vbr p-acp po12 n2, dt jc vmb pns31 vvi pno12. (11) chapter (DIV2) 593 Page 173
3401 To be thus diminish't is the best way to our encrease. To be thus diminished is the best Way to our increase. pc-acp vbi av vvn vbz dt js n1 p-acp po12 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 593 Page 173
3402 'Tis the breath of the Almighty that teacheth us, and if we can but humbly enough, that is, heattily acknowledge it, we shall be taught and learne enough. It's the breath of the Almighty that Teaches us, and if we can but humbly enough, that is, heattily acknowledge it, we shall be taught and Learn enough. pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cst vvz pno12, cc cs pns12 vmb p-acp av-j av-d, cst vbz, av-j vvb pn31, pns12 vmb vbi vvn cc vvi av-d. (11) chapter (DIV2) 593 Page 173
3403 So much of these words as they are a direct assertion. So much of these words as they Are a Direct assertion. av d pp-f d n2 c-acp pns32 vbr dt j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 594 Page 173
3404 I shall consider them a little in their connection, and reference both to what went before, I shall Consider them a little in their connection, and Referente both to what went before, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 dt j p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 av-d p-acp r-crq vvd a-acp, (11) chapter (DIV2) 594 Page 173
3405 and to that which follows after; which was the second consideration of this verse at first proposed, and to that which follows After; which was the second consideration of this verse At First proposed, cc p-acp d r-crq vvz a-acp; r-crq vbds dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp ord vvn, (11) chapter (DIV2) 594 Page 173
3406 First, This verse may be connected with the three former verses, and then the sence appeareth thus; First, This verse may be connected with the three former Verses, and then the sense appears thus; ord, d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt crd j n2, cc av dt n1 vvz av; (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 173
3407 As if Elihu had sayd, O Job, I have moved thee to heare me patiently, and attentively, and let it not seeme grievous to thee to doe soe; As if Elihu had said, Oh Job, I have moved thee to hear me patiently, and attentively, and let it not seem grievous to thee to do so; c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, uh np1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 pc-acp vvi pno11 av-j, cc av-j, cc vvb pn31 xx vvi j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vdi av; (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3408 For, though I am thy inferiour in age, and degree, yet I am a man as well as thou, For, though I am thy inferior in age, and degree, yet I am a man as well as thou, c-acp, cs pns11 vbm po21 j-jn p-acp n1, cc n1, av pns11 vbm dt n1 c-acp av c-acp pns21, (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3409 and I have a soule and body like thine, yea the Spirit of God that made me, hath also furnished me; and I have a soul and body like thine, yea the Spirit of God that made me, hath also furnished me; cc pns11 vhb dt n1 cc n1 av-j png21, uh dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvd pno11, vhz av vvn pno11; (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3410 I have rceeived ability from God as thou hast, I stand upon even ground, or equall termes with thee, I have rceeived ability from God as thou hast, I stand upon even ground, or equal terms with thee, pns11 vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1 c-acp pns21 vh2, pns11 vvb p-acp j n1, cc j-jn n2 p-acp pno21, (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3414 Thou hast been long under the hand of God, and long in the hands of men, who have rather entangled and troubled thy mind then eased it; Thou hast been long under the hand of God, and long in the hands of men, who have rather entangled and troubled thy mind then eased it; pns21 vh2 vbn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vhb av vvn cc vvn po21 n1 av vvn pn31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3415 who knowes but that I, who all this while have been but a looker on, may see somewhat in thy case, which hath hitherto been hid from thy former undertakers. who knows but that I, who all this while have been but a looker on, may see somewhat in thy case, which hath hitherto been hid from thy former undertakers. r-crq vvz cc-acp cst pns11, r-crq d d n1 vhb vbn p-acp dt n1 a-acp, vmb vvi av p-acp po21 n1, r-crq vhz av vbn vvn p-acp po21 j n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3416 Therefore pray favour me (it may prove in the issue a favour to thy selfe) with an houre or two of patient attention. Take this note from it. Therefore pray favour me (it may prove in the issue a favour to thy self) with an hour or two of patient attention. Take this note from it. av vvb vvb pno11 (pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n1 p-acp po21 n1) p-acp dt n1 cc crd pp-f j n1. vvb d n1 p-acp pn31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3417 The consideration of our common originall, that we have all one maker, or are all come out of the hand of God, should make us willing to heare, and learne of one another. Thus Elihu argueth; The consideration of our Common original, that we have all one maker, or Are all come out of the hand of God, should make us willing to hear, and Learn of one Another. Thus Elihu argue; dt n1 pp-f po12 j n-jn, cst pns12 vhb d crd n1, cc vbr d vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd vvi pno12 j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pp-f pi j-jn. av np1 vvz; (11) chapter (DIV2) 595 Page 174
3418 Heare me; why? Because the Spirit of God hath made me, as well as thee; Hear me; why? Because the Spirit of God hath made me, as well as thee; vvb pno11; c-crq? p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, c-acp av c-acp pno21; (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3419 doe not despise what I have to say, as if you were a man of another mould, do not despise what I have to say, as if you were a man of Another mould, vdb xx vvi r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi, c-acp cs pn22 vbdr dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3420 or pedigree, the same God, out of the same matter, by the same Word, and Spirit, hath form'd us both. or pedigree, the same God, out of the same matter, by the same Word, and Spirit, hath formed us both. cc n1, dt d np1, av pp-f dt d n1, p-acp dt d n1, cc n1, vhz vvn pno12 d. (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3421 Some pictures are more highly prized then others of the same person, because drawne by a better hand, by An Apelles, or A Michael Angelo. The fame of the Artist or workman puts a value upon the worke; some pictures Are more highly prized then Others of the same person, Because drawn by a better hand, by an Apelles, or A Michael Angelo. The fame of the Artist or workman puts a valve upon the work; d n2 vbr av-dc av-j vvn av ng2-jn pp-f dt d n1, c-acp vvn p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp dt np1, cc dt np1 np1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3422 And the title of the Authour doth sometimes commend a piece more then, in truth, either the forme or matter. And the title of the Author does sometime commend a piece more then, in truth, either the Form or matter. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz av vvi dt n1 av-dc av, p-acp n1, d dt n1 cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3423 But come among the sons of men, all their faces and features are drawne by one hand; But come among the Sons of men, all their faces and features Are drawn by one hand; cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, d po32 n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp crd n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3424 The same most exact hand of God hath wrought and fashioned them all, both as to their outside, The same most exact hand of God hath wrought and fashioned them all, both as to their outside, dt d av-ds j n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn cc vvd pno32 d, av-d c-acp p-acp po32 n1-an, (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3425 and inside, both as to the forme of these houses of clay, and as to all the ornaments and beautifyings of them. and inside, both as to the Form of these houses of clay, and as to all the Ornament and beautifyings of them. cc av-an, av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, cc c-acp p-acp d dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3426 As we all walke upon the same earth, drinke out of the same water, breath in the same ayre, As we all walk upon the same earth, drink out of the same water, breath in the same air, c-acp pns12 d vvb p-acp dt d n1, vvb av pp-f dt d n1, n1 p-acp dt d n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3427 as we are all covered with the same Canopy of heaven, and lighted with the same Sun, as we Are all covered with the same Canopy of heaven, and lighted with the same Sun, c-acp pns12 vbr d vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd p-acp dt d n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 174
3428 so we are all made with the same hand; The Spirit of God hath made one as well as another; so we Are all made with the same hand; The Spirit of God hath made one as well as Another; av pns12 vbr d vvd p-acp dt d n1; dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pi c-acp av c-acp j-jn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3429 This man hath not had a better pencill nor a more skilfull Limner then that. This man hath not had a better pencil nor a more skilful Limner then that. d n1 vhz xx vhn dt jc n1 ccx dt av-dc j n1 av d. (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3430 Thus we may argue from the common condition of man in nature, to a mutuall condiscension among men. Thus we may argue from the Common condition of man in nature, to a mutual condescension among men. av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3431 Indeed Christians, who have higher principles, have also higher topicks & arguments then that, why they should condescend one to another; Indeed Christians, who have higher principles, have also higher topics & Arguments then that, why they should condescend one to Another; np1 np1, r-crq vhb jc n2, vhb av jc n2 cc n2 av cst, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi pi p-acp n-jn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3432 and (as the Apostle directs, Eph: 4.4, 5, 6.) Keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace. and (as the Apostle directs, Ephesians: 4.4, 5, 6.) Keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace. cc (c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1: crd, crd, crd) vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3433 Saints should be lowly and meeke with long-suffering, forbearing one another in love, (as the Apostle there exhorts) not only because one hand hath made all their bodyes, Saints should be lowly and meek with long-suffering, forbearing one Another in love, (as the Apostle there exhorts) not only Because one hand hath made all their bodies, n2 vmd vbi j cc j p-acp j, vvg pi j-jn p-acp n1, (c-acp dt n1 a-acp vvz) xx av-j c-acp crd n1 vhz vvn d po32 n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3434 but because they are one body; though they are many naturall bodyes, yet one mysticall body; but Because they Are one body; though they Are many natural bodies, yet one mystical body; cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr crd n1; cs pns32 vbr d j n2, av crd j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3435 There is one body, and one spirit; As one Spirit hath made them, so they are made one spirit; There is one body, and one Spirit; As one Spirit hath made them, so they Are made one Spirit; a-acp vbz crd n1, cc crd n1; p-acp crd n1 vhz vvn pno32, av pns32 vbr vvn crd n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3436 There is also (as it followeth) one hope, one Lord, one faith, one Baptisme, one God, There is also (as it follows) one hope, one Lord, one faith, one Baptism, one God, a-acp vbz av (c-acp pn31 vvz) crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, crd np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3437 and father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. How should all Saints be one, who are comprehended and united under this seven-fold oneness. and father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. How should all Saints be one, who Are comprehended and united under this sevenfold oneness. cc n1 pp-f d, r-crq vbz p-acp d, cc p-acp d, cc p-acp pn22 d. q-crq vmd d n2 vbb pi, r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3438 That we have all one maker in nature, is a very moving argument to meekness, love, That we have all one maker in nature, is a very moving argument to meekness, love, cst pns12 vhb d crd n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt j j-vvg n1 p-acp n1, n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3439 and unity, but that all believers are made one by Grace, is a much more moving argument. and unity, but that all believers Are made one by Grace, is a much more moving argument. cc n1, cc-acp cst d n2 vbr vvn pi p-acp n1, vbz dt d dc j-vvg n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 596 Page 175
3440 Againe, We may consider these words in connexion with the three following verses, and then, Again, We may Consider these words in connexion with the three following Verses, and then, av, pns12 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt crd j-vvg n2, cc av, (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3441 as in connection with the former, they are a prevention of Job's pride, so in this, they are a prevention of his feare, as in connection with the former, they Are a prevention of Job's pride, so in this, they Are a prevention of his Fear, c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av p-acp d, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3442 or an encouragement of him to a chearfull hearing of what Elihu had to say. or an encouragement of him to a cheerful hearing of what Elihu had to say. cc dt n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f r-crq np1 vhd pc-acp vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3443 Job had been dealt severely with by his three friends, and the terror of God was upon him, he was under much dispondency of spirit. Job had been dealt severely with by his three Friends, and the terror of God was upon him, he was under much despondency of Spirit. np1 vhd vbn vvn av-j p-acp p-acp po31 crd n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp pno31, pns31 vbds p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3444 Now (saith Elihu) Answer me if thou canst, stand up, set thy words in order before me, Now (Says Elihu) Answer me if thou Canst, stand up, Set thy words in order before me, av (vvz np1) vvb pno11 cs pns21 vm2, vvb a-acp, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3445 for the Spirit of God hath made me, and given me life; for the Spirit of God hath made me, and given me life; c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc vvn pno11 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3446 I am a creature, and I am but a creature, I am no more then thou art, I am made of God, I am a creature, and I am but a creature, I am no more then thou art, I am made of God, pns11 vbm dt n1, cc pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm dx av-dc cs pns21 vb2r, pns11 vbm vvn pp-f np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3447 and thou art made of God as well as I, I was made out of the dust, as thou art; and thou art made of God as well as I, I was made out of the dust, as thou art; cc pns21 vb2r vvn pp-f np1 c-acp av c-acp pns11, pns11 vbds vvn av pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns21 vb2r; (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3448 I am not God to terrifie thee, but I am sent of God, to counsel and comfort thee; I am not God to terrify thee, but I am sent of God, to counsel and Comfort thee; pns11 vbm xx np1 pc-acp vvi pno21, cc-acp pns11 vbm vvn pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21; (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3449 my hand shall not be heavie upon thee, I promise to deale tenderly with thee, I am such a one as thy selfe, my hand shall not be heavy upon thee, I promise to deal tenderly with thee, I am such a one as thy self, po11 n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno21, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno21, pns11 vbm d dt pi p-acp po21 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3450 as I am not worse, so I am not better, we stand alike together in this dispute; as I am not Worse, so I am not better, we stand alike together in this dispute; c-acp pns11 vbm xx av-jc, av pns11 vbm xx j, pns12 vvb av-j av p-acp d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3451 therefore thou mayest freely come forth, and answer me, who am but a poore creature, as thy selfe is. Therefore thou Mayest freely come forth, and answer me, who am but a poor creature, as thy self is. av pns21 vm2 av-j vvi av, cc vvb pno11, q-crq vbm p-acp dt j n1, c-acp po21 n1 vbz. (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3452 Thus Elihu bespeakes Job in the sixth and seventh verses; Thus Elihu bespeaks Job in the sixth and seventh Verses; av np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt ord cc ord n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 175
3453 If thou canst answer me, set thy words in order before me, stand up, Behold, I am according to thy wish. If thou Canst answer me, Set thy words in order before me, stand up, Behold, I am according to thy wish. cs pns21 vm2 vvb pno11, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, vvb a-acp, vvb, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 176
3454 Speake freely, and cleare thy selfe, if thou art able, thou hast free leave for me. Speak freely, and clear thy self, if thou art able, thou hast free leave for me. np1 av-j, cc vvi po21 n1, cs pns21 vb2r j, pns21 vh2 j n1 p-acp pno11. (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 176
3455 Vers. 5. If thou canst answer me, set thy words in order before me, stand up. Vers. 5. If thou Canst answer me, Set thy words in order before me, stand up. np1 crd cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, vvb a-acp. (11) chapter (DIV2) 597 Page 176
3456 This verse may have a four-fold respect. This verse may have a fourfold respect. d n1 vmb vhi dt n1 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 598 Page 176
3686 for though the birth and originall of man is now by another way, then the first mans was, for though the birth and original of man is now by Another Way, then the First men was, c-acp cs dt n1 cc n-jn pp-f n1 vbz av p-acp j-jn n1, cs dt ord ng1 vbds, (11) chapter (DIV2) 629 Page 186
3457 First, To the insufficiency, or incompetency of Job's parts and intellectuals to deale with Elihu in this matter; First, To the insufficiency, or incompetency of Job's parts and intellectuals to deal with Elihu in this matter; ord, p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2-j p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3458 as if they were a daring challenge, Answer me if thou canst, doe thy worst. And hence some of the Ancients charge Elihu, as if he came upon Job boastingly, as if they were a daring challenge, Answer me if thou Canst, do thy worst. And hence Some of the Ancients charge Elihu, as if he Come upon Job boastingly, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr dt j-vvg n1, vvb pno11 cs pns21 vm2, vdb po21 js. cc av d pp-f dt n2-j vvb np1, c-acp cs pns31 vvd p-acp np1 av-j, (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3459 and spake thus in the pride of his owne spirit, and in the disdaine of Job, at once to shew and slight his weaknesse, If thou canst answer me. and spoke thus in the pride of his own Spirit, and in the disdain of Job, At once to show and slight his weakness, If thou Canst answer me. cc vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1, cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11. (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3460 As if (like some irrefragable Doctor) he had said; I shall speak such reason, as I know thou canst not answer; As if (like Some irrefragable Doctor) he had said; I shall speak such reason, as I know thou Canst not answer; c-acp cs (av-j d j n1) pns31 vhd vvn; pns11 vmb vvi d n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pns21 vm2 xx vvi; (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3461 doe what thou canst, set all thy wits aworke, and beate thy braines as much as thou wilt, thou wilt but loose thy labour, do what thou Canst, Set all thy wits awork, and beat thy brains as much as thou wilt, thou wilt but lose thy labour, vdb r-crq pns21 vm2, vvb d po21 n2 av, cc vvi po21 n2 c-acp d c-acp pns21 vm2, pns21 vm2 cc-acp vvi po21 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3462 and weary thy selfe in vaine. and weary thy self in vain. cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3463 Thus the meaning of, Answer me if thou canst, is, Thou canst not answer. But I suppose Elihu, (though hot spirited enough) was yet of a better spirit & temper then to speak either thus proudly of himselfe, Thus the meaning of, Answer me if thou Canst, is, Thou Canst not answer. But I suppose Elihu, (though hight spirited enough) was yet of a better Spirit & temper then to speak either thus proudly of himself, av dt n1 pp-f, vvb pno11 cs pns21 vm2, vbz, pns21 vm2 xx vvi. cc-acp pns11 vvb np1, (cs j vvn av-d) vbds av pp-f dt jc n1 cc vvi av pc-acp vvi d av av-j pp-f px31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3464 or despisingly of so worthy a man as he had before him; or despisingly of so worthy a man as he had before him; cc av-vvg pp-f av j dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhd p-acp pno31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3465 nor did Elihu look upon Job as such a puny to him, or so much his underling as that he durst not hold up the Bucklers in dispute against him. nor did Elihu look upon Job as such a puny to him, or so much his underling as that he durst not hold up the Bucklers in dispute against him. ccx vdd np1 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d dt j p-acp pno31, cc av av-d po31 n1 p-acp cst pns31 vvd xx vvi a-acp dt n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3466 Elihu knew Job was an old experienced Souldier, well vers'd in the wayes and things of God. And therefore Elihu knew Job was an old experienced Soldier, well versed in the ways and things of God. And Therefore np1 vvd np1 vbds dt j j-vvn n1, av vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1. cc av (11) chapter (DIV2) 599 Page 176
3467 Secondly, (If thou canst) may rather referre to the weaknesse and soarenesse of Job's body, to the wounds or troubles which he had received and felt from the Almighty in his spirit, Secondly, (If thou Canst) may rather refer to the weakness and soarenesse of Job's body, to the wounds or Troubles which he had received and felt from the Almighty in his Spirit, ord, (cs pns21 vm2) vmb av-c vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 600 Page 176
3468 then to any inability of his mind for argument. As if Elihu had said; then to any inability of his mind for argument. As if Elihu had said; av p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1. p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 600 Page 176
3469 I consider how it is with thee, thou art a man diseased and distempered in thy body, fitter to lye upon or keep thy bed, I Consider how it is with thee, thou art a man diseased and distempered in thy body, fitter to lie upon or keep thy Bed, pns11 vvb c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r dt n1 j-vvn cc vvn p-acp po21 n1, jc pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi po21 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 600 Page 176
3470 then to stand up to a dispute, fitter for a hospitall then for the Schooles. then to stand up to a dispute, fitter for a hospital then for the Schools. cs pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, jc p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 600 Page 176
3471 Thou also hast a troubled and an afflicted spirit, I doubt thou art not in case to answer me, Thou also hast a troubled and an afflicted Spirit, I doubt thou art not in case to answer me, pns21 av vvb dt j-vvn cc dt j-vvn n1, pns11 vvb pns21 vb2r xx p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno11, (11) chapter (DIV2) 600 Page 176
3472 or to stand up longer in a way of dispute; but this I say, if thou canst answer me, pray doe: or to stand up longer in a Way of dispute; but this I say, if thou Canst answer me, pray do: cc pc-acp vvi a-acp av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp d pns11 vvb, cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11, vvb vdb: (11) chapter (DIV2) 600 Page 176
3473 set thy words in order before me. I will not lay this burden upon thee, unlesse thou art willing to take it, Set thy words in order before me. I will not lay this burden upon thee, unless thou art willing to take it, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11. pns11 vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp pno21, cs pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi pn31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 600 Page 176
3474 unlesse thou findest thou hast strength and spirit to beare and carry it through. unless thou Findest thou hast strength and Spirit to bear and carry it through. cs pns21 vv2 pns21 vh2 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb cc vvi pn31 a-acp. (11) chapter (DIV2) 600 Page 177
3475 Answer me if thou canst, otherwise I will speak my thoughts out, and make what use of it thou pleasest. Answer me if thou Canst, otherwise I will speak my thoughts out, and make what use of it thou pleasest. n1 pno11 cs pns21 vm2, av pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2 av, cc vvb r-crq n1 pp-f pn31 pns21 vv2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 600 Page 177
3498 and give thee a faire account of my thoughts about it. If thou canst, answer me, Set thy words in order before me. and give thee a fair account of my thoughts about it. If thou Canst, answer me, Set thy words in order before me. cc vvb pno21 dt j n1 pp-f po11 n2 p-acp pn31. cs pns21 vm2, vvb pno11, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11. (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3476 Thirdly, I conceive Elihu might here intend to let Job understand, that he was resolved to put him to the utmost, that he was resolved to bring the strongest arguments, Thirdly, I conceive Elihu might Here intend to let Job understand, that he was resolved to put him to the utmost, that he was resolved to bring the Strongest Arguments, ord, pns11 vvb np1 vmd av vvi pc-acp vvi n1 vvb, cst pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j, cst pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt js n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 601 Page 177
3477 and use the quickest way of reasoning for his conviction that he could; and use the quickest Way of reasoning for his conviction that he could; cc vvi dt js n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vmd; (11) chapter (DIV2) 601 Page 177
3478 and that therefore he also adviseth Job to doe the like, to doe his best, to buckle himselfe to the businesse with all his might, and that Therefore he also adviseth Job to do the like, to do his best, to buckle himself to the business with all his might, cc cst av pns31 av vvz np1 pc-acp vdi dt av-j, pc-acp vdi po31 js, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 601 Page 177
3479 for he was not come to dally with him: for he was not come to dally with him: c-acp pns31 vbds xx vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: (11) chapter (DIV2) 601 Page 177
3480 he would have him set his shoulders to the work, and gather all the forces of his soule to the battaile, he bids him bring forth even his horsemen for his defence (as I may speak in allusion to that in the 12th of Jeremy; If thou hast run with footmen, he would have him Set his shoulders to the work, and gather all the forces of his soul to the battle, he bids him bring forth even his horsemen for his defence (as I may speak in allusion to that in the 12th of Jeremiah; If thou hast run with footmen, pns31 vmd vhi pno31 vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pno31 vvi av av po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d p-acp dt ord pp-f np1; cs pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 601 Page 177
3481 and they have wearied thee, how shalt thou contend with horses) Elihu was purposed and resolved to bring out his greatest strength, his horsemen to the battaile, and they have wearied thee, how shalt thou contend with Horses) Elihu was purposed and resolved to bring out his greatest strength, his horsemen to the battle, cc pns32 vhb vvn pno21, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp n2) np1 vbds vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi av po31 js n1, po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 601 Page 177
3482 and therefore wisheth Job doe so too. Thus he gives him faire warning, If thou canst, answer me; and Therefore wishes Job do so too. Thus he gives him fair warning, If thou Canst, answer me; cc av vvz n1 vdb av av. av pns31 vvz pno31 j n1, cs pns21 vm2, vvb pno11; (11) chapter (DIV2) 601 Page 177
3483 doe thy utmost, I am ready for thee. do thy utmost, I am ready for thee. vdb po21 j, pns11 vbm j p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 601 Page 177
3484 Fourthly, While Elihu saith, If thou canst, answer me, set thy words in order before me, stand up. Fourthly, While Elihu Says, If thou Canst, answer me, Set thy words in order before me, stand up. ord, cs np1 vvz, cs pns21 vm2, vvb pno11, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, vvb a-acp. (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3485 We may take his words as a gentle and sweete invitation to the worke; We may take his words as a gentle and sweet invitation to the work; pns12 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3486 As if he had sayd, If thou hast spirits enow left to hold discourse with me, As if he had said, If thou hast spirits enough left to hold discourse with me, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pns21 vh2 n2 av-d vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno11, (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3487 or to reply upon me, come friend, spare me not, set thy words in order before me, I will not be a terror to thee. or to reply upon me, come friend, spare me not, Set thy words in order before me, I will not be a terror to thee. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11, vvb n1, vvb pno11 xx, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb xx vbi dt n1 p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3488 Or there may be this condescending sence in these words of Elihu; Doe not thinke (O Job) because I begin to speak, that therefore I meane to speak all, Or there may be this condescending sense in these words of Elihu; Do not think (Oh Job) Because I begin to speak, that Therefore I mean to speak all, cc pc-acp vmb vbi d j-vvg n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f np1; vdb xx vvi (uh n1) c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi, cst av pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d, (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3489 or to have all the discourse my selfe; or to have all the discourse my self; cc pc-acp vhi d dt n1 po11 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3490 assure thy selfe, I have no purpose to hinder thee in any defence, which thou art able to make for thy selfe: assure thy self, I have no purpose to hinder thee in any defence, which thou art able to make for thy self: vvb po21 n1, pns11 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d n1, r-crq pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1: (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3491 No, though I am come with my best preparations to urge thee, and reply upon thee, No, though I am come with my best preparations to urge thee, and reply upon thee, uh-dx, cs pns11 vbm vvn p-acp po11 js n2 pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvi p-acp pno21, (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3492 as to all that hath past between thee and thy friends, yet I am as willing that thou shouldest answer, as to all that hath passed between thee and thy Friends, yet I am as willing that thou Shouldst answer, c-acp p-acp d cst vhz vvn p-acp pno21 cc po21 n2, av pns11 vbm a-acp j cst pns21 vmd2 vvi, (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3493 as I am ready prepared and prest to speake; as I am ready prepared and pressed to speak; c-acp pns11 vbm j vvn cc vvn pc-acp vvi; (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3494 thou hast free leave to make thy Apologie, to say what thou canst for thy selfe, I intend not to impose upon thee, thou hast free leave to make thy Apology, to say what thou Canst for thy self, I intend not to impose upon thee, pns21 vh2 j n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns21 vm2 p-acp po21 n1, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3495 nor by any Authority to compell thee to stand to my sentence, as if I were thy Master, nor by any authority to compel thee to stand to my sentence, as if I were thy Master, ccx p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1, c-acp cs pns11 vbdr po21 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3496 or would Lord it over thee; or would Lord it over thee; cc vmd n1 pn31 p-acp pno21; (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3497 Doe and speake thy best for thy owne vindication, I am ready to receive it from thee, Doe and speak thy best for thy own vindication, I am ready to receive it from thee, n1 cc vvi po21 av-js p-acp po21 d n1, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno21, (11) chapter (DIV2) 602 Page 177
3499 'Tis a metaphorical speech, often and most properly used for the marshalling of an Army; and so is elegantly applyed here in this matter of controversie, or polemicall discourse. It's a metaphorical speech, often and most properly used for the marshalling of an Army; and so is elegantly applied Here in this matter of controversy, or polemical discourse. pn31|vbz dt j n1, av cc av-ds av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1; cc av vbz av-j vvd av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3500 Set thy words, thy reasons, thy arguments, as it were in battaile aray against me; we had the word in the former Chapter at the 14th verse. Set thy words, thy Reasons, thy Arguments, as it were in battle array against me; we had the word in the former Chapter At the 14th verse. vvb po21 n2, po21 n2, po21 n2, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 n1 p-acp pno11; pns12 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3501 It is applyed also to the exactness of the heart in prayer, not an affected exactness or curiosity about words, It is applied also to the exactness of the heart in prayer, not an affected exactness or curiosity about words, pn31 vbz vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, xx dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3502 or to word it with God, but it notes exactness or spirituallness rather in meditating and disposing the strongest Scripture reasonings, to prevaile with God in prayer. or to word it with God, but it notes exactness or spirituallness rather in meditating and disposing the Strongest Scripture reasonings, to prevail with God in prayer. cc p-acp n1 pn31 p-acp np1, cc-acp pn31 vvz n1 cc n1 av-c p-acp vvg cc vvg dt js n1 n2-vvg, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3503 Prayer is, as it were, a battaile fought in heaven, not in wroth or revenge, but with faith and holy submission. Prayer is, as it were, a battle fought in heaven, not in wroth or revenge, but with faith and holy submission. n1 vbz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, dt n1 vvd p-acp n1, xx p-acp j cc n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3504 Thus did Jacob when he wrastled with the Angel, ( Gen: 32.) And thus David speaks ( Psal: 5.3.) In the morning I will direct my prayer unto thee, Thus did Jacob when he wrestled with the Angel, (Gen: 32.) And thus David speaks (Psalm: 5.3.) In the morning I will Direct my prayer unto thee, av vdd np1 c-crq pns31 vvn p-acp dt n1, (np1: crd) cc av np1 vvz (np1: crd.) p-acp dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno21, (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3505 and will look up, or, I will marshall my prayer, I will bring up petition after petition, pleading after pleading, and will look up, or, I will marshal my prayer, I will bring up petition After petition, pleading After pleading, cc vmb vvi a-acp, cc, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp vvg, (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3506 even till I am become like Jacob a Prince with God, till I have won the field, and got the day. even till I am become like Jacob a Prince with God, till I have wone the field, and god the day. av c-acp pns11 vbm vvn av-j np1 dt n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, cc vvd dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3507 Thus the word is applyed by a metaphor both to disputations with men, and supplications to God. Thus the word is applied by a metaphor both to disputations with men, and supplications to God. av dt n1 vbz vvd p-acp dt n1 av-d p-acp n2 p-acp n2, cc n2 p-acp np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3508 Further, we may take the meaning plainly without any straine of rhetorique, Set thy words in order before me. Further, we may take the meaning plainly without any strain of rhetoric, Set thy words in order before me. av-jc, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3509 Methode is good in every thing, either an expresse or a covert methode. Sometimes 'tis the best of art to cover it; Method is good in every thing, either an express or a covert method. Sometime it's the best of art to cover it; n1 vbz j p-acp d n1, d dt j cc dt j n1. av pn31|vbz dt js pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3510 in speaking there is a speciall use of methode; in speaking there is a special use of method; p-acp vvg a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3511 for, though, as one said very well (speaking of those who are more curious about methode, for, though, as one said very well (speaking of those who Are more curious about method, p-acp, cs, c-acp pi vvd av av (vvg pp-f d r-crq vbr av-dc j p-acp n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3512 then serious about matter) Methode never converted any man; yet methode and the ordering of words, is very usefull. then serious about matter) Method never converted any man; yet method and the ordering of words, is very useful. av j p-acp n1) n1 av-x vvn d n1; av n1 cc dt n-vvg pp-f n2, vbz av j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3513 Our speeches should not be heaps of words, but words bound up, not a throng of words, Our Speeches should not be heaps of words, but words bound up, not a throng of words, po12 n2 vmd xx vbi n2 pp-f n2, cc-acp n2 vvn a-acp, xx dt n1 pp-f n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3514 but words set in aray, or, as it were, in ranke and file. but words Set in array, or, as it were, in rank and file. cc-acp n2 vvn p-acp n1, cc, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp n1 cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3515 The Prophet ( Joel 2.5.) describes a terrible Judgement of God by a strong people set in battaile aray. The Prophet (Joel 2.5.) describes a terrible Judgement of God by a strong people Set in battle array. dt n1 (np1 crd.) vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp n1 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3516 In pursuance of which sence, Mr Broughton renders the next words, not (as we) stand up, but stand to it, as Commanders say to their Souldiers, stand to it; and the Italian translation thus; In pursuance of which sense, Mr Broughton renders the next words, not (as we) stand up, but stand to it, as Commanders say to their Soldiers, stand to it; and the Italian Translation thus; p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq n1, n1 np1 vvz dt ord n2, xx (c-acp pns12) vvb a-acp, p-acp vvb p-acp pn31, p-acp n2 vvb p-acp po32 n2, vvb p-acp pn31; cc dt jp n1 av; (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3517 Set thy words in order before me, present thy selfe to the Combate. Thus he continues the metaphor; As if he had said; Set thy words in order before me, present thy self to the Combat. Thus he continues the metaphor; As if he had said; vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1. av pns31 vvz dt n1; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3518 Chuse thy ground, and maintaine it like a valiant Champion; Choose thy ground, and maintain it like a valiant Champion; vvb po21 n1, cc vvi pn31 av-j dt j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3519 I doe not desire thou shouldst yeild me an inch of ground, yeild to nothing but the truth, dispute every patch with me, stand up, stand to it; I do not desire thou Shouldst yield me an inch of ground, yield to nothing but the truth, dispute every patch with me, stand up, stand to it; pns11 vdb xx vvi pns21 vmd2 vvi pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp pix cc-acp dt n1, vvb d n1 p-acp pno11, vvb a-acp, vvb p-acp pn31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3520 stand as if thou wert to fight a battaile, not only for thy honour, but for thy life. stand as if thou Wertenberg to fight a battle, not only for thy honour, but for thy life. vvb c-acp cs pns21 vbd2r pc-acp vvi dt n1, xx av-j p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp p-acp po21 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 178
3521 The Apostle (1 Cor: 16.13.) speaks in that language about our spirituall warre; Watch ye, stand fast, quit your selves like men; man it, be strong. The Apostle (1 Cor: 16.13.) speaks in that language about our spiritual war; Watch you, stand fast, quit your selves like men; man it, be strong. dt n1 (crd fw-la: crd.) vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 j n1; vvb pn22, vvb av-j, vvb po22 n2 av-j n2; n1 pn31, vbb j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 179
3522 There is such a sence in Elihu's exhortation here to Job; Set thy words in order before me, stand up. There is such a sense in Elihu's exhortation Here to Job; Set thy words in order before me, stand up. pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1 av p-acp n1; vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, vvb a-acp. (11) chapter (DIV2) 603 Page 179
3523 Now, in that Elihu when he was thus bent to speak, and was so full of matter to speak, that as he tells us in the former chapter, He was like bottles of wine, Now, in that Elihu when he was thus bent to speak, and was so full of matter to speak, that as he tells us in the former chapter, He was like bottles of wine, av, p-acp cst np1 c-crq pns31 vbds av vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vbds av j pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, cst c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbds j n2 pp-f n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 604 Page 179
3524 and that he could not hold, yet gave Job faire law, and bids him answer, if he could. Note First. and that he could not hold, yet gave Job fair law, and bids him answer, if he could. Note First. cc cst pns31 vmd xx vvi, av vvd np1 j n1, cc vvz pno31 vvi, cs pns31 vmd. n1 ord. (11) chapter (DIV2) 604 Page 179
3525 In all matters of difference we should be as willing to heare what others can answer, In all matters of difference we should be as willing to hear what Others can answer, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vmd vbi a-acp j pc-acp vvi r-crq n2-jn vmb vvi, (11) chapter (DIV2) 605 Page 179
3526 as we are desirous that others should heare what we can object. If thou canst, answer me. as we Are desirous that Others should hear what we can Object. If thou Canst, answer me. c-acp pns12 vbr j d n2-jn vmd vvi r-crq pns12 vmb vvi. cs pns21 vm2, vvb pno11. (11) chapter (DIV2) 605 Page 179
3527 It is good to speak in a right cause, especially to speak rightly, and it is very good to learne what can be answered. Note. It is good to speak in a right cause, especially to speak rightly, and it is very good to Learn what can be answered. Note. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, av-j pc-acp vvi av-jn, cc pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vbi vvn. n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 606 Page 179
3528 Secondly, Elihu looking upon Job as a man in a weake condition, speaks incouragingly, stand up; as much as to say, Take heart. It is our duty to refresh those that are troubled, Secondly, Elihu looking upon Job as a man in a weak condition, speaks incouragingly, stand up; as much as to say, Take heart. It is our duty to refresh those that Are troubled, ord, np1 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvz av-vvg, vvb a-acp; p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, vvb n1. pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi d cst vbr vvn, (11) chapter (DIV2) 608 Page 179
3529 or to comfort those that are weake, whether in body or in minde. or to Comfort those that Are weak, whither in body or in mind. cc pc-acp vvi d cst vbr j, cs p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 608 Page 179
3530 We should doe our best to put strength and infuse spirits into sinking hearts and fainting spirits. We should do our best to put strength and infuse spirits into sinking hearts and fainting spirits. pns12 vmd vdi po12 js pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi n2 p-acp j-vvg n2 cc j-vvg n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 609 Page 179
3531 Thus God dwells (Isa: 57.51. Thus God dwells (Isaiah: 57.51. av np1 vvz (np1: crd. (11) chapter (DIV2) 609 Page 179
3532 and so should we) with him that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and so should we) with him that is of a contrite and humble Spirit, to revive the Spirit of the humble, cc av vmd pns12) p-acp pno31 cst vbz pp-f dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, (11) chapter (DIV2) 609 Page 179
3533 and to revive the heart of the contrite ones. and to revive the heart of the contrite ones. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j pi2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 609 Page 179
3534 Thirdly, As these words, If thou canst, answer me, import that as Elihu intended to put Job to the utmost, Thirdly, As these words, If thou Canst, answer me, import that as Elihu intended to put Job to the utmost, ord, c-acp d n2, cs pns21 vm2, vvb pno11, vvb cst p-acp np1 vvd pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j, (11) chapter (DIV2) 610 Page 179
3535 so he would have Job bestirre himselfe to the utmost. Hence note. so he would have Job Bestir himself to the utmost. Hence note. av pns31 vmd vhi n1 vvb px31 p-acp dt j. av vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 610 Page 179
3536 Every man should doe his best for the clearing or maintaining of a good and righteous cause. Every man should do his best for the clearing or maintaining of a good and righteous cause. np1 n1 vmd vdi po31 js p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j cc j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 611 Page 179
3537 'Tis sinfull to be slight in matters of moment. It's sinful to be slight in matters of moment. pn31|vbz j pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 179
3538 Whatsoever thy hand findeth to doe, doe it with all thy might (saith Solomon, Eccles: 9.10.) we should especially doe these two things with all our might; Whatsoever thy hand finds to do, do it with all thy might (Says Solomon, Eccles: 9.10.) we should especially do these two things with all our might; r-crq po21 n1 vvz pc-acp vdi, vdb pn31 p-acp d po21 n1 (vvz np1, np1: crd.) pns12 vmd av-j vdi d crd n2 p-acp d po12 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 179
3539 First, maintaine the truth of God; Secondly, our owne integrity. First, maintain the truth of God; Secondly, our own integrity. ord, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; ord, po12 d n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 179
3598 one man is of the same measure with another; one man is of the same measure with Another; crd n1 vbz pp-f dt d n1 p-acp j-jn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3540 The former of these was chiefely upon the hand of Elihu in this undertaking, the latter upon the hand of Job. To betray the truth of God, is the worst kinde both of cowardise and treachery; The former of these was chiefly upon the hand of Elihu in this undertaking, the latter upon the hand of Job. To betray the truth of God, is the worst kind both of cowardice and treachery; dt j pp-f d vbds av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n-vvg, dt d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt js n1 d pp-f n1 cc n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 180
3541 and to betray our owne Integrity is next to that. and to betray our own Integrity is next to that. cc pc-acp vvi po12 d n1 vbz ord p-acp d. (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 180
3542 There is nothing more unworthy a man, much more a Christian, then to leave either truth, There is nothing more unworthy a man, much more a Christian, then to leave either truth, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j dt n1, av-d av-dc dt njp, cs pc-acp vvi d n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 180
3543 or our own integrity to sinke or swim, to shift for themselves. or our own integrity to sink or swim, to shift for themselves. cc po12 d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp px32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 180
3544 Thus Elihu provokes Job to the combate, and sends him a friendly challenge, which lest he should refuse or not accept, he gives him a comfortable account (as a cordiall) what manner of man he should find him to be, Thus Elihu provokes Job to the combat, and sends him a friendly challenge, which lest he should refuse or not accept, he gives him a comfortable account (as a cordial) what manner of man he should find him to be, av np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 dt j n1, r-crq cs pns31 vmd vvi cc xx vvi, pns31 vvz pno31 dt j n1 (c-acp dt j) r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi, (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 180
3545 even a man moulded and modell'd to his owne heart, or minted to his mind, as will appeare in the next verse. even a man moulded and modeled to his own heart, or minted to his mind, as will appear in the next verse. av dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 180
3546 Vers. 6. Behold, I am according to thy wish in Gods stead, &c. Here we have a very winning argument (as was shewed in opening the whole Context) to incourage Job both to heare and answer. Vers. 6. Behold, I am according to thy wish in God's stead, etc. Here we have a very winning argument (as was showed in opening the Whole Context) to encourage Job both to hear and answer. np1 crd vvb, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1 p-acp ng1 n1, av av pns12 vhb dt j j-vvg n1 (c-acp vbds vvn p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1) pc-acp vvi n1 av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 612 Page 180
3547 If ever a man will speak when he comes to a businesse, it is when things and persons are according to his wish. If ever a man will speak when he comes to a business, it is when things and Persons Are according to his wish. cs av dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz c-crq n2 cc n2 vbr vvg p-acp po31 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 613 Page 180
3548 Job had oftentimes wisht that he might be mildly heard by God, & not so harshly dealt with by man; Job had oftentimes wished that he might be mildly herd by God, & not so harshly dealt with by man; np1 vhd av vvn cst pns31 vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp np1, cc xx av av-j vvn p-acp p-acp n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 613 Page 180
3549 his friends having been so over-severe and rigorous toward him, that he was even compelled in the bitternesse of his soule, to cry out, He that is afflicted, should have pitty from his friends. his Friends having been so over-severe and rigorous towards him, that he was even compelled in the bitterness of his soul, to cry out, He that is afflicted, should have pity from his Friends. po31 n2 vhg vbn av j cc j p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av, pns31 cst vbz vvn, vmd vhi n1 p-acp po31 n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 613 Page 180
3550 Yea, when Job wisht to be heard by God, he, with much earnestnesse deprecated his severity, ( Chap: 9. 34. and Chap: 13. 24.) Let not thy dread make me afraid. Yea, when Job wished to be herd by God, he, with much earnestness deprecated his severity, (Chap: 9. 34. and Chap: 13. 24.) Let not thy dread make me afraid. uh, c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns31, p-acp d n1 vvn po31 n1, (n1: crd crd cc n1: crd crd) vvb xx po21 n1 vvb pno11 j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 613 Page 180
3551 Thus, Job had wisht for a milde and gentle treatment from all hands. In answer to which desire Elihu presents himselfe to him. Thus, Job had wished for a mild and gentle treatment from all hands. In answer to which desire Elihu presents himself to him. av, np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp d n2. p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz px31 p-acp pno31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 613 Page 180
3552 Behold, I am according to thy wish in Gods stead. Those words (According to thy wish) may have a two-fold interpretation; Behold, I am according to thy wish in God's stead. Those words (According to thy wish) may have a twofold Interpretation; vvb, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1 p-acp ng1 n1. d n2 (vvg p-acp po21 n1) vmb vhi dt n1 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 613 Page 180
3553 First, as we render, according to thy wish, is, according to what thou hast heretofore spoken or drawne out in wishes; First, as we render, according to thy wish, is, according to what thou hast heretofore spoken or drawn out in wishes; ord, c-acp pns12 vvb, vvg p-acp po21 n1, vbz, vvg p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 av vvn cc vvn av p-acp n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 614 Page 180
3554 thou hast thy vote, thy wish, and what wouldst thou have more. As if he had said; thou hast thy vote, thy wish, and what Wouldst thou have more. As if he had said; pns21 vh2 po21 n1, po21 n1, cc r-crq vmd2 pns21 vhi av-dc. p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 614 Page 180
3555 O Job, I have heard thee wishing such wishes, that thou mightest be more tenderly handled; O Job, I have herd thee wishing such wishes, that thou Mightest be more tenderly handled; sy np1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 vvg d n2, cst pns21 vmd2 vbi av-dc av-j vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 614 Page 180
3556 that God would not oppresse thee with his Majesty, nor thy friends with their severity. that God would not oppress thee with his Majesty, nor thy Friends with their severity. cst np1 vmd xx vvi pno21 p-acp po31 n1, ccx po21 n2 p-acp po32 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 614 Page 180
3557 Now thou hast thy desire, I doe here promise my selfe such a one to thee as thou hast desired; Now thou hast thy desire, I do Here promise my self such a one to thee as thou hast desired; av pns21 vh2 po21 n1, pns11 vdb av vvi po11 n1 d dt crd p-acp pno21 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 614 Page 181
3599 as Solomon expresseth it ( Prov: 27.19.) As in water face answers face, so the heart of man to man. as Solomon Expresses it (Curae: 27.19.) As in water face answers face, so the heart of man to man. c-acp np1 vvz pn31 (np1: crd.) c-acp p-acp n1 n1 vvz n1, av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3558 For as I will be a faithfull advocate for God, so, I, who am in Gods stead, will not (as thou hast prayed God would not at the hearing of thy case) be terrible nor dreadfull to thee; For as I will be a faithful advocate for God, so, I, who am in God's stead, will not (as thou hast prayed God would not At the hearing of thy case) be terrible nor dreadful to thee; c-acp c-acp pns11 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp np1, av, pns11, q-crq vbm p-acp ng1 n1, vmb xx (c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn np1 vmd xx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po21 n1) vbi j ccx j p-acp pno21; (11) chapter (DIV2) 614 Page 181
3559 I doubt not but to carry the matter with thee to thy hearts content. I am according to thy wish. Hence note. I doubt not but to carry the matter with thee to thy hearts content. I am according to thy wish. Hence note. pns11 vvb xx cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp po21 n2 j. pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1. av vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 614 Page 181
3560 Wee should labour as much as in us lieth to answer the desires and wishes of others in all things lawfull, especially when they are weak and labouring under sore burthens of affliction and infirmity. we should labour as much as in us lies to answer the Desires and wishes of Others in all things lawful, especially when they Are weak and labouring under soar burdens of affliction and infirmity. pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d c-acp p-acp pno12 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp d n2 j, av-j c-crq pns32 vbr j cc vvg p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 615 Page 181
3561 It is not good to be crosse-grain'd at any time to our brethren, much lesse at such a time; It is not good to be cross-grained At any time to our brothers, much less At such a time; pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n2, av-d av-dc p-acp d dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3562 some love (as it were) to lie thwart in every businesse, nor is any thing more desireable to them, Some love (as it were) to lie thwart in every business, nor is any thing more desirable to them, d n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) pc-acp vvi vvi p-acp d n1, ccx vbz d n1 av-dc j p-acp pno32, (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3563 then to oppose another mans desire. then to oppose Another men desire. cs pc-acp vvi j-jn ng1 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3564 The sweetnesse and ingenuity of these words, I am according to your wish, in what I safely may, is seldome heard among brethren. The sweetness and ingenuity of these words, I am according to your wish, in what I safely may, is seldom herd among brothers. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po22 n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 av-j vmb, vbz av vvn p-acp n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3565 Some indeed are too forward to be according to the wish of others in things that are sinfull. some indeed Are too forward to be according to the wish of Others in things that Are sinful. d av vbr av av-j pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp n2 cst vbr j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3566 When theeves and murderers say to them, Come, come with us, let us lay wait for blood, let us lurke privily for the innocent without cause, &c. Cast in your lot among us, let us all have one purse; When thieves and murderers say to them, Come, come with us, let us lay wait for blood, let us lurk privily for the innocent without cause, etc. Cast in your lot among us, let us all have one purse; c-crq n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp pno32, vvb, vvb p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 vvi vvi p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp dt j-jn p-acp n1, av vvd p-acp po22 n1 p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 d vhb crd n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3567 They say, we are according to your wish, we will goe with you. They say, we Are according to your wish, we will go with you. pns32 vvb, pns12 vbr vvg p-acp po22 n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn22. (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3568 When the prophane say, come run with us into all excesse of riot, to drunkenness and uncleanness, they answer, we are according to your wish, we are for you. When the profane say, come run with us into all excess of riot, to Drunkenness and uncleanness, they answer, we Are according to your wish, we Are for you. c-crq dt j vvi, vvb vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb, pns12 vbr vvg p-acp po22 n1, pns12 vbr p-acp pn22. (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3569 It is good to lie crosse to the sinfull desires of men; It is good to lie cross to the sinful Desires of men; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3570 but to comply with their honest desires, and to answer every good wish of their soules, is a great part of our goodnesse, but to comply with their honest Desires, and to answer every good wish of their Souls, is a great part of our Goodness, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j n2, cc pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f po32 n2, vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3571 and of our fulfilling the law of love: and of our fulfilling the law of love: cc pp-f po12 j-vvg dt n1 pp-f n1: (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3572 we should strive in that sence, to fall in with every ones wish, and to become all things to all men, both for their edification and consolation. we should strive in that sense, to fallen in with every ones wish, and to become all things to all men, both for their edification and consolation. pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d pig n1, cc pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp d n2, av-d p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3573 Behold, I am according to thy wish. Behold, I am according to thy wish. vvb, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 616 Page 181
3574 Secondly, These words are rendred strictly out of the Original thus, I am according to thy mouth, or measure; Secondly, These words Are rendered strictly out of the Original thus, I am according to thy Mouth, or measure; ord, d n2 vbr vvn av-j av pp-f dt j-jn av, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1, cc n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 181
3575 I am in the same condition and state as thou art. I am in the same condition and state as thou art. pns11 vbm p-acp dt d n1 cc n1 c-acp pns21 vb2r. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 181
3576 Thus also they are words of encouragement to Job, assuring him that he should not be overpower'd, nor borne downe by force. Thus also they Are words of encouragement to Job, assuring him that he should not be overpowered, nor born down by force. av av pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vvg pno31 cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn, ccx j-vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 181
3577 This forme of speaking is used frequently in Scripture, to note the sutablenesse or proportion of things. This Form of speaking is used frequently in Scripture, to note the suitableness or proportion of things. d n1 pp-f vvg vbz vvn av-j p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 181
3578 The Israelites (Exod: 16.21.) gathered Manna every morning, Every man according to his eating. The Israelites (Exod: 16.21.) gathered Manna every morning, Every man according to his eating. dt np2 (n1: crd.) vvn n1 d n1, d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n-vvg. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 181
3579 The Hebrew is, Every one did gather to the mouth of his eating, that is, according to the measure of his eating, such was the measure of his gathering. The Hebrew is, Every one did gather to the Mouth of his eating, that is, according to the measure of his eating, such was the measure of his gathering. dt njp vbz, d pi vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, cst vbz, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, d vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3580 The Nazarite was to offer according to the vow which he vowed (Numb: 6.21. ) The Hebrew is, according to the mouth of his vow. The Nazarite was to offer according to the Voelli which he vowed (Numb: 6.21.) The Hebrew is, according to the Mouth of his Voelli. dt np1 vbds pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd (j: crd.) dt njp vbz, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3581 Againe 'tis said ( Numb: 7.5.) Moses was to give the offerings of the Princes of Israel to the Levites, to every man according to his service, or, according to the mouth (that is, the condition and degree) of his service. Again it's said (Numb: 7.5.) Moses was to give the offerings of the Princes of Israel to the Levites, to every man according to his service, or, according to the Mouth (that is, the condition and degree) of his service. av pn31|vbz vvd (j: crd.) np1 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt np2, p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc, vvg p-acp dt n1 (cst vbz, dt n1 cc n1) pp-f po31 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3582 Once more, Solomon (Prov: 22.6.) pressing the good and genuine education of children, expresseth it thus; Once more, Solomon (Curae: 22.6.) pressing the good and genuine education of children, Expresses it thus; a-acp av-dc, np1 (np1: crd.) vvg dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2, vvz pn31 av; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3583 Train up a child in the way that he should goe; The Original upon the mouth of his way; Train up a child in the Way that he should go; The Original upon the Mouth of his Way; vvb a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi; dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3584 that is, in such a way as is not only good and honest in it selfe, that is, in such a Way as is not only good and honest in it self, cst vbz, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vbz xx av-j j cc j p-acp pn31 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3585 but most proper and congeniall to the spirit, disposition, and capacity of the child. but most proper and congenial to the Spirit, disposition, and capacity of the child. cc-acp ds j cc j p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3586 As children are to be fed with such meates, so to be taught in such a manner as they can most easily and profitably digest. As children Are to be fed with such Meats, so to be taught in such a manner as they can most Easily and profitably digest. p-acp n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vmb av-ds av-j cc av-j vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3587 After this manner, or to this sence, Elihu speakes to Job, Stand up, I am according to thy mouth or measure; As if he had said; After this manner, or to this sense, Elihu speaks to Job, Stand up, I am according to thy Mouth or measure; As if he had said; p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, np1 vvz p-acp n1, vvb a-acp, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1 cc n1; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3588 God indeed is infinitely above thy measure, But I, who am come to deale with thee in Gods stead, am according to thy mouth or measure, therefore take courage; God indeed is infinitely above thy measure, But I, who am come to deal with thee in God's stead, am according to thy Mouth or measure, Therefore take courage; np1 av vbz av-j p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp pns11, q-crq vbm vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp npg1 n1, vbm p-acp p-acp po21 n1 cc n1, av vvb n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3589 one man is like another, the measure of one man is the measure of another. There are I grant, severall differences among men, both as to civils and spiritualls; one man is like Another, the measure of one man is the measure of Another. There Are I grant, several differences among men, both as to civils and spirituals; crd n1 vbz av-j j-jn, dt n1 pp-f crd n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n-jn. pc-acp vbr pns11 vvb, j n2 p-acp n2, d c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3590 there are severall graduall and personall differences, but no specificall difference among men; every man is according •os the mouth or measure of any other man: there Are several gradual and personal differences, but no specifical difference among men; every man is according •os the Mouth or measure of any other man: pc-acp vbr j j-jn cc j n2, cc-acp dx j n1 p-acp n2; d n1 vbz vvg n2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n1: (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3591 in that God only transcends the measure of all men; My thoughts are not as your thoughts, nor my wayes as your wayes; in that God only transcends the measure of all men; My thoughts Are not as your thoughts, nor my ways as your ways; p-acp cst np1 av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2; po11 n2 vbr xx p-acp po22 n2, ccx po11 n2 p-acp po22 n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3592 but look as the heavens are high above the earth, so my thoughts are above your thoughts, but look as the heavens Are high above the earth, so my thoughts Are above your thoughts, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 vbr j p-acp dt n1, av po11 n2 vbr p-acp po22 n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3593 and my wayes above your wayes, saith the Lord ( Isa. 55.8, 9.) But the wayes of one man are like the wayes of other men, and my ways above your ways, Says the Lord (Isaiah 55.8, 9.) But the ways of one man Are like the ways of other men, cc po11 n2 p-acp po22 n2, vvz dt n1 (np1 crd, crd) p-acp dt n2 pp-f crd n1 vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3594 and the thoughts of one man are like the thoughts of other men; There is no such transcendency among men; and the thoughts of one man Are like the thoughts of other men; There is no such transcendency among men; cc dt n2 pp-f crd n1 vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2; pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3595 They are all (as men) of one measure, that is, not only finite, They Are all (as men) of one measure, that is, not only finite, pns32 vbr d (c-acp n2) pp-f crd n1, cst vbz, xx av-j j, (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3596 but they are all short and narrow, even they who carry the greatest length and breadth among the sons of men. but they Are all short and narrow, even they who carry the greatest length and breadth among the Sons of men. cc-acp pns32 vbr d j cc j, av pns32 r-crq vvb dt js n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3597 If we consider man with man, as to his sinfull condition, so one man is perfectly like another; If we Consider man with man, as to his sinful condition, so one man is perfectly like Another; cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp po31 j n1, av crd n1 vbz av-j j j-jn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 182
3600 If man look downe into the water, that face which he seeth in the water is like that face which seeth the water. If man look down into the water, that face which he sees in the water is like that face which sees the water. cs n1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j cst n1 r-crq vvz dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3601 Thus the hearts of the children of men answer one another, heart answers heart, as face answers face: Thus the hearts of the children of men answer one Another, heart answers heart, as face answers face: av dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 vvi pi j-jn, n1 vvz n1, c-acp n1 vvz n1: (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3602 And as man answers man fully, as to naturall sinfulnesse, so mostly as to naturall abilities, And as man answers man Fully, as to natural sinfulness, so mostly as to natural abilities, cc c-acp n1 vvz n1 av-j, c-acp p-acp j n1, av j c-acp p-acp j n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3603 as for those which are acquired, though the difference may be so great that one man may be clearly discerned to excell another, as for those which Are acquired, though the difference may be so great that one man may be clearly discerned to excel Another, c-acp p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn, cs dt n1 vmb vbi av j cst pi n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn pc-acp vvi j-jn, (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3604 yet that man who excells most, doth not exceed man; and therefore may be compassed by man. yet that man who excels most, does not exceed man; and Therefore may be compassed by man. av d n1 r-crq vvz av-ds, vdz xx vvi n1; cc av vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3605 It is said ( Rev: 21.17.) That the wall of the new Jerusalem was measured according to the measure of a man, that is, of the Angel. It is said (Rev: 21.17.) That the wall of the new Jerusalem was measured according to the measure of a man, that is, of the Angel. pn31 vbz vvd (np1: crd.) cst dt n1 pp-f dt j np1 vbds vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3606 There is one measure of an Angel, and there is another measure of a man; Angels have a measure above men; There is one measure of an Angel, and there is Another measure of a man; Angels have a measure above men; pc-acp vbz crd n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1; n2 vhb dt n1 p-acp n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3607 why then doth he say according to the measure of a man, that is, of the Angel? I answer, he speakes so because the Angel appeared in the shape of a man, to doe that worke. why then does he say according to the measure of a man, that is, of the Angel? I answer, he speaks so Because the Angel appeared in the shape of a man, to do that work. q-crq av vdz pns31 vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, pp-f dt n1? pns11 vvb, pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vdi d n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3608 Now as the measure (that is, the Ability) of an Angel is above mans; Now as the measure (that is, the Ability) of an Angel is above men; av c-acp dt n1 (cst vbz, dt n1) pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3609 So God hath a measure infinitely above both men and Angels. But men are of a measure. So God hath a measure infinitely above both men and Angels. But men Are of a measure. av np1 vhz dt n1 av-j p-acp d n2 cc n2. p-acp n2 vbr pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3610 I am according to thy mouth or measure. Hence note. First, Man and man are of a measure. I am according to thy Mouth or measure. Hence note. First, Man and man Are of a measure. pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1 cc n1. av vvi. ord, n1 cc n1 vbr pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 617 Page 183
3611 Let us not make a God of any man, no nor an Angel. The Apostle Jude reproves those who had the persons of men in admiration. Let us not make a God of any man, no nor an Angel. The Apostle U^de reproves those who had the Persons of men in admiration. vvb pno12 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, uh-dx ccx dt n1. dt n1 np1 vvz d r-crq vhd dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 619 Page 183
3612 Men will be lesse to us then was expected, if we expect too much from them, Men will be less to us then was expected, if we expect too much from them, np1 vmb vbi av-dc p-acp pno12 av vbds vvn, cs pns12 vvb av av-d p-acp pno32, (11) chapter (DIV2) 619 Page 183
3613 or more from them, then is meete. or more from them, then is meet. cc av-dc p-acp pno32, av vbz j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 619 Page 183
3614 For though one man may have a little more height and largenesse of parts and gifts, in that which is either acquired or infused, For though one man may have a little more height and largeness of parts and Gifts, in that which is either acquired or infused, p-acp cs crd n1 vmb vhi dt j dc n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp d r-crq vbz av-d vvn cc vvn, (11) chapter (DIV2) 619 Page 183
3615 then his neighbour, yet what man is there in the world, but hath his match, & shall finde his measure in some other men; then his neighbour, yet what man is there in the world, but hath his match, & shall find his measure in Some other men; cs po31 n1, av q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vhz po31 n1, cc vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp d j-jn n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 619 Page 183
3616 yea, though some men exceedingly out-goe others, yet their equalls may be found among men, no man out-goes all men: yea, though Some men exceedingly outgo Others, yet their equals may be found among men, no man outgoes all men: uh, cs d n2 av-vvg vvi n2-jn, av po32 n2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, dx n1 vvz d n2: (11) chapter (DIV2) 619 Page 183
3617 The best of men have but the measure of a man. Secondly, Take this Caution from it; The best of men have but the measure of a man. Secondly, Take this Caution from it; dt js pp-f n2 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. ord, vvb d n1 p-acp pn31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 619 Page 183
3618 Let no man make a God of himselfe, or look upon himselfe as if he were in his measure beyond all other men. Let no man make a God of himself, or look upon himself as if he were in his measure beyond all other men. vvb dx n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f px31, cc vvb p-acp px31 p-acp cs pns31 vbdr p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d j-jn n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 183
3619 We are very apt to doe so. We Are very apt to do so. pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vdi av. (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 183
3620 And if we have but little more then some others, we are ready to thinke we have more then all others, And if we have but little more then Some Others, we Are ready to think we have more then all Others, cc cs pns12 vhb p-acp j av-dc cs d n2-jn, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pns12 vhb dc cs d n2-jn, (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 183
3621 or to look upon our selves as if we transcended the measure of mankinde, and so swell presently with pride and selfe-conceit; or to look upon our selves as if we transcended the measure of mankind, and so swell presently with pride and Self-conceit; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 c-acp cs pns12 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvb av-j p-acp n1 cc n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 183
3623 Not a few esteeme themselves so unparalell'd in the parts and beauty of their bodies, that they despise others, Not a few esteem themselves so unparalleled in the parts and beauty of their bodies, that they despise Others, xx dt d vvb px32 av j p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, cst pns32 vvb n2-jn, (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 184
3624 and many doe it in reference to the endowments and abilities of their minds; and many do it in Referente to the endowments and abilities of their minds; cc d vdb pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 184
3625 they have such a quicknesse of understanding, such a strength of memory, such a fluency of speech, such a depth of reason, such power of arguing, they have such a quickness of understanding, such a strength of memory, such a fluency of speech, such a depth of reason, such power of arguing, pns32 vhb d dt n1 pp-f n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1, d n1 pp-f vvg, (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 184
3626 as they suppose none can match them or measure with them. All such have forgotten that they are but men. as they suppose none can match them or measure with them. All such have forgotten that they Are but men. c-acp pns32 vvb pix vmb vvi pno32 cc vvb p-acp pno32. av-d d vhb vvn cst pns32 vbr p-acp n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 184
3627 Therefore as no man should admire another, so let him not thinke highly of himselfe, let him rather thinke that though possibly there are some below him, Therefore as no man should admire Another, so let him not think highly of himself, let him rather think that though possibly there Are Some below him, av c-acp dx n1 vmd vvi j-jn, av vvb pno31 xx vvi av-j pp-f px31, vvb pno31 av-c vvi cst cs av-j a-acp vbr d p-acp pno31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 184
3628 yet there may be many, yea a great many more above him, and enow that are upon the same levell with him. yet there may be many, yea a great many more above him, and enough that Are upon the same level with him. av pc-acp vmb vbi d, uh dt j d dc p-acp pno31, cc av-d d vbr p-acp dt d n-jn p-acp pno31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 184
3629 I am according to thy wish or measure, saith Elihu. In Gods stead. I am according to thy wish or measure, Says Elihu. In God's stead. pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1 cc n1, vvz np1. p-acp npg1 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 620 Page 184
3630 But how came Elihu to be in Gods stead? had he a Commission from God to undertake Job? was he, But how Come Elihu to be in God's stead? had he a Commission from God to undertake Job? was he, cc-acp q-crq vvd np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp ng1 n1? vhd pns31 dt n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi np1? vbds pns31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 621 Page 184
3631 as I may say, Gods Delegate or Ambassador? did God send him out upon this errand? if not, as I may say, God's Delegate or Ambassador? did God send him out upon this errand? if not, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, n2 vvb cc n1? vdd np1 vvi pno31 av p-acp d n1? cs xx, (11) chapter (DIV2) 621 Page 184
3632 why did he take so much to himselfe, as to say, I am according to thy wish in Gods stead? why did he take so much to himself, as to say, I am according to thy wish in God's stead? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi av av-d p-acp px31, c-acp pc-acp vvi, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po21 n1 p-acp ng1 n1? (11) chapter (DIV2) 621 Page 184
3633 I cannot say, that Elihu had any formall Commission to come out, and appeare in Gods stead, I cannot say, that Elihu had any formal Commission to come out, and appear in God's stead, pns11 vmbx vvi, cst np1 vhd d j n1 pc-acp vvi av, cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 622 Page 184
3634 as an Atturny appeares in stead of his Client, or as an Ambassador in the stead of his Prince; as an attorney appears in stead of his Client, or as an Ambassador in the stead of his Prince; c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 622 Page 184
3635 But doubtlesse Elihu had an equivalent or virtuall Commssion, even a mighty impression upon his spirit, by the Spirit of God to doe so; But doubtless Elihu had an equivalent or virtual Commission, even a mighty impression upon his Spirit, by the Spirit of God to do so; cc-acp av-j np1 vhd dt j cc j n1, av dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi av; (11) chapter (DIV2) 622 Page 184
3636 his heart was drawne out secretly, but strongly to stand up and undertake for God, towards the determination of this long continued dispute. his heart was drawn out secretly, but strongly to stand up and undertake for God, towards the determination of this long continued dispute. po31 n1 vbds vvn av av-jn, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j j-vvn n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 622 Page 184
3637 I am (saith he) in Gods stead or place; I am (Says he) in God's stead or place; pns11 vbm (vvz pns31) p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 622 Page 184
3638 in that place which if God himselfe should supply, he would be a dread and a terrour to thee. in that place which if God himself should supply, he would be a dread and a terror to thee. p-acp d n1 r-crq cs np1 px31 vmd vvi, pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 622 Page 184
3639 But I a man of like passions as thy selfe, and being here in Gods behalfe, But I a man of like passion as thy self, and being Here in God's behalf, p-acp pns11 dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp po21 n1, cc vbg av p-acp ng1 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 622 Page 184
3640 and by his authority, in his name and for his glory to speak unto thee, I shall yet speak according to the measure of a man, and by his Authority, in his name and for his glory to speak unto thee, I shall yet speak according to the measure of a man, cc p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, pns11 vmb av vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 622 Page 184
3641 and therefore, thou needest not feare that my terrour should make thee afraid, I am in Gods stead. Hence note. and Therefore, thou Needest not Fear that my terror should make thee afraid, I am in God's stead. Hence note. cc av, pns21 vv2 xx vvi cst po11 n1 vmd vvi pno21 j, pns11 vbm p-acp ng1 n1. av vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 622 Page 184
3642 They who speak to others about the things of God, should speak as God, or as put in Gods place and stead. They who speak to Others about the things of God, should speak as God, or as put in God's place and stead. pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vmd vvi p-acp np1, cc c-acp vvn p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 623 Page 184
3643 'Tis enough to make all the Ministers of Christ tremble and cry out in the Apostles words, Who is sufficient for these things? to remember that when they speake to men, they speake in Gods stead. It's enough to make all the Ministers of christ tremble and cry out in the Apostles words, Who is sufficient for these things? to Remember that when they speak to men, they speak in God's stead. pn31|vbz d pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi cc vvi av p-acp dt n2 n2, r-crq vbz j p-acp d n2? pc-acp vvi cst c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n2, pns32 vvb p-acp ng1 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3644 We (saith the same Apostle, 2 Cor: 5.20.) are Ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us, we pray you in Christs stead, be yee reconciled to God. We (Says the same Apostle, 2 Cor: 5.20.) Are ambassadors for christ, as though God did beseech you by us, we pray you in Christ stead, be ye reconciled to God. pns12 (vvz dt d n1, crd fw-la: crd.) vbr n2 p-acp np1, c-acp cs np1 vdd vvi pn22 p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb pn22 p-acp npg1 n1, vbb pn22 vvn p-acp np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3645 Thus spake he who had indeed an immediate call and commission from God; Thus spoke he who had indeed an immediate call and commission from God; av vvd pns31 r-crq vhd av dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3646 and they who have not such an immediate call and commission as he had, yet speaking of or about the things of God; and they who have not such an immediate call and commission as he had, yet speaking of or about the things of God; cc pns32 r-crq vhb xx d dt j n1 cc n1 c-acp pns31 vhd, av vvg pp-f cc a-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3647 and coming in the name of God, they should speake as placed in Gods stead. and coming in the name of God, they should speak as placed in God's stead. cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmd vvi c-acp vvn p-acp npg1 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3648 And if the Ministers of Christ ought to speake as in Gods stead, then surely they that heare, should heare them as speaking in Gods stead. And if the Ministers of christ ought to speak as in God's stead, then surely they that hear, should hear them as speaking in God's stead. cc cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd p-acp vvi a-acp p-acp ng1 n1, av av-j pns32 cst vvb, vmd vvi pno32 p-acp vvg p-acp ng1 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3649 The Apostle testifies of the Galathians (Gal: 4.14.) My temptation which was in my flesh ye despised not, The Apostle Testifies of the Galatians (Gall: 4.14.) My temptation which was in my Flesh you despised not, dt n1 vvz pp-f dt np2 (n1: crd.) po11 n1 r-crq vbds p-acp po11 n1 pn22 vvd xx, (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3650 nor rejected, but received me as an Angel of God, even as Christ Jesus. nor rejected, but received me as an Angel of God, even as christ jesus. ccx vvn, cc-acp vvd pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av c-acp np1 np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3651 Ye received me not only as an Angel or messenger of Christ, but as if Christ had been there in person, so did ye receive me. You received me not only as an Angel or Messenger of christ, but as if christ had been there in person, so did you receive me. pn22 vvd pno11 xx av-j c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp c-acp cs np1 vhd vbn a-acp p-acp n1, av vdd pn22 vvi pno11. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3652 He gives the same testimony of the Thessalonians (1 Thes: 2.13.) For this cause also thanke we God without ceasing, He gives the same testimony of the Thessalonians (1 These: 2.13.) For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, pns31 vvz dt d n1 pp-f dt njp2 (vvd d: crd.) p-acp d n1 av vvb pns12 np1 p-acp vvg, (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3653 because when ye received the word of God, which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of man, Because when you received the word of God, which you herd of us, you received it not as the word of man, c-acp c-crq pn22 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pn22 vvd pp-f pno12, pn22 vvd pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3654 but (as it is in truth) the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that beleeve. but (as it is in truth) the word of God, which effectually works also in you that believe. cc-acp (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1) dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av-j vvz av p-acp pn22 cst vvb. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3655 I doe not say, that what every man speaketh about the things of God, is presently to be taken for the word of God, I do not say, that what every man speaks about the things of God, is presently to be taken for the word of God, pns11 vdb xx vvi, cst r-crq d n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3656 or as if God spake it. or as if God spoke it. cc c-acp cs np1 vvd pn31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3657 But if that be his scope and purpose, if that be his Theame and his businesse, But if that be his scope and purpose, if that be his Theme and his business, p-acp cs d vbb po31 n1 cc n1, cs d vbb po31 n1 cc po31 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3658 if that be the subject matter and substance of his speech, Then he (as to the body of his speech) is to be lookt upon as uttering the word and minde of God in Gods stead. if that be the Subject matter and substance of his speech, Then he (as to the body of his speech) is to be looked upon as uttering the word and mind of God in God's stead. cs d vbb dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs pns31 (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp c-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp npg1 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3659 'Tis a very great means to advance our profit in hearing the word, when they who speak it are lookt upon as speaking in Gods stead, It's a very great means to advance our profit in hearing the word, when they who speak it Are looked upon as speaking in God's stead, pn31|vbz dt j j n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, c-crq pns32 r-crq vvb pn31 vbr vvn p-acp c-acp vvg p-acp ng1 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3660 and not bringing an errand of their owne. and not bringing an errand of their own. cc xx vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 d. (11) chapter (DIV2) 624 Page 185
3661 Before I passe from this first clause of the verse, I shall briefely touch two other readings and interpretations of it. First, thus; Before I pass from this First clause of the verse, I shall briefly touch two other readings and interpretations of it. First, thus; c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d ord n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd n-jn n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f pn31. ord, av; (11) chapter (DIV2) 625 Page 185
3662 Behold, I am, as if thy mouth were to God; Behold, I am, as if thy Mouth were to God; vvb, pns11 vbm, c-acp cs po21 n1 vbdr p-acp np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 626 Page 185
3663 that is, thou needest not as thou hast wished to goe or addresse to God himselfe for the laying open of thy cause, the matter may be done between me and thee, that is, thou Needest not as thou hast wished to go or address to God himself for the laying open of thy cause, the matter may be done between me and thee, cst vbz, pns21 vv2 xx c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 px31 p-acp dt vvg j pp-f po21 n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vdn p-acp pno11 cc pno21, (11) chapter (DIV2) 626 Page 185
3664 even as if thou hadst spoken to God himselfe. even as if thou Hadst spoken to God himself. av c-acp cs pns21 vhd2 vvn p-acp np1 px31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 626 Page 185
3747 Though but clay, yet how scaringly doe some men look and Lord it over their brethren! Though but clay, yet how scaringly do Some men look and Lord it over their brothers! cs p-acp n1, av c-crq av-j vdb d n2 vvb cc n1 pn31 p-acp po32 n2! (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3665 Secondly, Some render those latter words not in Gods stead as we, But, in respect of God. As if he had said, In respect of God, I stand in the same proportion, Secondly, some render those latter words not in God's stead as we, But, in respect of God. As if he had said, In respect of God, I stand in the same proportion, ord, d vvb d d n2 xx p-acp npg1 n1 c-acp pns12, cc-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f np1. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb p-acp dt d n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 627 Page 185
3666 or upon the same terms with thy selfe, for he is the God of us both, or upon the same terms with thy self, for he is the God of us both, cc p-acp dt d n2 p-acp po21 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno12 d, (11) chapter (DIV2) 627 Page 186
3667 nor did God make me of any better or more excellent matter then thou art made of; nor did God make me of any better or more excellent matter then thou art made of; ccx vdd np1 vvi pno11 pp-f d j cc av-dc j n1 cs pns21 vb2r vvn pp-f; (11) chapter (DIV2) 627 Page 186
3668 which he fully expresseth in the close of the verse, as it followeth. I also am formed out of the Clay. which he Fully Expresses in the close of the verse, as it follows. I also am formed out of the Clay. r-crq pns31 av-j vvz p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vvz. pns11 av vbm vvn av pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 627 Page 186
3669 These words are another argument (as was shewed when I gave the prospect of the whole Context) why Job should heare Elihu; I am in Gods stead indeed, These words Are Another argument (as was showed when I gave the prospect of the Whole Context) why Job should hear Elihu; I am in God's stead indeed, d n2 vbr j-jn n1 (c-acp vbds vvn c-crq pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1) q-crq np1 vmd vvi np1; pns11 vbm p-acp ng1 n1 av, (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3670 but I am a poore creature, moulded out of the dust, made up of earth, as thou art; but I am a poor creature, moulded out of the dust, made up of earth, as thou art; cc-acp pns11 vbm dt j n1, vvn av pp-f dt n1, vvd a-acp pp-f n1, c-acp pns21 vb2r; (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3671 I also am formed out of the Clay; therefore stand up, answer me, and feare not; answer me and spare not. I also am formed out of the Clay; Therefore stand up, answer me, and Fear not; answer me and spare not. pns11 av vbm vvn av pp-f dt n1; av vvb a-acp, vvb pno11, cc vvb xx; vvb pno11 cc vvb xx. (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3672 The highest and holyest that ever dispenced the minde of God, in Gods stead, to his Church and people here on earth, were made of earth, The highest and Holiest that ever dispensed the mind of God, in God's stead, to his Church and people Here on earth, were made of earth, dt js cc js cst av vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ng1 n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 av p-acp n1, vbdr vvn pp-f n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3673 and were formed out of Clay. and were formed out of Clay. cc vbdr vvn av pp-f n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3674 The Apostle makes that humble confession of himselfe and fellow-Apostles (2 Cor: 4.6.) We have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power might be of God. The Apostle makes that humble Confessi of himself and fellow-Apostles (2 Cor: 4.6.) We have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power might be of God. dt n1 vvz d j n1 pp-f px31 cc n2 (crd fw-la: crd.) pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp j n2, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi pp-f np1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3675 The weakness of the instrument lifts up the glory of the superior agent. The weakness of the Instrument lifts up the glory of the superior agent. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3676 They who by commission are the Ministers of God, and so in Gods stead, are yet but, They who by commission Are the Ministers of God, and so in God's stead, Are yet but, pns32 r-crq p-acp n1 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av p-acp ng1 n1, vbr av p-acp, (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3677 as other men, in their naturall structure and constitution. ( Acts 10.26.) when Cornelius gave too much respect, a kinde of Adoration to Peter, he forbad him, saying, Stand up, I also am a man. as other men, in their natural structure and constitution. (Acts 10.26.) when Cornelius gave too much respect, a kind of Adoration to Peter, he forbade him, saying, Stand up, I also am a man. c-acp j-jn n2, p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. (n2 crd.) q-crq np1 vvd av d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd pno31, vvg, vvb a-acp, pns11 av vbm dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3678 As if he had said with Elihu, I am formed out of the clay as well as thee. As if he had said with Elihu, I am formed out of the clay as well as thee. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vbm vvn av pp-f dt n1 c-acp av c-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3679 There is a respect due to the persons of men, and much more to the Messengers of God, There is a respect due to the Persons of men, and much more to the Messengers of God, pc-acp vbz dt n1 j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc av-d av-dc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3680 yet too much may soone be given; I will none of that, saith Peter; I also am a man. yet too much may soon be given; I will none of that, Says Peter; I also am a man. av av av-d vmb av vbi vvn; pns11 vmb pix pp-f d, vvz np1; pns11 av vbm dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3681 So Paul and Barnabas (Acts 14.15.) when the people were so hightned in their ignorant respects, that they would have sacrificed to them, So Paul and Barnabas (Acts 14.15.) when the people were so heightened in their ignorant respects, that they would have sacrificed to them, av np1 cc np1 (n2 crd.) c-crq dt n1 vbdr av vvn p-acp po32 j n2, cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno32, (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3682 as Gods, They rent their cloathes (as in case of blasphemy) and ran in among the people, crying out and saying, Sirs, as God's, They rend their clothes (as in case of blasphemy) and ran in among the people, crying out and saying, Sirs, c-acp n2, pns32 vvb po32 n2 (c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1) cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvg av cc vvg, n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3683 why doe ye these things? We also are men subject to like passions with you, &c. I am also [ formed ] or as the Hebrew signifies, Cut out of the Clay. why do you these things? We also Are men Subject to like passion with you, etc. I am also [ formed ] or as the Hebrew signifies, cut out of the Clay. q-crq vdb pn22 d n2? pns12 av vbr n2 j-jn p-acp j n2 p-acp pn22, av pns11 vbm av [ vvn ] cc p-acp dt njp vvz, vvn av pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 628 Page 186
3684 As the potter cuts off a rude lump of clay from the whole masse of clay before him, to make a vessel of it; As the potter cuts off a rude lump of clay from the Whole mass of clay before him, to make a vessel of it; p-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 629 Page 186
3687 yet we may all look upon our selves as having the same originall; we are cut out of the clay, and formed out of the dust. Hence note. yet we may all look upon our selves as having the same original; we Are Cut out of the clay, and formed out of the dust. Hence note. av pns12 vmb d vvi p-acp po12 n2 c-acp vhg dt d n-jn; pns12 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc vvd av pp-f dt n1. av vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 629 Page 186
3688 For the matter all men have one originall. I also am formed out of Clay. I have heretofore met with this poynt, and therefore passe it here. For the matter all men have one original. I also am formed out of Clay. I have heretofore met with this point, and Therefore pass it Here. p-acp dt n1 d n2 vhb pi j-jn. pns11 av vbm vvn av pp-f n1. pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp d n1, cc av vvi pn31 av. (11) chapter (DIV2) 630 Page 187
3689 Secondly, From the scope of Elihu, Note. The consideration of our common condition, should fit us with compassion one to another; Secondly, From the scope of Elihu, Note. The consideration of our Common condition, should fit us with compassion one to Another; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1. dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1 crd p-acp n-jn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 632 Page 187
3690 much more should it keep us from insulting over one another. Elihu used this expression, to assure Job that he would deale very tenderly with him; much more should it keep us from insulting over one Another. Elihu used this expression, to assure Job that he would deal very tenderly with him; d dc vmd pn31 vvi pno12 p-acp vvg p-acp crd j-jn. np1 vvd d n1, pc-acp vvi n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi av av-j p-acp pno31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 633 Page 187
3691 What, dost thou think, that I who am a piece of clay will insult over thee, who art as good a piece of clay as I? why should one earthen vessel dash hard upon another? When we are tempted to pride in our selves, let us remember that we are clay, What, dost thou think, that I who am a piece of clay will insult over thee, who art as good a piece of clay as I? why should one earthen vessel dash hard upon Another? When we Are tempted to pride in our selves, let us Remember that we Are clay, q-crq, vd2 pns21 vvi, cst pns11 r-crq vbm dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, q-crq vb2r a-acp j dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns11? q-crq vmd pi j n1 vvb av-j p-acp j-jn? c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvb pno12 vvi cst pns12 vbr n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 634 Page 187
3692 when we are provoked to anger against our brethren, or to any harsh and rigorous dealing with them, let us remember that we also are clay, that our pedigree and our stock is from the dust as well as others. when we Are provoked to anger against our brothers, or to any harsh and rigorous dealing with them, let us Remember that we also Are clay, that our pedigree and our stock is from the dust as well as Others. c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp d j cc j n-vvg p-acp pno32, vvb pno12 vvi cst pns12 av vbr n1, cst po12 n1 cc po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp n2-jn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 634 Page 187
3693 If our feet be but a little fouled, we think our selves somewhat humbled by it, If our feet be but a little fouled, we think our selves somewhat humbled by it, cs po12 n2 vbb p-acp dt j vvn, pns12 vvb po12 n2 av vvn p-acp pn31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 634 Page 187
3694 if but a little dirt stick to our shoes, or hang about our cloaths, we are somewhat ashamed of our selves, if but a little dirt stick to our shoes, or hang about our clothes, we Are somewhat ashamed of our selves, cs p-acp dt j n1 vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vbr av j pp-f po12 n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 634 Page 187
3695 yet the truth is, we are all dust, all clay, all mire, we are nothing as to our bodyes, yet the truth is, we Are all dust, all clay, all mire, we Are nothing as to our bodies, av dt n1 vbz, pns12 vbr d n1, d n1, d n1, pns12 vbr pix p-acp p-acp po12 n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 634 Page 187
3696 but a little living dust and breathing clay, why then should we be lifted up in high thoughts of our selves? I might hence also give a third note; but a little living dust and breathing clay, why then should we be lifted up in high thoughts of our selves? I might hence also give a third note; cc-acp dt j j-vvg n1 cc j-vvg n1, uh-crq av vmd pns12 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j n2 pp-f po12 n2? pns11 vmd av av vvi dt ord n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 634 Page 187
3697 'Tis a common Theame, but of important usefulnesse. Man is a very fraile creature, he is clay. It's a Common Theme, but of important usefulness. Man is a very frail creature, he is clay. pn31|vbz dt j n1, cc-acp pp-f j n1. n1 vbz dt av j n1, pns31 vbz n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 634 Page 187
3698 But having had occasion to speak to this also heretofore, I shall not stay upon it. But having had occasion to speak to this also heretofore, I shall not stay upon it. cc-acp vhg vhn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d av av, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 635 Page 187
3699 Only consider, that, as man is clay, so he is returning to clay, yea turning into clay. Only Consider, that, as man is clay, so he is returning to clay, yea turning into clay. j vvb, cst, c-acp n1 vbz n1, av pns31 vbz vvg p-acp n1, uh vvg p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 635 Page 187
3700 We are but a little well compacted and compounded dust, and we shall ere long crumble into dust. We Are but a little well compacted and compounded dust, and we shall ere long crumble into dust. pns12 vbr p-acp dt j av vvn cc j-vvn n1, cc pns12 vmb p-acp av-j vvi p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 635 Page 187
3701 We are every day going back, and shall shortly be gone back to what at first we were. We Are every day going back, and shall shortly be gone back to what At First we were. pns12 vbr d n1 vvg av, cc vmb av-j vbi vvn av p-acp r-crq p-acp ord pns12 vbdr. (11) chapter (DIV2) 635 Page 187
3702 These considerations should wither and nip the buddings of selfe-confidence, and bring down the height of mans spirit; These considerations should wither and nip the buddings of self-confidence, and bring down the height of men Spirit; np1 n2 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 635 Page 187
3703 I also am formed out of the clay. I also am formed out of the clay. pns11 av vbm vvn av pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 635 Page 187
3704 We may take notice of one thing farther, Elihu speaking here of his own naturall formation, gives it in this stile; We may take notice of one thing farther, Elihu speaking Here of his own natural formation, gives it in this style; pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f crd n1 av-jc, np1 vvg av pp-f po31 d j n1, vvz pn31 p-acp d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3705 I also am formed out of the clay. I also am formed out of the clay. pns11 av vbm vvn av pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3706 This is a peculiar Scripture-expression, or the proper phrase of the holy Ghost, not of a heathen Author, Poet, or Orator. This is a peculiar Scripture expression, or the proper phrase of the holy Ghost, not of a heathen Author, Poet, or Orator. d vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, xx pp-f dt j-jn n1, n1, cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3707 They at best had only some rude notions about this mystery of mans originall, His formation by the power of God out of the earth. They At best had only Some rude notions about this mystery of men original, His formation by the power of God out of the earth. pns32 p-acp av-js vhd av-j d j n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f ng1 j-jn, po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3708 Which may enforme us, that the Saints and people of God in those elder and darker times, were familiarly acquainted with the doctrine of the creation, and knew well how to speake in a Scripture language, Which may inform us, that the Saints and people of God in those elder and Darker times, were familiarly acquainted with the Doctrine of the creation, and knew well how to speak in a Scripture language, r-crq vmb vvi pno12, cst dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n-jn cc jc n2, vbdr av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd av c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3709 though they had not then the written word or Scriptures; though they had not then the written word or Scriptures; cs pns32 vhd xx av dt j-vvn n1 cc n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3710 For 'tis a question whether these transactions were before the giving of the Law or after; For it's a question whither these transactions were before the giving of the Law or After; c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 cs d n2 vbdr p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 cc a-acp; (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3711 However, they were versed in Scripture truths, and in those formes of speech by which God gave out his minde to their forefathers. However, they were versed in Scripture truths, and in those forms of speech by which God gave out his mind to their Forefathers. c-acp, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 n2, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd av po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3712 Here's Scripture phrase, I also am formed out of the clay. Here's Scripture phrase, I also am formed out of the clay. av|vbz n1 n1, pns11 av vbm vvn av pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3713 And therefore Elihu, as sencible of anothers frailty by the experience which he had of his own, subjoynes this Assurance of his respect to Job's weakness in what he should further say. And Therefore Elihu, as sensible of another's frailty by the experience which he had of his own, subjoins this Assurance of his respect to Job's weakness in what he should further say. cc av np1, p-acp j pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd pp-f po31 d, vvz d n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd av-jc vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3714 Vers. 7. Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavie upon thee. Vers. 7. Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee. np1 crd vvb, po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 j, dx vmb po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 636 Page 188
3715 Elihu had given Job much security already that he would deale fairely with him; and here he gives him a promise for it; As if he had said; Elihu had given Job much security already that he would deal fairly with him; and Here he gives him a promise for it; As if he had said; np1 vhd vvn np1 d n1 av cst pns31 vmd vvi av-j p-acp pno31; cc av pns31 vvz pno31 dt n1 p-acp pn31; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3716 I give thee my hand, I plight thee my truth, that my terror shall not make thee afraid, I give thee my hand, I plighted thee my truth, that my terror shall not make thee afraid, pns11 vvb pno21 po11 n1, pns11 vvb pno21 po11 n1, cst po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 j, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3717 nor shall my hand be heavie upon thee. nor shall my hand be heavy upon thee. ccx vmb po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3718 The vulgar translation reads, my miracles (or what I will doe in any strange and unusuall way) shall not terrifie thee. Indeed miracles haue a kinde of terror in them; The Vulgar Translation reads, my Miracles (or what I will do in any strange and unusual Way) shall not terrify thee. Indeed Miracles have a kind of terror in them; dt j n1 vvz, po11 n2 (cc r-crq pns11 vmb vdi p-acp d j cc j n1) vmb xx vvi pno21. av n2 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3719 But we need not put such a straine upon the Text. The word which we translate terror, signifies that which is most terrible and dreadfull to man, But we need not put such a strain upon the Text. The word which we translate terror, signifies that which is most terrible and dreadful to man, cc-acp pns12 vvb xx vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt np1 dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb n1, vvz cst r-crq vbz av-ds j cc j p-acp n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3720 even the Magistrates throne, the presence of great Princes; even the Magistrates throne, the presence of great Princes; av dt ng1 n1, dt n1 pp-f j n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3721 of which Solomon saith ( Pro: 20.28.) The King sitting upon the throne, scattereth all evill with his eyes; of which Solomon Says (Pro: 20.28.) The King sitting upon the throne, Scattereth all evil with his eyes; pp-f r-crq np1 vvz (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvz d n-jn p-acp po31 n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3722 that is, with the terrible looks of Majesty which God hath stampt upon him. that is, with the terrible looks of Majesty which God hath stamped upon him. cst vbz, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3723 The Prophet ( Jer: 50.38.) useth this word to expresse idols or false Gods by; The Prophet (Jer: 50.38.) uses this word to express Idols or false God's by; dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc j n2 p-acp; (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3724 and he c•lls them so either in a holy scorne; and he c•lls them so either in a holy scorn; cc pns31 vvz pno32 av av-d p-acp dt j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 188
3725 O these dumbe idolls which have eyes and see not, eares and heare not, feete and walke not, are doubtlesse very shrewd and terrible things, are they not? have we not great reason to feare what these doughty Gods will say or doe, who can neither say nor doe any thing? Thus he might call them in a way of scorne: O these dumb Idols which have eyes and see not, ears and hear not, feet and walk not, Are doubtless very shrewd and terrible things, Are they not? have we not great reason to Fear what these doughty God's will say or do, who can neither say nor doe any thing? Thus he might call them in a Way of scorn: sy d j n2 r-crq vhb n2 cc vvb xx, n2 cc vvb xx, n2 cc vvb xx, vbr av-j av j cc j n2, vbr pns32 xx? vhb pns12 xx j n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq d j n2 vmb vvi cc vdb, r-crq vmb av-dx vvi ccx n1 d n1? av pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3808 God hath not made his Ministers Lyons to scare his flock, nor Bulls to gore them, God hath not made his Ministers Lyons to scare his flock, nor Bulls to gore them, np1 vhz xx vvn po31 n2 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, ccx n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 193
3726 or he calls those Idolls terrible things Jehim, from the event, because foolish, vaine, ignorant men, did exceedingly feare them, or he calls those Idols terrible things Jehim, from the event, Because foolish, vain, ignorant men, did exceedingly Fear them, cc pns31 vvz d n2 j n2 vvi, p-acp dt n1, c-acp j, j, j n2, vdd av-vvg vvi pno32, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3727 or were much terrified by them, and God left them to their owne feares and terrors, or were much terrified by them, and God left them to their own fears and terrors, cc vbdr d vvn p-acp pno32, cc np1 vvd pno32 p-acp po32 d n2 cc n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3728 as he spake by the Prophet ( Isa: 66.4.) I also will chuse their delusions, as he spoke by the Prophet (Isaiah: 66.4.) I also will choose their delusions, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 av vmb vvi po32 n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3729 and bring their feares upon them. and bring their fears upon them. cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3730 As if he had said, Because they being vainely deluded, have chosen to feare that which was not to be feared, As if he had said, Because they being vainly deluded, have chosen to Fear that which was not to be feared, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-acp pns32 vbg av-j vvn, vhb vvn pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbds xx pc-acp vbi vvn, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3731 therefore I also will make this my choyce to bring that upon them which they feared, Therefore I also will make this my choice to bring that upon them which they feared, av pns11 av vmb vvi d po11 n1 pc-acp vvi cst p-acp pno32 r-crq pns32 vvd, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3732 and hoped to avoyd by following and worshipping Idolls, or by their Idolatrous worship. and hoped to avoid by following and worshipping Idols, or by their Idolatrous worship. cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg cc vvg n2, cc p-acp po32 j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3733 Now whereas Job was afraid of the terror of the true God, Elihu, who presented himselfe in Gods stead, tells him, my terror shall not make thee afraid. Now whereas Job was afraid of the terror of the true God, Elihu, who presented himself in God's stead, tells him, my terror shall not make thee afraid. av cs n1 vbds j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, np1, r-crq vvd px31 p-acp npg1 n1, vvz pno31, po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3734 And we may well conceive, that Elihu spake this ironically concerning himselfe; And we may well conceive, that Elihu spoke this ironically Concerning himself; cc pns12 vmb av vvi, cst np1 vvd d av-j vvg px31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3735 for having sayd before, I am but a piece of clay, surely then my terror cannot make thee afraid. for having said before, I am but a piece of clay, surely then my terror cannot make thee afraid. c-acp vhg vvn a-acp, pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j av po11 n1 vmbx vvi pno21 j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3736 What terribleness is there in a piece of clay, in a clod of earth? What are the most terrible of the sons of men, that they should be a terror to us? we ought not to trust in the mightiest among men, What terribleness is there in a piece of clay, in a clod of earth? What Are the most terrible of the Sons of men, that they should be a terror to us? we ought not to trust in the Mightiest among men, q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vbr dt av-ds j pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12? pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js p-acp n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3737 why then should we feare them, or what need we feare them? Who art thou (saith the Prophet, Isa: 51. 1•, 13.) that thou shouldest be afraid of a man that shall dye, why then should we Fear them, or what need we Fear them? Who art thou (Says the Prophet, Isaiah: 51. 1•, 13.) that thou Shouldst be afraid of a man that shall die, uh-crq av vmd pns12 vvi pno32, cc q-crq vvb pns12 vvb pno32? q-crq vb2r pns21 (vvz dt n1, np1: crd. n1, crd) cst pns21 vmd2 vbi j pp-f dt n1 cst vmb vvi, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3738 and of the son of man that shall be made as Grasse? and forgettest the Lord thy maker. and of the son of man that shall be made as Grass? and forgettest the Lord thy maker. cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1? cc vv2 dt n1 po21 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3739 We never feare men unduely, till we doe one of or both these things, either first forget God who made us, We never Fear men unduely, till we do one of or both these things, either First forget God who made us, pns12 av vvb n2 av-j, c-acp pns12 vdb pi pp-f cc d d n2, d ord vvi np1 r-crq vvd pno12, (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3740 or secondly, forget of what other men are made. or secondly, forget of what other men Are made. cc ord, vvb pp-f r-crq j-jn n2 vbr vvn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3741 I am but a piece of clay (saith Elihu ) what matter of terror can I be to thee I wonder? I am but a piece of clay (Says Elihu) what matter of terror can I be to thee I wonder? pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (vvz np1) r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmb pns11 vbi p-acp pno21 pns11 vvb? (11) chapter (DIV2) 637 Page 189
3742 In that Elihu giveth Job such a promise, Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid. Note. In that Elihu gives Job such a promise, Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid. Note. p-acp d np1 vvz n1 d dt n1, vvb, po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 j. n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 638 Page 189
3743 Man should shew himselfe faire and meeke to men, especially to a man in affliction. It is possible for a man, though he be but clay, as another man is, Man should show himself fair and meek to men, especially to a man in affliction. It is possible for a man, though he be but clay, as Another man is, n1 vmd vvi px31 j cc j p-acp n2, av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbb p-acp n1, c-acp j-jn n1 vbz, (11) chapter (DIV2) 639 Page 189
3744 yet to cloath himselfe, as it were, with terror, yea as the neck of the horse is said to be clothed (Job 39.19.) with thunder. He may put on a kinde of dreadfulnesse as a Garment, yet to cloth himself, as it were, with terror, yea as the neck of the horse is said to be clothed (Job 39.19.) with thunder. He may put on a kind of dreadfulness as a Garment, av p-acp n1 px31, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp n1, uh p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn (n1 crd.) p-acp n1. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 189
3745 and appeare very formidable to his brother. and appear very formidable to his brother. cc vvi av j p-acp po31 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 189
3746 Some men indeed appeare to men as a Wolfe to a poore sheepe, or as a Beare and Lyon to a Lamb. some men indeed appear to men as a Wolf to a poor sheep, or as a Bear and lion to a Lamb. d n2 av vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3748 they will rore upon them like a Lion, and rend them like a Beare; clouds and darkness are in their faces, and storme sits upon their browes. they will roar upon them like a lion, and rend them like a Bear; Clouds and darkness Are in their faces, and storm sits upon their brows. pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av-j dt n1, cc vvi pno32 av-j dt n1; n2 cc n1 vbr p-acp po32 n2, cc n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3749 There is a terriblenesse of man to man. There is a terribleness of man to man. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3750 Thus the holy Prophet ( Isa: 25.2.) saith, The blast of the terrible one is like a storme against the wall. Thus the holy Prophet (Isaiah: 25.2.) Says, The blast of the terrible one is like a storm against the wall. av dt j n1 (np1: crd.) vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt j pi vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3751 Yea, some men are not only dreadfull, like savage beasts, but like devills, they even act or play the devill with their brethren. Yea, Some men Are not only dreadful, like savage beasts, but like Devils, they even act or play the Devil with their brothers. uh, d n2 vbr xx av-j j, av-j j-jn n2, cc-acp j n2, pns32 av vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3752 How farre have they departed from their duty, and broken all the lawes of love, which command us to be as God one to another, in kindness, in mercy and compassion? I grant, Magistrates by their place and office are said to be terrible, yea a terror, but it is to evill doers (Rom: 13.3.) Rulers are not a terror to good workes, but to the evill; How Far have they departed from their duty, and broken all the laws of love, which command us to be as God one to Another, in kindness, in mercy and compassion? I grant, Magistrates by their place and office Are said to be terrible, yea a terror, but it is to evil doers (Rom: 13.3.) Rulers Are not a terror to good works, but to the evil; c-crq av-j vhb pns32 vvd p-acp po32 n1, cc vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb pno12 pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 crd p-acp n-jn, p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1? pns11 vvb, n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j, uh dt n1, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn n2 (np1: crd.) n2 vbr xx dt n1 p-acp j n2, cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3753 that is, not to those whose workes are good, but to evill workers. And to them they ought to be a terror; that is, not to those whose works Are good, but to evil workers. And to them they ought to be a terror; cst vbz, xx p-acp d rg-crq n2 vbr j, cc-acp p-acp j-jn n2. cc p-acp pno32 pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3754 For they doe not beare the sword in vaine; that is, to hold it in their hands, or let it rust in the scabbard, and never strike with it; For they do not bear the sword in vain; that is, to hold it in their hands, or let it rust in the scabbard, and never strike with it; c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp j; cst vbz, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av-x vvb p-acp pn31; (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3755 As they are Ministers of God, so avengers towards men, to execute wrath upon him that doth evill. As they Are Ministers of God, so avengers towards men, to execute wrath upon him that does evil. p-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f np1, av n2 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 cst vdz n-jn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3756 Againe, Gospel-Ministers in some cases are to be terrible, they may be Boanergesses, sons of thunder to the obstinate and rebellious, to the proud and presumptuous sinner; Again, Gospel ministers in Some cases Are to be terrible, they may be Boanerges, Sons of thunder to the obstinate and rebellious, to the proud and presumptuous sinner; av, n2 p-acp d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi j, pns32 vmb vbi n2, n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j cc j, p-acp dt j cc j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3757 they must cut him out a portion to his condition, and save him (if it may be) with feare. But the generall temper and carriage of the Ministers of the Gospel is meekness and gentlenesse, they should be full of love and of compassion, instructing even those that oppose themselves, they must Cut him out a portion to his condition, and save him (if it may be) with Fear. But the general temper and carriage of the Ministers of the Gospel is meekness and gentleness, they should be full of love and of compassion, instructing even those that oppose themselves, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 av dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp pno31 (cs pn31 vmb vbi) p-acp n1. p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1 cc n1, pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1, vvg av d cst vvb px32, (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3758 if God peradventure will give them repentance, to the acknowledging of the truth. if God Peradventure will give them Repentance, to the acknowledging of the truth. cs np1 av vmb vvi pno32 n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3759 (2 Tim: 2.25, 26.) The Ministers of Christ must not deale out terror, till there be a necessity of it: (2 Tim: 2.25, 26.) The Ministers of christ must not deal out terror, till there be a necessity of it: (crd np1: crd, crd) dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb xx vvi av n1, c-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31: (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3760 And alwayes they who doe well, or are humbled for the evill which they have done, must be handled tenderly. And always they who do well, or Are humbled for the evil which they have done, must be handled tenderly. cc av pns32 r-crq vdb av, cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n-jn r-crq pns32 vhb vdn, vmb vbi vvn av-j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3761 My terror shall not make thee afraid, Neither shall my hand be heavie upon thee. My terror shall not make thee afraid, Neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee. po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 j, d vmb po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 640 Page 190
3762 My Burthen shall not be heavie upon thee, saith the Chaldee Paraphrase, and so some translate out of the Hebrew, taking the derivation of the word from a roote which signifieth to bow downe the backe, as we doe when a burden is layd upon us. My Burden shall not be heavy upon thee, Says the Chaldee paraphrase, and so Some translate out of the Hebrew, taking the derivation of the word from a root which signifies to bow down the back, as we do when a burden is laid upon us. po11 n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno21, vvz dt np1 n1, cc av d vvb av pp-f dt njp, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp vvb a-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vdb c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12. (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 190
3763 So the word is rendred ( Prov: 16.26.) He that laboureth, labours for himselfe, for his mouth craveth it of him, that's our reading; So the word is rendered (Curae: 16.26.) He that Laboureth, labours for himself, for his Mouth craves it of him, that's our reading; np1 dt n1 vbz vvn (np1: crd.) pns31 cst vvz, vvz p-acp px31, p-acp po31 n1 vvz pn31 pp-f pno31, d po12 n-vvg; (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3764 and we put in the Margent, and his mouth boweth unto him. and we put in the Margin, and his Mouth boweth unto him. cc pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3765 The mouth of a labouring man boweth to him, as begging that he would get and give it something to eate, The Mouth of a labouring man boweth to him, as begging that he would get and give it something to eat, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 vvz p-acp pno31, c-acp vvg cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pn31 pi p-acp vvi, (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3766 and satisfie the craving of his hungry stomacke. and satisfy the craving of his hungry stomach. cc vvi dt vvg pp-f po31 j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3767 'Tis sad to see some poore men so given to Idleness, that they had rather starve then worke, It's sad to see Some poor men so given to Idleness, that they had rather starve then work, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi d j n2 av vvn p-acp n1, cst pns32 vhd av-c vvi cs n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3768 and when (according to the propriety of this text in the Proverbs) their mouth boweth to them, that they would take paines to get a little bread to eate, they had rather endure the burthen of hunger, then the burthen of labour; and when (according to the propriety of this text in the Proverbs) their Mouth boweth to them, that they would take pains to get a little bred to eat, they had rather endure the burden of hunger, then the burden of labour; cc q-crq (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2) po32 n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd vvi n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, pns32 vhd av-c vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3769 But I instance this place only for that word which signifies a burthen, or to burthen. But I instance this place only for that word which signifies a burden, or to burden. cc-acp pns11 n1 d n1 av-j p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz dt n1, cc p-acp n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3770 Those dreadfull Prophecies which mere published against any people in Scripture, are called Burthens. The Burthen of Duma; the burthen of Damascus; the burthen of Babylon; Those dreadful Prophecies which mere published against any people in Scripture, Are called Burdens. The Burden of Duma; the burden of Damascus; the burden of Babylon; d j n2 r-crq j vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, vbr vvn n2. dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 pp-f np1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3771 that is, a prophecy which had a burthen of calamity in it, able to break the backs of the strongest Nations. that is, a prophecy which had a burden of calamity in it, able to break the backs of the Strongest nations. cst vbz, dt n1 r-crq vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt js n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3772 So saith Elihu according to this translation; My burthen shall not be heavie upon thee. Others render it thus, My Eloquence shall not be heavie upon thee; that's farre from the text; So Says Elihu according to this Translation; My burden shall not be heavy upon thee. Others render it thus, My Eloquence shall not be heavy upon thee; that's Far from the text; np1 vvz np1 vvg p-acp d n1; po11 n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno21. ng2-jn vvi pn31 av, po11 n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno21; d|vbz av-j p-acp dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 641 Page 191
3773 yet there is a truth in the thing; yet there is a truth in the thing; av a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 642 Page 191
3774 As if Elihu had said, Though I am about to speake, and have much to speake, As if Elihu had said, Though I am about to speak, and have much to speak, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, cs pns11 vbm a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vhb d pc-acp vvi, (11) chapter (DIV2) 642 Page 191
3775 yet I would not speak such words, nor so many (I hope) as shall be burthensome to thee. yet I would not speak such words, nor so many (I hope) as shall be burdensome to thee. av pns11 vmd xx vvi d n2, ccx av d (pns11 vvb) p-acp vmb vbi j p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 642 Page 191
3776 I would not burthen thee with Eloquence; that is, either with affected Eloquence, or the over-flowings of Eloquence. I would not burden thee with Eloquence; that is, either with affected Eloquence, or the overflowings of Eloquence. pns11 vmd xx n1 pno21 p-acp n1; d vbz, av-d p-acp j-vvn n1, cc dt j pp-f n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 642 Page 191
3777 Multiplicity of expression is very burthensome; multiplicity of expression is very burdensome; n1 pp-f n1 vbz av j; (11) chapter (DIV2) 642 Page 191
3778 nor is any thing in speech more grievous to a wise man, then an unnecessary heape of words. nor is any thing in speech more grievous to a wise man, then an unnecessary heap of words. ccx vbz d n1 p-acp n1 av-dc j p-acp dt j n1, cs dt j n1 pp-f n2. (11) chapter (DIV2) 642 Page 191
3779 They who have a fluency of speech, are usually more pleased to heare themselves speak, then others are to heare them. They who have a fluency of speech, Are usually more pleased to hear themselves speak, then Others Are to hear them. pns32 r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr av-j av-dc vvn pc-acp vvi px32 vvb, cs n2-jn vbr pc-acp vvi pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 642 Page 191
3780 Elihu (according to this reading) spake discreetly, and to the purpose, while he thus engageth to Job; I will not burthen thee with my Eloquence. But I passe that also. Elihu (according to this reading) spoke discreetly, and to the purpose, while he thus engageth to Job; I will not burden thee with my Eloquence. But I pass that also. np1 (vvg p-acp d n-vvg) vvd av-j, cc p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 av vvz p-acp n1; pns11 vmb xx n1 pno21 p-acp po11 n1. cc-acp pns11 vvb cst av. (11) chapter (DIV2) 642 Page 191
3781 We translate fully and clearly to the text; My hand shall not be heavie upon thee. We translate Fully and clearly to the text; My hand shall not be heavy upon thee. pns12 vvb av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1; po11 n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 191
3782 The hand is taken two wayes; properly, and improperly; it is not to be taken properly here; The hand is taken two ways; properly, and improperly; it is not to be taken properly Here; dt n1 vbz vvn crd n2; av-j, cc av-j; pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn av-j av; (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 191
3783 we cannot suspect Elihu of any such rude behaviour, that he would lay a violent hand on Job. Improperly the hand signifies any act of a man towards man; we cannot suspect Elihu of any such rude behaviour, that he would lay a violent hand on Job. Improperly the hand signifies any act of a man towards man; pns12 vmbx vvi np1 pp-f d d j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1. av-j dt n1 vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 191
3784 so a mans words may be his hand; A mans hand may be heavie on him, whom he never touched or came neere, so a men words may be his hand; A men hand may be heavy on him, whom he never touched or Come near, av dt ng1 n2 vmb vbi po31 n1; dt ng1 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, ro-crq pns31 av-x vvd cc vvd av-j, (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 191
3785 yea, a mans hand may be heavie upon him whom he never saw. yea, a men hand may be heavy upon him whom he never saw. uh, dt ng1 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31 ro-crq pns31 av-x vvd. (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 191
3786 Our hand is heavie upon others, not only by outward violence upon the body, but by any pressure upon the mind or inward man; Our hand is heavy upon Others, not only by outward violence upon the body, but by any pressure upon the mind or inward man; po12 n1 vbz j p-acp n2-jn, xx av-j p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3787 our vexing or troubling another, whether by doing or saying that which afflicts him, is the laying of a heavie hand upon him. our vexing or troubling Another, whither by doing or saying that which afflicts him, is the laying of a heavy hand upon him. po12 vvg cc vvg j-jn, cs p-acp vdg cc vvg d r-crq vvz pno31, vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3788 That's the meaning of Elihu; My hand shall not be heavie upon thee; That's the meaning of Elihu; My hand shall not be heavy upon thee; d|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; po11 n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno21; (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3789 that is, I will doe nothing, nor will I say any thing, which (in it selfe) shall be grievous and vexatious to thee. that is, I will do nothing, nor will I say any thing, which (in it self) shall be grievous and vexatious to thee. cst vbz, pns11 vmb vdi pix, ccx vmb pns11 vvi d n1, r-crq (p-acp pn31 n1) vmb vbi j cc j p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3790 We finde David complaining ( Psal: 32.4.) that the hand of God was heavie upon him day and night; We find David complaining (Psalm: 32.4.) that the hand of God was heavy upon him day and night; pns12 vvb np1 vvg (np1: crd.) cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp pno31 n1 cc n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3791 that is, God appeared as displeased with him, he could not get evidence of his love in the pardon of his sin; that is, God appeared as displeased with him, he could not get evidence of his love in the pardon of his since; cst vbz, np1 vvd c-acp vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd xx vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3792 This pressed his soule like an intollerable burthen. Great afflictions of any kinde are a heavie hand upon us. This pressed his soul like an intolerable burden. Great afflictions of any kind Are a heavy hand upon us. d vvd po31 n1 av-j dt j n1. j n2 pp-f d n1 vbr dt j n1 p-acp pno12. (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3793 Elihu who saw the heavie hand of God upon Job already, giveth him this comfortable promise, That he would not adde griefe to his sorrow; Elihu who saw the heavy hand of God upon Job already, gives him this comfortable promise, That he would not add grief to his sorrow; np1 r-crq vvd dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 av, vvz pno31 d j n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3794 My hand shall not be heavie upon thee; I know thou hast thy load already. These latter words are of the same generall importance with the former; My hand shall not be heavy upon thee; I know thou hast thy load already. These latter words Are of the same general importance with the former; po11 n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno21; pns11 vvb pns21 vh2 po21 n1 av. np1 d n2 vbr pp-f dt d j n1 p-acp dt j; (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3795 And we may Note further from them. And we may Note further from them. cc pns12 vmb n1 av-jc p-acp pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3796 Meekness and gentle dealing becomes us while we would reduce others from their error, or reprove them for it. Meekness and gentle dealing becomes us while we would reduce Others from their error, or reprove them for it. n1 cc j n-vvg vvz pno12 cs pns12 vmd vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3797 My hand shall not be heavie upon thee. My hand shall not be heavy upon thee. po11 n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno21. (11) chapter (DIV2) 643 Page 192
3798 The Apostle called God to record concerning the Corinthians (2 Cor: 1.23, 24.) that it was to spare them that he had not come as then to Corinth. As if he had sayd, I was loth to lay so heavie a hand upon you, The Apostle called God to record Concerning the Corinthians (2 Cor: 1.23, 24.) that it was to spare them that he had not come as then to Corinth. As if he had said, I was loath to lay so heavy a hand upon you, dt n1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi vvg dt np1 (crd fw-la: crd, crd) cst pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi pno32 cst pns31 vhd xx vvn c-acp av p-acp np1. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbds j pc-acp vvi av j dt n1 p-acp pn22, (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3799 or deale with such severity, as your case required. or deal with such severity, as your case required. cc vvi p-acp d n1, c-acp po22 n1 vvn. (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3800 And yet he adds, what severity soever I or others shall use towards you, we shall use it, Not for that we have dominion over your faith, And yet he adds, what severity soever I or Others shall use towards you, we shall use it, Not for that we have dominion over your faith, cc av pns31 vvz, r-crq n1 av pns11 cc n2-jn vmb vvi p-acp pn22, pns12 vmb vvi pn31, xx p-acp cst pns12 vhb n1 p-acp po22 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3801 but as helpers of your Joy. but as helpers of your Joy. cc-acp c-acp n2 pp-f po22 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3802 We shall not come with Lordly power upon you, we purpose not to carry it by meere authority and command, but of entreaty and love; We shall not come with Lordly power upon you, we purpose not to carry it by mere Authority and command, but of entreaty and love; pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp pn22, pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n1 cc n1, cc-acp pp-f n1 cc n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3803 we will not Lord it over your consciences, but only regulate them, that your comforts may flow in more freely. we will not Lord it over your Consciences, but only regulate them, that your comforts may flow in more freely. pns12 vmb xx n1 pn31 p-acp po22 n2, cc-acp av-j vvi pno32, cst po22 n2 vmb vvi p-acp av-dc av-j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3804 Hard words are oftentimes more pressing then the hardest blowes. Words may weigh much more upon the spirit, then a heavie burthen upon the backe. Hard words Are oftentimes more pressing then the Hardest blows. Words may weigh much more upon the Spirit, then a heavy burden upon the back. j n2 vbr av av-dc vvg cs dt js n2. n2 vmb vvi d dc p-acp dt n1, cs dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3805 I grant a heavie hand must be layd upon some, there is no other way to deale with them. I grant a heavy hand must be laid upon Some, there is no other Way to deal with them. pns11 vvb dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3806 The word is a hammer and a fire. The word is a hammer and a fire. dt n1 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3807 But as I intimated before, we must distinguish of persons and of causes, and accordingly lay our hand. But as I intimated before, we must distinguish of Persons and of Causes, and accordingly lay our hand. cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f n2 cc pp-f n2, cc av-vvg vvd po12 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 192
3809 but Shepheards to feed them and watch over them. And especially when the hand of God is upon any, our hand should not. but Shepherds to feed them and watch over them. And especially when the hand of God is upon any, our hand should not. cc-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi p-acp pno32. cc av-j c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d, po12 n1 vmd xx. (11) chapter (DIV2) 644 Page 193
3810 For conclusion, take here the laws of a just disputation. For conclusion, take Here the laws of a just disputation. p-acp n1, vvb av dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3811 Elihu in this Preface (I have yet gone no farther) gives Job free leave to answer, Elihu in this Preface (I have yet gone no farther) gives Job free leave to answer, np1 p-acp d n1 (pns11 vhb av vvn av-dx av-jc) vvz n1 j n1 pc-acp vvi, (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3812 and set himselfe to the battaile with him, and promiseth to deale with him in the fairest and in the meetest way he could wish or desire. and Set himself to the battle with him, and promises to deal with him in the Fairest and in the meetest Way he could wish or desire. cc vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt js cc p-acp dt js n1 pns31 vmd vvi cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3813 It is the observation of a moderne Expositer upon this place, considering the equanimity and gentlenesse with which Elihu engaged himselfe to mannage this dispute. It is the observation of a modern Expositor upon this place, considering the equanimity and gentleness with which Elihu engaged himself to manage this dispute. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1, vvg dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvn px31 pc-acp vvi d n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3814 If such a spirit (saith he) could be found as here Elihu professeth in this controversie with Job, how soone might all our controversies be ended; If such a Spirit (Says he) could be found as Here Elihu Professes in this controversy with Job, how soon might all our controversies be ended; cs d dt n1 (vvz pns31) vmd vbi vvn a-acp av np1 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, c-crq av vmd d po12 n2 vbb vvn; (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3815 but we see most men every where magisterially imposing one upon another, yea magistratically. but we see most men every where magisterially imposing one upon Another, yea magistratically. cc-acp pns12 vvb ds n2 d c-crq av-jn vvg pi p-acp n-jn, uh av-j. (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3816 If they cannot impose magesterially, and make others believe what they say, because they say it, If they cannot impose magesterially, and make Others believe what they say, Because they say it, cs pns32 vmbx vvi av-jn, cc vvi n2-jn vvi r-crq pns32 vvb, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31, (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3817 then they will impose magistratically, the Magistrates sword shall make way, if strength of argument cannot. then they will impose magistratically, the Magistrates sword shall make Way, if strength of argument cannot. cs pns32 vmb vvi av-j, dt ng1 n1 vmb vvi n1, cs n1 pp-f n1 vmbx. (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3818 And (saith he) when they have disputed a while and answer is made, they will not receive answer, And (Says he) when they have disputed a while and answer is made, they will not receive answer, cc (vvz pns31) c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, pns32 vmb xx vvi n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3819 but tell of prisons, of sword and fire. but tell of prisons, of sword and fire. cc-acp vvb pp-f n2, pp-f n1 cc n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3820 Thus he taxed the Popish Magistrates of those times, who layed indeed a most heavie hand upon all who submitted not to the Babylonish yoke. Thus he taxed the Popish Magistrates of those times, who laid indeed a most heavy hand upon all who submitted not to the Babylonish yoke. av pns31 vvd dt j n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq vvd av dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d r-crq vvd xx p-acp dt np1 n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3821 And it were well if there were not something of such a spirit, a bitter spirit, And it were well if there were not something of such a Spirit, a bitter Spirit, cc pn31 vbdr av cs pc-acp vbdr xx pi pp-f d dt n1, dt j n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3822 an imposing spirit, a spirit of dominion over the faith of others remaining at this day; an imposing Spirit, a Spirit of dominion over the faith of Others remaining At this day; dt vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn vvg p-acp d n1; (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3823 but that we could with sweetness and gentleness treat about our differencies, and say as this man did (though a man full of zeale for truth) to our dissenters, we will not terrifie you with the Magistrates sword, but that we could with sweetness and gentleness Treat about our differences, and say as this man did (though a man full of zeal for truth) to our dissenters, we will not terrify you with the Magistrates sword, cc-acp cst pns12 vmd p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb p-acp d n1 vdd (c-acp dt n1 j pp-f n1 p-acp n1) p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3824 nor will we deale by subtleness; we will not perswade you by bonds and prisons; nor will we deal by subtleness; we will not persuade you by bonds and prisons; ccx vmb pns12 vvi p-acp n1; pns12 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp n2 cc n2; (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3825 Our terror shall not make you afraid, nor our hand be heavie upon you, neither will we provoke other hands to be heavie on you; Our terror shall not make you afraid, nor our hand be heavy upon you, neither will we provoke other hands to be heavy on you; po12 n1 vmb xx vvi pn22 j, ccx po12 n1 vbi j p-acp pn22, dx vmb pns12 vvi j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn22; (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3826 we will carry all things fairely, amicably, Christianly, waiting in the use of proper meanes, counsels, convictions, we will carry all things fairly, amicably, Christianly, waiting in the use of proper means, Counsels, convictions, pns12 vmb vvi d n2 av-j, av-j, av-jp, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, n2, n2, (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3827 and prayers, till God shall make way into every mans spirit to receive the truth. and Prayers, till God shall make Way into every men Spirit to receive the truth. cc n2, c-acp np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (11) chapter (DIV2) 645 Page 193
3828 Thus farre Elihu hath (like a subtle Orator) prefac'd it with Job, to prepare him for an attentive hearing, for a candid construction of, Thus Far Elihu hath (like a subtle Orator) prefaced it with Job, to prepare him for an attentive hearing, for a candid construction of, av av-j np1 vhz (av-j dt j n1) j pn31 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n-vvg, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f, (11) chapter (DIV2) 646 Page 193
3829 and a ready condiscention to what he had ready to propose, and say. and a ready condescension to what he had ready to propose, and say. cc dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd av-j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi. (11) chapter (DIV2) 646 Page 193
3831 Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have heard the voyce of thy words, saying, Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have herd the voice of thy words, saying, np1 pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n-vvg, cc pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvg, (12) chapter (DIV2) 647 Page 194
3832 I am clean without transgression, I am innocent, neither is there iniquity in me. Behold, he findeth occasions against me, he counteth me for his enemy. I am clean without Transgression, I am innocent, neither is there iniquity in me. Behold, he finds occasions against me, he counteth me for his enemy. pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, pns11 vbm j-jn, av-dx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp pno11. vvb, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp pno11, pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 648 Page 194
3833 He putteth my feet in the stocks, he marketh all my paths. He putteth my feet in the stocks, he marks all my paths. pns31 vvz po11 n2 p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvz d po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 650 Page 194
3834 ELihu having ended his sweet ingenuous and insinuating Preface, falls roundly to his business, and begins a very sharp charge. ELihu having ended his sweet ingenuous and insinuating Preface, falls roundly to his business, and begins a very sharp charge. np1 vhg vvn po31 j j cc j-vvg n1, vvz av p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz dt j j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 651 Page 194
3835 Bitter pills will hardly downe, unlesse guilded over and wrapped in sugar; nor will any mans stomack receive and digest them, unlesse well prepared. Bitter pills will hardly down, unless Guilded over and wrapped in sugar; nor will any men stomach receive and digest them, unless well prepared. j n2 vmb av a-acp, cs vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp n1; ccx vmb d ng1 n1 vvi cc vvi pno32, cs av vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 651 Page 194
3836 Elihu was wise enough to consider this; Elihu was wise enough to Consider this; np1 vbds j av-d pc-acp vvi d; (12) chapter (DIV2) 651 Page 194
3837 He knew well, what he had to say, and with whom to doe, and therefore layd his business accordingly. He knew well, what he had to say, and with whom to do, and Therefore laid his business accordingly. pns31 vvd av, r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp ro-crq pc-acp vdi, cc av vvd po31 n1 av-vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 651 Page 194
3838 In this charge (to give a briefe of the parts of it) Elihu tells Job; first, he had heard him speak ( v: 8.) Secondly, he tells him what he hath heard him speak: In this charge (to give a brief of the parts of it) Elihu tells Job; First, he had herd him speak (v: 8.) Secondly, he tells him what he hath herd him speak: p-acp d n1 (pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31) np1 vvz n1; ord, pns31 vhd vvn pno31 vvi (vmb: crd) ord, pns31 vvz pno31 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno31 vvi: (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 194
3839 And that may fall under these two heads; And that may fallen under these two Heads; cc cst vmb vvi p-acp d crd n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 194
3840 First, that he had heard him justifying himselfe, ( v: 9.) I have heard thee, saying, I am cleane without transgression, I am innocent, First, that he had herd him justifying himself, (v: 9.) I have herd thee, saying, I am clean without Transgression, I am innocent, ord, cst pns31 vhd vvn pno31 vvg px31, (vmb: crd) pns11 vhb vvn pno21, vvg, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, pns11 vbm j-jn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 194
3841 neither is there iniquity in me. Secondly, He had heard him unduely reflecting upon God, and that two wayes; neither is there iniquity in me. Secondly, He had herd him unduely reflecting upon God, and that two ways; av-dx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp pno11. ord, pns31 vhd vvn pno31 av-j vvg p-acp np1, cc d crd n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 194
3842 First, as over-severely observing him, as it were, to gather up matter against him, in the beginning of the 10th verse, First, as oversevere observing him, as it were, to gather up matter against him, in the beginning of the 10th verse, ord, c-acp j vvg pno31, c-acp pn31 vbdr, pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 194
3843 and in the latter end of the 11th. Behold, he findeth occasion against me, and marketh all my paths. and in the latter end of the 11th. Behold, he finds occasion against me, and marks all my paths. cc p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt ord. vvb, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno11, cc vvz d po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 194
3844 That's one reflection, and a very sore one upon God. Secondly, Elihu chargeth him with reflecting upon God, as over-severely dealing with him. That's one reflection, and a very soar one upon God. Secondly, Elihu charges him with reflecting upon God, as oversevere dealing with him. d|vbz crd n1, cc dt j j pi p-acp np1. ord, np1 vvz pno31 p-acp vvg p-acp np1, c-acp j n-vvg p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 194
3845 That we have ( v: 10th and 11th) He counteth me for his enemy, he putteth my feet in the stocks, &c. These things (saith Elihu ) I have heard thee, saying; That we have (v: 10th and 11th) He counteth me for his enemy, he putteth my feet in the stocks, etc. These things (Says Elihu) I have herd thee, saying; cst pns12 vhb (vmb: ord cc ord) pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz po11 n2 p-acp dt n2, av np1 n2 (vvz np1) pns11 vhb vvn pno21, vvg; (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 194
3846 And having sayd all this, he had indeed sayd enough to make him blame-worthy. And having said all this, he had indeed said enough to make him blameworthy. cc vhg vvn d d, pns31 vhd av vvn av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 194
3847 Vers. 8. Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have heard the voyce of thy words, saying. Vers. 8. Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have herd the voice of thy words, saying. np1 crd av-j pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n-vvg, cc pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 652 Page 195
3848 There is nothing difficult in this verse. That which we render, Thou hast spoken in my hearing, is in the text; There is nothing difficult in this verse. That which we render, Thou hast spoken in my hearing, is in the text; pc-acp vbz pix j p-acp d n1. d r-crq pns12 vvb, pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n-vvg, vbz p-acp dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 653 Page 195
3849 Thou hast spoken in mine eare; that is, I have not gathered up what I bring against thee upon uncertaine reports, Thou hast spoken in mine ear; that is, I have not gathered up what I bring against thee upon uncertain reports, pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n1; cst vbz, pns11 vhb xx vvn a-acp r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp j n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 653 Page 195
3850 But have been an eare-witnesse of them. But have been an earwitness of them. cc-acp vhb vbn dt n1 pp-f pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 653 Page 195
3851 I have been one of thine hearers, I have stood by thee attentively, while thou hast been complaining so bitterly. I have been one of thine hearers, I have stood by thee attentively, while thou hast been complaining so bitterly. pns11 vhb vbn crd pp-f po21 n2, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21 av-j, cs pns21 vh2 vbn vvg av av-j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 653 Page 195
3852 Surely thou hast spoken in mine eare, And I have heard the voyce of thy words, saying. Surely thou hast spoken in mine ear, And I have herd the voice of thy words, saying. np1 pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n1, cc pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 653 Page 195
3853 Thus and thus, as it followeth in the next words. As if Elihu had sayd; Thus and thus, as it follows in the next words. As if Elihu had said; av cc av, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n2. p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3854 O Job, while I consider thy present suffering condition, I deny not that thy affliction is great, and thy crosse heavie; O Job, while I Consider thy present suffering condition, I deny not that thy affliction is great, and thy cross heavy; sy np1, cs pns11 vvb po21 j j-vvg n1, pns11 vvb xx d po21 n1 vbz j, cc po21 n1 j; (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3855 I deny not that thy afflictions are many, and of long continuance; I deny not that thy afflictions Are many, and of long Continuance; pns11 vvb xx d po21 n2 vbr d, cc pp-f j n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3856 I deny not that in the debate held with thy friends, thou hast spoken many things well, I deny not that in the debate held with thy Friends, thou hast spoken many things well, pns11 vvb xx d p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp po21 n2, pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 av, (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3857 and hast insisted upon very profitable and remarkable truths: and hast insisted upon very profitable and remarkable truths: cc vh2 vvd p-acp av j cc j n2: (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3858 neverthelesse, I cannot dissemble my dislike of some things thou hast spoken, and must tell thee plainly wherein either through passion, nevertheless, I cannot dissemble my dislike of Some things thou hast spoken, and must tell thee plainly wherein either through passion, av, pns11 vmbx vvi po11 n1 pp-f d n2 pns21 vh2 vvn, cc vmb vvi pno21 av-j c-crq d p-acp n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3859 or want of information, thou hast been much mistaken. And yet thou shalt see that I will not impose my sense upon thy words, or want of information, thou hast been much mistaken. And yet thou shalt see that I will not impose my sense upon thy words, cc n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vh2 vbn d vvn. cc av pns21 vm2 vvi cst pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3860 nor strain nor torture them by undue and odious inferences to thy disadvantage; nor strain nor torture them by undue and odious inferences to thy disadvantage; ccx n1 ccx vvi pno32 p-acp j cc j n2 p-acp po21 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3861 But shall recollect and fairly represent some passages which have fallen from thee, and shew thee the error of them. But shall recollect and fairly represent Some passages which have fallen from thee, and show thee the error of them. cc-acp vmb vvi cc av-j vvi d n2 r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pno21, cc vvb pno21 dt n1 pp-f pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3862 I know thou canst not deny that thou hast sayd the things which I am offended with; I know thou Canst not deny that thou hast said the things which I am offended with; pns11 vvb pns21 vm2 xx vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn dt n2 r-crq pns11 vbm vvn p-acp; (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3863 and I believe when thou hast heard me a while, and considered better of them, thou wilt not undertake to defend them. and I believe when thou hast herd me a while, and considered better of them, thou wilt not undertake to defend them. cc pns11 vvb c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 dt n1, cc vvn av-jc pp-f pno32, pns21 vm2 xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3864 Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have heard the voyce of thy words, saying, I am cleane, &c. Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have herd the voice of thy words, saying, I am clean, etc. np1 pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n-vvg, cc pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvg, pns11 vbm j, av (12) chapter (DIV2) 654 Page 195
3865 First, In that Elihu coming to charge Job about what he had spoken, professeth he had been a serious hearer of him, while he was speaking. Observe. First, In that Elihu coming to charge Job about what he had spoken, Professes he had been a serious hearer of him, while he was speaking. Observe. ord, p-acp cst np1 vvg p-acp n1 np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, vvz pns31 vhd vbn dt j n1 pp-f pno31, cs pns31 vbds vvg. vvb. (12) chapter (DIV2) 655 Page 195
3866 What we object against others, we should have good evidence and proofe of it our selves. What we Object against Others, we should have good evidence and proof of it our selves. r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2-jn, pns12 vmd vhi j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 po12 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 656 Page 195
3867 There are two infallible witnesses, or they may be so; First, eye-witnesses, such as have seene that which they say; There Are two infallible Witnesses, or they may be so; First, Eyewitnesses, such as have seen that which they say; pc-acp vbr crd j n2, cc pns32 vmb vbi av; ord, n2, d c-acp vhb vvn d r-crq pns32 vvb; (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 195
3868 the witness of the eye is surest as to what is done. Secondly, Eare-witnesses, and they are the surest as to what is spoken. the witness of the eye is Surest as to what is done. Secondly, Ear-witnesses, and they Are the Surest as to what is spoken. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz js p-acp p-acp r-crq vbz vdn. ord, n2, cc pns32 vbr dt js p-acp p-acp r-crq vbz vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3869 We should not take up accusations by heare-say, but be able to say, we have heard the accused say it. We should not take up accusations by hearsay, but be able to say, we have herd the accused say it. pns12 vmd xx vvi a-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, pns12 vhb vvn dt j-vvn vvb pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3870 Thus said Elihu, I have not taken up this matter by the way, from those I met with, Thus said Elihu, I have not taken up this matter by the Way, from those I met with, av vvd np1, pns11 vhb xx vvn a-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d pns11 vvd p-acp, (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3871 But I have been upon the place my selfe; I stood by thee and heard while these words dropped from thy mouth. But I have been upon the place my self; I stood by thee and herd while these words dropped from thy Mouth. cc-acp pns11 vhb vbn p-acp dt n1 po11 n1; pns11 vvd p-acp pno21 cc vvd cs d n2 vvn p-acp po21 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3872 Many report what they never heard, they report upon report; Many report what they never herd, they report upon report; av-d n1 r-crq pns32 av-x vvd, pns32 vvb p-acp n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3873 as those accusers in the Prophet, ( Jer: 20.10.) Report (say they) and we will report it. as those accusers in the Prophet, (Jer: 20.10.) Report (say they) and we will report it. c-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, (np1: crd.) n1 (vvb pns32) cc pns12 vmb vvi pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3874 They cannot say, as Elihu, You have spoken it in our hearing, and we have heard the voyce of your words, They cannot say, as Elihu, You have spoken it in our hearing, and we have herd the voice of your words, pns32 vmbx vvi, c-acp np1, pn22 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp po12 n-vvg, cc pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3875 but we heare you have spoken it; or you are famed for speaking it. but we hear you have spoken it; or you Are famed for speaking it. cc-acp pns12 vvb pn22 vhb vvn pn31; cc pn22 vbr vvn p-acp vvg pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3876 How many transgress the rules of charity, and break the bonds not only of civill friendship, How many transgress the rules of charity, and break the bonds not only of civil friendship, c-crq d vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n2 xx av-j pp-f j n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3877 but of Christian love, upon reports of what others report. but of Christian love, upon reports of what Others report. cc-acp pp-f njp n1, p-acp n2 pp-f r-crq n2-jn vvb. (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3878 'Tis dangerous to report more of others, then we have heard them say, till (at least) we are sure the reporters heard them say it. It's dangerous to report more of Others, then we have herd them say, till (At least) we Are sure the reporters herd them say it. pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dc pp-f n2-jn, cs pns12 vhb vvn pno32 vvi, c-acp (p-acp ds) pns12 vbr av-j dt n2 vvd pno32 vvi pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 657 Page 196
3879 Againe, When Elihu saith, Thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have heard the voyce of thy words; Again, When Elihu Says, Thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have herd the voice of thy words; av, c-crq np1 vvz, pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n-vvg, cc pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 658 Page 196
3880 He would convince Job to the utmost. Hence note. He would convince Job to the utmost. Hence note. pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt j. av vvi. (12) chapter (DIV2) 658 Page 196
3881 To accuse or condemne any man out of his owne mouth, must needs stop his mouth. To accuse or condemn any man out of his own Mouth, must needs stop his Mouth. p-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 av pp-f po31 d n1, vmb av vvi po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 659 Page 196
3882 Or, To be condemned out of our owne mouth, is an unanswerable condemnation. Or, To be condemned out of our own Mouth, is an unanswerable condemnation. cc, pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f po12 d n1, vbz dt j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 659 Page 196
3883 When our owne sayings are brought against us, what have we to say? Christ told the evill and unprofitable servant, who would needs put in a plea for his idleness, When our own sayings Are brought against us, what have we to say? christ told the evil and unprofitable servant, who would needs put in a plea for his idleness, c-crq po12 d n2-vvg vbr vvn p-acp pno12, q-crq vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi? np1 vvd dt j-jn cc j n1, r-crq vmd av vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 196
3884 and excuse himselfe for hideing his Lords talent in a napkin (that is, for not using or improving his gift) ( Luk: 19.22.) Out of thine owne mouth will I judge thee, thou wicked servant; and excuse himself for hiding his lords talon in a napkin (that is, for not using or improving his gift) (Luk: 19.22.) Out of thine own Mouth will I judge thee, thou wicked servant; cc vvi px31 p-acp vvg po31 n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 (cst vbz, c-acp xx vvg cc vvg po31 n1) (np1: crd.) av pp-f po21 d n1 vmb pns11 vvi pno21, pns21 j n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 196
3885 I will goe no further then thy owne words. I will go no further then thy own words. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc cs po21 d n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 196
3886 And we see, as that evill servant had done nothing before, so then he could say nothing, And we see, as that evil servant had done nothing before, so then he could say nothing, cc pns12 vvb, c-acp cst j-jn n1 vhd vdn pix p-acp, av cs pns31 vmd vvi pix, (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 196
3887 because judged out of his owne mouth. Because judged out of his own Mouth. c-acp vvn av pp-f po31 d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 196
3888 When the offenders tongue condemneth him, who can acquit him? ( Psal: 64.8.) So they shall make their owne tongue to fall upon themselves. When the offenders tongue Condemneth him, who can acquit him? (Psalm: 64.8.) So they shall make their own tongue to fallen upon themselves. c-crq dt ng1 n1 vvz pno31, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? (np1: crd.) av pns32 vmb vvi po32 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 196
3889 The tongues of some men have fallen upon them, and crusht them like a mountaine, The tongues of Some men have fallen upon them, and crushed them like a mountain, dt n2 pp-f d n2 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvd pno32 av-j dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 196
3890 and they have been pressed downe, yea irrecoverably oppressed with the weight of their owne words. and they have been pressed down, yea irrecoverably oppressed with the weight of their own words. cc pns32 vhb vbn vvn a-acp, uh av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 196
3891 The Apostle Jude tells us what the Lord will do when he comes to Judgement, in that great and solemne day of his second Appearing, ( v: 15.) He shall convince all that are ungodly, of all their ungodly deeds, which they have ungodly committed, The Apostle U^de tells us what the Lord will do when he comes to Judgement, in that great and solemn day of his second Appearing, (v: 15.) He shall convince all that Are ungodly, of all their ungodly Deeds, which they have ungodly committed, dt n1 np1 vvz pno12 r-crq dt n1 vmb vdi c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp cst j cc j n1 pp-f po31 ord vvg, (vmb: crd) pns31 vmb vvi d cst vbr j, pp-f d po32 j n2, r-crq pns32 vhb j vvn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
3892 and of all their hard speeches, which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. and of all their hard Speeches, which ungodly Sinners have spoken against him. cc pp-f d po32 j n2, r-crq j n2 vhb vvn p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
3893 He shall say to them, are not these your words? can you deny them? or have you any plea for them? Have you not spoken these things in my hearing? And have I not heard the voyce of your words, speaking thus and thus reproachfully of my wayes, ordinances, He shall say to them, Are not these your words? can you deny them? or have you any plea for them? Have you not spoken these things in my hearing? And have I not herd the voice of your words, speaking thus and thus reproachfully of my ways, ordinances, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, vbr xx d po22 n2? vmb pn22 vvi pno32? cc vhb pn22 d n1 p-acp pno32? vhb pn22 xx vvn d n2 p-acp po11 n-vvg? cc vhb pns11 xx vvn dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, vvg av cc av av-j pp-f po11 n2, n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
4076 Therefore Job was far from saying he had no sin in him, in a strict sence. Therefore Job was Far from saying he had no since in him, in a strict sense. av np1 vbds av-j p-acp vvg pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 693 Page 205
3894 and servants? This is like wounding a man with his own weapon, 'tis like the act of David in cutting off the head of Goliah with his owne sword. and Servants? This is like wounding a man with his own weapon, it's like the act of David in cutting off the head of Goliath with his own sword. cc n2? d vbz av-j vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, pn31|vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
3895 He that is condemned by his owne saying, dyeth by his own sword. He that is condemned by his own saying, Dies by his own sword. pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp po31 d n-vvg, vvz p-acp po31 d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
3896 David saith of sychophants and slanderers ( Psal: 55.21.) Their words were smoother then oyle, yet were they drawne swords. David Says of sychophants and slanderers (Psalm: 55.21.) Their words were smoother then oil, yet were they drawn swords. np1 vvz pp-f n2 cc n2 (np1: crd.) po32 n2 vbdr jc cs n1, av vbdr pns32 vvn n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
3897 Such draw these swords with an intent to wound other mens reputation or good name, but they oftenest wound their owne; Such draw these swords with an intent to wound other men's reputation or good name, but they oftenest wound their own; d vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn ng2 n1 cc j n1, cc-acp pns32 av-s vvi po32 d; (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
3898 And as their words who slander others, rebound upon themselves, and turne to their owne disgrace, And as their words who slander Others, rebound upon themselves, and turn to their own disgrace, cc c-acp po32 n2 r-crq vvb n2-jn, vvb p-acp px32, cc vvi p-acp po32 d n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
3899 so also doe theirs for the most part, who are much in commending or possibly only (which was Jobs case) in vindicating themselves. so also do theirs for the most part, who Are much in commending or possibly only (which was Jobs case) in vindicating themselves. av av vdb png32 p-acp dt av-ds n1, r-crq vbr d p-acp vvg cc av-j j (r-crq vbds n2 n1) p-acp vvg px32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
3900 Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, &c. Surely thou hast spoken in my hearing, etc. av-j pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n-vvg, av (12) chapter (DIV2) 660 Page 197
3901 But what had Elihu heard Job speake? the next words are an answer, or declare the matter of his speech; But what had Elihu herd Job speak? the next words Are an answer, or declare the matter of his speech; cc-acp q-crq vhd np1 vvn np1 vvi? dt ord n2 vbr dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 661 Page 197
3902 and in them, as was said before in opening the Context; and in them, as was said before in opening the Context; cc p-acp pno32, c-acp vbds vvn a-acp p-acp vvg dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 661 Page 197
3903 Elihu first chargeth him with an over-zeale in justifying himselfe, I have heard the voyce of thy words, saying; Elihu First charges him with an over-zeale in justifying himself, I have herd the voice of thy words, saying; np1 ord vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg px31, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvg; (12) chapter (DIV2) 661 Page 197
3904 Vers. 9. I am cleane without transgression, I am innocent, neither is there iniquity in me. Vers. 9. I am clean without Transgression, I am innocent, neither is there iniquity in me. np1 crd pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, pns11 vbm j-jn, av-dx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 661 Page 197
3905 This thou hast sayd, and this I charge upon thee as a great iniquity. This thou hast said, and this I charge upon thee as a great iniquity. d pns21 vh2 vvn, cc d pns11 vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp dt j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 662 Page 197
3906 For the clearing of these words, I shall doe these foure things, because upon this charge the whole discourse of Elihu throughout the Chapter depends. For the clearing of these words, I shall do these foure things, Because upon this charge the Whole discourse of Elihu throughout the Chapter depends. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2, pns11 vmb vdi d crd n2, c-acp p-acp d n1 dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz. (12) chapter (DIV2) 662 Page 197
3907 First, I shall give the sence and explication of the words as here expressed by Elihu, and some briefe notes from them. First, I shall give the sense and explication of the words as Here expressed by Elihu, and Some brief notes from them. ord, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 c-acp av vvn p-acp np1, cc d j n2 p-acp pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 663 Page 197
3908 Secondly, I shall shew what matter of accusation, or of fault there is in these words of Job, as brought by Elihu in charge against him, Secondly, I shall show what matter of accusation, or of fault there is in these words of Job, as brought by Elihu in charge against him, ord, pns11 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1 a-acp vbz p-acp d n2 pp-f np1, a-acp vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 664 Page 197
3909 or how sinfull a thing it is for any man to say he is without sin. or how sinful a thing it is for any man to say he is without since. cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pns31 vbz p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 664 Page 197
3910 Thirdly, I shall enquire what ground Job had given Elihu to charge him with saying these things. Thirdly, I shall inquire what ground Job had given Elihu to charge him with saying these things. ord, pns11 vmb vvi r-crq n1 n1 vhd vvn np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg d n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 665 Page 197
3911 Fourthly, (which followeth upon the third) I shall inquire whether Elihu dealt rightly and fairely with Job, in bringing thi sore and severe charge against him. Fourthly, (which follows upon the third) I shall inquire whither Elihu dealt rightly and fairly with Job, in bringing thy soar and severe charge against him. ord, (r-crq vvz p-acp dt ord) pns11 vmb vvi cs np1 vvd av-jn cc av-j p-acp n1, p-acp vvg po21 n1 cc j n1 p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 666 Page 198
3912 First, To open the words, as they are an assertion, Thou hast sayd, I am cleane without transgression, I am innocent, First, To open the words, as they Are an assertion, Thou hast said, I am clean without Transgression, I am innocent, ord, pc-acp vvi dt n2, c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1, pns21 vh2 vvn, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, pns11 vbm j-jn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3913 neither is there iniquity in me. neither is there iniquity in me. av-dx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3914 Some distinguish the three terms used in the text, as a deniall of three severall sorts of sin. some distinguish the three terms used in the text, as a denial of three several sorts of since. d vvi dt crd n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f crd j n2 pp-f n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
4177 And we see in the following parts of the Chapter, what occasion they found against him. And we see in the following parts of the Chapter, what occasion they found against him. cc pns12 vvb p-acp dt vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq n1 pns32 vvd p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
3915 First, That, by being cleane without transgression, he intends his freedome from sins against sobriety, or that he had not sinn'd against himselfe. First, That, by being clean without Transgression, he intends his freedom from Sins against sobriety, or that he had not sinned against himself. ord, cst, p-acp vbg j p-acp n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc cst pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp px31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3916 Secondly, that, by being innocent, his meaning is, he had not done impiously against God. Secondly, that, by being innocent, his meaning is, he had not done impiously against God. ord, cst, p-acp vbg j-jn, po31 n1 vbz, pns31 vhd xx vdn av-j p-acp np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3917 Thirdly, that, by having no iniquity in him, he cleares himselfe of wrong done to man. Thirdly, that, by having no iniquity in him, he clears himself of wrong done to man. ord, cst, p-acp vhg dx n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz px31 pp-f n-jn vdn p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3918 These three sorts of sin, containe sin in the whole latitude of it. These three sorts of since, contain since in the Whole latitude of it. np1 crd n2 pp-f n1, vvb n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3919 All sin is either against our selves, strictly called intemperance, or against God, strictly called impiety, All since is either against our selves, strictly called intemperance, or against God, strictly called impiety, av-d n1 vbz av-d p-acp po12 n2, av-j vvn n1, cc p-acp np1, av-j vvn n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3920 or against man, strictly called unrighteousnesse. or against man, strictly called unrighteousness. cc p-acp n1, av-j vvn n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3921 But though this hath a truth in it, as to the distinction of sins, yet it may be over-nice to conclude Elihu had such a distinct respect in these distinct expressions; But though this hath a truth in it, as to the distinction of Sins, yet it may be overnice to conclude Elihu had such a distinct respect in these distinct expressions; p-acp cs d vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi np1 vhd d dt j n1 p-acp d j n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3922 And it may be questioned whether the words will beare it quite thorow. Therefore I passe from it and leave it to the readers Judgement. And it may be questioned whither the words will bear it quite thorough. Therefore I pass from it and leave it to the Readers Judgement. cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn cs dt n2 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp. av pns11 vvb p-acp pn31 cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt ng1 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 667 Page 198
3923 Further as to the verse in generall, we may take notice, that the same thing is sayd foure times; Further as to the verse in general, we may take notice, that the same thing is said foure times; jc p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi n1, cst dt d n1 vbz vvn crd n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 668 Page 198
3924 twice affirmatively, I am cleane, I am innocent; And twice negatively, I am without transgression, There is no iniquity in me. I am cleane without transgression. twice affirmatively, I am clean, I am innocent; And twice negatively, I am without Transgression, There is no iniquity in me. I am clean without Transgression. av av-j, pns11 vbm j, pns11 vbm j-jn; cc av av-j, pns11 vbm p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno11. pns11 vbm j p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 668 Page 198
3925 The word which we render cleane, implyeth the cleanest of cleannesse; The word which we render clean, Implies the cleanest of cleanness; dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb av-j, vvz dt js pp-f n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 198
3926 'tis rightly opposed to the word transgression, which signifieth, a defection or turning off from God. it's rightly opposed to the word Transgression, which signifies, a defection or turning off from God. pn31|vbz av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, r-crq vvz, dt n1 cc vvg a-acp p-acp np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 198
3927 Every sin in the nature of it, is a defection from God; but some sins are an intended or resolved defection from him. Every since in the nature of it, is a defection from God; but Some Sins Are an intended or resolved defection from him. np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbz dt n1 p-acp np1; cc-acp d n2 vbr dt j-vvn cc vvd n1 p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 198
3928 Some even throw off the soveraignty of God over them, and his power to command them, not being willing to submit their backs to his burden, some even throw off the sovereignty of God over them, and his power to command them, not being willing to submit their backs to his burden, d av vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, xx vbg j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 198
3929 nor their necks to his yoke. nor their necks to his yoke. ccx po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 198
3930 These are justly called sons of Belial, they not only transgresse the Law, but throw off the yoke of Christ from their necks, These Are justly called Sons of Belial, they not only transgress the Law, but throw off the yoke of christ from their necks, d vbr av-j vvn n2 pp-f np1, pns32 xx av-j vvi dt n1, cc-acp vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 198
3931 and his burden from their shoulderS, and say (like them, Luke 19.14.) We will not have this man reigne over us. and his burden from their shoulderS, and say (like them, Lycia 19.14.) We will not have this man Reign over us. cc po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb (j pno32, av crd.) pns12 vmb xx vhi d n1 vvi p-acp pno12. (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 198
3932 So then, when Job sayd, I am cleane without transgression, he may be very well understood thus; So then, when Job said, I am clean without Transgression, he may be very well understood thus; av av, c-crq np1 vvd, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vbi av av vvd av; (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 198
3933 Though I have many failings, yet I am free from defection, though I have many weaknesses, Though I have many failings, yet I am free from defection, though I have many Weaknesses, cs pns11 vhb d n2-vvg, av pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, cs pns11 vhb d n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 199
3934 yet I am free from rebellion and obstinacy. yet I am free from rebellion and obstinacy. av pns11 vbm j p-acp n1 cc n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 199
3935 I still retaine an entire love to God, and am ready to submit to his will, I still retain an entire love to God, and am ready to submit to his will, pns11 av vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc vbm j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 199
3936 though I often find my heart, through corruption, rising up against my duty; though I often find my heart, through corruption, rising up against my duty; cs pns11 av vvb po11 n1, p-acp n1, vvg a-acp p-acp po11 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 199
4336 Though he seeth them, yet he doth not willingly see them; Though he sees them, yet he does not willingly see them; cs pns31 vvz pno32, av pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32; (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 218
3937 I am turned aside through the strength of temptations, but I turne not aside through the bent of my affections. I am turned aside through the strength of temptations, but I turn not aside through the bent of my affections. pns11 vbm vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp pns11 vvb xx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 199
3938 This doubtlesse or somewhat like this was Job's sence when ever he sayd, I am cleane without transgression. Hence note. This doubtless or somewhat like this was Job's sense when ever he said, I am clean without Transgression. Hence note. d av-j cc av av-j d vbds npg1 n1 c-crq av pns31 vvd, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1. av vvi. (12) chapter (DIV2) 669 Page 199
3939 First, Transgression is a pollution, or, Sin is a defilement. First, Transgression is a pollution, or, since is a defilement. ord, n1 vbz dt n1, cc, n1 vbz dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 670 Page 199
3940 If once men step over or besides the line and rule of holinesse the Law of God (which to doe is transgression) they become unholy. If once men step over or beside the line and Rule of holiness the Law of God (which to do is Transgression) they become unholy. cs a-acp n2 vvb a-acp cc a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq pc-acp vdi vbz n1) pns32 vvb j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 671 Page 199
3941 Job supposed himselfe uncleane, if guilty of transgression. Sin is an uncleane thing, and it maketh man uncleane. Job supposed himself unclean, if guilty of Transgression. since is an unclean thing, and it makes man unclean. np1 vvn px31 j, cs j pp-f n1. n1 vbz dt j n1, cc pn31 vvz n1 j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 671 Page 199
3942 This the Church confessed ( Isa: 64.6.) We all are as an unclean thing, or person; This the Church confessed (Isaiah: 64.6.) We all Are as an unclean thing, or person; np1 dt n1 vvd (np1: crd.) pns12 d vbr p-acp dt j n1, cc n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 671 Page 199
3943 As if they had said, Time was, when there was a choice people among us, who kept themselves pure from common defilements; As if they had said, Time was, when there was a choice people among us, who kept themselves pure from Common defilements; c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, n1 vbds, c-crq pc-acp vbds dt j n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vvd px32 j p-acp j n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 671 Page 199
3944 But now the contagion and corruption is so epidemicall and universal, that the whole body of our people lookes like a lump of filthinesse and uncleannesse. But now the contagion and corruption is so epidemical and universal, that the Whole body of our people looks like a lump of filthiness and uncleanness. cc-acp av dt n1 cc n1 vbz av j cc j, cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 671 Page 199
3945 We are over-spread with a loathsome Leprosie from head to foote, from top to toe. Holinesse keeps us faire, and righteousnesse sweet. Secondly, Note. We Are overspread with a loathsome Leprosy from head to foot, from top to toe. Holiness keeps us fair, and righteousness sweet. Secondly, Note. pns12 vbr j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1. n1 vvz pno12 j, cc n1 j. ord, n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 671 Page 199
3946 A sinlesse person is a cleane person. When we arrive at perfect freedome from sin, we shall be cleane indeed, perfectly cleane. A sinless person is a clean person. When we arrive At perfect freedom from since, we shall be clean indeed, perfectly clean. dt j n1 vbz dt j n1. c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp j n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vbi j av, av-j j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 672 Page 199
3947 And according to the degree or proportion of our freedome from sin in this world, is our cleannesse in this uncleane world. And according to the degree or proportion of our freedom from since in this world, is our cleanness in this unclean world. np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, vbz po12 n1 p-acp d j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 673 Page 199
3948 Secondly, Thou hast said, I am innocent; so we read; Secondly, Thou hast said, I am innocent; so we read; ord, pns21 vh2 vvn, pns11 vbm j-jn; av pns12 vvb; (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 199
3949 There are two significations given by the learned, which are of very usefull consideration for the clearing up of this text. There Are two significations given by the learned, which Are of very useful consideration for the clearing up of this text. pc-acp vbr crd n2 vvn p-acp dt j, r-crq vbr pp-f av j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 199
3950 First, the Hebrew word which we translate innocent, is derived from a roote which signifieth to hide, to cover, or protect; And that two wayes; First, the Hebrew word which we translate innocent, is derived from a root which signifies to hide, to cover, or Pact; And that two ways; ord, dt njp n1 r-crq pns12 vvb j-jn, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, cc vvi; cc d crd n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 199
3951 First, to protect actively, or to defend others; Secondly, It notes protection passively, or to be protected by another. First, to Pact actively, or to defend Others; Secondly, It notes protection passively, or to be protected by Another. ord, pc-acp vvi av-j, cc pc-acp vvi n2-jn; ord, pn31 vvz n1 av-j, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 199
3952 Some conceive that Elihu here intended it of Job in an active signification, whereas we say, I am innocent, they say, I protect, and so referre to him, some conceive that Elihu Here intended it of Job in an active signification, whereas we say, I am innocent, they say, I Pact, and so refer to him, d vvb cst np1 av vvd pn31 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, cs pns12 vvb, pns11 vbm j-jn, pns32 vvb, pns11 vvb, cc av vvb p-acp pno31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3953 as a Magistrate I have protected the oppressed, I have protected those whom the sons of violence have prosecuted. as a Magistrate I have protected the oppressed, I have protected those whom the Sons of violence have prosecuted. c-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn dt j-vvn, pns11 vhb vvn d r-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vhb vvd. (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3954 Indeed Job speaks his practice much in that ( Chap: 29. 12.) I delivered the poore that cryed, Indeed Job speaks his practice much in that (Chap: 29. 12.) I Delivered the poor that cried, np1 np1 vvz po31 n1 av-d p-acp cst (n1: crd crd) pns11 vvd dt j cst vvd, (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3955 and the fatherless, and him that had none to helpe him; and the fatherless, and him that had none to help him; cc dt j, cc pno31 cst vhd pix pc-acp vvi pno31; (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3956 The blessing of him that was ready to perish came upon me, and I caused the widdows heart to sing for joy. The blessing of him that was ready to perish Come upon me, and I caused the Widows heart to sing for joy. dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vbds j pc-acp vvi vvd p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vvd dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3957 Job had been a great Protector of the poore; And by this word the Hebrews expresse an haven or harbour for Ships; Job had been a great Protector of the poor; And by this word the Hebrews express an Haven or harbour for Ships; np1 vhd vbn dt j n1 pp-f dt j; cc p-acp d n1 dt njp2 vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3958 Because harbours or havens are places of protection to Ships; Because harbours or havens Are places of protection to Ships; c-acp n2 cc n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3959 First, they are places of protection to Ships from winds and storms, they are safe places from rocks, shelfs and sands; First, they Are places of protection to Ships from winds and storms, they Are safe places from Rocks, shelfs and sands; ord, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, pns32 vbr j n2 p-acp n2, n2 cc n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3960 a Ship in harbour is under protection from the dangers of the Sea. Secondly, A Ship in harbour is under protection from enemies and Pirats; a Ship in harbour is under protection from the dangers of the Sea. Secondly, A Ship in harbour is under protection from enemies and Pirates; dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 ord, dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3961 while shee is abroad at Sea, if enemies come shee must shift for her selfe, shee must run or fight, while she is abroad At Sea, if enemies come she must shift for her self, she must run or fight, cs pns31 vbz av p-acp n1, cs n2 vvb pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3962 but in the harbour she is under the protection of the State or Country where she arriveth. but in the harbour she is under the protection of the State or Country where she arriveth. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 c-crq pns31 vvz. (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3963 Thus all Magistrates are or should be, a just Magistrate is a good harbour for all that are in danger of the winds and stormes, of the rocks and rage of wicked men. Thus all Magistrates Are or should be, a just Magistrate is a good harbour for all that Are in danger of the winds and storms, of the Rocks and rage of wicked men. av d n2 vbr cc vmd vbi, dt j n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, pp-f dt n2 cc n1 pp-f j n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3964 Good Governours are an harbour, and oppressors like storms and rocks. That's one sence of the word in the active signification. Good Governors Are an harbour, and Oppressors's like storms and Rocks. That's one sense of the word in the active signification. j n2 vbr dt n1, cc n2 av-j n2 cc n2. d|vbz crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3965 And taking it in this sence Job asserts highly for his owne honour, while he saith, I have been a protectour of the oppressed, I have been a harbour or a haven to the weather-beaten poore. And taking it in this sense Job asserts highly for his own honour, while he Says, I have been a protector of the oppressed, I have been a harbour or a Haven to the Weather-beaten poor. np1 vvg pn31 p-acp d n1 n1 n2 av-j p-acp po31 d n1, cs pns31 vvz, pns11 vhb vbn dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, pns11 vhb vbn dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt j j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 674 Page 200
3966 Secondly, Others take this protection passively, I have been protected. Job was once protected from all outward evill, from the invasion of devills and evill men. Secondly, Others take this protection passively, I have been protected. Job was once protected from all outward evil, from the invasion of Devils and evil men. ord, ng2-jn vvb d n1 av-j, pns11 vhb vbn vvn. np1 vbds a-acp vvn p-acp d j n-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j-jn n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 200
3967 God made such an hedge about him, that Satan could not touch him. God made such an hedge about him, that Satan could not touch him. np1 vvd d dt n1 p-acp pno31, cst np1 vmd xx vvi pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 200
3968 But the sence given of this protection here intended is spirituall, I have been protected from the evill of the world, But the sense given of this protection Here intended is spiritual, I have been protected from the evil of the world, p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f d n1 av vvn vbz j, pns11 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 200
3969 or from the evill world, I have been kept from that pollution and corruption, which (as the Apostle Peter speaks) is in the world through lust. or from the evil world, I have been kept from that pollution and corruption, which (as the Apostle Peter speaks) is in the world through lust. cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns11 vhb vbn vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz) vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 200
3970 And that is a blessed, yea the best part of a Saints protection, he is kept through the power of God through faith unto salvation; And that is a blessed, yea the best part of a Saints protection, he is kept through the power of God through faith unto salvation; cc d vbz dt j-vvn, uh dt js n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 200
3971 He is not given up to the defilements and apostacy of times or places, the Lord preserves his spirit and his wayes pure and cleane. He is not given up to the defilements and apostasy of times or places, the Lord preserves his Spirit and his ways pure and clean. pns31 vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, dt n1 vvz po31 n1 cc po31 n2 j cc j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 200
3972 Our translation, I am innocent, compared with this, I have been kept or protected from sin. Our Translation, I am innocent, compared with this, I have been kept or protected from since. po12 n1, pns11 vbm j-jn, vvn p-acp d, pns11 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 200
3973 The one is a very good exposition and illustration of the other; For innocency is our safety, and integrity our best keeper. The one is a very good exposition and illustration of the other; For innocency is our safety, and integrity our best keeper. dt crd vbz dt av j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn; p-acp n1 vbz po12 n1, cc n1 po12 js n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 200
3974 Innocency is our faire haven, and safest harbour. When the windes are highest, and the Seas most rough and angry, there; Innocency is our fair Haven, and Safest harbour. When the winds Are highest, and the Seas most rough and angry, there; n1 vbz po12 j n1, cc js n1. c-crq dt n2 vbr js, cc dt n2 av-ds j cc j, a-acp; (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 201
3975 if any where, we may shelter and anchor our selves from the storme and tempest. Thus David prayed ( Psal: 25.21.) Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; if any where, we may shelter and anchor our selves from the storm and tempest. Thus David prayed (Psalm: 25.21.) Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; cs d c-crq, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1. av np1 vvd (np1: crd.) vvb n1 cc n1 vvb pno11; (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 201
3977 And that he had been so preserved, he tells us ( Ps: 41.12.) As for me thou upholdest me in mine integrity. And that he had been so preserved, he tells us (Ps: 41.12.) As for me thou upholdest me in mine integrity. cc cst pns31 vhd vbn av vvn, pns31 vvz pno12 (np1: crd.) c-acp p-acp pno11 pns21 vv2 pno11 p-acp po11 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 201
3978 He that can say, I am innocent, shall have cause to say, I am protected; the innocent person is under covert; He that can say, I am innocent, shall have cause to say, I am protected; the innocent person is under covert; pns31 cst vmb vvi, pns11 vbm j-jn, vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vbm vvn; dt j-jn n1 vbz p-acp n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 201
3979 God protecteth the innocent, yea maketh innocency their protection. God Protecteth the innocent, yea makes innocency their protection. np1 vvz dt j-jn, uh vvz n1 po32 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 201
3980 Man is never so well shelter'd, as by the righteousness of Christ, and by his own innocency. Man is never so well sheltered, as by the righteousness of christ, and by his own innocency. n1 vbz av-x av av vvn, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp po31 d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 201
3981 'Tis guilt which leaves our breast naked to every dart and thrust. It's guilt which leaves our breast naked to every dart and thrust. pn31|vbz n1 r-crq vvz po12 n1 j p-acp d n1 cc vvi. (12) chapter (DIV2) 675 Page 201
3982 Againe to come a little nearer to our translation (though this be very significant) I am innocent; 'Tis a negative, I have done no hurt, Again to come a little nearer to our Translation (though this be very significant) I am innocent; It's a negative, I have done no hurt, av pc-acp vvi dt j av-jc p-acp po12 n1 (cs d vbb av j) pns11 vbm j-jn; pn31|vbz dt j-jn, pns11 vhb vdn dx n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3983 or I have no guilt upon me. or I have no guilt upon me. cc pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3984 The Rabbins tell us, the word cometh from a roote which signifieth to wash, and so the Chaldee Paraphrase renders, I am washed; Others thus, I am brushed or comb'd; The Rabbis tell us, the word comes from a root which signifies to wash, and so the Chaldee paraphrase renders, I am washed; Others thus, I am brushed or combed; dt n2 vvb pno12, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi, cc av dt np1 n1 vvz, pns11 vbm vvn; n2-jn av, pns11 vbm vvn cc vvn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3985 Mr Broughton, I am neat, like a man that hath put on his apparrell decently; some are in a slovenly habit, or their cloaths are foule; Mr Broughton, I am neat, like a man that hath put on his apparel decently; Some Are in a slovenly habit, or their clothes Are foul; n1 np1, pns11 vbm j, av-j dt n1 cst vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 av-j; d vbr p-acp dt j n1, cc po32 n2 vbr j; (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3986 but Job could say as to his better part and spirituall cloathing, I am innocent, washed, brushed, comb'd. but Job could say as to his better part and spiritual clothing, I am innocent, washed, brushed, combed. cc-acp n1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp po31 jc n1 cc j n1, pns11 vbm j-jn, vvn, vvn, vvd. (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3987 I have no filth in my skirts, nor foulenesse in my hands. I have no filth in my skirts, nor foulness in my hands. pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp po11 n2, ccx n1 p-acp po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3988 I goe not in the nasty habit of sin, but in the lovely, comely, beautifull dresse of Grace. I go not in the nasty habit of since, but in the lovely, comely, beautiful dress of Grace. pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j, j, j n1 pp-f n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3989 Thus various is the sence of the word which we translate innocent. Job's conversation was so well ordered, that it had not a plight nor an haire (common infirmities excepted) amisse or out of order. Thus various is the sense of the word which we translate innocent. Job's Conversation was so well ordered, that it had not a plighted nor an hair (Common infirmities excepted) amiss or out of order. av j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb j-jn. npg1 n1 vbds av av vvn, cst pn31 vhd xx dt n1 ccx dt n1 (j n2 vvn) av cc av pp-f n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3990 Our translation gives in his mind fully, yet it is not unprofitable to take in this plenty and copiousness of elegant metaphors rising out of the original words, here rendred, I am innocent. But if we take the word strictly, Our Translation gives in his mind Fully, yet it is not unprofitable to take in this plenty and copiousness of elegant metaphors rising out of the original words, Here rendered, I am innocent. But if we take the word strictly, po12 n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 av-j, av pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 vvg av pp-f dt j-jn n2, av vvn, pns11 vbm j-jn. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 av-j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3991 then to be innocent, is to doe or to have done no hurt, to be harmelesse, then to be innocent, is to do or to have done no hurt, to be harmless, cs pc-acp vbi j-jn, vbz pc-acp vdi cc pc-acp vhi vdn dx n1, pc-acp vbi j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3992 and so guiltlesse of the hurt or harme of any. Hence note. Sin is an hurtfull thing. It hurts, first our selves; and so guiltless of the hurt or harm of any. Hence note. since is an hurtful thing. It hurts, First our selves; cc av j pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d. av vvi. n1 vbz dt j n1. pn31 vvz, ord po12 n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 676 Page 201
3993 Secondly, it hurts others in whose sight it is committed, either first by the ill example given them, Secondly, it hurts Others in whose sighed it is committed, either First by the ill Exampl given them, ord, pn31 vvz n2-jn p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz vvn, d ord p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvn pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 678 Page 201
3994 or, secondly, by injury done to them; either first in their credit, or, secondly, in their estates. or, secondly, by injury done to them; either First in their credit, or, secondly, in their estates. cc, ord, p-acp n1 vdn p-acp pno32; d ord p-acp po32 n1, cc, ord, p-acp po32 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 678 Page 201
3995 Yea, thirdly, sin hurts God himselfe; It hurts God in his honour. Innocency is properly that which doth no hurt; Innocent persons are harmelesse persons; Yea, Thirdly, since hurts God himself; It hurts God in his honour. Innocency is properly that which does not hurt; Innocent Persons Are harmless Persons; uh, ord, n1 vvz np1 px31; pn31 vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1. n1 vbz av-j cst r-crq vdz xx vvi; j-jn n2 vbr j n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 678 Page 201
3996 no man ever hurt himselfe, or others, much lesse the name and honour of God, while he holdeth his innocency. Job's last assertion is; no man ever hurt himself, or Others, much less the name and honour of God, while he holds his innocency. Job's last assertion is; dx n1 av vvn px31, cc n2-jn, av-d av-dc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vvz po31 n1. npg1 ord n1 vbz; (12) chapter (DIV2) 678 Page 202
3997 Neither is there iniquity in me. Neither is there iniquity in me. d vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 679 Page 202
3998 Iniquity is that pravity either of spirit or action which is contrary to all that righteousness or rectitude which the rule of Gods word requireth. Iniquity is that pravity either of Spirit or actium which is contrary to all that righteousness or rectitude which the Rule of God's word requires. n1 vbz d n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp d cst n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvz. (12) chapter (DIV2) 680 Page 202
3999 It comprehends both the irregularity of our actions, and the irregularity of our thoughts or conceptions. It comprehends both the irregularity of our actions, and the irregularity of our thoughts or conceptions. pn31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 680 Page 202
4000 'Tis a departure from the way in which, and from the scope and mark, to which we should direct our whole course. It's a departure from the Way in which, and from the scope and mark, to which we should Direct our Whole course. pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd vvi po12 j-jn n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 680 Page 202
4001 Iniquity is an unequall an undue or crooked thing. It turneth others from their right, and is it selfe a continuall swerving from it. Iniquity is an unequal an undue or crooked thing. It turns Others from their right, and is it self a continual swerving from it. n1 vbz dt j dt j cc j n1. pn31 vvz n2-jn p-acp po32 n-jn, cc vbz pn31 n1 dt j vvg p-acp pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 680 Page 202
4002 So much for the opening of these words, as they are a proposition containing a charge brought against Job, I have heard the voyce of thy words, saying, I am cleane from transgression, I am innocent, So much for the opening of these words, as they Are a proposition containing a charge brought against Job, I have herd the voice of thy words, saying, I am clean from Transgression, I am innocent, av av-d c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2, c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 vvg dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvg, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, pns11 vbm j-jn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 680 Page 202
4003 neither is there iniquity in me. neither is there iniquity in me. av-dx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 680 Page 202
4004 The second poynt proposed was, to consider what matter of accusation there is in these words. The second point proposed was, to Consider what matter of accusation there is in these words. dt ord n1 vvn vbds, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbz p-acp d n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4005 Matters of accusation arise from our evill deeds; Matters of accusation arise from our evil Deeds; n2 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp po12 j-jn n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4006 That we are not cleane from transgression, that we are not innocent, that there is much iniquity in us; That we Are not clean from Transgression, that we Are not innocent, that there is much iniquity in us; cst pns12 vbr xx j p-acp n1, cst pns12 vbr xx j-jn, cst pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp pno12; (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4007 these are properly matter of accusation. these Are properly matter of accusation. d vbr av-j n1 pp-f n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4008 But here Elihu makes it matter of accusation, that Job sayd, he was cleane from transgression, that he was innocent, that there was no iniquity in him. But Here Elihu makes it matter of accusation, that Job said, he was clean from Transgression, that he was innocent, that there was no iniquity in him. p-acp av np1 vvz pn31 n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 vvd, pns31 vbds j p-acp n1, cst pns31 vbds j-jn, cst a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4009 And indeed, to be charged with the greatest transgression, is not more then this, to be charged with saying, we are cleane from transgression. And indeed, to be charged with the greatest Transgression, is not more then this, to be charged with saying, we Are clean from Transgression. cc av, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1, vbz xx av-dc cs d, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg, pns12 vbr j p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4010 To say we have no sin, is very sinfull, to say we are without iniquity, is a saying full of iniquity, (1 John 1.8.) If we say we have no sin (Here is Job saying so, To say we have no since, is very sinful, to say we Are without iniquity, is a saying full of iniquity, (1 John 1.8.) If we say we have no since (Here is Job saying so, p-acp vvb pns12 vhb dx n1, vbz av j, pc-acp vvi pns12 vbr p-acp n1, vbz dt vvg j pp-f n1, (crd np1 crd.) cs pns12 vvb pns12 vhb dx n1 (av vbz np1 vvg av, (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4011 as Elihu chargeth him) we deceive our selves, and the truth is not in us. as Elihu charges him) we deceive our selves, and the truth is not in us. c-acp np1 vvz pno31) pns12 vvb po12 n2, cc dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pno12. (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4012 And ( v: 10.) If any man say, he hath no sin, he maketh God a lyar, And (v: 10.) If any man say, he hath no since, he makes God a liar, cc (vmb: crd) cs d n1 vvi, pns31 vhz dx n1, pns31 vvz np1 dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4013 and his word is not in him. and his word is not in him. cc po31 n1 vbz xx p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4014 Now what greater sin can there be, if we consider the force of these two verses, Now what greater since can there be, if we Consider the force of these two Verses, av q-crq jc n1 vmb a-acp vbi, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4015 then for any man to say he hath no sin? How extreamly sinfull this is, may be shewed in foure things. then for any man to say he hath no since? How extremely sinful this is, may be showed in foure things. av p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pns31 vhz dx n1? c-crq av-jn j d vbz, vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 681 Page 202
4016 First, It is extreame pride for any man to say; I have no sin; What is pride? but an over-reckoning of our selves. First, It is extreme pride for any man to say; I have no since; What is pride? but an over-reckoning of our selves. ord, pn31 vbz j-jn n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi; pns11 vhb dx n1; r-crq vbz n1? p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 682 Page 202
4017 When we value our selves, 'tis best to doe it at an under rate, and to say lesse of our selves (if it may be) then we are, When we valve our selves, it's best to do it At an under rate, and to say less of our selves (if it may be) then we Are, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2, pn31|vbz av-js pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt a-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi dc pp-f po12 n2 (cs pn31 vmb vbi) cs pns12 vbr, (12) chapter (DIV2) 682 Page 203
4018 as Paul did, who called himselfe lesse then the least of all Saints; Pride alwayes over-reckons and casts us up more then we are worth. as Paul did, who called himself less then the least of all Saints; Pride always over-reckons and Cast us up more then we Are worth. c-acp np1 vdd, r-crq vvd px31 av-dc cs dt ds pp-f d n2; n1 av j cc vvz pno12 a-acp av-dc cs pns12 vbr j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 682 Page 203
4019 Some reckon their temporall and many more their spirituall estates at many thousands (as I may say) when upon a true account they are worse then nothing. some reckon their temporal and many more their spiritual estates At many thousands (as I may say) when upon a true account they Are Worse then nothing. d vvb po32 j cc av-d av-dc po32 j n2 p-acp d crd (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) c-crq p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vbr av-jc cs pix. (12) chapter (DIV2) 682 Page 203
4020 So did the Church of Laodicea (Rev: 3.17.) Thou sayest I am rich, So did the Church of Laodicea (Rev: 3.17.) Thou Sayest I am rich, av vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) pns21 vv2 pns11 vbm j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 682 Page 203
4021 and encreased with goods, and have need of nothing, and knowest not that thou art wretched, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing, and Knowest not that thou art wretched, cc vvd p-acp n2-j, cc vhb n1 pp-f pix, cc vv2 xx cst pns21 vb2r j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 682 Page 203
4022 and miserable, and poore, and blind, and naked. and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked. cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 682 Page 203
4023 They who are soule-blind, cannot see either how bad they are, or what good they want; They who Are soul-blind, cannot see either how bade they Are, or what good they want; pns32 r-crq vbr j, vmbx vvi d q-crq vvd pns32 vbr, cc r-crq j pns32 vvb; (12) chapter (DIV2) 682 Page 203
4024 Nothing hinders the sight of our wants so much as a conceit that we are full. Nothing hinders the sighed of our Wants so much as a conceit that we Are full. pix vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 av av-d c-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vbr j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 682 Page 203
4025 Secondly, It is the greatest deceit, even selfe-deceit, to say or suppose that we are (in this sence) cleane without transgression; so saith that text of the Apostle ( v: 8.) He that saith he hath no sin, deceiveth himselfe. Secondly, It is the greatest deceit, even self-deceit, to say or suppose that we Are (in this sense) clean without Transgression; so Says that text of the Apostle (v: 8.) He that Says he hath no since, deceives himself. ord, pn31 vbz dt js n1, av n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvb cst pns12 vbr (p-acp d n1) av-j p-acp n1; av vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1 (vmb: crd) pns31 cst vvz pns31 vhz dx n1, vvz px31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 683 Page 203
4026 It is bad enough to deceive others, and woe to them that doe so; but how bad is their condition who deceive themselves! It is bad enough to deceive Others, and woe to them that do so; but how bad is their condition who deceive themselves! pn31 vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi n2-jn, cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vdb av; cc-acp c-crq j vbz po32 n1 r-crq vvb px32! (12) chapter (DIV2) 683 Page 203
4027 He is in an ill condition who is deceived by others; He is in an ill condition who is deceived by Others; pns31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n2-jn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 683 Page 203
4028 But if a man deceive himselfe, where shall he have his amends? Selfe-admirers, and selfe-flatterers, are the Greatest selfe-deceivers. But if a man deceive himself, where shall he have his amends? Selfe-admirers, and selfe-flatterers, Are the Greatest selfe-deceivers. cc-acp cs dt n1 vvi px31, c-crq vmb pns31 vhi po31 n2? n2, cc n2, vbr dt js n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 683 Page 203
4029 And who or what shall be true to that man, who is false to himselfe? And who or what shall be true to that man, who is false to himself? cc q-crq cc q-crq vmb vbi j p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp px31? (12) chapter (DIV2) 683 Page 203
4030 Thirdly, It is a lye and the greatest lye, (that's more then a bare deceit) for it is such a lye as leaveth no truth at all in us. Thirdly, It is a lie and the greatest lie, (that's more then a bore deceit) for it is such a lie as Leaveth no truth At all in us. ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 cc dt js n1, (cst|vbz av-dc cs dt j n1) c-acp pn31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno12. (12) chapter (DIV2) 684 Page 203
4031 He that saith he hath no sin in him, hath no truth in him; what hath he in him then, but a lye? Every sin is a lye, He that Says he hath no since in him, hath no truth in him; what hath he in him then, but a lie? Every since is a lie, pns31 cst vvz pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno31, vhz dx n1 p-acp pno31; r-crq vhz pns31 p-acp pno31 av, cc-acp dt n1? np1 n1 vbz dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 684 Page 203
4032 and he that saith he hath no sin in him, hath nothing of truth in him; and he that Says he hath no since in him, hath nothing of truth in him; cc pns31 cst vvz pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno31, vhz pix pp-f n1 p-acp pno31; (12) chapter (DIV2) 684 Page 203
4033 what hath he then in him, or what is he, but a lye? ( v: 10.) The word of God is not in him, which is the treasury of all truth; what hath he then in him, or what is he, but a lie? (v: 10.) The word of God is not in him, which is the treasury of all truth; r-crq vhz pns31 av p-acp pno31, cc r-crq vbz pns31, cc-acp dt n1? (vmb: crd) dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 684 Page 203
4034 and therefore he hath no truth in him, nor can have, till he hath repented of that lye. and Therefore he hath no truth in him, nor can have, till he hath repented of that lie. cc av pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno31, ccx vmb vhi, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pp-f d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 684 Page 203
4035 Fourthly, (that ye may see there is exceeding much in this charge) To say so, is blasphemy, and the highest blasphemy; Fourthly, (that you may see there is exceeding much in this charge) To say so, is blasphemy, and the highest blasphemy; ord, (cst pn22 vmb vvi a-acp vbz vvg av-d p-acp d n1) pc-acp vvi av, vbz n1, cc dt js n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 685 Page 203
4036 Why? Because it makes God a lyar, •e that saith he hath no sin, doth not only deceive himselfe, Why? Because it makes God a liar, •e that Says he hath no since, does not only deceive himself, c-crq? p-acp pn31 vvz np1 dt n1, av cst vvz pns31 vhz dx n1, vdz xx av-j vvi px31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 685 Page 203
4037 but as much as in him lyeth, he makes God a lyar ( v: 10.) To deceive with a lye, is the worst sort of deceivings; but as much as in him lies, he makes God a liar (v: 10.) To deceive with a lie, is the worst sort of deceivings; cc-acp c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno31 vvz, pns31 vvz np1 dt n1 (vmb: crd) p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz dt js n1 pp-f n2-vvg; (12) chapter (DIV2) 685 Page 203
4038 and what lye is worse then, or so bad as that which makes the God of truth a lyar, and what lie is Worse then, or so bad as that which makes the God of truth a liar, cc r-crq n1 vbz jc av, cc av j c-acp d r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 685 Page 203
4039 and turnes the truth of God into a lye. and turns the truth of God into a lie. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 685 Page 204
4040 Lay these foure considerations together, and then it will appeare how heavie a charge is contained in these words, Lay these foure considerations together, and then it will appear how heavy a charge is contained in these words, np1 d crd n2 av, cc av pn31 vmb vvi c-crq j dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 685 Page 204
4041 when Elihu saith he had heard Job say, he was cleane without transgression, he was innocent, and no iniquity in him. when Elihu Says he had herd Job say, he was clean without Transgression, he was innocent, and no iniquity in him. c-crq np1 vvz pns31 vhd vvn np1 vvb, pns31 vbds j p-acp n1, pns31 vbds j-jn, cc dx n1 p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 685 Page 204
4042 Therefore, thirdly, consider a little further, what occasion had Job given Elihu to say that he had sayd, I am cleane from transgression, &c. I answer, There are severall passages upon which Elihu might pitch this charge; Therefore, Thirdly, Consider a little further, what occasion had Job given Elihu to say that he had said, I am clean from Transgression, etc. I answer, There Are several passages upon which Elihu might pitch this charge; av, ord, vvb dt j av-jc, q-crq n1 vhd n1 vvn np1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, av pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vmd vvi d n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 686 Page 204
4043 I will only name foure texts, out of which, possibly this might arise. First, ( Chap: 10. 7.) where Job speaking to God himselfe saith; I will only name foure texts, out of which, possibly this might arise. First, (Chap: 10. 7.) where Job speaking to God himself Says; pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd n2, av pp-f r-crq, av-j d vmd vvi. ord, (n1: crd crd) q-crq np1 vvg p-acp np1 px31 vvz; (12) chapter (DIV2) 687 Page 204
4044 Thou knowest that I am not wicked. He appealed to the knowledge of God himselfe in the thing. Thou Knowest that I am not wicked. He appealed to the knowledge of God himself in the thing. pns21 vv2 cst pns11 vbm xx j. pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31 p-acp dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 687 Page 204
4045 The second may be collected from ( Chap: 16. 17.) Not for any injustice in my hand, also my prayer is pure. The second may be collected from (Chap: 16. 17.) Not for any injustice in my hand, also my prayer is pure. dt ord vmb vbi vvn p-acp (n1: crd crd) xx p-acp d n1 p-acp po11 n1, av po11 n1 vbz j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 687 Page 204
4046 The third, from ( Chap: 23. 10.) But he knoweth the way that I take, The third, from (Chap: 23. 10.) But he Knoweth the Way that I take, dt ord, p-acp (n1: crd crd) p-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 cst pns11 vvb, (12) chapter (DIV2) 687 Page 204
4047 when he hath tryed me I shall come forth as gold; My foot hath held his steps, his way have I kept and not declined. when he hath tried me I shall come forth as gold; My foot hath held his steps, his Way have I kept and not declined. c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp n1; po11 n1 vhz vvn po31 n2, po31 n1 vhb pns11 vvn cc xx vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 687 Page 204
4048 In the fourth place Elihu might take those words ( Chap: 27. 5.) God forbid that I should justifie you, till I die I will not remove my integrity from me. In the fourth place Elihu might take those words (Chap: 27. 5.) God forbid that I should justify you, till I die I will not remove my integrity from me. p-acp dt ord n1 np1 vmd vvi d n2 (n1: crd crd) np1 vvb cst pns11 vmd vvi pn22, c-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 687 Page 204
4049 My righteousness I hold fast, and will not let it goe, my heart shall not reproach me as long as I live. My righteousness I hold fast, and will not let it go, my heart shall not reproach me as long as I live. po11 n1 pns11 vvb av-j, cc vmb xx vvi pn31 vvi, po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pno11 a-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vvb. (12) chapter (DIV2) 687 Page 204
4050 All these are Job's assertions concerning his owne innocency, And these or such like passages as these, Elihu ('tis likely) being an attentive hearer, had observed and picked up as the matter of this first part of his charge, Job's self-justification. All these Are Job's assertions Concerning his own innocency, And these or such like passages as these, Elihu (it's likely) being an attentive hearer, had observed and picked up as the matter of this First part of his charge, Job's self-justification. d d vbr npg1 n2 vvg po31 d n1, cc d cc d j n2 p-acp d, np1 (pn31|vbz j) vbg dt j n1, vhd vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d ord n1 pp-f po31 n1, npg1 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 687 Page 204
4051 Fourthly, and lastly, let us consider whether Elihu did rightly bring this charge against Job from these sayings? or whether he dealt so ingenuously with Job as he promised, Fourthly, and lastly, let us Consider whither Elihu did rightly bring this charge against Job from these sayings? or whither he dealt so ingenuously with Job as he promised, ord, cc ord, vvb pno12 vvi cs np1 vdd av-jn vvi d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2-vvg? cc cs pns31 vvd av av-j p-acp n1 c-acp pns31 vvd, (12) chapter (DIV2) 688 Page 204
4052 while from these or the like passages he saith, Job had sayd, I am cleane without transgression, &c. while from these or the like passages he Says, Job had said, I am clean without Transgression, etc. cs p-acp d cc dt j n2 pns31 vvz, n1 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, av (12) chapter (DIV2) 688 Page 204
4053 For answer, first, take notice that Elihu was not the first that had charged Job thus; For answer, First, take notice that Elihu was not the First that had charged Job thus; p-acp n1, ord, vvb n1 cst np1 vbds xx dt ord cst vhd vvn np1 av; (12) chapter (DIV2) 689 Page 204
4054 he had been thus charged by his three friends before. he had been thus charged by his three Friends before. pns31 vhd vbn av vvn p-acp po31 crd n2 a-acp. (12) chapter (DIV2) 689 Page 204
4055 Zophar sayd ( Chap: 11. 4.) Thou hast sayd my doctrine is pure, and I am cleane in thine eyes; Zophar said (Chap: 11. 4.) Thou hast said my Doctrine is pure, and I am clean in thine eyes; np1 vvd (n1: crd crd) pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1 vbz j, cc pns11 vbm j p-acp po21 n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 689 Page 204
4056 that is, in the eyes of God. that is, in the eyes of God. cst vbz, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 689 Page 204
4057 Eliphaz seem•s to say as much ( Chap: 15. 14.) What is man that he should be clean? and he which is borne of a woman that he should be righteous? While Eliphaz put these questions, he intimated that Job had made such affirmations. Eliphaz seem•s to say as much (Chap: 15. 14.) What is man that he should be clean? and he which is born of a woman that he should be righteous? While Eliphaz put these questions, he intimated that Job had made such affirmations. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d (n1: crd crd) q-crq vbz n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi j? cc pns31 r-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi j? cs np1 vvd d n2, pns31 vvd cst np1 vhd vvn d n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 689 Page 204
4077 Secondly, Most of those passages wherein he speakes of himselfe as cleane and righteous, may be understood of his imputative cleanness and righteousness, Secondly, Most of those passages wherein he speaks of himself as clean and righteous, may be understood of his imputative cleanness and righteousness, ord, ds pp-f d n2 c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f px31 p-acp j cc j, vmb vbi vvn pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 694 Page 206
4058 Bildad likewise was upon the same strain with him ( Chap: 25. 4.) How then can man be justified with God? or how can he be cleane that is borne of a woman? We see then, this was not the first time by three, that Job had heard this charge, Bildad likewise was upon the same strain with him (Chap: 25. 4.) How then can man be justified with God? or how can he be clean that is born of a woman? We see then, this was not the First time by three, that Job had herd this charge, np1 av vbds p-acp dt d n1 p-acp pno31 (n1: crd crd) c-crq av vmb n1 vbi vvn p-acp np1? cc q-crq vmb pns31 vbi j cst vbz vvn pp-f dt n1? pns12 vvb av, d vbds xx dt ord n1 p-acp crd, cst n1 vhd vvn d n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 689 Page 205
4059 and had made answer for himselfe. And as these charges, so Job's answers have been opened heretofore upon those former passages, and had made answer for himself. And as these charges, so Job's answers have been opened heretofore upon those former passages, cc vhd vvn n1 p-acp px31. cc c-acp d n2, av npg1 n2 vhb vbn vvn av p-acp d j n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 689 Page 205
4060 and therefore I shall not stay much upon the poynt here. and Therefore I shall not stay much upon the point Here. cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi d p-acp dt n1 av. (12) chapter (DIV2) 689 Page 205
4061 Yet because Elihu reassumes this argument, yea makes it his strongest argument against Job, I shall a little consider whether he did rightly or no in this thing. Yet Because Elihu reassumes this argument, yea makes it his Strongest argument against Job, I shall a little Consider whither he did rightly or no in this thing. av c-acp np1 vvz d n1, uh vvz pn31 po31 js n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vmb dt j vvi cs pns31 vdd av-jn cc av-dx p-acp d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 689 Page 205
4062 To cleare (which we must remember) that Job's innocency had received a three-fold testimony in this booke. To clear (which we must Remember) that Job's innocency had received a threefold testimony in this book. p-acp j (r-crq pns12 vmb vvi) cst npg1 n1 vhd vvn dt j n1 p-acp d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 690 Page 205
4063 First, He received a testimony from God himselfe, and that a very notable and glorious one ( Chap: 1. 8.) Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man. First, He received a testimony from God himself, and that a very notable and glorious one (Chap: 1. 8.) Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man. ord, pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1 px31, cc cst dt j j cc j pi (n1: crd crd) vh2 pns21 vvn po11 n1 np1, cst pc-acp vbz pix j pno31 p-acp dt n1, dt j cc dt j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 691 Page 205
4064 Secondly, He received a further testimony from the pen-man of this book, who having recorded the severall afflictions of Job, and his behaviour under them, repeats it twice ( Chap: 1. 21. Chap: 2. 10.) In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly. Secondly, He received a further testimony from the penman of this book, who having recorded the several afflictions of Job, and his behaviour under them, repeats it twice (Chap: 1. 21. Chap: 2. 10.) In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly. ord, pns31 vvd dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhg vvn dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1 p-acp pno32, vvz pn31 av (n1: crd crd n1: crd crd) p-acp d d n1 vvd xx, ccx vvd np1 av-j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 692 Page 205
4065 The testimony which God gave him, referred to his former actions or conversation before his affliction. The testimony which God gave him, referred to his former actions or Conversation before his affliction. dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd pno31, vvd p-acp po31 j n2 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 692 Page 205
4066 The testimony which the writer gave him, referred specially to his latter words or speeches under his affliction. The testimony which the writer gave him, referred specially to his latter words or Speeches under his affliction. dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvd pno31, vvd av-j p-acp po31 d n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 692 Page 205
4067 Besides these testimonies which are not at all questioned nor can be; we find a third testimony, and that he gives of himselfe. Beside these testimonies which Are not At all questioned nor can be; we find a third testimony, and that he gives of himself. p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr xx p-acp d vvd ccx vmb vbi; pns12 vvb dt ord n1, cc cst pns31 vvz pp-f px31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 692 Page 205
4068 Now though Elihu did highly reverence the testimony which God had given (if we may suppose he had notice of it) and would also the testimony of the pen-man of the booke, had it then been written; Now though Elihu did highly Reverence the testimony which God had given (if we may suppose he had notice of it) and would also the testimony of the penman of the book, had it then been written; av cs np1 vdd av-j vvi dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn (cs pns12 vmb vvi pns31 vhd n1 pp-f pn31) cc vmd av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhd pn31 av vbi vvn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 692 Page 205
4069 yet he questioned the testimony which Job gave of himselfe. yet he questioned the testimony which Job gave of himself. av pns31 vvd dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd pp-f px31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 692 Page 205
4070 Now, that there was some severity in this charge upon that suspition, may appeare by considering it in a few particulars. Now, that there was Some severity in this charge upon that suspicion, may appear by considering it in a few particulars. av, cst a-acp vbds d n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, vmb vvi p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt d n2-j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 692 Page 205
4071 First, It must be sayd on Job's part, or in favour of him, according to truth, that he never affirmed, he was not a sinner. First, It must be said on Job's part, or in favour of him, according to truth, that he never affirmed, he was not a sinner. ord, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp npg1 vvb, cc p-acp n1 pp-f pno31, vvg p-acp n1, cst pns31 av-x vvd, pns31 vbds xx dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 693 Page 205
4072 Nay we shall find him more then once, twice, or thrice, confessing the sinfulness of his nature, Nay we shall find him more then once, twice, or thrice, confessing the sinfulness of his nature, uh-x pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av-dc cs a-acp, av, cc av, vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 693 Page 205
4073 and the sins of his life. and the Sins of his life. cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 693 Page 205
4074 We find him also confessing that notwithstanding all the righteousness and integrity in him, yet he would owne none of it before God; We find him also confessing that notwithstanding all the righteousness and integrity in him, yet he would own none of it before God; pns12 vvb pno31 av vvg cst p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, av pns31 vmd vvi pix pp-f pn31 p-acp np1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 693 Page 205
4075 and that if he should justifie himselfe, his owne cloaths would abhorre him. and that if he should justify himself, his own clothes would abhor him. cc cst cs pns31 vmd vvi px31, po31 d n2 vmd vvi pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 693 Page 205
4078 as a person justified in the redeemer, of whom he spake with such a Gospel spirit and full assurance of faith, that he might well assert this of himselfe, I know that being justified, I am cleane and without sin. as a person justified in the redeemer, of whom he spoke with such a Gospel Spirit and full assurance of faith, that he might well assert this of himself, I know that being justified, I am clean and without since. c-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, pp-f ro-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d dt n1 n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd av vvb d pp-f px31, pns11 vvb d vbg vvn, pns11 vbm j cc p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 694 Page 206
4079 It is no fault for a believer to say, I am cleane without transgression, through free Grace, in the righteousness of Jesus Christ. It is no fault for a believer to say, I am clean without Transgression, through free Grace, in the righteousness of jesus christ. pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 694 Page 206
4080 Much of what Job spake in this matter is to be taken that way. Much of what Job spoke in this matter is to be taken that Way. d pp-f r-crq np1 vvd p-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 694 Page 206
4081 Thirdly, When Job affirmes these things of himselfe, we may say this in favour of him, he meanes it of great transgressions. Thirdly, When Job affirms these things of himself, we may say this in favour of him, he means it of great transgressions. ord, c-crq np1 vvz d n2 pp-f px31, pns12 vmb vvi d p-acp n1 pp-f pno31, pns31 vvz pn31 pp-f j n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 695 Page 206
4082 The words in the text note defection and wilfull swerving from the right way. The words in the text note defection and wilful swerving from the right Way. dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb n1 cc j vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 695 Page 206
4083 His friends charged him with hypocrisie, with oppression, with taking the pledge for nought, with stripping the naked of their clothing. His Friends charged him with hypocrisy, with oppression, with taking the pledge for nought, with stripping the naked of their clothing. po31 n2 vvd pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pix, p-acp vvg dt j pp-f po32 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 695 Page 206
4084 Thine iniquity is great (said Eliphaz) and thy sin is infinite. Now saith Job, I am cleane, I have no such transgressions. Thine iniquity is great (said Eliphaz) and thy since is infinite. Now Says Job, I am clean, I have no such transgressions. po21 n1 vbz j (vvd np1) cc po21 n1 vbz j. av vvz np1, pns11 vbm j, pns11 vhb dx d n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 695 Page 206
4085 And he might well answer his friends charge of impiety against God, and iniquity towards men, with a flat deniall, And he might well answer his Friends charge of impiety against God, and iniquity towards men, with a flat denial, cc pns31 vmd av vvi po31 ng1 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp n2, p-acp dt j n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 695 Page 206
4086 yea with an affirmation of the contrary; There is no such iniquity in me, prove it if you can. yea with an affirmation of the contrary; There is no such iniquity in me, prove it if you can. uh p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp pno11, vvb pn31 cs pn22 vmb. (12) chapter (DIV2) 695 Page 206
4087 He was unblameable in the sight of man. Fourthly, In favour of Job this may be sayd; He was unblameable in the sighed of man. Fourthly, In favour of Job this may be said; pns31 vbds j-u p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f np1 d vmb vbi vvn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 695 Page 206
4088 what he spake of himselfe and of his owne righteousness, was upon much provocation, of when his spirit was heated by his friends, who so constantly urged these crimes against him. what he spoke of himself and of his own righteousness, was upon much provocation, of when his Spirit was heated by his Friends, who so constantly urged these crimes against him. r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f px31 cc pp-f po31 d n1, vbds p-acp d n1, pp-f c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2, r-crq av av-j vvn d n2 p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 696 Page 206
4089 In these heats he spake highly of himselfe, and though it doth not excuse any mans sin when he hath spoken sinfully, to say I was provoked; In these heats he spoke highly of himself, and though it does not excuse any men since when he hath spoken sinfully, to say I was provoked; p-acp d n2 pns31 vvd av-j pp-f px31, cc cs pn31 vdz xx vvi d ng1 n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn av-j, pc-acp vvi pns11 vbds vvn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 696 Page 206
4090 yet it doth abate the greatness of the sin. yet it does abate the greatness of the since. av pn31 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 696 Page 206
4091 Good Moses (who was the meekest man upon the earth) when through provocation he spake unadvisedly with his lips, felt the smart of it, Good Moses (who was the Meekest man upon the earth) when through provocation he spoke unadvisedly with his lips, felt the smart of it, j np1 (r-crq vbds dt js n1 p-acp dt n1) c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vvd av-j p-acp po31 n2, vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 696 Page 206
4092 and God reckoned sorely with him for it: and God reckoned sorely with him for it: cc np1 vvd av-j p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31: (12) chapter (DIV2) 696 Page 206
4093 Yet to speake amisse upon provocation, is not so much amisse, as to speake so in cold blood, or unprovoked. Yet to speak amiss upon provocation, is not so much amiss, as to speak so in cold blood, or unprovoked. av pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1, vbz xx av av-d av, c-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp j-jn n1, cc vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 696 Page 206
4094 Fifthly, Elihu might have put a fairer interpretation and construction upon these sayings of Job; He might have taken them in the best sence, Fifthly, Elihu might have put a Fairer Interpretation and construction upon these sayings of Job; He might have taken them in the best sense, ord, np1 vmd vhi vvn dt jc n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2-vvg pp-f n1; pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp dt js n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 697 Page 206
4095 as Job meant them, that he was righteous, cleane and innocent in all his transactions with men, as Job meant them, that he was righteous, clean and innocent in all his transactions with men, c-acp n1 vvd pno32, cst pns31 vbds j, j cc j-jn p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 697 Page 206
4096 and had not wickedly at any time departed from God. and had not wickedly At any time departed from God. cc vhd xx av-j p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 697 Page 206
4097 And then ther had not been such matter of fault in what he said, as was broughe against him. And then there had not been such matter of fault in what he said, as was broughe against him. cc av pc-acp vhd xx vbn d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd, c-acp vbds vvd p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 697 Page 206
4158 Thus most of the Hebrew writers carry it; Thus most of the Hebrew writers carry it; av ds pp-f dt njp n2 vvb pn31; (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 210
4098 Yet, in vindication of Elihu, it must be granted, Job gave him occasion to rebuke and blame what he had said, Yet, in vindication of Elihu, it must be granted, Job gave him occasion to rebuke and blame what he had said, av, p-acp n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, n1 vvd pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 698 Page 207
4099 and that chiefly upon these three accounts. and that chiefly upon these three accounts. cc cst av-jn p-acp d crd n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 698 Page 207
4100 First, Because he spake many things of himselfe which had an appearance of boasting, and so of vaine speaking. First, Because he spoke many things of himself which had an appearance of boasting, and so of vain speaking. ord, c-acp pns31 vvd d n2 pp-f px31 r-crq vhd dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc av pp-f j n-vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 699 Page 207
4101 A little truly sayd of our selves, or in our owne commendation, may be thought too much, A little truly said of our selves, or in our own commendation, may be Thought too much, dt j av-j vvd pp-f po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 d n1, vmb vbi vvn av av-d, (12) chapter (DIV2) 699 Page 207
4102 how much more, when we say much. Secondly, He spake such things as carri'd a shew of overboldness with God. how much more, when we say much. Secondly, He spoke such things as carried a show of overboldness with God. c-crq d dc, c-crq pns12 vvb av-d. ord, pns31 vvd d n2 c-acp vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 699 Page 207
4103 He did not observe his distance, as he ought, when he so earnestly pressed for a hearing to plead his cause before God; He did not observe his distance, as he ought, when he so earnestly pressed for a hearing to plead his cause before God; pns31 vdd xx vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vmd, c-crq pns31 av av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 700 Page 207
4104 especially, when he so often complained of the severity of Gods proceedure with him, with which Elihu taxeth him directly in the two verses following. especially, when he so often complained of the severity of God's procedure with him, with which Elihu Taxes him directly in the two Verses following. av-j, c-crq pns31 av av vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno31 av-j p-acp dt crd n2 vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 700 Page 207
4105 Upon both these grounds Elihu thought (and was no doubt guided in it by the Spirit of God) to cut him to the quick, that Job might learne to speake more humbly of himselfe, and more temperately to God. And therefore Upon both these grounds Elihu Thought (and was no doubt guided in it by the Spirit of God) to Cut him to the quick, that Job might Learn to speak more humbly of himself, and more temperately to God. And Therefore p-acp d d n2 np1 vvd (cc vbds dx n1 vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j, cst n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j pp-f px31, cc av-dc av-j p-acp np1. cc av (12) chapter (DIV2) 700 Page 207
4106 Thirdly, The Lord did righteously, yea and graciously let out the spirit of Elihu upon him in another way then his friends before had done. Thirdly, The Lord did righteously, yea and graciously let out the Spirit of Elihu upon him in Another Way then his Friends before had done. ord, dt n1 vdd av-j, uh cc av-j vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp j-jn n1 av po31 n2 a-acp vhd vdn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4107 He did not charge him with wickedness in fact, but dealt with him about the unwariness of his words. He did not charge him with wickedness in fact, but dealt with him about the unwariness of his words. pns31 vdd xx vvi pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4108 Job could not say he had never spoken such words, for such words he did speake, Job could not say he had never spoken such words, for such words he did speak, np1 vmd xx vvi pns31 vhd av-x vvn d n2, p-acp d n2 pns31 vdd vvi, (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4109 though he did not speake them as Elihu tooke them. though he did not speak them as Elihu took them. cs pns31 vdd xx vvi pno32 c-acp np1 vvd pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4110 When words are out they must stand to the mercy of the hearers, and abide such a judgement as may, with truth be made of them, When words Are out they must stand to the mercy of the hearers, and abide such a judgement as may, with truth be made of them, c-crq n2 vbr av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc vvi d dt n1 c-acp vmb, p-acp n1 vbb vvn pp-f pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4111 though possibly, besides the purpose of the speaker. though possibly, beside the purpose of the speaker. c-acp av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4112 A man (in that case) is not wronged, he should learne to speak more warily, A man (in that case) is not wronged, he should Learn to speak more warily, dt n1 (p-acp d n1) vbz xx vvn, pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4113 and not give occasion of offence. and not give occasion of offence. cc xx vvi n1 pp-f n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4114 Doubtlesse the Lord had a gracious intent upon Job, in stirring the spirit of Elihu to represent his words in the hardest sence, that he might humble him. Doubtless the Lord had a gracious intent upon Job, in stirring the Spirit of Elihu to represent his words in the Hardest sense, that he might humble him. av-j dt n1 vhd dt j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt js n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4115 Job's spirit was yet too high and not broken enough, as it was afterwards. Nor doth Job reply or retort upon Elihu for this; Job's Spirit was yet too high and not broken enough, as it was afterwards. Nor does Job reply or retort upon Elihu for this; npg1 n1 vbds av av j cc xx vvn av-d, c-acp pn31 vbds av. ccx vdz np1 n1 cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d; (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4116 And when the Lord himselfe began to deal with him, he saith, Who is this that darkeneth councell by words without knowledge (Chap: 38. 2.) and Job himselfe being brought upon his knees confesseth ( Chap: 42. 3.) I have uttered that I understood not, things too wonderfull for me, which I knew not: And when the Lord himself began to deal with him, he Says, Who is this that darkeneth council by words without knowledge (Chap: 38. 2.) and Job himself being brought upon his knees Confesses (Chap: 42. 3.) I have uttered that I understood not, things too wonderful for me, which I knew not: cc c-crq dt n1 px31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz, r-crq vbz d cst vvz n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1 (n1: crd crd) cc np1 px31 vbg vvn p-acp po31 n2 vvz (n1: crd crd) pns11 vhb vvn cst pns11 vvd xx, n2 av j c-acp pno11, r-crq pns11 vvd xx: (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4117 I have been too bold I confesse. I have been too bold I confess. pns11 vhb vbn av j pns11 vvb. (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 207
4118 Though it was not Jobs purpose or meaning to speake so (he had integrity in what he spake) yet his words did beare such a construction. Though it was not Jobs purpose or meaning to speak so (he had integrity in what he spoke) yet his words did bear such a construction. cs pn31 vbds xx n2 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av (pns31 vhn n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd) av po31 n2 vdd vvi d dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 208
4119 And the Lord suffer'd Elihu to urge them upon him to the utmost. And the Lord suffered Elihu to urge them upon him to the utmost. cc dt n1 vvn np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 701 Page 208
4120 Yet, notwithstanding all that hath been sayd, I doe conceive, that Elihu had not the least imagination, that the meaning of Job in those assertions concerning himselfe, was, that he had not sinned at all, Yet, notwithstanding all that hath been said, I do conceive, that Elihu had not the least imagination, that the meaning of Job in those assertions Concerning himself, was, that he had not sinned At all, av, c-acp d cst vhz vbn vvn, pns11 vdb vvi, cst np1 vhd xx dt ds n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vvg px31, vbds, cst pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp d, (12) chapter (DIV2) 702 Page 208
4121 or that there was no sin in him; or that there was no since in him; cc cst a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp pno31; (12) chapter (DIV2) 702 Page 208
4122 But taking his words in the best and fairest construction they could beare, he yet saw cause to check and reprove him, But taking his words in the best and Fairest construction they could bear, he yet saw cause to check and reprove him, cc-acp vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt js cc js n1 pns32 vmd vvi, pns31 av vvd n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 702 Page 208
4123 for saying so much, in that condition, about his innocency; for saying so much, in that condition, about his innocency; p-acp vvg av av-d, p-acp d n1, p-acp po31 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 702 Page 208
4124 whereas he should have been chiefly taken up in glorifying God, and humbling himselfe under his mighty hand. whereas he should have been chiefly taken up in glorifying God, and humbling himself under his mighty hand. cs pns31 vmd vhi vbn av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp vvg np1, cc vvg px31 p-acp po31 j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 702 Page 208
4125 So much for the answer to the fourth query, what reason Elihu had to charge Job thus? It hath been shewed wha• may be sayd in favour of Job; And also, that Elihu might without breach of charity charge him with these sayings. So much for the answer to the fourth query, what reason Elihu had to charge Job thus? It hath been showed wha• may be said in favour of Job; And also, that Elihu might without breach of charity charge him with these sayings. av av-d c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq n1 np1 vhd p-acp n1 np1 av? pn31 vhz vbn vvn n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc av, cst np1 vmd p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvb pno31 p-acp d n2-vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 702 Page 208
4126 To shut up this verse, take only two briefe notes from the whole. First, The best of men have their failings, and are apt to over-report themselves. To shut up this verse, take only two brief notes from the Whole. First, The best of men have their failings, and Are apt to over-report themselves. pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1, vvb av-j crd j n2 p-acp dt j-jn. ord, dt js pp-f n2 vhb po32 n2-vvg, cc vbr j p-acp n1 px32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 703 Page 208
4127 Our most deliberate actions and speeches have some tincture of the flesh, how much more those which passe us in a passion. Our most deliberate actions and Speeches have Some tincture of the Flesh, how much more those which pass us in a passion. po12 av-ds j n2 cc n2 vhb d n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq d dc d r-crq vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 704 Page 208
4128 Though Job spake what was true, yet he spake more then was meete. Though Job spoke what was true, yet he spoke more then was meet. cs n1 vvd r-crq vbds j, av pns31 vvd av-dc cs vbds j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 704 Page 208
4129 And they that heard him might take just occasion of offence, not knowing his spirit and the strain of his heart in speaking so. And they that herd him might take just occasion of offence, not knowing his Spirit and the strain of his heart in speaking so. cc pns32 cst vvd pno31 vmd vvi j n1 pp-f n1, xx vvg po31 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg av. (12) chapter (DIV2) 704 Page 208
4130 The Apostle James saith ( James 3. 2.) If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, The Apostle James Says (James 3. 2.) If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, dt n1 np1 vvz (np1 crd crd) cs d n1 vvb xx p-acp n1, dt d vbz dt j n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 704 Page 208
4131 and able also to bridle the whole body. He hath a mighty command over his spirit, that can command his tongue; especially when he is provoked. and able also to bridle the Whole body. He hath a mighty command over his Spirit, that can command his tongue; especially when he is provoked. cc j av pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1. pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vmb vvi po31 n1; av-j c-crq pns31 vbz vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 704 Page 208
4132 It is a reall part of perfection, not to offend in word. This good man spake many things well, yet all was not well spoken. It is a real part of perfection, not to offend in word. This good man spoke many things well, yet all was not well spoken. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. d j n1 vvd d n2 av, av d vbds xx av vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 704 Page 208
4133 Againe, In that Job spake thus, under the pressure of affliction. Observe. Again, In that Job spoke thus, under the pressure of affliction. Observe. av, p-acp cst n1 vvd av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. vvb. (12) chapter (DIV2) 705 Page 208
4134 In times of affliction it is better to be much in bewailing of sin, then in making reports wherein we have not sinned. In times of affliction it is better to be much in bewailing of since, then in making reports wherein we have not sinned. p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vbi av-d p-acp vvg pp-f n1, av p-acp vvg n2 c-crq pns12 vhb xx vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 705 Page 208
4135 There will no hurt come of that; There will no hurt come of that; a-acp vmb dx n1 vvb pp-f d; (12) chapter (DIV2) 706 Page 208
4136 but while we are reporting our innocency, and good deeds, though what we speak be true, but while we Are reporting our innocency, and good Deeds, though what we speak be true, cc-acp cs pns12 vbr vvg po12 n1, cc j n2, cs r-crq pns12 vvb vbb j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 706 Page 208
4137 yet 'tis subject to construction, and layeth us open to reproofe. Lastly, We may learne from the dealing of Elihu with Job, That in all disputations, yet it's Subject to construction, and Layeth us open to reproof. Lastly, We may Learn from the dealing of Elihu with Job, That in all disputations, av pn31|vbz j-jn p-acp n1, cc vvz pno12 vvi p-acp n1. ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp np1, cst p-acp d n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 706 Page 208
4138 and matters of controversie with others, we should take heed, that we fasten no uncharitable interpretation upon the words of our adversary, and matters of controversy with Others, we should take heed, that we fasten no uncharitable Interpretation upon the words of our adversary, cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, pns12 vmd vvi n1, cst pns12 vvb dx j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 707 Page 209
4139 nor adde any thing of our owne to them, nor wrest them besides their grammaticall and genuine construction; nor add any thing of our own to them, nor wrest them beside their Grammatical and genuine construction; ccx vvi d n1 pp-f po12 d p-acp pno32, ccx vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j cc j n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 707 Page 209
4140 yet even those speeches which are true in some respect, if they exceed the bounds of modesty, may freely be reprehended. yet even those Speeches which Are true in Some respect, if they exceed the bounds of modesty, may freely be reprehended. av av d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp d n1, cs pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1, vmb av-j vbi vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 707 Page 209
4141 For we ought not only to doe that which is good, and speake that which is true for the matter, For we ought not only to do that which is good, and speak that which is true for the matter, c-acp pns12 vmd xx av-j pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j, cc vvi d r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 707 Page 209
4142 but we ought to doe and speake in a good or becoming manner. but we ought to do and speak in a good or becoming manner. cc-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi cc vvi p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 707 Page 209
4143 Thus farre of the first fault which Elihu found and reproved in Job, his over-confidence in saying he was not faulty, or in justifying himselfe. Thus Far of the First fault which Elihu found and reproved in Job, his overconfidence in saying he was not faulty, or in justifying himself. av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 r-crq np1 vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, po31 n1 p-acp vvg pns31 vbds xx j, cc p-acp vvg px31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 707 Page 209
4144 In the two next verses, he blames him with reflecting over-boldly and unduely upon the dealings of God; In the two next Verses, he blames him with reflecting overboldly and unduely upon the dealings of God; p-acp dt crd ord n2, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp vvg j cc j p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 707 Page 209
4145 The particulars whereof were expressed before in opening the whole Context, and come now to be further opened. The particulars whereof were expressed before in opening the Whole Context, and come now to be further opened. dt n2-j c-crq vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1, cc vvb av pc-acp vbi av-jc vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 707 Page 209
4146 Vers. 10. Behold, he findeth occasions against me, and counteth me for his enemy. These words containe the first part of the second charge. Vers. 10. Behold, he finds occasions against me, and counteth me for his enemy. These words contain the First part of the second charge. np1 crd vvb, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp pno11, cc vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1. d n2 vvi dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 707 Page 209
4147 For the clearing of which I shall first explicate the words, & then by way of observation, shew what matter of charge or evill there is in them. For the clearing of which I shall First explicate the words, & then by Way of observation, show what matter of charge or evil there is in them. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb ord vvi dt n2, cc av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cc j-jn pc-acp vbz p-acp pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 708 Page 209
4148 Behold, he findeth occasions against me. Behold, he finds occasions against me. vvb, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 708 Page 209
4149 I have heretofore shewed the emphasis of that word, Behold; And therefore, I passe it here; I have heretofore showed the emphasis of that word, Behold; And Therefore, I pass it Here; pns11 vhb av vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb; cc av, pns11 vvb pn31 av; (12) chapter (DIV2) 709 Page 209
4150 Behold, He (that is, God) findeth occasions against me, or, (strictly from the Hebrew) he findeth breaches. Behold, He (that is, God) finds occasions against me, or, (strictly from the Hebrew) he finds Breaches. vvb, pns31 (cst vbz, np1) vvz n2 p-acp pno11, cc, (av-j p-acp dt njp) pns31 vvz n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 709 Page 209
4151 The verbe is translated Breake (Psal: 141.5.) It imports such a breaking as is also a bringing to nought ( Psal: 33.10.) 'Tis likewise applyed to the breaking of the heart by discouragements ( Numb: 32.7.) And it is significantly enough translated here, He findeth breaches against me; The verb is translated Break (Psalm: 141.5.) It imports such a breaking as is also a bringing to nought (Psalm: 33.10.) It's likewise applied to the breaking of the heart by discouragements (Numb: 32.7.) And it is significantly enough translated Here, He finds Breaches against me; dt n1 vbz vvn vvb (np1: crd.) pn31 vvz d dt vvg a-acp vbz av dt vvg p-acp pix (np1: crd.) pn31|vbz av vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 (j: crd.) cc pn31 vbz av-j av-d vvn av, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp pno11; (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 209
4152 that is, something or other to make a breach upon me, something to complaine of against me. that is, something or other to make a breach upon me, something to complain of against me. cst vbz, pi cc n-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno11, pi pc-acp vvi pp-f p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 209
4153 The word is rendred in these three sences; The word is rendered in these three Senses; dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d crd n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 209
4154 First, An occasion; Secondly, A Breach; Thirdly (as the Septuagint) a complaint or accusation. We may joyne all three together; First, an occasion; Secondly, A Breach; Thirdly (as the septuagint) a complaint or accusation. We may join all three together; ord, dt n1; ord, dt n1; ord (c-acp dt n1) dt n1 cc n1. pns12 vmb vvi d crd av; (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 209
4155 for a complaint or accusation is commonly an occasion of breaches among men; he that loves breaches will seeke, and seldome misseth occasions of complaint. for a complaint or accusation is commonly an occasion of Breaches among men; he that loves Breaches will seek, and seldom misses occasions of complaint. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n2; pns31 cst vvz n2 vmb vvi, cc av vvz n2 pp-f n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 210
4156 We say of a man that is of a troublesome spirit, and given to contention (which is also Mr Broughtons translation) Behold, he picketh a quarrell against me; We say of a man that is of a troublesome Spirit, and given to contention (which is also Mr Broughtons Translation) Behold, he picketh a quarrel against me; pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 cst vbz pp-f dt j n1, cc vvn p-acp n1 (r-crq vbz av n1 np1 n1) vvb, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno11; (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 210
4157 though I give him no just matter of offence, yet he either findeth or maketh one. though I give him no just matter of offence, yet he either finds or makes one. cs pns11 vvb pno31 dx j n1 pp-f n1, av pns31 av-d vvz cc vvz pi. (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 210
4159 he f•nde•h occasions to alter his former course with me, to cast me off, to lay his hand upon me, he f•nde•h occasions to altar his former course with me, to cast me off, to lay his hand upon me, pns31 vhz n2 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi pno11 a-acp, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno11, (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 210
4160 even to ruine and break me to pieces. Hence observe. To seeke occasions against another is hard and uncharitable dealing. even to ruin and break me to Pieces. Hence observe. To seek occasions against Another is hard and uncharitable dealing. av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno11 p-acp n2. av vvi. p-acp vvi n2 p-acp j-jn vbz j cc j n-vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 710 Page 210
4161 Josephs brethren were very suspitious of this ( Gen: 43.18.) The men were afraid because they were brought to Josephs house, Josephs brothers were very suspicious of this (Gen: 43.18.) The men were afraid Because they were brought to Josephs house, np1 n2 vbdr av j pp-f d (np1: crd.) dt n2 vbdr j c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4162 and they said, because of the money that was found in our sacks mouth the first time, are we brought in that he may seek occasion against us; and they said, Because of the money that was found in our sacks Mouth the First time, Are we brought in that he may seek occasion against us; cc pns32 vvd, c-acp pp-f dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp po12 ng1 n1 dt ord n1, vbr pns12 vvn p-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno12; (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4163 As if they had said, we well perceive he would gladly have some matter to accuse us, As if they had said, we well perceive he would gladly have Some matter to accuse us, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, pns12 av vvb pns31 vmd av-j vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4164 and so to detaine us upon that occasion. and so to detain us upon that occasion. cc av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4165 Thus said the King of Israel (2 Kings 5.7.) when Naman came to him with a message from his Prince to desire him that he would heale him of his Leprosie; Thus said the King of Israel (2 Kings 5.7.) when Naman Come to him with a message from his Prince to desire him that he would heal him of his Leprosy; av vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 (crd n2 crd.) q-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4166 The King of Israel began presently to startle, and thought it was nothing but a meere trick and a device to bring on some further designe, what? said he, Am I God to kill and make alive, that this man is come to me, The King of Israel began presently to startle, and Thought it was nothing but a mere trick and a device to bring on Some further Design, what? said he, Am I God to kill and make alive, that this man is come to me, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av-j pc-acp vvi, cc vvd pn31 vbds pix cc-acp dt j n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d jc n1, q-crq? vvd pns31, vbm pns11 np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi j, cst d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4167 wherefore consider I pray you, and see how he seeketh a quarrell against me. Wherefore Consider I pray you, and see how he seeks a quarrel against me. q-crq vvb pns11 vvb pn22, cc vvb c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4168 They may be judged to watch for a discourtesie who desire courtesies of us beyond our power. They may be judged to watch for a discourtesy who desire courtesies of us beyond our power. pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq n1 n2 pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4169 This made the King of Israel jealous, that the King of Syria being confident of future successe, by his former successes against Israel, was by this device only seeking an occasion to renew the warre. This made the King of Israel jealous, that the King of Syria being confident of future success, by his former Successes against Israel, was by this device only seeking an occasion to renew the war. np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbg j pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp np1, vbds p-acp d n1 av-j vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4170 We have an eminent Scripture to this purpose ( Dan: 6.4, 5.) Daniel being advanced high at Court, it drew a great deale of envie upon him among the Princes and Presidents; We have an eminent Scripture to this purpose (Dan: 6.4, 5.) daniel being advanced high At Court, it drew a great deal of envy upon him among the Princes and Presidents; pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp d n1 (n1: crd, crd) np1 vbg vvn j p-acp n1, pn31 vvd dt j n1 pp-f vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 cc n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4171 and therefore they resolved to try their utmost to pull him down; And hereupon (saith the text) they sought occasions against Daniel concerning the kingdome; and Therefore they resolved to try their utmost to pull him down; And hereupon (Says the text) they sought occasions against daniel Concerning the Kingdom; cc av pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi po32 j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp; cc av (vvz dt n1) pns32 vvd n2 p-acp np1 vvg dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4172 that is, they enquired narrowly into his proceedings as to the mannagement of that great power and trust which the King had committed to him in civill things, that is, they inquired narrowly into his proceedings as to the management of that great power and trust which the King had committed to him in civil things, cst vbz, pns32 vvd av-j p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 cc vvi r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 210
4173 but they could find no occasion, nor fault; forasmuch as he was faithfull. but they could find no occasion, nor fault; forasmuch as he was faithful. cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi dx n1, ccx n1; av c-acp pns31 vbds j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4174 They could not pick a hole in his coate (as we say) neither was there any error or fault found in him. They could not pick a hold in his coat (as we say) neither was there any error or fault found in him. pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb) av-dx vbds a-acp d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4175 When this would not doe, then they would needs goe another way to worke (envie is restlesse) and because they were disappointed in their first attempt about civills, they proceeded to matters of religion; When this would not do, then they would needs go Another Way to work (envy is restless) and Because they were disappointed in their First attempt about civils, they proceeded to matters of Religion; c-crq d vmd xx vdi, cs pns32 vmd av vvi j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi (vvi vbz j) cc c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 ord n1 p-acp n2, pns32 vvd p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4176 Then said those men we shall not finde occasion against this Daniel, except we finde it in regard of the Law of his God. Then said those men we shall not find occasion against this daniel, except we find it in regard of the Law of his God. av vvd d n2 pns12 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp d np1, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4178 This is hard dealing indeed, and it is quite contrary to the Law of Love in all the actings of it. This is hard dealing indeed, and it is quite contrary to the Law of Love in all the actings of it. d vbz j n-vvg av, cc pn31 vbz av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4179 The Apostle assures us (1 Cor: 13.7.) Love beareth all things, Love hath strong shoulders to beare wrongs and injuries, The Apostle assures us (1 Cor: 13.7.) Love bears all things, Love hath strong shoulders to bear wrongs and injuries, dt n1 vvz pno12 (vvn fw-la: crd.) n1 vvz d n2, n1 vhz j n2 pc-acp vvi vvz cc n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4180 and Love believeth all things; not that a believer is a vaine credulous person, giving out his faith he knows not how, and Love Believeth all things; not that a believer is a vain credulous person, giving out his faith he knows not how, cc n1 vvz d n2; xx d dt n1 vbz dt j j n1, vvg av po31 n1 pns31 vvz xx c-crq, (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4181 or to he knows not what; or to he knows not what; cc pc-acp pns31 vvz xx r-crq; (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4182 but he believeth all things to the utmost line of truth and reality, as also of appearance and probability; but he Believeth all things to the utmost line of truth and reality, as also of appearance and probability; cc-acp pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp av pp-f n1 cc n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4183 he that loves is very willing to believe that things are meant as they are spoken, he that loves is very willing to believe that things Are meant as they Are spoken, pns31 cst vvz vbz av j pc-acp vvi d n2 vbr vvn c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4184 and that they are intended as they are done. and that they Are intended as they Are done. cc cst pns32 vbr vvn c-acp pns32 vbr vdn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4185 Thus he that loves much, believes all things, and further, charity hopeth all things; it hopes the best, Thus he that loves much, believes all things, and further, charity Hopes all things; it hope's the best, av pns31 cst vvz d, vvz d n2, cc av-jc, n1 vvz d n2; pn31 vvz dt js, (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4186 and puts the fairest interpretation that may be upon those things and doings which carry in them at least some colour of suspition; and puts the Fairest Interpretation that may be upon those things and doings which carry in them At least Some colour of suspicion; cc vvz dt js n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp d n2 cc n2-vdg r-crq vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp ds d n1 pp-f n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4187 this is the Genius of Charity, the Character of Love. It beareth all things, it believeth all things, it hopeth all things. this is the Genius of Charity, the Character of Love. It bears all things, it Believeth all things, it Hopes all things. d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. pn31 vvz d n2, pn31 vvz d n2, pn31 vvz d n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4188 All which stand in direct opposition to the seeking of occasions against our neighbour. All which stand in Direct opposition to the seeking of occasions against our neighbour. d r-crq vvb p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4189 And I shall briefly shew how much such practices militate against and contradict the royall Law of love, by seven steps. And I shall briefly show how much such practices militate against and contradict the royal Law of love, by seven steps. cc pns11 vmb av-j vvi c-crq d d n2 vvi p-acp cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp crd n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 712 Page 211
4190 First, 'Tis against the Law of love, to be ready to take an occasion when it is given; First, It's against the Law of love, to be ready to take an occasion when it is given; ord, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 211
4191 we should be very slow and backward, in case of offence, to embrace or admit what is offered: we should be very slow and backward, in case of offence, to embrace or admit what is offered: pns12 vmd vbi av j cc av-j, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq vbz vvn: (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 211
4192 though indeed, it is with the heart of man, I meane with the flesh in his heart in this poynt of the Law, though indeed, it is with the heart of man, I mean with the Flesh in his heart in this point of the Law, cs av, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 211
4193 as it is with the flesh (that is, sinfull corruption) in the heart, as to the whole Law of God; as it is with the Flesh (that is, sinful corruption) in the heart, as to the Whole Law of God; c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 (cst vbz, j n1) p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 211
4194 Of which the Apostle saith ( Rom: 7.8.) Sin taking occasion by the Commandement, wrought in me all manner of concupiscence. Of which the Apostle Says (Rom: 7.8.) since taking occasion by the Commandment, wrought in me all manner of concupiscence. pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz (np1: crd.) n1 vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp pno11 d n1 pp-f n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 211
4195 And againe ( v: 11.) Sin taking occasion by the commandement, deceived me, and by it slew me: And again (v: 11.) since taking occasion by the Commandment, deceived me, and by it slew me: cc av (vmb: crd) n1 vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn pno11, cc p-acp pn31 vvd pno11: (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 211
4196 Sin took occasion by the Law; since took occasion by the Law; n1 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 211
4197 The Law gave sin no occasion to work concupisc•nce in Paul. The Law is farre enough from being the cause of sin, The Law gave since no occasion to work concupisc•nce in Paul. The Law is Far enough from being the cause of since, dt n1 vvd n1 dx n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1. dt n1 vbz av-j av-d p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 211
4198 but it is (by accident not of it selfe) the occasion of sin; but it is (by accident not of it self) the occasion of since; cc-acp pn31 vbz (p-acp n1 xx pp-f pn31 n1) dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 212
4199 yea, sin presently takes occasion when it hath not indeed the shew of any just occasion. yea, since presently Takes occasion when it hath not indeed the show of any just occasion. uh, n1 av-j vvz n1 c-crq pn31 vhz xx av dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 212
4200 The Law by its prohibition, by the stop and check which it puts upon the flesh, by the discoveries which it makes of the contrariety of our corruptions to the holiness of it, doth many times provoke and irritate, The Law by its prohibition, by the stop and check which it puts upon the Flesh, by the discoveries which it makes of the contrariety of our corruptions to the holiness of it, does many times provoke and irritate, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc vvi r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 r-crq pn31 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vdz d n2 vvi cc fw-la, (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 212
4201 yea enrage and enflame them, but it affords not the least countenance or encouragement to our corruptions. yea enrage and inflame them, but it affords not the least countenance or encouragement to our corruptions. uh vvb cc vvi pno32, cc-acp pn31 vvz xx dt ds n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 212
4202 Now this (I say) is the wickedness of the heart of man, with respect to sin in Generall, that it takes occasion by the commandement, to bend it selfe against the commandement: Now this (I say) is the wickedness of the heart of man, with respect to sin in General, that it Takes occasion by the Commandment, to bend it self against the Commandment: av d (pns11 vvb) vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1: (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 212
4203 and so as to any particular act against a brother, to take an occasion to doe him a mischiefe, is wickedness, and so as to any particular act against a brother, to take an occasion to do him a mischief, is wickedness, cc av c-acp p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi pno31 dt n1, vbz n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 212
4204 and a worke of the flesh. and a work of the Flesh. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 713 Page 212
4205 Secondly, It is sinfull to use our Christian liberty, when it may be an occasion of sin, Secondly, It is sinful to use our Christian liberty, when it may be an occasion of since, ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po12 np1 n1, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4206 or the laying of a stumbling block before others, though we use it not with an intent or purpose to make them stumble or fall into sin. or the laying of a stumbling block before Others, though we use it not with an intent or purpose to make them Stumble or fallen into since. cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-vvg n1 p-acp n2-jn, cs pns12 vvb pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi cc vvi p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4207 The Apostle earnestly cautions the Romans to take heed of this ( Rom: 14.13.) Let us not therefore judge one another any more; The Apostle earnestly cautions thee Romans to take heed of this (Rom: 14.13.) Let us not Therefore judge one Another any more; dt n1 av-j n2 pno32 np1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d (np1: crd.) vvb pno12 xx av vvi pi j-jn d n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4208 but judge this rather, that no man put a stumbling block or an occasion to fall in his brothers way. but judge this rather, that no man put a stumbling block or an occasion to fallen in his Brother's Way. cc-acp vvb d av-c, cst dx n1 vvi dt j-vvg n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ng1 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4209 St Paul is there speaking about the observation of dayes commanded, and the use of meates forbidden by the ceremoniall Law. Saint Paul is there speaking about the observation of days commanded, and the use of Meats forbidden by the ceremonial Law. zz np1 vbz pc-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4210 Now though some had a liberty in their consciences, to observe the one, and use the other, Now though Some had a liberty in their Consciences, to observe the one, and use the other, av cs d vhd dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi dt pi, cc vvi dt n-jn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4211 yet he would not have them doe either with offence to weaker brethren: yet he would not have them do either with offence to Weaker brothers: av pns31 vmd xx vhi pno32 vdb av-d p-acp n1 p-acp jc n2: (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4212 our care should be, either first to keepe our brother from falling, or to raise him up when fallen. our care should be, either First to keep our brother from falling, or to raise him up when fallen. po12 n1 vmd vbi, d ord p-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp vvg, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp c-crq vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4213 Is it not then very sinfull not to forbeare those things (which are no absolute duties) by which another may fall? And if it be so sinfull to doe many things which in themselves are not sinfull, Is it not then very sinful not to forbear those things (which Are no absolute duties) by which Another may fallen? And if it be so sinful to do many things which in themselves Are not sinful, vbz pn31 xx av av j xx pc-acp vvi d n2 (r-crq vbr dx j n2) p-acp r-crq j-jn vmb vvi? cc cs pn31 vbb av j pc-acp vdi d n2 r-crq p-acp px32 vbr xx j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4214 when we know they may be an offence or occasion of falling to others, though we intend it not; when we know they may be an offence or occasion of falling to Others, though we intend it not; c-crq pns12 vvb pns32 vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n2-jn, cs pns12 vvb pn31 xx; (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4215 then how extreamly sinfull is it to do any thing with an intent to make them fall! then how extremely sinful is it to do any thing with an intent to make them fallen! av c-crq av-jn j vbz pn31 pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi! (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4216 This is properly the devills trade, and woe to those who take it out of his hand, This is properly the Devils trade, and woe to those who take it out of his hand, d vbz av-j dt ng1 n1, cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb pn31 av pp-f po31 n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4217 or joyne partners with him in it. or join partners with him in it. cc vvi n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 714 Page 212
4218 Thirdly, When any shall desire and even hunger after an occasion of accusing others, this is a very great height of wickednesse. Thirdly, When any shall desire and even hunger After an occasion of accusing Others, this is a very great height of wickedness. ord, c-crq d vmb vvi cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n2-jn, d vbz dt av j n1 pp-f n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 715 Page 212
4219 The Apostle speakes of such (2 Cor: 11.9, 12.) where he tells us that he did forbeare his own right, not receiving maintenance for preaching the Gospel; The Apostle speaks of such (2 Cor: 11.9, 12.) where he tells us that he did forbear his own right, not receiving maintenance for preaching the Gospel; dt n1 vvz pp-f d (crd fw-la: crd, crd) c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 cst pns31 vdd vvi po31 d j-jn, xx vvg n1 p-acp vvg dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 715 Page 212
4220 When (saith he, v: 9.) I was present with you and wanted, I was chargeable to no man. When (Says he, v: 9.) I was present with you and wanted, I was chargeable to no man. c-crq (vvz pns31, crd: crd) pns11 vbds j p-acp pn22 cc vvn, pns11 vbds j p-acp dx n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 715 Page 212
4221 But why? he answers ( v: 12.) What I doe I will doe, that I may cut off occasion from them which desire occasion. But why? he answers (v: 12.) What I do I will do, that I may Cut off occasion from them which desire occasion. cc-acp q-crq? pns31 vvz (vmb: crd) q-crq pns11 vdb pns11 vmb vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi a-acp n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 715 Page 213
4222 Some did, it seems, desire an occasion to charge him with covetousnesse and worldly mindednesse, that he preached the Gospel for filthy lucre; some did, it seems, desire an occasion to charge him with covetousness and worldly Mindedness, that he preached the Gospel for filthy lucre; d vdd, pn31 vvz, vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc j n1, cst pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp j n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 715 Page 213
4223 therefore, saith he, I will doe this, that I may cut off occasion from them that desire occasion to charge me with. Therefore, Says he, I will do this, that I may Cut off occasion from them that desire occasion to charge me with. av, vvz pns31, pns11 vmb vdi d, cst pns11 vmb vvi a-acp n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp. (12) chapter (DIV2) 715 Page 213
4224 The heart of man is full of evill desires, and this is one of the worst of them, to desire another might be found doing that, which might minister an advantage to render him odious or blame-worthy. The heart of man is full of evil Desires, and this is one of the worst of them, to desire Another might be found doing that, which might minister an advantage to render him odious or blameworthy. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j pp-f j-jn n2, cc d vbz pi pp-f dt js pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi j-jn vmd vbi vvn vdg d, r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 j cc j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 715 Page 213
4225 Fourthly, Which is yet higher, some even pursue and hunt for occasions to calumniate and slander their brethren. Fourthly, Which is yet higher, Some even pursue and hunt for occasions to calumniate and slander their brothers. ord, r-crq vbz av jc, d av vvb cc vvi p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4226 The good Prophet Jeremie had store of these ill neighbours ( Jer: 20.10.) I have heard the defaming of many; feare is on every side; The good Prophet Jeremiah had store of these ill neighbours (Jer: 20.10.) I have herd the defaming of many; Fear is on every side; dt j n1 np1 vhd n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 (np1: crd.) pns11 vhb vvn dt vvg pp-f d; n1 vbz p-acp d n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4227 report, say they, and we will report it; report, say they, and we will report it; vvb, vvb pns32, cc pns12 vmb vvi pn31; (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4228 all my familiars watched for my halting, saying, peradventure he will be inticed, and we shall prevaile against him, all my familiars watched for my halting, saying, Peradventure he will be enticed, and we shall prevail against him, d po11 n2-jn vvn p-acp po11 n-vvg, vvg, av pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4229 and we shall take our revenge on him. and we shall take our revenge on him. cc pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4230 As if he had said, How glad would not only my open familiars, but close enemies be, of an occasion against me, it would make them leape for joy to see me halt. As if he had said, How glad would not only my open familiars, but close enemies be, of an occasion against me, it would make them leap for joy to see me halt. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-crq j vmd xx av-j po11 j n2-jn, cc-acp j n2 vbi, pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno11, pn31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 vvi. (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4231 By his halting they meant his sinning, his doing that which was uncomely, or not suitable to his profession; By his halting they meant his sinning, his doing that which was uncomely, or not suitable to his profession; p-acp po31 j-vvg pns32 vvd po31 vvg, png31 vdg d r-crq vbds j, cc xx j p-acp po31 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4232 they watched, they lay at catch for his halting, not to hold him up, but to cast him downe. they watched, they lay At catch for his halting, not to hold him up, but to cast him down. pns32 vvd, pns32 vvd p-acp vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg, xx pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp. (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4233 They sayd, report, and we will report it; we will make something or other of it, though in truth there be nothing. They said, report, and we will report it; we will make something or other of it, though in truth there be nothing. pns32 vvd, vvb, cc pns12 vmb vvi pn31; pns12 vmb vvi pi cc n-jn pp-f pn31, cs p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi pix. (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4234 They had (which may be a fifth step of this wickednesse, a secret hope that he would halt and give them occasion of insulting. They had (which may be a fifth step of this wickedness, a secret hope that he would halt and give them occasion of insulting. pns32 vhd (r-crq vmb vbi dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, dt j-jn n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno32 n1 pp-f vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4235 Peradventure (say they) he will be inticed, peradventure we shall catch him in this snare; Peradventure (say they) he will be enticed, Peradventure we shall catch him in this snare; av (vvb pns32) pns31 vmb vbi vvn, av pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4236 this was their hope, and, if attained, their joy. Which makes a 6th step of this wickednesse; this was their hope, and, if attained, their joy. Which makes a 6th step of this wickedness; d vbds po32 n1, cc, cs vvn, po32 n1. r-crq vvz dt ord n1 pp-f d n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 716 Page 213
4237 For so David describes his enemies ( Psal: 38.16, 17.) They rejoyce when my foot slippeth; For so David describes his enemies (Psalm: 38.16, 17.) They rejoice when my foot slippeth; c-acp av np1 vvz po31 n2 (np1: crd, crd) pns32 vvb c-crq po11 n1 vvz; (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 213
4238 for I am ready to halt, or (as we put in the margin) for halting. There is a double halting, a halting by transgression, and a halting by affliction; for I am ready to halt, or (as we put in the margin) for halting. There is a double halting, a halting by Transgression, and a halting by affliction; c-acp pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, cc (c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1) p-acp vvg. pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n-vvg, dt j-vvg p-acp n1, cc dt n-vvg p-acp n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 213
4239 that I conceive David chiefly spake of in that place, because he presently adds in the close of the 17th verse, And my sorrow is continually before me. that I conceive David chiefly spoke of in that place, Because he presently adds in the close of the 17th verse, And my sorrow is continually before me. cst pns11 vvb np1 av-jn vvd pp-f p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 av-j vvz p-acp dt j pp-f dt ord n1, cc po11 n1 vbz av-j p-acp pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 213
4240 He shewes his enemies possessed with the same evill spirit, and in the same posture ( Psal: 35.15.) In mine adversity, or, in my halting, they rejoyced. He shows his enemies possessed with the same evil Spirit, and in the same posture (Psalm: 35.15.) In mine adversity, or, in my halting, they rejoiced. pns31 vvz po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt d j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt d n1 (np1: crd.) p-acp po11 n1, cc, p-acp po11 n-vvg, pns32 vvd. (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 213
4241 The same word is used in this Psalme for adversity which we had in the 38th for halting. This is as true of evill men, The same word is used in this Psalm for adversity which we had in the 38th for halting. This is as true of evil men, dt d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 r-crq pns12 vhd p-acp dt ord p-acp vvg. d vbz a-acp j pp-f j-jn n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4242 as halting is taken in the other notion, for sinning. as halting is taken in the other notion, for sinning. c-acp vvg vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4243 The wicked are as, if not more, ready to rejoyce at falls, or halts, by sinning, The wicked Are as, if not more, ready to rejoice At falls, or halts, by sinning, dt j vbr p-acp, cs xx av-dc, j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc vvz, p-acp vvg, (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4244 as at falls or halts by suffering. as At falls or halts by suffering. c-acp p-acp n2 cc vvz p-acp vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4245 In both these cases (as David found in this 35th Psalme, v. 15.) the very abjects will teare the best of men (as they did David ) and not cease. In both these cases (as David found in this 35th Psalm, v. 15.) the very abjects will tear the best of men (as they did David) and not cease. p-acp d d n2 (c-acp np1 vvn p-acp d ord n1, n1 crd) dt j n2-j vmb vvi dt js pp-f n2 (c-acp pns32 vdd np1) cc xx vvi. (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4246 But what doe they teare? their flesh if they can; But what do they tear? their Flesh if they can; p-acp q-crq vdb pns32 vvi? po32 n1 cs pns32 vmb; (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4247 but to be sure (and so 'tis meant there) their good names and reputation by slanders and accusations. but to be sure (and so it's meant there) their good names and reputation by slanders and accusations. cc-acp pc-acp vbi j (cc av pn31|vbz vvn a-acp) po32 j n2 cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4248 O how contrary is this practice and that joy to the spirit of the Gospel! O how contrary is this practice and that joy to the Spirit of the Gospel! sy q-crq j-jn vbz d n1 cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1! (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4249 The Apostle tells us, the Grace of charity utterly abhorres it (1 Cor: 13.6.) Charity rejoyceth not in iniquity. The Apostle tells us, the Grace of charity utterly abhors it (1 Cor: 13.6.) Charity Rejoiceth not in iniquity. dt n1 vvz pno12, dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvz pn31 (vvd np1: crd.) n1 vvz xx p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4250 It neither rejoyceth in doing iniquity it selfe, nor to charge others with iniquity. It neither Rejoiceth in doing iniquity it self, nor to charge Others with iniquity. pn31 av-dx vvz p-acp vdg n1 pn31 n1, ccx pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 717 Page 214
4251 Seventhly, (which is the highest step) Some rather then faile will forme and frame occasions against others; Seventhly, (which is the highest step) some rather then fail will Form and frame occasions against Others; crd, (r-crq vbz dt js n1) d av-c cs vvi vmb vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp n2-jn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 718 Page 214
4252 they will forge or fancy them in their own braine, and then accuse their brethren, as if they had been acting, what themselves have been imagining. they will forge or fancy them in their own brain, and then accuse their brothers, as if they had been acting, what themselves have been imagining. pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 d n1, cc av vvi po32 n2, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vbn vvg, q-crq px32 vhb vbn vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 718 Page 214
4253 Such the Apostle Peter speaks of (1 Pet: 3.16.) where admonishing Saints to much strictnesse and exactnesse in walking, he gives this account, Such the Apostle Peter speaks of (1 Pet: 3.16.) where admonishing Saints to much strictness and exactness in walking, he gives this account, d dt n1 np1 vvz pp-f (crd n1: crd.) q-crq vvg n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg, pns31 vvz d n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 718 Page 214
4254 why they should doe so, That whereas they speak evill of you as evill doers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ. why they should do so, That whereas they speak evil of you as evil doers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good Conversation in christ. c-crq pns32 vmd vdi av, cst cs pns32 vvb j-jn pp-f pn22 p-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vmb vbi j cst av-j vvb po22 j n1 p-acp np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 718 Page 214
4255 They who have not so much as a shadow of truth, will make something out of a lie; They who have not so much as a shadow of truth, will make something out of a lie; pns32 r-crq vhb xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi pi av pp-f dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 718 Page 214
4256 they will falsely accuse, and strongly impeach, knowing that if they doe so, some of the dirt (at least) will disfigure the faces, they will falsely accuse, and strongly impeach, knowing that if they do so, Some of the dirt (At least) will disfigure the faces, pns32 vmb av-j vvi, cc av-j vvi, vvg cst cs pns32 vdb av, d pp-f dt n1 (p-acp ds) vmb vvi dt n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 718 Page 214
4257 and stick upon the skirts of those who are impeached. Thus I have given seven degrees of this wickedness, every one of which plainly discover, and stick upon the skirts of those who Are impeached. Thus I have given seven Degrees of this wickedness, every one of which plainly discover, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vbr vvn. av pns11 vhb vvn crd n2 pp-f d n1, d crd pp-f r-crq av-j vvi, (12) chapter (DIV2) 718 Page 214
4258 and all put together, mightily aggravate the sinfullness of this sin, the seeking of occasions against any man whosoever, much more against any good man. and all put together, mightily aggravate the sinfulness of this since, the seeking of occasions against any man whosoever, much more against any good man. cc d vvn av, av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 r-crq, av-d av-dc p-acp d j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 718 Page 214
4259 And therefore (which was the second poynt proposed for the clearing of this truth) you see how great a matter of charge was brought by Elihu against Job, when he saith, Job hath sayd, He, (that is, God) seeketh occasions against me. Hence note, Secondly. And Therefore (which was the second point proposed for the clearing of this truth) you see how great a matter of charge was brought by Elihu against Job, when he Says, Job hath said, He, (that is, God) seeks occasions against me. Hence note, Secondly. cc av (r-crq vbds dt ord n1 vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1) pn22 vvb c-crq j dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvz, n1 vhz vvn, pns31, (cst vbz, np1) vvz n2 p-acp pno11. av vvi, ord. (12) chapter (DIV2) 718 Page 214
4260 To charge the Lord with a willingnesse to breake with us, either upon no occasion, To charge the Lord with a willingness to break with us, either upon no occasion, p-acp n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, av-d p-acp dx n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 719 Page 214
4261 or to seeke an occasion that he may, is exceeding sinfull, and dishonourable to his Majesty, neere to Blasphemy. or to seek an occasion that he may, is exceeding sinful, and dishonourable to his Majesty, near to Blasphemy. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vmb, vbz vvg j, cc j p-acp po31 n1, av-j p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 719 Page 214
4262 How sinfull is it, that we who give the Lord so many occasions against us, that he needs not seek any, should yet say he seeketh occasions against us? The people of Israel (as it appeares) intimated, at least, that God had broken with them, How sinful is it, that we who give the Lord so many occasions against us, that he needs not seek any, should yet say he seeks occasions against us? The people of Israel (as it appears) intimated, At least, that God had broken with them, q-crq j vbz pn31, cst pns12 r-crq vvb dt n1 av d n2 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vvz xx vvi d, vmd av vvi pns31 vvz n2 p-acp pno12? dt n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp pn31 vvz) vvd, p-acp ds, cst np1 vhd vvn p-acp pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4263 or sought occasion to doe it (this word is used in that text, Numb: 14.34.) while the Lord to shew how ill he resented such thoughts and jealousies of him, tells them, According to the number of the dayes in which ye searched the Land, or sought occasion to do it (this word is used in that text, Numb: 14.34.) while the Lord to show how ill he resented such thoughts and jealousies of him, tells them, According to the number of the days in which you searched the Land, cc vvd n1 pc-acp vdi pn31 (d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, j: crd.) cs dt n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq av-jn pns31 vvd d n2 cc n2 pp-f pno31, vvz pno32, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vvd dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4264 even forty dayes (each day for a yeare) shall ye beare your iniquities, even forty days (each day for a year) shall you bear your iniquities, av crd n2 (d n1 p-acp dt n1) vmb pn22 vvi po22 n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4265 even forty yeares, and ye shall know my breach of promise, or (as read in the margin) my Altering of my purpose. even forty Years, and you shall know my breach of promise, or (as read in the margin) my Altering of my purpose. av crd n2, cc pn22 vmb vvi po11 n1 pp-f n1, cc (c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1) po11 j-vvg pp-f po11 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4266 As if he had said, Ye shall know whether I have sought occasion against you, whether I have frustrated your hopes and endeavours, these forty yeares in the wilderness or no; As if he had said, You shall know whither I have sought occasion against you, whither I have frustrated your hope's and endeavours, these forty Years in the Wilderness or no; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn22 vmb vvi cs pns11 vhb vvn n1 p-acp pn22, cs pns11 vhb vvn po22 n2 cc n2, d crd n2 p-acp dt n1 cc uh-dx; (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4267 ye shall know whether I have done any thing to breake and entangle you, or whether all this hath nor proceeded from your owne frowardness and unbeliefe. you shall know whither I have done any thing to break and entangle you, or whither all this hath nor proceeded from your own frowardness and unbelief. pn22 vmb vvi cs pns11 vhb vdn d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22, cc cs d d vhz ccx vvd p-acp po22 d n1 cc n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4268 The Lord who searched their hearts, and saw the utmost scope of their complaints, found this evill thought lying at the bottome of all, that he surely had put them upon all those difficulties, The Lord who searched their hearts, and saw the utmost scope of their complaints, found this evil Thought lying At the bottom of all, that he surely had put them upon all those difficulties, dt n1 r-crq vvd po32 n2, cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvd d j-jn n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst pns31 av-j vhd vvn pno32 p-acp d d n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4269 or brought them into those straites on purpose to breake with them. And therefore, he saith, Ye shall know my breach of promise; or brought them into those straits on purpose to break with them. And Therefore, he Says, You shall know my breach of promise; cc vvd pno32 p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. cc av, pns31 vvz, pn22 vmb vvi po11 n1 pp-f n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4270 Ye shall see one day, or at last, whether I have kept covenant, and stood to my engagement or you, You shall see one day, or At last, whither I have kept Covenant, and stood to my engagement or you, pn22 vmb vvi crd n1, cc p-acp ord, cs pns11 vhb vvn n1, cc vvd p-acp po11 n1 cc pn22, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4271 whether I have sought an occasion against you, or you have given me occasion to deale with you as I have done. whither I have sought an occasion against you, or you have given me occasion to deal with you as I have done. cs pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc pn22 vhb vvn pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 c-acp pns11 vhb vdn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4272 So that when the Lord sayd, Ye shall know my breach of promise; his meaning was, ye shall know that I have kept my promise to you exactly, So that when the Lord said, You shall know my breach of promise; his meaning was, you shall know that I have kept my promise to you exactly, av cst c-crq dt n1 vvd, pn22 vmb vvi po11 n1 pp-f n1; po31 n1 vbds, pn22 vmb vvi cst pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp pn22 av-j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4273 or to a tittle, and that ye only have been the promise-breakers. 'Tis infinitely below the nature of God, to seeke occasions against the creature; or to a tittle, and that you only have been the Promise-breakers. It's infinitely below the nature of God, to seek occasions against the creature; cc p-acp dt n1, cc cst pn22 av-j vhb vbn dt n2. pn31|vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4274 And 'tis strange that the Jewes had any the remotest suspition of him as doing so, And it's strange that the Jews had any the Remotest suspicion of him as doing so, cc pn31|vbz j cst dt np2 vhd d dt js n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp vdg av, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4275 after they had heard of those glorious stiles and titles in which he proclaimed his name ( Exod: 34.6.) The Lord, the Lord God, gracious and mercifull, slow to anger, abundant in goodnesse and in truth, pardoning iniquity, transgression, and sin. After they had herd of those glorious stile and titles in which he proclaimed his name (Exod: 34.6.) The Lord, the Lord God, gracious and merciful, slow to anger, abundant in Goodness and in truth, pardoning iniquity, Transgression, and since. c-acp pns32 vhd vvn pp-f d j n1 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 (j: crd.) dt n1, dt n1 np1, j cc j, j pc-acp vvi, j p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, vvg n1, n1, cc n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4276 What can be speld out of this name that should yeild the least shaddow of a jealousie, that the Lord would seeke occasions against them. What can be speld out of this name that should yield the least shadow of a jealousy, that the Lord would seek occasions against them. q-crq vmb vbi vvn av pp-f d n1 cst vmd vvi dt ds n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi n2 p-acp pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4277 A good Prince desires to finde many good subjects who deserve to be rewarded, but it troubles him to finde any who deserve to be punished, A good Prince Desires to find many good subject's who deserve to be rewarded, but it Troubles him to find any who deserve to be punished, dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi d j n2-jn r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp pn31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4278 or whom he is necessitated to punish; or whom he is necessitated to Punish; cc r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi; (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 215
4279 Now what is the goodnesse of the most benigne and gracious Princes in the world, to the graciousnesse and benignity of God! Againe, his precious promises evidence the unworthinesse of such a surmise; Now what is the Goodness of the most benign and gracious Princes in the world, to the graciousness and benignity of God! Again, his precious promises evidence the unworthiness of such a surmise; av q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 av, po31 j n2 n1 dt n1 pp-f d dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4280 all which are full of mercy, and goodnesse, and patience, and pardon, and tendernesse to poore sinners: all which Are full of mercy, and Goodness, and patience, and pardon, and tenderness to poor Sinners: d r-crq vbr j pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp j n2: (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4281 so farre is the Lord from seeking occasions to charge any one with what is not, that he seekes all the wayes and occasions he can to doe good, so Far is the Lord from seeking occasions to charge any one with what is not, that he seeks all the ways and occasions he can to do good, av av-j vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vvi d pi p-acp r-crq vbz xx, cst pns31 vvz d dt n2 cc n2 pns31 vmb pc-acp vdi j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4282 and to extend compassion to those who have done amisse. He even labours to deliver poore soules from their dangers, and from their sins. and to extend compassion to those who have done amiss. He even labours to deliver poor Souls from their dangers, and from their Sins. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d r-crq vhb vdn av. pns31 av vvz pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4283 How farre is he then from desiring to find them tripping and sinning, or from urging sin hardly harshly or causlesly upon them? yea all the experiences of Saints bring in witness against this blasphemous apprehension. How Far is he then from desiring to find them tripping and sinning, or from urging since hardly harshly or causelessly upon them? yea all the experiences of Saints bring in witness against this blasphemous apprehension. c-crq av-j vbz pns31 av p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 vvg cc vvg, cc p-acp vvg n1 av av-j cc av-j p-acp pno32? uh d dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4284 They will tell us from what they have found and felt, that when they have given the Lord occasion to destroy them, They will tell us from what they have found and felt, that when they have given the Lord occasion to destroy them, pns32 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vvn cc vvn, cst c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4285 when they have put a sword into his hand to smite them, when by their unbeliefe, when they have put a sword into his hand to smite them, when by their unbelief, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, c-crq p-acp po32 n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4286 and pride, and neglect of knowne duties, they have layd themselves open to ruine and destruction, and pride, and neglect of known duties, they have laid themselves open to ruin and destruction, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, pns32 vhb vvn px32 vvi pc-acp vvi cc n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4287 even then he hath held his hand and spared them. even then he hath held his hand and spared them. av cs pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 cc vvd pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4288 Is it not then a great, a grosse sin, to charge the Lord, that he seekes occasions against us? Yea indeed (as was touched before) the Lord needs not seek occasion against any man, Is it not then a great, a gross since, to charge the Lord, that he seeks occasions against us? Yea indeed (as was touched before) the Lord needs not seek occasion against any man, vbz pn31 xx av dt j, dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pns31 vvz n2 p-acp pno12? uh av (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) dt n1 vvz xx vvi n1 p-acp d n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4289 for as much as the best of men give him too much occasion, and too often. for as much as the best of men give him too much occasion, and too often. c-acp c-acp d c-acp dt js pp-f n2 vvb pno31 av av-d n1, cc av av. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4290 He needs not stand to spy advantages against us, we lay our selves too open and naked to him continually. He needs not stand to spy advantages against us, we lay our selves too open and naked to him continually. pns31 vvz xx vvb pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb po12 n2 av j cc j p-acp pno31 av-j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4291 As in Fenceing, when two that are very expert at that art are engaged, there is watching for an occasion or advantage to get the mastery; As in Fencing, when two that Are very expert At that art Are engaged, there is watching for an occasion or advantage to get the mastery; p-acp p-acp vvg, c-crq crd cst vbr av j p-acp d n1 vbr vvn, pc-acp vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4292 but if an expert Master of Defence be to deale with an ignorant fellow that knows not his postures, but if an expert Master of Defence be to deal with an ignorant fellow that knows not his postures, cc-acp cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cst vvz xx po31 n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4293 nor how to use his weapon, he needs not seeke occasion, he may have him here and there and every where. nor how to use his weapon, he needs not seek occasion, he may have him Here and there and every where. ccx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vvz xx vvi n1, pns31 vmb vhi pno31 av cc a-acp cc d q-crq. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4294 It is so with the best of Saints, when they have to doe with God; It is so with the best of Saints, when they have to do with God; pn31 vbz av p-acp dt js pp-f n2, c-crq pns32 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp np1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4295 He needs not watch for an occasion where to hit, or smite them, for they through their ignorance and folly, lay their naked breasts open to his stroakes every day. He needs not watch for an occasion where to hit, or smite them, for they through their ignorance and folly, lay their naked breasts open to his Strokes every day. pns31 vvz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, vvd po32 j n2 vvb p-acp po31 n2 d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4518 and accounteth me for his enemy; He putteth my feet in the stocks, he marketh all my paths; and accounteth me for his enemy; He putteth my feet in the stocks, he marks all my paths; cc vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1; pns31 vvz po11 n2 p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvz d po11 n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 749 Page 228
4296 Were he not infinite in mercy to cover our sins, and to pardon our transgressions, we must needs perish under his justice. Were he not infinite in mercy to cover our Sins, and to pardon our transgressions, we must needs perish under his Justice. vbdr pns31 xx j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 720 Page 216
4297 Againe, The word is rendred, Infirmities, faylings, or lesser sins; that's another translation of the text, and 'tis a usefull one; Again, The word is rendered, Infirmities, failings, or lesser Sins; that's Another Translation of the text, and it's a useful one; av, dt n1 vbz vvn, n1, n2-vvg, cc jc n2; d j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pn31|vbz dt j pi; (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 216
4298 For as the former supposeth the Lord taking occasion, where none at all was given; so this supposeth him to take the least occasion. For as the former Supposeth the Lord taking occasion, where none At all was given; so this Supposeth him to take the least occasion. c-acp c-acp dt j vvz dt n1 vvg n1, c-crq pix p-acp d vbds vvn; av d vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi dt ds n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 216
4299 As if Elihu supposed Job saying, Behold, he seeks out my little faults, my vacillations, my trippings, my stumblings, in a word, my infirmities. As if Elihu supposed Job saying, Behold, he seeks out my little Faults, my vacillations, my trippings, my stumblings, in a word, my infirmities. c-acp cs np1 vvn np1 vvg, vvb, pns31 vvz av po11 j n2, po11 n2, po11 n2-vvg, po11 n2-vvg, p-acp dt n1, po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4300 We may take them two wayes; First, for his youthfull sins, the slips of his youth. We may take them two ways; First, for his youthful Sins, the slips of his youth. pns12 vmb vvi pno32 crd n2; ord, c-acp po31 j n2, dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4301 Secondly, for his dayly sins, commonly called faylings. Secondly, for his daily Sins, commonly called failings. ord, c-acp po31 j n2, av-j vvn n2-vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4302 As if Job had sayd, Though I can charge my selfe, and freely doe with many sins and weaknesses, As if Job had said, Though I can charge my self, and freely do with many Sins and Weaknesses, p-acp cs n1 vhd vvn, cs pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, cc av-j vdb p-acp d n2 cc n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4303 yet I am not a man chargeable with any crimes nor wickednesses, mine are no black nor bloody sins, no crimson, no skarlet sins; yet I am not a man chargeable with any crimes nor Wickednesses, mine Are not black nor bloody Sins, no crimson, no scarlet Sins; av pns11 vbm xx dt n1 j p-acp d n2 ccx n2, png11 vbr xx j-jn ccx j n2, dx j-jn, dx j-jn n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4304 I have not sinned presumptuously, or with a high hand, I have not given scope to my lusts, nor indulged my corruptions. I have not sinned presumptuously, or with a high hand, I have not given scope to my Lustiest, nor indulged my corruptions. pns11 vhb xx vvn av-j, cc p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vhb xx vvn n1 p-acp po11 n2, ccx vvn po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4305 I have not pleased my selfe with displeasing God; nor hath the bent of my soule been to breake his commandements, as bonds, yoakes, I have not pleased my self with displeasing God; nor hath the bent of my soul been to break his Commandments, as bonds, yokes, pns11 vhb xx vvn po11 n1 p-acp vvg np1; ccx vhz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vbn pc-acp vvi po31 n2, c-acp n2, n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4306 or shakles put upon me by an enemy; or shackles put upon me by an enemy; cc n2 vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4307 I have not rejected his dominion or rule over me in any wilfull defection or departure from his word. I have not rejected his dominion or Rule over me in any wilful defection or departure from his word. pns11 vhb xx vvn po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp d j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4308 Yet notwithstanding God findes out my infirmities and faylings, and urgeth them sorely against me, Yet notwithstanding God finds out my infirmities and failings, and urges them sorely against me, av p-acp np1 vvz av po11 n2 cc n2-vvg, cc vvz pno32 av-j p-acp pno11, (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4309 yea he deales with me as if I were his enemy, even for those sins which I have committed through inadvertency or meere humane frailty: yea he deals with me as if I were his enemy, even for those Sins which I have committed through inadvertency or mere humane frailty: uh pns31 vvz p-acp pno11 c-acp cs pns11 vbdr po31 n1, av p-acp d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1 cc j j n1: (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4310 Some Interpreters insist most upon this signification of the word, as if the matter which Elihu charged Job with, were that he should say God carried it towards him as an enemy for small faults or lesser sins. some Interpreters insist most upon this signification of the word, as if the matter which Elihu charged Job with, were that he should say God carried it towards him as an enemy for small Faults or lesser Sins. d n2 vvi av-ds p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp cs dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd np1 p-acp, vbdr d pns31 vmd vvi np1 vvd pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2 cc jc n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4311 Nor doe I see any thing which hinders the joyning of this and the former reading together; Nor do I see any thing which hinders the joining of this and the former reading together; ccx vdb pns11 vvi d n1 r-crq vvz dt vvg pp-f d cc dt j n-vvg av; (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4312 for surely he seekes occasions to punish and vex ano•her, who insists upon his lesser sins and imperfections, for surely he seeks occasions to Punish and vex ano•her, who insists upon his lesser Sins and imperfections, c-acp av-j pns31 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av, r-crq vvz p-acp po31 jc n2 cc n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4313 as if they were great and grievous crimes. From this la•ter or second sence of the word, Observe, First, in General. as if they were great and grievous crimes. From this la•ter or second sense of the word, Observe, First, in General. c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j cc j n2. p-acp d n1 cc ord n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb, ord, p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4314 To take strict notice of the faylings, infirmities, or lesser sins of others, is a poynt of very great severity. To take strict notice of the failings, infirmities, or lesser Sins of Others, is a point of very great severity. p-acp vvi j n1 pp-f dt n2-vvg, n2, cc jc n2 pp-f n2-jn, vbz dt n1 pp-f av j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 721 Page 217
4315 Some are pleased with nothing more then to heare and discourse of other mens faylings. 'Tis a great fault to be picking up the lesser faults of others; some Are pleased with nothing more then to hear and discourse of other men's failings. It's a great fault to be picking up the lesser Faults of Others; d vbr vvn p-acp pix av-dc cs pc-acp vvi cc n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2-vvg. pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvg a-acp dt jc n2 pp-f n2-jn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 217
4316 yet how many are there, who if they can but see, as it were, any bare place, they will be charging at it; yet how many Are there, who if they can but see, as it were, any bore place, they will be charging At it; av c-crq d vbr a-acp, r-crq cs pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi, c-acp pn31 vbdr, d j n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvg p-acp pn31; (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 217
4317 if they see but the least scratch or sore, they as the fly, love to be feeding upon it, or raking in it. if they see but the least scratch or soar, they as the fly, love to be feeding upon it, or raking in it. cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt ds n1 cc n1, pns32 p-acp dt n1, vvb pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp pn31, cc vvg p-acp pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 217
4318 'Tis our holinesse to take notice of the least sin in our selves, and the more holy any man is, the more quick-sighted and quick-sented he is in taking notice of his lesser sins (when the least neglect of duty and of the least negligence in performance of duty, any ill frame of heart, any vaine thought, any idle word, any undue carriage, any uncomelinesse, is taken notice of and corrected, this shewes an excellent frame of spirit, It's our holiness to take notice of the least since in our selves, and the more holy any man is, the more quick-sighted and quick-scented he is in taking notice of his lesser Sins (when the least neglect of duty and of the least negligence in performance of duty, any ill frame of heart, any vain Thought, any idle word, any undue carriage, any uncomeliness, is taken notice of and corrected, this shows an excellent frame of Spirit, pn31|vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt ds n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc dt av-dc j d n1 vbz, dt av-dc j cc j pns31 vbz p-acp vvg n1 pp-f po31 jc n2 (c-crq dt ds n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f dt ds n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, d j-jn n1 pp-f n1, d j n1, d j n1, d j n1, d n1, vbz vvn n1 pp-f cc vvn, d vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4319 and a great measure of Grace) but it is not good to do so by others, and a great measure of Grace) but it is not good to do so by Others, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1) cc-acp pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vdi av p-acp n2-jn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4320 yea it is an argument we are very much wanting and fayling in holinesse our selves, yea it is an argument we Are very much wanting and failing in holiness our selves, uh pn31 vbz dt n1 pns12 vbr av av-d vvg cc vvg p-acp n1 po12 n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4321 when we are so apt to take notice of and aggravate every want and fayling in our brethren. when we Are so apt to take notice of and aggravate every want and failing in our brothers. c-crq pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f cc vvi d n1 cc vvg p-acp po12 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4322 Yea, when as Christ saith ( Math: 7.3.) We see a m•te in our brothers eye, we seldome see the beame in our owne. Yea, when as christ Says (Math: 7.3.) We see a m•te in our Brother's eye, we seldom see the beam in our own. uh, c-crq p-acp np1 vvz (np1: crd.) pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, pns12 av vvb dt n1 p-acp po12 d. (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4323 And it is an argument men have beames in their owne eyes, when they are so quick-sighted in looking after motes in their brothers eye. And it is an argument men have beams in their own eyes, when they Are so quick-sighted in looking After motes in their Brother's eye. cc pn31 vbz dt n1 n2 vhb n2 p-acp po32 d n2, c-crq pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp vvg p-acp n2 p-acp po32 ng1 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4324 I grant, it is a duty to be watchfull over one another as brethren, and to take notice, I grant, it is a duty to be watchful over one Another as brothers, and to take notice, pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pi j-jn c-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4325 for right ends, of the least faylings and faults of any. for right ends, of the least failings and Faults of any. p-acp j-jn n2, pp-f dt av-ds n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f d. (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4326 This is a duty if we doe it with a purpose to pray for them, that they may walke more circumspectly; This is a duty if we do it with a purpose to pray for them, that they may walk more circumspectly; d vbz dt n1 cs pns12 vdb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi av-dc av-j; (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4327 or that we may lovingly reprove, admonish, and counsell them; or that we may lovingly reprove, admonish, and counsel them; cc cst pns12 vmb av-vvg vvi, vvb, cc vvi pno32; (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4328 as also that we may consider our selves and our owne wayes, lest we fall as they have done. as also that we may Consider our selves and our own ways, lest we fallen as they have done. c-acp av cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 cc po12 d n2, cs pns12 vvb c-acp pns32 vhb vdn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4329 Thus to take notice of the least faylings of others, is a great Gospel duty. Thus to take notice of the least failings of Others, is a great Gospel duty. av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt av-ds n2-vvg pp-f n2-jn, vbz dt j n1 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4330 But to take notice of mens faults, to censure or defame their persons, to insult over them, But to take notice of men's Faults, to censure or defame their Persons, to insult over them, p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f ng2 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4331 or accuse them, this is the spirit of a Cham, who mocked at his fathers nakedness. or accuse them, this is the Spirit of a Cham, who mocked At his Father's nakedness. cc vvi pno32, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp po31 ng1 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4332 And thus to be critticall about the faults of others, argues that we are careless of our owne. And thus to be crittcal about the Faults of Others, argues that we Are careless of our own. cc av pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, vvz cst pns12 vbr j pp-f po12 d. (12) chapter (DIV2) 722 Page 218
4333 Secondly, As to the particular case in the text, for which Job is tax'd by Elihu, that he said thus of God. Observe. Secondly, As to the particular case in the text, for which Job is taxed by Elihu, that he said thus of God. Observe. ord, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vbz vvd p-acp np1, cst pns31 vvd av pp-f np1. vvb. (12) chapter (DIV2) 723 Page 218
4334 To say or think of the Lord that he takes a strict and severe notice of our infirmities to reckon with us riggedly for them is very sinfull. To say or think of the Lord that he Takes a strict and severe notice of our infirmities to reckon with us riggedly for them is very sinful. p-acp vvb cc vvi pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vvz dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 av-j p-acp pno32 vbz av j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 724 Page 218
4335 Such thoughts are a great derogation from the goodnesse and mercy of God. The Lord doth not willingly see the faults of his people; Such thoughts Are a great derogation from the Goodness and mercy of God. The Lord does not willingly see the Faults of his people; d n2 vbr dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 218
4337 he is glad when it is with his people, as it was at that time with Israel (Numb: 23.21.) He hath not beheld iniquity in Jacob, he is glad when it is with his people, as it was At that time with Israel (Numb: 23.21.) He hath not beheld iniquity in Jacob, pns31 vbz j c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 (j: crd.) pns31 vhz xx vvn n1 p-acp np1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 218
4338 neither hath he seene perversness in Israel. neither hath he seen perverseness in Israel. av-dx vhz pns31 vvn n1 p-acp np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 218
4339 But was there no sin to be seene in Jacob? Was Israel altogether innocent at that time? Surely they, But was there no since to be seen in Jacob? Was Israel altogether innocent At that time? Surely they, p-acp vbds a-acp dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1? vbds np1 av j-jn p-acp d n1? av-j pns32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 218
4340 even they, and even then were a sinfull people, and had their faults, neither few nor small, even they, and even then were a sinful people, and had their Faults, neither few nor small, av pns32, cc av av vbdr dt j n1, cc vhd po32 n2, dx d ccx j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 218
4341 but because there was no iniquity, no perversness nor prevarication against God found among them at that time, but Because there was no iniquity, no perverseness nor prevarication against God found among them At that time, cc-acp c-acp a-acp vbds dx n1, dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp np1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4342 therefore he over-looked all their ordinary faylings and transgressions. Therefore he overlooked all their ordinary failings and transgressions. av pns31 j d po32 j n2-vvg cc n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4343 As the Lord is so holy and of such pure eyes that he cannot behold any sin, the least iniquity to approve of it ( Habak. 1.13.) so the Lord is so gracious and so full of compassion, that he doth not severely take notice of, As the Lord is so holy and of such pure eyes that he cannot behold any since, the least iniquity to approve of it (Habak. 1.13.) so the Lord is so gracious and so full of compassion, that he does not severely take notice of, p-acp dt n1 vbz av j cc pp-f d j n2 cst pns31 vmbx vvi d n1, dt ds n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 (vvb. crd.) av dt n1 vbz av j cc av j pp-f n1, cst pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi n1 pp-f, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4344 nor look upon the lesser sins of his people. nor look upon the lesser Sins of his people. ccx vvi p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4345 David exalts the name and glory of God at large for this ( Psal: 103.8, 9, 10.) The Lord is mercifull and gracious, slow to anger, plenteous in mercy, he will not alwayes chide. David exalts the name and glory of God At large for this (Psalm: 103.8, 9, 10.) The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, plenteous in mercy, he will not always chide. np1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j c-acp d (np1: crd, crd, crd) dt n1 vbz j cc j, j pc-acp vvi, j p-acp n1, pns31 vmb xx av vvi. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4346 They are alwayes chideing, that are alwayes spying faults in children, servants or relations; they who take notice of every little fault, shall finde chiding-worke enough in a family. They Are always chiding, that Are always spying Faults in children, Servants or relations; they who take notice of every little fault, shall find chiding-worke enough in a family. pns32 vbr av vvg, cst vbr av vvg n2 p-acp n2, n2 cc n2; pns32 r-crq vvb n1 pp-f d j n1, vmb vvi n1 av-d p-acp dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4347 But the Lord will not alwayes chide; neither will he keepe his anger for ever; But the Lord will not always chide; neither will he keep his anger for ever; p-acp dt n1 vmb xx av vvi; dx vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1 c-acp av; (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4348 He hath not dealt with us after our sins, nor rewarded us according to our iniquities: He hath not dealt with us After our Sins, nor rewarded us according to our iniquities: pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2, ccx n1 pno12 p-acp p-acp po12 n2: (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4349 Like as a father pittieth his children, so the Lord pittieth them that feare him. A father doth not enquire into, much lesse punish every neglect of his child. Like as a father Pitieth his children, so the Lord Pitieth them that Fear him. A father does not inquire into, much less Punish every neglect of his child. av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2, av dt n1 vvz pno32 cst vvb pno31. dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp, av-d av-dc vvi d n1 pp-f po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4350 I will spare them (saith the Lord) ( Mal: 3.17.) as a father spareth a son that serveth him. I will spare them (Says the Lord) (Malachi: 3.17.) as a father spares a son that serves him. pns11 vmb vvi pno32 (vvz dt n1) (fw-fr: crd.) p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 cst vvz pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4351 If a father seeth or is well perswaded that his son hath a heart to serve him, he will not curiously spy out the faults of his service, If a father sees or is well persuaded that his son hath a heart to serve him, he will not curiously spy out the Faults of his service, cs dt n1 vvz cc vbz av vvn cst po31 n1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4352 but saith to his child, It is well done, or at least, I take that well which thou hast done. but Says to his child, It is well done, or At least, I take that well which thou hast done. cc-acp vvz p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbz av vdn, cc p-acp ds, pns11 vvb cst av r-crq pns21 vh2 vdn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4353 Yea the Lord is so farre from a strict inquiry after such faults, that he passeth by great transgressions ( Mic: 7.18.) Who is a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, Yea the Lord is so Far from a strict inquiry After such Faults, that he passes by great transgressions (Mic: 7.18.) Who is a God like unto thee, that Pardoneth iniquity, uh dt n1 vbz av av-j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vvz p-acp j n2 (j: crd.) r-crq vbz dt n1 av-j p-acp pno21, cst vvz n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4354 and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his people; he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth in mercy. and passes by the Transgression of the remnant of his people; he retaineth not his anger for ever, Because he delights in mercy. cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; pns31 vvz xx po31 n1 c-acp av, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4355 Though Asa (1 Kings 15.14.) was not through in the reformation; the high places were not removed, yet the Lord did not charge this upon him, Though Asa (1 Kings 15.14.) was not through in the Reformation; the high places were not removed, yet the Lord did not charge this upon him, cs np1 (crd n2 crd.) vbds xx p-acp p-acp dt n1; dt j n2 vbdr xx vvn, av dt n1 vdd xx vvi d p-acp pno31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4519 Behold, in this thou art not just. Behold, in this thou art not just. vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 749 Page 228
4356 for presently it followeth in the sacred Story; Neverthelesse, the heart of Asa was perfect with God all his dayes. Yea; for presently it follows in the sacred Story; Nevertheless, the heart of Asa was perfect with God all his days. Yea; c-acp av-j pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1; av, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp np1 d po31 n2. uh; (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4357 though Asa did fall into severall sins afterwards, imprisoning one of the Prophets, and oppressing some of the people, though Asa did fallen into several Sins afterwards, imprisoning one of the prophets, and oppressing Some of the people, cs np1 vdd vvi p-acp j n2 av, vvg pi pp-f dt n2, cc vvg d pp-f dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4358 and in his sickness seeking to the Physitians, and not to the Lord, yet the Lord did not charge these acts upon him; and in his sickness seeking to the Physicians, and not to the Lord, yet the Lord did not charge these acts upon him; cc p-acp po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt n2, cc xx p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 vdd xx vvi d n2 p-acp pno31; (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4359 He was so farre from a strict inquiry after his lesser sins, that he tooke no notice of those greater sins, He was so Far from a strict inquiry After his lesser Sins, that he took no notice of those greater Sins, pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 jc n2, cst pns31 vvd dx n1 pp-f d jc n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4360 but saith, His heart was perfect all his dayes. but Says, His heart was perfect all his days. cc-acp vvz, po31 n1 vbds j d po31 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4361 So in the case of David, the Lord would not see many of his sins, he would not blot David, nor burden his owne memory with them, So in the case of David, the Lord would not see many of his Sins, he would not blot David, nor burden his own memory with them, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vmd xx vvi np1, ccx n1 po31 d n1 p-acp pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4362 but passed an Act of Oblivion upon them for ever. but passed an Act of Oblivion upon them for ever. cc-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp av. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 219
4363 Sarah (Gen: 18.12. (spake very unhandsomely when the Angel came to her and told her she should have a son; Sarah (Gen: 18.12. (spoke very unhandsomely when the Angel Come to her and told her she should have a son; np1 (np1: crd. (vvd av av-j c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 cc vvd pno31 pns31 vmd vhi dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 220
4364 yet the Apostle (1 Pet: 3.6.) referring to that story, gives Sarah a very high testimony or commendation for one good word that was mingled with a great many ill or undue ones, yea and actions too; yet the Apostle (1 Pet: 3.6.) referring to that story, gives Sarah a very high testimony or commendation for one good word that was mingled with a great many ill or undue ones, yea and actions too; av dt n1 (crd n1: crd.) vvg p-acp d n1, vvz np1 dt j j n1 cc n1 p-acp crd j n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt j d j-jn cc j pi2, uh cc n2 av; (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 220
4365 for she laughed; Notwithstanding all which, Peter sets her as a patterne for all good women professing the Gospel to imitate: for she laughed; Notwithstanding all which, Peter sets her as a pattern for all good women professing the Gospel to imitate: p-acp pns31 vvd; a-acp d r-crq, np1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n2 vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 220
4366 He would have them be in subjection unto their owne husbands; He would have them be in subjection unto their own Husbands; pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp po32 d n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 220
4367 even as Sarah obeyed Abraham calling him Lord, whose daughters ye are (saith he) as long as ye doe that which is well. even as Sarah obeyed Abraham calling him Lord, whose daughters you Are (Says he) as long as you do that which is well. av c-acp np1 vvd np1 vvg pno31 n1, rg-crq n2 pn22 vbr (vvz pns31) c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vdb d r-crq vbz av. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 220
4368 That one word which she spake well, is recorded, yea reported to her praise, and all that were ill are buried in silence, forgotten and covered. That one word which she spoke well, is recorded, yea reported to her praise, and all that were ill Are buried in silence, forgotten and covered. cst crd n1 r-crq pns31 vvd av, vbz vvn, uh vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc d cst vbdr av-jn vbr vvn p-acp n1, vvn cc vvn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 220
4369 The Lord hath respect to a little pure gold, though mingled with a great deale of dross, The Lord hath respect to a little pure gold, though mingled with a great deal of dross, dt n1 vhz n1 p-acp dt j j n1, cs vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 220
4370 and ownes a little good Corne, though a great deale of chaffe be in the same floore or heape. and owns a little good Corn, though a great deal of chaff be in the same floor or heap. cc vvz dt j j n1, cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbb p-acp dt d n1 cc n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 220
4371 Surely then he will not bring our infirmities and slips to account against us, while our hearts are upright with him. Surely then he will not bring our infirmities and slips to account against us, while our hearts Are upright with him. np1 av pns31 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cs po12 n2 vbr av-j p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 725 Page 220
4372 Thus you see what matter of charge there was in these words, when Job sayd, God sought occasion against him, when he had given none, Thus you see what matter of charge there was in these words, when Job said, God sought occasion against him, when he had given none, av pn22 vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbds p-acp d n2, c-crq np1 vvd, np1 vvd n1 p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pix, (12) chapter (DIV2) 726 Page 220
4373 or that he had only given some smaller occasion, and yet God dealt with him as an enemy. or that he had only given Some smaller occasion, and yet God dealt with him as an enemy. cc cst pns31 vhd av-j vvn d jc n1, cc av np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 726 Page 220
4374 But did Job ever say, That God sought occasions against him, or tooke notice of his lesser sins so severely? But did Job ever say, That God sought occasions against him, or took notice of his lesser Sins so severely? cc-acp vdd np1 av vvb, cst np1 vvd n2 p-acp pno31, cc vvd n1 pp-f po31 jc n2 av av-j? (12) chapter (DIV2) 727 Page 220
4375 I answer, Though some acquit Job wholly of this charge, and recriminate Elihu with this accusation as a slander, I answer, Though Some acquit Job wholly of this charge, and recriminate Elihu with this accusation as a slander, pns11 vvb, cs d j-vvn np1 av-jn pp-f d n1, cc j np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 220
4541 or right, how innocent soever he was, in speaking so much of his own innocency, or right, how innocent soever he was, in speaking so much of his own innocency, cc j-jn, c-crq j-jn av pns31 vbds, p-acp vvg av d pp-f po31 d n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 229
4376 yet Job had spoken words which might give occasion to charge him thus, (as was shewed also concerning those former speeches, I am cleane from transgression, I am innocent, there is no iniquity in me ) though Job had not spoken these or such like words, with that scope and spirit as Elihu might seeme to alledge them; yet Job had spoken words which might give occasion to charge him thus, (as was showed also Concerning those former Speeches, I am clean from Transgression, I am innocent, there is no iniquity in me) though Job had not spoken these or such like words, with that scope and Spirit as Elihu might seem to allege them; av np1 vhd vvn n2 r-crq vmd vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av, (c-acp vbds vvn av vvg d j n2, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, pns11 vbm j-jn, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno11) cs n1 vhd xx vvn d cc d j n2, p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno32; (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 220
4377 yet he had given Elihu cause enough to say so, while he spake more of himselfe then came to his share, considering that he was a sinfull man, yet he had given Elihu cause enough to say so, while he spoke more of himself then Come to his share, considering that he was a sinful man, av pns31 vhd vvn np1 n1 av-d pc-acp vvi av, cs pns31 vvd dc pp-f px31 av vvd p-acp po31 n1, vvg cst pns31 vbds dt j n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 220
4378 and more then did become him in his condition, being an afflicted man. and more then did become him in his condition, being an afflicted man. cc av-dc cs vdd vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vbg dt j-vvn n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 220
4379 Upon both which accounts, it had better becom'd him to have been much in humbling himselfe, rather then at all in justifying himselfe. Upon both which accounts, it had better becomed him to have been much in humbling himself, rather then At all in justifying himself. p-acp d r-crq vvz, pn31 vhd av-j vvn pno31 pc-acp vhi vbn av-d p-acp vvg px31, av-c cs p-acp d p-acp vvg px31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 220
4380 Now as Job had spoken words which might beare out Elihu in his former charge, so we finde severall speeches or complaints concerning God, which may justifie him in this. Now as Job had spoken words which might bear out Elihu in his former charge, so we find several Speeches or complaints Concerning God, which may justify him in this. av c-acp n1 vhd vvn n2 r-crq vmd vvi av np1 p-acp po31 j n1, av pns12 vvb j n2 cc n2 vvg np1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d. (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 220
4381 As for instance ( Chap: 14.16, 17.) For now thou numbrest (or numbring thou numbrest) my steps; As for instance (Chap: 14.16, 17.) For now thou numbrest (or numbering thou numbrest) my steps; p-acp p-acp n1 (n1: crd, crd) c-acp av pns21 vv2 (cc vvg pns21 vv2) po11 n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 221
4382 dost thou not watch over my sins? As if he had sayd, thou watchest me so strictly, dost thou not watch over my Sins? As if he had said, thou watchest me so strictly, vd2 pns21 xx vvi p-acp po11 n2? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns21 vv2 pno11 av av-j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 221
4383 so narrowly, that I cannot (in the least) step awry, but presently I am observed and shall be sure to heare of it; so narrowly, that I cannot (in the least) step awry, but presently I am observed and shall be sure to hear of it; av av-j, cst pns11 vmbx (p-acp dt ds) vvb av, cc-acp av-j pns11 vbm vvn cc vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31; (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 221
4384 Yea, my transgress•on is sealed up in a bag, and thou sowest up mine iniquity; that is, thou keepest the memory of my sins, thou dost not passe them by, Yea, my transgress•on is sealed up in a bag, and thou sowest up mine iniquity; that is, thou Keepest the memory of my Sins, thou dost not pass them by, uh, po11 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc pns21 vv2 p-acp po11 n1; cst vbz, pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, pns21 vd2 xx vvi pno32 p-acp, (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 221
4385 but hast them ready by thee. but hast them ready by thee. cc-acp vvb pno32 j p-acp pno21. (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 221
4386 When chast Joseps wanton mistresse disappoynted in her lust, was resolved to seeke an occasion of revenge, she layd up his garment by her untill her Lord came home (Gen: 39.16.) To lay up the evill deed of another, presageth ill to him. When chaste Josephs wanton mistress disappointed in her lust, was resolved to seek an occasion of revenge, she laid up his garment by her until her Lord Come home (Gen: 39.16.) To lay up the evil deed of Another, presages ill to him. c-crq j np1 j-jn n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 n1 vvd av-an (np1: crd.) p-acp vvi a-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n-jn, vvz j-jn p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 221
4387 And therefore when Elihu heard Job speaking thus, might he not say, Job hath sayd, God seeketh occasions against me, yea, (which is more) as it followeth in the verse under hand; And Therefore when Elihu herd Job speaking thus, might he not say, Job hath said, God seeks occasions against me, yea, (which is more) as it follows in the verse under hand; cc av c-crq np1 vvn np1 vvg av, vmd pns31 xx vvi, n1 vhz vvn, np1 vvz n2 p-acp pno11, uh, (r-crq vbz av-dc) c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 221
4388 And counteth me for his enemy. And counteth me for his enemy. cc vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 728 Page 221
4389 These words having been insisted upon somewhat largely from other passages of this Booke ( Chap: 13.24. & 19.11. & Chap. 30.21. These words having been insisted upon somewhat largely from other passages of this Book (Chap: 13.24. & 19.11. & Chap. 30.21. d n2 vhg vbn vvd p-acp av av-j p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f d n1 (n1: crd. cc crd. cc np1 crd. (12) chapter (DIV2) 729 Page 221
4390 In all which places Job spake this complaint sometimes expressely, alwayes Equivalently) I shall not here stay upon the explication of them, only for as much as Job having sayd, That God took hold of small occasions given, In all which places Job spoke this complaint sometime expressly, always Equivalently) I shall not Here stay upon the explication of them, only for as much as Job having said, That God took hold of small occasions given, p-acp d r-crq n2 n1 vvd d n1 av av-j, av av-j) pns11 vmb xx av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, av-j c-acp p-acp d c-acp n1 vhg vvn, cst np1 vvd vvi pp-f j n2 vvn, (12) chapter (DIV2) 729 Page 221
4391 or sought occasions not given, is presently charged further by Elihu, with saying, He counteth me for his enemy. or sought occasions not given, is presently charged further by Elihu, with saying, He counteth me for his enemy. cc vvd n2 xx vvn, vbz av-j vvd av-jc p-acp np1, p-acp vvg, pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 729 Page 221
4392 From this Connection of the former with the latter part of the verse. Note. From this Connection of the former with the latter part of the verse. Note. p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1. n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 729 Page 221
4393 To seek or take easie occasions against another, is an argument that we beare no good will to him, or, It is a signe we look upon a man as an enemy, To seek or take easy occasions against Another, is an argument that we bear no good will to him, or, It is a Signen we look upon a man as an enemy, p-acp vvi cc vvi j n2 p-acp j-jn, vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vvb dx j n1 p-acp pno31, cc, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 730 Page 221
4394 when we are apt and ready to seeke or take occasions against him. when we Are apt and ready to seek or take occasions against him. c-crq pns12 vbr j cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 730 Page 221
4395 There are two things which we are very ready to doe towards those we beare no good will un•o, There Are two things which we Are very ready to do towards those we bear no good will un•o, pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vdi p-acp d pns12 vvb dx j n1 av, (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 221
4396 or whom we account our enemies. or whom we account our enemies. cc r-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 221
4397 First, to diminish the good which they doe, to speak lightly of, and under-value their most prayse-worthy deeds. First, to diminish the good which they do, to speak lightly of, and undervalue their most praiseworthy Deeds. ord, pc-acp vvi dt j r-crq pns32 vdb, pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f, cc n1 po32 av-ds j n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 221
4398 Ill will never spake well either of persons or actions. Ill will never spoke well either of Persons or actions. av-jn vmb av-x vvd av av-d pp-f n2 cc n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 221
4399 Secondly, whom we love not as friends, especially whom we hate as enemies, we are prone to highten their faults, and double their faylings; Secondly, whom we love not as Friends, especially whom we hate as enemies, we Are prove to heighten their Faults, and double their failings; ord, ro-crq pns12 vvb xx p-acp n2, av-j r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2-vvg; (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 221
4400 we (mostly) look on the evill deeds of an enemy in a multiplying, or in a magnifying glass; we (mostly) look on the evil Deeds of an enemy in a multiplying, or in a magnifying glass; pns12 (j) vvb p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg, cc p-acp dt vvg n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 221
4401 we make one fault many, and a little one great. we make one fault many, and a little one great. pns12 vvb crd n1 d, cc dt j crd j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 222
4402 A true friend will speak the most of what is well done, and the least he can, with truth, of what is ill; A true friend will speak the most of what is well done, and the least he can, with truth, of what is ill; dt j n1 vmb vvi dt ds pp-f r-crq vbz av vdn, cc dt ds pns31 vmb, p-acp n1, pp-f r-crq vbz j-jn; (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 222
4403 He is so farre from seeking occasions against whom he loves, that he will hardly see them, when findes them unsought. He is so Far from seeking occasions against whom he loves, that he will hardly see them, when finds them unsought. pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, cst pns31 vmb av vvi pno32, c-crq vvz pno32 j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 222
4404 A noble enemy will not seeke occasions against a man, much lesse will a cordiall friend. A noble enemy will not seek occasions against a man, much less will a cordial friend. dt j n1 vmb xx vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc vmb dt j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 222
4405 It is no wonder when Job is taxed with saying, God sought occasions against him, that he should also say, He counteth me for his enemy. It is no wonder when Job is taxed with saying, God sought occasions against him, that he should also say, He counteth me for his enemy. pn31 vbz dx n1 c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg, np1 vvd n2 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmd av vvi, pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 731 Page 222
4406 From the matter of these words, He counteth me for his enemy, take these two notes. From the matter of these words, He counteth me for his enemy, take these two notes. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1, vvb d crd n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 732 Page 222
4407 First, Even good men when they are sorely grieved under the afflicting hand of God, are tempted to have hard apprehensions of God, at least to suspect and feare that God is no friend to them. First, Even good men when they Are sorely grieved under the afflicting hand of God, Are tempted to have hard apprehensions of God, At least to suspect and Fear that God is no friend to them. ord, av-j j n2 c-crq pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, vbr vvn pc-acp vhi j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp ds pc-acp vvi cc n1 cst np1 vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 732 Page 222
4408 And this comes to passe upon a double consideration; First, Nature when pinched will shew it selfe; And this comes to pass upon a double consideration; First, Nature when pinched will show it self; cc d vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1; ord, n1 c-crq vvn vmb vvi pn31 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4409 Now, man naturally, hath not only hard thoughts of God, but an enmity against him. Now, man naturally, hath not only hard thoughts of God, but an enmity against him. av, n1 av-j, vhz xx av-j j n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4410 And when nature is pinched, all the corruptions working in man, worke this way, unless over-power'd and checkt by grace. And when nature is pinched, all the corruptions working in man, work this Way, unless overpowered and checked by grace. cc c-crq n1 vbz vvn, d dt n2 vvg p-acp n1, vvb d n1, cs j cc vvn p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4411 Secondly, when 'tis hard with us from the hand of God, then Satan takes his time to prompt us with hard thoughts of God, Secondly, when it's hard with us from the hand of God, then Satan Takes his time to prompt us with hard thoughts of God, ord, c-crq pn31|vbz j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs np1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j n2 pp-f np1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4412 and to foment that enmity to the uttermost, of which our corrupt nature hath such store. and to foment that enmity to the uttermost, of which our corrupt nature hath such store. cc p-acp n1 cst n1 p-acp dt j, pp-f r-crq po12 j n1 vhz d n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4413 What? will Satan say, Doth God love thee, and starve thee? What? Doth God pretend kindness to thee, What? will Satan say, Does God love thee, and starve thee? What? Does God pretend kindness to thee, q-crq? vmb np1 vvi, vdz np1 vvi pno21, cc vvb pno21? q-crq? vdz np1 vvi n1 p-acp pno21, (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4414 and deale thus with thee? is God thy friend, who takes away thy friends? is God thy friend, who leaves thee in the hand of enemies? doth he pitty thee, and deal thus with thee? is God thy friend, who Takes away thy Friends? is God thy friend, who leaves thee in the hand of enemies? does he pity thee, cc vvi av p-acp pno21? vbz np1 po21 n1, r-crq vvz av po21 n2? vbz np1 po21 n1, r-crq vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? vdz pns31 vvi pno21, (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4415 and yet keepe thee in these paines? is this his kindness to his friend? How can he say he loves thee? And hast not thou cause enough yet to say, He counteth thee for his enemy. and yet keep thee in these pains? is this his kindness to his friend? How can he say he loves thee? And hast not thou cause enough yet to say, He counteth thee for his enemy. cc av vvb pno21 p-acp d n2? vbz d po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1? q-crq vmb pns31 vvi pns31 vvz pno21? cc vh2 xx pns21 vvi av-d av pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz pno21 p-acp po31 n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4416 Thus Satan takes his time to provoke nature, which is forward enough of it selfe to thinke and speake hardly of God, Thus Satan Takes his time to provoke nature, which is forward enough of it self to think and speak hardly of God, av np1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, r-crq vbz av-j av-d pp-f pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av pp-f np1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4417 if at any time he is pleased and sees it fit to deale hardly with us. if At any time he is pleased and sees it fit to deal hardly with us. cs p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz vvn cc vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno12. (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4418 And how great a combate hath many a gracious soule both with Satan and his owne heart, to get and keepe up good and honorable thoughts of God in a suffering condition, And how great a combat hath many a gracious soul both with Satan and his own heart, to get and keep up good and honourable thoughts of God in a suffering condition, cc c-crq j dt n1 vhz d dt j n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp j cc j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4419 or under darke and (to sense) dismal dispensations. Secondly, Note. or under dark and (to sense) dismal dispensations. Secondly, Note. cc p-acp j cc (p-acp n1) j n2. ord, n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 733 Page 222
4420 Whatsoever God doth to or with a godly man, he should maintaine good thoughts, and speak well of God, or, when God deales most strictly and severely with his people, they should not look upon it as an argument of any enmity or ill will against them, Whatsoever God does to or with a godly man, he should maintain good thoughts, and speak well of God, or, when God deals most strictly and severely with his people, they should not look upon it as an argument of any enmity or ill will against them, r-crq np1 vdz p-acp cc p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmd vvi j n2, cc vvb av pp-f np1, cc, c-crq np1 vvz av-ds av-j cc av-j p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc j-jn vmb p-acp pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 734 Page 223
4421 or that he counteth them his enemies. Let us take heed of such thoughts; or that he counteth them his enemies. Let us take heed of such thoughts; cc cst pns31 vvz pno32 po31 n2. vvb pno12 vvi n1 pp-f d n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 734 Page 223
4422 David professed ( Psal: 73.1.) Truly God is good to Israel, even to them that are of a cleane heart. David professed (Psalm: 73.1.) Truly God is good to Israel, even to them that Are of a clean heart. np1 vvd (np1: crd.) av-j n1 vbz j p-acp np1, av p-acp pno32 cst vbr pp-f dt j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4423 He is good to them (that's Davids intent there) not only when he doth them good, (as to outward things I meane, He is good to them (that's Davids intent there) not only when he does them good, (as to outward things I mean, pns31 vbz j p-acp pno32 (cst|vbz npg1 n1 a-acp) xx av-j c-crq pns31 vdz pno32 j, (c-acp p-acp j n2 pns11 vvb, (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4424 and to sencible appearances, for all is good in the issue to the Israel of God; and to sensible appearances, for all is good in the issue to the Israel of God; cc p-acp j n2, p-acp d vbz j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1 pp-f np1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4425 now, I say, God is good to his people, not only when he in that sence doth them good) but when he afflicts them, now, I say, God is good to his people, not only when he in that sense does them good) but when he afflicts them, av, pns11 vvb, np1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1, xx av-j c-crq pns31 p-acp d n1 vdz pno32 j) cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4426 and layeth many outward evills upon them. and Layeth many outward evils upon them. cc vvz d j n2-jn p-acp pno32. (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4427 When, as it is said after in that Psalme ( v. 14.) He plagueth them (that word imports sorest troubles) all the day long, and chasteneth them every morning; When, as it is said After in that Psalm (v. 14.) He plagueth them (that word imports Sorest Troubles) all the day long, and Chasteneth them every morning; c-crq, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 (n1 crd) pns31 vvz pno32 (cst n1 vvz js n2) d dt n1 av-j, cc vvz pno32 d n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4428 when he gives them their breakfast in sowre herbes, or with severest whippings, yet then, even then he is good to them, and meanes them no harme at all. when he gives them their breakfast in sour herbs, or with Severest whippings, yet then, even then he is good to them, and means them not harm At all. c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 po32 n1 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp js n2-vvg, av av, av cs pns31 vbz j p-acp pno32, cc vvz pno32 xx vvi p-acp d. (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4429 Therefore how hardly soever God deals with us, let us not thinke he counts us enemies. Therefore how hardly soever God deals with us, let us not think he counts us enemies. av c-crq av av np1 vvz p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 xx vvi pns31 vvz pno12 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4430 The Temptation was strong upon David to take up hard thoughts of God in that case, The Temptation was strong upon David to take up hard thoughts of God in that case, dt n1 vbds j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4431 yea it prevailed so farre upon him, that he concluded ( v. 13.) Verily I have cleansed my heart in vaine, yea it prevailed so Far upon him, that he concluded (v. 13.) Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain, uh pn31 vvd av av-j p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vvd (n1 crd) av-j pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4432 and washed my hands in innocency. and washed my hands in innocency. cc vvd po11 n2 p-acp n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4433 As if he had sayd, A man hath little priviledge from the worst of outward evills by his godliness; As if he had said, A man hath little privilege from the worst of outward evils by his godliness; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt n1 vhz j n1 p-acp dt js pp-f j n2-jn p-acp po31 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4476 Affliction as to the eye of the world, carrieth a disgrace with it, or, at least, subjects the person afflicted to disgrace; Affliction as to the eye of the world, Carrieth a disgrace with it, or, At least, subject's the person afflicted to disgrace; n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc, p-acp ds, n2-jn dt n1 vvn p-acp n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4604 come and charge them if you can. come and charge them if you can. vvb cc vvb pno32 cs pn22 vmb. (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 231
4434 But the Temptation did not prevaile long, he soone recovered himselfe ( v: 15.) If I say I will speak thus, (that is, that I have cleansed my heart in vaine) Behold, I should offend against the generation of thy children; But the Temptation did not prevail long, he soon recovered himself (v: 15.) If I say I will speak thus, (that is, that I have cleansed my heart in vain) Behold, I should offend against the generation of thy children; cc-acp dt n1 vdd xx vvi av-j, pns31 av vvd px31 (vmb: crd) cs pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vvi av, (cst vbz, cst pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp j) vvb, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4435 that is, I should wrong the whole kind or race of godly men throughout the world, that is, I should wrong the Whole kind or raze of godly men throughout the world, cst vbz, pns11 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4436 as if hypocrites, or as if God did not love them, or were not good to them, as if Hypocrites, or as if God did not love them, or were not good to them, c-acp cs n2, cc c-acp cs np1 vdd xx vvi pno32, cc vbdr xx j p-acp pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4437 for who is there among all thy children whom either thou hast not or mayest not chasten as much as thou hast chastned me. for who is there among all thy children whom either thou hast not or Mayest not chasten as much as thou hast chastened me. p-acp r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp d po21 n2 r-crq d pns21 vh2 xx cc vm2 xx vvi p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11. (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4438 As no man can know the love of God by that which is before him, how prosperous soever it is; As no man can know the love of God by that which is before him, how prosperous soever it is; p-acp dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp pno31, c-crq j av pn31 vbz; (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4439 so it is most unsutable for any of the children of God, to thinke that God is not good to them, so it is most unsuitable for any of the children of God, to think that God is not good to them, av pn31 vbz av-ds j p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz xx j p-acp pno32, (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4440 or doth not love them, because of the evill that is before them, how adverse or disasterous soever it is. or does not love them, Because of the evil that is before them, how adverse or disastrous soever it is. cc vdz xx vvi pno32, c-acp pp-f dt j-jn cst vbz p-acp pno32, c-crq j cc j av pn31 vbz. (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4441 For, God having loved his people in Christ, he loves them for ever; For, God having loved his people in christ, he loves them for ever; p-acp, np1 vhg vvn po31 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp av; (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 223
4442 when once he hath broken the enmity in our hearts towards himselfe, there is nothing shall ever be done by him towards us, which may speak us his enemies, when once he hath broken the enmity in our hearts towards himself, there is nothing shall ever be done by him towards us, which may speak us his enemies, c-crq a-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp px31, pc-acp vbz pix vmb av vbi vdn p-acp pno31 p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 po31 n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 224
4443 or him our enemy, though a Job in great affliction may say, He counteth me for his enemy, And handles me like one too; as it followeth. or him our enemy, though a Job in great affliction may say, He counteth me for his enemy, And handles me like one too; as it follows. cc pno31 po12 n1, cs dt n1 p-acp j n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz pno11 vvi pi av; c-acp pn31 vvz. (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 224
4444 Vers. 11. He putteth my feet in the stockes, he marketh all my paths. Vers. 11. He putteth my feet in the stocks, he marks all my paths. np1 crd pns31 vvz po11 n2 p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvz d po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 735 Page 224
4445 We had these words expressely ( Chap: 13.27.) there they have been opened already, Thou puttest my feet also in the stocks, We had these words expressly (Chap: 13.27.) there they have been opened already, Thou puttest my feet also in the stocks, pns12 vhd d n2 av-j (n1: crd.) a-acp pns32 vhb vbn vvn av, pns21 vv2 po11 n2 av p-acp dt n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 736 Page 224
4446 and lookest narrowly unto all my pathes. and Lookest narrowly unto all my paths. cc vv2 av-j p-acp d po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 736 Page 224
4447 That which hath been said as to the Generall sence and scope of that text, may serve for this; That which hath been said as to the General sense and scope of that text, may serve for this; cst r-crq vhz vbn vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, vmb vvi p-acp d; (12) chapter (DIV2) 736 Page 224
4448 And therefore I referre the reader thither. I shall only adde two or three notes from the metaphor; And Therefore I refer the reader thither. I shall only add two or three notes from the metaphor; cc av pns11 vvb dt n1 av. pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd cc crd n2 p-acp dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 736 Page 224
4449 He put my feet in the stocks, that is, he presseth me with very close and sore afflictions. Hence Observe. He put my feet in the stocks, that is, he Presseth me with very close and soar afflictions. Hence Observe. pns31 vvd po11 n2 p-acp dt n2, cst vbz, pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp av j cc j n2. av vvb. (12) chapter (DIV2) 736 Page 224
4450 First, To be in affliction, is to be in a painfull condition; there is little ease in the stocks. First, To be in affliction, is to be in a painful condition; there is little ease in the stocks. ord, pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1; pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp dt n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 737 Page 224
4451 No chastning for the present seemeth to be joyous but grievous (Heb: 12.11.) To be under a crosse is be under a burden. No chastening for the present seems to be joyous but grievous (Hebrew: 12.11.) To be under a cross is be under a burden. dx vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp j (n1: crd.) pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 vbz vbi p-acp dt n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 738 Page 224
4452 Secondly, Afflictions keepe us under restraint. He hath little liberty as well as little ease that is in the stocks: Secondly, Afflictions keep us under restraint. He hath little liberty as well as little ease that is in the stocks: ord, n2 vvb pno12 p-acp n1. pns31 vhz j n1 c-acp av c-acp j n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n2: (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4453 afflictions hold us in, they are as a prison to us. Afflictions are a restraint two wayes; First, to our corruptions; afflictions hold us in, they Are as a prison to us. Afflictions Are a restraint two ways; First, to our corruptions; n2 vvb pno12 p-acp, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12. n2 vbr dt n1 crd n2; ord, p-acp po12 n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4477 And it hath been shewed from severall passages of this booke, how Job's afflictions were interpreted to his disgrace; And it hath been showed from several passages of this book, how Job's afflictions were interpreted to his disgrace; cc pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1, c-crq npg1 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4454 yea, through the grace of God, afflictions are more then restraints to corruption, they become the death of corruption, they are appoynted (among other services) for the mortifying of corruption, that it may not live in us, much more are they a restraint to corruption, that it may not get out, yea, through the grace of God, afflictions Are more then restraints to corruption, they become the death of corruption, they Are appointed (among other services) for the mortifying of corruption, that it may not live in us, much more Are they a restraint to corruption, that it may not get out, uh, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n2 vbr av-dc cs n2 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr vvn (p-acp j-jn n2) p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n1, cst pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12, d dc vbr pns32 dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pn31 vmb xx vvi av, (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4455 nor worke in us as before. nor work in us as before. ccx vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp a-acp. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4456 Many times, when a good man hath the world at will, his corruptions thinke to have their will too; Many times, when a good man hath the world At will, his corruptions think to have their will too; av-d n2, c-crq dt j n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp n1, po31 n2 vvb pc-acp vhi po32 n1 av; (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4457 and when he is at liberty, lusts would grow licentious: and when he is At liberty, Lustiest would grow licentious: cc c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp n1, n2 vmd vvi j: (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4458 Therefore God seeth it necessary to put his servants in the stocks, that their lusts may be in the stocks too. Therefore God sees it necessary to put his Servants in the stocks, that their Lustiest may be in the stocks too. av np1 vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n2, cst po32 n2 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 av. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4459 Thus he told the Church ( Hos: 2.6.) Behold, I will hedge up thy way with thornes, Thus he told the Church (Hos: 2.6.) Behold, I will hedge up thy Way with thorns, av pns31 vvd dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvb, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po21 n1 p-acp n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4460 and make a wall that she shall not find her paths. The thorne-hedge was as a stocks to stop them that they should not walk disorderly, and make a wall that she shall not find her paths. The thorn-hedge was as a stocks to stop them that they should not walk disorderly, cc vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n2. dt n1 vbds p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst pns32 vmd xx vvi av-j, (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4461 nor act inordinately as they had done. nor act inordinately as they had done. ccx n1 av-j c-acp pns32 vhd vdn. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 224
4462 This course God takes with many, he puts them in the stocks, that he may keepe them from the wayes of sin, This course God Takes with many, he puts them in the stocks, that he may keep them from the ways of since, d n1 np1 vvz p-acp d, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4463 or give check to some unruly affection. or give check to Some unruly affection. cc vvb n1 p-acp d j n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4464 When we need this discipline, we may looke for it, and 'tis a mercy to be under it. When we need this discipline, we may look for it, and it's a mercy to be under it. c-crq pns12 vvb d n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pn31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4465 Will you not keep order? (saith God) then you shall to the stocks. Will you not keep order? (Says God) then you shall to the stocks. n1 pn22 xx vvi n1? (vvz np1) cs pn22 vmb p-acp dt n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4466 Secondly, afflictions are a restraint to our comforts, as well as to our corruptions. Secondly, afflictions Are a restraint to our comforts, as well as to our corruptions. ord, n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po12 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4467 As this expression notes the taking of lusts short, so the taking of us short as to lawfull liberties and enjoyments. As this expression notes the taking of Lustiest short, so the taking of us short as to lawful Liberties and enjoyments. p-acp d n1 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f n2 j, av dt n-vvg pp-f pno12 j p-acp p-acp j n2 cc n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4468 Sickness upon the body sowres all that this world hath, to us, and will not suffer us to use much of it, Sickness upon the body sours all that this world hath, to us, and will not suffer us to use much of it, n1 p-acp dt n1 n2-j d cst d n1 vhz, p-acp pno12, cc vmb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi d pp-f pn31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4469 how much soever of it we possesse. how much soever of it we possess. c-crq d av pp-f pn31 pns12 vvi. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4470 Many have enough to eate, who never eate in pleasure, as Job sayd ( Chap: 21.25.) And when in our prosperity we run out and take unlawfull liberty, God sends an affliction, Many have enough to eat, who never eat in pleasure, as Job said (Chap: 21.25.) And when in our Prosperity we run out and take unlawful liberty, God sends an affliction, av-d vhb d pc-acp vvi, r-crq av-x vvd p-acp n1, c-acp n1 vvd (n1: crd.) cc c-crq p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vvb av cc vvb j n1, np1 vvz dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4471 as his stocks, to hold us from our lawfull liberties. as his stocks, to hold us from our lawful Liberties. c-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 j n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4472 When we have had vaine out-goings and excesses of spirit, all going well with us and comfortably in the world, we may expect the stocks next, When we have had vain outgoings and Excesses of Spirit, all going well with us and comfortably in the world, we may expect the stocks next, c-crq pns12 vhb vhn j j cc n2 pp-f n1, d vvg av p-acp pno12 cc av-j p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 ord, (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4473 or that things should goe ill with us, yet for our good. Thirdly, To be in the stocks is a disgracefull thing; or that things should go ill with us, yet for our good. Thirdly, To be in the stocks is a disgraceful thing; cc d n2 vmd vvi j-jn p-acp pno12, av p-acp po12 j. ord, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 vbz dt j n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 739 Page 225
4474 it is not only a paine and a restraint, but it is a reproach; it is not only a pain and a restraint, but it is a reproach; pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 cc dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4475 He that is in the stocks, or in the pillory, is exposed to shame, every one poynts at him, and many revile him. He that is in the stocks, or in the pillory, is exposed to shame, every one points At him, and many revile him. pns31 cst vbz p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp n1, d crd n2 p-acp pno31, cc d vvb pno31. (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4478 and he lookt upon, as I may say, like a vagabond in the stocks, that God had brought him thither, and he looked upon, as I may say, like a vagabond in the stocks, that God had brought him thither, cc pns31 vvd p-acp, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cst np1 vhd vvn pno31 av, (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4480 Though afflictions diminish no mans honour or esteeme with God, or with his people (an afflicted Saint is as precious and honorable in their eyes, Though afflictions diminish no men honour or esteem with God, or with his people (an afflicted Saint is as precious and honourable in their eyes, cs n2 vvb dx ng1 n1 cc vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n1 (dt j-vvn n1 vbz a-acp j cc j p-acp po32 n2, (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4481 as when in the greatest prosperity; as when in the greatest Prosperity; c-acp c-crq p-acp dt js n1; (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4482 The clouds of trouble cannot ecclipse the glory of Grace, nor render the gracious contemptible to those who know them such) yet, The Clouds of trouble cannot eclipse the glory of Grace, nor render the gracious contemptible to those who know them such) yet, dt n2 pp-f n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx vvi dt j j p-acp d r-crq vvb pno32 d) av, (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4483 as to the eye and opinion of worldly men they doe. as to the eye and opinion of worldly men they do. c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 pns32 vdb. (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4484 Job sayd his afflictions were a witness against him, as if all were not right with him, Job said his afflictions were a witness against him, as if all were not right with him, np1 vvd po31 n2 vbdr dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp cs d vbdr xx j-jn p-acp pno31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4485 yea, as if he had been very unrighteous. yea, as if he had been very unrighteous. uh, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn av j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4486 The stocks are a witness against a man, that surely he hath done some ill thing. The stocks Are a witness against a man, that surely he hath done Some ill thing. dt n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst av-j pns31 vhz vdn d j-jn n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4487 Thus you see there is paine in affliction, restraint in affliction, disgrace in affliction, especially in the opinion of the world, Thus you see there is pain in affliction, restraint in affliction, disgrace in affliction, especially in the opinion of the world, av pn22 vvb pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4488 and therefore to be in affliction is to be as in the stocks. He putteth my feet in the stocks. He marketh all my paths. and Therefore to be in affliction is to be as in the stocks. He putteth my feet in the stocks. He marks all my paths. cc av pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 vbz pc-acp vbi a-acp p-acp dt n2. pns31 vvz po11 n2 p-acp dt n2. pns31 vvz d po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 740 Page 225
4489 Which some expound, as if when the Lord had let him out of the stocks, yet he was but like a prisoner with his keeper at his heels; He marketh all my paths. Which Some expound, as if when the Lord had let him out of the stocks, yet he was but like a prisoner with his keeper At his heels; He marks all my paths. r-crq d vvb, c-acp cs c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n2, av pns31 vbds p-acp av-j dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2; pns31 vvz d po11 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 741 Page 226
4490 I have spoken to this also before; I shall now only Note. There is no stepping out of the eye or sight of God. I have spoken to this also before; I shall now only Note. There is no stepping out of the eye or sighed of God. pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d av a-acp; pns11 vmb av av-j n1. pc-acp vbz dx vvg av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 741 Page 226
4491 He markes all our paths, not only our open paths, but our secret paths; not only what paths our feet walke in, but paths our hearts walke in. He marks all our paths, not only our open paths, but our secret paths; not only what paths our feet walk in, but paths our hearts walk in. pns31 n2 d po12 n2, xx av-j po12 j n2, cc-acp po12 j-jn n2; xx av-j r-crq n2 po12 n2 vvi p-acp, cc-acp n2 po12 n2 vvi p-acp. (12) chapter (DIV2) 742 Page 226
4492 He marketh what our thoughts are, what our scope is, what our aymes and ends are. He marks what our thoughts Are, what our scope is, what our aims and ends Are. pns31 vvz r-crq po12 n2 vbr, r-crq po12 n1 vbz, r-crq po12 n2 cc n2 vbr. (12) chapter (DIV2) 742 Page 226
4493 He marketh not only our day-paths, but our night-paths; He watcheth all our paths. Take this Caution from it; He marks not only our day-paths, but our night-paths; He watches all our paths. Take this Caution from it; pns31 vvz xx av-j po12 n2, cc-acp po12 n2; pns31 vvz d po12 n2. vvb d n1 p-acp pn31; (12) chapter (DIV2) 742 Page 226
4494 As the Lord marks all our paths, so it will be our wisdome to mark our owne paths. As the Lord marks all our paths, so it will be our Wisdom to mark our own paths. c-acp dt n1 vvz d po12 n2, av pn31 vmb vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 d n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 742 Page 226
4495 If the Lords eye be so strict over all our wayes, shall we be carelesse of our wayes? If he look upon our walkings, shall not we look to our walkings? There are many arguments (from love, from returns of thankfulness for received benefits) which should provoke the people of God to heed and marke their own wayes; If the lords eye be so strict over all our ways, shall we be careless of our ways? If he look upon our walkings, shall not we look to our walkings? There Are many Arguments (from love, from returns of thankfulness for received benefits) which should provoke the people of God to heed and mark their own ways; cs dt n2 vvb vbb av j p-acp d po12 n2, vmb pns12 vbi j pp-f po12 n2? cs pns31 vvb p-acp po12 n2-vvg, vmb xx pns12 vvi p-acp po12 n2-vvg? pc-acp vbr d n2 (p-acp n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j-vvn n2) r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc vvi po32 d n2; (12) chapter (DIV2) 743 Page 226
4496 but surely this ought to be a very cogent argument, because God marks them, He marketh all our paths. but surely this ought to be a very cogent argument, Because God marks them, He marks all our paths. cc-acp av-j d pi pc-acp vbi dt av j n1, c-acp np1 vvz pno32, pns31 vvz d po12 n2. (12) chapter (DIV2) 743 Page 226
4497 Therefore as the Apostle gives counsel and admonition ( Eph: 5.15.) See that ye walke circumspectly, not as fooles but as wise. Therefore as the Apostle gives counsel and admonition (Ephesians: 5.15.) See that you walk circumspectly, not as Fools but as wise. av p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 cc n1 (np1: crd.) vvb cst pn22 vvb av-j, xx p-acp n2 p-acp a-acp j. (12) chapter (DIV2) 743 Page 226
4498 What our wisdome is, yea whether we have any wisdome, whether we are wise or fooles will be seene by our walkings. What our Wisdom is, yea whither we have any Wisdom, whither we Are wise or Fools will be seen by our walkings. q-crq po12 n1 vbz, uh cs pns12 vhb d n1, cs pns12 vbr j cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2-vvg. (12) chapter (DIV2) 743 Page 226
4499 Some can talke and discourse very wisely, who yet walke very foolishly, and whose whole course is folly. some can talk and discourse very wisely, who yet walk very foolishly, and whose Whole course is folly. d vmb vvi cc n1 av av-j, r-crq av vvb av av-j, cc rg-crq j-jn n1 vbz n1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 743 Page 226
4500 So much for the opening of this charge brought by Elihu against Job, his over-justifying of himselfe, So much for the opening of this charge brought by Elihu against Job, his over-justifying of himself, av av-d c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, po31 j pp-f px31, (12) chapter (DIV2) 744 Page 226
4501 and his reflecting upon the goodnesse and love of God. and his reflecting upon the Goodness and love of God. cc po31 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 744 Page 226
4502 Elihu proceeds yet further to deale with and refute him, as also to answer for God. Elihu proceeds yet further to deal with and refute him, as also to answer for God. np1 vvz av av-jc pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi pno31, c-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (12) chapter (DIV2) 744 Page 226
4503 Behold, in this thou art not just, &c. This I charge thee with and will prove it, thou hast spoken sinfully and unbecommingly of God and of thy selfe in all this. Behold, in this thou art not just, etc. This I charge thee with and will prove it, thou hast spoken sinfully and unbecomingly of God and of thy self in all this. vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j, av d pns11 vvb pno21 p-acp cc vmb vvi pn31, pns21 vh2 vvn av-j cc av-vvg pp-f n1 cc pp-f po21 n1 p-acp d d. (12) chapter (DIV2) 744 Page 226
4504 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 12, 13. Behold, in this thou art not just: I will answer thee, That God is greater then man. JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 12, 13. Behold, in this thou art not just: I will answer thee, That God is greater then man. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j: pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cst np1 vbz jc cs n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 744 Page 227
4505 Why dost thou strive against him? for he giveth not account of any of his matters. Why dost thou strive against him? for he gives not account of any of his matters. q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? c-acp pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 746 Page 227
4506 IN these two verses Elihu gives the first part of his answer, wherein we may take notice of these five things; IN these two Verses Elihu gives the First part of his answer, wherein we may take notice of these five things; p-acp d crd n2 np1 vvz dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f d crd n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 747 Page 227
4507 First, He tells Job that he had erred and was mistaken, Behold, in this thou art not just. First, He tells Job that he had erred and was mistaken, Behold, in this thou art not just. ord, pns31 vvz n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn cc vbds vvn, vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 747 Page 227
4508 Secondly, He sheweth him wherein he had been mistaken, or what his error was; In this thou art not just, or, Behold this, thou are not just in it. Secondly, He shows him wherein he had been mistaken, or what his error was; In this thou art not just, or, Behold this, thou Are not just in it. ord, pns31 vvz pno31 c-crq pns31 vhd vbn vvn, cc q-crq po31 n1 vbds; p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j, cc, vvb d, pns21 vbr xx j p-acp pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 747 Page 227
4509 Thirdly, Elihu lays downe the generall ground, upon which he intended to convince Job of his error and mistake, The greatnesse of God, I will answer thee that God is greater then man. Thirdly, Elihu lays down the general ground, upon which he intended to convince Job of his error and mistake, The greatness of God, I will answer thee that God is greater then man. ord, np1 vvz a-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 cst np1 vbz jc cs n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 747 Page 227
4510 Fourthly, from that ground he drawes out a check or reproofe, in the beginning of the 13th verse, Why dost thou strive against him? Fifthly and lastly, He gives a reason of that reproofe, which ariseth also out of the former ground, the unquestionable Soveraignty of God; Fourthly, from that ground he draws out a check or reproof, in the beginning of the 13th verse, Why dost thou strive against him? Fifthly and lastly, He gives a reason of that reproof, which arises also out of the former ground, the unquestionable Sovereignty of God; ord, p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz av dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1, uh-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? ord cc ord, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vvz av av pp-f dt j n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 747 Page 227
4511 For he giveth not account of any of his matters. Vers. 12. Behold, in this, thou art not just. For he gives not account of any of his matters. Vers. 12. Behold, in this, thou art not just. c-acp pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. np1 crd vvb, p-acp d, pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 747 Page 227
4512 Behold, he calls for serious attention, and diligent consideration; Behold This; so the Hebrew rendred strictly; Behold, he calls for serious attention, and diligent consideration; Behold This; so the Hebrew rendered strictly; vvb, pns31 vvz p-acp j n1, cc j n1; vvb d; av dt njp vvd av-j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 748 Page 227
4513 we render, Behold, in this thou art not just; we render, Behold, in this thou art not just; pns12 vvb, vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 748 Page 227
4514 What is this? what's the antecedent to this? we may assigne the antecedent in three things, What is this? what's the antecedent to this? we may assign the antecedent in three things, r-crq vbz d? q-crq|vbz dt n1 p-acp d? pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp crd n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 748 Page 227
4515 or make it three-fold, according to what Elihu hath layd downe before in way of charge against Job in the former Context; or make it threefold, according to what Elihu hath laid down before in Way of charge against Job in the former Context; cc vvi pn31 j, vvg p-acp q-crq np1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 748 Page 227
4516 First, This, that thou hast boasted thy selfe so much of thy innocency and integrity. Vers. 8th. Thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have heard the voyce of thy words, saying, I am cleane without transgression, &c. Behold, in this thou art not just. First, This, that thou hast boasted thy self so much of thy innocency and integrity. Vers. 8th. Thou hast spoken in my hearing, and I have herd the voice of thy words, saying, I am clean without Transgression, etc. Behold, in this thou art not just. ord, d, cst pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 av d pp-f po21 n1 cc n1. np1 ord. pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po11 n-vvg, cc pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvg, pns11 vbm j p-acp n1, av vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 748 Page 227
4517 Secondly, In this, That is, in that thou hast complained so much of the severity of Gods dealings and proceedings with thee, (10. & 11.) Behold, he findeth occasion against me, Secondly, In this, That is, in that thou hast complained so much of the severity of God's dealings and proceedings with thee, (10. & 11.) Behold, he finds occasion against me, ord, p-acp d, cst vbz, p-acp cst pns21 vh2 vvn av d pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 n2-vvg cc n2-vvg p-acp pno21, (crd cc crd) vvb, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno11, (13) chapter (DIV2) 749 Page 228
4520 There is a third antecedent, which we may take up from severall passages in the former part of the Booke; There is a third antecedent, which we may take up from several passages in the former part of the Book; pc-acp vbz dt ord n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4521 and that is, because thou hast so often and so importunately desired to plead with God, and that is, Because thou hast so often and so importunately desired to plead with God, cc d vbz, c-acp pns21 vh2 av av cc av av-j vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4522 and hast made so many suites for a hearing with him, as if thou hadst somewhat to say, which might acquit thy selfe and shew reason, and hast made so many suits for a hearing with him, as if thou Hadst somewhat to say, which might acquit thy self and show reason, cc vh2 vvn av d n2 p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp pno31, c-acp cs pns21 vhd2 av pc-acp vvi, r-crq vmd vvi po21 n1 cc vvi n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4523 why God should not deale thus with thee; why God should not deal thus with thee; c-crq np1 vmd xx vvi av p-acp pno21; (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4524 For though Job did not desire to plead with God as having any intent to accuse him of doing him wrong, For though Job did not desire to plead with God as having any intent to accuse him of doing him wrong, c-acp cs n1 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-acp vhg d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f vdg pno31 n-jn, (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4525 yet he was therefore to be blamed, because he desired to plead with him; seeing it becomes man to submit to the judgement of God without murmuring or complaining. yet he was Therefore to be blamed, Because he desired to plead with him; seeing it becomes man to submit to the judgement of God without murmuring or complaining. av pns31 vbds av pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; vvg pn31 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg cc vvg. (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4526 So then Elihu had cause to charge him with this; So then Elihu had cause to charge him with this; av av np1 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d; (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4527 God indeed passed it by, as knowing it did not proceed (as in the wicked) from malice, God indeed passed it by, as knowing it did not proceed (as in the wicked) from malice, np1 av vvd pn31 p-acp, c-acp vvg pn31 vdd xx vvi (c-acp p-acp dt j) p-acp n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4528 but from weakness and ignorance, as Job also himselfe humbly confessed at last. but from weakness and ignorance, as Job also himself humbly confessed At last. cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp n1 av px31 av-j vvn p-acp ord. (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4529 Behold (thou hast too often called for Justice) in this thou art not just. Behold (thou hast too often called for justice) in this thou art not just. vvb (pns21 vh2 av av vvn p-acp n1) p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 750 Page 228
4530 Mr Broughton renders, Loe here thou art not in the right. Mr Broughton renders, Lo Here thou art not in the right. n1 np1 vvz, uh av pns21 vb2r xx p-acp dt n-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4531 These words, in this, or here, may also have a negative reference to what Job had been charged with before by his friends. As if Elihu had sayd; These words, in this, or Here, may also have a negative Referente to what Job had been charged with before by his Friends. As if Elihu had said; d n2, p-acp d, cc av, vmb av vhi dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp a-acp p-acp po31 n2. p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4532 I doe not charge thee with such crimes as thy friends have loaded thee with heretofore, I doe not burden thee with grosse impiety, I do not charge thee with such crimes as thy Friends have loaded thee with heretofore, I do not burden thee with gross impiety, pns11 vdb xx vvi pno21 p-acp d n2 c-acp po21 n2 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp av, pns11 vdb xx vvi pno21 p-acp j n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4533 nor with hypocrisie, I doe not tell thee thou hast oppressed the poore, or wronged the widdow and the fatherlesse, I have nothing of this sort to say against thee. nor with hypocrisy, I do not tell thee thou hast oppressed the poor, or wronged the widow and the fatherless, I have nothing of this sort to say against thee. ccx p-acp n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi pno21 pns21 vh2 vvn dt j, cc vvd dt n1 cc dt j, pns11 vhb pix pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21. (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4534 But in this or here, I have somewhat to say, wherein my judgement also is that thou art not just, nor in the right; But in this or Here, I have somewhat to say, wherein my judgement also is that thou art not just, nor in the right; p-acp p-acp d cc av, pns11 vhb av pc-acp vvi, c-crq po11 n1 av vbz d pns21 vb2r xx j, ccx p-acp dt n-jn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4535 for however thou art otherwise, or in other things upright and righteous, however just thou hast been in thy transactions with men, for however thou art otherwise, or in other things upright and righteous, however just thou hast been in thy transactions with men, c-acp c-acp pns21 vb2r av, cc p-acp j-jn n2 av-j cc j, c-acp av pns21 vh2 vbn p-acp po21 n2 p-acp n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4536 and pure in thy worship toward God, yet in this I am sure, and I dare say it openly and avowedly, thou art no wayes justifiable, much lesse just in that thou hast cryed up thy owne innocency, and pure in thy worship towards God, yet in this I am sure, and I Dare say it openly and avowedly, thou art no ways justifiable, much less just in that thou hast cried up thy own innocency, cc j p-acp po21 n1 p-acp np1, av p-acp d pns11 vbm j, cc pns11 vvb vvb pn31 av-j cc av-j, pns21 vb2r dx n2 j, av-d av-dc j p-acp cst pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp po21 d n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4537 and spoken so much of the hard dealings of God with thee; and spoken so much of the hard dealings of God with thee; cc vvn av d pp-f dt j n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno21; (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4538 yea, hast been so bold as to desire a day of hearing even before God himselfe. yea, hast been so bold as to desire a day of hearing even before God himself. uh, vh2 vbn av j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg av p-acp np1 px31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4539 Let this be the Question or matter under debate; Let this be the Question or matter under debate; vvb d vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4540 Whether or no, Job speaking thus highly of himselfe, and thus boldly of God, hath done right or no? Elihu undertakes the negative, he engageth to prove that Job had not done well, Whither or no, Job speaking thus highly of himself, and thus boldly of God, hath done right or no? Elihu undertakes the negative, he engageth to prove that Job had not done well, cs cc uh-dx, np1 vvg av av-j pp-f px31, cc av av-j pp-f np1, vhz vdn j-jn cc av-dx? np1 vvz dt j-jn, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n1 vhd xx vdn av, (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 228
4542 or (how hardly soever God dealt with him) in making so many complaints of his severity, Elihu undertakes to prove this negative; or (how hardly soever God dealt with him) in making so many complaints of his severity, Elihu undertakes to prove this negative; cc (c-crq av av np1 vvd p-acp pno31) p-acp vvg av d n2 pp-f po31 n1, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d j-jn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 229
4543 and Job never durst undertake the affirmative, that he had done right or well in speaking or doing so; and Job never durst undertake the affirmative, that he had done right or well in speaking or doing so; cc n1 av-x vvd vvi dt j, cst pns31 vhd vdn j-jn cc av p-acp vvg cc vdg av; (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 229
4544 and therefore in the close of the business he sits downe convinced, that he had been too bold with God, and Therefore in the close of the business he sits down convinced, that he had been too bold with God, cc av p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz a-acp vvd, cst pns31 vhd vbn av j p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 229
4545 and too forward in justifying himselfe. and too forward in justifying himself. cc av av-j p-acp vvg px31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 751 Page 229
4546 His argument (which runs through this whole discourse) to make good his negative assertion, may be formed up thus; His argument (which runs through this Whole discourse) to make good his negative assertion, may be formed up thus; po31 n1 (r-crq vvz p-acp d j-jn n1) pc-acp vvi j po31 j-jn n1, vmb vbi vvn a-acp av; (13) chapter (DIV2) 752 Page 229
4547 He that speakes much of his owne righteousnesse, and seemes to reflect upon the righteousnesse of God, at least that God hath been over-rigorous with him, is not just, nor justifiable in this. He that speaks much of his own righteousness, and seems to reflect upon the righteousness of God, At least that God hath been overrigorous with him, is not just, nor justifiable in this. pns31 cst vvz d pp-f po31 d n1, cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ds cst np1 vhz vbn j p-acp pno31, vbz xx j, ccx j p-acp d. (13) chapter (DIV2) 752 Page 229
4548 But thou O Job hast spoken thus of thy selfe, and thus of God in the extremity of thy paine, But thou Oh Job hast spoken thus of thy self, and thus of God in the extremity of thy pain, cc-acp pns21 uh n1 vh2 vvn av pp-f po21 n1, cc av pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 753 Page 229
4549 and in the anguish of thy spirit. Therefore in this thou art not just, nor justifiable. and in the anguish of thy Spirit. Therefore in this thou art not just, nor justifiable. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. av p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j, ccx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 753 Page 229
4550 No man of understanding can take thy part, or be an Advocate for thee in this matter; No man of understanding can take thy part, or be an Advocate for thee in this matter; dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi po21 n1, cc vbb dt n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp d n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 754 Page 229
4551 As for me, I must needs be and am resolved to be an Advocate for God against thee. As for me, I must needs be and am resolved to be an Advocate for God against thee. c-acp p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb av vbb cc vbm vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno21. (13) chapter (DIV2) 754 Page 229
4552 The Major or first proposition is not exprest in the text, the conclusion is given in the beginning of the 12th verse, The Major or First proposition is not expressed in the text, the conclusion is given in the beginning of the 12th verse, dt j cc ord n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 754 Page 229
4553 and the assumption or 2d proposition, is collected from Job's owne mouth in severall places of this Booke. and the Assump or 2d proposition, is collected from Job's own Mouth in several places of this Book. cc dt n1 cc crd n1, vbz vvn p-acp npg1 d n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 754 Page 229
4554 Againe, besides the generall scope of the words, and the tendency of Elihu in this dispute, we may consider the manner of his speech, Again, beside the general scope of the words, and the tendency of Elihu in this dispute, we may Consider the manner of his speech, av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4555 how he deales with Job; Behold, in this thou art not just. how he deals with Job; Behold, in this thou art not just. c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1; vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4556 In this manner of treating with Job, the sweetnesse of his spirit, and likewise the boldnesse of it are observable. In this manner of treating with Job, the sweetness of his Spirit, and likewise the boldness of it Are observable. p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbr j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4557 These two vertues or excellencies of an Advocate, shew themselves plainly in this one passage; Behold, in this thou art not just. These two Virtues or excellencies of an Advocate, show themselves plainly in this one passage; Behold, in this thou art not just. np1 crd n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb px32 av-j p-acp d crd n1; vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4558 For consider, First, He expresseth his reproofe negatively, he doth not say, Behold, in this thou art wicked, For Consider, First, He Expresses his reproof negatively, he does not say, Behold, in this thou art wicked, p-acp vvi, ord, pns31 vvz po31 n1 av-j, pns31 vdz xx vvi, vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4559 or thou hast impiously blasphem'd the name of God, but he speakes at as low a rate, or thou hast impiously blasphemed the name of God, but he speaks At as low a rate, cc pns21 vh2 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp c-acp j dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4560 as may be, Behold, in this thou art not just, or justifiable, thou hast not done right, or thou art not right; as may be, Behold, in this thou art not just, or justifiable, thou hast not done right, or thou art not right; c-acp vmb vbi, vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j, cc j, pns21 vh2 xx vdn av-jn, cc pns21 vb2r xx j-jn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4561 there is a great good temper of spirit, and a mixture of much meeknesse in such negative expressions: there is a great good temper of Spirit, and a mixture of much meekness in such negative expressions: pc-acp vbz dt j j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d j-jn n2: (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4562 it being much lesse to say to a man, in this thou art not just nor justifiable; it being much less to say to a man, in this thou art not just nor justifiable; pn31 vbg av-d dc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j ccx j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4563 then to say positively or directly, in this thou art unjust, and deservest to be condemned. then to say positively or directly, in this thou art unjust, and deservest to be condemned. av pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j, p-acp d pns21 vb2r j, cc vv2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 755 Page 229
4568 We ought to temper our reproofes with much gentlenesse and meeknesse. We should not speake cutting words, if other words will serve the turne. We ought to temper our reproofs with much gentleness and meekness. We should not speak cutting words, if other words will serve the turn. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1. pns12 vmd xx vvi vvg n2, cs j-jn n2 vmb vvi dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 756 Page 230
4569 Thus the Apostle directs us ( Gal: 6.1.) Brethren, if a man be overtaken with a fault, ye which are spirituall, restore such a one with the spirit of meeknesse, considering thy selfe, lest thou also be tempted; Thus the Apostle directs us (Gall: 6.1.) Brothers, if a man be overtaken with a fault, you which Are spiritual, restore such a one with the Spirit of meekness, considering thy self, lest thou also be tempted; av dt n1 vvz pno12 (n1: crd.) n2, cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pn22 r-crq vbr j, vvb d dt pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg po21 n1, cs pns21 av vbi vvn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 757 Page 230
4570 deale as gently with a fallen brother, as thou wouldest with a man whose bones are dislocated or broken (so much the metaphor there used imports) There is a time indeed when we must rebuke (as the Apostle gives direction ( Tit: 1.13.) sharply, or cuttingly; deal as gently with a fallen brother, as thou Wouldst with a man whose bones Are dislocated or broken (so much the metaphor there used imports) There is a time indeed when we must rebuke (as the Apostle gives direction (Tit: 1.13.) sharply, or cuttingly; vvb a-acp av-j p-acp dt vvn n1, c-acp pns21 vmd2 p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n2 vbr vvn cc j-vvn (av d dt n1 a-acp vvn vvz) pc-acp vbz dt n1 av c-crq pns12 vmb vvi (c-acp dt n1 vvz n1 (n1: crd.) av-j, cc av-j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 757 Page 230
4571 we must goe to the quicke, that they may be found in the faith: we must go to the quick, that they may be found in the faith: pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: (13) chapter (DIV2) 757 Page 230
4572 but there is a great regard to be had to the state and spirits of those with whom we have to deale. but there is a great regard to be had to the state and spirits of those with whom we have to deal. cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 757 Page 230
4573 As it is our duty to receive the word with meeknesse ( James 1.21. As it is our duty to receive the word with meekness (James 1.21. p-acp pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 (np1 crd. (13) chapter (DIV2) 757 Page 230
4574 some receive the word proudly, riggidly, in the worst sence they can, yea they receive it rebellingly, Some receive the word proudly, riggidly, in the worst sense they can, yea they receive it rebellingly, d vvb dt n1 av-j, av-j, p-acp dt js n1 pns32 vmb, uh pns32 vvb pn31 av-vvg, (13) chapter (DIV2) 757 Page 230
4575 now as we ought to receive the word with meeknesse) so 'tis good to speake the word with meeknesse, with as much meeknesse and tendernesse as the case will beare. now as we ought to receive the word with meekness) so it's good to speak the word with meekness, with as much meekness and tenderness as the case will bear. av c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1) av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp c-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 757 Page 230
4576 Secondly, consider this manner of speaking, Behold, in this thou art not just, Elihu tells him plainly of his faults, he reported them before, Secondly, Consider this manner of speaking, Behold, in this thou art not just, Elihu tells him plainly of his Faults, he reported them before, ord, vvb d n1 pp-f vvg, vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j, np1 vvz pno31 av-j pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp, (13) chapter (DIV2) 758 Page 230
4577 and here he applyed them home to his person; Behold, in this, thou rememberest thy owne words; and Here he applied them home to his person; Behold, in this, thou rememberest thy own words; cc av pns31 vvd pno32 av-an p-acp po31 n1; vvb, p-acp d, pns21 vv2 po21 d n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 758 Page 230
4578 Thou canst not but take notice what thou hast spoken; now I tell thee, in this thing thou art not just; Thou Canst not but take notice what thou hast spoken; now I tell thee, in this thing thou art not just; pns21 vm2 xx cc-acp vvi n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn; av pns11 vvb pno21, p-acp d n1 pns21 vb2r xx j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 758 Page 230
4579 Elihu doth not speak doubtingly nor fearefully, nor doth he tell Job what the thoughts of others were upon the matter, Elihu does not speak doubtingly nor fearfully, nor does he tell Job what the thoughts of Others were upon the matter, np1 vdz xx vvi av-j ccx av-j, ccx vdz pns31 vvi n1 r-crq dt n2 pp-f n2-jn vbr p-acp dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 758 Page 230
4580 but he tells him directly, categorically, plainly from himselfe, in this thou art not just. Hence note. but he tells him directly, categorically, plainly from himself, in this thou art not just. Hence note. cc-acp pns31 vvz pno31 av-j, av-j, av-j p-acp px31, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. av vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 758 Page 230
4581 We are to hold out our convictions and reproofes with plainnesse, and to lay our finger upon the very sore; We Are to hold out our convictions and reproofs with plainness, and to lay our finger upon the very soar; pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 759 Page 230
4582 Behold, in this (or that) thou art not just. Behold, in this (or that) thou art not just. vvb, p-acp d (cc d) pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 759 Page 230
4626 thus whole bookes that hold unsound or heterodox opinions, are to be answered; thus Whole books that hold unsound or heterodox opinions, Are to be answered; av j-jn n2 cst vvb j cc n1 n2, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4583 We are to speake meekly, but not at randome, not uncertainly, not flatteringly ( Pro: 29.25.) A man that flattereth his neighbour, spreadeth a net for his feete; We Are to speak meekly, but not At random, not uncertainly, not flatteringly (Pro: 29.25.) A man that Flattereth his neighbour, spreadeth a net for his feet; pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j, cc-acp xx p-acp av-an, xx av-j, xx av-vvg (fw-la: crd.) dt n1 cst vvz po31 n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4584 he doth but intangle and insnare him, in stead either of counselling or comforting him. When a man is out, it is best to tell him so; he does but entangle and ensnare him, in stead either of counseling or comforting him. When a man is out, it is best to tell him so; pns31 vdz p-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, p-acp n1 av-d pp-f vvg cc vvg pno31. c-crq dt n1 vbz av, pn31 vbz js pc-acp vvi pno31 av; (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4585 how else shall he get in againe? Flattering words are insnaring words; Behold, in this thou art not right. how Else shall he get in again? Flattering words Are ensnaring words; Behold, in this thou art not right. q-crq av vmb pns31 vvi p-acp av? vvg n2 vbr j-vvg n2; vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4586 One of the Ancients speaking to this poynt, tells us; One of the Ancients speaking to this point, tells us; crd pp-f dt n2-j vvg p-acp d n1, vvz pno12; (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4587 It is more sinfull to flatter those that doe evill, then to doe evill our selves. It is more sinful to flatter those that do evil, then to do evil our selves. pn31 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi d cst vdb j-jn, cs pc-acp vdi j-jn po12 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4588 And, surely it argueth a more corrupt mind, or a worser principle to dawbe sinners with the untempered morter of flattery, And, surely it argue a more corrupt mind, or a Worse principle to daub Sinners with the untempered mortar of flattery, cc, av-j pn31 vvz dt av-dc j n1, cc dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4589 then to be dawbed with the mire of any particular sin or iniquity. A flatterer is a dawber and pillow-sower; then to be daubed with the mire of any particular since or iniquity. A flatterer is a dauber and pillow-sower; cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1. dt n1 vbz dt n1 cc j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4590 A flatterer hath not a true sight of sin himselfe, and he doth what he can to keepe others from the sight of it. A flatterer hath not a true sighed of since himself, and he does what he can to keep Others from the sighed of it. dt n1 vhz xx dt j n1 pp-f n1 px31, cc pns31 vdz r-crq pns31 vmb pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4591 It is safer to make sinners smart then itch. It is safer to make Sinners smart then itch. pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi n2 vvi av n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4592 David invited a wound••g rather then such a skinning of his sore ( Psal: 141.5.) Let the righteous smite me, it shall be a kindness, (that is, I will not only take it kindly, David invited a wound••g rather then such a skinning of his soar (Psalm: 141.5.) Let the righteous smite me, it shall be a kindness, (that is, I will not only take it kindly, np1 vvd dt n1 av-c cs d dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 (np1: crd.) vvb dt j vvi pno11, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1, (cst vbz, pns11 vmb xx av-j vvi pn31 av-j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4593 but shall find it a kindness) and let him reprove me, and it shall be an excellent oyle, which shall breake my head; but shall find it a kindness) and let him reprove me, and it shall be an excellent oil, which shall break my head; cc-acp vmb vvi pn31 dt n1) cc vvb pno31 vvi pno11, cc pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi po11 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4594 that is, it shall be so farre from hurting that it shall be (through Grace) a healing to me. that is, it shall be so Far from hurting that it shall be (through Grace) a healing to me. cst vbz, pn31 vmb vbi av av-j p-acp vvg cst pn31 vmb vbi (p-acp n1) dt n-vvg p-acp pno11. (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4595 No man had ever any cause to repent, either the giving or receiving of a wise and seasonable reproofe. No man had ever any cause to Repent, either the giving or receiving of a wise and seasonable reproof. dx n1 vhd av d n1 pc-acp vvi, d dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j cc j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4596 Behold, in this thou art not just. Behold, in this thou art not just. vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 760 Page 231
4597 But what is it, not to be just? I answer, not to be just, is not to give every man his due; But what is it, not to be just? I answer, not to be just, is not to give every man his due; cc-acp q-crq vbz pn31, xx pc-acp vbi j? pns11 vvb, xx pc-acp vbi j, vbz xx pc-acp vvi d n1 po31 j-jn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 761 Page 231
4598 yet Elihu intends it chiefly, of what Job had spoken unduely to God; Behold, in this thou art not just. Hence note. yet Elihu intends it chiefly, of what Job had spoken unduely to God; Behold, in this thou art not just. Hence note. av np1 vvz pn31 av-jn, pp-f r-crq np1 vhd vvn av-j p-acp np1; vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. av vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 761 Page 231
4599 They who doe not give God hi• right are unjust, as well as they who doe not give men their right. They who do not give God hi• right Are unjust, as well as they who do not give men their right. pns32 r-crq vdb xx vvi np1 n1 j-jn vbr j, c-acp av c-acp pns32 r-crq vdb xx vvi n2 po32 n-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 762 Page 231
4600 Yea not to give God his right, is by so much the greater injustice, then not to give man his right, by how much God is greater then man; Yea not to give God his right, is by so much the greater injustice, then not to give man his right, by how much God is greater then man; uh xx p-acp vvi np1 po31 n-jn, vbz p-acp av av-d dt jc n1, cs xx pc-acp vvi n1 po31 n-jn, p-acp c-crq d np1 vbz jc cs n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 231
4601 looke how much God is higher and greater then man, by so much is their sin higher and greater, who give not God his right, look how much God is higher and greater then man, by so much is their since higher and greater, who give not God his right, vvb c-crq d np1 vbz jc cc jc cs n1, p-acp av d vbz po32 n1 jc cc jc, q-crq vvb xx np1 po31 n-jn, (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 231
4602 then theirs, who give not man his right. then theirs, who give not man his right. cs png32, r-crq vvb xx n1 po31 n-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 231
4603 Many thinke they are very just, very honest men, because they give every man his due, they wrong, they defraud no man, not any neighbour, not any b•other with whom they deale: Many think they Are very just, very honest men, Because they give every man his endue, they wrong, they defraud no man, not any neighbour, not any b•other with whom they deal: av-d vvb pns32 vbr av j, av j n2, c-acp pns32 vvb d n1 po31 n-jn, pns32 vvb, pns32 n1 dx n1, xx d n1, xx d n1 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb: (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 231
4605 'Tis very good, & more then most men can truly say of themselves, when a man is able to say he is just to his neighbour, no man can challenge him of injustice. It's very good, & more then most men can truly say of themselves, when a man is able to say he is just to his neighbour, no man can challenge him of injustice. pn31|vbz av j, cc av-dc cs av-ds n2 vmb av-j vvi pp-f px32, c-crq dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 n1, dx n1 vmb vvi pno31 pp-f n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4606 But many say this, who take no notice, how unjust they are to God; But many say this, who take no notice, how unjust they Are to God; p-acp d vvb d, r-crq vvb dx n1, c-crq j pns32 vbr p-acp np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4607 they are not at all sensible, how often they have denied God his right, nor how often they have done God wrong; they Are not At all sensible, how often they have denied God his right, nor how often they have done God wrong; pns32 vbr xx p-acp d j, c-crq av pns32 vhb vvn np1 po31 n-jn, ccx c-crq av pns32 vhb vdn np1 n-jn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4608 they take no notice of this. They have second-table Justice, but they have not first-table Justice; they take no notice of this. They have second table justice, but they have not first-table justice; pns32 vvb dx n1 pp-f d. pns32 vhb n1 n1, cc-acp pns32 vhb xx n1 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4609 this is it that Elihu chargeth Job with. this is it that Elihu charges Job with. d vbz pn31 cst np1 vvz n1 p-acp. (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4610 His friends charged him with second-table injustice, that he was an oppressor, &c. but Elihu charged him with first-table injustice, that he had done wrong to God. His Friends charged him with second table injustice, that he was an oppressor, etc. but Elihu charged him with first-table injustice, that he had done wrong to God. po31 n2 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 n1, cst pns31 vbds dt n1, av p-acp np1 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 n1, cst pns31 vhd vdn j-jn p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4611 Therefore, remember, not to give God his due feare, his due love, his due trust and submission (these are his rights by the first Commandement) is to be unjust; Therefore, Remember, not to give God his due Fear, his due love, his due trust and submission (these Are his rights by the First Commandment) is to be unjust; av, vvb, xx pc-acp vvi np1 po31 j-jn n1, po31 j-jn n1, po31 j-jn n1 cc n1 (d vbr po31 n2-jn p-acp dt ord n1) vbz pc-acp vbi j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4612 not to give God due worship accordin• •o his will, is to be unjust, because in so doing you deny him his ••ght in the second Commandement; not to give God due worship accordin• •o his will, is to be unjust, Because in so doing you deny him his ••ght in the second Commandment; xx pc-acp vvi np1 j-jn n1 n1 vdb po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vbi j, c-acp p-acp av vdg pn22 vvi pno31 po31 n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4613 not to speake or thinke reverently of the name, of the word, wayes, and ordinances of God, is to be unjust to God, not to speak or think reverently of the name, of the word, ways, and ordinances of God, is to be unjust to God, xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1, n2, cc n2 pp-f np1, vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4614 because you deny him his right in the third Commandement. Because you deny him his right in the third Commandment. c-acp pn22 vvb pno31 po31 n-jn p-acp dt ord n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4615 To breake the Sabboath, to steale Gods time, and convert it to your owne private use, to put it in your owne purses, To break the Sabbath, to steal God's time, and convert it to your own private use, to put it in your own purses, p-acp vvi dt j, pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp po22 d j n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po22 d n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4616 as many doe, this is sacriledge, this is to be unjust to God, because you give him not his right, as many do, this is sacrilege, this is to be unjust to God, Because you give him not his right, c-acp d vdb, d vbz n1, d vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, c-acp pn22 vvb pno31 xx po31 j-jn, (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4617 nor that which is due to him by the fourth Commandement; nor that which is due to him by the fourth Commandment; ccx cst r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt ord n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4618 so not to submit to the rod of God, not to be quiet under the chastizings of God, not to take all well at Gods hand whatsoever he doth with us, so not to submit to the rod of God, not to be quiet under the chastizings of God, not to take all well At God's hand whatsoever he does with us, av xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, xx pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, xx pc-acp vvi d av p-acp ng1 n1 r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp pno12, (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4619 or to us, is to be unjust to God, because we then deny him the right of his soveraignty, or to us, is to be unjust to God, Because we then deny him the right of his sovereignty, cc p-acp pno12, vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, c-acp pns12 av vvb pno31 dt n-jn pp-f po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4620 and of that just power which he hath over his creatures. Behold, in this thou art not just. and of that just power which he hath over his creatures. Behold, in this thou art not just. cc pp-f d j n1 r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp po31 n2. vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 763 Page 232
4621 Elihu proceeds to give an account, distinctly, wherein this injustice lay. Elihu proceeds to give an account, distinctly, wherein this injustice lay. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, av-j, c-crq d n1 vvd. (13) chapter (DIV2) 764 Page 232
4622 I will answer thee, or (as Mr Broughton) I will tell thee, God is greater then man. I will answer thee, or (as Mr Broughton) I will tell thee, God is greater then man. pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cc (c-acp n1 np1) pns11 vmb vvi pno21, np1 vbz jc cs n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 764 Page 232
4623 We render well, I will answer thee, &c. There is a four-fold way of answering; First, by information to a Question propounded. We render well, I will answer thee, etc. There is a fourfold Way of answering; First, by information to a Question propounded. pns12 vvb av, pns11 vmb vvi pno21, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f vvg; ord, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 232
4624 Every Question would have an answer. Secondly, by solution of an objection made; When any thing is objected against what is sayd or held; Every Question would have an answer. Secondly, by solution of an objection made; When any thing is objected against what is said or held; np1 n1 vmd vhi dt n1. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd; c-crq d n1 vbz vvn p-acp r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 232
4625 then to untie the knot, is to answer. Thirdly, there is an answering by confutation of a false opinion or tenet; then to untie the knot, is to answer. Thirdly, there is an answering by confutation of a false opinion or tenet; av pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi. ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 232
4627 Fourthly, there is an answer by way of reproofe, or reprehension of faults or mistakes, either in speech or practice. Fourthly, there is an answer by Way of reproof, or reprehension of Faults or mistakes, either in speech or practice. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n2 cc vvz, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4628 Elihu his answer was of this last sort. Elihu his answer was of this last sort. np1 po31 n1 vbds pp-f d ord n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4629 For he observing how Job had spoken, and what his carriage and demeanour had been, gives him a reprehensive answer, Behold, in this thou art not just, I will answer thee. For he observing how Job had spoken, and what his carriage and demeanour had been, gives him a reprehensive answer, Behold, in this thou art not just, I will answer thee. p-acp pns31 vvg c-crq np1 vhd vvn, cc q-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vhd vbn, vvz pno31 dt j n1, vvb, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j, pns11 vmb vvi pno21. (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4630 And what was his answer? even this, God is greater then man; or, I will answer thee, that God is more then man; And what was his answer? even this, God is greater then man; or, I will answer thee, that God is more then man; cc r-crq vbds po31 n1? av d, np1 vbz jc cs n1; cc, pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cst np1 vbz av-dc cs n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4631 The roote of the word signifies to encrease or grow Great; but God is great, not by growth or encrease, but in his essence and being. The root of the word signifies to increase or grow Great; but God is great, not by growth or increase, but in his essence and being. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi j; cc-acp np1 vbz j, xx p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc vbg. (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4632 He who is infinite in greatness, can have no addition to his greatness. God is the Great one, and he only is great. He who is infinite in greatness, can have no addition to his greatness. God is the Great one, and he only is great. pns31 r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp po31 n1. np1 vbz dt j pi, cc pns31 av-j vbz j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4633 All men and things put together, are not only little nothings, but lesse then nothing compared to the Great God. All men and things put together, Are not only little nothings, but less then nothing compared to the Great God. av-d n2 cc n2 vvd av, vbr xx av-j j pi2x, cc-acp av-dc cs pix vvn p-acp dt j np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4634 Further, the word by which God is here exprest, notes the great power of God, the strength of God; Further, the word by which God is Here expressed, notes the great power of God, the strength of God; av-jc, dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vbz av vvn, vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4635 in opposition to which the word by which man is here exprest, notes his weakness and pitifull frailty. in opposition to which the word by which man is Here expressed, notes his weakness and pitiful frailty. p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vbz av vvn, vvz po31 n1 cc j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4636 And therefore Mr Broughton translates strictly according to the propriety of the Originall; I must tell thee the puissant is greater then the sorrowfull man; And Therefore Mr Broughton translates strictly according to the propriety of the Original; I must tell thee the puissant is greater then the sorrowful man; cc av n1 np1 vvz av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt j vbz jc cs dt j n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4637 we say barely, God, he, the puissant, or the strong, the mighty God; we say barely, God, he, the puissant, or the strong, the mighty God; pns12 vvb av-j, np1, pns31, dt j, cc dt j, dt j np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4638 we say, God is greater then man, he, then sorrowfull man. There are three originall words, we say, God is greater then man, he, then sorrowful man. There Are three original words, pns12 vvb, np1 vbz jc cs n1, pns31, av j n1. pc-acp vbr crd j-jn n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4639 as I have sometime noted, which expresse man; Adam, importing the matter of which man was made, earth; Ish noteing his best perfection; as I have sometime noted, which express man; Adam, importing the matter of which man was made, earth; Is noting his best perfection; c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, r-crq j n1; np1, vvg dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vbds vvn, n1; vbz vvg po31 js n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4640 and Enosh, intimating that sad condition which was b•ought upon us by the fall; Surely the puissant is greater then sorrowfull man. and Enosh, intimating that sad condition which was b•ought upon us by the fallen; Surely the puissant is greater then sorrowful man. cc av-d, vvg cst j n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1; av-j dt j vbz jc cs j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 765 Page 233
4641 But is not God greater then (Ish) The wisest and most accomplisht, the most perfect and mightiest of men, But is not God greater then (Ish) The Wisest and most accomplished, the most perfect and Mightiest of men, cc-acp vbz xx np1 jc cs (np1) dt js cc av-ds vvn, dt av-ds j cc js pp-f n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 766 Page 233
4642 as well as he is greater then (Enosh) sorrowfull or miserable man? I answer, the word Enosh is not to be taken exclusively, as well as he is greater then (Enosh) sorrowful or miserable man? I answer, the word Enosh is not to be taken exclusively, c-acp av c-acp pns31 vbz jc cs (n1) j cc j n1? pns11 vvb, dt n1 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 766 Page 233
4643 as if when he saith, the puissant is greater then the sorrowfull man, he were not also greater then the greatest or strongest man; as if when he Says, the puissant is greater then the sorrowful man, he were not also greater then the greatest or Strongest man; c-acp cs c-crq pns31 vvz, dt j vbz jc cs dt j n1, pns31 vbdr xx av jc cs dt js cc js n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 766 Page 233
4644 but it notes, that all men, or man considered in his best estate, is but weaknesse and wretchedness, but it notes, that all men, or man considered in his best estate, is but weakness and wretchedness, cc-acp pn31 vvz, cst d n2, cc n1 vvn p-acp po31 js n1, vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 766 Page 233
4664 God is great also in his goodnes, so great that Christ himselfe as man would not be called good, but told him that called him so by way of rebuke, There is none good but one, that is God (Math: 19.17.) Holy David brake out into the admiration of that goodness which God hath layd up, God is great also in his Goodness, so great that christ himself as man would not be called good, but told him that called him so by Way of rebuke, There is none good but one, that is God (Math: 19.17.) Holy David brake out into the admiration of that Goodness which God hath laid up, np1 vbz j av p-acp po31 n1, av j cst np1 px31 p-acp n1 vmd xx vbi vvn j, p-acp vvd pno31 cst vvd pno31 av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz pix j cc-acp pi, cst vbz np1 (np1: crd.) j np1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn a-acp, (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
5830 Then he openeth the ears of men. The second is given in the latter part of the verse. And sealeth their Instruction. Then he Openeth the ears of men. The second is given in the latter part of the verse. And Sealeth their Instruction. cs pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2. dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1. np1 vvz po32 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 294
5831 The word signifies not only to seale, but to perfect or conclude. He sealeth Instruction. There is a threefold use of seales and sealing; The word signifies not only to seal, but to perfect or conclude. He Sealeth Instruction. There is a threefold use of Seals and sealing; dt n1 vvz xx av-j pc-acp vvi, p-acp p-acp j cc vvi. pns31 vvz n1. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc vvg; (15) chapter (DIV2) 949 Page 294
4645 when put in the ballance with the great God, or the puissant, Lord what is man (saith David, one of the best and greatest of men, a King, Psal: 144.3.) that thou takest knowledge of him? or the son of man that thou makest account of him? Now if it be even too much that God should make any account of man, then what is any man in account to God? O what man or Angel is able to cast up the account, when put in the balance with the great God, or the puissant, Lord what is man (Says David, one of the best and greatest of men, a King, Psalm: 144.3.) that thou Takest knowledge of him? or the son of man that thou Makest account of him? Now if it be even too much that God should make any account of man, then what is any man in account to God? O what man or Angel is able to cast up the account, c-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j np1, cc dt j, n1 r-crq vbz n1 (vvz np1, crd pp-f dt js cc js pp-f n2, dt n1, np1: crd.) cst pns21 vv2 n1 pp-f pno31? cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns21 vv2 n1 pp-f pno31? av cs pn31 vbb av av av-d cst np1 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f n1, av q-crq vbz d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1? sy q-crq n1 cc n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 766 Page 234
4646 how much the great God is greater or more then man. how much the great God is greater or more then man. c-crq d dt j np1 vbz jc cc av-dc cs n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 766 Page 234
4647 The words are plaine, only there is somewhat yet to be added or touched upon, to cleare up further the scope of Elihu in speaking thus to Job, which I shall endeavour to cleare and make out, The words Are plain, only there is somewhat yet to be added or touched upon, to clear up further the scope of Elihu in speaking thus to Job, which I shall endeavour to clear and make out, dt n2 vbr j, av-j a-acp vbz av av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp, pc-acp vvi a-acp av-jc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg av p-acp np1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi av, (13) chapter (DIV2) 766 Page 234
4648 when I have given a note or two from the words, as they are a plaine proposition; God is greater then man. Hence Observe. First; God is Great. when I have given a note or two from the words, as they Are a plain proposition; God is greater then man. Hence Observe. First; God is Great. c-crq pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 cc crd p-acp dt n2, c-acp pns32 vbr dt j n1; np1 vbz jc cs n1. av vvb. ord; np1 vbz j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 766 Page 234
4649 He that is greater then the Greatest, is certainly great; he that is higher then the highest, is high. He that is greater then the Greatest, is Certainly great; he that is higher then the highest, is high. pns31 cst vbz jc cs dt js, vbz av-j j; pns31 cst vbz jc cs dt js, vbz j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4650 This greatness of God is every where celebrated in Scripture. This greatness of God is every where celebrated in Scripture. d n1 pp-f np1 vbz d c-crq vvn p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4651 The Prophet ( Isa: 12.6.) calls the inhabitant of Zion to cry out and shout; The Prophet (Isaiah: 12.6.) calls the inhabitant of Zion to cry out and shout; dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av cc n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4652 why? For great is the holy One of Israel in the midst of thee; why? For great is the holy One of Israel in the midst of thee; c-crq? p-acp j vbz dt j pi pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21; (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4653 that is, the holy one of Israel who is in the midst of thee, is both Great in himselfe, that is, the holy one of Israel who is in the midst of thee, is both Great in himself, cst vbz, dt j pi pp-f np1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21, vbz d j p-acp px31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4654 and declares his greatness in thee. ( Mal: 1.14.) I am a great King, saith the Lord of hosts, and declares his greatness in thee. (Malachi: 1.14.) I am a great King, Says the Lord of hosts, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno21. (fw-fr: crd.) pns11 vbm dt j n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4655 and my name is dreadfull among the heathens. and my name is dreadful among the Heathens. cc po11 n1 vbz j p-acp dt n2-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4656 I need not stay to give particular Scriptures to hold forth the attribute of Gods greatness, his greatness runs through all his attributes. I need not stay to give particular Scriptures to hold forth the attribute of God's greatness, his greatness runs through all his attributes. pns11 vvb xx vvi pc-acp vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, po31 n1 vvz p-acp d po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4657 Whatsoever God is, he is great in it; He is great in power ( Psal: 56.3. Whatsoever God is, he is great in it; He is great in power (Psalm: 56.3. r-crq np1 vbz, pns31 vbz j p-acp pn31; pns31 vbz j p-acp n1 (np1: crd. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4658 Psal: 147.5.) he is great in all sorts of power, great in authoritative power, and great in executative power. Psalm: 147.5.) he is great in all sorts of power, great in authoritative power, and great in executative power. np1: crd.) pns31 vbz j p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, j p-acp j n1, cc j p-acp j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4659 As God commandeth what he pleaseth to be done, so he can doe what he commandeth. As God commands what he Pleases to be done, so he can do what he commands. p-acp np1 vvz r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vdn, av pns31 vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vvz. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4660 The power of man in doing is not alwayes commensurate with his power in commanding; but Gods is. The power of man in doing is not always commensurate with his power in commanding; but God's is. dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vdg vbz xx av j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg; cc-acp n2 vbz. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4661 He needs no helpe, much lesse any leave to execute what he willeth. He needs no help, much less any leave to execute what he wills. pns31 vvz dx n1, av-d av-dc d n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4662 Againe, God is great in wisdome, he hath the compasse of all things in his understanding; Again, God is great in Wisdom, he hath the compass of all things in his understanding; av, np1 vbz j p-acp n1, pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4663 God is so wise, that he is called the only wise God (1 Tim: 1.17.) The wisdome of men and Angels is folly to his. God is so wise, that he is called the only wise God (1 Tim: 1.17.) The Wisdom of men and Angels is folly to his. np1 vbz av j, cst pns31 vbz vvn dt j j np1 (vvd np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vbz n1 p-acp png31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4665 yea of that which he dayly worketh for man. yea of that which he daily works for man. uh pp-f d r-crq pns31 av-j vvz p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 234
4737 And therefore Elihu speaking of the Greatnesse of God, urgeth it in conjunction with all his perfections, And Therefore Elihu speaking of the Greatness of God, urges it in conjunction with all his perfections, cc av np1 vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 777 Page 238
4666 How much more did he and ought we to admire that goodness which is not so much in himselfe as himselfe? ( Psal: 31.19.) O how great is thy goodnesse, which thou hast layd up for them that feare thee, which thou workest for them that trust upon thee before the sons of men. How much more did he and ought we to admire that Goodness which is not so much in himself as himself? (Psalm: 31.19.) Oh how great is thy Goodness, which thou hast laid up for them that Fear thee, which thou workest for them that trust upon thee before the Sons of men. c-crq av-d av-dc vdd pns31 cc vmd pns12 pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vbz xx av av-d p-acp px31 p-acp px31? (np1: crd.) uh q-crq j vbz po21 n1, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno21, r-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4667 The goodnesse which God acts and puts forth for the creature, is a great goodnesse ( Isa: 63.7. Neh: 9. 25•) but that goodnesse which is the goodnesse of his nature, is a goodnesse as great as God is, a goodnesse infinite in greatnesse. The Goodness which God acts and puts forth for the creature, is a great Goodness (Isaiah: 63.7. Neh: 9. 25•) but that Goodness which is the Goodness of his nature, is a Goodness as great as God is, a Goodness infinite in greatness. dt n1 r-crq np1 n2 cc vvz av p-acp dt n1, vbz dt j n1 (np1: crd. np1: crd. n1) cc-acp cst n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbz dt n1 c-acp j c-acp np1 vbz, dt n1 j p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4668 Againe, how often is God called great, yea admired for his greatnesse in mercy? When David (2 Sam: 24.14.) made choyce to fall into the hands of God; Again, how often is God called great, yea admired for his greatness in mercy? When David (2 Sam: 24.14.) made choice to fallen into the hands of God; av, c-crq av vbz np1 vvn j, uh vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1? c-crq np1 (crd np1: crd.) vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4669 he gave this reason of it, For his mercies are great. He is also great in wrath; he gave this reason of it, For his Mercies Are great. He is also great in wrath; pns31 vvd d n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp po31 n2 vbr j. pns31 vbz av j p-acp n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4670 we read (2 Kings 23.26.) of the fiercenesse of his great wrath. we read (2 Kings 23.26.) of the fierceness of his great wrath. pns12 vvb (crd n2 crd.) pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4671 And how great is his Love? First, in redeeming us by Christ ( Joh: 3.16.) God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, &c. God loved us so much in that gift, that no man could ever tell how much love he hath given us in it. And how great is his Love? First, in redeeming us by christ (John: 3.16.) God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, etc. God loved us so much in that gift, that no man could ever tell how much love he hath given us in it. cc c-crq j vbz po31 n1? ord, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp np1 (np1: crd.) np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, av np1 vvd pno12 av av-d p-acp d n1, cst dx n1 vmd av vvi c-crq d n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4672 Secondly, His love is great in quickning us with Christ ( Eph: 2.4.) God who is rich in mercy, Secondly, His love is great in quickening us with christ (Ephesians: 2.4.) God who is rich in mercy, ord, po31 n1 vbz j p-acp j-vvg pno12 p-acp np1 (np1: crd.) np1 r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4673 for the great Love wherewith he hath loved us, even when we were dead in sins, hath quickned us together with Christ. for the great Love wherewith he hath loved us, even when we were dead in Sins, hath quickened us together with christ. p-acp dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12, av c-crq pns12 vbdr j p-acp n2, vhz vvn pno12 av p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4674 His love both in redeeming and quickning us is so great, that while we are called to the greatest study after the knowledge of, we are told we cannot know the greatnesse of it, ( Eph: 3.18.) That you may know the Love of God which passeth knowledge. His love both in redeeming and quickening us is so great, that while we Are called to the greatest study After the knowledge of, we Are told we cannot know the greatness of it, (Ephesians: 3.18.) That you may know the Love of God which passes knowledge. po31 n1 av-d p-acp vvg cc j-vvg pno12 vbz av j, cst cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f, pns12 vbr vvn pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, (np1: crd.) cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4675 I will not stay upon this Attribute, the Greatnesse of God, onely take these five briefe inferences from it; God is Great. Then I will not stay upon this Attribute, the Greatness of God, only take these five brief inferences from it; God is Great. Then pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j vvb d crd j n2 p-acp pn31; np1 vbz j. av (13) chapter (DIV2) 768 Page 235
4676 First, God can doe great things, the greatest things, for us; every thing is in working as it is in being; First, God can do great things, the greatest things, for us; every thing is in working as it is in being; ord, np1 vmb vdi j n2, dt js n2, p-acp pno12; d n1 vbz p-acp vvg c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp vbg; (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 235
4677 they that are but little, can doe but little; they that Are but little, can do but little; pns32 cst vbr p-acp j, vmb vdi p-acp j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 235
4678 God being great in his being, that is, in his power, in his wisdome, in his goodnesse, in his mercy, God being great in his being, that is, in his power, in his Wisdom, in his Goodness, in his mercy, np1 vbg j p-acp po31 vbg, cst vbz, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 235
4679 how easily can he doe great things! how Easily can he do great things! c-crq av-j vmb pns31 vdi j n2! (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 235
4680 The Scripture is abundant in shewing forth the great things which God hath done, and will doe, 2 Sam: 7.22, 23. Job 5.9. Psal: 71.19. Psal: 86.10. Psal: 92.5. Psal: 111.2. Psal: 126.2, 3. Psal: 136.7, 17. Joel 2.21. The workes of God in all ages and in all places, have borne the stamp of and given testimony to his excellent Greatnesse. The Scripture is abundant in showing forth the great things which God hath done, and will do, 2 Sam: 7.22, 23. Job 5.9. Psalm: 71.19. Psalm: 86.10. Psalm: 92.5. Psalm: 111.2. Psalm: 126.2, 3. Psalm: 136.7, 17. Joel 2.21. The works of God in all ages and in all places, have born the stamp of and given testimony to his excellent Greatness. dt n1 vbz j p-acp vvg av dt j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vdn, cc vmb vdi, crd np1: crd, crd np1 crd. np1: crd. np1: crd. np1: crd. np1: crd. np1: crd, crd np1: crd, crd np1 crd. dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2, vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f cc vvn n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 235
4681 We say, There is nothing great to a great mind, or to a man of a great spirit. We say, There is nothing great to a great mind, or to a man of a great Spirit. pns12 vvb, a-acp vbz pix j p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 235
4682 A Great spirited man will overcome not only great difficulties, but seeming impossibilities, yea he is glad to meete with greatest difficulties, A Great spirited man will overcome not only great difficulties, but seeming impossibilities, yea he is glad to meet with greatest difficulties, dt j vvn n1 vmb vvi xx av-j j n2, cc-acp j-vvg n2, uh pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp js n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 235
4683 because they match the greatnesse of his mind. Then certainly the Great God, doth nothing but great, and can doe the greatest things. Because they match the greatness of his mind. Then Certainly the Great God, does nothing but great, and can do the greatest things. c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. av av-j dt j np1, vdz pix cc-acp j, cc vmb vdi dt js n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 235
4684 'Tis no matter how great the things are which we have need to be done for us, It's no matter how great the things Are which we have need to be done for us, pn31|vbz dx n1 c-crq j dt n2 vbr r-crq pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pno12, (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 236
4685 if we can but interest the Great God in the doing of them. if we can but Interest the Great God in the doing of them. cs pns12 vmb p-acp n1 dt j np1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 236
4686 God can doe great things in wayes of mercy for his people, and he can doe great things in wayes of Judgement against his enemies. God can do great things in ways of mercy for his people, and he can do great things in ways of Judgement against his enemies. np1 vmb vdi j n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vmb vdi j n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 236
4687 Though his enemies be Great Oakes and Cedars, he can hew them downe ( Amos 2.9.) Though his enemies be as great as the greatest mountaines, he can remove and level them; Though his enemies be Great Oaks and Cedars, he can hew them down (Amos 2.9.) Though his enemies be as great as the greatest Mountains, he can remove and level them; cs po31 n2 vbb j n2 cc n2, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp (np1 crd.) cs po31 n2 vbb a-acp j c-acp dt js n2, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32; (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 236
4688 Who art thou, O great mountaine before Zorobabell, thou shalt become a plaine (Zech: 4.7.) that is, the great power of God, with Zorobabell, can overthrow or overturne those powers which oppose or stand in the way of his Church and people, Who art thou, Oh great mountain before Zerubbabel, thou shalt become a plain (Zechariah: 4.7.) that is, the great power of God, with Zerubbabel, can overthrow or overturn those Powers which oppose or stand in the Way of his Church and people, r-crq n1 pns21, uh j n1 p-acp np1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt j (np1: crd.) cst vbz, dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp np1, vmb vvi cc vvi d n2 r-crq vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 236
4689 though they appeare as inseparable and immoveable as a Great Mountaine. Secondly, If God be Great, then he can pardon great transgressions; though they appear as inseparable and immoveable as a Great Mountain. Secondly, If God be Great, then he can pardon great transgressions; cs pns32 vvb p-acp j cc j c-acp dt j n1. ord, cs np1 vbi j, av pns31 vmb vvi j n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 769 Page 236
4690 you that are great sinners feare not. Were not God a great God, the least of our sins could not be pardoned; you that Are great Sinners Fear not. Were not God a great God, the least of our Sins could not be pardoned; pn22 cst vbr j n2 vvb xx. vbdr xx np1 dt j np1, dt ds pp-f po12 n2 vmd xx vbi vvn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 770 Page 236
4691 were not he great in mercy, and great in goodnesse, our hear•s would fayle us, were not he great in mercy, and great in Goodness, our hear•s would fail us, vbdr xx pns31 j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1, po12 n2 vmd vvi pno12, (13) chapter (DIV2) 770 Page 236
4692 yea our faith could have no bottome to come to him for the pardon of our great sins; yea our faith could have no bottom to come to him for the pardon of our great Sins; uh po12 n1 vmd vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 770 Page 236
4693 But why should great sins discourage us to aske their pardon of God, who is great in mercy? David made the greatnesse of his sin his argument to move the Lord to pardon it ( Psal: 25.11.) Pardon my sin for it is great; But why should great Sins discourage us to ask their pardon of God, who is great in mercy? David made the greatness of his since his argument to move the Lord to pardon it (Psalm: 25.11.) Pardon my since for it is great; cc-acp q-crq vmd j n2 vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1? np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 (np1: crd.) vvb po11 n1 p-acp pn31 vbz j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 770 Page 236
4694 who could speak thus, unlesse he had that upon his heart that he spake to the great God, who is greater in nothing, who could speak thus, unless he had that upon his heart that he spoke to the great God, who is greater in nothing, r-crq vmd vvi av, cs pns31 vhd d p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt j np1, r-crq vbz jc p-acp pix, (13) chapter (DIV2) 770 Page 236
4695 and hath magnified his greatnesse in nothing more then in acts of mercy to Greatest sinners? and hath magnified his greatness in nothing more then in acts of mercy to Greatest Sinners? cc vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pix av-dc cs p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp js n2? (13) chapter (DIV2) 770 Page 236
4696 Thirdly, If God be a great God; then he must have great services and duties; Thirdly, If God be a great God; then he must have great services and duties; ord, cs np1 vbb dt j np1; cs pns31 vmb vhi j n2 cc n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 236
4697 He must have great praise ( Psal: 48.1.) great is the Lord and greatly to be praised; He must have great praise (Psalm: 48.1.) great is the Lord and greatly to be praised; pns31 vmb vhi j n1 (np1: crd.) j vbz dt n1 cc av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 236
4698 he must have great love, we must love him even with all our heart, and with all our might. he must have great love, we must love him even with all our heart, and with all our might. pns31 vmb vhi j n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av p-acp d po12 n1, cc p-acp d po12 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 236
4699 He must have great feare ( Psal: 89.7.) Great faith ( Math: 15.28.) Great honour from all his people. He must have great Fear (Psalm: 89.7.) Great faith (Math: 15.28.) Great honour from all his people. pns31 vmb vhi j n1 (np1: crd.) j n1 (np1: crd.) j n1 p-acp d po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 236
4700 When David was about to make great preparations for the building of the Temple, he saith (1 Chron: 29.11.) Thine O Lord is greatnesse, When David was about to make great preparations for the building of the Temple, he Says (1 Chronicles: 29.11.) Thine O Lord is greatness, c-crq np1 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz (vvd np1: crd.) po21 np1 n1 vbz n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 236
4701 and the power, and the glory, &c. And when Solomon was about to build the Temple, he saith (2 Chron: 2.5.) The house which I build is great, and the power, and the glory, etc. And when Solomon was about to built the Temple, he Says (2 Chronicles: 2.5.) The house which I built is great, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, av cc c-crq np1 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vvz (crd np1: crd.) dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvb vbz j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 236
4702 for great is our God above all Gods. We see David prepared and Solomon builded in proportion to the God for whom the one prepared and the other built a house. for great is our God above all God's We see David prepared and Solomon built in proportion to the God for whom the one prepared and the other built a house. c-acp j vbz po12 n1 p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb np1 vvn cc np1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp ro-crq dt pi vvn cc dt n-jn vvd dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 236
4703 Thus I may say of all you doe for God or to God, let it be the greatest your stocke and ability can reach to, Thus I may say of all you do for God or to God, let it be the greatest your stock and ability can reach to, av pns11 vmb vvi pp-f d pn22 vdb p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1, vvb pn31 vbi dt js po22 n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp, (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 237
4704 because he is a great God. Because he is a great God. c-acp pns31 vbz dt j np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 237
4705 The Lord himselfe useth that argument by the Prophet to urge his people to doe their utmost in whatsoever they were called to doe ( Mal: 1.14.) Cursed be the deceiver which hath a male in his flocke, The Lord himself uses that argument by the Prophet to urge his people to do their utmost in whatsoever they were called to do (Malachi: 1.14.) Cursed be the deceiver which hath a male in his flock, dt n1 px31 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vdi po32 j p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vdi (fw-fr: crd.) vvd vbi dt n1 r-crq vhz dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 237
4706 and voweth and sacrificeth to the Lord a corrupt thing; and Voweth and Sacrificeth to the Lord a corrupt thing; cc vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 dt j n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 237
4707 (that is, who when he is able to performe a greater service to the Lord, puts him off with a lesser one) for I am a great King, saith the Lord of hosts, &c. Therefore take heed of putting me off with weake female services, I expect a male, your best, that service which is most spirituall and masculine. (that is, who when he is able to perform a greater service to the Lord, puts him off with a lesser one) for I am a great King, Says the Lord of hosts, etc. Therefore take heed of putting me off with weak female services, I expect a male, your best, that service which is most spiritual and masculine. (cst vbz, r-crq c-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt jc crd) p-acp pns11 vbm dt j n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, av av vvb n1 pp-f vvg pno11 a-acp p-acp j j-jn n2, pns11 vvb dt j-jn, po22 js, cst n1 r-crq vbz av-ds j cc j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 771 Page 237
4708 Fourthly, If God be great, then, they who are but little themselves, having an interest in God, may doe great things too. Fourthly, If God be great, then, they who Are but little themselves, having an Interest in God, may do great things too. ord, cs np1 vbb j, av, pns32 r-crq vbr cc-acp av-j px32, vhg dt n1 p-acp np1, vmb vdi j n2 av. (13) chapter (DIV2) 772 Page 237
4709 The least creature having an interest in the great God, is as great, yea infinitely greater then the greatest in the world, who stand in their owne strength. Moses saith ( Deut: 4.38. Deut: 7.1.) that the presen•e of God with Israel was such, that by it they overcame Nations, greater and mightier then they; The least creature having an Interest in the great God, is as great, yea infinitely greater then the greatest in the world, who stand in their own strength. Moses Says (Deuteronomy: 4.38. Deuteronomy: 7.1.) that the presen•e of God with Israel was such, that by it they overcame nations, greater and Mightier then they; dt ds n1 vhg dt n1 p-acp dt j np1, vbz a-acp j, uh av-j jc cs dt js p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvb p-acp po32 d n1. np1 vvz (np1: crd. fw-fr: crd.) cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vbds d, cst p-acp pn31 pns32 vvd n2, jc cc jc cs pns32; (13) chapter (DIV2) 772 Page 237
4710 their littlenesse did not hinder them, because the great God was with them in their workes and wayes; their littleness did not hinder them, Because the great God was with them in their works and ways; po32 n1 vdd xx vvi pno32, c-acp dt j np1 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 772 Page 237
4711 yea God loves to use small instruments, that his owne greatnesse who is the efficient may appeare. yea God loves to use small Instruments, that his own greatness who is the efficient may appear. uh np1 vvz pc-acp vvi j n2, cst po31 d n1 r-crq vbz dt j vmb vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 772 Page 237
4712 That question which was twice put in the Prophet ( Amos 7.2, 5.) is very often put in that case; That question which was twice put in the Prophet (Amos 7.2, 5.) is very often put in that case; cst n1 r-crq vbds av vvn p-acp dt n1 (np1 crd, crd) vbz av av vvn p-acp d n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 772 Page 237
4713 By whom shall Jacob arise? for he is small. That which made it so questionable whether Jacob should rise, was his smallness; By whom shall Jacob arise? for he is small. That which made it so questionable whither Jacob should rise, was his smallness; p-acp ro-crq vmb np1 vvi? c-acp pns31 vbz j. cst r-crq vvd pn31 av j cs np1 vmd vvi, vbds po31 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 772 Page 237
4714 And could we remember the Greatness of the God of Jacob, we should either never make such questions, or easily answer them. And could we Remember the Greatness of the God of Jacob, we should either never make such questions, or Easily answer them. cc vmd pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmd d av vvi d n2, cc av-j vvi pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 772 Page 237
4715 Fifthly, Seeing God is great, we should be alwayes ascribing greatnesse to God, we should lift him up in his greatnesse. Fifthly, Seeing God is great, we should be always ascribing greatness to God, we should lift him up in his greatness. ord, vvg np1 vbz j, pns12 vmd vbi av vvg n1 p-acp np1, pns12 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 773 Page 237
4716 Thus Moses exhorted others ( Deut: 32.3.) Because I will publish the name of the Lord, ascribe ye greatnesse to our God. Thus Moses exhorted Others (Deuteronomy: 32.3.) Because I will publish the name of the Lord, ascribe you greatness to our God. av np1 vvd ng2-jn (j: crd.) c-acp pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pn22 n1 p-acp po12 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 773 Page 237
4717 And David at once prophecieth the same of others, and promiseth it for himselfe ( Psal: 145.6.) Men shall speake of the might of thy terrible Acts, And David At once Prophesieth the same of Others, and promises it for himself (Psalm: 145.6.) Men shall speak of the might of thy terrible Acts, cc np1 p-acp a-acp vvz dt d pp-f n2-jn, cc vvz pn31 p-acp px31 (np1: crd.) n2 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 j n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 773 Page 237
4718 and I will declare thy greatnesse. Againe, Consider these words as they are expressed comparatively, God is greater then man; and I will declare thy greatness. Again, Consider these words as they Are expressed comparatively, God is greater then man; cc pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1. av, vvb d n2 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn av-j, np1 vbz jc cs n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 773 Page 237
4719 As God is great, so greater then the greatest men. God is great above all Gods; As God is great, so greater then the greatest men. God is great above all God's; p-acp np1 vbz j, av jc cs dt js n2. np1 vbz j p-acp d n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 774 Page 237
4720 that is, above all the Kings and Princes of the earth. that is, above all the Kings and Princes of the earth. d vbz, p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 774 Page 237
4721 Now I know (sayd Jethro, Exod: 18.11.) that God is greater then all Gods (greater then Rharoah and his Egyptian Princes) for in the thing wherein they dealt proudly he was above them. Now I know (said Jethro, Exod: 18.11.) that God is greater then all God's (greater then Rharoah and his Egyptian Princes) for in the thing wherein they dealt proudly he was above them. av pns11 vvb (vvd np1, np1: crd.) cst np1 vbz jc cs d ng1 (jc cs np1 cc po31 np1 n2) p-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvd av-j pns31 vbds p-acp pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 774 Page 238
4722 David challenged all the Gods on Gods behalfe ( Psal: 77.13.) Who is so great a God as our God? Let any man name him if he can; David challenged all the God's on God's behalf (Psalm: 77.13.) Who is so great a God as our God? Let any man name him if he can; np1 vvd d dt n2 p-acp npg1 n1 (np1: crd.) r-crq vbz av j dt n1 p-acp po12 n1? vvb d n1 vvb pno31 cs pns31 vmb; (13) chapter (DIV2) 774 Page 238
4723 He is a God above all Gods, that is, above the greatest powers in this world who are called Gods. Thus Christ comforts believers with an assurance of safety for ever ( John 10.29.) My father is greater then all, then the devill and all. He is a God above all God's, that is, above the greatest Powers in this world who Are called God's Thus christ comforts believers with an assurance of safety for ever (John 10.29.) My father is greater then all, then the Devil and all. pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2, cst vbz, p-acp dt js n2 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbr vvn n2 av np1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av (np1 crd.) po11 n1 vbz jc cs d, av dt n1 cc d. (13) chapter (DIV2) 774 Page 238
4724 But some may say, who knoweth not this that God is Great, or that he is greater then men or devills? Job himselfe spake much of this subject, But Some may say, who Knoweth not this that God is Great, or that he is greater then men or Devils? Job himself spoke much of this Subject, p-acp d vmb vvi, r-crq vvz xx d cst np1 vbz j, cc cst pns31 vbz jc cs n2 cc n2? np1 px31 vvd d pp-f d n-jn, (13) chapter (DIV2) 775 Page 238
4725 yea his friends made it their businesse to exalt the greatnesse of God, as we may see in severall passages of this Booke. yea his Friends made it their business to exalt the greatness of God, as we may see in several passages of this Book. uh po31 n2 vvd pn31 po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 775 Page 238
4726 So that Elihu seemeth to say no more here, then had been sayd already, and doth no more then hath been done already. So that Elihu seems to say no more Here, then had been said already, and does no more then hath been done already. av cst np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dx av-dc av, av vhd vbn vvn av, cc vdz dx dc cs vhz vbn vdn av. (13) chapter (DIV2) 775 Page 238
4727 Is not this then a cold way of arguing to tell Job that which he knew already? Is not this then a cold Way of arguing to tell Job that which he knew already? vbz xx d av dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi n1 cst r-crq pns31 vvd av? (13) chapter (DIV2) 775 Page 238
4728 For answer to this I shall stay a while (as was promised) before I goe off from these words, to shew why though for the matter this is no more then hath been sayd already; For answer to this I shall stay a while (as was promised) before I go off from these words, to show why though for the matter this is no more then hath been said already; p-acp n1 p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 (c-acp vbds vvn) c-acp pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi q-crq c-acp p-acp dt n1 d vbz dx dc cs vhz vbn vvn av; (13) chapter (DIV2) 776 Page 238
4729 that, yet Elihu had reason to bring this argument for the conviction of Job, that God is greater then man; that, yet Elihu had reason to bring this argument for the conviction of Job, that God is greater then man; cst, av np1 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst np1 vbz jc cs n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 776 Page 238
4730 for though the Greatnesse of God hath been often spoken of in the course of this disputation, between Job and his friends, for though the Greatness of God hath been often spoken of in the course of this disputation, between Job and his Friends, c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn av vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp n1 cc po31 n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 776 Page 238
4731 yet neither Job nor his friends did handle or improve it to that poynt, or in that extent, yet neither Job nor his Friends did handle or improve it to that point, or in that extent, av dx np1 ccx po31 n2 vdd vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 776 Page 238
4732 as here intended by Elihu, as may appeare by these following Considerations. as Here intended by Elihu, as may appear by these following Considerations. c-acp av vvn p-acp np1, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp d j-vvg n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 776 Page 238
4733 First, When Elihu spake of the greatnesse of God, we are not to understand this greatnesse abstractly or alone, First, When Elihu spoke of the greatness of God, we Are not to understand this greatness abstractly or alone, ord, c-crq np1 vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d n1 av-j cc av-j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 777 Page 238
4734 but concreetely or in conjunction with his goodnesse and righteousnesse, with his mercy and faithfulnesse, &c. Job confessed the greatnesse of God, but concreetely or in conjunction with his Goodness and righteousness, with his mercy and faithfulness, etc. Job confessed the greatness of God, cc-acp av-j cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, av np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 777 Page 238
4735 but he seemed to intimate severall things, to the disparagement of the goodnesse, mercy, and righteousnesse of God. but he seemed to intimate several things, to the disparagement of the Goodness, mercy, and righteousness of God. cc-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 777 Page 238
4736 For though in his frequent complainings he did not question, yet he did much darken and obscure these Divine perfections. For though in his frequent complainings he did not question, yet he did much darken and Obscure these Divine perfections. p-acp cs p-acp po31 j n2-vvg pns31 vdd xx vvi, av pns31 vdd av-d vvi cc vvi d j-jn n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 777 Page 238
4739 Secondly, Elihu insisted so much upon the greatnesse of God, to humble Job, and to convince him that he had done amisse, in his bold appeales to him and complaints, about his dealing with him. Secondly, Elihu insisted so much upon the greatness of God, to humble Job, and to convince him that he had done amiss, in his bold appeals to him and complaints, about his dealing with him. ord, np1 vvd av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j np1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 cst pns31 vhd vdn av, p-acp po31 j vvz p-acp pno31 cc n2, p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 778 Page 238
4740 Elihu doth wisely to hold out the greatnesse and soveraignty of God, for the keeping downe and repression of his yet, unhumbled spirit. Elihu does wisely to hold out the greatness and sovereignty of God, for the keeping down and repression of his yet, unhumbled Spirit. np1 vdz av-j p-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp cc n1 pp-f png31 av, vvd n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 778 Page 239
4741 Thirdly, Elihu mannageth this argument for another end and purpose, then his friends did. Thirdly, Elihu manageth this argument for Another end and purpose, then his Friends did. ord, np1 vvz d n1 p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, cs po31 n2 vdd. (13) chapter (DIV2) 779 Page 239
4742 They used it to prove Job was wicked or had done wickedly in the former passages of his life; They used it to prove Job was wicked or had done wickedly in the former passages of his life; pns32 vvd pn31 pc-acp vvi n1 vbds j cc vhd vdn av-j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 779 Page 239
4743 He to shew that Job ought to be patient under and quietly submit to the present providences of God. He to show that Job ought to be patient under and quietly submit to the present providences of God. pns31 p-acp n1 cst n1 vmd pc-acp vbi j p-acp cc av-jn vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 779 Page 239
4744 Fourthly, This argument which Elihu brings from the greatnesse of God, hath not at all the lesse force in it, Fourthly, This argument which Elihu brings from the greatness of God, hath not At all the less force in it, ord, d n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vhz xx p-acp d dt av-dc n1 p-acp pn31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 780 Page 239
4745 because grounded upon so common and generally received a principle, the greatnesse of God; yea, it hath therefore the greater force in it; Because grounded upon so Common and generally received a principle, the greatness of God; yea, it hath Therefore the greater force in it; c-acp vvn p-acp av j cc av-j vvd dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1; uh, pn31 vhz av dt jc n1 p-acp pn31; (13) chapter (DIV2) 780 Page 239
4746 for what is more unreasonable then for man to intimate any thing which reflects upon God, for what is more unreasonable then for man to intimate any thing which reflects upon God, c-acp q-crq vbz av-dc j cs p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 780 Page 239
4747 or to complaine of what God doth; or to complain of what God does; cc pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq np1 vdz; (13) chapter (DIV2) 780 Page 239
4748 when as God, by the common consent of all reasonable men, doth infinitely surpasse all men, both in greatnesse, when as God, by the Common consent of all reasonable men, does infinitely surpass all men, both in greatness, c-crq p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n2, vdz av-j vvi d n2, av-d p-acp n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 780 Page 239
4749 and in righteousnesse, both in Justice, and in goodnesse. and in righteousness, both in justice, and in Goodness. cc p-acp n1, av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 780 Page 239
4750 When the greatnesse of God appeares in all these things, what can be more unreasonable then for man to insinuate any thing complainingly concerning God. When the greatness of God appears in all these things, what can be more unreasonable then for man to insinuate any thing complainingly Concerning God. c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d d n2, r-crq vmb vbi av-dc j cs p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 av-vvg vvg n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 780 Page 239
4751 From the consideration of this scope which Elihu had in arguing from the greatnesse of God; Note. From the consideration of this scope which Elihu had in arguing from the greatness of God; Note. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vhd p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; zz. (13) chapter (DIV2) 780 Page 239
4752 We may speake and believe aright, that God is great, and that he is greater then man, We may speak and believe aright, that God is great, and that he is greater then man, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi av, cst np1 vbz j, cc cst pns31 vbz jc cs n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 781 Page 239
4753 and yet not answer it in our practise, nor be duly affected with it. Elihu did not at all question whether Job thought God greater then himselfe; and yet not answer it in our practice, nor be duly affected with it. Elihu did not At all question whither Job Thought God greater then himself; cc av xx vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n1, ccx vbb av-jn vvn p-acp pn31. np1 vdd xx p-acp d n1 cs n1 vvd np1 jc cs px31; (13) chapter (DIV2) 781 Page 239
4754 that was not the poynt in controversie: that was not the point in controversy: d vbds xx dt n1 p-acp n1: (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 239
4755 but he saw this principle was not answered in Jobs practise, or that he did not demeane himselfe sutably to the Greatnesse of God, which he had proclaimed to others, and professed himselfe to believe. but he saw this principle was not answered in Jobs practise, or that he did not demean himself suitably to the Greatness of God, which he had proclaimed to Others, and professed himself to believe. cc-acp pns31 vvd d n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp n2 vvi, cc cst pns31 vdd xx vvi px31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n2-jn, cc vvd px31 pc-acp vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 239
4756 And thus it is with many, most of all with those under great temptations and pressing afflictions. And thus it is with many, most of all with those under great temptations and pressing afflictions. cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d, ds pp-f d p-acp d p-acp j n2 cc j-vvg n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 239
4757 How apt are they to speake and act below, yea beside those principles which they believe and hold forth in their profession. How apt Are they to speak and act below, yea beside those principles which they believe and hold forth in their profession. q-crq j vbr pns32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp, uh p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi av p-acp po32 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 239
4758 It is an easie matter to say, and in words to acknowledge what God hath revealed himselfe to be, It is an easy matter to say, and in words to acknowledge what God hath revealed himself to be, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vhz vvn px31 pc-acp vbi, (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 239
4759 but O how hard is it to live and walke up to such sayings and acknowledgements? Many tell us, God is greater then man, but Oh how hard is it to live and walk up to such sayings and acknowledgements? Many tell us, God is greater then man, cc-acp uh q-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp p-acp d n2-vvg cc n2? av-d vvb pno12, np1 vbz jc cs n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 239
4760 yet while they doe not fully subject themselves to God, they in effect deny that God is greater then man. yet while they do not Fully Subject themselves to God, they in Effect deny that God is greater then man. av cs pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi px32 p-acp np1, pns32 p-acp n1 vvi cst np1 vbz jc cs n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 239
4761 Many acknowledge fully that God is righteous, yet when they rest not in his dealings with them, they imply some unrighteousnesse in God. Many acknowledge Fully that God is righteous, yet when they rest not in his dealings with them, they imply Some unrighteousness in God. av-d vvb av-j cst np1 vbz j, av c-crq pns32 vvb xx p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4762 Many say God is wise, only wise, yet while they will be their owne carvers, and are unsatisfied with Gods allowances and providences; Many say God is wise, only wise, yet while they will be their own carvers, and Are unsatisfied with God's allowances and providences; av-d vvb np1 vbz j, av-j j, av cs pns32 vmb vbi po32 d n2, cc vbr j-vvn p-acp ng1 n2 cc n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4763 they make themselves wiser then God, or at least imagine things might be ordered with Greater wisdome then they are. they make themselves Wiser then God, or At least imagine things might be ordered with Greater Wisdom then they Are. pns32 vvb px32 jc cs np1, cc p-acp ds vvb n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp jc n1 cs pns32 vbr. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4764 Many say God is great in mercy, greater infinitely then man, yet when they should act faith about the pardon of their sins, they act it as if God had but the mercy of a man, Many say God is great in mercy, greater infinitely then man, yet when they should act faith about the pardon of their Sins, they act it as if God had but the mercy of a man, av-d vvb np1 vbz j p-acp n1, jc av-j cs n1, av c-crq pns32 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vvi pn31 c-acp cs np1 vhd cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4765 or as if his thoughts were as our thoughts, and his wayes (in dispencing favours) like our wayes, and so they bring God downe to their owne size and scantlings. or as if his thoughts were as our thoughts, and his ways (in Dispensing favours) like our ways, and so they bring God down to their own size and scantlings. cc c-acp cs po31 n2 vbdr p-acp po12 n2, cc po31 n2 (p-acp vvg n2) av-j po12 n2, cc av pns32 vvb np1 a-acp p-acp po32 d n1 cc n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4766 If these had been asked the question, whether God hath not greater mercy then man, they would have answered, doubtlesse he hath; If these had been asked the question, whither God hath not greater mercy then man, they would have answered, doubtless he hath; cs d vhd vbn vvn dt n1, cs np1 vhz xx jc n1 cs n1, pns32 vmd vhi vvn, av-j pns31 vhz; (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4767 and yet they are no more in believing, then if the mercy of God were of the same measure with the mercies of narrow-hearted man. and yet they Are no more in believing, then if the mercy of God were of the same measure with the Mercies of narrowhearted man. cc av pns32 vbr dx dc p-acp vvg, av cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr pp-f dt d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4768 Thus we modle the Great God, and our Idea's or apprehensions of him according to what we see in our selves, not according to what he is and hath said of himselfe. Thus we modle the Great God, and our Idea's or apprehensions of him according to what we see in our selves, not according to what he is and hath said of himself. av pns12 j dt j np1, cc po12 n2 cc n2 pp-f pno31 vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, xx vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz cc vhz vvn pp-f px31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4769 And what are our rightest notions of God, but hoverings in the ayre, till we bring them downe into practise, And what Are our Rightest notions of God, but hoverings in the air, till we bring them down into practice, cc q-crq vbr po12 js-jn n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4770 or live up to them, till every thing we doe be an exposition of what we speake and believe of God. or live up to them, till every thing we do be an exposition of what we speak and believe of God. cc vvb a-acp p-acp pno32, c-acp d n1 pns12 vdb vbb dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi pp-f np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4771 And when we believe indeed that God is greater then man, we make our selves just nothing before God: And when we believe indeed that God is greater then man, we make our selves just nothing before God: cc c-crq pns12 vvb av cst np1 vbz jc cs n1, pns12 vvb po12 n2 av pix p-acp np1: (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4772 if we are any thing to our selves, or glory in any thing of our owne, be it little or great before God, we do not give God the glory of his greatnesse. if we Are any thing to our selves, or glory in any thing of our own, be it little or great before God, we do not give God the glory of his greatness. cs pns12 vbr d n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 d, vbb pn31 j cc j p-acp np1, pns12 vdb xx vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4773 The Lord speaking of his owne greatnesse by the Prophet, saith, All nations are but as the drop of the bucket to him, The Lord speaking of his own greatness by the Prophet, Says, All Nations Are but as the drop of the bucket to him, dt n1 vvg pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz, d n2 vbr cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4774 yea they are as a little thing, as nothing, lesse then nothing; yea they Are as a little thing, as nothing, less then nothing; uh pns32 vbr p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pix, av-dc cs pix; (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4775 if therefore you make not every thing little, yea nothing before God, you detract from the glory of his greatnesse. if Therefore you make not every thing little, yea nothing before God, you detract from the glory of his greatness. cs av pn22 vvb xx d n1 j, uh pix p-acp np1, pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4776 Againe, they only acknowledge God in his greatnesse, who both agree to all he doth as just, Again, they only acknowledge God in his greatness, who both agree to all he does as just, av, pns32 av-j vvb np1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq d vvb p-acp d pns31 vdz p-acp j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4777 and receive it as good, yea as best, how bad soever it be to nature, or bitter to their sence. and receive it as good, yea as best, how bad soever it be to nature, or bitter to their sense. cc vvi pn31 p-acp j, uh a-acp av-js, c-crq j av pn31 vbb p-acp n1, cc j p-acp po32 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4778 Once more, they only acknowledge God fully in his greatnesse, who though God changeth and varieth his dispensations every day with them, Once more, they only acknowledge God Fully in his greatness, who though God changes and varieth his dispensations every day with them, a-acp av-dc, pns32 av-j vvb np1 av-j p-acp po31 n1, r-crq cs np1 vvz cc vvz po31 n2 d n1 p-acp pno32, (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4779 though he empty them never so often from vessell to vessell, yet sit downe and say, God is unchangeable to them. though he empty them never so often from vessel to vessel, yet fit down and say, God is unchangeable to them. cs pns31 vvb pno32 av av av p-acp n1 p-acp n1, av vvb a-acp cc vvi, np1 vbz j-u p-acp pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4780 It is because the Lord changeth not that we are not consumed ( Mal: 3.6.) therefore what changes soever his people meete with, his heart and thoughts towards them are not changed. Secondly, Note. It is Because the Lord changes not that we Are not consumed (Malachi: 3.6.) Therefore what changes soever his people meet with, his heart and thoughts towards them Are not changed. Secondly, Note. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 vvz xx cst pns12 vbr xx vvn (fw-fr: crd.) av q-crq vvz av po31 n1 vvi p-acp, po31 n1 cc n2 p-acp pno32 vbr xx vvn. ord, n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 782 Page 240
4781 The very reason why we doe not stoop to God in silence, why we doe not suffer him quietly to doe with us and dispose of us how he will, is, The very reason why we do not stoop to God in silence, why we do not suffer him quietly to doe with us and dispose of us how he will, is, dt j n1 c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi pno31 av-jn p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 cc n1 pp-f pno12 c-crq pns31 vmb, vbz, (13) chapter (DIV2) 783 Page 241
4782 because we doe not lay to heart as we ought the greatnesse of God. Did we remember, that the great God is great in goodnesse, and great in wisdome, Because we do not lay to heart as we ought the greatness of God. Did we Remember, that the great God is great in Goodness, and great in Wisdom, c-acp pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1 c-acp pns12 vmd dt n1 pp-f np1. vdd pns12 vvi, cst dt j np1 vbz j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 783 Page 241
4783 as well as great in power; as well as great in power; c-acp av c-acp j p-acp n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4784 in a word, did we, when we say God is great, and greater then any man, know what we say, it would presently stop our mouthes, in a word, did we, when we say God is great, and greater then any man, know what we say, it would presently stop our mouths, p-acp dt n1, vdd pns12, c-crq pns12 vvb np1 vbz j, cc jc cs d n1, vvb r-crq pns12 vvb, pn31 vmd av-j vvi po12 n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4785 and for ever silence all our discontents & complainings, whether in reference to our personall or the publick concernments. and for ever silence all our discontents & complainings, whither in Referente to our personal or the public concernments. cc p-acp av vvi d po12 n2 cc n2-vvg, cs p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j cc dt j n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4786 We may pray that God would remove any affliction or evill that is upon us (to doe is so not only our liberty but our duty) but we may not complaine of any affliction, We may pray that God would remove any affliction or evil that is upon us (to doe is so not only our liberty but our duty) but we may not complain of any affliction, pns12 vmb vvi cst np1 vmd vvi d n1 cc n-jn cst vbz p-acp pno12 (p-acp n1 vbz av xx av-j po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1) cc-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi pp-f d n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4787 as an evill to us, nor would we ever make such a complaint, if our hearts were taken up with this thought, that God is great in Goodnesse. as an evil to us, nor would we ever make such a complaint, if our hearts were taken up with this Thought, that God is great in goodness. c-acp dt j-jn p-acp pno12, ccx vmd pns12 av vvi d dt n1, cs po12 n2 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, cst np1 vbz j p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4788 Why doe we say, at any time, Surely we have suffered enough, or too much already? Why doe we demand so curiously wherefore God should use such severity against us? What is the reason of all this? even this, we doe not consider enough of his greatnesse. Why do we say, At any time, Surely we have suffered enough, or too much already? Why do we demand so curiously Wherefore God should use such severity against us? What is the reason of all this? even this, we do not Consider enough of his greatness. q-crq vdb pns12 vvb, p-acp d n1, av-j pns12 vhb vvn av-d, cc av av-d av? q-crq vdb pns12 vvi av av-j c-crq np1 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp pno12? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d d? av d, pns12 vdb xx vvi av-d pp-f po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4789 All our inward troubles at our outward troubles arise from this, because we doe not enough believe or not remember who God is. All our inward Troubles At our outward Troubles arise from this, Because we do not enough believe or not Remember who God is. d po12 j n2 p-acp po12 j n2 vvb p-acp d, c-acp pns12 vdb xx av-d vvi cc xx vvi r-crq n1 vbz. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4790 We by our ignorance and unbeliefe divest God (as much as in us lyeth) of his great goodnesse and wisdome, We by our ignorance and unbelief divest God (as much as in us lies) of his great Goodness and Wisdom, pns12 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 vvb np1 (c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno12 vvz) pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4791 when we feare, especially when we conclude, things are not ordered for our good. And though every man is ready to say, he loathes yea trembles at such thoughts, when we Fear, especially when we conclude, things Are not ordered for our good. And though every man is ready to say, he Loathes yea trembles At such thoughts, c-crq pns12 vvb, av-j c-crq pns12 vvb, n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp po12 j. cc cs d n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz uh vvz p-acp d n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4792 yet we may lodge many such guests befo•e we are aware. yet we may lodge many such guests befo•e we Are aware. av pns12 vmb vvi d d n2 vhb pns12 vbr j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4793 Whensoever we are overgrieved at any affliction, our owne or others, or would (without much free submi•sion to the will of God) have things goe otherwise then they doe, we, upon the matter, make our selves greater and wiser then God. Whensoever we Are overgrieved At any affliction, our own or Others, or would (without much free submi•sion to the will of God) have things go otherwise then they do, we, upon the matter, make our selves greater and Wiser then God. q-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, po12 d cc ng2-jn, cc vmd (p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vhb n2 vvi av av pns32 vdb, pns12, p-acp dt n1, vvb po12 n2 jc cc jc cs np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4794 And though this be farre from our purpose, yet we cannot avoyd the imputation of it. And though this be Far from our purpose, yet we cannot avoid the imputation of it. cc cs d vbb av-j p-acp po12 n1, av pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4795 That which is not (as some distingui•h) the aime, scope, and intendment of the speaker or actor may yet be the aime and scope of his action, worke or speech; That which is not (as Some distingui•h) the aim, scope, and intendment of the speaker or actor may yet be the aim and scope of his actium, work or speech; d r-crq vbz xx (c-acp d n1) dt vvi, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vmb av vbi dt vvb cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 cc n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4796 no doubt Job was very farre from the least thought of diminishing much more of denying the greatnesse of God, either in his power, wisdome, no doubt Job was very Far from the least Thought of diminishing much more of denying the greatness of God, either in his power, Wisdom, dx n1 np1 vbds av av-j p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f vvg av-d dc pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, av-d p-acp po31 n1, n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4797 or goodnesse, yea (as was granted before) he spake very highly of him in all these his glorious and divine perfections. or Goodness, yea (as was granted before) he spoke very highly of him in all these his glorious and divine perfections. cc n1, uh (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) pns31 vvd av av-j pp-f pno31 p-acp d d po31 j cc j-jn n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 241
4798 It was not his end when he spake so impatiently and complainingly, to rob God of that honour of his greatnesse, It was not his end when he spoke so impatiently and complainingly, to rob God of that honour of his greatness, pn31 vbds xx po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvd av av-j cc av-vvg, pc-acp vvi np1 pp-f d n1 pp-f po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 242
4799 yet Elihu did him no wrong when he sayd his impatience and complainings did it. yet Elihu did him no wrong when he said his impatience and complainings did it. av np1 vdd pno31 dx vvb c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 cc n2-vvg vdd pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 242
4800 And if any shall be found complaining like Job, though they doe not formally deny, that God is greater rhen man, And if any shall be found complaining like Job, though they do not formally deny, that God is greater rhen man, cc cs d vmb vbi vvn vvg av-j np1, c-acp pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi, cst np1 vbz jc fw-ge n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 242
4801 yet that interpretation and construction may justly be put upon their complaints. yet that Interpretation and construction may justly be put upon their complaints. av d n1 cc n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 784 Page 242
4802 But some may here object and say, how was Job such a mirror, such a patterne of patience, But Some may Here Object and say, how was Job such a mirror, such a pattern of patience, p-acp d vmb av vvi cc vvi, c-crq vbds np1 d dt n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 785 Page 242
4803 as the Apostle James makes him ( Chap: 5.11.) if he manifested so much impatience as might be interpreted by others, as the Apostle James makes him (Chap: 5.11.) if he manifested so much impatience as might be interpreted by Others, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pno31 (n1: crd.) cs pns31 vvd av d n1 c-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn, (13) chapter (DIV2) 785 Page 242
4804 though not intended by him a deniall of the Greatnesse of God? though not intended by him a denial of the Greatness of God? cs xx vvn p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? (13) chapter (DIV2) 785 Page 242
4805 I answer, though all agree (and the testimony of the Spirit of God is enough to confirme it, I answer, though all agree (and the testimony of the Spirit of God is enough to confirm it, pns11 vvb, cs d vvb (cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi pn31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4806 though all should not agree) that the patience of Job was exceeding great, yet no man may say (nor doth the Spirit of God, in Scripture, say it) that his patience was perfect; though all should not agree) that the patience of Job was exceeding great, yet no man may say (nor does the Spirit of God, in Scripture, say it) that his patience was perfect; cs d vmd xx vvi) cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvg j, av dx n1 vmb vvi (cc vdz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1, vvb pn31) cst po31 n1 vbds j; (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4807 his patience was such as exceeded the most, yea (for ought that we know) the best of men, his patience was such as exceeded the most, yea (for ought that we know) the best of men, po31 n1 vbds d c-acp vvd dt ds, uh (c-acp pi cst pns12 vvb) dt js pp-f n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4808 yet his was but the patience of a man, of a man compassed about with the like passions as other men. yet his was but the patience of a man, of a man compassed about with the like passion as other men. av po31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n2 p-acp j-jn n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4809 His patience was sincere and without hypocrisie, but his patience was not compleate nor without infirmity; His patience was sincere and without hypocrisy, but his patience was not complete nor without infirmity; po31 n1 vbds j cc p-acp n1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbds xx j ccx p-acp n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4810 or his patience (we may say) was perfect as to the kind, but it was not perfect as to the degree. or his patience (we may say) was perfect as to the kind, but it was not perfect as to the degree. cc po31 n1 (pns12 vmb vvi) vbds j c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbds xx j c-acp p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4811 His patience deserved both commendation and imitation; His patience deserved both commendation and imitation; po31 n1 vvd d n1 cc n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4812 yet he shewed (at times) such impatience as deserved reproofe, and should not be imitated but mortified and avoyded. yet he showed (At times) such impatience as deserved reproof, and should not be imitated but mortified and avoided. av pns31 vvd (p-acp n2) d n1 c-acp j-vvn n1, cc vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp j-vvn cc vvn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4813 Good men doe not only act lesse in goodnesse sometimes, but ill and much amisse. Good men do not only act less in Goodness sometime, but ill and much amiss. j n2 vdb xx av-j vvi av-dc p-acp n1 av, cc-acp av-jn cc d av. (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4814 And while we see tallest Cedars fayle (they shall not utterly fall, Job did not) Let him that thinketh he standeth (that is, who hath a strong opinion of his owne strength) take heed lest he fall, (as the Apostle cautions him, 1 Cor: 10.12.) for even the impatient complaints of Job in his sufferings (like those sufferings of the Israelites for their sins spoken of in the former verses of that Chapter) fell from him for an ensample (or type) and are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world are come. And while we see Tallest Cedars fail (they shall not utterly fallen, Job did not) Let him that Thinketh he Stands (that is, who hath a strong opinion of his own strength) take heed lest he fallen, (as the Apostle cautions him, 1 Cor: 10.12.) for even the impatient complaints of Job in his sufferings (like those sufferings of the Israelites for their Sins spoken of in the former Verses of that Chapter) fell from him for an ensample (or type) and Are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world Are come. cc cs pns12 vvb js n2 vvi (pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi, n1 vdd xx) vvb pno31 cst vvz pns31 vvz (cst vbz, r-crq vhz dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1) vvb n1 cs pns31 vvb, (c-acp dt n1 n2 pno31, crd fw-la: crd.) p-acp av dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2 (av-j d n2 pp-f dt np1 p-acp po32 n2 vvn pp-f p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1) vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 (cc n1) cc vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 786 Page 242
4815 Thus you see the reason why Elihu tooke up this common principle, which every Child learnes out of a Ca•echisme, to convince this holy man with. Thus you see the reason why Elihu took up this Common principle, which every Child learns out of a Ca•echisme, to convince this holy man with. av pn22 vvb dt n1 q-crq np1 vvd a-acp d j n1, r-crq d n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp. (13) chapter (DIV2) 787 Page 242
4816 What was more knowne to Job, or to any knowing man, then this, that God is greater then man? yet Elihu chose this as the most commodious and effectuall argument, to compose his spirit, What was more known to Job, or to any knowing man, then this, that God is greater then man? yet Elihu chosen this as the most commodious and effectual argument, to compose his Spirit, q-crq vbds av-dc vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp d j-vvg n1, cs d, cst np1 vbz jc cs n1? av np1 vvd d p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 787 Page 243
4817 and quiet him after all his distempered and tumultuating complaints; and quiet him After all his distempered and Tumultuating complaints; cc vvb pno31 p-acp d po31 j-vvn cc j-vvg n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 787 Page 243
4818 nor h•th Elihu yet done arguing downe the hight and unquietnesse 〈 ◊ 〉 Job's spirit. nor h•th Elihu yet done arguing down the hight and unquietness 〈 ◊ 〉 Job's Spirit. ccx n1 np1 av vdn vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 〈 sy 〉 npg1 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 787 Page 243
4819 We have him both reproving him for it by way of question, and giving him another unanswerable argument against it, in the next verse. We have him both reproving him for it by Way of question, and giving him Another unanswerable argument against it, in the next verse. pns12 vhb pno31 d vvg pno31 p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg pno31 j-jn j n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt ord n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 787 Page 243
4820 Vers. 13. Why dost thou strive against him, for he giveth not account of any of his matters? Vers. 13. Why dost thou strive against him, for he gives not account of any of his matters? np1 crd q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2? (13) chapter (DIV2) 787 Page 243
4821 The words are a reproving question; As if he had sayd, Thou dost ill, very ill to strive. The words Are a reproving question; As if he had said, Thou dost ill, very ill to strive. dt n2 vbr dt vvg n1; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns21 vd2 av-jn, av av-jn pc-acp vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 788 Page 243
4822 There is a four-fold striving, three of which are held forth in Scripture under the word of the text. There is a fourfold striving, three of which Are held forth in Scripture under the word of the text. pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg, crd pp-f r-crq vbr vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 788 Page 243
4823 First, There is a striving with outward force and power, either personally man with man (properly called contention ) or more generally, nation with nation, properly called warre. First, There is a striving with outward force and power, either personally man with man (properly called contention) or more generally, Nation with Nation, properly called war. ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg p-acp j n1 cc n1, d av-j n1 p-acp n1 (av-j vvn n1) cc av-dc av-j, n1 p-acp n1, av-j vvn n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 789 Page 243
4824 Secondly, There is a legall striving, a striving by way of plea, about matters of right and title. Secondly, There is a Legal striving, a striving by Way of plea, about matters of right and title. ord, pc-acp vbz dt j vvg, dt vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn cc n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 790 Page 243
4825 The word in the text chiefly imports such a judiciary striving, a strife in law, The word in the text chiefly imports such a judiciary striving, a strife in law, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av-jn vvz d dt n-jn vvg, dt n1 p-acp n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 790 Page 243
4826 when the adverse party or Plaintiffe impleads and commenseth his suit against the Defendant. Striving is taken in this sence and joyned with warring in the description of that contest which Jephtah had with the King of the Children of Ammon (Judg: 11.25.) And now art thou any thing better then Balak the son of Zippor king of Moab? did he ever strive against Israel? or did he ever fight against them? That is, did he either make warre with Israel, or did he so much as challenge and plead his right to their land by law? That other name which Joash Gideons father occasionally gave him ( Judg: 6.31, 32.) takes part from this word; when the adverse party or Plaintiff impleads and commenseth his suit against the Defendant. Striving is taken in this sense and joined with warring in the description of that contest which Jephthah had with the King of the Children of Ammon (Judge: 11.25.) And now art thou any thing better then Balak the son of Zippor King of Moab? did he ever strive against Israel? or did he ever fight against them? That is, did he either make war with Israel, or did he so much as challenge and plead his right to their land by law? That other name which Joash Gideons father occasionally gave him (Judge: 6.31, 32.) Takes part from this word; c-crq dt j n1 cc n1 vvz cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. vvg vbz vvn p-acp d n1 cc vvn p-acp j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvi r-crq np1 vhd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 (n1: crd.) cc av vb2r pns21 d n1 av-jc cs np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 pp-f np1? vdd pns31 av vvi p-acp np1? cc vdd pns31 av vvi p-acp pno32? cst vbz, vdd pns31 av-d vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc vdd pns31 av av-d c-acp vvb cc vvi po31 n-jn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1? cst j-jn n1 r-crq n1 np1 n1 av-j vvd pno31 (n1: crd, crd) vvz n1 p-acp d n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 790 Page 243
4827 Therefore on that day he called him Jerubbaal, saying, Let Baal plead against him, because he hath throwne downe his altar. Therefore on that day he called him Jerubbaal, saying, Let Baal plead against him, Because he hath thrown down his altar. av p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd pno31 np1, vvg, vvb np1 vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 790 Page 243
4828 As if he had sayd, Let Baal come and enter his action against my Son if he please; As if he had said, Let Baal come and enter his actium against my Son if he please; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vvb np1 vvb cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1 cs pns31 vvb; (13) chapter (DIV2) 790 Page 243
4829 and let my Son alone to answer him. Thirdly, There is a logicall striving, or a striving by dint of argument and reason. Thus disputants strive; and let my Son alone to answer him. Thirdly, There is a logical striving, or a striving by dint of argument and reason. Thus disputants strive; cc vvb po11 n1 av-j pc-acp vvi pno31. ord, pc-acp vbz dt j vvg, cc dt vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. av n2 vvb; (13) chapter (DIV2) 790 Page 243
4846 He will not, he needeth not to answer, or give an account Of any of his matters, or, of any of his words. He will not, he needs not to answer, or give an account Of any of his matters, or, of any of his words. pns31 vmb xx, pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2, cc, pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 793 Page 244
4830 and Books of controversie about matters of faith and worship are called Bookes of Polemicall Divinity. Nor indeed hath any kind of strife been carried on with higher and hotter animosities then those mannaged by tongue and pen in writing and disputing. and Books of controversy about matters of faith and worship Are called Books of Polemical Divinity. Nor indeed hath any kind of strife been carried on with higher and hotter animosities then those managed by tongue and pen in writing and disputing. cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr vvn n2 pp-f j n1. ccx av vhz d n1 pp-f n1 vbn vvn a-acp p-acp jc cc jc n2 cs d vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg. (13) chapter (DIV2) 791 Page 243
4831 Foutthly, The word is applyed to any angry passionate chideing and complaining. Fourthly, The word is applied to any angry passionate chiding and complaining. j, dt n1 vbz vvd p-acp d j j n-vvg cc vvg. (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4832 Thus 'tis used in that famous history ( Exod: 17.) where th• people of Israel (having journeyed from Sin and pitched in Rep••••m, v. 1.) did chide with Moses: from which act (v: 7th) He called the place Massa and Meribah, Thus it's used in that famous history (Exod: 17.) where th• people of Israel (having journeyed from since and pitched in Rep••••m, v. 1.) did chide with Moses: from which act (v: 7th) He called the place Massa and Meribah, av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d j n1 (j: crd) r-crq n1 n1 pp-f np1 (vhg vvn p-acp n1 cc vvd p-acp fw-la, n1 crd) vdd vvi p-acp np1: p-acp r-crq n1 (crd: ord) pns31 vvd dt n1 np1 cc np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4833 because of the chideing of the chidren of Israel, and because they tempted the Lord, sayi•g, Is the Lord among us or not? Because the people of Israel strove with Moses, or rather with God himselfe, Because of the chiding of the Children of Israel, and Because they tempted the Lord, sayi•g, Is the Lord among us or not? Because the people of Israel strove with Moses, or rather with God himself, c-acp pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1, vvg, vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12 cc xx? p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp np1, cc av-c p-acp np1 px31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4834 Therefore to keepe them under the sence of this sin and provocation, Moses called the name of the place Meribah, which signifieth Striving. In this last sence, Therefore to keep them under the sense of this since and provocation, Moses called the name of the place Meribah, which signifies Striving. In this last sense, av pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, np1 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, r-crq vvz vvg. p-acp d ord n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4835 as striving is used by way of chideing and complaining we are to understand it here. as striving is used by Way of chiding and complaining we Are to understand it Here. c-acp vvg vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 av. (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4836 Why dost thou strive against him? (saith Elihu ) That is, why doest thou chide and complaine about the dealings of God with thee? or because he will not render thee a reason of his dealings with thee in this affliction. Why dost thou strive against him? (Says Elihu) That is, why dost thou chide and complain about the dealings of God with thee? or Because he will not render thee a reason of his dealings with thee in this affliction. q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? (vvz np1) cst vbz, q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno21? cc c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno21 p-acp d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4837 Job made many striving and chideing complaints, his first were eminently such ( Chap: 3.11.) Why dyed I not from the womb? why did I not give up the ghost when I came out of the belly? why did the knees prevent me, Job made many striving and chiding complaints, his First were eminently such (Chap: 3.11.) Why died I not from the womb? why did I not give up the ghost when I Come out of the belly? why did the knees prevent me, np1 vvd d vvg cc vvg n2, po31 ord vbdr av-j d (n1: crd.) q-crq vvd pns11 xx p-acp dt n1? q-crq vdd pns11 xx vvi a-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vvd av pp-f dt n1? q-crq vdd dt n2 vvb pno11, (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4838 or why the breasts, that I should sucke? He chideth hard about the hardnesse of his condition in this life, who chideth because he liveth. or why the breasts, that I should suck? He chideth hard about the hardness of his condition in this life, who chideth Because he lives. cc c-crq dt n2, cst pns11 vmd vvi? pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz c-acp pns31 vvz. (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4839 Read him in the same language ( Chap: 10.18.) and in a language not much unlike it in severall other places. Read him in the same language (Chap: 10.18.) and in a language not much unlike it in several other places. np1 pno31 p-acp dt d n1 (n1: crd.) cc p-acp dt n1 xx av-d av-j pn31 p-acp j j-jn n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4840 Yea Job doth (I say not formally yet vertually) call out or challenge God more then once to plead with him, Yea Job does (I say not formally yet virtually) call out or challenge God more then once to plead with him, uh np1 vdz (pns11 vvb xx av-j av av-j) vvb av cc vvi np1 av-dc cs a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4841 and make good his cause against him. and make good his cause against him. cc vvi j po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4842 Why dost thou strive with him? For he giveth no account of any of his matters. Why dost thou strive with him? For he gives no account of any of his matters. q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? c-acp pns31 vvz dx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 792 Page 244
4843 The word signifieth properly to answer, and so the text might well enough be rendred here out of the originall, he answereth not. Mr Broughton saith, He will not speake for all his dealings. The word signifies properly to answer, and so the text might well enough be rendered Here out of the original, he Answers not. Mr Broughton Says, He will not speak for all his dealings. dt n1 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi, cc av dt n1 vmd av av-d vbi vvn av av pp-f dt n-jn, pns31 vvz xx. n1 np1 vvz, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d po31 n2-vvg. (13) chapter (DIV2) 793 Page 244
4844 If If any man demand of God a reason of his doings, he may chuse whether he will give it him or no: If If any man demand of God a reason of his doings, he may choose whither he will give it him or not: cs cs d n1 n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f png31 n2-vdg, pns31 vmb vvi cs pns31 vmb vvi pn31 pno31 cc xx: (13) chapter (DIV2) 793 Page 244
4845 He will not be brought to a reckoning: He will not be brought to a reckoning: pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg: (13) chapter (DIV2) 793 Page 244
4885 as a ground or reason given by Elihu why Job ought not to strive with God, as a ground or reason given by Elihu why Job ought not to strive with God, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp np1 c-crq np1 vmd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 800 Page 246
4847 'Tis frequent in the Hebrew to expresse matters or things, by this word, which in strictness signifieth but a word. (Chap: 19.28.) Seeing the root of the matter (the text is the root of the word) is found in me. So here, He giveth not account of any of his words or matters. It's frequent in the Hebrew to express matters or things, by this word, which in strictness signifies but a word. (Chap: 19.28.) Seeing the root of the matter (the text is the root of the word) is found in me. So Here, He gives not account of any of his words or matters. pn31|vbz j p-acp dt njp pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, p-acp d n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. (n1: crd.) vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1) vbz vvn p-acp pno11. av av, pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2 cc n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4848 Againe, The originall saith, He giveth not account of all his matters. Again, The original Says, He gives not account of all his matters. av, dt n-jn vvz, pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4849 We translate full and right to the sence, when we say, He giveth not account of any of his matters. We translate full and right to the sense, when we say, He gives not account of any of his matters. pns12 vvb j cc av-jn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vvb, pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4850 For the meaning of Elihu is not that God giveth an account of some (though that be a truth) but not indeed of all his matters, he hath some reserved cases and counsels, For the meaning of Elihu is not that God gives an account of Some (though that be a truth) but not indeed of all his matters, he hath Some reserved cases and Counsels, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx d np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d (cs d vbb dt n1) cc-acp xx av pp-f d po31 n2, pns31 vhz d vvn n2 cc n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4851 but his meaning is, that he is not oblidg'd to give any man an account of so much as of any of his matters. but his meaning is, that he is not obliged to give any man an account of so much as of any of his matters. cc-acp po31 n1 vbz, cst pns31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 dt n1 pp-f av av-d c-acp pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4852 And then, that universall is to be taken distributively, A•l for any. So we render it ( Psal: 147.20. ) where the Psalmist shewing the speciall priviledges of Gods people, saith, He hath not dealt so with all nations; And then, that universal is to be taken distributively, A•l for any. So we render it (Psalm: 147.20.) where the Psalmist showing the special privileges of God's people, Says, He hath not dealt so with all Nations; cc av, cst j vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, vmb p-acp d. av pns12 vvb pn31 (np1: crd.) c-crq dt n1 vvg dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, vvz, pns31 vhz xx vvn av p-acp d n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4853 We translate, more emphatically, He hath not dealt so with any nation. We translate, more emphatically, He hath not dealt so with any Nation. pns12 vvb, av-dc av-j, pns31 vhz xx vvn av p-acp d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4854 God was so far from giving the same priviledge to all nations, which he gave to his Israel, that he gave not the same to any nation. God was so Far from giving the same privilege to all Nations, which he gave to his Israel, that he gave not the same to any Nation. np1 vbds av av-j p-acp vvg dt d n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 np1, cst pns31 vvd xx dt d p-acp d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4855 As if he had sayd, God hath honoured his peculiar people with peculiar favours, goe enquire and search all the nations of the world, As if he had said, God hath honoured his peculiar people with peculiar favours, go inquire and search all the Nations of the world, p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, np1 vhz vvn po31 j n1 p-acp j n2, vvb vvi cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4856 and ye shall not picke out a people upon whom God hath bestowed such rich and precious mercies, and you shall not pick out a people upon whom God hath bestowed such rich and precious Mercies, cc pn22 vmb xx vvi av dt n1 p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn d j cc j n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4857 as he hath upon his Israel. as he hath upon his Israel. c-acp pns31 vhz p-acp po31 np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4858 And to this day the Israel of God in every nation enjoy such spirituall priviledges and mercies as the Nations with whom they are civilly mingled know not of. But, to the poynt; And to this day the Israel of God in every Nation enjoy such spiritual privileges and Mercies as the nations with whom they Are civilly mingled know not of. But, to the point; cc p-acp d n1 dt np1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vvi d j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr av-j vvn vvb xx pp-f. p-acp, p-acp dt n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4859 Thus here, He giveth not account of all; that is, not of any of his matters. Thus Here, He gives not account of all; that is, not of any of his matters. av av, pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d; cst vbz, xx pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 794 Page 245
4860 Most of the Greeke translaters render (according to the strictnesse of the letter) not matters but words: Most of the Greek translators render (according to the strictness of the Letter) not matters but words: av-ds pp-f dt jp n2 vvb (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) xx n2 p-acp n2: (13) chapter (DIV2) 795 Page 245
4861 Why dost thou strive with him? for his words are such as to wh•ch none can answer. Why dost thou strive with him? for his words Are such as to wh•ch none can answer. q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? p-acp po31 n2 vbr d c-acp pc-acp vvi pix vmb vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 795 Page 245
4862 As if the meaning of Elihu were; when God speakes, no man is able to reply upon him, or contradict him. His sayings are indeed irrefragable. Thus they glosse their translation; As if the meaning of Elihu were; when God speaks, no man is able to reply upon him, or contradict him. His sayings Are indeed irrefragable. Thus they gloss their Translation; c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr; c-crq np1 vvz, dx n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31. po31 n2-vvg vbr av j. av pns32 n1 po32 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 795 Page 245
4863 Why dost thou call him into Judgement, or strive with him? for all his speeches are such as cannot be contradicted. Why dost thou call him into Judgement, or strive with him? for all his Speeches Are such as cannot be contradicted. c-crq vd2 pns21 vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31? p-acp d po31 n2 vbr d c-acp vmbx vbi vvd. (13) chapter (DIV2) 795 Page 245
4864 If God oppose, who can answer, and if God answer, who can oppose him? That's a good sence, though not a good translation. If God oppose, who can answer, and if God answer, who can oppose him? That's a good sense, though not a good Translation. cs np1 vvb, r-crq vmb vvi, cc cs np1 vvb, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? d|vbz dt j n1, cs xx dt j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 795 Page 245
4865 Some others interpret the latter part of the verse as containing Job's answer to the question put by Elihu in the first part of it; some Others interpret the latter part of the verse as containing Job's answer to the question put by Elihu in the First part of it; d n2-jn vvb dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp vvg npg1 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f pn31; (13) chapter (DIV2) 796 Page 245
4866 Why dost thou strive with God? (saith Elihu ) To which Job is supposed, replying, Because he gives me not an account of my matters; Why dost thou strive with God? (Says Elihu) To which Job is supposed, replying, Because he gives me not an account of my matters; c-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp np1? (vvz np1) p-acp r-crq np1 vbz vvn, vvg, c-acp pns31 vvz pno11 xx dt n1 pp-f po11 n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 796 Page 245
4867 God doth not answer to my words, and therefore pardon me if I complaine or strive with him: God does not answer to my words, and Therefore pardon me if I complain or strive with him: np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp po11 n2, cc av vvb pno11 cs pns11 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno31: (13) chapter (DIV2) 796 Page 245
4868 I hope while I am thus unanswered you will hold me excused if I move againe and againe, I hope while I am thus unanswered you will hold me excused if I move again and again, pns11 vvb cs pns11 vbm av j pn22 vmb vvi pno11 vvd cs pns11 vvb av cc av, (13) chapter (DIV2) 796 Page 246
4869 yea, even strive for an answer. yea, even strive for an answer. uh, av vvb p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 796 Page 246
4870 But the Grammar of the text is against this reading, the words being plainly in the third person, his matters, not in the first, my matters; and 'tis too great a boldnesse with the text, to make such a change in the translation. But the Grammar of the text is against this reading, the words being plainly in the third person, his matters, not in the First, my matters; and it's too great a boldness with the text, to make such a change in the Translation. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp d n-vvg, dt n2 vbg av-j p-acp dt ord n1, po31 n2, xx p-acp dt ord, po11 n2; cc pn31|vbz av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 796 Page 246
4871 Besides 'tis more agreeable to the scope of the place, to take the latter part of the verse as a reason given by Elihu, why Job should not strive with God, Beside it's more agreeable to the scope of the place, to take the latter part of the verse as a reason given by Elihu, why Job should not strive with God, p-acp pn31|vbz dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, q-crq np1 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 796 Page 246
4872 then to take it as a reason given by Job why he did. then to take it as a reason given by Job why he did. cs pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vdd. (13) chapter (DIV2) 796 Page 246
4873 I find a learned translater among the Modernes, who taking the latter part of the verse as a reason given by Job of his striving with God spoken of in the first, yet keepes to the third person; I find a learned Translator among the Moderns, who taking the latter part of the verse as a reason given by Job of his striving with God spoken of in the First, yet keeps to the third person; pns11 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n2-j, r-crq vvg dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po31 vvg p-acp np1 vvn pp-f p-acp dt ord, av vvz p-acp dt ord n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 797 Page 246
4874 Why dost thou strive with him? Because he will not give an answer (or an account) of all his matters. Why dost thou strive with him? Because he will not give an answer (or an account) of all his matters. c-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? p-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 (cc dt n1) pp-f d po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 797 Page 246
4875 As if Elihu had sayd, I plainly perceive the cause why thou (O Job) art so unquiet, As if Elihu had said, I plainly perceive the cause why thou (Oh Job) art so unquiet, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pns11 av-j vvb dt n1 c-crq pns21 (uh n1) vb2r av j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 797 Page 246
4876 and still persistest striving with God, 'Tis even because he doth not answer thy so often repeated desire, to summon thy appearance before him, and still persistest striving with God, It's even Because he does not answer thy so often repeated desire, to summon thy appearance before him, cc av vv2 vvg p-acp np1, pn31|vbz av c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi po21 av av vvn n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 797 Page 246
4877 and then to give thee an account of his proceedings with thee. and then to give thee an account of his proceedings with thee. cc av pc-acp vvi pno21 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno21. (13) chapter (DIV2) 797 Page 246
4878 But consider, man? art thou well in thy wits? knowest thou what thou dost, But Consider, man? art thou well in thy wits? Knowest thou what thou dost, cc-acp vvb, n1? vb2r pns21 av p-acp po21 n2? vv2 pns21 r-crq pns21 vd2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 797 Page 246
4879 or sayest? wilt thou a poore narrow-hearted creature take it ill at the hands of the great God, or Sayest? wilt thou a poor narrowhearted creature take it ill At the hands of the great God, cc vv2? vm2 pns21 dt j j n1 vvb pn31 av-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 797 Page 246
4880 and as it were strive with him, btcause he doth not render a reason of all his matters, and as it were strive with him, btcause he does not render a reason of all his matters, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr vvi p-acp pno31, n1 pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 797 Page 246
4881 and expound all his doings unto thee? The argument may be formed thus. and expound all his doings unto thee? The argument may be formed thus. cc vvi d po31 n2-vdg p-acp pno21? dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av. (13) chapter (DIV2) 797 Page 246
4882 He is not just or right who striveth with God, because God doth not give him a reason of all his actions and administrations. He is not just or right who striveth with God, Because God does not give him a reason of all his actions and administrations. pns31 vbz xx j cc j-jn r-crq vvz p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vdz xx vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2 cc n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 798 Page 246
4883 But thou seemest to strive with God, because he hath not given thee an account or reason of his administrations towards thee; therefore thou art not just. But thou seemest to strive with God, Because he hath not given thee an account or reason of his administrations towards thee; Therefore thou art not just. cc-acp pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn pno21 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp pno21; av pns21 vb2r xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 799 Page 246
4884 This is a faire and proper sence; yet I shall keepe to our reading, and make this latter part of the verse, This is a fair and proper sense; yet I shall keep to our reading, and make this latter part of the verse, d vbz dt j cc j n1; av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n-vvg, cc vvi d d n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 800 Page 246
4887 As if Elihu had sayd, Why dost thou strive against him? Consider as God is greater then man, so he is absolute in his greatnesse, As if Elihu had said, Why dost thou strive against him? Consider as God is greater then man, so he is absolute in his greatness, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, uh-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? vvb p-acp np1 vbz jc cs n1, av pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 800 Page 246
4888 or his is a soveraigne Greatnesse. For he giveth not account of any of his matters. or his is a sovereign Greatness. For he gives not account of any of his matters. cc po31 vbz dt j-jn n1. p-acp pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 800 Page 246
4889 This I conceive the best and clearest rendring of these words, which thus understood yeilds us severall usefull observations: This I conceive the best and Clearest rendering of these words, which thus understood yields us several useful observations: d pns11 vvb dt js cc js vvg pp-f d n2, r-crq av vvn vvz pno12 j j n2: (13) chapter (DIV2) 801 Page 246
4890 First, upon the whole matter, thus: Gracious men doe not alwayes hold out the same gracious frame of spirit. First, upon the Whole matter, thus: Gracious men do not always hold out the same gracious frame of Spirit. ord, p-acp dt j-jn n1, av: j n2 vdb xx av vvi av dt d j n1 pp-f n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 801 Page 246
4891 There was a time when Job was far from striving with God, far from doing or speaking any thing which had the least shadow or savour of it. There was a time when Job was Far from striving with God, Far from doing or speaking any thing which had the least shadow or savour of it. a-acp vbds dt n1 c-crq np1 vbds av-j p-acp vvg p-acp np1, av-j p-acp vdg cc vvg d n1 r-crq vhd dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4892 Time was, when Job was altogether for, and in submitting to God; Time was, when Job was altogether for, and in submitting to God; n1 vbds, c-crq np1 vbds av p-acp, cc p-acp vvg p-acp np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4893 Let God doe what he will with him, he had not a word to say against him. Let God do what he will with him, he had not a word to say against him. vvb np1 vdb r-crq pns31 vmb p-acp pno31, pns31 vhd xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4894 After all the sad reports and messages which were brought to him of the devastation of his whole estate in the field, After all the sad reports and messages which were brought to him of the devastation of his Whole estate in the field, p-acp d dt j n2 cc n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4895 yea of the disasterous death of all his children in one day, and at once; yea of the disastrous death of all his children in one day, and At once; uh pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d po31 n2 p-acp crd n1, cc p-acp a-acp; (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4896 did Job strive with God? did he utter one word of complaint, or so much as of any dissatisfaction? No, not one, did Job strive with God? did he utter one word of complaint, or so much as of any dissatisfaction? No, not one, vdd np1 vvb p-acp np1? vdd pns31 vvi crd n1 pp-f n1, cc av av-d c-acp pp-f d n1? uh-dx, xx pi, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4897 but gave Glory by this confession; but gave Glory by this Confessi; cc-acp vvd n1 p-acp d n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4898 The Lord hath given, and the Lord hath taken, blessed be the name of the Lord. The Lord hath given, and the Lord hath taken, blessed be the name of the Lord. dt n1 vhz vvn, cc dt n1 vhz vvn, j-vvn vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4899 Was not here a cleare yeilding of himselfe up to God, to doe what he would with him? Did he not freely lay himselfe low, Was not Here a clear yielding of himself up to God, to do what he would with him? Did he not freely lay himself low, vbds xx av dt j n-vvg pp-f px31 p-acp p-acp np1, pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vmd p-acp pno31? vdd pns31 xx av-j vvi px31 j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4900 when God had layed him at the lowest? who ever heard or read of a more perfect worke of patience in a meere mortall man? Yet in the process of the business, Job did not only speak such words as carried a shadow of striving with God, when God had laid him At the lowest? who ever herd or read of a more perfect work of patience in a mere Mortal man? Yet in the process of the business, Job did not only speak such words as carried a shadow of striving with God, c-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp dt js? q-crq av vvn cc vvn pp-f dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j j-jn n1? av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 vdd xx av-j vvi d n2 c-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4901 but were reall strivings and uncomely pleadings with him. but were real strivings and uncomely pleadings with him. cc-acp vbdr j n2-vvg cc j n2 p-acp pno31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4902 His heart did not retaine that first sweet submissive frame throughout the affliction, which appeared to admiration at the beginning of it. His heart did not retain that First sweet submissive frame throughout the affliction, which appeared to admiration At the beginning of it. po31 n1 vdd xx vvi cst ord j j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4903 The state of grace abideth alwayes, 'tis not (as some affirme) loseable; 'tis not, like the best things of this world perishing. The state of grace Abideth always, it's not (as Some affirm) loseable; it's not, like the best things of this world perishing. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av, pn31|vbz xx (c-acp d vvb) j; pn31|vbz xx, av-j dt js n2 pp-f d n1 vvg. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4904 But though a state of Grace abideth alwayes, yet every mans grace (if any mans) doth not alwayes abide in the same state. But though a state of Grace Abideth always, yet every men grace (if any men) does not always abide in the same state. p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av, av d ng1 n1 (cs d n2) vdz xx av vvi p-acp dt d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4905 A true frame of grace shall never be destroyed, but the heart of a gracious man doth not alwayes continue in the same frame. A true frame of grace shall never be destroyed, but the heart of a gracious man does not always continue in the same frame. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vdz xx av vvi p-acp dt d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4906 The heate of grace may be cooled, the hight of it abated, the strength of it weakned, The heat of grace may be cooled, the hight of it abated, the strength of it weakened, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvd, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvd, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4907 and the beauty of it faded. and the beauty of it faded. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvd. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4908 He that a while agoe walked and acted very humbly, may upon another temptation act very proudly, He that a while ago walked and acted very humbly, may upon Another temptation act very proudly, pns31 cst dt n1 av vvn cc vvn av av-j, vmb p-acp j-jn n1 vvi av av-j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4909 and walke as if he were above all his brethren. He that one while hath acted very self-denyingly, may at another time act very self-seekingly. and walk as if he were above all his brothers. He that one while hath acted very Self-denyingly, may At Another time act very self-seekingly. cc vvi c-acp cs pns31 vbdr p-acp d po31 n2. pns31 cst crd n1 vhz vvn av j, vmb p-acp j-jn n1 n1 av j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4910 He that hath acted very lovingly, (the very law of love being stamped upon his words and workes) may at another time act very unlovely and lovelesly, He that hath acted very lovingly, (the very law of love being stamped upon his words and works) may At Another time act very unlovely and lovelesly, pns31 cst vhz vvn av av-vvg, (dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbg vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2) vmb p-acp j-jn n1 n1 av j cc av-j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4911 and doe things which are very much beside and below, yea contrary to the fulfilling of that royall Law; and do things which Are very much beside and below, yea contrary to the fulfilling of that royal Law; cc vdb n2 r-crq vbr av av-d a-acp cc a-acp, uh vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f cst j n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 247
4912 He may be so far from bearing his brothers burden, (which is the fulfilling of that law of Christ, Gal: 6.2.) that he may be a burden to his brother. He may be so Far from bearing his Brother's burden, (which is the fulfilling of that law of christ, Gall: 6.2.) that he may be a burden to his brother. pns31 vmb vbi av av-j p-acp vvg po31 ng1 n1, (r-crq vbz dt j-vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, n1: crd.) cst pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4913 And while at one time you might have done and spoken almost what you would to him, And while At one time you might have done and spoken almost what you would to him, cc cs p-acp crd n1 pn22 vmd vhi vdn cc vvn av r-crq pn22 vmd p-acp pno31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4914 and he could beare it, at another time, doe what you can, or speake what you can, he is offended. and he could bear it, At Another time, do what you can, or speak what you can, he is offended. cc pns31 vmd vvi pn31, p-acp j-jn n1, vdb r-crq pn22 vmb, cc vvb r-crq pn22 vmb, pns31 vbz vvn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4915 Such changes and varieties are found upon the most gracious frames of spirit, which the best of Saints have in this world: Such changes and varieties Are found upon the most gracious frames of Spirit, which the best of Saints have in this world: d n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq dt js pp-f n2 vhb p-acp d n1: (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4916 We have only this to hold to, the state of grace is unchangeable, and we are waiting for such a frame of grace as shall never change. We have only this to hold to, the state of grace is unchangeable, and we Are waiting for such a frame of grace as shall never change. pns12 vhb av-j d pc-acp vvi p-acp, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j-u, cc pns12 vbr vvg p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp vmb av-x vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4917 That gracious frame in which the hand of God will set us up in the day of our resurrection to glory, shall never change, That gracious frame in which the hand of God will Set us up in the day of our resurrection to glory, shall never change, cst j n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1, vmb av-x vvi, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4918 nor decline a haires breadth to all eternity. nor decline a hairs breadth to all eternity. ccx vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4919 We shall be as pure, and as holy, and as spirituall, and as heavenly, and as meeke, We shall be as pure, and as holy, and as spiritual, and as heavenly, and as meek, pns12 vmb vbi a-acp j, cc p-acp j, cc p-acp j, cc p-acp j, cc p-acp j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4920 and as full of the praise of God for ever, as ever. and as full of the praise of God for ever, as ever. cc p-acp j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp av, c-acp av. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4921 As full to eternity as in the very first moment in which that glorious frame shall be set up. As full to eternity as in the very First moment in which that glorious frame shall be Set up. p-acp j p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt av ord n1 p-acp r-crq d j n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4922 But in this life to how great a degree of grace soever we attaine, we seldome retaine the same degree, But in this life to how great a degree of grace soever we attain, we seldom retain the same degree, p-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp c-crq j dt n1 pp-f n1 av pns12 vvi, pns12 av vvi dt d n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4923 but are flowing and ebbing like the water, waxing and waining like the Moone. but Are flowing and ebbing like the water, waxing and waining like the Moon. cc-acp vbr vvg cc vvg av-j dt n1, j-vvg cc vvg av-j dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4924 Job was sound striving with God, who a little before had so humbly submitted and was so fully resigned unto him. Secondly, Observe. Job was found striving with God, who a little before had so humbly submitted and was so Fully resigned unto him. Secondly, Observe. np1 vbds j vvg p-acp np1, r-crq dt j a-acp vhd av av-j vvn cc vbds av av-j vvn p-acp pno31. ord, vvb. (13) chapter (DIV2) 802 Page 248
4925 There is a spirit in man very apt to strive with God. There is a Spirit in man very apt to strive with God. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 av j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 803 Page 248
4926 Doe ye thinke (saith the Apostle, Jam: 4.5.) that the Scripture saith in vaine, The spirit that dwelleth in us, lusteth to envie, or (as the margin hath it) enviously; surely no; Do you think (Says the Apostle, Jam: 4.5.) that the Scripture Says in vain, The Spirit that dwells in us, Lusteth to envy, or (as the margin hath it) enviously; surely not; vdb pn22 vvb (vvz dt n1, fw-la: crd.) cst dt n1 vvz p-acp j, dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12, vvz pc-acp vvi, cc (c-acp dt n1 vhz pn31) av-j; av-j xx; (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 248
4927 the Scripture doth not speake this in vaine, and if any thinke it doth, their thoughts are vaine. the Scripture does not speak this in vain, and if any think it does, their thoughts Are vain. dt n1 vdz xx vvi d p-acp j, cc cs d vvb pn31 vdz, po32 n2 vbr j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 248
4928 Now, as there are lustings in men to envie against their brethren, because of the gifts and good things of God which they enjoy; Now, as there Are lustings in men to envy against their brothers, Because of the Gifts and good things of God which they enjoy; av, c-acp pc-acp vbr n2-vvg p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pp-f dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f np1 r-crq pns32 vvb; (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 248
4929 so there are lustings in men to discontent against God, because of the evills which themselves suffer. so there Are lustings in men to discontent against God, Because of the evils which themselves suffer. av a-acp vbr n2-vvg p-acp n2 p-acp n-jn p-acp np1, c-acp pp-f dt n2-jn r-crq px32 vvb. (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 248
4930 When God seemes to contend with us, we really fall to contending with God. The waters of Meribah will be an everlasting winess of this; When God seems to contend with us, we really fallen to contending with God. The waters of Meribah will be an everlasting winess of this; c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, pns12 av-j vvb p-acp vvg p-acp np1. dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f d; (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 248
4931 of which Moses sayd ( Numb: 20.13.) This is the water of Meribah, because the children of Israel strove with the Lord, of which Moses said (Numb: 20.13.) This is the water of Meribah, Because the children of Israel strove with the Lord, pp-f r-crq np1 vvd (j: crd.) d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 248
4932 and he was sanctified in them. and he was sanctified in them. cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 248
4933 The Apostle doth more then intimate this readiness of man to strive with God, while by a vehement expostulation he checks it, The Apostle does more then intimate this readiness of man to strive with God, while by a vehement expostulation he Checks it, dt n1 vdz dc cs vvi d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cs p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz pn31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 248
4934 and reproves all men for it. (1 Cor: 10.22.) Doe we provoke the Lord to jealousie? are we stronger then he? They presume much upon their strength, who are forward to strive, they especially who provoke and challenge others to strive with them. and reproves all men for it. (1 Cor: 10.22.) Do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we Stronger then he? They presume much upon their strength, who Are forward to strive, they especially who provoke and challenge Others to strive with them. cc vvz d n2 c-acp pn31. (crd fw-la: crd.) vdb pns12 vvi dt n1 p-acp n1? vbr pns12 jc cs pns31? pns32 vvb av-d p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi, pns32 av-j r-crq vvb cc vvi n2-jn p-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 249
4935 There is a spirit in man which stouts it with God, even to a provocation of strife with him. There is a Spirit in man which stouts it with God, even to a provocation of strife with him. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp np1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 804 Page 249
4936 But you will say, When may we be sayd to strive with God? I answer, we doe it these foure wayes. But you will say, When may we be said to strive with God? I answer, we do it these foure ways. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, c-crq vmb pns12 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? pns11 vvb, pns12 vdb pn31 d crd n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 805 Page 249
4937 First, Man striveth with God by disobeying his commands; that's a strife with his holiness. The lawes of God beare the image or stampe of his holiness. First, Man striveth with God by disobeying his commands; that's a strife with his holiness. The laws of God bear the image or stamp of his holiness. ord, n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp vvg po31 n2; d|vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 806 Page 249
4938 All disobedience is an unanswerableness to the Law, wilfull disobedience is a making voyd the Law. All disobedience is an unanswerableness to the Law, wilful disobedience is a making void the Law. av-d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, j n1 vbz dt vvg j dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 806 Page 249
4939 He that is resolved to sin, wisheth there were no Law to stop him from sinning, He that is resolved to since, wishes there were no Law to stop him from sinning, pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1, vvz a-acp vbdr dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg, (13) chapter (DIV2) 806 Page 249
4940 or to punish him when he hath sinned. or to Punish him when he hath sinned. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 806 Page 249
4941 What greater strife can be raised against the Law-giver, then to wish he had given no such Law? What greater strife can be raised against the Lawgiver, then to wish he had given no such Law? q-crq jc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi pns31 vhd vvn dx d n1? (13) chapter (DIV2) 806 Page 249
4942 Secondly, Men strive with God, by not believing or distrusting his promises. That's a strife with his faithfulness, or with his power. Secondly, Men strive with God, by not believing or distrusting his promises. That's a strife with his faithfulness, or with his power. ord, n2 vvb p-acp np1, p-acp xx vvg cc vvg po31 n2. d|vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4943 Unbeliefe is one of the worst wayes, if not the worst of all the wayes of striving with God. Unbelief is one of the worst ways, if not the worst of all the ways of striving with God. n1 vbz pi pp-f dt js n2, cs xx dt js pp-f d dt n2 pp-f vvg p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4944 The reason why that place at the rock in Horeb was called Meribah (Exod: 17.7.) was because the people did not believe. The reason why that place At the rock in Horeb was called Meribah (Exod: 17.7.) was Because the people did not believe. dt n1 c-crq d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 vbds vvn np1 (j: crd.) vbds p-acp dt n1 vdd xx vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4945 They thought they must dye with thirst in the wilderness when they saw no water. They Thought they must die with thirst in the Wilderness when they saw no water. pns32 vvd pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvd dx n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4946 They fell to this sin againe a second time upon the like occasion, while they abode in Kadesh (Numb: 20.1, 2, 3.) And as the people strove there with God by their rebellious unbeliefe, They fell to this since again a second time upon the like occasion, while they Abided in Kadesh (Numb: 20.1, 2, 3.) And as the people strove there with God by their rebellious unbelief, pns32 vvd p-acp d n1 av dt ord n1 p-acp dt j n1, cs pns32 vvd p-acp np1 (j: crd, crd, crd) cc c-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp po32 j n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4947 so also did Moses and Aaron by their unbeliefe, that God would give water to such rebells, so also did Moses and Aaron by their unbelief, that God would give water to such rebels, av av vdd np1 cc np1 p-acp po32 n1, cst np1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp d n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4948 as it follows in the same Chapter ( v. 10, 11, 12.) There is no sin so often, as it follows in the same Chapter (v. 10, 11, 12.) There is no since so often, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt d n1 (n1 crd, crd, crd) pc-acp vbz dx n1 av av, (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4949 or so properly called a provocation as unbeliefe is. or so properly called a provocation as unbelief is. cc av av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz. (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4972 We never act so unlike either creatures, or new creatures, Saints, and Christians, as when we strive with God. We never act so unlike either creatures, or new creatures, Saints, and Christians, as when we strive with God. pns12 av-x vvi av av-j d n2, cc j n2, n2, cc np1, c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 813 Page 250
4950 Yea by unbeliefe we strive so much with God, that we are sayd to weary him ( Isa: 7.13.) O how doe they weary God, who either thinke him so weake that he cannot, Yea by unbelief we strive so much with God, that we Are said to weary him (Isaiah: 7.13.) O how do they weary God, who either think him so weak that he cannot, uh p-acp n1 pns12 vvb av av-d p-acp np1, cst pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 (np1: crd.) sy q-crq vdb pns32 j np1, r-crq d vvb pno31 av j cst pns31 vmbx, (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4951 or so unfaithfull that he will not make good his word, or performe his promises! The first of these is alwayes in unbeliefe, the latter often. or so unfaithful that he will not make good his word, or perform his promises! The First of these is always in unbelief, the latter often. cc av j cst pns31 vmb xx vvi j po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n2! dt ord pp-f d vbz av p-acp n1, dt d av. (13) chapter (DIV2) 807 Page 249
4952 Thirdly, We strive with God by not bearing his hand, or by our impatience under the cross which his hand layeth upon us: Thirdly, We strive with God by not bearing his hand, or by our impatience under the cross which his hand Layeth upon us: ord, pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp xx vvg po31 n1, cc p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno12: (13) chapter (DIV2) 808 Page 249
4953 while we quarrell with the rod, we quarrell with God who chasteneth us with it. This was the most speciall way in which Job strove with God; while we quarrel with the rod, we quarrel with God who Chasteneth us with it. This was the most special Way in which Job strove with God; cs pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvi p-acp np1 r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp pn31. d vbds dt av-ds j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 808 Page 249
4954 and the sinfulness of it, hath been severall times toucht upon in this booke. and the sinfulness of it, hath been several times touched upon in this book. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, vhz vbn j n2 vvn p-acp p-acp d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 808 Page 249
4955 Fourthly, any murmuring word about, yea any discōtented thought with our owne condition, though not vented by words, Fourthly, any murmuring word about, yea any discontented Thought with our own condition, though not vented by words, ord, d j-vvg n1 a-acp, uh d j-vvn n1 p-acp po12 d n1, cs xx vvd p-acp n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 809 Page 250
4956 though it be kept in, and lye close in the bosome, is a striving with God. though it be kept in, and lie close in the bosom, is a striving with God. cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp, cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, vbz dt vvg p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 809 Page 250
4957 And so likewise is any tumultuating thought about his providences towards others, and his stating of affaires in the world. And so likewise is any Tumultuating Thought about his providences towards Others, and his stating of affairs in the world. cc av av vbz d j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n2-jn, cc po31 vvg pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 809 Page 250
4958 Now as there is such a sinfull principle in man to strive with God; Now as there is such a sinful principle in man to strive with God; av c-acp pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 810 Page 250
4959 so considering, as hath been shewed, how many wayes it workes (and many more wayes of its working might be shewed, this, I say, being considered) we may be found striving with God before we thinke of it, so considering, as hath been showed, how many ways it works (and many more ways of its working might be showed, this, I say, being considered) we may be found striving with God before we think of it, av vvg, c-acp vhz vbn vvn, c-crq d n2 pn31 vvz (cc d dc n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg vmd vbi vvn, d, pns11 vvb, vbg vvn) pns12 vmb vbi vvn vvg p-acp np1 c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f pn31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 810 Page 250
4960 yea while we oppose the very thought of it. yea while we oppose the very Thought of it. uh cs pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 810 Page 250
4961 Therefore (as Gamaliel warned the Jewes, saying ( Acts 5.39.) Take heed what ye doe, Therefore (as Gamaliel warned the Jews, saying (Acts 5.39.) Take heed what you do, av (c-acp np1 vvd dt np2, vvg (n2 crd.) vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vdb, (13) chapter (DIV2) 810 Page 250
4962 lest haply ye be found even to fight against God; lest haply you be found even to fight against God; cs av pn22 vbb vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 810 Page 250
4963 Those Jewes did not thinke their opposing the Messengers and Ministers of Christ, was a fighting against God; Those Jews did not think their opposing the Messengers and Ministers of christ, was a fighting against God; d np2 vdd xx vvi po32 vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, vbds dt vvg p-acp np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 810 Page 250
4964 But Gamaliel told them plainely it was. But Gamaliel told them plainly it was. cc-acp np1 vvd pno32 av-j pn31 vbds. (13) chapter (DIV2) 810 Page 250
4965 So in many other cases, we may do & say that which brings us under the same charge of striving with or against God, So in many other cases, we may do & say that which brings us under the same charge of striving with or against God, av p-acp d j-jn n2, pns12 vmb vdi cc vvi d r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp cc p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 810 Page 250
4966 though we have no purpose (as Job had not) to strive with him. though we have no purpose (as Job had not) to strive with him. cs pns12 vhb dx n1 (c-acp n1 vhd xx) pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 810 Page 250
4967 Againe, As this text sheweth us Job striving with God, so it sheweth us Elihu striving with or questioning Job about it. Again, As this text shows us Job striving with God, so it shows us Elihu striving with or questioning Job about it. av, c-acp d n1 vvz pno12 np1 vvg p-acp np1, av pn31 vvz pno12 np1 vvg p-acp cc vvg np1 p-acp pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 811 Page 250
4968 This question or expostulation, Why dost thou strive with him? was a chideing severe reproofe of him for doing so. Hence note. This question or expostulation, Why dost thou strive with him? was a chiding severe reproof of him for doing so. Hence note. d n1 cc n1, uh-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? vbds dt vvg j n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp vdg av. av vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 811 Page 250
4969 For man to strive with God is most uncomely. For man to strive with God is most uncomely. p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 vbz av-ds j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 812 Page 250
4970 Doth it suite the condition, or become the state of man to doe so? it doth not become man as a creature to strive with God, much lesse as a new creature, Does it suit the condition, or become the state of man to do so? it does not become man as a creature to strive with God, much less as a new creature, vdz pn31 n1 dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi av? pn31 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, av-d av-dc p-acp dt j n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 813 Page 250
4971 as a professed servant of God, as a Saint, as a Christian. as a professed servant of God, as a Saint, as a Christian. c-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1, c-acp dt njp. (13) chapter (DIV2) 813 Page 250
4973 'Tis a shame for a childe to strive with his father, or for a servant to strive with his Master, It's a shame for a child to strive with his father, or for a servant to strive with his Master, pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 813 Page 250
4974 how much more for a creature to strive with his Creator, man with God? how much more for a creature to strive with his Creator, man with God? c-crq d dc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, n1 p-acp np1? (13) chapter (DIV2) 813 Page 250
4975 Fourthly, The rebuke which Elihu gave Job, did not only import the uncomelinesse of his striving with God, but the sinfulnesse of it. Hence note. Fourthly, The rebuke which Elihu gave Job, did not only import the uncomeliness of his striving with God, but the sinfulness of it. Hence note. ord, dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd np1, vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg p-acp np1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. av vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 814 Page 250
4976 To strive with God (in any of those wayes before described) is a sin exceeding sinfull. To strive with God (in any of those ways before described) is a since exceeding sinful. p-acp vvi p-acp np1 (p-acp d pp-f d n2 a-acp vvn) vbz dt n1 vvg j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 815 Page 250
4977 How extreamly sinfull it is for man to strive with God, appeares by all the relative duties of man to God: How extremely sinful it is for man to strive with God, appears by all the relative duties of man to God: q-crq av-jn j pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vvz p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1: (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4978 Every servant and son of God, is bound, first, to submit to God; Every servant and son of God, is bound, First, to submit to God; d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbz vvn, ord, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4979 is it not exceeding sinfull to strive where we ought to submit? Secondly, Every godly man by these relations to God, is bound to be content with (which is more then barely to submit to) all his dealings; is it not exceeding sinful to strive where we ought to submit? Secondly, Every godly man by these relations to God, is bound to be content with (which is more then barely to submit to) all his dealings; vbz pn31 xx vvg j pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi? ord, d j n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp np1, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp (r-crq vbz av-dc cs av-j pc-acp vvi pc-acp) d po31 n2-vvg; (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4980 Doe not they sin, who in stead of being content, strive with God because he deales so with them? Thirdly, Man ought, not only to be content, Do not they sin, who in stead of being content, strive with God Because he deals so with them? Thirdly, Man ought, not only to be content, vdb xx pns32 vvi, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f vbg j, vvb p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vvz av p-acp pno32? ord, n1 vmd, xx av-j pc-acp vbi j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4981 but to be well-pleased with what God doth; but to be well-pleased with what God does; cc-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp r-crq np1 vdz; (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4982 How farre are they departed from a well-pleasednesse with God, who strive against him, which is an act of high displeasure? It is sayd of David (2 Sam: 3.36.) Whatsoever the King did pleased all the people. How Far Are they departed from a Well-pleasedness with God, who strive against him, which is an act of high displeasure? It is said of David (2 Sam: 3.36.) Whatsoever the King did pleased all the people. c-crq av-j vbr pns32 vvn p-acp dt j p-acp np1, r-crq vvb p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1? pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 (crd np1: crd.) r-crq dt n1 vdd vvn d dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4983 The people did not say to David their King, doe what you will, we will be pleased with it; The people did not say to David their King, do what you will, we will be pleased with it; dt n1 vdd xx vvi p-acp np1 po32 n1, vdb r-crq pn22 vmb, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31; (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4984 But David was so gracious a Prince, so good a King, that he did nothing that was justly displeasing to the people. But David was so gracious a Prince, so good a King, that he did nothing that was justly displeasing to the people. cc-acp np1 vbds av j dt n1, av j dt n1, cst pns31 vdd pix cst vbds av-j vvg p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4985 'Tis more then comes to the share of a man, though a King to say, Let him doe what he will, we will be pleased with it, It's more then comes to the share of a man, though a King to say, Let him do what he will, we will be pleased with it, pn31|vbz dc cs vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno31 vdi r-crq pns31 vmb, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4986 but 'tis certainly our duty to say to God, Doe what you will, doe your pleasure with us, but it's Certainly our duty to say to God, Do what you will, do your pleasure with us, cc-acp pn31|vbz av-j po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vdb r-crq pn22 vmb, vdb po22 n1 p-acp pno12, (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4987 and to us, we will (through grace) be pleased with it. and to us, we will (through grace) be pleased with it. cc p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb (p-acp n1) vbb vvn p-acp pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4988 Is it not very sinfull to strive with him about any thing he doth, in and with all whose doing we ought to acquiesse, and be well pleased? Is it not very sinful to strive with him about any thing he does, in and with all whose doing we ought to acquiesce, and be well pleased? vbz pn31 xx av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 pns31 vdz, p-acp cc p-acp d rg-crq vdg pns12 pi pc-acp vvi, cc vbb av vvn? (13) chapter (DIV2) 816 Page 251
4989 Fifthly, These words, Why dost thou strive with him? import a high presumption in those who doe so. Hence observe. Fifthly, These words, Why dost thou strive with him? import a high presumption in those who do so. Hence observe. ord, d n2, uh-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? vvb dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq vdb av. av vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 817 Page 251
4990 Striving with God is a presumptuous sin. The Prophet saith, ( Isa: 45.9.) Woe unto him that striveth with his maker. Striving with God is a presumptuous since. The Prophet Says, (Isaiah: 45.9.) Woe unto him that striveth with his maker. vvg p-acp np1 vbz dt j n1. dt n1 vvz, (np1: crd.) n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 818 Page 251
4991 Let the potsherd strive with the potsherds of the earth: Let the potsherd strive with the potsherds of the earth: vvb dt vvn vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 251
4992 Shall the clay say to him that fashioneth it, what makest thou? or thy work he hath no hands? When the Prophet saith, Let the potsherd strive with the potsherds of the earth; Shall the clay say to him that fashioneth it, what Makest thou? or thy work he hath no hands? When the Prophet Says, Let the potsherd strive with the potsherds of the earth; vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp pno31 cst vvz pn31, q-crq vv2 pns21? cc po21 n1 pns31 vhz dx n2? c-crq dt n1 vvz, vvb dt vvn vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 251
4993 his meaning is, let man strive with man, but let not any man presume to strive with his maker; his meaning is, let man strive with man, but let not any man presume to strive with his maker; po31 n1 vbz, vvb n1 vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb xx d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 251
4994 for then the potsherd striveth with the potter. for then the potsherd striveth with the potter. c-acp cs dt vvn vvz p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 251
4995 In all which he doth not encourage man to strive with man, (though his match) but sheweth how insufferable a boldness it is for any man (how matchlesse soever among men) to strive with God. In all which he does not encourage man to strive with man, (though his match) but shows how insufferable a boldness it is for any man (how matchless soever among men) to strive with God. p-acp d r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (cs po31 n1) cc-acp vvz c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 (c-crq j av p-acp n2) pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 251
4996 The King of Judah having sent a challenge to the King of Israel, He returned this answer (2 Kings 14.9.) The thistle that was in Lebanon sent to the Cedar that was in Lebanon, &c. As if he had sayd, What a presumption is it for a thistle to equall it selfe with a Cedar? and therefore he adviseth ( v. 10.) Thou hast indeed smitten Edom, The King of Judah having sent a challenge to the King of Israel, He returned this answer (2 Kings 14.9.) The thistle that was in Lebanon sent to the Cedar that was in Lebanon, etc. As if he had said, What a presumption is it for a thistle to equal it self with a Cedar? and Therefore he adviseth (v. 10.) Thou hast indeed smitten Edom, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd d n1 (crd n2 crd.) dt n1 cst vbds p-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 cst vbds p-acp np1, av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1? cc av pns31 vvz (n1 crd) pns21 vh2 av vvn np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 252
4997 and thy heart hath lifted thee up: glory of this and tarry at home; and thy heart hath lifted thee up: glory of this and tarry At home; cc po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21 a-acp: n1 pp-f d cc vvi p-acp n1-an; (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 252
4998 for why shouldest thou meddle to thy hurt, that thou shouldest fall, thou and Judah with thee? As if he had sayd, thou canst get nothing by medling with me but blowes, for why Shouldst thou meddle to thy hurt, that thou Shouldst fallen, thou and Judah with thee? As if he had said, thou Canst get nothing by meddling with me but blows, c-acp q-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi, pns21 cc np1 p-acp pno21? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns21 vm2 vvi pix p-acp vvg p-acp pno11 p-acp n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 252
4999 and most probably, thine owne ruine to boote. and most probably, thine own ruin to boot. cc av-ds av-j, po21 d n1 p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 252
5000 Now if an earthly King shall look upon it as a presumption for another King his equall in dignity to contend with him, Now if an earthly King shall look upon it as a presumption for Another King his equal in dignity to contend with him, av cs dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1 po31 j-jn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 252
5001 how much more may the God of heaven, who is King of Kings, and Lord of Lords, count it an high presumption for any man, how much more may the God of heaven, who is King of Kings, and Lord of lords, count it an high presumption for any man, c-crq d dc vmb dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2, vvb pn31 dt j n1 p-acp d n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 252
5002 though the greatest King on earth, to strive with him? though the greatest King on earth, to strive with him? cs dt js n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31? (13) chapter (DIV2) 819 Page 252
5003 Sixthly, We use to say to those who act foolishly, Why doe you thus? And therefore when Elihu saith to Job, Why dost thou strive against him? We learne. Sixthly, We use to say to those who act foolishly, Why do you thus? And Therefore when Elihu Says to Job, Why dost thou strive against him? We Learn. j, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq n1 av-j, q-crq vdb pn22 av? cc av c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1, q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? pns12 vvb. (13) chapter (DIV2) 820 Page 252
5004 Striving with God is a foolish and a most irrationall thing. Sinners are fooles, all sin is folly, irrationallity is stampt upon every sin. Striving with God is a foolish and a most irrational thing. Sinners Are Fools, all since is folly, irrationallity is stamped upon every since. vvg p-acp np1 vbz dt j cc dt av-ds j n1. n2 vbr n2, d n1 vbz n1, n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 821 Page 252
5005 Striving with God is a sin so eminently foolish as may carry away the bell, for foolishnesse, from all other sins. Striving with God is a since so eminently foolish as may carry away the bell, for foolishness, from all other Sins. vvg p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 av av-j j c-acp vmb vvi av dt n1, p-acp n1, p-acp d j-jn n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 822 Page 252
5006 I will give you three things, to shew why it must needs be so. First, We cannot helpe our selves by striving with God. I will give you three things, to show why it must needs be so. First, We cannot help our selves by striving with God. pns11 vmb vvi pn22 crd n2, pc-acp vvi c-crq pn31 vmb av vbi av. ord, pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 822 Page 252
5007 Christ argues the folly of inordinate cares from this ground ( Math: 6.27.) Which of you by taking thought can adde one cubit unto his stature? It is not mans care, christ argues the folly of inordinate Cares from this ground (Math: 6.27.) Which of you by taking Thought can add one cubit unto his stature? It is not men care, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp d n1 (np1: crd.) r-crq pp-f pn22 p-acp vvg n1 vmb vvi crd n1 p-acp po31 n1? pn31 vbz xx ng1 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 252
5008 but the presence and blessing of God which encreaseth both the stature of man and his estate. but the presence and blessing of God which increases both the stature of man and his estate. cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 252
5009 Cares may breake our sleepe, yea breake our hearts, but they cannot fill our purses, nor heighten our persons, either in a naturall or in a civill notion. Cares may break our sleep, yea break our hearts, but they cannot fill our purses, nor heighten our Persons, either in a natural or in a civil notion. np1 vmb vvi po12 n1, uh vvb po12 n2, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vvi po12 n2, ccx vvi po12 n2, av-d p-acp dt j cc p-acp dt j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 252
5010 Is it not then a foolish thing to take inordinate care? is it not greater folly to strive with God? Seeing as by caring you cannot get any of the good things of the world, Is it not then a foolish thing to take inordinate care? is it not greater folly to strive with God? Seeing as by caring you cannot get any of the good things of the world, vbz pn31 xx av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi j n1? vbz pn31 xx jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? vvg a-acp p-acp vvg pn22 vmbx vvi d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 252
5011 so by striving with God, you cannot get off any of those evills which he layeth upon you. so by striving with God, you cannot get off any of those evils which he Layeth upon you. av p-acp vvg p-acp np1, pn22 vmbx vvi a-acp d pp-f d n2-jn r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn22. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 252
5012 Secondly, Is it not a very foolish thing to strive with God, seeing we are so farre from helping our selves out of trouble by it, that we doe but increase our trouble, Secondly, Is it not a very foolish thing to strive with God, seeing we Are so Far from helping our selves out of trouble by it, that we do but increase our trouble, ord, vbz pn31 xx dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vvg pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg po12 n2 av pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, cst pns12 vdb p-acp vvi po12 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 252
5013 and the more entangle our selves by it? What doe we by strugling but straiten the bonds of our affliction, and the more entangle our selves by it? What do we by struggling but straiten the bonds of our affliction, cc dt av-dc vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31? q-crq vdb pns12 p-acp vvg p-acp vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 252
5014 and get wearinesse, in stead of expected ease? till we are quiet with God, and get weariness, in stead of expected ease? till we Are quiet with God, cc vvi n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvn n1? c-acp pns12 vbr j-jn p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5015 how can we hope that he should send us quietness? Thirdly, It is a foolish thing to strive with God, how can we hope that he should send us quietness? Thirdly, It is a foolish thing to strive with God, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 n1? ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5016 because by striving with him in reference to any misery that is upon us, we hinder our selves from taking comfort in any remaining mercy. Because by striving with him in Referente to any misery that is upon us, we hinder our selves from taking Comfort in any remaining mercy. c-acp p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d j-vvg n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5017 Though God takes away many mercies, yet while life remaineth there is somewhat of mercy remaining. Though God Takes away many Mercies, yet while life remains there is somewhat of mercy remaining. cs np1 vvz av d n2, av cs n1 vvz a-acp vbz av pp-f n1 vvg. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5018 When Job was stripped to his skin, yet he had somewhat left, which was a ground of his blessing God. When Job was stripped to his skin, yet he had somewhat left, which was a ground of his blessing God. c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vhd av vvn, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5019 The greatest loosers have somewhat left, they escape at least (as Job sayd he did at worst, Chap: 19.20.) with the skin of their teeth. The greatest Losers' have somewhat left, they escape At least (as Job said he did At worst, Chap: 19.20.) with the skin of their teeth. dt js ng2 vhb av vvn, pns32 vvb p-acp ds (c-acp n1 vvd pns31 vdd p-acp js, n1: crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5020 But while we strive with God about the mercies we have lost, we loose the comfort of all the mercies we still enjoy. But while we strive with God about the Mercies we have lost, we lose the Comfort of all the Mercies we still enjoy. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb vvn, pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pns12 av vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5021 And is it not extreame folly to deprive our selves of what we have by complaining about what we have not? Why dost thou strive? Thus much from the emphasis of the former part of the verse, And is it not extreme folly to deprive our selves of what we have by complaining about what we have not? Why dost thou strive? Thus much from the emphasis of the former part of the verse, cc vbz pn31 xx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb xx? q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi? av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5022 as 'tis put into a chideing or reproving question, Why dost thou strive against him? From the latter branch. as it's put into a chiding or reproving question, Why dost thou strive against him? From the latter branch. c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg n1, uh-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31? p-acp dt d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5023 He giveth not account of any of his matters. Observe. First, The power and dominion of God is absolute. He gives not account of any of his matters. Observe. First, The power and dominion of God is absolute. pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. vvb. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 823 Page 253
5024 God is not subject to any reckonings with man whatsoever he doth. He that may doe what he will, and can doe nothing but what is right, God is not Subject to any reckonings with man whatsoever he does. He that may do what he will, and can do nothing but what is right, np1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp d n2-vvg p-acp n1 r-crq pns31 vdz. pns31 cst vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vmb, cc vmb vdi pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j-jn, (13) chapter (DIV2) 825 Page 253
5025 neither may nor can be brought to any account for what he hath done. He that is unaccountable is absolute in power. neither may nor can be brought to any account for what he hath done. He that is unaccountable is absolute in power. dx vmb ccx vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. pns31 cst vbz j vbz j p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 825 Page 253
5026 Further, God needs not give man any account, upon these three grounds. First, He oweth no man any thing; Further, God needs not give man any account, upon these three grounds. First, He owes no man any thing; jc, np1 vvz xx vvi n1 d n1, p-acp d crd n2. ord, pns31 vvz dx n1 d n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 826 Page 253
5027 He hath received nothing of us, and if a man hath not received, he needeth not account. He hath received nothing of us, and if a man hath not received, he needs not account. pns31 vhz vvn pix pp-f pno12, cc cs dt n1 vhz xx vvn, pns31 vvz xx n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 826 Page 253
5028 They that have any trust from men, are to give account. But what hath God received from man? Man receives his all from God. They that have any trust from men, Are to give account. But what hath God received from man? Man receives his all from God. pns32 cst vhb d n1 p-acp n2, vbr pc-acp vvi n1. p-acp r-crq vhz np1 vvn p-acp n1? n1 vvz po31 d p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 826 Page 253
5029 Why then should God give any account? Secondly, Consider, the Lo•d hath wronged no man, nor can he. Why then should God give any account? Secondly, Consider, the Lo•d hath wronged no man, nor can he. uh-crq av vmd np1 vvi d n1? ord, vvb, dt n1 vhz vvn dx n1, ccx vmb pns31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 826 Page 253
5126 for hereby we call his wisdome and goodnesse, yea his truth and faithfulnesse to us in question. for hereby we call his Wisdom and Goodness, yea his truth and faithfulness to us in question. c-acp av pns12 vvb po31 n1 cc n1, uh po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 840 Page 258
5030 He is infinitely just and righteous in all his wayes; He not only doth just things, but things are just because he doth them. He is infinitely just and righteous in all his ways; He not only does just things, but things Are just Because he does them. pns31 vbz av-j j cc j p-acp d po31 n2; pns31 xx av-j vdz j n2, cc-acp n2 vbr j c-acp pns31 vdz pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 253
5031 Why should he give an account of any of his matters, who neither doth nor can doe any matter which is un•ust. Why should he give an account of any of his matters, who neither does nor can do any matter which is un•ust. q-crq vmd pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2, r-crq av-d vdz ccx vmb vdi d n1 r-crq vbz j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 253
5032 If we knew and were fully assured of a man (in whose hands we have trusted much) that he were so just, that he would not (though he had opportunity) deceive us of a farthing, we would never call him to an account. If we knew and were Fully assured of a man (in whose hands we have trusted much) that he were so just, that he would not (though he had opportunity) deceive us of a farthing, we would never call him to an account. cs pns12 vvd cc vbdr av-j vvn pp-f dt n1 (p-acp rg-crq n2 pns12 vhb vvn av-d) cst pns31 vbdr av j, cst pns31 vmd xx (c-acp pns31 vhd n1) vvb pno12 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmd av-x vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5033 As it is sayd of those treasurers in the story of the Kings (2 Kings 12.15.) They reckoned not with the men into whose hand they delivered the money to be bestowed on workmen, for they dealt faithfully. As it is said of those treasurers in the story of the Kings (2 Kings 12.15.) They reckoned not with the men into whose hand they Delivered the money to be bestowed on workmen, for they dealt faithfully. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 (crd n2 crd.) pns32 vvd xx p-acp dt n2 p-acp rg-crq n1 pns32 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, c-acp pns32 vvd av-j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5034 An example hardly to be parallel'd in an age by the sons of men. Many are more desirous of trusts, then carefull to discharge them; an Exampl hardly to be paralleled in an age by the Sons of men. Many Are more desirous of trusts, then careful to discharge them; dt n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. av-d vbr av-dc j pp-f n2, av j pc-acp vvi pno32; (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5035 They love to have much treasure passe through their hands, that some of it may, in passage, slip into their owne pockets and purses. They love to have much treasure pass through their hands, that Some of it may, in passage, slip into their own pockets and purses. pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi d n1 vvi p-acp po32 n2, cst d pp-f pn31 vmb, p-acp n1, vvb p-acp po32 d n2 cc n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5036 Justice and faithfulness are rare Jewels among men, and therefore it is but need they should have a check upon them, justice and faithfulness Are rare Jewels among men, and Therefore it is but need they should have a check upon them, n1 cc n1 vbr j n2 p-acp n2, cc av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp pno32, (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5037 and be called to an account. and be called to an account. cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5038 But the holy God is altogether just and faithfull, therefore to what purpose should he be called to an account. But the holy God is altogether just and faithful, Therefore to what purpose should he be called to an account. p-acp dt j np1 vbz av j cc j, av p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns31 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5039 Let us rest quiet in this acknowledgement, That he whose will is the highest reason, can doe nothing without reason. Let us rest quiet in this acknowledgement, That he whose will is the highest reason, can do nothing without reason. vvb pno12 vvi j-jn p-acp d n1, cst pns31 rg-crq n1 vbz dt js n1, vmb vdi pix p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5040 Man was created under God, and then he returnes to the order of his creation, Man was created under God, and then he returns to the order of his creation, n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, cc av pns31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5041 when he prefers the judgement of God, even when he doth not understand it, before his owne. when he prefers the judgement of God, even when he does not understand it, before his own. c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, av c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31, c-acp po31 d. (13) chapter (DIV2) 827 Page 254
5042 Thirdly, There is no man, no nor Angel, that hath any authority to call God to an account. Thirdly, There is no man, no nor Angel, that hath any Authority to call God to an account. ord, pc-acp vbz dx n1, uh-dx ccx n1, cst vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5043 They that are accountable to others, are under their power, either as being in degree above them, They that Are accountable to Others, Are under their power, either as being in degree above them, pns32 cst vbr j p-acp n2-jn, vbr p-acp po32 n1, av-d c-acp vbg p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5044 or as having made a compact & covenant with them (though their equalls) to give them an account. or as having made a compact & Covenant with them (though their equals) to give them an account. cc a-acp vhg vvn dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 (c-acp po32 n2-jn) p-acp vvi pno32 dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5045 But who shall call God to an account, who is higher then the highest? And though God hath condiscended to make a covenant with man, But who shall call God to an account, who is higher then the highest? And though God hath condescended to make a Covenant with man, p-acp q-crq vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz jc cs dt js? cc cs np1 vhz vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5046 and therein given him assurance that he will doe him good, yet God hath engaged himselfe to give us an account how or in what way he makes good or performes his Covenant. and therein given him assurance that he will do him good, yet God hath engaged himself to give us an account how or in what Way he makes good or performs his Covenant. cc av vvn pno31 n1 cst pns31 vmb vdi pno31 j, av np1 vhz vvn px31 pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz j cc vvz po31 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5047 Man must give an account to God how he hath performed the Articles of the Covenant, not God to man. Man must give an account to God how he hath performed the Articles of the Covenant, not God to man. n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, xx np1 p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5048 As man is a fraile dying creature, so he is an accountable creature ( Luke 16.2.) Give an account of thy Stewardship, As man is a frail dying creature, so he is an accountable creature (Lycia 16.2.) Give an account of thy Stewardship, p-acp n1 vbz dt j j-vvg n1, av pns31 vbz dt j n1 (av crd.) vvb dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5049 for thou mayst be no longer Steward (Rom: 14.12.) So then every one of us shall give an account of himselfe to God. for thou Mayest be no longer Steward (Rom: 14.12.) So then every one of us shall give an account of himself to God. c-acp pns21 vm2 vbi av-dx av-jc n1 (np1: crd.) av av d crd pp-f pno12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5050 God will call every man to a strict account of his receits and expences, what talents of time and opportunities of parts and abilities, of power and Authorities, have been put into his hand, God will call every man to a strict account of his receits and expenses, what Talents of time and opportunities of parts and abilities, of power and Authorities, have been put into his hand, np1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, r-crq n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, pp-f n1 cc n2, vhb vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5051 as also how he hath husbanded and improved them. as also how he hath husbanded and improved them. c-acp av c-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5052 We, alas poore creatures, by striving with God, call him (upon the matter) to give us an account of his matters; We, alas poor creatures, by striving with God, call him (upon the matter) to give us an account of his matters; pns12, uh j n2, p-acp vvg p-acp np1, vvb pno31 (p-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 254
5053 And in the meane time forget the account which we must give to him of all our matters. And in the mean time forget the account which we must give to him of all our matters. cc p-acp dt j n1 vvi dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 pp-f d po12 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 255
5054 It is our duty and will be our wisdome to account so with our selves every day, that we may be ready for our account in that Great and last Audit-Day; It is our duty and will be our Wisdom to account so with our selves every day, that we may be ready for our account in that Great and last Audit-Day; pn31 vbz po12 n1 cc vmb vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp po12 n2 d n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d j cc ord n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 255
5055 And as to remember & prepare for our own account in that day, will keepe us from doing or saying any thing which may be interpreted a calling of God to an account all our dayes: And as to Remember & prepare for our own account in that day, will keep us from doing or saying any thing which may be interpreted a calling of God to an account all our days: cc c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 d n1 p-acp d n1, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp vdg cc vvg d n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 av-d po12 n2: (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 255
5056 so that remembrance will make us strive how to improve and be bettered by the afflictions and troubles wherewith we are exercised in the world, in stead of striving with God, so that remembrance will make us strive how to improve and be bettered by the afflictions and Troubles wherewith we Are exercised in the world, in stead of striving with God, av cst n1 vmb vvi pno12 vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 255
5057 because he puts us upon those severer exercises; Because he puts us upon those severer exercises; c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp d jc n2; (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 255
5058 for how we have improved our afflictions will be one part (and that a very considerable one) of our account to God in that day. for how we have improved our afflictions will be one part (and that a very considerable one) of our account to God in that day. p-acp c-crq pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2 vmb vbi crd n1 (cc cst dt j j pi) pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 828 Page 255
5059 Lastly, The two parts of this verse connected and considered together, (Why dost thou strive against him, Lastly, The two parts of this verse connected and considered together, (Why dost thou strive against him, ord, dt crd n2 pp-f d n1 vvn cc vvn av, (c-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 829 Page 255
5060 for he giveth not account of any of his matters) The latter being a reason of the former, give us this Observation. for he gives not account of any of his matters) The latter being a reason of the former, give us this Observation. c-acp pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2) dt d vbg dt n1 pp-f dt j, vvb pno12 d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 829 Page 255
5061 God being absolute in power we ought to sit down quietly under all his dealings: God being absolute in power we ought to fit down quietly under all his dealings: np1 vbg j p-acp n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi a-acp av-jn p-acp d po31 n2-vvg: (13) chapter (DIV2) 829 Page 255
5062 Or thus, The consideration of Gods absolute Soveraignty, that he gives not account of any of his matters, should stop all our strivings and pleadings with or against God. Or thus, The consideration of God's absolute Sovereignty, that he gives not account of any of his matters, should stop all our strivings and pleadings with or against God. cc av, dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, cst pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2, vmd vvi d po12 n2-vvg cc n2-vvg p-acp cc p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 829 Page 255
5063 Our strivings against God are of two sorts, or in a double respect; They respect either our eternall, or our temporall estate. Our strivings against God Are of two sorts, or in a double respect; They respect either our Eternal, or our temporal estate. po12 n2 p-acp np1 vbr pp-f crd n2, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1; pns32 vvb d po12 j, cc po12 j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 830 Page 255
5064 First, With respect to our eternall state (for about that we are apt to call God to account.) O what strivings are there in the hearts of men about Gods absolute soveraignty in electing of some and rejecting of others. First, With respect to our Eternal state (for about that we Are apt to call God to account.) O what strivings Are there in the hearts of men about God's absolute sovereignty in electing of Some and rejecting of Others. ord, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j n1 (c-acp p-acp cst pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi.) sy q-crq n2 vbr a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp vvg pp-f d cc vvg pp-f n2-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 255
5065 The Apostle is much upon it ( Rom. 9.) where having represented the Lord speaking thus by Moses (vers. 15.) I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, The Apostle is much upon it (Rom. 9.) where having represented the Lord speaking thus by Moses (vers. 15.) I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, dt n1 vbz av-d p-acp pn31 (np1 crd) r-crq vhg vvn dt n1 vvg av p-acp np1 (fw-la. crd) pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vhi n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 255
5066 and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion: and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion: cc pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vhi n1: (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 255
5067 He presently prevents an Objection, or the strife of man with God about that saying, ( vers. 19.) Thou wilt say then, why doth he yet find fault? (As if men might find fault with God, He presently prevents an Objection, or the strife of man with God about that saying, (vers. 19.) Thou wilt say then, why does he yet find fault? (As if men might find fault with God, pns31 av-j vvz dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n-vvg, (fw-la. crd) pns21 vm2 vvi av, q-crq vdz pns31 av vvi n1? (c-acp cs n2 vmd vvi n1 p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 255
5068 if he in that case should find fault with them?) for who hath resisted his will? This is mans plea against the soveraigne will of God. if he in that case should find fault with them?) for who hath resisted his will? This is men plea against the sovereign will of God. cs pns31 p-acp d n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pno32?) p-acp r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1? d vbz ng1 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 255
5069 But what saith the Lord by the Apostle to such a pleader? we have his reproof of him for an answer in the next verse, Nay but O man, who art thou that replyest against God? shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, But what Says the Lord by the Apostle to such a pleader? we have his reproof of him for an answer in the next verse, Nay but Oh man, who art thou that repliest against God? shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, p-acp r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt n1? pns12 vhb po31 n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1, uh p-acp uh n1, q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2 p-acp np1? vmb dt n1 vvd vvi p-acp pno31 cst vvd pn31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5070 why hast thou made me thus? hath not the Potter power over the clay? The Apostle brings in this Argument as to mans eternall state; why hast thou made me thus? hath not the Potter power over the clay? The Apostle brings in this Argument as to men Eternal state; q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 av? vhz xx dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1? dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 c-acp p-acp ng1 j n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5071 he must not strive with God about that. he must not strive with God about that. pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d. (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5072 He must not say, why doth God find fault with man? O man, who art thou that dost logick it thus with God? His absolute power is his reason why he disposeth thus or thus of thee, or any man else. He must not say, why does God find fault with man? Oh man, who art thou that dost logic it thus with God? His absolute power is his reason why he Disposeth thus or thus of thee, or any man Else. pns31 vmb xx vvi, q-crq vdz np1 vvi n1 p-acp n1? uh n1, q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vd2 n1 pn31 av p-acp np1? po31 j n1 vbz po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz av cc av pp-f pno21, cc d n1 av. (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5073 He will give thee no account why it is so, but his own will to have it so. He will give thee no account why it is so, but his own will to have it so. pns31 vmb vvi pno21 dx n1 c-crq pn31 vbz av, cc-acp po31 d n1 pc-acp vhi pn31 av. (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5074 For shame sit downe, stop thy mouth for ever, speak not thus to God. For shame fit down, stop thy Mouth for ever, speak not thus to God. p-acp n1 vvb a-acp, vvb po21 n1 c-acp av, vvb xx av p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5075 If thou art, as thou canst not deny, a thing formed by God, then say not why hast thou made me thus? And as now thou strivest with God about that which thou canst not understand, If thou art, as thou Canst not deny, a thing formed by God, then say not why hast thou made me thus? And as now thou Strivest with God about that which thou Canst not understand, cs pns21 vb2r, c-acp pns21 vm2 xx vvi, dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, av vvb xx c-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 av? cc c-acp av pns21 vv2 p-acp np1 p-acp d r-crq pns21 vm2 xx vvi, (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5076 so at last (though now thou dost not) thou shalt understand that thou oughtest not to have striven with him about it. so At last (though now thou dost not) thou shalt understand that thou Ought not to have striven with him about it. av p-acp ord (cs av pns21 vd2 xx) pns21 vm2 vvi cst pns21 vmd2 xx pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5077 And indeed if men have a mind to strive with God, they may find as many occasions for it in the doctrine of his conditionall decrees of foreseene faith, repentance, And indeed if men have a mind to strive with God, they may find as many occasions for it in the Doctrine of his conditional decrees of foreseen faith, Repentance, cc av cs n2 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 c-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 pp-f vvn n1, n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5078 and persevering obedience, as in his absolute. and persevering Obedience, as in his absolute. cc j n1, c-acp p-acp po31 j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5079 We shall never want matter of quarrelling with God, till we have learned simply, that is, graciously to submit. We shall never want matter of quarreling with God, till we have learned simply, that is, graciously to submit. pns12 vmb av-x vvi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn av-j, cst vbz, av-j pc-acp vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 831 Page 256
5080 Secondly, This truth should much more quiet our spirits, and stop our strivings in reference to our temporall estate. And that, Secondly, This truth should much more quiet our spirits, and stop our strivings in Referente to our temporal estate. And that, ord, d n1 vmd av-d av-dc j-jn po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j n1. cc d, (13) chapter (DIV2) 832 Page 256
5081 First, As wrapt up in common with others. First, As wrapped up in Common with Others. ord, c-acp vvn a-acp p-acp j p-acp n2-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5082 Did we consider the soveraigne power of God in ordering the affairs of Nations and Churches, we would glorifie him in a gracious silence however we see things goe with them. Did we Consider the sovereign power of God in ordering the affairs of nations and Churches, we would Glorify him in a gracious silence however we see things go with them. vdd pns12 vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1 c-acp pns12 vvb n2 vvi p-acp pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5083 The Scripture urgeth us often to this fixednesse of mind in the midst of all publick revolutions and changes upon this only account. The Scripture urges us often to this fixedness of mind in the midst of all public revolutions and changes upon this only account. dt n1 vvz pno12 av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2 p-acp d j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5084 Heare David (Psal. 46.9, 10.) Come behold the works of the Lord, (What works? ruining works) what desolation he hath made in the earth. Hear David (Psalm 46.9, 10.) Come behold the works of the Lord, (What works? ruining works) what desolation he hath made in the earth. vvb np1 (np1 crd, crd) vvb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (r-crq vvz? vvg n2) r-crq n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5085 God made strange work in the World at that time, Those countryes which before were as the Garden of God, became like a desolate Wildernesse; God made strange work in the World At that time, Those countries which before were as the Garden of God, became like a desolate Wilderness; np1 vvd j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, d n2 r-crq a-acp vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd av-j dt j n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5086 who was able to beare this with patience? Yet the Spirit of God saith in the next words, it must be patiently borne; who was able to bear this with patience? Yet the Spirit of God Says in the next words, it must be patiently born; r-crq vbds j pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1? av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt ord n2, pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5087 when God lets men strive and warre with one another to a common confusion, yet no man may strive with God about it; when God lets men strive and war with one Another to a Common confusion, yet no man may strive with God about it; c-crq np1 vvz n2 vvb cc n1 p-acp crd j-jn p-acp dt j n1, av dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pn31; (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5088 and the reason given why no man may, is only this (which is indeed all the reason in the world) He is God. So it follows in the Psalme, Be still and know that I am God; and the reason given why no man may, is only this (which is indeed all the reason in the world) He is God. So it follows in the Psalm, Be still and know that I am God; cc dt n1 vvn c-crq dx n1 vmb, vbz av-j d (r-crq vbz av d dt n1 p-acp dt n1) pns31 vbz np1. av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, vbb av cc vvb cst pns11 vbm np1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5089 As if the Lord had said, not a word, do not strive nor reply, whatever you see, hold your peace; As if the Lord had said, not a word, do not strive nor reply, whatever you see, hold your peace; c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, xx dt n1, vdb xx vvi ccx vvi, r-crq pn22 vvb, vvb po22 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5090 know that I being God I give no account of any of my matters. know that I being God I give no account of any of my matters. vvb cst pns11 vbg np1 pns11 vvb dx n1 pp-f d pp-f po11 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 256
5091 Thus the Prophet cautions the whole world ( Zech. 2.13.) Be silent O all flesh before the Lord, (doe not dispute the doings of God, doe not murmure at them) for he is raised up out of his holy habitation. Thus the Prophet cautions the Whole world (Zechariah 2.13.) Be silent O all Flesh before the Lord, (doe not dispute the doings of God, do not murmur At them) for he is raised up out of his holy habitation. av dt n1 n2 dt j-jn n1 (np1 crd.) vbb j fw-la d n1 p-acp dt n1, (n1 xx vvi dt n2-vdg pp-f np1, vdb xx vvi p-acp pno32) p-acp pns31 vbz vvn a-acp av pp-f po31 j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 257
5092 That is, God is going to work (as a man raised out of his bed is) therefore doe not you trouble your selves, That is, God is going to work (as a man raised out of his Bed is) Therefore do not you trouble your selves, cst vbz, np1 vbz vvg pc-acp vvi (c-acp dt n1 vvd av pp-f po31 n1 vbz) av vdb xx pn22 vvi po22 n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 257
5093 nor rise up against him in your words or thoughts what work soever he makes. nor rise up against him in your words or thoughts what work soever he makes. ccx vvb a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2 r-crq n1 av pns31 vvz. (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 257
5094 Like counsell is given ( Psal. 75.5.) Lift not up your horne on high,, speak not with a stiffe neck; Like counsel is given (Psalm 75.5.) Lift not up your horn on high,, speak not with a stiff neck; j n1 vbz vvn (np1 crd.) vvb xx a-acp po22 n1 p-acp j,, vvb xx p-acp dt j n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 257
5095 for promotion cometh neither from the East, nor from the West, nor from the South: But God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and setteth up another. for promotion comes neither from the East, nor from the West, nor from the South: But God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and sets up Another. p-acp n1 vvz av-d p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1: cc-acp np1 vbz dt n1, pns31 vvz a-acp crd, cc vvz a-acp j-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 257
5096 All great changes proceed from his judgment; take heed of judging the sentence of the great Judge. All great changes proceed from his judgement; take heed of judging the sentence of the great Judge. d j n2 vvb p-acp po31 n1; vvb n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 257
5097 Remember, That he whose name alone is Jehovah, is the most high over all the earth. (Psal. 83.18.) remember, That he whose name alone is Jehovah, is the most high over all the earth. (Psalm 83.18.) np1, cst pns31 rg-crq n1 av-j vbz np1, vbz dt av-ds j p-acp d dt n1. (np1 crd.) (13) chapter (DIV2) 833 Page 257
5098 Againe, This is as true if we respect the private or personall estate of any man. Again, This is as true if we respect the private or personal estate of any man. av, d vbz a-acp j cs pns12 vvb dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 834 Page 257
5099 If God makes a man poor in estate or despised in the World; If God makes a man poor in estate or despised in the World; cs np1 vvz dt n1 j p-acp n1 cc vvn p-acp dt n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 834 Page 257
5100 if he make him sick or weak in body, he must not say unquietly, why doth God thus? If he taketh away our Relations, if he make him sick or weak in body, he must not say unquietly, why does God thus? If he Takes away our Relations, cs pns31 vvb pno31 j cc j p-acp n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi av-j, q-crq vdz np1 av? cs pns31 vvz av po12 n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 834 Page 257
5101 if he empty our families we must not strive with him. When old Ely had received one of the saddest messages that ever was sent man. if he empty our families we must not strive with him. When old Ely had received one of the Saddest messages that ever was sent man. cs pns31 vvb po12 n2 pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31. c-crq j np1 vhd vvn crd pp-f dt js n2 cst av vbds vvn n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 834 Page 257
5102 It is the Lord (said he) let him doe what seemeth him good (1 Sam. 3.18.) So David (Psal. 39.9.) I was dumb, I opened not my mouth, It is the Lord (said he) let him do what seems him good (1 Sam. 3.18.) So David (Psalm 39.9.) I was dumb, I opened not my Mouth, pn31 vbz dt n1 (vvd pns31) vvb pno31 vdi r-crq vvz pno31 j (vvd np1 crd.) np1 np1 (np1 crd.) pns11 vbds j, pns11 vvd xx po11 n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 834 Page 257
5103 because thou didst it (Psal. 62.1.) Truly my soul waiteth patiently upon God. The word is, my soul is silent before God. Because thou didst it (Psalm 62.1.) Truly my soul waits patiently upon God. The word is, my soul is silent before God. c-acp pns21 vdd2 pn31 (np1 crd.) av-j po11 n1 vvz av-j p-acp np1. dt n1 vbz, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 834 Page 257
5188 and after that have no more that they can doe, But I will forewarne you, whom you shall feare; and After that have no more that they can do, But I will forewarn you, whom you shall Fear; cc p-acp d vhb dx av-dc cst pns32 vmb vdi, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22, ro-crq pn22 vmb vvi; (13) chapter (DIV2) 855 Page 261
5104 And ( Psal. 42.5.) How doth David chide his soul for making a noyse? Why art thou disquieted O my soul, hope thou in God. And (Psalm 42.5.) How does David chide his soul for making a noise? Why art thou disquieted Oh my soul, hope thou in God. cc (np1 crd.) q-crq vdz np1 vvb po31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1? q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn uh po11 n1, vvb pns21 p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 834 Page 257
5105 But you will say, May we not at all strive? what ever God doth in the World, But you will say, May we not At all strive? what ever God does in the World, p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, vmb pns12 xx p-acp d vvb? q-crq av np1 vdz p-acp dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 835 Page 257
5106 or with us, must we sit downe under it, or rest satisfied in it, and say nothing? or with us, must we fit down under it, or rest satisfied in it, and say nothing? cc p-acp pno12, vmb pns12 vvi a-acp p-acp pn31, cc n1 vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvb pix? (13) chapter (DIV2) 835 Page 257
5107 I answer, First, we may and ought to be very sensible of all the dealings of God. I answer, First, we may and ought to be very sensible of all the dealings of God. pns11 vvb, ord, pns12 vmb cc pi pc-acp vbi av j pp-f d dt n2-vvg pp-f np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 836 Page 257
5108 But we must not be unquiet under any of them. It is one thing to feele the smart, and another thing to dispute the rod. But we must not be unquiet under any of them. It is one thing to feel the smart, and Another thing to dispute the rod. cc-acp pns12 vmb xx vbi j p-acp d pp-f pno32. pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 836 Page 257
5109 Some are under a kind of Stoicall stupidity; some Are under a kind of Stoical stupidity; d vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 836 Page 257
5110 they doe not strive with God, because they doe not mind what God doth, they are not sensible. they do not strive with God, Because they do not mind what God does, they Are not sensible. pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi r-crq np1 vdz, pns32 vbr xx j. (13) chapter (DIV2) 836 Page 257
5111 Others are stout, sturdy, and proud spirited, they care not for the crosse, they slight and despise rebukes. Others Are stout, sturdy, and proud spirited, they care not for the cross, they slight and despise rebukes. ng2-jn vbr j, j, cc j vvn, pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, pns32 j cc vvi n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 836 Page 257
5112 Thus or upon these grounds not to strive with God is as bad, if not worse then that striving with him which this poynt disswades and disapproves. Thus or upon these grounds not to strive with God is as bad, if not Worse then that striving with him which this point dissuades and disapproves. av cc p-acp d n2 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 vbz a-acp j, cs xx jc cs d vvg p-acp pno31 r-crq d n1 vvz cc vvz. (13) chapter (DIV2) 836 Page 257
5113 We may, yea we ought to take notice of every stroak we receive from God. We may, yea we ought to take notice of every stroke we receive from God. pns12 vmb, uh pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 836 Page 257
5114 Secondly, As we should be sensible of the hand of God at any time upon us, Secondly, As we should be sensible of the hand of God At any time upon us, ord, c-acp pns12 vmd vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12, (13) chapter (DIV2) 837 Page 258
5115 so we may pray for the removing of his hand; so we may pray for the removing of his hand; av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 837 Page 258
5116 'Tis not a sinfull but a gracious act, to strive with God by prayer for deliverance out of trouble. It's not a sinful but a gracious act, to strive with God by prayer for deliverance out of trouble. pn31|vbz xx dt j p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 av pp-f n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 837 Page 258
5117 Thirdly, A man under the Rod may use means to get it off, and free himselfe from it, Thirdly, A man under the Rod may use means to get it off, and free himself from it, ord, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, cc vvi px31 p-acp pn31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 838 Page 258
5118 even while he is quiet under it. even while he is quiet under it. av cs pns31 vbz j-jn p-acp pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 838 Page 258
5119 So then, the quietnesse of mind in our afflicted condition here intended and pressed, is opposed only, first, to fretting and repining. Secondly, to vexing and tumultuating. Thirdly, to distracting cares. Fourthly, to desponding fears. Fifthly, to killing sorrows. So then, the quietness of mind in our afflicted condition Here intended and pressed, is opposed only, First, to fretting and repining. Secondly, to vexing and Tumultuating. Thirdly, to distracting Cares. Fourthly, to desponding fears. Fifthly, to killing sorrows. av av, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 av vvn cc vvn, vbz vvn av-j, ord, p-acp vvg cc vvg. ord, p-acp vvg cc j-vvg. ord, p-acp n-vvg n2. ord, p-acp vvg n2. ord, p-acp vvg n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 838 Page 258
5120 Sixthly, to uncomposednesse of spirit for our callings. Seventhly, to hard thoughts of God. Sixthly, to uncomposednesse of Spirit for our callings. Seventhly, to hard thoughts of God. j, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2. crd, p-acp j n2 pp-f np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 838 Page 258
5121 Eighthly, to the using of any unlawfull meanes to help or rescue our selves out of the hand of evill. Eighthly, to the using of any unlawful means to help or rescue our selves out of the hand of evil. j, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 838 Page 258
5122 And that we may be preserved from all these strivings against God, and unquietnesse of spirit under any of his saddest and darkest dispensations, which will certainly run us upon some of, And that we may be preserved from all these strivings against God, and unquietness of Spirit under any of his Saddest and Darkest dispensations, which will Certainly run us upon Some of, cc cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d d n2-vvg p-acp np1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 js cc js n2, r-crq vmb av-j vvi pno12 p-acp d pp-f, (13) chapter (DIV2) 839 Page 258
5123 if not all those eight most dangerous rocks, last mentioned, Let me lay down a few considerations, if not all those eight most dangerous Rocks, last mentioned, Let me lay down a few considerations, cs xx d d crd av-ds j n2, ord vvn, vvb pno11 vvi a-acp dt d n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 839 Page 258
5124 why we should not strive with God in such a manner: And prescribe some preservatives to keep us at the greatest distance from it. why we should not strive with God in such a manner: And prescribe Some preservatives to keep us At the greatest distance from it. c-crq pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1: cc vvb d n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt js n1 p-acp pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 839 Page 258
5125 First, Consider, to strive with God dishonours God and darkens his glory; First, Consider, to strive with God dishonours God and darkens his glory; ord, vvb, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 vvz np1 cc vvz po31 n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 840 Page 258
5127 What can be done more dishonourable to God then this? God resented it as a great dishonour, that Moses and Aaron did not sanctifie him (that is, give glory to his name) before the children of Israel (Num: 20.12.) and therefore told them, Ye shall not bring the children of Israel into the land which I have given them. What can be done more dishonourable to God then this? God resented it as a great dishonour, that Moses and Aaron did not sanctify him (that is, give glory to his name) before the children of Israel (Num: 20.12.) and Therefore told them, You shall not bring the children of Israel into the land which I have given them. q-crq vmb vbi vdn av-dc j p-acp np1 cs d? np1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 cc np1 vdd xx vvi pno31 (cst vbz, vvb n1 p-acp po31 n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) cc av vvd pno32, pn22 vmb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 840 Page 258
5128 As if he had sayd, Ye have not honoured me as ye ought in this thing, As if he had said, You have not honoured me as you ought in this thing, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn22 vhb xx vvn pno11 c-acp pn22 vmd p-acp d n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 840 Page 258
5129 and therefore I will not honour you in that. and Therefore I will not honour you in that. cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp d. (13) chapter (DIV2) 840 Page 258
5130 But what is it, that Moses and Aaron did not sanctifie God in? it was (saith the text) in not believing. And what is that (at best) but a striving with God, But what is it, that Moses and Aaron did not sanctify God in? it was (Says the text) in not believing. And what is that (At best) but a striving with God, p-acp r-crq vbz pn31, cst np1 cc np1 vdd xx vvi np1 p-acp? pn31 vbds (vvz dt n1) p-acp xx vvg. cc q-crq vbz d (p-acp av-js) p-acp dt vvg p-acp np1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 840 Page 258
5131 as to the truth of his word and his faithfulnesse in fulfilling it? as to the truth of his word and his faithfulness in fulfilling it? c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg pn31? (13) chapter (DIV2) 840 Page 258
5132 Secondly, Such striving with God hinders the exercise of grace, and stops the worke of the new creature. Secondly, Such striving with God hinders the exercise of grace, and stops the work of the new creature. ord, d vvg p-acp np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 841 Page 258
5133 He that striveth with God by way of murmuring, can never strive with God by praying and believing. He that striveth with God by Way of murmuring, can never strive with God by praying and believing. pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1 p-acp vvg cc vvg. (13) chapter (DIV2) 841 Page 258
5134 Thirdly, Such strivings with God are the exercisings of our lusts and corruptions. Thirdly, Such strivings with God Are the exercisings of our Lustiest and corruptions. ord, d n2-vvg p-acp np1 vbr dt n2-vvg pp-f po12 n2 cc n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 842 Page 258
5135 Then is the time for anger and discontent, or any evill affection to come forth and act their part. Then is the time for anger and discontent, or any evil affection to come forth and act their part. av vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n-jn, cc d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi av cc vvi po32 n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 842 Page 259
5136 Fourthly, Striving with God is an argument that sin hath much strength in us, and that corruption hath got a mighty hand over us. Fourthly, Striving with God is an argument that since hath much strength in us, and that corruption hath god a mighty hand over us. ord, vvg p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 cst n1 vhz d n1 p-acp pno12, cc d n1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp pno12. (13) chapter (DIV2) 843 Page 259
5137 Fifthly, Striving with God layeth us open to all the temptations of Satan, to all the fiery darts of the Devill. Fifthly, Striving with God Layeth us open to all the temptations of Satan, to all the fiery darts of the devil. ord, vvg p-acp np1 vvz pno12 vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 844 Page 259
5138 Our shield is gone, when once we strive with God, who is our shield in all Satans strivings and assaults against us; Our shield is gone, when once we strive with God, who is our shield in all Satan strivings and assaults against us; po12 n1 vbz vvn, c-crq a-acp pns12 vvb p-acp np1, r-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp d npg1 n2-vvg cc n2 p-acp pno12; (13) chapter (DIV2) 844 Page 259
5139 And then we stand naked before that armed enemy. And then we stand naked before that armed enemy. cc cs pns12 vvb j p-acp d j-vvn n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 844 Page 259
5140 Sixthly, Striving with God, doth at once unfit us for every good duty, and putteth us further off from every desired mercy. Sixthly, Striving with God, does At once unfit us for every good duty, and putteth us further off from every desired mercy. j, vvg p-acp np1, vdz p-acp a-acp j pno12 p-acp d j n1, cc vvz pno12 av-j p-acp p-acp d j-vvn n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 845 Page 259
5141 Seventhly, and lastly, Striving against God, makes man most like the Devill, who is the most unquiet and discontented creature in the world, Seventhly, and lastly, Striving against God, makes man most like the devil, who is the most unquiet and discontented creature in the world, crd, cc ord, vvg p-acp np1, vvz n1 av-ds av-j dt n1, r-crq vbz dt av-ds j cc j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 846 Page 259
5142 and is alwayes both striving with God, and vexing at his owne condition. and is always both striving with God, and vexing At his own condition. cc vbz av av-d vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp po31 d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 846 Page 259
5143 The devill's sin at first was striving with God, and 'tis the summe of all his actings and workings against man ever since. The devil's since At First was striving with God, and it's the sum of all his actings and workings against man ever since. dt ng1 n1 p-acp ord vbds vvg p-acp np1, cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 av a-acp. (13) chapter (DIV2) 846 Page 259
5144 None resemble the devill more lively then male-contents; None resemble the Devil more lively then malcontents; np1 vvb dt n1 av-dc j cs n2-jn; (13) chapter (DIV2) 846 Page 259
5145 and who are they but such as strive and struggle against the afflictive providences of God. and who Are they but such as strive and struggle against the afflictive providences of God. cc q-crq vbr pns32 p-acp d c-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 846 Page 259
5146 Now for the preserving and keeping of our hearts from this great, this complicated sin, a sin containing many sins in it, Now for the preserving and keeping of our hearts from this great, this complicated since, a since containing many Sins in it, av p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d j, d vvn n1, dt n1 vvg d n2 p-acp pn31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 847 Page 259
5147 and disposing us to all sin. Lay these things to heart. First, let us consider our own nothingness in comparison of God. and disposing us to all since. Lay these things to heart. First, let us Consider our own nothingness in comparison of God. cc vvg pno12 p-acp d n1. np1 d n2 p-acp n1. ord, vvb pno12 vvi po12 d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 847 Page 259
5148 God is all, and what are we? we are nothing, and shall we strive with God? shall folly strive against wisdome, God is all, and what Are we? we Are nothing, and shall we strive with God? shall folly strive against Wisdom, np1 vbz d, cc q-crq vbr pns12? pns12 vbr pix, cc vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1? vmb n1 vvi p-acp n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 848 Page 259
5149 and weaknesse against strength? When the Prophet would comfort the people of God against the strivings of the nations with them, he doth it upon this consideration ( Isa: 40: 17.) All nations before him are as nothing, and weakness against strength? When the Prophet would Comfort the people of God against the strivings of the Nations with them, he does it upon this consideration (Isaiah: 40: 17.) All Nations before him Are as nothing, cc n1 p-acp n1? c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp pno32, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp d n1 (np1: crd: crd) d n2 p-acp pno31 vbr p-acp pix, (13) chapter (DIV2) 848 Page 259
5150 and they are counted to him lesse then nothing, and vanity; and they Are counted to him less then nothing, and vanity; cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 av-dc cs pix, cc n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 848 Page 259
5151 To whom will ye compare him? And surely we may by the same argument, much more deterre all men from striving with God. To whom will you compare him? And surely we may by the same argument, much more deter all men from striving with God. p-acp ro-crq vmb pn22 vvi pno31? cc av-j pns12 vmb p-acp dt d n1, av-d av-dc vvi d n2 p-acp vvg p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 848 Page 259
5152 Shall single persons strive against him, to whom not only they, but whole nations are nothing, Shall single Persons strive against him, to whom not only they, but Whole Nations Are nothing, vmb j n2 vvb p-acp pno31, p-acp ro-crq xx av-j pns32, cc-acp j-jn n2 vbr pix, (13) chapter (DIV2) 848 Page 259
5153 yea and lesse then nothing? yea and less then nothing? uh cc dc cs pix? (13) chapter (DIV2) 848 Page 259
5154 Secondly, Doe we find our selves under a crosse, or in a hard condition? remember we have deserved no better. Secondly, Do we find our selves under a cross, or in a hard condition? Remember we have deserved no better. ord, vdb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1? vvb pns12 vhb vvn dx av-jc. (13) chapter (DIV2) 849 Page 259
5155 As we are nothing, so we have deserved nothing. As we Are nothing, so we have deserved nothing. c-acp pns12 vbr pix, av pns12 vhb vvn pix. (13) chapter (DIV2) 849 Page 259
5156 Jacob to keepe his spirit quiet in a time of great distresse confessed ( Gen: 32.10.) Lord I am unworthy of the least of thy mercies. Jacob to keep his Spirit quiet in a time of great distress confessed (Gen: 32.10.) Lord I am unworthy of the least of thy Mercies. np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 vvd (np1: crd.) n1 pns11 vbm j pp-f dt ds pp-f po21 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 849 Page 259
5157 As if he had sayd, I have no reason to complaine, or be angry, to fret or vex at this dispensation, yea though thou shouldst let the cloud of my brothers wrath breake upon me, As if he had said, I have no reason to complain, or be angry, to fret or vex At this Dispensation, yea though thou Shouldst let the cloud of my Brother's wrath break upon me, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vbi j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1, uh cs pns21 vmd2 vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 ng1 n1 vvi p-acp pno11, (13) chapter (DIV2) 849 Page 260
5158 and swallow me up, for what am I? If we consider we have deserved no good, we shall never strive with God about any evill that befalls us; especially, if we consider and swallow me up, for what am I? If we Consider we have deserved no good, we shall never strive with God about any evil that befalls us; especially, if we Consider cc vvb pno11 a-acp, c-acp q-crq vbm pns11? cs pns12 vvb pns12 vhb vvn dx j, pns12 vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n-jn cst vvz pno12; av-j, cs pns12 vvb (13) chapter (DIV2) 849 Page 260
5159 Thirdly, That we are ill-deserving, or such as deserve the greatest evills. Thirdly, That we Are Ill-deserving, or such as deserve the greatest evils. ord, cst pns12 vbr j, cc d c-acp vvi dt js n2-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 850 Page 260
5160 None of us suffer but what our owne sin hath procured, yea sin might have procured us soarer sufferings. None of us suffer but what our own since hath procured, yea since might have procured us soarer sufferings. pix pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp r-crq po12 d n1 vhz vvn, uh n1 vmd vhi vvn pno12 n1 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 850 Page 260
5161 Every sin hath a crosse in the belly of it. Every since hath a cross in the belly of it. np1 n1 vhz dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 850 Page 260
5162 And shall we strive with God because of our crosses, when our sins have made them? And shall we strive with God Because of our Crosses, when our Sins have made them? cc vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1 c-acp pp-f po12 n2, c-crq po12 n2 vhb vvn pno32? (13) chapter (DIV2) 850 Page 260
5163 Fourthly, Why should we strive with God about these things? are they worth the striving with God about? surely they are not wotth the striving with men about, much lesse with God. Fourthly, Why should we strive with God about these things? Are they worth the striving with God about? surely they Are not wotth the striving with men about, much less with God. ord, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n2? vbr pns32 j dt vvg p-acp np1 a-acp? av-j pns32 vbr xx av dt vvg p-acp n2 a-acp, av-d av-dc p-acp np1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5164 If we were in the best outward estate that ever any man enjoyed in this world, If we were in the best outward estate that ever any man enjoyed in this world, cs pns12 vbdr p-acp dt js j n1 cst av d n1 vvn p-acp d n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5165 yet we were not then got a step beyond vanity ( Psal: 39.5.) Every man in his best estate is altogether vanity. yet we were not then god a step beyond vanity (Psalm: 39.5.) Every man in his best estate is altogether vanity. av pns12 vbdr xx av vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 (np1: crd.) d n1 p-acp po31 js n1 vbz av n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5166 Suppose God should give you a blank, and bid you sit downe and write what you would have as to your outward state, Suppose God should give you a blank, and bid you fit down and write what you would have as to your outward state, vvb np1 vmd vvi pn22 dt j, cc vvb pn22 vvb a-acp cc vvi r-crq pn22 vmd vhi a-acp p-acp po22 j n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5167 and then bestow it upon you, yet in this best estate, you and your all are altogether vanity. and then bestow it upon you, yet in this best estate, you and your all Are altogether vanity. cc av vvb pn31 p-acp pn22, av p-acp d js n1, pn22 cc po22 d vbr av n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5189 feare him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell, yea I say unto you, feare him. Fear him, which After he hath killed hath power to cast into hell, yea I say unto you, Fear him. vvb pno31, r-crq c-acp pns31 vhz vvn vhz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, uh pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vvb pno31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 855 Page 261
5168 And will ye strive with God for taking a vaine thing from you? Will you be so much dissatisfied for the taking away or want of that which could not satisfie you when you had it, And will you strive with God for taking a vain thing from you? Will you be so much dissatisfied for the taking away or want of that which could not satisfy you when you had it, cc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp pn22? n1 pn22 vbi av av-d vvn p-acp dt n-vvg av cc n1 pp-f d r-crq vmd xx vvi pn22 c-crq pn22 vhd pn31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5169 nor can when you have it againe? If a man had all these comforts which he strives for, they could not make him happy, nor can when you have it again? If a man had all these comforts which he strives for, they could not make him happy, ccx vmb c-crq pn22 vhb pn31 av? cs dt n1 vhd d d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31 j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5170 why then should he strive because they are removed from him? But as they are vanity, why then should he strive Because they Are removed from him? But as they Are vanity, uh-crq av vmd pns31 vvi c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31? cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5171 because unable to satisfie when we have them, so they are vanity, because of our uncertainty to hold them. Because unable to satisfy when we have them, so they Are vanity, Because of our uncertainty to hold them. c-acp j pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vhb pno32, av pns32 vbr n1, c-acp pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5172 Yea suppose we hold them as long as we can have them, it is but a while. Yea suppose we hold them as long as we can have them, it is but a while. uh vvb pns12 vvb pno32 c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb vhi pno32, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5173 And shall we strive with God about loosing that which at longest we cannot keepe long? To be sure these things are not necessary for us: And shall we strive with God about losing that which At longest we cannot keep long? To be sure these things Are not necessary for us: cc vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp vvg d r-crq p-acp js pns12 vmbx vvi av-j? pc-acp vbi j d n2 vbr xx j p-acp pno12: (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5174 Christ sayd to Martha, There is one thing necessary (Luke 10.42.) But a worldly comfort of any kind is not the nece••••y thing which Christ there intends; christ said to Martha, There is one thing necessary (Lycia 10.42.) But a worldly Comfort of any kind is not the nece••••y thing which christ there intends; np1 vvd p-acp np1, pc-acp vbz crd n1 j (n1 crd.) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz xx dt j n1 r-crq np1 zz vvz; (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5175 And shall we strive with God about unnecessaries? Fifthly, Know, afflictions are the portion of the people of God in this life. And shall we strive with God about unnecessaries? Fifthly, Know, afflictions Are the portion of the people of God in this life. cc vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2-j? ord, vvb, n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 851 Page 260
5176 They are the corrections of a father, and there is no son but hath his correction, or may have it. They Are the corrections of a father, and there is no son but hath his correction, or may have it. pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp vhz po31 n1, cc vmb vhi pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 852 Page 260
5177 And shall we strive with God for sending us our portion, our son-like, child-like portion? And shall we strive with God for sending us our portion, our sonlike, childlike portion? cc vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp vvg pno12 po12 n1, po12 j, j n1? (13) chapter (DIV2) 852 Page 260
5178 Sixthly, I would say this to believers, Why will ye strive with God about any of your afflictions? they are for your good and benefit. Sixthly, I would say this to believers, Why will you strive with God about any of your afflictions? they Are for your good and benefit. j, pns11 vmd vvi d p-acp n2, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d pp-f po22 n2? pns32 vbr p-acp po22 j cc n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 853 Page 261
5179 And will ye strive with God, because he is doing you good? let your afflictions be never so sad, never so sore, And will you strive with God, Because he is doing you good? let your afflictions be never so sad, never so soar, cc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vbz vdg pn22 j? vvb po22 n2 vbb av-x av j, av-x av av-j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 853 Page 261
5180 and to sence never so bad, yet God is doing you good by them; be not angry with your owne good? and to sense never so bad, yet God is doing you good by them; be not angry with your own good? cc p-acp n1 av-x av j, av np1 vbz vdg pn22 j p-acp pno32; vbb xx j p-acp po22 d j? (13) chapter (DIV2) 853 Page 261
5181 Lastly, Why doe we strive with God under our afflictions; He loveth us as much under affliction, as in a prosperous condition. Lastly, Why do we strive with God under our afflictions; He loves us as much under affliction, as in a prosperous condition. ord, q-crq vdb pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n2; pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp d p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 854 Page 261
5182 God is tender to his in their troubles, and shall they be harsh to him, God is tender to his in their Troubles, and shall they be harsh to him, np1 vbz j p-acp po31 p-acp po32 n2, cc vmb pns32 vbb j p-acp pno31, (13) chapter (DIV2) 854 Page 261
5183 when he is so tender towards them? A parent that hath but nature, will tender his child most when sick and weak, when he is so tender towards them? A parent that hath but nature, will tender his child most when sick and weak, c-crq pns31 vbz av j p-acp pno32? dt n1 cst vhz p-acp n1, vmb vvi po31 n1 av-ds c-crq j cc j, (13) chapter (DIV2) 854 Page 261
5184 and will not God? Let us take heed we be not found striving with, and will not God? Let us take heed we be not found striving with, cc vmb xx np1? vvb pno12 vvi n1 pns12 vbb xx vvn vvg p-acp, (13) chapter (DIV2) 854 Page 261
5185 or having hard thoughts of God while the bowels of his most tender compassions are moving towards us. or having heard thoughts of God while the bowels of his most tender compassions Are moving towards us. cc vhg vvn n2 pp-f np1 cs dt n2 pp-f po31 av-ds j n2 vbr vvg p-acp pno12. (13) chapter (DIV2) 854 Page 261
5186 To shut up this whole poynt. To shut up this Whole point. pc-acp vvi a-acp d j-jn n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 855 Page 261
5187 As Christ when he saw his Disciples in danger to be carried away with the feare of man, saith to them ( Luke 12.4, 5.) Be not afraid of them that can kill the body, As christ when he saw his Disciples in danger to be carried away with the Fear of man, Says to them (Lycia 12.4, 5.) Be not afraid of them that can kill the body, p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz p-acp pno32 (av crd, crd) vbb xx j pp-f pno32 cst vmb vvi dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 855 Page 261
5248 as at many times, or by many parts, so in divers wayes and manners; as At many times, or by many parts, so in diverse ways and manners; c-acp p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2, av p-acp j n2 cc n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 265
5190 Now, as because men are apt to feare, yea mostly to feare that which they should not, Christ sheweth them whom to feare. Now, as Because men Are apt to Fear, yea mostly to Fear that which they should not, christ shows them whom to Fear. av, c-acp c-acp n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, uh j pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns32 vmd xx, np1 vvz pno32 r-crq pc-acp vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 855 Page 261
5191 So (as hath been shewed) because men are very apt to strive, but they commonly strive with those, So (as hath been showed) Because men Are very apt to strive, but they commonly strive with those, np1 (c-acp vhz vbn vvn) c-acp n2 vbr av j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pns32 av-j vvb p-acp d, (13) chapter (DIV2) 855 Page 261
5192 and about those things, which they should not. Therefore I will tell you with whom and with what ye should strive. and about those things, which they should not. Therefore I will tell you with whom and with what you should strive. cc p-acp d n2, r-crq pns32 vmd xx. av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp ro-crq cc p-acp r-crq pn22 vmd vvi. (13) chapter (DIV2) 855 Page 261
5193 If ye will needs be striving, pray If you will needs be striving, pray cs pn22 vmb av vbi vvg, vvb (13) chapter (DIV2) 855 Page 261
5194 First, Strive with the sin in your owne bosomes, strive with your owne lusts and corruptions. One of the great Gospel duties which we are called to, is to mortifie our earthly members. First, Strive with the since in your own bosoms, strive with your own Lustiest and corruptions. One of the great Gospel duties which we Are called to, is to mortify our earthly members. ord, vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 d n2, vvb p-acp po22 d n2 cc n2. crd pp-f dt j n1 n2 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 j n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 856 Page 261
5195 To strive with all inordinate affections, with pride, with envie, with love of the world, To strive with all inordinate affections, with pride, with envy, with love of the world, p-acp vvi p-acp d j n2, p-acp n1, p-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 856 Page 261
5196 and with uncharitablenesse to the death, is our duty, if ye will needs strive, strive with these. and with uncharitableness to the death, is our duty, if you will needs strive, strive with these. cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz po12 n1, cs pn22 vmb av vvi, vvb p-acp d. (13) chapter (DIV2) 856 Page 261
5197 Secondly, If you will needs be striving, then strive with the sins of others in a gracious and zealous manner, Secondly, If you will needs be striving, then strive with the Sins of Others in a gracious and zealous manner, ord, cs pn22 vmb av vbi vvg, av vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp dt j cc j n1, (13) chapter (DIV2) 857 Page 261
5198 as Nehemiah did, who contended with the Nobles for their prophanation of the Sabbath, and their unlawfull marriages ( Neh: 13.17. & 25.) we should strive with on• ano•her to hinder that which is evill. as Nehemiah did, who contended with the Nobles for their profanation of the Sabbath, and their unlawful marriages (Neh: 13.17. & 25.) we should strive with on• ano•her to hinder that which is evil. c-acp np1 vdd, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n2-j p-acp po32 n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po32 j n2 (np1: crd. cc crd) pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1 av-d pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j-jn. (13) chapter (DIV2) 857 Page 261
5199 Gideon broke downe Baals altar, he st•ove with Baal, and was therefore sirnamed Jerubbaal (Judg: 6.32.) So let us strive with the corrupt practices, courses, gideon broke down Baal's altar, he st•ove with Baal, and was Therefore surnamed Jerubbaal (Judge: 6.32.) So let us strive with the corrupt practices, courses, np1 vvd a-acp npg1 n1, pns31 vvd p-acp np1, cc vbds av vvn np1 (n1: crd.) av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j n2, n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 857 Page 261
5200 and customes of the times, we live in, not d•lly and comply with them as many doe. and customs of the times, we live in, not d•lly and comply with them as many doe. cc n2 pp-f dt n2, pns12 vvb p-acp, xx av-j cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 857 Page 262
5201 The Apostle saith. ( Heb: 12.4.) Ye have not yet resisted unto blood, striving against sin. The Apostle Says. (Hebrew: 12.4.) You have not yet resisted unto blood, striving against since. dt n1 vvz. (n1: crd.) pn22 vhb xx av vvn p-acp n1, vvg p-acp n1. (13) chapter (DIV2) 857 Page 262
5202 That is, either the sin of others, or the sin which others would force you to. That is, either the since of Others, or the since which Others would force you to. cst vbz, d dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc dt n1 r-crq n2-jn vmd vvi pn22 p-acp. (13) chapter (DIV2) 857 Page 262
5203 Though we should strive against our owne sins especially, yet 'tis good to strive against sin in whomsoever we see it. Though we should strive against our own Sins especially, yet it's good to strive against since in whomsoever we see it. cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 d n2 av-j, av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 857 Page 262
5204 Thirdly, If you will be striving, then strive with Satan, The Adversary; Thirdly, If you will be striving, then strive with Satan, The Adversary; ord, cs pn22 vmb vbi vvg, av vvb p-acp np1, dt n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 262
5205 Submit to God, and resist the Devill, containe the whole duty of man, ( James 4.7.) Our businesse is not to strive with God, but to submit to him; Submit to God, and resist the devil, contain the Whole duty of man, (James 4.7.) Our business is not to strive with God, but to submit to him; vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi dt n1, vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd.) po12 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (13) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 262
5206 And our businesse is not to submit to the Devill, but to strive with him. And our business is not to submit to the devil, but to strive with him. cc po12 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 262
5207 How doe most run a contrary course? They resist God, and submit to the Devill. O sad! Here's a threefold blessed strife; How do most run a contrary course? They resist God, and submit to the devil. O sad! Here's a threefold blessed strife; q-crq vdb ds vvi dt j-jn n1? pns32 vvb np1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. sy j! av|vbz dt j j-vvn n1; (13) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 262
5208 First, Strive with the lusts and corruptions of your owne hearts; Secondly, Strive with the sins of others, and their sollicitations of you to sin: First, Strive with the Lustiest and corruptions of your own hearts; Secondly, Strive with the Sins of Others, and their solicitations of you to since: ord, vvb p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po22 d n2; ord, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, cc po32 n2 pp-f pn22 p-acp n1: (13) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 262
5209 Thirdly, Strive with the Devill and his temptations. Thirdly, Strive with the devil and his temptations. ord, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 262
5269 Thus ( Psal: 89.35.) Once have I sworne by my holinesse, that I will not lie unto David; Thus (Psalm: 89.35.) Once have I sworn by my holiness, that I will not lie unto David; av (np1: crd.) a-acp vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5210 Doe not strive with God, why should we strive with God at any time, or in any thing, whom at all times, Do not strive with God, why should we strive with God At any time, or in any thing, whom At all times, vdb xx vvi p-acp np1, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, ro-crq p-acp d n2, (13) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 262
5211 and in all things, we ought to serve, honour and obey? So much of this chideing question, in which Elihu reproves Job, and he had given but too much occasion for it. and in all things, we ought to serve, honour and obey? So much of this chiding question, in which Elihu reproves Job, and he had given but too much occasion for it. cc p-acp d n2, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, n1 cc vvi? av d pp-f d j-vvg n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz n1, cc pns31 vhd vvn p-acp av d n1 c-acp pn31. (13) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 262
5212 Why dost thou strive with him, he giveth not account of any of his matters. Why dost thou strive with him, he gives not account of any of his matters. q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2. (13) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 262
5213 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 14. For God speaketh once, yea, twice, yet man perceiveth it not. JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 14. For God speaks once, yea, twice, yet man perceives it not. np1. np1 crd np1 crd p-acp np1 vvz a-acp, uh, av, av n1 vvz pn31 xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 858 Page 263
5214 IN this verse and the context following, Elihu begins his second answer to Job, which is also continued to the end of the Chapter. His answer is layd downe. IN this verse and the context following, Elihu begins his second answer to Job, which is also continued to the end of the Chapter. His answer is laid down. p-acp d n1 cc dt n1 vvg, np1 vvz po31 ord n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 860 Page 263
5215 First, In generall at the 14th verse. Secondly, In particulars by way of instance, from the 15 verse to the 29th. First, In general At the 14th verse. Secondly, In particulars by Way of instance, from the 15 verse to the 29th. ord, p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1. ord, p-acp n2-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt crd n1 p-acp dt ord. (14) chapter (DIV2) 861 Page 263
5216 Thirdly, He summes up or recapitulates the whole of his discourse, in the 29th and 30th verses. Thirdly, He sums up or recapitulates the Whole of his discourse, in the 29th and 30th Verses. ord, pns31 n2 a-acp cc vvz dt j-jn pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt ord cc ord n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 863 Page 263
5217 Fourthly, Concludes, seriously inviting Job to answer what he had sayd, as also, what he had yet to say, vers. 31, 32, 33. This 14th verse hath some difficulty in it; Fourthly, Concludes, seriously inviting Job to answer what he had said, as also, what he had yet to say, vers. 31, 32, 33. This 14th verse hath Some difficulty in it; ord, vvz, av-j j-vvg np1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, c-acp av, r-crq pns31 vhd av pc-acp vvi, fw-la. crd, crd, crd d ord n1 vhz d n1 p-acp pn31; (14) chapter (DIV2) 864 Page 263
5218 And though the crosse and various thoughts of Interpreters about it have made it more difficult, And though the cross and various thoughts of Interpreters about it have made it more difficult, cc cs dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31 vhb vvn pn31 av-dc j, (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5219 yet there is one thing wherein all Center and agree; yet there is one thing wherein all Centre and agree; av pc-acp vbz crd n1 c-crq d n1 cc vvi; (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5220 That, Elihu in this 14th verse and so forward propounds certaine wayes by which God is pleased to reveale and manifest himselfe unto man. That, Elihu in this 14th verse and so forward propounds certain ways by which God is pleased to reveal and manifest himself unto man. cst, np1 p-acp d ord n1 cc av av-j vvz j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5221 First, to humble and bring man to a true sence of himselfe; First, to humble and bring man to a true sense of himself; ord, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px31; (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5222 Secondly, to worke in him an acknowledgement of his great goodnesse and righteousnesse in all his dealings with the children of men. Secondly, to work in him an acknowledgement of his great Goodness and righteousness in all his dealings with the children of men. ord, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp d po31 n2-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5223 For having sayd at the 13th verse, God gives not account of any of his matters; For having said At the 13th verse, God gives not account of any of his matters; p-acp vhg vvn p-acp dt ord n1, np1 vvz xx n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5224 He is above all reckonings and dayes of Audit (having thus, I say, asserted the absolute soveraignty of God over man) he adds, to mittigate and allay the seeming severity of this assertion, That although God be so high and great, that he is not at all obliged to give any account of himselfe or of his wayes to the creature, He is above all reckonings and days of Audit (having thus, I say, asserted the absolute sovereignty of God over man) he adds, to mitigate and allay the seeming severity of this assertion, That although God be so high and great, that he is not At all obliged to give any account of himself or of his ways to the creature, pns31 vbz p-acp d n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f n1 (vhg av, pns11 vvb, vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1) pns31 vvz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1, cst cs np1 vbb av j cc j, cst pns31 vbz xx p-acp d vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f px31 cc pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5225 nor will allow any man to be so bold as to strive with him about, nor will allow any man to be so bold as to strive with him about, ccx vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 a-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5226 or question any of his matters, yet he is pleased freely and graciously to condescend unto man many wayes; or question any of his matters, yet he is pleased freely and graciously to condescend unto man many ways; cc vvi d pp-f po31 n2, av pns31 vbz vvn av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 d n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5227 and not only once but often, not only often in one way, but by severall wayes to give him cleare intimations what his will is, what he requires of him, and not only once but often, not only often in one Way, but by several ways to give him clear intimations what his will is, what he requires of him, cc xx av-j a-acp p-acp av, xx av-j av p-acp crd n1, cc-acp p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 j n2 r-crq po31 n1 vbz, r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pno31, (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5228 and calls unto him for, if man had but will and understanding to perceive it; for he speaketh once, yea, twice, yet man perceiveth it not. and calls unto him for, if man had but will and understanding to perceive it; for he speaks once, yea, twice, yet man perceives it not. cc vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp, cs n1 vhd p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; p-acp pns31 vvz a-acp, uh, av, av n1 vvz pn31 xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 263
5229 So then, man hath no reason to complaine (as Job sometimes had done, and many others in like distresses doe) that he is in the darke, So then, man hath no reason to complain (as Job sometime had done, and many Others in like Distresses do) that he is in the dark, av av, n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi (c-acp np1 av vhd vdn, cc d n2-jn p-acp j n2 vdb) cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt j, (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 264
5230 and doth not perceive the minde of God towards him, why he is so afflicted, and why God contendeth with him; and does not perceive the mind of God towards him, why he is so afflicted, and why God contendeth with him; cc vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vbz av vvn, cc c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31; (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 264
5231 for God doth give touches, hints, and admonitions, sometimes more privately, sometimes more openly, and if man doth not perceive them, it is his owne fault. for God does give touches, hints, and admonitions, sometime more privately, sometime more openly, and if man does not perceive them, it is his own fault. c-acp np1 vdz vvi n2, n2, cc n2, av av-dc av-j, av av-dc av-j, cc cs n1 vdz xx vvi pno32, pn31 vbz po31 d n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 264
5232 Vers. 14. For he speaketh once, yea twice, yet man perceiveth it not. Vers. 14. For he speaks once, yea twice, yet man perceives it not. np1 crd c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp, uh av, av n1 vvz pn31 xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 865 Page 264
5233 We render the first word of this verse by that causall particle, For; yet because the text doth not strictly carry a reason in it of what was sayd before, We render the First word of this verse by that causal particle, For; yet Because the text does not strictly carry a reason in it of what was said before, pns12 vvb dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1 n1, p-acp; av c-acp dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn a-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 866 Page 264
5234 but is rather an explication or an accommodation of it; but is rather an explication or an accommodation of it; cc-acp vbz av-c dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; (14) chapter (DIV2) 866 Page 264
5235 therefore some begin the verse, not with that causall particle For, but with an adverb of time, When. So Mr Broughton, When the omnipotent speaketh once, &c. And the reason of it is, Therefore Some begin the verse, not with that causal particle For, but with an adverb of time, When. So Mr Broughton, When the omnipotent speaks once, etc. And the reason of it is, av d vvb dt n1, xx p-acp d n1 n1 p-acp, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, q-crq av n1 np1, c-crq dt j vvz a-acp, av cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, (14) chapter (DIV2) 866 Page 264
5236 because we find another adverb of time answering this at the 16th verse, When God speaketh once or twice, Because we find Another adverb of time answering this At the 16th verse, When God speaks once or twice, c-acp pns12 vvb j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vvg d p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq np1 vvz a-acp cc av, (14) chapter (DIV2) 866 Page 264
5237 and man perceiveth it not, &c. then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth their instruction. As if Elihu had sayd; and man perceives it not, etc. then he Openeth the ears of men, and Sealeth their instruction. As if Elihu had said; cc n1 vvz pn31 xx, av av pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvz po32 n1. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; (14) chapter (DIV2) 866 Page 264
5238 If speaking will not doe it, somewhat else shall; If speaking will not do it, somewhat Else shall; cs vvg vmb xx vdi pn31, av av vmb; (14) chapter (DIV2) 866 Page 264
5239 or when God having spoken once or twice, yet findes man unattentive and unsencible, he takes another course; or when God having spoken once or twice, yet finds man unattentive and unsensible, he Takes Another course; cc c-crq np1 vhg vvn a-acp cc av, av vvz n1 j cc j, pns31 vvz j-jn n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 866 Page 264
5240 then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth up their instruction. then he Openeth the ears of men, and Sealeth up their instruction. av pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvz a-acp po32 n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 866 Page 264
5241 If they understand not his meaning by dreams and visions, he will awaken them to purpose. We say, For God speaketh. If they understand not his meaning by dreams and visions, he will awaken them to purpose. We say, For God speaks. cs pns32 vvb xx po31 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1. pns12 vvb, c-acp np1 vvz. (14) chapter (DIV2) 866 Page 264
5242 As if here a reason were given why God should not be called at all (as being so great he ought not) to give man an account of any of his matters, for he speaketh once or twice, he is aforehand with man. For God speaketh. As if Here a reason were given why God should not be called At all (as being so great he ought not) to give man an account of any of his matters, for he speaks once or twice, he is aforehand with man. For God speaks. c-acp cs av dt n1 vbdr vvn c-crq np1 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp d (c-acp vbg av j pns31 vmd xx) pc-acp vvi n1 dt n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp cc av, pns31 vbz av p-acp n1. p-acp np1 vvz. (14) chapter (DIV2) 867 Page 264
5243 To speake, in strict sence, as speaking is the forming up of words by an articulate voyce, is proper to man; To speak, in strict sense, as speaking is the forming up of words by an articulate voice, is proper to man; pc-acp vvi, p-acp j n1, c-acp vvg vbz dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f n2 p-acp dt vvi n1, vbz j p-acp n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 264
5244 yet in Scripture God is sayd to speake, when or howsoever he maketh knowne his mind to man. yet in Scripture God is said to speak, when or howsoever he makes known his mind to man. av p-acp n1 np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, c-crq cc c-acp pns31 vvz vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 264
5245 Which he alwayes doth in such a way, as is most suitable to his owne greatnesse, with respect to mans weaknesse. Which he always does in such a Way, as is most suitable to his own greatness, with respect to men weakness. r-crq pns31 av vdz p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vbz ds j p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp n1 p-acp ng1 n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 264
5246 When God giveth us any intimation of his owne will, and of our duty, of what he will doe for us, When God gives us any intimation of his own will, and of our duty, of what he will do for us, c-crq np1 vvz pno12 d n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cc pp-f po12 n1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno12, (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 264
5247 or of what he would have us doe, then he is sayd to speake to us. ( Heb: 1.1.) God who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the Prophets, hath in these last dayes spoken to us by his Son. God spake to the old fathers, or of what he would have us do, then he is said to speak to us. (Hebrew: 1.1.) God who At sundry times and in diverse manners spoke in time passed unto the Father's by the prophets, hath in these last days spoken to us by his Son. God spoke to the old Father's, cc pp-f r-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vdi, cs pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12. (n1: crd.) np1 r-crq p-acp j n2 cc p-acp j n2 vvd p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2, vhz p-acp d ord n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1 np1 vvd p-acp dt j n2, (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 265
5249 he delivered his mind unto the people usually by the Prophets, and to the Prophets in dreames and visions. he Delivered his mind unto the people usually by the prophets, and to the prophets in dreams and visions. pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp n2 cc n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 265
5250 The speaking of God was either immediate from himselfe in those dreames and visions to the Prophets, or mediate by the Prophets. The speaking of God was either immediate from himself in those dreams and visions to the prophets, or mediate by the prophets. dt n-vvg pp-f np1 vbds av-d j p-acp px31 p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 265
5251 And though now God doth not speake to us immediately as he did to the Prophets before Christ came in the flesh, And though now God does not speak to us immediately as he did to the prophets before christ Come in the Flesh, cc cs av np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno12 av-j p-acp pns31 vdd p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 265
5252 and to the Apostles after he was come in the flesh, yet All the Propheticall and Apostolicall writings are the speakings of God to us, besides what he dayly speaketh to us (answerable to what is written) both inwardly by the workings of his Spirit, and to the Apostles After he was come in the Flesh, yet All the Prophetical and Apostolical writings Are the speakings of God to us, beside what he daily speaks to us (answerable to what is written) both inwardly by the workings of his Spirit, cc p-acp dt n2 c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, av d dt j cc j n2-vvg vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, p-acp r-crq pns31 av-j vvz p-acp pno12 (j p-acp r-crq vbz vvn) d av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 265
5253 and outwardly by the workes of his providence. For he speaketh once, &c. Hence note. In what way soever God reveales his minde unto man, he speakes unto him. and outwardly by the works of his providence. For he speaks once, etc. Hence note. In what Way soever God reveals his mind unto man, he speaks unto him. cc av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp, av av vvi. p-acp r-crq n1 av np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 868 Page 265
5254 Every manifestation of the will of God to us is a Sermon; Every manifestation of the will of God to us is a Sermon; d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 vbz dt n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5255 what, man speaketh to us according to the word of God, is to be received as the word of God. what, man speaks to us according to the word of God, is to be received as the word of God. r-crq, n1 vvz p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5256 For as God speaketh to us, though not formally, yet expressely in the holy Scriptures, which are his word, For as God speaks to us, though not formally, yet expressly in the holy Scriptures, which Are his word, p-acp c-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno12, cs xx av-j, av av-j p-acp dt j n2, r-crq vbr po31 n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5257 so he speaketh to us vertually, though not expressely by his works. And that, First, by his workes of creation; so he speaks to us virtually, though not expressly by his works. And that, First, by his works of creation; av pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 av-j, cs xx av-j p-acp po31 n2. cc d, ord, p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5258 by them God is continually opening and manifesting himselfe to man in his wisdome, power, and goodnesse. by them God is continually opening and manifesting himself to man in his Wisdom, power, and Goodness. p-acp pno32 np1 vbz av-j vvg cc vvg px31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1, cc n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5259 He speaketh to us, Secondly, by his works of providence, whether first they be works of mercy (every mercy hath a voyce in it, every blessing a speech) or secondly, He speaks to us, Secondly, by his works of providence, whither First they be works of mercy (every mercy hath a voice in it, every blessing a speech) or secondly, pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, ord, p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, cs ord pns32 vbb n2 pp-f n1 (d n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, d n1 dt n1) cc ord, (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5260 whether they be works of judgement ( Micah 6.9.) The Lords voyce cryeth unto the Citie, whither they be works of judgement (micah 6.9.) The lords voice Cries unto the city, cs pns32 vbb n2 pp-f n1 (np1 crd.) dt ng1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5261 and the man of wisdome shall see thy name; heare ye the rod, and who hath appointed it. and the man of Wisdom shall see thy name; hear you the rod, and who hath appointed it. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi po21 n1; vvb pn22 dt n1, cc r-crq vhz vvn pn31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5262 Sicknesses and losses, the crosses and troubles that we meet with in the world, cry aloud to us, especially when they make us (as they often doe) cry aloud. Sicknesses and losses, the Crosses and Troubles that we meet with in the world, cry aloud to us, especially when they make us (as they often do) cry aloud. n2 cc n2, dt n2 cc n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvb av p-acp pno12, av-j c-crq pns32 vvb pno12 (c-acp pns32 av vdb) vvb av. (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5263 As the heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament sheweth his handy worke, day unto day uttereth speech, As the heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament shows his handy work, day unto day utters speech, p-acp dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 vvz po31 j n1, n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 265
5264 and night unto night sheweth knowledge (Psal: 19.1, 2.) so those things that are done and acted night and day, utter the mind and speak out the heart of God unto man. and night unto night shows knowledge (Psalm: 19.1, 2.) so those things that Are done and acted night and day, utter the mind and speak out the heart of God unto man. cc n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1 (np1: crd, crd) av d n2 cst vbr vdn cc vvn n1 cc n1, vvb dt n1 cc vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 266
5265 For God speaketh once, yea twice. For God speaks once, yea twice. p-acp np1 vvz a-acp, uh av. (14) chapter (DIV2) 870 Page 266
5266 The Hebrew is, in once, that is, for one Turne or Time, or by one meanes or way. The Hebrew is, in once, that is, for one Turn or Time, or by one means or Way. dt njp vbz, p-acp a-acp, cst vbz, p-acp crd vvb cc n1, cc p-acp crd n2 cc n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 871 Page 266
5267 The word once, hath a threefold signification in Scripture, all which are applyable to the text in hand. The word once, hath a threefold signification in Scripture, all which Are appliable to the text in hand. dt n1 a-acp, vhz dt j n1 p-acp n1, d r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 871 Page 266
5268 First, Once, is as much as surely, certainly, verily, irrevocably. First, Once, is as much as surely, Certainly, verily, irrevocably. ord, a-acp, vbz p-acp d c-acp av-j, av-j, av-j, av-j. (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5270 That is, I have surely sworne, certainly sworne, irrevocably sworne, my word, yea my oath is out, and it is immutable; That is, I have surely sworn, Certainly sworn, irrevocably sworn, my word, yea my oath is out, and it is immutable; cst vbz, pns11 vhb av-j vvn, av-j vvn, av-j vvn, po11 n1, uh po11 n1 vbz av, cc pn31 vbz j; (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5271 That which God (in this sence) once saith, it is alwayes sayd, or 'tis sayd for ever; That which God (in this sense) once Says, it is always said, or it's said for ever; cst r-crq np1 (p-acp d n1) a-acp vvz, pn31 vbz av vvn, cc pn31|vbz vvn p-acp av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5272 how much more that which he swareth? Thus the Apostle argueth ( Heb: 6.17, 18.) God willing more abundantly (or more then needed as to him and the truth of the thing in it self) to shew unto the heires of promise the immutability of his counsel confirmed it by an oath, that by two immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to lye (namely, his promise and his oath) we might have strong consolation, &c. In like notion we may expound that once, which we finde ( Heb: 9.27.) And as it is appointed unto men once to die (or to dye once) and after that cometh the judgement. how much more that which he swareth? Thus the Apostle argue (Hebrew: 6.17, 18.) God willing more abundantly (or more then needed as to him and the truth of the thing in it self) to show unto the Heirs of promise the immutability of his counsel confirmed it by an oath, that by two immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to lie (namely, his promise and his oath) we might have strong consolation, etc. In like notion we may expound that once, which we find (Hebrew: 9.27.) And as it is appointed unto men once to die (or to die once) and After that comes the judgement. c-crq d dc d r-crq pns31 vvz? av dt n1 vvz (n1: crd, crd) np1 vvg av-dc av-j (cc av-dc cs vvd a-acp p-acp pno31 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp crd j n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi (av, po31 n1 cc po31 n1) pns12 vmd vhi j n1, av p-acp j n1 pns12 vmb vvi d a-acp, r-crq pns12 vvb (n1: crd.) cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi (cc pc-acp vvi a-acp) cc p-acp cst vvz dt n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5273 Some referre, once, to dye, as if the meaning were, it is appointed unto men to dye once, that is, men must expect to dye a naturall death, which happens but once, and once (at least equivalently) will and must happen to all men. some refer, once, to die, as if the meaning were, it is appointed unto men to die once, that is, men must expect to die a natural death, which happens but once, and once (At least equivalently) will and must happen to all men. d vvb, a-acp, p-acp vvi, c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cst vbz, n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp a-acp, cc a-acp (p-acp ds av-j) vmb cc vmb vvi p-acp d n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5274 Others referre the once to appointed in the sence of this present exposition; Others refer the once to appointed in the sense of this present exposition; ng2-jn vvb dt a-acp p-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5275 It is appointed once; that is, God hath certainly and firmly appointed established and decreed this thing, he hath ratified it in heaven, that men must dye; This statute is irrevocable; It is appointed once; that is, God hath Certainly and firmly appointed established and decreed this thing, he hath ratified it in heaven, that men must die; This statute is irrevocable; pn31 vbz vvn a-acp; cst vbz, np1 vhz av-j cc av-j vvn vvn cc vvn d n1, pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1, cst n2 vmb vvi; d n1 vbz j; (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5276 The thing is appointed, and there is no reversing or revoking of that appointment. The thing is appointed, and there is no reversing or revoking of that appointment. dt n1 vbz vvn, cc pc-acp vbz dx vvg cc vvg pp-f d n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5277 This is a good sence, and sutable enough to the scope of Elihu; God speaketh once, that is, what he speaketh is a sure and certain word, an infallible word; This is a good sense, and suitable enough to the scope of Elihu; God speaks once, that is, what he speaks is a sure and certain word, an infallible word; d vbz dt j n1, cc j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; np1 vvz a-acp, cst vbz, r-crq pns31 vvz vbz dt j cc j n1, dt j n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5278 the word setled for ever in heaven (Psal: 119.89.) his promise is not only sure but most sure. the word settled for ever in heaven (Psalm: 119.89.) his promise is not only sure but most sure. dt n1 vvn p-acp av p-acp n1 (np1: crd.) po31 n1 vbz xx av-j j p-acp ds j. (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5279 As the Apostle speakes (2 Pet. 1.18, 19.) And this voyce which came from heaven we heard when we were with him in the holy Mount. As the Apostle speaks (2 Pet. 1.18, 19.) And this voice which Come from heaven we herd when we were with him in the holy Mount. p-acp dt n1 vvz (crd np1 crd, crd) cc d n1 r-crq vvd p-acp n1 pns12 vvd c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5280 We have also a more sure (the Comparative imports the Superlative, a most sure) word of prophecy, whereunto ye doe well that ye take heed, We have also a more sure (the Comparative imports the Superlative, a most sure) word of prophecy, whereunto you do well that you take heed, pns12 vhb av dt av-dc j (dt j vvz dt j, dt av-ds j) n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pn22 vdb av cst pn22 vvb n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 266
5281 as unto a light that shineth in a darke place, untill the day dawne and the day-starre arise in your hearts. as unto a Light that shines in a dark place, until the day dawn and the daystar arise in your hearts. c-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 n1 cc dt n1 vvb p-acp po22 n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 267
5282 As the whole propheticall, so the whole historicall and doctrinall word of God is most sure, being once spoken it is spoken for ever, And written as with a pen of iron, As the Whole prophetical, so the Whole historical and doctrinal word of God is most sure, being once spoken it is spoken for ever, And written as with a pen of iron, p-acp dt j-jn j, av dt j-jn j cc j n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds j, vbg a-acp vvn pn31 vbz vvn p-acp av, cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 267
5283 and the point of a Diamond, and that upon a rocke which cannot be removed. and the point of a Diamond, and that upon a rock which cannot be removed. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn. (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 267
5284 That which was vaine-gloriously, and beyond the line of man, sayd of the Law of the Medes and Persians, (Dan: 6.8.) is only true of the word of God, it altereth not. That which was vaingloriously, and beyond the line of man, said of the Law of the Medes and Persians, (Dan: 6.8.) is only true of the word of God, it altereth not. cst r-crq vbds j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np1 cc np1, (uh: crd.) vbz av-j j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 872 Page 267
5285 Secondly, This once speaking, notes the speaking of a thing so sufficiently or fully, that there is enough sayd at once, Secondly, This once speaking, notes the speaking of a thing so sufficiently or Fully, that there is enough said At once, ord, d a-acp vvg, vvz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 av av-j cc av-j, cst pc-acp vbz av-d vvn p-acp a-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5286 and so no more needs be sayd. and so no more needs be said. cc av av-dx av-dc av vbi vvn. (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5287 The vulgar translation takes up this sence, God hath spoken once (that is, he hath spoken fully or sufficiently for mans instruction and admonition at once, The Vulgar Translation Takes up this sense, God hath spoken once (that is, he hath spoken Fully or sufficiently for men instruction and admonition At once, dt j n1 vvz a-acp d n1, np1 vhz vvn a-acp (cst vbz, pns31 vhz vvn av-j cc av-j p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp a-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5288 and therefore he translates the latter part of the verse, thus; And he doth not repeate it the second time. and Therefore he translates the latter part of the verse, thus; And he does not repeat it the second time. cc av pns31 vvz dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, av; cc pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 dt ord n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5289 That which is done at once sufficiently, needs not be done a second time; This is a truth; That which is done At once sufficiently, needs not be done a second time; This is a truth; cst r-crq vbz vdn p-acp a-acp av-j, vvz xx vbi vdn dt ord n1; d vbz dt n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5290 There is a sufficiency and a fullnesse in the word of God once spoken, there needs nothing to be added; There is a sufficiency and a fullness in the word of God once spoken, there needs nothing to be added; pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp vvn, a-acp vvz pix pc-acp vbi vvn; (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5291 or as others expound this translation. or as Others expound this Translation. cc c-acp n2-jn vvb d n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5292 When once God speakes, that is, resolves and determines a thing, he doth not (as man who often repents of what he hath purposed) bring it into a second consideration, When once God speaks, that is, resolves and determines a thing, he does not (as man who often repents of what he hath purposed) bring it into a second consideration, c-crq c-acp np1 vvz, cst vbz, vvz cc vvz dt n1, pns31 vdz xx (c-acp n1 r-crq av vvz pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vvn) vvb pn31 p-acp dt ord n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5293 for he cannot erre, and therefore he needs decree but once. for he cannot err, and Therefore he needs Decree but once. c-acp pns31 vmbx vvi, cc av pns31 vvz n1 cc-acp a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5294 But though this be a truth, yet I doe not conceive it to be the meaning of this place, But though this be a truth, yet I do not conceive it to be the meaning of this place, p-acp cs d vbb dt n1, av pns11 vdb xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5295 because it doth not well agree with what goes before, and lesse with that which followeth at the 29th verse; Because it does not well agree with what Goes before, and less with that which follows At the 29th verse; c-acp pn31 vdz xx av vvi p-acp r-crq vvz a-acp, cc av-dc p-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp dt ord n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5296 Loe all these things worketh God oftentimes, or (as our Margin hath it) twice and thrice with man. Lo all these things works God oftentimes, or (as our Margin hath it) twice and thrice with man. uh av-d d n2 vvz np1 av, cc (p-acp po12 n1 vhz pn31) av cc av p-acp n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5297 And therefore here Elihu rather intimates the variety of those wayes by which God reveales himselfe to man, And Therefore Here Elihu rather intimates the variety of those ways by which God reveals himself to man, cc av av np1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5298 then the sufficiency of any one of them. then the sufficiency of any one of them. cs dt n1 pp-f d crd pp-f pno32. (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5299 For though we grant any one of them sufficient, yet God out of his abundant goodnesse is pleased to reveale himselfe more wayes then one, and more times then once. For though we grant any one of them sufficient, yet God out of his abundant Goodness is pleased to reveal himself more ways then one, and more times then once. p-acp cs pns12 vvb d crd pp-f pno32 j, av np1 av pp-f po31 j n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi px31 av-dc n2 cs pi, cc av-dc n2 cs a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 873 Page 267
5300 Thirdly, This once, may be taken exclusively; so i• Scripture, once is once and no more, once and not againe; Thirdly, This once, may be taken exclusively; so i• Scripture, once is once and no more, once and not again; ord, d a-acp, vmb vbi vvn av-j; av n1 n1, a-acp vbz a-acp cc dx av-dc, c-acp cc xx av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 267
5301 or as we say, once for all, and so it is opposed to the repeating and acting over of the same thing. or as we say, once for all, and so it is opposed to the repeating and acting over of the same thing. cc c-acp pns12 vvb, a-acp p-acp d, cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg a-acp pp-f dt d n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 267
5302 Thus Abisha sayd to David (1 Sam: 26.8.) God hath delivered thine enemy into thine hand this day, Thus Abishai said to David (1 Sam: 26.8.) God hath Delivered thine enemy into thine hand this day, av np1 vvd p-acp np1 (vvd np1: crd.) np1 vhz vvn po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1 d n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 267
5303 now therefore l•• me smite him, I pray thee, with the speare, even to the earth at once, now Therefore l•• me smite him, I pray thee, with the spear, even to the earth At once, av av n1 pno11 vvi pno31, pns11 vvb pno21, p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 p-acp a-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 267
5304 and I will not smite him the second time. Once smiting is there opposed to smiting more then once; and I will not smite him the second time. Once smiting is there opposed to smiting more then once; cc pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 dt ord n1. a-acp vvg vbz a-acp vvn p-acp vvg dc cs a-acp; (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 267
5305 As if he had sayd, I will pay him home, or dispatch him at once, there will be no need to fetch another blow. As if he had said, I will pay him home, or dispatch him At once, there will be no need to fetch Another blow. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 av-an, cc vvb pno31 p-acp a-acp, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5306 Thus when the Apostle had sayd in the Epistle to the Hebrews (Chap: 9.27.) It is appointed unto men once to dye, Thus when the Apostle had said in the Epistle to the Hebrews (Chap: 9.27.) It is appointed unto men once to die, av c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1 (n1: crd.) pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi, (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5307 and after this the judgement, presently he addeth, So Christ was once offered to beare the sins of many; and After this the judgement, presently he adds, So christ was once offered to bear the Sins of many; cc p-acp d dt n1, av-j pns31 vvz, av np1 vbds a-acp vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d; (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5308 there also once is opposed to twice, or a second time, excluding all repetition of the sacrifice of Christ. there also once is opposed to twice, or a second time, excluding all repetition of the sacrifice of christ. a-acp av a-acp vbz vvn p-acp av, cc dt ord n1, vvg d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5309 As 'tis sayd ( Heb: 10.10.) By the which will we are sanctified, through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all. As it's said (Hebrew: 10.10.) By the which will we Are sanctified, through the offering of the body of jesus christ once for all. p-acp pn31|vbz vvd (n1: crd.) p-acp dt r-crq vmb pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 a-acp p-acp d. (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5310 And therefore the same Apostle in the same Chapter ( v. 26.) terrifieth Apostates with this dreadfull doome; And Therefore the same Apostle in the same Chapter (v. 26.) terrifieth Apostates with this dreadful doom; cc av dt d n1 p-acp dt d n1 (n1 crd) vvz n2 p-acp d j n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5311 If we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins; If we sin wilfully After that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remains no more sacrifice for Sins; cs pns12 vvb av-j p-acp cst pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vvz av-dx dc n1 p-acp n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5312 that is, neither will Christ give up himselfe to be a sacrifice againe for such as have (after light received about it, that is, neither will christ give up himself to be a sacrifice again for such as have (After Light received about it, cst vbz, dx vmb np1 vvi a-acp px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 av p-acp d c-acp vhb (p-acp n1 vvn p-acp pn31, (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5313 and some seeming closings with it) cast off that his sacrifice, nor can any other sacrifice be given. and Some seeming closings with it) cast off that his sacrifice, nor can any other sacrifice be given. cc d j-vvg n2-vvg p-acp pn31) vvd a-acp d po31 n1, ccx vmb d j-jn n1 vbi vvn. (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5314 In this sence also sometimes God speakes, once, He speakes once and will speake no more, once and not a second time; In this sense also sometime God speaks, once, He speaks once and will speak no more, once and not a second time; p-acp d n1 av av np1 vvz, a-acp, pns31 vvz a-acp cc vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, a-acp cc xx dt ord n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5315 though we have a twice here in the text, yet, I say, in some cases and unto some persons, God speaketh once and will not speake againe. though we have a twice Here in the text, yet, I say, in Some cases and unto Some Persons, God speaks once and will not speak again. cs pns12 vhb dt av av p-acp dt n1, av, pns11 vvb, p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2, np1 vvz a-acp cc vmb xx vvi av. (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5316 Whence take this observation or Admonition rather. It is dangerous refusing the first call, the first Word of God. Whence take this observation or Admonition rather. It is dangerous refusing the First call, the First Word of God. q-crq vvb d n1 cc n1 av-c. pn31 vbz j vvg dt ord vvi, dt ord n1 pp-f np1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5317 Possibly, you may never heare more of him or from him, once may be all. Possibly, you may never hear more of him or from him, once may be all. av-j, pn22 vmb av-x vvi dc pp-f pno31 cc p-acp pno31, c-acp vmb vbi d. (14) chapter (DIV2) 874 Page 268
5318 God may speak in thy case, not only once, that is firmly and certainly, not only once that is sufficiently, God may speak in thy case, not only once, that is firmly and Certainly, not only once that is sufficiently, np1 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1, xx av-j a-acp, cst vbz av-j cc av-j, xx av-j a-acp cst vbz av-j, (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 268
5319 but once (that is exclusively, once) and no more for ever. but once (that is exclusively, once) and no more for ever. cc-acp a-acp (d vbz av-j, a-acp) cc dx av-dc c-acp av. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 268
5320 That moving caution of the Apostle is grounded upon such a sad possibillity as this ( Heb. 3.7.) Wherefore as the holy Ghost saith, to day if ye will heare his voyce, harden not your hearts; That moving caution of the Apostle is grounded upon such a sad possibillity as this (Hebrew 3.7.) Wherefore as the holy Ghost Says, to day if you will hear his voice, harden not your hearts; cst vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp d (np1 crd.) c-crq c-acp dt j n1 vvz, p-acp n1 cs pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1, vvb xx po22 n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 268
5321 and again ( vers. 13.) Exhort one another dayly, while it is called, to day, and again (vers. 13.) Exhort one Another daily, while it is called, to day, cc av (fw-la. crd) vvb crd j-jn j, cs pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 268
5322 lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfullnesse of sin. As if it had been said; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfullnesse of since. As if it had been said; cs d pp-f pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn; (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 268
5323 heare to day, hear this hour of the day, for you know not, first, whether there will be a morrow or another day for you; hear to day, hear this hour of the day, for you know not, First, whither there will be a morrow or Another day for you; vvb p-acp n1, vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vvb xx, ord, cs pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 cc j-jn n1 p-acp pn22; (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 268
5324 secondly, if you have a morrow, yet you know not whether you shall have a word to morrow; secondly, if you have a morrow, yet you know not whither you shall have a word to morrow; ord, cs pn22 vhb dt n1, av pn22 vvb xx cs pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 268
5325 both time and season, dayes and opportunities are in the hand of God; both time and season, days and opportunities Are in the hand of God; d n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 268
5326 and he that neglects the season of one day, hath no assurance of another day, much lesse of a season with the day. and he that neglects the season of one day, hath no assurance of Another day, much less of a season with the day. cc pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f crd n1, vhz dx n1 pp-f j-jn n1, av-d av-dc pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 268
5327 Wh• knows whether the cock shall crow twice or no? possibly the cock may crow but once; Wh• knows whither the cock shall crow twice or no? possibly the cock may crow but once; np1 vvz cs dt n1 vmb vvi av cc dx? av-j dt n1 vmb vvi cc-acp a-acp; (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5328 in what a condition had Peter been if it had been so with him, for after he had (as Christ notwithstanding all his confidence to the contrary, told him ( Mark 14.30.) denyed his Master thrice, he never called to mind the words of Christ, in what a condition had Peter been if it had been so with him, for After he had (as christ notwithstanding all his confidence to the contrary, told him (Mark 14.30.) denied his Master thrice, he never called to mind the words of christ, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhd np1 vbn cs pn31 vhd vbn av p-acp pno31, c-acp c-acp pns31 vhd (c-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n1 p-acp dt n-jn, vvd pno31 (vvb crd.) vvn po31 n1 av, pns31 av-x vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5329 nor had any thought of humbling himself for what he had done, till (as 'tis said, vers. 72.) The second time the Cock crew. nor had any Thought of humbling himself for what he had done, till (as it's said, vers. 72.) The second time the Cock crew. ccx vhd d n1 pp-f vvg px31 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vdn, c-acp (c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, fw-la. crd) dt ord n1 dt n1 n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5330 Every one hath not a promise (as Peter equivalently had) that the cock shall crow twice, Every one hath not a promise (as Peter equivalently had) that the cock shall crow twice, d pi vhz xx dt n1 (c-acp np1 av-j vhd) cst dt n1 vmb vvi av, (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5331 or that God will affoard him meanes a second time to awaken him out of his sin. or that God will afford him means a second time to awaken him out of his since. cc cst np1 vmb vvi pno31 n2 dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5332 That which the Lord spake of affliction, to shew the fullnesse of it, may also be fullfilled concerning his warnings and admonitions ( Nahum 1.9.) I will make an utter end, affliction shall not rise up the second time: That which the Lord spoke of affliction, to show the fullness of it, may also be Fulfilled Concerning his Warnings and admonitions (Nahum 1.9.) I will make an utter end, affliction shall not rise up the second time: d r-crq dt n1 vvd pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, vmb av vbi vvn vvg po31 n2 cc n2 (np1 crd.) pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1, n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp dt ord n1: (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5333 We should hear at first speaking, lest it should prove that when the Lord hath spoken once, he should make an utter end, We should hear At First speaking, lest it should prove that when the Lord hath spoken once, he should make an utter end, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp ord vvg, cs pn31 vmd vvi cst c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp, pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5334 and say, instruction and admonition shall not rise up a second time. and say, instruction and admonition shall not rise up a second time. cc vvi, n1 cc n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp dt ord n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5335 And to be sure, as Abraham after he had interceded for Sodom and Gomorrah severall times, said at last ( Gen. 18.32.) O let not the Lord he angry, And to be sure, as Abraham After he had interceded for Sodom and Gomorrah several times, said At last (Gen. 18.32.) Oh let not the Lord he angry, cc pc-acp vbi j, c-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vhd vvd p-acp np1 cc np1 j n2, vvd p-acp ord (np1 crd.) uh vvb xx dt n1 pns31 j, (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5336 and I will speak yet but this once. and I will speak yet but this once. cc pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp d a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5337 So the Lord when he hath spoken oft to sinners and is not heard growes so angry, that he comes at last and saith, I will speak yet but this once. So the Lord when he hath spoken oft to Sinners and is not herd grows so angry, that he comes At last and Says, I will speak yet but this once. av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn av p-acp n2 cc vbz xx vvn vvz av j, cst pns31 vvz p-acp ord cc vvz, pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp d a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5338 God will at last come to his, but once more to all men; and with some he is at his once at first and no more for ever. God will At last come to his, but once more to all men; and with Some he is At his once At First and no more for ever. np1 vmb p-acp ord vvn p-acp po31, p-acp a-acp av-dc p-acp d n2; cc p-acp d pns31 vbz p-acp po31 a-acp p-acp ord cc dx av-dc c-acp av. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5339 There is a time when every man shall hear his last word, and God will speak but that once; There is a time when every man shall hear his last word, and God will speak but that once; pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq d n1 vmb vvi po31 ord n1, cc np1 vmb vvi cc-acp cst a-acp; (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5340 and somtimes it is but once in all that God will speak. and sometimes it is but once in all that God will speak. cc av pn31 vbz p-acp a-acp p-acp d cst np1 vmb vvi. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5341 Therefore take heed, it is dangerous deferrings if God speaks once, if he call & knock once, it is our sin & folly too, that we doe not hearken to, Therefore take heed, it is dangerous deferrings if God speaks once, if he call & knock once, it is our since & folly too, that we do not harken to, av vvb n1, pn31 vbz j n2-vvg cs np1 vvz a-acp, cs pns31 vvb cc vvi a-acp, pn31 vbz po12 n1 cc n1 av, cst pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5342 and open at his first call and knock, though the Lord doth (I grant) usually and mostly exercise much patience towards sinners, calling and knocking once and againe, and open At his First call and knock, though the Lord does (I grant) usually and mostly exercise much patience towards Sinners, calling and knocking once and again, cc vvi p-acp po31 ord n1 cc vvi, cs dt n1 vdz (pns11 vvb) av-j cc j n1 d n1 p-acp n2, vvg cc vvg a-acp cc av, (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5343 as it followeth in the text, He speaketh once, Tea twice, or a second time. as it follows in the text, He speaks once, Tea twice, or a second time. c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz a-acp, n1 av, cc dt ord n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 875 Page 269
5344 Severall of the Jewish writers interpret this twice of the two sorts or wayes of divine revelation which are spoken of in the following parts of this context; Several of the Jewish writers interpret this twice of the two sorts or ways of divine Revelation which Are spoken of in the following parts of this context; j pp-f dt jp n2 vvb d av pp-f dt crd n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1 r-crq vbr vvn pp-f p-acp dt vvg n2 pp-f d n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 876 Page 269
5345 God speaks to man by visions and dreams, and God speaks to man by diseases and sicknesses, as we shall see afterward. God speaks to man by visions and dreams, and God speaks to man by diseases and Sicknesses, as we shall see afterwards. np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi av. (14) chapter (DIV2) 876 Page 269
5346 But I rather take it more generally, not only as to the divers manner and distinct wayes of his speaking, But I rather take it more generally, not only as to the diverse manner and distinct ways of his speaking, p-acp pns11 av-c vvb pn31 av-dc av-j, xx av-j a-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc j n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg, (14) chapter (DIV2) 876 Page 269
5347 but as to the divers times, or reiteration of his speaking; he speaketh once, yea twice: but as to the diverse times, or reiteration of his speaking; he speaks once, yea twice: cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt j n2, cc n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg; pns31 vvz a-acp, uh av: (14) chapter (DIV2) 876 Page 269
5348 As he speaks severall wayes, so severall times, twice or thrice, possibly, in the same way; As he speaks several ways, so several times, twice or thrice, possibly, in the same Way; c-acp pns31 vvz j n2, av j n2, av cc av, av-j, p-acp dt d n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 876 Page 270
5349 twice by visions, twice by dreams, twice by sicknesses, and often by his Ministers; He speaketh once, Yea twice. twice by visions, twice by dreams, twice by Sicknesses, and often by his Ministers; He speaks once, Yea twice. av p-acp n2, av p-acp n2, av p-acp n2, cc av p-acp po31 n2; pns31 vvz a-acp, uh av. (14) chapter (DIV2) 876 Page 270
5350 I shall consider this twice three wayes, and give a brief note from each. First, consider twice as to number; I shall Consider this twice three ways, and give a brief note from each. First, Consider twice as to number; pns11 vmb vvi d av crd n2, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp d. ord, vvb av a-acp p-acp n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 877 Page 270
5351 twice strictly taken is more then once. One is no number, but two is. Hence note. twice strictly taken is more then once. One is no number, but two is. Hence note. av av-j vvn vbz dc cs a-acp. pi vbz dx n1, cc-acp crd vbz. av vvi. (14) chapter (DIV2) 878 Page 270
5352 God is so gracious that he speaks once and againe, once and a second time to sinners. God is so gracious that he speaks once and again, once and a second time to Sinners. np1 vbz av j cst pns31 vvz a-acp cc av, a-acp cc dt ord n1 p-acp n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 879 Page 270
5353 Who is there among us that hath not had experience of Gods speaking to him more then once? And that not only with respect to the various wayes of speaking, Who is there among us that hath not had experience of God's speaking to him more then once? And that not only with respect to the various ways of speaking, r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp pno12 d vhz xx vhn n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp pno31 av-dc cs a-acp? cc cst xx av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f vvg, (14) chapter (DIV2) 880 Page 270
5354 but with respect to various times of speaking. but with respect to various times of speaking. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f vvg. (14) chapter (DIV2) 880 Page 270
5355 He speakes more then once by his word, more then once by his workes, whether of judgment, or of mercy. He speaks more then once by his word, more then once by his works, whither of judgement, or of mercy. pns31 vvz av-dc cs a-acp p-acp po31 n1, av-dc cs a-acp p-acp po31 n2, cs pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 880 Page 270
5356 Some sinners are consumed in a moment or at once, (as it is said of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram with their confederates ( Numb. 16.21.) others dye of a lingring consumption. some Sinners Are consumed in a moment or At once, (as it is said of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram with their confederates (Numb. 16.21.) Others die of a lingering consumption. d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp a-acp, (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1, cc np1 p-acp po32 n2 (j. crd.) ng2-jn n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 880 Page 270
5357 God waiteth to be gracious, and therefore he rarely speaketh his all or striketh his all at once. God waits to be gracious, and Therefore he rarely speaks his all or striketh his all At once. np1 vvz pc-acp vbi j, cc av pns31 av-j vvz po31 d cc vvz po31 d p-acp a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 880 Page 270
5358 He gives precept upon precept, line upon line, he sends sorrow upon sorrow, crosse upon crosse, that sinners may at last remember themselves, returne and live. He gives precept upon precept, line upon line, he sends sorrow upon sorrow, cross upon cross, that Sinners may At last Remember themselves, return and live. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, cst n2 vmb p-acp ord vvb px32, vvb cc vvi. (14) chapter (DIV2) 880 Page 270
5359 Secondly, As twice notes a number, so it may be considered as a small number, yea as the smallest number; Secondly, As twice notes a number, so it may be considered as a small number, yea as the Smallest number; ord, c-acp av vvz dt n1, av pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, uh p-acp dt js n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 270
5360 twice or two is the first number, the first step into number. twice or two is the First number, the First step into number. av cc crd vbz dt ord n1, dt ord n1 p-acp n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 270
5361 They that doe a thing more then once cannot do it lesse then twice, nor can that number which is more then one be lesse then two. They that do a thing more then once cannot do it less then twice, nor can that number which is more then one be less then two. pns32 cst vdb dt n1 av-dc cs a-acp vmbx vdi pn31 av-dc cs av, ccx vmb d n1 r-crq vbz av-dc cs pi vbb av-dc cs crd. (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 270
5362 When the woman in the book of Kings told the Prophet (1 Kings 17.12.) I am going to gather two sticks. When the woman in the book of Kings told the Prophet (1 Kings 17.12.) I am going to gather two sticks. c-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvd dt n1 (crd n2 crd.) pns11 vbm vvg pc-acp vvi crd n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 270
5363 Her meaning was, a very few sticks, onlye now to make a little fire to bake a Cake with. Her meaning was, a very few sticks, only now to make a little fire to bake a Cake with. po31 n1 vbds, dt av d n2, av-j av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 270
5364 And when the Spirit of God would shew how few, comparatively to the rout of the World, they are and will be that bear witnesse to the truths of Jesus Christ, he calleth them two Witnesses ( Rev. 11.3.) they are a number, And when the Spirit of God would show how few, comparatively to the rout of the World, they Are and will be that bear witness to the truths of jesus christ, he calls them two Witnesses (Rev. 11.3.) they Are a number, cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi c-crq d, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr cc vmb vbi cst vvb n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, pns31 vvz pno32 crd n2 (n1 crd.) pns32 vbr dt n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 270
5365 yet exprest by the lest number, that we should not have our eyes upon the multitude, yet expressed by the lest number, that we should not have our eyes upon the multitude, av vvn p-acp dt ds n1, cst pns12 vmd xx vhi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 270
5366 or think, that is not the truth which is not followed by great numbers, or the most of the World. or think, that is not the truth which is not followed by great numbers, or the most of the World. cc vvi, cst vbz xx dt n1 r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp j n2, cc dt ds pp-f dt n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5367 The traine of Christ is not large, nor are his wayes throng'd, few there be that find them. The train of christ is not large, nor Are his ways thronged, few there be that find them. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx j, ccx vbr po31 n2 vvn, d pc-acp vbi cst vvb pno32. (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5368 As they whom he calls forth to be eminently his witnesses are not many, therefore called two; so they that receive their witnesse are not many; As they whom he calls forth to be eminently his Witnesses Are not many, Therefore called two; so they that receive their witness Are not many; p-acp pns32 r-crq pns31 vvz av pc-acp vbi av-j po31 n2 vbr xx d, av vvn crd; av pns32 cst vvb po32 n1 vbr xx d; (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5369 The world wonders after the beast. Thus as two or twice imply a small number; The world wonders After the beast. Thus as two or twice imply a small number; dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. av p-acp crd cc av vvb dt j n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5370 so in Scripture language, that which is done more then twice is supposed done often or many times (2 Kings 6.10.) When the Prophet had told the King of Israel where the forces of the King of Assyria would come, so in Scripture language, that which is done more then twice is supposed done often or many times (2 Kings 6.10.) When the Prophet had told the King of Israel where the forces of the King of Assyria would come, av p-acp n1 n1, cst r-crq vbz vdn dc cs av vbz vvn vdn av cc d n2 (crd n2 crd.) c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi, (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5371 and by that meanes defeated him of his purpose; and by that means defeated him of his purpose; cc p-acp d n2 vvd pno31 pp-f po31 n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5372 it is said, And the King of Israel sent unto the place which the man of God told him, it is said, And the King of Israel sent unto the place which the man of God told him, pn31 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pno31, (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5373 and warned him of, and saved himself there, not once, nor twice; and warned him of, and saved himself there, not once, nor twice; cc vvd pno31 pp-f, cc vvd px31 a-acp, xx a-acp, ccx av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5374 that is, many times, which made the King of Syria wonder how it came to passe that he was so often defeated; that is, many times, which made the King of Syria wonder how it Come to pass that he was so often defeated; cst vbz, d n2, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb c-crq pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbds av av vvn; (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5375 he thought he had laid his plots so wisely and closely that the King of Israel could not escape, he Thought he had laid his plots so wisely and closely that the King of Israel could not escape, pns31 vvd pns31 vhd vvn po31 n2 av av-j cc av-j d dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd xx vvi, (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5376 but he saved himself not once, nor twice; more then twice is many, but bare twice is the narrowest compasse of number imaginable. Hence note. but he saved himself not once, nor twice; more then twice is many, but bore twice is the narrowest compass of number imaginable. Hence note. cc-acp pns31 vvd px31 xx a-acp, ccx av; dc cs av vbz d, cc-acp vvd av vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1 j. av vvi. (14) chapter (DIV2) 881 Page 271
5377 God hath not given us any ground to presume upon frequent warnings or speakings. God hath not given us any ground to presume upon frequent Warnings or speakings. np1 vhz xx vvn pno12 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 cc n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 882 Page 271
5378 Though he speake more then once, yet it may be but twice, possibly but twice precisely, probably but twice restrainedly taken. Though he speak more then once, yet it may be but twice, possibly but twice precisely, probably but twice restrainedly taken. cs pns31 vvb av-dc cs a-acp, av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp av, av-j p-acp av av-j, av-j p-acp av av-vvn vvn. (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 271
5379 The Lord would not have us build upon the hope of future speakings, to the neglect of what is presently spoken. The Lord would not have us built upon the hope of future speakings, to the neglect of what is presently spoken. dt n1 vmd xx vhi pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av-j vvn. (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 271
5380 Though God be very patient and long-suffering to sinfull men, yet he hath not given any man, the least occasion, no not by a promise of speaking a second day, to continue one day much lesse to continue long in sin. Though God be very patient and long-suffering to sinful men, yet he hath not given any man, the least occasion, no not by a promise of speaking a second day, to continue one day much less to continue long in since. cs np1 vbb av j cc j p-acp j n2, av pns31 vhz xx vvn d n1, dt ds n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi crd n1 av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 271
5381 When God spake (as I may say) at the largest rate of his patience to sinners, he sayd ( Gen. 6.3.) My spirit shall not alwayes strive with man; When God spoke (as I may say) At the Largest rate of his patience to Sinners, he said (Gen. 6.3.) My Spirit shall not always strive with man; c-crq np1 vvd (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) p-acp dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2, pns31 vvd (np1 crd.) po11 n1 vmb xx av vvi p-acp n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 271
5382 not alwayes, that is, though it strive long, yet it shall not strive very long, not always, that is, though it strive long, yet it shall not strive very long, xx av, cst vbz, cs pn31 vvb av-j, av pn31 vmb xx vvi av av-j, (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 271
5383 and that he may know it, I will give him a day, yet his dayes shall be an hundred and twenty yeares. and that he may know it, I will give him a day, yet his days shall be an hundred and twenty Years. cc cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 dt n1, av po31 n2 vmb vbi dt crd cc crd n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 271
5384 This was somewhat a long day indeed; This was somewhat a long day indeed; d vbds av dt j n1 av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 271
5385 But remember this hundred and twenty yeares, was all the time that was granted to all the men of that world, there was not so much granted to every particular man of that world, possibly the Spirit of God did not strive a day longer with many a one among them. Therefore take heed of presuming. But Remember this hundred and twenty Years, was all the time that was granted to all the men of that world, there was not so much granted to every particular man of that world, possibly the Spirit of God did not strive a day longer with many a one among them. Therefore take heed of presuming. cc-acp vvb d crd cc crd n2, vbds d dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vbds xx av av-d vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f d n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd xx vvi dt n1 av-jc p-acp d dt pi p-acp pno32. av vvb n1 pp-f vvg. (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 271
5386 When the Lord speaketh once, doe not say, I will stay till he speakes a second time, When the Lord speaks once, do not say, I will stay till he speaks a second time, c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp, vdb xx vvi, pns11 vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vvz dt ord n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 272
5387 and if he condescend to speake twice, doe not believe that he will alwayes speake. and if he condescend to speak twice, do not believe that he will always speak. cc cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi av, vdb xx vvi cst pns31 vmb av vvi. (14) chapter (DIV2) 883 Page 272
5388 Thirdly, Twice, may be considered as a small certaine number, put for a small uncertaine number. Thirdly, Twice, may be considered as a small certain number, put for a small uncertain number. ord, av, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j j n1, vvn p-acp dt j j n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 884 Page 272
5389 'Tis frequent in Scripture, to put a certaine number of any kinde, for an uncertaine; Sometimes a certaine great number, for an uncertaine great number; It's frequent in Scripture, to put a certain number of any kind, for an uncertain; Sometime a certain great number, for an uncertain great number; pn31|vbz j p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt j; av dt j j n1, p-acp dt j j n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 884 Page 272
5390 and sometimes a small certaine number, for a small uncertaine number. As twice is not to be tyed up strictly to the smallest number; and sometime a small certain number, for a small uncertain number. As twice is not to be tied up strictly to the Smallest number; cc av dt j j n1, p-acp dt j j n1. p-acp av vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp av-j p-acp dt js n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 884 Page 272
5391 so not to any number whether small or great. Hence note. No man knows how oft he shall be warned or spoken unto by God. so not to any number whither small or great. Hence note. No man knows how oft he shall be warned or spoken unto by God. av xx p-acp d n1 cs j cc j. av vvi. dx n1 vvz c-crq av pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp p-acp np1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 884 Page 272
5392 God doth not put an absolute stint upon any of his actions. Beware of neglecting the least twice, the first twice, which is the lowest twice; God does not put an absolute stint upon any of his actions. Beware of neglecting the least twice, the First twice, which is the lowest twice; np1 vdz xx vvi dt j n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n2. vvb pp-f vvg dt av-ds av, dt ord av, r-crq vbz dt js av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5393 for though we cannot binde God up strictly to twice, it may prove three times or foure times, for though we cannot bind God up strictly to twice, it may prove three times or foure times, c-acp cs pns12 vmbx vvi np1 a-acp av-j p-acp av, pn31 vmb vvi crd n2 cc crd n2, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5394 yet whether it shall be so many, or how many it shall be, no man nor Angel knoweth. yet whither it shall be so many, or how many it shall be, no man nor Angel Knoweth. av cs pn31 vmb vbi av av-d, cc c-crq d pn31 vmb vbi, dx n1 ccx n1 vvz. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5395 Twice cannot be very often, and 'tis uncertaine how often. Twice cannot be very often, and it's uncertain how often. av vmbx vbi av av, cc pn31|vbz j c-crq av. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5396 Therefore if you hearken not when God hath spoken once (take it strictly) doe not stop your eares at the second speaking. Therefore if you harken not when God hath spoken once (take it strictly) do not stop your ears At the second speaking. av cs pn22 vvb xx c-crq np1 vhz vvn a-acp (vvi pn31 av-j) vdb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt ord vvg. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5397 It is sayd, Moses smote the rock twice (that was twice beyond his Commission, It is said, Moses smote the rock twice (that was twice beyond his Commission, pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vvd dt n1 av (cst vbds av p-acp po31 n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5398 for he should not have smitten it at all) and the mater came out aboundantly. for he should not have smitten it At all) and the mater Come out abundantly. c-acp pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn pn31 p-acp d) cc dt fw-la vvd av av-j. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5399 How many rocks, that is, hard hearts, hath God smitten by his word and his workes twice, How many Rocks, that is, hard hearts, hath God smitten by his word and his works twice, q-crq d n2, cst vbz, j n2, vhz np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n2 av, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5400 and yet we see not the waters of Godly sorrow flowing out; and yet we see not the waters of Godly sorrow flowing out; cc av pns12 vvb xx dt n2 pp-f j n1 vvg av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5401 the rocks are smitten more then twice with the rod of God, with the rod of his mouth in the ministery of his word, they are smitten with admonition upon admonition, with reproofe upon reproofe, with threatning upon threatning, the Rocks Are smitten more then twice with the rod of God, with the rod of his Mouth in the Ministry of his word, they Are smitten with admonition upon admonition, with reproof upon reproof, with threatening upon threatening, dt n2 vbr vvn av-dc cs av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg p-acp vvg, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5402 and yet the waters came not out aboundantly, yea scarce at all. and yet the waters Come not out abundantly, yea scarce At all. cc av dt n2 vvd xx av av-j, uh av-j p-acp d. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5403 May not they feare that they shall have poenall sorrow upon sorrow ( Paul tooke notice of the goodnesse of God to him, that he did not let him have afflictive sorrow upon sorrow ( Phil: 2.27.) but, I say, may not they feare they shall have poenall sorrow upon sorrow) that is, everlasting floods of sorrow, who after the Lords speaking upon speaking, May not they Fear that they shall have penally sorrow upon sorrow (Paul took notice of the Goodness of God to him, that he did not let him have afflictive sorrow upon sorrow (Philip: 2.27.) but, I say, may not they Fear they shall have penally sorrow upon sorrow) that is, everlasting floods of sorrow, who After the lords speaking upon speaking, vmb xx pns32 vvi cst pns32 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp n1 (np1 vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vdd xx vvi pno31 vhi j n1 p-acp n1 (np1: crd.) cc-acp, pns11 vvb, vmb xx pns32 vvi pns32 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp n1) cst vbz, j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp vvg, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 272
5404 and reproving upon reproving, give no proofe of their godly p•enitentiall sorrow? O how angry was the Lord with Solomon, because his heart was turned from the Lord God of Israel, which had appeared to him twice (1 Kings 11.9.) God appeared to him in Gibeon (1 Kings 3.5.) when he was first made King, putting him to his choice, and reproving upon reproving, give no proof of their godly p•enitentiall sorrow? O how angry was the Lord with Solomon, Because his heart was turned from the Lord God of Israel, which had appeared to him twice (1 Kings 11.9.) God appeared to him in Gibeon (1 Kings 3.5.) when he was First made King, putting him to his choice, cc vvg p-acp vvg, vvb dx n1 pp-f po32 j j n1? sy q-crq j vbds dt n1 p-acp np1, c-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd vvn p-acp pno31 av (crd n2 crd.) np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp np1 (crd n2 crd.) c-crq pns31 vbds ord vvn n1, vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5405 or giving him a blanke to aske what he would, and he chose well, he chose wisdome and had it. or giving him a blank to ask what he would, and he chosen well, he chosen Wisdom and had it. cc vvg pno31 dt j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmd, cc pns31 vvd av, pns31 vvd n1 cc vhd pn31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5406 God appeared to him a second time after the building and dedication of the Temple (1 Kings 9.2.) And said unto him, I have heard thy prayer, God appeared to him a second time After the building and dedication of the Temple (1 Kings 9.2.) And said unto him, I have herd thy prayer, np1 vvd p-acp pno31 dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 (crd n2 crd.) cc vvd p-acp pno31, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5407 and thy supplication, that thou hast made before me, &c. Thus the Lord appeared solemnly unto Solomon twice, and thy supplication, that thou hast made before me, etc. Thus the Lord appeared solemnly unto Solomon twice, cc po21 n1, cst pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp pno11, av av dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp np1 av, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5408 and but twice for any thing that appeares upon record in that solemne manner. and but twice for any thing that appears upon record in that solemn manner. cc p-acp av c-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5409 Now when notwithstanding these two appearings of the Lord to Solomon, the heart of Solomon was turned away from the Lord God of Israel, his anger was kindled against Solomon, and the Lord smote him once, Now when notwithstanding these two appearings of the Lord to Solomon, the heart of Solomon was turned away from the Lord God of Israel, his anger was kindled against Solomon, and the Lord smote him once, av c-crq p-acp d crd n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, cc dt n1 vvd pno31 a-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5410 yea twice, renting his kingdome, and pulling away ten tribes at once, from his son and successor. yea twice, renting his Kingdom, and pulling away ten tribes At once, from his son and successor. uh av, vvg po31 n1, cc vvg av crd n2 p-acp a-acp, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5411 O doe not refuse God speaking to you twice, or the renewed speaking of God; to doe so is very sinfull, and therefore very dangerous. O do not refuse God speaking to you twice, or the renewed speaking of God; to do so is very sinful, and Therefore very dangerous. sy vdb xx vvi np1 vvg p-acp pn22 av, cc dt j-vvn vvg pp-f np1; pc-acp vdi av vbz av j, cc av av j. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5412 For as 'tis a signe of a holy heart, of a gracious frame of spirit, to heare twice at once speaking; For as it's a Signen of a holy heart, of a gracious frame of Spirit, to hear twice At once speaking; p-acp c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp a-acp vvg; (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5413 as David professed he did ( Psal: 62.11.) God hath spoken once, twice have I heard this, that power belongeth unto God: as David professed he did (Psalm: 62.11.) God hath spoken once, twice have I herd this, that power belongeth unto God: c-acp np1 vvd pns31 vdd (np1: crd.) np1 vhz vvn a-acp, av vhb pns11 vvn d, cst n1 vvz p-acp np1: (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5414 also unto thee O Lord belongeth mercy. There are severall rendrings and interpretations of those words; also unto thee Oh Lord belongeth mercy. There Are several renderings and interpretations of those words; av p-acp pno21 uh n1 vvz n1. pc-acp vbr j n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f d n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5415 But that which to me seemes most intended by our rendring is, I heard what was once spoken twice at once, that is, I heard it speedily, and I heard it believingly; But that which to me seems most intended by our rendering is, I herd what was once spoken twice At once, that is, I herd it speedily, and I herd it believingly; cc-acp cst r-crq p-acp pno11 vvz av-ds vvn p-acp po12 n-vvg vbz, pns11 vvd r-crq vbds a-acp vvn av p-acp a-acp, cst vbz, pns11 vvd pn31 av-j, cc pns11 vvd pn31 av-vvg; (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5416 as soon as ever the word came to me I received it, and I received it not only with my eare, but with my heart. as soon as ever the word Come to me I received it, and I received it not only with my ear, but with my heart. c-acp av c-acp av dt n1 vvd p-acp pno11 pns11 vvd pn31, cc pns11 vvd pn31 xx av-j p-acp po11 n1, cc-acp p-acp po11 n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5417 That's a blessed way of hearing, and they who heare so, at first speaking, may well be sayd to heare that twice which God speaketh once. That's a blessed Way of hearing, and they who hear so, At First speaking, may well be said to hear that twice which God speaks once. d|vbz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f vvg, cc pns32 r-crq vvb av, p-acp ord vvg, vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cst av r-crq np1 vvz a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5418 But how sad is it that God should speake twice, thrice, yea foure times, and yet not be heard so much as once! But how sad is it that God should speak twice, thrice, yea foure times, and yet not be herd so much as once! p-acp c-crq j vbz pn31 cst np1 vmd vvi av, av, uh crd n2, cc av xx vbi vvn av av-d c-acp a-acp! (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5419 When Job was brought upon his knees ( Chap: 40.5.) he said, Once have I spoken, but I will not answer: When Job was brought upon his knees (Chap: 40.5.) he said, Once have I spoken, but I will not answer: c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2 (n1: crd.) pns31 vvd, a-acp vhb pns11 vvn, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi: (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5420 yea twice but I will proceed no further. yea twice but I will proceed no further. uh av p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5421 Job began to be sensible of that which Elihu was working him to, that he had been too forward, yea too forward with God; Job began to be sensible of that which Elihu was working him to, that he had been too forward, yea too forward with God; np1 vvd pc-acp vbi j pp-f d r-crq np1 vbds vvg pno31 p-acp, cst pns31 vhd vbn av av-j, uh av av-j p-acp np1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5422 Job began to see his error, and recanted it; I have spoken once, yea twice, but I will proceed no further. Job began to see his error, and recanted it; I have spoken once, yea twice, but I will proceed no further. n1 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvd pn31; pns11 vhb vvn a-acp, uh av, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5423 'Tis good, that after once or twice sinning or failing, we yet say we will proceed no further. It's good, that After once or twice sinning or failing, we yet say we will proceed no further. pn31|vbz j, cst p-acp a-acp cc av vvg cc vvg, pns12 av vvb pns12 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5484 And then though God speak once or twice, or a hundred times, they perceive it not: And then though God speak once or twice, or a hundred times, they perceive it not: cc av cs np1 vvb a-acp cc av, cc dt crd n2, pns32 vvb pn31 xx: (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5424 O how deplorable is mans condition, when the Lord shall say, I have spoken once, yea twice, but now I will proceed no further, I will speake no more! O how deplorable is men condition, when the Lord shall say, I have spoken once, yea twice, but now I will proceed no further, I will speak no more! sy q-crq j vbz ng1 n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vhb vvn a-acp, uh av, cc-acp av pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc! (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 273
5425 And this usually comes to passe, when men are dull and slow of heart to understand what he speaketh, which as naturall men alwayes, And this usually comes to pass, when men Are dull and slow of heart to understand what he speaks, which as natural men always, cc d av-j vvz pc-acp vvi, c-crq n2 vbr j cc j pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz, r-crq c-acp j n2 av, (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 274
5426 so godly men often are, as it followeth in this text; He speaketh once, yea twice, Yet man perceiveth it not. so godly men often Are, as it follows in this text; He speaks once, yea twice, Yet man perceives it not. av j n2 av vbr, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n1; pns31 vvz a-acp, uh av, av n1 vvz pn31 xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 886 Page 274
5427 That is, apprehendeth not sometimes that God is speaking to him, and he seldome understandeth what God is speaking to him. That is, apprehendeth not sometime that God is speaking to him, and he seldom understands what God is speaking to him. cst vbz, vvz xx av cst np1 vbz vvg p-acp pno31, cc pns31 av vvz r-crq n1 vbz vvg p-acp pno31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 887 Page 274
5428 There is a little varietie in the exposition of this latter clause of the verse; There is a little variety in the exposition of this latter clause of the verse; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n1 pp-f dt n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5429 The word man not being expressely in the Hebrew (and therefore we finde it put by our translaters in a distinct character) the text runs only thus; The word man not being expressly in the Hebrew (and Therefore we find it put by our translators in a distinct character) the text runs only thus; dt n1 n1 xx vbg av-j p-acp dt njp (cc av pns12 vvb pn31 vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1) dt n1 vvz av-j av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5430 God speaketh once, yea twice, he perceiveth it not. God speaks once, yea twice, he perceives it not. np1 vvz a-acp, uh av, pns31 vvz pn31 xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5431 This hath occasion'd the vulgar latine interpreter to referre this last clause of the verse to God also; giving out the sence thus; This hath occasioned the Vulgar latin interpreter to refer this last clause of the verse to God also; giving out the sense thus; d vhz vvn dt j jp n1 pc-acp vvi d ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 av; vvg av dt n1 av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5432 God speaketh once, and a second time he doth not repeate it; God speaks once, and a second time he does not repeat it; np1 vvz a-acp, cc dt ord n1 pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31; (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5433 As if here were a warning given, that all should attend the very first motion of Gods voyce to them; As if Here were a warning given, that all should attend the very First motion of God's voice to them; c-acp cs av vbdr dt n1 vvn, cst d vmd vvi dt av ord n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32; (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5434 For he speaketh once, and doth not repeate the same. For he speaks once, and does not repeat the same. c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp, cc vdz xx vvi dt d. (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5435 But I shall not stay upon that, because I see not how the Hebrew word by us rendred to perceive, can with any tolerable significancy be rendred to repeate: But I shall not stay upon that, Because I see not how the Hebrew word by us rendered to perceive, can with any tolerable significancy be rendered to repeat: cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, c-acp pns11 vvb xx c-crq dt njp n1 p-acp pno12 vvn pc-acp vvi, vmb p-acp d j n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi: (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5436 yet, there is a second rendring of the text in the same tenour, giving a genuine sence of that word, which is very profitable and proper enough to the scope of the place, God speaketh once, and he doth not consider upon it a second time; yet, there is a second rendering of the text in the same tenor, giving a genuine sense of that word, which is very profitable and proper enough to the scope of the place, God speaks once, and he does not Consider upon it a second time; av, pc-acp vbz dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt d n1, vvg dt j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz av j cc j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vvz a-acp, cc pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pn31 dt ord n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5437 That is, when God speaks or decrees to give forth any thing, he doth not take it into consideration againe or review and bring it about upon second thoughts, as men often doe; That is, when God speaks or decrees to give forth any thing, he does not take it into consideration again or review and bring it about upon second thoughts, as men often do; cst vbz, c-crq np1 vvz cc vvz pc-acp vvi av d n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp n1 av cc vvi cc vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp ord n2, c-acp n2 av vdb; (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5438 yea it is their duty (though it be a duty arising from their frailty) so to doe. yea it is their duty (though it be a duty arising from their frailty) so to do. uh pn31 vbz po32 n1 (cs pn31 vbb dt n1 vvg p-acp po32 n1) av pc-acp vdi. (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5439 Men ought to consider often and review their owne words as well as their works. Men ought to Consider often and review their own words as well as their works. np1 vmd pc-acp vvi av cc vvi po32 d n2 c-acp av c-acp po32 n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5440 But (saith Elihu, according to this reading) God speaks once, and doth not consider of it againe; But (Says Elihu, according to this reading) God speaks once, and does not Consider of it again; cc-acp (vvz np1, vvg p-acp d n-vvg) np1 vvz a-acp, cc vdz xx vvi pp-f pn31 av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5441 for he hath the measure and compasse of all things so fully in himselfe, that he needs not turne backe his thoughts upon any of his determinations, for he hath the measure and compass of all things so Fully in himself, that he needs not turn back his thoughts upon any of his determinations, p-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 av av-j p-acp px31, cst pns31 vvz xx vvi av po31 n2 p-acp d pp-f po31 n2, (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5442 as if there could be a mistake, or any error in them. as if there could be a mistake, or any error in them. c-acp cs pc-acp vmd vbi dt n1, cc d n1 p-acp pno32. (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5443 This is a very glorious truth, highly advancing the name of God above every name among the best of the children of men. This is a very glorious truth, highly advancing the name of God above every name among the best of the children of men. d vbz dt av j n1, av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt js pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5444 And it ariseth clearely from the text, leaving out the suppliment which we make of the word man. Yet according to the opinion of the most and best expositers, And it arises clearly from the text, leaving out the supplement which we make of the word man. Yet according to the opinion of the most and best expositors, cc pn31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, vvg av dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 n1. av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds cc js n2, (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 274
5445 yea according to the clearest scope and tendency of the text, that word man is rather to be supplyed, God speaketh once, yea twice, And man perceiveth it not. yea according to the Clearest scope and tendency of the text, that word man is rather to be supplied, God speaks once, yea twice, And man perceives it not. uh vvg p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cst n1 n1 vbz av-c pc-acp vbi vvd, np1 vvz a-acp, uh av, cc n1 vvz pn31 xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 888 Page 275
5446 'Tis common in Scripture to leave such words unexpressed, as must necessarily be understood. And therefore I shall only insist upon our owne translation. It's Common in Scripture to leave such words unexpressed, as must necessarily be understood. And Therefore I shall only insist upon our own Translation. pn31|vbz j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 j, c-acp vmb av-j vbi vvn. cc av pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp po12 d n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 889 Page 275
5447 Yet before I proceed to that, I shall touch upon another reading of these words, as referring unto man, which doth not so much carry a reproofe of mans dullnesse, Yet before I proceed to that, I shall touch upon Another reading of these words, as referring unto man, which does not so much carry a reproof of men dullness, av c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n-vvg pp-f d n2, c-acp vvg p-acp n1, r-crq vdz xx av av-d vvi dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 890 Page 275
5448 as a commendation of Gods goodnesse, thus; God speaks once, yea twice, if man perceiveth it not. as a commendation of God's Goodness, thus; God speaks once, yea twice, if man perceives it not. c-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av; np1 vvz a-acp, uh av, cs n1 vvz pn31 xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 890 Page 275
5449 As if he had sayd, If man be so weake and darke, so dull and slow of apprehension, As if he had said, If man be so weak and dark, so dull and slow of apprehension, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs n1 vbb av j cc j, av j cc j pp-f n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 890 Page 275
5450 as not to perceive Gods minde at his first speaking, yet God is usually so gracious and condescending as to speake twice, as not to perceive God's mind At his First speaking, yet God is usually so gracious and condescending as to speak twice, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po31 ord n-vvg, av np1 vbz av-j av j cc vvg a-acp pc-acp vvi av, (14) chapter (DIV2) 890 Page 275
5451 or a second time, even to that man. This reading doth exceedingly exalt and set forth the goodnesse and graciousnesse of God; or a second time, even to that man. This reading does exceedingly exalt and Set forth the Goodness and graciousness of God; cc dt ord n1, av p-acp d n1. d vvg vdz av-vvg vvi cc vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 890 Page 275
5452 and we have frequent experience of it, that when God speakes once, and findes creatures dull of hearing, he speakes a second time. and we have frequent experience of it, that when God speaks once, and finds creatures dull of hearing, he speaks a second time. cc pns12 vhb j n1 pp-f pn31, cst c-crq np1 vvz a-acp, cc vvz n2 j pp-f vvg, pns31 vvz dt ord n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 890 Page 275
5453 Our reading gives in these words as a charge of mans darknesse and slownesse to apprehend the meaning of God speaking to us either in his word or works. Our reading gives in these words as a charge of men darkness and slowness to apprehend the meaning of God speaking to us either in his word or works. np1 vvg vvz p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno12 d p-acp po31 n1 cc n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 891 Page 275
5454 God speakes once, yea twice, Yet man perceiveth it not. God speaks once, yea twice, Yet man perceives it not. np1 vvz a-acp, uh av, av n1 vvz pn31 xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 891 Page 275
5455 The Hebrew is, man seeth it not. There is an eye in the understanding, the mind of man heholdeth the sence of words, The Hebrew is, man sees it not. There is an eye in the understanding, the mind of man heholdeth the sense of words, dt njp vbz, n1 vvz pn31 xx. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, (14) chapter (DIV2) 892 Page 275
5456 even as his bodily eye beholdeth the colours, and dimensions of any materiall object: even as his bodily eye beholdeth the colours, and dimensions of any material Object: av c-acp po31 j n1 vvz dt n2, cc n2 pp-f d j-jn n1: (14) chapter (DIV2) 892 Page 275
5457 Yet the eye of mans mind is so bleared and dim-sighted that though God speak once, Yet the eye of men mind is so bleared and dimsighted that though God speak once, av dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vbz av vvn cc j cst cs np1 vvb a-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 892 Page 275
5458 yea twice, he seeth, he perceiveth it not. That is, he doth not clearly perceive it. yea twice, he sees, he perceives it not. That is, he does not clearly perceive it. uh av, pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz pn31 xx. cst vbz, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pn31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 892 Page 275
5459 Elihu makes use of this word six times, Job thrice, Zophar once, in all which places, they intend an exact observation and through speculation of the matter which they treate upon, either in the affirmative or in the negative; Elihu makes use of this word six times, Job thrice, Zophar once, in all which places, they intend an exact observation and through speculation of the matter which they Treat upon, either in the affirmative or in the negative; np1 vvz n1 pp-f d n1 crd n2, np1 av, np1 a-acp, p-acp d r-crq n2, pns32 vvb dt j n1 cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, av-d p-acp dt j cc p-acp dt j-jn; (14) chapter (DIV2) 892 Page 275
5460 here as a rebuke to man Elihu makes use of it in the negative, man perceiveth it not. Hence note. Here as a rebuke to man Elihu makes use of it in the negative, man perceives it not. Hence note. av c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 np1 vvz n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j-jn, n1 vvz pn31 xx. av vvi. (14) chapter (DIV2) 892 Page 275
5461 Man of himself cannot perceive the mind of God in spirituall speakings, or God speak•ng about spirituall things. Man of himself cannot perceive the mind of God in spiritual speakings, or God speak•ng about spiritual things. n1 pp-f px31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2, cc np1 vvg p-acp j n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 893 Page 275
5462 The propheticall Sermons are called visions; The prophetical Sermons Are called visions; dt j n2 vbr vvn n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 894 Page 275
5588 and they are such as have no other cause but what is common and naturall to man. and they Are such as have no other cause but what is Common and natural to man. cc pns32 vbr d c-acp vhb dx j-jn n1 cc-acp q-crq vbz j cc j p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 282
5463 The vision of Isaiah the son of Amos, which he saw (Isa. 1.1.) yet when they preached them to the people, many of them saw nothing; The vision of Isaiah the son of Amos, which he saw (Isaiah 1.1.) yet when they preached them to the people, many of them saw nothing; dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vvd (np1 crd.) av c-crq pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, d pp-f pno32 vvd pix; (14) chapter (DIV2) 894 Page 276
5464 their visions were to the people as parables or darke sayings. Man in generall falls under a twofold consideration; first, as unconverted or carnall; their visions were to the people as parables or dark sayings. Man in general falls under a twofold consideration; First, as unconverted or carnal; po32 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1 c-acp n2 cc j n2-vvg. n1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1; ord, c-acp vvn cc j; (14) chapter (DIV2) 894 Page 276
5465 and in that state he perceiveth not at all, when God speaks once and twice, yea thrice, he perceiveth nothing. and in that state he perceives not At all, when God speaks once and twice, yea thrice, he perceives nothing. cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz xx p-acp d, c-crq np1 vvz a-acp cc av, uh av, pns31 vvz pix. (14) chapter (DIV2) 894 Page 276
5466 And that proceeds from a double ground. First, from the naturall pravity of his heart, and the blindnesse of his mind. And that proceeds from a double ground. First, from the natural pravity of his heart, and the blindness of his mind. cc cst vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1. ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 894 Page 276
5467 Of such the Apostle saith ( Eph. 4.18.) They have their understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, Of such the Apostle Says (Ephesians 4.18.) They have their understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, pp-f d dt n1 vvz (np1 crd.) pns32 vhb po32 n1 vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, (14) chapter (DIV2) 895 Page 276
5468 because of the blindnesse of their heart. Because of the blindness of their heart. c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 895 Page 276
5469 And hence he concludes (1 Cor. 2.14.) The naturall man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God, And hence he concludes (1 Cor. 2.14.) The natural man receives not the things of the Spirit of God, cc av pns31 vvz (vvd np1 crd.) dt j n1 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 895 Page 276
5470 for they are foolishnesse to him, neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned; for they Are foolishness to him, neither can he know them, Because they Are spiritually discerned; c-acp pns32 vbr n1 p-acp pno31, dx vmb pns31 vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn; (14) chapter (DIV2) 895 Page 276
5471 spirituall objects must have a spirituall eye to see them. Secondly, this comes to passe sometimes from the judgment of God upon carnall men; spiritual objects must have a spiritual eye to see them. Secondly, this comes to pass sometime from the judgement of God upon carnal men; j n2 vmb vhi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. ord, d vvz pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 895 Page 276
5472 who as in mercy he causeth the blind to see, so in wrath he striketh those that have no mind to see with greater blindnesse, who as in mercy he Causes the blind to see, so in wrath he striketh those that have no mind to see with greater blindness, r-crq c-acp p-acp n1 pns31 vvz dt j pc-acp vvi, av p-acp n1 pns31 vvz d cst vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp jc n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5473 and punisheth their former rebellion and obstinacy against the word received with an impotency to perceive it. and Punisheth their former rebellion and obstinacy against the word received with an impotency to perceive it. cc vvz po32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5474 Yea God doth not only leave such in the blindnesse of their mind and dullnesse of their understanding, Yea God does not only leave such in the blindness of their mind and dullness of their understanding, uh np1 vdz xx av-j vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5475 but gives them up to it. but gives them up to it. cc-acp vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp pn31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5476 The Prophet Isaiah was a Gospel Preacher, he held out the light clearly, yet his hearers were under such a doome, that the very light which he held out blinded them; The Prophet Isaiah was a Gospel Preacher, he held out the Light clearly, yet his hearers were under such a doom, that the very Light which he held out blinded them; dt n1 np1 vbds dt n1 n1, pns31 vvd av dt n1 av-j, av po31 n2 vbdr p-acp d dt n1, cst dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd av vvn pno32; (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5477 so that the more he spake the lesse they perceived ( Isa. 6.10.) And he said, go and tell this people, hear ye indeed, but understand not; so that the more he spoke the less they perceived (Isaiah 6.10.) And he said, go and tell this people, hear you indeed, but understand not; av cst dt av-dc pns31 vvd dt av-dc pns32 vvd (np1 crd.) cc pns31 vvd, vvb cc vvi d n1, vvb pn22 av, cc-acp vvb xx; (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5478 and see ye indeed, but perceive not: and see you indeed, but perceive not: cc vvb pn22 av, cc-acp vvb xx: (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5479 make the heart of this people fat, and make their eares heavy, and shut their eyes; make the heart of this people fat, and make their ears heavy, and shut their eyes; vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 j, cc vvi po32 n2 j, cc vvd po32 n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5480 lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their eares, and understand with their hearts, and convert, and be healed. This is a dreadfull Scripture; lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their hearts, and convert, and be healed. This is a dreadful Scripture; cs pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi, cc vbi vvn. d vbz dt j n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5481 The Lord is highly provoked indeed, when he judicially shuts up the eyes of men, The Lord is highly provoked indeed, when he judicially shuts up the eyes of men, dt n1 vbz av-j vvn av, c-crq pns31 av-j vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5482 and hardens their hearts against his own messages, not that he infuseth any hardness or instilleth any ignorance into them; and hardens their hearts against his own messages, not that he infuseth any hardness or instilleth any ignorance into them; cc vvz po32 n2 p-acp po31 d n2, xx cst pns31 vvz d n1 cc vvz d n1 p-acp pno32; (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5483 but gives them up to that ignorance hardnesse and darknesse which already possesseth them. but gives them up to that ignorance hardness and darkness which already Possesses them. cc-acp vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp d n1 n1 cc n1 r-crq av vvz pno32. (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 276
5485 They that harden their hearts, shall have them hardened by that which is the ordinary meanes to soften and melt them; They that harden their hearts, shall have them hardened by that which is the ordinary means to soften and melt them; pns32 cst vvb po32 n2, vmb vhi pno32 vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz dt j vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32; (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 277
5486 and they that shut their eyes against any truth, are in danger of having them shut against all truth, and they that shut their eyes against any truth, Are in danger of having them shut against all truth, cc pns32 cst vvd po32 n2 p-acp d n1, vbr p-acp n1 pp-f vhg pno32 vvn p-acp d n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 277
5487 even by that means which usually openeth eyes. even by that means which usually Openeth eyes. av p-acp d n2 r-crq av-j vvz n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 277
5488 Thus we see that this first sort of men, meere carnall men, cannot see ot perceive when God speaketh, and why it is so. Thus we see that this First sort of men, mere carnal men, cannot see It perceive when God speaks, and why it is so. av pns12 vvb cst d ord n1 pp-f n2, j j n2, vmbx vvi zz vvi c-crq np1 vvz, cc c-crq pn31 vbz av. (14) chapter (DIV2) 896 Page 277
5489 Secondly, (which I conceive rather to be the meaning of Elihu here) Man may be considered in his spirituall state. Secondly, (which I conceive rather to be the meaning of Elihu Here) Man may be considered in his spiritual state. ord, (r-crq pns11 vvb av-c pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 av) n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 j n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 897 Page 277
5490 That is, as converted and renewed in spirit, by the mighty working of the Spirit. That is, as converted and renewed in Spirit, by the mighty working of the Spirit. cst vbz, c-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 897 Page 277
5491 Now to men in this estate God speakes once, yea twice, and they perceive it not. Now to men in this estate God speaks once, yea twice, and they perceive it not. av p-acp n2 p-acp d n1 np1 vvz a-acp, uh av, cc pns32 vvb pn31 xx. (14) chapter (DIV2) 897 Page 277
5492 They that are spirituall doe not alwayes perceive spirituall things. For First, they have much corruption in them. They that Are spiritual do not always perceive spiritual things. For First, they have much corruption in them. pns32 d vbr j vdb xx av vvi j n2. p-acp ord, pns32 vhb d n1 p-acp pno32. (14) chapter (DIV2) 897 Page 277
5493 Though they are renewed, yet they are renewed but in part; Though they Are renewed, yet they Are renewed but in part; cs pns32 vbr vvn, av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 898 Page 277
5494 we see in part and but darkly, yea sometimes Saints can hardly see at all, especially as to some dispensations and manifestations of God! he may speak once, we see in part and but darkly, yea sometime Saints can hardly see At all, especially as to Some dispensations and manifestations of God! he may speak once, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cc cc-acp av-j, uh av n2 vmb av vvi p-acp d, av-j c-acp p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 pns31 vmb vvi a-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 898 Page 277
5495 yea twice and thrice to them in such a thing, or to such a purpose, and they take little or no notice of it. yea twice and thrice to them in such a thing, or to such a purpose, and they take little or no notice of it. uh av cc av p-acp pno32 p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n1, cc pns32 vvb j cc dx n1 pp-f pn31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 898 Page 277
5496 He may poynt unto them by such providences, and by such Sermons, and yet they look upon themselves as un-concerned, not making any home-application of what they outwardly hear or see, yea feele and smart under; He may point unto them by such providences, and by such Sermons, and yet they look upon themselves as unconcerned, not making any home-application of what they outwardly hear or see, yea feel and smart under; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2, cc av pns32 vvb p-acp px32 p-acp j, xx vvg d n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 av-j vvi cc vvi, uh vvb cc vvi p-acp; (14) chapter (DIV2) 898 Page 277
5497 and all this by reason of some prevailing corruption. Secondly, this may proceed from their negligence and slothfullnesse; and all this by reason of Some prevailing corruption. Secondly, this may proceed from their negligence and slothfullnesse; cc d d p-acp n1 pp-f d j-vvg n1. ord, d vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 898 Page 277
5498 good men are not alwayes carefull as they should, much lesse criticall and wisely curious to observe every providence of God, good men Are not always careful as they should, much less critical and wisely curious to observe every providence of God, j n2 vbr xx av j c-acp pns32 vmd, av-d av-dc j cc av-j j pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 277
5499 and to consider why or for what end such or such a word is sent to them. and to Consider why or for what end such or such a word is sent to them. cc pc-acp vvi c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1 d cc d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32. (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 277
5500 As carnall men thrust the word from them, so godly men faile much at all times, As carnal men thrust the word from them, so godly men fail much At all times, p-acp j n2 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32, av j n2 vvb av-d p-acp d n2, (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 277
5501 and at some times wholly neglect to lay the word to heart. They doe not compare themselves, that is, their lives and consciences; and At Some times wholly neglect to lay the word to heart. They do not compare themselves, that is, their lives and Consciences; cc p-acp d n2 av-jn vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. pns32 vdb xx vvi px32, cst vbz, po32 n2 cc n2; (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 277
5502 their thoughts and wayes with the word, and then no wonder if they perceive not what is spoken to them. their thoughts and ways with the word, and then no wonder if they perceive not what is spoken to them. po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc av dx n1 cs pns32 vvb xx r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32. (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 277
5503 Even a Job may be hindred by his own indulgence from perceiving what God saith unto him. Even a Job may be hindered by his own indulgence from perceiving what God Says unto him. np1 dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp vvg r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 277
5504 The Prophet complained of the people of God for not striving to take hold of him. (Isa. 64.7.) There is none that calleth upon thy name, that stirreth up himself to take hold on thee. The Prophet complained of the people of God for not striving to take hold of him. (Isaiah 64.7.) There is none that calls upon thy name, that stirs up himself to take hold on thee. dt n1 vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp xx vvg pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno31. (np1 crd.) pc-acp vbz pix cst vvz p-acp po21 n1, cst vvz p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno21. (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 277
5505 And may we not complaine that few stirre up themselves either to take hold of the word of God, And may we not complain that few stir up themselves either to take hold of the word of God, cc vmb pns12 xx vvi cst d n1 a-acp px32 av-d pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 277
5506 or that the word may take hold of them? Paul exhorted Timothy (2 Tim. 1.6.) to stir up the Gift of God that was in him. or that the word may take hold of them? Paul exhorted Timothy (2 Tim. 1.6.) to stir up the Gift of God that was in him. cc cst dt n1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pno32? np1 vvd np1 (crd np1 crd.) pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbds p-acp pno31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 277
5507 They that have received both gifts and grace may be much wanting to themselves in stirring them up. They that have received both Gifts and grace may be much wanting to themselves in stirring them up. pns32 d vhb vvn d n2 cc n1 vmb vbi av-d vvg p-acp px32 p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 278
5508 Though we deny mans naturall power, yet persons converted have a spirituall power, which they often neglect to stir up. Though we deny men natural power, yet Persons converted have a spiritual power, which they often neglect to stir up. cs pns12 vvb ng1 j n1, av n2 vvn vhb dt j n1, r-crq pns32 av vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 278
5509 When the servants of Benhadad (1 Kings 20.32, 33.) came to Ahab upon that message to beg his life, it is said, The men did dilligently observe whether any thing would come from him that they might take hold of, When the Servants of Benhadad (1 Kings 20.32, 33.) Come to Ahab upon that message to beg his life, it is said, The men did diligently observe whither any thing would come from him that they might take hold of, c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 (crd n2 crd, crd) vvd p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pn31 vbz vvn, dt n2 vdd av-j vvi cs d n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 cst pns32 vmd vvi n1 pp-f, (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 278
5510 and urge it in favour of their Master; and urge it in favour of their Master; cc vvb pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 278
5511 and as soon as Ahab had dropt that word, he is my Brother, as soon as they had that word, they did hastily catch it and applyed it for their present purpose. and as soon as Ahab had dropped that word, he is my Brother, as soon as they had that word, they did hastily catch it and applied it for their present purpose. cc c-acp av c-acp np1 vhd vvn d n1, pns31 vbz po11 n1, c-acp av c-acp pns32 vhd d n1, pns32 vdd av-j vvi pn31 cc vvd pn31 p-acp po32 j n1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 278
5512 So they that are godly should observe what is spoken unto them, what corruption is smitten by the word or by the rod of God, So they that Are godly should observe what is spoken unto them, what corruption is smitten by the word or by the rod of God, av pns32 cst vbr j vmd vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32, r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 278
5513 and as soone as ever such a word is spoken, they should take it up and apply it to themselves. and as soon as ever such a word is spoken, they should take it up and apply it to themselves. cc c-acp av c-acp av d dt n1 vbz vvn, pns32 vmd vvi pn31 a-acp cc vvi pn31 p-acp px32. (14) chapter (DIV2) 899 Page 278
5514 Thirdly, those many lusts that are in the heart of a godly man, not yet fully mortified, Thirdly, those many Lustiest that Are in the heart of a godly man, not yet Fully mortified, ord, d d n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, xx av av-j vvn, (14) chapter (DIV2) 900 Page 278
5515 as secret pride, self-love, and unbelief, these hinder him from understanding the mind of God. as secret pride, Self-love, and unbelief, these hinder him from understanding the mind of God. c-acp j-jn n1, n1, cc n1, d vvb pno31 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 900 Page 278
5516 And therefore we are counselled by the Apostle James (Chap. 1.21.) to lay aside (that is, to get subdued and mortified) all filthinesse and superfluity of naughtinesse, And Therefore we Are counseled by the Apostle James (Chap. 1.21.) to lay aside (that is, to get subdued and mortified) all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, cc av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 (np1 crd.) pc-acp vvi av (cst vbz, pc-acp vvi vvn cc j-vvn) d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 900 Page 278
5517 and (so) receive with meekness the engraffed word which is able to save our souls. and (so) receive with meekness the engrafted word which is able to save our Souls. cc (av) vvb p-acp n1 dt j-vvn n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 900 Page 278
5518 As if he had said, we can neither perceive nor receive the word savingly, unlesse our lusts are cast out and cast off. As if he had said, we can neither perceive nor receive the word savingly, unless our Lustiest Are cast out and cast off. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns12 vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi dt n1 av-vvg, cs po12 n2 vbr vvn av cc vvn a-acp. (14) chapter (DIV2) 900 Page 278
5519 How much any man neglects this duty of mortifying his lusts, by so much is he rendred both unable to perceive the word, How much any man neglects this duty of mortifying his Lustiest, by so much is he rendered both unable to perceive the word, c-crq d d n1 vvz d n1 pp-f vvg po31 n2, p-acp av d vbz pns31 vvn d j pc-acp vvi dt n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 900 Page 278
5520 and unfit to profit by it. and unfit to profit by it. cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 900 Page 278
5521 Lastly, Mr. Broughton renders the words thus, God speaks once, yea twice, and man will not mark it. Lastly, Mr. Broughton renders the words thus, God speaks once, yea twice, and man will not mark it. ord, n1 np1 vvz dt n2 av, np1 vvz a-acp, uh av, cc n1 vmb xx vvi pn31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 278
5522 We say, man perceiveth it not; he saith, man will not mark it. As our reading shews the weakness and imperfections, or the negligence and slothfullnesse of man, We say, man perceives it not; he Says, man will not mark it. As our reading shows the weakness and imperfections, or the negligence and slothfullnesse of man, pns12 vvb, n1 vvz pn31 xx; pns31 vvz, n1 vmb xx vvi pn31. p-acp po12 n-vvg vvz dt n1 cc n2, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 278
5523 when he doth not perceive what God speaketh; so his sheweth the obstinacy of man. The will of man is as perverse, as his understanding is blind. when he does not perceive what God speaks; so his shows the obstinacy of man. The will of man is as perverse, as his understanding is blind. c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi r-crq np1 vvz; av po31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp j, c-acp po31 n1 vbz j. (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 278
5524 Man hath not only a wound or a weaknesse in his will unto that which is good, Man hath not only a wound or a weakness in his will unto that which is good, n1 vhz xx av-j dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j, (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 278
5525 but he hath a rebellion in his will against that which is good, and that not by some occasionall disgust or sudden gust of passion, but he hath a rebellion in his will against that which is good, and that not by Some occasional disgust or sudden gust of passion, cc-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j, cc cst xx p-acp d j n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 278
5526 but he is naturally set and resolved against that which is good. Man will not mark what God speaketh in his word and works. but he is naturally Set and resolved against that which is good. Man will not mark what God speaks in his word and works. cc-acp pns31 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz j. n1 vmb xx vvi r-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 278
5527 Christ upbraids the Jews (Joh. 5.40.) Ye will not come unto me that ye may have life; christ upbraids the jews (John 5.40.) You will not come unto me that you may have life; np1 vvz dt np2 (np1 crd.) pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11 cst pn22 vmb vhi n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 278
5528 he chargeth the fault upon their wills. 'Tis certaine man hath a will not to come to Christ for life; he charges the fault upon their wills. It's certain man hath a will not to come to christ for life; pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp po32 n2. pn31|vbz j n1 vhz dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 278
5529 yet that is a forced and farre fetcht inference which some make from it, that man hath therefore power and will to come. Sure enough man hath a will not to come, he hath not only an inabillity, yet that is a forced and Far fetched Inference which Some make from it, that man hath Therefore power and will to come. Sure enough man hath a will not to come, he hath not only an inabillity, av cst vbz dt j-vvn cc av-j vvn n1 r-crq d vvb p-acp pn31, cst n1 vhz av n1 cc vmb pc-acp vvi. av-j av-d n1 vhz dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi, pns31 vhz xx av-j dt n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5530 but an enmity and an opposition in his will against Christ: but an enmity and an opposition in his will against christ: cc-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1: (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5531 he will not come to Christ that he may be saved, but would take up his salvation somewhere else; he will not come to christ that he may be saved, but would take up his salvation somewhere Else; pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1 av av; (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5532 he would be his own Saviour, or let any one save him, rather then be saved by Christ; he would be his own Saviour, or let any one save him, rather then be saved by christ; pns31 vmd vbi po31 d n1, cc vvb d pi p-acp pno31, av-c cs vbi vvn p-acp np1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5533 all things considered, especially this, that he must deny himself, and neither be found trusting to his own righteousnesse, all things considered, especially this, that he must deny himself, and neither be found trusting to his own righteousness, d n2 vvn, av-j d, cst pns31 vmb vvi px31, cc d vbb vvn vvg p-acp po31 d n1, (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5534 nor acting any unrighteousnesse, if he desires to be saved by Christ. nor acting any unrighteousness, if he Desires to be saved by christ. ccx vvg d n1, cs pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5535 And as there is a resistance in the will of man against the true dispensation of Gospell grace; And as there is a resistance in the will of man against the true Dispensation of Gospel grace; cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5536 so against any other dispensation whereby God speaketh to him. so against any other Dispensation whereby God speaks to him. av p-acp d j-jn n1 c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31. (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5537 The unchanged will of man riseth up against the will of God manifested in his works, The unchanged will of man Riseth up against the will of God manifested in his works, dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5538 as much as against his will manifested in his word ( Isa. 26.11.) Lord, when thy hand is lifted up they will not see. as much as against his will manifested in his word (Isaiah 26.11.) Lord, when thy hand is lifted up they will not see. c-acp d c-acp p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 (np1 crd.) n1, c-crq po21 n1 vbz vvn a-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi. (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5539 If his hand be lifted up in publick judgments they will not see it, if in family or personall judgments and afflictions they will not see it, If his hand be lifted up in public Judgments they will not see it, if in family or personal Judgments and afflictions they will not see it, cs po31 n1 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j n2 pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31, cs p-acp n1 cc j n2 cc n2 pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31, (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5540 but shut their eyes and hoodwink their own understandings. but shut their eyes and hoodwink their own understandings. cc-acp vvb po32 n2 cc vvi po32 d n2. (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5541 Yea, they are oftentimes so wilfully, or rather so madly blind, that they had rather say it is the hand of blind Fortune, then the hand of the Allmighty and All-seeing God. Yea, they Are oftentimes so wilfully, or rather so madly blind, that they had rather say it is the hand of blind Fortune, then the hand of the Almighty and All-seeing God. uh, pns32 vbr av av av-j, cc av-c av av-j j, cst pns32 vhd av-c vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc j np1. (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5542 Now who is so blind as they that will not see? Till this rebellion against the holy will of God with which the will of man is filled be cast out and subdued, let him speake once, Now who is so blind as they that will not see? Till this rebellion against the holy will of God with which the will of man is filled be cast out and subdued, let him speak once, av r-crq vbz av j c-acp pns32 cst vmb xx vvi? p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn vbb vvn av cc vvn, vvb pno31 vvi a-acp, (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5543 yea twice, let him speake by word or works, by promises or by threatnings, by good or evill, yea twice, let him speak by word or works, by promises or by threatenings, by good or evil, uh av, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp n1 cc n2, p-acp n2 cc p-acp n2-vvg, p-acp j cc j-jn, (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5544 yet man will not mark it. Thus much in generall of Gods revealing himself to man; yet man will not mark it. Thus much in general of God's revealing himself to man; av n1 vmb xx vvi pn31. av av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n2 vvg px31 p-acp n1; (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5545 In the next words we have the distinct wayes set downe by and in which he revealeth himself: In a dreame &c. In the next words we have the distinct ways Set down by and in which he Revealeth himself: In a dream etc. p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vhb dt j n2 vvn a-acp p-acp cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz px31: p-acp dt n1 av (14) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 279
5546 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 15, 16, 17, 18. In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falleth upon men, in slumberings upon the bed: JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 15, 16, 17, 18. In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falls upon men, in slumberings upon the Bed: np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n2, p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 901 Page 280
5547 Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth their instruction. That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man. Then he Openeth the ears of men, and Sealeth their instruction. That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man. av pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvz po32 n1. cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 903 Page 280
5548 He keepeth back his soule from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword. He Keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword. pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 905 Page 280
5549 ELihu having said in the former verse, that, God speaketh once, yea twice, yet man perceiveth it not; ELihu having said in the former verse, that, God speaks once, yea twice, yet man perceives it not; np1 vhg vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst, np1 vvz a-acp, uh av, av n1 vvz pn31 xx; (15) chapter (DIV2) 906 Page 280
5550 proceeds to give instance of those severall wayes by which God speaketh to man. proceeds to give instance of those several ways by which God speaks to man. vvz pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 906 Page 280
5551 His first Instance is given ( v. 15.) where he brings in God speaking to man in dreams and visions. His First Instance is given (v. 15.) where he brings in God speaking to man in dreams and visions. po31 ord n1 vbz vvn (n1 crd) c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 906 Page 280
5552 And as he shews us God speaking in dreams and visions, so he sets downe his aymes or ends in doing so, and they are three-fold. And as he shows us God speaking in dreams and visions, so he sets down his aims or ends in doing so, and they Are threefold. cc c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 np1 vvg p-acp n2 cc n2, av pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n2 cc vvz p-acp vdg av, cc pns32 vbr j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 906 Page 280
5553 First, God aimes at mans instruction ( v. 16.) Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth their instruction. First, God aims At men instruction (v. 16.) Then he Openeth the ears of men, and Sealeth their instruction. ord, np1 vvz p-acp ng1 n1 (n1 crd) av pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvz po32 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 907 Page 280
5554 The second aime of God in such dispensations, is repentance and humiliation ( v. 17.) That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man. The second aim of God in such dispensations, is Repentance and humiliation (v. 17.) That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man. dt ord vvb pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, vbz n1 cc n1 (n1 crd) cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 908 Page 280
5555 The third and last end here exprest why God speaks by dreams and visions, is mans salvation ( v. 18.) He keepeth back his soule from the pit, The third and last end Here expressed why God speaks by dreams and visions, is men salvation (v. 18.) He Keepeth back his soul from the pit, dt ord cc ord n1 av vvn c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2 cc n2, vbz ng1 n1 (n1 crd) pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 909 Page 280
5556 and his life from perishing by the sword. These are the parts and specialties considerable in this context. and his life from perishing by the sword. These Are the parts and specialties considerable in this context. cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. d vbr dt n2 cc n2 j p-acp d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 909 Page 280
5557 Vers. 15. In a dream, in a vision of the might, &c. Vers. 15. In a dream, in a vision of the might, etc. np1 crd p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av (15) chapter (DIV2) 909 Page 280
5558 The roote of the word rendred a dreame, signifieth that which is thick, grosse or fat, The root of the word rendered a dream, signifies that which is thick, gross or fat, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn dt n1, vvz cst r-crq vbz j, j cc j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 280
5559 and by a metaphor a dreame, because dreams are naturally caused by gross and thick vapours, arising from the stomack & fuming up into the head. and by a metaphor a dream, Because dreams Are naturally caused by gross and thick vapours, arising from the stomach & fuming up into the head. cc p-acp dt n1 dt n1, c-acp n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp j cc j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 280
5560 Sleep is caused immediately by vapours and dreams are our work in sleep. Sleep is caused immediately by vapours and dreams Are our work in sleep. n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp n2 cc n2 vbr po12 n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 280
5561 A dream is an Imagination which the minde frames and formes, or which is formed and framed in the minde while we sleepe; A dream is an Imagination which the mind frames and forms, or which is formed and framed in the mind while we sleep; dt n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz cc n2, cc r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cs pns12 vvb; (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 280
5562 or, A dream is the worke of the soule, while the body is asleep. or, A dream is the work of the soul, while the body is asleep. cc, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1 vbz j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 280
5563 Sleepe is the binding up of the outward sences, hearing, seeing, feeling, &c. yet then the inward sences, phantasie and memory are at liberty and free to worke. Sleep is the binding up of the outward Senses, hearing, seeing, feeling, etc. yet then the inward Senses, fantasy and memory Are At liberty and free to work. vvb vbz dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt j n2, vvg, vvg, j-vvg, av av av dt j n2, n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp n1 cc j pc-acp vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5564 The phantasie is very quick and nimble, when the body lieth as a logge and stirres not. The fantasy is very quick and nimble, when the body lies as a log and stirs not. dt n1 vbz av j cc j, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n2 xx. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5565 The phantasie (as we say) builds Castles in the ayre, and makes strange Chimera's in the braine by day, much more by night. The fantasy (as we say) builds Castles in the air, and makes strange Chimera's in the brain by day, much more by night. dt n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb) vvz n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz j ng1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, av-d av-dc p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5566 In Dreams, there is an image of things or persons represented to us. In Dreams, there is an image of things or Persons represented to us. p-acp n2, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pno12. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5567 When Pharoah dreamed, he saw seven leane kine, and seven thin ears, as also seven fat kine and seven full ears of corne. When Pharaoh dreamed, he saw seven lean kine, and seven thin ears, as also seven fat kine and seven full ears of corn. c-crq np1 vvd, pns31 vvd crd j n2, cc crd j n2, c-acp av crd j n2 cc crd j n2 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5568 Jacob saw a ladder in his dreame reaching up to heaven, and the Angels of God ascending and descending. Jacob saw a ladder in his dream reaching up to heaven, and the Angels of God ascending and descending. np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvg a-acp p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vvg cc vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5569 Joseph saw his brethrens sheaves doing obeysance to his sheafe, he saw also the Sun and Moone and eleven Starrs, doing obeysance to him. Joseph saw his Brothers' sheaves doing obeisance to his sheaf, he saw also the Sun and Moon and eleven Stars, doing obeisance to him. np1 vvd po31 ng2 n2 vdg n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd av dt n1 cc n1 cc crd n2, vdg n1 p-acp pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5570 Nebuchadnezzar dreaming saw an Image with the head of gold, with shoulders and breast of silver, with belly and thighs of brass, Nebuchadnezzar dreaming saw an Image with the head of gold, with shoulders and breast of silver, with belly and thighs of brass, np1 vvg vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5571 and leggs of Iron, &c. These dreamers had images as clearely represented to their mindes, as any thing can be to the most waking and wakefull eye of the body. and legs of Iron, etc. These dreamers had Images as clearly represented to their minds, as any thing can be to the most waking and wakeful eye of the body. cc n2 pp-f n1, av d n2 vhd n2 c-acp av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2, c-acp d n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt av-ds vvg cc j n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5572 And though in many dreams there are no such formall similitudes presented to the mind, And though in many dreams there Are no such formal Similitudes presented to the mind, cc cs p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbr dx d j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5573 but only a voyce heard speaking, yet nothing can be declared to us in a dreame without forming in our mind some kind of likenesse. but only a voice herd speaking, yet nothing can be declared to us in a dream without forming in our mind Some kind of likeness. cc-acp av-j dt n1 vvd vvg, av pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n1 d n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5574 When it is sayd that God came to Abimelech (Gen: 20. and to Laban Gen: 31.) and an Angel of the Lord to Joseph (Math: 1.) speaking to them in dreames, they had such things exhibited to and impressed upon them, When it is said that God Come to Abimelech (Gen: 20. and to Laban Gen: 31.) and an Angel of the Lord to Joseph (Math: 1.) speaking to them in dreams, they had such things exhibited to and impressed upon them, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vvd p-acp np1 (np1: crd cc p-acp np1 np1: crd) cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 (np1: crd) vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n2, pns32 vhd d n2 vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp pno32, (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5575 as gave the former two assurance that God spake to them, and the third that he was spoken to by an Angel of God. as gave the former two assurance that God spoke to them, and the third that he was spoken to by an Angel of God. c-acp vvd dt j crd n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp pno32, cc dt ord cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 910 Page 281
5576 Further, We may distinguish of dreames; First, some are meere naturall dreames; and they arise foure wayes; Further, We may distinguish of dreams; First, Some Are mere natural dreams; and they arise foure ways; jc, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f n2; ord, d vbr j j n2; cc pns32 vvb crd n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 281
5577 First, from the temperature of the body, Melancholly and flegmaticke persons, have their speciall dreames, and so have men of a sanguine and of a cholericke complection. First, from the temperature of the body, Melancholy and phlegmatic Persons, have their special dreams, and so have men of a sanguine and of a choleric complexion. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j-jn cc j-jn n2, vhb po32 j n2, cc av vhb n2 pp-f dt j cc pp-f dt j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 281
5578 The first encline to dreame of sad, the second of sottish, the third of pleasant things, The First incline to dream of sad, the second of sottish, the third of pleasant things, dt ord vvi p-acp n1 pp-f j, dt ord pp-f j, dt ord pp-f j n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 281
5579 and the last of wrathfull wranglings and contendings. and the last of wrathful wranglings and contendings. cc dt ord pp-f j n2-vvg cc n2-vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 281
5580 Secondly, Naturall dreames are caused by the diet or food which we eate, speciall meate inclining to speciall thoughts and imaginations. Secondly, Natural dreams Are caused by the diet or food which we eat, special meat inclining to special thoughts and Imaginations. ord, j n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, j n1 vvg p-acp j n2 cc n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 281
5581 Thirdly, Meere naturall dreams flow from the buisiness or speciall worke wherein we have been ingaged in the day; Thirdly, Mere natural dreams flow from the business or special work wherein we have been engaged in the day; ord, j j n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 c-crq pns12 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 281
5582 as Solomon speakes ( Eccles: 5.3.) a dreame cometh thorow the multitude of buisiness; as Solomon speaks (Eccles: 5.3.) a dream comes thorough the multitude of business; c-acp np1 vvz (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 281
5583 that is, a man dreams at night of what he hath been doing in the day. that is, a man dreams At night of what he hath been doing in the day. cst vbz, dt n1 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vbn vdg p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 282
5584 Fourthly, Naturall dreames arise from vehement affections to or desires of what we want, and would have. Fourthly, Natural dreams arise from vehement affections to or Desires of what we want, and would have. ord, j n2 vvb p-acp j n2 p-acp cc n2 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb, cc vmd vhi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 282
5585 Thus ( Isa: 29.7.) The hungry man dreams he eats, and the thirsty man dreams he drinks; Thus (Isaiah: 29.7.) The hungry man dreams he eats, and the thirsty man dreams he drinks; av (np1: crd.) dt j n1 vvz pns31 vvz, cc dt j n1 vvz pns31 vvz; (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 282
5586 For being pincht with hunger, and parcht with thirst, his appetite is not only strong, but fierce and violent after meat and drinke. For being pinched with hunger, and parched with thirst, his appetite is not only strong, but fierce and violent After meat and drink. p-acp vbg vvn p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp j cc j p-acp n1 cc vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 282
5587 These and such like are naturall dreams. I call them so because the rise or reason of them is seated in nature, These and such like Are natural dreams. I call them so Because the rise or reason of them is seated in nature, np1 cc d av-j vbr j n2. pns11 vvb pno32 av c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 282
5589 Nature let alone or left under such outward accidents will produce such dreames. Seconldy, There are diabolicall dreams; Nature let alone or left under such outward accidents will produce such dreams. Secondly, There Are diabolical dreams; n1 vvb av-j cc vvn p-acp d j n2 vmb vvi d n2. np1, pc-acp vbr j n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 911 Page 282
5590 the devill knows how to stirre the humors and worke upon the phantasies of the children of men. the Devil knows how to stir the humours and work upon the fantasies of the children of men. dt n1 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5591 Satan is skilfull and diligent in solliciting our lusts and corruptions both day and night, Satan is skilful and diligent in soliciting our Lustiest and corruptions both day and night, np1 vbz j cc j p-acp vvg po12 n2 cc n2 d n1 cc n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5592 and they being once sollicited or moved to worke, cannot but worke in us both sleeping and waking. and they being once solicited or moved to work, cannot but work in us both sleeping and waking. cc pns32 vbg a-acp vvn cc vvn pc-acp vvi, vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp pno12 d vvg cc vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5593 Yea the devill can inspire false doctrines and opinions by dreames, as well as provoke to wicked practises. Yea the Devil can inspire false doctrines and opinions by dreams, as well as provoke to wicked practises. uh dt n1 vmb vvi j n2 cc n2 p-acp n2, c-acp av c-acp vvi p-acp j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5594 Of such dreamers we read ( Deut: 13.1, 3.) If there be among you a false Prophet, or a dreamer of dreames. Of such dreamers we read (Deuteronomy: 13.1, 3.) If there be among you a false Prophet, or a dreamer of dreams. pp-f d n2 pns12 vvb (fw-fr: crd, crd) cs pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22 dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5595 False Prophets had many dreams ( Jer: 23.25.) Such were wont to say, I have dreamed, I have dreamed. False prophets had many dreams (Jer: 23.25.) Such were wont to say, I have dreamed, I have dreamed. j n2 vhd d n2 (np1: crd.) d vbdr j pc-acp vvi, pns11 vhb vvn, pns11 vhb vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5596 Because the holy Prophets had their dreams from God, the Devill would give his unholy Prophets dreams too, which were lies and vanity, deceits and errours, leading them out of the way of God, Because the holy prophets had their dreams from God, the devil would give his unholy prophets dreams too, which were lies and vanity, Deceits and errors, leading them out of the Way of God, p-acp dt j n2 vhd po32 n2 p-acp np1, dt n1 vmd vvi po31 j ng1 n2 av, r-crq vbdr n2 cc n1, n2 cc n2, vvg pno32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5597 whether we respect truth of doctrine, or purity of worship. We may reduce all diabolicall dreames to these two heads; whither we respect truth of Doctrine, or purity of worship. We may reduce all diabolical dreams to these two Heads; cs pns12 vvb n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. pns12 vmb vvi d j n2 p-acp d crd n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5598 They are either, First, false dreames, that is, dreames of falshood, for he is the father and former of lyes; They Are either, First, false dreams, that is, dreams of falsehood, for he is the father and former of lies; pns32 vbr av-d, ord, j n2, cst vbz, n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 cc j pp-f n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5599 or, Secondly, they are filthy defiling dreames; for he is an uncleane spirit, and the feweller of all filthy fires and uncleannesses, whether corporall or spirituall. or, Secondly, they Are filthy defiling dreams; for he is an unclean Spirit, and the feweller of all filthy fires and Uncleannesses, whither corporal or spiritual. cc, ord, pns32 vbr j vvg n2; c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2, cs j cc j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 912 Page 282
5600 Thirdly, There are divine dreames, so called, First, because immediately sent by God; Thirdly, There Are divine dreams, so called, First, Because immediately sent by God; ord, pc-acp vbr j-jn n2, av vvn, ord, c-acp av-j vvn p-acp np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 913 Page 282
5601 Secondly, because the subject matter of them is divine and heavenly, or some manifestation of the holy will of God to man. Secondly, Because the Subject matter of them is divine and heavenly, or Some manifestation of the holy will of God to man. ord, c-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno32 vbz j-jn cc j, cc d n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 913 Page 282
5602 There are five speciall Messages upon which dreames are sent from God. First, To reprove or admonish; There Are five special Messages upon which dreams Are sent from God. First, To reprove or admonish; pc-acp vbr crd j n2 p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1. ord, pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 913 Page 282
5603 Thus God dealt with Abimelech in a dreame, that he should not meddle with Sarah (Gen: 20.3.) and with Laban, that he should not hurt Jacob, nor hinder him in his journey back to his fathers house ( Gen: 31. 24.) whereupon Jacob told him, God rebuked thee yester night. Thus God dealt with Abimelech in a dream, that he should not meddle with Sarah (Gen: 20.3.) and with Laban, that he should not hurt Jacob, nor hinder him in his journey back to his Father's house (Gen: 31. 24.) whereupon Jacob told him, God rebuked thee yester night. av np1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1 (np1: crd.) cc p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi np1, ccx vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 av p-acp po31 ng1 n1 (np1: crd crd) r-crq np1 vvd pno31, np1 vvd pno21 j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 914 Page 283
5604 That dream of Pilates wife ( Math: 27.19.) was sent to admonish Pilate about giving Judgement against Christ. That dream of Pilate's wife (Math: 27.19.) was sent to admonish Pilate about giving Judgement against christ. cst n1 pp-f np2 n1 (np1: crd.) vbds vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 914 Page 283
5605 Secondly, God sends dreams to instruct, and informe; Secondly, God sends dreams to instruct, and inform; ord, np1 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 915 Page 283
5606 There are teaching dreams, that of Joseph (Math: 1.21.) was not only to shew him what to doe about Mary his espoused wife, There Are teaching dreams, that of Joseph (Math: 1.21.) was not only to show him what to do about Marry his espoused wife, pc-acp vbr vvg n2, cst pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) vbds xx av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp uh po31 vvn n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 915 Page 283
5607 but to instruct him about that Great mystery of God manifested in the flesh, to save lost man. but to instruct him about that Great mystery of God manifested in the Flesh, to save lost man. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi j-vvn n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 915 Page 283
5829 So much of the first gracious designe of God in speaking to men by dreams and visions of the night; So much of the First gracious Design of God in speaking to men by dreams and visions of the night; av d pp-f dt ord j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 294
5608 Thirdly, Dreams are sent for support and consolation in a time of trouble ( Gen: 28.12.) God comforted Jacob by that dream, Thirdly, Dreams Are sent for support and consolation in a time of trouble (Gen: 28.12.) God comforted Jacob by that dream, ord, n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) np1 vvn np1 p-acp d n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 916 Page 283
5609 when he was in a desolate condition, and assured him of his presence. Fourthly, Some dreams are sent of God upon a sad message to afflict and terrifie; when he was in a desolate condition, and assured him of his presence. Fourthly, some dreams Are sent of God upon a sad message to afflict and terrify; c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, cc vvd pno31 pp-f po31 n1. ord, d n2 vbr vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 916 Page 283
5610 Job bemoaned his sufferings and sorrows by such dreames ( Chap: 7.13, 14.) When I say my bed shall comfort me, my couch shall ease my complaint, Job bemoaned his sufferings and sorrows by such dreams (Chap: 7.13, 14.) When I say my Bed shall Comfort me, my couch shall ease my complaint, n1 vvd po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n2 (n1: crd, crd) c-crq pns11 vvb po11 n1 vmb vvi pno11, po11 n1 vmb vvi po11 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 917 Page 283
5611 then thou scarest me with dreames, and terrifiest me with visions. then thou scarest me with dreams, and terrifiest me with visions. cs pns21 vv2 pno11 p-acp n2, cc vv2 pno11 p-acp n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 917 Page 283
5612 Fifthly, God foresheweth what shall come to passe, he reveals his own counsels, as to future providences, by dreames and visions. Fifthly, God foreshoweth what shall come to pass, he reveals his own Counsels, as to future providences, by dreams and visions. ord, np1 vvz r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz po31 d n2, c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp n2 cc n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 918 Page 283
5613 The seven years of famine were revealed to Pharoah in a dreame. The seven Years of famine were revealed to Pharaoh in a dream. dt crd n2 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 918 Page 283
5614 And the great things of the Church, and of the world too, were revealed to Daniel in a dreame, And the great things of the Church, and of the world too, were revealed to daniel in a dream, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 av, vbdr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 918 Page 283
5615 and in visions of his head upon his bed ( Dan: 7.1.) The message of the dreame in the text was for instruction and admonition, and in visions of his head upon his Bed (Dan: 7.1.) The message of the dream in the text was for instruction and admonition, cc p-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 (uh: crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds p-acp n1 cc n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 918 Page 283
5616 as will appeare at the sixteenth verse; God speaketh in a dream; and further In a vision of the night. as will appear At the sixteenth verse; God speaks in a dream; and further In a vision of the night. c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1; np1 vvz p-acp dt n1; cc av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 918 Page 283
5617 Some take vision here as a second way of divine revelation. some take vision Here as a second Way of divine Revelation. d vvb n1 av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 919 Page 283
5618 And 'tis true, the Scripture speakes of dreams and visions distinctly ( Numb: 12.6.) Others make visions to be only appurtenances to dreams; And it's true, the Scripture speaks of dreams and visions distinctly (Numb: 12.6.) Others make visions to be only appurtenances to dreams; cc pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vvz pp-f n2 cc n2 av-j (j: crd.) ng2-jn vvb n2 pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 919 Page 283
5619 For though there have been visions without dreams, yet dreams are seldome, if at all, without some kind of vision. For though there have been visions without dreams, yet dreams Are seldom, if At all, without Some kind of vision. c-acp cs pc-acp vhi vbn n2 p-acp n2, av n2 vbr av, cs p-acp d, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 919 Page 283
5620 This seemes the intendment of this text, In a dream, in a vision of the night; This seems the intendment of this text, In a dream, in a vision of the night; np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 919 Page 283
5621 That is, in a dream with a vision of the night, as making the vision to be nothing else, That is, in a dream with a vision of the night, as making the vision to be nothing Else, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vbi pix av, (15) chapter (DIV2) 919 Page 283
5622 but either a representation of the matter dreamed of, or of the manner wherein it was represented to the dreamer. but either a representation of the matter dreamed of, or of the manner wherein it was represented to the dreamer. cc-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd pp-f, cc pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 919 Page 283
5623 And I conceive, that Elihu in this verse is speaking only of one, not of two wayes of Gods revealing himselfe to man; And I conceive, that Elihu in this verse is speaking only of one, not of two ways of God's revealing himself to man; cc pns11 vvb, cst np1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvg av-j pp-f crd, xx pp-f crd n2 pp-f n2 vvg px31 p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 919 Page 283
5624 or rather of one then two. or rather of one then two. cc av-c pp-f crd av crd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 919 Page 283
5625 Yet whether we take the vision distinctly from or joyntly with the dream, the scope of Elihu in this text is equally answered and fulfilled. Yet whither we take the vision distinctly from or jointly with the dream, the scope of Elihu in this text is equally answered and fulfilled. av cs pns12 vvb dt n1 av-j p-acp cc av-j p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 919 Page 284
5626 Further, Elihu doth not only report the way of Gods discovering himselfe, that is, in a dream, in a vision, Further, Elihu does not only report the Way of God's discovering himself, that is, in a dream, in a vision, jc, np1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f ng1 vvg px31, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 920 Page 284
5627 but he declares the time or season of these dreams and visions, or of these visions in a dream; but he declares the time or season of these dreams and visions, or of these visions in a dream; cc-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, cc pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 920 Page 284
5628 that is, the night, and the night considered under this division. First, When deep sleep falleth upon men. that is, the night, and the night considered under this division. First, When deep sleep falls upon men. d vbz, dt n1, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1. ord, c-crq j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 920 Page 284
5910 Further, we may refer these words either to what is past, or to what is to come; Further, we may refer these words either to what is past, or to what is to come; jc, pns12 vmb vvi d n2 av-d p-acp r-crq vbz j, cc p-acp r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 965 Page 298
5629 Secondly, When they have their slumberings upon their bed; that is (as I apprehend) at the beginning of the night, Secondly, When they have their slumberings upon their Bed; that is (as I apprehend) At the beginning of the night, ord, c-crq pns32 vhb po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1; cst vbz (c-acp pns11 vvb) p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 922 Page 284
5630 and break of day (for those are the slumbring times of the night) or in the middle of the night or midnight, and break of day (for those Are the slumbering times of the night) or in the middle of the night or midnight, cc vvi pp-f n1 (c-acp d vbr dt vvg n2 pp-f dt n1) cc p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n1 cc n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 922 Page 284
5631 for then usually men are fallen into and abide in a deep sleep, or as we render, for then usually men Are fallen into and abide in a deep sleep, or as we render, c-acp av av-j n2 vbr vvn p-acp cc vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc c-acp pns12 vvb, (15) chapter (DIV2) 922 Page 284
5632 Then Deep sleep falleth upon men. Then Deep sleep falls upon men. av j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 922 Page 284
5633 Some sleeps, as we may say, are but shallow sleeps, slight sleeps, in comparison of other; some sleeps, as we may say, Are but shallow sleeps, slight sleeps, in comparison of other; d n2, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, vbr cc-acp j n2, j n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 923 Page 284
5634 Deep sleep is that which we call, Dead sleep. Deep sleep is that which we call, Dead sleep. j-jn n1 vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb, j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 923 Page 284
5635 The word here used by Elihu, notes the strongest and the soundest sleep, and therefore 'tis fitly distinguished from slumberings upon the bed. The word Here used by Elihu, notes the Strongest and the soundest sleep, and Therefore it's fitly distinguished from slumberings upon the Bed. dt n1 av vvn p-acp np1, vvz dt js cc dt js n1, cc av pn31|vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 923 Page 284
5636 There are three words in the Hebrew which signifie sleep; whereof the first signifies sleep in generall; There Are three words in the Hebrew which signify sleep; whereof the First signifies sleep in general; pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp dt njp r-crq vvi vvi; c-crq dt ord vvz vvb p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 284
5637 the second, deep sleep; the third, any slight sleep, which we here translate slumbering. Ordinary sleeping is more then slumbring, the second, deep sleep; the third, any slight sleep, which we Here translate slumbering. Ordinary sleeping is more then slumbering, dt ord, j-jn n1; dt ord, d j n1, r-crq pns12 av vvi vvg. j n-vvg vbz av-dc cs vvg, (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 284
5638 and a deep sleep, more then ordinary sleep; and a deep sleep, more then ordinary sleep; cc dt j-jn n1, av-dc cs j n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 284
5639 we commonly say, such a man is fast asleep, he is, as it were, bound hand and foote. we commonly say, such a man is fast asleep, he is, as it were, bound hand and foot. pns12 av-j vvb, d dt n1 vbz av-j j, pns31 vbz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvn n1 cc n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 284
5640 Sleep is the binding of the senses, and so, by consequence the binding of all the members of the body. Sleep is the binding of the Senses, and so, by consequence the binding of all the members of the body. n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n2, cc av, p-acp n1 dt vvg pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 284
5641 We often finde this distinction in Scripture ( Psal: 132.4.) I will not give sleep to mine eyes, nor slumber to my eye-lids; We often find this distinction in Scripture (Psalm: 132.4.) I will not give sleep to mine eyes, nor slumber to my eyelids; pns12 av vvi d n1 p-acp n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp po11 n2, ccx n1 p-acp po11 n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 284
5642 that is, I will not only not give my selfe to fall asleep, but I wil not so much as (according to our manner of speaking in that matter) forget my selfe. that is, I will not only not give my self to fallen asleep, but I will not so much as (according to our manner of speaking in that matter) forget my self. cst vbz, pns11 vmb xx j xx vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi j, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx av av-d a-acp (vvg p-acp po12 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n1) vvb po11 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 284
5643 We find the same distinction ( Ps: 121.4.) Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep. We find the same distinction (Ps: 121.4.) Behold, he that Keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep. pns12 vvb dt d n1 (np1: crd.) vvb, pns31 cst vvz np1 vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 284
5644 The words are a description of the exact watchfulnesse of God over his people, he that doth not so much as slumber, he that never lays his eyes together, he that doth not only not take a nap (as we say) but not so much as once nod (to so little the Hebrew-word may be drawne downe, which is likewise the importance of the Greek-word, he, I say, that doth not so much as nod) is farre from sleepe, furthest of all from deep sleep. The words Are a description of the exact watchfulness of God over his people, he that does not so much as slumber, he that never lays his eyes together, he that does not only not take a nap (as we say) but not so much as once nod (to so little the Hebrew-word may be drawn down, which is likewise the importance of the Greek-word, he, I say, that does not so much as nod) is Far from sleep, furthest of all from deep sleep. dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 cst vdz xx av d c-acp n1, pns31 cst av-x vvz po31 n2 av, pns31 cst vdz xx j xx vvi dt n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb) cc-acp xx av av-d c-acp a-acp vvb (p-acp av j dt n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, r-crq vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31, pns11 vvb, cst vdz xx av av-d c-acp n1) vbz av-j p-acp n1, js pp-f d p-acp j-jn n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 285
5645 In both these degrees of sleep, the Lord speakes by Dreames, first, in deep sleep; Secondly, in slumbrings. In both these Degrees of sleep, the Lord speaks by Dreams, First, in deep sleep; Secondly, in slumbrings. p-acp d d n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp n2, ord, p-acp j-jn n1; ord, p-acp n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 924 Page 285
5646 Some conceive that Elihu intended by these different words, to set forth two sorts of dreams; some conceive that Elihu intended by these different words, to Set forth two sorts of dreams; d vvb cst np1 vvn p-acp d j n2, pc-acp vvi av crd n2 pp-f n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5647 First, those dreams which men have when extraordinary deep sleep falls upon them; First, those dreams which men have when extraordinary deep sleep falls upon them; ord, d n2 r-crq n2 vhb c-crq j j-jn n1 vvz p-acp pno32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5690 and contributes nothing to those operations. For though it be granted that some irrationall creatures (who have no immortall part, and contributes nothing to those operations. For though it be granted that Some irrational creatures (who have no immortal part, cc vvz pix p-acp d n2. p-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn cst d j n2 (r-crq vhb dx j n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 287
5648 such as that spoken of ( Gen: 2.21.) God commanded a deep sleep to fall on Adam, when he tooke the rib out of his side and formed the woman. such as that spoken of (Gen: 2.21.) God commanded a deep sleep to fallen on Adam, when he took the rib out of his side and formed the woman. d c-acp d vvn pp-f (np1: crd.) np1 vvd dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 av pp-f po31 n1 cc vvd dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5649 We read also ( Gen: 15.12.) that a deep sleep fell on Abraham when God revealed to him what should become of his posterity, We read also (Gen: 15.12.) that a deep sleep fell on Abraham when God revealed to him what should become of his posterity, pns12 vvb av (np1: crd.) cst dt j-jn n1 vvd p-acp np1 c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31 r-crq vmd vvi pp-f po31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5650 and how they should be in Egypt, and there much oppressed foure hundred yeares, &c. It is said also (1 Sam: 26.12.) A deep sleep from the Lord was fallen upon them; and how they should be in Egypt, and there much oppressed foure hundred Years, etc. It is said also (1 Sam: 26.12.) A deep sleep from the Lord was fallen upon them; cc c-crq pns32 vmd vbi p-acp np1, cc a-acp d vvd crd crd n2, av pn31 vbz vvn av (vvd np1: crd.) dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5651 that is, upon Saul, and his guards, who lay round about him. that is, upon Saul, and his guards, who lay round about him. cst vbz, p-acp np1, cc po31 n2, r-crq vvd av-j p-acp pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5652 And that might be called a sleep from the Lord, both because it was a sleep which the Lord sent, And that might be called a sleep from the Lord, both Because it was a sleep which the Lord sent, cc cst vmd vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, d c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvd, (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5653 and because it was an extream deep sleep. and Because it was an extreme deep sleep. cc c-acp pn31 vbds dt j-jn j-jn n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5654 Secondly, there are dreams in ordinary sleep, or in very slumbrings or noddings upon the bed, we may call them waking dreames. Secondly, there Are dreams in ordinary sleep, or in very slumbrings or noddings upon the Bed, we may call them waking dreams. ord, pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp j n1, cc p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 vvg n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5655 Thus Elihu sheweth God taking severall times or seasons for the revealing of himselfe in dreams; Thus Elihu shows God taking several times or seasons for the revealing of himself in dreams; av np1 vvz np1 vvg j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f px31 p-acp n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5656 sometimes in deep sleep, and often in the least and slightest sleeps, called slumbrings. sometime in deep sleep, and often in the least and slightest sleeps, called slumbrings. av p-acp j-jn n1, cc av p-acp dt ds cc js n2, vvn n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 925 Page 285
5657 I shall not here insist upon or discourse the way of Gods manifesting himselfe to the Ancienrs, by dreams & visions, I shall not Here insist upon or discourse the Way of God's manifesting himself to the Ancienrs, by dreams & visions, pns11 vmb xx av vvi p-acp cc vvi dt n1 pp-f ng1 vvg px31 p-acp dt n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 926 Page 285
5658 but referre the Reader to what hath already been done upon the 4th Chapter at the 12th and 13th verses; but refer the Reader to what hath already been done upon the 4th Chapter At the 12th and 13th Verses; cc-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp r-crq vhz av vbn vdn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt ord cc ord n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 926 Page 285
5659 where Eliphaz speaks almost in the same manner as Elihu here about visions; where Eliphaz speaks almost in the same manner as Elihu Here about visions; c-crq np1 vvz av p-acp dt d n1 c-acp np1 av p-acp n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 926 Page 285
5660 And, indeed there is a very great Consent between their two parts in this booke, that of Eliphaz, and this of Elihu; They were both holy and propheticall men, both of them had the same designe in speaking about dreams and visions, And, indeed there is a very great Consent between their two parts in this book, that of Eliphaz, and this of Elihu; They were both holy and prophetical men, both of them had the same Design in speaking about dreams and visions, cc, av pc-acp vbz dt av j vvb p-acp po32 crd n2 p-acp d n1, cst pp-f np1, cc d pp-f np1; pns32 vbdr d j cc j n2, d pp-f pno32 vhd dt d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2 cc n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 926 Page 285
5661 namely, to convince and humble Job; and both of them expresse themselves in terms of a very neere Cognation. namely, to convince and humble Job; and both of them express themselves in terms of a very near Cognation. av, pc-acp vvi cc j n1; cc d pp-f pno32 vvi px32 p-acp n2 pp-f dt j j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 926 Page 285
5662 So that if the reader please to consult that place ( Job 4.12, 13.) he will find these words farther cleared, So that if the reader please to consult that place (Job 4.12, 13.) he will find these words farther cleared, av cst cs dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 (np1 crd, crd) pns31 vmb vvi d n2 av-jc vvn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 926 Page 285
5663 as to the nature and severall kinds of visions. as to the nature and several Kinds of visions. c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 926 Page 285
5664 And if he turne to what hath been done upon the 14th verse of the 7th Chapter, he may find the doctrine of dreams further opened. And if he turn to what hath been done upon the 14th verse of the 7th Chapter, he may find the Doctrine of dreams further opened. cc cs pns31 vvb p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vdn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 av-jc vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 926 Page 285
5665 Only let me adde here a note or two. First, It hath been the use of God to reveale his mind by dreams. Only let me add Here a note or two. First, It hath been the use of God to reveal his mind by dreams. av-j vvb pno11 vvi av dt n1 cc crd. ord, pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 927 Page 285
5666 And I may give you five reasons why God used to apply himself to man in dreams: And I may give you five Reasons why God used to apply himself to man in dreams: cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 crd n2 c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1 p-acp n2: (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5667 First, because in sleep man is, as I may say, at best leisure for God to deal with him; First, Because in sleep man is, as I may say, At best leisure for God to deal with him; ord, c-acp p-acp n1 n1 vbz, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp js n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5668 he is not distracted with businesse, nor hurried with the labours of this life, but is at rest. he is not distracted with business, nor hurried with the labours of this life, but is At rest. pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1, ccx vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc-acp vbz p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5669 Secondly, when we are awake we are very ready to debate and discusse what we receive by our own reason, we are ready to Logick it with God; Secondly, when we Are awake we Are very ready to debate and discuss what we receive by our own reason, we Are ready to Logic it with God; ord, c-crq pns12 vbr j pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 d n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp n1 pn31 p-acp np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5670 but in sleep we take things barely as offered without discussions or disputes. but in sleep we take things barely as offered without discussions or disputes. cc-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vvb n2 av-j a-acp vvd p-acp n2 cc vvz. (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5671 Thirdly, in sleepe when all is quiet, that which God represents, takes and leaves a deeper impression upon the mind of man. Thirdly, in sleep when all is quiet, that which God represents, Takes and leaves a Deeper impression upon the mind of man. ord, p-acp n1 c-crq d vbz j-jn, cst r-crq np1 vvz, vvz cc vvz dt jc-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5672 Common experience teacheth us how dreams stick, and how those apprehensions which we have in our sleep dwell & abide with us when awake. Common experience Teaches us how dreams stick, and how those apprehensions which we have in our sleep dwell & abide with us when awake. j n1 vvz pno12 c-crq n2 vvb, cc c-crq d n2 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp po12 n1 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno12 c-crq j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5673 Fourthly, I conceive the Lord doth this chiefly that he may shew his divine skill in teaching & instructing man, Fourthly, I conceive the Lord does this chiefly that he may show his divine skill in teaching & instructing man, ord, pns11 vvb dt n1 vdz d av-jn cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 j-jn n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5674 or that he hath a peculiar art in teaching; or that he hath a peculiar art in teaching; cc cst pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp vvg; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5675 he teaches so, as none of the masters of learning were ever able to teach and instruct their Schollars. he Teaches so, as none of the Masters of learning were ever able to teach and instruct their Scholars. pns31 vvz av, c-acp pix pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 vbdr av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5676 There was never any man could teach another when he was asleep; There was never any man could teach Another when he was asleep; pc-acp vbds av-x d n1 vmd vvi n-jn c-crq pns31 vbds j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5677 they that are taught must at lest be awake, yea they must not only be awake but watchfull; they that Are taught must At lest be awake, yea they must not only be awake but watchful; pns32 cst vbr vvn vmb p-acp ds vbi j, uh pns32 vmb xx av-j vbi j p-acp j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5678 but now God is such a teacher, such an instructor, that when we are asleep he can convay instruction and teach us his lessons; but now God is such a teacher, such an instructor, that when we Are asleep he can convey instruction and teach us his Lessons; cc-acp av np1 vbz d dt n1, d dt n1, cst c-crq pns12 vbr j pns31 vmb vvi n1 cc vvb pno12 po31 n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5679 this (I say) doth wonderfully magnifie the divine skill and power of God, who is able to make us heare and understand doctrine even when we are asleep and cannot heare. this (I say) does wonderfully magnify the divine skill and power of God, who is able to make us hear and understand Doctrine even when we Are asleep and cannot hear. d (pns11 vvb) vdz av-j vvi dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi cc vvi n1 av c-crq pns12 vbr j cc vmbx vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5680 There may be also a fifth consideration moving God to this. There may be also a fifth consideration moving God to this. pc-acp vmb vbi av dt ord n1 vvg np1 p-acp d. (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5681 Possibly God would hereby assure us, that the soul is a distinct essence, and hath its distinct operations from the body; Possibly God would hereby assure us, that the soul is a distinct essence, and hath its distinct operations from the body; av-j np1 vmd av vvi pno12, cst dt n1 vbz dt j n1, cc vhz po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5682 and that even death it self cannot deprive the soul of man of its working. For what is sleep but a kind of death? sleep is a short death, and death is along sleepe. and that even death it self cannot deprive the soul of man of its working. For what is sleep but a kind of death? sleep is a short death, and death is along sleep. cc cst av n1 pn31 n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg. p-acp r-crq vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? n1 vbz dt j n1, cc n1 vbz p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5683 Now when the body is (upon the matter) laid aside, the soul can goe to work; Now when the body is (upon the matter) laid aside, the soul can go to work; av c-crq dt n1 vbz (p-acp dt n1) vvd av, dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5684 when the body lyes like a block and stirs not, the soul can bestir it self about many matters, when the body lies like a block and stirs not, the soul can Bestir it self about many matters, c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j dt n1 cc vvz xx, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5685 and run its thoughts to the utmost ends of the earth, yea and raise them up to the highest heavens, in blessed intercourses with God himself. and run its thoughts to the utmost ends of the earth, yea and raise them up to the highest heavens, in blessed intercourses with God himself. cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, uh cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt js n2, p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp np1 px31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5686 There's no need to prove the matter of fact that 'tis so; There's no need to prove the matter of fact that it's so; pc-acp|vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pn31|vbz av; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5687 what night, with reference to some or other, doth not utter this poynt of knowledg? nor need I stay to prove that this is, what night, with Referente to Some or other, does not utter this point of knowledge? nor need I stay to prove that this is, q-crq n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d cc n-jn, vdz xx vvi d n1 pp-f n1? ccx vvb pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi cst d vbz, (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5688 if not a demonstrative, yet a very probable argument of the distinct substantiallity of the soul from the body, if not a demonstrative, yet a very probable argument of the distinct substantiallity of the soul from the body, cs xx dt j, av dt j j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5689 namely its operations when the body (with all its proper and peculiar faculties and powers) is a sleepe, namely its operations when the body (with all its proper and peculiar faculties and Powers) is a sleep, av po31 n2 c-crq dt n1 (p-acp d po31 j cc j n2 cc n2) vbz dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 286
5949 such is the heart of man. such is the heart of man. d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 100
5691 nor any thing substantiall in them distinct from their bodies, though it be granted I say, that these) may have dreames; nor any thing substantial in them distinct from their bodies, though it be granted I say, that these) may have dreams; ccx d n1 j p-acp pno32 j p-acp po32 n2, cs pn31 vbb vvn pns11 vvb, cst d) vmb vhi n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 287
5692 yet their dreams differ as much from those of men, as themselves doe. Secondly Note, The revelation of the mind of God by dreams and visions, was much, yet their dreams differ as much from those of men, as themselves do. Secondly Note, The Revelation of the mind of God by dreams and visions, was much, av po32 n2 vvi p-acp d p-acp d pp-f n2, c-acp px32 vdb. ord n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 cc n2, vbds d, (15) chapter (DIV2) 929 Page 287
5693 yea most used in those ancient times. yea most used in those ancient times. uh av-ds j-vvn p-acp d j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 930 Page 287
5694 When God had not so fully revealed his mind by Scripture or his mind in the Scripture, When God had not so Fully revealed his mind by Scripture or his mind in the Scripture, c-crq np1 vhd xx av av-j vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 930 Page 287
5695 then he spake often in dreams and visions; and hence the old Prophets were called seers. then he spoke often in dreams and visions; and hence the old prophets were called seers. cs pns31 vvd av p-acp n2 cc n2; cc av dt j n2 vbdr vvn n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 930 Page 287
5696 The Apostle reports, God speaking at sundry times, and in divers manners in times past, The Apostle reports, God speaking At sundry times, and in diverse manners in times past, dt n1 vvz, np1 vvg p-acp j n2, cc p-acp j n2 p-acp n2 j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5697 unto the fathers by the Prophets, ( Heb. 1.1.) The Greek text hath two very significant words, the former most properly implying how God gave out his mind in divers measures, unto the Father's by the prophets, (Hebrew 1.1.) The Greek text hath two very significant words, the former most properly implying how God gave out his mind in diverse measures, p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (np1 crd.) dt jp n1 vhz crd j j n2, dt j av-ds av-j vvg c-crq np1 vvd av po31 n1 p-acp j n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5698 or how he parcelled it out, the other implying the severall wayes in which he gave it out. or how he parceled it out, the other implying the several ways in which he gave it out. cc c-crq pns31 vvn pn31 av, dt n-jn vvg dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pn31 av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5699 As the measures were various, sometimes more sometimes lesse of his mind about divine matters and mysteries being dispersed, As the measures were various, sometime more sometime less of his mind about divine matters and Mysteres being dispersed, p-acp dt n2 vbdr j, av dc av av-dc pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2 vbg vvn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5700 so the wayes manners and formes of this dispensation were very various; so the ways manners and forms of this Dispensation were very various; av dt n2 n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 vbdr av j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5701 yet the most usuall way was by dreams and visions ( Numb. 12.6.) If there be a Prophet among you (saith the Lord) I the Lord will make my self known unto him in a vision, yet the most usual Way was by dreams and visions (Numb. 12.6.) If there be a Prophet among you (Says the Lord) I the Lord will make my self known unto him in a vision, av dt av-ds j n1 vbds p-acp n2 cc n2 (j. crd.) cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22 (vvz dt n1) pns11 dt n1 vmb vvi po11 n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5702 and speak to him in a dreame. and speak to him in a dream. cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5703 Yea we find that in the first dayes of the Gospel, dreames and visions were frequent. Yea we find that in the First days of the Gospel, dreams and visions were frequent. uh pns12 vvb cst p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1, n2 cc n2 vbdr j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5704 The Apostle falling into a trance had a vision ( Acts 10.10.) He saw heaven opened and a certain vessell descend, &c. And when Christ would have the Apostle Paul carry the Gospell into Macedonia, a vision appeared to him in the night ( Acts 16.9.) There stood a man of Macedonia, The Apostle falling into a trance had a vision (Acts 10.10.) He saw heaven opened and a certain vessel descend, etc. And when christ would have the Apostle Paul carry the Gospel into Macedonia, a vision appeared to him in the night (Acts 16.9.) There stood a man of Macedonia, dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 vhd dt n1 (n2 crd.) pns31 vvd n1 vvd cc dt j n1 vvi, av cc c-crq np1 vmd vhi dt n1 np1 vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 (n2 crd.) a-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5705 and prayed him, saying, come over to Macedonia and help us. and prayed him, saying, come over to Macedonia and help us. cc vvd pno31, vvg, vvb a-acp p-acp np1 cc vvb pno12. (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5706 The same Apostle saith (2 Cor. 12.1, 2.) I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord, The same Apostle Says (2 Cor. 12.1, 2.) I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord, dt d n1 vvz (crd np1 crd, crd) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5707 whether in the body I cannot tell, or out of the body I cannot tell. whither in the body I cannot tell, or out of the body I cannot tell. cs p-acp dt n1 pns11 vmbx vvi, cc av pp-f dt n1 pns11 vmbx vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5708 Pauls soul was wrapt up in such high and intimate converses with God, that he even forgot how it was with his body, Paul's soul was wrapped up in such high and intimate converses with God, that he even forgotten how it was with his body, npg1 n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp d j cc j vvz p-acp np1, cst pns31 av vvd c-crq pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5709 or had little to doe with it. or had little to do with it. cc vhd av-j pc-acp vdi p-acp pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 287
5725 First, to oppose the wild opinions and practices of those, who had nothing to pretend for them but dreames and visions. First, to oppose the wild opinions and practices of those, who had nothing to pretend for them but dreams and visions. ord, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d, r-crq vhd pix pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 288
5726 Secondly, to advance the honour of the written word in its sufficiency, not only without the help of any humane tradition, Secondly, to advance the honour of the written word in its sufficiency, not only without the help of any humane tradition, ord, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 289
6011 if by reproaches and disgraces, yea if by death, we have cause to blesse God. if by Reproaches and disgraces, yea if by death, we have cause to bless God. cs p-acp n2 cc n2, uh cs p-acp n1, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
5710 Which suites well with that description which the Apostle John gave of himself, when he had the whole mind of God concerning the state of his Church to the end of the world, revealed to him in severall visions, I (saith he Rev. 1.10.) was in the spirit on the Lords day, &c. That's is a famous promise, which was first reported by the Prophet Joel (Chap: 2.28.) and after repeated by the Apostle Peter (Acts 2.17.) I will poure out my Spirit upon all flesh, &c. and your young men shall see visions, Which suits well with that description which the Apostle John gave of himself, when he had the Whole mind of God Concerning the state of his Church to the end of the world, revealed to him in several visions, I (Says he Rev. 1.10.) was in the Spirit on the lords day, etc. That's is a famous promise, which was First reported by the Prophet Joel (Chap: 2.28.) and After repeated by the Apostle Peter (Acts 2.17.) I will pour out my Spirit upon all Flesh, etc. and your young men shall see visions, r-crq n2 av p-acp d n1 r-crq dt n1 np1 vvd pp-f px31, c-crq pns31 vhd dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j n2, pns11 (vvz pns31 n1 crd.) vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, av d|vbz vbz dt j n1, r-crq vbds ord vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 (n1: crd.) cc a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 (n2 crd.) pns11 vmb vvi av po11 n1 p-acp d n1, av cc po22 j n2 vmb vvi n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 288
5711 and your old men shall dream dreams. and your old men shall dream dreams. cc po22 j n2 vmb vvi n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 288
5712 Thus it is every where clear in Scripture, that dreames and visions were frequent both in the Old Testament times, Thus it is every where clear in Scripture, that dreams and visions were frequent both in the Old Testament times, av pn31 vbz d c-crq j p-acp n1, cst n2 cc n2 vbdr j av-d p-acp dt j n1 n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 288
5713 and in the beginning of the New; and in the beginning of the New; cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 931 Page 288
5714 But now in these last dayes (as the Apostle saith Heb. 1.2, 3. passing from those former wayes of Revelation described in the first verse) God having spoken to us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the Worlds, who is [ also ] the brightnesse of his glory, But now in these last days (as the Apostle Says Hebrew 1.2, 3. passing from those former ways of Revelation described in the First verse) God having spoken to us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the World's, who is [ also ] the brightness of his glory, cc-acp av p-acp d ord n2 (c-acp dt n1 vvz np1 crd, crd vvg p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt ord n1) np1 vhg vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp ro-crq av pns31 vvd dt n2, r-crq vbz [ av ] dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 932 Page 288
5715 and the expresse Image of his person: and the express Image of his person: cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 932 Page 288
5716 God I say having spoken to us by his Son, and we having now a clearer manifestation of the mind of God then the old fathers had, the Son who once spake to us in person on earth, still speaking to us in the Gospell every day; God I say having spoken to us by his Son, and we having now a clearer manifestation of the mind of God then the old Father's had, the Son who once spoke to us in person on earth, still speaking to us in the Gospel every day; np1 pns11 vvb vhg vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, cc pns12 vhg av dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av dt j n2 vhd, dt n1 r-crq a-acp vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, av vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 932 Page 288
5717 therefore now for any to look after dreams and visions, or visible apparitions for the revealing of the mind of God, is to goe backward to the old state of the Jewish Church, Therefore now for any to look After dreams and visions, or visible apparitions for the revealing of the mind of God, is to go backward to the old state of the Jewish Church, av av p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, cc j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt jp n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 932 Page 288
5718 or to the infancy of the Gospell Church, while the Canon or Rule of the Scripture as to all matters of faith and holy life was not fully finished and compleated. or to the infancy of the Gospel Church, while the Canon or Rule of the Scripture as to all matters of faith and holy life was not Fully finished and completed. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1 vbds xx av-j vvn cc vvd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 932 Page 288
5719 And though we ought to be farre from limiting God, yet he hath limited us from looking after any wisdome in the knowledge of his will above that which is written (1 Cor. 4.6.) The Apostle also testifying by the Spirit of God, that the Scripture is sufficient to make every man wise to salvation and the man of God perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works (that good work especially of helping others to salvation) 1 Tim. 3.15.17. And though we ought to be Far from limiting God, yet he hath limited us from looking After any Wisdom in the knowledge of his will above that which is written (1 Cor. 4.6.) The Apostle also testifying by the Spirit of God, that the Scripture is sufficient to make every man wise to salvation and the man of God perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works (that good work especially of helping Others to salvation) 1 Tim. 3.15.17. cc cs pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp vvg np1, av pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn (vvd np1 crd.) dt n1 av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 vbz j p-acp vvb d n1 j p-acp n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 j, av-j vvn p-acp d j n2 (cst j n1 av-j pp-f j-vvg n2-jn p-acp n1) crd np1 crd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 932 Page 288
5720 Luther observing how many were deluded in his time by dreames and visions, which they falsely attributed to God, Luther observing how many were deluded in his time by dreams and visions, which they falsely attributed to God, np1 vvg c-crq d vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, r-crq pns32 av-j vvd p-acp np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 288
5721 as the immediate Author of them; earnestly prayed about two things: as the immediate Author of them; earnestly prayed about two things: c-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32; av-j vvd p-acp crd n2: (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 288
5722 First, that God would give him a sound understanding of his mind revealed in the Scriptures. Secondly; First, that God would give him a found understanding of his mind revealed in the Scriptures. Secondly; ord, cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n2. ord; (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 288
5723 that he would nor send him dreames or visions, yea, saith he, I even contracted with God that he would not. that he would nor send him dreams or visions, yea, Says he, I even contracted with God that he would not. d pns31 vmd ccx vvi pno31 n2 cc n2, uh, vvz pns31, pns11 av vvn p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmd xx. (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 288
5724 And doubtlesse he did this upon a double ground. And doubtless he did this upon a double ground. cc av-j pns31 vdd d p-acp dt j-jn n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 288
5727 but without any further divine revelation. And therefore though God should please to speak to us now by dreames and visions, but without any further divine Revelation. And Therefore though God should please to speak to us now by dreams and visions, cc-acp p-acp d jc vvb n1. cc av cs np1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 av p-acp n2 cc n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 289
5728 yet that were only (as the Apostle speaks about his adding of an oath to his promise ( Heb. 6.17.) to shew that he is (ex abundanti) more abundantly willing to satisfie our weaknesse by such a condiscention, yet that were only (as the Apostle speaks about his adding of an oath to his promise (Hebrew 6.17.) to show that he is (ex abundanti) more abundantly willing to satisfy our weakness by such a condescension, av cst vbdr av-j (c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 (np1 crd.) pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz (fw-la fw-la) av-dc av-j j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 289
5729 then that there is a necessity of it, with respect to any deficiency of the Scriptures fullnesse. then that there is a necessity of it, with respect to any deficiency of the Scriptures fullness. av cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 289
5730 And hence it is, that if men shall professe they have received any thing from God by dreams or visions, concerning what is either to be beleeved or done, the matter of those dreams must be examined and weighed at the ballance of the Scriptures, And hence it is, that if men shall profess they have received any thing from God by dreams or visions, Concerning what is either to be believed or done, the matter of those dreams must be examined and weighed At the balance of the Scriptures, cc av pn31 vbz, cst cs n2 vmb vvi pns32 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n2 cc n2, vvg r-crq vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn cc vdn, dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 289
5731 and is no further to be credited then as 'tis found agreeable thereunto. and is no further to be credited then as it's found agreeable thereunto. cc vbz av-dx av-jc pc-acp vbi vvn av c-acp pn31|vbz vvn j av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 933 Page 289
5732 It cannot be denyed but that men may make profitable use of their dreames at this day; It cannot be denied but that men may make profitable use of their dreams At this day; pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n2 vmb vvi j n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 934 Page 289
5733 they may see much of themselves when their eyes are shut up by sleepe. they may see much of themselves when their eyes Are shut up by sleep. pns32 vmb vvi d pp-f px32 c-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 934 Page 289
5734 Evill men may see their lusts at worke in the night, and find out what lust is most working and wakefull in them. Evil men may see their Lustiest At work in the night, and find out what lust is most working and wakeful in them. n-jn n2 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi av q-crq n1 vbz av-ds j-vvg cc j p-acp pno32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 934 Page 289
5735 What is said in History of the ancient Persian Kings, that they were seldome seen in the day, What is said in History of the ancient Persian Kings, that they were seldom seen in the day, q-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt j jp n2, cst pns32 vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 934 Page 289
5736 but came to view in the night, is true of a mans speciall sin, or of that sin which reignes and Kings it in him. but Come to view in the night, is true of a men special since, or of that since which reigns and Kings it in him. cc-acp vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz j pp-f dt ng1 j n1, cc pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz cc n2 pn31 p-acp pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 934 Page 289
5737 What ugly apparitions of lust hath many a man in his nightly dreams, especially of those filthy lusts which are most proper to the night? Thus also good men have sometimes a clearer sight of their graces in the night by dreames, What ugly apparitions of lust hath many a man in his nightly dreams, especially of those filthy Lustiest which Are most proper to the night? Thus also good men have sometime a clearer sighed of their graces in the night by dreams, q-crq j n2 pp-f n1 vhz d dt n1 p-acp po31 j n2, av-j pp-f d j n2 r-crq vbr av-ds j p-acp dt n1? av av j n2 vhb av dt jc n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 934 Page 289
5738 then in the duties of the day. then in the duties of the day. av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 934 Page 289
5739 What holy frames of heart? what lively actings of grace? what sweet and ravishing communion with God have many godly men found and felt in dreames? That may at lest, be somewhat of Davids meaning, What holy frames of heart? what lively actings of grace? what sweet and ravishing communion with God have many godly men found and felt in dreams? That may At lest, be somewhat of Davids meaning, q-crq j n2 pp-f n1? q-crq j n2 pp-f n1? q-crq j cc j-vvg n1 p-acp np1 vhb d j n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp n2? cst vmb p-acp ds, vbb av pp-f npg1 vvg, (15) chapter (DIV2) 934 Page 289
5740 when he said ( Psal. 16.17.) My reines also instruct me in the night season. when he said (Psalm 16.17.) My reins also instruct me in the night season. c-crq pns31 vvd (np1 crd.) po11 n2 av vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 934 Page 289
5741 Lastly, Though we cannot make any certaine conclusions, either what we are, or what we are to doe from dreames; Lastly, Though we cannot make any certain conclusions, either what we Are, or what we Are to do from dreams; ord, cs pns12 vmbx vvi d j n2, av-d r-crq pns12 vbr, cc r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi p-acp n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 935 Page 289
5742 yet from them they who are wise and watchfull may sometimes gather strong conjectures about both or either. yet from them they who Are wise and watchful may sometime gather strong Conjectures about both or either. av p-acp pno32 pns32 r-crq vbr j cc j vmb av vvi j n2 p-acp d cc d. (15) chapter (DIV2) 935 Page 289
5743 To make dreames the rule or warrant of what we doe is extreamly dangerous, yet that we may have hints what to do in a dreame, I nothing doubt, To make dreams the Rule or warrant of what we do is extremely dangerous, yet that we may have hints what to do in a dream, I nothing doubt, p-acp vvi n2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vdb vbz av-jn j, av cst pns12 vmb vhi n2 r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1, pns11 pix vvb, (15) chapter (DIV2) 935 Page 289
5744 nor can there be any danger in it, while the matter hinted is consonant to the rule of the word, both as that which is lawfull to be done, nor can there be any danger in it, while the matter hinted is consonant to the Rule of the word, both as that which is lawful to be done, ccx vmb pc-acp vbi d n1 p-acp pn31, cs dt n1 vvn vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d c-acp d r-crq vbz j pc-acp vbi vdn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 935 Page 289
5745 and lawfull for us (all circumstances considered) to doe. and lawful for us (all Circumstances considered) to do. cc j p-acp pno12 (d n2 vvn) pc-acp vdi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 935 Page 289
5746 Otherwise, whatsoever we may think our selves warned or warranted to doe by dreames, is but a mock or trick put upon us by the Devill, Otherwise, whatsoever we may think our selves warned or warranted to do by dreams, is but a mock or trick put upon us by the devil, av, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 vvn cc vvd pc-acp vdi p-acp n2, vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 935 Page 290
5747 or a deceit of our own foolish selfish hearts. or a deceit of our own foolish selfish hearts. cc dt n1 pp-f po12 d j n1 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 935 Page 290
5748 Thus we have seene the first way of Gods speaking to men of old, by dreames and visions of the night; Thus we have seen the First Way of God's speaking to men of old, by dreams and visions of the night; av pns12 vhb vvn dt ord n1 pp-f ng1 vvg p-acp n2 pp-f j, p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 936 Page 290
5749 what work God is pleased to make with and in man by such speakings, will appeare distinctly in the three following verses. what work God is pleased to make with and in man by such speakings, will appear distinctly in the three following Verses. r-crq n1 np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n2-jn, vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt crd j-vvg n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 936 Page 290
5750 Vers. 16. Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth there instruction. Vers. 16. Then he Openeth the ears of men, and Sealeth there instruction. np1 crd av pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvz a-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 936 Page 290
5751 In this verse Elihu gives us the first of those gracious designes or purposes of God in sending dreams or visions of the night; In this verse Elihu gives us the First of those gracious designs or Purposes of God in sending dreams or visions of the night; p-acp d n1 np1 vvz pno12 dt ord pp-f d j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 937 Page 290
5752 then he openeth the ears of men. then he Openeth the ears of men. cs pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 937 Page 290
5753 There is a twofold eare of man, first, externall, that organ of hearing placed in the head. There is a twofold ear of man, First, external, that organ of hearing placed in the head. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, ord, j, cst n1 pp-f vvg vvn p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 937 Page 290
5754 Secondly, internall, that power of hearing seated in the heart. God can uncover or open both. Secondly, internal, that power of hearing seated in the heart. God can uncover or open both. ord, j, cst n1 pp-f vvg vvn p-acp dt n1. np1 vmb vvi cc vvi d. (15) chapter (DIV2) 937 Page 290
5755 There are but few who have their outward eare stopt, we rarely meet with a deaf man. There Are but few who have their outward ear stopped, we rarely meet with a deaf man. pc-acp vbr p-acp d r-crq vhb po32 j n1 vvn, pns12 av-j vvb p-acp dt j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 937 Page 290
5756 But we every where meete with and speak to those who are internally deafe. The Lord openeth this inward eare, and he only is able to doe it. But we every where meet with and speak to those who Are internally deaf. The Lord Openeth this inward ear, and he only is able to do it. cc-acp pns12 d c-crq vvi p-acp cc vvi p-acp d r-crq vbr av-j j. dt n1 vvz d j n1, cc pns31 av-j vbz j pc-acp vdi pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 937 Page 290
5757 God opened the heart (or internall eare) of Lydia to attend to the things which were spoken of Paul (Acts 16.14. ) The Septuagint render this place of Job expressely so. God opened the heart (or internal ear) of Lydia to attend to the things which were spoken of Paul (Acts 16.14.) The septuagint render this place of Job expressly so. np1 vvd dt n1 (cc j n1) pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbdr vvn pp-f np1 (n2 crd.) dt n1 vvb d n1 pp-f np1 av-j av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 937 Page 290
5758 Then he openeth the mind of men. Their translation comes close to the sence, though not to the letter of the Originall. Then he Openeth the mind of men. Their Translation comes close to the sense, though not to the Letter of the Original. av pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2. po32 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 937 Page 290
5759 Further, the Hebrew is (as we put in the Margin) He revealeth or uncovereth the eares of men. Further, the Hebrew is (as we put in the Margin) He Revealeth or uncovereth the ears of men. jc, dt njp vbz (c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1) pns31 vvz cc vvz dt n2 pp-f n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 938 Page 290
5760 This revealing or uncovering of the eare, say some, noteth only private speaking, and is a similitude taken from a common custome among men; This revealing or uncovering of the ear, say Some, notes only private speaking, and is a similitude taken from a Common custom among men; d vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, vvb d, vvz av-j j n-vvg, cc vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 938 Page 290
5761 who when they would convey their mind secretly to a friend that stands by, put their head near to his eare, who when they would convey their mind secretly to a friend that Stands by, put their head near to his ear, r-crq c-crq pns32 vmd vvi po32 n1 av-jn p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp, vvd po32 n1 av-j p-acp po31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 938 Page 290
5762 and take up the brim of his hat, or put by his haire (if long) that they may whisper in his eare. and take up the brim of his hat, or put by his hair (if long) that they may whisper in his ear. cc vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1 (cs av-j) cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 938 Page 290
5763 Thus in a dreame God whispers and speaks silently unto men. Thus in a dream God whispers and speaks silently unto men. av p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz cc vvz av-j p-acp n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 938 Page 290
5764 This seems to have a sutablenesse with that ( Chap. 4.12, 13.) where Eliphaz spake of a thing brought secretly to him, or that was whispered or stoln into him. This seems to have a suitableness with that (Chap. 4.12, 13.) where Eliphaz spoke of a thing brought secretly to him, or that was whispered or stolen into him. np1 vvz pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp d (np1 crd, crd) r-crq np1 vvd pp-f dt n1 vvd av-jn p-acp pno31, cc d vbds vvn cc j-vvn p-acp pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 938 Page 290
5765 But I conceive there is more in this place then the intendment of a secret and private conveyance of the mind of God unto man in a vision or dreame. But I conceive there is more in this place then the intendment of a secret and private conveyance of the mind of God unto man in a vision or dream. p-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz av-dc p-acp d n1 av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 938 Page 290
5787 and will not hear the voyce of the charmer, charme he never so wisely. and will not hear the voice of the charmer, charm he never so wisely. cc vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pns31 av-x av av-j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5766 And therefore this opening of the eare imports the removing or taking away of that (whatsoever it is) which hinders the effectuall hearing or obeying of those messages which God sends to men. And Therefore this opening of the ear imports the removing or taking away of that (whatsoever it is) which hinders the effectual hearing or obeying of those messages which God sends to men. cc av d n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n-vvg cc vvg av pp-f d (r-crq pn31 vbz) r-crq vvz dt j n-vvg cc vvg pp-f d n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 939 Page 291
5767 When God spake in a dream, he did more then speak, he open'd the ear, yea, he gave an eare to hear: When God spoke in a dream, he did more then speak, he opened the ear, yea, he gave an ear to hear: c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdd av-dc cs vvb, pns31 vvd dt n1, uh, pns31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (15) chapter (DIV2) 939 Page 291
5768 This powerfull work of God upon the heart is elegantly expressed by opening the eare, This powerful work of God upon the heart is elegantly expressed by opening the ear, d j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp vvg dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 939 Page 291
5769 because when the ears are stopt, we cannot hear, till that which stops them is pluckt out or taken away; Because when the ears Are stopped, we cannot hear, till that which stops them is plucked out or taken away; c-acp c-crq dt n2 vbr vvn, pns12 vmbx vvi, c-acp d r-crq vvz pno32 vbz vvn av cc vvn av; (15) chapter (DIV2) 939 Page 291
5770 so that here we have speaking with effect, or the cleare and penetrating power of the Spirit of God sweetly and prevailingly insinuating his mind to man. so that Here we have speaking with Effect, or the clear and penetrating power of the Spirit of God sweetly and prevailingly insinuating his mind to man. av cst av pns12 vhb vvg p-acp n1, cc dt j cc vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j cc av-vvg vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 939 Page 291
5771 God speaks so as he will be heard. Hence Observe. First, The eare of man is naturally stopt against the teachings of God. God speaks so as he will be herd. Hence Observe. First, The ear of man is naturally stopped against the teachings of God. np1 vvz av c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn. av vvb. ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 939 Page 291
5772 There are many things which stop the eares of man, or man hath many eare stoppers. There Are many things which stop the ears of man, or man hath many ear stoppers. pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 vhz d n1 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5773 I will name seven, all which God removes and takes away when he effectually reveals his mind to man. I will name seven, all which God removes and Takes away when he effectually reveals his mind to man. pns11 vmb vvi crd, d r-crq np1 vvz cc vvz av c-crq pns31 av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5774 First, the eare of man is stopt with ignorance, that's a thick vaile or covering upon the eare, First, the ear of man is stopped with ignorance, that's a thick veil or covering upon the ear, ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, d|vbz dt j n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5775 and keeps out the mind of God till it be removed. And, Secondly, Unbelief is another ear-stopper; and keeps out the mind of God till it be removed. And, Secondly, Unbelief is Another ear-stopper; cc vvz av dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pn31 vbb vvn. np1, ord, n1 vbz j-jn n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5776 till the Lord removeth that we cannot hear. till the Lord Removeth that we cannot hear. c-acp dt n1 vvz cst pns12 vmbx vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5777 Thirdly, Impenitency or hardnesse of heart stops the eare, there are a number of Scriptures I might give for each of these. Thirdly, Impenitency or hardness of heart stops the ear, there Are a number of Scriptures I might give for each of these. ord, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1, pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d pp-f d. (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5778 Fourthly, the love of any particular sin is an eare-shutter or an eare-stopper, and the Lord removes that, when he opens the eare. Fourthly, the love of any particular since is an eare-shutter or an eare-stopper, and the Lord removes that, when he Opens the ear. ord, dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vbz dt j cc dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz d, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5779 Fifthly, Prejudices stop the eare, prejudices somtimes against the person speaking, somtime against the word spoken. Fifthly, Prejudices stop the ear, prejudices sometimes against the person speaking, sometime against the word spoken. ord, n2 vvb dt n1, n2 av p-acp dt n1 vvg, av p-acp dt n1 vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5780 That man will never hear a word to purpose, who hath a prejudice against the person, That man will never hear a word to purpose, who hath a prejudice against the person, cst n1 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5781 or a prejudice against the word, either a prejudice against the man, or against the matter. or a prejudice against the word, either a prejudice against the man, or against the matter. cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5782 Sixthly, Pride stops the eare too, the proud man will not hearken, therefore God humhles and brings down the spirit that the word may be heard. Seventhly, Sixthly, Pride stops the ear too, the proud man will not harken, Therefore God humhles and brings down the Spirit that the word may be herd. Seventhly, j, n1 vvz dt n1 av, dt j n1 vmb xx vvi, av np1 j cc vvz a-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn. crd, (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5783 and lastly, the World is a great ear-stopper, that locks up the eare against the word; and lastly, the World is a great ear-stopper, that locks up the ear against the word; cc ord, dt n1 vbz dt j n1, cst vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5784 the world in the profits of it, and the world in the pleasures of it, the world in the profits of it, and the world in the pleasures of it, dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5785 and the world in the cares of it, and the world in the fears of it, the world by or in every one of these stops the eare, and the world in the Cares of it, and the world in the fears of it, the world by or in every one of these stops the ear, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, dt n1 p-acp cc p-acp d crd pp-f d vvz dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5786 and by these the ears of all men naturally are stopped, so that they are as it is said ( Psal. 58.4.) like the deafe adder, that stops her eare, and by these the ears of all men naturally Are stopped, so that they Are as it is said (Psalm 58.4.) like the deaf adder, that stops her ear, cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n2 av-j vbr vvn, av cst pns32 vbr p-acp pn31 vbz vvd (np1 crd.) av-j dt j n1, cst vvz po31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 291
5788 Till all these stoppers are removed, and the eare opened, there is no receiving of the word. Secondly Observe. Till all these stoppers Are removed, and the ear opened, there is no receiving of the word. Secondly Observe. p-acp d d n2 vbr vvn, cc dt n1 vvd, pc-acp vbz dx n-vvg pp-f dt n1. ord vvb. (15) chapter (DIV2) 941 Page 292
5789 God is able to open and unlock the eare of man. God is able to open and unlock the ear of man. np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 942 Page 292
5790 Though it hath never so many stopples in it, he can pull them out, never so many locks upon it, Though it hath never so many stopples in it, he can pull them out, never so many locks upon it, cs pn31 vhz av av d vvz p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av, av-x av d n2 p-acp pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5791 though all the seven spoken of, and seven more obstruct the ear, yet he can open them all, though all the seven spoken of, and seven more obstruct the ear, yet he can open them all, cs d dt crd vvn pp-f, cc crd n1 vvi dt n1, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 d, (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5792 and make a free and uncontroulable passage for his word into the remotest and closest chambers of the soul. and make a free and uncontrollable passage for his word into the Remotest and closest chambers of the soul. cc vvi dt j cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt js cc js n2 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5793 God can speak loud enough, not only to make the deafe, but the dead hear his voyce. God can speak loud enough, not only to make the deaf, but the dead hear his voice. np1 vmb vvi av-j av-d, xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt j, cc-acp dt j vvi po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5794 Verily; verily I say unto you (saith Christ, Joh. 5.25.) the hour is coming, and now is, Verily; verily I say unto you (Says christ, John 5.25.) the hour is coming, and now is, av-j; av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) dt n1 vbz vvg, cc av vbz, (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5795 when the dead shall hear the voyce of the Son of God: and they that hear shall live. when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God: and they that hear shall live. c-crq dt j vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: cc pns32 cst vvb vmb vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5796 By the dead he means not those who are corporally, but spiritually dead, that is, dead in sins and trespasses, By the dead he means not those who Are corporally, but spiritually dead, that is, dead in Sins and Trespasses, p-acp dt j pns31 vvz xx d r-crq vbr av-j, cc-acp av-j j, cst vbz, j p-acp n2 cc n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5797 and in danger of eternall death for their sins and trespasses, even these heard the voyce of the Son of God then speaking personally, and in danger of Eternal death for their Sins and Trespasses, even these herd the voice of the Son of God then speaking personally, cc p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, av d vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvg av-j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5798 and heard it afterwards ministerially, in the dispensation of the Gospell, and that voyce revived them, not only by giving them the comfort of that naturall life which they had before, and herd it afterwards ministerially, in the Dispensation of the Gospel, and that voice revived them, not only by giving them the Comfort of that natural life which they had before, cc vvd pn31 av av-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d n1 vvd pno32, xx av-j p-acp vvg pno32 dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq pns32 vhd a-acp, (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5799 but by bringing in a new spirituall life which before they had not. but by bringing in a new spiritual life which before they had not. cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp dt j j n1 r-crq a-acp pns32 vhd xx. (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5800 Then the internall eare is opened to purpose when those internall or mystically darke graves of sin are opened, Then the internal ear is opened to purpose when those internal or mystically dark graves of since Are opened, av dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 c-crq d j cc av-j j n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5801 and the soul comes forth into the light of life. Yet more distinctly. and the soul comes forth into the Light of life. Yet more distinctly. cc dt n1 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av av-dc av-j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 943 Page 292
5802 God may be said to uncover or open the eares of men, when he doth these four things. God may be said to uncover or open the ears of men, when he does these four things. np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, c-crq pns31 vdz d crd n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 944 Page 292
5803 First, When he makes us not only to heare but to attend, not only to heare but to hearken; First, When he makes us not only to hear but to attend, not only to hear but to harken; ord, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 xx j pc-acp vvi cc-acp pc-acp vvi, xx av-j pc-acp vvi cc-acp pc-acp vvi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 945 Page 292
5804 or not only to heare but to give eare. or not only to hear but to give ear. cc xx av-j pc-acp vvi cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 945 Page 292
5805 Many give the word of God the hearing, but they doe not give eare to the word of God. Many give the word of God the hearing, but they do not give ear to the word of God. d vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n-vvg, cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 945 Page 292
5806 Secondly, God opens the ear when he makes us not only attend, but understand, or when he takes the vaile off from our minds. Secondly, God Opens the ear when he makes us not only attend, but understand, or when he Takes the veil off from our minds. ord, np1 vvz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 xx j vvb, cc-acp vvb, cc c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 a-acp p-acp po12 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 946 Page 292
5807 The Apostle saith of the Jewes (2 Cor: 3.14.) The vaile remaineth upon them untaken away to this day in the reading of the old Testament (and it doth so still) so that as they could not, The Apostle Says of the Jews (2 Cor: 3.14.) The veil remains upon them untaken away to this day in the reading of the old Testament (and it does so still) so that as they could not, dt n1 vvz pp-f dt np2 (crd fw-la: crd.) dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32 vvn av p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 (cc pn31 vdz av av) av d c-acp pns32 vmd xx, (15) chapter (DIV2) 946 Page 292
5808 so yet they cannot, Looke to the end of that which is abolished; so yet they cannot, Look to the end of that which is abolished; av av pns32 vmbx, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 946 Page 292
5809 that is, to Christ, who was the end or scope at which the whole Ceremoniall Law (now abolished) did then ayme. that is, to christ, who was the end or scope At which the Whole Ceremonial Law (now abolished) did then aim. cst vbz, p-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq dt j-jn j n1 (av vvn) vdd av vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 946 Page 292
5828 nor understand, nor obey the word spoken to thee. nor understand, nor obey the word spoken to thee. ccx vvi, ccx vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp pno21. (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5810 When once the e•re is divinely opened, then the vaile of ignorance and spirituall blindnesse is taken off from the mind, both as to that greatest truth, and all other necessary truths. When once the e•re is divinely opened, then the veil of ignorance and spiritual blindness is taken off from the mind, both as to that greatest truth, and all other necessary truths. c-crq a-acp dt n1 vbz av-jn vvn, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, d c-acp p-acp cst js n1, cc d j-jn j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 946 Page 293
5811 The opened eare is an understanding eare. The opened ear is an understanding ear. dt j-vvn n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 946 Page 293
5812 Thirdly, God openeth the eare when he causeth us to believe what we perceive and understand. Thirdly, God Openeth the ear when he Causes us to believe what we perceive and understand. ord, np1 vvz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 947 Page 293
5813 As faith sets the whole soule aworke for God, so faith is the great worke of God upon the soule. As faith sets the Whole soul awork for God, so faith is the great work of God upon the soul. p-acp n1 vvz dt j-jn n1 av p-acp np1, av n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 947 Page 293
5814 When the eare is opened, truth is not only knowne, but savingly believed. Fourthly, This opening of the eare maketh the soule obedient; When the ear is opened, truth is not only known, but savingly believed. Fourthly, This opening of the ear makes the soul obedient; c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, n1 vbz xx av-j vvn, cc-acp av-vvg vvn. ord, d vvg pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 947 Page 293
5815 Jesus Christ in that great prophecy of him ( Psal: 40.6.) to shew his ready obedience to his fathers command, saith, Mine eare hast thou opened (or digged) The eare of Christ was never shut in the least, either through ignorance or unbeliefe; jesus christ in that great prophecy of him (Psalm: 40.6.) to show his ready Obedience to his Father's command, Says, Mine ear hast thou opened (or dug) The ear of christ was never shut in the least, either through ignorance or unbelief; np1 np1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f pno31 (np1: crd.) pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, vvz, po11 n1 vh2 pns21 vvn (cc vvn) dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av-x vvn p-acp dt ds, d p-acp n1 cc n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5816 but he is sayd to have his eare opened, only to shew his constant preparedness and readiness for obedience. but he is said to have his ear opened, only to show his constant preparedness and readiness for Obedience. cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvd, av-j pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5817 He came into the world with an open eare to all the will of God; He Come into the world with an open ear to all the will of God; pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5818 and therefore it followeth in the 7th and 8th verses of that Psalme, Then said I, loe I come, in the volume of thy booke it is written of me, I delight to doe thy will, O my God, and Therefore it follows in the 7th and 8th Verses of that Psalm, Then said I, lo I come, in the volume of thy book it is written of me, I delight to do thy will, Oh my God, cc av pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord cc ord n2 pp-f d n1, av vvd pns11, uh pns11 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 pn31 vbz vvn pp-f pno11, pns11 vvb pc-acp vdi po21 n1, uh po11 np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5819 yea thy law is within my heart. yea thy law is within my heart. uh po21 n1 vbz p-acp po11 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5820 Christ is brought in by another Prophet speaking to the same poynt with some little variety, christ is brought in by Another Prophet speaking to the same point with Some little variety, np1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp j-jn n1 vvg p-acp dt d n1 p-acp d j n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5821 but with very great significancy of expression ( Isa: 50.4, 5.) He wakeneth morning by morning, he wakeneth mine eare to heare as the learned; but with very great significancy of expression (Isaiah: 50.4, 5.) He wakeneth morning by morning, he wakeneth mine ear to hear as the learned; cc-acp p-acp av j n1 pp-f n1 (np1: crd, crd) pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz po11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5822 we usually say, Sleep is in the eye, yet this prophecy intimates a sleep in the eare, thou hast wakened mine eare. we usually say, Sleep is in the eye, yet this prophecy intimates a sleep in the ear, thou hast wakened mine ear. pns12 av-j vvb, n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, av d n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5823 What we are to understand by this wakened eare, is cleare in the next words of the same prophecy, The Lord hath opened mine eare, that's the word of Eliphaz, and the consequence of opening the eare, set downe in the Prophet, is the same now given in this poynt, The Lord hath opened mine eare, and I was not rebellious. What we Are to understand by this wakened ear, is clear in the next words of the same prophecy, The Lord hath opened mine ear, that's the word of Eliphaz, and the consequence of opening the ear, Set down in the Prophet, is the same now given in this point, The Lord hath opened mine ear, and I was not rebellious. q-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-vvn n1, vbz j p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt d n1, dt n1 vhz vvn po11 n1, d|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, vbz dt d av vvn p-acp d n1, dt n1 vhz vvn po11 n1, cc pns11 vbds xx j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5824 He doth not say, The Lord opened mine eare, and I heard, but, I was not rebellious; that is, I gave up my selfe to obey the word or command, which I heard. He does not say, The Lord opened mine ear, and I herd, but, I was not rebellious; that is, I gave up my self to obey the word or command, which I herd. pns31 vdz xx vvi, dt n1 vvd po11 n1, cc pns11 vvd, cc-acp, pns11 vbds xx j; cst vbz, pns11 vvd a-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1, r-crq pns11 vvd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5825 The same Prophet ( Isa: 48.8.) describing the rebellion of the Jewes, puts this as the reason of it, Yea thou heardest not, (that is, thou didst not attend) yea thou knewest not, that is, thou didst not understand, The same Prophet (Isaiah: 48.8.) describing the rebellion of the Jews, puts this as the reason of it, Yea thou heardest not, (that is, thou didst not attend) yea thou Knewest not, that is, thou didst not understand, dt d n1 (np1: crd.) vvg dt n1 pp-f dt np2, vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, uh pns21 vvd2 xx, (cst vbz, pns21 vdd2 xx vvi) uh pns21 vvd2 xx, cst vbz, pns21 vdd2 xx vvi, (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5826 yea thine eare was not opened; yea thine ear was not opened; uh po21 n1 vbds xx vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5827 as if he had sayd, thine unopened eare was the cause why thou diddest neither attend, as if he had said, thine unopened ear was the cause why thou didst neither attend, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, po21 vvn n1 vbds dt n1 c-crq pns21 vdd2 d vvi, (15) chapter (DIV2) 948 Page 293
5832 First, to distinguish one thing from another; Secondly, to keep things safe and secret; Thirdly, sealing is to confirme and ratifie; First, to distinguish one thing from Another; Secondly, to keep things safe and secret; Thirdly, sealing is to confirm and ratify; ord, pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn; ord, pc-acp vvi n2 j cc j-jn; ord, vvg vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 950 Page 294
5833 A Bond, Deed, or Evidence in writing, till it hath a Seale, is but a scrip of paper of no force, A Bound, Deed, or Evidence in writing, till it hath a Seal, is but a scrip of paper of no force, dt n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp vvg, c-acp pn31 vhz dt n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dx n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 950 Page 294
5834 but when once the Seale is put to it, then it is confirmed, then there is strength and force in it. but when once the Seal is put to it, then it is confirmed, then there is strength and force in it. cc-acp c-crq c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, cs pn31 vbz vvn, cs pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 950 Page 294
5835 A seale fortifies the writing, or maketh it authentick. He sealeth their Instruction. A seal fortifies the writing, or makes it authentic. He Sealeth their Instruction. dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc vv2 pn31 j. pns31 vvz po32 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 950 Page 294
5836 The word here used signifies both correction and Instruction, and so it is rendred by some here, He openeth their eares, or sealeth their chastisement. The word Here used signifies both correction and Instruction, and so it is rendered by Some Here, He Openeth their ears, or Sealeth their chastisement. dt n1 av vvn vvz d n1 cc n1, cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d av, pns31 vvz po32 n2, cc vvz po32 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5837 Mr Broughton takes that sense, And imprinteth why they are chastised; Mr Broughton Takes that sense, And imprinteth why they Are chastised; n1 np1 vvz d n1, cc vvz c-crq pns32 vbr vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5838 that is, (as himselfe expounds it) when he hath chastised them, he sealeth up the decree of their judgement; that is, (as himself expounds it) when he hath chastised them, he Sealeth up the Decree of their judgement; cst vbz, (p-acp px31 vvz pn31) c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32, pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5839 or as another, He proposeth it unto them as firme and concluded, if they doe not repent and imprinteth in their mind the certainty of it, or as Another, He Proposeth it unto them as firm and concluded, if they do not Repent and imprinteth in their mind the certainty of it, cc c-acp j-jn, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32 p-acp j cc vvn, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi cc vvz p-acp po32 n1 dt n1 pp-f pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5840 as also the true cause of it. as also the true cause of it. c-acp av dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5841 We render fully to the sense of the word and scope of the text, He sealeth their instruction; that is, upon the opening of the eare there is a sealing or a setting home the word which is received. We render Fully to the sense of the word and scope of the text, He Sealeth their instruction; that is, upon the opening of the ear there is a sealing or a setting home the word which is received. pns12 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz po32 n1; cst vbz, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbz dt vvg cc dt vvg av-an dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5842 When the eare is opened to receive, God will make men hold what they have received. When the ear is opened to receive, God will make men hold what they have received. c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, np1 vmb vvi n2 vvi r-crq pns32 vhb vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5843 The sealing of instruction, signifies the efficacy, energy, or effectuall working of God with the word, he ratifies and confirmes it to the soule, he maketh his word as sure to them as a sealed Bond, both with respect to the duty commanded, and the mercy promised. The sealing of instruction, signifies the efficacy, energy, or effectual working of God with the word, he Ratifies and confirms it to the soul, he makes his word as sure to them as a sealed Bound, both with respect to the duty commanded, and the mercy promised. dt vvg pp-f n1, vvz dt n1, zz, cc j n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 c-acp j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vvd, cc dt n1 vvd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5844 And, indeed, we have as much need to have Instruction sealed, as to have the eare opened; And, indeed, we have as much need to have Instruction sealed, as to have the ear opened; np1, av, pns12 vhb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vhi n1 vvn, c-acp pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvd; (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5845 for 'tis possible the eare may be opened, we may heare and understand, and in some sense believe, for it's possible the ear may be opened, we may hear and understand, and in Some sense believe, p-acp pn31|vbz j dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc p-acp d n1 vvi, (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5846 yea obey, and yet not have the instruction sealed. yea obey, and yet not have the instruction sealed. uh vvb, cc av xx vhi dt n1 vvd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5847 The instruction is then sealed, when we keepe what is received, as the eare is opened when we receive what is offered. The instruction is then sealed, when we keep what is received, as the ear is opened when we receive what is offered. dt n1 vbz av vvn, c-crq pns12 vvb r-crq vbz vvn, c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn c-crq pns12 vvb r-crq vbz vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 294
5848 Unlesse the instruction be sealed, we heare and obey only for the present, not for the time to come, that is, we doe not retaine and hide the word received for use and practise. Unless the instruction be sealed, we hear and obey only for the present, not for the time to come, that is, we do not retain and hide the word received for use and practise. cs dt n1 vbb vvn, pns12 vvb cc vvi av-j p-acp dt j, xx p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst vbz, pns12 vdb xx vvi cc vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 951 Page 295
5849 Now, whether we take this sealing in reference either to correction or instruction, it yeelds us matter of profitable meditation. Now, whither we take this sealing in Referente either to correction or instruction, it yields us matter of profitable meditation. av, cs pns12 vvb d vvg p-acp n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, pn31 vvz pno12 n1 pp-f j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 952 Page 295
5850 First, As it referrs to correction. Note. God assureth sinfull man that he shall smart for it, unlesse he hearken and obey. First, As it refers to correction. Note. God assureth sinful man that he shall smart for it, unless he harken and obey. ord, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1. n1. np1 vvz j n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cs pns31 vvb cc vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 952 Page 295
5851 It is as sure that he shall, as if he saw it under hand and seale; It is as sure that he shall, as if he saw it under hand and seal; pn31 vbz a-acp j cst pns31 vmb, c-acp cs pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp n1 cc vvi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5852 or as if the sentence were engraven upon his conscience, and fixt before his eyes. If the eare be not obedient to instruction, the back must submit to correction; or as if the sentence were engraven upon his conscience, and fixed before his eyes. If the ear be not obedient to instruction, the back must submit to correction; cc c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n2. cs dt n1 vbb xx j p-acp n1, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5853 If the word will not doe it, the rod must; if teaching will not serve the turne, chastning shall; He sealeth their correction. If the word will not do it, the rod must; if teaching will not serve the turn, chastening shall; He Sealeth their correction. cs dt n1 vmb xx vdi pn31, dt n1 vmb; cs vvg vmb xx vvi dt n1, vvg vmb; pns31 vvz po32 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5854 Every correction threatned is not certainly inflicted; Every correction threatened is not Certainly inflicted; d n1 vvn vbz xx av-j vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5855 for Elihu saith afterward ( v. 26.) He shall pray unto God, and he will be favourable to him; for Elihu Says afterwards (v. 26.) He shall pray unto God, and he will be favourable to him; p-acp np1 vvz av (n1 crd) pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5856 but the meaning is, mans correction is sealed in case he proceeds on in his sin; but the meaning is, men correction is sealed in case he proceeds on in his since; p-acp dt n1 vbz, ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5857 if he does not give proof that his eare is opened by his obedience to instruction, there is no escaping correction. if he does not give proof that his ear is opened by his Obedience to instruction, there is no escaping correction. cs pns31 vdz xx vvi n1 cst po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx vvg n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5858 The correction of the dearest children of God is sealed, if they heare and doe not. The correction of the dearest children of God is sealed, if they hear and do not. dt n1 pp-f dt js-jn n2 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, cs pns32 vvb cc vdb xx. (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5859 God will not cocker his stubborne children, nor spoyle them by sparing the rod; He will certainly meet with them one time or other, either by sicknesse, or poverty, or reproach; God will not cocker his stubborn children, nor spoil them by sparing the rod; He will Certainly meet with them one time or other, either by sickness, or poverty, or reproach; np1 vmb xx vvi po31 j n2, ccx vvi pno32 p-acp vvg dt n1; pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno32 crd n1 cc n-jn, av-d p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5860 the order the warrant is sealed for their correction. the order the warrant is sealed for their correction. dt n1 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 954 Page 295
5861 We may much more apply this to the wicked, to the ungodly and rebellious, who though they have their outward ears open, yet their hearts remain shut; We may much more apply this to the wicked, to the ungodly and rebellious, who though they have their outward ears open, yet their hearts remain shut; pns12 vmb av-d av-dc vvi d p-acp dt j, p-acp dt j cc j, r-crq cs pns32 vhb po32 j n2 j, av po32 n2 vvb vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 955 Page 295
5862 If the correction of the godly be sealed in that case, to be sure, the destruction of the wicked is; If the correction of the godly be sealed in that case, to be sure, the destruction of the wicked is; cs dt n1 pp-f dt j vbi vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi j, dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz; (15) chapter (DIV2) 955 Page 295
5863 they are sealed for death, yea they are sealed for hell; the writ of their eternall Judgement is sealed. they Are sealed for death, yea they Are sealed for hell; the writ of their Eternal Judgement is sealed. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, uh pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1; dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1 vbz vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 955 Page 295
5864 If Judgement must begin at the house of God, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appeare? what shall the end of them be that obey not the Gospel of God? If Judgement must begin At the house of God, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appear? what shall the end of them be that obey not the Gospel of God? cs n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, q-crq vmb dt j cc dt n1 vvi? q-crq vmb dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbi d vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1? (15) chapter (DIV2) 955 Page 295
5865 Further, Take it as we render it, referring to instruction, He sealeth their instruction. Whence note. Further, Take it as we render it, referring to instruction, He Sealeth their instruction. Whence note. jc, vvb pn31 c-acp pns12 vvb pn31, vvg p-acp n1, pns31 vvz po32 n1. q-crq n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 956 Page 295
5866 God is able to set home his instructions effectually upon the soule. God is able to Set home his instructions effectually upon the soul. np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi av-an po31 n2 av-j p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 957 Page 295
5867 He can leave such an impression upon the heart, as as shall never be forgotten nor worne out. He can leave such an impression upon the heart, as as shall never be forgotten nor worn out. pns31 vmb vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp a-acp vmb av-x vbi vvn ccx vvn av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 295
5868 He can make every word stick; And so this is but a further illustration of what was said before; He can make every word stick; And so this is but a further illustration of what was said before; pns31 vmb vvi d n1 vvi; cc av d vbz p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn a-acp; (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 295
5869 he openeth their ears to receive the word, and then sealeth instruction upon them. he Openeth their ears to receive the word, and then Sealeth instruction upon them. pns31 vvz po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc av vvz n1 p-acp pno32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 296
6212 He is the Cedar, others are but shrubs. He is the Giant, others are but dwarfes. He is the Cedar, Others Are but shrubs. He is the Giant, Others Are but Dwarfs. pns31 vbz dt n1, n2-jn vbr p-acp n2. pns31 vbz dt n1, n2-jn vbr p-acp n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1011 Page 312
5870 The Apostle speaking of some persons converted, who were the fruit of his ministry, saith, Ye are the seale of mine Apostleship (1 Cor: 9.2, 3.) that is, ye confirme and ratifie my ministry, that it is of God, The Apostle speaking of Some Persons converted, who were the fruit of his Ministry, Says, You Are the seal of mine Apostleship (1 Cor: 9.2, 3.) that is, you confirm and ratify my Ministry, that it is of God, dt n1 vvg pp-f d n2 vvn, r-crq vbdr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz, pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 (vvn fw-la: crd, crd) cst vbz, pn22 vvb cc vvi po11 n1, cst pn31 vbz pp-f np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 296
5871 and that God is in it. and that God is in it. cc cst np1 vbz p-acp pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 296
5872 Now as the conversion of sinners, and the building up of Saints, is the seale of our ministry; Now as the conversion of Sinners, and the building up of Saints, is the seal of our Ministry; av c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 296
5873 so the sealing of instruction upon the soule, is the conversion of sinners, and the edification of Saints. so the sealing of instruction upon the soul, is the conversion of Sinners, and the edification of Saints. av dt vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 296
5874 When a sinner is converted, his instruction is sealed upon him, and when a Saint is built up and edified, When a sinner is converted, his instruction is sealed upon him, and when a Saint is built up and edified, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp cc vvn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 296
5875 and increaseth in the things of God, then instruction is sealed upon him also. and increases in the things of God, then instruction is sealed upon him also. cc vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cs n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 296
5876 And untill we thus profit by the word, we have the word, as I may say, without a seale, nothing fastens upon us. And until we thus profit by the word, we have the word, as I may say, without a seal, nothing fastens upon us. cc c-acp pns12 av vvi p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb dt n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp dt n1, pix vvz p-acp pno12. (15) chapter (DIV2) 958 Page 296
5877 Thus much of the first designe of God in sending dreams and visions in those times, it was to open the ears of men, and to seale their Instruction; Thus much of the First Design of God in sending dreams and visions in those times, it was to open the ears of men, and to seal their Instruction; av d pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n2 cc n2 p-acp d n2, pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 959 Page 296
5878 This being only a generall benefit aymed at by those meanes, we have those which are more speciall set downe in the words which follow. This being only a general benefit aimed At by those means, we have those which Are more special Set down in the words which follow. d vbg av-j dt j n1 vvn p-acp p-acp d n2, pns12 vhb d r-crq vbr av-dc j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb. (15) chapter (DIV2) 959 Page 296
5879 Vers. 17. That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man. Vers. 17. That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man. np1 crd cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 959 Page 296
5880 This 17th verse containes two of those blessed ends or designes of God in revealing himselfe to man by dreams and visions, This 17th verse contains two of those blessed ends or designs of God in revealing himself to man by dreams and visions, d ord n1 vvz crd pp-f d j-vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg px31 p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 960 Page 296
5881 or by visions in a dream, of which Elihu spake in the two former verses; or by visions in a dream, of which Elihu spoke in the two former Verses; cc p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, pp-f r-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt crd j n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 960 Page 296
5882 as then he takes an opportunity to open the ears of men, and seale their Instruction, to fasten and fix his word upon them, to make it stick and stay by them; as then he Takes an opportunity to open the ears of men, and seal their Instruction, to fasten and fix his word upon them, to make it stick and stay by them; c-acp cs pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvi po32 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 960 Page 296
5883 so in all this his purpose is; That he may withdraw man from his purpose. so in all this his purpose is; That he may withdraw man from his purpose. av p-acp d d po31 n1 vbz; cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 960 Page 296
5884 The word rendred to withdraw, signifies, to take off, or put away, to remove or change for the better. ( Isa: 1.16.) Put away the evill of your doings; The word rendered to withdraw, signifies, to take off, or put away, to remove or change for the better. (Isaiah: 1.16.) Put away the evil of your doings; dt n1 vvn p-acp vvb, vvz, pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvd av, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt jc. (np1: crd.) vvb av dt n-jn pp-f po22 n2-vdg; (15) chapter (DIV2) 961 Page 296
5885 that is, doe no more evill, or (as the Lord speakes by another Prophet, ( Jer: 44.4.) O doe not this abominable thing that I hate; that is, do no more evil, or (as the Lord speaks by Another Prophet, (Jer: 44.4.) Oh do not this abominable thing that I hate; cst vbz, vdb dx av-dc j-jn, cc (c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, (np1: crd.) uh vdb xx d j n1 cst pns11 vvb; (15) chapter (DIV2) 961 Page 296
5886 we render the word in the other sense ( Job 27.2.) He hath removed my Judgement farre from me. we render the word in the other sense (Job 27.2.) He hath removed my Judgement Far from me. pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 (np1 crd.) pns31 vhz vvn po11 n1 av-j p-acp pno11. (15) chapter (DIV2) 961 Page 296
5887 There is in man a kind of settledness and resolvedness upon his purpose, he will on; There is in man a kind of settledness and resolvedness upon his purpose, he will on; pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb a-acp; (15) chapter (DIV2) 961 Page 297
5888 but saith Elihu, the Lord withdrawes him, he stretcheth forth his hand, and pull's him back; He withdraweth Man. Adam, the earthly man; but Says Elihu, the Lord withdraws him, he Stretcheth forth his hand, and pull's him back; He withdraweth Man. Adam, the earthly man; cc-acp vvz np1, dt n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vvz av po31 n1, cc ng1 pno31 av; pns31 vvz n1 np1, dt j n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 961 Page 297
5889 The proper name of the first man, is the common name of all men. Man is earthly by nature, and so are all his naturall purposes. The proper name of the First man, is the Common name of all men. Man is earthly by nature, and so Are all his natural Purposes. dt j n1 pp-f dt ord n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n2. n1 vbz j p-acp n1, cc av vbr d po31 j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 962 Page 297
5890 To draw an earthly man from that which is earthly, is no easie matter; only the power of God can doe it, He withdraweth man From his purpose. To draw an earthly man from that which is earthly, is no easy matter; only the power of God can do it, He withdraweth man From his purpose. p-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j, vbz dx j n1; av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vdi pn31, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 962 Page 297
5891 The word which we render purpose, properly signifies a worke; and so it is translated not only elsewhere, but here by severall Interpreters. The word which we render purpose, properly signifies a work; and so it is translated not only elsewhere, but Here by several Interpreters. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb n1, av-j vvz dt vvb; cc av pn31 vbz vvn xx av-j av, cc-acp av p-acp j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 963 Page 297
5892 Mr. Broughton is expresse, That the earthly man leave off to work, and then by work, he means an evill work, as by purpose an evill purpose. Mr. Broughton is express, That the earthly man leave off to work, and then by work, he means an evil work, as by purpose an evil purpose. n1 np1 vbz j, cst dt j n1 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc av p-acp vvi, pns31 vvz dt j-jn n1, a-acp p-acp n1 dt j-jn n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 963 Page 297
5893 The word work set alone usually signifies an evill work, as the word wife put alone is taken for a good wife ( Prov. 8.22.) He that findeth a wife, findeth good; The word work Set alone usually signifies an evil work, as the word wife put alone is taken for a good wife (Curae 8.22.) He that finds a wife, finds good; dt n1 vvb vvi av-j av-j vvz dt j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1 n1 vvd av-j vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 (np1 crd.) pns31 cst vvz dt n1, vvz j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 963 Page 297
5894 every one that findeth a wife doth not find good, (there are many bad wives) only he that findeth a good wife findeth good. every one that finds a wife does not find good, (there Are many bad wives) only he that finds a good wife finds good. d pi cst vvz dt n1 vdz xx vvi j, (pc-acp vbr d j n2) av-j pns31 cst vvz dt j n1 vvz j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 963 Page 297
5895 So on the contrary, the word worke standing here alone implyeth a bad work. So on the contrary, the word work standing Here alone Implies a bad work. av p-acp dt n-jn, dt n1 vvb vvg av av-j vvz dt j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 963 Page 297
5896 And to withdraw man from his work, or from his purpose, is to withdraw him from his evill work or purpose: And to withdraw man from his work, or from his purpose, is to withdraw him from his evil work or purpose: cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 j-jn n1 cc n1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 963 Page 297
5897 The Septuagint gives it clearly so, that he may withdraw man from unrighteousnesse. The septuagint gives it clearly so, that he may withdraw man from unrighteousness. dt n1 vvz pn31 av-j av, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 963 Page 297
5898 And Mr. Broughton glossing his own translation, saith, that he leave off mans work, and do the work of God. And Mr. Broughton glossing his own Translation, Says, that he leave off men work, and do the work of God. cc n1 np1 vvg po31 d n1, vvz, cst pns31 vvb a-acp ng1 n1, cc vdb dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 963 Page 297
5899 Againe, This terme work, seemes opposed to the thought or concupiscence of the inner man; Again, This term work, seems opposed to the Thought or concupiscence of the inner man; av, d n1 vvi, vvz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 297
5900 he withdraweth man from his work, that his hand may not effect what his heart hath contrived: he withdraweth man from his work, that his hand may not Effect what his heart hath contrived: pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst po31 n1 vmb xx vvi r-crq po31 n1 vhz vvn: (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 297
5901 that the bitter root may not bring forth evill and bitter fruit. Or if we follow our translation, the sence will be the same; that the bitter root may not bring forth evil and bitter fruit. Or if we follow our Translation, the sense will be the same; cst dt j n1 vmb xx vvi av j-jn cc j n1. cc cs pns12 vvb po12 n1, dt n1 vmb vbi dt d; (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 297
5902 He withdraweth man from his purpose, that is, he checks and stops the inward motions and workings of mans heart, He withdraweth man from his purpose, that is, he Checks and stops the inward motions and workings of men heart, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, pns31 vvz cc vvz dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f ng1 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 297
5903 and so keeps him from bringing it to perfection by an outward evill work. ( Jam. 1.15.) Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin, and so keeps him from bringing it to perfection by an outward evil work. (Jam. 1.15.) Then when lust hath conceived, it brings forth since, cc av vvz pno31 p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j j-jn n1. (np1 crd.) av c-crq n1 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz av n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 297
5904 and sin, when it is finished, brings forth death; and since, when it is finished, brings forth death; cc n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, vvz av n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 297
5905 God in great mercy takes man off from his purpose when he finds him upon an evill device or purpose; God in great mercy Takes man off from his purpose when he finds him upon an evil device or purpose; np1 p-acp j n1 vvz n1 a-acp p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 297
5906 he crusheth the Cockatrice's egge that it may not be hatched, and destroyeth the conception of those Babylonish brats that they may never come to the birth. ( Mic. 2.1.) Woe to them that devise mischief on their beds, he crushes the Cockatrice's egg that it may not be hatched, and Destroyeth the conception of those Babylonish brats that they may never come to the birth. (Mic. 2.1.) Woe to them that devise mischief on their Beds, pns31 vvz dt ng1 n1 cst pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f d np1 n2 cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1. (np1 crd.) n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb n1 p-acp po32 n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 298
5907 when the morning is light they practice it, because it is in the power of their hand. when the morning is Light they practice it, Because it is in the power of their hand. c-crq dt n1 vbz j pns32 vvb pn31, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 298
5908 The work begins at the heart, there 'tis plotted and contrived; the heart is the work house of sin; The work begins At the heart, there it's plotted and contrived; the heart is the work house of since; dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, a-acp pn31|vbz vvn cc vvn; dt n1 vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 298
5909 now the Lord withdraws man from his purpose, and will not suffer the inward work to be accomplished by the outward work. now the Lord withdraws man from his purpose, and will not suffer the inward work to be accomplished by the outward work. av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vmb xx vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 964 Page 298
5911 some translate (referring it to what is past) that he may turn, or withdraw man from those things which he hath done; Some translate (referring it to what is passed) that he may turn, or withdraw man from those things which he hath done; d vvb (vvg pn31 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn) d pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvi n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vdn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 965 Page 298
5912 that is, from those evills to which he hath already set his hand; that is, from those evils to which he hath already Set his hand; cst vbz, p-acp d n2-jn p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz av vvn po31 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 965 Page 298
5913 this is done by giving man repentance, which is our being humbled for, and turning away from any evill already committed. this is done by giving man Repentance, which is our being humbled for, and turning away from any evil already committed. d vbz vdn p-acp vvg n1 n1, r-crq vbz po12 n1 vvn p-acp, cc vvg av p-acp d j-jn av vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 965 Page 298
5914 Our translation refers it to what is intended to be done, for that's a purpose. So the meaning is, God doth these things that he may keep man from doing that evill or mischief which he hath resolved upon, Our Translation refers it to what is intended to be done, for that's a purpose. So the meaning is, God does these things that he may keep man from doing that evil or mischief which he hath resolved upon, po12 n1 vvz pn31 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vdn, c-acp d|vbz dt n1. av dt n1 vbz, np1 vdz d n2 cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp vdg d j-jn cc n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp, (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5915 or at least is forming and hammering in his thoughts. or At least is forming and hammering in his thoughts. cc p-acp ds vbz vvg cc vvg p-acp po31 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5916 Abimelech had an evill purpose for the matter (though possibly the purpose of his heart was not evill, Abimelech had an evil purpose for the matter (though possibly the purpose of his heart was not evil, np1 vhd dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 (cs av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds xx j-jn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5917 for he said to God (and God said he spake true) in the integrity of my heart, for he said to God (and God said he spoke true) in the integrity of my heart, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1 (cc np1 vvd pns31 vvd j) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5918 and innocency of my hands have I done this, Gen. 20.5, 6. (he was I say about an evill purpose for the matter) when he thought to take Abrams wife from him, and innocency of my hands have I done this, Gen. 20.5, 6. (he was I say about an evil purpose for the matter) when he Thought to take Abrams wife from him, cc n1 pp-f po11 n2 vhb pns11 vdn d, np1 crd, crd (pns31 vbds pns11 vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1) c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5919 but the Lord came to him in a dream, and withdrew him from the evill of his purpose. but the Lord Come to him in a dream, and withdrew him from the evil of his purpose. cc-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5920 Laban intended evill, or hard dealing to Jacob, but the Lord met him also in a dreame, Laban intended evil, or hard dealing to Jacob, but the Lord met him also in a dream, np1 vvd j-jn, cc av-j vvg p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vvd pno31 av p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5921 and withdrew him from his purpose, saying, ( Gen. 31.24.) Take heed thou speak not to Jacob, and withdrew him from his purpose, saying, (Gen. 31.24.) Take heed thou speak not to Jacob, cc vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vvg, (np1 crd.) vvb n1 pns21 vvb xx p-acp np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5922 neither good nor bad, that is, hinder him not in his journey, either by threathings or by promises. neither good nor bad, that is, hinder him not in his journey, either by threathings or by promises. dx j ccx j, cst vbz, vvb pno31 xx p-acp po31 n1, av-d p-acp n2-vvg cc p-acp n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5923 Thus man is taken off or withdrawn from evill purposes by preventing grace, and from evill workes by repenting grace. Thus man is taken off or withdrawn from evil Purposes by preventing grace, and from evil works by repenting grace. av n1 vbz vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp vvg n1, cc p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp vvg n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 966 Page 298
5924 I shall prosecute the words according to our reading only, which imports that when man hath some evill purpose upon his heart, the Lord visits him in dreames and visions of the night, to withdraw him from that purpose. I shall prosecute the words according to our reading only, which imports that when man hath Some evil purpose upon his heart, the Lord visits him in dreams and visions of the night, to withdraw him from that purpose. pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 vvg p-acp po12 n-vvg av-j, r-crq vvz d c-crq n1 vhz d j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 967 Page 298
5925 Hence observe First, Man is very forward and eager upon evill purposes. Hence observe First, Man is very forward and eager upon evil Purposes. av vvi ord, n1 vbz av j cc j p-acp j-jn n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 968 Page 298
5926 God himself must come to withdraw and fetch him off, or otherwise he will be driving them on. God himself must come to withdraw and fetch him off, or otherwise he will be driving them on. np1 px31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 a-acp, cc av pns31 vmb vbi vvg pno32 a-acp. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5927 The heart of man naturally hath no other purposes but evill purposes, and upon them it is set (as I may say) to purpose; The heart of man naturally hath no other Purposes but evil Purposes, and upon them it is Set (as I may say) to purpose; dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vhz dx j-jn n2 p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp pno32 pn31 vbz vvn (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5928 that is, he will effect and bring them about if he can. that is, he will Effect and bring them about if he can. d vbz, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 a-acp cs pns31 vmb. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5929 When Moses reproved Aaron concerning the golden Calfe which he had made, at the instance and violent importunity of the people, Aaron answered for himself ( Exod. 32.23.) Let not the anger of my Lord wax hot, thou knowest the people that they are set on mischiefe, they are bent to it, they have such a mind to it, that there's no turning them from it; When Moses reproved Aaron Concerning the golden Calf which he had made, At the instance and violent importunity of the people, Aaron answered for himself (Exod 32.23.) Let not the anger of my Lord wax hight, thou Knowest the people that they Are Set on mischief, they Are bent to it, they have such a mind to it, that there's no turning them from it; c-crq np1 vvd np1 vvg dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vvd p-acp px31 (np1 crd.) vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vvi j, pns21 vv2 dt n1 cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, pns32 vhb d dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst pc-acp|vbz dx vvg pno32 p-acp pn31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5930 they will hear no reason nor take any denyall, when the fit is on them. There is a setting of the heart of man continually upon evill; they will hear no reason nor take any denial, when the fit is on them. There is a setting of the heart of man continually upon evil; pns32 vmb vvi dx n1 ccx vvi d n1, c-crq dt j vbz p-acp pno32. pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp n-jn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5931 the wind blowes that way, and no other way, the wind sits alwayes in that bad corner till God turneth it. the wind blows that Way, and no other Way, the wind sits always in that bad corner till God turns it. dt n1 vvz d n1, cc dx j-jn n1, dt n1 vvz av p-acp cst j n1 p-acp np1 vvz pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5932 There are two gracious acts of God, spoken of in Scripture, which doe exceedingly shew forth the sinfullnesse of man; There Are two gracious acts of God, spoken of in Scripture, which do exceedingly show forth the sinfullnesse of man; pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f np1, vvn pp-f p-acp n1, r-crq vdb av-vvg vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5933 every act of grace doth in its measure aggravate the sinfullnesse of man, and alwayes the higher grace acteth, the more is the sinfullnesse of man discovered, especially (I say) in this twofold act of grace. every act of grace does in its measure aggravate the sinfullnesse of man, and always the higher grace Acts, the more is the sinfullnesse of man discovered, especially (I say) in this twofold act of grace. d n1 pp-f n1 vdz p-acp po31 n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av dt jc n1 vvz, dt dc vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn, av-j (pns11 vvb) p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5934 The former whereof consists in drawing; the latter in withdrawing; there is a gracious act of God in drawing the sinfull sons and daughters of men to that which is good. The former whereof consists in drawing; the latter in withdrawing; there is a gracious act of God in drawing the sinful Sons and daughters of men to that which is good. dt j c-crq vvz p-acp vvg; dt d p-acp vvg; a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d r-crq vbz j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5935 Man is drawne, First, into a state of grace or goodnesse, by this he is made good. Man is drawn, First, into a state of grace or Goodness, by this he is made good. n1 vbz vvn, ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d pns31 vbz vvn j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5936 He is drawn, Secondly, to acts of grace or goodnesse, by this he doth good. Of the former Christ speaks ( Joh. 6.44.) No man can come to me, He is drawn, Secondly, to acts of grace or Goodness, by this he does good. Of the former christ speaks (John 6.44.) No man can come to me, pns31 vbz vvn, ord, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d pns31 vdz av-j. pp-f dt j np1 vvz (np1 crd.) dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5937 except the Father which hath sent me draw him, that is, no man can beleeve, (for by faith we come to Christ) except he receive power from on high. except the Father which hath sent me draw him, that is, no man can believe, (for by faith we come to christ) except he receive power from on high. c-acp dt n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno11 vvi pno31, cst vbz, dx n1 vmb vvi, (c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vvb p-acp np1) c-acp pns31 vvb n1 p-acp p-acp j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5938 God draweth the soul to Christ, and that's a powerfull act of divine drawing, though not a compulsory act: God draws the soul to christ, and that's a powerful act of divine drawing, though not a compulsory act: np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, cc d|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n-jn vvg, cs xx dt j n1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5939 and as God must draw man into a state of grace, which is our union with Christ by the Spirit in beleeving, and as God must draw man into a state of grace, which is our Union with christ by the Spirit in believing, cc c-acp np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5940 so he draweth him to the acting of his graces. so he draws him to the acting of his graces. av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5941 Of this latter the Church speaketh to Christ ( Cant. 1.4.) Draw me, and I will run after thee. Of this latter the Church speaks to christ (Cant 1.4.) Draw me, and I will run After thee. pp-f d d dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) vvb pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno21. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5942 These gracious drawings shew that we are not only utterly unable, but averse to the receiving grace, These gracious drawings show that we Are not only utterly unable, but averse to the receiving grace, d j n2-vvg vvi cst pns12 vbr xx av-j av-j j, cc-acp j p-acp dt vvg n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5943 and so becoming good, while we are in a state of nature; and so becoming good, while we Are in a state of nature; cc av vvg j, cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5944 as also that we are very backward to doe that which is good, even when we are in a state of grace. as also that we Are very backward to do that which is good, even when we Are in a state of grace. c-acp av cst pns12 vbr av av-j pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j, av c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5945 Now as God acts very graciously in drawing man to good, so Secondly, in withdrawing him from evill, from those evill purposes and evill practices, to which all men are so easily yet so strongly carried. Now as God acts very graciously in drawing man to good, so Secondly, in withdrawing him from evil, from those evil Purposes and evil practices, to which all men Are so Easily yet so strongly carried. av c-acp np1 vvz av av-j p-acp vvg n1 p-acp j, av ord, p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp j-jn, p-acp d j-jn n2 cc j-jn n2, p-acp r-crq d n2 vbr av av-j av av av-j vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 299
5946 The Prophet ( Jer. 2. 23, 24.) elegantly describes the exceeding forwardnesse of that people to evill, The Prophet (Jer. 2. 23, 24.) elegantly describes the exceeding forwardness of that people to evil, dt n1 (np1 crd crd, crd) av-j vvz dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp j-jn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 100
5947 while he compareth them to the swift Dromodary, traversing her wayes, and to the wild Asse in the Wildernesse that snuffeth up the wind at her pleasure (or the desire of her heart) in her occasion who can turn her away? As the wild Asse set upon her pleasure, while he compareth them to the swift Dromedary, traversing her ways, and to the wild Ass in the Wilderness that snuffeth up the wind At her pleasure (or the desire of her heart) in her occasion who can turn her away? As the wild Ass Set upon her pleasure, cs pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1, vvg po31 n2, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 (cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vmb vvi pno31 av? p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 100
5948 & in her occasion, when she hath a mind to it, will not be turn'd away; & in her occasion, when she hath a mind to it, will not be turned away; cc p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, vmb xx vbi vvn av; (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 100
5950 That other Prophet ( Isa. 5.18.) telleth us of those who draw iniquity with cords of vanity, That other Prophet (Isaiah 5.18.) Telleth us of those who draw iniquity with cords of vanity, cst j-jn n1 (np1 crd.) vvz pno12 pp-f d r-crq vvb n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 100
5951 and sin as it were with a cart rope; that is, they set themselves with all their might to doe mischief. and since as it were with a cart rope; that is, they Set themselves with all their might to do mischief. cc n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 n1; cst vbz, pns32 vvd px32 p-acp d po32 n1 pc-acp vdi n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 100
5952 When men are thus vainly bent upon vanity, 'tis a mighty work of God to withdraw them from their work. When men Are thus vainly bent upon vanity, it's a mighty work of God to withdraw them from their work. c-crq n2 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp n1, pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 100
5953 When, what men are purposed to doe they are fastened to it as with cords and cart-ropes, what but the power of the great God can withdraw them from it? When, what men Are purposed to do they Are fastened to it as with cords and Cart-ropes, what but the power of the great God can withdraw them from it? c-crq, q-crq n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vdb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp pn31? (15) chapter (DIV2) 969 Page 100
5954 Whence note Secondly, Ʋnlesse God did withdraw and fetch us off from sin, we should run on in it continually. Whence note Secondly, Ʋnlesse God did withdraw and fetch us off from since, we should run on in it continually. q-crq n1 ord, j np1 vdd vvi cc vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp n1, pns12 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp pn31 av-j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 970 Page 100
5955 When man is in an evill way, he hath no mind to returne till God turneth him; When man is in an evil Way, he hath no mind to return till God turns him; c-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 vvz pno31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5956 let come on't what will he will venture: 'Tis only through grace that the heart either abstains or returns from evill. let come oned what will he will venture: It's only through grace that the heart either abstains or returns from evil. vvb vvb p-acp|pn31 r-crq vmb pns31 vmb vvi: pn31|vbz av-j p-acp n1 cst dt n1 av-d vvz cc vvz p-acp n-jn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5957 David saith ( Psal. 18.23.) I have kept my self from mine iniquity. David kept himself from his iniquity, yet he was not his own keeper: David Says (Psalm 18.23.) I have kept my self from mine iniquity. David kept himself from his iniquity, yet he was not his own keeper: np1 vvz (np1 crd.) pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1. np1 vvd px31 p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vbds xx po31 d n1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5958 It was by the power of God that he kept himself from that sin to which he was most prone, It was by the power of God that he kept himself from that since to which he was most prove, pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vvd px31 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds av-ds j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5959 even from that sin to which his own corruptions and the Devills temptations were alwayes drawing him. even from that since to which his own corruptions and the Devils temptations were always drawing him. av p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq po31 d n2 cc dt ng1 n2 vbdr av vvg pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5960 David had some speciall iniquity to which his heart was inclined more then any other, David had Some special iniquity to which his heart was inclined more then any other, np1 vhd d j n1 p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn av-dc cs d n-jn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5961 and from that he kept himself, being himself kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation. and from that he kept himself, being himself kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation. cc p-acp cst pns31 vvd px31, vbg px31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5962 Of our selves we can neither keep our selves from doing iniquity, nor leave off doing that iniquity, which we have once done. Of our selves we can neither keep our selves from doing iniquity, nor leave off doing that iniquity, which we have once done. pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vmb av-dx vvi po12 n2 p-acp vdg n1, ccx vvi p-acp vdg d n1, r-crq pns12 vhb a-acp vdn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5963 How can man withhold himself from sin, while sin hath so great a hold of him, How can man withhold himself from since, while since hath so great a hold of him, q-crq vmb n1 vvi px31 p-acp n1, cs n1 vhz av j dt n1 pp-f pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5964 yea the Mastery over him? Thirdly Note. yea the Mastery over him? Thirdly Note. uh dt n1 p-acp pno31? ord n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 971 Page 100
5965 God is graciously pleased both to withdraw man from doing evill and to draw him to repentance when he hath done evill. God is graciously pleased both to withdraw man from doing evil and to draw him to Repentance when he hath done evil. np1 vbz av-j vvn d pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vdg n-jn cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vdn j-jn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 972 Page 100
5966 Between these two the grace of God is daily working in and towards man, and it worketh for the effecting of both many wayes. Between these two the grace of God is daily working in and towards man, and it works for the effecting of both many ways. p-acp d crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvg p-acp cc p-acp n1, cc pn31 vvz p-acp dt vvg pp-f d d n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 973 Page 100
5967 First, by his word, and that in a fourfold consideration. First, by his word, and that in a fourfold consideration. ord, p-acp po31 n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 974 Page 101
5968 First, by the word of his command, he every where in Scripture forbids man to doe any evill, First, by the word of his command, he every where in Scripture forbids man to do any evil, ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 d q-crq p-acp n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vdi d n-jn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 974 Page 101
5969 and bids him repent of every evill which he doth. Secondly, by the word of his threatnings; and bids him Repent of every evil which he does. Secondly, by the word of his threatenings; cc vvz pno31 vvi pp-f d n-jn r-crq pns31 vdz. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg; (15) chapter (DIV2) 974 Page 101
5970 they are as thunderbolts to deterre him. they Are as thunderbolts to deter him. pns32 vbr p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 974 Page 101
5971 Thirdly, by the word of his promises, they are divine alluremenrs, sweetly yet effectually to entice him. Thirdly, by the word of his promises, they Are divine alluremenrs, sweetly yet effectually to entice him. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns32 vbr j-jn n2, av-j av av-j pc-acp vvi pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 974 Page 101
5972 Fourthly, by the word of his perswasions, they are full of taking arguments to convince and win him. Fourthly, by the word of his persuasions, they Are full of taking Arguments to convince and win him. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns32 vbr j pp-f vvg n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 974 Page 101
5973 Secondly, God withdrawes man from sin, and drawes him to repentance when he hath sinned, by his works: First, by his works of Judgment, they break him to these duties. Secondly, God withdraws man from since, and draws him to Repentance when he hath sinned, by his works: First, by his works of Judgement, they break him to these duties. ord, np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz pno31 p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn, p-acp po31 n2: ord, p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp d n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 975 Page 101
5974 Secondly, by his works of mercy, they melt him into these duties. Secondly, by his works of mercy, they melt him into these duties. ord, p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp d n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 975 Page 101
5975 Thirdly, God withdraws man from sin and drawes him to repentance by his patience and long-suffering. (Rom. 2.4.) Despisest thou the riches of his goodnesse and forbearance, Thirdly, God withdraws man from since and draws him to Repentance by his patience and long-suffering. (Rom. 2.4.) Despisest thou the riches of his Goodness and forbearance, ord, np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1 cc vvz pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc j. (np1 crd.) vv2 pns21 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 976 Page 101
5976 and long-suffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth them to repentance. and long-suffering, not knowing that the Goodness of God leads them to Repentance. cc j, xx vvg cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 976 Page 101
5977 As if the Apostle had said, O man, if thou knowest not the meaning of Gods patience towards thee, As if the Apostle had said, Oh man, if thou Knowest not the meaning of God's patience towards thee, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, uh n1, cs pns21 vv2 xx dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno21, (15) chapter (DIV2) 976 Page 101
5978 and that this is the meaning of it, thou knowest nothing of the mind and meaning of God towards thee. and that this is the meaning of it, thou Knowest nothing of the mind and meaning of God towards thee. cc cst d vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns21 vv2 pix pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21. (15) chapter (DIV2) 976 Page 101
5979 Fourthly, The Lord withdraweth man from evill purposes by seasonable counsells. Fourthly, The Lord withdraweth man from evil Purposes by seasonable Counsels. ord, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 977 Page 101
5980 David was going on in a very bad purpose (1 Sam. 25.) and God stirred up Abigail to meete him, David was going on in a very bad purpose (1 Sam. 25.) and God stirred up Abigail to meet him, np1 vbds vvg a-acp p-acp dt j j n1 (vvd np1 crd) cc np1 vvd a-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 977 Page 101
5981 and by good counsell to withdraw him from his purpose: and by good counsel to withdraw him from his purpose: cc p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 977 Page 101
5982 This David acknowledged ( vers. 32, 33.) Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, which sent thee this day to meet me. This David acknowledged (vers. 32, 33.) Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, which sent thee this day to meet me. d np1 vvd (fw-la. crd, crd) vvn vbb dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd pno21 d n1 pc-acp vvi pno11. (15) chapter (DIV2) 977 Page 101
5983 As if he had said, I was fully purposed to revenge my self upon Naball, and had not surely left a man of his house alive by the morning light, As if he had said, I was Fully purposed to revenge my self upon Nabal, and had not surely left a man of his house alive by the morning Light, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbds av-j vvd pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp np1, cc vhd xx av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 j p-acp dt n1 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 977 Page 101
5984 if thou hadst not met me; if thou Hadst not met me; cs pns21 vhd2 xx vvn pno11; (15) chapter (DIV2) 977 Page 101
5985 therefore blessed be God who hath sent thee, and blessed be thy advice, and blessed be thou which hast kept me this day from coming to shed bloud, Therefore blessed be God who hath sent thee, and blessed be thy Advice, and blessed be thou which hast kept me this day from coming to shed blood, av vvn vbi n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno21, cc vvn vbb po21 n1, cc vvn vbb pns21 r-crq vh2 vvn pno11 d n1 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 977 Page 101
5986 and hast by thy good counsell withdrawne me from that evill purpose. and hast by thy good counsel withdrawn me from that evil purpose. cc vvb p-acp po21 j n1 vvn pno11 p-acp d j-jn n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 977 Page 101
5987 Lastly, consider God withdraweth man from his sinfull purpose, all or any of these wayes, by putting forth his mighty power with them. Lastly, Consider God withdraweth man from his sinful purpose, all or any of these ways, by putting forth his mighty power with them. ord, vvb np1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 j n1, d cc d pp-f d n2, p-acp vvg av po31 j n1 p-acp pno32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 101
5988 For his word alone, his works alone, his patience alone, the counsell of man alone would not doe it, For his word alone, his works alone, his patience alone, the counsel of man alone would not do it, p-acp po31 n1 av-j, po31 n2 av-j, po31 n1 av-j, dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vmd xx vdi pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 101
5989 if God did not stretch forth his own arme in and with these meanes for the doing of it. if God did not stretch forth his own arm in and with these means for the doing of it. cs np1 vdd xx vvi av po31 d n1 p-acp cc p-acp d n2 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 101
5990 Nothing is any further efficacious then as God is with it. ( Numb. 22.) Balaam was going on in his wicked purpose, being sent for by Balak to curse the people of God: Nothing is any further efficacious then as God is with it. (Numb. 22.) balaam was going on in his wicked purpose, being sent for by Balak to curse the people of God: np1 vbz av-d jc j cs p-acp np1 vbz p-acp pn31. (j. crd) np1 vbds vvg a-acp p-acp po31 j n1, vbg vvn p-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
5991 And though the Lord sent his Angell to be an adversary to him in his way ( vers. 22.) so that his Asse turned out of the way into the field, And though the Lord sent his Angel to be an adversary to him in his Way (vers. 22.) so that his Ass turned out of the Way into the field, cc cs dt n1 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 (fw-la. crd) av cst po31 n1 vvd av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
6033 The word which we render to hide, is to hide by casting a covering, a vayle, a garment, The word which we render to hide, is to hide by casting a covering, a Vail, a garment, dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt n-vvg, dt n1, dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 982 Page 304
11004 To doe any of these perverse or crooked things is the doing of iniquity, or the perverting of Justice. To do any of these perverse or crooked things is the doing of iniquity, or the perverting of justice. pc-acp vdi d pp-f d j cc j n2 vbz dt vdg pp-f n1, cc dt vvg pp-f n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1842 Page 555
5992 yet Balaam went on in his purpose, yea though the Angell standing between two walls caused his Asse to turne so suddenly, that she crusht Balaams foot against the wall ( vers. 25.) yet Balaam went on in his purpose: yet balaam went on in his purpose, yea though the Angel standing between two walls caused his Ass to turn so suddenly, that she crushed Balaams foot against the wall (vers. 25.) yet balaam went on in his purpose: av np1 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1, uh cs dt n1 vvg p-acp crd n2 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av av-j, cst pns31 vvd npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 (fw-la. crd) av np1 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
5993 Once more though the Angell went further and stood in a narrow way, where there was no way to turne to the right hand nor to the left, Once more though the Angel went further and stood in a narrow Way, where there was no Way to turn to the right hand nor to the left, a-acp av-dc cs dt n1 vvd av-jc cc vvd p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pc-acp vbds dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 ccx p-acp dt j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
5994 so that the poor Asse fell down under him ( v. 27.) and speaking (as the Apostle Peter expresseth it, 2 Epist. 2.) with mans voyce rebuked the madnesse of the Prophet; so that the poor Ass fell down under him (v. 27.) and speaking (as the Apostle Peter Expresses it, 2 Epistle 2.) with men voice rebuked the madness of the Prophet; av cst dt j n1 vvd a-acp p-acp pno31 (n1 crd) cc vvg (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pn31, crd np1 crd) p-acp ng1 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
5995 Yet so mad he was that all these checks and warnings, could not withdraw him from his purpose. Yet so mad he was that all these Checks and Warnings, could not withdraw him from his purpose. av av j pns31 vbds cst d d n2 cc n2-vvg, vmd xx vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
5996 And what the Lord did at that time to Balaam by an Angell, that he doth by some other means and providences to stop many from their evill purposes, who yet will not be stopt. And what the Lord did At that time to balaam by an Angel, that he does by Some other means and providences to stop many from their evil Purposes, who yet will not be stopped. cc q-crq dt n1 vdd p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vdz p-acp d j-jn n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi d p-acp po32 j-jn n2, r-crq av vmb xx vbi vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
5997 He speaks to them in the ministry of his word, he speaks to them in his works; He speaks to them in the Ministry of his word, he speaks to them in his works; pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
5998 he spreads their way with roses, he hedgeth up their way with thorns, he bestoweth sweet mercies upon them, he sends sharp afflictions upon them, to withdraw them from their evill projects and purposes, he spreads their Way with roses, he hedgeth up their Way with thorns, he bestoweth sweet Mercies upon them, he sends sharp afflictions upon them, to withdraw them from their evil projects and Purposes, pns31 vvz po32 n1 p-acp n2, pns31 vvz a-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2, pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j-jn n2 cc n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
5999 yet on they goe like Balaam, unlesse he send more then an Angell, even his holy Spirit to withdraw them. yet on they go like balaam, unless he send more then an Angel, even his holy Spirit to withdraw them. av p-acp pns32 vvb av-j np1, cs pns31 vvb av-dc cs dt n1, av po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 978 Page 302
6000 Lastly, Elihu reports it as a speciall favour of God to withdraw man from his purpose. Whence note. Lastly, Elihu reports it as a special favour of God to withdraw man from his purpose. Whence note. ord, np1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. q-crq n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 979 Page 302
6001 It is a great mercy to be hinder'd in sinfull purposes and intendments. Disappointments are acts of grace, when we are acting against grace; It is a great mercy to be hindered in sinful Purposes and intendments. Disappointments Are acts of grace, when we Are acting against grace; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2. n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vbr vvg p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 980 Page 302
6002 If God stop us from doing evill, not onely by his word, but by blowes, If God stop us from doing evil, not only by his word, but by blows, cs np1 vvb pno12 p-acp vdg n-jn, xx av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 302
6003 or by a hedge of thorns, yea if he stop us by a drawn sword, it is a great mercy. or by a hedge of thorns, yea if he stop us by a drawn sword, it is a great mercy. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, uh cs pns31 vvb pno12 p-acp dt vvn n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 302
6004 Though God throw us to the ground (as he did Saul, afterwards Paul, when he went with a bloody purpose to vex and persecute the Saints ( Acts 9.) let us count our selves exalted, Though God throw us to the ground (as he did Saul, afterwards Paul, when he went with a bloody purpose to vex and persecute the Saints (Acts 9.) let us count our selves exalted, cs np1 vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns31 vdd np1, av np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 (n2 crd) vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 vvn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 302
6005 and rejoyce in it more then in any worldly exaltation. and rejoice in it more then in any worldly exaltation. cc vvi p-acp pn31 av-dc cs p-acp d j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 302
6006 'Tis a rich mercy to be kept from executing an evill purpose, though by our owne poverty and outward misery. It's a rich mercy to be kept from executing an evil purpose, though by our own poverty and outward misery. pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1, cs p-acp po12 d n1 cc j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 302
6007 The doing of that which is sinfull, is worse then any thing that can be done to us, The doing of that which is sinful, is Worse then any thing that can be done to us, dt vdg pp-f d r-crq vbz j, vbz jc cs d n1 cst vmb vbi vdn p-acp pno12, (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 302
6008 or endured by us, as a stop against sin. Sin hath death in it; sin hath wrath in it; sin hath hell in it; or endured by us, as a stop against since. since hath death in it; since hath wrath in it; since hath hell in it; cc vvd p-acp pno12, c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. n1 vhz n1 p-acp pn31; n1 vhz n1 p-acp pn31; n1 vhz n1 p-acp pn31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 302
6009 sin hath Devill and all in it; since hath devil and all in it; n1 vhz n1 cc d p-acp pn31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6010 therefore to be kept from sin, let it be by what means it will, if by paines and pining sicknesses, Therefore to be kept from since, let it be by what means it will, if by pains and pining Sicknesses, av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, vvb pn31 vbi p-acp q-crq vvz pn31 vmb, cs p-acp n2 cc j-vvg n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6012 The greatest and sorest Judgement which God powres upon sinfull men, is to let them alone in or not to withdraw them from their sins. The greatest and Sorest Judgement which God Powers upon sinful men, is to let them alone in or not to withdraw them from their Sins. dt js cc js n1 r-crq np1 n2 p-acp j n2, vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j p-acp cc xx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6013 To be suffered to goe on and prosper in sin, is the worst of sufferings, the last of Judgements, the next Judgement to hell it selfe, To be suffered to go on and prosper in since, is the worst of sufferings, the last of Judgments, the next Judgement to hell it self, pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp n1, vbz dt js pp-f n2, dt ord pp-f n2, dt ord n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6014 and an infallible signe of an heire of hell. and an infallible Signen of an heir of hell. cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6015 Thus the wrath of God waxed hot against Israel when he gave them up to their owne hearts lusts, Thus the wrath of God waxed hight against Israel when he gave them up to their own hearts Lustiest, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd j p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 d n2 n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6016 and they walked in their owne Councel (Psal: 81.11.) This was the highest revenge that God could take upon that sinfull people. and they walked in their own Council (Psalm: 81.11.) This was the highest revenge that God could take upon that sinful people. cc pns32 vvd p-acp po32 d n1 (np1: crd.) d vbds dt js n1 cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp d j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6017 He sayd a little before, Israel would none of me; when God wooed them they were so coy, they would have none of him; He said a little before, Israel would none of me; when God wooed them they were so coy, they would have none of him; pns31 vvd dt j a-acp, np1 vmd pi pp-f pno11; c-crq np1 vvd pno32 pns32 vbdr av j, pns32 vmd vhi pix pp-f pno31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6018 and then, said he, goe on, take your fill of sin; I give you up to your owne hearts lusts. and then, said he, go on, take your fill of since; I give you up to your own hearts Lustiest. cc av, vvd pns31, vvb a-acp, vvb po22 n1 pp-f n1; pns11 vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp po22 d n2 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6019 The Lord did not say, I gave them up to the sword, to the famine, The Lord did not say, I gave them up to the sword, to the famine, dt n1 vdd xx vvi, pns11 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6020 or to the pestilence, but to their owne hearts lusts, and to walke on in their own way; or to the pestilence, but to their own hearts Lustiest, and to walk on in their own Way; cc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp po32 d n2 n2, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6021 That person or people may be sure, God hath purposed evill against them, whom he will not withdraw from their evill purposes. That person or people may be sure, God hath purposed evil against them, whom he will not withdraw from their evil Purposes. cst n1 cc n1 vmb vbi j, np1 vhz vvn j-jn p-acp pno32, ro-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp po32 j-jn n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6022 The severity of the wrath of God against the Gentiles is exprest and summ'd up in this ( Rom: 1.26, 28.) He gave them up to vile affections; The severity of the wrath of God against the Gentiles is expressed and summed up in this (Rom: 1.26, 28.) He gave them up to vile affections; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2-j vbz vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp d (np1: crd, crd) pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp j n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6023 he gave them up to a reprobate mind, to doe things which were not convenient. he gave them up to a Reprobate mind, to do things which were not convenient. pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vdi n2 r-crq vbdr xx j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6024 A naturall man left to himselfe, will soone doe such things as nature it selfe abhorreth and blusheth at. A natural man left to himself, will soon do such things as nature it self abhorreth and blusheth At. dt j n1 vvn p-acp px31, vmb av vdi d n2 c-acp n1 pn31 n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6025 The same dreadfull doome is denounced ( Rev: 22.11.) He that is unjust, let him be unjust still; The same dreadful doom is denounced (Rev: 22.11.) He that is unjust, let him be unjust still; dt d j n1 vbz vvn (np1: crd.) pns31 cst vbz j, vvb pno31 vbi j av; (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6026 and he that is filthy, let him be filthy still. and he that is filthy, let him be filthy still. cc pns31 cst vbz j, vvb pno31 vbi j av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6027 I will not withdraw him from his way, let him goe on and perish, let him goe on and sink downe to the pit of perdition for ever. I will not withdraw him from his Way, let him go on and perish, let him go on and sink down to the pit of perdition for ever. pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 vvi a-acp cc vvi, vvb pno31 vvi a-acp cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6028 As St. John in the Revelation foretelling the Church, given up or left to (not in) great sufferings of all sorts; As Saint John in the Revelation foretelling the Church, given up or left to (not in) great sufferings of all sorts; p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vvg dt n1, vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp (xx n1) j n2 pp-f d n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6029 Here is the patience of the Saints. Here is the patience of the Saints. av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6030 So when we see the world given up and left in great sinnings of any sort, especially if to sinnings of all sorts, we may truely and sadly say, Here is the wrath of God. So when we see the world given up and left in great sinnings of any sort, especially if to sinnings of all sorts, we may truly and sadly say, Here is the wrath of God. av c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1, av-j cs p-acp n2 pp-f d n2, pns12 vmb av-j cc av-j vvb, av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6031 'Tis therefore a great mercy, if God will any way withdraw man from his sinfull wayes and purposes, especially when he taketh such gentle wayes, It's Therefore a great mercy, if God will any Way withdraw man from his sinful ways and Purposes, especially when he Takes such gentle ways, pn31|vbz av dt j n1, cs np1 vmb d n1 vvb n1 p-acp po31 j n2 cc n2, av-j c-crq pns31 vvz d j n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 303
6032 as dreams and visions, counsels and instructions, to withdraw man from his purpose, and (as it followeth in this verse) to hide pride from man. as dreams and visions, Counsels and instructions, to withdraw man from his purpose, and (as it follows in this verse) to hide pride from man. c-acp n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, p-acp vvb n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n1) p-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 981 Page 304
6034 or any other thing, over what we desire should be hid, ( Prov: 12.23.) A prudent man concealeth knowledge; it is this word; or any other thing, over what we desire should be hid, (Curae: 12.23.) A prudent man concealeth knowledge; it is this word; cc d j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb vmd vbi vvn, (np1: crd.) dt j n1 vvz n1; pn31 vbz d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 982 Page 304
6035 he doth not pretend to know so much as he knoweth; he does not pretend to know so much as he Knoweth; pns31 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi av av-d c-acp pns31 vvz; (15) chapter (DIV2) 982 Page 304
6036 he puts a vayle upon his own abilities, (as Moses upon his face when there was such a shining beauty imprinted there) rather then reveales them unnecessarily or uncalled. he puts a Vail upon his own abilities, (as Moses upon his face when there was such a shining beauty imprinted there) rather then reveals them unnecessarily or uncalled. pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 d n2, (c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pc-acp vbds d dt j-vvg n1 vvn a-acp) av av vvz pno32 av-j cc j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 982 Page 304
6037 'Tis the foolish man, or he that hath but a shew of wisdome, who loves and affects to be shewing it. But to the text. It's the foolish man, or he that hath but a show of Wisdom, who loves and affects to be showing it. But to the text. pn31|vbz dt j n1, cc pns31 cst vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz cc vvz pc-acp vbi vvg pn31. cc-acp p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 982 Page 304
6038 The word is used also, to note that gracious act of God, his pardoning the sin of man. ( Psal: 32.1.) Blessed is the man whose transgression is forgiven, and whose sin is covered. The word is used also, to note that gracious act of God, his pardoning the since of man. (Psalm: 32.1.) Blessed is the man whose Transgression is forgiven, and whose since is covered. dt n1 vbz vvn av, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f np1, po31 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1. (np1: crd.) vvn vbz dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn, cc rg-crq n1 vbz vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 982 Page 304
6039 God covers our sins in the riches of his grace, by the perfect righteousnesse of Jesus Christ. God covers our Sins in the riches of his grace, by the perfect righteousness of jesus christ. np1 vvz po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 982 Page 304
6040 Now there are two wayes by which God hideth pride from man. First, by pardoning it; Secondly, preventing it. Now there Are two ways by which God Hideth pride from man. First, by pardoning it; Secondly, preventing it. av a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1. ord, p-acp vvg pn31; ord, vvg pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 983 Page 304
6041 Here to hide pride from man, properly, is not to pardon it when acted, but to prevent or keep man from the acting of it; Here to hide pride from man, properly, is not to pardon it when acted, but to prevent or keep man from the acting of it; av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, av-j, vbz xx pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq vvn, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 983 Page 304
6042 God indeed hides the pride of man by pardoning it (and that's a high act of grace) and he hideth pride from man by keeping man from doing proudly, God indeed hides the pride of man by pardoning it (and that's a high act of grace) and he Hideth pride from man by keeping man from doing proudly, np1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg pn31 (cc d|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1) cc pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp vdg av-j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 983 Page 304
6043 or from shewing his pride in his doings. or from showing his pride in his doings. cc p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2-vdg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 983 Page 304
6044 The word rendred pride, signifies Eminency, or Excellency, because men are usually proud of that wherein they are eminent and excell; The word rendered pride, signifies Eminency, or Excellency, Because men Are usually proud of that wherein they Are eminent and excel; dt n1 vvn n1, vvz n1, cc n1, c-acp n2 vbr av-j j pp-f d c-crq pns32 vbr j cc j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 984 Page 304
6045 there lyes the temptation to pride. there lies the temptation to pride. pc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 984 Page 304
6046 And therefore as a man should turne away his eyes from a beautifull harlot, lest she should ensnare him, And Therefore as a man should turn away his eyes from a beautiful harlot, lest she should ensnare him, cc av c-acp dt n1 vmd vvi av po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 984 Page 304
6047 so God hides mans owne beauties, eminencies, and excellencies, even his best workes from him, lest he should be proud of them, and so goe a whoring after them: so God hides men own beauty's, Eminences, and excellencies, even his best works from him, lest he should be proud of them, and so go a whoring After them: av np1 vvz ng1 d n2, n2, cc n2, av po31 js n2 p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vmd vbi j pp-f pno32, cc av vvb dt vvg p-acp pno32: (15) chapter (DIV2) 984 Page 304
6048 or as God did with the body of Moses, he not only buryed him, but hid him (for 'tis sayd, ( Deut: 34.6.) No man knoweth of his sepulcher to this day ) and 'tis well conceived that the reason why God hid his sepulcher, was, or as God did with the body of Moses, he not only buried him, but hid him (for it's said, (Deuteronomy: 34.6.) No man Knoweth of his sepulcher to this day) and it's well conceived that the reason why God hid his sepulcher, was, cc c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 xx av-j vvn pno31, cc-acp vvd pno31 (c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, (j: crd.) dx n1 vvz pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1) cc pn31|vbz av vvn cst dt n1 c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1, vbds, (15) chapter (DIV2) 984 Page 304
6049 lest the people of Israel should be drawne aside to some undue or superstitious veneration of him. lest the people of Israel should be drawn aside to Some undue or superstitious veneration of him. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp d j cc j n1 pp-f pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 984 Page 304
6050 So God hideth (by some meanes or other) that which is most eminent in us, from us, So God Hideth (by Some means or other) that which is most eminent in us, from us, av np1 vvz (p-acp d n2 cc j-jn) cst r-crq vbz av-ds j p-acp pno12, p-acp pno12, (15) chapter (DIV2) 984 Page 304
6051 lest it should draw us aside to some undue estimation of it, and so prove but matter or fewel for pride to kindle upon. lest it should draw us aside to Some undue estimation of it, and so prove but matter or fuel for pride to kindle upon. cs pn31 vmd vvi pno12 av p-acp d j n1 pp-f pn31, cc av vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (15) chapter (DIV2) 984 Page 304
6052 Thus the Lord hideth pride from us, when he hideth that from us, which (considering our corruption) may probably make us proud. Thus the Lord Hideth pride from us, when he Hideth that from us, which (considering our corruption) may probably make us proud. av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns31 vvz cst p-acp pno12, r-crq (vvg po12 n1) vmb av-j vvi pno12 j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 984 Page 304
6053 And the originall word here used to signifie the man from whom God hideth pride, hath a neere cognation to this notion about hiding pride it selfe. And the original word Here used to signify the man from whom God Hideth pride, hath a near cognation to this notion about hiding pride it self. cc dt j-jn n1 av vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz n1, vhz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp vvg n1 pn31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6054 Man is twice exprest in this verse, yet not by the same word; Man is twice expressed in this verse, yet not by the same word; n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d n1, av xx p-acp dt d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6055 The first word notes man in the weaknesse of his constitution, an earthly man; This second notes man in the powerfulness of his condition, a strong man, a mighty man, The First word notes man in the weakness of his constitution, an earthly man; This second notes man in the powerfulness of his condition, a strong man, a mighty man, dt ord n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt j n1; d ord n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6056 an eminent man, a man with all his furniture, in the fullness of his earthly glory and greatness; an eminent man, a man with all his furniture, in the fullness of his earthly glory and greatness; dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6057 when man hath much naturall power, much civill power, with the various additions and ornaments of both these powers upon him, when man hath much natural power, much civil power, with the various additions and Ornament of both these Powers upon him, c-crq n1 vhz d j n1, d j n1, p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d d n2 p-acp pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6058 then man is in greatest danger to be proud, & then God hideth pride from man. And who can hide pride from such a man but God alone. then man is in greatest danger to be proud, & then God Hideth pride from man. And who can hide pride from such a man but God alone. cs n1 vbz p-acp js n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc av np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1. cc r-crq vmb vvi n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp np1 av-j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6059 Men commonly blow up such men with pride by great applauses, and such men have mostly great thoughts and high apprehensions of themselves, Men commonly blow up such men with pride by great applauses, and such men have mostly great thoughts and high apprehensions of themselves, np1 av-j vvi a-acp d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, cc d n2 vhb j j n2 cc j n2 pp-f px32, (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6060 and are very forward to discover (which is the greatest discovery of their weakness) their owne pride. and Are very forward to discover (which is the greatest discovery of their weakness) their own pride. cc vbr av av-j pc-acp vvi (r-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f po32 n1) po32 d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6061 God only hideth pride from man; that is, he makes it not to be, as well as hinders i'ts appearing; God only Hideth pride from man; that is, he makes it not to be, as well as hinders It's appearing; np1 av-j vvz n1 p-acp n1; cst vbz, pns31 vvz pn31 xx pc-acp vbi, c-acp av c-acp vvz po31 vvg; (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6062 that which is hidden is as if it were not. that which is hidden is as if it were not. cst r-crq vbz vvn vbz c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx. (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6063 The word is used in that sense ( Job 3.10.) Because he did not hide sorrow from mine eyes; The word is used in that sense (Job 3.10.) Because he did not hide sorrow from mine eyes; dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 (np1 crd.) c-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi n1 p-acp po11 n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6064 Sorrow is hidden from us when the matter of sorrow is so taken away, that we sorrow not at all. Sorrow is hidden from us when the matter of sorrow is so taken away, that we sorrow not At all. n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn av, cst pns12 n1 xx p-acp d. (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6065 To hide pride is to take away the matter and occasion, the incentives and motives of pride, whatsoever is a nurse of pride, To hide pride is to take away the matter and occasion, the incentives and motives of pride, whatsoever is a nurse of pride, p-acp vvi n1 vbz pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1, dt n2-jn cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6066 or doth encourage the pride of our hearts, that's to hide pride from man. or does encourage the pride of our hearts, that's to hide pride from man. cc vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, d|vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 985 Page 305
6067 Againe, We may take this word, pride, in a large sense, as Comprehending all sin, He withdraweth man from his purpose, and hideth pride; Again, We may take this word, pride, in a large sense, as Comprehending all since, He withdraweth man from his purpose, and Hideth pride; av, pns12 vmb vvi d n1, n1, p-acp dt j n1, c-acp vvg d n1, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 305
6068 that is, sin of all sorts from man; and doubtlesse there is pride of one kinde or other in every act of sin; that is, since of all sorts from man; and doubtless there is pride of one kind or other in every act of since; cst vbz, n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp n1; cc av-j a-acp vbz n1 pp-f crd n1 cc j-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 305
6069 There is a heightening of the spirit against God, some dissatisfaction with the mind and will of God, There is a heightening of the Spirit against God, Some dissatisfaction with the mind and will of God, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 305
6070 and thence a setting up of our will against the will of God in every sinner, especially in bold and wilfull sinners. and thence a setting up of our will against the will of God in every sinner, especially in bold and wilful Sinners. cc av dt vvg a-acp pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, av-j p-acp j cc j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 305
6071 Such sinners would not let the will of God stand, but desire that their own may. This is pride; Such Sinners would not let the will of God stand, but desire that their own may. This is pride; d n2 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb, cc-acp vvb cst po32 d vmb. d vbz n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 305
6072 This in some degree is mingled with every sin, and pride leads to all sin; This in Some degree is mingled with every since, and pride leads to all since; d p-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, cc n1 vvz p-acp d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 305
6073 therefore in Scripture sometimes an humble or meek man is oppos'd, not only to a proud man in speciall, Therefore in Scripture sometime an humble or meek man is opposed, not only to a proud man in special, av p-acp n1 av dt j cc j n1 vbz vvn, xx av-j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 305
6074 but to a wicked man in generall ( Psal: 147.6.) The Lord lifteth up the meek, he casteth the wicked down to the ground. but to a wicked man in general (Psalm: 147.6.) The Lord lifts up the meek, he Cast the wicked down to the ground. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvz a-acp dt j, pns31 vvz dt j a-acp p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 305
6075 Where the wicked man in the latter part of the verse, stands in opposition to the meek or humble man in the former part of it. Where the wicked man in the latter part of the verse, Stands in opposition to the meek or humble man in the former part of it. c-crq dt j n1 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 306
6076 Nor can it be denyed, but that as pride is in it selfe a very great wickedness, Nor can it be denied, but that as pride is in it self a very great wickedness, ccx vmb pn31 vbi vvn, cc-acp cst p-acp n1 vbz p-acp pn31 n1 dt j j n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 306
6077 so it gives a propension and fitnesse for the doing of all manner of wickednesse. so it gives a propension and fitness for the doing of all manner of wickedness. av pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 306
6078 And thus take it in the largest sense, 'tis a truth that God hideth pride, that is, every sin from man, otherwise he would soone shew forth any sin as much as pride. And thus take it in the Largest sense, it's a truth that God Hideth pride, that is, every since from man, otherwise he would soon show forth any since as much as pride. cc av vvb pn31 p-acp dt js n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvz n1, cst vbz, d n1 p-acp n1, av pns31 vmd av vvi av d n1 c-acp d c-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 306
6079 But I rather keep to that strictnesse of Interpretation here, as pride is oppos'd to humilitie, which is not only a choyce grace, But I rather keep to that strictness of Interpretation Here, as pride is opposed to humility, which is not only a choice grace, p-acp pns11 av-c vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 av, c-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vbz xx av-j dt n1 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 306
6080 but the ornament of all those graces which are hidden in the heart, and held out in the life of a gracious man. but the ornament of all those graces which Are hidden in the heart, and held out in the life of a gracious man. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 306
6081 And thus the Lord by exercising man with dreams and visions in his affliction, doth first stop and check the very purposes of evill, that they come not to act, And thus the Lord by exercising man with dreams and visions in his affliction, does First stop and check the very Purposes of evil, that they come not to act, cc av dt n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, vdz ord vvi cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f n-jn, cst pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi, (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 306
6082 and when man hath brought to passe or acted any good purpose, he keeps him from ostentation. He hideth pride from man. and when man hath brought to pass or acted any good purpose, he keeps him from ostentation. He Hideth pride from man. cc c-crq n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvd d j n1, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp n1. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 986 Page 306
6083 It being the Lords designe to hide pride from man, by those fore-named dispensations. Observe, First. It being the lords Design to hide pride from man, by those forenamed dispensations. Observe, First. pn31 vbg dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d j n2. vvb, ord. (15) chapter (DIV2) 987 Page 306
6084 Man is naturally much disposed and very prone to pride. Man is naturally much disposed and very prove to pride. n1 vbz av-j av-d vvn cc av j p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 988 Page 306
6085 Those things which Children are apt to abuse or hurt themselves with, their parents hide from them; Those things which Children Are apt to abuse or hurt themselves with, their Parents hide from them; d n2 r-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi px32 p-acp, po32 n2 vvi p-acp pno32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6086 They will hide edge-tooles from them, lest they get a wound by medling with them; They will hide fruit from them, lest by eating overmuch they get a surfet. They will hide edge-tools from them, lest they get a wound by meddling with them; They will hide fruit from them, lest by eating overmuch they get a surfeit. pns32 vmb vvi n2 p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno32; pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno32, cs p-acp vvg av pns32 vvb dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6087 Thus the Lord our tender father often hides all the means and occasions of pride from the eyes of his children, Thus the Lord our tender father often hides all the means and occasions of pride from the eyes of his children, av dt n1 po12 j n1 av vvz d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6088 because they are so ready to boast and lift up themselves in pride. Because they Are so ready to boast and lift up themselves in pride. c-acp pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp px32 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6089 Man (as was shewed at the 13th verse of the former Chapter) is a proud piece of flesh, Man (as was showed At the 13th verse of the former Chapter) is a proud piece of Flesh, n1 (c-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1) vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6090 and hath much proud flesh in him. and hath much proud Flesh in him. cc vhz d j n1 p-acp pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6091 The Prophet saith ( Ezek: 7.10.) Pride hath budded; pride hath a roote, and it brings forth fruit. The Prophet Says (Ezekiel: 7.10.) Pride hath budded; pride hath a root, and it brings forth fruit. dt n1 vvz (np1: crd.) n1 vhz vvn; n1 vhz dt n1, cc pn31 vvz av n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6092 There is a two-fold pride, or pride of two sorts. First, secret unseene pride, or pride of heart; There is a twofold pride, or pride of two sorts. First, secret unseen pride, or pride of heart; pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1, cc n1 pp-f crd n2. ord, j-jn j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6093 Secondly, open visible pride, or pride of life. In allusion to the Prophets metaphor, we may say, there is pride in the bud, Secondly, open visible pride, or pride of life. In allusion to the prophets metaphor, we may say, there is pride in the bud, ord, j j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. p-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, pns12 vmb vvi, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6094 and pride in the roote, pride buddeth outwardly. and pride in the root, pride buddeth outwardly. cc n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 vvz av-j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 989 Page 306
6130 many look not after the beauty of holinesse, while they doat upon the beauty of their owne comelinesse; many look not After the beauty of holiness, while they dote upon the beauty of their own comeliness; d vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 998 Page 308
6095 First, At the tongue, men speak proud words, they speak boastingly and vaine-gloriously ( Psal: 75.5.) Speak not with a stiff neck, that is, speak not proudly. First, At the tongue, men speak proud words, they speak boastingly and vaingloriously (Psalm: 75.5.) Speak not with a stiff neck, that is, speak not proudly. ord, p-acp dt n1, n2 vvb j n2, pns32 vvb av-j cc j (np1: crd.) vvb xx p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz, vvb xx av-j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 990 Page 306
6096 Pride budded at the tongue of Nebuchadnezzar (Dan: 4.30.) when he walked in his Pallace and said, Is not this great Babell that I have built for the house of the kingdome, by the might of my power, Pride budded At the tongue of Nebuchadnezzar (Dan: 4.30.) when he walked in his Palace and said, Is not this great Babel that I have built for the house of the Kingdom, by the might of my power, n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (uh: crd.) c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 cc vvd, vbz xx d j np1 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 990 Page 307
6097 and for the honour of my Majesty. Here was pride budding at the tongue. Secondly, Pride buddeth also at the eye, in scornfull lofty looks. and for the honour of my Majesty. Here was pride budding At the tongue. Secondly, Pride buddeth also At the eye, in scornful lofty looks. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. av vbds n1 vvg p-acp dt n1. ord, n1 vvz av p-acp dt n1, p-acp j j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 990 Page 307
6098 David profest that his heart was not haughty, nor his eyes lofty (Psal: 131.1.) The haughtiness of many mens hearts may be seene at those windowes of the body, the eyes, in lofty looks. David professed that his heart was not haughty, nor his eyes lofty (Psalm: 131.1.) The haughtiness of many men's hearts may be seen At those windows of the body, the eyes, in lofty looks. np1 vvd d po31 n1 vbds xx j, ccx po31 n2 j (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f d ng2 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2, p-acp j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 991 Page 307
6099 These are threatned with a downfall ( Psal: 18.27.) The Lord will bring downe high lookes, that is, proud men who looke highly. These Are threatened with a downfall (Psalm: 18.27.) The Lord will bring down high looks, that is, proud men who look highly. d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp j n2, cst vbz, j n2 r-crq vvb av-j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 991 Page 307
6100 And againe ( Isa: 2.11.) The lofty lookes of man shall be humbled, and the haughtiness of man shall be bowed downe. And again (Isaiah: 2.11.) The lofty looks of man shall be humbled, and the haughtiness of man shall be bowed down. cc av (np1: crd.) dt j n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp. (15) chapter (DIV2) 991 Page 307
6101 Once more saith the Lord ( Isa: 10.13.) I will punish the fruit of the stout heart of the King of Asyria, Once more Says the Lord (Isaiah: 10.13.) I will Punish the fruit of the stout heart of the King of Assyria, a-acp av-dc vvz dt n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 991 Page 307
6102 and the glory of his high lookes. and the glory of his high looks. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 991 Page 307
6103 There we have pride in the roote, a stout heart, and pride in the fruit, high lookes. (Isa: There we have pride in the root, a stout heart, and pride in the fruit, high looks. (Isaiah: a-acp pns12 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, j n2. (np1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 991 Page 307
6104 3.11.) The shew of their Countenance testifieth against them; 3.11.) The show of their Countenance Testifieth against them; crd.) dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vvz p-acp pno32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 991 Page 307
6105 that is, they look proudly, though (which should lay them in the dust) they live very lewdly, that is, they look proudly, though (which should lay them in the dust) they live very lewdly, cst vbz, pns32 vvb av-j, cs (r-crq vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1) pns32 vvb av av-j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 991 Page 307
6106 yea they are proud of their lewdness. yea they Are proud of their Lewdness. uh pns32 vbr j pp-f po32 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 991 Page 307
6107 Thirdly, How often doth pride bud in apparell, in vaine fashions, and new-fangled attires, in the affected adornings and trimmings of a body of clay? What are these but the buddings of pride? yea the flaggs and banners of pride. Thirdly, How often does pride bud in apparel, in vain fashions, and newfangled attires, in the affected adornings and trimmings of a body of clay? What Are these but the buddings of pride? yea the flags and banners of pride. ord, c-crq av vdz n1 vvi p-acp n1, p-acp j n2, cc j n2, p-acp dt j-vvn n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vbr d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? uh dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 992 Page 307
6108 Some are as proud of their gay dresses, as the Peacock of his feathers. some Are as proud of their gay Dresses, as the Peacock of his Feathers. d vbr p-acp j pp-f po32 j n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 992 Page 307
6109 We commonly say, Fine feathers make fine birds, but how foolish are those birds that are proud of Feathers! We commonly say, Fine Feathers make fine Birds, but how foolish Are those Birds that Are proud of Feathers! pns12 av-j vvb, j n2 vvb j n2, p-acp c-crq j vbr d n2 cst vbr j pp-f n2! (15) chapter (DIV2) 992 Page 307
6110 Secondly, There is pride of heart, or pride budding in the spirit of man, which doth not shew it selfe; only the mind swels within. Secondly, There is pride of heart, or pride budding in the Spirit of man, which does not show it self; only the mind Swells within. ord, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vdz xx vvi pn31 n1; av-j dt n1 vvz a-acp. (15) chapter (DIV2) 993 Page 307
6111 When men have high thoughts of themselves (though they doe not (as the Apostle Jude hath it) speake great swelling words of vanity, When men have high thoughts of themselves (though they do not (as the Apostle U^de hath it) speak great swelling words of vanity, c-crq n2 vhb j n2 pp-f px32 (cs pns32 vdb xx (c-acp dt n1 np1 vhz pn31) vvb j j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 993 Page 307
6112 yet they have great swelling thoughts of vanity, then pride buddeth in their spirits, their minds swell, yet they have great swelling thoughts of vanity, then pride buddeth in their spirits, their minds swell, av pns32 vhb j j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, cs n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2, po32 n2 vvi, (15) chapter (DIV2) 993 Page 307
6113 and the mind will swell more then the tongue. The tongue swells mightily, but the heart much more. and the mind will swell more then the tongue. The tongue Swells mightily, but the heart much more. cc dt n1 vmb vvi av-dc cs dt n1. dt n1 vvz av-j, cc-acp dt n1 av-d av-dc. (15) chapter (DIV2) 993 Page 307
6151 And ( Hab: 1.16.) we have the Chaldeans sacrificing to their net, and burning incense to their drage, And (Hab: 1.16.) we have the Chaldeans sacrificing to their net, and burning incense to their drage, cc (fw-ge: crd.) pns12 vhb dt np1 vvg p-acp po32 n1, cc j-vvg n1 p-acp po32 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1001 Page 309
6114 The spirit of a man may lift up it selfe on high, when the man looks very demurely. ( Hab: 2.4.) Behold, his soule which is lifted up, is not upright in him; The Spirit of a man may lift up it self on high, when the man looks very demurely. (Hab: 2.4.) Behold, his soul which is lifted up, is not upright in him; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp pn31 n1 p-acp j, c-crq dt n1 vvz av av-j. (fw-ge: crd.) vvb, po31 n1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp, vbz xx av-j p-acp pno31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 993 Page 307
6115 If the soule be lifted up, the man falls; He that is high-minded, cannot be upright in his minde. If the soul be lifted up, the man falls; He that is High-minded, cannot be upright in his mind. cs dt n1 vbb vvn a-acp, dt n1 vvz; pns31 cst vbz j, vmbx vbi av-j p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 993 Page 307
6116 It may be questioned, Whence it cometh to passe, that the soule of man is so much and so often lifted up with pride? What causeth this swelling and heaving of his spirit? I answer, It may be questioned, Whence it comes to pass, that the soul of man is so much and so often lifted up with pride? What Causes this swelling and heaving of his Spirit? I answer, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av av-d cc av av vvn a-acp p-acp n1? q-crq vvz d j-vvg cc n-vvg pp-f po31 n1? pns11 vvb, (15) chapter (DIV2) 994 Page 308
6117 First, Some are proud of their birth, either, that they are borne of great men, or that they are borne of good men. First, some Are proud of their birth, either, that they Are born of great men, or that they Are born of good men. ord, d vbr j pp-f po32 n1, av-d, cst pns32 vbr vvn pp-f j n2, cc cst pns32 vbr vvn pp-f j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 995 Page 308
6118 The Baptist admonished the Jewes of this piece of pride ( Math: 3.19.) Thinke not to say within your selves, we have Abraham to our father. The Baptist admonished the Jews of this piece of pride (Math: 3.19.) Think not to say within your selves, we have Abraham to our father. dt n1 vvd dt np2 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, pns12 vhb np1 p-acp po12 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 995 Page 308
6119 As if he had sayd, I well perceive what makes you (as we speake proverbially) stand so much upon your pantafloes? and talk within your selves, at such a rate of your selves, is it not because you are of Abrahams stock? But I say unto you, let not your heart swell with these thoughts, we are Children of Abraham; As if he had said, I well perceive what makes you (as we speak proverbially) stand so much upon your pantafloes? and talk within your selves, At such a rate of your selves, is it not Because you Are of Abrahams stock? But I say unto you, let not your heart swell with these thoughts, we Are Children of Abraham; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 av vvb r-crq vvz pn22 (c-acp pns12 vvb av-j) vvb av av-d p-acp po22 n2? cc vvb p-acp po22 n2, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, vbz pn31 xx c-acp pn22 vbr pp-f npg1 n1? p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vvb xx po22 n1 vvi p-acp d n2, pns12 vbr n2 pp-f np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 995 Page 308
6120 for God is able even of these stones to raise up children to Abraham; for God is able even of these stones to raise up children to Abraham; p-acp np1 vbz j av pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 p-acp np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 995 Page 308
6121 that is, God will not want a people, though he should lay you aside, and entertaine you no longer for his people. that is, God will not want a people, though he should lay you aside, and entertain you no longer for his people. cst vbz, np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi pn22 av, cc vvi pn22 av-dx av-jc p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 995 Page 308
6122 Secondly, Others are proud of riches, yea they boast of the multitude of their riches (Psal: 49.6.) Even they who desire to hide their riches as much as they can, Secondly, Others Are proud of riches, yea they boast of the multitude of their riches (Psalm: 49.6.) Even they who desire to hide their riches as much as they can, ord, n2-jn vbr j pp-f n2, uh pns32 vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 (np1: crd.) j pns32 r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n2 c-acp d c-acp pns32 vmb, (15) chapter (DIV2) 996 Page 308
6123 yet cannot but tell the world they are proud of their riches, so proud, that they slight and contemne all men that have not as much riches as they; yet cannot but tell the world they Are proud of their riches, so proud, that they slight and contemn all men that have not as much riches as they; av vmbx cc-acp vvi dt n1 pns32 vbr j pp-f po32 n2, av j, cst pns32 j cc vvi d n2 cst vhb xx p-acp d n2 c-acp pns32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 996 Page 308
6124 O what rejoycings have most rich men over their riches? Hezekiah a great King and a Good man (a rare conjunction) had much of that upon his spirit ( Isa: 39.2.) when Ambassadours came from Babylon, He was glad of them, Oh what rejoicings have most rich men over their riches? Hezekiah a great King and a Good man (a rare conjunction) had much of that upon his Spirit (Isaiah: 39.2.) when ambassadors Come from Babylon, He was glad of them, uh q-crq n2 vhb av-ds j n2 p-acp po32 n2? np1 dt j n1 cc dt j n1 (dt j n1) vhd d pp-f d p-acp po31 n1 (np1: crd.) q-crq n2 vvd p-acp np1, pns31 vbds j pp-f pno32, (15) chapter (DIV2) 996 Page 308
6125 and shewed them all his treasure; and showed them all his treasure; cc vvd pno32 d po31 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 996 Page 308
6126 He affected they should see what a rich King he was, and what masses of Gold and silver as well as what multitudes of men were at his command. He affected they should see what a rich King he was, and what masses of Gold and silver as well as what Multitudes of men were At his command. pns31 vvd pns32 vmd vvi r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbds, cc r-crq n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp av c-acp r-crq n2 pp-f n2 vbdr p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 996 Page 308
6127 Thirdly, Many are proud of their honours and powers in the world; They are high-minded, because they are set in high places; Thirdly, Many Are proud of their honours and Powers in the world; They Are High-minded, Because they Are Set in high places; ord, d vbr j pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; pns32 vbr j, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 997 Page 308
6128 'Tis a dishonour to some great men that they have not truely great spirits. And 'tis the temptation of all great men to have proud spirits. It's a dishonour to Some great men that they have not truly great spirits. And it's the temptation of all great men to have proud spirits. pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp d j n2 cst pns32 vhb xx av-j j n2. cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pc-acp vhi j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 997 Page 308
6129 Fourthly, Not a few are proud of their bodyly perfections and strength; many a soule is defiled and deformed with pride by the bodyes beauty and fairenesse; Fourthly, Not a few Are proud of their bodily perfections and strength; many a soul is defiled and deformed with pride by the bodies beauty and fairness; ord, xx dt d vbr j pp-f po32 j n2 cc n1; d dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 998 Page 308
6131 they see themselves in their beauty, till they are proud of it, and care not (which should be our greatest care, they see themselves in their beauty, till they Are proud of it, and care not (which should be our greatest care, pns32 vvb px32 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f pn31, cc vvb xx (r-crq vmd vbi po12 js n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 998 Page 308
6132 and shall be our greatest priviledge, Isa: 33.17.) to see the King in his beauty. and shall be our greatest privilege, Isaiah: 33.17.) to see the King in his beauty. cc vmb vbi po12 js n1, np1: crd.) pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 998 Page 308
6133 As some trust in their spirituall beauty ( Ezek: 16.15.) so others over-weene their corporall, both are the effects of pride; As Some trust in their spiritual beauty (Ezekiel: 16.15.) so Others overween their corporal, both Are the effects of pride; p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 j n1 (np1: crd.) av n2-jn j po32 j, d vbr dt n2 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 998 Page 308
6134 and the first is by so much the worse of the two, by how much it riseth from a better object. and the First is by so much the Worse of the two, by how much it Riseth from a better Object. cc dt ord vbz p-acp av av-d dt jc pp-f dt crd, p-acp c-crq av-d pn31 vvz p-acp dt jc n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 998 Page 308
6135 Fifthly, Many are proud of their naturall parts, proud of their gifts, proud of their wit, proud of their memory, proud of their eloquence and abilities of speaking. Fifthly, Many Are proud of their natural parts, proud of their Gifts, proud of their wit, proud of their memory, proud of their eloquence and abilities of speaking. ord, d vbr j pp-f po32 j n2, j pp-f po32 n2, j pp-f po32 n1, j pp-f po32 n1, j pp-f po32 n1 cc n2 pp-f vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 999 Page 309
6136 As knowledge it selfe puffeth up (1 Cor: 8.1.) so doe all those endowments which serve either for the getting or expressing of our knowledge. As knowledge it self Puffeth up (1 Cor: 8.1.) so do all those endowments which serve either for the getting or expressing of our knowledge. p-acp n1 pn31 n1 vvz a-acp (vvn fw-la: crd.) av vdb d d n2 r-crq vvb av-d p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 999 Page 309
6137 Gifts and abilities, whether naturall or improved and acquired, doe not more fit us for service, Gifts and abilities, whither natural or improved and acquired, do not more fit us for service, n2 cc n2, cs j cc vvn cc vvn, vdb xx av-dc j pno12 p-acp n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 999 Page 309
6138 then tempt us to and (unlesse grace worke mightily) taint us with pride. then tempt us to and (unless grace work mightily) taint us with pride. av vvb pno12 a-acp cc (cs n1 vvb av-j) vvb pno12 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 999 Page 309
6139 Sixthly, As many are proud of what they have, so others are proud of what they have done, they are proud of their actions, their spirits swell with the thoughts of their owne workes. Sixthly, As many Are proud of what they have, so Others Are proud of what they have done, they Are proud of their actions, their spirits swell with the thoughts of their own works. j, c-acp d vbr j pp-f r-crq pns32 vhb, av n2-jn vbr j pp-f r-crq pns32 vhb vdn, pns32 vbr j pp-f po32 n2, po32 n2 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6140 Some are so wicked, that they are proud of their evill workes. some Are so wicked, that they Are proud of their evil works. d vbr av j, cst pns32 vbr j pp-f po32 j-jn n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6141 The Apostle saith, They glory in their shame (Phil: 3.19.) David complain'd of many ( Psal: 4.) who turned his glory into shame; The Apostle Says, They glory in their shame (Philip: 3.19.) David complained of many (Psalm: 4.) who turned his glory into shame; dt n1 vvz, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1 (np1: crd.) np1 vvd pp-f d (np1: crd) r-crq vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6142 but these turne their shame into glory, that is, they are proud of that for which they ought to be ashamed. but these turn their shame into glory, that is, they Are proud of that for which they ought to be ashamed. p-acp d vvb po32 n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz, pns32 vbr j pp-f d p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6143 Now if some are proud of the evill, of the mischief which they have done, Now if Some Are proud of the evil, of the mischief which they have done, av cs d vbr j pp-f dt j-jn, pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vdn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6144 how easily may we grow proud of the good which we have done? proud of our duties, proud of our righteous deeds, proud of our charitable deeds to men, proud of our prayers to God, proud of our zeale for God, how Easily may we grow proud of the good which we have done? proud of our duties, proud of our righteous Deeds, proud of our charitable Deeds to men, proud of our Prayers to God, proud of our zeal for God, c-crq av-j vmb pns12 vvi j pp-f dt j r-crq pns12 vhb vdn? j pp-f po12 n2, j pp-f po12 j n2, j pp-f po12 j n2 p-acp n2, j pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, j pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6145 as Jehu was who sayd, Come and see my zeale for the Lord. as Jehu was who said, Come and see my zeal for the Lord. c-acp np1 vbds r-crq vvd, vvb cc vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6146 The heart of a good man may soone have too much to doe with what he hath done, his thoughts may quickly worke too much towards and upon his owne workes. The heart of a good man may soon have too much to do with what he hath done, his thoughts may quickly work too much towards and upon his own works. dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb av vhi av av-d pc-acp vdi p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn, po31 n2 vmb av-j vvi av av-d p-acp cc p-acp po31 d n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6147 But as for hypocrites and selfe-seekers, who doe good to be seene of men, they cannot forbeare seeing it themselves, But as for Hypocrites and self-seekers, who do good to be seen of men, they cannot forbear seeing it themselves, cc-acp c-acp p-acp n2 cc j, q-crq vdb j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2, pns32 vmbx vvi vvg pn31 px32, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6148 and surely that sight of the eye cannot but affect the heart with pride. and surely that sighed of the eye cannot but affect the heart with pride. cc av-j d n1 pp-f dt n1 vmbx cc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1000 Page 309
6149 Seventhly, Pride riseth often from the successe of what is attempted and done, men are proud of victories. Seventhly, Pride Riseth often from the success of what is attempted and done, men Are proud of victories. crd, n1 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn cc vdn, n2 vbr j pp-f n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1001 Page 309
6150 The Assyrian is described ( Isa: 10.13, 14.) triumphing and insulting, because he had put downe the nations as a valiant man. The assyrian is described (Isaiah: 10.13, 14.) triumphing and insulting, Because he had put down the Nations as a valiant man. dt jp vbz vvn (np1: crd, crd) vvg cc vvg, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1001 Page 309
6152 because by them their portion is fat, and their meat plenteous; that is, they boasted of and gloried in their great atchievements in warre; Because by them their portion is fat, and their meat plenteous; that is, they boasted of and gloried in their great achievements in war; c-acp p-acp pno32 po32 n1 vbz j, cc po32 n1 j; cst vbz, pns32 vvd pp-f cc vvn p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1001 Page 309
6153 so it seemes to be explained in the next words ( v. 17.) Shall they therefore empty their net, so it seems to be explained in the next words (v. 17.) Shall they Therefore empty their net, av pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n2 (n1 crd) vmb pns32 av vvb po32 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1001 Page 309
6154 and not spare continually to slay the nations? Eighthly, Pride springeth out of the very mercies and salvation of God. and not spare continually to slay the Nations? Eighthly, Pride springs out of the very Mercies and salvation of God. cc xx vvi av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2? j, n1 vvz av pp-f dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1001 Page 309
6155 Thus 'tis sayd of Hezekiah (2 Chron: 32.25.) after he had received two great mercies; Thus it's said of Hezekiah (2 Chronicles: 32.25.) After he had received two great Mercies; av pn31|vbz vvn pp-f np1 (crd n1: crd.) c-acp pns31 vhd vvn crd j n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1002 Page 310
6156 First, deliverance from a great enemy; and, Secondly, from a great sicknesse; First, deliverance from a great enemy; and, Secondly, from a great sickness; ord, n1 p-acp dt j n1; cc, ord, p-acp dt j n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1002 Page 310
6157 He rendred not againe according to the benefit done unto him, for his heart was lifted up. He rendered not again according to the benefit done unto him, for his heart was lifted up. pns31 vvd xx av vvg p-acp dt n1 vdn p-acp pno31, c-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1002 Page 310
6158 How lifted up? not in thankfulnesse, for he rendred not according to the kindnesse, but in pride and high-mindednesse; How lifted up? not in thankfulness, for he rendered not according to the kindness, but in pride and high-mindedness; q-crq vvd a-acp? xx p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvd xx vvg p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1002 Page 310
6159 for presently it is said ( v. 26.) Notwithstanding Hezekiah humbled himselfe for the pride of his heart. for presently it is said (v. 26.) Notwithstanding Hezekiah humbled himself for the pride of his heart. c-acp av-j pn31 vbz vvd (n1 crd) a-acp np1 vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1002 Page 310
6160 Ninthly, The heart is lifted up and waxeth proud with Church-Priviledges; Some say, they are in the Church, or they are the Church; Ninthly, The heart is lifted up and Waxes proud with Church-Priviledges; some say, they Are in the Church, or they Are the Church; ord, dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp cc vvz j p-acp n2; d vvb, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vbr dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6161 they enjoy pure ordinances and administrations of holy worship above others. they enjoy pure ordinances and administrations of holy worship above Others. pns32 vvb j n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2-jn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6162 For this kind of pride the Prophet reproved the Jewes (Jer: 7.3, 4.) Heare ye the word of the Lord, all ye of Judah, that enter in at these gates to worship the Lord, &c. Trust ye not in lying words, saying, The temple of the Lord, the temple of the Lord are we; For this kind of pride the Prophet reproved the Jews (Jer: 7.3, 4.) Hear you the word of the Lord, all you of Judah, that enter in At these gates to worship the Lord, etc. Trust you not in lying words, saying, The temple of the Lord, the temple of the Lord Are we; p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 vvd dt np2 (n1: crd, crd) vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d pn22 pp-f np1, cst vvb p-acp p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, av vvb pn22 xx p-acp vvg n2, vvg, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr pns12; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6163 The temple of the Lord are these; The temple of the Lord Are these; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr d; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6164 As if he had sayd, Be not proud of the Temple (what we trust to, besides God, we are proud of) nor of your Temple priviledges, you will find no sanctuary, no security there, unlesse you amend your wayes; As if he had said, Be not proud of the Temple (what we trust to, beside God, we Are proud of) nor of your Temple privileges, you will find no sanctuary, no security there, unless you amend your ways; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vbb xx j pp-f dt n1 (r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, p-acp np1, pns12 vbr j pp-f) cc pp-f po22 n1 n2, pn22 vmb vvi dx n1, dx n1 a-acp, cs pn22 vvb po22 n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6165 these things will doe you no good, except you be better. these things will do you no good, except you be better. d n2 vmb vdi pn22 dx j, c-acp pn22 vbb j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6166 The Jewes were taxed also by the Apostle for such a proud cry ( Rom: 2.17.) Thou makest thy boast of God; The Jews were taxed also by the Apostle for such a proud cry (Rom: 2.17.) Thou Makest thy boast of God; dt np2 vbdr vvn av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt j n1 (np1: crd.) pns21 vv2 po21 n1 pp-f np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6167 and can a man doe better then to boast of God? but they swell'd with pride, they did not rejoyce with thankfulnesse, they contemn'd others, and can a man do better then to boast of God? but they swelled with pride, they did not rejoice with thankfulness, they contemned Others, cc vmb dt n1 vdb jc cs pc-acp vvi pp-f np1? cc-acp pns32 vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vdd xx vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vvd n2-jn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6168 as if God were a God to them only, and saw somewhat in them above others, as if God were a God to them only, and saw somewhat in them above Others, c-acp cs np1 vbdr dt n1 p-acp pno32 av-j, cc vvd av p-acp pno32 p-acp n2-jn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6169 as the reason why he chose them for his people above others. This was pride of spirit, or spirituall pride. as the reason why he chosen them for his people above Others. This was pride of Spirit, or spiritual pride. c-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2-jn. d vbds n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6170 And againe to the Jew (v. 22.) Thou that makest thy boast of the Law; And again to the Jew (v. 22.) Thou that Makest thy boast of the Law; cc av p-acp dt np1 (n1 crd) pns21 cst vv2 po21 n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6171 And is it not our duty to boast of the law or word of God? But the Apostle saw them proud of the Law, not obedient to it; And is it not our duty to boast of the law or word of God? But the Apostle saw them proud of the Law, not obedient to it; cc vbz pn31 xx po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? p-acp dt n1 vvd pno32 j pp-f dt n1, xx j p-acp pn31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6172 He perceived their hearts were lifted up in their priviledge of having the letter of the Law, He perceived their hearts were lifted up in their privilege of having the Letter of the Law, pns31 vvd po32 n2 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n1 pp-f vhg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6173 while both their hearts and lives were unconformed and unsubdued to the spirituallnesse of the Law. while both their hearts and lives were unconformed and unsubdued to the spirituallnesse of the Law. cs d po32 n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn cc j-vvn-u p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1003 Page 310
6174 Tenthly, Pride is ready to rise in the heart of man from that divine light & those extraordinary Revelations which he receives from God; Tenthly, Pride is ready to rise in the heart of man from that divine Light & those extraordinary Revelations which he receives from God; ord, n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j-jn n1 cc d j n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1004 Page 310
6175 and it is hard to keep the heart under when God discovers very much of himselfe to man. and it is hard to keep the heart under when God discovers very much of himself to man. cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp c-crq np1 vvz av av-d pp-f px31 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1004 Page 310
6176 This was Pauls case (2 Cor: 12.7.) Lest I should be lifted up above measure through the aboundance of revelations, there was given me a thorne in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me. This was Paul's case (2 Cor: 12.7.) Lest I should be lifted up above measure through the abundance of revelations, there was given me a thorn in the Flesh, the Messenger of Satan to buffet me. d vbds npg1 n1 (crd fw-la: crd.) cs pns11 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbds vvn pno11 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno11. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1004 Page 311
6177 Even Paul in that case needed a thorne in his flesh to let out or prevent the Impostumation of his spirit. Even Paul in that case needed a thorn in his Flesh to let out or prevent the Impostumation of his Spirit. av-j np1 p-acp d n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1004 Page 311
6178 Some conceive the reason why the Prophet Ezekiel is so often called, Son of Man, was to keepe him humble, some conceive the reason why the Prophet Ezekielem is so often called, Son of Man, was to keep him humble, d vvb dt n1 c-crq dt n1 np1 vbz av av vvn, n1 pp-f n1, vbds pc-acp vvi pno31 j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1004 Page 311
6179 while he had many revelations from God. while he had many revelations from God. cs pns31 vhd d n2 p-acp np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1004 Page 311
6180 Eleventhly, Some have been proud not only of divine and heavenly, but of diabolicall and hellish Revelations. Eleventhly, some have been proud not only of divine and heavenly, but of diabolical and hellish Revelations. ord, d vhb vbn j xx av-j pp-f j-jn cc j, cc-acp pp-f j cc j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1005 Page 311
6181 We read of one Theudas boasting himselfe to be some body (Acts 5.36.) This vaine man pretended revelations from God, which were indeed from the Devill; We read of one Theudas boasting himself to be Some body (Acts 5.36.) This vain man pretended revelations from God, which were indeed from the devil; pns12 vvb pp-f crd np1 vvg px31 pc-acp vbi d n1 (n2 crd.) d j n1 j-vvn n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vbdr av p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1005 Page 311
6182 And he swell'd with this conceit, boasted himselfe to be some body, that is, he thought himselfe to be every body; as if the perfections of all men were Center'd in him, And he swelled with this conceit, boasted himself to be Some body, that is, he Thought himself to be every body; as if the perfections of all men were Centered in him, cc pns31 vvn p-acp d n1, vvd px31 pc-acp vbi d n1, cst vbz, pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi d n1; c-acp cs dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1005 Page 311
6183 or as if all others were no body, and he himselfe the only some body. The Apostle ( Acts 8.9.) speaking of Symon, who had used sorcery and bewitched the people of Samaria, saith, He gave out that himselfe was some great one; or as if all Others were no body, and he himself the only Some body. The Apostle (Acts 8.9.) speaking of Symon, who had used sorcery and bewitched the people of Samaria, Says, He gave out that himself was Some great one; cc c-acp cs d n2-jn vbdr dx n1, cc pns31 px31 dt j d n1. dt n1 (n2 crd.) vvg pp-f np1, r-crq vhd vvn n1 cc vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz, pns31 vvd av cst px31 vbds d j pi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1005 Page 311
6184 he swell'd with pride from his diabolicall Revelations; he swelled with pride from his diabolical Revelations; pns31 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1005 Page 311
6185 giving out not only (as Theudas ) that he was some body, but that he was some great one. Though indeed for a man to report himselfe some body, is (as both learned Grecians and Latines noted in the Margin tell us) to report himselfe a Great one. giving out not only (as Theudas) that he was Some body, but that he was Some great one. Though indeed for a man to report himself Some body, is (as both learned Greeks and Latins noted in the Margin tell us) to report himself a Great one. vvg av xx av-j (c-acp np1) cst pns31 vbds d n1, p-acp cst pns31 vbds d j pi. cs av c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 d n1, vbz (c-acp d j njp2 cc np1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vvb pno12) pc-acp vvi px31 dt j pi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1005 Page 311
6186 And who are greater in pride, then they who make Great reports of themselves, or report themselves great? And who Are greater in pride, then they who make Great reports of themselves, or report themselves great? cc q-crq vbr jc p-acp n1, cs pns32 r-crq vvb j n2 pp-f px32, cc vvi px32 j? (15) chapter (DIV2) 1005 Page 311
6187 How great a proneness there is in the heart of man to pride, may appeare by all these instances; How great a proneness there is in the heart of man to pride, may appear by all these instances; c-crq j dt n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp d d n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1006 Page 311
6188 by which it appeares that as there is much pride abiding in man, so by all or any of these occasions it is dayly budding out, by which it appears that as there is much pride abiding in man, so by all or any of these occasions it is daily budding out, p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz cst a-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 vvg p-acp n1, av p-acp d cc d pp-f d n2 pn31 vbz av-j vvg av, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1006 Page 311
6189 unlesse God hide it from man, and nip it in the bud. Yet here it may be questioned; unless God hide it from man, and nip it in the bud. Yet Here it may be questioned; cs np1 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1. av av pn31 vmb vbi vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1006 Page 311
6190 Whence it cometh to passe, that man is so prone to pride? or what is the spring of it? I answer; Whence it comes to pass, that man is so prove to pride? or what is the spring of it? I answer; c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst n1 vbz av j p-acp n1? cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31? pns11 vvb; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1007 Page 311
6191 First, Pride springs from Inordinate selfe-love, (2 Tim: 3.2.) Men shall be lovers of their own selves, Covetous, Boasters, Proud. First, Pride springs from Inordinate Self-love, (2 Tim: 3.2.) Men shall be lovers of their own selves, Covetous, Boaster's, Proud. ord, n1 vvz p-acp j n1, (crd np1: crd.) n2 vmb vbi n2 pp-f po32 d n2, j, ng1, j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 311
6192 They that are undue lovers of themselves, or in love with themselves, they presently grow proud of themselves. They that Are undue lovers of themselves, or in love with themselves, they presently grow proud of themselves. pns32 d vbr j n2 pp-f px32, cc p-acp n1 p-acp px32, pns32 av-j vvb j pp-f px32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 311
6193 Selfe-love, and selfe-flattery, are glasses in which if a man look upon himselfe, he appears double to what he is, Self-love, and Self-flattery, Are glasses in which if a man look upon himself, he appears double to what he is, n1, cc n1, vbr n2 p-acp r-crq cs dt n1 vvb p-acp px31, pns31 vvz j-jn p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 311
6194 or much greater then what he really is. or much greater then what he really is. cc d jc cs r-crq pns31 av-j vbz. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 311
6195 Selfe-love is a multiplying, yea and a magnifying glasse. 'Tis dangerous to see our selves through our owne selfe-love; Self-love is a multiplying, yea and a magnifying glass. It's dangerous to see our selves through our own Self-love; n1 vbz dt vvg, uh cc dt vvg n1. pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 311
6196 That sight of selfe affects the heart with high thoughts of selfe, which high thoughts the Lord would have all men cast downe, That sighed of self affects the heart with high thoughts of self, which high thoughts the Lord would have all men cast down, cst n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq j n2 dt n1 vmd vhi d n2 vvd a-acp, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 312
6197 or cast away, while he gives that admonition by his Apostle to the Romans (Rom: 12.3.) Let no man thinke of himselfe more highly then he ought to thinke (that is, let him not thinke highly of himselfe at all) but (as it followeth in the same verse) Soberly, or to sobriety. or cast away, while he gives that admonition by his Apostle to the Romans (Rom: 12.3.) Let no man think of himself more highly then he ought to think (that is, let him not think highly of himself At all) but (as it follows in the same verse) Soberly, or to sobriety. cc vvd av, cs pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt np1 (np1: crd.) vvb dx n1 vvb pp-f px31 av-dc av-j cs pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi (cst vbz, vvb pno31 xx vvi av-j pp-f px31 p-acp d) cc-acp (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt d n1) av-j, cc p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 312
6198 For indeed many are drunken, yea mad, or mad-drunke with high, that is, proud thoughts of themselves. For indeed many Are drunken, yea mad, or mad-drunke with high, that is, proud thoughts of themselves. c-acp av d vbr j, uh j, cc j p-acp j, cst vbz, j n2 pp-f px32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 312
6199 Hence that of the same Apostle ( Gal: 6.3.) If a man think himselfe to be something, Hence that of the same Apostle (Gall: 6.3.) If a man think himself to be something, av d pp-f dt d n1 (n1: crd.) cs dt n1 vvb px31 pc-acp vbi pi, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 312
6200 when he is nothing, he deceiveth himselfe; he that thinks himselfe to be something, is he that hath proud thoughts of himselfe; when he is nothing, he deceives himself; he that thinks himself to be something, is he that hath proud thoughts of himself; c-crq pns31 vbz pix, pns31 vvz px31; pns31 cst vvz px31 pc-acp vbi pi, vbz pns31 cst vhz j n2 pp-f px31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 312
6201 and such a something, is a meere nothing, that is, is no such thing as he thinks himselfe to be; and such a something, is a mere nothing, that is, is no such thing as he thinks himself to be; cc d dt pi, vbz dt j pix, cst vbz, vbz dx d n1 c-acp pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 312
6202 as is cleare in the case of the Church of Laodicea (Rev: 3.16.) Hence as is clear in the case of the Church of Laodicea (Rev: 3.16.) Hence a-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) av (15) chapter (DIV2) 1008 Page 312
6203 Secondly, Pride springs from an opinion that what we have is better then indeed it is; Secondly, Pride springs from an opinion that what we have is better then indeed it is; ord, n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst r-crq pns12 vhb vbz jc cs av pn31 vbz; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1009 Page 312
6204 the proud man thinks all his silver gold, and his brass silver. We speak proverbially of such, All their geese are swans; the proud man thinks all his silver gold, and his brass silver. We speak proverbially of such, All their geese Are swans; dt j n1 vvz d po31 n1 n1, cc po31 n1 n1. pns12 vvb av-j pp-f d, d po32 n2 vbr n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1009 Page 312
6205 they alwayes over-rate their own commodities. they always overrate their own commodities. pns32 av n1 po32 d n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1009 Page 312
6206 Thirdly, Pride springs from this false opinion, that what we have, we have it from our selves, Thirdly, Pride springs from this false opinion, that what we have, we have it from our selves, ord, n1 vvz p-acp d j n1, cst r-crq pns12 vhb, pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp po12 n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1010 Page 312
6207 or that 'tis of our own getting. or that it's of our own getting. cc cst pns31|vbz pp-f po12 d vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1010 Page 312
6208 The Apostles Pride-confounding question, is, (1 Cor: 4.7.) What hast thou that thou hast not received? As if he had sayd, the true reason why men boast, The Apostles Pride-confounding question, is, (1 Cor: 4.7.) What hast thou that thou hast not received? As if he had said, the true reason why men boast, dt n2 j n1, vbz, (crd fw-la: crd.) q-crq vh2 pns21 cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt j n1 q-crq n2 vvb, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1010 Page 312
6209 or the ground of all their proud boasting is this, they think not themselves beholding to any for what they have; or the ground of all their proud boasting is this, they think not themselves beholding to any for what they have; cc dt n1 pp-f d po32 j n-vvg vbz d, pns32 vvb xx px32 vvg p-acp d p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1010 Page 312
6210 all is of themselves, or by a selfe-improvement; they have somewhat (they imagine) which they have not received. all is of themselves, or by a selfe-improvement; they have somewhat (they imagine) which they have not received. d vbz pp-f px32, cc p-acp dt n1; pns32 vhb av (pns32 vvb) r-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1010 Page 312
6211 Fourthly, The proud man thinkes what he hath, he alone hath it; at least, that he hath it in a greater measure then any other. Fourthly, The proud man thinks what he hath, he alone hath it; At least, that he hath it in a greater measure then any other. ord, dt j n1 vvz r-crq pns31 vhz, pns31 av-j vhz pn31; p-acp ds, cst pns31 vhz pn31 p-acp dt jc n1 cs d n-jn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1011 Page 312
6213 Only the humble attaine that rule ( Rom: 12.10.) In honour preferring one another: Only the humble attain that Rule (Rom: 12.10.) In honour preferring one Another: j dt j vvi d n1 (np1: crd.) p-acp n1 vvg pi j-jn: (15) chapter (DIV2) 1011 Page 312
6214 as also that ( Phil: 2.3.) In lowliness of mind, let each esteeme other better then himselfe. as also that (Philip: 2.3.) In lowliness of mind, let each esteem other better then himself. c-acp av d (np1: crd.) p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb d n1 j-jn jc cs px31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1011 Page 312
6215 Fifthly, Pride riseth from this thought, that what we have, we shall alwayes have. Fifthly, Pride Riseth from this Thought, that what we have, we shall always have. ord, n1 vvz p-acp d n1, cst r-crq pns12 vhb, pns12 vmb av vhi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1012 Page 312
6216 Holy David began to be blowne up with pride, as soone as ever he sayd in his prosperity, I shall never be moved. Holy David began to be blown up with pride, as soon as ever he said in his Prosperity, I shall never be moved. j np1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp av pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1012 Page 312
6217 Babylon glorified her selfe, having sayd in her heart, I sit a Queene, and am no widdow, Babylon glorified her self, having said in her heart, I fit a Queen, and am no widow, np1 vvn po31 n1, vhg vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vvb dt n1, cc vbm dx n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1012 Page 312
6218 and shall see no sorrow, (Revel: 18.7.) Secondly, In that God is here sayd to hide pride from man; Observe. and shall see no sorrow, (Revel: 18.7.) Secondly, In that God is Here said to hide pride from man; Observe. cc vmb vvi dx n1, (vvi: crd.) ord, p-acp cst np1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1; vvb. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1012 Page 313
6219 Pride is a very vile and most odious sin. Pride is a very vile and most odious since. n1 vbz dt av j cc av-ds j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1014 Page 313
6220 If God hide it from mans eyes, then surely God himselfe is of purer eyes then to behold it, If God hide it from men eyes, then surely God himself is of Purer eyes then to behold it, cs np1 vvb pn31 p-acp ng1 n2, av av-j n1 px31 vbz pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1015 Page 313
6221 and be pleased. ( Psal: 138.6.) The Lord knoweth the proud afar off; and be pleased. (Psalm: 138.6.) The Lord Knoweth the proud afar off; cc vbi vvn. (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvz dt j av a-acp; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1015 Page 313
6222 He that meets a spectacle or person which he cannot endure to look upon, avoydes it, He that meets a spectacle or person which he cannot endure to look upon, avoids it, pns31 cst vvz dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvz pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1015 Page 313
6223 or turnes from it while he is yet afar off; or turns from it while he is yet afar off; cc vvz p-acp pn31 cs pns31 vbz av av a-acp; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1015 Page 313
6224 whereas if the object be delightfull, he draweth neer, and comes as close as he can; whereas if the Object be delightful, he draws near, and comes as close as he can; cs cs dt n1 vbb j, pns31 vvz av-j, cc vvz a-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1015 Page 313
6225 when therefore 'tis sayd, the Lord knoweth a proud man afar off, it shews his disdaine of him, He will scarce touch him with a paire of tongs, (as we say) he cannot abide to come neere him. when Therefore it's said, the Lord Knoweth a proud man afar off, it shows his disdain of him, He will scarce touch him with a pair of tongue's, (as we say) he cannot abide to come near him. c-crq av pn31|vbz vvn, dt n1 vvz dt j n1 av a-acp, pn31 vvz po31 n1 pp-f pno31, pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (c-acp pns12 vvb) pns31 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi av-j pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1015 Page 313
6226 He knows well enough how vile he is even at the greatest distance. He knows well enough how vile he is even At the greatest distance. pns31 vvz av av-d c-crq j pns31 vbz av p-acp dt js n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1015 Page 313
6227 Pride is the first of those seven things which are an abomination to the Lord, (Prov: Pride is the First of those seven things which Are an abomination to the Lord, (Curae: n1 vbz dt ord pp-f d crd n2 r-crq vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (np1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 1015 Page 313
6228 6.17.) And how abominable a thing pride is, may appeare further by these six Considerations. 6.17.) And how abominable a thing pride is, may appear further by these six Considerations. crd.) cc c-crq j dt n1 n1 vbz, vmb vvi av-jc p-acp d crd n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1015 Page 313
6229 First, The folly and Irrationallity of pride, renders it odious to God; First, The folly and Irrationallity of pride, renders it odious to God; ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvz pn31 j p-acp np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6230 nothing is more odious to a wise man then folly, how odious then is pride to the most wise God! When Paul did any thing which had but a shew of pride in it, nothing is more odious to a wise man then folly, how odious then is pride to the most wise God! When Paul did any thing which had but a show of pride in it, pix vbz av-dc j p-acp dt j n1 av n1, c-crq j av vbz n1 p-acp dt av-ds j np1 c-crq np1 vdd d n1 r-crq vhd cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6231 though he did it only upon Constraint, yet he calls himselfe foole for doing it (2 Cor: 12.11.) I am become a foole in glorying, ye have compelled me. though he did it only upon Constraint, yet he calls himself fool for doing it (2 Cor: 12.11.) I am become a fool in glorying, you have compelled me. cs pns31 vdd pn31 av-j p-acp n1, av pns31 vvz px31 n1 p-acp vdg pn31 (crd fw-la: crd.) pns11 vbm vvn dt n1 p-acp vvg, pn22 vhb vvn pno11. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6232 Doth not this intimate, that in Pauls opinion, all proud selfe-gloriers and boasters are fooles, that is, such as act below common sense or reason. Does not this intimate, that in Paul's opinion, all proud selfe-gloriers and boaster's Are Fools, that is, such as act below Common sense or reason. vdz xx d vvi, cst p-acp npg1 n1, d j j cc ng1 vbr n2, cst vbz, d c-acp vvi p-acp j n1 cc n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6233 In the Hebrew language, the same word that signifies boasting and pride, signifies folly and foolishnesse. In the Hebrew language, the same word that signifies boasting and pride, signifies folly and foolishness. p-acp dt njp n1, dt d n1 cst vvz vvg cc n1, vvz n1 cc n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6234 The empty vessell yeilds the greatest sound; The empty vessel yields the greatest found; dt j n1 vvz dt js n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6256 naturall yea spirituall strength, not only the first power of acting, but all subsequent actings of that power are from God; natural yea spiritual strength, not only the First power of acting, but all subsequent actings of that power Are from God; j uh j n1, xx av-j dt ord n1 pp-f vvg, cc-acp d j n2 pp-f d n1 vbr p-acp np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6235 and they that make so great a noise of themselves, are usually nothing else but a Great noyse themselves, at least they unavoydably rayse suspition of themselves, that they are but empty vessells, or shallow rivers. and they that make so great a noise of themselves, Are usually nothing Else but a Great noise themselves, At lest they avoidable raise suspicion of themselves, that they Are but empty vessels, or shallow Rivers. cc pns32 cst vvb av j dt n1 pp-f px32, vbr av-j pix av cc-acp dt j n1 px32, p-acp cs pns32 av-j vvi n1 pp-f px32, cst pns32 vbr p-acp j n2, cc j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6236 This was Solomons conclusion ( Pro: 25.27.) For men to search their owne glory is no glory; This was Solomons conclusion (Pro: 25.27.) For men to search their own glory is no glory; d vbds np1 n1 (np1: crd.) p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi po32 d n1 vbz dx n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6237 that is, a man obscures himselfe by selfe-glorying. that is, a man obscures himself by selfe-glorying. cst vbz, dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6238 How foolish, how irrationall a thing is it for any man to glory proudly, when as by doing so he obscures that which is the chiefest glory of man as man, his reason; How foolish, how irrational a thing is it for any man to glory proudly, when as by doing so he obscures that which is the chiefest glory of man as man, his reason; q-crq j, c-crq j dt n1 vbz pn31 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, c-crq c-acp p-acp vdg av pns31 vvz cst r-crq vbz dt js-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, po31 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6239 and seemes to put himselfe to the question, whether he be a reasonable creature yea or no. and seems to put himself to the question, whither he be a reasonable creature yea or no. cc vvz pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbb dt j n1 uh cc uh-dx. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1016 Page 313
6240 Secondly, Pride is more abominable, because it is not only the folly of man, but a robbery of God; Secondly, Pride is more abominable, Because it is not only the folly of man, but a robbery of God; ord, n1 vbz av-dc j, c-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6241 nothing robs God of his honour so much as pride. nothing robs God of his honour so much as pride. pix vvz np1 pp-f po31 n1 av av-d c-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6242 It is said of Jesus Christ ( Phil: 2.6.) He thought it no robbery to be equall with God; It is said of jesus christ (Philip: 2.6.) He Thought it no robbery to be equal with God; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 np1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vvd pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6243 He did not wrong God in making himselfe his equall, himselfe being God. He did not wrong God in making himself his equal, himself being God. pns31 vdd xx vvi np1 p-acp vvg px31 po31 j-jn, px31 vbg np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6244 But if men will match themselves with God, or are lifted up in their spirits, (as proud men are beyond the line of man) this is a robbery of God. But if men will match themselves with God, or Are lifted up in their spirits, (as proud men Are beyond the line of man) this is a robbery of God. p-acp cs n2 vmb vvi px32 p-acp np1, cc vbr vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n2, (c-acp j n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6245 Whatsoever we take to our selves more then is due, we take from God, yea we steale from God. Whatsoever we take to our selves more then is due, we take from God, yea we steal from God. r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 av-dc cs vbz j-jn, pns12 vvb p-acp np1, uh pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6246 They who forget God the author and fountaine of all they have, and take glory to themselves, commit the worst kind of robbery, They who forget God the author and fountain of all they have, and take glory to themselves, commit the worst kind of robbery, pns32 r-crq vvb np1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d pns32 vhb, cc vvb n1 p-acp px32, vvb dt js n1 pp-f n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6247 and are the most dangerous Theeves. ( Isa: 42.8.) My glory will I not give to another; and Are the most dangerous Thieves. (Isaiah: 42.8.) My glory will I not give to Another; cc vbr dt av-ds j n2. (np1: crd.) po11 n1 vmb pns11 xx vvi p-acp j-jn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6248 therefore if any take glory to themselves (as (I say againe) all proud men doe) 'tis stealing, Therefore if any take glory to themselves (as (I say again) all proud men do) it's stealing, av cs d vvb n1 p-acp px32 (c-acp (pns11 vvb av) d j n2 vdb) pn31|vbz vvg, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6249 and 'tis not only (as I may say) picking of his pocket, but the breaking open of his Treasury, of his Cabinet, to carry away the chief Jewel of his Crowne, and it's not only (as I may say) picking of his pocket, but the breaking open of his Treasury, of his Cabinet, to carry away the chief Jewel of his Crown, cc pn31|vbz xx av-j (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp dt j-vvg j pp-f po31 n1, pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6250 so is his glory (Rom: 11.36.) All is from him, therefore all must be to him; so is his glory (Rom: 11.36.) All is from him, Therefore all must be to him; av vbz po31 n1 (np1: crd.) d vbz p-acp pno31, av d vmb vbi p-acp pno31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6251 all is from the father of light, therefore what light, what gifts, what strength soever we have, it must returne to him in prayses, all is from the father of Light, Therefore what Light, what Gifts, what strength soever we have, it must return to him in praises, d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av q-crq n1, r-crq n2, r-crq n1 av pns12 vhb, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6252 and in the glorifying of his name; and in the glorifying of his name; cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6253 we may not deck or adorne our own name with it, nor put our name upon it? How much soever we have we have received, it is from the Lord; we may not deck or adorn our own name with it, nor put our name upon it? How much soever we have we have received, it is from the Lord; pns12 vmb xx vvi cc vvi po12 d n1 p-acp pn31, ccx vvi po12 n1 p-acp pn31? c-crq d av pns12 vhb pns12 vhb vvn, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6254 therefore 'tis extreamly sinfull and sacrilegious to take or keepe it to our selves. Therefore it's extremely sinful and sacrilegious to take or keep it to our selves. av pn31|vbz av-jn j cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6255 And as whatsoever good we have we have it of God, so whatsoever good we have done, we have had light and strength from God to doe it; And as whatsoever good we have we have it of God, so whatsoever good we have done, we have had Light and strength from God to do it; cc c-acp r-crq j pns12 vhb pns12 vhi pn31 pp-f np1, av q-crq j pns12 vhb vdn, pns12 vhb vhn n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi pn31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6257 therefore to have secret liftings up of spirit, in our owne actings, is to rob God ( Psal: 51.15.) Open thou my lips, and my mouth shall shew forth thy praise, sayd David; As if he had sayd, Lord if thou wilt open my lips, Therefore to have secret liftings up of Spirit, in our own actings, is to rob God (Psalm: 51.15.) Open thou my lips, and my Mouth shall show forth thy praise, said David; As if he had said, Lord if thou wilt open my lips, av pc-acp vhi j-jn n2-vvg p-acp pp-f n1, p-acp po12 d n2, vbz pc-acp vvi np1 (np1: crd.) vvb pns21 po11 n2, cc po11 n1 vmb vvi av po21 n1, vvd np1; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, n1 cs pns21 vm2 vvi po11 n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6258 and help me to speak as I ought, I will not shew forth my owne praise, and help me to speak as I ought, I will not show forth my own praise, cc vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi c-acp pns11 vmd, pns11 vmb xx vvi av po11 d n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6259 nor boast of what I have either spoken or done, but I will shew forth thy praise; nor boast of what I have either spoken or done, but I will show forth thy praise; ccx n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb av-d vvn cc vdn, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av po21 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6260 because the opening of the lips is from thee. Thirdly, It is an abomination to be proud; Because the opening of the lips is from thee. Thirdly, It is an abomination to be proud; c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 vbz p-acp pno21. ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1017 Page 314
6261 for whatsoever any man hath done, or how good soever any man is, he is no better then he should be, for whatsoever any man hath done, or how good soever any man is, he is no better then he should be, p-acp r-crq d n1 vhz vdn, cc c-crq j av d n1 vbz, pns31 vbz dx jc cs pns31 vmd vbi, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1018 Page 314
6262 and hath done no more then was his duty to doe; and hath done no more then was his duty to do; cc vhz vdn dx dc cs vbds po31 n1 pc-acp vdi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1018 Page 314
6263 he hath done but his duty to God, and his duty to man, when he hath done his best, he hath done no more; he hath done but his duty to God, and his duty to man, when he hath done his best, he hath done no more; pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vhz vdn po31 js, pns31 vhz vdn dx dc; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1018 Page 314
6264 every man is bound to doe the good that he doth, how much soever it be that he doth; every man is bound to do the good that he does, how much soever it be that he does; d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi dt j cst pns31 vdz, c-crq d av pn31 vbi cst pns31 vdz; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1018 Page 315
6265 therefore it is both an ignoble and an abominable thing for any man to boast of what he hath done. Therefore it is both an ignoble and an abominable thing for any man to boast of what he hath done. av pn31 vbz d dt j cc dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1018 Page 315
6266 Fourthly, Is it abominable to boast of what we have done, seeing how much soever we have done, it will appeare upon a right and due account, that we have done lesse then we ought, Fourthly, Is it abominable to boast of what we have done, seeing how much soever we have done, it will appear upon a right and due account, that we have done less then we ought, ord, vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb vdn, vvg c-crq av-d av pns12 vhb vdn, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-jn cc j-jn n1, cst pns12 vhb vdn av-dc cs pns12 vmd, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1019 Page 315
6267 and are much short of our duty, ( Luke 17.10.) When ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, we are unprofitable servants, and Are much short of our duty, (Lycia 17.10.) When you shall have done all those things which Are commanded you, say, we Are unprofitable Servants, cc vbr av-d j pp-f po12 n1, (av crd.) c-crq pn22 vmb vhi vdn d d n2 r-crq vbr vvn pn22, vvb, pns12 vbr j n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1019 Page 315
6268 and have done but that which was our duty to doe. and have done but that which was our duty to do. cc vhb vdn p-acp d r-crq vbds po12 n1 pc-acp vdi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1019 Page 315
6269 We can doe nothing but what is our duty, but all we doe is not the one halfe of our whole duty, We can do nothing but what is our duty, but all we do is not the one half of our Whole duty, pns12 vmb vdi pix cc-acp r-crq vbz po12 n1, cc-acp d pns12 vdb vbz xx dt crd n-jn pp-f po12 j-jn n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1019 Page 315
6270 and shall we glory as if we had obliged God by doing more then all! and shall we glory as if we had obliged God by doing more then all! cc vmb pns12 vvi c-acp cs pns12 vhd vvn np1 p-acp vdg av-dc cs d! (15) chapter (DIV2) 1019 Page 315
6271 Fifthly, It is an odious thing for any man to be proud of what he hath done, Fifthly, It is an odious thing for any man to be proud of what he hath done, ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vdn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6272 for God might have done it by another if he pleased. for God might have done it by Another if he pleased. c-acp np1 vmd vhi vdn pn31 p-acp n-jn cs pns31 vvd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6273 No man is necessary to God, as if his worke could not be done unlesse such a one doe it. No man is necessary to God, as if his work could not be done unless such a one doe it. dx n1 vbz j p-acp np1, c-acp cs po31 n1 vmd xx vbi vdn cs d dt crd n1 pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6274 He hath choyce of instruments, and is able to fit those for his businesse who are most unfit of themselves. He hath choice of Instruments, and is able to fit those for his business who Are most unfit of themselves. pns31 vhz n1 pp-f n2, cc vbz j pc-acp vvi d p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vbr av-ds j pp-f px32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6275 It is matter of thankfulnesse that God will call and use us to doe him any service, It is matter of thankfulness that God will call and use us to do him any service, pn31 vbz n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 vmb vvi cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vdi pno31 d n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6276 and enable us to doe it; God could have put his talent into another mans hand; and enable us to do it; God could have put his talon into Another men hand; cc vvi pno12 pc-acp vdi pn31; np1 vmd vhi vvn po31 n1 p-acp j-jn ng1 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6277 the riches, the power, the wisdome, the learning, the parts which thou actest by, he could have put it into other hands; the riches, the power, the Wisdom, the learning, the parts which thou actest by, he could have put it into other hands; dt n2, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n2 r-crq pns21 js p-acp, pns31 vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp j-jn n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6278 he can make the dumb to speak, as well as the greatest speaker; he can make the dumb to speak, as well as the greatest speaker; pns31 vmb vvi dt j pc-acp vvi, c-acp av c-acp dt js n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6279 He can make an Ideot, a Dunce, knowing and learned, as well as the most knowing among the learned. He can make an Idiot, a Dunce, knowing and learned, as well as the most knowing among the learned. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, dt n1, vvg cc j, c-acp av c-acp dt av-ds j-vvg p-acp dt j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6280 Therefore the learned, the eloquent, have no reason to be proud, but much to be thankfull; Therefore the learned, the eloquent, have no reason to be proud, but much to be thankful; av dt j, dt j, vhb dx n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp av-d pc-acp vbi j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6281 He can make the weakest to doe as much as the strongest; therefore the strongest have no reason to be proud, but much to be thankfull; He can make the Weakest to do as much as the Strongest; Therefore the Strongest have no reason to be proud, but much to be thankful; pns31 vmb vvi dt js pc-acp vdi c-acp d c-acp dt js; av dt js vhb dx n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp av-d pc-acp vbi j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6282 He can raise Children to Abraham out of the stones of the street; He can raise Children to Abraham out of the stones of the street; pns31 vmb vvi n2 p-acp np1 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6283 therefore the Jewes must not be proud, or thinke that God is beholding to them for being his people; Therefore the Jews must not be proud, or think that God is beholding to them for being his people; av dt np2 vmb xx vbi j, cc vvb cst np1 vbz vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp vbg po31 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6284 He can ordaine strength and his owne praise out of the mouthes of babes and sucklings (Psal: 8.2. He can ordain strength and his own praise out of the mouths of babes and sucklings (Psalm: 8.2. pns31 vmb vvi n1 cc po31 d n1 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 cc ng1 (np1: crd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6285 Math: 21, 16.) therefore the wise and prudent have no reason to be proud, but much to be thankfull. Math: 21, 16.) Therefore the wise and prudent have no reason to be proud, but much to be thankful. np1: crd, crd) av dt j cc j vhb dx n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp av-d pc-acp vbi j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6286 O remember, It is of Gods vouchsafement not of our desert, that we are admitted to his service. O Remember, It is of God's vouchsafement not of our desert, that we Are admitted to his service. sy vvb, pn31 vbz pp-f ng1 n1 xx pp-f po12 n1, cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1020 Page 315
6287 Lastly, Pride must needs be an odious thing, and that which God greatly abhorr's, because it quite crosseth the designe of God in the Gospel; Lastly, Pride must needs be an odious thing, and that which God greatly abhor's, Because it quite Crosseth the Design of God in the Gospel; ord, n1 vmb av vbi dt j n1, cc cst r-crq np1 av-j vvz, c-acp pn31 av vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1021 Page 315
6288 which is to keep the creature humble and low, that he himselfe alone may be exalted; which is to keep the creature humble and low, that he himself alone may be exalted; r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 j cc j, cst pns31 px31 av-j vmb vbi vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1021 Page 316
6289 He will not beare it that any flesh should glory in his presence; He will not bear it that any Flesh should glory in his presence; pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 cst d n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1021 Page 316
6290 He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord (1 Cor: 1.29, 31.) God will have his end upon all flesh, He that Glorieth, let him glory in the Lord (1 Cor: 1.29, 31.) God will have his end upon all Flesh, pns31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 (vvn fw-la: crd, crd) np1 vmb vhi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1021 Page 316
6291 and therefore he will dreadfully glorifie himselfe upon those, who proudly glory in themselves. and Therefore he will dreadfully Glorify himself upon those, who proudly glory in themselves. cc av pns31 vmb av-j vvi px31 p-acp d, r-crq av-j n1 p-acp px32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1021 Page 316
6292 Further, The word by which man is expressed, from whom God hides pride signifying (as was shewed) a strong mighty man, the most accomplished and best furnished man. Observe, Thirdly. Further, The word by which man is expressed, from whom God hides pride signifying (as was showed) a strong mighty man, the most accomplished and best furnished man. Observe, Thirdly. jc, dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vbz vvn, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz n1 vvg (c-acp vbds vvn) dt j j n1, dt av-ds j-vvn cc js vvn n1. vvb, ord. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1022 Page 316
6293 Great men, wise men, rich men, are very subject to and often carried away by pride. Great men, wise men, rich men, Are very Subject to and often carried away by pride. j n2, j n2, j n2, vbr av j-jn p-acp cc av vvd av p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1023 Page 316
6294 God therefore hides pride from them, because they lie so open to the assaults of pride; God Therefore hides pride from them, Because they lie so open to the assaults of pride; np1 av vvz n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1024 Page 316
6295 our rising is oftentimes an occasion of our falling. our rising is oftentimes an occasion of our falling. po12 n-vvg vbz av dt n1 pp-f po12 n-vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1024 Page 316
6296 And that which God gives man for his good, proves (by reason of this corruption mostly) his snare. One of the Ancients speaking of Pride, saith 'tis the greatest sin for foure reasons. And that which God gives man for his good, Proves (by reason of this corruption mostly) his snare. One of the Ancients speaking of Pride, Says it's the greatest since for foure Reasons. cc cst r-crq np1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 j, vvz (p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 j) po31 n1. crd pp-f dt n2-j vvg pp-f n1, vvz pn31|vbz dt js n1 p-acp crd n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1024 Page 316
6297 First, In the antiquity of it, because it was the first sin, the Devill's sin, before man sinned; First, In the antiquity of it, Because it was the First since, the Devil's since, before man sinned; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pn31 vbds dt ord n1, dt ng1 n1, p-acp n1 vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6298 that sin which he first dropt into man to make him fall, was the sin by which himselfe fell; that since which he First dropped into man to make him fallen, was the since by which himself fell; d n1 r-crq pns31 ord vvd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi, vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq px31 vvd; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6299 he would be higher, and more then he was, and he provoked man to be so too. he would be higher, and more then he was, and he provoked man to be so too. pns31 vmd vbi jc, cc av-dc cs pns31 vbds, cc pns31 vvd n1 pc-acp vbi av av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6300 'Tis disputed what was the original of original sin, and the doubt lyeth between two, It's disputed what was the original of original since, and the doubt lies between two, pn31|vbz vvn r-crq vbds dt n-jn pp-f j-jn n1, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp crd, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6301 whether unbeliefe or pride had the precedency in mans fall, (a question much like that, whither unbelief or pride had the precedency in men fallen, (a question much like that, cs n1 cc n1 vhd dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1, (dt n1 av-d av-j cst, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6302 whether faith or repentance hath the precedency in his rising) I shall only state it thus; whither faith or Repentance hath the precedency in his rising) I shall only state it thus; cs n1 cc n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg) pns11 vmb av-j n1 pn31 av; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6303 that which appear'd first was unbeliefe; that which appeared First was unbelief; cst r-crq vvd ord vbds n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6304 the woman put a peradventure upon the threatning of God in case of eating the forbidden fruit. the woman put a Peradventure upon the threatening of God in case of eating the forbidden fruit. dt n1 vvd dt av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg dt j-vvn n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6305 But certainly pride was Contemporary with unbeliefe; But Certainly pride was Contemporary with unbelief; p-acp av-j n1 vbds j p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6306 man would needs lift up himselfe beyond the state he had, and so fell from and lost that estate. man would needs lift up himself beyond the state he had, and so fell from and lost that estate. n1 vmd av vvi a-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd, cc av vvd p-acp cc vvn d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1025 Page 316
6307 Secondly, Saith he, Pride is productive of many other sins, 'tis a fountaine sin, a root sin, it nourisheth, nurseth, Secondly, Says he, Pride is productive of many other Sins, it's a fountain since, a root since, it Nourishes, Nurses, ord, vvz pns31, n1 vbz j pp-f d j-jn n2, pn31|vbz dt n1 n1, dt n1 n1, pn31 vvz, n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1026 Page 316
6308 and bringeth up many other sins; no man knoweth what sin may be next when pride is first. and brings up many other Sins; no man Knoweth what since may be next when pride is First. cc vvz a-acp d j-jn n2; dx n1 vvz r-crq n1 vmb vbi ord c-crq n1 vbz ord. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1026 Page 316
6309 Thirdly, The greatness of the sin of pride may be argued from the over-spreading of it; pride hath infected many mortally; Thirdly, The greatness of the since of pride may be argued from the overspreading of it; pride hath infected many mortally; ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j pp-f pn31; n1 vhz vvn d j-jn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1027 Page 316
6310 and who can say his heart is free from this plague, though possibly it be not the plague (or speciall master sin) of his heart? Pride is an Epidemicall disease, all labour under this sicknesse, and who can say his heart is free from this plague, though possibly it be not the plague (or special master since) of his heart? Pride is an Epidemical disease, all labour under this sickness, cc q-crq vmb vvi po31 n1 vbz j p-acp d n1, cs av-j pn31 vbb xx dt n1 (cc j n1 n1) pp-f po31 n1? n1 vbz dt j n1, d n1 p-acp d n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1027 Page 317
6311 and this sicknesse hath got the mastery over many. His fourth reason is that of the text and poynt; and this sickness hath god the mastery over many. His fourth reason is that of the text and point; cc d n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp d. po31 ord n1 vbz d pp-f dt n1 cc n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1027 Page 317
6312 Pride is a great wickednesse, because usually it infects great men. Pride is a great wickedness, Because usually it infects great men. n1 vbz dt j n1, c-acp av-j pn31 vvz j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6313 They that are great in power, great in gifts, great in learning, great in any thing, are sure to be assaulted if not blemished and blasted with this sin, insomuch that it had been better for many to have been fools, They that Are great in power, great in Gifts, great in learning, great in any thing, Are sure to be assaulted if not blemished and blasted with this since, insomuch that it had been better for many to have been Fools, pns32 cst vbr j p-acp n1, j p-acp n2, j p-acp n1, j p-acp d n1, vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn cs xx vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, av cst pn31 vhd vbn jc p-acp d pc-acp vhi vbn n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6314 then learned, low then high, meane then great, poore then rich in this world. then learned, low then high, mean then great, poor then rich in this world. av j, j av j, vvb av j, j av j p-acp d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6315 There is a temptation in power, in greatness, in riches, in knowledge, in gifts, in the best things, to make the mind swell, There is a temptation in power, in greatness, in riches, in knowledge, in Gifts, in the best things, to make the mind swell, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n2, p-acp n1, p-acp n2, p-acp dt js n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6316 and the man that is stored with them proud. and the man that is stored with them proud. cc dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno32 j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6317 Pride is (as I may say) of a very high extraction, it was conceived in and borne by the now Apostate Angels, whose place, first estate (or principality, as we put in the Margin of the Epistle of Jude v. 6.) was aloft in heaven. Pride is (as I may say) of a very high extraction, it was conceived in and born by the now Apostate Angels, whose place, First estate (or principality, as we put in the Margin of the Epistle of U^de v. 6.) was aloft in heaven. n1 vbz (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) pp-f dt j j n1, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp dt av n1 n2, rg-crq n1, ord n1 (cc n1, c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 crd) vbds av p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6318 Angels were the neerest servants and attendants upon God himselfe, who calleth heaven the habitation of his holinesse, and of his glory; Angels were the nearest Servants and attendants upon God himself, who calls heaven the habitation of his holiness, and of his glory; np1 vbdr dt js n2 cc n2-jn p-acp np1 px31, r-crq vvz n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6319 And surely the habitation which the Apostle Jude in the same verse saith the Angels left, (and he calls it their owne, that is, that which was allotted and allowed them by God as their portion, this habitation, I say,) must needs be a very high and excellent one, And surely the habitation which the Apostle U^de in the same verse Says the Angels left, (and he calls it their own, that is, that which was allotted and allowed them by God as their portion, this habitation, I say,) must needs be a very high and excellent one, cc av-j dt n1 r-crq dt n1 np1 p-acp dt d n1 vvz dt n2 vvn, (cc pns31 vvz pn31 po32 d, cst vbz, cst r-crq vbds vvn cc vvn pno32 p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1, d n1, pns11 vvb,) vmb av vbi dt av j cc j pi, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6320 as themselves by nature were in the highest classis or forme of creatures. as themselves by nature were in the highest classis or Form of creatures. c-acp px32 p-acp n1 vbdr p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6321 Now as pride began from and had its birth in these high and noble spirits (which gave one occasion (though it be as hellish a lust as any in hell) to call it Heavenly by Nation) so the higher men are (who at highest are but dust) the more doth pride haunt them, Now as pride began from and had its birth in these high and noble spirits (which gave one occasion (though it be as hellish a lust as any in hell) to call it Heavenly by nation) so the higher men Are (who At highest Are but dust) the more does pride haunt them, av p-acp n1 vvd p-acp cc vhd po31 n1 p-acp d j cc j n2 (r-crq vvd crd n1 (cs pn31 vbb a-acp j dt n1 c-acp d p-acp n1) pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp n1) av dt jc n2 vbr (r-crq p-acp js vbr cc-acp n1) dt av-dc vdz n1 vvi pno32, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6322 and insinuate it selfe to get a dwelling of seate in them, as the most proper and congeniall subjects which it can find here on earth it selfe, with those of whom it first tooke possession and whom it made its first habitation, being for ever cast downe from heaven. and insinuate it self to get a Dwelling of seat in them, as the most proper and congenial subject's which it can find Here on earth it self, with those of whom it First took possession and whom it made its First habitation, being for ever cast down from heaven. cc vvi pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2-jn r-crq pn31 vmb vvi av p-acp n1 pn31 n1, p-acp d pp-f r-crq pn31 ord vvd n1 cc r-crq pn31 vvd po31 ord n1, vbg p-acp av vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6323 Pride having once dwell in those who were so high, loves still to dwell or take up its lodging (at least) in those, who upon any reference whether to naturall, civill, Pride having once dwell in those who were so high, loves still to dwell or take up its lodging (At least) in those, who upon any Referente whither to natural, civil, np1 vhg a-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbdr av j, vvz av pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp po31 n1 (p-acp ds) p-acp d, r-crq p-acp d n1 cs p-acp j, j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6324 or spirituall things, are called and reputed Highest. Observe; Fourthly. or spiritual things, Are called and reputed Highest. Observe; Fourthly. cc j n2, vbr vvn cc j-vvn av-js. vvb; ord. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1028 Page 317
6325 God by various meanes, even by all sorts of meanes, gives check to the pride of man, he speaketh once, God by various means, even by all sorts of means, gives check to the pride of man, he speaks once, np1 p-acp j n2, av p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz a-acp, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1029 Page 317
6326 yea twice to man in a dreame, in a vision of the night, that he may hide pride from man. yea twice to man in a dream, in a vision of the night, that he may hide pride from man. uh av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1029 Page 317
6327 Pride is a sin which God prosecutes both night and day; if speaking by day doth not mortifie it, speaking in the night by dreams shall. Pride is a since which God prosecutes both night and day; if speaking by day does not mortify it, speaking in the night by dreams shall. n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz d n1 cc n1; cs vvg p-acp n1 vdz xx vvi pn31, vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 vmb. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6328 Nebuchadnezzar was full of pride, and God humbled him by a dream, and brought downe the haughtinesse of his heart by a vision of the night. Nebuchadnezzar was full of pride, and God humbled him by a dream, and brought down the haughtiness of his heart by a vision of the night. np1 vbds j pp-f n1, cc np1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6329 This great Monarch of the world was so full of pride that he boasted it out ( Dan: 4.30.) Is not this great Babylon that I have built for the house of the kingdome, This great Monarch of the world was so full of pride that he boasted it out (Dan: 4.30.) Is not this great Babylon that I have built for the house of the Kingdom, d j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds av j pp-f n1 cst pns31 vvd pn31 av (n1: crd.) vbz xx d j np1 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6330 and by the might of my power, and for the honour of my Majesty? Now while he spake thus walking in the Palace of the kingdome of Babylon, there fell a voyce from heaven, saying, O King Nebuchadnezzar, to thee it is spoken, The kingdome is departed from thee, &c. And they shall drive thee from among men, and by the might of my power, and for the honour of my Majesty? Now while he spoke thus walking in the Palace of the Kingdom of Babylon, there fell a voice from heaven, saying, Oh King Nebuchadnezzar, to thee it is spoken, The Kingdom is departed from thee, etc. And they shall drive thee from among men, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1? av cs pns31 vvd av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg, uh n1 np1, p-acp pno21 pn31 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno21, av cc pns32 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp p-acp n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6331 And thy dwelling (who hast thought thy selfe more then man) shall be with the beasts of the field. And thy Dwelling (who haste Thought thy self more then man) shall be with the beasts of the field. cc po21 j-vvg (r-crq n1 vvd po21 n1 av-dc cs n1) vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6332 The effect of this voyce Nebuchadnezzar had in a dreame, as appeares by Daniels interpretation of it in the former part of the Chapter. The Effect of this voice Nebuchadnezzar had in a dream, as appears by Daniel's Interpretation of it in the former part of the Chapter. dt n1 pp-f d n1 np1 vhd p-acp dt n1, c-acp vvz p-acp np1 n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6333 God shewed him in that dreame what his condition should be, and he executed it upon him to the full, to pull downe his pride; God showed him in that dream what his condition should be, and he executed it upon him to the full, to pull down his pride; np1 vvd pno31 p-acp d n1 r-crq po31 n1 vmd vbi, cc pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6334 That, he at last might know that the most High ruleth the Kingdomes of men, and giveth them to whomsoever he will. That, he At last might know that the most High Ruleth the Kingdoms of men, and gives them to whomsoever he will. cst, pns31 p-acp ord vmd vvi d dt av-ds j vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvz pno32 pc-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6335 Whereas then he thought that he alone ruled the world, and could give kingdomes to whom he would. Whereas then he Thought that he alone ruled the world, and could give kingdoms to whom he would. cs av pns31 vvd cst pns31 av-j vvd dt n1, cc vmd vvi n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6354 or other gifts and attainments, the Lord many times, in judgement, sends them into captivity, takes them from us, or other Gifts and attainments, the Lord many times, in judgement, sends them into captivity, Takes them from us, cc j-jn n2 cc n2, dt n1 d n2, p-acp n1, vvz pno32 p-acp n1, vvz pno32 p-acp pno12, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1033 Page 319
6336 How wonderfully did God oppose the pride of Pauls spirit, he could not favour pride, no not in that eminent Apostle, Lest through the abundance of revelations he should he exalted above measure, there was given him a thorne in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet him, (2 Cor: 12.7.) that is, God used extraordinary means to humble him. How wonderfully did God oppose the pride of Paul's Spirit, he could not favour pride, no not in that eminent Apostle, Lest through the abundance of revelations he should he exalted above measure, there was given him a thorn in the Flesh, the Messenger of Satan to buffet him, (2 Cor: 12.7.) that is, God used extraordinary means to humble him. c-crq av-j vdd np1 vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi n1, uh-dx xx p-acp d j n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pns31 vmd pns31 vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vbds vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (crd fw-la: crd.) cst vbz, np1 vvd j n2 pc-acp vvi pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6337 As here God is said to humble by visions, so there Paul being endanger'd to pride by receiving visions, God found a strange way to humble him, As Here God is said to humble by visions, so there Paul being endangered to pride by receiving visions, God found a strange Way to humble him, p-acp av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, av a-acp np1 vbg vvd p-acp n1 p-acp vvg n2, np1 vvd dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6338 even by the bufferings of the messenger of Satan, who is the Prince of pride, even by the bufferings of the Messenger of Satan, who is the Prince of pride, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6339 and as (God speaketh of the Leviathan at the 42d Chapter of this booke, v. 34.) a king over all the children of pride. and as (God speaks of the Leviathan At the 42d Chapter of this book, v. 34.) a King over all the children of pride. cc c-acp (np1 vvz pp-f dt np1 p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1, n1 crd) dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6340 God doth so much resist pride, that he cannot but resist the proud (James 4, 6.) and scorne the scorners, (Pro: 3.34.) yea he hath told us of a day ( Isa: 2.11.) wherein the lofty lookes of man shall be humbled, God does so much resist pride, that he cannot but resist the proud (James 4, 6.) and scorn the Scorner's, (Pro: 3.34.) yea he hath told us of a day (Isaiah: 2.11.) wherein the lofty looks of man shall be humbled, np1 vdz av av-d vvi n1, cst pns31 vmbx p-acp vvb dt j (np1 crd, crd) cc vvb dt n2, (np1: crd.) uh pns31 vhz vvn pno12 pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd.) q-crq dt j n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6341 and the haughtiness of men shall be bowed downe: and the Lord alone shall be exalted in that day. and the haughtiness of men shall be bowed down: and the Lord alone shall be exalted in that day. cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp: cc dt n1 av-j vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1030 Page 318
6342 There are foure speciall pride subduing Considerations. First, They who are proud of what they have, are like to have no more, There Are foure special pride subduing Considerations. First, They who Are proud of what they have, Are like to have no more, pc-acp vbr crd j n1 j-vvg n2. ord, pns32 r-crq vbr j pp-f r-crq pns32 vhb, vbr av-j pc-acp vhi av-dx av-dc, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1031 Page 318
6343 When the Apostle had sayd ( James 4.6.) He resisteth the proud (he presently adds) but giveth more grace to the humble. When the Apostle had said (James 4.6.) He Resisteth the proud (he presently adds) but gives more grace to the humble. c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn (np1 crd.) pns31 vvz dt j (pns31 av-j vvz) p-acp vvz dc n1 p-acp dt j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1032 Page 319
6344 As if he had sayd, Though the Lord hath given proud men much (for 'tis some gift of God, As if he had said, Though the Lord hath given proud men much (for it's Some gift of God, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs dt n1 vhz vvn j n2 av-d (c-acp pn31|vbz d n1 pp-f np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1032 Page 319
6345 and usually a great one of which men grow proud) yet he will now stop his hand and give them no more. and usually a great one of which men grow proud) yet he will now stop his hand and give them no more. cc av-j dt j pi pp-f r-crq n2 vvb j) av pns31 vmb av vvi po31 n1 cc vvi pno32 dx av-dc. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1032 Page 319
6346 The Lord gives to them who are humble and praise him, not to those who are proud and praise themselves. The Lord gives to them who Are humble and praise him, not to those who Are proud and praise themselves. dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr j cc vvi pno31, xx p-acp d r-crq vbr j cc vvi px32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1032 Page 319
6347 Secondly, Not only doth the Lord stop his hand from giving more to those who are proud, Secondly, Not only does the Lord stop his hand from giving more to those who Are proud, ord, xx av-j vdz dt n1 vvb po31 n1 p-acp vvg av-dc p-acp d r-crq vbr j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1033 Page 319
6348 but often makes an act of revocation and takes away that which he hath already given. but often makes an act of revocation and Takes away that which he hath already given. cc-acp av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvz av cst r-crq pns31 vhz av vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1033 Page 319
6349 As he who Idly puts his talent into a napkin, so he who vainely and vain-gloriously shews it, is in danger of having it taken away from him. As he who Idly puts his talon into a napkin, so he who vainly and vaingloriously shows it, is in danger of having it taken away from him. p-acp pns31 r-crq av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 r-crq av-j cc av-j vvz pn31, vbz p-acp n1 pp-f vhg pn31 vvn av p-acp pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1033 Page 319
6350 It is as sinfull to shew our talent proudly, as to hide it negligently. It is as sinful to show our talon proudly, as to hide it negligently. pn31 vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 av-j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1033 Page 319
6351 Nebuchadnezzar boasted proudly of his kingdome, and presently it was sayd to him, The kingdome is departed from thee. Nebuchadnezzar boasted proudly of his Kingdom, and presently it was said to him, The Kingdom is departed from thee. np1 vvd av-j pp-f po31 n1, cc av-j pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno21. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1033 Page 319
6352 Hezekiah boasted of his treasure ( Isa: 39.6.) and by and by the Lord told him, his treasure should be taken away, (though not immediately from him, Hezekiah boasted of his treasure (Isaiah: 39.6.) and by and by the Lord told him, his treasure should be taken away, (though not immediately from him, np1 vvd pp-f po31 n1 (np1: crd.) cc p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 vvd pno31, po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn av, (cs xx av-j p-acp pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1033 Page 319
6353 yet from his posterity) and carried to Babylon. 'Tis so in spiritualls, when we proudly shew our treasure, the treasures of our knowledge, yet from his posterity) and carried to Babylon. It's so in spirituals, when we proudly show our treasure, the treasures of our knowledge, av p-acp po31 n1) cc vvd p-acp np1. pn31|vbz av p-acp n2, c-crq pns12 av-j vvb po12 n1, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1033 Page 319
6356 Thirdly, If God doth not take all away, yet what remaines is withered and blasted, it dries up and comes to little; Thirdly, If God does not take all away, yet what remains is withered and blasted, it dries up and comes to little; ord, cs np1 vdz xx vvi d av, av q-crq vvz vbz vvn cc vvn, pn31 vvz a-acp cc vvz p-acp j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1034 Page 319
6357 if it be not quite removed, yet it appeares no more in its former beauty and luster. if it be not quite removed, yet it appears no more in its former beauty and luster. cs pn31 vbb xx av vvn, av pn31 vvz av-dx dc p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1034 Page 319
6358 When God with rebukes correcteth man for (this) iniquity, he maketh his beauty (the beauty of his parts and gifts, When God with rebukes Correcteth man for (this) iniquity, he makes his beauty (the beauty of his parts and Gifts, c-crq np1 p-acp n2 vvz n1 p-acp (d) n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 (dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1034 Page 319
6359 yea of his graces) to consume away (as David expresseth it, Psal: 39.11.) like a moth. O what a dryness, yea of his graces) to consume away (as David Expresses it, Psalm: 39.11.) like a moth. O what a dryness, uh pp-f po31 n2) pc-acp vvi av (c-acp np1 vvz pn31, np1: crd.) av-j dt n1. sy r-crq dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1034 Page 319
6360 and so a decayedness falls upon that soule from whom the soaking dewes and drops, the sweete influences of heaven are restrained! and so a decayedness falls upon that soul from whom the soaking dews and drops, the sweet influences of heaven Are restrained! cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp ro-crq dt vvg n2 cc n2, dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn! (15) chapter (DIV2) 1034 Page 319
6361 And surely if they are restrained from any, they are from proud men; And surely if they Are restrained from any, they Are from proud men; cc av-j cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d, pns32 vbr p-acp j n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1034 Page 319
6362 No marvaile then, if others see and they feele their witherings, and even sencible declinings every day. No marvel then, if Others see and they feel their witherings, and even sensible declinings every day. dx n1 av, cs n2-jn vvb cc pns32 vvb po32 n2, cc av j n2 d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1034 Page 319
6363 Fourthly, Suppose the gifts and parts of a proud man continue florid and appeare stil acting in their former strength, vigour, Fourthly, Suppose the Gifts and parts of a proud man continue florid and appear still acting in their former strength, vigour, ord, vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 vvi j cc vvi av vvg p-acp po32 j n1, n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 319
6364 and beauty, yet God sends a secret curse upon them, and though he doth not wither them, and beauty, yet God sends a secret curse upon them, and though he does not wither them, cc n1, av np1 vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, cc cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 319
6365 yet he doth not delight in them, not give them any acceptation. yet he does not delight in them, not give them any acceptation. av pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32, xx vvi pno32 d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6366 The best things how long soever continued to proud men, are no longer blessings to them; The best things how long soever continued to proud men, Are no longer blessings to them; dt js n2 c-crq j av vvn p-acp j n2, vbr dx jc n2 p-acp pno32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6367 yea it had been good for them, that either they had never had them, or that they had been soone taken away. yea it had been good for them, that either they had never had them, or that they had been soon taken away. uh pn31 vhd vbn j p-acp pno32, cst d pns32 vhd av vhd pno32, cc cst pns32 vhd vbn av vvn av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6368 That as one sayd falsely of the life of man in generall, but truely of wicked men; That as one said falsely of the life of man in general, but truly of wicked men; cst c-acp pi vvd av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp av-j pp-f j n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6369 It had been best for them not to have been borne, and their next best would be to dye quickly. It had been best for them not to have been born, and their next best would be to die quickly. pn31 vhd vbn av-js p-acp pno32 xx pc-acp vhi vbn vvn, cc po32 ord av-js vmd vbi pc-acp vvi av-j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6370 So I may say in this case of proud men; It had been best for them they never had received any eminent gifts from God, So I may say in this case of proud men; It had been best for them they never had received any eminent Gifts from God, av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2; pn31 vhd vbn av-js p-acp pno32 pns32 av vhd vvn d j n2 p-acp np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6371 and their next best would be to have them quickly taken away; and their next best would be to have them quickly taken away; cc po32 ord av-js vmd vbi pc-acp vhi pno32 av-j vvn av; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6372 For as wicked men in General (if they dye unconverted) the longer they live, the worser they live, For as wicked men in General (if they die unconverted) the longer they live, the Worse they live, c-acp c-acp j n2 p-acp n1 (cs pns32 vvb vvn) dt jc pns32 vvb, dt jc pns32 vvb, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6373 and every day by adding new heapes of sin, heape up further wrath against the day of wrath; and every day by adding new heaps of since, heap up further wrath against the day of wrath; cc d n1 p-acp vvg j n2 pp-f n1, vvb a-acp jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6374 So proud men in speciall, the longer they have and hold their gifts, their riches, their honours, their powers, doe but abuse them the more, to the increase of their sin here, So proud men in special, the longer they have and hold their Gifts, their riches, their honours, their Powers, do but abuse them the more, to the increase of their since Here, av j n2 p-acp j, dt jc pns32 vhb cc vvi po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, vdb p-acp vvi pno32 dt av-dc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 av, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6375 and (without repentance) shame hereafter. and (without Repentance) shame hereafter. cc (p-acp n1) vvb av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1035 Page 320
6376 And therefore to shut up this observation, and the exposition of this verse, I shall only give some few directions or counsels for the cure of this soule-sickness pride, And Therefore to shut up this observation, and the exposition of this verse, I shall only give Some few directions or Counsels for the cure of this soule-sickness pride, cc av pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi d d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1036 Page 320
6377 or for the pricking of a pride-swolne heart, that so the winde, that noxious winde of ostentation, by which proud men are vainely puft up in their fleshly mindes, may be let out and voyded. or for the pricking of a pride-swollen heart, that so the wind, that noxious wind of ostentation, by which proud men Are vainly puffed up in their fleshly minds, may be let out and voided. cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, cst av dt n1, cst j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq j n2 vbr av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po32 j n2, vmb vbi vvn av cc vvn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1036 Page 320
6379 Some have asked blasphemously, What is the Almighty? as we saw at the 21th Chapter of this Booke: some have asked blasphemously, What is the Almighty? as we saw At the 21th Chapter of this Book: d vhb vvn av-j, q-crq vbz dt j-jn? c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 320
6380 But it may well enough be asked, What is man that the Almighty should be mindfull of him (Psal: 144.3, 4.) and may we not much more question againe, What is man that he should be so mindfull of himselfe? David, a great king said to the Lord (2 Sam: 7.18.) Who am I, O Lord God, But it may well enough be asked, What is man that the Almighty should be mindful of him (Psalm: 144.3, 4.) and may we not much more question again, What is man that he should be so mindful of himself? David, a great King said to the Lord (2 Sam: 7.18.) Who am I, Oh Lord God, cc-acp pn31 vmb av av-d vbb vvn, q-crq vbz n1 cst dt j-jn vmd vbi j pp-f pno31 (np1: crd, crd) cc vmb pns12 xx av-d av-dc vvi av, q-crq vbz n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi av j pp-f px31? np1, dt j n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 (crd np1: crd.) q-crq vbm pns11, uh n1 np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 320
6381 and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto? Thus every man should say to himselfe, and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto? Thus every man should say to himself, cc r-crq vbz po11 n1, cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 av? av d n1 vmd vvi p-acp px31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 320
6382 or put the question to his owne soule; or put the question to his own soul; cc vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 320
6383 Who am I? or what am I, that I should have a proud thought? All men indeed differ in some things, Who am I? or what am I, that I should have a proud Thought? All men indeed differ in Some things, r-crq vbm pns11? cc q-crq vbm pns11, cst pns11 vmd vhi dt j n1? av-d n2 av vvi p-acp d n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 320
6384 and some differ in very many things. and Some differ in very many things. cc d vvb p-acp av d n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 320
6385 Men of high degree, and men of low degree differ, men of knowledge and ignorance differ, learned and unlearned men differ. Men of high degree, and men of low degree differ, men of knowledge and ignorance differ, learned and unlearned men differ. n2 pp-f j n1, cc n2 pp-f j n1 vvi, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvi, j cc j n2 vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 320
6386 And it is not only, as I may say, a peice of heraldry, but a peice of divinity to keep up the differences of men. And it is not only, as I may say, a piece of heraldry, but a piece of divinity to keep up the differences of men. cc pn31 vbz xx av-j, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 320
6387 Yet what is any man, whether high or low, knowing or ignorant, learned or urlearned, that he should be proud? they all agree in this, they are all dust and ashes, they are all but as a shaddow, Yet what is any man, whither high or low, knowing or ignorant, learned or urlearned, that he should be proud? they all agree in this, they Are all dust and Ashes, they Are all but as a shadow, av q-crq vbz d n1, cs j cc j, vvg cc j, j cc j, cst pns31 vmd vbi j? pns32 d vvi p-acp d, pns32 vbr d n1 cc n2, pns32 vbr d cc-acp p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6388 or a vapour, they are all as grasse, or as a flower of the field, or a vapour, they Are all as grass, or as a flower of the field, cc dt n1, pns32 vbr d p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6389 and at their best estate (in the very hight of their excellency) they are altogether vanity. and At their best estate (in the very hight of their excellency) they Are altogether vanity. cc p-acp po32 js n1 (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1) pns32 vbr av n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6390 How much soever men differ in other things, yet in this they all agree, or are all alike in this, they are all vanity. How much soever men differ in other things, yet in this they all agree, or Are all alike in this, they Are all vanity. c-crq d av n2 vvb p-acp j-jn n2, av p-acp d pns32 d vvb, cc vbr d av-j p-acp d, pns32 vbr d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6391 Then what is man that he should be proud? shall dust and ashes, shall a passing shaddow, Then what is man that he should be proud? shall dust and Ashes, shall a passing shadow, av q-crq vbz n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi j? vmb n1 cc n2, vmb dt j-vvg n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6392 or a disappearing vapour, shall withering grasse, or fading flowers, shall vanity it selfe be proud? The best of men at their best, are the worst of all these, or a disappearing vapour, shall withering grass, or fading flowers, shall vanity it self be proud? The best of men At their best, Are the worst of all these, cc dt j-vvg n1, vmb vvg n1, cc j-vvg n2, vmb n1 pn31 n1 vbi j? dt js pp-f n2 p-acp po32 js, vbr dt js pp-f d d, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6393 why then should any man be proud? Yea I may put the question further, How can any man be proud, who knoweth what man is? and acknowledgeth himselfe to be but a man. why then should any man be proud? Yea I may put the question further, How can any man be proud, who Knoweth what man is? and acknowledgeth himself to be but a man. c-crq av vmd d n1 vbb j? uh pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 av-jc, q-crq vmb d n1 vbb j, r-crq vvz r-crq n1 vbz? cc vvz px31 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6394 I will adde yet further in this questioning way, How can any man be proud who knoweth himselfe to be (which is a more humbling consideration, I will add yet further in this questioning Way, How can any man be proud who Knoweth himself to be (which is a more humbling consideration, pns11 vmb vvi av av-jc p-acp d vvg n1, q-crq vmb d n1 vbb j r-crq vvz px31 pc-acp vbi (r-crq vbz dt av-dc vvg n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6395 then any of or then all the former) a sinfull man! then any of or then all the former) a sinful man! cs d pp-f cc av d dt j) dt j n1! (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6396 We ought alwayes to be humbled for sin, and shall we who are at all times sinning, be proud at any time? We ought always to be humbled for since, and shall we who Are At all times sinning, be proud At any time? pns12 vmd av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vmb pns12 r-crq vbr p-acp d n2 vvg, vbb j p-acp d n1? (15) chapter (DIV2) 1037 Page 321
6397 Secondly, To cure pride of spirit, Consider what ever man is (as to this world) he cannot be long what he is. Secondly, To cure pride of Spirit, Consider what ever man is (as to this world) he cannot be long what he is. ord, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, vvb r-crq av n1 vbz (c-acp p-acp d n1) pns31 vmbx vbi av-j r-crq pns31 vbz. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1038 Page 321
6417 First, it will keep him very busie, and free him from Idlenesse; Secondly, it will keep him very humble and free him from pride. First, it will keep him very busy, and free him from Idleness; Secondly, it will keep him very humble and free him from pride. ord, pn31 vmb vvi pno31 av j, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1; ord, pn31 vmb vvi pno31 av j cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6398 He that is high in the world, cannot be long in his worldly heights. He that is rich in the world, cannot be long enjoy his worldly riches; yea knowledge vanisheth; He that is high in the world, cannot be long in his worldly heights. He that is rich in the world, cannot be long enjoy his worldly riches; yea knowledge Vanishes; pns31 cst vbz j p-acp dt n1, vmbx vbi j p-acp po31 j n2. pns31 cst vbz j p-acp dt n1, vmbx vbi av-j vvb po31 j n2; uh n1 vvz; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1038 Page 321
6399 all such kinde of knowledge, learning and skill as men now have, is a meere vanishing thing; all such kind of knowledge, learning and skill as men now have, is a mere vanishing thing; d d n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 av vhb, vbz dt j vvg n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1038 Page 321
6400 man, in his highest perfections, is very mutable, and the higher he is, the more mutable he is; man, in his highest perfections, is very mutable, and the higher he is, the more mutable he is; n1, p-acp po31 js n2, vbz av j, cc dt av-jc pns31 vbz, dt av-dc j pns31 vbz; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1038 Page 321
6401 what hath he then to be proud of? We have some changes every day, and when a few dayes are past, we shall come to our great change; what hath he then to be proud of? We have Some changes every day, and when a few days Are past, we shall come to our great change; r-crq vhz pns31 av pc-acp vbi j pp-f? pns12 vhb d n2 d n1, cc c-crq dt d n2 vbr j, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 j n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1038 Page 321
6402 our change by death is but a few dayes off, for the utmost of our dayes are but few. our change by death is but a few days off, for the utmost of our days Are but few. po12 n1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp dt d n2 a-acp, p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2 vbr p-acp d. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1038 Page 321
6403 As man is not to be accounted of by others, so not by himselfe, because his breath is in his nostrills, and he may quickly perish ( Isa: 2.22.) Shall perishing things be proud things? Shall they be lifted up with what they have, who (as to this world) have so little being, that they can scarcely be sayd to be. As man is not to be accounted of by Others, so not by himself, Because his breath is in his nostrils, and he may quickly perish (Isaiah: 2.22.) Shall perishing things be proud things? Shall they be lifted up with what they have, who (as to this world) have so little being, that they can scarcely be said to be. p-acp n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f p-acp n2-jn, av xx p-acp px31, p-acp po31 n1 vbz p-acp po31 n2, cc pns31 vmb av-j vvb (np1: crd.) vmb j-vvg n2 vbb j n2? vmb pns32 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb, r-crq (c-acp p-acp d n1) vhi av av-j vbg, cst pns32 vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vbi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1038 Page 321
6404 By this argument all men are called off from trusting those that are highest in this world ( Psal: 146.3.) Their breath goeth forth. And we have the same argument, not to be high in our owne thoughts, By this argument all men Are called off from trusting those that Are highest in this world (Psalm: 146.3.) Their breath Goes forth. And we have the same argument, not to be high in our own thoughts, p-acp d n1 d n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp vvg d cst vbr js p-acp d n1 (np1: crd.) po32 n1 vvz av. cc pns12 vhb dt d n1, xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 d n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1038 Page 321
6405 because our breath goeth forth, and there is an end of us. Thirdly, Consider all those things which are as fewel and occasions of pride in man, Because our breath Goes forth, and there is an end of us. Thirdly, Consider all those things which Are as fuel and occasions of pride in man, c-acp po12 n1 vvz av, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f pno12. ord, vvb d d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1038 Page 321
6406 even for those man must shortly give an account. even for those man must shortly give an account. av p-acp d n1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6407 And surely he who remembers that whatsoever he hath, be it riches, strength, honour, parts, knowledge, And surely he who remembers that whatsoever he hath, be it riches, strength, honour, parts, knowledge, cc av-j pns31 r-crq vvz d r-crq pns31 vhz, vbb pn31 n2, n1, n1, n2, n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6408 or learning, he must come to a reckoning for it, that man will not over-reckon himselfe so much for it, or learning, he must come to a reckoning for it, that man will not over-reckon himself so much for it, cc n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp pn31, cst n1 vmb xx j px31 av d c-acp pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6409 as to be proud of it. as to be proud of it. c-acp pc-acp vbi j pp-f pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6410 The Apostle concludes, So then every man must give an account of himselfe to God, (Rom: The Apostle concludes, So then every man must give an account of himself to God, (Rom: dt n1 vvz, av av d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp np1, (np1: (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6411 14.12.) That is, of all his receits, and of all his expences, what hath been bestowed upon him, 14.12.) That is, of all his receits, and of all his expenses, what hath been bestowed upon him, crd.) cst vbz, pp-f d po31 n2, cc pp-f d po31 n2, r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6412 and how he hath improved what hath been bestowed. He must give an account of himselfe in his naturall capacity as a man; and how he hath improved what hath been bestowed. He must give an account of himself in his natural capacity as a man; cc c-crq pns31 vhz vvn r-crq vhz vbn vvn. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6413 and he must give account of himselfe in his civill capacity, as a rich or great man; and he must give account of himself in his civil capacity, as a rich or great man; cc pns31 vmb vvi n1 pp-f px31 p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp dt j cc j n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6414 and he must give account of himselfe in his spirituall capacity, as he hath enjoyed meanes to make him gracious, or to grow in grace. and he must give account of himself in his spiritual capacity, as he hath enjoyed means to make him gracious, or to grow in grace. cc pns31 vmb vvi n1 pp-f px31 p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6415 He must give an account of himselfe about all the good things he hath received, what good he hath done with them, either to himselfe or others. He must give an account of himself about all the good things he hath received, what good he hath done with them, either to himself or Others. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp d dt j n2 pns31 vhz vvn, r-crq j pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno32, av-d p-acp px31 cc n2-jn. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6416 He that is serious upon such a meditation as this, shall finde two effects of it; He that is serious upon such a meditation as this, shall find two effects of it; pns31 cst vbz j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, vmb vvi crd n2 pp-f pn31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6418 Who can glory vainely in his Stewardship (for all we have is put into our hands as Stewards, who, I say, can glory vainely in his Stewardship) that alwayes heares this voyce sounding in his ears, Come give an account of thy stewardship, Who can glory vainly in his Stewardship (for all we have is put into our hands as Stewards, who, I say, can glory vainly in his Stewardship) that always hears this voice sounding in his ears, Come give an account of thy stewardship, q-crq vmb vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp d pns12 vhb vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n2, r-crq, pns11 vvb, vmb vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1) cst av vvz d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, vvb vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6419 for thou mayest be no longer Steward. for thou Mayest be no longer Steward. c-acp pns21 vm2 vbi av-dx av-jc n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6420 O how ill an account will they make when they are asked, what they have done with their riches? who must answer, We have been proud of them; Oh how ill an account will they make when they Are asked, what they have done with their riches? who must answer, We have been proud of them; uh q-crq av-jn dt n1 vmb pns32 vvi c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, r-crq pns32 vhb vdn p-acp po32 n2? q-crq vmb vvi, pns12 vhb vbn j pp-f pno32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6421 who being asked, what have you done with your honour, must answer, we have been proud of it; who being asked, what have you done with your honour, must answer, we have been proud of it; r-crq vbg vvn, q-crq vhb pn22 vdn p-acp po22 n1, vmb vvi, pns12 vhb vbn j pp-f pn31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6422 who being asked, what have you done with your knowledge? must answer, we have been proud of it. who being asked, what have you done with your knowledge? must answer, we have been proud of it. r-crq vbg vvn, q-crq vhb pn22 vdn p-acp po22 n1? vmb n1, pns12 vhb vbn j pp-f pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6423 These will be sad answers in the day of account, yet proud men (whatsoever they have done with their receits) must make this answer, what other answer soever they make. These will be sad answers in the day of account, yet proud men (whatsoever they have done with their receits) must make this answer, what other answer soever they make. d vmb vbi j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av j n2 (r-crq pns32 vhb vdn p-acp po32 n2) vmb vvi d n1, r-crq j-jn n1 av pns32 vvb. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1039 Page 322
6424 Fourthly, Consider that the more any one hath received (and it is the degree upon which pride riseth the more, I say the more any one hath received) in any kinde whatsoever, the stricter will his account be; Fourthly, Consider that the more any one hath received (and it is the degree upon which pride Riseth the more, I say the more any one hath received) in any kind whatsoever, the Stricter will his account be; ord, vvb d dt av-dc d pi vhz vvn (cc pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vvz dt av-dc, pns11 vvb dt av-dc d pi vhz vvn) p-acp d n1 r-crq, dt jc vmb po31 n1 vbi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 322
6425 for the account will be proportionable to what the receipt is. ( Luke 12.48.) To whom soever much is given, of him shall be much required, for the account will be proportionable to what the receipt is. (Lycia 12.48.) To whom soever much is given, of him shall be much required, p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz. (av crd.) p-acp ro-crq av d vbz vvn, pp-f pno31 vmb vbi av-d vvn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 322
6426 and to whom men have committed much, of him they will aske the more; where much is sowne, there God looks to reap much. and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more; where much is sown, there God looks to reap much. cc p-acp r-crq n2 vhb vvn av-d, pp-f pno31 pns32 vmb vvi dt av-dc; c-crq d vbz vvn, a-acp np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 322
6427 He looketh not only for improving, but for sutable, for proportionable improvement. He looks not only for improving, but for suitable, for proportionable improvement. pns31 vvz xx av-j p-acp vvg, cc-acp p-acp j, c-acp j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 322
6428 If he that had received five talents ( Math: 25.) had brought only two talents more, If he that had received five Talents (Math: 25.) had brought only two Talents more, cs pns31 cst vhd vvd crd n2 (np1: crd) vhd vvn av-j crd n2 av-dc, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 323
6429 and so made his five seven, this had not been proportionable; and so made his five seven, this had not been proportionable; cc av vvd po31 crd crd, d vhd xx vbn j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 323
6430 or if he that had received two, had made them three, this had not been proportionable; or if he that had received two, had made them three, this had not been proportionable; cc cs pns31 cst vhd vvn crd, vhd vvn pno32 crd, d vhd xx vbn j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 323
6431 but he that received five, brought ten; and he that received two, brought foure; This account was proportionable to the receipt; but he that received five, brought ten; and he that received two, brought foure; This account was proportionable to the receipt; cc-acp pns31 cst vvd crd, vvd crd; cc pns31 cst vvd crd, vvd crd; d n1 vbds j p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 323
6432 and therefore to these their Lord sayd, Well done good and faithfull servants. and Therefore to these their Lord said, Well done good and faithful Servants. cc av p-acp d po32 n1 vvd, av vdn j cc j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 323
6433 God looks for doubling, (as I may say) that we should make his five ten, his two foure. God looks for doubling, (as I may say) that we should make his five ten, his two foure. np1 vvz p-acp vvg, (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) cst pns12 vmd vvi po31 crd crd, po31 crd crd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 323
6434 Therefore why should any man be proud of what he hath received, seeing the more he hath received, the more great and stricter will his account be. Therefore why should any man be proud of what he hath received, seeing the more he hath received, the more great and Stricter will his account be. av q-crq vmd d n1 vbi j pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vvg dt av-dc pns31 vhz vvn, dt av-dc j cc jc vmb po31 n1 vbi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1040 Page 323
6435 Fifthly, That pride may be cured and hid from your eyes, I advise, That in the midst of your fullness, you would think of your emptiness, Fifthly, That pride may be cured and hid from your eyes, I Advice, That in the midst of your fullness, you would think of your emptiness, ord, cst n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp po22 n2, pns11 vvb, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, pn22 vmd vvi pp-f po22 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6436 and in the midst of your perfections, of your deficiencies; and in the midst of your perfections, of your deficiencies; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, pp-f po22 n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6536 Behold I will destroy (or corrupt) them with the earth; that is, I will destroy the face of the earth, Behold I will destroy (or corrupt) them with the earth; that is, I will destroy the face of the earth, vvb pns11 vmb vvi (cc j) pno32 p-acp dt n1; cst vbz, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6437 think how much, and in how many things you are wanting, when any thought of pride ariseth concerning what you enjoy, or wherein you abound. think how much, and in how many things you Are wanting, when any Thought of pride arises Concerning what you enjoy, or wherein you abound. vvb c-crq d, cc p-acp c-crq d n2 pn22 vbr vvg, c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vvz vvg r-crq pn22 vvb, cc c-crq pn22 vvb. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6438 He that thinks how much he is wanting, will not be proud how much soever be aboundeth; He that thinks how much he is wanting, will not be proud how much soever be Aboundeth; pns31 cst vvz c-crq d pns31 vbz vvg, vmb xx vbi j c-crq d av vbb vvz; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6439 and indeed our wantings being a great deale more then our aboundings, and our imperfections then our perfections, should be to us greater matter of humbling, and indeed our wantings being a great deal more then our aboundings, and our imperfections then our perfections, should be to us greater matter of humbling, cc av po12 n2 vbg dt j n1 dc cs po12 n2-vvg, cc po12 n2 av po12 n2, vmd vbi p-acp pno12 jc n1 pp-f vvg, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6440 then our abounding or perfections can be an occasion of pride. To cleare this further, Consider your deficiencies two wayes; First, in your selves; then our abounding or perfections can be an occasion of pride. To clear this further, Consider your deficiencies two ways; First, in your selves; cs po12 j-vvg cc n2 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp vvi d av-jc, vvb po22 n2 crd n2; ord, p-acp po22 n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6441 consider how low you are in knowledge, how low in grace, how low in duty; Consider how low you Are in knowledge, how low in grace, how low in duty; vvb c-crq av-j pn22 vbr p-acp n1, c-crq av-j p-acp n1, c-crq av-j p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6442 remember that there is a great deale of darkness in the best of your light, a great deale of water in the best of your wine, Remember that there is a great deal of darkness in the best of your Light, a great deal of water in the best of your wine, vvb cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt js pp-f po22 n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt js pp-f po22 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6443 and a great deale of dross in the purest of your silver; and a great deal of dross in the Purest of your silver; cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt js pp-f po22 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6444 remember these weaknesses in your selves, and then say as blessed Paul (Phil: 5.22.) I count not that I have already attained; Remember these Weaknesses in your selves, and then say as blessed Paul (Philip: 5.22.) I count not that I have already attained; vvb d n2 p-acp po22 n2, cc av vvb c-acp j-vvn np1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vvb xx cst pns11 vhb av vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6445 that is, that I have attained perfection, I am very much behinde, very much below my duty, I am below what I might be and have attained to, both in the light of knowledge, that is, that I have attained perfection, I am very much behind, very much below my duty, I am below what I might be and have attained to, both in the Light of knowledge, cst vbz, cst pns11 vhb vvn n1, pns11 vbm av av-d a-acp, av av-d p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vbm p-acp r-crq pns11 vmd vbi cc vhb vvn p-acp, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6446 and in the strength of grace. and in the strength of grace. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6447 I am below what I might be attained to, both as to zeale for, and as to faith in God. I am below what I might be attained to, both as to zeal for, and as to faith in God. pns11 vbm p-acp r-crq pns11 vmd vbi vvn p-acp, d c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp, cc c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6448 O how many are our deficiencies when we have profited most! Secondly, Consider your deficiencies in reference to others; O how many Are our deficiencies when we have profited most! Secondly, Consider your deficiencies in Referente to Others; sy q-crq d vbr po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vhb vvn av-ds! ord, vvb po22 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6449 The Apostle saith (2 Cor: 10.12.) They who compare themselves with themselves are not wise. The Apostle Says (2 Cor: 10.12.) They who compare themselves with themselves Are not wise. dt n1 vvz (crd fw-la: crd.) pns32 r-crq vvb px32 p-acp px32 vbr xx j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6450 The reason why many think themselves over-wise, is, because they do not (as they ought) compare themselves with others, The reason why many think themselves overwise, is, Because they do not (as they ought) compare themselves with Others, dt n1 c-crq d vvb px32 j, vbz, c-acp pns32 vdb xx (c-acp pns32 vmd) vvi px32 p-acp n2-jn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 323
6451 or if they compare themselves with others, they compare themselves only with those that are below, not with those who are above themselves. or if they compare themselves with Others, they compare themselves only with those that Are below, not with those who Are above themselves. cc cs pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n2-jn, pns32 vvb px32 j p-acp d cst vbr a-acp, xx p-acp d r-crq vbr p-acp px32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6452 They who compare themselves with themselves, or with those only who are below themselves, are not wise, They who compare themselves with themselves, or with those only who Are below themselves, Are not wise, pns32 r-crq vvb px32 p-acp px32, cc p-acp d av-j r-crq vbr p-acp px32, vbr xx j, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6453 though they think themselves very wise. though they think themselves very wise. cs pns32 vvb px32 av j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6454 If we would compare our selves with other men, who are above us, it would mightily keep down the pride of our spirits; If we would compare our selves with other men, who Are above us, it would mightily keep down the pride of our spirits; cs pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq vbr p-acp pno12, pn31 vmd av-j vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6455 for who is there but might see more in some, yea in many others then in himselfe? Now, for who is there but might see more in Some, yea in many Others then in himself? Now, p-acp r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp vmd vvi av-dc p-acp d, uh p-acp d n2-jn av p-acp px31? av, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6456 as it is an excellent means to keep the soule from murmuring and discontent, to consider that many others are below us; as it is an excellent means to keep the soul from murmuring and discontent, to Consider that many Others Are below us; c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg cc j-jn, pc-acp vvi cst d n2-jn vbr p-acp pno12; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6457 so it is an excellent means to keep us from pride, to consider that many others are above us; so it is an excellent means to keep us from pride, to Consider that many Others Are above us; av pn31 vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi cst d n2-jn vbr p-acp pno12; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6458 so much above us, that our knowledge is but ignorance to their knowledge, our strength weaknesse, our faith unbeliefe, our patience unquitenesse of spirit, our very fruitfullnesse barrennesse compared with theirs; so much above us, that our knowledge is but ignorance to their knowledge, our strength weakness, our faith unbelief, our patience unquitenesse of Spirit, our very fruitfullness Barrenness compared with theirs; av av-d p-acp pno12, cst po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, po12 n1 n1, po12 n1 n1, po12 n1 n1 pp-f n1, po12 j n1 n1 vvn p-acp png32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6459 or to speak allusively, that our fat kine are but leane to the fat ones of others, or to speak allusively, that our fat kine Are but lean to the fat ones of Others, cc pc-acp vvi av-j, cst po12 j n2 vbr p-acp j p-acp dt j pi2 pp-f n2-jn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6460 and our full ears but withered looked upon with their full eares. and our full ears but withered looked upon with their full ears. cc po12 j n2 p-acp j-vvn vvd p-acp p-acp po32 j n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6461 And as it is a good meanes to keepe the soule humble or to cure it of pride, to compare our selves with men who are much above us, And as it is a good means to keep the soul humble or to cure it of pride, to compare our selves with men who Are much above us, cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j cc pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 r-crq vbr d p-acp pno12, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6462 so especially, if we would but remember how much God is above us in comparison of whom all our fullness is indeed emptiness, our strength weaknesse, our riches poverty, and our light darkness. so especially, if we would but Remember how much God is above us in comparison of whom all our fullness is indeed emptiness, our strength weakness, our riches poverty, and our Light darkness. av av-j, cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi c-crq d np1 vbz p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq d po12 n1 vbz av n1, po12 n1 n1, po12 n2 n1, cc po12 j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6463 And therefore when Job (Chap: 42.) began to compare himselfe with God, and to set God before him, And Therefore when Job (Chap: 42.) began to compare himself with God, and to Set God before him, cc av c-crq np1 (n1: crd) vvd pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6464 then he was in the dust presently; then he was in the dust presently; cs pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 av-j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6465 though he spake over-valuingly of himselfe sometime, yet when once he came to set himselfe before God, though he spoke over-valuingly of himself sometime, yet when once he Come to Set himself before God, cs pns31 vvd j pp-f px31 av, av c-crq a-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6466 then saith he, I have spoken once, but I will speak no more; I abhorre my selfe, and repent in dust and ashes. then Says he, I have spoken once, but I will speak no more; I abhor my self, and Repent in dust and Ashes. av vvz pns31, pns11 vhb vvn a-acp, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc; pns11 vvb po11 n1, cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6467 And when the Prophet Isaiah saw the Lord in his Glory, and compared himselfe with him, he cryed out, I am undone, I am a man of poluted lips; And when the Prophet Isaiah saw the Lord in his Glory, and compared himself with him, he cried out, I am undone, I am a man of polluted lips; cc c-crq dt n1 np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvn px31 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd av, pns11 vbm vvn, pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6468 all his graces, and all his gifts vanished into nothing, when he considered the Lord before whom he stood. all his graces, and all his Gifts vanished into nothing, when he considered the Lord before whom he stood. d po31 n2, cc d po31 n2 vvn p-acp pix, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6469 Thus we may keepe downe pride by considering our deficiencies, and comparing our selves with others who are above us, especially by comparing our selves with God, to whom we are not so much as a drop of the bucket to the whole Ocean, Thus we may keep down pride by considering our deficiencies, and comparing our selves with Others who Are above us, especially by comparing our selves with God, to whom we Are not so much as a drop of the bucket to the Whole Ocean, av pns12 vmb vvi a-acp n1 p-acp vvg po12 n2, cc vvg po12 n2 p-acp n2-jn r-crq vbr p-acp pno12, av-j p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vbr xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6470 nor the dust of the ballance to the body of the whole earth. Sixthly, For the hideing and keeping downe of pride, often reflect upon your own sinfulnesse; nor the dust of the balance to the body of the Whole earth. Sixthly, For the hiding and keeping down of pride, often reflect upon your own sinfulness; ccx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. j, c-acp dt vvg cc vvg a-acp pp-f n1, av vvb p-acp po22 d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1041 Page 324
6471 our defects in good may keepe our hearts low, but our abundance of sinfull evills may keepe them much lower. our defects in good may keep our hearts low, but our abundance of sinful evils may keep them much lower. po12 n2 p-acp j vmb vvi po12 n2 j, cc-acp po12 n1 pp-f j n2-jn vmb vvi pno32 d vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1042 Page 325
6472 While we consider sin in a two-fold notion, how should it humble us? First, as dwelling or abiding in us; While we Consider since in a twofold notion, how should it humble us? First, as Dwelling or abiding in us; cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, q-crq vmd pn31 vvi pno12? ord, c-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp pno12; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1042 Page 325
6473 Secondly, as acted and brought forth by us in either of these wayes; look on sin, and the heart must needs come downe; Secondly, as acted and brought forth by us in either of these ways; look on since, and the heart must needs come down; ord, c-acp vvn cc vvd av p-acp pno12 p-acp d pp-f d n2; vvb p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vmb av vvi a-acp; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1042 Page 325
6474 thus poyson may expell poyson, the remembrance of sin abiding in us and acted by us, may be a stop to the further acting, thus poison may expel poison, the remembrance of since abiding in us and acted by us, may be a stop to the further acting, av n1 vmb vvi n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pno12 cc vvd p-acp pno12, vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt av-jc vvg, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1042 Page 325
6475 as of all other sins, so especially of this sin, pride. as of all other Sins, so especially of this since, pride. c-acp pp-f d j-jn n2, av av-j pp-f d n1, n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1042 Page 325
6476 Seventhly, Let us be much in the meditation of Christ humbling and abasing himselfe for us. Seventhly, Let us be much in the meditation of christ humbling and abasing himself for us. crd, vvb pno12 vbi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg cc vvg px31 p-acp pno12. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6477 What can kill pride, if the humblings of Christ doe not? O how may we schoole and catechise our proud soules with the remembrances of Christ in his abasements! What can kill pride, if the humblings of christ do not? O how may we school and catechise our proud Souls with the remembrances of christ in his abasements! q-crq vmb vvi n1, cs dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 vdb xx? sy q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cc vvi po12 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2! (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6478 What! an humble Christ, and a proud Christian! an humble Master, and a proud Disciple! What! an humble christ, and a proud Christian! an humble Master, and a proud Disciple! uh dt j np1, cc dt j np1! dt j n1, cc dt j n1! (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6479 did Christ empty himselfe and make himselfe of no reputation, and shall we who are but emptinesse be lifted up with a reputation of our selves, did christ empty himself and make himself of no reputation, and shall we who Are but emptiness be lifted up with a reputation of our selves, vdd np1 vvi px31 cc vvi px31 pp-f dx n1, cc vmb pns12 r-crq vbr p-acp n1 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6480 or with the reputation which others have of us; or with the reputation which Others have of us; cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq n2-jn vhb pp-f pno12; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6481 did he abase himselfe to the forme of a servant, and shall we lift up our selves, did he abase himself to the Form of a servant, and shall we lift up our selves, vdd pns31 vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vmb pns12 vvi a-acp po12 n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6482 as if we reigned as Kings! he humbled himselfe and became obedient to death, even the death of the Crosse; as if we reigned as Kings! he humbled himself and became obedient to death, even the death of the Cross; c-acp cs pns12 vvd p-acp n2! pns31 vvd px31 cc vvd j p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6483 and what have we to glory in but the Crosse of our Lord Jesus Christ ( Gal: 6.14.) if we have any thing to be proud of, 'tis the Crosse of Christ, God forbid (saith Paul) that I should glory (or rejoyce and triumph) save in the Crosse of our Lord Jesus Christ, whereby I am crucified to the world, and the world to me. and what have we to glory in but the Cross of our Lord jesus christ (Gall: 6.14.) if we have any thing to be proud of, it's the Cross of christ, God forbid (Says Paul) that I should glory (or rejoice and triumph) save in the Cross of our Lord jesus christ, whereby I am Crucified to the world, and the world to me. cc q-crq vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1 (n1: crd.) cs pns12 vhb d n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vvb (vvz np1) cst pns11 vmd vvi (cc vvi cc n1) vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, c-crq pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno11. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6484 Think often and much of the humblings of Christ, and then you will think of your selves as meere nothings. Think often and much of the humblings of christ, and then you will think of your selves as mere nothings. vvb av cc d pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, cc cs pn22 vmb vvi pp-f po22 n2 p-acp j pi2x. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6485 This is the most effectuall means, through the Spirit, to bring downe the swellings of our hearts, This is the most effectual means, through the Spirit, to bring down the swellings of our hearts, d vbz dt av-ds j n2, p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f po12 n2, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6486 and to hide pride from man. and to hide pride from man. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6487 Thus much of the second designe of Christ in speaking to man in dreames and visions of the night; the third followeth. Thus much of the second Design of christ in speaking to man in dreams and visions of the night; the third follows. av d pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; dt ord vvz. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6488 Vers. 18. He keepeth back his soule from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword. Vers. 18. He Keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword. np1 crd pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1043 Page 325
6489 This verse holds out another gracious intendment of God, in revealing himselfe to man by dreames and visions of the night. This verse holds out Another gracious intendment of God, in revealing himself to man by dreams and visions of the night. d n1 vvz av j-jn j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg px31 p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1044 Page 325
6490 He doth it thereby to give man warning and wisdome to prevent and escape that destruction which is ready to fall upon him. He does it thereby to give man warning and Wisdom to prevent and escape that destruction which is ready to fallen upon him. pns31 vdz pn31 av pc-acp vvi n1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1044 Page 325
6491 He keepeth back his soule from the pit. Some referre this He to man himselfe, that is, when God hideth pride from man, He Keepeth back his soul from the pit. some refer this He to man himself, that is, when God Hideth pride from man, pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. d vvb d pns31 p-acp n1 px31, cst vbz, c-crq np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1044 Page 325
6492 then man keepeth his soule from the pit, that is, thereby man is both admonished and instructed how to keep his soule from the pit. then man Keepeth his soul from the pit, that is, thereby man is both admonished and instructed how to keep his soul from the pit. cs n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, av n1 vbz av-d vvn cc vvn c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1045 Page 326
6493 They who avoyde the mountains and precipices of pride, are most assured of escaping a downe-fall into perdition. They who avoid the Mountains and precipices of pride, Are most assured of escaping a downfall into perdition. pns32 r-crq vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vbr av-ds vvn pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1045 Page 326
6494 Solomon tells us ( Prov: 16.18.) Pride goeth before destruction, and a high mind before a fall; Solomon tells us (Curae: 16.18.) Pride Goes before destruction, and a high mind before a fallen; np1 vvz pno12 (np1: crd.) n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1045 Page 326
6495 such a fall as Elihu here speakes of, falling into the pit; therefore turning from pride is the escaping of the pit. such a fallen as Elihu Here speaks of, falling into the pit; Therefore turning from pride is the escaping of the pit. d dt n1 c-acp np1 av vvz pp-f, vvg p-acp dt n1; av vvg p-acp n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1045 Page 326
6537 or deface the beauty of the earth, and I will also destroy all men from off the face of the earth. or deface the beauty of the earth, and I will also destroy all men from off the face of the earth. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns11 vmb av vvi d n2 p-acp a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6496 But rather (as most Interpreters) the relative (He) referrs to God himselfe, who both begins and perfects this great worke of Grace; But rather (as most Interpreters) the relative (He) refers to God himself, who both begins and perfects this great work of Grace; cc-acp av-c (c-acp ds n2) dt j (pns31) vvz p-acp np1 px31, r-crq d vvz cc vvz d j n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1046 Page 326
6497 As he speaketh with a purpose to withdraw man from his purpose, &c. so he having effectually withdrawne him from it, As he speaks with a purpose to withdraw man from his purpose, etc. so he having effectually withdrawn him from it, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, av av pns31 vhg av-j vvn pno31 p-acp pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1046 Page 326
6498 and hid pride from him, he thereby humbleth him in the dust of repentance, and so keepeth back his soule from the pit. and hid pride from him, he thereby Humbleth him in the dust of Repentance, and so Keepeth back his soul from the pit. cc vvd n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 av vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1046 Page 326
6499 The word rendred, keepeth back, notes a threefold keeping back; The word rendered, Keepeth back, notes a threefold keeping back; dt n1 vvn, vvz av, n2 dt j n-vvg av; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6500 First, by force, as a man holds another from falling into a pit, or running into danger; First, by force, as a man holds Another from falling into a pit, or running into danger; ord, p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz j-jn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6501 he holds him whether he will or no. he holds him whither he will or no. pns31 vvz pno31 cs pns31 vmb cc uh-dx. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6502 Secondly, there is a holding or keeping back by perswasion or entreaties, by seasonable advice and counsel; Secondly, there is a holding or keeping back by persuasion or entreaties, by seasonable Advice and counsel; ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg cc vvg av p-acp n1 cc n2, p-acp j n1 cc n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6503 so Abigail kept David from shedding blood (1 Sam: 25.) Thirdly, there is a holding or keeping back by authority, so Abigail kept David from shedding blood (1 Sam: 25.) Thirdly, there is a holding or keeping back by Authority, av np1 vvd np1 p-acp vvg n1 (vvd np1: crd) ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg cc vvg av p-acp n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6504 when a Command or an injunction forbids a man from going on, and so stops his proceeding. when a Command or an injunction forbids a man from going on, and so stops his proceeding. c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg a-acp, cc av vvz po31 n-vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6505 Thus we see there is a keeping back, either by outward force, or by counsel, or by command. Thus we see there is a keeping back, either by outward force, or by counsel, or by command. av pns12 vvb a-acp vbz dt n-vvg av, av-d p-acp j n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6506 And there is a keeping back according to any of these three notions, two ways. And there is a keeping back according to any of these three notions, two ways. cc pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg av vvg p-acp d pp-f d crd n2, crd n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6507 First, such a keeping back, as hinders the very attempt, such a keeping back, as stops the first motions, or step into an undertaking. First, such a keeping back, as hinders the very attempt, such a keeping back, as stops the First motions, or step into an undertaking. ord, d dt n-vvg av, c-acp vvz dt j n1, d dt n-vvg av, c-acp vvz dt ord n2, cc vvb p-acp dt n-vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6508 Secondly, there is a keeping back when a man is deeply engaged in an undertaking, when he is gone on and is neere the journeys end of his owne purpose. Secondly, there is a keeping back when a man is deeply engaged in an undertaking, when he is gone on and is near the journeys end of his own purpose. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg av c-crq dt n1 vbz av-jn vvn p-acp dt n-vvg, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn a-acp cc vbz av-j dt ng1 n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6509 Thus David was kept back from destroying Nabal when he was far advanced in that enterprise; Thus David was kept back from destroying Nabal when he was Far advanced in that enterprise; av np1 vbds vvn av p-acp vvg np1 c-crq pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6510 and Abimeleck was kept back from taking Sarah Abrahams wife when the matter had made a very great progress in his spirit. and Abimelech was kept back from taking Sarah Abrahams wife when the matter had made a very great progress in his Spirit. cc np1 vbds vvn av p-acp vvg np1 npg1 n1 c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn dt j j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6511 Both these wayes we may understand it here, though chieflly, I conceive, in the latter. Both these ways we may understand it Here, though chieflly, I conceive, in the latter. av-d d n2 pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av, cs av-j, pns11 vvb, p-acp dt d. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6512 Sometimes God keepeth man, either by his power, or by perswasions and commands sent to him, from setting so much as one foot forward in any sinfull way leading to the pit; Sometime God Keepeth man, either by his power, or by persuasions and commands sent to him, from setting so much as one foot forward in any sinful Way leading to the pit; av np1 vvz n1, av-d p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg av av-d c-acp crd n1 av-j p-acp d j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 326
6513 yet often he suffers him to goe on a great way, and when he is advanced far towards, yet often he suffers him to go on a great Way, and when he is advanced Far towards, av av pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc c-crq pns31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6514 yea is near, very neer to the pits brink, even ready to drop into it, then, then the Lord graciously keeps his soule from falling into it. yea is near, very near to the pits brink, even ready to drop into it, then, then the Lord graciously keeps his soul from falling into it. uh vbz av-j, av av-j p-acp dt n2 n1, av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, av, cs dt n1 av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6515 This word is used •in the negative twice to set forth the high commendation of Abraham (Gen. 22.12.16.) When God had commanded Abraham to offer his Son, This word is used •in the negative twice to Set forth the high commendation of Abraham (Gen. 22.12.16.) When God had commanded Abraham to offer his Son, d n1 vbz vvn av dt j-jn av pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 pp-f np1 (np1 crd.) c-crq np1 vhd vvn np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6637 The first is paine, grievous paine, ver: 19. He is chastened also with pain upon his bed, The First is pain, grievous pain, for: 19. He is chastened also with pain upon his Bed, dt ord vbz n1, j n1, p-acp: crd pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1071 Page 333
6516 and he was so ready to doe it, that presently God tells him, Now I know thou fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld (or kept back) thy son, thine only son from me. and he was so ready to do it, that presently God tells him, Now I know thou Fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld (or kept back) thy son, thine only son from me. cc pns31 vbds av j pc-acp vdi pn31, cst av-j np1 vvz pno31, av pns11 vvb pns21 vv2 np1, vvg pns21 vh2 xx vvn (cc vvd av) po21 n1, po21 j n1 p-acp pno11. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6517 Abraham might have had many reasonings within himselfe to keep back and withhold his Son from being a Sacrifice, Abraham might have had many reasonings within himself to keep back and withhold his Son from being a Sacrifice, np1 vmd vhi vhn d n2-vvg p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi av cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp vbg dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6518 but, saith the Lord, thou hast not withheld or kept him back; but, Says the Lord, thou hast not withheld or kept him back; cc-acp, vvz dt n1, pns21 vh2 xx vvn cc vvd pno31 av; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6519 There the word is used in the negative, as also upon the same occasion at the 16 verse of the same Chapter. There the word is used in the negative, as also upon the same occasion At the 16 verse of the same Chapter. a-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn, c-acp av p-acp dt d n1 p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt d n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6520 And so by Job (Chap. 7.11.) Therefore I will not refraine (or keep back) my mouth. And so by Job (Chap. 7.11.) Therefore I will not refrain (or keep back) my Mouth. cc av p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) av pns11 vmb xx vvi (cc vvb av) po11 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6521 It is as hard a matter to keep back, or hold the mouth in, as it is to keep back a head-strong horse with a bridle. It is as hard a matter to keep back, or hold the Mouth in, as it is to keep back a headstrong horse with a bridle. pn31 vbz a-acp j dt n1 pc-acp vvi av, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp, c-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6522 Therefore the Holy Ghost useth that Metaphor ( Psal. 39.1.) But saith Job, I will not refraine my mouth, I will not keep it back, let it take its course, I will speak in the bitternesse of my spirit. Therefore the Holy Ghost uses that Metaphor (Psalm 39.1.) But Says Job, I will not refrain my Mouth, I will not keep it back, let it take its course, I will speak in the bitterness of my Spirit. av dt j n1 vvz d n1 (np1 crd.) p-acp vvz n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31 av, vvb pn31 vvi po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6523 The word imports powerfull acting, take it either in the negative or affirmative. The word imports powerful acting, take it either in the negative or affirmative. dt n1 vvz j n-vvg, vvb pn31 d p-acp dt j-jn cc j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6524 When the tongue is kept back, 'tis done by a mighty power of grace, and O how great as well as gracious is that power, which the Lord putteth forth to keep back a poor soul that is going, going apace too, from falling into the pit. When the tongue is kept back, it's done by a mighty power of grace, and Oh how great as well as gracious is that power, which the Lord putteth forth to keep back a poor soul that is going, going apace too, from falling into the pit. c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av, pn31|vbz vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc uh c-crq j c-acp av c-acp j vbz d n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz av pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 cst vbz vvg, vvg av av, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6525 He keepeth back His soul from the pit. He Keepeth back His soul from the pit. pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1047 Page 327
6526 But doth the soul fall into the pit? I answer, first, The soul is often in Scripture (by a Synecdoche) put for the whole man; But does the soul fallen into the pit? I answer, First, The soul is often in Scripture (by a Synecdoche) put for the Whole man; cc-acp vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1? pns11 vvb, ord, dt n1 vbz av p-acp n1 (p-acp dt n1) vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1048 Page 327
6527 He keepeth back his soul, that is, he keepeth him from the pit; He Keepeth back his soul, that is, he Keepeth him from the pit; pns31 vvz av po31 n1, cst vbz, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1048 Page 327
6528 secondly, possibly 'tis said, he keepeth his soul from the pit, to teach us that man by running on in sin, ruines his best part, it is not only his body, secondly, possibly it's said, he Keepeth his soul from the pit, to teach us that man by running on in since, ruins his best part, it is not only his body, ord, av-j pn31|vbz vvn, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 d n1 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp n1, vvz po31 js n1, pn31 vbz xx av-j po31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1048 Page 327
6529 and his skin that he destroyeth by sin, but his very soul. and his skin that he Destroyeth by since, but his very soul. cc po31 n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc-acp po31 j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1048 Page 327
6530 'Tis a mercy that God telleth us aforehand the worst of that danger, and the greatnesse of the hazard, It's a mercy that God Telleth us aforehand the worst of that danger, and the greatness of the hazard, pn31|vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvz pno12 av dt js pp-f d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1048 Page 327
6531 or how great a matter we venture upon evill wayes and workes. He keepeth back his soul from the pit. or how great a matter we venture upon evil ways and works. He Keepeth back his soul from the pit. cc c-crq j dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2. pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1048 Page 327
6532 What pit? The word is rendred variously. First thus, he keeps back his soul from corruption. What pit? The word is rendered variously. First thus, he keeps back his soul from corruption. q-crq n1? dt n1 vbz vvn av-j. np1 av, pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 327
6533 The word is used for corrupting by sin ( Gen. 6.12.) And God locked-upon the earth, and behold it was corrupt: The word is used for corrupting by since (Gen. 6.12.) And God locked-upon the earth, and behold it was corrupt: dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg p-acp n1 (np1 crd.) cc np1 j dt n1, cc vvb pn31 vbds j: (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6534 for all flesh had corrupted his way upon the earth; that is, all men were grown wicked and stark naught. for all Flesh had corrupted his Way upon the earth; that is, all men were grown wicked and stark nought. c-acp d n1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; cst vbz, d n2 vbdr vvn j cc j pi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6535 In the very next verse ( vers. 13.) The same word is used to denote corrupting by punishment due to sin; In the very next verse (vers. 13.) The same word is used to denote corrupting by punishment due to since; p-acp dt av ord n1 (fw-la. crd) dt d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp n1 j-jn p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6538 Secondly, the Septuagint render, He spares his soul from death. Thirdly, the Caldee Paraphrase (as we) He prohibits his soul from the pit; Secondly, the septuagint render, He spares his soul from death. Thirdly, the Caldee paraphrase (as we) He prohibits his soul from the pit; ord, dt n1 vvb, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1. ord, dt np1 n1 (c-acp pns12) pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6539 these three, corruption, death, and the pit are of neer aliance; these three, corruption, death, and the pit Are of near alliance; d crd, n1, n1, cc dt n1 vbr a-acp av-j n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6540 and the same word in the Hebrew tongue signifieth corruption, the pit, and death, The pit (or grave) is the place of corruption and the seat or house of death. and the same word in the Hebrew tongue signifies corruption, the pit, and death, The pit (or grave) is the place of corruption and the seat or house of death. cc dt d n1 p-acp dt njp n1 vvz n1, dt n1, cc n1, dt n1 (cc n1) vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6541 We find the pit and destruction put together ( Psal. 55.23.) they shall goe to the pit of destruction; We find the pit and destruction put together (Psalm 55.23.) they shall go to the pit of destruction; pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 vvd av (np1 crd.) pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6542 So then the same word may well serve to signifie a pit, corruption and death; because in the pit dead bodies or carkasses putrifie and corrupt. So then the same word may well serve to signify a pit, corruption and death; Because in the pit dead bodies or carcases putrify and corrupt. av av dt d n1 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, n1 cc n1; c-acp p-acp dt n1 j n2 cc n2 vvi cc vvi. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6543 Yet David prophecying of Christ speaks his assurance of escaping corruption, though not the pit or grave. ( Psal. 16.10.) Thou wilt not suffer thy holy one to see corruption, or the pit. It is this word; Yet David prophesying of christ speaks his assurance of escaping corruption, though not the pit or grave. (Psalm 16.10.) Thou wilt not suffer thy holy one to see corruption, or the pit. It is this word; av np1 vvg pp-f np1 vvz po31 n1 pp-f vvg n1, cs xx dt n1 cc n1. (np1 crd.) pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 j pi pc-acp vvi n1, cc dt n1. pn31 vbz d n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6544 that is, thou wilt not suffer him to corrupt in the pit of the grave; that is, thou wilt not suffer him to corrupt in the pit of the grave; d vbz, pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6545 though being dead was buried and laid in the pit, yet he did not see corruption in the pit. though being dead was buried and laid in the pit, yet he did not see corruption in the pit. c-acp vbg j vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vdd xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6546 That is, corruption had no power, no mastery over him; That is, corruption had no power, no mastery over him; cst vbz, n1 vhd dx n1, dx n1 p-acp pno31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6547 for he loosed the bonds of death (it being impossible that he should be held by them) the third day, for he loosed the bonds of death (it being impossible that he should be held by them) the third day, c-acp pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f n1 (pn31 vbg j cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32) dt ord n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6548 yea with the first of that day, or as soon as it might be truly said that it was the third day; yea with the First of that day, or as soon as it might be truly said that it was the third day; uh p-acp dt ord pp-f d n1, cc c-acp av c-acp pn31 vmd vbi av-j vvn cst pn31 vbds dt ord n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6549 Christ was buryed in the latter part of the sixth day of the week, and arose early the first day of the week, christ was buried in the latter part of the sixth day of the Week, and arose early the First day of the Week, np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd av-j dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6550 even when it did but begin to dawn towards the first day of the week. even when it did but begin to dawn towards the First day of the Week. av c-crq pn31 vdd p-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6551 (Math. 28.1.) And therefore seeing as naturalists (according to Scripture evidence, Joh. 11.39.) testifie corruption doth not naturally take hold of the body till the fourth day after death. (Math. 28.1.) And Therefore seeing as naturalists (according to Scripture evidence, John 11.39.) testify corruption does not naturally take hold of the body till the fourth day After death. (np1 crd.) cc av vvg p-acp n2 (vvg p-acp n1 n1, np1 crd.) vvb n1 vdz xx av-j vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6552 The dead body of Christ was altogether free from corruption, or Christ (as was fore-shewed by David in the Psalme) saw no corruption. The dead body of christ was altogether free from corruption, or christ (as was foreshowed by David in the Psalm) saw no corruption. dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbds av j p-acp n1, cc np1 (c-acp vbds j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1) vvd dx n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1049 Page 328
6553 Further, this word pit, is taken not only for death, the grave, and corruption; Further, this word pit, is taken not only for death, the grave, and corruption; jc, d n1 n1, vbz vvn xx av-j p-acp n1, dt n1, cc n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 328
6554 but for those contrivances and plots which are made and laid for any mans death or distruction. but for those contrivances and plots which Are made and laid for any men death or destruction. cc-acp p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp d ng1 n1 cc n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 328
6555 Thus David said of his malicious and subtle enemies ( Ps. 7.5. ) Into the pit which they have digged, themselves are fallen; Thus David said of his malicious and subtle enemies (Ps. 7.5.) Into the pit which they have dug, themselves Are fallen; av np1 vvd pp-f po31 j cc j n2 (np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, px32 vbr vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6556 that is, they are taken in their own plots; that is, they Are taken in their own plots; cst vbz, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 d n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6557 Those words of the Psalmist are an allusion to Hunters or Fowlers who make pits to ensnare birds or beasts; Those words of the Psalmist Are an allusion to Hunters or Fowlers who make pits to ensnare Birds or beasts; d n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 r-crq vvb n2 pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6638 and the multitude of his bones with strong paine. and the multitude of his bones with strong pain. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1071 Page 333
6558 we must not imagine that there were pits literally made for David, but the pit was a plot or a contrivance to doe him mischief, we must not imagine that there were pits literally made for David, but the pit was a plot or a contrivance to do him mischief, pns12 vmb xx vvi cst a-acp vbdr n2 av-j vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vbds dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vdi pno31 n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6559 and he blessed God that as himself had escaped that mischief, so that the mischief-plotters and contrivers were taken with it themselves. and he blessed God that as himself had escaped that mischief, so that the mischief-plotters and contrivers were taken with it themselves. cc pns31 vvd np1 cst p-acp px31 vhd vvn d n1, av cst dt n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pn31 px32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6560 We have David speaking againe under the same metaphor ( Ps. 9.15.) The Heathen are sunk down in the pit that they made. We have David speaking again under the same metaphor (Ps. 9.15.) The Heathen Are sunk down in the pit that they made. pns12 vhb np1 vvg av p-acp dt d n1 (np1 crd.) dt j-jn vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vvd. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6561 And ( Psal. 35.7.) Without cause they have hid for me their net in a pit, which without cause have they digged for my soul; And (Psalm 35.7.) Without cause they have hid for me their net in a pit, which without cause have they dug for my soul; cc (np1 crd.) p-acp n1 pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pno11 po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vhb pns32 vvn p-acp po11 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6562 that is, they have laid a plot to undoe and destroy me. that is, they have laid a plot to undo and destroy me. cst vbz, pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno11. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6563 And if we take pit in this sence it may hold well enough with the scope of the Text; And if we take pit in this sense it may hold well enough with the scope of the Text; cc cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp d n1 pn31 vmb vvi av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6564 for what is the pit, into which pride and evill purposes thrust sinfull man, but that mischief and misery which Satan is continually plotting against him? And from this mischievous plot it is that God delivereth man, for what is the pit, into which pride and evil Purposes thrust sinful man, but that mischief and misery which Satan is continually plotting against him? And from this mischievous plot it is that God Delivereth man, p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 cc j-jn n2 vvd j n1, cc-acp cst n1 cc n1 r-crq np1 vbz av-j vvg p-acp pno31? cc p-acp d j n1 pn31 vbz cst np1 vvz n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6565 while 'tis said by Elihu, he keepeth back His soul from the pit. while it's said by Elihu, he Keepeth back His soul from the pit. cs pn31|vbz vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1050 Page 329
6566 Some expound the word soul in this former part of the verse, in opposition to life in the latter part of it, and his life from perishing by the sword. some expound the word soul in this former part of the verse, in opposition to life in the latter part of it, and his life from perishing by the sword. d vvb dt n1 n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f pn31, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1051 Page 329
6567 Soul and life are sometimes taken promiscuously, or indifferently for the same thing; yet there is a very great difference between soul and life; Soul and life Are sometime taken promiscuously, or indifferently for the same thing; yet there is a very great difference between soul and life; n1 cc n1 vbr av vvn av-j, cc av-j p-acp dt d n1; av a-acp vbz dt av j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1051 Page 329
6568 the life is nothing else but the union between soul and body; but the soul is a spirituall substance distinct from the body while remaining in it, the life is nothing Else but the Union between soul and body; but the soul is a spiritual substance distinct from the body while remaining in it, dt n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; cc-acp dt n1 vbz dt j n1 j p-acp dt n1 cs vvg p-acp pn31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1051 Page 329
6569 and subsisting it self alone when separate from it. and subsisting it self alone when separate from it. cc vvg pn31 n1 av-j c-crq j p-acp pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1051 Page 329
6570 That bond or knot which ties soul and body together, is, properly, that which Elihu speaks of in the next words. And his life That bound or knot which ties soul and body together, is, properly, that which Elihu speaks of in the next words. And his life cst n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz n1 cc n1 av, vbz, av-j, cst r-crq np1 vvz pp-f p-acp dt ord n2. cc po31 n1 (15) chapter (DIV2) 1051 Page 329
6571 As God keeps back his soul from everlasting destruction, so his life from temporall destruction. Though the soul be most precioua, yet life is very precious; As God keeps back his soul from everlasting destruction, so his life from temporal destruction. Though the soul be most precioua, yet life is very precious; p-acp np1 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp j n1, av po31 n1 p-acp j n1. cs dt n1 vbb av-ds fw-la, av n1 vbz av j; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1052 Page 329
6572 skin for skin, yea all that a man hath will he give for his life (Chap. 2.5.) 'Tis therefore no small mercy for God to keep back a mans life From perishing by the sword. skin for skin, yea all that a man hath will he give for his life (Chap. 2.5.) It's Therefore no small mercy for God to keep back a men life From perishing by the sword. n1 p-acp n1, uh d cst dt n1 vhz n1 pns31 vvi p-acp po31 n1 (np1 crd.) pn31|vbz av dx j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi av dt ng1 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1052 Page 330
6573 The sword is put sometime for warre, that being the principal instrument of warre; The sword is put sometime for war, that being the principal Instrument of war; dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp n1, cst vbg dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6574 some insist much on that sence here, as if the words contained a promise of being kept from perishing by the sword of an open enemy. Some insist much on that sense Here, as if the words contained a promise of being kept from perishing by the sword of an open enemy. d vvb d p-acp d n1 av, c-acp cs dt n2 vvd dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6575 But the sword is here rather put for any kind or for all kinds of hurtfull evills; But the sword is Here rather put for any kind or for all Kinds of hurtful evils; p-acp dt n1 vbz av av vvn p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n2 pp-f j n2-jn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6576 what ever doth afflict, vex, or destroy may be called the sword. what ever does afflict, vex, or destroy may be called the sword. r-crq av vdz vvi, vvb, cc vvi vmb vbi vvn dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6677 Sorrow is alwayes the effect of paine, either outward or inward, either of the flesh or spirit; Sorrow is always the Effect of pain, either outward or inward, either of the Flesh or Spirit; n1 vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1, d j cc j, av-d pp-f dt n1 cc n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 335
6577 The text strictly in the letter is thus rendred, and his life from passing by or through the sword, we say, from perishing by the sword; The text strictly in the Letter is thus rendered, and his life from passing by or through the sword, we say, from perishing by the sword; dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 vbz av vvn, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6578 which passing by the sword is not to escape the sword, but to fall by the sword, which passing by the sword is not to escape the sword, but to fallen by the sword, r-crq vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6579 Thus 'tis said of that idolatrous King Ahaz (2 Kings 16.3.) He caused his sons to passe through the fire, the meaning is not that he delivered them out of the fire, Thus it's said of that idolatrous King Ahaz (2 Kings 16.3.) He caused his Sons to pass through the fire, the meaning is not that he Delivered them out of the fire, av pn31|vbz vvn pp-f cst j n1 np1 (crd n2 crd.) pns31 vvd po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz xx cst pns31 vvd pno32 av pp-f dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6580 but consumed them in the fire; but consumed them in the fire; cc-acp vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6581 for he made them passe through the fire to Molech, which was a sacrificing of them to that abominable idoll. for he made them pass through the fire to Molech, which was a sacrificing of them to that abominable idol. c-acp pns31 vvd pno32 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp d j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6582 It is also said (2 Sam. •2. 31.) when David took Rabba and destroyed the Ammonites, he made them passe through the brick-kilne, not to save them, but to consume them. It is also said (2 Sam. •2. 31.) when David took Rabba and destroyed the Ammonites, he made them pass through the Brick-kiln, not to save them, but to consume them. pn31 vbz av vvn (crd np1 n1. crd.) q-crq np1 vvd np1 cc vvd dt np2, pns31 vvd pno32 vvi p-acp dt j, xx pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6583 Some conceive that this brick-kilne through which David made those captive Ammonites to passe was the fire or furnace of Molech, that infamous Idoll of the Ammonites (with whose bloody and most cruell devotions the apostatizing Jewes or people of God, were in after times ensnared) And if so, some conceive that this Brick-kiln through which David made those captive Ammonites to pass was the fire or furnace of Molech, that infamous Idol of the Ammonites (with whose bloody and most cruel devotions the apostatizing Jews or people of God, were in After times Ensnared) And if so, d vvb cst d j p-acp r-crq np1 vvd d j-jn np2 p-acp n1 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cst j n1 pp-f dt np2 (p-acp rg-crq j cc av-ds j n2 dt vvg np2 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbdr p-acp p-acp n2 vvn) cc cs av, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6584 then they might see God turning their sin into their punishment; then they might see God turning their since into their punishment; cs pns32 vmd vvi np1 vvg po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6585 and declaring his fiery wrath against them in that, by which they had declared their foolish and abominable zeale. and declaring his fiery wrath against them in that, by which they had declared their foolish and abominable zeal. cc vvg po31 j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d, p-acp r-crq pns32 vhd vvn po32 j cc j n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6586 But that which I quote their punishment for, is only the forme of its expression; He made them pass through the brick-kilne; that is, perish in it. But that which I quote their punishment for, is only the Form of its expression; He made them pass through the Brick-kiln; that is, perish in it. p-acp cst r-crq pns11 vvb po32 n1 p-acp, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; pns31 vvd pno32 vvi p-acp dt j; cst vbz, vvb p-acp pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6587 Thus here, and his soul from passing by the sword, is rightly translated from perishing by the sword. Thus Here, and his soul from passing by the sword, is rightly translated from perishing by the sword. av av, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, vbz av-jn vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6588 The word rendred sword signifies also any missive weapon, or weapon cast with the hand, especially a dart; The word rendered sword signifies also any missive weapon, or weapon cast with the hand, especially a dart; dt n1 vvn n1 vvz av d n1 n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, av-j dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6589 so Mr. Broughton translates, and his life from going on the dart. The generall sence of this verse is plainly this; so Mr. Broughton translates, and his life from going on the dart. The general sense of this verse is plainly this; av n1 np1 vvz, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av-j d; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1053 Page 330
6590 The Lord withdraweth man from his purpose, and hides pride from man, that so he may in mercy preserve him from perishing both in body and soul, The Lord withdraweth man from his purpose, and hides pride from man, that so he may in mercy preserve him from perishing both in body and soul, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz n1 p-acp n1, cst av pns31 vmb p-acp n1 vvi pno31 p-acp vvg d p-acp n1 cc n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1054 Page 330
6591 or that he may keep him not only from the first, but from the second death, which is the separation of the whole man from the blessed presence of God for ever. or that he may keep him not only from the First, but from the second death, which is the separation of the Whole man from the blessed presence of God for ever. cc cst pns31 vmb vvi pno31 xx av-j p-acp dt ord, cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1054 Page 330
6592 'Tis a great favour to be kept from the pit where the body corrupts, or from the sword that wounds the flesh, It's a great favour to be kept from the pit where the body corrupts, or from the sword that wounds the Flesh, pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc p-acp dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1054 Page 331
6593 but to be kept from that everlasting woe which shall overwhelme the wicked in that bottomlesse pit or lake of fire and brimstone, this is the highest favour of God to lost man. but to be kept from that everlasting woe which shall overwhelm the wicked in that bottomless pit or lake of fire and brimstone, this is the highest favour of God to lost man. cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 r-crq vmb vvb dt j p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, d vbz dt js n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-vvn n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1054 Page 331
6594 This is the pit, this the perishing from which (saith Elihu) the Lord keepeth back the soul and life of man. This is the pit, this the perishing from which (Says Elihu) the Lord Keepeth back the soul and life of man. d vbz dt n1, d dt j-vvg p-acp r-crq (vvz np1) dt n1 vvz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1054 Page 331
6595 First, from the emphasis of the word, he keepeth back, importing, that God, as it were by strong hand or absolute authority and command, keepeth the soul of man from the pit. Note. First, from the emphasis of the word, he Keepeth back, importing, that God, as it were by strong hand or absolute Authority and command, Keepeth the soul of man from the pit. Note. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz av, vvg, cst np1, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp j n1 cc j n1 cc n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1055 Page 331
6596 Man is very forward to run upon his own ruine, even to run upon eternall ruine, Man is very forward to run upon his own ruin, even to run upon Eternal ruin, n1 vbz av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1, av pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1056 Page 331
6597 if the Lord did not hold, stay, and stop him. if the Lord did not hold, stay, and stop him. cs dt n1 vdd xx vvi, vvb, cc vvi pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1056 Page 331
6598 Man would tumble into the pit, at the very next step, if God did not keep him. Man would tumble into the pit, At the very next step, if God did not keep him. n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt av ord n1, cs np1 vdd xx vvi pno31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1057 Page 331
6599 The way of man naturally is downe to the pit, and all that he doth of his own self is for his own undoing: The Way of man naturally is down to the pit, and all that he does of his own self is for his own undoing: dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc d cst pns31 vdz pp-f po31 d n1 vbz p-acp po31 d n-vvg: (15) chapter (DIV2) 1057 Page 331
6600 And as he is kept back from the pit, so (as the Apostle Peter hath it, 1 Epist. 1.5.) he is kept by the power of God, through faith unto salvation. And as he is kept back from the pit, so (as the Apostle Peter hath it, 1 Epistle 1.5.) he is kept by the power of God, through faith unto salvation. cc c-acp pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1, av (c-acp dt n1 np1 vhz pn31, crd np1 crd.) pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1057 Page 331
6601 Secondly, considering the season signified in the former verse, that when man is going upon an evill work, Secondly, considering the season signified in the former verse, that when man is going upon an evil work, ord, vvg dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j n1, cst c-crq n1 vbz vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1058 Page 331
6602 or walking in the pride of his heart, God is keeping him from the pit. Note. or walking in the pride of his heart, God is keeping him from the pit. Note. cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 vbz vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1. n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1058 Page 331
6603 While man hath sinfull purposes and pride in his heart, all that while he is going on to destruction, both temporall and eternall. While man hath sinful Purposes and pride in his heart, all that while he is going on to destruction, both temporal and Eternal. n1 n1 vhz j n2 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, d cst cs pns31 vbz vvg a-acp p-acp n1, d j cc j. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1059 Page 331
6604 Every step in sin is a step to misery, and the further any man proceedeth on in sin, the further he wanders from God; Every step in since is a step to misery, and the further any man Proceedeth on in since, the further he wanders from God; d n1 p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt av-jc d n1 vvz a-acp p-acp n1, dt av-jc pns31 vvz p-acp np1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1060 Page 331
6605 and the further he wanders from God, the neerer he comes to misery. As the further we goe from the Sun, the neerer we are to the cold, and the further he wanders from God, the nearer he comes to misery. As the further we go from the Sun, the nearer we Are to the cold, cc dt av-jc pns31 vvz p-acp np1, dt av-jc pns31 vvz p-acp n1. p-acp dt jc pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, dt jc pns12 vbr p-acp dt j-jn, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1060 Page 331
6606 and the further we go from the fountaine, the nearer we are to drought; so they that hast to sin, hast to sorrow, yea to hell. and the further we go from the fountain, the nearer we Are to drought; so they that hast to since, hast to sorrow, yea to hell. cc dt jc pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, dt jc pns12 vbr p-acp n1; av pns32 cst vvb p-acp n1, vh2 p-acp n1, uh p-acp n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1060 Page 331
6607 Solomon saith of such, they love death. Solomon Says of such, they love death. np1 vvz pp-f d, pns32 vvb n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1060 Page 331
6608 There is no man loves death under the notion of death, there is no beauty, no amiableness in death; There is no man loves death under the notion of death, there is no beauty, no amiableness in death; pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1 p-acp n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1060 Page 331
6609 but all they may be said to love death, who love sin, and live in it. but all they may be said to love death, who love since, and live in it. cc-acp d pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1, r-crq n1 n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1060 Page 331
6610 Every motion towards sin, is a hasting into the armes and embraces of death, sinners wooe and invite death and the grave, yea hell and destruction. Thirdly, note. Every motion towards since, is a hasting into the arms and embraces of death, Sinners woo and invite death and the grave, yea hell and destruction. Thirdly, note. np1 n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, n2 vvb cc vvi n1 cc dt n1, uh n1 cc n1. ord, n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1060 Page 331
6611 The warnings and admonitions which God gives to sinfull man, whether waking or sleeping are to keep him from perishing, to keep him from temporall, to keep him from eternall perishing. The Warnings and admonitions which God gives to sinful man, whither waking or sleeping Are to keep him from perishing, to keep him from temporal, to keep him from Eternal perishing. dt n2 cc n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp j n1, cs vvg cc vvg vbr pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp j, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp j vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1061 Page 331
6612 This is the great end of preaching the Gospel, the end also of pressing the terrors of the Law; This is the great end of preaching the Gospel, the end also of pressing the terrors of the Law; d vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, dt n1 av pp-f vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6613 both have this aime to keep man from perishing. both have this aim to keep man from perishing. d vhb d vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vvg. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6614 When man is prest to holinesse, and when he is represt from the wayes of sin, 'tis that he may not perish for ever. When man is pressed to holiness, and when he is repressed from the ways of since, it's that he may not perish for ever. c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz d pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6615 God hath set up many ordinances, he hath imployed many instruments to administer them; God hath Set up many ordinances, he hath employed many Instruments to administer them; np1 vhz vvn a-acp d n2, pns31 vhz vvn d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6616 many thousands goe up and downe preaching to the world, and crying out to the sons of men, repent and beleeve, beleeve and repent; many thousands go up and down preaching to the world, and crying out to the Sons of men, Repent and believe, believe and Repent; d crd vvb a-acp cc a-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vvb cc vvi, vvb cc vvi; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6617 and why all this cry, but to keep souls from the pit, and their life from perishing by the sword? The Apostle Jude exhorts to save some with fear, and of others to have compassion, that is, terrifie some that you may save them, make them afraid that they may not be damned; and why all this cry, but to keep Souls from the pit, and their life from perishing by the sword? The Apostle U^de exhorts to save Some with Fear, and of Others to have compassion, that is, terrify Some that you may save them, make them afraid that they may not be damned; cc c-crq d d n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, cc po32 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1? dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp p-acp d p-acp n1, cc pp-f ng2-jn pc-acp vhi n1, cst vbz, vvi d cst pn22 vmb vvi pno32, vvb pno32 j cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6618 save them with fear, plucking them as it were out of the fire. Sinners are runing into the fire, and do not perceive it; save them with Fear, plucking them as it were out of the fire. Sinners Are runing into the fire, and do not perceive it; p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, vvg pno32 p-acp pn31 vbdr av pp-f dt n1. n2 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vdb xx vvi pn31; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6619 they are tumbling down to hell and consider it not; they Are tumbling down to hell and Consider it not; pns32 vbr vvg a-acp p-acp n1 cc vvi pn31 xx; (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6620 they must be pulled out of the fire, else they will burn in it for ever. they must be pulled out of the fire, Else they will burn in it for ever. pns32 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1, av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp av. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6621 The great businesse of the Gospell is to pull souls like firebrands out of the burning. Fourthly, note. The great business of the Gospel is to pull Souls like firebrands out of the burning. Fourthly, note. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi n2 av-j n2 av pp-f dt j-vvg. ord, n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1062 Page 332
6622 They who turn from their evill purposes and the pride of their hearts, escape wrath, the pit, and the sword. They who turn from their evil Purposes and the pride of their hearts, escape wrath, the pit, and the sword. pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 j-jn n2 cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvb n1, dt n1, cc dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1063 Page 332
6623 The wages of sin is death, and well are they that escape, that misse such wages. The wages of since is death, and well Are they that escape, that miss such wages. dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1, cc av vbr pns32 cst vvb, cst vvb d n2. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1064 Page 332
6624 If a sinner turne from his purpose, from his sinfull way, if his pride be subdued and he emptied of himself, If a sinner turn from his purpose, from his sinful Way, if his pride be subdued and he emptied of himself, cs dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 j n1, cs po31 n1 vbi vvn cc pns31 vvn pp-f px31, (15) chapter (DIV2) 1064 Page 332
6625 then his soul if kept from destruction, and his life from perishing by the sword. then his soul if kept from destruction, and his life from perishing by the sword. av po31 n1 cs vvn p-acp n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (15) chapter (DIV2) 1064 Page 332
6626 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 19, 20, 21, 22. He is chastened also with pain upon his bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong pain. JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 19, 20, 21, 22. He is chastened also with pain upon his Bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong pain. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1064 Page 333
6627 So that his life abhorreth bread, and his soul dainty meat. So that his life abhorreth bred, and his soul dainty meat. av cst po31 n1 vvz n1, cc po31 n1 j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1066 Page 333
6628 His flesh is consumed away that it cannot be seen, and his bones that were not seen stick out. His Flesh is consumed away that it cannot be seen, and his bones that were not seen stick out. po31 n1 vbz vvn av cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc po31 n2 cst vbdr xx vvn vvi av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1067 Page 333
6629 His soul draweth neare unto the grave, and his life to the destroyer. His soul draws near unto the grave, and his life to the destroyer. po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1068 Page 333
6630 THe context of these foure verses, containeth a description of the second meanes, which the wisdome of God is pleased often to use for the humiliation of man, THe context of these foure Verses, Containeth a description of the second means, which the Wisdom of God is pleased often to use for the humiliation of man, dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n2, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1069 Page 333
6631 and for the discovery or revelation of his mind unto him. and for the discovery or Revelation of his mind unto him. cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1069 Page 333
6632 He speaketh in a dream, in a vision of the night, as was shewed before, he speaketh also by paines and sicknesses, He speaks in a dream, in a vision of the night, as was showed before, he speaks also by pains and Sicknesses, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vbds vvn a-acp, pns31 vvz av p-acp n2 cc n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1069 Page 333
6633 as is now to be considered. Vers. 19. He is chastened also with pain. as is now to be considered. Vers. 19. He is chastened also with pain. c-acp vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn. np1 crd pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1069 Page 333
6634 That particle which we render also, gives the text an emphasis (He is chastened also) For it imports, that here is a further addition or supplement of meanes, whereby the Lord doth awaken sinners to attend and obey his voyce. That particle which we render also, gives the text an emphasis (He is chastened also) For it imports, that Here is a further addition or supplement of means, whereby the Lord does awaken Sinners to attend and obey his voice. cst n1 r-crq pns12 vvb av, vvz dt n1 dt n1 (pns31 vbz vvn av) p-acp pn31 vvz, cst av vbz dt jc n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1070 Page 333
6635 The subject of these foure verses, is a sick man, or, the sickness of man. A sorrowfull subject. The Subject of these foure Verses, is a sick man, or, the sickness of man. A sorrowful Subject. dt n-jn pp-f d crd n2, vbz dt j n1, cc, dt n1 pp-f n1. dt j n-jn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1070 Page 333
6636 And the sickness of man is set forth in these foure verses, by foure sad symptomes or effects. And the sickness of man is Set forth in these foure Verses, by foure sad symptoms or effects. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn av p-acp d crd n2, p-acp crd j n2 cc n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1070 Page 333
6639 The second symptome of this sickness, is loss of appetite, and his nauceating all manner of food ( v. 20.) So that his life abhorreth bread, and his soul dainty meat. The second Symptom of this sickness, is loss of appetite, and his nauceating all manner of food (v. 20.) So that his life abhorreth bred, and his soul dainty meat. dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, vbz n1 pp-f n1, cc po31 vvg d n1 pp-f n1 (n1 crd) av cst po31 n1 vvz n1, cc po31 n1 j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1072 Page 333
6640 The third symptome of his sickness is a generall languishment or consumption all his body over ( v. 21.) His flesh is consumed away that it cannot be seen, The third Symptom of his sickness is a general languishment or consumption all his body over (v. 21.) His Flesh is consumed away that it cannot be seen, dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 d po31 n1 a-acp (n1 crd) po31 n1 vbz vvn av cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1073 Page 333
6641 and his bones that were not seene stick out. and his bones that were not seen stick out. cc po31 n2 cst vbdr xx vvn vvi av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1073 Page 333
6642 The fourth and last symptome of this grievous sickness is fainting, swooning, or a readiness to expire and give up the ghost ( v. 22.) His soul draweth near to the grave, The fourth and last Symptom of this grievous sickness is fainting, swooning, or a readiness to expire and give up the ghost (v. 22.) His soul draws near to the grave, dt ord cc ord n1 pp-f d j n1 vbz vvg, vvg, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1 (n1 crd) po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1074 Page 334
6643 and his life to the destroyer; That is, he is sick, and even sick to death. and his life to the destroyer; That is, he is sick, and even sick to death. cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; cst vbz, pns31 vbz j, cc av j p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1074 Page 334
6644 All these are speciall symptomes of a sick man, or of the sickness of man. I begin with the first. All these Are special symptoms of a sick man, or of the sickness of man. I begin with the First. av-d d vbr j n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1074 Page 334
6645 Vers. 19. He is chastened also with pain upon his bed. The word which we render to chasten, hath a twofold signification in Scripture. Vers. 19. He is chastened also with pain upon his Bed. The word which we render to chasten, hath a twofold signification in Scripture. np1 crd pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, vhz dt j n1 p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1074 Page 334
6646 First, to reprove or convince both by authority and reason ( Lev: 19.17.) Thou shalt not hate thy brother in thy heart, thou shalt in any wise rebuke him; First, to reprove or convince both by Authority and reason (Lev: 19.17.) Thou shalt not hate thy brother in thy heart, thou shalt in any wise rebuke him; ord, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d p-acp n1 cc n1 (np1: crd.) pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, pns21 vm2 p-acp d j n1 pno31; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6647 or, reproving thou shalt reprove him; that is, Thou shalt surely reprove him. or, reproving thou shalt reprove him; that is, Thou shalt surely reprove him. cc, vvg pns21 vm2 vvi pno31; cst vbz, pns21 vm2 av-j vvi pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6648 And in that famous Prophecy concerning Christ ( Isa: 11.4.) He shall reprove with equity; And in that famous Prophecy Concerning christ (Isaiah: 11.4.) He shall reprove with equity; cc p-acp d j n1 vvg np1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6649 we put in the margin, He shall argue with equity, or convince by such reasons and arguments as shall carry the greatest equity in them. we put in the margin, He shall argue with equity, or convince by such Reasons and Arguments as shall carry the greatest equity in them. pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp vmb vvi dt js n1 p-acp pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6650 Thus when Christ had finished his Sermon on the mount, it is sayd ( Math: 7.28, 29.) The people (his Auditors) were astonished at his doctrine, Thus when christ had finished his Sermon on the mount, it is said (Math: 7.28, 29.) The people (his Auditors) were astonished At his Doctrine, av c-crq np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz vvd (np1: crd, crd) dt n1 (po31 n2) vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6651 for he taught them as one having authority, and not as the Scribes. for he taught them as one having Authority, and not as the Scribes. c-acp pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp crd vhg n1, cc xx p-acp dt n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6652 This Sermon carrying so great a reproofe of the Scribes and Pharisees, both as to their life and doctrine throughout, may well be expounded as a fullfilling of that ancient prophecy; This Sermon carrying so great a reproof of the Scribes and Pharisees, both as to their life and Doctrine throughout, may well be expounded as a fulfilling of that ancient prophecy; d n1 vvg av j dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc np2, d c-acp p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 a-acp, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f cst j n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6653 It being confessed in another place of the Gospel, even by the Officers that were sent to attach him ( John 7.46.) Never man spake like this man. It being confessed in Another place of the Gospel, even by the Officers that were sent to attach him (John 7.46.) Never man spoke like this man. pn31 vbg vvn p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n2 cst vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 (np1 crd.) av-x n1 vvd av-j d n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6654 The words of Christ had so much evidence, so much equity in them, that they who came to take and catch him, were taken and caught, The words of christ had so much evidence, so much equity in them, that they who Come to take and catch him, were taken and caught, dt n2 pp-f np1 vhd av d n1, av d n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, vbdr vvn cc vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6655 if not to conversion, yet to such a conviction, by what he spake, that they could not (though they highly displeased their Masters in saying so) but say, Never man spake like this man; if not to conversion, yet to such a conviction, by what he spoke, that they could not (though they highly displeased their Masters in saying so) but say, Never man spoke like this man; cs xx p-acp n1, av p-acp d dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd, cst pns32 vmd xx (c-acp pns32 av-j vvd po32 n2 p-acp vvg av) cc-acp vvb, av-x n1 vvd av-j d n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6656 As if they had sayd, Surely, the man that speakes thus is more then a man. As if they had said, Surely, the man that speaks thus is more then a man. c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, av-j, dt n1 cst vvz av vbz dc cs dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1076 Page 334
6678 yet the wounds of the spirit cause the greatest paine; yet the wounds of the Spirit cause the greatest pain; av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1 dt js n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 335
6657 Secondly, The word often signifies to correct, which is also to instruct; correction is for instruction. Secondly, The word often signifies to correct, which is also to instruct; correction is for instruction. ord, dt n1 av vvz pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbz av pc-acp vvi; n1 vbz p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 334
6658 Chastning is the most reall reproving. Chastening is the most real reproving. vvg vbz dt av-ds j vvg. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 334
6659 And so we render it, He is chastened. Man is instructed not only by speech and counsell, but by stripes and corrections. And so we render it, He is chastened. Man is instructed not only by speech and counsel, but by stripes and corrections. cc av pns12 vvb pn31, pns31 vbz vvn. n1 vbz vvn xx av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp n2 cc n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 334
6660 Thus David prayed ( Psal: 6.1.) O Lord, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure. Thus David prayed (Psalm: 6.1.) Oh Lord, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hight displeasure. av np1 vvd (np1: crd.) uh n1, vvb pno11 xx p-acp po21 n1, av-dx vvi pno11 p-acp po21 j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 334
6661 The first word which we render rebuke, is that in the text; The First word which we render rebuke, is that in the text; dt ord n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvi, vbz d p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 334
6662 As if he had sayd, Lord doe not rebuke me by angry afflictions, let me not find thee greatly displeased, As if he had said, Lord do not rebuke me by angry afflictions, let me not find thee greatly displeased, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, n1 vdb xx vvi pno11 p-acp j n2, vvb pno11 xx vvi pno21 av-j vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6663 and my selfe sorely chastned at once. and my self sorely chastened At once. cc po11 n1 av-j vvn p-acp a-acp. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6664 He deprecates the same againe, and how grievous the effects of such dispensations are, he sheweth ( Psal: 38.1.) Rebuke me not in thy wrath. He deprecates the same again, and how grievous the effects of such dispensations Are, he shows (Psalm: 38.1.) Rebuke me not in thy wrath. pns31 vvz dt d av, cc c-crq j dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbr, pns31 vvz (np1: crd.) vvb pno11 xx p-acp po21 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6665 (Psal: 39.11.) When thou with rebukes dost correct man for iniquity; (Psalm: 39.11.) When thou with rebukes dost correct man for iniquity; (np1: crd.) c-crq pns21 p-acp n2 vd2 vvi n1 p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6666 (He means it not only of word-rebukes, but of hand-rebukes also, when thou with such doubled rebukes dost chasten man for iniquity) What then? The effects of it follow, (He means it not only of word-rebukes, but of hand-rebukes also, when thou with such doubled rebukes dost chasten man for iniquity) What then? The effects of it follow, (pns31 vvz pn31 xx j pp-f n2, cc-acp pp-f n2 av, c-crq pns21 p-acp d j-vvn n2 vd2 vvi n1 p-acp n1) q-crq av? dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvi, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6667 even the staining of the glory of all flesh; Thou makest his beauty to consume away like a moth. even the staining of the glory of all Flesh; Thou Makest his beauty to consume away like a moth. av dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1; pns21 vv2 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av av-j dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6668 And so some interpret that ( Psal: 105.15.) He reproved Kings for their sakes? (speaking of his owne people) the Lord did not only speak to those Kings, And so Some interpret that (Psalm: 105.15.) He reproved Kings for their sakes? (speaking of his own people) the Lord did not only speak to those Kings, cc av d vvb cst (np1: crd.) pns31 vvd n2 p-acp po32 n2? (vvg pp-f po31 d n1) dt n1 vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp d n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6669 but made them feel his hand, for his peoples sake. Abimelech felt his hand for Abrahams sake. but made them feel his hand, for his peoples sake. Abimelech felt his hand for Abrahams sake. cc-acp vvd pno32 vvi po31 n1, p-acp po31 ng1 n1. np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6670 And so did Pharoah that hard-hearted King in a whole decade of plagues for Israels sake, whom he had oppressed and would not let goe. And so did Pharaoh that hardhearted King in a Whole decade of plagues for Israel's sake, whom he had oppressed and would not let go. cc av vdd np1 cst j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp npg1 n1, ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn cc vmd xx vvi vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6671 We render the word in this second sense, for a rebuke by blowes or by correction, which yet hath a language in it, We render the word in this second sense, for a rebuke by blows or by correction, which yet hath a language in it, pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp d ord n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 cc p-acp n1, r-crq av vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6672 and speaks with a loud voyce to man. He is chastened with paine upon his bed. and speaks with a loud voice to man. He is chastened with pain upon his Bed. cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1. pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1077 Page 335
6673 Paine is both the concomitant, and effect of sickness. Pain is both the concomitant, and Effect of sickness. n1 vbz d dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 335
6674 The word noteth, First, the paine of the body, caused either by the violence of inward distempers, or from the outward stroake of a wound ( Gen: 34.) When the sons of Jacob had prevailed with the Shechemites to receive Circumcision, It came to passe on the third day, The word notes, First, the pain of the body, caused either by the violence of inward distempers, or from the outward stroke of a wound (Gen: 34.) When the Sons of Jacob had prevailed with the Shechemites to receive Circumcision, It Come to pass on the third day, dt n1 vvz, ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd) c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1, pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 335
6675 when they were sore, or pained with the wound of it, Simeon and Levi came upon them (Gen: 34.25.) Secondly, the word signifieth as bodyly paine caused any way, when they were soar, or pained with the wound of it, Simeon and Levi Come upon them (Gen: 34.25.) Secondly, the word signifies as bodily pain caused any Way, c-crq pns32 vbdr j, cc j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 cc np1 vvd p-acp pno32 (np1: crd.) ord, dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1 vvd d n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 335
6676 so paine of the mind, which is griefe or sorrow ( Psal: 69.29.) I am poore and sorrowfull. so pain of the mind, which is grief or sorrow (Psalm: 69.29.) I am poor and sorrowful. av n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz n1 cc n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vbm j cc j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 335
6679 for of that Solomon saith, ( Pro: 18.14.) Who can beare it? The same Solomon (Pro: 14.13.) speaking of a wicked man in his highest jollity, saith, In laughter the heart is sorrowfull. for of that Solomon Says, (Pro: 18.14.) Who can bear it? The same Solomon (Pro: 14.13.) speaking of a wicked man in his highest jollity, Says, In laughter the heart is sorrowful. c-acp pp-f d np1 vvz, (np1: crd.) q-crq vmb vvi pn31? dt d np1 (np1: crd.) vvg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 js n1, vvz, p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 335
6680 His conscience aketh (if he have an awakened conscience) even while he laugheth; and surely while the heart is sorrowfull and pained, laughter yeeldeth little pleasure. His conscience aketh (if he have an awakened conscience) even while he Laugheth; and surely while the heart is sorrowful and pained, laughter yields little pleasure. po31 n1 vvz (cs pns31 vhb dt vvn n1) av cs pns31 vvz; cc av-j cs dt n1 vbz j cc j-vvn, n1 vvz j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 335
6681 We may take paine in this text in both senses, but specially in the former. The sick man is often pained in mind, but alwayes in his body. We may take pain in this text in both Senses, but specially in the former. The sick man is often pained in mind, but always in his body. pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j. dt j n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp av p-acp po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 335
6682 He is chastened with pain Ʋpon his bed. There he used to have rest, but being sick his bed becoms restless to him. He is chastened with pain Ʋpon his Bed. There he used to have rest, but being sick his Bed becomes restless to him. pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 av po31 n1. a-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi n1, cc-acp vbg j po31 n1 vvz j p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1078 Page 336
6683 To be upon the Bed, is a periphrasis of sickness; To be upon the Bed, is a periphrasis of sickness; pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6684 That of Christ ( Luke 17.34.) There shall be two in one bed, the one shall be taken, That of christ (Lycia 17.34.) There shall be two in one Bed, the one shall be taken, cst pp-f np1 (av crd.) a-acp vmb vbi crd p-acp crd n1, dt pi vmb vbi vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6685 and the other left, as it may be meant of any two Bedfellowes (especially of husband and wife) in their health, and the other left, as it may be meant of any two Bedfellows (especially of husband and wife) in their health, cc dt n-jn vvd, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d crd n2 (av-j pp-f n1 cc n1) p-acp po32 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6686 so some take it principally of two in a sick bed; Grace takes hold of one and not of another upon a sick bed. so Some take it principally of two in a sick Bed; Grace Takes hold of one and not of Another upon a sick Bed. av d vvb pn31 av-j pp-f crd p-acp dt j n1; n1 vvz n1 pp-f crd cc xx pp-f j-jn p-acp dt j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6687 I insist not upon that sense, though it be a probable and a profitable one. I insist not upon that sense, though it be a probable and a profitable one. pns11 vvb xx p-acp d n1, cs pn31 vbb dt j cc dt j pi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6688 But surely to say, A man is chastened with paine upon his bed, implyeth, the man to be in extraordinary pain; But surely to say, A man is chastened with pain upon his Bed, Implies, the man to be in extraordinary pain; p-acp av-j pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz, dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp j n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6689 as to say, such a man keepes his bed, implyeth, he hath more then an ordinary sickness, as to say, such a man keeps his Bed, Implies, he hath more then an ordinary sickness, c-acp pc-acp vvi, d dt n1 vvz po31 n1, vvz, pns31 vhz dc cs dt j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6690 or that he is very sick. We have three expressions in our language gradually setting forth the sicknesse of a person; or that he is very sick. We have three expressions in our language gradually setting forth the sickness of a person; cc cst pns31 vbz av j. pns12 vhb crd n2 p-acp po12 n1 av-jn vvg av dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6691 First, we say, he keepes his house. He that is not well doth not goe abroad, sickness houseth him. First, we say, he keeps his house. He that is not well does not go abroad, sickness houseth him. ord, pns12 vvb, pns31 vvz po31 n1. pns31 cst vbz xx av vdz xx vvi av, n1 vvz pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6692 Secondly, we say, he keepes his chamber; that's a further degree, when sickness hath brought a man up staires, Secondly, we say, he keeps his chamber; that's a further degree, when sickness hath brought a man up stairs, ord, pns12 vvb, pns31 vvz po31 n1; cst|vbz dt jc n1, c-crq n1 vhz vvn dt n1 a-acp n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6693 and shut him in his chamber, he is sicke indeed. Thirdly, we say, such a man keeps his bed; and shut him in his chamber, he is sick indeed. Thirdly, we say, such a man keeps his Bed; cc vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbz j av. ord, pns12 vvb, d dt n1 vvz po31 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6694 The meaning of which every one understands to be, that he is dangerously or extreamly sick. The meaning of which every one understands to be, that he is dangerously or extremely sick. dt n1 pp-f r-crq d pi vvz pc-acp vbi, cst pns31 vbz av-j cc av-jn j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6695 Thus when Elihu saith, He is chastened with pain upon his bed; Thus when Elihu Says, He is chastened with pain upon his Bed; av c-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6696 we may conceive him so ill, that either he must not, or is not able to sit up. we may conceive him so ill, that either he must not, or is not able to fit up. pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av av-jn, cst d pns31 vmb xx, cc vbz xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6697 And Elihu in speaking thus, seemes to have relation to what Job had sayd ( Chap: 7.13.) When I sayd my bed shall comfort me, And Elihu in speaking thus, seems to have Relation to what Job had said (Chap: 7.13.) When I said my Bed shall Comfort me, np1 np1 p-acp vvg av, vvz pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhd vvn (n1: crd.) c-crq pns11 vvd po11 n1 vmb vvi pno11, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6698 and my couch shall ease my complaint; Then thou scarest me with dreames, and terrifiest me through visions. and my couch shall ease my complaint; Then thou scarest me with dreams, and terrifiest me through visions. cc po11 n1 vmb vvi po11 n1; cs pns21 vv2 pno11 p-acp n2, cc vv2 pno11 p-acp n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6721 The whole systeme of his bones is as it were confounded and disjoynted. The multitude of his bones is chastned with strong paine. The Whole system of his bones is as it were confounded and disjointed. The multitude of his bones is chastened with strong pain. dt j-jn vvb pp-f po31 n2 vbz p-acp pn31 vbdr vvn cc vvn. dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbz vvn p-acp j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6699 As if he had sayd, O Job, thou indeed hast had recourse heretofore, to thy bed for refreshing and comfort, in silent meditations and soliloquies with God, As if he had said, Oh Job, thou indeed hast had recourse heretofore, to thy Bed for refreshing and Comfort, in silent meditations and soliloquies with God, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, uh np1, pns21 av vh2 vhd n1 av, p-acp po21 n1 p-acp vvg cc n1, p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6700 but he terrified thee with dreames, and spake to thee by scaring visions, to turne thee from thy purpose. but he terrified thee with dreams, and spoke to thee by scaring visions, to turn thee from thy purpose. cc-acp pns31 vvd pno21 p-acp n2, cc vvd p-acp pno21 p-acp vvg n2, pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6701 And not only so, but finding thee deafe to those admonitions, or not regarding them, And not only so, but finding thee deaf to those admonitions, or not regarding them, cc xx av-j av, cc-acp vvg pno21 j p-acp d n2, cc xx vvg pno32, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6702 yea still continuing thy unquiet murmurings, he hath now even made thee bedrid, or unable to rise from thy bed. yea still Continuing thy unquiet murmurings, he hath now even made thee bedrid, or unable to rise from thy Bed. uh j vvg po21 j n2, pns31 vhz av av vvn pno21 j, cc j-u pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6703 Though Elihu spake here in the third person, yet in all his speech he intended and poynted at, Though Elihu spoke Here in the third person, yet in all his speech he intended and pointed At, cs np1 vvd av p-acp dt ord n1, av p-acp d po31 n1 pns31 vvd cc j-vvn p-acp, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6704 yea set forth and poynted out Jobs condition. yea Set forth and pointed out Jobs condition. uh vvb av cc j-vvn av n2 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6705 He is chastened with paines upon his bed, And the multitude of his bones with strong pain. He is chastened with pains upon his Bed, And the multitude of his bones with strong pain. pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1079 Page 336
6706 A man may have paine, yea many paines, yet no paine in his bones. A man may have pain, yea many pains, yet no pain in his bones. dt n1 vmb vhi n1, uh d n2, av dx n1 p-acp po31 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6707 Bones are to the body as beames and rafters, as posts and pillars are to a hovse. Bones Are to the body as beams and rafters, as posts and pillars Are to a house. n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 c-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6708 And when pain comes to the bones, when it shakes those posts and pillars, it must needs be a very strong paine. And when pain comes to the bones, when it shakes those posts and pillars, it must needs be a very strong pain. cc c-crq n1 vvz p-acp dt n2, c-crq pn31 vvz d n2 cc n2, pn31 vmb av vbi dt av j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6709 Satan sayd to God concerning Job, while he sought new tryalls for him, in the second Chapter of this Book ( vers. 5.) Touch his bone and his flesh, Satan said to God Concerning Job, while he sought new trials for him, in the second Chapter of this Book (vers. 5.) Touch his bone and his Flesh, np1 vvd p-acp np1 vvg np1, cs pns31 vvd j n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 (fw-la. crd) vvb po31 n1 cc po31 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6710 and he will curse thee to thy face. and he will curse thee to thy face. cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6711 And that he might be fully tryed, the Lord suffer'd Satan to afflict him to the bone, And that he might be Fully tried, the Lord suffered Satan to afflict him to the bone, cc cst pns31 vmd vbi av-j vvn, dt n1 vvn np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6712 nor did Satan leave a bone unafflicted; nor did Satan leave a bone unafflicted; ccx vdd np1 vvi dt n1 vvn; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6713 what Elihu spake here of man in Generall, was true of him, The multitude of his bones were chastned with strong paine. what Elihu spoke Here of man in General, was true of him, The multitude of his bones were chastened with strong pain. r-crq np1 vvd av pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vbds j pp-f pno31, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6714 To have any one bone in paine is an affliction, much more to have many bones pained and aking at once. To have any one bone in pain is an affliction, much more to have many bones pained and aching At once. pc-acp vhi d crd n1 p-acp n1 vbz dt n1, av-d av-dc pc-acp vhi d n2 vvn cc j-vvg p-acp a-acp. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6715 But when the multitude of a mans bones, that is, all his bones are pained together, that's grievous. But when the multitude of a men bones, that is, all his bones Are pained together, that's grievous. p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2, cst vbz, d po31 n2 vbr vvn av, d|vbz j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6716 And such a man is the while as it were upon a rack. And such a man is the while as it were upon a rack. cc d dt n1 vbz dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6717 That by the multitude of bones here spoken of, we are to understand, not only many, That by the multitude of bones Here spoken of, we Are to understand, not only many, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av vvn pp-f, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, xx av-j d, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6718 or a great many of his bones, but all his bones, may appeare from ( Job 4.14.) where Eliphaz describing those terrible visions with which God sometime visited him, saith, A spirit passed before my face, the haire of my flesh stood up, &c. which made all my bones to shake. or a great many of his bones, but all his bones, may appear from (Job 4.14.) where Eliphaz describing those terrible visions with which God sometime visited him, Says, A Spirit passed before my face, the hair of my Flesh stood up, etc. which made all my bones to shake. cc dt j d pp-f po31 n2, cc-acp d po31 n2, vmb vvi p-acp (np1 crd.) q-crq np1 vvg d j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 av vvd pno31, vvz, dt n1 vvd p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vvd a-acp, av r-crq vvd d po11 n2 pc-acp vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6719 We put in the margin, The multitude of my bones. We put in the margin, The multitude of my bones. pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po11 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6720 The multitude of his bones are all his bones, he hath not so much as one bone free. The multitude of his bones Are all his bones, he hath not so much as one bone free. dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbr d po31 n2, pns31 vhz xx av av-d c-acp crd n1 j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1080 Page 337
6765 And then much more will he proceed from words to blows with them that are warned to awake, And then much more will he proceed from words to blows with them that Are warned to awake, cc av av-d av-dc vmb pns31 vvi p-acp n2 p-acp n2 p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6722 The word paine, is not express'd in the latter part of the verse; the Hebrew is, The multitude of his bones with strong paine. The word pain, is not expressed in the latter part of the verse; the Hebrew is, The multitude of his bones with strong pain. dt n1 n1, vbz xx vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1; dt njp vbz, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 337
6723 Mr Broughton renders thus, And all his bones with a sore one. The word which we translate strong, signifieth two things; Mr Broughton renders thus, And all his bones with a soar one. The word which we translate strong, signifies two things; n1 np1 vvz av, cc d po31 n2 p-acp dt j pi. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb j, vvz crd n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 337
6724 First, as we render, strength or might (Psal: 74.15.) Thou driedst up mighty rivers; First, as we render, strength or might (Psalm: 74.15.) Thou driedst up mighty Rivers; ord, c-acp pns12 vvb, n1 cc n1 (np1: crd.) pns21 vvd2 a-acp j n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 337
6725 God dryed up the river Jordan for his people to passe through, yea and the red Sea. Secondly, the word signifieth perpetuall lasting or continuall. God dried up the river Jordan for his people to pass through, yea and the read Sea. Secondly, the word signifies perpetual lasting or continual. np1 vvd a-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, uh cc dt j-jn n1 ord, dt n1 vvz j j-vvg cc j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 337
6726 So some render that place in the Psalmes, not strong or mighty rivers, but he dryed up everlasting or perpetuall rivers, such as had alwayes run with a full streame, So Some render that place in the Psalms, not strong or mighty Rivers, but he dried up everlasting or perpetual Rivers, such as had always run with a full stream, av d vvb cst n1 p-acp dt n2, xx j cc j n2, p-acp pns31 vvd a-acp j cc j n2, d c-acp vhd av vvn p-acp dt j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 337
6727 and were not like those deceitfull brookes (spoken of in the 6th Chap: and were not like those deceitful brooks (spoken of in the 6th Chap: cc vbdr xx av-j d j n2 (vvn pp-f p-acp dt ord n1: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 337
6728 of this book ( v. 15th) to which Job compared his Brethren) which in winter over-flow the bankes, of this book (v. 15th) to which Job compared his Brothers) which in winter overflow the banks, pp-f d n1 (n1 ord) p-acp r-crq np1 vvn po31 n2) r-crq p-acp n1 j dt n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 337
6729 but in summer, what time they waxe warme, they vanish when it is hot, and are consumed out of their place. but in summer, what time they wax warm, they vanish when it is hight, and Are consumed out of their place. cc-acp p-acp n1, r-crq n1 pns32 vvb j, pns32 vvb c-crq pn31 vbz j, cc vbr vvn av pp-f po32 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 338
6730 Now, in this place, I conceive, we may take the word in either sense, either for strong and great or chronicall, and lasting paine. Now, in this place, I conceive, we may take the word in either sense, either for strong and great or chronical, and lasting pain. av, p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, av-d p-acp j cc j cc j, cc j-vvg n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 338
6731 The man is so sick that he hath no good houres, no comfortable intermissions, his paine continueth. The man is so sick that he hath no good hours, no comfortable intermissions, his pain Continueth. dt n1 vbz av j cst pns31 vhz dx j n2, dx j n2, po31 n1 vvz. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 338
6732 And because the word paine is not in the text, therefore it hath caused severall rendrings of these words, And Because the word pain is not in the text, Therefore it hath caused several renderings of these words, cc c-acp dt n1 n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vhz vvn j n2-vvg pp-f d n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 338
6733 yet all meeting in the same sense. yet all meeting in the same sense. av d n1 p-acp dt d n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1081 Page 338
6734 First, Some joyne the word strong to bone, or make it an epethite of the mans bones. First, some join the word strong to bone, or make it an Epitaph of the men bones. ord, d vvb dt n1 j p-acp n1, cc vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1082 Page 338
6735 Though the multitude of his bones be strong, that is, though he were once a strong man, sound and perfect all over, Though the multitude of his bones be strong, that is, though he were once a strong man, found and perfect all over, cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbb j, cst vbz, cs pns31 vbdr a-acp dt j n1, n1 cc vvi d a-acp, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1082 Page 338
6736 or as we say, sound wind and limbe, not crazy, not having the least flaw in him, or as we say, found wind and limb, not crazy, not having the least flaw in him, cc c-acp pns12 vvb, j n1 cc n1, xx j, xx vhg dt ds n1 p-acp pno31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1082 Page 338
6737 yet he is chastened all over with paine. yet he is chastened all over with pain. av pns31 vbz vvn d a-acp p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1082 Page 338
6738 Secondly, Others thus, in the multitude of his bones, or, in all his bones there is a strong one, that is, a strong paine or griefe seizeth and possesseth all his bones. Secondly, Others thus, in the multitude of his bones, or, in all his bones there is a strong one, that is, a strong pain or grief seizes and Possesses all his bones. ord, ng2-jn av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc, p-acp d po31 n2 pc-acp vbz dt j pi, cst vbz, dt j n1 cc n1 vvz cc vvz d po31 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1083 Page 338
6739 Thirdly, Thus, The contention of his bones is strong; Thirdly, Thus, The contention of his bones is strong; ord, av, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbz j; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1084 Page 338
6740 the word which signifieth a multitude, being alike in the letters with another which signifieth contention or strife, hath given occasion for this reading; the word which signifies a multitude, being alike in the letters with Another which signifies contention or strife, hath given occasion for this reading; dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1, vbg av p-acp dt n2 p-acp n-jn r-crq vvz n1 cc n1, vhz vvn n1 p-acp d n-vvg; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1084 Page 338
6741 that of David is neere the same, There is no rest in my bones (Psal: 38.3. that of David is near the same, There is no rest in my bones (Psalm: 38.3. d pp-f np1 vbz av-j dt d, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po11 n2 (np1: crd. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1084 Page 338
6742 ) As if Elihu had sayd, the paine and anguish by which God doth contend with all his bones is strong, ) As if Elihu had said, the pain and anguish by which God does contend with all his bones is strong, ) c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vdz vvi p-acp d po31 n2 vbz j, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1084 Page 338
6766 if they heare not and take warning. if they hear not and take warning. cs pns32 vvb xx cc vvb n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6743 or God hath a strong controversie with his bones upon his sicke bed. Lastly, The vulgar translates, He maketh all his bones to wither, decay, and rott. or God hath a strong controversy with his bones upon his sick Bed. Lastly, The Vulgar translates, He makes all his bones to wither, decay, and rot. cc np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 j n1. ord, dt j vvz, pns31 vvz d po31 n2 pc-acp vvi, n1, cc vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1084 Page 338
6744 When there is a consumption or a withering among the bones, how intolerable is the paine! When there is a consumption or a withering among the bones, how intolerable is the pain! c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc dt vvg p-acp dt n2, c-crq j vbz dt n1! (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 338
6745 Broken bones cause the acutest paines, but decaying bones the most constant paine. Broken bones cause the acutest pains, but decaying bones the most constant pain. j-vvn n2 vvi dt vv2 n2, cc-acp j-vvg n2 dt av-ds j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 338
6746 Withering bones are opposed to fatned bones in that promise made to him that fasts spiritually, not carnally only in abstaining from flesh ( Isa. 58.11.) The Lord will make fat thy bones; Withering bones Are opposed to fattened bones in that promise made to him that fasts spiritually, not carnally only in abstaining from Flesh (Isaiah 58.11.) The Lord will make fat thy bones; vvg n2 vbr vvn p-acp vvn n2 p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp pno31 d n2 av-j, xx av-j av-j p-acp vvg p-acp n1 (np1 crd.) dt n1 vmb vvi j po21 n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 338
6747 As if he had sayd, Doe not feare that thou shalt pine by spirituall fasting, I will make fat thy bones. As if he had said, Do not Fear that thou shalt pine by spiritual fasting, I will make fat thy bones. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vdb xx vvi cst pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp j n-vvg, pns11 vmb vvi j po21 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 338
6748 Which is true even in regard of that which is naturall, the Lord reneweth bodily strength to those who humble themselves soule and body. Which is true even in regard of that which is natural, the Lord Reneweth bodily strength to those who humble themselves soul and body. r-crq vbz j av p-acp n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz j, dt n1 vvz j n1 p-acp d r-crq j px32 n1 cc n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 338
6749 The body shall not suffer in this service of the Lord, if the soule be truly afflicted in it. The body shall not suffer in this service of the Lord, if the soul be truly afflicted in it. dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1 vbb av-j vvn p-acp pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 338
6750 Yet when he saith, he will make fat thy bones, it respects especially their spirituall strength, that thrives best in a day of holy abstinence and fasting. Yet when he Says, he will make fat thy bones, it respects especially their spiritual strength, that thrives best in a day of holy abstinence and fasting. av c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi j po21 n2, pn31 vvz av-j po32 j n1, cst vvz js p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc vvg. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 338
6751 Here, when 'tis sayd, their bones shall wither through paine, it notes the declining of the whole body, Here, when it's said, their bones shall wither through pain, it notes the declining of the Whole body, av, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pn31 vvz dt j-vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 339
6752 because as the bones are strong in themselves, so they are the strength and support of the whole outward man. Because as the bones Are strong in themselves, so they Are the strength and support of the Whole outward man. c-acp c-acp dt n2 vbr j p-acp px32, av pns32 vbr dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 339
6753 When God smites the bones, then he shakes the pillars and rafters of our earthly house, When God smites the bones, then he shakes the pillars and rafters of our earthly house, c-crq np1 vvz dt n2, cs pns31 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 339
6754 and threatens the downfall of it. and threatens the downfall of it. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 339
6755 He is chastened with paine upon his bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong pain. He is chastened with pain upon his Bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong pain. pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1085 Page 339
6756 Taking these words in connection with the former, where Elihu spake of those dreames and visions by which God speakes to man, Taking these words in connection with the former, where Elihu spoke of those dreams and visions by which God speaks to man, vvg d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, q-crq np1 vvd pp-f d n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1086 Page 339
6757 and supposing (as there he doth) that because the man is not well awakened by those dreames and visions from his security, and supposing (as there he does) that Because the man is not well awakened by those dreams and visions from his security, cc vvg (c-acp a-acp pns31 vdz) cst c-acp dt n1 vbz xx av vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1086 Page 339
6758 therefore the Lord sendeth pain and sickness upon him, as a second meanes to humble him, and make him understand himselfe. Observe. Therefore the Lord sends pain and sickness upon him, as a second means to humble him, and make him understand himself. Observe. av dt n1 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp dt ord n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 vvi px31. vvb. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1086 Page 339
6759 They that will not be instructed by dreames, that is, by gentler meanes, shall be instructed by paines. They that will not be instructed by dreams, that is, by Gentler means, shall be instructed by pains. pns32 cst vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n2, cst vbz, p-acp jc n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1087 Page 339
6760 They who will not take instruction, even in their sleep, shall be taught by that, which will keep them awake. They who will not take instruction, even in their sleep, shall be taught by that, which will keep them awake. pns32 r-crq vmb xx vvi n1, av p-acp po32 n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, r-crq vmb vvi pno32 vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6761 Severall Scriptures tell us of the Lords proceeding with man from words to blowes. Several Scriptures tell us of the lords proceeding with man from words to blows. j n2 vvb pno12 pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6762 And if the Lord proceeds from dreames (which are warnings in sleepe) to blowes, And if the Lord proceeds from dreams (which Are Warnings in sleep) to blows, cc cs dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 (r-crq vbr n2 p-acp n1) p-acp n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6763 if when he hath spoken to us in a dreame, we hearken not, he will chasten us with paine, if when he hath spoken to us in a dream, we harken not, he will chasten us with pain, cs c-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb xx, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6764 even the multitude of our bones with strong paine. even the multitude of our bones with strong pain. av dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6767 That's an awakening word to those who sleepe waking ( Psal: 7.12, 13.) If he turn not he will whet his sword: That's an awakening word to those who sleep waking (Psalm: 7.12, 13.) If he turn not he will whet his sword: d|vbz dt n-vvg n1 p-acp d r-crq n1 vvg (np1: crd, crd) cs pns31 vvb xx pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6768 He bath bent his bowe and made it ready. He bath bent his bow and made it ready. pns31 n1 vvd po31 n1 cc vvd pn31 j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6769 If men will not returne upon word-admonition and reproofe, the Lord hath his arrowes and his sword to reprove them with. If men will not return upon word-admonition and reproof, the Lord hath his arrows and his sword to reprove them with. cs n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 vhz po31 n2 cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6770 Turne ye at my reproofe, saith the Lord ( Pro: 1.23.) I give you warning to turne, Turn you At my reproof, Says the Lord (Pro: 1.23.) I give you warning to turn, vvb pn22 p-acp po11 n1, vvz dt n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vvb pn22 n1 pc-acp vvi, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6771 but if you doe not, then (as presently it followeth) I will laugh at your calamity, but if you do not, then (as presently it follows) I will laugh At your calamity, cc-acp cs pn22 vdb xx, av (c-acp av-j pn31 vvz) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6772 and mock when your feare cometh. and mock when your Fear comes. cc vvb c-crq po22 n1 vvz. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6773 As you have seemed to mock at my counsels, so I will mock at your calamities, that is, I will shew you no pity, As you have seemed to mock At my Counsels, so I will mock At your calamities, that is, I will show you no pity, c-acp pn22 vhb vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n2, av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2, cst vbz, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dx n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6774 as you have shewed me no respect. as you have showed me no respect. c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno11 dx n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 339
6775 Thus the Lord deales with proud rebellious man, who casts off his yoake, yea sometimes he deales very severely with his owne people (for they may put him to it) if words will not serve their turne (words in sleepe, Thus the Lord deals with proud rebellious man, who Cast off his yoke, yea sometime he deals very severely with his own people (for they may put him to it) if words will not serve their turn (words in sleep, av dt n1 vvz p-acp j j n1, r-crq vvz a-acp po31 n1, uh av pns31 vvz av av-j p-acp po31 d n1 (c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp pn31) cs n2 vmb xx vvi po32 n1 (n2 p-acp n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 340
6776 and words when awake) they may expect blowes next; and words when awake) they may expect blows next; cc n2 c-crq j) pns32 vmb vvi n2 ord; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 340
6777 and be made to feele the hand of God, because they have not understood or not obeyed his will. and be made to feel the hand of God, Because they have not understood or not obeyed his will. cc vbb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn cc xx vvn po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1088 Page 340
6778 Secondly, From the manner of expression, He is chastened with paine upon his bed. Secondly, From the manner of expression, He is chastened with pain upon his Bed. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1089 Page 340
6779 The Spirit of God useth a word referring to instruction both by smiting and speaking, to shew that there is a voyce in the rod. Hence note. The Spirit of God uses a word referring to instruction both by smiting and speaking, to show that there is a voice in the rod. Hence note. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 vvg p-acp n1 av-d p-acp vvg cc vvg, pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1. av vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1089 Page 340
6780 The chastisements of God upon us are our documents. The chastisements of God upon us Are our documents. dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 vbr po12 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1090 Page 340
6781 When God sends sicknesse and grievous paines, he reproves sinners from Heaven and chides them for the errours of their lives. When God sends sickness and grievous pains, he reproves Sinners from Heaven and chides them for the errors of their lives. c-crq np1 vvz n1 cc j n2, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp n1 cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6782 The chastenings of the Lord are speakings. The chastenings of the Lord Are speakings. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6783 He speaketh by his rods beyond all the eloquence of words ( Mic. 6.9.) Hear ye the rod. The voyce of God is in his rod; He speaks by his rods beyond all the eloquence of words (Mic. 6.9.) Hear you the rod. The voice of God is in his rod; pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2 (np1 crd.) vvb pn22 dt n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp po31 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6784 that speaks so loud from Heaven in many stroaks, that the prophanest sinners on earth are sometimes forced to heare and acknowledge it. that speaks so loud from Heaven in many Strokes, that the profanest Sinners on earth Are sometime forced to hear and acknowledge it. cst vvz av av-j p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, cst av vv2 n2 p-acp n1 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6785 As those Magicians were forced by the plaine evidence of the fact to say ( Ez. 8.19.) This is the finger of God; As those Magicians were forced by the plain evidence of the fact to say (Ezra 8.19.) This is the finger of God; p-acp d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi (np1 crd.) d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6786 So they must say, This is the voyce of God. He speaks to us, and speaks to purpose in these afflictions: So they must say, This is the voice of God. He speaks to us, and speaks to purpose in these afflictions: av pns32 vmb vvi, d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, cc vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d n2: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6787 The voyce of God in affliction, exceeds all the rhetorick and perswasions of mortall-men. The voice of God in affliction, exceeds all the rhetoric and persuasions of mortall-men. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vvz d dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6788 The crosse is a schoole, in which they who are dull at hearing what God speaks to them in his word, are wonderfully quickened up by his rod. The cross is a school, in which they who Are dull At hearing what God speaks to them in his word, Are wonderfully quickened up by his rod. dt n1 vbz dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 r-crq vbr j p-acp vvg r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, vbr av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6789 The words of the wise (saith Solomon) are goads. And surely these goads of affliction are pricking piercing words, The words of the wise (Says Solomon) Are goads. And surely these goads of affliction Are pricking piercing words, dt n2 pp-f dt j (vvz np1) vbr n2. cc av-j d n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvg j-vvg n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6791 Job had desired God to speak with him, Elihu answers, Why dost thou desire more answers or directions from God? Hath not God spoken to thee in these soares and sicknesses, in these chastisements, with pain upon thy bed? Is God wanting to thy instruction? hath he not clearly told thee his mind and thy duty? hath he not written, Job had desired God to speak with him, Elihu answers, Why dost thou desire more answers or directions from God? Hath not God spoken to thee in these soars and Sicknesses, in these chastisements, with pain upon thy Bed? Is God wanting to thy instruction? hath he not clearly told thee his mind and thy duty? hath he not written, np1 vhd vvn np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, np1 n2, q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi dc n2 cc n2 p-acp np1? vhz xx np1 vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp d vvz cc n2, p-acp d n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1? vbz np1 vvg p-acp po21 n1? vhz pns31 xx av-j vvd pno21 po31 n1 cc po21 n1? vhz pns31 xx vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6792 yea engraven his will upon thy diseased flesh? What are the paines, the corruption, the consumption, the strange deformity, yea engraven his will upon thy diseased Flesh? What Are the pains, the corruption, the consumption, the strange deformity, uh vvn po31 n1 p-acp po21 j-vvn n1? q-crq vbr dt n2, dt n1, dt n1, dt j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6793 and sad transfiguration of thy body, but as so many voyces of God, speaking and speaking aloud to thee, repent and humble thy selfe? Therefore attend, hearken to and meditate upon the answers which he hath impressed or printed legibly upon thy head, face, and wrinkled forehead. and sad transfiguration of thy body, but as so many voices of God, speaking and speaking aloud to thee, Repent and humble thy self? Therefore attend, harken to and meditate upon the answers which he hath impressed or printed legibly upon thy head, face, and wrinkled forehead. cc j n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc-acp c-acp av d n2 pp-f np1, vvg cc vvg av p-acp pno21, vvb cc vvi po21 n1? av vvb, vvb p-acp cc vvi p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn av-j p-acp po21 n1, n1, cc j-vvn n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 340
6794 Thou hast his answer his own way, therefore be satisfied, and doe not stand defiring that God would answer thee after thy way, Thou hast his answer his own Way, Therefore be satisfied, and do not stand desiring that God would answer thee After thy Way, pns21 vh2 png31 n1 po31 d n1, av vbi vvn, cc vdb xx vvi vvg cst np1 vmd vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 341
6795 nor complaining because he doth not. nor complaining Because he does not. ccx vvg c-acp pns31 vdz xx. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 341
6796 And we may reply not only to obstinate sinners, but to many of the people of God, And we may reply not only to obstinate Sinners, but to many of the people of God, cc pns12 vmb vvi xx av-j p-acp j n2, cc-acp p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 341
6797 when they enquire what the mind of God is, or what he intends towards them. His providences give you many items and memorandums; when they inquire what the mind of God is, or what he intends towards them. His providences give you many items and memoranda; c-crq pns32 vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, cc r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. po31 n2 vvb pn22 d n2 cc n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 341
6798 which if you can spell out and read you may know his meaning. which if you can spell out and read you may know his meaning. r-crq cs pn22 vmb vvi av cc vvb pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 341
6799 This lesson, the signification of the word offereth us as the connection of the words offered in the former. Thirdly, learne hence. This Lesson, the signification of the word Offereth us as the connection of the words offered in the former. Thirdly, Learn hence. d n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp dt j. ord, vvb av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1091 Page 341
6800 Man is a poor crazy creature subject to all diseases and infirmities. Yea, he is not only subject to them, but he is the subject of them. Man is a poor crazy creature Subject to all diseases and infirmities. Yea, he is not only Subject to them, but he is the Subject of them. n1 vbz dt j j n1 j-jn p-acp d n2 cc n2. uh, pns31 vbz xx av-j j-jn p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns31 vbz dt n-jn pp-f pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1092 Page 341
6801 His body is as it were a vessell of naturall corruption, as his soul is a vessell of morall corruption. His body is as it were a vessel of natural corruption, as his soul is a vessel of moral corruption. po31 n1 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1093 Page 341
6802 Man is called not only Adam, noting the matter of which he was made, earth, red earth; but he is called Enosh, that is, sorrowfull, sighing, groaning man, he is a pined and a pining man: Man is called not only Adam, noting the matter of which he was made, earth, read earth; but he is called Enosh, that is, sorrowful, sighing, groaning man, he is a pined and a pining man: n1 vbz vvn xx av-j np1, vvg dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vbds vvn, n1, j-jn n1; p-acp pns31 vbz vvn av-d, cst vbz, j, vvg, j-vvg n1, pns31 vbz dt j-vvn cc dt j-vvg n1: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1093 Page 341
6803 He is also called Abel, vanity, a poor vain man; which two latter Titles have befallen man since man fell from God. He is also called Abel, vanity, a poor vain man; which two latter Titles have befallen man since man fell from God. pns31 vbz av vvn np1, n1, dt j j n1; r-crq crd d n2 vhb vvn n1 p-acp n1 vvd p-acp np1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1093 Page 341
6804 Fourthly, (which may check the grosse Atheisme of many) Observe. Fourthly, (which may check the gross Atheism of many) Observe. ord, (r-crq vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d) vvb. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1094 Page 341
6805 Pain and sicknesse come not by chance, nor are we to stay in nature for the cause of their coming. Pain and sickness come not by chance, nor Are we to stay in nature for the cause of their coming. n1 cc n1 vvb xx p-acp n1, ccx vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1095 Page 341
6806 They come not at all by chance, nor doe they come altogether from naturall causes. They come not At all by chance, nor do they come altogether from natural Causes. pns32 vvb xx p-acp d p-acp n1, ccx vdb pns32 vvb av p-acp j n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 341
6807 Nature hath somewhat to doe in their coming, but somewhat else much more, even so much more, that in respect of that, naturall considerations may be quite shut out, Nature hath somewhat to do in their coming, but somewhat Else much more, even so much more, that in respect of that, natural considerations may be quite shut out, n1 vhz av pc-acp vdi p-acp po32 n-vvg, cc-acp av av av-d av-dc, av av av-d av-dc, cst p-acp n1 pp-f d, j n2 vmb vbi av vvn av, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 341
6808 and the whole cause ascribed to that. and the Whole cause ascribed to that. cc dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp d. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 341
6809 But what is that? surely, nothing else but, and nothing lesse then the will of God. But what is that? surely, nothing Else but, and nothing less then the will of God. p-acp r-crq vbz d? av-j, pix av cc-acp, cc pix av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f np1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 341
6811 Elihu would teach Job (what he owned before) that God was the sender and orderer of all his afflictions, Elihu would teach Job (what he owned before) that God was the sender and orderer of all his afflictions, np1 vmd vvi n1 (r-crq pns31 vvd a-acp) cst np1 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po31 n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 341
6812 as of the losses he had in his estate and children, so of the pains and sicknesses which he felt in his body. as of the losses he had in his estate and children, so of the pains and Sicknesses which he felt in his body. c-acp pp-f dt n2 pns31 vhd p-acp po31 n1 cc n2, av pp-f dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 341
6813 Moses tells the children of Israel, not only that sword and captivity, but the Pestilence, Consumptions, Feavers, Moses tells the children of Israel, not only that sword and captivity, but the Pestilence, Consumptions, Fevers, np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1, xx av-j d n1 cc n1, cc-acp dt n1, n2, n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 341
6814 and burning Agues are sent by God himself, ( Deut. 28.21, 22.) What are diseases but the Lords Messengers? When he pleaseth he can trouble the temper and cause the humours of the body to corrupt. and burning Fevers Are sent by God himself, (Deuteronomy 28.21, 22.) What Are diseases but the lords Messengers? When he Pleases he can trouble the temper and cause the humours of the body to corrupt. cc j-vvg n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 px31, (np1 crd, crd) q-crq vbr n2 p-acp dt n2 n2? c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 342
6815 He can make them contend with one another to the death, let Physitians doe what they can to quiet and pacifie them. He can make them contend with one Another to the death, let Physicians do what they can to quiet and pacify them. pns31 vmb vvi pno32 vvi p-acp crd j-jn p-acp dt n1, vvb n2 vdi r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp j-jn cc vvi pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 342
6816 Yea though some skillfull Physitians have kept their own bodies in so due a temper, Yea though Some skilful Physicians have kept their own bodies in so due a temper, uh cs d j n2 vhb vvn po32 d n2 p-acp av j-jn dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 342
6817 and to so exact a diet, that they could not see which way a disease could take hold of them, and to so exact a diet, that they could not see which Way a disease could take hold of them, cc p-acp av j dt n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 vmd vvi n1 pp-f pno32, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 342
6818 or have any advantage against them, yet sicknesse hath come upon them like an armed man, or have any advantage against them, yet sickness hath come upon them like an armed man, cc vhb d n1 p-acp pno32, av n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 av-j dt j-vvn n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 342
6819 and carryed them away to the grave. and carried them away to the grave. cc vvd pno32 av p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1096 Page 342
6820 Further, When Elihu saith of the sick man, the multitude of his bones are chastened with strong paine. Note. Further, When Elihu Says of the sick man, the multitude of his bones Are chastened with strong pain. Note. jc, c-crq np1 vvz pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n1. n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1097 Page 342
6821 No man is so strong, but the Lord is able to bring him down by pain and sicknesse. No man is so strong, but the Lord is able to bring him down by pain and sickness. dx n1 vbz av j, cc-acp dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1098 Page 342
6822 He that is strong as an Oake, and hath (as it were) a body of brasse and sinews of iron; He that is strong as an Oak, and hath (as it were) a body of brass and sinews of iron; pns31 cst vbz j c-acp dt n1, cc vhz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6823 yet the Lord can make him as weak as water. yet the Lord can make him as weak as water. av dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp j c-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6824 The Lord hath strong pains for strong men, and can quickly turne our strength into weaknesse. The Lord hath strong pains for strong men, and can quickly turn our strength into weakness. dt n1 vhz j n2 p-acp j n2, cc vmb av-j vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6825 Thus Hezekiah lamented in his sicknesse ( Isa. 38.13.) I reckoned till morning that as a Lion, Thus Hezekiah lamented in his sickness (Isaiah 38.13.) I reckoned till morning that as a lion, av np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 (np1 crd.) pns11 vvd p-acp n1 cst p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6826 so will he break all my bones. so will he break all my bones. av vmb pns31 vvi d po11 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6827 God can arme diseases with the strength of a Lion, who not only teareth the flesh, God can arm diseases with the strength of a lion, who not only teareth the Flesh, np1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq xx av-j vvz dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6828 but breaketh the bones with his teeth. but breaks the bones with his teeth. cc-acp vvz dt n2 p-acp po31 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6829 David saith ( Psal. 39.11.) When thou with rebukes dost correct man for iniquity, thou makest his beauty to consume away like a moth, surely every man is vanity. David Says (Psalm 39.11.) When thou with rebukes dost correct man for iniquity, thou Makest his beauty to consume away like a moth, surely every man is vanity. np1 vvz (np1 crd.) c-crq pns21 p-acp n2 vd2 vvi n1 p-acp n1, pns21 vv2 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av av-j dt n1, av-j d n1 vbz n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6830 The word there rendred beauty signifieth desire, thou makest his desire, or that which is most desireable in him to fade away; The word there rendered beauty signifies desire, thou Makest his desire, or that which is most desirable in him to fade away; dt n1 a-acp vvn n1 vvz vvi, pns21 vv2 po31 n1, cc cst r-crq vbz av-ds j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi av; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6831 we well translate beauty, because beauty draweth the desires of man after it, and is so much desired, yea lusted after by man. we well translate beauty, Because beauty draws the Desires of man After it, and is so much desired, yea lusted After by man. pns12 av vvb n1, p-acp n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, cc vbz av av-d vvn, uh vvd a-acp p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6832 Now, as when the Lord doth but touch the body, he can make the beauty, so also the strength of it to consume away as a moth. Now, as when the Lord does but touch the body, he can make the beauty, so also the strength of it to consume away as a moth. av, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vdz p-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, av av dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1099 Page 342
6833 Sixtly, whereas it is said, He is chastened with pain upon his bed. We learne. Sixty, whereas it is said, He is chastened with pain upon his Bed. We Learn. ord, cs pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. pns12 vvb. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1100 Page 342
6834 The Lord can make those things easelesse and restless to us, which use to give us most ease and rest. The Lord can make those things easeless and restless to us, which use to give us most ease and rest. dt n1 vmb vvi d n2 j cc j p-acp pno12, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 ds vvi cc n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1101 Page 342
6835 He that being up is weary, weary with walking, riding or labouring, hopeth to find ease in his bed, He that being up is weary, weary with walking, riding or labouring, Hopes to find ease in his Bed, pns31 cst vbg a-acp vbz j, j p-acp vvg, vvg cc vvg, vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1102 Page 342
6836 yet then doth pain deny him rest there, and filleth him (as Job complained, Chap. 7.4.) with tossings too and fro unto the dawning of the day. yet then does pain deny him rest there, and fills him (as Job complained, Chap. 7.4.) with tossings too and from unto the dawning of the day. av av vdz n1 vvi pno31 vvi a-acp, cc vvz pno31 (c-acp n1 vvd, np1 crd.) p-acp n2-vvg av cc av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1102 Page 343
6837 The Lord can make the Stocks or a Rack easie to us, and our beds as uneasie to us as the Stocks or a Rack usually are. Lastly, observe. The Lord can make the Stocks or a Rack easy to us, and our Beds as uneasy to us as the Stocks or a Rack usually Are. Lastly, observe. dt n1 vmb vvi dt n2 cc dt n1 j p-acp pno12, cc po12 n2 p-acp j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2 cc dt n1 av-j vbr. ord, vvb. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1102 Page 343
6838 The purpose of God in chastening man with sickness, is to teach and instruct him, not vex and destroy him. The purpose of God in chastening man with sickness, is to teach and instruct him, not vex and destroy him. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, xx vvi cc vvi pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1103 Page 343
6839 The Lord hath many designes upon man when he afflicts him, about all which he instructs him by affliction. He designes The Lord hath many designs upon man when he afflicts him, about all which he instructs him by affliction. He designs dt n1 vhz d n2 p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno31, p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp n1. pns31 n2 (16) chapter (DIV2) 1104 Page 343
6840 First, To humble and breake the stoutness of mans spirit; hence sicknesses and afflictions are called humiliations; First, To humble and break the stoutness of men Spirit; hence Sicknesses and afflictions Are called humiliations; ord, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1; av n2 cc n2 vbr vvn n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1105 Page 343
6841 and the same word signifies both to be afflicted and humbled. Secondly, To make men taste how bitter a thing sin is; and the same word signifies both to be afflicted and humbled. Secondly, To make men taste how bitter a thing since is; cc dt d n1 vvz d pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn. ord, pc-acp vvi n2 vvi c-crq j dt n1 n1 vbz; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1105 Page 343
6842 This is thy wick•dness (saith the Lord of his sore Judgements brought upon his people Israel (Jer: 4.18.) Because it is bitter. Ye would not taste the evill or bitterness of sin by instruction, This is thy wick•dness (Says the Lord of his soar Judgments brought upon his people Israel (Jer: 4.18.) Because it is bitter. You would not taste the evil or bitterness of since by instruction, d vbz po21 n1 (vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 vvn p-acp po31 n1 np1 (n1: crd.) p-acp pn31 vbz j. pn22 vmd xx vvi dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1106 Page 343
6843 therefore I will teach you by affliction. Therefore I will teach you by affliction. av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1106 Page 343
6844 Thirdly, To put sorrowfull sinfull man upon the search of his owne heart, and the finding out of the errour of his wayes. Thirdly, To put sorrowful sinful man upon the search of his own heart, and the finding out of the error of his ways. ord, pc-acp vvi j j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cc dt vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1107 Page 343
6845 While men are strong and healthfull, they seldome find leisure for that worke. While men Are strong and healthful, they seldom find leisure for that work. n1 n2 vbr j cc j, pns32 av vvb n1 p-acp d n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1107 Page 343
6846 And therefore they are confined by sickness to their houses, to their chambers, yea to their beds, that they may attend it, And Therefore they Are confined by sickness to their houses, to their chambers, yea to their Beds, that they may attend it, cc av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2, uh pc-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1107 Page 343
6847 and read over the whole book of their lives ( Lam: 3.39, 40.) Wherefore doth the living man complain, a man for the punishment of his sin; and read over the Whole book of their lives (Lam: 3.39, 40.) Wherefore does the living man complain, a man for the punishment of his since; cc vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n2 (np1: crd, crd) q-crq vdz dt j-vvg n1 vvi, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1107 Page 343
6848 Let us search and try our wayes, and turne to the Lord. Let us search and try our ways, and turn to the Lord. vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1107 Page 343
6849 That's mans worke upon his bed, and 'tis Gods aime in binding him to his bed, that he may have liberty for that worke. That's men work upon his Bed, and it's God's aim in binding him to his Bed, that he may have liberty for that work. d|vbz ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pn31|vbz n2 vvb p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1107 Page 343
6850 Fourthly, Afflictions are design'd by God to bring man out of love with sin, yea to stirre up a holy hatred and revenge in him against it; Fourthly, Afflictions Are designed by God to bring man out of love with since, yea to stir up a holy hatred and revenge in him against it; ord, n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f n1 p-acp n1, uh p-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp pn31; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1108 Page 343
6851 as upon many other accounts, so upon this, because it rewardeth him so ill, and he finds such unsavoury fruits of it. as upon many other accounts, so upon this, Because it Rewardeth him so ill, and he finds such unsavoury fruits of it. c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2, av p-acp d, c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 av av-jn, cc pns31 vvz d j n2 pp-f pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1108 Page 343
6852 A little digging will discover sin to be the roote of all those evill and bitter fruits, which we at any time are fed with in this world. A little digging will discover since to be the root of all those evil and bitter fruits, which we At any time Are fed with in this world. dt j vvg vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d d j-jn cc j n2, r-crq pns12 p-acp d n1 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp d n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1108 Page 343
6873 The question was put about the blind man ( Joh. 9.3, 4.) Who did sin, this man or his Parents that he was born blind. The question was put about the blind man (John 9.3, 4.) Who did sin, this man or his Parents that he was born blind. dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 (np1 crd, crd) r-crq vdd vvi, d n1 cc po31 n2 cst pns31 vbds vvn j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 344
6853 Sin is the gall in our cup, and the gravel in our bread, and we are made to taste bitterness and finde trouble, that we may both know and acknowledge it to be so. since is the Gall in our cup, and the gravel in our bred, and we Are made to taste bitterness and find trouble, that we may both know and acknowledge it to be so. n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi n1, cst pns12 vmb av-d vvi cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1108 Page 343
6854 Fifthly, The purpose of God in afflicting us, is to set us a praying to and seeking after him. Fifthly, The purpose of God in afflicting us, is to Set us a praying to and seeking After him. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pno12, vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n-vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1109 Page 343
6855 We seldome know our need of him, till we feele it. ( Hos: 5.15.) In their affliction they will seek me early; We seldom know our need of him, till we feel it. (Hos: 5.15.) In their affliction they will seek me early; pns12 av vvb po12 n1 pp-f pno31, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31. (np1: crd.) p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vmb vvi pno11 av-j; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1109 Page 344
6856 affliction puts man upon supplication, yet every man who is afflicted, doth not presently seek God (many in their affliction mind not God, they seek to men, not to God, a crosse without a Christ, never made any seek God) but affliction through the workings of the Spirit of Christ, is a meanes to bring the soule to God; affliction puts man upon supplication, yet every man who is afflicted, does not presently seek God (many in their affliction mind not God, they seek to men, not to God, a cross without a christ, never made any seek God) but affliction through the workings of the Spirit of christ, is a means to bring the soul to God; n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, av d n1 r-crq vbz vvn, vdz xx av-j vvi np1 (d p-acp po32 n1 n1 xx np1, pns32 vvb p-acp n2, xx p-acp np1, dt n1 p-acp dt np1, av-x vvd d vvb np1) p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1109 Page 344
6857 and we see the effect of it at the beginning of the next Chapter in the same Prophet ( Hos: 6.1.) Come let us return unto the Lord, and we see the Effect of it At the beginning of the next Chapter in the same Prophet (Hos: 6.1.) Come let us return unto the Lord, cc pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp dt d n1 (np1: crd.) vvb vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1109 Page 344
6858 for he hath torn, and he will heale us, &c. Sixthly, God is pleased to exercise us with crosses, for the exercise of our Graces, or to set grace aworke; for he hath torn, and he will heal us, etc. Sixthly, God is pleased to exercise us with Crosses, for the exercise of our Graces, or to Set grace awork; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12, av j, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1 av; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1109 Page 344
6859 Grace hath most businesse to doe when we are taken off from all worldly business, and are layd upon our bed, our sick-bed. Grace hath most business to do when we Are taken off from all worldly business, and Are laid upon our Bed, our sickbed. n1 vhz av-ds n1 pc-acp vdi c-crq pns12 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d j n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1, po12 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1110 Page 344
6860 Some worke is not done so well any where else, as there. And many graces worke best when 'tis worst with us; some work is not done so well any where Else, as there. And many graces work best when it's worst with us; d n1 vbz xx vdn av av d c-crq av, c-acp a-acp. cc d n2 vvb av-js c-crq pn31|vbz js p-acp pno12; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1110 Page 344
6861 they would even stand s••ll, and have nothing to doe, if God did not bring us into straights, they would even stand s••ll, and have nothing to do, if God did not bring us into straights, pns32 vmd av vvi av, cc vhb pix pc-acp vdi, cs np1 vdd xx vvi pno12 p-acp n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1110 Page 344
6862 or keep us for a season in them. or keep us for a season in them. cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1110 Page 344
6863 In a sick-bed the Lord shews us, and we may find work enough for all our graces, especially for faith and patience, In a sickbed the Lord shows us, and we may find work enough for all our graces, especially for faith and patience, p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz pno12, cc pns12 vmb vvi n1 av-d p-acp d po12 n2, av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1110 Page 344
6864 and submission of spirit to his worke and will. and submission of Spirit to his work and will. cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1110 Page 344
6865 We may doe better worke (and doe it better) in sickness then in health. We may do better work (and do it better) in sickness then in health. pns12 vmb vdi jc n1 (cc vdb pn31 vvi) p-acp n1 av p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1110 Page 344
6866 Seventhly, God brings many upon their fick-beds, to teach them the worth of health, and make them thankfull for it. Seventhly, God brings many upon their fick-beds, to teach them the worth of health, and make them thankful for it. crd, np1 vvz d p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi pno32 j p-acp pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1111 Page 344
6867 They who are seldome sicke, are as seldome thankfull for their health, and scarce reckon that for a mercy, the want whereof, they have never felt. They who Are seldom sick, Are as seldom thankful for their health, and scarce reckon that for a mercy, the want whereof, they have never felt. pns32 r-crq vbr av j, vbr a-acp av j p-acp po32 n1, cc av-j vvi cst p-acp dt n1, dt n1 c-crq, pns32 vhb av-x vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1111 Page 344
6868 'Tis rare that we prize what we have, till we have it not. It's rare that we prize what we have, till we have it not. pn31|vbz j cst pns12 vvb r-crq pns12 vhb, c-acp pns12 vhb pn31 xx. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1111 Page 344
6869 Eightly, God exerciseth many with sickness, with a purpose to put men upon a holy purpose of improving their health better, Eighth, God Exerciseth many with sickness, with a purpose to put men upon a holy purpose of improving their health better, ord, np1 vvz d p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg po32 n1 jc, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1112 Page 344
6870 and of doing more for God while 'tis well with them. and of doing more for God while it's well with them. cc pp-f vdg n1 p-acp np1 cs pn31|vbz av p-acp pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1112 Page 344
6871 Lastly, not a few are afflicted, that God may have an opportunity to doe his worke, and declare his power. Lastly, not a few Are afflicted, that God may have an opportunity to do his work, and declare his power. ord, xx dt d vbr vvn, cst np1 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vdi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 344
6872 God himself would be hindred of much glorious work, in restoring and recovering them to health, did he not chasten them upon sick beds. God himself would be hindered of much glorious work, in restoring and recovering them to health, did he not chasten them upon sick Beds. np1 px31 vmd vbi vvn pp-f d j n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg pno32 p-acp n1, vdd pns31 xx vvi pno32 p-acp j n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 344
6874 Jesus answered neither hath this man sinned nor his Parents, but that the works of God should be made manifest in him. jesus answered neither hath this man sinned nor his Parents, but that the works of God should be made manifest in him. np1 vvd dx vhz d n1 vvn ccx po31 n2, p-acp cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn j p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 344
6875 If there had not been a blind man in the world, how could the power of God have been made manifest in giving sight to the blind? if some were not extreamly torturingly sick, If there had not been a blind man in the world, how could the power of God have been made manifest in giving sighed to the blind? if Some were not extremely torturingly sick, cs a-acp vhd xx vbn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, q-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb vbn vvn j p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt j? cs d vbdr xx av-jn av-vvg j, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 345
6876 how would the power of God be seene in healing the sicke, and rebuking their paine? For all these purposes, Man is chastened with paine upon his bed, how would the power of God be seen in healing the sick, and rebuking their pain? For all these Purposes, Man is chastened with pain upon his Bed, q-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp vvg dt j, cc vvg po32 n1? p-acp d d n2, n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 345
6877 and the multitude of his bones with strong paine. We never profit by chastenings, till we answer the purposes of God in sending them, and the multitude of his bones with strong pain. We never profit by chastenings, till we answer the Purposes of God in sending them, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n1. pns12 av vvi p-acp n2, c-acp pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pno32, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 345
6878 and unless we know what and which they are, we can never answer them. and unless we know what and which they Are, we can never answer them. cc cs pns12 vvb r-crq cc q-crq pns32 vbr, pns12 vmb av-x vvi pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 345
6879 If we answer these nine toucht upon, we shall either answer all, or, to be sure, we shall baulke or refuse none. If we answer these nine touched upon, we shall either answer all, or, to be sure, we shall balk or refuse none. cs pns12 vvb d crd vvn p-acp, pns12 vmb av-d vvi d, cc, pc-acp vbi j, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi pix. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 345
6880 Elihu having thus shewed us the sicke man in paine, proceeds to shew us what further effect his paine and sickness wrought upon him. Elihu having thus showed us the sick man in pain, proceeds to show us what further Effect his pain and sickness wrought upon him. np1 vhg av vvn pno12 dt j n1 p-acp n1, vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq jc n1 po31 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 345
6881 Vers. 20. So that his life abhorreth bread, and his soule dainty meat. This verse sheweth the second effect of sickness. Vers. 20. So that his life abhorreth bred, and his soul dainty meat. This verse shows the second Effect of sickness. np1 crd av cst po31 n1 vvz n1, cc po31 n1 j n1. d n1 vvz dt ord n1 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1113 Page 345
6882 The former was paine, This is loss of appetite, or nauseousnesse. His life. That is, his living body; The former was pain, This is loss of appetite, or nauseousness. His life. That is, his living body; dt j vbds n1, d vbz n1 pp-f n1, cc n1. po31 n1. cst vbz, po31 j-vvg n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1114 Page 345
6883 We may call the sick mans body a living body, though it be hard to say whether we should number him among the living or the dead. We may call the sick men body a living body, though it be hard to say whither we should number him among the living or the dead. pns12 vmb vvi dt j ng1 n1 dt j-vvg n1, cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi cs pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n-vvg cc dt j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1115 Page 345
6884 We read life put for the body which liveth, or whereby it liveth. ( Psal: 88.3.) My soule (saith Heman) is full of troubles, We read life put for the body which lives, or whereby it lives. (Psalm: 88.3.) My soul (Says Heman) is full of Troubles, pns12 vvb n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz, cc c-crq pn31 vvz. (np1: crd.) po11 n1 (vvz np1) vbz j pp-f n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1115 Page 345
6885 and my life draweth nigh unto the grave; that is, I am ready to dye, and my body to be buryed. and my life draws High unto the grave; that is, I am ready to die, and my body to be buried. cc po11 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1; cst vbz, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, cc po11 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1115 Page 345
6886 He doth not say, he hath no great stomack to, but his life abhorreth bread. The word here used is of a Syriack derivation; He does not say, he hath no great stomach to, but his life abhorreth bred. The word Here used is of a Syriac derivation; pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns31 vhz dx j n1 p-acp, cc-acp po31 n1 vvz n1. dt n1 av vvn vbz pp-f dt np1 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1115 Page 345
6887 nor is it found any where in Scripture but here. The nowne signifieth any thing that is filthy, excrementicious or uncleane; nor is it found any where in Scripture but Here. The noun signifies any thing that is filthy, excrementicious or unclean; cc vbz pn31 vvn av-d c-crq p-acp n1 cc-acp av. dt n1 vvz d n1 cst vbz j, j cc j; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1116 Page 345
6888 whence the verbe is rendred to abhorre, loath, or nauceate; because we abhorre those things which are filthy or uncleane. His life abhorreth bread. That is common food. whence the verb is rendered to abhor, loath, or nauceate; Because we abhor those things which Are filthy or unclean. His life abhorreth bred. That is Common food. c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb, j, cc vvi; c-acp pns12 vvb d n2 r-crq vbr j cc j. po31 n1 vvz n1. cst vbz j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1116 Page 345
6889 Sometimes bread is put for all kind of dyet; Sometime bred is put for all kind of diet; av n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1117 Page 345
6890 as David sayd to Mephibosheth (2 Sam: 9.10.) Thou shalt eat bread at my table. as David said to Mephibosheth (2 Sam: 9.10.) Thou shalt eat bred At my table. c-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1 (crd np1: crd.) pns21 vm2 vvi n1 p-acp po11 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1117 Page 345
6891 But because of that opposition in the text to dainties, by bread, we may here understand only ordinary food; But Because of that opposition in the text to dainties, by bred, we may Here understand only ordinary food; p-acp c-acp pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2-j, p-acp n1, pns12 vmb av vvi av-j j n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1117 Page 345
6892 His life abhorreth bread, and his soule dainty meat. His life abhorreth bred, and his soul dainty meat. po31 n1 vvz n1, cc po31 n1 j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1117 Page 346
6893 The Hebrew is, Meat of desire. Not only such meat, as men usually desire for the wholesomnesse of it, The Hebrew is, Meat of desire. Not only such meat, as men usually desire for the wholesomnesse of it, dt njp vbz, n1 pp-f n1. xx av-j d n1, c-acp n2 av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1118 Page 346
6894 but such as curious palates desire for the pleasantness of it; such meat is here meant; but such as curious palates desire for the pleasantness of it; such meat is Here meant; cc-acp d c-acp j n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; d n1 vbz av vvn; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1118 Page 346
6895 Yea thirdly, such meat as the man had a desire to before his sicknesse for the sutableness of it to his owne taste and appetite, he then abhorreth. His soule abhorreth dainty meat. Yea Thirdly, such meat as the man had a desire to before his sickness for the suitableness of it to his own taste and appetite, he then abhorreth. His soul abhorreth dainty meat. uh ord, d n1 p-acp dt n1 vhd dt n1 p-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, pns31 av vvz. po31 n1 vvz j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1118 Page 346
6896 The turning of the stomack, and losse of appetite, are usuall symptomes of sickness; The turning of the stomach, and loss of appetite, Are usual symptoms of sickness; dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vbr j n2 pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1119 Page 346
6897 Almost all sicknesses weaken the appetite, and some take it quite away, so that the patient not only hath no desire to, Almost all Sicknesses weaken the appetite, and Some take it quite away, so that the patient not only hath no desire to, av d n2 vvi dt n1, cc d vvb pn31 av av, av cst dt j xx av-j vhz dx n1 p-acp, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1119 Page 346
6898 but loathes dainty meate, or meate of desire. but Loathes dainty meat, or meat of desire. cc-acp vvz j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1119 Page 346
6899 This phrase or forme of speaking is used ( Dan: 10.3.) I (saith he) ate no pleasant bread, or no bread of desires (as we put in the margin) neither came flesh nor wine in my mouth. This phrase or Form of speaking is used (Dan: 10.3.) I (Says he) ate no pleasant bred, or no bred of Desires (as we put in the margin) neither Come Flesh nor wine in my Mouth. d n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg vbz vvn (n1: crd.) pns11 (vvz pns31) vvd dx j n1, cc dx n1 pp-f n2 (c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1) d vvd n1 ccx n1 p-acp po11 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1119 Page 346
6900 'Tis used againe (2 Chro: 32.27.) Hezekiah made himselfe treasuries for silver and gold, &c. and all manner of pleasant jewells; It's used again (2 Chro: 32.27.) Hezekiah made himself treasuries for silver and gold, etc. and all manner of pleasant Jewels; pn31|vbz vvn av (crd np1: crd.) np1 vvd px31 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, av cc d n1 pp-f j n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1119 Page 346
6901 we put in the Margin, for all jewells of desire. So ( Amos 5.11.) Pleasant vineyards, or vineyards of desire. we put in the Margin, for all Jewels of desire. So (Amos 5.11.) Pleasant vineyards, or vineyards of desire. pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1. av (np1 crd.) j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1119 Page 346
6902 It was the manner of the Hebrews to expresse pleasant by desirable, because pleasant things are much desired. It was the manner of the Hebrews to express pleasant by desirable, Because pleasant things Are much desired. pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt njp2 pc-acp vvi j p-acp j, c-acp j n2 vbr av-d vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1119 Page 346
6903 His soule abhorreth meate of desire, or dainty meate. Hence note. His soul abhorreth meat of desire, or dainty meat. Hence note. po31 n1 vvz n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1. av vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1119 Page 346
6904 First, 'Tis a mercy to tast our meat, or to take the comfort of what we eate. First, It's a mercy to taste our meat, or to take the Comfort of what we eat. ord, pn31|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1120 Page 346
6905 Many have meat, but cannot taste it. Many have meat, but cannot taste it. np1 vhb n1, cc-acp vmbx vvi pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1121 Page 346
6906 That which giveth the best taste to our meat, is a taste of the goodnesse of God in it (1 Pet: 2.1.) If ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious. That which gives the best taste to our meat, is a taste of the Goodness of God in it (1 Pet: 2.1.) If you have tasted that the Lord is gracious. d r-crq vvz dt js n1 p-acp po12 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31 (vvd np1: crd.) cs pn22 vhb vvn d dt n1 vbz j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1121 Page 346
6907 It is sweet to taste meat and the goodnesse of the Lord together. Secondly, Note. It is sweet to taste meat and the Goodness of the Lord together. Secondly, Note. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av. ord, n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1121 Page 346
6908 God can quickly make those things that are most desirable to us, dainty meat, meat of desire, loathsome to us. God can quickly make those things that Are most desirable to us, dainty meat, meat of desire, loathsome to us. np1 vmb av-j vvi d n2 cst vbr av-ds j p-acp pno12, j n1, n1 pp-f n1, j p-acp pno12. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1122 Page 346
6909 Some abhor meat, because they have eaten of it long. some abhor meat, Because they have eaten of it long. d vvb n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pp-f pn31 av-j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1123 Page 346
6910 The Jewes did eate Manna and Quailes till they loathed them ( Num: 11.20.) Others loath meat, because they have eaten over-much. The Jews did eat Manna and Quails till they loathed them (Num: 11.20.) Others loath meat, Because they have eaten overmuch. dt np2 vdd vvi n1 cc n2 c-acp pns32 vvd pno32 (np1: crd.) ng2-jn vvb n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1123 Page 346
6911 A third sort, loath some meat by a naturall antipathy against it. Fourthly, Others loath wholsome meat out of a curiosity, because it is not dainty enough. A third sort, loath Some meat by a natural antipathy against it. Fourthly, Others loath wholesome meat out of a curiosity, Because it is not dainty enough. dt ord n1, vvb d n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pn31. ord, n2-jn j j n1 av pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz xx j av-d. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1123 Page 346
6912 Lastly, Sickness causeth a loathing of all meate, even of the most dainty and desirable meate. Lastly, Sickness Causes a loathing of all meat, even of the most dainty and desirable meat. ord, n1 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, av pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1123 Page 347
6913 And the Lord at any time can make that which was our desire, our loathing. And the Lord At any time can make that which was our desire, our loathing. cc dt n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vvi d r-crq vbds po12 n1, po12 n-vvg. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1123 Page 347
6914 We have a like description of a sick man ( Ps: 107.18.) His soule abhorreth all manner of meat, We have a like description of a sick man (Ps: 107.18.) His soul abhorreth all manner of meat, pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 (np1: crd.) po31 n1 vvz d n1 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1123 Page 347
6915 and draweth neere unto the gates of death. Thirdly, Note. The best of Creature-comforts are but vaine comforts. and draws near unto the gates of death. Thirdly, Note. The best of Creature comforts Are but vain comforts. cc vvz av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. ord, n1. dt js pp-f n2 vbr p-acp j n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1123 Page 347
6916 What can dainty meat doe a man good, when he is sicke and ready to dye? Then gold and silver, lands and houses, which are the dainty meat of a covetous man, are loathsome to him. What can dainty meat do a man good, when he is sick and ready to die? Then gold and silver, Lands and houses, which Are the dainty meat of a covetous man, Are loathsome to him. q-crq vmb j n1 vdb dt n1 j, c-crq pns31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi? av n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbr j p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6917 When a man is sicke to death, his very riches are sapless and tastless to him; When a man is sick to death, his very riches Are sapless and tasteless to him; c-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1, po31 j n2 vbr j cc j p-acp pno31; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6918 wife and children, friends and acquaintance can yeild little comfort in that dark houre, yea they often prove miserable comforters: wife and children, Friends and acquaintance can yield little Comfort in that dark hour, yea they often prove miserable Comforters: n1 cc n2, n2 cc n1 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp d j n1, uh pns32 av vvb j n2: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6919 When we have most need of comfort, these things administer least or no comfort at all to us. When we have most need of Comfort, these things administer least or no Comfort At all to us. c-crq pns12 vhb av-ds n1 pp-f n1, d n2 vvb ds cc av-dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno12. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6920 Is it not our wisdome then to get a stock of such comforts, as will hold and abide fresh with us, Is it not our Wisdom then to get a stock of such comforts, as will hold and abide fresh with us, vbz pn31 xx po12 n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp vmb vvi cc vvi j p-acp pno12, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6921 when all worldly comforts either leave us, or become tastless to us? Is it not good to get a store of that food, which how sick soever we are, our stomacks will never loath? yea the sicker we are, our soules will the more like, hunger after, when all worldly comforts either leave us, or become tasteless to us? Is it not good to get a store of that food, which how sick soever we Are, our stomachs will never loath? yea the sicker we Are, our Souls will the more like, hunger After, c-crq d j n2 av-d vvb pno12, cc vvi j p-acp pno12? vbz pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq c-crq j av pns12 vbr, po12 n2 vmb av-x vvi? uh dt jc pns12 vbr, po12 n2 vmb dt av-dc av-j, n1 a-acp, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6922 and feed the more heartily upon. and feed the more heartily upon. cc vvi dt av-dc av-j p-acp. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6923 The flesh of Christ is meat indeed (Joh: 6.55.) Feed upon him by faith, in health and in sicknesse, ye will never loath him. The Flesh of christ is meat indeed (John: 6.55.) Feed upon him by faith, in health and in sickness, you will never loath him. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1 av (np1: crd.) vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, pn22 vmb av-x vvi pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6924 His flesh is the true meat of desires, such meat as will fill and fatten us, but never cloy us. His Flesh is the true meat of Desires, such meat as will fill and fatten us, but never cloy us. po31 n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, d n1 c-acp vmb vvi cc vvb pno12, cc-acp av-x vvb pno12. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6925 A hungry craving appetite after Christ, and sweet satisfaction in him are inseparable, and still the stronger is our appetite, the greater is our satisfaction. A hungry craving appetite After christ, and sweet satisfaction in him Are inseparable, and still the Stronger is our appetite, the greater is our satisfaction. dt j vvg n1 p-acp np1, cc j n1 p-acp pno31 vbr j, cc av dt jc vbz po12 n1, dt jc vbz po12 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6926 And (which is yet a greater happiness) our soules will have the strongest appetite, the most sharp-set stomacke after Christ, And (which is yet a greater happiness) our Souls will have the Strongest appetite, the most sharp-set stomach After christ, cc (r-crq vbz av dt jc n1) po12 n2 vmb vhi dt js n1, dt av-ds j n1 p-acp np1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6927 when, through bodily sickness, our stomacks cannot take down, but loath the very scent and sight of the most pleasant perishing meate, and delicious earthly dainties. when, through bodily sickness, our stomachs cannot take down, but loath the very scent and sighed of the most pleasant perishing meat, and delicious earthly dainties. c-crq, p-acp j n1, po12 n2 vmbx vvi a-acp, cc-acp j dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt av-ds j j-vvg n1, cc j j n2-j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6928 Looke, that ye provide somewhat to eat, that will goe downe upon a sick-bed; your sick bed meat is Christ; Look, that you provide somewhat to eat, that will go down upon a sickbed; your sick Bed meat is christ; n1, cst pn22 vvb av pc-acp vvi, cst vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1; po22 j n1 n1 vbz np1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6929 all other dainty food may be an abhorring to you. all other dainty food may be an abhorring to you. d j-jn j n1 vmb vbi dt vvg p-acp pn22. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1125 Page 347
6930 Further, Not only are we to consider the sickness of the body, as the cause of this tastlesness and listlesness after bread. Further, Not only Are we to Consider the sickness of the body, as the cause of this tastlesness and listlessness After bred. jc, xx av-j vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1126 Page 347
6931 But we are to consider the sick man abhorring dainty meate, under the hideings of Gods face, But we Are to Consider the sick man abhorring dainty meat, under the hidings of God's face, p-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvg j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1126 Page 348
6932 or in feares about his spirituall state; or in fears about his spiritual state; cc p-acp n2 p-acp po31 j n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1126 Page 348
6933 as appeares by that which followeth, If there be a messenger with him, an interpreter, one of a thousand, to shew unto man his uprightness•, or to set him right in his spirituall state, &c. The sick man for want of that as well as for want of health, can taste no sweetness in the rarest dainties. Hence note. as appears by that which follows, If there be a Messenger with him, an interpreter, one of a thousand, to show unto man his uprightness•, or to Set him right in his spiritual state, etc. The sick man for want of that as well as for want of health, can taste no sweetness in the Rarest dainties. Hence note. c-acp vvz p-acp d r-crq vvz, cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31, dt n1, crd pp-f dt crd, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-jn p-acp po31 j n1, av dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp dt js n2-j. av vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1126 Page 348
6934 A sense of divine displeasure, or the hideing of divine favour from the soule, renders all outward comforts comfortlesse to us. A sense of divine displeasure, or the hiding of divine favour from the soul, renders all outward comforts comfortless to us. dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc dt vvg pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz d j n2 av-j p-acp pno12. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1127 Page 348
6935 If a man have never so much health, yet the appearances of divine displeasure will make him sick of his most pleasant things. If a man have never so much health, yet the appearances of divine displeasure will make him sick of his most pleasant things. cs dt n1 vhb av-x av av-d n1, av dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno31 j pp-f po31 av-ds j n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6936 Carnall men can eat and drink, and live upon pleasures, yea upon the pleasures of sin, Carnal men can eat and drink, and live upon pleasures, yea upon the pleasures of since, j n2 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp n2, uh p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6937 and goe on merrily with them a while, because they know not the meaning of the displeasure of God, and go on merrily with them a while, Because they know not the meaning of the displeasure of God, cc vvi a-acp av-j p-acp pno32 dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6938 nor doe they know what the favour of God meaneth; nor do they know what the favour of God means; ccx vdb pns32 vvb r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6939 they understand not what they want, yea they flatter themselves that they have enough, and are well enough, they understand not what they want, yea they flatter themselves that they have enough, and Are well enough, pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vvb, uh pns32 vvb px32 cst pns32 vhb av-d, cc vbr av av-d, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6940 though they have nothing, and are nothing, that is of any worth. though they have nothing, and Are nothing, that is of any worth. cs pns32 vhb pix, cc vbr pix, cst vbz pp-f d n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6941 But if God once awaken them out of this dreame, and shew them their cursed condition, all will be gall and wormwood to their taste, But if God once awaken them out of this dream, and show them their cursed condition, all will be Gall and wormwood to their taste, p-acp cs np1 a-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f d n1, cc vvi pno32 po32 j-vvn n1, d vmb vbi n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6942 or as gravel between their teeth. or as gravel between their teeth. cc p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6943 As the sense of divine favour makes bitter things sweet, and sorrowfull things comfortable to us, the soure herbs of affliction dainties to us; As the sense of divine favour makes bitter things sweet, and sorrowful things comfortable to us, the sour herbs of affliction dainties to us; p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvz j n2 j, cc j n2 j p-acp pno12, dt j n2 pp-f n1 n2-j p-acp pno12; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6944 So not only common but dainty meat, all the cates and viands of this world will be not only tastless but bitter to us when God frownes upon us. So not only Common but dainty meat, all the cates and viands of this world will be not only tasteless but bitter to us when God frowns upon us. av xx av-j j p-acp j n1, d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi xx av-j j p-acp j p-acp pno12 c-crq n1 n2 p-acp pno12. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6945 An earnest in the love and favour of God is the good of all good things. an earnest in the love and favour of God is the good of all good things. dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j pp-f d j n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1128 Page 348
6946 For the close of all, take these two Counsells, upon the occasion of these words. First, Receive your bread and dainty meate with prayer and thankesgiving; For the close of all, take these two Counsels, upon the occasion of these words. First, Receive your bred and dainty meat with prayer and thanksgiving; p-acp dt j pp-f d, vvb d crd n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. ord, vvb po22 n1 cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1129 Page 348
6947 you may quickly else come to abhorre your bread, yea and your dainties. The word and prayer both sanctifie and sweeten all creature-enjoyments. you may quickly Else come to abhor your bred, yea and your dainties. The word and prayer both sanctify and sweeten all Creature enjoyments. pn22 vmb av-j av vvn pc-acp vvi po22 n1, uh cc po22 n2-j. dt n1 cc n1 av-d vvi cc vvi d n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1130 Page 348
6948 Secondly, Take heed of abusing your meate; ye may quickly be brought to a loathing of it. Secondly, Take heed of abusing your meat; you may quickly be brought to a loathing of it. ord, vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n1; pn22 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1131 Page 348
6949 When they who have given themselves up to luxury and intemperance lye upon their sick-beds and find their stomacke turned from all their dainties, it will be most grievous to them to consider how they have abused their dainties to feed their lusts. When they who have given themselves up to luxury and intemperance lie upon their sick-beds and find their stomach turned from all their dainties, it will be most grievous to them to Consider how they have abused their dainties to feed their Lustiest. c-crq pns32 r-crq vhb vvn px32 a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc vvi po32 n1 vvn p-acp d po32 n2-j, pn31 vmb vbi av-ds j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2-j pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1131 Page 349
6950 As some who abuse the creatures are punished with the want of them, so others with an abhorrence and loathing of them. As Some who abuse the creatures Are punished with the want of them, so Others with an abhorrence and loathing of them. p-acp d r-crq vvb dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, av n2-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1131 Page 349
6951 So much for this second symptome of sickness, His life abhorreth bread, and his soul dainty meat. So much for this second Symptom of sickness, His life abhorreth bred, and his soul dainty meat. av av-d c-acp d ord n1 pp-f n1, po31 n1 vvz n1, cc po31 n1 j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1132 Page 349
6952 The third followeth, and appeareth in the generall decay and languishment of the sick mans body. The third follows, and appears in the general decay and languishment of the sick men body. dt ord vvz, cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1132 Page 349
6953 Vers. 21. His flesh is consumed away, that it cannot be seene, and his bones that were not seene, stick out. Vers. 21. His Flesh is consumed away, that it cannot be seen, and his bones that were not seen, stick out. np1 crd po31 n1 vbz vvn av, cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc po31 n2 cst vbdr xx vvn, vvb av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1132 Page 349
6954 In this verse and the next, Elihu still insists upon his description of the sick mans condition, In this verse and the next, Elihu still insists upon his description of the sick men condition, p-acp d n1 cc dt ord, np1 av vvz p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1133 Page 349
6955 and in them he gives us two other sad effects or symptomes of his sickness. First, The generall wast and consumption of the body ( vers. 21.) and in them he gives us two other sad effects or symptoms of his sickness. First, The general waste and consumption of the body (vers. 21.) cc p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz pno12 crd j-jn j n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. ord, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 (fw-la. crd) (16) chapter (DIV2) 1133 Page 349
6957 Elihu describes the first effect of sicknesse (the first here but the third in order) by two things. Elihu describes the First Effect of sickness (the First Here but the third in order) by two things. np1 vvz dt ord n1 pp-f n1 (dt ord av p-acp dt ord p-acp n1) p-acp crd n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1136 Page 349
6958 First, By the disappearing of that which used to be seene, and appeare very faire and beautifull; First, By the disappearing of that which used to be seen, and appear very fair and beautiful; ord, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d r-crq vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvi av j cc j; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1137 Page 349
6959 the visible part grows (as it were) invisible, his flesh is consumed away, that it cannot be seene. the visible part grows (as it were) invisible, his Flesh is consumed away, that it cannot be seen. dt j n1 vvz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) j, po31 n1 vbz vvn av, cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1137 Page 349
6960 Secondly, By the appearing of that which used not to be seene; Secondly, By the appearing of that which used not to be seen; ord, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d r-crq vvd xx pc-acp vbi vvn; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1138 Page 349
6961 his invisible parts (not so in their own nature, but as to their place, I say, his invisible parts) grow visible, His bones which were not seen, stick out. his invisible parts (not so in their own nature, but as to their place, I say, his invisible parts) grow visible, His bones which were not seen, stick out. po31 j n2 (xx av p-acp po32 d n1, cc-acp c-acp p-acp po32 n1, pns11 vvb, po31 j n2) vvb j, po31 n2 r-crq vbdr xx vvn, vvb av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1138 Page 349
6962 Thus with much elegancy he sets forth the sorrowfull and deplorable estate of the sick man. His flesh is consumed away. Thus with much elegancy he sets forth the sorrowful and deplorable estate of the sick man. His Flesh is consumed away. av p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz av dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1. po31 n1 vbz vvn av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1138 Page 349
6963 As if he had sayd, Before his sicknesse he was full of flesh, fat and faire, As if he had said, Before his sickness he was full of Flesh, fat and fair, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-acp po31 n1 pns31 vbds j pp-f n1, j cc j, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1139 Page 349
6964 but falling into sickness, he falls away, and is worne, (as we say) to skin and bones; but falling into sickness, he falls away, and is worn, (as we say) to skin and bones; cc-acp vvg p-acp n1, pns31 vvz av, cc vbz vvn, (c-acp pns12 vvb) p-acp n1 cc n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1139 Page 349
6965 his flesh is consumed. Flesh, in Scripture, is taken two wayes. First, Improperly, and Tropically. Secondly, Literally or Properly. his Flesh is consumed. Flesh, in Scripture, is taken two ways. First, Improperly, and Tropically. Secondly, Literally or Properly. po31 n1 vbz vvn. n1, p-acp n1, vbz vvn crd n2. ord, av-j, cc av-j. ord, av-j cc av-j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1139 Page 349
6966 In a Tropicall and Improper sense, flesh signifieth our sinfull corruption ( Gal: 5.17.) The flesh evermore lusteth against the spirit, that is, the unregenerate part in man against the regenerate. In a Tropical and Improper sense, Flesh signifies our sinful corruption (Gall: 5.17.) The Flesh evermore Lusteth against the Spirit, that is, the unregenerate part in man against the regenerate. p-acp dt j cc j n1, n1 vvz po12 j n1 (n1: crd.) dt n1 av vvz p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1140 Page 349
6967 These two are always contending and combating with one another in all those whom Christ hath conquered to himselfe. These two Are always contending and combating with one Another in all those whom christ hath conquered to himself. d crd vbr av vvg cc vvg p-acp crd j-jn p-acp d d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp px31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1140 Page 350
6968 Happy are they that finde their flesh, in this sense, consuming away; Happy Are they that find their Flesh, in this sense, consuming away; j vbr pns32 cst vvb po32 n1, p-acp d n1, vvg av; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1140 Page 350
6969 and 'tis that which every man is studying (who knows what godlinesse meanes) the consumption of this flesh, and it's that which every man is studying (who knows what godliness means) the consumption of this Flesh, cc pn31|vbz d r-crq d n1 vbz vvg (r-crq vvz r-crq n1 vvz) dt n1 pp-f d n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1140 Page 350
6970 even the mortification of his lusts, of pride and earthliness, of wrath, envie, and unbeliefe. even the mortification of his Lustiest, of pride and earthliness, of wrath, envy, and unbelief. av dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1, vvi, cc n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1140 Page 350
6971 Secondly, flesh by a figure is put for the whole naturall body, consisting of many parts dissimilar to flesh. Secondly, Flesh by a figure is put for the Whole natural body, consisting of many parts dissimilar to Flesh. ord, n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn j n1, vvg pp-f d n2 j p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1141 Page 350
6972 Thus the Psalmist complained in prayer, that, the Lord had given the flesh of his Saints, to the beasts of the earth (Psal. 79.2.) that is, he had exposed their bodies, through the rage and cruelty of their enemies, to the teeth and bowells of savage and ravenous beasts. Thus the Psalmist complained in prayer, that, the Lord had given the Flesh of his Saints, to the beasts of the earth (Psalm 79.2.) that is, he had exposed their bodies, through the rage and cruelty of their enemies, to the teeth and bowels of savage and ravenous beasts. av dt n1 vvd p-acp n1, cst, dt n1 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd.) cst vbz, pns31 vhd vvn po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn cc j n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1141 Page 350
6973 Thirdly, flesh is also put for the whole man consisting both of soul and body. ( Gen. 6.12, 13.) The Lord saw that all flesh had corrupted their wayes. Thirdly, Flesh is also put for the Whole man consisting both of soul and body. (Gen. 6.12, 13.) The Lord saw that all Flesh had corrupted their ways. ord, n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvg d pp-f n1 cc n1. (np1 crd, crd) dt n1 vvd cst d n1 vhd vvn po32 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1142 Page 350
6974 That is, all men (who are made up of a body and soul) had corrupted their wayes by letting loose and acting their sinfull corruptions. That is, all men (who Are made up of a body and soul) had corrupted their ways by letting lose and acting their sinful corruptions. cst vbz, d n2 (r-crq vbr vvn a-acp pp-f dt n1 cc n1) vhd vvn po32 n2 p-acp vvg j cc vvg po32 j n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1142 Page 350
6975 Fourthly, flesh is sometimes put for that which is b•st in man, his greatest naturall perfections, whatsoever in him is lesse then grace, whatsoever is highest in him, below the spirit, is called flesh in Scripture. Fourthly, Flesh is sometime put for that which is b•st in man, his greatest natural perfections, whatsoever in him is less then grace, whatsoever is highest in him, below the Spirit, is called Flesh in Scripture. ord, n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz js p-acp n1, po31 js j n2, r-crq p-acp pno31 vbz av-dc cs n1, r-crq vbz js p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn n1 p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1143 Page 350
6976 When Peter (Math. 16.17.) had made that blessed confession which is the rock upon which the Church is built (thou art Christ the Son of the living God) presently Christ tells him flesh and blood hath not revealed this unto thee, that is, the highest, When Peter (Math. 16.17.) had made that blessed Confessi which is the rock upon which the Church is built (thou art christ the Son of the living God) presently christ tells him Flesh and blood hath not revealed this unto thee, that is, the highest, c-crq np1 (np1 crd.) vhd vvn d j-vvn n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn (pns21 n1 np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1) av-j np1 vvz pno31 n1 cc n1 vhz xx vvn d p-acp pno21, cst vbz, dt js, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1143 Page 350
6977 and the most perfect piece of nature hath not taught thee this lesson; and the most perfect piece of nature hath not taught thee this Lesson; cc dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1 vhz xx vvn pno21 d n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1143 Page 350
6978 the Evangelist saith of all true beleevers (who have received this power (or priviledge) to become the sons of God) they are borne not of blood, the Evangelist Says of all true believers (who have received this power (or privilege) to become the Sons of God) they Are born not of blood, dt np1 vvz pp-f d j n2 (r-crq vhb vvn d n1 (cc n1) pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1) pns32 vbr vvn xx pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1143 Page 350
6979 nor of the will of the flesh (Joh. 1.13.) that is, the best of the creature, contributes nothing to the bringing forth of new creatures, the sons of God. nor of the will of the Flesh (John 1.13.) that is, the best of the creature, contributes nothing to the bringing forth of new creatures, the Sons of God. ccx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd.) cst vbz, dt js pp-f dt n1, vvz pix p-acp dt vvg av pp-f j n2, dt n2 pp-f np1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1143 Page 350
6980 Fifthly, flesh by a figure is put for all that in religion, or in the worship of God, which is outward, or open to the eye; Fifthly, Flesh by a figure is put for all that in Religion, or in the worship of God, which is outward, or open to the eye; ord, n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d cst p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j, cc vvi p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1144 Page 350
6981 whatsoever comes under any humane observation, is but the flesh of Religion, or the flesh of worship. whatsoever comes under any humane observation, is but the Flesh of Religion, or the Flesh of worship. r-crq vvz p-acp d j n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1144 Page 350
6982 In this sence the Apostle puts the question ( Rom. 4.1.) What shall we say then, that Abraham our father, In this sense the Apostle puts the question (Rom. 4.1.) What shall we say then, that Abraham our father, p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz dt n1 (np1 crd.) q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av, cst np1 po12 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1144 Page 350
6983 as pertaining to the flesh, hath found? What he means by the flesh, he tells us in the next words, he was not justified by works, that is, not by any thing that did appeare, not by any thing done to him or done by him. as pertaining to the Flesh, hath found? What he means by the Flesh, he tells us in the next words, he was not justified by works, that is, not by any thing that did appear, not by any thing done to him or done by him. c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, vhz vvn? r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt ord n2, pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp n2, cst vbz, xx p-acp d n1 cst vdd vvi, xx p-acp d n1 vdn p-acp pno31 cc vdi p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1144 Page 350
6984 He was not justified by Circumcision, or by the use of any externall rite, he was not justified by his own righteousness, or obedience to the Law. He was not justified by Circumcision, or by the use of any external rite, he was not justified by his own righteousness, or Obedience to the Law. pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp po31 d n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1144 Page 351
6985 The same Apostle also calls the very worship of the Gospell, as to the outward part of it, flesh (Phil. 3.3.) For we are the Circumcision, which worship God in the Spirit, The same Apostle also calls the very worship of the Gospel, as to the outward part of it, Flesh (Philip 3.3.) For we Are the Circumcision, which worship God in the Spirit, dt d n1 av vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, n1 (np1 crd.) c-acp pns12 vbr dt n1, r-crq n1 np1 p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1144 Page 351
6986 and rejoyce in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh. That is, in any outward work, or priviledge which we have in our Gospell state. and rejoice in christ jesus, and have no confidence in the Flesh. That is, in any outward work, or privilege which we have in our Gospel state. cc vvi p-acp np1 np1, cc vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1. cst vbz, p-acp d j n1, cc n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp po12 n1 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1144 Page 351
6987 All this flesh likewise ought to be consumed in our apprehensions, that is, we must make nothing of it, All this Flesh likewise ought to be consumed in our apprehensions, that is, we must make nothing of it, av-d d n1 av vmd p-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, cst vbz, pns12 vmb vvi pix pp-f pn31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1144 Page 351
6988 nor reckon it any thing in our account for justification in the sight of God or acceptance with him. nor reckon it any thing in our account for justification in the sighed of God or acceptance with him. ccx vvi pn31 d n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1144 Page 351
6989 Secondly, Flesh properly taken is that integrall and similar part of the body, which is opposed to blood and bones, to veins and sinews. Secondly, Flesh properly taken is that integral and similar part of the body, which is opposed to blood and bones, to Veins and sinews. ord, n1 av-j vvn vbz cst n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n2, p-acp n2 cc n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1145 Page 351
6990 When Elihu saith his flesh is consumed, we are to understand it either in this proper sence, When Elihu Says his Flesh is consumed, we Are to understand it either in this proper sense, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 d p-acp d j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1145 Page 351
6991 or in the second figurative sence before named, as flesh is put for the whole body; or in the second figurative sense before nam, as Flesh is put for the Whole body; cc p-acp dt ord j n1 a-acp vvn, c-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1145 Page 351
6992 his flesh is consumed, that is, his flesh in opposition to his bones spoken of before, his Flesh is consumed, that is, his Flesh in opposition to his bones spoken of before, po31 n1 vbz vvn, cst vbz, po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 vvn pp-f p-acp, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1145 Page 351
6993 or his flesh that is his outward man Is consumed. or his Flesh that is his outward man Is consumed. cc po31 n1 cst vbz po31 j n1 vbz vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1145 Page 351
6994 The Originall word signifies to wax old; for as when a man recovers from sicknesse, his flesh is said to returne like the flesh of a child. The Original word signifies to wax old; for as when a man recovers from sickness, his Flesh is said to return like the Flesh of a child. dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp vvb j; c-acp c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
6995 So when he is under the extreamity of any sicknesse, his flesh, as it were, waxeth old, So when he is under the extremity of any sickness, his Flesh, as it were, Waxes old, av c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvz j, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
6996 or withereth like the flesh of an old man. or withereth like the Flesh of an old man. cc vvz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
6997 Thus 'tis translated ( Lam•n. 3.4.) My flesh and my skin hath he made old; Thus it's translated (Lam•n. 3.4.) My Flesh and my skin hath he made old; av pn31|vbz vvn (av. crd.) po11 n1 cc po11 n1 vhz pns31 vvn j; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
6998 that is, though I am not old in yeares, or how young soever I am, yet God, by many sufferings, hath made me look like an old man; I am decayed and weake. that is, though I am not old in Years, or how young soever I am, yet God, by many sufferings, hath made me look like an old man; I am decayed and weak. cst vbz, cs pns11 vbm xx j p-acp n2, cc c-crq j av pns11 vbm, av np1, p-acp d n2, vhz vvn pno11 vvi av-j dt j n1; pns11 vbm vvn cc j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
6999 David speaking of wicked worldly men, tells us, ( Psal. 49.14.) Their beauty shall consume in the grave; David speaking of wicked worldly men, tells us, (Psalm 49.14.) Their beauty shall consume in the grave; np1 vvg pp-f j j n2, vvz pno12, (np1 crd.) po32 n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
7000 As death and the grave make a totall and finall consumption of the beauty of bad men, that is, of all that splendour and bravery wherein they lived, As death and the grave make a total and final consumption of the beauty of bad men, that is, of all that splendour and bravery wherein they lived, p-acp n1 cc dt n1 vvb dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst vbz, pp-f d cst n1 cc n1 c-crq pns32 vvd, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
7001 while they lived in the body; so paines and sicknesses do exceedingly consume the body, and eate out the flesh. while they lived in the body; so pains and Sicknesses do exceedingly consume the body, and eat out the Flesh. cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1; av n2 cc n2 vdb av-vvg vvi dt n1, cc vvi av dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
7002 As a tyrannicall oppressor eates out the people under his government, in which sence this word is applyed ( Dan. 7.25.) Or as a garment is worn out by time and using. As a tyrannical oppressor eats out the people under his government, in which sense this word is applied (Dan. 7.25.) Or as a garment is worn out by time and using. p-acp dt j n1 vvz av dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp r-crq n1 d n1 vbz vvd (np1 crd.) cc c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp n1 cc vvg. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
7003 The flesh is often in Scripture compared to a garment, and dying to uncloathing; because when we dye we put off the flesh. The Flesh is often in Scripture compared to a garment, and dying to unclothing; Because when we die we put off the Flesh. dt n1 vbz av p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp n1; c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vvd a-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
7004 The garment of the flesh, that beautifull garment waxeth old and weares out apace on a sick bed. The garment of the Flesh, that beautiful garment Waxes old and wears out apace on a sick Bed. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst j n1 vvz j cc vvz av av p-acp dt j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 351
7005 Sicknesse not only staineth and abateth the beauty of it, but wasteth it deeply, so that, Sickness not only stains and abateth the beauty of it, but wastes it deeply, so that, n1 xx av-j vvz cc vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp vvz pn31 av-jn, av cst, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 352
7006 as it followeth it cannot be seene; as it follows it cannot be seen; c-acp pn31 vvz pn31 vmbx vbi vvn; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1146 Page 352
7007 Or as Mr Broughton renders, his flesh wasteth away from sight, or he hath no flesh left to be seene. Or as Mr Broughton renders, his Flesh wastes away from sighed, or he hath no Flesh left to be seen. cc p-acp n1 np1 vvz, po31 n1 vvz av p-acp n1, cc pns31 vhz dx n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1147 Page 352
7008 Againe, When it is sayd, his flesh is consumed away that it cannot be seene, some expound it thus; Again, When it is said, his Flesh is consumed away that it cannot be seen, Some expound it thus; av, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, po31 n1 vbz vvn av cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, d vvb pn31 av; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7009 His flesh is so consumed away, that the seer withdraweth from it; His Flesh is so consumed away, that the seer withdraweth from it; po31 n1 vbz av vvn av, cst dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7010 or no man cares to see it, that is, the sick man is so discoloured and wasted, that visiters and spectators start and are almost frighted to looke upon him. or no man Cares to see it, that is, the sick man is so discoloured and wasted, that visiters and spectators start and Are almost frighted to look upon him. cc dx n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, cst vbz, dt j n1 vbz av vvn cc vvn, cst n2 cc n2 vvb cc vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7011 The flesh of man in a healthfull and flourishing condition, is a lovely spectacle, and draws beholders, The Flesh of man in a healthful and flourishing condition, is a lovely spectacle, and draws beholders, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1, vbz dt j n1, cc vvz n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7012 but the flesh of a very sick man is a gastly spectacle and a regreet to the beholder. but the Flesh of a very sick man is a ghastly spectacle and a regreet to the beholder. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1 vbz dt j n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7013 We love not to see that which we doe not like. Beauty attracts, deformity withdrawes the eye. We love not to see that which we do not like. Beauty attracts, deformity withdraws the eye. pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns12 vdb xx av-j. n1 vvz, n1 vvz dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7014 It is sayd of Jesus Christ himselfe, that he was so deformed by his sufferings ( Isa: 52.14.) that many were astonish'd at him (his vissage was so marred more then any man, It is said of jesus christ himself, that he was so deformed by his sufferings (Isaiah: 52.14.) that many were astonished At him (his visage was so marred more then any man, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 np1 px31, cst pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp po31 n2 (np1: crd.) cst d vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 (po31 n1 vbds av vvn av-dc cs d n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7015 and his forme more then the sons of men) and ( Isa: 53.3.) We hid as it were our faces from him, he was despised and we esteemed him not; and his Form more then the Sons of men) and (Isaiah: 53.3.) We hid as it were our faces from him, he was despised and we esteemed him not; cc po31 n1 av-dc cs dt n2 pp-f n2) cc (np1: crd.) pns12 vvd c-acp pn31 vbdr po12 n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbds vvn cc pns12 vvd pno31 xx; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7016 that is, he was so dis-figured by sorrow, that no man cared to look upon him. that is, he was so disfigured by sorrow, that no man cared to look upon him. cst vbz, pns31 vbds av j p-acp n1, cst dx n1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7017 Thus 'tis often with the sick. And this is a profitable and a probable sense of the text in hand; Thus it's often with the sick. And this is a profitable and a probable sense of the text in hand; av pn31|vbz av p-acp dt j. cc d vbz dt j cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7018 His flesh is consumed away, and then he who before delighted to see it, is troubled at the sight of it, His Flesh is consumed away, and then he who before delighted to see it, is troubled At the sighed of it, po31 n1 vbz vvn av, cc av pns31 r-crq a-acp vvd pc-acp vvi pn31, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7019 or is rather affrighted then pleased in seeing it. There is yet a fourth reading, which further aggravates the sick mans consumption; or is rather affrighted then pleased in seeing it. There is yet a fourth reading, which further aggravates the sick men consumption; cc vbz av-c vvn cs vvn p-acp vvg pn31. pc-acp vbz av dt ord n-vvg, r-crq av-jc vvz dt j ng1 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1148 Page 352
7020 His flesh is consumed in sight; His Flesh is consumed in sighed; po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1149 Page 352
7021 that is, say some, his flesh doth consume so fast, that a man may almost see him consume; that is, say Some, his Flesh does consume so fast, that a man may almost see him consume; cst vbz, vvb d, po31 n1 vdz vvi av av-j, cst dt n1 vmb av vvi pno31 vvi; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1149 Page 352
7022 as we say of some plants, they grow so fast, that we may, almost, see them grow; as we say of Some plants, they grow so fast, that we may, almost, see them grow; c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f d n2, pns32 vvb av av-j, cst pns12 vmb, av, vvb pno32 vvi; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1149 Page 352
7023 so we may say of those that decline and fade much, we may see them consume, their flesh consumeth even to the eye or to view. so we may say of those that decline and fade much, we may see them consume, their Flesh consumeth even to the eye or to view. av pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d cst vvb cc vvi d, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 vvi, po32 n1 vvz av p-acp dt n1 cc pc-acp vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1149 Page 352
7024 He that lookes stedfastly upon them, may see them fade and wither like a flower, yea they seeme to fade by his looking or fixing his eye on them. Hence note. He that looks steadfastly upon them, may see them fade and wither like a flower, yea they seem to fade by his looking or fixing his eye on them. Hence note. pns31 cst vvz av-j p-acp pno32, vmb vvi pno32 vvi cc vvi av-j dt n1, uh pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 vvg cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno32. av vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1149 Page 352
7025 First, The flesh of man is a very fading and declining thing. It quickly consumes and drips away in a disease; First, The Flesh of man is a very fading and declining thing. It quickly consumes and drips away in a disease; ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j j-vvg cc j-vvg n1. pn31 av-j vvz cc vvz av p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1150 Page 352
7026 A violent feaver or any other acute disease, dries up the spirits, and drinkes up the moysture, A violent fever or any other acute disease, dries up the spirits, and drinks up the moisture, dt j n1 cc d j-jn j n1, vvz a-acp dt n2, cc vvz p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7027 and how soone doth such a man decay! and how soon does such a man decay! cc c-crq av vdz d dt n1 n1! (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7028 and as the extremity of a disease, so extreame want of food or famine consumes the flesh. and as the extremity of a disease, so extreme want of food or famine consumes the Flesh. cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7029 Hunger having nothing to eate, feeds upon the flesh of the hungry, till all be eaten up. Hunger having nothing to eat, feeds upon the Flesh of the hungry, till all be eaten up. np1 vhg pix pc-acp vvi, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, c-acp d vbb vvn a-acp. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7030 We read ( Lam: 4.8.) how rudely famine dealt with the flesh of those delicate Nazarites, who were purer then snow, whiter then milke, they were more ruddy in body then rubyes, their polishing was of Saphire; We read (Lam: 4.8.) how rudely famine dealt with the Flesh of those delicate nazarites, who were Purer then snow, Whiter then milk, they were more ruddy in body then rubies, their polishing was of Sapphire; pns12 vvb (np1: crd.) q-crq av-j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j np2, r-crq vbdr jc cs n1, jc-jn cs n1, pns32 vbdr av-dc j p-acp n1 cs n2, po32 n-vvg vbds pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7031 yet the next words tell us, Their visage is blacker then a coale, they are not knowne in the streets, their skin cleaveth to their bones: yet the next words tell us, Their visage is blacker then a coal, they Are not known in the streets, their skin cleaveth to their bones: av dt ord n2 vvb pno12, po32 n1 vbz jc-jn cs dt n1, pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n2, po32 n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7032 it is withered, it is become like a sticke. it is withered, it is become like a stick. pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz vvn av-j dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7033 And though a man escape sicknesse, and famine doth not eate up his flesh, yet time (that great eater) will, old age will wast what famine and sicknesse have not toucht. And though a man escape sickness, and famine does not eat up his Flesh, yet time (that great eater) will, old age will wast what famine and sickness have not touched. cc cs dt n1 vvi n1, cc n1 vdz xx vvi a-acp po31 n1, av n1 (cst j n1) vmb, j n1 vmb vvi r-crq n1 cc n1 vhb xx vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7034 As the Prophet threatned, what the Caterpillar hath left, the Canker-worme shall devoure; so what sicknesse leaves, time will certainly consume. As the Prophet threatened, what the Caterpillar hath left, the Cankerworm shall devour; so what sickness leaves, time will Certainly consume. p-acp dt n1 vvd, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi; av q-crq n1 vvz, n1 vmb av-j vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7035 Thus bodily flesh is every way liable to a consumption; Thus bodily Flesh is every Way liable to a consumption; av j n1 vbz d n1 j p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7036 and therefore the Prophet being commanded to cry, and putting the question, what shall I cry, had this answer, All flesh is grasse. (There indeed flesh is taken in the most comprehensive notion, as to all externalls; and Therefore the Prophet being commanded to cry, and putting the question, what shall I cry, had this answer, All Flesh is grass. (There indeed Flesh is taken in the most comprehensive notion, as to all externals; cc av dt n1 vbg vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vvg dt n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi, vhd d n1, d n1 vbz n1. (a-acp av n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n1, c-acp p-acp d n2-j; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7037 not only the flesh of the body, but all the riches, honours, and dignities of this world, come under the name of flesh there) All flesh is grasse (Isa: 40.6.) But why doth he call it grasse? 'Tis so under a two-fold consideration. not only the Flesh of the body, but all the riches, honours, and dignities of this world, come under the name of Flesh there) All Flesh is grass (Isaiah: 40.6.) But why does he call it grass? It's so under a twofold consideration. xx av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp d dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f d n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp) d n1 vbz n1 (np1: crd.) p-acp q-crq vdz pns31 vvi pn31 n1? pn31|vbz av p-acp dt n1 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7038 First, for the greenenesse and fairenesse of it. First, for the greenness and fairness of it. ord, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7039 God hath put beauty upon this fading flesh, both for the comfort, and for the tryall of man; God hath put beauty upon this fading Flesh, both for the Comfort, and for the trial of man; np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d j-vvg n1, av-d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7040 that flesh is faire as a flower, is matter of delight; that Flesh is fair as a flower, is matter of delight; cst n1 vbz j c-acp dt n1, vbz n1 pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7041 and to abstract our thoughts or weane our hearts from that which is faire and delightfull, is matter of tryall. and to abstract our thoughts or wean our hearts from that which is fair and delightful, is matter of trial. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp d r-crq vbz j cc j, vbz n1 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7042 How hardly are we taken off from affecting flesh, our owne or others, while this grasse continues beautifull and greene! How hardly Are we taken off from affecting Flesh, our own or Others, while this grass continues beautiful and green! uh-crq av vbr pns12 vvn a-acp p-acp j-vvg n1, po12 d cc ng2-jn, cs d n1 vvz j cc j-jn! (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7043 Secondly, Flesh is grasse, because soone gone (as it followeth in the Prophet) The grasse withereth and the flower fadeth, Secondly, Flesh is grass, Because soon gone (as it follows in the Prophet) The grass withereth and the flower fades, ord, n1 vbz n1, c-acp av vvn (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1) dt n1 vvz cc dt n1 vvz, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7044 because the Spirit of the Lord (or his breath like a blasting East winde) bloweth upon it; Which yet some expound more spiritually, of the Spirit of God discovering the vanity and mutability of all earthly things to the soule, Because the Spirit of the Lord (or his breath like a blasting East wind) blows upon it; Which yet Some expound more spiritually, of the Spirit of God discovering the vanity and mutability of all earthly things to the soul, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (cc po31 vvi av-j dt j-vvg n1 n1) vvz p-acp pn31; r-crq av d vvb av-dc av-j, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7045 for that presently causeth the gayest and best of them to wither or be as a withered flower before our eyes. for that presently Causes the Gayest and best of them to wither or be as a withered flower before our eyes. c-acp cst av-j vvz dt js cc js pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vbi c-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp po12 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7046 In which sense David sayd ( Psal: 119. •6.) I have seene an end of all perfection. In which sense David said (Psalm: 119. •6.) I have seen an end of all perfection. p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvd (np1: crd n1.) pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7047 Take flesh in the largest sense, and 'tis a consuming thing; Take Flesh in the Largest sense, and it's a consuming thing; vvb n1 p-acp dt js n1, cc pn31|vbz dt j-vvg n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 353
7048 The fashion (or scheame) of the world passeth away, and so doth the fashion of all those perfections, The fashion (or scheame) of the world passes away, and so does the fashion of all those perfections, dt n1 (cc n1) pp-f dt n1 vvz av, cc av vdz dt n1 pp-f d d n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 354
7049 or most perfect enjoyments, which are but of a worldly birth and extraction. or most perfect enjoyments, which Are but of a worldly birth and extraction. cc av-ds j n2, r-crq vbr cc-acp pp-f dt j n1 cc n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 354
7050 Flesh under every forme is a fading thing, especially the flesh of the best-form'd face & body of man. Whence take these six inferences. Flesh under every Form is a fading thing, especially the Flesh of the best-formed face & body of man. Whence take these six inferences. n1 p-acp d n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. q-crq vvb d crd n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 354
7051 If the flesh the fairest outside of man be a fading thing, then First, Be not desirous, much lesse ambitious, to make a faire shew in the flesh; If the Flesh the Fairest outside of man be a fading thing, then First, Be not desirous, much less ambitious, to make a fair show in the Flesh; cs dt n1 dt js n1-an pp-f n1 vbb dt j-vvg n1, cs ord, vbb xx j, av-d av-dc j, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1151 Page 354
7052 for it may prove but a vaine shew, and at last, not so much as a shew. for it may prove but a vain show, and At last, not so much as a show. p-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp ord, xx av av-d c-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7053 Flesh may so consume away, that it cannot be seene. Flesh may so consume away, that it cannot be seen. n1 vmb av vvi av, cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7054 When the Apostle tells us of some, who desire to make a faire shew in the flesh (Gal: 6.12.) he specially meanes it of those that brave it and boast themselves in the outward part of religion, When the Apostle tells us of Some, who desire to make a fair show in the Flesh (Gall: 6.12.) he specially means it of those that brave it and boast themselves in the outward part of Religion, c-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f d, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 (n1: crd.) pns31 av-j vvz pn31 pp-f d cst vvb pn31 cc vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7055 and would appeare much in the forme; and would appear much in the Form; cc vmd vvi d p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7056 'Tis a most vaine thing to desire, to make a faire shew in the flesh of spirituall things, as hypocrites and formalists doe; It's a most vain thing to desire, to make a fair show in the Flesh of spiritual things, as Hypocrites and formalists do; pn31|vbz dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp n2 cc n2 vdb; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7057 And 'tis a very vaine thing to desire to make a faire shew in the flesh of corporall things, And it's a very vain thing to desire to make a fair show in the Flesh of corporal things, cc pn31|vbz dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7058 as proud and vain-glorious men love to doe. as proud and vainglorious men love to do. c-acp j cc j n2 vvb pc-acp vdi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7059 Many desire to make a faire shew in the flesh of their bodyes, they love to have faire faces, Many desire to make a fair show in the Flesh of their bodies, they love to have fair faces, av-d n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi j n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7060 and faire skins, to be fairely drest and deckt, is a great part of their care. and fair skins, to be fairly dressed and decked, is a great part of their care. cc j n2, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cc vvn, vbz dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7061 But take heed of desiring to make a faire shew in this or in any thing that is called flesh. But take heed of desiring to make a fair show in this or in any thing that is called Flesh. cc-acp vvb n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d cc p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7062 For when you have done all, flesh will be a nothing; For when you have done all, Flesh will be a nothing; p-acp c-crq pn22 vhb vdn d, n1 vmb vbi dt pix; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7063 And after you have bestowed much cost upon the flesh of this body, that it may be seene, a sickness may come and consume it, that it cannot be seene. And After you have bestowed much cost upon the Flesh of this body, that it may be seen, a sickness may come and consume it, that it cannot be seen. cc c-acp pn22 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31, cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1152 Page 354
7064 Secondly, Take heed of priding your selves in the flesh, when your flesh (possibly unsought by you) makes a faire shew; Secondly, Take heed of priding your selves in the Flesh, when your Flesh (possibly unsought by you) makes a fair show; ord, vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq po22 n1 (av-j j p-acp pn22) vvz dt j n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1153 Page 354
7065 Though you have beauty, and the goodliest structure of body that ever was seene, though you have riches and honour, the highest built estate that ever was enjoyed, what have you to be proud of? will it not consume and moulder away? may it not melt like a snow-ball, Though you have beauty, and the Goodliest structure of body that ever was seen, though you have riches and honour, the highest built estate that ever was enjoyed, what have you to be proud of? will it not consume and moulder away? may it not melt like a snowball, cs pn22 vhb n1, cc dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst av vbds vvn, cs pn22 vhb n2 cc n1, dt js vvn n1 cst av vbds vvn, q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vbi j pp-f? vmb pn31 xx vvi cc vvi av? vmb pn31 xx vvi av-j dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1153 Page 354
7066 or like wax before the fire? be not proud of any thing called flesh, or like wax before the fire? be not proud of any thing called Flesh, cc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1? vbb xx j pp-f d n1 vvd n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1153 Page 354
7067 how goodly a sight soever it is to th• world, for in a little, in a very little time, there may be nothing of flesh left in sight. how goodly a sighed soever it is to th• world, for in a little, in a very little time, there may be nothing of Flesh left in sighed. c-crq j dt n1 av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 n1, c-acp p-acp dt j, p-acp dt j j n1, pc-acp vmb vbi pix pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1153 Page 354
7068 His flesh is consumed away, that it cannot be seene. His Flesh is consumed away, that it cannot be seen. po31 n1 vbz vvn av, cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1153 Page 354
7069 Thirdly, Be not over-carefull to provide for your flesh, the outward man, this body, or any thing that concernes it. Thirdly, Be not overcareful to provide for your Flesh, the outward man, this body, or any thing that concerns it. ord, vbb xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1, dt j n1, d n1, cc d n1 cst vvz pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1154 Page 354
7070 As the Apostle utterly forbids us to make provision for the flesh, to fullfill the lusts thereof (Rom: 13.14.) that is, those lusts that are exercised in the flesh; As the Apostle utterly forbids us to make provision for the Flesh, to fulfil the Lustiest thereof (Rom: 13.14.) that is, those Lustiest that Are exercised in the Flesh; p-acp dt n1 av-j vvz pno12 p-acp vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 av (np1: crd.) cst vbz, d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1154 Page 354
7071 so, be not much carefull, not at all unduely carefull to make provision for your flesh, to satisfie the necessities of it; so, be not much careful, not At all unduely careful to make provision for your Flesh, to satisfy the necessities of it; av, vbb xx d j, xx p-acp d j j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po22 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1154 Page 355
7072 for 'tis but a perishing thing. Be not carefull what you shall eate and drinke, and wherewith you shall be clothed, for it's but a perishing thing. Be not careful what you shall eat and drink, and wherewith you shall be clothed, p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1. vbb xx j r-crq pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc c-crq pn22 vmb vbi vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1154 Page 355
7073 as Christ himselfe adviseth ( Math: 6.) The flesh that you prepare for your flesh, is not more perishing then the flesh for which it is prepared. as christ himself adviseth (Math: 6.) The Flesh that you prepare for your Flesh, is not more perishing then the Flesh for which it is prepared. c-acp np1 px31 vvz (np1: crd) dt n1 cst pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1, vbz xx av-dc vvg cs dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1154 Page 355
7074 Meates for the belly and the belly for meates, but God shall destroy both it and them (1 Cor: 6.13.) It will not be long before there shall be an end both of the meate that is eaten, and of eating meate. Meats for the belly and the belly for Meats, but God shall destroy both it and them (1 Cor: 6.13.) It will not be long before there shall be an end both of the meat that is eaten, and of eating meat. n2 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi av-d pn31 cc pno32 (vvn fw-la: crd.) pn31 vmb xx vbi av-j a-acp pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn, cc pp-f j-vvg n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1154 Page 355
7075 Fourthly, If the flesh may soone be so consumed by the hand of God that it cannot be seene, Fourthly, If the Flesh may soon be so consumed by the hand of God that it cannot be seen, ord, cs dt n1 vmb av vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1155 Page 355
7076 then be not unwilling to wast and consume your flesh which is seen in working for God, then be not unwilling to wast and consume your Flesh which is seen in working for God, av vbb xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvb po22 n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg p-acp np1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1155 Page 355
7077 or in doing good worke, which is the worke of God: or in doing good work, which is the work of God: cc p-acp vdg j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1155 Page 355
7078 your flesh may consume upon worse termes quickly, then working for God, why then should you be unwilling to consume it in Gods worke? Are not some so tender of their carkasse, your Flesh may consume upon Worse terms quickly, then working for God, why then should you be unwilling to consume it in God's work? are not Some so tender of their carcase, po22 n1 vmb vvi p-acp jc n2 av-j, av vvg p-acp np1, uh-crq av vmd pn22 vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp npg1 n1? vbr xx d av j pp-f po32 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1155 Page 355
7079 and their skin, that they are afraid (though that feare be their shame and sin) of taking too much paines in the worke of God, and their skin, that they Are afraid (though that Fear be their shame and since) of taking too much pains in the work of God, cc po32 n1, cst pns32 vbr j (cs d n1 vbb po32 n1 cc n1) pp-f vvg av d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1155 Page 355
7080 lest they should dammage their bodyes, endanger their health, and consume their flesh? This flesh will wast with idleness, is it not better to wast it by industry in usefull services? The Apostle was willing to spend and be spent in the service of the Corinthians; That is, he was willing to spend not only his purse and his paines, lest they should damage their bodies, endanger their health, and consume their Flesh? This Flesh will wast with idleness, is it not better to wast it by industry in useful services? The Apostle was willing to spend and be spent in the service of the Corinthians; That is, he was willing to spend not only his purse and his pains, cs pns32 vmd n1 po32 n2, vvi po32 n1, cc vvi po32 n1? d n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, vbz pn31 xx jc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp j n2? dt n1 vbds vvg pc-acp vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1; cst vbz, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi xx av-j po31 n1 cc po31 n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1155 Page 355
7081 but to be spent as to his bodyly strength, health and life. He cared not for his owne flesh, so he might be serviceable to their spirits, but to be spent as to his bodily strength, health and life. He cared not for his own Flesh, so he might be serviceable to their spirits, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po31 j n1, n1 cc n1. pns31 vvd xx p-acp po31 d n1, av pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp po32 n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1155 Page 355
7082 and promote their spirituall good, (2 Cor: 12.15.) Fifthly, Be not unwilling to waste and consume your flesh in duty with God; and promote their spiritual good, (2 Cor: 12.15.) Fifthly, Be not unwilling to waste and consume your Flesh in duty with God; cc vvi po32 j j, (crd fw-la: crd.) ord, vbb xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1155 Page 355
7083 as the flesh consumes in work for God, so in duty with God, in prayer and fasting and selfe-humbling, these are duties with God. as the Flesh consumes in work for God, so in duty with God, in prayer and fasting and selfe-humbling, these Are duties with God. c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp np1, av p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp n1 cc vvg cc j, d vbr n2 p-acp np1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 355
7084 Some are afraid of taking too much paines in these soule-workes with God, lest they hurt their bodies, their flesh. some Are afraid of taking too much pains in these soule-workes with God, lest they hurt their bodies, their Flesh. d vbr j pp-f vvg av d n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp np1, cs pns32 vvd po32 n2, po32 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 355
7085 We can never lay out our strength, or bring our flesh to a better market, we can never put it off at a higher rate (if it must be put off) then in wayes of communion with God. We can never lay out our strength, or bring our Flesh to a better market, we can never put it off At a higher rate (if it must be put off) then in ways of communion with God. pns12 vmb av-x vvi av po12 n1, cc vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt jc n1, pns12 vmb av-x vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt jc n1 (cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp) av p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 355
7086 Yet let us remember we have a promise, that our bodyes shall thrive as well as our soules, Yet let us Remember we have a promise, that our bodies shall thrive as well as our Souls, av vvb pno12 vvi pns12 vhb dt n1, cst po12 n2 vmb vvi c-acp av c-acp po12 n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 355
7087 even in those duties of communion with God, which are most expensive and severe to our flesh, prayer with fasting. ( Isa: 58.61.) And the Lord shall guide thee continually, even in those duties of communion with God, which Are most expensive and severe to our Flesh, prayer with fasting. (Isaiah: 58.61.) And the Lord shall guide thee continually, av p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbr av-ds j cc j p-acp po12 n1, n1 p-acp vvg. (np1: crd.) cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 av-j, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 355
7088 and satisfie thy soule in drought, and make fat thy bones. and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones. cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi j po21 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 355
7089 Which though it may have a more spirituall meaning, yet there is a truth in it as to the poynt in hand. Which though it may have a more spiritual meaning, yet there is a truth in it as to the point in hand. r-crq c-acp pn31 vmb vhi dt av-dc j n1, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 356
7090 Holy Fasting, which is a soule-fatning duty (as all agree) is under a gracious promise, that it shall also be a body-fatning, yea a bone-fatning duty. Holy Fasting, which is a soule-fatning duty (as all agree) is under a gracious promise, that it shall also be a body-fatning, yea a bone-fatning duty. j vvg, r-crq vbz dt j n1 (c-acp d vvb) vbz p-acp dt j n1, cst pn31 vmb av vbi dt j, uh dt j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 356
7091 Now, though we have a good assurance, that while we are trading with God for the gaine and encrease of our soules, our bodyes shall not waste nor be loosers, Now, though we have a good assurance, that while we Are trading with God for the gain and increase of our Souls, our bodies shall not waste nor be Losers', av, cs pns12 vhb dt j n1, cst cs pns12 vbr vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, po12 n2 vmb xx vvi ccx vbb ng2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 356
7092 yet we should be ready to waste and weare off the flesh from our bodyes for the gaine and encrease of our soules. yet we should be ready to waste and wear off the Flesh from our bodies for the gain and increase of our Souls. av pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1156 Page 356
7093 Sixthly, Why should we be unwilling to offer our flesh to be consumed by the fury of men, Sixthly, Why should we be unwilling to offer our Flesh to be consumed by the fury of men, j, q-crq vmd pns12 vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1157 Page 356
7094 or by the rage of flames in the cause of God, seeing it may ere long consume by sickness and not be seene? why should we be afraid to let our flesh consume or rot in prisons, or by the rage of flames in the cause of God, seeing it may ere long consume by sickness and not be seen? why should we be afraid to let our Flesh consume or rot in prisons, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg pn31 vmb p-acp av-j vvi p-acp n1 cc xx vbi vvn? q-crq vmd pns12 vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 vvi cc vvi p-acp n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1157 Page 356
7095 or by tortures for Christ, seeing a disease will doe it, and hath often done it? Thousands of the blassed Martyrs, or by tortures for christ, seeing a disease will do it, and hath often done it? Thousands of the blassed Martyrs, cc p-acp n2 p-acp np1, vvg dt n1 vmb vdi pn31, cc vhz av vdn pn31? crd pp-f dt vvn n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1157 Page 356
7096 and suffering Saints, have rejoyced they had flesh to consume when God called them to it. and suffering Saints, have rejoiced they had Flesh to consume when God called them to it. cc vvg n2, vhb vvn pns32 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vvd pno32 p-acp pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1157 Page 356
7097 So some interpret that Scripture before mentioned (2 Cor: 12.14.) where the Apostle professed, I am willing to be spent for you (how spent? as an offering or sacrifice by fire) in the service of your faith, and in bearing my witness to those truths of the Gospel which I have preached to you. So Some interpret that Scripture before mentioned (2 Cor: 12.14.) where the Apostle professed, I am willing to be spent for you (how spent? as an offering or sacrifice by fire) in the service of your faith, and in bearing my witness to those truths of the Gospel which I have preached to you. av d vvb cst n1 a-acp vvd (crd fw-la: crd.) c-crq dt n1 vvd, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22 (c-crq vvn? p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc p-acp vvg po11 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1157 Page 356
7098 And indeed, he in that sense, spent his flesh at the last, he suffered death, And indeed, he in that sense, spent his Flesh At the last, he suffered death, cc av, pns31 p-acp d n1, vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt ord, pns31 vvd n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1157 Page 356
7099 and let his flesh fall, in holding up and holding out the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ. and let his Flesh fallen, in holding up and holding out the faith of our Lord jesus christ. cc vvb po31 n1 vvi, p-acp vvg a-acp cc vvg av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1157 Page 356
7100 It is better that our flesh should be thus consumed (if God call us to it) then that we leave it to be consumed by age or sickness, by wormes or rottenness. It is better that our Flesh should be thus consumed (if God call us to it) then that we leave it to be consumed by age or sickness, by worms or rottenness. pn31 vbz jc cst po12 n1 vmd vbi av vvn (cs np1 vvb pno12 p-acp pn31) cs cst pns12 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n2 cc n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1157 Page 356
7101 How freely should we offer up this flesh to so noble a consumption, seeing we cannot keepe it long from so meane a consumption, doe what we can? Secondly, Note. Sickness is a consumer; How freely should we offer up this Flesh to so noble a consumption, seeing we cannot keep it long from so mean a consumption, do what we can? Secondly, Note. Sickness is a consumer; c-crq av-j vmd pns12 vvi a-acp d n1 p-acp av j dt n1, vvg pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 av-j p-acp av j dt n1, vdb r-crq pns12 vmb? ord, n1. n1 vbz dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1157 Page 356
7102 sickness is a consumer of all that will consume. sickness is a consumer of all that will consume. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst vmb vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1158 Page 356
7103 It consumes the body, and it consumes the purse, yea it consumes all our worldly comforts and concernments, it consumes every thing but grace. It consumes the body, and it consumes the purse, yea it consumes all our worldly comforts and concernments, it consumes every thing but grace. pn31 vvz dt n1, cc pn31 vvz dt n1, uh pn31 vvz d po12 j n2 cc n2, pn31 vvz d n1 p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 356
7104 We say, A time of sickness is a spending time; the usuall reference of that expression, is to spiritualls. We say, A time of sickness is a spending time; the usual Referente of that expression, is to spirituals. pns12 vvb, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt vvg n1; dt j n1 pp-f d n1, vbz p-acp n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 356
7105 In health we gather grace and lay up truths, which we spend in sickness. In health we gather grace and lay up truths, which we spend in sickness. p-acp n1 pns12 vvb n1 cc vvi a-acp n2, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 356
7106 But though sickness be a spending time, yet, it is not (I am sure it ought not to be) a wasting time to grace and spiritualls. But though sickness be a spending time, yet, it is not (I am sure it ought not to be) a wasting time to grace and spirituals. p-acp cs n1 vbb dt vvg n1, av, pn31 vbz xx (pns11 vbm j pn31 vmd xx pc-acp vbi) dt vvg n1 p-acp n1 cc n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 356
7107 A spending time it is, that is, a time wherein a godly man may lay out a great deale of his spirituall stock and heavenly treasure, a great deale of faith and patience, a great deale of sweet contentation and selfe-submission to God. A spending time it is, that is, a time wherein a godly man may lay out a great deal of his spiritual stock and heavenly treasure, a great deal of faith and patience, a great deal of sweet contentation and selfe-submission to God. dt vvg n1 pn31 vbz, cst vbz, dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 vmb vvi av dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc j n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt j n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 357
7108 But sickness is not a wasting time to any of these graces or heavenly treasures; yea where grace is reall and active, it is not only not wasted or consumed, But sickness is not a wasting time to any of these graces or heavenly treasures; yea where grace is real and active, it is not only not wasted or consumed, p-acp n1 vbz xx dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d pp-f d n2 cc j n2; uh q-crq n1 vbz j cc j, pn31 vbz xx j xx vvn cc vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 357
7109 but encreased and improved, occasionally, by sickness; but increased and improved, occasionally, by sickness; cc-acp vvd cc vvn, av-j, p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 357
7129 And so those words (are not seen) in the text (which according to our translation refer to the time of health, And so those words (Are not seen) in the text (which according to our Translation refer to the time of health, cc av d n2 (vbr xx vvn) p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vvg p-acp po12 n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7110 God having promised, that all things shall worke together for good to them that love him (Rom: 8.28.) will not suffer the best things of those that love him (their graces) to take hurt by the worst of bodyly sicknesses. God having promised, that all things shall work together for good to them that love him (Rom: 8.28.) will not suffer the best things of those that love him (their graces) to take hurt by the worst of bodily Sicknesses. np1 vhg vvn, cst d n2 vmb vvi av p-acp j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31 (np1: crd.) vmb xx vvi dt js n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno31 (po32 n2) pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt js pp-f j n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 357
7111 Sickness doth only dammage the body, and deface the beauty of the flesh; Sickness does only damage the body, and deface the beauty of the Flesh; n1 vdz av-j n1 dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 357
7112 and it quickly doth, as Elihu affirme of his sick man in the text, His flesh is consumed away, that it cannot be seene, yea, and it quickly does, as Elihu affirm of his sick man in the text, His Flesh is consumed away, that it cannot be seen, yea, cc pn31 av-j vdz, c-acp np1 vvb pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbz vvn av, cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, uh, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 357
7113 as it followeth And his bones that were not seene, stick out. as it follows And his bones that were not seen, stick out. c-acp pn31 vvz cc po31 n2 cst vbdr xx vvn, vvb av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1159 Page 357
7114 Flesh and bones are the two eminent materialls of this faire and most regular building, The Body of man. Flesh and bones Are the two eminent materials of this fair and most regular building, The Body of man. n1 cc n2 vbr dt crd j n2-jn pp-f d j cc av-ds j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7115 The Bones of a healthy and strong man, are not seene because they are covered with flesh; The Bones of a healthy and strong man, Are not seen Because they Are covered with Flesh; dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1, vbr xx vvn c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7116 they are only felt or perceived through their clothing, skin, and flesh. God hath put these very comely and beautifull garments as a covering upon our bones: they Are only felt or perceived through their clothing, skin, and Flesh. God hath put these very comely and beautiful garments as a covering upon our bones: pns32 vbr av-j vvn cc vvd p-acp po32 n1, n1, cc n1. np1 vhz vvn d av j cc j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp po12 n2: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7117 but sickness pulls away these coverings, it pulls away the cloaths from our bones, and makes them appeare, as it were, naked. but sickness pulls away these coverings, it pulls away the clothes from our bones, and makes them appear, as it were, naked. cc-acp n1 vvz av d n2-vvg, pn31 vvz av dt n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvz pno32 vvi, c-acp pn31 vbdr, j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7118 When the fat is dript away, and the flesh is spent, the bones seeme to start out. When the fat is dript away, and the Flesh is spent, the bones seem to start out. c-crq dt j vbz vvn av, cc dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7119 We commonly say of a man that hath been consumed by a lingring sickness, He is a very Skelleton, he lookes like an Anatomy, which is nothing else but a pack of bones, the flesh is gone. We commonly say of a man that hath been consumed by a lingering sickness, He is a very Skeleton, he looks like an Anatomy, which is nothing Else but a pack of bones, the Flesh is gone. pns12 av-j vvb pp-f dt n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vvz av-j dt n1, r-crq vbz pix av cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 vbz vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7120 Thus David mourned ( Psal: 31.10.) My life is spent with griefe, my yeares with sighing, my strength faileth because of mine iniquity: and my bones are consumed. Thus David mourned (Psalm: 31.10.) My life is spent with grief, my Years with sighing, my strength Faileth Because of mine iniquity: and my bones Are consumed. av np1 vvd (np1: crd.) po11 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, po11 n2 p-acp vvg, po11 n1 vvz p-acp pp-f po11 n1: cc po11 n2 vbr vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7121 The sin-sickness of a sencible soule consumes the bones, more then any bodyly sickness. The sin-sickness of a sensible soul consumes the bones, more then any bodily sickness. dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz dt n2, av-dc cs d j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7122 This was not only the consuming but the breaking of Davids bones ( Psal: 51.8.) And as his sorrow for his owne transgressions, This was not only the consuming but the breaking of Davids bones (Psalm: 51.8.) And as his sorrow for his own transgressions, d vbds xx av-j dt j-vvg p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f npg1 n2 (np1: crd.) cc c-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7123 so his sorrow for the afflictions of Sion, had the like effect in him ( Psal: 102.3, 4, 5.) My dayes are consumed like smoake or into smoake (they vanish like smoake) and my bones are burnt as a hearth. so his sorrow for the afflictions of Sion, had the like Effect in him (Psalm: 102.3, 4, 5.) My days Are consumed like smoke or into smoke (they vanish like smoke) and my bones Are burned as a hearth. av po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vhd dt j n1 p-acp pno31 (np1: crd, crd, crd) po11 n2 vbr vvn av-j n1 cc p-acp n1 (pns32 vvb av-j n1) cc po11 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7124 My heart is smitten, and withereth like grasse; so that I forget to eate my bread; My heart is smitten, and withereth like grass; so that I forget to eat my bred; po11 n1 vbz vvn, cc vvz av-j n1; av cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi po11 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7125 By reason of the voyce of my groaning, my bones cleave to my skin. By reason of the voice of my groaning, my bones cleave to my skin. p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n-vvg, po11 n2 vvb p-acp po11 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1160 Page 357
7126 Some read this Text, His bones are diminished, lessened, wasted, or broken in pieces, as if the consumption reached not only his flesh but his bones too. some read this Text, His bones Are diminished, lessened, wasted, or broken in Pieces, as if the consumption reached not only his Flesh but his bones too. d vvb d n1, po31 n2 vbr vvn, vvn, vvn, cc vvn p-acp n2, c-acp cs dt n1 vvd xx av-j po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 av. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7127 That's a fierce disease which at once invadeth and wasteth the bones. That's a fierce disease which At once invadeth and wastes the bones. d|vbz dt j n1 r-crq p-acp a-acp vvz cc vvz dt n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7128 The word which we render to stick out, signifieth in the Syriack Idiom, the abating lessening or breaking of any thing into lesser parts or pieces. The word which we render to stick out, signifies in the Syriac Idiom, the abating lessening or breaking of any thing into lesser parts or Pieces. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvb av, vvz p-acp dt np1 n1, dt vvg vvg cc vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp jc n2 cc n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7130 when a man is so fat and full fleshed, that his bones cannot be seen, scarcely felt, those words I say) are referred according to this translation to the time of sickness, which is supposed so to diminish and wast the bones, that by an ordinary straine of Rhetorick they are said, not to be seen. His b•••• are diminished, they are not seen. when a man is so fat and full fleshed, that his bones cannot be seen, scarcely felt, those words I say) Are referred according to this Translation to the time of sickness, which is supposed so to diminish and wast the bones, that by an ordinary strain of Rhetoric they Are said, not to be seen. His b•••• Are diminished, they Are not seen. c-crq dt n1 vbz av j cc j vvn, cst po31 n2 vmbx vbi vvn, av-j vvn, d n2 pns11 vvb) vbr vvn vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn av pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vbr vvn, xx p-acp vbb vvn. po31 n1 vbr vvn, pns32 vbr xx vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7131 We also render this word• 〈 ◊ 〉 that first propheticall word concerning our restoring by Christ ( Gen. 3.15.) by bruising. It (that is the womans seed) shall bruise thy head (that is the Devills) and thou shalt bruise his heele. We also render this word• 〈 ◊ 〉 that First prophetical word Concerning our restoring by christ (Gen. 3.15.) by bruising. It (that is the woman's seed) shall bruise thy head (that is the Devils) and thou shalt bruise his heel. pns12 av vvb d n1 〈 sy 〉 cst ord j n1 vvg po12 j-vvg p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) p-acp vvg. pn31 (cst vbz dt ng1 n1) vmb vvi po21 n1 (cst vbz dt n2) cc pns21 vm2 vvi po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7132 When bones are bruised, and as it were shuffled together, they cannot be seen in their proper places, When bones Are Bruised, and as it were shuffled together, they cannot be seen in their proper places, c-crq n2 vbr vvn, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn av, pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7133 or as once they were fixt by nature. or as once they were fixed by nature. cc c-acp a-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7134 This various reading doth not vary the generall sence of the Text, but only heighten and encrease it. This various reading does not vary the general sense of the Text, but only heighten and increase it. d j n-vvg vdz xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av-j vvi cc vvi pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7135 We render fully and significantly, his bones that were not seen, stick out. Hence note. We render Fully and significantly, his bones that were not seen, stick out. Hence note. pns12 vvb av-j cc av-j, po31 n2 cst vbdr xx vvn, vvb av. av vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1161 Page 358
7136 There is no man so strong, there is nothing in man so strong that can stand out against the strength of sickness. There is no man so strong, there is nothing in man so strong that can stand out against the strength of sickness. pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 av j cst vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1162 Page 358
7137 Our bones are not made of brasse, sickness will diminish them, and pain master them. Our bones Are not made of brass, sickness will diminish them, and pain master them. po12 n2 vbr xx vvn pp-f n1, n1 vmb vvi pno32, cc n1 vvb pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1163 Page 358
7138 Secondly, Whereas 'tis said, His flesh (that was seen) is not seen, and his bones that were not seen stick out, or are seen. Observe. Secondly, Whereas it's said, His Flesh (that was seen) is not seen, and his bones that were not seen stick out, or Are seen. Observe. ord, cs pn31|vbz vvn, po31 n1 (cst vbds vvn) vbz xx vvn, cc po31 n2 cst vbdr xx vvn vvi av, cc vbr vvn. vvb. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1164 Page 358
7139 Sicknesse makes a wonderfull change in man. Sickness makes a wonderful change in man. n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1165 Page 358
7140 It puts that out of sight which was seen, and it brings that in sight which was not seen; It puts that out of sighed which was seen, and it brings that in sighed which was not seen; pn31 vvz cst av pp-f n1 r-crq vbds vvn, cc pn31 vvz cst p-acp n1 r-crq vbds xx vvn; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 358
7141 This holds true, not only as to that which is naturall in man, his flesh and bones, of which this text treats in the letter; This holds true, not only as to that which is natural in man, his Flesh and bones, of which this text treats in the Letter; d vvz j, xx av-j a-acp p-acp cst r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, po31 n1 cc n2, pp-f r-crq d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 358
7142 but 'tis true also as to that which is morall and spirituall in man, his virtues and his vices, his graces, and his lusts or corruptions. but it's true also as to that which is moral and spiritual in man, his Virtues and his vices, his graces, and his Lustiest or corruptions. cc-acp pn31|vbz j av c-acp p-acp cst r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp n1, po31 n2 cc po31 n2, po31 n2, cc po31 n2 cc n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 358
7143 How often is the flesh (in a morall sence) that is, the outward profession of a hypocrite consumed in sickness, and no more seen; How often is the Flesh (in a moral sense) that is, the outward profession of a hypocrite consumed in sickness, and no more seen; uh-crq av vbz dt n1 (p-acp dt j n1) cst vbz, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc dx av-dc vvn; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7144 will the hypocrite alwayes call upon God? (Job 27.10.) He will not. will the hypocrite always call upon God? (Job 27.10.) He will not. vmb dt n1 av vvi p-acp np1? (n1 crd.) pns31 vmb xx. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7145 He that doth all to be seen (that's the character of a hypocrite ( Math. 6.5.) will in a little time doe such a little or rather such a nothing in Religion, that it cannot be seen at all. He that does all to be seen (that's the character of a hypocrite (Math. 6.5.) will in a little time do such a little or rather such a nothing in Religion, that it cannot be seen At all. pns31 cst vdz d pc-acp vbi vvn (d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd.) vmb p-acp dt j n1 vdb d dt j cc av-c d dt pix p-acp n1, cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7146 His profession is sick, when he is fick; and then also that which was not seen sticks out; His profession is sick, when he is fick; and then also that which was not seen sticks out; po31 n1 vbz j, c-crq pns31 vbz n1; cc av av cst r-crq vbds xx vvn vvz av; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7147 the hypocrite covereth many of his corruptions, his impatiency, murmuring, and unbelief, in a day of prosperity with the skin at left or fair shew of faith, the hypocrite Covereth many of his corruptions, his impatiency, murmuring, and unbelief, in a day of Prosperity with the skin At left or fair show of faith, dt n1 vvz d pp-f po31 n2, po31 n1, vvg, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j cc j n1 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7205 and by comfortable Scripture cordialls strengthen and arme his spirits against it. and by comfortable Scripture cordials strengthen and arm his spirits against it. cc p-acp j n1 n2 vvi cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 362
7148 but in a day of trouble those dead bones appear, and stick out. A day of sorrow, sicknesse, and trouble is a great discoverer; but in a day of trouble those dead bones appear, and stick out. A day of sorrow, sickness, and trouble is a great discoverer; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 d j n2 vvi, cc vvi av. dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 vbz dt j n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7149 it occasions the appearance and sticking out of many base lusts that were not seen before. it occasions the appearance and sticking out of many base Lustiest that were not seen before. pn31 n2 dt n1 cc vvg av pp-f d j n2 cst vbdr xx vvn a-acp. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7150 'Tis so also in the better way with godly men, their corruptions, that appeared upon them before, are abated, wasted, It's so also in the better Way with godly men, their corruptions, that appeared upon them before, Are abated, wasted, pn31|vbz av av p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp j n2, po32 n2, cst vvd p-acp pno32 a-acp, vbr vvn, vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7151 and consumed by affliction, and many of their graces which lay hid and unseen, stick out and appear gloriously in a day of trouble, or upon a sick bed. and consumed by affliction, and many of their graces which lay hid and unseen, stick out and appear gloriously in a day of trouble, or upon a sick Bed. cc vvn p-acp n1, cc d pp-f po32 n2 r-crq vvd vvn cc j, vvb av cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7152 Their patience & submission of spirit under the hand of God, their long-sufferance and sweet self-resignation to the will of God, which lay hid, shew themselves. Their patience & submission of Spirit under the hand of God, their long-sufferance and sweet Self-resignation to the will of God, which lay hid, show themselves. po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po32 n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd vvn, vvb px32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7153 Sicknesse and affliction make wonderfull changes and discoveries both as to the outward and inward man; Sickness and affliction make wonderful changes and discoveries both as to the outward and inward man; n1 cc n1 vvb j n2 cc n2 d c-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7154 'tis seldome seen or known either how good or how bad any man is, till he is in paine or reduced to some extreamity; it's seldom seen or known either how good or how bad any man is, till he is in pain or reduced to Some extremity; pn31|vbz av vvn cc vvn d c-crq j cc c-crq j d n1 vbz, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp n1 cc vvn p-acp d n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7155 till his very bones are vexed, or till, as Elihu further describes the sick man in the next verse. till his very bones Are vexed, or till, as Elihu further describes the sick man in the next verse. p-acp po31 j n2 vbr vvn, cc c-acp, c-acp np1 av-jc vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7156 Vers. 22. His soul draweth nigh to the grave, and his life to the destroyer. Vers. 22. His soul draws High to the grave, and his life to the destroyer. np1 crd po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1166 Page 359
7157 When the disease is at the height (as Physitians speak) then the sick mans soul draweth nigh unto and is ready to goe downe into the grave. When the disease is At the height (as Physicians speak) then the sick men soul draws High unto and is ready to go down into the grave. c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 (c-acp n2 vvb) av dt j ng1 n1 vvz av-j p-acp cc vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 359
7158 But doth the soul goe to the grave? I answer, the soul, here, as frequently in Scripture, is put for the person; But does the soul go to the grave? I answer, the soul, Here, as frequently in Scripture, is put for the person; p-acp vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt j? pns11 vvb, dt n1, av, c-acp av-j p-acp n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 359
7159 as if he had said, the man draweth nigh to his grave; as if he had said, the man draws High to his grave; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 359
7160 The soul being the noblest and most princely part of man, is honoured with the denomination of the whole man; The soul being the Noblest and most princely part of man, is honoured with the denomination of the Whole man; dt n1 vbg dt js cc av-ds j n1 pp-f n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 359
7161 or, because all the world is nothing to us (as Christ told his Disciples ( Math. 16.26.) if we lose our souls, or, Because all the world is nothing to us (as christ told his Disciples (Math. 16.26.) if we loose our Souls, cc, c-acp d dt n1 vbz pix p-acp pno12 (c-acp np1 vvd po31 n2 (np1 crd.) cs pns12 vvb po12 n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 359
7162 therefore man is spoken of as if he were nothing but a soul ( Gen. 14.21.) The King of Sodom said unto Abram, give me the souls, Therefore man is spoken of as if he were nothing but a soul (Gen. 14.21.) The King of Sodom said unto Abram, give me the Souls, av n1 vbz vvn pp-f c-acp cs pns31 vbdr pix cc-acp dt n1 (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp np1, vvb pno11 dt n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 359
7163 and take the goods to thy self, we translate, give me the persons, and put in the Margin, give me the souls; Thus 'tis said ( Gen. 46.27.) All the souls of the house of Jacob that came into Egypt were threescore and ten. and take the goods to thy self, we translate, give me the Persons, and put in the Margin, give me the Souls; Thus it's said (Gen. 46.27.) All the Souls of the house of Jacob that Come into Egypt were threescore and ten. cc vvb dt n2-j pc-acp po21 n1, pns12 vvb, vvb pno11 dt n2, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, vvb pno11 dt n2; av pn31|vbz vvn (np1 crd.) d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvd p-acp np1 vbdr crd cc crd. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 360
7164 The Apostles rule of obedience to Magistrates runs in this straine, Let every soul (that is, let every man) be subject to the higher Powers (Rom. 13.) And I conceive the Apostle expresseth it so, The Apostles Rule of Obedience to Magistrates runs in this strain, Let every soul (that is, let every man) be Subject to the higher Powers (Rom. 13.) And I conceive the Apostle Expresses it so, dt np1 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 vvz p-acp d n1, vvb d n1 (cst vbz, vvb d n1) vbi j-jn p-acp dt jc n2 (np1 crd) cc pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz pn31 av, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 360
7165 because there ought to be an inward subjection to that, as to any other Ordinance of God; Because there ought to be an inward subjection to that, as to any other Ordinance of God; c-acp a-acp vmd p-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp d, c-acp p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f np1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 360
7166 the soul must be subject as well as the body to the powers of this world, that is, there must be (though no subjection of conscience, the soul must be Subject as well as the body to the Powers of this world, that is, there must be (though no subjection of conscience, dt n1 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp av c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst vbz, pc-acp vmb vbi (cs dx n1 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 360
7167 yet) a conscientious subjection unto Magistrates. Thus here, his soul that is, himself, the man draweth neer Ʋnto the grave; yet) a conscientious subjection unto Magistrates. Thus Here, his soul that is, himself, the man draws near Ʋnto the grave; av) dt j n1 p-acp n2. av av, po31 n1 cst vbz, n1, dt n1 vvz av-j av dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 360
7168 to corruption, say some, to the pit, say others. Both are joyned or meete in the grave, for that is the pit of corruption. to corruption, say Some, to the pit, say Others. Both Are joined or meet in the grave, for that is the pit of corruption. p-acp n1, vvb d, p-acp dt n1, vvb n2-jn. av-d vbr vvn cc vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1167 Page 360
7169 The Greeks call the grave Flesh-eater, to draw nigh to the grave, imports such a prevalency of diseases as bring a man to the graves mouth, to the very poynt of death; The Greeks call the grave Flesh-eater, to draw High to the grave, imports such a prevalency of diseases as bring a man to the graves Mouth, to the very point of death; dt njpg2 vvb dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, vvz d dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1168 Page 360
7170 and then (as we say) he is drawing on. Whither is a sick man drawing on? surely to his grave; and then (as we say) he is drawing on. Whither is a sick man drawing on? surely to his grave; cc av (c-acp pns12 vvb) pns31 vbz vvg a-acp. q-crq vbz dt j n1 vvg a-acp? av-j p-acp po31 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1168 Page 360
7171 David (Psal. 107.18.) having described the condition of sick men, adds, they draw nigh unto the gates of death; David (Psalm 107.18.) having described the condition of sick men, adds, they draw High unto the gates of death; np1 (np1 crd.) vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f j n2, vvz, pns32 vvb av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1168 Page 360
7172 Here (which is the same) Elihu saith, his soul draweth near to the grave. Hence note. Here (which is the same) Elihu Says, his soul draws near to the grave. Hence note. av (r-crq vbz dt d) np1 vvz, po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1. av vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1168 Page 360
7173 Diseases and death are near one another. A sick bed and a grave are not far distant; Diseases and death Are near one Another. A sick Bed and a grave Are not Far distant; n2 cc n1 vbr av-j crd j-jn. dt j n1 cc dt n1 vbr xx av-j j; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1169 Page 360
7174 David speaking of himself and others in extreame danger of death by the cruell plots and cunning snares of the enemy, hath a like expression ( Psal. 141.7.) Our bones are scattered at the graves mouth, David speaking of himself and Others in extreme danger of death by the cruel plots and cunning snares of the enemy, hath a like expression (Psalm 141.7.) Our bones Are scattered At the graves Mouth, np1 vvg pp-f px31 cc n2-jn p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, vhz dt j n1 (np1 crd.) po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1170 Page 360
7175 as when one cutteth and cleaveth wood upon the earth; as when one cutteth and cleaveth wood upon the earth; c-acp c-crq crd vvz cc vvz n1 p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1170 Page 360
7176 as if he had said, we are so near death, that 'tis a miracle if we escape it. as if he had said, we Are so near death, that it's a miracle if we escape it. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns12 vbr av j n1, cst pn31|vbz dt n1 cs pns12 vvb pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1170 Page 360
7177 Though we are yet alive, yet we have the sentence of death in our selves, and are within sight of our graves. Though we Are yet alive, yet we have the sentence of death in our selves, and Are within sighed of our graves. cs pns12 vbr av j, av pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc vbr p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1170 Page 360
7178 What David spake there of himself in consort with others, Heman spake personally of himself ( Psal. 88.3.) My life draweth nigh unto the grave; What David spoke there of himself in consort with Others, Heman spoke personally of himself (Psalm 88.3.) My life draws High unto the grave; q-crq np1 vvd a-acp pp-f px31 p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, np1 vvd av-j pp-f px31 (np1 crd.) po11 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1170 Page 360
7179 We are alwayes in our health drawing towards the grave, but in sickness we are drawing near unto it. We Are always in our health drawing towards the grave, but in sickness we Are drawing near unto it. pns12 vbr av p-acp po12 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vbr vvg av-j p-acp pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1170 Page 360
7180 There is but a little distance between any man and the grave, there is scarcely any distance at all between a man that is very sick and the grave. There is but a little distance between any man and the grave, there is scarcely any distance At all between a man that is very sick and the grave. pc-acp vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1 cc dt n1, pc-acp vbz av-j d n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av j cc dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1170 Page 361
7181 Now if the sick man be drawing near unto the grave, then First, Let them that are sick remember the grave; Now if the sick man be drawing near unto the grave, then First, Let them that Are sick Remember the grave; av cs dt j n1 vbb vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, cs ord, vvb pno32 cst vbr j vvb dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1170 Page 361
7182 'tis our duty to be alwayes remembring and meditating upon the grave in our health, much more should that be our remembrance & meditation, it's our duty to be always remembering and meditating upon the grave in our health, much more should that be our remembrance & meditation, pn31|vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vbi av vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, av-d av-dc vmd d vbi po12 n1 cc n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1171 Page 361
7183 when we are sick, most of all when we are sick unto death, or ready to dye and drop into the grave. Secondly; when we Are sick, most of all when we Are sick unto death, or ready to die and drop into the grave. Secondly; c-crq pns12 vbr j, av-ds pp-f d c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp n1, cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1. ord; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1171 Page 361
7184 If the sick are drawing neare unto the grave, then let sick men draw near unto God; If the sick Are drawing near unto the grave, then let sick men draw near unto God; cs dt j vbr vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, av vvb j n2 vvb av-j p-acp np1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7185 if ever you will draw near unto God, the living God, be sure to doe it upon the borders of death; if ever you will draw near unto God, the living God, be sure to do it upon the borders of death; cs av pn22 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1, dt j-vvg np1, vbb j pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7186 'tis good yea best to draw nigh unto God when we are well, and all is well with us, it's good yea best to draw High unto God when we Are well, and all is well with us, pn31|vbz j uh js p-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1 c-crq pns12 vbr av, cc d vbz av p-acp pno12, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7187 even at best in the world ( Psal. 73.25.) But when we are in danger or drawing nigh unto death, O how earnestly should we draw nigh unto God, in the actings of faith, even At best in the world (Psalm 73.25.) But when we Are in danger or drawing High unto death, Oh how earnestly should we draw High unto God, in the actings of faith, av p-acp js p-acp dt n1 (np1 crd.) p-acp c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1 cc vvg av-j p-acp n1, uh c-crq av-j vmd pns12 vvi av-j p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7188 and love, To whom should we goe (as Peter said to Christ, Joh. 6.68.) in the appearances and approaches of temporall death, and love, To whom should we go (as Peter said to christ, John 6.68.) in the appearances and Approaches of temporal death, cc n1, p-acp ro-crq vmd pns12 vvi (c-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1, np1 crd.) p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7189 but unto him who hath the words of eternall life. but unto him who hath the words of Eternal life. cc-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq vhz dt n2 pp-f j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7190 It is high time for us to draw nigh unto God, when any of the comforts of this life are withdrawing from us, is it not more then high time therefore, to draw nigh to him, It is high time for us to draw High unto God, when any of the comforts of this life Are withdrawing from us, is it not more then high time Therefore, to draw High to him, pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, c-crq d pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvg p-acp pno12, vbz pn31 xx dc cs j n1 av, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7191 when life it selfe is withdrawing from us, and we drawing nigh to the grave! How miserable is their condition who have death near them, and God far from them. when life it self is withdrawing from us, and we drawing High to the grave! How miserable is their condition who have death near them, and God Far from them. c-crq n1 pn31 n1 vbz vvg p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vvg av-j p-acp dt n1! c-crq j vbz po32 n1 r-crq vhb n1 av-j pno32, cc np1 av-j p-acp pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7192 Though we walke through the valley of the shadow of death, yet (as David professed he would not, Psal. 23.4.) we need not feare any evill, while God is with us; Though we walk through the valley of the shadow of death, yet (as David professed he would not, Psalm 23.4.) we need not Fear any evil, while God is with us; cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, av (c-acp np1 vvd pns31 vmd xx, np1 crd.) pns12 vvb xx vvi d n-jn, cs np1 vbz p-acp pno12; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7193 but how will the very shadowes of death put us in feare, if God be not with us? and what confidence can we have of his being with us, but how will the very shadows of death put us in Fear, if God be not with us? and what confidence can we have of his being with us, cc-acp q-crq vmb dt j n2 pp-f n1 vvd pno12 p-acp n1, cs np1 vbb xx p-acp pno12? cc q-crq n1 vmb pns12 vhi pp-f po31 vbg p-acp pno12, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7194 if we are not acquainted with him, if we use not to draw neare to him? if we Are not acquainted with him, if we use not to draw near to him? cs pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno31, cs pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31? (16) chapter (DIV2) 1172 Page 361
7195 Thirdly, If they that are sick draw near unto the grave, then it is good for such as come to visit their sick friends, wisely to mind them of the grave; Thirdly, If they that Are sick draw near unto the grave, then it is good for such as come to visit their sick Friends, wisely to mind them of the grave; ord, cs pns32 cst vbr j vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vbz j p-acp d c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi po32 j n2, av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 361
7196 when will a discourse with our friends of death and the grave be seasonable, if not when we see them dying and going to the grave? yet some, when will a discourse with our Friends of death and the grave be seasonable, if not when we see them dying and going to the grave? yet Some, c-crq vmb dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 vbb j, cs xx c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 vvg cc vvg p-acp dt j? av d, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 361
7197 when they visit sick friends, will not speak a word of either; when they visit sick Friends, will not speak a word of either; c-crq pns32 vvb j n2, vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 361
7198 they fear it may hasten death to hear of it, & that speaking of the grave may put them into it, they Fear it may hasten death to hear of it, & that speaking of the grave may put them into it, pns32 vvb pn31 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, cc d vvg pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 361
7199 then which I know no fear more foolish, or more to be feared. then which I know no Fear more foolish, or more to be feared. cs r-crq pns11 vvb dx n1 av-dc j, cc av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 361
7200 Yea some will forbid visiters to mention death, when their Relations lye sick, O doe not speak of death to my Husband, saith the Wife, &c. But remember it, Yea Some will forbid visiters to mention death, when their Relations lie sick, Oh do not speak of death to my Husband, Says the Wife, etc. But Remember it, uh d vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vvi n1, c-crq po32 n2 vvb j, uh vdb xx vvi pp-f n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvz dt n1, av cc-acp vvb pn31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 361
7201 if the sick are drawing near to the grave, they that visit them should remember them of the grave, both in prayer and in conference; if the sick Are drawing near to the grave, they that visit them should Remember them of the grave, both in prayer and in conference; cs dt j vbr vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, pns32 d vvi pno32 vmd vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 362
7202 to speak of death cannot hurt the body, but the not speaking of it may hurt the soul, to speak of death cannot hurt the body, but the not speaking of it may hurt the soul, pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 vmbx vvi dt n1, cc-acp dt xx vvg pp-f pn31 vmb vvi dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 362
7203 and hinder it from getting out of the snares both of spirituall and eternall death. Yet godly prudence and great caution is to be used about it; and hinder it from getting out of the snares both of spiritual and Eternal death. Yet godly prudence and great caution is to be used about it; cc vvi pn31 p-acp vvg av pp-f dt n2 d pp-f j cc j n1. av j n1 cc j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 362
7204 none should doe it bluntly, nor suddenly, but having by discreet insinuations, first hinted to the sick man his danger of death, we should then by faithfull counsells prepare him for it, none should do it bluntly, nor suddenly, but having by discreet insinuations, First hinted to the sick man his danger of death, we should then by faithful Counsels prepare him for it, pix vmd vdi pn31 av-j, ccx av-j, cc-acp vhg p-acp j n2, ord vvn p-acp dt j n1 po31 n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmd av p-acp j n2 vvb pno31 p-acp pn31, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 362
7206 Such savoury and well mannaged discourses of death may (through the blessing of God) be a savour of eternall life to the sick man, Such savoury and well managed discourses of death may (through the blessing of God) be a savour of Eternal life to the sick man, d j cc av vvn n2 pp-f n1 vmb (p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vbb dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 362
7207 and will not in the least prejudice his recovery from sickness, when his soul draweth near to the grave, A•d his life to the destroyers. and will not in the least prejudice his recovery from sickness, when his soul draws near to the grave, A•d his life to the destroyers. cc vmb xx p-acp dt ds n1 po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1173 Page 362
7208 The Hebrew is, to those that kill, or to l•fe destroyers. There is a difference among Interpreters, who are here intended by these Destroyers, to whom the sick mans life draweth near, The Hebrew is, to those that kill, or to l•fe destroyers. There is a difference among Interpreters, who Are Here intended by these Destroyers, to whom the sick men life draws near, dt njp vbz, p-acp d cst vvb, cc p-acp j n2. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp ro-crq dt j ng1 n1 vvz av-j, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1174 Page 362
7209 or who are these life destroyers. or who Are these life destroyers. cc q-crq vbr d n1 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1174 Page 362
7210 First, some thus, his life to the destroyers, that is, to his enemies that are ready to destroy him. First, Some thus, his life to the destroyers, that is, to his enemies that Are ready to destroy him. ord, d av, po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, cst vbz, p-acp po31 n2 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1175 Page 362
7211 But that's improper to the text, which speaking of sickness cannot intend any destroying enemy but the last enemy which is to be destroyed, death, or the antecedents and usuall attendants of it, sicknesses. But that's improper to the text, which speaking of sickness cannot intend any destroying enemy but the last enemy which is to be destroyed, death, or the antecedents and usual attendants of it, Sicknesses. cc-acp d|vbz j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvg pp-f n1 vmbx vvi d vvg n1 p-acp dt ord n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, n1, cc dt n2 cc j n2-jn pp-f pn31, n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1175 Page 362
7212 Secondly, by the destroyers others understand, Angells, who are commission'd and sent of God to cut the thread of life, Secondly, by the destroyers Others understand, Angels, who Are commissioned and sent of God to Cut the thread of life, ord, p-acp dt ng1 n2-jn vvb, n2, r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 362
7213 and to take mortalls out of this world by mortall diseases; and to take mortals out of this world by Mortal diseases; cc pc-acp vvi n2-jn av pp-f d n1 p-acp j-jn n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 362
7214 and so the destroying Angell in this verse stands in opposition to that comforting Angell spoken of in the next verse; and so the destroying Angel in this verse Stands in opposition to that comforting Angel spoken of in the next verse; cc av dt vvg n1 p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d j-vvg n1 vvn pp-f p-acp dt ord n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 362
7215 if there be a messenger or an Angell, &c. That Angells have such a Ministry, is clear, (2 Sam. 24.16.) Where ( David having chosen to fall into the hands of God) an Angell is presently dispatcht to doe execution upon his people. if there be a Messenger or an Angel, etc. That Angels have such a Ministry, is clear, (2 Sam. 24.16.) Where (David having chosen to fallen into the hands of God) an Angel is presently dispatched to do execution upon his people. cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc dt n1, av d n2 vhb d dt n1, vbz j, (crd np1 crd.) q-crq (np1 vhg vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1) dt n1 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 362
7216 And when the Angell stretched out his hand upon Jerusalem to destroy it, the Lord repented him of the evill, And when the Angel stretched out his hand upon Jerusalem to destroy it, the Lord repented him of the evil, cc c-crq dt n1 vvd av po31 n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn31, dt n1 vvd pno31 pp-f dt j-jn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 362
7217 and said to the Angell that destroyed the people, it is enough, stay now thine hand, &c. That destroyer (so he is called, Exod. 12.23.) who slew all the first borne of the Egyptians (Gods last and greatest plague upon them, his tenth plague) is by most interpreted to be an Angell, and said to the Angel that destroyed the people, it is enough, stay now thine hand, etc. That destroyer (so he is called, Exod 12.23.) who slew all the First born of the egyptians (God's last and greatest plague upon them, his tenth plague) is by most interpreted to be an Angel, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 cst vvd dt n1, pn31 vbz av-d, vvb av po21 n1, av cst n1 (av pns31 vbz vvn, np1 crd.) q-crq vvd d dt ord vvn pp-f dt np1 (npg1 ord cc js n1 p-acp pno32, po31 ord n1) vbz p-acp ds vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 362
7218 yea by some a good Angell, because appointed and directed by God to spare his people the Jewes, yea by Some a good Angel, Because appointed and directed by God to spare his people the Jews, uh p-acp d dt j n1, c-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 dt np2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7219 and to poure out his vengeance upon the Egyptians, his and their enemies. and to pour out his vengeance upon the egyptians, his and their enemies. cc pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt njp2, po31 cc po32 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7220 For most usually the wicked are plagued by good Angells, and the good, as Job in this book was, are afflicted by evill Angells. For most usually the wicked Are plagued by good Angels, and the good, as Job in this book was, Are afflicted by evil Angels. p-acp ds av-j dt j vbr vvn p-acp j n2, cc dt j, c-acp n1 p-acp d n1 vbds, vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7221 Howbeit that text say some ( Psal. 78.49.) leadeth us rather to beleeve that it was an evill Angell; Howbeit that text say Some (Psalm 78.49.) leads us rather to believe that it was an evil Angel; a-acp d n1 vvb d (np1 crd.) vvz pno12 av-c pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbds dt j-jn n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7222 He cast upon them (meaning the Egyptians) the fiercenesse of his anger, wrath, indignation, He cast upon them (meaning the egyptians) the fierceness of his anger, wrath, Indignation, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 (vvg dt np1) dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7223 and trouble, by sending evill Angells among them. and trouble, by sending evil Angels among them. cc vvi, p-acp vvg j-jn n2 p-acp pno32. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7245 and his life to killing maladies. and his life to killing maladies. cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7224 Yet possibly those Angells which destroyed the Egyptians, are called evill Angells, not because they were so in their nature, Yet possibly those Angels which destroyed the egyptians, Are called evil Angels, not Because they were so in their nature, av av-j d n2 r-crq vvd dt njp2, vbr vvn j-jn n2, xx c-acp pns32 vbdr av p-acp po32 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7225 but because they were Ministers of evill to that hard-hearted people. but Because they were Ministers of evil to that hardhearted people. cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f j-jn p-acp d j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7226 Which way soever we take it, there is a truth in it applicable to the Scripture here in hand. Which Way soever we take it, there is a truth in it applicable to the Scripture Here in hand. r-crq n1 av pns12 vvb pn31, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31 j p-acp dt n1 av p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7227 And so some expound that of Solomon (Prov. 17.11.) An evill man seeketh only rebellion, And so Some expound that of Solomon (Curae 17.11.) an evil man seeks only rebellion, cc av d vvb cst pp-f np1 (np1 crd.) dt j-jn n1 vvz av-j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7228 therefore a cruell Messenger shall be sent against him. Therefore a cruel Messenger shall be sent against him. av dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7229 The text may be rendred a cruell Angell, that is, an Angell with a Message of wrath and destruction shall be sent unto him; The text may be rendered a cruel Angel, that is, an Angel with a Message of wrath and destruction shall be sent unto him; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn dt j n1, cst vbz, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7230 The Apostle (1 Cor. 10.10.) speaking of those dreadfull judgments, which God sent upon his people the Jewes in the Wildernesse (such as we are like to find in these Gospell times, The Apostle (1 Cor. 10.10.) speaking of those dreadful Judgments, which God sent upon his people the Jews in the Wilderness (such as we Are like to find in these Gospel times, dt n1 (vvd np1 crd.) vvg pp-f d j n2, r-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 dt np2 p-acp dt n1 (d c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7231 if we provoke him, for all those things are said to have happened unto them for Types or examples (vers. if we provoke him, for all those things Are said to have happened unto them for Types or Examples (vers. cs pns12 vvb pno31, c-acp d d n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2 (fw-la. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7232 11.) And there he gives us warning, neither murmure ye, as some of them also murmured, 11.) And there he gives us warning, neither murmur you, as Some of them also murmured, crd) cc a-acp pns31 vvz pno12 n1, dx n1 pn22, c-acp d pp-f pno32 av vvd, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7233 and were destroyed of the destroyer. and were destroyed of the destroyer. cc vbdr vvn pp-f dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7234 That is, by the Pestilence or Plague (as 'tis expressed, Numb. 14.12, 37.) which the Apostle Paul calleth a destroyer, because, doubtless it was executed by some invisible destroyer, or Angell. That is, by the Pestilence or Plague (as it's expressed, Numb. 14.12, 37.) which the Apostle Paul calls a destroyer, Because, doubtless it was executed by Some invisible destroyer, or Angel. cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 (c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, j. crd, crd) r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz dt n1, c-acp, av-j pn31 vbds vvn p-acp d j n1, cc n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7235 The Devill, whom John in the Revelation (Chap. 9.11.) calleth, the Angell of the bottomlesse pit, is there also set forth by this Title, whose name in the Hebrew tongue is Abaddon, The devil, whom John in the Revelation (Chap. 9.11.) calls, the Angel of the bottomless pit, is there also Set forth by this Title, whose name in the Hebrew tongue is Abaddon, dt n1, r-crq np1 p-acp dt n1 (np1 crd.) vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz a-acp av vvn av p-acp d n1, rg-crq n1 p-acp dt njp n1 vbz np1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7236 but in the Greek tongue hath his name Apollyon. The Devill is the Apollyon, the Abaddon, both which signifie a destroyer; but in the Greek tongue hath his name Apollyon. The devil is the Apollyon, the Abaddon, both which signify a destroyer; cc-acp p-acp dt jp n1 vhz po31 n1 np1. dt n1 vbz dt np1, dt np1, d r-crq vvb dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7237 yea the Devill ( Heb. 2.14.) is said to have the power of death, as if he were set over that sad work, yea the devil (Hebrew 2.14.) is said to have the power of death, as if he were Set over that sad work, uh dt n1 (np1 crd.) vbz vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp d j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7238 and Lorded it over dying men; and Lorded it over dying men; cc vvn pn31 p-acp j-vvg n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7239 yet (let us know to our comfort) the Devill hath not the power of death as a Lord, yet (let us know to our Comfort) the devil hath not the power of death as a Lord, av (vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n1) dt n1 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7240 or Judge, but only as an Executioner; or Judge, but only as an Executioner; cc n1, cc-acp av-j c-acp dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7241 thus the sick mans life may be said to draw nigh to the destroyer, that is to the destroying Angell, thus the sick men life may be said to draw High to the destroyer, that is to the destroying Angel, av dt j ng1 n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, cst vbz p-acp dt vvg n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7242 or to the messenger of death. Thirdly, we may take the destroyers, not for persons sent to destroy, but for diseases, and sicknesses; these are destroyers. or to the Messenger of death. Thirdly, we may take the destroyers, not for Persons sent to destroy, but for diseases, and Sicknesses; these Are destroyers. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n2, xx p-acp n2 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc-acp p-acp n2, cc n2; d vbr n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1176 Page 363
7243 And thus it may be said of a sick man, his life draweth nigh to the destroyers, that is, he is in the hand or under the power of such diseases, as probably will destroy him. And thus it may be said of a sick man, his life draws High to the destroyers, that is, he is in the hand or under the power of such diseases, as probably will destroy him. cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt j n1, po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n2, cst vbz, pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp av-j vmb vvi pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7244 That seems to be Mr. Broughtons understanding of the words, who renders, his soul draweth nigh to the grave, That seems to be Mr. Broughtons understanding of the words, who renders, his soul draws High to the grave, cst vvz pc-acp vbi n1 npg1 vvg pp-f dt n2, r-crq vvz, po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7246 Whatsoever is a death-bringer, whatever is deadly or mortall to man, may be comprehended under this expression, The Destroyers. And so, these words, His life draweth nigh to the destroyer, may signifie only thus much, he is deadly, Whatsoever is a death-bringer, whatever is deadly or Mortal to man, may be comprehended under this expression, The Destroyers. And so, these words, His life draws High to the destroyer, may signify only thus much, he is deadly, r-crq vbz dt n1, r-crq vbz j cc j-jn p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, dt n2. cc av, d n2, po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi av-j av av-d, pns31 vbz j, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7247 or (as we commonly expresse it) mortally sick. There's no hopes of him, he is past recovery, the Physitians have given him over. or (as we commonly express it) mortally sick. There's no hope's of him, he is past recovery, the Physicians have given him over. cc (c-acp pns12 av-j vvi pn31) av-jn j. pc-acp|vbz dx n2 pp-f pno31, pns31 vbz j n1, dt n2 vhb vvn pno31 a-acp. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7248 Heman (Psal. 88.3, 4, 5.) speaks to this sence and near in this language of himself. Heman (Psalm 88.3, 4, 5.) speaks to this sense and near in this language of himself. np1 (np1 crd, crd, crd) vvz p-acp d n1 cc j p-acp d n1 pp-f px31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7249 My soul is full of troubles: my life draweth nigh unto the grave. I am counted with them that goe down into the pit: My soul is full of Troubles: my life draws High unto the grave. I am counted with them that go down into the pit: po11 n1 vbz j pp-f n2: po11 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1. pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7250 I am as a man that hath no strength. I am as a man that hath no strength. pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 cst vhz dx n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7251 Free among the dead, like the slaine that lye in the grave whom thou remembrest no more. Free among the dead, like the slain that lie in the grave whom thou Rememberest no more. j p-acp dt j, av-j dt j-vvn cst vvb p-acp dt n1 ro-crq pns21 vv2 av-dx av-dc. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7252 Heman was alive, yet with respect either to the anguish of his soul, or the pains of his body, he looked upon himself as one free among the dead, that is, as a dead man, his life drew near to the destroyers. And hence Heman was alive, yet with respect either to the anguish of his soul, or the pains of his body, he looked upon himself as one free among the dead, that is, as a dead man, his life drew near to the destroyers. And hence np1 vbds j, av p-acp n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd p-acp px31 p-acp crd j p-acp dt j, cst vbz, p-acp dt j n1, po31 n1 vvd av-j p-acp dt n2. cc av (16) chapter (DIV2) 1177 Page 364
7253 Fourthly, Others read the words not in an active sence, (as we) Destroyers, but in a passive, His life draweth nigh to those who are destroyed or dead. Dying men are so neere to, that they may be reckoned as dead men. That word of encouragement in the Prophet ( Isa: 41.14.) Which we render, Feare not thou worme Jacob, Fourthly, Others read the words not in an active sense, (as we) Destroyers, but in a passive, His life draws High to those who Are destroyed or dead. Dying men Are so near to, that they may be reckoned as dead men. That word of encouragement in the Prophet (Isaiah: 41.14.) Which we render, fear not thou worm Jacob, ord, ng2-jn vvb dt n2 xx p-acp dt j n1, (c-acp pns12) n2, p-acp p-acp dt j, po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn cc j. vvg n2 vbr av av-j p-acp, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2. cst n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) r-crq pns12 vvb, vvb xx pns21 n1 np1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 364
7254 and ye men (or as we put in the Margin Few men) of Israel, is rendred by some others, Feare not thou worme Jacob, and you men (or as we put in the Margin Few men) of Israel, is rendered by Some Others, fear not thou worm Jacob, cc pn22 n2 (cc c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1 d n2) pp-f np1, vbz vvn p-acp d n2-jn, vvb xx pns21 n1 np1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 364
7255 and ye that are dead of Israel, that is, who are (in your owne fearefull apprehensions or in the opinion of your proud and prepotent enemies) as dead men, or nigh unto death; and you that Are dead of Israel, that is, who Are (in your own fearful apprehensions or in the opinion of your proud and prepotent enemies) as dead men, or High unto death; cc pn22 cst vbr j pp-f np1, cst vbz, r-crq vbr (p-acp po22 d j n2 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 j cc j n2) p-acp j n2, cc av-j p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 364
7256 or (as we may expound it by that of Paul concerning himselfe and his Fellow-Apostles, with respect to the continuall hazzard of their lives 1 Cor: 4.9.) men, as it were, appoynted unto death; or (as we may expound it by that of Paul Concerning himself and his Fellow-Apostles, with respect to the continual hazard of their lives 1 Cor: 4.9.) men, as it were, appointed unto death; cc (c-acp pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d pp-f np1 vvg px31 cc po31 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j vvi pp-f po32 n2 crd fw-la: crd.) n2, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvn p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 364
7257 yea, as the learned in the Hebrew language tell us, the word translated in the Prophet men, with the change but of one poynt, yea, as the learned in the Hebrew language tell us, the word translated in the Prophet men, with the change but of one point, uh, c-acp dt j p-acp dt njp n1 vvb pno12, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 n2, p-acp dt n1 cc-acp pp-f crd n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 364
7258 and that only in the position of it, signifieth properly, dead men. We find the word applyed specially to wicked worldly men ( Psal: 17.14.) who are there called the hand of God (to afflict or take away the lives of Godly men) and are sayd to have their portion in this life; and that only in the position of it, signifies properly, dead men. We find the word applied specially to wicked worldly men (Psalm: 17.14.) who Are there called the hand of God (to afflict or take away the lives of Godly men) and Are said to have their portion in this life; cc cst av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvz av-j, j n2. pns12 vvb dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp j j n2 (np1: crd.) q-crq vbr a-acp vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 (pc-acp vvi cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f j n2) cc vbr vvn pc-acp vhi po32 n1 p-acp d n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 364
7259 the word, I say, is applyed to them, as implying, that how much soever they rejoyce, either in the present enjoyments of this naturall life, the word, I say, is applied to them, as implying, that how much soever they rejoice, either in the present enjoyments of this natural life, dt n1, pns11 vvb, vbz vvd p-acp pno32, c-acp vvg, cst c-crq d av pns32 vvb, av-d p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 365
7297 how soule-sicke, yea how dead are we if we are not thankfull! Thirdly, Seeing paines and sicknesses are such sad afflictions; how soul-sick, yea how dead Are we if we Are not thankful! Thirdly, Seeing pains and Sicknesses Are such sad afflictions; c-crq j, uh q-crq j vbr pns12 cs pns12 vbr xx j! ord, vvg n2 cc n2 vbr d j n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1187 Page 367
7260 or in the hopes of a long naturall life in this world, yet they alwayes are within one poynt (or pricke with a pen which is the shortest imaginable space) of death. or in the hope's of a long natural life in this world, yet they always Are within one point (or prick with a pen which is the Shortest imaginable Molle) of death. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j j n1 p-acp d n1, av pns32 av vbr p-acp crd n1 (cc vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz dt js j n1) pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 365
7261 In which sense also St Paul speaking of the different state of the body now in this life and after the resurrection from the dead, saith (1 Cor: 15.54.) When this mortall shall have put on immortality; In which sense also Saint Paul speaking of the different state of the body now in this life and After the resurrection from the dead, Says (1 Cor: 15.54.) When this Mortal shall have put on immortality; p-acp r-crq n1 av zz np1 vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 av p-acp d n1 cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j, vvz (vvn fw-la: crd.) c-crq d j-jn vmb vhb vvd p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 365
7262 that is, when we, who now live in dying bodyes, or in bodyes bearing the markes or tokens of death, that is, when we, who now live in dying bodies, or in bodies bearing the marks or tokens of death, cst vbz, c-crq pns12, r-crq av vvb p-acp j-vvg n2, cc p-acp n2 vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 365
7263 and looking like dead men, shall have put on the beautifull and glorious robes of immortality, Then shall be brought to passe the saying that is written, Death shall be swallowed up in victory. and looking like dead men, shall have put on the beautiful and glorious robes of immortality, Then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death shall be swallowed up in victory. cc vvg av-j j n2, vmb vhi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1, av vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt vvg cst vbz vvn, n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 365
7264 Whereas now death which is ready enough to get the victory over healthy and strong men, is so ready to get the victory over weake and sicke men, that their life may very well be sayd (according to this fourth and last interpretation) to draw nigh to the destroyed, Whereas now death which is ready enough to get the victory over healthy and strong men, is so ready to get the victory over weak and sick men, that their life may very well be said (according to this fourth and last Interpretation) to draw High to the destroyed, cs av n1 r-crq vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2, vbz av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2, cst po32 n1 vmb av av vbi vvn (vvg p-acp d ord cc ord n1) pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 365
7265 or those that are already dead. or those that Are already dead. cc d cst vbr av j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 365
7266 Thus if in stead of Death-Bringers or destroyers we read Destroyed or those that have been brought to death, the meaning of Elihu in this passage is plaine and easie; Thus if in stead of Death-Bringers or destroyers we read Destroyed or those that have been brought to death, the meaning of Elihu in this passage is plain and easy; av cs p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pns12 vvb vvn cc d cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbz j cc j; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 365
7267 importing the sicke man so sicke, that there is scarce a step or but a poynt between him and those who are actually dead. importing the sick man so sick, that there is scarce a step or but a point between him and those who Are actually dead. vvg dt j n1 av j, cst pc-acp vbz av-j dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 cc d r-crq vbr av-j j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1178 Page 365
7268 But whether we take the word in this passive sence, and translate The Destroyed, or in the active, But whither we take the word in this passive sense, and translate The Destroyed, or in the active, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp d j n1, cc vvi dt vvn, cc p-acp dt j, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1179 Page 365
7269 as we, and translate destroyers, thereby understanding either Angels in speciall, or diseases in Generall sent by God to destroy or take away the life of the sicke man; as we, and translate destroyers, thereby understanding either Angels in special, or diseases in General sent by God to destroy or take away the life of the sick man; c-acp pns12, cc vvi n2, av vvg d n2 p-acp j, cc n2 p-acp n1 vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1179 Page 365
7270 which way soever of these, I say, we expound the word, it yeilds a cleare sence as to the scope of the text, which Way soever of these, I say, we expound the word, it yields a clear sense as to the scope of the text, r-crq n1 av pp-f d, pns11 vvb, pns12 vvb dt n1, pn31 vvz dt j n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1179 Page 365
7271 and as to the truth of it, (upon the matter) the very same. His life draweth nigh to the destroyers. Hence note. First, Diseases are destroyers. and as to the truth of it, (upon the matter) the very same. His life draws High to the destroyers. Hence note. First, Diseases Are destroyers. cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (p-acp dt n1) dt j d. po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n2. av vvi. ord, n2 vbr n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1179 Page 365
7272 Either they themselves destroy when they come, or the destroyer comes with them. ( Psal: 90.3.) Thou turnest man to destruction and sayest, returne ye children of men. Either they themselves destroy when they come, or the destroyer comes with them. (Psalm: 90.3.) Thou Turnest man to destruction and Sayest, return you children of men. d pns32 px32 vvi c-crq pns32 vvb, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32. (np1: crd.) pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp n1 cc vv2, vvb pn22 n2 pp-f n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1181 Page 365
7273 'Tis a Psalme penned by Moses lamenting the frailety of mankinde. It's a Psalm penned by Moses lamenting the frailty of mankind. pn31|vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1181 Page 365
7274 He lived to see all Israel, whom under his hand and conduct God brought out of Egypt, dye, ••cept that renowned two, Caleb and Joshua; And therefore he having seene the great destruction of that people for their murmurings and unbeliefe, He lived to see all Israel, whom under his hand and conduct God brought out of Egypt, die, ••cept that renowned two, Caleb and joshua; And Therefore he having seen the great destruction of that people for their murmurings and unbelief, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi d np1, ro-crq p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi np1 vvd av pp-f np1, vvb, vvb d vvn crd, np1 cc np1; cc av pns31 vhg vvn dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1181 Page 366
7275 for their ten-fold provocations in the wilderness, might say from his owne experience more then most men to that poynt of mans mortality. for their tenfold provocations in the Wilderness, might say from his own experience more then most men to that point of men mortality. p-acp po32 av-j n2 p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi p-acp po31 d n1 dc cs av-ds n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f ng1 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1181 Page 366
7298 be wise and carefull for the preservation of your health; be wise and careful for the preservation of your health; vbb j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7276 And as God turned that people to destruction, and sayd according to that irrevocable sentence ( Gen: 3.19.) Returne ye children of men to your originall and first materiall, dust; so he saith the same to men every day, who as they are dust, And as God turned that people to destruction, and said according to that irrevocable sentence (Gen: 3.19.) Return you children of men to your original and First material, dust; so he Says the same to men every day, who as they Are dust, cc p-acp np1 vvd cst n1 p-acp n1, cc vvd vvg p-acp d j n1 (np1: crd.) vvb pn22 n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po22 n-jn cc ord j-jn, n1; av pns31 vvz dt d p-acp n2 d n1, r-crq c-acp pns32 vbr n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1181 Page 366
7277 so we see them returning to their dust. so we see them returning to their dust. av pns12 vvb pno32 vvg p-acp po32 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1181 Page 366
7278 Every disease, if so commission'd by God, is death, and every paine (if he say it) the period of our lives. Every disease, if so commissioned by God, is death, and every pain (if he say it) the Period of our lives. np1 n1, cs av vvn p-acp np1, vbz n1, cc d n1 (cs pns31 vvb pn31) dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1181 Page 366
7279 Againe, Elihu is here speaking of a man whom the Lord is but trying, teaching, and instructing upon his sick bed; Again, Elihu is Here speaking of a man whom the Lord is but trying, teaching, and instructing upon his sick Bed; av, np1 vbz av vvg pp-f dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp vvg, vvg, cc vvg p-acp po31 j n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1182 Page 366
7280 yet he saith, His soule is drawing neere to the grave, and his life to the destroyers. Hence observe. yet he Says, His soul is drawing near to the grave, and his life to the destroyers. Hence observe. av pns31 vvz, po31 n1 vbz vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n2. av vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1182 Page 366
7281 Those afflictions which are but for instruction, may looke like those which are for destruction. Those afflictions which Are but for instruction, may look like those which Are for destruction. d n2 r-crq vbr cc-acp p-acp n1, vmb vvi av-j d r-crq vbr p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1183 Page 366
7282 When the Lord hath a purpose only to try a man, he often acts towards him as if he would kill him. When the Lord hath a purpose only to try a man, he often acts towards him as if he would kill him. c-crq dt n1 vhz dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 av vvz p-acp pno31 c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi pno31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1184 Page 366
7283 If any shall say, this is hard, I answer; A ruffe horse must have a ruffe rider. If any shall say, this is hard, I answer; A ruff horse must have a ruff rider. cs d vmb vvi, d vbz j, pns11 vvb; dt n1 n1 vmb vhi dt n1 n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1184 Page 366
7284 Ruffe wood will not cleave without a beetle and wedges. We put God to use extremities, that he may bring us to a moderation. Ruff wood will not cleave without a beetle and wedges. We put God to use extremities, that he may bring us to a moderation. n1 n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n2. pns12 vvb np1 pc-acp vvi n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1184 Page 366
7285 Our spirits are often so ruffe and head-strong, that they must be kept in with bit and bridle; Our spirits Are often so ruff and headstrong, that they must be kept in with bit and bridle; po12 n2 vbr av av n1 cc j, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1184 Page 366
7286 they are so tough and knotty that there's no working, no cleaving of them till the Lord sets his wedges to us, they Are so tough and knotty that there's no working, no cleaving of them till the Lord sets his wedges to us, pns32 vbr av j cc j cst pc-acp|vbz dx n-vvg, av-dx vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno12, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1184 Page 366
7287 and layes on with his beetle of heaviest and hardest afflictions; and lays on with his beetle of Heaviest and Hardest afflictions; cc vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1 pp-f js cc js n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1184 Page 366
7288 In a word, we even compell him to bring us to deaths-doore, that he may teach us to live. In a word, we even compel him to bring us to deaths-door, that he may teach us to live. p-acp dt n1, pns12 av vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1184 Page 366
7289 Now seeing paines and sicknesses (of which Elihu speakes as the way and meanes by which God speakes to sinfull man) are accompanied with such dreadfull symptomes and effects, loathing and losse of appetite, consumption of the flesh, Now seeing pains and Sicknesses (of which Elihu speaks as the Way and means by which God speaks to sinful man) Are accompanied with such dreadful symptoms and effects, loathing and loss of appetite, consumption of the Flesh, av vvg n2 cc n2 (pp-f r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp j n1) vbr vvn p-acp d j n2 cc n2, vvg cc n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1185 Page 366
7290 and the breaking of the very bones, the soule drawing neere to the grave, and life to the destroyers; and the breaking of the very bones, the soul drawing near to the grave, and life to the destroyers; cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n2, dt n1 vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1185 Page 366
7291 seeing I say, there are such sad effects of sicknesse, remember, First, Health is worth the praying to God for. seeing I say, there Are such sad effects of sickness, Remember, First, Health is worth the praying to God for. vvg pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbr d j n2 pp-f n1, vvb, ord, n1 vbz j dt vvg p-acp np1 p-acp. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1185 Page 366
7292 Secondly, Health is worth the praising of God for; and that considered, either, first, as continued, or, secondly, as restored. Secondly, Health is worth the praising of God for; and that considered, either, First, as continued, or, secondly, as restored. ord, n1 vbz j dt vvg pp-f np1 p-acp; cc d vvn, av-d, ord, c-acp vvn, cc, ord, c-acp vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1187 Page 366
7293 'Tis a mercy not to be pained, not to be sicke; It's a mercy not to be pained, not to be sick; pn31|vbz dt n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn, xx pc-acp vbi j; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1187 Page 366
7294 'tis a more sencible, though not a greater mercy to be freed from paine, and recovered out of sickness. it's a more sensible, though not a greater mercy to be freed from pain, and recovered out of sickness. pn31|vbz dt av-dc j, cs xx dt jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd av pp-f n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1187 Page 367
7295 While we are kept free from paines and sicknesses, how thankfull should we be; While we Are kept free from pains and Sicknesses, how thankful should we be; cs pns12 vbr vvn j p-acp n2 cc n2, c-crq j vmd pns12 vbi; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1187 Page 367
7296 and when we are freed from and brought out of the bonds of bodily paine and sicknesses, and when we Are freed from and brought out of the bonds of bodily pain and Sicknesses, cc c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp cc vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1187 Page 367
7299 doe not throw away your health upon a lust, doe not expose your selves to lasting paines and pining sicknesses, do not throw away your health upon a lust, do not expose your selves to lasting pains and pining Sicknesses, vdb xx vvi av po22 n1 p-acp dt n1, vdb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp j-vvg n2 cc j-vvg n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7300 for the satisfying of a wanton sensuall appetite. for the satisfying of a wanton sensual appetite. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7301 The health and strength of this frayle body, are of more value then ten thousand of those vanishing delights. The health and strength of this frail body, Are of more valve then ten thousand of those vanishing delights. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, vbr pp-f dc n1 cs crd crd pp-f d vvg n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7302 Yet how many are there, who run themselves to the graves mouth, and into the thickest throngs of those destroyers, Yet how many Are there, who run themselves to the graves Mouth, and into the thickest throngs of those destroyers, av c-crq d vbr a-acp, r-crq vvb px32 p-acp dt n2 n1, cc p-acp dt js n2 pp-f d n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7303 for the taking up of such pitifull and perishing delights? who to please their flesh for a few moments in surfeiting, drunkenness, for the taking up of such pitiful and perishing delights? who to please their Flesh for a few moments in surfeiting, Drunkenness, p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f d j cc j-vvg n2? q-crq pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt d n2 p-acp vvg, n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7304 and wantonness, bring many dayes, yea moneths and yeares of paine and torment upon their flesh? yea, and wantonness, bring many days, yea months and Years of pain and torment upon their Flesh? yea, cc n1, vvb d n2, uh n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc vvi p-acp po32 n1? uh, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7305 and not only shorten (I meane as to what they might probably have had by the course of nature) the number of their dayes, and not only shorten (I mean as to what they might probably have had by the course of nature) the number of their days, cc xx av-j vvb (pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd av-j vhi vhn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7306 but suddenly end & extinguish them. It hath been sayd of old, Gluttony kills more men then the sword; but suddenly end & extinguish them. It hath been said of old, Gluttony kills more men then the sword; cc-acp av-j vvi cc vvi pno32. pn31 vhz vbn vvn pp-f j, n1 vvz dc n2 cs dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7307 that is, it casts ••em into killing diseases. 'Tis a maxime in warre; Starve your enemy if you can rather then fight him; that is, it Cast ••em into killing diseases. It's a maxim in war; Starve your enemy if you can rather then fight him; cst vbz, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp j-vvg n2. pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp n1; vvb po22 n1 cs pn22 vmb av-c cs vvi pno31; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7308 cut his throat without a knife, destroy him without drawing a sword; Cut his throat without a knife, destroy him without drawing a sword; vvb po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg dt n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7309 that is, with hunger. Some are indeed destroyed with hunger, and hunger, if not relieved, will destroy any man! that is, with hunger. some Are indeed destroyed with hunger, and hunger, if not relieved, will destroy any man! cst vbz, p-acp n1. d vbr av vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, cs xx vvn, vmb vvi d n1! (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7310 Yet surfeiting destroyeth more then hunger, and 'tis a more quicke and speedy destroyer. Yet surfeiting Destroyeth more then hunger, and it's a more quick and speedy destroyer. av vvg vvz dc cs n1, cc pn31|vbz dt av-dc j cc j n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7311 We have knowne many who have cut their owne throats, by cutting too much and too fast for their bellyes; We have known many who have Cut their own throats, by cutting too much and too fast for their bellies; pns12 vhb vvn d r-crq vhb vvn po32 d n2, p-acp vvg av av-d cc av av-j c-acp po32 n2; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7312 Pampering the Body destroyeth more bodies then starving. Pampering the Body Destroyeth more bodies then starving. vvg dt n1 vvz dc n2 cs vvg. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7313 Many while they draw nigh to their Tables, their soules (as Elihu here saith) are drawing neere to the grave, Many while they draw High to their Tables, their Souls (as Elihu Here Says) Are drawing near to the grave, av-d n1 pns32 vvb av-j p-acp po32 n2, po32 n2 (c-acp np1 av vvz) vbr vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7314 and their life to the destroyers. and their life to the destroyers. cc po32 n1 p-acp dt n2. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7315 Therefore, remember and consider, O ye that are men given to appetite, (as Solomon calleth such, Pro: 23: 2.) or rather as the Hebrew elegancy there hath it, ye that are Masters of appetite, studying your Bellyes, till indeed ye are mastered by appetite, to you, I say, remember and consider, Health is more then meate, and life then dainty faire. Therefore, Remember and Consider, Oh you that Are men given to appetite, (as Solomon calls such, Pro: 23: 2.) or rather as the Hebrew elegancy there hath it, you that Are Masters of appetite, studying your Bellies, till indeed you Are mastered by appetite, to you, I say, Remember and Consider, Health is more then meat, and life then dainty fair. av, vvb cc vvi, uh pn22 cst vbr n2 vvn p-acp n1, (c-acp np1 vvz d, fw-la: crd: crd) cc av-c c-acp dt njp n1 pc-acp vhz pn31, pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f n1, vvg po22 n2, c-acp av pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n1, p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb, vvb cc vvi, n1 vbz av-dc cs n1, cc n1 av j j. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7316 All the content that intemperance can give you, cannot recompence you for the paines that sickness will give you; All the content that intemperance can give you, cannot recompense you for the pains that sickness will give you; d dt n1 cst n1 vmb vvi pn22, vmbx vvi pn22 p-acp dt n2 cst n1 vmb vvi pn22; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 367
7317 you may have pleasure for an houre or two, and sickness for a moneth or two, for a yeare or two. you may have pleasure for an hour or two, and sickness for a Monn or two, for a year or two. pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc crd, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc crd, p-acp dt n1 cc crd. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 368
7318 And if all the pleasure we take in satisfying that which though it may be glutted, And if all the pleasure we take in satisfying that which though it may be glutted, cc cs d dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp vvg d r-crq cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 368
7319 yet will not be satisfied, a lust, cannot recompence the paines that are found in a sick bed for a few dayes, moneths or yeares, yet will not be satisfied, a lust, cannot recompense the pains that Are found in a sick Bed for a few days, months or Years, av vmb xx vbi vvn, dt n1, vmbx vvi dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt d n2, n2 cc n2, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 368
7320 how will it recompence any for those everlasting paines that are found in hell, where the damned shall be alwayes conversing with death and destruction, how will it recompense any for those everlasting pains that Are found in hell, where the damned shall be always conversing with death and destruction, q-crq vmb pn31 vvi d p-acp d j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1, c-crq dt j-vvn vmb vbi av vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 368
7321 and yet never dye nor be destroyed. and yet never die nor be destroyed. cc av av-x vvi ccx vbi vvn. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1188 Page 368
7322 Fourthly, Forasmuch as sickness is often accompanied with such grievous dolours and racking tortures, let the sick pray much that they may be armed with patience; Fourthly, Forasmuch as sickness is often accompanied with such grievous dolours and racking tortures, let the sick pray much that they may be armed with patience; ord, av c-acp n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d j n2 cc j-vvg n2, vvb dt j vvb av-d cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1189 Page 368
7323 who knows what tryalls and extremities sickness may bring him to? Though the beginnings and first appearances of it are but small, who knows what trials and extremities sickness may bring him to? Though the beginnings and First appearances of it Are but small, r-crq vvz r-crq n2 cc n2 n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp? cs dt n2 cc ord n2 pp-f pn31 vbr p-acp j, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1189 Page 368
7324 like the cloud which first appeared to the servant of Eliah, onely of a hands-breadth, like the cloud which First appeared to the servant of Elijah, only of a handsbreadth, av-j dt n1 r-crq ord vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j pp-f dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1189 Page 368
7325 yea though it begin but with the little finger of the hand, yet as that little cloud did the whole face of the heaven, yea though it begin but with the little finger of the hand, yet as that little cloud did the Whole face of the heaven, uh cs pn31 vvb cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, av c-acp cst j n1 vdd dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1189 Page 368
7326 so this little distemper may over-spread the whole body, and put you to the exercise of all your patience: so this little distemper may overspread the Whole body, and put you to the exercise of all your patience: av d j n1 vmb j dt j-jn n1, cc vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po22 n1: (16) chapter (DIV2) 1189 Page 368
7327 it may hang and encrease upon you, till it hath broken your bones, and consumed your flesh, it may hang and increase upon you, till it hath broken your bones, and consumed your Flesh, pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22, c-acp pn31 vhz vvn po22 n2, cc vvd po22 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1189 Page 368
7328 and brought you to the graves mouth, therefore pray for patience. and brought you to the graves Mouth, Therefore pray for patience. cc vvd pn22 p-acp dt n2 n1, av vvb p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1189 Page 368
7329 Lastly, Let not the strong man glory in his •••ngth, nor the healthy man in his health; Lastly, Let not the strong man glory in his •••ngth, nor the healthy man in his health; ord, vvb xx dt j n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, ccx dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (16) chapter (DIV2) 1190 Page 368
7330 sicknesse may come shortly, and then how strong soever any man is, downe he must, and lye by it. sickness may come shortly, and then how strong soever any man is, down he must, and lie by it. n1 vmb vvi av-j, cc av c-crq j av d n1 vbz, a-acp pns31 vmb, cc vvi p-acp pn31. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1190 Page 368
7331 There's no wrestling away sickness any way (if God send it and bid it come) but by wrestling with God (as Jacob did, Gen: 32.) in prayer. There's no wrestling away sickness any Way (if God send it and bid it come) but by wrestling with God (as Jacob did, Gen: 32.) in prayer. pc-acp|vbz dx n-vvg av n1 d n1 (cs np1 vvb pn31 cc vvb pn31 vvi) cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp np1 (c-acp np1 vdd, fw-la: crd) p-acp n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1190 Page 368
7332 If you thinke to wrestle away bodily sickness by bodily strength and striving with it, you will be throwne and get the fall. If you think to wrestle away bodily sickness by bodily strength and striving with it, you will be thrown and get the fallen. cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi av j n1 p-acp j n1 cc vvg p-acp pn31, pn22 vmb vbi vvn cc vvi dt n1. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1190 Page 368
7333 Who can stand before a feaver, or a consumption, when they arrest us in the name of the Great King, Who can stand before a fever, or a consumption, when they arrest us in the name of the Great King, q-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1190 Page 368
7334 and carry us prisoners to our beds? Therefore let no man glory in his strength, and carry us Prisoners to our Beds? Therefore let no man glory in his strength, cc vvb pno12 n2 p-acp po12 n2? av vvb dx n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (16) chapter (DIV2) 1190 Page 368
7335 if any man doe, it shewes at present his morall weakness; and his naturall weakness may quickly teach him another lesson, and spoyle his glorying. if any man do, it shows At present his moral weakness; and his natural weakness may quickly teach him Another Lesson, and spoil his glorying. cs d n1 vdb, pn31 vvz p-acp vvi po31 j n1; cc po31 j n1 vmb av-j vvi pno31 j-jn n1, cc vvi po31 vvg. (16) chapter (DIV2) 1190 Page 368
7336 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 23, 24, 25, 26. JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 23, 24, 25, 26. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd (17) chapter (DIV2) 1190 Page 369
7337 If there be a messenger with him, an interpreter, one among a thousand, to shew unto man his uprightness: If there be a Messenger with him, an interpreter, one among a thousand, to show unto man his uprightness: cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31, dt n1, pi p-acp dt crd, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1191 Page 369
7338 Then he is gracious unto him, and saith, Deliver him from going down to the pit, I have found a ransome. Then he is gracious unto him, and Says, Deliver him from going down to the pit, I have found a ransom. av pns31 vbz j p-acp pno31, cc vvz, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1192 Page 369
7339 His flesh shall be fresher then a childes: he shall return to the dayes of his youth. His Flesh shall be fresher then a child's: he shall return to the days of his youth. po31 n1 vmb vbi jc cs dt ng1: pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1193 Page 369
7340 He shall pray unto God, and he will be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy: He shall pray unto God, and he will be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy: pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1194 Page 369
7341 for he will render to man his righteousness. for he will render to man his righteousness. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1194 Page 369
7342 THese words hold forth the third way by which God speakes or reveales himselfe to man, THese words hold forth the third Way by which God speaks or reveals himself to man, d n2 vvb av dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz cc vvz px31 p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7344 When God hath brought a man to his sick bed, and he yet continueth in his blindness, not perceiving either his owne errour, When God hath brought a man to his sick Bed, and he yet Continueth in his blindness, not perceiving either his own error, c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc pns31 av vvz p-acp po31 n1, xx vvg d po31 d n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7345 or the purpose and intention of God to him; or the purpose and intention of God to him; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7346 If then besides all this God so order the matter, that in his mercifull providence he provideth for his further instruction, If then beside all this God so order the matter, that in his merciful providence he Provideth for his further instruction, cs av p-acp d d np1 av vvi dt n1, cst p-acp po31 j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 jc n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7347 and sends a speciall messenger (as he doth me to thee) an interpreter (which is a singular favour of God) to explain, and sends a special Messenger (as he does me to thee) an interpreter (which is a singular favour of God) to explain, cc vvz dt j n1 (c-acp pns31 vdz pno11 p-acp pno21) dt n1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1) pc-acp vvi, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7348 and expound the meaning of his dealings with him, and what his owne condition is, to bring him to a true sight and sence of his sin, and expound the meaning of his dealings with him, and what his own condition is, to bring him to a true sighed and sense of his since, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno31, cc q-crq po31 d n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7349 and to set him upright in the sight of God, by the actings of faith and repentance; and to Set him upright in the sighed of God, by the actings of faith and Repentance; cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7350 this soone altereth the case, and hereupon God is presently appeased towards him. this soon altereth the case, and hereupon God is presently appeased towards him. d av vvz dt n1, cc av np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7351 Then he is gracious, and then many blessed fruits and effects of his grace doe follow, and are heaped on him. Then he is gracious, and then many blessed fruits and effects of his grace do follow, and Are heaped on him. cs pns31 vbz j, cc av d j-vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 vdb vvi, cc vbr vvn p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7352 Here, therefore, we have a very illustrious instance of Gods loving kindness to poore sinfull man, recovering and fetching him backe (when he is as it were halfe dead) from the gates of death, restoring him both as to soule and body, putting him into a perfect (so farre as on this side heaven it may be called perfect) state, Here, Therefore, we have a very illustrious instance of God's loving kindness to poor sinful man, recovering and fetching him back (when he is as it were half dead) from the gates of death, restoring him both as to soul and body, putting him into a perfect (so Far as on this side heaven it may be called perfect) state, av, av, pns12 vhb dt j j n1 pp-f npg1 j-vvg n1 p-acp j j n1, vvg cc vvg pno31 n1 (c-crq pns31 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr j-jn j) p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg pno31 d a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg pno31 p-acp dt j (av av-j c-acp p-acp d n1 n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn j) n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7353 and giving him indeed what he can reasonably desire of him. In the context of these foure verses; Consider and giving him indeed what he can reasonably desire of him. In the context of these foure Verses; Consider cc vvg pno31 av r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vvi pp-f pno31. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2; vvb (17) chapter (DIV2) 1195 Page 369
7354 First, The instrument, or meanes by which God brings this about, and that is, by sending a messenger, First, The Instrument, or means by which God brings this about, and that is, by sending a Messenger, ord, dt n1, cc vvz p-acp r-crq np1 vvz d a-acp, cc d vbz, p-acp vvg dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1196 Page 370
7355 or a choice interpreter to the sick mans bed, to counsel and advise him. Vers. 23. If there be a messenger with him, &c. or a choice interpreter to the sick men Bed, to counsel and Advice him. Vers. 23. If there be a Messenger with him, etc. cc dt j n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31. np1 crd cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31, av (17) chapter (DIV2) 1196 Page 370
7356 Secondly, We have here the motive, or first moving cause of this mercy, that is, the grace or free favour of God, then he will be gracious unto him; Secondly, We have Here the motive, or First moving cause of this mercy, that is, the grace or free favour of God, then he will be gracious unto him; ord, pns12 vhb av dt n1, cc ord vvg n1 pp-f d n1, cst vbz, dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1197 Page 370
7357 and saith, Deliver him from going downe to the pit, that is, being gracious he will give forth this word for his deliverance. and Says, Deliver him from going down to the pit, that is, being gracious he will give forth this word for his deliverance. cc vvz, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, vbg j pns31 vmb vvi av d n1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1197 Page 370
7358 Then he is gracious to him, &c. (v. 24.) Thirdly, We have here the meritorious Cause of this mercifull deliverance; and that is a ransom; Then he is gracious to him, etc. (v. 24.) Thirdly, We have Here the meritorious Cause of this merciful deliverance; and that is a ransom; av pns31 vbz j p-acp pno31, av (n1 crd) ord, pns12 vhb av dt j n1 pp-f d j n1; cc d vbz dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1197 Page 370
7359 I have found a ransom, at the latter end of the 24th verse. Fourthly, We have the speciall benefits of this deliverance, which are two-fold. First, Respecting his body; I have found a ransom, At the latter end of the 24th verse. Fourthly, We have the special benefits of this deliverance, which Are twofold. First, Respecting his body; pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt ord n1. ord, pns12 vhb dt j n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbr n1. ord, vvg po31 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1198 Page 370
7360 He is delivered from the pit of death (v. 24.) And not only so, He is Delivered from the pit of death (v. 24.) And not only so, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (n1 crd) cc xx av-j av, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1200 Page 370
7361 but he hath a life as new as when he began to live; His flesh shall be fresher then a childes; but he hath a life as new as when he began to live; His Flesh shall be fresher then a child's; cc-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 c-acp j c-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi; po31 n1 vmb vbi jc cs dt ng1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1200 Page 370
7362 the dayes of youth shall returne to him againe, (v. 25.) the days of youth shall return to him again, (v. 25.) dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av, (n1 crd) (17) chapter (DIV2) 1200 Page 370
7363 Secondly, We have the benefit respecting his soule, ( v. 26.) He shall pray, and God shall be favourable to him, Secondly, We have the benefit respecting his soul, (v. 26.) He shall pray, and God shall be favourable to him, ord, pns12 vhb dt n1 vvg po31 n1, (n1 crd) pns31 vmb vvi, cc np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1201 Page 370
7364 and he shall see his face with joy; for he will render to man his righteousness. and he shall see his face with joy; for he will render to man his righteousness. cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1; c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1201 Page 370
7365 Thus you have the parts and purpose of these words; I shall now proceed to the particulars. Thus you have the parts and purpose of these words; I shall now proceed to the particulars. av pn22 vhb dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d n2; pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n2-j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1202 Page 370
7366 If there be a messenger with him. These words are Hypotheticall, or by way of supposition; If there be a Messenger with him. These words Are Hypothetical, or by Way of supposition; cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31. d n2 vbr j, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1202 Page 370
7367 if there be: noting, that it is not alwayes so, every one hath not this mercy to have a messenger sent him; if there be: noting, that it is not always so, every one hath not this mercy to have a Messenger sent him; cs pc-acp vbi: vvg, cst pn31 vbz xx av av, d pi vhz xx d n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvd pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1203 Page 370
7368 it's a speciall priviledge granted by God to some; If there be A messenger. it's a special privilege granted by God to Some; If there be A Messenger. pn31|vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d; cs pc-acp vbb dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1203 Page 370
7369 What or who is this messenger? The word in the Hebrew hath a three-fold signification; What or who is this Messenger? The word in the Hebrew hath a threefold signification; q-crq cc q-crq vbz d n1? dt n1 p-acp dt njp vhz dt j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1204 Page 370
7370 all which are insisted upon by interpreters upon this place. all which Are insisted upon by Interpreters upon this place. d r-crq vbr vvd p-acp p-acp n2 p-acp d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1204 Page 370
7371 First, It signifieth an Angel; Now, Angels properly taken are spirituall or incorporeall substances, whose both office and high dignity it is to attend about the throne of God, First, It signifies an Angel; Now, Angels properly taken Are spiritual or incorporeal substances, whose both office and high dignity it is to attend about the throne of God, ord, pn31 vvz dt n1; av, n2 av-j vvn vbr j cc j n2, rg-crq d n1 cc j n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1205 Page 370
7372 and to be sent forth upon his speciall service ( Psal: 103.20.) Bless the Lord ye his Angels that excell in strength, that doe his commandements, and hearken to the voyce of his word. and to be sent forth upon his special service (Psalm: 103.20.) Bless the Lord you his Angels that excel in strength, that do his Commandments, and harken to the voice of his word. cc pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp po31 j n1 (np1: crd.) vvb dt n1 pn22 po31 n2 cst vvb p-acp n1, cst vdb po31 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1205 Page 371
7373 God hath thousand thousands of these servants ministring to him, and ten thousand times ten thousand standing before him (Dan: 7.10.) God hath thousand thousands of these Servants ministering to him, and ten thousand times ten thousand standing before him (Dan: 7.10.) np1 vhz crd crd pp-f d n2 j-vvg p-acp pno31, cc crd crd n2 crd crd vvg p-acp pno31 (uh: crd.) (17) chapter (DIV2) 1205 Page 371
7374 Some stay upon this exposition, affirming that here we are to understand an Angel by nature; some stay upon this exposition, affirming that Here we Are to understand an Angel by nature; d n1 p-acp d n1, vvg cst av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1206 Page 371
7375 And hereupon ground the ministring of Angels to those who are either sick in body, or troubled in mind. And hereupon ground the ministering of Angels to those who Are either sick in body, or troubled in mind. cc av n1 dt j-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp d r-crq vbr d j p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1206 Page 371
7376 Yea the Popish writers would hence prove the intercession of Angels for man, and mans invocation of Angels; Yea the Popish writers would hence prove the Intercession of Angels for man, and men invocation of Angels; uh dt j n2 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, cc ng1 n1 pp-f n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1206 Page 371
7377 but though the exposition be granted, yet it yeilds no ground for this Inference. but though the exposition be granted, yet it yields no ground for this Inference. cc-acp cs dt n1 vbb vvn, av pn31 vvz dx n1 p-acp d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1206 Page 371
7378 For what though God should send an Angel to instruct and comfort a sick man, will it therefore follow that the sick man should pray to him, For what though God should send an Angel to instruct and Comfort a sick man, will it Therefore follow that the sick man should pray to him, p-acp r-crq cs np1 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1, vmb pn31 av vvi cst dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1206 Page 371
7379 and so give him the honour which is due to God? and so give him the honour which is due to God? cc av vvb pno31 dt n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp np1? (17) chapter (DIV2) 1206 Page 371
7380 Secondly, The word is applyed in particular to Jesus Christ the uncreated Angel, or the creating Angel, the Lord of Angels, who, by way of eminency is called, The Angel of his presence, (Isa: Secondly, The word is applied in particular to jesus christ the uncreated Angel, or the creating Angel, the Lord of Angels, who, by Way of eminency is called, The Angel of his presence, (Isaiah: ord, dt n1 vbz vvd p-acp j p-acp np1 np1 dt j n1, cc dt j-vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (np1: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7381 63.9.) and the (Angel or) messenger of the Covenant, (Mal: 63.9.) and the (Angel or) Messenger of the Covenant, (Malachi: crd.) cc av (n1 cc) n1 pp-f dt n1, (fw-fr: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7382 3.1.) He also was that Angel of whom the Lord spake to the children of Israel (Exod: 23.20.) saying, Behold I send an Angel before thee, to keepe thee in the way, 3.1.) He also was that Angel of whom the Lord spoke to the children of Israel (Exod: 23.20.) saying, Behold I send an Angel before thee, to keep thee in the Way, crd.) pns31 av vbds d n1 pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 (j: crd.) vvg, vvb pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7383 and to bring thee into the place which I have prepared. and to bring thee into the place which I have prepared. cc pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7384 Beware of him, and obey his voyce, provoke him not, for he will not pardon your transgressions (if you persist in them) for my name is in him, that is, he is of the same nature with my selfe, Beware of him, and obey his voice, provoke him not, for he will not pardon your transgressions (if you persist in them) for my name is in him, that is, he is of the same nature with my self, vvb pp-f pno31, cc vvi po31 n1, vvb pno31 xx, c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi po22 n2 (cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno32) p-acp po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno31, cst vbz, pns31 vbz pp-f dt d n1 p-acp po11 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7385 and with that nature he hath my name, Jehovah. Thus some carry it here, as if Elihu specially intended the ministration of Jesus Christ, the Angel of the Covenant, to the sick sinner, and with that nature he hath my name, Jehovah. Thus Some carry it Here, as if Elihu specially intended the ministration of jesus christ, the Angel of the Covenant, to the sick sinner, cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz po11 n1, np1. av d vvb pn31 av, c-acp cs np1 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7386 for his restoring both as to the health of soule and body. for his restoring both as to the health of soul and body. p-acp po31 vvg d c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7387 'Tis true, Jesus Christ is the great Angel, or messenger, and he primarily and chiefly doth all the business for poore sinners; It's true, jesus christ is the great Angel, or Messenger, and he primarily and chiefly does all the business for poor Sinners; pn31|vbz j, np1 np1 vbz dt j n1, cc n1, cc pns31 av-j cc av-jn vdz av-d dt n1 p-acp j n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7388 he is the messenger sent from God, and he is the interpreter of the mind of God, he came from the bosom of the father, he is the Messenger sent from God, and he is the interpreter of the mind of God, he Come from the bosom of the father, pns31 vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, cc pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7389 and reveales the mysteries of heaven to us by his holy Spirit. and reveals the Mysteres of heaven to us by his holy Spirit. cc vvz dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7390 He indeed is the one of a thousand, the chiefest of ten thousand, to shew unto man his uprightness. He indeed is the one of a thousand, the chiefest of ten thousand, to show unto man his uprightness. pns31 av vbz dt crd pp-f dt crd, dt js-jn pp-f crd crd, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7391 Yet, I conceive, that in this place, not the Lord of Angels alone, but some Angel of the Lord is also intended. And therefore, Yet, I conceive, that in this place, not the Lord of Angels alone, but Some Angel of the Lord is also intended. And Therefore, av, pns11 vvb, cst p-acp d n1, xx dt n1 pp-f n2 av-j, cc-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av vvn. cc av, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1207 Page 371
7392 Thirdly, The word Angel is applyable to every Messenger; Thirdly, The word Angel is appliable to every Messenger; ord, dt n1 n1 vbz j p-acp d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 371
7393 The Scripture gives it first to those that are sent by men about any errand or business (1 Sam: 23.27.) But there came a messenger unto Saul, saying, hast thee and come; The Scripture gives it First to those that Are sent by men about any errand or business (1 Sam: 23.27.) But there Come a Messenger unto Saul, saying, hast thee and come; dt n1 vvz pn31 ord p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1 (vvd np1: crd.) p-acp a-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, vvg, vvb pno21 cc vvi; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7394 for the Philistims have invaded the land. for the philistines have invaded the land. p-acp dt njp2 vhb vvn dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7395 We read of an evill messenger ( Pro: 13.17.) who is either such a one as brings an evill message, We read of an evil Messenger (Pro: 13.17.) who is either such a one as brings an evil message, pns12 vvb pp-f dt j-jn n1 (np1: crd.) q-crq vbz d d dt crd c-acp vvz dt j-jn n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7396 or is himselfe evill ( Isa: 14.32.) What shall one then answer to the messengers of the Nation, the Lord hath founded Zion, or is himself evil (Isaiah: 14.32.) What shall one then answer to the messengers of the nation, the Lord hath founded Zion, cc vbz px31 n-jn (np1: crd.) q-crq vmb pi av vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vhz vvn np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7397 and the poore of his people shall trust in it. And as it notes a messenger first by man, so a messenger sent by God. and the poor of his people shall trust in it. And as it notes a Messenger First by man, so a Messenger sent by God. cc dt j pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. cc c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 ord p-acp n1, av dt n1 vvd p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7398 The ancient Prophets were in this sence the Angells of God, his messengers, and so are the Ministers of the Gospel at this day. The ancient prophets were in this sense the Angels of God, his messengers, and so Are the Ministers of the Gospel At this day. dt j n2 vbdr p-acp d n1 dt n2 pp-f np1, po31 n2, cc av vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7399 The Epistles to the seaven Churches, are all directed to the Angells of the Churches, that is, to the severall Pastors or Ministers of the Churches respectively. The Epistles to the seaven Churches, Are all directed to the Angels of the Churches, that is, to the several Pastors or Ministers of the Churches respectively. dt n2 p-acp dt crd n2, vbr d vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cst vbz, p-acp dt j ng1 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 av-j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7400 And thus we may conclude, that by the messenger in this text, we are to understand any faithfull Minister of Christ, sent to convince, convert, And thus we may conclude, that by the Messenger in this text, we Are to understand any faithful Minister of christ, sent to convince, convert, cc av pns12 vmb vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f np1, vvd pc-acp vvi, vvb, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7401 or comfort a sick troubled soule. or Comfort a sick troubled soul. cc vvi dt j j-vvn n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7402 And, as was intimated before, we may very well gather up both these latter interpretations into one, that which applyeth it to Christ, And, as was intimated before, we may very well gather up both these latter interpretations into one, that which Applieth it to christ, np1, c-acp vbds vvn a-acp, pns12 vmb av av vvi a-acp d d d n2 p-acp crd, cst r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7403 and that which applyeth it to the Ministers of Christ. and that which Applieth it to the Ministers of christ. cc cst r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7404 For so we have here both the author and the instrument of this comfort to the sick man. For so we have Here both the author and the Instrument of this Comfort to the sick man. p-acp av pns12 vhb av av-d dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7405 Jesus Christ is the chiefe messenger and comforter of poore sinners; jesus christ is the chief Messenger and comforter of poor Sinners; np1 np1 vbz dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7406 and the Ministers of the Gospel are instruments in his hand, sent out by him for the perfecting of that worke. and the Ministers of the Gospel Are Instruments in his hand, sent out by him for the perfecting of that work. cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n2 p-acp po31 n1, vvd av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7407 The word is applyed to both, ( Mal: 3.1. ) Behold, I will send my messenger (or, my Angel) and he shall prepare the way before me. The word is applied to both, (Malachi: 3.1.) Behold, I will send my Messenger (or, my Angel) and he shall prepare the Way before me. dt n1 vbz vvd p-acp d, (fw-fr: crd.) vvb, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 (cc, po11 n1) cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno11. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7408 John the Baptist was Christs messenger, as Christ himselfe (an infallible interpreter) assureth us ( Math: 11.10.) And presently it follows, The Lord whom ye seek shall suddenly come to his Temple, John the Baptist was Christ Messenger, as christ himself (an infallible interpreter) assureth us (Math: 11.10.) And presently it follows, The Lord whom you seek shall suddenly come to his Temple, np1 dt n1 vbds npg1 n1, c-acp np1 px31 (dt j n1) vvz pno12 (np1: crd.) cc av-j pn31 vvz, dt n1 ro-crq pn22 vvb vmb av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7409 even the messenger of the Covenant, whom ye delight in; Behold, he shall come, saith the Lord of hosts. even the Messenger of the Covenant, whom you delight in; Behold, he shall come, Says the Lord of hosts. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ro-crq pn22 vvb p-acp; vvb, pns31 vmb vvi, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7410 In the first part of the verse, John is called the Lords messenger, and in the latter part Christ is called the Lords messenger. Both were messengers, yet with a mighty difference; In the First part of the verse, John is called the lords Messenger, and in the latter part christ is called the lords Messenger. Both were messengers, yet with a mighty difference; p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vbz vvn dt n2 n1, cc p-acp dt d n1 np1 vbz vvn dt n2 n1. d vbdr n2, av p-acp dt j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7411 and therefore John the messenger of Christ, saith of Christ the messenger, ( Math: 3.11.) He that cometh after me is mightier then I, whose shoes I am not worthy to beare. and Therefore John the Messenger of christ, Says of christ the Messenger, (Math: 3.11.) He that comes After me is Mightier then I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear. cc av np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz pp-f np1 dt n1, (np1: crd.) pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vbz jc cs pns11, rg-crq n2 pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7412 And againe ( John 1.26.) He it is that coming after me is preferred before me, whose shoes latchet I am not worthy to unloose. If there be a messenger. Hence note. And again (John 1.26.) He it is that coming After me is preferred before me, whose shoes latchet I am not worthy to unloose. If there be a Messenger. Hence note. cc av (np1 crd.) pns31 pn31 vbz d vvg p-acp pno11 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, rg-crq n2 n1 pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi. cs pc-acp vbi dt n1. av vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1208 Page 372
7413 First, The Ministers of Christ are the messengers of Christ. Christ is the fathers messenger, and they are messengers sent out by Christ. First, The Ministers of christ Are the messengers of christ. christ is the Father's Messenger, and they Are messengers sent out by christ. ord, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1. np1 vbz dt ng1 n1, cc pns32 vbr n2 vvn av p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1209 Page 372
7414 As my father hath sent me, so send I you, said Christ to his Apostles (John 20.21.) And though that Title of Apostle, which signifieth One sent, or a Messenger, be most properly attributed to those, who were immediately called and inspired by Christ, As my father hath sent me, so send I you, said christ to his Apostles (John 20.21.) And though that Title of Apostle, which signifies One sent, or a Messenger, be most properly attributed to those, who were immediately called and inspired by christ, p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, av vvb pns11 pn22, vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2 (np1 crd.) cc cs d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz crd vvn, cc dt n1, vbb av-ds av-j vvn p-acp d, r-crq vbdr av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1210 Page 373
7415 yet in an allayed sence it may be applyed, commodiously enough, to any true Minister of the Gospel, for he also is sent; yet in an allayed sense it may be applied, commodiously enough, to any true Minister of the Gospel, for he also is sent; av p-acp dt vvn n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvd, av-j av-d, p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 av vbz vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1210 Page 373
7416 he hath both his mission and commission mediately from Christ. he hath both his mission and commission mediately from christ. pns31 vhz d po31 n1 cc n1 av-j p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1210 Page 373
7417 Yea the word Apostle is applyed in common to all or any that are sent upon business ( John 13.16. ) He that is sent (let him be who he will or upon what occasion soever he is sent) is not greater then he that sends him. Yea the word Apostle is applied in Common to all or any that Are sent upon business (John 13.16.) He that is sent (let him be who he will or upon what occasion soever he is sent) is not greater then he that sends him. uh dt n1 n1 vbz vvd p-acp j p-acp d cc d cst vbr vvn p-acp n1 (np1 crd.) pns31 cst vbz vvn (vvb pno31 vbi r-crq pns31 vmb cc p-acp r-crq n1 av pns31 vbz vvn) vbz xx jc cs pns31 cst vvz pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1210 Page 373
7418 So then, the Ministers of the Gospel are called the messengers of Christ; First, Because they are sent by Christ; So then, the Ministers of the Gospel Are called the messengers of christ; First, Because they Are sent by christ; av av, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1; ord, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1211 Page 373
7419 and have a Commission from him. and have a Commission from him. cc vhb dt n1 p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1211 Page 373
7420 Secondly, They are his messengers because they are instructed by Christ, and carry forth his mind: Secondly, They Are his messengers Because they Are instructed by christ, and carry forth his mind: ord, pns32 vbr po31 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc vvi av po31 n1: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1211 Page 373
7579 Some good men have declined the ministery, being terrified both with the weight of the wo•k, some good men have declined the Ministry, being terrified both with the weight of the wo•k, d j n2 vhb vvn dt n1, vbg vvn av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1231 Page 381
7421 they may not speake their owne words, nor their owne sence, but the word which they bring, is or ought to be, what they have received, they may not speak their own words, nor their own sense, but the word which they bring, is or ought to be, what they have received, pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 d n2, ccx po32 d n1, cc-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, vbz cc vmd pc-acp vbi, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1211 Page 373
7422 or what Christ hath put into their mouthes, that's their duty. And the messengers of Christ are to speak his mind. or what christ hath put into their mouths, that's their duty. And the messengers of christ Are to speak his mind. cc r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po32 n2, d|vbz po32 n1. cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1211 Page 373
7423 First, Plainly (1 Cor: 2.4.) In the demonstration of the Spirit. Secondly, boldly, not flattering the persons, nor fearing the faces of men. First, Plainly (1 Cor: 2.4.) In the demonstration of the Spirit. Secondly, boldly, not flattering the Persons, nor fearing the faces of men. ord, av-j (vvd np1: crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. ord, av-j, xx vvg dt n2, ccx vvg dt n2 pp-f n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1212 Page 373
7424 Thirdly, They should speak authoritatively, though they beseech, and beg, and pray, yet they are to doe all as having a warrant for what they doe, Thirdly, They should speak authoritatively, though they beseech, and beg, and pray, yet they Are to do all as having a warrant for what they do, ord, pns32 vmd vvi av-j, c-acp pns32 vvb, cc vvi, cc vvb, av pns32 vbr pc-acp vdi d c-acp vhg dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1213 Page 373
7425 and as being cloathed with power from on high. and as being clothed with power from on high. cc a-acp vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp p-acp j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1213 Page 373
7426 If any man speak (saith the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4.11.) let him speak as the Oracles of God. If any man speak (Says the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4.11.) let him speak as the Oracles of God. cs d n1 vvi (vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd.) vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1213 Page 373
7427 As he is to speak the Oracles of God, so as the oracles of God. Some speak, who doe not speak the oracles of God, but their owne opinions. As he is to speak the Oracles of God, so as the oracles of God. some speak, who do not speak the oracles of God, but their own opinions. c-acp pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. d vvb, q-crq vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp po32 d n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1213 Page 373
7428 Others speak the oracles of God materially, that is, they deliver divine truths, yet they doe not speak them as the oracles of God, with that authority which becomes the Gospel; Others speak the oracles of God materially, that is, they deliver divine truths, yet they do not speak them as the oracles of God, with that Authority which becomes the Gospel; ng2-jn vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 av-jn, cst vbz, pns32 vvb j-jn n2, av pns32 vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1213 Page 373
7429 we say of some, They marr their tale in the telling; we say of Some, They mar their tale in the telling; pns12 vvb pp-f d, pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt vvg; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1213 Page 373
7430 Though they report, or tell the mind of him that sent them, yet they spoyle it in reporting it; Though they report, or tell the mind of him that sent them, yet they spoil it in reporting it; cs pns32 vvb, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno32, av pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp vvg pn31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1213 Page 373
7431 The Ministers of the Gospel spoyle their message, unlesse they report it plainly, boldly, and with Authority. The Ministers of the Gospel spoil their message, unless they report it plainly, boldly, and with authority. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvi po32 n1, cs pns32 vvb pn31 av-j, av-j, cc p-acp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1213 Page 373
7432 Thirdly, If Ministers be the messengers of Christ, surely then, they are to be heard, and their message is to be received; Thirdly, If Ministers be the messengers of christ, surely then, they Are to be herd, and their message is to be received; ord, cs n2 vbb dt n2 pp-f np1, av-j av, pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, cc po32 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1214 Page 373
7433 if God sends a messenger to us, shall we not open the doore to him? if a friend send a messenger to us, he takes it very ill (and well he may) if we doe not. if God sends a Messenger to us, shall we not open the door to him? if a friend send a Messenger to us, he Takes it very ill (and well he may) if we do not. cs np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno12, vmb pns12 xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31? cs dt n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vvz pn31 av av-jn (cc av pns31 vmb) cs pns12 vdb xx. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1214 Page 374
7434 'Tis below civility, 'tis an high affront to a man not to receive his message, what is it then to the most high God! How dreadfull is that woe which Christ pronounceth against such as refuse either his messengers, It's below civility, it's an high affront to a man not to receive his message, what is it then to the most high God! How dreadful is that woe which christ pronounceth against such as refuse either his messengers, pn31|vbz p-acp n1, pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1, r-crq vbz pn31 av p-acp dt av-ds j np1 c-crq j vbz d n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d c-acp vvi d po31 n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1214 Page 374
7435 or their message, ( Math: 10.14, 15.) Whosoever shall not receive you, nor heare your words; or their message, (Math: 10.14, 15.) Whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words; cc po32 n1, (np1: crd, crd) c-crq vmb xx vvi pn22, ccx vvb po22 n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1214 Page 374
7436 When ye depart out of that house or City, shake off the dust of your feete; When you depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet; c-crq pn22 vvb av pp-f d n1 cc n1, vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1214 Page 374
7437 Implying, that God would so shake them off, or esteeme them no more then the vilest dust. Implying, that God would so shake them off, or esteem them no more then the Vilest dust. vvg, cst np1 vmd av vvi pno32 a-acp, cc vvi pno32 av-dx dc cs dt js n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1214 Page 374
7438 Yea (as another Gospel hath it ( Mark 6.11.) implying, that as they had not received the testimony which his messengers bare of him, Yea (as Another Gospel hath it (Mark 6.11.) implying, that as they had not received the testimony which his messengers bore of him, uh (c-acp j-jn n1 vhz pn31 (vvb crd.) vvg, cst c-acp pns32 vhd xx vvn dt n1 r-crq po31 n2 j pp-f pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1214 Page 374
7439 so their dust should be kept as a testimony against them. so their dust should be kept as a testimony against them. av po32 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1214 Page 374
7519 so the Apostle argueth (1 Cor. 2. from 12, to 16.) As no man knoweth the mind of a man, so the Apostle argue (1 Cor. 2. from 12, to 16.) As no man Knoweth the mind of a man, av dt n1 vvz (vvd np1 crd p-acp crd, p-acp crd) p-acp dx n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7440 And lest the mischiefe threatned them in this aenigmatical or covert speech should not be understood, Christ himselfe expounds it in the next words, Verily, I say unto you, it shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of Judgement, then for that City. And lest the mischief threatened them in this enigmatical or covert speech should not be understood, christ himself expounds it in the next words, Verily, I say unto you, it shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of Judgement, then for that city. cc cs dt n1 vvd pno32 p-acp d j cc j n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, np1 px31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt ord n2, av-j, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pn31 vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1214 Page 374
7441 Further, 'Tis not enough barely to receive Christs Messengers, they must be received as the Messengers of Christ. Further, It's not enough barely to receive Christ Messengers, they must be received as the Messengers of christ. jc, pn31|vbz xx av-d av-j pc-acp vvi npg1 n2, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7442 Such a reception the Apostle found among the Galatians, (Chap. 4.14.) And my temptation (or daily affliction) which was in my flesh, ye despised not, Such a reception the Apostle found among the Galatians, (Chap. 4.14.) And my temptation (or daily affliction) which was in my Flesh, you despised not, d dt n1 dt n1 vvd p-acp dt np1, (np1 crd.) cc po11 n1 (cc j n1) r-crq vbds p-acp po11 n1, pn22 vvd xx, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7443 nor rejected, but received me as an Angell of God, even as Christ Jesus. nor rejected, but received me as an Angel of God, even as christ jesus. ccx vvn, cc-acp vvd pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av c-acp np1 np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7444 And what is said of the Messenger, is to be understood also of his message, both are to be received as from Christ. And what is said of the Messenger, is to be understood also of his message, both Are to be received as from christ. cc q-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f po31 n1, d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7445 How is that, you will say? Take it in these four words, First, when 'tis received gladly, (Acts 2.4.) It should be the joy of our hearts (the Psalmist calls it the joyfull sound, Ps. 89.15.) to hear a word from Christ. How is that, you will say? Take it in these four words, First, when it's received gladly, (Acts 2.4.) It should be the joy of our hearts (the Psalmist calls it the joyful found, Ps. 89.15.) to hear a word from christ. q-crq vbz d, pn22 vmb vvi? vvb pn31 p-acp d crd n2, ord, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn av-j, (n2 crd.) pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 (dt n1 vvz pn31 dt j n1, np1 crd.) pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7446 Secondly, when it is received reverently, and respectfully, as giving honour to the message and the Messenger for Christs sake. Secondly, when it is received reverently, and respectfully, as giving honour to the message and the Messenger for Christ sake. ord, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn av-j, cc j, c-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7447 Thirdly, when 'tis received obedientially, as submitting to the word; Thirdly, when it's received Obediently, as submitting to the word; ord, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn av-j, c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7448 else your respectfull, and joyfull receiving the message of Christ is but a complement, or piece of Courtship. Else your respectful, and joyful receiving the message of christ is but a compliment, or piece of Courtship. av po22 j, cc j vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7449 Fourthly, when their whole message is thus received, as Cornelius said to Peter (Acts 10.33.) We are all here present before God, to hear all things that are commanded thee of God. Fourthly, when their Whole message is thus received, as Cornelius said to Peter (Acts 10.33.) We Are all Here present before God, to hear all things that Are commanded thee of God. ord, c-crq po32 j-jn n1 vbz av vvn, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1 (n2 crd.) pns12 vbr d av j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vbr vvn pno21 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7450 We must receive not only those things that sute us well, but those things that are most crosse to our corrupt natures and interests, We must receive not only those things that suit us well, but those things that Are most cross to our corrupt nature's and interests, pns12 vmb vvi xx av-j d n2 cst vvi pno12 av, cc-acp d n2 cst vbr av-ds j p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7451 whether of worldly profit or pleasure; this is to receive the Messengers and messages of Jesus Christ, as his. whither of worldly profit or pleasure; this is to receive the Messengers and messages of jesus christ, as his. cs pp-f j n1 cc n1; d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 np1, c-acp png31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 374
7452 If there be a Messenger, An Interpreter. That's a second stile, or Title given to the man sent to the sick sinner; If there be a Messenger, an Interpreter. That's a second style, or Title given to the man sent to the sick sinner; cs pc-acp vbi dt n1, dt n1. d|vbz dt ord n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1215 Page 375
7453 The Hebrew word here rendred an Interpreter, cometh from a root signifying sweetnesse, or to sweeten. The Hebrew word Here rendered an Interpreter, comes from a root signifying sweetness, or to sweeten. dt njp n1 av vvn dt n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 vvg n1, cc pc-acp vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1216 Page 375
7454 Some conceive the Latine word (Mel) for honey hath its originall from it, some conceive the Latin word (Mel) for honey hath its original from it, d vvb dt jp n1 (np1) p-acp n1 vhz po31 j-jn p-acp pn31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1216 Page 375
7455 because the message, or interpretation that comes from God should be sweet, as honey to us; Because the message, or Interpretation that comes from God should be sweet, as honey to us; c-acp dt n1, cc n1 cst vvz p-acp np1 vmd vbi j, c-acp n1 p-acp pno12; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1216 Page 375
7456 David professeth, The word of God is sweeter then honey, and the hony-comb, (Psal. 19.10.) As if he had said, 'tis sweeter to the soul then that which is sweetest to sense. David Professes, The word of God is Sweeten then honey, and the honeycomb, (Psalm 19.10.) As if he had said, it's Sweeten to the soul then that which is Sweetest to sense. np1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz jc cs n1, cc dt n1, (np1 crd.) p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn31|vbz jc p-acp dt n1 av cst r-crq vbz js p-acp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1216 Page 375
7457 Now, the messenger sent from God, is called an interpreter, because he is sent to interpret and declare the mind of God to his people. Now, the Messenger sent from God, is called an interpreter, Because he is sent to interpret and declare the mind of God to his people. av, dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, vbz vvn dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1216 Page 375
7458 Mr. Broughton renders, A Teacher. The word interpreter may be taken three wayes. First, For any one that interpreteth tongues or languages. Mr. Broughton renders, A Teacher. The word interpreter may be taken three ways. First, For any one that interpreteth tongues or languages. n1 np1 vvz, dt n1. dt n1 n1 vmb vbi vvn crd n2. ord, c-acp d pi cst vvz n2 cc n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1216 Page 375
7459 Thus 'tis said ( Gen. 42.23.) Joseph spake to his brethren by an interpreter, they ('tis like) did not understand the Egyptian language, Thus it's said (Gen. 42.23.) Joseph spoke to his brothers by an interpreter, they (it's like) did not understand the Egyptian language, av pn31|vbz vvd (np1 crd.) np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 (pn31|vbz j) vdd xx vvi dt jp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1217 Page 375
7460 and he either for state, or to conceale himself the better, would not seem to understand theirs. and he either for state, or to conceal himself the better, would not seem to understand theirs. cc pns31 d p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi px31 dt jc, vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi png32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1217 Page 375
7461 Secondly, There is an interpreter of misteries as well as of languages. Secondly, There is an interpreter of Mysteres as well as of languages. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp av c-acp pp-f n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1218 Page 375
7462 Many things spoken in our own language may need an interpreter more then the words of a strange language. Many things spoken in our own language may need an interpreter more then the words of a strange language. av-d n2 vvn p-acp po12 d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 av-dc cs dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1218 Page 375
7463 We read ( Prov. 1.6.) of a Parable, and the interpretation of it. Parables are wise, but hard and dark sayings, they need an interpreter. We read (Curae 1.6.) of a Parable, and the Interpretation of it. Parables Are wise, but hard and dark sayings, they need an interpreter. pns12 vvb (np1 crd.) pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. n2 vbr j, cc-acp av-j cc j n2-vvg, pns32 vvb dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1218 Page 375
7464 The Gospel is a mystery, and he that can expound and declare the mysteries of the Gospel is an interpreter indeed. The Gospel is a mystery, and he that can expound and declare the Mysteres of the Gospel is an interpreter indeed. dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc pns31 cst vmb vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1218 Page 375
7465 Thirdly, The word interpreter is taken in a larger sence, for any person that interposeth between two, Thirdly, The word interpreter is taken in a larger sense, for any person that interposeth between two, ord, dt n1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp crd, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1219 Page 375
7466 or that indeavours the setling of any matter in difference, either between God and man, or that endeavours the settling of any matter in difference, either between God and man, cc d vvz dt vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, av-d p-acp np1 cc n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1219 Page 375
7467 or between man and man; ( Isa. 43.27.) Thy Teachers (we put in the Margin interpreters) have transgressed against me. or between man and man; (Isaiah 43.27.) Thy Teachers (we put in the Margin Interpreters) have transgressed against me. cc p-acp n1 cc n1; (np1 crd.) po21 ng1 (pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 n2) vhb vvn p-acp pno11. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1219 Page 375
7468 As if he had said, they who as Mediators should have prayed for thee to me, As if he had said, they who as Mediators should have prayed for thee to me, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns32 r-crq p-acp n2 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp pno11, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1219 Page 375
7469 and have declared my will to thee, are themselves depraved. Further, We may distinguish of a threefold interpreter. and have declared my will to thee, Are themselves depraved. Further, We may distinguish of a threefold interpreter. cc vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp pno21, vbr px32 vvn. jc, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1219 Page 375
7470 First, a grammaticall interpreter, whose business is to give the sence of words. Secondly, a logicall interpreter, who gathers up the meaning, scope and mind of any sentence, First, a Grammatical interpreter, whose business is to give the sense of words. Secondly, a logical interpreter, who gathers up the meaning, scope and mind of any sentence, ord, dt j n1, rg-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2. ord, dt j n1, r-crq vvz a-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 375
7471 or the purpose of man in what he speaketh. or the purpose of man in what he speaks. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 375
7472 Thirdly, there is the divine of spirituall interpreter, who labours to bring the truths of God, Thirdly, there is the divine of spiritual interpreter, who labours to bring the truths of God, ord, pc-acp vbz dt j-jn pp-f j n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7473 and the heart of man together. and the heart of man together. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7474 The Apostle having treated about prophecying, concludes (1 Cor. 14.25.) And thus are the secrets of his heart made manifest, The Apostle having treated about prophesying, concludes (1 Cor. 14.25.) And thus Are the secrets of his heart made manifest, dt np1 vhg vvn p-acp vvg, vvz (vvd np1 crd.) cc av vbr dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1 vvd j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7475 and so falling down on his face he will worship God, and report that God is in you of a truth; and so falling down on his face he will worship God, and report that God is in you of a truth; cc av vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vmb vvi np1, cc n1 cst np1 vbz p-acp pn22 pp-f dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7476 as if the man that beleeved not, or one unlearned (for of such he speaks, vers. 24.) had said, as if the man that believed not, or one unlearned (for of such he speaks, vers. 24.) had said, c-acp cs dt n1 cst vvd xx, cc crd j (c-acp pp-f d pns31 vvz, fw-la. crd) vhd vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7477 surely these men understand what is in my heart, for they have brought the truth of God, surely these men understand what is in my heart, for they have brought the truth of God, av-j d n2 vvi r-crq vbz p-acp po11 n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7478 and my heart together, so that I must confesse God is in them, that is, there is a divine wisdome or interpretation in them. and my heart together, so that I must confess God is in them, that is, there is a divine Wisdom or Interpretation in them. cc po11 n1 av, av cst pns11 vmb vvi np1 vbz p-acp pno32, cst vbz, a-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7479 When Elihu faith, If there be an interpreter, we are to understand him in this last sence; When Elihu faith, If there be an interpreter, we Are to understand him in this last sense; c-crq np1 n1, cs pc-acp vbi dt n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d ord n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7480 not of one that can interpret words, like a Grammarian, or give the scope and sence of words like a Logician, not of one that can interpret words, like a Grammarian, or give the scope and sense of words like a Logician, xx pp-f pi cst vmb vvi n2, av-j dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 av-j dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7481 but of one that hath a divine skill to bring the truths of God home to the heart of man, that is, to convince & informe an ignorant conscience, but of one that hath a divine skill to bring the truths of God home to the heart of man, that is, to convince & inform an ignorant conscience, cc-acp pp-f pi cst vhz dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 av-an p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7482 and to comfort, relieve and support a troubled conscience. If there be an interpreter, Hence note. and to Comfort, relieve and support a troubled conscience. If there be an interpreter, Hence note. cc pc-acp vvi, vvi cc vvi dt j-vvn n1. cs pc-acp vbi dt n1, av vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1220 Page 376
7483 The Ministers of Christ are the interpreters of the mind and good will of God toward poor sinners. The Ministers of christ Are the Interpreters of the mind and good will of God towards poor Sinners. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1221 Page 376
7484 They interpret the mind of God as to peace and reconciliation, as to grace and salvation, They interpret the mind of God as to peace and reconciliation, as to grace and salvation, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 376
7485 as well as to duty and holiness of conversation. as well as to duty and holiness of Conversation. c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 376
7486 'Tis the nicest and hardest thing in the world to interpret the mind of God aright to a sinner, to bring his heart to a closing with the great truths, and promises of the Gospel; It's the nicest and Hardest thing in the world to interpret the mind of God aright to a sinner, to bring his heart to a closing with the great truths, and promises of the Gospel; pn31|vbz dt js cc js n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 376
7487 he that can doe this skilfully is worthy the name of an interpreter. he that can do this skilfully is worthy the name of an interpreter. pns31 cst vmb vdi d av-j vbz j dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 376
7488 The Apostle saith of him who is but a babe in Christ and useth milke (that is, lives upon the lower and more easie principles of faith) he is unskillfull in the word of righteousnesse (Heb. 5.13.) that is, he knowes not how to make out and mannage for his own comfort the doctrine of free grace through the alone righteousness of Jesus Christ. The Apostle Says of him who is but a babe in christ and uses milk (that is, lives upon the lower and more easy principles of faith) he is unskillful in the word of righteousness (Hebrew 5.13.) that is, he knows not how to make out and manage for his own Comfort the Doctrine of free grace through the alone righteousness of jesus christ. dt n1 vvz pp-f pno31 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc vvz n1 (cst vbz, vvz p-acp dt jc cc av-dc j n2 pp-f n1) pns31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (np1 crd.) cst vbz, pns31 vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi av cc vvi p-acp po31 d n1 dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 376
7489 And therefore, as first, God himself is the author and fountaine of this grace; And Therefore, as First, God himself is the author and fountain of this grace; cc av, c-acp ord, np1 px31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 376
7490 as secondly, Jesus Christ is the purchaser or procurer of the fruits of this grace to sinners; as secondly, jesus christ is the purchaser or procurer of the fruits of this grace to Sinners; c-acp ord, np1 np1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 376
7491 as thirdly, the effectuall worker of our hearts to receive this grace, as also the witness-bearer and sealer of it to our souls is the holy Spirit; as Thirdly, the effectual worker of our hearts to receive this grace, as also the witness-bearer and sealer of it to our Souls is the holy Spirit; c-acp ord, dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1, c-acp av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n2 vbz dt j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 376
7492 as fourthly, the word of the Gospell is the Charter, and Covenant of this grace: so fifthly, the Ministers of Christ are the interpreters of this grace; as fourthly, the word of the Gospel is the Charter, and Covenant of this grace: so fifthly, the Ministers of christ Are the Interpreters of this grace; c-acp j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1: av ord, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 376
7493 and they are, or ought to be skillfull in this word of righteousness. and they Are, or ought to be skilful in this word of righteousness. cc pns32 vbr, cc pi pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7494 Their skill and duty is first to explaine what the Covenant is, and rightly to lay down how the sinners reconciliation to God is wrought. Their skill and duty is First to explain what the Covenant is, and rightly to lay down how the Sinners reconciliation to God is wrought. po32 n1 cc n1 vbz ord pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 vbz, cc av-jn pc-acp vvi a-acp c-crq dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1 vbz vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7495 Secondly, to make a sutable and seasonable application of it, or to bring it home to the souls and consciences of poor sinners, Secondly, to make a suitable and seasonable application of it, or to bring it home to the Souls and Consciences of poor Sinners, ord, pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 av-an p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7496 as they find their state to be. as they find their state to be. c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n1 pc-acp vbi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7497 And as the Ministers of Christ are Gods interpreters to his people, so they are the peoples interpreters unto God. And as the Ministers of christ Are God's Interpreters to his people, so they Are the peoples Interpreters unto God. cc c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr n2 n2 p-acp po31 n1, av pns32 vbr dt ng1 n2 p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7498 They are the former, two wayes; First, by opening the mind of God to his people; They Are the former, two ways; First, by opening the mind of God to his people; pns32 vbr dt j, crd n2; ord, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7499 Secondly, by urging and pressing them to receive it both for their direction and consolation. They are the latter four wayes: Secondly, by urging and pressing them to receive it both for their direction and consolation. They Are the latter four ways: ord, p-acp vvg cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31 d p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. pns32 vbr dt d crd n2: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7500 First, by laying open and spreading the peoples wants, and weaknesses before God. Secondly, by confessing their sins, and transgressions to God. First, by laying open and spreading the peoples Wants, and Weaknesses before God. Secondly, by confessing their Sins, and transgressions to God. ord, p-acp vvg j cc j-vvg dt ng1 n2, cc n2 p-acp np1. ord, p-acp vvg po32 n2, cc n2 p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7501 Thirdly, by intreating the Lord for them, or by praying for mercy, pardon, and forgiveness in their behalfe, for sins committed. Thirdly, by entreating the Lord for them, or by praying for mercy, pardon, and forgiveness in their behalf, for Sins committed. ord, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp vvg p-acp n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp n2 vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7502 Fourthly, by giving thanks in their name for mercies received. Thus they are first, Gods mouth to the people in preaching & declaring the Gospel; Fourthly, by giving thanks in their name for Mercies received. Thus they Are First, God's Mouth to the people in preaching & declaring the Gospel; ord, p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2 vvn. av pns32 vbr ord, npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7503 Secondly, the peoples mouth to God in prayer and thanksgiving. And in both performe the worke and Office of an interpreter. Secondly, the peoples Mouth to God in prayer and thanksgiving. And in both perform the work and Office of an interpreter. ord, dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1. cc p-acp d vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1222 Page 377
7504 And if the Ministers of the Gospell are interpreters; Then, First, Every Minister must be acquainted with the mind of God. And if the Ministers of the Gospel Are Interpreters; Then, First, Every Minister must be acquainted with the mind of God. cc cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n2; av, ord, d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1223 Page 377
7505 He must have skill in the mystery of the Gospel. He must have skill in the mystery of the Gospel. pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1224 Page 377
7506 How shall he be able to interpret the mind of God to sinners, who is not acquainted with the mind of God? We have the mind of Christ (saith the Apostle of himselfe and his fellow-labourers in the Gospel (1 Cor. 2.16.) and when he saith, we have the mind of Christ, his meaning is not only this, that they had the mind of Christ written in a book, How shall he be able to interpret the mind of God to Sinners, who is not acquainted with the mind of God? We have the mind of christ (Says the Apostle of himself and his Fellow-labourers in the Gospel (1 Cor. 2.16.) and when he Says, we have the mind of christ, his meaning is not only this, that they had the mind of christ written in a book, q-crq vmb pns31 vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvz dt n1 pp-f px31 cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 (vvd np1 crd.) cc c-crq pns31 vvz, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 vbz xx av-j d, cst pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1224 Page 377
7507 but they had a cleare understanding of it, and so were fitted to interpret it to others. but they had a clear understanding of it, and so were fitted to interpret it to Others. cc-acp pns32 vhd dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc av vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n2-jn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1224 Page 377
7508 Secondly, As he must have the knowledge of the mystery, so he must have the tongue of the learned ( Isa. 50.4.) That he may be able to speak a word in season to him that is weary; Secondly, As he must have the knowledge of the mystery, so he must have the tongue of the learned (Isaiah 50.4.) That he may be able to speak a word in season to him that is weary; ord, c-acp pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt j (np1 crd.) cst pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cst vbz j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 377
7509 that is, to the wounded, and troubled in conscience; that is, to the wounded, and troubled in conscience; cst vbz, p-acp dt j-vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 377
7510 This is the interpreter intended by Elihu. He is one that hath learned, and is taught of God. This is the interpreter intended by Elihu. He is one that hath learned, and is taught of God. d vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp np1. pns31 vbz pi cst vhz vvn, cc vbz vvn pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 377
7511 Humane learning, the knowledge of Arts, and Sciences, is good, and hath its use; Humane learning, the knowledge of Arts, and Sciences, is good, and hath its use; j n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, vbz j, cc vhz po31 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 377
7512 but divine learning, or learning in divine things, that is to be divinely learned, ('tis possible for one to have learning in divine things, but divine learning, or learning in divine things, that is to be divinely learned, (it's possible for one to have learning in divine things, cc-acp j-jn n1, cc vvg p-acp j-jn n2, cst vbz pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn, (pn31|vbz j p-acp pi pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp j-jn n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 377
7513 and not to be divinely learned) is absolutely necessary to make him an interpreter. and not to be divinely learned) is absolutely necessary to make him an interpreter. cc xx pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn) vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 377
7514 It is not enough to know divine things, but he must know them divinely, or by the unction and teachings of the Spirit. It is not enough to know divine things, but he must know them divinely, or by the unction and teachings of the Spirit. pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av-jn, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7515 The Apostle John (Rev: 10.8.) is commanded to eat the book; this eating of the book, signifieth the spirituall knowledg of divine truths; The Apostle John (Rev: 10.8.) is commanded to eat the book; this eating of the book, signifies the spiritual knowledge of divine truths; dt n1 np1 (np1: crd.) vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1; d n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vvz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7516 in this sence, we know no more then we eat, then we (as it were) turn into our own substance, that which is eaten becomes one with us; in this sense, we know no more then we eat, then we (as it were) turn into our own substance, that which is eaten becomes one with us; p-acp d n1, pns12 vvb av-dx dc cs pns12 vvb, cs pns12 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvi p-acp po12 d n1, cst r-crq vbz vvn vvz pi p-acp pno12; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7517 the mystery of the Gospell must be eaten by the interpreter of Gospell mysteries. A man cannot interpret the mind of God till he knows it; the mystery of the Gospel must be eaten by the interpreter of Gospel Mysteres. A man cannot interpret the mind of God till he knows it; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n2. dt n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pns31 vvz pn31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7520 but the spirit of a man that is in him, so the things of the spirit of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of a man that is in him, so the things of the Spirit of God Knoweth no man, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31, av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dx n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7521 but the spirit of God, and he to whom the Spirit of God doth reveale them. but the Spirit of God, and he to whom the Spirit of God does reveal them. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns31 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi pno32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7522 And therefore though a man may have an abillity to interpret the word of God, And Therefore though a man may have an ability to interpret the word of God, cc av cs dt n1 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7523 as 'tis an excellent book, a book full of admirable knowledge, he may (I say) have an abillity to interpret it soundly by humane learning, as it's an excellent book, a book full of admirable knowledge, he may (I say) have an ability to interpret it soundly by humane learning, c-acp pn31|vbz dt j n1, dt n1 j pp-f j n1, pns31 vmb (pns11 vvb) vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j p-acp j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7524 yet no man can doe it savingly and convertingly, but by the help of the Spirit. ( Psal. 25.14.) The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him, yet no man can do it savingly and convertingly, but by the help of the Spirit. (Psalm 25.14.) The secret of the Lord is with them that Fear him, av dx n1 vmb vdi pn31 av-vvg cc av-vvg, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (np1 crd.) dt n-jn pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7525 and he will shew them his Covenant; he will shew it effectually, he will make them know it. and he will show them his Covenant; he will show it effectually, he will make them know it. cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 po31 n1; pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av-j, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 vvi pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7526 Thus David prayed ( Psal. 119.18.) Lord open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wonderous things out of thy Law. Thus David prayed (Psalm 119.18.) Lord open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy Law. av np1 vvd (np1 crd.) n1 vvb pns21 po11 n2, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n2 av pp-f po21 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7527 Naturall parts and humane learning, arts and languages may give us an understanding of the tenour and literal meaning of the Law of God; Natural parts and humane learning, arts and languages may give us an understanding of the tenor and literal meaning of the Law of God; j n2 cc j n1, n2 cc n2 vmb vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7528 but none of these can open our eyes to behold the wonders of the Law, much lesse the wonders and mysteries of the Gospell. but none of these can open our eyes to behold the wonders of the Law, much less the wonders and Mysteres of the Gospel. cc-acp pix pp-f d vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-d av-dc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7529 The opening of our eyes to behold these spirituall wonders is the Lords work, and it should be marvelous in our eyes. The opening of our eyes to behold these spiritual wonders is the lords work, and it should be marvelous in our eyes. dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi d j n2 vbz dt ng1 n1, cc pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp po12 n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7530 For this opening of the eye (and nothing without this) will make any man the most ignorant man among a thousand, An Interpreter One among a thousand. For this opening of the eye (and nothing without this) will make any man the most ignorant man among a thousand, an Interpreter One among a thousand. p-acp d n-vvg pp-f dt n1 (cc pix p-acp d) vmb vvi d n1 dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt crd, dt n1 crd p-acp dt crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1225 Page 378
7531 These words containe either a third higher Title, or the highest commendation of the former two. These words contain either a third higher Title, or the highest commendation of the former two. d n2 vvi d dt ord av-jc n1, cc dt js n1 pp-f dt j crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 378
7532 A messenger, an interpreter, even such a one as is one among a thousand; One is no number, A Messenger, an interpreter, even such a one as is one among a thousand; One is no number, dt n1, dt n1, av d dt pi a-acp vbz pi p-acp dt crd; crd vbz dx n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 378
7533 and a thousand is put for the greatest number; and a thousand is put for the greatest number; cc dt crd vbz vvn p-acp dt js n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 378
7534 then one among a thousand, or one of a thousand, implyeth that the one here spoken of is a very rare one; then one among a thousand, or one of a thousand, Implies that the one Here spoken of is a very rare one; av pi p-acp dt crd, cc crd pp-f dt crd, vvz cst dt pi av vvn pp-f vbz dt av j pi; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 378
7535 only he that is seldome seen, or found, is one among a thousand; Solomon saith ( Eccl: 7.24.) One man among a thousand have I found, only he that is seldom seen, or found, is one among a thousand; Solomon Says (Ecclesiastes: 7.24.) One man among a thousand have I found, av-j pns31 cst vbz av vvn, cc vvd, vbz pi p-acp dt crd; np1 vvz (np1: crd.) crd n1 p-acp dt crd vhb pns11 vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7536 but a woman among all those have I not found. but a woman among all those have I not found. cc-acp dt n1 p-acp d d vhb pns11 xx vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7537 There were very few wise or good men among many when he found but one among a thousand. There were very few wise or good men among many when he found but one among a thousand. a-acp vbdr av d j cc j n2 p-acp d c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp crd p-acp dt crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7538 He might find men in great number, but the number of those that deserved to be called men was very small, He might find men in great number, but the number of those that deserved to be called men was very small, pns31 vmd vvi n2 p-acp j n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvd pc-acp vbi vvn n2 vbds av j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7539 so small, that he saith he found but one among a thousand. so small, that he Says he found but one among a thousand. av j, cst pns31 vvz pns31 vvd p-acp crd p-acp dt crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7540 So that here when Elihu calls the interpreter One among a thousand, he teacheth us that such a messenger, such an interpreter is rarely to be had, So that Here when Elihu calls the interpreter One among a thousand, he Teaches us that such a Messenger, such an interpreter is rarely to be had, av cst av c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 crd p-acp dt crd, pns31 vvz pno12 d d dt n1, d dt n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vhn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7541 or being had is a very rare and excellent one. or being had is a very rare and excellent one. cc vbg vhn vbz dt av j cc j pi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7542 'Tis a proverbiall speech, with an hyperbole, to say of any man, he is one among a thousand; for though we are not to take it arithmetically or strictly, It's a proverbial speech, with an hyperbole, to say of any man, he is one among a thousand; for though we Are not to take it arithmetically or strictly, pn31|vbz dt j n1, p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1, pns31 vbz pi p-acp dt crd; p-acp cs pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j cc av-j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7543 yet one being no number, must needs signifie very few, or the smallest number, and a thousand being the greatest whole number must needs signifie many, very many or a great number. yet one being no number, must needs signify very few, or the Smallest number, and a thousand being the greatest Whole number must needs signify many, very many or a great number. av crd vbg dx n1, vmb av vvi av d, cc dt js n1, cc dt crd vbg dt js j-jn n1 vmb av vvi d, av d cc dt j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7544 And therefore to say of this interpreter, he is one among a thousand, must needs import, that even among a thousand men, we can hardly find one who hath a faculty or a competency for this office, And Therefore to say of this interpreter, he is one among a thousand, must needs import, that even among a thousand men, we can hardly find one who hath a faculty or a competency for this office, cc av pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1, pns31 vbz pi p-acp dt crd, vmb av vvi, cst av p-acp dt crd n2, pns12 vmb av vvi pi r-crq vhz dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7545 or is fit to be honoured and adorned with this Title, An interpreter. Hence note. True and faithfull interpreters of the mind of God are very rare. or is fit to be honoured and adorned with this Title, an interpreter. Hence note. True and faithful Interpreters of the mind of God Are very rare. cc vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, dt n1. av vvi. j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr av j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1226 Page 379
7546 He is a rare and choyce man that is pickt out of a thousand men. He is a rare and choice man that is picked out of a thousand men. pns31 vbz dt j cc j n1 cst vbz vvn av pp-f dt crd n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 379
7547 The faithfull messengers and interpreters of the mind of Christ, are rare under a twofold notion; The faithful messengers and Interpreters of the mind of christ, Are rare under a twofold notion; dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr j p-acp dt j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 379
7548 First, as being precious and of great worth and use. Such are the light of the world, and the salt of the earth; First, as being precious and of great worth and use. Such Are the Light of the world, and the salt of the earth; ord, c-acp vbg j cc pp-f j n1 cc n1. d vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 379
7549 The minds of all men would be darke, and their manners corrupt, if God did not send out these interpreters to inlighten and to season them. The minds of all men would be dark, and their manners corrupt, if God did not send out these Interpreters to inlighten and to season them. dt n2 pp-f d n2 vmd vbi j, cc po32 n2 vvi, cs np1 vdd xx vvi av d n2 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pno32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 379
7550 Secondly, they are rare as not being every where to be had or met with; what is hardly had is highly prized. Secondly, they Are rare as not being every where to be had or met with; what is hardly had is highly prized. ord, pns32 vbr j c-acp xx vbg d c-crq pc-acp vbi vhd cc vvn p-acp; q-crq vbz av vhn vbz av-j vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 379
7551 It is said (1 Sam. 3.1.) The word of God was precious in those dayes, why so? the reason is added, there was no open vision, there were not such frequent manifestations of the mind of God, as had been formerly; It is said (1 Sam. 3.1.) The word of God was precious in those days, why so? the reason is added, there was no open vision, there were not such frequent manifestations of the mind of God, as had been formerly; pn31 vbz vvd (vvd np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp d n2, uh-crq av? dt n1 vbz vvn, a-acp vbds dx j n1, a-acp vbdr xx d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp vhd vbn av-j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 379
7552 there were few Prophets few Interpreters to be found in those dayes. there were few prophets few Interpreters to be found in those days. pc-acp vbdr d n2 d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 379
7553 The true and faithfull messengers or interpreters of the mind of God, are rare at all times, in what numbers soever they appear, The true and faithful messengers or Interpreters of the mind of God, Are rare At all times, in what numbers soever they appear, dt j cc j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr j p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq n2 av pns32 vvb, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 379
7554 though they come like an Army by thousands, though (as is said, Psal. 68.11.) God giving the word great be the company (we put in the Margin Army) of those that publish it, or (as the old translation hath it) great be the Company of the Preachers. though they come like an Army by thousands, though (as is said, Psalm 68.11.) God giving the word great be the company (we put in the Margin Army) of those that publish it, or (as the old Translation hath it) great be the Company of the Preachers. cs pns32 vvb av-j dt n1 p-acp crd, cs (c-acp vbz vvn, np1 crd.) np1 vvg dt n1 j vbi dt n1 (pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 n1) pp-f d cst vvb pn31, cc (c-acp dt j n1 vhz pn31) j vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7555 They are rare, also, because not to be had at some times and in many places. They Are rare, also, Because not to be had At Some times and in many places. pns32 vbr j, av, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7556 Look over the times or ages of the world, and you will find some of them were dark times, dayes of ignorance, there were few interpreters; Look over the times or ages of the world, and you will find Some of them were dark times, days of ignorance, there were few Interpreters; n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi d pp-f pno32 vbdr j n2, n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbdr d n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7557 look at any time or at this time over many parts and places of the world, look At any time or At this time over many parts and places of the world, vvb p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7558 and you shall find such interpreters are not to be found in the greatest part, in the most places of it. and you shall find such Interpreters Are not to be found in the greatest part, in the most places of it. cc pn22 vmb vvi d n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1, p-acp dt ds n2 pp-f pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7559 Not one to be had in some whole countries and huge tracts of the earth. Not one to be had in Some Whole countries and huge tracts of the earth. xx pi pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp d j-jn n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7560 Goe to all the Heathen and Mahometan nations, and you shall not find one of these messengers, or interpreters; Go to all the Heathen and Mahometan Nations, and you shall not find one of these messengers, or Interpreters; vvb p-acp d dt j-jn cc np1 n2, cc pn22 vmb xx vvi crd pp-f d n2, cc n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7561 goe to Greece, which anciently engrossed all knowledge, and was famous for all sorts of learning, go to Greece, which anciently engrossed all knowledge, and was famous for all sorts of learning, vvb p-acp np1, r-crq av-jn vvn d n1, cc vbds j p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7562 yet an interpreter is scarcely to be found there in these dayes. yet an interpreter is scarcely to be found there in these days. av dt n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7563 Goe to the popish nations, though they bear the name of Christ, and abound with learned men, men learned in the knowledg not only of common Arts and Sciences, Go to the popish Nations, though they bear the name of christ, and abound with learned men, men learned in the knowledge not only of Common Arts and Sciences, vvb p-acp dt j n2, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp j n2, n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 xx av-j pp-f j n2 cc n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7564 but in divinity and the Scriptures; but in divinity and the Scriptures; cc-acp p-acp n1 cc dt n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7565 yet in the sence here spoken of they have not many interpreters, the most being such as pervert and wrest the Scriptures, yet in the sense Here spoken of they have not many Interpreters, the most being such as pervert and wrest the Scriptures, av p-acp dt n1 av vvn pp-f pns32 vhb xx d n2, dt av-ds n1 d c-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7566 and lead the people into errour, rather the messengers of Antichrist, then of Christ; Satans emissaries, then Gods interpreters. and led the people into error, rather the messengers of Antichrist, then of christ; Satan emissaries, then God's Interpreters. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, av-c dt n2 pp-f np1, av pp-f np1; npg1 n2, cs npg1 n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7567 So then, if we consider, that several parts and countries of the world are quite without, they have none, So then, if we Consider, that several parts and countries of the world Are quite without, they have none, av av, cs pns12 vvb, cst j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av p-acp, pns32 vhb pix, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7568 and others are filled with false teachers & interpreters of the word of God, which are worse then none, we must conclude an interpreter is one of a thousand, and Others Are filled with false Teachers & Interpreters of the word of God, which Are Worse then none, we must conclude an interpreter is one of a thousand, cc n2-jn vbr vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr jc cs pix, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 vbz pi pp-f dt crd, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1228 Page 380
7569 Again, If we turne our eyes to those parts of the world, where there are many sound, orthodox, faithfull messengers and interpreters of the word of God (with which blessing this nation (above many, Again, If we turn our eyes to those parts of the world, where there Are many found, orthodox, faithful messengers and Interpreters of the word of God (with which blessing this Nation (above many, av, cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbr d j, n1, j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 (p-acp r-crq n1 d n1 (p-acp d, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1229 Page 380
7570 if I say not above all) hath been crowned for a hundred years together; if I say not above all) hath been crowned for a hundred Years together; cs pns11 vvb xx p-acp d) vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt crd n2 av; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1229 Page 380
7571 England as Jerusalem of old ( Isa. 21.1.) may well be called a valley of vision, a seminary of seers, because of that abundance and variety of visions and divine revelations which God hath stored us with in these latter ages) yet (I say) even here as in all other the best reformed Protestant Churches and christian nations, England as Jerusalem of old (Isaiah 21.1.) may well be called a valley of vision, a seminary of seers, Because of that abundance and variety of visions and divine revelations which God hath stored us with in these latter ages) yet (I say) even Here as in all other the best reformed Protestant Churches and christian Nations, np1 p-acp np1 pp-f j (np1 crd.) vmb av vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc j-jn n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp p-acp d d n2) av (pns11 vvb) av av c-acp p-acp d n-jn dt js vvn n1 n2 cc njp n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1229 Page 380
7572 an interpreter may be called one of a thousand; and that in a twofold reference. an interpreter may be called one of a thousand; and that in a twofold Referente. dt n1 vmb vbi vvn crd pp-f dt crd; cc cst p-acp dt j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1229 Page 380
7573 First, If we consider, the whole body of any reformed nation, Ministers are but few compared to all the people, they are hardly so much as one of a thousand, throughout that whole nation; First, If we Consider, the Whole body of any reformed Nation, Ministers Are but few compared to all the people, they Are hardly so much as one of a thousand, throughout that Whole Nation; ord, cs pns12 vvb, dt j-jn n1 pp-f d vvn n1, n2 vbr p-acp d vvn p-acp d dt n1, pns32 vbr av av av-d c-acp crd pp-f dt crd, p-acp d j-jn n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1230 Page 380
7574 there are but few who give themselves up to the work of the Ministry. there Are but few who give themselves up to the work of the Ministry. pc-acp vbr p-acp d r-crq vvb px32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1230 Page 380
7575 Few that dedicate themselves to Christs service in publishing the Gospel, for the saving of souls; Few that dedicate themselves to Christ service in publishing the Gospel, for the Saving of Souls; d cst vvb px32 pc-acp npg1 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1230 Page 381
7576 there is (I say) but one of a thousand that is dedicated to that work. there is (I say) but one of a thousand that is dedicated to that work. pc-acp vbz (pns11 vvb) p-acp crd pp-f dt crd cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1230 Page 381
7577 For First, Most are unwilling to meddle wsth that calling, because of the laboriousness of it; For First, Most Are unwilling to meddle wsth that calling, Because of the laboriousness of it; p-acp ord, av-ds vbr j pc-acp vvi n1 cst vvg, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1231 Page 381
7578 interpreters are they who labour in the word and doctrine, and not only so, but they must give a strict account to Christ of their labours. Interpreters Are they who labour in the word and Doctrine, and not only so, but they must give a strict account to christ of their labours. n2 vbr pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc xx av-j av, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1 pp-f po32 n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1231 Page 381
7580 and the strictness of the account, and doubtless (were we duely sensible) it might make the ablest Ministers tremble every hour of the day, to think what a burden of care and account lyeth upon them, who are set to watch over souls. and the strictness of the account, and doubtless (were we duly sensible) it might make the Ablest Ministers tremble every hour of the day, to think what a burden of care and account lies upon them, who Are Set to watch over Souls. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av-j (vbdr pns12 av-jn j) pn31 vmd vvi dt js n2 vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pno32, r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1231 Page 381
7581 Secondly, Others will not enter into this calling, because as the labour is great, and the account strict, Secondly, Others will not enter into this calling, Because as the labour is great, and the account strict, ord, ng2-jn vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1, c-acp c-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc dt n1 j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1232 Page 381
7582 so the reward, as from man, is small; it doth not lead to riches, and greatness in the World, comparatively with other callings; so the reward, as from man, is small; it does not led to riches, and greatness in the World, comparatively with other callings; av dt n1, c-acp p-acp n1, vbz j; pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp n2, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp j-jn n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1232 Page 381
7583 though there be a comfortable competence allowed to the Ministers of the Gospel, yet there is not much of the world to be expected by them, though there be a comfortable competence allowed to the Ministers of the Gospel, yet there is not much of the world to be expected by them, cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av pc-acp vbz xx d pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1232 Page 381
7584 yea they are charged not to look for much, or not to doe their worke for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind (1 Pet. 5.2.) yea they Are charged not to look for much, or not to do their work for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind (1 Pet. 5.2.) uh pns32 vbr vvn xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cc xx pc-acp vdi po32 n1 p-acp j n1, cc-acp pp-f dt j n1 (crd np1 crd.) (17) chapter (DIV2) 1232 Page 381
7585 Thirdly, As the reward is small, so the opposition is great, Ministers are often persecuted, Thirdly, As the reward is small, so the opposition is great, Ministers Are often persecuted, ord, c-acp dt n1 vbz j, av dt n1 vbz j, n2 vbr av vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1233 Page 381
7586 and reproacht, and the more faithfull and dilligent they are, the more they are opposed and reproached. and reproached, and the more faithful and diligent they Are, the more they Are opposed and reproached. cc vvn, cc dt av-dc j cc j pns32 vbr, dt av-dc pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1233 Page 381
7587 To preach the Gospel fully as it should be preacht, is to provoke thousands, and bring the World about our eares. To preach the Gospel Fully as it should be preached, is to provoke thousands, and bring the World about our ears. p-acp vvi dt n1 av-j c-acp pn31 vmd vbi vvd, vbz pc-acp vvi crd, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1233 Page 381
7588 No marvell then i• rhe messengers and interpreters of it be not many, if they be but as one among a thousand. No marvel then i• rhe messengers and Interpreters of it be not many, if they be but as one among a thousand. dx n1 av n1 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 vbb xx d, cs pns32 vbb p-acp c-acp pi p-acp dt crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1233 Page 381
7589 Thus you see what hinders the generallity of men from medling with that work. Thus you see what hinders the generality of men from meddling with that work. av pn22 vvb r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1233 Page 381
7590 'Tis but one among a thousand that will engage in a work upon these hard termes, It's but one among a thousand that will engage in a work upon these hard terms, pn31|vbz p-acp crd p-acp dt crd cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1233 Page 381
7591 or that prae-apprehending them, hath faith and self-denyal enough to swallow and overcome them. Againe, Consider those that outwardly bear the name and Title of the Ministers of Christ, or that prae-apprehending them, hath faith and self-denial enough to swallow and overcome them. Again, Consider those that outwardly bear the name and Title of the Ministers of christ, cc cst j pno32, vhz n1 cc n1 av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. av, vvb d cst av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1233 Page 381
7592 and you will find that among them, they who are true and faithfull to their trust, are upon the matter, but one among a thousand. and you will find that among them, they who Are true and faithful to their trust, Are upon the matter, but one among a thousand. cc pn22 vmb vvi cst p-acp pno32, pns32 r-crq vbr j cc j p-acp po32 n1, vbr p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pi p-acp dt crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1234 Page 381
7593 As there are but few Ministers among many men, so there are but few Ministers among many that are true and right interpreters. As there Are but few Ministers among many men, so there Are but few Ministers among many that Are true and right Interpreters. p-acp a-acp vbr p-acp d n2 p-acp d n2, av a-acp vbr p-acp d n2 p-acp d cst vbr j cc j-jn n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1234 Page 381
7594 Doe but take out or sever these five sorts from among them who pretend to be Ministers, Doe but take out or sever these five sorts from among them who pretend to be Ministers, n1 p-acp vvi av cc vvi d crd n2 p-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1234 Page 381
7595 and then it will soone appear that the interpreters in truth are but few among many of those that are so in Title. and then it will soon appear that the Interpreters in truth Are but few among many of those that Are so in Title. cc av pn31 vmb av vvi cst dt n2 p-acp n1 vbr p-acp d p-acp d pp-f d cst vbr av p-acp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1234 Page 381
7596 First, Take away all those, who thrust themselves boldly, or are admitted carelesly, or by mistake into the Ministery, who yet are ignorant, blind, ungifted, First, Take away all those, who thrust themselves boldly, or Are admitted carelessly, or by mistake into the Ministry, who yet Are ignorant, blind, ungifted, ord, vvb av d d, r-crq vvb px32 av-j, cc vbr vvn av-j, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vbr j, j, vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1235 Page 382
7597 and so unable for the worke. and so unable for the work. cc av j-u p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1235 Page 382
7598 Secondly, Take away those, who though they have gifts and abilities, yet are lazie, and sloathfull, such as will not take paines nor worke in the worke. Secondly, Take away those, who though they have Gifts and abilities, yet Are lazy, and slothful, such as will not take pains nor work in the work. ord, vvb av d, r-crq cs pns32 vhb n2 cc n2, av vbr j, cc j, d c-acp vmb xx vvi n2 ccx n1 p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1236 Page 382
7633 The heart heares when we have a sense, and are under the power of what is heard. The heart hears when we have a sense, and Are under the power of what is herd. dt n1 vvz c-crq pns12 vhb dt n1, cc vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1242 Page 384
7599 Thirdly, Take away those, who have gifts, and are industrious, yet are unsound (at least in many poynts) and erronious in their judgements, Thirdly, Take away those, who have Gifts, and Are Industria, yet Are unsound (At least in many points) and erroneous in their Judgments, ord, vvb av d, r-crq vhb n2, cc vbr j, av vbr j (p-acp ds p-acp d n2) cc j p-acp po32 n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1237 Page 382
7600 and so mis-lead and mis-guide those, whose guides and leaders they are. Fourthly, Take away those, who though they are not unsound, and erronious, yet are prophane, and so mislead and misguide those, whose guides and leaders they Are. Fourthly, Take away those, who though they Are not unsound, and erroneous, yet Are profane, cc av j cc j d, rg-crq n2 cc n2 pns32 vbr. ord, vvb av d, r-crq cs pns32 vbr xx j, cc j, av vbr j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1237 Page 382
7601 and scandalous, pulling downe that truth with one hand which they have set up with another, and scandalous, pulling down that truth with one hand which they have Set up with Another, cc j, vvg a-acp d n1 p-acp crd n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp j-jn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1238 Page 382
7602 or building againe those sins by their practise, which they have destroyed by preaching, and so make themselves (as the Apostle speakes in a like case, Gal: 2.18.) transgressours; for as God justly calls such transgressours, because they have sinned against his word, or building again those Sins by their practice, which they have destroyed by preaching, and so make themselves (as the Apostle speaks in a like case, Gall: 2.18.) transgressors; for as God justly calls such transgressors, Because they have sinned against his word, cc vvg av d n2 p-acp po32 n1, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp vvg, cc av vvi px32 (c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, n1: crd.) n2; p-acp c-acp np1 av-j vvz d n2, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1238 Page 382
7603 so they make themselves transgressours, because they sin against their owne; even against the doctrine by which they have condemned those sins, which themselves live in. so they make themselves transgressors, Because they sin against their own; even against the Doctrine by which they have condemned those Sins, which themselves live in. av pns32 vvb px32 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d; av p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vvn d n2, r-crq px32 vvb p-acp. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1238 Page 382
7604 Fifthly, Take away those, who though they are neither of these, neither ignorant, nor idle, Fifthly, Take away those, who though they Are neither of these, neither ignorant, nor idle, ord, vvb av d, r-crq cs pns32 vbr av-dx pp-f d, dx j, ccx j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1239 Page 382
7605 nor unsound, nor scandalous, yet are but meere formall preachers, such as only speake words, deliver the out-side, nor unsound, nor scandalous, yet Are but mere formal Preachers, such as only speak words, deliver the outside, ccx j, ccx j, av vbr cc-acp j j n2, d c-acp av-j vvi n2, vvb dt n1-an, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1239 Page 382
7606 and skin of the Gospel, but have no acquaintance with the marrow and power of it. and skin of the Gospel, but have no acquaintance with the marrow and power of it. cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1239 Page 382
7607 Take away these five sorts from among Ministers, and surely this expression of Elihu will be but too much verified, The interpreter is but one among a thousand. Take away these five sorts from among Ministers, and surely this expression of Elihu will be but too much verified, The interpreter is but one among a thousand. vvb av d crd n2 p-acp p-acp n2, cc av-j d n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi p-acp av av-d vvn, dt n1 vbz cc-acp pi p-acp dt crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1239 Page 382
7608 Abstract all that are ignorant, idle, unsound, scandalous, formall dispencers of the word, from those who are commonly called Ministers, Abstract all that Are ignorant, idle, unsound, scandalous, formal dispencers of the word, from those who Are commonly called Ministers, vvb d cst vbr j, j, j, j, j n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d r-crq vbr av-j vvn n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1239 Page 382
7609 and then, they who remaine will be very few, so few, that every one of them, may be reckoned, one among a thousand. And we shall be forced to say, that Elihu hath not sayd without cause, and then, they who remain will be very few, so few, that every one of them, may be reckoned, one among a thousand. And we shall be forced to say, that Elihu hath not said without cause, cc av, pns32 r-crq vvb vmb vbi av d, av d, cst d crd pp-f pno32, vmb vbi vvn, pi p-acp dt crd. cc pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1239 Page 382
7610 whether we respect their excellency or their scarsity, that any faithfull messenger or interpreter is one among a thousand. whither we respect their excellency or their scarcity, that any faithful Messenger or interpreter is one among a thousand. cs pns12 vvb po32 n1 cc po32 n1, cst d j n1 cc n1 vbz pi p-acp dt crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1239 Page 382
7611 This is not spoken by Elihu here, nor ought it to be taken up by any of the most faithfull Ministers of Christ, to draw honour and respect upon themselves, This is not spoken by Elihu Here, nor ought it to be taken up by any of the most faithful Ministers of christ, to draw honour and respect upon themselves, d vbz xx vvn p-acp np1 av, ccx vmd pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp px32, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 382
7612 or that their persons may be had in admiration who are faithfull; this were a pittifull designe of holding out such a truth; or that their Persons may be had in admiration who Are faithful; this were a pitiful Design of holding out such a truth; cc cst po32 n2 vmb vbi vhn p-acp n1 r-crq vbr j; d vbdr dt j n1 pp-f vvg av d dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 382
7613 but it serves for this end, that the people of God may see, they have a blessing where any are faithfull; but it serves for this end, that the people of God may see, they have a blessing where any Are faithful; cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi, pns32 vhb dt n1 c-crq d vbr j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7614 and may learne how they ought to prize those faithfull messengers, whom the Lord sends among them, and may Learn how they ought to prize those faithful messengers, whom the Lord sends among them, cc vmb vvi c-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi d j n2, ro-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7615 yea how readily they should receive the grace of God which is tendred in their ministry. yea how readily they should receive the grace of God which is tendered in their Ministry. uh c-crq av-j pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7616 These are not only each of them, one messenger, or interpreter, but each one of them is one of a thousand. These Are not only each of them, one Messenger, or interpreter, but each one of them is one of a thousand. d vbr xx av-j d pp-f pno32, crd n1, cc n1, cc-acp d crd pp-f pno32 vbz pi pp-f dt crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7617 A soule-convincing, converting, quickning, comforting Minister of the Gospel is worth thousands, and one among a thousand. The Prophet saith ( Isa: 52.7.) How beautifull are the feet of them that bring glad tideings, &c. By their feet he meaneth their coming, feete being the instruments of their coming to bring this glad tideings; A soule-convincing, converting, quickening, comforting Minister of the Gospel is worth thousands, and one among a thousand. The Prophet Says (Isaiah: 52.7.) How beautiful Are the feet of them that bring glad tidings, etc. By their feet he means their coming, feet being the Instruments of their coming to bring this glad tidings; dt j, vvg, j-vvg, vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j crd, cc crd p-acp dt crd. dt n1 vvz (np1: crd.) c-crq j vbr dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvb j n2, av p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vvz po32 vvg, n2 vbg dt n2 pp-f po32 n-vvg p-acp vvi d j n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7618 yet when he saith, their feete are beautifull, it may have a greater emphasis, for (the feete being the lowest part of the structure of mans body) it may intend thus much, that even that which is lowest and meanest in a messenger of the Gospel, his feete wearied and wet, yet when he Says, their feet Are beautiful, it may have a greater emphasis, for (the feet being the lowest part of the structure of men body) it may intend thus much, that even that which is lowest and Meanest in a Messenger of the Gospel, his feet wearied and wet, av c-crq pns31 vvz, po32 n2 vbr j, pn31 vmb vhi dt jc n1, c-acp (dt n2 vbg dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1) pn31 vmb vvi av av-d, cst av d r-crq vbz js cc js p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po31 n2 vvn cc j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7619 yea foule and dirty with travel, have a beauty upon them, how much more his face and countenance; yea foul and dirty with travel, have a beauty upon them, how much more his face and countenance; uh j cc j p-acp n1, vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq av-d av-dc po31 n1 cc n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7620 for if the very feete of such news-bringers, of such messengers, and interpreters, should be acceptable and lovely (so beauty is) to all men, for if the very feet of such news-bringers, of such messengers, and Interpreters, should be acceptable and lovely (so beauty is) to all men, c-acp cs dt j n2 pp-f d n2, pp-f d n2, cc n2, vmd vbi j cc j (av n1 vbz) p-acp d n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7621 how much more should their persons and most of all their message and tideings be? And doubtlesse, how much more should their Persons and most of all their message and tidings be? And doubtless, c-crq d dc vmd po32 n2 cc av-ds pp-f d po32 n1 cc n2 vbi? cc av-j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7622 if men did but understand it, they would acknowledge, that God hath committed such a treasury to them, if men did but understand it, they would acknowledge, that God hath committed such a treasury to them, cs n2 vdd p-acp vvi pn31, pns32 vmd vvi, cst np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp pno32, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7623 as is better and more beautifull, then all the gold and precious things of this world, as is better and more beautiful, then all the gold and precious things of this world, c-acp vbz j cc av-dc j, cs d dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f d n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7624 and would cry out, O what a mercy is it to have such a News-bringer? and what Greedy News-mongers would they be? The one among a thousand would be more desirable then many thousands of Gold and Silver. and would cry out, Oh what a mercy is it to have such a News-bringer? and what Greedy News-mongers would they be? The one among a thousand would be more desirable then many thousands of Gold and Silver. cc vmd vvi av, uh r-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vhi d dt n1? cc q-crq j n2 vmd pns32 vbi? dt pi p-acp dt crd vmd vbi av-dc j cs d crd pp-f n1 cc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1240 Page 383
7625 Elihu having described the person, whom the Lord often makes instrumentall for the restoring and comforting of the sick sinner, calling him A messenger, an interpreter, one of a thousand (which latter may be applicable to both the former) proceeds to shew the business of this messenger, Elihu having described the person, whom the Lord often makes instrumental for the restoring and comforting of the sick sinner, calling him A Messenger, an interpreter, one of a thousand (which latter may be applicable to both the former) proceeds to show the business of this Messenger, np1 vhg vvn dt n1, ro-crq dt n1 av vvz j p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j n1, vvg pno31 dt n1, dt n1, crd pp-f dt crd (r-crq d vmb vbi j p-acp d dt j) vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1241 Page 383
7626 or interpreter, who is one of a thousand, more expressely, or to set out what his worke is, or interpreter, who is one of a thousand, more expressly, or to Set out what his work is, cc n1, r-crq vbz pi pp-f dt crd, av-dc av-j, cc pc-acp vvi av q-crq po31 n1 vbz, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1241 Page 383
7627 surely excellent, and glorious worke, even this To shew unto man his uprightness. We are not to understand this shewing for a bare report of the thing; surely excellent, and glorious work, even this To show unto man his uprightness. We Are not to understand this showing for a bore report of the thing; av-j j, cc j n1, av d pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1241 Page 383
7628 in which sense the Prophet complain'd; Lord who hath believed our report! in which sense the Prophet complained; Lord who hath believed our report! p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvd; n1 r-crq vhz vvn po12 n1! (17) chapter (DIV2) 1242 Page 383
7629 (Isa: 53.1.) that is, we have shewed good things to the world, but who hath believed us? The shewing spoken of by Elihu, is not a bare declaration of the matter to the eare, (Isaiah: 53.1.) that is, we have showed good things to the world, but who hath believed us? The showing spoken of by Elihu, is not a bore declaration of the matter to the ear, (np1: crd.) cst vbz, pns12 vhb vvn j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp r-crq vhz vvn pno12? dt vvg vvn pp-f p-acp np1, vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1242 Page 384
7630 but an effectuall, and powerfull impression of it upon the heart. but an effectual, and powerful impression of it upon the heart. cc-acp dt j, cc j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1242 Page 384
7631 Such a shewing as is spoken of at the 16th verse of this Chapter, then he openeth the eares of men; Such a showing as is spoken of At the 16th verse of this Chapter, then he Openeth the ears of men; d dt vvg a-acp vbz vvn pp-f p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, av pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1242 Page 384
7632 The Lord speakes so by his messengers, and interpreters, that he not only makes the eare heare, but the heart too. The Lord speaks so by his messengers, and Interpreters, that he not only makes the ear hear, but the heart too. dt n1 vvz av p-acp po31 n2, cc n2, cst pns31 xx av-j vvz dt n1 vvb, cc-acp dt n1 av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1242 Page 384
7634 As before we had a spirituall interpreter, so here we have a spirituall shewing of his interpretation. As before we had a spiritual interpreter, so Here we have a spiritual showing of his Interpretation. p-acp a-acp pns12 vhd dt j n1, av av pns12 vhb dt j vvg pp-f po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1242 Page 384
7635 Here's a heavenly messenger, and a heavenly message to the earthly man; To tell the earthly his rightfullness, saith Mr Broughton. Here's a heavenly Messenger, and a heavenly message to the earthly man; To tell the earthly his rightfullness, Says Mr Broughton. av|vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1; pc-acp vvi dt j po31 n1, vvz n1 np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1242 Page 384
7636 Now, because of the pronoune, [ his ] his uprightness; Now, Because of the pronoun, [ his ] his uprightness; av, c-acp pp-f dt n1, [ po31 ] po31 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1243 Page 384
7637 It may be demanded whose uprightness he meanes? or, what this uprightness is, which the interpreter sheweth. It may be demanded whose uprightness he means? or, what this uprightness is, which the interpreter shows. pn31 vmb vbi vvd rg-crq n1 pns31 vvz? cc, r-crq d n1 vbz, r-crq dt n1 vvz. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1243 Page 384
7638 First, Some expound it of Gods uprightness, and then the sense runs thus; First, some expound it of God's uprightness, and then the sense runs thus; ord, d vvb pn31 pp-f ng1 n1, cc av dt n1 vvz av; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7639 God sendeth an Interpreter to shew unto man his uprightness, that is, his own right and just dealing with man; God sends an Interpreter to show unto man his uprightness, that is, his own right and just dealing with man; np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp vvb p-acp n1 po31 n1, cst vbz, po31 d j-jn cc j n-vvg p-acp n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7640 As if Elihu had sayd, Gods messenger shall convince this troubled man that God doth not wrong him, As if Elihu had said, God's Messenger shall convince this troubled man that God does not wrong him, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, ng1 n1 vmb vvi d j-vvn n1 cst np1 vdz xx vvi pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7641 how much soever he doth afflict him, or that God is upright and faithful in his dealing with him. how much soever he does afflict him, or that God is upright and faithful in his dealing with him. c-crq d av pns31 vdz vvi pno31, cc cst np1 vbz j cc j p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7642 This David acknowledged ( Psal: 119.75.) In faithfullness thou hast afflicted me; This David acknowledged (Psalm: 119.75.) In faithfulness thou hast afflicted me; d np1 vvd (np1: crd.) p-acp n1 pns21 vh2 vvn pno11; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7643 that's a good sense of the words, and very sutable to the purpose of Elihu, who was about to convince Job that his complainings were very sinfull and uncomely, seeing God neither had nor would, that's a good sense of the words, and very suitable to the purpose of Elihu, who was about to convince Job that his complainings were very sinful and uncomely, seeing God neither had nor would, cst|vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cst po31 n2-vvg vbdr av j cc j-u, vvg np1 d vhd ccx vmd, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7644 nor, indeed, could doe him any wrong. nor, indeed, could do him any wrong. ccx, av, vmd vdi pno31 d n-jn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7645 God is faithfull, just, and right, yea, God is good and mercifull to man, when he corrects him sore. God is faithful, just, and right, yea, God is good and merciful to man, when he corrects him soar. np1 vbz j, j, cc j-jn, uh, np1 vbz j cc j p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 av-j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7646 Mr Broughton gives this interpretation of his own translation; Mr Broughton gives this Interpretation of his own Translation; n1 np1 vvz d n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7647 To tell the earthly his rightfullness, that is, God his mercy. The uprightness of God is that by which he doth righteous things. To tell the earthly his rightfullness, that is, God his mercy. The uprightness of God is that by which he does righteous things. pc-acp vvi dt j po31 n1, cst vbz, np1 po31 n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz j n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7648 This uprightness of God consists not only in his holiness, in his love of that which is good, This uprightness of God consists not only in his holiness, in his love of that which is good, d n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx av-j p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7649 and in his hatred of evill, but also in his preservation of man according to his word of promise. and in his hatred of evil, but also in his preservation of man according to his word of promise. cc p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n-jn, cc-acp av p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7650 'Tis the righteousness of God, that through the death and intercession of his Son, he should save and heale the believing and repenting sick sinner. It's the righteousness of God, that through the death and Intercession of his Son, he should save and heal the believing and repenting sick sinner. pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi dt vvg cc vvg j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1244 Page 384
7651 Secondly, And more clearely (as I conceive) to the present scope of this place; Secondly, And more clearly (as I conceive) to the present scope of this place; ord, cc av-dc av-j (c-acp pns11 vvb) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1245 Page 384
7652 the Antecedent to His, is the sick man; And then, to shew unto man his uprightness, is to shew him his owne uprightness. But you will say; the Antecedent to His, is the sick man; And then, to show unto man his uprightness, is to show him his own uprightness. But you will say; dt n1 p-acp po31, vbz dt j n1; cc av, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 po31 d n1. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1245 Page 384
7653 Is the messenger or interpreter, only to tell man how good he is, and what good he hath done? and so to flatter him into a good opinion of himselfe, Is the Messenger or interpreter, only to tell man how good he is, and what good he hath done? and so to flatter him into a good opinion of himself, vbz dt n1 cc n1, av-j pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq j pns31 vbz, cc r-crq j pns31 vhz vdn? cc av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1246 Page 385
7654 or of his owne good deeds? I answer; This shewing unto man his uprightness, may be taken or of his own good Deeds? I answer; This showing unto man his uprightness, may be taken cc pp-f po31 d j n2? pns11 vvb; d vvg p-acp n1 po31 n1, vmb vbi vvn (17) chapter (DIV2) 1246 Page 385
7655 First, As implying the mans ignorance of that uprightness which he hath; First, As implying the men ignorance of that uprightness which he hath; ord, c-acp vvg dt ng1 n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7656 or that he hath an uprightness, but doth not know nor understand that he hath it. or that he hath an uprightness, but does not know nor understand that he hath it. cc cst pns31 vhz dt n1, cc-acp vdz xx vvi ccx vvi cst pns31 vhz pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7657 'Tis so sometimes with the sound godly man, as well as with the sicke, when (though in bodyly health, It's so sometime with the found godly man, as well as with the sick, when (though in bodily health, pn31|vbz av av p-acp dt j j n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j, c-crq (cs p-acp j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7658 yet) he is discomposed and troubled in mind; yet) he is discomposed and troubled in mind; av) pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7659 For then though he hath an uprightness of heart, an integrity towards God, or (as Job speakes of himselfe) the root of the matter in him; For then though he hath an uprightness of heart, an integrity towards God, or (as Job speaks of himself) the root of the matter in him; c-acp av c-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 p-acp np1, cc (c-acp n1 vvz pp-f px31) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7660 that is, though he be truely converted and really godly, yet he seeth it not, such temptations of Satan and troubles of mind assault him, such clouds of doubt, that is, though he be truly converted and really godly, yet he sees it not, such temptations of Satan and Troubles of mind assault him, such Clouds of doubt, cst vbz, cs pns31 vbb av-j vvn cc av-j j, av pns31 vvz pn31 xx, d n2 pp-f np1 cc n2 pp-f n1 vvi pno31, d n2 pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7661 and darkness are upon him, that he is not able to make out his owne state. and darkness Are upon him, that he is not able to make out his own state. cc n1 vbr p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi av po31 d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7662 In this case the faithfull messenger or interpreter coming to him, and inquiring how it is with him, picks out this from him, that there is an uprightness, In this case the faithful Messenger or interpreter coming to him, and inquiring how it is with him, picks out this from him, that there is an uprightness, p-acp d n1 dt j n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno31, vvz av d p-acp pno31, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7663 and an integrity of heart in him towards God, and that his state is good, though he cannot discerne it. and an integrity of heart in him towards God, and that his state is good, though he cannot discern it. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, cc cst po31 n1 vbz j, cs pns31 vmbx vvi pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7664 For as the life and state of grace, is alwayes a secret to those who have it not; For as the life and state of grace, is always a secret to those who have it not; p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz av dt j-jn p-acp d r-crq vhb pn31 xx; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7665 so 'tis often a secret to those that have it. so it's often a secret to those that have it. av pn31|vbz av dt j-jn p-acp d cst vhb pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7666 Some men, never, few men alwayes understand their own condition, and 'tis very hard to make them understand it. some men, never, few men always understand their own condition, and it's very hard to make them understand it. d n2, av-x, d n2 av vvi po32 d n1, cc pn31|vbz av j pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7667 For as it is with many hypocrites, and with all presumptuous ones, you cannot beat them out of a good opinion of themselves; For as it is with many Hypocrites, and with all presumptuous ones, you cannot beatrice them out of a good opinion of themselves; p-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d j pi2, pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f px32; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7668 though they are stark naught, rotten at heart, and have nothing to salve themselves up with, though they Are stark nought, rotten At heart, and have nothing to salve themselves up with, cs pns32 vbr av-j pi, vvn p-acp n1, cc vhb pix pc-acp vvi px32 a-acp p-acp, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7669 but a little boldness and confidence, yet they will not be perswaded off from their false foundations, and deceitfull bottoms; but a little boldness and confidence, yet they will not be persuaded off from their false foundations, and deceitful bottoms; cc-acp dt j n1 cc n1, av pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po32 j n2, cc j n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7670 they will be good in their owne eyes, upright in their owne opinion, and doe not doubt but all's well with them, they will be good in their own eyes, upright in their own opinion, and do not doubt but all's well with them, pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp po32 d n2, av-j p-acp po32 d n1, cc vdb xx vvi cc-acp d|vbz av p-acp pno32, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7671 and will be well with them alwayes. and will be well with them always. cc vmb vbi av p-acp pno32 av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7672 Now, I say, as it is with some hypocrites, and all presumptuous ones, they thinke themselves to have an uprightness which they have not; Now, I say, as it is with Some Hypocrites, and all presumptuous ones, they think themselves to have an uprightness which they have not; av, pns11 vvb, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n2, cc d j pi2, pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vhi dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb xx; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 385
7673 so many are upright and sincere, who see it not, and 'tis a very hard worke, the hardest worke that the Ministers of the Gospel have to make them understand and see their owne uprightness. so many Are upright and sincere, who see it not, and it's a very hard work, the Hardest work that the Ministers of the Gospel have to make them understand and see their own uprightness. av d vbr j cc j, r-crq vvb pn31 xx, cc pn31|vbz dt j j n1, dt js n1 cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi cc vvi po32 d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1248 Page 386
7674 Secondly, The word uprightness, and the shewing unto man his uprightness here spoken of, takes in the whole duty, Secondly, The word uprightness, and the showing unto man his uprightness Here spoken of, Takes in the Whole duty, ord, dt n1 n1, cc dt vvg p-acp n1 po31 n1 av vvn pp-f, vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1249 Page 386
7675 yea and the whole priviledge and interest of a Godly man, or that which will be his uprightness and set him right both before God and his owne conscience. yea and the Whole privilege and Interest of a Godly man, or that which will be his uprightness and Set him right both before God and his own conscience. uh cc dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc cst r-crq vmb vbi po31 n1 cc vvi pno31 av-jn av-d p-acp np1 cc po31 d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1249 Page 386
7676 To shew unto man this his uprightness, is to shew him when he is right, and how he may be setled in a right state; To show unto man this his uprightness, is to show him when he is right, and how he may be settled in a right state; p-acp n1 p-acp n1 d po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz j-jn, cc c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1249 Page 386
7677 in such a state as will be to him like Mount Sion which cannot be removed. in such a state as will be to him like Mount Sion which cannot be removed. p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vmb vbi p-acp pno31 av-j vvi np1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1249 Page 386
7678 Thus the uprightness of man comprehends the whole business both of faith and repentance, or all that which a sinner is called both to doe, Thus the uprightness of man comprehends the Whole business both of faith and Repentance, or all that which a sinner is called both to do, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt j-jn n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, cc d d r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av-d pc-acp vdi, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1249 Page 386
7679 and believe, for the repayring and mending of his lost and ruin'd state, for the putting and settleing him in such a state as the Lord may owne him as his, and be gracious to him. and believe, for the repairing and mending of his lost and ruined state, for the putting and settling him in such a state as the Lord may own him as his, and be gracious to him. cc vvi, p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f po31 j-vvn cc j-vvn n1, p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pno31 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp png31, cc vbi j p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1249 Page 386
7680 This, whatsoever it is, is mans uprightness or righteousness, and the shewing unto man, this his uprightness is the bringing him word in the name of Christ, that God justifieth him from the guilt of all his sins, This, whatsoever it is, is men uprightness or righteousness, and the showing unto man, this his uprightness is the bringing him word in the name of christ, that God Justifieth him from the guilt of all his Sins, np1, r-crq pn31 vbz, vbz ng1 n1 cc n1, cc dt vvg p-acp n1, d po31 n1 vbz dt vvg pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst np1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1249 Page 386
7681 and accepteth him into his favour. Hence observe. The great duty of the Ministers of the Gospel, is to cleare up to man, and Accepteth him into his favour. Hence observe. The great duty of the Ministers of the Gospel, is to clear up to man, cc vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1. av vvi. dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1249 Page 386
7682 whether he be upright, or how he may stand upright with God. This observation takes in both parts of the exposition. whither he be upright, or how he may stand upright with God. This observation Takes in both parts of the exposition. cs pns31 vbb j, cc c-crq pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1. d n1 vvz p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1250 Page 386
7683 To shew unto man how it is with him, what his present state, and condition is, To show unto man how it is with him, what his present state, and condition is, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno31, r-crq po31 j n1, cc n1 vbz, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1251 Page 386
7684 and to shew unto man what he ought to be, or how he may be in a safe condition, this is the worke of that messenger and interpreter who is one among a thousand, this is a blessed worke, and to show unto man what he ought to be, or how he may be in a safe condition, this is the work of that Messenger and interpreter who is one among a thousand, this is a blessed work, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 r-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vbi, cc c-crq pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz pi p-acp dt crd, d vbz dt j-vvn n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1251 Page 386
7685 and thus it must be done. and thus it must be done. cc av pn31 vmb vbi vdn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1251 Page 386
7686 First, Man is to be shewed the uprightness of his state, or that which must be and be had to make up the uprightness of his state, which is First, Man is to be showed the uprightness of his state, or that which must be and be had to make up the uprightness of his state, which is ord, n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc cst r-crq vmb vbi cc vbb vhn p-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz (17) chapter (DIV2) 1252 Page 386
7687 First, His first-repentance, or conversion to God. First, His first-repentance, or conversion to God. np1, po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 386
7688 Fallen man can never come into a right state• till he returne to God from whom he fell. Fallen man can never come into a right state• till he return to God from whom he fell. j-vvn n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 c-acp pns31 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 386
7689 A mans sinfull state is a crooked, perverse, and wretched state; A men sinful state is a crooked, perverse, and wretched state; dt ng1 j n1 vbz dt j, j, cc j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 386
7690 repentance or returning to God, is the bringing of a man right againe, it brings him to his uprightness, Repentance or returning to God, is the bringing of a man right again, it brings him to his uprightness, n1 cc vvg p-acp np1, vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 j-jn av, pn31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 386
7691 even to that state, wherein he was first made; even to that state, wherein he was First made; av p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vbds ord vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 386
7692 Loe this have I found (saith Solomon, Eccl: 7.19.) that God hath made man upright; Loe this have I found (Says Solomon, Ecclesiastes: 7.19.) that God hath made man upright; np1 d vhb pns11 vvn (vvz np1, np1: crd.) cst np1 vhz vvn n1 av-j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 386
7693 but they have sought out many inventions. but they have sought out many Inventions. cc-acp pns32 vhb vvn av d n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 386
7694 Solomon doth not discover the severall branches and streames of mans sinfullness, but the roote and spring of it he doth, the corruption of his nature by the fall. Solomon does not discover the several branches and streams of men sinfulness, but the root and spring of it he does, the corruption of his nature by the fallen. np1 vdz xx vvi dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f ng1 n1, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 pns31 vdz, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7695 For as he found that God made man upright, so mutable, subject to temptation, and as easily yeilding to the temptation, For as he found that God made man upright, so mutable, Subject to temptation, and as Easily yielding to the temptation, p-acp c-acp pns31 vvd cst np1 vvd n1 av-j, av j, j-jn p-acp n1, cc c-acp av-j vvg p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7696 as admitting himselfe to be tempted: as admitting himself to be tempted: c-acp vvg px31 pc-acp vbi vvn: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7697 and so, not resting in that way and meanes of happiness (as the Devil his tempter did not) which the wisdome and goodness of God had chalked out and allotted to him, and so, not resting in that Way and means of happiness (as the devil his tempter did not) which the Wisdom and Goodness of God had chalked out and allotted to him, cc av, xx vvg p-acp d n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 (c-acp dt n1 po31 n1 vdd xx) r-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn av cc vvn p-acp pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7698 but conceiting to himselfe a higher perfection, he then began and still continueth to seeke out variety of meanes (called by Solomon, many inventions ) as then to get more then he had, but Conceit to himself a higher perfection, he then began and still Continueth to seek out variety of means (called by Solomon, many Inventions) as then to get more then he had, cc-acp vvg p-acp px31 dt jc n1, pns31 av vvd cc av vvz pc-acp vvi av n1 pp-f n2 (vvn p-acp np1, d n2) c-acp av pc-acp vvi av-dc cs pns31 vhd, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7699 so now to regaine some shadow at least of what he had. These inventions, are all those carnall shifts, whereby man hopes either to palliate his sin, or to pacifie his conscience. But all prove vaine inventions; so now to regain Some shadow At least of what he had. These Inventions, Are all those carnal shifts, whereby man hope's either to palliate his since, or to pacify his conscience. But all prove vain Inventions; av av pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp ds pp-f r-crq pns31 vhd. np1 n2, vbr d d j n2, c-crq n1 n2 av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1. p-acp d vvb j n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7700 there being no possibility now, for man to get out of sin, or to goe back to God, there being no possibility now, for man to get out of since, or to go back to God, a-acp vbg dx n1 av, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7701 and so to his first estate, but by repentance; and so to his First estate, but by Repentance; cc av p-acp po31 ord n1, cc-acp p-acp n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7702 That's Gods invention, and he hath concluded, that nothing without that shall bring man (the case of infants is another thing) to that state of uprightness, in which he was first made. That's God's invention, and he hath concluded, that nothing without that shall bring man (the case of Infants is Another thing) to that state of uprightness, in which he was First made. d|vbz npg1 n1, cc pns31 vhz vvn, cst pix p-acp d vmb vvi n1 (dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz j-jn n1) p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds ord vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7703 And therefore the Apostle giving an account of his ministry, how he acted as a messenger, And Therefore the Apostle giving an account of his Ministry, how he acted as a Messenger, cc av dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7704 or an intepreter (He indeed was one among a thousand) saith ( Acts 20.20, 21.) I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, &c. testifying both to the Jews, or an interpreter (He indeed was one among a thousand) Says (Acts 20.20, 21.) I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, etc. testifying both to the jews, cc dt n1 (pns31 av vbds pi p-acp dt crd) vvz (np1 crd, crd) pns11 vvd av pix cst vbds j p-acp pn22, av vvg d p-acp dt np2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7705 & also to the Greekes, repentance towards God, and faith towards our Lord Jesus Christ, which is & also to the Greeks, Repentance towards God, and faith towards our Lord jesus christ, which is cc av p-acp dt njp2, n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1, r-crq vbz (17) chapter (DIV2) 1253 Page 387
7706 The second thing wherein this uprightness of mans state doth consist. The second thing wherein this uprightness of men state does consist. dt ord n1 c-crq d n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vdz vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 387
7707 These two, repentance towards God, and faith towards our Lord Jesus Christ, were the summe of all those Sermons in which Paul gave counsel both to Jewes and Gentiles what to doe that they might be saved. These two, Repentance towards God, and faith towards our Lord jesus christ, were the sum of all those Sermons in which Paul gave counsel both to Jews and Gentiles what to do that they might be saved. np1 crd, n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1, vbdr dt n1 pp-f d d n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd n1 av-d p-acp np2 cc np1 r-crq p-acp vdi cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 387
7708 And this is the worke of all Gospel Ministers in shewing unto man his uprightness. And this is the work of all Gospel Ministers in showing unto man his uprightness. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp n1 po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 387
7709 He that is converted, and believeth, he that turneth from sin, and taketh hold of Jesus Christ by faith for righteousness, is in a better state of uprightness, He that is converted, and Believeth, he that turns from since, and Takes hold of jesus christ by faith for righteousness, is in a better state of uprightness, pns31 cst vbz vvn, cc vvz, pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbz p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 387
7710 then when he was first made upright. then when he was First made upright. av c-crq pns31 vbds ord vvn av-j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 387
7711 The Prophet ( Hab: 2.4.) speaking of faith, and that which is opposite to it selfe-confidence, useth this word, Behold his soule which is lifted up (namely in thoughts of any selfe or creature-sufficiency) is not upright in him. The Prophet (Hab: 2.4.) speaking of faith, and that which is opposite to it self-confidence, uses this word, Behold his soul which is lifted up (namely in thoughts of any self or creature-sufficiency) is not upright in him. dt n1 (fw-ge: crd.) vvg pp-f n1, cc cst r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pn31 n1, vvz d n1, vvb po31 n1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp (av p-acp n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1) vbz xx av-j p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 387
7712 A proud soule is not an upright soule. A proud soul is not an upright soul. dt j n1 vbz xx dt j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 387
7713 What is pride? surely this, for a man to thinke himselfe in a good condition, What is pride? surely this, for a man to think himself in a good condition, q-crq vbz n1? av-j d, c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 387
7714 or that he is well enough, that he wants nothing, as it is sayd of the Church of Laodicea (Rev: 3.17.) when yet he is empty and guilty, poore and peny-lesse in spiritualls, wanting every thing, especially a sight and sence of his poverty and wants; or that he is well enough, that he Wants nothing, as it is said of the Church of Laodicea (Rev: 3.17.) when yet he is empty and guilty, poor and peny-lesse in spirituals, wanting every thing, especially a sighed and sense of his poverty and Wants; cc cst pns31 vbz av av-d, cst pns31 vvz pix, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) c-crq av pns31 vbz j cc j, j cc j p-acp n2, vvg d n1, av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 388
7733 First, 'Tis a peice of our shewing man his uprightness, to shew him that he hath no uprightness. First, It's a piece of our showing man his uprightness, to show him that he hath no uprightness. ord, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 vvg n1 po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 cst pns31 vhz dx n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1258 Page 389
7715 yet this is every mans thought of himselfe, till he is shewed what is indeed his uprightness. The naturall mans spirit is lifted up, not to God nor in God by faith and repentance, but in himselfe. yet this is every men Thought of himself, till he is showed what is indeed his uprightness. The natural men Spirit is lifted up, not to God nor in God by faith and Repentance, but in himself. av d vbz d ng1 n1 pp-f px31, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn r-crq vbz av po31 n1. dt j ng1 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, xx p-acp np1 ccx p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp px31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 388
7716 The soule thus lifted up is not upright (saith the Prophet, and what faith he next?) But the just shall live by his faith. As if he had sayd; The soul thus lifted up is not upright (Says the Prophet, and what faith he next?) But the just shall live by his faith. As if he had said; dt n1 av vvd a-acp vbz xx av-j (vvz dt n1, cc r-crq n1 pns31 ord?) p-acp dt j vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 388
7717 The man that lives by faith, or the man that believes, and so lives upon Christ, is upright and hath an uprightness which will hold him right, which the uprightness of creation did not. The man that lives by faith, or the man that believes, and so lives upon christ, is upright and hath an uprightness which will hold him right, which the uprightness of creation did not. dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, cc dt n1 cst vvz, cc av vvz p-acp np1, vbz j cc vhz dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi pno31 av-jn, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vdd xx. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 388
7718 Then the whole matter of mans uprightness was in himselfe, and he was to stand upon his own bottom, having no promise of support. Then the Whole matter of men uprightness was in himself, and he was to stand upon his own bottom, having no promise of support. av dt j-jn n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vbds p-acp px31, cc pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1, vhg dx n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 388
7719 But now the maine matter of mans uprightness is out of himselfe, and besides, himselfe hath a promise to be supported in his uprightness. But now the main matter of men uprightness is out of himself, and beside, himself hath a promise to be supported in his uprightness. p-acp av dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vbz av pp-f px31, cc a-acp, px31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 388
7720 Man by the grace of repentance, turning from sin, and by the grace of faith closing with the Lord Jesus Christ, is set right in the Court of heaven, Man by the grace of Repentance, turning from since, and by the grace of faith closing with the Lord jesus christ, is Set right in the Court of heaven, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, vbz vvn j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 388
7721 and shall be preserved (in his uprightness) by the power of God through faith unto salvation. and shall be preserved (in his uprightness) by the power of God through faith unto salvation. cc vmb vbi vvn (p-acp po31 n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1254 Page 388
7722 Againe, When man is shewed his uprightness as to his state, which is his life of justification; Again, When man is showed his uprightness as to his state, which is his life of justification; av, c-crq n1 vbz vvn po31 n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbz po31 n1 pp-f n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1255 Page 388
7723 then he must also be shewed his uprightness as to his way or course of life in sanctification, or holiness of conversation. then he must also be showed his uprightness as to his Way or course of life in sanctification, or holiness of Conversation. cs pns31 vmb av vbi vvn po31 n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1255 Page 388
7724 The interpreter must not only bring man to Christ, but must tell him how he ought to walke in Christ. The interpreter must not only bring man to christ, but must tell him how he ought to walk in christ. dt n1 vmb xx av-j vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp vmb vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1255 Page 388
7725 Man being set right, ought to goe right, or (as 'tis sayd, Psal: 50.23.) To order his conversation aright. Man being Set right, ought to go right, or (as it's said, Psalm: 50.23.) To order his Conversation aright. n1 vbg vvn av-jn, pi pc-acp vvi av-jn, cc (c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, np1: crd.) pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1255 Page 388
7726 Mans uprightness in walking and working is an inseparable fruit of his uprightness in Being. men uprightness in walking and working is an inseparable fruit of his uprightness in Being. ng1 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vbg. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1255 Page 388
7727 Thirdly, The business of the interpreter, is not only to bring the troubled soul to a true sence of sin, to a cleare sight of Christ, Thirdly, The business of the interpreter, is not only to bring the troubled soul to a true sense of since, to a clear sighed of christ, ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1256 Page 388
7728 and a sutable conversation, but to furnish him with weapons to resist Satans temptations, to shew him how to mannage the sword of the Spirit, and a suitable Conversation, but to furnish him with weapons to resist Satan temptations, to show him how to manage the sword of the Spirit, cc dt j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi npg1 n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1256 Page 388
7729 and the shield of faith, that he may be able to quench all the fiery darts of the Devill; and the shield of faith, that he may be able to quench all the fiery darts of the devil; cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1256 Page 388
7730 as also to answer, resolve, and remove the doubts and scruples, that may arise in or are upon his owne conscience, as also to answer, resolve, and remove the doubts and scruples, that may arise in or Are upon his own conscience, a-acp av pc-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi dt n2 cc n2, cst vmb vvi p-acp cc vbr p-acp po31 d n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1256 Page 388
7731 and so to settle him in a sweet and comfortable dependance upon Christ by faith as his uprightness and righteousness, against all the feares which at any time assault his peace. and so to settle him in a sweet and comfortable dependence upon christ by faith as his uprightness and righteousness, against all the fears which At any time assault his peace. cc av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp d dt n2 r-crq p-acp d n1 vvi po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1256 Page 388
7732 But some may say, Should not sinners be shewed their un-uprightness or unrighteousness, rather then their uprightness? I answer; But Some may say, Should not Sinners be showed their un-uprightness or unrighteousness, rather then their uprightness? I answer; p-acp d vmb vvi, vmd xx n2 vbb vvn po32 n1 cc n1, av-c av po32 n1? pns11 vvb; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1257 Page 389
7734 The Spirit convinceth, first, of sin, and then of righteousness ( John 16.8.) Secondly, I answer, a mans uprightness (according to the meaning of this Scripture) cannot be shewed him, The Spirit Convinces, First, of since, and then of righteousness (John 16.8.) Secondly, I answer, a men uprightness (according to the meaning of this Scripture) cannot be showed him, dt n1 vvz, ord, pp-f n1, cc av pp-f n1 (np1 crd.) ord, pns11 vvb, dt ng1 n1 (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1) vmbx vbi vvn pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1258 Page 389
7735 but he must also be shewed his unrighteousness. but he must also be showed his unrighteousness. cc-acp pns31 vmb av vbi vvn po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1258 Page 389
7736 Thirdly, I answer, The sick man here spoken of, may be supposed a man troubled in mind about his sins; Thirdly, I answer, The sick man Here spoken of, may be supposed a man troubled in mind about his Sins; ord, pns11 vvb, dt j n1 av vvn pp-f, vmb vbi vvn dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1258 Page 389
7737 and in that case the interpreters duty is to ease his mind by shewing him his uprightness in the way opened, rather then to burden his mind further by shewing him his sin or unrighteousness. And therefore lastly, and in that case the Interpreters duty is to ease his mind by showing him his uprightness in the Way opened, rather then to burden his mind further by showing him his since or unrighteousness. And Therefore lastly, cc p-acp d n1 dt n2 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg pno31 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvd, av-c cs pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av-jc p-acp vvg pno31 po31 n1 cc n1. cc av ord, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1258 Page 389
7738 To close this poynt with a word of caution; When Elihu speakes of an uprightness to be shewed the troubled soule; To close this point with a word of caution; When Elihu speaks of an uprightness to be showed the troubled soul; pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; c-crq np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn dt j-vvn n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7739 'Tis not, that the messenger who comes to relieve and comfort him, should use flattering words, It's not, that the Messenger who comes to relieve and Comfort him, should use flattering words, pn31|vbz xx, cst dt n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, vmd vvi vvg n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7740 and blow him up with a conceit of his owne good workes, and so tell him a story of his vertues or vertuous deeds. and blow him up with a conceit of his own good works, and so tell him a story of his Virtues or virtuous Deeds. cc vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d j n2, cc av vvb pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc j n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7741 No, the uprightness chiefly intended here is the righteousness of Christ, in and by which we are reconciled to and made one with God. No, the uprightness chiefly intended Here is the righteousness of christ, in and by which we Are reconciled to and made one with God. uh-dx, dt n1 av-jn vvn av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp cc vvd pi p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7742 Nor can we ever attaine to this till we are made sencible of our owne nothingness, till we are unhinged of selfe, Nor can we ever attain to this till we Are made sensible of our own nothingness, till we Are unhinged of self, ccx vmb pns12 av vvi p-acp d c-acp pns12 vbr vvn j pp-f po12 d n1, c-acp pns12 vbr j pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7743 and quite taken off from any bottoming upon our owne righteousness. and quite taken off from any bottoming upon our own righteousness. cc av vvn a-acp p-acp d vvg p-acp po12 d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7744 Some, when they have trouble of conscience upon them, what doe they? they fly to their owne righteousnesse; some, when they have trouble of conscience upon them, what do they? they fly to their own righteousness; d, c-crq pns32 vhb n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, q-crq vdb pns32? pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7745 And when they are sick, and ready to dye, how doe they prepare to stand right before God? they confess they have sinned, And when they Are sick, and ready to die, how do they prepare to stand right before God? they confess they have sinned, cc c-crq pns32 vbr j, cc j pc-acp vvi, q-crq vdb pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp np1? pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7746 and done amisse, but they hope they have repented, and made amends for that; and done amiss, but they hope they have repented, and made amends for that; cc vdn av, cc-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vvn, cc vvd n2 p-acp d; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7747 yea they can remember they have done such, and such, possibly, many good things, they have been just to all men, yea they can Remember they have done such, and such, possibly, many good things, they have been just to all men, uh pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vhb vdn d, cc d, av-j, d j n2, pns32 vhb vbn j p-acp d n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7748 and charitable to the poore, they have heard the word, and been at many a good Sermon, they have prayed and fasted, &c. Thus they patch up the business, and charitable to the poor, they have herd the word, and been At many a good Sermon, they have prayed and fasted, etc. Thus they patch up the business, cc j p-acp dt j, pns32 vhb vvn dt n1, cc vbn p-acp d dt j n1, pns32 vhb vvn cc vvd, av av pns32 vvb a-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7749 as if this were their only uprightness, whereas, indeed, their only uprightness is the righteousness of Jesus Christ. as if this were their only uprightness, whereas, indeed, their only uprightness is the righteousness of jesus christ. c-acp cs d vbdr po32 av-j n1, cs, av, po32 j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7750 We never see where our uprightness is, till we see there is nothing that makes us stand upright in the court of heaven, but only Christ our righteousness. We never see where our uprightness is, till we see there is nothing that makes us stand upright in the court of heaven, but only christ our righteousness. pns12 av-x vvb c-crq po12 n1 vbz, c-acp pns12 vvb a-acp vbz pix cst vvz pno12 vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp av-j np1 po12 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7751 This is the great duty of the messengers, and interpreters of Christ, to declare to man this righteousness for his uprightness. This is the great duty of the messengers, and Interpreters of christ, to declare to man this righteousness for his uprightness. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 d n1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7752 And that hence it is (as Elihu proceeds in the next verse to assure the sick man) that God is and will be gracious to him. And that hence it is (as Elihu proceeds in the next verse to assure the sick man) that God is and will be gracious to him. cc cst av pn31 vbz (c-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1) cst np1 vbz cc vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 389
7828 My mercy shall flow our, when, and to whom, and where I please. My mercy shall flow our, when, and to whom, and where I please. po11 n1 vmb vvi po12, c-crq, cc p-acp ro-crq, cc c-crq pns11 vvb. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 393
7753 Vers. 24. Then he is gracious unto him, and saith, Deliver him from going downe into the pit, I have found a ransome. Vers. 24. Then he is gracious unto him, and Says, Deliver him from going down into the pit, I have found a ransom. np1 crd av pns31 vbz j p-acp pno31, cc vvz, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1259 Page 390
7754 These words hold out the generall issue and fruit of the labours and good counsell of that messenger or Interpreter dealing with the sick man, and shewing him his uprightness. These words hold out the general issue and fruit of the labours and good counsel of that Messenger or Interpreter dealing with the sick man, and showing him his uprightness. d n2 vvb av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc j n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp dt j n1, cc vvg pno31 po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1260 Page 390
7755 There are three distinct interpretations which run quite through this verse, and they arise from a different apprehension about the antecedent in this pronoune [ He ] then he is gracious unto him. He; There Are three distinct interpretations which run quite through this verse, and they arise from a different apprehension about the antecedent in this pronoun [ He ] then he is gracious unto him. He; pc-acp vbr crd j n2 r-crq vvb av p-acp d n1, cc pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 [ pns31 ] cs pns31 vbz j p-acp pno31. pns31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1261 Page 390
7756 who is that? All the Popish interpreters refer it to the Guardian-Angel sent to attend on this sick man; who is that? All the Popish Interpreters refer it to the Guardian-Angel sent to attend on this sick man; r-crq vbz d? av-d dt j n2 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1261 Page 390
7757 Then he (the Angel) will be gracious, and he will say, deliver him. Then he (the Angel) will be gracious, and he will say, deliver him. cs pns31 (dt n1) vmb vbi j, cc pns31 vmb vvi, vvb pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1261 Page 390
7758 But as I then layd by that opinion that the messenger was an Angel properly taken, But as I then laid by that opinion that the Messenger was an Angel properly taken, p-acp c-acp pns11 av vvn p-acp d n1 cst dt n1 vbds dt n1 av-j vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1261 Page 390
7759 so I shall not stay upon that which is a consequent of it, here. so I shall not stay upon that which is a consequent of it, Here. av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz dt j pp-f pn31, av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1261 Page 390
7760 Secondly, Severall of our Protestant interpreters referre this he, to the Messenger or Interpreter, to the Prophet or any spiritually wise and holy man, sent of God to assist and help the sick man in his distresse. Secondly, Several of our Protestant Interpreters refer this he, to the Messenger or Interpreter, to the Prophet or any spiritually wise and holy man, sent of God to assist and help the sick man in his distress. ord, j pp-f po12 n1 n2 vvb d pns31, p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc d av-j j cc j n1, vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1262 Page 390
7761 Some are so positive in this opinion, that they deny the text any other reference; some Are so positive in this opinion, that they deny the text any other Referente; d vbr av j p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vvb dt n1 d j-jn n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1262 Page 390
7762 This is to be understood of the Messenger (saith one) and not of God. And I grant 'tis sutable to the business of the messenger who comes to comfort and instruct the sick man, that he should pitty and compassionate him in that disconsolate condition, This is to be understood of the Messenger (Says one) and not of God. And I grant it's suitable to the business of the Messenger who comes to Comfort and instruct the sick man, that he should pity and compassionate him in that disconsolate condition, d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 (vvz pi) cc xx pp-f np1. cc pns11 vvb pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc j pno31 p-acp d j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1262 Page 390
7763 and likewise pray for him, according to the tenour of these words in the text, or to the same effect; and likewise pray for him, according to the tenor of these words in the text, or to the same Effect; cc av vvb p-acp pno31, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1262 Page 390
7764 O Lord God, be gracious to him, and deliver him, let him not goe downe to the pit, Oh Lord God, be gracious to him, and deliver him, let him not go down to the pit, uh n1 np1, vbb j p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31, vvb pno31 xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1262 Page 390
7765 for the ransome sake which I have found. As if Elihu had sayd; for the ransom sake which I have found. As if Elihu had said; p-acp dt n1 n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1262 Page 390
7766 When that faithfull messenger shall have declared the benefits and grace of God to the afflicted man, When that faithful Messenger shall have declared the benefits and grace of God to the afflicted man, c-crq d j n1 vmb vhi vvn dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1262 Page 390
7767 then pittying his afflicted soule, he shall pray for him; then pitying his afflicted soul, he shall pray for him; av vvg po31 j-vvn n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1262 Page 390
7768 O God deliver him from death and condemnation, from the pit, and from destruction, for I have found and shewed him a ransome, by which his soule may be delivered, and his sins pardoned. Oh God deliver him from death and condemnation, from the pit, and from destruction, for I have found and showed him a ransom, by which his soul may be Delivered, and his Sins pardoned. uh np1 vvb pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn cc vvd pno31 dt n1, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc po31 n2 vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1262 Page 390
7769 In the 19th Chapter of this Booke at the 27th verse, Job useth this word in his application to his friends, In the 19th Chapter of this Book At the 27th verse, Job uses this word in his application to his Friends, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt ord n1, n1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1263 Page 390
7770 for their pitty to him, and more favourable dealing with him; for their pity to him, and more favourable dealing with him; p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31, cc av-dc j n-vvg p-acp pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1263 Page 390
7771 Have pitty upon me, have pitty upon me, O my friends, for the hand of God hath touched me. Have pity upon me, have pity upon me, Oh my Friends, for the hand of God hath touched me. vhb n1 p-acp pno11, vhb n1 p-acp pno11, uh po11 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1263 Page 390
7772 As if he had sayd, The hand of God presseth me sore, O let not your hand be heavie upon me too. As if he had said, The hand of God Presseth me soar, Oh let not your hand be heavy upon me too. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno11 av-j, uh vvb xx po22 n1 vbb j p-acp pno11 av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1263 Page 391
7773 This exposition carrieth a great truth in it, and is not at all inconsistent with the letter of the text; This exposition Carrieth a great truth in it, and is not At all inconsistent with the Letter of the text; d n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, cc vbz xx p-acp d j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1263 Page 391
7774 yet I shall not insist upon it, but adhere rather to a third, which makes the antecedent to this [ He ] to be God himselfe. Then he is gracious. yet I shall not insist upon it, but adhere rather to a third, which makes the antecedent to this [ He ] to be God himself. Then he is gracious. av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp vvb av-c p-acp dt ord, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp d [ pns31 ] pc-acp vbi n1 px31. cs pns31 vbz j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1263 Page 391
7775 That is, when the messenger hath dealt with the sick man, when he hath opened his condition to him, That is, when the Messenger hath dealt with the sick man, when he hath opened his condition to him, cst vbz, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1264 Page 391
7776 and shewed him his uprightness, or how he may stand upright before God, or what his righteousnesse is before God, and showed him his uprightness, or how he may stand upright before God, or what his righteousness is before God, cc vvd pno31 po31 n1, cc c-crq pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1, cc q-crq po31 n1 vbz p-acp np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1264 Page 391
7777 and hath brought his heart to an unfeigned sorrow for his sin, and to the actings of faith upon the promise; and hath brought his heart to an unfeigned sorrow for his since, and to the actings of faith upon the promise; cc vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1264 Page 391
7778 then God is gracious, and then he gives out the word for his restoring, and orders it to be presently dispatcht away to him, saying, deliver him, unloose him, unbind him, let him not goe downe into the pit, I have found a ransome. then God is gracious, and then he gives out the word for his restoring, and order it to be presently dispatched away to him, saying, deliver him, unloose him, unbind him, let him not go down into the pit, I have found a ransom. av np1 vbz j, cc av pns31 vvz av dt n1 p-acp po31 j-vvg, cc n2 pn31 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn av p-acp pno31, vvg, vvb pno31, vvb pno31, vvb pno31, vvb pno31 xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1264 Page 391
7779 Taking this for the generall sence of the Text, I shall proceed to open the particulars. Taking this for the general sense of the Text, I shall proceed to open the particulars. vvg d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2-j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1264 Page 391
7780 Then he will be gracious, or then, he will have mercy upon him, as Mr Broughton translates. Then and not before; Then he will be gracious, or then, he will have mercy upon him, as Mr Broughton translates. Then and not before; av pns31 vmb vbi j, cc av, pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 np1 vvz. av cc xx a-acp; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1265 Page 391
7781 till then the Lord lets his bones ake, and his heart tremble, till then he suffers him to be brought so low that he is reckoned among the dead, till then the Lord lets his bones ache, and his heart tremble, till then he suffers him to be brought so low that he is reckoned among the dead, c-acp cs dt n1 vvz po31 n2 vvi, cc po31 n1 vvi, c-acp cs pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn av av-j cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1265 Page 391
7782 but then, though not before, he sheweth himself gracious unto him. but then, though not before, he shows himself gracious unto him. cc-acp av, cs xx a-acp, pns31 vvz px31 j p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1265 Page 391
7783 When a poor man is reduced to the utmost extreamity, then is Gods opportunity, then is the season of mercy; When a poor man is reduced to the utmost extremity, then is God's opportunity, then is the season of mercy; c-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, av vbz ng1 n1, av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1265 Page 391
7784 and the Lord therefore lets us be at the lowest, that we may be the more sencible of his goodness in raising and lifting us up: and the Lord Therefore lets us be At the lowest, that we may be the more sensible of his Goodness in raising and lifting us up: cc dt n1 av vvz pno12 vbi p-acp dt js, cst pns12 vmb vbi dt av-dc j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg pno12 p-acp: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1265 Page 391
7785 The Lord suffers many (as Paul spake of himself, (2 Cor. 1.9.) to have the sentence of death in themselves, that they may learn not to trust in themselves, The Lord suffers many (as Paul spoke of himself, (2 Cor. 1.9.) to have the sentence of death in themselves, that they may Learn not to trust in themselves, dt n1 vvz d (c-acp np1 vvd pp-f px31, (crd np1 crd.) pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px32, cst pns32 vmb vvi xx pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1265 Page 391
7786 but in him who raiseth the dead. but in him who Raiseth the dead. cc-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz dt j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1265 Page 391
7787 We seldome give God either the glory of his power by trusting him, or of his goodnesse by thanking him for our deliverances, till we are brought to the last cast (as we say) or to such an exigent as leaves no visible meanes in probabillity, no nor of possibility to escape. We seldom give God either the glory of his power by trusting him, or of his Goodness by thanking him for our Deliverances, till we Are brought to the last cast (as we say) or to such an exigent as leaves no visible means in probability, no nor of possibility to escape. pns12 av vvb np1 av-d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg pno31, cc pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt ord vvd (c-acp pns12 vvb) cc p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz dx j n2 p-acp n1, uh-dx ccx pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1265 Page 391
7788 And when 'tis thus with us, then he is gracious. And when it's thus with us, then he is gracious. cc c-crq pn31|vbz av p-acp pno12, av pns31 vbz j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1265 Page 391
7789 Secondly, Then he is gracious, that is, when the man is doubly humbled, when the mans heart is graciously broken, Secondly, Then he is gracious, that is, when the man is doubly humbled, when the men heart is graciously broken, ord, av pns31 vbz j, cst vbz, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz av-j vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1266 Page 391
7790 when the man is growne into an abhorrence of himself and of his sin, or loathes himself for his sin, when the man is grown into an abhorrence of himself and of his since, or Loathes himself for his since, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31 cc pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1266 Page 391
7791 as much as he loathed his meat, as 'tis said in the former verse; as much as he loathed his meat, as it's said in the former verse; c-acp d c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1266 Page 391
7792 when his heart is thus taken quire off from all that is below in the world, when his heart is thus taken choir off from all that is below in the world, c-crq po31 n1 vbz av vvn n1 a-acp p-acp d cst vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1266 Page 391
7793 and gathered up beleevingly to Jesus Christ in the word of promise; Then he is gracious. and gathered up believingly to jesus christ in the word of promise; Then he is gracious. cc vvd a-acp av-vvg p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cs pns31 vbz j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1266 Page 392
7794 The Originall word hath many comfortable significations in it, yet all resolvable into this one, he is gracious. It signifies to pity, to have compassion, tenderly to regard, to bestow grace, to doe good, there is enough in the bowells of this word to bear up the spirit of the sickest body, The Original word hath many comfortable significations in it, yet all resolvable into this one, he is gracious. It signifies to pity, to have compassion, tenderly to regard, to bestow grace, to do good, there is enough in the bowels of this word to bear up the Spirit of the sickest body, dt j-jn n1 vhz d j n2 p-acp pn31, av d j p-acp d crd, pns31 vbz j. pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vhi n1, av-j pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vdi j, pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7795 or of the most troubled soul. or of the most troubled soul. cc pp-f dt av-ds j-vvn n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7796 It is said ( Gen. 6.8.) Noah found grace (or favour) in the eyes of the Lord. It is said (Gen. 6.8.) Noah found grace (or favour) in the eyes of the Lord. pn31 vbz vvd (np1 crd.) np1 vvd n1 (cc n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7797 Noah was the only man that held out the grace of God in that age, him only did God find perfect or upright in his Generations ( Gen. 6.9.) and Noah only was the man, that found grace or favour in the eyes of the Lord in that generation ( Gen. 6.8.) God was gracious to him and his, Noah was the only man that held out the grace of God in that age, him only did God find perfect or upright in his Generations (Gen. 6.9.) and Noah only was the man, that found grace or favour in the eyes of the Lord in that generation (Gen. 6.8.) God was gracious to him and his, np1 vbds dt j n1 cst vvd av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, pno31 av-j vdd np1 vvb j cc j p-acp po31 n2 (np1 crd.) cc np1 av-j vbds dt n1, cst vvd n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 (np1 crd.) np1 vbds j p-acp pno31 cc png31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7798 when the whole world peri•hed by water. That proper name John is derived from this word; when the Whole world peri•hed by water. That proper name John is derived from this word; c-crq dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp n1. cst j n1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7799 when God gave Zachary and Elizabeth a Son in their old age, he also directed how he would have him called, ye shall call his name John, which name (as we may well conceive) was assigned him either because God did very graciously and favourably bestow that gift upon his Parents in their old age, when God gave Zachary and Elizabeth a Son in their old age, he also directed how he would have him called, you shall call his name John, which name (as we may well conceive) was assigned him either Because God did very graciously and favourably bestow that gift upon his Parents in their old age, c-crq np1 vvd np1 cc np1 dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1, pns31 av vvd c-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno31 vvn, pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1 np1, r-crq n1 (c-acp pns12 vmb av vvi) vbds vvn pno31 av-d c-acp np1 vdd av av-j cc av-j vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po32 j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7800 and so shewed them much favour (a child at any time is a great favour from God, especially in old age) or, and so showed them much favour (a child At any time is a great favour from God, especially in old age) or, cc av vvd pno32 d n1 (dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1, av-j p-acp j n1) cc, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7801 secondly, because John was to open the Kingdome of Grace, to preach the Gospel, and to prepare the way for Christ, by whom grace and truth came. secondly, Because John was to open the Kingdom of Grace, to preach the Gospel, and to prepare the Way for christ, by whom grace and truth Come. ord, c-acp np1 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq n1 cc n1 vvd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7802 The Baptist was as it were the loop and button between the legall and the Gospel dispensation; The Baptist was as it were the loop and button between the Legal and the Gospel Dispensation; dt n1 vbds c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j cc dt n1 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7803 therefore his name might well be called John. And there is frequent use in Scripture of the Adverb which comes from this Verb, to signifie injuries received without desert or undeservedly. ( Ps. 7.4.) Yea, I have delivered him that without cause was mine enemy, or that was mine enemy gratis. And again ( Psal. 35.7.) For without cause have they hid for me their net in a pit, which without cause have they digged for my soul. Therefore his name might well be called John. And there is frequent use in Scripture of the Adverb which comes from this Verb, to signify injuries received without desert or undeservedly. (Ps. 7.4.) Yea, I have Delivered him that without cause was mine enemy, or that was mine enemy gratis. And again (Psalm 35.7.) For without cause have they hid for me their net in a pit, which without cause have they dug for my soul. av po31 n1 vmd av vbi vvn np1 cc pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc av-j. (np1 crd.) uh, pns11 vhb vvn pno31 cst p-acp n1 vbds po11 n1, cc d vbds po11 n1 av. cc av (np1 crd.) c-acp p-acp n1 vhb pns32 vvn p-acp pno11 po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vhb pns32 vvn p-acp po11 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7804 Yet more, as the word signifies the doing of good (gratis) or when there is no desert; Yet more, as the word signifies the doing of good (gratis) or when there is no desert; av av-dc, c-acp dt n1 vvz dt vdg pp-f j (av) cc c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7805 so any injury done gratis, or when no provocation hath been given the party so to doe. so any injury done gratis, or when no provocation hath been given the party so to do. av d n1 vdn av, cc c-crq dx n1 vhz vbn vvn dt n1 av pc-acp vdi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7806 Now, as all the mischief which the wicked plot against or doe to the people of God is undeserved, Now, as all the mischief which the wicked plot against or do to the people of God is undeserved, av, c-acp d dt n1 r-crq dt j n1 p-acp cc vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7807 and floweth meerly from their malice, so all the good which God doth for his people is undeserved, and flows merely from their malice, so all the good which God does for his people is undeserved, cc vvz av-j p-acp po32 n1, av d dt j r-crq np1 vdz p-acp po31 n1 vbz j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7808 and floweth purely from the fountaine of his free grace, or from his compassions, which faile not. and flows purely from the fountain of his free grace, or from his compassions, which fail not. cc vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cc p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vvb xx. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7809 And surely the Lord deserveth highest praises from man for any good he doth him, seeing what he doth is gratis, or undeserved. And surely the Lord deserveth highest praises from man for any good he does him, seeing what he does is gratis, or undeserved. cc av-j dt n1 vvz js n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d j pns31 vdz pno31, vvg r-crq pns31 vdz vbz av, cc j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1267 Page 392
7810 Further, This Hebrew word Chinnam answers the Greek word (NONLATINALPHABET) rendred freely (Rom. 3.24. ) We are justified freely by his grace, through the redemption that is in Jesus Christ. Further, This Hebrew word Chinnam answers the Greek word () rendered freely (Rom. 3.24.) We Are justified freely by his grace, through the redemption that is in jesus christ. jc, d njp n1 n1 vvz dt jp n1 () vvd av-j (np1 crd.) pns12 vbr vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1 np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1268 Page 393
7811 How can unjust men deserve justification? Therefore Mr Beza translates, We are justified gratis, that is, by his grace. How can unjust men deserve justification? Therefore Mr Beza translates, We Are justified gratis, that is, by his grace. q-crq vmb j n2 vvb n1? av n1 np1 vvz, pns12 vbr vvn av, cst vbz, p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1268 Page 393
7812 Againe, When it is said, then he (or, the Lord) is gracious, it may be taken two wayes. Again, When it is said, then he (or, the Lord) is gracious, it may be taken two ways. av, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, av pns31 (cc, dt n1) vbz j, pn31 vmb vbi vvn crd n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7813 First, as, to be gracious implyeth the intrinsecall graciousness of his nature, or that mercifullness and kindness which dwells in the heart of God, First, as, to be gracious Implies the intrinsical graciousness of his nature, or that mercifullness and kindness which dwells in the heart of God, ord, c-acp, pc-acp vbi j vvz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7814 and which indeed is God, (for the graciousnesse of God is the gracious God) thus God is alwayes and altogether gracious, he is infinitely and uncessantly gracious. and which indeed is God, (for the graciousness of God is the gracious God) thus God is always and altogether gracious, he is infinitely and uncessantly gracious. cc r-crq av vbz np1, (c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j np1) av np1 vbz av cc av j, pns31 vbz av-j cc av-j j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7815 Secondly, when it is said, he is gracious, it may note only the graciousness of his acts, and dispensations; Secondly, when it is said, he is gracious, it may note only the graciousness of his acts, and dispensations; ord, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz j, pn31 vmb vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7816 thus, as I may say, the Lord is gracious (ad hinc et nunc) as he sees cause, at this time he is gracious and not at that time; thus, as I may say, the Lord is gracious (ad hinc et nunc) as he sees cause, At this time he is gracious and not At that time; av, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, dt n1 vbz j (fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la) c-acp pns31 vvz n1, p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz j cc xx p-acp d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7817 that is, he puts forth acts of grace now, and not then. that is, he puts forth acts of grace now, and not then. d vbz, pns31 vvz av n2 pp-f n1 av, cc xx av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7818 The Lord puts forth acts of grace, both according to the pleasure of his own will, without respect to any thing in man, The Lord puts forth acts of grace, both according to the pleasure of his own will, without respect to any thing in man, dt n1 vvz av n2 pp-f n1, d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7819 as also without respecting what man is or doth, according to his pleasure. And thus we are chiefly to understand it here; as also without respecting what man is or does, according to his pleasure. And thus we Are chiefly to understand it Here; c-acp av p-acp vvg r-crq n1 vbz cc vdz, vvg p-acp po31 n1. cc av pns12 vbr av-jn pc-acp vvi pn31 av; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7820 then he is gracious. God is gracious in his nature alwayes, and alwayes alike gracious; then he is gracious. God is gracious in his nature always, and always alike gracious; cs pns31 vbz j. np1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1 av, cc av av-j j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7821 but he is not alwayes alike gracious in his dispensations, or in giving forth acts of grace; but he is not always alike gracious in his dispensations, or in giving forth acts of grace; cc-acp pns31 vbz xx av av-j j p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp vvg av n2 pp-f n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7822 he is gracious to man according to his secret will as he pleaseth, but he is gracious according to his revealed will as man pleaseth him. Hence Observe, first. he is gracious to man according to his secret will as he Pleases, but he is gracious according to his revealed will as man Pleases him. Hence Observe, First. pns31 vbz j p-acp n1 vvg p-acp po31 j-jn n1 c-acp pns31 vvz, cc-acp pns31 vbz j vvg p-acp po31 vvn n1 p-acp n1 vvz pno31. av vvb, ord. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1269 Page 393
7823 The first cause and spring of all our mercies is the graciousnesse of God. Or, All our mercyes flow out from the grace of God. The First cause and spring of all our Mercies is the graciousness of God. Or, All our Mercies flow out from the grace of God. dt ord n1 cc n1 pp-f d po12 n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. cc, d po12 n2 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1270 Page 393
7824 That's the fountaine, yea that's the Ocean which seeds and fills all the Channels of mercy, which stream to us, That's the fountain, yea that's the Ocean which seeds and fills all the Channels of mercy, which stream to us, d|vbz dt n1, uh cst|vbz dt n1 r-crq n2 cc vvz d dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq n1 p-acp pno12, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 393
7825 as our happiness in this world, and for our everlasting happiness in the world which is to come. as our happiness in this world, and for our everlasting happiness in the world which is to come. c-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 393
7826 All is of grace fundamentally, or because the Lord is and will be for ever gracious. All is of grace fundamentally, or Because the Lord is and will be for ever gracious. av-d vbz pp-f n1 av-j, cc c-acp dt n1 vbz cc vmb vbi p-acp av j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 393
7827 Thus the Lord spake to Moses (Exod. 33.19.) I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious. Thus the Lord spoke to Moses (Exod 33.19.) I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious. av dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vbi j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 393
7829 And the proclamation which he made of himselfe in all his royall Titles runs in the same straine ( Exod. 34.6.) The Lord, the Lord God, mercifull, And the proclamation which he made of himself in all his royal Titles runs in the same strain (Exod 34.6.) The Lord, the Lord God, merciful, cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f px31 p-acp d po31 j n2 vvz p-acp dt d n1 (np1 crd.) dt n1, dt n1 np1, j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 393
7830 and gracious, long-suffering, and aboundant in goodnesse and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity. If we consider God, first in doing us good; and gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in Goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity. If we Consider God, First in doing us good; cc j, j, cc j p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg n1 p-acp crd, j-vvg n1. cs pns12 vvb np1, ord p-acp vdg pno12 j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7831 Secondly, in forgiving us the evill which we doe; Thirdly, in delivering us from the evills which we now suffer; Secondly, in forgiving us the evil which we do; Thirdly, in delivering us from the evils which we now suffer; ord, p-acp j-vvg pno12 dt n-jn r-crq pns12 vdb; ord, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp dt n2-jn r-crq pns12 av vvi; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7832 Fourthly, in delivering us from the feare of future sufferings; all is from grace and from free grace. Fourthly, in delivering us from the Fear of future sufferings; all is from grace and from free grace. ord, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2; d vbz p-acp n1 cc p-acp j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7833 He doth us good though we are undeserving any good, that's grace, yea, he doth us good though we are ill deserving, and that's more grace. He does us good though we Are undeserving any good, that's grace, yea, he does us good though we Are ill deserving, and that's more grace. pns31 vdz pno12 j cs pns12 vbr j d j, d|vbz n1, uh, pns31 vdz pno12 j cs pns12 vbr av-jn n-vvg, cc d|vbz dc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7834 He doth all for us through grace, First, in spiritualls, and Secondly, in temporalls; He does all for us through grace, First, in spirituals, and Secondly, in temporals; pns31 vdz d p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, ord, p-acp n2, cc ord, p-acp n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7835 not only doe the good things of eternall life, but the good things of this present life flow from grace unto his own people. not only do the good things of Eternal life, but the good things of this present life flow from grace unto his own people. xx av-j vdi dt j n2 pp-f j n1, cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f d j n1 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7836 Not only the health of their souls, but the health of their bodyes, not only deliverance from hell, Not only the health of their Souls, but the health of their bodies, not only deliverance from hell, xx av-j dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, xx av-j n1 p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7837 but deliverance from sickness also, flow from his free grace in Jesus Christ. but deliverance from sickness also, flow from his free grace in jesus christ. cc-acp n1 p-acp n1 av, vvb p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp np1 np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7838 Therefore of all their mercies and salvations (both as to the foundation and top-stone of them) the people of God must cry (as the Prophet Zachery (Chap. 4.7.) foretells the people of God should say of that longed for deliverance, Therefore of all their Mercies and salvations (both as to the Foundation and topstone of them) the people of God must cry (as the Prophet Zachary (Chap. 4.7.) foretells the people of God should say of that longed for deliverance, av pp-f d po32 n2 cc n2 (d c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32) dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi (c-acp dt n1 np1 (np1 crd.) vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi pp-f cst vvd p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7839 when that great mountaine should become a plain before Zerubbabell) grace, grace, unto them: when that great mountain should become a plain before Zerubbabel) grace, grace, unto them: c-crq d j n1 vmd vvi dt j p-acp np1) n1, n1, p-acp pno32: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7840 That is, grace hath begun them, and grace alone will maintaine, continue, and perfect what it hath begun. That is, grace hath begun them, and grace alone will maintain, continue, and perfect what it hath begun. cst vbz, n1 vhz vvn pno32, cc n1 av-j vmb vvi, vvb, cc j r-crq pn31 vhz vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7841 As there is nothing in us (except our misery) which moves the Lord to begin, As there is nothing in us (except our misery) which moves the Lord to begin, p-acp pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno12 (p-acp po12 n1) r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7842 so there is nothing in us (but our inability) which moves the Lord to perfect what he hath begun. so there is nothing in us (but our inability) which moves the Lord to perfect what he hath begun. av pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno12 (p-acp po12 n1) r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7843 He seeth we cannot, and therefore he will perfect what he hath begun, and all this he doth that he may exalt his own name, He sees we cannot, and Therefore he will perfect what he hath begun, and all this he does that he may exalt his own name, pns31 vvz po12 vmbx, cc av pns31 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc d d pns31 vdz d pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7844 and perfect the praise of his free grace towards us. and perfect the praise of his free grace towards us. cc j dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1271 Page 394
7845 More distinctly, that all comes from grace, or from the graciousness of God, may note these five things to us. More distinctly, that all comes from grace, or from the graciousness of God, may note these five things to us. av-dc av-j, cst d vvz p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi d crd n2 p-acp pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 394
7846 First, not only that God doth all for his people freely, or without desert. But Secondly, that he doth all things willingly, or without constraint for his people. First, not only that God does all for his people freely, or without desert. But Secondly, that he does all things willingly, or without constraint for his people. ord, xx j cst np1 vdz d p-acp po31 n1 av-j, cc p-acp n1. p-acp ord, cst pns31 vdz d n2 av-j, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 394
7847 Thirdly, that he doth all things forwardly for his people. Thirdly, that he does all things forwardly for his people. ord, cst pns31 vdz d n2 av-j p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 394
7848 He doth very much unaskt and unsought, and he is not much askt or hardly drawne to doe any thing for his people. He does very much unasked and unsought, and he is not much asked or hardly drawn to do any thing for his people. pns31 vdz av av-d j cc j-vvn-u, cc pns31 vbz xx av-d vvn cc av vvn pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 394
7928 and then a comfortable sight of pardon. and then a comfortable sighed of pardon. cc av dt j n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7849 Though he hath said of some things, I will be sought unto, or inquired after that I may doe them for you, (Ezek. 36.37.) yet his mercies are never forced nor wrested from him by intreaties, Though he hath said of Some things, I will be sought unto, or inquired After that I may do them for you, (Ezekiel 36.37.) yet his Mercies Are never forced nor wrested from him by entreaties, cs pns31 vhz vvn pp-f d n2, pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, cc vvd p-acp cst pns11 vmb vdi pno32 p-acp pn22, (np1 crd.) av po31 n2 vbr av-x vvn ccx vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 394
7850 but flow from a principle of love, naturally, as water out of a fountain. Fourthly, he doth all rejoycingly, even with his whole heart, and with his whole soul. but flow from a principle of love, naturally, as water out of a fountain. Fourthly, he does all rejoicingly, even with his Whole heart, and with his Whole soul. cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j, c-acp n1 av pp-f dt n1. ord, pns31 vdz d av-vvg, av p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cc p-acp po31 j-jn n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 394
7851 Mercy pleaseth him, and he is pleased with occasions of shewing mercy, 'tis no burden to him to doe us good; Mercy Pleases him, and he is pleased with occasions of showing mercy, it's no burden to him to do us good; n1 vvz pno31, cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 pp-f vvg n1, pn31|vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi pno12 j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7852 mercy proceeds from his nature, and therefore he delighteth in mercy ( Mic: 7.18.) yea, to be mercifull is his nature, mercy proceeds from his nature, and Therefore he delights in mercy (Mic: 7.18.) yea, to be merciful is his nature, n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc av pns31 vvz p-acp n1 (j: crd.) uh, pc-acp vbi j vbz po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7853 and therefore he cannot but delight in it. and Therefore he cannot but delight in it. cc av pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7854 Fifthly, graciousness being the very nature of God, implyeth that he will do us good liberally, Fifthly, graciousness being the very nature of God, Implies that he will do us good liberally, ord, n1 vbg dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvz cst pns31 vmb vdi pno12 j av-j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7855 and constantly, or that (as the Apostle James speaks) he giveth liberally, and upbraideth not; and constantly, or that (as the Apostle James speaks) he gives liberally, and upbraideth not; cc av-j, cc d (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz) pns31 vvz av-j, cc vvz xx; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7856 he doth not upbraid us with our poverty, who receive, nor do•h he upbraid us with the riches of the gifts which himself bestoweth; he does not upbraid us with our poverty, who receive, nor do•h he upbraid us with the riches of the Gifts which himself bestoweth; pns31 vdz xx vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vvb, ccx vhz pns31 vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 r-crq n1 vvz; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7857 And because they flow from his nature, therefore he doth not in the least empty himself, And Because they flow from his nature, Therefore he does not in the least empty himself, cc c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vdz xx p-acp dt ds vvb px31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7858 how much soever he fills the creature with his gifts or goodness. how much soever he fills the creature with his Gifts or Goodness. c-crq d av pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7859 Some men (upon the matter) even exhaust and undoe themselves by liberallity unto others; some men (upon the matter) even exhaust and undo themselves by liberality unto Others; d n2 (p-acp dt n1) av vvb cc vvi px32 p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7860 and they who give most, or have most to give, cannot alwayes give. and they who give most, or have most to give, cannot always give. cc pns32 r-crq vvb av-ds, cc vhb av-ds pc-acp vvi, vmbx av vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7861 It is said in this Book, ( Chap. 37.11.) By watering, he wearieth the thick cloud; It is said in this Book, (Chap. 37.11.) By watering, he wearieth the thick cloud; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, (np1 crd.) p-acp vvg, pns31 vvz dt j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7862 that is, God commandeth the cloud to give raine so long, that it hath not a drop more to give, but is quite spent. that is, God commands the cloud to give rain so long, that it hath not a drop more to give, but is quite spent. cst vbz, np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av av-j, cst pn31 vhz xx dt n1 av-dc pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vbz av vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7863 Springs or fountaines are never wearied or spent with watering, because their waters come as freely and as fast as they goe; Springs or fountains Are never wearied or spent with watering, Because their waters come as freely and as fast as they go; np1 cc n2 vbr av-x vvn cc vvn p-acp vvg, c-acp po32 n2 vvb a-acp av-j cc a-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7864 God is an everlasting spring of grace and goodness; God is an everlasting spring of grace and Goodness; np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7865 He is not wearyed, nor emptyed by what he giveth out to, or doth for the creature, He is not wearied, nor emptied by what he gives out to, or does for the creature, pns31 vbz xx vvd, ccx vvn p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp, cc vdz p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7866 because all floweth from his naturall graciousnesse as from a fountaine. Because all flows from his natural graciousness as from a fountain. c-acp d vvz p-acp po31 j n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1272 Page 395
7867 Then he is gracious. I would urge the second reference of that word (then) a little further; Then he is gracious. I would urge the second Referente of that word (then) a little further; av pns31 vbz j. pns11 vmd vvi dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 (av) dt av-j jc; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1273 Page 395
7868 It was shewed before, that it might refer, First, to the extreamity of the sick man, It was showed before, that it might refer, First, to the extremity of the sick man, pn31 vbds vvn a-acp, cst pn31 vmd vvi, ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1273 Page 395
7869 Secondly, to the sick mans humiliation, or the right disposure of his spirit to receive renewed acts of grace, and favour from the Lord. Hence observe, Secondly. Secondly, to the sick men humiliation, or the right disposure of his Spirit to receive renewed acts of grace, and favour from the Lord. Hence observe, Secondly. ord, p-acp dt j ng1 n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. av vvi, ord. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1273 Page 395
7870 God usually dispenseth or giveth out acts of grace when we repent and turne from sin, when we believe and lay hold upon the promise; Then he is gracious. God usually dispenseth or gives out acts of grace when we Repent and turn from since, when we believe and lay hold upon the promise; Then he is gracious. np1 av-j vvz cc vvz av n2 pp-f n1 c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1; av pns31 vbz j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1274 Page 395
7871 It is said ( Isa. 30.18.) Therefore will the Lord wait that he may be gracious. It is said (Isaiah 30.18.) Therefore will the Lord wait that he may be gracious. pn31 vbz vvd (np1 crd.) av vmb dt n1 vvb cst pns31 vmb vbi j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 395
7872 The Lord hath alwayes a gracious disposition, a gracious nature; The Lord hath always a gracious disposition, a gracious nature; dt n1 vhz av dt j n1, dt j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 395
7873 he alwayes hath a store and a stocke, a rich stocke and store of mercy by him; he always hath a store and a stock, a rich stock and store of mercy by him; pns31 av vhz dt n1 cc dt n1, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 395
7874 but he doth not alwayes give it forth; but he does not always give it forth; cc-acp pns31 vdz xx av vvi pn31 av; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 395
7875 no, he waits to be gracious, that is, he waits till we are in a fit frame, till we are in a due temper to receive his grace. no, he waits to be gracious, that is, he waits till we Are in a fit frame, till we Are in a due temper to receive his grace. uh-dx, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j, cst vbz, pns31 vvz c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7876 And because as to the dispensings of grace, God waits to be gracious; therefore many retard and hinder their owne good; And Because as to the dispensings of grace, God waits to be gracious; Therefore many retard and hinder their own good; cc c-acp c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 vvz pc-acp vbi j; av d vvi cc vvi po32 d j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7877 they are not yet in a frame to receive; their vessell is not yet seasoned to hold mercy. they Are not yet in a frame to receive; their vessel is not yet seasoned to hold mercy. pns32 vbr xx av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; po32 n1 vbz xx av vvn pc-acp vvi n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7878 The Lord waited to be gracious to David after his grievous fall, and therefore he did not give Nathan a Commission to say, Thy sin is done away, till Davids heart was broken, The Lord waited to be gracious to David After his grievous fallen, and Therefore he did not give Nathan a Commission to say, Thy since is done away, till Davids heart was broken, dt n1 vvd pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc av pns31 vdd xx vvi np1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, po21 n1 vbz vdn av, p-acp npg1 n1 vbds vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7879 and had said (2 Sam: 12.13.) I have sinned against the Lord; and had said (2 Sam: 12.13.) I have sinned against the Lord; cc vhd vvn (crd np1: crd.) pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7880 But when once that word fell from him, then Nathan declared how gracious the Lord was to him. But when once that word fell from him, then Nathan declared how gracious the Lord was to him. cc-acp q-crq a-acp cst n1 vvd p-acp pno31, av np1 vvd c-crq j dt n1 vbds p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7881 As soone as David said, I have sinned (that's an act of repentance) presently, Nathan said, the Lord hath done away thy sin, that's an act of grace. As soon as David said, I have sinned (that's an act of Repentance) presently, Nathan said, the Lord hath done away thy since, that's an act of grace. p-acp av c-acp np1 vvd, pns11 vhb vvn (d|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1) av-j, np1 vvd, dt n1 vhz vdn av po21 n1, d|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7882 When did Ephraim heare a word of comfort from God? The Prophet tells us ( Jer: 31.18, 19, 20.) I have heard Ephraim bemoaning himselfe, (that is, mourning over and bewayling his sin) saying, thou hast chastised me, When did Ephraim hear a word of Comfort from God? The Prophet tells us (Jer: 31.18, 19, 20.) I have herd Ephraim bemoaning himself, (that is, mourning over and bewailing his since) saying, thou hast chastised me, q-crq vdd np1 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1? dt n1 vvz pno12 (np1: crd, crd, crd) pns11 vhb vvn np1 vvg px31, (cst vbz, vvg a-acp cc vvg po31 n1) vvg, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7883 and I was chastised, as a bullock unaccustomed to the yoake. and I was chastised, as a bullock unaccustomed to the yoke. cc pns11 vbds vvn, c-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7884 We have him there also praying, Turne me, O Lord, and I shall be turned, &c. Upon this, We have him there also praying, Turn me, Oh Lord, and I shall be turned, etc. Upon this, pns12 vhb pno31 a-acp av vvg, vvb pno11, uh n1, cc pns11 vmb vbi vvn, av p-acp d, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7885 how graciously, how meltingly did the Lord speak? Is Ephraim my deare son? is he a pleasant child? since I spake against him, I doe earnestly remember him still, (or, in remembring I remember him) my bowells are troubled for him, I will surely have mercy on him. how graciously, how meltingly did the Lord speak? Is Ephraim my deer son? is he a pleasant child? since I spoke against him, I do earnestly Remember him still, (or, in remembering I Remember him) my bowels Are troubled for him, I will surely have mercy on him. c-crq av-j, c-crq av-vvg vdd dt n1 vvi? vbz np1 po11 j-jn n1? vbz pns31 dt j n1? c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp pno31, pns11 vdb av-j vvi pno31 av, (cc, p-acp vvg pns11 vvb pno31) po11 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, pns11 vmb av-j vhi n1 p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7886 Now I will manifest my grace, and acquaint him with my goodness. Now I will manifest my grace, and acquaint him with my Goodness. av pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp po11 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7887 The Lord was very gracious to Saul afterwards Paul, he sent Ananias to him with a message of mercy, The Lord was very gracious to Saul afterwards Paul, he sent Ananias to him with a message of mercy, dt n1 vbds av j p-acp np1 av np1, pns31 vvd np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7888 as to restore the sight of his bodyly eyes, so to assure him that he should be an instrument in the hand of Christ to open the eyes of many, and a chosen vessel to beare his name before the Gentiles and Kings and the Children of Israel, (Acts 9.15.) But when was this message delivered him? the text tells us ( v. 11.) For behold he prayeth; the man is in the dust, he is brought upon his knees, his spirit is broken; as to restore the sighed of his bodily eyes, so to assure him that he should be an Instrument in the hand of christ to open the eyes of many, and a chosen vessel to bear his name before the Gentiles and Kings and the Children of Israel, (Acts 9.15.) But when was this message Delivered him? the text tells us (v. 11.) For behold he Prayeth; the man is in the dust, he is brought upon his knees, his Spirit is broken; c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, av pc-acp vvi pno31 cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d, cc dt j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2-j cc n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1, (n2 crd.) p-acp q-crq vbds d n1 vvd pno31? dt n1 vvz pno12 (n1 crd) c-acp vvb pns31 vvz; dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2, po31 n1 vbz vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7889 that word he prayeth, comprehends the whole worke of a gracious soule, as to his humiliation and returning to the Lord. that word he Prayeth, comprehends the Whole work of a gracious soul, as to his humiliation and returning to the Lord. d n1 pns31 vvz, vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7890 In the parable of the prodigall Son, his father is represented abundantly gracious to him; In the parable of the prodigal Son, his father is represented abundantly gracious to him; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, po31 n1 vbz vvn av-j j p-acp pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7891 but he did not signifie it, he did not send the ring, not the rich robe to him, but he did not signify it, he did not send the ring, not the rich robe to him, cc-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31, pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1, xx dt j n1 p-acp pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7892 when he was abroad in a strange Country among harlots, drinking and wasting his estate, time and strength vainely; when he was abroad in a strange Country among harlots, drinking and wasting his estate, time and strength vainly; c-crq pns31 vbds av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2, vvg cc vvg po31 n1, n1 cc n1 av-j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 396
7893 we read of no acts of grace to him then, but when, being pinched with famine and hunger, he came to himselfe, we read of no acts of grace to him then, but when, being pinched with famine and hunger, he Come to himself, pns12 vvb pp-f dx n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 av, cc-acp c-crq, vbg vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vvd p-acp px31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 397
7894 and began to bethink himselfe of coming back to his fathers house, and that he had brought himselfe by his own folly to beggery, and want, and husks; and began to bethink himself of coming back to his Father's house, and that he had brought himself by his own folly to beggary, and want, and husks; cc vvd pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f vvg av p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc cst pns31 vhd vvn px31 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 397
7895 when he was upon these termes, or resolves to goe home to his father, and cast himselfe at his feet as unworthy the name or priviledge of a Son, when he was upon these terms, or resolves to go home to his father, and cast himself At his feet as unworthy the name or privilege of a Son, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp d n2, cc vvz pc-acp vvi av-an p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd px31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 397
7896 then his father ran to meete him, fell on his neck and kissed him, then he put on the ring, then his father ran to meet him, fell on his neck and kissed him, then he put on the ring, cs po31 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, vvd p-acp po31 n1 cc vvd pno31, cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 397
7897 and cloathed him with the robe, then he killed the fatted calfe, and made a feast for him. and clothed him with the robe, then he killed the fatted calf, and made a feast for him. cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vvd dt vvn n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 397
7898 All which sceane of mercy doth but hold out this one word in the text; Then he is gracious. All which scene of mercy does but hold out this one word in the text; Then he is gracious. av-d r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vdz p-acp vvi av d crd n1 p-acp dt n1; cs pns31 vbz j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1275 Page 397
7899 There are two sorts of gracious acts of God. First, some are acts of absolute grace, or of preventing grace; There Are two sorts of gracious acts of God. First, Some Are acts of absolute grace, or of preventing grace; pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f j n2 pp-f np1. ord, d vbr n2 pp-f j n1, cc pp-f vvg n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7900 These are put forth upon and exercised towards the creature, before there is any the lest preparation in the heart, to draw them out or invite the bestowing of them. These Are put forth upon and exercised towards the creature, before there is any the lest preparation in the heart, to draw them out or invite the bestowing of them. d vbr vvn av p-acp cc vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz d dt ds n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av cc vvi dt n-vvg pp-f pno32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7901 Thus, the grace of God in election is absolutely free, there was no prevision of any qualification in man moving God to elect him. Thus, the grace of God in election is absolutely free, there was no prevision of any qualification in man moving God to elect him. av, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbz av-j j, pc-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 vvg np1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7902 And so that wonderfull act of grace (in which election first descends and discovers it selfe) effectuall vocation, is absolutely free. And so that wonderful act of grace (in which election First descends and discovers it self) effectual vocation, is absolutely free. cc av d j n1 pp-f n1 (p-acp r-crq n1 ord vvz cc vvz pn31 n1) j n1, vbz av-j j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7903 God calls a sinner when he is in the heat and hurry of his evill wayes, pursuing his lusts in the height of his pride, God calls a sinner when he is in the heat and hurry of his evil ways, pursuing his Lustiest in the height of his pride, np1 vvz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n2, vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7904 and in the hardness of his impenitent heart. Now, if when God first calleth a sinner there is nothing in him but sin; and in the hardness of his impenitent heart. Now, if when God First calls a sinner there is nothing in him but since; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. av, cs c-crq np1 ord vvz dt n1 a-acp vbz pix p-acp pno31 p-acp n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7905 What can move God to call him but free grace? A third absolute act of grace is justification; What can move God to call him but free grace? A third absolute act of grace is justification; q-crq vmb vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp j n1? dt ord j n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7906 God doth not justifie a sinner for any thing that he finds or sees in us; God does not justify a sinner for any thing that he finds or sees in us; np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pno12; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7907 As to us 'tis altogether free. As to us it's altogether free. c-acp p-acp pno12 pn31|vbz av j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7908 He justifieth the ungodly (Rom: 4.5.) when that wretched infant was in its blood (which expresseth a miserable uncleane poluted condition) then was a time of love (Ezek: 16.8.) then was God gracious. He Justifieth the ungodly (Rom: 4.5.) when that wretched infant was in its blood (which Expresses a miserable unclean polluted condition) then was a time of love (Ezekiel: 16.8.) then was God gracious. pns31 vvz dt j (np1: crd.) c-crq d j n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1 (r-crq vvz dt j j j-vvn n1) av vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) av vbds np1 j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7909 What loveliness was there in that infant (representing the best of men in that fallen naturall estate) to draw out the love of God? nothing at all, What loveliness was there in that infant (representing the best of men in that fallen natural estate) to draw out the love of God? nothing At all, q-crq n1 vbds a-acp p-acp d n1 (vvg dt js pp-f n2 p-acp d vvn j n1) pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1? pix p-acp d, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7910 yea she was altogether unlovely, yet then (saith God) thy time was the time of love, or then was the time of putting forth love in her conversion and voc•tion; yea she was altogether unlovely, yet then (Says God) thy time was the time of love, or then was the time of putting forth love in her conversion and voc•tion; uh pns31 vbds av j-u, av av (vvz np1) po21 n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vbds dt n1 pp-f vvg av n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7911 Then, I sayd unto thee when thou wast in thy blood, live. Then, I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood, live. av, pns11 vvd p-acp pno21 c-crq pns21 vbd2s p-acp po21 n1, vvb. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7912 And because the thing might seeme not only strange, but even impossible, that the heart of God should be towards such a wretched one for good, the word is doubled, yea I sayd unto the•, And Because the thing might seem not only strange, but even impossible, that the heart of God should be towards such a wretched one for good, the word is doubled, yea I said unto the•, cc p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi xx av-j j, cc-acp av j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi p-acp d dt j pi p-acp j, dt n1 vbz vvn, uh pns11 vvd p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7913 when thou wast in thy blood, live. These acts of absolute free grace are the glory of the Covenant of grace; when thou wast in thy blood, live. These acts of absolute free grace Are the glory of the Covenant of grace; c-crq pns21 vbd2s p-acp po21 n1, vvb. d n2 pp-f j j n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 397
7914 for if the Covenant should hold out acts of Grace only upon our pre-dispositions, when should we receive any act of grace? The promise is not of this tenour, I will pardon them when their hearts are soft and tender; for if the Covenant should hold out acts of Grace only upon our pre-dispositions, when should we receive any act of grace? The promise is not of this tenor, I will pardon them when their hearts Are soft and tender; c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi av n2 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp po12 n2, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi d n1 pp-f n1? dt n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 c-crq po32 n2 vbr j cc j; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 398
7915 but, I will take away the heart of stone, and give them a heart of flesh. but, I will take away the heart of stone, and give them a heart of Flesh. p-acp, pns11 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1276 Page 398
7916 Yet Secondly (as to the poynt in hand) there are conditionall acts of grace, I may call them second acts of grace, or renewed acts of grace. Yet Secondly (as to the point in hand) there Are conditional acts of grace, I may call them second acts of grace, or renewed acts of grace. av ord (c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1) pc-acp vbr j n2 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 vvi n2 pp-f n1, cc j-vvn n2 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7917 For when after conversion we fall into sin, and by that evill heart of unbeliefe (remaining in a great measure unmortified) we depart from the living God ( Heb: 3.12.) God doth not give out fresh acts of grace, For when After conversion we fallen into since, and by that evil heart of unbelief (remaining in a great measure unmortified) we depart from the living God (Hebrew: 3.12.) God does not give out fresh acts of grace, p-acp c-crq p-acp n1 pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 (vvg p-acp dt j n1 vvn) pns12 vvb p-acp dt j-vvg np1 (n1: crd.) np1 vdz xx vvi av j n2 pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7918 but upon repentance, and the renewings of our communion with him. but upon Repentance, and the renewings of our communion with him. cc-acp p-acp n1, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7919 Having once received grace, we being again helped and assisted by grace, act graciously, before God declares himselfe gracious to us. Having once received grace, we being again helped and assisted by grace, act graciously, before God declares himself gracious to us. vhg a-acp vvn n1, pns12 vbg av vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, n1 av-j, c-acp np1 vvz px31 j p-acp pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7920 When a man is cast upon a sick bed for sin, (that's the case of many) the Lord will see repentance before he will raise him up againe. ( James 5.15.) The prayer of faith shall save the sick, When a man is cast upon a sick Bed for since, (that's the case of many) the Lord will see Repentance before he will raise him up again. (James 5.15.) The prayer of faith shall save the sick, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, (d|vbz dt n1 pp-f d) dt n1 vmb vvi n1 c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp av. (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7921 and if he hath committed sins, they shall be forgiven him; and if he hath committed Sins, they shall be forgiven him; cc cs pns31 vhz vvn n2, pns32 vmb vbi vvn pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7922 that is, if he being cast upon a sick bed to correct or chasten him for the sin that he hath committed, shall humble himselfe, that is, if he being cast upon a sick Bed to correct or chasten him for the since that he hath committed, shall humble himself, cst vbz, cs pns31 vbg vvn p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn, vmb vvi px31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7923 and seek the Lord by prayer, praying and calling for prayer; and seek the Lord by prayer, praying and calling for prayer; cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg cc vvg p-acp n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7924 Then the sin committed shall be forgiven him, and the Lord will raise him up againe. Then the since committed shall be forgiven him, and the Lord will raise him up again. av dt n1 vvn vmb vbi vvn pno31, cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7925 'Tis not the prayer of another that can obtaine deliverance for the sick, much lesse the forgiveness of his sins, It's not the prayer of Another that can obtain deliverance for the sick, much less the forgiveness of his Sins, pn31|vbz xx dt n1 pp-f j-jn cst vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt j, av-d av-dc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7926 if himselfe be prayer-lesse, and repentance-lesse. if himself be prayerless, and repentance-lesse. cs px31 vbi j, cc j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7927 But while others pray for the sick mans bodyly health, they praying also for his soules health, the Lord gives him repentance for his sin, But while Others pray for the sick men bodily health, they praying also for his Souls health, the Lord gives him Repentance for his since, p-acp cs n2-jn vvb p-acp dt j ng1 j n1, pns32 vvg av p-acp po31 ng1 n1, dt n1 vvz pno31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7929 So then before the Lord puts out these second acts of grace, he looks for and finds something in the creature yet still, that also is an effect of his grace both to them and in them. So then before the Lord puts out these second acts of grace, he looks for and finds something in the creature yet still, that also is an Effect of his grace both to them and in them. av av p-acp dt n1 vvz av d ord n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz p-acp cc vvz pi p-acp dt n1 av av, cst av vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-d p-acp pno32 cc p-acp pno32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7930 They, who have already received grace, must stir up their grace, and renew acts of grace (thorough grace) towards him, They, who have already received grace, must stir up their grace, and renew acts of grace (through grace) towards him, pns32, r-crq vhb av vvn n1, vmb vvi a-acp po32 n1, cc vvi n2 pp-f n1 (p-acp n1) p-acp pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7931 before he dispenses acts of grace towards them. before he dispenses acts of grace towards them. c-acp pns31 vvz n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7932 And as consolation in this life, so that highest and last act of grace, salvation, in the life to come, is not bestow'd upon any, till they are fitted. And as consolation in this life, so that highest and last act of grace, salvation, in the life to come, is not bestowed upon any, till they Are fitted. cc c-acp n1 p-acp d n1, av d av-js cc ord n1 pp-f n1, n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vbz xx vvn p-acp d, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7933 God calls and converts the worst of men, those that are in their filth, and mud, God calls and converts the worst of men, those that Are in their filth, and mud, np1 vvz cc vvz dt js pp-f n2, d cst vbr p-acp po32 n1, cc n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7934 and mire, but he will not save a filthy person, he will have him first purged and prepared. and mire, but he will not save a filthy person, he will have him First purged and prepared. cc n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi dt j n1, pns31 vmb vhi pno31 ord vvn cc vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7935 Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not enter into the kingdome of God (1 Cor: 6.9.) and that without holiness no man shall see the Lord (Heb: 12.14.) There is no eternall salvation without preparation; Know you not that the unrighteous shall not enter into the Kingdom of God (1 Cor: 6.9.) and that without holiness no man shall see the Lord (Hebrew: 12.14.) There is no Eternal salvation without preparation; vvb pn22 xx d dt j vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvn fw-la: crd.) cc d p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1 (n1: crd.) pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 398
7936 nor is there any promise of temporall salvation without it. nor is there any promise of temporal salvation without it. ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 399
7937 When a man is sick to death (as in the text, salvation comes not, the Lord is not gracious till the sick mans spirit is humbled and set right; When a man is sick to death (as in the text, salvation comes not, the Lord is not gracious till the sick men Spirit is humbled and Set right; c-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1 (c-acp p-acp dt n1, n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vbz xx j c-acp dt j ng1 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn av-jn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 399
7938 till the messenger hath shewed him, how he may stand upright before the Lord, and he hath imbraced his message; till the Messenger hath showed him, how he may stand upright before the Lord, and he hath embraced his message; c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 399
7939 then, and not till then he is gracious. And as in these words we have the occasion of this grace; then, and not till then he is gracious. And as in these words we have the occasion of this grace; av, cc xx c-acp av pns31 vbz j. cc c-acp p-acp d n2 pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 399
7940 so in the following words we have the publication of this grace; Then he is gracious. And saith, Deliver him from going downe into the pit. so in the following words we have the publication of this grace; Then he is gracious. And Says, Deliver him from going down into the pit. av p-acp dt vvg n2 pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f d n1; cs pns31 vbz j. cc vvz, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1277 Page 399
7941 [ And saith ] that is, the Lord gives out an order presently, he gives out a warrant for the release of the sick man. [ And Says ] that is, the Lord gives out an order presently, he gives out a warrant for the release of the sick man. [ cc vvz ] cst vbz, dt n1 vvz av dt n1 av-j, pns31 vvz av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1278 Page 399
7942 When earthly Princes have once granted pardon to an offender, they say, deliver him; they signe a warrant for his deliverance out of prison, When earthly Princes have once granted pardon to an offender, they say, deliver him; they Signen a warrant for his deliverance out of prison, c-crq j n2 vhb a-acp vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb, vvb pno31; pns32 n1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 av pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1278 Page 399
7943 or they signe a pardon, and say, deliver him from death, when he is at the place of execution. or they Signen a pardon, and say, deliver him from death, when he is At the place of execution. cc pns32 n1 dt n1, cc vvi, vvb pno31 p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1278 Page 399
7944 Thus concerning this sick man, God saith, deliver him from going downe to the pit. Thus Concerning this sick man, God Says, deliver him from going down to the pit. av vvg d j n1, np1 vvz, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1278 Page 399
7945 The word rendred deliver, signifies also to redeem, 'tis used in this forme no where else in all the Scripture. The word rendered deliver, signifies also to Redeem, it's used in this Form no where Else in all the Scripture. dt n1 vvn vvi, vvz av pc-acp vvi, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d n1 dx c-crq av p-acp d dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1279 Page 399
7946 To free, deliver or redeeme a man, intimates his person in hold, then will he say, deliver him. To free, deliver or Redeem a man, intimates his person in hold, then will he say, deliver him. p-acp j, vvb cc vvi dt n1, vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, av vmb pns31 vvi, vvb pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1279 Page 399
7947 From what? there are as many sorts of deliverances, as there are of troubles, each particular strait, From what? there Are as many sorts of Deliverances, as there Are of Troubles, each particular strait, p-acp q-crq? pc-acp vbr p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, c-acp pc-acp vbr pp-f n2, d j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1279 Page 399
7948 and trouble, hath a proportionable deliverance. There is deliverance, First, from captivity or bondage. Secondly, from want or poverty. and trouble, hath a proportionable deliverance. There is deliverance, First, from captivity or bondage. Secondly, from want or poverty. cc vvi, vhz dt j n1. pc-acp vbz n1, ord, p-acp n1 cc n1. ord, p-acp n1 cc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1279 Page 399
7949 Thirdly, from imminent sudden danger or perill by land or Sea. Fourthly, from sicknesses and diseases. Fifthly, from death; and that two-fold; Thirdly, from imminent sudden danger or peril by land or Sea. Fourthly, from Sicknesses and diseases. Fifthly, from death; and that twofold; ord, p-acp j j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 ord, p-acp n2 cc n2. ord, p-acp n1; cc d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1279 Page 399
7950 First, from temporall, Secondly, from eternall death. First, from temporal, Secondly, from Eternal death. ord, p-acp j, ord, p-acp j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1279 Page 399
7951 Here when he saith, deliver him, we may determine this deliverance by the latter words of the text, to be a deliverance from deadly sickness; Here when he Says, deliver him, we may determine this deliverance by the latter words of the text, to be a deliverance from deadly sickness; av c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb pno31, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt d n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1279 Page 399
7952 deliver him from going downe to the pit; that is, deliver him from death; To goe downe to the pit, is often in Scripture put to signifie dying. deliver him from going down to the pit; that is, deliver him from death; To go down to the pit, is often in Scripture put to signify dying. vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1; cst vbz, vvb pno31 p-acp n1; pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, vbz av p-acp n1 vvd pc-acp vvi vvg. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1279 Page 399
7953 Further, The pit implyes corruption, because in the pit or grave, the body corrupts. Further, The pit Implies corruption, Because in the pit or grave, the body corrupts. jc, dt n1 vvz n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 vvz. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 399
7954 It is sayd indeed ( Numb: 16.30.) of that rebellious triumvirate, Corah, Dathan, and Abiram, they went downe alive into the pit, but they went downe to death, It is said indeed (Numb: 16.30.) of that rebellious triumvirate, Corah, Dathan, and Abiram, they went down alive into the pit, but they went down to death, pn31 vbz vvn av (j: crd.) pp-f d j n1, np1, np1, cc np1, pns32 vvd a-acp j p-acp dt n1, p-acp pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 399
7955 and ordinarily the dead only goe downe to the pit. The same phrase is used ( Psal: 28.1. Psal: 88.4. Ezek: 31.14. Ezek: 32.18, 24, 29, 30.) That text is very remarkeable ( Prov: 28.17.) He that offereth violence to the blood of another, he shall flee to the pit, let no man stay him; and ordinarily the dead only go down to the pit. The same phrase is used (Psalm: 28.1. Psalm: 88.4. Ezekiel: 31.14. Ezekiel: 32.18, 24, 29, 30.) That text is very remarkable (Curae: 28.17.) He that Offereth violence to the blood of Another, he shall flee to the pit, let no man stay him; cc av-j dt j av-j vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1. dt d n1 vbz vvd (np1: crd. np1: crd. np1: crd. np1: crd, crd, crd, crd) cst n1 vbz av j (np1: crd.) pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb dx n1 vvi pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 399
7956 That is, The murderer, who in wrath and hatred, or upon private revenge dest•oyeth the life of any man, shall hasten to destruction, either as chased and hurried by his owne feares like Cain and Judas, or as prosecuted by the justice of the Magistrate. That is, The murderer, who in wrath and hatred, or upon private revenge dest•oyeth the life of any man, shall hasten to destruction, either as chased and hurried by his own fears like Cain and Judas, or as prosecuted by the Justice of the Magistrate. cst vbz, dt n1, r-crq p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1, av-d c-acp vvd cc vvd p-acp po31 d n2 av-j np1 cc np1, cc a-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 400
7957 And as he thus hasteth to the pit, so let no man stay him, that is, And as he thus hastes to the pit, so let no man stay him, that is, cc c-acp pns31 av vvz p-acp dt n1, av vvb dx n1 vvi pno31, cst vbz, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 400
7958 First, let no man conceale him; Secondly, let no man move for his impunity, or sollicite his pardon; First, let no man conceal him; Secondly, let no man move for his impunity, or solicit his pardon; ord, vvb dx n1 vvi pno31; ord, vvb dx n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 400
7959 or if any doe, then Thirdly, let not the Magistrate grant his pardon; or if any do, then Thirdly, let not the Magistrate grant his pardon; cc cs d vdb, cs ord, vvb xx dt n1 vvb po31 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 400
7960 For the old universall Law tells him his duty ( Gen: 9.6.) He that sheddeth mans blood, by man (that is, by the Magistrate commanding, For the old universal Law tells him his duty (Gen: 9.6.) He that sheds men blood, by man (that is, by the Magistrate commanding, c-acp dt j j n1 vvz pno31 po31 n1 (np1: crd.) pns31 cst vvz ng1 n1, p-acp n1 (cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 vvg, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 400
7961 and by his officers executing) shall his blood be shed. and by his Officers executing) shall his blood be shed. cc p-acp po31 n2 vvg) vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 400
7962 And as another Law hath it ( Deut: 19.13.) Thine eye shall not spare him, &c. The Magistrate who is in Gods stead, may not say of him, And as Another Law hath it (Deuteronomy: 19.13.) Thine eye shall not spare him, etc. The Magistrate who is in God's stead, may not say of him, cc p-acp j-jn n1 vhz pn31 (fw-fr: crd.) po21 n1 vmb xx vvi pno31, av dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp ng1 n1, vmb xx vvi pp-f pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 400
7963 as here God doth of the sick man, Deliver him from going downe to the pit. as Here God does of the sick man, Deliver him from going down to the pit. c-acp av np1 vdz pp-f dt j n1, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 400
7964 His blood is ill spared who would not spare the blood of another. His blood is ill spared who would not spare the blood of Another. po31 n1 vbz av-jn vvn r-crq vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n-jn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1280 Page 400
7965 But it may be questioned, for as much as the text saith only in general, deliver him, Into whose hands this warrant for his deliverance is delivered? or who is directed to deliver him? Master Broughton represents God speaking this to the sick mans disease, But it may be questioned, for as much as the text Says only in general, deliver him, Into whose hands this warrant for his deliverance is Delivered? or who is directed to deliver him? Master Broughton represents God speaking this to the sick men disease, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp c-acp d c-acp dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp n1, vvb pno31, p-acp rg-crq n2 d n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn? cc q-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno31? n1 np1 vvz np1 vvg d p-acp dt j ng1 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7966 for thus he renders the text; for thus he renders the text; c-acp av pns31 vvz dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7967 Then he will have mercy upon him, and say, Spare him (O killing malady) from descending into the pit. Then he will have mercy upon him, and say, Spare him (Oh killing malady) from descending into the pit. cs pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvi, vvb pno31 (uh n1 n1) p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7968 God will speak thus to the disease (and there is a great elegancy in it) spare him O killing malady. God will speak thus to the disease (and there is a great elegancy in it) spare him Oh killing malady. np1 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 (cc pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp pn31) vvb pno31 uh j-vvg n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7969 Diseases come and goe at Gods command; they hurt and they spare at his direction; Diseases come and go At God's command; they hurt and they spare At his direction; n2 vvb cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1; pns32 vvb cc pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7970 As the Lords breath or word bloweth away the winds ( Math: 8.27.) The men marvelled, saying, Who is this that even the winde and the seas obey him? So the Lords breath bloweth away sickness; As the lords breath or word blows away the winds (Math: 8.27.) The men marveled, saying, Who is this that even the wind and the Seas obey him? So the lords breath blows away sickness; c-acp dt n2 n1 cc n1 vvz av dt n2 (np1: crd.) dt n2 vvd, vvg, r-crq vbz d cst av dt n1 cc dt n2 vvb pno31? av dt n2 n1 vvz av n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7971 if he doe but speak to a disease, to a feaver, to an ague, to a dropsie, to a consumption, O killing malady, spare him, thou hast done enough (any disease might prevaile to death, did not God say, spare him ) hold thy hand, not a blow more, not a fit more O killing malady. Death it selfe, much more sickness, heareth the voyce of God. if he do but speak to a disease, to a fever, to an ague, to a dropsy, to a consumption, Oh killing malady, spare him, thou hast done enough (any disease might prevail to death, did not God say, spare him) hold thy hand, not a blow more, not a fit more Oh killing malady. Death it self, much more sickness, hears the voice of God. cs pns31 vdb cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, uh n1 n1, vvb pno31, pns21 vh2 vdn av-d (d n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, vdd xx np1 vvi, vvb pno31) vvb po21 n1, xx dt n1 av-dc, xx dt j dc uh n1 n1. n1 pn31 n1, av-d av-dc n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7972 And it may be said to heare him, because it doth that, which they who have the power of hearing ought to doe; And it may be said to hear him, Because it does that, which they who have the power of hearing ought to do; cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp pn31 vdz d, r-crq pns32 r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f vvg pi pc-acp vdi; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7973 that is, it obeyeth or yeildeth to the voyce and command of God, & will no longer afflict the sick man. that is, it Obeyeth or yieldeth to the voice and command of God, & will no longer afflict the sick man. d vbz, pn31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc vmb av-dx av-jc vvi dt j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7974 Diseases may be said to deliver a man from death, & the pit, when they depart from him. Yet, Diseases may be said to deliver a man from death, & the pit, when they depart from him. Yet, n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno31. av, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1281 Page 400
7975 Secondly, I conceive this warrant for the deliverance of the sick man, is given out to the messenger or interpreter, to the one among a thousand, that visiteth him in his sickness. Secondly, I conceive this warrant for the deliverance of the sick man, is given out to the Messenger or interpreter, to the one among a thousand, that Visiteth him in his sickness. ord, pns11 vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt crd p-acp dt crd, cst vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7976 He having been with him, and dealt with his conscience, he having brought him into a good frame, the Lord is gracious, and in answer to his prayer, sets it upon his heart that he shall recover, He having been with him, and dealt with his conscience, he having brought him into a good frame, the Lord is gracious, and in answer to his prayer, sets it upon his heart that he shall recover, pns31 vhg vbn p-acp pno31, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhg vvn pno31 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vbz j, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7977 and warrants him to tell him so, which is, declaratively, to deliver him from going downe to the pit. and warrants him to tell him so, which is, declaratively, to deliver him from going down to the pit. cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 av, r-crq vbz, av-j, p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7978 This act of mans delivering the sicke, is like that act of man pardoning the sinner ( John 20.23.) that is, 'tis ministeriall or declarative, not originall nor Authoritative. This act of men delivering the sick, is like that act of man pardoning the sinner (John 20.23.) that is, it's ministerial or declarative, not original nor Authoritative. d n1 pp-f ng1 vvg dt j, vbz av-j d n1 pp-f n1 vvg dt n1 (np1 crd.) cst vbz, pn31|vbz j cc j, xx j-jn ccx j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7979 The interpreter doth not deliver him, but tells him God will. The interpreter does not deliver him, but tells him God will. dt n1 vdz xx vvi pno31, cc-acp vvz pno31 np1 vmb. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7980 We have the Psalmist speaking thus after his supplication and prayer made to the Lord for a sick State or Nation or for a sick Church (that's his scope, Psal: 85.) Wilt thou not revive us againe, that thy people may rejoyc• in thee (v. 6.) Surely thou wilt, We have the Psalmist speaking thus After his supplication and prayer made to the Lord for a sick State or nation or for a sick Church (that's his scope, Psalm: 85.) Wilt thou not revive us again, that thy people may rejoyc• in thee (v. 6.) Surely thou wilt, pns12 vhb dt n1 vvg av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 cc p-acp dt j n1 (cst|vbz po31 n1, np1: crd) vm2 pns21 xx vvi pno12 av, cst po21 n1 vmb n1 p-acp pno21 (n1 crd) np1 pns21 vm2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7981 and he expresseth his confidence, that God would ( v. 8.) I will heare what God the Lord will speake, and he Expresses his confidence, that God would (v. 8.) I will hear what God the Lord will speak, cc pns31 vvz po31 n1, cst np1 vmd (n1 crd) pns11 vmb vvi r-crq np1 dt n1 vmb vvi, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7982 for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his Saints. When he had prayed he would harken for news, or for a message from heaven, for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his Saints. When he had prayed he would harken for news, or for a message from heaven, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n2. c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7983 whether or no, the Lord would order him to speak peace to those for whom he had been praying, whither or not, the Lord would order him to speak peace to those for whom he had been praying, cs cc xx, dt n1 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhd vbn vvg, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7984 and say, deliver them from going downe to the pit. and say, deliver them from going down to the pit. cc vvi, vvb pno32 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7985 Thus did the Prophet Habakkuk, I will stand upon my watch, and set me upon my tower, Thus did the Prophet Habakkuk, I will stand upon my watch, and Set me upon my tower, av vdd dt n1 np1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc vvb pno11 p-acp po11 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7986 and see what he will say unto me, and what I shall answer when I am reproved (Chap: 2.1.) In the next verse, The Lord answered and sayd, write the vision and make it plaine upon tables, that he may run that readeth it. and see what he will say unto me, and what I shall answer when I am reproved (Chap: 2.1.) In the next verse, The Lord answered and said, write the vision and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it. cc vvb r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, cc r-crq pns11 vmb vvi c-crq pns11 vbm vvn (n1: crd.) p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 vvd cc vvd, vvb dt n1 cc vvi pn31 av-j p-acp n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi cst vvz pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7987 And what was the answer? surely deliverance; And what was the answer? surely deliverance; cc r-crq vbds dt n1? av-j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7988 for having sayd, in the end it shall speake and not lye (v. 3.) he concludes ( v. 4.) The just shall live by his faith. for having said, in the end it shall speak and not lie (v. 3.) he concludes (v. 4.) The just shall live by his faith. c-acp vhg vvn, p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vvi cc xx vvi (n1 crd) pns31 vvz (n1 crd) dt j vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7989 Believing deliverance, he shall at last be delivered from the pit of captivity and live. Believing deliverance, he shall At last be Delivered from the pit of captivity and live. vvg n1, pns31 vmb p-acp ord vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1282 Page 401
7990 Here in the text we must suppose this messenger had prayed, and having prayed, he did not neglect his prayer, Here in the text we must suppose this Messenger had prayed, and having prayed, he did not neglect his prayer, av p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi d n1 vhd vvn, cc vhg vvn, pns31 vdd xx vvi po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 401
7991 but was hearkning what the Lord would say. but was Harkening what the Lord would say. cc-acp vbds vvg r-crq dt n1 vmd vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 401
7992 Elihu was confident the Lord would give a gracious answer, though not by an immediate voyce or revelation to his eare, Elihu was confident the Lord would give a gracious answer, though not by an immediate voice or Revelation to his ear, np1 vbds j dt n1 vmd vvi dt j n1, cs xx p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 401
7993 yet by an assurance of the mercy given into his spirit. yet by an assurance of the mercy given into his Spirit. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 401
7994 When that good king Hezekiah, was not only sick unto death, but had received an expresse message from the Lord, Set thy house in order, When that good King Hezekiah, was not only sick unto death, but had received an express message from the Lord, Set thy house in order, c-crq d j n1 np1, vbds xx av-j j p-acp n1, p-acp vhd vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb po21 n1 p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 401
7995 for thou shalt dye and not live (2 Kings 20.1.) 'Tis sayd at the 2d verse, He turned his face to the wall, for thou shalt die and not live (2 Kings 20.1.) It's said At the 2d verse, He turned his face to the wall, c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi cc xx vvi (crd n2 crd.) pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt crd n1, pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 401
7996 and prayed unto the Lord, saying, &c. And at the 4th verse, The word of the Lord came to Isaiah the Prophet, saying, turne againe, and prayed unto the Lord, saying, etc. And At the 4th verse, The word of the Lord Come to Isaiah the Prophet, saying, turn again, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, vvg, av cc p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 dt n1, vvg, vvb av, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
7997 and tell Hezekiah the Captain of my people; and tell Hezekiah the Captain of my people; cc vvb np1 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
7998 Thus saith the Lord, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seene thy teares, Thus Says the Lord, the God of David thy father, I have herd thy prayer, I have seen thy tears, av vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 po21 n1, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
7999 behold, I will heale thee, &c. Here God gave a word formally, and put it into the Prophets mouth, Goe deliver him from going downe to the pit. behold, I will heal thee, etc. Here God gave a word formally, and put it into the prophets Mouth, Go deliver him from going down to the pit. vvb, pns11 vmb vvi pno21, av av np1 vvd dt n1 av-j, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt ng1 n1, vvb vvi pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
8000 And though the Lord doth not thus now in such an explicite and open way, And though the Lord does not thus now in such an explicit and open Way, cc cs dt n1 vdz xx av av p-acp d dt j cc j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
8001 nor may we expect it, yet there is a virtuall saying of this word from the Lord, nor may we expect it, yet there is a virtual saying of this word from the Lord, ccx vmb pns12 vvi pn31, av pc-acp vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
8002 and that sometimes mightily imprest upon the hearts of those who have prayed and sought unto him, and that sometime mightily impressed upon the hearts of those who have prayed and sought unto him, cc cst av av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
8003 for the sick man, whereby (not by an ungrounded vaine confidence, but by a scripturall holy confidence, comparing the promise with the mans condition) they are enabled to tell him, The Lord hath delivered thee from going downe to the pit. for the sick man, whereby (not by an ungrounded vain confidence, but by a scriptural holy confidence, comparing the promise with the men condition) they Are enabled to tell him, The Lord hath Delivered thee from going down to the pit. p-acp dt j n1, c-crq (xx p-acp dt j j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j j n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1) pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31, dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
8004 And he shall as certainly be delivered, as if the Lord had sent an expresse from heaven to tell him so. And he shall as Certainly be Delivered, as if the Lord had sent an express from heaven to tell him so. cc pns31 vmb a-acp av-j vbi vvn, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn dt j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
8005 Then he is gracious to him, and saith, deliver him from going downe to the pit. Hence observe. Then he is gracious to him, and Says, deliver him from going down to the pit. Hence observe. av pns31 vbz j p-acp pno31, cc vvz, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. av vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1283 Page 402
8006 First, Death is a going to the pit, a going to destruction. Thus it is ordinarily with all who dye, to the pit they goe. First, Death is a going to the pit, a going to destruction. Thus it is ordinarily with all who die, to the pit they go. ord, n1 vbz dt vvg p-acp dt n1, dt vvg p-acp n1. av pn31 vbz av-j p-acp d r-crq vvb, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1284 Page 402
8007 Many dye and goe downe to the bottomless pit; all who dye may be sayd to goe to the pit. Many die and go down to the bottomless pit; all who die may be said to go to the pit. av-d vvi cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1; d r-crq vvb vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1285 Page 402
8008 To goe to the bottomless pit, is the circumlocution of eternall death, as to goe to the pit is the circumlocution of temporall death. To go to the bottomless pit, is the circumlocution of Eternal death, as to go to the pit is the circumlocution of temporal death. p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1285 Page 402
8009 Secondly, Forasmuch as the man being sick the Lord gives out this word, deliver him from going downe to the pit. Note. Secondly, Forasmuch as the man being sick the Lord gives out this word, deliver him from going down to the pit. Note. ord, av c-acp dt n1 vbg j dt n1 vvz av d n1, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1286 Page 402
8010 Sickness hath in it a tendency unto death. The sick stand as it were upon the borders of the grave. Sickness hath in it a tendency unto death. The sick stand as it were upon the borders of the grave. n1 vhz p-acp pn31 dt n1 p-acp n1. dt j n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1287 Page 402
8011 Some not only put death farr from them in health, but in their sickness; untill they are even dead, they scarce thinke themselves dying. some not only put death Far from them in health, but in their sickness; until they Are even dead, they scarce think themselves dying. d xx av-j vvn n1 av-j p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp po32 n1; c-acp pns32 vbr av j, pns32 av-j vvi px32 vvg. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1288 Page 402
8012 It is good for us in our health and best strength to be looking into the pit, It is good for us in our health and best strength to be looking into the pit, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1 cc js n1 pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1288 Page 402
8013 and considering upon what grounds of comfort we can descend into the grave. and considering upon what grounds of Comfort we can descend into the grave. cc vvg p-acp r-crq n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1288 Page 402
8014 How much more should we be thinking of and looking into the pit, when we are in a languishing and dying condition? Thirdly, Observe. How much more should we be thinking of and looking into the pit, when we Are in a languishing and dying condition? Thirdly, Observe. c-crq d dc vmd pns12 vbi vvg pp-f cc vvg p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt j-vvg cc j-vvg n1? ord, vvb. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1288 Page 402
8015 The word and work of deliverance is from God alone; Then he will be gracious and say, deliver him from going downe to the pit. The word and work of deliverance is from God alone; Then he will be gracious and say, deliver him from going down to the pit. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp np1 av-j; av pns31 vmb vbi j cc vvi, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1289 Page 403
8016 God can, and God only can deliver from death; no creature in heaven or earth can speak this but by commission from God; God can, and God only can deliver from death; no creature in heaven or earth can speak this but by commission from God; np1 vmb, cc np1 av-j vmb vvi p-acp n1; dx n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vvi d cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1290 Page 403
8017 none can open this secret till God interpret it. Deliverance is the Lords salvation; none can open this secret till God interpret it. Deliverance is the lords salvation; pix vmb vvi d n-jn p-acp np1 vvi pn31. n1 vbz dt ng1 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1290 Page 403
8018 and the word of salvation from sickness, as well as of salvation from hell, comes out from the Lord. and the word of salvation from sickness, as well as of salvation from hell, comes out from the Lord. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vvz av p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1290 Page 403
8019 But is it not sayd ( Pro: 11.4.) Righteousness delivereth from death. I answer; But is it not said (Pro: 11.4.) Righteousness Delivereth from death. I answer; cc-acp vbz pn31 xx vvd (np1: crd.) n1 vvz p-acp n1. pns11 vvb; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1291 Page 403
8020 when it is sayd, Righteousness delivereth from death, The meaning is, God delivereth the righteous from death. when it is said, Righteousness Delivereth from death, The meaning is, God Delivereth the righteous from death. c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, n1 vvz p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz, np1 vvz dt j p-acp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1292 Page 403
8021 He delivereth them from the sting and terror, from all that which is properly called the evill of corporall death; He Delivereth them from the sting and terror, from all that which is properly called the evil of corporal death; pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp d d r-crq vbz av-j vvn dt n-jn pp-f j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1292 Page 403
8022 and he delivereth them wholly from the least touch or shadow of eternall death. and he Delivereth them wholly from the least touch or shadow of Eternal death. cc pns31 vvz pno32 av-jn p-acp dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1292 Page 403
8023 And this righteousness which delivers from death is not our own, but the righteousness of Christ made ours by the appoyntment of God, And this righteousness which delivers from death is not our own, but the righteousness of christ made ours by the appointment of God, cc d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1 vbz xx po12 d, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd png12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1292 Page 403
8024 and received as ours by faith. and received as ours by faith. cc vvn c-acp png12 p-acp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1292 Page 403
8067 Jesus Christ came out of the bosome of the Father, there he was, God found him in and with himself; jesus christ Come out of the bosom of the Father, there he was, God found him in and with himself; np1 np1 vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp pns31 vbds, np1 vvd pno31 p-acp cc p-acp px31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1299 Page 405
8025 'Tis neither any righteousness wrought in us, nor any righteousness wrought by us, but that righteousness which is wrought for us, which delivereth from death: It's neither any righteousness wrought in us, nor any righteousness wrought by us, but that righteousness which is wrought for us, which Delivereth from death: pn31|vbz dx d n1 vvn p-acp pno12, ccx d n1 vvn p-acp pno12, cc-acp cst n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12, r-crq vvz p-acp n1: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1292 Page 403
8026 and that delivereth us from death, because God saith of such a righteous person, deliver him, and that Delivereth us from death, Because God Says of such a righteous person, deliver him, cc cst vvz pno12 p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f d dt j n1, vvb pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1292 Page 403
8027 as often from temporall death, or going downe to the pit of the grave, so alwayes from eternall death, as often from temporal death, or going down to the pit of the grave, so always from Eternal death, c-acp av p-acp j n1, cc vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av av p-acp j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1292 Page 403
8028 or going downe to the pit of hell. Fourthly, In that this word deliver him, is given to the messenger. Observe. or going down to the pit of hell. Fourthly, In that this word deliver him, is given to the Messenger. Observe. cc vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. ord, p-acp cst d n1 vvb pno31, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. vvb. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1292 Page 403
8029 God conveighs deliverance and mercy to us by men like our selves. God conveys deliverance and mercy to us by men like our selves. np1 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 vvb po12 n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1294 Page 403
8030 He will have the creature beholding to the creature for his mercy, though mercy come freely and only from himselfe. He will have the creature beholding to the creature for his mercy, though mercy come freely and only from himself. pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs n1 vvb av-j cc av-j p-acp px31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1295 Page 403
8031 God delivereth the sick and the sinner in such a method that we may owne, though not stay in his messengers, as the instruments of his favour. God Delivereth the sick and the sinner in such a method that we may own, though not stay in his messengers, as the Instruments of his favour. np1 vvz dt j cc dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi, cs xx vvi p-acp po31 n2, c-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1295 Page 403
8032 God who can doe all things by himselfe, will not doe many things but by meanes. God who can do all things by himself, will not do many things but by means. np1 r-crq vmb vdi d n2 p-acp px31, vmb xx vdi d n2 cc-acp p-acp n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1295 Page 403
8033 He saith to the messenger, Deliver him from going downe to the pit. He Says to the Messenger, Deliver him from going down to the pit. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1295 Page 403
8034 You will say, How can a Minister or a Messenger deliver the sick from going downe to the pit? You will say, How can a Minister or a Messenger deliver the sick from going down to the pit? pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vmb dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb dt j p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1? (17) chapter (DIV2) 1296 Page 404
8035 I answer, (as was touched before) he delivers him by declaring to him the minde of God, by acquainting the sick with the promises of deliverance, I answer, (as was touched before) he delivers him by declaring to him the mind of God, by acquainting the sick with the promises of deliverance, pns11 vvb, (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg dt j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8036 and by pressing him to believe and rest upon them; and by pressing him to believe and rest upon them; cc p-acp vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8037 by assuring him that as God is able to performe the promise, so he is faithfull and willing to performe it; by assuring him that as God is able to perform the promise, so he is faithful and willing to perform it; p-acp vvg pno31 cst p-acp np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1, av pns31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi pn31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8038 yea that he hath given some tokens for good that he will deliver him from going downe to the pit. yea that he hath given Some tokens for good that he will deliver him from going down to the pit. uh cst pns31 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp j cst pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8039 Thus the worke of Gods free grace, mercy, and power, is oftentimes attributed to instruments and second causes, Thus the work of God's free grace, mercy, and power, is oftentimes attributed to Instruments and second Causes, av dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, n1, cc n1, vbz av vvn p-acp n2 cc ord n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8040 because they have their place and use in the bringing about the purposes of God for the good of his people. Because they have their place and use in the bringing about the Purposes of God for the good of his people. c-acp pns32 vhb po32 n1 cc vvi p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8041 Hence some men are called Saviours; And Saviours shall come up on mount Zion (Obad: Hence Some men Are called Saviors; And Saviors shall come up on mount Zion (Obadiah: av d n2 vbr vvn ng1; cc ng1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 np1 (np1: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8042 v. 21.) No man can save either from temporall or eternall destruction; v. 21.) No man can save either from temporal or Eternal destruction; n1 crd) dx n1 vmb vvi av-d p-acp j cc j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8043 He that is our God is the God of salvation, and unto God the Lord belong the issues from death (Ps: 68.20.) yet saith the Prophet, there shall come Saviours; that is, God will rayse up worthy men, principall men (as another Prophet cals them, Mic: 5.5.) who shall destroy Zions enemies. He that is our God is the God of salvation, and unto God the Lord belong the issues from death (Psalm: 68.20.) yet Says the Prophet, there shall come Saviors; that is, God will raise up worthy men, principal men (as Another Prophet calls them, Mic: 5.5.) who shall destroy Zions enemies. pns31 cst vbz po12 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp np1 dt n1 vvb dt n2 p-acp n1 (n1: crd.) av vvz dt n1, a-acp vmb vvi ng1; cst vbz, np1 vmb vvi a-acp j n2, j-jn n2 (c-acp j-jn n1 vvz pno32, j: crd.) q-crq vmb vvi n2 n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8044 Thus Paul admonisheth Timothy, Take heed to thy selfe, and to thy doctrine, continue in them, Thus Paul Admonisheth Timothy, Take heed to thy self, and to thy Doctrine, continue in them, av np1 vvz np1, vvb n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc p-acp po21 n1, vvb p-acp pno32, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8068 God did not find the ransome by chance, nor did he find it by advice and consultation with others, God did not find the ransom by chance, nor did he find it by Advice and consultation with Others, np1 vdd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, ccx vdd pns31 vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1299 Page 405
8045 for in so doing thou shalt save thy selfe and them that heare thee (1 Tim: 4.16.) The Apostle James (Chap: 5.20.) speakes the same thing; for in so doing thou shalt save thy self and them that hear thee (1 Tim: 4.16.) The Apostle James (Chap: 5.20.) speaks the same thing; c-acp p-acp av vdg pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 cc pno32 cst vvb pno21 (vvd np1: crd.) dt n1 np1 (n1: crd.) vvz dt d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8046 He which converteth a sinner from the errour of his way, shall save a soule from death, He which Converts a sinner from the error of his Way, shall save a soul from death, pns31 r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8047 and shall hide a multitude of sins. and shall hide a multitude of Sins. cc vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8048 And the same Apostle faith (as to the case in the text) at the 15th verse of the same Chapter; And the same Apostle faith (as to the case in the text) At the 15th verse of the same Chapter; cc dt d n1 n1 (c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8049 The prayer of faith shall save the sicke. Though none can save, yet many are means of our salvation. The prayer of faith shall save the sick. Though none can save, yet many Are means of our salvation. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt j. cs pi vmb vvi, av d vbr n2 pp-f po12 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8050 And the Lord is pleased to honour those who are the meanes of any salvation, And the Lord is pleased to honour those who Are the means of any salvation, cc dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8051 so farre, as to say, They save. It is indeed the duty of all to ascribe the all of every worke and piece of salvation and deliverance to God only. so Far, as to say, They save. It is indeed the duty of all to ascribe the all of every work and piece of salvation and deliverance to God only. av av-j, c-acp pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvb. pn31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f d pc-acp vvi dt d pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 av-j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8052 When the people stood wondering at Peter and John after they had healed the lame man, Peter answered ( Acts 3.12.) Ye men of Israel, why marvel ye at this? or why looke ye so earnestly on us, When the people stood wondering At Peter and John After they had healed the lame man, Peter answered (Acts 3.12.) You men of Israel, why marvel you At this? or why look you so earnestly on us, c-crq dt n1 vvd vvg p-acp np1 cc np1 c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt j n1, np1 vvd (vvz crd.) pn22 n2 pp-f np1, q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp d? cc q-crq vvb pn22 av av-j p-acp pno12, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8053 as if we by our own power or holiness had made this man to walke. The God of Abraham, &c. hath glorified his Son Jesus; as if we by our own power or holiness had made this man to walk. The God of Abraham, etc. hath glorified his Son jesus; c-acp cs pns12 p-acp po12 d n1 cc n1 vhd vvn d n1 pc-acp vvi. dt n1 pp-f np1, av vhz vvn po31 n1 np1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8054 As if they had said, Therefore doe ye also glorifie him, not us for delivering this lame man. As if they had said, Therefore do you also Glorify him, not us for delivering this lame man. c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, av vdb pn22 av vvi pno31, xx pno12 p-acp vvg d j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8055 Though God is pleased to put much honour upon man, by speaking of what himselfe doth, Though God is pleased to put much honour upon man, by speaking of what himself does, cs np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pp-f r-crq px31 vdz, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8056 as if man had done it; as if man had done it; c-acp cs n1 vhd vdn pn31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8057 yet he will not give the glory of what he doth to any man, nor may any take it. yet he will not give the glory of what he does to any man, nor may any take it. av pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp d n1, ccx vmb d vvi pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 404
8058 God saith to the messenger, deliver him from going downe to the pit; God Says to the Messenger, deliver him from going down to the pit; np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 405
8059 but woe to that messenger who saith (when he is delivered) I have delivered him from going downe to the pit. but woe to that Messenger who Says (when he is Delivered) I have Delivered him from going down to the pit. p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz (c-crq pns31 vbz vvn) pns11 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1297 Page 405
8060 Thus we see the spring of the sick mans recovery, it is from the graciousness of God, Thus we see the spring of the sick men recovery, it is from the graciousness of God, av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1298 Page 405
8061 and we see the meanes of it, God gives a warrant to his messenger, saying, Deliver him from going down to the pit; and we see the means of it, God gives a warrant to his Messenger, saying, Deliver him from going down to the pit; cc pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f pn31, np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvg, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1298 Page 405
8062 But what is the procuring or meritorious cause of this deliverance? As the Text hath shewed us the first moving cause, The grace of God, so it shewes us the meritorious cause, by which his deliverance is procured; But what is the procuring or meritorious cause of this deliverance? As the Text hath showed us the First moving cause, The grace of God, so it shows us the meritorious cause, by which his deliverance is procured; p-acp r-crq vbz dt n-vvg cc j n1 pp-f d n1? p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 dt ord j-vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, av pn31 vvz pno12 dt j n1, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1298 Page 405
8063 Things are so ordered in the Covenant of grace, that though the Lord acts with infinite freeness, Things Are so ordered in the Covenant of grace, that though the Lord acts with infinite freeness, n2 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst cs dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1298 Page 405
8064 yet he hath appointed and ordered a way in which alone he will doe, what he freely doth. yet he hath appointed and ordered a Way in which alone he will do, what he freely does. av pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn dt n1 p-acp r-crq av-j pns31 vmb vdi, r-crq pns31 av-j vdz. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1298 Page 405
8065 This is expressed in the last clause of the verse, Fer I have found a ransome. This is expressed in the last clause of the verse, Fer I have found a ransom. d vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, fw-fr pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1298 Page 405
8066 But where did God find it? certainly in his own bosome, in his own heart; But where did God find it? Certainly in his own bosom, in his own heart; cc-acp q-crq vdd np1 vvi pn31? av-j p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp po31 d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1299 Page 405
8069 but he found it in himself, in his own infinite wisdome and goodness; that is, he contrived it, he invented i• there. but he found it in himself, in his own infinite Wisdom and Goodness; that is, he contrived it, he invented i• there. cc-acp pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp px31, p-acp po31 d j n1 cc n1; d vbz, pns31 vvd pn31, pns31 vvd n1 a-acp. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1299 Page 405
8070 This rare, this most excellent thing, a ransome, is the Lords own invention. I have found it, I know how to doe this man good, I know how to save him, This rare, this most excellent thing, a ransom, is the lords own invention. I have found it, I know how to do this man good, I know how to save him, d j, d av-ds j n1, dt n1, vbz dt n2 d n1. pns11 vhb vvn pn31, pns11 vvb c-crq pc-acp vdi d n1 j, pns11 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1299 Page 405
8071 and doe my own honour and Justice no hurt, no wrong: my honour is saved, my Justice is satisfied in doing it. I have found a ransome. and do my own honour and justice no hurt, no wrong: my honour is saved, my justice is satisfied in doing it. I have found a ransom. cc vdb po11 d n1 cc n1 av-dx n1, dx n-jn: po11 n1 vbz vvn, po11 n1 vbz vvn p-acp vdg pn31. pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1299 Page 405
8072 The word here rendred a ransome signifies in the Verb, to cover or to hide that which before lay open, that it appeare no more. The word Here rendered a ransom signifies in the Verb, to cover or to hide that which before lay open, that it appear no more. dt n1 av vvn dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi cst r-crq a-acp vvd j, cst pn31 vvi av-dx av-dc. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 405
8073 Grace brings another face upon things, a new face, I may say, upon our souls. The covering of sin elegantly denotes the pardon of sin. Grace brings Another face upon things, a new face, I may say, upon our Souls. The covering of since elegantly denotes the pardon of since. n1 vvz j-jn n1 p-acp n2, dt j n1, pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp po12 n2. dt n-vvg pp-f n1 av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 405
8074 And what reason have we to be thankfull and rejoyce, when sin (our soul durt and deformity) is covered! And what reason have we to be thankful and rejoice, when since (our soul dirt and deformity) is covered! cc q-crq n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vbi j cc vvi, c-crq n1 (po12 n1 n1 cc n1) vbz vvn! (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 405
8075 We have very foul faces (I meane outward conversations) and more foul souls, or inward inclinations, till the Lord is graciously pleased to put a covering upon them. We have very foul faces (I mean outward conversations) and more foul Souls, or inward inclinations, till the Lord is graciously pleased to put a covering upon them. pns12 vhb av j n2 (pns11 vvb j n2) cc av-dc j n2, cc j n2, c-acp dt n1 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg p-acp pno32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 405
8076 If we cover our own sins we shall have no mercy, but if the Lord once cover our sins, he cannot deny us mercy, that being it self our greatest mercy, If we cover our own Sins we shall have no mercy, but if the Lord once cover our Sins, he cannot deny us mercy, that being it self our greatest mercy, cs pns12 vvb po12 d n2 pns12 vmb vhi dx n1, cc-acp cs dt n1 a-acp vvi po12 n2, pns31 vmbx vvi pno12 n1, cst vbg pn31 n1 po12 js n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 405
8077 and the fruit of his great mercy. and the fruit of his great mercy. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 405
8078 The Mercy-seat, so famous in the Mosaicall Poedogogy, is exprest by this word, which properly signifieth a Covering. The Mercy-seat was it self a Covering of pure gold, laid over the Arke, in which Arke the Law was put ( Exod. 25.17.21.) Thou shalt put the Mercy-seat above upon the Arke, The Mercy-seat, so famous in the Mosaical Poedogogy, is expressed by this word, which properly signifies a Covering. The Mercy-seat was it self a Covering of pure gold, laid over the Ark, in which Ark the Law was put (Exod 25.17.21.) Thou shalt put the Mercy-seat above upon the Ark, dt n1, av j p-acp dt j n1, vbz vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq av-j vvz dt vvg. dt n1 vbds pn31 n1 dt vvg pp-f j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vbds vvn (np1 crd.) pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 406
8079 and in the Ark thou shalt put the testimony that I shall give thee. And as the dimensions of the Arke were two Cubits and a halfe in length, and in the Ark thou shalt put the testimony that I shall give thee. And as the dimensions of the Ark were two Cubits and a half in length, cc p-acp dt n1 pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi pno21. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr crd n2 cc dt n-jn p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 406
8080 and a Cubit and a half in breadth, so the same were the dimensions of the Mercy-seat; ( Vers. 10.17.) which figured that as the Mercy-seat fully covered the Arke wherein the Law was, and a Cubit and a half in breadth, so the same were the dimensions of the Mercy-seat; (Vers. 10.17.) which figured that as the Mercy-seat Fully covered the Ark wherein the Law was, cc dt n1 cc dt j-jn p-acp n1, av dt d vbdr dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (np1 crd.) r-crq vvd cst p-acp dt n1 av-j vvn dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vbds, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 406
8081 so Christ should fully cover all our sins, which are transgressions of the Law. so christ should Fully cover all our Sins, which Are transgressions of the Law. av np1 vmd av-j vvi d po12 n2, r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 406
8082 The righteousness of Christ is as long and as broad as the Law, and so, our sins being covered with that shall never appeare against us. The righteousness of christ is as long and as broad as the Law, and so, our Sins being covered with that shall never appear against us. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz a-acp j cc p-acp j c-acp dt n1, cc av, po12 n2 vbg vvn p-acp d vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 406
8083 Therefore also from above this Mercy-seat between the two Cherubims (the Lord said ( vers. 22.) I will meete thee, and I will commune with thee. Therefore also from above this Mercy-seat between the two Cherubims (the Lord said (vers. 22.) I will meet thee, and I will commune with thee. av av p-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt crd ng2 (dt n1 vvd (fw-la. crd) pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno21. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 406
8084 There was a gracious manifestation of the presence of God above the Mercy-seat, because that typified Jesus Christ the true Propitiatory or ransome, covering and hiding out of the sight of God for ever all our defections iniquities and transgressions. There was a gracious manifestation of the presence of God above the Mercy-seat, Because that typified jesus christ the true Propitiatory or ransom, covering and hiding out of the sighed of God for ever all our defections iniquities and transgressions. a-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp d vvn np1 np1 dt j j cc n1, vvg cc vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp av d po12 n2 n2 cc n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 406
8085 And hence the same word which signifies expiation or redemption, signifieth also the procuring cause of our Redemption, here called (as also in the New Testament) A Ransome. I have found a Ransome. And hence the same word which signifies expiation or redemption, signifies also the procuring cause of our Redemption, Here called (as also in the New Testament) A Ransom. I have found a Ransom. cc av dt d n1 r-crq vvz n1 cc n1, vvz av dt vvg n1 pp-f po12 n1, av vvd (c-acp av p-acp dt j n1) dt n1. pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1300 Page 406
8086 A ransome is properly a price demanded for release out of bondage. And when the Captive is released, the price is paid. A ransom is properly a price demanded for release out of bondage. And when the Captive is released, the price is paid. dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 av pp-f n1. cc c-crq dt n-jn vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1301 Page 406
8087 To be redeemed and to be ransomed is the same thing, ( Isa. 35.9, 10.) The redeemed shall passe there, To be redeemed and to be ransomed is the same thing, (Isaiah 35.9, 10.) The redeemed shall pass there, pc-acp vbi vvn cc pc-acp vbi vvn vbz dt d n1, (np1 crd, crd) dt j-vvn vmb vvi a-acp, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1301 Page 406
8088 and the ransomed of the Lord shall returne and come to Sion, and everlasting joy upon their heads, they shall obtaine joy and gladness, and the ransomed of the Lord shall return and come to Sion, and everlasting joy upon their Heads, they shall obtain joy and gladness, cc dt vvn pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, cc j n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1301 Page 406
8089 and sorrow and sighing shall flee away. Thus here, Deliver him (saith the Lord) from going downe to the pit; and sorrow and sighing shall flee away. Thus Here, Deliver him (Says the Lord) from going down to the pit; cc n1 cc vvg vmb vvi av. av av, vvb pno31 (vvz dt n1) p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1301 Page 406
8090 I am satisfied, I have found a price, a ransome. Both Law and Gospel meet in this; I am satisfied, I have found a price, a ransom. Both Law and Gospel meet in this; pns11 vbm vvn, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, dt n1. d n1 cc n1 vvi p-acp d; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1301 Page 406
8091 here is the Law, by which the man being humbled confesseth his own sin, and the wrath of God, due to it. Here is the Law, by which the man being humbled Confesses his own since, and the wrath of God, due to it. av vbz dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbg vvn vvz po31 d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, j-jn p-acp pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1301 Page 406
8092 Here is also the Gospel, by which he hath been taught to beleeve, that his sins are pardoned, Here is also the Gospel, by which he hath been taught to believe, that his Sins Are pardoned, av vbz av dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi, cst po31 n2 vbr vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1301 Page 406
8093 and the wrath of God turned away from him for the ransome which Christ hath paid. and the wrath of God turned away from him for the ransom which christ hath paid. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1301 Page 406
8094 So then, 'tis not as popish Expositers tell us, I have found a ransome, that is, I have found the mans good workes, I have found his repentance, I have found his tears, his prayers, his almes. So then, it's not as popish Expositors tell us, I have found a ransom, that is, I have found the men good works, I have found his Repentance, I have found his tears, his Prayers, his alms. av av, pn31|vbz xx p-acp j n2 vvb pno12, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, cst vbz, pns11 vhb vvn dt ng1 j n2, pns11 vhb vvn po31 n1, pns11 vhb vvn po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1302 Page 406
8095 I now see that in him for which I may be propicious to him, and deliver him from the sickness under which he is detained; I now see that in him for which I may be propicious to him, and deliver him from the sickness under which he is detained; pns11 av vvi cst p-acp pno31 p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1302 Page 407
8096 thus they generally make somewhat in man or done by man, his ransome, at least to have a share in it. thus they generally make somewhat in man or done by man, his ransom, At least to have a share in it. av pns32 av-j vvi av p-acp n1 cc vdn p-acp n1, po31 n1, p-acp ds pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1302 Page 407
8097 The heart (as was shewed before) is prepared for deliverance, by the workings of faith and repentance. The heart (as was showed before) is prepared for deliverance, by the workings of faith and Repentance. dt n1 (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1302 Page 407
8098 But the ransome upon which deliverance is given, is nothing at all wrought in us or by us. But the ransom upon which deliverance is given, is nothing At all wrought in us or by us. p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vbz vvn, vbz pix p-acp av-d vvn p-acp pno12 cc p-acp pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1302 Page 407
8099 Woe to us notwithstanding our prayers and repentance, our reformations and humiliations. Woe to us notwithstanding our Prayers and Repentance, our reformations and humiliations. n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2 cc n1, po12 n2 cc n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1302 Page 407
8100 To put these in place of a ransome, or to hope for deliverance from the pit upon their account is to pervert the whole Gospel. To put these in place of a ransom, or to hope for deliverance from the pit upon their account is to pervert the Whole Gospel. p-acp vvi d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1302 Page 407
8101 Others give a better sence, yet not clear enough, thus, He hath humbled himself, and I am as well satisfied as if I had received a ransome, but I lay that by also. Others give a better sense, yet not clear enough, thus, He hath humbled himself, and I am as well satisfied as if I had received a ransom, but I lay that by also. ng2-jn vvb dt jc n1, av xx j av-d, av, pns31 vhz vvn px31, cc pns11 vbm a-acp av vvn c-acp cs pns11 vhd vvn dt n1, p-acp pns11 vvd cst p-acp av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1303 Page 407
8102 For when God saith I have found a ransome, we are to understand it of a reall ransome, of full pay or satisfaction, not of a ransome by favour and acceptation. For when God Says I have found a ransom, we Are to understand it of a real ransom, of full pay or satisfaction, not of a ransom by favour and acceptation. p-acp c-crq np1 vvz pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f dt j n1, pp-f j n1 cc n1, xx pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1303 Page 407
8103 This satisfaction to the justice of God is only and wholly made by Jesus Christ, without any the least contribution from man. This satisfaction to the Justice of God is only and wholly made by jesus christ, without any the least contribution from man. d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j cc av-jn vvn p-acp np1 np1, p-acp d dt ds n1 p-acp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1303 Page 407
8104 The perfect ransome which the Lord finds is the blood of his own Son, which is called the blood of the Covenant, The perfect ransom which the Lord finds is the blood of his own Son, which is called the blood of the Covenant, dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1303 Page 407
8105 because thereby the Covenant is confirmed, and all Covenant mercies assured to us. Because thereby the Covenant is confirmed, and all Covenant Mercies assured to us. c-acp av dt n1 vbz vvn, cc d n1 n2 vvn p-acp pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1303 Page 407
8106 Upon this price or ransome God restores the sick sinner and pardons him, he heales both his body and his soul. Upon this price or ransom God restores the sick sinner and Pardons him, he heals both his body and his soul. p-acp d n1 cc n1 np1 vvz dt j n1 cc vvz pno31, pns31 vvz d po31 n1 cc po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1303 Page 407
8107 And that Job had knowledge of this ransome as the only meanes of deliverance, appeares ( Chap. 17.3.19.25.) Deliver him, for I have found a ransome. Hence Observe, First. And that Job had knowledge of this ransom as the only means of deliverance, appears (Chap. 17.3.19.25.) Deliver him, for I have found a ransom. Hence Observe, First. cc cst n1 vhd n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, vvz (np1 crd.) vvb pno31, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. av vvb, ord. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1303 Page 407
8108 The redemption or deliverance of man by a ransome is the invention of God, and the invention of God only. The redemption or deliverance of man by a ransom is the invention of God, and the invention of God only. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1304 Page 407
8109 If all men on earth, yea if all the Angells in Heaven had sat from the foundation of the world to this day, in counsell beating their braines, If all men on earth, yea if all the Angels in Heaven had sat from the Foundation of the world to this day, in counsel beating their brains, cs d n2 p-acp n1, uh cs d dt n2 p-acp n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 vvg po32 n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 407
8110 and debating this question, How man, sinfull man might be delivered out of the hand of the Law, and debating this question, How man, sinful man might be Delivered out of the hand of the Law, cc vvg d n1, c-crq n1, j n1 vmd vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 407
8111 or from that condemnatory sentence under which the Law had cast and detained him, with satisfaction, or from that condemnatory sentence under which the Law had cast and detained him, with satisfaction, cc p-acp d j n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn cc vvn pno31, p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 407
8112 or without dammage to the Justice and righteousness of God, they could never have found it out, nor any thing like it. This is Gods own invention; or without damage to the justice and righteousness of God, they could never have found it out, nor any thing like it. This is God's own invention; cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn pn31 av, ccx d n1 vvb pn31. d vbz npg1 d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 407
8113 or, if God had said to fallen man, I see thou art in a lost pitifull condition, or, if God had said to fallen man, I see thou art in a lost pitiful condition, cc, cs np1 vhd vvn p-acp j-vvn n1, pns11 vvb pns21 vb2r p-acp dt j-vvn j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 407
8114 but sit down and consider how I may doe thee good, and not wrong my selfe, but fit down and Consider how I may do thee good, and not wrong my self, cc-acp vvb a-acp cc vvb c-crq pns11 vmb vdi pno21 j, cc xx vvi po11 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 407
8115 how I may relieve thee, and not dishonour my selfe, I will freely doe it. If God (I say) had given man a blank to write downe what he would have done to bring this about, he could never have found it out; how I may relieve thee, and not dishonour my self, I will freely do it. If God (I say) had given man a blank to write down what he would have done to bring this about, he could never have found it out; c-crq pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cc xx vvi po11 n1, pns11 vmb av-j vdi pn31. cs np1 (pns11 vvb) vhd vvn n1 dt j pc-acp vvi a-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vhi vdn pc-acp vvi d a-acp, pns31 vmd av-x vhi vvn pn31 av; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8116 but must have perished for ever in his sin. but must have perished for ever in his since. cc-acp vmb vhi vvn p-acp av p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8117 The thought of a ransome in this way had never entred into the heart either of men or Angells, The Thought of a ransom in this Way had never entered into the heart either of men or Angels, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 vhd av-x vvn p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f n2 cc n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8118 if God himself had not revealed it. if God himself had not revealed it. cs np1 px31 vhd xx vvn pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8119 Therefore the Apostle Peter having spoken of the great diligence of the old Prophets searching into and inquiring about that great mystery, the way and means of mans salvation, c•ncludes (1 Epist: 1.12.) Which things the Angells desire to look into. Therefore the Apostle Peter having spoken of the great diligence of the old prophets searching into and inquiring about that great mystery, the Way and means of men salvation, c•ncludes (1 Epistle: 1.12.) Which things the Angels desire to look into. av dt n1 np1 vhg vvn pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp d j n1, dt n1 cc n2 pp-f ng1 n1, vvz (vvn vvn: crd.) r-crq n2 dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8120 The word there used notes a curious prying into that which hath some veyled or secret rarity in it. The word there used notes a curious prying into that which hath Some veiled or secret rarity in it. dt n1 a-acp vvd n2 dt j n-vvg p-acp d r-crq vhz d vvn cc j-jn n1 p-acp pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8121 We may conceive the Apostle in that word alluding to the Cherubims, which by Gods command, to Moses, were made with their eyes looking downe to the Mercy-seat or propitiatory in the Holy of holyes (Exod. 25.20.) figuring the ransome in the Text, We may conceive the Apostle in that word alluding to the Cherubims, which by God's command, to Moses, were made with their eyes looking down to the Mercy-seat or propitiatory in the Holy of holies (Exod 25.20.) figuring the ransom in the Text, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp dt n2, r-crq p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp np1, vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2 vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc j p-acp dt j pp-f n2 (np1 crd.) vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8122 yea and expressed by the same Hebrew word. yea and expressed by the same Hebrew word. uh cc vvn p-acp dt d njp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8262 For he will render to man his righteousness. So much for the scope and parts of these two verses; For he will render to man his righteousness. So much for the scope and parts of these two Verses; c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. av av-d c-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f d crd n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1332 Page 415
8123 The living Angells doe that which those representative Angells seemed to doe, they look earnestly at the mystery of our redemption made, The living Angels do that which those representative Angels seemed to do, they look earnestly At the mystery of our redemption made, dt j-vvg n2 vdb d r-crq d n1 n2 vvd pc-acp vdi, pns32 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8124 or ransome given by Jesus Christ. or ransom given by jesus christ. cc n1 vvn p-acp np1 np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8125 There is such an exquisiteness in this invention, the deliverance of man by Christ, that the Angells desire to look into it, There is such an exquisiteness in this invention, the deliverance of man by christ, that the Angels desire to look into it, pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cst dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8126 even as men desire to see rare inventions. even as men desire to see rare Inventions. av c-acp n2 vvb pc-acp vvi j n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8127 And this exceedingly commends the wisdome of God in our redemption, that it was a secret to the very glorious Angells. And this exceedingly commends the Wisdom of God in our redemption, that it was a secret to the very glorious Angels. cc d av-vvg vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n1, cst pn31 vbds dt j-jn p-acp dt j j n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8128 They did not know it, but as it was made knowne to them; They did not know it, but as it was made known to them; pns32 vdd xx vvi pn31, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbds vvn vvn p-acp pno32; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8129 nor did God (as it seemes) make it knowne to them firstly or immediately, nor did God (as it seems) make it known to them firstly or immediately, ccx vdd np1 (c-acp pn31 vvz) vvb pn31 vvn p-acp pno32 av-j cc av-j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8130 but it was revealed to them, occasionally by the revelation of it first to the Church; but it was revealed to them, occasionally by the Revelation of it First to the Church; cc-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 ord p-acp dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8131 as the Apostle doth more then intimate, ( Eph. 3.10.) To the intent, that now unto principalities and powers in heavenly places, (that is the holy Angells) might be known by the Church the manifold wisdome of God. as the Apostle does more then intimate, (Ephesians 3.10.) To the intent, that now unto principalities and Powers in heavenly places, (that is the holy Angels) might be known by the Church the manifold Wisdom of God. c-acp dt n1 vdz dc cs j, (np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1, cst av p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2, (cst vbz dt j n2) vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8132 As if, had it not been for the light given to and spread abroad in the Church, the Angells had been in the dark to this day about that matter. As if, had it not been for the Light given to and spread abroad in the Church, the Angels had been in the dark to this day about that matter. c-acp cs, vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp cc vvi av p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vhd vbn p-acp dt j p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8133 And doubtless if the Angells did not gather up their knowledge of that mystery by the ministery of the Apostles preaching it to the world, in a way of information, And doubtless if the Angels did not gather up their knowledge of that mystery by the Ministry of the Apostles preaching it to the world, in a Way of information, cc av-j cs dt n2 vdd xx vvi a-acp po32 n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8134 yet by their contemplation of what was done in the Church, & of the goodness of God to the Church, they saw as in a glasse that manifold wisdome of God which before they saw not, or were ignorant of. yet by their contemplation of what was done in the Church, & of the Goodness of God to the Church, they saw as in a glass that manifold Wisdom of God which before they saw not, or were ignorant of. av p-acp po32 n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vdn p-acp dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst j n1 pp-f np1 r-crq c-acp pns32 vvd xx, cc vbdr j pp-f. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8135 Now if the holy Angells knew not this mystery, but as it was revealed, much lesse could man. Now if the holy Angels knew not this mystery, but as it was revealed, much less could man. av cs dt j n2 vvd xx d n1, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbds vvn, av-d av-dc vmd n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 408
8136 We (saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 2.6, 7, 8, 9.) speake wisdome among them that are perfect: We (Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 2.6, 7, 8, 9.) speak Wisdom among them that Are perfect: pns12 (vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd) vvb n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr j: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8137 yet not the wisdome of this world, nor of the Princes of this world, that come to naught. yet not the Wisdom of this world, nor of the Princes of this world, that come to nought. av xx dt n1 pp-f d n1, ccx pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst vvb p-acp pix. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8138 But we speak the wisdome of God in a mystery, &c. which none of the Princes of this World know, (who use to be the most knowing men in the World) for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. But we speak the Wisdom of God in a mystery, etc. which none of the Princes of this World know, (who use to be the most knowing men in the World) for had they known it, they would not have Crucified the Lord of glory. cc-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, av q-crq pi pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvb, (r-crq n1 pc-acp vbi dt av-ds j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1) p-acp vhd pns32 vvn pn31, pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8139 As if he had said, surely the Princes of the world would have adored, not reproached and crucified Christ, had they understood who he was, As if he had said, surely the Princes of the world would have adored, not reproached and Crucified christ, had they understood who he was, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vhi vvn, xx vvn cc vvd np1, vhd pns32 vvd r-crq pns31 vbds, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8140 or the worke which he came about. or the work which he Come about. cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd a-acp. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8141 And therefore the Apostle calls it not only a mystery, but a great mystery, and that there is not the least question, And Therefore the Apostle calls it not only a mystery, but a great mystery, and that there is not the least question, cc av dt n1 vvz pn31 xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp dt j n1, cc cst pc-acp vbz xx dt ds n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8142 but 'tis a great mystery. (1 Tim. 3.16.) Without controversie great is the mystery of godlinesse, God manifest in the flesh; but it's a great mystery. (1 Tim. 3.16.) Without controversy great is the mystery of godliness, God manifest in the Flesh; cc-acp pn31|vbz dt j n1. (crd np1 crd.) p-acp n1 j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 j p-acp dt n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8143 this great mystery, which from the beginning of the World hath been hid in God (Eph. 3.9.) that is in the counsell and decree of God, hath been also some way or other revealed by God almost as soon as the world began; this great mystery, which from the beginning of the World hath been hid in God (Ephesians 3.9.) that is in the counsel and Decree of God, hath been also Some Way or other revealed by God almost as soon as the world began; d j n1, r-crq p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) cst vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vhz vbn av d n1 cc n-jn vvn p-acp np1 av c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vvd; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8144 It was revealed to Adam by the promise of the womans seed; It was revealed to Adam by the promise of the woman's seed; pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8145 and to Abraham by promise, that in his Seed all the Nations of the earth should be blessed; and to Abraham by promise, that in his Seed all the nations of the earth should be blessed; cc p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cst p-acp po31 n1 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8146 It was revealed to the Church of the Jewes in Ceremonies and Prophesies, and it hath been revealed to the Church both of Jewes and Gentiles by the Spirit in the preaching of the word, ever since Christ paid this ransome to this day; It was revealed to the Church of the Jews in Ceremonies and prophecies, and it hath been revealed to the Church both of Jews and Gentiles by the Spirit in the preaching of the word, ever since christ paid this ransom to this day; pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f np2 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, av c-acp np1 vvd d n1 p-acp d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8147 and it had been hidden to this day, if the Lord had not revealed it; 'tis therefore the Lords invention. and it had been hidden to this day, if the Lord had not revealed it; it's Therefore the lords invention. cc pn31 vhd vbn vvn p-acp d n1, cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn pn31; pn31|vbz av dt n2 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1305 Page 409
8148 Let me add this by way of inference. We honour men that bring forth any rare invention. Let me add this by Way of Inference. We honour men that bring forth any rare invention. vvb pno11 vvi d p-acp n1 pp-f n1. pns12 vvb n2 cst vvb av d j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 409
8149 And if it be an invention which also produceth profit and advantage to mankind, how are the Authors of it admired, And if it be an invention which also Produceth profit and advantage to mankind, how Are the Authors of it admired, cc cs pn31 vbb dt n1 r-crq av vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvd, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 409
8150 and their names recorded? All the inventions of the most refined wits in the world, are dull pieces to this invention, the redemption of man by Christ. and their names recorded? All the Inventions of the most refined wits in the world, Are dull Pieces to this invention, the redemption of man by christ. cc po32 n2 vvn? av-d dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j-vvn n2 p-acp dt n1, vbr j n2 p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 409
8151 And as there is the stamp of an infinite unchangeable wisdome upon it; so the profit which comes in by it to mankind is infinite and inestimable. And as there is the stamp of an infinite unchangeable Wisdom upon it; so the profit which comes in by it to mankind is infinite and inestimable. cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j j-u n1 p-acp pn31; av dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 vbz j cc j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 409
8152 How then should we honour God, both for bringing this wonderfull invention to light, and giving us the benefit of it freely! How then should we honour God, both for bringing this wonderful invention to Light, and giving us the benefit of it freely! uh-crq av vmd pns12 vvi np1, av-d p-acp vvg d j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvg pno12 dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-j! (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 409
8153 It had been great mercy if God had delivered us upon our finding out and proposall of a way to him; It had been great mercy if God had Delivered us upon our finding out and proposal of a Way to him; pn31 vhd vbn j n1 cs np1 vhd vvn pno12 p-acp po12 vvg av cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 409
8154 but he hath not only delivered us, but found out a way himself, and plotted how we might be delivered. but he hath not only Delivered us, but found out a Way himself, and plotted how we might be Delivered. cc-acp pns31 vhz xx av-j vvn pno12, cc-acp vvd av dt n1 px31, cc vvd c-crq pns12 vmd vbi vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 409
8155 What a glorious mercy is this! What a glorious mercy is this! q-crq dt j n1 vbz d! (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 409
8156 When Darius saw how Daniel was insnared by his act or decree, he was extreamly troubled, When Darius saw how daniel was Ensnared by his act or Decree, he was extremely troubled, c-crq npg1 vvd c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vbds av-jn vvn, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 409
8157 and (saith the Text, Dan. 6.14.) he was sore displeased with himselfe, and set his heart on Daniel to deliver him, and (Says the Text, Dan. 6.14.) he was soar displeased with himself, and Set his heart on daniel to deliver him, cc (vvz dt n1, np1 crd.) pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp px31, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 410
8158 and he laboured (beating his braines and studying) till the going down of the Sun to deliver him, yet could not, and he laboured (beating his brains and studying) till the going down of the Sun to deliver him, yet could not, cc pns31 vvd (vvg po31 n2 cc vvg) p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, av vmd xx, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 410
8159 but cast he was to the hungry Lions, only he told him, ( vers. 16.) Thy God whom thou servest continually, he will deliver thee. but cast he was to the hungry Lions, only he told him, (vers. 16.) Thy God whom thou servest continually, he will deliver thee. cc-acp vvd pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n2, av-j pns31 vvd pno31, (fw-la. crd) po21 n1 ro-crq pns21 vv2 av-j, pns31 vmb vvi pno21. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 410
8160 Darius could not find a ransome, any meanes of deliverance for his servant and great Favourite Daniel. But when we had brought ourselves into a snare, Darius could not find a ransom, any means of deliverance for his servant and great Favourite daniel. But when we had brought ourselves into a snare, npg1 vmd xx vvi dt n1, d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc j n1 np1. cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhd vvn px12 p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 410
8178 First, by our own prayers and supplications; Secondly, by the prayers and supplications of others; which prayers of others are properly called intercessions. First, by our own Prayers and supplications; Secondly, by the Prayers and supplications of Others; which Prayers of Others Are properly called intercessions. ord, p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2; ord, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn; r-crq n2 pp-f n2-jn vbr av-j vvn n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8161 and must have been cast to the Lions for ever, to be torne by them, the Lord brought forth this rare invention, a ransome, whereby we poor sinners are delivered out of the mouth of the roaring Lion, who goeth about continually to devoure us. and must have been cast to the Lions for ever, to be torn by them, the Lord brought forth this rare invention, a ransom, whereby we poor Sinners Are Delivered out of the Mouth of the roaring lion, who Goes about continually to devour us. cc vmb vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp av, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, dt n1 vvd av d j n1, dt n1, c-crq pns12 j n2 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, r-crq vvz a-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1306 Page 410
8162 Secondly, Inasmuch as deliverance is got by ransome. Observe. Our deliverance is costly. Soules are precious, they are dear ware; Secondly, Inasmuch as deliverance is god by ransom. Observe. Our deliverance is costly. Souls Are precious, they Are dear ware; ord, av c-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. vvb. po12 n1 vbz j. n2 vbr j, pns32 vbr j-jn n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1307 Page 410
8163 Blood, and that the blood of Christ is their ransome; ( Math. 20.28. Rom. 3.2.5. Eph. 1.7. Col. 1.14. Heb. 9.12. Blood, and that the blood of christ is their ransom; (Math. 20.28. Rom. 3.2.5. Ephesians 1.7. Col. 1.14. Hebrew 9.12. n1, cc cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po32 n1; (np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1309 Page 410
8164 Rev. 5.9.) in comparison of which all the treasures of this world are trash, our Gold and Silver corruptible, Rev. 5.9.) in comparison of which all the treasures of this world Are trash, our Gold and Silver corruptible, n1 crd.) p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq d dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr n1, po12 n1 cc n1 j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1309 Page 410
8165 and our very righteousness a corrupt thing. Deliverances are obtained three wayes. First, By power or plaine force; and our very righteousness a corrupt thing. Deliverances Are obtained three ways. First, By power or plain force; cc po12 j n1 dt j n1. n2 vbr vvn crd n2. ord, p-acp n1 cc j n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1309 Page 410
8166 thus Abraham delivered his Nephew Lot when he was carryed captive ( Gen. 14.14.) He armed his trained servants, born in his house three hundred and eighteen, and rescued him. thus Abraham Delivered his Nephew Lot when he was carried captive (Gen. 14.14.) He armed his trained Servants, born in his house three hundred and eighteen, and rescued him. av np1 vvd po31 n1 n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn j-jn (np1 crd.) pns31 vvd po31 vvn n2, vvn p-acp po31 n1 crd crd cc crd, cc vvd pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1310 Page 410
8167 I may say, the Lord Jesus hath delivered us thus, even by force and power, he hath beaten all our enemies, I may say, the Lord jesus hath Delivered us thus, even by force and power, he hath beaten all our enemies, pns11 vmb vvi, dt n1 np1 vhz vvn pno12 av, av p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vhz vvn d po12 n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1310 Page 410
8168 and having broken and spoyled principallities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it (his Crosse spoken of in the former verse) or in himselfe; that is, in his own personall power, not by any aide or forreigne assistance received from men or Angells. and having broken and spoiled principalities and Powers, he made a show of them openly, triumphing over them in it (his Cross spoken of in the former verse) or in himself; that is, in his own personal power, not by any aid or foreign assistance received from men or Angels. cc vhg vvn cc vvn n2 cc n2, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f pno32 av-j, vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31 (po31 n1 vvn pp-f p-acp dt j n1) cc p-acp px31; cst vbz, p-acp po31 d j n1, xx p-acp d n1 cc j n1 vvn p-acp n2 cc n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1310 Page 410
8169 Secondly, Deliverance is obtained by price or payment. Secondly, Deliverance is obtained by price or payment. ord, n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1311 Page 410
8170 When our friends or country-men are taken Captives by Turkes or others, we cannot send an Army to rescue them, When our Friends or countrymen Are taken Captives by Turkes or Others, we cannot send an Army to rescue them, c-crq po12 n2 cc n2 vbr vvn n2-jn p-acp npg1 cc n2-jn, pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1311 Page 410
8171 but usually we doe it by ransome; we buy them againe out of the enemies hand, or out of bondage. but usually we do it by ransom; we buy them again out of the enemies hand, or out of bondage. cc-acp av-j pns12 vdb pn31 p-acp n1; pns12 vvb pno32 av av pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc av pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1311 Page 410
8172 Jesus Christ hath delivered us, not only by power, but by price, it was not (as hath been already shewed) by gold or silver, jesus christ hath Delivered us, not only by power, but by price, it was not (as hath been already showed) by gold or silver, np1 np1 vhz vvn pno12, xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vbds xx (c-acp vhz vbn av vvn) p-acp n1 cc n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1311 Page 410
8173 but by his own most precious blood, (1 Pet. 1.18.) Jesus Christ hath delivered us out of the soul destroying hand of Satan by force, but by his own most precious blood, (1 Pet. 1.18.) jesus christ hath Delivered us out of the soul destroying hand of Satan by force, cc-acp p-acp po31 d av-ds j n1, (crd np1 crd.) np1 np1 vhz vvn pno12 av pp-f dt n1 vvg n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1311 Page 411
8174 but he delivers us out of the sin-revenging hand of his Father by price. but he delivers us out of the Sin revenging hand of his Father by price. cc-acp pns31 vvz pno12 av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1311 Page 411
8175 Christ owed the Devill nothing (nor doe we) but blowes, but having undertaken our cause, he owed his Father as much as our debt and deliverance from it amounted to, a vast summe, christ owed the devil nothing (nor do we) but blows, but having undertaken our cause, he owed his Father as much as our debt and deliverance from it amounted to, a vast sum, np1 vvd dt n1 pix (ccx vdb pns12) p-acp n2, cc-acp vhg vvn po12 n1, pns31 vvd po31 n1 c-acp d c-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31 vvd p-acp, dt j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1311 Page 411
8176 yet he had enough to answer it to the utmost farthing, and did, and so delivered us. yet he had enough to answer it to the utmost farthing, and did, and so Delivered us. av pns31 vhd av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cc vdd, cc av vvn pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1311 Page 411
8177 There is a third way of deliverance, and that is by supplication and intercession, which may be considered two wayes, There is a third Way of deliverance, and that is by supplication and Intercession, which may be considered two ways, pc-acp vbz dt ord n1 pp-f n1, cc d vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn crd n2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8179 The intercession of a man with man may deliver him from the wrath of a man. The Intercession of a man with man may deliver him from the wrath of a man. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8180 And the intercession of a man with God, hath wrought the temporall deliverance of some both persons, and Nations; And the Intercession of a man with God, hath wrought the temporal deliverance of Some both Persons, and nations; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, vhz vvn dt j n1 pp-f d d n2, cc n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8181 and therefore when the Lord was resolved not to spare his people, he forbad the intercession of the Prophet ( Jer. 14.11.) Pray not for this people for their good: and Therefore when the Lord was resolved not to spare his people, he forbade the Intercession of the Prophet (Jer. 14.11.) Pray not for this people for their good: cc av c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd.) vvb xx p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 j: (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8182 And he professed ( Jer. 15.1.) Though Moses and Samuel (those two mighty Advocates) stood before me (praying he meanes for them) yet my mind could not be towards this people, cast them out of my sight; And he professed (Jer. 15.1.) Though Moses and Samuel (those two mighty Advocates) stood before me (praying he means for them) yet my mind could not be towards this people, cast them out of my sighed; cc pns31 vvd (np1 crd.) cs np1 cc np1 (d crd j n2) vvd p-acp pno11 (vvg pns31 vvz p-acp pno32) av po11 n1 vmd xx vbi p-acp d n1, vvd pno32 av pp-f po11 n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8183 In that God would not deliver his people upon their intercession, is an argument that he often doth. In that God would not deliver his people upon their Intercession, is an argument that he often does. p-acp cst np1 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1, vbz dt n1 cst pns31 av vdz. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8184 But 'tis the intercession of Christ alone which carryeth it with God (and that alwayes carryeth it, But it's the Intercession of christ alone which Carrieth it with God (and that always Carrieth it, p-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 j r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp np1 (cc cst av vvz pn31, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8185 for the Father alwayes heareth him, that is, granteth his requests) for the deliverance of his people both from temporall spirituall and eternall evills. for the Father always hears him, that is, grants his requests) for the deliverance of his people both from temporal spiritual and Eternal evils. p-acp dt n1 av vvz pno31, cst vbz, vvz po31 n2) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-d p-acp j j cc j n2-jn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8186 This intercession of Christ is the fruit of his blood shed, or of the ransome paid down for us. This Intercession of christ is the fruit of his blood shed, or of the ransom paid down for us. d n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvn, cc pp-f dt n1 vvn a-acp p-acp pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8187 For as his blood purchaseth our deliverance, so by his intercession it is given in or applyed to us. For as his blood purchases our deliverance, so by his Intercession it is given in or applied to us. p-acp p-acp po31 n1 vvz po12 n1, av p-acp po31 n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp cc vvd p-acp pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8188 We have the impetration of our pardon by Christs sufferings, and the application of it, by Christ interceding for us. We have the impetration of our pardon by Christ sufferings, and the application of it, by christ interceding for us. pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp npg1 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp np1 vvg p-acp pno12. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8189 So then, we are delivered both by power, and price, and prayer, in severall and distinct respects; So then, we Are Delivered both by power, and price, and prayer, in several and distinct respects; av av, pns12 vbr vvn av-d p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp j cc j n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8190 But the present text speaks of deliverance only by a price, I have found a ransome, I am well paid, saith God, for mans deliverance. But the present text speaks of deliverance only by a price, I have found a ransom, I am well paid, Says God, for men deliverance. cc-acp dt j n1 vvz pp-f n1 av-j p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, pns11 vbm av vvn, vvz np1, p-acp ng1 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8191 This ransome every poor soul may plead before the Lord, for his deliverance both from sickness death and hell. This ransom every poor soul may plead before the Lord, for his deliverance both from sickness death and hell. d n1 d j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1 av-d p-acp n1 n1 cc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8192 He that hath nothing to offer to the Lord (as indeed the best have nothing of their own worth the offering, He that hath nothing to offer to the Lord (as indeed the best have nothing of their own worth the offering, pns31 cst vhz pix pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 (c-acp av dt js vhb pix pp-f po32 d n1 dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 411
8193 and if they offer any thing of their own, of how much worth soever it may seem to be, it will not passe nor be accepted, he (I say) that hath nothing of his own to offer) yet may tell him he shall be well paid; and if they offer any thing of their own, of how much worth soever it may seem to be, it will not pass nor be accepted, he (I say) that hath nothing of his own to offer) yet may tell him he shall be well paid; cc cs pns32 vvb d n1 pp-f po32 d, pp-f c-crq d n1 av pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi, pn31 vmb xx vvi ccx vbb vvn, pns31 (pns11 vvb) cst vhz pix pp-f po31 d pc-acp vvi) av vmb vvi pno31 pns31 vmb vbi av vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 412
8194 he may tell God, he shall have more by saving him, then by damning him. he may tell God, he shall have more by Saving him, then by damning him. pns31 vmb vvi np1, pns31 vmb vhi dc p-acp vvg pno31, av p-acp vvg pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 412
8195 If he damne him he shall have but his own blood (the blood of a creature) for satisfaction; If he damn him he shall have but his own blood (the blood of a creature) for satisfaction; cs pns31 vvi pno31 pns31 vmb vhi p-acp po31 d n1 (dt n1 pp-f dt n1) p-acp n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 412
8196 but if he save him, he shall have the blood of his Son, the blood of God, but if he save him, he shall have the blood of his Son, the blood of God, cc-acp cs pns31 vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 412
8197 as a ransome for his salvation. Thirdly, Observe. as a ransom for his salvation. Thirdly, Observe. c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. ord, vvb. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1312 Page 412
8198 Though the Gospel was not clearly and fully revealed in those elder times, yet it was then savingly revealed. Though the Gospel was not clearly and Fully revealed in those elder times, yet it was then savingly revealed. cs dt n1 vbds xx av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp d jc-jn n2, av pn31 vbds av av-vvg vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1313 Page 412
8199 How doth the grace of God shine forth in mans deliverance by a ransome, in this Scripture; How does the grace of God shine forth in men deliverance by a ransom, in this Scripture; c-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb av p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1314 Page 412
8200 Here is nothing said of deliverance from sickness by medicines, but by a ransome; and if they knew that deliverance from a disease must come in by a ransome, Here is nothing said of deliverance from sickness by medicines, but by a ransom; and if they knew that deliverance from a disease must come in by a ransom, av vbz pix vvd pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; cc cs pns32 vvd cst n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1314 Page 412
8201 how much more, that deliverance from damnation must come in that way? The old Patriarkes had the knowledge of Christ to come, how much more, that deliverance from damnation must come in that Way? The old Patriarchs had the knowledge of christ to come, c-crq d dc, cst n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1? dt j n2 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1314 Page 412
8202 and not only was there a knowledge of him to come in that nation and Church of the Jewes, and not only was there a knowledge of him to come in that Nation and Church of the Jews, cc xx av-j vbds a-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np2, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1314 Page 412
8203 but the light scattered abroad, the Land of Ʋz. had it, Job had it, as hath appeared from severall passages of this Booke, Elihu had it as appeareth by this. Fourthly, Observe. but the Light scattered abroad, the Land of Ʋz. had it, Job had it, as hath appeared from several passages of this Book, Elihu had it as appears by this. Fourthly, Observe. cc-acp dt n1 vvn av, dt n1 pp-f np1. vhd pn31, n1 vhd pn31, c-acp vhz vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1, np1 vhd pn31 p-acp vvz p-acp d. ord, vvb. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1314 Page 412
8204 Not only our eternall deliverances, but even our temporall deliverances and mercies, are purchased by the blood of Christ. Not only our Eternal Deliverances, but even our temporal Deliverances and Mercies, Are purchased by the blood of christ. xx av-j po12 j n2, cc-acp av po12 j n2 cc n2, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1315 Page 412
8205 A beleever doth not eate a bit of bread, but he hath it by vertue of the purchase of Christ; A believer does not eat a bit of bred, but he hath it by virtue of the purchase of christ; dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns31 vhz pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 412
8206 Christ hath bought all good for us, and Christ hath bought us out of all evill. christ hath bought all good for us, and christ hath bought us out of all evil. np1 vhz vvn d j p-acp pno12, cc np1 vhz vvn pno12 av pp-f d n-jn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 412
8207 Christ hath not only purchast deliverance from hell, and salvation in heaven for us, but he hath purchast deliverance from a sick bed, christ hath not only purchased deliverance from hell, and salvation in heaven for us, but he hath purchased deliverance from a sick Bed, np1 vhz xx av-j vvn n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 412
8208 and freedome from bondage to men for us. ( Zech. 9.11.) As for thee also (saith the Lord) by the blood of thy Covenant (that is, the Covenant which I have made with thee) I have sent forth thy prisoners out of the pit wherein was no water; and freedom from bondage to men for us. (Zechariah 9.11.) As for thee also (Says the Lord) by the blood of thy Covenant (that is, the Covenant which I have made with thee) I have sent forth thy Prisoners out of the pit wherein was no water; cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2 p-acp pno12. (np1 crd.) c-acp p-acp pno21 av (vvz dt n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 (cst vbz, dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21) pns11 vhb vvn av po21 n2 av pp-f dt n1 c-crq vbds dx n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 412
8209 that is, from the Babylonish captivity. that is, from the Babylonish captivity. cst vbz, p-acp dt np1 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 412
8210 The Jewes were delivered from corporall slavery, as well as spirituall, by the blood of Jesus Christ, The Jews were Delivered from corporal slavery, as well as spiritual, by the blood of jesus christ, dt np2 vbdr vvn p-acp j n1, c-acp av c-acp j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 412
8211 and so are the Covenant people of God to this day. The blood of the Covenant serves to all purposes; and so Are the Covenant people of God to this day. The blood of the Covenant serves to all Purposes; cc av vbr dt n1 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 412
8212 for the good things of this life, as well as of that which is to come. for the good things of this life, as well as of that which is to come. p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1, c-acp av c-acp pp-f d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 412
8213 Nothing else can do us good to purpose, or deliver us from evill but the blood of Christ. ( Ps. 49.7, 8.) They that trust in their wealth, Nothing Else can do us good to purpose, or deliver us from evil but the blood of christ. (Ps. 49.7, 8.) They that trust in their wealth, pix av vmb vdi pno12 j p-acp n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (np1 crd, crd) pns32 d vvb p-acp po32 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 412
8214 & boast themselves in the multitude of their riches, none of them can by any meanes redeeme his brother, & boast themselves in the multitude of their riches, none of them can by any means Redeem his brother, cc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pix pp-f pno32 vmb p-acp d n2 vvi po31 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8215 nor give to God a ransome for him. nor give to God a ransom for him. ccx vvi p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp pno31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8216 In some cases, as Solomon saith, ( Prov. 13.8.) The ransome of a mans life are his riches. In Some cases, as Solomon Says, (Curae 13.8.) The ransom of a men life Are his riches. p-acp d n2, c-acp np1 vvz, (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vbr po31 n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8217 As a mans riches doe often endanger his life (all the fault of some men for which they have suffered as deep as death, hath been only this, they were rich) so a man by his riches may redeeme his forfeited or endangered life, he may buy off the wrath of man, As a men riches do often endanger his life (all the fault of Some men for which they have suffered as deep as death, hath been only this, they were rich) so a man by his riches may Redeem his forfeited or endangered life, he may buy off the wrath of man, p-acp dt ng1 n2 vdb av vvi po31 n1 (d dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp j-jn c-acp n1, vhz vbn av-j d, pns32 vbdr j) av dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 vmb vvi po31 vvn cc vvd n1, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8218 and so ransome his life by his riches. and so ransom his life by his riches. cc av n1 po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8219 But all the riches in the world cannot buy his life out of the hand of sickness; But all the riches in the world cannot buy his life out of the hand of sickness; p-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi po31 n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8220 though a man would lay out all his substance, and spend all that he hath upon Physitians (as the poor woman in the Gospel did) yet that could not doe it. though a man would lay out all his substance, and spend all that he hath upon Physicians (as the poor woman in the Gospel did) yet that could not do it. cs dt n1 vmd vvi av d po31 n1, cc vvi d cst pns31 vhz p-acp n2 (c-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vdd) av cst vmd xx vdi pn31. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8221 We need the blood of Jesus Christ to help us out of a sick bed, and from temporall sufferings as well as from hell and everlasting sufferings. We need the blood of jesus christ to help us out of a sick Bed, and from temporal sufferings as well as from hell and everlasting sufferings. pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f dt j n1, cc p-acp j n2 c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 cc j n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8222 And the more spirituall any are, the more they have recourse to the blood of Christ for all they would have, And the more spiritual any Are, the more they have recourse to the blood of christ for all they would have, cc dt av-dc j d vbr, dt av-dc pns32 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d pns32 vmd vhi, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8223 whether it be freedome from this or that evill, or enjoyment of this or that good. whither it be freedom from this or that evil, or enjoyment of this or that good. cs pn31 vbb n1 p-acp d cc d n-jn, cc n1 pp-f d cc d j. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1316 Page 413
8224 Therefore, First, When we hear of a ransome let us remember that we are all naturally captives. Therefore, First, When we hear of a ransom let us Remember that we Are all naturally captives. av, ord, c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 vvb pno12 vvi cst pns12 vbr d av-j n2-jn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1317 Page 413
8225 Here is a ransome for our souls and a ransome for our bodies, we are ransomed from hell, Here is a ransom for our Souls and a ransom for our bodies, we Are ransomed from hell, av vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1317 Page 413
8226 and ransomed from death, surely then, we are (through sin) made captives to all these. and ransomed from death, surely then, we Are (through since) made captives to all these. cc vvn p-acp n1, av-j av, pns12 vbr (p-acp n1) vvd n2-jn p-acp d d. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1317 Page 413
8227 Secondly, In that the ransome is exprest by a word, that notes hiding or covering, it should mind us, that, Jesus Christ by his blood (which is our ransome) hath covered all our bloody sins; Secondly, In that the ransom is expressed by a word, that notes hiding or covering, it should mind us, that, jesus christ by his blood (which is our ransom) hath covered all our bloody Sins; ord, p-acp d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst n2 vvg cc vvg, pn31 vmd vvi pno12, cst, np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 (r-crq vbz po12 n1) vhz vvn d po12 j n2; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1318 Page 413
8228 and surely the blood of our sins will appeare not only to our shame, but to our confusion, and surely the blood of our Sins will appear not only to our shame, but to our confusion, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vmb vvi xx av-j p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp p-acp po12 n1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1318 Page 413
8229 unlesse the blood of Christ cover them. unless the blood of christ cover them. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi pno32. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1318 Page 413
8230 Thirdly, We may hence infer, The Lord shall be no looser by saving the worst of sinners. Thirdly, We may hence infer, The Lord shall be no looser by Saving the worst of Sinners. ord, pns12 vmb av vvi, dt n1 vmb vbi dx jc p-acp vvg dt js pp-f n2. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1319 Page 413
8231 His Son hath taken care for that, he hath undertaken to see his Honour saved, and his Justice satisfied. His Son hath taken care for that, he hath undertaken to see his Honour saved, and his justice satisfied. po31 n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d, pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1319 Page 413
8232 Fourthly, In all your outward afflictions and sicknesses; apply to the blood of Christ for healing, for helpe and deliverance. Fourthly, In all your outward afflictions and Sicknesses; apply to the blood of christ for healing, for help and deliverance. ord, p-acp d po22 j n2 cc n2; vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg, p-acp n1 cc n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1320 Page 413
8233 Fifthly, Being delivered from going down to the pit, from death by sickness, blesse Christ for his blood. Fifthly, Being Delivered from going down to the pit, from death by sickness, bless christ for his blood. ord, vbg vvn p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvb np1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 413
8234 We are rescued from the arrest of death, from Deaths Sergeant, sicknesse, by the blood of Christ. We Are rescued from the arrest of death, from Death's sergeant, sickness, by the blood of christ. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ng1 n1, n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 413
8235 And remember that as Christ ransomes us from going downe to the grave when we are sick, And Remember that as christ ransoms us from going down to the grave when we Are sick, cc vvb cst p-acp np1 n2 pno12 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr j, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8236 so Christ will ransome us from the power of the grave when we are dead. ( Hosea 13.14.) I will ransome them from the power of the grave. so christ will ransom us from the power of the grave when we Are dead. (Hosea 13.14.) I will ransom them from the power of the grave. av np1 vmb n1 pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr j. (np1 crd.) pns11 vmb n1 pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8237 Which though it were primarily meant of the deliverance of the Jewes out of Babylon, where they seemed to be not only dead but buryed; Which though it were primarily meant of the deliverance of the Jews out of Babylon, where they seemed to be not only dead but buried; r-crq c-acp pn31 vbdr av-j vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np2 av pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi xx av-j j cc-acp vvn; (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8238 yet the Apostle applyeth it clearly to the ransoming of the body dead indeed and laid in the grave, by the power of Christ at the generall resurrection (1 Cor. 15.54.) For then shall be brought to passe that saying that is written, Death is swallowed up of victory. yet the Apostle Applieth it clearly to the ransoming of the body dead indeed and laid in the grave, by the power of christ At the general resurrection (1 Cor. 15.54.) For then shall be brought to pass that saying that is written, Death is swallowed up of victory. av dt n1 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 j av cc vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 (vvd np1 crd.) c-acp av vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cst vvg cst vbz vvn, n1 vbz vvn a-acp pp-f n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8239 O death where is thy sting? O grave where is thy Victory. O death where is thy sting? O grave where is thy Victory. sy n1 q-crq vbz po21 n1? sy n1 q-crq vbz po21 n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8240 Yea Christ hath ransomed all those from going down to the pit of hell, who take hold of his ransome by believing. Yea christ hath ransomed all those from going down to the pit of hell, who take hold of his ransom by believing. uh np1 vhz vvn d d p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb vvi pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8241 See that you have an interest in this ransome, else you will never have deliverance from going downe to that pit. See that you have an Interest in this ransom, Else you will never have deliverance from going down to that pit. n1 cst pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp d n1, av pn22 vmb av-x vhi n1 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp d n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8242 We read not all the Scripture over of any ransome to deliver those, who are once gone downe to that bottomlesse pit. We read not all the Scripture over of any ransom to deliver those, who Are once gone down to that bottomless pit. pns12 vvb xx d dt n1 a-acp pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi d, r-crq vbr a-acp vvn a-acp p-acp d j n1. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8243 They that are in the grave shall be ransomed and recovered by the power of Christ, They that Are in the grave shall be ransomed and recovered by the power of christ, pns32 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8244 but they that goe into hell shall never be ransomed from thence. but they that go into hell shall never be ransomed from thence. cc-acp pns32 cst vvb p-acp n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8245 Take hold of this ransome that ye may have full deliverance, both from sickness leading to death here, Take hold of this ransom that you may have full deliverance, both from sickness leading to death Here, vvb vvb pp-f d n1 cst pn22 vmb vhi j n1, av-d p-acp n1 vvg p-acp n1 av, (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8246 and from hell which is the second death hereafter. and from hell which is the second death hereafter. cc p-acp n1 r-crq vbz dt ord n1 av. (17) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 414
8247 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 25, 26. His flesh shall be fresher then a childes; he shall returne to the dayes of his youth. JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 25, 26. His Flesh shall be fresher then a child's; he shall return to the days of his youth. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd po31 n1 vmb vbi jc cs dt ng1; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1321 Page 415
8248 He shall pray unto God, and be will be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy; He shall pray unto God, and be will be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vbi vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1323 Page 415
8249 for he will render unto man his righteousness. for he will render unto man his righteousness. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1323 Page 415
8250 IN these two verses Elihu proceeds, to shew the perfecting of the sick mans recovery, the foundation of which was layd in the Lords graciousness to him, spoken of in the former verse; IN these two Verses Elihu proceeds, to show the perfecting of the sick men recovery, the Foundation of which was laid in the lords graciousness to him, spoken of in the former verse; p-acp d crd n2 np1 vvz, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg pp-f dt j ng1 n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp pno31, vvn pp-f p-acp dt j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1324 Page 415
8251 and the declaration of it in that word or warrant, which went out from God to the messenger about his deliverance from going downe to the pit. and the declaration of it in that word or warrant, which went out from God to the Messenger about his deliverance from going down to the pit. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq vvd av p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1324 Page 415
8252 This mercy or recovery in, the full extent of it, hath a two-fold respect; First, to his body; Secondly, to his soule. This mercy or recovery in, the full extent of it, hath a twofold respect; First, to his body; Secondly, to his soul. d n1 cc n1 p-acp, dt j n1 pp-f pn31, vhz dt n1 n1; ord, p-acp po31 n1; ord, p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1325 Page 415
8253 The mercy as it respects his body, is layd downe in the 25th. verse; His flesh shall be fresher then a childes; The mercy as it respects his body, is laid down in the 25th. verse; His Flesh shall be fresher then a child's; dt n1 c-acp pn31 vvz po31 n1, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord. n1; po31 n1 vmb vbi jc cs dt ng1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1326 Page 415
8254 he shall returne as in the dayes of his youth. he shall return as in the days of his youth. pns31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1326 Page 415
8255 The mercy which respects his soule, or the state of his inward man, is layd downe in the 26th verse; The mercy which respects his soul, or the state of his inward man, is laid down in the 26th verse; dt n1 r-crq vvz po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1327 Page 415
8256 He shall pray unto God, and be will be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy; He shall pray unto God, and be will be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vbi vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1327 Page 415
8257 for he will render unto him his righteousness. In this recovery of his soule-state, we may further consider, First, the causes of it. for he will render unto him his righteousness. In this recovery of his soule-state, we may further Consider, First, the Causes of it. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 po31 n1. p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vmb av-jc vvi, ord, dt n2 pp-f pn31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1327 Page 415
8258 First, The Instrumentall cause, prayer; He shall pray unto God. First, The Instrumental cause, prayer; He shall pray unto God. ord, dt j n1, n1; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1329 Page 415
8259 Secondly, The principall or efficient cause of it, together with the first moving cause, The kindness of God; Secondly, The principal or efficient cause of it, together with the First moving cause, The kindness of God; ord, dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f pn31, av p-acp dt ord j-vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1330 Page 415
8260 He will be favourable unto him. Secondly, The consequence of this his renewed soule-state; He shall see his face with joy. He will be favourable unto him. Secondly, The consequence of this his renewed soule-state; He shall see his face with joy. pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. ord, dt n1 pp-f d po31 j-vvn n1; pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1330 Page 415
8261 Thirdly, The matter wherein this joyfull state doth consist, in the close of the 26th verse; Thirdly, The matter wherein this joyful state does consist, in the close of the 26th verse; ord, dt n1 c-crq d j n1 vdz vvi, p-acp dt j pp-f dt ord n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1332 Page 415
8263 which shew the blessed issue, which God gives this distressed and sick man from his afflictions and sorrowes. which show the blessed issue, which God gives this distressed and sick man from his afflictions and sorrows. r-crq vvb dt j-vvn n1, r-crq np1 vvz d j-vvn cc j n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1333 Page 415
8264 Vers. 25. His flesh shall be fresher then a childes. By flesh he meanes the naturall flesh of the body; Vers. 25. His Flesh shall be fresher then a child's. By Flesh he means the natural Flesh of the body; np1 crd po31 n1 vmb vbi jc cs dt ng1. p-acp n1 pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1333 Page 416
8265 this flesh shall be fresh, yea fresher, and not only fresher then it was before he fell sick in his man-hood, this Flesh shall be fresh, yea fresher, and not only fresher then it was before he fell sick in his manhood, d n1 vmb vbi j, uh jc, cc xx av-j jc cs pn31 vbds c-acp pns31 vvd j p-acp po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8266 but then it was in his child-hood, fresher then a childes. The word which we render comparatively, fresher, signifies to wax soft or tender. but then it was in his childhood, fresher then a child's. The word which we render comparatively, fresher, signifies to wax soft or tender. cc-acp av pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1, jc cs dt ng1. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb av-j, jc, vvz pc-acp vvi j cc j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8267 'Tis no where read in the whole Bible but here. It's no where read in the Whole bible but Here. pn31|vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc-acp av. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8268 Grammarians say, it is compounded of an Hebrew word, which signifies to be greene or flourishing ( Chap: 8.16.) and of a Syriack word which signifies to increase and grow as a plant; Grammarians say, it is compounded of an Hebrew word, which signifies to be green or flourishing (Chap: 8.16.) and of a Syriac word which signifies to increase and grow as a plant; n2 vvb, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt njp n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi j-jn cc vvg (n1: crd.) cc pp-f dt np1 n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8269 we render it as noting the man mending apace (as some sick men upon recovery doe) in his strength and health. we render it as noting the man mending apace (as Some sick men upon recovery do) in his strength and health. pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp vvg dt n1 vvg av (c-acp d j n2 p-acp n1 vdb) p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8270 He shall be fresh-coloured, who before was pale and wan, he shall be full-fleshed, who before was fallen and leane; He shall be fresh-coloured, who before was pale and wan, he shall be full-fleshed, who before was fallen and lean; pns31 vmb vbi j, r-crq a-acp vbds j cc j, pns31 vmb vbi j, r-crq a-acp vbds vvn cc j; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8271 so that, when he saith, His flesh shall be fresher then a childes, 'Tis an Elegant hyperbolical expression, to shew his perfect recovery from that mortal sickness to health. As if he had sayd; so that, when he Says, His Flesh shall be fresher then a child's, It's an Elegant hyperbolical expression, to show his perfect recovery from that Mortal sickness to health. As if he had said; av cst, c-crq pns31 vvz, po31 n1 vmb vbi jc cs dt ng1, pn31|vbz dt j j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp n1. p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8272 God will restore him so, that there shall be no scarr, nor print, no dregs, nor appearance of his former disease seene upon him. God will restore him so, that there shall be no scarr, nor print, no dregs, nor appearance of his former disease seen upon him. np1 vmb vvi pno31 av, cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1, ccx n1, dx n2, ccx n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8273 We know how tender and soft, how delicate and faire, the flesh of a little child is, We know how tender and soft, how delicate and fair, the Flesh of a little child is, pns12 vvb c-crq j cc j, c-crq j cc j, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8274 how sweete his countenance is, how full of good blood his veines are, how healthy and strong (as to his time) his whole body is. how sweet his countenance is, how full of good blood his Veins Are, how healthy and strong (as to his time) his Whole body is. c-crq j po31 n1 vbz, c-crq j pp-f j n1 po31 n2 vbr, c-crq j cc j (c-acp p-acp po31 n1) po31 j-jn n1 vbz. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8275 Thus it shall be with this sick man; His flesh shall be fresh•r then a childes; Thus it shall be with this sick man; His Flesh shall be fresh•r then a child's; av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d j n1; po31 n1 vmb vbi jc cs dt ng1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8276 he shall be as if he were new-borne, or entred a second time upon the stage of this world. he shall be as if he were newborn, or entered a second time upon the stage of this world. pns31 vmb vbi c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j, cc vvd dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8277 Our spirituall estate of renovation by Christ is set forth as a youthfull, or child-like state, Our spiritual estate of renovation by christ is Set forth as a youthful, or childlike state, po12 j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vbz vvn av p-acp dt j, cc j n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8278 as to the purity and perfection of it ( Eph: 5.27.) Christ shall present us to himselfe a glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing. as to the purity and perfection of it (Ephesians: 5.27.) christ shall present us to himself a glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing. c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 (np1: crd.) np1 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp px31 dt j n1, xx vhg n1 cc n1, cc d d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8279 The Church hath her sin-spots and wrinckles now in her militancy; The Church hath her sin-spots and wrinkles now in her militancy; dt n1 vhz po31 n2 cc n2 av p-acp po31 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8280 but when Christ shall present the Church at last triumphantly to himselfe, then as himselfe was ever without spot or wrinckle, so shall the Church be. but when christ shall present the Church At last triumphantly to himself, then as himself was ever without spot or wrinkle, so shall the Church be. cc-acp c-crq np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp ord av-j p-acp px31, av c-acp px31 vbds av p-acp n1 cc n1, av vmb dt n1 vbi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8281 Her flesh shall indeed be fresher then a childes, being perfectly recovered out of her spirituall sickness. Her Flesh shall indeed be fresher then a child's, being perfectly recovered out of her spiritual sickness. po31 n1 vmb av vbi jc cs dt ng1, vbg av-j vvn av pp-f po31 j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8282 And thus, in proportion, Elihu assures the penitent sick man, that, when his peace is renewed with God, And thus, in proportion, Elihu assures the penitent sick man, that, when his peace is renewed with God, cc av, p-acp n1, np1 vvz dt j-jn j n1, cst, c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8283 and his spirit set right for God, his very flesh shall be without spot or wrinckle, fresher then a childes. The latter part of the verse beares the same sence. and his Spirit Set right for God, his very Flesh shall be without spot or wrinkle, fresher then a child's. The latter part of the verse bears the same sense. cc po31 n1 vvd av-jn p-acp np1, po31 j n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 cc n1, jc cs dt ng1. dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 416
8284 He shall returne as in the dayes of his youth. He shall return as in the days of his youth. pns31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1334 Page 417
8285 That is, he shall not barely recover his health, and get upon his leggs againe (as we say) he shall not meerely escape death and the grave, That is, he shall not barely recover his health, and get upon his legs again (as we say) he shall not merely escape death and the grave, cst vbz, pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n2 av (c-acp pns12 vvb) pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi n1 cc dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1335 Page 417
8286 but he shall have an addition of bodily ability, he shall, as it were, be young againe. but he shall have an addition of bodily ability, he shall, as it were, be young again. cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns31 vmb, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vbb j av. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1335 Page 417
8287 As sickness makes a young man look old, so recovery from sickness makes the old man look young. As sickness makes a young man look old, so recovery from sickness makes the old man look young. p-acp n1 vvz dt j n1 vvb j, av n1 p-acp n1 vvz dt j n1 vvb j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1335 Page 417
8288 That's to returne to the dayes of his youth. Hence Note; First. Bodily beauty, health and strength are the Gift of God. That's to return to the days of his youth. Hence Note; First. Bodily beauty, health and strength Are the Gift of God. d|vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. av zz; ord. j n1, n1 cc n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1335 Page 417
8289 He gives them, and takes them away at pleasure, or having taken them away, he can give them backe when he pleaseth. He gives them, and Takes them away At pleasure, or having taken them away, he can give them back when he Pleases. pns31 vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32 av p-acp n1, cc vhg vvn pno32 av, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av c-crq pns31 vvz. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8290 He kills and he makes alive, he bringeth downe to the Grave, and bringeth up, as Hannah sayd in her Song (1 Sam: 2.6.) How low soever a man is brought by sickness, either proper or metaphoricall, the Lord is able to rayse him up againe. He kills and he makes alive, he brings down to the Grave, and brings up, as Hannah said in her Song (1 Sam: 2.6.) How low soever a man is brought by sickness, either proper or metaphorical, the Lord is able to raise him up again. pns31 vvz cc pns31 vvz j, pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt j, cc vvz a-acp, p-acp np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 (vvd np1: crd.) q-crq j av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, d j cc j, dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp av. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8291 We read ( v. 21.) in how pitifull a plight, the sick man was, We read (v. 21.) in how pitiful a plighted, the sick man was, pns12 vvb (n1 crd) p-acp c-crq j dt n1, dt j n1 vbds, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8292 how rather like a carkasse then a living man he lookt, His flesh was consumed, that it could not be seene, how rather like a carcase then a living man he looked, His Flesh was consumed, that it could not be seen, c-crq av av-j dt n1 cs dt j-vvg n1 pns31 vvd, po31 n1 vbds vvn, cst pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8293 and his bones which were not seene, stood out; as much as to say, He was nothing but skin and bones; and his bones which were not seen, stood out; as much as to say, He was nothing but skin and bones; cc po31 n2 r-crq vbdr xx vvn, vvd av; p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbds pix cc-acp n1 cc n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8294 yet, when in that case all hopes were gone, and all natural helps fayled, it was no hard matter with God to cure him. yet, when in that case all hope's were gone, and all natural helps failed, it was no hard matter with God to cure him. av, c-crq p-acp d n1 d n2 vbdr vvn, cc d j n2 vvd, pn31 vbds dx j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8295 When the skill of the Physician, and the vertue of medicines fayle, the power of God fayleth not. When the skill of the physician, and the virtue of medicines fail, the power of God Faileth not. c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vvi, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8296 As it is in reference to those outward dangers and desperate exigents, which we meete with in this world by enemies and persecutors, As it is in Referente to those outward dangers and desperate exigents, which we meet with in this world by enemies and persecutors, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2 cc j n2, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8297 when we look upon our selves as dead men, when all hope of deliverance seems past & gone, when we look upon our selves as dead men, when all hope of deliverance seems past & gone, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 p-acp j n2, c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vvz j cc vvn, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8298 then the Lord alwayes can and often doth deliver. then the Lord always can and often does deliver. cs dt n1 av vmb cc av vdz vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8299 The Apostle gives us his experience of it (2 Cor: 1.9, 10.) We had the sentence of death in our selves; The Apostle gives us his experience of it (2 Cor: 1.9, 10.) We had the sentence of death in our selves; dt n1 vvz pno12 po31 n1 pp-f pn31 (crd fw-la: crd, crd) pns12 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8300 he spake not thus in regard of sickness, but of trouble and persecution; he spoke not thus in regard of sickness, but of trouble and persecution; pns31 vvd xx av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1 cc n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8301 As if he had sayd, The malice and wrath of our enemies was such, that we thought we should never escape, We had the sentence of death in our selves, but providence suffered it to be so, that we should not trust in our selves, As if he had said, The malice and wrath of our enemies was such, that we Thought we should never escape, We had the sentence of death in our selves, but providence suffered it to be so, that we should not trust in our selves, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbds d, cst pns12 vvd pns12 vmd av-x vvi, pns12 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n1 vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi av, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8302 but in God who rayseth the dead. As it is (I say) in such dangers, so in dangerous deadly sicknesses; but in God who raises the dead. As it is (I say) in such dangers, so in dangerous deadly Sicknesses; cc-acp p-acp np1 r-crq vvz dt j. p-acp pn31 vbz (pns11 vvb) p-acp d n2, av p-acp j j n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8303 when a poore creature hath the sentence of death in himselfe, when he makes no other reckoning but to dye, when a poor creature hath the sentence of death in himself, when he makes no other reckoning but to die, c-crq dt j n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31, c-crq pns31 vvz dx n-jn vvg p-acp pc-acp vvi, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 417
8304 as good King Hezekiah sayd of himselfe in his sickness ( Isa: 38.13.) I reckoned till morning, that, as good King Hezekiah said of himself in his sickness (Isaiah: 38.13.) I reckoned till morning, that, c-acp j n1 np1 vvd pp-f px31 p-acp po31 n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vvn p-acp n1, cst, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 418
8305 as a Lyon, so will he breake all my bones, from day even to night wilt thou make an end of me; as a lion, so will he break all my bones, from day even to night wilt thou make an end of me; c-acp dt n1, av vmb pns31 vvi d po11 n2, p-acp n1 av p-acp n1 vm2 pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno11; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 418
8306 yet then as in his case, so in many cases the Lord stretcheth forth a healing hand and takes the sick man up againe, to continue in the land of the living. yet then as in his case, so in many cases the Lord Stretcheth forth a healing hand and Takes the sick man up again, to continue in the land of the living. av av c-acp p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp d n2 dt n1 vvz av dt j-vvg n1 cc vvz dt j n1 a-acp av, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1337 Page 418
8307 Secondly, From the way of expressing this, in allusion to a childe or a youth. Note. Secondly, From the Way of expressing this, in allusion to a child or a youth. Note. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg d, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1338 Page 418
8308 God he can quickly make the greatest changes in nature, either for the better or for the worse, He can turne youth into old age, and old age into youth. God he can quickly make the greatest changes in nature, either for the better or for the Worse, He can turn youth into old age, and old age into youth. np1 pns31 vmb av-j vvi dt js n2 p-acp n1, av-d p-acp dt jc cc p-acp dt jc, pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j n1, cc j n1 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1339 Page 418
8309 That is, he can make a young or a healthy man weake as an old man, That is, he can make a young or a healthy man weak as an old man, cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi dt j cc dt j n1 j c-acp dt j n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8310 and an old or sickly man strong as a young man; and an old or sickly man strong as a young man; cc dt j cc j n1 j c-acp dt j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8311 and as it is with naturall, so with politicall bodyes, as with persons, so with nations. and as it is with natural, so with political bodies, as with Persons, so with Nations. cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j, av p-acp j n2, c-acp p-acp n2, av p-acp n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8312 A nation that is flourishing in its youth, heate, strength and glory, rich and full of peace and plenty, God can bring an oldness upon it, A Nation that is flourishing in its youth, heat, strength and glory, rich and full of peace and plenty, God can bring an oldness upon it, dt n1 cst vbz vvg p-acp po31 n1, n1, n1 cc n1, j cc j pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8313 and cause it to decline every day. and cause it to decline every day. cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8314 The Prophet spake of the state of Israel in this notion ( Hos: 7.9.) Gray haires are here and there upon them, and they perceive it not; The Prophet spoke of the state of Israel in this notion (Hos: 7.9.) Grey hairs Are Here and there upon them, and they perceive it not; dt n1 vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 (np1: crd.) j-jn n2 vbr av cc a-acp p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vvb pn31 xx; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8315 they thought ttemselves to be in a very youthfull flourishing condition (as a state) but the Lord brought gray haires, that is, they were decaying, withering, weakning, and became a decrepid nation; they Thought ttemselves to be in a very youthful flourishing condition (as a state) but the Lord brought grey hairs, that is, they were decaying, withering, weakening, and became a decrepit Nation; pns32 vvd n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j j j-vvg n1 (c-acp dt n1) p-acp dt n1 vvd j-jn n2, cst vbz, pns32 vbdr vvg, vvg, vvg, cc vvd dt j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8316 And when a nation is gray-hayred, old and withered, he can make it youthfull, he can recover the honour and power of it, And when a Nation is gray-haired, old and withered, he can make it youthful, he can recover the honour and power of it, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz j, j cc j-vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 j, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8317 and cause the dread of it to fall upon the neighbouring nations round about. He turnes a land into a wilderness, which before was as the Garden of God; and cause the dread of it to fallen upon the neighbouring Nations round about. He turns a land into a Wilderness, which before was as the Garden of God; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n2 av-j a-acp. pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq a-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8318 And he can change that land into a Garden of God which now is a desolate wildernes. And he can change that land into a Garden of God which now is a desolate Wilderness. cc pns31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq av vbz dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8319 The unchangeable Lord is visible and glorious in all these changes. The health and strength both of the body politick and naturall are at his dispose. The unchangeable Lord is visible and glorious in all these changes. The health and strength both of the body politic and natural Are At his dispose. dt j-u n1 vbz j cc j p-acp d d n2. dt n1 cc n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 j cc j vbr p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8320 He can bring a decay upon what is built, and repaire what is decayed, whether in nations or persons. He can bring a decay upon what is built, and repair what is decayed, whither in Nations or Persons. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, cc vvi r-crq vbz vvn, cs p-acp n2 cc n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8321 When the earthly house of this Tabernacle is ready to drop downe into the grave, When the earthly house of this Tabernacle is ready to drop down into the grave, c-crq dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8322 and crumble into dust, God by a word speaking, repayreth it to as much beauty and strength, and crumble into dust, God by a word speaking, repaireth it to as much beauty and strength, cc vvb p-acp n1, np1 p-acp dt n1 vvg, vvz pn31 p-acp c-acp d n1 cc n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8323 as when, the first stone being layd, the top-stone was set up. as when, the First stone being laid, the topstone was Set up. c-acp c-crq, dt ord n1 vbg vvn, dt n1 vbds vvn a-acp. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8345 Nothing can stand against the word of God: Nothing can stand against the word of God: pix vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1343 Page 419
8324 When Naaman had once submitted to and obeyed the Prophets counsell, which at first he despised, When Naaman had once submitted to and obeyed the prophets counsel, which At First he despised, c-crq np1 vhd a-acp vvn p-acp cc vvd dt ng1 n1, r-crq p-acp ord pns31 vvd, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 418
8325 & washed in Jorden, His flesh (saith the text, 2 Kings 5.14.) came againe like unto the flesh of a little childe. & washed in Jorden, His Flesh (Says the text, 2 Kings 5.14.) Come again like unto the Flesh of a little child. cc vvn p-acp np1, po31 n1 (vvz dt n1, crd n2 crd.) vvd av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8326 The holy Psalmist charged his owne soule to praise the Lord, and all that was within him to blesse his holy name (Psal: 103.1, 5.) Who had satisfied his mouth with good things, The holy Psalmist charged his own soul to praise the Lord, and all that was within him to bless his holy name (Psalm: 103.1, 5.) Who had satisfied his Mouth with good things, dt j n1 vvd po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc d cst vbds p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 (np1: crd, crd) r-crq vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp j n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8327 so that his youth was renewed as the Eagle. This renovation of his youth may be understood three wayes; so that his youth was renewed as the Eagl. This renovation of his youth may be understood three ways; av cst po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1. d n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn crd n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8328 First, as to his naturall state, or bodyly strength. First, as to his natural state, or bodily strength. ord, c-acp p-acp po31 j n1, cc j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8329 Secondly, as to his civill state or worldly successes, as to his honour and kingly renowne. Secondly, as to his civil state or worldly Successes, as to his honour and kingly renown. ord, c-acp p-acp po31 j n1 cc j n2, c-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8330 Thirdly, as to his spirituall state, or the hightning of his gifts, graces, and comforts. Thirdly, as to his spiritual state, or the hightning of his Gifts, graces, and comforts. ord, c-acp p-acp po31 j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, n2, cc n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8331 'Tis probable, David had found a declension in all these, and at last through the goodness of God and his blessing upon him, the renewing of them all from that oldness to a youthfullness againe, like that of Eagles. It's probable, David had found a declension in all these, and At last through the Goodness of God and his blessing upon him, the renewing of them all from that oldness to a youthfullness again, like that of Eagles. pn31|vbz j, np1 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp d d, cc p-acp ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp pno31, dt vvg pp-f pno32 d p-acp cst n1 p-acp dt n1 av, av-j d pp-f n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8332 We find the same allusion in the Prophet ( Isa: 40.31.) They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up as with Eagles wings. We find the same allusion in the Prophet (Isaiah: 40.31.) They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up as with Eagles wings. pns12 vvb dt d n1 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) pns32 d vvb p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi po32 n1, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp c-acp p-acp n2 n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8333 Some Naturalists say, the Eagle reneweth her strength by sucking blood when her stomack is so weake that shee cannot seed upon the flesh of her prey. some Naturalists say, the Eagl Reneweth her strength by sucking blood when her stomach is so weak that she cannot seed upon the Flesh of her prey. d n2 vvb, dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp j-vvg n1 c-crq po31 n1 vbz av j cst pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8334 Saints indeed renew their strength as the Eagle, while by faith they sucke the blood of Jesus Christ; Saints indeed renew their strength as the Eagl, while by faith they suck the blood of jesus christ; np1 av vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp n1 pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8335 and they get cure of their owne weaknesses, while they believingly lay hold upon his strength. and they get cure of their own Weaknesses, while they believingly lay hold upon his strength. cc pns32 vvb n1 pp-f po32 d n2, cs pns32 av-vvg vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1340 Page 419
8336 Thirdly, We heard in the former verse of a divine warrant issued out for this mans recovery; Thirdly, We herd in the former verse of a divine warrant issued out for this men recovery; ord, pns12 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvd av p-acp d ng1 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1341 Page 419
8337 Then he is gracious to him, and saith, deliver him. Here we have the warrant executed; Then he is gracious to him, and Says, deliver him. Here we have the warrant executed; cs pns31 vbz j p-acp pno31, cc vvz, vvb pno31. av pns12 vhb dt n1 vvn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1341 Page 419
8338 His flesh shall be fresher then a childes. Hence observe. His Flesh shall be fresher then a child's. Hence observe. po31 n1 vmb vbi jc cs dt ng1. av vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1341 Page 419
8339 The commands and warrants of God are effectuall, they shall be obeyed and made good to man. The commands and warrants of God Are effectual, they shall be obeyed and made good to man. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr j, pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvd j p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1342 Page 419
8340 If God say, deliver him from a sick bed, he shall be delivered; If God say, deliver him from a sick Bed, he shall be Delivered; cs np1 vvb, vvb pno31 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1343 Page 419
8341 I will worke (saith the Lord, Isa: 43.13, 14.) and who shall let it? for your sake I have sent to Babylon, I will work (Says the Lord, Isaiah: 43.13, 14.) and who shall let it? for your sake I have sent to Babylon, pns11 vmb vvi (vvz dt n1, np1: crd, crd) cc r-crq vmb vvi pn31? p-acp po22 n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1343 Page 419
8342 and have brought downe all their Nobles, or barrs, as the margin reads it; and have brought down all their Nobles, or bars, as the margin reads it; cc vhb vvn a-acp d po32 n2-j, cc n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1343 Page 419
8343 I will have it done, I will breake all those Nobles who are as barrs in the way of my peoples deliverance. I will have it done, I will break all those Nobles who Are as bars in the Way of my peoples deliverance. pns11 vmb vhi pn31 vdn, pns11 vmb vvi d d n2-j r-crq vbr p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 ng1 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1343 Page 419
8344 So when the Lord sends his warrant for the delivering of a sick man, he will break all those barrs and bands by which diseases and sicknesses hold him as a prisoner in his bed. So when the Lord sends his warrant for the delivering of a sick man, he will break all those bars and bans by which diseases and Sicknesses hold him as a prisoner in his Bed. av c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi d d n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq n2 cc n2 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1343 Page 419
8346 as by a word speaking he gave the creature a being, when it had none (The Lord only spake the word, Let there be light, let there be a firmament, &c. and it was so ) Thus also the word or warrant of God reneweth a wel-being to those, with whom it is worst, as by a word speaking he gave the creature a being, when it had none (The Lord only spoke the word, Let there be Light, let there be a firmament, etc. and it was so) Thus also the word or warrant of God Reneweth a well-being to those, with whom it is worst, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvg pns31 vvd dt n1 dt vbg, c-crq pn31 vhd pix (dt n1 av-j vvd dt n1, vvb pc-acp vbi j, vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1, av cc pn31 vbds av) av av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz js, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1343 Page 420
8347 or a comfortable life to those, who are compassed about with the sorrowes of death. or a comfortable life to those, who Are compassed about with the sorrows of death. cc dt j n1 p-acp d, r-crq vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1343 Page 420
8348 The word of God prevailes over all, or is effectuall to every purpose ( Psal: 33.9.) He spake and it was done, he commanded and it stood fast. The word of God prevails over all, or is effectual to every purpose (Psalm: 33.9.) He spoke and it was done, he commanded and it stood fast. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d, cc vbz j p-acp d n1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vvd cc pn31 vbds vdn, pns31 vvd cc pn31 vvd av-j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1343 Page 420
8349 Further, In this restoring of the sick, we have a shadow of the resurrection. Further, In this restoring of the sick, we have a shadow of the resurrection. jc, p-acp d vvg pp-f dt j, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8350 The raysing of a dying man from his bed, is like the raysing of the dead from the grave. The raising of a dying man from his Bed, is like the raising of the dead from the grave. dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz av-j dt n-vvg pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8351 The spring of the yeare is a shadow of the resurrection, because then the earth returnes to her youth, The spring of the year is a shadow of the resurrection, Because then the earth returns to her youth, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp cs dt n1 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8352 and is fresh as a child, In winter all things are dead and desolate, their glosse and beauty is gone; and is fresh as a child, In winter all things Are dead and desolate, their gloss and beauty is gone; cc vbz j c-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 d n2 vbr j cc j, po32 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8353 but then cometh the spring and all revives againe, the face of the earth looks fresh, corne and grasse, trees and plants flourish and put forth their buds and blossomes. but then comes the spring and all revives again, the face of the earth looks fresh, corn and grass, trees and plants flourish and put forth their buds and blossoms. cc-acp av vvz dt n1 cc d vvz av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz j, n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2 vvb cc vvi av po32 n2 cc n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8354 Now, what the spring of the yeare is to the body of the earth, the same is the returne of health to the body of man; Now, what the spring of the year is to the body of the earth, the same is the return of health to the body of man; av, q-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8355 In both we have an exemplar of the resurrection, as also in the regeneration or new birth of the soule, by the power of the holy Ghost. In both we have an exemplar of the resurrection, as also in the regeneration or new birth of the soul, by the power of the holy Ghost. p-acp d pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8356 For till then we are, like old sickly men, in the old man, yea we are dead. For till then we Are, like old sickly men, in the old man, yea we Are dead. p-acp c-acp av pns12 vbr, av-j j j n2, p-acp dt j n1, uh pns12 vbr j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8357 But no sooner doth the Spirit bring us forth by a second creation into the life of the new man, But no sooner does the Spirit bring us forth by a second creation into the life of the new man, cc-acp av-dx av-c vdz dt n1 vvb pno12 av p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8358 but we become in spirit fresh like Children, our youth returnes to us againe; but we become in Spirit fresh like Children, our youth returns to us again; cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1 j j n2, po12 n1 n2 p-acp pno12 av; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8359 that is, we returne to that state wherein we were first created and set up by God in righteousness and true holiness; that is, we return to that state wherein we were First created and Set up by God in righteousness and true holiness; d vbz, pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 c-crq pns12 vbdr ord vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8360 yea into a better and surer state then that. yea into a better and Surer state then that. uh p-acp dt jc cc jc n1 cs d. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8361 Man through grace is not only as he was in the first day of his creation, but better; Man through grace is not only as he was in the First day of his creation, but better; n1 p-acp n1 vbz xx av-j c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp av-jc; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8362 He returnes to the day of his youth, and receives such a youth as shall never decay into old age; He returns to the day of his youth, and receives such a youth as shall never decay into old age; pns31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz d dt n1 c-acp vmb av-x vvi p-acp j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8363 yea the older he is in nature, the younger, that is, the stronger and more beautifull he shall be in grace. yea the older he is in nature, the younger, that is, the Stronger and more beautiful he shall be in grace. uh dt jc pns31 vbz p-acp n1, dt jc, cst vbz, dt jc cc av-dc j pns31 vmb vbi p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8364 He shall (according to that promise, Psal: 92.14.) still bring forth fruit in old age, he shall be fat and flourishing. He shall (according to that promise, Psalm: 92.14.) still bring forth fruit in old age, he shall be fat and flourishing. pns31 vmb (vvg p-acp d n1, np1: crd.) av vvi av n1 p-acp j n1, pns31 vmb vbi j cc j-vvg. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8365 This renewed youthfullness and flourishing condition of the restored sick man in spiritualls, is specially and fully set forth in the next verse. This renewed youthfullness and flourishing condition of the restored sick man in spirituals, is specially and Fully Set forth in the next verse. d j-vvn n1 cc j-vvg n1 pp-f dt vvn j n1 p-acp n2, vbz av-j cc av-j vvn av p-acp dt ord n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1344 Page 420
8458 Latter Generations get good by the prayers of the former. Latter Generations get good by the Prayers of the former. d n2 vvb j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 425
8366 For Elihu having shewed the recovery of the sick mans body, he proceeds to the recovery of his soule, which eminently returnes to the dayes of its youth, both in the puttings forth of or exercising the grace of God received, For Elihu having showed the recovery of the sick men body, he proceeds to the recovery of his soul, which eminently returns to the days of its youth, both in the puttings forth of or exercising the grace of God received, p-acp np1 vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq av-j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, av-d p-acp dt n2-vvg av pp-f cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1345 Page 420
8367 and in receiving more grace, favour, and comfort from God, as will appeare in opening the words. and in receiving more grace, favour, and Comfort from God, as will appear in opening the words. cc p-acp vvg dc n1, n1, cc vvi p-acp np1, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp vvg dt n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1345 Page 420
8368 Vers. 26. He shall pray to God, and he will be favourable to him, and he shall see his face with joy, Vers. 26. He shall pray to God, and he will be favourable to him, and he shall see his face with joy, np1 crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1345 Page 421
8369 for he will render to man his righteousness. for he will render to man his righteousness. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1345 Page 421
8370 El•hu gave us, before, one meanes of the sick sinfull mans recovery from his bodyly and soule sickness, that was the counsell and instruction given in by the messenger, the interpreter, one of a thousand. El•hu gave us, before, one means of the sick sinful men recovery from his bodily and soul sickness, that was the counsel and instruction given in by the Messenger, the interpreter, one of a thousand. np1 vvd pno12, c-acp, crd n2 pp-f dt j j ng1 n1 p-acp po31 j cc n1 n1, cst vbds dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1, crd pp-f dt crd. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1346 Page 421
8371 And here he sets downe another meanes by which he is restored to both, especially to the sweetness of both. He shall pray unto God. And Here he sets down Another means by which he is restored to both, especially to the sweetness of both. He shall pray unto God. cc av pns31 vvz a-acp j-jn n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1346 Page 421
8372 The word here used to pray, signifieth not barely to pray, or put up requests to God; The word Here used to pray, signifies not barely to pray, or put up requests to God; dt n1 av vvn pc-acp vvi, vvz xx av-j pc-acp vvi, cc vvn a-acp n2 p-acp np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8373 'Tis a word with an emphasis, implying the Multiplying of prayer, and that not the multiplying of prayer so much by number, as by weight; It's a word with an emphasis, implying the Multiplying of prayer, and that not the multiplying of prayer so much by number, as by weight; pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg dt vvg pp-f n1, cc cst xx dt j-vvg pp-f n1 av av-d p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8374 the powring forth or multiplying of strong prayers, or, as it is sayd of Christ, In the dayes of his flesh (Heb. 5.7.) the offering up prayers and supplications, with strong crying and teares. the Pouring forth or multiplying of strong Prayers, or, as it is said of christ, In the days of his Flesh (Hebrew 5.7.) the offering up Prayers and supplications, with strong crying and tears. dt vvg av cc vvg pp-f j n2, cc, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 (np1 crd.) dt n1 a-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp j n-vvg cc n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8375 There may be a multiplying of weak insignificant words in the eares of God by prayer; There may be a multiplying of weak insignificant words in the ears of God by prayer; a-acp vmb vbi dt j-vvg pp-f j j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8376 But the faithfull people of God, through the Spirit, powre out many strong words in prayer (as Christ did in the dayes of his flesh) to him who is able to save them from death or danger, and give them life. But the faithful people of God, through the Spirit, pour out many strong words in prayer (as christ did in the days of his Flesh) to him who is able to save them from death or danger, and give them life. cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1, n1 av d j n2 p-acp n1 (c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1) p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvi pno32 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8377 When Elihu saith, He shall pray, he intends such prayers, even the urgency, importunity, or vehemency of the soule in prayer. When Elihu Says, He shall pray, he intends such Prayers, even the urgency, importunity, or vehemency of the soul in prayer. c-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi, pns31 vvz d n2, av dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8378 When Isaac saw his wife Rebecca was long barren (he was forty yeares old before he married, When Isaac saw his wife Rebecca was long barren (he was forty Years old before he married, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 np1 vbds av-j j (pns31 vbds crd n2 j c-acp pns31 vvd, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8379 and many yeares being elapsed in marriage, there was no appearance of Children) Then (saith the Text, Gen: 25.21.) Isaac intreated the Lord for his wife, and many Years being elapsed in marriage, there was no appearance of Children) Then (Says the Text, Gen: 25.21.) Isaac entreated the Lord for his wife, cc d n2 vbg vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f n2) av (vvz dt n1, fw-la: crd.) np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8380 because shee was barren, and the Lord was entreated of him, and Rebecca his wife conceived, It cannot be imagined that Isaac being so holy and gracious a man, had not prayed for that mercy before; Because she was barren, and the Lord was entreated of him, and Rebecca his wife conceived, It cannot be imagined that Isaac being so holy and gracious a man, had not prayed for that mercy before; c-acp pns31 vbds j, cc dt n1 vbds vvn pp-f pno31, cc np1 po31 n1 vvd, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cst np1 vbg av j cc j dt n1, vhd xx vvn p-acp d n1 a-acp; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8381 Doubtless he prayed that God would fullfill the promise to his father Abraham in giving him a childe: Doubtless he prayed that God would fulfil the promise to his father Abraham in giving him a child: av-j pns31 vvd cst np1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1 p-acp vvg pno31 dt n1: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8382 but when he saw the promise so long delayed, or stick so long in the birth, then he intreated the Lord ('tis this word) he powred out many and strong prayers. but when he saw the promise so long delayed, or stick so long in the birth, then he entreated the Lord (it's this word) he poured out many and strong Prayers. cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 av av-j vvn, cc vvi av av-j p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vvd dt n1 (pn31|vbz d n1) pns31 vvd av d cc j n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8383 The word is used againe concerning Manoah, after his wife had received a promise from the Lord of hearing a Son, afterwards called Sampson (Judg: 13.8.) Then Manoah entreated the Lord, and sayd. The word is used again Concerning Manoah, After his wife had received a promise from the Lord of hearing a Son, afterwards called Sampson (Judge: 13.8.) Then Manoah entreated the Lord, and said. dt n1 vbz vvn av vvg np1, p-acp po31 n1 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, av vvn np1 (n1: crd.) av np1 vvd dt n1, cc vvd. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 421
8384 O my Lord, let the man of God which thou didst send, come againe unto us, &c. Fearing they might not fully follow the instructions given his wife for the education of their son, he earnestly begged of the Lord further direction in that matter. O my Lord, let the man of God which thou didst send, come again unto us, etc. Fearing they might not Fully follow the instructions given his wife for the education of their son, he earnestly begged of the Lord further direction in that matter. sy po11 n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi, vvb av p-acp pno12, av vvg pns32 vmd xx av-j vvi dt n2 vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns31 av-j vvd pp-f dt n1 av-jc n1 p-acp d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8385 That prophecy either of the Gentiles to be converted, or of the returne of the dispersed Jewes, expresseth them by this word ( Zeph: 3.10.) From beyond the rivers of Ethiopia, my suppliants shall come, That prophecy either of the Gentiles to be converted, or of the return of the dispersed Jews, Expresses them by this word (Zephaniah: 3.10.) From beyond the Rivers of Ethiopia, my suppliants shall come, cst n1 av-d pp-f dt n2-j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn np2, vvz pno32 p-acp d n1 (np1: crd.) p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, po11 n2-jn vmb vvi, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8386 even the daughter of my dispersed shall bring mine offerings. As if the Prophet had sayd; even the daughter of my dispersed shall bring mine offerings. As if the Prophet had said; av dt n1 pp-f po11 j-vvn vmb vvi po11 n2. c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8387 They shall spend themselves in supplications at their returne, they shall come with strong petitions, with mighty prayers, as making prayer their business. They shall spend themselves in supplications At their return, they shall come with strong petitions, with mighty Prayers, as making prayer their business. pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, p-acp j n2, c-acp vvg n1 po32 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8388 They shall not come with frozen affections and cold requests, but with hearts flaming up in the ardency of their desires, They shall not come with frozen affections and cold requests, but with hearts flaming up in the ardency of their Desires, pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp j-vvn n2 cc j-jn n2, cc-acp p-acp n2 vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8389 and urgency of their supplications to the Lord. That's the force of the word; and urgency of their supplications to the Lord. That's the force of the word; cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8390 He shall pray; As if Elihu had sayd, He shall not come with dead-hearted prayers and petitions, (as many doe in their sicknesses and sorrowes) nor with a formal Lord have mercy upon me, and helpe me; He shall pray; As if Elihu had said, He shall not come with deadhearted Prayers and petitions, (as many do in their Sicknesses and sorrows) nor with a formal Lord have mercy upon me, and help me; pns31 vmb vvi; c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp j n2 cc n2, (c-acp d vdb p-acp po32 n2 cc n2) ccx p-acp dt j n1 vhb n1 p-acp pno11, cc vvb pno11; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8391 but he shall make a business of it, he shall pray to purpose, he shall pray with his whole strength. but he shall make a business of it, he shall pray to purpose, he shall pray with his Whole strength. p-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8392 In which sence the Lord bid Ananias goe to Saul, afterwards Paul (Acts 9.11.) For behold he prayeth; intimating that he had never prayed all his dayes before; In which sense the Lord bid Ananias go to Saul, afterwards Paul (Acts 9.11.) For behold he Prayeth; intimating that he had never prayed all his days before; p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvb np1 vvb p-acp np1, av np1 (n2 crd.) c-acp vvb pns31 vvz; vvg cst pns31 vhd av-x vvd d po31 n2 a-acp; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8393 nor indeed had he (though being brought up a strict Pharisee, he was much in the forme of prayer) ever prayed in power before. He shall pray. nor indeed had he (though being brought up a strict Pharisee, he was much in the Form of prayer) ever prayed in power before. He shall pray. ccx av vhd pns31 (c-acp vbg vvn a-acp dt j np1, pns31 vbds av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) av vvd p-acp n1 a-acp. pns31 vmb vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1347 Page 422
8394 Some understand this, He, relating to the messenger praying for the sick man, He shall pray, and God will be favourable to him. some understand this, He, relating to the Messenger praying for the sick man, He shall pray, and God will be favourable to him. d vvb d, pns31, vvg p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi, cc np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1348 Page 422
8395 That's a truth, 'tis the worke and duty of the messenger to pray for, as well as advise the sick man. That's a truth, it's the work and duty of the Messenger to pray for, as well as Advice the sick man. d|vbz dt n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, c-acp av c-acp vvi dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1348 Page 422
8396 But I conceive rather the person here intended praying, is the sick man for himselfe, who after he hath been counselled, directed, But I conceive rather the person Here intended praying, is the sick man for himself, who After he hath been counseled, directed, p-acp pns11 vvb av-c dt n1 av vvn vvg, vbz dt j n1 p-acp px31, r-crq c-acp pns31 vhz vbn vvn, vvn, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1348 Page 422
8397 and advised by the messenger what to doe, applyeth himselfe to the doing of it. and advised by the Messenger what to do, Applieth himself to the doing of it. cc vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pc-acp vdi, vvz px31 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1348 Page 422
8398 Further, Some, who agree that the sick man is the person praying, yet understand it of prayer after his recovery; Further, some, who agree that the sick man is the person praying, yet understand it of prayer After his recovery; jc, d, r-crq vvb cst dt j n1 vbz dt n1 vvg, av vvb pn31 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1349 Page 422
8399 who finding himself healed and strengthened prayeth unto God for grace, or for a right use of his health & strength. who finding himself healed and strengthened Prayeth unto God for grace, or for a right use of his health & strength. r-crq vvg px31 vvn cc vvn vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1349 Page 422
8400 But I rather understand it of his prayer unto God in the time of his affliction; But I rather understand it of his prayer unto God in the time of his affliction; p-acp pns11 av-c vvb pn31 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1349 Page 422
8401 who when his sins and transgressions have been laid before him by the messenger, and his soul-soars searched to the bottome, who when his Sins and transgressions have been laid before him by the Messenger, and his soul-soars searched to the bottom, r-crq c-crq po31 n2 cc n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc po31 j vvn p-acp dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1349 Page 422
8402 and faithfully dealt with, and so brought to a sight of himselfe, and of his sin, with the sad effects of it visible upon this pained and consumptive body, is then stirred to seek the Lord, and entreat his favour; He shall pray unto God; Hence Note. Sicknesse is a prayer season. and faithfully dealt with, and so brought to a sighed of himself, and of his since, with the sad effects of it visible upon this pained and consumptive body, is then stirred to seek the Lord, and entreat his favour; He shall pray unto God; Hence Note. Sickness is a prayer season. cc av-j vvd p-acp, cc av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31, cc pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pn31 j p-acp d j-vvn cc j n1, vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1; av n1. n1 vbz dt n1 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1349 Page 423
8403 Prayer is a duty never out of season, yet at some times more in season, and most in season in times of affliction; Prayer is a duty never out of season, yet At Some times more in season, and most in season in times of affliction; n1 vbz dt n1 av-x av pp-f n1, av p-acp d n2 av-dc p-acp n1, cc av-ds p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8404 Is any man afflicted, let him pray, (James 5.13.) And among all afflictions the affliction of sickness seemes to be a speciall season calling for this duty. Is any man afflicted, let him pray, (James 5.13.) And among all afflictions the affliction of sickness seems to be a special season calling for this duty. vbz d n1 vvn, vvb pno31 vvi, (np1 crd.) cc p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1 vvg p-acp d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8405 Therefore in the 14. verse of the same Chapter, assoon as he had said, is any man afflicted, let him pray, it followeth, is any sick among you, let him call for the Elders of the Church, Therefore in the 14. verse of the same Chapter, As soon as he had said, is any man afflicted, let him pray, it follows, is any sick among you, let him call for the Elders of the Church, av p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt d n1, av c-acp pns31 vhd vvn, vbz d n1 vvn, vvb pno31 vvi, pn31 vvz, vbz d j p-acp pn22, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8406 and let them pray over him; 'Tis high time for us when sick to look about us, to call in prayer-aide, and let them pray over him; It's high time for us when sick to look about us, to call in prayer-aide, cc vvb pno32 vvi p-acp pno31; pn31|vbz j n1 p-acp pno12 c-crq j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8407 or helpe from others in prayer; or help from Others in prayer; cc vvi p-acp n2-jn p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8408 yet 'tis not enough fot the afflicted, or the sick to get others to pray for them, they must pray for themselves: yet it's not enough fot the afflicted, or the sick to get Others to pray for them, they must pray for themselves: av pn31|vbz xx av-d p-acp dt j-vvn, cc dt j pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp px32: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8409 some put off the duty of prayer to others, and think it sufficeth if they send bills to ministers or move friends to pray for them. Some put off the duty of prayer to Others, and think it Suffices if they send bills to Ministers or move Friends to pray for them. d vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc vvb pn31 vvz cs pns32 vvb n2 p-acp n2 cc vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8410 I know sickness indisposeth to prayer, bodily paine and weakness hinder continuance and abiding in the duty; I know sickness indisposeth to prayer, bodily pain and weakness hinder Continuance and abiding in the duty; pns11 vvb n1 vvz p-acp n1, j n1 cc n1 vvi n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8411 but that doth not excuse the sick from praying for themselves. but that does not excuse the sick from praying for themselves. cc-acp cst vdz xx vvi dt j p-acp vvg p-acp px32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8412 To desire others to pray for us in bodyly sickness, and neglect it our selves is an ill symptome of a sick soul; To desire Others to pray for us in bodily sickness, and neglect it our selves is an ill Symptom of a sick soul; p-acp n1 n2-jn p-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp j n1, cc vvb pn31 po12 n2 vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8413 yea to desire others in that case to pray for us, when we have no heart to pray for our selves, is too cleare a prognostick that their prayers will not profit us, nor be prevailing for us. yea to desire Others in that case to pray for us, when we have no heart to pray for our selves, is too clear a prognostic that their Prayers will not profit us, nor be prevailing for us. uh p-acp n1 n2-jn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, vbz av j dt n1 cst po32 n2 vmb xx vvi pno12, ccx vbi j-vvg p-acp pno12. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8414 Pharoah, when under those dreadfull plagues, could send for Moses and Aaron more then once, Pharaoh, when under those dreadful plagues, could send for Moses and Aaron more then once, np1, c-crq p-acp d j n2, vmd vvi p-acp np1 cc np1 av-dc cs a-acp, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8415 and said unto them, entreat the Lord for me, (Exod. 9.27, 28. Chap. 10.16, 17.) But we read not that he entreated the Lord for himself. and said unto them, entreat the Lord for me, (Exod 9.27, 28. Chap. 10.16, 17.) But we read not that he entreated the Lord for himself. cc vvd p-acp pno32, vvb dt n1 p-acp pno11, (np1 crd, crd np1 crd, crd) cc-acp pns12 vvb xx cst pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp px31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8416 Simon Magus when struck with the terrible threatnings of Peter, said, Pray ye to the Lord for me, that none of these things which ye have spoken come upon me. Simon Magus when struck with the terrible threatenings of Peter, said, Pray you to the Lord for me, that none of these things which you have spoken come upon me. np1 np1 c-crq vvn p-acp dt j n2-vvg pp-f np1, vvd, vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno11, cst pix pp-f d n2 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn vvb p-acp pno11. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8417 (Acts 8.24.) But we read not that he prayed for himself. (Acts 8.24.) But we read not that he prayed for himself. (n2 crd.) cc-acp pns12 vvb xx cst pns31 vvd p-acp px31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8418 The prayers of others are rarely beneficiall to any, unlesse they either pray or have a desire to pray for themselves. The Prayers of Others Are rarely beneficial to any, unless they either pray or have a desire to pray for themselves. dt n2 pp-f n2-jn vbr av-j j p-acp d, cs pns32 d vvb cc vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8419 Elihu represents the sick man praying for himself, he shall pray Ʋnto God. There's the object of prayer. Hence Note. Elihu represents the sick man praying for himself, he shall pray Ʋnto God. There's the Object of prayer. Hence Note. np1 vvz dt j n1 vvg p-acp px31, pns31 vmb vvi np1 np1. pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. av n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1351 Page 423
8420 Prayer in sicknesse, and in all other cases must be directed unto God, and to him only. Prayer in sickness, and in all other cases must be directed unto God, and to him only. n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp d j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc p-acp pno31 av-j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1353 Page 424
8421 Divine addresses are fit for none but God; For First, none are worthy of this honour but God; Divine Addresses Are fit for none but God; For First, none Are worthy of this honour but God; j-jn n2 vbr j p-acp pix cc-acp np1; p-acp ord, pix vbr j pp-f d n1 p-acp np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8422 Prayer is so great a part of that honour and worship which is due to God, that it is often put for his whole worship. Prayer is so great a part of that honour and worship which is due to God, that it is often put for his Whole worship. n1 vbz av j dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp np1, cst pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8423 Mine house (saith the Lord, Isa. 56.7.) shall, be called an house of prayer for all Nations. Mine house (Says the Lord, Isaiah 56.7.) shall, be called an house of prayer for all nations. po11 n1 (vvz dt n1, np1 crd.) vmb, vbb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8424 Secondly, none can heare, that is, answer prayer but God; there is no help to be had but in him. Secondly, none can hear, that is, answer prayer but God; there is no help to be had but in him. ord, pix vmb vvi, cst vbz, vvb n1 p-acp np1; pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn cc-acp p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8425 As it is his glory to be prayed to, and such a glory as he will not part with to any other, As it is his glory to be prayed to, and such a glory as he will not part with to any other, p-acp pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cc d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp p-acp d n-jn, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8426 so it is in vaine to pray to any other. so it is in vain to pray to any other. av pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n-jn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8427 In vaine is salvation hoped for from the hills, and from the multitude of Mountains (that is, from the greatest worldly Powers) truly in the Lord our God is the salvation of Israel, (Jerem. 3.23.) God only was David 's Hills (Psal. 121.1, 2.) I Lift my eyes to the hills from whence cometh my helpe; In vain is salvation hoped for from the hills, and from the multitude of Mountains (that is, from the greatest worldly Powers) truly in the Lord our God is the salvation of Israel, (Jeremiah 3.23.) God only was David is Hills (Psalm 121.1, 2.) I Lift my eyes to the hills from whence comes my help; p-acp j vbz n1 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 (cst vbz, p-acp dt js j n2) av-j p-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) np1 av-j vbds np1 vbz n2 (np1 crd, crd) pns11 vvb po11 n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp c-crq vvz po11 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8428 what these hills were, himselfe explaines in the next verse. My help cometh from the Lord who made heaven and earth; what these hills were, himself explains in the next verse. My help comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth; r-crq d n2 vbdr, px31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1. po11 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd n1 cc n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8429 Baals Priests called upon Baal, they cryed Baal hear us, but saith the Text, th•re was neither voyce, nor any that answered (1 Kings 18.26.) It is not only sinfull, Baal's Priests called upon Baal, they cried Baal hear us, but Says the Text, th•re was neither voice, nor any that answered (1 Kings 18.26.) It is not only sinful, npg1 n2 vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vvd np1 vvi pno12, p-acp vvz dt n1, av vbds dx n1, ccx d cst vvd (crd n2 crd.) pn31 vbz xx av-j j, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8430 but senceless to pray to any other then God alone. but senseless to pray to any other then God alone. cc-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n-jn cs np1 av-j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8431 That popish Doctrine of invocation to Saints and Angells, is not only a will-worship, but folly and dotage. Fourthly, He shall pray, &c. Hence Observe. That popish Doctrine of invocation to Saints and Angels, is not only a will-worship, but folly and dotage. Fourthly, He shall pray, etc. Hence Observe. cst j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, vbz xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp n1 cc n1. ord, pns31 vmb vvi, av av vvb. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1354 Page 424
8432 If we would have any mercy from God, we must ask it. If we would have any mercy from God, we must ask it. cs pns12 vmd vhi d n1 p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1356 Page 424
8433 God is ready to give, but he looks to be intreated, and he will be intreated: God is ready to give, but he looks to be entreated, and he will be entreated: np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 424
8434 What God hath promised to doe for us, his doing of it must be obtained by prayer. What God hath promised to do for us, his doing of it must be obtained by prayer. r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12, po31 vdg pp-f pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 424
8435 Working prayer, worketh the promises to their issue, yea prayer worketh the prophecies, whether of salvation upon Sion, or ruine upon Babylon to their issue. Working prayer, works the promises to their issue, yea prayer works the prophecies, whither of salvation upon Sion, or ruin upon Babylon to their issue. vvg n1, vvz dt n2 p-acp po32 n1, uh n1 vvz dt n2, cs pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 424
8436 Promises and prophesies are the express will of God, and shall certainly be fullfilled in their season; Promises and prophecies Are the express will of God, and shall Certainly be Fulfilled in their season; vvz cc n2 vbr dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 424
8437 yet if we desire their fullfilling, we must pray that he would fullfill them; yet if we desire their fulfilling, we must pray that he would fulfil them; av cs pns12 vvb po32 j-vvg, pns12 vmb vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 424
8438 and 'tis a token for good that God is about to fullfill them, when the hearts of his people are drawne out much in prayer for their fullfilling. and it's a token for good that God is about to fulfil them, when the hearts of his people Are drawn out much in prayer for their fulfilling. cc pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp j cst np1 vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, c-crq dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbr vvn av av-d p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j-vvg. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 424
8439 There are some mercies, in the promises, rightly called preventing mercies, they come upon us before we ask; There Are Some Mercies, in the promises, rightly called preventing Mercies, they come upon us before we ask; pc-acp vbr d n2, p-acp dt n2, av-jn vvn vvg n2, pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 c-acp pns12 vvb; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8440 such is the mercy of out vocation, conversion or turning to God; such is the mercy of out vocation, conversion or turning to God; d vbz dt n1 pp-f av n1, n1 cc vvg p-acp np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8441 we are naturally so far from praying while we are in the state of nature, that we are continually blaspheming or dishonouring the name of God; we Are naturally so Far from praying while we Are in the state of nature, that we Are continually blaspheming or Dishonoring the name of God; pns12 vbr av-j av av-j p-acp vvg cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vbr av-j vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8442 but, as for persons converted, (who are eminently called heires of the promise, that is, of the good in the promise) if they will have any good out of a promise, they must aske it. but, as for Persons converted, (who Are eminently called Heirs of the promise, that is, of the good in the promise) if they will have any good out of a promise, they must ask it. cc-acp, c-acp p-acp n2 vvn, (r-crq vbr av-j vvn n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1) cs pns32 vmb vhi d j av pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi pn31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8443 When the Prophet had declared many prophesies of good and great and glorious things which God would doe for his people, he concludes with this direction from the Lord. ( Ezek. 36.37.) I will yet for this be enquired of by the house of Israel to doe it for them. When the Prophet had declared many prophecies of good and great and glorious things which God would do for his people, he concludes with this direction from the Lord. (Ezekiel 36.37.) I will yet for this be inquired of by the house of Israel to do it for them. c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn d n2 pp-f j cc j cc j n2 r-crq np1 vmd vdi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1. (np1 crd.) pns11 vmb av p-acp d vbb vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp pno32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8444 As if the Lord had said, I will not doe these things unasked, as you looke I should doe these things for you, As if the Lord had said, I will not do these things unasked, as you look I should do these things for you, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb xx vdi d n2 j, c-acp pn22 vvb pns11 vmd vdi d n2 c-acp pn22, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8445 so I look you should pray unto me that they may be done. so I look you should pray unto me that they may be done. av pns11 vvb pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pno11 cst pns32 vmb vbi vdn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8446 A promise was made to Abraham (Gen. 22.17.) that his seed should be multiplyed as the Stars of Heaven; A promise was made to Abraham (Gen. 22.17.) that his seed should be multiplied as the Stars of Heaven; dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) cst po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8447 now might not Isaac his Son have said, God hath promised me children, what need I pray for them? but Isaac knew better, he knew that the promise was to be brought to the birth by prayer, now might not Isaac his Son have said, God hath promised me children, what need I pray for them? but Isaac knew better, he knew that the promise was to be brought to the birth by prayer, av vmd xx np1 po31 n1 vhb vvn, np1 vhz vvn pno11 n2, r-crq vvb pns11 vvb p-acp pno32? cc-acp np1 vvd av-jc, pns31 vvd cst dt n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8448 therefore he entreated the Lord that he might have children. Therefore he entreated the Lord that he might have children. av pns31 vvd dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vhi n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1357 Page 425
8449 Fifthly, from these words He shall pray compared with the next, and he (that is God) will be favourable to him. Observe. Fifthly, from these words He shall pray compared with the next, and he (that is God) will be favourable to him. Observe. ord, p-acp d n2 pns31 vmb vvi vvn p-acp dt ord, cc pns31 (cst vbz n1) vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. vvb. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1358 Page 425
8450 The Lord is ready to hear when we pray, ready to give when we ask. As prayer is honourable and delightfull to God, so fruitfull to man. The Lord is ready to hear when we pray, ready to give when we ask. As prayer is honourable and delightful to God, so fruitful to man. dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vvb, j pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vvb. p-acp n1 vbz j cc j p-acp np1, av j p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1359 Page 425
8451 Ask and it shall be given you, seek and you shall find (Math. 7.7.) He shall pray unto God, Ask and it shall be given you, seek and you shall find (Math. 7.7.) He shall pray unto God, vvb cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pn22, vvb cc pn22 vmb vvi (np1 crd.) pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 425
8452 and he will be favourable unto him. Prayer shall not be lost, nor vanish into aire. and he will be favourable unto him. Prayer shall not be lost, nor vanish into air. cc pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, ccx vvi p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 425
8453 There was never any faithfull prayer lost; There was never any faithful prayer lost; pc-acp vbds av-x d j n1 vvn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 425
8454 though the prayers of many have not been answered in kind, that is, they have not had the very thing they asked for; though the Prayers of many have not been answered in kind, that is, they have not had the very thing they asked for; cs dt n2 pp-f d vhb xx vbn vvn p-acp n1, cst vbz, pns32 vhb xx vhn dt j n1 pns32 vvd p-acp; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 425
8455 yet they have had an answer to their prayers; yet they have had an answer to their Prayers; av pns32 vhb vhn dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 425
8456 and though prayer be not alwayes answered in our time, yet there is a time wherein all faithfull prayers shall be answered; and though prayer be not always answered in our time, yet there is a time wherein all faithful Prayers shall be answered; cc cs n1 vbb xx av vvn p-acp po12 n1, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq d j n2 vmb vbi vvn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 425
8457 one age reaps the fruit of those prayers which another age hath sowne. The seed time is one age, the harvest in another. one age reaps the fruit of those Prayers which Another age hath sown. The seed time is one age, the harvest in Another. crd n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq j-jn n1 vhz vvn. dt n1 n1 vbz crd n1, dt n1 p-acp j-jn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 425
8459 Though we who pray see not the fruit of it, yet many shall find the fruit of it; Though we who pray see not the fruit of it, yet many shall find the fruit of it; cs pns12 r-crq vvb vvb xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, av d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 425
8460 and how often doth the fruit of prayer appear presently, how often doth the answer come in upon the very putting up of the request? (Isa. 65.24.) Before they call, I will answer, and while as they are yet speaking, I will hear. While the word is in their mouth, the mercy shall be put into their hand. and how often does the fruit of prayer appear presently, how often does the answer come in upon the very putting up of the request? (Isaiah 65.24.) Before they call, I will answer, and while as they Are yet speaking, I will hear. While the word is in their Mouth, the mercy shall be put into their hand. cc c-crq av vdz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi av-j, c-crq av vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp p-acp dt j vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1? (np1 crd.) c-acp pns32 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi, cc cs c-acp pns32 vbr av vvg, pns11 vmb vvi. cs dt n1 vbz p-acp po32 n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 426
8461 While the Church ( Acts 12.5.16.) was praying, Peter came in among them. While the Church (Acts 12.5.16.) was praying, Peter Come in among them. n1 dt n1 (n2 crd.) vbds vvg, np1 vvd p-acp p-acp pno32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 426
8462 As if God had said, there's your prayer. What the Prop•et Elisha said (2 Kings 6.33.) of the messenger sent to apprehend him; As if God had said, there's your prayer. What the Prop•et Elisha said (2 Kings 6.33.) of the Messenger sent to apprehend him; p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pc-acp|vbz po22 n1. q-crq dt j np1 vvd (crd n2 crd.) pp-f dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 426
8463 Is not the sound of his Masters feet behind him? The same may we say somtimes of this messenger holy and fervent prayer, is not the sound of the mercy prayed for at the very heels of it? Thus close doth Elihu put the sick mans prayer and the answer of God, he shall pray unto God, And he will be favourable unto him. Is not the found of his Masters feet behind him? The same may we say sometimes of this Messenger holy and fervent prayer, is not the found of the mercy prayed for At the very heels of it? Thus close does Elihu put the sick men prayer and the answer of God, he shall pray unto God, And he will be favourable unto him. vbz xx dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n2 p-acp pno31? dt d vmb pns12 vvb av pp-f d n1 j cc j n1, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pn31? av av-j vdz np1 vvd dt j ng1 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1360 Page 426
8464 That is, he shall have a gracious and a speedy answer; he will be favourable unto him, or, he will accept him; as Mr. Broughton renders: That is, he shall have a gracious and a speedy answer; he will be favourable unto him, or, he will accept him; as Mr. Broughton renders: cst vbz, pns31 vmb vhi dt j cc dt j n1; pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, cc, pns31 vmb vvi pno31; p-acp n1 np1 vvz: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8465 'Tis a very comfortable word, it notes not only to wish well to, or to be at peace, It's a very comfortable word, it notes not only to wish well to, or to be At peace, pn31|vbz dt j j n1, pn31 vvz xx av-j p-acp vvb av p-acp, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8466 but to be well pleased with another, yea to be delighted, and take pleasure in him. but to be well pleased with Another, yea to be delighted, and take pleasure in him. cc-acp pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp j-jn, uh p-acp vbi vvn, cc vvb n1 p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8467 'Tis not barely, to be appeased and reconciled, to lay down wrath and displeasure conceived against a man, It's not barely, to be appeased and reconciled, to lay down wrath and displeasure conceived against a man, pn31|vbz xx av-j, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8468 but it notes much sweetness of spirit towards him, and full content or complacency in him ( Psal. 149.4.) The Lord taketh pleasure in his people, (they are as the joy of his heart) he will beautifie the meek with salvation; but it notes much sweetness of Spirit towards him, and full content or complacency in him (Psalm 149.4.) The Lord Takes pleasure in his people, (they Are as the joy of his heart) he will beautify the meek with salvation; cc-acp pn31 vvz d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 (np1 crd.) dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, (pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) pns31 vmb vvi dt j p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8469 he will not only save them, but adorne them with salvation; he will not only save them, but adorn them with salvation; pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi pno32, cc-acp vvb pno32 p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8470 they shall not only be delivered (after they have layen among the pots, Psal. 68.13.) from the blackness and filth of their adversity, they shall not only be Delivered (After they have lain among the pots, Psalm 68.13.) from the blackness and filth of their adversity, pns32 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn (c-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2, np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8471 but they shall have a beauty put upon them, or (as it followeth in that Psalme last cited) They shall be as the wings of a Dove covered with silver, but they shall have a beauty put upon them, or (as it follows in that Psalm last cited) They shall be as the wings of a Dove covered with silver, cc-acp pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, cc (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n1 ord vvn) pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8472 and her feathers with yellow gold. and her Feathers with yellow gold. cc po31 n2 p-acp j-jn n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8473 God will be favourable to them, that is, he will give them favours to wear for him, he will put markee of honour upon them, they shall not only be benifited, God will be favourable to them, that is, he will give them favours to wear for him, he will put markee of honour upon them, they shall not only be benefited, np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno32, cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi vvi pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8474 but beautified and crowned with salvation. but beautified and crowned with salvation. cc-acp vvd cc vvn p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1361 Page 426
8475 God expressed that highest favour and most indeared affection which he bare to his own Son, God expressed that highest favour and most endeared affection which he bore to his own Son, np1 vvd cst js n1 cc av-ds vvn n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1362 Page 426
9082 The words are an assertion of the favour and goodnesse of God to the penitent sick man; The words Are an assertion of the favour and Goodness of God to the penitent sick man; dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn j n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
8476 as serving him, by no better nor more emphaticall word then this ( Isa. 42.1.) Behold my ser•ant whom I uphold, mine elect in whom my soul delighteth. as serving him, by no better nor more emphatical word then this (Isaiah 42.1.) Behold my ser•ant whom I uphold, mine elect in whom my soul delights. c-acp vvg pno31, p-acp dx jc ccx av-dc j n1 av d (np1 crd.) vvb po11 n1 ro-crq pns11 vvb, po11 j-vvn p-acp ro-crq po11 n1 vvz. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1362 Page 426
8477 What is or can be more delightfull to God then his Son? and what can be more comfortable to man, What is or can be more delightful to God then his Son? and what can be more comfortable to man, q-crq vbz cc vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp np1 cs po31 n1? cc q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1362 Page 427
8478 then to hear and know, that God delighteth in him, and bears favour to him (through his Son) with the same affection as he doth to his only begotten Son? He will be favourable unto him. Whence note. then to hear and know, that God delights in him, and bears favour to him (through his Son) with the same affection as he does to his only begotten Son? He will be favourable unto him. Whence note. cs pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cst np1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc vvz n1 p-acp pno31 (p-acp po31 n1) p-acp dt d n1 c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp po31 j vvn n1? pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. q-crq n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1362 Page 427
8479 First, God is well pleased with, he is favourable to, and delighted in an humble sinner. First, God is well pleased with, he is favourable to, and delighted in an humble sinner. ord, np1 vbz av vvn p-acp, pns31 vbz j p-acp, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1363 Page 427
8480 When a sinner is brought upon his knees and becomes a suppliant, when as he is laid low by affliction, When a sinner is brought upon his knees and becomes a suppliant, when as he is laid low by affliction, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc vvz dt j-jn, c-crq c-acp pns31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8481 so he lyeth low in prayer and supplication, then the Lord will be savourable to him, so he lies low in prayer and supplication, then the Lord will be savourable to him, av pns31 vvz av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, cs dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8482 and shew his delight in him. and show his delight in him. cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8483 The Lord delighteth not in the strength of the horse, he taketh not pleasure in the legs of a man ( Ps. 147.10, 11.) No man is favoured by God, The Lord delights not in the strength of the horse, he Takes not pleasure in the legs of a man (Ps. 147.10, 11.) No man is favoured by God, dt n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz xx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd, crd) dx n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8484 because of his outward favour, because he hath a beautifull face, or strong cleane limbs; Because of his outward favour, Because he hath a beautiful face, or strong clean limbs; c-acp pp-f po31 j n1, c-acp pns31 vhz dt j n1, cc j j n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8485 yea not only hath the Lord no pleasure in any mans legs, but not in any mans braines, yea not only hath the Lord no pleasure in any men legs, but not in any men brains, uh xx av-j vhz dt n1 dx n1 p-acp d ng1 n2, cc-acp xx p-acp d ng1 n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8486 how reaching soever, nor in any mans wit how quick soever, nor in any mans judgment how deep soever, how reaching soever, nor in any men wit how quick soever, nor in any men judgement how deep soever, c-crq vvg av, ccx p-acp d ng1 n1 c-crq j av, ccx p-acp d ng1 n1 c-crq j-jn av, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8487 nor in any mans tongue how eloquent or well spoken soever, but the Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy; nor in any men tongue how eloquent or well spoken soever, but the Lord Takes pleasure in them that Fear him, in those that hope in his mercy; ccx p-acp d ng1 n1 c-crq j cc av vvn av, cc-acp dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, p-acp d cst vvb p-acp po31 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8488 in those that walk humbly with him, and call upon him. in those that walk humbly with him, and call upon him. p-acp d cst vvb av-j p-acp pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8489 Let me (saith Christ to his Spouse, Cant. 2.14.) hear thy voyce for it is sweet; Let me (Says christ to his Spouse, Cant 2.14.) hear thy voice for it is sweet; vvb pno11 (vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd.) vvb po21 n1 p-acp pn31 vbz j; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8490 he meanes it not of an artificiall singing voyce, but of a spirituall praying voyce. That's the musick which the Church makes for Christ. he means it not of an artificial singing voice, but of a spiritual praying voice. That's the music which the Church makes for christ. pns31 vvz pn31 xx pp-f dt j j-vvg n1, cc-acp pp-f dt j j-vvg n1. d|vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8491 Nothing is so tunable nor takes the eare and heart of Christ, like the voyce of prayer and praise from a gracious heart. Nothing is so tunable nor Takes the ear and heart of christ, like the voice of prayer and praise from a gracious heart. np1 vbz av j ccx vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8492 All the beauties and rarities both of persons and things are dull and flat, yea wearisome and loathsome to God in comparison of a gracious, honest, humble soul. All the beauty's and rarities both of Persons and things Are dull and flat, yea wearisome and loathsome to God in comparison of a gracious, honest, humble soul. av-d dt n2 cc n2 d pp-f n2 cc n2 vbr j cc j, uh j cc j p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j, j, j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8493 Princes have their favourites (they are according to the language of this Text) favourable to some above many, either because they are beautifull and goodly persons, Princes have their favourites (they Are according to the language of this Text) favourable to Some above many, either Because they Are beautiful and goodly Persons, ng1 vhb po32 n2 (pns32 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1) j p-acp d p-acp d, av-d c-acp pns32 vbr j cc j n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8494 or because they are men of excellent speech, prudence and comportment. or Because they Are men of excellent speech, prudence and comportment. cc c-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f j n1, n1 cc n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8495 All godly men are Gods Favourites, he is favourable to them not only above many men in the world, All godly men Are God's Favourites, he is favourable to them not only above many men in the world, av-d j n2 vbr ng1 n2, pns31 vbz j p-acp pno32 xx av-j p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8496 but above all the men of this world, who have their portion in this life; And he therefore favours them; but above all the men of this world, who have their portion in this life; And he Therefore favours them; cc-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1; cc pns31 av vvz pno32; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8497 because they are the purchase of his Son, and the workmanship of his Spirit, convincing them of, Because they Are the purchase of his Son, and the workmanship of his Spirit, convincing them of, c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg pno32 pp-f, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8498 and humbling them for their sins, as also creating them after God in righteousness and true holiness. Such shall be his favourites. and humbling them for their Sins, as also creating them After God in righteousness and true holiness. Such shall be his favourites. cc vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp av vvg pno32 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc j n1. d vmb vbi po31 n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1364 Page 427
8499 Secondly, Consider the coherence or dependance of these words, He shall call unto God, and he will be favourable unto him. Secondly, Consider the coherence or dependence of these words, He shall call unto God, and he will be favourable unto him. ord, vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1365 Page 428
8500 Whereas, before, all his complainings and outcryes stood him in no stead, now being humbled effectually, Whereas, before, all his complainings and Outcries stood him in no stead, now being humbled effectually, cs, a-acp, d po31 n2-vvg cc n2 vvd pno31 p-acp dx n1, av vbg vvn av-j, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1365 Page 428
8501 and taking hold of the righteousness shewed and offered him by the Messenger of God, he no sooner makes suit to God but is heard. Hence Note. and taking hold of the righteousness showed and offered him by the Messenger of God, he no sooner makes suit to God but is herd. Hence Note. cc vvg vvb pp-f dt n1 vvd cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 av-dx av-c vvz n1 p-acp np1 cc-acp vbz vvn. av n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1365 Page 428
8502 God first shewes regard to the person, then to the offering, to prayers and services. This truth may be understood two wayes, First, in reference to the state of grace. God First shows regard to the person, then to the offering, to Prayers and services. This truth may be understood two ways, First, in Referente to the state of grace. np1 ord vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2 cc n2. d n1 vmb vbi vvn crd n2, ord, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1366 Page 428
8503 When Abel and Cain brought their sacrifices or offerings, God had respect to Abel and his offering, but to Cain and his offering had no respect, (Gen. 4.4, 5.) Abel was in a state of grace, Cain was not, When Abel and Cain brought their Sacrifices or offerings, God had respect to Abel and his offering, but to Cain and his offering had no respect, (Gen. 4.4, 5.) Abel was in a state of grace, Cain was not, c-crq np1 cc np1 vvd po32 n2 cc n2, np1 vhd n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, p-acp pc-acp np1 cc po31 n1 vhd dx n1, (np1 crd, crd) np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vbds xx, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8504 so the Apostle states their case, ( Heb. 11.4.) By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice then Cain, by which he obtained witnesse that he (his person) was righteous, God testifying of his gifts; so the Apostle states their case, (Hebrew 11.4.) By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice then Cain, by which he obtained witness that he (his person) was righteous, God testifying of his Gifts; av dt n1 n2 po32 n1, (np1 crd.) p-acp n1 np1 vvd p-acp np1 dt av-dc j n1 av np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd n1 cst pns31 (po31 n1) vbds j, np1 vvg pp-f po31 n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8505 and what did he testifie? surely that his gifts were brought in faith, and were presented from a principle of grace, which Cain had not; and what did he testify? surely that his Gifts were brought in faith, and were presented from a principle of grace, which Cain had not; cc q-crq vdd pns31 vvi? av-j d po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vhd xx; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8506 and therefore God did not approvingly testifie of his gifts. and Therefore God did not approvingly testify of his Gifts. cc av np1 vdd xx av-vvg vvi pp-f po31 n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8507 Till we close with God by faith, God doth not close with our services by acceptance. Till we close with God by faith, God does not close with our services by acceptance. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1, np1 vdz xx av-j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8508 Secondly, as this is true in reference to the state of grace, so in reference to somewhat in the present actings or dispositions of those who are gracious. Secondly, as this is true in Referente to the state of grace, so in Referente to somewhat in the present actings or dispositions of those who Are gracious. ord, c-acp d vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp n1 p-acp av p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d r-crq vbr j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8509 'Tis possible for a godly man to act so sinfully, and to be so ill disposed to the frame of his heart, that God may seem to deny acceptation to his prayers, and services. It's possible for a godly man to act so sinfully, and to be so ill disposed to the frame of his heart, that God may seem to deny acceptation to his Prayers, and services. pn31|vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av av-j, cc pc-acp vbi av av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8510 David said ( Psal. 66.18.) If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not heare me. David said (Psalm 66.18.) If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me. np1 vvd (np1 crd.) cs pns11 vvb n1 p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno11. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8511 And God told the Jewes, his Covenant people, ( Isa. 1.15.) When ye make many prayers, I will not hear; And God told the Jews, his Covenant people, (Isaiah 1.15.) When you make many Prayers, I will not hear; cc np1 vvd dt np2, po31 n1 n1, (np1 crd.) c-crq pn22 vvb d n2, pns11 vmb xx vvi; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8512 your hands are full of blood. your hands Are full of blood. po22 n2 vbr j pp-f n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8513 Thus while they who have a state interest in Christ, walke unworthy of it, they are under the frownes of God, Thus while they who have a state Interest in christ, walk unworthy of it, they Are under the frowns of God, av cs pns32 r-crq vhb dt n1 n1 p-acp np1, vvb j pp-f pn31, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8514 and his dis-acceptation of all their duties, till they renew their repentance and humble themselves. and his dis-acceptation of all their duties, till they renew their Repentance and humble themselves. cc po31 n1 pp-f d po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n1 cc vvi px32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8578 and then he may be said to see the face of God, because there be exhibits the signs of his presence, and then he may be said to see the face of God, Because there be exhibits the Signs of his presence, cc cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pc-acp vbi n2 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8515 And I conceive this was the case of the sick man in the Text (in whom doubtlesse, he aimed at Job ) whom Elihu granted to be a godly man, And I conceive this was the case of the sick man in the Text (in whom doubtless, he aimed At Job) whom Elihu granted to be a godly man, cc pns11 vvb d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 (p-acp ro-crq av-j, pns31 vvd p-acp np1) r-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vbi dt j n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8516 yet under great distempers of spirit, which must be healed & removed before he could so call upon or pray unto God, yet under great distempers of Spirit, which must be healed & removed before he could so call upon or pray unto God, av p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn cc vvn c-acp pns31 vmd av vvi p-acp cc vvb p-acp np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8517 as he would be favourable to him, or give him testimonie of his favour. as he would be favourable to him, or give him testimony of his favour. c-acp pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 n1 pp-f po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 428
8518 Thus we see, in both these references, how the person of a man must be respected and in favour before his prayers can. Thus we see, in both these references, how the person of a man must be respected and in favour before his Prayers can. av pns12 vvb, p-acp d d n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 vmb. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 429
8519 For as we can have no benefit by the intercession of Christ, till we accept his person, For as we can have no benefit by the Intercession of christ, till we accept his person, p-acp c-acp pns12 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 vvb po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 429
8520 so God will not give us any benefit by our supplications, till himself accepteth our persons, which he doth only in Christ. so God will not give us any benefit by our supplications, till himself Accepteth our Persons, which he does only in christ. av np1 vmb xx vvi pno12 d n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp px31 vvz po12 n2, r-crq pns31 vdz av-j p-acp np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 429
8521 Many would be saved by Christ, they would be pardoned and get to heaven, they would enjoy the benefits and priviledges which he hath purchased for his people, but they neglect Christ himself; Many would be saved by christ, they would be pardoned and get to heaven, they would enjoy the benefits and privileges which he hath purchased for his people, but they neglect christ himself; av-d vmd vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vmd vbi vvn cc vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vvi dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb np1 px31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 429
8522 nor doe they think of closing with his person. nor do they think of closing with his person. ccx vdb pns32 vvb pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 429
8523 Now, I say, as unlesse we have respect to the person of Christ, and desire union with him, we have nothing to doe with his benefits; Now, I say, as unless we have respect to the person of christ, and desire Union with him, we have nothing to do with his benefits; av, pns11 vvb, c-acp cs pns12 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb n1 p-acp pno31, pns12 vhb pix pc-acp vdi p-acp po31 n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 429
8524 so unless God hath respect to our persons, we get no benefit, no answer of our prayers. Thirdly, Note. so unless God hath respect to our Persons, we get no benefit, no answer of our Prayers. Thirdly, Note. av cs np1 vhz n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vvb dx n1, dx n1 pp-f po12 n2. ord, n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1367 Page 429
8525 To have the favour of God, or to be accepted with him, is the top and summe of all desireable favours. To have the favour of God, or to be accepted with him, is the top and sum of all desirable favours. p-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1368 Page 429
8526 'Tis the Alpha and Omega, the first and last of all other favours, to find God favourable to us; It's the Alpha and Omega, the First and last of all other favours, to find God favourable to us; pn31|vbz dt np1 cc np1, dt ord cc ord pp-f d j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi np1 j p-acp pno12; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8527 if God be favourable to us, it matters not much who frowns upon us, or what foul weather we meet with in this world. if God be favourable to us, it matters not much who frowns upon us, or what foul weather we meet with in this world. cs np1 vbb j p-acp pno12, pn31 n2 xx d r-crq vvz p-acp pno12, cc r-crq j n1 pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8528 And, as to be in his favour should be the chief of all our desires, And, as to be in his favour should be the chief of all our Desires, np1, c-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n1 vmd vbi dt n-jn pp-f d po12 n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8529 so to be assured of his favour should be the chief of all our studies and cares (2 Cor. 5.7.) Herein (saith the Apostle) we labour, that whether present or absent we may be accepted of him. so to be assured of his favour should be the chief of all our studies and Cares (2 Cor. 5.7.) Herein (Says the Apostle) we labour, that whither present or absent we may be accepted of him. av pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1 vmd vbi dt n-jn pp-f d po12 n2 cc n2 (crd np1 crd.) av (vvz dt n1) po12 n1, cst cs j cc j pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8530 The word notes to labour ambitiously; The word notes to labour ambitiously; dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8531 as if he had said, we labour as much for the favour of God, as ever any of the sons of ambition laboured for the favour of Princes, as if he had said, we labour as much for the favour of God, as ever any of the Sons of ambition laboured for the favour of Princes, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns12 vvb p-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp av d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8532 or regard with the Kings of this world. or regard with the Kings of this world. cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8533 No man ever plotted or flatter'd and crouched so much to the Kings of the earth for favour, No man ever plotted or flattered and crouched so much to the Kings of the earth for favour, dx n1 av vvn cc vvd cc vvd av av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8534 as we doe to God for favour; herein we labour. We make it our business to be accepted with him; as we do to God for favour; herein we labour. We make it our business to be accepted with him; c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp np1 p-acp n1; av pns12 vvb. pns12 vvb pn31 po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8535 if God once accept a man, you may turne him loose, he will shift for one. if God once accept a man, you may turn him lose, he will shift for one. cs np1 a-acp vvi dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 vvi, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8579 & doth as it were shew his face. & does as it were show his face. cc vdz c-acp pn31 vbdr vvi po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8536 How compleately happy the condition of such a favourite is, will appeare yet furtber in opening the next clause of this verse. How completely happy the condition of such a favourite is, will appear yet furtber in opening the next clause of this verse. c-crq av-j j dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vbz, vmb vvi av j-jn p-acp vvg dt ord n1 pp-f d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8537 And he shall see his face with joy. And he shall see his face with joy. cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1369 Page 429
8538 When once God is favourable to a poor sinner, then he shall be used or dealt with like a favourite. When once God is favourable to a poor sinner, then he shall be used or dealt with like a favourite. c-crq c-acp np1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1, cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp av-j dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1370 Page 429
8539 Great Favourites stand in the presence of Princes, and frequently see their faces. Great Favourites stand in the presence of Princes, and frequently see their faces. j n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av-j vvi po32 n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1370 Page 429
8540 Whomsoever any man favours he freely admits to his presence, and takes delight in his company. Whomsoever any man favours he freely admits to his presence, and Takes delight in his company. ro-crq d n1 n2 pns31 av-j vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1370 Page 430
8541 Thus Elihu speaks of Gods Favourite, He shall see his face with joy. There is a twofold interpretation of these words tending both to the same spirituall sence. Thus Elihu speaks of God's Favourite, He shall see his face with joy. There is a twofold Interpretation of these words tending both to the same spiritual sense. av np1 vvz pp-f npg1 n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n2 vvg d p-acp dt d j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1370 Page 430
8542 First, Some by the Antecedent He, understand God himselfe, and by his face the face of the humbled sick man; First, some by the Antecedent He, understand God himself, and by his face the face of the humbled sick man; ord, d p-acp dt n1 pns31, vvb np1 px31, cc p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8543 and so the sence of this assertion, he shall see his face with joy, is plainly, this. and so the sense of this assertion, he shall see his face with joy, is plainly, this. cc av dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, vbz av-j, d. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8544 God will look cheerfully and smilingly upon the face of this poor suppliant; God will look cheerfully and smilingly upon the face of this poor suppliant; np1 vmb vvi av-j cc av-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j j-jn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8545 God will look upon him, as we doe upon friends whom we favour and have much respect for. God will look upon him, as we do upon Friends whom we favour and have much respect for. np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp n2 ro-crq pns12 vvb cc vhb d n1 p-acp. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8546 Friends may see content and joy shining in or stampt upon our faces, when we look them in the face. Friends may see content and joy shining in or stamped upon our faces, when we look them in the face. ng1 vmb vvi j cc n1 vvg p-acp cc vvn p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8547 The content which we take in seeing the face of another is visible in the smiles and joyes of our own faces. The content which we take in seeing the face of Another is visible in the smiles and Joys of our own faces. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n-jn vbz j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 d n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8548 As when we look sowrely, angryly, sorrowfully, sullenly upon a man, when darkness is seen in our faces, As when we look sourly, angrily, sorrowfully, sullenly upon a man, when darkness is seen in our faces, p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb av-j, av-j, av-j, j p-acp dt n1, c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8549 and clouds gather in our brows, ready to dissolve into a storme, this speaks we beare him no good will, and Clouds gather in our brows, ready to dissolve into a storm, this speaks we bear him no good will, cc n2 vvb p-acp po12 n2, j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, d vvz po12 vvi pno31 dx j n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8550 or rather that we bear him much displeasure. or rather that we bear him much displeasure. cc av-c cst pns12 vvb pno31 d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8551 So when we looke pleasantly upon a man, doth it not say, that we are highly pleased with him? To be sure, So when we look pleasantly upon a man, does it not say, that we Are highly pleased with him? To be sure, av c-crq pns12 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, vdz pn31 xx vvi, cst pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno31? pc-acp vbi j, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8552 when God is at peace with a repenting sinner, he no longer frownes upon him, when God is At peace with a repenting sinner, he no longer frowns upon him, c-crq np1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg n1, pns31 dx jc n2 p-acp pno31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8553 nor turns his face from him as an enemy, but entertaines and welcomes him as a friend; nor turns his face from him as an enemy, but entertains and welcomes him as a friend; ccx vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvz cc vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8554 which is directly opposite to Jobs apprehension of God at the 10th verse of this Chapter, Behold he findeth occasions against me, he counteth me for his enemy. which is directly opposite to Jobs apprehension of God At the 10th verse of this Chapter, Behold he finds occasions against me, he counteth me for his enemy. r-crq vbz av-j j-jn p-acp n2 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, vvb pns31 vvz n2 p-acp pno11, pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8555 This is a sweet soul-reviving and ravishing truth. God beholds the face of his people with joy, he beholds them smileingly, cheerfully, delightfully. This is a sweet Soul reviving and ravishing truth. God beholds the face of his people with joy, he beholds them smileingly, cheerfully, delightfully. d vbz dt j j cc j-vvg n1. np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pno32 av-vvg, av-j, av-j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8556 David calls it The light of Gods countenance (Psal. 4.6.) David calls it The Light of God's countenance (Psalm 4.6.) np1 vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 (np1 crd.) (18) chapter (DIV2) 1372 Page 430
8557 Secondly, (and I rather conceive that to be the meaning of the place) most relate the He, to the sick man; Secondly, (and I rather conceive that to be the meaning of the place) most relate the He, to the sick man; ord, (cc pns11 av-c vvb cst pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1) av-ds vvi dt pns31, p-acp dt j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1373 Page 430
9106 so light is put both for life, and for all the comforts of this and the next life. so Light is put both for life, and for all the comforts of this and the next life. av n1 vbz vvn av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d cc dt ord n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
8558 who having been upon his knees humbling himself before God, and finding God favourable to him, he then seeth his face, that is, the face of God, with joy. God fills his soule with a great deale of peace, comfort, who having been upon his knees humbling himself before God, and finding God favourable to him, he then sees his face, that is, the face of God, with joy. God fills his soul with a great deal of peace, Comfort, r-crq vhg vbn p-acp po31 n2 vvg px31 p-acp np1, cc vvg np1 j p-acp pno31, pns31 av vvz po31 n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1. np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1373 Page 430
8559 and sweetness in his approaches to him. and sweetness in his Approaches to him. cc n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1373 Page 430
8560 Before, possibly, if he did but think upon God, he was troubled as Asaph found ( Psal. 77.3.) I remembred God, and was troubled. Before, possibly, if he did but think upon God, he was troubled as Asaph found (Psalm 77.3.) I remembered God, and was troubled. p-acp, av-j, cs pns31 vdd p-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 vvd (np1 crd.) pns11 vvd np1, cc vbds vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1373 Page 430
8561 To a man in great trouble, especially in trouble of mind, the very thoughts of God (who is our only help in trouble) may be troublesom; To a man in great trouble, especially in trouble of mind, the very thoughts of God (who is our only help in trouble) may be troublesome; p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, dt j n2 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbz po12 j n1 p-acp n1) vmb vbi j; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1373 Page 430
8562 but when he is set right and restored to the favour of God, or God being again favourable unto him, he beholds his face with abundance of joy. but when he is Set right and restored to the favour of God, or God being again favourable unto him, he beholds his face with abundance of joy. cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvn j-jn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1 vbg av j p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1373 Page 431
8563 Here are yet two things to be opened, or two Queries may be made and answered for the clearing of these words. Here Are yet two things to be opened, or two Queries may be made and answered for the clearing of these words. av vbr av crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc crd n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1373 Page 431
8564 First, What is meant by the face of God; Secondly, what is meant by seeing his face. First, What is meant by the face of God; Secondly, what is meant by seeing his face. ord, q-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; ord, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1374 Page 431
8565 To the former query, I answer; To the former query, I answer; p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vvb; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8566 First, the face of God is the essentiall being or perfect Majesty of God, of which himself saith to Moses. (Exod. 33.23.) My face shall not be seen. First, the face of God is the essential being or perfect Majesty of God, of which himself Says to Moses. (Exod 33.23.) My face shall not be seen. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j vbg cc j n1 pp-f np1, pp-f r-crq n1 vvz p-acp np1. (np1 crd.) po11 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8567 Secondly, the good will and favour of God is his face ( Ps. 80.3.) Cause thy face to shine, (that is, be good to us) and we shall be saved. Secondly, the good will and favour of God is his face (Ps. 80.3.) Cause thy face to shine, (that is, be good to us) and we shall be saved. ord, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz po31 n1 (np1 crd.) vvb po21 n1 pc-acp vvi, (cst vbz, vbb j p-acp pno12) cc pns12 vmb vbi vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8568 Thirdly, the face of God in Scripture is put for any manifestations of God to man. Thirdly, the face of God in Scripture is put for any manifestations of God to man. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8569 God manifesteth himself in wrath to some men, ( Psal. 34.16.) The face of the Lord is against them that doe evill; God manifesteth himself in wrath to Some men, (Psalm 34.16.) The face of the Lord is against them that do evil; np1 vvz px31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vdb j-jn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8570 That is, he is angry and greatly displeased with them. That is, he is angry and greatly displeased with them. cst vbz, pns31 vbz j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8571 He manifesteth himself in love to others, and all such are said either (as in the Text) to see his face, He manifesteth himself in love to Others, and all such Are said either (as in the Text) to see his face, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc d d vbr vvn d (c-acp p-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8572 or (as other Texts express it) to have his face shining upon them. God is a spirit, he hath no face properly; or (as other Texts express it) to have his face shining upon them. God is a Spirit, he hath no face properly; cc (c-acp j-jn n2 vvb pn31) pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvg p-acp pno32. np1 vbz dt n1, pns31 vhz dx n1 av-j; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8573 but as the face of a man is that, by which he is knowne (if a man hide his face we know not who he is, but as the face of a man is that, by which he is known (if a man hide his face we know not who he is, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn (cs dt n1 vvi po31 n1 pns12 vvb xx r-crq pns31 vbz, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8574 though we see all the other parts of his body, he is a concealed man) so that whatsoever it is, by which God is clearly knowne, that in Scripture language is called his face. though we see all the other parts of his body, he is a concealed man) so that whatsoever it is, by which God is clearly known, that in Scripture language is called his face. cs pns12 vvb d dt j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbz dt j-vvn n1) av cst r-crq pn31 vbz, p-acp r-crq np1 vbz av-j vvn, cst p-acp n1 n1 vbz vvn po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8575 And hence Thirdly, the worship and holy ordinances of God, are called the face of God ( Gen. 4.14.) because they are great manifestations of God, And hence Thirdly, the worship and holy ordinances of God, Are called the face of God (Gen. 4.14.) Because they Are great manifestations of God, cc av ord, dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f np1, vbr vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1 crd.) c-acp pns32 vbr j n2 pp-f np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8576 or because God is manifested in his Ordinances, in his word and worship, who and what he is, or Because God is manifested in his Ordinances, in his word and worship, who and what he is, cc c-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq cc q-crq pns31 vbz, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8577 After a sick man, through the help of God, is recovered; he goes into the congregation to give thanks; After a sick man, through the help of God, is recovered; he Goes into the congregation to give thanks; p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz vvn; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8580 There as in a glass we behold the face of God, that is, the discoveries of his holiness, of his love & goodness; There as in a glass we behold the face of God, that is, the discoveries of his holiness, of his love & Goodness; a-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz, dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8581 The face of God is seen in his works, as the Apostle teac•eth us, ( Rom. 1.20.) The invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, The face of God is seen in his works, as the Apostle teac•eth us, (Rom. 1.20.) The invisible things of him from the creation of the world Are clearly seen, being understood by the things that Are made, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, (np1 crd.) dt j n2 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr av-j vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8582 even his eternall power and godhead: even his Eternal power and godhead: av po31 j n1 cc n1: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8583 much more in his word and Ordinances, and above all in Jesus Christ is God seen and manifested. much more in his word and Ordinances, and above all in jesus christ is God seen and manifested. av-d av-dc p-acp po31 n1 cc n2, cc p-acp d p-acp np1 np1 vbz np1 vvn cc vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8584 Jesus Christ is the face of God, the brightnesse of his glory, the expresse image of his person, (Heb. 1.3.) The light of the knowledge of the glory of God shineth to us in the face of Christ. jesus christ is the face of God, the brightness of his glory, the express image of his person, (Hebrew 1.3.) The Light of the knowledge of the glory of God shines to us in the face of christ. np1 np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 431
8585 Thus the face of God is beheld in the face of Christ. There we may see how holy, how just, how good, and mercifull God is; Thus the face of God is beheld in the face of christ. There we may see how holy, how just, how good, and merciful God is; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. a-acp pns12 vmb vvi c-crq j, c-crq av, c-crq j, cc j np1 vbz; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 432
8586 all this glory of God appeareth to us in the face of Christ, who is the highest manifestation of God. all this glory of God appears to us in the face of christ, who is the highest manifestation of God. d d n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 432
8587 Here in the Text by the face of God; we are to understand any demonstration of Gods favourable presence; Here in the Text by the face of God; we Are to understand any demonstration of God's favourable presence; av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f npg1 j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 432
8588 in which sence of the word, Aaron was to blesse the children of Israel (Numb. 6.25.) The Lord make his face to shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee. in which sense of the word, Aaron was to bless the children of Israel (Numb. 6.25.) The Lord make his face to shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 (j. crd.) dt n1 vvb po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, cc vbi j p-acp pno21. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 432
8589 The Lord lift up the light of his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. The Lord lift up the Light of his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. dt n1 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno21, cc vvb pno21 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 432
8590 That is, the Lord manifest himself to thee in wayes of grace and peace, in favour and in mercy. That is, the Lord manifest himself to thee in ways of grace and peace, in favour and in mercy. cst vbz, dt n1 vvi px31 p-acp pno21 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 432
8591 David prayed in the same stile ( Psal. 67.1.) God be mercifull to us, and bless us, and cause his face to shine upon us; David prayed in the same style (Psalm 67.1.) God be merciful to us, and bless us, and cause his face to shine upon us; np1 vvd p-acp dt d n1 (np1 crd.) np1 vbb j p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno12, cc vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 432
8592 that is, give us tokens and pledges of his favour. that is, give us tokens and pledges of his favour. cst vbz, vvb pno12 n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1375 Page 432
8593 Secondly, How see we the face of God? Doth not God tell Moses, No man can see my face and live. Secondly, How see we the face of God? Does not God tell Moses, No man can see my face and live. ord, q-crq vvb pns12 dt n1 pp-f np1? vdz xx np1 vvi np1, dx n1 vmb vvi po11 n1 cc vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1376 Page 432
8594 How then can the face of God be seene? I answer; How then can the face of God be seen? I answer; c-crq av vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn? pns11 vvb; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1376 Page 432
8595 The face of God (which was touched before) as taken for the essence of God, The face of God (which was touched before) as taken for the essence of God, dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbds vvn a-acp) c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8596 or for his essentiall glory, cannot be seene; That's too transcendent a glory for man to behold. or for his essential glory, cannot be seen; That's too transcendent a glory for man to behold. cc p-acp po31 j n1, vmbx vbi vvn; d|vbz av j dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8597 What we see of God is but some ray or beaming out of light and glory from himselfe, we cannot see himselfe. What we see of God is but Some ray or beaming out of Light and glory from himself, we cannot see himself. r-crq pns12 vvb pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d n1 cc vvg av pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp px31, pns12 vmbx vvi px31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8598 The essentiall or personall glory of God, is that face which cannot be seene, but the declarative glory of God is a face of God which may be clearely seene by faith in the light of his word and workes. The essential or personal glory of God, is that face which cannot be seen, but the declarative glory of God is a face of God which may be clearly seen by faith in the Light of his word and works. dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, vbz d n1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8638 As no man can see that face of God, his essentiall presence, so none but Godly men shall see this face of God, his comfortable or blessed-making presence. As no man can see that face of God, his essential presence, so none but Godly men shall see this face of God, his comfortable or blessed-making presence. p-acp dx n1 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f np1, po31 j n1, av pix cc-acp j n2 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f np1, po31 j cc j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 434
8599 And to see the face of God, is nothing else but for a man to know in himselfe (as the Apostles word is in somewhat a parallel case, Heb: 10.34.) that God is gracious to him, that is, to have an assurance of his favour, And to see the face of God, is nothing Else but for a man to know in himself (as the Apostles word is in somewhat a parallel case, Hebrew: 10.34.) that God is gracious to him, that is, to have an assurance of his favour, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz pix av cc-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb p-acp px31 (c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz p-acp av dt n1 n1, n1: crd.) cst np1 vbz j p-acp pno31, cst vbz, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8600 or a reflect act of faith about it. or a reflect act of faith about it. cc dt vvb n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8601 The holy Spirit sheweth us what God is, and what the things of God are (1 Cor: 2.12.) We have received not the spirit of the world, The holy Spirit shows us what God is, and what the things of God Are (1 Cor: 2.12.) We have received not the Spirit of the world, dt j n1 vvz pno12 r-crq np1 vbz, cc q-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr (vvd np1: crd.) pns12 vhb vvn xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8602 but the Spirit which is of God, that we may know the things that are freely given to us of God; but the Spirit which is of God, that we may know the things that Are freely given to us of God; cc-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno12 pp-f np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8603 that is, that we may•e enlightned with the knowledge of the grace, goodness, and favour of God to us discovered in the Gospel. that is, that we may•e enlightened with the knowledge of the grace, Goodness, and favour of God to us discovered in the Gospel. cst vbz, cst pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 vvn p-acp dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8604 The Spirit sheweth us this blessed face of God, and we see it by the actings of our faith; The Spirit shows us this blessed face of God, and we see it by the actings of our faith; dt n1 vvz pno12 d vvn n1 pp-f np1, cc pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8605 all our visions of God in this life are visions of faith; upon whose wings all our intellectuall powers soare aloft and are carried up to God. all our visions of God in this life Are visions of faith; upon whose wings all our intellectual Powers soar aloft and Are carried up to God. d po12 n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbr n2 pp-f n1; p-acp rg-crq n2 d po12 j n2 vvb av cc vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8606 Faith is not only a worke of the will in consent and application, but a worke of the understanding by assent and knowledge. Faith is not only a work of the will in consent and application, but a work of the understanding by assent and knowledge. n1 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 432
8607 Thus we see God (as a Spirit is only to be seene) with a spirituall eye. Thus we see God (as a Spirit is only to be seen) with a spiritual eye. av pns12 vvi np1 (c-acp dt n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn) p-acp dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 433
8608 The vision of God is intellectuall, the vision of faith. Thus the reconciled sinner finding God favourable to him; The vision of God is intellectual, the vision of faith. Thus the reconciled sinner finding God favourable to him; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f n1. av dt j-vvn n1 vvg np1 j p-acp pno31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 433
8609 he seeth his face with joy. he sees his face with joy. pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1377 Page 433
8610 The word signifies joyfull acclamation, or shouting for joy, such as men use after great favours done them and benefits or rather bounties bestowed upon them. The word signifies joyful acclamation, or shouting for joy, such as men use After great favours done them and benefits or rather bounties bestowed upon them. dt n1 vvz j n1, cc vvg p-acp n1, d c-acp n2 vvb p-acp j n2 vdn pno32 cc n2 cc av-c n2 vvn p-acp pno32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8611 There is a seeing of the face of God with terror; so the wicked shall see God, that is, they shall have manifestations of Gods displeasure; There is a seeing of the face of God with terror; so the wicked shall see God, that is, they shall have manifestations of God's displeasure; pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; av dt j vmb vvi np1, cst vbz, pns32 vmb vhi n2 pp-f npg1 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8612 they shall be made to see him with shame and sorrow: they shall be made to see him with shame and sorrow: pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8613 They shall say (when they see him) to the mountaines and rockes, fall on us, They shall say (when they see him) to the Mountains and Rocks, fallen on us, pns32 vmb vvi (c-crq pns32 vvb pno31) p-acp dt n2 cc n2, vvb p-acp pno12, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8614 and hide us from the face of him that sitteth on the throne, and from the wrath of the Lambe. and hide us from the face of him that Sitteth on the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb. cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8615 They who never saw the face of God with joy, shall see it with horror & amazement. They who never saw the face of God with joy, shall see it with horror & amazement. pns32 zz av-x vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8616 Saints see it with joy, they have unexpressible comfort and contentment in beholding God; Saints see it with joy, they have unexpressible Comfort and contentment in beholding God; np1 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, pns32 vhb j n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8617 they shall rejoyce with shouting, as in the yeare of Jubile, when they sounded out their joyes with trumpets, or made a joyfull noyse. they shall rejoice with shouting, as in the year of Jubilee, when they sounded out their Joys with trumpets, or made a joyful noise. pns32 vmb vvi p-acp vvg, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vvd av po32 n2 p-acp n2, cc vvd dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8618 'Tis no ordinary but a triumphant joy, with which the godly see the face of God. It's no ordinary but a triumphant joy, with which the godly see the face of God. pn31|vbz dx j p-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq dt j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8619 Extraordinary sights affect with extraordinary joy. Extraordinary sights affect with extraordinary joy. j n2 vvb p-acp j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8639 Without holiness no man shall see the Lord (Heb: 12.14.) There is a two-fold vision or sight of God, Without holiness no man shall see the Lord (Hebrew: 12.14.) There is a twofold vision or sighed of God, p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1 (n1: crd.) pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 434
8620 Now the face of God being the highest and most glorious sight in the world, it must needs affect the beholder with a glorious with a Jubilean joy. He shall see his face with joy. Now the face of God being the highest and most glorious sighed in the world, it must needs affect the beholder with a glorious with a Jubilean joy. He shall see his face with joy. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbg dt js cc av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb av vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j p-acp dt j n1. pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1378 Page 433
8621 First, It being sayd, He shall see his face with joy, upon his prayer, and the humbling of himselfe before God. Observe. First, It being said, He shall see his face with joy, upon his prayer, and the humbling of himself before God. Observe. ord, pn31 vbg vvn, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1, cc dt vvg pp-f px31 p-acp np1. vvb. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1379 Page 433
8622 God hides or vayles his face, till we humble our soules and seeke his face. God will not be seene at all times, no not by his owne people; God hides or vails his face, till we humble our Souls and seek his face. God will not be seen At all times, no not by his own people; np1 vvz cc n2 po31 n1, c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2 cc vvi po31 n1. np1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d n2, uh-dx xx p-acp po31 d n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1380 Page 433
8623 There are severall cases in which he turneth away his face in anger, or drawes a curtaine (as it were) yea a cloud between himselfe and the soule. There Are several cases in which he turns away his face in anger, or draws a curtain (as it were) yea a cloud between himself and the soul. pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz dt n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) uh dt n1 p-acp px31 cc dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 433
8624 And this he doth, First, and most usually to try his people, how they can beare his withdrawings, And this he does, First, and most usually to try his people, how they can bear his withdrawings, cc d pns31 vdz, ord, cc av-ds av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi po31 n2-vvg, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 433
8625 and to see whether or to what they will betake themselves, when he takes himselfe so much from them, that they cannot see him. and to see whither or to what they will betake themselves, when he Takes himself so much from them, that they cannot see him. cc pc-acp vvi c-crq cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vvi px32, c-crq pns31 vvz px31 av d p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmbx vvi pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 433
8626 Secondly, He doth it often to chasten and correct man for sin. Secondly, He does it often to chasten and correct man for since. ord, pns31 vdz pn31 av pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 433
8627 To be under the hidings of Gods face, is the saddest effect of sin to a sencible or an awakened soule. To be under the hidings of God's face, is the Saddest Effect of since to a sensible or an awakened soul. pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f ng1 n1, vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j cc dt vvn n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8628 David made a grievous complaint because of this, what ever the cause or occasion of it was. ( Psal: 13.1.) The absence of God from him (though possibly but for a short time) was so tedious to him, that he cryed out, How long wilt thou forget me, O Lord, David made a grievous complaint Because of this, what ever the cause or occasion of it was. (Psalm: 13.1.) The absence of God from him (though possibly but for a short time) was so tedious to him, that he cried out, How long wilt thou forget me, Oh Lord, np1 vvd dt j n1 c-acp pp-f d, r-crq av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbds. (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 (c-acp av-j p-acp p-acp dt j n1) vbds av j p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vvd av, c-crq av-j vm2 pns21 vvi pno11, uh n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8629 for ever? How long wilt thou hide thy face from me? Even Jesus Christ while he stood in the place of sinners, bare the hiding of his fathers face, for ever? How long wilt thou hide thy face from me? Even jesus christ while he stood in the place of Sinners, bore the hiding of his Father's face, c-acp av? c-crq av-j vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno11? av np1 np1 cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvd dt vvg pp-f po31 ng1 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8630 as the summe of all those punishments which were due to and deserved by our sin. as the sum of all those punishments which were due to and deserved by our since. c-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2 r-crq vbdr j-jn pc-acp cc vvn p-acp po12 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8631 This pressed him more then all bodyly sufferings, and made him cry out, while he hung upon the Crosse, My God, my God (not why hast thou left me to be crucified, This pressed him more then all bodily sufferings, and made him cry out, while he hung upon the Cross, My God, my God (not why hast thou left me to be Crucified, np1 vvd pno31 av-dc cs d j n2, cc vvd pno31 vvi av, cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, po11 np1, po11 np1 (xx uh-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 pc-acp vbi vvn, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8632 but) why hast thou forsaken me (Math: 27.46.) Thirdly, God hideth his face from some, but) why hast thou forsaken me (Math: 27.46.) Thirdly, God Hideth his face from Some, cc-acp) c-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 (np1: crd.) ord, np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8633 because the manifestations of it have not been received thankfully, nor improved rightly. We ought to give thankes for the light of the Sun shining in the ayre, Because the manifestations of it have not been received thankfully, nor improved rightly. We ought to give thanks for the Light of the Sun shining in the air, c-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 vhb xx vbn vvn av-j, ccx vvn av-jn. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8634 and also doe our worke in it; and also do our work in it; cc av vdb po12 n1 p-acp pn31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8635 Is it any wonder if God cloud and eclipse the light of his countenance towards those, who neither prize it, Is it any wonder if God cloud and eclipse the Light of his countenance towards those, who neither prize it, vbz pn31 d n1 cs np1 n1 cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d, r-crq dx n1 pn31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8636 nor improve it? If you would alwayes see the face of God, then be ye alwayes seene at the worke and in the wayes of God. Secondly, Observe. nor improve it? If you would always see the face of God, then be you always seen At the work and in the ways of God. Secondly, Observe. ccx vvi pn31? cs pn22 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, av vbb pn22 av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. ord, vvb. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1381 Page 434
8637 It is the sole priviledge of Gods Favourites, or of those to whom he is favourable, to see his face. It is the sole privilege of God's Favourites, or of those to whom he is favourable, to see his face. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cc pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz j, pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1382 Page 434
9312 but best of all, the light of the living. but best of all, the Light of the living. cc-acp js pp-f d, dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 468
8640 and that negative assertion may be understood of either or of both. There's first, a vision of God on earth; and that negative assertion may be understood of either or of both. There's First, a vision of God on earth; cc d j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d cc pp-f d. pc-acp|vbz ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 434
8641 thus we see his face, as was shewed before, in the actings of faith; For though the Apostle opposeth these two, faith and sight; thus we see his face, as was showed before, in the actings of faith; For though the Apostle Opposeth these two, faith and sighed; av pns12 vvb po31 n1, c-acp vbds vvn a-acp, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; c-acp cs dt n1 vvz d crd, n1 cc n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 434
8642 We walke by faith, and not by sight (2 Cor: 5.7.) yet faith hath its sight; We walk by faith, and not by sighed (2 Cor: 5.7.) yet faith hath its sighed; pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1 (crd fw-la: crd.) av n1 vhz po31 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 434
8643 we walke not by sight as the worldly men walk, who doe as they see, we walk not by sighed as the worldly men walk, who doe as they see, pns12 vvb xx p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2 vvi, r-crq n1 c-acp pns32 vvb, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 434
8644 and make their eyes both the guide of their consciences, and the in-bringers of their comforts; and make their eyes both the guide of their Consciences, and the in-bringers of their comforts; cc vvi po32 n2 d dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 434
8645 we walke not by outward sight, nor doe we make conclusions how to guide our conversations, by what we see. we walk not by outward sighed, nor do we make conclusions how to guide our conversations, by what we see. pns12 vvb xx p-acp j n1, ccx vdb pns12 vvb n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 434
8646 We walke by faith, and that's the sight which we have of God while we are here on earth, which cannot possibly be without holiness; We walk by faith, and that's the sighed which we have of God while we Are Here on earth, which cannot possibly be without holiness; pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc d|vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb pp-f np1 cs pns12 vbr av p-acp n1, r-crq vmbx av-j vbi p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8647 faith being so great a part of our holiness, and (by drawing vertue from Christ dayly) the maintainer of it all. faith being so great a part of our holiness, and (by drawing virtue from christ daily) the maintainer of it all. n1 vbg av j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc (p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1 j) dt n1 pp-f pn31 d. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8648 Secondly, there is a sight of the face of God in glory. Secondly, there is a sighed of the face of God in glory. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8649 And if none can enter into glory but holy men, then no man without holiness can see the face of God there. And if none can enter into glory but holy men, then no man without holiness can see the face of God there. cc cs pix vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, av dx n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8650 Thus Christ saith of the Angells, They alwayes behold the face of my father which is in heaven (Math: Thus christ Says of the Angels, They always behold the face of my father which is in heaven (Math: av np1 vvz pp-f dt n2, pns32 av vvb dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 (np1: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8651 18.10.) Now we see the face of God darkly as in a glasse (1 Cor: 13.12.) that is, in his word and workes, in his ordinances and appoyntments; 18.10.) Now we see the face of God darkly as in a glass (1 Cor: 13.12.) that is, in his word and works, in his ordinances and appointments; crd.) av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j c-acp p-acp dt n1 (vvd np1: crd.) cst vbz, p-acp po31 n1 cc n2, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8652 in these we have glimpses of the face of God, but we shall see him face to face; in these we have glimpses of the face of God, but we shall see him face to face; p-acp d pns12 vhb n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8653 that is, as fully and comprehensively as creatures can; that is, as Fully and comprehensively as creatures can; cst vbz, c-acp av-j cc av-j c-acp n2 vmb; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8654 we can never comprehend God, but we shall have comprehensions of God so farre, as finite can take in the fruitions of Infinite. we can never comprehend God, but we shall have comprehensions of God so Far, as finite can take in the fruitions of Infinite. pns12 vmb av-x vvi np1, cc-acp pns12 vmb vhi n2 pp-f np1 av av-j, c-acp j vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8655 We shall see his face with joy. Thirdly, Note. We shall see his face with joy. Thirdly, Note. pns12 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1. ord, n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1383 Page 435
8656 It is the greatest joy and happiness of man imaginable to see the face of God. It is the greatest joy and happiness of man imaginable to see the face of God. pn31 vbz dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1384 Page 435
8657 Any manifestation of God is a joyfull favour, and a full manifestation of him fills the heart with joy; Any manifestation of God is a joyful favour, and a full manifestation of him fills the heart with joy; d n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f pno31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8658 Lord lift up the light of thy countenance upon us (saith David, Psal: 4.6, 7.) thou hast put gladness in my heart more then in the time their corne and wine increased; Lord lift up the Light of thy countenance upon us (Says David, Psalm: 4.6, 7.) thou hast put gladness in my heart more then in the time their corn and wine increased; n1 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno12 (vvz np1, np1: crd, crd) pns21 vh2 vvn n1 p-acp po11 n1 av-dc cs p-acp dt n1 po32 n1 cc n1 vvd; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8659 As if he had sayd, I rejoyce in thy favour more then worldlings doe in their best enjoyments. As if he had said, I rejoice in thy favour more then worldlings do in their best enjoyments. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb p-acp po21 n1 av-dc cs n2 vdb p-acp po32 js n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8660 Shew us the father and it sufficeth us, sayd Philip (John 14.8.) let us have but that favour, and we desire no more; Show us the father and it Suffices us, said Philip (John 14.8.) let us have but that favour, and we desire no more; vvb pno12 dt n1 cc pn31 vvz pno12, vvd vvi (np1 crd.) vvb pno12 vhi p-acp d n1, cc pns12 vvb av-dx av-dc; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8661 we have enough, we can have no more, if we may but see the father. True joy stands not in any sights, we have enough, we can have no more, if we may but see the father. True joy Stands not in any sights, pns12 vhb av-d, pns12 vmb vhi dx dc, cs pns12 vmb p-acp vvi dt n1. j n1 vvz xx p-acp d n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8662 nor in the sight of any thing here below, but in the sight of God above while we are below, nor in the sighed of any thing Here below, but in the sighed of God above while we Are below, ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 av a-acp, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pns12 vbr a-acp, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8663 and in a hope that we shall at last get above too, and there have an everlasting sight of him, in whose presence is fullness of joy, and in a hope that we shall At last get above too, and there have an everlasting sighed of him, in whose presence is fullness of joy, cc p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vmb p-acp ord vvi p-acp av, cc pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f pno31, p-acp rg-crq n1 vbz n1 pp-f n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8664 and at whose right hand are pleasures for evermore. and At whose right hand Are pleasures for evermore. cc p-acp rg-crq j-jn n1 vbr n2 p-acp av. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8665 We read in the Leviticall Law, of the shew-bread, which was to be set in the holy place, upon a Table ( Exod: 25.30.) The Hebrew is, the bread of faces. There are two reasons of this denomination; We read in the Levitical Law, of the shewbread, which was to be Set in the holy place, upon a Table (Exod: 25.30.) The Hebrew is, the bred of faces. There Are two Reasons of this denomination; pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 (j: crd.) dt njp vbz, dt n1 pp-f n2. pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f d n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8666 First, Because that Bread did shew the gracious provision that God made for them all the way they journeyed from Egypt to Canaan, or that he spread a Table for them in the wilderness where they had no harvest; First, Because that Bred did show the gracious provision that God made for them all the Way they journeyed from Egypt to Canaan, or that he spread a Table for them in the Wilderness where they had no harvest; ord, c-acp cst n1 vdd vvi dt j n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp pno32 d dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cc cst pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vhd dx n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 435
8667 To which the Prophet may allude ( Jer: 2.2.) I remember (saith the Lord) the kindness of thy youth, the love of thy espousalls, To which the Prophet may allude (Jer: 2.2.) I Remember (Says the Lord) the kindness of thy youth, the love of thy espousals, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi (np1: crd.) pns11 vvb (vvz dt n1) dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8668 when thou wentest after me in a land that was not sowne; that is, when thou didst trust me for thy dayly bread. when thou wentest After me in a land that was not sown; that is, when thou didst trust me for thy daily bred. c-crq pns21 vvd2 p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds xx vvn; cst vbz, c-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi pno11 p-acp po21 j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8669 Secondly, It was called the shew-bread, to testifie the speciall presence of God with them, Secondly, It was called the shewbread, to testify the special presence of God with them, ord, pn31 vbds vvn dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8670 and that his eye was alwayes upon them, ready to do them good upon all occasions. and that his eye was always upon them, ready to do them good upon all occasions. cc cst po31 n1 vbds av p-acp pno32, j pc-acp vdi pno32 j p-acp d n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8671 This was the high priviledge of the Jewes then, they had the bread of faces; and this is the joy of the people of God now, that what ever good they have, it is the face of God to them; This was the high privilege of the Jews then, they had the bred of faces; and this is the joy of the people of God now, that what ever good they have, it is the face of God to them; d vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt np2 av, pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f n2; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av, cst r-crq av j pns32 vhb, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8672 their bread is the bread of faces, and their wine is the wine of faces, &c. that is, they are a signification of the favour and love of God to them, their bred is the bred of faces, and their wine is the wine of faces, etc. that is, they Are a signification of the favour and love of God to them, po32 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc po32 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, av cst vbz, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8673 or they look upon the love and favour of God manifested in those things, much more then upon the things themselves. or they look upon the love and favour of God manifested in those things, much more then upon the things themselves. cc pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp d n2, av-d av-dc cs p-acp dt n2 px32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8674 Now if it be so great a mercy to have some manifestation of the face or favour of God, Now if it be so great a mercy to have Some manifestation of the face or favour of God, av cs pn31 vbb av j dt n1 pc-acp vhi d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8675 or that we are alwayes in the sight and view of God; or that we Are always in the sighed and view of God; cc cst pns12 vbr av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8676 What will it be to us when we shall alwayes abide in the presence of God, What will it be to us when we shall always abide in the presence of God, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi p-acp pno12 c-crq pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8677 and see his face with joy? Lastly, Note. A justified person hath confidence to looke up to and thinke of God; He doth it with joy; and see his face with joy? Lastly, Note. A justified person hath confidence to look up to and think of God; He does it with joy; cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1? ord, n1. dt vvn n1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp cc vvb pp-f np1; pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1385 Page 436
8678 and that's the fruit of a well-grounded confidence. and that's the fruit of a well-grounded confidence. cc d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1386 Page 436
8679 Where the Spirit of the Lord is (saith the Apostle, 2 Cor: 3.17.) there is liberty, a liberty of addresse and approach to God, a liberty also of speech and prayer to God. Where the Spirit of the Lord is (Says the Apostle, 2 Cor: 3.17.) there is liberty, a liberty of address and approach to God, a liberty also of speech and prayer to God. c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz (vvz dt n1, crd fw-la: crd.) pc-acp vbz n1, dt n1 pp-f vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 av pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1387 Page 436
8680 True godliness hath much well regulated boldness with God; True godliness hath much well regulated boldness with God; j n1 vhz d av j-vvn n1 p-acp np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1387 Page 436
8700 this is a righteousness wrought by us and dwelling or inherent in us. this is a righteousness wrought by us and Dwelling or inherent in us. d vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12 cc vvg cc j p-acp pno12. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 437
8681 and as a Godly man ought with reverence, so he can with a wel-grounded confidence looke God in the face. and as a Godly man ought with Reverence, so he can with a well-grounded confidence look God in the face. cc c-acp dt j n1 vmd p-acp n1, av pns31 vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvb np1 p-acp dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1387 Page 436
8682 For he will render unto man his righteousness. For he will render unto man his righteousness. p-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1387 Page 436
8683 This latter part of the verse giveth an account of the ground of that joy which the sick man found in seeing the face of God. This latter part of the verse gives an account of the ground of that joy which the sick man found in seeing the face of God. d d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq dt j n1 vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1388 Page 436
8684 He shall see his face with joy (saith Elihu) for he (that is, God) shall render unto man his righteousness. He shall see his face with joy (Says Elihu) for he (that is, God) shall render unto man his righteousness. pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 (vvz np1) c-acp pns31 (cst vbz, np1) vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1388 Page 436
8685 He shall render; The Hebrew is, he will make to returne; He shall render; The Hebrew is, he will make to return; pns31 vmb vvi; dt njp vbz, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 436
8686 The word signifieth, First, to returne to a place from whence we have departed ( Gen. 18.10.) Secondly, to return or turn from that displeasure which was once conceived. The word signifies, First, to return to a place from whence we have departed (Gen. 18.10.) Secondly, to return or turn from that displeasure which was once conceived. dt n1 vvz, ord, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp c-crq pns12 vhb vvn (np1 crd.) ord, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq vbds a-acp vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 436
8687 When the Lord, is, as it were, in a hot pursuit of sinners, he returns or turns from his anger. When the Lord, is, as it were, in a hight pursuit of Sinners, he returns or turns from his anger. c-crq dt n1, vbz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 436
8688 The Prophet speakes in the negative ( Isa: 5.25.) For all this his anger is not turned away, The Prophet speaks in the negative (Isaiah: 5.25.) For all this his anger is not turned away, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn (np1: crd.) p-acp d d po31 n1 vbz xx vvn av, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 437
8689 but his hand is stretched out still, or he is not returned from his anger. but his hand is stretched out still, or he is not returned from his anger. cc-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn av av, cc pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 437
8690 Thirdly, The word is used to note mans return unto God by repentance ( Deut: 30.28.) We by sin turn away from God, Thirdly, The word is used to note men return unto God by Repentance (Deuteronomy: 30.28.) We by since turn away from God, ord, dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi ng1 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 (fw-fr: crd.) pns12 p-acp n1 vvi av p-acp np1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 437
8691 and by repentance we return to him. and by Repentance we return to him. cc p-acp n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pno31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 437
8692 Fourthly, It signifieth to returne by way of requitall ( Psal: 116.12.) What shall I render unto the Lord (It is this word) or, What shall I return to the Lord for all his benefits? David was in an holy muse or maze, what testimony of thankfulness he should bring to the Lord. Fourthly, It signifies to return by Way of requital (Psalm: 116.12.) What shall I render unto the Lord (It is this word) or, What shall I return to the Lord for all his benefits? David was in an holy muse or maze, what testimony of thankfulness he should bring to the Lord. ord, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 (pn31 vbz d n1) cc, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2? np1 vbds p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 437
8693 What shall I render? And in that sence it is attributed both to God and man; What shall I render? And in that sense it is attributed both to God and man; q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz vvn av-d p-acp np1 cc n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 437
8694 sometimes in relation to evill done, and then it notes to render punishment or revenge ( Psal: 28.4.) Render to them their desert, so the word is used by Josephs brethren ( Gen: 50.15.) He will certainly requite us all the evill which we did unto him; sometime in Relation to evil done, and then it notes to render punishment or revenge (Psalm: 28.4.) Render to them their desert, so the word is used by Josephs brothers (Gen: 50.15.) He will Certainly requite us all the evil which we did unto him; av p-acp n1 p-acp n-jn vdn, cc av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 (np1: crd.) vvb p-acp pno32 po32 n1, av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 n2 (np1: crd.) pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno12 d dt n-jn r-crq pns12 vdd p-acp pno31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 437
8695 they were jealous of their brothers love when their father was dead. they were jealous of their Brother's love when their father was dead. pns32 vbdr j pp-f po32 ng1 n1 c-crq po32 n1 vbds j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 437
8696 And as it notes a return of evill done in way of revenge, so also a return of good done in way of reward, thus here. He will render unto man. And as it notes a return of evil done in Way of revenge, so also a return of good done in Way of reward, thus Here. He will render unto man. cc c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f j-jn vdn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av av dt n1 pp-f j vdn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av av. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1389 Page 437
8697 It is an indefinite assertion, not to this or that man, but to man. It is an indefinite assertion, not to this or that man, but to man. pn31 vbz dt j n1, xx p-acp d cc d n1, cc-acp p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1390 Page 437
8698 With God there is no respect of persons, but he that worketh righteousness (let him be who he will) is accepted of him. To man, that is, to every man God will render his righteousness. Righteousness is of two sorts; With God there is no respect of Persons, but he that works righteousness (let him be who he will) is accepted of him. To man, that is, to every man God will render his righteousness. Righteousness is of two sorts; p-acp np1 pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz n1 (vvb pno31 vbi r-crq pns31 vmb) vbz vvn pp-f pno31. p-acp n1, cst vbz, p-acp d n1 np1 vmb vvi po31 n1. n1 vbz pp-f crd n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1390 Page 437
8699 First, There is the righteousness of our sanctification, which consists; First, in our turning from or leaving to doe evill; Secondly, in our doing good: First, There is the righteousness of our sanctification, which consists; First, in our turning from or leaving to do evil; Secondly, in our doing good: ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvz; ord, p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp cc vvg pc-acp vdi j-jn; ord, p-acp po12 vdg j: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 437
8701 The Hebrewes by this word often expresse that which we call almes or charity; and the reason is two-fold, The Hebrews by this word often express that which we call alms or charity; and the reason is twofold, dt njpg2 p-acp d n1 av vvi d r-crq pns12 vvb n2 cc n1; cc dt n1 vbz n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 437
8702 why almes or acts of charity are expressed by that word which signifieth righteousness; why alms or acts of charity Are expressed by that word which signifies righteousness; q-crq n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 437
8703 First, because our charity or our almes must be given of those things that are rightly gotten. First, Because our charity or our alms must be given of those things that Are rightly got. ord, c-acp po12 n1 cc po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n2 cst vbr av-jn vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 437
8704 We must not doe unjustly that we may be charitable, nor wrong some to relieve others. We must not do unjustly that we may be charitable, nor wrong Some to relieve Others. pns12 vmb xx vdi av-j cst pns12 vmb vbi j, ccx vvi d pc-acp vvi n2-jn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 437
8705 Secondly, because charity and almes is a due or right to the poor that are in want; Secondly, Because charity and alms is a due or right to the poor that Are in want; ord, c-acp n1 cc n2 vbz dt j-jn cc n-jn p-acp dt j cst vbr p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 437
8706 we call it charity, but it is a work of duty ( Prov: 3.27.) therefore 'tis well expressed by righteousness. He shall render unto man his righteousness or beneficence. We may take it in this large sence; we call it charity, but it is a work of duty (Curae: 3.27.) Therefore it's well expressed by righteousness. He shall render unto man his righteousness or beneficence. We may take it in this large sense; pns12 vvb pn31 n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) av pn31|vbz av vvn p-acp n1. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1 cc n1. pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8707 for this also is a part of our sanctification. for this also is a part of our sanctification. p-acp d av vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8708 And when it is sayd, he will render unto man his righteousness, we are not to understand it of righteousness in kinde, And when it is said, he will render unto man his righteousness, we Are not to understand it of righteousness in kind, cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8709 but of the reward or fruit of his righteousness. but of the reward or fruit of his righteousness. cc-acp pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8710 For here Elihu speaks of a person already righteous, or at least of him who had repented of and turned from his unrighteousness. For Here Elihu speaks of a person already righteous, or At least of him who had repented of and turned from his unrighteousness. p-acp av np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 av j, cc p-acp ds pp-f pno31 r-crq vhd vvn pp-f cc vvn p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8711 So that, to returne or render unto man his righteousness, is to returne the mercy promised to those that are righteous. So that, to return or render unto man his righteousness, is to return the mercy promised to those that Are righteous. av cst, p-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvd p-acp d cst vbr j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8712 For as iniquity or unrighteousness is often put for the punishment of unrighteousness; For as iniquity or unrighteousness is often put for the punishment of unrighteousness; p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8713 so equity or righteousness is often put for the reward of righteousness, or for that which God according to his righteous promise returnes unto a righteous person. so equity or righteousness is often put for the reward of righteousness, or for that which God according to his righteous promise returns unto a righteous person. av n1 cc n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d r-crq np1 vvg p-acp po31 j n1 n2 p-acp dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8714 Thus we may understand Elihu here. As if he had sayd, God dealt with this man before, as with a sinner, Thus we may understand Elihu Here. As if he had said, God dealt with this man before, as with a sinner, av pns12 vmb vvi np1 av. p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, np1 vvd p-acp d n1 a-acp, c-acp p-acp dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8715 or he afflicted him for his sin; or he afflicted him for his since; cc pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8716 But now he will deale kindly with him as with a righteous person, and removing his affliction, But now he will deal kindly with him as with a righteous person, and removing his affliction, cc-acp av pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc vvg po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8717 and taking his hand off from him, he will render his righteousness to him, he will not reckon with him for any former unrighteousness. and taking his hand off from him, he will render his righteousness to him, he will not reckon with him for any former unrighteousness. cc vvg po31 n1 a-acp p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1391 Page 438
8718 From this notion of the word, Observe. God usually deals with men as they are, and according to what they doe. From this notion of the word, Observe. God usually deals with men as they Are, and according to what they do. p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb. np1 av-j vvz p-acp n2 c-acp pns32 vbr, cc vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1392 Page 438
8719 If a godly man sin he shall smart for it; and if a sinner return and repent, God will shew him kindness. If a godly man since he shall smart for it; and if a sinner return and Repent, God will show him kindness. cs dt j n1 n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; cc cs dt n1 n1 cc vvi, np1 vmb vvi pno31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8720 Though the mercy and kindness which God shews to a returning sinner, be not for his returnings or repentings, yet 'tis according to them. Though the mercy and kindness which God shows to a returning sinner, be not for his returnings or repentings, yet it's according to them. cs dt n1 cc n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt vvg n1, vbb xx p-acp po31 n2-vvg cc n2-vvg, av pn31|vbz vvg p-acp pno32. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8721 The favour which God sheweth any man is for Christs sake, or for what Christ hath done and suffered, The favour which God shows any man is for Christ sake, or for what christ hath done and suffered, dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz d n1 vbz p-acp npg1 n1, cc p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vdn cc vvn, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8722 but it is according to what himselfe hath done or suffered. but it is according to what himself hath done or suffered. cc-acp pn31 vbz vvg p-acp r-crq px31 vhz vdn cc vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8723 David experienced this himselfe ( Psal: 18.20.) The Lord rewarded me according to my righteousnes, &c. That is, David experienced this himself (Psalm: 18.20.) The Lord rewarded me according to my righteousness, etc. That is, np1 vvn d px31 (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvd pno11 vvg p-acp po11 n1, av cst vbz, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8724 as I have been a righteous and just person, so the Lord hath dealt with me. as I have been a righteous and just person, so the Lord hath dealt with me. c-acp pns11 vhb vbn dt j cc j n1, av dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno11. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8725 And he gives the rule with respect to all others ( v. 25.) With the upright thou wilt shew thy selfe upright, with the pure thou wilt shew thy selfe pure, &c. That is, Thou wilt be such to men in thy dispensations, And he gives the Rule with respect to all Others (v. 25.) With the upright thou wilt show thy self upright, with the pure thou wilt show thy self pure, etc. That is, Thou wilt be such to men in thy dispensations, cc pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2-jn (n1 crd) p-acp dt j pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 av-j, p-acp dt j pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 j, av cst vbz, pns21 vm2 vbi d p-acp n2 p-acp po21 n2, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8726 as they are in their conversations and dispositions, in the frame and bent of their hearts and lives. as they Are in their conversations and dispositions, in the frame and bent of their hearts and lives. c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8727 And as it followeth ( v. 27.) Thou wilt save the afflicted (or humble) people; but wilt bring downe high lookes; And as it follows (v. 27.) Thou wilt save the afflicted (or humble) people; but wilt bring down high looks; cc c-acp pn31 vvz (n1 crd) pns21 vm2 vvi dt j-vvn (cc j) n1; cc-acp vm2 vvi a-acp j n2; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8728 that is, those that are proud and high-minded. that is, those that Are proud and High-minded. cst vbz, d cst vbr j cc j. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 438
8729 The Prophet holds out the same truth in way of direction ( Isa: 3.10.) Say ye to the righteous, it shall be well with him, The Prophet holds out the same truth in Way of direction (Isaiah: 3.10.) Say you to the righteous, it shall be well with him, dt n1 vvz av dt d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) vvb pn22 p-acp dt j, pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 439
8730 for they shall eat of the fruit of their doings; for they shall eat of the fruit of their doings; c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-vdg; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 439
8731 that is, they shall have good for the good they have done, or according to the good which they have done. ( Rom: 2.10.) Glory, honour, and peace to every man that worketh good, to the Jew first, and also to the Gentile. If any object; that is, they shall have good for the good they have done, or according to the good which they have done. (Rom: 2.10.) Glory, honour, and peace to every man that works good, to the Jew First, and also to the Gentile. If any Object; cst vbz, pns32 vmb vhi j p-acp dt j pns32 vhb vdn, cc vvg p-acp dt j r-crq pns32 vhb vdn. (np1: crd.) n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp d n1 cst vvz j, p-acp dt np1 ord, cc av p-acp dt j. cs d n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1393 Page 439
8732 But may it not be ill with men that doe good and are good? doth the Lord alwayes render to man according to his righteousness. I answer; But may it not be ill with men that do good and Are good? does the Lord always render to man according to his righteousness. I answer; cc-acp vmb pn31 xx vbi j-jn p-acp n2 cst vdb j cc vbr j? vdz dt n1 av vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1. pns11 vvb; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1394 Page 439
8733 It is well at present with most that doe well; It is well At present with most that do well; pn31 vbz av p-acp j p-acp ds d vdb av; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1395 Page 439
8734 look over all the sons of men, and generally ye shall find that usually the better they are, the better they live. Secondly, I answer; look over all the Sons of men, and generally you shall find that usually the better they Are, the better they live. Secondly, I answer; vvb a-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2, cc av-j pn22 vmb vvi cst av-j dt jc pns32 vbr, dt jc pns32 vvb. ord, pns11 vvb; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1395 Page 439
8735 It shall be well with all that doe well in the issue, and for ever. This truth will abide to eternity; It shall be well with all that do well in the issue, and for ever. This truth will abide to eternity; pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp d cst vdb av p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp av. d n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1396 Page 439
8736 God will render unto man according to his righteousness. Secondly, We may take the word righteousness, for the righteousness of justification; God will render unto man according to his righteousness. Secondly, We may take the word righteousness, for the righteousness of justification; np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1. ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1396 Page 439
8737 Mr Broughton inclines to that sence, He will restore unto man his justice. And presently adds by way of glosse; Mr Broughton inclines to that sense, He will restore unto man his Justice. And presently adds by Way of gloss; n1 np1 vvz p-acp d n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. cc av-j vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8738 Justice is Christ; It is Christs Justice or righteousness that is restored to man. justice is christ; It is Christ justice or righteousness that is restored to man. n1 vbz np1; pn31 vbz npg1 n1 cc n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8739 Christ is indeed The Lord our righteousness (Jer: 23.6.) And thus severall others of the learned expound these words. christ is indeed The Lord our righteousness (Jer: 23.6.) And thus several Others of the learned expound these words. np1 vbz av dt n1 po12 n1 (n1: crd.) cc av j n2-jn pp-f dt j vvi d n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8740 He will render unto man his righteousness; That is, he will bestow upon him or restore to him righteousness in Christ; He will render unto man his righteousness; That is, he will bestow upon him or restore to him righteousness in christ; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1; cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cc vvi p-acp pno31 n1 p-acp np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8741 he will account him righteous, though he hath no righteousness of his owne which will hold in Gods account. he will account him righteous, though he hath no righteousness of his own which will hold in God's account. pns31 vmb vvi pno31 j, cs pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f po31 d r-crq vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8742 Elihu, I grant, calleth it Mans righteousness, his righteousness; Elihu, I grant, calls it men righteousness, his righteousness; np1, pns11 vvb, vvz pn31 ng1 n1, po31 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8743 yet we may well understand him calling it so, not because it is wrought by but because it is imputed to or bestowed upon man as his righteousness. yet we may well understand him calling it so, not Because it is wrought by but Because it is imputed to or bestowed upon man as his righteousness. av pns12 vmb av vvi pno31 vvg pn31 av, xx c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8744 That is ours which is freely given us, so is righteousness in justification by faith in Christ. That is ours which is freely given us, so is righteousness in justification by faith in christ. cst vbz png12 r-crq vbz av-j vvn pno12, av vbz n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8745 We have no righteousness wrought in us or by us, for that purpose; We have no righteousness wrought in us or by us, for that purpose; pns12 vhb dx n1 vvn p-acp pno12 cc p-acp pno12, c-acp cst n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8746 but we have a righteousness wrought for us, and freely bestowed upon us, for that purpose, which is therefore truely called mans righteousness. but we have a righteousness wrought for us, and freely bestowed upon us, for that purpose, which is Therefore truly called men righteousness. cc-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12, cc av-j vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp cst n1, r-crq vbz av av-j vvn vvz n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1397 Page 439
8747 But some may question, how can it be sayd, that God doth render or return to man this righteousness, that is, the righteousness of justification? Can this righteousness be lost? can a person justified fall out of a justified state? I answer; But Some may question, how can it be said, that God does render or return to man this righteousness, that is, the righteousness of justification? Can this righteousness be lost? can a person justified fallen out of a justified state? I answer; p-acp d vmb vvi, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn, cst np1 vdz vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 d n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1? vmb d n1 vbi vvn? vmb dt n1 vvd vvi av pp-f dt vvn n1? pns11 vvb; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1398 Page 439
8748 The righteousness of justification (which is true also of the righteousness of sanctification) as to the substance and being of it cannot be lost; The righteousness of justification (which is true also of the righteousness of sanctification) as to the substance and being of it cannot be lost; dt n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq vbz j av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1) c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc vbg pp-f pn31 vmbx vbi vvn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 439
8749 But it may be lost as to the comfortable enjoyments and fruits of it, or as to our apprehension of it; But it may be lost as to the comfortable enjoyments and fruits of it, or as to our apprehension of it; cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, cc c-acp p-acp po12 n1 pp-f pn31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8750 And the Lord is sayd to returne to man the righteousness of his justification, not as if the grace it selfe were lost or taken away from him, And the Lord is said to return to man the righteousness of his justification, not as if the grace it self were lost or taken away from him, cc dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx c-acp cs dt n1 pn31 n1 vbdr vvn cc vvn av p-acp pno31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8751 but because the sight and sence of it, the sweetness and joy of it, the workings and effects of it having been lost, are now restored to him againe. but Because the sighed and sense of it, the sweetness and joy of it, the workings and effects of it having been lost, Are now restored to him again. cc-acp c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 vhg vbn vvn, vbr av vvn p-acp pno31 av. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8752 When the Lord by his Spirit gives the soule a cleare and fresh evidence of it, When the Lord by his Spirit gives the soul a clear and fresh evidence of it, c-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz dt n1 dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8753 or reneweth the testimony of his Spirit with our spirits, that our sins are forgiven, or Reneweth the testimony of his Spirit with our spirits, that our Sins Are forgiven, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2, cst po12 n2 vbr vvn, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8754 and that we are justified, beloved, and accepted in Christ, then the Lord is sayd to render unto man his righteousness; and that we Are justified, Beloved, and accepted in christ, then the Lord is said to render unto man his righteousness; cc cst pns12 vbr vvn, vvn, cc vvd p-acp np1, cs dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8755 otherwise, neither the faith, by which this righteousness is applyed, nor the righteousness it selfe which is applyed to us by faith, is at any time lost or removed. otherwise, neither the faith, by which this righteousness is applied, nor the righteousness it self which is applied to us by faith, is At any time lost or removed. av, av-dx dt n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvd, ccx dt n1 pn31 n1 q-crq vbz vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, vbz p-acp d n1 vvn cc vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8756 Only in this sence, as in many other Scriptures, so in this, the Lord is sayd to render unto man his righteousness, both of sanctification and justification. Only in this sense, as in many other Scriptures, so in this, the Lord is said to render unto man his righteousness, both of sanctification and justification. j p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2, av p-acp d, dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1, d pp-f n1 cc n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8757 For, when a beleever through sin hath blotted his own evidences, and God hath left him under the darkness of his own spirit, For, when a believer through since hath blotted his own evidences, and God hath left him under the darkness of his own Spirit, p-acp, c-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vhz vvn po31 d n2, cc np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8758 for his negligent, unwatchfull & unworthy walking, or when the Lord hideth his face, to try him what he will doe, for his negligent, unwatchful & unworthy walking, or when the Lord Hideth his face, to try him what he will do, p-acp po31 j, j cc j n-vvg, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 r-crq pns31 vmb vdi, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8759 whether he will trust in his name while he walketh in darkness and seeth no light, when, I say, whither he will trust in his name while he walks in darkness and sees no Light, when, I say, cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 cs pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc vvz dx n1, c-crq, pns11 vvb, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8760 after withdrawings for either of these reasons or for any other the Lord gives him in a renewed evidence of his love, After withdrawings for either of these Reasons or for any other the Lord gives him in a renewed evidence of his love, p-acp n2-vvg p-acp d pp-f d n2 cc p-acp d n-jn dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8761 then he is sayd to render unto man his righteousness. then he is said to render unto man his righteousness. cs pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1 po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8762 It is in this case as with a man that labours under some strong and dangerous disease, which taketh away his sences, and leaves him halfe dead; It is in this case as with a man that labours under Some strong and dangerous disease, which Takes away his Senses, and leaves him half dead; pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d j cc j n1, r-crq vvz av po31 n2, cc vvz pno31 av-jn av-j; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8763 we say, the man is gone, yet he recovers, his speech returnes, and his spirits revive, we say, the man is gone, yet he recovers, his speech returns, and his spirits revive, pns12 vvb, dt n1 vbz vvn, av pns31 vvz, po31 n1 n2, cc po31 n2 vvi, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8764 and then we say, his life is rendred to him, or he is brought back from the grave, we have fetched him againe; and then we say, his life is rendered to him, or he is brought back from the grave, we have fetched him again; cc av pns12 vvb, po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb vvn pno31 av; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8765 not that his life was quite taken away (for he was not a carkasse in that condition, a body without a soule) but his life was, not that his life was quite taken away (for he was not a carcase in that condition, a body without a soul) but his life was, xx d po31 n1 vbds av vvn av (c-acp pns31 vbds xx dt n1 p-acp d n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1) p-acp po31 n1 vbds, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8766 for that time, withdrawne, there was no appearance of it, no sencible breathing, no motion, no vitall visible operation. for that time, withdrawn, there was no appearance of it, no sensible breathing, no motion, no vital visible operation. c-acp cst n1, vvn, pc-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f pn31, dx j n-vvg, dx n1, dx j j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8767 Thus we may conceive what is meant by the rendring unto man his righteousness. Hence observe. Thus we may conceive what is meant by the rendering unto man his righteousness. Hence observe. av pns12 vmb vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp n1 po31 n1. av vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1399 Page 440
8768 First, A justified person is a righteous person. He hath a clothing of righteousness; that which we call his righteousness, is not properly but imputedly his. First, A justified person is a righteous person. He hath a clothing of righteousness; that which we call his righteousness, is not properly but imputedly his. ord, dt vvn n1 vbz dt j n1. pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1; cst r-crq pns12 vvb po31 n1, vbz xx av-j cc-acp av-j png31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1400 Page 440
8769 It is not a cloathing of his owne making, but made for him and bestowed freely upon him. ( Rom: 10.3.) They being ignorant of the righteousness of God; It is not a clothing of his own making, but made for him and bestowed freely upon him. (Rom: 10.3.) They being ignorant of the righteousness of God; pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f po31 d vvg, cc-acp vvd p-acp pno31 cc vvd av-j p-acp pno31. (np1: crd.) pns32 vbg j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1401 Page 441
8770 and going about to establish their owne righteousness, have not submitted themselves to the righteousness of God. and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves to the righteousness of God. cc vvg a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, vhb xx vvn px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1401 Page 441
8771 It is Gods righteousness not our owne, and yet it is our owne as well as the righteousness of God, it being imputed and reckoned unto us for our righteousness; It is God's righteousness not our own, and yet it is our own as well as the righteousness of God, it being imputed and reckoned unto us for our righteousness; pn31 vbz ng1 n1 xx po12 d, cc av pn31 vbz po12 d p-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1401 Page 441
8772 it is the believers righteousness as given to him, it is Christs righteousness as wrought by him. Secondly, Observe. it is the believers righteousness as given to him, it is Christ righteousness as wrought by him. Secondly, Observe. pn31 vbz dt n2 n1 a-acp vvn p-acp pno31, pn31 vbz npg1 n1 c-acp vvn p-acp pno31. ord, vvb. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1401 Page 441
8773 A justified person under great afflictions and temptations often looseth the comfortable sight and sence of his owne righteousness. A justified person under great afflictions and temptations often loses the comfortable sighed and sense of his own righteousness. dt vvn n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2 av vvz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1402 Page 441
8774 And so may look upon himselfe as an unrighteous person, as having no righteousnes, or as being unreconciled & unjustified. And so may look upon himself as an unrighteous person, as having no righteousness, or as being unreconciled & unjustified. cc av vmb vvi p-acp px31 p-acp dt j-u n1, c-acp vhg dx n1, cc a-acp vbg j cc vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8775 For, as many bold sinners & hypocrites presume they have a righteousness when they have none, For, as many bold Sinners & Hypocrites presume they have a righteousness when they have none, p-acp, c-acp d j n2 cc n2 vvb pns32 vhb dt n1 c-crq pns32 vhb pix, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8776 and boast themselves to be in the number of the justified when they are not. and boast themselves to be in the number of the justified when they Are not. cc vvi px32 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvn c-crq pns32 vbr xx. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8777 So many an afflicted and tempted soule, who is indeed justified in the sight of God, may be unjustified in his owne. So many an afflicted and tempted soul, who is indeed justified in the sighed of God, may be unjustified in his own. av d dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 d. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8778 Great afflictions have an appearance of divine displeasure, which stands most opposite to justification. Great afflictions have an appearance of divine displeasure, which Stands most opposite to justification. j n2 vhb dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vvz av-ds j-jn p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8779 As affliction is a kinde of darkness, so it often leaves the soule in much darkness. As affliction is a kind of darkness, so it often leaves the soul in much darkness. p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 av vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8780 And he that is in the dark is full of feare, he is apt to question his state, And he that is in the dark is full of Fear, he is apt to question his state, cc pns31 cst vbz p-acp dt j vbz j pp-f n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8781 whether he hath any thing of God in him or no. whither he hath any thing of God in him or no. cs pns31 vhz d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 cc uh-dx. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8882 The haters of the Lord, should have submitted themselves, but their time should have endured for ever: The haters of the Lord, should have submitted themselves, but their time should have endured for ever: dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vmd vhi vvn px32, cc-acp po32 n1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp av: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8782 For though it be not good for a Christian alwayes to begin to live, he should come to a poynt, and labour for a certainty; For though it be not good for a Christian always to begin to live, he should come to a point, and labour for a certainty; p-acp cs pn31 vbb xx j p-acp dt njp av pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8783 yet some are brought to such a pass that their former evidences and experiences are even dead and lye prostrate, yet Some Are brought to such a pass that their former evidences and experiences Are even dead and lie prostrate, av d vbr vvn p-acp d dt n1 cst po32 j n2 cc n2 vbr av j cc vvi j, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8784 and they constrained to begin a new reckoning about their spirituall estate, or, as it were, to begin againe to live. Thirdly, Note. and they constrained to begin a new reckoning about their spiritual estate, or, as it were, to begin again to live. Thirdly, Note. cc pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j n-vvg p-acp po32 j n1, cc, c-acp pn31 vbdr, pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vvi. ord, n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1403 Page 441
8785 Mans righteousness or justification, is as lost to him when he wants the evidence, that is, the comfort, sweetness, and peace of it. men righteousness or justification, is as lost to him when he Wants the evidence, that is, the Comfort, sweetness, and peace of it. ng1 n1 cc n1, vbz a-acp vvn p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1404 Page 441
8786 When his soul-state is so ravel'd and intangled, that he can make nothing of it, then his righteousness is as lost. When his Soul-state is so raveled and entangled, that he can make nothing of it, then his righteousness is as lost. c-crq po31 n1 vbz av vvn cc vvn, cst pns31 vmb vvi pix pp-f pn31, cs po31 n1 vbz a-acp vvn. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 441
8787 Those things which appeare not, are to us as if they were not. Not to know what we have, is a degree of not having. Those things which appear not, Are to us as if they were not. Not to know what we have, is a degree of not having. d n2 r-crq vvb xx, vbr pc-acp pno12 c-acp cs pns32 vbdr xx. xx pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vhb, vbz dt n1 pp-f xx vhg. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 441
8788 When grace doth not act or is not used, we are sayd in Scripture to lack grace, When grace does not act or is not used, we Are said in Scripture to lack grace, c-crq n1 vdz xx vvi cc vbz xx vvn, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 441
8789 or to have none. (2 Pet: 1.9.) But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off. or to have none. (2 Pet: 1.9.) But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off. cc pc-acp vhi pix. (crd n1: crd.) p-acp pns31 cst vvz d n2 vbz j, cc vmbx vvi av a-acp. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 441
8790 The whole context carrieth it of believers, who are in a state of grace, who yet not using grace are sayd to lack it, The Whole context Carrieth it of believers, who Are in a state of grace, who yet not using grace Are said to lack it, dt j-jn n1 vvz pn31 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq av xx vvg n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 442
8791 and are called blinde, as not able to see afar off, how it was with them when the work of conversion first began, and Are called blind, as not able to see afar off, how it was with them when the work of conversion First began, cc vbr vvn j, c-acp xx j pc-acp vvi av a-acp, c-crq pn31 vbds p-acp pno32 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 ord vvd, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 442
8792 & so have upon the matter forgotten that they were ever purged from their old sins. & so have upon the matter forgotten that they were ever purged from their old Sins. cc av vhb p-acp dt n1 vvn cst pns32 vbdr av vvn p-acp po32 j n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 442
8793 That is, they act as a man that hath never had any acquaintance with God, or knew so much as the meaning of repentance from dead workes. That is, they act as a man that hath never had any acquaintance with God, or knew so much as the meaning of Repentance from dead works. cst vbz, pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vhz av-x vhn d n1 p-acp np1, cc vvd av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 442
8794 He, in the Gospel, who had but one talent and did not use it, is sayd to have none, From him that hath not shall be taken away even that he hath (Math: 25.29.) 'Tis a strange expression to say, that shall be taken away from a man which he hath not; He, in the Gospel, who had but one talon and did not use it, is said to have none, From him that hath not shall be taken away even that he hath (Math: 25.29.) It's a strange expression to say, that shall be taken away from a man which he hath not; pns31, p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhd cc-acp crd n1 cc vdd xx vvi pn31, vbz vvn pc-acp vhi pix, p-acp pno31 cst vhz xx vmb vbi vvn av av cst pns31 vhz (np1: crd.) pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz xx; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 442
8795 yet the idle servant is sayd not to have that one talent which he had, because he did not use it, but layd it by as a dead stocke. yet the idle servant is said not to have that one talon which he had, Because he did not use it, but laid it by as a dead stock. av dt j n1 vbz vvn xx pc-acp vhi d crd n1 r-crq pns31 vhd, c-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31, cc-acp vvd pn31 p-acp c-acp dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 442
8796 Now, as in reference unto the grace of sanctification in us, when we doe not act, we are sayd to lack it, Now, as in Referente unto the grace of sanctification in us, when we do not act, we Are said to lack it, av, c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 442
8797 or not to have it, so in reference to the peace of justification, when we have not the comfort of it, we are sayd to be without it. or not to have it, so in Referente to the peace of justification, when we have not the Comfort of it, we Are said to be without it. cc xx pc-acp vhi pn31, av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp pn31. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 442
8798 And therefore when peace is restored to the soule, righteousness or justification is restored also. Further, from the connexion of these words, He shall see his face with joy; And Therefore when peace is restored to the soul, righteousness or justification is restored also. Further, from the connexion of these words, He shall see his face with joy; cc av c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 vbz vvn av. jc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1405 Page 442
8799 for he will render unto man his righteousness. Note, Fourthly. for he will render unto man his righteousness. Note, Fourthly. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. n1, ord. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1406 Page 442
8800 When the sight of our righteousness or justified state in Christ returnes to us, our comforts returne. When the sighed of our righteousness or justified state in christ returns to us, our comforts return. c-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc vvn n1 p-acp np1 n2 p-acp pno12, po12 n2 vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1407 Page 442
8801 We may be justified or in a justified state, and not rejoyce. But if we know we are in a state of justification, we cannot but rejoyce. We may be justified or in a justified state, and not rejoice. But if we know we Are in a state of justification, we cannot but rejoice. pns12 vmb vbi vvn cc p-acp dt vvn n1, cc xx vvi. p-acp cs pns12 vvb pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 442
8802 It will make a man rejoyce to purpose, when he seeth the righteousness of justification is clearely his ( Isa: 45.25.) Surely shall one say in the Lord have I righteousness and strength: One shall say this: It will make a man rejoice to purpose, when he sees the righteousness of justification is clearly his (Isaiah: 45.25.) Surely shall one say in the Lord have I righteousness and strength: One shall say this: pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j png31 (np1: crd.) av-j vmb pi vvi p-acp dt n1 vhb pns11 n1 cc n1: pi vmb vvi d: (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 442
8803 He shall not only have righteousness in the Lord, but he shall say he hath; that is, he shall be able to make it out; He shall not only have righteousness in the Lord, but he shall say he hath; that is, he shall be able to make it out; pns31 vmb xx av-j vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pns31 vhz; d vbz, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 av; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 442
8804 he shall have the light of it upon his spirit, and then as it followeth in the Prophet; he shall have the Light of it upon his Spirit, and then as it follows in the Prophet; pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc av c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 442
8805 In him shall all the seed of Israel be justified and shall glory. When they are able to say this, then they shall not only rejoyce but glory. In him shall all the seed of Israel be justified and shall glory. When they Are able to say this, then they shall not only rejoice but glory. p-acp pno31 vmb d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn cc vmb vvi. c-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi d, cs pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi p-acp n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 442
8806 Glorying is the height of joy, or joy is in its full strength. Glorying is the height of joy, or joy is in its full strength. vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vbz p-acp po31 j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 442
8807 The Apostle saith ( Rom: 14.17.) The kingdome of God is not meat and drink (What is it then?) but righteousness (and what else?) peace and joy in the holy Ghost. The Apostle Says (Rom: 14.17.) The Kingdom of God is not meat and drink (What is it then?) but righteousness (and what Else?) peace and joy in the holy Ghost. dt n1 vvz (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx n1 cc vvi (r-crq vbz pn31 av?) p-acp n1 (cc r-crq av?) n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 442
8808 Righteousness brings in peace, that's the first fruit; Righteousness brings in peace, that's the First fruit; n1 vvz p-acp n1, d|vbz dt ord n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8809 The warre is ended, the controversie determined between God and the soule, and when once peace is entred, joy will follow. The war is ended, the controversy determined between God and the soul, and when once peace is entered, joy will follow. dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 cc dt n1, cc c-crq a-acp n1 vbz vvn, n1 vmb vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8810 It is usuall to make triumphs, when, a formerly broken, peace is made between two nations. It is usual to make Triumphos, when, a formerly broken, peace is made between two Nations. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n2, c-crq, dt av-j vvn, n1 vbz vvn p-acp crd n2. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8811 When Abimilech sent commissioners to make a covenant of peace with Isaac, the holy Story saith ( Gen: 26.30.) He made them a feast, When Abimelech sent commissioners to make a Covenant of peace with Isaac, the holy Story Says (Gen: 26.30.) He made them a feast, c-crq np1 vvd n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, dt j n1 vvz (np1: crd.) pns31 vvd pno32 dt n1, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8812 and they did eate and drinke. and they did eat and drink. cc pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8813 Surely when God sends his holy Spirit to speake peace to a troubled soule (against whom his terrors have been set in array (as Job sayd in his own case, Chap: 6.4.) and the arrowes of the Almighty within him have drunke up his spirit ) he (I say) having his peace thus restored to him, cannot but have the joy of the Lord restored to him, Surely when God sends his holy Spirit to speak peace to a troubled soul (against whom his terrors have been Set in array (as Job said in his own case, Chap: 6.4.) and the arrows of the Almighty within him have drunk up his Spirit) he (I say) having his peace thus restored to him, cannot but have the joy of the Lord restored to him, av-j q-crq np1 vvz po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 (p-acp r-crq po31 n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1 (c-acp n1 vvd p-acp po31 d n1, n1: crd.) cc dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp pno31 vhb vvn a-acp po31 n1) pns31 (pns11 vvb) vhg po31 n1 av vvn p-acp pno31, vmbx p-acp vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31, (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8814 as David prayed his might ( Psal: 51.12.) Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; as David prayed his might (Psalm: 51.12.) Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; c-acp np1 vvd po31 n1 (np1: crd.) vvb p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8815 That is, shew me that I am justified, that my sin is pardoned; That is, show me that I am justified, that my since is pardoned; cst vbz, vvb pno11 cst pns11 vbm vvn, cst po11 n1 vbz vvn; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8816 this will bring back into my bosome the joy of thy salvation, and my drooping soul shall be not only refreshed but feasted as with marrow and fatness. this will bring back into my bosom the joy of thy salvation, and my drooping soul shall be not only refreshed but feasted as with marrow and fatness. d vmb vvi av p-acp po11 n1 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc po11 j-vvg n1 vmb vbi xx av-j vvn p-acp vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8817 Joy is a certaine consequent upon the sight of our justification; Yea joy is not only a consequent, but a fruit and effect of it; Joy is a certain consequent upon the sighed of our justification; Yea joy is not only a consequent, but a fruit and Effect of it; n1 vbz dt j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; uh n1 vbz xx av-j dt j, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8818 joy floweth out of the nature of it; joy flows out of the nature of it; n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31; (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8819 nor is it ever interrupted or suspended, but upon the hiding of righteousness out of our sight. nor is it ever interrupted or suspended, but upon the hiding of righteousness out of our sighed. ccx vbz pn31 av vvn cc vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 av pp-f po12 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8820 And therefore joy returnes unfayleably when the Lord is pleased thus to render unto man his righteousness. And Therefore joy returns unfayleably when the Lord is pleased thus to render unto man his righteousness. cc av vvb n2 av-j c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1. (18) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 443
8821 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 27, 28, 29, 30. JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 27, 28, 29, 30. n1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd (19) chapter (DIV2) 1408 Page 444
8822 He looketh upon men, and if any say, I have sinned, and perverted that which was right, and it profiteth me not: He looks upon men, and if any say, I have sinned, and perverted that which was right, and it profiteth me not: pns31 vvz p-acp n2, cc cs d vvb, pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn, cc pn31 vvz pno11 xx: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1409 Page 444
8823 He will deliver his soule from going into the pit, and his life shall see the light. He will deliver his soul from going into the pit, and his life shall see the Light. pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1410 Page 444
8824 Lo, all these things worketh God oftentimes with man, Lo, all these things works God oftentimes with man, uh, d d n2 vvz np1 av p-acp n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1411 Page 444
8825 To bring back his soule from the pit, and to be enlightned with the light of the living. To bring back his soul from the pit, and to be enlightened with the Light of the living. pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1412 Page 444
8826 WE had the blessed issue of the Lords dealing with the sick sinner in the former verse. WE had the blessed issue of the lords dealing with the sick sinner in the former verse. pns12 vhd dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1413 Page 444
8827 Now, in the two first verses of this context, we have the same case and issue put in generall with reference to any man. Now, in the two First Verses of this context, we have the same case and issue put in general with Referente to any man. av, p-acp dt crd ord n2 pp-f d n1, pns12 vhb dt d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1413 Page 444
8828 And in the two latter, Elihu recapitulates or summes up the whole matter, and then applyeth it to Job personally and particularly in the three last verses of the Chapter. He looketh upon men, &c. The word notes a strict beholding and fixing both of the outward and inward eye, that of the mind, with that of the body. And in the two latter, Elihu recapitulates or sums up the Whole matter, and then Applieth it to Job personally and particularly in the three last Verses of the Chapter. He looks upon men, etc. The word notes a strict beholding and fixing both of the outward and inward eye, that of the mind, with that of the body. cc p-acp dt crd d, np1 vvz cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc av vvz pn31 p-acp np1 av-j cc av-j p-acp dt crd ord n2 pp-f dt n1. pns31 vvz p-acp n2, av dt n1 vvz dt j n-vvg cc vvg d pp-f dt j cc j n1, cst pp-f dt n1, p-acp d pp-f dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1413 Page 444
8829 Tis here, after the manner of men, attributed to God; This Here, After the manner of men, attributed to God; pn31|vbz av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp np1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1414 Page 444
8830 He marks and animadverts upon men, how it is with them, or how they stand disposed and affected. He marks and animadverts upon men, how it is with them, or how they stand disposed and affected. pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp n2, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, cc c-crq pns32 vvb vvn cc vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1414 Page 444
8831 Yet there is a difference among interpreters, who is the antecedent to the word He. He looketh upon men. Yet there is a difference among Interpreters, who is the antecedent to the word He. He looks upon men. av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 pns31 vvz p-acp n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1415 Page 444
8832 The doubt or question is to whom this relative pronowne, He hath respect; whether to God or to the sick man lately spoken of. The doubt or question is to whom this relative pronoun, He hath respect; whither to God or to the sick man lately spoken of. dt n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp ro-crq d j n1, pns31 vhz n1; cs p-acp np1 cc p-acp dt j n1 av-j vvn pp-f. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1415 Page 444
8833 Some understand it chiefly of the sick man recovered. He looketh upon men; That is, the sick man looketh upon those about him; some understand it chiefly of the sick man recovered. He looks upon men; That is, the sick man looks upon those about him; d vvb pn31 av-jn pp-f dt j n1 vvn. pns31 vvz p-acp n2; cst vbz, dt j n1 vvz p-acp d p-acp pno31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1416 Page 444
8834 and saith, I have sinned and perverted that which is right. and Says, I have sinned and perverted that which is right. cc vvz, pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn d r-crq vbz j-jn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1416 Page 444
8835 As if being raised from his sick bed, he should raise himselfe up, to give glory to God by confessing and acknowledging before men, that he had sinned in perverting the rule of righteousness given him to walke by, As if being raised from his sick Bed, he should raise himself up, to give glory to God by confessing and acknowledging before men, that he had sinned in perverting the Rule of righteousness given him to walk by, c-acp cs vbg vvn p-acp po31 j n1, pns31 vmd vvi px31 a-acp, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg cc vvg a-acp n2, cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1416 Page 444
8836 and had found by dear-bought experience, that it profited him not. The Italian translater saith, He afterwards shall turne himselfe toward man, and say, &c. That is, he shall preach Gods grace to sinfull man, and had found by dear-bought experience, that it profited him not. The Italian Translator Says, He afterwards shall turn himself towards man, and say, etc. That is, he shall preach God's grace to sinful man, cc vhd vvn p-acp j n1, cst pn31 vvd pno31 xx. dt jp n1 vvz, pns31 av vmb vvi px31 p-acp n1, cc vvz, av cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi npg1 n1 p-acp j n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1416 Page 445
8837 and propose himselfe an example of it, magnifying the grace of God to him, and acknowledging his owne vileness. and propose himself an Exampl of it, magnifying the grace of God to him, and acknowledging his own vileness. cc vvb px31 dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cc vvg po31 d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1416 Page 445
8838 They who insist upon this exposition render the 28th verse, as the continued speech of the sick man, making it out to this effect, I have sinned and perverted that which •as right, They who insist upon this exposition render the 28th verse, as the continued speech of the sick man, making it out to this Effect, I have sinned and perverted that which •as right, pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp d n1 vvi dt ord n1, c-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg pn31 av p-acp d n1, pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1416 Page 445
8839 yet he hath delivered, or will deliver my soule from going into the pit, and my life shall see the light. yet he hath Delivered, or will deliver my soul from going into the pit, and my life shall see the Light. av pns31 vhz vvn, cc vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc po11 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1416 Page 445
8840 It must be granted, that to look upon or behold man, is in Scripture, a descriptive periphrasis or circumlocution, expressing a man recovered from some dangerous & deadly sickness. It must be granted, that to look upon or behold man, is in Scripture, a descriptive periphrasis or circumlocution, expressing a man recovered from Some dangerous & deadly sickness. pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi n1, vbz p-acp n1, dt j-jn n1 cc n1, vvg dt n1 vvn p-acp d j cc j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8841 And therefore when Hezekiah thought his sickness was to death, and his case desperate; And Therefore when Hezekiah Thought his sickness was to death, and his case desperate; cc av c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 vbds p-acp n1, cc po31 n1 j; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8842 He thus bemoaned himselfe ( Isa: 38.11.) I shall not see the Lord, even the Lord in the land of the living; He thus bemoaned himself (Isaiah: 38.11.) I shall not see the Lord, even the Lord in the land of the living; pns31 av vvd px31 (np1: crd.) pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1, av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8843 I shall behold man no more with the inhabitants of the world. But, saith Elihu, the sick man being perfectly recovered, talkes with and looks upon men; I shall behold man no more with the inhabitants of the world. But, Says Elihu, the sick man being perfectly recovered, talks with and looks upon men; pns11 vmb vvi n1 av-dx dc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. p-acp, vvz np1, dt j n1 vbg av-j vvn, vvz p-acp cc vvz p-acp n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8844 And the first discourse he issueth, is a confession of repentance for his iniquity; I have sinned, I have perverted that which was right, and it profiteth not: And the First discourse he issueth, is a Confessi of Repentance for his iniquity; I have sinned, I have perverted that which was right, and it profiteth not: cc dt ord n1 pns31 vvz, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1; pns11 vhb vvn, pns11 vhb vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn, cc pn31 vvz xx: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8845 And his next is a confession of praise for his recovery; And his next is a Confessi of praise for his recovery; cc po31 ord vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8846 He hath delivered, or I am assured he will deliver my soule from going downe to the pit, He hath Delivered, or I am assured he will deliver my soul from going down to the pit, pns31 vhz vvn, cc pns11 vbm vvn pns31 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8847 and my life shall see the light. This is a profitable exposition; and my life shall see the Light. This is a profitable exposition; cc po11 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. d vbz dt j n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8848 and much insisted upon by some very learned interpreters, and therefore I shall make a little improvement of it by this briefe observation. and much insisted upon by Some very learned Interpreters, and Therefore I shall make a little improvement of it by this brief observation. cc av-d vvd p-acp p-acp d j j n2, cc av pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8849 It is our duty, being recovered from sickness, to confess and make knowne the goodness of God and our sinfulness to those that are about us. There is a three-fold confession; It is our duty, being recovered from sickness, to confess and make known the Goodness of God and our sinfulness to those that Are about us. There is a threefold Confessi; pn31 vbz po12 n1, vbg vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po12 n1 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno12. pc-acp vbz dt j n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1417 Page 445
8850 First of faith, that we believe what God hath revealed and promised to doe for us. First of faith, that we believe what God hath revealed and promised to do for us. ord pp-f n1, cst pns12 vvb r-crq np1 vhz vvn cc vvd pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1418 Page 445
8851 Secondly, of prayse, that we thankfully acknowledge what God hath done for us according to his promise. Secondly, of praise, that we thankfully acknowledge what God hath done for us according to his promise. ord, pp-f n1, cst pns12 av-j vvb r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1418 Page 445
8852 Thirdly, of repentance, that we are heartily sorrowfull for and bewayle, what we have done against the command of God. Thirdly, of Repentance, that we Are heartily sorrowful for and bewail, what we have done against the command of God. ord, pp-f n1, cst pns12 vbr av-j j p-acp cc vvi, r-crq pns12 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1418 Page 445
8853 We should be ashamed to sin before men, but let us not be ashamed to confesse our sinfullness, We should be ashamed to sin before men, but let us not be ashamed to confess our sinfulness, pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc-acp vvb pno12 xx vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1418 Page 445
8854 and (in some cases) our speciall sins before men. and (in Some cases) our special Sins before men. cc (p-acp d n2) po12 j n2 p-acp n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1418 Page 445
8855 Though we neither impose nor extort particular confessions from men (as the Papists doe) yet it is good for men who have been under the afflicting hand of God, Though we neither impose nor extort particular confessions from men (as the Papists do) yet it is good for men who have been under the afflicting hand of God, cs pns12 av-dx vvi ccx vvi j n2 p-acp n2 (c-acp dt njp2 vdb) av pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 r-crq vhb vbn p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1418 Page 445
8856 and have had great experience of his mercy in raising them up, to declare what God hath done both for soule and body, that others may be bettered by their experiences. and have had great experience of his mercy in raising them up, to declare what God hath done both for soul and body, that Others may be bettered by their experiences. cc vhb vhn j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp, pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vhz vdn d p-acp n1 cc n1, cst n2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1418 Page 446
8857 But I shall not stay upon this, because our translation (which is cleare and safe) runs another way, making the antecedent to this he, to be God; But I shall not stay upon this, Because our Translation (which is clear and safe) runs Another Way, making the antecedent to this he, to be God; cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, c-acp po12 n1 (r-crq vbz j cc j) vvz j-jn n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp d pns31, pc-acp vbi np1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1419 Page 446
8858 He, that is, God looketh upon men, and saith, If any say, I have sinned, He, that is, God looks upon men, and Says, If any say, I have sinned, pns31, cst vbz, np1 vvz p-acp n2, cc vvz, cs d vvb, pns11 vhb vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1419 Page 446
8859 and have perverted that which is right, and it profited me not, Then (as it followeth) He will deliver him from going downe to the pit, and have perverted that which is right, and it profited me not, Then (as it follows) He will deliver him from going down to the pit, cc vhb vvn d r-crq vbz j-jn, cc pn31 vvd pno11 xx, av (c-acp pn31 vvz) pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1419 Page 446
8860 and his life shall see the light. The sence of the context in Generall, is plaine; and his life shall see the Light. The sense of the context in General, is plain; cc po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz j; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1419 Page 446
8861 God looketh upon men, and if he seeth them penitent, he will have mercy upon them, God looks upon men, and if he sees them penitent, he will have mercy upon them, np1 vvz p-acp n2, cc cs pns31 vvz pno32 j-jn, pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno32, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1419 Page 446
8862 and deliver them, or give them that which is better then bodily deliverance. More distinctly. He looketh upon men. and deliver them, or give them that which is better then bodily deliverance. More distinctly. He looks upon men. cc vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 d r-crq vbz jc cs j n1. av-dc av-j. pns31 vvz p-acp n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1419 Page 446
8863 It is the work of God at all times to look upon men; It is the work of God At all times to look upon men; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8864 and he looketh so upon all men, as if he had but one man to look upon. and he looks so upon all men, as if he had but one man to look upon. cc pns31 vvz av p-acp d n2, c-acp cs pns31 vhd p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8865 His look upon men is not a bare look, but a considering, and an observing look. His look upon men is not a bore look, but a considering, and an observing look. po31 n1 p-acp n2 vbz xx dt j n1, cc-acp dt vvg, cc dt j-vvg n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8866 He so looks upon men, that he looks through them. He so looks upon men, that he looks through them. pns31 av vvz p-acp n2, cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8867 He looks upon them, and takes notice what they are, how it is with them, what they are doing, He looks upon them, and Takes notice what they Are, how it is with them, what they Are doing, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz n1 r-crq pns32 vbr, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, r-crq pns32 vbr vdg, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8868 and at what they are driving. and At what they Are driving. cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8869 He looks upon them to consider both the frame of their hearts, and the course of their lives; He looks upon them to Consider both the frame of their hearts, and the course of their lives; pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi d dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8870 yea his looking is an expecting: yea his looking is an expecting: uh png31 vvg vbz dt vvg: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8871 he so looketh upon man, as looking for somewhat from man, or as desiring to see somewhat in him. he so looks upon man, as looking for somewhat from man, or as desiring to see somewhat in him. pns31 av vvz p-acp n1, c-acp vvg p-acp av p-acp n1, cc c-acp vvg pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8872 Though God hath no need of us, nor of any thing we can doe, yet he looketh, waiteth, Though God hath no need of us, nor of any thing we can do, yet he looks, waits, cs np1 vhz dx n1 pp-f pno12, ccx pp-f d n1 pns12 vmb vdi, av pns31 vvz, vvz, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8873 or hath an expectation, of somewhat to be done by us. He looketh upon sick men, to see how they take it; or hath an expectation, of somewhat to be done by us. He looks upon sick men, to see how they take it; cc vhz dt n1, pp-f av pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pno12. pns31 vvz p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vvb pn31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8874 with what patience they beare affliction, what the workings of their hearts are, what their repentings, what the actings of their faith; with what patience they bear affliction, what the workings of their hearts Are, what their repentings, what the actings of their faith; p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vvb n1, r-crq dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 vbr, r-crq po32 n2-vvg, r-crq dt n2 pp-f po32 n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8875 such things as these the Lord looketh for from most men, mostly from men under the rod, under sad & sorrowfull dispensations. such things as these the Lord looks for from most men, mostly from men under the rod, under sad & sorrowful dispensations. d n2 c-acp d dt n1 vvz p-acp p-acp ds n2, j p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp j cc j n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8876 And the words following shew what it is expressely which the Lord looketh for. Yet before I open them, note in generall. And the words following show what it is expressly which the Lord looks for. Yet before I open them, note in general. cc dt n2 vvg n1 r-crq pn31 vbz av-j r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp. av c-acp pns11 vvb pno32, vvb p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8877 God loves to see occasion of doing good to man. What we love to doe, we love the opportunities of doing it. God loves to see occasion of doing good to man. What we love to do, we love the opportunities of doing it. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vdg j p-acp n1. q-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi, pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f vdg pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1420 Page 446
8878 The Lord is good, and he loveth to doe good, and therefore he is expressed as one troubled when he wants, The Lord is good, and he loves to do good, and Therefore he is expressed as one troubled when he Wants, dt n1 vbz j, cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi j, cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pi vvd c-crq pns31 vvz, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 446
8879 & as one pleased when he hath the occasions of doing it. & as one pleased when he hath the occasions of doing it. cc c-acp pi vvd c-crq pns31 vhz dt n2 pp-f vdg pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 446
8880 We may take up that sence eminently from that most patheticall wish ( Psal: 81.13, 14, 15, 16.) O that my people had hearkned unto me, We may take up that sense eminently from that most pathetical wish (Psalm: 81.13, 14, 15, 16.) Oh that my people had hearkened unto me, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp d n1 av-j p-acp d av-ds j n1 (np1: crd, crd, crd, crd) uh cst po11 n1 vhd vvd p-acp pno11, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8881 and Israel had walked in my wayes, I should soone have subdued their enemies, and turned my hand against their adversaries. and Israel had walked in my ways, I should soon have subdued their enemies, and turned my hand against their Adversaries. cc np1 vhd vvn p-acp po11 n2, pns11 vmd av vhi vvn po32 n2, cc vvd po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8903 Sin is in all men a missing of the mark, and a stepping out of the right path; since is in all men a missing of the mark, and a stepping out of the right path; n1 vbz p-acp d n2 dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt vvg av pp-f dt j-jn n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1422 Page 448
8883 I should have fed them also with the finest of the wheate, &c. As if the Lord had sayd, I should have fed them also with the Finest of the wheat, etc. As if the Lord had said, pns11 vmd vhi vvn pno32 av p-acp dt js pp-f dt n1, av p-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8884 How glad should I have been if my people had been but fitly qualified to give me occasion of removing all evill from them, How glad should I have been if my people had been but fitly qualified to give me occasion of removing all evil from them, c-crq j vmd pns11 vhi vbn cs po11 n1 vhd vbn cc-acp av-j vvn pc-acp vvi pno11 n1 pp-f vvg d n-jn p-acp pno32, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8885 and of doing them all manner of good. and of doing them all manner of good. cc pp-f vdg pno32 av-d n1 pp-f j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8886 The holy Prophet speakes the heart of God in the same readiness ( Isa: 30.18.) Therefore will the Lord wait that he may be gracious unto you, The holy Prophet speaks the heart of God in the same readiness (Isaiah: 30.18.) Therefore will the Lord wait that he may be gracious unto you, dt j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt d n1 (np1: crd.) av vmb dt n1 vvb cst pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pn22, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8887 therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you. Therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you. av vmb pns31 vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pn22. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8888 As if he had sayd, The Lord expects your reformation, that he may not proceed in rigour against you, As if he had said, The Lord expects your Reformation, that he may not proceed in rigour against you, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt n1 vvz po22 n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pn22, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8889 or as some conceive rather, he only delayeth his putting an end to your troubles, till ye are humbled, expecting a seasonable time to shew you that mercy, in bestowing of which he will exalt and advance his owne name and honour, or as Some conceive rather, he only delayeth his putting an end to your Troubles, till you Are humbled, expecting a seasonable time to show you that mercy, in bestowing of which he will exalt and advance his own name and honour, cc c-acp d vvb av-c, pns31 av-j vvz po31 n-vvg dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, c-acp pn22 vbr vvn, vvg dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 d n1, p-acp vvg pp-f r-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi po31 d n1 cc n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8890 when once he seeth you fitted and duely prepared to receive it. when once he sees you fitted and duly prepared to receive it. c-crq a-acp pns31 vvz pn22 vvn cc av-jn vvd pc-acp vvi pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8891 The Lord (saith David, Psal: 14.2.) looked downe from heaven upon all the children of men, to see if there were any did understand and seek God. The Lord (Says David, Psalm: 14.2.) looked down from heaven upon all the children of men, to see if there were any did understand and seek God. dt n1 (vvz np1, np1: crd.) vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vbdr d vdd vvi cc vvi np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8892 There he is represented looking downe from heaven to see if any did understand, as here, he looketh upon men to see if any doe repent, saying, I have sinned, &c. The Lord often, There he is represented looking down from heaven to see if any did understand, as Here, he looks upon men to see if any do Repent, saying, I have sinned, etc. The Lord often, a-acp pns31 vbz vvn vvg a-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cs d vdd vvi, c-acp av, pns31 vvz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cs d vdb vvi, vvg, pns11 vhb vvn, av dt n1 av, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8893 yea alwayes looketh downe upon Nations, Cities and people, to see if any have a right understanding of him, yea always looks down upon nations, Cities and people, to see if any have a right understanding of him, uh av vvz a-acp p-acp n2, n2 cc n1, pc-acp vvi cs d vhb dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno31, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8894 or a will with upright affections to him. or a will with upright affections to him. cc dt n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp pno31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8895 The Lord at this day is looking upon the sick, and looking upon the sound, to see if there are any, who are going on faithfully in a right way, The Lord At this day is looking upon the sick, and looking upon the found, to see if there Are any, who Are going on faithfully in a right Way, dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvg p-acp dt j, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vbr d, r-crq vbr vvg a-acp av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8896 or repenting that they have gone wrong. He looketh upon men; And if any say, I have sinned, &c. In this latter part of the verse, we have the matter expressed which the Lord looketh upon men for, 'tis repentance and godly sorrow for sin; or repenting that they have gone wrong. He looks upon men; And if any say, I have sinned, etc. In this latter part of the verse, we have the matter expressed which the Lord looks upon men for, it's Repentance and godly sorrow for since; cc vvg cst pns32 vhb vvn j-jn. pns31 vvz p-acp n2; cc cs d vvb, pns11 vhb vvn, av p-acp d d n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vhb dt n1 vvn r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp, pn31|vbz n1 cc j n1 p-acp n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1421 Page 447
8897 If any say, I have sinned; That is, if any repent. If any say, I have sinned; That is, if any Repent. cs d vvb, pns11 vhb vvn; cst vbz, cs d vvb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1422 Page 447
8898 When the Lord saith, If any say, I have sinned, he doth not meane it of a bare saying so, When the Lord Says, If any say, I have sinned, he does not mean it of a bore saying so, c-crq dt n1 vvz, cs d vvb, pns11 vhb vvn, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 pp-f dt j n-vvg av, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1422 Page 447
8899 but, if any say so, laying his sin to heart; if any say so from a true sence of the evill of sin; but, if any say so, laying his since to heart; if any say so from a true sense of the evil of since; cc-acp, cs d vvb av, vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1; cs d vvb av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1422 Page 447
8900 if any say so burden'd with sin, and tasting the bitterness of it; if any say so burdened with since, and tasting the bitterness of it; cs d vvb av vvn p-acp n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1422 Page 447
8901 if any shall say, I have sinned, and say it thus, then &c. The word which we translate sinned, notes a mistake of our ayme or way; if any shall say, I have sinned, and say it thus, then etc. The word which we translate sinned, notes a mistake of our aim or Way; cs d vmb vvi, pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvb pn31 av, cs av dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvn, n2 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1422 Page 448
8902 As if it had been sayd; If any man say, I have gone besides the line, and done besides the rule. As if it had been said; If any man say, I have gone beside the line, and done beside the Rule. c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn; cs d n1 vvb, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vdn p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1422 Page 448
8904 it is also in very many, as 'tis expressed in the next clause, a perverting of that which is right. it is also in very many, as it's expressed in the next clause, a perverting of that which is right. pn31 vbz av p-acp av d, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1, dt vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz j-jn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1422 Page 448
8905 If any say, I have sinned, and perverted that which is right. If any say, I have sinned, and perverted that which is right. cs d vvb, pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvn d r-crq vbz j-jn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1422 Page 448
8906 The word implyeth more then ordinary sinning, more then sins of infirmity, which arise from ignorance and mistake, The word Implies more then ordinary sinning, more then Sins of infirmity, which arise from ignorance and mistake, dt n1 vvz av-dc cs j vvg, av-dc cs n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8907 even those which are committed with a resolvedness of spirit, and purpose of heart; even those which Are committed with a resolvedness of Spirit, and purpose of heart; av d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8908 or they imply not those sins which a man falls into unadvisedly and unawares, but those which he commits upon deliberation, or they imply not those Sins which a man falls into unadvisedly and unawares, but those which he commits upon deliberation, cc pns32 vvb xx d n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp av-j cc av-j, cc-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8909 and in the eye of the Law, that shewing him plainly what is right, and that he ought not to pervert it. and in the eye of the Law, that showing him plainly what is right, and that he ought not to pervert it. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvg pno31 av-j r-crq vbz j-jn, cc cst pns31 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8910 So then in strictness of sence, to pervert that which is right, is to be willingly, yea wilfully unrighteous. So then in strictness of sense, to pervert that which is right, is to be willingly, yea wilfully unrighteous. av av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j-jn, vbz pc-acp vbi av-j, uh av-j j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8911 The Church making a graduall confession of her sin by three steps, puts this word in the midst ( Psal: 106.6.) We have sinned with our fathers, we have committed iniquity ('tis this word) or done that which is crooked and perverse) we have done wickedly. The Church making a gradual Confessi of her since by three steps, puts this word in the midst (Psalm: 106.6.) We have sinned with our Father's, we have committed iniquity (it's this word) or done that which is crooked and perverse) we have done wickedly. dt n1 vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp crd n2, vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vhb vvn n1 (pn31|vbz d n1) cc vdn d r-crq vbz j cc j) pns12 vhb vdn av-j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8912 Cain, the first man born, sinned thus ( Gen: 4.13.) My punishment is greater then I can beare (so we render) or (as we put in the margin) mine iniquity is greater then can be forgiven. Cain, the First man born, sinned thus (Gen: 4.13.) My punishment is greater then I can bear (so we render) or (as we put in the margin) mine iniquity is greater then can be forgiven. np1, dt ord n1 vvn, vvn av (np1: crd.) po11 n1 vbz jc cs pns11 vmb vvi (av pns12 vvb) cc (c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1) po11 n1 vbz jc cs vmb vbi vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8913 Cains sin was a perversness, he knew he perverted that which was right in slaying his brother. Cains since was a perverseness, he knew he perverted that which was right in slaying his brother. np1 n1 vbds dt n1, pns31 vvd pns31 vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp vvg po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8914 So that, here we have the confession of sin, with the aggravation of it, a notorious sin. The penitent person doth not only say, I have sinned, So that, Here we have the Confessi of since, with the aggravation of it, a notorious since. The penitent person does not only say, I have sinned, av cst, av pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt j n1. dt j-jn n1 vdz xx av-j vvi, pns11 vhb vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8915 but I have sinned greatly, or I have perverted that which was right. To sin, and to pervert that which is right, are materially the same; but I have sinned greatly, or I have perverted that which was right. To since, and to pervert that which is right, Are materially the same; cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-j, cc pns11 vhb vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn. p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j-jn, vbr av-jn dt d; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8916 only the latter intimates the manner how a sin is committed, namely, when we would not be ruled by the Law, only the latter intimates the manner how a since is committed, namely, when we would not be ruled by the Law, av-j dt d vvz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, av, c-crq pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8917 but accommodate the Law (as if it were a leaden or lesbian rule) to serve our lusts; but accommodate the Law (as if it were a leaden or lesbian Rule) to serve our Lustiest; cc-acp vvi dt n1 (c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt j cc j n1) pc-acp vvi po12 n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8918 so perverting that which was right, that we might countenance and embolden our selves in doing wrong. If any aske so perverting that which was right, that we might countenance and embolden our selves in doing wrong. If any ask av vvg d r-crq vbds j-jn, cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp vdg n-jn. cs d vvb (19) chapter (DIV2) 1423 Page 448
8919 What is right? Surely, right is First, The Law, Secondly, that which is done according to Law. What is right? Surely, right is First, The Law, Secondly, that which is done according to Law. q-crq vbz j-jn? np1, j-jn vbz ord, dt n1, ord, cst r-crq vbz vdn p-acp p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1424 Page 448
8920 The statutes of God are right, rejoycing the heart (Psal: 19.8.) The word of God is right, The statutes of God Are right, rejoicing the heart (Psalm: 19.8.) The word of God is right, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j-jn, vvg dt n1 (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j-jn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1424 Page 448
8921 and the rule of right, yea it is a ruling right. and the Rule of right, yea it is a ruling right. cc dt n1 pp-f n-jn, uh pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n-jn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1424 Page 448
8922 To pervert that which is right, or to pervert the law of righteousness, is to act against the light and convictions of conscience which will be our Judge. One of the latine interpreters useth a harsh and course word to presse this by; To pervert that which is right, or to pervert the law of righteousness, is to act against the Light and convictions of conscience which will be our Judge. One of the latin Interpreters uses a harsh and course word to press this by; p-acp n1 cst r-crq vbz j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vmb vbi po12 n1. crd pp-f dt jp n2 vvz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1424 Page 449
8924 I have t•rtified (or writhed and bended) that which was right. Another renders it, I have prevaricated from that which was right. I have t•rtified (or writhed and bent) that which was right. another renders it, I have prevaricated from that which was right. pns11 vhb vvn (cc vvd cc j-vvn) d r-crq vbds j-jn. j-jn vvz pn31, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d r-crq vbds j-jn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1424 Page 449
8925 Our word gives the sence fully enough, I have sinned, and perverted that which was right. Hence note. First, Sin must be confessed. The Lord looks for it. Our word gives the sense Fully enough, I have sinned, and perverted that which was right. Hence note. First, since must be confessed. The Lord looks for it. po12 n1 vvz dt n1 av-j av-d, pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn. av vvi. ord, n1 vmb vbi vvn. dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1424 Page 449
8926 He looketh upon men to see whether any will say, I have sinned. He will have their sin out of their own mouths. He looks upon men to see whither any will say, I have sinned. He will have their since out of their own mouths. pns31 vvz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cs d vmb vvi, pns11 vhb vvn. pns31 vmb vhi po32 n1 av pp-f po32 d n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1425 Page 449
8927 When Nathan brought the parable home to David and sayd, Thou art the man, he presently fell into confession, I have sinned (2 Sam: 12.13.) When Nathan brought the parable home to David and said, Thou art the man, he presently fell into Confessi, I have sinned (2 Sam: 12.13.) c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 av-an p-acp np1 cc vvd, pns21 vb2r dt n1, pns31 av-j vvd p-acp n1, pns11 vhb vvn (crd np1: crd.) (19) chapter (DIV2) 1426 Page 449
8928 But some may say, Is this confession of sin sufficient to say, I have sinned. I answer; But Some may say, Is this Confessi of since sufficient to say, I have sinned. I answer; p-acp d vmb vvi, vbz d n1 pp-f n1 j pc-acp vvi, pns11 vhb vvn. pns11 vvb; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1427 Page 449
8929 First, a generall confession of sin, or that we have sinned is not sufficient, unlesse we are also willing and ready to confesse before the Lord all our particular sins. First, a general Confessi of since, or that we have sinned is not sufficient, unless we Are also willing and ready to confess before the Lord all our particular Sins. ord, dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc cst pns12 vhb vvn vbz xx j, cs pns12 vbr av j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 d po12 j n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8930 Some are ready enough to say, they have sinned, who yet will scarse be brought to acknowledge any particular sin; some Are ready enough to say, they have sinned, who yet will scarce be brought to acknowledge any particular since; d vbr j av-d pc-acp vvi, pns32 vhb vvn, r-crq av vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d j n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8931 yea many say, they are great sinners, who know not how or in what they have sinned, not what it is to sin. yea many say, they Are great Sinners, who know not how or in what they have sinned, not what it is to since. uh d vvb, pns32 vbr j n2, r-crq vvb xx c-crq cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, xx r-crq pn31 vbz p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8932 Therefore barely to say, I have sinned, is not a Gospel confession of sin. I answer. Therefore barely to say, I have sinned, is not a Gospel Confessi of since. I answer. av av-j pc-acp vvi, pns11 vhb vvn, vbz xx dt n1 n1 pp-f n1. pns11 vvb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8933 Secondly, Though a generall confession is only expressed in this and many other Scriptures, yet a speciall confession is intended. Secondly, Though a general Confessi is only expressed in this and many other Scriptures, yet a special Confessi is intended. ord, cs dt j n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d cc d j-jn n2, av dt j n1 vbz vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8934 The prodigal Son ( Luke 15.19.) sayd, I will returne to my father, and I will say to my father, I have sinned against heaven, The prodigal Son (Lycia 15.19.) said, I will return to my father, and I will say to my father, I have sinned against heaven, dt j-jn n1 (av crd.) vvn, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8935 and against thee, and am no more worthy to be called thy Son. He did not enumerate the particular evill acts he had committed and was guilty of, and against thee, and am no more worthy to be called thy Son. He did not enumerate the particular evil acts he had committed and was guilty of, cc p-acp pno21, cc vbm av-dx av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn po21 n1 pns31 vdd xx vvi dt j j-jn n2 pns31 vhd vvn cc vbds j pp-f, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8936 yet doubtlesse he had them as a burden upon his heart, and was willing to unburden himselfe of them, one by one, in a hearty and heart-afflicting confession. yet doubtless he had them as a burden upon his heart, and was willing to unburden himself of them, one by one, in a hearty and heart-afflicting Confessi. av av-j pns31 vhd pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vbds j pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f pno32, pi p-acp crd, p-acp dt j cc j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8937 The publican ( Luke 18.13.) stood a far off, and durst not lift up his eyes to heaven, The publican (Lycia 18.13.) stood a Far off, and durst not lift up his eyes to heaven, dt n1 (av crd.) vvd dt av-j a-acp, cc vvd xx vvi a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8938 but only sayd, God be mercifull to me a sinner. but only said, God be merciful to me a sinner. cc-acp av-j vvd, np1 vbb j p-acp pno11 dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8939 He struck at all his sins, though he did not by name touch any one of them. He struck At all his Sins, though he did not by name touch any one of them. pns31 vvd p-acp d po31 n2, cs pns31 vdd xx p-acp n1 vvi d crd pp-f pno32. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8940 He that saith (knowing what he saith) I have sinned, will not hide any one of his sins; He that Says (knowing what he Says) I have sinned, will not hide any one of his Sins; pns31 cst vvz (vvg r-crq pns31 vvz) pns11 vhb vvn, vmb xx vvi d crd pp-f po31 n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8941 And he that indeed and truth confesseth any one, will cover none of his sins. And he that indeed and truth Confesses any one, will cover none of his Sins. cc pns31 cst av cc n1 vvz d pi, vmb vvi pix pp-f po31 n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 449
8942 Those sins may be pardoned which are not expressely confessed, but if we conceale or hide any sin, Those Sins may be pardoned which Are not expressly confessed, but if we conceal or hide any since, d n2 vmb vbi vvn r-crq vbr xx av-j vvn, cc-acp cs pns12 vvi cc vvi d n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 450
8943 and will not bring it forth in confession, we cannot, in faith, expect the pardon of it. and will not bring it forth in Confessi, we cannot, in faith, expect the pardon of it. cc vmb xx vvi pn31 av p-acp n1, pns12 vmbx, p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1428 Page 450
8946 or but in a way of recovery out of his sickness. Hence note. Times of affliction are speciall times of confession and repentance. or but in a Way of recovery out of his sickness. Hence note. Times of affliction Are special times of Confessi and Repentance. cc p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av pp-f po31 n1. av vvi. ng1 pp-f n1 vbr j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1429 Page 450
8947 Confession of sin must not be omitted (especially not neglected) in our most comfortable dayes, much lesse in a day of trouble. Confessi of since must not be omitted (especially not neglected) in our most comfortable days, much less in a day of trouble. n1 pp-f n1 vmb xx vbi vvn (av-j xx j-vvn) p-acp po12 av-ds j n2, av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8948 A sad and troubled state calls us aloud to a gracious sadness of heart, to the search of our hearts and lives, which are preparatory to repentance and Godly sorrow. A sad and troubled state calls us aloud to a gracious sadness of heart, to the search of our hearts and lives, which Are preparatory to Repentance and Godly sorrow. dt j cc j-vvn n1 vvz pno12 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8949 Usually in prosperity men will not be at leisure to search their hearts, and take notice of their sins. Usually in Prosperity men will not be At leisure to search their hearts, and take notice of their Sins. av-j p-acp n1 n2 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvb n1 pp-f po32 n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8950 Therefore the Lord draweth them to confession by drawing them from the world, by laying them upon their sick beds, Therefore the Lord draws them to Confessi by drawing them from the world, by laying them upon their sick Beds, av dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po32 j n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8951 or by bringing them into straites. or by bringing them into straits. cc p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8952 And as when affliction is upon persons or families, then is a speciall time to confesse personall and family sins; And as when affliction is upon Persons or families, then is a special time to confess personal and family Sins; cc c-acp q-crq n1 vbz p-acp n2 cc n2, av vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi j cc n1 n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8953 so to confesse national sins, is most seasonable when affliction hath seized upon kingdomes and nations. so to confess national Sins, is most seasonable when affliction hath seized upon kingdoms and Nations. av pc-acp vvi j n2, vbz av-ds j c-crq n1 vhz vvn p-acp n2 cc n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8954 The want and neglect of that publicke confession and sorrow in such a day is mightily aggravated, The want and neglect of that public Confessi and sorrow in such a day is mightily aggravated, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f cst j n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8955 and most severely threatned ( Isa: 22.12, 13, 14.) God looketh and loveth to heare every man, saying, and most severely threatened (Isaiah: 22.12, 13, 14.) God looks and loves to hear every man, saying, cc av-ds av-j vvd (np1: crd, crd, crd) np1 vvz cc vvz pc-acp vvi d n1, vvg, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8956 and a whole nation, as one man, saying in a day of sorrow and trouble, I have sinned, and perverted that which was right. and a Whole Nation, as one man, saying in a day of sorrow and trouble, I have sinned, and perverted that which was right. cc dt j-jn n1, c-acp crd n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1431 Page 450
8957 From the latter words, I have perverted that which was right, or the Law. Note, First. From the latter words, I have perverted that which was right, or the Law. Note, First. p-acp dt d n2, pns11 vhb vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn, cc dt n1. n1, ord. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1432 Page 450
8958 The law of God is the rule of righteousness; a right rule. All rightness and righteousness is comprehended in it, and measured by it. Secondly, Learne. The law of God is the Rule of righteousness; a right Rule. All rightness and righteousness is comprehended in it, and measured by it. Secondly, Learn. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; dt j-jn n1. d n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvn p-acp pn31. ord, vvb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1433 Page 450
8959 Sin is a perverting of that which is right. since is a perverting of that which is right. n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz j-jn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1435 Page 450
8960 Every (the least) sin is so in some degree, though here, possibly, sins are intended of any, even of the highest degree. Every (the least) sin is so in Some degree, though Here, possibly, Sins Are intended of any, even of the highest degree. np1 (cs ds) c-acp vbz av p-acp d n1, cs av, av-j, n2 vbr vvn pp-f d, av pp-f dt js n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 450
8961 The Apostle defining sin, calleth it (1 John 3.4.) A transgression of the Law; The Apostle defining since, calls it (1 John 3.4.) A Transgression of the Law; dt np1 vvg n1, vvz pn31 (vvd np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8962 and if so, it must needs be a perverting of that which is right: For what is or can be right, if the rule of righteousness be not. and if so, it must needs be a perverting of that which is right: For what is or can be right, if the Rule of righteousness be not. cc cs av, pn31 vmb av vbi dt vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz j-jn: c-acp r-crq vbz cc vmb vbi j-jn, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb xx. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8963 What the Apostle spake to Elymas (Acts 13.10.) Wilt thou not cease to pervert the right wayes of the Lord, shewes the nature and effect of every sin, What the Apostle spoke to Elymas (Acts 13.10.) Wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord, shows the nature and Effect of every since, q-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 (n2 crd.) vm2 pns21 xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8964 and the more sinfull any sin is, by so much the more doth it pervert that which is right. and the more sinful any since is, by so much the more does it pervert that which is right. cc dt av-dc j d n1 vbz, p-acp av av-d dt av-dc vdz pn31 vvi cst r-crq vbz j-jn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8965 Some sinners are sayd to make voyd the law of God, to pervert it, as if they would quite subvert and disanull it. some Sinners Are said to make void the law of God, to pervert it, as if they would quite subvert and disannul it. d n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi j dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp cs pns32 vmd av vvi cc vvi pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8966 David remembers God of such, and desires him to look to them betimes ( Psal: 119.126.) It is time for thee to work, David remembers God of such, and Desires him to look to them betimes (Psalm: 119.126.) It is time for thee to work, np1 vvz np1 pp-f d, cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av (np1: crd.) pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8968 That is, they have done their best, or worst rather, their utmost to make it voyd, and of no force; That is, they have done their best, or worst rather, their utmost to make it void, and of no force; cst vbz, pns32 vhb vdn po32 js, cc js av, po32 j pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cc pp-f dx n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8969 'Tis not in the power of all the powers of the world, to vacat rescind or null one tittle of the law of God, heaven and earth shall passe away before that, It's not in the power of all the Powers of the world, to vacat rescind or null one tittle of the law of God, heaven and earth shall pass away before that, pn31|vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 n1 cc vvi crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av p-acp d, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8970 yet many attempt it, yea some doe that which will be found and interpreted a making voyd of the law of God, who thinke themselves great zelotes for, yet many attempt it, yea Some doe that which will be found and interpreted a making void of the law of God, who think themselves great Zealots for, av d n1 pn31, uh d n1 cst r-crq vmb vbi vvn cc vvn dt vvg j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvb px32 j n2 p-acp, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8971 or very zealous of the law. That will be the case of many, especially, of all will-worshippers. or very zealous of the law. That will be the case of many, especially, of all Will-worshippers. cc av j pp-f dt n1. cst vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d, av-j, pp-f d n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1436 Page 451
8972 Againe, Consider though the person here spoken of had not only sinned, but perverted that which was right, that is, sinned perversly, Again, Consider though the person Here spoken of had not only sinned, but perverted that which was right, that is, sinned perversely, av, vvb cs dt n1 av vvn a-acp vhd xx av-j vvn, cc-acp vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn, cst vbz, vvn av-j, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1437 Page 451
8973 yet upon confession the Lord deales graciously with him. Hence Note. yet upon Confessi the Lord deals graciously with him. Hence Note. av p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp pno31. av n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1437 Page 451
8974 The free grace of God extends to the pardon of the greatest sins, even sins of perversness. The free grace of God extends to the pardon of the greatest Sins, even Sins of perverseness. dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n2, av n2 pp-f n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1438 Page 451
8975 Where sin aboundeth, Grace aboundeth much more ( Rom: 5.20.) whether the abounding of sin be taken in the number of it, Where since Aboundeth, Grace Aboundeth much more (Rom: 5.20.) whither the abounding of since be taken in the number of it, q-crq n1 vvz, n1 vvz d dc (np1: crd.) cs dt vvg pp-f n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 451
8976 or in the weight of it, that is, in the greatness and aggravations of it, Grace hath its sutable super-abounding ( Num: 23.21.) When Balaam would shew that the people of Israel were a people impenetrable by his curses, he saith, The Lord hath seen no iniquity in Jacob, nor perversness in Israel. or in the weight of it, that is, in the greatness and aggravations of it, Grace hath its suitable superabounding (Num: 23.21.) When balaam would show that the people of Israel were a people impenetrable by his curses, he Says, The Lord hath seen no iniquity in Jacob, nor perverseness in Israel. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f pn31, n1 vhz po31 j j (np1: crd.) c-crq np1 vmd vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr dt n1 j p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz, dt n1 vhz vvn dx n1 p-acp np1, ccx n1 p-acp np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 451
8977 The word there used is of a different root from this in the text, but the sence is the same, implying, The word there used is of a different root from this in the text, but the sense is the same, implying, dt n1 a-acp vvn vbz pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz dt d, vvg, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 451
8978 if the Lord had seen perversness in Israel, it would have layd them open to a curse; if the Lord had seen perverseness in Israel, it would have laid them open to a curse; cs dt n1 vhd vvn n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 j p-acp dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 451
8979 yet sins made up of perversness are within the compass of a pardon. yet Sins made up of perverseness Are within the compass of a pardon. av n2 vvd a-acp pp-f n1 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 451
8980 There is no sin excepted from pardon, but that which at once refuseth and despiseth it, the sin against the holy Ghost ( Math• 12.31.) This should not incourage any to sin perversly, only it is a comfort to those who have. There is no since excepted from pardon, but that which At once Refuseth and despises it, the since against the holy Ghost (Math• 12.31.) This should not encourage any to since perversely, only it is a Comfort to those who have. pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp cst r-crq p-acp a-acp vvz cc vvz pn31, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 (np1 crd.) d vmd xx vvi d p-acp n1 av-j, av-j pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vhb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 452
8981 They who have sinned perversly, or who have perversness mingled with their sin, should not cast off the hope of pardon, They who have sinned perversely, or who have perverseness mingled with their since, should not cast off the hope of pardon, pns32 r-crq vhb vvn av-j, cc q-crq vhb n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1, vmd xx vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 452
8982 but woe to those who sin perversly, (that is, against the light of their owne consciences) upon hopes of pardon. but woe to those who since perversely, (that is, against the Light of their own Consciences) upon hope's of pardon. cc-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq n1 av-j, (cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2) p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 452
8983 Such persons have no true hope (they may have much presumption) that they shall be pardoned. Such Persons have no true hope (they may have much presumption) that they shall be pardoned. d n2 vhb dx j n1 (pns32 vmb vhi d n1) cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 452
8984 They who having sinned perversly, confesse it, have good ground to pray for pardon, but they who goe on sinning perversly, have no ground (while they doe so) to hope for it. They who having sinned perversely, confess it, have good ground to pray for pardon, but they who go on sinning perversely, have no ground (while they do so) to hope for it. pns32 r-crq vhg vvn av-j, vvb pn31, vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp vvg av-j, vhb dx n1 (cs pns32 vdb av) pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 452
8985 This text speakes of a person confessing and bewayling that he hath sinned perversely, not of a person purposing to sin so, This text speaks of a person confessing and bewailing that he hath sinned perversely, not of a person purposing to since so, d n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 vvg cc vvg cst pns31 vhz vvn av-j, xx pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp n1 av, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 452
8986 as appeares further in the last clause of the verse; If any say, I have sinned and perverted that which is right. And it profiteth me not. as appears further in the last clause of the verse; If any say, I have sinned and perverted that which is right. And it profiteth me not. c-acp vvz jc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1; cs d vvb, pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn d r-crq vbz j-jn. cc pn31 vvz pno11 xx. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1439 Page 452
8987 Here's another poynt of confession, we must not only confesse that we have sinned, but the fruitlessness of sin, Here's Another point of Confessi, we must not only confess that we have sinned, but the fruitlessness of since, av|vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi cst pns12 vhb vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1440 Page 452
8988 or that sin profiteth not. There are two rendrings, and so two severall expositions of these words. or that since profiteth not. There Are two renderings, and so two several expositions of these words. cc d n1 vvz xx. pc-acp vbr crd n2-vvg, cc av crd j n2 pp-f d n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1440 Page 452
8989 The word signifieth most properly that which is equall; And hence some give the sence thus, (which carrieth in it an eminent work of repentance) I have sinned, and perverted that which was right, The word signifies most properly that which is equal; And hence Some give the sense thus, (which Carrieth in it an eminent work of Repentance) I have sinned, and perverted that which was right, dt n1 vvz av-ds av-j cst r-crq vbz j-jn; cc av d vvb dt n1 av, (r-crq vvz p-acp pn31 dt j n1 pp-f n1) pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1441 Page 452
8990 and have not that which is equall; and have not that which is equal; cc vhb xx d r-crq vbz j-jn; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1441 Page 452
8991 That is, Though I am greatly afflicted, and my sorrows lye heavie upon me, yet they are not equall to my sinning, That is, Though I am greatly afflicted, and my sorrows lie heavy upon me, yet they Are not equal to my sinning, cst vbz, cs pns11 vbm av-j vvn, cc po11 n2 vvb j p-acp pno11, av pns32 vbr xx j-jn p-acp po11 vvg, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1441 Page 452
8992 or perverse dealings with the Lord. I have not received as I was worthy, or according to my ill deservings. The Septuagint speak thus; or perverse dealings with the Lord. I have not received as I was worthy, or according to my ill deservings. The septuagint speak thus; cc j n2-vvg p-acp dt n1. pns11 vhb xx vvn c-acp pns11 vbds j, cc vvg p-acp po11 j-jn n2-vvg. dt n1 vvb av; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1441 Page 452
8993 God hath not made a strict inquisition for my sin. My iniquity is not charged upon me to the utmost. God hath not made a strict inquisition for my since. My iniquity is not charged upon me to the utmost. np1 vhz xx vvn dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1. po11 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1441 Page 452
8994 I have sinned grievously, but God hath dealt graciously with me, and hath not measured out to the full of mine iniquity. I have sinned grievously, but God hath dealt graciously with me, and hath not measured out to the full of mine iniquity. pns11 vhb vvn av-j, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn av-j p-acp pno11, cc vhz xx vvn av p-acp dt j pp-f po11 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1441 Page 452
8995 'Tis an argument of true repentance to justifie God in afflicting us. This is a pious and a profitable rendring of the text. Whence observe. It's an argument of true Repentance to justify God in afflicting us. This is a pious and a profitable rendering of the text. Whence observe. pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvg pno12. d vbz dt j cc dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1. q-crq vvb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1441 Page 452
8996 First, The punishment of sin in this life is not equall to sin. First, The punishment of since in this life is not equal to since. ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1442 Page 452
8997 As all the sufferings of this life are not worthy to be compared with the glory of the next life ( Rom: 1.18.) so neither are they comparable with the sins of this life. As all the sufferings of this life Are not worthy to be compared with the glory of the next life (Rom: 1.18.) so neither Are they comparable with the Sins of this life. p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 (np1: crd.) av av-d vbr pns32 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1443 Page 452
8998 When a man is under very sore affliction, chastened with paine upon his bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong paine: When a man is under very soar affliction, chastened with pain upon his Bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong pain: c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp av j n1, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n1: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1443 Page 453
8999 So that his life abhorreth bread, and his soul dainty meat; yet he must confesse, his sufferings are less then his sin. So that his life abhorreth bred, and his soul dainty meat; yet he must confess, his sufferings Are less then his since. av cst po31 n1 vvz n1, cc po31 n1 j n1; av pns31 vmb vvi, po31 n2 vbr av-dc cs po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1443 Page 453
9000 The Church of the Jewes acknowledged this as to that great affliction, their captivity in Babylon (Ezra 9.13.) After all that is come upon us for our evill deeds, The Church of the Jews acknowledged this as to that great affliction, their captivity in Babylon (Ezra 9.13.) After all that is come upon us for our evil Deeds, dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vvd d a-acp p-acp cst j n1, po32 n1 p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) p-acp d cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 j-jn n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1443 Page 453
9001 and for our great trespasse, seeing that our God hath punished us lesse then our iniquities deserve, &c. It was no little punishment which that people endured, and for our great trespass, seeing that our God hath punished us less then our iniquities deserve, etc. It was no little punishment which that people endured, cc p-acp po12 j n1, vvg cst po12 np1 vhz vvn pno12 av-dc cs po12 n2 vvi, av pn31 vbds dx j n1 r-crq d n1 vvd, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1443 Page 453
9002 yet they confessed it was lesse then their iniquity. yet they confessed it was less then their iniquity. av pns32 vvd pn31 vbds av-dc cs po32 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1443 Page 453
9003 The least sin is so great, that no punishment which man is capable of in this life can equall it; The least since is so great, that no punishment which man is capable of in this life can equal it; dt ds n1 vbz av j, cst dx n1 r-crq n1 vbz j pp-f p-acp d n1 vmb vvi pn31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1443 Page 453
9004 nor can that in the life to come equall it as to present degree, but only by the everlastingness of its duration Secondly, Note. nor can that in the life to come equal it as to present degree, but only by the everlastingness of its duration Secondly, Note. ccx vmb d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp j n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 ord, n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1443 Page 453
9005 A soule truly humbled is ready to confess to the glory of God, that his punishment and suffering is less then his sin. A soul truly humbled is ready to confess to the glory of God, that his punishment and suffering is less then his since. dt n1 av-j vvn vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst po31 n1 cc n1 vbz av-dc cs po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1444 Page 453
9006 As a godly man doth not thinke any sin little, so he doth not thinke any affliction great compared with his sin. As a godly man does not think any since little, so he does not think any affliction great compared with his since. p-acp dt j n1 vdz xx vvi d n1 j, av pns31 vdz xx vvi d n1 j vvn p-acp po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1445 Page 453
9007 Cain sayd, My punishment is greater then I can beare; but he did not say, it was greater then his sin. Cain said, My punishment is greater then I can bear; but he did not say, it was greater then his since. np1 vvd, po11 n1 vbz jc cs pns11 vmb vvi; p-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi, pn31 vbds jc cs po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1445 Page 453
9008 How hot soever the furnace of divine wrath is heated, yet sinners must acknowledge there is sparing mercy in it; How hight soever the furnace of divine wrath is heated, yet Sinners must acknowledge there is sparing mercy in it; q-crq j av dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vbz vvn, av n2 vmb vvi a-acp vbz vvg n1 p-acp pn31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1445 Page 453
9009 and that God might have made it seven times hotter, and therefore hath afflicted them less then their sin. and that God might have made it seven times hotter, and Therefore hath afflicted them less then their since. cc cst np1 vmd vhi vvn pn31 crd n2 jc, cc av vhz vvn pno32 av-dc cs po32 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1445 Page 453
9010 As a godly man is ready to acknowledge his mercy more then he hath deserved ( Gen: 32.10.) I (sayd Jacob) am not worthy of the least of all the mercies, As a godly man is ready to acknowledge his mercy more then he hath deserved (Gen: 32.10.) I (said Jacob) am not worthy of the least of all the Mercies, p-acp dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av-dc cs pns31 vhz vvn (np1: crd.) pns11 (vvd np1) vbm xx j pp-f dt ds pp-f d dt n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1445 Page 453
9011 and all the truth which thou hast shewed unto thy servant, as if he had sayd; and all the truth which thou hast showed unto thy servant, as if he had said; cc d dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1445 Page 453
9012 I am less in my good actings then any of thy actings towards me for good have been) so he is ready to say, his greatest afflictions or evills which he suffereth are less then his sins, I am less in my good actings then any of thy actings towards me for good have been) so he is ready to say, his greatest afflictions or evils which he suffers Are less then his Sins, pns11 vbm av-dc p-acp po11 j n2 av d pp-f po21 n2 p-acp pno11 p-acp j vhb vbn) av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, po31 js n2 cc n2-jn r-crq pns31 vvz vbr dc cs po31 n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1445 Page 453
9013 or then the evills which he hath done. Secondly, The word signifieth to profit, so we translate; And it profiteth me not. or then the evils which he hath done. Secondly, The word signifies to profit, so we translate; And it profiteth me not. cc av dt n2-jn r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. ord, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, av pns12 vvb; cc pn31 vvz pno11 xx. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1445 Page 453
9014 Other Scriptures comply with this sence ( Hester 3.8.) Haman in his malicious and envious suggestions against the Jews, tells the King, It is not for the Kings profit to suffer them to continue. Other Scriptures comply with this sense (Esther 3.8.) Haman in his malicious and envious suggestions against the jews, tells the King, It is not for the Kings profit to suffer them to continue. j-jn n2 vvi p-acp d n1 (np1 crd.) np1 p-acp po31 j cc j n2 p-acp dt np2, vvz dt n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1446 Page 453
9015 He useth the same word againe ( Hest: 5.13.) where after he had reported all the great things that he enjoyed, he concludes; He uses the same word again (Hest: 5.13.) where After he had reported all the great things that he enjoyed, he concludes; pns31 vvz dt d n1 av (n1: crd.) q-crq c-acp pns31 vhd vvn d dt j n2 cst pns31 vvd, pns31 vvz; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1446 Page 453
9016 What doth all this profit me? or all this availeth me nothing, so long as I see Mordecai the Jew sitting at the Kings gate? Thus here, saith the sick man, I have sinned, And it profited me not, What does all this profit me? or all this availeth me nothing, so long as I see Mordecai the Jew sitting At the Kings gate? Thus Here, Says the sick man, I have sinned, And it profited me not, r-crq vdz d d n1 pno11? cc d d vvz pno11 pix, av av-j c-acp pns11 vvb np1 dt np1 vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1? av av, vvz dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn, cc pn31 vvd pno11 xx, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1446 Page 454
9017 or I have got nothing by it: or I have god nothing by it: cc pns11 vhb vvn pix p-acp pn31: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1446 Page 454
9018 And when he saith, it profited me not; we are to expound it by a usuall figure in Scripture, whereby more is intended then is expressed, And when he Says, it profited me not; we Are to expound it by a usual figure in Scripture, whereby more is intended then is expressed, cc c-crq pns31 vvz, pn31 vvd pno11 xx; pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, c-crq n1 vbz vvn av vbz vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1446 Page 454
9019 so that, it profiteth me not, is, it had been very detrimentall, dangerous, and deadly to me. so that, it profiteth me not, is, it had been very detrimental, dangerous, and deadly to me. av cst, pn31 vvz pno11 xx, vbz, pn31 vhd vbn av j, j, cc j p-acp pno11. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1446 Page 454
9020 I feel and smart under the sad issues of my sin, my perverting that which was right hath done me (though I have had but my right) much wrong. I feel and smart under the sad issues of my since, my perverting that which was right hath done me (though I have had but my right) much wrong. pns11 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po11 n1, po11 vvg d r-crq vbds av-jn vhz vdn pno11 (cs pns11 vhb vhn p-acp po11 n-jn) d j-jn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1446 Page 454
9021 I have sinned, and it profited me not. Hence note. First, Sin pretends profit and advantage to a sinner. I have sinned, and it profited me not. Hence note. First, since pretends profit and advantage to a sinner. pns11 vhb vvn, cc pn31 vvd pno11 xx. av vvi. ord, n1 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1446 Page 454
9022 There is no temptation comes without a bait. Though some sin purely for sins sake; There is no temptation comes without a bait. Though Some since purely for Sins sake; pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. cs d n1 av-j c-acp n2 n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9041 First, though they that are in Christ cannot be such sinfull soules, as to sin away their soules, First, though they that Are in christ cannot be such sinful Souls, as to sin away their Souls, ord, cs pns32 cst vbr p-acp np1 vmbx vbi d j n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi av po32 n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9023 yet it is rare that sin cometh without the offer of a bribe, and profit is one of the greatest both baits and bribes that the Devill puts upon the hook of temptation, when he fisheth for soules. yet it is rare that since comes without the offer of a bribe, and profit is one of the greatest both baits and Bribes that the devil puts upon the hook of temptation, when he fisheth for Souls. av pn31 vbz j cst n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 vbz pi pp-f dt js d n2 cc n2 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9024 You shall get by it, saith that deceiver. You shall get by it, Says that deceiver. pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, vvz d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9025 But the repenting soule, can truly say, it profited me not; I had thought to have gotten by my sin, it promised me very faire, But the repenting soul, can truly say, it profited me not; I had Thought to have got by my since, it promised me very fair, p-acp dt vvg n1, vmb av-j vvi, pn31 vvd pno11 xx; pns11 vhd vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp po11 n1, pn31 vvd pno11 av j, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9026 but I have got nothing but blows. but I have god nothing but blows. cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pix cc-acp n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9027 The temptation with which the Devill assaulted our first parents was of this kinde, He told the woman of profit, she and her husband should gaine knowledge by it, (that's a noble gaine) They should be as Gods knowing good and evill, there's all profit imaginable in such a knowledge. The temptation with which the devil assaulted our First Parents was of this kind, He told the woman of profit, she and her husband should gain knowledge by it, (that's a noble gain) They should be as God's knowing good and evil, there's all profit imaginable in such a knowledge. dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvn po12 ord n2 vbds pp-f d n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 cc po31 n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pn31, (d|vbz dt j n1) pns32 vmd vbi c-acp n2 vvg j cc j-jn, pc-acp|vbz d n1 j p-acp d dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9028 Christ himselfe who was God and perfectly knew good and evill, was also tempted with profit ( Math: 4.8, 9.) The devill shewed him all the kingdomes of the world (and those not with bare walls, christ himself who was God and perfectly knew good and evil, was also tempted with profit (Math: 4.8, 9.) The Devil showed him all the kingdoms of the world (and those not with bore walls, np1 px31 r-crq vbds np1 cc av-j vvd j cc j-jn, vbds av vvn p-acp n1 (np1: crd, crd) dt n1 vvd pno31 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (cc d xx p-acp j n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9029 but ready hung and furnished) and the glory of them, and sayd unto him, all these things will I give thee, but ready hung and furnished) and the glory of them, and said unto him, all these things will I give thee, cc-acp av-j vvn cc vvn) cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc vvd p-acp pno31, d d n2 vmb pns11 vvi pno21, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9030 if thou wilt fall downe and worship me. if thou wilt fallen down and worship me. cs pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp cc vvb pno11. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9031 If our head and the heire of all things was tempted with profit, how much more poor we! If our head and the heir of all things was tempted with profit, how much more poor we! cs po12 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbds vvn p-acp n1, c-crq av-d av-dc j pns12! (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9032 No marvaile if Satan provide him Agents to say to us as they are represented ( Pro: 1.13.) Come, cast in your lot among us, we will all have one purse, or a joynt stock in this wicked trade; No marvel if Satan provide him Agents to say to us as they Are represented (Pro: 1.13.) Come, cast in your lot among us, we will all have one purse, or a joint stock in this wicked trade; dx n1 cs np1 vvb pno31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn (np1: crd.) vvb, vvn p-acp po22 n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb d vhi pi n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp d j n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9033 What they hoped to get by it, is told us in the next words; We shall find all precious substance, and fill our houses with spoyle. What they hoped to get by it, is told us in the next words; We shall find all precious substance, and fill our houses with spoil. r-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vbz vvn pno12 p-acp dt ord n2; pns12 vmb vvi d j n1, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9034 We shall get enough, and you shall share with us if you will but come and goe with us. We see what sin promiseth; We shall get enough, and you shall share with us if you will but come and go with us. We see what since promises; pns12 vmb vvi av-d, cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 cs pn22 vmb cc-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp pno12. pns12 vvb r-crq n1 vvz; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 454
9035 But what doth the sinner find? himselfe answers, It profited me not. Hence learne. There is nothing gotten by sin, no good is gotten by it. But what does the sinner find? himself answers, It profited me not. Hence Learn. There is nothing got by since, no good is got by it. cc-acp q-crq vdz dt n1 vvi? px31 vvz, pn31 vvd pno11 xx. av vvi. pc-acp vbz pix vvn p-acp n1, dx j vbz vvn p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1448 Page 455
9036 The Apostle puts the question to sinners ( Rom: 6.21.) What fruit had ye then, in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? Cast up your account, The Apostle puts the question to Sinners (Rom: 6.21.) What fruit had you then, in those things whereof you Are now ashamed? Cast up your account, dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n2 (np1: crd.) q-crq n1 vhd pn22 av, p-acp d n2 c-crq pn22 vbr av j? vvd a-acp po22 n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9037 and tell us what you find at the foot of it. and tell us what you find At the foot of it. cc vvb pno12 r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9038 Possibly some may say, we have gotten hundreds and thousands, we have gotten houses and lands, our barnes are full of corne, our fields of cattel, Possibly Some may say, we have got hundreds and thousands, we have got houses and Lands, our Barns Are full of corn, our fields of cattle, av-j d vmb vvi, pns12 vhb vvn crd cc crd, pns12 vhb vvn n2 cc n2, po12 n2 vbr j pp-f n1, po12 n2 pp-f n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9039 and our bags are full of treasure. and our bags Are full of treasure. cc po12 n2 vbr j pp-f n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9040 But is it profit to have house and land, gold and silver come in by sin? Let that Scripture answer ( Math: 16.26.) What is a man profited if he shall gaine the whole world and loose his own soule? But some may say, they that are in Christ cannot loose their soules by sin. I answer; But is it profit to have house and land, gold and silver come in by since? Let that Scripture answer (Math: 16.26.) What is a man profited if he shall gain the Whole world and lose his own soul? But Some may say, they that Are in christ cannot lose their Souls by since. I answer; cc-acp vbz pn31 n1 pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp p-acp n1? vvb d n1 n1 (np1: crd.) q-crq vbz dt n1 vvn cs pns31 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 cc vvi po31 d n1? p-acp d vmb vvi, pns32 cst vbr p-acp np1 vmbx vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1. pns11 vvb; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9042 though they cannot sin at such a rate, nor in such a height as to loose their soules who have indeed found Christ, though they cannot sin At such a rate, nor in such a height as to lose their Souls who have indeed found christ, cs pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp d dt n1, ccx p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2 r-crq vhb av vvn np1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9043 or rather who are found of him, and planted in him; or rather who Are found of him, and planted in him; cc av-c r-crq vbr vvn pp-f pno31, cc vvn p-acp pno31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9044 yet the dammage which every sin unrepented of and unpardoned puts man to is the losse of his soule. yet the damage which every since unrepented of and unpardoned puts man to is the loss of his soul. av dt n1 r-crq d n1 n1 pp-f cc j vvz n1 pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9045 Secondly, suppose a sinner repenteth, what hath he got by sin, but the sorrows of repentance. Secondly, suppose a sinner Repenteth, what hath he god by since, but the sorrows of Repentance. ord, vvb dt n1 vvz, r-crq vhz pns31 vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9046 And though no man shall have cause to repent of true repentance for sin, yet no man shall have cause to boast of the penny-worth he hath had by sin which hath occasion'd the sorrows of that repentance. One houres communion with God in wayes of holiness is better then all the profits and pleasures which any man hath got while he was committing that sin, And though no man shall have cause to Repent of true Repentance for since, yet no man shall have cause to boast of the pennyworth he hath had by since which hath occasioned the sorrows of that Repentance. One hours communion with God in ways of holiness is better then all the profits and pleasures which any man hath god while he was committing that since, cc cs dx n1 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f j n1 p-acp n1, av dx n1 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pns31 vhz vhn p-acp n1 r-crq vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f d n1. crd ng2 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vbz jc cs d dt n2 cc n2 r-crq d n1 vhz vvn cs pns31 vbds vvg d n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9047 or running any course of sin, whereof he now repenteth. At the best sin dishonours God, troubles our consciences, and breakes our peace; or running any course of since, whereof he now Repenteth. At the best since dishonours God, Troubles our Consciences, and breaks our peace; cc vvg d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 av vvz. p-acp dt js n1 vvz np1, vvz po12 n2, cc vvz po12 n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9048 at the best nothing is got by sin which is worth the having, at worst the soule is lost by it, which of all things we have is most worth the having. Thirdly, Note. At the best nothing is god by since which is worth the having, At worst the soul is lost by it, which of all things we have is most worth the having. Thirdly, Note. p-acp dt js pi2 vbz vvn p-acp n1 r-crq vbz j dt vhg, p-acp js dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq pp-f d n2 pns12 vhb vbz av-ds j dt vhg. ord, n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1450 Page 455
9049 Sin is exceeding dangerous and destructive to man. since is exceeding dangerous and destructive to man. n1 vbz av-vvg j cc j p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1451 Page 455
9050 Some would sin for the pleasures and carnal contentments which are found in sin, though they knew they should make no earnings, some would sin for the pleasures and carnal contentment's which Are found in since, though they knew they should make no earnings, d vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 cc j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1, cs pns32 vvd pns32 vmd vvi dx ng1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1452 Page 455
9051 or get no profit by it, yea though they knew they should be and dye beggers by it. or get no profit by it, yea though they knew they should be and die beggars by it. cc vvb dx n1 p-acp pn31, uh cs pns32 vvd pns32 vmd vbi cc vvi n2 p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1452 Page 455
9052 Once more, if this were all, that they should loose heaven by it, or if the meaning of loosing their soules were only this, that their soules should be no more, they would easily venture it. Once more, if this were all, that they should lose heaven by it, or if the meaning of losing their Souls were only this, that their Souls should be no more, they would Easily venture it. a-acp av-dc, cs d vbdr d, cst pns32 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pn31, cc cs dt n1 pp-f vvg po32 n2 vbdr av-j d, cst po32 n2 vmd vbi dx av-dc, pns32 vmd av-j vvi pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1452 Page 456
9053 But there is an affirmative in the negative, and when, 'tis sayd, sin profiteth not, the meaning is, it brings trouble and renders us miserable for ever; But there is an affirmative in the negative, and when, it's said, since profiteth not, the meaning is, it brings trouble and renders us miserable for ever; p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j p-acp dt j-jn, cc c-crq, pn31|vbz vvn, n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vbz, pn31 vvz n1 cc vvz pno12 j p-acp av; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1452 Page 456
9054 Fooles (that is, all sinfull men, saith the Spirit of God, Psal: 107.17.) because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities are afflicted; Fools (that is, all sinful men, Says the Spirit of God, Psalm: 107.17.) Because of their Transgression, and Because of their iniquities Are afflicted; n2 (cst vbz, d j n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1: crd.) c-acp pp-f po32 n1, cc c-acp pp-f po32 n2 vbr vvn; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1452 Page 456
9055 and all such among these fooles, as dye in their sin are damned; and who is able to summe up the dammage of damnation? Fourthly, Learne. and all such among these Fools, as die in their since Are damned; and who is able to sum up the damage of damnation? Fourthly, Learn. cc d d p-acp d n2, c-acp vvb p-acp po32 n1 vbr vvn; cc r-crq vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? ord, vvb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1452 Page 456
9056 Sinners shall be forced at last to confesse that there is no profit in sin. True penitents confesse it willingly now; Sinners shall be forced At last to confess that there is no profit in since. True penitents confess it willingly now; n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp ord pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1. j n2-jn vvb pn31 av-j av; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1453 Page 456
9057 and impenitents shall confesse it at last, whether they will or no; and impenitents shall confess it At last, whither they will or no; cc n2-jn vmb vvi pn31 p-acp ord, cs pns32 vmb cc uh-dx; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9058 they shall have such a conviction of the evill of sin by their sufferings, as will make them say, what hath pride profited me? and what hath envy profited me? what hath malice and wrath profited me? And what hath the fraudulent deceiving of my neighbour profited me? this will be the cry of sinners to all eternity. they shall have such a conviction of the evil of since by their sufferings, as will make them say, what hath pride profited me? and what hath envy profited me? what hath malice and wrath profited me? And what hath the fraudulent deceiving of my neighbour profited me? this will be the cry of Sinners to all eternity. pns32 vmb vhi d dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp vmb vvi pno32 vvi, r-crq vhz n1 vvn pno11? cc q-crq vhz n1 vvn pno11? q-crq vhz n1 cc n1 vvd pno11? cc q-crq vhz dt j j-vvg pp-f po11 n1 vvd pno11? d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9059 Oh what hath sin profited us? That which is the willing confession of a gracious repentant here, will be the forced confession of damned impenitents for ever hereafter. O what hath since profited us? That which is the willing Confessi of a gracious repentant Here, will be the forced Confessi of damned impenitents for ever hereafter. uh q-crq vhz n1 vvn pno12? d r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j j av, vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f j-vvn n2-jn p-acp av av. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9060 This will be a bitter repentance. This will be a bitter Repentance. d vmb vbi dt j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9061 Hell is and will be full of the words of repentance, but no fruit of repentance shall be found there. Hell is and will be full of the words of Repentance, but no fruit of Repentance shall be found there. n1 vbz cc vmb vbi j pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9062 The damned shall not find either amendment in themselves, or mercy from God. The damned shall not find either amendment in themselves, or mercy from God. dt j-vvn vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp px32, cc n1 p-acp np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9063 This will be the confession of all sinners at last (as of those that repent and are saved, This will be the Confessi of all Sinners At last (as of those that Repent and Are saved, d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp ord (c-acp pp-f d cst vvb cc vbr vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9064 so of those who repent when damned) we have sinned and perverted that which was right, so of those who Repent when damned) we have sinned and perverted that which was right, av pp-f d r-crq vvb c-crq j-vvn) pns12 vhb vvn cc vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9065 and it hath not profited us. and it hath not profited us. cc pn31 vhz xx vvn pno12. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9066 And when once man hath made this hearty confession to God of his sin and folly, And when once man hath made this hearty Confessi to God of his since and folly, cc c-crq a-acp n1 vhz vvn d j n1 p-acp np1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9067 then God maketh him a gracious promise of deliverance and mercy, as appeares in the tenour of the next verse. then God makes him a gracious promise of deliverance and mercy, as appears in the tenor of the next verse. cs np1 vvz pno31 dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9068 Vers. 28. He will deliver his soule from going into the pit, and his life shall see the light. Vers. 28. He will deliver his soul from going into the pit, and his life shall see the Light. np1 crd pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1454 Page 456
9069 There is a two-fold reading of this 28th verse, as was shewed in opening the former. There is a twofold reading of this 28th verse, as was showed in opening the former. pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg pp-f d ord n1, c-acp vbds vvn p-acp vvg dt j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 456
9070 For whereas that 27th verse is understood by some as the humble confession of the sick man recovered, For whereas that 27th verse is understood by Some as the humble Confessi of the sick man recovered, p-acp cs cst ord n1 vbz vvn p-acp d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 456
9071 and so read in this forme; He looketh upon men and saith, I have sinned and perverted that which was right, and it profited me not; and so read in this Form; He looks upon men and Says, I have sinned and perverted that which was right, and it profited me not; cc av vvn p-acp d n1; pns31 vvz p-acp n2 cc vvz, pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn, cc pn31 vvd pno11 xx; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 456
9072 then, this 28th verse is rendred to make up that sence, as a thankfull acknowledgement of his recovery, He hath delivered my soule from going into the pit, then, this 28th verse is rendered to make up that sense, as a thankful acknowledgement of his recovery, He hath Delivered my soul from going into the pit, av, d ord n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vhz vvn po11 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9073 and my life seeth the light. and my life sees the Light. cc po11 n1 vvz dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9074 Thus, as we had his confession of repentance in the verse fore-going, I have sinned, &c. so here we have his confession of praise and thankfulness; Thus, as we had his Confessi of Repentance in the verse foregoing, I have sinned, etc. so Here we have his Confessi of praise and thankfulness; av, c-acp pns12 vhd po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 j, pns11 vhb vvn, av av av pns12 vhb po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9075 He hath delivered my soule from going into the pit. Mr Broughton translates to this sence; He hath Delivered my soul from going into the pit. Mr Broughton translates to this sense; pns31 vhz vvn po11 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. n1 np1 vvz p-acp d n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9076 He saved my soule from going into the pit, that my life doth see the light. He saved my soul from going into the pit, that my life does see the Light. pns31 vvd po11 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cst po11 n1 vdz vvi dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9077 Thus the sick man being restored breakes out into thanksgiving; The Lord in mercy hath freed me from death, hell, and the grave; Thus the sick man being restored breaks out into thanksgiving; The Lord in mercy hath freed me from death, hell, and the grave; av dt j n1 vbg vvn vvz av p-acp n1; dt n1 p-acp n1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp n1, n1, cc dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9078 I need not feare Satans accusations; I need not Fear Satan accusations; pns11 vvb xx n1 npg1 n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9079 my body enjoyes the light of the world, and my soule the light of Gods countenance shining upon me, which is better then life. my body enjoys the Light of the world, and my soul the Light of God's countenance shining upon me, which is better then life. po11 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po11 n1 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvg p-acp pno11, r-crq vbz jc cs n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9080 But because our owne reading is cleare in the originall text, and holds out the scope of the context fully enough, But Because our own reading is clear in the original text, and holds out the scope of the context Fully enough, cc-acp p-acp po12 d n-vvg vbz j p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j av-d, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9081 therefore I shall prosecute that only. He will deliver his soule from going into the pit. Therefore I shall prosecute that only. He will deliver his soul from going into the pit. av pns11 vmb vvi cst av-j. pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1455 Page 457
9380 The Lord doth not willingly grieve, nor afflict the children of men. The Lord does not willingly grieve, nor afflict the children of men. dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi, ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 471
9083 He (that is, God) looketh upon men, and if he heare any saying, I have sinned and perverted that which is right, He (that is, God) looks upon men, and if he hear any saying, I have sinned and perverted that which is right, pns31 (cst vbz, np1) vvz p-acp n2, cc cs pns31 vvb d n-vvg, pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn d r-crq vbz j-jn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9084 and it profiteth me not, if he make such an humble and gracious confession, this will be the issue; and it profiteth me not, if he make such an humble and gracious Confessi, this will be the issue; cc pn31 vvz pno11 xx, cs pns31 vvb d dt j cc j n1, d vmb vbi dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9085 the Lord will deliver his soule from going into the pit. At the 18th verse, we had words of the same import; the Lord will deliver his soul from going into the pit. At the 18th verse, we had words of the same import; dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt ord n1, pns12 vhd n2 pp-f dt d n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9086 He keepeth back his soule from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword. He Keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword. pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9087 And againe, at the 24th verse, Deliver him from going downe to the pit. And again, At the 24th verse, Deliver him from going down to the pit. cc av, p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9088 To be delivered from the pit (as was there shewed) is to be delivered from death. To be Delivered from the pit (as was there showed) is to be Delivered from death. pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 (c-acp vbds pc-acp vvn) vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9089 And the word soule (as was then likewise expounded) is put for the person; As if it were sayd; And the word soul (as was then likewise expounded) is put for the person; As if it were said; cc dt n1 n1 (c-acp vbds av av vvn) vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; c-acp cs pn31 vbdr vvn; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9090 He will deliver him, the penitent man from death; He will deliver him, the penitent man from death; pns31 vmb vvi pno31, dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9091 and that both from temporall death, the death of the body, and from eternall death, the destruction of body and soule; and that both from temporal death, the death of the body, and from Eternal death, the destruction of body and soul; cc cst d p-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9092 or he will deliver him first from the pit of the grave; and secondly, from the pit of hell. or he will deliver him First from the pit of the grave; and secondly, from the pit of hell. cc pns31 vmb vvi pno31 ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9093 He will deliver his soule from the pit. And his life shall see the light. That is, he shall live to see the light; He will deliver his soul from the pit. And his life shall see the Light. That is, he shall live to see the Light; pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. cc po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1456 Page 457
9094 To see the light, is a circumlocution of life; To see the Light, is a circumlocution of life; pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1457 Page 457
9095 As if it had been sayd, He shall recover out of his deadly sickness, and behold the light of the Sun, as living men doe. As if it had been said, He shall recover out of his deadly sickness, and behold the Light of the Sun, as living men do. c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn, pns31 vmb vvi av pp-f po31 j n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp vvg n2 vdb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1457 Page 457
9096 Thus David prayed ( Psal: 56.13.) That he might walke before God in the light of the living. Thus David prayed (Psalm: 56.13.) That he might walk before God in the Light of the living. av np1 vvd (np1: crd.) cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1457 Page 458
9097 And thus the wicked man is threatned with eternall death ( Psal: 49.19.) He shall goe to the generation of his fathers, they shall never see light; And thus the wicked man is threatened with Eternal death (Psalm: 49.19.) He shall go to the generation of his Father's, they shall never see Light; cc av dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns32 vmb av-x vvi n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1457 Page 458
9098 That is, they shall never enjoy life, but be shut up in a perpetuall night of death, That is, they shall never enjoy life, but be shut up in a perpetual night of death, cst vbz, pns32 vmb av-x vvi n1, cc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1457 Page 458
9099 or in the night of perpetuall death. or in the night of perpetual death. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1457 Page 458
9100 Secondly, When 'tis sayd, his life shall see the light, we may understand it, not only for a bare returne to life, Secondly, When it's said, his life shall see the Light, we may understand it, not only for a bore return to life, ord, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31, xx av-j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9101 or that he shall live, but that he shall live comfortably and prosperously, he shall lead a happy life. or that he shall live, but that he shall live comfortably and prosperously, he shall led a happy life. cc cst pns31 vmb vvi, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi av-j cc av-j, pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9102 To see the light, is to live and rejoyce; light is pleasant, it is comfortable to behold the Sun, as Solomon speakes. To see the Light, is to live and rejoice; Light is pleasant, it is comfortable to behold the Sun, as Solomon speaks. pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi; n1 vbz j, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp np1 vvz. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9103 To see light, comprehends all the comforts of this life, and of that to come, which is called, the inheritance of the Saints in light, (Col: To see Light, comprehends all the comforts of this life, and of that to come, which is called, the inheritance of the Saints in Light, (Col: p-acp vvi n1, vvz d dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f d pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1, (np1: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9104 1.12.) For as darkness is put not only for death, but for all the troubles of this life, 1.12.) For as darkness is put not only for death, but for all the Troubles of this life, crd.) p-acp p-acp n1 vbz vvn xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9105 and the torments of the next; and the torments of the next; cc dt n2 pp-f dt ord; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9107 All the blessings of this temporall life, and the perfect blessedness of eternall life, are comprehended in light. All the blessings of this temporal life, and the perfect blessedness of Eternal life, Are comprehended in Light. av-d dt n2 pp-f d j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f j n1, vbr vvn p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9108 So that when 'tis sayd, his life shall see the light, the sence riseth thus high; He shall be happy forever; So that when it's said, his life shall see the Light, the sense Riseth thus high; He shall be happy forever; av cst c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1, dt n1 vvz av j; pns31 vmb vbi j av; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9109 so extensive is the favour of God to repenting persons, that time is too narrow for it; so extensive is the favour of God to repenting Persons, that time is too narrow for it; av j vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n2, cst n1 vbz av j c-acp pn31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9110 everlasting light shall be their portion. everlasting Light shall be their portion. j n1 vmb vbi po32 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9111 From the former branch of the words thus opened, He will deliver him from the pit. Observe. From the former branch of the words thus opened, He will deliver him from the pit. Observe. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 av vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1. vvb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1458 Page 458
9112 All our deliverances are of God. As there is none can deliver like God, so none can deliver but God. All our Deliverances Are of God. As there is none can deliver like God, so none can deliver but God. av-d po12 n2 vbr pp-f np1. p-acp pc-acp vbz pix vmb vvi av-j np1, av pix vmb vvi p-acp np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1459 Page 458
9113 If he gives out the word that such a man shall goe to the pit, it is not in the power and skill of all the Princes and Physitians in the world, to save or stay him from it. If he gives out the word that such a man shall go to the pit, it is not in the power and skill of all the Princes and Physicians in the world, to save or stay him from it. cs pns31 vvz av dt n1 cst d dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1460 Page 458
9114 And how low and desperate soever any mans condition is, if God say the word, he is deliver'd and reprieved from going downe into the pit. And how low and desperate soever any men condition is, if God say the word, he is Delivered and reprieved from going down into the pit. cc c-crq j cc j av d ng1 n1 vbz, cs np1 vvb dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1460 Page 458
9115 Secondly, From the connexion with the former verse, the sick man having made this confession, I have sinned and perverted that which is right, Secondly, From the connexion with the former verse, the sick man having made this Confessi, I have sinned and perverted that which is right, ord, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1 vhg vvn d n1, pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn d r-crq vbz j-jn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1461 Page 458
9116 and it profiteth me not, the Lord presently delivers him, &c. Observe. God is ready to deliver, humble praying and believing sinners. and it profiteth me not, the Lord presently delivers him, etc. Observe. God is ready to deliver, humble praying and believing Sinners. cc pn31 vvz pno11 xx, dt n1 av-j vvz pno31, av vvb. np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, j vvg cc vvg n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1461 Page 458
9117 That command hath a promise joyned to it ( Psal: 50.15.) Call upon me in the day of trouble, and I will deliver. That command hath a promise joined to it (Psalm: 50.15.) Call upon me in the day of trouble, and I will deliver. cst n1 vhz dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31 (np1: crd.) vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1463 Page 459
9118 The 107th Psalme speakes this quite through, where we find many sorts of perishing persons, crying unto God, The 107th Psalm speaks this quite through, where we find many sorts of perishing Persons, crying unto God, dt ord n1 vvz d av p-acp, c-crq pns12 vvb d n2 pp-f j-vvg n2, vvg p-acp np1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1463 Page 459
9119 and God delivering them from perishing when they cryed. and God delivering them from perishing when they cried. cc np1 vvg pno32 p-acp vvg c-crq pns32 vvd. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1463 Page 459
9120 As when sin cryeth God will afflict, so when sinners cry, God will relieve them in or bring them out of their affliction. As when since Cries God will afflict, so when Sinners cry, God will relieve them in or bring them out of their affliction. p-acp q-crq n1 vvz np1 vmb vvi, av c-crq n2 vvb, np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp cc vvi pno32 av pp-f po32 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1463 Page 459
9121 From the latter branch, His life shall see the light. Note. Naturall life, and light are a great blessing. From the latter branch, His life shall see the Light. Note. Natural life, and Light Are a great blessing. p-acp dt d n1, po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. n1. j n1, cc n1 vbr dt j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1464 Page 459
9122 God promiseth much when he promiseth life and light; God promises much when he promises life and Light; np1 vvz d c-crq pns31 vvz n1 cc n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1466 Page 459
9123 The light of this life is no small mercy, how much greater is the light of spirituall life? But who can conceive how great a mercy the light of eternall life is! The Light of this life is no small mercy, how much greater is the Light of spiritual life? But who can conceive how great a mercy the Light of Eternal life is! dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dx j n1, c-crq d jc vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1? p-acp q-crq vmb vvi c-crq j dt n1 dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz! (19) chapter (DIV2) 1466 Page 459
9124 yet all this God speakes to the humble and believing sinner, when he saith, His life shall see the light. yet all this God speaks to the humble and believing sinner, when he Says, His life shall see the Light. av d d np1 vvz p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1466 Page 459
9125 Secondly, Comparing the two parts of this text together, He will deliver him from going downe to the pit, Secondly, Comparing the two parts of this text together, He will deliver him from going down to the pit, ord, vvg dt crd n2 pp-f d n1 av, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1467 Page 459
9126 and his life shall see the light. Observe. The mercy of God to humble sinners, is a compleate mercy. and his life shall see the Light. Observe. The mercy of God to humble Sinners, is a complete mercy. cc po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. vvb. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2, vbz dt j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1467 Page 459
9127 Here is not only deliverance from evill, but the bestowing of good; Here is not only deliverance from evil, but the bestowing of good; av vbz xx av-j n1 p-acp j-jn, cc-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1469 Page 459
9426 or should say further. ( v. 31.) Mark well, O Job, hearken unto me, &c. or should say further. (v. 31.) Mark well, Oh Job, harken unto me, etc. cc vmd vvi av-jc. (n1 crd) vvb av, uh np1, vvb p-acp pno11, av (20) chapter (DIV2) 1528 Page 474
9128 it is much to be kept from going downe into the pit, but it is more to see light, the light of comfort here, it is much to be kept from going down into the pit, but it is more to see Light, the Light of Comfort Here, pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz av-dc pc-acp vvi n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 av, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1469 Page 459
9129 and the light of glory hereafter. and the Light of glory hereafter. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 av. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1469 Page 459
9130 The mercy of God to his people is great in temporalls, greater in spiritualls, greatest in eternalls. The mercy of God to his people is great in temporals, greater in spirituals, greatest in eternals. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz j p-acp n2, jc p-acp n2, js p-acp n2-j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1469 Page 459
9131 The benefit of redemption (to shew the fullness of it) is set forth two wayes; The benefit of redemption (to show the fullness of it) is Set forth two ways; dt n1 pp-f n1 (pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31) vbz vvn av crd n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1469 Page 459
9132 First, by our freedome from evill; First, by our freedom from evil; ord, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp j-jn; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1469 Page 459
9133 Secondly, by our enjoyment of good. ( John 3.16.) God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him, should not perish, but have everlasting life. Secondly, by our enjoyment of good. (John 3.16.) God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish, but have everlasting life. ord, p-acp po12 n1 pp-f j. (np1 crd.) np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, vmd xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1469 Page 459
9134 He shall not perish (that is, he shall be delivered from going downe to the pit) he shall have everlasting life; He shall not perish (that is, he shall be Delivered from going down to the pit) he shall have everlasting life; pns31 vmb xx vvi (cst vbz, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1) pns31 vmb vhi j n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1469 Page 459
9135 that is (as the text speakes) his life shall see the light. that is (as the text speaks) his life shall see the Light. cst vbz (c-acp dt n1 vvz) po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1469 Page 459
9136 Elihu having at large drawne a description or narration of the whole proceeding of God with sinfull man in all the parts and particulars of it, gives a briefe of all that he sayd, in the two next verses. Elihu having At large drawn a description or narration of the Whole proceeding of God with sinful man in all the parts and particulars of it, gives a brief of all that he said, in the two next Verses. np1 vhg p-acp j vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp j n1 p-acp d dt n2 cc n2-j pp-f pn31, vvz dt n1 pp-f d cst pns31 vvd, p-acp dt crd ord n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1470 Page 459
9137 Vers. 29. Lo all these things worketh God oftentimes with man; Vers. 29. Lo all these things works God oftentimes with man; np1 crd np1 d d n2 vvz np1 av p-acp n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1471 Page 460
9138 Vers. 30. To bring back his soule from the pit, to be enlightned with the light of the living. Vers. 30. To bring back his soul from the pit, to be enlightened with the Light of the living. np1 crd pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1472 Page 460
9139 As the Apostle after he had discoursed at large, about the dignity of Christs Priest-hood, gathers up all together ( Heb: 8.1.) Now of the things which we have spoken, this is the sum: As the Apostle After he had discoursed At large, about the dignity of Christ Priesthood, gathers up all together (Hebrew: 8.1.) Now of the things which we have spoken, this is the sum: p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvz a-acp d av (n1: crd.) av pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, d vbz dt n1: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1473 Page 460
9140 we have such an high Priest, who is set on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens: we have such an high Priest, who is Set on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens: pns12 vhb d dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1473 Page 460
9141 So Elihu having spoken much of the severall wayes, by which God revealeth himselfe to man, So Elihu having spoken much of the several ways, by which God Revealeth himself to man, av np1 vhg vvn d pp-f dt j n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1473 Page 460
9142 and works him to a sight of his sin, and penitentiall sorrow for it, recollects and summes up all in these words. and works him to a sighed of his since, and penitential sorrow for it, recollects and sums up all in these words. cc vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc j n1 p-acp pn31, n2 cc n2 p-acp d p-acp d n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1473 Page 460
9143 Lo all these things worketh God oftentimes with man, &c. In these two verses, we may take notice, chiefly of two things. Lo all these things works God oftentimes with man, etc. In these two Verses, we may take notice, chiefly of two things. np1 d d n2 vvz np1 av p-acp n1, av p-acp d crd n2, pns12 vmb vvi n1, av-jn a-acp crd n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1473 Page 460
9144 First, The frequency of Gods dealing thus with man ( v. 29th Lo all these things worketh God oftentimes. First, The frequency of God's dealing thus with man (v. 29th Lo all these things works God oftentimes. ord, dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg av p-acp n1 (n1 ord np1 d d n2 vvz np1 av. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1475 Page 460
9145 Secondly, The designe and purpose of God in doing so; Secondly, The Design and purpose of God in doing so; ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vdg av; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1476 Page 460
9146 That he may bring back his soule from the pit, and be enlightned with the light of the living. That he may bring back his soul from the pit, and be enlightened with the Light of the living. cst pns31 vmb vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1476 Page 460
9147 Lo, all this worketh God oftentimes with man. Here's the application of the former Doctrine; Elihu presseth his hearers with it, and bids them lay it to heart; Lo, all this works God oftentimes with man. Here's the application of the former Doctrine; Elihu Presseth his hearers with it, and bids them lay it to heart; uh, d d vvz np1 av p-acp n1. av|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pn31, cc vvz pno32 vvi pn31 p-acp n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1476 Page 460
9148 As if he had sayd, I have not been speaking of things in the clouds, but of what is really and dayly acted among the children of men. As if he had said, I have not been speaking of things in the Clouds, but of what is really and daily acted among the children of men. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vhb xx vbn vvg pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2, cc-acp pp-f r-crq vbz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1477 Page 460
9149 Lo (or behold) all these things. There are foure speciall significations in Scripture of this word, Lo, or behold, and they may all foure meete in this place. Lo (or behold) all these things. There Are foure special significations in Scripture of this word, Lo, or behold, and they may all foure meet in this place. np1 (cc vvi) d d n2. pc-acp vbr crd j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, uh, cc vvb, cc pns32 vmb d crd vvi p-acp d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1477 Page 460
9150 First, It imports some new unheard-of and wonderfull thing ( Isa: 7.14.) Lo, or behold a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son: First, It imports Some new unheard-of and wonderful thing (Isaiah: 7.14.) Lo, or behold a Virgae shall conceive, and bear a son: ord, pn31 vvz d j j cc j n1 (np1: crd.) uh, cc vvb dt n1 vmb vvi, cc vvi dt n1: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1478 Page 460
9151 That a virgin should bring forth a son, is a wonder of wonders, a wonder so much above the course and power of Nature, That a Virgae should bring forth a son, is a wonder of wonders, a wonder so much above the course and power of Nature, cst dt n1 vmd vvi av dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 av av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1478 Page 460
9152 so much beyond the compasse & comprehension of reason, that men and Angels have reason to be astonished at it. so much beyond the compass & comprehension of reason, that men and Angels have reason to be astonished At it. av av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst n2 cc n2 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1478 Page 460
9153 Secondly, 'Tis prefixed, to shew some extraordinary impulse or readinesse of spirit for action. Secondly, It's prefixed, to show Some extraordinary impulse or readiness of Spirit for actium. ord, pn31|vbz vvn, pc-acp vvi d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1479 Page 460
9154 Thus Christ speaketh in that other noble prophecy of him ( Psal: 40.7.) Then said I, Lo, I come, in the volume of the book it is written of me; Thus christ speaks in that other noble prophecy of him (Psalm: 40.7.) Then said I, Lo, I come, in the volume of the book it is written of me; av np1 vvz p-acp d n-jn j n1 pp-f pno31 (np1: crd.) av vvd pns11, uh, pns11 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn pp-f pno11; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1479 Page 461
9155 I delight to doe thy will O my God: yea thy Law is within my heart. I delight to do thy will Oh my God: yea thy Law is within my heart. pns11 vvb pc-acp vdi po21 n1 uh po11 np1: uh po21 n1 vbz p-acp po11 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1479 Page 461
9156 Lo, I come, that is, I am ready to come, I am prest upon the work, I am under the pressure and command of my own spirit, Lo, I come, that is, I am ready to come, I am pressed upon the work, I am under the pressure and command of my own Spirit, np1, pns11 vvb, cst vbz, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po11 d n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1479 Page 461
9157 as well as under thy appoyntment and decree to undertake and finish that worke of mans redemption. as well as under thy appointment and Decree to undertake and finish that work of men redemption. c-acp av c-acp p-acp po21 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 pp-f ng1 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1479 Page 461
9158 Thirdly, It frequently implyeth matter worthy of weight and deepest consideration. That's usefull and remarkeable which is thus prefaced. Thirdly, It frequently Implies matter worthy of weight and Deepest consideration. That's useful and remarkable which is thus prefaced. ord, pn31 av-j vvz n1 j pp-f n1 cc js-jn n1. d|vbz j cc j r-crq vbz av j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1480 Page 461
9159 Thus Solomon speaking of the field of the slothfull man, saith ( Prov: 24.31.) Lo, it was all growne over with thorns, Thus Solomon speaking of the field of the slothful man, Says (Curae: 24.31.) Lo, it was all grown over with thorns, av np1 vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvz (np1: crd.) uh, pn31 vbds av-d vvn a-acp p-acp n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1480 Page 461
9160 and nettles had covered the face thereof, and the stone wall thereof was broken downe: and nettles had covered the face thereof, and the stone wall thereof was broken down: cc n2 vhd vvn dt n1 av, cc dt n1 n1 av vbds vvn a-acp: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1480 Page 461
9161 As if he had sayd, Marke, this is a thing to be attended, the sluggards field is full of thorns; As if he had said, Mark, this is a thing to be attended, the sluggards field is full of thorns; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, n1, d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n2 n1 vbz j pp-f n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1480 Page 461
9162 that is, in a spirituall sence, slothfull hearts are full of lusts and vanities. that is, in a spiritual sense, slothful hearts Are full of Lustiest and vanities. d vbz, p-acp dt j n1, j n2 vbr j pp-f n2 cc n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1480 Page 461
9163 In this language the Church invites all to consider the Glorious excellencies of God ( Isa: 29.9.) Lo, this is our God. In this language the Church invites all to Consider the Glorious excellencies of God (Isaiah: 29.9.) Lo, this is our God. p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz d pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) uh, d vbz po12 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1480 Page 461
9164 And thus Christ speakes of the woman whom he had healed on the Sabbath day ( Luke 13.16.) And ought not this woman, being a daughter of Abraham, whom Satan hath bound, And thus christ speaks of the woman whom he had healed on the Sabbath day (Lycia 13.16.) And ought not this woman, being a daughter of Abraham, whom Satan hath bound, cc av np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 (av crd.) cc vmd xx d n1, vbg dt n1 pp-f np1, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1480 Page 461
9165 lo, these eighteene yeares, be loosed from her infirmity on the Sabbath day? As if he had sayd, Pray consider the case and speake your mindes. lo, these eighteene Years, be loosed from her infirmity on the Sabbath day? As if he had said, Pray Consider the case and speak your minds. uh, d crd n2, vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vvb vvb dt n1 cc vvb po22 n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1480 Page 461
9166 Fourthly, 'Tis often used in a way of strong assertion, and affirmation, intimating the certainty of what is spoken ( Gen: 1.29.) And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed. Fourthly, It's often used in a Way of strong assertion, and affirmation, intimating the certainty of what is spoken (Gen: 1.29.) And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed. ord, pn31|vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn (np1: crd.) cc np1 vvd, vvb, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 d n1 vvg n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1481 Page 461
9167 And againe ( Gen: 12.11.) It came to passe, when he was come neere to enter into Egypt, that he said unto Sarah his wife, And again (Gen: 12.11.) It Come to pass, when he was come near to enter into Egypt, that he said unto Sarah his wife, cc av (np1: crd.) pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1 po31 n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1481 Page 461
9168 Behold, now, I know that thou art a faire woman to look upon. (Read Psal. 132.6. Ezek: 30.9. Luke 1.32.) Behold, now, I know that thou art a fair woman to look upon. (Read Psalm 132.6. Ezekiel: 30.9. Lycia 1.32.) vvb, av, pns11 vvb cst pns21 vb2r dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (vvd np1 crd. np1: crd. av crd.) (19) chapter (DIV2) 1481 Page 461
9169 In the present text it may have all these intendments; In the present text it may have all these intendments; p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vmb vhi d d n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 461
9170 for is it not a wonderfull thing, that God should be gracious to poore creatures? is it not strange that he should take so much paines with, for is it not a wonderful thing, that God should be gracious to poor creatures? is it not strange that he should take so much pains with, p-acp vbz pn31 xx dt j n1, cst np1 vmd vbi j p-acp j n2? vbz pn31 xx j cst pns31 vmd vvi av d n2 p-acp, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 461
9171 and exercise so much patience towards them? Secondly, Lo, God worketh all these things; and exercise so much patience towards them? Secondly, Lo, God works all these things; cc vvi av d n1 p-acp pno32? ord, uh, np1 vvz d d n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 461
9172 He is ready to doe them, he waiteth to be gracious, or to magnifie his grace in doing them. He is ready to do them, he waits to be gracious, or to magnify his grace in doing them. pns31 vbz j pc-acp vdi pno32, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vdg pno32. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 461
9173 Thirdly, Lo, God worketh all these things; Thirdly, Lo, God works all these things; ord, uh, np1 vvz d d n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 461
9174 is not this a matter of great consideration, ought we not to sit downe and weigh it well? Fourthly, Lo, all these things worketh God; is not this a matter of great consideration, ought we not to fit down and weigh it well? Fourthly, Lo, all these things works God; vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f j n1, vmd pns12 xx pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi pn31 av? ord, uh, d d n2 vvz np1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 461
9175 certainly God hath and will work all these things; Certainly God hath and will work all these things; av-j np1 vhz cc vmb vvi d d n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 461
9176 this is a truth out of all question, a truth of which there is no doubt to be made. this is a truth out of all question, a truth of which there is no doubt to be made. d vbz dt n1 av pp-f d n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 462
9177 As the Apostle saith (1 Tim: 3.16.) Without controversie, great is the mystery of Godliness, God was manifest in the flesh; As the Apostle Says (1 Tim: 3.16.) Without controversy, great is the mystery of Godliness, God was manifest in the Flesh; p-acp dt n1 vvz (vvd np1: crd.) p-acp n1, j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vbds j p-acp dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 462
9178 So I may say without controversie, great is this mystery of Gods manifesting himselfe to frayle flesh, So I may say without controversy, great is this mystery of God's manifesting himself to frail Flesh, av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1, j vbz d n1 pp-f n2 vvg px31 p-acp j n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 462
9179 and doing all these things here spoken of, awakening the consciences of men by dreames, and doing all these things Here spoken of, awakening the Consciences of men by dreams, cc vdg d d n2 av vvn pp-f, n-vvg dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 462
9180 and working upon them by grievous sicknesses, sending an interpreter one of a thousand to declare unto man his uprightness, and working upon them by grievous Sicknesses, sending an interpreter one of a thousand to declare unto man his uprightness, cc vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2, vvg dt n1 crd pp-f dt crd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 po31 n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 462
9181 and at last delivering his soule from going downe into the pit. Lo, all these things worketh God. and At last delivering his soul from going down into the pit. Lo, all these things works God. cc p-acp ord vvg po31 n1 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. uh, d d n2 vvz np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1482 Page 462
9182 There is somewhat peculiar in that expression, he worketh. The native sence of the word, implyeth; There is somewhat peculiar in that expression, he works. The native sense of the word, Implies; pc-acp vbz av j p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz. dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9183 First, a willing worke, not forced or constrained. First, a willing work, not forced or constrained. ord, dt j n1, xx vvn cc vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9184 Secondly, a full and compleat worke, not an essay or offer, not a worke begun only, but carried on to perfection. Secondly, a full and complete work, not an essay or offer, not a work begun only, but carried on to perfection. ord, dt j cc j n1, xx dt n1 cc n1, xx dt n1 vvn av-j, cc-acp vvd a-acp p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9185 The wicked are called workers of iniquity, (Psal: 5.5.) because they are free and ready to sin, they have a strong tyde and bent of spirit to doe evill, The wicked Are called workers of iniquity, (Psalm: 5.5.) Because they Are free and ready to since, they have a strong tIED and bent of Spirit to do evil, dt j vbr vvn n2 pp-f n1, (np1: crd.) c-acp pns32 vbr j cc j p-acp n1, pns32 vhb dt j n1 cc vvn pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9186 and they doe it not to halves but throughly; and they do it not to halves but thoroughly; cc pns32 vdb pn31 xx p-acp n2-jn cc-acp av-j; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9187 they doe not only begin or nibble at the baite a little (as a good man often doth) but greedily swallow it downe hooke and all; they do not only begin or nibble At the bait a little (as a good man often does) but greedily swallow it down hook and all; pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi cc vvb p-acp dt n1 dt j (c-acp dt j n1 av vdz) p-acp av-j vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc d; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9188 they are fully in it, and doe it fully, they make a worke of it, and so are workers of iniquity. The Lord doth good, as the wicked doe evill; they Are Fully in it, and do it Fully, they make a work of it, and so Are workers of iniquity. The Lord does good, as the wicked doe evil; pns32 vbr av-j p-acp pn31, cc vdb pn31 av-j, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc av vbr n2 pp-f n1. dt n1 vdz j, c-acp dt j n1 j-jn; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9189 All these things worketh God, He worketh them willingly, he worketh them compleatly, ( Isa: 26.12.) Lord thou wilt ordaine peace for us, All these things works God, He works them willingly, he works them completely, (Isaiah: 26.12.) Lord thou wilt ordain peace for us, d d n2 vvz np1, pns31 vvz pno32 av-j, pns31 vvz pno32 av-j, (np1: crd.) n1 pns21 vm2 vvi n1 p-acp pno12, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9190 for thou also hast wrought all our workes in us; Thou art the Author and finisher of them. for thou also hast wrought all our works in us; Thou art the Author and finisher of them. c-acp pns21 av vh2 vvn d po12 n2 p-acp pno12; pns21 vb2r dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9191 We are invited ( Psal: 46.8.) to come and behold the workes of the Lord, what desolations he hath made in the earth. We Are invited (Psalm: 46.8.) to come and behold the works of the Lord, what desolations he hath made in the earth. pns12 vbr vvn (np1: crd.) pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9192 The building workes, and the desolating workes of God, whether respecting persons or nations, are perfect workes. The building works, and the desolating works of God, whither respecting Persons or Nations, Are perfect works. dt n1 vvz, cc dt vvg n2 pp-f np1, cs vvg n2 cc n2, vbr j n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9193 Lo, all these things worketh God. Hence note. Lo, all these things works God. Hence note. uh, d d n2 vvz np1. av vvi. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1483 Page 462
9194 What ever good we see wrought among or for the children of men, God is the worker of it. What ever good we see wrought among or for the children of men, God is the worker of it. q-crq av j pns12 vvb vvn p-acp cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1484 Page 462
9195 As he over-ruleth the evill which is done, and both sendeth and ordereth the evill which is suffered; As he overruleth the evil which is done, and both sends and Ordereth the evil which is suffered; c-acp pns31 j dt n-jn r-crq vbz vdn, cc d vvz cc vvz dt n-jn r-crq vbz vvn; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 462
9196 so he is the worker of all the good that is done. God worketh it all either immediately by himselfe, or mediately by second causes; so he is the worker of all the good that is done. God works it all either immediately by himself, or mediately by second Causes; av pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt j cst vbz vdn. np1 vvz pn31 d d av-j p-acp px31, cc av-j p-acp ord n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 462
9197 and what instrument soever is set a worke, yet the worke as to the matter and manner of it, and what Instrument soever is Set a work, yet the work as to the matter and manner of it, cc r-crq n1 av vbz vvn dt n1, av dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 462
9198 as also to the result and issue of it, is the Lords. He was the worker of all that hath been spoken of in the former context; as also to the result and issue of it, is the lords. He was the worker of all that hath been spoken of in the former context; c-acp av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, vbz dt n2. pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d cst vhz vbn vvn pp-f p-acp dt j n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 462
9199 though we reade of a messenger, of an interpreter, yet the work was Gods. 'Tis sayd ( Gen: 39.22.) The keeper of the prison committed to Josephs hand, all the prisoners that were in the prison, though we read of a Messenger, of an interpreter, yet the work was God's It's said (Gen: 39.22.) The keeper of the prison committed to Josephs hand, all the Prisoners that were in the prison, cs pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vbds n2 pn31|vbz vvd (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 n1, d dt n2 cst vbdr p-acp dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 463
9200 and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it. and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it. cc r-crq pns32 vdd a-acp, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 463
9201 Not that he did every thing with his own hand in the prison, but he gave the rule, Not that he did every thing with his own hand in the prison, but he gave the Rule, xx d pns31 vdd d n1 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 463
9202 and ordered all that was done. and ordered all that was done. cc vvd d cst vbds vdn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 463
9203 Much more may I say of the Lord, whatsoever is done in the world, especially among his people, God is the doer of it, All goes through his hand. Much more may I say of the Lord, whatsoever is done in the world, especially among his people, God is the doer of it, All Goes through his hand. av-d av-dc vmb pns11 vvb pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp po31 n1, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, d vvz p-acp po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 463
9204 Lo, all these things worketh God. Further, From the prefix, Lo. Observe. Lo, all these things works God. Further, From the prefix, Lo. Observe. uh, d d n2 vvz np1. jc, p-acp dt n1, n1 vvb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1485 Page 463
9205 The workes and dealings of God with men are wonderfull, those especially which he worketh for the humbling of a sinner, The works and dealings of God with men Are wonderful, those especially which he works for the humbling of a sinner, dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n2 vbr j, d av-j r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1487 Page 463
9206 and for the delivering of a soule from going downe to the pit. and for the delivering of a soul from going down to the pit. cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1487 Page 463
9207 The breaking of the heart, the raysing of it by faith, the renewing of its peace and comfort, are wonderfull works of God. The breaking of the heart, the raising of it by faith, the renewing of its peace and Comfort, Are wonderful works of God. dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp n1, dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, vbr j n2 pp-f np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1488 Page 463
9208 And the reason why we wonder no more at them, is, because we consider so little of them. And the reason why we wonder no more At them, is, Because we Consider so little of them. cc dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb av-dx dc p-acp pno32, vbz, c-acp pns12 vvb av j pp-f pno32. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1488 Page 463
9209 Hence againe from the word, Lo. Note. The workes of God are to be deeply considered, to be stayed upon. Hence again from the word, Lo. Note. The works of God Are to be deeply considered, to be stayed upon. av av p-acp dt n1, n1 n1. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1489 Page 463
9210 We must not passe them by lightly, whether they be towards our selves or others, God hath made his wonderfull workes to be remembred (saith David, Psal: 111.4.) or to be considered, that's the designe of God in his works, he hath made them for that end, that they should be remembred, We must not pass them by lightly, whither they be towards our selves or Others, God hath made his wonderful works to be remembered (Says David, Psalm: 111.4.) or to be considered, that's the Design of God in his works, he hath made them for that end, that they should be remembered, pns12 vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp av-j, cs pns32 vbb p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn, np1 vhz vvn po31 j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn (vvz np1, np1: crd.) cc pc-acp vbi vvn, cst|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1491 Page 463
9211 and attended to, or they are such as cannot but be remembred; they leave their markes and memorialls behind them. and attended to, or they Are such as cannot but be remembered; they leave their marks and memorials behind them. cc vvd p-acp, cc pns32 vbr d c-acp vmbx p-acp vbi vvn; pns32 vvb po32 n2 cc n2-jn p-acp pno32. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1491 Page 463
9212 God sets such a stamp of his power, wisdome, justice, and goodness upon his workes, that they will not be forgotten. God sets such a stamp of his power, Wisdom, Justice, and Goodness upon his works, that they will not be forgotten. np1 vvz d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1491 Page 463
9213 And as his outward providential workes, are such, so his spirituall workes are much more such. And as his outward providential works, Are such, so his spiritual works Are much more such. cc c-acp po31 j j n2, vbr d, av po31 j n2 vbr av-d av-dc d. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1491 Page 463
9214 The godly-wise understand them so, they have a criticall eye in discerning those invisible workes of God with a poore soule, in reducing him from sin, and bringing him to himselfe. The godly-wise understand them so, they have a critical eye in discerning those invisible works of God with a poor soul, in reducing him from since, and bringing him to himself. dt j vvi pno32 av, pns32 vhb dt j n1 p-acp vvg d j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvg pno31 pc-acp px31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1491 Page 463
9215 David calleth all the godly to the consideration of those workes in his owne case ( Psal: 66.16.) Come and heare all ye that feare God, David calls all the godly to the consideration of those works in his own case (Psalm: 66.16.) Come and hear all you that Fear God, np1 vvz d dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 d n1 (np1: crd.) vvb cc vvi d pn22 cst vvb np1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1491 Page 463
9216 and I will declare what he hath done for my soule. and I will declare what he hath done for my soul. cc pns11 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po11 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1491 Page 464
9217 What God doth for our bodyes is very considerable, but what he hath done for our soules can never be enough considered nor admired. What God does for our bodies is very considerable, but what he hath done for our Souls can never be enough considered nor admired. r-crq np1 vdz p-acp po12 n2 vbz av j, cc-acp q-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po12 n2 vmb av-x vbi d vvd ccx vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1491 Page 464
9218 Lo, all these things worketh God oftentimes with man. Lo, all these things works God oftentimes with man. uh, d d n2 vvz np1 av p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1491 Page 464
9219 The originall is, twice, thrice, so we put in the margin, and render it often-times, in the text. The original is, twice, thrice, so we put in the margin, and render it oftentimes, in the text. dt n-jn vbz, av, av, av pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pn31 av, p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1492 Page 464
9220 Some expound it, of those three distinct wayes, in which God dealeth with man, before described. some expound it, of those three distinct ways, in which God deals with man, before described. d vvb pn31, pp-f d crd j n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1, c-acp vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1492 Page 464
9221 The Septuagint are expresse for that; The septuagint Are express for that; dt n1 vbr j p-acp d; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1492 Page 464
9222 All these things worketh the strong God three wayes with man, Which the Scholiast exemplifies in the three wayes here noted by Elihu. First, awakning him by dreames and visions, All these things works the strong God three ways with man, Which the Scholiast exemplifies in the three ways Here noted by Elihu. First, awakening him by dreams and visions, d d n2 vvz dt j np1 crd n2 p-acp n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt crd n2 av vvn p-acp np1. ord, n-vvg pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1492 Page 464
9223 Secondly, troubling him by sicknesses and afflictions; Thirdly, teaching him by Prophets and Interpreters. Secondly, troubling him by Sicknesses and afflictions; Thirdly, teaching him by prophets and Interpreters. ord, vvg pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2; ord, vvg pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1492 Page 464
9224 Yet, I conceive, the text doth not strictly recapitulate those three severall wayes before spoken of, in these words, twice, thrice, but only shewes us that God useth all these wayes or any other, Yet, I conceive, the text does not strictly recapitulate those three several ways before spoken of, in these words, twice, thrice, but only shows us that God uses all these ways or any other, av, pns11 vvb, dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi d crd j n2 a-acp vvn pp-f, p-acp d n2, av, av, p-acp av-j vvz pno12 d n1 vvz d d n2 cc d n-jn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1492 Page 464
9225 as his wisdome shall thinke fit, many times, or oftentimes for the producing of those blessed effects. as his Wisdom shall think fit, many times, or oftentimes for the producing of those blessed effects. c-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi j, d n2, cc av p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j-vvn n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1492 Page 464
9226 Lo, all these things worketh God oftentimes with man. Twice, thrice, is a double certain number, put for any single uncertain number; Lo, all these things works God oftentimes with man. Twice, thrice, is a double certain number, put for any single uncertain number; np1, d d n2 vvz np1 av p-acp n1. av, av, vbz dt j-jn j n1, vvn p-acp d j j n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1492 Page 464
9227 And it only teacheth or assureth us, that God debateth with the sons of men in all or any of these wayes oftentimes, or more then once. And it only Teaches or assureth us, that God debates with the Sons of men in all or any of these ways oftentimes, or more then once. cc pn31 av-j vvz cc vvz pno12, cst np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d cc d pp-f d n2 av, cc av-dc cs a-acp. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1493 Page 464
9228 If they doe not answer his call or purpose (which they seldome doe) at the first; If they do not answer his call or purpose (which they seldom do) At the First; cs pns32 vdb xx vvi po31 n1 cc n1 (r-crq pns32 av vdb) p-acp dt ord; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1493 Page 464
9229 he calleth againe and againe, twice or thrice, or often-times, that is as often as he seeth it good, needfull or expedient to doe it. he calls again and again, twice or thrice, or oftentimes, that is as often as he sees it good, needful or expedient to do it. pns31 vvz av cc av, av cc av, cc av, cst vbz c-acp av c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 j, j cc j pc-acp vdi pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1493 Page 464
9230 And we may suppose that Elihu useth this number twice, or thrice, in allusion to the customes of men; And we may suppose that Elihu uses this number twice, or thrice, in allusion to the customs of men; cc pns12 vmb vvi d np1 vvz d n1 av, cc av, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1493 Page 464
9231 whether civil Magistrates or Churches, who when they deale with others about any fault committed or offence given, they doe not take them at the very first default, whither civil Magistrates or Churches, who when they deal with Others about any fault committed or offence given, they do not take them At the very First default, cs j n2 cc n2, r-crq c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n2-jn p-acp d n1 vvn cc n1 vvn, pns32 vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt av ord n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1493 Page 464
9232 but warne and admonish them twice or thrice, or send them (as the case may require) severall Citations to appeare, but warn and admonish them twice or thrice, or send them (as the case may require) several Citations to appear, cc-acp vvb cc vvi pno32 av cc av, cc vvi pno32 (c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi) j n2 pc-acp vvi, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1493 Page 464
9233 and either to acknowledge their guilt, or acquit themselves of it. These things worketh God twice or thrice. and either to acknowledge their guilt, or acquit themselves of it. These things works God twice or thrice. cc d pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvi px32 pp-f pn31. np1 n2 vvz np1 av cc av. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1493 Page 464
9234 And remember, it is but twice or thrice; which speech though it may be well rendred (as we say) oftentimes, yet it is not very often; once is no number, twice is the least number, And Remember, it is but twice or thrice; which speech though it may be well rendered (as we say) oftentimes, yet it is not very often; once is no number, twice is the least number, cc vvi, pn31 vbz p-acp av cc av; r-crq n1 cs pn31 vmb vbi av vvn (c-acp pns12 vvb) av, av pn31 vbz xx av av; a-acp vbz dx n1, av vbz dt ds n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1494 Page 464
9235 and thrice is but a small number, two or three witnesses are the least number of witnesses that can be admitted in any business. and thrice is but a small number, two or three Witnesses Are the least number of Witnesses that can be admitted in any business. cc av vbz p-acp dt j n1, crd cc crd n2 vbr dt av-ds n1 pp-f n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1494 Page 465
9236 That, the Lord will doe this, twice or thrice proves that he will doe it severall times, men shall have meanes, That, the Lord will do this, twice or thrice Proves that he will do it several times, men shall have means, cst, dt n1 vmb vdi d, av cc av vvz cst pns31 vmb vdi pn31 j n2, n2 vmb vhi n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1494 Page 465
9237 and frequent meanes, but twice or thrice, may not be very often, much lesse alwayes, there is a stint, and frequent means, but twice or thrice, may not be very often, much less always, there is a stint, cc j n2, cc-acp av cc av, vmb xx vbi av av, d dc av, a-acp vbz dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1494 Page 465
9238 and a determinate number in the breast of God; and a determinate number in the breast of God; cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1494 Page 465
9239 and that we might not expect to have his patience lengthned out alwayes to us, 'tis put into the smallest numbers, All these things worketh God twice or thrice, with man. and that we might not expect to have his patience lengthened out always to us, it's put into the Smallest numbers, All these things works God twice or thrice, with man. cc cst pns12 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvd av av p-acp pno12, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt js n2, d d n2 vvz np1 av cc av, p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1494 Page 465
9240 The word by which man is here expressed, is, no ordinary word, 'tis that word by which signifieth the highest and greatest of men, God deales thus not only with inferiour persons, The word by which man is Here expressed, is, no ordinary word, it's that word by which signifies the highest and greatest of men, God deals thus not only with inferior Persons, dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vbz av vvn, vbz, dx j n1, pn31|vbz d n1 p-acp r-crq vvz dt js cc js pp-f n2, np1 vvz av xx av-j p-acp j-jn n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1495 Page 465
9241 and mean men, but with great men, with men of note, with men of power and strength; and mean men, but with great men, with men of note, with men of power and strength; cc j n2, cc-acp p-acp j n2, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1495 Page 465
9242 let men be as strong, and stout, as they will, God can tame them, and bring them to his foote. let men be as strong, and stout, as they will, God can tame them, and bring them to his foot. vvb n2 vbb a-acp j, cc j, c-acp pns32 vmb, np1 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1495 Page 465
9243 Further, when he saith, Lo, all these things God worketh oftentimes with man. This appellative man, may be taken two wayes. Further, when he Says, Lo, all these things God works oftentimes with man. This appellative man, may be taken two ways. jc, c-crq pns31 vvz, uh, d d n2 np1 vvz av p-acp n1. d j n1, vmb vbi vvn crd n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1496 Page 465
9244 First, Personally or individually, that is, he worketh thus oftentimes with the same man, God is put to renew his actings more then once with one and the same man, First, Personally or individually, that is, he works thus oftentimes with the same man, God is put to renew his actings more then once with one and the same man, ord, av-j cc av-jn, cst vbz, pns31 vvz av av p-acp dt d n1, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n2 av-dc cs a-acp p-acp crd cc dt d n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1497 Page 465
9245 because he will not bow nor obey at first. Because he will not bow nor obey At First. c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi p-acp ord. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1497 Page 465
9246 Secondly, We may take this word man specially as implying severall men, or men of all sorts, Secondly, We may take this word man specially as implying several men, or men of all sorts, ord, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 n1 av-j p-acp vvg j n2, cc n2 pp-f d n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1498 Page 465
9247 as well as any one man of a sort. as well as any one man of a sort. c-acp av c-acp d crd n1 pp-f dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1498 Page 465
9248 That manner of speaking is frequent in the old Testament ( Job 1.4.) And his sons went and feasted in their houses, man his day, or every one his day. That manner of speaking is frequent in the old Testament (Job 1.4.) And his Sons went and feasted in their houses, man his day, or every one his day. cst n1 pp-f vvg vbz j p-acp dt j n1 (np1 crd.) cc po31 n2 vvd cc vvd p-acp po32 n2, n1 po31 n1, cc d pi po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1498 Page 465
9249 So ( Jon: 1.7.) And they sayd, every one to his fellow, or man to his fellow, so here God worketh these things oftentimes with man, that is, with severall men, as seemeth good to him. The speech is distributive. So (Jon: 1.7.) And they said, every one to his fellow, or man to his fellow, so Here God works these things oftentimes with man, that is, with several men, as seems good to him. The speech is distributive. np1 (np1: crd.) cc pns32 vvd, d pi p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, av av np1 vvz d n2 av p-acp n1, cst vbz, p-acp j n2, c-acp vvz j p-acp pno31. dt n1 vbz j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1498 Page 465
9250 For though we are not to understand it so largely, as if God dealt thus with every particular man, For though we Are not to understand it so largely, as if God dealt thus with every particular man, p-acp cs pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pn31 av av-j, c-acp cs np1 vvd av p-acp d j n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1498 Page 465
9251 yet he deales thus with many men, even with as many as himselfe pleaseth, or hath purposed. yet he deals thus with many men, even with as many as himself Pleases, or hath purposed. av pns31 vvz av p-acp d n2, av p-acp p-acp d c-acp px31 vvz, cc vhz vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1498 Page 465
9252 Lo, All these things worketh God oftentimes with man. Hence note. Lo, All these things works God oftentimes with man. Hence note. uh, d d n2 vvz np1 av p-acp n1. av vvi. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1498 Page 465
9253 Such is the goodness of God, that though man is not wrought upon presently, or at the first, Such is the Goodness of God, that though man is not wrought upon presently, or At the First, d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst cs n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp av-j, cc p-acp dt ord, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1499 Page 465
9254 yet he will come a second or a third time to carry his worke through with him. yet he will come a second or a third time to carry his work through with him. av pns31 vmb vvi dt ord cc dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp p-acp pno31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1499 Page 466
9255 'Tis a mercy that God will speake once, or use any means once with us, 'tis mercy that he will speake any one word in any one way, to bring us off from sin; It's a mercy that God will speak once, or use any means once with us, it's mercy that he will speak any one word in any one Way, to bring us off from since; pn31|vbz dt n1 cst np1 vmb vvi a-acp, cc vvi d n2 a-acp p-acp pno12, pn31|vbz n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi d crd n1 p-acp d crd n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1500 Page 466
9256 'tis mercy that he will send one vision, or one affliction, to awaken us out of our security, it's mercy that he will send one vision, or one affliction, to awaken us out of our security, pn31|vbz n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi crd n1, cc crd n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f po12 n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1500 Page 466
9257 or one messenger to instruct us once in our duty; or one Messenger to instruct us once in our duty; cc crd n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp po12 n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1500 Page 466
9258 but when the Lord is pleased to use severall meanes, and those severall meanes, severall times, but when the Lord is pleased to use several means, and those several means, several times, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi j n2, cc d j n2, j n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1500 Page 466
9259 how doth the aboundant mercy and graciousness of God appeare in this! how does the abundant mercy and graciousness of God appear in this! q-crq vdz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp d! (19) chapter (DIV2) 1500 Page 466
9260 And as the mercy of God in generall, so the patience of God in speciall appeareth aboundantly in it. And as the mercy of God in general, so the patience of God in special appears abundantly in it. cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j vvz av-j p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1500 Page 466
9261 The Lord waites to be gracious, he waites the working of this or that means, of a second and third meanes, The Lord waits to be gracious, he waits the working of this or that means, of a second and third means, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j, pns31 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f d cc d n2, pp-f dt ord cc ord n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1500 Page 466
9262 and he waites the working of them all over againe and againe, or oftentimes; here is patience with long-sufferance. Secondly, Observe. and he waits the working of them all over again and again, or oftentimes; Here is patience with long-sufferance. Secondly, Observe. cc pns31 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 d a-acp av cc av, cc av; av vbz n1 p-acp n1. ord, vvb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1500 Page 466
9263 God will perfect his worke, and bring it to an issue with sinfull man. God would not give over working to humble Job, till he had fully humbled him; God will perfect his work, and bring it to an issue with sinful man. God would not give over working to humble Job, till he had Fully humbled him; np1 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1. np1 vmd xx vvi p-acp vvg p-acp j np1, c-acp pns31 vhd av-j vvn pno31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1501 Page 466
9264 And this made Job almost amazed at Gods dealing with him ( Chap: 7.17, 18, 19.) What is man that thou shouldest magnifie him? and that thou shouldest set thy heart upon him? And that thou shouldest visit him every morning, and try him every moment. And this made Job almost amazed At God's dealing with him (Chap: 7.17, 18, 19.) What is man that thou Shouldst magnify him? and that thou Shouldst Set thy heart upon him? And that thou Shouldst visit him every morning, and try him every moment. cc d vvn np1 av vvn p-acp n2 vvg p-acp pno31 (n1: crd, crd, crd) q-crq vbz n1 cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno31? cc cst pns21 vmd2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno31? cc cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno31 d n1, cc vvi pno31 d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 466
9265 Job seemed much troubled at this instancy of God with him, and therefore expostulated in the next words, How long wilt thou not depart from me, Job seemed much troubled At this instancy of God with him, and Therefore expostulated in the next words, How long wilt thou not depart from me, np1 vvd av-d vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cc av vvn p-acp dt ord n2, c-crq av-j vm2 pns21 xx vvi p-acp pno11, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 466
9266 nor let me alone till I swallow downe my spittle? But, for all his crying, God would not depart from him, nor let me alone till I swallow down my spittle? But, for all his crying, God would not depart from him, ccx vvb pno11 av-j c-acp pns11 vvb a-acp po11 n1? p-acp, p-acp d po31 n-vvg, np1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 466
9267 nor let him alone for a morning, no nor for a moment till he had finished his worke and accomplished his will both in him and upon him; nor let him alone for a morning, no nor for a moment till he had finished his work and accomplished his will both in him and upon him; ccx vvb pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1, uh-dx ccx p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 cc vvd po31 n1 av-d p-acp pno31 cc p-acp pno31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 466
9268 till he had brought his heart into a due frame and temper under his mighty hand. till he had brought his heart into a due frame and temper under his mighty hand. c-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc vvi p-acp po31 j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 466
9269 If once or twice will not doe it, he will doe it thrice; The Lord is not weary either of working or waiting; If once or twice will not do it, he will do it thrice; The Lord is not weary either of working or waiting; cs a-acp cc av vmb xx vdi pn31, pns31 vmb vdi pn31 av; dt n1 vbz xx j av-d pp-f vvg cc vvg; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 466
9270 God is a rocke (saith Moses Deut: 32.4.) and his worke is perfect; and of all his workes, that of grace is most perfect. God is a rock (Says Moses Deuteronomy: 32.4.) and his work is perfect; and of all his works, that of grace is most perfect. np1 vbz dt n1 (vvz np1 np1: crd.) cc po31 n1 vbz j; cc pp-f d po31 n2, cst pp-f n1 vbz av-ds j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 466
9271 His visible providentiall works are perfect or shall be before he hath done with them, or put his last hand to them, but his invisible spirituall workes are most perfect; His visible providential works Are perfect or shall be before he hath done with them, or put his last hand to them, but his invisible spiritual works Are most perfect; po31 j j n2 vbr j cc vmb vbi c-acp pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno32, cc vvd po31 ord n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp po31 j j n2 vbr av-ds j; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 466
9272 as God worketh often to bring man out of the state of sin to grace; as God works often to bring man out of the state of since to grace; c-acp np1 vvz av pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 466
9273 so he will not cease working till grace be perfected, he will worke till that worke is wrought to the height, till the top-stone of it is set up, so he will not cease working till grace be perfected, he will work till that work is wrought to the height, till the topstone of it is Set up, av pns31 vmb xx vvi vvg p-acp n1 vbb vvn, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9274 or as the Apostle phraseth it ( Eph: 4.13.) Till we all come to a perfect man, or as the Apostle Phraseth it (Ephesians: 4.13.) Till we all come to a perfect man, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 (np1: crd.) c-acp pns12 d vvb p-acp dt j n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9275 unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ. unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9276 Though a man hath been once truly humbled, yet God humbles him againe, that he may be humbled gradually as well as truly to his own mind. Though a man hath been once truly humbled, yet God humbles him again, that he may be humbled gradually as well as truly to his own mind. cs dt n1 vhz vbn a-acp av-j vvn, av np1 vvz pno31 av, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn av-jn p-acp av c-acp av-j p-acp po31 d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9277 They that are humbled by affliction, may need more afflictions to humble them. They that Are humbled by affliction, may need more afflictions to humble them. pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1, vmb vvi dc n2 pc-acp vvi pno32. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9278 The same meanes by which faith and repentance are wrought at first, doe also encrease and strengthen faith and repentance. The same means by which faith and Repentance Are wrought At First, do also increase and strengthen faith and Repentance. dt d n2 p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp ord, vdb av vvi cc vvi n1 cc n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9279 Those meanes by which a man is at first purged, are very proper for his further purging ( John 15.2.) Every branch in me that beareth not fruit, he taketh away: Those means by which a man is At First purged, Are very proper for his further purging (John 15.2.) Every branch in me that bears not fruit, he Takes away: d n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp ord vvn, vbr av j p-acp po31 jc n-vvg (np1 crd.) d n1 p-acp pno11 cst vvz xx n1, pns31 vvz av: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9280 and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. and every branch that bears fruit, he Purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. cc d n1 cst vvz n1, pns31 vvz pn31, cst pn31 vmb vvi av dc n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9281 As no man can be a true branch (hypocrites and formalists are branches only in appearance and profession, they were never truly purged, As no man can be a true branch (Hypocrites and formalists Are branches only in appearance and profession, they were never truly purged, p-acp dx n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 (n2 cc n2 vbr n2 av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vbdr av av-j vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9282 now, I say, as no man can be a true branch) till he is purged, now, I say, as no man can be a true branch) till he is purged, av, pns11 vvb, c-acp dx n1 vmb vbi dt j n1) c-acp pns31 vbz vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9283 so God purgeth those who are true fruit-bearing branches more and more, that they may bring forth more fruit. so God Purgeth those who Are true Fruit bearing branches more and more, that they may bring forth more fruit. av np1 vvz d r-crq vbr j j n2 dc cc av-dc, cst pns32 vmb vvi av dc n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9284 And the means by which he purgeth them, that is, mortifieth their corruptions, seldome reach this blessed effect at once or twice working, And the means by which he Purgeth them, that is, mortifieth their corruptions, seldom reach this blessed Effect At once or twice working, cc dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32, cst vbz, vvz po32 n2, av vvb d j-vvn n1 p-acp a-acp cc av vvg, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9285 and therefore the Lord is even constrained to worke these things twice, thrice, or oftentimes, else the worke would not be brought to the intended issue. and Therefore the Lord is even constrained to work these things twice, thrice, or oftentimes, Else the work would not be brought to the intended issue. cc av dt n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi d n2 av, av, cc av, av dt n1 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1502 Page 467
9286 Thirdly, In that it is sayd, All these things worketh God oftentimes, not alwayes. Observe. Thirdly, In that it is said, All these things works God oftentimes, not always. Observe. ord, p-acp cst pn31 vbz vvn, d d n2 vvz np1 av, xx av. vvb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1503 Page 467
9287 Man should make hast to answer the call of God, and come up to what he requireth of him. Man should make haste to answer the call of God, and come up to what he requires of him. n1 vmd vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pno31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1504 Page 467
9288 For though God worke these things oftentimes, yet no man knowes how often he will worke, For though God work these things oftentimes, yet no man knows how often he will work, c-acp cs np1 vvb d n2 av, av dx n1 vvz c-crq av pns31 vmb vvi, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 467
9289 and we may all know, he will not worke alwayes. and we may all know, he will not work always. cc pns12 vmb d vvi, pns31 vmb xx vvi av. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 467
9290 'Tis a high and dangerous presumption to deferre at any time upon hopes that God will work at another time, It's a high and dangerous presumption to defer At any time upon hope's that God will work At Another time, pn31|vbz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 467
9291 because in some cases he workes oftentimes. Because in Some cases he works oftentimes. c-acp p-acp d n2 pns31 vvz av. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 467
9292 Remember (as was shewed before in opening the words) this thrice is the least number of often, remember (as was showed before in opening the words) this thrice is the least number of often, np1 (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp p-acp vvg dt n2) d av vbz dt ds n1 pp-f av, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 467
9293 as twice is the least number of any; as twice is the least number of any; c-acp av vbz dt ds n1 pp-f d; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 467
9294 two or three are the least number that makes a Church-assembly ( Math: 18.20.) The Prophet saith ( Amos 2.4.) For three transgressions of Judah, two or three Are the least number that makes a Church assembly (Math: 18.20.) The Prophet Says (Amos 2.4.) For three transgressions of Judah, crd cc crd vbr dt av-ds n1 cst vvz dt n1 (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvz (np1 crd.) p-acp crd n2 pp-f np1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 467
9295 and for four, I will not turne away the punishment thereof. and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof. cc p-acp crd, pns11 vmb xx vvi av dt n1 av. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 467
9296 Implying that if men multiply their transgressions, God will not alwayes give them meanes of repentance, Implying that if men multiply their transgressions, God will not always give them means of Repentance, vvg cst cs n2 vvb po32 n2, np1 vmb xx av vvi pno32 n2 pp-f n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9297 but powre out wrath upon them; but pour out wrath upon them; cc-acp n1 av n1 p-acp pno32; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9298 So Elihu saith, God worketh twice and thrice; but if men will sin three or foure times, where is their warrant that God will pardon or passe by their sins? The Prophet did not binde up the mercy of God precisely to two or three transgressions, but if men sin without bounds, he shewes they have no ground to expect God should be mercifull. One of the Jewish Rabbins (as some expound him) concludes peremptorily, So Elihu Says, God works twice and thrice; but if men will sin three or foure times, where is their warrant that God will pardon or pass by their Sins? The Prophet did not bind up the mercy of God precisely to two or three transgressions, but if men sin without bounds, he shows they have no ground to expect God should be merciful. One of the Jewish Rabbis (as Some expound him) concludes peremptorily, av np1 vvz, np1 vvz av cc av; p-acp cs n2 vmb vvi crd cc crd n2, q-crq vbz po32 n1 cst np1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n2? dt n1 vdd xx vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j p-acp crd cc crd n2, cc-acp cs n2 vvb p-acp n2, pns31 vvz pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vmd vbi j. crd pp-f dt jp n2 (c-acp d vvb pno31) vvz av-j, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9299 If man sin twice or thrice God will spare, but if foure times God will punish. If man sin twice or thrice God will spare, but if foure times God will Punish. cs n1 vvb av cc av np1 vmb vvi, cc-acp cs crd n2 np1 vmb vvi. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9300 We doe not circumscribe the grace of God to a speciall number, and possibly that Rabbin did not intend it so, We do not circumscribe the grace of God to a special number, and possibly that Rabbin did not intend it so, pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, cc av-j cst zz vdd xx vvi pn31 av, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9301 but only that all should take heed they doe not abuse the grace of God. but only that all should take heed they do not abuse the grace of God. cc-acp av-j cst d vmd vvi n1 pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9302 That God multiplyeth to pardon, or (as we render, Isa: 55.7.) Pardoneth aboundantly, is no security for any man to sin aboundantly, or to multiply transgressions. That God multiplieth to pardon, or (as we render, Isaiah: 55.7.) Pardoneth abundantly, is no security for any man to sin abundantly, or to multiply transgressions. cst np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc (c-acp pns12 vvb, np1: crd.) n1 av-j, vbz dx n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, cc pc-acp vvi n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9303 My spirit shall not alwayes strive with man (saith the Lord, Gen: 6.3.) I have striven long already, My Spirit shall not always strive with man (Says the Lord, Gen: 6.3.) I have striven long already, po11 n1 vmb xx av vvi p-acp n1 (vvz dt n1, np1: crd.) pns11 vhb vvn av-j av, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9304 and I will yet strive longer, even an hundred and twenty yeares, but I will not strive alwayes. and I will yet strive longer, even an hundred and twenty Years, but I will not strive always. cc pns11 vmb av vvi av-jc, av dt crd cc crd n2, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi av. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9305 God gave Jezebel a space to repent ( Rev: 2.21.) but when she repented not, he did not promise her a new space to repent in, God gave Jezebel a Molle to Repent (Rev: 2.21.) but when she repented not, he did not promise her a new Molle to Repent in, np1 vvd np1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi (np1: crd.) cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd xx, pns31 vdd xx vvi pno31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9306 but threatned her with wrath to the utmost if she repented not. but threatened her with wrath to the utmost if she repented not. cc-acp vvd pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j cs pns31 vvd xx. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9307 There is a frequency in the worke of God to reduce sinners, but not a perpetuity. There is a frequency in the work of God to reduce Sinners, but not a perpetuity. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n2, cc-acp xx dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9308 And as in this verse Elihu reports this frequency of his worke, so in the next he reports that to be the designe of it, Vers. 30. To bring back his soule from the pit, to be enlightned with the light of the living. And as in this verse Elihu reports this frequency of his work, so in the next he reports that to be the Design of it, Vers. 30. To bring back his soul from the pit, to be enlightened with the Light of the living. cc c-acp p-acp d n1 np1 vvz d n1 pp-f po31 n1, av p-acp dt ord pns31 vvz cst pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1505 Page 468
9309 This verse (I say) sheweth the purpose of God in working twice, thrice, or oftentimes with man. This verse (I say) shows the purpose of God in working twice, thrice, or oftentimes with man. d n1 (pns11 vvb) vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg av, av, cc av p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 468
9310 This purpose (as was touched before) is two-fold. This purpose (as was touched before) is twofold. d n1 (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) vbz n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 468
9311 First, to free and deliver him from evill, the worst of evills, a horrible pit. Secondly, to estate him in and give him possession of not only that which is good, First, to free and deliver him from evil, the worst of evils, a horrible pit. Secondly, to estate him in and give him possession of not only that which is good, ord, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp j-jn, dt js pp-f n2-jn, dt j n1. ord, p-acp n1 pno31 p-acp cc vvi pno31 n1 pp-f xx av-j d r-crq vbz j, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 468
9313 Not is this purpose of God a bare desire (that's often fruitless and successless) but a strong or setled resolution, to bring back the sick mans soule from the pit. Not is this purpose of God a bore desire (that's often fruitless and successless) but a strong or settled resolution, to bring back the sick men soul from the pit. xx vbz d n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1 (cst|vbz av j cc j) p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi av dt j ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 468
9314 And Elihu (we may suppose) spake thus, as to presse Job to hasten the worke of his repentance; And Elihu (we may suppose) spoke thus, as to press Job to hasten the work of his Repentance; cc np1 (pns12 vmb vvi) vvd av, c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 468
9315 so to put him in hope (upon consideration of this designe of God in afflicting him) that he should be delivered from his afflictions, so to put him in hope (upon consideration of this Design of God in afflicting him) that he should be Delivered from his afflictions, av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 (p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pno31) cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 469
9316 and have not only his life continued, but the comforts of it restored to him. and have not only his life continued, but the comforts of it restored to him. cc vhb xx av-j po31 n1 vvd, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvd p-acp pno31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 469
9317 As if he had sayd, Be not afraid, doe not look upon thy condition as hopeless, As if he had said, Be not afraid, do not look upon thy condition as hopeless, p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vbb xx j, vdb xx vvi p-acp po21 n1 c-acp j, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 469
9318 or that the humiliation of thy selfe will be fruitlesse, for I dare assure thee, God hath gracious purposes and intendments towards thee in working these things. or that the humiliation of thy self will be fruitless, for I Dare assure thee, God hath gracious Purposes and intendments towards thee in working these things. cc cst dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vmb vbi j, c-acp pns11 vvb vvb pno21, np1 vhz j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno21 p-acp vvg d n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1506 Page 469
9319 And here we have a two-fold gracious purpose of God expressed; First, to deliver him from evill, to bring back his soule from the pit. And Here we have a twofold gracious purpose of God expressed; First, to deliver him from evil, to bring back his soul from the pit. cc av pns12 vhb dt n1 j n1 pp-f np1 vvd; ord, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp j-jn, pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1507 Page 469
9320 Secondly, to doe him good, or to bestow positive blessings upon him (as was shewed at the 28th verse) even to be enlightned with the light of the living; Secondly, to do him good, or to bestow positive blessings upon him (as was showed At the 28th verse) even to be enlightened with the Light of the living; ord, pc-acp vdi pno31 j, cc pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp pno31 (c-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt ord n1) av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1507 Page 469
9321 As if he had sayd, God in all this aymes only at mans good, that his sin unrepented of be not his death and destruction, As if he had said, God in all this aims only At men good, that his since unrepented of be not his death and destruction, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, np1 p-acp d d n2 av-j p-acp ng1 j, cst po31 n1 n1 a-acp vbb xx po31 n1 cc n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1507 Page 469
9322 and that under a sence of Divine favour towards him, he may lead a comfortable life here, and be happy for ever. and that under a sense of Divine favour towards him, he may led a comfortable life Here, and be happy for ever. cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 av, cc vbi j p-acp av. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1507 Page 469
9323 To bring back his soule from the pit. To bring back his soul from the pit. pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1507 Page 469
9324 It is sayd at the 28th verse, He will deliver his soule from going into the pit; It is said At the 28th verse, He will deliver his soul from going into the pit; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1508 Page 469
9325 in both places the pit is the same. But seeing the Lord there promised to deliver his soule from going into the pit, in both places the pit is the same. But seeing the Lord there promised to deliver his soul from going into the pit, p-acp d n2 dt n1 vbz dt d. p-acp vvg dt n1 a-acp vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1508 Page 469
9326 how is he sayd here, to bring back his soule from the pit? A man being delivered from going to the pit, cannot be sayd to be brought back from the pit. I answer in two things; how is he said Here, to bring back his soul from the pit? A man being Delivered from going to the pit, cannot be said to be brought back from the pit. I answer in two things; q-crq vbz pns31 vvn av, pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1? dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1. pns11 vvb p-acp crd n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1509 Page 469
9327 the words rendred to bring back his soule from the pit, may be read thus; to turne away his soule from the pit; the words rendered to bring back his soul from the pit, may be read thus; to turn away his soul from the pit; dt n2 vvn pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn av; pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9328 that is, to preserve him from death. that is, to preserve him from death. cst vbz, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9329 So the Hebrew word is used ( Chap: 15.13.) as also ( Mal: 2.6.) He walked with me in peace and equity, So the Hebrew word is used (Chap: 15.13.) as also (Malachi: 2.6.) He walked with me in peace and equity, np1 dt njp n1 vbz vvd (n1: crd.) c-acp av (fw-fr: crd.) pns31 vvd p-acp pno11 p-acp n1 cc n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9330 and did turne away many from iniquity. and did turn away many from iniquity. cc vdd vvi av d p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9331 If we take that rendring of the word, then the expressions in both places beare the same sence. If we take that rendering of the word, then the expressions in both places bear the same sense. cs pns12 vvb d n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cs dt n2 p-acp d n2 vvi dt d n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9332 But taking it according to our reading, in which to bring back his soule from the pit, sounds, But taking it according to our reading, in which to bring back his soul from the pit, sounds, p-acp vvg pn31 vvg p-acp po12 n-vvg, p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, n2, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9333 as if the man had been in the pit already; as if the man had been in the pit already; c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vbn p-acp dt n1 av; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9334 and it may well be sayd so, because a man in great affliction, whether of soule or body, is, and it may well be said so, Because a man in great affliction, whither of soul or body, is, cc pn31 vmb av vbi vvn av, c-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, cs pp-f n1 cc n1, vbz, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9335 as it were, dead, or buried alive. as it were, dead, or buried alive. c-acp pn31 vbdr, j, cc vvd j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9336 For as when God converts a sinner, he (upon the matter) brings him back from hell; For as when God converts a sinner, he (upon the matter) brings him back from hell; p-acp p-acp c-crq np1 vvz dt n1, pns31 (p-acp dt n1) vvz pno31 av p-acp n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9337 so when he delivers him from any grievous sickness, he doth (upon the matter) bring him back from the grave. so when he delivers him from any grievous sickness, he does (upon the matter) bring him back from the grave. av c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp d j n1, pns31 vdz (p-acp dt n1) vvb pno31 av p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 469
9338 Heman in spirituall afflictions and soule-desertions, the terrours of the Lord being upon him, called himselfe free among the dead, like the slaine that lye in the grave, whom God remembreth no more, Heman in spiritual afflictions and soul-desertions, the terrors of the Lord being upon him, called himself free among the dead, like the slain that lie in the grave, whom God Remember no more, np1 p-acp j n2 cc j, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbg p-acp pno31, vvd px31 j p-acp dt j, av-j dt j-vvn cst vvb p-acp dt n1, r-crq np1 vvz av-dx av-dc, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 470
9339 and they are cut off from thy hand, (Psal: and they Are Cut off from thy hand, (Psalm: cc pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp po21 n1, (np1: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 470
9340 88.5.) They that are neere the pit of death, are not, much, improperly, called dead, 88.5.) They that Are near the pit of death, Are not, much, improperly, called dead, crd.) pns32 cst vbr av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr xx, av-d, av-j, vvd j, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 470
9341 and they that being in such a desperate case are kept from going downe to the pit, are not, much, improperly sayd to be brought back from the pit, or pulled out of it. and they that being in such a desperate case Are kept from going down to the pit, Are not, much, improperly said to be brought back from the pit, or pulled out of it. cc pns32 cst vbg p-acp d dt j n1 vbr vvn p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, vbr xx, av-d, av-j vvd pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc vvd av pp-f pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 470
9342 In which sence we may keep to our owne reading; In which sense we may keep to our own reading; p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 d n-vvg; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 470
9343 and so to bring back his soule from the pit, notes only the extreame danger wherein he was, and so to bring back his soul from the pit, notes only the extreme danger wherein he was, cc av p-acp vvb av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, n2 av-j dt j-jn n1 c-crq pns31 vbds, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 470
9344 whether spirituall or temporall, and Gods graciousness in delivering him from it. Hence note. whither spiritual or temporal, and God's graciousness in delivering him from it. Hence note. cs j cc j, cc ng1 n1 p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp pn31. av vvi. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1510 Page 470
9345 When God restores a man out of any desperate condition, whether of soule or body, he gives him a new life; When God restores a man out of any desperate condition, whither of soul or body, he gives him a new life; c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 av pp-f d j n1, cs pp-f n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz pno31 dt j n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1511 Page 470
9346 he brings him in one respect back from the grave, and in another from hell. he brings him in one respect back from the grave, and in Another from hell. pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp crd n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp j-jn p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1511 Page 470
9347 As a sick man, he is brought from the grave, and as a sinner he is brought from hell. As a sick man, he is brought from the grave, and as a sinner he is brought from hell. p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1512 Page 470
9348 Great deliverances are a kind of new creation; And fresh blessings are to us as fresh beings. Great Deliverances Are a kind of new creation; And fresh blessings Are to us as fresh beings. j n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f j n1; cc j n2 vbr pc-acp pno12 p-acp j n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1512 Page 470
9349 Take these two inferences from it. Take these two inferences from it. vvb d crd n2 p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1512 Page 470
9350 First, How should they, who have been under great outward afflictions, praise the Lord when they are delivered! First, How should they, who have been under great outward afflictions, praise the Lord when they Are Delivered! ord, q-crq vmd pns32, r-crq vhb vbn p-acp j j n2, vvb dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn! (19) chapter (DIV2) 1513 Page 470
9351 They who having had the sentence of death in themselves, should look upon themselves when restored, They who having had the sentence of death in themselves, should look upon themselves when restored, pns32 r-crq vhg vhn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px32, vmd vvi p-acp px32 q-crq vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1513 Page 470
9352 as men raised from the dead. as men raised from the dead. c-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1513 Page 470
9353 And how should sinners praise the Lord, when he hath reconciled them to himselfe, and pardoned their sins. And how should Sinners praise the Lord, when he hath reconciled them to himself, and pardoned their Sins. cc q-crq vmd n2 vvi dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp px31, cc vvd po32 n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1513 Page 470
9354 In doing this for them, he delivereth them from wrath, from hell, and from eternall death. In doing this for them, he Delivereth them from wrath, from hell, and from Eternal death. p-acp vdg d p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1513 Page 470
9355 Let such praise the name of the Lord, and say, as in the text, He hath delivered our soules from the pit. Let such praise the name of the Lord, and say, as in the text, He hath Delivered our Souls from the pit. vvb d n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi, c-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn po12 n2 p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1513 Page 470
9356 Secondly, Let such live unto God, having received a new life from God; Secondly, Let such live unto God, having received a new life from God; ord, vvb d vvi p-acp np1, vhg vvn dt j n1 p-acp np1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1514 Page 470
9357 They that have received a new temporall life from God, ought to dedicate it unto God; They that have received a new temporal life from God, ought to dedicate it unto God; pns32 cst vhb vvn dt j j n1 p-acp np1, pi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp np1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1514 Page 470
9358 how much more they that have received new spirituall life? They that have received it indeed, cannot but dedicate it unto God. how much more they that have received new spiritual life? They that have received it indeed, cannot but dedicate it unto God. c-crq d dc pns32 d vhb vvn j j n1? pns32 cst vhb vvn pn31 av, vmbx p-acp vvi pn31 p-acp np1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1514 Page 470
9359 This negative mercy calls aloud for all that we are or have to be given up to God, This negative mercy calls aloud for all that we Are or have to be given up to God, d j-jn n1 vvz av p-acp d cst pns12 vbr cc vhb pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp np1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1514 Page 470
9360 but that positive mercy which followeth, calleth yet lowder for it. And to be enlightned with the light of the living. but that positive mercy which follows, calls yet Louder for it. And to be enlightened with the Light of the living. cc-acp cst j n1 r-crq vvz, vvz av av-jc p-acp pn31. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1514 Page 470
9361 Take it for temporall, spirituall, or eternall life, all these ends are accomplished in those mercifull workes of God to poore sinners; Take it for temporal, spiritual, or Eternal life, all these ends Are accomplished in those merciful works of God to poor Sinners; vvb pn31 p-acp j, j, cc j n1, d d n2 vbr vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1515 Page 470
9362 some restraine the text to the light of this temporall life, others enlarge it to the light of spirituall and eternall life. Some restrain the text to the Light of this temporal life, Others enlarge it to the Light of spiritual and Eternal life. d vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, n2-jn vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1515 Page 471
9363 We are enlightned with the light of the living, When the comforts of this life are restored, much more are they, who are restored to the comforts of their spirituall life, We Are enlightened with the Light of the living, When the comforts of this life Are restored, much more Are they, who Are restored to the comforts of their spiritual life, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg, c-crq dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvn, av-d dc vbr pns32, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 j n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1515 Page 471
9364 and so to the hope of eternall life. and so to the hope of Eternal life. cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1515 Page 471
9365 By the living, we are not to understand those who are barely on this side the grave, By the living, we Are not to understand those who Are barely on this side the grave, p-acp dt j-vvg, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr av-j p-acp d n1 dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9366 and yet breath in the ayre; and yet breath in the air; cc av n1 p-acp dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9367 or who have only a weake shadowed spirituall life, which they scarce know of or perceive. or who have only a weak shadowed spiritual life, which they scarce know of or perceive. cc q-crq vhb av-j dt j j-vvn j n1, r-crq pns32 av-j vvb pp-f cc vvi. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9368 The living here are they that live comfortably and prosperously both as to soule and body. The living Here Are they that live comfortably and prosperously both as to soul and body. dt vvg av vbr pns32 cst vvb av-j cc av-j d c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9369 Thus 'tis sayd in that Prophecy of Christ ( Psal: 72.13.) He shall live, and to him shall be given of the gold of Sheba: Thus it's said in that Prophecy of christ (Psalm: 72.13.) He shall live, and to him shall be given of the gold of Sheba: av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vmb vvi, cc p-acp pno31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9370 prayer also shall be made for him continually, and dayly shall he be praised. prayer also shall be made for him continually, and daily shall he be praised. n1 av vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 av-j, cc av-j vmb pns31 vbi vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9371 Christ lives to purpose, he lives as a Prince, in power and dignity, yea he is the Prince of life. christ lives to purpose, he lives as a Prince, in power and dignity, yea he is the Prince of life. np1 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, uh pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9372 It was more then a sensitive or rationall life which Davids faith was assured of, when he sayd ( Psal: 118.17.) I shall not dye but live; It was more then a sensitive or rational life which Davids faith was assured of, when he said (Psalm: 118.17.) I shall not die but live; pn31 vbds av-dc cs dt j cc j n1 r-crq np1 n1 vbds vvn pp-f, c-crq pns31 vvd (np1: crd.) pns11 vmb xx vvi cc-acp vvb; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9373 his meaning was, I shall live honourably and triumphantly, declaring (with joy) the workes of the Lord. his meaning was, I shall live honourably and triumphantly, declaring (with joy) the works of the Lord. po31 n1 vbds, pns11 vmb vvi av-j cc av-j, vvg (p-acp n1) dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9374 Thus here, To be enlightned with the light of the living, is, to enjoy a comfortable life, or to live happily. Hence note. Thus Here, To be enlightened with the Light of the living, is, to enjoy a comfortable life, or to live happily. Hence note. av av, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg, vbz, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j. av vvi. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1516 Page 471
9375 A troubled state is a dark state, sickness and sorrow, whether inward or outward, are darkness. A troubled state is a dark state, sickness and sorrow, whither inward or outward, Are darkness. dt j-vvn n1 vbz dt j n1, n1 cc n1, cs j cc j, vbr n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1517 Page 471
9376 They are darkned with the darkness of the dead, whose life is wrapped up in anguish and sorrow. Secondly, Note. They Are darkened with the darkness of the dead, whose life is wrapped up in anguish and sorrow. Secondly, Note. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. ord, n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1518 Page 471
9377 The designe and purpose of God in all his ordinances, and providences towards his people is for their good. The Design and purpose of God in all his ordinances, and providences towards his people is for their good. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n2, cc n2 p-acp po31 n1 vbz p-acp po32 j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1519 Page 471
9378 All that hath been sayd before, emptieth it selfe into these sayings, To keep back his soule from the pit, All that hath been said before, emptieth it self into these sayings, To keep back his soul from the pit, d cst vhz vbn vvn a-acp, vvz pn31 n1 p-acp d n2-vvg, pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 471
9379 and to be enlightned with the light of the living. The Lord hath no eye in these workes to his owne gaine, but mans good. and to be enlightened with the Light of the living. The Lord hath no eye in these works to his own gain, but men good. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. dt n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp ng1 j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 471
9381 (Lam: 3.35.) He taketh no pleasure in it abstractly considered, nor doth he look for any profit by it: (Lamb: 3.35.) He Takes no pleasure in it abstractly considered, nor does he look for any profit by it: (n1: crd.) pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp pn31 av-j vvn, ccx vdz pns31 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31: (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 471
9382 Much lesse doth he it (as it follows, v. 36.) meerely to crush under his feete all the prisoners of the earth. Much less does he it (as it follows, v. 36.) merely to crush under his feet all the Prisoners of the earth. av-d dc vdz pns31 pn31 (c-acp pn31 vvz, n1 crd) av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 471
9383 All that he expects by it as to himselfe is to be glorified by all (for himselfe is above all, All that he expects by it as to himself is to be glorified by all (for himself is above all, d cst pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp p-acp px31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d (p-acp px31 vbz p-acp av-d, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9384 and therefore designeth himselfe in all) yet the glory which God hath by man is only the manifestation of his glory, not any addition to it. and Therefore designeth himself in all) yet the glory which God hath by man is only the manifestation of his glory, not any addition to it. cc av vvz px31 p-acp d) av dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz p-acp n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx d n1 p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9385 The benefit which God aymes at in afflicting man returnes to man. The benefit which God aims At in afflicting man returns to man. dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp p-acp vvg n1 n2 p-acp n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9386 He would have man bettered by affliction, and as soone as man is bettered by affliction, every thing shall goe better with him, He would have man bettered by affliction, and as soon as man is bettered by affliction, every thing shall go better with him, pns31 vmd vhi n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc c-acp av c-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, d n1 vmb vvi av-jc p-acp pno31, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9387 and he shall be delivered from affliction. ( Rom: 8.28.) All things worke together for the good of them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. and he shall be Delivered from affliction. (Rom: 8.28.) All things work together for the good of them that love God, to them who Are the called according to his purpose. cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (np1: crd.) d n2 vvi av p-acp dt j pp-f pno32 cst vvb np1, p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr dt vvd vvg p-acp po31 n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9388 And as all things worke together for the good of them, who are the called according to his purpose, And as all things work together for the good of them, who Are the called according to his purpose, cc p-acp d n2 vvi av p-acp dt j pp-f pno32, r-crq vbr dt vvd vvg p-acp po31 n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9389 so it is the purpose of God that all things should worke together for their good, so it is the purpose of God that all things should work together for their good, av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst d n2 vmd vvi av p-acp po32 j, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9390 and that is not a successless purpose. and that is not a successless purpose. cc d vbz xx dt j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9391 Indeed every rod upon the backs of the wicked hath a voyce in it, to call them from the pit of death and destruction, Indeed every rod upon the backs of the wicked hath a voice in it, to call them from the pit of death and destruction, np1 d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9392 and to be enlightned with the light of the living, but God makes this call effectuall to all his elect, none of whom shall perish with the world. and to be enlightened with the Light of the living, but God makes this call effectual to all his elect, none of whom shall perish with the world. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg, cc-acp np1 vvz d vvb j p-acp d po31 vvb, pix pp-f ro-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9393 So that a godly man should be so farre from judging himselfe dealt with as an enemy (as Job in his extremity did) when he is most sorely afflicted, that indeed he may see the love and fatherly care of God in it. So that a godly man should be so Far from judging himself dealt with as an enemy (as Job in his extremity did) when he is most sorely afflicted, that indeed he may see the love and fatherly care of God in it. av cst dt j n1 vmd vbi av av-j p-acp vvg px31 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 (c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vdd) c-crq pns31 vbz av-ds av-j vvn, cst av pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9394 All the providentiall dispensations of God worke to glorious ends. All the providential dispensations of God work to glorious ends. av-d dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp j n2. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9395 Sometimes for the outward good of his people in this life, alwayes for good as to their spirituall and eternall life. Sometime for the outward good of his people in this life, always for good as to their spiritual and Eternal life. av p-acp dt j j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1, av p-acp j c-acp p-acp po32 j cc j n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1520 Page 472
9396 Therefore, lay aside hard thoughts of God whatsoever hard things he is a doing, or you are suffering. Therefore, lay aside hard thoughts of God whatsoever hard things he is a doing, or you Are suffering. av, vvb av j n2 pp-f np1 r-crq j n2 pns31 vbz dt vdg, cc pn22 vbr vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1521 Page 472
9397 The wayes in which God leads us, may possibly be very darke, yet they run to this poynt, to keep us from the pit of darkness, The ways in which God leads us, may possibly be very dark, yet they run to this point, to keep us from the pit of darkness, dt n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno12, vmb av-j vbi av j, av pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1521 Page 472
9398 and that we may be enlightned with the light of the living. Thirdly, Note. and that we may be enlightened with the Light of the living. Thirdly, Note. cc cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. ord, n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1521 Page 472
9399 Man would undoe himselfe both for here and for ever, if God did not worke wonderfully for him, Man would undo himself both for Here and for ever, if God did not work wonderfully for him, n1 vmd vvi px31 d c-acp av cc p-acp av, cs np1 vdd xx vvi av-j p-acp pno31, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1522 Page 472
9400 and powerfully keep him from destruction. All these things God worketh twice and thrice, to keep our soules from the pit; and powerfully keep him from destruction. All these things God works twice and thrice, to keep our Souls from the pit; cc av-j vvi pno31 p-acp n1. d d n2 np1 vvz av cc av, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1522 Page 472
9425 First, He perswadeth him to a due attention and silent consideration, both of what he had sayd, First, He Persuadeth him to a due attention and silent consideration, both of what he had said, ord, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc j n1, d pp-f r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1528 Page 474
9401 man left to himselfe would run head-long upon mischiefe in this world, & upon eternall misery in the world to come. man left to himself would run headlong upon mischief in this world, & upon Eternal misery in the world to come. n1 vvn p-acp px31 vmd vvi av-j p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 472
9402 Nothing but the hand of God can hold man from ruining himselfe. Nothing but the hand of God can hold man from ruining himself. pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp vvg px31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 472
9403 The heart of man is so set upon sin, that he will rather loose his soule, then leave his lust; The heart of man is so Set upon since, that he will rather lose his soul, then leave his lust; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb av-c vvi po31 n1, av vvb po31 n1; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 472
9404 and will rather dye then that shall. and will rather die then that shall. cc vmb av-c vvi cs d vmb. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 472
9405 'Tis as easie to stay the motion of the Sun, or to turne back the course of nature, It's as easy to stay the motion of the Sun, or to turn back the course of nature, pn31|vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9406 as to stay or turne back the naturall motion or course of the heart in sinning. as to stay or turn back the natural motion or course of the heart in sinning. c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9407 An almighty power must doe the latter as well as the former. an almighty power must do the latter as well as the former. dt j-jn n1 vmb vdi dt d c-acp av c-acp dt j. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9408 So that if the Lord did not put forth more then mercy, even mercy clothed with power, no man could be saved; So that if the Lord did not put forth more then mercy, even mercy clothed with power, no man could be saved; av cst cs dt n1 vdd xx vvi av av-dc cs n1, av n1 vvn p-acp n1, dx n1 vmd vbi vvn; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9409 should God wish us never so well, and tell us what good he hath layd up for us, should God wish us never so well, and tell us what good he hath laid up for us, vmd np1 vvi pno12 av-x av av, cc vvb pno12 r-crq j pns31 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9410 if we will but believe and obey him; if we will but believe and obey him; cs pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9411 should he tell us he hath riches of mercy, and that every one who will come shall have his share, should he tell us he hath riches of mercy, and that every one who will come shall have his share, vmd pns31 vvi pno12 pns31 vhz n2 pp-f n1, cc cst d crd r-crq vmb vvi vmb vhi po31 n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9412 yet we should never have any, if left to our owne chusing. 'Tis a worke therefore both of mercy and power which keepes us from the pit. yet we should never have any, if left to our own choosing. It's a work Therefore both of mercy and power which keeps us from the pit. av pns12 vmd av-x vhi d, cs vvn p-acp po12 d vvg. pn31|vbz dt n1 av d pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9413 God had much adoe to keepe Lot from being consumed in Sodome. He had warning to be gone, God had much ado to keep Lot from being consumed in Sodom. He had warning to be gone, np1 vhd d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vbg vvn p-acp np1. pns31 vhd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9414 yet he was loth to goe; yet he was loath to go; av pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi; (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9415 The text saith ( Gen: 19.16.) While Lot lingred the men layd hold upon his hand, The text Says (Gen: 19.16.) While Lot lingered the men laid hold upon his hand, dt n1 vvz (np1: crd.) cs n1 vvn dt n2 vvd n1 p-acp po31 n1, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9416 and upon the hand of his wife, and upon the hand of his two daughters, the Lord being mercifull to him, and upon the hand of his wife, and upon the hand of his two daughters, the Lord being merciful to him, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 crd n2, dt n1 vbg j p-acp pno31, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9417 and they brought him forth, and set him without the City; else probably he had lingred, till he had perished. and they brought him forth, and Set him without the city; Else probably he had lingered, till he had perished. cc pns32 vvd pno31 av, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1; av av-j pns31 vhd vvn, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9418 Surely if God did not thrust sinners out of the Sodome of this world (as we say) by head and shoulders, they would perish in it and with it. Surely if God did not thrust Sinners out of the Sodom of this world (as we say) by head and shoulders, they would perish in it and with it. np1 cs np1 vdd xx vvi n2 av pp-f dt np1 pp-f d n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb) p-acp n1 cc n2, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pn31 cc p-acp pn31. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9419 How wonderfull is the goodnesse of God who doth all these things, not only to keep poore creatures from going downe to the pit, both temporally, How wonderful is the Goodness of God who does all these things, not only to keep poor creatures from going down to the pit, both temporally, q-crq j vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vdz d d n2, xx av-j pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, av-d av-j, (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9420 and eternally, but also that they may be enlightned with the light of the living. and eternally, but also that they may be enlightened with the Light of the living. cc av-j, cc-acp av cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (19) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 473
9421 JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 31, 32, 33. Mark well, O Job, hearken unto me, hold thy peace, and I will speak. JOB. Chap. 33. Vers. 31, 32, 33. Mark well, Oh Job, harken unto me, hold thy peace, and I will speak. n1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd vvb av, uh np1, vvb p-acp pno11, vvb po21 n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1523 Page 474
9422 If thou hast any thing to say, answer me: speak, for I desire to justifie thee. If not, hearken unto me; If thou hast any thing to say, answer me: speak, for I desire to justify thee. If not, harken unto me; cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno11: vvb, c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21. cs xx, vvb p-acp pno11; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1525 Page 474
9423 hold thy peace, and I shall teach thee wisdome. hold thy peace, and I shall teach thee Wisdom. vvb po21 n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1526 Page 474
9424 THese three verses containe the Epilogue or conclusion of Elihu's first addresse to Job. In which we may consider these three things. THese three Verses contain the Epilogue or conclusion of Elihu's First address to Job. In which we may Consider these three things. d crd n2 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 ord vvi p-acp n1. p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi d crd n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1527 Page 474
9427 Secondly, He gives him liberty, and faire leave to reply, if he should please to what he hath already spoken ( v. 32.) If thou hast any thing to say answer me, speake. Secondly, He gives him liberty, and fair leave to reply, if he should please to what he hath already spoken (v. 32.) If thou hast any thing to say answer me, speak. ord, pns31 vvz pno31 n1, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi, cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz av vvn (n1 crd) cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pc-acp vvi vvi pno11, vvb. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1529 Page 474
9428 To which concession or invitation he adds a very friendly and an ingenuous reason in the close of the verse; To which concession or invitation he adds a very friendly and an ingenuous reason in the close of the verse; p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz dt j j cc dt j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1529 Page 474
9429 For I desire to justifie thee. For I desire to justify thee. c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1529 Page 474
9430 Thirdly, He professeth his owne readiness to proceed and speak further with him, or to carry on this discourse, in case Job had nothing to reply. ( v. 33d) If not, hearken unto me, hold thy peace, Thirdly, He Professes his own readiness to proceed and speak further with him, or to carry on this discourse, in case Job had nothing to reply. (v. 33d) If not, harken unto me, hold thy peace, ord, pns31 vvz po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvb av-jc p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 n1 vhd pix pc-acp vvi. (n1 crd) cs xx, vvb p-acp pno11, vvb po21 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1530 Page 474
9431 and I shall teach thee wisdome. Vers. 31. Mark well, O Job, hearken unto me. In this verse Elihu calls for a two-fold attention; and I shall teach thee Wisdom. Vers. 31. Mark well, Oh Job, harken unto me. In this verse Elihu calls for a twofold attention; cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1. np1 crd vvb av, uh np1, vvb p-acp pno11. p-acp d n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1530 Page 474
9432 First, to those things he had already spoken. Secondly, to those things which he was yet to speake. First, to those things he had already spoken. Secondly, to those things which he was yet to speak. ord, p-acp d n2 pns31 vhd av vvn. ord, p-acp d n2 r-crq pns31 vbds av pc-acp vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1531 Page 474
9433 What he had already spoken, he desireth him to consider and make reply if he pleased, What he had already spoken, he Desires him to Consider and make reply if he pleased, r-crq pns31 vhd av vvn, pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 cs pns31 vvd, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1531 Page 474
9434 as is cleare ( v. 32.) and as to what he had yet further to say, he desireth his attention and submission, as is clear (v. 32.) and as to what he had yet further to say, he Desires his attention and submission, c-acp vbz j (n1 crd) cc c-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd av jc pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz po31 n1 cc n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1531 Page 474
9435 as it followeth ( v. 33.) If not hearken unto me, hold thy peace. Mark well, O Job, hearken unto me. as it follows (v. 33.) If not harken unto me, hold thy peace. Mark well, Oh Job, harken unto me. c-acp pn31 vvz (n1 crd) cs xx vvi p-acp pno11, vvb po21 n1. vvb av, uh np1, vvb p-acp pno11. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1531 Page 474
9436 Here are two words of attention, marke, and hearken, and both very significant ones. The word rendred mark, signifieth to attend, with utmost diligence; Here Are two words of attention, mark, and harken, and both very significant ones. The word rendered mark, signifies to attend, with utmost diligence; av vbr crd n2 pp-f n1, vvb, cc vvi, cc d av j pi2. dt n1 vvn vvi, vvz pc-acp vvi, p-acp j n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1532 Page 474
9437 it it sometimes rendred by hearkning (Isa: 32.3.) The eyes of them that see shall not be dim: it it sometime rendered by Harkening (Isaiah: 32.3.) The eyes of them that see shall not be dim: pn31 pn31 av vvn p-acp vvg (np1: crd.) dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvb vmb xx vbi j: (20) chapter (DIV2) 1532 Page 475
9438 and the eares of them that heare shall hearken; and the ears of them that hear shall harken; cc dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvb vmb vvi; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1532 Page 475
9439 that is, they who heretofore, through the just judgement of God for their willfull shutting their eyes and eares, inseeing did see but not perceive, that is, they who heretofore, through the just judgement of God for their wilful shutting their eyes and ears, inseeing did see but not perceive, cst vbz, pns32 r-crq av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 j vvg po32 n2 cc n2, j vdd vvi cc-acp xx vvi, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1532 Page 475
9440 and in hearing did heare but not understand ( Isa: 6.10.29.10. compared with Math: 13.14.) shall at last see clearely and attend diligently to the will of God delivered to them; and in hearing did hear but not understand (Isaiah: 6.10.29.10. compared with Math: 13.14.) shall At last see clearly and attend diligently to the will of God Delivered to them; cc p-acp vvg vdd vvi p-acp xx vvi (np1: crd. vvn p-acp np1: crd.) vmb p-acp ord vvi av-j cc vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1532 Page 475
9441 yea it seemes to note some speciall gesture, as the lifting up of the eare to heare. yea it seems to note Some special gesture, as the lifting up of the ear to hear. uh pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d j n1, c-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1532 Page 475
9442 For as there is a lifting up of the voyce in the zealous speaker, so of the eare in the diligent hearer. For as there is a lifting up of the voice in the zealous speaker, so of the ear in the diligent hearer. p-acp a-acp pc-acp vbz dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1532 Page 475
9443 To marke is to heare and observe, to heare and lay to heart the things which are spoken, Mark well, O Job, and hearken. To mark is to hear and observe, to hear and lay to heart the things which Are spoken, Mark well, Oh Job, and harken. p-acp vvb vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn, vvb av, uh np1, cc vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1532 Page 475
9444 That's a word of a large extent, to hearken is more then to heare; That's a word of a large extent, to harken is more then to hear; d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vvi vbz dc cs pc-acp vvi; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9445 it takes in not only, first the worke of the eare, but secondly, the worke of the minde; 'tis hearing, first, with understanding; secondly, with beleeving; it Takes in not only, First the work of the ear, but secondly, the work of the mind; it's hearing, First, with understanding; secondly, with believing; pn31 vvz p-acp xx av-j, ord dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; pn31|vbz vvg, ord, p-acp vvg; ord, p-acp vvg; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9446 yea thirdly, it takes in the worke of the whole man in obeying, or submitting to what is spoken. yea Thirdly, it Takes in the work of the Whole man in obeying, or submitting to what is spoken. uh ord, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp vvg, cc vvg p-acp r-crq vbz vvn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9447 Thus God sayd to Adam (Gen: 3.17.) Because thou hast hearkned unto the voyce of thy wife, that is, Thus God said to Adam (Gen: 3.17.) Because thou hast hearkened unto the voice of thy wife, that is, av np1 vvd p-acp np1 (np1: crd.) c-acp pns21 vh2 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cst vbz, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9448 because thou hast obeyed her voyce, and done the thing she perswaded thee to; After hearkning comes doing. Because thou hast obeyed her voice, and done the thing she persuaded thee to; After Harkening comes doing. c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn po31 n1, cc vdn dt n1 pns31 vvd pno21 p-acp; c-acp vvg vvz vdg. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9449 Lastly, it includes also a worke of the affections; hearkning is with delighting, that which we hearken to we are pleased with; Lastly, it includes also a work of the affections; Harkening is with delighting, that which we harken to we Are pleased with; ord, pn31 vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n2; vvg vbz p-acp vvg, cst r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9450 'tis (like good musick) sweet unto us; it's (like good music) sweet unto us; pn31|vbz (av-j j n1) j p-acp pno12; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9451 in this compasse and extent we may expound these words, Mark well, O Job, and hearken unto me. in this compass and extent we may expound these words, Mark well, Oh Job, and harken unto me. p-acp d n1 cc n1 pns12 vmb vvi d n2, vvb av, uh np1, cc vvi p-acp pno11. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9452 And these words, especially the former of the two, rendred marke, are often used in Scripture, And these words, especially the former of the two, rendered mark, Are often used in Scripture, cc d n2, av-j dt j pp-f dt crd, vvn vvi, vbr av vvn p-acp n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9453 when the people of God desire and begge that he would take notice of and attend unto their prayer. when the people of God desire and beg that he would take notice of and attend unto their prayer. c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 pp-f cc vvi p-acp po32 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9454 Thus David more then once ( Ps: 5.2.) Hearken unto the voyce of my cry, my King, and my God: Thus David more then once (Ps: 5.2.) Harken unto the voice of my cry, my King, and my God: av np1 av-dc cs c-acp (np1: crd.) vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, po11 n1, cc po11 n1: (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9455 for unto thee will I pray (Psal: 66.19.) but verily God hath heard me, he hath attended to the voyce of my prayer (Psal: 130.2.) Lord heare my voyce, let thine ears be attentive to the voyce of my supplication. for unto thee will I pray (Psalm: 66.19.) but verily God hath herd me, he hath attended to the voice of my prayer (Psalm: 130.2.) Lord hear my voice, let thine ears be attentive to the voice of my supplication. c-acp p-acp pno21 vmb pns11 vvb (np1: crd.) p-acp av-j np1 vhz vvn pno11, pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 (np1: crd.) n1 vvb po11 n1, vvb po21 n2 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9456 Now, as when we desire that God would heare our prayer, we desire that he would be very attentive to our prayer, Now, as when we desire that God would hear our prayer, we desire that he would be very attentive to our prayer, av, c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb cst np1 vmd vvi po12 n1, pns12 vvb cst pns31 vmd vbi av j p-acp po12 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9457 and not only so, but doe what we pray for, and that our prayers may be welcome, acceptable, and delightfull to him; and not only so, but do what we pray for, and that our Prayers may be welcome, acceptable, and delightful to him; cc xx av-j av, cc-acp vdb r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, cc d po12 n2 vmb vbi j-jn, j, cc j p-acp pno31; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 475
9458 so when we are sayd to marke and hearken to what is spoken to us, all the powers of our inward man, the understanding, will and affections are at worke in hearing. Hence note. so when we Are said to mark and harken to what is spoken to us, all the Powers of our inward man, the understanding, will and affections Are At work in hearing. Hence note. av c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12, d dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1, dt n1, n1 cc n2 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp vvg. av vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1533 Page 476
9459 He that will profit by hearing must be an attentive hearer. He must mark and hearken, a fruitfull hearer doth more then heare, he markes; He that will profit by hearing must be an attentive hearer. He must mark and harken, a fruitful hearer does more then hear, he marks; pns31 cst vmb vvi p-acp vvg vmb vbi dt j n1. pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, dt j n1 vdz dc cs n1, pns31 n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1534 Page 476
9460 not only is his eare at worke, but his minde, his heart, his whole soule is, not only is his ear At work, but his mind, his heart, his Whole soul is, xx j vbz po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 j-jn n1 vbz, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1535 Page 476
9461 as it were, transformed into an eare, or is active at his eare. as it were, transformed into an ear, or is active At his ear. c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vbz j p-acp po31 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1535 Page 476
9462 There are many, and it were well there were more hearers of the word, but there are few markers of the word, many come to Sermons, There Are many, and it were well there were more hearers of the word, but there Are few markers of the word, many come to Sermons, pc-acp vbr d, cc pn31 vbdr av a-acp vbdr dc ng2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f dt n1, d vvb p-acp n2, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1535 Page 476
9463 yet but few hearken unto Sermons; yet but few harken unto Sermons; av p-acp d vvb p-acp n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1535 Page 476
9464 every hearer is not a marker, not a hearkner to what he heareth, and not being so, he can scarcely be called a hearer; every hearer is not a marker, not a hearkner to what he hears, and not being so, he can scarcely be called a hearer; d n1 vbz xx dt n1, xx dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cc xx vbg av, pns31 vmb av-j vbi vvn dt n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1535 Page 476
9465 for they only that are markers shall attaine that mark of which the Apostle speaks ( Phil: 3.14.) I presse toward the mark for the price of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. for they only that Are markers shall attain that mark of which the Apostle speaks (Philip: 3.14.) I press towards the mark for the price of the high calling of God in christ jesus. c-acp pns32 av-j cst vbr n2 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz (np1: crd.) pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1535 Page 476
9484 was it not an over-bold part in Elihu a young man to impose silence upon Job, or to bid him hold his peace? I answer; was it not an overbold part in Elihu a young man to impose silence upon Job, or to bid him hold his peace? I answer; vbds pn31 xx dt j n1 p-acp np1 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi po31 n1? pns11 vvb; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1538 Page 477
9466 What is our mark in hearing? is it not salvation by Christ, and glory with him? Now unlesse we are markers, we never presse towards, much lesse attaine that mark, the price of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. What is our mark in hearing? is it not salvation by christ, and glory with him? Now unless we Are markers, we never press towards, much less attain that mark, the price of the high calling of God in christ jesus. q-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp vvg? vbz pn31 xx n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp pno31? av cs pns12 vbr n2, pns12 av-x vvi p-acp, av-d av-dc vvi d n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1535 Page 476
9467 Mark well, O Job, hearken unto me, hold thy peace, and I will speake. Mark well, Oh Job, harken unto me, hold thy peace, and I will speak. n1 av, uh np1, vvb p-acp pno11, vvb po21 n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1535 Page 476
9468 'Tis but one word in the Hebrew which we translate, hold thy peace, and it signifieth properly to dig or plow the ground, It's but one word in the Hebrew which we translate, hold thy peace, and it signifies properly to dig or blow the ground, pn31|vbz p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt njp r-crq pns12 vvb, vvb po21 n1, cc pn31 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 476
9469 and by a metaphor to thinke of, or to meditate, because thoughts goe deep in the soule, a man doth, and by a metaphor to think of, or to meditate, Because thoughts go deep in the soul, a man does, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f, cc pc-acp vvi, c-acp n2 vvb j-jn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vdz, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 476
9470 as it were, plow up his own spirit, while he is meditating or thinking seriously ( Pro: 3.29.) Devise not evill, or (it is this word) plow not up evill; that's a bad soyle indeed, to be plowing up. as it were, blow up his own Spirit, while he is meditating or thinking seriously (Pro: 3.29.) Devise not evil, or (it is this word) blow not up evil; that's a bad soil indeed, to be plowing up. c-acp pn31 vbdr, n1 a-acp po31 d n1, cs pns31 vbz vvg cc vvg av-j (np1: crd.) vvb xx j-jn, cc (pn31 vbz d n1) n1 xx a-acp j-jn; cst|vbz dt j n1 av, pc-acp vbi vvg a-acp. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 476
9471 They that plow evill, shall sow the wind, and (except they repent) reape the whirlewind. They that blow evil, shall sow the wind, and (except they Repent) reap the whirlwind. pns32 cst vvi j-jn, vmb vvi dt n1, cc (c-acp pns32 vvb) vvb dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 476
9472 The prophet exhorting Ephraim to break up their fallow ground and sow in righteousness, that they might reap mercy ( Hos: 10.12.) reproves them ( v. 13.) for a very unprofitable piece of husbandry, by this word, Ye have plowed wickedness, ye have reaped iniquity, ye have eaten the fruit of lyes, that is, ye have plotted, devised, The Prophet exhorting Ephraim to break up their fallow ground and sow in righteousness, that they might reap mercy (Hos: 10.12.) reproves them (v. 13.) for a very unprofitable piece of Husbandry, by this word, You have plowed wickedness, you have reaped iniquity, you have eaten the fruit of lies, that is, you have plotted, devised, dt n1 vvg np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 j n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi n1 (np1: crd.) vvz pno32 (n1 crd) p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1, pn22 vhb vvn n1, pn22 vhb vvn n1, pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vbz, pn22 vhb vvn, vvn, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 476
9473 and contrived wicked things, and ye have fared accordingly. Now as the word signifieth to meditate, by a metaphor, from digging or plowing; and contrived wicked things, and you have fared accordingly. Now as the word signifies to meditate, by a metaphor, from digging or plowing; cc vvn j n2, cc pn22 vhb vvd av-vvg. av c-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 476
9474 so by the figure antiphrasis or contrary speaking, it signifies to forbeare doing or speaking, to sit still, so by the figure antiphrasis or contrary speaking, it signifies to forbear doing or speaking, to fit still, av p-acp dt n1 n1 cc n-jn vvg, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi vdg cc vvg, pc-acp vvi av, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 477
9475 or as we render it here, to hold our peace, and say nothing. ( Isa: 41.1.) Keepe silence before me; O Islands. or as we render it Here, to hold our peace, and say nothing. (Isaiah: 41.1.) Keep silence before me; Oh Islands. cc c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 av, p-acp vvb po12 n1, cc vvb pix. (np1: crd.) vvb n1 p-acp pno11; uh n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 477
9476 (Psal: 50.3.) Our God shall come, and shall not keep silence; that is, he will speak aloud. (Psalm: 50.3.) Our God shall come, and shall not keep silence; that is, he will speak aloud. (np1: crd.) po12 n1 vmb vvi, cc vmb xx vvi n1; cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi av. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 477
9477 Elihu bespeakes Job in the affirmative, hold thy peace, be silent. Elihu bespeaks Job in the affirmative, hold thy peace, be silent. np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt j, vvb po21 n1, vbb j. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1536 Page 477
9478 Some conceive Job began to interrupt Elihu, or gave some token of dislike, while he was discoursing; some conceive Job began to interrupt Elihu, or gave Some token of dislike, while he was discoursing; d vvb n1 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvd d n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vbds vvg; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1537 Page 477
9479 as if he had received his speech with disgust, and not only inwardly stomacked at it. as if he had received his speech with disgust, and not only inwardly stomached At it. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc xx av-j av-j vvn p-acp pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1537 Page 477
9480 But did not forbeare to discover it by some significant gesture or frowne, and that Elihu perceiving this, desired him to hold his peace; But did not forbear to discover it by Some significant gesture or frown, and that Elihu perceiving this, desired him to hold his peace; cc-acp vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1 cc n1, cc cst np1 vvg d, vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1537 Page 477
9481 As if he had sayd, If you desire to reape any benefit by what I speak, be patient, and doe not interrupt me. As if he had said, If you desire to reap any benefit by what I speak, be patient, and do not interrupt me. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, vbb j, cc vdb xx vvi pno11. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1537 Page 477
9482 But I conceive there was no such height nor heate of spirit in Job at that time; But I conceive there was no such height nor heat of Spirit in Job At that time; p-acp pns11 vvb a-acp vbds dx d n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1537 Page 477
9483 He began now to be sedate and quiet enough, being somewhat convinced of his former error and intemperance of speech. But some may say; He began now to be sedate and quiet enough, being somewhat convinced of his former error and intemperance of speech. But Some may say; pns31 vvd av pc-acp vbi n1 cc j-jn av-d, vbg av vvn pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. p-acp d vmb vvi; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1537 Page 477
9485 Elihu doth not bid Job hold his peace, either, first, as if he had seene him unwilling to let him speake, Elihu does not bid Job hold his peace, either, First, as if he had seen him unwilling to let him speak, np1 vdz xx vvi np1 vvb po31 n1, av-d, ord, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn pno31 j pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9486 or would not heare him any more; Job was a very patient hearer; he heard his friends patiently, and he had heard Elihu too with silence and patience, or would not hear him any more; Job was a very patient hearer; he herd his Friends patiently, and he had herd Elihu too with silence and patience, cc vmd xx vvi pno31 d dc; n1 vbds dt j j n1; pns31 vvd po31 n2 av-j, cc pns31 vhd vvn np1 av p-acp n1 cc n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9487 yea though Elihu offered him leave, yea almost provoked him to speake ( v. 5.) yet he did not but gave him scope to speake out. yea though Elihu offered him leave, yea almost provoked him to speak (v. 5.) yet he did not but gave him scope to speak out. uh a-acp np1 vvd pno31 vvi, uh av vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi (n1 crd) av pns31 vdd xx p-acp vvd pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi av. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9488 Nor did Elihu speake this, secondly, as if he slighted Job, or thought him a man unable to answer him, Nor did Elihu speak this, secondly, as if he slighted Job, or Thought him a man unable to answer him, ccx vdd np1 vvb d, ord, c-acp cs pns31 vvd np1, cc vvd pno31 dt n1 j-u pc-acp vvi pno31, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9489 or speake to purpose, for presently in the next verse he desireth him againe to speake. or speak to purpose, for presently in the next verse he Desires him again to speak. cc vvi p-acp n1, c-acp av-j p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz pno31 av pc-acp vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9490 Nor thirdly, as if he had such high thoughts of his owne wisdome, and loved so much to heare himselfe speake (as some men doe) that he cared not to heare others, Nor Thirdly, as if he had such high thoughts of his own Wisdom, and loved so much to hear himself speak (as Some men do) that he cared not to hear Others, ccx ord, c-acp cs pns31 vhd d j n2 pp-f po31 d n1, cc vvd av av-d pc-acp vvi px31 vvi (c-acp d n2 vdb) cst pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi n2-jn, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9491 but would engrosse all the discourse. but would engross all the discourse. cc-acp vmd vvi d dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9492 Nor was it, fourthly, because he saw such an affectation in Job to speake, that he needed (as the Apostle speaks of some, Tit: 1.11.) to have his mouth stopt. Nor was it, fourthly, Because he saw such an affectation in Job to speak, that he needed (as the Apostle speaks of Some, Tit: 1.11.) to have his Mouth stopped. ccx vbds pn31, j, c-acp pns31 vvd d dt n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vvd (c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f d, n1: crd.) pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9493 It was not upon any of these or such like reasons, that Elihu desired Job to hold his peace; It was not upon any of these or such like Reasons, that Elihu desired Job to hold his peace; pn31 vbds xx p-acp d pp-f d cc d j n2, cst np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9494 but it was either first, that himselfe might speak more clearely, and carry his matter through to his understanding; but it was either First, that himself might speak more clearly, and carry his matter through to his understanding; cc-acp pn31 vbds d ord, cst px31 vmd vvi av-dc av-j, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp p-acp po31 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 477
9495 or secondly, that he might set the matter more home upon his conscience, and move him to consider yet more seriously what he had sayd, of the various wayes of Gods dealing with man to humble his soule, or secondly, that he might Set the matter more home upon his conscience, and move him to Consider yet more seriously what he had said, of the various ways of God's dealing with man to humble his soul, cc ord, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 av-dc av-an p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av av-dc av-j r-crq pns31 vhd vvd, pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 478
9496 and bring him neerer to himselfe; and bring him nearer to himself; cc vvi pno31 av-jc p-acp px31; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 478
9497 or lastly, that Job might perceive and take notice, that he was the man aymed at in all the foregoing parable. or lastly, that Job might perceive and take notice, that he was the man aimed At in all the foregoing parable. cc ord, cst n1 vmd vvi cc vvi n1, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp p-acp d dt vvg n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 478
9498 As if he had sayd, Sir downe quietly, and consider with thy selfe, whether all this discourse hath tended, As if he had said, Sir down quietly, and Consider with thy self, whither all this discourse hath tended, p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, n1 a-acp av-jn, cc vvi p-acp po21 n1, cs d d n1 vhz vvn, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 478
9499 or whether or no thou art not the man intended in it. or whither or no thou art not the man intended in it. cc c-crq cc av-dx pns21 vb2r xx dt n1 vvd p-acp pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 478
9500 As Christ when he had spoken that parable of the sower concluded ( Math: 13.9.) He that hath an eare to heare, let him heare; As christ when he had spoken that parable of the sour concluded (Math: 13.9.) He that hath an ear to hear, let him hear; p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d n1 pp-f dt j vvd (np1: crd.) pns31 cst vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno31 vvi; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 478
9501 that is, let him take it home to himselfe; that is, let him take it home to himself; cst vbz, vvb pno31 vvi pn31 av-an p-acp px31; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 478
9502 or as Christ concludeth his Epistles to the seven Churches in the second and third Chapters of the Revelation, with, He that hath an eare, let him heare what the Spirit saith to the Churches; or as christ Concludeth his Epistles to the seven Churches in the second and third Chapters of the Revelation, with, He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit Says to the Churches; cc c-acp np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt crd n2 p-acp dt ord cc ord n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp, pns31 cst vhz dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 478
9503 so doth Elihu to Job in speciall, Mark-well, O Job, and hearken unto me, hold thy peace. so does Elihu to Job in special, Mark-well, Oh Job, and harken unto me, hold thy peace. av vdz np1 p-acp np1 p-acp j, j, uh np1, cc vvi p-acp pno11, vvb po21 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1539 Page 478
9524 The Prophet Jeremy describes an humbled soule in the same posture ( Lam: 3.28.) He sitteth alone and keepeth silence, The Prophet Jeremiah describes an humbled soul in the same posture (Lam: 3.28.) He Sitteth alone and Keepeth silence, dt n1 np1 vvz dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt d n1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vvz av-j cc vvz n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9504 This silence was made of old in great assemblyes (Majestate manus) by putting the hand to the mouth, and then stretching it forth. Acts 12.17. Acts 13.16. Chap. 19.23. Chap. 26.1. This silence was made of old in great assemblies (Majestate manus) by putting the hand to the Mouth, and then stretching it forth. Acts 12.17. Acts 13.16. Chap. 19.23. Chap. 26.1. d n1 vbds vvn pp-f j p-acp j n2 (fw-la fw-la) p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvg pn31 av. vvz crd. vvz crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1540 Page 478
9505 If any would know yet more distinctly what Elihu meant when he bid Job hold his peace? I answer, If any would know yet more distinctly what Elihu meant when he bid Job hold his peace? I answer, cs d vmd vvi av av-dc av-j r-crq np1 vvd c-crq pns31 vvd np1 vvi po31 n1? pns11 vvb, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1541 Page 478
9506 First, Negatively, not a bare silence, or saying nothing, but affirmatively, when he sayth, hold thy peace; it might note these two things. First, Negatively, not a bore silence, or saying nothing, but affirmatively, when he say, hold thy peace; it might note these two things. ord, av-j, xx dt j n1, cc vvg pix, cc-acp av-j, c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb po21 n1; pn31 vmd vvi d crd n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1542 Page 478
9507 First, That he would have him much in the worke of consideration, or to forbeare speaking, that he might be more in meditating, First, That he would have him much in the work of consideration, or to forbear speaking, that he might be more in meditating, ord, cst pns31 vmd vhi pno31 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi vvg, cst pns31 vmd vbi av-dc p-acp vvg, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1543 Page 478
9508 and weighing, and laying things to heart; he would have him bring what he had spoken to the ballance of the Sanctuary, and weighing, and laying things to heart; he would have him bring what he had spoken to the balance of the Sanctuary, cc vvg, cc vvg n2 p-acp n1; pns31 vmd vhi pno31 vvi r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1543 Page 478
9509 and then to his owne heart. A man is never more busie then when he thus holds his peace. and then to his own heart. A man is never more busy then when he thus holds his peace. cc av p-acp po31 d n1. dt n1 vbz av-x av-dc j cs c-crq pns31 av vvz po31 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1543 Page 478
9510 Secondly, When he saith, hold thy peace, it might note that he desired his submission to the counsel given, or to be given him; Secondly, When he Says, hold thy peace, it might note that he desired his submission to the counsel given, or to be given him; ord, c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb po21 n1, pn31 vmd vvi cst pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, cc pc-acp vbi vvn pno31; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 478
9511 He would have him bridle his tongue, in token that his spirit was brideled. He would have him bridle his tongue, in token that his Spirit was bridled. pns31 vmd vhi pno31 vvi po31 n1, p-acp n1 cst po31 n1 vbds vvn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 478
9512 He would have Jobs silence say, speake on, I will say nothing, let the truth of God reigne and rule over me by thy word. He would have Jobs silence say, speak on, I will say nothing, let the truth of God Reign and Rule over me by thy word. pns31 vmd vhi n2 n1 vvb, vvb a-acp, pns11 vmb vvi pix, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po21 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 478
9513 What Samuel answered to the Lord himselfe (1 Sam: 3.10.) Speak Lord, for thy servant heareth; What Samuel answered to the Lord himself (1 Sam: 3.10.) Speak Lord, for thy servant hears; q-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 px31 (crd np1: crd.) vvb n1, p-acp po21 n1 vvz; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 478
9514 that should we answer to those who speak to us from the Lord; speak ye, we will heare and hold our peace: that should we answer to those who speak to us from the Lord; speak you, we will hear and hold our peace: cst vmd pns12 vvi p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1; vvb pn22, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvb po12 n1: (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 478
9515 or we should say with good Cornelius, when Peter came to him ( Acts 10.33.) We are all here present before God, to heare all things that are commanded thee of God. or we should say with good Cornelius, when Peter Come to him (Acts 10.33.) We Are all Here present before God, to hear all things that Are commanded thee of God. cc pns12 vmd vvi p-acp j np1, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31 (n2 crd.) pns12 vbr d av j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vbr vvn pno21 pp-f np1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 478
9516 When a man holds his peace (upon these termes) 'tis a signe he layeth downe his owne wisdome, When a man holds his peace (upon these terms) it's a Signen he Layeth down his own Wisdom, c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 (p-acp d n2) pn31|vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 479
9517 and his will, he doth not stand upon his pantofloes (as we say) nor abound in his owne sence, and his will, he does not stand upon his pantofloes (as we say) nor abound in his own sense, cc po31 n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp po31 n2 (c-acp pns12 vvb) ccx vvi p-acp po31 d n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 479
9518 but is ready to be delivered or cast into the mould of any holy and wholesome doctrine which shall be delivered unto him. but is ready to be Delivered or cast into the mould of any holy and wholesome Doctrine which shall be Delivered unto him. cc-acp vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 479
9519 They are in the fittest frame to hold the truth which others speake, who can withhold themselves from speaking. They Are in the Fittest frame to hold the truth which Others speak, who can withhold themselves from speaking. pns32 vbr p-acp dt js n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq n2-jn vvb, r-crq vmb vvi px32 p-acp vvg. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1544 Page 479
9520 Further, There is a two-fold holding of the peace. First, at the works of God, Further, There is a twofold holding of the peace. First, At the works of God, jc, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n1. ord, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9521 or at what God doth ( Lev: 10.3.) when God had smitten the two sons of Aaron dead with fire fr•m heaven, Aaron held his peace; that is, he did not murmure at, or At what God does (Lev: 10.3.) when God had smitten the two Sons of Aaron dead with fire fr•m heaven, Aaron held his peace; that is, he did not murmur At, cc p-acp r-crq np1 vdz (np1: crd.) c-crq np1 vhd vvn dt crd n2 pp-f np1 j p-acp n1 j n1, np1 vvd po31 n1; cst vbz, pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9522 nor contradict what God had done. nor contradict what God had done. ccx vvi r-crq np1 vhd vdn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9523 That also was Davids temper ( Psal: 39.9.) I was dumbe, I opened not my mouth, because thou Lord didst it. That also was Davids temper (Psalm: 39.9.) I was dumb, I opened not my Mouth, Because thou Lord didst it. cst av vbds np1 n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vbds j, pns11 vvd xx po11 n1, c-acp pns21 n1 vdd2 pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9526 When God layeth his yoke or crosse upon us, 'tis our duty to be silent and submit ( Zach: 2.13.) Be silent, O all flesh, before the Lord: When God Layeth his yoke or cross upon us, it's our duty to be silent and submit (Zach: 2.13.) Be silent, Oh all Flesh, before the Lord: c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 cc vvi p-acp pno12, pn31|vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vbi j cc vvb (np1: crd.) vbb j, uh d n1, p-acp dt n1: (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9527 for he is raised up out of his holy habitation, that is, the Lord begins to worke, for he is raised up out of his holy habitation, that is, the Lord begins to work, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn a-acp av pp-f po31 j n1, cst vbz, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9528 therefore let all men, or men of all sorts and degrees be quiet and say nothing either discontentedly or complainingly. Therefore let all men, or men of all sorts and Degrees be quiet and say nothing either discontentedly or complainingly. av vvb d n2, cc n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 vbb j-jn cc vvb pix d n1 cc av-vvg. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9529 In all these Scriptures, holding our peace is called for and commanded or shewed at the workes of God. In all these Scriptures, holding our peace is called for and commanded or showed At the works of God. p-acp d d n2, vvg po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp cc vvd cc vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1545 Page 479
9530 Secondly, There is a holding of our peace at the word of God, or at what God speaketh. Secondly, There is a holding of our peace At the word of God, or At what God speaks. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp r-crq np1 vvz. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1546 Page 479
9531 Thus 'tis when not only the tongue but the heart is silent, and every thought is brought into subjection or captivity to the obedience of Christ. Thus it's when not only the tongue but the heart is silent, and every Thought is brought into subjection or captivity to the Obedience of christ. av pn31|vbz c-crq xx av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc d n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1546 Page 479
9532 The heart of man often speakes much, and is very clamorous, when he saith nothing with his tongue. The heart of man often speaks much, and is very clamorous, when he Says nothing with his tongue. dt n1 pp-f n1 av vvz d, cc vbz av j, c-crq pns31 vvz pix p-acp po31 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1546 Page 479
9533 That's to hold our peace indeed, when the heart is quiet, let God say or doe what he will. That's to hold our peace indeed, when the heart is quiet, let God say or do what he will. d|vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n1 av, c-crq dt n1 vbz j-jn, vvb np1 vvi cc vdb r-crq pns31 vmb. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1546 Page 479
9534 'Tis not more our duty to resist the Devill, that is, all his hellish whisperings and temptations to the doing of evill, It's not more our duty to resist the devil, that is, all his hellish whisperings and temptations to the doing of evil, pn31|vbz xx n1 po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst vbz, d po31 j n2-vvg cc n2 p-acp dt vdg pp-f n-jn, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1546 Page 479
9535 then 'tis to submit to God in all his speakings and dispensations. then it's to submit to God in all his speakings and dispensations. av pn31|vbz p-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1546 Page 479
9536 Elihu speaking in the name of the Lord, faithfully adviseth Job in this sence, to hold his peace. Hence learne. Elihu speaking in the name of the Lord, faithfully adviseth Job in this sense, to hold his peace. Hence Learn. np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j vvz n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvb po31 n1. av vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1546 Page 479
9537 We ought to submit and keep silence when the truth of God is spoken. We ought to submit and keep silence when the truth of God is spoken. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1547 Page 479
9538 Or, when the minde of God is brought unto us, there must be no replying but obeying, no disputing but submitting. Or, when the mind of God is brought unto us, there must be no replying but obeying, no disputing but submitting. cc, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, pc-acp vmb vbi dx vvg p-acp vvg, av-dx vvg p-acp vvg. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1547 Page 479
9539 They have learned much, who know how and when to say nothing. They have learned much, who know how and when to say nothing. pns32 vhb vvn av-d, r-crq vvb c-crq cc c-crq pc-acp vvi pix. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 479
9540 Solomon saith ( Eccl: 3.6.) There is a time to keep silence, and a time to speake; Solomon Says (Ecclesiastes: 3.6.) There is a time to keep silence, and a time to speak; np1 vvz (np1: crd.) pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9541 but this kind of silence is in season at all times, we ought alwayes to be silent thus, that is, alwayes submit to the minde of God. but this kind of silence is in season At all times, we ought always to be silent thus, that is, always submit to the mind of God. p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, pns12 vmd av pc-acp vbi j av, cst vbz, av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9542 We need to be minded of this, because the pride and over-weening of man is great. We need to be minded of this, Because the pride and overweening of man is great. pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d, c-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f n1 vbz j. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9543 We have need to put a bridle upon our tongues, much more upon our hearts; it is hard to bring our wills and our understandings under; We have need to put a bridle upon our tongues, much more upon our hearts; it is hard to bring our wills and our understandings under; pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, av-d av-dc p-acp po12 n2; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc po12 n2 p-acp; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9544 we are apt to strive and struggle when truth comes neere us; we Are apt to strive and struggle when truth comes near us; pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi c-crq n1 vvz av-j pno12; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9545 yea to kick at it, when it comes very nee•• and home to us, though indeed the neerer it comes the better, yea to kick At it, when it comes very nee•• and home to us, though indeed the nearer it comes the better, uh p-acp vvi p-acp pn31, c-crq pn31 vvz av n1 cc n1-an pc-acp pno12, cs av dt jc pn31 vvz dt jc, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9546 nor can it ever come too neere. nor can it ever come too near. ccx vmb pn31 av vvn av av-j. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9547 The Apostle James apprehended this when he gave that admonition ( Chap: 1.21.) Receive with meeknesse, the ingraffed word, which is able to save your soules: The Apostle James apprehended this when he gave that admonition (Chap: 1.21.) Receive with meekness, the Ingrafted word, which is able to save your Souls: dt n1 np1 vvn d c-crq pns31 vvd cst n1 (n1: crd.) vvb p-acp n1, dt j n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi po22 n2: (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9549 a passionate or fierce spirit, receiveth not the word, but riseth up against it, turnes not to it but upon it; a passionate or fierce Spirit, receives not the word, but Riseth up against it, turns not to it but upon it; dt j cc j n1, vvz xx dt n1, cc-acp vvz a-acp p-acp pn31, vvz xx p-acp pn31 p-acp p-acp pn31; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9550 and, which is worst of all, turnes it to evill, not to good, turnes light into darknesse; and, which is worst of all, turns it to evil, not to good, turns Light into darkness; cc, r-crq vbz js pp-f d, vvz pn31 p-acp j-jn, xx p-acp j, vvz n1 p-acp n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9551 and so the word of life becomes a savour of death for want of a due submission to it. and so the word of life becomes a savour of death for want of a due submission to it. cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9552 Therefore hearken, and hold your peace when the word of God is spoken. Do not say it is but the word of man, because delivered by man; Therefore harken, and hold your peace when the word of God is spoken. Do not say it is but the word of man, Because Delivered by man; av vvb, cc vvb po22 n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn. vdb xx vvi pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vvn p-acp n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9553 God speaks in and by his faithfull Messengers; God speaks in and by his faithful Messengers; np1 vvz p-acp cc p-acp po31 j n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9554 ye oppose the authority of the living God, not a mortall dying creature, when you reject the word. you oppose the Authority of the living God, not a Mortal dying creature, when you reject the word. pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, xx dt j-jn j-vvg n1, c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9555 And remember, it is not only our duty but our liberty to give up our selves prisoners to the truths of God; And Remember, it is not only our duty but our liberty to give up our selves Prisoners to the truths of God; cc vvb, pn31 vbz xx av-j po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9556 we are never so free as when bound by it or to it. we Are never so free as when bound by it or to it. pns12 vbr av-x av j c-acp c-crq vvd p-acp pn31 cc p-acp pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9557 And as we should hold our peace at or submit to all the truths of God in all cases, so especially in these three. And as we should hold our peace At or submit to all the truths of God in all cases, so especially in these three. cc c-acp pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1 p-acp cc vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, av av-j p-acp d crd. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1548 Page 480
9558 First, When we are reproved for our sins in practice; then we should not stand excusing what we have done, but repent of it. First, When we Are reproved for our Sins in practice; then we should not stand excusing what we have done, but Repent of it. ord, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1; av pns12 vmd xx vvi vvg r-crq pns12 vhb vdn, cc-acp vvb pp-f pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1549 Page 480
9559 Secondly, When we are shewed our errour in opinion; then we should not stand disputing, and arguing for what we hold, but recant it. Secondly, When we Are showed our error in opinion; then we should not stand disputing, and arguing for what we hold, but recant it. ord, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn po12 n1 p-acp n1; av pns12 vmd xx vvi vvg, cc vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, cc-acp vvb pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1550 Page 480
9560 'Tis time to hold our peace, when once it appeares to us, that we doe not hold the truth. It's time to hold our peace, when once it appears to us, that we do not hold the truth. pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, c-crq a-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1550 Page 480
9561 To erre is common to man, but to persevere in an errour, to the defence and patronage of it, is more then inhumane, devilish. To err is Common to man, but to persevere in an error, to the defence and patronage of it, is more then inhumane, devilish. p-acp vvi vbz j p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, vbz av-dc cs j, j. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1550 Page 480
9562 Thirdly, We should hold our peace when our duty is plaine before us; then we should not stand questioning it, but doe it. Thirdly, We should hold our peace when our duty is plain before us; then we should not stand questioning it, but do it. ord, pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1 c-crq po12 n1 vbz j p-acp pno12; av pns12 vmd xx vvi vvg pn31, cc-acp vdb pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 480
9563 Whatsoever thy hand findeth to doe (saith Solomon, Eccl: 9.10. that is, whatsoever appeares to be a duty) doe it with all thy might. Whatsoever thy hand finds to do (Says Solomon, Ecclesiastes: 9.10. that is, whatsoever appears to be a duty) do it with all thy might. r-crq po21 n1 vvz pc-acp vdi (vvz np1, np1: crd. cst vbz, r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1) vdb pn31 p-acp d po21 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 480
9564 Hold thy tongue, but doe not withhold thy hand when once thy hand hath found what must be done. Hold thy tongue, but do not withhold thy hand when once thy hand hath found what must be done. vvb po21 n1, cc-acp vdb xx vvi po21 n1 c-crq a-acp po21 n1 vhz vvn r-crq vmb vbi vdn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 481
9565 Elihu at this time was dealing with Job upon all these three poynts; Elihu At this time was dealing with Job upon all these three points; np1 p-acp d n1 vbds vvg p-acp np1 p-acp d d crd n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 481
9566 He told him his sin, that he had been too querious and impatient, he shewed him his error, that he had been too bold with God, because inn•cent towards men; He told him his since, that he had been too querious and impatient, he showed him his error, that he had been too bold with God, Because inn•cent towards men; pns31 vvd pno31 po31 n1, cst pns31 vhd vbn av j cc j, pns31 vvd pno31 po31 n1, cst pns31 vhd vbn av j p-acp np1, c-acp j-jn p-acp n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 481
9567 And he pressed him to duty, both that, and how he ought to humble himselfe before the Lord. And he pressed him to duty, both that, and how he ought to humble himself before the Lord. cc pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1, d d, cc c-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 481
9568 The Apostle treating about that great poynt of justification, tells us God will at last cause all men to hold their peace. ( Rom: 3.19.) Now we know that what things soever the law saith, it saith to them who are under the law, that every month may be stopped, The Apostle treating about that great point of justification, tells us God will At last cause all men to hold their peace. (Rom: 3.19.) Now we know that what things soever the law Says, it Says to them who Are under the law, that every Monn may be stopped, dt n1 vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, vvz pno12 n1 vmb p-acp ord n1 d n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (np1: crd.) av pns12 vvb d r-crq n2 av dt n1 vvz, pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1, cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 481
9570 that is, man will have nothing to say, but sit downe silent, and hold his peace, that is, man will have nothing to say, but fit down silent, and hold his peace, cst vbz, n1 vmb vhi pix pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vvb a-acp j, cc vvi po31 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 481
9571 or only say, I am nothing, I have deserved nothing but death and condemnation, when he once understands the holiness and strictness of the law, together with the unholiness and looseness of his owne heart and life. Hence note. or only say, I am nothing, I have deserved nothing but death and condemnation, when he once understands the holiness and strictness of the law, together with the unholiness and looseness of his own heart and life. Hence note. cc av-j vvi, pns11 vbm pix, pns11 vhb vvn pix cc-acp n1 cc n1, c-crq pns31 a-acp vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1. av vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1551 Page 481
9572 It speakes yea proclaimes a gracious prudence, to know how and when to hold our peace and say nothing. It speaks yea proclaims a gracious prudence, to know how and when to hold our peace and say nothing. pn31 vvz uh vvz av j n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq cc c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc vvb pix. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1552 Page 481
9573 When men insist upon their owne conceit and reason, when they logick it unduely with God or men, When men insist upon their own conceit and reason, when they logic it unduely with God or men, c-crq n2 vvb p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1, c-crq pns32 n1 pn31 av-j p-acp np1 cc n2, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1553 Page 481
9574 and will needs seeme to know more then the word teacheth them, what doe they but give evidence against themselves, that as yet they know nothing as the word teacheth, and will needs seem to know more then the word Teaches them, what do they but give evidence against themselves, that as yet they know nothing as the word Teaches, cc vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc cs dt n1 vvz pno32, q-crq vdb pns32 p-acp vvi n1 p-acp px32, cst c-acp av pns32 vvb pix p-acp dt n1 vvz, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1553 Page 481
9575 or as they ought to know, and themselves least of all? 'Tis pride and presumption, not prudence and understanding which opens such mens mouths. or as they ought to know, and themselves least of all? It's pride and presumption, not prudence and understanding which Opens such men's mouths. cc c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc px32 ds pp-f d? pn31|vbz n1 cc n1, xx n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz d ng2 n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1553 Page 481
9576 We never profit by what we heare, till (in the sence opened) we have learned to hold our peace. The counsel which Elihu gave Job, was to hold his peace; We never profit by what we hear, till (in the sense opened) we have learned to hold our peace. The counsel which Elihu gave Job, was to hold his peace; pns12 av-x vvi p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, c-acp (p-acp dt n1 vvd) pns12 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1. dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd np1, vbds pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1553 Page 481
9577 yet he layd no constraint upon him to refraine necessary speaking, but put him upon it in the next verse. yet he laid no constraint upon him to refrain necessary speaking, but put him upon it in the next verse. av pns31 vvd dx n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi j vvg, cc-acp vvd pno31 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt ord n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1553 Page 481
9578 Vers. 32. If thou hast any thing to say, answer me; speake for I desire to justifie thee. Vers. 32. If thou hast any thing to say, answer me; speak for I desire to justify thee. np1 crd cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno11; vvb c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1553 Page 481
9579 Lest Elihu should be interpreted to have taken too much upon him, or to have denied Job his liberty of speaking, Lest Elihu should be interpreted to have taken too much upon him, or to have denied Job his liberty of speaking, cs np1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn av av-d p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vhi vvn np1 po31 n1 pp-f vvg, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1554 Page 481
9580 when he sayd, hold thy peace; he here calls him to speake; This is a full proofe, that his intent was not to barre him from speaking, when he said, hold thy peace; he Here calls him to speak; This is a full proof, that his intent was not to bar him from speaking, c-crq pns31 vvd, vvb po21 n1; pns31 av vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi; d vbz dt j n1, cst po31 n1 vbds xx pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1554 Page 482
9581 but only that he should forbeare unnecessary speaking. but only that he should forbear unnecessary speaking. cc-acp av-j cst pns31 vmd vvi j n-vvg. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1554 Page 482
9582 As if he had sayd, Now that I have gone thus farre, if I have spoken any thing that thou at unsatisfied in, As if he had said, Now that I have gone thus Far, if I have spoken any thing that thou At unsatisfied in, p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, av cst pns11 vhb vvn av av-j, cs pns11 vhb vvn d n1 cst pns21 p-acp j-vvn p-acp, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1554 Page 482
9583 and dost desire I should explaine my selfe about; speake thy minde freely; and dost desire I should explain my self about; speak thy mind freely; cc vd2 vvi pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 a-acp; vvb po21 n1 av-j; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1554 Page 482
9584 for though I have more to say, yet I will not hinder thee from saying what thou canst fairely say for thy selfe, for though I have more to say, yet I will not hinder thee from saying what thou Canst fairly say for thy self, c-acp cs pns11 vhb dc pc-acp vvi, av pns11 vmb xx vvi pno21 p-acp vvg r-crq pns21 vm2 av-j vvi p-acp po21 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1554 Page 482
9585 neither will I ever-burthen thy memory, with too much at once, therefore come now and answer if thou wilt or canst to what is already spoken. neither will I ever-burthen thy memory, with too much At once, Therefore come now and answer if thou wilt or Canst to what is already spoken. dx vmb pns11 n1 po21 n1, p-acp av av-d p-acp a-acp, av vvb av cc vvb cs pns21 vm2 cc vm2 pc-acp q-crq vbz av vvn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1554 Page 482
9586 The Hebrew is, If thou hast words answer me, that is, if thou hast arguments to defend thy selfe with, or to oppose me; The Hebrew is, If thou hast words answer me, that is, if thou hast Arguments to defend thy self with, or to oppose me; dt njp vbz, cs pns21 vh2 n2 vvi pno11, cst vbz, cs pns21 vh2 n2 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi pno11; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1555 Page 482
9587 if thou hast such words ready, as have the weight of reason or authority in them to maintaine thy cause, bring them forth, I am not afraid of what thou canst object; if thou hast such words ready, as have the weight of reason or Authority in them to maintain thy cause, bring them forth, I am not afraid of what thou Canst Object; cs pns21 vh2 d n2 j, c-acp vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, vvb pno32 av, pns11 vbm xx j pp-f r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1555 Page 482
9588 neither am I unwilling to heare thy defence. neither am I unwilling to hear thy defence. av-dx vbm pns11 j pc-acp vvi po21 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1555 Page 482
9589 Some expound Elihu speaking Ironically, at least Rhetorically, If thou hast any thing to say answer me, speake and spare not. some expound Elihu speaking Ironically, At least Rhetorically, If thou hast any thing to say answer me, speak and spare not. d vvb np1 vvg av-j, p-acp ds av-j, cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pc-acp vvi vvi pno11, vvb cc vvb xx. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9590 As if he had sayd, Possibly thou canst set all right, and shew me where I am wrong. As if he had said, Possibly thou Canst Set all right, and show me where I am wrong. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, av-j pns21 vm2 vvi d n-jn, cc vvb pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm n-jn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9591 Possibly thou thinkest I have spoken amisse, when I sayd, In this thou art not righteous, goe to then, shew me my mistake, Possibly thou Thinkest I have spoken amiss, when I said, In this thou art not righteous, go to then, show me my mistake, av-j pns21 vv2 pns11 vhb vvn av, c-crq pns11 vvd, p-acp d pns21 vb2r xx j, vvb p-acp av, vvb pno11 po11 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9592 or wherein I have misapprehended thee, make it good if thou art able against my assertion, that thou art just and righteous, or wherein I have misapprehended thee, make it good if thou art able against my assertion, that thou art just and righteous, cc c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno21, vvb pn31 j cs pns21 vb2r j p-acp po11 n1, cst pns21 vb2r j cc j, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9593 even in that wherein I have endeavoured to detect thy unrighteousness. even in that wherein I have endeavoured to detect thy unrighteousness. av p-acp d c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi po21 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9594 Possibly thou mayst bring me to be of thy opinion, and then surely I shall justifie thee, and retract my censure of thee. Possibly thou Mayest bring me to be of thy opinion, and then surely I shall justify thee, and retract my censure of thee. av-j pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 pc-acp vbi pp-f po21 n1, cc av av-j pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cc vvi po11 n1 pp-f pno21. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9595 Rhetoricians call this an Artificiall prohibition, by a concession; Rhetoricians call this an Artificial prohibition, by a concession; n2 vvb d dt j n1, p-acp dt n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9596 or the admitting of another to doe that, which they know, he cannot doe when he hath done his utmost, or the admitting of Another to do that, which they know, he cannot do when he hath done his utmost, cc dt vvg pp-f j-jn pc-acp vdi d, r-crq pns32 vvb, pns31 vmbx vdi q-crq pns31 vhz vdn po31 j, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9597 or (as we say) hath left no stone unturn'd to doe it. or (as we say) hath left no stone unturned to do it. cc (c-acp pns12 vvb) vhz vvn dx n1 j pc-acp vdi pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9598 But I conceive, Elihu spake plainly to Job, and did not like a subtle Orator, put him upon impossibles, But I conceive, Elihu spoke plainly to Job, and did not like a subtle Orator, put him upon impossibles, p-acp pns11 vvb, np1 vvd av-j p-acp np1, cc vdd xx av-j dt j n1, vvd pno31 p-acp fw-fr, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9599 but like a sincere friend, soberly and seriously invited him to doe and say as much as was possible in his owne defence. but like a sincere friend, soberly and seriously invited him to do and say as much as was possible in his own defence. cc-acp av-j dt j n1, av-j cc av-j vvd pno31 pc-acp vdi cc vvi p-acp d c-acp vbds j p-acp po31 d n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9600 If thou hast any thing to say, answer me. Hence note. If thou hast any thing to say, answer me. Hence note. cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno11. av vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1556 Page 482
9601 Wise men though they have more to speake, and purpose to speake more, yet are willing that others should speake too. Wise men though they have more to speak, and purpose to speak more, yet Are willing that Others should speak too. j n2 cs pns32 vhb dc pc-acp vvi, cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc, av vbr vvg d n2-jn vmd vvi av. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1557 Page 482
9602 Though they can speake still, yet they are ready to sit still and heare. The most prudent speakers, are also patient hearers. Though they can speak still, yet they Are ready to fit still and hear. The most prudent Speakers, Are also patient hearers. cs pns32 vmb vvi av, av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi av cc vvi. dt av-ds j n2, vbr av j n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1558 Page 483
9603 Elihu when he began to speake ( Chap: 32.18, 19.) compared himselfe to a full bottle, he was even burdened with his owne conceptions. Elihu when he began to speak (Chap: 32.18, 19.) compared himself to a full Bottle, he was even burdened with his own conceptions. np1 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi (n1: crd, crd) vvd px31 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp po31 d n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1558 Page 483
9604 I am full of matter (sayd he there) the spirit within me constraineth me; I am full of matter (said he there) the Spirit within me constrains me; pns11 vbm j pp-f n1 (vvd pns31 a-acp) dt n1 p-acp pno11 vvz pno11; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1558 Page 483
9605 Behold, my belly is as wine which hath no vent, it is ready to burst like new bottles. Behold, my belly is as wine which hath no vent, it is ready to burst like new bottles. vvb, po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1 r-crq vhz dx n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av-j j n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1558 Page 483
9606 And though he had not halfe emptied himselfe, yet he could stop his vessel and containe himselfe. Answer me, I will heare. And though he had not half emptied himself, yet he could stop his vessel and contain himself. Answer me, I will hear. cc cs pns31 vhd xx av-jn vvn px31, av pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 cc vvi px31. vvb pno11, pns11 vmb vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1558 Page 483
9607 Though Elihu was warme in his worke, labouring tooth and nayle to convince and humble Job, and shew him wherein he had exceeded and offended, Though Elihu was warm in his work, labouring tooth and nail to convince and humble Job, and show him wherein he had exceeded and offended, cs np1 vbds j p-acp po31 n1, vvg n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc j np1, cc vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1558 Page 483
9608 though he was teaching him to give glory to God, and to ahhorre himselfe (as at last he did) repenting in dust and ashes, though he was teaching him to give glory to God, and to ahhorre himself (as At last he did) repenting in dust and Ashes, cs pns31 vbds vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi px31 (c-acp p-acp ord pns31 vdd) vvg p-acp n1 cc n2, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1558 Page 483
9609 yet he was unwilling to determine till he had heard him speake, if he had any thing to speake, yet he was unwilling to determine till he had herd him speak, if he had any thing to speak, av pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31 vvi, cs pns31 vhd d n1 pc-acp vvi, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1558 Page 483
9610 and a minde to speake it. Hence note. and a mind to speak it. Hence note. cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. av vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1558 Page 483
9611 'Tis but equall to give him leave to speake for himselfe, with whom we are unsatisfied. It's but equal to give him leave to speak for himself, with whom we Are unsatisfied. pn31|vbz p-acp j-jn pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vbr j-vvn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1559 Page 483
9612 How else can we either get satisfaction, or give an account why we remaine unsatisfied? We must not condemne any man in hast, How Else can we either get satisfaction, or give an account why we remain unsatisfied? We must not condemn any man in haste, c-crq av vmb pns12 d vvb n1, cc vvb dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvi j-vvn? pns12 vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9613 nor judge him till we have heard him. Necessary stops are no delayes. nor judge him till we have herd him. Necessary stops Are no delays. ccx vvi pno31 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pno31. j n2 vbr dx n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9614 They may procure not only a better but a speedier issue of our business, especially in matters of controversie. They may procure not only a better but a speedier issue of our business, especially in matters of controversy. pns32 vmb vvi xx av-j dt jc p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f po12 n1, av-j p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9615 Politicians have a rule, Take time and you may doe any thing. To make hast slowly is the surest way of making hast. Politicians have a Rule, Take time and you may do any thing. To make haste slowly is the Surest Way of making haste. n2 vhb dt n1, vvb n1 cc pn22 vmb vdi d n1. pc-acp vvi n1 av-j vbz dt js n1 pp-f vvg n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9616 Many a journeying man had rid more miles in a day, if he had not rid too fast. Many a journeying man had rid more miles in a day, if he had not rid too fast. av-d dt vvg n1 vhd vvn dc n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn av av-j. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9617 They who will doe all at once, or in a breath, often loose their breath, but seldome doe any thing, that's worth the doing. They who will do all At once, or in a breath, often lose their breath, but seldom do any thing, that's worth the doing. pns32 r-crq vmb vdi d p-acp a-acp, cc p-acp dt n1, av vvb po32 n1, cc-acp av vdb d n1, d|vbz j dt vdg. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9618 And as hastiness hinders us in doing, so it altogether unfits us for censuring. Time brings forth truth; And as hastiness hinders us in doing, so it altogether unfits us for censuring. Time brings forth truth; cc c-acp n1 vvz pno12 p-acp vdg, av pn31 av vvz pno12 p-acp vvg. n1 vvz av n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9619 a sentence deferred, may afterwards be given, but when it is once given, it cannot be recalled; a sentence deferred, may afterwards be given, but when it is once given, it cannot be Recalled; dt n1 vvn, vmb av vbi vvn, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vbz a-acp vvn, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9620 therefore it is good before we censure, to heare every man out; Therefore it is good before we censure, to hear every man out; av pn31 vbz j c-acp pns12 vvb, pc-acp vvi d n1 av; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9621 If this moderation and wel-tempered ingenuity were exercised in all our controversies with others, it would be a great helpe to the ending of controversies. If this moderation and well-tempered ingenuity were exercised in all our controversies with Others, it would be a great help to the ending of controversies. cs d n1 cc j n1 vbdr vvn p-acp d po12 n2 p-acp n2-jn, pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9622 And we should either see no reason to condemne many, or condemne them with more reason, had we patience to heare them. And we should either see no reason to condemn many, or condemn them with more reason, had we patience to hear them. cc pns12 vmd av-d vvb dx n1 pc-acp vvi d, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dc n1, vhd pns12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 483
9623 But when first, we will not heare an answer, or when secondly, we suppresse our opposites with power and violence, whom we cannot answer or convince by argument; But when First, we will not hear an answer, or when secondly, we suppress our opposites with power and violence, whom we cannot answer or convince by argument; p-acp r-crq ord, pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1, cc c-crq ord, pns12 vvi po12 n2-jn p-acp n1 cc n1, ro-crq pns12 vmbx vvi cc vvi p-acp n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 484
9624 or thirdly, when we interpret what they say in answer to the worst sence; or fourthly, when we are glad to finde any weakness or insufficiency in their answers, or Thirdly, when we interpret what they say in answer to the worst sense; or fourthly, when we Are glad to find any weakness or insufficiency in their answers, cc ord, c-crq pns12 vvb r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt js n1; cc j, c-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 484
9625 and are so hasty to condemne, that we will not give them leave to recollect their thoughts, and Are so hasty to condemn, that we will not give them leave to recollect their thoughts, cc vbr av j pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 484
9626 or thinke better on't to mend their answers, and explaine their meaning, either by speech or writing; or think better oned to mend their answers, and explain their meaning, either by speech or writing; cc vvb av-jc p-acp|pn31 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 484
9627 it is impossible breaches should be healed, & differences reconciled, or that ever we should come to a cleare & full understanding of one another. it is impossible Breaches should be healed, & differences reconciled, or that ever we should come to a clear & full understanding of one Another. pn31 vbz j n2 vmd vbi vvn, cc n2 vvn, cc cst av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f crd j-jn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 484
9628 This offer made by Elihu to Job is a good patterne, and shewes us how to deale with brethren in all such cases: This offer made by Elihu to Job is a good pattern, and shows us how to deal with brothers in all such cases: d n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1 vbz dt j n1, cc vvz pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp d d n2: (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 484
9629 and that which followeth sheweth the best and noblest ground of such amicable condiscentions, even a willingness not only to agree with but to embrace those from whom we differ. and that which follows shows the best and Noblest ground of such amicable condiscentions, even a willingness not only to agree with but to embrace those from whom we differ. cc cst r-crq vvz vvz dt js cc js n1 pp-f d j n2, av dt n1 xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pc-acp vvi d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 484
9630 That's the generall sence of what Elihu assureth Job, and would have him confident of in the next words. That's the general sense of what Elihu assureth Job, and would have him confident of in the next words. d|vbz dt j n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvz n1, cc vmd vhi pno31 j pp-f p-acp dt ord n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1560 Page 484
9632 I have not spoken all or any of these things to thee, because I would conquer thee, I have not spoken all or any of these things to thee, Because I would conquer thee, pns11 vhb xx vvn d cc d pp-f d n2 p-acp pno21, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pno21, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1561 Page 484
9633 nor doe I now provoke or invite thee to speake, because I have a mind to lye at catch, nor do I now provoke or invite thee to speak, Because I have a mind to lie At catch, ccx vdb pns11 av vvi cc vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns11 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1561 Page 484
9634 or entangle thee in thy answers, for I tell thee, my heart and my ayme in this overture, is, I (heartily) desire to justifie thee. or entangle thee in thy answers, for I tell thee, my heart and my aim in this overture, is, I (heartily) desire to justify thee. cc vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n2, c-acp pns11 vvb pno21, po11 n1 cc po11 n1 p-acp d n1, vbz, pns11 (av-j) vvb pc-acp vvi pno21. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1561 Page 484
9635 The word whereby Elihu expresseth this desire, signifieth more then a bare desire. It notes, first, an earnest desire, or strength of desire. The word whereby Elihu Expresses this desire, signifies more then a bore desire. It notes, First, an earnest desire, or strength of desire. dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz d vvb, vvz av-dc cs dt j n1. pn31 vvz, ord, dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1562 Page 484
9636 Secondly, A pleasing desire, or delightfull desire. The highest act of desire is delight; delight is the intention and strength of affection, or desire at rest. Secondly, A pleasing desire, or delightful desire. The highest act of desire is delight; delight is the intention and strength of affection, or desire At rest. ord, dt j-vvg n1, cc j n1. dt js n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1; n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1564 Page 484
9637 As if Elihu had sayd, I have not spoken out of ill will to thee, As if Elihu had said, I have not spoken out of ill will to thee, p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pns11 vhb xx vvn av pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp pno21, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1565 Page 484
9638 or desire of victory over thee, nor would any thing be more welcome newes to my soule, or desire of victory over thee, nor would any thing be more welcome news to my soul, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, ccx vmd d n1 vbi av-dc j-jn n1 p-acp po11 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1565 Page 484
9639 then to see just cause of justifying thee; then to see just cause of justifying thee; cs pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f vvg pno21; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1565 Page 484
9640 it doth not please me at all to prove that thou art not just, it would extreamly please me, it does not please me At all to prove that thou art not just, it would extremely please me, pn31 vdz xx vvi pno11 p-acp d pc-acp vvi cst pns21 vb2r xx j, pn31 vmd av-jn vvi pno11, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1565 Page 484
9641 even ravish my heart with joy if thou couldst prove thy selfe or thy cause so just and faultlesse, that nothing could be blamed or reproved in either. I desire to justifie thee. even ravish my heart with joy if thou Couldst prove thy self or thy cause so just and faultless, that nothing could be blamed or reproved in either. I desire to justify thee. av vvb po11 n1 p-acp n1 cs pns21 vmd2 vvi po21 n1 cc po21 n1 av j cc j, cst pix vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d. pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1565 Page 484
9642 That is, not only to judge thee a godly man, or a man fearing God (which I already doe) but to judge that thou hast in all things both done and spoken well, which as yet I doe not, That is, not only to judge thee a godly man, or a man fearing God (which I already do) but to judge that thou hast in all things both done and spoken well, which as yet I do not, cst vbz, xx av-j pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j n1, cc dt n1 vvg np1 (r-crq pns11 av vdb) cc-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns21 vh2 p-acp d n2 av-d vdn cc vvn av, r-crq c-acp av pns11 vdb xx, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1566 Page 484
9643 nor can, unlesse thou shewest me better reason for it then hitherto thou hast done. To justifie another is foure wayes applyed in Scripture; nor can, unless thou shewest me better reason for it then hitherto thou hast done. To justify Another is foure ways applied in Scripture; ccx vmb, cs pns21 vv2 pno11 av-jc n1 p-acp pn31 av av pns21 vh2 vdn. pc-acp vvi j-jn vbz crd n2 vvd p-acp n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1566 Page 485
9644 as was shewed more largely at the second verse of the former Chapter. as was showed more largely At the second verse of the former Chapter. c-acp vbds vvn av-dc av-j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1566 Page 485
9645 First and chiefly 'tis applyed or attributed to God himselfe ( Rom: 8.33.) It is God that justifieth. First and chiefly it's applied or attributed to God himself (Rom: 8.33.) It is God that Justifieth. np1 cc av-jn pn31|vbz vvd cc vvn p-acp np1 px31 (np1: crd.) pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1567 Page 485
9646 God puts man into a state of justification, he justifieth his person so fully, that none can (of right) lay any thing to his charge, much lesse condemne him upon any charge layd against him. God puts man into a state of justification, he Justifieth his person so Fully, that none can (of right) lay any thing to his charge, much less condemn him upon any charge laid against him. np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 av av-j, cst pix vmb (pp-f j-jn) vvd d n1 p-acp po31 n1, av-d av-dc vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1567 Page 485
9647 Secondly, Man justifieth God ( Luke 7.29, 30.) And all the people that heard him, Secondly, Man Justifieth God (Lycia 7.29, 30.) And all the people that herd him, ord, n1 vvz np1 (av crd, crd) cc d dt n1 cst vvd pno31, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1568 Page 485
9648 and the Publicans justified God, being baptized with the baptisme of John. God himselfe who is the Judge of all men, is condemned by many men; and the Publicans justified God, being baptised with the Baptism of John. God himself who is the Judge of all men, is condemned by many men; cc dt n2 vvn np1, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 px31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, vbz vvn p-acp d n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1568 Page 485
9649 and when things are at worst, he alwayes hath some to justifie him. and when things Are At worst, he always hath Some to justify him. cc q-crq n2 vbr p-acp js, pns31 av vhz d pc-acp vvi pno31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1568 Page 485
9650 Man justifieth God when he honoureth God, taking his part, and owning both his power and his righteousnesse in whatsoever he doth. Man Justifieth God when he Honoureth God, taking his part, and owning both his power and his righteousness in whatsoever he does. n1 vvz np1 c-crq pns31 vvz np1, vvg po31 n1, cc vvg d po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1568 Page 485
9651 It is impossible God should be unjust, and God is pleased to say, we justifie him, It is impossible God should be unjust, and God is pleased to say, we justify him, pn31 vbz j np1 vmd vbi j, cc np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, pns12 vvb pno31, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1568 Page 485
9653 Thirdly, Man justifieth himselfe, when he is either lifted up proudly in the thoughts of what he is or hath done well ( Luke 18.11.) or when he upon good grounds can maintaine that to be well done which he hath done. Thirdly, Man Justifieth himself, when he is either lifted up proudly in the thoughts of what he is or hath done well (Lycia 18.11.) or when he upon good grounds can maintain that to be well done which he hath done. ord, n1 vvz px31, c-crq pns31 vbz av-d vvn a-acp av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz cc vhz vdn av (av crd.) cc c-crq pns31 p-acp j n2 vmb vvi cst pc-acp vbi av vdn r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1569 Page 485
9654 Fourthly, Man justifieth man, when he either consents to, or approves of what he hath done or spoken, Fourthly, Man Justifieth man, when he either consents to, or approves of what he hath done or spoken, ord, n1 vvz n1, c-crq pns31 av-d vvz p-acp, cc vvz pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vdn cc vvn, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9655 whether it be good or bad; whither it be good or bad; cs pn31 vbb j cc j; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9656 he that approves of a man justifies him, though the man be unjust. ( Prov. 17.15.) He that justifieth the wicked, he that approves of a man Justifies him, though the man be unjust. (Curae 17.15.) He that Justifieth the wicked, pns31 cst vvz pp-f dt n1 vvz pno31, cs dt n1 vbb j. (np1 crd.) pns31 cst vvz dt j, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9657 and he that condemneth the just, even they both are an abomination unto the Lord. and he that Condemneth the just, even they both Are an abomination unto the Lord. cc pns31 cst vvz dt j, av pns32 d vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9658 Let a man be never so wicked, and doe never so wickedly, some through ignorance of his wickednesse, Let a man be never so wicked, and do never so wickedly, Some through ignorance of his wickedness, vvb dt n1 vbi av-x av j, cc vdb av av av-j, d p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9659 and others through love to and liking of his wickednesse, (being such themselves) will approve of him, and Others through love to and liking of his wickedness, (being such themselves) will approve of him, cc n2-jn p-acp n1 p-acp cc n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, (vbg d px32) vmb vvi pp-f pno31, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9660 and give him their good word. But (as Christ speaks, Math. 11.19.) Wisdome is justified of her children; and give him their good word. But (as christ speaks, Math. 11.19.) Wisdom is justified of her children; cc vvb pno31 po32 j n1. cc-acp (c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd.) n1 vbz vvn pp-f po31 n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9661 that is, the true lovers and followers of wisdome, having a right knowledge and estimation of her worth, will stand by her, that is, the true lovers and followers of Wisdom, having a right knowledge and estimation of her worth, will stand by her, cst vbz, dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vhg dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9662 and speake for her, when slighted by the blind and unknowing world. and speak for her, when slighted by the blind and unknowing world. cc vvi p-acp pno31, c-crq vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9663 And as this is true of declarative wisdome, so especially of Christ, who is essentiall wisdome. His children highly prize and justifie him, And as this is true of declarative Wisdom, so especially of christ, who is essential Wisdom. His children highly prize and justify him, cc c-acp d vbz j pp-f j n1, av av-j pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j n1. po31 n2 av-j n1 cc vvi pno31, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9664 while the world condemns and contemns him. In this fourth sence Elihu is to be understood here, I desire to justifie thee; while the world condemns and contemns him. In this fourth sense Elihu is to be understood Here, I desire to justify thee; cs dt n1 vvz cc vvz pno31. p-acp d ord n1 np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 485
9665 that is, to give testimony unto thee, or subscribe thy certificate, that thou art worthy of commendation. that is, to give testimony unto thee, or subscribe thy certificate, that thou art worthy of commendation. cst vbz, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno21, cc vvb po21 n1, cst pns21 vb2r j pp-f n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9666 Though Elihu was a man of a very warme and keene spirit, full of fire, Though Elihu was a man of a very warm and keen Spirit, full of fire, cs np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j j cc j n1, j pp-f n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9667 and mettle, yet he discovered a very honest bent, and a well governed intention towards Job, in saying, I desire to justifie thee; and mettle, yet he discovered a very honest bent, and a well governed intention towards Job, in saying, I desire to justify thee; cc n1, av pns31 vvd dt j j n1, cc dt av vvd n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9668 for 'tis as if he had said; for it's as if he had said; p-acp pn31|vbz c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9669 It would not please me at all to see cause of further censure, but it would please me fully to see cause of approving and acquitting thee. It would not please me At all to see cause of further censure, but it would please me Fully to see cause of approving and acquitting thee. pn31 vmd xx vvi pno11 p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f jc n1, cc-acp pn31 vmd vvi pno11 av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg pno21. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9670 Therefore doe but state thy case and make out the merits of it, and I shall yield so soon as I see cause. Therefore do but state thy case and make out the merits of it, and I shall yield so soon as I see cause. av vdb p-acp n1 po21 n1 cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f pn31, cc pns11 vmb vvi av av c-acp pns11 vvb n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9671 So then, Elihu did not carry himself in this business, first, as a party, or as one that had taken a side, So then, Elihu did not carry himself in this business, First, as a party, or as one that had taken a side, av av, np1 vdd xx vvi px31 p-acp d n1, ord, c-acp dt n1, cc c-acp pi cst vhd vvn dt n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9672 and was resolved to hold it (as some doe) right or wrong, because he had appeared in it. and was resolved to hold it (as Some do) right or wrong, Because he had appeared in it. cc vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 (c-acp d vdb) vvi cc n-jn, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9673 Nor Secondly, was he hurryed by passion, or intemperance of spirit. Nor Thirdly, was he hood-winkt by prejudice, or fore-stalled by his opinion against the person. Nor Secondly, was he hurried by passion, or intemperance of Spirit. Nor Thirdly, was he hoodwinked by prejudice, or forestalled by his opinion against the person. ccx ord, vbds pns31 vvd p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. ccx ord, vbds pns31 j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9674 Nor Fourthly, was he engaged by love to contention or hopes of victory. Nor Fifthly, was he purposed to suppresse smother or keepe downe the truth. Nor Fourthly, was he engaged by love to contention or hope's of victory. Nor Fifthly, was he purposed to suppress smother or keep down the truth. ccx ord, vbds pns31 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n2 pp-f n1. ccx ord, vbds pns31 vvn pc-acp vvi vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9675 Nor Sixthly, had he any desire to asperse Job, and make him appear black. Nor Seventhly, had he a mind to grieve the man, or burthen him with accusations; Nor Sixthly, had he any desire to asperse Job, and make him appear black. Nor Seventhly, had he a mind to grieve the man, or burden him with accusations; ccx j, vhd pns31 d n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi pno31 vvi j-jn. ccx crd, vhd pns31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 pno31 p-acp n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9676 but declared a cleare candor and much melting compassion towards his afflicted Antagonist, hungring and thirsting, but declared a clear candor and much melting compassion towards his afflicted Antagonist, hungering and thirsting, cc-acp vvd dt j n1 cc d j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, j-vvg cc vvg, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9677 yea even longing for a just occasion to justifie him. yea even longing for a just occasion to justify him. uh j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1570 Page 486
9678 Some, I grant, expound this word justifie, as used here by Elihu in a very bare and barren sence, some, I grant, expound this word justify, as used Here by Elihu in a very bore and barren sense, d, pns11 vvb, vvb d n1 vvi, a-acp vvd av p-acp np1 p-acp dt j j cc j n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1571 Page 486
9679 as if it implyed only thus much, I will doe thee right, or I have no mind to doe thee wrong; as if it employed only thus much, I will do thee right, or I have no mind to do thee wrong; c-acp cs pn31 vvd av-j av av-d, pns11 vmb vdi pno21 av-jn, cc pns11 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vdi pno21 j-jn; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1571 Page 486
9680 but surely the word is much more fruitfull, and beares the signification of a great willingness in Elihu to render Job as faire as possibly he could, but surely the word is much more fruitful, and bears the signification of a great willingness in Elihu to render Job as fair as possibly he could, p-acp av-j dt n1 vbz d dc j, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j c-acp av-j pns31 vmd, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1571 Page 486
9681 or as his cause would beare to all the world; or as his cause would bear to all the world; cc p-acp po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1571 Page 486
9682 he waited to understand so much of him and by him, as might enable him to say, he had neither spoken nor done any thing amisse. Hence note, First. he waited to understand so much of him and by him, as might enable him to say, he had neither spoken nor done any thing amiss. Hence note, First. pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi av d pp-f pno31 cc p-acp pno31, c-acp vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vhd av-dx vvn ccx vdn d n1 av. av vvi, ord. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1571 Page 486
9683 A good man is glad to see any mans cause or case prove good, or better then he thought it. A good man is glad to see any men cause or case prove good, or better then he Thought it. dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi d ng1 n1 cc n1 vvb j, cc jc cs pns31 vvd pn31. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1572 Page 486
9684 The Apostle giving severall Characters of Gospell love or charity, saith (1 Cor. 13.6.) It rejoyceth not in iniquity, but rejoyceth in the truth. The Apostle giving several Characters of Gospel love or charity, Says (1 Cor. 13.6.) It Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but Rejoiceth in the truth. dt n1 vvg j n2 pp-f n1 n1 cc n1, vvz (vvd np1 crd.) pn31 vvz xx p-acp n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1573 Page 486
9685 As charity rejoyceth not in the doing of iniquity, so neither doth it, when others are found to have done iniquity. As charity Rejoiceth not in the doing of iniquity, so neither does it, when Others Are found to have done iniquity. p-acp n1 vvz xx p-acp dt vdg pp-f n1, av d vdz pn31, c-crq n2-jn vbr vvn pc-acp vhi vdn n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1573 Page 486
9686 But it rejoyceth much, when any who are either suspected or charged with iniquity, are upon due tryall found cleare and acquitted. But it Rejoiceth much, when any who Are either suspected or charged with iniquity, Are upon due trial found clear and acquitted. p-acp pn31 vvz av-d, c-crq d r-crq vbr d vvn cc vvd p-acp n1, vbr p-acp j-jn n1 vvd j cc vvn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1573 Page 487
9687 Paul wished that all who heard him had been not only almost but altogether such as he, Paul wished that all who herd him had been not only almost but altogether such as he, np1 vvd cst d r-crq vvd pno31 vhd vbn xx av-j av cc-acp av d c-acp pns31, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1573 Page 487
9688 except his bonds, ( Acts 26.29.) It is a great argument that a man is good and just, except his bonds, (Acts 26.29.) It is a great argument that a man is good and just, c-acp po31 n2, (n2 crd.) pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst dt n1 vbz j cc j, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1573 Page 487
9689 when he heartily wisheth that he who hath given occasion to others to think ill of him, may at last appeare better then they thought him. Secondly note. when he heartily wishes that he who hath given occasion to Others to think ill of him, may At last appear better then they Thought him. Secondly note. c-crq pns31 av-j vvz cst pns31 r-crq vhz vvn n1 p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi av-jn pp-f pno31, vmb p-acp ord vvi jc cs pns32 vvd pno31. ord n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1573 Page 487
9690 A good man seekes not victory but truth, and the good of those he deals with. A good man seeks not victory but truth, and the good of those he deals with. dt j n1 vvz xx n1 p-acp n1, cc dt j pp-f d pns31 vvz p-acp. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1574 Page 487
9691 When he contends earnestly with others, he desires as earnestly that truth may gaine by that contention. When he contends earnestly with Others, he Desires as earnestly that truth may gain by that contention. c-crq pns31 vvz av-j p-acp n2-jn, pns31 vvz c-acp av-j cst n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9692 Where a spirit of strife & uncharitableness possesseth the minds of many men, they love to be vexing & trampling upon those they deale with, rather then helping and enforming them. Where a Spirit of strife & uncharitableness Possesses the minds of many men, they love to be vexing & trampling upon those they deal with, rather then helping and informing them. c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f d n2, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvg cc vvg p-acp d pns32 vvb p-acp, av-c cs vvg cc vvg pno32. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9693 This evill spirit is the familiar of this age; This evil Spirit is the familiar of this age; d j-jn n1 vbz dt j-jn pp-f d n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9694 That which the Apostle spake ( Phil. 1.15.) of not a few who had the name of Gospel Ministers ( some preach Christ even of envy and strife, That which the Apostle spoke (Philip 1.15.) of not a few who had the name of Gospel Ministers (Some preach christ even of envy and strife, cst r-crq dt n1 vvd (np1 crd.) pp-f xx av d r-crq vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 n2 (d vvb np1 av pp-f n1 cc n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9695 and some also of good will; and Some also of good will; cc d av pp-f j n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9696 the one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely) the same may be said of many disputers and polemicall writers; the one preach christ of contention, not sincerely) the same may be said of many disputers and polemical writers; dt crd vvi np1 pp-f n1, xx av-j) dt d vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n2 cc j n2; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9697 they doe it enviously, they doe it out of love to strife and contention, not out of love either to truth or to those with whom they contend and strive; they do it enviously, they do it out of love to strife and contention, not out of love either to truth or to those with whom they contend and strive; pns32 vdb pn31 av-j, pns32 vdb pn31 av pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, xx av pp-f n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9698 this is a bad spirit, a spirit far unlike that which ruled in Elihu, who wished that the sharpest reprehensions he gave Job, might end in his justification. this is a bad Spirit, a Spirit Far unlike that which ruled in Elihu, who wished that the Sharpest reprehensions he gave Job, might end in his justification. d vbz dt j n1, dt n1 av-j av-j cst r-crq vvd p-acp np1, r-crq vvd cst dt js n2 pns31 vvd np1, vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9699 There should be such a spirit in man contending with man, as there is in God contending with man; There should be such a Spirit in man contending with man, as there is in God contending with man; pc-acp vmd vbi d dt n1 p-acp n1 vvg p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp np1 vvg p-acp n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9700 who doth not thunder against sinners, because he would have them perish, or delighteth in their destruction; who does not thunder against Sinners, Because he would have them perish, or delights in their destruction; r-crq vdz xx vvi p-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvi, cc vvz p-acp po32 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9701 but doth it, first, to awaken them; secondly, to humble them; thirdly, to convert them; fourthly, to justifie them; but does it, First, to awaken them; secondly, to humble them; Thirdly, to convert them; fourthly, to justify them; cc-acp vdz pn31, ord, pc-acp vvi pno32; ord, pc-acp vvi pno32; ord, pc-acp vvi pno32; j, pc-acp vvi pno32; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9702 and lastly, to save them for ever. and lastly, to save them for ever. cc ord, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp av. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9703 I write not these things (saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 4.14.) to shame you, but as my beloved sons I warne you. I write not these things (Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 4.14.) to shame you, but as my Beloved Sons I warn you. pns11 vvb xx d n2 (vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd.) pc-acp vvi pn22, cc-acp c-acp po11 j-vvn n2 pns11 vvb pn22. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9704 As if he had said, I intend not to asperse you, or throw dirt upon you, As if he had said, I intend not to asperse you, or throw dirt upon you, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pn22, cc vvb n1 p-acp pn22, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9705 but only advise you to wipe off the dirt that is cast upon you, or to keep your selves out of the dirt. but only Advice you to wipe off the dirt that is cast upon you, or to keep your selves out of the dirt. cc-acp av-j vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22, cc pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av pp-f dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9706 I would either be a means to cleanse you, or provoke you to preserve your selves cleane. Note Thirdly. I would either be a means to cleanse you, or provoke you to preserve your selves clean. Note Thirdly. pns11 vmd d vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av-j. n1 ord. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1575 Page 487
9707 It is our duty to justifie those whom we oppose, when they can clear themselves. As Elihu spake very ingeniously, so not at all beyond his duty; It is our duty to justify those whom we oppose, when they can clear themselves. As Elihu spoke very ingeniously, so not At all beyond his duty; pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns12 vvb, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi px32. p-acp np1 vvd av av-j, av xx p-acp d p-acp po31 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1576 Page 487
9708 we should be glad when they whom we have suspected or charged appeare faire, or better then we suspected; we should be glad when they whom we have suspected or charged appear fair, or better then we suspected; pns12 vmd vbi j c-crq pns32 ro-crq pns12 vhb vvn cc vvd vvi j, cc jc cs pns12 vvd; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9709 he that doth so must be justified: he that does so must be justified: pns31 cst vdz av vmb vbi vvn: (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9710 as we must not hold the truth of God, so we must not hold the credit of our neighbour in unrighteousness. as we must not hold the truth of God, so we must not hold the credit of our neighbour in unrighteousness. c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9711 We should have three ends in dealing and debating with others. First, to convince them of their errours and sins. We should have three ends in dealing and debating with Others. First, to convince them of their errors and Sins. pns12 vmd vhi crd n2 p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp n2-jn. ord, pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9712 Secondly, to recover them out of sin and errour. Secondly, to recover them out of since and error. ord, pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f n1 cc n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9713 Thirdly, to acquit them in what they appeare and can approve themselves not to have sinned or erred. Thirdly, to acquit them in what they appear and can approve themselves not to have sinned or erred. ord, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb cc vmb vvi px32 xx pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9714 Elihu aimed at and attained the first and second in his debate with Job; and it would have been a greater contentment to him, Elihu aimed At and attained the First and second in his debate with Job; and it would have been a greater contentment to him, np1 vvn p-acp cc vvd dt ord cc ord p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1; cc pn31 vmd vhi vbn dt jc n1 p-acp pno31, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9715 if (there being no need of those two) he had seene cause only to have done the third. if (there being no need of those two) he had seen cause only to have done the third. cs (pc-acp vbg dx n1 pp-f d crd) pns31 vhd vvn n1 av-j pc-acp vhi vdn dt ord. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9717 Vers. 33. If not, hearken unto me, hold thy peace, and I shall teach thee wisdome. Vers. 33. If not, harken unto me, hold thy peace, and I shall teach thee Wisdom. np1 crd cs xx, vvb p-acp pno11, vvb po21 n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1577 Page 488
9718 Elihu having desired Job to speake, and he either refusing or having nothing to say, he re-assumed and re-inforced his former counsell. Elihu having desired Job to speak, and he either refusing or having nothing to say, he reassumed and reinforced his former counsel. np1 vhg vvn np1 pc-acp vvi, cc pns31 av-d vvg cc vhg pix pc-acp vvi, pns31 j cc j po31 j n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1578 Page 488
9719 Hearken unto me, hold thy peace. Harken unto me, hold thy peace. vvb p-acp pno11, vvb po21 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1578 Page 488
9720 These words were opened, ( v. 31.) therefore I need not stay upon them here; These words were opened, (v. 31.) Therefore I need not stay upon them Here; d n2 vbdr vvn, (n1 crd) av pns11 vvb xx vvi p-acp pno32 av; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1579 Page 488
9721 If not, hearken &c. and indeed what should they doe but hear and submit, who have nothing to answer or reply? especially when so gainfull an overture is made them for their encouragement to hear, If not, harken etc. and indeed what should they do but hear and submit, who have nothing to answer or reply? especially when so gainful an overture is made them for their encouragement to hear, cs xx, vvb av cc av q-crq vmd pns32 vdb p-acp vvi cc vvi, r-crq vhb pix pc-acp vvi cc n1? av-j c-crq av j dt n1 vbz vvn pno32 p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1579 Page 488
9722 as Elihu made Job in the next words, which are also the last of this discourse. as Elihu made Job in the next words, which Are also the last of this discourse. c-acp np1 vvd np1 p-acp dt ord n2, r-crq vbr av dt ord pp-f d n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1579 Page 488
9723 And I shall teach thee wisdome. And I shall teach thee Wisdom. cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1579 Page 488
9724 Elihu may seeme to take much upon him, and shew himself very confident, when he thus undertook and promised to teach Job wisdome; Elihu may seem to take much upon him, and show himself very confident, when he thus undertook and promised to teach Job Wisdom; np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno31, cc vvi px31 av j, c-crq pns31 av vvd cc vvd pc-acp vvi n1 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1580 Page 488
9725 yet doubtless the ground of his confidence was not in himselfe, but in Gods assistance; and in Jobs humble silence. yet doubtless the ground of his confidence was not in himself, but in God's assistance; and in Jobs humble silence. av av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds xx p-acp px31, cc-acp p-acp ng1 n1; cc p-acp n2 j n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1580 Page 488
9726 As if he had said, I see thou wilt not speake, but heare, hear then, and I shall teach thee wisdome; As if he had said, I see thou wilt not speak, but hear, hear then, and I shall teach thee Wisdom; p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb pns21 vm2 xx vvi, cc-acp vvb, vvb av, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1580 Page 488
9727 for God (I hope) will be with us in this matter, and both open my mouth to speak, for God (I hope) will be with us in this matter, and both open my Mouth to speak, p-acp np1 (pns11 vvb) vmb vbi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, cc av-d vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1580 Page 488
9728 and thine eares to hear that which is wisdome indeed; and thine ears to hear that which is Wisdom indeed; cc po21 n2 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz n1 av; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1580 Page 488
9729 having given thee a heart to receive instruction, he will instruct thee to profit, and make thee wise to know t•y duty and doe it, by my ministry, having given thee a heart to receive instruction, he will instruct thee to profit, and make thee wise to know t•y duty and do it, by my Ministry, vhg vvn pno21 dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno21 j pc-acp vvi j n1 cc vdb pn31, p-acp po11 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1580 Page 489
9730 though a weake and unworthy instrument in his hand. I shall teach thee wisdome. The word which we render to teach in another conjugation signifieth to learne; though a weak and unworthy Instrument in his hand. I shall teach thee Wisdom. The word which we render to teach in Another conjugation signifies to Learn; cs dt j cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1. pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvb p-acp j-jn n1 vvz pc-acp vvi; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1580 Page 489
9731 and the Nowne signifieth a leader, or governour. As that first letter Aleph in the Hebrew Alphabet is the leading letter to all that follow, and the Noun signifies a leader, or governor. As that First Letter Aleph in the Hebrew Alphabet is the leading Letter to all that follow, cc dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc n1. p-acp cst ord n1 np1 p-acp dt njp n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d cst vvb, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1581 Page 489
9732 so a Teacher should be a leader, he should goe before those that heare him, by good example as well as by wholsome doctrine. so a Teacher should be a leader, he should go before those that hear him, by good Exampl as well as by wholesome Doctrine. av dt n1 vmd vbi dt n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d cst vvb pno31, p-acp j n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp j n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1581 Page 489
9733 Be thou an example of the Beleevers, saith the Apostle Timothy (1 Epist. 4.12) who was set up in the Church of Ephesus a Teacher and an Instructer. Be thou an Exampl of the Believers, Says the Apostle Timothy (1 Epistle 4.12) who was Set up in the Church of Ephesus a Teacher and an Instructer. vbb pns21 dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vvz dt n1 np1 (crd np1 crd) r-crq vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 cc dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1581 Page 489
9734 Further, when Elihu saith, I will teach thee wisdome; Further, when Elihu Says, I will teach thee Wisdom; jc, c-crq np1 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1582 Page 489
9735 his meaning is, I shall acquaint thee with that which may make thee wise, or I shall shew thee wherein true wisdome doth consist. his meaning is, I shall acquaint thee with that which may make thee wise, or I shall show thee wherein true Wisdom does consist. po31 n1 vbz, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi pno21 j, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 c-crq j n1 vdz vvi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1582 Page 489
9736 And that consists chiefly in these two things. First, in the knowledge of our selves; Secondly, in the knowledge of God; And that consists chiefly in these two things. First, in the knowledge of our selves; Secondly, in the knowledge of God; cc cst vvz av-jn p-acp d crd n2. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1582 Page 489
9756 and God testified of Job that he feared him, and eschewed evill, in the first verse of this Booke; and God testified of Job that he feared him, and Eschewed evil, in the First verse of this Book; cc np1 vvd pp-f np1 d pns31 vvd pno31, cc vvd j-jn, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1585 Page 490
9737 As if Elihu had said, I doubt not but I shall make thee know more fully what thou art, as also who God is. As if Elihu had said, I doubt not but I shall make thee know more Fully what thou art, as also who God is. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb xx cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno21 vvi av-dc av-j r-crq pns21 vb2r, c-acp av r-crq n1 vbz. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1582 Page 489
9738 And it plainly appeares in the close, that Job got a fuller light in both by what Elihu said to him: And it plainly appears in the close, that Job god a fuller Light in both by what Elihu said to him: cc pn31 av-j vvz p-acp dt j, cst n1 vvd dt jc n1 p-acp d p-acp r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31: (20) chapter (DIV2) 1582 Page 489
9739 He got a suller soul-sight of the soveraignty and highnesse of God, and a deeper humiliation in the sight of his own sinfullness and vilenesse. He god a suller soul-sight of the sovereignty and highness of God, and a Deeper humiliation in the sighed of his own sinfulness and vileness. pns31 vvd dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc dt jc-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1582 Page 489
9740 He that hath learned and is in the power of these two lessons, is questionless a wise man; He that hath learned and is in the power of these two Lessons, is questionless a wise man; pns31 cst vhz vvn cc vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, vbz j dt j n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1582 Page 489
9741 and he that faithfully teacheth these two lessons doth not at all over-rate his doctrine if he call it wisdome, and he that faithfully Teaches these two Lessons does not At all overrate his Doctrine if he call it Wisdom, cc pns31 cst av-j vvz d crd n2 vdz xx p-acp d n1 po31 n1 cs pns31 vvb pn31 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1582 Page 489
9742 nor doth he put too high a title upon his paines and endeavours, if he saith to his Auditors or Schollars, I will teach or have taught you wisdome. nor does he put too high a title upon his pains and endeavours, if he Says to his Auditors or Scholars, I will teach or have taught you Wisdom. ccx vdz pns31 vvi av j dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cs pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, pns11 vmb vvi cc vhb vvn pn22 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1582 Page 489
9743 Lastly, When Elihu said, I will teach thee wisdome; we must not conceive that he looked upon Job as unwise or ignorant; Lastly, When Elihu said, I will teach thee Wisdom; we must not conceive that he looked upon Job as unwise or ignorant; ord, c-crq np1 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1; pns12 vmb xx vvi cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp j cc j; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1583 Page 489
9744 Elihu knew well enough he had not to doe with a child or an ideot, Elihu knew well enough he had not to do with a child or an idiot, np1 vvd av av-d pns31 vhd xx pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1583 Page 489
9745 but with a man of knowledge, with a man who was skilfull in the word of righteousnesse, whose senses (as the Apostle expresseth it, Heb. 5.14.) were exercised to discern both good and evill. but with a man of knowledge, with a man who was skilful in the word of righteousness, whose Senses (as the Apostle Expresses it, Hebrew 5.14.) were exercised to discern both good and evil. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n2 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd.) vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi d j cc j-jn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1583 Page 489
9746 His meaning then, when he said I will teach thee wisdome, was only this, I will teach thee to be wiser and more knowing in some necessary truths, His meaning then, when he said I will teach thee Wisdom, was only this, I will teach thee to be Wiser and more knowing in Some necessary truths, po31 n1 av, c-crq pns31 vvd pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1, vbds av-j d, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 pc-acp vbi jc cc av-dc vvg p-acp d j n2, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1583 Page 489
9747 then as yet thou art, or at least, hast appeared to be. then as yet thou art, or At least, hast appeared to be. av c-acp av pns21 vb2r, cc p-acp ds, vh2 vvd pc-acp vbi. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1583 Page 489
9748 Or we may give his sence in the language of the Apostle, (2 Cor. 1.24.) I will teach thee wisdome, not as having dominion over thy faith, Or we may give his sense in the language of the Apostle, (2 Cor. 1.24.) I will teach thee Wisdom, not as having dominion over thy faith, cc pns12 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (crd np1 crd.) pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1, xx p-acp vhg n1 p-acp po21 n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1583 Page 489
9749 but as a helper of thy joy. Hence note, First. but as a helper of thy joy. Hence note, First. cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. av vvi, ord. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1583 Page 489
9750 There are none so wise, none so holy, but they may learne more wisdome, to be yet more holy. There Are none so wise, none so holy, but they may Learn more Wisdom, to be yet more holy. pc-acp vbr pix av j, pix av j, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi dc n1, pc-acp vbi av av-dc j. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1584 Page 490
9751 'Tis out of question, he was never good, who thinks he can be no better; nor doth he yet know any thing aright, who saith he needs know no more. It's out of question, he was never good, who thinks he can be no better; nor does he yet know any thing aright, who Says he needs know no more. pn31|vbz av pp-f n1, pns31 vbds av-x j, r-crq vvz pns31 vmb vbi av-dx av-jc; ccx vdz pns31 av vvi d n1 av, r-crq vvz pns31 av vvi av-dx av-dc. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1585 Page 490
9752 It is very sad (which is the case of many, 2 Tim. 3.7.) to be ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth: It is very sad (which is the case of many, 2 Tim. 3.7.) to be ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth: pn31 vbz av j (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d, crd np1 crd.) pc-acp vbi av vvg, cc av-x j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (20) chapter (DIV2) 1585 Page 490
9753 Yet they who (through grace) have been enabled to come to the knowledge of the truth must be ever learning; Yet they who (through grace) have been enabled to come to the knowledge of the truth must be ever learning; av pns32 r-crq (p-acp n1) vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi av vvg; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1585 Page 490
9754 and the more any man doth know, the more he seeth his need, and the more willing he is, to be taught and know more. and the more any man does know, the more he sees his need, and the more willing he is, to be taught and know more. cc dt av-dc d n1 vdz vvi, dt av-dc pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc dt av-dc j pns31 vbz, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvi av-dc. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1585 Page 490
9755 The feare of God that is wisdome, saith Job, (Chap. 28.28.) and to depart from evill, is understanding; The Fear of God that is Wisdom, Says Job, (Chap. 28.28.) and to depart from evil, is understanding; dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz n1, vvz n1, (np1 crd.) cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, vbz vvg; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1585 Page 490
9777 The way of God is wisdome, and they whom God teacheth shall undoubtedly learne it. Lastly. The Way of God is Wisdom, and they whom God Teaches shall undoubtedly Learn it. Lastly. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, cc pns32 r-crq np1 vvz vmb av-j vvi pn31. ord. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1592 Page 491
9757 now if so wise, so good a man as Job might learne wisdome, let none think themselves too wise or too good to learne. Secondly, Note. now if so wise, so good a man as Job might Learn Wisdom, let none think themselves too wise or too good to Learn. Secondly, Note. av cs av j, av j dt n1 c-acp n1 vmd vvi n1, vvb pix vvi px32 av j cc av j pc-acp vvi. ord, n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1585 Page 490
9758 True wisdome consists in the true knowledge of our selves, and of God. True Wisdom consists in the true knowledge of our selves, and of God. j n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc pp-f np1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1586 Page 490
9759 This was the theame or subject upon which Elihu insisted, he was not teaching Job humane, philosophicall, This was the theme or Subject upon which Elihu insisted, he was not teaching Job humane, philosophical, d vbds dt n1 cc n-jn p-acp r-crq np1 vvd, pns31 vbds xx vvg np1 j, j, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1587 Page 490
9760 or naturall wisdome, but heavenly and divine wisdome; or natural Wisdom, but heavenly and divine Wisdom; cc j n1, cc-acp j cc j-jn n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1587 Page 490
9761 the greatest meere naturall Philosophers in the world ▪ (which title sounds them, lovers of wisdome ) were meere strangers to that, which we call true wisdom; the greatest mere natural Philosophers in the world ▪ (which title sounds them, lovers of Wisdom) were mere Strangers to that, which we call true Wisdom; dt js j j n2 p-acp dt n1 ▪ (r-crq n1 vvz pno32, n2 pp-f n1) vbdr j n2 p-acp d, r-crq pns12 vvb j n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1587 Page 490
9762 and (as the Apostle chargeth them, Rom. 1.21, 22.) became vain in their imaginations, and (as the Apostle charges them, Rom. 1.21, 22.) became vain in their Imaginations, cc (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno32, np1 crd, crd) vvd j p-acp po32 n2, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1587 Page 490
9763 and their foolish heart was darkened, professing themselves to be wise, they became fools. Thirdly, Note. and their foolish heart was darkened, professing themselves to be wise, they became Fools. Thirdly, Note. cc po32 j n1 vbds vvn, vvg px32 pc-acp vbi j, pns32 vvd n2. ord, n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1587 Page 490
9764 There is nothing worth the learning or knowing, but that which makes us truly wise. For that only sheweth us the way to be truly happy. There is nothing worth the learning or knowing, but that which makes us truly wise. For that only shows us the Way to be truly happy. pc-acp vbz pix j dt n1 cc vvg, cc-acp cst r-crq vvz pno12 av-j j. p-acp cst av-j vvz pno12 dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j j. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1588 Page 490
9765 'Tis our wisdome to work for a right end, and that work can never attaine its end but by the choyce of right means. It's our Wisdom to work for a right end, and that work can never attain its end but by the choice of right means. pn31|vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc d n1 vmb av-x vvi po31 n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1589 Page 490
9766 Through desire (saith Solomon, Prov. 18.1.) a man having separated himself, seeketh and intermedleth with all wisdome. Through desire (Says Solomon, Curae 18.1.) a man having separated himself, seeks and intermeddleth with all Wisdom. p-acp n1 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) dt n1 vhg vvn px31, vvz cc vvz p-acp d n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1589 Page 490
9767 The desire of all things (say Naturalists) especially of all men runs out to good. The desire of all things (say Naturalists) especially of all men runs out to good. dt n1 pp-f d n2 (vvb n2) av-j pp-f d n2 vvz av p-acp j. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1589 Page 491
9768 And the better any man is, the better is that good which he desireth, yea if any man be truly good he desireth that which is best; And the better any man is, the better is that good which he Desires, yea if any man be truly good he Desires that which is best; cc dt av-jc d n1 vbz, dt jc vbz d j r-crq pns31 vvz, uh cs d n1 vbi av-j j pns31 vvz cst r-crq vbz js; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1589 Page 491
9769 for the enjoyment of God wherein alone happinesse doth consist, is his ultimate and highest end. for the enjoyment of God wherein alone happiness does consist, is his ultimate and highest end. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq j n1 vdz vvi, vbz po31 n1 cc js n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1589 Page 491
9770 But what doth he to reach this end? Solomon poynts us to two things: First, he separateth himselfe from all those lets and impediments which stop up the way, But what does he to reach this end? Solomon points us to two things: First, he separateth himself from all those lets and impediments which stop up the Way, p-acp q-crq vdz pns31 p-acp vvb d n1? np1 n2 pno12 pc-acp crd n2: ord, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp d d n2 cc n2 r-crq vvb a-acp dt n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1589 Page 491
9771 or lye crosse to his desire. or lie cross to his desire. cc vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1589 Page 491
9772 Secondly, He seeketh and intermedleth with all wisdome, with all reall and substantiall wisdome, (as the word there used signifieth) for he knoweth that nothing but such wisdome, acted in wise wayes, is proper and successefull for the promoting of that noble end. Secondly, He seeks and intermeddleth with all Wisdom, with all real and substantial Wisdom, (as the word there used signifies) for he Knoweth that nothing but such Wisdom, acted in wise ways, is proper and successful for the promoting of that noble end. ord, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp d n1, p-acp d j cc j n1, (c-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn vvz) c-acp pns31 vvz d pix cc-acp d n1, vvn p-acp j n2, vbz j cc j p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f cst j n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1589 Page 491
9773 Now if nothing but wisdome can lead us to that end, what is there worth the learning or knowing except that which makes us wise? Now if nothing but Wisdom can led us to that end, what is there worth the learning or knowing except that which makes us wise? av cs pix cc-acp n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz a-acp j dt n1 cc vvg p-acp d r-crq vvz pno12 j? (20) chapter (DIV2) 1589 Page 491
9774 Fourthly, From that frame of spirit which Elihu observed in Job, Note. They that are humble and meek are fittest to learne wisdome. Fourthly, From that frame of Spirit which Elihu observed in Job, Note. They that Are humble and meek Are Fittest to Learn Wisdom. ord, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vvn p-acp np1, n1. pns32 cst vbr j cc j vbr js pc-acp vvi n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1590 Page 491
9775 God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace to the humble. (Jam. 4.6.) The humble soule hath received grace already, God Resisteth the proud, but gives grace to the humble. (Jam. 4.6.) The humble soul hath received grace already, np1 vvz dt j, cc-acp vvz n1 p-acp dt j. (np1 crd.) dt j n1 vhz vvn n1 av, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1592 Page 491
9776 and that grace received is the way to all grace. ( Psal. 25.9.) The meek will he guide in judgment, the meek will he teach his way. and that grace received is the Way to all grace. (Psalm 25.9.) The meek will he guide in judgement, the meek will he teach his Way. cc d n1 vvn vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1. (np1 crd.) dt j vmb pns31 vvi p-acp n1, dt j vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1592 Page 491
9778 To teach spirituall wisdome, or to teach man how to be spiritually wise, is the best lesson that can be taught. To teach spiritual Wisdom, or to teach man how to be spiritually wise, is the best Lesson that can be taught. p-acp vvi j n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq pc-acp vbi av-j j, vbz dt js n1 cst vmb vbi vvn. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1593 Page 491
9779 They are blessed Masters who make such Schollars. They Are blessed Masters who make such Scholars. pns32 vbr vvn n2 r-crq vvb d n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 491
9780 The whole discourse of Elihu is about spirituall wisdome, not about the wisdome of the world which God will destroy; The Whole discourse of Elihu is about spiritual Wisdom, not about the Wisdom of the world which God will destroy; dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbz a-acp j n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vmb vvi; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 491
9781 not how to climbe the pinnacles of honour, and get high in the world, not how to gather riches, not how to climb the pinnacles of honour, and get high in the world, not how to gather riches, xx c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb j p-acp dt n1, xx c-crq pc-acp vvi n2, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 491
9782 and to lade our selves with thick clay; and to lade our selves with thick clay; cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 491
9783 it was not how to be great or rich, but it was how to be holy and humble, it was not how to be great or rich, but it was how to be holy and humble, pn31 vbds xx c-crq pc-acp vbi j cc j, cc-acp pn31 vbds c-crq pc-acp vbi j cc j, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 491
9784 how to give glory to God, and be fitted for glory with God; how to give glory to God, and be fitted for glory with God; c-crq pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (20) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 491
9785 these were the lessons of wisdome which Elihu taught Job, and these are lessons chiefly to be taught and learned by every man, who undertakes to be a teacher, these were the Lessons of Wisdom which Elihu taught Job, and these Are Lessons chiefly to be taught and learned by every man, who undertakes to be a teacher, d vbdr dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vvn np1, cc d vbr n2 av-jn pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1, (20) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 492
9786 or desires to be a learner. or Desires to be a learner. cc vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 492
9787 Thus Elihu hath concluded his first discourse with a promise to teach Job wisdome, and how well he performed and made good his promise, will appeare, to his praise, in opening the following Chapters. Thus Elihu hath concluded his First discourse with a promise to teach Job Wisdom, and how well he performed and made good his promise, will appear, to his praise, in opening the following Chapters. av np1 vhz vvn po31 ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 n1, cc c-crq av pns31 vvd cc vvd j po31 n1, vmb vvi, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg dt j-vvg n2. (20) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 492
9788 JOB, Chap. 34. Vers. 1, 2, 3, 4. Furthermore, Elihu answered and said. JOB, Chap. 34. Vers. 1, 2, 3, 4. Furthermore, Elihu answered and said. np1, np1 crd np1 vvn, crd, crd, crd av, np1 vvd cc vvn. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1594 Page 493
9789 Heare my words, O ye wise men, and give ear to me, ye that have knowledge. Hear my words, Oh you wise men, and give ear to me, you that have knowledge. vvb po11 n2, uh pn22 j n2, cc vvb n1 p-acp pno11, pn22 cst vhb n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1596 Page 493
9790 For the car tryeth words, as the mouth tasteth meat. Let us chuse to us judgement: For the car trieth words, as the Mouth tasteth meat. Let us choose to us judgement: p-acp dt n1 vvz n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno12 n1: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1597 Page 493
9791 let us know among our selves what is good. let us know among our selves what is good. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vbz j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1598 Page 493
9792 THe former Chapter concluded Elihu's first discourse with Job: and we may well suppose that he had made some pause; THe former Chapter concluded Elihu's First discourse with Job: and we may well suppose that he had made Some pause; dt j n1 vvn npg1 ord n1 p-acp n1: cc pns12 vmb av vvi cst pns31 vhd vvn d n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1599 Page 493
9793 to try whether Job would give him an answer, as he had Invited him to doe. to try whither Job would give him an answer, as he had Invited him to do. pc-acp vvi cs n1 vmd vvi pno31 dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1599 Page 493
9794 But perceiving him silent, and forbearing to speak; he himselfe proceeds to this second speech. In which we may consider: But perceiving him silent, and forbearing to speak; he himself proceeds to this second speech. In which we may Consider: p-acp vvg pno31 j, cc vvg pc-acp vvi; pns31 px31 vvz p-acp d ord n1. p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1599 Page 493
9795 First, His Preface, in the foure first verses. First, His Preface, in the foure First Verses. ord, po31 n1, p-acp dt crd ord n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1601 Page 493
9796 Secondly, His charge or accusation brought against Job, from the 5th verse Inclusively to the 10th Exclusively. Secondly, His charge or accusation brought against Job, from the 5th verse Inclusively to the 10th Exclusively. ord, po31 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt ord n1 av-j p-acp dt ord av-j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1602 Page 493
9797 Thirdly, We have the refutation of what Job said of himselfe, and seem'd to charge upon God; Thirdly, We have the refutation of what Job said of himself, and seemed to charge upon God; ord, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvd pp-f px31, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1603 Page 493
9798 this is prosecuted with much variety from the 10th to the 30th verse of this Chapter. this is prosecuted with much variety from the 10th to the 30th verse of this Chapter. d vbz vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp dt ord p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1603 Page 493
9799 In the foure last verses, Elihu gathers up the strength of all he had sayd, and makes his Conclusion. In the foure last Verses, Elihu gathers up the strength of all he had said, and makes his Conclusion. p-acp dt crd ord n2, np1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f d pns31 vhd vvn, cc vvz po31 n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1604 Page 493
9800 The foure verses now under hand, are a Preface to this second undertaking of Elihu with Job: In which we have The foure Verses now under hand, Are a Preface to this second undertaking of Elihu with Job: In which we have dt crd n2 av p-acp n1, vbr dt n1 p-acp d vvb n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1: p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb (21) chapter (DIV2) 1605 Page 493
9801 First, His transition from what he had said, to what he was about to say, in the first verse; Furthermore. First, His transition from what he had said, to what he was about to say, in the First verse; Furthermore. ord, po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt ord n1; av. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1606 Page 493
9802 Secondly, We have his address or application to those about him for audience and diligent attention to what he had to say, in the 2d and 3d verses; Secondly, We have his address or application to those about him for audience and diligent attention to what he had to say, in the 2d and 3d Verses; ord, pns12 vhb po31 vvi cc n1 p-acp d p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt crd cc crd n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1607 Page 494
9803 Heare O ye wise men, &c. Thirdly, We have his motion; Hear Oh you wise men, etc. Thirdly, We have his motion; vvb uh pn22 j n2, av ord, pns12 vhb po31 n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1607 Page 494
9804 and the motion which he makes, is, that the whole proceedure of the businesse might be both faire and friendly, as also judicious and just; and the motion which he makes, is, that the Whole procedure of the business might be both fair and friendly, as also judicious and just; cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, vbz, cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi d j cc j, c-acp av j cc j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1608 Page 494
9805 or that they might to the utmost endeavour after a right understanding and discerning of the matter before them: or that they might to the utmost endeavour After a right understanding and discerning of the matter before them: cc cst pns32 vmd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1608 Page 494
9806 v. 4. Let us chuse to our selves judgement, &c. Vers. 1. Furthermore, Elihu answered and said, or, and Elihu answered and said. v. 4. Let us choose to our selves judgement, etc. Vers. 1. Furthermore, Elihu answered and said, or, and Elihu answered and said. n1 crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 n1, av np1 crd av, np1 vvd cc vvd, cc, cc np1 vvd cc vvn. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1608 Page 494
9807 It may here be questioned, by what propriety of speech it can be said that Elihu answered, seeing Job made no reply to what he had sayd before. It may Here be questioned, by what propriety of speech it can be said that Elihu answered, seeing Job made no reply to what he had said before. pn31 vmb av vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst np1 vvd, vvg np1 vvd dx n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn a-acp. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1609 Page 494
9808 To this query, I say, First, that in Scripture both the beginning of a speech, and the continuance of it, where nothing hath been interposed, is called an answer; To this query, I say, First, that in Scripture both the beginning of a speech, and the Continuance of it, where nothing hath been interposed, is called an answer; p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb, ord, cst p-acp n1 d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq pix vhz vbn vvn, vbz vvn dt n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1610 Page 494
9809 we find it so frequently in the Gospel ( Math: 11.25.) Then Jesus answered and said: we find it so frequently in the Gospel (Math: 11.25.) Then jesus answered and said: pns12 vvb pn31 av av-j p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) av np1 vvd cc vvd: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1610 Page 494
9810 there was no question, no discourse antecedent, yet it is called an answer. The like is observable in the 17th of Mathew, v. 4. and John 2.18. there was no question, no discourse antecedent, yet it is called an answer. The like is observable in the 17th of Matthew, v. 4. and John 2.18. a-acp vbds dx n1, dx n1 n1, av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1. dt j vbz j p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, n1 crd cc np1 crd. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1610 Page 494
9811 Secondly, We may resolve the doubt thus; though Job said nothing now to which Elihu made answer; Secondly, We may resolve the doubt thus; though Job said nothing now to which Elihu made answer; ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 av; cs n1 vvd pix av p-acp r-crq np1 vvn n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1611 Page 494
9812 yet he had said much which was yet unanswered, altogether unanswered by Elihu; therefore Elihu might say, that he proceeded to answer the many matters of Jobs former speech, to which as yet he had given no answer. yet he had said much which was yet unanswered, altogether unanswered by Elihu; Therefore Elihu might say, that he proceeded to answer the many matters of Jobs former speech, to which as yet he had given no answer. av pns31 vhd vvn d r-crq vbds av j, av j p-acp np1; av np1 vmd vvi, cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi dt d n2 pp-f n2 j n1, p-acp r-crq c-acp av pns31 vhd vvn dx n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1611 Page 494
9813 This may suffice to shew how or why that which he sayd further, was an answer, let us now consider what Elihu answered and said. Vers. 2. Heare my words, O ye wise men, This may suffice to show how or why that which he said further, was an answer, let us now Consider what Elihu answered and said. Vers. 2. Hear my words, Oh you wise men, d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq cc c-crq cst r-crq pns31 vvd av-jc, vbds dt n1, vvb pno12 av vvi r-crq np1 vvd cc vvn. np1 crd vvb po11 n2, uh pn22 j n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1611 Page 494
9814 and give eare to me ye that have knowledge. and give ear to me you that have knowledge. cc vvb n1 p-acp pno11 pn22 cst vhb n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1611 Page 494
9815 As if he had said, I will not be my owne Judge in this matter, I referre it to the judgement of wise and knowing men, let them determine it. We may here take notice; As if he had said, I will not be my own Judge in this matter, I refer it to the judgement of wise and knowing men, let them determine it. We may Here take notice; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb xx vbi po11 d n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j-vvg n2, vvb pno32 vvi pn31. pns12 vmb av vvi n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1612 Page 494
9816 First, of the character given the persons to whom Elihu spake, or did address his speech, they were wise men, men that had knowledge. First, of the character given the Persons to whom Elihu spoke, or did address his speech, they were wise men, men that had knowledge. ord, pp-f dt n1 vvn dt n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd, cc vdd vvi po31 n1, pns32 vbdr j n2, n2 cst vhd n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1613 Page 494
9817 Secondly, We may take notice of the earnestness of his exhortation or admonition, to mind what he had to say, Give ear, O ye wise men, O ye men that have knowledge. Secondly, We may take notice of the earnestness of his exhortation or admonition, to mind what he had to say, Give ear, Oh you wise men, Oh you men that have knowledge. ord, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi, vvb n1, uh pn22 j n2, uh pn22 n2 cst vhb n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1614 Page 495
9818 For the clearing of these words, we must enquire, first, who is a wise man? who, a man that hath knowledge? a wise man in distinction to a man that hath knowledge, is a man of mature judgement, of cleare understanding, For the clearing of these words, we must inquire, First, who is a wise man? who, a man that hath knowledge? a wise man in distinction to a man that hath knowledge, is a man of mature judgement, of clear understanding, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2, pns12 vmb vvi, ord, r-crq vbz dt j n1? r-crq, dt n1 cst vhz n1? dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vhz n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, pp-f j n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1615 Page 495
9820 A man of knowledge is one that hath improved his understanding by study, reading, or long experience. A man of knowledge is one that hath improved his understanding by study, reading, or long experience. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pi cst vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, vvg, cc j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1615 Page 495
9821 Some men are wise, who yet have not much knowledge; and some have a great deale of knowledge, who have very little wisdome. some men Are wise, who yet have not much knowledge; and Some have a great deal of knowledge, who have very little Wisdom. d n2 vbr j, r-crq av vhb xx d n1; cc d vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhb av j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1615 Page 495
9822 Now Elihu speaks to his auditory, as consisting or made up both of wise and knowing men; Now Elihu speaks to his auditory, as consisting or made up both of wise and knowing men; av np1 vvz p-acp po31 j, c-acp vvg cc vvd a-acp d pp-f j cc j-vvg n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1615 Page 495
9823 O ye wise men, that have great understanding and judgement; Oh you wise men, that have great understanding and judgement; uh pn22 j n2, cst vhb j n1 cc n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1615 Page 495
9824 and, O ye men of knowledge, that have attained to learning and skill in all things knowable, heare my words and give eare. and, Oh you men of knowledge, that have attained to learning and skill in all things knowable, hear my words and give ear. cc, uh pn22 n2 pp-f n1, cst vhb vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 j, vvb po11 n2 cc vvi n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1615 Page 495
9825 Here was a choice and select auditory, wise men, and men of knowledge. Here was a choice and select auditory, wise men, and men of knowledge. av vbds dt n1 cc j j, j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1615 Page 495
9826 Secondly, It may be queried, whom Elihu intends by these wise men, and men that had knowledge? Secondly, It may be queried, whom Elihu intends by these wise men, and men that had knowledge? ord, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d j n2, cc n2 cst vhd n1? (21) chapter (DIV2) 1616 Page 495
9827 Some conceive, he takes in all that were present at that long and solemn conference between Job and his friends; some conceive, he Takes in all that were present At that long and solemn conference between Job and his Friends; d vvb, pns31 vvz p-acp d cst vbdr j p-acp cst j cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc po31 n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1617 Page 495
9828 and that he deciphers the whole Company under these titles of wise and knowing men, inviting them all to attend what he had to say, they being so well fitted to judge what he had to say; and that he deciphers the Whole Company under these titles of wise and knowing men, inviting them all to attend what he had to say, they being so well fitted to judge what he had to say; cc cst pns31 vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f j cc j-vvg n2, vvg pno32 d pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi, pns32 vbg av av vvn pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1617 Page 495
9829 It is not good to give flattering titles to men, but it is good to give them winning titles, such as may gaine upon them for their good. It is not good to give flattering titles to men, but it is good to give them winning titles, such as may gain upon them for their good. pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2 p-acp n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 vvg n2, d c-acp vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1617 Page 495
9830 Yet I rather conceive, that Elihu speakes more specially to some that were there present; Yet I rather conceive, that Elihu speaks more specially to Some that were there present; av pns11 av-c vvb, cst np1 vvz av-dc av-j p-acp d cst vbdr a-acp j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1618 Page 495
9831 namely, to Jobs three friends, who had had the matter in hand before, and now stood out: namely, to Jobs three Friends, who had had the matter in hand before, and now stood out: av, p-acp n2 crd n2, r-crq vhd vhn dt n1 p-acp n1 a-acp, cc av vvd av: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1618 Page 495
9832 to these men he now turnes himselfe, and bends his discourse, saying, Heare O ye wise men: hearken ye that have knowledge; to these men he now turns himself, and bends his discourse, saying, Hear Oh you wise men: harken you that have knowledge; p-acp d n2 pns31 av vvz px31, cc vvz po31 n1, vvg, vvb uh pn22 j n2: vvb pn22 cst vhb n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1618 Page 495
9833 that is, ye Eliphaz, Zophar, and Bildad, who have all this while engaged with Job, give me leave to speake a few words in your eares, that is, you Eliphaz, Zophar, and Bildad, who have all this while engaged with Job, give me leave to speak a few words in your ears, cst vbz, pn22 np1, np1, cc np1, r-crq vhb d d n1 vvn p-acp n1, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt d n2 p-acp po22 n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1618 Page 495
9834 and I pray attend unto me. Thirdly, Supposing that they, specially, were the wise and knowing men to whom he spake. and I pray attend unto me. Thirdly, Supposing that they, specially, were the wise and knowing men to whom he spoke. cc pns11 vvb vvi p-acp pno11. ord, vvg cst pns32, av-j, vbdr dt j cc j-vvg n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1618 Page 495
9835 It may be question'd againe, under what notion he called them wise and knowing men. Some say, he called them so Ironically, putting a close or secret scorn upon them; It may be questioned again, under what notion he called them wise and knowing men. some say, he called them so Ironically, putting a close or secret scorn upon them; pn31 vmb vbi vvn av, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvd pno32 j cc j-vvg n2. d vvb, pns31 vvd pno32 av av-j, vvg dt j cc j-jn n1 p-acp pno32; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1619 Page 495
9836 As if he had sayd, Heare me, O ye wise men, and hearken, O ye knowing men, ye that for years and age should be indeed knowing and wise men; As if he had said, Hear me, Oh you wise men, and harken, Oh you knowing men, you that for Years and age should be indeed knowing and wise men; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vvb pno11, uh pn22 j n2, cc vvi, uh pn22 vvg n2, pn22 cst p-acp n2 cc n1 vmd vbi av vvg cc j n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1620 Page 495
9837 and are so in the reputation of others, as well as by your owne profession and pretention; and Are so in the reputation of Others, as well as by your own profession and pretention; cc vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po22 d n1 cc n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1620 Page 496
9838 Ye who came from farre to undertake this weighty worke, the comforting and counselling of this your afflicted friend, see now how well you have acquitted your selves, the who Come from Far to undertake this weighty work, the comforting and counseling of this your afflicted friend, see now how well you have acquitted your selves, dt r-crq vvd p-acp av-j pc-acp vvi d j n1, dt vvg cc vvg pp-f d po22 j-vvn n1, vvb av q-crq av pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1620 Page 496
9839 and answered the expectation raised both of you and by you. and answered the expectation raised both of you and by you. cc vvd dt n1 vvd d pp-f pn22 cc p-acp pn22. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1620 Page 496
9840 Have ye not comforted him fairely, and counselled him wisely? Doe ye not see how short you are of your owne proposalls? and how ill you have handled the matter, he remaining as farre from conviction, satisfaction, Have you not comforted him fairly, and counseled him wisely? Do you not see how short you Are of your own proposals? and how ill you have handled the matter, he remaining as Far from conviction, satisfaction, vhb pn22 xx vvn pno31 av-j, cc vvd pno31 av-j? vdb pn22 xx vvi c-crq j pn22 vbr pp-f po22 d n2? cc c-crq av-jn pn22 vhb vvn dt n1, pns31 vvg a-acp av-j p-acp n1, n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1620 Page 496
9841 or consolation, as when you first began with him? Thus some carry the sence, but I shall not stay upon it, nor doe I conceive that Elihu spake Ironically, or consolation, as when you First began with him? Thus Some carry the sense, but I shall not stay upon it, nor do I conceive that Elihu spoke Ironically, cc n1, c-acp c-crq pn22 ord vvd p-acp pno31? av d vvb dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, ccx vdb pns11 vvi d np1 vvd av-j, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1620 Page 496
9842 but plainly, and in good earnest, not only calling them wise and knowing men, but judging and believing they were so. Of these he beggs audience. Heare and give eare. but plainly, and in good earnest, not only calling them wise and knowing men, but judging and believing they were so. Of these he begs audience. Hear and give ear. cc-acp av-j, cc p-acp j n1, xx av-j vvg pno32 j cc j-vvg n2, cc-acp vvg cc vvg pns32 vbdr av. pp-f d pns31 vvz n1. vvb cc vvi n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1620 Page 496
9843 To heare is a naturall act; To hear is a natural act; pc-acp vvi vbz dt j n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1621 Page 496
9844 a man that hath ears cannot chuse but heare (unlesse he stop them) when any thing is spoken: a man that hath ears cannot choose but hear (unless he stop them) when any thing is spoken: dt n1 cst vhz n2 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb (cs pns31 vvb pno32) c-crq d n1 vbz vvn: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1621 Page 496
9845 but to give ear, is, as I may say, an artificiall act, a studyed act, yea a spirituall act, when the matter spoken of is spirituall. but to give ear, is, as I may say, an artificial act, a studied act, yea a spiritual act, when the matter spoken of is spiritual. cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1, vbz, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, dt j n1, dt j-vvn n1, uh dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvn pp-f vbz j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1621 Page 496
9846 Elihu doth not call for a bare hearing of words, but for a studious hearing of the matter which should be presented to them; Elihu does not call for a bore hearing of words, but for a studious hearing of the matter which should be presented to them; np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f n2, cc-acp p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1621 Page 496
9847 heare and give eare; or as the Elegancy of the Hebrew may be rendred, ear my words: for the word which we render to give eare, signifies also the ear, ear my words. hear and give ear; or as the Elegancy of the Hebrew may be rendered, ear my words: for the word which we render to give ear, signifies also the ear, ear my words. vvb cc vvi n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp vmb vbi vvn, n1 po11 n2: p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvb n1, vvz av dt n1, n1 po11 n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1621 Page 496
9848 We say of a thing that we desire another would reach to us, pray hand it hither, putting the denomination of the Organ or Instrument upon the act; We say of a thing that we desire Another would reach to us, pray hand it hither, putting the denomination of the Organ or Instrument upon the act; pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 cst pns12 vvb j-jn vmd vvi p-acp pno12, vvb n1 pn31 av, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1621 Page 496
9849 so by a like Elegancy, it is here sayd, Ear my words; that is, heare studiously and diligently, with an holy art and skill. so by a like Elegancy, it is Here said, Ear my words; that is, hear studiously and diligently, with an holy art and skill. av p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz av vvn, n1 po11 n2; cst vbz, vvb av-j cc av-j, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1621 Page 496
9850 As there is an art in speaking, so there is a great, if not a greater art in hearing; As there is an art in speaking, so there is a great, if not a greater art in hearing; p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg, av pc-acp vbz dt j, cs xx dt jc n1 p-acp vvg; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1621 Page 496
9851 ear my words, or, give eare to me ye men that have knowledge. From the Consideration of the parties here spoken to, wise and knowing men. Note. ear my words, or, give ear to me you men that have knowledge. From the Consideration of the parties Here spoken to, wise and knowing men. Note. n1 po11 n2, cc, vvb n1 p-acp pno11 pn22 n2 cst vhb n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 av vvn p-acp, j cc j-vvg n2. n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1621 Page 496
9852 The wise, and knowing, are to heare as well as speake. The wise, and knowing, Are to hear as well as speak. dt j, cc vvg, vbr pc-acp vvi c-acp av c-acp vvi. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1623 Page 496
9853 They that are wise, need more wisdome, and they that are knowing, may improve their knowledge by hearing; They that Are wise, need more Wisdom, and they that Are knowing, may improve their knowledge by hearing; pns32 d vbr j, vvb dc n1, cc pns32 cst vbr vvg, vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp vvg; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 496
9854 They who know many, yea most truths, may yet know more truths; and if any know all truths, they may yet know every truth more. They who know many, yea most truths, may yet know more truths; and if any know all truths, they may yet know every truth more. pns32 r-crq vvb d, uh av-ds n2, vmb av vvi dc n2; cc cs d vvb d n2, pns32 vmb av vvi d n1 av-dc. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 496
9855 This caused the Apostle to professe (2 Pet: 1.12.) I will not be negligent to put you alwayes in remembrance of these things, This caused the Apostle to profess (2 Pet: 1.12.) I will not be negligent to put you always in remembrance of these things, np1 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi (crd n1: crd.) pns11 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi pn22 av p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9856 though ye know them, and be established in the present truth. though you know them, and be established in the present truth. cs pn22 vvb pno32, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9857 As the ignorant ought to heare that they may know, so they who have knowledge, ought to heare, that they may be more knowing; As the ignorant ought to hear that they may know, so they who have knowledge, ought to hear, that they may be more knowing; p-acp dt j pi pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb vvi, av pns32 r-crq vhb n1, pi pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmb vbi av-dc vvg; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9858 as they that are fooles, ought to heare that they may be wise; as they that Are Fools, ought to hear that they may be wise; c-acp pns32 cst vbr n2, pi pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb vbi j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9859 so they that are wise ought to heare that they may be yet wiser. ( Pro: 1.5.) A wise man will heare, and will encrease learning. so they that Are wise ought to hear that they may be yet Wiser. (Pro: 1.5.) A wise man will hear, and will increase learning. av pns32 cst vbr j pi pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb vbi av jc. (np1: crd.) dt j n1 vmb vvi, cc vmb vvi n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9860 Solomon having sayd in the former verse, that he spake these Proverbs, To give subtlety to the simple, to the young men knowledge and discretion; Solomon having said in the former verse, that he spoke these Proverbs, To give subtlety to the simple, to the young men knowledge and discretion; np1 vhg vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 vvd d n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j, p-acp dt j n2 n1 cc n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9861 lest any should say, if your Proverbs or wise sentences are so plaine and easie, that the simple may sound them, lest any should say, if your Proverbs or wise sentences Are so plain and easy, that the simple may found them, cs d vmd vvi, cs po22 n2 cc j n2 vbr av j cc j, cst dt j vmb vvi pno32, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9862 and young men comprehend them, then what profit shall wise and learned men get by reading or hearing them? shall not they loose their labour and mis-pend their time in the study of them? No, saith he, the greatest Clerkes and ripest wits may gather instruction from them, and young men comprehend them, then what profit shall wise and learned men get by reading or hearing them? shall not they lose their labour and misspend their time in the study of them? No, Says he, the greatest Clerks and Ripest wits may gather instruction from them, cc j n2 vvi pno32, av q-crq n1 vmb j cc j n2 vvb p-acp vvg cc vvg pno32? vmb xx pns32 vvi po32 n1 cc j po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32? uh-dx, vvz pns31, dt js n2 cc js n2 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno32, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9863 as well as the simple vulgar, and greener heads. as well as the simple Vulgar, and greener Heads. c-acp av c-acp dt j j, cc jc-jn n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9864 Their depth will not drowne a lambe, and they are deep enough to swim a Leviathan. Their depth will not drown a lamb, and they Are deep enough to swim a Leviathan. po32 n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1, cc pns32 vbr j-jn av-d pc-acp vvi dt np1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9865 And therefore as a wise man will heare, that is, is willing to heare, that he may encrease learning; And Therefore as a wise man will hear, that is, is willing to hear, that he may increase learning; cc av c-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi, cst vbz, vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9866 so let not the wisest thinke themselves too wise to heare, for they may encrease their learning, how learned soever they are. so let not the Wisest think themselves too wise to hear, for they may increase their learning, how learned soever they Are. av vvb xx dt js vvb px32 av j pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1, c-crq j av pns32 vbr. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9867 And as the wisest may learne every day, so they that are truely wise, doe learne every hearing day, And as the Wisest may Learn every day, so they that Are truly wise, do Learn every hearing day, cc c-acp dt js vmb vvi d n1, av pns32 cst vbr av-j j, vdb vvi d n-vvg n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9868 as the same Solomon tells us ( Prov: 9.8.) Give instruction to a wise man, as the same Solomon tells us (Curae: 9.8.) Give instruction to a wise man, c-acp dt d np1 vvz pno12 (np1: crd.) vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9869 and he will be yet wiser. and he will be yet Wiser. cc pns31 vmb vbi av jc. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9870 They are the most foolish of all men, who thinke themselves so wise that they need no more instruction, They Are the most foolish of all men, who think themselves so wise that they need no more instruction, pns32 vbr dt av-ds j pp-f d n2, r-crq vvb px32 av j cst pns32 vvb dx dc n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9871 and so knowing that they need learn no more knowledge. and so knowing that they need Learn no more knowledge. cc av vvg cst pns32 vvb vvi av-dx dc n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9872 The word of God it is fitted for all sorts and sizes of men, it is for the ignorant, and for the knowing; The word of God it is fitted for all sorts and sizes of men, it is for the ignorant, and for the knowing; dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt vvg; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9873 it is for the foolish, and for the wise; it is milke for babes, and strong meate for men; it is for the foolish, and for the wise; it is milk for babes, and strong meat for men; pn31 vbz p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j; pn31 vbz n1 p-acp n2, cc j n1 p-acp n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9874 it is for them that are out of the Church to bring them in; it is for them that Are out of the Church to bring them in; pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vbr av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9875 and for those that are within the Church to build them up ( Eph: 4.13.) Till we all come unto a perfect man, and for those that Are within the Church to built them up (Ephesians: 4.13.) Till we all come unto a perfect man, cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp (np1: crd.) c-acp pns12 d vvb p-acp dt j n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9876 unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ; unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9877 till we are wise and knowing to perfection, and fullness of stature (which will not be on this side glory) we have need to give eare, till we Are wise and knowing to perfection, and fullness of stature (which will not be on this side glory) we have need to give ear, c-acp pns12 vbr j cc vvg p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq vmb xx vbi p-acp d n1 n1) pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9878 and heare, for the perfecting of our knowledge, and the hightning of our stature. and hear, for the perfecting of our knowledge, and the hightning of our stature. cc vvi, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1624 Page 497
9879 Againe, These wise men were called to heare and give eare, not only that they might learn and encrease knowledge by what was spoken, Again, These wise men were called to hear and give ear, not only that they might Learn and increase knowledge by what was spoken, av, d j n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1, xx j cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp r-crq vbds vvn, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1625 Page 498
9880 but to judge aright of what was spoken; but to judge aright of what was spoken; cc-acp pc-acp vvi av pp-f r-crq vbds vvn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1625 Page 498
9881 for this was not so much the hearing of a Sermon (as I may say) as of a dispute, for this was not so much the hearing of a Sermon (as I may say) as of a dispute, p-acp d vbds xx av av-d dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) c-acp pp-f dt n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1625 Page 498
9882 or the debate of a Controversie; or the debate of a Controversy; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1625 Page 498
9883 and therefore wise men were desired to heare it, that they might, he able to judge, and Therefore wise men were desired to hear it, that they might, he able to judge, cc av j n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, cst pns32 vmd, pns31 j pc-acp vvi, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1625 Page 498
9884 and give their opinion, (as 'tis sayd in the 4th verse) Let us chuse to our selves judgement, and give their opinion, (as it's said in the 4th verse) Let us choose to our selves judgement, cc vvi po32 n1, (c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1) vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1625 Page 498
9885 and know among our selves what is good. Hence note, Secondly. and know among our selves what is good. Hence note, Secondly. cc vvb p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vbz j. av vvi, ord. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1625 Page 498
9886 We had need to heare and give eare, or to heare diligently, before we judge either of things or persons. We had need to hear and give ear, or to hear diligently, before we judge either of things or Persons. pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j, c-acp pns12 vvb av-d pp-f n2 cc n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1626 Page 498
9887 Though we may judge rightly of that we have not heard, or of that which we have heard slightly, Though we may judge rightly of that we have not herd, or of that which we have herd slightly, cs pns12 vmb vvi av-jn pp-f cst pns12 vhb xx vvn, cc pp-f d r-crq pns12 vhb vvn av-j, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1627 Page 498
9888 yet we are not right Judges of any matter till we have heard it. 'Tis possible to hit upon a right judgement blind-fold; yet we Are not right Judges of any matter till we have herd it. It's possible to hit upon a right judgement blindfold; av pns12 vbr xx j-jn n2 pp-f d n1 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pn31. pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1627 Page 498
9889 but Judges must not be blind, nor judge blind-fold. but Judges must not be blind, nor judge blindfold. cc-acp n2 vmb xx vbi j, ccx vvi j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1627 Page 498
9890 To judge right, not knowing it to be so, shall have no better reward then a wrong judgement. To judge right, not knowing it to be so, shall have no better reward then a wrong judgement. p-acp n1 j-jn, xx vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi av, vmb vhi dx jc n1 cs dt n-jn n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1627 Page 498
9891 Yea they that are called to judge, must both heare and give eare, else they may quickly give wrong judgement. Yea they that Are called to judge, must both hear and give ear, Else they may quickly give wrong judgement. uh pns32 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, vmb d vvi cc vvi n1, av pns32 vmb av-j vvi j-jn n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1627 Page 498
9892 Againe, Elihu is speaking here to wise and good men, yet how strictly doth he exhort them? Heare and give eare. Hence note. Again, Elihu is speaking Here to wise and good men, yet how strictly does he exhort them? Hear and give ear. Hence note. av, np1 vbz vvg av p-acp j cc j n2, av c-crq av-j vdz pns31 vvi pno32? vvb cc vvi n1. av vvi. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1628 Page 498
9893 Good men are often dull of hearing, and had need to be put forward. Good men Are often dull of hearing, and had need to be put forward. j n2 vbr av j pp-f vvg, cc vhd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av-j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1629 Page 498
9894 Christ tells his Disciples that many are judicially so, and we know that all are naturally so ( Math: 13.15.) and the Apostle tells the Hebrewes they were so ( Chap: 5.11.) where treating of Christ called of God, an high Priest after the order of Melchisedeck, he concludeth, of whom we have many things to say, christ tells his Disciples that many Are judicially so, and we know that all Are naturally so (Math: 13.15.) and the Apostle tells the Hebrews they were so (Chap: 5.11.) where treating of christ called of God, an high Priest After the order of Melchisedeck, he Concludeth, of whom we have many things to say, np1 vvz po31 n2 cst d vbr av-j av, cc pns12 vvb cst d vbr av-j av (np1: crd.) cc dt n1 vvz dt njpg2 pns32 vbdr av (n1: crd.) q-crq vvg pp-f np1 vvd pp-f np1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz, pp-f ro-crq pns12 vhb d n2 pc-acp vvi, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 498
9895 and hard to be uttered, seeing ye are dull of hearing. and hard to be uttered, seeing you Are dull of hearing. cc av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, vvg pn22 vbr j pp-f vvg. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 498
9896 But how did their dullness of hearing make those things hard to be spoken or uttered? may it not be easie enough for a man to utter that which others are dull to heare? I answer, the Apostles meaning seemes to be this? It was hard for him to utter or expound them so, But how did their dullness of hearing make those things hard to be spoken or uttered? may it not be easy enough for a man to utter that which Others Are dull to hear? I answer, the Apostles meaning seems to be this? It was hard for him to utter or expound them so, cc-acp q-crq vdd po32 n1 pp-f vvg vvi d n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn? vmb pn31 xx vbi j av-d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq n2-jn vbr j pc-acp vvi? pns11 vvb, dt n2 vvg vvz pc-acp vbi d? pn31 vbds j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 av, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 498
9897 as they might perceive the cleare truth of those great mysteries, because their internal eare, or apprehending faculty was weake and dull. as they might perceive the clear truth of those great Mysteres, Because their internal ear, or apprehending faculty was weak and dull. c-acp pns32 vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f d j n2, c-acp po32 j n1, cc vvg n1 vbds j cc j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 498
9898 There is a stople in the eare of man, and 'tis hard to pull it out. There is a stople in the ear of man, and it's hard to pull it out. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 av. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 498
9899 When any one speakes to purpose, 'tis the duty of those that are present to heare: When any one speaks to purpose, it's the duty of those that Are present to hear: c-crq d pi vvz p-acp n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr vvb pc-acp vvi: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 499
9900 and yet he that speakes had need to invite and presse all to heare, yea to heare and give eare. and yet he that speaks had need to invite and press all to hear, yea to hear and give ear. cc av pns31 cst vvz vhn n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d pc-acp vvi, uh p-acp vvi cc vvi n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 499
9901 The words of the wise are goads to provoke and pricke us on to heare the truth, The words of the wise Are goads to provoke and prick us on to hear the truth, dt n2 pp-f dt j vbr n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 499
9902 as well as nayles to fasten it ( Eccl: 12.11.) Elihu having called wise men to heare or eare his words, sheweth the use or force of the eare in the next verse. as well as nails to fasten it (Ecclesiastes: 12.11.) Elihu having called wise men to hear or ear his words, shows the use or force of the ear in the next verse. c-acp av c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 (np1: crd.) np1 vhg vvn j n2 pc-acp vvi cc n1 po31 n2, vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 499
9903 Vers. 3. For the ear tryeth words, as the mouth tasteth meat. Vers. 3. For the ear trieth words, as the Mouth tasteth meat. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 vvz n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1630 Page 499
9904 In this verse Elihu gives the reason why he so earnestly exhorted them to heare and give ear; In this verse Elihu gives the reason why he so earnestly exhorted them to hear and give ear; p-acp d n1 np1 vvz dt n1 c-crq pns31 av av-j vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1631 Page 499
9905 The ear tryeth words, that is, by the hearing of the ear, words are tryed. The ear trieth words, that is, by the hearing of the ear, words Are tried. dt n1 vvz n2, cst vbz, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, n2 vbr vvn. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1631 Page 499
9906 It is the office of the eare to conveigh words to the understanding, that so a judgement may be made of them, It is the office of the ear to convey words to the understanding, that so a judgement may be made of them, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, cst av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno32, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1631 Page 499
9907 before they are either received or rejected. before they Are either received or rejected. c-acp pns32 vbr av-d vvn cc vvn. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1631 Page 499
9908 The word which we translate to try, signifies to try as gold is tryed in the fire: The word which we translate to try, signifies to try as gold is tried in the fire: dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9909 the eare is, as it were, a furnace wherein words are tryed, the ear will discover whether what is sayd be dross or pure mettal. the ear is, as it were, a furnace wherein words Are tried, the ear will discover whither what is said be dross or pure metal. dt n1 vbz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, dt n1 c-crq n2 vbr vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi cs r-crq vbz vvn vbb n1 cc j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9910 The Prophet ( Zach: 13.9.) speaketh of a third part of men that should be brought thorow the fire and tryed; The Prophet (Zach: 13.9.) speaks of a third part of men that should be brought thorough the fire and tried; dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvz pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f n2 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vvn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9911 as the fire of affliction and persecution tryeth persons, so man hath a fire and a touchstone in his eare which tryeth words. as the fire of affliction and persecution trieth Persons, so man hath a fire and a touchstone in his ear which trieth words. c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz n2, av n1 vhz dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vvz n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9912 The ear is given not only to heare a sound of words, not only to understand the general meaning of words what they signifie in any language, The ear is given not only to hear a found of words, not only to understand the general meaning of words what they signify in any language, dt n1 vbz vvn xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9913 but the eare is given to try the sense and soundness of words. but the ear is given to try the sense and soundness of words. cc-acp dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9914 And when Elihu saith words, speaking indefinitely, he includeth all words of one sort or other; And when Elihu Says words, speaking indefinitely, he includeth all words of one sort or other; cc c-crq np1 vvz n2, vvg av-j, pns31 vvz d n2 pp-f crd n1 cc n-jn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9915 it tryeth good words, and it tryeth bad words; it tryeth heavenly words, and it tryeth earthly words; it trieth good words, and it trieth bad words; it trieth heavenly words, and it trieth earthly words; pn31 vvz j n2, cc pn31 vvz j n2; pn31 vvz j n2, cc pn31 vvz j n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9916 it tryeth naturall words, and it tryeth spirituall words, the truth or falshood of words are brought to tryall, at the barre and tribunall of the eare. it trieth natural words, and it trieth spiritual words, the truth or falsehood of words Are brought to trial, At the bar and tribunal of the ear. pn31 vvz j n2, cc pn31 vvz j n2, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9917 But in what manner or after what similitude doth the eare try words? The answer followeth. as the mouth tasteth meat. But in what manner or After what similitude does the ear try words? The answer follows. as the Mouth tasteth meat. p-acp p-acp q-crq n1 cc p-acp r-crq n1 vdz dt n1 vvb n2? dt n1 vvz. c-acp dt n1 vvz n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1632 Page 499
9918 In the 12th Chapter we had the same expression, and therefore I shall not stay upon it here. In the 12th Chapter we had the same expression, and Therefore I shall not stay upon it Here. p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vhd dt d n1, cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31 av. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 499
9919 Only there the sentence is made up by a particle Copulative; The ear tryeth words, and the mouth tasteth meat. Only there the sentence is made up by a particle Copulative; The ear trieth words, and the Mouth tasteth meat. av-j a-acp dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 j; dt n1 vvz n2, cc dt n1 vvz n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 499
9920 Here by a particle of likeness; The eare tryeth words, as the mouth tasteth meat. Here by a particle of likeness; The ear trieth words, as the Mouth tasteth meat. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 vvz n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 499
9921 There is a faire analogy or proportion, between the eare and the mouth, in discriminating their proper obiects. There is a fair analogy or proportion, between the ear and the Mouth, in discriminating their proper objects. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp vvg po32 j n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 500
9922 Hearing and tasting, are two of those five excellent usefull senses which God hath planted in the nature of man, the other three are seeing, smelling, feeling. Hearing and tasting, Are two of those five excellent useful Senses which God hath planted in the nature of man, the other three Are seeing, smelling, feeling. vvg cc vvg, vbr crd pp-f d crd j j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j-jn crd vbr vvg, j-vvg, j-vvg. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 500
9967 but the spirituall senses of seeing and hearing, are a speciall priviledge promised to the elect, but the spiritual Senses of seeing and hearing, Are a special privilege promised to the elect, cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg, vbr dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt j-vvn, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9923 Here we have a comparison between two of the five senses; look what the mouth is to meat, the same is the ear to words. Here we have a comparison between two of the five Senses; look what the Mouth is to meat, the same is the ear to words. av pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp crd pp-f dt crd n2; vvb r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, dt d vbz dt n1 p-acp n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 500
9924 In the mouth the sense of tasting is placed as a Judge to discerne between good and bad, savory and unsavory meates; In the Mouth the sense of tasting is placed as a Judge to discern between good and bad, savoury and unsavoury Meats; p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n-vvg vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j, j cc j n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 500
9925 and the eare of a man which receiveth words, is accompanied with an understanding, whereby we apprehend what is true, what is false, what is to be approved, and what refused. and the ear of a man which receives words, is accompanied with an understanding, whereby we apprehend what is true, what is false, what is to be approved, and what refused. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz n2, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vvb r-crq vbz j, r-crq vbz j, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc q-crq vvd. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 500
9926 And the comparison runs yet more clearely, while we consider, that as the food which the mouth receiveth is prepared for the helpe of our natural or bodily life, And the comparison runs yet more clearly, while we Consider, that as the food which the Mouth receives is prepared for the help of our natural or bodily life, cc dt n1 vvz av av-dc av-j, cs pns12 vvb, cst p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j cc j n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 500
9927 so the words of instruction which the eare receiveth are prepared for the food of our soules, so the words of instruction which the ear receives Are prepared for the food of our Souls, av dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 500
9928 and the maintaining of our spirituall life. and the maintaining of our spiritual life. cc dt vvg pp-f po12 j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1633 Page 500
9929 Some conceive the comparison is not here made between the two senses of tasting and hearing, some conceive the comparison is not Here made between the two Senses of tasting and hearing, d vvb dt n1 vbz xx av vvn p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9930 but that both are compared to those wise and knowing men spoken of, and to whom appeale is made in the former verse. but that both Are compared to those wise and knowing men spoken of, and to whom appeal is made in the former verse. cc-acp cst d vbr vvn p-acp d j cc j-vvg n2 vvn pp-f, cc p-acp r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9931 For as all the senses are not fitted to judge of words and meates, but only the eare and palate; For as all the Senses Are not fitted to judge of words and Meats, but only the ear and palate; p-acp p-acp d dt n2 vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 cc n2, cc-acp av-j dt n1 cc n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9932 so all men are not fit nor capable to judge of weighty matters and profound questions, so all men Are not fit nor capable to judge of weighty matters and profound questions, av d n2 vbr xx j ccx j pc-acp vvi pp-f j n2 cc j n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9933 but only wise and knowing men. but only wise and knowing men. cc-acp av-j j cc j-vvg n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9934 And so according to this interpretation, both or either of these sensitive faculties, and both or either of their properties, are alike compared to wise and learned men, who are able not only to understand the sound of words, And so according to this Interpretation, both or either of these sensitive faculties, and both or either of their properties, Are alike compared to wise and learned men, who Are able not only to understand the found of words, cc av vvg p-acp d n1, d cc d pp-f d j n2, cc d cc d pp-f po32 n2, vbr av-j vvn p-acp j cc j n2, r-crq vbr j xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9935 but also exercise a judgement upon them, both to discerne and determine what there is of truth and right in them. but also exercise a judgement upon them, both to discern and determine what there is of truth and right in them. cc-acp av vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq a-acp vbz pp-f n1 cc n-jn p-acp pno32. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9936 Hence that saying of the Ancient, Wisdome is a savory knowledge. Wise men tast and savour the things which they know. Hence that saying of the Ancient, Wisdom is a savoury knowledge. Wise men taste and savour the things which they know. av cst vvg pp-f dt j, n1 vbz dt j n1. j n2 vvi cc vvi dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9937 He surely was a wise man who sayd of the word of God ( Jer: 15.16.) Thy words were sound, and I did eate them, He surely was a wise man who said of the word of God (Jer: 15.16.) Thy words were found, and I did eat them, pns31 av-j vbds dt j n1 r-crq vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) po21 n2 vbdr j, cc pns11 vdd vvi pno32, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9938 and thy word was to me the joy and rejoycing of my heart. Heare, O ye wise men, and give ear to me ye that have knowledge; and thy word was to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart. Hear, Oh you wise men, and give ear to me you that have knowledge; cc po21 n1 vbds p-acp pno11 dt n1 cc vvg pp-f po11 n1. vvb, uh pn22 j n2, cc vvb n1 p-acp pno11 pn22 cst vhb n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9939 the ear tryeth words, as the mouth tasteth meat; the ear trieth words, as the Mouth tasteth meat; dt n1 vvz n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9940 that is, as the ear of a man tryeth words, and as the mouth of a man doth tast meat; that is, as the ear of a man trieth words, and as the Mouth of a man does taste meat; cst vbz, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9941 so wise and knowing men try and tast that which is spoken and heard. so wise and knowing men try and taste that which is spoken and herd. av j cc j-vvg n2 vvi cc vvi d r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9942 Thus both these sensitive faculties, their properties and powers are compared to wise men, who doe not only heare the voyce of him that speaketh, Thus both these sensitive faculties, their properties and Powers Are compared to wise men, who do not only hear the voice of him that speaks, av d d j n2, po32 n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, r-crq vdb xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9943 but sit downe to consider it. but fit down to Consider it. cc-acp vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 500
9944 The mouth having taken meat and chawed it, tasts it, and makes a judgement of it; The Mouth having taken meat and chawed it, tastes it, and makes a judgement of it; dt n1 vhg vvn n1 cc vvd pn31, vvz pn31, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 501
9945 Thus wise men deal with all they hear; so that, look what these two natural faculties doe with naturall things; Thus wise men deal with all they hear; so that, look what these two natural faculties do with natural things; av j n2 vvb p-acp d pns32 vvb; av cst, vvb r-crq d crd j n2 vdb p-acp j n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 501
9946 with words naturally spoken, with meat naturally eaten; with words naturally spoken, with meat naturally eaten; p-acp n2 av-j vvn, p-acp n1 av-j vvn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 501
9947 the same, they who are wise and knowing do to what is spoken spiritually and rationally, they try and judge it. the same, they who Are wise and knowing doe to what is spoken spiritually and rationally, they try and judge it. dt d, pns32 r-crq vbr j cc j-vvg n1 p-acp q-crq vbz vvn av-j cc av-j, pns32 vvb cc vvi pn31. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1634 Page 501
9948 But I conceive, we need not insist strictly upon this; But I conceive, we need not insist strictly upon this; cc-acp pns11 vvb, pns12 vvb xx vvi av-j p-acp d; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1635 Page 501
9949 For whether we compare these two senses in their severall operations to wise men, or whether we compare them in their operations one with another, For whither we compare these two Senses in their several operations to wise men, or whither we compare them in their operations one with Another, c-acp cs pns12 vvb d crd n2 p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp j n2, cc cs pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2 pi p-acp n-jn, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1635 Page 501
9950 yet (according to the sense of our translation) the meaning of Elihu is the same, yet (according to the sense of our Translation) the meaning of Elihu is the same, av (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1) dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt d, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1635 Page 501
9951 namely, that those wise men to whom he spake, should not only hear but try what they heard, namely, that those wise men to whom he spoke, should not only hear but try what they herd, av, cst d j n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd, vmd xx av-j vvi cc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vvd, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1635 Page 501
9952 because they had received a power so to do; for the ear tryeth words, even at the mouth tasteth meat. Because they had received a power so to do; for the ear trieth words, even At the Mouth tasteth meat. c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 av pc-acp vdi; p-acp dt n1 vvz n2, av p-acp dt n1 vvz n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1635 Page 501
9953 There is a twofold eare, there is an outward eare, and an inward eare: And so a twofold tryall: There is a twofold ear, there is an outward ear, and an inward ear: And so a twofold trial: pc-acp vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n1: cc av dt j n1: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1636 Page 501
9954 The outward eare tryeth words of what signification they are, whether they are as we say good English, The outward ear trieth words of what signification they Are, whither they Are as we say good English, dt j n1 vvz n2 pp-f r-crq n1 pns32 vbr, cs pns32 vbr c-acp pns12 vvb j jp, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1636 Page 501
9955 or Latine, &c. It tryeth them also as to their grammaticall sense, or the construction of what is spoken in the letter: or Latin, etc. It trieth them also as to their Grammatical sense, or the construction of what is spoken in the Letter: cc jp, av pn31 vvz pno32 av c-acp p-acp po32 j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1636 Page 501
9956 The inward eare or understanding tryeth them as to their logicall sense, scope and tendency, as to their use, and force in the matter they are spoken to. The inward ear or understanding trieth them as to their logical sense, scope and tendency, as to their use, and force in the matter they Are spoken to. dt j n1 cc n1 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 j n1, n1 cc n1, c-acp p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1636 Page 501
9957 Both wayes the eare tryeth words, as the mouth tasteth meate; Both ways the ear trieth words, as the Mouth tasteth meat; av-d n2 dt n1 vvz n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1636 Page 501
9958 only with this difference, that the tryall which the mouth makes is meerly sensitive, and both begun and perfected in the mouth; only with this difference, that the trial which the Mouth makes is merely sensitive, and both begun and perfected in the Mouth; av-j p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz vbz av-j j, cc av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1636 Page 501
9959 but the tryall which the ear makes is chiefly intellectuall, it is begun at the ear, but perfected by the understanding. but the trial which the ear makes is chiefly intellectual, it is begun At the ear, but perfected by the understanding. cc-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz vbz av-jn j, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1636 Page 501
9960 It is the mind which judgeth, the eare only brings in the report of things to the mind. Hence Note. It is the mind which Judgeth, the ear only brings in the report of things to the mind. Hence Note. pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz, dt n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1. av n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1636 Page 501
9961 First, The sense of hearing is a great mercy, and of great use to mankind. The eare is the chiefe Gate or inlet to the soul; First, The sense of hearing is a great mercy, and of great use to mankind. The ear is the chief Gate or inlet to the soul; ord, dt n1 pp-f n-vvg vbz dt j n1, cc pp-f j n1 p-acp n1. dt n1 vbz dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1637 Page 501
9962 nor were our eares given only for an Ornament to the head, but for the enriching and bettering of the heart. nor were our ears given only for an Ornament to the head, but for the enriching and bettering of the heart. ccx vbdr po12 n2 vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 501
9963 The naturally rationall eare given to heare and try words is a mercy; The naturally rational ear given to hear and try words is a mercy; dt av-j j n1 vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 vbz dt n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 501
9964 but when a spiritually rationall ear is given with it to heare and try words, that's a mercy indeed. but when a spiritually rational ear is given with it to hear and try words, that's a mercy indeed. cc-acp c-crq dt av-j j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2, d|vbz dt n1 av. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 501
9965 Solomon saith ( Prov. 20.12.) The hearing eare, and the seeing eye, the Lord hath made even both of them. Solomon Says (Curae 20.12.) The hearing ear, and the seeing eye, the Lord hath made even both of them. np1 vvz (np1 crd.) dt n-vvg n1, cc dt vvg n1, dt n1 vhz vvn av av-d pp-f pno32. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 501
9966 These naturall senses are of Gods own creation, and the use of them his blessing, yet common to all mankind good and bad; These natural Senses Are of God's own creation, and the use of them his blessing, yet Common to all mankind good and bad; d j n2 vbr pp-f npg1 d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 po31 n1, av j p-acp d n1 j cc j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9968 and a fruit of Gospel grace. ( Isa. 35.5.) Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and a fruit of Gospel grace. (Isaiah 35.5.) Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 n1. (np1 crd.) av dt n2 pp-f dt j vmb vbi vvn, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9969 and the eares of the deafe shall be unstopped. and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped. cc dt n2 pp-f dt j vmb vbi j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9970 He meaneth it not either only or chiefly of the bodily eyes and eares (though Christ wrought miracles upon them, He means it not either only or chiefly of the bodily eyes and ears (though christ wrought Miracles upon them, pns31 vvz pn31 xx av-d av-j cc av-jn pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 (c-acp np1 vvd n2 p-acp pno32, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9971 and healed both the blind and deafe in the dayes of his flesh) but of the eyes and eares of the soul, which are often darke and stopt while the other are free enough in the exercise of their severall faculties. and healed both the blind and deaf in the days of his Flesh) but of the eyes and ears of the soul, which Are often dark and stopped while the other Are free enough in the exercise of their several faculties. cc vvn d dt j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1) cc-acp pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr av j cc vvn cs dt j-jn vbr j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9972 The seeing eye, which both Solomon and Isaiah intend, is the eye which so seeth as that it followeth the good which it seeth; The seeing eye, which both Solomon and Isaiah intend, is the eye which so sees as that it follows the good which it sees; dt vvg n1, r-crq d np1 cc np1 vvb, vbz dt n1 r-crq av vvz p-acp cst pn31 vvz dt j r-crq pn31 vvz; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9973 and that's their hearing eare which beleeveth and obeyeth what it heareth. and that's their hearing ear which Believeth and Obeyeth what it hears. cc d|vbz po32 vvg n1 r-crq vvz cc vvz r-crq pn31 vvz. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9974 A superficiall seeing eye is a blind eye, and a formall hearing eare is a deafe eare in the sight and account of God. A superficial seeing eye is a blind eye, and a formal hearing ear is a deaf ear in the sighed and account of God. dt j vvg n1 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n-vvg n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9975 We say it is the symptome of some distemper or growing disease upon the body, when the pallate doth not rellish meate; We say it is the Symptom of Some distemper or growing disease upon the body, when the palate does not relish meat; pns12 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vdz xx vvi n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9976 Surely it argueth a diseased and sick soul, when we have no mind to heare nor find rellish in the word of God. Secondly, Note. Surely it argue a diseased and sick soul, when we have no mind to hear nor find relish in the word of God. Secondly, Note. av-j pn31 vvz dt j-vvn cc j n1, c-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi ccx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. ord, n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1638 Page 502
9977 Words are not to be received nor submitted to, nor beleeved as true, till they are tryed. Words Are not to be received nor submitted to, nor believed as true, till they Are tried. n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn ccx vvd p-acp, ccx vvd p-acp j, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1639 Page 502
9978 Itching eares are bad, (2 Tim. 4.3.) Trying eares are good. You will not swallow your meat till you have chewed and tasted it; Itching ears Are bad, (2 Tim. 4.3.) Trying ears Are good. You will not swallow your meat till you have chewed and tasted it; j-vvg n2 vbr j, (crd np1 crd.) vvg n2 vbr j. pn22 vmb xx vvi po22 n1 c-acp pn22 vhb vvn cc vvd pn31; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1640 Page 502
9979 nor should you swallow words, till you have tryed them; nor should you swallow words, till you have tried them; ccx vmd pn22 vvi n2, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno32; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1640 Page 502
9980 why else have we eares to heare? why are we trusted with reason to judge things with? or with rules to judge them by? There is no greater Tyranny in the World, why Else have we ears to hear? why Are we trusted with reason to judge things with? or with rules to judge them by? There is no greater Tyranny in the World, q-crq av vhb pns12 n2 pc-acp vvi? q-crq vbr pns12 vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp? cc p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp? pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 p-acp dt n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1640 Page 502
9981 then to command a man to beleeve (by an implicit faith) as others beleeve; then to command a man to believe (by an implicit faith) as Others believe; cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi (p-acp dt j n1) p-acp ng2-jn vvb; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1640 Page 502
9982 or to impose our opinions and assertions upon those that hear them, and not to give them liberty to try them. or to impose our opinions and assertions upon those that hear them, and not to give them liberty to try them. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp d cst vvb pno32, cc xx pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1640 Page 502
9983 This is to be at once (as the Apostle James expresseth it, ( Chap. 3.1.) many Masters, or many Masters where we should not be one. This is to be At once (as the Apostle James Expresses it, (Chap. 3.1.) many Masters, or many Masters where we should not be one. d vbz pc-acp vbi p-acp a-acp (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pn31, (np1 crd.) d n2, cc d n2 c-crq pns12 vmd xx vbi crd. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1640 Page 502
9984 But some will say, when the Word of God is preached, is that to be tryed by men? have we a liberty to take that into consideration or to take and refuse it as we are perswaded in our own judgments? But Some will say, when the Word of God is preached, is that to be tried by men? have we a liberty to take that into consideration or to take and refuse it as we Are persuaded in our own Judgments? p-acp d vmb vvi, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, vbz d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2? vhb pns12 dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 d n2? (21) chapter (DIV2) 1641 Page 502
9985 I answer, The word of God is not to be brought to the barre nor to be tryed by man. I answer, The word of God is not to be brought to the bar nor to be tried by man. pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 ccx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 502
9986 The word of God is our Judge, therefore ought not to be judged by us; The word of God is our Judge, Therefore ought not to be judged by us; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po12 n1, av vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9987 the word of God is perfect, and how can we that are imperfect judge that which is perfect. the word of God is perfect, and how can we that Are imperfect judge that which is perfect. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, cc q-crq vmb pns12 d vbr j n1 cst r-crq vbz j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10052 When a voluptuous person desired Cato that he might live with him: When a voluptuous person desired Cato that he might live with him: c-crq dt j n1 vvd np1 cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno31: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
9988 The word of God is truth, and all men are lyars; we are not therefore to judge the word of God, nor try that: The word of God is truth, and all men Are liars; we Are not Therefore to judge the word of God, nor try that: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, cc d n2 vbr n2; pns12 vbr xx av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, ccx vvi cst: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9989 Yet when any man speaks of or from the word of God, we are to try what he speakes; Yet when any man speaks of or from the word of God, we Are to try what he speaks; av c-crq d n1 vvz a-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9990 that is, whether what he speaks be according to the word of God, and his doctrine or interpretation grounded on the Text. Every one that speakes about spirituall things professeth he brings the word of God, that is, whither what he speaks be according to the word of God, and his Doctrine or Interpretation grounded on the Text. Every one that speaks about spiritual things Professes he brings the word of God, d vbz, cs r-crq pns31 vvz vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt np1 d crd cst vvz p-acp j n2 vvz pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9991 and it must be tryed whether he doth so or no. and it must be tried whither he does so or no. cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn cs pns31 vdz av cc uh-dx. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9992 It is a truth to which all are to submit (without dispute) by beleeving that Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners, to wash away their sins with his blood. It is a truth to which all Are to submit (without dispute) by believing that jesus christ Come into the world to save Sinners, to wash away their Sins with his blood. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq d vbr pc-acp vvi (p-acp n1) p-acp vvg d np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi av po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9993 This is the word of God: This is the word of God: d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9994 yet when this truth is Preached, we may consider whether it be mannaged according to the word of God or no. yet when this truth is Preached, we may Consider whither it be managed according to the word of God or no. av c-crq d n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vmb vvi cs pn31 vbb vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc uh-dx. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9995 This great doctrine, which containes the summe of the Gospel, may have such things mingled with it, This great Doctrine, which contains the sum of the Gospel, may have such things mingled with it, d j n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vhi d n2 vvn p-acp pn31, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9996 as are not to be received for the word of God. as Are not to be received for the word of God. c-acp vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9997 Some in the primitive time thought and taught that there was no salvation by Christ unlesse they still kept the ceremoniall Law and were circumcised; some in the primitive time Thought and taught that there was no salvation by christ unless they still kept the ceremonial Law and were circumcised; d p-acp dt j n1 vvn cc vvd cst pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp np1 cs pns32 av vvd dt j n1 cc vbdr vvn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9998 though they held that fundamentall truth, that Christ dyed to save sinners; though they held that fundamental truth, that christ died to save Sinners; cs pns32 vvd cst j n1, cst np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
9999 yet when they came to the explication of it, they destroyed it by urging a necessity of continuing the ceremoniall Law: yet when they Come to the explication of it, they destroyed it by urging a necessity of Continuing the ceremonial Law: av c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f vvg dt j n1: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10000 whereas others judged rightly that faith only, without the use of any Jewish ceremony, purifieth the heart. whereas Others judged rightly that faith only, without the use of any Jewish ceremony, Purifieth the heart. cs n2-jn vvd av-jn d n1 av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d jp n1, vvz dt n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10001 Therefore a counsell of spirituall and godly wise men was called to consider of this matter. (Acts 15.6.) What to doe? not to try the Word of God, Therefore a counsel of spiritual and godly wise men was called to Consider of this matter. (Acts 15.6.) What to do? not to try the Word of God, av dt n1 pp-f j cc j j n2 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1. (n2 crd.) q-crq pc-acp vdi? xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10002 but to try which of those two different opinions was according to the Word of God. but to try which of those two different opinions was according to the Word of God. cc-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq pp-f d crd j n2 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10003 Thus when we hear a Sermon, though the Word of God and Christ crucified be the generall subject of it, Thus when we hear a Sermon, though the Word of God and christ Crucified be the general Subject of it, av c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 vvd vbb dt j n-jn pp-f pn31, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10004 and that is not to be tryed, but received by faith and obeyed; and that is not to be tried, but received by faith and obeyed; cc d vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp vvd p-acp n1 cc vvn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10005 yet what is spoken upon it and delivered about it as the mind of God in the Scripture, that is to be tryed. (1 Cor. 2.15.) He that is spirituall, tryeth, or judgeth all things. yet what is spoken upon it and Delivered about it as the mind of God in the Scripture, that is to be tried. (1 Cor. 2.15.) He that is spiritual, trieth, or Judgeth all things. av q-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn31 cc vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (crd np1 crd.) pns31 cst vbz j, vvz, cc vvz d n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10006 And againe (1 Cor. 14.29.) the Apostle gives this counsell about prophesying, Let one or two speak, and let the others judge; And again (1 Cor. 14.29.) the Apostle gives this counsel about prophesying, Let one or two speak, and let the Others judge; cc av (vvd np1 crd.) dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp vvg, vvb crd cc crd vvb, cc vvb dt ng2-jn n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10007 what? the Word of God, no! but whether they speake according to the word of God, or no; what? the Word of God, no! but whither they speak according to the word of God, or no; r-crq? dt n1 pp-f np1, uh cc-acp cs pns32 vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-dx; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10008 In this sense every one must judg sor himselfe, we must not take all for granted, In this sense every one must judge sor himself, we must not take all for granted, p-acp d n1 d pi vmb vvb p-acp px31, pns12 vmb xx vvi d c-acp vvn, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10009 but try what we heare by the eare, as we doe what we eat by the mouth. Thirdly, Note. but try what we hear by the ear, as we do what we eat by the Mouth. Thirdly, Note. cc-acp vvb r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vdb r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1. ord, n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1642 Page 503
10010 A spiritually judicious and considerate man will take time to judge of things that are spoken, A spiritually judicious and considerate man will take time to judge of things that Are spoken, dt av-j j cc j n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr vvn, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1643 Page 504
10011 as the pallate doth of meates that are eaten. The eare tryeth words as the mouth tasteth meat; as the palate does of Meats that Are eaten. The ear trieth words as the Mouth tasteth meat; c-acp dt n1 vdz pp-f n2 cst vbr vvn. dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1643 Page 504
10012 God hath given man a faculty for that end, and he is to use his faculty. God hath given man a faculty for that end, and he is to use his faculty. np1 vhz vvn n1 dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1644 Page 504
10013 We commonly fay, Look before you leape. Surely then we should tast before we eate, We commonly faith, Look before you leap. Surely then we should taste before we eat, pns12 av-j n1, vvb p-acp pn22 n1. av-j av pns12 vmd vvi c-acp pns12 vvb, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1644 Page 504
10014 and prove all things whether they are good or no, before we (electively) hold that which is good. (1 Thes. 5.21.) The noble Bereans received the word with all readinesse of mind; and prove all things whither they Are good or no, before we (electively) hold that which is good. (1 Thebes 5.21.) The noble Bereans received the word with all readiness of mind; cc vvi d n2 cs pns32 vbr j cc uh-dx, c-acp pns12 (av-j) vvb d r-crq vbz j. (crd np1 crd.) dt j njp2 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1644 Page 504
10015 yet they would make no more hast then good speed to receive it, for (as the Text saith, Acts 17.11.) They searched the Scriptures dayly whether those things were so. yet they would make no more haste then good speed to receive it, for (as the Text Says, Acts 17.11.) They searched the Scriptures daily whither those things were so. av pns32 vmd vvi av-dx dc n1 cs j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp (c-acp dt n1 vvz, n2 crd.) pns32 vvd dt n2 av-j cs d n2 vbdr av. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1644 Page 504
10016 Fourthly, Here are two Organs of sense spoken of, the ear and the mouth, both are of great use to man, Fourthly, Here Are two Organs of sense spoken of, the ear and the Mouth, both Are of great use to man, ord, av vbr crd n2 pp-f n1 vvn pp-f, dt n1 cc dt n1, d vbr pp-f j n1 p-acp n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1645 Page 504
10017 but one of them, the eare is of a more frequent and noble use. Beasts have both mouths and eares; but one of them, the ear is of a more frequent and noble use. Beasts have both mouths and ears; cc-acp crd pp-f pno32, dt n1 vbz pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1. ng1 vhb d n2 cc n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1645 Page 504
10018 but because theirs is only a sensitive life, they make more use of their mouths then of their eares. but Because theirs is only a sensitive life, they make more use of their mouths then of their ears. cc-acp c-acp png32 vbz av-j dt j n1, pns32 vvb dc n1 pp-f po32 n2 av pp-f po32 n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1645 Page 504
10019 Whereas man whose life is rationall, yea and spirituall too, must or ought to make more use of his eares then of his mouth. Whereas man whose life is rational, yea and spiritual too, must or ought to make more use of his ears then of his Mouth. cs n1 r-crq n1 vbz j, uh cc j av, vmb cc vmd p-acp vvi dc n1 pp-f po31 n2 av pp-f po31 n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1645 Page 504
10020 How doth this reprove all those who are more in trying meats, then in trying words? or more for tasting, How does this reprove all those who Are more in trying Meats, then in trying words? or more for tasting, q-crq vdz d vvi d d r-crq vbr av-dc p-acp vvg n2, av p-acp vvg n2? cc av-dc p-acp vvg, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10021 then they are for hearing? It was a complaint of some in the former age, that they made themselves like bruit beasts, which having both those powers of hearing and tasting, have yet no regard to hearing, then they Are for hearing? It was a complaint of Some in the former age, that they made themselves like bruit beasts, which having both those Powers of hearing and tasting, have yet no regard to hearing, cs pns32 vbr p-acp vvg? pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt j n1, cst pns32 vvd px32 av-j n1 n2, r-crq vhg d d n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg, vhb av dx n1 p-acp vvg, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10022 but are all for feeding and eating. but Are all for feeding and eating. cc-acp vbr d p-acp vvg cc vvg. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10023 They carry it like beasts, and are more bruitish then a beast, who employ their mouths more then their eares. They carry it like beasts, and Are more brutish then a beast, who employ their mouths more then their ears. pns32 vvb pn31 av-j n2, cc vbr av-dc j cs dt n1, r-crq vvb po32 n2 av-dc cs po32 n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10024 A beast is made in that low forme, to live to eat, and worke, and so to dye; A beast is made in that low Form, to live to eat, and work, and so to die; dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi, cc n1, cc av pc-acp vvi; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10025 man is of a higher forme, next to that of Angells, and for him to spend his time in eating and drinking, man is of a higher Form, next to that of Angels, and for him to spend his time in eating and drinking, n1 vbz pp-f dt jc n1, ord p-acp d pp-f n2, cc p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10026 as if his worke lay at his mouth, not at his ear, is to degrade himself and lead a bruitish life. as if his work lay At his Mouth, not At his ear, is to degrade himself and led a brutish life. c-acp cs po31 n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, xx p-acp po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi px31 cc vvi dt j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10027 The Apostle brings in such bruits speaking thus, (1 Cor. 15.32.) Let us eat and drink for to morrow we shall dye; The Apostle brings in such bruits speaking thus, (1 Cor. 15.32.) Let us eat and drink for to morrow we shall die; dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2 vvg av, (crd np1 crd.) vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi p-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vvi; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10028 not a word of using their eares: not a word of using their ears: xx dt n1 pp-f vvg po32 n2: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10029 they say not, come let us hear the word of God, let us seek bread for our soules, they say not, come let us hear the word of God, let us seek bred for our Souls, pns32 vvb xx, vvb vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno12 vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10030 but come, let us eat and drink; but come, let us eat and drink; cc-acp vvb, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 504
10031 now for a man to be so much in eating, as to neglect hearing and meditating, what doth he but make himselfe like a beast of the earth, who should be like the Angels in Heaven, dayly rising up to a spirituall and heavenly life; now for a man to be so much in eating, as to neglect hearing and meditating, what does he but make himself like a beast of the earth, who should be like the Angels in Heaven, daily rising up to a spiritual and heavenly life; av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi av av-d p-acp vvg, c-acp pc-acp vvi vvg cc vvg, q-crq vdz pns31 p-acp vvi px31 av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmd vbi av-j dt n2 p-acp n1, av-j vvg a-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10032 God lifts us up to Heaven (as I may say) by the eares. Our eares were not given us only to heare delightfull sounds, God lifts us up to Heaven (as I may say) by the ears. Our ears were not given us only to hear delightful sounds, np1 vvz pno12 a-acp p-acp n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) p-acp dt n2. po12 n2 vbdr xx vvn pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi j n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10033 or to commune one with another about the affaires of this life; or to commune one with Another about the affairs of this life; cc pc-acp vvi pi p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10034 the use of the eare is yet more noble, even to helpe us in the receiving of all saving and sanctifying knowledge. the use of the ear is yet more noble, even to help us in the receiving of all Saving and sanctifying knowledge. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av av-dc j, av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d vvg cc j-vvg n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10035 Faith comes by hearing, (Rom. 15.17.) and so doth every grace, both as to the implantation and growth of it, till we come to glory. Faith comes by hearing, (Rom. 15.17.) and so does every grace, both as to the implantation and growth of it, till we come to glory. n1 vvz p-acp vvg, (np1 crd.) cc av vdz d n1, d c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10036 Therefore consider how you use this excellent sense of hearing, and how you improve in spirituals by what you have heard. Therefore Consider how you use this excellent sense of hearing, and how you improve in spirituals by what you have herd. av vvb c-crq pn22 vvb d j n1 pp-f vvg, cc c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vvn. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10037 We were made after the Image of God in knowledge and righteousnesse, and it should be the great designe of our lives to get this image renewed; We were made After the Image of God in knowledge and righteousness, and it should be the great Design of our lives to get this image renewed; pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 vvn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10038 and that is done at the eare, 'tis wrought by hearing; faith, repentance, and every grace come in and are wrought at the eare. and that is done At the ear, it's wrought by hearing; faith, Repentance, and every grace come in and Are wrought At the ear. cc d vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp vvg; n1, n1, cc d n1 vvn p-acp cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10039 Some scoffe at this latter age, calling it a hearing age, not a working age; some scoff At this latter age, calling it a hearing age, not a working age; d n1 p-acp d d n1, vvg pn31 dt vvg n1, xx dt j-vvg n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10040 we (say they) are much for ear-work, little for hand-work; all for Preaching, nothing for doing; we (say they) Are much for ear-work, little for handwork; all for Preaching, nothing for doing; pns12 (vvb pns32) vbr d p-acp n1, j p-acp n1; d p-acp vvg, pix p-acp vdg; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10041 nor can this reproach be quite wiped off, seeing with our plenty of Preaching, there is so little practising; nor can this reproach be quite wiped off, seeing with our plenty of Preaching, there is so little practising; ccx vmb d n1 vbb av vvn a-acp, vvg p-acp po12 n1 pp-f vvg, pc-acp vbz av j vvg; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10042 as if men had turned all the members of their body into eares, and were nothing but hearing: as if men had turned all the members of their body into ears, and were nothing but hearing: c-acp cs n2 vhd vvn d dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n2, cc vbdr pix cc-acp vvg: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10043 To doe nothing but heare, or to heare and doe nothing, to heare much and act little, is a high provocation. To do nothing but hear, or to hear and do nothing, to hear much and act little, is a high provocation. pc-acp vdi pix cc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi cc vdb pix, pc-acp vvi d cc vvi j, vbz dt j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10044 To have a swel'd head and a feeble hand is the disease of Religion. To have a swelled head and a feeble hand is the disease of Religion. p-acp vhi dt vvn n1 cc dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10045 Yet let not voluptuous Epicures who are all for the palate and belly-cheere think to excuse themselves, Yet let not voluptuous Epicureans who Are all for the palate and belly-cheer think to excuse themselves, av vvb xx j n2 r-crq vbr d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvb pc-acp vvi px32, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10046 for not hearing, or for seldome hearing, because some who hear much are found doing little, for not hearing, or for seldom hearing, Because Some who hear much Are found doing little, c-acp xx vvg, cc p-acp av vvg, c-acp d r-crq vvb d vbr vvn vdg j, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10047 or seldome do what they hear: or seldom do what they hear: cc av vdb r-crq pns32 vvb: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10048 for as these shall be condemned by the word which they have heard and not done, for as these shall be condemned by the word which they have herd and not done, c-acp c-acp d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn cc xx vdi, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10049 so shall these for not hearing the word which would have shewed them what to doe. so shall these for not hearing the word which would have showed them what to do. av vmb d p-acp xx vvg dt n1 r-crq vmd vhi vvn pno32 r-crq pc-acp vdi. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10050 It hath been anciently said, The belly hath no eares, nor will they either mind hearing, It hath been anciently said, The belly hath no ears, nor will they either mind hearing, pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn, dt n1 vhz dx n2, ccx vmb pns32 d n1 vvg, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10051 or mind what they hear, who mind their bellyes (not for hunger and the support of nature, that is (as Solomon speaks ( Eccles. 10.17.) for strength but) for drunkennesse or surfet. or mind what they hear, who mind their bellies (not for hunger and the support of nature, that is (as Solomon speaks (Eccles. 10.17.) for strength but) for Drunkenness or surfeit. cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, r-crq n1 po32 n2 (xx p-acp n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz (c-acp np1 vvz (np1 crd.) p-acp n1 p-acp) p-acp n1 cc n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10053 No, said Cato, I like not your society, I doe not love to converse with a man who useth his mouth more then his eares; No, said Cato, I like not your society, I do not love to converse with a man who uses his Mouth more then his ears; uh-dx, vvd np1, pns11 vvb xx po22 n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz po31 n1 av-dc cs po31 n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10054 who is busied more to please his tast in eating and drinking, then to enrich his understanding by hearing and discoursing. The Apostle ( Tit. 1.12. referring them to one of their own Poets) calleth the Cretians evill beasts, slow bellies. who is busied more to please his taste in eating and drinking, then to enrich his understanding by hearing and discoursing. The Apostle (Tit. 1.12. referring them to one of their own Poets) calls the Cretians evil beasts, slow bellies. r-crq vbz vvn av-dc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg, cs pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg. dt n1 (np1 crd. vvg pno32 p-acp crd pp-f po32 d n2) vvz dt njp2 n-jn n2, j n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 505
10055 They were not slow to fill their bellyes, but their full bellyes (their belly being their God, as he told some among the Philippians, Chap. 3.19.) made them slow, They were not slow to fill their bellies, but their full bellies (their belly being their God, as he told Some among the Philippians, Chap. 3.19.) made them slow, pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc-acp po32 j n2 (po32 n1 vbg po32 n1, c-acp pns31 vvd d p-acp dt njp2, np1 crd.) j-vvn pno32 j, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 506
10056 yea reprobate to every good word and worke. yea Reprobate to every good word and work. uh vvi p-acp d j n1 cc n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 506
10057 Solomon gives man a great charge when he saith ( Prov. 23.23.) Buy truth, and sell it not. Solomon gives man a great charge when he Says (Curae 23.23.) Buy truth, and fell it not. np1 vvz n1 dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz (np1 crd.) vvb n1, cc vvi pn31 xx. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 506
10058 The mart for those most precious commodities grace and truth, is kept (not at the belly, but) at the eare; The mars for those most precious commodities grace and truth, is kept (not At the belly, but) At the ear; dt n1 p-acp d av-ds j n2 vvb cc n1, vbz vvd (xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp) p-acp dt n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 506
10059 there we buy without money, and without price both grace and truth; to get these is to be wise merchants. there we buy without money, and without price both grace and truth; to get these is to be wise merchant's. a-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 d n1 cc n1; pc-acp vvi d vbz pc-acp vbi j n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 506
10060 The best market we can make, the best trade we can drive is with and at our eares: The best market we can make, the best trade we can drive is with and At our ears: dt js n1 pns12 vmb vvi, dt js n1 pns12 vmb vvi vbz p-acp cc p-acp po12 n2: (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 506
10061 The eare tryeth words, as the mouth tasteth meat. And from this Elihu infers Vers. 4. Let us chuse to our selves judgment; The ear trieth words, as the Mouth tasteth meat. And from this Elihu infers Vers. 4. Let us choose to our selves judgement; dt n1 vvz n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1. cc p-acp d np1 vvz np1 crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 506
10062 let us know among our selves what is good. This verse containes the second request which Elihu made to Jobs friends; let us know among our selves what is good. This verse contains the second request which Elihu made to Jobs Friends; vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vbz j. d n1 vvz dt ord n1 r-crq np1 vvn p-acp n2 n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1646 Page 506
10063 The summe of it is, that they might proceed judiciously and fairly in the cause before them. The sum of it is, that they might proceed judiciously and fairly in the cause before them. dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, cst pns32 vmd vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1647 Page 506
10064 As if he had said, Seeing it is the office of the eare to try words, as the mouth tasteth meat; As if he had said, Seeing it is the office of the ear to try words, as the Mouth tasteth meat; p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vvg pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1647 Page 506
10065 let us see what we can do with our eares towards the determination of this matter. let us see what we can do with our ears towards the determination of this matter. vvb pno12 vvi r-crq pns12 vmb vdi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1647 Page 506
10066 Job hath often wished to find one with whom he might debate and try this cause in judgment; Job hath often wished to find one with whom he might debate and try this cause in judgement; np1 vhz av vvn pc-acp vvi pi p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1647 Page 506
10067 let us give him his wish, and having throughly weighed the matter and merits of his cause, let us see what justice will award him. let us give him his wish, and having thoroughly weighed the matter and merits of his cause, let us see what Justice will award him. vvb pno12 vvi pno31 po31 n1, cc vhg av-j vvn dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq n1 vmb vvi pno31. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1647 Page 506
10068 Let us chuse to our selves judgment, &c. Let us chuse. To elect or chuse is the worke of the will. Let us choose to our selves judgement, etc. Let us choose. To elect or choose is the work of the will. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 n1, av vvb pno12 vvi. pc-acp vvi cc vvi vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1647 Page 506
10069 And to chuse what is good, what is right, is a gracious work of a renewed will; And to choose what is good, what is right, is a gracious work of a renewed will; cc pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j, r-crq vbz j-jn, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1648 Page 506
10070 as Gods Election of us from Eternity, so our Election of God and the things of God at any time, is a very gracious worke. as God's Election of us from Eternity, so our Election of God and the things of God At any time, is a very gracious work. c-acp ng1 n1 pp-f pno12 p-acp n1, av po12 n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, vbz dt av j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1648 Page 506
10071 This affirmative act, To chuse to us judgement, seemes to imply a negative, the rejecting or laying aside of whatsoever is contrary to or a hindrance of Judgement; This affirmative act, To choose to us judgement, seems to imply a negative, the rejecting or laying aside of whatsoever is contrary to or a hindrance of Judgement; d j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 n1, vvz pc-acp vvi dt j-jn, dt vvg cc vvg av pp-f r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1649 Page 506
10072 that is, the laying aside, First, of all animosities or undue heates of spirit; Secondly, of all prejudices and undue prepossessions; that is, the laying aside, First, of all animosities or undue heats of Spirit; Secondly, of all prejudices and undue prepossessions; d vbz, dt vvg av, ord, pp-f d n2 cc j n2 pp-f n1; ord, pp-f d n2 cc j n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1649 Page 506
10073 Thirdly, of all groundlesse suspitions and jealousies of the person we have to deale with, we can never chuse judgement, till we are cleare of all these. Thirdly, of all groundless suspicions and jealousies of the person we have to deal with, we can never choose judgement, till we Are clear of all these. ord, pp-f d j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp, pns12 vmb av-x vvi n1, c-acp pns12 vbr j pp-f d d. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1649 Page 506
10074 The original word rendred to chuse, signifies in the noune, a young man, a man in the flower of his age, in the best of his life, The original word rendered to choose, signifies in the noun, a young man, a man in the flower of his age, in the best of his life, dt j-jn n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, vvz p-acp dt n1, dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt js pp-f po31 n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10075 when his breasts (as Job spake at the twentieth Chapter) are full of milke, and his bones of marrow; when his breasts (as Job spoke At the twentieth Chapter) Are full of milk, and his bones of marrow; c-crq po31 n2 (c-acp n1 vvd p-acp dt ord n1) vbr j pp-f n1, cc po31 n2 pp-f n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10076 and the reason is given, because our younger time is our chusing time, as to our way in this world; and the reason is given, Because our younger time is our choosing time, as to our Way in this world; cc dt n1 vbz vvn, c-acp po12 jc n1 vbz po12 vvg n1, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10077 it should be so much more for heaven, or the things of another world. it should be so much more for heaven, or the things of Another world. pn31 vmd vbi av av-d av-dc p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10078 Remember now thy Creator in the dayes of thy youth, saith Solomon (Eccl: 12.1.) Some render those words expressely, In the dayes of thy elections or chusings; remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, Says Solomon (Ecclesiastes: 12.1.) some render those words expressly, In the days of thy elections or chusings; vvb av po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, vvz np1 (np1: crd.) d vvb d n2 av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n2 cc n2-vvg; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10079 As if he had sayd, Remember to chuse God in thy chusing dayes, when thou chusest thy calling in which to live, As if he had said, remember to choose God in thy choosing days, when thou choosest thy calling in which to live, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vvb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po21 vvg n2, c-crq pns21 vv2 po21 n-vvg p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10080 when thou chusest a wife, with whom to spend thy life, then be sure and remember above all things to chuse God. when thou choosest a wife, with whom to spend thy life, then be sure and Remember above all things to choose God. c-crq pns21 vv2 dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pc-acp vvi po21 n1, av vbb j cc vvb p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi np1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10081 When Moses was a young man, he was famous for this Choice ( Heb: 11.25, 26.) He chose the reproach of Christ rather then the riches of Egypt; When Moses was a young man, he was famous for this Choice (Hebrew: 11.25, 26.) He chosen the reproach of christ rather then the riches of Egypt; c-crq np1 vbds dt j n1, pns31 vbds j p-acp d n1 (n1: crd, crd) pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 av av dt n2 pp-f np1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10082 when he had all the riches and honours of Egypt presented to him, and courting him on the one side, when he had all the riches and honours of Egypt presented to him, and courting him on the one side, c-crq pns31 vhd d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvg pno31 p-acp dt crd n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10083 and the reproach of Christ, affliction, poverty, disgrace, threatning him on the other side, he chose these rather; and the reproach of christ, affliction, poverty, disgrace, threatening him on the other side, he chosen these rather; cc dt n1 pp-f np1, n1, n1, n1, vvg pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vvd d av; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10084 who would thinke that man wise who should chuse the reproach of Christ (in appearance nothing but dirt and dross) before the riches of Egypt? yet Moses never shewed his wisdome and learning so much in all the learning of the Egyptians, as he did in that Choice. Let us chuse Judgement. who would think that man wise who should choose the reproach of christ (in appearance nothing but dirt and dross) before the riches of Egypt? yet Moses never showed his Wisdom and learning so much in all the learning of the egyptians, as he did in that Choice. Let us choose Judgement. q-crq vmd vvi d n1 j r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 (p-acp n1 pix cc-acp n1 cc n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? av np1 av-x vvd po31 n1 cc n1 av av-d p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp d n1. vvb pno12 vvi n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1650 Page 507
10085 Judgement may be taken two wayes; Judgement may be taken two ways; n1 vmb vbi vvn crd n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1651 Page 507
10086 First, for the act of enquiry, let us discourse and debate this matter, to find out what is just; First, for the act of enquiry, let us discourse and debate this matter, to find out what is just; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi av q-crq vbz j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1651 Page 507
10087 Judgement is the result or sentence given upon hearing and debate. And most properly a right sentence is Judgement; Judgement is the result or sentence given upon hearing and debate. And most properly a right sentence is Judgement; n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp vvg cc n1. cc av-ds av-j dt j-jn n1 vbz n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1651 Page 507
10088 and that by Judgement Elihu meanes a right sentence, appeares clearely from the next words. And let us know among our selves what is good. and that by Judgement Elihu means a right sentence, appears clearly from the next words. And let us know among our selves what is good. cc cst p-acp n1 np1 vvz dt j-jn n1, vvz av-j p-acp dt ord n2. cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vbz j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1651 Page 507
10089 Let us know, that is, let us so try by the ear what shall be spoken, that we may come to a right knowledge, to a right gust or tast of what is good. There is a two-fold knowledge; Let us know, that is, let us so try by the ear what shall be spoken, that we may come to a right knowledge, to a right gust or taste of what is good. There is a twofold knowledge; vvb pno12 vvi, cst vbz, vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq vbz j. pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1652 Page 507
10090 First, of simple intelligence, when we know any thing as it is precisely in its owne nature, true or false, good or evill; First, of simple intelligence, when we know any thing as it is precisely in its own nature, true or false, good or evil; ord, pp-f j n1, c-crq pns12 vvb d n1 c-acp pn31 vbz av-j p-acp po31 d n1, j cc j, j cc j-jn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1652 Page 507
10091 Secondly, of approbation, when we conclude what we know, to be true or good. We may take in both here, especially the latter; Secondly, of approbation, when we conclude what we know, to be true or good. We may take in both Here, especially the latter; ord, pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb r-crq pns12 vvb, pc-acp vbi j cc j. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d av, av-j dt d; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1652 Page 507
10092 It being (doubtlesse) the desire of Elihu to find truth and goodness (if it were to be found) on Jobs side. It being (doubtless) the desire of Elihu to find truth and Goodness (if it were to be found) on Jobs side. pn31 vbg (av-j) dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 (cs pn31 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn) p-acp n2 n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1652 Page 508
10093 And when he saith, That we may know what is good; we may understand it either Comparatively or Positively; And when he Says, That we may know what is good; we may understand it either Comparatively or Positively; cc c-crq pns31 vvz, cst pns12 vmb vvi r-crq vbz j; pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av-d av-j cc av-j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1653 Page 508
10094 that we may know what is good; is, first, that we may know good from evill; that we may know what is good; is, First, that we may know good from evil; cst pns12 vmb vvi r-crq vbz j; vbz, ord, cst pns12 vmb vvi j p-acp n-jn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1653 Page 508
10095 Secondly, that we may know among good things, what is better, yea what is best; Secondly, that we may know among good things, what is better, yea what is best; ord, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, r-crq vbz av-jc, uh q-crq vbz js; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1653 Page 508
10096 let us not only distinguish between good and bad, but between good and better, better and best. let us not only distinguish between good and bad, but between good and better, better and best. vvb pno12 xx j vvi p-acp j cc j, cc-acp p-acp j cc av-jc, jc cc js. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1653 Page 508
10097 The reason of man is able to put a difference not only between wheat and tares, The reason of man is able to put a difference not only between wheat and tares, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 xx av-j p-acp n1 cc n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1653 Page 508
10098 but if you bring him severall samples of wheat, or other graine, he is able to judge which is the better, which is best; but if you bring him several samples of wheat, or other grain, he is able to judge which is the better, which is best; cc-acp cs pn22 vvb pno31 j n2 pp-f n1, cc j-jn n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt jc, r-crq vbz js; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1653 Page 508
10099 a knowing man will judge to two pence in a bushell which is best; a knowing man will judge to two pence in a bushel which is best; dt j-vvg n1 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz js; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1653 Page 508
10100 so in all other commodities we not only judge between that which is good, and that which is stark nought, so in all other commodities we not only judge between that which is good, and that which is stark nought, av p-acp d j-jn n2 pns12 xx av-j vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j, cc cst r-crq vbz av-j pix, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1653 Page 508
10101 but when we have many parcels and particulars of any kinde before us good and usefull, we judge which is the best, which the principall. but when we have many parcels and particulars of any kind before us good and useful, we judge which is the best, which the principal. cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhb d n2 cc n2-j pp-f d n1 p-acp pno12 j cc j, pns12 vvb r-crq vbz dt js, r-crq dt n-jn. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1653 Page 508
10102 Thus in spiritualls, we are not only to judge of things so farre as to know good from evill (which yet is a very good piece of knowledge; Thus in spirituals, we Are not only to judge of things so Far as to know good from evil (which yet is a very good piece of knowledge; av p-acp n2, pns12 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi j p-acp j-jn (r-crq av vbz dt av j n1 pp-f n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1654 Page 508
10103 for many put darkness for light, and light for darkness; for many put darkness for Light, and Light for darkness; p-acp d vvd n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1654 Page 508
10104 bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter, as the Prophet complained ( Isa: 5.20.) that is, they huddle all things together in a Chaos of confusion) but it should be our care to know good from good, bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter, as the Prophet complained (Isaiah: 5.20.) that is, they huddle all things together in a Chaos of confusion) but it should be our care to know good from good, j p-acp j, cc j p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 vvd (np1: crd.) cst vbz, pns32 n1 d n2 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) cc-acp pn31 vmd vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi j p-acp j, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1654 Page 508
10105 yea to know what excells among things that are excellent. yea to know what excels among things that Are excellent. uh p-acp vvi r-crq vvz p-acp n2 cst vbr j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1654 Page 508
10106 'Tis well when we know truth from falshood, but we should labour to know which among truths is the most precious truth. It's well when we know truth from falsehood, but we should labour to know which among truths is the most precious truth. pn31|vbz av c-crq pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq p-acp n2 vbz dt av-ds j n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1654 Page 508
10107 Paul having spoken of what was good, yea of the best gifts, saith, Yet I will shew you a more excellent way (1 Cor: 12.31.) As if he had sayd sayd, This is a good way you are in, the exercise of the best gifts, Paul having spoken of what was good, yea of the best Gifts, Says, Yet I will show you a more excellent Way (1 Cor: 12.31.) As if he had said said, This is a good Way you Are in, the exercise of the best Gifts, np1 vhg vvn pp-f r-crq vbds j, uh pp-f dt js n2, vvz, av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt av-dc j n1 (vvn fw-la: crd.) p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn vvn, d vbz dt j n1 pn22 vbr p-acp, dt n1 pp-f dt js n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1654 Page 508
10108 but here's a more excellent way, the exercise of grace. but here's a more excellent Way, the exercise of grace. cc-acp av|vbz dt n1 j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1654 Page 508
10109 Thus here I take good, not so much Positively as Comparatively, Let us know what is good, that is, what is best, Thus Here I take good, not so much Positively as Comparatively, Let us know what is good, that is, what is best, av av pns11 vvb j, xx av av-d av-j c-acp av-j, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq vbz j, cst vbz, q-crq vbz js, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1654 Page 508
10110 and what is best of all. Let us chuse to our selves Judgement: and know among our selves that which is good. and what is best of all. Let us choose to our selves Judgement: and know among our selves that which is good. cc r-crq vbz js pp-f d. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 n1: cc vvb p-acp po12 n2 cst r-crq vbz j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1654 Page 508
10133 Our elections are more eyed by God, then our actions, and the setting of our hearts, Our elections Are more eyed by God, then our actions, and the setting of our hearts, po12 n2 vbr dc vvn p-acp np1, cs po12 n2, cc dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10111 First, In that he saith, Let us chuse to our selves Judgement. Observe. We must consider deliberately and maturely before we pass Judgement. First, In that he Says, Let us choose to our selves Judgement. Observe. We must Consider deliberately and maturely before we pass Judgement. ord, p-acp cst pns31 vvz, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 n1. vvb. pns12 vmb vvi av-j cc av-j c-acp pns12 vvb n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1655 Page 508
10112 Judgement is a choice thing, and must be made upon choyce; it is not to be snatched up hastily, but duely chosen. Judgement is a choice thing, and must be made upon choice; it is not to be snatched up hastily, but duly chosen. n1 vbz dt j n1, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp av-j, cc-acp av-jn vvn. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10113 They that are upon the choyce either of things or persons, should be much in Consideration. They that Are upon the choice either of things or Persons, should be much in Consideration. pns32 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f n2 cc n2, vmd vbi av-d p-acp n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10114 How uncomely (besides unrighteous) is it, to judge men or matters rashly, to be hurried on to election with passion, How uncomely (beside unrighteous) is it, to judge men or matters rashly, to be hurried on to election with passion, q-crq j (p-acp j) vbz pn31, pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 av-j, pc-acp vbi vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10115 or to judge upon heare-sayes and Conjectures? This is not to chuse Judgement, but to snatch it up; or to judge upon hearsays and Conjectures? This is not to choose Judgement, but to snatch it up; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc n2? d vbz xx pc-acp vvi n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10116 to chuse Judgement is to doe it with mature deliberation; there must be much weighing, else properly no judging; to choose Judgement is to do it with mature deliberation; there must be much weighing, Else properly no judging; pc-acp vvi n1 vbz pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp j n1; pc-acp vmb vbi av-d vvg, av av-j uh-x vvg; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10117 rash judgement is usually wrong judgement; rash judgement is usually wrong judgement; j n1 vbz av-j j-jn n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10118 and that layeth us open to another judgement, Judge not that ye be not judged, is Christs warning ( Math: 7.1.) that is, doe not judge hastily, and that Layeth us open to Another judgement, Judge not that you be not judged, is Christ warning (Math: 7.1.) that is, do not judge hastily, cc d vvz pno12 vvi p-acp j-jn n1, vvb xx cst pn22 vbb xx vvn, vbz npg1 n1 (np1: crd.) cst vbz, vdb xx vvi av-j, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10119 or harshly, doe not judge rashly nor rigidly, much lesse falsely, for if you do you shall be judged righteou••y (indeed) as to your case, or harshly, do not judge rashly nor rigidly, much less falsely, for if you do you shall be judged righteou••y (indeed) as to your case, cc av-j, vdb xx vvi av-j ccx av-j, av-d av-dc av-j, c-acp cs pn22 vdb pn22 vmb vbi vvn av (av) c-acp p-acp po22 n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10120 but not comfortably as to your condition. but not comfortably as to your condition. cc-acp xx av-j a-acp p-acp po22 n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10121 They who will not chuse Judgement, doe, in the issue, chuse Judgement, that is, not using deliberation in Judgement, they draw deservedly upon themselves a judgement of condemnation. They who will not choose Judgement, do, in the issue, choose Judgement, that is, not using deliberation in Judgement, they draw deservedly upon themselves a judgement of condemnation. pns32 r-crq vmb xx vvi n1, vdb, p-acp dt n1, vvb n1, cst vbz, xx vvg n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb av-vvn p-acp px32 dt n1 pp-f n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1657 Page 509
10122 Secondly, Taking it more generally, Let us chuse to our selves Judgement, or that which is right. Note. Secondly, Taking it more generally, Let us choose to our selves Judgement, or that which is right. Note. ord, vvg pn31 av-dc av-j, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 n1, cc cst r-crq vbz j-jn. n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1658 Page 509
10123 It is not enough for us to doe Judgement, or that which is right, but we must chuse it. It is not enough for us to do Judgement, or that which is right, but we must choose it. pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi n1, cc cst r-crq vbz j-jn, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pn31. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1659 Page 509
10124 'Tis a worke of no acceptation with God to doe that which is just, unlesse we chuse it as wel as doe it, that is, It's a work of no acceptation with God to do that which is just, unless we choose it as well as do it, that is, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dx n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j, cs pns12 vvb pn31 a-acp av c-acp vdb pn31, cst vbz, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10125 unlesse our hearts close with it, and pitch upon it. Solomon (Prov: 1.29.) chargeth the simple for not chusing what was good; unless our hearts close with it, and pitch upon it. Solomon (Curae: 1.29.) charges the simple for not choosing what was good; cs po12 n2 av-j p-acp pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31. np1 (np1: crd.) vvz dt j c-acp xx vvg r-crq vbds j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10126 they did not chuse the feare of the Lord. they did not choose the Fear of the Lord. pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10127 By the feare of the Lord, he meanes the true worship of the Lord, or any worke of obedience, by which we testifie a holy feare of him; By the Fear of the Lord, he means the true worship of the Lord, or any work of Obedience, by which we testify a holy Fear of him; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f pno31; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10128 possibly they might doe the feare of the Lord; possibly they might do the Fear of the Lord; av-j pns32 vmd vdi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10129 possibly they worshipped the Lord, they prayed to him, and heard his word, but they did not chuse the feare of the Lord; possibly they worshipped the Lord, they prayed to him, and herd his word, but they did not choose the Fear of the Lord; av-j pns32 vvd dt n1, pns32 vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd po31 n1, cc-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10130 they did not sit downe and judge that best, or most necessary, but tooke it up by accident, they did not fit down and judge that best, or most necessary, but took it up by accident, pns32 vdd xx vvi a-acp cc vvi cst js, cc av-ds j, cc-acp vvd pn31 a-acp p-acp n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10131 or by custome, or for company, because they saw others doe it. or by custom, or for company, Because they saw Others do it. cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vvd n2-jn vdi pn31. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10132 It will not turne to our account to be found doing good, unlesse we chuse to our selves that which is good. It will not turn to our account to be found doing good, unless we choose to our selves that which is good. pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vdg j, cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 cst r-crq vbz j. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10134 then the work of our hands. Thirdly, From the latter branch, Let us know among our selves what is good. Note. then the work of our hands. Thirdly, From the latter branch, Let us know among our selves what is good. Note. cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. ord, p-acp dt d n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vbz j. n1. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1660 Page 509
10135 First, There's nothing worth our knowing, but that which is good. Whatsoever hath a morall, or a spirituall good in it, is worthy to be knowne; First, There's nothing worth our knowing, but that which is good. Whatsoever hath a moral, or a spiritual good in it, is worthy to be known; ord, pc-acp|vbz pix j po12 vvg, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz j. r-crq vhz dt j, cc dt j j p-acp pn31, vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1662 Page 510
10136 the truths, the workes, the wayes of God, are the most desireable good things to be studied and knowne ( Psal: 4.6.) There are many will say, who will shew us any good? What's their good? Corne, wine, oyle, gold, silver, houses, lands, &c. these are their good, the truths, the works, the ways of God, Are the most desirable good things to be studied and known (Psalm: 4.6.) There Are many will say, who will show us any good? What's their good? Corn, wine, oil, gold, silver, houses, Lands, etc. these Are their good, dt n2, dt n2, dt n2 pp-f np1, vbr dt av-ds j j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc j-vvn (np1: crd.) pc-acp vbr d vmb vvi, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j? q-crq|vbz po32 j? n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n2, n2, av d vbr po32 j, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1663 Page 510
10137 and these are all their good; and these Are all their good; cc d vbr d po32 j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1663 Page 510
10138 but though a godly man knoweth that these are good things, and blesseth God for any portion in them; but though a godly man Knoweth that these Are good things, and Blesses God for any portion in them; cc-acp cs dt j n1 vvz cst d vbr j n2, cc vvz np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno32; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1663 Page 510
10139 yet that which he call's his good, and the good, is of a higher nature; yet that which he call's his good, and the good, is of a higher nature; av cst r-crq pns31 vvz po31 j, cc dt j, vbz pp-f dt jc n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1663 Page 510
10140 We commonly call worldly things our goods, but we mis-call them if we call them our good. The Favour of God is our good, grace is our good, faith and love and hope and righteousnesse are good above all, God himselfe is good, We commonly call worldly things our goods, but we miscall them if we call them our good. The Favour of God is our good, grace is our good, faith and love and hope and righteousness Are good above all, God himself is good, pns12 av-j vvb j n2 po12 n2-j, p-acp pns12 j pno32 cs pns12 vvb pno32 po12 j. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po12 j, n1 vbz po12 j, n1 cc n1 cc n1 cc n1 vbr j p-acp d, np1 px31 vbz j, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1663 Page 510
10141 and to know and enjoy him in Christ through the Spirit is our chiefest good here, and to know and enjoy him in christ through the Spirit is our chiefest good Here, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 vbz po12 js-jn j av, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1663 Page 510
10142 and will be all our good hereafter. Let us know what is good. From the Comparative sense of the words, Let us know what is good, that is, and will be all our good hereafter. Let us know what is good. From the Comparative sense of the words, Let us know what is good, that is, cc vmb vbi d po12 j av. vvb pno12 vvi r-crq vbz j. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq vbz j, cst vbz, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1663 Page 510
10143 if there be a better to be had let us know that. Observe. if there be a better to be had let us know that. Observe. cs pc-acp vbi dt jc pc-acp vbi vhn vvn pno12 vvi d. vvb. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1664 Page 510
10144 It is not enough for us to have the knowledge of good things, but among good things the best are to be sought out, to be knowne, and attained to. It is not enough for us to have the knowledge of good things, but among good things the best Are to be sought out, to be known, and attained to. pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp pno12 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc-acp p-acp j n2 dt js vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av, pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1665 Page 510
10145 This was a speciall branch of the Apostles prayer for the Philippians (Phil: 1.10.) That ye may approve the things that are excellent; This was a special branch of the Apostles prayer for the Philippians (Philip: 1.10.) That you may approve the things that Are excellent; d vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp dt njp2 (np1: crd.) cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 cst vbr j; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 510
10146 or the things that differ in excellency; Some are contented to sit downe in the lowest forme of Christs Schoole; or the things that differ in excellency; some Are contented to fit down in the lowest Form of Christ School; cc dt n2 cst vvb p-acp n1; d vbr vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt js n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 510
10147 if they have but any thing which they may call good, or true, right and sincere, they looke no further; if they have but any thing which they may call good, or true, right and sincere, they look no further; cs pns32 vhb p-acp d n1 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi j, cc j, j-jn cc j, pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 510
10148 any thing satisfieth them, which will serve turne to keep them from perishing; any thing Satisfieth them, which will serve turn to keep them from perishing; d n1 vvz pno32, r-crq vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 510
10149 they have no holy aspirings, nor godly covetous desires after the best things, and the best of the best. they have no holy aspirings, nor godly covetous Desires After the best things, and the best of the best. pns32 vhb dx j n2-vvg, ccx j j n2 p-acp dt js n2, cc dt js pp-f dt js. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 510
10150 God is willing and hath promised to give us not only good things, but the best things ( Psal: 81.16.) He should have fed them also with the finest of the wheat, and with honey out of the rock should I have satisfied thee; God is willing and hath promised to give us not only good things, but the best things (Psalm: 81.16.) He should have fed them also with the Finest of the wheat, and with honey out of the rock should I have satisfied thee; np1 vbz j cc vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 xx j j n2, cc-acp dt js n2 (np1: crd.) pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 av p-acp dt js pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp n1 av pp-f dt n1 vmd pns11 vhi vvn pno21; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10151 'tis a mercy to have wheat, but the finest of the wheat, and honey out of the rock, not ordinary honey, it's a mercy to have wheat, but the Finest of the wheat, and honey out of the rock, not ordinary honey, pn31|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vhi n1, cc-acp dt js pp-f dt n1, cc n1 av pp-f dt n1, xx j n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10152 but the best honey, the purest honey, are greater mercies. but the best honey, the Purest honey, Are greater Mercies. cc-acp dt js n1, dt js n1, vbr jc n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10153 We, by our sins, deserve that God should (as the Prophet speakes, Isa: 30.20.) give us the bread of adversity, and the water of affliction; We, by our Sins, deserve that God should (as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah: 30.20.) give us the bred of adversity, and the water of affliction; pns12, p-acp po12 n2, vvb d np1 vmd (c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1: crd.) vvb pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10154 that is, either that he should give us adversity in stead of bread, and affliction in stead of water, that is, either that he should give us adversity in stead of bred, and affliction in stead of water, cst vbz, d cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10155 or that he should feed us with the coursest bread, with huskes and bran, and give us bitter waters, the waters of Marah to drinke, or that he should feed us with the Coursest bred, with husks and bran, and give us bitter waters, the waters of Marah to drink, cc cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt vv2 n1, p-acp n2 cc n1, cc vvb pno12 j n2, dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10156 yet he in mercy gives us pleasant bread, and wel-tasted water; yet he in mercy gives us pleasant bred, and wel-tasted water; av pns31 p-acp n1 vvz pno12 j n1, cc j n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10157 yea were we better, he would give us the best bread, the finest of the wheat, yea were we better, he would give us the best bred, the Finest of the wheat, uh vbdr po12 j, pns31 vmd vvi pno12 dt js n1, dt js pp-f dt n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10158 and our cup should be sweeter to us then the sweetest honey. The reason why we have not of the best, is because we are no better. and our cup should be Sweeten to us then the Sweetest honey. The reason why we have not of the best, is Because we Are no better. cc po12 n1 vmd vbi jc p-acp pno12 av dt js n1. dt n1 c-crq pns12 vhb xx pp-f dt js, vbz c-acp pns12 vbr dx jc. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10159 Yea God now gives us not only good things, but the best of good things, Yea God now gives us not only good things, but the best of good things, uh np1 av vvz pno12 xx j j n2, cc-acp dt js pp-f j n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10160 even himselfe, his Son and Spirit, who are best of all (O how excellent is this loving kindness!) therefore let us not only look after good things, even himself, his Son and Spirit, who Are best of all (Oh how excellent is this loving kindness!) Therefore let us not only look After good things, av-j px31, po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr js pp-f d (uh q-crq j vbz d j-vvg n1!) av vvb pno12 xx j vvb p-acp j n2, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10161 but the best of good things, to honour God, and lift up his name to the highest in this world; but the best of good things, to honour God, and lift up his name to the highest in this world; cc-acp dt js pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt js p-acp d n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10162 Let us labour to know and doe the best things; Let us labour to know and do the best things; vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi cc vdb dt js n2; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10163 and give God our best services and purest praises, even the male of our flocke, the first-borne, the strength of our whole soules. and give God our best services and Purest praises, even the male of our flock, the firstborn, the strength of our Whole Souls. cc vvb np1 po12 js n2 cc js n2, av dt n-jn pp-f po12 n1, dt j, dt n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n2. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10164 To these highest attainments, Elihu perswades those wise and knowing men, promising to joyne with them in that search; To these highest attainments, Elihu persuades those wise and knowing men, promising to join with them in that search; p-acp d js n2, np1 vvz d j cc j-vvg n2, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1; (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10165 Come let us beat out the business with diligence, that we may at last chuse Judgement, Come let us beatrice out the business with diligence, that we may At last choose Judgement, vvb vvb pno12 vvi av dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmb p-acp ord vvi n1, (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10166 and know among our selves what is good, what is best. and know among our selves what is good, what is best. cc vvb p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vbz j, r-crq vbz js. (21) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 511
10167 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. For Job hath said, I am righteous: JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. For Job hath said, I am righteous: np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp np1 vhz vvn, pns11 vbm j: (22) chapter (DIV2) 1666 Page 512
10168 and God hath taken away my Judgement. Should I lie against my right? my wound is incurable without transgression. and God hath taken away my Judgement. Should I lie against my right? my wound is incurable without Transgression. cc np1 vhz vvn av po11 n1. vmd pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n-jn? po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1667 Page 512
10169 What man is like Job, who drinketh up scorning like water? Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men. What man is like Job, who Drinketh up scorning like water? Which Goes in company with the workers of iniquity, and walks with wicked men. q-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz a-acp vvg av-j n1? r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1669 Page 512
10170 For he hath said, It profiteth a man nothing, that he should delight himselfe with God. THe Preface hath been dispatcht; For he hath said, It profiteth a man nothing, that he should delight himself with God. THe Preface hath been dispatched; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix, cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1. dt n1 vhz vbn vvn; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1671 Page 512
10171 the context of these five verses containes the whole charge, or bill of complaint, drawne up by Elihu against Job, consisting of many particulars. This charge is double; the context of these five Verses contains the Whole charge, or bill of complaint, drawn up by Elihu against Job, consisting of many particulars. This charge is double; dt n1 pp-f d crd n2 vvz dt j-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp np1, vvg pp-f d n2-j. d n1 vbz j-jn; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1672 Page 512
10172 The first part whereof is contained in the 5th and 6th verses; the second in the 7th 8th and 9th verses. The First part whereof is contained in the 5th and 6th Verses; the second in the 7th 8th and 9th Verses. dt ord n1 c-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt ord cc ord n2; dt ord p-acp dt ord ord cc ord n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1672 Page 512
10173 In the first charge he alledgeth foure things against Job; two in the 5th verse, and two in the 6th; The two things alledged against him in the 5th verse are. In the First charge he allegeth foure things against Job; two in the 5th verse, and two in the 6th; The two things alleged against him in the 5th verse Are. p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz crd n2 p-acp n1; crd p-acp dt ord n1, cc crd p-acp dt ord; dt crd n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt ord n1 vbr. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1672 Page 512
10174 First, That Job insisted too much upon his owne righteousness, Job hath said, I am righteous. First, That Job insisted too much upon his own righteousness, Job hath said, I am righteous. ord, cst n1 vvd av av-d p-acp po31 d n1, n1 vhz vvn, pns11 vbm j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1673 Page 512
10175 Secondly, That he reflected too boldly upon the righteousness of God, yea that upon the matter, he had accused God of unrighteousness, Secondly, That he reflected too boldly upon the righteousness of God, yea that upon the matter, he had accused God of unrighteousness, ord, cst pns31 vvd av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, uh cst p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhd vvn np1 pp-f n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1674 Page 512
10176 or injustice, God hath taken away my Judgement. Vers. 5. For Job hath said, I am righteous. or injustice, God hath taken away my Judgement. Vers. 5. For Job hath said, I am righteous. cc n1, np1 vhz vvn av po11 n1. np1 crd p-acp np1 vhz vvn, pns11 vbm j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1674 Page 512
10177 That's the first charge, Job hath said; Elihu gathers up, and collects those passages of Jobs complaint, which he found most faulty, That's the First charge, Job hath said; Elihu gathers up, and Collects those passages of Jobs complaint, which he found most faulty, d|vbz dt ord n1, np1 vhz vvn; np1 vvz a-acp, cc n2 d n2 pp-f n2 n1, r-crq pns31 vvd av-ds j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1675 Page 512
10178 and layeth them (as we say) in his dish; and Layeth them (as we say) in his dish; cc vvz pno32 (c-acp pns12 vvb) p-acp po31 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1675 Page 512
10179 Job hath said; we may well remember, and he cannot deny it, for he hath said it, not once only, Job hath said; we may well Remember, and he cannot deny it, for he hath said it, not once only, n1 vhz vvn; pns12 vmb av vvi, cc pns31 vmbx vvi pn31, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31, xx a-acp av-j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1675 Page 512
10180 but often, not lightly, but seriously and assertingly, I am just, or righteous; but often, not lightly, but seriously and assertingly, I am just, or righteous; cc-acp av, xx av-j, cc-acp av-j cc av-vvg, pns11 vbm j, cc j; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1675 Page 512
10181 that is, I have sufficiently shewed my innocency, and the equity of my cause, but I am not permitted to declare and hold it forth in such a way as I would, before my Judge; that is, I have sufficiently showed my innocency, and the equity of my cause, but I am not permitted to declare and hold it forth in such a Way as I would, before my Judge; cst vbz, pns11 vhb av-j vvn po11 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc-acp pns11 vbm xx vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvb pn31 av p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns11 vmd, p-acp po11 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1675 Page 513
10182 yea the Lord proceedeth with me, not in the ordinary way of Justice, but, being above law, afflicts me, at his pleasure, though I am innocent. yea the Lord Proceedeth with me, not in the ordinary Way of justice, but, being above law, afflicts me, At his pleasure, though I am innocent. uh dt n1 vvz p-acp pno11, xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp, vbg p-acp n1, vvz pno11, p-acp po31 n1, cs pns11 vbm j-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1675 Page 513
10183 This is the summe of what Job said, as often as he hath sayd, I am righteous. This is the sum of what Job said, as often as he hath said, I am righteous. d vbz dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvd, c-acp av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, pns11 vbm j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1675 Page 513
10184 The first particle which we render for, imports, the cleareness and truth of the charge; there is no avoyding the matter of fact; The First particle which we render for, imports, the cleareness and truth of the charge; there is no avoiding the matter of fact; dt ord n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, vvz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; pc-acp vbz dx vvg dt n1 pp-f n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1676 Page 513
10185 It will fall upon him, let him take it off and answer it if he can, It will fallen upon him, let him take it off and answer it if he can, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 vvi pn31 a-acp cc vvi pn31 cs pns31 vmb, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1676 Page 513
10186 or as wel as he can. For Job hath said, I am righteous. But it may be questioned, where said he this? or as well as he can. For Job hath said, I am righteous. But it may be questioned, where said he this? cc c-acp av c-acp pns31 vmb. p-acp np1 vhz vvn, pns11 vbm j. p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq vvd pns31 d? (22) chapter (DIV2) 1676 Page 513
10187 For answer, I shall doe two things. First, Shew from what passages in Jobs former answers this charge may be made good, or at least made up. For answer, I shall do two things. First, Show from what passages in Jobs former answers this charge may be made good, or At least made up. p-acp n1, pns11 vmb vdi crd n2. ord, vvb p-acp r-crq n2 p-acp n2 j n2 d n1 vmb vbi vvn j, cc p-acp ds vvn a-acp. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1678 Page 513
10188 Secondly, I shall shew in what sence Job said this, and how Elihu and Job doe either agree, or differ in the thing. Secondly, I shall show in what sense Job said this, and how Elihu and Job do either agree, or differ in the thing. ord, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq n1 n1 vvd d, cc q-crq np1 cc n1 vdb d vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1680 Page 513
10189 To the first, where said Job, I am righteous? I answer; To the First, where said Job, I am righteous? I answer; p-acp dt ord, c-crq vvd np1, pns11 vbm j? pns11 vvb; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1681 Page 513
10190 We find not this direct assertion in termes, or in so many words, but what he spake in severall places amounts to it; ( Chap: 13.18.) Behold, now I have ordered my cause, I know I shall be justified, (Chap: 23.10.) But he knoweth the way that I take, We find not this Direct assertion in terms, or in so many words, but what he spoke in several places amounts to it; (Chap: 13.18.) Behold, now I have ordered my cause, I know I shall be justified, (Chap: 23.10.) But he Knoweth the Way that I take, pns12 vvb xx d j n1 p-acp n2, cc p-acp av d n2, cc-acp q-crq pns31 vvd p-acp j n2 n2 p-acp pn31; (n1: crd.) vvb, av pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vbi vvn, (n1: crd.) p-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 cst pns11 vvb, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10191 when he hath tryed me, I shall come forth as gold. (Chap: 27.6.) My righteousness I hold fast, and will not let it goe; when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold. (Chap: 27.6.) My righteousness I hold fast, and will not let it go; c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11, pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp n1. (n1: crd.) po11 n1 pns11 vvb av-j, cc vmb xx vvi pn31 vvi; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10192 and he insisted at large upon this poynt, his vindication from all unrighteousness throughout the whole 31th Chapter. and he insisted At large upon this point, his vindication from all unrighteousness throughout the Whole 31th Chapter. cc pns31 vvd p-acp j p-acp d n1, po31 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j-jn ord n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10193 There we find him making frequent imprecations ( v. 5, 6, 7.) If I have walked with vanitie, There we find him making frequent imprecations (v. 5, 6, 7.) If I have walked with vanity, a-acp pns12 vvb pno31 vvg j n2 (n1 crd, crd, crd) cs pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10194 or if my foot hath hasted to deceit; Let me be weighed in an even ballance, that God may know mine integrity; or if my foot hath hasted to deceit; Let me be weighed in an even balance, that God may know mine integrity; cc cs po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1; vvb pno11 vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 vmb vvi po11 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10195 If my step hath turned out of the way, and mine heart walked after mine eyes, If my step hath turned out of the Way, and mine heart walked After mine eyes, cs po11 n1 vhz vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc po11 n1 vvd p-acp po11 n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10196 and if any blot hath cleaved to mine hands, then &c. In all which and many other passages of that Chapter, Job spake highly of his owne innocency, and if any blot hath cleaved to mine hands, then etc. In all which and many other passages of that Chapter, Job spoke highly of his own innocency, cc cs d n1 vhz j p-acp po11 n2, cs av p-acp d r-crq cc d j-jn n2 pp-f d n1, n1 vvd av-j pp-f po31 d n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10197 and said in effect, I am righteous. His other friends had taken notice of this before; and said in Effect, I am righteous. His other Friends had taken notice of this before; cc vvd p-acp n1, pns11 vbm j. po31 j-jn n2 vhd vvn n1 pp-f d a-acp; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10198 Eliphaz hit him with it ( Chap: 4.17.) while he put those questions; Eliphaz hit him with it (Chap: 4.17.) while he put those questions; np1 vvd pno31 p-acp pn31 (n1: crd.) cs pns31 vvd d n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10199 Shall mortall man be more just then God? shall a man be more pure then his maker? And so did Bildad (Chap: 8.6.) If thou wert pure and upright, Shall Mortal man be more just then God? shall a man be more pure then his maker? And so did Bildad (Chap: 8.6.) If thou Wertenberg pure and upright, vmb j-jn n1 vbb av-dc j cs np1? vmb dt n1 vbi av-dc j cs po31 n1? cc av vdd np1 (n1: crd.) cs pns21 vbd2r j cc j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10200 surely now he would awake for thee, and make the habitation of thy righteousness prosperous. surely now he would awake for thee, and make the habitation of thy righteousness prosperous. av-j av pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno21, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10201 Nor was Zophar behind with him ( Chap: 11.4.) Thou hast sayd, my doctrine is pure, I am cleane in thine eyes. Nor was Zophar behind with him (Chap: 11.4.) Thou hast said, my Doctrine is pure, I am clean in thine eyes. ccx vbds np1 a-acp p-acp pno31 (n1: crd.) pns21 vh2 vvn, po11 n1 vbz j, pns11 vbm j p-acp po21 n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1682 Page 513
10202 Secondly, In what sence did he speak this? For answer, when Job said, I am righteous, we must consider a two-fold righteousness; Secondly, In what sense did he speak this? For answer, when Job said, I am righteous, we must Consider a twofold righteousness; ord, p-acp r-crq n1 vdd pns31 vvi d? p-acp n1, c-crq np1 vvd, pns11 vbm j, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10203 First, a perfect absolute righteousness, and that may be two-fold; First, the righteousness of justification, which is an imputed righteousness; First, a perfect absolute righteousness, and that may be twofold; First, the righteousness of justification, which is an imputed righteousness; ord, dt j j n1, cc cst vmb vbi n1; ord, dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt j-vvn n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10204 Secondly, the righteousness of sanctification, which is an in-wrought or inherent righteousness; this latter is not absolute, or perfect in degree, while we abide in this life, Secondly, the righteousness of sanctification, which is an inwrought or inherent righteousness; this latter is not absolute, or perfect in degree, while we abide in this life, ord, dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt j cc j n1; d d vbz xx j, cc j p-acp n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10205 yet it is dayly growing up to perfection, and shall at last attaine a perfect growth. If any say; yet it is daily growing up to perfection, and shall At last attain a perfect growth. If any say; av pn31 vbz av-j vvg a-acp p-acp n1, cc vmb p-acp ord vvi dt j n1. cs d vvb; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10206 Why then doth God call us to a perfection of sanctification in this life, if it be not attainable in this life? I answer, he doth it, Why then does God call us to a perfection of sanctification in this life, if it be not attainable in this life? I answer, he does it, q-crq av vdz np1 vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, cs pn31 vbb xx j p-acp d n1? pns11 vvb, pns31 vdz pn31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10207 first, to shew how holy he is; Secondly, to shew how holy we ought to be; First, to show how holy he is; Secondly, to show how holy we ought to be; ord, pc-acp vvi c-crq j pns31 vbz; ord, pc-acp vvi c-crq j pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10208 Thirdly, he doth it, that we might run to Christ, who is the Lord our righteousness; Thirdly, he does it, that we might run to christ, who is the Lord our righteousness; ord, pns31 vdz pn31, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 po12 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10209 and who is made unto us of God, wisdome, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption: and who is made unto us of God, Wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption: cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12 pp-f np1, n1, n1, n1, cc n1: (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10210 we being altogether short of righteousness, and short in righteousness, may goe to him, and have a compleat and perfect righteousness. we being altogether short of righteousness, and short in righteousness, may go to him, and have a complete and perfect righteousness. pns12 vbg av j pp-f n1, cc j p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc vhb dt j cc j n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10211 Now besides this absolute righteousness of justification, which is attainable here, and of sanctification, which is not attainable here, Now beside this absolute righteousness of justification, which is attainable Here, and of sanctification, which is not attainable Here, av p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz j av, cc pp-f n1, r-crq vbz xx j av, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10212 but shall be hereafter, there is a comparatively perfect righteousness of sanctification, the righteousness of uprightness, but shall be hereafter, there is a comparatively perfect righteousness of sanctification, the righteousness of uprightness, cc-acp vmb vbi av, pc-acp vbz dt av-j j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10213 and sincerity, when we strive to the uttermost to please God in all things by doing good, and sincerity, when we strive to the uttermost to please God in all things by doing good, cc n1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n2 p-acp vdg j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10214 and can say, we doe not please our selves in any way of doing evill. and can say, we do not please our selves in any Way of doing evil. cc vmb vvi, pns12 vdb xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f vdg n-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1683 Page 514
10215 It should seeme that Elihu and Job did not wel agree about the definition of justice or righteousness. It should seem that Elihu and Job did not well agree about the definition of Justice or righteousness. pn31 vmd vvi d np1 cc n1 vdd xx av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1684 Page 514
10216 Job intending either civill righteousness towards men, or a righteousness imputed freely by God; Job intending either civil righteousness towards men, or a righteousness imputed freely by God; np1 vvg d j n1 p-acp n2, cc dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp np1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1684 Page 514
10217 but Elihu understood him of absolute perfect personall righteousness, which no man attaines unto in this life. but Elihu understood him of absolute perfect personal righteousness, which no man attains unto in this life. cc-acp np1 vvd pno31 pp-f j j j n1, r-crq dx n1 vvz p-acp p-acp d n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1684 Page 514
10218 For when Job is charged with saying, I am righteous, he said it either as a justified person, or as a sanctified person. For when Job is charged with saying, I am righteous, he said it either as a justified person, or as a sanctified person. p-acp c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg, pns11 vbm j, pns31 vvd pn31 av-d p-acp dt vvn n1, cc p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1684 Page 514
10219 In the former sence, he might say he was perfectly righteous, and in the latter he sayd he was so, In the former sense, he might say he was perfectly righteous, and in the latter he said he was so, p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmd vvi pns31 vbds av-j j, cc p-acp dt d pns31 vvd pns31 vbds av, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1684 Page 514
10220 as to the sincerity and uprightness of his heart with God, and this he might say of himselfe without fault or blame; as to the sincerity and uprightness of his heart with God, and this he might say of himself without fault or blame; c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc d pns31 vmd vvi pp-f px31 p-acp n1 cc vvi; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1684 Page 514
10221 for God himselfe had sayd of him ( Ch: 1.1.) that he was a man perfect, and upright. for God himself had said of him (Changed: 1.1.) that he was a man perfect, and upright. p-acp np1 px31 vhd vvn pp-f pno31 (vvn: crd.) cst pns31 vbds dt n1 j, cc av-j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1684 Page 514
10222 I grant Job seemes to say, (though he said it not, with that aime or intention, I grant Job seems to say, (though he said it not, with that aim or intention, pns11 vvb n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, (cs pns31 vvd pn31 xx, p-acp d vvb cc n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1685 Page 514
10223 yet he seemes to say) that he was even absolutely righteous, not only as justified but sanctified, yet he seems to say) that he was even absolutely righteous, not only as justified but sanctified, av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi) cst pns31 vbds av av-j j, xx av-j c-acp vvn p-acp j-vvn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1685 Page 514
10224 while he said, ( Chap: 31.7, 8.) If there be any blot cleaving to my hands, while he said, (Chap: 31.7, 8.) If there be any blot cleaving to my hands, cs pns31 vvd, (n1: crd, crd) cs pc-acp vbb d n1 vvg p-acp po11 n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1685 Page 514
10225 if my steps have gone out of the way, or my heart been deceived, &c. This gave Elihu occasion to charge him, with saying, I am righteous; he did not charge him with saying so, if my steps have gone out of the Way, or my heart been deceived, etc. This gave Elihu occasion to charge him, with saying, I am righteous; he did not charge him with saying so, cs po11 n2 vhb vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc po11 n1 vbn vvn, av np1 vvd np1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp vvg, pns11 vbm j; pns31 vdd xx vvi pno31 p-acp vvg av, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1685 Page 515
10226 as justified through the free grace of God, nor did he charge him for saying so as to his sincerity, as justified through the free grace of God, nor did he charge him for saying so as to his sincerity, c-acp vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, ccx vdd pns31 vvi pno31 p-acp vvg av c-acp p-acp po31 n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1685 Page 515
10227 but he charged him in these two respects. but he charged him in these two respects. cc-acp pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp d crd n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1685 Page 515
10228 First, Because he spake so much of the righteousness of his way, and of his workes; First, Because he spoke so much of the righteousness of his Way, and of his works; ord, c-acp pns31 vvd av d pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1686 Page 515
10229 for though it were true he was righteous in the sence by him intended, yet because he made it his business, for though it were true he was righteous in the sense by him intended, yet Because he made it his business, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr j pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 vvd, av c-acp pns31 vvd pn31 po31 n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1686 Page 515
10230 and spent a large discourse to tell the world, how good, how just, and how holy a man he had been, this was more then became him in that condition. and spent a large discourse to tell the world, how good, how just, and how holy a man he had been, this was more then became him in that condition. cc vvd dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-crq j, c-crq av, cc c-crq j dt n1 pns31 vhd vbn, d vbds av-dc cs vvd pno31 p-acp d n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1686 Page 515
10231 Secondly, Elihu checkt him for saying so, because (though he were fully righteous as justified and sincerely righteous as sanctified) he complained of his afflictions, Secondly, Elihu checked him for saying so, Because (though he were Fully righteous as justified and sincerely righteous as sanctified) he complained of his afflictions, ord, np1 vvn pno31 p-acp vvg av, c-acp (cs pns31 vbdr av-j j c-acp vvn cc av-j j c-acp vvn) pns31 vvd pp-f po31 n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1687 Page 515
10232 as if God might not lay his hand heavy upon him, no nor touch a righteous person with an afflicting hand; as if God might not lay his hand heavy upon him, no nor touch a righteous person with an afflicting hand; c-acp cs np1 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 j p-acp pno31, uh-dx ccx vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1687 Page 515
10233 or as if he and all other righteous persons, ought to passe all their dayes in peace, or as if he and all other righteous Persons, ought to pass all their days in peace, cc c-acp cs pns31 cc d j-jn j n2, pi pc-acp vvi d po32 n2 p-acp n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1687 Page 515
10234 and have an exemption from the crosse. and have an exemption from the cross. cc vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1687 Page 515
10235 Whereas one great reason why God afflicted him so sorely, was to make it knowne to all the world in his example, that meerely upon his owne prerogative and soveraignty, he both may and will when he pleaseth, afflict the most innocent person in the world. Whereas one great reason why God afflicted him so sorely, was to make it known to all the world in his Exampl, that merely upon his own prerogative and sovereignty, he both may and will when he Pleases, afflict the most innocent person in the world. cs crd j n1 c-crq np1 vvd pno31 av av-j, vbds pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn p-acp d dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst av-j p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, pns31 av-d vmb cc vmb c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb dt av-ds j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1687 Page 515
10236 Yea, the intent of Elihu in urging and burdening Job with those sayings, was to convince him, that though he was a child of God, Yea, the intent of Elihu in urging and burdening Job with those sayings, was to convince him, that though he was a child of God, uh, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg cc vvg np1 p-acp d n2-vvg, vbds pc-acp vvi pno31, cst cs pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1687 Page 515
10237 and had walked before him in righteousnesse and true holiness, yet he ought to humble himselfe and beare with meekness and patience the forest visitations of God. and had walked before him in righteousness and true holiness, yet he ought to humble himself and bear with meekness and patience the forest visitations of God. cc vhd vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc j n1, av pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi px31 cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 dt n1 n2 pp-f np1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1687 Page 515
10238 And that therefore he should not have pleaded his owne integrity, to priviledge him from affliction, And that Therefore he should not have pleaded his own integrity, to privilege him from affliction, cc cst av pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1687 Page 515
10239 nor have sayd, Why doe I suffer, seeing I am righteous? Hence note. nor have said, Why do I suffer, seeing I am righteous? Hence note. ccx vhb vvn, q-crq vdb pns11 vvi, vvg pns11 vbm j? av vvi. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1687 Page 515
10240 First, That, as it is altogether sinfull for any man to say, I am altogether without sin; First, That, as it is altogether sinful for any man to say, I am altogether without since; ord, cst, c-acp pn31 vbz av j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vbm av p-acp n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1689 Page 515
10241 (for 1 John 1.8.) If we say we have no sin, there is no truth in us; (for 1 John 1.8.) If we say we have no since, there is no truth in us; (c-acp crd np1 crd.) cs pns12 vvb pns12 vhb dx n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno12; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1689 Page 515
10242 and he who saith (in that sense) I am righteous, doth but declare his owne unrighteousness) so to speake much of our owne righteousness and goodness (though we are both good and righteous) is evill and very blameable. and he who Says (in that sense) I am righteous, does but declare his own unrighteousness) so to speak much of our own righteousness and Goodness (though we Are both good and righteous) is evil and very blameable. cc pns31 r-crq vvz (p-acp d n1) pns11 vbm j, vdz p-acp vvi po31 d n1) av pc-acp vvi d pp-f po12 d n1 cc n1 (cs pns12 vbr d j cc j) vbz j-jn cc av j-u. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1689 Page 515
10243 For whereas Job said, I am righteous, he should rather have left others to say it, he should have been satisfied that he was so without saying so; For whereas Job said, I am righteous, he should rather have left Others to say it, he should have been satisfied that he was so without saying so; c-acp cs n1 vvd, pns11 vbm j, pns31 vmd av-c vhi vvn n2-jn pc-acp vvi pn31, pns31 vmd vhi vbn vvn cst pns31 vbds av p-acp vvg av; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1689 Page 515
10244 and though it cannot be denied that Job was extreamly urged to it (as hath been shewed more then once in opening this Booke) and it had been but necessary for him to say it once or twice in his owne defence, and though it cannot be denied that Job was extremely urged to it (as hath been showed more then once in opening this Book) and it had been but necessary for him to say it once or twice in his own defence, cc cs pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cst np1 vbds av-jn vvn p-acp pn31 (c-acp vhz vbn vvn av-dc cs a-acp p-acp vvg d n1) cc pn31 vhd vbn p-acp j c-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp cc av p-acp po31 d n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1689 Page 516
10245 yet because he sayd it so often, it drew, and that deservedly, this censure or charge upon him. yet Because he said it so often, it drew, and that deservedly, this censure or charge upon him. av c-acp pns31 vvd pn31 av av, pn31 vvd, cc cst av-vvn, d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1689 Page 516
10246 Hence take this corolary or inference. Hence take this Corollary or Inference. av vvi d n1 cc n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1690 Page 516
10247 If to speake much of our owne righteousness be displeasing, then how abominable is it to be proud of it or trust upon it? If to speak much of our own righteousness be displeasing, then how abominable is it to be proud of it or trust upon it? cs pc-acp vvi d pp-f po12 d n1 vbb vvg, av c-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi j pp-f pn31 cc vvi p-acp pn31? (22) chapter (DIV2) 1690 Page 516
10248 There is nothing more pleasing to God, then to see man walking in wayes of righteousness, There is nothing more pleasing to God, then to see man walking in ways of righteousness, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j-vvg p-acp np1, cs pc-acp vvi n1 vvg p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10249 nor is there any thing more displeasing unto God, then to see a man lifted up with or leaning upon his owne righteousness. nor is there any thing more displeasing unto God, then to see a man lifted up with or leaning upon his own righteousness. ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 av-dc vvg p-acp np1, cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp cc vvg p-acp po31 d n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10250 If we make our owne righteousness our staffe, God will make it our rod. If we make our own righteousness our staff, God will make it our rod. cs pns12 vvb po12 d n1 po12 n1, np1 vmb vvi pn31 po12 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10251 And though he is farre from scourging us because we are righteous, yet he will correct us if we proclaime our owne righteousness, And though he is Far from scourging us Because we Are righteous, yet he will correct us if we proclaim our own righteousness, cc cs pns31 vbz av-j p-acp vvg pno12 c-acp pns12 vbr j, av pns31 vmb vvi pno12 cs pns12 vvi po12 d n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10252 yea if we thinke it much, or thinke much of it. yea if we think it much, or think much of it. uh cs pns12 vvb pn31 av-d, cc vvb d pp-f pn31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10253 We must have a very great occasion when at any time we beare witness to our owne righteousness, and goodness; We must have a very great occasion when At any time we bear witness to our own righteousness, and Goodness; pns12 vmb vhi dt j j n1 c-crq p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb n1 p-acp po12 d n1, cc n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10254 but if the heart be lifted up in pride, or trust, at all, upon it, this renders man odious in the sight of God. but if the heart be lifted up in pride, or trust, At all, upon it, this renders man odious in the sighed of God. cc-acp cs dt n1 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvi, p-acp d, p-acp pn31, d vvz n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10255 God saved Noah out of that common deluge, in which the old world perished; God saved Noah out of that Common deluge, in which the old world perished; np1 vvd np1 av pp-f d j n1, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vvn; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10256 For (saith the Lord, Gen: 7.1.) thee have I seene righteous before me in this generation. For (Says the Lord, Gen: 7.1.) thee have I seen righteous before me in this generation. p-acp (vvz dt n1, np1: crd.) pno21 vhb pns11 vvn j p-acp pno11 p-acp d n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10257 Noah was righteous before God, and was saved when others perished; Noah was righteous before God, and was saved when Others perished; np1 vbds j p-acp np1, cc vbds vvn c-crq n2-jn vvd; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10258 but surely had he vainely boasted or unnecessarily voted himselfe righteous before men, he had perished as wel as others. but surely had he vainly boasted or unnecessarily voted himself righteous before men, he had perished as well as Others. cc-acp av-j vhd pns31 av-j vvd cc av-j vvn px31 j p-acp n2, pns31 vhd vvn a-acp av c-acp n2-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10259 It comes much to one and the same account with God, whether men be openly unrighteous, It comes much to one and the same account with God, whither men be openly unrighteous, pn31 vvz av-d p-acp crd cc dt d n1 p-acp np1, cs n2 vbb av-j j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10260 or whether (without a just cause and call) they open their righteousness before men. Secondly, Note. or whither (without a just cause and call) they open their righteousness before men. Secondly, Note. cc cs (p-acp dt j n1 cc vvi) pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp n2. ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1691 Page 516
10261 How righteous soever we are in life, yea though we are righteous by faith, (which is our righteousness unto life) yet we must not plead that for our freedome from afflictions. How righteous soever we Are in life, yea though we Are righteous by faith, (which is our righteousness unto life) yet we must not plead that for our freedom from afflictions. q-crq j av pns12 vbr p-acp n1, uh cs pns12 vbr j p-acp n1, (r-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp n1) av pns12 vmb xx vvi cst p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1692 Page 516
10262 We may plead the righteousness of faith against condemnation, but not against correction; if any man be in Christ, he shall never be condemned; We may plead the righteousness of faith against condemnation, but not against correction; if any man be in christ, he shall never be condemned; pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp xx p-acp n1; cs d n1 vbi p-acp np1, pns31 vmb av-x vbi vvn; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1693 Page 516
10263 but though a man be in Christ, and justified by the highest actings of faith in the blood of the Covenant, but though a man be in christ, and justified by the highest actings of faith in the blood of the Covenant, cc-acp cs dt n1 vbb p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1693 Page 516
10264 yet he may be severely corrected. yet he may be severely corrected. av pns31 vmb vbi av-j vvn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1693 Page 516
10265 This was (I conceive) the principall scope and intent of Elihu in charging Job thus, This was (I conceive) the principal scope and intent of Elihu in charging Job thus, d vbds (pns11 vvb) dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg np1 av, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1693 Page 516
10266 even to convince him, that though he was a faithfull servant of God, and of a very unstained conversation among men, even to convince him, that though he was a faithful servant of God, and of a very unstained Conversation among men, av pc-acp vvi pno31, cst cs pns31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f dt j j n1 p-acp n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1693 Page 517
10267 yet he must not thinke himselfe above the crosse, but quietly and meekly submit to it. yet he must not think himself above the cross, but quietly and meekly submit to it. av pns31 vmb xx vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av-jn cc av-j vvi p-acp pn31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1693 Page 517
10268 Job spake sometimes fully to that poynt, He destroyeth the righteous and the wicked, if the scourge slay suddenly, he laugheth at the tryall of the innocent (Chap: 9.23.) yet at other times he forgot himselfe, Job spoke sometime Fully to that point, He Destroyeth the righteous and the wicked, if the scourge slay suddenly, he Laugheth At the trial of the innocent (Chap: 9.23.) yet At other times he forgotten himself, np1 vvd av av-j p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz dt j cc dt j, cs dt n1 vvb av-j, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn (n1: crd.) av p-acp j-jn n2 pns31 vvd px31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1693 Page 517
10269 and therefore he was (justly as to his present case, and profitably as to the future issue) remembred of it by this plaine and home-dealer Elihu. Job hath said I am righteous, And God hath taken away my Judgement. and Therefore he was (justly as to his present case, and profitably as to the future issue) remembered of it by this plain and home-dealer Elihu. Job hath said I am righteous, And God hath taken away my Judgement. cc av pns31 vbds (av-j c-acp p-acp po31 j n1, cc av-j c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1) vvd pp-f pn31 p-acp d j cc n1 np1. np1 vhz vvn pns11 vbm j, cc np1 vhz vvn av po11 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1693 Page 517
10270 As if he had sayd, Once thou didst say, God destroyeth the perfect and the wicked, but now thou seemest to say, thou art greatly wrong'd, As if he had said, Once thou didst say, God Destroyeth the perfect and the wicked, but now thou seemest to say, thou art greatly wronged, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-acp pns21 vdd2 vvi, np1 vvz dt j cc dt j, p-acp av pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi, pns21 vb2r av-j vvn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1694 Page 517
10271 and thy Judgement quite taken away, because being a righteous man thou art thus afflicted. Mr Broughton renders, But the Omnipotent keeps back my right. and thy Judgement quite taken away, Because being a righteous man thou art thus afflicted. Mr Broughton renders, But the Omnipotent keeps back my right. cc po21 n1 av vvn av, c-acp vbg dt j n1 pns21 vb2r av vvn. n1 np1 vvz, p-acp dt j vvz av po11 n-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1694 Page 517
10272 As Judgement is right fully given, so there is but little difference between keeping back our right, As Judgement is right Fully given, so there is but little difference between keeping back our right, p-acp n1 vbz j-jn av-j vvn, av pc-acp vbz cc-acp j n1 p-acp vvg av po12 n-jn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1695 Page 517
10291 Thus David prayed ( Psal: 72.1.) Give the King thy Judgements ▪ O God, and thy righteousness to the Kings son; Thus David prayed (Psalm: 72.1.) Give the King thy Judgments ▪ Oh God, and thy righteousness to the Kings son; av np1 vvd (np1: crd.) vvb dt n1 po21 n2 ▪ uh np1, cc po21 n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1701 Page 518
10273 and taking it away; therefore the word signifieth not only to take away, or cause to decline, to divert and subvert, and taking it away; Therefore the word signifies not only to take away, or cause to decline, to divert and subvert, cc vvg pn31 av; av dt n1 vvz xx av-j pc-acp vvi av, cc n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1695 Page 517
10274 but to keep back or withhold any thing in any kind, as Mr Broughton translates expressely. but to keep back or withhold any thing in any kind, as Mr Broughton translates expressly. cc-acp pc-acp vvi av cc vvi d n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp n1 np1 vvz av-j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1695 Page 517
10275 This is the thing (saith Elihu ) which Job hath said, God hath taken away or kept back my Judgement. This is the thing (Says Elihu) which Job hath said, God hath taken away or kept back my Judgement. d vbz dt n1 (vvz np1) r-crq np1 vhz vvn, np1 vhz vvn av cc vvd av po11 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1695 Page 517
10276 But where did Job say this? he said it ( Chap: 27.2.) As the Lord liveth, who hath taken away my Judgement, But where did Job say this? he said it (Chap: 27.2.) As the Lord lives, who hath taken away my Judgement, cc-acp q-crq vdd np1 vvb d? pns31 vvd pn31 (n1: crd.) p-acp dt n1 vvz, r-crq vhz vvn av po11 n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1696 Page 517
10277 and the Almighty who hath vexed my soule. and the Almighty who hath vexed my soul. cc dt j-jn r-crq vhz vvn po11 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1696 Page 517
10278 Bildad charged Job with it ( Chap: 8. 3.) while he put this question to him, Doth God pervert Judgement? or the Almighty pervert Justice? Implying that Job had spoken words reflecting upon the Justice and Judgement of God, in taking away his Judgement. Bildad charged Job with it (Chap: 8. 3.) while he put this question to him, Does God pervert Judgement? or the Almighty pervert justice? Implying that Job had spoken words reflecting upon the justice and Judgement of God, in taking away his Judgement. np1 vvd np1 p-acp pn31 (n1: crd crd) cs pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp pno31, vdz np1 vvi n1? cc dt j-jn n1 n1? vvg cst np1 vhd vvn n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg av po31 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1696 Page 517
10279 But you will say, What is Judgement? and what is it to take away Judgement? or how is a mans Judgement taken away? I answer; But you will say, What is Judgement? and what is it to take away Judgement? or how is a men Judgement taken away? I answer; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz n1? cc q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp vvb av n1? cc c-crq vbz dt ng1 n1 vvn av? pns11 vvb; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1697 Page 517
10280 There is a three-fold notion of Judgement in Scripture. There is a threefold notion of Judgement in Scripture. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1698 Page 517
10281 First, Judgement is the result or issue of a mans reason about any matter or question propounded to him. First, Judgement is the result or issue of a men reason about any matter or question propounded to him. ord, n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1699 Page 517
10282 God sometimes takes away mans Judgement in that sense, and then he becomes a foole, and unable to judge. God sometime Takes away men Judgement in that sense, and then he becomes a fool, and unable to judge. np1 av vvz av ng1 n1 p-acp d n1, cc av pns31 vvz dt n1, cc j-u pc-acp vvi. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1699 Page 517
10283 'Tis a dreadfull judgement when God thus takes away mans judgement, and gives him up to a Reprobate (or an unjudicious) minde, as he did the old Gentiles ( Rom: 1.28.) for then he will quickly doe those things which are not convenient; not being able to distinguish nor discerne between true or false, he must needs put light for darkness, bitter for sweet, sweet for bitter; It's a dreadful judgement when God thus Takes away men judgement, and gives him up to a Reprobate (or an unjudicious) mind, as he did the old Gentiles (Rom: 1.28.) for then he will quickly do those things which Are not convenient; not being able to distinguish nor discern between true or false, he must needs put Light for darkness, bitter for sweet, sweet for bitter; pn31|vbz dt j n1 c-crq np1 av vvz av ng1 n1, cc vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j-jn (cc dt j) n1, c-acp pns31 vdd dt j np1 (np1: crd.) c-acp cs pns31 vmb av-j vdi d n2 r-crq vbr xx j; xx vbg j pc-acp vvi ccx vvi p-acp j cc j, pns31 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp n1, j p-acp j, j p-acp j; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1699 Page 518
10284 Elihu doth not represent Job complaining that God had taken away his judgement in this notion. Elihu does not represent Job complaining that God had taken away his judgement in this notion. np1 vdz xx vvi n1 vvg cst np1 vhd vvn av po31 n1 p-acp d n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1699 Page 518
10285 Secondly, Judgement is any angry dispensation or wrath powred out or executed upon persons, nations, or Churches; Secondly, Judgement is any angry Dispensation or wrath poured out or executed upon Persons, Nations, or Churches; ord, n1 vbz d j n1 cc n1 vvd av cc vvn p-acp n2, n2, cc n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1700 Page 518
10286 If judgement begin at the house of God, (that is, if trouble or wrath begin at the Church of God) what will the end of those be that obey not the Gospel? (1 Pet: 4.17.) Davids Song consisted of two parts ( Psal: 101.1.) judgement was one of them, I will sing of mercy and judgement. If judgement begin At the house of God, (that is, if trouble or wrath begin At the Church of God) what will the end of those be that obey not the Gospel? (1 Pet: 4.17.) Davids Song consisted of two parts (Psalm: 101.1.) judgement was one of them, I will sing of mercy and judgement. cs n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (cst vbz, cs n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) q-crq vmb dt n1 pp-f d vbb d vvb xx dt n1? (vvd np1: crd.) npg1 n1 vvd pp-f crd n2 (np1: crd.) n1 vbds pi pp-f pno32, pns11 vmb vvi pp-f n1 cc n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1700 Page 518
10287 This notion of judgement is every where found in Scripture, yet neither is this the notion of it in this Scripture. This notion of judgement is every where found in Scripture, yet neither is this the notion of it in this Scripture. d n1 pp-f n1 vbz d c-crq vvn p-acp n1, av av-dx vbz d dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1700 Page 518
10288 God had not thus taken away Jobs judgement; God had not thus taken away Jobs judgement; np1 vhd xx av vvn av n2 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1700 Page 518
10289 he begg'd indeed that God would take away this his judgement, and it was the matter of his complaint, he begged indeed that God would take away this his judgement, and it was the matter of his complaint, pns31 vvd av cst np1 vmd vvi av d po31 n1, cc pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1700 Page 518
10290 because he did not take it away. Thirdly, Judgement is right done or right due; right due, is judgement due; right done, is judgement done. Because he did not take it away. Thirdly, Judgement is right done or right due; right due, is judgement due; right done, is judgement done. c-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 av. ord, n1 vbz av-jn vdn cc vvi j-jn; j-jn j-jn, vbz n1 j-jn; j-jn vdn, vbz n1 vdn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1700 Page 518
10292 that is, give him an understanding to doe right, or to give every man his right. that is, give him an understanding to do right, or to give every man his right. cst vbz, vvb pno31 dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 po31 n-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1701 Page 518
10293 To doe this is a thing so desireable in all men, especially in Kings and Princes, that when God at Gibeon sent young king Solomon a blanke from heaven, To do this is a thing so desirable in all men, especially in Kings and Princes, that when God At Gibeon sent young King Solomon a blank from heaven, pc-acp vdi d vbz dt n1 av j p-acp d n2, av-j p-acp n2 cc n2, cst c-crq np1 p-acp np1 vvd j n1 np1 dt j p-acp n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1701 Page 518
10294 and bid him aske what he would, he asked only this (1 Kings 3.9.) Give thy servant an understanding heart, to judge thy people, that I may discerne between good and bad. and bid him ask what he would, he asked only this (1 Kings 3.9.) Give thy servant an understanding heart, to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad. cc vvb pno31 vvi r-crq pns31 vmd, pns31 vvd av-j d (crd n2 crd.) vvb po21 n1 dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j cc j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1701 Page 518
10295 This is properly the judgement intended here. Job complained, God hath taken away my Judgement; that is, my right, or hath not done me right. This is properly the judgement intended Here. Job complained, God hath taken away my Judgement; that is, my right, or hath not done me right. d vbz av-j dt n1 vvd av. np1 vvd, np1 vhz vvn av po11 n1; cst vbz, po11 n-jn, cc vhz xx vdn pno11 n-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1701 Page 518
10296 But how is Judgement taken away? I shall answer it in three things. First, When right is quite subverted, and over-throwne. But how is Judgement taken away? I shall answer it in three things. First, When right is quite subverted, and overthrown. cc-acp q-crq vbz n1 vvn av? pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp crd n2. ord, c-crq av-jn vbz av vvn, cc j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1702 Page 518
10297 This the Prophet elegantly expresseth and reproveth ( Amos 6.12.) Ye have turned judgement into gall, This the Prophet elegantly Expresses and Reproveth (Amos 6.12.) You have turned judgement into Gall, np1 dt n1 av-j vvz cc vvz (np1 crd.) pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1704 Page 518
10298 and the fruit of righteousness into Hemlock. and the fruit of righteousness into Hemlock. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1704 Page 518
10299 Right done is sweete and wholesome, but right denied is bitter as Gall, and banefull like Hemlock. Right done is sweet and wholesome, but right denied is bitter as Gall, and baneful like Hemlock. av-jn vdn vbz av-j cc j, cc-acp av-jn vvn vbz j c-acp n1, cc j j n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1704 Page 518
10300 Secondly, When Judgement is defer'd, stopped, or delayed, then 'tis taken away for a time. Secondly, When Judgement is deferred, stopped, or delayed, then it's taken away for a time. ord, c-crq n1 vbz vvn, vvn, cc vvn, av pn31|vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1705 Page 519
10301 To have judgement long delayed, is alwayes next degree to the deniall of it, and sometimes delay is more cruciating and grievous then a deniall. To have judgement long delayed, is always next degree to the denial of it, and sometime Delay is more cruciating and grievous then a denial. p-acp vhi n1 av-j vvn, vbz av ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc av n1 vbz av-dc j-vvg cc j cs dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1705 Page 519
10302 Thirdly, A mans judgement is sayd to be taken away, when the ground, or cause, of Gods proceeding with him in judgement, is hid, or unmanifest; Thirdly, A men judgement is said to be taken away, when the ground, or cause, of God's proceeding with him in judgement, is hid, or unmanifest; ord, dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av, c-crq dt n1, cc n1, pp-f ng1 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, vbz vvn, cc j; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1706 Page 519
10303 Judgement, as to us, is not, when the reason of it doth not appeare to us, Judgement, as to us, is not, when the reason of it does not appear to us, n1, c-acp p-acp pno12, vbz xx, c-crq dt n1 pp-f pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno12, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1706 Page 519
10304 or when we see not the reason of it. or when we see not the reason of it. cc c-crq pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f pn31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1706 Page 519
10305 To feel Judgement and not to see the cause of it, turnes it into a torment; To feel Judgement and not to see the cause of it, turns it into a torment; p-acp vvi n1 cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1706 Page 519
10306 we say commonly, Things that appeare not, are as if they were not. we say commonly, Things that appear not, Are as if they were not. pns12 vvb av-j, n2 cst vvb xx, vbr c-acp cs pns32 vbdr xx. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1706 Page 519
10307 When the reason or ground of our sufferings is not understood, 'tis as if we suffered without any ground of reason. When the reason or ground of our sufferings is not understood, it's as if we suffered without any ground of reason. c-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz xx vvn, pn31|vbz c-acp cs pns12 vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1706 Page 519
10308 When Job complained, God hath taken away my Judgement, we are not to understand him, When Job complained, God hath taken away my Judgement, we Are not to understand him, c-crq np1 vvd, np1 vhz vvn av po11 n1, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pno31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10309 as if Elihu intended it in the first or grossest sence, that God had subverted his judgement, or had done him wrong. as if Elihu intended it in the First or Grossest sense, that God had subverted his judgement, or had done him wrong. c-acp cs np1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt ord cc js n1, cst np1 vhd vvn po31 n1, cc vhd vdn pno31 n-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10310 Elihu could not suspect he had any such blasphemous opinion of God; Elihu could not suspect he had any such blasphemous opinion of God; np1 vmd xx vvi pns31 vhd d d j n1 pp-f np1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10311 for, that had fullfilled the Devills prophecy of him, He will curse thee to thy face. for, that had Fulfilled the Devils prophecy of him, He will curse thee to thy face. p-acp, cst vhd vvn dt ng1 n1 pp-f pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10312 But when he sayd, God hath taken away my Judgement; But when he said, God hath taken away my Judgement; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd, np1 vhz vvn av po11 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10313 he meant it according to the two latter interpretations, either that God deferred long to restore him, he meant it according to the two latter interpretations, either that God deferred long to restore him, pns31 vvd pn31 vvg p-acp dt crd d n2, d cst np1 vvd av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10314 and answer his prayer, or that God had hid from him the reason of his dealing with him, and answer his prayer, or that God had hid from him the reason of his dealing with him, cc vvi po31 n1, cc cst np1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp pno31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10315 so that he could not make it out, how, or why he was so sorely and grievously handled. so that he could not make it out, how, or why he was so sorely and grievously handled. av cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31 av, uh-crq, cc c-crq pns31 vbds av av-j cc av-j vvn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10316 Job knew well his owne innocency, but he did not well consider Gods soveraignty, which alone answers enough for him, Job knew well his own innocency, but he did not well Consider God's sovereignty, which alone answers enough for him, np1 vvd av po31 d n1, cc-acp pns31 vdd xx av vvi npg1 n1, r-crq j n2 av-d p-acp pno31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10317 how much soever he in this world afflicts the innocent. how much soever he in this world afflicts the innocent. c-crq d av pns31 p-acp d n1 vvz dt j-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10318 And therefore for as much as God held him long in that sad condition, and in the meane time hid his judgement, And Therefore for as much as God held him long in that sad condition, and in the mean time hid his judgement, cc av c-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vvd pno31 av-j p-acp cst j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvd po31 n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10319 or the reason of it from him, this was Jobs grievance, and the burden of it pressed him to cry out, God hath taken away my Judgement. or the reason of it from him, this was Jobs grievance, and the burden of it pressed him to cry out, God hath taken away my Judgement. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno31, d vbds n2 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi av, np1 vhz vvn av po11 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10320 In this he was too bold with God, and therefore he justly fell under this censure of Elihu: As if he had sayd, It doth not at all become thee, O Job, as a creature, In this he was too bold with God, and Therefore he justly fell under this censure of Elihu: As if he had said, It does not At all become thee, Oh Job, as a creature, p-acp d pns31 vbds av j p-acp np1, cc av pns31 av-j vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f np1: c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn31 vdz xx p-acp d vvb pno21, uh np1, p-acp dt n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10321 as a man, much lesse as a new creature, or as a godly man, to cry out (as thou hast done) that God hath taken away thy Judgement; as a man, much less as a new creature, or as a godly man, to cry out (as thou hast done) that God hath taken away thy Judgement; c-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av (c-acp pns21 vh2 vdn) cst np1 vhz vvn av po21 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10322 because he doth not give thee an account, nor tell thee, why he judgeth thee; Because he does not give thee an account, nor tell thee, why he Judgeth thee; c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi pno21 dt n1, ccx vvi pno21, c-crq pns31 vvz pno21; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10323 therefore humble thy selfe that ever thou hast sayd (and take heed thou say it no more) God hath taken away my Judgement. Hence note. Therefore humble thy self that ever thou hast said (and take heed thou say it no more) God hath taken away my Judgement. Hence note. av vvb po21 n1 cst av pns21 vh2 vvd (cc vvb n1 pns21 vvb pn31 av-dx av-dc) np1 vhz vvn av po11 n1. av vvi. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1707 Page 519
10324 First, God sometimes lets the goodness of his most precious servants l•e in the dark. He goeth unusuall wayes with many of his choycest servants; First, God sometime lets the Goodness of his most precious Servants l•e in the dark. He Goes unusual ways with many of his Choicest Servants; ord, np1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 av-ds j n2 vvb p-acp dt j. pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp d pp-f po31 js n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1708 Page 520
10325 he doth not alwayes declare their right, nor deale with them according to the ordinary rule, in giving good to them that are good, (as not alwayes evill to them that are evill, the Lord is at his liberty in these present distributions, he is supream, he does not always declare their right, nor deal with them according to the ordinary Rule, in giving good to them that Are good, (as not always evil to them that Are evil, the Lord is At his liberty in these present distributions, he is supreme, pns31 vdz xx av vvi po32 n-jn, ccx vvi p-acp pno32 vvg p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg j p-acp pno32 cst vbr j, (c-acp xx av j-jn p-acp pno32 cst vbr j-jn, dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d j n2, pns31 vbz j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1709 Page 520
10326 and hath power over all flesh) and so keepes their judgement in the clouds, or a secret to himselfe. Secondly, Note. and hath power over all Flesh) and so keeps their judgement in the Clouds, or a secret to himself. Secondly, Note. cc vhz n1 p-acp d n1) cc av vvz po32 n1 p-acp dt n2, cc dt j-jn p-acp px31. ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1709 Page 520
10327 The Lord sometimes is pleased to defer and delay to doe his servants right. And thus he takes away their Judgement. The Lord sometime is pleased to defer and Delay to do his Servants right. And thus he Takes away their Judgement. dt n1 av vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pc-acp vdi po31 n2 j-jn. cc av pns31 vvz av po32 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1710 Page 520
10328 Though he hath a purpose to give it them, yet he doth not presently give it them; Though he hath a purpose to give it them, yet he does not presently give it them; cs pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 pno32, av pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pn31 pno32; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1711 Page 520
10329 at last he will make even with all men, each man shall have his judgement; At last he will make even with all men, each man shall have his judgement; p-acp ord pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp d n2, d n1 vmb vhi po31 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1711 Page 520
10330 he will reward every one according to his worke, and the righteous, shall (without doubt) have a good reward. Thirdly, Note. he will reward every one according to his work, and the righteous, shall (without doubt) have a good reward. Thirdly, Note. pns31 vmb vvi d pi vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc dt j, vmb (p-acp n1) vhb dt j n1. ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1711 Page 520
10331 When God doth either hide or defer the Judgement of a godly man, it doth very much affect, yea and afflict his heart. When God does either hide or defer the Judgement of a godly man, it does very much affect, yea and afflict his heart. c-crq np1 vdz d vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pn31 vdz av av-d vvi, uh cc vvi po31 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1712 Page 520
10332 We are usually much afflicted with any dark dispensation upon many accounts, especially upon this, because it makes us obnoxious to every mans censure. We Are usually much afflicted with any dark Dispensation upon many accounts, especially upon this, Because it makes us obnoxious to every men censure. pns12 vbr av-j av-d vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp d n2, av-j p-acp d, c-acp pn31 vvz pno12 j p-acp d ng1 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1713 Page 520
10334 And to lie under the ill opinions of men unvindicated or unrighted, is no easie burden. And to lie under the ill opinions of men unvindicated or unrighted, is no easy burden. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f n2 vvn cc vvn, vbz dx j n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1713 Page 520
10335 We have that promise ( Psal: 37.6.) He shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, We have that promise (Psalm: 37.6.) He shall bring forth thy righteousness as the Light, pns12 vhb d n1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vmb vvi av po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1713 Page 520
10336 and thy judgement as the noone-day. and thy judgement as the noonday. cc po21 n1 p-acp dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1713 Page 520
10337 The righteousness and judgement of a good man may be in a mid-night darkness as to man, The righteousness and judgement of a good man may be in a midnight darkness as to man, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 n1 c-acp p-acp n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1713 Page 520
10338 and till that be brought to the light of other mens knowledge, himselfe hath, sometimes, little light of comfort. Fourthly, Note. and till that be brought to the Light of other men's knowledge, himself hath, sometime, little Light of Comfort. Fourthly, Note. cc p-acp d vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n1, px31 vhz, av, j n1 pp-f n1. ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1713 Page 520
10339 It is sinfull to complaine, and to be troubled, as if God had not done us right, It is sinful to complain, and to be troubled, as if God had not done us right, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp cs np1 vhd xx vdn pno12 n-jn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1714 Page 520
10340 because we see it not done, or because he deferrs to doe it. Because we see it not done, or Because he defers to do it. c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 xx vdi, cc c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi pn31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1714 Page 520
10341 In this Job was most faulty, he uttered many passionate speeches about what God had done, In this Job was most faulty, he uttered many passionate Speeches about what God had done, p-acp d np1 vbds av-ds j, pns31 vvd d j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vhd vdn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1715 Page 521
10342 because things were not brought to an issue, nor his condition stated and cleared up, either to the world, or to himselfe; Because things were not brought to an issue, nor his condition stated and cleared up, either to the world, or to himself; c-acp n2 vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt n1, ccx po31 n1 vvn cc vvn a-acp, av-d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp px31; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1715 Page 521
10343 This troubled him more then the extremity of his paine, or the greatest of his troubles. This troubled him more then the extremity of his pain, or the greatest of his Troubles. d vvd pno31 av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt js pp-f po31 n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1715 Page 521
10344 How stiffely Job stood upon it, that his Judgement was taken away, will appeare yet further in the next words, which Elihu makes further matter of accusation. How stiffly Job stood upon it, that his Judgement was taken away, will appear yet further in the next words, which Elihu makes further matter of accusation. c-crq av-j n1 vvd p-acp pn31, cst po31 n1 vbds vvn av, vmb vvi av av-jc p-acp dt ord n2, r-crq np1 vvz jc n1 pp-f n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1715 Page 521
10345 Vers. 6. Should I lie against my right? my wound is incurable without transgression. Vers. 6. Should I lie against my right? my wound is incurable without Transgression. np1 crd vmd pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n-jn? po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1715 Page 521
10346 In this verse we have two other parts of the Inditement brought against Job, neere of the same nature with the former; In this verse we have two other parts of the Indictment brought against Job, near of the same nature with the former; p-acp d n1 pns12 vhb crd j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, av-j pp-f dt d n1 p-acp dt j; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1716 Page 521
10347 wherein he yet more vehemently urgeth his owne integrity, and cryeth out both of the greatness and causelessness (on his part) of his present sufferings. wherein he yet more vehemently urges his own integrity, and Cries out both of the greatness and causelessness (on his part) of his present sufferings. c-crq pns31 av av-dc av-j vvz po31 d n1, cc vvz av d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 (p-acp po31 n1) pp-f po31 j n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1716 Page 521
10348 More distinctly Elihu in this verse chargeth him. More distinctly Elihu in this verse charges him. av-dc av-j np1 p-acp d n1 vvz pno31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1716 Page 521
10349 First, That he did over-eagerly maintaine his owne cause, Should I lie against my right? First, That he did overeager maintain his own cause, Should I lie against my right? ord, cst pns31 vdd j vvi po31 d n1, vmd pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n-jn? (22) chapter (DIV2) 1717 Page 521
10350 Secondly, That he spake of God as dealing over-harshly with him; My wound is incurable without transgression; Secondly, That he spoke of God as dealing overharshly with him; My wound is incurable without Transgression; ord, cst pns31 vvd pp-f np1 p-acp vvg j p-acp pno31; po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1718 Page 521
10351 These things (saith Elihu ) thou hast also sayd. Should I lie against my right? These things (Says Elihu) thou hast also said. Should I lie against my right? d n2 (vvz np1) pns21 vh2 av vvn. vmd pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n-jn? (22) chapter (DIV2) 1718 Page 521
10352 We read the words as a Question; others read them as a direct proposition; There is a lie in Judging me, or, There is a lie against my right; We read the words as a Question; Others read them as a Direct proposition; There is a lie in Judging me, or, There is a lie against my right; pns12 vvb dt n2 p-acp dt n1; n2-jn vvb pno32 p-acp dt j n1; a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg pno11, cc, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp po11 n-jn; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1719 Page 521
10353 The word which we here translate right, is the same which we translate Judgement in the former verse. The word which we Here translate right, is the same which we translate Judgement in the former verse. dt n1 r-crq pns12 av vvi av-jn, vbz dt d r-crq pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1719 Page 521
10354 And when he saith, There is a lie against my right; And when he Says, There is a lie against my right; cc c-crq pns31 vvz, a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp po11 n-jn; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1719 Page 521
10355 It is as if he had plainly sayd, I am falsely charged, I am wrongfully accused, I am not such a man as I am supposed, It is as if he had plainly said, I am falsely charged, I am wrongfully accused, I am not such a man as I am supposed, pn31 vbz c-acp cs pns31 vhd av-j vvn, pns11 vbm av-j vvn, pns11 vbm av-j vvn, pns11 vbm xx d dt n1 c-acp pns11 vbm vvn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1719 Page 521
10377 is thus expounded, I am thought to lie, while I maintaine my right, or say I am righteous; is thus expounded, I am Thought to lie, while I maintain my right, or say I am righteous; vbz av vvn, pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi, cs pns11 vvb po11 n-jn, cc vvb pns11 vbm j; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1722 Page 522
10356 nor have I done those things whereof I am suspected. Every false accusation brought against a man, is a lie against his right. nor have I done those things whereof I am suspected. Every false accusation brought against a man, is a lie against his right. ccx vhb pns11 vdn d n2 c-crq pns11 vbm vvn. d j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1719 Page 521
10357 Secondly, Others read it thus, I shall make liers against my right; Secondly, Others read it thus, I shall make liers against my right; ord, ng2-jn vvb pn31 av, pns11 vmb vvi n2 p-acp po11 n-jn; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1720 Page 521
10358 that is, whosoever stands up to prove any thing against me, as you have done, saying, I am wicked, unrighteous, that is, whosoever Stands up to prove any thing against me, as you have done, saying, I am wicked, unrighteous, cst vbz, r-crq vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno11, c-acp pn22 vhb vdn, vvg, pns11 vbm j, j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1720 Page 521
10359 or hypocriticall, I shall be able to prove him a lier. or hypocritical, I shall be able to prove him a liar. cc j, pns11 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1720 Page 521
10360 But neither the Grammaticall signification of the words will fairely beare this sence, nor doth it well correspond with the former verse. Thirdly, Thus; I lie in my Judgement; But neither the Grammatical signification of the words will fairly bear this sense, nor does it well correspond with the former verse. Thirdly, Thus; I lie in my Judgement; p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vmb av-j vvi d n1, ccx vdz pn31 av vvi p-acp dt j n1. ord, av; pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1720 Page 521
10361 that is, I am deceived in it, or I fayle of it. To lie in Scripture, is to faile, or to frustrate the hope of another. that is, I am deceived in it, or I fail of it. To lie in Scripture, is to fail, or to frustrate the hope of Another. cst vbz, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pn31, cc pns11 vvb pp-f pn31. p-acp vvb p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10362 Some insist much upon this sence; some insist much upon this sense; d vvb d p-acp d n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10363 as if he had sayd, I come short of that which I looked for as my right or Judgement; as if he had said, I come short of that which I looked for as my right or Judgement; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb j pp-f d r-crq pns11 vvd c-acp c-acp po11 j-jn cc n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10364 in this sence the word is often applyed to things, but not to persons, as some of the learned conclude upon this place. ( Isa: 58.11.) Thou shalt be like a spring of water, whose waters fayle not; in this sense the word is often applied to things, but not to Persons, as Some of the learned conclude upon this place. (Isaiah: 58.11.) Thou shalt be like a spring of water, whose waters fail not; p-acp d n1 dt n1 vbz av vvd p-acp n2, cc-acp xx p-acp n2, c-acp d pp-f dt j vvi p-acp d n1. (np1: crd.) pns21 vm2 vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n2 vvb xx; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10365 we put in the margin, lie not, or deceive not. we put in the margin, lie not, or deceive not. pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvb xx, cc vvb xx. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10366 'Tis a promise made to those who keepe a true fast, and keepe it truely, God will be to them as a spring whose waters lie not. It's a promise made to those who keep a true fast, and keep it truly, God will be to them as a spring whose waters lie not. pn31|vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp d r-crq vvb dt j n1, cc vvi pn31 av-j, np1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n2 vvb xx. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10367 All our fresh springs are or should be in God, and he is a spring whose waters are always fresh. All our fresh springs Are or should be in God, and he is a spring whose waters Are always fresh. av-d po12 j n2 vbr cc vmd vbi p-acp np1, cc pns31 vbz dt n1 rg-crq n2 vbr av j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10368 No man ever came to him for matter, and was frustrated of his expectation. No man ever Come to him for matter, and was frustrated of his expectation. dx n1 av vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc vbds vvn pp-f po31 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10369 Thus also the word is used ( Hab: 3.17.) Although the labour of the Olive shall fayle; Thus also the word is used (Hab: 3.17.) Although the labour of the Olive shall fail; av av dt n1 vbz vvd (fw-ge: crd.) cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10370 that is, though when you come to the Olive tree, you find no Olives there, that is, though when you come to the Olive tree, you find no Olive there, cst vbz, cs c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 n1, pn22 vvb dx n2 a-acp, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10371 nor see any hope of a drop of oyle in your whole Olive-yard, yet you may still rejoyce in the Lord, he is able to annoynt and fill you alwayes with the oyle of gladness. nor see any hope of a drop of oil in your Whole Olive-yard, yet you may still rejoice in the Lord, he is able to anoint and fill you always with the oil of gladness. ccx vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 j-jn n1, av pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10372 Thus Job is conceived complaining here of his deceived hopes, much in that sence as God himselfe in the Prophet ( Isa: 5.7.) is sayd to be deceived. Thus Job is conceived complaining Here of his deceived hope's, much in that sense as God himself in the Prophet (Isaiah: 5.7.) is said to be deceived. av np1 vbz vvn vvg av pp-f po31 j-vvn n2, av-d p-acp d n1 c-acp np1 px31 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10373 He looked for judgement, but behold oppression, for righteousness, but behold a cry. He looked for judgement, but behold oppression, for righteousness, but behold a cry. pns31 vvd p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb n1, p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10374 I (saith Job) looked for better things, I looked for light, but behold darkness, I looked to be acquitted, I (Says Job) looked for better things, I looked for Light, but behold darkness, I looked to be acquitted, pns11 (vvz np1) vvd p-acp jc n2, pns11 vvd p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb n1, pns11 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10375 but behold I am hardly thought of and censured on every hand, I am quite disappointed, matters fall out and are otherwise then I did expect. but behold I am hardly Thought of and censured on every hand, I am quite disappointed, matters fallen out and Are otherwise then I did expect. cc-acp vvb pns11 vbm av vvn pp-f cc vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vbm av vvn, n2 vvb av cc vbr av av pns11 vdd vvi. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1721 Page 522
10376 Fourthly, I lie in my right; Fourthly, I lie in my right; ord, pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n-jn; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1722 Page 522
10378 I am judged a lyar, for saying I have walked in the truth. All these readings of the text are given from the affirmative translation. I am judged a liar, for saying I have walked in the truth. All these readings of the text Are given from the affirmative Translation. pns11 vbm vvn dt n1, p-acp vvg pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1. d d n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1722 Page 522
10379 But we, as also severall o•hers translate by an interrogation, intimating the heate and earnestness of his spirit, in wiping off this aspersion; But we, as also several o•hers translate by an interrogation, intimating the heat and earnestness of his Spirit, in wiping off this aspersion; cc-acp pns12, c-acp av j n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg a-acp d n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 522
10380 Should I lie against my right? I should not, I will not. As if Elihu had sayd; Should I lie against my right? I should not, I will not. As if Elihu had said; vmd pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n-jn? pns11 vmd xx, pns11 vmb xx. p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 522
10381 Job hath insisted so much upon his owne righteousness, and right, that he will not be taken off from it upon any termes, Job hath insisted so much upon his own righteousness, and right, that he will not be taken off from it upon any terms, n1 vhz vvd av av-d p-acp po31 d n1, cc j-jn, cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 522
10382 nay he hath sa•d, what? should I knowing my selfe to be innocent (because of this cry against me) cry guilty to this inditement; nay he hath sa•d, what? should I knowing my self to be innocent (Because of this cry against me) cry guilty to this indictment; uh-x pns31 vhz vvn, q-crq? vmd pns11 vvg po11 n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn (c-acp pp-f d n1 p-acp pno11) vvb j p-acp d n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 522
10383 and so betray my owne innocency, or give away my right? Job stands so much upon his owne righteousness, that if he should but acknowledge himselfe faulty, he thinkes he should lie, and so betray my own innocency, or give away my right? Job Stands so much upon his own righteousness, that if he should but acknowledge himself faulty, he thinks he should lie, cc av vvb po11 d n1, cc vvb av po11 n-jn? np1 vvz av av-d p-acp po31 d n1, cst cs pns31 vmd cc-acp vvi px31 j, pns31 vvz pns31 vmd vvi, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10384 or wrong himselfe by speaking against his knowledge and conscience. or wrong himself by speaking against his knowledge and conscience. cc vvi px31 p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10385 And indeed Job (Chap: 27.4, 5, 6.) spake fully to this effect, That it would be a wrong to or a lie against himselfe, And indeed Job (Chap: 27.4, 5, 6.) spoke Fully to this Effect, That it would be a wrong to or a lie against himself, cc av np1 (n1: crd, crd, crd) vvd av-j p-acp d n1, cst pn31 vmd vbi dt n-jn p-acp cc dt n1 p-acp px31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10386 if he should not stand up to the uttermost in his owne right, and defend his innocency; if he should not stand up to the uttermost in his own right, and defend his innocency; cs pns31 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt j p-acp po31 d j-jn, cc vvi po31 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10387 and 'tis probable Elihu hits at that passage, while he chargeth him with this passionate expostulation, What! Should I lie against my right? Would you have me say as you say, and it's probable Elihu hits At that passage, while he charges him with this passionate expostulation, What! Should I lie against my right? Would you have me say as you say, cc pn31|vbz j np1 vvz p-acp d n1, cs pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp d j n1, uh vmd pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n-jn? vmd pn22 vhi pno11 vvi c-acp pn22 vvb, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10388 and so beare false witness, or be a false witness against my selfe? What ever comes of it, I will not doe that. and so bear false witness, or be a false witness against my self? What ever comes of it, I will not do that. cc av vvb j n1, cc vbb dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1? q-crq av vvz pp-f pn31, pns11 vmb xx vdi d. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10389 I will not lie against my right, nor let goe my integrity; I will not lie against my right, nor let go my integrity; pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp po11 n-jn, ccx vvb vvi po11 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10390 I will not in civility to any other mans understanding of me, subscribe to my owne wrong, I will not in civility to any other men understanding of me, subscribe to my own wrong, pns11 vmb xx p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn ng1 n1 pp-f pno11, vvb p-acp po11 d n-jn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10391 or say I am, what I am not, or have done what I have not. or say I am, what I am not, or have done what I have not. cc vvb pns11 vbm, r-crq pns11 vbm xx, cc vhb vdn r-crq pns11 vhb xx. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10392 Elihu brings this as a strong proofe of the height of Jobs spirit, as if to confesse his fault were to fall below himselfe, yea to belie himselfe; Elihu brings this as a strong proof of the height of Jobs Spirit, as if to confess his fault were to fallen below himself, yea to belie himself; np1 vvz d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 n1, c-acp cs pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi a-acp px31, uh p-acp vvi px31; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10393 Should I lie against my right? Hence note. Should I lie against my right? Hence note. vmd pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n-jn? av vvi. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1724 Page 523
10394 First, To acknowledge we have done that, which we have not done, or that we are what we are not, is to lie against our owne right, or to wrong our selves. First, To acknowledge we have done that, which we have not done, or that we Are what we Are not, is to lie against our own right, or to wrong our selves. ord, pc-acp vvi pns12 vhb vdn d, r-crq pns12 vhb xx vdn, cc cst pns12 vbr q-crq pns12 vbr xx, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 d j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1725 Page 523
10395 As many lie, by speaking more good of themselves then is true, or by denying that evill which in truth they are guilty of; As many lie, by speaking more good of themselves then is true, or by denying that evil which in truth they Are guilty of; p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg av-dc j pp-f px32 av vbz j, cc p-acp vvg d n-jn r-crq p-acp n1 pns32 vbr j pp-f; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 523
10396 so he that submits to that guilt which he is free from, or confesseth more evill of himselfe then is true, lieth against his owne soule. so he that submits to that guilt which he is free from, or Confesses more evil of himself then is true, lies against his own soul. av pns31 cst vvz p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vbz j p-acp, cc vvz av-dc j-jn pp-f px31 av vbz j, vvz p-acp po31 d n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 523
10455 though it were not any rebellion against light, nor dangerous Apostacy, though his were a very curable sin, though it were not any rebellion against Light, nor dangerous Apostasy, though his were a very curable since, cs pn31 vbdr xx d n1 p-acp n1, ccx j n1, cs po31 vbr dt j j n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10397 So did that Amalekite (2 Sam: 1.10. compared with 2 Sam: 31.4.) charge himselfe falsely with killing Saul in hope of a reward from David for his good newes. So did that Amalekite (2 Sam: 1.10. compared with 2 Sam: 31.4.) charge himself falsely with killing Saul in hope of a reward from David for his good news. av vdd d n1 (crd np1: crd. vvn p-acp crd np1: crd.) vvb px31 av-j p-acp vvg np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 523
10398 As no man ought to lie against another, much lesse against himselfe; As no man ought to lie against Another, much less against himself; p-acp dx n1 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, av-d av-dc p-acp px31; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 523
10399 And as that man doth wickedly belie himselfe, who saith he is better then he is, (for that's horrible hypocrisie; And as that man does wickedly belie himself, who Says he is better then he is, (for that's horrible hypocrisy; cc c-acp cst n1 vdz av-j vvi px31, r-crq vvz pns31 vbz jc cs pns31 vbz, (c-acp d|vbz j n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 523
10400 all such God will unmask one time or other, who thus cover themselves with lyes, all such God will unmask one time or other, who thus cover themselves with lies, d d np1 vmb vvi crd n1 cc n-jn, r-crq av vvb px32 p-acp n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 523
10401 and say (like those in the Prophet) they have dreamed when they have seene nothing, and say (like those in the Prophet) they have dreamed when they have seen nothing, cc vvb (av-j d p-acp dt n1) pns32 vhb vvn c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pix, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 523
10402 but the vaine phansies of their own braines, nor felt any thing but the presumption of their false hearts; but the vain fancies of their own brains, nor felt any thing but the presumption of their false hearts; cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 d n2, ccx vvd d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 523
10403 Now (I say) as he doth wickedly bely himselfe who saith he is better then he is) so for any man to deny that good which God hath done for him, Now (I say) as he does wickedly belly himself who Says he is better then he is) so for any man to deny that good which God hath done for him, av (pns11 vvb) c-acp pns31 vdz av-j n1 px31 r-crq vvz pns31 vbz jc cs pns31 vbz) av p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi d j r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 523
10404 or wrought in him, or what he hath done or wrought in the feare and power of God, is a dangerous way of denying and belying his owne right. Hence secondly note. or wrought in him, or what he hath done or wrought in the Fear and power of God, is a dangerous Way of denying and belying his own right. Hence secondly note. cc vvn p-acp pno31, cc r-crq pns31 vhz vdn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg po31 d j-jn. av ord n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1726 Page 524
10405 No man ought to admit any charge against himselfe, wherein he is not guilty. No man ought to admit any charge against himself, wherein he is not guilty. dx n1 vmd pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp px31, c-crq pns31 vbz xx j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1727 Page 524
10406 It is not in our liberty to give up our owne integrity, we may not give up the righteousness and innocency of others to a false witness, It is not in our liberty to give up our own integrity, we may not give up the righteousness and innocency of Others to a false witness, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 d n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp dt j n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1728 Page 524
10407 if we can detect it, much lesse our owne. Let no man lie against his right. if we can detect it, much less our own. Let no man lie against his right. cs pns12 vmb vvi pn31, av-d av-dc po12 d. vvb dx n1 vvi p-acp po31 n-jn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1728 Page 524
10408 It is our affliction only to be wronged by others, but 'tis our sin to wrong either others, or our selves. Yet Thirdly, Note. It is our affliction only to be wronged by Others, but it's our since to wrong either Others, or our selves. Yet Thirdly, Note. pn31 vbz po12 n1 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp pn31|vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2-jn, cc po12 n2. av ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1728 Page 524
10409 We may quickly over-act in standing upon our own right. That caution of Solomon (Eccl: 7.16.) seemes to carry this observation in it. We may quickly overact in standing upon our own right. That caution of Solomon (Ecclesiastes: 7.16.) seems to carry this observation in it. pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp vvg p-acp po12 d j-jn. cst n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) vvz pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1729 Page 524
10410 Be not righteous overmuch, neither make thy self over-wise: Why shouldst thou destroy thy selfe. Be not righteous overmuch, neither make thy self overwise: Why Shouldst thou destroy thy self. vbb xx j av, av-dx vvi po21 n1 j: q-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10411 Some expound this precept as a rule of policy, advising all to a moderation in the practise of (that wherein there can be, indeed, no excesse) true piety and religion; some expound this precept as a Rule of policy, advising all to a moderation in the practice of (that wherein there can be, indeed, no excess) true piety and Religion; d vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg d p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f (cst c-crq pc-acp vmb vbi, av, dx n1) j n1 cc n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10412 as if it were a duty to study and comport our selves to a kind of neutrality and indifferency in the things of God, as if it were a duty to study and comport our selves to a kind of neutrality and indifferency in the things of God, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10413 lest we expose our selves to the wrath and rage of men, who cannot beare it with patience to see any that are better or do better then themselves. lest we expose our selves to the wrath and rage of men, who cannot bear it with patience to see any that Are better or do better then themselves. cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d cst vbr j cc vdb av-jc cs px32. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10414 But I conceive the Spirit of God in Solomon, was farre from breathing any such cold blast, to nip either the buddings or highest growths of godlinesse; But I conceive the Spirit of God in Solomon, was Far from breathing any such cold blast, to nip either the buddings or highest growths of godliness; p-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, vbds av-j p-acp vvg d d j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi d dt n2 cc js n2 pp-f n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10415 and that he would not at all abate any in the practise of holinesse, but intends one of or all these three things. and that he would not At all abate any in the practice of holiness, but intends one of or all these three things. cc cst pns31 vmd xx p-acp d vvb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vvz crd pp-f cc d d crd n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10416 First, to take men off from any opinionativenesse, about what they judge to be righteous and themselves righteous in doing it, willing them to take advice, First, to take men off from any opinionativeness, about what they judge to be righteous and themselves righteous in doing it, willing them to take Advice, ord, pc-acp vvi n2 a-acp p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi j cc px32 j p-acp vdg pn31, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10417 and not to lean to their own understanding, nor to rest in their own dictates as infallible; and not to lean to their own understanding, nor to rest in their own dictates as infallible; cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n1, ccx pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d vvz p-acp j; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10418 or Secondly, when he saith, Be not righteous overmuch, his meaning is, doe not exact the utmost of others which the Law in the rigour of it will allow; or Secondly, when he Says, Be not righteous overmuch, his meaning is, do not exact the utmost of Others which the Law in the rigour of it will allow; cc ord, c-crq pns31 vvz, vbb xx j av, po31 n1 vbz, vdb xx vvi dt j pp-f n2-jn r-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10419 he that will not remit any thing of his right, is not only over-righteous, but may soon doe wrong; he that will not remit any thing of his right, is not only Over-righteous, but may soon do wrong; pns31 cst vmb xx vvi d n1 pp-f po31 n-jn, vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp vmb av vdi vvi; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10420 or Thirdly, when he saith, be not over-righteous, as he would not have men stand strictly upon their right with others, or Thirdly, when he Says, be not Over-righteous, as he would not have men stand strictly upon their right with Others, cc ord, c-crq pns31 vvz, vbb xx j, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vhi n2 vvi av-j p-acp po32 n-jn p-acp n2-jn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10421 so he would not have them speak much of their own righteousnesse; so he would not have them speak much of their own righteousness; av pns31 vmd xx vhi pno32 vvi d pp-f po32 d n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 524
10422 but rather sometimes take blame to themselves, then (which was Jobs case) proclaime themselves altogether blamelesse. but rather sometime take blame to themselves, then (which was Jobs case) proclaim themselves altogether blameless. cc-acp av-c av vvi n1 p-acp px32, av (r-crq vbds n2 n1) vvi px32 av j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 525
10423 As we are not to betray our innocency, so not give a shadow of any boasting in it. As we Are not to betray our innocency, so not give a shadow of any boasting in it. c-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi po12 n1, av xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d vvg p-acp pn31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 525
10424 We seldome lose by saying little of our selves. We seldom loose by saying little of our selves. pns12 av vvi p-acp vvg j pp-f po12 n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 525
10425 And in most cases we should rather trust God (who hath promised he will doe it, Psal. 37.6.) to bring forth our righteousnesse as the light, then be over-industrious in bringing it to light, And in most cases we should rather trust God (who hath promised he will do it, Psalm 37.6.) to bring forth our righteousness as the Light, then be over-industrious in bringing it to Light, cc p-acp ds n2 pns12 vmd av-c vvi np1 (r-crq vhz vvn pns31 vmb vdi pn31, np1 crd.) pc-acp vvi av po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, av vbi j p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 525
10426 or in bringing it out of that darknesse with which it lyeth obscured, either by or among men. or in bringing it out of that darkness with which it lies obscured, either by or among men. cc p-acp vvg pn31 av pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz vvn, av-d p-acp cc p-acp n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 525
10427 As we ought never to lye against our right, so it may not be convenient at some times to speake all the truth of it which we can. As we ought never to lie against our right, so it may not be convenient At Some times to speak all the truth of it which we can. c-acp pns12 vmd av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n-jn, av pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi d dt n1 pp-f pn31 r-crq pns12 vmb. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 525
10428 This at least was Jobs fault, and it will be any mans who doth like Job, yea though he should be (which few have been or are like to be) under as great sufferings as Job. The greatnesse whereof he aggravated to the hight in the next words, with which Elihu chargeth him. This At least was Jobs fault, and it will be any men who does like Job, yea though he should be (which few have been or Are like to be) under as great sufferings as Job. The greatness whereof he aggravated to the hight in the next words, with which Elihu charges him. np1 p-acp ds vbds n2 n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi d n2 r-crq vdz av-j np1, uh c-acp pns31 vmd vbi (r-crq d vhb vbn cc vbr j pc-acp vbi) p-acp c-acp j n2 p-acp n1. dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 525
10429 My wound is incurable without transgression. My wound is incurable without Transgression. po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1730 Page 525
10430 An incurable wound is the worst of wounds, and though to be wounded without transgression is best for him that receives it, an incurable wound is the worst of wounds, and though to be wounded without Transgression is best for him that receives it, dt j n1 vbz dt js pp-f n2, cc cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 vbz js p-acp pno31 cst vvz pn31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1731 Page 525
10431 yet it is worst for him that gives it. My wound is incurable. yet it is worst for him that gives it. My wound is incurable. av pn31 vbz js p-acp pno31 cst vvz pn31. po11 n1 vbz j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1731 Page 525
10432 The Hebrew is, my arrow; the arrow is a wounding weapon, and in this Text 'tis put for the wound it self. The Hebrew is, my arrow; the arrow is a wounding weapon, and in this Text it's put for the wound it self. dt njp vbz, po11 n1; dt n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1, cc p-acp d n1 pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1732 Page 525
10433 Job complained ( Chap. 6.4.) The arrows of the Allmighty drink up my spirits; There are arrows of two sorts, and answerably there are wounds of two sorts. Job complained (Chap. 6.4.) The arrows of the Almighty drink up my spirits; There Are arrows of two sorts, and answerably there Are wounds of two sorts. np1 vvd (np1 crd.) dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 a-acp po11 n2; a-acp vbr n2 pp-f crd n2, cc av-j pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f crd n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1732 Page 525
10434 There are first externall, secondly, internall arrows; God shooteth his arrows both into the flesh, and spirit; There Are First external, secondly, internal arrows; God shoots his arrows both into the Flesh, and Spirit; pc-acp vbr ord j, ord, j n2; np1 vvz po31 n2 d p-acp dt n1, cc n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1732 Page 525
10456 yet his wound was altogether incurable, his wound was great, though his sin was little. yet his wound was altogether incurable, his wound was great, though his since was little. av po31 n1 vbds av j, po31 n1 vbds j, cs po31 n1 vbds j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10435 the former make a wounded body, the latter a wounded soule. Job may intend both, for he received wounds in both; the former make a wounded body, the latter a wounded soul. Job may intend both, for he received wounds in both; dt j vvi dt j-vvn n1, dt d dt j-vvn n1. np1 vmb vvi d, c-acp pns31 vvd n2 p-acp d; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1732 Page 525
10436 his flesh was wounded, and all that belong'd to flesh, his estate, his credit and good name were wounded, his soule and spirit were wounded also, the arrowes of God were shot thick at him, his Flesh was wounded, and all that belonged to Flesh, his estate, his credit and good name were wounded, his soul and Spirit were wounded also, the arrows of God were shot thick At him, po31 n1 vbds vvn, cc d cst vvd p-acp n1, po31 n1, po31 n1 cc j n1 vbdr vvn, po31 n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn av, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn j p-acp pno31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1732 Page 525
10437 and hit him from head to foot. and hit him from head to foot. cc vvd pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1732 Page 525
10438 The Archers (as dying Jacob said of Joseph, Gen. 49.23, 24.) sorely grieved him, they [ all ] shot at him, The Archers (as dying Jacob said of Joseph, Gen. 49.23, 24.) sorely grieved him, they [ all ] shot At him, dt n2 (c-acp vvg np1 vvd pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd) av-j vvd pno31, pns32 [ d ] vvn p-acp pno31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1732 Page 525
10439 and (one of them Satan) hated him; but though his bow (as to the maine) abode in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong by tht hands of the mighty God of Jacob; and (one of them Satan) hated him; but though his bow (as to the main) Abided in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong by that hands of the mighty God of Jacob; cc (pi pp-f pno32 np1) vvd pno31; cc-acp cs po31 n1 (c-acp p-acp dt j) n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vbdr vvn j p-acp d n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1732 Page 525
10440 yet he cryed out as if there had been no helpe, no healing, no hope for him. My wound Is incurable. yet he cried out as if there had been no help, no healing, no hope for him. My wound Is incurable. av pns31 vvd av c-acp cs pc-acp vhd vbn dx n1, dx n-vvg, dx n1 p-acp pno31. po11 n1 vbz j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1732 Page 525
10441 The word which we render incurable, signifies not only what is very dolorous, or grievous, but mischievous, mortall, and deadly. The word which we render incurable, signifies not only what is very dolorous, or grievous, but mischievous, Mortal, and deadly. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb j, vvz xx av-j r-crq vbz av j, cc j, cc-acp j, j-jn, cc j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1733 Page 526
10442 And from this word man is called Enosh in the Hebrew, to shew how infirme and fraile he is, And from this word man is called Enosh in the Hebrew, to show how infirm and frail he is, cc p-acp d n1 n1 vbz vvn av-d p-acp dt njp, pc-acp vvi c-crq j cc j pns31 vbz, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1733 Page 526
10443 sin having given him a wound which is incurable, by any thing but the blood of Jesus Christ. since having given him a wound which is incurable, by any thing but the blood of jesus christ. n1 vhg vvn pno31 dt n1 r-crq vbz j, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1733 Page 526
10444 Job felt his wounds, and he spake of them, as a man swallowed up with desperation, Job felt his wounds, and he spoke of them, as a man swallowed up with desperation, np1 vvd po31 n2, cc pns31 vvd pp-f pno32, c-acp dt n1 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1733 Page 526
10445 and expected no cure of his present sad condition; and expected no cure of his present sad condition; cc vvd dx n1 pp-f po31 j j n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1733 Page 526
10446 My wound is incurable, and he concluded with that which is yet harder, My wound is incurable Without transgression. My wound is incurable, and he concluded with that which is yet harder, My wound is incurable Without Transgression. po11 n1 vbz j, cc pns31 vvd p-acp d r-crq vbz av jc, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1733 Page 526
10447 Mr. Broughton translates, My stroak is sore without trespasse. Mr. Broughton translates, My stroke is soar without trespass. n1 np1 vvz, po11 n1 vbz av-j p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10448 Job in saying his wound was incurable, shewed a defect in his faith, but in saying it was incurable without transgression, he seemeth to shew his defect in truth. Job in saying his wound was incurable, showed a defect in his faith, but in saying it was incurable without Transgression, he seems to show his defect in truth. np1 p-acp vvg po31 n1 vbds j, vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp vvg pn31 vbds j p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10449 For surely had there not been transgression in him, there had never been a wound upon him; For surely had there not been Transgression in him, there had never been a wound upon him; p-acp av-j vhn pc-acp xx vbn n1 p-acp pno31, a-acp vhd av vbn dt n1 p-acp pno31; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10450 God had never so much as broken our skin but for sin; God had never so much as broken our skin but for since; np1 vhd av-x av av-d c-acp j-vvn po12 n1 cc-acp p-acp n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10451 Man had never felt so much as the scratch of a pins poynt by the hand of God, Man had never felt so much as the scratch of a pins point by the hand of God, n1 vhd av-x vvn av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10452 if he had not once prevaricated and Apostatiz'd from God. We ow all our sorrows to our sins, all our woundings to our transgressings. if he had not once prevaricated and Apostatized from God. We owe all our sorrows to our Sins, all our woundings to our transgressings. cs pns31 vhd xx a-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp np1. pns12 vvb d po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, d po12 n2-vvg p-acp po12 n2-vvg. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10453 How then doth Job say, My wound is incurable without transgression? The word here used is not usually put to signifie sin in generall (though some take it so) but some speciall kind of sin, & that of more then an ordinary degree, a sin with a malignity, a provoking sin; How then does Job say, My wound is incurable without Transgression? The word Here used is not usually put to signify since in general (though Some take it so) but Some special kind of since, & that of more then an ordinary degree, a since with a malignity, a provoking since; uh-crq av vdz np1 vvb, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1? dt n1 av vvn vbz xx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1 (cs d vvb pn31 av) p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, cc d pp-f dc cs dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j-vvg n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10454 As if the meaning of Elihu were, that he heard Job say, Though his sin were not great, As if the meaning of Elihu were, that he herd Job say, Though his since were not great, c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr, cst pns31 vvd np1 vvb, cs po31 n1 vbdr xx j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10457 Now, because Justice doth usually apportion the punishment inflicted both to the nature and measure of the sin committed, Now, Because justice does usually apportion the punishment inflicted both to the nature and measure of the since committed, av, c-acp n1 vdz av-j vvi dt n1 vvn d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10458 therefore Elihu takes it (and he had too much occasion to doe so) as a great reflection upon the justice of God, Therefore Elihu Takes it (and he had too much occasion to do so) as a great reflection upon the Justice of God, av np1 vvz pn31 (cc pns31 vhd av d n1 pc-acp vdi av) p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10459 when he heard Job thus bemoaning himselfe, My wound is incurable without transgression. when he herd Job thus bemoaning himself, My wound is incurable without Transgression. c-crq pns31 vvd np1 av vvg px31, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10460 To receive the least wound without transgression, is a great wound to justice, how greatly then doth he wound the Justice of God, who saith he hath received a great, To receive the least wound without Transgression, is a great wound to Justice, how greatly then does he wound the justice of God, who Says he hath received a great, pc-acp vvi dt ds n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, c-crq av-j av vdz pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pns31 vhz vvn dt j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10461 yea an incurable wound without transgression. yea an incurable wound without Transgression. uh dt j vvn p-acp n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1734 Page 526
10462 But where spake Job these words, when said he, My wound is incurable without transgression, (we must bring in that, Job hath said, to every one of these charges) I answer, Job spake of the arrows of God ( Chap: 6.4.) and that they were incurable, he saith in other words ( Chap: 16.13.) His arrowes compasse me round about; he cleaveth my reines asunder; But where spoke Job these words, when said he, My wound is incurable without Transgression, (we must bring in that, Job hath said, to every one of these charges) I answer, Job spoke of the arrows of God (Chap: 6.4.) and that they were incurable, he Says in other words (Chap: 16.13.) His arrows compass me round about; he cleaveth my reins asunder; cc-acp q-crq vvd np1 d n2, c-crq vvd pns31, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1, (pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d, np1 vhz vvn, p-acp d crd pp-f d n2) pns11 vvb, n1 vvd pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 (n1: crd.) cc cst pns32 vbdr j, pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2 (n1: crd.) po31 n2 vvi pno11 av-j a-acp; pns31 vvz po11 n2 av; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1735 Page 527
10463 he powreth out my gall upon the ground. he poureth out my Gall upon the ground. pns31 vvz av po11 n1 p-acp dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1735 Page 527
10464 When a mans reines are cleft in sunder with an arrow, and his gall powred on the ground, his wound is incurable. When a men reins Are cleft in sunder with an arrow, and his Gall poured on the ground, his wound is incurable. c-crq dt ng1 n2 vbr vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbz j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1735 Page 527
10465 But where did he say, My wound is incurable without transgression; Elihu might collect that from (Chap: 9.17.) He breaketh me with a tempest, But where did he say, My wound is incurable without Transgression; Elihu might collect that from (Chap: 9.17.) He breaks me with a tempest, cc-acp q-crq vdd pns31 vvi, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1; np1 vmd vvi cst p-acp (n1: crd.) pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp dt n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1736 Page 527
10466 and multiplyeth my wounds without cause; and multiplieth my wounds without cause; cc vvz po11 n2 p-acp n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1736 Page 527
10467 and from (Chap: 16.16, 17.) My face is foule with weeping, &c. not for any injustice in my hands. and from (Chap: 16.16, 17.) My face is foul with weeping, etc. not for any injustice in my hands. cc p-acp (n1: crd, crd) po11 n1 vbz j p-acp vvg, av xx p-acp d n1 p-acp po11 n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1736 Page 527
10468 While Mary washed the feete of Christ with her teares ( Luke 7.38.) she might be sayd to foule her owne face with her teares. While Marry washed the feet of christ with her tears (Lycia 7.38.) she might be said to foul her own face with her tears. cs uh vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2 (av crd.) pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp j po31 d n1 p-acp po31 n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1736 Page 527
10469 Teares, which (in a qualified sence, or as a token of true repentance) wash and cleanse the soule, doe yet blubber and disfigure the face. Tears, which (in a qualified sense, or as a token of true Repentance) wash and cleanse the soul, do yet blubber and disfigure the face. n2, r-crq (p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1) vvb cc vvi dt n1, vdb av vvi cc vvi dt n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1736 Page 527
10470 My face (saith Job ) is soule with weeping, though my hands are not foule with sinning, or any evill doing. My face (Says Job) is soul with weeping, though my hands Are not foul with sinning, or any evil doing. po11 n1 (vvz np1) vbz n1 p-acp vvg, cs po11 n2 vbr xx j p-acp vvg, cc d j-jn vdg. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1736 Page 527
10471 This was, in effect to say what Elihu here censureth him for saying, My wound is incurable without transgression. Hence note. This was, in Effect to say what Elihu Here censureth him for saying, My wound is incurable without Transgression. Hence note. d vbds, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 av vvz pno31 p-acp vvg, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1. av vvi. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1736 Page 527
10472 First, God hath his arrows, he can wound us when and where he pleaseth. He shooteth and misseth not his marke. First, God hath his arrows, he can wound us when and where he Pleases. He shoots and misses not his mark. ord, np1 vhz po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 c-crq cc c-crq pns31 vvz. pns31 vvz cc vvz xx po31 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1737 Page 527
10473 He hath a quiver full of deadly arrows; take heed how ye provoke him. He hath a quiver full of deadly arrows; take heed how you provoke him. pns31 vhz dt n1 j pp-f j n2; vvb n1 c-crq pn22 vvb pno31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1738 Page 527
10474 Jbb had a whole quiver of arrows emptied upon him for triall, for the exercise of his patience. Jbb had a Whole quiver of arrows emptied upon him for trial, for the exercise of his patience. np1 vhd dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1738 Page 527
10475 Woe to those upon whom God emptieth his quivers in vengeance. ( Psal: 7.11, 12, 13.) God is angry with the wicked every day; Woe to those upon whom God emptieth his quivers in vengeance. (Psalm: 7.11, 12, 13.) God is angry with the wicked every day; n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp n1. (np1: crd, crd, crd) np1 vbz j p-acp dt j d n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1738 Page 527
10476 if he turne not, he will whet his sword, he hath bent his bow, and made it ready; if he turn not, he will whet his sword, he hath bent his bow, and made it ready; cs pns31 vvb xx, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, cc vvd pn31 j; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1738 Page 527
10477 he hath also prepared for him the instruments of death, he ordaineth his arrows against the persecutours. Secondly, Note. he hath also prepared for him the Instruments of death, he ordaineth his arrows against the persecutors. Secondly, Note. pns31 vhz av vvn p-acp pno31 dt n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n2. ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1738 Page 527
10478 The wounds which God makes cannot be healed by any medicines but his owne. The wounds which God makes cannot be healed by any medicines but his own. dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp po31 d. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1739 Page 527
10479 Jobs wound was incurable, there was no balme for him in the Gilead of this world, no Physician there. Jobs wound was incurable, there was no balm for him in the Gilead of this world, no physician there. n2 n1 vbds j, pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt np1 pp-f d n1, dx n1 a-acp. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 527
10480 And therefore the Lord bids Egypt, in scorne, seeke healing there ( Jer: 46.11.) Goe up into Gilead and take balme, O virgin, the daughter of Egypt: And Therefore the Lord bids Egypt, in scorn, seek healing there (Jer: 46.11.) Go up into Gilead and take balm, Oh Virgae, the daughter of Egypt: cc av dt n1 vvz np1, p-acp n1, vvb j-vvg a-acp (np1: crd.) vvb a-acp p-acp np1 cc vvb n1, uh n1, dt n1 pp-f np1: (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10481 in vaine shalt thou use many medicines, for thou shalt not be cured. in vain shalt thou use many medicines, for thou shalt not be cured. p-acp j vm2 pns21 vvi d n2, c-acp pns21 vm2 xx vbi vvn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10482 Who can heale where God will wound? ( Psal: 38.2, 3.) Thine arrows stick fast in me, there is no soundness in my flesh; Who can heal where God will wound? (Psalm: 38.2, 3.) Thine arrows stick fast in me, there is no soundness in my Flesh; q-crq vmb vvi c-crq np1 vmb vvi? (np1: crd, crd) po21 n2 vvb av-j p-acp pno11, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po11 n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10483 even David complained that the wounds which the arrows of God had made in him were incurable. even David complained that the wounds which the arrows of God had made in him were incurable. av np1 vvd cst dt n2 r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31 vbdr j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10484 Why is my paine perpetuall (said the Prophet, Jer: 15.18.) and my wound incurable, which refuseth to be healed? When Ephraim saw his sickness, Why is my pain perpetual (said the Prophet, Jer: 15.18.) and my wound incurable, which Refuseth to be healed? When Ephraim saw his sickness, q-crq vbz po11 n1 j (vvd dt n1, np1: crd.) cc po11 n1 j, r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi vvn? c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10485 and Judah saw his wound, then went Ephraim to the Assyrian, and sent to king Jareb to help him, and Judah saw his wound, then went Ephraim to the assyrian, and sent to King Jareb to help him, cc np1 vvd po31 n1, av vvd np1 p-acp dt jp, cc vvd p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10486 yet could he not heale you, nor cure you of your wounds. yet could he not heal you, nor cure you of your wounds. av vmd pns31 xx vvi pn22, ccx vvi pn22 pp-f po22 n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10487 (Hos: 5.13.) God gives states or bodyes politick such wounds, as all the medicines and meanes in the world cannot helpe; (Hos: 5.13.) God gives states or bodies politic such wounds, as all the medicines and means in the world cannot help; (np1: crd.) np1 vvz n2 cc n2 j d n2, c-acp d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10488 They may goe to the Assyrian, and send to king Jareb, to this and that power; They may go to the assyrian, and send to King Jareb, to this and that power; pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt jp, cc vvi p-acp n1 np1, p-acp d cc d n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10489 They may call a whole colledge of State-Physicians or deepest politicians for counsel and advise, yet neither one nor other can be a healer to them. They may call a Whole college of State-Physicians or Deepest politicians for counsel and Advice, yet neither one nor other can be a healer to them. pns32 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 cc js-jn n2 p-acp n1 cc vvi, av d crd ccx n-jn vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10490 Therefore in the next Chapter ( v. 1.) the Church concluded upon another course, Therefore in the next Chapter (v. 1.) the Church concluded upon Another course, av p-acp dt ord n1 (n1 crd) dt n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10491 and a better addresse, then either to the Assyrian, or to king Jareb. Come let us returne unto the Lord, and a better address, then either to the assyrian, or to King Jareb. Come let us return unto the Lord, cc dt av-jc vvi, av av-d p-acp dt jp, cc p-acp n1 np1. np1 vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10492 for he hath torne, and he will heale us; only the Lord who gives the wound can heale the wound; for he hath torn, and he will heal us; only the Lord who gives the wound can heal the wound; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12; av-j dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10493 the same hand which smites us must cure us, else our wound is incurable. Thirdly, Note. the same hand which smites us must cure us, Else our wound is incurable. Thirdly, Note. dt d n1 r-crq vvz pno12 vmb vvi pno12, av po12 n1 vbz j. ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1740 Page 528
10494 To complaine of our wounds as incurable, or past cure, is an argument of our unbeliefe. To complain of our wounds as incurable, or past cure, is an argument of our unbelief. p-acp vvi pp-f po12 n2 p-acp j, cc j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1741 Page 528
10495 'Tis good for us even to despaire of help from creatures, and to say the least wound (if but the scratch of a pin) is incurable by all the art, meanes, It's good for us even to despair of help from creatures, and to say the least wound (if but the scratch of a pin) is incurable by all the art, means, pn31|vbz j p-acp pno12 av pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt ds n1 (cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) vbz j p-acp d dt n1, n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1742 Page 528
10496 and medicines which this world can administer, but to say our wound (though never so deep, dangerous, and medicines which this world can administer, but to say our wound (though never so deep, dangerous, cc n2 r-crq d n1 vmb vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1 (cs av-x av av-jn, j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1742 Page 528
10497 and deadly) is absolutely incurable, is our sin. While we ruine our selves (that is, while we provoke God to ruine us, and deadly) is absolutely incurable, is our since. While we ruin our selves (that is, while we provoke God to ruin us, cc j) vbz av-j j, vbz po12 n1. cs pns12 vvi po12 n2 (cst vbz, cs pns12 vvb np1 pc-acp vvi pno12, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1742 Page 528
10498 yet) there is hope in God; yet) there is hope in God; av) pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp np1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1742 Page 528
10499 O Israel, thou hast destroyed thy selfe, but in me is thine helpe (Hos: 13.9.) despaire as much as you will of creatures helpe, but still hope in God. O Israel, thou hast destroyed thy self, but in me is thine help (Hos: 13.9.) despair as much as you will of creatures help, but still hope in God. sy np1, pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1, cc-acp p-acp pno11 vbz po21 n1 (np1: crd.) vvb p-acp d c-acp pn22 vmb pp-f n2 vvb, cc-acp av vvb p-acp np1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1742 Page 528
10500 Thirdly, In that he saith, My wound is incurable without transgression. Note. Thirdly, In that he Says, My wound is incurable without Transgression. Note. ord, p-acp cst pns31 vvz, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1. n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1743 Page 528
10501 The Lord may, and doth take liberty to afflict those grievously, who have not sinned greatly. The Lord may, and does take liberty to afflict those grievously, who have not sinned greatly. dt n1 vmb, cc vdz vvi n1 pc-acp vvi d av-j, r-crq vhb xx vvn av-j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1744 Page 529
10502 There is no man liveth and sinneth not, yet every man is not (in strict sense) a sinner, that is, a great sinner, a rebell, a worker of iniquity; There is no man lives and Sinneth not, yet every man is not (in strict sense) a sinner, that is, a great sinner, a rebel, a worker of iniquity; pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvz cc vvz xx, av d n1 vbz xx (p-acp j n1) dt n1, cst vbz, dt j n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1745 Page 529
10503 yet the Lord when 'tis needfull giveth them great wounds, who have not (comparatively) sinned greatly. yet the Lord when it's needful gives them great wounds, who have not (comparatively) sinned greatly. av dt n1 c-crq pn31|vbz j vvz pno32 j n2, r-crq vhb xx (av-j) vvd av-j. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1745 Page 529
10504 Though no sin should be little in our eye, yet there are degrees of sin, and some are lesse then others in the eye both of God and man. Though no since should be little in our eye, yet there Are Degrees of since, and Some Are less then Others in the eye both of God and man. cs dx n1 vmd vbi j p-acp po12 n1, av a-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1, cc d vbr av-dc cs n2-jn p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1745 Page 529
10505 Elihu chargeth Job, not as saying he had no sin, but because he complained his wounds were great, though his sins were not; Elihu charges Job, not as saying he had no since, but Because he complained his wounds were great, though his Sins were not; np1 vvz n1, xx p-acp vvg pns31 vhd dx n1, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n2 vbdr j, cs po31 n2 vbdr xx; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1745 Page 529
10506 or that there was not a due proportion between his offence and his punishment, his sins and his sufferings. Hence note, Fourthly. or that there was not a due proportion between his offence and his punishment, his Sins and his sufferings. Hence note, Fourthly. cc cst a-acp vbds xx dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, po31 n2 cc po31 n2. av vvi, ord. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1745 Page 529
10507 Though the Lord taketh liberty to afflict those greatly that have not sinned greatly, yet they must not take liberty to complaine of the greatness of their afflictions, Though the Lord Takes liberty to afflict those greatly that have not sinned greatly, yet they must not take liberty to complain of the greatness of their afflictions, cs dt n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi d av-j cst vhb xx vvn av-j, av pns32 vmb xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1746 Page 529
10508 how little soever their sins have been. how little soever their Sins have been. c-crq j av po32 n2 vhb vbn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1746 Page 529
10509 A gracious heart lookes upon the least of his mercies, as greater then the greatest of his good deservings, A gracious heart looks upon the least of his Mercies, as greater then the greatest of his good deservings, dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt ds pp-f po31 n2, c-acp jc cs dt js pp-f po31 j n2-vvg, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1747 Page 529
10510 and upon the greatest of his sufferings, as lesse then the least of his ill deservings or demerits. and upon the greatest of his sufferings, as less then the least of his ill deservings or demerits. cc p-acp dt js pp-f po31 n2, c-acp av-dc cs dt ds pp-f po31 j-jn n2-vvg cc n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1747 Page 529
10511 And surely (besides that liberty which God hath, as he is supreame, and soveraigne, to afflict whom he will, And surely (beside that liberty which God hath, as he is supreme, and sovereign, to afflict whom he will, cc av-j (p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vhz, c-acp pns31 vbz j, cc j-jn, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmb, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1747 Page 529
10512 and in what degree he will we must know, that, the least sin deserves the greatest wound. and in what degree he will we must know, that, the least since deserves the greatest wound. cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmb pns12 vmb vvi, cst, dt ds n1 vvz dt js n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1747 Page 529
10513 An evill thought deserves all the evill that can be heaped upon us. Whatsoever we suffer on this side hell is less then the least of our sins. an evil Thought deserves all the evil that can be heaped upon us. Whatsoever we suffer on this side hell is less then the least of our Sins. dt j-jn n1 vvz d dt j-jn cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12. r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 n1 vbz av-dc cs dt ds pp-f po12 n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1747 Page 529
10514 And therefore if we have reason to confesse our little sins great, and our greatest wounds little, compared with our little sins; And Therefore if we have reason to confess our little Sins great, and our greatest wounds little, compared with our little Sins; cc av cs pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi po12 j n2 j, cc po12 js n2 j, vvn p-acp po12 j n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1747 Page 529
10515 how much more should we confesse our great sufferings little, compared with our great sins, how much more should we confess our great sufferings little, compared with our great Sins, c-crq d dc vmd pns12 vvi po12 j n2 j, vvn p-acp po12 j n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1747 Page 529
10516 as the Church did ( Ezra 9.13.) After all that is come upon us (our long and hard bondage in Babylon) for our evill deeds, as the Church did (Ezra 9.13.) After all that is come upon us (our long and hard bondage in Babylon) for our evil Deeds, c-acp dt n1 vdd (np1 crd.) p-acp d cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12 (po12 j cc j n1 p-acp np1) p-acp po12 j-jn n2, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1747 Page 529
10517 and for our great trespasse, thou O Lord, hast punished us lesse then our iniquities deserve. and for our great trespass, thou O Lord, hast punished us less then our iniquities deserve. cc p-acp po12 j n1, pns21 sy n1, vh2 vvn pno12 av-dc cs po12 n2 vvi. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1747 Page 529
10518 Further, from the whole verse, in that Elihu chargeth Job with these severall sayings. Observe, First. Further, from the Whole verse, in that Elihu charges Job with these several sayings. Observe, First. jc, p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp cst np1 vvz n1 p-acp d j n2-vvg. vvb, ord. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1748 Page 529
10519 A good mans sayings are often worse then his meanings. Elihu rebuketh his speeches, not his spirits; A good men sayings Are often Worse then his meanings. Elihu Rebuketh his Speeches, not his spirits; dt j ng1 n2-vvg vbr av av-jc cs po31 n2. np1 vvz po31 n2, xx po31 n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1749 Page 529
10520 his words though in some respect true, yet were dangerous, and because not well explained by himselfe, scandalous to others, his words though in Some respect true, yet were dangerous, and Because not well explained by himself, scandalous to Others, po31 n2 cs p-acp d n1 j, av vbdr j, cc c-acp xx av vvn p-acp px31, j p-acp n2-jn, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1750 Page 530
10521 But his heart was not trecherous, not the bent of his mind wrong set, in uttering them. But his heart was not treacherous, not the bent of his mind wrong Set, in uttering them. cc-acp po31 n1 vbds xx j, xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-jn vvn, p-acp vvg pno32. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1750 Page 530
10522 Evill men may speake good words, but 'tis with a bad heart; Good men sometimes speake bad and offensive words, yet with honest hearts; Evil men may speak good words, but it's with a bad heart; Good men sometime speak bad and offensive words, yet with honest hearts; n-jn n2 vmb vvi j n2, cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1; j n2 av vvb j cc j n2, av p-acp j n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1750 Page 530
10523 and when their mindes are serene, and they cleared from those clouds of perturbation, which have darkned them, they (as Job ) are ready to recant them, and repent of them. Secondly, Note. and when their minds Are serene, and they cleared from those Clouds of perturbation, which have darkened them, they (as Job) Are ready to recant them, and Repent of them. Secondly, Note. cc c-crq po32 n2 vbr j, cc pns32 vvd p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vhb vvn pno32, pns32 (c-acp np1) vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pp-f pno32. ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1750 Page 530
10524 It is an high offence to intimate any thing which doth in the least intrench upon the Justice, and righteousness of God. It is an high offence to intimate any thing which does in the least entrench upon the justice, and righteousness of God. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vdz p-acp dt ds vvi p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1751 Page 530
10525 To say, God hath taken away our judgement, may call downe judgements; To say, we are wounded without transgression, is a great transgression; To say, God hath taken away our judgement, may call down Judgments; To say, we Are wounded without Transgression, is a great Transgression; pc-acp vvi, np1 vhz vvn av po12 n1, vmb vvi a-acp n2; pc-acp vvi, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, vbz dt j n1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1752 Page 530
10526 and the reason, why it is so, is plaine, because such sayings, tell the world, that we suffer, and the reason, why it is so, is plain, Because such sayings, tell the world, that we suffer, cc dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbz av, vbz j, c-acp d n2-vvg, vvb dt n1, cst pns12 vvb, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1752 Page 530
10527 if not quite without desert, yet more then we deserve; if not quite without desert, yet more then we deserve; cs xx av p-acp n1, av dc cs pns12 vvb; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1752 Page 530
10528 and what is this but to justifie our selves, and lay blame upon God, then which (as was shewed at the 2d verse of the 32d Chapter) nothing is more derogatory to God, or more blame-worthy in man. Thirdly, Note. and what is this but to justify our selves, and lay blame upon God, then which (as was showed At the 2d verse of the 32d Chapter) nothing is more derogatory to God, or more blameworthy in man. Thirdly, Note. cc q-crq vbz d p-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvd n1 p-acp np1, cs r-crq (c-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt crd n1) pix vbz av-dc n1 p-acp np1, cc av-dc j p-acp n1. ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1752 Page 530
10529 If we speak amisse, or indiscreetly about the dealings of God with us, we may thank our selves if we are hardly censured, and soundly chidden for it. If we speak amiss, or indiscreetly about the dealings of God with us, we may thank our selves if we Are hardly censured, and soundly chidden for it. cs pns12 vvb av, cc av-j p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 cs pns12 vbr av vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp pn31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1753 Page 530
10530 Though Jobs heart was honest, yet his tongue was intemperate, and he too bold with God; Though Jobs heart was honest, yet his tongue was intemperate, and he too bold with God; c-acp n2 n1 vbds j, av po31 n1 vbds j, cc pns31 av j p-acp np1; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1754 Page 530
10531 and you see how God stir'd up the spirit of Elihu to lay it home to him, and you see how God stirred up the Spirit of Elihu to lay it home to him, cc pn22 vvb c-crq np1 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-an p-acp pno31, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1754 Page 530
10532 and bring him upon his knees for it. and bring him upon his knees for it. cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pn31. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1754 Page 530
10533 They who vent unwarrantable speeches, must not thinke much if they meet with sharpe reproofes and cutting censures. Tongue-faults seldome escape without tongue-lashes; They who vent unwarrantable Speeches, must not think much if they meet with sharp reproofs and cutting censures. Tongue-faults seldom escape without tongue-lashes; pns32 r-crq vvb j n2, vmb xx vvi d cs pns32 vvb p-acp j n2 cc j-vvg n2. n2 av vvi p-acp n2; (22) chapter (DIV2) 1754 Page 530
10534 And 'tis a mercy to meete with them from a faithfull friend; Their lashing and cutting tongues prove healing tongues, ( Psal: 141.5.) Fourthly, Note. And it's a mercy to meet with them from a faithful friend; Their lashing and cutting tongues prove healing tongues, (Psalm: 141.5.) Fourthly, Note. cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1; po32 vvg cc vvg n2 vvb j-vvg n2, (np1: crd.) ord, n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1754 Page 530
10535 Every speaker is at the mercy of his hearers. No man knows what glosse his words may have put upon them when once uttered. Every speaker is At the mercy of his hearers. No man knows what gloss his words may have put upon them when once uttered. np1 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. dx n1 vvz r-crq n1 po31 n2 vmb vhi vvn p-acp pno32 c-crq a-acp vvn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1755 Page 530
10536 Here are foure sayings brought against Job, yet Job never spoke any of them expressely, Here Are foure sayings brought against Job, yet Job never spoke any of them expressly, av vbr crd n2-vvg vvn p-acp np1, av np1 av-x vvd d pp-f pno32 av-j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10537 or in so many words, but such collections were made (indeed they were, as not false, or in so many words, but such collections were made (indeed they were, as not false, cc p-acp av d n2, cc-acp d n2 vbdr vvn (av pns32 vbdr, c-acp xx j, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10538 so not favourable collections) from what he had spoken. so not favourable collections) from what he had spoken. av xx j n2) p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10540 Take heed what you speak, words are usually judged as others understand them, not as you mean them. Take heed what you speak, words Are usually judged as Others understand them, not as you mean them. vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vvb, n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n2-jn vvb pno32, xx c-acp pn22 vvb pno32. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10541 Indeed charity doth always incline to the best construction; and will not interpret that ill, which may beare a better interpretation. Indeed charity does always incline to the best construction; and will not interpret that ill, which may bear a better Interpretation. np1 n1 vdz av vvi p-acp dt js n1; cc vmb xx vvi d n-jn, r-crq vmb vvi dt jc n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10542 But who knoweth whether his words shall alwayes meete with a charitable interpreter, our words doe not often meete with just and equall ones. But who Knoweth whither his words shall always meet with a charitable interpreter, our words do not often meet with just and equal ones. p-acp r-crq vvz cs po31 n2 vmb av vvi p-acp dt j n1, po12 n2 vdb xx av vvi p-acp j cc j-jn pi2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10543 Nothing, indeed, is more common with uncourteous hearers, then to misconster those they heare, or to judge of what is spoken rather as it may be taken to the speakers hurt and defamation, Nothing, indeed, is more Common with uncourteous hearers, then to misconstrue those they hear, or to judge of what is spoken rather as it may be taken to the Speakers hurt and defamation, np1, av, vbz av-dc j p-acp j n2, cs pc-acp vvi d pns32 vvb, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq vbz vvn av-c p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 vvn cc n1, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10544 then their owne profit or instruction. then their own profit or instruction. cs po32 d n1 cc n1. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10545 And therefore though I would advise every hearer to use as much charity as may be, And Therefore though I would Advice every hearer to use as much charity as may be, cc av cs pns11 vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 c-acp vmb vbi, (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10546 yet I would also advise every speaker to leave as little as may be to the charity of his hearers. yet I would also Advice every speaker to leave as little as may be to the charity of his hearers. av pns11 vmd av vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi c-acp j c-acp vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1756 Page 531
10547 Thus much of the first part of the charge in these foure sayings. Thus much of the First part of the charge in these foure sayings. av d pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d crd n2-vvg. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1757 Page 531
10548 In the three verses following, Elihu prosecutes the charge, and standeth in admiration, as here at the sayings of Job, so there of his doings. In the three Verses following, Elihu prosecutes the charge, and Stands in admiration, as Here At the sayings of Job, so there of his doings. p-acp dt crd n2 vvg, np1 vvz dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n1, c-acp av p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, av a-acp pp-f png31 n2-vdg. (22) chapter (DIV2) 1757 Page 531
10549 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 7, 8, 9. What man is like Job, who drinketh up scorning like water? JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 7, 8, 9. What man is like Job, who Drinketh up scorning like water? np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd q-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz a-acp vvg av-j n1? (23) chapter (DIV2) 1757 Page 532
10550 Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men. Which Goes in company with the workers of iniquity, and walks with wicked men. r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1759 Page 532
10551 For he hath sayd, it profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himselfe with God. For he hath said, it profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1760 Page 532
10552 THese three verses containe the second charge or accusation, which Elihu had drawne up against Job. And in it we may distinctly consider; First, the forme of it; Secondly, the matter of it. THese three Verses contain the second charge or accusation, which Elihu had drawn up against Job. And in it we may distinctly Consider; First, the Form of it; Secondly, the matter of it. d crd n2 vvi dt ord n1 cc n1, r-crq np1 vhd vvn a-acp p-acp n1. cc p-acp pn31 pns12 vmb av-j vvi; ord, dt n1 pp-f pn31; ord, dt n1 pp-f pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1761 Page 532
10553 The forme of it is by way of question; What man is like Job? The matter of it consists of three heads. The Form of it is by Way of question; What man is like Job? The matter of it consists of three Heads. dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1; r-crq n1 vbz av-j np1? dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz pp-f crd n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1762 Page 532
10554 First, That he was a man of a scornfull spirit towards others, or that he had subjected himselfe to the scorne of others; First, That he was a man of a scornful Spirit towards Others, or that he had subjected himself to the scorn of Others; ord, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc cst pns31 vhd vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1763 Page 532
10555 What man is like Job, which drinketh up scorning like water? What man is like Job, which Drinketh up scorning like water? r-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz a-acp vvg av-j n1? (23) chapter (DIV2) 1763 Page 532
10556 Secondly, Elihu chargeth him, as having fellowship with men of a vaine and offensive conversation ( v. 8th) Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men. Secondly, Elihu charges him, as having fellowship with men of a vain and offensive Conversation (v. 8th) Which Goes in company with the workers of iniquity, and walks with wicked men. ord, np1 vvz pno31, c-acp vhg n1 p-acp n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1 (n1 ord) r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1764 Page 532
10557 Thirdly, He chargeth him (which is indeed the ground of the former) That he was a man, not only of unsound, Thirdly, He charges him (which is indeed the ground of the former) That he was a man, not only of unsound, ord, pns31 vvz pno31 (r-crq vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt j) cst pns31 vbds dt n1, xx av-j pp-f j, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1765 Page 532
10558 but of blasphemous principles and opinions ( v. 9th) For he hath sayd, it profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himselfe with God. but of blasphemous principles and opinions (v. 9th) For he hath said, it profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. cc-acp pp-f j n2 cc n2 (n1 ord) c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1765 Page 532
10559 This 9th verse is the proofe of the eighth; This 9th verse is the proof of the eighth; d ord n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1765 Page 532
10560 For some might enquire, How doth it appeare, that, Job goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, For Some might inquire, How does it appear, that, Job Goes in company with the workers of iniquity, p-acp d vmd vvi, q-crq vdz pn31 vvi, cst, np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1765 Page 532
10561 and walketh with wicked men? Elihu answers, It appeareth by his words, or from his owne mouth; and walks with wicked men? Elihu answers, It appears by his words, or from his own Mouth; cc vvz p-acp j n2? np1 n2, pn31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp po31 d n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1765 Page 532
10562 For he hath sayd, it profiteth a man nothing, that he should delight himselfe with God. For he hath said, it profiteth a man nothing, that he should delight himself with God. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix, cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1765 Page 532
10563 And if a man once judge that there is no profit in the wayes of God, he thereby declares his consent to the wayes of the wicked. And if a man once judge that there is no profit in the ways of God, he thereby declares his consent to the ways of the wicked. cc cs dt n1 a-acp n1 cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 av vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1765 Page 532
10564 That's the summe of the charge, and these the parts of it. Vers. 7. What man is like Job? That's the sum of the charge, and these the parts of it. Vers. 7. What man is like Job? d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f pn31. np1 crd q-crq n1 vbz av-j np1? (23) chapter (DIV2) 1765 Page 532
10565 The word rendred man, doth not signifie every ordinary man, but a great or wise man, a famous or a powerfull man. The word rendered man, does not signify every ordinary man, but a great or wise man, a famous or a powerful man. dt n1 vvn n1, vdz xx vvi d j n1, cc-acp dt j cc j n1, dt j cc dt j n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1766 Page 532
10566 What great or wise man is like Job? Possibly some may be found among the dreggs of the people or among the common sort like himselfe, What great or wise man is like Job? Possibly Some may be found among the dregs of the people or among the Common sort like himself, q-crq j cc j n1 vbz av-j np1? av-j d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc p-acp dt j n1 av-j px31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1766 Page 533
10567 but among men of honour and reputation for wisdome, surely, there are none to be found like him. but among men of honour and reputation for Wisdom, surely, there Are none to be found like him. cc-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, av-j, pc-acp vbr pix pc-acp vbi vvn av-j pno31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1766 Page 533
10568 Yet some take it (out of the strictness of the original word) for a man of the lowest or meanest condition; Yet Some take it (out of the strictness of the original word) for a man of the lowest or Meanest condition; av d vvb pn31 (av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js cc js n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1766 Page 533
10569 What man is like Job? that is, no man, no not of the meanest degree is like him. What man is like Job? that is, no man, no not of the Meanest degree is like him. q-crq n1 vbz av-j np1? cst vbz, dx n1, uh-dx xx pp-f dt js n1 vbz av-j pno31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1766 Page 533
10570 And so the question may be carryed under a threefold notion. And so the question may be carried under a threefold notion. cc av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1766 Page 533
10571 First, As a vilifying question, What man is like Job? Who is there that hath but the name and face of a man that would doe or speak things as he? Job, in this matter, is worse then any man, then the worst of men. First, As a vilifying question, What man is like Job? Who is there that hath but the name and face of a man that would do or speak things as he? Job, in this matter, is Worse then any man, then the worst of men. ord, c-acp dt j-vvg n1, q-crq n1 vbz av-j np1? r-crq vbz a-acp cst vhz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vmd vdi cc vvi n2 c-acp pns31? np1, p-acp d n1, vbz jc cs d n1, cs dt js pp-f n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1767 Page 533
10572 He acts and speaks at a lower rate of prudence and piety then many, if not then any of the lowest among the sons of men. He acts and speaks At a lower rate of prudence and piety then many, if not then any of the lowest among the Sons of men. pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av d, cs xx av d pp-f dt js p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1767 Page 533
10573 Secondly, We may look upon it as an angry passionate question, a question carrying in it highest indignation; Secondly, We may look upon it as an angry passionate question, a question carrying in it highest Indignation; ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j j n1, dt n1 vvg p-acp pn31 js n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1768 Page 533
10574 What man is like Job? who so vaine, rash, foolish and inconsiderate as he? I have scarce the patience to speake or think of him. What man is like Job? who so vain, rash, foolish and inconsiderate as he? I have scarce the patience to speak or think of him. r-crq n1 vbz av-j np1? r-crq av j, j, j cc j c-acp pns31? pns11 vhb av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f pno31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1768 Page 533
10575 Thirdly, We may take it as an admiring question; Thirdly, We may take it as an admiring question; ord, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1769 Page 533
10576 What man is like Job? It is a thing unheard of, even a stupendious prodigie, that a man should be or doe as Job. All sorts of men abstaine from or decline, What man is like Job? It is a thing unheard of, even a stupendious prodigy, that a man should be or do as Job. All sorts of men abstain from or decline, r-crq n1 vbz av-j np1? pn31 vbz dt n1 j pp-f, av dt j n1, cst dt n1 vmd vbi cc vdb c-acp n1. d n2 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp cc vvi, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1769 Page 533
10577 yea scorne scorning ('tis a thing so unbecoming man) but chiefly they that are great, noble and honourable, such as Job hath been in his time, yet he is turned scorner. yea scorn scorning (it's a thing so unbecoming man) but chiefly they that Are great, noble and honourable, such as Job hath been in his time, yet he is turned scorner. uh vvb vvg (pn31|vbz dt n1 av j n1) p-acp av-jn pns32 cst vbr j, j cc j, d c-acp n1 vhz vbn p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vbz vvn n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1769 Page 533
10578 As if he had sayd, Who hath heard the like? was there ever such a man heard of, who either used such scornfull language against others, As if he had said, Who hath herd the like? was there ever such a man herd of, who either used such scornful language against Others, p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, r-crq vhz vvn dt j? vbds a-acp av d dt n1 vvd pp-f, r-crq av-d vvd d j n1 p-acp n2-jn, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1769 Page 533
10579 or layd himselfe so open to the scorne and contempt of others! What man is like Job, Who drinketh up scorning like water? That's matter of admiration; or laid himself so open to the scorn and contempt of Others! What man is like Job, Who Drinketh up scorning like water? That's matter of admiration; cc vvd px31 av j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn! q-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz a-acp vvg av-j n1? d|vbz n1 pp-f n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1769 Page 533
11404 And he hath charged me to build him a house in Jerusalem, which is in Judah; And he hath charged me to built him a house in Jerusalem, which is in Judah; cc pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz p-acp np1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 576
10580 Elihu might have found out many other matters, wherein Job had no fellow, no parallel, scarce any like him in the world; Elihu might have found out many other matters, wherein Job had no fellow, no parallel, scarce any like him in the world; np1 vmd vhi vvn av d j-jn n2, c-crq np1 vhd dx n1, dx n1, av-j d vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1770 Page 533
10581 who so afflicted, so humbled, so broken, so deserted by his owne relations, so vexed with friends and comforters like Job? But he doth not put the question upon his sufferings, but upon his sin; who so afflicted, so humbled, so broken, so deserted by his own relations, so vexed with Friends and Comforters like Job? But he does not put the question upon his sufferings, but upon his since; r-crq av vvn, av vvn, av vvn, av vvn p-acp po31 d n2, av vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 av-j np1? p-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1770 Page 533
10582 What man is like Job, who drinketh up scorning, &c. Drinking is here used metaphorically, What man is like Job, who Drinketh up scorning, etc. Drinking is Here used metaphorically, r-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz a-acp vvg, av vvg vbz av vvn av-j, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1770 Page 533
10583 and so likewise are eating, devouring, and swallowing up often used in Scripture, to denote that which is done to be done with much greediness, and with a kind of delight. and so likewise Are eating, devouring, and swallowing up often used in Scripture, to denote that which is done to be done with much greediness, and with a kind of delight. cc av av vbr vvg, j-vvg, cc vvg a-acp av vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz vdn pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1770 Page 534
10584 And whereas there is a threefold measure or degree of drinking; First, soberly, or for necessity: And whereas there is a threefold measure or degree of drinking; First, soberly, or for necessity: cc cs pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg; ord, av-j, cc p-acp n1: (23) chapter (DIV2) 1770 Page 534
10585 Secondly, plentifully or for moderate delight; Thirdly, excessively, or for drunkenness, and the satisfying of a lust. Secondly, plentifully or for moderate delight; Thirdly, excessively, or for Drunkenness, and the satisfying of a lust. ord, av-j cc p-acp j n1; ord, av-j, cc p-acp n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1770 Page 534
10586 This third seemeth to be here intended, even an excessive drinking of scorne, till he was as a drunken or mad-man with it, This third seems to be Here intended, even an excessive drinking of scorn, till he was as a drunken or madman with it, d ord vvz pc-acp vbi av vvn, av dt j n-vvg pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt j cc n1 p-acp pn31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1770 Page 534
10587 or (as we say) mad drunke; For the text saith, What man is like Job, who drinketh up scorning. or (as we say) mad drunk; For the text Says, What man is like Job, who Drinketh up scorning. cc (c-acp pns12 vvb) j vvn; c-acp dt n1 vvz, q-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz a-acp vvg. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1770 Page 534
10588 He doth not only tast it a little, and sip at the scorners cup, but drinks it up to a drop, or to the bottome. He drinketh up scorning. He does not only taste it a little, and sip At the Scorner's cup, but drinks it up to a drop, or to the bottom. He Drinketh up scorning. pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pn31 dt j, cc vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc-acp vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1. pns31 vvz a-acp vvg. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1770 Page 534
10589 And that's a strange kind of drink, one of the worst if not altogether the worst of Natures brewing. And that's a strange kind of drink, one of the worst if not altogether the worst of Nature's brewing. cc d|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, crd pp-f dt js cs xx av dt js pp-f ng1 vvg. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1771 Page 534
10590 Scorning may be taken 2 ways, either passively or actively; some take it in a passive signification; Scorning may be taken 2 ways, either passively or actively; Some take it in a passive signification; vvg vmb vbi vvn crd n2, av-d av-j cc av-j; d vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1771 Page 534
10591 What man is like Job, who drinketh up scorning like water? that is, who is so scorned, What man is like Job, who Drinketh up scorning like water? that is, who is so scorned, r-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz a-acp vvg av-j n1? cst vbz, r-crq vbz av vvn, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1771 Page 534
10592 or who subjecteth himselfe to the scorn of men as he hath done. or who subjecteth himself to the scorn of men as he hath done. cc r-crq vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp pns31 vhz vdn. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1771 Page 534
10593 What wise or discreete man did ever lay himself so naked, so open to contempt as he? or who like him would render himselfe so ridiculous, such a laughing stock to all his hearers, who are but rationall and understanding men? It cannot be denied (nor doth Elihu in speaking thus coursely of him deny it) but that Job, moved doubtless by the holy Ghost, had spoken many excellent things, full of divine light and learning, What wise or discreet man did ever lay himself so naked, so open to contempt as he? or who like him would render himself so ridiculous, such a laughing stock to all his hearers, who Are but rational and understanding men? It cannot be denied (nor does Elihu in speaking thus coursely of him deny it) but that Job, moved doubtless by the holy Ghost, had spoken many excellent things, full of divine Light and learning, q-crq j cc j n1 vdd av vvi px31 av j, av j p-acp n1 c-acp pns31? cc q-crq av-j pno31 vmd vvi px31 av j, d dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d po31 n2, r-crq vbr cc-acp j cc j-vvg n2? pn31 vmbx vbi vvn (cc vdz np1 p-acp vvg av av-j pp-f pno31 vvi pn31) p-acp d n1, vvd av-j p-acp dt j n1, vhd vvn d j n2, j pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1771 Page 534
10594 yet moved with passion, he spake sometimes much amisse, and is charged for it, as if like a shameless person, he had proffered himselfe, by lavish and intemperate language to the lash of every tongue. yet moved with passion, he spoke sometime much amiss, and is charged for it, as if like a shameless person, he had proffered himself, by lavish and intemperate language to the lash of every tongue. av vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vvd av av-d av, cc vbz vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp cs av-j dt j n1, pns31 vhd vvn px31, p-acp j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1771 Page 534
10595 Secondly, Scorning may be taken actively; Secondly, Scorning may be taken actively; ord, vvg vmb vbi vvn av-j; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1772 Page 534
10596 What man is like Job, who drinketh scorning like water? That is, where shall we find such a scorner? who hath uttered so many reproachfull speeches, What man is like Job, who Drinketh scorning like water? That is, where shall we find such a scorner? who hath uttered so many reproachful Speeches, r-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz vvg av-j n1? cst vbz, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi d dt n1? q-crq vhz vvn av d j n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1772 Page 534
11625 yea for him to doe any thing that is not righteous, were to act against himselfe, yea for him to do any thing that is not righteous, were to act against himself, uh p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi d n1 cst vbz xx j, vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1942 Page 586
10597 as Job? He drinketh scorning, as if he thought he could never fill himselfe enough with scorning. as Job? He Drinketh scorning, as if he Thought he could never fill himself enough with scorning. c-acp np1? pns31 vvz vvg, c-acp cs pns31 vvd pns31 vmd av-x vvi px31 d p-acp vvg. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1772 Page 534
10598 This interpretation may have a a double reference. This Interpretation may have a a double Referente. d n1 vmb vhi dt dt j-jn n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1772 Page 534
10599 First, To his friends, who it seemes, were very sensible that he put scornes upon them. First, To his Friends, who it seems, were very sensible that he put scorns upon them. ord, p-acp po31 n2, r-crq pn31 vvz, vbdr av j cst pns31 vvd n2 p-acp pno32. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1773 Page 534
10600 Zophar complaineth of it ( Chap: 11.3.) When thou mockest shall no man make thee ashamed; Zophar Complaineth of it (Chap: 11.3.) When thou Mockest shall no man make thee ashamed; np1 vvz pp-f pn31 (n1: crd.) c-crq pns21 vv2 vmb dx n1 vvi pno21 j; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1773 Page 534
10601 As if he had sayd, when thou hast mocked and derided us, shall we let thee alone, As if he had said, when thou hast mocked and derided us, shall we let thee alone, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn cc vvn pno12, vmb pns12 vvi pno21 av-j, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1773 Page 534
10602 and say nothing? shall we suffer our selves to be abused and passe it by in silence? ought we not to tell thee of it, and say nothing? shall we suffer our selves to be abused and pass it by in silence? ought we not to tell thee of it, cc vvb pix? vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvi pn31 p-acp p-acp n1? vmd pns12 xx pc-acp vvi pno21 pp-f pn31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1773 Page 534
10603 and rebuke thee for it openly, and to thy face, that thou mayest see thy error and be ashamed of it? and rebuke thee for it openly, and to thy face, that thou Mayest see thy error and be ashamed of it? cc vvi pno21 c-acp pn31 av-j, cc p-acp po21 n1, cst pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 cc vbi j pp-f pn31? (23) chapter (DIV2) 1773 Page 535
10604 Secondly, (which is yet higher, and I judge too high) his scorning is referred by some to the dealings and providences of God, as if he had spoken of them with a kind of scorne, at least with that irreverence, Secondly, (which is yet higher, and I judge too high) his scorning is referred by Some to the dealings and providences of God, as if he had spoken of them with a kind of scorn, At least with that irreverence, ord, (r-crq vbz av jc, cc pns11 vvb av j) po31 vvg vbz vvn p-acp d p-acp dt n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f np1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ds p-acp d n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1774 Page 535
10605 and slightness of spirit, which Eliphaz did early and earnestly admonish him of ( Chap: 5.17.) Despise not thou the chastning of the Lord; and slightness of Spirit, which Eliphaz did early and earnestly admonish him of (Chap: 5.17.) Despise not thou the chastening of the Lord; cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vdd av-j cc av-j vvi pno31 a-acp (n1: crd.) vvb xx pns21 dt vvg pp-f dt n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1774 Page 535
10606 and which the Apostle cals The exhortation, which speaketh unto us as unto children (Heb: 12.5.) My son despise not thou the chastening of the Lord. and which the Apostle calls The exhortation, which speaks unto us as unto children (Hebrew: 12.5.) My son despise not thou the chastening of the Lord. cc r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp p-acp n2 (n1: crd.) po11 n1 vvb xx pns21 dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1774 Page 535
10607 Thus also Elihu may in a qualified sence be understood charging Job with drinking up scorning like water. Thus also Elihu may in a qualified sense be understood charging Job with drinking up scorning like water. av av np1 vmb p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vbi vvn vvg np1 p-acp vvg a-acp vvg av-j n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1774 Page 535
10608 As if upon the whole matter he had sayd, Job hath drunke scorne till he is almost drunken with it, at least, he is so full of it, that he powres it out upon every one that comes neare him, As if upon the Whole matter he had said, Job hath drunk scorn till he is almost drunken with it, At least, he is so full of it, that he Powers it out upon every one that comes near him, c-acp cs p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns31 vhd vvn, np1 vhz vvn n1 c-acp pns31 vbz av j p-acp pn31, p-acp ds, pns31 vbz av j pp-f pn31, cst pns31 n2 pn31 av p-acp d pi cst vvz av-j pno31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1774 Page 535
10609 and which is worst of all, he speakes so unbecomingly, that we shall not much wrong him, and which is worst of all, he speaks so unbecomingly, that we shall not much wrong him, cc r-crq vbz js pp-f d, pns31 vvz av av-vvg, cst pns12 vmb xx d vvi pno31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1774 Page 535
10610 if we say he hath spoken or acted despisingly (which is a degree of speaking or acting scornefully) concerning the chastenings of God upon him. if we say he hath spoken or acted despisingly (which is a degree of speaking or acting scornfully) Concerning the chastenings of God upon him. cs pns12 vvb pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd av-vvg (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg av-j) vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1774 Page 535
10611 Further, When 'tis said, He drinketh scorning like water. It may imply three things; Further, When it's said, He Drinketh scorning like water. It may imply three things; jc, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, pns31 vvz vvg av-j n1. pn31 vmb vvi crd n2; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1775 Page 535
10612 First, the frequency of his scorning, he doth it commonly, he is at scorning as often as at drinking; First, the frequency of his scorning, he does it commonly, he is At scorning as often as At drinking; ord, dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, pns31 vdz pn31 av-j, pns31 vbz p-acp vvg a-acp av c-acp p-acp vvg; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1776 Page 535
10613 Secondly, the content which he was supposed to take in scorning, water cooleth and refresheth the heated and wearied body: Secondly, the content which he was supposed to take in scorning, water cooleth and refresheth the heated and wearied body: ord, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, n1 vvz cc vvz dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1: (23) chapter (DIV2) 1776 Page 535
10614 Thirdly, it may note the easiness or naturallness of it to him. To drinke is naturall to man, it puts him to no paines nor study. Thirdly, it may note the easiness or naturallness of it to him. To drink is natural to man, it puts him to no pains nor study. ord, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno31. p-acp n1 vbz j p-acp n1, pn31 vvz pno31 p-acp dx n2 ccx n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1776 Page 535
10615 We say proverbially of that which a man doth without trouble; He doth it as easily as he drinkes. We say proverbially of that which a man does without trouble; He does it as Easily as he drinks. pns12 vvb av-j pp-f d r-crq dt n1 vdz p-acp n1; pns31 vdz pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvz. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1776 Page 535
11626 even against his owne being and blessednesse, who is God blessed for evermore. even against his own being and blessedness, who is God blessed for evermore. av p-acp po31 d vbg cc n1, r-crq vbz np1 vvn p-acp av. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1942 Page 586
10616 But of this word drinking and drinking like water, the reader may see more upon those words ( Chap: 15.16.) Man drinketh iniquity like water. But of this word drinking and drinking like water, the reader may see more upon those words (Chap: 15.16.) Man Drinketh iniquity like water. p-acp pp-f d n1 vvg cc vvg av-j n1, dt n1 vmb vvi av-dc p-acp d n2 (n1: crd.) n1 vvz n1 av-j n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1776 Page 535
10617 Once more, whereas Elihu saith of Job, He drinketh scorning like water. Some have made a criticall observation or distinction about it; Once more, whereas Elihu Says of Job, He Drinketh scorning like water. some have made a critical observation or distinction about it; a-acp av-dc, cs np1 vvz pp-f n1, pns31 vvz vvg av-j n1. d vhb vvn dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1777 Page 535
10618 Elihu doth not say, he drinketh scorning like wine, but like water; They who are provoked or led on to sin by the delight and sweetness which they find in sin, are sayd to drink it like wine (Prov: 4.17.) They drink the wine of violence; Elihu does not say, he Drinketh scorning like wine, but like water; They who Are provoked or led on to since by the delight and sweetness which they find in since, Are said to drink it like wine (Curae: 4.17.) They drink the wine of violence; np1 vdz xx vvi, pns31 vvz vvg av-j n1, p-acp j vvi; pns32 r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j n1 (np1: crd.) pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 535
10619 or they drink violence like wine. It goeth downe sweetly and pleasantly; or they drink violence like wine. It Goes down sweetly and pleasantly; cc pns32 vvb n1 av-j n1. pn31 vvz a-acp av-j cc av-j; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10620 But (say they) such as sin, not out of pleasure but out of will or out of an affected maliciousness, are sayd to drink iniquity like water, which hath little pleasure in it, little sweetness or tast in it. But (say they) such as since, not out of pleasure but out of will or out of an affected maliciousness, Are said to drink iniquity like water, which hath little pleasure in it, little sweetness or taste in it. cc-acp (vvb pns32) d p-acp n1, xx av pp-f n1 p-acp av pp-f n1 cc av pp-f dt j-vvn n1, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1 av-j n1, r-crq vhz j n1 p-acp pn31, j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10621 There's small savour in water comparatively to wine and other delicate or delicious liquors. There's small savour in water comparatively to wine and other delicate or delicious Liquors. pc-acp|vbz j n1 p-acp n1 av-j p-acp n1 cc j-jn j cc j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10622 So that (according to this notion) they drink iniquity like water, who sin for sins sake. So that (according to this notion) they drink iniquity like water, who since for Sins sake. av d (vvg p-acp d n1) pns32 vvb n1 av-j n1, r-crq n1 p-acp n2 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10623 And indeed some are so delighted in sin it self, that they will sin in that which yeilds them no delight. And indeed Some Are so delighted in since it self, that they will sin in that which yields them not delight. cc av d vbr av vvn p-acp n1 pn31 n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d r-crq vvz pno32 xx vvi. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10624 The very act of doing evill is more contentfull to them, then any fruit or consequent of it. The very act of doing evil is more contentful to them, then any fruit or consequent of it. dt j n1 pp-f vdg n-jn vbz av-dc j p-acp pno32, cs d n1 cc j pp-f pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10625 But we need not stay in this nicity, the generall sence falls hard enough upon Job, to drink scorning like water, is to be much and often in scorning. But we need not stay in this nicity, the general sense falls hard enough upon Job, to drink scorning like water, is to be much and often in scorning. cc-acp pns12 vvb xx vvi p-acp d n1, dt j n1 vvz j av-d p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi vvg av-j n1, vbz pc-acp vbi av-d cc av p-acp vvg. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10626 Water is the cheapest liquor, and of most common use; Water is the cheapest liquour, and of most Common use; n1 vbz dt js n1, cc pp-f ds j n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10627 every man can goe to the price of that which costs nothing (in most places) but the labour of taking it up. every man can go to the price of that which costs nothing (in most places) but the labour of taking it up. d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvz pix (p-acp ds n2) p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31 a-acp. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10628 What man is like Job, that drinketh scorning like water? What man is like Job, that Drinketh scorning like water? q-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, cst vvz vvg av-j n1? (23) chapter (DIV2) 1778 Page 536
10629 Taking the words in a passive sence, as Job was a person scorned, and drunk in the scornes of men powred upon him, Taking the words in a passive sense, as Job was a person scorned, and drunk in the scorns of men poured upon him, vvg dt n2 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp n1 vbds dt n1 vvd, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp pno31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1779 Page 536
10630 as the earth drinketh in water. Note. as the earth Drinketh in water. Note. c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp n1. n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1779 Page 536
10631 He behaveth himselfe unlike a man, that layeth himselfe open to, and readily admits the scorne of men. He behaveth himself unlike a man, that Layeth himself open to, and readily admits the scorn of men. pns31 vvz px31 av-j dt n1, cst vvz px31 j p-acp, cc av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1780 Page 536
10632 It is an affliction to be scorned by others; It is an affliction to be scorned by Others; pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1781 Page 536
10633 But it is a sin to render our selves a scorne to others, and not to be sencible of it. But it is a since to render our selves a scorn to Others, and not to be sensible of it. cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc xx pc-acp vbi j pp-f pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1781 Page 536
10634 Secondly, (which I rather adhere to) taking the active sence, he is charged with speaking scornfully to his friends, Secondly, (which I rather adhere to) taking the active sense, he is charged with speaking scornfully to his Friends, ord, (r-crq pns11 av-c vvb pc-acp) vvg dt j n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvg av-j p-acp po31 n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1782 Page 536
10635 or of the dealings of God with him; how farre this charge might reach Job, hath been toucht a little already; or of the dealings of God with him; how Far this charge might reach Job, hath been touched a little already; cc pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno31; c-crq av-j d n1 vmd vvi np1, vhz vbn vvn dt j av; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1782 Page 536
10636 and will be cleared yet further before the close of the whole matter brought against him in this context. and will be cleared yet further before the close of the Whole matter brought against him in this context. cc vmb vbi vvn av av-jc p-acp dt j pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1782 Page 536
10637 But in the meane time, from the general sence of the words (not concluding Job broadly such a one) Observe. But in the mean time, from the general sense of the words (not concluding Job broadly such a one) Observe. p-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 (xx vvg np1 av-j d dt pi) vvb. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1782 Page 536
10638 Scorners are the vilest sort of men. What man is like Job, who drinketh scorning? Not to doe good is sinfull, Scorner's Are the Vilest sort of men. What man is like Job, who Drinketh scorning? Not to do good is sinful, ng1 vbr dt js n1 pp-f n2. q-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz vvg? xx pc-acp vdi j vbz j, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1783 Page 536
10639 but either to scorn that which is good or those that are good is farre more sinfull. but either to scorn that which is good or those that Are good is Far more sinful. cc-acp av-d pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j cc d cst vbr j vbz av-j av-dc j. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 536
10640 That man is gone his furthest length, or ascended to the highest step of sin, who turneth scorner, That man is gone his furthest length, or ascended to the highest step of since, who turns scorner, cst n1 vbz vvn po31 js n1, cc vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 536
10641 or gives himselfe a liberty to scorne others. or gives himself a liberty to scorn Others. cc vvz px31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10642 The first words of David speake this ( Psal: 1.1.) Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsell of the ungodly, The First words of David speak this (Psalm: 1.1.) Blessed is the man that walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, dt ord n2 pp-f np1 vvb d (np1: crd.) vvn vbz dt n1 cst vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10643 nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornfull. Here are three degrees of sinning; walking, standing, sitting: nor Stands in the Way of Sinners, nor Sitteth in the seat of the scornful. Here Are three Degrees of sinning; walking, standing, sitting: ccx vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, ccx vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. av vbr crd n2 pp-f vvg; vvg, vvg, vvg: (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10644 He that sitteth in the seate of the scornfull, or hath commenced scorner, hath taken the highest degree, He that Sitteth in the seat of the scornful, or hath commenced scorner, hath taken the highest degree, pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc vhz vvn n1, vhz vvn dt js n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10645 and is the chiefe Graduate in the Schooles of sin. and is the chief Graduate in the Schools of since. cc vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10646 And as to sit in the seate of the scornfull, is the highest degree of sinning, And as to fit in the seat of the scornful, is the highest degree of sinning, cc c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, vbz dt js n1 pp-f vvg, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10647 so they that are got into that seat, care not how long they sit in it, so they that Are god into that seat, care not how long they fit in it, av pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp d n1, vvb xx c-crq av-j pns32 vvb p-acp pn31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10648 yea, are hardly ever got out of it. yea, Are hardly ever god out of it. uh, vbr av av vvn av pp-f pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10649 So much that chiding question or expostulation of Solomon doth fully import ( Prov. 1.22.) Ye scorners, how long will ye delight in scorning? As if he had sayd, So much that chiding question or expostulation of Solomon does Fully import (Curae 1.22.) You Scorner's, how long will you delight in scorning? As if he had said, av d d j-vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-j n1 (np1 crd.) pn22 n2, c-crq av-j vmb pn22 vvi p-acp vvg? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10650 When shall it once be? will ye never have done, nor give over that trade? Scorners are therefore the worst of men, When shall it once be? will you never have done, nor give over that trade? Scorner's Are Therefore the worst of men, c-crq vmb pn31 a-acp vbb? vmb pn22 av-x vhb vdn, ccx vvi p-acp d n1? ng1 vbr av dt js pp-f n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10651 because they deride the best both of things and men ( Prov: 21.24.) Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath. Because they deride the best both of things and men (Curae: 21.24.) Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who deals in proud wrath. c-acp pns32 vvi dt js d pp-f n2 cc n2 (np1: crd.) j cc j n1 vbz po31 n1, r-crq vvz p-acp j n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10652 Scorners are the children of pride. A proud spirit vents it selfe in scorning. Scorner's Are the children of pride. A proud Spirit vents it self in scorning. ng1 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1. dt j n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp vvg. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10653 Pride doth not appeare so much in apparrell, in gay clothes and new fangled fashions (all which are often used as flaggs of pride and vanity) nor doth pride appeare so much in praising our selves (though there it appeareth much) as it doth in scorning others. Proud scorner is his name. Pride does not appear so much in apparel, in gay clothes and new fangled fashions (all which Are often used as flags of pride and vanity) nor does pride appear so much in praising our selves (though there it appears much) as it does in scorning Others. Proud scorner is his name. n1 vdz xx vvi av av-d p-acp n1, p-acp j n2 cc j j-vvn n2 (d r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1) ccx vdz n1 vvi av av-d p-acp vvg po12 n2 (cs a-acp pn31 vvz d) c-acp pn31 vdz p-acp vvg n2-jn. j n1 vbz po31 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10654 And as the scorner is a proud despiser of others, so a quarrelsome contender with others, And as the scorner is a proud despiser of Others, so a quarrelsome contender with Others, cc p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn, av dt j j p-acp n2-jn, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10655 and till he is separated from men, there is nothing but separation, no peace among men ( Prov: 22.10.) Cast out the scorner, and contention shall goe out; and till he is separated from men, there is nothing but separation, no peace among men (Curae: 22.10.) Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; cc c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1, dx n1 p-acp n2 (np1: crd.) vvd av dt n1, cc n1 vmb vvi av; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10656 yea strife and reproach shall cease; which plainly intimateth, that strife cannot goe out till the scorner be cast out. yea strife and reproach shall cease; which plainly intimateth, that strife cannot go out till the scorner be cast out. uh n1 cc n1 vmb vvi; r-crq av-j vvz, cst n1 vmbx vvi av p-acp dt n1 vbb vvn av. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10677 Though a good man may be in the company of the wicked, yet he doth not choose their company; Though a good man may be in the company of the wicked, yet he does not choose their company; cs dt j n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, av pns31 vdz xx vvi po32 n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10657 And therefore Solomon (Pro: 24.9.) calleth the scorner an abomination to man. Thus the Scripture sets the scorner among sinners of the chiefest rank and first forme; And Therefore Solomon (Pro: 24.9.) calls the scorner an abomination to man. Thus the Scripture sets the scorner among Sinners of the chiefest rank and First Form; cc av np1 (np1: crd.) vvz dt n1 dt n1 p-acp n1. av dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f dt js-jn n1 cc ord n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10658 I may say, he is of the first three, if not the first of that three. I may say, he is of the First three, if not the First of that three. pns11 vmb vvi, pns31 vbz pp-f dt ord crd, cs xx dt ord pp-f d crd. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10659 Therefore take heed how ye drinke scorning, especially take heed it be not your mornings draught; Therefore take heed how you drink scorning, especially take heed it be not your morning's draught; av vvb n1 c-crq pn22 vvb vvg, av-j vvb n1 pn31 vbb xx po22 ng1 n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10660 for as it comes from the heart, so it will fly up into your head, and unfit you for any good worke, at least, that day. for as it comes from the heart, so it will fly up into your head, and unfit you for any good work, At least, that day. c-acp c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp po22 n1, cc j pn22 p-acp d j n1, p-acp ds, cst n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1784 Page 537
10661 Againe, from the similitude here used, to drink up scorning like water, which (as hath been shewed) holds out the readiness and connaturallness of an action unto him that is charged with it. Note. Again, from the similitude Here used, to drink up scorning like water, which (as hath been showed) holds out the readiness and connaturallness of an actium unto him that is charged with it. Note. av, p-acp dt n1 av vvn, pc-acp vvi a-acp vvg av-j n1, r-crq (c-acp vhz vbn vvn) vvz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31. n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1785 Page 537
10662 The more easily any one sinneth, the greater is his sin. It is best to come hardly off in sinning, and when it goeth hardly downe; The more Easily any one Sinneth, the greater is his since. It is best to come hardly off in sinning, and when it Goes hardly down; dt av-dc av-j d pi vvz, dt jc vbz po31 n1. pn31 vbz js pc-acp vvi av a-acp p-acp vvg, cc c-crq pn31 vvz av a-acp; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1786 Page 537
10663 Many sin as easily as they eat or drink. Many since as Easily as they eat or drink. d n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb cc vvi. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1787 Page 538
10664 They eat up my people as bread, (saith God, Psal: 14.4.) that is (as we say) they make no bones of it; They eat up my people as bred, (Says God, Psalm: 14.4.) that is (as we say) they make no bones of it; pns32 vvb a-acp po11 n1 p-acp n1, (vvz np1, np1: crd.) cst vbz (c-acp pns12 vvb) pns32 vvb dx n2 pp-f pn31; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1787 Page 538
10665 there's nothing stickes in their throats, nor troubles their conscience. there's nothing sticks in their throats, nor Troubles their conscience. pc-acp|vbz pix vvz p-acp po32 n2, ccx vvz po32 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1787 Page 538
10666 Where sin lives altogether unmorti••ed in any man (it doth so in every meere naturall or unregenerate man) 'tis no more to him to sin, Where since lives altogether unmorti••ed in any man (it does so in every mere natural or unregenerate man) it's no more to him to since, q-crq n1 vvz av vvn p-acp d n1 (pn31 vdz av p-acp d j j cc j n1) pn31|vbz dx dc p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1787 Page 538
10667 then it is either to live, or to eate and drink for the maintaining of life. then it is either to live, or to eat and drink for the maintaining of life. cs pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1787 Page 538
10668 But they shall feele sorest paines for sinning, who have sinned with greatest ease; But they shall feel Sorest pains for sinning, who have sinned with greatest ease; p-acp pns32 vmb vvi js n2 p-acp vvg, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp js n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1787 Page 538
10669 they shall drinke dammage by scorning like Gall ▪ and Wormewood, who have drunke scorning like water, Elihu having thus taxed Job with scorning at good men, proceeds to tax him with overmuch freedome and familiarity with evill men. they shall drink damage by scorning like Gall ▪ and Wormwood, who have drunk scorning like water, Elihu having thus taxed Job with scorning At good men, proceeds to Tax him with overmuch freedom and familiarity with evil men. pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp vvg av-j n1 ▪ cc n1, r-crq vhb vvn vvg av-j n1, np1 vhg av vvn np1 p-acp vvg p-acp j n2, vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp av n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1787 Page 538
10670 Vers. 8. Which goeth in company with the wor•••s of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men. Vers. 8. Which Goes in company with the wor•••s of iniquity, and walks with wicked men. np1 crd r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1787 Page 538
10671 As if he had sayd, you may know what he is, by the company he keepes. As if he had said, you may know what he is, by the company he keeps. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn22 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vbz, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1788 Page 538
10672 He goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, or he associates and puts himselfe into the society of the workers of iniquity. Elihu doth not say, he dwelleth among the workers of iniquity; He Goes in company with the workers of iniquity, or he associates and puts himself into the society of the workers of iniquity. Elihu does not say, he dwells among the workers of iniquity; pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pns31 n2 cc vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. np1 vdz xx vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10673 The best man in the world may dwell among bad men; The best man in the world may dwell among bad men; dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp j n2; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10674 Let dwelt in Sodome. We must goe out of the world, if we will not be among the wicked; Let dwelled in Sodom. We must go out of the world, if we will not be among the wicked; vvb vvn p-acp np1. pns12 vmb vvi av pp-f dt n1, cs pns12 vmb xx vbi p-acp dt j; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10675 the world is every where full of the workers of iniquity. But (saith he) he goeth in company with them. the world is every where full of the workers of iniquity. But (Says he) he Goes in company with them. dt n1 vbz d c-crq j pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. cc-acp (vvz pns31) pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10676 Which intimates the activenes of his spirit with them; yea the election of his spirit, or that he chose their company. Which intimates the activeness of his Spirit with them; yea the election of his Spirit, or that he chosen their company. r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32; uh dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc cst pns31 vvd po32 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10679 A wicked man doth not content himselfe to be among the ordinary sort of sinners, he is for, A wicked man does not content himself to be among the ordinary sort of Sinners, he is for, dt j n1 vdz xx vvi px31 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vbz p-acp, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10680 and best likes the worst of sinners, workers of iniquity. All are sinners naturally, but some are sinners artificially; and best likes the worst of Sinners, workers of iniquity. All Are Sinners naturally, but Some Are Sinners artificially; cc av-js vvz dt js pp-f n2, n2 pp-f n1. d vbr n2 av-j, cc-acp d vbr n2 av-j; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10681 they study sin, they contrive and plot mischiefe; They devise iniquity upon their beds, saith one Scripture; they study since, they contrive and plot mischief; They devise iniquity upon their Beds, Says one Scripture; pns32 vvb n1, pns32 vvi cc vvi n1; pns32 vvb n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvz crd n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10682 They weave the spiders webb, saith another. Here's artificiall sinning. The Greekes call such, sin-workers, and crafts-men in evill. They weave the spiders web, Says Another. Here's artificial sinning. The Greeks call such, sin-workers, and craftsmen in evil. pns32 vvb dt ng1 n1, vvz j-jn. av|vbz j vvg. dt njp2 vvb d, n2, cc n2 p-acp j-jn. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10683 I have had occasion to speake of these from other passages of this Booke. I have had occasion to speak of these from other passages of this Book. pns11 vhb vhn n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 538
10684 Here Elihu to highten the charge against Job, saith, He goeth in company with (such or chooseth such kind of company) the workers of iniquity; And walketh with wicked men. Here Elihu to heighten the charge against Job, Says, He Goes in company with (such or chooses such kind of company) the workers of iniquity; And walks with wicked men. av np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp (av cc vvz d n1 pp-f n1) dt n2 pp-f n1; cc vvz p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1789 Page 539
10685 As our holinesse is expressed by walking with God, so our sinfullnesse by walking with wicked men. As our holiness is expressed by walking with God, so our sinfullnesse by walking with wicked men. p-acp po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg p-acp np1, av po12 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10686 To walk with God is all the commendation of Enoch, who was so holy on earth that God tooke him up to Heaven, ( Gen. 5.22.) He had this testimony (faith the Apostle, Heb. 11.15.) before his translation, that he pleased God. To walk with God is all the commendation of Enoch, who was so holy on earth that God took him up to Heaven, (Gen. 5.22.) He had this testimony (faith the Apostle, Hebrew 11.15.) before his Translation, that he pleased God. p-acp n1 p-acp np1 vbz d dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds av j p-acp n1 cst np1 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp n1, (np1 crd.) pns31 vhd d n1 (n1 dt n1, np1 crd.) p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vvd np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10687 To walk with God, is to please God, or to give up our selves wholly to God. To walk with God, is to please God, or to give up our selves wholly to God. p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vbz pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 av-jn p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10688 Can two walk together except they be agreed? is the Prophets question, ( Amos 3.3.) They who walke together are supposed to have one will, Can two walk together except they be agreed? is the prophets question, (Amos 3.3.) They who walk together Are supposed to have one will, vmb crd n1 av c-acp pns32 vbb vvn? vbz dt ng1 n1, (np1 crd.) pns32 r-crq vvb av vbr vvn pc-acp vhi crd n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10689 as they are seen to have one way. as they Are seen to have one Way. c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi crd n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10690 What God willeth they will, and what God willeth not, they will not who walk with him. What God wills they will, and what God wills not, they will not who walk with him. q-crq np1 vvz pns32 vmb, cc r-crq np1 vvz xx, pns32 vmb xx r-crq vvb p-acp pno31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10691 To walk with wicked men implyeth an agreement with them, and a conformity to them, as being of their fraternity, company and livery. To walk with wicked men Implies an agreement with them, and a conformity to them, as being of their fraternity, company and livery. p-acp vvb p-acp j n2 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc dt n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp vbg pp-f po32 n1, n1 cc n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10692 They that walk with wicked men, declare their familiarity with them, or that their mind and manners are the same. They that walk with wicked men, declare their familiarity with them, or that their mind and manners Are the same. pns32 cst vvb p-acp j n2, vvb po32 n1 p-acp pno32, cc cst po32 n1 cc n2 vbr dt d. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10693 The Apostle tells the Corinthians (1 Cor. 3.2.) Whereas there is among you envying, strife and divisions, are ye not carnall and walk as men, that is, The Apostle tells the Corinthians (1 Cor. 3.2.) Whereas there is among you envying, strife and divisions, Are you not carnal and walk as men, that is, dt n1 vvz dt np1 (crd np1 crd.) cs pc-acp vbz p-acp pn22 vvg, n1 cc n2, vbr pn22 xx j cc vvi p-acp n2, cst vbz, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10694 as men in their naturall and sinfull condition walke. Though ye are spirituall in your state, yet ye act as carnall men. as men in their natural and sinful condition walk. Though you Are spiritual in your state, yet you act as carnal men. c-acp n2 p-acp po32 j cc j n1 vvi. cs pn22 vbr j p-acp po22 n1, av pn22 n1 c-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10695 Now, as it is sinfull for a godly man to walke as a man, or according to man, (as our Margin hath it, Now, as it is sinful for a godly man to walk as a man, or according to man, (as our Margin hath it, av, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp n1, (p-acp po12 n1 vhz pn31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10696 for he should walk as God ) so it is much more sinfull to walk with wicked men, for he should walk as God) so it is much more sinful to walk with wicked men, c-acp pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1) av pn31 vbz d dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10697 or according to the worst of men. or according to the worst of men. cc vvg p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10736 He doth not say, you upon such and such a day kept evill company and conversed with men of wickednesse; He does not say, you upon such and such a day kept evil company and conversed with men of wickedness; pns31 vdz xx vvi, pn22 p-acp d cc d dt n1 vvd j-jn n1 cc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10737 but you have spoken much like the wicked in the day of your calamity. but you have spoken much like the wicked in the day of your calamity. cc-acp pn22 vhb vvn av-d av-j dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10698 Thus the Apostle describes the conversation of the Ephesians before conversion. ( Eph. 22.) And you hath he quickened who were dead in sins and trespasses, in which sometime ye walked according to the course of this World. Thus the Apostle describes the Conversation of the Ephesians before conversion. (Ephesians 22.) And you hath he quickened who were dead in Sins and Trespasses, in which sometime you walked according to the course of this World. av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt np1 p-acp n1. (np1 crd) cc pn22 vhz pns31 vvn r-crq vbdr j p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq av pn22 vvd vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10699 That is, according to the tide, current and streame of the times and places wherein ye lived. That is, according to the tide, current and stream of the times and places wherein you lived. cst vbz, vvg p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 c-crq pn22 vvd. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10700 Man naturally doth not walk where he ought to goe, but where he seeth the most goe. Man naturally does not walk where he ought to go, but where he sees the most go. n1 av-j vdz xx vvi c-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz dt av-ds vvi. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10701 He is led by the worst of examples (such are the examples of the most or of the many) rather then by the best of rules. He is led by the worst of Examples (such Are the Examples of the most or of the many) rather then by the best of rules. pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt js pp-f n2 (d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds cc pp-f dt d) av-c cs p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10702 It is our duty, and it should be our delight to walk with those who delight in the Law and in the way of God. It is our duty, and it should be our delight to walk with those who delight in the Law and in the Way of God. pn31 vbz po12 n1, cc pn31 vmd vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10703 David saith of his deceitfull friend, but reall enemy. ( Psal. 55.14.) We walked unto the house of God in company. David Says of his deceitful friend, but real enemy. (Psalm 55.14.) We walked unto the house of God in company. np1 vvz pp-f po31 j n1, cc-acp j n1. (np1 crd.) pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 539
10704 As if he had said, time was when he and I were as if he had been I, both of us but one, in that one thing necessary, the worship and service of God. As if he had said, time was when he and I were as if he had been I, both of us but one, in that one thing necessary, the worship and service of God. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, n1 vbds c-crq pns31 cc pns11 vbdr c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn pns11, d pp-f pno12 p-acp crd, p-acp d crd n1 j, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 540
10705 It is a good argument, that man hath an heart for God, who walks with good men in the wayes of God. It is a good argument, that man hath an heart for God, who walks with good men in the ways of God. pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvz p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 540
10706 To converse much with or to be much in the company of good men, is a probable signe of goodnesse; To converse much with or to be much in the company of good men, is a probable Signen of Goodness; p-acp n1 av-d p-acp cc pc-acp vbi av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 540
10707 but when we walke with them to the house and worship of God, or converse with them in the dutyes of holinesse, this is a great (though no infallible) argument of goodnesse. but when we walk with them to the house and worship of God, or converse with them in the duties of holiness, this is a great (though no infallible) argument of Goodness. cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, d vbz dt j (cs dx j) n1 pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 540
10708 And to be sure to walk with evill men, especially to joyne with them in doing evill is an argument that the man is evill. And to be sure to walk with evil men, especially to join with them in doing evil is an argument that the man is evil. cc pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2, av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp vdg n-jn vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vbz j-jn. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 540
10709 Therefore Elihu may seeme to bring a demonstration against Jobs godlinesse (that he intended it not so I shall shew afterwards, Therefore Elihu may seem to bring a demonstration against Jobs godliness (that he intended it not so I shall show afterwards, av np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 n1 (cst pns31 vvd pn31 xx av pns11 vmb vvi av, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 540
10710 but, I say, he seemes to say so) while he saith, Job walketh with wicked men. but, I say, he seems to say so) while he Says, Job walks with wicked men. cc-acp, pns11 vvb, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi av) cs pns31 vvz, np1 vvz p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1790 Page 540
10711 The Hebrew Phrase used in the Text is more then (as we expresse) wicked men, we may render it men of wickednesse; the Scripture calleth those men so who are (as it were) transformed into wickednesse, or formed up of wickednesse. The Hebrew Phrase used in the Text is more then (as we express) wicked men, we may render it men of wickedness; the Scripture calls those men so who Are (as it were) transformed into wickedness, or formed up of wickedness. dt njp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vbz av-dc cs (c-acp pns12 vvb) j n2, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 n2 pp-f n1; dt n1 vvz d n2 av r-crq vbr (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd a-acp pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1791 Page 540
10712 As some men are so witty, that we call them men of wit, and others so judicious that we call them men of judgment, as some are so skilfull and cunning, that we call them men of skill and cunning; As Some men Are so witty, that we call them men of wit, and Others so judicious that we call them men of judgement, as Some Are so skilful and cunning, that we call them men of skill and cunning; p-acp d n2 vbr av j, cst pns12 vvb pno32 n2 pp-f n1, cc n2-jn av j cst pns12 vvb pno32 n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d vbr av j cc j-jn, cst pns12 vvb pno32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n-jn; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1791 Page 540
10713 so some are so wicked, that the Scripture calls them men of wickednesse; even with these very dregs of mankind, it seemes Job consorted. so Some Are so wicked, that the Scripture calls them men of wickedness; even with these very dregs of mankind, it seems Job consorted. av d vbr av j, cst dt n1 vvz pno32 n2 pp-f n1; av p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz n1 vvn. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1791 Page 540
10714 He goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men. He Goes in company with the workers of iniquity, and walks with wicked men. pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1791 Page 540
10801 when thou shalt enlarge my heart. when thou shalt enlarge my heart. c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi po11 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1803 Page 544
10715 But here it may be questioned, was it indeed so with Job, or was Job such a man as he is expresly charged to be both in this and the former verse? Did Elihu judge him a scorner, a companion of the workers of iniquity, But Here it may be questioned, was it indeed so with Job, or was Job such a man as he is expressly charged to be both in this and the former verse? Did Elihu judge him a scorner, a Companion of the workers of iniquity, cc-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, vbds pn31 av av p-acp n1, cc vbds np1 d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi av-d p-acp d cc dt j n1? vdd np1 vvb pno31 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1792 Page 540
10716 and a walker with men of wickednesse? Doubtlesse that's not Elihu 's scope or intention; and a walker with men of wickedness? Doubtless that's not Elihu is scope or intention; cc dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1? av-j d xx np1 vbz n1 cc n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1792 Page 540
10717 nor could he imagine that Job, in strict sence, was either a scorner of good men, nor could he imagine that Job, in strict sense, was either a scorner of good men, ccx vmd pns31 vvi d n1, p-acp j n1, vbds d dt n1 pp-f j n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1792 Page 540
10718 or chose the company of wicked men. or chosen the company of wicked men. cc vvd dt n1 pp-f j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1792 Page 540
10719 And surely all that knew Job could certifie (upon their knowledge) that he was a man of a gracious spirit and unblemisht life; And surely all that knew Job could certify (upon their knowledge) that he was a man of a gracious Spirit and unblemished life; cc av-j d cst vvd np1 vmd vvi (p-acp po32 n1) cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc j n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1792 Page 540
10720 that he loved good men and sweetly conversed with them, and therefore was farre from closing with deboyst companions, that he loved good men and sweetly conversed with them, and Therefore was Far from closing with deboyst Sodales, cst pns31 vvd j n2 cc av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cc av vbds av-j p-acp vvg p-acp j-vvn n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1792 Page 540
10721 or men of a profligate spirit. or men of a profligate Spirit. cc n2 pp-f dt n1 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1792 Page 540
10722 Why then doth Elihu speak thus? or spake he the words of truth and sobriety while he spake thus? Why then does Elihu speak thus? or spoke he the words of truth and sobriety while he spoke thus? uh-crq av vdz np1 vvb av? cc vvd pns31 dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cs pns31 vvd av? (23) chapter (DIV2) 1792 Page 540
10723 I answer, this forme of speaking doth not alwayes import a likenesse of conversation and disposition, I answer, this Form of speaking does not always import a likeness of Conversation and disposition, pns11 vvb, d n1 pp-f vvg vdz xx av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 540
10724 as sometimes it doth, ( Prov. 1.11, 15.) Come with us, and cast in thy lot among us, let us all have one purse. as sometime it does, (Curae 1.11, 15.) Come with us, and cast in thy lot among us, let us all have one purse. c-acp av pn31 vdz, (np1 crd, crd) vvb p-acp pno12, cc vvd p-acp po21 n1 p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 d vhb crd n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10725 My son, walk not thou in the way with them, refraine thy foot from their path; My son, walk not thou in the Way with them, refrain thy foot from their path; po11 n1, vvb xx pns21 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, vvb po21 n1 p-acp po32 n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10726 that is, doe not hearken to the call of those workers of iniquity. that is, do not harken to the call of those workers of iniquity. cst vbz, vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10727 Here in the Text to goe in company with the workers of iniquity, and to walke with wicked men, notes only the doing or speaking that which carryeth some likenesse to them, not a being altogether like them. Here in the Text to go in company with the workers of iniquity, and to walk with wicked men, notes only the doing or speaking that which Carrieth Some likeness to them, not a being altogether like them. av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, n2 av-j dt vdg cc vvg d r-crq vvz d n1 p-acp pno32, xx dt vbg av av-j pno32. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10728 A man is said to goe and walke with others, when he speaks or doth that which seemes to suite and favour their principles, opinions or practices, A man is said to go and walk with Others, when he speaks or does that which seems to suit and favour their principles, opinions or practices, dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n2-jn, c-crq pns31 vvz cc vdz d r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc vvi po32 n2, n2 cc n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10729 though in truth they are the abhorrence of his soul. though in truth they Are the abhorrence of his soul. cs p-acp n1 pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10730 Elihu durst not, could not assert directly and properly that Job, who was a man famous for piety in the dayes of his prosperity, Elihu durst not, could not assert directly and properly that Job, who was a man famous for piety in the days of his Prosperity, np1 vvd xx, vmd xx vvb av-j cc av-j d n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10731 and who in his affliction had not the least degree of ability or opportunity for it, walked with wicked men: and who in his affliction had not the least degree of ability or opportunity for it, walked with wicked men: cc r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vhd xx dt ds n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, vvd p-acp j n2: (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10732 But because in the anguish of his soul he spake sometimes intemperately of the dealings of God (which is the guise, spiri•, But Because in the anguish of his soul he spoke sometime intemperately of the dealings of God (which is the guise, spiri•, cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vvd av av-j pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 (r-crq vbz dt n1, n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10733 and common language, in such cases, of wicked and ungodly men) therefore he chargeth him as symbolizing or complying with men of wickednesse. and Common language, in such cases, of wicked and ungodly men) Therefore he charges him as symbolizing or complying with men of wickedness. cc j n1, p-acp d n2, pp-f j cc j n2) av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10734 So that when Elihu saith, he goeth with wicked men, he doth not accuse him for keeping bad company in his prosperity; So that when Elihu Says, he Goes with wicked men, he does not accuse him for keeping bad company in his Prosperity; av cst c-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp j n2, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno31 p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10735 but with speaking hardly of God in his adversity, as ungodly men use to doe, when they are under his hand. but with speaking hardly of God in his adversity, as ungodly men use to do, when they Are under his hand. cc-acp p-acp vvg av pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp j n2 vvb pc-acp vdi, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp po31 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10738 That this was his scope appeares plainly by the proofe of this charge, which is also a new charge ( vers. 9.) For he hath said, it profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. That this was his scope appears plainly by the proof of this charge, which is also a new charge (vers. 9.) For he hath said, it profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. cst d vbds po31 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz av dt j n1 (fw-la. crd) c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10739 Elihu doth not say, Job walketh with wicked men, for we have seen him in their company, Elihu does not say, Job walks with wicked men, for we have seen him in their company, np1 vdz xx vvi, n1 vvz p-acp j n2, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp po32 n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10740 and he hath been as vaine and wicked as they. But his proofe that Job walked with the wicked was from his words; and he hath been as vain and wicked as they. But his proof that Job walked with the wicked was from his words; cc pns31 vhz vbn a-acp j cc j c-acp pns32. p-acp po31 n1 cst n1 vvd p-acp dt j vbds p-acp po31 n2; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10741 For he hath said it profiteth a man nothing, &c. This is the language of the wicked, For he hath said it profiteth a man nothing, etc. This is the language of the wicked, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31 vvz dt n1 pix, av d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10742 thus they use to speak about the wayes of God; and Job hath spoken thus; thus they use to speak about the ways of God; and Job hath spoken thus; av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; cc np1 vhz vvn av; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10743 therefore, What man is like Job that drinketh scorning like water, which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men. Therefore, What man is like Job that Drinketh scorning like water, which Goes in company with the workers of iniquity, and walks with wicked men. av, q-crq n1 vbz j n1 cst vvz vvg av-j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10744 I need not stay here to shew how great an evill it is to keepe evill company, I need not stay Here to show how great an evil it is to keep evil company, pns11 vvb xx vvi av pc-acp vvi c-crq j dt j-jn pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi j-jn n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10745 for that was not the sin which Job was accused of. Yet from the letter of the Text, Note first. for that was not the since which Job was accused of. Yet from the Letter of the Text, Note First. p-acp d vbds xx dt n1 r-crq np1 vbds vvn pp-f. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 ord. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1793 Page 541
10746 To associate with wicked men, or to chuse wicked men for our company, is the mark of a wicked man. To associate with wicked men, or to choose wicked men for our company, is the mark of a wicked man. p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, cc pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po12 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1794 Page 542
10747 A godly man may be among wicked men, but he doth not chuse their company. He while with them is as Lot was in Sodom, his righteous soule is vexed. A godly man may be among wicked men, but he does not choose their company. He while with them is as Lot was in Sodom, his righteous soul is vexed. dt j n1 vmb vbi p-acp j n2, cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi po32 n1. pns31 n1 p-acp pno32 vbz p-acp n1 vbds p-acp np1, po31 j n1 vbz vvn. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10748 A godly man is among wicked men, as his graces are among his corruptions; A godly man is among wicked men, as his graces Are among his corruptions; dt j n1 vbz p-acp j n2, c-acp po31 n2 vbr p-acp po31 n2; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10749 as his humility is with his pride, his faith with his unbeliefe, these are all in his soul at once, as his humility is with his pride, his faith with his unbelief, these Are all in his soul At once, c-acp po31 n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, d vbr d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp a-acp, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10750 but his faith doth alwayes strive against his unbeliefe, his humility opposeth his pride, his grace of self-deniall, resists his self-seeking, his meekness his passions, but his faith does always strive against his unbelief, his humility Opposeth his pride, his grace of self-denial, resists his self-seeking, his meekness his passion, cc-acp po31 n1 vdz av vvi p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1 vvz po31 n1, po31 n1 pp-f n1, vvz po31 j, po31 n1 po31 n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10751 and his patience the unquietness of spirit. and his patience the unquietness of Spirit. cc po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10752 A godly man is pained in the company of wicked men, as David was ( Psal: 120.5.) Woe is me that I sojourn in Mesech, A godly man is pained in the company of wicked men, as David was (Psalm: 120.5.) Woe is me that I sojourn in Mesech, dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp np1 vbds (np1: crd.) n1 vbz pno11 cst pns11 vvb p-acp vvb, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10753 and dwell in the tents of Kedar. David was there but he did not delight to be there. and dwell in the tents of Kedar. David was there but he did not delight to be there. cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. np1 vbds a-acp p-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vbi a-acp. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10754 To associate with the wicked is proper to the wicked. To associate with the wicked is proper to the wicked. p-acp n1 p-acp dt j vbz j p-acp dt j. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10755 The Apostle gives that caution ( Eph: 5.11.) Have no fellowship with the unfruitfull works of darkness, but rather reprove them. The Apostle gives that caution (Ephesians: 5.11.) Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. dt n1 vvz d n1 (np1: crd.) vhb dx n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av-c vvi pno32. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10756 Seeing the works of darkness are unfruitfull of any good, it must needs be bad to have followship with them. Seeing the works of darkness Are unfruitful of any good, it must needs be bad to have Fellowship with them. vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr j pp-f d j, pn31 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno32. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10757 As we must not at all joyn with wicked men in spirituall communion or Church-fellowship (2 Cor: 6.14.) Be not unequally yoaked with unbelievers; As we must not At all join with wicked men in spiritual communion or Church fellowship (2 Cor: 6.14.) Be not unequally yoked with unbelievers; c-acp pns12 vmb xx p-acp d vvb p-acp j n2 p-acp j n1 cc n1 (crd fw-la: crd.) vbb xx av-j vvn p-acp n2; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10823 But Job had spoken words, which (unless taken in a very favourable construction) might beare this censure. But Job had spoken words, which (unless taken in a very favourable construction) might bear this censure. p-acp np1 vhd vvn n2, r-crq (cs vvn p-acp dt j j n1) vmd vvi d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 545
10758 for what communion hath light with darkness, and Christ with Belial, &c. Come out from among them, and touch no uncleane thing. for what communion hath Light with darkness, and christ with Belial, etc. Come out from among them, and touch no unclean thing. p-acp r-crq n1 vhz n1 p-acp n1, cc np1 p-acp np1, av vvb av p-acp p-acp pno32, cc vvb dx j n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10759 So we should have as little civill communion or fellowship with them as we can; So we should have as little civil communion or fellowship with them as we can; av pns12 vmd vhi p-acp j j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp pns12 vmb; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10760 and when we are necessitated to have civill communion with them, we must utterly avoyd all sinfull communion with them, that is, communion with them in their sins. and when we Are necessitated to have civil communion with them, we must utterly avoid all sinful communion with them, that is, communion with them in their Sins. cc c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi j n1 p-acp pno32, pns12 vmb av-j vvi d j n1 p-acp pno32, cst vbz, n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10761 It is both a shame to Gospel profession and a great offence to the sincere professors of the Gospel, It is both a shame to Gospel profession and a great offence to the sincere professors of the Gospel, pn31 vbz d dt n1 p-acp n1 n1 cc dt j n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10762 when they who professe it are much in the company of the workers of iniquity, and walke with wicked men. when they who profess it Are much in the company of the workers of iniquity, and walk with wicked men. c-crq pns32 r-crq vvb pn31 vbr d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1795 Page 542
10763 Secondly, From the matter of the charge, Observe. Secondly, From the matter of the charge, Observe. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1796 Page 542
10764 While godly men behave themselves like wicked men, they may be sayd to goe in company with them. While godly men behave themselves like wicked men, they may be said to go in company with them. n1 j n2 vvi px32 av-j j n2, pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1797 Page 542
10765 This heavy charge falls justly upon them whether they demeane themselves in their affliction (as Job in some sort did) like the wicked, This heavy charge falls justly upon them whither they demean themselves in their affliction (as Job in Some sort did) like the wicked, d j n1 vvz av-j p-acp pno32 cs pns32 vvb px32 p-acp po32 n1 (c-acp np1 p-acp d n1 vdd) av-j dt j, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10766 or in the dayes of their fullness and prosperity. or in the days of their fullness and Prosperity. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10767 If we speake or doe like wicked men, we have our amends in our hands if we are numbred with them, If we speak or do like wicked men, we have our amends in our hands if we Are numbered with them, cs pns12 vvb cc vdi av-j j n2, pns12 vhb po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2 cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10768 though we are not really of their number. though we Are not really of their number. cs pns12 vbr xx av-j pp-f po32 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10769 Some good men when they have got much of the world about them make but an ill use of it. some good men when they have god much of the world about them make but an ill use of it. d j n2 c-crq pns32 vhb vvn d pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10770 Are wicked rich men proud? so are they in a great measure, you may see vanity in their houses, are wicked rich men proud? so Are they in a great measure, you may see vanity in their houses, vbr j j n2 j? av vbr pns32 p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10771 and superfluity upon their tables, as if they also were making provision for the flesh to fullfill the lusts thereof. and superfluity upon their tables, as if they also were making provision for the Flesh to fulfil the Lustiest thereof. cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp cs pns32 av vbdr vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 av. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10772 Now if a godly man, when he hath the abundance of this world makes himselfe more unfit for the next world; Now if a godly man, when he hath the abundance of this world makes himself more unfit for the next world; av cs dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz px31 dc j p-acp dt ord n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10773 is he not in this like the wicked? or if when God layeth him low, he be full of complainings and have risings of heart against the dealings of God; is he not in this like the wicked? or if when God Layeth him low, he be full of complainings and have risings of heart against the dealings of God; vbz pns31 xx p-acp d av-j dt j? cc cs c-crq np1 vvz pno31 av-j, pns31 vbb j pp-f n2-vvg cc vhi n2-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10774 what is this but to do like the wicked, who in their straits quarrell with God, what is this but to do like the wicked, who in their straits quarrel with God, r-crq vbz d p-acp pc-acp vdi av-j dt j, r-crq p-acp po32 n2 vvi p-acp np1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10775 & blaspheme his name? ( Isa: 8. ult.) When they are hungry and hard bestead, they curse their God and their King. Thus the wicked doe; & Blaspheme his name? (Isaiah: 8. ult.) When they Are hungry and hard besteaded, they curse their God and their King. Thus the wicked doe; cc vvi po31 n1? (np1: crd n1.) c-crq pns32 vbr j cc av-j vvn, pns32 vvb po32 n1 cc po32 n1. av dt j n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10776 and it was the Devills plot to make Job do so too; and it was the Devils plot to make Job do so too; cc pn31 vbds dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 vdb av av; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10777 and because in the extremity of his sufferings he spake such things as savour'd of a murmuring spirit, Elihu taxeth him as walking with wicked men. and Because in the extremity of his sufferings he spoke such things as savoured of a murmuring Spirit, Elihu Taxes him as walking with wicked men. cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 pns31 vvd d n2 c-acp vvn pp-f dt j-vvg n1, np1 vvz pno31 p-acp vvg p-acp j n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10778 For as when wicked men act and speake like good men, it may be sayd they goe in the company with the godly, For as when wicked men act and speak like good men, it may be said they go in the company with the godly, p-acp p-acp c-crq j n2 vvi cc vvi av-j j n2, pn31 vmb vbi vvn pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10824 He spake thus, in a manner, while he at once justified himselfe so much, and cryed out as much of the hard dealings of God wich him. He spoke thus, in a manner, while he At once justified himself so much, and cried out as much of the hard dealings of God which him. pns31 vvd av, p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 p-acp a-acp vvn px31 av d, cc vvd av p-acp d pp-f dt j n2-vvg pp-f np1 r-crq pno31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 545
10779 and walke with the workers of righteousness, though they are starke nought all the while, being (as the Apostle gives their character, Tit: 1.16.) Abominable, disobedient, and unto every good worke reprobate; and walk with the workers of righteousness, though they Are stark nought all the while, being (as the Apostle gives their character, Tit: 1.16.) Abominable, disobedient, and unto every good work Reprobate; cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vbr av-j pix d dt n1, vbg (c-acp dt n1 vvz po32 n1, n1: crd.) j, j, cc p-acp d j n1 j-jn; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10780 So some good men under temptation act and speak like the wicked, yet retaine their goodness, So Some good men under temptation act and speak like the wicked, yet retain their Goodness, av d j n2 p-acp n1 n1 cc vvi av-j dt j, av vvb po32 n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10781 and are as to the generall state of their persons, and bent of their hearts, acceptable, obedient, and Are as to the general state of their Persons, and bent of their hearts, acceptable, obedient, cc vbr a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvn pp-f po32 n2, j, j, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10782 and enclined to every good worke. and inclined to every good work. cc vvd p-acp d j n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10783 It will doe the wicked no good at last, that they have thus gone in company with the good; It will do the wicked no good At last, that they have thus gone in company with the good; pn31 vmb vdi dt j av-dx j p-acp ord, cst pns32 vhb av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10784 but it is very sinfull for and hurtfull to good men, to goe in company or walk with wicked men, but it is very sinful for and hurtful to good men, to go in company or walk with wicked men, cc-acp pn31 vbz av j p-acp cc j p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp j n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10785 though it be but (as Elihu makes his proofe of it against Job ) only in using their Sibboleth, or speaking a language like theirs. though it be but (as Elihu makes his proof of it against Job) only in using their Sibboleth, or speaking a language like theirs. cs pn31 vbi cc-acp (c-acp np1 vvz po31 n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp np1) av-j p-acp vvg po32 vvz, cc vvg dt n1 av-j png32. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10786 Vers. 9. For he hath sayd, it profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himselfe with God. Vers. 9. For he hath said, it profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. np1 crd c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1798 Page 543
10787 I shall, First, open the words a little, and then, Secondly, inquire, (as of the former) how Job might fall under this accusation. I shall, First, open the words a little, and then, Secondly, inquire, (as of the former) how Job might fallen under this accusation. pns11 vmb, ord, vvb dt n2 dt j, cc av, ord, vvb, (c-acp pp-f dt j) q-crq np1 vmd vvi p-acp d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1799 Page 543
10788 He hath sayd, it prositeth a man nothing. That is, a man shall get nothing, or have no advantage by it. He hath said, it prositeth a man nothing. That is, a man shall get nothing, or have no advantage by it. pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix. cst vbz, dt n1 vmb vvi pix, cc vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1799 Page 544
10789 As Christ saith ( Mark 8.36.) What shall it profit a man to gaine the whole world, As christ Says (Mark 8.36.) What shall it profit a man to gain the Whole world, p-acp np1 vvz (vvb crd.) q-crq vmb pn31 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1800 Page 544
10790 and lose his owne soule? But what was this trade which Elihu accuseth Job to have called unprofitable? Surely that which of all others is most profitable. and loose his own soul? But what was this trade which Elihu Accuseth Job to have called unprofitable? Surely that which of all Others is most profitable. cc vvi po31 d n1? cc-acp r-crq vbds d n1 r-crq np1 vvz n1 pc-acp vhi vvn j? np1 cst r-crq pp-f d n2-jn vbz av-ds j. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1800 Page 544
10791 It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himselfe with God. This goes deep; It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. This Goes deep; pn31 vvz dt n1 pix cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1. d vvz av-jn; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1800 Page 544
10792 Elihu doth not tax him with saying it profiteth a man nothing to doe this or that good, which God commandeth, Elihu does not Tax him with saying it profiteth a man nothing to do this or that good, which God commands, np1 vdz xx vvi pno31 p-acp vvg pn31 vvz dt n1 pix pc-acp vdi d cc d j, r-crq np1 vvz, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1801 Page 544
10793 but (which is more) that he should delight himselfe with God. but (which is more) that he should delight himself with God. cc-acp (r-crq vbz av-dc) d pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1801 Page 544
10794 The word rendred to delight, hath a three-fold signification, and all very full to this poynt and text. The word rendered to delight, hath a threefold signification, and all very full to this point and text. dt n1 vvn pc-acp vvi, vhz dt j n1, cc d av j p-acp d n1 cc n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1802 Page 544
10795 First, To run, which is the speed of our pace. First, To run, which is the speed of our pace. ord, pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1803 Page 544
10796 Thus the Septuagint render it, Although he run with God (Cant: 1.4.) By reason of the savour of thy good oyntments, Thus the septuagint render it, Although he run with God (Cant: 1.4.) By reason of the savour of thy good ointments, av dt n1 vvb pn31, cs pns31 vvb p-acp np1 (n1: crd.) p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 j n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1803 Page 544
10797 therefore doe the virgins love thee, draw us and we will run after thee. To run is more then to walk. Therefore do the Virgins love thee, draw us and we will run After thee. To run is more then to walk. av vdb dt n2 vvb pno21, vvb pno12 cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno21. pc-acp vvi vbz dc cs pc-acp vvi. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1803 Page 544
10798 To walk with God, notes our observance of all holy duties, but to run the way of Gods commandements, notes us zealous in them and for them. To walk with God, notes our observance of all holy duties, but to run the Way of God's Commandments, notes us zealous in them and for them. p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vvz po12 n1 pp-f d j n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, vvz pno12 j p-acp pno32 cc p-acp pno32. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1803 Page 544
10799 To run, requires not only an honest heart, but a large one; To run, requires not only an honest heart, but a large one; p-acp vvi, vvz xx av-j dt j n1, cc-acp dt j pi; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1803 Page 544
10800 and therefore David sayd ( Psal: 119.32.) I will run the way of thy commandements, and Therefore David said (Psalm: 119.32.) I will run the Way of thy Commandments, cc av np1 vvd (np1: crd.) pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1803 Page 544
10802 Thou (saith Elihu to Job) hast sayd, (according to this reading of the word) it shall not profit a man though he run with God, though he make never so much speed in his work and wayes; Thou (Says Elihu to Job) hast said, (according to this reading of the word) it shall not profit a man though he run with God, though he make never so much speed in his work and ways; pns21 (vvz np1 p-acp np1) vh2 vvn, (vvg p-acp d n-vvg pp-f dt n1) pn31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 cs pns31 vvb p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vvb av-x av av-d vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n2; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1803 Page 544
10803 though he be (besides faithfull and upright) forward and active for God. though he be (beside faithful and upright) forward and active for God. cs pns31 vbb (p-acp j cc j) av-j cc j p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1803 Page 544
10804 Secondly, The word signifieth To have or be of the same will or mind with another. Secondly, The word signifies To have or be of the same will or mind with Another. ord, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi cc vbi pp-f dt d vmb cc n1 p-acp j-jn. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 544
10805 Thus also some render it here; Thus also Some render it Here; av av d vvb pn31 av; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 544
10806 It profiteth not a man, though he willeth with God, or be of the same mind with God. It profiteth not a man, though he wills with God, or be of the same mind with God. pn31 vvz xx dt n1, cs pns31 vvz p-acp np1, cc vbi pp-f dt d n1 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 544
10807 The Apostle exhorts ( Phil: 2.5.) Let this mind be in you which was in Christ Jesus. The Apostle exhorts (Philip: 2.5.) Let this mind be in you which was in christ jesus. dt n1 vvz (np1: crd.) vvb d n1 vbi p-acp pn22 r-crq vbds p-acp np1 np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 544
10808 To will is an internall motion, to run an externall; To will is an internal motion, to run an external; p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 544
10809 How fast soever a man may run with God in outward actings, yet, possibly, he doth not will with God at all, How fast soever a man may run with God in outward actings, yet, possibly, he does not will with God At all, c-crq av-j av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, av, av-j, pns31 vdz xx n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 544
10810 nor hath a mind conformable to the mind of God. nor hath a mind conformable to the mind of God. ccx vhz dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 544
10811 The hypocrite is thus set out ( Psal: 50.18, 19.) When thou sawest a thiefe, thou consentedst with him, &c. Thou hadst a mind to be a thiefe as well as he. One wicked man minds and wills the same things with another, The hypocrite is thus Set out (Psalm: 50.18, 19.) When thou Sawest a thief, thou consentedst with him, etc. Thou Hadst a mind to be a thief as well as he. One wicked man minds and wills the same things with Another, dt n1 vbz av vvn av (np1: crd, crd) c-crq pns21 vvd2 dt n1, pns21 vvd2 p-acp pno31, av pns21 vhd2 dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-acp av c-acp pns31. crd j n1 n2 cc vvz dt d n2 p-acp j-jn, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 545
10812 and all godly men will the same things with God. and all godly men will the same things with God. cc d j n2 vmb dt d n2 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 545
10813 Yet (saith Job) it shall not profit a man, though he have the same will with God, Yet (Says Job) it shall not profit a man, though he have the same will with God, av (vvz np1) pn31 vmb xx vvi dt n1, cs pns31 vhb dt d vmb p-acp np1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 545
10814 or though he willeth the same good things which God himselfe willeth. or though he wills the same good things which God himself wills. cc cs pns31 vvz dt d j n2 r-crq np1 px31 vvz. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1804 Page 545
10815 Thirdly, The word (according to our translation) signifieth more then barely to will, it takes in the affections and joyes of the soule. Thirdly, The word (according to our Translation) signifies more then barely to will, it Takes in the affections and Joys of the soul. ord, dt n1 (vvg p-acp po12 n1) vvz av-dc cs av-j p-acp n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1805 Page 545
10816 He that delighteth in God, hath sweet content and complacency in God, he not only approves of all the sayings and doings of God, he not only followeth his counsell, He that delights in God, hath sweet content and complacency in God, he not only approves of all the sayings and doings of God, he not only follows his counsel, pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1, vhz j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, pns31 xx av-j vvz pp-f d dt n2-vvg cc n2-vdg pp-f np1, pns31 xx av-j vvz po31 n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1805 Page 545
10817 and his conduct, but is highly pleased and fully satisfied in God. Delight is the rest of the soule. and his conduct, but is highly pleased and Fully satisfied in God. Delight is the rest of the soul. cc po31 n1, cc-acp vbz av-j vvn cc av-j vvn p-acp np1. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1805 Page 545
10818 When we delight in God, and find every act of obedience our joy and our song, our meat and our drink, When we delight in God, and find every act of Obedience our joy and our song, our meat and our drink, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi d n1 pp-f n1 po12 n1 cc po12 n1, po12 n1 cc po12 n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1805 Page 545
10819 then the heart is wound up to the highest pitch of holiness. then the heart is wound up to the highest pitch of holiness. cs dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1805 Page 545
10820 And therefore as his heart is fallen downe to the lowest pitch of unholiness, who sayth, it profiteth a man nothing to serve God, And Therefore as his heart is fallen down to the lowest pitch of unholiness, who say, it profiteth a man nothing to serve God, cc av c-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix pc-acp vvi np1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1805 Page 545
10821 so is his much more who saith, What shall it profit a man though he delight in God? so is his much more who Says, What shall it profit a man though he delight in God? av vbz po31 d dc r-crq vvz, q-crq vmb pn31 vvi dt n1 cs pns31 vvb p-acp np1? (23) chapter (DIV2) 1805 Page 545
10822 But here againe it may be queried, Where did Job say, that it should profit a man nothing though he delight himselfe with God? If you read his discourse all over, he never spake these words directly or explicitely, they are the language of hell. But Here again it may be queried, Where did Job say, that it should profit a man nothing though he delight himself with God? If you read his discourse all over, he never spoke these words directly or explicitly, they Are the language of hell. cc-acp av av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, q-crq vdd np1 vvb, cst pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pix cs pns31 vvb px31 p-acp np1? cs pn22 vvb po31 n1 d a-acp, pns31 av-x vvd d n2 av-j cc av-j, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 545
10825 And while in many passages of this Booke he denieth that the godly have a present reward in this life, And while in many passages of this Book he Denieth that the godly have a present reward in this life, cc cs p-acp d n2 pp-f d n1 pns31 vvz cst dt j vhb dt j n1 p-acp d n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 545
10826 and also affirmeth that many wicked men injoy outward prosperity, and passe unpunished. and also Affirmeth that many wicked men enjoy outward Prosperity, and pass unpunished. cc av vvz cst d j n2 vvb j n1, cc vvi j. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 545
10827 These speeches might easily be interpreted (by common and carnal men especially) that, Job thought it an unprofitable thing to delight in God. These Speeches might Easily be interpreted (by Common and carnal men especially) that, Job Thought it an unprofitable thing to delight in God. np1 n2 vmd av-j vbi vvn (p-acp j cc j n2 av-j) cst, np1 vvd pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 545
10828 For if All things in this life come alike to all, to the godly, and to the wicked, what doth it profit a man (as to this life) that he should delight himselfe in God? who among the sons of men (that knoweth of no profit beyond this life) can delight himselfe in that, which brings no profit? Job also sayd ( Chap: 9.22.) God destroyeth the wicked and the righteous, that is, he afflicts the good as much as the bad, this was a principle which he held out all along. For if All things in this life come alike to all, to the godly, and to the wicked, what does it profit a man (as to this life) that he should delight himself in God? who among the Sons of men (that Knoweth of no profit beyond this life) can delight himself in that, which brings no profit? Job also said (Chap: 9.22.) God Destroyeth the wicked and the righteous, that is, he afflicts the good as much as the bad, this was a principle which he held out all along. p-acp cs d n2 p-acp d n1 vvb av-j p-acp d, p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j, q-crq vdz pn31 vvi dt n1 (c-acp p-acp d n1) cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1? q-crq p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 (cst vvz pp-f dx n1 p-acp d n1) vmb vvi px31 p-acp d, r-crq vvz dx n1? np1 av vvd (n1: crd.) np1 vvz dt j cc dt j, cst vbz, pns31 vvz dt j c-acp d c-acp dt j, d vbds dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd av d a-acp. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 545
10829 Now because the Scripture saith, He that cometh to God, must believe that God is, Now Because the Scripture Says, He that comes to God, must believe that God is, av p-acp dt n1 vvz, pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1, vmb vvi cst np1 vbz, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10830 and that he is a rewarder of those that diligently seek him (Heb: 11.6.) and (1 Tim: 4.8.) Godliness is profitable for all things, having the promise of the life that now is, and that he is a rewarder of those that diligently seek him (Hebrew: 11.6.) and (1 Tim: 4.8.) Godliness is profitable for all things, having the promise of the life that now is, cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst av-j vvi pno31 (n1: crd.) cc (vvd np1: crd.) n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, vhg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst av vbz, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10831 and of that which is to come; and of that which is to come; cc pp-f d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10832 (which Scriptures though not extant when Job lived, yet the truth contained in them was) Elihu might well be led into this apprehension, that Job had brought up an ill report upon the wayes of God, (which Scriptures though not extant when Job lived, yet the truth contained in them was) Elihu might well be led into this apprehension, that Job had brought up an ill report upon the ways of God, (r-crq n2 c-acp xx j c-crq np1 vvd, av dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32 vbds) np1 vmd av vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cst n1 vhd vvn a-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10833 as (in this life) unprofitable unto man. as (in this life) unprofitable unto man. c-acp (p-acp d n1) j p-acp n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10834 But though Job spake thus, yet he was farre from speaking this to justifie such an opinion, that there is no profit for a man to delight himselfe with God. But though Job spoke thus, yet he was Far from speaking this to justify such an opinion, that there is no profit for a man to delight himself with God. p-acp cs n1 vvd av, av pns31 vbds av-j p-acp vvg d pc-acp vvi d dt n1, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10835 His meaning was only this, that a man may want temporall present profit, notwithstanding his delighting in God. His meaning was only this, that a man may want temporal present profit, notwithstanding his delighting in God. po31 n1 vbds av-j d, cst dt n1 vmb vvi j j n1, c-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10836 He was full and positive enough, that they who now delight in God, besides the present inward peace and profit which they find and feele, shall hereafter be crowned with everlasting rewards and delights. He was full and positive enough, that they who now delight in God, beside the present inward peace and profit which they find and feel, shall hereafter be crowned with everlasting rewards and delights. pns31 vbds j cc j av-d, cst pns32 r-crq av n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt j j n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10837 Job should indeed have been more in justifying God, more in setting forth the present profitableness of his wayes in the practise of an holy life; Job should indeed have been more in justifying God, more in setting forth the present profitableness of his ways in the practice of an holy life; np1 vmd av vhi vbn av-dc p-acp vvg np1, av-dc p-acp vvg av dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10838 And because he was so sparing in this poynt, and insisted so often upon the afflictions of the people of God. And Because he was so sparing in this point, and insisted so often upon the afflictions of the people of God. cc c-acp pns31 vbds av vvg p-acp d n1, cc vvd av av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10839 Elihu chargeth him with saying, It profiteth a man nothing to delight himselfe with God. Hence note; First. Elihu charges him with saying, It profiteth a man nothing to delight himself with God. Hence note; First. np1 vvz pno31 p-acp vvg, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1. av vvi; ord. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1806 Page 546
10840 It is our duty, and the summe of all holy duties to delight our selves in God. It is our duty, and the sum of all holy duties to delight our selves in God. pn31 vbz po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1807 Page 546
10841 The very spirit of holiness consists in this; The very Spirit of holiness consists in this; dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp d; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1808 Page 546
10899 far be it from God, that he should doe wickednesse, and from the Almighty, that he should commit iniquity. Far be it from God, that he should do wickedness, and from the Almighty, that he should commit iniquity. av-j vbb pn31 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vdi n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1819 Page 550
10842 There is (as I may call it) a body of holiness, but if you would have the spirit of holiness (as by distillation we take the spirits of any liquor, There is (as I may call it) a body of holiness, but if you would have the Spirit of holiness (as by distillation we take the spirits of any liquour, pc-acp vbz (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31) dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp cs pn22 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1808 Page 546
10843 or of any thing that liquor and moysture hath in it, if, I say, we would have the spirits of holiness) 'tis delighting in God. or of any thing that liquour and moisture hath in it, if, I say, we would have the spirits of holiness) it's delighting in God. cc pp-f d n1 cst n1 cc n1 vhz p-acp pn31, cs, pns11 vvb, pns12 vmd vhi dt n2 pp-f n1) pn31|vbz vvg p-acp np1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1808 Page 546
10844 For as 'tis the spirit of sinfullness to delight in sin; so the spirit of Godliness is to delight in God. Note. For as it's the Spirit of sinfulness to delight in since; so the Spirit of Godliness is to delight in God. Note. p-acp c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1808 Page 546
10845 Secondly, To account the service of God unprofitable, is wickedness bordering upon blasphemy. Secondly, To account the service of God unprofitable, is wickedness bordering upon blasphemy. ord, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 j, vbz n1 vvg p-acp n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1809 Page 546
10846 Job himselfe is now charged with that, which he charged upon the wicked ( Chap: 21.15.) What is the Almighty that we should serve him? and what profit shall we have that we pray unto him? This grand prophanesse the Prophet rebukes ( Mal: 3.14.) Ye have said, It is in vaine to serve God, Job himself is now charged with that, which he charged upon the wicked (Chap: 21.15.) What is the Almighty that we should serve him? and what profit shall we have that we pray unto him? This grand profaneness the Prophet rebukes (Malachi: 3.14.) You have said, It is in vain to serve God, np1 px31 vbz av vvn p-acp d, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt j (n1: crd.) q-crq vbz dt j-jn cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31? cc q-crq n1 vmb pns12 vhi cst pns12 vvb p-acp pno31? d j n1 dt n1 n2 (fw-fr: crd.) pn22 vhb vvn, pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi np1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1810 Page 547
10847 and what profit is there that we have kept his ordinances? Thus the carnal heart, which would faine free or keepe it selfe from keeping the ordinances of God, is ready to question, and what profit is there that we have kept his ordinances? Thus the carnal heart, which would feign free or keep it self from keeping the ordinances of God, is ready to question, cc r-crq n1 vbz a-acp cst pns12 vhb vvn po31 n2? av dt j n1, r-crq vmd vvi j cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, vbz j pc-acp vvi, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1810 Page 547
10848 whether there be any profit in keeping them. whither there be any profit in keeping them. cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp vvg pno32. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1810 Page 547
10849 And while such seeme only to put the question, they indeed conclude, that there is no profit in keeping them; And while such seem only to put the question, they indeed conclude, that there is no profit in keeping them; cc cs d vvb av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns32 av vvi, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp vvg pno32; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1810 Page 547
10850 yet the truth is, the very keeping the ordinances of God, as it is an act of obedience to him, yet the truth is, the very keeping the ordinances of God, as it is an act of Obedience to him, av dt n1 vbz, dt j vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1810 Page 547
10851 and of communion with him is very profitable, though we should have no visible nor sensible profit by it. and of communion with him is very profitable, though we should have no visible nor sensible profit by it. cc pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 vbz av j, cs pns12 vmd vhi dx j ccx j n1 p-acp pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1810 Page 547
10852 In keeping the commandements of God, there is great reward (Psal: 19.11.) that is, the keeping of them is a reward, In keeping the Commandments of God, there is great reward (Psalm: 19.11.) that is, the keeping of them is a reward, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, a-acp vbz j n1 (np1: crd.) cst vbz, dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 vbz dt n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1810 Page 547
10853 as well as a reward is promised to those that keepe them. The Reader may consult this poynt further, at the 15th verse of the 21th Chapter. Note, Thirdly. as well as a reward is promised to those that keep them. The Reader may consult this point further, At the 15th verse of the 21th Chapter. Note, Thirdly. c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d cst vvb pno32. dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 av-jc, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1. n1, ord. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1810 Page 547
10854 Good men sometimes speak worse then they meane. Good men sometime speak Worse then they mean. j n2 av vvi av-jc cs pns32 vvb. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1811 Page 547
10855 Job never thought it was no profit to serve God, yet he had let fall words which might beare that glosse. Job never Thought it was no profit to serve God, yet he had let fallen words which might bear that gloss. np1 av-x vvd pn31 vbds dx n1 pc-acp vvi np1, av pns31 vhd vvn vvb n2 r-crq vmd vvi d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10856 As wicked men often speake better then they meane; As wicked men often speak better then they mean; p-acp j n2 av vvi av-jc cs pns32 vvb; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10857 They have golden words in their mouths, when there is nothing but dross in their hearts; They have golden words in their mouths, when there is nothing but dross in their hearts; pns32 vhb j n2 p-acp po32 n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10858 their words are smoother then oyle, yet they are drawne swords; their words Are smoother then oil, yet they Are drawn swords; po32 n2 vbr jc cs n1, av pns32 vbr vvn n2; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10859 their words sound well, while they wound deep, (now as a carnal man speakes often better then he meanes, their words found well, while they wound deep, (now as a carnal man speaks often better then he means, po32 n2 vvb av, cs pns32 vvb j-jn, (av c-acp dt j n1 vvz av av-jc cs pns31 vvz, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10860 and sometimes speakes purposely the best when he meanes worst) so a godly man speakes sometimes worse then he meanes, and sometime speaks purposely the best when he means worst) so a godly man speaks sometime Worse then he means, cc av vvz av dt js c-crq pns31 vvz js) av dt j n1 vvz av av-jc cs pns31 vvz, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10861 or he may speak ill when he intends nothing but good. or he may speak ill when he intends nothing but good. cc pns31 vmb vvi n-jn c-crq pns31 vvz pix cc-acp j. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10943 All the people of God are or should be innocent doves, like doves for innocency and gracious simplicity; All the people of God Are or should be innocent Dove, like Dove for innocency and gracious simplicity; d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr cc vmd vbi j-jn n2, av-j n2 p-acp n1 cc j n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1834 Page 552
10862 Holy David (which comes up fully to the sence of what Job is taxed for saying here) sayd (and what could he speak more unholyly) ( Psal: 73.15.) Verily I have cleansed my heart in vaine, &c. What language was here? would one think to heare David foule his mouth with such words as these? would one think, that such a word could have dropt from the mouth of David, whose mouth used to drop like an honey-comb, Holy David (which comes up Fully to the sense of what Job is taxed for saying Here) said (and what could he speak more unholily) (Psalm: 73.15.) Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain, etc. What language was Here? would one think to hear David foul his Mouth with such words as these? would one think, that such a word could have dropped from the Mouth of David, whose Mouth used to drop like an honeycomb, j np1 (r-crq vvz a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg av) vvd (cc r-crq vmd pns31 vvi av-dc av-j) (np1: crd.) av-j pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp j, av q-crq n1 vbds av? vmd pi vvi pc-acp vvi np1 j po31 n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp d? vmd pi vvi, cst d dt n1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vvd pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10863 & whose lips were wont to be like a tree of life feeding many? yet David in temptation, that is, in great affliction (for he there complaines that he was chastened every morning) spake thus with his tongue to the griefe of his heart a little after. & whose lips were wont to be like a tree of life feeding many? yet David in temptation, that is, in great affliction (for he there complains that he was chastened every morning) spoke thus with his tongue to the grief of his heart a little After. cc rg-crq n2 vbdr j pc-acp vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg d? av np1 p-acp n1, cst vbz, p-acp j n1 (c-acp pns31 a-acp vvz d pns31 vbds vvn d n1) vvd av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 dt j p-acp. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10864 The tongue is an unruly member, (as the Apostle James saith, Chap: 3.8.) The tongue can no man tame; The tongue is an unruly member, (as the Apostle James Says, Chap: 3.8.) The tongue can no man tame; dt n1 vbz dt j n1, (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, n1: crd.) dt n1 vmb dx n1 j; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 547
10865 we need a great command upon the heart to bridle the tongue, and tame that unruly beast. we need a great command upon the heart to bridle the tongue, and tame that unruly beast. pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb dt n1, cc vvi d j n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 548
10866 Many a good man hath been over-borne with his tongue. That little member hath sometimes crusht both soule and body very sorely. Many a good man hath been overborne with his tongue. That little member hath sometime crushed both soul and body very sorely. av-d dt j n1 vhz vbn j p-acp po31 n1. cst j n1 vhz av vvn d n1 cc n1 av av-j. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 548
10867 Jobs tongue fell heavily upon him. Observe. Fourthly, Inconsiderate words render us obnoxious to severest censures. Jobs tongue fell heavily upon him. Observe. Fourthly, Inconsiderate words render us obnoxious to Severest censures. n2 n1 vvd av-j p-acp pno31. vvb. ord, j n2 vvb pno12 j p-acp js n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1812 Page 548
10868 Thou hast sayd, It profiteth a man nothing to delight himselfe in God, is a very severe censure; Thou hast said, It profiteth a man nothing to delight himself in God, is a very severe censure; pns21 vh2 vvn, pn31 vvz dt n1 pix pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1, vbz dt av j n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1814 Page 548
10869 And though Joh did not deserve it fully, yet he might have expressed himselfe more commodiously and profitably. And though John did not deserve it Fully, yet he might have expressed himself more commodiously and profitably. cc cs np1 vdd xx vvi pn31 av-j, av pns31 vmd vhi vvn px31 av-dc av-j cc av-j. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1814 Page 548
10870 Just consequences from what we say, may be charged upon us as our sayings. Indeed to wier-draw words or straine consequences from them, is very unchristian. Just consequences from what we say, may be charged upon us as our sayings. Indeed to wier-draw words or strain consequences from them, is very unchristian. j n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2-vvg. av p-acp vvb n2 cc n1 n2 p-acp pno32, vbz av j. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1814 Page 548
10871 Some deale so with the holy Scriptures (2 Pet: 3.16.) Wresting them to their owne destruction; some deal so with the holy Scriptures (2 Pet: 3.16.) Wresting them to their own destruction; d n1 av p-acp dt j n2 (crd n1: crd.) vvg pno32 p-acp po32 d n1; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1814 Page 548
10872 They torture and stretch them upon the tenters to their owne hurt. They torture and stretch them upon the tenters to their own hurt. pns32 vvb cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 p-acp po32 d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1814 Page 548
10873 And to wrest a mans words, or as the Prophet speakes ( Isa: 29.21.) To make a man an offender for a word, is an act of great uncharitableness towards man, And to wrest a men words, or as the Prophet speaks (Isaiah: 29.21.) To make a man an offender for a word, is an act of great uncharitableness towards man, cc pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n2, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz (np1: crd.) pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1814 Page 548
10874 and to God an high offence (Not but that a man may be an offender for his words; and to God an high offence (Not but that a man may be an offender for his words; cc p-acp np1 dt j n1 (xx p-acp d dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1814 Page 548
10875 nor can a man be more truly an offender for any words, then when he speakes reproachfully or sleightly of the workes of God) But when men speak such words as are reall offences, nor can a man be more truly an offender for any words, then when he speaks reproachfully or slightly of the works of God) But when men speak such words as Are real offences, ccx vmb dt n1 vbi av-dc av-j dt n1 p-acp d n2, av c-crq pns31 vvz av-j cc av-j pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1) cc-acp c-crq n2 vvb d n2 c-acp vbr j n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1814 Page 548
10876 and yeild foule consequences, fairly, they must beare the burden. And that was Jobs case here. and yield foul consequences, fairly, they must bear the burden. And that was Jobs case Here. cc vvi j n2, av-j, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1. cc cst vbds n2 n1 av. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1814 Page 548
10877 But some may say, If Job never spake these words in termes, nor any words like them, with such an intent, But Some may say, If Job never spoke these words in terms, nor any words like them, with such an intent, p-acp d vmb vvi, cs n1 av-x vvd d n2 p-acp n2, ccx d n2 vvb pno32, p-acp d dt n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1815 Page 548
10900 For the work of a man shall he render unto him, and cause every man to find according to his wayes. For the work of a man shall he render unto him, and cause every man to find according to his ways. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1820 Page 550
10878 why doth he suffer Elihu to to accuse him, and not take off his accusation, nor give a word of answer for himselfe? Why did he not vindicate himselfe, or make his Apology? why does he suffer Elihu to to accuse him, and not take off his accusation, nor give a word of answer for himself? Why did he not vindicate himself, or make his Apology? q-crq vdz pns31 vvi np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi pno31, cc xx vvi a-acp po31 n1, ccx vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31? q-crq vdd pns31 xx vvi px31, cc vvi po31 n1? (23) chapter (DIV2) 1815 Page 548
10879 I answer, and my answer shall be the last note from this context. I answer, and my answer shall be the last note from this context. pns11 vvb, cc po11 n1 vmb vbi dt ord n1 p-acp d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1816 Page 548
10880 A godly man will rather beare more blame then he deserveth, then stand to excuse himselfe when he hath deserved any blame. A godly man will rather bear more blame then he deserveth, then stand to excuse himself when he hath deserved any blame. dt j n1 vmb av-c vvi av-dc n1 cs pns31 vvz, av vvb pc-acp vvi px31 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1816 Page 548
10881 Job replyed no more, spake no more, but to shew that he yeilded to what was sayd, Job replied no more, spoke no more, but to show that he yielded to what was said, np1 vvd av-dx av-dc, vvd av-dx av-dc, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vvd p-acp r-crq vbds vvn, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1817 Page 548
10882 and submitted to this dispensation of God in sending Elihu to charge him thus. and submitted to this Dispensation of God in sending Elihu to charge him thus. cc vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1817 Page 548
10883 He tooke more upon him then he had sayd, lest he should seeme to justifie any thing that he had sayd amisse. ( Chap: 40.5.) Once have I spoken, but I will not answer: He took more upon him then he had said, lest he should seem to justify any thing that he had said amiss. (Chap: 40.5.) Once have I spoken, but I will not answer: pns31 vvd av-dc p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn av. (n1: crd.) a-acp vhb pns11 vvn, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi: (23) chapter (DIV2) 1817 Page 549
10884 yea twice, but I will proceed no further. yea twice, but I will proceed no further. uh av, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1817 Page 549
10885 As if he had sayd, I will make no more pleas for my selfe, nor excuses, I will cry guilty to the whole matter of my charge, As if he had said, I will make no more pleasant for my self, nor excuses, I will cry guilty to the Whole matter of my charge, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc n2 p-acp po11 n1, ccx n2, pns11 vmb vvi j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1817 Page 549
10886 though I might cleare and discharge my selfe of much of it. though I might clear and discharge my self of much of it. cs pns11 vmd vvi cc vvi po11 n1 pp-f d pp-f pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1817 Page 549
10887 How far was the spirit of Job from theirs, who though charged with that only which they have directly done, How Far was the Spirit of Job from theirs, who though charged with that only which they have directly done, c-crq av-j vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp png32, r-crq cs vvn p-acp cst av-j r-crq pns32 vhb av-j vdn, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1817 Page 549
10888 or spoken, yet stand it out in pleading their excuse, and will never fall downe before reproofes, or spoken, yet stand it out in pleading their excuse, and will never fallen down before reproofs, cc vvn, av vvb pn31 av p-acp vvg po32 n1, cc vmb av-x vvi a-acp p-acp n2, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1817 Page 549
10889 though what they have done or spoken amisse, be so plaine, that it needs no proofe. though what they have done or spoken amiss, be so plain, that it needs no proof. cs r-crq pns32 vhb vdn cc vvn av, vbb av j, cst pn31 vvz dx n1. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1817 Page 549
10890 We should be carefull to speake and doe such things as are not subject to reproofe, We should be careful to speak and do such things as Are not Subject to reproof, pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vdb d n2 c-acp vbr xx j-jn p-acp n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1818 Page 549
10891 but when through ignorance or rashness we have run into an error, either of speech or practise, we should be so humble as to subject our selves to reproofe, but when through ignorance or rashness we have run into an error, either of speech or practice, we should be so humble as to Subject our selves to reproof, cc-acp c-crq p-acp n1 cc n1 pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, pns12 vmd vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1818 Page 549
10892 and take it well that we are rebuked for any evill. and take it well that we Are rebuked for any evil. cc vvb pn31 av cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n-jn. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1818 Page 549
10893 As it doubles an offence to undertake the defence of it, so not to defend an offence abateth and lesseneth it. As it doubles an offence to undertake the defence of it, so not to defend an offence abateth and lessens it. p-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, av xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvz cc vvz pn31. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1818 Page 549
10894 And as he who goeth about to cover his fault by finding out arguments and pleas for it, sheweth that he hath a will or purpose to continue in it; And as he who Goes about to cover his fault by finding out Arguments and pleasant for it, shows that he hath a will or purpose to continue in it; cc c-acp pns31 r-crq vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg av n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, vvz cst pns31 vhz dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (23) chapter (DIV2) 1818 Page 549
10895 so he that is silent, and hath not a word to say for it, gives a good testimony both of his sorrow that he ever committed it, so he that is silent, and hath not a word to say for it, gives a good testimony both of his sorrow that he ever committed it, av pns31 cst vbz j, cc vhz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vvz dt j n1 av-d pp-f po31 n1 cst pns31 av vvd pn31, (23) chapter (DIV2) 1818 Page 549
10896 and of his resolution never to commit it any more. and of his resolution never to commit it any more. cc pp-f po31 n1 av-x pc-acp vvi pn31 av-d av-dc. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1818 Page 549
10897 They are highly to be commended who live unblameably, and they deserve no small commendation, who being sensible of their owne fayling, can patiently beare the blame of it, without replying upon their reprovers. They Are highly to be commended who live unblamably, and they deserve no small commendation, who being sensible of their own failing, can patiently bear the blame of it, without replying upon their reprovers. pns32 vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn r-crq vvb av-j, cc pns32 vvb dx j n1, r-crq vbg j pp-f po32 d vvg, vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg p-acp po32 n2. (23) chapter (DIV2) 1818 Page 549
10898 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 10, 11. Therefore hearken unto me, ye men of understanding: JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 10, 11. Therefore harken unto me, you men of understanding: np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd av vvi p-acp pno11, pn22 n2 pp-f n1: (24) chapter (DIV2) 1818 Page 550
10901 ELihu having done with Jobs charge for severall unwarrantable sayings in the former context, begins his refutation here, and directs his speech. ELihu having done with Jobs charge for several unwarrantable sayings in the former context, begins his refutation Here, and directs his speech. np1 vhg vdn p-acp n2 vvb p-acp j j n2-vvg p-acp dt j n1, vvz po31 n1 av, cc vvz po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1821 Page 550
10902 First, To Jobs friends, speaking to them from the 10th to the 16th verse. Secondly, To Job himselfe, from the 16th verse of this Chapter to the 34th. In the two verses now read, we have two generall poynts. First, To Jobs Friends, speaking to them from the 10th to the 16th verse. Secondly, To Job himself, from the 16th verse of this Chapter to the 34th. In the two Verses now read, we have two general points. ord, p-acp n2 n2, vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp dt ord p-acp dt ord n1. ord, pc-acp np1 px31, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt ord. p-acp dt crd n2 av vvn, pns12 vhb crd j n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1822 Page 550
10903 First, A vehement deniall of any unrighteousnesse in God, ( v. 10.) First, A vehement denial of any unrighteousness in God, (v. 10.) ord, dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, (n1 crd) (24) chapter (DIV2) 1825 Page 550
10904 Secondly, A strong proofe or demonstration, that there is no unrighteousnesse in God, at the 11th verse. Secondly, A strong proof or demonstration, that there is no unrighteousness in God, At the 11th verse. ord, dt j n1 cc n1, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt ord n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1826 Page 550
10905 He enters this confutation of Job, or the vindication of the honour of God from what Job had sayd, with an inviting Preface. He enters this confutation of Job, or the vindication of the honour of God from what Job had said, with an inviting Preface. pns31 vvz d n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhd vvn, p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1826 Page 550
10906 Vers. 10. Therefore hearken unto me, ye men of understanding. Vers. 10. Therefore harken unto me, you men of understanding. np1 crd av vvi p-acp pno11, pn22 n2 pp-f n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1826 Page 550
10907 Elihu like a cunning Orator often stirr'd up his auditors to attention, and made frequent insinuations to winde himselfe and what he had to say into their good opinion. Elihu like a cunning Orator often stirred up his Auditors to attention, and made frequent insinuations to wind himself and what he had to say into their good opinion. np1 av-j dt j-jn n1 av vvn a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd j n2 pc-acp vvi px31 cc r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1827 Page 550
10908 Here he bespake not the promiscuous multitude or common sort of hearers, but wise men, Here he bespoke not the promiscuous multitude or Common sort of hearers, but wise men, av pns31 vvd xx dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp j n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1827 Page 550
10909 or men of understanding, such as are most fit to judge the weight and strength of those arguments and reasons, by which any poynt is proved and confirmed. or men of understanding, such as Are most fit to judge the weight and strength of those Arguments and Reasons, by which any point is proved and confirmed. cc n2 pp-f n1, d c-acp vbr ds j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn cc vvn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1827 Page 550
10910 Hearken unto me, ye men of understanding. The Hebrew is, ye men of heart, so the Margin hath it; Harken unto me, you men of understanding. The Hebrew is, you men of heart, so the Margin hath it; vvb p-acp pno11, pn22 n2 pp-f n1. dt njp vbz, pn22 n2 pp-f n1, av dt n1 vhz pn31; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1827 Page 550
10911 As the heart is the principle of naturall life ▪ so the principles & powers of the rationall life are often ascribed to the heart. As the heart is the principle of natural life ▪ so the principles & Powers of the rational life Are often ascribed to the heart. c-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 ▪ av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1828 Page 551
10912 Job told his friends ( Chap. 12.3.) I have a heart (we render, I have an understanding) as well as you; Job told his Friends (Chap. 12.3.) I have a heart (we render, I have an understanding) as well as you; np1 vvd po31 n2 (np1 crd.) pns11 vhb dt n1 (pns12 vvb, pns11 vhb dt n1) c-acp av c-acp pn22; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1828 Page 551
10913 and in good Authors a hearty man signifies not only a man of courage, or a man of spirit, and in good Authors a hearty man signifies not only a man of courage, or a man of Spirit, cc p-acp j n2 dt j n1 vvz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1828 Page 551
10914 but a man of knowledge and understanding, a man more then ordinarily wise, a man of the highest Elevation for wisdome, is called a hearty man. Naturalists have ascribed the moving of severall passions, to severall internall parts of the body; but a man of knowledge and understanding, a man more then ordinarily wise, a man of the highest Elevation for Wisdom, is called a hearty man. Naturalists have ascribed the moving of several passion, to several internal parts of the body; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 av-dc cs av-jn j, dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp n1, vbz vvn dt j n1. n2 vhb vvn dt n-vvg pp-f j n2, p-acp j j n2 pp-f dt n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1828 Page 551
10915 laughter (say they) riseth from the spleene, anger from the Gall, love from the liver, but to the heart they give more then a passion, understanding, which is the noblest faculty of reason. laughter (say they) Riseth from the spleen, anger from the Gall, love from the liver, but to the heart they give more then a passion, understanding, which is the Noblest faculty of reason. n1 (vvb pns32) vvz p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb av-dc cs dt n1, vvg, r-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1828 Page 551
10916 Here Elihu calls upon men of heart, or of understanding to hearken to him. Hence note. Here Elihu calls upon men of heart, or of understanding to harken to him. Hence note. av np1 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. av vvi. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1828 Page 551
10917 First, The best may need to have their attentions quickened. First, The best may need to have their attentions quickened. ord, dt js vmb vvi pc-acp vhi po32 n2 vvn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1829 Page 551
10918 Some will not heare at all, they are like the deafe adder (Psal. 48.4, 5.) that stoppeth her eare, which will not hearken to the voyce of the charmtr, charming never so wisely; some will not hear At all, they Are like the deaf adder (Psalm 48.4, 5.) that stoppeth her ear, which will not harken to the voice of the charmtr, charming never so wisely; d vmb xx vvi p-acp d, pns32 vbr j dt j n1 (np1 crd, crd) cst vvz po31 n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg av-x av av-j; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10919 The Prophet reproves such ( Jer. 6.10.) To whom shall I speak and give warning, that they may heare; The Prophet reproves such (Jer. 6.10.) To whom shall I speak and give warning, that they may hear; dt n1 vvz d (np1 crd.) p-acp ro-crq vmb pns11 vvi cc vvi n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10920 behold their eare is uncircumcised and they cannot hearken; behold their ear is uncircumcised and they cannot harken; vvb po32 n1 vbz j cc pns32 vmbx vvi; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10921 behold, the Word of the Lord is to them a reproach, they have no delight in it; behold, the Word of the Lord is to them a reproach, they have no delight in it; vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 dt n1, pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10922 they cannot hearken, that is, they will not; they cannot harken, that is, they will not; pns32 vmbx vvi, cst vbz, pns32 vmb xx; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10923 or they cannot hearken, that is spiritually and obedientially, though they have a naturall, yet they have not a gracious eare, or they cannot harken, that is spiritually and Obediently, though they have a natural, yet they have not a gracious ear, cc pns32 vmbx vvi, cst vbz av-j cc av-j, cs pns32 vhb dt j, av pns32 vhb xx dt j n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10924 as the same Prophet ( chap. 11.6, 7, 8.) upbraided them; yet they obeyed not, nor enclined their eare. as the same Prophet (chap. 11.6, 7, 8.) upbraided them; yet they obeyed not, nor inclined their ear. c-acp dt d n1 (n1 crd, crd, crd) vvd pno32; av pns32 vvd xx, ccx vvd po32 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10925 This sinfull deafnesse the Lord complained of also, ( Psal. 81.8.) Heare O my people, (saith God) and at the 11 verse, My people would not hearken to my voyce; This sinful deafness the Lord complained of also, (Psalm 81.8.) Hear Oh my people, (Says God) and At the 11 verse, My people would not harken to my voice; d j n1 dt n1 vvd pp-f av, (np1 crd.) vvb uh po11 n1, (vvz np1) cc p-acp dt crd n1, po11 n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp po11 n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10926 Now as bad men will not heare at all to purpose; Now as bad men will not hear At all to purpose; av p-acp j n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp d p-acp n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10927 so the best seldome hear so well or to so good purpose as they ought and might. so the best seldom hear so well or to so good purpose as they ought and might. av dt js av vvi av av cc p-acp av j n1 c-acp pns32 vmd cc vmd. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10928 Men of heart or of understanding are sometimes slow of hearing, and may need to have their eare awakened. Secondly, note. Men of heart or of understanding Are sometime slow of hearing, and may need to have their ear awakened. Secondly, note. n2 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1 vbr av j pp-f vvg, cc vmb vvi pc-acp vhi po32 n1 vvn. ord, n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1830 Page 551
10929 It is an incouragement in speaking to have understanding hearers. It is an encouragement in speaking to have understanding hearers. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg pc-acp vhi j-vvg n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1831 Page 551
10930 When a people have not only eares, but hearts to heare, then the word is heard indeed. When a people have not only ears, but hearts to hear, then the word is herd indeed. c-crq dt n1 vhb xx av-j n2, cc-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, cs dt n1 vbz vvn av. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 551
10931 We may suppose understanding men will probably prove the best hearers; We may suppose understanding men will probably prove the best hearers; pns12 vmb vvi vvg n2 vmb av-j vvi dt js n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 551
10932 the Prophet was in hope to find it so, though he failed of his hopes. ( Jer. 5.4.) Surely these are poore, they are foolish (men of low parts, the Prophet was in hope to find it so, though he failed of his hope's. (Jer. 5.4.) Surely these Are poor, they Are foolish (men of low parts, dt n1 vbds p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, cs pns31 vvd pp-f po31 n2. (np1 crd.) av-j d vbr j, pns32 vbr j (n2 pp-f j n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10933 and thin intellectualls) for they know not the way of the Lord, nor the judgment of their God. and thin intellectuals) for they know not the Way of the Lord, nor the judgement of their God. cc j n2-j) p-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10934 I will get me to the great men and will speake unto them, for they have knowne the way of the Lord, (they are wise surely and understanding) yet he was disappoynted in his recourse to them, I will get me to the great men and will speak unto them, for they have known the Way of the Lord, (they Are wise surely and understanding) yet he was disappointed in his recourse to them, pns11 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt j n2 cc vmb vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (pns32 vbr j av-j cc n1) av pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10935 as it followeth in the same verse, but these have altogether broken the yoke, and burst the bonds. as it follows in the same verse, but these have altogether broken the yoke, and burst the bonds. c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt d n1, p-acp d vhb av vvn dt n1, cc vvd dt n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10936 There is a naturall wisdome which hindereth the hearing of the word, therefore the Apostle saith; There is a natural Wisdom which hindereth the hearing of the word, Therefore the Apostle Says; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 r-crq vvz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vvz; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10937 Not many wise men after the flesh are called, that is, savingly called; Not many wise men After the Flesh Are called, that is, savingly called; xx d j n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn, cst vbz, av-vvg vvn; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10938 the word hath its full effect upon few of them, they are not prevailed with to beleeve and obey; the word hath its full Effect upon few of them, they Are not prevailed with to believe and obey; dt n1 vhz po31 j n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10939 they are called, but they come not. they Are called, but they come not. pns32 vbr vvn, cc-acp pns32 vvb xx. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10940 Though wisdome be an advantage to profitable hearing, yet all naturall wise men doe not hear profitably, Though Wisdom be an advantage to profitable hearing, yet all natural wise men do not hear profitably, cs n1 vbb dt n1 p-acp j n-vvg, av d j j n2 vdb xx vvi av-j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10941 nor indeed can any, by all the wisdome of nature. Thirdly, note. A man without understanding is a heartlesse man. Headlesse men are heartlesse men. nor indeed can any, by all the Wisdom of nature. Thirdly, note. A man without understanding is a heartless man. Headless men Are heartless men. ccx av vmb d, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1. ord, n1. dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1. j n2 vbr j n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1832 Page 552
10944 but how unbecoming is it that any of them should be doves for sillinesse or silly doves without a heart; but how unbecoming is it that any of them should be Dove for silliness or silly Dove without a heart; cc-acp c-crq j vbz pn31 cst d pp-f pno32 vmd vbi n2 p-acp n1 cc j n2 p-acp dt n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1834 Page 552
10945 that is without any spirit or courage for God, and the things or wayes of God. that is without any Spirit or courage for God, and the things or ways of God. cst vbz p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1834 Page 552
10946 To be without a heart is to be without a due apprehension of the mind of God, or any true conformity thereunto; To be without a heart is to be without a due apprehension of the mind of God, or any true conformity thereunto; pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d j n1 av; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1834 Page 552
10947 'tis to have no knowledge either to doe good, or to be good; it's to have no knowledge either to do good, or to be good; pn31|vbz pc-acp vhi dx n1 av-d pc-acp vdi j, cc pc-acp vbi j; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1834 Page 552
10948 all such are silly doves without a heart, without understanding, and all such are yet unfit and unprepared hearers. all such Are silly Dove without a heart, without understanding, and all such Are yet unfit and unprepared hearers. d d vbr j n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, cc d d vbr av j cc j n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1834 Page 552
10949 Hearken to me ye men of understanding, Farre be it from God that he should doe wickedly. Harken to me you men of understanding, far be it from God that he should do wickedly. vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 n2 pp-f n1, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmd vdi av-j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1834 Page 552
10950 The Septuagint turn the sence of the words into another channell; as if Elihu spake here in his own vindication, and not in Gods; The septuagint turn the sense of the words into Another channel; as if Elihu spoke Here in his own vindication, and not in God's; dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp j-jn n1; c-acp cs np1 vvd av p-acp po31 d n1, cc xx p-acp n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 552
10951 and so they render the Text personally of Elihu; Farre be it from me that I should do wickedly before God; and so they render the Text personally of Elihu; far be it from me that I should do wickedly before God; cc av pns32 vvb dt n1 av-j pp-f np1; av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vmd vdi av-j p-acp np1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 552
10952 or, that I should pervert Justice before the Almighty; as if Elihu had said; I am now to speake before God, or in Gods presence; or, that I should pervert justice before the Almighty; as if Elihu had said; I am now to speak before God, or in God's presence; cc, cst pns11 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt j-jn; c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp npg1 n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 552
10953 God being my witnesse, therefore I had need look to it while I am speaking before the righteous God, that I speake righteously, God being my witness, Therefore I had need look to it while I am speaking before the righteous God, that I speak righteously, np1 vbg po11 n1, av pns11 vhd n1 vvi p-acp pn31 cs pns11 vbm vvg p-acp dt j np1, cst pns11 vvb av-j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10954 and while I speak before the God of truth, that I speak according unto truth; farre be it from me that I should doe wickedly before God; and while I speak before the God of truth, that I speak according unto truth; Far be it from me that I should do wickedly before God; cc cs pns11 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns11 vvb vvg p-acp n1; av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vmd vdi av-j p-acp np1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10955 there is a truth in this translation. But this is not a true translation according to the Hebrew; there is a truth in this Translation. But this is not a true Translation according to the Hebrew; a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1. p-acp d vbz xx dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt njp; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10956 nor is it the truth of this place. nor is it the truth of this place. ccx vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f d n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10957 Elihu speaking in so weighty a matter might well say farre be it from me to pervert justice so much as in a word, Elihu speaking in so weighty a matter might well say Far be it from me to pervert Justice so much as in a word, np1 vvg p-acp av j dt n1 vmd av vvi av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi n1 av av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10958 because I speake before God, and am in the presence of the Almighty. Because I speak before God, and am in the presence of the Almighty. c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp np1, cc vbm p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10959 We should not speak a word amisse in his sight or hearing, who seeth and heareth what all men doe and say, whatsoever they are doing or saying, especially, We should not speak a word amiss in his sighed or hearing, who sees and hears what all men do and say, whatsoever they Are doing or saying, especially, pns12 vmd xx vvi dt n1 av p-acp po31 n1 cc n-vvg, r-crq vvz cc vvz q-crq d n2 vdb cc vvi, r-crq pns32 vbr vdg cc vvg, av-j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10960 when they are doing or saying that which is of neare concernment to himselfe. This rendring gives us a usefull caution. when they Are doing or saying that which is of near concernment to himself. This rendering gives us a useful caution. c-crq pns32 vbr vdg cc vvg d r-crq vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp px31. d n-vvg vvz pno12 dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10961 But doubtlesse Elihu's purpose here was not to shew with what reverence of God, himselfe was about to speak, But doubtless Elihu's purpose Here was not to show with what Reverence of God, himself was about to speak, p-acp av-j npg1 vvb av vbds xx pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f np1, px31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10962 but that he was about to speak for the vindication of the righteousness of God, which he thought Job had wronged by that assertion when he said, ( vers. 9.) It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. but that he was about to speak for the vindication of the righteousness of God, which he Thought Job had wronged by that assertion when he said, (vers. 9.) It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. cc-acp cst pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vvd np1 vhd vvn p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, (fw-la. crd) pn31 vvz dt n1 pix cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10963 Hereupon Elihu with some heat of spirit turnes upon him in these words, Farre be it from God that he should doe wickedly. Hereupon Elihu with Some heat of Spirit turns upon him in these words, far be it from God that he should do wickedly. av np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmd vdi av-j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1835 Page 553
10964 The word rendred God forbid is often used in Scripture, implying the greatest detestation and utter abhorrence of that which is extreamly offensive to us; The word rendered God forbid is often used in Scripture, implying the greatest detestation and utter abhorrence of that which is extremely offensive to us; dt n1 vvn np1 vvn vbz av vvn p-acp n1, vvg dt js n1 cc j n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz av-jn j p-acp pno12; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10965 the root of it signifieth any thing that is prophane, filthy, or polluted; the root of it signifies any thing that is profane, filthy, or polluted; dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz d n1 cst vbz j, j, cc vvn; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10966 because all prophane things and persons are farre from God, that is, such as he utterly abhorreth. Because all profane things and Persons Are Far from God, that is, such as he utterly abhorreth. c-acp d j n2 cc n2 vbr av-j p-acp np1, cst vbz, d c-acp pns31 av-j vvz. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10967 Further, the verbe signifieth as to pollute, or to prophane, so to offer violence, to wound and kill uniustly or murtherously; Further, the verb signifies as to pollute, or to profane, so to offer violence, to wound and kill unjustly or murderously; av-jc, dt n1 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, av pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j cc av-j; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10968 which sence complyeth fully with the businesse in hand. which sense complyeth Fully with the business in hand. r-crq n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10969 Job had complained that his innocency, at least that he being innocent, was sorely afflicted and wounded, Job had complained that his innocency, At least that he being innocent, was sorely afflicted and wounded, np1 vhd vvn d po31 n1, p-acp ds cst pns31 vbg j-jn, vbds av-j vvn cc vvn, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10970 and lay as it were weltring in in his gore and blood. and lay as it were weltering in in his gore and blood. cc vvi c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg p-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10971 Hereupon Eiihu stands up to vindicate the righteousnesse and justice of God, Farre be it from God, &c. When a Judge doth unrighteously he offereth violence to the Law, Hereupon Eiihu Stands up to vindicate the righteousness and Justice of God, far be it from God, etc. When a Judge does unrighteously he Offereth violence to the Law, av np1 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp np1, av c-crq dt n1 vdz av-j pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10972 and viciates that chast Virgin Justice, committed to his care and keeping. All acts of injustice are therefore farre from God, even the abomination of his soul, and viciates that chaste Virgae justice, committed to his care and keeping. All acts of injustice Are Therefore Far from God, even the abomination of his soul, cc n2 cst j n1 n1, vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n-vvg. av-d n2 pp-f n1 vbr av av-j p-acp np1, av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10973 because polluted and filthy in themselves, as also such as pollute and defile all those that use them. Because polluted and filthy in themselves, as also such as pollute and defile all those that use them. c-acp vvn cc j p-acp px32, c-acp av d c-acp vvi cc vvi d d cst vvb pno32. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 553
10974 Thus Abraham spake to God ( Gen. 18.23, 25.) Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked, that be farre from thee, &c. He spake of it with indignation as a thing most unworthy of God, to wrap up good and bad in the same common calamity. Thus Abraham spoke to God (Gen. 18.23, 25.) Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked, that be Far from thee, etc. He spoke of it with Indignation as a thing most unworthy of God, to wrap up good and bad in the same Common calamity. av np1 vvd p-acp np1 (np1 crd, crd) vm2 pns21 av vvi dt j p-acp dt j, cst vbb av-j p-acp pno21, av pns31 vvd pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 av-ds j pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp j cc j p-acp dt d j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 554
10975 When all Josephs brethren as one man ( Gen. 44.17.) offered to become his prisoners, God forbid (said he) that I should doe so, ye shall not all suffer for one mans sault; When all Josephs brothers as one man (Gen. 44.17.) offered to become his Prisoners, God forbid (said he) that I should do so, you shall not all suffer for one men salt; c-crq d np1 n2 p-acp crd n1 (np1 crd.) vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n2, np1 vvb (vvd pns31) d pns11 vmd vdi av, pn22 vmb xx d vvi p-acp crd ng1 n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 554
10976 let that be farre from me, he that is found in fault only shall be my prisoner. let that be Far from me, he that is found in fault only shall be my prisoner. vvb cst vbb av-j p-acp pno11, pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1 av-j vmb vbi po11 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 554
10977 Thus Elihu would remove the remotest suspicion of unrighteousnesse from God when he saith, farre be it from God that he should doe wickedness. Hence note. Thus Elihu would remove the Remotest suspicion of unrighteousness from God when he Says, Far be it from God that he should do wickedness. Hence note. av np1 vmd vvi dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvz, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmd vdi n1. av vvi. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1836 Page 554
10978 We should reject all unworthy thoughts of God with indignation and detestation. We should reject all unworthy thoughts of God with Indignation and detestation. pns12 vmd vvi d j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1837 Page 554
10979 The Apostle shewed a spirit full of this fire ( Rom. 3.5, 6.) Is God unrighteous who taketh vengeance? (I speak as a man) that is, naturall or carnall men are apt to think so, The Apostle showed a Spirit full of this fire (Rom. 3.5, 6.) Is God unrighteous who Takes vengeance? (I speak as a man) that is, natural or carnal men Are apt to think so, dt n1 vvd dt n1 j pp-f d n1 (np1 crd, crd) vbz np1 j r-crq vvz n1? (pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1) d vbz, j cc j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi av, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1838 Page 554
10980 but God forbid, or, let it not be once named by those who name (that is, profess) the name of God. but God forbid, or, let it not be once nam by those who name (that is, profess) the name of God. cc-acp np1 vvb, cc, vvb pn31 xx vbi a-acp vvn p-acp d r-crq n1 (cst vbz, vvb) dt n1 pp-f np1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1838 Page 554
10981 If every one who nameth the name of Christ must depart from iniquity (2 Tim. 2.19.) woe to those who say that Christ himself closeth with any iniquity. If every one who names the name of christ must depart from iniquity (2 Tim. 2.19.) woe to those who say that christ himself closeth with any iniquity. cs d crd r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 (crd np1 crd.) n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb cst np1 px31 vvz p-acp d n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1838 Page 554
11002 Fifthly, Justice or right is distorted, by giving the same or a-like award to those who are unlike, Fifthly, justice or right is distorted, by giving the same or alike award to those who Are unlike, ord, n1 cc n-jn vbz vvn, p-acp vvg dt d cc av-j vvb p-acp d r-crq vbr j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1842 Page 555
10982 As God himself puts all evill farre from him, so should we put the least thought of it farre from God. As God himself puts all evil Far from him, so should we put the least Thought of it Far from God. p-acp np1 px31 vvz d n-jn av-j p-acp pno31, av vmd pns12 vvi dt ds n1 pp-f pn31 av-j p-acp np1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1838 Page 554
10983 What can be more unjust then to have so much as the shadow of a thought that God doth any injustice! What can be more unjust then to have so much as the shadow of a Thought that God does any injustice! q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j cs pc-acp vhi av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst np1 vdz d n1! (24) chapter (DIV2) 1838 Page 554
10984 away with such blasphemous suggestions, can he who is the very rule of righteousnesse doe unrighteously? To throw this dirt into the face of God hath as much absurdity and irrationallity as blasphemy in it. away with such blasphemous suggestions, can he who is the very Rule of righteousness do unrighteously? To throw this dirt into the face of God hath as much absurdity and irrationallity as blasphemy in it. av p-acp d j n2, vmb pns31 r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 vdb av-j? p-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1838 Page 554
10985 None but they who know not God, can have such apprehensions of him. None but they who know not God, can have such apprehensions of him. pix p-acp pns32 r-crq vvb xx np1, vmb vhi d n2 pp-f pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1838 Page 554
10986 To doe wickednesse is farre from God, and therefore let man be farre, even as farre as the east is from the west, from saying or thinking that he doth any. To do wickedness is Far from God, and Therefore let man be Far, even as Far as the east is from the west, from saying or thinking that he does any. pc-acp vdi n1 vbz av-j p-acp np1, cc av vvb n1 vbi j, av c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg cst pns31 vdz d. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1838 Page 554
10987 Farre be it from God That he should doe wickedness. far be it from God That he should do wickedness. av-j vbi pn31 p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmd vdi n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1838 Page 554
10988 The Text is, farre be it from God from wickedness, we render that he should doe wickedness. The Text is, Far be it from God from wickedness, we render that he should do wickedness. dt n1 vbz, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns12 vvb cst pns31 vmd vdi n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1839 Page 554
10989 The word signifieth wickedness of the worst sort; The word signifies wickedness of the worst sort; dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f dt js n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1839 Page 554
10990 that wickedness which does not only break the Law (so every the least sin doth) but slights it, that wickedness which does not only break the Law (so every the least since does) but slights it, cst n1 r-crq vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 (av d dt ds n1 vdz) cc-acp vvz pn31, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1839 Page 554
10991 and denyeth it any reverence or regard. It is farre from a godly man to sin at this rate, to doe wickednesse. and denyeth it any Reverence or regard. It is Far from a godly man to sin At this rate, to do wickedness. cc vvz pn31 d n1 cc n1. pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, pc-acp vdi n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1839 Page 555
10992 Then, O how farre is it from God that he should doe wickedness, And from the Almighty, that he should commit iniquity. Then, Oh how Far is it from God that he should do wickedness, And from the Almighty, that he should commit iniquity. av, uh q-crq av-j vbz pn31 p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmd vdi n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1839 Page 555
10993 Elihu useth two Titles or Names of God, First, the strong God, the mighty God. Secondly, Almighty, the Allsufficient God; Elihu uses two Titles or Names of God, First, the strong God, the mighty God. Secondly, Almighty, the All-sufficient God; np1 vvz crd n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, ord, dt j np1, dt j np1. ord, j-jn, dt j np1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1840 Page 555
10994 farre be it from the Allsufficient that he should doe any iniquity. Far be it from the All-sufficient that he should do any iniquity. av-j vbb pn31 p-acp dt j cst pns31 vmd vdi d n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1840 Page 555
10995 He that hath all things in his power, and can command Heaven and Earth, heart and hand, he that is able to supply all deficiencies in the creature by his allsufficiency, farre be it from this Allmighty God that he should commit iniquity towards man. He that hath all things in his power, and can command Heaven and Earth, heart and hand, he that is able to supply all deficiencies in the creature by his All-sufficiency, Far be it from this Almighty God that he should commit iniquity towards man. pns31 cst vhz d n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vmb vvi n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, pns31 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp d j-jn np1 cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1840 Page 555
10996 Strength without goodnesse is alwayes unprofitable, and often hurtfull. Goodness without strength is very unusefull because so weake. Strength without Goodness is always unprofitable, and often hurtful. goodness without strength is very unuseful Because so weak. n1 p-acp n1 vbz av j, cc av j. n1 p-acp n1 vbz av j c-acp av j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1840 Page 555
10997 But where both strength and goodness meere and center in the same person, as he is able to doe much good, But where both strength and Goodness mere and centre in the same person, as he is able to do much good, p-acp c-crq d n1 cc n1 j cc n1 p-acp dt d n1, c-acp pns31 vbz j pc-acp vdi d j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1840 Page 555
10998 so he hath no will to doe evill or offer injury to others. How then should the Allsufficient commit iniquity? so he hath no will to do evil or offer injury to Others. How then should the All-sufficient commit iniquity? av pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn cc vvi n1 p-acp n2-jn. uh-crq av vmd dt j vvi n1? (24) chapter (DIV2) 1840 Page 555
10999 The word rendred iniquity signifies any crookedness or perversnesse, any distortion of right and justice. Now right or justice is distorted many wayes, chiefly these five. The word rendered iniquity signifies any crookedness or perverseness, any distortion of right and Justice. Now right or Justice is distorted many ways, chiefly these five. dt n1 vvn n1 vvz d n1 cc n1, d n1 pp-f n-jn cc n1. av j-jn cc n1 vbz vvn d n2, av-jn d crd. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1841 Page 555
11000 First, by a flat denyall of it. Secondly, by a tedious delaying of it. Thirdly, by punishing where there is no fault. First, by a flat denial of it. Secondly, by a tedious delaying of it. Thirdly, by punishing where there is no fault. ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. ord, p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f pn31. ord, p-acp vvg c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1842 Page 555
11001 Fourthly, by not rewarding where there is desert. Fourthly, by not rewarding where there is desert. ord, p-acp xx vvg c-crq pc-acp vbz n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1842 Page 555
11005 All these Elihu removeth farre from God, while he saith, Farre be it from the Almighty that he should commit iniquity. All these Elihu Removeth Far from God, while he Says, far be it from the Almighty that he should commit iniquity. av-d d np1 vvz av-j p-acp np1, cs pns31 vvz, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp dt j-jn cst pns31 vmd vvi n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1842 Page 555
11006 God will not, cannot commit iniquity, either by denying or delaying justice, either by not punishing or rewarding where there is cause, God will not, cannot commit iniquity, either by denying or delaying Justice, either by not punishing or rewarding where there is cause, np1 vmb xx, vmbx vvi n1, av-d p-acp vvg cc vvg n1, av-d p-acp xx vvg cc vvg c-crq pc-acp vbz n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1842 Page 555
11007 or by dealing out alike to those in whose doing and dispositions there is an utter unlikeness. or by dealing out alike to those in whose doing and dispositions there is an utter unlikeness. cc p-acp vvg av av-j p-acp d p-acp r-crq vdg cc n2 pc-acp vbz dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1842 Page 555
11008 Farre be it from the Almighty, that he should commit any of these iniquities. Hence note. far be it from the Almighty, that he should commit any of these iniquities. Hence note. av-j vbi pn31 p-acp dt j-jn, cst pns31 vmd vvi d pp-f d n2. av vvi. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1842 Page 555
11009 First, To doe any act of injustice is wickednesse. First, To do any act of injustice is wickedness. ord, pc-acp vdi d n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1843 Page 555
11010 Elihu taxed Job, for complaining of Gods Justice ( v. 9.) And here he saith, Far be it from God, that he should doe wickednesse. Elihu taxed Job, for complaining of God's justice (v. 9.) And Here he Says, far be it from God, that he should do wickedness. np1 vvn np1, p-acp vvg pp-f npg1 n1 (n1 crd) cc av pns31 vvz, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vdi n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1844 Page 556
11011 Injustice is wickednesse against God, who commandeth us to be just, and it is wickednesse against man, who is alwayes wronged by injustice. Injustice is wickedness against God, who commands us to be just, and it is wickedness against man, who is always wronged by injustice. n1 vbz n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j, cc pn31 vbz n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1844 Page 556
11012 Secondly, As to that particular which Elihu chargeth Job with. Note. Secondly, As to that particular which Elihu charges Job with. Note. ord, c-acp p-acp cst j r-crq np1 vvz np1 p-acp. n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1845 Page 556
11013 If the Lord should not reward those that serve him, and delight in him, he were uxrighteous. If the Lord should not reward those that serve him, and delight in him, he were uxrighteous. cs dt n1 vmd xx vvi d cst vvb pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vbdr j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1846 Page 556
11014 (Heb: 6.10.) God is not unrighteous to forget your labour of love; He is not unrighteous to forget it, that is, not to recompence it; (Hebrew: 6.10.) God is not unrighteous to forget your labour of love; He is not unrighteous to forget it, that is, not to recompense it; (n1: crd.) np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po22 n1 pp-f n1; pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pn31, cst vbz, xx pc-acp vvi pn31; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11015 by forgetting it, he doth not meane the letting of it slip out of his mind, by forgetting it, he does not mean the letting of it slip out of his mind, p-acp vvg pn31, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt vvg pp-f pn31 vvi av pp-f po31 n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11016 but the not making a due returne to it, or the not giving it a just reward. but the not making a due return to it, or the not giving it a just reward. cc-acp dt xx vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, cc av xx vvg pn31 dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11017 It is unrighteousnesse in God not to reward those who serve him, because he hath promised to reward them. It is unrighteousness in God not to reward those who serve him, Because he hath promised to reward them. pn31 vbz n1 p-acp np1 xx pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvb pno31, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11018 Say to the righteous, it shall be well with him (Isa: 3.10.) The promises run to it, all the Scripture over; Say to the righteous, it shall be well with him (Isaiah: 3.10.) The promises run to it, all the Scripture over; vvb p-acp dt j, pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno31 (np1: crd.) dt n2 vvb p-acp pn31, d dt n1 a-acp; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11019 and as it would be unrighteousnesse in God not to reward those that do well; so not to pardon them that have done ill when they confesse their evill deeds, and as it would be unrighteousness in God not to reward those that do well; so not to pardon them that have done ill when they confess their evil Deeds, cc c-acp pn31 vmd vbi n1 p-acp np1 xx pc-acp vvi d cst vdb av; av xx pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vhb vdn av-jn c-crq pns32 vvb po32 j-jn n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11020 because he hath promised to pardon them; Because he hath promised to pardon them; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11021 and therefore the Scripture saith (1 John 1.9.) If we confesse our sins, he is faithfull and just to forgive us our sins. and Therefore the Scripture Says (1 John 1.9.) If we confess our Sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins. cc av dt n1 vvz (vvd np1 crd.) cs pns12 vvb po12 n2, pns31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11022 The Scripture doth not say, he is mercifull to forgive us our sins, (though mercy act to the highest in the forgiveness of sin) but he is faithfull and just to forgive us our sins; The Scripture does not say, he is merciful to forgive us our Sins, (though mercy act to the highest in the forgiveness of since) but he is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins; dt n1 vdz xx vvi, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n2, (cs n1 n1 p-acp dt js p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) cc-acp pns31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11023 and the reason why the Scripture saith so, is because forgiveness of sin (in case of confession) is under a promise. and the reason why the Scripture Says so, is Because forgiveness of since (in case of Confessi) is under a promise. cc dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz av, vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 (p-acp n1 pp-f n1) vbz p-acp dt n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11024 To come short of our promises, is to be unrighteous; promises are bonds upon the promiser, and oblige to performance. Thirdly, Note. To come short of our promises, is to be unrighteous; promises Are bonds upon the promiser, and oblige to performance. Thirdly, Note. p-acp vvb j pp-f po12 n2, vbz pc-acp vbi j; n2 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp n1. ord, n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1847 Page 556
11025 The strong God, the mighty God, neither doth nor can doe any unrighteousnesse or iniquity. I say, he neither doth nor can doe iniquity. The strong God, the mighty God, neither does nor can do any unrighteousness or iniquity. I say, he neither does nor can do iniquity. dt j np1, dt j np1, av-dx vdz ccx vmb vdi d n1 cc n1. pns11 vvb, pns31 av-dx vdz ccx vmb vdi n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1848 Page 556
11026 God can doe no iniquity, because in him there is none. God can do no iniquity, Because in him there is none. np1 vmb vdi dx n1, c-acp p-acp pno31 a-acp vbz pix. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 556
11027 He is my rocke (saith David, Psal: 92.15.) and there is no unrighteousnesse in him. He is my rock (Says David, Psalm: 92.15.) and there is no unrighteousness in him. pns31 vbz po11 n1 (vvz np1, np1: crd.) cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 556
11028 As none can doe righteousnesse, but they that are righteous, so he that neither is nor can be unrighteous, cannot doe any unrighteousnesse. As none can do righteousness, but they that Are righteous, so he that neither is nor can be unrighteous, cannot do any unrighteousness. p-acp pix vmb vdi n1, cc-acp pns32 cst vbr j, av pns31 cst d vbz ccx vmb vbi j, vmbx vdb d n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 556
11029 That in the Psalme is very considerable, that while he saith, There is no unrighteousnesse in God, he immediately before said, He is my rocke; implying that God can no more be moved or removed from doing righteously, That in the Psalm is very considerable, that while he Says, There is no unrighteousness in God, he immediately before said, He is my rock; implying that God can no more be moved or removed from doing righteously, cst p-acp dt n1 vbz av j, cst cs pns31 vvz, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, pns31 av-j a-acp vvd, pns31 vbz po11 n1; vvg cst np1 vmb av-dx av-dc vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp vdg av-j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11030 then a rocke can be removed out of its place. then a rock can be removed out of its place. cs dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11031 We find Moses also giving God the same attribute, when he spake of his indeclinableness in justice ( Deut: 32.4.) He is a rocke, his worke is perfect, all his wayes are Judgement. We find Moses also giving God the same attribute, when he spoke of his indeclinableness in Justice (Deuteronomy: 32.4.) He is a rock, his work is perfect, all his ways Are Judgement. pns12 vvb np1 av vvg np1 dt d n1, c-crq pns31 vvd pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 (fw-fr: crd.) pns31 vbz dt n1, po31 n1 vbz j, d po31 n2 vbr n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11032 The wayes of God are not all judgement, as Judgement is opposed to mercy; some of his wayes are mercy, and others of them are Judgement; The ways of God Are not all judgement, as Judgement is opposed to mercy; Some of his ways Are mercy, and Others of them Are Judgement; dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr xx d n1, c-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; d pp-f po31 n2 vbr n1, cc n2-jn pp-f pno32 vbr n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11033 but all his wayes are judgement, as Judgement is opposed to injustice or unrighteousnesse, that's the signification of Judgement, but all his ways Are judgement, as Judgement is opposed to injustice or unrighteousness, that's the signification of Judgement, cc-acp d po31 n2 vbr n1, c-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, d|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11034 when Moses saith, All his wayes are Judgement, he is a God of truth, and without iniquity, just and right is he. when Moses Says, All his ways Are Judgement, he is a God of truth, and without iniquity, just and right is he. c-crq np1 vvz, d po31 n2 vbr n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1, j cc n-jn vbz pns31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11035 The Apostle puts this denying question with much vehemency ( Rom: 9.14.) What shall we say then, is there unrighteousnesse with God? God forbid. The Apostle puts this denying question with much vehemency (Rom: 9.14.) What shall we say then, is there unrighteousness with God? God forbid. dt n1 vvz d vvg n1 p-acp d n1 (np1: crd.) q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av, vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp np1? np1 vvb. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11036 And 'tis very considerable that the Apostle put this question with so much abhorrence, presently after he had spoken of that Act of God which is so much quarrelled at by the sons of men, as unrighteous and unjust; And it's very considerable that the Apostle put this question with so much abhorrence, presently After he had spoken of that Act of God which is so much quarreled At by the Sons of men, as unrighteous and unjust; cc pn31|vbz av j cst dt n1 vvd d n1 p-acp av d n1, av-j c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz av av-d vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, c-acp j-u cc j-u; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11037 Esau have I hated, and Jacob have I loved, and that, when they had done neither good nor evill (v. 11.) What (say some) will God doe thus? will he hate or love, Esau have I hated, and Jacob have I loved, and that, when they had done neither good nor evil (v. 11.) What (say Some) will God do thus? will he hate or love, np1 vhb pns11 vvn, cc np1 vhb pns11 vvn, cc cst, c-crq pns32 vhd vdn dx j ccx j-jn (n1 crd) q-crq (vvb d) vmb np1 vdb av? vmb pns31 vvi cc n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11038 before ever men doe good or evill? yeas, such acts of love and hatred, of election and rejection are gone out from God. before ever men do good or evil? yeas, such acts of love and hatred, of election and rejection Are gone out from God. c-acp av n2 vdb j cc j-jn? zz, d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av p-acp np1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11039 And because Paul foresaw, that men (according to their narrow apprehension) would be ready to say, And Because Paul foresaw, that men (according to their narrow apprehension) would be ready to say, cc c-acp np1 vvd, cst n2 (vvg p-acp po32 j n1) vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11040 surely God is not right in this; surely God is not right in this; av-j np1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp d; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11041 therefore he subjoynes, What shall we say then? is there unrighteousnesse in God? As if he had sayd, I know some men will be ready enough to say so, Therefore he subjoins, What shall we say then? is there unrighteousness in God? As if he had said, I know Some men will be ready enough to say so, av pns31 vvz, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av? vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp np1? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb d n2 vmb vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi av, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11042 and thinke they have reason enough to say so; and think they have reason enough to say so; cc vvb pns32 vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi av; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11062 Againe, God doth not worke by a rule without him, as men doe (and therefore men often goe beside the rule, Again, God does not work by a Rule without him, as men do (and Therefore men often go beside the Rule, av, np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp n2 vdb (cc av n2 av vvi a-acp dt n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 558
11043 They all must needs say so, who measure God by their shallow braines, (such are the deepest braines compared with God) and therefore Arminius, with his followers, (that they may avoyd this difficulty) carry the interpretation of this Scripture to another poynt, They all must needs say so, who measure God by their shallow brains, (such Are the Deepest brains compared with God) and Therefore Arminius, with his followers, (that they may avoid this difficulty) carry the Interpretation of this Scripture to Another point, pns32 d vmb av vvi av, r-crq n1 np1 p-acp po32 j n2, (d vbr dt js-jn n2 vvd p-acp np1) cc av np1, p-acp po31 n2, (cst pns32 vmb vvi d n1) vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11044 as if it had nothing to doe with the eternall purpose of God concerning man, as if it had nothing to do with the Eternal purpose of God Concerning man, c-acp cs pn31 vhd pix pc-acp vdi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11045 but only respected his dealings with them about temporalls, or his dealing out temporalls to them. but only respected his dealings with them about temporals, or his dealing out temporals to them. cc-acp av-j vvd po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n2, cc po31 n-vvg av n2 p-acp pno32. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11046 I urge that text because it hath occasion'd (through mans corruption) great contending and quarrelling about the righteousness of God; I urge that text Because it hath occasioned (through men corruption) great contending and quarreling about the righteousness of God; pns11 vvb d n1 c-acp pn31 vhz vvn (p-acp ng1 n1) av-j vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11047 yea some have presumed, there can be no maintaining that opinion of the absolute decree, without fastening unrighteousnesse upon God. yea Some have presumed, there can be no maintaining that opinion of the absolute Decree, without fastening unrighteousness upon God. uh d vhb vvn, pc-acp vmb vbi dx vvg d n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 557
11048 But the Apostle by the Spirit foreseeing this fleshly objection, hath forelayed and prevented it, concluding, O man, who art thou that replyest against God, shall the clay contend with the potter, &c. But the Apostle by the Spirit Foreseeing this fleshly objection, hath forelayed and prevented it, concluding, Oh man, who art thou that repliest against God, shall the clay contend with the potter, etc. p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg d j n1, vhz vvn cc vvn pn31, vvg, uh n1, q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2 p-acp np1, vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, av (24) chapter (DIV2) 1849 Page 558
11049 Now, as in this act of eternal Election, so in all providentiall acts, the Lord is infinitely unmoveably and unspottedly just and righteous; Now, as in this act of Eternal Election, so in all providential acts, the Lord is infinitely unmovably and unspottedly just and righteous; av, c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1, av p-acp d j n2, dt n1 vbz av-j av-j cc av-j j cc j; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11050 he not only doth righteous things, but he cannot doe any thing that is unrighteous. And this seeming impotency is the reall power of God; and his most glorious perfection. he not only does righteous things, but he cannot do any thing that is unrighteous. And this seeming impotency is the real power of God; and his most glorious perfection. pns31 xx av-j vdz j n2, cc-acp pns31 vmbx vdi d n1 cst vbz j. cc d j-vvg n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1; cc po31 av-ds j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11051 For, as 'tis from the weaknesse of man that he can doe iniquity, so 'tis from the power of God that he cannot. For, as it's from the weakness of man that he can do iniquity, so it's from the power of God that he cannot. p-acp, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vmb vdi n1, av pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vmbx. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11052 That God cannot lye, that he cannot doe any unworthy thing, is an argument of his omnipotence. That God cannot lie, that he cannot do any unworthy thing, is an argument of his omnipotence. cst np1 vmbx vvi, cst pns31 vmbx vdi d j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11053 God can no more doe iniquity, then he can cease to be God; his righteousnesse, his justice is himselfe; God can no more doe iniquity, then he can cease to be God; his righteousness, his Justice is himself; np1 vmb av-dx dc n1 n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi np1; po31 n1, po31 n1 vbz px31; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11054 the Justice of God is the just God, the righteousnesse of God, is the righteous God; the justice of God is the just God, the righteousness of God, is the righteous God; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt j np1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11055 he hath not only a principle of righteousnesse in him, as man may have, and every Godly man truely hath, but he is righteousnesse. he hath not only a principle of righteousness in him, as man may have, and every Godly man truly hath, but he is righteousness. pns31 vhz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp n1 vmb vhi, cc d j n1 av-j vhz, cc-acp pns31 vbz n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11056 A Heathen Poet had this apprehension of his Idol Gods; They love not unrighteousnesse, but honour Justice. A Heathen Poet had this apprehension of his Idol God's; They love not unrighteousness, but honour justice. dt j-jn n1 vhd d n1 pp-f po31 n1 n2; pns32 vvb xx n1, cc-acp n1 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11057 But Jehovah the true, the living God, doth more then affectionately love and honour Justice, He is is essentially Just. But Jehovah the true, the living God, does more then affectionately love and honour justice, He is is essentially Just. p-acp np1 dt j, dt j-vvg np1, vdz n1 av av-j vvi cc n1 n1, pns31 vbz vbz av-j j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11058 That man who is in a state of righteousnesse, loves to be doing and will doe righteous acts; That man who is in a state of righteousness, loves to be doing and will do righteous acts; cst n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz pc-acp vbi vdg cc vmb vdi j n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11059 things and persons are in their working as they are in their being; things and Persons Are in their working as they Are in their being; n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp po32 n-vvg p-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po32 vbg; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11060 He that doth righteousnesse is righteous, (1 John 3.7.) God is righteous, infinitely righteous, in his being, He that does righteousness is righteous, (1 John 3.7.) God is righteous, infinitely righteous, in his being, pns31 cst vdz n1 vbz j, (vvd np1 crd.) np1 vbz j, av-j j, p-acp po31 vbg, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11061 or nature, therefore he cannot but doe that which is righteous; to doe an unrighteous act were to offer violence to himselfe, to destroy himselfe. or nature, Therefore he cannot but doe that which is righteous; to do an unrighteous act were to offer violence to himself, to destroy himself. cc n1, av pns31 vmbx p-acp n1 cst r-crq vbz j; pc-acp vdi dt j n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp px31, pc-acp vvi px31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1850 Page 558
11063 and doe amisse, or act unrighteously, because the rule is one thing, and they are another, the rule is without them) but God himselfe is the very rule of all things, and do amiss, or act unrighteously, Because the Rule is one thing, and they Are Another, the Rule is without them) but God himself is the very Rule of all things, cc vdb av, cc vvi av-j, c-acp dt n1 vbz crd n1, cc pns32 vbr j-jn, dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32) p-acp np1 px31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 558
11064 and hence it followeth undeniably, that every thing is righteous and just which he doth, even because he doth it; and hence it follows undeniably, that every thing is righteous and just which he does, even Because he does it; cc av pn31 vvz av-j, cst d n1 vbz j cc j r-crq pns31 vdz, av c-acp pns31 vdz pn31; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 558
11065 'tis enough to prove that right which is done, if we can prove God hath done it. it's enough to prove that right which is done, if we can prove God hath done it. pn31|vbz av-d pc-acp vvi d n-jn r-crq vbz vdn, cs pns12 vmb vvi np1 vhz vdn pn31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 558
11066 The proud Monarch Nebuchadnezzar, was at last brought to this confession ( Dan: 4.34, 35.) At the end of the dayes (namely, of his seven yeares banishment to the beasts) I Nebuchadnezzar lift up mine eyes unto heaven, The proud Monarch Nebuchadnezzar, was At last brought to this Confessi (Dan: 4.34, 35.) At the end of the days (namely, of his seven Years banishment to the beasts) I Nebuchadnezzar lift up mine eyes unto heaven, dt j n1 np1, vbds p-acp ord vvn p-acp d n1 (uh: crd, crd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng2 (av, pp-f po31 crd ng2 n1 p-acp dt n2) pns11 np1 vvi a-acp po11 n2 p-acp n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 558
11067 and mine understanding returned unto me, and I blessed the most high, &c. Who doth according to his will (there is the rule with him) in the Army of heaven, and mine understanding returned unto me, and I blessed the most high, etc. Who does according to his will (there is the Rule with him) in the Army of heaven, cc po11 n1 vvd p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vvn dt av-ds j, av q-crq vdz p-acp p-acp po31 n1 (pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 559
11068 and among the inhabitants of the earth: and among the inhabitants of the earth: cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 559
11069 and none can stay his hand, nor say unto him, what dost thou? Which is true upon a double account, and none can stay his hand, nor say unto him, what dost thou? Which is true upon a double account, cc pix vmb vvi po31 n1, ccx vvi p-acp pno31, q-crq vd2 pns21? r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j-jn n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 559
11070 First, as to his soveraignty and dominion, he is supreame Lord, and none can give him a check or countermand; First, as to his sovereignty and dominion, he is supreme Lord, and none can give him a check or countermand; ord, c-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vbz j n1, cc pix vmb vvi pno31 dt n1 cc vvi; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 559
11071 Who may say unto him, what dost thou? Secondly, with respect to his righteousnesse. As he can doe what he will; Who may say unto him, what dost thou? Secondly, with respect to his righteousness. As he can do what he will; r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno31, q-crq vd2 pns21? ord, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. p-acp pns31 vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vmb; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 559
11072 so he will doe nothing, yea he can doe nothing but what is right, or what he may; so he will do nothing, yea he can do nothing but what is right, or what he may; av pns31 vmb vdi pix, uh pns31 vmb vdi pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j-jn, cc r-crq pns31 vmb; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 559
11073 Who can say unto him, thou hast done amisse? Who can see a fault, in any of his workes? If God hath done a thing, there is no query to be put about it whether it be right or no? for he is righteousnesse it selfe. Who can say unto him, thou hast done amiss? Who can see a fault, in any of his works? If God hath done a thing, there is no query to be put about it whither it be right or no? for he is righteousness it self. r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno31, pns21 vh2 vdn av? q-crq vmb vvi dt n1, p-acp d pp-f po31 n2? cs np1 vhz vdn dt n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31 cs pn31 vbb j-jn cc av-dx? c-acp pns31 vbz n1 pn31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1851 Page 559
11074 Abraham useth another argument to shew that God can doe no unrighteousnesse ( Gen: 18.25.) Shall not the Judge of all the earth doe right? God (saith he) is the Judge of all men, Abraham uses Another argument to show that God can do no unrighteousness (Gen: 18.25.) Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? God (Says he) is the Judge of all men, np1 vvz j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmb vdi dx n1 (np1: crd.) vmb xx dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vdb vvi? np1 (vvz pns31) vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1852 Page 559
11075 therefore he neither will nor can doe wrong to any man. Therefore he neither will nor can do wrong to any man. av pns31 av-dx vmb ccx vmb vdi j-jn p-acp d n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1852 Page 559
11076 Abraham did not plead there, as if he doubted that God might goe wrong, unlesse he by his intercession did take him off; Abraham did not plead there, as if he doubted that God might go wrong, unless he by his Intercession did take him off; np1 vdd xx vvi a-acp, c-acp cs pns31 vvd cst np1 vmd vvi j-jn, cs pns31 p-acp po31 n1 vdd vvi pno31 a-acp; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1852 Page 559
11077 but he brings an argument whereby he was assured that God would doe right, yea could not but doe right. but he brings an argument whereby he was assured that God would do right, yea could not but do right. cc-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn cst np1 vmd vdi j-jn, uh vmd xx cc-acp vdi j-jn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1852 Page 559
11078 He is the Judge of all the earth. He is the Judge of all the earth. pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1852 Page 559
11079 So ( Rom: 3.6.) assoone as the Apostle had sayd, Is God unrighteous that takes vengeance? I speak as a man; So (Rom: 3.6.) As soon as the Apostle had said, Is God unrighteous that Takes vengeance? I speak as a man; av (np1: crd.) av c-acp dt n1 vhd vvn, vbz np1 j cst vvz n1? pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1852 Page 559
11080 he subjoynes, God forbid, how then shall God judge the world? God is Judge of all the world, he subjoins, God forbid, how then shall God judge the world? God is Judge of all the world, pns31 vvz, np1 vvb, c-crq av vmb np1 vvi dt n1? np1 vbz n1 pp-f d dt n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1852 Page 559
11081 and the universality of his power puts him above all possibility of error in the exercise of his power. and the universality of his power puts him above all possibility of error in the exercise of his power. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1852 Page 559
11103 The Prophet assureth us ( Isa. 32.17.) The work of righteousness is peace; The Prophet assureth us (Isaiah 32.17.) The work of righteousness is peace; dt n1 vvz pno12 (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11082 The very reason why God doth not, cannot exercise his power beyond or besides the limits of justice, is because his power is altogether unlimited. The very reason why God does not, cannot exercise his power beyond or beside the Limits of Justice, is Because his power is altogether unlimited. dt j n1 c-crq np1 vdz xx, vmbx vvi po31 n1 p-acp cc a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbz p-acp po31 n1 vbz av j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1852 Page 559
11083 Fourthly, Elihu here speakes of God under the notion of a Judge; Shall he doe wickedly? shall he commit iniquity? Hence note. Fourthly, Elihu Here speaks of God under the notion of a Judge; Shall he do wickedly? shall he commit iniquity? Hence note. ord, np1 av vvz pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; vmb pns31 vdi av-j? vmb pns31 vvi n1? av vvi. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1853 Page 559
11084 It is an abomination for Judges to doe unjustly. Judges have justice, as it were, in their keeping, they have the charge of justice; It is an abomination for Judges to do unjustly. Judges have Justice, as it were, in their keeping, they have the charge of Justice; pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vdi av-j. n2 vhb n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp po32 n-vvg, pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1854 Page 559
11085 is it not an abomination for the keepers or protectors of Justice to violate it! is it not an abomination for the keepers or Protectors of justice to violate it! vbz pn31 xx dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31! (24) chapter (DIV2) 1855 Page 559
11086 Elihu having thus denied unrighteousnesse or any iniquity in God, proceeds to the proofe of it. Elihu having thus denied unrighteousness or any iniquity in God, proceeds to the proof of it. np1 vhg av vvn n1 cc d n1 p-acp np1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1855 Page 559
11087 To deny had been enough in this matter, but he gives a demonstration; To deny had been enough in this matter, but he gives a demonstration; p-acp n1 vhd vbn av-d p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz dt n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1855 Page 559
11088 as severall have been held out already in prosecuting the former observation, so the following text holds out another. as several have been held out already in prosecuting the former observation, so the following text holds out Another. c-acp j vhb vbn vvn av av p-acp vvg dt j n1, av dt j-vvg n1 vvz av j-jn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1855 Page 559
11089 Vers. 11. For the worke of a man shall he render unto him, and cause every man to find according to his waye. Vers. 11. For the work of a man shall he render unto him, and cause every man to find according to his Way. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1855 Page 560
11090 As if he had said, God doth every man right, therefore he is righteous, and there is no iniquity in him. As if he had said, God does every man right, Therefore he is righteous, and there is no iniquity in him. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, np1 vdz d n1 j-jn, av pns31 vbz j, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1856 Page 560
11091 Elihu having denyed any unrighteousness to be in God, here sheweth how he exerciseth righteousnesse. The worke of a man shall he render to him. Elihu having denied any unrighteousness to be in God, Here shows how he Exerciseth righteousness. The work of a man shall he render to him. np1 vhg vvn d n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, av vvz c-crq pns31 vvz n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1857 Page 560
11092 The work of a man is here put for the reward, issue, or fruit of his work; The work of a man is Here put for the reward, issue, or fruit of his work; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11093 God doth not render every mans work to him in kind, that is, the thing it selfe which he hath done, God does not render every men work to him in kind, that is, the thing it self which he hath done, np1 vdz xx vvi d ng1 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pn31 n1 q-crq pns31 vhz vdn, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11094 but the work in its result and reward. but the work in its result and reward. cc-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11095 That which God returneth to a man according to his work, may be called a reward in a fourfold respect. That which God returns to a man according to his work, may be called a reward in a fourfold respect. d r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, vmb vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11096 First, because it hath in it the benefit of a reward to the worker. Secondly, because it is given in answer to the work done. First, Because it hath in it the benefit of a reward to the worker. Secondly, Because it is given in answer to the work done. ord, c-acp pn31 vhz p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. ord, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vdn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11097 Thirdly, because God hath given his people leave, yea a command to beleeve and waite for good fruit to themselves, when they doe good works. Thirdly, Because God hath given his people leave, yea a command to believe and wait for good fruit to themselves, when they do good works. ord, c-acp np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 vvi, uh dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp px32, c-crq pns32 vdb j n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11098 Fourthly, because it is proportion'd to the work or duty performed. Fourthly, Because it is proportioned to the work or duty performed. ord, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11099 For as good is returned for good, so great good is returned for great good done. For as good is returned for good, so great good is returned for great good done. p-acp p-acp j vbz vvn p-acp j, av j j vbz vvn p-acp j av-j vdn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11100 Though the greatest good that ever was or can be done by a meere creature doth not deserve (by any intrinsick worth) the least good at the hand of God. Though the greatest good that ever was or can be done by a mere creature does not deserve (by any intrinsic worth) the least good At the hand of God. cs dt js j cst av vbds cc vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt j n1 vdz xx vvi (p-acp d j n1) dt av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11101 Thus saith the Spirit ( Rev. 14.13.) Blessed are the dead that dye in the Lord, from hence forth they rest from their labours, and their works follow them; Thus Says the Spirit (Rev. 14.13.) Blessed Are the dead that die in the Lord, from hence forth they rest from their labours, and their works follow them; av vvz dt n1 (n1 crd.) vvn vbr dt j cst vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp av av pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 n2 vvi pno32; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11102 not the workes which they did, but that which is by promise due to them for those workes. not the works which they did, but that which is by promise due to them for those works. xx dt n2 r-crq pns32 vdd, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz p-acp n1 j-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11147 and that ye receive not of her plagues. and that you receive not of her plagues. cc cst pn22 vvb xx pp-f po31 n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11104 we cannot understand it as a direct predication, but peace is the fruit or issue of the worke of righteousness, we cannot understand it as a Direct predication, but peace is the fruit or issue of the work of righteousness, pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11105 or as the latter part of the verse clearly expounds it, The effect of righteousnesse shall be quietness and assurance for ever. or as the latter part of the verse clearly expounds it, The Effect of righteousness shall be quietness and assurance for ever. cc p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j vvz pn31, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi n1 cc n1 c-acp av. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11106 Which as it is most true of the righteousness of Christ, who is our peace (Ephes. 2.14.) and our Peacemaker through the blood of his cross (Col. 1.20.) So it is true of mans righteousness, the work whereof is (by promise) crowned with the blessings of peace, both spirituall and corporall, temporall and eternall. Which as it is most true of the righteousness of christ, who is our peace (Ephesians 2.14.) and our Peacemaker through the blood of his cross (Col. 1.20.) So it is true of men righteousness, the work whereof is (by promise) crowned with the blessings of peace, both spiritual and corporal, temporal and Eternal. r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz po12 n1 (np1 crd.) cc po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j (np1 crd.) av pn31 vbz j pp-f ng1 n1, dt n1 c-crq vbz (p-acp n1) vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, d j cc j, j cc j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 560
11107 The work of a man Shall he render unto him. The work of a man Shall he render unto him. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1858 Page 561
11108 The word signisies a full retribution, it signifies also, in the Noune, peace; because when accounts are fully returned or rendred all is setled and quiet; The word signifies a full retribution, it signifies also, in the Noun, peace; Because when accounts Are Fully returned or rendered all is settled and quiet; dt n1 vvz dt j n1, pn31 vvz av, p-acp dt n1, n1; c-acp q-crq n2 vbr av-j vvn cc vvn d vbz vvn cc j-jn; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1859 Page 561
11109 when a man upon account is discharged, he hath a quietus est, that is an acquittance wherein he may be quiet; when a man upon account is discharged, he hath a quietus est, that is an acquittance wherein he may be quiet; c-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vhz dt n1 fw-la, cst vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vbi j-jn; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1859 Page 561
11110 none can legally molest or trouble him. none can legally molest or trouble him. pix vmb av-j vvi cc vvi pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1859 Page 561
11111 That which God will returne to all men, they must and shall rest in, though that which he will render to man for his evill works unrepented of, will give him no rest. That which God will return to all men, they must and shall rest in, though that which he will render to man for his evil works unrepented of, will give him no rest. d r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, pns32 vmb cc vmb vvi p-acp, cs d r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n2 n1 pp-f, vmb vvi pno31 dx n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1859 Page 561
11112 The work of a man shall he render unto him. The word is very generall; The work of a man shall he render unto him. The word is very general; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno31. dt n1 vbz av j; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1859 Page 561
11113 he doth not say this, that, or 'tother worke, but the work, which is as much as an universall, every work of a man, his good works, he does not say this, that, or tother work, but the work, which is as much as an universal, every work of a man, his good works, pns31 vdz xx vvi d, cst, cc n-jn vvi, cc-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp d c-acp dt j, d n1 pp-f dt n1, po31 j n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11114 and his bad works, his open works, and his secret works, his great and lesser works, there is not the least graine of a mans works, that shall be unanswered or un-returned to him; and his bad works, his open works, and his secret works, his great and lesser works, there is not the least grain of a men works, that shall be unanswered or unreturned to him; cc po31 j n2, po31 j n2, cc po31 j-jn n2, po31 j cc jc n2, pc-acp vbz xx dt ds n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2, cst vmb vbi j cc j p-acp pno31; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11115 and, when the Text saith the work of a man &c. we are not to take works in an exclusive sence, either first, and, when the Text Says the work of a man etc. we Are not to take works in an exclusive sense, either First, cc, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1, d ord, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11116 as to words, as if God would render to man his works, but not his words; as to words, as if God would render to man his works, but not his words; c-acp p-acp n2, c-acp cs np1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc-acp xx po31 n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11117 mans words will come to an account as well as his works; men words will come to an account as well as his works; ng1 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp po31 n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11118 they must be answered for whether good or bad. ( Math. 12.36, 37.) For every idle word, that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment; they must be answered for whither good or bad. (Math. 12.36, 37.) For every idle word, that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgement; pns32 vmb vbi vvn c-acp cs j cc j. (np1 crd, crd) p-acp d j n1, cst n2 vmb vvi, pns32 vmb vvi n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11119 for by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned; for by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned; c-acp p-acp po21 n2 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, cc p-acp po21 n2 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11120 that is, it shall be rendered to thee according to thy words, or as thy words have been, that is, it shall be rendered to thee according to thy words, or as thy words have been, cst vbz, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno21 vvg p-acp po21 n2, cc p-acp po21 n2 vhb vbn, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11121 so it shall be with thee. so it shall be with thee. av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno21. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11122 Nor secondly, are we to take the works of a man, exclusively, or in opposition to his thoughts; Nor secondly, Are we to take the works of a man, exclusively, or in opposition to his thoughts; ccx ord, vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-j, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11123 as if God would render to man what he hath acted outwardly, but not what he hath acted inwardly, as if God would render to man what he hath acted outwardly, but not what he hath acted inwardly, c-acp cs np1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn av-j, cc-acp xx r-crq pns31 vhz vvn av-j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11124 or would passe by his thoughts. or would pass by his thoughts. cc vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11125 We must give an account of our thoughts, which are the spring of our works as well as of our words, which are the publishers and proclaimers of them. We must give an account of our thoughts, which Are the spring of our works as well as of our words, which Are the publishers and proclaimers of them. pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 c-acp av c-acp pp-f po12 n2, r-crq vbr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11126 God shall bring every work (saith Solomon, Eccl. 12.14.) to judgment, and every secret thing, the most secret whispers of the tongue, God shall bring every work (Says Solomon, Ecclesiastes 12.14.) to judgement, and every secret thing, the most secret whispers of the tongue, np1 vmb vvi d n1 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) p-acp n1, cc d j-jn n1, dt av-ds j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11127 and the most secret plottings, contrivings, devisings, designings, yea the simple and single thinkings of the heart. and the most secret plottings, contrivings, devisings, designings, yea the simple and single thinkings of the heart. cc dt av-ds j-jn n2, n2-vvg, n2-vvg, n2-vvg, uh dt j cc j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11128 These are not only the moulds and principles of every work, but every one of these is a work, These Are not only the moulds and principles of every work, but every one of these is a work, d vbr xx av-j dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, cc-acp d crd pp-f d vbz dt n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11129 and all of them the whole work of the inner man; and all of them the Whole work of the inner man; cc d pp-f pno32 dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 561
11130 whose work, or what is wrought there, is chiefly, as well as only, under the inspection and eye of God. whose work, or what is wrought there, is chiefly, as well as only, under the inspection and eye of God. rg-crq n1, cc r-crq vbz vvn a-acp, vbz av-jn, c-acp av c-acp av-j, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1860 Page 562
11131 Againe, The work of a man shall he render unto him, &c. He doth not say the works of another man shall he render to any man, Again, The work of a man shall he render unto him, etc. He does not say the works of Another man shall he render to any man, av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno31, av pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp d n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11132 but the work of a man shall he render to him; he that doth the work shall have the reward; but the work of a man shall he render to him; he that does the work shall have the reward; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno31; pns31 cst vdz dt n1 vmb vhi dt n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11133 the works of one man shall not be rendered to another, but every mans own works shall. the works of one man shall not be rendered to Another, but every men own works shall. dt n2 pp-f crd n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp j-jn, cc-acp d ng1 d n2 vmb. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11134 As the faith of another man shall not help us, if we have no faith; As the faith of Another man shall not help us, if we have no faith; p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vmb xx vvi pno12, cs pns12 vhb dx n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11135 Abrahams faith (who had a mighty faith) will doe us no good, if we have no faith of our own, Abrahams faith (who had a mighty faith) will do us not good, if we have no faith of our own, np1 n1 (r-crq vhd dt j n1) vmb vdi pno12 xx j, cs pns12 vhb dx n1 pp-f po12 d, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11136 so the good works of another man shall doe us no good if we have none of our own. so the good works of Another man shall do us not good if we have none of our own. av dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vmb vdi pno12 xx j cs pns12 vhb pix pp-f po12 d. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11137 And as not the good works, so the evill works of others, shall not be rendered to us. And as not the good works, so the evil works of Others, shall not be rendered to us. cc c-acp xx dt j n2, av dt j-jn n2 pp-f n2-jn, vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno12. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11138 The hurtfull works of others shall not hurt us, if we doe no hurt. The hurtful works of Others shall not hurt us, if we do not hurt. dt j n2 pp-f n2-jn vmb xx vvi pno12, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11139 I grant we may partake of the evill works of others, yea, we may make other mens works our own, either by consenting to them before they are done, I grant we may partake of the evil works of Others, yea, we may make other men's works our own, either by consenting to them before they Are done, pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f n2-jn, uh, pns12 vmb vvi j-jn ng2 n2 po12 d, av-d p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr vdn, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11140 or by approving them after they are done, or by not reproving them, when we have opportunity. or by approving them After they Are done, or by not reproving them, when we have opportunity. cc p-acp vvg pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr vdn, cc a-acp xx vvg pno32, c-crq pns12 vhb n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11141 In these and many other cases, we may make other mens evill works our own; In these and many other cases, we may make other men's evil works our own; p-acp d cc d j-jn n2, pns12 vmb vvi j-jn ng2 j-jn n2 po12 d; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11142 and so farre as other mens works are our own, God shall render them also unto us: and so Far as other men's works Are our own, God shall render them also unto us: cc av av-j c-acp j-jn ng2 n2 vbr po12 d, np1 vmb vvi pno32 av p-acp pno12: (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11143 Hence that caution given by the Apostle to Timothy (1 Tim. 5.22.) Lay hands suddainly on no man, Hence that caution given by the Apostle to Timothy (1 Tim. 5.22.) Lay hands suddenly on no man, av cst n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 (crd np1 crd.) vvd n2 av-j p-acp dx n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11144 neither be partaker of other mens sins, keep thy self pure. neither be partaker of other men's Sins, keep thy self pure. av-dx vbi n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, vvb po21 n1 j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11145 They that partake (in any of those wayes mentioned before, or in any other way) of any mans sins may also quickly partake of his punishment. They that partake (in any of those ways mentioned before, or in any other Way) of any men Sins may also quickly partake of his punishment. pns32 d vvb (p-acp d pp-f d n2 vvn a-acp, cc p-acp d j-jn n1) pp-f d ng1 n2 vmb av av-j vvi pp-f po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11146 Thus John heard a voyce from Heaven (Rev. 18.4.) saying come out of her (that is, out of Babylon) my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, Thus John herd a voice from Heaven (Rev. 18.4.) saying come out of her (that is, out of Babylon) my people, that you be not partakers of her Sins, av np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 (n1 crd.) vvg vvb av pp-f po31 (cst vbz, av pp-f np1) po11 n1, cst pn22 vbb xx n2 pp-f po31 n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11148 Not only is that work ours which we doe, but that also may be ours, by participation, which others do. Not only is that work ours which we do, but that also may be ours, by participation, which Others doe. xx j vbz cst vvb png12 r-crq pns12 vdb, cc-acp cst av vmb vbi png12, p-acp n1, r-crq n2-jn n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11149 And by what title soever a work becomes any mans, the worke of the man shall God render unto him. And by what title soever a work becomes any men, the work of the man shall God render unto him. cc p-acp r-crq n1 av dt n1 vvz d n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb np1 vvi p-acp pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11150 And he will cause every man to find according to his wayes. And he will cause every man to find according to his ways. cc pns31 vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1861 Page 562
11151 This latter part of the verse containes the same thing with the former in another cloathing of words. This latter part of the verse contains the same thing with the former in Another clothing of words. d d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt d n1 p-acp dt j p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1862 Page 562
11152 Some read the Text thus, and he will find every man in his way; let man goe in what way he will, God will meet with him. some read the Text thus, and he will find every man in his Way; let man go in what Way he will, God will meet with him. d vvb dt n1 av, cc pns31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n1; vvb n1 vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmb, np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1863 Page 562
11153 That's a truth, God will meet or find a man in a good way to incourage guide, assist and reward him. That's a truth, God will meet or find a man in a good Way to encourage guide, assist and reward him. d|vbz dt n1, np1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1, vvb cc vvi pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1863 Page 562
11154 And God will meet or find a man in an evill way, to stop, oppose and punish him. And God will meet or find a man in an evil Way, to stop, oppose and Punish him. cc np1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi, vvi cc vvi pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1863 Page 562
11155 God will find every man in his way, and man shall find God to him according as the way is wherein he findeth him. God will find every man in his Way, and man shall find God to him according as the Way is wherein he finds him. np1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz c-crq pns31 vvz pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1863 Page 563
11156 We render very well, and fully to the sence, he will cause every man to find according to his way. We render very well, and Fully to the sense, he will cause every man to find according to his Way. pns12 vvb av av, cc av-j p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1864 Page 563
11157 I find an Interpreter over-curiously distinguishing between a mans work and his way, which doubtlesse here, in effect, are the same, I find an Interpreter overcuriously distinguishing between a men work and his Way, which doubtless Here, in Effect, Are the same, pns11 vvb dt n1 j vvg p-acp dt ng1 vvb cc po31 n1, r-crq av-j av, p-acp n1, vbr dt d, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1865 Page 563
11158 yet there may be a graduall difference; yet there may be a gradual difference; av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j-jn n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1865 Page 563
11159 work being taken for this or that particular act, and way, for a continued course either good or evill. work being taken for this or that particular act, and Way, for a continued course either good or evil. vvb vbg vvn p-acp d cc d j n1, cc n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1 av-d j cc j-jn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1865 Page 563
11160 Againe, The way of a man may be considered in association with his ends. Every man goeth such or such a way for some speciall end; Again, The Way of a man may be considered in association with his ends. Every man Goes such or such a Way for Some special end; av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2. np1 n1 vvz d cc d dt n1 p-acp d j n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11161 no man takes a step in any way without a purpose, nor doth any wise or good man take a step in any way without a good purpose. no man Takes a step in any Way without a purpose, nor does any wise or good man take a step in any Way without a good purpose. dx n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, ccx vdz d j cc j n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11162 Yet there is (finis operis) an end or issue of the work, as also (finis operantis) an end proposed by the worker. Yet there is (finis operis) an end or issue of the work, as also (finis operantis) an end proposed by the worker. av a-acp vbz (fw-la fw-la) dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av (fw-la fw-la) dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11163 And oftentimes that proves to be the end of a work which was not the end purposed by the worker. And oftentimes that Proves to be the end of a work which was not the end purposed by the worker. cc av cst vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbds xx dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11164 The end of a mans work or way, proves sometimes better and sometimes worser then he proposed. The end of a men work or Way, Proves sometime better and sometime Worse then he proposed. dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc n1, vvz av av-jc cc av jc cs pns31 vvd. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11165 Possibly a man may not find according to that end of his way and work which he intended not, whether good or evill. Possibly a man may not find according to that end of his Way and work which he intended not, whither good or evil. av-j dt n1 vmb xx vvi vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc vvi r-crq pns31 vvd xx, cs j cc j-jn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11166 But assuredly whatsoever good or evill end a man proposeth to himself, when he enters upon his work or way, God will cause him to find accordingly. But assuredly whatsoever good or evil end a man Proposeth to himself, when he enters upon his work or Way, God will cause him to find accordingly. p-acp av-vvn r-crq j cc j-jn n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp px31, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, np1 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av-vvg. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11167 So that when Elihu saith, God will cause every man to find according to his way, he intimates, that God will not only render to man according to the matter of his work, So that when Elihu Says, God will cause every man to find according to his Way, he intimates, that God will not only render to man according to the matter of his work, av cst c-crq np1 vvz, np1 vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz, cst np1 vmb xx av-j vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11168 or outward path of his way, but well considereth every mans scope and intendment, or what he would have his work issue in, or outward path of his Way, but well Considereth every men scope and intendment, or what he would have his work issue in, cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp av vvz d ng1 n1 cc n1, cc r-crq pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 n1 p-acp, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11169 and causeth him to find as he findeth that to be. As the end which man proposeth to himselfe, hath a great influence upon his way, and Causes him to find as he finds that to be. As the end which man Proposeth to himself, hath a great influence upon his Way, cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvz cst pc-acp vbi. p-acp dt n1 r-crq n1 vvz p-acp px31, vhz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11170 so upon his account with God about it. This is a good sence. so upon his account with God about it. This is a good sense. av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31. d vbz dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11171 God will cause every man to find according to his way, both as his way is taken for the matter or course of his actions, God will cause every man to find according to his Way, both as his Way is taken for the matter or course of his actions, np1 vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1, d c-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11172 as also sor the scope and design of them. Hence Observe, First. Every man shall have according to what he hath done. as also sor the scope and Design of them. Hence Observe, First. Every man shall have according to what he hath done. c-acp av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. av vvb, ord. np1 n1 vmb vhi vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1866 Page 563
11173 Our receivings will be according to our layings out, whether good or evill. Our receivings will be according to our layings out, whither good or evil. po12 n2 vmb vbi vvg p-acp po12 n2-vvg av, cs j cc j-jn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1868 Page 563
11174 God is so farre from doing any man wrong, that every man shall have his due reward. ( Psal. 62.12.) Also to thee O Lord belongeth mercy, God is so Far from doing any man wrong, that every man shall have his due reward. (Psalm 62.12.) Also to thee Oh Lord belongeth mercy, np1 vbz av av-j p-acp vdg d n1 vvi, cst d n1 vmb vhi po31 j-jn n1. (np1 crd.) av p-acp pno21 uh n1 vvz n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1868 Page 564
11175 for thou renderest to every man according to his work. for thou renderest to every man according to his work. c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1868 Page 564
11176 And lest any should hope to escape the evill which at least some of their evill works deserve by the secrecy of them, that hope is quite dashed because God is the searcher and seer not only of our works but of our hearts ( Prov. 24.12.) Doth not he that pondereth the heart consider it, And lest any should hope to escape the evil which At least Some of their evil works deserve by the secrecy of them, that hope is quite dashed Because God is the searcher and seer not only of our works but of our hearts (Curae 24.12.) Does not he that pondereth the heart Consider it, cc cs d vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n-jn r-crq a-acp ds d pp-f po32 j-jn n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cst n1 vbz av vvn p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 xx av-j pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pp-f po12 n2 (np1 crd.) vdz xx pns31 cst vvz dt n1 vvb pn31, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1868 Page 564
11177 and he that keepeth the soul, doth not he know it? (what followes?) and shall not he render to every man according to his works? Solomon speaks in that place of such as make excuses to shift themselves off from acts of charity; and he that Keepeth the soul, does not he know it? (what follows?) and shall not he render to every man according to his works? Solomon speaks in that place of such as make excuses to shift themselves off from acts of charity; cc pns31 cst vvz dt n1, vdz xx pns31 vvi pn31? (r-crq vvz?) cc vmb xx pns31 vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2? np1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f d c-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi px32 a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1868 Page 564
11178 they will say, we know not whether it be so with him or no; possibly he may not be in such want as he pretendeth. they will say, we know not whither it be so with him or no; possibly he may not be in such want as he pretendeth. pns32 vmb vvi, pns12 vvb xx cs pn31 vbb av p-acp pno31 cc uh-dx; av-j pns31 vmb xx vbi p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vvz. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1868 Page 564
11179 Take heed of these cloaks of covetousnesse, and pitifull pleas to save your purses from shewing pity to the poor, Take heed of these cloaks of covetousness, and pitiful pleasant to save your purses from showing pity to the poor, vvb n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1868 Page 564
11180 for (saith Solomon) Will not God search it out, and render to every man according to his worke? The holy Scripture abounds in this poynt. Read Jer. 32.19. Ezek. 33.10. Rom. 2.6. 2 Cor. 5.10. 1 Pet. 1.17. Rev. 22.12. for (Says Solomon) Will not God search it out, and render to every man according to his work? The holy Scripture abounds in this point. Read Jer. 32.19. Ezekiel 33.10. Rom. 2.6. 2 Cor. 5.10. 1 Pet. 1.17. Rev. 22.12. c-acp (vvz np1) vmb xx np1 vvi pn31 av, cc vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1? dt j n1 vvz p-acp d n1. np1 np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. crd np1 crd. n1 crd. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1868 Page 564
11181 But some may say, how doth God render to every man his work? Is it not said He justifieth the ungodly (Rom. 4.5.) Are the works of an ungodly man rendred to him, when he is justified? But Some may say, how does God render to every man his work? Is it not said He Justifieth the ungodly (Rom. 4.5.) are the works of an ungodly man rendered to him, when he is justified? p-acp d vmb vvi, q-crq vdz np1 vvi p-acp d n1 po31 n1? vbz pn31 xx vvn pns31 vvz dt j (np1 crd.) vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn? (24) chapter (DIV2) 1869 Page 564
11182 I answer, it is one thing what God will do through free grace, and another what he will deale out in strictnesse of Justice. I answer, it is one thing what God will do through free grace, and Another what he will deal out in strictness of justice. pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz crd n1 r-crq np1 vmb vdi p-acp j n1, cc j-jn r-crq pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11183 The Apostle speaks in that place of the free grace of God to sinners, not of his Justice against sinners. The Apostle speaks in that place of the free grace of God to Sinners, not of his justice against Sinners. dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, xx pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11184 Secondly, though God justifieth the ungodly, yet he never justifieth ungodlinesse; Secondly, though God Justifieth the ungodly, yet he never Justifieth ungodliness; ord, cs np1 vvz dt j, av pns31 av-x vvz n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11185 or, though he justifieth a man who hath done many evill works, yea all whose works are evill, or, though he Justifieth a man who hath done many evil works, yea all whose works Are evil, cc, cs pns31 vvz dt n1 r-crq vhz vdn d j-jn n2, uh d rg-crq n2 vbr j-jn, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11267 and his trust (that is, what he trusteth to) shall be a spiders web (that is, weake like that, and his trust (that is, what he Trusteth to) shall be a spiders web (that is, weak like that, cc po31 n1 (cst vbz, r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp) vmb vbi dt ng1 n1 (cst vbz, j av-j cst, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1881 Page 568
11186 yet he never justifieth nor rewardeth the work of an evill man. Thirdly, God acts according to justice and righteousness where he justifieth the ungodly; yet he never Justifieth nor Rewardeth the work of an evil man. Thirdly, God acts according to Justice and righteousness where he Justifieth the ungodly; av pns31 av-x vvz ccx vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. ord, np1 vvz vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 c-crq pns31 vvz dt j; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11187 he doth not shew favour to the ungodly in his own wrong. he does not show favour to the ungodly in his own wrong. pns31 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp dt j p-acp po31 d n-jn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11188 Acts of grace from God are not opposite to his Justice, much lesse doe they contradict or overthrow it. Acts of grace from God Are not opposite to his justice, much less doe they contradict or overthrow it. np1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vbr xx j-jn p-acp po31 n1, av-d av-dc n1 pns32 vvi cc vvi pn31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11189 He doth not justifie an ungodly man in himselfe, or meerly considered in his ungodlinesse, He does not justify an ungodly man in himself, or merely considered in his ungodliness, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt j n1 p-acp px31, cc av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11190 but he justifieth him in the righteousness of another, even of Jesus Christ, who hath given full satisfaction to the Justice of God with respect to the ungodly whom he justifieth. but he Justifieth him in the righteousness of Another, even of jesus christ, who hath given full satisfaction to the justice of God with respect to the ungodly whom he Justifieth. cc-acp pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, av pp-f np1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j r-crq pns31 vvz. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11191 Lastly, we may say, that God renders the work of an ungodly man to him when he justifieth him; Lastly, we may say, that God renders the work of an ungodly man to him when he Justifieth him; ord, pns12 vmb vvi, cst np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz pno31; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 564
11192 for though then he hath not done, nor ever can doe any works which deserve the justification of his person; for though then he hath not done, nor ever can do any works which deserve the justification of his person; c-acp cs av pns31 vhz xx vdn, ccx av vmb vdi d n2 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 565
11193 yet God doth render to him, according to that present work of faith in closing with the promise and the work of Christs righteousnesse therein tendered to him, yet God does render to him, according to that present work of faith in closing with the promise and the work of Christ righteousness therein tendered to him, av np1 vdz vvi p-acp pno31, vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av vvn p-acp pno31, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 565
11194 and applyed by him for his justification. and applied by him for his justification. cc vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1870 Page 565
11195 Further, that other Scripture seems to lye in the way of this observation ( Psal. 103.10.) He hath not dealt with us after our sins, Further, that other Scripture seems to lie in the Way of this observation (Psalm 103.10.) He hath not dealt with us After our Sins, jc, cst j-jn n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 (np1 crd.) pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1871 Page 565
11196 or rewarded us according to our iniquities. How then doth God render every man his work? I answer as before; or rewarded us according to our iniquities. How then does God render every man his work? I answer as before; cc vvn pno12 p-acp p-acp po12 n2. c-crq av vdz np1 vvi d n1 po31 n1? pns11 vvb c-acp a-acp; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1871 Page 565
11197 Acts of mercy do not cross acts of justice. Acts of mercy do not cross acts of Justice. n2 pp-f n1 vdb xx vvi n2 pp-f n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11198 When the Lord doth not deal with any man according to his sins, it is because he hath freely pardoned his sins; When the Lord does not deal with any man according to his Sins, it is Because he hath freely pardoned his Sins; c-crq dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, pn31 vbz c-acp pns31 vhz av-j vvn po31 n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11199 and he doth not reward a man according to his iniquity, because his iniquities are done away; and he does not reward a man according to his iniquity, Because his iniquities Are done away; cc pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, c-acp po31 n2 vbr vdn av; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11200 thus he deals with all his own people, who are received to favour through Jesus Christ; thus he deals with all his own people, who Are received to favour through jesus christ; av pns31 vvz p-acp d po31 d n1, r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11201 but no wicked man, no impenitent person in the world, shall have cause to say, that God hath not dealt with him according to his sin, but no wicked man, no impenitent person in the world, shall have cause to say, that God hath not dealt with him according to his since, cc-acp dx j n1, dx j n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp po31 n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11202 or hath not rewarded him according to his iniquity. or hath not rewarded him according to his iniquity. cc vhz xx vvn pno31 vvg p-acp po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11203 There may be some present stops of Justice, through the patience of God to wicked men; There may be Some present stops of justice, through the patience of God to wicked men; pc-acp vmb vbi d j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11204 their works are not alwayes presently rendered into their bosomes, but they shall. their works Are not always presently rendered into their bosoms, but they shall. po32 n2 vbr xx av av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp pns32 vmb. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11205 God will render to every man according to his work, one way or other, one time or other; God will render to every man according to his work, one Way or other, one time or other; np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, crd n1 cc n-jn, crd n1 cc n-jn; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11206 The full rendering to all men according to their works will be at the great day; The full rendering to all men according to their works will be At the great day; dt j vvg p-acp d n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11207 in this world the godly doe not somtimes receive according to their good works, nor doe the wicked according to their evill works; in this world the godly do not sometimes receive according to their good works, nor do the wicked according to their evil works; p-acp d n1 dt j vdb xx av vvi vvg p-acp po32 j n2, ccx vdb dt j vvg p-acp po32 j-jn n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11208 Good men are often rewarded with shame and reproach, with want and poverty, with banishment and imprisonment, with tortures and with death in this present world; Good men Are often rewarded with shame and reproach, with want and poverty, with banishment and imprisonment, with tortures and with death in this present world; j n2 vbr av vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n2 cc p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11209 but the Lord will have a time to render to them according to their workes, though at no time for their works; but the Lord will have a time to render to them according to their works, though At no time for their works; cc-acp dt n1 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 vvg p-acp po32 n2, cs p-acp dx n1 p-acp po32 n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11210 so look upon wicked men, and their workes, they goe often unpunished at the present, so look upon wicked men, and their works, they go often unpunished At the present, av vvb p-acp j n2, cc po32 n2, pns32 vvb av j p-acp dt j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11211 yea many of them prosper greatly (as I have had occasion to shew more then once in opening this Book) they have their good things, many good things in this life, yea many of them prosper greatly (as I have had occasion to show more then once in opening this Book) they have their good things, many good things in this life, uh d pp-f pno32 vvi av-j (c-acp pns11 vhb vhn n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc cs a-acp p-acp vvg d n1) pns32 vhb po32 j n2, d j n2 p-acp d n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11212 but the time will come when God will render to the wicked their work, and they shall be forced to say, that he hath caused them to find according to their wayes. but the time will come when God will render to the wicked their work, and they shall be forced to say, that he hath caused them to find according to their ways. cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j po32 n1, cc pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po32 n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11213 Take two or three inferences from this generall truth. If God will render the work of a man to him; Then Take two or three inferences from this general truth. If God will render the work of a man to him; Then vvb crd cc crd n2 p-acp d j n1. cs np1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31; av (24) chapter (DIV2) 1872 Page 565
11214 First, Godly men have great encouragement to doe good, yea to abound in doing good workes. First, Godly men have great encouragement to do good, yea to abound in doing good works. ord, j n2 vhb j n1 pc-acp vdi j, uh p-acp vvi p-acp vdg j n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 565
11215 That's the Apostles argument (1 Cor: 15.58.) Be ye stedfast and unmoveable in the worke of the Lord, That's the Apostles argument (1 Cor: 15.58.) Be you steadfast and Unmovable in the work of the Lord, d|vbz dt np1 n1 (crd fw-la: crd.) vbb pn22 j cc j-u p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11216 forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vaine in the Lord; that is, the Lord will render to every man his labour. forasmuch as you know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord; that is, the Lord will render to every man his labour. av c-acp pn22 vvb cst po22 n1 vbz xx p-acp j p-acp dt n1; cst vbz, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 po31 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11217 Hence also that of Solomon (Eccl: 11.1.) Cast thy bread upon the waters, for thou shalt find it after many dayes. Hence also that of Solomon (Ecclesiastes: 11.1.) Cast thy bred upon the waters, for thou shalt find it After many days. av av d pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n2, c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 p-acp d n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11218 Charities done in faith as an holy offering to God, produce a sure encrease. Charities done in faith as an holy offering to God, produce a sure increase. ng1 vdn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, vvb dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11219 To give with a right heart to the poore, is the best way of growing rich. To give with a right heart to the poor, is the best Way of growing rich. p-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j, vbz dt js n1 pp-f vvg j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11220 For God will render to man according to that work. And as it may incourage to doe good, so to doe it against all discouragements. For God will render to man according to that work. And as it may encourage to do good, so to do it against all discouragements. p-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp d n1. cc c-acp pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi j, av pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp d n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11221 We must not only doe good when the Sun shines, when it is faire weather with us, and all men applaud us; We must not only do good when the Sun shines, when it is fair weather with us, and all men applaud us; pns12 vmb xx av-j vdi j c-crq dt n1 vvz, c-crq pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp pno12, cc d n2 vvb pno12; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11222 but though men frowne and scorne, though (which Solomon reports as one of the great vanities of this world, Eccl: 4.4.) For a right worke, a man be envied of his neighbour; but though men frown and scorn, though (which Solomon reports as one of the great vanities of this world, Ecclesiastes: 4.4.) For a right work, a man be envied of his neighbour; cc-acp cs n2 vvb cc n1, cs (r-crq np1 vvz p-acp crd pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, np1: crd.) p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11223 let us not hold our hand from doing good, though we are opposed and checkt, let us not hold our hand from doing good, though we Are opposed and checked, vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n1 p-acp vdg j, cs pns12 vbr vvn cc vvn, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11224 though we are traduced and slandred, though we are mis-interpreted and have the foulest glosses put upon our fairest workes, though we Are traduced and slandered, though we Are Misinterpreted and have the Foulest Glosses put upon our Fairest works, cs pns12 vbr vvn cc vvn, cs pns12 vbr vvn cc vhb dt js n2 vvn p-acp po12 js n2, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11225 though men call our zeale madness and our circumspect walking hypocrisie, yea though we are persecuted and suffer the worst of evills, though men call our zeal madness and our circumspect walking hypocrisy, yea though we Are persecuted and suffer the worst of evils, cs n2 vvb po12 n1 n1 cc po12 j j-vvg n1, uh cs pns12 vbr vvn cc vvi dt js pp-f n2-jn, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11226 though men cast stones at us (as they did at Christ for his good workes) yet let us not be deterred from doing good. though men cast stones At us (as they did At christ for his good works) yet let us not be deterred from doing good. cs n2 vvb n2 p-acp pno12 (c-acp pns32 vdd p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n2) av vvb pno12 xx vbi vvn p-acp vdg j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11268 because like that, woven out of his owne bowels) he shall leane upon his house, Because like that, woven out of his own bowels) he shall lean upon his house, c-acp av-j cst, vvn av pp-f po31 d n2) pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1881 Page 568
11227 For howsoever men deale with us, or what rendrings soever we find from the world, yet God will render to us both according to the rightnesse of our worke done, For howsoever men deal with us, or what renderings soever we find from the world, yet God will render to us both according to the rightness of our work done, p-acp c-acp n2 vvb p-acp pno12, cc r-crq n2-vvg av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, av np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vdn, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11228 and according to the uprightnesse of our hearts in doing it. and according to the uprightness of our hearts in doing it. cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp vdg pn31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11229 Let this provoke us not only to doe the Lords worke, but to doe it with much patience, Let this provoke us not only to do the lords work, but to do it with much patience, vvb d vvi pno12 xx j pc-acp vdi dt n2 vvb, cc-acp pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp d n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11230 and perseverance, for in due time we shall reape if we faint not; where there hath been sowing, there will be reaping; and perseverance, for in due time we shall reap if we faint not; where there hath been sowing, there will be reaping; cc n1, c-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pns12 vmb vvi cs pns12 vvb xx; c-crq a-acp vhz vbn vvg, pc-acp vmb vbi vvg; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11231 and where the seed time hath been with teares, the harvest or reaping time shall be with joy. and where the seed time hath been with tears, the harvest or reaping time shall be with joy. cc c-crq dt n1 n1 vhz vbn p-acp n2, dt n1 cc vvg n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1874 Page 566
11232 Secondly, This is a dreadfull doctrine to evill workers; Some (as the Apostle calls the Cretians, out of their owne Prophet) are evill beasts, slow bellyes; Secondly, This is a dreadful Doctrine to evil workers; some (as the Apostle calls the Cretians, out of their own Prophet) Are evil beasts, slow bellies; ord, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp j-jn n2; d (c-acp dt n1 vvz dt njp2, av pp-f po32 d n1) vbr j-jn n2, j n2; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1875 Page 566
11233 and as they are slothfull, or slow bellyes at doing good: and as they Are slothful, or slow bellies At doing good: cc c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc j n2 p-acp vdg j: (24) chapter (DIV2) 1875 Page 566
11234 so they are very free and forward, very quicke, lively, and nimble beasts in doing evill. so they Are very free and forward, very quick, lively, and nimble beasts in doing evil. av pns32 vbr av j cc av-j, av j, j, cc j n2 p-acp vdg n-jn. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1875 Page 566
11235 O how should evill workers tremble at this Scripture, To every man will God render according to his worke; O how should evil workers tremble At this Scripture, To every man will God render according to his work; sy q-crq vmd j-jn n2 vvb p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1 vmb np1 vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1875 Page 566
11236 as a cup of cold water given to a disciple, in the name of a disciple, shall not be lost, as a cup of cold water given to a disciple, in the name of a disciple, shall not be lost, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb xx vbi vvn, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1875 Page 566
11237 but have a reward, and the giver fully payd for it; ( Math: 10.42.) so not any the least evill worke, impenitently continued in, shall be unpunished. but have a reward, and the giver Fully paid for it; (Math: 10.42.) so not any the least evil work, impenitently continued in, shall be unpunished. cc-acp vhb dt n1, cc dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp pn31; (np1: crd.) av xx d dt av-ds j-jn n1, av-jn vvn p-acp, vmb vbi j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1875 Page 566
11238 Further, God will not render to man according to the opinion he hath of himselfe. (A bad man and the worst of his workes may be good in his owne conceit; Further, God will not render to man according to the opinion he hath of himself. (A bad man and the worst of his works may be good in his own conceit; jc, np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz pp-f px31. (dt j n1 cc dt js pp-f po31 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 d n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1876 Page 567
11239 He may flatter himselfe in his owne eyes, untill his iniquity be found to be hatefull, Psal: 36.2.) But God will render unto man according to what his workes are in truth. He may flatter himself in his own eyes, until his iniquity be found to be hateful, Psalm: 36.2.) But God will render unto man according to what his works Are in truth. pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp po31 d n2, c-acp po31 n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j, np1: crd.) p-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp r-crq po31 n2 vbr p-acp n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1876 Page 567
11240 Secondly, God will not render to man according to the thoughts which others have of him and of his work (some are high in the opinion not only of the world, Secondly, God will not render to man according to the thoughts which Others have of him and of his work (Some Are high in the opinion not only of the world, ord, np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 r-crq n2-jn vhb pp-f pno31 cc pp-f po31 n1 (d vbr j p-acp dt n1 xx av-j pp-f dt n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1877 Page 567
11241 but of some Good men, they have a name to be alive while they are dead, but of Some Good men, they have a name to be alive while they Are dead, cc-acp pp-f d j n2, pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vbi j cs pns32 vbr j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1877 Page 567
11242 and their workes dead workes) but God will render to man according to that cleare, certaine, and their works dead works) but God will render to man according to that clear, certain, cc po32 n2 j n2) p-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp d j, j, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1877 Page 567
11243 and infallible knowledge, which himselfe (by whom actions are weighed, 1 Sam: 2.3.) hath of them. and infallible knowledge, which himself (by whom actions Are weighed, 1 Sam: 2.3.) hath of them. cc j n1, r-crq px31 (p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvn, vvn np1: crd.) vhz pp-f pno32. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1877 Page 567
11244 Thirdly, God will not render to man according to his good meanings, when his workes are evill; Thirdly, God will not render to man according to his good meanings, when his works Are evil; ord, np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp po31 j n2, c-crq po31 n2 vbr j-jn; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1878 Page 567
11245 many will confesse they have done amisse, but they had good intendments in it. A right end will not excuse us, if our way be wrong; many will confess they have done amiss, but they had good intendments in it. A right end will not excuse us, if our Way be wrong; d vmb vvi pns32 vhb vdn av, cc-acp pns32 vhd j n2 p-acp pn31. dt j-jn n1 vmb xx vvi pno12, cs po12 n1 vbi j-jn; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1878 Page 567
11246 There is no pleading of meanings against commandements; nor will sincerity of intentions, cover the deformity and irregularity of actions. There is no pleading of meanings against Commandments; nor will sincerity of intentions, cover the deformity and irregularity of actions. pc-acp vbz dx n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp n2; ccx vmb n1 pp-f n2, vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1878 Page 567
11247 The Apostle pronounceth a fearefull doome against those who sayd ( Rom: 3.8.) Let us doe evill that good may come, whose damnation is just. The Apostle pronounceth a fearful doom against those who said (Rom: 3.8.) Let us do evil that good may come, whose damnation is just. dt n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq vvd (np1: crd.) vvb pno12 vdi n-jn cst j vmb vvi, rg-crq n1 vbz j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1878 Page 567
11248 Fourthly, As God will not render according to a mans good ends, if his worke be evill; Fourthly, As God will not render according to a men good ends, if his work be evil; ord, c-acp np1 vmb xx vvi vvg p-acp dt ng1 j n2, cs po31 n1 vbi j-jn; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11249 so remember, God will not render to man according to, his good workes, if his ends are bad. so Remember, God will not render to man according to, his good works, if his ends Are bad. av vvb, np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 vvg p-acp, po31 j n2, cs po31 n2 vbr j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11250 Therefore, consider your end when you enter your way, and begin your worke. ( Pro: 21.27.) The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord; Therefore, Consider your end when you enter your Way, and begin your work. (Pro: 21.27.) The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord; av, vvb po22 n1 c-crq pn22 vvb po22 n1, cc vvb po22 n1. (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11251 how much more when he bringeth it with an evill mind; that is, when he hath some bad end in doing it; how much more when he brings it with an evil mind; that is, when he hath Some bad end in doing it; c-crq av-d av-dc c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1; cst vbz, c-crq pns31 vhz d j n1 p-acp vdg pn31; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11252 A wicked mans sacrifice is an abomination to the Lord at the best, but much more when he hath base designes in his sacrifices or holy services. A wicked men sacrifice is an abomination to the Lord At the best, but much more when he hath base designs in his Sacrifices or holy services. dt j ng1 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt js, cc-acp av-d av-dc c-crq pns31 vhz j n2 p-acp po31 n2 cc j n2. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11253 Herod sayd to the wise men ( Math: 3.8.) Goe and search diligently for the young child, Herod said to the wise men (Math: 3.8.) Go and search diligently for the young child, np1 vvd p-acp dt j n2 (np1: crd.) vvb cc vvi av-j p-acp dt j n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11254 and when ye have found him bring me word againe, that I may come and worship him also: and when you have found him bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also: cc c-crq pn22 vhb vvn pno31 vvi pno11 n1 av, cst pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi pno31 av: (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11255 It was a good worke to enquire after Christ, and worship him, but his end was to destroy him. It was a good work to inquire After christ, and worship him, but his end was to destroy him. pn31 vbds dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb pno31, cc-acp po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi pno31. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11256 Jezebel pretended a holy fast, but her end was to feast her selfe with revenge upon innocent Naboth. The best workes of hypocrites will have an ill returne, Jezebel pretended a holy fast, but her end was to feast her self with revenge upon innocent Naboth. The best works of Hypocrites will have an ill return, np1 vvd dt j n1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn np1. dt js n2 pp-f n2 vmb vhi dt j-jn n1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11257 because they doe them with an evill mind. There are three sorts of good workes, which will never turne to a good account. Because they do them with an evil mind. There Are three sorts of good works, which will never turn to a good account. c-acp pns32 vdb pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1. pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f j n2, r-crq vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1879 Page 567
11258 First, Those good works which are done but for a season; First, Those good works which Are done but for a season; ord, d j n2 r-crq vbr vdn p-acp p-acp dt n1; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1880 Page 568
11259 temporary good workes, or the good workes of temporary professors, such as are described ( Math: 13.5, 7.) by the 2d and 3d grounds, who bring forth for a while, but afterwards fall away; temporary good works, or the good works of temporary professors, such as Are described (Math: 13.5, 7.) by the 2d and 3d grounds, who bring forth for a while, but afterwards fallen away; j j n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f j n2, d c-acp vbr vvn (np1: crd, crd) p-acp dt crd cc crd n2, r-crq vvb av p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av vvi av; (24) chapter (DIV2) 1880 Page 568
11260 such good workes (I say) shall not have a good reward. such good works (I say) shall not have a good reward. d j n2 (pns11 vvb) vmb xx vhi dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1880 Page 568
11261 If your goodness be as the morning cloud, and as the early dew it passeth away, it will doe you no good. If your Goodness be as the morning cloud, and as the early due it passes away, it will do you no good. cs po22 n1 vbb p-acp dt n1 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vvz av, pn31 vmb vdi pn22 dx j. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1880 Page 568
11262 He that endureth to the end shall be saved, and none but he ( Math: 10.22.) Christ exhorts the Church ( Rev: 3.11.) Hold that fast which thou hast, that no man take thy crowne. He that Endureth to the end shall be saved, and none but he (Math: 10.22.) christ exhorts the Church (Rev: 3.11.) Hold that fast which thou hast, that no man take thy crown. pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc pi cc-acp pns31 (np1: crd.) np1 vvz dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvb cst av-j r-crq pns21 vh2, cst dx n1 vvb po21 n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1880 Page 568
11263 They loose the good workes they have done, who hold not out in doing them. They lose the good works they have done, who hold not out in doing them. pns32 vvb dt j n2 pns32 vhb vdn, r-crq vvb xx av p-acp vdg pno32. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1880 Page 568
11264 It will not advantage us to begin in the Spirit, if we end in the flesh. It will not advantage us to begin in the Spirit, if we end in the Flesh. pn31 vmb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1880 Page 568
11265 Secondly, Those good works which are trusted to, or boasted of, will never make a good returne. Secondly, Those good works which Are trusted to, or boasted of, will never make a good return. ord, d j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp, cc vvd pp-f, vmb av-x vvi dt j n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1881 Page 568
11266 Though a man should continue doing good all the dayes of his life, yet if he buildeth his hope upon it, his hope shall be cut off, Though a man should continue doing good all the days of his life, yet if he builds his hope upon it, his hope shall be Cut off, cs dt n1 vmd vvi vdg j d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, av cs pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pn31, po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1881 Page 568
11269 but it shall not stand, he shall hold it fast ▪ but it shall not endure (Job 8.14, 15.) you and your workes will perish together, but it shall not stand, he shall hold it fast ▪ but it shall not endure (Job 8.14, 15.) you and your works will perish together, cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av-j ▪ cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi (n1 crd, crd) pn22 cc po22 n2 vmb vvi av, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1881 Page 568
11270 if you depend upon your workes. Good workes trusted to, are as dangerous to the soule, as evill workes persevered in. if you depend upon your works. Good works trusted to, Are as dangerous to the soul, as evil works persevered in. cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2. j n2 vvn p-acp, vbr p-acp j p-acp dt n1, c-acp j-jn n2 vvd p-acp. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1881 Page 568
11271 Thirdly, Those good workes which are done for base ends, to serve men, or to compasse a worldly interest, shall have no reward from God, Thirdly, Those good works which Are done for base ends, to serve men, or to compass a worldly Interest, shall have no reward from God, ord, d j n2 r-crq vbr vdn p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1, vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp np1, (24) chapter (DIV2) 1882 Page 568
11272 but that, which shall be upon every soule that sinneth and repenteth not, anguish and tribulation. but that, which shall be upon every soul that Sinneth and Repenteth not, anguish and tribulation. cc-acp cst, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp d n1 cst vvz cc vvz xx, n1 cc n1. (24) chapter (DIV2) 1882 Page 568
11273 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 12, 13. Yea, surely God will not doe wickedly, neither will the Almighty pervert Judgement. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 12, 13. Yea, surely God will not do wickedly, neither will the Almighty pervert Judgement. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd uh, av-j np1 vmb xx vdi av-j, dx vmb dt j-jn n1 n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1882 Page 569
11274 Who hath given him a charge over the earth? or who hath disposed the whole world? Who hath given him a charge over the earth? or who hath disposed the Whole world? r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1? cc q-crq vhz vvn dt j-jn n1? (25) chapter (DIV2) 1884 Page 569
11275 ELihu proceedeth in the proofe of this poynt, (the vindication of the righteousnesse of God) with a strong asseveration. Vers. 12. Yea, surely. ELihu Proceedeth in the proof of this point, (the vindication of the righteousness of God) with a strong asseveration. Vers. 12. Yea, surely. np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1) p-acp dt j n1. np1 crd uh, av-j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1885 Page 569
11276 There is a mighty force of affirmation, in the originall words, we may parallel them, with those assertive speeches frequently used by our Saviour Jesus Christ in the Gospel, Amen, Amen, Verily, verily I say unto you; There is a mighty force of affirmation, in the original words, we may parallel them, with those assertive Speeches frequently used by our Saviour jesus christ in the Gospel, Amen, Amen, Verily, verily I say unto you; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j-jn n2, pns12 vmb vvi pno32, p-acp d j n2 av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, uh-n, uh-n, av-j, av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1886 Page 569
11277 Yea surely, is as much as verily, verily; as if Elihu had sayd, There is no question to be made of what I affirme, that God is righteous, or will not doe wickedly; Yea surely, is as much as verily, verily; as if Elihu had said, There is no question to be made of what I affirm, that God is righteous, or will not do wickedly; uh av-j, vbz p-acp d c-acp av-j, av-j; c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f r-crq pns11 vvb, cst np1 vbz j, cc vmb xx vdi av-j; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1886 Page 569
11278 as the Apostle writ to Timothy about the great mystery of the Gospel, God manifested in the flesh, (1 Tim: 3.16.) without controversie great (or, as the Apostle writ to Timothy about the great mystery of the Gospel, God manifested in the Flesh, (1 Tim: 3.16.) without controversy great (or, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (vvd np1: crd.) p-acp n1 j (cc, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1886 Page 569
11279 as the word imports, confessedly on all hands, great) is the mystery of Godlinesse; so here Elihu might speak to Job, This is a truth beyond dispute or controversie, as the word imports, confessedly on all hands, great) is the mystery of Godliness; so Here Elihu might speak to Job, This is a truth beyond dispute or controversy, c-acp dt n1 vvz, av-vvn p-acp d n2, j) vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; av av np1 vmd vvi p-acp np1, d vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1886 Page 569
11280 an unquestionable truth, and such a truth that, if once confessed, will quickly determine all the Questions, which are depending between you and me. an unquestionable truth, and such a truth that, if once confessed, will quickly determine all the Questions, which Are depending between you and me. dt j n1, cc d dt n1 cst, cs a-acp vvd, vmb av-j vvi d dt n2, r-crq vbr vvg p-acp pn22 cc pno11. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1886 Page 569
11281 There are some Master-truths, ruling truths; such a one is this in the text, Yea surely, or undoubtedly, God will not doe wickedly. Hence note. There Are Some Master-truths, ruling truths; such a one is this in the text, Yea surely, or undoubtedly, God will not do wickedly. Hence note. pc-acp vbr d n2, vvg n2; d dt pi vbz d p-acp dt n1, uh av-j, cc av-j, np1 vmb xx vdi av-j. av vvi. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1886 Page 569
11282 It becomes us to grow up into highest confidences, about the truths of God, especially about the truth and Justice of God. It becomes us to grow up into highest confidences, about the truths of God, especially about the truth and justice of God. pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp js n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1887 Page 569
11283 We should not be as meteors hanging in the ayre, speaking with hesitation, possibly it is so, peradventure it is true; We should not be as meteors hanging in the air, speaking with hesitation, possibly it is so, Peradventure it is true; pns12 vmd xx vbi c-acp n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp n1, av-j pn31 vbz av, av pn31 vbz j; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1888 Page 569
11284 but (as the Apostle directs the Collossians, Chap. 2.3.) We must labour to grow up unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding; but (as the Apostle directs the Colossians, Chap. 2.3.) We must labour to grow up unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding; cc-acp (c-acp dt n1 vvz dt njp2, np1 crd.) pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1888 Page 569
11285 as there is a full assurance of faith in believing, & of hope in waiting or expecting, as there is a full assurance of faith in believing, & of hope in waiting or expecting, a-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg, cc pp-f n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1888 Page 569
11286 so also of understanding in apprehending the things of God. so also of understanding in apprehending the things of God. av av pp-f n1 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1888 Page 569
11288 when truth hath fully mastered us, and prevailed upon both our judgement and affections, and we are led captive by light to the love and obedience of it. when truth hath Fully mastered us, and prevailed upon both our judgement and affections, and we Are led captive by Light to the love and Obedience of it. c-crq n1 vhz av-j vvn pno12, cc vvd p-acp d po12 n1 cc n2, cc pns12 vbr vvn j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1888 Page 570
11289 We have cause to bewayle those (much more have they cause to bewayle themselves) who are but Scepticks or Questionests in Religion, never coming to a poynt, We have cause to bewail those (much more have they cause to bewail themselves) who Are but Sceptics or Questionests in Religion, never coming to a point, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d (av-d dc vhb pns32 n1 pc-acp vvi px32) q-crq vbr p-acp n2-jn cc n2 p-acp n1, av-x vvg p-acp dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1888 Page 570
11290 nor able (after a due making up of their thoughts) to say, Thus it is, and by this we will abide, as Elihu did in the then present case, delivering himselfe confidently, yea surely, or verily, verily, God will not doe wickedly. nor able (After a due making up of their thoughts) to say, Thus it is, and by this we will abide, as Elihu did in the then present case, delivering himself confidently, yea surely, or verily, verily, God will not do wickedly. ccx j (c-acp dt j-jn vvg a-acp pp-f po32 n2) pc-acp vvi, av pn31 vbz, cc p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt av j n1, vvg px31 av-j, uh av-j, cc av-j, av-j, np1 vmb xx vdi av-j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1888 Page 570
11291 To cleare the meaning in this Negative assertion, we must take in the highest affirmatives of the holinesse and Justice, of the righteousnesse, truth, and faithfulnesse of God; To clear the meaning in this Negative assertion, we must take in the highest affirmatives of the holiness and justice, of the righteousness, truth, and faithfulness of God; pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt js n2-j pp-f dt n1 cc n1, pp-f dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1889 Page 570
11292 For it sounds like a flat and low commendation of God, to say, he will not doe wickedly; For it sounds like a flat and low commendation of God, to say, he will not do wickedly; c-acp pn31 vvz av-j dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb xx vdi av-j; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1889 Page 570
11293 for so it may be sayd of every honest man, He will not do wickedly; for so it may be said of every honest man, He will not do wickedly; p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d j n1, pns31 vmb xx vdi av-j; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1889 Page 570
11294 but seeing in this Negative commendation given by man to God (as in all the Negative commandements given by God to man) all affirmatives are to be understood; but seeing in this Negative commendation given by man to God (as in all the Negative Commandments given by God to man) all affirmatives Are to be understood; p-acp vvg p-acp d j-jn n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 (c-acp p-acp d dt j-jn n2 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1) d n2-j vbr pc-acp vbi vvn; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1889 Page 570
11295 what can be sayd more to or more sound out his praise and glory then this? God will not doe wickedly? what can be said more to or more found out his praise and glory then this? God will not do wickedly? q-crq vmb vbi vvn av-dc p-acp cc av-dc j av po31 n1 cc n1 av d? np1 vmb xx vdi av-j? (25) chapter (DIV2) 1889 Page 570
11296 The word here used for doing wickedly, signifies two things; First, to pronounce any person wicked; The word Here used for doing wickedly, signifies two things; First, to pronounce any person wicked; dt n1 av vvn p-acp vdg av-j, vvz crd n2; ord, pc-acp vvi d n1 j; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 570
11297 and Secondly, to doe any thing which is wicked; both these often meete together. For in many cases to pronounce a person wicked, is to doe a wicked thing; and Secondly, to do any thing which is wicked; both these often meet together. For in many cases to pronounce a person wicked, is to do a wicked thing; cc ord, pc-acp vdi d n1 r-crq vbz j; d d av vvi av. p-acp p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j, vbz pc-acp vdi dt j n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 570
11298 he that condemneth a just person, pronounceth him wicked, and what thing can be done more wickedly then that? Some take the word in that sence here, he that Condemneth a just person, pronounceth him wicked, and what thing can be done more wickedly then that? some take the word in that sense Here, pns31 cst vvz dt j n1, vvz pno31 j, cc r-crq n1 vmb vbi vdn av-dc av-j cs d? d vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1 av, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 570
11299 as a deniall that God either hath done, or ever will condemne the innocent. as a denial that God either hath done, or ever will condemn the innocent. c-acp dt n1 cst np1 d vhz vdn, cc av vmb vvi dt j-jn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 570
11300 There are two things wherein men doe very wickedly, with respect to the persons of men, both which the Lord abhorres. There Are two things wherein men do very wickedly, with respect to the Persons of men, both which the Lord abhors. pc-acp vbr crd n2 c-crq n2 vdb av av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, d r-crq dt n1 vvz. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 570
11301 First, when they condemne the innocent. Secondly, when they acquit or cleare the guilty. First, when they condemn the innocent. Secondly, when they acquit or clear the guilty. ord, c-crq pns32 vvb dt j-jn. ord, c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi dt j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 570
11302 The former way of doing wickedly, is chiefly removed from God here by Elihu, as the latter is directly and expressly by himselfe ( Exod: 34.7.) The Lord, the Lord, &c. that will by no meanes cleare the guilty. The former Way of doing wickedly, is chiefly removed from God Here by Elihu, as the latter is directly and expressly by himself (Exod: 34.7.) The Lord, the Lord, etc. that will by no means clear the guilty. dt j n1 pp-f vdg av-j, vbz av-jn vvn p-acp np1 av p-acp np1, p-acp dt d vbz av-j cc av-j p-acp px31 (j: crd.) dt n1, dt n1, av cst vmb p-acp dx n2 av-j dt j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 570
11303 To pronounce a guilty person innocent, or an innocent person guilty, if ignorantly done, is a great piece of weaknesse, To pronounce a guilty person innocent, or an innocent person guilty, if ignorantly done, is a great piece of weakness, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 j-jn, cc dt j-jn n1 j, cs av-j vdn, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 570
11304 and if knowingly done, is a great piece of wickednesse. and if knowingly done, is a great piece of wickedness. cc cs av-vvg vdn, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 570
11305 Yet, because the latter part of the verse speakes particularly to cleare God from wrong Judgement, Yet, Because the latter part of the verse speaks particularly to clear God from wrong Judgement, av, c-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n-jn n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 571
11665 As the strongest, so the best and holyest of men are not able to stand before him. As the Strongest, so the best and Holiest of men Are not able to stand before him. p-acp dt js, av dt js cc js pp-f n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11306 therefore, I conceive, we may better expound this former part of it more largely, as a generall deniall of any evill act whatsoever, done by God. Therefore, I conceive, we may better expound this former part of it more largely, as a general denial of any evil act whatsoever, done by God. av, pns11 vvb, pns12 vmb av-jc vvi d j n1 pp-f pn31 av-dc av-j, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 r-crq, vdn p-acp np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 571
11307 Surely God will not doe wickedly, Neither will the Almighty pervert Judgement. Surely God will not do wickedly, Neither will the Almighty pervert Judgement. av-j n1 vmb xx vdi av-j, dx n1 dt j-jn n1 n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1890 Page 571
11308 The Almighty, who hath power to doe what he will, hath no will to doe this evill. The Almighty, who hath power to do what he will, hath no will to do this evil. dt j-jn, r-crq vhz n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vmb, vhz dx n1 pc-acp vdi d n-jn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11309 He will not pervert Judgement. The word signifies both to pervert and subvert, as also to bow, wrest, He will not pervert Judgement. The word signifies both to pervert and subvert, as also to bow, wrest, pns31 vmb xx vvi n1. dt n1 vvz d pc-acp vvi cc vvi, c-acp av pc-acp vvi, vvb, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11310 or put out of order, to mingle or blend those things together, which should be for ever separated, or put out of order, to mingle or blend those things together, which should be for ever separated, cc vvd av pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2 av, r-crq vmd vbi p-acp av vvn, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11311 or, as we say, to mingle heaven and earth, yea heaven and hell together; so doe they who mingle good and ill, right and wrong together. or, as we say, to mingle heaven and earth, yea heaven and hell together; so do they who mingle good and ill, right and wrong together. cc, c-acp pns12 vvb, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, uh n1 cc n1 av; av vdb pns32 r-crq vvb j cc av-jn, j-jn cc n-jn av. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11312 To pervert Judgement, is, to doe all this, for then (which Abraham assured himselfe was farre from God, Gen: 18.25.) The righteous are as the wicked, that is, the righteous fare as ill as the wicked, To pervert Judgement, is, to do all this, for then (which Abraham assured himself was Far from God, Gen: 18.25.) The righteous Are as the wicked, that is, the righteous fare as ill as the wicked, p-acp vvi n1, vbz, pc-acp vdi d d, c-acp cs (r-crq np1 vvn px31 vbds av-j p-acp np1, np1: crd.) dt j vbr p-acp dt j, cst vbz, dt j n1 c-acp j-jn c-acp dt j, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11313 or the wicked fare as well as the righteous. or the wicked fare as well as the righteous. cc dt j n1 c-acp av c-acp dt j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11314 But the Almighty will not pervert Judgement, that is, the right which belongs to any man, But the Almighty will not pervert Judgement, that is, the right which belongs to any man, p-acp dt j-jn vmb xx vvi n1, cst vbz, dt n-jn r-crq vvz p-acp d n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11315 and therefore, he will-doe every man right. and Therefore, he will-doe every man right. cc av, pns31 j d n1 j-jn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11316 We had the same position in termes ( Chap: 8. 3d) and we have had this whole verse equivalen•ly in the 10th of this Chapter, where Elihu sayd, Far be it from God, that he should doe wickednesse, We had the same position in terms (Chap: 8. 3d) and we have had this Whole verse equivalen•ly in the 10th of this Chapter, where Elihu said, far be it from God, that he should do wickedness, pns12 vhd dt d n1 p-acp n2 (n1: crd crd) cc pns12 vhb vhn d j-jn n1 av-j p-acp dt ord pp-f d n1, c-crq np1 vvd, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vdi n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11317 and from the Almighty, that he should commit iniquity. Here, only one verse intervening, El•hu reports and repeats the same matter againe; and from the Almighty, that he should commit iniquity. Here, only one verse intervening, El•hu reports and repeats the same matter again; cc p-acp dt j-jn, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1. av, av-j crd n1 j-vvg, np1 n2 cc vvz dt d n1 av; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11318 but it is no needlesse or vaine repetition, for which Christ reproved the prayer of the Heathens ( Math: 6.7.) there are many repetitions in Scripture, but not one vaine one; but it is no needless or vain repetition, for which christ reproved the prayer of the heathens (Math: 6.7.) there Are many repetitions in Scripture, but not one vain one; cc-acp pn31 vbz dx j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn (np1: crd.) a-acp vbr d n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp xx pi j pi; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11319 how often soever the same truth is repeated there, it hath its weight and use, not only as it is still a truth, how often soever the same truth is repeated there, it hath its weight and use, not only as it is still a truth, c-crq av av dt d n1 vbz vvn a-acp, pn31 vhz po31 n1 cc n1, xx av-j c-acp pn31 vbz av dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11320 but as it is a truth repeated. but as it is a truth repeated. cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11321 And therefore I shall give a threefold reason why this truth is here againe repeated, which will also lead us to a fuller improvement of it. And Therefore I shall give a threefold reason why this truth is Here again repeated, which will also led us to a fuller improvement of it. cc av pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 c-crq d n1 vbz av av vvn, r-crq vmb av vvi pno12 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1891 Page 571
11322 First, Because this truth is (as it were) the hinge upon which the whole controversie between Job and Elihu is turned. First, Because this truth is (as it were) the hinge upon which the Whole controversy between Job and Elihu is turned. ord, c-acp d n1 vbz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc np1 vbz vvn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1892 Page 571
11323 Job was unsatisfied because he was so ill handled, and therefore Elihu tells him often that God is righteous, Job was unsatisfied Because he was so ill handled, and Therefore Elihu tells him often that God is righteous, np1 vbds j-vvn c-acp pns31 vbds av av-jn vvn, cc av np1 vvz pno31 av cst np1 vbz j, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1892 Page 571
11324 and that he will not wrong any man. and that he will not wrong any man. cc cst pns31 vmb xx vvi d n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1892 Page 571
11325 Hereby giving Job to understand, that God had done him nothing, or done nothing to him, but right. Hereby giving Job to understand, that God had done him nothing, or done nothing to him, but right. av vvg np1 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vhd vdn pno31 pix, cc vdn pix p-acp pno31, cc-acp av-jn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1892 Page 571
11326 Such grand swaying controling truths should be often, and can scarce be too often repeated. Such grand swaying controlling truths should be often, and can scarce be too often repeated. d j vvg j-vvg n2 vmd vbi av, cc vmb av-j vbi av av vvn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1892 Page 571
11327 Secondly, Elihu repeated this againe, because 'tis such a truth, as no man can too much, no nor enough weigh and consider the value and worth of it. Secondly, Elihu repeated this again, Because it's such a truth, as no man can too much, no nor enough weigh and Consider the valve and worth of it. ord, np1 vvn d av, c-acp pn31|vbz d dt n1, c-acp dx n1 vmb av av-d, uh-dx ccx d vvb cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11328 Now, that which cannot be too often nor too much thought of, cannot (if rules of prudence be observed) be too much or too often spoken of. Now, that which cannot be too often nor too much Thought of, cannot (if rules of prudence be observed) be too much or too often spoken of. av, cst r-crq vmbx vbi av av ccx av av-d vvn pp-f, vmbx (cs n2 pp-f n1 vbb vvn) vbi av av-d cc av av vvn pp-f. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11329 There is scarce any man who hath not sometimes at least indirectly and obliquely some hard thoughts of the proceedings of God, either in reference to himselfe or to others; There is scarce any man who hath not sometime At least indirectly and obliquely Some hard thoughts of the proceedings of God, either in Referente to himself or to Others; pc-acp vbz av-j d n1 r-crq vhz xx av p-acp ds av-j cc av-j d j n2 pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp px31 cc p-acp n2-jn; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11330 Nor is there any thing that we have more temptations about, then that, surely, we are not in all things rightly dealt with, Nor is there any thing that we have more temptations about, then that, surely, we Are not in all things rightly dealt with, ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 cst pns12 vhb dc n2 a-acp, av cst, av-j, pns12 vbr xx p-acp d n2 av-jn vvn p-acp, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11331 and that the dispensations of God are not so even, as they might. and that the dispensations of God Are not so even, as they might. cc cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr xx av av, c-acp pns32 vmd. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11332 These sinfull suspicions are dayly moving and fluctuating in the heart of man, and therefore this opposite principle ought to be fastened and fixed there to the utmost, that the will and workes of God are all just and righteous, These sinful suspicions Are daily moving and fluctuating in the heart of man, and Therefore this opposite principle ought to be fastened and fixed there to the utmost, that the will and works of God Are all just and righteous, np1 j n2 vbr av-j vvg cc j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av d j-jn n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt j, cst dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr d j cc j, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11333 yea that his will is the rule of all righteous workings; yea that his will is the Rule of all righteous workings; uh cst po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n2; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11334 or, that as whatsoever is done in this world, is done by the disposure of God, or, that as whatsoever is done in this world, is done by the disposure of God, cc, cst p-acp r-crq vbz vdn p-acp d n1, vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11335 so God (though the thing be evill and unjust) is just and good in the disposure of it. so God (though the thing be evil and unjust) is just and good in the disposure of it. av np1 (c-acp dt n1 vbb j-jn cc j) vbz j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11336 Therefore unlesse we resist or contradict the will of God, we must say, whatsoever comes to passe, comes righteously to passe, Therefore unless we resist or contradict the will of God, we must say, whatsoever comes to pass, comes righteously to pass, av cs pns12 vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vvi, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi, vvz av-j pc-acp vvi, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11337 because it comes to passe by the determinate will and counsell of God. Because it comes to pass by the determinate will and counsel of God. c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1893 Page 572
11338 Thirdly, Elihu repeates this assertion, that he might the more commodiously make his transition or passage to the matter following, Thirdly, Elihu repeats this assertion, that he might the more commodiously make his transition or passage to the matter following, ord, np1 vvz d n1, cst pns31 vmd dt av-dc av-j vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1894 Page 572
11339 and prosecute it with greater successe. And therefore I shall not stay longer upon those words, only. Note. and prosecute it with greater success. And Therefore I shall not stay longer upon those words, only. Note. cc vvi pn31 p-acp jc n1. cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi av-jc p-acp d n2, av-j. n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1894 Page 572
11340 First, This great truth, that God will not doe wickedly, neither will the Almighty pervert Judgement, convinceth those, not only of injudiciousnesse, First, This great truth, that God will not do wickedly, neither will the Almighty pervert Judgement, Convinces those, not only of injudiciousness, ord, d j n1, cst np1 vmb xx vdi av-j, dx vmb dt j-jn n1 n1, vvz d, xx av-j pp-f n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1896 Page 572
11341 but of wickednesse, who, though they are ready to acknowledge in generall, God is just, yet as to those particular providences, which concerne them, but of wickedness, who, though they Are ready to acknowledge in general, God is just, yet as to those particular providences, which concern them, cc-acp pp-f n1, r-crq, cs pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, np1 vbz j, av c-acp p-acp d j n2, r-crq vvb pno32, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1896 Page 572
11342 or wherewith themselves are pincht, doe not, cannot acquiesce and rest in the will of God, with freedome and satisfaction. or wherewith themselves Are pinched, do not, cannot acquiesce and rest in the will of God, with freedom and satisfaction. cc c-crq px32 vbr vvn, vdb xx, vmbx vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 cc n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1896 Page 572
11343 That which is just should not displease us, though (in it selfe) it be very bitter and unpleasant to us. That which is just should not displease us, though (in it self) it be very bitter and unpleasant to us. d r-crq vbz j vmd xx vvi pno12, cs (p-acp pn31 n1) pn31 vbi av j cc j p-acp pno12. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1896 Page 572
11344 Secondly, This truth is a ground of comfort to all the people of God, who are under heavy pressures from this evill world, Secondly, This truth is a ground of Comfort to all the people of God, who Are under heavy pressures from this evil world, ord, d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr p-acp j n2 p-acp d j-jn n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 572
11345 or who receive little reward or incouragement (as to sense) from the good hand of God. or who receive little reward or encouragement (as to sense) from the good hand of God. cc q-crq vvb j n1 cc n1 (c-acp p-acp n1) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 572
11346 Such are apt to say with the kingly Prophet ( Psal: 73.13, 14.) Verily in vaine have we cleansed our heart, Such Are apt to say with the kingly Prophet (Psalm: 73.13, 14.) Verily in vain have we cleansed our heart, d vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 (np1: crd, crd) av-j p-acp j vhb pns12 vvn po12 n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11347 and washed our hands in innocency, for all the day long have we been plagued, and chastened every morning. and washed our hands in innocency, for all the day long have we been plagued, and chastened every morning. cc vvn po12 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp d dt n1 av-j vhb pns12 vbn vvn, cc vvn d n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11348 David was under a temptation when he was under hatches, he could hardly perceive it worth the while to take paines in cleansing and washing either heart or hand while God was so constant and frequent in correcting and chastening him with so heavy a hand. David was under a temptation when he was under Hates, he could hardly perceive it worth the while to take pains in cleansing and washing either heart or hand while God was so constant and frequent in correcting and chastening him with so heavy a hand. np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp n2, pns31 vmd av vvi pn31 j dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp vvg cc vvg d n1 cc n1 cs np1 vbds av j cc j p-acp vvg cc vvg pno31 p-acp av j dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11349 Yet David soone after recovered out of this temptation, and concluded the Psalme, with this particular assurance, ( v. 28.) It is good for me to draw neere to God, as he had begun it ( v. 1.) with a generall assurance, Truely God is good to Israel, Yet David soon After recovered out of this temptation, and concluded the Psalm, with this particular assurance, (v. 28.) It is good for me to draw near to God, as he had begun it (v. 1.) with a general assurance, Truly God is good to Israel, av np1 av a-acp vvd av pp-f d n1, cc vvd dt n1, p-acp d j n1, (n1 crd) pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pn31 (n1 crd) p-acp dt j n1, av-j np1 vbz j p-acp np1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11350 even to such as are of a cleane heart. even to such as Are of a clean heart. av p-acp d c-acp vbr pp-f dt j n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11351 God is good to those who have a cleane heart, even when they are in the greatest sufferance of evill, God is good to those who have a clean heart, even when they Are in the greatest sufferance of evil, np1 vbz j p-acp d r-crq vhb dt j n1, av c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n-jn, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11352 and therefore they who are cleane hearted, have no reason at any time to say, nor shall they long say, they have cleansed their heart in vaine. and Therefore they who Are clean hearted, have no reason At any time to say, nor shall they long say, they have cleansed their heart in vain. cc av pns32 r-crq vbr av-j vvn, vhb dx n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, ccx vmb pns32 av-j vvb, pns32 vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11353 Though now they smart, yet in due season they shall be well rewarded for their washing. Though now they smart, yet in due season they shall be well rewarded for their washing. cs av pns32 vvb, av p-acp j-jn n1 pns32 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp po32 n-vvg. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11354 The Judgements of God are such, as no man can fully comprehend, such as no man can justly reprehend. The Judgments of God Are such, as no man can Fully comprehend, such as no man can justly reprehend. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr d, p-acp dx n1 vmb av-j vvi, d c-acp dx n1 vmb av-j vvi. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11355 The Almighty will not pervert Judgement. The Almighty will not pervert Judgement. dt j-jn vmb xx vvi n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1897 Page 573
11356 Those foure things which cause men to pervert Judgement, are at the furthest distance or remove from God; Those foure things which cause men to pervert Judgement, Are At the furthest distance or remove from God; d crd n2 r-crq n1 n2 pc-acp vvi n1, vbr p-acp dt js n1 cc vvi p-acp np1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11357 whereof the first is envie at the good condition of others. The second is groundlesse and unreasonable love or hatred of their persons. whereof the First is envy At the good condition of Others. The second is groundless and unreasonable love or hatred of their Persons. c-crq dt ord vbz vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. dt ord vbz j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11358 The third is feare of frownes from those that are great, or feare of after-claps; Many are deterr'd from giving but a just measure, either of reward to good men, The third is Fear of frowns from those that Are great, or Fear of afterclaps; Many Are deterred from giving but a just measure, either of reward to good men, dt ord vbz n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d cst vbr j, cc n1 pp-f j; d vbr vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1, av-d pp-f n1 p-acp j n2, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11359 or punishment to evill men, lest themselves should receive hard measure from those who like neither. or punishment to evil men, lest themselves should receive hard measure from those who like neither. cc n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cs px32 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb av-dx. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11360 The fourth is hope of gaine, or their private advantage. The fourth is hope of gain, or their private advantage. dt ord vbz n1 pp-f n1, cc po32 j n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11361 For as some pervert Judgement for bribes already received, so others for bribes promised, or upon expectation of some future favours. For as Some pervert Judgement for Bribes already received, so Others for Bribes promised, or upon expectation of Some future favours. p-acp p-acp d n1 n1 p-acp n2 av vvn, av n2-jn p-acp n2 vvn, cc p-acp n1 pp-f d j-jn n2. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11362 Now God (I say) is infinitely above these foure, and all other imaginable by-respects, upon which Judgement is perverted every day, by the sons of men. Now God (I say) is infinitely above these foure, and all other imaginable by-respects, upon which Judgement is perverted every day, by the Sons of men. av np1 (pns11 vvb) vbz av-j p-acp d crd, cc d j-jn j n2, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz vvn d n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11363 God is above all envy, yea above all that hatred or love which perverts Judgement; he is above all feare of evill, and hope of good. God is above all envy, yea above all that hatred or love which perverts Judgement; he is above all Fear of evil, and hope of good. np1 vbz p-acp d n1, uh p-acp d cst n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz n1; pns31 vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f n-jn, cc n1 pp-f j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11364 God hath nothing to feare, seeing none can reach him, much lesse hurt him; God hath nothing to Fear, seeing none can reach him, much less hurt him; np1 vhz pix pc-acp vvi, vvg pix vmb vvi pno31, av-d av-dc vvi pno31; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11365 neither hath he any thing at all to hope for, seeing he is in the full possession of all happinesse and blessednesse, that is, of himselfe. neither hath he any thing At all to hope for, seeing he is in the full possession of all happiness and blessedness, that is, of himself. d vhz pns31 d n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvg pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, cst vbz, pp-f px31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 573
11706 or of man's departure out of this life; or of Man's departure out of this life; cc pp-f ng1 n1 av pp-f d n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 591
11366 Why then, or upon what account should the Almighty pervert Judgement? so that, if at any time, we have any unbecoming thoughts of the Justice of God, either that he afflicts the good without reason, Why then, or upon what account should the Almighty pervert Judgement? so that, if At any time, we have any unbecoming thoughts of the justice of God, either that he afflicts the good without reason, uh-crq av, cc p-acp r-crq n1 vmd dt j-jn n1 n1? av cst, cs p-acp d n1, pns12 vhb d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, d cst pns31 vvz dt j p-acp n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 574
11367 or prospers the wicked against it; all this ariseth from our ignorance, or the shortnesse of our sight. or prospers the wicked against it; all this arises from our ignorance, or the shortness of our sighed. cc vvz dt j p-acp pn31; d d vvz p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 574
11368 We have not a full or perfect prospect of things, we see but a little way backward, we are not wise to compare what's past with what's present, We have not a full or perfect prospect of things, we see but a little Way backward, we Are not wise to compare what's passed with what's present, pns12 vhb xx dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2, pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 av-j, pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi q-crq|vbz vvn p-acp q-crq|vbz j, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 574
11369 nor can we at all infallibly foresee any thing future, or discerne what shall be. nor can we At all infallibly foresee any thing future, or discern what shall be. ccx vmb pns12 p-acp d av-j vvi d n1 j-jn, cc vvi r-crq vmb vbi. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 574
11370 Whereas God at once hath all things before him, he seeth what is past as well as what is present, Whereas God At once hath all things before him, he sees what is past as well as what is present, cs np1 p-acp a-acp vhz d n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz r-crq vbz j c-acp av c-acp r-crq vbz j, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 574
11371 and what shall be hereafter, as well as what hath been, and so the compleatnesse and indefectibility of his owne Justice in all. and what shall be hereafter, as well as what hath been, and so the completeness and indefectibility of his own justice in all. cc q-crq vmb vbi av, c-acp av c-acp r-crq vhz vbn, cc av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp d. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 574
11372 And when we in the great day shall see all the workes of God in the world brought and presented together as in one view, we shall then say from the evidence of sight, And when we in the great day shall see all the works of God in the world brought and presented together as in one view, we shall then say from the evidence of sighed, cc c-crq pns12 p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vvn cc vvd av c-acp p-acp crd n1, pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 574
11373 as now we ought from the evidence of faith, that the Almighty hath not in any one thing perverted Judgement. as now we ought from the evidence of faith, that the Almighty hath not in any one thing perverted Judgement. c-acp av pns12 vmd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt j-jn vhz xx p-acp d crd n1 vvn n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 574
11374 And therefore the Apostle doth most excellently and appositely call that day, The day of the revelation of the righteous judgment of God (Rom: 2.5.) And Therefore the Apostle does most excellently and appositely call that day, The day of the Revelation of the righteous judgement of God (Rom: 2.5.) cc av dt n1 vdz ds av-j cc av-j vvi d n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) (25) chapter (DIV2) 1898 Page 574
11375 Elihu having strongly asserted, with a yea surely, that, the Almighty will not pervert Judgement, yet stayeth not in a bare (though so strong an) assertion, (which he might) but gives us the proofe and confirmation of it; Elihu having strongly asserted, with a yea surely, that, the Almighty will not pervert Judgement, yet stays not in a bore (though so strong nias) assertion, (which he might) but gives us the proof and confirmation of it; np1 vhg av-j vvn, p-acp dt uh av-j, cst, dt j-jn vmb xx vvi n1, av vvz xx p-acp dt j (cs av j zz) n1, (r-crq pns31 vmd) cc-acp vvz pno12 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1899 Page 574
11376 as he hath denied that God will, so he proveth by undeniable arguments, that God will not doe wickedly, that the Almighty will not pervert Judgement. as he hath denied that God will, so he Proves by undeniable Arguments, that God will not do wickedly, that the Almighty will not pervert Judgement. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn cst np1 vmb, av pns31 vvz p-acp j n2, cst np1 vmb xx vdi av-j, cst dt j-jn vmb xx vvi n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1899 Page 574
11377 And this he doth in the next or 13th verse, and the two that follow. And this he does in the next or 13th verse, and the two that follow. cc d pns31 vdz p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, cc dt crd d vvi. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1899 Page 574
11378 Vers. 13. Who hath given him a charge over the earth? or who hath disposed the whole world? Vers. 13. Who hath given him a charge over the earth? or who hath disposed the Whole world? np1 crd r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1? cc q-crq vhz vvn dt j-jn n1? (25) chapter (DIV2) 1899 Page 574
11379 These words, (as was intimated before) are an argument proving that God neither hath nor can doe wrong; These words, (as was intimated before) Are an argument proving that God neither hath nor can do wrong; d n2, (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) vbr dt n1 vvg cst np1 d vhz ccx vmb vdi vvi; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1900 Page 574
11380 That (as to the case in hand) he had not done Job wrong, yea, that, (as to all cases) he can wrong no man. That (as to the case in hand) he had not done Job wrong, yea, that, (as to all cases) he can wrong no man. d (c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1) pns31 vhd xx vdn n1 vvi, uh, cst, (c-acp p-acp d n2) pns31 vmb vvi dx n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1900 Page 574
11381 This argument is grounded upon the soveraignty, supremacy, or absolute authority of God over all men. This argument is grounded upon the sovereignty, supremacy, or absolute Authority of God over all men. d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1900 Page 574
11382 The summe and force of it may be gathered up into this forme. The sum and force of it may be gathered up into this Form. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1900 Page 574
11383 He cannot doe injustice to any, who of right hath an absolute power arising from and residing in himselfe to doe what he will with or towards all men. He cannot do injustice to any, who of right hath an absolute power arising from and residing in himself to do what he will with or towards all men. pns31 vmbx vdi n1 p-acp d, r-crq pp-f j-jn vhz dt j n1 vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp px31 pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vmb p-acp cc p-acp d n2. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1901 Page 574
11384 But God hath such a power, Therefore he cannot doe any injustice. But God hath such a power, Therefore he cannot do any injustice. p-acp np1 vhz d dt n1, av pns31 vmbx vdi d n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1902 Page 575
11730 but too hard, impossible for man; but too hard, impossible for man; cc-acp av j, j p-acp n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11385 That, God hath such an absolute power arising from and residing in himselfe Elihu proves by a kind of Challenge. That, God hath such an absolute power arising from and residing in himself Elihu Proves by a kind of Challenge. cst, np1 vhz d dt j n1 vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp px31 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1902 Page 575
11386 Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? Produce the man, let him shew his face, if he dareth. Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? Produce the man, let him show his face, if he dareth. r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt vvb p-acp dt n1? vvb dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi po31 n1, cs pns31 vvz. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1902 Page 575
11387 It is an expression of the same importance with that of the Apostle ( Rom: 8.33.) Who shall lay any thing to the Charge of Gods Elect? let us see the man, let us see the devill, that shall so lay any thing to the Charge of Gods Elect, It is an expression of the same importance with that of the Apostle (Rom: 8.33.) Who shall lay any thing to the Charge of God's Elect? let us see the man, let us see the Devil, that shall so lay any thing to the Charge of God's Elect, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt d n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd.) q-crq vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1? vvb pno12 vvi dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1, cst vmb av vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1903 Page 575
11388 as to prevaile in his Charge; as to prevail in his Charge; c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1903 Page 575
11389 'tis also like that other triumphant query, in the same Chapter ( v. 31.) If God be with us, who can be against us? That is, who can be so against us as to hurt us, it's also like that other triumphant query, in the same Chapter (v. 31.) If God be with us, who can be against us? That is, who can be so against us as to hurt us, pn31|vbz av av-j cst j-jn j n1, p-acp dt d n1 (n1 crd) cs np1 vbb p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp pno12? cst vbz, r-crq vmb vbi av p-acp pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi pno12, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1903 Page 575
11390 or carry the day against us? Thus here; Who hath given him a Charge over the world? let us see who; or carry the day against us? Thus Here; Who hath given him a Charge over the world? let us see who; cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12? av av; r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt vvb p-acp dt n1? vvb pno12 vvi r-crq; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1903 Page 575
11391 As if he had sayd, Are there any above God, from whom he deriveth his power? Or have any committed the Government of the earth to him as his trust and charge, As if he had said, are there any above God, from whom he deriveth his power? Or have any committed the Government of the earth to him as his trust and charge, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vbr pc-acp d p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1? cc vhb d vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1903 Page 575
11392 for the mannagement whereof he is to be accountable unto them? Surely no. for the management whereof he is to be accountable unto them? Surely no. p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno32? np1 av-dx. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1903 Page 575
11393 And if no, then either God is just, or all the world must be in confusion or under oppression without any redresse or remedy. And if not, then either God is just, or all the world must be in confusion or under oppression without any redress or remedy. cc cs xx, cs d np1 vbz j, cc d dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1903 Page 575
11394 Mr Broughton renders, Who before him looked to the earth? We say, Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? The ordinary signification of the word, is to visit, and that Mr Broughton renders, Who before him looked to the earth? We say, Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? The ordinary signification of the word, is to visit, and that n1 np1 vvz, r-crq p-acp pno31 vvd p-acp dt n1? pns12 vvb, r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt vvb p-acp dt n1? dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi, cc cst (25) chapter (DIV2) 1903 Page 575
11395 First, In a way of favour, to see what others want (so we visit the poore) or how they doe, First, In a Way of favour, to see what Others want (so we visit the poor) or how they do, ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq n2-jn vvb (av pns12 vvb dt j) cc c-crq pns32 vdb, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1904 Page 575
11396 so we usually visit the sick, and sometimes those that are well in health. so we usually visit the sick, and sometime those that Are well in health. av pns12 av-j vvi dt j, cc av d cst vbr av p-acp n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1904 Page 575
11397 Secondly, It signifieth to visit in a way of judgement, or to punish those that have done amisse. Secondly, It signifies to visit in a Way of judgement, or to Punish those that have done amiss. ord, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi d cst vhb vdn av. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1905 Page 575
11398 Thus the Lord threatens to visit (that is, to punish) the iniquity of the fathers upon the children ( Exod: 20.5.) Thus the Lord threatens to visit (that is, to Punish) the iniquity of the Father's upon the children (Exod: 20.5.) av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi (cst vbz, pc-acp vvi) dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2 (j: crd.) (25) chapter (DIV2) 1905 Page 575
11399 Thirdly, The word signifieth to command, to issue out orders, to give a charge. This signification of the word is very frequent both in Scripture, and in dayly use. Thirdly, The word signifies to command, to issue out order, to give a charge. This signification of the word is very frequent both in Scripture, and in daily use. ord, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi av n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1. d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av j av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 575
11400 Visiters (we know) have power of Government; Visiters (we know) have power of Government; n2 (pns12 vvb) vhb n1 pp-f n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 575
11401 yea they have power over Governours to order and give them a charge, that they doe, yea they have power over Governors to order and give them a charge, that they do, uh pns32 vhb n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1 cc vvi pno32 dt n1, cst pns32 vdb, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 575
11402 or to examine whether they have done the duty of their place. or to examine whither they have done the duty of their place. cc pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vhb vdn dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 575
11403 In this latter sence, we render it here, Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? And so we read it (2 Chron: 36.23.) Thus saith Cyrus King of Persia, all the kingdomes of the earth hath the Lord God of heaven given me. In this latter sense, we render it Here, Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? And so we read it (2 Chronicles: 36.23.) Thus Says Cyrus King of Persiam, all the kingdoms of the earth hath the Lord God of heaven given me. p-acp d d n1, pns12 vvb pn31 av, r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt vvb p-acp dt n1? cc av pns12 vvb pn31 (crd np1: crd.) av vvz npg1 n1 pp-f np1, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhz dt n1 np1 pp-f n1 vvn pno11. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 576
11796 but God alone who hath given us these spirits; but God alone who hath given us these spirits; cc-acp np1 av-j r-crq vhz vvn pno12 d n2; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 594
11405 who is there among you of all his people, The Lord his God be with him, and let him goe up. who is there among you of all his people, The Lord his God be with him, and let him go up. r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp pn22 pp-f d po31 n1, dt n1 po31 n1 vbb p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 vvi a-acp. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 576
11406 God hath charged me (saith Cyrus ) or he hath made that my businesse, a businesse incumbent upon me, to build him a house in Jerusalem, that is, to further the worke, to give the Jewes leave to build the Temple of Jerusalem; God hath charged me with this great trust, God hath charged me (Says Cyrus) or he hath made that my business, a business incumbent upon me, to built him a house in Jerusalem, that is, to further the work, to give the Jews leave to built the Temple of Jerusalem; God hath charged me with this great trust, np1 vhz vvn pno11 (vvz npg1) cc pns31 vhz vvn d po11 n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 p-acp np1, cst vbz, p-acp jc dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt np2 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; np1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp d j n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 576
11407 and I am willing to answer it. and I am willing to answer it. cc pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 576
11408 The same thing is recorded, almost in the same words ( Ezra 1.2.) Thus saith Cyrus King of Persia, the Lord God of heaven hath given me all the kingdoms of the earth, The same thing is recorded, almost in the same words (Ezra 1.2.) Thus Says Cyrus King of Persiam, the Lord God of heaven hath given me all the kingdoms of the earth, dt d n1 vbz vvn, av p-acp dt d n2 (np1 crd.) av vvz npg1 n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 np1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn pno11 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 576
11409 and he hath Charged me to build him a house at Jerusalem, which is in Judah. and he hath Charged me to built him a house At Jerusalem, which is in Judah. cc pns31 vhz vvd pno11 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz p-acp np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 576
11410 God giveth Princes their Charge, supreame soveraigne Princes, yea he giveth inferiour Princes and Magistrates, their Charge; God gives Princes their Charge, supreme sovereign Princes, yea he gives inferior Princes and Magistrates, their Charge; np1 vvz n2 po32 n1, j j-jn n2, uh pns31 vvz j-jn n2 cc n2, po32 n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 576
11411 but (saith Elihu) Who hath given him a Charge? Certainly, no man. There is yet a twofold reading of this former part of the verse, both considerable. First, Thus; but (Says Elihu) Who hath given him a Charge? Certainly, no man. There is yet a twofold reading of this former part of the verse, both considerable. First, Thus; cc-acp (vvz np1) r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt n1? av-j, dx n1. pc-acp vbz av dt j n-vvg pp-f d j n1 pp-f dt n1, d j. ord, av; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1906 Page 576
11412 Who for him hath visited the earth? As if it had been sayd, Hath God set any to visit, Who for him hath visited the earth? As if it had been said, Hath God Set any to visit, r-crq p-acp pno31 vhz vvn dt n1? c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn, vhz np1 vvn d pc-acp vvi, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1907 Page 576
11413 or to look to the earth for him, as if himselfe stood by and did nothing; or to look to the earth for him, as if himself stood by and did nothing; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp cs px31 vvd p-acp cc vdd pix; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1907 Page 576
11414 God useth the power of man, he sets up Magistrates to worke for him; God uses the power of man, he sets up Magistrates to work for him; np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz a-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1907 Page 576
11415 but he never puts the worke out of his owne hand, nor doth he need any hand to helpe him in that worke, though he useth many: but he never puts the work out of his own hand, nor does he need any hand to help him in that work, though he uses many: cc-acp pns31 av-x vvz dt n1 av pp-f po31 d n1, ccx vdz pns31 vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1, cs pns31 vvz d: (25) chapter (DIV2) 1907 Page 576
11416 and though he saith, By me (yea for me) Kings reigne, yet we may say with Elihu (in the notion now exprest) Who for him hath visited the earth? that's a good reading. and though he Says, By me (yea for me) Kings Reign, yet we may say with Elihu (in the notion now expressed) Who for him hath visited the earth? that's a good reading. cc cs pns31 vvz, p-acp pno11 (uh c-acp pno11) n2 vvi, av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 (p-acp dt n1 av vvn) r-crq p-acp pno31 vhz vvn dt n1? cst|vbz dt j n-vvg. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1907 Page 576
11417 Secondly, Who over him doth visit the earth? Is God any mans Vicegerent? is he a Lord Deputy, or a Viceroy? No, there is no man visits the earth over him, Secondly, Who over him does visit the earth? Is God any men Vicegerent? is he a Lord Deputy, or a Viceroy? No, there is no man visits the earth over him, ord, r-crq p-acp pno31 vdz vvi dt n1? vbz np1 d ng1 n1? vbz pns31 dt n1 n1, cc dt n1? uh-dx, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1908 Page 576
11418 for, (as we render clearely) Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? As if he had sayd, If God be an unjust Judge, is there any superiour Judge to whom we may appeale for remedy or redresse of our injuries? Who over him visiteth, for, (as we render clearly) Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? As if he had said, If God be an unjust Judge, is there any superior Judge to whom we may appeal for remedy or redress of our injuries? Who over him Visiteth, c-acp, (c-acp pns12 vvb av-j) r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt vvb p-acp dt n1? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs np1 vbb dt j n1, vbz pc-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2? r-crq p-acp pno31 vvz, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1908 Page 576
11419 or, who hath given him a charge over the earth. That is, over the inhabitants of the earth, or over the affayres of the earth. or, who hath given him a charge over the earth. That is, over the inhabitants of the earth, or over the affairs of the earth. cc, r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1. cst vbz, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1908 Page 576
11420 The Earth, by a Synecdoche of the Continent for the matter contained, is here put for all persons and transactions over the face of the whole earth. The Earth, by a Synecdoche of the Continent for the matter contained, is Here put for all Persons and transactions over the face of the Whole earth. dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, vbz av vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1909 Page 576
11421 Who hath layd that great Charge, the disposall of all things and people in the earth upon God? surely no man on earth, no Angel in heaven, Who hath laid that great Charge, the disposal of all things and people in the earth upon God? surely no man on earth, no Angel in heaven, r-crq vhz vvn d j n1, dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1? av-j dx n1 p-acp n1, dx n1 p-acp n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1909 Page 577
11422 nor all of them put together. nor all of them put together. ccx d pp-f pno32 vvd av. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1909 Page 577
11423 How should God derive a governing power from them, who derive their very power of being from him? He governes in his owne right, not by commission or deputation. How should God derive a governing power from them, who derive their very power of being from him? He governs in his own right, not by commission or deputation. q-crq vmd np1 vvi dt n-vvg n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb po32 j n1 pp-f vbg p-acp pno31? pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d j-jn, xx p-acp n1 cc n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1909 Page 577
11424 We have the same poynt affirmed at the 36th Chapter of this Booke, v. 23d, Who hath enjoyned him his way? God knoweth and taketh his owne way, no man sheweth, much lesse commandeth him his way; We have the same point affirmed At the 36th Chapter of this Book, v. 23d, Who hath enjoined him his Way? God Knoweth and Takes his own Way, no man shows, much less commands him his Way; pns12 vhb dt d n1 vvd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, n1 crd, r-crq vhz vvn pno31 po31 n1? np1 vvz cc vvz po31 d n1, dx n1 vvz, av-d av-dc vvz pno31 po31 n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1909 Page 577
11425 Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? Or who hath disposed the whole world? Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? Or who hath disposed the Whole world? r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt vvb p-acp dt n1? cc r-crq vhz vvn dt j-jn n1? (25) chapter (DIV2) 1909 Page 577
11426 This Question, as the former, containes a Negation; This Question, as the former, contains a Negation; d n1, c-acp dt j, vvz dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1910 Page 577
11427 no Creature, none besides God hath disposed of the whole world, or of all of the world. no Creature, none beside God hath disposed of the Whole world, or of all of the world. dx n1, pix p-acp np1 vhz vvn pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc pp-f d pp-f dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1910 Page 577
11428 Mr Broughton renders, Who hath setled all the dwelt land? The word which we translate disposed, signifies to place with a kind of art, exactly, orderly, carefully; Mr Broughton renders, Who hath settled all the dwelled land? The word which we translate disposed, signifies to place with a kind of art, exactly, orderly, carefully; n1 np1 vvz, r-crq vhz vvn d dt vvn n1? dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvn, vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j, av-j, av-j; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1910 Page 577
11429 Who hath thus disposed the whole world? There is a double disposition of the world. First, In Creation; Who hath thus disposed the Whole world? There is a double disposition of the world. First, In Creation; r-crq vhz av vvn dt j-jn n1? pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1. ord, p-acp n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1910 Page 577
11430 who hath disposed, joynted, and put the whole world in frame? who hath marshall'd the severall parts of the world as they now stand like the Host of God? The world as created is expressed in the Greek by beauty and order; before God perfected the creation, all was a confused heape without forme and voyd; But that rude indigested matter was drawne forth in the severall works of that six-dayes Creation, into a most beautifull forme and order. who hath disposed, jointed, and put the Whole world in frame? who hath marshaled the several parts of the world as they now stand like the Host of God? The world as created is expressed in the Greek by beauty and order; before God perfected the creation, all was a confused heap without Form and void; But that rude indigested matter was drawn forth in the several works of that six-dayes Creation, into a most beautiful Form and order. r-crq vhz vvn, vvn, cc vvd dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1? q-crq vhz vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pns32 av vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f np1? dt n1 c-acp vvn vbz vvn p-acp dt jp p-acp n1 cc n1; p-acp np1 vvn dt n1, d vbds dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 cc j; p-acp cst j j n1 vbds vvn av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n2 n1, p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cc n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1911 Page 577
11431 Thus God once disposed all the world by Creation. Secondly, God dayly disposeth the world by providence; Thus God once disposed all the world by Creation. Secondly, God daily Disposeth the world by providence; av np1 a-acp vvn d dt n1 p-acp n1. ord, np1 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1911 Page 577
11432 And that's the disposure which this text especially speakes of; And that's the disposure which this text especially speaks of; cc d|vbz dt n1 r-crq d n1 av-j vvz pp-f; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1912 Page 577
11433 Who hath disposed (in a providentiall way) the whole world? The word rendred world, properly signifies, the habitable world; we find it opposed to the wildernesse or desert ( Isa: 14.17.) where few or none inhabite. Who hath disposed (in a providential Way) the Whole world? The word rendered world, properly signifies, the habitable world; we find it opposed to the Wilderness or desert (Isaiah: 14.17.) where few or none inhabit. r-crq vhz vvn (p-acp dt j n1) dt j-jn n1? dt n1 vvn n1, av-j vvz, dt j n1; pns12 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 (np1: crd.) c-crq d cc pix vvb. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1912 Page 577
11434 That word is very significantly used here for the world, because the habitable part of the world, That word is very significantly used Here for the world, Because the habitable part of the world, cst n1 vbz av av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1912 Page 577
11435 or where men inhabite, are the stages on which the providences of God appear, and act most eminently & convincingly; or where men inhabit, Are the stages on which the providences of God appear, and act most eminently & convincingly; cc q-crq n2 vvb, vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi, cc n1 av-ds av-j cc av-vvg; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1912 Page 577
11436 Who hath disposed of the habitable world? which the Greekes call, The house of abiding: Mr Broughton, The dwelt land, that is, the land wherein men dwell. Who hath disposed of the habitable world? which the Greeks call, The house of abiding: Mr Broughton, The dwelled land, that is, the land wherein men dwell. r-crq vhz vvn pp-f dt j n1? r-crq dt njp2 vvb, dt n1 pp-f vvg: n1 np1, dt vvd n1, cst vbz, dt n1 c-crq n2 vvb. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1912 Page 577
11437 Againe, As the earth, before, is put for the inhabitants and occurrences of the earth; Again, As the earth, before, is put for the inhabitants and occurrences of the earth; av, c-acp dt n1, a-acp, vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1913 Page 577
11438 so whatsoever passeth, or is brought to passe in the world, is here called the world. so whatsoever passes, or is brought to pass in the world, is Here called the world. av r-crq vvz, cc vbz vvn p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz av vvn dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1913 Page 578
11439 Who hath disposed the whole world? He that made the whole world, disposeth of the whole world, providence followeth Creation. Who hath disposed the Whole world? He that made the Whole world, Disposeth of the Whole world, providence follows Creation. r-crq vhz vvn dt j-jn n1? pns31 cst vvd dt j-jn n1, vvz pp-f dt j-jn n1, n1 vvz n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1913 Page 578
11440 But some may say, Is this a good Argument to prove that God is just, But Some may say, Is this a good Argument to prove that God is just, p-acp d vmb vvi, vbz d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz j, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1914 Page 578
11441 because he hath the supreame power over all the world? Will it follow, that he administreth all things rightly, Because he hath the supreme power over all the world? Will it follow, that he administereth all things rightly, c-acp pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1? n1 pn31 vvi, cst pns31 vvz d n2 av-jn, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1914 Page 578
11442 because he hath a right to administer all things? There seemes but little of Argument in this, (may some say) many have a great deale of power, who abuse it, Because he hath a right to administer all things? There seems but little of Argument in this, (may Some say) many have a great deal of power, who abuse it, c-acp pns31 vhz dt j-jn pc-acp vvi d n2? pc-acp vvz p-acp j pp-f n1 p-acp d, (vmb d vvb) d vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb pn31, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1914 Page 578
11443 and they that have most power, usually abuse it most, and make it but a servant to their lusts and passions; and they that have most power, usually abuse it most, and make it but a servant to their Lustiest and passion; cc pns32 cst vhb ds n1, av-j vvb pn31 av-ds, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1914 Page 578
11444 therefore how is it a proofe, that the Lord is righteous and will doe no iniquity, Therefore how is it a proof, that the Lord is righteous and will do no iniquity, av q-crq vbz pn31 dt n1, cst dt n1 vbz j cc vmb vdi dx n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1914 Page 578
11445 because he hath the power of all things in his hand, or is Lord over all? I answer. Because he hath the power of all things in his hand, or is Lord over all? I answer. c-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vbz n1 p-acp d? pns11 vvb. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1914 Page 578
11446 This is a strong argument, and (as I remember a good Author calls it) a peremptory argument, which can have no deniall. This is a strong argument, and (as I Remember a good Author calls it) a peremptory argument, which can have no denial. d vbz dt j n1, cc (c-acp pns11 vvb dt j n1 vvz pn31) dt j n1, r-crq vmb vhi dx n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1915 Page 578
11447 The Lord is righteous, because he is Lord over all; The Lord is righteous, Because he is Lord over all; dt n1 vbz j, c-acp pns31 vbz n1 p-acp d; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1915 Page 578
11448 he is not King of some corner of the World, he is not King of the whole World by election or vote of the World, he is not chosen at all, much lesse (as many have been) by evill means and wicked combinations; he is not King of Some corner of the World, he is not King of the Whole World by election or vote of the World, he is not chosen At all, much less (as many have been) by evil means and wicked combinations; pns31 vbz xx n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz xx n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp d, av-d dc (p-acp d vhb vbn) p-acp j-jn n2 cc j n2; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1915 Page 578
11449 God is the supreame governer of all the world by naturall right not choyce; God is the supreme governor of all the world by natural right not choice; np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp j n-jn xx n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1915 Page 578
11450 yet not (as some Princes are) by naturall right of succession inheriting after a mortall father; yet not (as Some Princes Are) by natural right of succession inheriting After a Mortal father; av xx (c-acp d n2 vbr) p-acp j n-jn pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1915 Page 578
11451 but by the naturall right of creation, himself being the father of that world over which he is a governour. but by the natural right of creation, himself being the father of that world over which he is a governor. cc-acp p-acp dt j n-jn pp-f n1, px31 vbg dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1915 Page 578
11452 The Originall of Gods power is stated in himself; The eternall being of God, and his supreame authority are inseparable. The Original of God's power is stated in himself; The Eternal being of God, and his supreme Authority Are inseparable. dt j-jn pp-f npg1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp px31; dt j vbg a-acp np1, cc po31 j n1 vbr j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1915 Page 578
11453 Yea, God is not only thus supreame in administring Justice; Yea, God is not only thus supreme in administering justice; uh, np1 vbz xx av-j av j p-acp j-vvg n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1916 Page 578
11454 but he is the summe or fullnesse of Law and Justice, and therefore cannot pervert it. but he is the sum or fullness of Law and justice, and Therefore cannot pervert it. cc-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc av vmbx vvi pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1916 Page 578
11455 He whose power and goodnesse gave the world its being, how should he act any thing which is not good in the exercise of his power over the World! He whose power and Goodness gave the world its being, how should he act any thing which is not good in the exercise of his power over the World! pns31 rg-crq n1 cc n1 vvd dt n1 po31 vbg, c-crq vmd pns31 vvi d n1 r-crq vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1! (25) chapter (DIV2) 1916 Page 578
11456 Jnjustice is the breach of a Law, but how can God break a Law who is the source and fountaine of all righteous Lawes? who then shall dare to suspect God of injustice, Injustice is the breach of a Law, but how can God break a Law who is the source and fountain of all righteous Laws? who then shall Dare to suspect God of injustice, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp q-crq vmb np1 vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2? q-crq av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi np1 pp-f n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1916 Page 578
11457 or require a reason why he doth this or that in the world, which himself hath made? yea, who hath not reason to admire and proclaime infinite goodnesse mixt with absolute power, or require a reason why he does this or that in the world, which himself hath made? yea, who hath not reason to admire and proclaim infinite Goodness mixed with absolute power, cc vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdz d cc cst p-acp dt n1, r-crq px31 vhz vvn? uh, r-crq vhz xx n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n1 vvn p-acp j n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1916 Page 578
11458 as in his making so in his ruling the world? For whose sake or for fear of whom should he pervert Justice, who hath all men alike under his power? as in his making so in his ruling the world? For whose sake or for Fear of whom should he pervert justice, who hath all men alike under his power? c-acp p-acp po31 vvg av p-acp po31 n-vvg dt n1? p-acp rg-crq n1 cc p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq vmd pns31 vvi n1, r-crq vhz d n2 av-j p-acp po31 n1? (25) chapter (DIV2) 1916 Page 579
11459 Earthly Judges may erre in judgment, but the Judge of all the earth cannot. God cannot doe injustice through ignorance or mistake; Earthly Judges may err in judgement, but the Judge of all the earth cannot. God cannot do injustice through ignorance or mistake; j n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vmbx. np1 vmbx vdi n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11460 for he is omniscient and knoweth all things; nor can he have a will to doe unjustly, seeing his will is altogether just, for he is omniscient and Knoweth all things; nor can he have a will to do unjustly, seeing his will is altogether just, c-acp pns31 vbz j cc vvz d n2; ccx vmb pns31 vhi dt n1 pc-acp vdi av-j, vvg po31 n1 vbz av j, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11461 and the rule or measure of all things that are just. As therefore he is not an idle Idol-god but most active in governing the World; and the Rule or measure of all things that Are just. As Therefore he is not an idle Idol-god but most active in governing the World; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 cst vbr j. p-acp av pns31 vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp ds j p-acp vvg dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11462 so he is infinitely above the least failer in the government of it. so he is infinitely above the least failer in the government of it. av pns31 vbz av-j p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11463 The Sun shall sooner be turned into a cloud, and the morning light darken the earth, The Sun shall sooner be turned into a cloud, and the morning Light darken the earth, dt n1 vmb av-c vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 n1 vvi dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11464 then any unrighteousnesse proceed from God; then any unrighteousness proceed from God; cs d n1 vvb p-acp np1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11465 yea, when clouds and darknesse are round about him (that is, when we by reason either of the obscurenesse or afflictivenesse of his dispensations can give no account of them, yea, when Clouds and darkness Are round about him (that is, when we by reason either of the obscureness or afflictivenesse of his dispensations can give no account of them, uh, c-crq n2 cc n1 vbr av-j p-acp pno31 (cst vbz, c-crq pns12 p-acp n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmb vvi dx n1 pp-f pno32, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11466 yet even then) righteousnesse and judgment are the habitation of his Throne; yet even then) righteousness and judgement Are the habitation of his Throne; av av av) n1 cc n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11467 that is, his governing power abides unmoveably, or constantly (as in a habitation) within that blessed line and glorious spheare of righteousnesse. that is, his governing power abides unmovably, or constantly (as in a habitation) within that blessed line and glorious sphere of righteousness. cst vbz, po31 vvg n1 vvz av-j, cc av-j (c-acp p-acp dt n1) p-acp d j-vvn n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11468 So then, the reasoning of Elihu from the universality and independency of the governing power of God, to the righteousnesse and equity of his government is not only probable, but demonstrative and unanswerable. So then, the reasoning of Elihu from the universality and independency of the governing power of God, to the righteousness and equity of his government is not only probable, but demonstrative and unanswerable. av av, dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n-vvg n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp j cc j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11469 He is alike mighty as the sole creator, and just as the supreame moderator of the World. He is alike mighty as the sole creator, and just as the supreme moderator of the World. pns31 vbz av j c-acp dt j n1, cc j c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11470 If any man will presume to charge God with perverting judgment in governing the earth, that man saith in effect that he hath given God a charge over the earth; If any man will presume to charge God with perverting judgement in governing the earth, that man Says in Effect that he hath given God a charge over the earth; cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 np1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, cst n1 vvz p-acp n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11471 And if any man be so impiously and impudently presumptuous as to say that, let him come forth and answer this as peremptorily as truly denying question of Elihu; Who hath given him a charge over the earth? Hence Observe. And if any man be so impiously and impudently presumptuous as to say that, let him come forth and answer this as peremptorily as truly denying question of Elihu; Who hath given him a charge over the earth? Hence Observe. cc cs d n1 vbb av av-j cc av-j j c-acp pc-acp vvi d, vvb pno31 vvi av cc vvi d c-acp av-j c-acp av-j vvg n1 pp-f np1; r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1? av vvb. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1917 Page 579
11472 The power of God is a primitive or underived power. His power is of himselfe; yea, his power is himself; The power of God is a primitive or underived power. His power is of himself; yea, his power is himself; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j cc j n1. po31 n1 vbz pp-f px31; uh, po31 n1 vbz px31; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1918 Page 579
11473 God doth not rule by Commission or Deputation, all ruling power is fundamentally in him, as also the rule of that power, both which in God are one. God does not Rule by Commission or Deputation, all ruling power is fundamentally in him, as also the Rule of that power, both which in God Are one. np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, d j-vvg n1 vbz av-j p-acp pno31, c-acp av dt n1 pp-f d n1, d r-crq p-acp np1 vbr pi. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 579
11474 Jesus Christ as Mediatour rules by Commission; All things (saith he, Math: 11.27.) are delivered to me of my Father. jesus christ as Mediator rules by Commission; All things (Says he, Math: 11.27.) Are Delivered to me of my Father. np1 np1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp n1; d n2 (vvz pns31, np1: crd.) vbr vvn p-acp pno11 pp-f po11 n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 579
11475 And againe, the Baptist gave this testimony of him ( John 3.35.) The father loveth the Son, And again, the Baptist gave this testimony of him (John 3.35.) The father loves the Son, cc av, dt n1 vvd d n1 pp-f pno31 (np1 crd.) dt n1 vvz dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 579
11476 and hath given all things into his hand. and hath given all things into his hand. cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 579
11477 Jesus Christ as Mediator receives his Charge from the Father, and he hath received a Charge over the whole earth, as Mediator. jesus christ as Mediator receives his Charge from the Father, and he hath received a Charge over the Whole earth, as Mediator. np1 np1 p-acp n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 579
11478 But consider him as God, so the government of the world is fundamentally and essentially in him also. But Consider him as God, so the government of the world is fundamentally and essentially in him also. cc-acp vvb pno31 p-acp np1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j cc av-j p-acp pno31 av. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 580
11479 It is the highest honour of an earthly Prince, when (as it is sayd of the Chaldeans (Hab: 1.7.) their Judgement and their dignity proceedeth of themselves; It is the highest honour of an earthly Prince, when (as it is said of the Chaldeans (Hab: 1.7.) their Judgement and their dignity Proceedeth of themselves; pn31 vbz dt js n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt np1 (wd: crd.) po32 n1 cc po32 n1 vvz pp-f px32; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 580
11480 that is, when they rule in their owne right, not in the right or by the designement of any other. that is, when they Rule in their own right, not in the right or by the designment of any other. cst vbz, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d n-jn, xx p-acp dt j-jn cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n-jn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 580
11481 How high then is the honour of God, who ruleth not only over all the people, How high then is the honour of God, who Ruleth not only over all the people, q-crq j av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz xx av-j p-acp d dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 580
11482 but over all the Princes of the earth, his Judgement and dignity proceeding purely from himselfe! but over all the Princes of the earth, his Judgement and dignity proceeding purely from himself! cc-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, po31 n1 cc n1 vvg av-j p-acp px31! (25) chapter (DIV2) 1919 Page 580
11483 Secondly, As the power of God is underived or proceeds only from himselfe; so the power of God is absolute and unlimited. Secondly, As the power of God is underived or proceeds only from himself; so the power of God is absolute and unlimited. ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j cc vvz av-j p-acp px31; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j cc j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1920 Page 580
11484 His is in the strictest sense imaginable supreame power. Heathenish Nebuchadnezzar confessed this truth ( Dan: 4.35.) Before him (that is, His is in the Strictest sense imaginable supreme power. Heathenish Nebuchadnezzar confessed this truth (Dan: 4.35.) Before him (that is, png31 vbz p-acp dt js n1 j j n1. j np1 vvd d n1 (uh: crd.) p-acp pno31 (cst vbz, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1920 Page 580
11485 before God) all the inhabitants of the earth are reputed as nothing, and he doth according to his will in the Armies of heaven, before God) all the inhabitants of the earth Are reputed as nothing, and he does according to his will in the Armies of heaven, c-acp np1) d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp pix, cc pns31 vdz p-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1920 Page 580
11486 and among the inhabitants of the earth, and none can stay his hand, and say to him what dost thou? There's absolute power, none can say, that is, none may presume to say to him, What doest thou? no man ought to question, much lesse to quarrell at the determinations of God, whether concerning persons or nations; and among the inhabitants of the earth, and none can stay his hand, and say to him what dost thou? There's absolute power, none can say, that is, none may presume to say to him, What dost thou? no man ought to question, much less to quarrel At the determinations of God, whither Concerning Persons or Nations; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pix vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vvb p-acp pno31 r-crq vd2 pns21? pc-acp|vbz j n1, pix vmb vvi, cst vbz, pix vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, q-crq vd2 pns21? dx n1 vmd pc-acp vvi, av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cs vvg n2 cc n2; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1920 Page 580
11487 'tis his right or prerogative to doe what he will; it's his right or prerogative to do what he will; pn31|vbz po31 n-jn cc n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vmb; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1920 Page 580
11488 and how much soever he acts by prerogative, he will doe only that which is right; and how much soever he acts by prerogative, he will do only that which is right; cc c-crq d av pns31 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vdi av-j cst r-crq vbz j-jn; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1920 Page 580
11489 we may consider the absolute supremacy of God in a five-fold exercise of power. First, In commanding; we may Consider the absolute supremacy of God in a fivefold exercise of power. First, In commanding; pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. ord, p-acp vvg; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1920 Page 580
11490 He commandeth what he pleaseth to be done; nor may his commands be disputed; they must be obeyed, because his. He commands what he Pleases to be done; nor may his commands be disputed; they must be obeyed, Because his. pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vdn; ccx vmb po31 n2 vbb vvn; pns32 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp png31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1921 Page 580
11491 Secondly, In prohibiting he forbiddeth whatsoever displeaseth him to be done. Secondly, In prohibiting he forbiddeth whatsoever displeaseth him to be done. ord, p-acp vvg pns31 vvz r-crq vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi vdn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1922 Page 580
11492 And how pleasing, how right soever any thing is in our eyes, yet if he forbiddeth it, we must for ever forbeare it. And how pleasing, how right soever any thing is in our eyes, yet if he forbiddeth it, we must for ever forbear it. cc c-crq vvg, c-crq av-jn av d n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2, av cs pns31 vvz pn31, pns12 vmb p-acp av vvi pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1922 Page 580
11493 We all know by our owne smart how dangerous it is to eate of a forbidden Tree. We all know by our own smart how dangerous it is to eat of a forbidden Tree. pns12 d vvb p-acp po12 d n1 c-crq j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j-vvn n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1922 Page 580
11494 Thirdly, In suffering, I meane it not of any suffering evill in himselfe (God is infinitely above that) but of his suffering others to doe evill, Thirdly, In suffering, I mean it not of any suffering evil in himself (God is infinitely above that) but of his suffering Others to do evil, ord, p-acp vvg, pns11 vvb pn31 xx pp-f d j-vvg j-jn p-acp px31 (n1 vbz av-j p-acp d) cc-acp pp-f po31 j-vvg n2-jn pc-acp vdi j-jn, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1923 Page 580
11495 or of his suffering any evill to be done. or of his suffering any evil to be done. cc pp-f po31 n1 d n-jn pc-acp vbi vdn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1923 Page 580
11496 God may and doth permit, that which is nought, wicked, and unrighteous to be done in the world; God may and does permit, that which is nought, wicked, and unrighteous to be done in the world; np1 vmb cc vdz vvi, cst r-crq vbz pix, j, cc j-u pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1923 Page 580
11497 and yet himselfe remaines altogether holy, righteous, just, and good. This is a great part of the transcendency of his power. Fourthly, In rewarding; and yet himself remains altogether holy, righteous, just, and good. This is a great part of the transcendency of his power. Fourthly, In rewarding; cc av px31 vvz av j, j, j, cc j. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. ord, p-acp vvg; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1923 Page 580
11498 God hath absolute power, to reward; First, whom he will; Secondly, for what he will; Thirdly, in what kind he will; God hath absolute power, to reward; First, whom he will; Secondly, for what he will; Thirdly, in what kind he will; np1 vhz j n1, pc-acp vvi; ord, ro-crq pns31 vmb; ord, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb; ord, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmb; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1924 Page 580
11499 Fourthly, in what degree or measure he will; Fourthly, in what degree or measure he will; ord, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vmb; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1924 Page 581
11542 yea God is not only exalted and farre exalted above this or that God or King, but above them all; yea God is not only exalted and Far exalted above this or that God or King, but above them all; uh np1 vbz xx av-j vvn cc av-j vvn p-acp d cc cst np1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp pno32 d; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1932 Page 582
11500 Fifthly, for how long he will, he can give (which none of the Princes of the earth can) everlasting rewards. Fifthly, In punishing; Fifthly, for how long he will, he can give (which none of the Princes of the earth can) everlasting rewards. Fifthly, In punishing; ord, c-acp c-crq av-j pns31 vmb, pns31 vmb vvi (r-crq pi pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb) j n2. ord, p-acp vvg; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1924 Page 581
11501 God hath absolute power to punish, and the absoluteness of his power in punishing, may be exemplified in those five particulars, wherein his power of rewarding (in the former paragraph) was. God hath absolute power to Punish, and the absoluteness of his power in punishing, may be exemplified in those five particulars, wherein his power of rewarding (in the former paragraph) was. np1 vhz j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd n2-j, c-crq po31 n1 pp-f vvg (p-acp dt j n1) vbds. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1925 Page 581
11502 In all these things we see the unlimitedness of the power of God, Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? or who hath disposed the whole world? Himselfe alone doth it, In all these things we see the unlimitedness of the power of God, Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? or who hath disposed the Whole world? Himself alone does it, p-acp d d n2 pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt vvb p-acp dt n1? cc q-crq vhz vvn dt j-jn n1? px31 av-j vdz pn31, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1925 Page 581
11503 and he doth it of himselfe. and he does it of himself. cc pns31 vdz pn31 pp-f px31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1925 Page 581
11504 And for as much as there is such a supremacy, such an absoluteness of power in God, take these three inferences from it. And for as much as there is such a supremacy, such an absoluteness of power in God, take these three inferences from it. cc c-acp c-acp d c-acp pc-acp vbz d dt n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vvb d crd n2 p-acp pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1925 Page 581
11505 First, How freely should we yeild our selves to the commands of God, not questioning this as unequall, First, How freely should we yield our selves to the commands of God, not questioning this as unequal, ord, c-crq av-j vmd pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, xx vvg d c-acp j, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1926 Page 581
11506 nor saying that is hard? we are more apt to find fault with the work which God requires us to doe, nor saying that is hard? we Are more apt to find fault with the work which God requires us to do, ccx vvg d vbz j? pns12 vbr av-dc j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vdi, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1926 Page 581
11507 then to remember that it is a great fault not to doe it. The heart of man naturally riseth against the will of God; then to Remember that it is a great fault not to do it. The heart of man naturally Riseth against the will of God; cs pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 xx pc-acp vdi pn31. dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1926 Page 581
11508 It is not subject to the Law of God, neither indeed can be (Rom: 8.7.) the wisdome of the flesh thinks there is some unrighteousnesse, at least some unreasonablenesse or rigour in the commands of God, It is not Subject to the Law of God, neither indeed can be (Rom: 8.7.) the Wisdom of the Flesh thinks there is Some unrighteousness, At least Some unreasonableness or rigour in the commands of God, pn31 vbz xx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-dx av vmb vbi (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz a-acp vbz d n1, p-acp ds d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1926 Page 581
11509 and therefore such wise men hope they have reason on their side if they omit them or act against them. and Therefore such wise men hope they have reason on their side if they omit them or act against them. cc av d j n2 vvb pns32 vhb n1 p-acp po32 n1 cs pns32 vvb pno32 cc vvi p-acp pno32. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1926 Page 581
11510 Any man will (at least he cannot but confesse he ought to) be subject unto that which is equall and right. Any man will (At least he cannot but confess he ought to) be Subject unto that which is equal and right. d n1 vmb (p-acp ds pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi pns31 vmd pc-acp) vbb j-jn p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn cc j-jn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1926 Page 581
11511 Man hath no colour to disobey, till he hath put some blot upon the command. Man hath no colour to disobey, till he hath put Some blot upon the command. n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1926 Page 581
11512 And seeing the commands of him who hath the charge over all the earth in himselfe and from himselfe, cannot possibly have any blot or defect in them, let us take heed we be not found disobeying. And seeing the commands of him who hath the charge over all the earth in himself and from himself, cannot possibly have any blot or defect in them, let us take heed we be not found disobeying. np1 vvg dt n2 pp-f pno31 r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp px31 cc p-acp px31, vmbx av-j vhb d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, vvb pno12 vvi n1 pns12 vbb xx vvn vvg. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1926 Page 581
11513 Secondly, Seeing God hath the Charge of all the earth, we should as readily submit to his dispensations, works and dealings, as to his commands. Secondly, Seeing God hath the Charge of all the earth, we should as readily submit to his dispensations, works and dealings, as to his commands. ord, vvg np1 vhz dt vvb pp-f d dt n1, pns12 vmd a-acp av-j vvi p-acp po31 n2, n2 cc n2-vvg, c-acp p-acp po31 n2. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 581
11514 The Jewes of old complained ( Ezek: 18.29.) The way of the Lord is not equall; The Jews of old complained (Ezekiel: 18.29.) The Way of the Lord is not equal; dt np2 pp-f j vvd (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx j-jn; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 581
11515 They did even tell him to his face, his wayes were not equall, and therefore they would not submit. They did even tell him to his face, his ways were not equal, and Therefore they would not submit. pns32 vdd av vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, po31 n2 vbdr xx j-jn, cc av pns32 vmd xx vvi. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 581
11516 The Church in captivity spake well ( Lam: 3.28.) Out of the mouth of the most high proceedeth not evill and good; The Church in captivity spoke well (Lam: 3.28.) Out of the Mouth of the most high Proceedeth not evil and good; dt n1 p-acp n1 vvd av (np1: crd.) av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j vvz xx j-jn cc j; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 581
11517 that is, whatsoever the Lord hath pronounced to doe or hath done concerning us, is morally good and not evill, that is, whatsoever the Lord hath pronounced to do or hath done Concerning us, is morally good and not evil, cst vbz, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vdi cc vhz vdn vvg pno12, vbz av-j j cc xx j-jn, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 581
11518 though it be penally evill and not good. though it be penally evil and not good. cs pn31 vbb av-j j-jn cc xx j. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 581
11543 This is a supremacy with utmost universality. Secondly, His power is universall, as to places, and nations; This is a supremacy with utmost universality. Secondly, His power is universal, as to places, and Nations; d vbz dt n1 p-acp j n1. ord, po31 n1 vbz j, c-acp p-acp n2, cc n2; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1932 Page 582
11519 Eli spake wel also to this poynt (1 Sam: 3.18.) It is the Lord, let him doe what seemes good in his owne eyes; Eli spoke well also to this point (1 Sam: 3.18.) It is the Lord, let him do what seems good in his own eyes; np1 vvd av av p-acp d n1 (crd np1: crd.) pn31 vbz dt n1, vvb pno31 vdi r-crq vvz j p-acp po31 d n2; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 582
11520 yet the thing which God was about to doe, was such ( v. 11.) as at which, both the eares of every one that heard it should tingle. yet the thing which God was about to do, was such (v. 11.) as At which, both the ears of every one that herd it should tingle. av dt n1 r-crq np1 vbds a-acp pc-acp vdi, vbds d (n1 crd) c-acp p-acp r-crq, d dt n2 pp-f d crd cst vvd pn31 vmd vvi. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 582
11521 To have the heart quiet while the eares tingle, is pure submission. To have the heart quiet while the ears tingle, is pure submission. pc-acp vhi dt n1 j-jn cs dt n2 vvb, vbz j n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 582
11522 And any unquietness or murmurings at the dealings of God, whether respecting our persons or our familyes, Churches, And any unquietness or murmurings At the dealings of God, whither respecting our Persons or our families, Churches, cc d n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, cs vvg po12 n2 cc po12 n2, n2, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 582
11523 or Nations, are in some degree rebellions against the soveraigne power of God. or nations, Are in Some degree rebellions against the sovereign power of God. cc n2, vbr p-acp d n1 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1927 Page 582
11524 Thirdly, If the Lord be supreame, and have the charge over all the earth, then let us set him up as supreame in all things, let his ends be above our ends; Thirdly, If the Lord be supreme, and have the charge over all the earth, then let us Set him up as supreme in all things, let his ends be above our ends; ord, cs dt n1 vbb j, cc vhb dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, av vvb pno12 vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp j p-acp d n2, vvb po31 n2 vbb p-acp po12 n2; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1928 Page 582
11525 let us designe God in all we doe; He who is over all, ought to be honoured by all. let us Design God in all we do; He who is over all, ought to be honoured by all. vvb pno12 n1 np1 p-acp d pns12 vdb; pns31 r-crq vbz p-acp d, pi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1928 Page 582
11526 All our actions as so many lines ought to center in his honour, who is the Center of power. All our actions as so many lines ought to centre in his honour, who is the Centre of power. av-d po12 n2 c-acp av d n2 vmd p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1928 Page 582
11527 Of him and through him and to him are all things, saith the Apostle ( Rom: 11.36.) Because all things are of him, creating them, Of him and through him and to him Are all things, Says the Apostle (Rom: 11.36.) Because all things Are of him, creating them, pp-f pno31 cc p-acp pno31 cc p-acp pno31 vbr d n2, vvz dt n1 (np1: crd.) p-acp d n2 vbr pp-f pno31, vvg pno32, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1928 Page 582
11528 and through him, governing them, therefore all things should be to him, that is, all persons should in all things they doe, and through him, governing them, Therefore all things should be to him, that is, all Persons should in all things they do, cc p-acp pno31, vvg pno32, av d n2 vmd vbi p-acp pno31, cst vbz, d n2 vmd p-acp d n2 pns32 vdb, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1928 Page 582
11529 yea in all things that are done, ayme at and designe his glory, as the Apostle expressely concludeth the verse before cited; yea in all things that Are done, aim At and Design his glory, as the Apostle expressly Concludeth the verse before cited; uh p-acp d n2 cst vbr vdn, vvb p-acp cc vvb po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 av-j vvz dt n1 a-acp vvn; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1928 Page 582
11530 To whom be glory for ever. To whom be glory for ever. p-acp ro-crq vbb n1 p-acp av. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1928 Page 582
11531 Thirdly, Whereas it is sayd, Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? or who hath disposed (not a part, Thirdly, Whereas it is said, Who hath given him a Charge over the earth? or who hath disposed (not a part, ord, cs pn31 vbz vvn, r-crq vhz vvn pno31 dt vvb p-acp dt n1? cc q-crq vhz vvn (xx dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1929 Page 582
11532 or parcell, or canton, or corner of, but) the whole world? Observe. The power of God is an universall power. or parcel, or canton, or corner of, but) the Whole world? Observe. The power of God is an universal power. cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f, cc-acp) dt j-jn n1? vvb. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1929 Page 582
11533 It is extended throughout the world, to every patch and inch of it. It is extended throughout the world, to every patch and inch of it. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1931 Page 582
11534 What David saith of the Sun ( Psal: 19.6.) His going forth is from the end of heaven, What David Says of the Sun (Psalm: 19.6.) His going forth is from the end of heaven, q-crq np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd.) po31 vvg av vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1931 Page 582
11535 and his circuit unto the ends of it, and there is nothing hid from the heate thereof. and his circuit unto the ends of it, and there is nothing hid from the heat thereof. cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, cc pc-acp vbz pix vvn p-acp dt n1 av. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1931 Page 582
11536 The same may we say of the circuit of Gods power, there is nothing hid from, nor set beyond it. The same may we say of the circuit of God's power, there is nothing hid from, nor Set beyond it. dt d vmb pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vbz pix vvn p-acp, ccx vvi p-acp pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1931 Page 582
11537 There is a four-fold universality of the power of God. There is a fourfold universality of the power of God. pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1931 Page 582
11538 First, In regard of persons ( Psal: 97.9.) Thou Lord art high above all the earth, thou art exalted farre above all Gods; First, In regard of Persons (Psalm: 97.9.) Thou Lord art high above all the earth, thou art exalted Far above all God's; ord, p-acp n1 pp-f n2 (np1: crd.) pns21 n1 vb2r j p-acp d dt n1, pns21 vb2r vvn av-j p-acp d n2; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1932 Page 582
11539 that is, above the Kings and powers of the earth; that is, above the Kings and Powers of the earth; cst vbz, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1932 Page 582
11540 whom the Scripture calleth Gods. If God hath a power over the Kings of the earth, whom the Scripture calls God's If God hath a power over the Kings of the earth, r-crq dt n1 vvz n2 cs np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1932 Page 582
11541 then surely over the people of the earth; then surely over the people of the earth; av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1932 Page 582
11544 some places claime priviledge, and are exempt from the jurisdiction of Princes, if obnoxious persons get thither, they are free from the course of the Law. Some places claim privilege, and Are exempt from the jurisdiction of Princes, if obnoxious Persons get thither, they Are free from the course of the Law. d n2 vvb n1, cc vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cs j n2 vvb av, pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1933 Page 583
11545 There were Cities of refuge among the Jewes, and Sanctuaries in the dayes of old among us, where evill-doers could not be toucht. There were Cities of refuge among the Jews, and Sanctuaries in the days of old among us, where evildoers could not be touched. pc-acp vbdr ng1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt np2, cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j p-acp pno12, c-crq n2 vmd xx vbi vvn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1933 Page 583
11546 But the power of the Lord reacheth all places, even to the hornes of the Altar ( Psal: 83.18.) Thou whose name alone is Jehovah, art most high over all the earth. But the power of the Lord reaches all places, even to the horns of the Altar (Psalm: 83.18.) Thou whose name alone is Jehovah, art most high over all the earth. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz d n2, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd.) pns21 r-crq n1 av-j vbz np1, n1 ds j p-acp d dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1933 Page 583
11547 Thirdly, His power is universall, as in all places, so over all things; Thirdly, His power is universal, as in all places, so over all things; ord, po31 n1 vbz j, c-acp p-acp d n2, av p-acp d n2; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1934 Page 583
11548 it extends to the starrs of heaven, and to the fowles of the ayre, to the beasts of the earth, it extends to the Stars of heaven, and to the fowls of the air, to the beasts of the earth, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1934 Page 583
11549 and to the fishes of the Sea; to whatsoever moves in this world; and to the Fish of the Sea; to whatsoever moves in this world; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; p-acp r-crq vvz p-acp d n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1934 Page 583
11550 they are all at the command of God, if he doth but speake, they run and execute his will. they Are all At the command of God, if he does but speak, they run and execute his will. pns32 vbr d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vdz p-acp vvi, pns32 vvb cc vvi po31 n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1934 Page 583
11551 Fourthly, His power is universall, in reference to time; 'tis never out, nor shall ever end; Fourthly, His power is universal, in Referente to time; it's never out, nor shall ever end; ord, po31 n1 vbz j, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; pn31|vbz av av, ccx vmb av vvi; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1935 Page 583
11552 he is King immortall, and King eternall, his Kingdome is an everlasting Kingdome. The power of God is an universall power in all these considerations: he is King immortal, and King Eternal, his Kingdom is an everlasting Kingdom. The power of God is an universal power in all these considerations: pns31 vbz n1 j, cc n1 j, po31 n1 vbz dt j n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d d n2: (25) chapter (DIV2) 1935 Page 583
11553 His power of Governing is of the same extent, as his power of creating was; that which he created at once, he governes alwayes. His power of Governing is of the same extent, as his power of creating was; that which he created At once, he governs always. po31 n1 pp-f n-vvg vbz pp-f dt d n1, c-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvg vbds; d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp a-acp, pns31 vvz av. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1935 Page 583
11554 He did not set up the fabrick of this world, and then leave it to it selfe, He did not Set up the fabric of this world, and then leave it to it self, pns31 vdd xx vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc av vvb pn31 p-acp pn31 n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1935 Page 583
11555 but he preserveth and ordereth all things in it. but he Preserveth and Ordereth all things in it. cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz d n2 p-acp pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1935 Page 583
11556 The wel-being, the orderly being of the creature, is as much of God as the being of it. The well-being, the orderly being of the creature, is as much of God as the being of it. dt n1, dt j vbg pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp d pp-f np1 p-acp dt vbg pp-f pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1935 Page 583
11557 Some say, God made the world at first, and set all the wheeles of it a-going, some say, God made the world At First, and Set all the wheels of it going, d vvb, np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp ord, cc vvd d dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvg, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1936 Page 583
11558 but now things goe on by chance, by fortune, or by accident, at least particular events are not under his government, but now things go on by chance, by fortune, or by accident, At least particular events Are not under his government, cc-acp av n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, p-acp ds j n2 vbr xx p-acp po31 n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1936 Page 583
11559 but come to passe as the wisdome or folly of men is most active in the production of them. but come to pass as the Wisdom or folly of men is most active in the production of them. cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1936 Page 583
11560 I answer, to set up blind fortune, and chance, yea or the wit and policy of man, I answer, to Set up blind fortune, and chance, yea or the wit and policy of man, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi a-acp j n1, cc n1, uh cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 583
11561 as governing the world, is to set up other Gods in the world; if chance and fortune, or the wit of man, governe any part of the world, as governing the world, is to Set up other God's in the world; if chance and fortune, or the wit of man, govern any part of the world, c-acp vvg dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1; cs n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 583
11562 then they had a part in making the world. If you divide one power, you divide the other. then they had a part in making the world. If you divide one power, you divide the other. cs pns32 vhd dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1. cs pn22 vvb crd n1, pn22 vvb dt j-jn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 583
11563 For those invisible things of God, his eternal power and God-head, are as much or as evidently seene, in the things which are done, For those invisible things of God, his Eternal power and Godhead, Are as much or as evidently seen, in the things which Are done, p-acp d j n2 pp-f np1, po31 j n1 cc n1, vbr p-acp d cc c-acp av-j vvn, p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vdn, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 583
11564 as in the things which are made. as in the things which Are made. c-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 583
11565 'Tis true indeed God useth many hands in governing, ordering, and disposing the things of this world. It's true indeed God uses many hands in governing, ordering, and disposing the things of this world. pn31|vbz j av np1 vvz d n2 p-acp vvg, vvg, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f d n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 583
11566 The Princes of this world, are eminently his hand, but God doth not use any power in governing this world, to diminish his owne, The Princes of this world, Are eminently his hand, but God does not use any power in governing this world, to diminish his own, dt n2 pp-f d n1, vbr av-j po31 n1, cc-acp np1 vdz xx vvi d n1 p-acp vvg d n1, pc-acp vvi po31 d, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11567 nor doth he withdraw his owne power, what power soever he useth; 'tis his power that acts effectually, and gives successe in the acting of all power. nor does he withdraw his own power, what power soever he uses; it's his power that acts effectually, and gives success in the acting of all power. ccx vdz pns31 vvi po31 d n1, r-crq n1 av pns31 vvz; pn31|vbz po31 n1 cst vvz av-j, cc vvz n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11568 It was sayd to that King who prided himselfe in what he had done in the world; It was said to that King who prided himself in what he had done in the world; pn31 vbds vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vvd px31 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vdn p-acp dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11569 Shall the Axe boast it selfe against him that heweth therewith, or shall the saw magnifie it selfe against him that shaketh it? (Isa: 10.15.) As if the Lord had sayd to that proud Assyrian Prince, Dost thou looke upon thy selfe, Shall the Axe boast it self against him that heweth therewith, or shall the saw magnify it self against him that shakes it? (Isaiah: 10.15.) As if the Lord had said to that proud assyrian Prince, Dost thou look upon thy self, vmb dt n1 vvb pn31 n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz av, cc vmb dt n1 vvb pn31 n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz pn31? (np1: crd.) p-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp d j jp n1, vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11570 as if thou didst all, and governedst all? thou art no more in the governing the world (though the chiefe earthly Governour of all the world) then an Axe is in the hand of him that useth it; as if thou didst all, and governedst all? thou art no more in the governing the world (though the chief earthly Governor of all the world) then an Axe is in the hand of him that uses it; c-acp cs pns21 vdd2 d, cc vvd2 d? pns21 vb2r dx dc p-acp dt vvg dt n1 (cs dt j-jn j n1 pp-f d dt n1) av dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz pn31; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11571 And though the artificer cannot doe his worke without an Axe, though he cannot divide his Timber without a saw, And though the Artificer cannot do his work without an Axe, though he cannot divide his Timber without a saw, cc cs dt n1 vmbx vdi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vmbx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11572 yet I the Lord am able to doe my worke without thee. At best and most, men are but instruments in the hand of God; yet I the Lord am able to do my work without thee. At best and most, men Are but Instruments in the hand of God; av pns11 dt n1 vbm j pc-acp vdi po11 n1 p-acp pno21. p-acp js cc ds, n2 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11573 and he serves his owne turne by men, not to signifie that he cannot worke without them, and he serves his own turn by men, not to signify that he cannot work without them, cc pns31 vvz po31 d n1 p-acp n2, xx pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11574 nor that his worke is done either with more ease to himselfe, or more successe as to it selfe by their helpe (he is not so weake as to need helpe, nor that his work is done either with more ease to himself, or more success as to it self by their help (he is not so weak as to need help, ccx cst po31 n1 vbz vdn d p-acp dc n1 p-acp px31, cc dc n1 c-acp p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp po32 n1 (pns31 vbz xx av j c-acp pc-acp vvi n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11575 nor is at all strengthned by the helpe he useth) but only to shew that as he hath the command of, nor is At all strengthened by the help he uses) but only to show that as he hath the command of, ccx vbz p-acp d vvn p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz) p-acp j pc-acp vvi d c-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11576 so he hath a use for every creature ( Isa: 7.18.) The Lord shall hisse for the fly; so he hath a use for every creature (Isaiah: 7.18.) The Lord shall hiss for the fly; av pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp d n1 (np1: crd.) dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11577 if God doe but hisse to the fly, or any creature on earth, yea to the devills in hell, they are at his call, if God do but hiss to the fly, or any creature on earth, yea to the Devils in hell, they Are At his call, cs np1 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc d n1 p-acp n1, uh p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, pns32 vbr p-acp po31 n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11578 and doe his will, though they intend it not. Further; and do his will, though they intend it not. Further; cc vdb po31 n1, cs pns32 vvb pn31 xx. av-jc; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11579 though God can doe all himselfe, yet he useth various instruments, that he may indear man to man, though God can do all himself, yet he uses various Instruments, that he may endear man to man, cs np1 vmb vdi d px31, av pns31 vvz j n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11580 or that no man may say, he hath no need of another. or that no man may say, he hath no need of Another. cc cst dx n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f n-jn. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11581 Thus the Apostle argues (1 Cor: 12.21.) The eye cannot say unto the hand, I have no need of thee: Thus the Apostle argues (1 Cor: 12.21.) The eye cannot say unto the hand, I have no need of thee: av dt n1 vvz (vvn fw-la: crd.) dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno21: (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11582 nor againe the head to the feete, I have no need of you. Surely then the feete cannot say to the head, we have no need of thee, nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you. Surely then the feet cannot say to the head, we have no need of thee, ccx av dt n1 p-acp dt n2, pns11 vhb dx n1 pp-f pn22. av-j av dt n2 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno21, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11583 nor the hand to the eye, we have no need of thee. nor the hand to the eye, we have no need of thee. ccx dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno21. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11584 That, Creatures may shew their love to one another, and see their need of one another, God is pleased to give them a charge to worke and dispose of the things in the world, That, Creatures may show their love to one Another, and see their need of one Another, God is pleased to give them a charge to work and dispose of the things in the world, cst, n2 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp crd j-jn, cc vvi po32 n1 pp-f pi j-jn, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11585 though the charge and disposure of the whole world be in himselfe. though the charge and disposure of the Whole world be in himself. cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vbb p-acp px31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1937 Page 584
11586 Now if the Lord be thus invested with all power originally and essentially, then I would mind those who are in power of two things, Now if the Lord be thus invested with all power originally and essentially, then I would mind those who Are in power of two things, av cs dt n1 vbb av vvn p-acp d n1 av-j cc av-j, cs pns11 vmd vvi d r-crq vbr p-acp n1 pp-f crd n2, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1938 Page 584
11587 and those that are under power of one. First, Let them that have power remember to use it for God. and those that Are under power of one. First, Let them that have power Remember to use it for God. cc d cst vbr p-acp n1 pp-f pi. ord, vvb pno32 cst vhb n1 vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1938 Page 584
11588 They that have but family power should use it for God; They that have but family power should use it for God; pns32 d vhb p-acp n1 n1 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp np1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1939 Page 584
11589 how much more they that have power over nations. ( Psal: 2.10, 11.) Be wise now therefore O ye Kings, be instructed ye Judges of the earth, serve the Lord with feare, and rejoyce with trembling. how much more they that have power over Nations. (Psalm: 2.10, 11.) Be wise now Therefore Oh you Kings, be instructed you Judges of the earth, serve the Lord with Fear, and rejoice with trembling. c-crq d dc pns32 d vhb n1 p-acp n2. (np1: crd, crd) vbb j av av uh pn22 n2, vbb vvn pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp vvg. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1939 Page 585
11590 When he saith, serve the Lord with feare, I suppose he doth not intend it in that notion of serving the Lord, as serving him denotes our holinesse and obedience in generall; When he Says, serve the Lord with Fear, I suppose he does not intend it in that notion of serving the Lord, as serving him denotes our holiness and Obedience in general; c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, p-acp vvg pno31 vvz po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1939 Page 585
11591 but when he saith, serve the Lord with feare, his meaning is, serve him so in the exercise of your power, but when he Says, serve the Lord with Fear, his meaning is, serve him so in the exercise of your power, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbz, vvb pno31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1939 Page 585
11592 and in your places, as you have power in your hand, as you have received a Charge or Commission from God over this or that part of the earth, and in your places, as you have power in your hand, as you have received a Charge or Commission from God over this or that part of the earth, cc p-acp po22 n2, c-acp pn22 vhb n1 p-acp po22 n1, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d cc d n1 pp-f dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1939 Page 585
11593 so serve him with feare, in the use of that power. As man ought in all the service of God to be in a holy feare, so serve him with Fear, in the use of that power. As man ought in all the service of God to be in a holy Fear, av vvb pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. p-acp n1 vmd p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1939 Page 585
11594 so especially when he serveth God in the administration of power, because all power is from God. so especially when he serves God in the administration of power, Because all power is from God. av av-j c-crq pns31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp d n1 vbz p-acp np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1939 Page 585
11595 And therefore (which is the next thing I would hence mind those of that are in power) And Therefore (which is the next thing I would hence mind those of that Are in power) cc av (r-crq vbz dt ord n1 pns11 vmd av vvi d pp-f d vbr p-acp n1) (25) chapter (DIV2) 1939 Page 585
11596 Secondly, Remember, The day of account must needs be a sad day to those who abuse their power to the oppression of man; Secondly, remember, The day of account must needs be a sad day to those who abuse their power to the oppression of man; ord, vvb, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av vbi dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11597 and chiefely to those who turne their power against God; and chiefly to those who turn their power against God; cc av-jn p-acp d r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp np1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11598 that is, against the wayes and truths of God, against the servants and people of God, against the ends and designes of God. that is, against the ways and truths of God, against the Servants and people of God, against the ends and designs of God. d vbz, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11599 God will call such as have had any charge over the earth to an account, God will call such as have had any charge over the earth to an account, np1 vmb vvi d c-acp vhb vhn d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11600 and let them who either of these wayes abuse their power, consider whether such accounts will passe as they must give. and let them who either of these ways abuse their power, Consider whither such accounts will pass as they must give. cc vvb pno32 r-crq d pp-f d n2 vvb po32 n1, vvb cs d n2 vmb vvi c-acp pns32 vmb vvi. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11601 Surely when the day of the Lord shall be upon such Oakes and Cedars, upon such mountaines and hils, as the Prophet ( Isa: 2.13, 14.) calleth the Powers and Princes of this world, they will even be forced (as he describes them at the 19th verse) to goe into the holes of the rockes, Surely when the day of the Lord shall be upon such Oaks and Cedars, upon such Mountains and hills, as the Prophet (Isaiah: 2.13, 14.) calls the Powers and Princes of this world, they will even be forced (as he describes them At the 19th verse) to go into the holes of the Rocks, np1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp d n2 cc n2, p-acp d n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd, crd) vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 vmb av vbi vvn (c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt ord n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11602 and into the caves of the earth, for feare of the Lord, and for the glory of his Majesty, and into the caves of the earth, for Fear of the Lord, and for the glory of his Majesty, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11603 when he ariseth to shake terribly the earth. when he arises to shake terribly the earth. c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11604 It is bad to be abused by the power of man, but 'tis worst for that man who abuseth his power. It is bad to be abused by the power of man, but it's worst for that man who abuseth his power. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz js p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz po31 n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11624 and he hath no reason upon any account in the world to pervert power; and he hath no reason upon any account in the world to pervert power; cc pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1942 Page 586
11605 Thy terriblenesse hath deceived thee (saith the Prophet, Jer: 49.16.) and the pride of thine heart, O thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rocke, that holdest the height of the hill; Thy terribleness hath deceived thee (Says the Prophet, Jer: 49.16.) and the pride of thine heart, Oh thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rock, that holdest the height of the hill; po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21 (vvz dt n1, np1: crd.) cc dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, uh pns21 cst vv2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vv2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11606 that is, thou that art in high power, and also holdest thy height, thou art deceived, that is, thou that art in high power, and also holdest thy height, thou art deceived, cst vbz, pns21 cst vb2r p-acp j n1, cc av vv2 po21 n1, pns21 vb2r vvn, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11607 and thy terriblenesse hath deceived thee; and thy terribleness hath deceived thee; cc po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11608 because thou hast been able to terrifie many with thy power, therefore thou hast presumed that none shall ever terrifie or trouble thee; Because thou hast been able to terrify many with thy power, Therefore thou hast presumed that none shall ever terrify or trouble thee; c-acp pns21 vh2 vbn j pc-acp vvi d p-acp po21 n1, av pns21 vh2 vvn cst pix vmb av vvi cc vvi pno21; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 585
11609 This vaine confidence hath deceived thee, for (as it followeth in the latter part of that verse) though thou shouldest make thy nest as high as the Eagle, I will bring thee downe from thence, saith the Lord; This vain confidence hath deceived thee, for (as it follows in the latter part of that verse) though thou Shouldst make thy nest as high as the Eagl, I will bring thee down from thence, Says the Lord; d j n1 vhz vvn pno21, c-acp (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt d n1 pp-f d n1) c-acp pns21 vmd2 vvi po21 n1 c-acp j c-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp p-acp av, vvz dt n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 586
11610 that is, I will bring thee to a reckoning for terrifying those with thy power whom thou shouldest have protected by it. that is, I will bring thee to a reckoning for terrifying those with thy power whom thou Shouldst have protected by it. cst vbz, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp vvg d p-acp po21 n1 ro-crq pns21 vmd2 vhi vvn p-acp pn31. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1940 Page 586
11611 Lastly, This is matter of great Comfort to all good men who are under power; Lastly, This is matter of great Comfort to all good men who Are under power; ord, d vbz n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d j n2 r-crq vbr p-acp n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11612 though rhey are wronged and oppressed by the power of man, this may support them, God hath power over all the earth, he hath the Charge, though rhey Are wronged and oppressed by the power of man, this may support them, God hath power over all the earth, he hath the Charge, cs n1 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d vmb vvi pno32, np1 vhz n1 p-acp d dt n1, pns31 vhz dt vvb, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11613 and he will see them righted one time or other. ( Eccles: 3.16, 17.) Moreover, I saw under the Sun the place of Judgement, that wickednesse was there, and he will see them righted one time or other. (Eccles: 3.16, 17.) Moreover, I saw under the Sun the place of Judgement, that wickedness was there, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 vvd crd n1 cc n-jn. (np1: crd, crd) av, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 vbds a-acp, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11614 and the place of righteousnesse, that iniquity was there; and the place of righteousness, that iniquity was there; cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 vbds a-acp; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11615 I said in mine heart, God shall judge the righteous and the wicked, for there is a time for every purpose and for every worke. I said in mine heart, God shall judge the righteous and the wicked, for there is a time for every purpose and for every work. pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1, np1 vmb vvi dt j cc dt j, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11616 And if for every purpose and worke, then surely for this, the reviewing of the unrighteous judgements of the Princes and Powers of the earth, who hold the places of Judgement and righteousnesse; And if for every purpose and work, then surely for this, the reviewing of the unrighteous Judgments of the Princes and Powers of the earth, who hold the places of Judgement and righteousness; cc cs p-acp d n1 cc vvi, av av-j p-acp d, dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11617 to punish the perverting of which, the Lord who is Prince of the Kings of the earth often powreth contempt upon Princes (Psal: 107.40, 41.) and causeth them to wander in the wildernesse where there is no way; to Punish the perverting of which, the Lord who is Prince of the Kings of the earth often poureth contempt upon Princes (Psalm: 107.40, 41.) and Causes them to wander in the Wilderness where there is no Way; pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f r-crq, dt n1 r-crq vbz n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av vvz n1 p-acp ng1 (np1: crd, crd) cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11618 yet setteth he the poore on high from affliction, and maketh him familyes like a flocke. yet sets he the poor on high from affliction, and makes him families like a flock. av vvz pns31 dt j p-acp j p-acp n1, cc vv2 pno31 n2 av-j dt n1. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11619 For as the Holy Ghost saith ( Psal: 138.6, 7.) Though the Lord be high, For as the Holy Ghost Says (Psalm: 138.6, 7.) Though the Lord be high, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 vvz (np1: crd, crd) cs dt n1 vbb j, (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11620 yet hath he regard to the lowly, but the proud he knoweth a farr of; hereupon his faith riseth up to a full assurance in the next verse; yet hath he regard to the lowly, but the proud he Knoweth a Far of; hereupon his faith Riseth up to a full assurance in the next verse; av vhz pns31 n1 p-acp dt j, cc-acp dt j pns31 vvz dt av-j pp-f; av po31 n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11621 Though I walke in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: cs pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vm2 vvi pno11: (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11622 thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me. thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me. pns21 vm2 vvi av po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, cc po21 j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno11. (25) chapter (DIV2) 1941 Page 586
11623 Thus much for the argument here used, the Lord is righteous, for he hath all power in his hand; Thus much for the argument Here used, the Lord is righteous, for he hath all power in his hand; av av-d c-acp dt n1 av vvn, dt n1 vbz j, c-acp pns31 vhz d n1 p-acp po31 n1; (25) chapter (DIV2) 1942 Page 586
11627 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 14, 15. If he set his heart upon man: if he gather unto himselfe his spirit and his breath. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 14, 15. If he Set his heart upon man: if he gather unto himself his Spirit and his breath. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1: cs pns31 vvb p-acp px31 po31 n1 cc po31 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1942 Page 587
11628 All flesh shall perish together, and man shall turn to his dust. All Flesh shall perish together, and man shall turn to his dust. d n1 vmb vvi av, cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1944 Page 587
11629 IN these two verses Elihu perfects the proofe of what he lately asserted, that God is just, and that there is no unrighteousnesse in him (v. 12.) yea surely God will not doe wickedly, IN these two Verses Elihu perfects the proof of what he lately asserted, that God is just, and that there is no unrighteousness in him (v. 12.) yea surely God will not do wickedly, p-acp d crd n2 np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 av-j vvn, cst np1 vbz j, cc cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31 (n1 crd) uh av-j np1 vmb xx vdi av-j, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11630 neither will the Almighty pervert Judgement; For, as Moses in his dying song describes him; He is the rocke, his worke is perfect; neither will the Almighty pervert Judgement; For, as Moses in his dying song describes him; He is the rock, his work is perfect; dx vmb dt j-jn n1 n1; p-acp, c-acp np1 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1 vvz pno31; pns31 vbz dt n1, po31 n1 vbz j; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11631 for all his wayes are judgement; a God of truth, and without iniquity, just and right is he. for all his ways Are judgement; a God of truth, and without iniquity, just and right is he. p-acp d po31 n2 vbr n1; dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1, j cc n-jn vbz pns31. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11632 The first argument for the confirmation of this was opened at the 13 verse. And it was grounded upon the absoluteness and universality of his dominion: The First argument for the confirmation of this was opened At the 13 verse. And it was grounded upon the absoluteness and universality of his dominion: dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vbds vvn p-acp dt crd n1. cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11633 Here we have a second argument from the sweet temperament of his power and goodness. Here we have a second argument from the sweet temperament of his power and Goodness. av pns12 vhb dt ord n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11634 God hath power enough in his hand at once to destroy all flesh, and to command every man back into the dust. God hath power enough in his hand At once to destroy all Flesh, and to command every man back into the dust. np1 vhz n1 av-d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 av p-acp dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11635 But he doth not thus put out his power. We live and live comfortably; we enjoy not only our lives, but many mercies of this life; But he does not thus put out his power. We live and live comfortably; we enjoy not only our lives, but many Mercies of this life; p-acp pns31 vdz xx av vvn av po31 n1. pns12 vvb cc vvi av-j; pns12 vvb xx av-j po12 n2, cc-acp d n2 pp-f d n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11636 and therefore surely God doth not deale rigorously, much lesse unrighteously with man. and Therefore surely God does not deal rigorously, much less unrighteously with man. cc av av-j np1 vdz xx vvi av-j, av-d av-dc av-j p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11637 He that doth all men good beyond their deserts, will not punish any man beyond his demerits. He that does all men good beyond their deserts, will not Punish any man beyond his demerits. pns31 cst vdz d n2 j p-acp po32 n2, vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11638 He that doth not exercise his power alwayes where he might, will not exercise it all where he ought not. He that does not exercise his power always where he might, will not exercise it all where he ought not. pns31 cst vdz xx vvi po31 n1 av c-crq pns31 vmd, vmb xx vvi pn31 d c-crq pns31 vmd xx. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11639 That's the summe and scope of Elihu in the context under hand. Vers. 14. If he set his heart upon man. That's the sum and scope of Elihu in the context under hand. Vers. 14. If he Set his heart upon man. d|vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. np1 crd cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1945 Page 587
11640 To set the heart upon any thing or person, is a Scripture expression, often used, noting more then barely to think upon or mind both or either. To Set the heart upon any thing or person, is a Scripture expression, often used, noting more then barely to think upon or mind both or either. p-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, vbz dt n1 n1, av vvn, vvg av-dc cs av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp cc n1 av-d cc d. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 587
11641 It signifieth to have deep and serious thoughts, to think with consideration and attention, yea with some height and heat of affection. It signifies to have deep and serious thoughts, to think with consideration and attention, yea with Some height and heat of affection. pn31 vvz pc-acp vhi j-jn cc j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, uh p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 587
11642 And all this whether that thing which the heart and affections are set upon, please or displease, be comfortable or grievous; And all this whither that thing which the heart and affections Are Set upon, please or displease, be comfortable or grievous; cc d d cs cst n1 r-crq dt n1 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp, vvb cc vvi, vbb j cc j; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 587
11643 for both love and hatred, hope and feare, are thoughtfull of, and sollicitous about their severall objects. for both love and hatred, hope and Fear, Are thoughtful of, and solicitous about their several objects. p-acp d n1 cc n1, vvb cc n1, vbr j pp-f, cc j p-acp po32 j n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 587
11644 Hence that caution ( Psal: 62.10.) If riches encrease set not your heart upon them; Hence that caution (Psalm: 62.10.) If riches increase Set not your heart upon them; av cst n1 (np1: crd.) cs n2 vvb vvd xx po22 n1 p-acp pno32; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11645 we naturally love riches, and therefore as naturally spend many thoughts, both how to get and how to keepe them. we naturally love riches, and Therefore as naturally spend many thoughts, both how to get and how to keep them. pns12 av-j vvb n2, cc av c-acp av-j vvi d n2, av-d c-crq pc-acp vvi cc c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11663 if he should critically mark all his errours, or faults, and so resolve to proceed against him, he might soon make an end of him, if he should critically mark all his errors, or Faults, and so resolve to proceed against him, he might soon make an end of him, cs pns31 vmd av-j vvi d po31 n2, cc n2, cc av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11664 as it followeth in the next verse. as it follows in the next verse. c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11646 If a man have riches, or an encrease of riches, it is not unlawfull for him to thinke or them, (yet we should be as sparing of our thoughts that way as can be, our thoughts and the bent of our soules should alwayes be upon God) but that which the Psalmist forbids is the setling of our hearts; If a man have riches, or an increase of riches, it is not unlawful for him to think or them, (yet we should be as sparing of our thoughts that Way as can be, our thoughts and the bent of our Souls should always be upon God) but that which the Psalmist forbids is the settling of our hearts; cs dt n1 vhi n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc pno32, (av pns12 vmd vbi c-acp vvg pp-f po12 n2 cst n1 c-acp vmb vbi, po12 n2 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vmd av vbi p-acp np1) cc-acp cst r-crq dt n1 vvz vbz dt vvg pp-f po12 n2; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11647 As if he had sayd, Let not your thoughts stay or dwell there. Riches are themselves transient things, therefore they should have but our transient thoughts. As if he had said, Let not your thoughts stay or dwell there. Riches Are themselves Transient things, Therefore they should have but our Transient thoughts. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vvb xx po22 n2 vvb cc vvi a-acp. n2 vbr px32 j n2, av pns32 vmd vhi p-acp po12 j n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11648 Set not your hearts upon them, for they may quickly be unsetled. Set not your hearts upon them, for they may quickly be unsettled. vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vmb av-j vbi j-vvn. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11649 Samuel bespake Saul in the same language about a worldly concernment, when he went out to seek his fathers Asses (1 Sam: 9.20.) Set not thy mind on them. Samuel bespoke Saul in the same language about a worldly concernment, when he went out to seek his Father's Asses (1 Sam: 9.20.) Set not thy mind on them. np1 vvd np1 p-acp dt d n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vvd av pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n2 (crd np1: crd.) vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp pno32. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11650 'Tis like Saul was over-burdened with this thought, What's become of, or what shall I doe for my fathers Asses? Be not sollicitous about them, saith Samuel, greater things are towards thee. It's like Saul was overburdened with this Thought, What's become of, or what shall I do for my Father's Asses? Be not solicitous about them, Says Samuel, greater things Are towards thee. pn31|vbz j np1 vbds j p-acp d n1, q-crq|vbz vvn pp-f, cc q-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp po11 ng1 n2? vbb xx j p-acp pno32, vvz np1, jc n2 vbr p-acp pno21. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11651 Abigail useth the same forme of speaking to David concerning Naball (1 Sam: 25.23.) Let not my Lord regard this man of Belial, lay not to heart what Nabal hath sayd or done. Abigail uses the same Form of speaking to David Concerning Nabal (1 Sam: 25.23.) Let not my Lord regard this man of Belial, lay not to heart what Nabal hath said or done. np1 vvz dt d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1 vvg np1 (vvd np1: crd.) vvb xx po11 n1 vvi d n1 pp-f np1, vvd xx p-acp n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn cc vdn. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11652 Thus Jonadab took off Davids feare, that in one day he had been deprived of all his Sons (2 Sam: 13.33.) Now therefore let not my Lord the King take the thing to heart, to think that all the Kings sons are dead, for Amnon only is dead. Thus Jonadab took off Davids Fear, that in one day he had been deprived of all his Sons (2 Sam: 13.33.) Now Therefore let not my Lord the King take the thing to heart, to think that all the Kings Sons Are dead, for Amnon only is dead. av np1 vvd a-acp npg1 vvb, cst p-acp crd n1 pns31 vhd vbn vvn pp-f d po31 n2 (crd np1: crd.) av av vvb xx po11 n1 dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi cst d dt n2 n2 vbr j, c-acp np1 av-j vbz j. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11653 We are as apt to set our heart upon our losses, as upon our enjoyments. We Are as apt to Set our heart upon our losses, as upon our enjoyments. pns12 vbr a-acp j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp p-acp po12 n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11654 And to shew how little Pharoah regarded the heavy hand of God upon him, it is sayd (after Moses had turned all the waters that were in the river to blood, Exod: 7.23.) And Pharoah turned and went into his house, And to show how little Pharaoh regarded the heavy hand of God upon him, it is said (After Moses had turned all the waters that were in the river to blood, Exod: 7.23.) And Pharaoh turned and went into his house, cc pc-acp vvi c-crq j np1 vvd dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vbz vvd (c-acp np1 vhd vvn d dt n2 cst vbdr p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, j: crd.) cc np1 vvd cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11655 neither did set his heart to this also; That is, he slighted what God had done. neither did Set his heart to this also; That is, he slighted what God had done. dx vdd vvi po31 n1 p-acp d av; cst vbz, pns31 vvd r-crq np1 vhd vdn. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11656 Let God speak, and strike once and againe, yea a third time, yet hard-hearted men doe not lay it to heart, Let God speak, and strike once and again, yea a third time, yet hardhearted men do not lay it to heart, vvb np1 vvi, cc vvb a-acp cc av, uh dt ord n1, av j n2 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11657 nor set their heart upon it. nor Set their heart upon it. ccx vvi po32 n1 p-acp pn31. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11658 Thus here in the Affirmative it is sayd of God, If he set his heart upon man; Thus Here in the Affirmative it is said of God, If he Set his heart upon man; av av p-acp dt j pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11659 that is, if he doe but intend and mind this matter, he can quickly bring it about, that is, if he do but intend and mind this matter, he can quickly bring it about, cst vbz, cs pns31 vdb cc-acp vvb cc vvi d n1, pns31 vmb av-j vvi pn31 a-acp, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11660 even the perishing of all flesh. If he set his heart upon man. The text is rendered also, If he set his heart against man: even the perishing of all Flesh. If he Set his heart upon man. The text is rendered also, If he Set his heart against man: av dt vvg pp-f d n1. cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1. dt n1 vbz vvn av, cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1946 Page 588
11661 The Hebrew particle signifieth not only upon, but against ( Amos 7.16.) Prophesie not against Israel, &c. And the generall sence of that reading may be given two wayes. The Hebrew particle signifies not only upon, but against (Amos 7.16.) Prophesy not against Israel, etc. And the general sense of that reading may be given two ways. dt njp n1 vvz xx av-j p-acp, cc-acp p-acp (np1 crd.) vvb xx p-acp np1, av cc dt j n1 pp-f d vvg vmb vbi vvn crd n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1947 Page 588
11662 First, If he set his heart against man, to enquire strictly into his life and wayes, First, If he Set his heart against man, to inquire strictly into his life and ways, ord, cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1 cc n2, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11666 Thus the words are an answer given by Elihu to that frequent request of Job, that God would let him come near to judgement, Thus the words Are an answer given by Elihu to that frequent request of Job, that God would let him come near to judgement, av dt n2 vbr dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp cst j n1 pp-f np1, cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 vvi av-j p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11667 and hear his cause argued and debated before him, even at his Bar; and hear his cause argued and debated before him, even At his Bar; cc vvi po31 n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, av p-acp po31 n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11668 but saith Elihu (according to this sence) If God set his heart against man, but Says Elihu (according to this sense) If God Set his heart against man, cc-acp vvz np1 (vvg p-acp d n1) cs np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11669 if he doth but strictly enquire into his condition, course, and conversation, it would be sad with him; if he does but strictly inquire into his condition, course, and Conversation, it would be sad with him; cs pns31 vdz cc-acp av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1, n1, cc n1, pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11670 All men must perish. Those two places in the Psalmes answer this interpretation fully, ( Psal. 130.3.) If thou Lord shouldst mark iniquities, O Lord, who should stand? That is, No man shall; All men must perish. Those two places in the Psalms answer this Interpretation Fully, (Psalm 130.3.) If thou Lord Shouldst mark iniquities, Oh Lord, who should stand? That is, No man shall; d n2 vmb vvi. d crd n2 p-acp dt n2 vvb d n1 av-j, (np1 crd.) cs pns21 n1 vmd2 vvi n2, uh n1, r-crq vmd vvi? cst vbz, dx n1 vmb; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11671 We cannot stand in our righteousness before God, how then shall we stand in our iniquities! We cannot stand in our righteousness before God, how then shall we stand in our iniquities! pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, c-crq av vmb pns12 vvi p-acp po12 n2! (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11672 And therefore the second Text deprecates the Lord's severe enquiry into our purest and most perfect services, ( Psal. 143.2.) Enter not into judgement with thy servant, And Therefore the second Text deprecates the Lord's severe enquiry into our Purest and most perfect services, (Psalm 143.2.) Enter not into judgement with thy servant, cc av dt ord n1 vvz dt n1|vbz j n1 p-acp po12 js cc av-ds j n2, (np1 crd.) vvb xx p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11673 for in thy sight shall no man living be justified. for in thy sighed shall no man living be justified. c-acp p-acp po21 n1 vmb dx n1 vvg vbb vvn. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1948 Page 589
11674 Secondly, If he set his heart against man, that is, If he have a general purpose to destroy and ruine him by his absolute Soveraignty, he can easily do it; Secondly, If he Set his heart against man, that is, If he have a general purpose to destroy and ruin him by his absolute Sovereignty, he can Easily do it; ord, cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz, cs pns31 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 j n1, pns31 vmb av-j vdi pn31; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11675 what God hath a minde to do, or only willeth it to be done, he hath power enough to do it: what God hath a mind to do, or only wills it to be done, he hath power enough to do it: r-crq np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vdi, cc av-j vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi vdn, pns31 vhz n1 av-d pc-acp vdi pn31: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11676 He can make any man miserable, and not only strip him of the comforts of this life, but of his life too: He can make any man miserable, and not only strip him of the comforts of this life, but of his life too: pns31 vmb vvi d n1 j, cc xx av-j vvi pno31 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f po31 n1 av: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11677 And as he hath power enough, if he would use it, so he hath soveraign unquestionable authority enough to bear him out in the use of his power. And as he hath power enough, if he would use it, so he hath sovereign unquestionable Authority enough to bear him out in the use of his power. cc c-acp pns31 vhz n1 av-d, cs pns31 vmd vvi pn31, av pns31 vhz j-jn j n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11678 Now, seeing God who is cloathed with this absolute power, yet doth not exercise such a power, Now, seeing God who is clothed with this absolute power, yet does not exercise such a power, av, vvg np1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d j n1, av vdz xx vvi d dt n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11679 but having given man a being, continues to very many men a comfortable being in this world, but having given man a being, continues to very many men a comfortable being in this world, cc-acp vhg vvn n1 dt vbg, vvz p-acp av d n2 dt j vbg p-acp d n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11680 and doth not willingly grieve or afflict any of the children of men, nor execute any vengeance upon them without their desert; and does not willingly grieve or afflict any of the children of men, nor execute any vengeance upon them without their desert; cc vdz xx av-j vvi cc vvi d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, ccx vvi d n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11681 surely then God is righteous, he will not do wickedly. Thus we have the importance of the Translation, If he set his heart against man: surely then God is righteous, he will not do wickedly. Thus we have the importance of the translation, If he Set his heart against man: av-j cs np1 vbz j, pns31 vmb xx vdi av-j. av pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11682 We say, (which also beareth fairly enough the same sence) If he set his heart upon man. We say, (which also bears fairly enough the same sense) If he Set his heart upon man. pns12 vvb, (r-crq av vvz av-j d dt d n1) cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11683 If he gathereth unto himself his Spirit and his breath. Some render it thus; If he gathereth unto himself his Spirit and his breath. some render it thus; cs pns31 vvz p-acp px31 po31 n1 cc po31 n1. d vvb pn31 av; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1949 Page 589
11684 If he set his heart upon (or against) man, he will gather unto him his spirit and his breath: If he Set his heart upon (or against) man, he will gather unto him his Spirit and his breath: cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp (cc p-acp) n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 po31 n1 cc po31 n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1950 Page 590
11685 and then, as it followeth, All flesh shall perish together. We repeat the supposition according to the Hebrew Text; and then, as it follows, All Flesh shall perish together. We repeat the supposition according to the Hebrew Text; cc av, c-acp pn31 vvz, d n1 vmb vvi av. pns12 vvb dt n1 vvg p-acp dt njp n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1950 Page 590
11686 If he set his heart upon man; If he Set his heart upon man; cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11687 If he gather to himself his spirit and his breath, then &c. Take either reading, the general sense is the same, and in brief 'tis this; If he gather to himself his Spirit and his breath, then etc. Take either reading, the general sense is the same, and in brief it's this; cs pns31 vvb p-acp px31 po31 n1 cc po31 n1, cs av vvb d n-vvg, dt j n1 vbz dt d, cc p-acp j pn31|vbz d; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11688 If God have a minde to it, he can quickly thrust all men out of the world. If God have a mind to it, he can quickly thrust all men out of the world. cs np1 vhb dt n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb av-j vvi d n2 av pp-f dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11689 He that gave man his spirit and his breath, can at pleasure recal both, and then all flesh perisheth and turneth again unto (what it once was) dust. He that gave man his Spirit and his breath, can At pleasure Recall both, and then all Flesh Perishes and turns again unto (what it once was) dust. pns31 cst vvd n1 po31 n1 cc po31 n1, vmb p-acp n1 vvb d, cc av d n1 vvz cc vvz av p-acp (r-crq pn31 a-acp vbds) n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11690 The Hebrew word which we render to gather, signifieth to add one thing or person to another: The Hebrew word which we render to gather, signifies to add one thing or person to Another: dt njp n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvb, vvz pc-acp vvi crd n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11691 When Rachel had conceived and bare a son, (Gen. 30.22, 23.) she called (from this word) his name Joseph, and said, the Lord shall add to me another son. When Rachel had conceived and bore a son, (Gen. 30.22, 23.) she called (from this word) his name Joseph, and said, the Lord shall add to me Another son. c-crq np1 vhd vvn cc vvd dt n1, (np1 crd, crd) pns31 vvd (p-acp d n1) po31 n1 np1, cc vvd, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 j-jn n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11692 Thus here, If God add, or gather to himself his spirit and his breath, that is, the spirit and breath of man, &c. We may distinguish between these two, spirit and breath (Some insist much and curiously upon this distinction) The spirit denoting the soul or the internal rational power of man, Thus Here, If God add, or gather to himself his Spirit and his breath, that is, the Spirit and breath of man, etc. We may distinguish between these two, Spirit and breath (some insist much and curiously upon this distinction) The Spirit denoting the soul or the internal rational power of man, av av, cs np1 vvi, cc vvb p-acp px31 po31 n1 cc po31 n1, cst vbz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d crd, n1 cc n1 (d vvb d cc av-j p-acp d n1) dt n1 vvg dt n1 cc dt j j n1 pp-f n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11693 and the breath that effect of life which followeth or floweth from the union of soul and body. and the breath that Effect of life which follows or flows from the Union of soul and body. cc dt n1 cst n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11694 The life of man is often expressed by breath; Cease ye from man, whose breath (or life) is in his nostrils; (Isa. 2.22.) If once man's breath goeth out, his life cannot stay behinde; The life of man is often expressed by breath; Cease you from man, whose breath (or life) is in his nostrils; (Isaiah 2.22.) If once Man's breath Goes out, his life cannot stay behind; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1; vvb pn22 p-acp n1, rg-crq n1 (cc n1) vbz p-acp po31 n2; (np1 crd.) cs c-acp ng1 n1 vvz av, po31 n1 vmbx vvi a-acp; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11695 the spirit of a man is in this sence distinct from his breath; for when the breath is vanished, and is no more, the soul or spirit liveth. the Spirit of a man is in this sense distinct from his breath; for when the breath is vanished, and is no more, the soul or Spirit lives. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp d n1 j p-acp po31 n1; p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vbz av-dx av-dc, dt n1 cc n1 vvz. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11696 The Apostle in his prayer for the Thessalonians (1 Thess. 5.23.) puts soul and spirit together: The Apostle in his prayer for the Thessalonians (1 Thess 5.23.) puts soul and Spirit together: dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt njp2 (vvd np1 crd.) vvz n1 cc n1 av: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11697 The very God of peace sanctifie you wholly, and I pray God, your whole spirit, and soul, and body, be preserved harmless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The very God of peace sanctify you wholly, and I pray God, your Whole Spirit, and soul, and body, be preserved harmless unto the coming of our Lord jesus christ. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvb pn22 av-jn, cc pns11 vvb np1, po22 j-jn n1, cc n1, cc n1, vbb vvn j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11698 There ('tis most probable) by the soul, he intends the inferiour powers in man, There (it's most probable) by the soul, he intends the inferior Powers in man, a-acp (pn31|vbz av-ds j) p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz dt j-jn n2 p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11699 or his affections, and by the spirit, his higher powers of reason and understanding: or his affections, and by the Spirit, his higher Powers of reason and understanding: cc po31 n2, cc p-acp dt n1, po31 jc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11700 yet the spirit is often put for that whole part of man which is contradistinct to his body. yet the Spirit is often put for that Whole part of man which is contradistinct to his body. av dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11701 Into thy hands I commend my spirit: that is, my soul, not forgetting my body: Into thy hands I commend my Spirit: that is, my soul, not forgetting my body: p-acp po21 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1: cst vbz, po11 n1, xx vvg po11 n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11702 And I conceive, we may safely expound it here in that latitude, as comprehending the whole inner man. And I conceive, we may safely expound it Here in that latitude, as comprehending the Whole inner man. cc pns11 vvb, pns12 vmb av-j vvi pn31 av p-acp d n1, c-acp vvg dt j-jn j n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11703 Yet it is all one, as to the sence of this place, whether we take spirit and breath distinctly or for the same; Yet it is all one, as to the sense of this place, whither we take Spirit and breath distinctly or for the same; av pn31 vbz d pi, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cs pns12 vvb n1 cc n1 av-j cc p-acp dt d; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11704 the spirit being so called from spiration or breathing; If he gather unto him his spirit, and his breath. the Spirit being so called from spiration or breathing; If he gather unto him his Spirit, and his breath. dt n1 vbg av vvn p-acp n1 cc n-vvg; cs pns31 vvb p-acp pno31 po31 n1, cc po31 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 590
11705 The gathering of the spirit and breath of man unto God, is but a periphrasis or circumlocution of death, The gathering of the Spirit and breath of man unto God, is but a periphrasis or circumlocution of death, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 591
11707 when man was formed or created ( Gen. 2.7.) it is said, God breathed into him the breath of life, when man was formed or created (Gen. 2.7.) it is said, God breathed into him the breath of life, c-crq n1 vbds vvn cc vvn (np1 crd.) pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 591
11708 and man became a living soul: and man became a living soul: cc n1 vvd dt j-vvg n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 591
11709 And when man dyeth, his breath or spirit may be said to be gathered or returned back unto God; And when man Dies, his breath or Spirit may be said to be gathered or returned back unto God; cc c-crq n1 vvz, po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd av p-acp np1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 591
11710 so then, the meaning of Elihu in this double supposition, (If he set his heart upon man, so then, the meaning of Elihu in this double supposition, (If he Set his heart upon man, av av, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j-jn n1, (cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 591
11711 if he he gather to himself his spirit and his breath,) is clearly this, if he he gather to himself his Spirit and his breath,) is clearly this, cs pns31 pno31 vvi p-acp px31 po31 n1 cc po31 n1,) vbz av-j d, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 591
11712 if God were once resolved, or should but say the word, that man must presently die, die he must, and that presently. if God were once resolved, or should but say the word, that man must presently die, die he must, and that presently. cs np1 vbdr a-acp vvn, cc vmd cc-acp vvi dt n1, cst n1 vmb av-j vvi, vvb pns31 vmb, cc cst av-j. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1951 Page 591
11713 Hence Note, First, God can easily do whatsoever he hath a minde to do. If he do put his heart upon the doing of any thing, it is done; Hence Note, First, God can Easily do whatsoever he hath a mind to do. If he do put his heart upon the doing of any thing, it is done; av vvb, ord, np1 vmb av-j vdi r-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vdi. cs pns31 vdb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz vdn; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1952 Page 591
11714 Men often set their hearts, yea and their hands unto that which they cannot do; Men often Set their hearts, yea and their hands unto that which they cannot do; n2 av vvd po32 n2, uh cc po32 n2 p-acp d r-crq pns32 vmbx vdi; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11715 if men could do that which they set their hearts to do, or have a minde to do, if men could do that which they Set their hearts to do, or have a mind to do, cs n2 vmd vdi d r-crq pns32 vvd po32 n2 pc-acp vdi, cc vhb dt n1 pc-acp vdi, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11716 and thereupon set their hands to do, we should have strange work in the world. and thereupon Set their hands to do, we should have strange work in the world. cc av vvd po32 n2 pc-acp vdi, pns12 vmd vhi j n1 p-acp dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11717 'Tis a mercy to many men, that man is often frustrated in his thoughts and purposes, in his attempts and undertakings; It's a mercy to many men, that man is often frustrated in his thoughts and Purposes, in his attempts and undertakings; pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2, cst n1 vbz av vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2-vvg; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11718 and 'tis a glorious mercy to all that have an interest in God, that God never lost a thought, and it's a glorious mercy to all that have an Interest in God, that God never lost a Thought, cc pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp d cst vhb dt n1 p-acp np1, cst np1 av-x vvd dt n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11719 nor can be hindred in any work he setteth his heart upon. nor can be hindered in any work he sets his heart upon. ccx vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11720 He that can lett or stop all men in their works, can work, and none shall lett or stop him. He that can let or stop all men in their works, can work, and none shall let or stop him. pns31 cst vmb vvi cc vvi d n2 p-acp po32 n2, vmb vvi, cc pix vmb vvi cc vvi pno31. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11721 What God will do, is not defecible or undoeable (if I may so express it) by any power in heaven or earth. What God will do, is not defecible or undoeable (if I may so express it) by any power in heaven or earth. q-crq np1 vmb vdi, vbz xx j cc j (cs pns11 vmb av vvi pn31) p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11722 And as God can do what he will, and ask no man leave, so he can do what he will without trouble to himself; And as God can do what he will, and ask no man leave, so he can do what he will without trouble to himself; cc p-acp np1 vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vmb, cc vvb dx n1 vvi, av pns31 vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vmb p-acp vvi p-acp px31; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11723 'tis but the resolve of his will, the turning of his hand, or the cast of his eye (all which are soon dispatcht) and 'tis done. it's but the resolve of his will, the turning of his hand, or the cast of his eye (all which Are soon dispatched) and it's done. pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 (d r-crq vbr av vvn) cc pn31|vbz vdn. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11724 Thus God breathed out his wishes for the welfare of Israel, ( Psal. 81.13.) O that my people had hearkned unto me, &c. I should soon have subdued the•r enemies, Thus God breathed out his wishes for the welfare of Israel, (Psalm 81.13.) Oh that my people had hearkened unto me, etc. I should soon have subdued the•r enemies, av np1 vvd av po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) uh cst po11 n1 vhd vvd p-acp pno11, av pns11 vmd av vhi vvn j n2, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11725 and turned my hand against their adversaries. and turned my hand against their Adversaries. cc vvd po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11726 As if he had said, I could and would have eased them of all their enemies, As if he had said, I could and would have eased them of all their enemies, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmd cc vmd vhi vvn pno32 pp-f d po32 n2, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11727 even of all that rose up against them easily, even with the turning of my hand: even of all that rose up against them Easily, even with the turning of my hand: av pp-f d cst vvd a-acp p-acp pno32 av-j, av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po11 n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11728 What is more easily done, or mo•e speedily done, then the turning of a hand? Many things are hard to man, (and indeed very few things are easie to him, What is more Easily done, or mo•e speedily done, then the turning of a hand? Many things Are hard to man, (and indeed very few things Are easy to him, r-crq vbz av-dc av-j vdn, cc vvb av-j vdn, cs dt vvg pp-f dt n1? d n2 vbr j p-acp n1, (cc av av d n2 vbr j p-acp pno31, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11729 except it be to sin, or to do evil, he can do evil easily) some things are not only hard, except it be to since, or to do evil, he can do evil Easily) Some things Are not only hard, c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vdi j-jn, pns31 vmb vdi j-jn av-j) d n2 vbr xx av-j j, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11731 but there is nothing hard, much less too hard for God, he can easily do the hardest things; but there is nothing hard, much less too hard for God, he can Easily do the Hardest things; cc-acp pc-acp vbz pix j, av-d av-dc av j c-acp np1, pns31 vmb av-j vdi dt js n2; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 591
11732 yea, the hardest things are as easie to him as the easiest; yea, the Hardest things Are as easy to him as the Easiest; uh, dt js n2 vbr a-acp j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt js; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 592
11733 for as ( Psal. 139.12.) Darkness hideth not from the sight of God, the darkness and the light are both alike to him; for as (Psalm 139.12.) Darkness Hideth not from the sighed of God, the darkness and the Light Are both alike to him; c-acp a-acp (np1 crd.) n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 cc dt j vbr av-d av-j p-acp pno31; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 592
11734 so hardness hinders not the work of God, hardness and easiness are both alike to him, so hardness hinders not the work of God, hardness and easiness Are both alike to him, av n1 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 cc n1 vbr av-d av-j p-acp pno31, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 592
11735 if he set his heart upon it. From this general truth, take two inferences. if he Set his heart upon it. From this general truth, take two inferences. cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pn31. p-acp d j n1, vvb crd n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1953 Page 592
11736 First, How should we fear before this God? How should we tremble at the remembrance of, First, How should we Fear before this God? How should we tremble At the remembrance of, ord, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp d np1? q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1954 Page 592
11737 and walk humbly (in our highest assurance) with this God? We are much afraid to displease those men who can easily hurt us, and walk humbly (in our highest assurance) with this God? We Are much afraid to displease those men who can Easily hurt us, cc vvi av-j (p-acp po12 js n1) p-acp d np1? pns12 vbr av-d j pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq vmb av-j vvi pno12, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1954 Page 592
11738 and in whose hand it is to ruine us every hour: and in whose hand it is to ruin us every hour: cc p-acp rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 d n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1954 Page 592
11739 But O how little are we in this thought to fear the Lord, to take heed of displeasing the Lord, who can with ease either help or hurt, either bring salvation or destruction, who in a moment can thrust the soul out of the body, and cast both into hell. But Oh how little Are we in this Thought to Fear the Lord, to take heed of displeasing the Lord, who can with ease either help or hurt, either bring salvation or destruction, who in a moment can thrust the soul out of the body, and cast both into hell. cc-acp uh q-crq j vbr pns12 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, r-crq vmb p-acp vvi d n1 cc vvi, av-d vvb n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc vvd d p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1954 Page 592
11740 Secondly, We may hence make a strong inference for the comfort of the people of God, Secondly, We may hence make a strong Inference for the Comfort of the people of God, ord, pns12 vmb av vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1955 Page 592
11741 when their straits are most pinching, and their difficulties look like impossibilities, and are so indeed, while they look to man; when their straits Are most pinching, and their difficulties look like impossibilities, and Are so indeed, while they look to man; c-crq po32 n2 vbr av-ds vvg, cc po32 n2 vvb av-j n2, cc vbr av av, cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1955 Page 592
11742 when their enemies are strongest, and the mountains which stand in the way of their expected comforts greatest, when their enemies Are Strongest, and the Mountains which stand in the Way of their expected comforts greatest, c-crq po32 n2 vbr js, cc dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-vvn n2 js, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1955 Page 592
11743 if then God will be entreated to set his heart, and cast his eye upon them, their straits are presently turned into enlargements, difficulties become easie, and mountains plains. if then God will be entreated to Set his heart, and cast his eye upon them, their straits Are presently turned into enlargements, difficulties become easy, and Mountains plains. cs av np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno32, po32 n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n2, n2 vvb j, cc n2 n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1955 Page 592
11744 If we can but engage the Lord, (his own promise is the surest engagement, If we can but engage the Lord, (his own promise is the Surest engagement, cs pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi dt n1, (po31 d n1 vbz dt js n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1955 Page 592
11745 and indeed all that we can put upon him, or minde him of, if (I say) we can thus engage the Lord) to be with us, who can be (to our hurt, many will be to their own) against us. Secondly Note. and indeed all that we can put upon him, or mind him of, if (I say) we can thus engage the Lord) to be with us, who can be (to our hurt, many will be to their own) against us. Secondly Note. cc av d cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31 pp-f, cs (pns11 vvb) pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1) pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vbi (p-acp po12 n1, d vmb vbi p-acp po32 d) p-acp pno12. ord n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1955 Page 592
11746 Our life is at the beck, dispose and pleasure of God. Our life is At the beck, dispose and pleasure of God. po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1956 Page 592
11747 He can gather the spirit and the breath to himself whensoever he pleaseth; ( Psal. 104.29.) Thou hidest thy face and they are troubled, He can gather the Spirit and the breath to himself whensoever he Pleases; (Psalm 104.29.) Thou hidest thy face and they Are troubled, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp px31 c-crq pns31 vvz; (np1 crd.) pns21 vv2 po21 n1 cc pns32 vbr vvn, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1957 Page 592
11748 and thou takest away their breath, they die, and return to their dust. If God hideth his face from us, 'tis death while we live; and thou Takest away their breath, they die, and return to their dust. If God Hideth his face from us, it's death while we live; cc pns21 vv2 av po32 n1, pns32 vvb, cc vvi p-acp po32 n1. cs np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno12, pn31|vbz n1 cs pns12 vvb; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1957 Page 592
11749 but if he take away our breath, we cannot live, but die. ( Psal. 90.3.) Thou turnest man to destruction, but if he take away our breath, we cannot live, but die. (Psalm 90.3.) Thou Turnest man to destruction, cc-acp cs pns31 vvb av po12 n1, pns12 vmbx vvi, cc-acp vvb. (np1 crd.) pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1957 Page 592
11750 and sayest, Return ye children of men. Here's man turning and returning upon the saying of God; and Sayest, Return you children of men. Here's man turning and returning upon the saying of God; cc vv2, vvb pn22 n2 pp-f n2. av|vbz n1 n-vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1957 Page 592
11751 man turneth to death, he returneth to dust, and shall at last return from the dust, man turns to death, he returns to dust, and shall At last return from the dust, n1 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc vmb p-acp ord n1 p-acp dt n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1957 Page 592
11752 and all this when God saith he must. and all this when God Says he must. cc d d c-crq np1 vvz pns31 vmb. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1957 Page 592
11753 Our life is a very frail thing, and it is in the hand of God to continue or take it away; Our life is a very frail thing, and it is in the hand of God to continue or take it away; po12 n1 vbz dt av j n1, cc pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 av; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1957 Page 593
11754 to let us hold it, or gather it home to himself. to let us hold it, or gather it home to himself. p-acp vvb pno12 vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 av-an p-acp px31. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1957 Page 593
11755 Thirdly, From the manner of speaking, If he gather to himself his spirit and his breath; Note. Thirdly, From the manner of speaking, If he gather to himself his Spirit and his breath; Note. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, cs pns31 vvb p-acp px31 po31 n1 cc po31 n1; n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1958 Page 593
11756 When man dieth, he is gathered to God. When man Dieth, he is gathered to God. c-crq n1 vvz, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1959 Page 593
11757 When (as Solomon allegorizeth the death of man, Eccl. 12.6, 7.) The silver cord is loosed, When (as Solomon allegorizeth the death of man, Ecclesiastes 12.6, 7.) The silver cord is loosed, c-crq (c-acp np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd, crd) dt n1 n1 vbz vvn, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1960 Page 593
11758 and the golden bowl broken, &c. Then shall the dust (that is, the body) return to the earth as it was, and the golden bowl broken, etc. Then shall the dust (that is, the body) return to the earth as it was, cc dt j n1 vvn, av av vmb dt n1 (cst vbz, dt n1) vvb p-acp dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbds, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1960 Page 593
11759 and the spirit shall return to God who gave it; and the Spirit shall return to God who gave it; cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 r-crq vvd pn31; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1960 Page 593
11760 that is, each part of man (when he departeth this world) shall go its proper way, that is, each part of man (when he departeth this world) shall go its proper Way, cst vbz, d n1 pp-f n1 (c-crq pns31 vvz d n1) vmb vvi po31 j n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1960 Page 593
11761 and return to that which is most congenial to it; his body to the earth, from whence it is; and return to that which is most congenial to it; his body to the earth, from whence it is; cc vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz av-ds j p-acp pn31; po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp c-crq pn31 vbz; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1960 Page 593
11762 his soul to God, of whom it is. his soul to God, of whom it is. po31 n1 p-acp np1, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1960 Page 593
11763 God is a Spirit, the creating Spirit, and our created spirits are gathered to God when they are separated from the body; God is a Spirit, the creating Spirit, and our created spirits Are gathered to God when they Are separated from the body; np1 vbz dt n1, dt j-vvg n1, cc po12 j-vvn n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1960 Page 593
11764 yet remember there is a two-fold gathering or returning of the spirit to God. First, To abide and be blessed with him for ever; yet Remember there is a twofold gathering or returning of the Spirit to God. First, To abide and be blessed with him for ever; av vvb a-acp vbz dt n1 vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. ord, pc-acp vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp av; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1960 Page 593
11765 thus the spirits of believers or saints only are gathered to God when they depart out of this world. thus the spirits of believers or Saints only Are gathered to God when they depart out of this world. av dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 av-j vbr vvn p-acp np1 c-crq pns32 vvb av pp-f d n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1961 Page 593
11766 Secondly, There is a gathering of the spirit to God, to be judged and disposed of by him, to receive a sentence of life or death from him. Secondly, There is a gathering of the Spirit to God, to be judged and disposed of by him, to receive a sentence of life or death from him. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn pp-f p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11767 And thus the spirit of every man or woman that dieth, is gathered to God, be they good or bad, believers or unbelievers, ( Heb. 9.27.) It is appointed for men once to die, but after this the judgement. And thus the Spirit of every man or woman that Dieth, is gathered to God, be they good or bad, believers or unbelievers, (Hebrew 9.27.) It is appointed for men once to die, but After this the judgement. cc av dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 cst vvz, vbz vvn p-acp np1, vbb pns32 j cc j, n2 cc n2, (np1 crd.) pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc-acp p-acp d dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11768 'Tis the Statute Law of God, man must die, and the sound of Judgement is at the heels of death. It's the Statute Law of God, man must die, and the found of Judgement is At the heels of death. pn31|vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f np1, n1 vmb vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11769 That Text saith, but after this the Judgement. That Text Says, but After this the Judgement. cst n1 vvz, p-acp p-acp d dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11770 The general day of judgement shall not be till the resurrection of man from the dead; The general day of judgement shall not be till the resurrection of man from the dead; dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb xx vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11771 But there is a personal judgement, or a determining of every mans state when he dieth; But there is a personal judgement, or a determining of every men state when he Dieth; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1, cc dt vvg pp-f d ng1 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11772 and for that end every mans spirit is gathered to God to receive his sentence. and for that end every men Spirit is gathered to God to receive his sentence. cc p-acp d n1 d ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11773 The spirits of wicked men are gathered to him and condemned, the spirits of the righteous are gathered to him and acquitted: The spirits of wicked men Are gathered to him and condemned, the spirits of the righteous Are gathered to him and acquitted: dt n2 pp-f j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 cc vvn, dt n2 pp-f dt j vbr vvn p-acp pno31 cc vvn: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11774 We are come, saith the Apostle ( Heb. 12.23.) to God, the Judge of all, We Are come, Says the Apostle (Hebrew 12.23.) to God, the Judge of all, pns12 vbr vvn, vvz dt n1 (np1 crd.) p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f d, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11775 and to the spirits of just men made perfect. and to the spirits of just men made perfect. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 vvd j. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11776 David knew he must be gathered to God, but he earnestly deprecated such a gathering as most shall have, ( Psal. 26.9.) Gather not my soul with sinners, David knew he must be gathered to God, but he earnestly deprecated such a gathering as most shall have, (Psalm 26.9.) Gather not my soul with Sinners, np1 vvd pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp pns31 av-j vvd d dt vvg a-acp ds vmb vhi, (np1 crd.) vvb xx po11 n1 p-acp n2, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11777 nor my life with bloody men. It is this word, when sinners die, they are gathered; nor my life with bloody men. It is this word, when Sinners die, they Are gathered; ccx po11 n1 p-acp j n2. pn31 vbz d n1, c-crq n2 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 593
11778 but David would not be gathered as they are gathered; but David would not be gathered as they Are gathered; p-acp np1 vmd xx vbi vvn c-acp pns32 vbr vvn; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 594
11779 They are gathered to God, but it is that they may be for ever separated from him; They Are gathered to God, but it is that they may be for ever separated from him; pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp pn31 vbz d pns32 vmb vbi p-acp av vvn p-acp pno31; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 594
11780 they are gathered to a day of vengeance and wrath: Therefore David prayed, Gather not my soul with sinners. they Are gathered to a day of vengeance and wrath: Therefore David prayed, Gather not my soul with Sinners. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: av np1 vvd, vvb xx po11 n1 p-acp n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 594
11781 Death is called a gathering in a threefold reference. First, A gathering to our people. Death is called a gathering in a threefold Referente. First, A gathering to our people. n1 vbz vvn dt vvg p-acp dt j n1. ord, dt vvg p-acp po12 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1962 Page 594
11782 Thus it is said of Aaron, (Num. 20.24.) Aaron shall be gathered unto his people, Thus it is said of Aaron, (Num. 20.24.) Aaron shall be gathered unto his people, av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1963 Page 594
11783 for he shall not enter into the land, &c. Death separates the people of God from their people, that is, from those that are like them on earth, for he shall not enter into the land, etc. Death separates the people of God from their people, that is, from those that Are like them on earth, c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, av n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1, cst vbz, p-acp d cst vbr av-j pno32 p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1963 Page 594
11784 but it will be a means of bringing them into the society of their people, or fellow believers who are gone before them into heaven. but it will be a means of bringing them into the society of their people, or fellow believers who Are gone before them into heaven. cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc n1 n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1963 Page 594
11785 Secondly, Death is called a gathering to our Fathers, (2 Chron. 34: 28.) Behold I will gather thee to thy Fathers, Secondly, Death is called a gathering to our Father's, (2 Chronicles 34: 28.) Behold I will gather thee to thy Father's, ord, n1 vbz vvn dt vvg p-acp po12 n2, (crd np1 crd: crd) vvb pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n2, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1964 Page 594
11786 and thou shalt be gathered to thy grave in peace. and thou shalt be gathered to thy grave in peace. cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1964 Page 594
11787 There's a gathering to a more special company, and that with other like Scriptures are an argument that we shall know our relations in heaven. There's a gathering to a more special company, and that with other like Scriptures Are an argument that we shall know our relations in heaven. pc-acp|vbz dt vvg p-acp dt av-dc j n1, cc cst p-acp j-jn j n2 vbr dt n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1964 Page 594
11788 For, to be gathered to our Fathers, spoken of in the first part of the verse, is more then to be gathered to the grave, spoken of in the latter; For, to be gathered to our Father's, spoken of in the First part of the verse, is more then to be gathered to the grave, spoken of in the latter; p-acp, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, vvn pp-f p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av-dc cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn pp-f p-acp dt d; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1964 Page 594
11789 and by our fathers, we are to understand more of our fathers then the grave hath in its keeping (which is but their bodies) even their souls, which are kept in heaven. and by our Father's, we Are to understand more of our Father's then the grave hath in its keeping (which is but their bodies) even their Souls, which Are kept in heaven. cc p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dc pp-f po12 n2 av dt n1 vhz p-acp po31 n-vvg (r-crq vbz p-acp po32 n2) j po32 n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1964 Page 594
11790 Thirdly, According to the phrase of this Text, death is called a gathering to God; If he gather unto himself his spirit and his breath. Whence Note, Fourthly. Thirdly, According to the phrase of this Text, death is called a gathering to God; If he gather unto himself his Spirit and his breath. Whence Note, Fourthly. ord, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, n1 vbz vvn dt vvg p-acp np1; cs pns31 vvb p-acp px31 po31 n1 cc po31 n1. q-crq n1, ord. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1965 Page 594
11791 The spirit or soul of man hath its original from God. It is of him to whom it returneth; The Spirit or soul of man hath its original from God. It is of him to whom it returns; dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vhz po31 j-jn p-acp np1. pn31 vbz pp-f pno31 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1966 Page 594
11792 The soul or spirit of man is of God in a more special way then his body is; The soul or Spirit of man is of God in a more special Way then his body is; dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz pp-f np1 p-acp dt av-dc j n1 av po31 n1 vbz; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 594
11793 for though God giveth both, yet the Scripture (in the place before named) speaks of the soul as the gift of God, for though God gives both, yet the Scripture (in the place before nam) speaks of the soul as the gift of God, p-acp cs np1 vvz d, av dt n1 (p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn) vvz pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 594
11794 but passeth by the body; ( Eccles. 12.7.) The dust shall return to the earth, as it was; but passes by the body; (Eccles. 12.7.) The dust shall return to the earth, as it was; cc-acp vvz p-acp dt n1; (np1 crd.) dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbds; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 594
11795 and the spirit shall return to God who gave it. 'Tis God, not man alone, who hath given us these bodies, but 'tis not man, and the Spirit shall return to God who gave it. It's God, not man alone, who hath given us these bodies, but it's not man, cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 r-crq vvd pn31. pn31|vbz np1, xx n1 av-j, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 d n2, cc-acp pn31|vbz xx n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 594
11797 therefore men are called the fathers of our flesh, that is, of the body, in way of distinction, from God, who is the father of spirits (Heb. 12.9.) We have had fathers of our flesh, which corrected us, Therefore men Are called the Father's of our Flesh, that is, of the body, in Way of distinction, from God, who is the father of spirits (Hebrew 12.9.) We have had Father's of our Flesh, which corrected us, av n2 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cst vbz, pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 (np1 crd.) pns12 vhb vhn n2 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvd pno12, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 594
11798 and we gave them reverence, shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of spirits, and live; and we gave them Reverence, shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of spirits, and live; cc pns12 vvd pno32 n1, vmb pns12 xx av-d av vbb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvi; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 595
11799 that is, shall we not rather be subject to God then to man? Father of spirits is an Attribute or Title too high and honourable for any but God. One of the Ancients in his gracious breathing after God, brake out into this holy Passion; that is, shall we not rather be Subject to God then to man? Father of spirits is an Attribute or Title too high and honourable for any but God. One of the Ancients in his gracious breathing After God, brake out into this holy Passion; cst vbz, vmb pns12 xx av vbi j-jn p-acp np1 av p-acp n1? n1 pp-f n2 vbz dt n1 cc n1 av j cc j p-acp d p-acp np1. crd pp-f dt n2-j p-acp po31 j n-vvg p-acp np1, vvd av p-acp d j n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 595
11800 My soul (O God) came from thee, and my heart is unquiet or restless until it return to thee again; My soul (Oh God) Come from thee, and my heart is unquiet or restless until it return to thee again; po11 n1 (uh np1) vvd p-acp pno21, cc po11 n1 vbz j cc j c-acp pn31 vvb p-acp pno21 av; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 595
11801 God is our center, and our rest: He gathereth to himself mans spirit; God is our centre, and our rest: He gathereth to himself men Spirit; np1 vbz po12 n1, cc po12 n1: pns31 vvz p-acp px31 vvz n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 595
11802 and when he doth so, what then? what's the issue of it? Elihu tells us what in the next verse, Vers. 15. All flesh shall perish together, and when he does so, what then? what's the issue of it? Elihu tells us what in the next verse, Vers. 15. All Flesh shall perish together, cc c-crq pns31 vdz av, r-crq av? q-crq|vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31? np1 vvz pno12 r-crq p-acp dt ord n1, np1 crd d n1 vmb vvi av, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 595
11803 and man shall turn again to his dust. and man shall turn again to his dust. cc n1 vmb vvi av p-acp po31 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1967 Page 595
11804 As if he had said, As soon as ever the spirit is gathered, the flesh is consumed, or, as we render, perisheth. As if he had said, As soon as ever the Spirit is gathered, the Flesh is consumed, or, as we render, Perishes. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-acp av c-acp av dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn, cc, c-acp pns12 vvb, vvz. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1968 Page 595
11805 All flesh, may be taken in the largest sence, not only for all men that live, but for all living creatures: All Flesh, may be taken in the Largest sense, not only for all men that live, but for all living creatures: d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1, xx av-j p-acp d n2 cst vvb, cc-acp p-acp d j-vvg n2: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1969 Page 595
11806 Thus largely Moses extendeth it, ( Gen. 6.17.) Behold, saith the Lord, I will bring a flood of water to destroy all flesh; Thus largely Moses extendeth it, (Gen. 6.17.) Behold, Says the Lord, I will bring a flood of water to destroy all Flesh; av av-j np1 vvz pn31, (np1 crd.) vvb, vvz dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1969 Page 595
11807 that is, all the Beasts of the earth, and Fowls of the ayre, together with Mankinde, that is, all the Beasts of the earth, and Fowls of the air, together with Mankind, cst vbz, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1969 Page 595
11808 except a few of each in the Ark: except a few of each in the Ark: c-acp dt d pp-f d p-acp dt n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1969 Page 595
11809 so ( Psal. 136.25.) Who giveth food to all flesh, (that is, to man and beast) for his mercy endureth for ever. so (Psalm 136.25.) Who gives food to all Flesh, (that is, to man and beast) for his mercy Endureth for ever. av (np1 crd.) r-crq vvz n1 p-acp d n1, (cst vbz, p-acp n1 cc n1) p-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp av. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1969 Page 595
11810 Yet some understand this first part more narrowly, for all flesh except man; Yet Some understand this First part more narrowly, for all Flesh except man; av d vvb d ord n1 dc av-j, c-acp d n1 c-acp n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1969 Page 595
11811 because he addeth in the latter part of the verse, and man shall return again to his dust: Because he adds in the latter part of the verse, and man shall return again to his dust: c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 vmb vvi av p-acp po31 n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1969 Page 595
11812 But I conceive we are to take all flesh here for all men, and only for men, it being usual in Scripture to put the same thing twice, under different expressions. So then But I conceive we Are to take all Flesh Here for all men, and only for men, it being usual in Scripture to put the same thing twice, under different expressions. So then cc-acp pns11 vvb pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 av p-acp d n2, cc av-j p-acp n2, pn31 vbg j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt d n1 av, p-acp j n2. av cs (26) chapter (DIV2) 1969 Page 595
11813 All flesh, that is, every man, be he who he will, shall perish. Thus as all flesh is restrained to man, All Flesh, that is, every man, be he who he will, shall perish. Thus as all Flesh is restrained to man, d n1, cst vbz, d n1, vbb pns31 r-crq pns31 vmb, vmb vvi. av p-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1970 Page 595
11814 so it extendeth over all men, yea over all things of man ( Isa. 40.6.) All flesh is grass, and all the goodliness thereof as the flower of the field; so it extendeth over all men, yea over all things of man (Isaiah 40.6.) All Flesh is grass, and all the goodliness thereof as the flower of the field; av pn31 vvz p-acp d n2, uh p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 (np1 crd.) d n1 vbz n1, cc d dt n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1970 Page 595
11815 that is, all men are perishing, and all that man hath, meerly as a man, is as fading and perishing as himself is. that is, all men Are perishing, and all that man hath, merely as a man, is as fading and perishing as himself is. cst vbz, d n2 vbr vvg, cc d cst n1 vhz, av-j c-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp px31 vbz. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1970 Page 595
11816 Some take notice, that man was not called flesh till after his fall; some take notice, that man was not called Flesh till After his fallen; d vvb n1, cst n1 vbds xx vvn n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 595
11817 It's said before, when God set him up in that primitive purity of his Creation, Man became a living soul. It's said before, when God Set him up in that primitive purity of his Creation, Man became a living soul. pn31|vbz vvn a-acp, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 vvd dt j-vvg n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 595
11818 He was not spoken of at first as flesh, but as a living soul, (Gen. 2.7.) but as soon as man had sinned, he was called flesh, as if he had no soul. He was not spoken of At First as Flesh, but as a living soul, (Gen. 2.7.) but as soon as man had sinned, he was called Flesh, as if he had no soul. pns31 vbds xx vvn pp-f p-acp ord p-acp n1, p-acp p-acp dt vvg n1, (np1 crd.) cc-acp c-acp av c-acp n1 vhd vvn, pns31 vbds vvn n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd dx n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 595
11819 There may two other reasons be given why man is called flesh, both following from the former. There may two other Reasons be given why man is called Flesh, both following from the former. pc-acp vmb crd j-jn n2 vbb vvn c-crq n1 vbz vvn n1, d vvg p-acp dt j. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 595
11820 First, Because man since his fall doth most for his flesh, and neglects his soul altogether, till being planted into the second Adam, he is brought out of that wretched condition into which he fell by and with the first Adam. Secondly, He is called flesh, First, Because man since his fallen does most for his Flesh, and neglects his soul altogether, till being planted into the second Adam, he is brought out of that wretched condition into which he fell by and with the First Adam. Secondly, He is called Flesh, ord, c-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 vdz av-ds p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz po31 n1 av, c-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt ord np1, pns31 vbz vvn av pp-f d j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp cc p-acp dt ord np1. ord, pns31 vbz vvn n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 596
11821 because, since the fall man is become weak and frail, both as to Naturals and Morals, ( Gen. 6.3.) My spirit shall not alwaies strive with man, Because, since the fallen man is become weak and frail, both as to Naturals and Morals, (Gen. 6.3.) My Spirit shall not always strive with man, c-acp, c-acp dt n1 n1 vbz vvn j cc j, d c-acp p-acp n2-j cc n2, (np1 crd.) po11 n1 vmb xx av vvi p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 596
11822 for that he also is flesh: for that he also is Flesh: c-acp cst pns31 av vbz n1: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 596
11823 As if the Lord had said, Now man declareth himself to be flesh indeed, he acts like an impotent sorry creature, he acts as if he scarce had a soul in him, As if the Lord had said, Now man Declareth himself to be Flesh indeed, he acts like an impotent sorry creature, he acts as if he scarce had a soul in him, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, av n1 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi n1 av, pns31 vvz av-j dt j j n1, pns31 vvz c-acp cs pns31 av-j vhd dt n1 p-acp pno31, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 596
11824 as if he were no more then the beasts of the earth: My spirit shall not alwaies strive with man, for that he also is flesh; as if he were no more then the beasts of the earth: My Spirit shall not always strive with man, for that he also is Flesh; c-acp cs pns31 vbdr dx dc cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1: po11 n1 vmb xx av vvi p-acp n1, c-acp cst pns31 av vbz n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 596
11825 and therefore ( v. 30.) God told Noah, The end of all flesh is come before me; and Therefore (v. 30.) God told Noah, The end of all Flesh is come before me; cc av (n1 crd) np1 vvd np1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 596
11826 that is, Man, and all his worldly glory, shall all be swept away with a deluge of water, that is, Man, and all his worldly glory, shall all be swept away with a deluge of water, cst vbz, n1, cc d po31 j n1, vmb d vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 596
11827 as here, All flesh shall perish together. There is a two-fold perishing; First, By way of annihilation. Secondly, By way of transmutation. as Here, All Flesh shall perish together. There is a twofold perishing; First, By Way of annihilation. Secondly, By Way of transmutation. c-acp av, d n1 vmb vvi av. pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg; ord, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1971 Page 596
11828 When Elihu saith, all flesh shall perish, we are not to understand it of annihilating all flesh; (God can do that, he can turn man back into that nothing out of which he was made) but the perishing in the Text importeth only a change. When Elihu Says, all Flesh shall perish, we Are not to understand it of annihilating all Flesh; (God can do that, he can turn man back into that nothing out of which he was made) but the perishing in the Text imports only a change. c-crq np1 vvz, d n1 vmb vvi, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp vvg d n1; (n1 vmb vdi d, pns31 vmb vvi n1 av p-acp d pix av pp-f r-crq pns31 vbds vvn) p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz av-j dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1972 Page 596
11829 Death is called a change, & a change to perishing, as that good & great woman said, I will go in unto the King, Death is called a change, & a change to perishing, as that good & great woman said, I will go in unto the King, n1 vbz vvn dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp vvg, c-acp cst j cc j n1 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1972 Page 596
11830 and if I perish, I perish, (Hest. 4.16.) that is, If I die, I die. and if I perish, I perish, (Hest. 4.16.) that is, If I die, I die. cc cs pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb, (np1 crd.) cst vbz, cs pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1972 Page 596
11831 The Prophet laments ( Isa. 57.1.) The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth it to heart. All flesh shall perish Together. The Prophet laments (Isaiah 57.1.) The righteous Perishes, and no man Layeth it to heart. All Flesh shall perish Together. dt n1 vvz (np1 crd.) dt j vvz, cc dx n1 vvz pn31 p-acp n1. av-d n1 vmb vvi av. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1972 Page 596
11832 That is, without exception, one as well as another, rich and poor, high and low, strong and weak, all are alike in the hand of God, ( Psal. 33.13.15.) The Lord looketh from heaven, he beholdeth all the sons of men, &c. he fashioneth their hearts alike, or together; that is, he fashioneth the hearts of all men: That is, without exception, one as well as Another, rich and poor, high and low, strong and weak, all Are alike in the hand of God, (Psalm 33.13.15.) The Lord looks from heaven, he beholdeth all the Sons of men, etc. he fashioneth their hearts alike, or together; that is, he fashioneth the hearts of all men: cst vbz, p-acp n1, pi c-acp av c-acp j-jn, j cc j, j cc j, j cc j, d vbr av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vvz d dt n2 pp-f n2, av pns31 vvz po32 n2 av, cc av; cst vbz, pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f d n2: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1973 Page 596
11855 Christ earnestly exhorts ( John 6.27.) Labour not for the meat that perisheth. christ earnestly exhorts (John 6.27.) Labour not for the meat that Perishes. np1 av-j vvz (np1 crd.) vvb xx p-acp dt n1 cst vvz. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1980 Page 597
11833 God doth not so fashion mens hearts alike, as to make them all alike, (faces do not differ so much as hearts) but as he fashions one mans heart, so anothers; God does not so fashion men's hearts alike, as to make them all alike, (faces do not differ so much as hearts) but as he fashions one men heart, so another's; np1 vdz xx av vvi ng2 n2 av, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 d av, (n2 vdb xx vvi av av-d c-acp n2) cc-acp c-acp pns31 n2 crd ng1 n1, av j-jn; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1973 Page 596
11834 he fashions the heart of a King, as well as the heart of a begger: All flesh shall perish together; he fashions the heart of a King, as well as the heart of a beggar: All Flesh shall perish together; pns31 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: d n1 vmb vvi av; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1973 Page 596
11835 none either by power or policy can stand against a displeased God. none either by power or policy can stand against a displeased God. pix av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvn np1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1973 Page 596
11836 Again, We may take the word together, for all at once, God can make a total devastation in the earth, Again, We may take the word together, for all At once, God can make a total devastation in the earth, av, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 av, p-acp d p-acp a-acp, np1 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1974 Page 596
11837 and sweep all away as filth with the besome of destruction; and sweep all away as filth with the besom of destruction; cc vvi d av c-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1974 Page 597
11838 He can destroy all the world, of all men, who are the chiefe part of the world, together, or at one blow; He can destroy all the world, of all men, who Are the chief part of the world, together, or At one blow; pns31 vmb vvi d dt n1, pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, av, cc p-acp crd n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1974 Page 597
11839 so that (as the Prophet Nahum speaks, Chap: 1.9.) Affliction shall not rise up a second time. so that (as the Prophet Nahum speaks, Chap: 1.9.) Affliction shall not rise up a second time. av d (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, n1: crd.) n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp dt ord n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1974 Page 597
11840 All flesh shall perish together, And man shall returne againe unto dust. Or he shall goe backe unto dust, that is, he shall dye: All Flesh shall perish together, And man shall return again unto dust. Or he shall go back unto dust, that is, he shall die: av-d n1 vmb vvi av, cc n1 vmb vvi av p-acp n1. cc pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp n1, cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1974 Page 597
11841 that's the sentence which God gave upon man when he had sinned ( Gen: 3.19.) In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou returne unto the ground; that's the sentence which God gave upon man when he had sinned (Gen: 3.19.) In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bred, till thou return unto the ground; d|vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn (np1: crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vm2 pns21 vvi n1, c-acp pns21 vvb p-acp dt n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1975 Page 597
11842 for out of it wast thou taken, for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou returne. for out of it wast thou taken, for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return. c-acp av pp-f pn31 vvi pns21 vvn, p-acp n1 pns21 vb2r, cc p-acp n1 vm2 pns21 vvi. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1975 Page 597
11843 Man was dust before he sinned; Man was dust before he sinned; n1 vbds n1 p-acp pns31 vvd; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1975 Page 597
11844 yet he had not returned to dust, if he had not turned from God by sin. yet he had not returned to dust, if he had not turned from God by since. av pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp n1, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1975 Page 597
11845 Sin brought in death, and death brings us to the dust. All flesh shall perish together, and man shall returne againe unto dust. Hence observe. since brought in death, and death brings us to the dust. All Flesh shall perish together, and man shall return again unto dust. Hence observe. n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1. d n1 vmb vvi av, cc n1 vmb vvi av p-acp n1. av vvi. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1975 Page 597
11846 There is no one man hath more priviledge then another, against the sentence of death. The Greatest Prince dyeth as soone as the meanest peasant. There is no one man hath more privilege then Another, against the sentence of death. The Greatest Prince Dies as soon as the Meanest Peasant. pc-acp vbz dx pi n1 vhz dc n1 cs j-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. dt js n1 vvz a-acp av c-acp dt js n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1976 Page 597
11847 Death can as soone and as easily breake into the strongest fort or tower of stone, Death can as soon and as Easily break into the Strongest fort or tower of stone, n1 vmb a-acp av cc a-acp av-j vvi p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1977 Page 597
11848 as into the meanest cottage of reeds. High and low shall perish together. as into the Meanest cottage of reeds. High and low shall perish together. c-acp p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n2. j cc av-j vmb vvi av. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1977 Page 597
11849 Let none hope to secure themselves by any thing of this world from going out of this world. Let none hope to secure themselves by any thing of this world from going out of this world. vvb pix vvi pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp vvg av pp-f d n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1977 Page 597
11850 Riches availe not in the day of death (Pro: 11.4.) High Titles and honours availe not, strength availeth not, beauty availeth not, none of these can be a protection, Riches avail not in the day of death (Pro: 11.4.) High Titles and honours avail not, strength availeth not, beauty availeth not, none of these can be a protection, n2 vvi xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) j n2 cc n2 vvi xx, n1 vvz xx, n1 vvz xx, pix pp-f d vmb vbi dt n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1977 Page 597
11851 if God send out a writ or summons to the grave. if God send out a writ or summons to the grave. cs np1 vvb av dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1977 Page 597
11852 Happy are they who get an assurance of life after death, for none have an assurance of life against death. Happy Are they who get an assurance of life After death, for none have an assurance of life against death. j vbr pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pi vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1977 Page 597
11853 Againe, In that death is here expressed under this notion of perishing. Observe. Man is but in a perishing condition while he is in this world. Again, In that death is Here expressed under this notion of perishing. Observe. Man is but in a perishing condition while he is in this world. av, p-acp d n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg. vvb. n1 vbz p-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cs pns31 vbz p-acp d n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1978 Page 597
11854 As all the things of the world are, so is man, while he abideth (if I may say he abideth) in this world. As all the things of the world Are, so is man, while he Abideth (if I may say he Abideth) in this world. p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr, av vbz n1, cs pns31 vvz (cs pns11 vmb vvi pns31 vvz) p-acp d n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1980 Page 597
11856 Why should we labour, that is, set our selves with our whole strength and might to pursue perishing things, seeing we our selves are perishing? The more perishing we are, the more reason we have to looke after and labour for those things which doe not, which cannot perish. Why should we labour, that is, Set our selves with our Whole strength and might to pursue perishing things, seeing we our selves Are perishing? The more perishing we Are, the more reason we have to look After and labour for those things which do not, which cannot perish. q-crq vmd pns12 vvi, cst vbz, vvb po12 n2 p-acp po12 j-jn n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi vvg n2, vvg pns12 po12 n2 vbr vvg? dt av-dc vvg pns12 vbr, dt av-dc n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq vdb xx, r-crq vmbx vvi. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1980 Page 598
11857 When the Apostle saith (1 Pet: 1.18.) We are not redeemed with corruptible things from our vaine conversation, &c. He doth not instance in flowers or fruits of the earth, which quickly rot, When the Apostle Says (1 Pet: 1.18.) We Are not redeemed with corruptible things from our vain Conversation, etc. He does not instance in flowers or fruits of the earth, which quickly rot, c-crq dt n1 vvz (vvn n1: crd.) pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp po12 j n1, av pns31 vdz xx n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq av-j vvb, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1980 Page 598
11858 but in gold and silver, which are the most durable and lasting metalls; even these are corruptible; but in gold and silver, which Are the most durable and lasting metals; even these Are corruptible; cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr dt av-ds j cc j-vvg n2; av d vbr j; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1980 Page 598
11859 but we our selves as to this bodyly life, are corruptible, not only as gold and silver, but we our selves as to this bodily life, Are corruptible, not only as gold and silver, cc-acp pns12 po12 n2 a-acp p-acp d j n1, vbr j, xx av-j c-acp n1 cc n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1980 Page 598
11860 but as the most fading flowers and summer fruits of the earth. Further, From that other description of death, as 'tis called a returning againe unto dust. We learne. Man is of the dust. but as the most fading flowers and summer fruits of the earth. Further, From that other description of death, as it's called a returning again unto dust. We Learn. Man is of the dust. cc-acp c-acp dt av-ds j-vvg n2 cc n1 n2 pp-f dt n1. jc, p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn dt vvg av p-acp n1. pns12 vvb. n1 vbz pp-f dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1980 Page 598
11861 Unlesse man, as to his body, were of the dust when he began to live, he could not be sayd to returne unto dust when he dyeth, or departs this life. Unless man, as to his body, were of the dust when he began to live, he could not be said to return unto dust when he Dies, or departs this life. cs n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n1, vbdr pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvz d n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11862 Many men pore upon their pedegree, and heir minds swel with pride, because they are of such or such a noble descent; Many men poor upon their pedigree, and heir minds swell with pride, Because they Are of such or such a noble descent; av-d n2 j p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 n2 vvb p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vbr pp-f d cc d dt j n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11863 but let them remember, man is of the dust. The soule or spirit of man is indeed from above, as was shewed before; but let them Remember, man is of the dust. The soul or Spirit of man is indeed from above, as was showed before; cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi, n1 vbz pp-f dt n1. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz av p-acp a-acp, c-acp vbds vvn a-acp; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11864 and the body of man is (I grant) a compound of all the foure Elements. and the body of man is (I grant) a compound of all the foure Elements. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz (pns11 vvb) dt n1 pp-f d dt crd n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11865 Our bodyly spirits (say Naturalists) are of the fire, our breath of the ayre, our blood of the water, Our bodily spirits (say Naturalists) Are of the fire, our breath of the air, our blood of the water, po12 j n2 (vvi n2) vbr pp-f dt n1, po12 n1 pp-f dt n1, po12 n1 pp-f dt n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11866 and our flesh and bones are most properly of the dust of the earth; and our Flesh and bones Are most properly of the dust of the earth; cc po12 n1 cc n2 vbr av-ds av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11867 yet the whole body of man is denominated dust or earth, or as the Apostle stileth it (2 Cor: 5.1.) 'Tis an earthly house; If our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved. yet the Whole body of man is denominated dust or earth, or as the Apostle styleth it (2 Cor: 5.1.) It's an earthly house; If our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved. av dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 (crd fw-la: crd.) pn31|vbz dt j n1; cs po12 j n1 pp-f d n1 vbdr vvn. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11868 For though we may truely say, there is water, and ayre, and fire in this house, For though we may truly say, there is water, and air, and fire in this house, c-acp cs pns12 vmb av-j vvi, pc-acp vbz n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp d n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11869 yet because earth is the predominant Element, the whole body beares the denomination of that. yet Because earth is the predominant Element, the Whole body bears the denomination of that. av c-acp n1 vbz dt j n1, dt j-jn n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11870 God is not sayd to forme man of the water, or ayre, or fire, but of the dust of the ground ( Gen: 2.7.) though all those as well as earth were ingredients in the composition and formation of mans body. God is not said to Form man of the water, or air, or fire, but of the dust of the ground (Gen: 2.7.) though all those as well as earth were ingredients in the composition and formation of men body. np1 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd.) cs d d c-acp av c-acp n1 vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f ng1 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11871 As man with respect to his spiritualls and moralls, is denominated from that which is chief in him, As man with respect to his spirituals and morals, is denominated from that which is chief in him, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, vbz vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pno31, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11872 so with respect to his naturalls. so with respect to his naturals. av p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2-j. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11873 Every man hath the seeds and principles of all sin in him, yet many men are knowne and expressed by some speciall sin. Every man hath the seeds and principles of all since in him, yet many men Are known and expressed by Some special since. np1 n1 vhz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno31, av d n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11893 how highly soever himselfe is exalted in the earth. And as man, while he lives is from the dust; how highly soever himself is exalted in the earth. And as man, while he lives is from the dust; c-crq av-j av px31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. cc p-acp n1, cs pns31 vvz vbz p-acp dt n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11874 Thus one is called a covetous man, another a malicious man, &c. because covetousnesse and malice are their predominant sins in practice, Thus one is called a covetous man, Another a malicious man, etc. Because covetousness and malice Are their predominant Sins in practice, av pi vbz vvn dt j n1, j-jn dt j n1, av p-acp n1 cc n1 vbr po32 j n2 p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11875 though the principles of all other sins are in them. though the principles of all other Sins Are in them. cs dt n2 pp-f d j-jn n2 vbr p-acp pno32. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 598
11876 So for grace, one is sayd to be a patient man, and another an humble man, and a third, a self-denying man. Though where any grace is all graces are, So for grace, one is said to be a patient man, and Another an humble man, and a third, a self-denying man. Though where any grace is all graces Are, av p-acp n1, pi vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc j-jn dt j n1, cc dt ord, dt j n1. c-acp c-crq d n1 vbz d n2 vbr, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 599
11877 yet a godly man is knowne by that grace which acts most eminently and vigorously in him. yet a godly man is known by that grace which acts most eminently and vigorously in him. av dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz av-ds av-j cc av-j p-acp pno31. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 599
11878 In this notion man is sayd to be of the dust, and to returne to dust, In this notion man is said to be of the dust, and to return to dust, p-acp d n1 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 599
11879 as if he were nothing but dust, because dust is the predominant Element in the naturall constitution of man. as if he were nothing but dust, Because dust is the predominant Element in the natural constitution of man. c-acp cs pns31 vbdr pix cc-acp n1, c-acp n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1983 Page 599
11880 And if so, then this is an humbling consideration. And if so, then this is an humbling consideration. cc cs av, cs d vbz dt vvg n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11881 Some walke as if they thought the ground or earth not good enough for them to goe upon. some walk as if they Thought the ground or earth not good enough for them to go upon. d n1 c-acp cs pns32 vvd dt n1 cc n1 xx j av-d p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11882 Moses setting forth the dreadfullness of famine, as a punishment threatned the Jewish nation in case of disobedience, tells us it shall fall on all sorts, both of men and women ( Deut: 28.56.) The tender and delicate woman among you, which would not adventure to set the sole of her foot upon the ground for delicateness and tenderness, &c. Some are loth to put their feet to the ground, Moses setting forth the dreadfullness of famine, as a punishment threatened the Jewish Nation in case of disobedience, tells us it shall fallen on all sorts, both of men and women (Deuteronomy: 28.56.) The tender and delicate woman among you, which would not adventure to Set the sole of her foot upon the ground for delicateness and tenderness, etc. some Are loath to put their feet to the ground, np1 vvg av dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 vvd dt jp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvz pno12 pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, d pp-f n2 cc n2 (j: crd.) dt j cc j n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av d vbr j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11883 whereas the best foote that ever trod upon the ground, is dust as wel as the ground trodden on, whereas the best foot that ever trod upon the ground, is dust as well as the ground trodden on, cs dt js n1 cst av vvd p-acp dt n1, vbz n1 p-acp av c-acp dt n1 vvn a-acp, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11884 and 'tis but dust to dust when they are in the dust, and dirt to dirt if they fall into the dirt. and it's but dust to dust when they Are in the dust, and dirt to dirt if they fallen into the dirt. cc pn31|vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp n1 cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11885 The Apostle, among other reasons, for this also, calleth the body of man a vile body (Phil: 3.21.) Who shall change our vile body that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body. The Apostle, among other Reasons, for this also, calls the body of man a vile body (Philip: 3.21.) Who shall change our vile body that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body. dt n1, p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp d av, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 dt j n1 (np1: crd.) q-crq vmb vvi po12 j n1 cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp po31 j n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11886 Our bodies are vile, chiefly from the contagion of sin, that hath made them most vile; Our bodies Are vile, chiefly from the contagion of since, that hath made them most vile; po12 n2 vbr j, av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vhz vvn pno32 av-ds j; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11887 But they are comparatively vile, with respect to the very matter out of which they were all representatively made when the first man was made, without the least taint or touch of sin. But they Are comparatively vile, with respect to the very matter out of which they were all representatively made when the First man was made, without the least taint or touch of since. cc-acp pns32 vbr av-j j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 av pp-f r-crq pns32 vbdr d av-j vvn c-crq dt ord n1 vbds vvn, p-acp dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11888 Man at best as to the body is but a little breathing dust or moving clay. Man At best as to the body is but a little breathing dust or moving clay. n1 p-acp js p-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j j-vvg n1 cc j-vvg n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11889 And did we spiritually look upon the matter of our bodyes, it would exceedingly humble our spirits, And did we spiritually look upon the matter of our bodies, it would exceedingly humble our spirits, cc vdd pns12 av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pn31 vmd av-vvg vvi po12 n2, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11890 and keep them low even when like Jordan they are ready to over-flow all the banks of modesty, and moderation. and keep them low even when like Jordan they Are ready to overflow all the banks of modesty, and moderation. cc vvi pno32 av-j av c-crq av-j n1 pns32 vbr j p-acp j d dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11891 We heare of a bird, who priding himselfe in spreading and perusing his fine feathers, is presently as it were, ashamed by looking down upon his owne black feete. We hear of a bird, who priding himself in spreading and perusing his fine Feathers, is presently as it were, ashamed by looking down upon his own black feet. pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvg px31 p-acp vvg cc vvg po31 j n2, vbz av-j p-acp pn31 vbdr, j p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp po31 d j-jn n2. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11892 Surely did man often consider that his whole body is of the earth, it would be an excellent meanes to keepe his heart in a lowly frame, Surely did man often Consider that his Whole body is of the earth, it would be an excellent means to keep his heart in a lowly frame, np1 vdd n1 av vvi cst po31 j-jn n1 vbz pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmd vbi dt j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1984 Page 599
11894 so when he dyeth (that's another humbling consideration) his body not only returneth unto dust, but turneth into dust. so when he Dies (that's Another humbling consideration) his body not only returns unto dust, but turns into dust. av c-crq pns31 vvz (cst|vbz j-jn vvg n1) po31 n1 xx av-j vvz p-acp n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 599
11895 David, as the figure of Christ cryed out ( Psal: 22.15.) Thou hast brought me into the dust of death. David, as the figure of christ cried out (Psalm: 22.15.) Thou hast brought me into the dust of death. np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av (np1: crd.) pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11896 Dust and death are neere acquaintance, and all that dy, grow quickly into neerer acquaintance with the dust. Dust and death Are near acquaintance, and all that die, grow quickly into nearer acquaintance with the dust. n1 cc n1 vbr av-j n1, cc d cst vvb, vvb av-j p-acp jc n1 p-acp dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11897 It is sayd ( Psal: 103.14.) The Lord knoweth our frame, he remembreth that we are but dust. It is said (Psalm: 103.14.) The Lord Knoweth our frame, he Remember that we Are but dust. pn31 vbz vvd (np1: crd.) dt n1 vvz po12 n1, pns31 vvz cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11898 But what advantage is that to us, that the Lord knoweth the one, and remembreth the other? I may answer as the Apostle doth to another question ( Rom: 3.2.) much every way, chiefly, But what advantage is that to us, that the Lord Knoweth the one, and Remember the other? I may answer as the Apostle does to Another question (Rom: 3.2.) much every Way, chiefly, cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz d p-acp pno12, cst dt n1 vvz dt pi, cc vvz dt j-jn? pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp n-jn n1 (np1: crd.) d d n1, av-jn, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11899 because he will pitty us and spare us and deale tenderly with us, as considering how frayle we are. Because he will pity us and spare us and deal tenderly with us, as considering how frail we Are. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 cc vvi av-j p-acp pno12, c-acp vvg c-crq j pns12 vbr. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11900 Now as it may be our comfort that God remembreth we are but dust, so 'tis our duty to remember that we are but dust, Now as it may be our Comfort that God Remember we Are but dust, so it's our duty to Remember that we Are but dust, av c-acp pn31 vmb vbi po12 n1 cst np1 vvz pns12 vbr p-acp n1, av pn31|vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11901 and that we must to the dust. and that we must to the dust. cc cst pns12 vmb p-acp dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11902 Shall God remember that we are dust, and shall not we remember it our selves? Did we more remember that we are dust, we should more prepare for our return to the dust. Shall God Remember that we Are dust, and shall not we Remember it our selves? Did we more Remember that we Are dust, we should more prepare for our return to the dust. vmb np1 vvi cst pns12 vbr n1, cc vmb xx pns12 vvi pn31 po12 n2? vdd pns12 av-dc vvi cst pns12 vbr n1, pns12 vmd av-dc vvi p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11903 Yea, I may say, we should be more in heaven, if we were more in our dust; Yea, I may say, we should be more in heaven, if we were more in our dust; uh, pns11 vmb vvi, pns12 vmd vbi av-dc p-acp n1, cs pns12 vbdr av-dc p-acp po12 n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11904 that is, the gracious and serious meditation of our naturall vilenes and infirmities would provoke us to looke heaven-wards, that is, the gracious and serious meditation of our natural vileness and infirmities would provoke us to look heavenwards, d vbz, dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 j n1 cc n2 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi n2, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11905 and prepare for heaven, where these our naturall bodyes shall become spirituall (1 Cor: 15.44.) that is, they shall be like spirits (though not turned into spirits) living without food or sleep, living free from weariness and sickness, from paines and languishments, and prepare for heaven, where these our natural bodies shall become spiritual (1 Cor: 15.44.) that is, they shall be like spirits (though not turned into spirits) living without food or sleep, living free from weariness and sickness, from pains and languishments, cc vvi p-acp n1, c-crq d po12 j n2 vmb vvi j (vvn fw-la: crd.) cst vbz, pns32 vmb vbi j n2 (cs xx vvn p-acp n2) vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n2 cc n2, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11906 yea free from the remotest feare of ever dying or returning againe into dust. yea free from the Remotest Fear of ever dying or returning again into dust. uh j p-acp dt js n1 pp-f av vvg cc vvg av p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11907 Such as these and many more would be our soules advantages, did we often (as becomes us) remember that our bodyes are of the earth, Such as these and many more would be our Souls advantages, did we often (as becomes us) Remember that our bodies Are of the earth, d c-acp d cc d dc vmd vbi po12 ng1 n2, vdd pns12 av (c-acp vvz pno12) vvb cst po12 n2 vbr pp-f dt n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11908 and must shortly be earth againe. Thus to be earthly minded, is the way to be heavenly minded. and must shortly be earth again. Thus to be earthly minded, is the Way to be heavenly minded. cc vmb av-j vbi n1 av. av pc-acp vbi j vvn, vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j vvn. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11909 Many are earthly minded, that is, they mind earthly things, but few mind that themselves are earth. Many Are earthly minded, that is, they mind earthly things, but few mind that themselves Are earth. av-d vbr j vvn, cst vbz, pns32 vvb j n2, cc-acp d n1 cst px32 vbr n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11910 In what holy heights and elevations of spirit should we be, if we could spiritually remember how low we once were, In what holy heights and elevations of Spirit should we be, if we could spiritually Remember how low we once were, p-acp r-crq j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vmd pns12 vbi, cs pns12 vmd av-j vvi c-crq av-j pns12 a-acp vbdr, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11911 and how low, as to our bodyes, we within a few dayes shall be. Lastly, This truth should take us off from all creature-confidence from trusting in man. and how low, as to our bodies, we within a few days shall be. Lastly, This truth should take us off from all Creature confidence from trusting in man. cc c-crq j, c-acp p-acp po12 n2, pns12 p-acp dt d n2 vmb vbi. ord, d n1 vmd vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1985 Page 600
11912 Cursed is the man (saith the Lord, Jer: 17.5.) that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arme. Cursed is the man (Says the Lord, Jer: 17.5.) that Trusteth in man, and makes Flesh his arm. vvn vbz dt n1 (vvz dt n1, np1: crd.) cst vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz n1 po31 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 600
11932 then all that in the world is most accounted of; then all that in the world is most accounted of; cs d cst p-acp dt n1 vbz av-ds vvn pp-f; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11913 'Tis a cursed thing for man to trust in man, becaus• trust is an honour proper to God; It's a cursed thing for man to trust in man, becaus• trust is an honour proper to God; pn31|vbz dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, n1 n1 vbz dt n1 j p-acp np1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 600
11914 he alone is to be trusted: he alone is to be trusted: pns31 av-j vbz pc-acp vbi vvn: (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 600
11915 And as it is a cursed, so it is also a foolish thing to trust in man. And as it is a cursed, so it is also a foolish thing to trust in man. cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt j-vvn, av pn31 vbz av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 600
11916 David a Great Prince giveth us this counsel from God ( Psal: 146.3, 4.) Put not your trust in Princes, David a Great Prince gives us this counsel from God (Psalm: 146.3, 4.) Put not your trust in Princes, np1 dt j n1 vvz pno12 d n1 p-acp np1 (np1: crd, crd) vvb xx po22 n1 p-acp n2, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 600
11917 nor in the son of man in whom there is no help; nor in the son of man in whom there is no help; ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz dx n1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 600
11918 his breath goeth forth, he returneth to his earth (or to his dust) in that day all his thoughts perish, happy is the man that hath the God of Jacob for his help. his breath Goes forth, he returns to his earth (or to his dust) in that day all his thoughts perish, happy is the man that hath the God of Jacob for his help. po31 n1 vvz av, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 (cc p-acp po31 n1) p-acp d n1 d po31 n2 vvi, j vbz dt n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11919 What can dust do for dust? what can dust get by dust? that which is weake may become strong, by trusting to, What can dust do for dust? what can dust get by dust? that which is weak may become strong, by trusting to, q-crq vmb n1 vdb p-acp n1? q-crq vmb n1 vvi p-acp n1? d r-crq vbz j vmb vvi j, p-acp vvg p-acp, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11920 or leaning upon that which is strong; the weakest man is strong enough, while he trusteth upon the strong God; or leaning upon that which is strong; the Weakest man is strong enough, while he Trusteth upon the strong God; cc vvg p-acp d r-crq vbz j; dt js n1 vbz j av-d, cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt j np1; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11921 but if weake trust upon weake, how shall it be made strong. but if weak trust upon weak, how shall it be made strong. cc-acp cs j n1 p-acp j, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn j. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11922 Therefore let all flesh hearken to the words of the holy Prophet ( Isa: 2.21.) Cease ye from man, whose breath is in his nostrills; Therefore let all Flesh harken to the words of the holy Prophet (Isaiah: 2.21.) Cease you from man, whose breath is in his nostrils; av vvb d n1 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 (np1: crd.) vvb pn22 p-acp n1, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp po31 n2; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11923 for wherein is he to be accounted of? Man himselfe is a soone-ceasing creature (David useth the noune of this verbe to expresse himselfe so, Psal: 39.4.) and therefore we have reason to cease from man, to cease from any high estimation of the highest men, much more from any confidence in them. for wherein is he to be accounted of? Man himself is a soone-ceasing creature (David uses the noun of this verb to express himself so, Psalm: 39.4.) and Therefore we have reason to cease from man, to cease from any high estimation of the highest men, much more from any confidence in them. c-acp q-crq vbz pns31 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f? vvi px31 vbz dt j n1 (np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi px31 av, np1: crd.) cc av pns12 vhb n1 p-acp vvb p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt js n2, av-d av-dc p-acp d n1 p-acp pno32. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11924 What can we assure our selves of from any man living, seeing he hath no assurance of his owne life? The Prophet would have us understand that, What can we assure our selves of from any man living, seeing he hath no assurance of his own life? The Prophet would have us understand that, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 pp-f p-acp d n1 vvg, vvg pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f po31 d n1? dt n1 vmd vhi pno12 vvi d, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11925 while he saith, his breath is in his nostrills; while he Says, his breath is in his nostrils; cs pns31 vvz, po31 n1 vbz p-acp po31 n2; (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11926 Mans life is gone as soone as his breath is gone, and how soone may that be gone! men life is gone as soon as his breath is gone, and how soon may that be gone! n2 n1 vbz vvn a-acp av c-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn, cc c-crq av vmb d vbi vvn! (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11927 David describeth a proud man, puffing at his enemies (Psal: 10.5.) He is puffed up and swelled with high conceits of himselfe, David Describeth a proud man, puffing At his enemies (Psalm: 10.5.) He is puffed up and swelled with high conceits of himself, np1 vvz dt j n1, vvg p-acp po31 ng1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vbz vvn a-acp cc vvd p-acp j n2 pp-f px31, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11928 as if he had some great matter in him, and he puffs at others as if he could do some great matter against them, forgetting that himselfe is but (as to his being in this world) a puffe of wind, which passeth away. as if he had Some great matter in him, and he puffs At Others as if he could do Some great matter against them, forgetting that himself is but (as to his being in this world) a puff of wind, which passes away. c-acp cs pns31 vhd d j n1 p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz p-acp n2-jn p-acp cs pns31 vmd vdi d j n1 p-acp pno32, vvg d px31 vbz p-acp (c-acp p-acp po31 vbg p-acp d n1) dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz av. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11929 As then, we need not feare what hurt man can doe us, so we should not hope nor have any expectation from him that he by his owne power (how great soever his power is) can doe us any good. As then, we need not Fear what hurt man can do us, so we should not hope nor have any expectation from him that he by his own power (how great soever his power is) can do us any good. p-acp av, pns12 vvb xx vvi r-crq n1 n1 vmb vdi pno12, av pns12 vmd xx vvi ccx vhb d n1 p-acp pno31 cst pns31 p-acp po31 d n1 (c-crq j av po31 n1 vbz) vmb vdi pno12 d j. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11930 Wherein (as to either of these purposes) is man to be accounted of? Man is an excellent creature, a creature of high account, Wherein (as to either of these Purposes) is man to be accounted of? Man is an excellent creature, a creature of high account, c-crq (c-acp p-acp d pp-f d n2) vbz n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f? n1 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11931 as bearing the image of God, his soul is of more worth then the gaine of the whole world ( Math: 16.26.) and thus he is more to be accounted of, as bearing the image of God, his soul is of more worth then the gain of the Whole world (Math: 16.26.) and thus he is more to be accounted of, c-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 vbz pp-f dc n1 cs dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 (np1: crd.) cc av pns31 vbz av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11933 But consider him as to the fraylety of his life, and the possibility, yea probability of his suddaine passage out of this world, But Consider him as to the fraylety of his life, and the possibility, yea probability of his sudden passage out of this world, cc-acp vvb pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1, uh n1 pp-f po31 j n1 av pp-f d n1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11934 and then, wherein is he to be accounted of? If we oppose man to God, and then, wherein is he to be accounted of? If we oppose man to God, cc av, c-crq vbz pns31 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f? cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp np1, (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11935 or compare man with God, or trust man in stead of God, he is as vaine and worthlesse as any thing, a thing of nothing, or lesse then nothing. or compare man with God, or trust man in stead of God, he is as vain and worthless as any thing, a thing of nothing, or less then nothing. cc vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc vvb n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz a-acp j cc j c-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f pix, cc av-dc cs pix. (26) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 601
11936 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 16, 17. If now thou hast understanding, heare this; hearken to the voice of my words. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 16, 17. If now thou hast understanding, hear this; harken to the voice of my words. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd cs av pns21 vh2 n1, vvb d; vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1986 Page 602
11937 Shall even he that hateth right, govern? and wilt thou condemne him that is most just? Shall even he that hates right, govern? and wilt thou condemn him that is most just? vmb av pns31 cst vvz av-jn, vvi? cc vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz av-ds j? (27) chapter (DIV2) 1988 Page 602
11938 ELihu having thus farre applied himselfe to Jobs friends, upon an Assurance that they were men of understanding; ELihu having thus Far applied himself to Jobs Friends, upon an Assurance that they were men of understanding; np1 vhg av av-j vvn px31 p-acp n2 n2, p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1989 Page 602
11939 for so he bespake them at the 10th verse; Hearken unto me ye men of understanding. for so he bespoke them At the 10th verse; Harken unto me you men of understanding. c-acp av pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt ord n1; vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 n2 pp-f n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1989 Page 602
11940 He now turneth his speech particularly to Job, and he doth it upon a hopefull supposition, that he also was a man of understanding. He now turns his speech particularly to Job, and he does it upon a hopeful supposition, that he also was a man of understanding. pns31 av vvz po31 n1 av-j p-acp np1, cc pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 av vbds dt n1 pp-f n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1989 Page 602
11941 Vers. 16. If now thou hast understanding, heare this. Vers. 16. If now thou hast understanding, hear this. np1 crd cs av pns21 vh2 n1, vvb d. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1989 Page 602
11942 The word which we render understanding, is not a noune, but the infinitive of a verbe in the Hebrew: The word which we render understanding, is not a noun, but the infinitive of a verb in the Hebrew: dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvg, vbz xx dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt njp: (27) chapter (DIV2) 1990 Page 602
11943 and it may be rendred thus; If thou hast to understand; and it may be rendered thus; If thou hast to understand; cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn av; cs pns21 vh2 pc-acp vvi; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1990 Page 602
11944 that is, if thou hast an ability to understand, which in sense is the same with our translation, If thou hast understanding. This forme of speaking by the infinitive for the noune, is frequent both in Scripture and other Authors. that is, if thou hast an ability to understand, which in sense is the same with our Translation, If thou hast understanding. This Form of speaking by the infinitive for the noun, is frequent both in Scripture and other Authors. cst vbz, cs pns21 vh2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz dt d p-acp po12 n1, cs pns21 vh2 n1. d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz j av-d p-acp n1 cc j-jn n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1990 Page 602
11945 Thus 'tis sayd, Your to know is nothing; Thus it's said, Your to know is nothing; av pn31|vbz vvn, po22 pc-acp vvi vbz pix; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1990 Page 602
11946 that is, your knowledge is nothing, unlesse another know it, or be made knowing by it. that is, your knowledge is nothing, unless Another know it, or be made knowing by it. cst vbz, po22 n1 vbz pix, cs j-jn vvb pn31, cc vbi vvn vvg p-acp pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1990 Page 602
11947 Let us see (saith the Oratour) what thy to live blessedly is; that is, what thou countest blessedness. Let us see (Says the Orator) what thy to live blessedly is; that is, what thou countest blessedness. vvb pno12 vvi (vvz dt n1) q-crq po21 pc-acp vvi av-vvn vbz; cst vbz, r-crq pns21 vv2 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1990 Page 602
11948 And another, I have lost to be ashamed; that is, shamefastness or modesty. Thus Elihu, If thou hast to understand, heare this. And Another, I have lost to be ashamed; that is, shamefastness or modesty. Thus Elihu, If thou hast to understand, hear this. cc j-jn, pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vbi j; cst vbz, n1 cc n1. av np1, cs pns21 vh2 pc-acp vvi, vvb d. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1990 Page 602
11949 But it may be questioned, did Elihu indeed suspect whether Job did understand, or were an understanding man? Every man hath an understanding, as he is a man. But it may be questioned, did Elihu indeed suspect whither Job did understand, or were an understanding man? Every man hath an understanding, as he is a man. p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, vdd np1 av vvi cs n1 vdd vvi, cc vbdr dt vvg n1? np1 n1 vhz dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1991 Page 602
11950 To understand is the property, the inseparable property of a reasonable creature. To understand is the property, the inseparable property of a reasonable creature. p-acp vvi vbz dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1991 Page 602
11951 Why then doth Elihu put a doubt upon Job in this, and say, If now thou hast understanding, &c. I answer; Why then does Elihu put a doubt upon Job in this, and say, If now thou hast understanding, etc. I answer; uh-crq av vdz np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d, cc vvi, cs av pns21 vh2 n1, av pns11 vvb; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1991 Page 602
11952 Elihu indeed deales with Job as if he were somewhat below man in this businesse, at least, Elihu indeed deals with Job as if he were somewhat below man in this business, At least, np1 av vvz p-acp n1 c-acp cs pns31 vbdr av p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp ds, (27) chapter (DIV2) 1992 Page 602
11953 as if he were dull, and slow to receive, and apprehend what had been spoken to him, as if he were dull, and slow to receive, and apprehend what had been spoken to him, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j, cc j pc-acp vvi, cc vvb r-crq vhd vbn vvn p-acp pno31, (27) chapter (DIV2) 1992 Page 602
11954 and therefore by this Apostraphe, he excites and stirres him up to set his understanding a-work to the utmost; and Therefore by this Apostrophe, he excites and stirs him up to Set his understanding awork to the utmost; cc av p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz cc n2 pno31 a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av p-acp dt j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1992 Page 603
11955 As if he had sayd, Although thou hast a habit of understanding, yet thou hast not acted it like an understanding man; As if he had said, Although thou hast a habit of understanding, yet thou hast not acted it like an understanding man; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pns21 vh2 dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns21 vh2 xx vvn pn31 av-j dt j-vvg n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1992 Page 603
11956 nor given such proofe of it in this matter as is expected. nor given such proof of it in this matter as is expected. ccx vvn d n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1 c-acp vbz vvn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1992 Page 603
11957 Further, These words, If now thou hast understanding, referre not to the faculty, but to the speciall attributes of his understanding; chiefely to these three. Further, These words, If now thou hast understanding, refer not to the faculty, but to the special attributes of his understanding; chiefly to these three. jc, d n2, cs av pns21 vh2 n1, vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1; av-jn p-acp d crd. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1993 Page 603
11958 First, To the soundness of it; If thou hast any thing of a sound understanding. First, To the soundness of it; If thou hast any thing of a found understanding. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pp-f dt j n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1994 Page 603
11959 The understandings of many are sicke, and diseased, their understandings are tainted and infected with errours and misperswasions. The understandings of many Are sick, and diseased, their understandings Are tainted and infected with errors and mispersuasions. dt n2 pp-f d vbr j, cc j-vvn, po32 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 cc n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1994 Page 603
11960 Now if thou hast any thing of a sound understanding left in thee, if there remaine yet any strength in thy understanding, to apprehend the force of those arguments and reasons which I shall propose to convince thee by, heare this. Erroneous understandings are altogether unfit to entertaine truth. Now if thou hast any thing of a found understanding left in thee, if there remain yet any strength in thy understanding, to apprehend the force of those Arguments and Reasons which I shall propose to convince thee by, hear this. Erroneous understandings Are altogether unfit to entertain truth. av cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno21, cs pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp, vvb d. j n2 vbr av j pc-acp vvi n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1994 Page 603
11961 As there must be a sutableness between the stomack and the meat, else it is not digested, As there must be a suitableness between the stomach and the meat, Else it is not digested, p-acp a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, av pn31 vbz xx vvn, (27) chapter (DIV2) 1994 Page 603
11962 so between the minde and the object, else it cannot be received. Secondly, To the uprightness or impartiality of it; so between the mind and the Object, Else it cannot be received. Secondly, To the uprightness or impartiality of it; av p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, av pn31 vmbx vbi vvn. ord, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1994 Page 603
11963 If thou hast understanding; that is, if thou hast an unbiassed understanding; Sometimes the affections turne aside, and bribe the understanding; If thou hast understanding; that is, if thou hast an unbiased understanding; Sometime the affections turn aside, and bribe the understanding; cs pns21 vh2 n1; cst vbz, cs pns21 vh2 dt j-vvn n1; av dt n2 vvb av, cc vvi dt n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1995 Page 603
11964 self-interest puts a blinde upon the understanding. self-interest puts a blind upon the understanding. n1 vvz dt j p-acp dt n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1995 Page 603
11965 When a man hath a minde to that which is not right, he will have a minde to understand any thing that opposeth it. When a man hath a mind to that which is not right, he will have a mind to understand any thing that Opposeth it. c-crq dt n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz xx j-jn, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vvz pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1995 Page 603
11966 Thirdly, To the spirituallness of it, If thou hast understanding; that is, a renewed, a spirituall, Thirdly, To the spirituallness of it, If thou hast understanding; that is, a renewed, a spiritual, ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cs pns21 vh2 n1; cst vbz, dt j-vvn, dt j, (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 603
11967 an holy understanding, or the understanding of the holy, heare this. A man may have a great naturall understanding, a deep judgement, an holy understanding, or the understanding of the holy, hear this. A man may have a great natural understanding, a deep judgement, dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j, vvb d. dt n1 vmb vhi dt j j n1, dt j-jn n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 603
11968 and yet be a very childe, or a man of no understanding in the things of God. and yet be a very child, or a man of no understanding in the things of God. cc av vbi dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 603
11969 Only a spirituall understanding is suited to spirituall things, (as the object is, such must the faculty be) that faculty which deales a-right about spirituall things, must be a spirituall faculty. Only a spiritual understanding is suited to spiritual things, (as the Object is, such must the faculty be) that faculty which deals aright about spiritual things, must be a spiritual faculty. j dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2, (c-acp dt n1 vbz, d vmb dt n1 vbi) cst n1 r-crq vvz j p-acp j n2, vmb vbi dt j n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 603
11970 The Apostle speakes concludingly (1 Cor: 2.14.) The natural man (that is, the man unconverted or unregenerate) perceiveth not the things of the Spirit of God, The Apostle speaks concludingly (1 Cor: 2.14.) The natural man (that is, the man unconverted or unregenerate) perceives not the things of the Spirit of God, dt n1 vvz av-vvg (crd fw-la: crd.) dt j n1 (cst vbz, dt n1 vvn cc j) vvz xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 603
11971 for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. for they Are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, Because they Are spiritually discerned. c-acp pns32 vbr n1 p-acp pno31: av-dx vmb pns31 vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 603
11972 And therefore the same Apostle professeth to the Colossians (Chap: 1.9.) We doe not cease to pray for you, And Therefore the same Apostle Professes to the colossians (Chap: 1.9.) We do not cease to pray for you, cc av dt d n1 vvz p-acp dt njp2 (n1: crd.) pns12 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 603
11973 and to desire that ye might be filled, with the knowledge of his will, in all wisdome, and spirituall understanding. and to desire that you might be filled, with the knowledge of his will, in all Wisdom, and spiritual understanding. cc pc-acp vvi cst pn22 vmd vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d n1, cc j n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 604
11974 The will of God being spirituall, cannot be truely knowne but by a spirituall understanding. The will of God being spiritual, cannot be truly known but by a spiritual understanding. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbg j, vmbx vbi av-j vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 604
11975 According to this three-fold attribute of the understanding we may expound Elihu speaking to Job, If thou hast a spirituall understanding, According to this threefold attribute of the understanding we may expound Elihu speaking to Job, If thou hast a spiritual understanding, vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi np1 vvg p-acp np1, cs pns21 vh2 dt j n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 604
11976 an unbiassed understanding, a sound understanding, heare this. As if he had sayd, I have spoken, and am about to speake such things as may call out the strength, the best, the utmost line of a sound, impartiall and spirituall understanding, to sound the bottome and the depth of them. an unbiased understanding, a found understanding, hear this. As if he had said, I have spoken, and am about to speak such things as may call out the strength, the best, the utmost line of a found, impartial and spiritual understanding, to found the bottom and the depth of them. dt j-vvn n1, dt j n1, vvb d. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vhb vvn, cc vbm p-acp pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp vmb vvi av dt n1, dt js, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pno32. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 604
11977 Thus he provokes him to attend, not only with his eare, but with his understanding, with the best of his understanding, with the best underderstanding to the things he was to speake. Thus he provokes him to attend, not only with his ear, but with his understanding, with the best of his understanding, with the best understanding to the things he was to speak. av pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi, xx av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt js pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n2 pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 604
11978 And in this sence the most of men, all bad men have no understanding ( Psal: 14.2.) and Job, though a good man, had much deficiency in his. And in this sense the most of men, all bad men have no understanding (Psalm: 14.2.) and Job, though a good man, had much deficiency in his. cc p-acp d n1 dt ds pp-f n2, d j n2 vhb dx n1 (np1: crd.) cc np1, cs dt j n1, vhd d n1 p-acp po31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 604
11979 If now thou hast understanding, heare this. Hence note. If now thou hast understanding, hear this. Hence note. cs av pns21 vh2 n1, vvb d. av vvi. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1996 Page 604
11980 He that hath not a right, a sound, a spirituall understanding, can scarce be said to have any understanding at all. He that hath not a right, a found, a spiritual understanding, can scarce be said to have any understanding At all. pns31 cst vhz xx dt n-jn, dt n1, dt j n1, vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp d. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1997 Page 604
11981 There are many understanding men, who have not this understanding, or an understanding for this. There Are many understanding men, who have not this understanding, or an understanding for this. pc-acp vbr d j-vvg n2, r-crq vhb xx d n1, cc dt n1 p-acp d. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1998 Page 604
11982 While David saith ( Psal: 49.20.) Man that is in honour and understandeth not, he supposeth, that a man ascended to the highest pitch of honour, may yet be without understanding, that is, without a right, a sound, a spirituall understanding; While David Says (Psalm: 49.20.) Man that is in honour and understands not, he Supposeth, that a man ascended to the highest pitch of honour, may yet be without understanding, that is, without a right, a found, a spiritual understanding; n1 np1 vvz (np1: crd.) n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 cc vvz xx, pns31 vvz, cst dt n1 vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, vmb av vbi p-acp n1, cst vbz, p-acp dt n-jn, dt n1, dt j n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1998 Page 604
11983 and then (as it followeth there) he is like the beasts that perish. Beasts have no understanding at all, the rationall or intellectuall power is proper to man. and then (as it follows there) he is like the beasts that perish. Beasts have no understanding At all, the rational or intellectual power is proper to man. cc av (c-acp pn31 vvz a-acp) pns31 vbz av-j dt n2 cst vvb. n2 vhb dx n1 p-acp d, dt j cc j n1 vbz j p-acp n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1998 Page 604
11984 A man in honour, not having this honour, a right understanding, may be numbred among the beasts. A man in honour, not having this honour, a right understanding, may be numbered among the beasts. dt n1 p-acp n1, xx vhg d n1, dt j-jn n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1998 Page 604
11985 If thou hast understanding, Hear this. As if he had said, I am not calling thee to hear an idle story, or a trivial matter; If thou hast understanding, Hear this. As if he had said, I am not calling thee to hear an idle story, or a trivial matter; cs pns21 vh2 n1, vvb d. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm xx vvg pno21 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc dt j n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 1998 Page 604
11986 Hear this, there is an emphasis in the words both as to the Act and Object. Hear this, there is an emphasis in the words both as to the Act and Object. vvb d, a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 d c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 1999 Page 604
11987 It is questioned what Elihu particularly intendeth by this; some refer it to what he had spoken before in Job's audience, though directed to his friends: It is questioned what Elihu particularly intends by this; Some refer it to what he had spoken before in Job's audience, though directed to his Friends: pn31 vbz vvn r-crq np1 av-j vvz p-acp d; d vvb pn31 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn a-acp p-acp npg1 n1, cs vvn p-acp po31 n2: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2000 Page 604
11988 Hear what I have spoken to thy friends in the former part of the chapter, in vindication of the righteousness of God. Hear what I have spoken to thy Friends in the former part of the chapter, in vindication of the righteousness of God. vvb r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po21 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2000 Page 604
11989 Secondly, Others refer it to what Elihu was now about to say; Secondly, Others refer it to what Elihu was now about to say; ord, ng2-jn vvb pn31 p-acp r-crq np1 vbds av p-acp pc-acp vvi; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2000 Page 605
12009 that is, he gave her an inward ear, and caused her to understand the things which he spake. Secondly Note. that is, he gave her an inward ear, and caused her to understand the things which he spoke. Secondly Note. cst vbz, pns31 vvd pno31 dt j n1, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvd. ord n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
11990 I have not yet done, I have not yet brought out all my reasons & arguments, I have not emptied my treasures, I have yet more to say, Hear this: A third sort refer these hortatory words, hear this, in the former part of the verse, to what he had already spoken, I have not yet done, I have not yet brought out all my Reasons & Arguments, I have not emptied my treasures, I have yet more to say, Hear this: A third sort refer these hortatory words, hear this, in the former part of the verse, to what he had already spoken, pns11 vhb xx av vdn, pns11 vhb xx av vvn av d po11 n2 cc n2, pns11 vhb xx vvn po11 n2, pns11 vhb av dc p-acp vvi, vvb d: dt ord n1 vvb d j n2, vvb d, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd av vvn, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2000 Page 605
11991 and those in the latter part of the verse, hearken to the voice of my words, to what he had yet to speak; and those in the latter part of the verse, harken to the voice of my words, to what he had yet to speak; cc d p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd av pc-acp vvi; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2000 Page 605
11992 but it is not much to the matter to which we refer them, it being clear, that what he had said, but it is not much to the matter to which we refer them, it being clear, that what he had said, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno32, pn31 vbg j, cst r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2000 Page 605
11993 and what he had to say, was matter of weight; and what he had to say, was matter of weight; cc r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi, vbds n1 pp-f n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2000 Page 605
11994 and so hear this, is emphatical, this great, this deep, this useful and necessary point of Doctrine, which I already have declared, and so hear this, is emphatical, this great, this deep, this useful and necessary point of Doctrine, which I already have declared, cc av vvb d, vbz j, d j, d j-jn, d j cc j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 av vhb vvn, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2000 Page 605
11995 or am now about to declare unto thee. Hence Note. That which we hear, we should labour to understand. or am now about to declare unto thee. Hence Note. That which we hear, we should labour to understand. cc vbm av p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21. av n1. d r-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2000 Page 605
11996 (Col. 3.16.) Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, in all wisdom; (Col. 3.16.) Let the word of christ dwell in you richly, in all Wisdom; (np1 crd.) vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pn22 av-j, p-acp d n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
11997 It is not enough to hear the word with our ears, or to have it in our mouths, it must dwell in our memories, It is not enough to hear the word with our ears, or to have it in our mouths, it must dwell in our memories, pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc pc-acp vhi pn31 p-acp po12 n2, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
11998 and it must dwell there, not in a beggerly poor fashion, but richly; and it must dwell there, not in a beggarly poor fashion, but richly; cc pn31 vmb vvi a-acp, xx p-acp dt j j n1, cc-acp av-j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
11999 which it never doth, till we have a sound and clear understanding of it, and are both in heart and life conformed to it, yea transformed into it; which it never does, till we have a found and clear understanding of it, and Are both in heart and life conformed to it, yea transformed into it; q-crq pn31 av vdz, c-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f pn31, cc vbr av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pn31, uh vvn p-acp pn31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12000 that is it which the Apostle meaneth by the dwelling of the word in us richly in all wisdome. that is it which the Apostle means by the Dwelling of the word in us richly in all Wisdom. cst vbz pn31 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12 av-j p-acp d n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12001 And he further assureth them ( chap. 2.1, 2.) that he had a great conflict for them; that is (as we put in the Margin) he had a great fear or care of them, that their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, And he further assureth them (chap. 2.1, 2.) that he had a great conflict for them; that is (as we put in the Margin) he had a great Fear or care of them, that their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, cc pns31 av-j vvz pno32 (n1 crd, crd) cst pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp pno32; cst vbz (c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1) pns31 vhd dt j vvb cc n1 pp-f pno32, cst po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn, vbg vvn av p-acp n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12002 and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mysterie of God, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12003 and of the Father, and of Christ, in whom are hid all the treasures of wisdome and knowledge. and of the Father, and of christ, in whom Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge. cc pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12004 He had held forth those great mysteries, the mysterie of God considered essentially, the mysterie of the Father considered personally, the mysterie of Christ considered mediatorily; He had held forth those great Mysteres, the mystery of God considered essentially, the mystery of the Father considered personally, the mystery of christ considered mediatorily; pns31 vhd vvn av d j n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av-j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd av-j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av-j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12005 and therefore he presseth them to get a full assurance of understanding about all these mysteries. and Therefore he Presseth them to get a full assurance of understanding about all these Mysteres. cc av pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d d n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12006 When Christ was discoursing with his disciples after his resurrection, ( Luke 24.45.) it is said, He opened their understanding, that they might understand the Scriptures; When christ was discoursing with his Disciples After his resurrection, (Lycia 24.45.) it is said, He opened their understanding, that they might understand the Scriptures; c-crq np1 vbds vvg p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (av crd.) pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vvd po32 n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12007 and then they did not take in what he spake only at the ear, but at the heart also. and then they did not take in what he spoke only At the ear, but At the heart also. cc av pns32 vdd xx vvi p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 av. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12008 Thus ( Acts 16: 14.) The Lord opened the heart of Lydia, that she attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul; Thus (Acts 16: 14.) The Lord opened the heart of Lydia, that she attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul; av (n2 crd: crd) dt n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbdr vvn pp-f np1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2002 Page 605
12010 Whatsoever we hear is lost, and but scattered in the ayre, if we do not understand it. Whatsoever we hear is lost, and but scattered in the air, if we do not understand it. r-crq pns12 vvb vbz vvn, cc p-acp j-vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2003 Page 606
12011 Though we have it in our books, yea though we have it in our memories, 'tis lost, if we understand it not; Though we have it in our books, yea though we have it in our memories, it's lost, if we understand it not; cs pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp po12 n2, uh cs pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp po12 n2, pn31|vbz vvn, cs pns12 vvb pn31 xx; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2004 Page 606
12012 we read of a book, sealed within, and on the back-side, with seven seals, (Rev. 5.1.) we read also ( v. 4.) that John wept much, because no man was found worthy to open and to read the book: we read of a book, sealed within, and on the backside, with seven Seals, (Rev. 5.1.) we read also (v. 4.) that John wept much, Because no man was found worthy to open and to read the book: pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1, vvd a-acp, cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp crd n2, (n1 crd.) pns12 vvb av (n1 crd) cst np1 vvd av-d, c-acp dx n1 vbds vvn j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2004 Page 606
12013 That sealing of the book was nothing else but the shutting of it up from the understanding; That sealing of the book was nothing Else but the shutting of it up from the understanding; cst vvg pp-f dt n1 vbds pix av cc-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2004 Page 606
12014 and when Christ opened the book, he gave the understanding of it: and when christ opened the book, he gave the understanding of it: cc c-crq np1 vvd dt n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2004 Page 606
12015 the whole book of God is a sealed book, unless we have an understanding, or a saving knowledge of the truths therein contained. the Whole book of God is a sealed book, unless we have an understanding, or a Saving knowledge of the truths therein contained. dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j-vvn n1, cs pns12 vhb dt n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n2 av vvn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2004 Page 606
12016 What John said ( Rev. 13.18.) of counting that mysterious number of the Beast, must be said in its proportion of the whole mysterie of godliness, let him that hath understanding count and consider them. Note Thirdly. What John said (Rev. 13.18.) of counting that mysterious number of the Beast, must be said in its proportion of the Whole mystery of godliness, let him that hath understanding count and Consider them. Note Thirdly. q-crq np1 vvd (n1 crd.) pp-f vvg d j n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, vvb pno31 cst vhz n1 n1 cc vvi pno32. n1 ord. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2004 Page 606
12017 Every understanding is not fit to receive the Truths of God. An unregenerate man is not fit to receive any of the Truths of God; Every understanding is not fit to receive the Truths of God. an unregenerate man is not fit to receive any of the Truths of God; np1 vvg vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1. dt j n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2005 Page 606
12018 The natural man (that is, the man who hath nothing but nature in him) perceiveth not the things of God, he hath not a sutable faculty for them; The natural man (that is, the man who hath nothing but nature in him) perceives not the things of God, he hath not a suitable faculty for them; dt j n1 (cst vbz, dt n1 r-crq vhz pix p-acp n1 p-acp pno31) vvz xx dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vhz xx dt j n1 p-acp pno32; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 606
12019 and as a natural mans understanding cannot at all receive the things of God, so every degree of a spiritual understanding cannot receive all the truths of God, and as a natural men understanding cannot At all receive the things of God, so every degree of a spiritual understanding cannot receive all the truths of God, cc c-acp dt j ng1 n1 vmbx p-acp d vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, av d n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmbx vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 606
12020 or not all the things of God in all their truth. or not all the things of God in all their truth. cc xx d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d po32 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 606
12021 The Apostle distributes persons into several degrees, and calls some babes, and others grown or perfect men; that is, such as have an understanding fit to take in and digest the highest and deepest things of God; The Apostle distributes Persons into several Degrees, and calls Some babes, and Others grown or perfect men; that is, such as have an understanding fit to take in and digest the highest and Deepest things of God; dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvz d n2, cc n2-jn vvn cc j n2; cst vbz, d c-acp vhb dt n1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi dt js cc js-jn n2 pp-f np1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 606
12022 and hence it is, that Christ told his disciples ( John 16.12.) who had a renewed understanding, only 'twas in a low degree, I have many things to say unto you, and hence it is, that christ told his Disciples (John 16.12.) who had a renewed understanding, only 'twas in a low degree, I have many things to say unto you, cc av pn31 vbz, cst np1 vvd po31 n2 (np1 crd.) r-crq vhd dt j-vvn n1, av-j pn31|vbds p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vhb d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 606
12023 but ye cannot bear them now; but you cannot bear them now; cc-acp pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 av; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 606
12024 I suppose the reason why Christ saith they could not bear those many things, was not because being many, they were too great a burden for their memories, (though possibly there might be somwhat in that) but their inability of bearing those many things, was chiefly in their understanding. I suppose the reason why christ Says they could not bear those many things, was not Because being many, they were too great a burden for their memories, (though possibly there might be somewhat in that) but their inability of bearing those many things, was chiefly in their understanding. pns11 vvb dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz pns32 vmd xx vvi d d n2, vbds xx p-acp vbg av-d, pns32 vbdr av j dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (cs av-j a-acp vmd vbi av p-acp d) p-acp po32 n1 pp-f vvg d d n2, vbds av-jn p-acp po32 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 606
12025 There are some truths, which though a man can remember, yet he cannot bear them; and the more he remembers them, the less he can bear them; There Are Some truths, which though a man can Remember, yet he cannot bear them; and the more he remembers them, the less he can bear them; pc-acp vbr d n2, r-crq cs dt n1 vmb vvi, av pns31 vmbx vvi pno32; cc dt av-dc pns31 vvz pno32, dt av-dc pns31 vmb vvi pno32; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 606
12026 the weight and mysteriousness of them even cracks his brain, till he receives more light from God, the weight and mysteriousness of them even cracks his brain, till he receives more Light from God, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 av vvz po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz av-dc j p-acp np1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 607
12027 and more strength of understanding, he cannot bear them: If thou hast understanding, hear this; And hearken to the voice of my words. and more strength of understanding, he cannot bear them: If thou hast understanding, hear this; And harken to the voice of my words. cc dc n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32: cs pns21 vh2 n1, vvb d; cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2006 Page 607
12028 This latter part of the verse is but the repetition or further enforcement of the same thing, we had the like expressions chap. 33.1.8. and therefore I shall not stay upon this, only Note further from the whole. This latter part of the verse is but the repetition or further enforcement of the same thing, we had the like expressions chap. 33.1.8. and Therefore I shall not stay upon this, only Note further from the Whole. d d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc jc n1 pp-f dt d n1, pns12 vhd dt j n2 n1 crd. cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, j n1 av-jc p-acp dt j-jn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2007 Page 607
12029 The beginning of true wisdome is to have a readiness to hear, and to shew our selves teachable. The beginning of true Wisdom is to have a readiness to hear, and to show our selves teachable. dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz pc-acp vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2007 Page 607
12030 Some overween themselves so much, as to matter of knowledge, that they will not be taught; some overween themselves so much, as to matter of knowledge, that they will not be taught; d vvb px32 av av-d, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2008 Page 607
12031 they judge themselves so learned, and fully instructed, that they will hear no more instruction, nor learn any other lesson, they are past the School; they judge themselves so learned, and Fully instructed, that they will hear no more instruction, nor Learn any other Lesson, they Are passed the School; pns32 vvb px32 av j, cc av-j vvn, cst pns32 vmb vvi av-dx dc n1, ccx vvi d j-jn n1, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2008 Page 607
12032 yet alwaies they who know much in their own conceit, are least knowing in truth and reality: yet always they who know much in their own conceit, Are least knowing in truth and reality: av av pns32 r-crq vvb av-d p-acp po32 d n1, vbr av-ds vvg p-acp n1 cc n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2008 Page 607
12033 there is nothing doth so much hinder the receiving of knowledge, as an imagination or proud prepossession of it. there is nothing does so much hinder the receiving of knowledge, as an imagination or proud prepossession of it. pc-acp vbz pix vdz av av-d vvi dt n-vvg pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2008 Page 607
12034 The sluggard (saith Solomon, Prov. 26.16.) is wiser in his own conceit, then seven men that can render a reason: The sluggard (Says Solomon, Curae 26.16.) is Wiser in his own conceit, then seven men that can render a reason: dt n1 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) vbz jc p-acp po31 d n1, cs crd n2 cst vmb vvi dt n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2008 Page 607
12035 They which have least reason, are the greatest neglecters of it; only an understanding man is willing to hear, that he may gain more understanding. They which have least reason, Are the greatest neglecters of it; only an understanding man is willing to hear, that he may gain more understanding. pns32 r-crq vhb ds n1, vbr dt js n2 pp-f pn31; av-j dt j-vvg n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmb vvi dc n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2008 Page 607
12036 Therefore Elihu admonisheth Job, If now thou hast understanding, hear this, and hearken to the voice of my words: Therefore Elihu Admonisheth Job, If now thou hast understanding, hear this, and harken to the voice of my words: av np1 vvz n1, cs av pns21 vh2 n1, vvb d, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2008 Page 607
12037 What Elihu would have Job hear and hearken to, followeth in the next verse, and in those which follow, to the end of the 33d verse. What Elihu would have Job hear and harken to, follows in the next verse, and in those which follow, to the end of the 33d verse. r-crq np1 vmd vhi n1 vvi cc vvi p-acp, vvz p-acp dt ord n1, cc p-acp d r-crq vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2008 Page 607
12038 Vers. 17. Shall even he that hateth right govern? and wilt thou condemn him that is most just? Vers. 17. Shall even he that hates right govern? and wilt thou condemn him that is most just? np1 crd vmb av pns31 cst vvz vvi vvi? cc vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz av-ds j? (27) chapter (DIV2) 2008 Page 607
12039 This is matter indeed worth the hearing and hearkning to. Shall even he that hateth right govern? This is matter indeed worth the hearing and Harkening to. Shall even he that hates right govern? d vbz n1 av j dt n-vvg cc vvg p-acp. vmb av pns31 cst vvz vvi vvi? (27) chapter (DIV2) 2009 Page 607
12040 Shall he? He shall not, or at least should not, he ought not; Shall he? He shall not, or At least should not, he ought not; vmb pns31? pns31 vmb xx, cc p-acp ds vmd xx, pns31 vmd xx; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2010 Page 607
12041 he of all men is the unfittest man to govern, that is, to do all men right, who hateth right. he of all men is the unfittest man to govern, that is, to do all men right, who hates right. pns31 pp-f d n2 vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi, cst vbz, pc-acp vdi d n2 j-jn, r-crq vvz j-jn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2010 Page 607
12042 The Interrogation leads us to this strong Negation, or indignation rather; The Interrogation leads us to this strong Negation, or Indignation rather; dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp d j n1, cc n1 av-c; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2010 Page 607
12043 What! He that hateth right, whose very spirit is against it, whose affections withdraw from it, is he made up for a Governour! What! He that hates right, whose very Spirit is against it, whose affections withdraw from it, is he made up for a Governor! uh pns31 cst vvz j-jn, rg-crq j n1 vbz p-acp pn31, rg-crq n2 vvb p-acp pn31, vbz pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1! (27) chapter (DIV2) 2010 Page 608
12044 The Hebrew word notes right from man to man; The Hebrew word notes right from man to man; dt njp n1 vvz j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2010 Page 608
12045 Justice or righteousness consists in the due order and comly disposition of things and affairs, transacted and dispensed in this world from man to man, or between man and man; justice or righteousness consists in the due order and comely disposition of things and affairs, transacted and dispensed in this world from man to man, or between man and man; n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 cc n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2010 Page 608
12046 it imports also that order into which the most wise providence of God placeth both things and persons; it imports also that order into which the most wise providence of God places both things and Persons; pn31 vvz av d n1 p-acp r-crq dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n2 cc n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2010 Page 608
12047 we may take it here in both or either of these sences; Shall he that hateth right Govern. we may take it Here in both or either of these Senses; Shall he that hates right Govern. pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp d cc d pp-f d n2; vmb pns31 cst vvz j-jn vvi. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2010 Page 608
12048 The word rendered to Govern, hath a threefold signification in Scripture. The word rendered to Govern, hath a threefold signification in Scripture. dt n1 vvn p-acp vvi, vhz dt j n1 p-acp n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2011 Page 608
12049 First, and most properly, to binde up: Secondly, by a Metaphor, to heal; because there is so great a use of binding in healing; First, and most properly, to bind up: Secondly, by a Metaphor, to heal; Because there is so great a use of binding in healing; ord, cc av-ds av-j, p-acp vvb a-acp: ord, p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvi; p-acp pc-acp vbz av j dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n-vvg; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2011 Page 608
12050 the skilful ligature of a wound, or of a broken limb, is of so much consequence in Chirurgery, the skilful ligature of a wound, or of a broken limb, is of so much consequence in Chirurgery, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt j-vvn n1, vbz pp-f av d n1 p-acp n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2011 Page 608
12051 or the art of healing, that binding alone is put for healing; that which is well bound, is in a fair way to healing. or the art of healing, that binding alone is put for healing; that which is well bound, is in a fair Way to healing. cc dt n1 pp-f vvg, cst vvg av-j vbz vvn p-acp vvg; cst r-crq vbz av vvn, vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvg. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2011 Page 608
12052 We finde both these acts put together in that great promise of the Churches glory under the Gospel, ( Isa. 30.26.) Moreover the light of the Moon shall be as the light of the Sun, &c. in the day that the Lord bindeth up the breach of his people, We find both these acts put together in that great promise of the Churches glory under the Gospel, (Isaiah 30.26.) Moreover the Light of the Moon shall be as the Light of the Sun, etc. in the day that the Lord binds up the breach of his people, pns12 vvb d d n2 vvd av p-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2011 Page 608
12053 and healeth the stroke of their wound. and heals the stroke of their wound. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2011 Page 608
12054 Many learned Translators render the word here, by binding or healing, or by binding, as it refers to healing. Many learned Translators render the word Here, by binding or healing, or by binding, as it refers to healing. d j n2 vvb dt n1 av, p-acp vvg cc vvg, cc p-acp vvg, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp vvg. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2012 Page 608
12055 The Vulgar Latine gives it passively, Can he who doth not love right be healed? The sence of which reading is this; The vulgar Latin gives it passively, Can he who does not love right be healed? The sense of which reading is this; dt j jp vvz pn31 av-j, vmb pns31 r-crq vdz xx vvi j-jn vbb vvn? dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvg vbz d; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2012 Page 608
12056 God doth not use to heal or binde up the wounds of those who hate Right or Justice: God does not use to heal or bind up the wounds of those who hate Right or justice: np1 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vvb j-jn cc n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2012 Page 608
12057 Why should the wounds of those Magistrates be healed, who have no care, by doing right, to heal the wounds of others? I shall not stay upon this Translation, Why should the wounds of those Magistrates be healed, who have no care, by doing right, to heal the wounds of Others? I shall not stay upon this translation, q-crq vmd dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbb vvn, r-crq vhb dx n1, p-acp vdg n-jn, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn? pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2012 Page 608
12058 because the Original Text clearly carryeth an active signification. And some who retain this sence of the word, translate it actively; Because the Original Text clearly Carrieth an active signification. And Some who retain this sense of the word, translate it actively; c-acp dt j-jn n1 av-j vvz dt j n1. cc d r-crq vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pn31 av-j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2012 Page 608
12059 Shall, or will God heal him that hateth right? Surely he will not: Shall, or will God heal him that hates right? Surely he will not: vmb, cc vmb np1 vvi pno31 cst vvz j-jn? av-j pns31 vmb xx: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2012 Page 608
12060 If a man hate Justice, and right, how can he expect that God should be a healer to him? And thus it is expounded in reference to Job, who complained that God did not heal him of his wounds, his wounds, though great, were not cured: If a man hate justice, and right, how can he expect that God should be a healer to him? And thus it is expounded in Referente to Job, who complained that God did not heal him of his wounds, his wounds, though great, were not cured: cs dt n1 vvb n1, cc j-jn, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi cst np1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31? cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd cst np1 vdd xx vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n2, po31 n2, cs j, vbdr xx vvn: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2012 Page 608
12061 now saith Elihu, Will God heal him that hateth right; that is, who doth not approve of that which is right; now Says Elihu, Will God heal him that hates right; that is, who does not approve of that which is right; av vvz np1, vmb np1 vvi pno31 cst vvz av-jn; cst vbz, r-crq vdz xx vvi pp-f d r-crq vbz j-jn; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2012 Page 608
12062 or, as it followeth, who condemneth him that is most just, as Elihu charged Job to have done. or, as it follows, who Condemneth him that is most just, as Elihu charged Job to have done. cc, c-acp pn31 vvz, r-crq vvz pno31 cst vbz av-ds j, p-acp np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vhi vdn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2012 Page 608
12063 Again, another renders, Will he that hateth the right heal the wounded? The sence of which reading is given thus; Again, Another renders, Will he that hates the right heal the wounded? The sense of which reading is given thus; av, j-jn vvz, vmb pns31 cst vvz dt n-jn vvi dt vvn? dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvg vbz vvn av; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2013 Page 609
12064 Surely God who is ready to binde up and heal the wounds of those that are afflicted when they repent, is no hater of right, no perverter of Justice, Surely God who is ready to bind up and heal the wounds of those that Are afflicted when they Repent, is no hater of right, no perverter of justice, av-j n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr vvn c-crq pns32 vvb, vbz dx n1 pp-f n-jn, dx n1 pp-f n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2013 Page 609
12065 as thou O Job hast said God doth; as thou Oh Job hast said God does; c-acp pns21 uh np1 vh2 vvn np1 vdz; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2013 Page 609
12066 seeing God is ready to heal the wounds, and binde up the sores of humbled sinners, seeing God is ready to heal the wounds, and bind up the sores of humbled Sinners, vvg np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n2, cc vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2013 Page 609
12067 how unjustly hast thou charged him with perverting of justice? The Tygurine version gives it thus, Will he that hates right, act the part of a Chirurgion? Will he binde up and heal? Doubtless he will not, how unjustly hast thou charged him with perverting of Justice? The Tigurine version gives it thus, Will he that hates right, act the part of a Chirurgeon? Will he bind up and heal? Doubtless he will not, c-crq av-j vh2 pns21 vvn pno31 p-acp vvg pp-f n1? dt j n1 vvz pn31 av, vmb pns31 cst vvz av-jn, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vmb pns31 vvi a-acp cc vvi? av-j pns31 vmb xx, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2013 Page 609
12068 but will rather wound and afflict, vex and trouble more and more instead of being a healer. but will rather wound and afflict, vex and trouble more and more instead of being a healer. cc-acp vmb av-c vvi cc vvi, vvb cc vvi av-dc cc av-dc av pp-f vbg dt n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2013 Page 609
12069 Either of these renderings bear a good sense of this Scripture; yet I shall rather take up our Translation, and insist upon it. And therefore Either of these renderings bear a good sense of this Scripture; yet I shall rather take up our translation, and insist upon it. And Therefore av-d pp-f d n2-vvg vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1; av pns11 vmb av-c vvi a-acp po12 n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31. cc av (27) chapter (DIV2) 2013 Page 609
12070 Thirdly, The word signifies tropically to rule or govern; and the reason ariseth clearly from the proper signification of it; Thirdly, The word signifies tropically to Rule or govern; and the reason arises clearly from the proper signification of it; ord, dt n1 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi; cc dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12071 because he that is a Ruler or a Governour, is also a binder and a healer: Because he that is a Ruler or a Governor, is also a binder and a healer: c-acp pns31 cst vbz dt n1 cc dt n1, vbz av dt n1 cc dt n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12072 Magistrates binde the people that are under them to order, they binde them by their Laws. Magistrates bind the people that Are under them to order, they bind them by their Laws. n2 vvb dt n1 cst vbr p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12073 Laws are as bonds, they have a binding power, they binde either to obedience or to punishment; Laws Are as bonds, they have a binding power, they bind either to Obedience or to punishment; ng1 vbr p-acp n2, pns32 vhb dt vvg n1, pns32 vvb d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12074 and therefore Magistrates are binders, they binde the unruly and disobedient, they binde with the rule of the Law, and Therefore Magistrates Are binders, they bind the unruly and disobedient, they bind with the Rule of the Law, cc av n2 vbr ng1, pns32 vvb dt j cc j, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12075 and with the penalties of the Law. and with the penalties of the Law. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12076 When any break the rule of the Law, then they fall under the penalties of the Law, When any break the Rule of the Law, then they fallen under the penalties of the Law, c-crq d vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12077 so that every way a Magistrate is a binder; and as he is a binder, so a healer; so that every Way a Magistrate is a binder; and as he is a binder, so a healer; av cst d n1 dt n1 vbz dt n1; cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, av dt n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12078 The Laws of Government by which people are bound, are for their healing, for the healing of their manners and corruptions; The Laws of Government by which people Are bound, Are for their healing, for the healing of their manners and corruptions; dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vbr vvn, vbr p-acp po32 n-vvg, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2 cc n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12079 as also, for the healing of those whom they have oppressed or wounded by their evil manners and corruptions. as also, for the healing of those whom they have oppressed or wounded by their evil manners and corruptions. c-acp av, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 j-jn n2 cc n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12080 Further, all Governours should, and righteous Governours will improve their power and authority for the healing of those differences that arise among their subjects, Further, all Governors should, and righteous Governors will improve their power and Authority for the healing of those differences that arise among their subject's, av-jc, d n2 vmd, cc j n2 vmb vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 cst vvb p-acp po32 n2-jn, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12081 or those over whom they are set: or those over whom they Are Set: cc d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12082 In all these respects, Magistrates are healers and binders. Thus the Prophet ( Isa. 3.6, 7.) expresseth them, When a man shall take hold of his brother, of the house of his father, saying, thou hast clothing, be thou our Ruler, In all these respects, Magistrates Are healers and binders. Thus the Prophet (Isaiah 3.6, 7.) Expresses them, When a man shall take hold of his brother, of the house of his father, saying, thou hast clothing, be thou our Ruler, p-acp d d n2, n2 vbr n2 cc ng1. av dt n1 (np1 crd, crd) vvz pno32, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg, pns21 vh2 n1, vbb pns21 po12 n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12083 and let this ruine be under thine hand: and let this ruin be under thine hand: cc vvb d n1 vbi p-acp po21 n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12084 Here is a breach, a ruine in the State or Commonwealth, let this be under thy hand, do thou undertake the cure of this; Here is a breach, a ruin in the State or Commonwealth, let this be under thy hand, do thou undertake the cure of this; av vbz dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, vvb d vbi p-acp po21 n1, vdb pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f d; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12085 but in that day shall he swear (v. 7.) I will not be a healer: but in that day shall he swear (v. 7.) I will not be a healer: cc-acp p-acp d n1 vmb pns31 vvi (n1 crd) pns11 vmb xx vbi dt n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12086 We put in the margin, a binder, that is, I will not be your Governour; We put in the margin, a binder, that is, I will not be your Governor; pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cst vbz, pns11 vmb xx vbi po22 n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 609
12087 your case is so desperate, and you are so obstinate in your way, that I dare not undertake your cure, I will not be a healer to you, or I will not be your binder; your case is so desperate, and you Are so obstinate in your Way, that I Dare not undertake your cure, I will not be a healer to you, or I will not be your binder; po22 n1 vbz av j, cc pn22 vbr av j p-acp po22 n1, cst pns11 vvb xx vvb po22 n1, pns11 vmb xx vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc pns11 vmb xx vbi po22 n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 610
12088 or as the reason of his refusal is there given by the Prophet, from his own inability or incompetency for that undertaking; or as the reason of his refusal is there given by the Prophet, from his own inability or incompetency for that undertaking; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1 p-acp d n-vvg; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 610
12089 In my house is neither bread nor clothing, make me not a Ruler of the people. In my house is neither bred nor clothing, make me not a Ruler of the people. p-acp po11 n1 vbz dx n1 ccx n1, vvb pno11 xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 610
12090 Thus the word very significantly holds out the office and use of Governours; they are or ought to be binders or healers: Thus the word very significantly holds out the office and use of Governors; they Are or ought to be binders or healers: av dt n1 av av-j vvz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; pns32 vbr cc vmd pc-acp vbi ng1 cc n2: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 610
12091 the wounds of the Body politick need a healer as much as those of the body natural; the wounds of the Body politic need a healer as much as those of the body natural; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j n1 dt n1 c-acp d c-acp d pp-f dt n1 j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 610
12092 Governours are State-Physicians: and therefore we read very well, Shall he that hateth right govern? Mr. Broughton saith, Can a foe to Judgement rule well? taking this sence, Elihu doth two things in this verse. Governors Are State-Physicians: and Therefore we read very well, Shall he that hates right govern? Mr. Broughton Says, Can a foe to Judgement Rule well? taking this sense, Elihu does two things in this verse. n2 vbr n2: cc av pns12 vvb av av, vmb pns31 cst vvz vvi vvi? n1 np1 vvz, vmb dt n1 p-acp n1 vvi av? vvg d n1, np1 vdz crd n2 p-acp d n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2014 Page 610
12093 First, He sheweth how unfit an unjust person is to rule; this he doth in the former part of the verse. First, He shows how unfit an unjust person is to Rule; this he does in the former part of the verse. ord, pns31 vvz c-crq j dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi; d pns31 vdz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2015 Page 610
12094 Secondly, He sheweth how unfit it is to condemn or censure a just Ruler; this he doth in the latter part of the verse. Secondly, He shows how unfit it is to condemn or censure a just Ruler; this he does in the latter part of the verse. ord, pns31 vvz c-crq j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1; d pns31 vdz p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2016 Page 610
12095 Shall even he that hateth right govern? He ought not. Shall even he that hates right govern? He ought not. vmb av pns31 cst vvz vvi vvi? pns31 vmd xx. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2016 Page 610
12096 And shall he that governeth rightly be hated? Shall he fall under unrighteous condemnations, who condemneth others rightly? He should not. And shall he that Governs rightly be hated? Shall he fallen under unrighteous condemnations, who Condemneth Others rightly? He should not. cc vmb pns31 cst vvz av-jn vbi vvn? vmb pns31 vvi p-acp j n2, r-crq vvz n2-jn av-jn? pns31 vmd xx. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2016 Page 610
12097 As he that is unjust is unfit to govern, so 'tis not only uncomly, but abominable to condemn a just Governour. As he that is unjust is unfit to govern, so it's not only uncomely, but abominable to condemn a just Governor. p-acp pns31 cst vbz j vbz j pc-acp vvi, av pn31|vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp j pc-acp vvi dt j n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2016 Page 610
12098 This is the sum of the whole verse. From the former part of it already opened, Shall he that hateth right govern? Observe. This is the sum of the Whole verse. From the former part of it already opened, Shall he that hates right govern? Observe. d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31 av vvd, vmb pns31 cst vvz vvi vvi? vvb. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2016 Page 610
12099 First, Some men are haters of Justice, Right, and Righteousness. First, some men Are haters of justice, Right, and Righteousness. ord, d n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, j-jn, cc n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2017 Page 610
12100 What is there so good, but an evil man hateth it? and the better it is, the more he hateth it: What is there so good, but an evil man hates it? and the better it is, the more he hates it: q-crq vbz a-acp av j, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz pn31? cc dt jc pn31 vbz, dt av-dc pns31 vvz pn31: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2018 Page 610
12101 How precious a thing is righteousness, yet 'tis hated; ( Mic. 3.1, 2.) Hear, I pray you, O heads of Jacob, &c. Is it not for you to know judgement, who hate the good and love the evil? How precious a thing is peace? and yet there are peace-haters; My soul (saith David, Psal. 120.6.) hath long dwelt with him that hateth peace. How precious a thing is righteousness, yet it's hated; (Mic. 3.1, 2.) Hear, I pray you, Oh Heads of Jacob, etc. Is it not for you to know judgement, who hate the good and love the evil? How precious a thing is peace? and yet there Are peace-haters; My soul (Says David, Psalm 120.6.) hath long dwelled with him that hates peace. c-crq j dt n1 vbz n1, av pn31|vbz vvn; (np1 crd, crd) vvb, pns11 vvb pn22, uh n2 pp-f np1, av vbz pn31 xx p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi n1, r-crq vvb dt j cc vvb dt j-jn? c-crq j dt n1 vbz n1? cc av a-acp vbr n2; po11 n1 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) vhz av-j vvn p-acp pno31 cst vvz n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2018 Page 610
12102 How sweet a thing is light? the light of the Gospel, yet there are many light-haters, ( Joh. 3.20.) He that doth evil; (loving to do it) hateth the light: How precious a thing is holiness? and yet there are holiness-haters; how precious a thing is truth? and yet there are truth-haters; how infinitely precious is God? and yet there are God-haters; (Rom. 1.30.) How lovely, How sweet a thing is Light? the Light of the Gospel, yet there Are many light-haters, (John 3.20.) He that does evil; (loving to do it) hates the Light: How precious a thing is holiness? and yet there Are holiness-haters; how precious a thing is truth? and yet there Are truth-haters; how infinitely precious is God? and yet there Are God haters; (Rom. 1.30.) How lovely, c-crq j dt n1 vbz j? dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av a-acp vbr d n2, (np1 crd.) pns31 cst vdz n-jn; (vvg pc-acp vdi pn31) vvz dt n1: c-crq j dt n1 vbz n1? cc av a-acp vbr n2; c-crq j dt n1 vbz n1? cc av a-acp vbr n2; c-crq av-j j vbz np1? cc av a-acp vbr n2; (np1 crd.) q-crq j, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2018 Page 610
12103 how desireable is Jesus Christ, both as a Saviour and as a Sanctifier? yet even Jesus Christ (who hath loved us, how desirable is jesus christ, both as a Saviour and as a Sanctifier? yet even jesus christ (who hath loved us, c-crq j vbz np1 np1, d c-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1? av av np1 np1 (r-crq vhz vvn pno12, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2018 Page 610
12104 and washed us with his own blood) is hated: and washed us with his own blood) is hated: cc vvn pno12 p-acp po31 d n1) vbz vvn: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2018 Page 611
12124 Hating of God, and loving of God, divide the whole world; they that do not love God, hate him; Hating of God, and loving of God, divide the Whole world; they that do not love God, hate him; vvg pp-f np1, cc vvg pp-f np1, vvb dt j-jn n1; pns32 cst vdb xx vvi np1, vvb pno31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12105 There are many Christ-haters, as himself told the Jews ( John 15.24.) They have both seen and hated both me and my Father. There Are many Christ-haters, as himself told the jews (John 15.24.) They have both seen and hated both me and my Father. a-acp vbr d n2, p-acp px31 vvd dt np2 (np1 crd.) pns32 vhb av-d vvn cc vvn d pno11 cc po11 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2018 Page 611
12106 And if there be that principle of abomination in the heart of man to hate God and Christ, what good is there that the heart of man may not set his hatred upon? Elihu supposeth that there are haters of Right and Justice, which are the most amiable things in the world, And if there be that principle of abomination in the heart of man to hate God and christ, what good is there that the heart of man may not Set his hatred upon? Elihu Supposeth that there Are haters of Right and justice, which Are the most amiable things in the world, cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi np1 cc np1, r-crq j vbz pc-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp? np1 vvz cst a-acp vbr n2 pp-f j-jn cc n1, r-crq vbr dt av-ds j n2 p-acp dt n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2018 Page 611
12107 and should attract the love of all persons to them. and should attract the love of all Persons to them. cc vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp pno32. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2018 Page 611
12108 Secondly, When Elihu saith, Shall even he that hateth right govern? How disdainfully doth he speak of such? Hence Note. Secondly, When Elihu Says, Shall even he that hates right govern? How disdainfully does he speak of such? Hence Note. ord, c-crq np1 vvz, vmb av pns31 cst vvz vvi vvi? c-crq av-j vdz pns31 vvi pp-f d? av n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2019 Page 611
12109 To hate right is a most hateful thing. He is not worthy the name of a man that hateth right. To hate right is a most hateful thing. He is not worthy the name of a man that hates right. p-acp n1 j-jn vbz dt av-ds j n1. pns31 vbz xx j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz av-jn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2020 Page 611
12110 When the Prophet Elisha told Hazael what strange things he should do, what havock he should make in the world, he said (2 King. 9.13.) But what, is thy servant a dog, that he should do this great thing? as if he had said, to do such a thing, renders a man as vile and contemptible as a dog: When the Prophet Elisha told hazael what strange things he should do, what havoc he should make in the world, he said (2 King. 9.13.) But what, is thy servant a dog, that he should do this great thing? as if he had said, to do such a thing, renders a man as vile and contemptible as a dog: c-crq dt n1 np1 vvd np1 r-crq j n2 pns31 vmd vdi, q-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd (crd n1. crd.) cc-acp q-crq, vbz po21 n1 dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vdi d j n1? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pc-acp vdi d dt n1, vvz dt n1 c-acp j cc j c-acp dt n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2021 Page 611
12111 'Tis a piece of unrighteousness to reckon or number them among men, who are haters of that righteousness which should be exercised among men, It's a piece of unrighteousness to reckon or number them among men, who Are haters of that righteousness which should be exercised among men, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2021 Page 611
12112 and is the preservation of mankinde; not to honour righteousness is a hateful thing, not to do right at all times, and is the preservation of mankind; not to honour righteousness is a hateful thing, not to do right At all times, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; xx pc-acp vvi n1 vbz dt j n1, xx pc-acp vdi j-jn p-acp d n2, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2021 Page 611
12113 and in all things, is a hateful thing; what is it then to hate right? How justly hateful are Justice haters! and in all things, is a hateful thing; what is it then to hate right? How justly hateful Are justice haters! cc p-acp d n2, vbz dt j n1; q-crq vbz pn31 av pc-acp vvi n-jn? c-crq av-j j vbr ng1 n2! (27) chapter (DIV2) 2021 Page 611
12114 Some may say, are there any indeed so bad as to hate right? some may say, Are there any indeed so bad as to hate right? d vmb vvi, vbr pc-acp d av av j c-acp pc-acp vvi n-jn? (27) chapter (DIV2) 2022 Page 611
12115 I answer, First, There are some who profusedly, plainly, with a bold and bare face hate the right; I answer, First, There Are Some who profusedly, plainly, with a bold and bore face hate the right; pns11 vvb, ord, pc-acp vbr d q-crq av-vvn, av-j, p-acp dt j cc j n1 vvi dt j-jn; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2023 Page 611
12116 there is in all natural men a seed of this hatred, The wisdome of the flesh is enmity against God; there is in all natural men a seed of this hatred, The Wisdom of the Flesh is enmity against God; pc-acp vbz p-acp d j n2 dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1 p-acp np1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2023 Page 611
12117 and surely, if it be enmity against God, it must needs be enmity against all that is good; and surely, if it be enmity against God, it must needs be enmity against all that is good; cc av-j, cs pn31 vbb n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vmb av vbi n1 p-acp d cst vbz j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2023 Page 611
12118 now as there is a seed of that enmity in every man's nature, so there will be the workings and fruits of that enmity in many mens lives. now as there is a seed of that enmity in every Man's nature, so there will be the workings and fruits of that enmity in many men's lives. av c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, av pc-acp vmb vbi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp d ng2 n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2023 Page 611
12119 Secondly I answer, He may be said to hate right that doth not approve right, that doth not love and delight in it; Secondly I answer, He may be said to hate right that does not approve right, that does not love and delight in it; ord pns11 vvb, pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n-jn cst vdz xx vvi j-jn, cst vdz xx vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 611
12120 not to love, not to delight in that which is right, is to hate the right. not to love, not to delight in that which is right, is to hate the right. xx pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n-jn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 611
12121 As he that doth not love God, is a hater of God; As he that does not love God, is a hater of God; p-acp pns31 cst vdz xx vvi np1, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 611
12122 the second Commandment speaks thus, I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children, the second Commandment speaks thus, I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the Father's upon the children, dt ord n1 vvz av, pns11 dt n1 po21 n1 vbm dt j np1, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 611
12123 unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me, and shewing mercy to thousands of them that love me, and keep my Commandments. unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me, and showing mercy to thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments. p-acp dt ord cc ord n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno11, cc vvg n1 p-acp crd pp-f pno32 d vvb pno11, cc vvb po11 n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12125 there is no middle of participation between these two, between the love and hatred of God: there is no middle of participation between these two, between the love and hatred of God: pc-acp vbz dx j-jn pp-f n1 p-acp d crd, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12126 so there is a hatred of Justice or Right in him who loves it not; so there is a hatred of justice or Right in him who loves it not; av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n-jn p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz pn31 xx; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12127 though a man do not make profession against it, yet if he hath not an affection to it, he will at last be found amongst that most hateful company, the haters of righteousness: though a man do not make profession against it, yet if he hath not an affection to it, he will At last be found among that most hateful company, the haters of righteousness: cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp pn31, av cs pns31 vhz xx dt n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb p-acp ord vbi vvn p-acp d av-ds j n1, dt n2 pp-f n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12128 not to hate evil, is to love it, and not to love good, is to hate it in God's account. not to hate evil, is to love it, and not to love good, is to hate it in God's account. xx pc-acp vvi j-jn, vbz pc-acp vvi pn31, cc xx pc-acp vvi j, vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp npg1 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12129 Many stand as neuters in the dayes of this world, but in that great day of the end of the world, there will be no neuters seen: Many stand as neuters in the days of this world, but in that great day of the end of the world, there will be no neuters seen: av-d vvb p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc-acp p-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n2 vvn: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12130 all shall stand in two parts, either among the sheep or goats; all shall stand in two parts, either among the sheep or Goats; d vmb vvi p-acp crd n2, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12131 and among all the sheep there will not be one found, who hath not been a lover of goodness and righteousness; and among all the sheep there will not be one found, who hath not been a lover of Goodness and righteousness; cc p-acp d dt n1 a-acp vmb xx vbi pi vvn, r-crq vhz xx vbn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12132 nor one among all the goats, who hath not been (in the judgement and esteem of God) a hater of them. nor one among all the Goats, who hath not been (in the judgement and esteem of God) a hater of them. ccx pi p-acp d dt n2, r-crq vhz xx vbn (p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1) dt n1 pp-f pno32. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2024 Page 612
12133 Thirdly, They may be said (in a degree) to hate right, who though they have some love to it, Thirdly, They may be said (in a degree) to hate right, who though they have Some love to it, ord, pns32 vmb vbi vvn (p-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi j-jn, r-crq cs pns32 vhb d n1 p-acp pn31, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12134 yet love it in a less degree then they should, or less then they ought; a lower or lesser degree of love, is a kinde of hatred in Scripture language: yet love it in a less degree then they should, or less then they ought; a lower or lesser degree of love, is a kind of hatred in Scripture language: av vvb pn31 p-acp dt av-dc n1 cs pns32 vmd, cc av-dc cs pns32 vmd; dt jc cc jc n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12135 The Law of Moses saith ( Deut. 21.15, 16, 17.) If a man have two wives, one beloved, The Law of Moses Says (Deuteronomy 21.15, 16, 17.) If a man have two wives, one Beloved, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz (np1 crd, crd, crd) cs dt n1 vhi crd n2, pi vvn, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12136 and another hated, and they have born him children; and Another hated, and they have born him children; cc j-jn j-vvn, cc pns32 vhb vvn pno31 n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12137 both the beloved and the hated, and if the first born son be hers that was hated; both the Beloved and the hated, and if the First born son be hers that was hated; d dt j-vvn cc dt j-vvn, cc cs dt ord vvn n1 vbb png31 cst vbds vvn; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12138 then it shall be when he maketh his son inherit that which he hath, that he may not make the son of the beloved first-born before the son of the hated, &c. But what doth he mean by the wife that is hated? Surely the wife that is not so much loved; then it shall be when he makes his son inherit that which he hath, that he may not make the son of the Beloved firstborn before the son of the hated, etc. But what does he mean by the wife that is hated? Surely the wife that is not so much loved; cs pn31 vmb vbi c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 vvi d r-crq pns31 vhz, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, av p-acp q-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn? np1 dt n1 cst vbz xx av av-d vvn; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12139 though he loved both truly, yet not loving both in the same degree, he is said to hate one of them: though he loved both truly, yet not loving both in the same degree, he is said to hate one of them: cs pns31 vvd d av-j, av xx vvg d p-acp dt d n1, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi crd pp-f pno32: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12140 so I conceive that Scripture is to be understood ( Luke 14.26.) where Christ gives the rule concerning Disciple-ship; so I conceive that Scripture is to be understood (Lycia 14.26.) where christ gives the Rule Concerning Discipleship; av pns11 vvb d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn (av crd.) c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 vvg n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12141 If any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, If any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, cs d n1 vvb p-acp pno11, cc vvb xx po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12142 and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea and his own life also, he cannot be my Disciple: and children, and brothers, and Sisters, yea and his own life also, he cannot be my Disciple: cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, uh cc po31 d n1 av, pns31 vmbx vbi po11 n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12143 When Christ layeth this charge upon his Disciples, to hate wife, and children, &c. would he have his Disciples turn their hatred upon those relations? the rule of the Word forbids that: When christ Layeth this charge upon his Disciples, to hate wife, and children, etc. would he have his Disciples turn their hatred upon those relations? the Rule of the Word forbids that: c-crq np1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi n1, cc n2, av vmd pns31 vhi po31 n2 vvb po32 n1 p-acp d n2? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz d: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12144 So then, his meaning is only this, if in case of following me, a man finde any stop or hindrance by these, he must not let out his love so to wife, So then, his meaning is only this, if in case of following me, a man find any stop or hindrance by these, he must not let out his love so to wife, av av, po31 n1 vbz av-j d, cs p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pno11, dt n1 vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp d, pns31 vmb xx vvi av po31 n1 av p-acp n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 612
12146 Every man must take off so much love from these dearest worldly enjoyments, as hinders men in following Christ; Every man must take off so much love from these dearest worldly enjoyments, as hinders men in following christ; np1 n1 vmb vvi a-acp av d n1 p-acp d n1 j n2, c-acp vvz n2 p-acp vvg np1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12147 and he who through grace is enabled to do so, is in a true and clear Gospel sence said to hate them. and he who through grace is enabled to do so, is in a true and clear Gospel sense said to hate them. cc pns31 r-crq p-acp n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi av, vbz p-acp dt j cc j n1 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12148 That which we can leave for Christ, we hate in comparison of that love which we bear to Christ. That which we can leave for christ, we hate in comparison of that love which we bear to christ. d r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12149 Thus in the Text and Point, they may be said to hate the right, who bear not a due proportion of love unto it; Thus in the Text and Point, they may be said to hate the right, who bear not a due proportion of love unto it; av p-acp dt n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvb dt n-jn, r-crq vvb xx dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12150 not to love righteousness with highest & warmest affections, is a degree of hatred. not to love righteousness with highest & warmest affections, is a degree of hatred. xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp js cc js n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12151 Some love the right, but they love it lightly, they love it less then riches and gain; some love the right, but they love it lightly, they love it less then riches and gain; d n1 dt n-jn, cc-acp pns32 vvb pn31 av-j, pns32 vvb pn31 av-dc cs n2 cc n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12152 and and therefore for self-gain they turn aside from, and forsake the right. and and Therefore for self-gain they turn aside from, and forsake the right. cc cc av p-acp j pns32 vvb av p-acp, cc vvi dt n-jn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12153 Some will speak fair for Justice, till the offer of private advantage either put out their eyes, or stop their mouths; some will speak fair for justice, till the offer of private advantage either put out their eyes, or stop their mouths; d vmb vvi j p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 av-d vvn av po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12154 he that loves not to do right to others more then to enrich himself, will quickly wrong others to enrich himself: he that loves not to do right to Others more then to enrich himself, will quickly wrong Others to enrich himself: pns31 cst vvz xx pc-acp vdi j-jn p-acp n2-jn av-dc cs pc-acp vvi px31, vmb av-j vvi n2-jn pc-acp vvi px31: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12155 Now he that upon any terms or considerations whatsoever (though it were to the advantage only of some others who are poor and distressed, much more when its for his own advantage) is drawn to pervert the right, is a hater of it. Now he that upon any terms or considerations whatsoever (though it were to the advantage only of Some Others who Are poor and distressed, much more when its for his own advantage) is drawn to pervert the right, is a hater of it. av pns31 cst p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq (cs pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 av-j pp-f d n2-jn r-crq vbr j cc j-vvn, av-d av-dc c-crq pn31|vbz p-acp po31 d n1) vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n-jn, vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12156 Remember, any lesser degree of love to that which is right, may at any time be interpreted the hatred of it; remember, any lesser degree of love to that which is right, may At any time be interpreted the hatred of it; np1, d jc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn, vmb p-acp d n1 vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12157 and when we love it less then our own concernments, we cannot resist temptations which entice us to do that which will declare a direct hatred of it. and when we love it less then our own concernments, we cannot resist temptations which entice us to do that which will declare a Direct hatred of it. cc c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 av-dc cs po12 d n2, pns12 vmbx vvi n2 r-crq vvb pno12 pc-acp vdi d r-crq vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2025 Page 613
12158 Thirdly, From the whole tenour of these words, Shall he that hateth right govern? Note. Thirdly, From the Whole tenor of these words, Shall he that hates right govern? Note. ord, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n2, vmb pns31 cst vvz vvi vvi? n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2026 Page 613
12159 They that hate right, or righteousness, are altogether unfit to Govern, or to be Governours? They that hate right, or righteousness, Are altogether unfit to Govern, or to be Governors? pns32 cst vvb av-jn, cc n1, vbr av j pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi n2? (27) chapter (DIV2) 2027 Page 613
12160 Nothing is more contrary to the state of Government, or the qualification of a Governour, then to hate right; Nothing is more contrary to the state of Government, or the qualification of a Governor, then to hate right; np1 vbz av-dc j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi j-jn; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 613
12161 righteousness is the sphear wherein he ought to walk, and never to move out of it; righteousness is the sphere wherein he ought to walk, and never to move out of it; n1 vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc av-x pc-acp vvi av pp-f pn31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 613
12162 'tis the business he hath to do, the trade which he hath to drive; whatsoever he doth in that capacity, he must be doing righteous things. it's the business he hath to do, the trade which he hath to drive; whatsoever he does in that capacity, he must be doing righteous things. pn31|vbz dt n1 pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz pc-acp vvi; r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp d n1, pns31 vmb vbi vdg j n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 613
12163 So far as any man hath the power of Government in his hand, if it be but over a family, much more over a Nation, he ought to do right; So Far as any man hath the power of Government in his hand, if it be but over a family, much more over a nation, he ought to do right; av av-j c-acp d n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pn31 vbi cc-acp p-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi j-jn; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 613
12164 Davids prayer for himself as a King, and for his son who was to succeed him in the Kingdom, was only and altogether this, ( Psal. 72.1.) Give the King thy judgements, O Lord, Davids prayer for himself as a King, and for his son who was to succeed him in the Kingdom, was only and altogether this, (Psalm 72.1.) Give the King thy Judgments, Oh Lord, np1 n1 p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, vbds av-j cc av d, (np1 crd.) vvb dt n1 po21 n2, uh n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 613
12165 and thy righteousness unto the Kings son; and thy righteousness unto the Kings son; cc po21 n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 613
12166 that is, teach both me and him what is right, give us a heart conformable to it, that is, teach both me and him what is right, give us a heart conformable to it, cst vbz, vvb d pno11 cc pno31 r-crq vbz j-jn, vvb pno12 dt n1 j p-acp pn31, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12167 and a readiness of minde alwayes to do it: and a readiness of mind always to do it: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 av pc-acp vdi pn31: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12168 That's the scope of his prayer when he said, Give the King thy judgements, O Lord, That's the scope of his prayer when he said, Give the King thy Judgments, Oh Lord, d|vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, vvb dt n1 po21 n2, uh n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12169 and thy righteousness to the King's son: and thy righteousness to the King's son: cc po21 n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12170 Nor doth he barely pray for the gift of judgement and righteousness, but he puts the stamp of God upon them; Nor does he barely pray for the gift of judgement and righteousness, but he puts the stamp of God upon them; ccx vdz pns31 av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12171 Give them thy judgement, and thy righteousness. Give them thy judgement, and thy righteousness. vvb pno32 po21 n1, cc po21 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12172 It is possible for Kings to have a judgement of their own, and a righteousness of their own, which are not the judgements nor the righteousness of God. It is possible for Kings to have a judgement of their own, and a righteousness of their own, which Are not the Judgments nor the righteousness of God. pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f po32 d, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 d, r-crq vbr xx dt n2 ccx dt n1 pp-f np1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12173 For as there is a righteousness of God, which some being ignorant of, trust to a righteousness of their own for the justification of their person; For as there is a righteousness of God, which Some being ignorant of, trust to a righteousness of their own for the justification of their person; p-acp a-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq d vbg j pp-f, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12174 so there is a righteousness of God for the government of man, which some neglecting, use only a righteousness of their own, both in condemning and justifying other mens both persons and causes; so there is a righteousness of God for the government of man, which Some neglecting, use only a righteousness of their own, both in condemning and justifying other men's both Persons and Causes; av a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq d vvg, vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po32 d, av-d p-acp vvg cc vvg n-jn ng2 d n2 cc n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12175 Princes being in Gods place, should exalt the righteousnesse of God in the governing of men. Princes being in God's place, should exalt the righteousness of God in the governing of men. n2 vbg p-acp ng1 n1, vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12176 And therefore the same David in his dying song spake thus (2 Sam: 23.3.) He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the feare of God; And Therefore the same David in his dying song spoke thus (2 Sam: 23.3.) He that Ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the Fear of God; cc av dt d np1 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1 vvd av (crd np1: crd.) pns31 cst vvz p-acp n2 vmb vbi j, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12177 who ever he is he must be just, and he must be just in the feare of God, which he can never be, who ever he is he must be just, and he must be just in the Fear of God, which he can never be, r-crq av pns31 vbz pns31 vmb vbi j, cc pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vmb av-x vbi, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12178 but in giving out the righteousnesse of God; but in giving out the righteousness of God; cc-acp p-acp vvg av dt n1 pp-f np1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12179 that is, in dispensing that for righteousnesse, which is right according to the will of God. that is, in dispensing that for righteousness, which is right according to the will of God. d vbz, p-acp vvg cst p-acp n1, r-crq vbz j-jn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12180 And if he must doe right thus, how shall he doe it, if he hate it? no man will doe that willingly or constantly which he hateth; And if he must do right thus, how shall he do it, if he hate it? no man will do that willingly or constantly which he hates; cc cs pns31 vmb vdi av-jn av, q-crq vmb pns31 vdi pn31, cs pns31 vvb pn31? dx n1 vmb vdi d av-j cc av-j r-crq pns31 vvz; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12181 he that hates right is so farre from doing it himselfe, that he cannot abide others should doe it. he that hates right is so Far from doing it himself, that he cannot abide Others should do it. pns31 cst vvz av-jn vbz av av-j p-acp vdg pn31 px31, cst pns31 vmbx vvi n2-jn vmd vdi pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12182 Whereas a governour, is not only to doe right himselfe, but to appoynt others to doe it, Whereas a governor, is not only to do right himself, but to appoint Others to do it, cs dt n1, vbz xx av-j pc-acp vdi vvi px31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp vdi pn31, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12183 and to see that they doe it, or else to punish them for not doing it. and to see that they do it, or Else to Punish them for not doing it. cc pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vdb pn31, cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp xx vdg pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12184 The Rulers of the earth are sayd to beare the sword (Rom: 13.4.) And they are sayd to be Shields (Psal: 47.9.) They are shields to protect the good, The Rulers of the earth Are said to bear the sword (Rom: 13.4.) And they Are said to be Shields (Psalm: 47.9.) They Are shields to Pact the good, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp vvb dt n1 (np1: crd.) cc pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 (np1: crd.) pns32 vbr n2 pc-acp vvi dt j, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12185 and swords to take vengeance of those that doe evill; both which are the workes of righteousnesse. and swords to take vengeance of those that do evil; both which Are the works of righteousness. cc n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d cst vdb j-jn; d r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12186 And if so, shall ever he that hateth right governe? And wilt thou condemne him that is most just? And if so, shall ever he that hates right govern? And wilt thou condemn him that is most just? cc cs av, vmb av pns31 cst vvz vvi vvi? cc vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz av-ds j? (27) chapter (DIV2) 2028 Page 614
12187 The scope of Elihu in the former part of the verse was to demonstrate that God is no hater of right, The scope of Elihu in the former part of the verse was to demonstrate that God is no hater of right, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz dx n1 pp-f n-jn, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2029 Page 614
12188 or righteousnesse, for he is not only A Governour, but The Governour, all the world over, or righteousness, for he is not only A Governor, but The Governor, all the world over, cc n1, c-acp pns31 vbz xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp dt n1, d dt n1 a-acp, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2029 Page 614
12189 or over all the world, and it were a most absurd thing, to thinke that he should be the Governour of the world, or over all the world, and it were a most absurd thing, to think that he should be the Governor of the world, cc p-acp d dt n1, cc pn31 vbdr dt av-ds j n1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2029 Page 614
12190 and yet be a hater of right; and yet be a hater of right; cc av vbi dt n1 pp-f j-jn; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2029 Page 615
12191 can it be imagin'd that he who ruleth all men, should wrong any man? Now seeing God who ruleth all is alwayes most righteous, wilt thou (O Job) condemne him (saith Elihu) that is most just? God our governour is so farre from hating, that he is ever promoting justice, he that is so, is most just, can it be imagined that he who Ruleth all men, should wrong any man? Now seeing God who Ruleth all is always most righteous, wilt thou (Oh Job) condemn him (Says Elihu) that is most just? God our governor is so Far from hating, that he is ever promoting Justice, he that is so, is most just, vmb pn31 vbi vvn cst pns31 r-crq vvz d n2, vmd vvi d n1? av vvg np1 r-crq vvz d vbz av av-ds j, vm2 pns21 (uh n1) vvb pno31 (vvz np1) cst vbz av-ds j? np1 po12 n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg, cst pns31 vbz av j-vvg n1, pns31 cst vbz av, vbz av-ds j, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2029 Page 615
12192 and wilt thou condemne him that is most just? Wilt thou condemne? To condemne is to sit in Judgement, and give sentence against another. and wilt thou condemn him that is most just? Wilt thou condemn? To condemn is to fit in Judgement, and give sentence against Another. cc vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz av-ds j? vm2 pns21 vvi? pc-acp vvi vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvb n1 p-acp j-jn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2029 Page 615
12193 Wilt thou condemne, or give sentence against God? Wilt thou (as some translate according to the strictness of the Original) make him wicked, that is most just? Elihu makes use of a very hard and severe word, Wilt thou condemn, or give sentence against God? Wilt thou (as Some translate according to the strictness of the Original) make him wicked, that is most just? Elihu makes use of a very hard and severe word, vm2 pns21 vvi, cc vvb n1 p-acp np1? vm2 pns21 (c-acp d vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn) vvb pno31 j, cst vbz av-ds j? np1 vvz n1 pp-f dt j j cc j n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2030 Page 615
12194 and it is conceived that he purposely pitcht upon it, or pickt it out, to convince Job, that it is no small fault, and it is conceived that he purposely pitched upon it, or picked it out, to convince Job, that it is no small fault, cc pn31 vbz vvn cst pns31 av vvd p-acp pn31, cc vvn pn31 av, pc-acp vvi n1, cst pn31 vbz dx j n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2030 Page 615
12195 or offence, to complaine of or to quarrell with the dealings of God. 'Tis indeed to condemne God, and to make him wicked, as the word imports; or offence, to complain of or to quarrel with the dealings of God. It's indeed to condemn God, and to make him wicked, as the word imports; cc n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1. pn31|vbz av pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 j, p-acp dt n1 vvz; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2030 Page 615
12196 Wilt thou condemne him that is most just? Here are two words; Wilt thou condemn him that is most just? Here Are two words; vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz av-ds j? av vbr crd n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2030 Page 615
12197 in the Hebrew we put them together, and so render them by a superlative, most just. Some translate, Wilt thou condemne him that is strong and just? that is, strongly just, mightily just; in the Hebrew we put them together, and so render them by a superlative, most just. some translate, Wilt thou condemn him that is strong and just? that is, strongly just, mightily just; p-acp dt njp n1 vvd pno32 av, cc av vvb pno32 p-acp dt j, av-ds j. d vvi, vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz j cc j? cst vbz, av-j j, av-j j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2031 Page 615
12198 God is full of strength and might, so full that he, and he only is Almighty; yet his might never exceedeth right, nor his strength his justice. God is full of strength and might, so full that he, and he only is Almighty; yet his might never exceeds right, nor his strength his Justice. np1 vbz j pp-f n1 cc n1, av j cst pns31, cc pns31 av-j vbz np1; av po31 n1 av-x vvz j-jn, ccx po31 n1 po31 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2031 Page 615
12199 Strength and justice are commensurate in God. Strength and Justice Are commensurate in God. n1 cc n1 vbr j p-acp np1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2031 Page 615
12200 And while he is so strong, that he can doe what he will, he is so just that he will doe nothing but what is righteous. And while he is so strong, that he can do what he will, he is so just that he will do nothing but what is righteous. cc cs pns31 vbz av j, cst pns31 vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vmb, pns31 vbz av j cst pns31 vmb vdi pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2031 Page 615
12201 Further, I find others joyning the word strong, with the word condemne. As if Elihu had sayd, Wilt thou so confidently, and pertinaciously, condemne the just God? To condemne God, Further, I find Others joining the word strong, with the word condemn. As if Elihu had said, Wilt thou so confidently, and pertinaciously, condemn the just God? To condemn God, jc, pns11 vvb n2-jn vvg dt n1 j, p-acp dt n1 vvi. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, vm2 pns21 av av-j, cc av-j, vvb dt j np1? p-acp vvi np1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2032 Page 615
12202 though but a little, to passe the easiest sentence of condemnation upon him is bad enough; though but a little, to pass the Easiest sentence of condemnation upon him is bad enough; cs p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 vbz j av-d; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2032 Page 615
12203 but wilt thou strongly condemne him? We render clearely to the scope of the place, Wilt thou condemne him that is most just? Hence note. but wilt thou strongly condemn him? We render clearly to the scope of the place, Wilt thou condemn him that is most just? Hence note. cc-acp vm2 pns21 av-j vvi pno31? pns12 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz av-ds j? av vvi. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2032 Page 615
12204 First, God is most just, or altogether just. He is strongly just, mightily just; as he is strongly mercifull, putting forth a power in pardoning sin, and shewing mercy, First, God is most just, or altogether just. He is strongly just, mightily just; as he is strongly merciful, putting forth a power in pardoning since, and showing mercy, ord, np1 vbz av-ds j, cc av j. pns31 vbz av-j j, av-j j; c-acp pns31 vbz av-j j, vvg av dt n1 p-acp vvg n1, cc vvg n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2033 Page 615
12205 so he is strongly just, or altogether just. so he is strongly just, or altogether just. av pns31 vbz av-j j, cc av j. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2034 Page 616
12206 The rule given to Judges by Moses speakes thus, ( Deut: 16.20.) That which is altogether just, shalt thou follow. The Rule given to Judges by Moses speaks thus, (Deuteronomy: 16.20.) That which is altogether just, shalt thou follow. dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp np1 vvz av, (j: crd.) cst r-crq vbz av j, vm2 pns21 vvi. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2034 Page 616
12207 We put in the margin, justice, justice, shalt thou doe; We put in the margin, Justice, Justice, shalt thou do; pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, vm2 pns21 vdi; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2034 Page 616
12208 that is, thou shalt doe pure Justice, nothing but Justice, or justice without the least mixture, tincture, that is, thou shalt do pure justice, nothing but justice, or Justice without the least mixture, tincture, cst vbz, pns21 vm2 vdi j n1, pix cc-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp dt ds n1, n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2034 Page 616
12209 or (if it be possible) without the least shadow of injustice. or (if it be possible) without the least shadow of injustice. cc (cs pn31 vbb j) p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2034 Page 616
12210 I may say, justice, justice is God, that is, he is altogether just, strongly just, everlastingly and unchangeably just. I may say, Justice, Justice is God, that is, he is altogether just, strongly just, everlastingly and unchangeably just. pns11 vmb vvi, n1, n1 vbz np1, cst vbz, pns31 vbz av j, av-j j, av-j cc av-j j. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2034 Page 616
12211 God is just under a three-fold notion. God is just under a threefold notion. np1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2034 Page 616
12212 First, As to be just is taken largely, importing a person accomplished with concurrence of all perfections, and vertuous qualities. First, As to be just is taken largely, importing a person accomplished with concurrence of all perfections, and virtuous qualities. ord, c-acp pc-acp vbi j vbz vvn av-j, vvg dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, cc j n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2035 Page 616
12213 In that sence, I suppose, the Apostle useth the word (1 Tim: 1.9.) The law is not given for (that is, to terrifie or condemne) a just man; that is, In that sense, I suppose, the Apostle uses the word (1 Tim: 1.9.) The law is not given for (that is, to terrify or condemn) a just man; that is, p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb, dt n1 vvz dt n1 (vvd np1: crd.) dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp (cst vbz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi) dt j n1; cst vbz, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2035 Page 616
12214 for a man who is holy and good. Thus God is altogether just; for he hath all the lines of perfection, of holinesse, for a man who is holy and good. Thus God is altogether just; for he hath all the lines of perfection, of holiness, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz j cc j. av np1 vbz av j; p-acp pns31 vhz d dt n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2035 Page 616
12215 and goodnesse centring in him, he is not only just and vertuous, but justice and vertue it selfe. and Goodness centring in him, he is not only just and virtuous, but Justice and virtue it self. cc n1 vvg p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz xx av-j j cc j, cc-acp n1 cc n1 pn31 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2035 Page 616
12216 Secondly, To be just, imports the keeping of promises, and the performance of our word. Secondly, To be just, imports the keeping of promises, and the performance of our word. ord, pc-acp vbi j, vvz dt n-vvg pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12217 He is a just man, who when he hath spoken, you may know what to have of him, and where to have him. He is a just man, who when he hath spoken, you may know what to have of him, and where to have him. pns31 vbz dt j n1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vhz vvn, pn22 vmb vvi r-crq pc-acp vhi pp-f pno31, cc c-crq pc-acp vhi pno31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12218 Some give words, and you can get nothing of them but words, that's injustice, because our words binde us and should be as lawes to us. some give words, and you can get nothing of them but words, that's injustice, Because our words bind us and should be as laws to us. d vvb n2, cc pn22 vmb vvi pix pp-f pno32 p-acp n2, d|vbz n1, c-acp po12 n2 vvb pno12 cc vmd vbi c-acp n2 p-acp pno12. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12219 A man may chuse whether he will make promises, but when he hath promised, it is not in his choice, A man may choose whither he will make promises, but when he hath promised, it is not in his choice, dt n1 vmb vvi cs pns31 vmb vvi n2, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12220 whether he will performe or no; his word bindes him. whither he will perform or no; his word binds him. cs pns31 vmb vvi cc av-dx; po31 n1 vvz pno31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12221 In this sence, God is altogether just. Whatsoever word you have had from God, (and he hath given us many comfortable words for every condition) God is a just God, In this sense, God is altogether just. Whatsoever word you have had from God, (and he hath given us many comfortable words for every condition) God is a just God, p-acp d n1, np1 vbz av j. r-crq n1 pn22 vhb vhn p-acp np1, (cc pns31 vhz vvn pno12 d j n2 p-acp d n1) np1 vbz dt j np1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12222 and will performe it to a tittle. and will perform it to a tittle. cc vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12223 That Glorious and everlasting witnesse is borne to him by dying Joshua (Josh: 23.14.) And behold this day I am going the way of all the earth, That Glorious and everlasting witness is born to him by dying joshua (Josh: 23.14.) And behold this day I am going the Way of all the earth, cst j cc j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j-vvg np1 (np1: crd.) cc vvi d n1 pns11 vbm vvg dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12224 and ye know in all your hearts, and in all your soules, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which the Lord your God spake concerning you: and you know in all your hearts, and in all your Souls, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which the Lord your God spoke Concerning you: cc pn22 vvb p-acp d po22 n2, cc p-acp d po22 n2, cst xx pi n1 vhz vvn pp-f d dt j n2 r-crq dt n1 po22 n1 vvd vvg pn22: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12225 all are come to passe unto you, and not one thing hath failed thereof. all Are come to pass unto you, and not one thing hath failed thereof. d vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc xx crd n1 vhz vvn av. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12226 In this sence, God is sayd to be, not only mercifull, but just in forgiving our sins (1 John 1.9.) If we confesse our sins, he is faithfull and just to forgive us our sins, In this sense, God is said to be, not only merciful, but just in forgiving our Sins (1 John 1.9.) If we confess our Sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins, p-acp d n1, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi, xx av-j j, cc-acp j p-acp j-vvg po12 n2 (crd np1 crd.) cs pns12 vvb po12 n2, pns31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n2, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12227 and to cleanse us from all unrighteousnesse. If we confesse our sins spiritually and believingly, deeply, humbly, and affectionately; and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we confess our Sins spiritually and believingly, deeply, humbly, and affectionately; cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1. cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 av-j cc av-vvg, av-jn, av-j, cc av-j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12228 if we confesse thus, he is just to forgive; if we confess thus, he is just to forgive; cs pns12 vvb av, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 616
12229 why? because he hath given a promise to forgive those who make such confessions of sin. why? Because he hath given a promise to forgive those who make such confessions of since. q-crq? c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvb d n2 pp-f n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 617
12230 And thus 'tis in any other promise; And thus it's in any other promise; cc av pn31|vbz p-acp d j-jn n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 617
12231 he keepes his word, he keepes touch with man, he will not fayle nor come short in the least, therefore he is altogether just. he keeps his word, he keeps touch with man, he will not fail nor come short in the least, Therefore he is altogether just. pns31 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi j p-acp dt ds, av pns31 vbz av j. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2036 Page 617
12232 Thirdly, He is just in the strictest acception of justice, giving every one his due. Thirdly, He is just in the Strictest acception of Justice, giving every one his due. ord, pns31 vbz j p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, vvg d pi po31 j-jn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2037 Page 617
12233 It is possible for a man to be just in neither of the two former notions, he may neither be vertuous in his actions, It is possible for a man to be just in neither of the two former notions, he may neither be virtuous in his actions, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d pp-f dt crd j n2, pns31 vmb av-dx vbi j p-acp po31 n2, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2037 Page 617
12234 nor a keeper of his word as a man, & yet he may be just as a Magistrate, just as in a cause committed to his determination. nor a keeper of his word as a man, & yet he may be just as a Magistrate, just as in a cause committed to his determination. ccx dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av pns31 vmb vbi j c-acp dt n1, av c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2037 Page 617
12235 But God is just in all these three considerations of a just man, and therefore he is eminently, or altogether just. But God is just in all these three considerations of a just man, and Therefore he is eminently, or altogether just. p-acp np1 vbz j p-acp d d crd n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc av pns31 vbz av-j, cc av j. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2037 Page 617
12236 And I conceive, the latter of the three is chiefely intended here; And I conceive, the latter of the three is chiefly intended Here; cc pns11 vvb, dt d pp-f dt crd vbz av-jn vvn av; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2037 Page 617
12237 God is most just, that is, he never did, nor ever will, give an undue or an undeserved sentence upon any man. God is most just, that is, he never did, nor ever will, give an undue or an undeserved sentence upon any man. np1 vbz av-ds j, cst vbz, pns31 av-x vdd, ccx av vmb, vvb dt j cc dt j n1 p-acp d n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2037 Page 617
12238 I might shew distinctly, that God is just, and how just he is; First, in rewarding those that doe well; I might show distinctly, that God is just, and how just he is; First, in rewarding those that do well; pns11 vmd vvi av-j, cst np1 vbz j, cc c-crq j pns31 vbz; ord, p-acp vvg d cst vdb av; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12239 Secondly, in punishing those that doe ill. And that because he doth it; First, by a law; Secondly, by a law published; Secondly, in punishing those that do ill. And that Because he does it; First, by a law; Secondly, by a law published; ord, p-acp vvg d cst vdb j-jn. cc d c-acp pns31 vdz pn31; ord, p-acp dt n1; ord, p-acp dt n1 vvn; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12240 Thirdly, by a law possible (our inability of keeping the law is consequentiall to the giving of it; Thirdly, by a law possible (our inability of keeping the law is consequential to the giving of it; ord, p-acp dt n1 j (po12 n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12241 man hath drawne it upon himselfe) though now he cannot performe it at all, man hath drawn it upon himself) though now he cannot perform it At all, n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp px31) c-acp av pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp d, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12242 yet God is just in punishing, because he sins against a law that he had a power (in his head or representative) to have fullfilled. yet God is just in punishing, Because he Sins against a law that he had a power (in his head or representative) to have Fulfilled. av np1 vbz j p-acp vvg, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhd dt n1 (p-acp po31 n1 cc n1) pc-acp vhi vvn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12243 Fourthly, God is just, because the penalties which he inflicteth slow from a right and just law (as the Apostle speaks, Rom: 7.12.) The law is holy, and just, and good; Fourthly, God is just, Because the penalties which he inflicteth slow from a right and just law (as the Apostle speaks, Rom: 7.12.) The law is holy, and just, and good; ord, np1 vbz j, c-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz j p-acp dt n-jn cc j n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1: crd.) dt n1 vbz j, cc j, cc j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12244 and therefore all the awards that are grounded upon it must needs be just too. Fifthly, he punisheth justly, because he never punisheth but upon proofe, and evidence; and Therefore all the awards that Are grounded upon it must needs be just too. Fifthly, he Punisheth justly, Because he never Punisheth but upon proof, and evidence; cc av d dt vvz cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31 vmb av vbi j av. ord, pns31 vvz av-j, c-acp pns31 av-x vvz cc-acp p-acp n1, cc n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12245 yea he will make every mans Conscience a witness against himself, or condemne him out of his own mouth. yea he will make every men Conscience a witness against himself, or condemn him out of his own Mouth. uh pns31 vmb vvi d ng1 n1 dt n1 p-acp px31, cc vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 d n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12246 Sixthly, he punisheth justly, because he punisheth impartially, neither feare, nor hope, nor favour, can divert him ( Isa: 27.11. Sixthly, he Punisheth justly, Because he Punisheth impartially, neither Fear, nor hope, nor favour, can divert him (Isaiah: 27.11. j, pns31 vvz av-j, c-acp pns31 vvz av-j, dx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1, vmb vvi pno31 (np1: crd. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12247 Jer: 22.24.) Seventhly, he doth not only punish in a proportion to the law, Jer: 22.24.) Seventhly, he does not only Punish in a proportion to the law, np1: crd.) crd, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12248 but often in a proportion to the sin, and that not only to the measure of the sin, but often in a proportion to the since, and that not only to the measure of the since, cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc cst xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12249 but to the manner of the sin; but to the manner of the since; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12250 as that cruel king Adonibezek confessed, when himselfe was cruelly dealt with (his thumbs and great toes being cut off, Judg: 1.7.) As I have done so God hath requited me: as that cruel King Adonibezek confessed, when himself was cruelly dealt with (his thumbs and great toes being Cut off, Judge: 1.7.) As I have done so God hath requited me: c-acp cst j n1 np1 vvn, c-crq px31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp (po31 n2 cc j n2 vbg vvn a-acp, n1: crd.) c-acp pns11 vhb vdn av np1 vhz vvn pno11: (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12251 As if he had sayd, God is just not only because he hath punished me in measure according to my sin, As if he had said, God is just not only Because he hath punished me in measure according to my since, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, np1 vbz av xx av-j c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp n1 vvg p-acp po11 n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 617
12252 but after the very same manner in which I sinned, he hath as it were hit my sin in the eye of all beholders; but After the very same manner in which I sinned, he hath as it were hit my since in the eye of all beholders; cc-acp p-acp dt j d n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd, pns31 vhz p-acp pn31 vbdr vvn po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 618
12253 what I have done may be seene by what I suffer. Note, Secondly. To condemne God, who is most just, is the highest poynt of injustice. what I have done may be seen by what I suffer. Note, Secondly. To condemn God, who is most just, is the highest point of injustice. r-crq pns11 vhb vdn vmb vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb. n1, ord. p-acp vvi np1, r-crq vbz av-ds j, vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2038 Page 618
12254 Wilt thou condemne him that is most just? wilt thou do such a thing? what? condemne him that is most just! Wilt thou condemn him that is most just? wilt thou do such a thing? what? condemn him that is most just! vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz av-ds j? vm2 pns21 vdi d dt n1? q-crq? vvb pno31 cst vbz av-ds j! (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12255 How great a wickednesse is this, if we consider, First, that what-ever God doth, we ought to be patient under it. How great a wickedness is this, if we Consider, First, that whatever God does, we ought to be patient under it. q-crq j dt n1 vbz d, cs pns12 vvb, ord, cst j np1 vdz, pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12256 Secondly, that whatsoever God doth, we ought to acquiesce or rest quietly and contentedly in it; Secondly, that whatsoever God does, we ought to acquiesce or rest quietly and contentedly in it; ord, cst r-crq np1 vdz, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-jn cc n1 p-acp pn31; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12257 that's more then to be patient. Thirdly, that whatsoever he doth, we ought to approve and justifie God in it. that's more then to be patient. Thirdly, that whatsoever he does, we ought to approve and justify God in it. d|vbz dc cs pc-acp vbi j. ord, cst r-crq pns31 vdz, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi cc vvi np1 p-acp pn31. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12258 Fourthly, that we ought to magnifie God whatsoever he doth, though his dispensations are bitter, & burthensome; Fourthly, that we ought to magnify God whatsoever he does, though his dispensations Are bitter, & burdensome; ord, cst pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi np1 r-crq pns31 vdz, cs po31 n2 vbr j, cc j; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12259 and if we do so we shall finde the bitterest dispensations sweete to us. and if we do so we shall find the Bitterest dispensations sweet to us. cc cs pns12 vdb av pns12 vmb vvi dt js n2 j p-acp pno12. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12260 Now if we ought to be patient under, to acquiesce in, to approve of, yea to magnifie and exalt the name of God in all his dealings with us and determinations concerning us, Now if we ought to be patient under, to acquiesce in, to approve of, yea to magnify and exalt the name of God in all his dealings with us and determinations Concerning us, av cs pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi j p-acp, pc-acp vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi pp-f, uh p-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno12 cc n2 vvg pno12, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12261 then how sinfull is it to condemne him? What? shall such poore creatures as we, take upon us to censure and condemne the workes of God! Some say it at least in their hearts, then how sinful is it to condemn him? What? shall such poor creatures as we, take upon us to censure and condemn the works of God! some say it At least in their hearts, av c-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi pno31? q-crq? vmb d j n2 c-acp pns12, vvb p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 d vvb pn31 p-acp ds p-acp po32 n2, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12262 if they had the reines of government in their hands, they would carry things evener then God doth; if they had the reins of government in their hands, they would carry things evener then God does; cs pns32 vhd dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vmd vvi n2 jc cs np1 vdz; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12263 they would put all things right, if they might have the rule; they would put all things right, if they might have the Rule; pns32 vmd vvi d n2 j-jn, cs pns32 vmd vhi dt n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12264 if they might a while doe as they thinke fit, they would doe all things fitly. if they might a while doe as they think fit, they would do all things fitly. cs pns32 vmd dt n1 n1 c-acp pns32 vvb j, pns32 vmd vdi d n2 av-j. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12265 Some will talke thus arrogantly of their fitness to governe the whole world, who have not wit enough to governe their owne familyes; some will talk thus arrogantly of their fitness to govern the Whole world, who have not wit enough to govern their own families; d vmb vvi av av-j pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, r-crq vhb xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi po32 d n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12266 nor any grace at all to governe themselves; nor any grace At all to govern themselves; ccx d n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi px32; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12267 yea they will presume they could governe all men, who are scarce fit to governe a heard of swine, yea they will presume they could govern all men, who Are scarce fit to govern a herd of Swine, uh pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vmd vvi d n2, r-crq vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12268 or as Job speakes ( Chap: 30.1.) to be set over the dogs of a mans flocke; or as Job speaks (Chap: 30.1.) to be Set over the Dogs of a men flock; cc c-acp n1 vvz (n1: crd.) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12269 such as these will take upon them to governe the world, & say they could do it better then 'tis done. such as these will take upon them to govern the world, & say they could do it better then it's done. d c-acp d vmb vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvb pns32 vmd vdi pn31 jc cs pn31|vbz vdn. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12270 Things should not goe thus, if they might have their will. Things should not go thus, if they might have their will. n2 vmd xx vvi av, cs pns32 vmd vhi po32 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12271 Though indeed (like that rash and inconsiderate young man in the fabulous Poet, who desired for one day at least to be Charioteere to the Sun) if they might have their will, they would set the whole world a-fire, Though indeed (like that rash and inconsiderate young man in the fabulous Poet, who desired for one day At least to be Charioteere to the Sun) if they might have their will, they would Set the Whole world afire, cs av (av-j d j cc j j n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvd p-acp crd n1 p-acp ds pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp dt n1) cs pns32 vmd vhi po32 n1, pns32 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 j, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12272 or put all into a flame in one day. or put all into a flame in one day. cc vvd d p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 618
12273 Thus, vaine man would be wise (as Zophar sayd, Chap: 11.12.) Though man be borne like a wild asses colt, that is, being altogether unwilling to be governed by any right law, he would faine give the law to and governe all; Thus, vain man would be wise (as Zophar said, Chap: 11.12.) Though man be born like a wild asses colt, that is, being altogether unwilling to be governed by any right law, he would feign give the law to and govern all; av, j n1 vmd vbi j (c-acp np1 vvd, n1: crd.) cs n1 vbb vvn av-j dt j ng1 n1, cst vbz, vbg av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, pns31 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp cc vvi d; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 619
12274 what is this but to condemne the most just? and how great, how blasphemously impudent a wickednesse is this! what is this but to condemn the most just? and how great, how blasphemously impudent a wickedness is this! q-crq vbz d p-acp pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j? cc q-crq j, c-crq av-j j dt n1 vbz d! (27) chapter (DIV2) 2040 Page 619
12275 But some may say, Did Job ever thus condemne God? I answer; But Some may say, Did Job ever thus condemn God? I answer; p-acp d vmb vvi, vdd np1 av av vvi np1? pns11 vvb; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2041 Page 619
12276 he did not condemne him in so many words, he did not formally sit upon his tribunall, he did not condemn him in so many words, he did not formally fit upon his tribunal, pns31 vdd xx vvi pno31 p-acp av d n2, pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2042 Page 619
12277 and condemne God, but he spake such words as did shew a condemning of God, and Elihu justly condemned him for speaking them. Hence note, lastly. and condemn God, but he spoke such words as did show a condemning of God, and Elihu justly condemned him for speaking them. Hence note, lastly. cc vvi np1, cc-acp pns31 vvd d n2 a-acp vdd vvi dt vvg pp-f np1, cc np1 av-j vvd pno31 p-acp vvg pno32. av vvi, ord. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2042 Page 619
12278 Not to submit freely to, or to complaine of the dealings of God, is a condemning of God. Not to submit freely to, or to complain of the dealings of God, is a condemning of God. xx pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, vbz dt vvg pp-f np1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2043 Page 619
12279 This is a hard saying, we may be almost astonished to heare it, what? condemne God? yeas, This is a hard saying, we may be almost astonished to hear it, what? condemn God? yeas, d vbz dt j n-vvg, pns12 vmb vbi av vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, q-crq? vvb np1? zz, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 619
12280 so farre as any man murmurs against the dealings of God, so farre he condemnes God. so Far as any man murmurs against the dealings of God, so Far he condemns God. av av-j c-acp d n1 vvz p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, av av-j pns31 vvz np1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 619
12281 The workes of God must be submitted to, as wel as his word, his dispensations must be obeyed as wel as his lawes and constitutions. The works of God must be submitted to, as well as his word, his dispensations must be obeyed as well as his laws and constitutions. dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, c-acp av c-acp po31 n1, po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av c-acp po31 n2 cc n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 619
12282 Our complaints of what he doth are censures of his person. Our complaints of what he does Are censures of his person. po12 n2 pp-f r-crq pns31 vdz vbr n2 pp-f po31 n1. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 619
12283 We question not only the soveraignty and power of God, but his very wisdome and truth and justice, We question not only the sovereignty and power of God, but his very Wisdom and truth and Justice, pns12 vvb xx av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 cc n1, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 619
12284 when we reluct against any of his actings or awards concerning us, though they produce our greatest sufferings. when we reluct against any of his actings or awards Concerning us, though they produce our greatest sufferings. c-crq pns12 vvn p-acp d pp-f po31 n2 cc vvz vvg pno12, cs pns32 vvb po12 js n2. (27) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 619
12285 This Elihu further aggravates in the next words; This Elihu further aggravates in the next words; d np1 av-jc vvz p-acp dt ord n2; (27) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 619
12286 Is it fit to say to a King, Thou art wicked? and to Princes, Ye are ungodly? If men will be mannerly to Princes, Is it fit to say to a King, Thou art wicked? and to Princes, You Are ungodly? If men will be mannerly to Princes, vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j? cc p-acp n2, pn22 vbr j? cs n2 vmb vbi j p-acp n2, (27) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 619
12287 how much more mannerly ought they to be towards God? how much more mannerly ought they to be towards God? c-crq av-d av-dc j vmd pns32 pc-acp vbi p-acp np1? (27) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 619
12288 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 18, 19. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 18, 19. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd (28) chapter (DIV2) 2044 Page 620
12289 Is it fit to say to a King, thou art wicked, and to Princes, ye are ungodly? Is it fit to say to a King, thou art wicked, and to Princes, you Are ungodly? vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j, cc p-acp n2, pn22 vbr j? (28) chapter (DIV2) 2045 Page 620
12290 How much less to him that accepteth not the Persons of Princes, nor regardeth the rich more then the poor? for they are all the work of his hands. How much less to him that Accepteth not the Persons of Princes, nor Regardeth the rich more then the poor? for they Are all the work of his hands. c-crq av-d av-dc p-acp pno31 cst vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2, ccx vvz dt j av-dc cs dt j? c-acp pns32 vbr d dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2046 Page 620
12291 THese two verses are both an Illustration and a Confirmation or proof of what Elihu spake last in the close of the 17th verse, Wilt thou condemn him that is most just? Hereupon he infers Vers. 18. Is it sit to say to a King, thou art wicked? THese two Verses Are both an Illustration and a Confirmation or proof of what Elihu spoke last in the close of the 17th verse, Wilt thou condemn him that is most just? Hereupon he infers Vers. 18. Is it fit to say to a King, thou art wicked? d crd n2 vbr d dt n1 cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvd ord p-acp dt j pp-f dt ord n1, vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz av-ds j? av pns31 vvz np1 crd vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j? (28) chapter (DIV2) 2047 Page 620
12292 Those words, Is it fit; are not literally and expresly in the hebrew; and therefore some connect these two verses immediately with the former; Those words, Is it fit; Are not literally and expressly in the hebrew; and Therefore Some connect these two Verses immediately with the former; d n2, vbz pn31 j; vbr xx av-j cc av-j p-acp dt njp; cc av d vvn d crd n2 av-j p-acp dt j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2048 Page 620
12293 Wilt thou condemn him that is most just? Who saith to a King, O thou wicked? and to Princes, O ye ungodly? That is, who is so just, that he spares not to tell the greatest Kings and Princes of their wickedness and ungodliness? Or as the Vulgar Translation hath it, Who saith to a King, O thou Apostate? I tell thee, Thou art fallen from that Justice and Righteousness which thou didst once exercise in thy Government. Wilt thou condemn him that is most just? Who Says to a King, Oh thou wicked? and to Princes, Oh you ungodly? That is, who is so just, that he spares not to tell the greatest Kings and Princes of their wickedness and ungodliness? Or as the vulgar translation hath it, Who Says to a King, Oh thou Apostate? I tell thee, Thou art fallen from that justice and Righteousness which thou didst once exercise in thy Government. vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 cst vbz av-ds j? q-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, uh pns21 j? cc p-acp n2, uh pn22 j? cst vbz, r-crq vbz av j, cst pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi dt js n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1? cc c-acp dt j n1 vhz pn31, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, uh pns21 n1? pns11 vvb pno21, pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns21 vdd2 a-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2048 Page 620
12294 It is said of Nero, he had his five years wherein he govern'd excellently, but afterward he proved Apostate, cruelly tyrannizing over (instead of ruling) his people; It is said of Nero, he had his five Years wherein he governed excellently, but afterwards he proved Apostate, cruelly tyrannizing over (instead of ruling) his people; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vhd po31 crd n2 c-crq pns31 vvd av-j, cc-acp av pns31 vvd n1, av-j vvg a-acp (av pp-f vvg) po31 n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2048 Page 620
12295 as there are Apostates in Spirituals, so in Civils; an apostate is an hypocrite revealed, an hypocrite is an apostate vail'd: as there Are Apostates in Spirituals, so in Civils; an apostate is an hypocrite revealed, an hypocrite is an apostate veiled: c-acp pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp n2, av p-acp np1; dt n1 vbz dt n1 vvd, dt n1 vbz dt n1 vvn: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2048 Page 620
12296 God unvails hypocrites of all sorts, and will not fail sooner or later to reprove their Apostacy. God unvails Hypocrites of all sorts, and will not fail sooner or later to reprove their Apostasy. np1 vvz n2 pp-f d n2, cc vmb xx vvi av-c cc jc pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2048 Page 620
12297 It is better not to be good, then not to continue good: It is better not to be good, then not to continue good: pn31 vbz av-jc xx pc-acp vbi j, cs xx pc-acp vvi j: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2048 Page 620
12298 Backsliders are worse then they who never set one step in the wayes of God and goodness. Backsliders Are Worse then they who never Set one step in the ways of God and Goodness. n2 vbr jc cs pns32 r-crq av vvd crd n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2048 Page 620
12299 So then, according to this reading, the sence may be given out thus: So then, according to this reading, the sense may be given out thus: av av, vvg p-acp d n-vvg, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av av: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 620
12300 As if Elihu had said, How canst thou (O Job!) possibly imagine that God should be unjust, As if Elihu had said, How Canst thou (Oh Job!) possibly imagine that God should be unjust, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, c-crq vm2 pns21 (uh n1!) av-j vvi cst np1 vmd vbi j, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 620
12301 when he doth not forbear to tell the greatest Kings of their injustice, and convince them of it; when he does not forbear to tell the greatest Kings of their injustice, and convince them of it; c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt js n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvi pno32 pp-f pn31; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 620
12302 he who calleth degenerate Kings Apostates, and unjust Princes wicked; he who calls degenerate Kings Apostates, and unjust Princes wicked; pns31 r-crq vvz j n2 n2, cc j n2 j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 620
12303 he that is thus impartial in reckoning with Kings, and the mighty men of the earth (as indeed God hath alwaies been, he that is thus impartial in reckoning with Kings, and the mighty men of the earth (as indeed God hath always been, pns31 cst vbz av j p-acp vvg p-acp n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp av np1 vhz av vbn, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12304 and will ever be) How should he be unjust? Wilt thou condemn the most Just? Even him who is so just, that he rebukes injustice wheresoever he sindes it, and will ever be) How should he be unjust? Wilt thou condemn the most Just? Even him who is so just, that he rebukes injustice wheresoever he sindes it, cc vmb av vbi) c-crq vmd pns31 vbi j? vm2 pns21 vvi dt av-ds j? j pno31 r-crq vbz av j, cst pns31 n2 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12305 and who can finde it wheresoever it is? (Psal. 105.14.) He reproved Kings for their sakes, (that is, and who can find it wheresoever it is? (Psalm 105.14.) He reproved Kings for their sakes, (that is, cc r-crq vmb vvi pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz? (np1 crd.) pns31 vvd n2 p-acp po32 n2, (cst vbz, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12306 for the sake of his peculiar people, when they did them wrong,) saying, Touch not mine anointed, for the sake of his peculiar people, when they did them wrong,) saying, Touch not mine anointed, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, c-crq pns32 vdd pno32 vvi,) vvg, vvb xx po11 j-vvn, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12307 and do my Prophets no harm: and do my prophets no harm: cc vdb po11 n2 dx n1: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12308 implying, that he trusts Kings with that great power to protect his anointed, and to save his Prophets from harm; implying, that he trusts Kings with that great power to Pact his anointed, and to save his prophets from harm; vvg, cst pns31 vvz n2 p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvn, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12309 and therefore would not take it well at their hands, if they abused their power to hurt and afflict them. and Therefore would not take it well At their hands, if they abused their power to hurt and afflict them. cc av vmd xx vvi pn31 av p-acp po32 n2, cs pns32 vvd po32 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12310 This is a good reading, but I shall not insist upon it, though some insist much upon it, This is a good reading, but I shall not insist upon it, though Some insist much upon it, d vbz dt j n-vvg, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, cs d vvb d p-acp pn31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12311 because I would rather favour our own Translation, and carry the Interpretation that way, as containing an argument to prove, that it is a most wicked thing to condemn God as unjust, Because I would rather favour our own translation, and carry the Interpretation that Way, as containing an argument to prove, that it is a most wicked thing to condemn God as unjust, c-acp pns11 vmd av-c vvi po12 d n1, cc vvi dt n1 cst n1, c-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp j, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12312 because men are scarce any where found so presumptuous, or bold, as to say to a King, Thou art wicked, or to Princes, ye are ungodly. Because men Are scarce any where found so presumptuous, or bold, as to say to a King, Thou art wicked, or to Princes, you Are ungodly. c-acp n2 vbr av-j d q-crq vvd av j, cc j, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j, cc p-acp n2, pn22 vbr j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12313 It is much easier for any man, much more for great men to do evil, then for others to tell them so: It is much Easier for any man, much more for great men to do evil, then for Others to tell them so: pn31 vbz av-d jc p-acp d n1, av-d av-dc p-acp j n2 pc-acp vdi j-jn, av c-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi pno32 av: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12314 And as the faults of Princes seldome finde reprovers, so it requires a great deal of wisdome, not to commit a fault in reproving them. And as the Faults of Princes seldom find reprovers, so it requires a great deal of Wisdom, not to commit a fault in reproving them. cc c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 av vvi n2, av pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg pno32. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12315 Is it fit to say to a King thou art wicked? Is it fit to say to a King thou art wicked? vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pns21 vb2r j? (28) chapter (DIV2) 2049 Page 621
12316 Is this a comly thing? Or will Kings endure it? And if so, doth it become thee, O Job, to speak hardly of God? Or will he endure it? Elihu did not charge Job with speaking evil of God directly; Is this a comely thing? Or will Kings endure it? And if so, does it become thee, Oh Job, to speak hardly of God? Or will he endure it? Elihu did not charge Job with speaking evil of God directly; vbz d dt j n1? cc vmb n2 vvi pn31? cc cs av, vdz pn31 vvi pno21, uh np1, pc-acp vvi av pp-f np1? cc vmb pns31 vvi pn31? np1 vdd xx vvi np1 p-acp vvg n-jn pp-f np1 av-j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2050 Page 621
12317 but would intimate to him, that while he was so unquiet under the afflicting hand of God, but would intimate to him, that while he was so unquiet under the afflicting hand of God, cc-acp vmd vvi p-acp pno31, cst cs pns31 vbds av j p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2050 Page 621
12318 and pressed him so often for a further hearing of his cause, he did very dangerously reflect upon his Justice; and pressed him so often for a further hearing of his cause, he did very dangerously reflect upon his justice; cc vvd pno31 av av p-acp dt jc n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vdd av av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2050 Page 621
12319 and that seeing we stand in awe of Kings and Soveraigne Princes, and dare not misbehave our selves before them, and that seeing we stand in awe of Kings and Sovereign Princes, and Dare not misbehave our selves before them, cc d vvg pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cc j-jn n2, cc vvb xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2050 Page 621
12320 nor let fall an unreverend word concerning them, how durst he presume to speak any thing unseemly of God? Is it fit to say to a King, Thou art wicked. nor let fallen an unreverend word Concerning them, how durst he presume to speak any thing unseemly of God? Is it fit to say to a King, Thou art wicked. ccx vvb vvi dt j n1 vvg pno32, c-crq vvd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 j pp-f np1? vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2050 Page 621
12321 Kings are supream, they are cloathed with Soveraigne power over all persons within their Dominion; Kings Are supreme, they Are clothed with Sovereign power over all Persons within their Dominion; n2 vbr j, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp po32 n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2051 Page 621
12322 Is it therefore fit to use such course language, such down-right unhewen speeches in any address to them? Is it fit to say to a King, Thou art wicked? The original word imports the worst sort, the most infamous among wicked men; Is it Therefore fit to use such course language, such downright unhewn Speeches in any address to them? Is it fit to say to a King, Thou art wicked? The original word imports the worst sort, the most infamous among wicked men; vbz pn31 av j pc-acp vvi d n1 n1, d j j n2 p-acp d vvb p-acp pno32? vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j? dt j-jn n1 vvz dt js n1, dt av-ds j p-acp j n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2051 Page 622
12323 So Mr Broughton renders, Is it meet that one say to a King, Belial? Some give it in the Vocative case, Is it meet for a subject to say to his Soveraigne, O thou Belial! O thou wicked one? Dare any speak thus to a King? So Mr Broughton renders, Is it meet that one say to a King, Belial? some give it in the Vocative case, Is it meet for a Subject to say to his Sovereign, Oh thou Belial! O thou wicked one? Dare any speak thus to a King? av n1 np1 vvz, vbz pn31 j cst pi vvb p-acp dt n1, np1? d vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 n1, vbz pn31 j p-acp dt n-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n-jn, uh pns21 np1! sy pns21 j pi? vvb d vvi av p-acp dt n1? (28) chapter (DIV2) 2051 Page 622
12324 This word Belial is often used in Scripture, to note, not only a wicked man in general, This word Belial is often used in Scripture, to note, not only a wicked man in general, d n1 np1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, xx av-j dt j n1 p-acp n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12325 but an eminently wicked man, even a man in whom all wickedness is (as it were) centred and setled, the very lees and dregs of all men, who may be called wicked. but an eminently wicked man, even a man in whom all wickedness is (as it were) centred and settled, the very lees and dregs of all men, who may be called wicked. cc-acp dt av-j j n1, av dt n1 p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd cc vvn, dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq vmb vbi vvn j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12345 he is like the wilde Ass described in the 39th of Job, who will not be taught to plow, he is like the wild Ass described in the 39th of Job, who will not be taught to blow, pns31 vbz av-j dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
12326 When Jezabel procured and suborned two false witnesses against Naboth, it is said, There came in two men, children of Belial, (1 Kings 21.13.) and sate before him: and the men of Belial witnessed against him, When Jezebel procured and suborned two false Witnesses against Naboth, it is said, There Come in two men, children of Belial, (1 Kings 21.13.) and sat before him: and the men of Belial witnessed against him, c-crq np1 vvn cc vvn crd j n2 p-acp np1, pn31 vbz vvn, a-acp vvd p-acp crd n2, n2 pp-f np1, (crd n2 crd.) cc vvd p-acp pno31: cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12327 even against Naboth in the presence of the people, saying, &c. These witnesses were perjured persons; even against Naboth in the presence of the people, saying, etc. These Witnesses were perjured Persons; av p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg, av np1 n2 vbdr vvn n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12328 to tell a lye is the worst of sins, what then is it to swear a lye? no word could reach the height of this wickedness more fully, to tell a lie is the worst of Sins, what then is it to swear a lie? no word could reach the height of this wickedness more Fully, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz dt js pp-f n2, r-crq av vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1? dx n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 av-dc av-j, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12329 then to call them children of Belial. When the Lord comforted the Church with the glad tydings of the Gospel, ( Nah. 1.15.) Behold the feet of those upon the mountains that preach peace; then to call them children of Belial. When the Lord comforted the Church with the glad tidings of the Gospel, (Nah. 1.15.) Behold the feet of those upon the Mountains that preach peace; cs pc-acp vvi pno32 n2 pp-f np1. c-crq dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd.) vvb dt n2 pp-f d p-acp dt n2 cst vvb n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12330 O Jerusalem keep thy solemn Feasts, perform thy Vowes; Oh Jerusalem keep thy solemn Feasts, perform thy Vows; uh np1 vvb po21 j n2, vvb po21 n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12331 He subjoyns this promise as a reason, The wicked shall no more pass thorow thee, he is utterly cut off: He subjoins this promise as a reason, The wicked shall no more pass thorough thee, he is utterly Cut off: pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j vmb dx av-dc vvi p-acp pno21, pns31 vbz av-j vvn a-acp: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12332 We put in the margin, Belial shall no more pass thorow thee; We put in the margin, Belial shall no more pass thorough thee; pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, np1 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi p-acp pno21; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12333 that is, thou shalt then be freed from those Belialists who formerly interrupted thy peace, by vexing and persecuting thee, that is, thou shalt then be freed from those Belialists who formerly interrupted thy peace, by vexing and persecuting thee, cst vbz, pns21 vm2 av vbi vvn p-acp d n2 r-crq av-j vvd po21 n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg pno21, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12334 or prophaned thy holy Assemblies by mixing themselves with thee: or Profaned thy holy Assemblies by mixing themselves with thee: cc vvn po21 j n2 p-acp vvg px32 p-acp pno21: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12335 But I give thee assurance the time is coming, when Belial shall no more trouble thee. But I give thee assurance the time is coming, when Belial shall no more trouble thee. cc-acp pns11 vvb pno21 n1 cs n1 vbz vvg, c-crq np1 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi pno21. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12336 Yea Belial is a Title so full of wickedness, that it fits the Devil himself, whom the Scripture brands with that black mark, The wicked one, or the evil one. The Apostle puts that question with much holy disdain; (2 Cor. 6.14, 15.) What communion hath light with darkness? and what concord hath Christ with Belial? that is, Christ with the Devil? They differ from the Devil only in flesh and blood, in nature they are as bad as he, who bear his name. Yea Belial is a Title so full of wickedness, that it fits the devil himself, whom the Scripture brands with that black mark, The wicked one, or the evil one. The Apostle puts that question with much holy disdain; (2 Cor. 6.14, 15.) What communion hath Light with darkness? and what concord hath christ with Belial? that is, christ with the devil? They differ from the devil only in Flesh and blood, in nature they Are as bad as he, who bear his name. uh np1 vbz dt n1 av j pp-f n1, cst pn31 vvz dt n1 px31, ro-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d j-jn n1, dt j pi, cc dt j-jn crd. dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp d j n1; (crd np1 crd, crd) q-crq n1 vhz n1 p-acp n1? cc q-crq n1 vhz np1 p-acp np1? cst vbz, np1 p-acp dt n1? pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pns32 vbr a-acp j c-acp pns31, r-crq vvb po31 n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2052 Page 622
12337 This may yet further appear, if we look into the Grammatical derivation of it, Belial, is commonly expounded a man without a yoke, This may yet further appear, if we look into the Grammatical derivation of it, Belial, is commonly expounded a man without a yoke, d vmb av jc vvb, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, np1, vbz av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 622
12338 or a man that will not be yoked; that is, a man who will not come under command, a lawless person; or a man that will not be yoked; that is, a man who will not come under command, a lawless person; cc dt n1 cst vmb xx vbi vvn; d vbz, dt n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, dt j n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 622
12339 so we translate the Apostle's word, (1 Tim. 1.9. so we translate the Apostle's word, (1 Tim. 1.9. av pns12 vvb dt ng1 n1, (crd np1 crd. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
12340 ) The Law is not made for a righteous man, but for the lawless and disobedient, ) The Law is not made for a righteous man, but for the lawless and disobedient, ) dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j cc j, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
12341 for the ungodly, and for sinners, &c. that is, for the sons of Belial, or, for such as will not endure the yoke; for the ungodly, and for Sinners, etc. that is, for the Sons of Belial, or, for such as will not endure the yoke; p-acp dt j, cc p-acp n2, av cst vbz, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc, p-acp d c-acp vmb xx vvi dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
12342 the Law is a yoke, Christ calls the Law of the Gospel his yoke, ( Matth. 11.29.) and they that will not bear the yoke of Christ, shall never have benefit by the Cross of Christ; the Law is a yoke, christ calls the Law of the Gospel his yoke, (Matthew 11.29.) and they that will not bear the yoke of christ, shall never have benefit by the Cross of christ; dt n1 vbz dt n1, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po31 n1, (np1 crd.) cc pns32 cst vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb av-x vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
12343 we must take up the yoke of Christ, if we would taste the fruit of the Cross of Christ. we must take up the yoke of christ, if we would taste the fruit of the Cross of christ. pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
12347 Wicked men have hard and stony hearts, yet such soft, tender, and delicate necks, that they cannot abide the yoke; Wicked men have hard and stony hearts, yet such soft, tender, and delicate necks, that they cannot abide the yoke; j n2 vhb j cc j n2, av d j, j, cc j n2, cst pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
12348 'tis their bondage to be tyed to obedience. it's their bondage to be tied to Obedience. pn31|vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2053 Page 623
12349 Again, The notation of the word Belial, imports a person of no use, or altogether unprofitable, a man that is good for nothing, a meer unthrift, Again, The notation of the word Belial, imports a person of no use, or altogether unprofitable, a man that is good for nothing, a mere unthrift, av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dx n1, cc av j, dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp pix, dt j n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12350 or spendthrift, a man that neither doth good to himself, nor to any others; as if he were born only to spoil and devour all that is before him, or spendthrift, a man that neither does good to himself, nor to any Others; as if he were born only to spoil and devour all that is before him, cc n1, dt n1 d av-dx vdz av-j p-acp px31, ccx p-acp d n2-jn; c-acp cs pns31 vbdr vvn av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d cst vbz p-acp pno31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12351 as if he came into the world to eat other mens labours, and not to labour that he might have to eat. as if he Come into the world to eat other men's labours, and not to labour that he might have to eat. c-acp cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn ng2 n2, cc xx pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmd vhi pc-acp vvi. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12352 Christ calleth the idle or slothful servant, an unprofitable servant, (Matth. 25.30.) and to be an unprofitable servant, is to be a son of Belial; one that hath no good in his heart, christ calls the idle or slothful servant, an unprofitable servant, (Matthew 25.30.) and to be an unprofitable servant, is to be a son of Belial; one that hath no good in his heart, np1 vvz dt j cc j n1, dt j n1, (np1 crd.) cc pc-acp vbi dt j n1, vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1; pi cst vhz dx j p-acp po31 n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12353 nor doth any good in his place, neither in his private nor publick capacity; neither in his own family, nor in the neighbourhood, and Nation where he lives. nor does any good in his place, neither in his private nor public capacity; neither in his own family, nor in the neighbourhood, and nation where he lives. ccx vdz d j p-acp po31 n1, av-dx p-acp po31 j ccx j n1; av-dx p-acp po31 d n1, ccx p-acp dt n1, cc n1 c-crq pns31 vvz. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12354 No man is born for himself, nor ought any man to live to himself. It were better not to live, then not to be doing good while we live. No man is born for himself, nor ought any man to live to himself. It were better not to live, then not to be doing good while we live. dx n1 vbz vvn p-acp px31, ccx vmd d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31. pn31 vbdr j xx pc-acp vvi, cs xx pc-acp vbi vdg j n1 pns12 vvb. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12355 He that liveth only to profit himself, liveth to little purpose; He that lives only to profit himself, lives to little purpose; pns31 cst vvz av-j pc-acp vvi px31, vvz p-acp j n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12356 to what purpose then doth he live, whose life is altogether unprofitable to himself? And indeed, he that is not in some respect or other a common good, to what purpose then does he live, whose life is altogether unprofitable to himself? And indeed, he that is not in Some respect or other a Common good, p-acp r-crq n1 av vdz pns31 vvi, rg-crq n1 vbz av j p-acp px31? cc av, pns31 cst vbz xx p-acp d n1 cc j-jn dt j j, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12357 or good to others, cannot be good, nor do any true good to himself; or good to Others, cannot be good, nor do any true good to himself; cc j p-acp n2-jn, vmbx vbi j, ccx vdb d j j p-acp px31; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12358 yet such is the wicked man represented under the notion of this Text. Seeing then there are such bad and base significancies in the bowels of this word; yet such is the wicked man represented under the notion of this Text. Seeing then there Are such bad and base significancies in the bowels of this word; av d vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1 vvg av a-acp vbr d j cc j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12359 is it sufferable by a King? Is it fit to say to a King, thou art Belial, or wicked? is it sufferable by a King? Is it fit to say to a King, thou art Belial, or wicked? vbz pn31 j p-acp dt n1? vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r np1, cc j? (28) chapter (DIV2) 2054 Page 623
12360 What can be said more unfitly? What greater reproach can be cast upon a King (who ought to be a living Law, a breathing Law, What can be said more unfitly? What greater reproach can be cast upon a King (who ought to be a living Law, a breathing Law, q-crq vmb vbi vvn av-dc av-j? q-crq jc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi dt j-vvg n1, dt j-vvg n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 623
12361 as also the Keeper of the Law by way of conservation and protection) then to call him Belial, as also the Keeper of the Law by Way of conservation and protection) then to call him Belial, c-acp av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1) av pc-acp vvi pno31 np1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 624
12362 or one that will not keep the Law at all by way of observation? There are two wayes of keeping the Law, First, By Conservation; or one that will not keep the Law At all by Way of observation? There Are two ways of keeping the Law, First, By Conservation; cc pi cst vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d p-acp n1 pp-f n1? pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f vvg dt n1, ord, p-acp n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 624
12363 so Kings preserve the Laws that they may have their free course to others, and be obeyed by others; so Kings preserve the Laws that they may have their free course to Others, and be obeyed by Others; av n2 vvb dt n2 cst pns32 vmb vhi po32 j n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 624
12364 in which sence Kings are commonly called Keepers of both Tables. Secondly, By observation; in which sense Kings Are commonly called Keepers of both Tables. Secondly, By observation; p-acp r-crq n1 n2 vbr av-j vvn n2 pp-f d n2. ord, p-acp n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 624
12365 and as in the former sense 'tis the prerogative of Kings to be Keepers of the Law, and as in the former sense it's the prerogative of Kings to be Keepers of the Law, cc c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 624
12366 so it is their piety and their goodness to be Keepers of them in the latter. so it is their piety and their Goodness to be Keepers of them in the latter. av pn31 vbz po32 n1 cc po32 n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt d. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 624
12367 'Tis possible a King may be a Keeper of the Law by Conservation, and yet not be a Keeper of it by Observation; It's possible a King may be a Keeper of the Law by Conservation, and yet not be a Keeper of it by Observation; pn31|vbz j dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av xx vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 624
12368 but then he shines most bright in the sphear of his Royal Soveraignty, when he is every way a keeper of the Law of God, but then he shines most bright in the sphere of his Royal Sovereignty, when he is every Way a keeper of the Law of God, cc-acp cs pns31 vvz ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, c-crq pns31 vbz d n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 624
12369 and (so far as they respect himself) of his own. and (so Far as they respect himself) of his own. cc (av av-j c-acp pns32 vvi px31) pp-f po31 d. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2055 Page 624
12370 Further, Is it fit to say to a King, Belial? As Belial designs an unprofitable person, a man good for nothing, a man of no use; Further, Is it fit to say to a King, Belial? As Belial designs an unprofitable person, a man good for nothing, a man of no use; jc, vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, np1? p-acp np1 n2 dt j n1, dt n1 j p-acp pix, dt n1 pp-f dx n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2056 Page 624
12371 what? Upon the Throne, and yet of no use to a Nation? How high an indignity is this to Regal dignity? Kings are set up for the greatest use, what? Upon the Throne, and yet of no use to a nation? How high an indignity is this to Regal dignity? Kings Are Set up for the greatest use, q-crq? p-acp dt n1, cc av pp-f dx n1 p-acp dt n1? q-crq j dt n1 vbz d p-acp j n1? ng1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt js n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2056 Page 624
12372 for the most important services, even for the profit and advantage of mankinde, especially of all within their Kingdoms and Dominions; for the most important services, even for the profit and advantage of mankind, especially of all within their Kingdoms and Dominions; p-acp dt av-ds j n2, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av-j pp-f d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2056 Page 624
12373 as all are to serve them in their state, so they count it their chiefest honour to advance the peace and profit of all their peaceable and profitable subjects: as all Are to serve them in their state, so they count it their chiefest honour to advance the peace and profit of all their peaceable and profitable subject's: c-acp d vbr pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, av pns32 vvb pn31 po32 js-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po32 j cc j n2-jn: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2056 Page 624
12374 Therefore nothing can be said more dishonourably to a King then this, Thou art good for nothing, Therefore nothing can be said more dishonourably to a King then this, Thou art good for nothing, av pix vmb vbi vvn av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 cs d, pns21 vb2r j p-acp pix, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2056 Page 624
12375 an unprofitable person, Belial. Is it fit to say to a King, Thou art wicked? And to Princes, ye are ungodly? an unprofitable person, Belial. Is it fit to say to a King, Thou art wicked? And to Princes, you Are ungodly? dt j n1, np1. vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j? cc p-acp n2, pn22 vbr j? (28) chapter (DIV2) 2056 Page 624
12376 The word rendred Princes, signifies munificent, bountiful, free, willing; The word rendered Princes, signifies munificent, bountiful, free, willing; dt n1 vvn n2, vvz j, j, j, j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 624
12377 so Princes are called, to shew what they are or should be, men of bountiful, noble, munificent, heroick, free spirits, open hearted, and open handed; so Princes Are called, to show what they Are or should be, men of bountiful, noble, munificent, heroic, free spirits, open hearted, and open handed; av n2 vbr vvn, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vbr cc vmd vbi, n2 pp-f j, j, j, j, j n2, j j-vvn, cc av-j vvn; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 624
12378 they who are so, are Princes in truth as well as in Title. they who Are so, Are Princes in truth as well as in Title. pns32 r-crq vbr av, vbr n2 p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 624
12379 The holy Spirit of God, or God the holy Spirit, is called a Princely Spirit, (Psal. 51.12.) we read it Free Spirit; and this free Princely Spirit of God, makes all his people of a free Princely spirit, of a large heart, both as to duty Godwards, The holy Spirit of God, or God the holy Spirit, is called a Princely Spirit, (Psalm 51.12.) we read it Free Spirit; and this free Princely Spirit of God, makes all his people of a free Princely Spirit, of a large heart, both as to duty Godwards, dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc np1 dt j n1, vbz vvn dt j n1, (np1 crd.) pns12 vvb pn31 j n1; cc d j j n1 pp-f np1, vvz d po31 n1 pp-f dt j j n1, pp-f dt j n1, d c-acp p-acp n1 np1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 624
12380 and as to charity man-wards; ( Psal. 110.3.) In the day of thy power the people shall be willing; they shall be as Princes; and as to charity manwards; (Psalm 110.3.) In the day of thy power the people shall be willing; they shall be as Princes; cc c-acp p-acp n1 n2; (np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 dt n1 vmb vbi j; pns32 vmb vbi c-acp n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 624
12381 they shall serve thee as sons, not as slaves; they shall serve thee as Sons, not as slaves; pns32 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp n2, xx p-acp n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 624
12382 a Royal Spirit is conveyed into them by the Spirit in the day of the Power of Jesus Christ, a Royal Spirit is conveyed into them by the Spirit in the day of the Power of jesus christ, dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 625
12383 or when he conquers them to the obedience of himself. or when he conquers them to the Obedience of himself. cc c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 625
12384 By this appellation, worldly Princes, the Princes of this world are expressed in sacred language, that so their very names might minde them of being such, By this appellation, worldly Princes, the Princes of this world Are expressed in sacred language, that so their very names might mind them of being such, p-acp d n1, j n2, dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvn p-acp j n1, cst av po32 j n2 vmd vvi pno32 pp-f vbg d, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 625
12385 and of doing such things as are the ornament both of their persons and places. and of doing such things as Are the ornament both of their Persons and places. cc pp-f vdg d n2 c-acp vbr dt n1 av-d pp-f po32 n2 cc n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 625
12386 These two high Titles in the Text, Kings and Princes, are somtimes taken for the same; These two high Titles in the Text, Kings and Princes, Are sometimes taken for the same; np1 crd j n2 p-acp dt n1, n2 cc n2, vbr av vvn p-acp dt d; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 625
12406 When we say It is not fit, we say less then the thing is, or then the Text intendeth; When we say It is not fit, we say less then the thing is, or then the Text intends; c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 vbz xx j, pns12 vvb av-dc cs dt n1 vbz, cc av dt n1 vvz; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12387 and in strictest sence, Princes are the next degree, or but one remove from Kings. Again, There are some called Princes, who have the supreame power within their own Territories. and in Strictest sense, Princes Are the next degree, or but one remove from Kings. Again, There Are Some called Princes, who have the supreme power within their own Territories. cc p-acp js n1, n2 vbr dt ord n1, cc p-acp crd n1 p-acp n2. av, pc-acp vbr d vvn n2, r-crq vhb dt j n1 p-acp po32 d n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2057 Page 625
12388 Others are called Princes, who have a delegated or derived power from Kings. Others Are called Princes, who have a delegated or derived power from Kings. ng2-jn vbr vvn n2, r-crq vhb dt j-vvn cc vvn n1 p-acp n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2058 Page 625
12389 The Apostle speaks of such, (1 Pet. 2.13.) charging the Church and people of God, to submit to every Ordinance of man for the Lords sake, The Apostle speaks of such, (1 Pet. 2.13.) charging the Church and people of God, to submit to every Ordinance of man for the lords sake, dt n1 vvz pp-f d, (crd np1 crd.) vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2058 Page 625
12390 whether to the King as supream; whither to the King as supreme; cs p-acp dt n1 c-acp j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2058 Page 625
12391 or unto Governours as sent by him, for the punishment of evil doers, and for the praise of them that do well. or unto Governors as sent by him, for the punishment of evil doers, and for the praise of them that do well. cc p-acp n2 c-acp vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vdb av. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2058 Page 625
12392 Elihu brings in both, for the fuller confirmation of his point, and the stronger conviction of Job, Is it fit to say to a King, thou art wicked? and to Princes (who stand about his Throne, Elihu brings in both, for the fuller confirmation of his point, and the Stronger conviction of Job, Is it fit to say to a King, thou art wicked? and to Princes (who stand about his Throne, np1 vvz p-acp d, c-acp dt jc n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt jc n1 pp-f np1, vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j? cc p-acp ng1 (r-crq vvb p-acp po31 n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2058 Page 625
12393 and serve him in his Government) ye are ungodly? Ye regard neither right nor reason, and serve him in his Government) you Are ungodly? You regard neither right nor reason, cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1) pn22 vbr j? pn22 vvb dx j-jn ccx n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2058 Page 625
12394 neither what's fit to be done, nor what to be advised? That's the sence of the words as they are an argument from the less to the greater; neither what's fit to be done, nor what to be advised? That's the sense of the words as they Are an argument from the less to the greater; av-dx r-crq|vbz j pc-acp vbi vdn, ccx r-crq pc-acp vbi vvn? d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt av-dc p-acp dt jc; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2058 Page 625
12395 If it be an uncomely and undecent thing (saith Elihu) to say to a King thou art wicked? and to Princes ye are ungodly? How much more to him that accepteth not the persons of Princes? &c. Hence Note. If it be an uncomely and undecent thing (Says Elihu) to say to a King thou art wicked? and to Princes you Are ungodly? How much more to him that Accepteth not the Persons of Princes? etc. Hence Note. cs pn31 vbb dt j cc j n1 (vvz np1) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pns21 vb2r j? cc p-acp n2 pn22 vbr j? c-crq d dc p-acp pno31 cst vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2? av av n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2058 Page 625
12396 First, Men are not all of a rank, or all are not of an equal state in this world. First, Men Are not all of a rank, or all Are not of an equal state in this world. ord, n2 vbr xx d pp-f dt n1, cc d vbr xx pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2059 Page 625
12397 This Text speaks of Kings and Princes; and the most of men are inferiour not only to Kings, but to Princes. This Text speaks of Kings and Princes; and the most of men Are inferior not only to Kings, but to Princes. d n1 vvz pp-f n2 cc n2; cc dt ds pp-f n2 vbr j-jn xx av-j p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2060 Page 625
12398 God hath not made man upon earth as minims in writing, all of a height; but as in the alphabet of Letters, some are longer and deeper then others; God hath not made man upon earth as minims in writing, all of a height; but as in the alphabet of Letters, Some Are longer and Deeper then Others; np1 vhz xx vvn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, d pp-f dt n1; cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, d vbr jc cc jc-jn cs n2-jn; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2060 Page 625
12399 so in the Alphabet of mankinde, some men are bigger and higher then others. so in the Alphabet of mankind, Some men Are bigger and higher then Others. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d n2 vbr jc cc jc cs n2-jn. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2060 Page 625
12400 Kings and Princes are but men, yet they are men in a great letter, or they are among men as the Aleph among the letters, which as it is first in order, Kings and Princes Are but men, yet they Are men in a great Letter, or they Are among men as the Aleph among the letters, which as it is First in order, ng1 cc n2 vbr cc-acp n2, av pns32 vbr n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc pns32 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp dt np1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz ord p-acp n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2060 Page 625
12401 so it signifies a Prince, a Chief, a Leader. so it signifies a Prince, a Chief, a Leader. av pn31 vvz dt n1, dt j-jn, dt n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2060 Page 625
12402 And if the most wise God had not ordered such an inequality among men, how should order have been kept among men? Nothing (considering the corruptions and lusts of men) can be more unequal then that equality which some have vainly contended for among men. And if the most wise God had not ordered such an inequality among men, how should order have been kept among men? Nothing (considering the corruptions and Lustiest of men) can be more unequal then that equality which Some have vainly contended for among men. cc cs dt av-ds j np1 vhd xx vvn d dt n1 p-acp n2, q-crq vmd n1 vhi vbn vvn p-acp n2? pix (vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2) vmb vbi av-dc j cs d n1 r-crq d vhb av-j vvn p-acp p-acp n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2060 Page 626
12403 All men would fall down into confusion, if some were not above. That which keeps all up, is, only that some are uppermost, Kings and Princes. All men would fallen down into confusion, if Some were not above. That which keeps all up, is, only that Some Are uppermost, Kings and Princes. av-d n2 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp n1, cs d vbdr xx a-acp. cst r-crq vvz d a-acp, vbz, av-j cst d vbr j, n2 cc n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2060 Page 626
12404 Secondly, (which is here principally aimed at,) Note. Secondly, (which is Here principally aimed At,) Note. ord, (r-crq vbz av av-j vvn p-acp,) vvb. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2061 Page 626
12405 It is most uncomly and sinful, to revile or give reproachful words to Kings or Princes. It is most uncomely and sinful, to revile or give reproachful words to Kings or Princes. pn31 vbz av-ds j cc j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n2 p-acp n2 cc n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2061 Page 626
12407 there is more evil in it then a bare unfitness, 'tis indeed a very great wickedness, there is more evil in it then a bore unfitness, it's indeed a very great wickedness, pc-acp vbz av-dc j-jn p-acp pn31 av dt j n1, pn31|vbz av dt j j n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12408 and ungodliness, to say to a King, thou art wicked, and to Princes, ye are ungodly. and ungodliness, to say to a King, thou art wicked, and to Princes, you Are ungodly. cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j, cc p-acp n2, pn22 vbr j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12409 To say so, is expresly against the Rule, ( Exod. 22.28.) Thou shalt not revile the gods, (or, To say so, is expressly against the Rule, (Exod 22.28.) Thou shalt not revile the God's, (or, pc-acp vvi av, vbz av-j p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n2, (cc, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12410 as we put in the margin, Judges) nor curse the Ruler of thy people: as we put in the margin, Judges) nor curse the Ruler of thy people: c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, n2) ccx n1 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12411 And the Apostle Paul quotes this Text ( Acts 23.5.) when himself had slipt in that point, And the Apostle Paul quotes this Text (Acts 23.5.) when himself had slipped in that point, cc dt n1 np1 vvz d n1 (n2 crd.) c-crq px31 vhd vvn p-acp d n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12412 as he stood before the Judgement seat, and pleaded his own integrity; as he stood before the Judgement seat, and pleaded his own integrity; c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 n1, cc vvd po31 d n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12413 for when Ananias the high Priest commanded them that stood by to smite him on the mouth; for when Ananias the high Priest commanded them that stood by to smite him on the Mouth; p-acp c-crq np1 dt j n1 vvd pno32 cst vvd p-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12414 Paul said unto him, God shall smite thee, thou whited wall: Paul said unto him, God shall smite thee, thou whited wall: np1 vvd p-acp pno31, np1 vmb vvi pno21, pns21 vvn n1: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12415 This drew a reproof upon him presently from them that stood by ( v. 4.) Revilest thou Gods high Priest? And what doth Paul answer? ( v. 5.) I wist not Brethren, that he was the high Priest; This drew a reproof upon him presently from them that stood by (v. 4.) Revilest thou God's high Priest? And what does Paul answer? (v. 5.) I wist not Brothers, that he was the high Priest; d vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp pno32 cst vvd p-acp (n1 crd) vv2 pns21 n2 j n1? cc q-crq vdz np1 n1? (n1 crd) pns11 vvd xx n2, cst pns31 vbds dt j n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12416 for it is written, Thou shalt not speak evil of the Ruler of thy people. for it is written, Thou shalt not speak evil of the Ruler of thy people. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns21 vm2 xx vvi j-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12417 There hath been much dispute about that answer, I wist not that he was the high Priest: There hath been much dispute about that answer, I wist not that he was the high Priest: a-acp vhz vbn d n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vvd xx cst pns31 vbds dt j n1: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12418 Certainly Paul saw and knew that he was the high Priest; Certainly Paul saw and knew that he was the high Priest; av-j np1 vvd cc vvd cst pns31 vbds dt j n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12419 and it is as certain, that he did not tell a lye, when he said, I wist not that he was the high Priest: and it is as certain, that he did not tell a lie, when he said, I wist not that he was the high Priest: cc pn31 vbz a-acp j, cst pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd, pns11 vvd xx cst pns31 vbds dt j n1: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12420 His meaning I conceive was only this, as if he had said, having received such unjust usage in the Court, His meaning I conceive was only this, as if he had said, having received such unjust usage in the Court, po31 n1 pns11 vvb vbds av-j d, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vhg vvn d j n1 p-acp dt n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12421 as to be openly smitten in time of hearing, I confess I was in a passion, as to be openly smitten in time of hearing, I confess I was in a passion, c-acp pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, pns11 vvb pns11 vbds p-acp dt n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12422 and did not consider, as I ought, that it was the high Priest; I spake rashly and unadvisedly. and did not Consider, as I ought, that it was the high Priest; I spoke rashly and unadvisedly. cc vdd xx vvi, c-acp pns11 vmd, cst pn31 vbds dt j n1; pns11 vvd av-j cc av-j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12423 I wist not, that is, I deliberated not with my self who it was I spake to, I wist not, that is, I deliberated not with my self who it was I spoke to, pns11 vvd xx, cst vbz, pns11 vvn xx p-acp po11 n1 r-crq pn31 vbds pns11 vvd p-acp, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12424 for I ought not to have used such language; for I ought not to have used such language; c-acp pns11 vmd xx pc-acp vhi vvn d n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12425 the Scripture also having forbidden it, which saith, Thou shalt not curse the Ruler of thy people. the Scripture also having forbidden it, which Says, Thou shalt not curse the Ruler of thy people. dt n1 av vhg vvn pn31, r-crq vvz, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12426 It will not bear us out, to use ill words to Magistrates, though (as Paul's case was) we are ill used by them. It will not bear us out, to use ill words to Magistrates, though (as Paul's case was) we Are ill used by them. pn31 vmb xx vvi pno12 av, pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 p-acp n2, cs (c-acp npg1 n1 vbds) pns12 vbr av-jn vvn p-acp pno32. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 626
12427 Shimei taking the advantage of David's affliction, rose up to this height of impudence against him, mentioned with indignation by Elihu in the Text, he openly and to his face called him Belial, (2 Sam. 16.5.7.) Come out thou bloody man, and thou man of Belial: Shimei taking the advantage of David's affliction, rose up to this height of impudence against him, mentioned with Indignation by Elihu in the Text, he openly and to his face called him Belial, (2 Sam. 16.5.7.) Come out thou bloody man, and thou man of Belial: np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvd a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j cc p-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31 np1, (crd np1 crd.) vvb av pns21 j n1, cc pns21 n1 pp-f np1: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12428 But we know what the issue was, he paid dear for it at last; But we know what the issue was, he paid dear for it At last; cc-acp pns12 vvb r-crq dt n1 vbds, pns31 vvd j-jn p-acp pn31 p-acp ord; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12429 though David forgave him at present, and did not suffer Abishai to take a sudden revenge, though David forgave him At present, and did not suffer Abishai to take a sudden revenge, cs np1 vvd pno31 p-acp j, cc vdd xx vvi np1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12430 yet upon his death-bed he delivered him over to his son Solomon, to deal with him as he should see good. yet upon his deathbed he Delivered him over to his son Solomon, to deal with him as he should see good. av p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1 np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp pns31 vmd vvi j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12431 And so great is the offensiveness and unfitness of speaking thus unto a King, that the Jewes joyned it with blasphemy against God himself. And so great is the offensiveness and unfitness of speaking thus unto a King, that the Jews joined it with blasphemy against God himself. cc av j vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg av p-acp dt n1, cst dt np2 vvd pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 px31. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12432 We read (1 Kings 21.13.) how two false Witnesses came against Naboth, saying, Naboth blaspemed God and the King; We read (1 Kings 21.13.) how two false Witnesses Come against Naboth, saying, Naboth blasphemed God and the King; pns12 vvb (vvd n2 crd.) c-crq crd j n2 vvd p-acp np1, vvg, np1 vvd np1 cc dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12433 as much as to say, we heard Naboth say of the King, Belial; And as soon as these two had brought in their evidence against him, that he had blasphemed God and the King, they drew him out, and stoned him: as much as to say, we herd Naboth say of the King, Belial; And as soon as these two had brought in their evidence against him, that he had blasphemed God and the King, they drew him out, and stoned him: p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, pns12 vvd np1 vvb pp-f dt n1, np1; cc c-acp av c-acp d crd vhd vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vhd vvn np1 cc dt n1, pns32 vvd pno31 av, cc vvn pno31: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12434 Blasphemy against God was death by the express letter of the Law, ( Lev. 24.15, 16.) It was also death by the same Law for any man to curse his Father or his Mother ( Exod. 21.17.) And because the King is (Pater Patriae) the father of his Country, it seems the cursing or blaspheming of him, was also punishable by death. Blasphemy against God was death by the express Letter of the Law, (Lev. 24.15, 16.) It was also death by the same Law for any man to curse his Father or his Mother (Exod 21.17.) And Because the King is (Pater Patriae) the father of his Country, it seems the cursing or blaspheming of him, was also punishable by death. n1 p-acp np1 vbds n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd, crd) pn31 vbds av n1 p-acp dt d n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc po31 n1 (np1 crd.) cc c-acp dt n1 vbz (fw-la fw-la) dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vvz dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f pno31, vbds av j p-acp n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12435 The Apostle Jude useth an equivalent word in the Greek ( Ep. of Jude, v. 8.) reproving a wicked Sect in those times; The Apostle U^de uses an equivalent word in the Greek (Epistle of U^de, v. 8.) reproving a wicked Sect in those times; dt n1 np1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt jp (np1 pp-f np1, n1 crd) vvg dt j n1 p-acp d n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12436 They fear not to blaspheme, or speak evil of Dignities: They Fear not to Blaspheme, or speak evil of Dignities: pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi, cc vvb j-jn pp-f n2: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12437 There is blasphemy against Princes, who are titular Gods, as well as against the only true God. There is blasphemy against Princes, who Are titular God's, as well as against the only true God. pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr j n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j j np1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12438 Kings are to be feared, to be submitted to, they are to be prayed for, therefore not to be reviled. Kings Are to be feared, to be submitted to, they Are to be prayed for, Therefore not to be reviled. ng1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, av xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12439 Is it fit to say unto a King, Belial? Is it fit to say unto a King, Belial? vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, np1? (28) chapter (DIV2) 2062 Page 627
12440 Yet this doth not stop the mouths of all men from telling Kings and Princes their faults, Yet this does not stop the mouths of all men from telling Kings and Princes their Faults, av d vdz xx vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp vvg n2 cc n2 po32 n2, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 627
12441 nor doth it justifie a silent dissembling of them; nor does it justify a silent dissembling of them; ccx vdz pn31 vvi dt j n-vvg pp-f pno32; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 627
12442 much less doth it open the mouthes of any to dawb Kings and Princes with the untempered morter of flatteries; much less does it open the mouths of any to dawb Kings and Princes with the untempered mortar of flatteries; av-d dc vdz pn31 vvi dt n2 pp-f d pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 627
12443 Kings are no more to be flattered then they are to be reproached. Kings Are no more to be flattered then they Are to be reproached. n2 vbr av-dx av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn cs pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 627
12444 Dignities must not be spoken evil of, yet they may be prudently and humbly told of their evils, Dignities must not be spoken evil of, yet they may be prudently and humbly told of their evils, n2 vmb xx vbi vvn j-jn pp-f, av pns32 vmb vbi av-j cc av-j vvn pp-f po32 n2-jn, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 627
12445 and informed of their failings plainly. and informed of their failings plainly. cc vvn pp-f po32 n2-vvg av-j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 627
12446 When Eliah met Ahab, who said, Art thou he that troubleth Israel? Eliah answered, (1 Kings 18.18.) I have not troubled Israel, When Elijah met Ahab, who said, Art thou he that Troubles Israel? Elijah answered, (1 Kings 18.18.) I have not troubled Israel, c-crq np1 vvd np1, r-crq vvd, vb2r pns21 pns31 cst vvz np1? np1 vvd, (crd n2 crd.) pns11 vhb xx vvn np1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 627
12447 but thou and thy fathers house, in that ye have forsaken the Commandments of the Lord, and thou hast followed Baal. but thou and thy Father's house, in that you have forsaken the commandments of the Lord, and thou hast followed Baal. cc-acp pns21 cc po21 ng1 n1, p-acp cst pn22 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pns21 vh2 vvn np1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 627
12448 And we read how boldly Elisha carried it to the King of Israel, (2 Kings 3.13, 14.) What have I to do with thee? Get thee to the Prophets of thy father, And we read how boldly Elisha carried it to the King of Israel, (2 Kings 3.13, 14.) What have I to do with thee? Get thee to the prophets of thy father, cc pns12 vvb c-crq av-j np1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (crd n2 crd, crd) q-crq vhb pns11 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno21? vvb pno21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12449 and to the Prophets of thy mother: And Elisha said, as the Lord of Hosts liveth before whom I stand; and to the prophets of thy mother: And Elisha said, as the Lord of Hosts lives before whom I stand; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1: cc np1 vvd, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12450 Surely, were it not that I regard the presence of Jehoshaphat the King of Judah, I would not look toward thee, nor see thee. Surely, were it not that I regard the presence of Jehoshaphat the King of Judah, I would not look towards thee, nor see thee. av-j, vbdr pn31 xx cst pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno21, ccx vvi pno21. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12451 Thus the Prophets dealt with much gracious severity towards mighty Princes. Thus the prophets dealt with much gracious severity towards mighty Princes. av dt n2 vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp j n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12452 The Prophet Isaiah feared not to say ( Isa. 1.10.) Hear the word of the Lord ye Rulers of Sodome, Give ear unto the Law of our God, ye people of Gomorrah; The Prophet Isaiah feared not to say (Isaiah 1.10.) Hear the word of the Lord you Rulers of Sodom, Give ear unto the Law of our God, you people of Gomorrah; dt n1 np1 vvd xx pc-acp vvi (np1 crd.) vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn22 n2 pp-f np1, vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pn22 n1 pp-f np1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12453 implying, that the Rulers of Jerusalem were then but such as the Rulers of Sodome once were, implying, that the Rulers of Jerusalem were then but such as the Rulers of Sodom once were, vvg, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr av p-acp d c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 a-acp vbdr, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12454 and that the people were no better then the people of Gomorrah; and that the people were no better then the people of Gomorrah; cc cst dt n1 vbdr dx jc cs dt n1 pp-f np1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12455 and it is conceived, that for this plainness and liberty of speech, which the Prophet Isaiah used toward the Princes and Rulers of Judah, he was put to death, being cut or mangled asunder with a wooden Sawe. and it is conceived, that for this plainness and liberty of speech, which the Prophet Isaiah used towards the Princes and Rulers of Judah, he was put to death, being Cut or mangled asunder with a wooden Saw. cc pn31 vbz vvn, cst p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 np1 vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, vbg vvn cc vvn av p-acp dt j vvd. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12456 One might think that Ezekiel did much forget himself, when he gave those opprobrious terms to Zedekiah King of Judah, ( Ezek. 21.25.) And thou prophane wicked Prince of Israel, whose day is come, One might think that Ezekielem did much forget himself, when he gave those opprobrious terms to Zedekiah King of Judah, (Ezekiel 21.25.) And thou profane wicked Prince of Israel, whose day is come, pi vmd vvi d np1 vdd av-d vvi px31, c-crq pns31 vvd d j n2 p-acp np1 n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) cc pns21 j j n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12457 when iniquity shall have an end; when iniquity shall have an end; c-crq n1 vmb vhi dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12458 yet he sinned not in this harsh reproof of his sin, because commanded of God to do it, yet he sinned not in this harsh reproof of his since, Because commanded of God to do it, av pns31 vvd xx p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi pn31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12459 and specially directed by the holy Spirit. The Prophets might not diminish a word, but must give out what God gave in. and specially directed by the holy Spirit. The prophets might not diminish a word, but must give out what God gave in. cc av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1. dt n2 vmd xx vvi dt n1, cc-acp vmb vvi av q-crq np1 vvd p-acp. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12460 John the Baptist reproved Herod for Herodias his brother Philips wife, and for all the evils which he had done, (Luke 3.19.) And Jesus Christ himself called Herod, Fox; (Luke 13.32.) The Prophets were often Instructed and Commissioned to prophesie against the mountains; that is, against the Princes and Powers of the world; John the Baptist reproved Herod for Herodias his brother Philips wife, and for all the evils which he had done, (Lycia 3.19.) And jesus christ himself called Herod, Fox; (Lycia 13.32.) The prophets were often Instructed and Commissioned to prophesy against the Mountains; that is, against the Princes and Powers of the world; np1 dt n1 vvd np1 p-acp np1 po31 n1 vvz n1, cc p-acp d dt n2-jn r-crq pns31 vhd vdn, (n1 crd.) cc np1 np1 px31 vvd np1, n1; (n1 crd.) dt n2 vbdr av vvn cc np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2; cst vbz, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12461 and therefore take the state of the point, and of our duty about it, in these few conclusions, that we may not run upon the rocks either way; and Therefore take the state of the point, and of our duty about it, in these few conclusions, that we may not run upon the Rocks either Way; cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp d d n2, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n2 d n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12462 neither upon the rock of blasphemy against Kings and Princes on the one side, nor upon the rock of flattery on the other. neither upon the rock of blasphemy against Kings and Princes on the one side, nor upon the rock of flattery on the other. av-dx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt crd n1, ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2063 Page 628
12463 First, The Power or State of Princes must never be reviled nor evill spoken of; kingly Power and Authority is alwayes to be reverenced and honoured; First, The Power or State of Princes must never be reviled nor evil spoken of; kingly Power and authority is always to be reverenced and honoured; ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vmb av-x vbi vvn ccx j-jn vvn pp-f; j n1 cc n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2064 Page 628
12464 though the Prince be wicked, yet his Power is to be reverenced, and that's the purest reverence. though the Prince be wicked, yet his Power is to be reverenced, and that's the Purest Reverence. cs dt n1 vbb j, av po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc d|vbz dt js n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2064 Page 628
12465 For to reverence the power of Princes, only, because, or when they are good, and do us good, For to Reverence the power of Princes, only, Because, or when they Are good, and do us good, p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, av-j, c-acp, cc c-crq pns32 vbr j, cc vdb pno12 j, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2064 Page 628
12466 and rule every way according to our mind, this is but a piece of selfishness; and Rule every Way according to our mind, this is but a piece of selfishness; cc vvi d n1 vvg p-acp po12 n1, d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2064 Page 628
12487 or of whom they speake evill, the more they are pleased both in hearing and speaking evill of them. or of whom they speak evil, the more they Are pleased both in hearing and speaking evil of them. cc pp-f ro-crq pns32 vvb j-jn, dt av-dc pns32 vbr vvn av-d p-acp vvg cc vvg j-jn pp-f pno32. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12467 but when Princes are evill and bring evills upon us, yet to bear respect to the Power and Authority which they Exercise; but when Princes Are evil and bring evils upon us, yet to bear respect to the Power and authority which they Exercise; cc-acp c-crq n2 vbr j-jn cc vvi n2-jn p-acp pno12, av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvb; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2064 Page 628
12468 this is to honour God, and to give true submission to his ordinance. Whatsoever the person is, the power must be reverentially submitted to. this is to honour God, and to give true submission to his Ordinance. Whatsoever the person is, the power must be reverentially submitted to. d vbz p-acp n1 np1, cc pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n1. r-crq dt n1 vbz, dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2064 Page 629
12469 Secondly, It is high wickednesse to speak evill of the persons of just and righteous Princes; that every man will acknowledge. Secondly, It is high wickedness to speak evil of the Persons of just and righteous Princes; that every man will acknowledge. ord, pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2; cst d n1 vmb vvi. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2065 Page 629
12470 Thirdly, Kings and Princes must not be reproved for personall or private faults publickly. To doe so is against the rule in any mans case; Thirdly, Kings and Princes must not be reproved for personal or private Faults publicly. To do so is against the Rule in any men case; ord, n2 cc n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp j cc j n2 av-j. pc-acp vdi av vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d ng1 n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2066 Page 629
12471 much more in the case of Kings and Princes. much more in the case of Kings and Princes. av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2066 Page 629
12472 Fourthly, Kings are not to be reproved for any of their faults, but by those who have a Call to it; Fourthly, Kings Are not to be reproved for any of their Faults, but by those who have a Call to it; ord, n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vhb dt n1 p-acp pn31; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2067 Page 629
12473 that was the reason of the liberty which the old Prophets used towards Kings, they were specially commanded and Commissioned by God for it, that was the reason of the liberty which the old prophets used towards Kings, they were specially commanded and Commissioned by God for it, cst vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq dt j n2 vvn p-acp n2, pns32 vbdr av-j vvn cc np1 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2067 Page 629
12474 and the peril was upon their own heads if they did it not; and the peril was upon their own Heads if they did it not; cc dt n1 vbds p-acp po32 d n2 cs pns32 vdd pn31 xx; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2067 Page 629
12475 it is not for every one to reprove Princes, but for those that are called to it. it is not for every one to reprove Princes, but for those that Are called to it. pn31 vbz xx p-acp d pi pc-acp vvi n2, cc-acp p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2067 Page 629
12476 Lastly, Even those that are called to it must doe it with much submission; Lastly, Even those that Are called to it must do it with much submission; ord, av-j d cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp d n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12477 though they must not doe it to halves and deceitfully, yet they are to doe it respectfully. though they must not do it to halves and deceitfully, yet they Are to do it respectfully. cs pns32 vmb xx vdi pn31 p-acp n2-jn cc av-j, av pns32 vbr pc-acp vdi pn31 j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12478 It is not fit to say to a King, Belial; such rough and unhewne language is not for Princes: It is not fit to say to a King, Belial; such rough and unhewn language is not for Princes: pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, np1; d j cc j n1 vbz xx p-acp n2: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12479 their faults must only be insinuated, if that may serve, as Nathan dealt with David, who though he knew what his sin was, their Faults must only be insinuated, if that may serve, as Nathan dealt with David, who though he knew what his since was, po32 n2 vmb av-j vbi vvd, cs d vmb vvi, c-acp np1 vvn p-acp np1, r-crq c-acp pns31 vvd r-crq po31 n1 vbds, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12480 yet he did not say to him, Thou murtherer, thou Adulterer, but intimated the matter by a parable, yet he did not say to him, Thou murderer, thou Adulterer, but intimated the matter by a parable, av pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno31, pns21 n1, pns21 n1, p-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12481 and made him covertly, or in a third person charge himselfe, before he charged him, and made him covertly, or in a third person charge himself, before he charged him, cc vvd pno31 av-j, cc p-acp dt ord n1 vvb px31, c-acp pns31 vvd pno31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12482 or applyed the parable personally to him, with, Thou art the man. When Miriam the Sister and Aaron the Brother of Moses spake against him, or applied the parable personally to him, with, Thou art the man. When Miriam the Sister and Aaron the Brother of Moses spoke against him, cc vvd dt n1 av-j p-acp pno31, p-acp, pns21 vb2r dt n1. c-crq np1 dt n1 cc np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12483 because of the Ethiopian woman whom he had married ( Numb: 12.1.) though they were thus neerely related, Because of the Ethiopian woman whom he had married (Numb: 12.1.) though they were thus nearly related, c-acp pp-f dt jp n1 ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn (j: crd.) cs pns32 vbdr av av-j vvn, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12484 yet speaking irreverently of Moses the Chiefe Magistrate, the Lord sayd to them ( v. 8.) Wherefore were ye not afraid to speak against my servant Moses? Yet how common is this sin? the tongues of men walke exceeding loosly in their discourses about the persons and powers of Princes; yet speaking irreverently of Moses the Chief Magistrate, the Lord said to them (v. 8.) Wherefore were you not afraid to speak against my servant Moses? Yet how Common is this since? the tongues of men walk exceeding loosely in their discourses about the Persons and Powers of Princes; av vvg av-j pp-f np1 dt j-jn n1, dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32 (n1 crd) c-crq vbdr pn22 xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1 np1? av q-crq j vbz d n1? dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb vvg av-j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12485 And we every where find most pleased to heare well of themselves, and ill of others, And we every where find most pleased to hear well of themselves, and ill of Others, cc pns12 d q-crq vvb av-ds vvn pc-acp vvi av pp-f px32, cc n-jn pp-f n2-jn, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12486 or to speake well of themselves, and ill of others, and the higher they are who are spoken of, or to speak well of themselves, and ill of Others, and the higher they Are who Are spoken of, cc pc-acp vvi av pp-f px32, cc n-jn pp-f n2-jn, cc dt jc pns32 vbr q-crq vbr vvn pp-f, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12488 How unruly are their tongues, who cannot forbeare their rulers! How unruly Are their tongues, who cannot forbear their Rulers! q-crq j vbr po32 n2, r-crq vmbx vvi po32 n2! (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12489 Thus much of Elihu's question, as it is resolved into a Negative proposition, It is not fit to say to a King, thou art ungodly. Thus much of Elihu's question, as it is resolved into a Negative proposition, It is not fit to say to a King, thou art ungodly. av d pp-f npg1 vvi, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 629
12490 We may further consider it as an argument from the greater to the lesse, to prove, That it is a most wicked thing to speake a word unduely of God. We may further Consider it as an argument from the greater to the less, to prove, That it is a most wicked thing to speak a word unduely of God. pns12 vmb av-jc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt jc p-acp dt av-dc, pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j pp-f np1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 630
12491 Is it fit to say to a King, Thou are wicked? and to Princes, ye are ungodly? Vers. 19. How much less to him that accepteth not the persons of Princes? Is it fit to say to a King, Thou Are wicked? and to Princes, you Are ungodly? Vers. 19. How much less to him that Accepteth not the Persons of Princes? vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vbr j? cc p-acp n2, pn22 vbr j? np1 crd c-crq av-d av-dc p-acp pno31 cst vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2? (28) chapter (DIV2) 2068 Page 630
12492 Who is that? The words are a cleare Periphrasis of God, he accepts not the persons of Princes. As if Elihu had said; Who is that? The words Are a clear Periphrasis of God, he accepts not the Persons of Princes. As if Elihu had said; r-crq vbz d? dt n2 vbr dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2. p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2069 Page 630
12493 the Kings and Princes of the earth, expect such great respect from their subjects, that no man should dare to censure them or speake evill of them, the Kings and Princes of the earth, expect such great respect from their subject's, that no man should Dare to censure them or speak evil of them, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb d j n1 p-acp po32 n2-jn, cst dx n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvb j-jn pp-f pno32, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2069 Page 630
12494 though they doe evill, or deale unjustly; though they do evil, or deal unjustly; cs pns32 vdb j-jn, cc vvi av-j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2069 Page 630
12495 how much more unfit is it to speake evill of God, or to charge his government with injustice, who never doth any evill, all whose wayes are not only just, but justice. how much more unfit is it to speak evil of God, or to charge his government with injustice, who never does any evil, all whose ways Are not only just, but Justice. c-crq d dc j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi j-jn pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq av vdz d n-jn, d rg-crq n2 vbr xx av-j j, cc-acp n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2069 Page 630
12496 He that accepteth not the persons of Princes, who are the greatest of men, can have neither will nor motive to deale unjustly with any man. He that Accepteth not the Persons of Princes, who Are the greatest of men, can have neither will nor motive to deal unjustly with any man. pns31 cst vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr dt js pp-f n2, vmb vhi dx n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2069 Page 630
12497 I shall not stay to shew what it is to accept persons? because that hath been shewed at the 7th verse of the 13th Chapter, as also Chapter 32.21. only I'le give it in one word; I shall not stay to show what it is to accept Persons? Because that hath been showed At the 7th verse of the 13th Chapter, as also Chapter 32.21. only I'll give it in one word; pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n2? c-acp cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1, c-acp av n1 crd. av-j pns11|vmb vvi pn31 p-acp crd n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2069 Page 630
12498 To accept persons is to have more respect to the man then to the matter; and that's a very common fault among men, and as commonly condemned by God. To accept Persons is to have more respect to the man then to the matter; and that's a very Common fault among men, and as commonly condemned by God. pc-acp vvi n2 vbz pc-acp vhi dc n1 p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n1; cc d|vbz dt j j n1 p-acp n2, cc c-acp av-j vvn p-acp np1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2069 Page 630
12499 'Tis a received axiom, He that would or doth put on the person of a Judge, must put off the person of a friend; It's a received axiom, He that would or does put on the person of a Judge, must put off the person of a friend; pn31|vbz dt j-vvn n1, pns31 cst vmd cc vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2069 Page 630
12500 that is, he must not be sway'd by any respect whatsoever of friendship, or allyance, but must judge purely as the cause deserveth. that is, he must not be swayed by any respect whatsoever of friendship, or alliance, but must judge purely as the cause deserveth. cst vbz, pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq pp-f n1, cc n1, cc-acp vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 vvz. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2069 Page 630
12501 Nor shall I stay to urge the greatness of the sin of speaking any thing uncomely of God, that also hath been spoken to in many former passages of this Chapter. Nor shall I stay to urge the greatness of the since of speaking any thing uncomely of God, that also hath been spoken to in many former passages of this Chapter. ccx vmb pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg d n1 j pp-f np1, cst av vhz vbn vvn p-acp p-acp d j n2 pp-f d n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2070 Page 630
12502 Only from these words, How much lesse to him that accepth not the person of Princes? Note First. Only from these words, How much less to him that accepth not the person of Princes? Note First. j p-acp d n2, c-crq av-d av-dc p-acp pno31 cst n1 xx dt n1 pp-f n2? n1 ord. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2070 Page 630
12503 That which ought not to be done or spoken to the greatest of men, ought much lesse to be either done or spoken to God. That which ought not to be done or spoken to the greatest of men, ought much less to be either done or spoken to God. d r-crq vmd xx pc-acp vbi vdn cc vvn p-acp dt js pp-f n2, vmd av-d av-dc pc-acp vbi av-d vdn cc vvn p-acp np1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2071 Page 630
12504 The reason is, because, first, God is infinitely more to be reverenced then any man. The reason is, Because, First, God is infinitely more to be reverenced then any man. dt n1 vbz, c-acp, ord, np1 vbz av-j dc pc-acp vbi vvn av d n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2072 Page 630
12505 Secondly, because God is infinitely more able to take vengeance, and certainly will, of any that shall doe or speake evill to him, Secondly, Because God is infinitely more able to take vengeance, and Certainly will, of any that shall do or speak evil to him, ord, c-acp np1 vbz av-j av-dc j pc-acp vvi n1, cc av-j vmb, pp-f d cst vmb vdi cc vvi j-jn p-acp pno31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2072 Page 630
12506 then the greatest among the children of men. then the greatest among the children of men. cs dt js p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2072 Page 630
12690 yet I conceive the latter is here chiefly intended, In a moment shall they die; yet I conceive the latter is Here chiefly intended, In a moment shall they die; av pns11 vvb dt d vbz av av-jn vvn, p-acp dt n1 vmb pns32 vvi; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2109 Page 640
12507 Yet how many are there who dare not offend a man, not a great man especially, either by word or deed, who are not afraid by both to offend and provoke the great God? O remember, the force of this text; Yet how many Are there who Dare not offend a man, not a great man especially, either by word or deed, who Are not afraid by both to offend and provoke the great God? O Remember, the force of this text; av c-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq vvb xx vvi dt n1, xx dt j n1 av-j, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr xx j p-acp d pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j np1? sy vvb, dt n1 pp-f d n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2072 Page 631
12508 If it be not fit to speake unduely of Princes, How much lesse of him that accepteth not the persons of Princes? Hence note, Secondly. If it be not fit to speak unduely of Princes, How much less of him that Accepteth not the Persons of Princes? Hence note, Secondly. cs pn31 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f n2, c-crq d dc pp-f pno31 cst vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2? av vvi, ord. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2072 Page 631
12509 God is no accepter of persons. God is no accepter of Persons. np1 vbz dx n1 pp-f n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2073 Page 631
12510 He hath no respect to Princes in prejudice to truth and righteousnesse, but in every nation he that feareth him and worketh righteousnesse (be he never so poore) is accepted with him, (Acts 10.35.) and in every nation he that feareth him not, He hath no respect to Princes in prejudice to truth and righteousness, but in every Nation he that fears him and works righteousness (be he never so poor) is accepted with him, (Acts 10.35.) and in every Nation he that fears him not, pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 cst vvz pno31 cc vvz n1 (vbi pns31 av-x av j) vbz vvn p-acp pno31, (n2 crd.) cc p-acp d n1 pns31 cst vvz pno31 xx, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2074 Page 631
12511 but worketh unrighteousnesse (be he never so great) is unacceptable yea abominable to him. but works unrighteousness (be he never so great) is unacceptable yea abominable to him. cc-acp vvz n1 (vbi pns31 av-x av j) vbz j uh j p-acp pno31. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2074 Page 631
12512 The Scripture often attributes this glory to God, ( Deut: 10.17. 2 Chron: 19.7. Gal: 2.6. The Scripture often attributes this glory to God, (Deuteronomy: 10.17. 2 Chronicles: 19.7. Gall: 2.6. dt n1 av n2 d n1 p-acp np1, (j: crd. crd np1: crd. n1: crd. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2074 Page 631
12513 Col: 3.25.) And as it is the glory of God, that he is no accepter of persons, Col: 3.25.) And as it is the glory of God, that he is no accepter of Persons, np1: crd.) cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vbz dx n1 pp-f n2, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2074 Page 631
12514 so it is the duty of man ( Deut: 1.17.) Judgement must proceed and conclude with respect to the rule, so it is the duty of man (Deuteronomy: 1.17.) Judgement must proceed and conclude with respect to the Rule, av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 (j: crd.) n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2074 Page 631
12515 and command of God, not with respect to the persons of men, or our relations to them. and command of God, not with respect to the Persons of men, or our relations to them. cc n1 pp-f np1, xx p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc po12 n2 p-acp pno32. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2074 Page 631
12516 Levi was highly commended for this ( Deut: 33.9.) who sayd unto his father and to his mother, I have not seene him; Levi was highly commended for this (Deuteronomy: 33.9.) who said unto his father and to his mother, I have not seen him; np1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp d (fw-fr: crd.) r-crq vvd p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vhb xx vvn pno31; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2074 Page 631
12517 neither did he acknowledge his brethren, nor knew his owne children, &c. When man accepteth not the persons of men he acteth most like God, of whom Elihu saith, He accepteth not the persons of Princes, Nor regardeth the rich more then the poore. neither did he acknowledge his brothers, nor knew his own children, etc. When man Accepteth not the Persons of men he Acts most like God, of whom Elihu Says, He Accepteth not the Persons of Princes, Nor Regardeth the rich more then the poor. d vdd pns31 vvi po31 n2, ccx vvd po31 d n2, av c-crq n1 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2 pns31 vvz ds j np1, pp-f ro-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2, ccx vvz dt j av-dc cs dt j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2074 Page 631
12518 That's a further description of God; He doth not regard, that is, acknowledge or know the one more then the other; That's a further description of God; He does not regard, that is, acknowledge or know the one more then the other; d|vbz dt jc n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vdz xx vvi, cst vbz, vvb cc vvi dt crd dc cs dt n-jn; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2075 Page 631
12519 He is (in the best things) as communicative to, and converseth as familiarly with the poore as the rich; He is (in the best things) as communicative to, and Converseth as familiarly with the poor as the rich; pns31 vbz (p-acp dt js n2) p-acp j p-acp, cc vvz a-acp av-jn p-acp dt j c-acp dt j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2075 Page 631
12520 yea, he doth not value or prize the rich man more then the poore; the poor man is worth as much as the rich man in Gods account; yea, he does not valve or prize the rich man more then the poor; the poor man is worth as much as the rich man in God's account; uh, pns31 vdz xx vvi cc vvi dt j n1 av-dc cs dt j; dt j n1 vbz j c-acp d c-acp dt j n1 p-acp ng1 n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2075 Page 631
12521 suppose the rich man worth thousands, yea ten thousands of gold and silver, and the poore man so poore that he is not worth a shilling, suppose the rich man worth thousands, yea ten thousands of gold and silver, and the poor man so poor that he is not worth a shilling, vvb dt j n1 j crd, uh crd crd pp-f n1 cc n1, cc dt j n1 av j cst pns31 vbz xx j dt n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2075 Page 631
12522 yet in the account of God the poor man is worth as much as the rich man. yet in the account of God the poor man is worth as much as the rich man. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1 vbz j c-acp d c-acp dt j n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2075 Page 631
12523 The Scripture speakes of two sorts both of rich and poor men; The Scripture speaks of two sorts both of rich and poor men; dt n1 vvz pp-f crd n2 d pp-f j cc j n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 631
12524 There are men rich in spiritualls, such Christ intimates, who are ( Luke 12.20.) rich towards God, or as he speakes of the Church of Smyrna (Rev: 2.9.) rich in grace, I know thy poverty, but thou art rich; There Are men rich in spirituals, such christ intimates, who Are (Lycia 12.20.) rich towards God, or as he speaks of the Church of Smyrna (Rev: 2.9.) rich in grace, I know thy poverty, but thou art rich; pc-acp vbr n2 j p-acp n2, d np1 vvz, r-crq vbr (av crd.) j p-acp np1, cc c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) j p-acp n1, pns11 vvb po21 n1, cc-acp pns21 vb2r j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 631
12525 That is, I know thou art poor in earthly pelfe, but rich in spiritualls. That is, I know thou art poor in earthly pelf, but rich in spirituals. cst vbz, pns11 vvb pns21 vb2r j p-acp j n1, cc-acp j p-acp n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 631
12526 The Apostle James puts the question ( Chap: 2.5.) Hath not God chosen the poore of this world rich in faith, and heires of the kingdome. The Apostle James puts the question (Chap: 2.5.) Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and Heirs of the Kingdom. dt n1 np1 vvz dt n1 (n1: crd.) vhz xx np1 vvn dt j pp-f d n1 j p-acp n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12527 Now, it is most certaine, that God regardeth the rich in spiritualls, more then the poore in spiritualls, he highly regardeth those that are poore in spirit, and pronounceth them blessed (Math: 5.3.) for theirs is the kingdome of heaven; Now, it is most certain, that God Regardeth the rich in spirituals, more then the poor in spirituals, he highly Regardeth those that Are poor in Spirit, and pronounceth them blessed (Math: 5.3.) for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven; av, pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst np1 vvz dt j p-acp n2, av-dc cs dt j p-acp n2, pns31 av-j vvz d d vbr j p-acp n1, cc vvz pno32 vvn (np1: crd.) p-acp png32 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12528 But he regardeth not those who are poore in spiritualls; But he Regardeth not those who Are poor in spirituals; p-acp pns31 vvz xx d r-crq vbr j p-acp n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12529 not them especially who boast of their spirituall riches when they have none (they that have them are thankfull for them, they do not boast of them) as the Church of Laodicea did, of whom Christ sayd ( Rev: 3.16, 17.) I will spew thee out of my mouth, not them especially who boast of their spiritual riches when they have none (they that have them Are thankful for them, they do not boast of them) as the Church of Laodicea did, of whom christ said (Rev: 3.16, 17.) I will spew thee out of my Mouth, xx pno32 av-j r-crq n1 pp-f po32 j n2 c-crq pns32 vhb pix (pns32 cst vhb pno32 vbr j p-acp pno32, pns32 vdb xx vvi pp-f pno32) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd, pp-f ro-crq np1 vvd (np1: crd, crd) pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av pp-f po11 n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12530 because thou sayest I am rich & encreased in goods, and knowest not that thou art poore. Because thou Sayest I am rich & increased in goods, and Knowest not that thou art poor. c-acp pns21 vv2 pns11 vbm j cc vvn p-acp n2-j, cc vv2 xx cst pns21 vb2r j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12531 Thus you see, there are a sort of rich men, whom Christ regardeth more then the poore of that sort. Thus you see, there Are a sort of rich men, whom christ Regardeth more then the poor of that sort. av pn22 vvb, pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f j n2, ro-crq np1 vvz av-dc cs dt j pp-f d n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12532 But as poore and rich are distinguished meerely by aboundance and want, by the smallness and greatness of their portion in the things of this world, But as poor and rich Are distinguished merely by abundance and want, by the smallness and greatness of their portion in the things of this world, cc-acp c-acp j cc j vbr vvn av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12533 as Dives and Lazarus in the parable were, so he regardeth not the rich more then the poore. as Dives and Lazarus in the parable were, so he Regardeth not the rich more then the poor. c-acp vvz cc np1 p-acp dt n1 vbdr, av pns31 vvz xx dt j av-dc cs dt j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12534 When a poor man is gracious as wel as poore, God regardeth him more then any rich man who hath no grace; When a poor man is gracious as well as poor, God Regardeth him more then any rich man who hath no grace; c-crq dt j n1 vbz j c-acp av c-acp j, np1 vvz pno31 av-dc cs d j n1 r-crq vhz dx n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12535 And when either both have grace alike, or both are alike without grace, he regardeth them both alike. And when either both have grace alike, or both Are alike without grace, he Regardeth them both alike. cc c-crq av-d d vhb n1 av, cc d vbr av-j p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pno32 d av. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12536 When rich and poore have grace, they are both greatly regarded, and when neither of them have grace, When rich and poor have grace, they Are both greatly regarded, and when neither of them have grace, c-crq j cc j vhb n1, pns32 vbr av-d av-j vvn, cc c-crq d pp-f pno32 vhb n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12537 neither of them are at all regarded by the God of all grace. neither of them Are At all regarded by the God of all grace. av-dx pp-f pno32 vbr p-acp d vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12538 Thus 'tis plaine, God regardeth the rich no more then the poore, nor the poore any whit lesse then the rich. Thus it's plain, God Regardeth the rich no more then the poor, nor the poor any whit less then the rich. av pn31|vbz j, np1 vvz dt j av-dx dc cs dt j, ccx dt j d n1 av-dc cs dt j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2076 Page 632
12539 The word rendred rich, signifieth also bountifull (Isa: 32.5.) 'Tis also rendred, The helpfull, the saving man; The word rendered rich, signifies also bountiful (Isaiah: 32.5.) It's also rendered, The helpful, the Saving man; dt n1 vvn j, vvz av j (np1: crd.) pn31|vbz av vvn, dt j, dt j-vvg n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 632
12540 for though rich men are not alwayes helpfull with their riches, nor ready to save others in distresse; for though rich men Are not always helpful with their riches, nor ready to save Others in distress; c-acp cs j n2 vbr xx av j p-acp po32 n2, ccx j pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 632
12541 yet rich men may doe both: yet rich men may do both: av j n2 vmb vdi d: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 632
12542 they have alwayes in their hand power and usually opportunity to be helpfull to the poore, and to save the distressed. they have always in their hand power and usually opportunity to be helpful to the poor, and to save the distressed. pns32 vhb av p-acp po32 n1 n1 cc av-j n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j, cc pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 632
12543 And surely, as the Lord regardeth not the rich more then the poore; And surely, as the Lord Regardeth not the rich more then the poor; cc av-j, p-acp dt n1 vvz xx dt j av-dc cs dt j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 632
12544 so he regardeth those rich men least of all, who have no regard to helpe and save the poore. so he Regardeth those rich men least of all, who have no regard to help and save the poor. av pns31 vvz d j n2 av-ds pp-f d, r-crq vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 632
12565 There is as much of the power and wisdome of God seene in making some men poore and others rich, There is as much of the power and Wisdom of God seen in making Some men poor and Others rich, pc-acp vbz p-acp d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp vvg d n2 j cc n2-jn j, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12566 as there is in making them men; as there is in making them men; c-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp vvg pno32 n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12756 and stagger like a drunken man. and stagger like a drunken man. cc vvi av-j dt j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 643
12545 Once more, Some derive the word which we translate rich, from a roote which signifieth to clamour, or to speake out and boldly, which complyes wel with that sentence of Solomon (Pro: 18.23.) The poore useth entreaties (that is, he speaketh humbly or by way of supplication) but the rich answereth roughly. Once more, some derive the word which we translate rich, from a root which signifies to clamour, or to speak out and boldly, which complies well with that sentence of Solomon (Pro: 18.23.) The poor uses entreaties (that is, he speaks humbly or by Way of supplication) but the rich Answers roughly. a-acp av-dc, d vvb dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb j, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi av cc av-j, r-crq vvz av p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) dt j vvz n2 (cst vbz, pns31 vvz av-j cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1) p-acp dt j vvz av-j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 632
12546 And as God regardeth not the rich more then the poore, so he regardeth those rich men least, who speake loudly and roughly to the poore. And as God Regardeth not the rich more then the poor, so he Regardeth those rich men least, who speak loudly and roughly to the poor. cc p-acp np1 vvz xx dt j av-dc cs dt j, av pns31 vvz d j n2 av-ds, r-crq vvb av-j cc av-j p-acp dt j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 632
12547 Having thus opened the assertion of Elihu, that God regardeth not the rich more then the poore; Having thus opened the assertion of Elihu, that God Regardeth not the rich more then the poor; np1 av vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cst np1 vvz xx dt j av-dc cs dt j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 633
12548 let us consider, The reason of it in the next words. For they are all the work of his hands. let us Consider, The reason of it in the next words. For they Are all the work of his hands. vvb pno12 vvi, dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt ord n2. p-acp pns32 vbr d dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2077 Page 633
12549 As if he had sayd, God cannot but deal impartially with all, because all are the work of his hands: As if he had said, God cannot but deal impartially with all, Because all Are the work of his hands: c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, np1 vmbx cc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d, c-acp d vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n2: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2078 Page 633
12550 what reason hath he to respect one more then another, seeing the one is no more to him then t'other, they are all the work of his hands. what reason hath he to respect one more then Another, seeing the one is no more to him then tother, they Are all the work of his hands. r-crq n1 vhz pns31 pc-acp vvi crd dc cs j-jn, vvg dt pi vbz av-dx dc p-acp pno31 av j-jn, pns32 vbr d dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2078 Page 633
12551 Man as man is the off-spring of God (Acts 17.28.) He is also the work of his hands; Man as man is the offspring of God (Acts 17.28.) He is also the work of his hands; n1 p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 (n2 crd.) pns31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2078 Page 633
12552 that is, man is made by his power; As man descendeth from man, so he is called the fruit of the womb; that is, man is made by his power; As man Descendeth from man, so he is called the fruit of the womb; cst vbz, n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1; c-acp n1 vvz p-acp n1, av pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2078 Page 633
12553 but as man is the off-spring of God, so he is called the worke of his hands, but as man is the offspring of God, so he is called the work of his hands, cc-acp c-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2078 Page 633
12554 and his hands have wrought the poor man as well as the rich; They are all the work of his hands in a two-fold respect. First, In their naturall constitution; and his hands have wrought the poor man as well as the rich; They Are all the work of his hands in a twofold respect. First, In their natural constitution; cc po31 n2 vhb vvn dt j n1 c-acp av c-acp dt j; pns32 vbr d dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 n1. ord, p-acp po32 j n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2078 Page 633
12555 God hath moulded them in the same fashion, he hath given each of them a body and a soul; God hath moulded them in the same fashion, he hath given each of them a body and a soul; np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp dt d n1, pns31 vhz vvn d pp-f pno32 dt n1 cc dt n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2079 Page 633
12556 A body framed of the same parts, a soule consisting of the same powers. A body framed of the same parts, a soul consisting of the same Powers. dt n1 vvn pp-f dt d n2, dt n1 vvg pp-f dt d n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2079 Page 633
12557 God hath bestowed as much care and cost upon the making of a poore mans body and soule, as upon the rich mans. God hath bestowed as much care and cost upon the making of a poor men body and soul, as upon the rich men. np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j ng1 n1 cc n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2079 Page 633
12558 The richest man in the world, cannot boast that he hath any one member in his body or faculty in his soule, more then a poore man hath. The Richest man in the world, cannot boast that he hath any one member in his body or faculty in his soul, more then a poor man hath. dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, vmbx vvi cst pns31 vhz d crd n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, av-dc cs dt j n1 vhz. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2079 Page 633
12559 Secondly, Look upon the rich and poore in their Civil state, and so likewise they are the work of his hands: Secondly, Look upon the rich and poor in their Civil state, and so likewise they Are the work of his hands: ord, vvb p-acp dt j cc j p-acp po32 j n1, cc av av pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n2: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12560 and that I conceive, is here intended as much as, if not more, then the former; and that I conceive, is Here intended as much as, if not more, then the former; cc cst pns11 vvb, vbz av vvn p-acp d c-acp, cs xx av-dc, cs dt j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12561 not only is God the maker of the poor and of the rich in their naturall state, soule and body; not only is God the maker of the poor and of the rich in their natural state, soul and body; xx j vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j cc pp-f dt j p-acp po32 j n1, n1 cc n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12562 but as poo•, and rich, he is the maker of them; but as poo•, and rich, he is the maker of them; cc-acp c-acp n1, cc j, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12563 that is, he maketh one man poore, and another man rich, as himselfe pleaseth. ( Prov: 22.2.) The rich and the poor meet together, the Lord is the maker of them all. that is, he makes one man poor, and Another man rich, as himself Pleases. (Curae: 22.2.) The rich and the poor meet together, the Lord is the maker of them all. d vbz, pns31 vvz crd n1 j, cc j-jn n1 j, c-acp px31 vvz. (np1: crd.) dt j cc dt j vvi av, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 d. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12564 He hath made them men, and he hath made them rich or poore men. He hath made them men, and he hath made them rich or poor men. pns31 vhz vvn pno32 n2, cc pns31 vhz vvn pno32 j cc j n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12567 yea God thinks himselfe as much honoured in our acknowledgements that the poore with their poverty, yea God thinks himself as much honoured in our acknowledgements that the poor with their poverty, uh np1 vvz px31 p-acp d j-vvn p-acp po12 n2 cst dt j p-acp po32 n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12568 as that the rich with all their riches, are the work of his hands. Hence Note. as that the rich with all their riches, Are the work of his hands. Hence Note. c-acp cst dt j p-acp d po32 n2, vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. av n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2080 Page 633
12569 First, Poor men are as much the work of God as the rich. First, Poor men Are as much the work of God as the rich. ord, j n2 vbr p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2081 Page 633
12570 As they have the same nature, and are of the same matter, as they are both made of the same stuff, As they have the same nature, and Are of the same matter, as they Are both made of the same stuff, c-acp pns32 vhb dt d n1, cc vbr pp-f dt d n1, c-acp pns32 vbr av-d vvn pp-f dt d n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2082 Page 634
12571 or are both of a piece, so they have the same maker; and their maker hath been at as much charge in the making of the one, or Are both of a piece, so they have the same maker; and their maker hath been At as much charge in the making of the one, cc vbr d pp-f dt n1, av pns32 vhb dt d n1; cc po32 n1 vhz vbn p-acp c-acp d n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt crd, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2082 Page 634
12572 as in the making of the other; as in the making of the other; c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2082 Page 634
12573 yea, and usually, the poore man yeilds him a better rent, and brings more into his Treasury then the rich man doth. Secondly Note. yea, and usually, the poor man yields him a better rend, and brings more into his Treasury then the rich man does. Secondly Note. uh, cc av-j, dt j n1 vvz pno31 dt jc n1, cc vvz av-dc p-acp po31 n1 av dt j n1 vdz. ord n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2082 Page 634
12574 It is the Lord who makes men poor, and makes men rich. Agur prayed ( Prov. 30.8.) Give me neither poverty nor riches. It is the Lord who makes men poor, and makes men rich. Agur prayed (Curae 30.8.) Give me neither poverty nor riches. pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz n2 j, cc vvz n2 j. vvb vvd (np1 crd.) vvb pno11 dx n1 ccx n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2083 Page 634
12575 Agur knew poverty was a gift of God as well as riches. Agur knew poverty was a gift of God as well as riches. np1 vvd n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av c-acp n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12576 It hath been said (though prophanely) Every man is the fashioner of his own fortune, It hath been said (though profanely) Every man is the fashioner of his own fortune, pn31 vhz vbn vvn (c-acp av-j) d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12577 or the contriver of his own condition. or the contriver of his own condition. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12578 Some who acknowledge God hath made them men, think they have made themselves rich, or great men; some who acknowledge God hath made them men, think they have made themselves rich, or great men; d r-crq vvb np1 vhz vvn pno32 n2, vvb pns32 vhb vvn px32 j, cc j n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12579 and we commonly look on those who fail in their worldly Estates, that they have made themselves poor and low in the world. and we commonly look on those who fail in their worldly Estates, that they have made themselves poor and low in the world. cc pns12 av-j vvb p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp po32 j n2, cst pns32 vhb vvn px32 j cc j p-acp dt n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12580 I grant, there is a sense wherein men make themselves rich, and make themselves poor; that is, when they do either by their sins. I grant, there is a sense wherein men make themselves rich, and make themselves poor; that is, when they do either by their Sins. pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq n2 vvb px32 j, cc vvi px32 j; d vbz, c-crq pns32 vdb d p-acp po32 n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12581 God is not so engaged in the making of a man rich, when he enricheth himself by his sin, by deceiving or oppressing his brethren, God is not so engaged in the making of a man rich, when he enricheth himself by his since, by deceiving or oppressing his brothers, np1 vbz xx av vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 j, c-crq pns31 vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg po31 n2, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12582 as when he groweth rich in a way of righteousness: as when he grows rich in a Way of righteousness: c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12583 He that is enriched by oppression, or deceit, or sets his nest on high by flattery, He that is enriched by oppression, or deceit, or sets his nest on high by flattery, pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp j p-acp n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12584 or by fraud, cannot thank God for his riches, or honours; or by fraud, cannot thank God for his riches, or honours; cc p-acp n1, vmbx vvi np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc n2; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12585 and if he doth, he blasphemously makes God a partner in those sins by which he hath got his riches and honours. and if he does, he blasphemously makes God a partner in those Sins by which he hath god his riches and honours. cc cs pns31 vdz, pns31 av-j vvz np1 dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn po31 n2 cc n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12586 For though it be a truth that there is a hand of God in his gettings, (for all the craft, For though it be a truth that there is a hand of God in his gettings, (for all the craft, p-acp cs pn31 vbb dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2-vvg, (c-acp d dt n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12587 and policy, and oppression which men use, will never be able to make them either rich or great, and policy, and oppression which men use, will never be able to make them either rich or great, cc n1, cc n1 r-crq n2 vvb, vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 d j cc j, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12588 if God did not permit and order it so) yet the heart of God is not with him in it, if God did not permit and order it so) yet the heart of God is not with him in it, cs np1 vdd xx vvi cc vvi pn31 av) av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp pno31 p-acp pn31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12589 and God will not own his own hand in giving them wealth or power, further then as they are a testimony against them, of his goodness, and their ingratitude. and God will not own his own hand in giving them wealth or power, further then as they Are a testimony against them, of his Goodness, and their ingratitude. cc np1 vmb xx vvi po31 d n1 p-acp vvg pno32 n1 cc n1, av-jc cs c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp pno32, pp-f po31 n1, cc po32 n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12590 We may also say of some poor men, they have made themselves poor, not God; We may also say of Some poor men, they have made themselves poor, not God; pns12 vmb av vvi pp-f d j n2, pns32 vhb vvn px32 j, xx np1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12591 He made Job poor, The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away, was his humble acknowledgement ( chap. 1.21.) but there are some, of whom we cannot so much say God hath made them poor by his sad providences to them, He made Job poor, The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away, was his humble acknowledgement (chap. 1.21.) but there Are Some, of whom we cannot so much say God hath made them poor by his sad providences to them, pns31 vvd np1 j, dt n1 vvd, cc dt n1 vhz vvn av, vbds po31 j n1 (n1 crd.) cc-acp pc-acp vbr d, pp-f ro-crq pns12 vmbx av av-d vvi np1 vhz vvn pno32 j p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp pno32, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12592 as that they have made themselves poor by their idleness and improvidence, or by their prodigality and vain profuseness; as that they have made themselves poor by their idleness and improvidence, or by their prodigality and vain profuseness; c-acp cst pns32 vhb vvn px32 j p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, cc p-acp po32 n1 cc j n1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 634
12593 yet even of such poor men we may truly say, there be a righteous hand of God upon them in leaving or giving them up to the lusts of their own heart, their laziness, yet even of such poor men we may truly say, there be a righteous hand of God upon them in leaving or giving them up to the Lustiest of their own heart, their laziness, av av pp-f d j n2 pns12 vmb av-j vvi, pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 p-acp vvg cc vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n1, po32 n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12594 or lavishness, which produce their utter undoing, and bring them to a morsel of bread. or lavishness, which produce their utter undoing, and bring them to a morsel of bred. cc n1, r-crq vvb po32 j n-vvg, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12595 So that let men be in what condition they will, the Lord is the former of it. So that let men be in what condition they will, the Lord is the former of it. av cst vvb n2 vbb p-acp q-crq n1 pns32 vmb, dt n1 vbz dt j pp-f pn31. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12596 The diligent hand maketh rich, but it is with the blessing of God; The diligent hand makes rich, but it is with the blessing of God; dt j n1 vvz j, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12597 and when an indiligent man becomes poor, it is the curse of God upon him for his sin, and when an indiligent man becomes poor, it is the curse of God upon him for his since, cc c-crq dt j n1 vvz j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12598 as well as the consequent of his sin. as well as the consequent of his since. c-acp av c-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12599 Yea, when an honest diligent man becomes poor, (that's the case of some) it is the Lords with-holding of his blessing, which makes all his labours fruitless and successless; Yea, when an honest diligent man becomes poor, (that's the case of Some) it is the lords withholding of his blessing, which makes all his labours fruitless and successless; uh, c-crq dt j j n1 vvz j, (d|vbz dt n1 pp-f d) pn31 vbz dt n2 j pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vvz d po31 n2 j cc j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12600 such a man is indeed one of God's poor, or a poor man of God's making; such a man is indeed one of God's poor, or a poor man of God's making; d dt n1 vbz av crd pp-f npg1 j, cc dt j n1 pp-f npg1 vvg; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12601 and God will surely make the poverty of such a man (if he continue in a believing dependence upon him, and God will surely make the poverty of such a man (if he continue in a believing dependence upon him, cc np1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 (cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt vvg n1 p-acp pno31, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12602 and in an humble submission to him, if he know how to want as well as to abound, and in an humble submission to him, if he know how to want as well as to abound, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12603 how to be hungry as well as to be full, and in every estate hath learned therewith to be content, how to be hungry as well as to be full, and in every estate hath learned therewith to be content, c-crq pc-acp vbi j c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vbi j, cc p-acp d n1 vhz vvn av pc-acp vbi j, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12604 as the holy Apostle had, then (I say) God will surely make the poverty of such a man better to him then riches, as the holy Apostle had, then (I say) God will surely make the poverty of such a man better to him then riches, c-acp dt j n1 vhd, av (pns11 vvb) np1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 av-jc p-acp pno31 av n2, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12605 or the largest portion of this worlds enjoyment. The poor of God's special making, are under his special keeping and blessing: or the Largest portion of this world's enjoyment. The poor of God's special making, Are under his special keeping and blessing: cc dt js n1 pp-f d ng1 n1. dt j pp-f npg1 j n-vvg, vbr p-acp po31 j n-vvg cc n1: (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12606 As they have but little, so they want nothing; God himself will always be not only enough, but all to them. As they have but little, so they want nothing; God himself will always be not only enough, but all to them. c-acp pns32 vhb p-acp j, av pns32 vvb pix; np1 px31 vmb av vbb xx j av-d, cc-acp d p-acp pno32. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2084 Page 635
12607 Take two further inferences from the whole verse. Take two further inferences from the Whole verse. vvb crd jc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2085 Page 635
12608 First, Princes, great and rich men must not expect to fare better with God because of their greatness or riches. For, First, Princes, great and rich men must not expect to fare better with God Because of their greatness or riches. For, ord, n2, j cc j n2 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp np1 c-acp pp-f po32 n1 cc n2. p-acp, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2086 Page 635
12609 He doth not regard the rich more then the poor. He does not regard the rich more then the poor. pns31 vdz xx vvi dt j av-dc cs dt j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2087 Page 635
12610 Secondly, The meanest man needs not fear that he shall fare the worse before God for his meanness. Secondly, The Meanest man needs not Fear that he shall fare the Worse before God for his meanness. ord, dt js n1 vvz xx vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi dt av-jc p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2088 Page 635
12611 The most high God will not overlook those in a low estate, he regardeth the poor as well as the rich; The most high God will not overlook those in a low estate, he Regardeth the poor as well as the rich; dt av-ds j np1 vmb xx vvi d p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz dt j c-acp av c-acp dt j; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2089 Page 635
12612 and that's matter of great comfort to the poor, when disregarded by the rich. and that's matter of great Comfort to the poor, when disregarded by the rich. cc d|vbz n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j, c-crq j p-acp dt j. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2089 Page 635
12613 Though the Lord doth not make all men of an equal respect in the world, 'tis his will that some men should be more regarded by men then others are, Though the Lord does not make all men of an equal respect in the world, it's his will that Some men should be more regarded by men then Others Are, cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi d n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz po31 n1 cst d n2 vmd vbi av-dc vvn p-acp n2 cs n2-jn vbr, (28) chapter (DIV2) 2089 Page 635
12614 yet himself (in the sence opened) beareth an equal respect to them all; yet himself (in the sense opened) bears an equal respect to them all; av n1 (p-acp dt n1 vvd) vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32 d; (28) chapter (DIV2) 2089 Page 635
12615 He regardeth not the rich more then the poor, for they are all the work of his hands. He Regardeth not the rich more then the poor, for they Are all the work of his hands. pns31 vvz xx dt j av-dc cs dt j, c-acp pns32 vbr d dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (28) chapter (DIV2) 2089 Page 635
12616 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 20, 21, 22. In a moment shall they die, and the people shall be troubled at midnight, and pass away: JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 20, 21, 22. In a moment shall they die, and the people shall be troubled At midnight, and pass away: np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd p-acp dt n1 vmb pns32 vvi, cc dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vvi av: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2089 Page 636
12617 and the mighty shall be taken away without hands. For his eyes are upon the wayes of man, and he seeth all his doings. and the mighty shall be taken away without hands. For his eyes Are upon the ways of man, and he sees all his doings. cc dt j vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n2. p-acp po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vvz d po31 n2-vdg. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2090 Page 636
12618 There is no darkness nor shadow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. There is no darkness nor shadow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi px32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2092 Page 636
12619 IN these three verses Elihu doth two things principally; First, He sets forth the judgements of God; IN these three Verses Elihu does two things principally; First, He sets forth the Judgments of God; p-acp d crd n2 np1 vdz crd n2 av-j; ord, pns31 vvz av dt n2 pp-f np1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2093 Page 636
12620 Secondly, He gives an account of the equity of them. He sets forth the judgements of God, Secondly, He gives an account of the equity of them. He sets forth the Judgments of God, ord, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32. pns31 vvz av dt n2 pp-f np1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2093 Page 636
12621 First, More generally, Upon People and Nations. Secondly, Upon Princes and Governours; All this in the 20th verse. First, More generally, Upon People and nations. Secondly, Upon Princes and Governors; All this in the 20th verse. ord, av-dc av-j, p-acp n1 cc n2. ord, p-acp n2 cc n2; d d p-acp dt ord n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2094 Page 636
12622 And in this judgement of God upon Nations, we may take notice, First, Of the nature of it, and how it is described: And in this judgement of God upon nations, we may take notice, First, Of the nature of it, and how it is described: cc p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, pns12 vmb vvi n1, ord, pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2095 Page 636
12623 and that is laid down three wayes. and that is laid down three ways. cc cst vbz vvn a-acp crd n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2096 Page 636
12624 First, They shall die. Secondly, They shall be troubled. Thirdly, They shall pass away. Under these Notions the judgement of God upon People and Nations is exprest. First, They shall die. Secondly, They shall be troubled. Thirdly, They shall pass away. Under these Notions the judgement of God upon People and nations is expressed. ord, pns32 vmb vvi. ord, pns32 vmb vbi vvn. ord, pns32 vmb vvi av. p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc n2 vbz vvn. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2096 Page 636
12625 Secondly, We may here consider the suddenness of all this, In a moment they shall die. Secondly, We may Here Consider the suddenness of all this, In a moment they shall die. ord, pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f d d, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2097 Page 636
12626 Thirdly, We may consider the season, (or rather as to man, the unseasonableness) of it, it shall be (though in a dreaming time) when they little dream of it; Thirdly, We may Consider the season, (or rather as to man, the unseasonableness) of it, it shall be (though in a dreaming time) when they little dream of it; ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, (cc av-c c-acp p-acp n1, dt n1) pp-f pn31, pn31 vmb vbi (cs p-acp dt j-vvg n1) c-crq pns32 av-j vvb pp-f pn31; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2098 Page 636
12627 The people shall be troubled at midnight. The people shall be troubled At midnight. dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2098 Page 636
12628 Thus we have the judgement or sad dispensation of God described in this 20th verse, both as to the acts of it, Thus we have the judgement or sad Dispensation of God described in this 20th verse, both as to the acts of it, av pns12 vhb dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp d ord n1, d c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2098 Page 636
12629 and likewise as to the manner of it upon the people. and likewise as to the manner of it upon the people. cc av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2098 Page 636
12630 Elihu having shewed the judgement of God upon the people in the former part of this 20th verse, declares also his judgement upon the Princes in the latter end of it; Elihu having showed the judgement of God upon the people in the former part of this 20th verse, declares also his judgement upon the Princes in the latter end of it; np1 vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d ord n1, vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f pn31; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2099 Page 636
12631 The mighty shall be taken away without hand. The mighty shall be taken away without hand. dt j vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2099 Page 636
12632 Where we see, First, How Princes are expressed or called, They are the mighty. Secondly, What kinde of judgement befalleth them, They are taken away. Thirdly, The manner how this is brought about, They are taken away without hand. Where we see, First, How Princes Are expressed or called, They Are the mighty. Secondly, What kind of judgement befalls them, They Are taken away. Thirdly, The manner how this is brought about, They Are taken away without hand. c-crq pns12 vvb, ord, c-crq n2 vbr vvn cc vvn, pns32 vbr dt j. ord, q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno32, pns32 vbr vvn av. ord, dt n1 c-crq d vbz vvn a-acp, pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2099 Page 636
12633 From the matter of the judgement of God both upon people and Princes, Elihu proceeds to give the reason why the Lord deals thus with both; From the matter of the judgement of God both upon people and Princes, Elihu proceeds to give the reason why the Lord deals thus with both; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n2, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp d; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2100 Page 637
12634 This he doth in the two verses following. First, Because of their sin; They are workers of iniquity; This he does in the two Verses following. First, Because of their since; They Are workers of iniquity; d pns31 vdz p-acp dt crd n2 vvg. ord, c-acp pp-f po32 n1; pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2100 Page 637
12635 in the close of the 22th verse. in the close of the 22th verse. p-acp dt j pp-f dt ord n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2101 Page 637
12636 Secondly, Because, as they are workers of iniquity, so God is fully acquainted with all their iniquity, &c. He seeth all their works, and the iniquity of their works, nothing can cover it or them from his fight; Secondly, Because, as they Are workers of iniquity, so God is Fully acquainted with all their iniquity, etc. He sees all their works, and the iniquity of their works, nothing can cover it or them from his fight; ord, c-acp, c-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1, av np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d po32 n1, av pns31 vvz d po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pix vmb vvi pn31 cc pno32 p-acp po31 n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2102 Page 637
12637 and therefore, as Elihu asserts the omniscience of God positively in the 21th verse, so negatively in the 22th verse, There is no darkness, nor shadow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. and Therefore, as Elihu asserts the omniscience of God positively in the 21th verse, so negatively in the 22th verse, There is no darkness, nor shadow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. cc av, c-acp np1 n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j p-acp dt ord n1, av av-j p-acp dt ord n1, a-acp vbz dx n1, ccx n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi px32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2102 Page 637
12638 Now seeing the works of those Nations and Princes were naught, and the naughtiness of them was evident to God, Now seeing the works of those nations and Princes were nought, and the naughtiness of them was evident to God, av vvg dt n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 vbdr pix, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbds j p-acp np1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2102 Page 637
12639 how could he but punish them? And how just and righteous is he in punishing of them? By all this Elihu clears his general Assertion, how could he but Punish them? And how just and righteous is he in punishing of them? By all this Elihu clears his general Assertion, q-crq vmd pns31 p-acp vvi pno32? cc c-crq j cc j vbz pns31 p-acp n-vvg pp-f pno32? p-acp d d np1 vvz po31 j n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2102 Page 637
12640 or the point he drives at all this chapter over, namely, to prove that God is righteous; or the point he drives At all this chapter over, namely, to prove that God is righteous; cc dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp d d n1 a-acp, av, pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2102 Page 637
12641 against which position, he tells us before, Job having spoken dangerously, he was engaged to maintain it vigorously; against which position, he tells us before, Job having spoken dangerously, he was engaged to maintain it vigorously; p-acp r-crq n1, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp, np1 vhg vvn av-j, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2102 Page 637
12642 which he doth here, especially in that eminent branch of it, mentioned at the 19th verse, That he accepteth not the persons of Princes, which he does Here, especially in that eminent branch of it, mentioned At the 19th verse, That he Accepteth not the Persons of Princes, r-crq pns31 vdz av, av-j p-acp cst j n1 pp-f pn31, vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cst pns31 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2102 Page 637
12643 nor regardeth the rich more then the poor. For, Princes as well as common people fall under his hand. nor Regardeth the rich more then the poor. For, Princes as well as Common people fallen under his hand. ccx vvz dt j av-dc cs dt j. p-acp, n2 c-acp av c-acp j n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2102 Page 637
12644 So much for the parts and resolution of these three verses, as also for the general scope of them. So much for the parts and resolution of these three Verses, as also for the general scope of them. av av-d c-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d crd n2, c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2102 Page 637
12645 Yet before I go on to the particular explication of them, I would only minde the Reader of another Translation of the whole 20th verse, which varieth somwhat from ours, rendring it as a description of the judgement of God upon Princes, by the violence of the people; Yet before I go on to the particular explication of them, I would only mind the Reader of Another translation of the Whole 20th verse, which varieth somewhat from ours, rendering it as a description of the judgement of God upon Princes, by the violence of the people; av c-acp pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, pns11 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn ord n1, r-crq vvz av p-acp png12, vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2103 Page 637
12646 whereas according to our Translation, it is a description of the judgement of God both upon people and Princes. whereas according to our translation, it is a description of the judgement of God both upon people and Princes. cs vvg p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2103 Page 637
12647 The Translation I mean, is that of the Vulgar Latine, which runs in this form. Vers. 20. Suddenly shall they die, at midnight the people shall be in a tumult, The translation I mean, is that of the vulgar Latin, which runs in this from. Vers. 20. Suddenly shall they die, At midnight the people shall be in a tumult, dt n1 pns11 vvb, vbz d pp-f dt j jp, r-crq vvz p-acp d n1. np1 crd av-j vmb pns32 vvi, p-acp n1 dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2103 Page 637
12648 and shall pass over, and take away the violent man without hand. and shall pass over, and take away the violent man without hand. cc vmb vvi a-acp, cc vvb av dt j n1 p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2103 Page 637
12649 This Reading, and the expositions given upon it, prove, That God is so far from accepting the persons of Princes, that he does not only tell them their own, This Reading, and the expositions given upon it, prove, That God is so Far from accepting the Persons of Princes, that he does not only tell them their own, d vvg, cc dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31, vvb, cst np1 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n2, cst pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 po32 d, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 637
12650 and reprove them to their face for their wickedness and Apostacy (as was shewed from the former reading of the 18th verse) but deprives them also of their dignity, and reprove them to their face for their wickedness and Apostasy (as was showed from the former reading of the 18th verse) but deprives them also of their dignity, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 (c-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1) cc-acp vvz pno32 av pp-f po32 n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12651 and pulls them from their power; and pulls them from their power; cc vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12652 And he doth it in such a manner, that every man may understand and see the hand of God in it, And he does it in such a manner, that every man may understand and see the hand of God in it, cc pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp d dt n1, cst d n1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12653 because they see no hands in it. Because they see no hands in it. c-acp pns32 vvb dx n2 p-acp pn31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12654 The less of man appears in any work of providence, whether it be in a way of mercy or of judgement, the more of God is to be acknowledged in it: The less of man appears in any work of providence, whither it be in a Way of mercy or of judgement, the more of God is to be acknowledged in it: dt av-dc pp-f n1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1, dt av-dc pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12655 and where nothing of man appeareth, all, or the whole must be attributed unto God. and where nothing of man appears, all, or the Whole must be attributed unto God. cc c-crq pix pp-f n1 vvz, d, cc dt j-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12656 The judgement which Elihu speaks of here, seems (according to this Interpretation) to have much of man in it; The judgement which Elihu speaks of Here, seems (according to this Interpretation) to have much of man in it; dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz pp-f av, vvz (vvg p-acp d n1) pc-acp vhi d pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12657 yet because the men supposed to be in it, are looked upon as such as can do little in it, yet Because the men supposed to be in it, Are looked upon as such as can do little in it, av c-acp dt n2 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp pn31, vbr vvn p-acp p-acp d c-acp vmb vdi j p-acp pn31, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12658 or ought to do nothing in it, therefore 'tis said to be done without hands. Histories have given many examples, or ought to do nothing in it, Therefore it's said to be done without hands. Histories have given many Examples, cc pi pc-acp vdi pix p-acp pn31, av pn31|vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp n2. n2 vhb vvn d n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12659 and dreadful instances of such calamities falling upon Princes by the rising of the people; and then they are said to be taken away Without hand, and dreadful instances of such calamities falling upon Princes by the rising of the people; and then they Are said to be taken away Without hand, cc j n2 pp-f d n2 vvg p-acp n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; cc cs pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2104 Page 638
12660 That is, Without any foreseen appearance of such a mischief; a hand which was not thought of being lifted up against them. That is, Without any foreseen appearance of such a mischief; a hand which was not Thought of being lifted up against them. cst vbz, p-acp d vvn n1 pp-f d dt n1; dt n1 r-crq vbds xx vvn pp-f vbg vvn a-acp p-acp pno32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12661 It is said of wicked Zimri, who slew his master, that when he saw the people conspire against him, It is said of wicked Zimri, who slew his master, that when he saw the people conspire against him, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f j np1, r-crq vvd po31 n1, cst c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 vvb p-acp pno31, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12662 and the City taken, he went into the Palace of the King's house, and (in the heat of his rage) set it on fire, and burnt the Kings house over him, and the city taken, he went into the Palace of the King's house, and (in the heat of his rage) Set it on fire, and burned the Kings house over him, cc dt n1 vvn, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc (p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) vvb pn31 p-acp n1, cc vvd dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno31, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12663 and died, (1 Kin. 16.18.) Justine reports the like conclusion (upon a like occasion) of Sardanapalus, that effeminate and voluptuous Monarch of the Assyrian Empire. and died, (1 Kin. 16.18.) Justin reports the like conclusion (upon a like occasion) of Sardanapalus, that effeminate and voluptuous Monarch of the assyrian Empire. cc vvd, (vvn n1. crd.) np1 vvz dt j n1 (p-acp dt j n1) pp-f np1, cst j cc j n1 pp-f dt jp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12664 They who prosecute this Translation, conceive Elihu reflecting upon Job in all this, who was very uncivilly treated by his own people, from whom he had deserved highest respects, They who prosecute this translation, conceive Elihu reflecting upon Job in all this, who was very uncivilly treated by his own people, from whom he had deserved highest respects, pns32 r-crq vvb d n1, vvb np1 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp d d, r-crq vbds av av-j vvn p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn js n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12665 as he complained at the 30th chapter, they raised up against him the wayes of their destruction; as he complained At the 30th chapter, they raised up against him the ways of their destruction; c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt ord n1, pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp pno31 dt n2 pp-f po32 n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12666 they used him very rudely, even despightfully; and he was in a pining consuming condition, as a man taken away without hand. they used him very rudely, even despitefully; and he was in a pining consuming condition, as a man taken away without hand. pns32 vvd pno31 av av-j, av av-j; cc pns31 vbds p-acp dt j-vvg j-vvg n1, c-acp dt n1 vvn av p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12667 But I shall not insist upon this reading, but take the words according to the scope before given, But I shall not insist upon this reading, but take the words according to the scope before given, p-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n-vvg, cc-acp vvb dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12668 as a description of a mixt judgement from God; a judgement partly upon the people, and partly upon Princes, a judgement upon the many, as a description of a mixed judgement from God; a judgement partly upon the people, and partly upon Princes, a judgement upon the many, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n1 p-acp np1; dt n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp n2, dt n1 p-acp dt d, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12669 and a judgement upon the mighty; In a moment shall they die. In a moment. The Text is, a moment they die; Not, that they shall die but a moment, and a judgement upon the mighty; In a moment shall they die. In a moment. The Text is, a moment they die; Not, that they shall die but a moment, cc dt n1 p-acp dt j; p-acp dt n1 vmb pns32 vvi. p-acp dt n1. dt n1 vbz, dt n1 pns32 vvb; xx, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2105 Page 638
12670 or be only for a moment dead, but they shall die before a moment is over; or be only for a moment dead, but they shall die before a moment is over; cc vbi j p-acp dt n1 j, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 vbz a-acp; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12689 The Text is true both of natural and violent death, either of them may overtake us in a moment, The Text is true both of natural and violent death, either of them may overtake us in a moment, dt n1 vbz j av-d pp-f j cc j n1, av-d pp-f pno32 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2109 Page 640
12671 there is an Elipsis of the preposition [ Beth, ] in the Hebrew, which we supply in our Translation, In a moment they shall die: there is an Ellipsis of the preposition [ Beth, ] in the Hebrew, which we supply in our translation, In a moment they shall die: pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 [ zz, ] p-acp dt njp, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12672 A moment is the least particle or parcel of time; A moment is the least particle or parcel of time; dt n1 vbz dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12673 we cannot imagine any thing shorter then a moment, 'tis the very point of time, ( Psal. 30.5.) His anger endureth for a moment, (saith David, when he would shew how very short (comparatively) the anger of God towards his people is) but in his favour is life: we cannot imagine any thing shorter then a moment, it's the very point of time, (Psalm 30.5.) His anger Endureth for a moment, (Says David, when he would show how very short (comparatively) the anger of God towards his people is) but in his favour is life: pns12 vmbx vvi d n1 jc cs dt n1, pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd.) po31 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, (vvz np1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi c-crq av j (av-j) dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz) p-acp p-acp po31 n1 vbz n1: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12674 Thus Solomon (Prov. 2.19.) He that speaketh truth, his tongue shall be established; but a lying tongue is for a moment: A lye cannot last long; Thus Solomon (Curae 2.19.) He that speaks truth, his tongue shall be established; but a lying tongue is for a moment: A lie cannot last long; av np1 (np1 crd.) pns31 cst vvz n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn; cc-acp dt j-vvg n1 vbz p-acp dt n1: dt n1 vmbx vvi av-j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12675 he that speaks truth, what he speaks to day, is good to morrow, and to morrow, he that speaks truth, what he speaks to day, is good to morrow, and to morrow, pns31 cst vvz n1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, vbz j p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12676 and will be good for ever; but a lying tongue is for a moment; that is, his lies will be discovered, and usually they are quickly discovered; and will be good for ever; but a lying tongue is for a moment; that is, his lies will be discovered, and usually they Are quickly discovered; cc vmb vbi j p-acp av; cc-acp dt j-vvg n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; d vbz, po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc av-j pns32 vbr av-j vvn; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12677 though he live long to tell lies, or doth nothing but tell lies as long as he liveth, though he live long to tell lies, or does nothing but tell lies as long as he lives, cs pns31 vvb av-j pc-acp vvi n2, cc vdz pix cc-acp vvi n2 c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvz, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12678 yet his lyes are not long lived. yet his lies Are not long lived. av po31 n2 vbr xx av-j vvn. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12679 Job describing the joy of the hypocrite ( chap. 20.5.) saith, It is but for a moment; Job describing the joy of the hypocrite (chap. 20.5.) Says, It is but for a moment; np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (n1 crd.) vvz, pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12680 like a fire of thorns, a blaze and gone: like a fire of thorns, a blaze and gone: av-j dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 cc vvn: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12681 when the Apostle would strengthen and encourage the hearts of believers against all the troubles and sorrows of this present life, he calls them, (2 Cor. 4.17.) First, light, Secondly, short; Our light afflictions that are but for a moment, work for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. when the Apostle would strengthen and encourage the hearts of believers against all the Troubles and sorrows of this present life, he calls them, (2 Cor. 4.17.) First, Light, Secondly, short; Our Light afflictions that Are but for a moment, work for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory. c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d j n1, pns31 vvz pno32, (crd np1 crd.) ord, j, ord, j; po12 j n2 cst vbr p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12682 And that we might know how quick the devil was at his work with Christ, the Scripture saith ( Luke 4.5.) He shewed him all the Kingdoms of the world in a moment of time. And that we might know how quick the Devil was At his work with christ, the Scripture Says (Luke 4.5.) He showed him all the Kingdoms of the world in a moment of time. cc cst pns12 vmd vvi c-crq j dt n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 vvz (np1 crd.) pns31 vvd pno31 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12683 As to shew the instantaneousness of our change from death to life in the resurrection, it is said, (1 Cor. 15.52.) In a moment, in the twinckling of an eye, at the last Trump, we shall be changed: As to show the instantaneousness of our change from death to life in the resurrection, it is said, (1 Cor. 15.52.) In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, At the last Trump, we shall be changed: p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz vvn, (crd np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt ord n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12684 So to shew the extream suddenness of these mens change from life to death, it is said here, In a moment They shall die. So to show the extreme suddenness of these men's change from life to death, it is said Here, In a moment They shall die. av pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f d ng2 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz vvn av, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2106 Page 639
12685 They? Who? Both great and small, one and another of them shall die, or be swept away by death in a moment. There is a twofold death; First, Natural; They? Who? Both great and small, one and Another of them shall die, or be swept away by death in a moment. There is a twofold death; First, Natural; pns32? q-crq? av-d j cc j, crd cc n-jn pp-f pno32 vmb vvi, cc vbi vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. pc-acp vbz dt j n1; ord, j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2107 Page 639
12686 When either sickness or old age dissolves the earthly house of this tabernacle. When either sickness or old age dissolves the earthly house of this tabernacle. c-crq d n1 cc j n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2108 Page 639
12687 The natural death of some is very lingring and slow, others are suddenly snatcht away, they die in a moment. The natural death of Some is very lingering and slow, Others Are suddenly snatched away, they die in a moment. dt j n1 pp-f d vbz av j-vvg cc j, n2-jn vbr av-j vvn av, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2108 Page 639
12688 Secondly, There is a violent death; thus many are taken away by the sword Martial, or Civil, others casually: Secondly, There is a violent death; thus many Are taken away by the sword Martial, or Civil, Others casually: ord, pc-acp vbz dt j n1; av d vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 j, cc j, n2-jn av-j: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2109 Page 640
12691 that is, some sudden destruction shall come upon them, they shall be surprized by an unlooked for disaster, that is, Some sudden destruction shall come upon them, they shall be surprised by an unlooked for disaster, cst vbz, d j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2109 Page 640
12692 and removed out of the world, while they had not a thought of their removal. Hence Note. and removed out of the world, while they had not a Thought of their removal. Hence Note. cc vvd av pp-f dt n1, cs pns32 vhd xx dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. av n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2109 Page 640
12693 First, Death of any sort, may befal all sorts of men. None can plead exemption or priviledge from the grave. First, Death of any sort, may befall all sorts of men. None can plead exemption or privilege from the grave. ord, n1 pp-f d n1, vmb vvi d n2 pp-f n2. np1 vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2110 Page 640
12694 It is appointed to men once to die; most die a natural death, and any man may die a violent death; It is appointed to men once to die; most die a natural death, and any man may die a violent death; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi; ds n1 dt j n1, cc d n1 vmb vvi dt j n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2111 Page 640
12695 who knows how he shall go out of this world? Christ told Peter, (John 21.18.) When thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, who knows how he shall go out of this world? christ told Peter, (John 21.18.) When thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, r-crq vvz c-crq pns31 vmb vvi av pp-f d n1? np1 vvd np1, (np1 crd.) c-crq pns21 vm2 vbi j, pns21 vm2 vvi av po21 n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2111 Page 640
12696 and another shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou wouldst not. This spake he, signifying by what death he should glorifie God. and Another shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou Wouldst not. This spoke he, signifying by what death he should Glorify God. cc j-jn vmb vvi pno21, cc vvb pno21 c-crq pns21 vmd2 xx. np1 vvd pns31, vvg p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi np1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2111 Page 640
12697 And what kinde of death was that? The Church History assureth us, 'twas a violent death. And what kind of death was that? The Church History assureth us, 'twas a violent death. cc r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbds d? dt n1 n1 vvz pno12, pn31|vbds dt j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2111 Page 640
12698 He (as his master Jesus Christ) was nailed to a Cross, and dyed. He (as his master jesus christ) was nailed to a Cross, and died. pns31 (c-acp po31 n1 np1 np1) vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2111 Page 640
12699 We come but one way into the world, but there are a thousand wayes of going out. Note Secondly. We come but one Way into the world, but there Are a thousand ways of going out. Note Secondly. pns12 vvb p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbr dt crd n2 pp-f vvg av. n1 ord. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2111 Page 640
12700 Death comes suddenly upon many men, and may upon all men. Death comes suddenly upon many men, and may upon all men. n1 vvz av-j p-acp d n2, cc vmb p-acp d n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2112 Page 640
12701 The whole life of the longest liver in this world, is but a moment, compared to eternity; The Whole life of the longest liver in this world, is but a moment, compared to eternity; dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp d n1, vbz p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2113 Page 640
12702 and there is not any moment of our life, but (with respect to second causes) we are subject to death in it: and there is not any moment of our life, but (with respect to second Causes) we Are Subject to death in it: cc pc-acp vbz xx d n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc-acp (p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2) pns12 vbr j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp pn31: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2113 Page 640
12703 We alwayes in some sense (though at some times more) carry our lives in our hand, We always in Some sense (though At Some times more) carry our lives in our hand, pns12 av p-acp d n1 (cs p-acp d n2 n1) vvb po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2113 Page 640
12704 and how soon, or by what hand they may be snatcht out of ours, we know not. and how soon, or by what hand they may be snatched out of ours, we know not. cc c-crq av, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f png12, pns12 vvb xx. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2113 Page 640
12705 Now if our whole life be but a moment, and we subject to death every moment, Now if our Whole life be but a moment, and we Subject to death every moment, av cs po12 j-jn n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vvi p-acp n1 d n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2114 Page 640
12706 how should we stand prepared for death every moment? And how sad is it to think, that they who may die the next moment, should for dayes, how should we stand prepared for death every moment? And how sad is it to think, that they who may die the next moment, should for days, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi vvn p-acp n1 d n1? cc c-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 r-crq vmb vvi dt ord n1, vmd p-acp n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2114 Page 640
12707 and weeks, and moneths, and years, never prepare for death? Most are loth to think of the end of their lives, till they are nearer the end of them; and weeks, and months, and Years, never prepare for death? Most Are loath to think of the end of their lives, till they Are nearer the end of them; cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, av-x vvb p-acp n1? np1 vbr j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vbr jc dt n1 pp-f pno32; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2114 Page 640
12708 yet no man knoweth how near he is to the end of his life. yet no man Knoweth how near he is to the end of his life. av dx n1 vvz c-crq av-j pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2114 Page 640
12709 Many put off the thoughts of death till it cometh, yet none can put off the coming of death; Many put off the thoughts of death till it comes, yet none can put off the coming of death; av-d vvn a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 c-acp pn31 vvz, av pix vmb vvi a-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2114 Page 641
12710 they would remove the meditation of death to the fall of their leaf, to the winter, they would remove the meditation of death to the fallen of their leaf, to the winter, pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2114 Page 641
12711 and worst of their old age, yet they are not able to remove death one moment from the Spring and best of their youth. Note, Thirdly. and worst of their old age, yet they Are not able to remove death one moment from the Spring and best of their youth. Note, Thirdly. cc js pp-f po32 j n1, av pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi n1 crd n1 p-acp dt n1 cc js pp-f po32 n1. n1, ord. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2114 Page 641
12712 Violent death, by the sore and severe judgement of God, often sweeps multitudes away in a moment. Violent death, by the soar and severe judgement of God, often sweeps Multitudes away in a moment. j n1, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, av vvz n2 av p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2115 Page 641
12713 God can thrust whole throngs of men, yea whole Nations into their graves together; God can thrust Whole throngs of men, yea Whole nations into their graves together; np1 vmb vvi j-jn n2 pp-f n2, uh j-jn n2 p-acp po32 n2 av; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12714 it is said ( Numb. 16.21.) of Corah and his companions, The earth did cover, or swallow them up in a moment: it is said (Numb. 16.21.) of Corah and his Sodales, The earth did cover, or swallow them up in a moment: pn31 vbz vvd (j. crd.) pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, dt n1 vdd vvi, cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12715 And the Lord commanded Moses, to say unto the children of Israel (Exod. 33.5.) ye are a stiff-necked people; And the Lord commanded Moses, to say unto the children of Israel (Exod 33.5.) you Are a Stiffnecked people; cc dt n1 vvd np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 (np1 crd.) pn22 vbr dt j n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12716 I will come up into the midst of thee in a moment, and consume thee: I will come up into the midst of thee in a moment, and consume thee: pns11 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pno21: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12717 As if the Lord had said, I will take no long time for it, I can quickly dispatch you; As if the Lord had said, I will take no long time for it, I can quickly dispatch you; c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb vvi dx j n1 p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12718 how many soever there are of you, I will do it in a moment. how many soever there Are of you, I will do it in a moment. c-crq d av a-acp vbr pp-f pn22, pns11 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12719 We have a like description of the sudden and quick dispatch of men at the Lord's word of Command, ( Psal. 73.19.) How are they brought into desolation, We have a like description of the sudden and quick dispatch of men At the Lord's word of Command, (Psalm 73.19.) How Are they brought into desolation, pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd.) c-crq vbr pns32 vvn p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12720 as in a moment, they are utterly consumed with terrors? The final ruine of Babylon was thus prophesied ( Isa. 47.9.) These two things shall come to thee in a moment, in one day, the loss of children and widdowhood, they shall come upon thee in their perfection; as in a moment, they Are utterly consumed with terrors? The final ruin of Babylon was thus prophesied (Isaiah 47.9.) These two things shall come to thee in a moment, in one day, the loss of children and widowhood, they shall come upon thee in their perfection; c-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n2? dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbds av vvn (np1 crd.) d crd n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1, p-acp crd n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp po32 n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12721 Thou shalt utterly be destroyed, and perish at once for ever. Thou shalt utterly be destroyed, and perish At once for ever. pns21 vm2 av-j vbi vvn, cc vvi p-acp a-acp p-acp av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12722 The Prophet Jeremiah (Lam. 4.6.) bewayled the destruction of Jerusalem, whose calamity was greater then that of Sodome and Gomorrah, which God destroyed in a moment: The Prophet Jeremiah (Lam. 4.6.) bewailed the destruction of Jerusalem, whose calamity was greater then that of Sodom and Gomorrah, which God destroyed in a moment: dt n1 np1 (np1 crd.) vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vbds jc cs d pp-f np1 cc np1, r-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12723 Sodome and Gomorrah were great Cities, yet how soon consumed! Sodom and Gomorrah were great Cities, yet how soon consumed! np1 cc np1 vbdr j n2, av q-crq av vvn! (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12724 In some sense, there is a greater evil in a lingring destruction, then in a speedy one; In Some sense, there is a greater evil in a lingering destruction, then in a speedy one; p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz dt jc n-jn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, av p-acp dt j pi; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12725 so the Prophet aggravates death by famine, beyond death by fire; because to die by famine is a lingring death. so the Prophet aggravates death by famine, beyond death by fire; Because to die by famine is a lingering death. av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12726 Caesar being warned that some lay in wait to destroy him suddenly, slighted it, and said, unexpected death is most desireable. Caesar being warned that Some lay in wait to destroy him suddenly, slighted it, and said, unexpected death is most desirable. np1 vbg vvn cst d vvd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, vvd pn31, cc vvd, j n1 vbz av-ds j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12727 And that's the lot of many great men; And that's the lot of many great men; cc d|vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n2; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12728 to which some conceive the Psalmist had respect, when he said, ( Psal. 82.7.) Ye shall die li•e men, to which Some conceive the Psalmist had respect, when he said, (Psalm 82.7.) You shall die li•e men, p-acp r-crq d vvb dt n1 vhd n1, c-crq pns31 vvd, (np1 crd.) pn22 vmb vvi j n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12729 and fall like one of the Princes; that is, suddenly. But though in some sence a speedy death is more eligible then a lingring one, and fallen like one of the Princes; that is, suddenly. But though in Some sense a speedy death is more eligible then a lingering one, cc vvi av-j crd pp-f dt n2; cst vbz, av-j. p-acp cs p-acp d n1 dt j n1 vbz av-dc j cs dt j-vvg pi, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12730 yet in many respects, to die suddenly, or in a moment, may be concluded a far greater judgement, yet in many respects, to die suddenly, or in a moment, may be concluded a Far greater judgement, av p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi av-j, cc p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn dt av-j jc n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12731 then to see death coming by degrees, and destruction walking towards us step by step. Solomon (Prov. 1.27.) speaks of swift destruction, of destruction coming like a whirlwind; then to see death coming by Degrees, and destruction walking towards us step by step. Solomon (Curae 1.27.) speaks of swift destruction, of destruction coming like a whirlwind; cs pc-acp vvi n1 vvg p-acp n2, cc n1 vvg p-acp pno12 vvi p-acp n1. np1 (np1 crd.) vvz pp-f j n1, pp-f n1 vvg av-j dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 641
12732 swift destruction overtakes them who are slow paced to receive and obey instruction. Thus the Lord can deal both with persons and with Nations; swift destruction overtakes them who Are slow paced to receive and obey instruction. Thus the Lord can deal both with Persons and with nations; j n1 vvz pno32 r-crq vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1. av dt n1 vmb vvi d p-acp n2 cc p-acp n2; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 642
12733 he needs not make any delays, nor take time to do it, their destruction shall come (if he will send it) in a day, in an hour, he needs not make any delays, nor take time to do it, their destruction shall come (if he will send it) in a day, in an hour, pns31 vvz xx vvi d n2, ccx vvi n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, po32 n1 vmb vvi (cs pns31 vmb vvi pn31) p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 642
12734 yea, in a moment shall they die, And the people shall be troubled at midnight. yea, in a moment shall they die, And the people shall be troubled At midnight. uh, p-acp dt n1 vmb pns32 vvi, cc dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2116 Page 642
12735 That is, the body, or generality of the people, the many shall be troubled; they shall be as men amazed, That is, the body, or generality of the people, the many shall be troubled; they shall be as men amazed, cst vbz, dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, dt d vmb vbi vvn; pns32 vmb vbi c-acp n2 vvn, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12736 or as the Metaphor imports, they shall be disjoynted; or as the Metaphor imports, they shall be disjointed; cc p-acp dt n1 vvz, pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12737 Men associated under due Laws of Government, are as so many members of a well compacted Body; Men associated under due Laws of Government, Are as so many members of a well compacted Body; n2 vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1, vbr a-acp av d n2 pp-f dt av j-vvn n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12738 but when broken and scattered, they are like a body whose members are dislocated, or out of joynt, unfit for any use or service. but when broken and scattered, they Are like a body whose members Are dislocated, or out of joint, unfit for any use or service. p-acp c-crq vvn cc vvn, pns32 vbr av-j dt n1 rg-crq n2 vbr vvn, cc av pp-f n1, j p-acp d n1 cc n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12739 And as there is a laxation of the members of the body, a disjoynting of the bones, And as there is a laxation of the members of the body, a disjointing of the bones, cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt vvg pp-f dt n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12740 so there is a disjoynting of the faculties of the minde; so there is a disjointing of the faculties of the mind; av pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12741 In times of great trouble, not only is the body Politick, which consists of many men, In times of great trouble, not only is the body Politic, which consists of many men, p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, xx j vbz dt n1 j, r-crq vvz pp-f d n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12742 but the minde of every body, or of every single man is much out of joynt. but the mind of every body, or of every single man is much out of joint. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f d j n1 vbz av-d av pp-f n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12743 The word is applyed to those great concussions of the world ( Psal. 18.17.) The earth shook and trembled, the foundations also of the hills were moved, The word is applied to those great concussions of the world (Psalm 18.17.) The earth shook and trembled, the foundations also of the hills were moved, dt n1 vbz vvd p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd.) dt n1 vvd cc vvn, dt n2 av pp-f dt n2 vbdr vvn, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12744 and were shaken at the presence of the Lord, because he was wroth; and were shaken At the presence of the Lord, Because he was wroth; cc vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbds j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12745 which we may interpret of the Princes and Powers of the earth, who are as hills and mountains; which we may interpret of the Princes and Powers of the earth, who Are as hills and Mountains; r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr p-acp n2 cc n2; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12746 if the Lord do but touch them in anger, they move, yea tremble. if the Lord do but touch them in anger, they move, yea tremble. cs dt n1 vdb p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb, uh vvb. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12747 The word is applyed also to the waves of the Sea, ( Jer. 5.22.) which roar, and toss themselves: The word is applied also to the waves of the Sea, (Jer. 5.22.) which roar, and toss themselves: dt n1 vbz vvd av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd.) r-crq vvb, cc vvi px32: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12748 we commonly say, as in the Text, the Sea is troubled, or 'tis a troubled Sea, a tossing Sea. That expression is also common among us, we commonly say, as in the Text, the Sea is troubled, or it's a troubled Sea, a tossing Sea. That expression is also Common among us, pns12 av-j vvb, c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz vvn, cc pn31|vbz dt j-vvn n1, dt j-vvg n1 cst n1 vbz av j p-acp pno12, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12749 when we see a man much disquieted, he is (we say) in a great toss; even as a ship at Sea upon the proud waves. when we see a man much disquieted, he is (we say) in a great toss; even as a ship At Sea upon the proud waves. c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 av-d vvn, pns31 vbz (pns12 vvb) p-acp dt j vvi; av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12750 Thus saith Elihu, the people shall be in a toss, they shall feel a storm in their mindes, sudden gusts of fear and sorrow shall carry them they know not whither; Thus Says Elihu, the people shall be in a toss, they shall feel a storm in their minds, sudden gusts of Fear and sorrow shall carry them they know not whither; av vvz np1, dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt vvb, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pno32 pns32 vvb xx c-crq; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12751 or they shall be lifted up to heaven in vain confidences, and then fall down to hell in despairing thoughts, or they shall be lifted up to heaven in vain confidences, and then fallen down to hell in despairing thoughts, cc pns32 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, cc av vvb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp j-vvg n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12752 as the tempest at Sea is described in the 107th Psalm. as the tempest At Sea is described in the 107th Psalm. c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12753 There is yet another rendring of the Text, in allusion to Drunkards, who are overcome with wine, ( Jer. 25.16.) And they shall drink, and be moved, and be mad; There is yet Another rendering of the Text, in allusion to Drunkards, who Are overcome with wine, (Jer. 25.16.) And they shall drink, and be moved, and be mad; pc-acp vbz av j-jn vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1, (np1 crd.) cc pns32 vmb vvi, cc vbi vvn, cc vbi j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12754 the word which we translate move, is that in the Text; now we know drunkenness moves men, and puts all into disorder and disquietment: the word which we translate move, is that in the Text; now we know Drunkenness moves men, and puts all into disorder and disquietment: dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvi, vbz d p-acp dt n1; av pns12 vvb n1 vvz n2, cc vvz d p-acp n1 cc n1: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 642
12755 Thus the people (through the fierce anger of God, and the wine of astonishment which he gives them to drink) shall be moved, they shall reel to and fro, Thus the people (through the fierce anger of God, and the wine of astonishment which he gives them to drink) shall be moved, they shall reel to and from, av dt n1 (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi) vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp cc av, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 643
12757 Great troubles and afflictions are called in Scripture the wine of astonishment, because they make many say and do they scarce know what; Great Troubles and afflictions Are called in Scripture the wine of astonishment, Because they make many say and do they scarce know what; j n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vvb d vvi cc vdb pns32 av-j vvb r-crq; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 643
12758 great troubles bereave men not only of their comforts, but of their reason; they do not only straiten them, but astonish them. great Troubles bereave men not only of their comforts, but of their reason; they do not only straiten them, but astonish them. j n2 vvi n2 xx av-j pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp pp-f po32 n1; pns32 vdb xx av-j vvn pno32, cc-acp vvi pno32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 643
12759 They who have drowned their wits in cups of worldly pleasure, may soon have them drowned in full and overflowing cups of worldly sorrow. They who have drowned their wits in cups of worldly pleasure, may soon have them drowned in full and overflowing cups of worldly sorrow. pns32 r-crq vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, vmb av vhi pno32 vvn p-acp j cc j-vvg n2 pp-f j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2117 Page 643
12760 Besides this Exposition of the peoples being troubled with perplexity, fear, and doubt, with anxiety, Beside this Exposition of the peoples being troubled with perplexity, Fear, and doubt, with anxiety, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 vbg vvn p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12761 and uncertainty of spirit what to do, I say, besides this, there is another way of being troubled, upon which some Expositors specially insist. The people shall be troubled; and uncertainty of Spirit what to do, I say, beside this, there is Another Way of being troubled, upon which Some Expositors specially insist. The people shall be troubled; cc n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pc-acp vdi, pns11 vvb, p-acp d, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 pp-f vbg vvn, p-acp r-crq d n2 av-j vvi. dt n1 vmb vbi vvn; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12762 that is, shall be in a tumult; that is, shall be in a tumult; cst vbz, vmb vbi p-acp dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12763 they shall rise up seditiously, and (as, we say) make a commotion, they shall gather together as many waters, with a roaring noise. they shall rise up seditiously, and (as, we say) make a commotion, they shall gather together as many waters, with a roaring noise. pns32 vmb vvi a-acp av-j, cc (c-acp, pns12 vvb) vvb dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi av c-acp d n2, p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12764 Many people, are compared to many Waters; and there is somtimes a confluence, a great confluence or flood of them tumbling together: Many people, Are compared to many Waters; and there is sometimes a confluence, a great confluence or flood of them tumbling together: av-d n1, vbr vvn p-acp d n2; cc pc-acp vbz av dt n1, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 vvg av: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12765 The Poet tells us elegantly what rude work a people make when they rise up like a flood of troubled waters. The Poet tells us elegantly what rude work a people make when they rise up like a flood of troubled waters. dt n1 vvz pno12 av-j r-crq j n1 dt n1 vvi c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12766 Their rage (saith he) findes out weapons, one throws stones, another throws firebrands, till all's in a sad combustion: Their rage (Says he) finds out weapons, one throws stones, Another throws firebrands, till all's in a sad combustion: po32 n1 (vvz pns31) vvz av n2, pi vvz n2, j-jn vvz n2, c-acp d|vbz p-acp dt j n1: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12767 These waters, if let alone, may quickly put all into a flame. These waters, if let alone, may quickly put all into a flame. d n2, cs vvb j, vmb av-j vvi d p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12768 The Psalmist ascribes the quieting of the Sea, and the quieting of the people to God in one verse; The Psalmist ascribes the quieting of the Sea, and the quieting of the people to God in one verse; dt n1 vvz dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp crd n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12769 yea, I conceive the one is but the explication of the other, ( Psal. 65.7.) Which stilleth the noise of the Seas, the noise of their waves, yea, I conceive the one is but the explication of the other, (Psalm 65.7.) Which stilleth the noise of the Seas, the noise of their waves, uh, pns11 vvb dt pi vbz cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, (np1 crd.) r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12770 and the tumult of their people. and the tumult of their people. cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12771 Thus saith Elihu, the people shall be in a tumult, (this suits with that exposition first given) ready to destroy whomsoever they meet next, Thus Says Elihu, the people shall be in a tumult, (this suits with that exposition First given) ready to destroy whomsoever they meet next, av vvz np1, dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, (d n2 p-acp d n1 ord vvn) j pc-acp vvi ro-crq pns32 vvb ord, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12772 or those especially who never did nor meant them any other hurt but to keep the peace, or bridle their headstrong fury. or those especially who never did nor meant them any other hurt but to keep the peace, or bridle their headstrong fury. cc d av-j r-crq av vdd ccx vvd pno32 d j-jn n1 cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi po32 j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2118 Page 643
12773 Yet, I rather adhere to the former Interpretation, The people shall be troubled, that is, they shall be in a great consternation of spirit, Yet, I rather adhere to the former Interpretation, The people shall be troubled, that is, they shall be in a great consternation of Spirit, av, pns11 av-c vvb p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cst vbz, pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2119 Page 643
12774 neither being able (which they seldome are) to advise themselves what to do, nor fit to receive (which they seldome will) advice from others. neither being able (which they seldom Are) to Advice themselves what to do, nor fit to receive (which they seldom will) Advice from Others. av-d vbg j (r-crq pns32 av vbr) pc-acp vvi px32 q-crq pc-acp vdi, ccx j pc-acp vvi (r-crq pns32 av vmb) n1 p-acp n2-jn. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2119 Page 643
12775 And (as Elihu adds) they shall be thus troubled At midnight. Or, In the half of the night, as the words may be rendred; And (as Elihu adds) they shall be thus troubled At midnight. Or, In the half of the night, as the words may be rendered; cc (c-acp np1 vvz) pns32 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp n1. cc, p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 vmb vbi vvn; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2119 Page 643
12776 that's a great aggravation of the judgement. The night is a time of rest, and midnight is the time of deepest rest; that's a great aggravation of the judgement. The night is a time of rest, and midnight is the time of Deepest rest; d|vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f js-jn n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12777 so that for the people to be in a tumult, or troubled at midnight, is to be overtaken with matter of fear, so that for the people to be in a tumult, or troubled At midnight, is to be overtaken with matter of Fear, av cst p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, cc j-vvn p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12778 when fear seemed furthest off, or when they suspected nothing to make them afraid. when Fear seemed furthest off, or when they suspected nothing to make them afraid. c-crq n1 vvd js p-acp, cc c-crq pns32 vvd pix pc-acp vvi pno32 j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12779 David saith of some, ( Psal. 3.5.) There were they in great fear, where no fear was. David Says of Some, (Psalm 3.5.) There were they in great Fear, where no Fear was. np1 vvz pp-f d, (np1 crd.) a-acp vbdr pns32 p-acp j n1, c-crq dx n1 vbds. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12780 To fear at midnight, is to fear when usually no fear is, that is, when people are at rest in their beds: To Fear At midnight, is to Fear when usually no Fear is, that is, when people Are At rest in their Beds: pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j dx n1 vbz, cst vbz, c-crq n1 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12781 And so to say, the people shall be troubled at midnight, signifieth either, First, the coming of trouble upon a secure people, upon a people who thought themselves, And so to say, the people shall be troubled At midnight, signifies either, First, the coming of trouble upon a secure people, upon a people who Thought themselves, cc av pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, vvz d, ord, dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq n1 px32, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12782 and while they thought themselves not only out of the noise, but reach of danger: and while they Thought themselves not only out of the noise, but reach of danger: cc cs pns32 vvd px32 xx av-j av pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vvb pp-f n1: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12783 Or secondly, It may signifie the coming of trouble upon a people altogether unfit to help themselves; Or secondly, It may signify the coming of trouble upon a people altogether unfit to help themselves; cc ord, pn31 vmb vvi dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 av j pc-acp vvi px32; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12784 when a man is asleep, he cannot give counsel how to prevent danger, and while he is in his bed, he is in no posture to oppose it. when a man is asleep, he cannot give counsel how to prevent danger, and while he is in his Bed, he is in no posture to oppose it. q-crq dt n1 vbz j, pns31 vmbx vvi n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi n1, cc cs pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbz p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12785 All this may well be included in what Elihu saith, The people shall be troubled at midnight. Hence Note. All this may well be included in what Elihu Says, The people shall be troubled At midnight. Hence Note. av-d d vmb av vbi vvd p-acp r-crq np1 vvz, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. av n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2120 Page 644
12786 First, There are National troubles as well as personal. First, There Are National Troubles as well as personal. ord, pc-acp vbr j n2 c-acp av c-acp j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2121 Page 644
12787 God can scare not only a family, or this and that particular man, but a whole people at once; God can scare not only a family, or this and that particular man, but a Whole people At once; np1 vmb vvi xx av-j dt n1, cc d cc d j n1, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp a-acp; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2122 Page 644
12788 he cannot only make a childe, or a woman, but a multitude, yea an Army of mighty men tremble like a childe, he cannot only make a child, or a woman, but a multitude, yea an Army of mighty men tremble like a child, pns31 vmbx av-j vvi dt n1, cc dt n1, cc-acp dt n1, uh dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvb av-j dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2122 Page 644
12789 and faint as the weakest woman. and faint as the Weakest woman. cc j c-acp dt js n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2122 Page 644
12790 A people are many, yet every man shall be as if he were alone, or but one in the midst of innumerable dangers, and of a thousand deaths. A people Are many, yet every man shall be as if he were alone, or but one in the midst of innumerable dangers, and of a thousand death's. dt n1 vbr d, av d n1 vmb vbi c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j, cc p-acp crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc pp-f dt crd n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2122 Page 644
12791 Moses in his Song foresaw the dread of Nations upon the report of the Lord's miraculous conduct of Israel through the red Sea, ( Exod. 15.14, 15, 16.) The people shall hear, and be afraid; Moses in his Song foresaw the dread of nations upon the report of the Lord's miraculous conduct of Israel through the read Sea, (Exod 15.14, 15, 16.) The people shall hear, and be afraid; np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1|vbz j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (np1 crd, crd, crd) dt n1 vmb vvi, cc vbi j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2122 Page 644
12792 sorrow shall take hold on the inhabitants of Palestina, all the inhabitants of Canaan shal melt away. sorrow shall take hold on the inhabitants of Palestine, all the inhabitants of Canaan shall melt away. n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, d dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2122 Page 644
12793 And when Christ speaks of those dreadful Prognosticks of his coming, he not only saith, There shall be signes in the Sun, And when christ speaks of those dreadful Prognostics of his coming, he not only Says, There shall be Signs in the Sun, cc c-crq np1 vvz pp-f d j n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg, pns31 xx av-j vvz, a-acp vmb vbi n2 p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2122 Page 644
12794 and in the Moon, and in the Stars, but upon the Earth distress of Nations, with perplexity, (Luke 21.25.) Secondly, Observe. and in the Moon, and in the Stars, but upon the Earth distress of nations, with perplexity, (Lycia 21.25.) Secondly, Observe. cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1, (n1 crd.) ord, vvb. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2122 Page 644
12795 Both personal and publick troubles are at the command of God, as both publick and personal peace are. Both personal and public Troubles Are At the command of God, as both public and personal peace Are. av-d j cc j n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp d j cc j n1 vbr. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2123 Page 644
12796 A people as well as a person, may and shall be troubled, even at the midnight of their greatest security, if God give the word. A people as well as a person, may and shall be troubled, even At the midnight of their greatest security, if God give the word. dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1, vmb cc vmb vbi vvn, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 js n1, cs np1 vvb dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2124 Page 645
12797 I make peace (saith the Lord, Isa: 45.7.) and create evill; that is, the evill of trouble. I make peace (Says the Lord, Isaiah: 45.7.) and create evil; that is, the evil of trouble. pns11 vvb n1 (vvz dt n1, np1: crd.) cc vvb j-jn; cst vbz, dt n-jn pp-f n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2124 Page 645
12798 There will be occasion afterward to speak further of this poynt from those words ( v. 29.) When he giveth quietness, who can give trouble, There will be occasion afterwards to speak further of this point from those words (v. 29.) When he gives quietness, who can give trouble, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 av pc-acp vvi av-jc pp-f d n1 p-acp d n2 (n1 crd) c-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2124 Page 645
12799 and when he hideth his face, who can behold him? Whether it be done against a nation, or against a man only; and when he Hideth his face, who can behold him? Whither it be done against a Nation, or against a man only; cc c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 av-j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2124 Page 645
12800 trouble of all sorts is at the command of God; trouble of all sorts is At the command of God; n1 pp-f d n2 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2124 Page 645
12801 if he saith to such or such a mischiefe, goe to a nation, it will goe; if he Says to such or such a mischief, go to a Nation, it will go; cs pns31 vvz p-acp d cc d dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2124 Page 645
12802 if he bid the sword trouble them, if he bid pestilence trouble them, if he bid famine trouble them, if he bid the sword trouble them, if he bid pestilence trouble them, if he bid famine trouble them, cs pns31 vvb dt n1 vvb pno32, cs pns31 vvb n1 vvi pno32, cs pns31 vvb n1 vvi pno32, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2124 Page 645
12803 if he bid their owne divisions trouble them, the people shall be troubled; yea, they shall be troubled at midnight. Whence note, Thirdly. if he bid their own divisions trouble them, the people shall be troubled; yea, they shall be troubled At midnight. Whence note, Thirdly. cs pns31 vvb po32 d n2 vvi pno32, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn; uh, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. q-crq n1, ord. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2124 Page 645
12804 Trouble takes or seazeth upon many when they least expect it. God can send trouble when no man thinkes of it. Trouble Takes or seizeth upon many when they least expect it. God can send trouble when no man thinks of it. n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp d c-crq pns32 ds vvi pn31. np1 vmb vvi n1 c-crq dx n1 vvz pp-f pn31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2125 Page 645
12805 At midnight every one is in bed, all are for rest and quiet. At midnight every one is in Bed, all Are for rest and quiet. p-acp n1 d pi vbz p-acp n1, d vbr p-acp n1 cc j-jn. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12806 The Lord usually executes his judgements upon the unwary world, upon a secure people ( Exod: 12.29.) At midnight the Lord smote all the sirstborne in the land of Egypt, &c. And Pharoah rose up in the night, he and all his servants, The Lord usually executes his Judgments upon the unwary world, upon a secure people (Exod: 12.29.) At midnight the Lord smote all the sirstborne in the land of Egypt, etc. And Pharaoh rose up in the night, he and all his Servants, dt n1 av-j vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt j-u n1, p-acp dt j n1 (j: crd.) p-acp n1 dt n1 vvd d dt vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av cc np1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 cc d po31 n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12807 and all the Egyptians, and there was a great cry in Egypt. and all the egyptians, and there was a great cry in Egypt. cc d dt njp2, cc a-acp vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12808 We read also (2 Kings 19.35.) In that night the Angel of the Lord went out and smote in the campe of the Assyrians, We read also (2 Kings 19.35.) In that night the Angel of the Lord went out and smote in the camp of the Assyrians, pns12 vvb av (crd n2 crd.) p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd av cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12809 an hundred four-score and sive thousand. It was not a day-battel, but a night-battel; an hundred fourscore and sive thousand. It was not a day-battel, but a night-battel; dt crd n1 cc n1 crd. pn31 vbds xx dt n1, cc-acp dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12810 When they were all gone into their tents, and were at rest, when the Army was secure; When they were all gone into their tents, and were At rest, when the Army was secure; c-crq pns32 vbdr d vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc vbdr p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 vbds j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12811 In that night did the Lord fight them by an Angel, and made a mighty slaughter among them. In that night did the Lord fight them by an Angel, and made a mighty slaughter among them. p-acp d n1 vdd dt n1 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd dt j n1 p-acp pno32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12812 Belshazzar king of the Chaldeans was slaine in the night ( Dan: 5.30.) even in that night wherein he made a feast to a thousand of his Lords, Belshazzar King of the Chaldeans was slain in the night (Dan: 5.30.) even in that night wherein he made a feast to a thousand of his lords, np1 n1 pp-f dt np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 (uh: crd.) av p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt crd pp-f po31 n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12813 and dranke wine before the thousand (v. 1.) In that night not only of his security, and drank wine before the thousand (v. 1.) In that night not only of his security, cc vvd n1 p-acp dt crd (n1 crd) p-acp d n1 xx av-j pp-f po31 n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12814 but of his jollity and sensuality, when he had even drowned himselfe and his great Lords with wine and belly-cheare, in that very night the City was broken up, and Belshazzar slaine; but of his jollity and sensuality, when he had even drowned himself and his great lords with wine and bellycheer, in that very night the city was broken up, and Belshazzar slain; cc-acp pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, c-crq pns31 vhd av vvn px31 cc po31 j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp cst j n1 dt n1 vbds vvn a-acp, cc np1 vvn; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12815 History tells us what dreadfull work was made upon the Babylonians that night. The great Judgement day is so described; History tells us what dreadful work was made upon the Babylonians that night. The great Judgement day is so described; n1 vvz pno12 r-crq j n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt njp2 d n1. dt j n1 n1 vbz av vvn; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12816 Jesus Christ will, at last, trouble the world at midnight; jesus christ will, At last, trouble the world At midnight; np1 np1 n1, p-acp ord, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12817 The Day of the Lord so cometh (saith the Apostle, 1 Thes: 5.2.) as a thiefe in the night; The Day of the Lord so comes (Says the Apostle, 1 These: 5.2.) as a thief in the night; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvz (vvz dt n1, crd d: crd.) p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 645
12893 It is somewhat strange that they who are mighty, and have such power in their hand, should be taken away, It is somewhat strange that they who Are mighty, and have such power in their hand, should be taken away, pn31 vbz av j cst pns32 r-crq vbr j, cc vhb d n1 p-acp po32 n1, vmd vbi vvn av, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2141 Page 650
12818 when they shall say peace and safety, then sudden destruction cometh upon them, &c, Christ himselfe shadowing his coming under the parable of the ten Virgins, who all slumbred and slept, tells us ( Math: 25.6) At midnight there was a cry made, when they shall say peace and safety, then sudden destruction comes upon them, etc., christ himself shadowing his coming under the parable of the ten Virgins, who all slumbered and slept, tells us (Math: 25.6) At midnight there was a cry made, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, av j n1 vvz p-acp pno32, av, np1 px31 vvg po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2, r-crq d vvd cc vvd, vvz pno12 (np1: crd) p-acp n1 a-acp vbds dt n1 vvd, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12819 Behold the Bridegroome conteth, goe ye out to meete him. Behold the Bridegroom conteth, go you out to meet him. vvb dt n1 vvz, vvb pn22 av pc-acp vvi pno31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12820 Though some were in a better condition then others, some wise, some foolish, yet all slept, Though Some were in a better condition then Others, Some wise, Some foolish, yet all slept, cs d vbdr p-acp dt jc n1 cs n2-jn, d j, d j, av av-d vvn, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12821 and it was a kind of midnight to them all. and it was a kind of midnight to them all. cc pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 d. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12822 Christ will come, and the people shall be troubled at midnight, and then there will be a dreadfull Cry among the secure drowsie world. christ will come, and the people shall be troubled At midnight, and then there will be a dreadful Cry among the secure drowsy world. np1 vmb vvi, cc dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt j j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12823 Therefore the Counsell of Christ is most proper ( Math: 13.35.) Watch, because ye know not at what houre your Master may come, Therefore the Counsel of christ is most proper (Math: 13.35.) Watch, Because you know not At what hour your Master may come, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds j (np1: crd.) vvb, c-acp pn22 vvb xx p-acp r-crq n1 po22 n1 vmb vvi, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12824 whether at even, or at midnight, or at Cock-trowing, or in the morning. whither At even, or At midnight, or At Cock-trowing, or in the morning. cs p-acp av, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp j, cc p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12825 It is hard to be put to it at midnight, 'tis sad to be in a sleepy or slumbring condition when evill comes. It is hard to be put to it At midnight, it's sad to be in a sleepy or slumbering condition when evil comes. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j cc vvg n1 c-crq j-jn vvz. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12826 The Gospel sheweth us, how much that man was troubled, when his neighbour came to borrow bread of him at midnight ( Luke 11.5.7.) Trouble me not, my children are with me in bed, I cannot rise and give thee. The Gospel shows us, how much that man was troubled, when his neighbour Come to borrow bred of him At midnight (Lycia 11.5.7.) Trouble me not, my children Are with me in Bed, I cannot rise and give thee. dt n1 vvz pno12, c-crq d cst n1 vbds vvn, c-crq po31 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp n1 (av crd.) vvb pno11 xx, po11 n2 vbr p-acp pno11 p-acp n1, pns11 vmbx vvi cc vvi pno21. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12827 If it be matter of trouble to be called out of our bed to doe a courtesie for a friend at midnight, O what will it be to be called up to Judgement, If it be matter of trouble to be called out of our Bed to do a courtesy for a friend At midnight, Oh what will it be to be called up to Judgement, cs pn31 vbb n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, uh q-crq vmb pn31 vbi pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12828 or to be surprized with any Judgement at midnight! Therefore prepare and be ready for all changes. or to be surprised with any Judgement At midnight! Therefore prepare and be ready for all changes. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1! av vvb cc vbi j p-acp d n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12829 At midnight the people shall be troubled, And passe away. At midnight the people shall be troubled, And pass away. p-acp n1 dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvi av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2126 Page 646
12830 These words are a third part of the description of the Judgement of God upon a people; These words Are a third part of the description of the Judgement of God upon a people; d n2 vbr dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2127 Page 646
12831 they shall die, they shall be troubled, they shall passe away; they shall die, they shall be troubled, they shall pass away; pns32 vmb vvi, pns32 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vvi av; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2127 Page 646
12832 that is, some of them shall die, all shall be troubled, others shall passe away. There is a three-fold notion of passing away. that is, Some of them shall die, all shall be troubled, Others shall pass away. There is a threefold notion of passing away. cst vbz, d pp-f pno32 vmb vvi, d vmb vbi vvn, n2-jn vmb vvi av. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2127 Page 646
12833 First, Some expound it thus, They shall be carried captive out of their own Country; This with the former two make up a perfect Judgement upon any people; First, some expound it thus, They shall be carried captive out of their own Country; This with the former two make up a perfect Judgement upon any people; ord, d vvb pn31 av, pns32 vmb vbi vvn j-jn av pp-f po32 d n1; d p-acp dt j crd vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2128 Page 646
12834 Some shall die, or be slaine, all shall be troubled and vext, they shall be at their wits end, some shall die, or be slain, all shall be troubled and vexed, they shall be At their wits end, d vmb vvi, cc vbi vvn, d vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, pns32 vmb vbi p-acp po32 n2 vvi, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2128 Page 646
12835 and the rest shall be carried away captive. Secondly, They shall pass away; that is, they shall pass into their graves; and the rest shall be carried away captive. Secondly, They shall pass away; that is, they shall pass into their graves; cc dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av j-jn. ord, pns32 vmb vvi av; cst vbz, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2128 Page 646
12836 the forme of speech here used may well beare that sense, for death is a passing away, a passing out of this world ( Psal: 37.36. ) Loe he passed away and was gone, that is, he died; the Form of speech Here used may well bear that sense, for death is a passing away, a passing out of this world (Psalm: 37.36.) Lo he passed away and was gone, that is, he died; dt n1 pp-f n1 av vvn vmb av vvi d n1, p-acp n1 vbz dt vvg av, dt vvg av pp-f d n1 (np1: crd.) uh pns31 vvd av cc vbds vvn, cst vbz, pns31 vvd; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 646
12894 and no hand touch them, or without hand. We use to say of a thing strangely gone, and no hand touch them, or without hand. We use to say of a thing strangely gone, cc dx n1 vvi pno32, cc p-acp n1. pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 av-j vvn, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2141 Page 650
12837 And that which is as death to the heavens and the earth (their great change when ever it shall be) is called a passing away (Math: 5.18.) Till heaven and earth passe away, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise passe away from the Law till all be fullfilled; And that which is as death to the heavens and the earth (their great change when ever it shall be) is called a passing away (Math: 5.18.) Till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass away from the Law till all be Fulfilled; cc cst r-crq vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 cc dt n1 (po32 j n1 c-crq av pn31 vmb vbi) vbz vvn dt vvg av (np1: crd.) p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi av, crd n1 cc crd n1 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi av p-acp dt n1 c-acp d vbb vvn; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12838 that is, the Law shall stand in force as long as the world stands. Thus to passe away is to die. that is, the Law shall stand in force as long as the world Stands. Thus to pass away is to die. cst vbz, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz. av pc-acp vvi av vbz pc-acp vvi. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12839 But I conceive, we are to expound this third branch of the Judgement distinctly from the former two, But I conceive, we Are to expound this third branch of the Judgement distinctly from the former two, p-acp pns11 vvb, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d ord n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j p-acp dt j crd, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12840 and therefore for as much as we have death in the first words, it will not be proper to take in death here againe, and Therefore for as much as we have death in the First words, it will not be proper to take in death Here again, cc av c-acp p-acp d c-acp pns12 vhb n1 p-acp dt ord n2, pn31 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 av av, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12841 or to expound passing away by dying. or to expound passing away by dying. cc pc-acp vvi vvg av p-acp vvg. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12842 The third notion, of, they shall passe away, is, they shall run or flee for it, they know not whether, they shall flee for their lives from the danger impending over them. The third notion, of, they shall pass away, is, they shall run or flee for it, they know not whither, they shall flee for their lives from the danger impending over them. dt ord n1, pp-f, pns32 vmb vvi av, vbz, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31, pns32 vvb xx c-crq, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp pno32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12843 As some shall die, and all be troubled, so not a few shall endeavour to save their lives by flight. As Some shall die, and all be troubled, so not a few shall endeavour to save their lives by flight. p-acp d vmb vvi, cc d vbb vvn, av xx dt d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12844 Christ in the Gospel foretold the great troubles and afflictions which should come upon Jerusalem, and in them there was a sad concurrence or meeting of these three Judgments in the text. christ in the Gospel foretold the great Troubles and afflictions which should come upon Jerusalem, and in them there was a sad concurrence or meeting of these three Judgments in the text. np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd dt j n2 cc n2 r-crq vmd vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbds dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d crd n2 p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12845 For when after forty yeares the Romans invaded and ruin'd their City, many dyed & were destroyed by sword and famine, all the people were troubled; For when After forty Years the Romans invaded and ruined their city, many died & were destroyed by sword and famine, all the people were troubled; p-acp c-crq p-acp crd n2 dt np1 vvd cc vvd po32 n1, d vvd cc vbdr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, d dt n1 vbdr vvn; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12846 Oh in what a hurry were they to see the Romane Eagle displayed before their Gates! O in what a hurry were they to see the Roman Eagl displayed before their Gates! uh p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbdr pns32 pc-acp vvi dt jp n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2! (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12847 and then they passed away; that is, as many as could, withdrew and got out of the danger. and then they passed away; that is, as many as could, withdrew and god out of the danger. cc av pns32 vvd av; cst vbz, c-acp d c-acp vmd, vvd cc vvd av pp-f dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12848 It is reported in history, that before the Seidge of that City, a voyce was heard in Jerusalem, saying, (Migremus hinc) let us passe from hence, they who believed that warning, departed soone after; It is reported in history, that before the Seige of that city, a voice was herd in Jerusalem, saying, (Migremus hinc) let us pass from hence, they who believed that warning, departed soon After; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, vvg, (fw-la fw-la) vvd pno12 vvi p-acp av, pns32 r-crq vvd cst n1, vvd av a-acp; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12849 And as some passed away before the Judgement came, so when it was come, many were striving to be gone, or to passe away. And as Some passed away before the Judgement Come, so when it was come, many were striving to be gone, or to pass away. cc c-acp d vvd av p-acp dt n1 vvd, av c-crq pn31 vbds vvn, d vbdr vvg pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vvi av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12850 Therefore Christ admonished them ( Math: 24.20.) Pray that your flight be not in the winter, nor on the Sabath day. Therefore christ admonished them (Math: 24.20.) Pray that your flight be not in the winter, nor on the Sabbath day. av np1 vvd pno32 (np1: crd.) vvb cst po22 n1 vbb xx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt np1 n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12851 I conceive, we are to understand this text distinctly of such a passing away. I conceive, we Are to understand this text distinctly of such a passing away. pns11 vvb, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 av-j pp-f d dt vvg av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12852 In a moment shall they die, and the people shall be troubled at midnight, and passe away; In a moment shall they die, and the people shall be troubled At midnight, and pass away; p-acp dt n1 vmb pns32 vvi, cc dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vvi av; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12853 they shall doe what they can to secure themselves by out-running the danger. Note from it, First. they shall do what they can to secure themselves by outrunning the danger. Note from it, First. pns32 vmb vdi r-crq pns32 vmb pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp j dt n1. vvb p-acp pn31, ord. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2129 Page 647
12854 God hath variety of meanes to humble a sinfull people. Into how many wayes doe the Judgements of God divide themselves; severall persons beare severall parts; God hath variety of means to humble a sinful people. Into how many ways do the Judgments of God divide themselves; several Persons bear several parts; np1 vhz n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1. p-acp c-crq d n2 vdb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi px32; j n2 vvb j n2; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2130 Page 647
12855 here is death to many, trouble to all, flight to some. Here is death to many, trouble to all, flight to Some. av vbz n1 p-acp d, vvb p-acp d, n1 p-acp d. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2131 Page 647
12856 That, in the Prophet, answers it fully ( Jer: 15.1.) where the Lord protesting that nothing (no not the intercession of Moses and Samuel ) should take him off from his resolve against that people, saith, Such as are for death to death, That, in the Prophet, answers it Fully (Jer: 15.1.) where the Lord protesting that nothing (no not the Intercession of Moses and Samuel) should take him off from his resolve against that people, Says, Such as Are for death to death, cst, p-acp dt n1, vvz pn31 av-j (np1: crd.) c-crq dt n1 vvg cst pix (dx xx dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1) vmd vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, vvz, d c-acp vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2131 Page 647
12857 and such as are for the sword to the sword, and such as are for the famine to the famine, and such as Are for the sword to the sword, and such as Are for the famine to the famine, cc d c-acp vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d c-acp vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2131 Page 647
12858 and such as are for the captivity to the captivity. and such as Are for the captivity to the captivity. cc d c-acp vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2131 Page 648
12859 There's pestilence, and sword, and famine and captivity ready at the call of God to take away a provoking people. Secondly, Note. There's pestilence, and sword, and famine and captivity ready At the call of God to take away a provoking people. Secondly, Note. pc-acp|vbz n1, cc n1, cc n1 cc n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av dt j-vvg n1. ord, n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2131 Page 648
12860 To passe away, or to be put to our flight, is a grievous Judgement. To pass away, or to be put to our flight, is a grievous Judgement. p-acp vvi av, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, vbz dt j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2132 Page 648
12861 To flee from the face of the pursuer, to run for our lives, who knows the trouble and terror of it, To flee from the face of the pursuer, to run for our lives, who knows the trouble and terror of it, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2133 Page 648
12862 but they that have been in it? what a mercy is it that our dwellings are continued to us? that we abide in our places, that we neither die in a moment, are not surpriz'd by midnight-feares, but they that have been in it? what a mercy is it that our dwellings Are continued to us? that we abide in our places, that we neither die in a moment, Are not surprised by midnight-feares, cc-acp pns32 cst vhb vbn p-acp pn31? q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 cst po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12? cst pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 av-d vvi p-acp dt n1, vbr xx vvn p-acp n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2133 Page 648
12863 but rest quietly in our beds, though feares at midnight have been ready to surprize us. but rest quietly in our Beds, though fears At midnight have been ready to surprise us. cc-acp vvb av-jn p-acp po12 n2, cs n2 p-acp n1 vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi pno12. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2133 Page 648
12864 What a mercy is it, that we are not passing away, running, fleeing into the wildernesse, What a mercy is it, that we Are not passing away, running, fleeing into the Wilderness, q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31, cst pns12 vbr xx vvg av, vvg, vvg p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2133 Page 648
12865 as the poore Churches of God have done in severall ages? So much of Judgement upon the people in that three-fold notion of it. as the poor Churches of God have done in several ages? So much of Judgement upon the people in that threefold notion of it. c-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 vhb vdn p-acp j n2? av d pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f pn31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2133 Page 648
12866 We have here also Judgement upon Princes. And the mighty shall be taken away without hand. We have Here also Judgement upon Princes. And the mighty shall be taken away without hand. pns12 vhb av av n1 p-acp n2. cc dt j vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2134 Page 648
12867 Not only the many, but the mighty shall feele the Judgements of God; For as 'tis sayd in the former verse, He accepteth not the persons of Princes, Not only the many, but the mighty shall feel the Judgments of God; For as it's said in the former verse, He Accepteth not the Persons of Princes, xx av-j dt d, p-acp dt j vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1; c-acp c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2135 Page 648
12868 nor regardeth the rich more then the poore; nor Regardeth the rich more then the poor; ccx vvz dt j av-dc cs dt j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2135 Page 648
12869 The mighty and the meanest of men are alike to God, when they are alike in sinning against God: The mighty and the Meanest of men Are alike to God, when they Are alike in sinning against God: dt j cc dt js pp-f n2 vbr av-j p-acp np1, c-crq pns32 vbr av-j p-acp vvg p-acp np1: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2135 Page 648
12870 If they doe evill alike, they shall suffer evill alike; God accepteth no mans person. The mighty shall be taken away. If they do evil alike, they shall suffer evil alike; God Accepteth no men person. The mighty shall be taken away. cs pns32 vdb j-jn av, pns32 vmb vvi j-jn av; np1 vvz dx ng1 n1. dt j vmb vbi vvn av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2135 Page 648
12871 The word rendred, mighty, taken plurally, is used in Scripture to denote not only mighty men, The word rendered, mighty, taken plurally, is used in Scripture to denote not only mighty men, dt n1 vvn, j, vvn av-j, vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi xx av-j j n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2136 Page 648
12872 but any creature that excells in might. but any creature that excels in might. cc-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2136 Page 648
12873 And therefore according to the exigence of the place, it signifies sometimes Angells, who being spirits, exceed all flesh in might. And Therefore according to the exigence of the place, it signifies sometime Angels, who being spirits, exceed all Flesh in might. cc av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz av n2, r-crq vbg n2, vvb d n1 p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2136 Page 648
12874 The people of Israel in the wilderness did eat Angells food (Psal: 78.5.) the food of the Abirims, of the mighty or strong ones: And as it is applyed to Angells who exceed the strongest men in strength, The people of Israel in the Wilderness did eat Angels food (Psalm: 78.5.) the food of the Abirims, of the mighty or strong ones: And as it is applied to Angels who exceed the Strongest men in strength, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vdd vvi n2 n1 (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pp-f dt j cc j pi2: cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvd p-acp n2 r-crq vvb dt js n2 p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2136 Page 648
12895 or gone we know not how, It cannot be gone without hands; yet thus the Lord deales judicially with the mighty of the world; or gone we know not how, It cannot be gone without hands; yet thus the Lord deals judicially with the mighty of the world; cc vvn pns12 vvb xx c-crq, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n2; av av dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2141 Page 650
12875 so it is applyed to any sort of strong beasts, to the horse ( Jer: 47.3.) to Bulls, ( Isa: 34.7. Jer: 50.11. Psal: 22.13. Psal: 68.31.) Thus the word riseth above man to Angells, and falls below man to the beasts of the earth; so it is applied to any sort of strong beasts, to the horse (Jer: 47.3.) to Bulls, (Isaiah: 34.7. Jer: 50.11. Psalm: 22.13. Psalm: 68.31.) Thus the word Riseth above man to Angels, and falls below man to the beasts of the earth; av pn31 vbz vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) p-acp n2, (np1: crd. np1: crd. np1: crd. np1: crd.) av dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cc vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2136 Page 648
12876 here 'tis applyable only to strong and mighty men, of whom yet there are three sorts. Here it's appliable only to strong and mighty men, of whom yet there Are three sorts. av pn31|vbz j av-j p-acp j cc j n2, pp-f ro-crq av a-acp vbr crd n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2136 Page 649
12877 First, Some are men of a mighty arme. Secondly, Others are mighty in Armes. Thirdly, There are men mighty in Authority. First, some Are men of a mighty arm. Secondly, Others Are mighty in Arms. Thirdly, There Are men mighty in authority. ord, d vbr n2 pp-f dt j n1. ord, n2-jn vbr j p-acp n2. ord, pc-acp vbr n2 j p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2136 Page 649
12878 The first of these is a natural mighty man, he hath a mighty arme, a strong body, The First of these is a natural mighty man, he hath a mighty arm, a strong body, dt ord pp-f d vbz dt j j n1, pns31 vhz dt j n1, dt j n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2137 Page 649
12879 or he excells in bodily strength. The second is a marshall mighty man, a souldier, a man of warre. or he excels in bodily strength. The second is a marshal mighty man, a soldier, a man of war. cc pns31 vvz p-acp j n1. dt ord vbz dt j j n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2137 Page 649
12880 The third is the Magistratical mighty man, he is cloathed with power both to punish and reward: The third is the Magistratical mighty man, he is clothed with power both to Punish and reward: dt ord vbz dt j j n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2137 Page 649
12881 Possibly he may have no bodily might, yea, possibly he is no souldier, yet a man of such power he is, that he commands whole Nations. Possibly he may have no bodily might, yea, possibly he is no soldier, yet a man of such power he is, that he commands Whole nations. av-j pns31 vmb vhi dx j n1, uh, av-j pns31 vbz dx n1, av dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns31 vbz, cst pns31 vvz j-jn n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2137 Page 649
12882 Now take the word Mighty in any of these three senses, and it is a truth, the mighty shall be taken away, the mighty in strength of the Arme, the mighty in strength of Armyes, the mighty in power and dignity, are by the hand of the Almighty God taken away. Now take the word Mighty in any of these three Senses, and it is a truth, the mighty shall be taken away, the mighty in strength of the Arm, the mighty in strength of Armies, the mighty in power and dignity, Are by the hand of the Almighty God taken away. av vvb dt n1 j p-acp d pp-f d crd n2, cc pn31 vbz dt n1, dt j vmb vbi vvn av, dt j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j p-acp n1 pp-f n2, dt j p-acp n1 cc n1, vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn np1 vvn av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2137 Page 649
12883 They shall take them away (saith the Hebrew text) that is, say some (according to the first translation mentioned) the people shall violently take away the mighty. They shall take them away (Says the Hebrew text) that is, say Some (according to the First Translation mentioned) the people shall violently take away the mighty. pns32 vmb vvi pno32 av (vvz dt njp n1) cst vbz, vvb d (vvg p-acp dt ord n1 vvn) dt n1 vmb av-j vvi av dt j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2138 Page 649
12884 But by an usuall Hebraisme we may read it Impersonally, the mighty shall be taken away, concealing or leaving it to be understood by whom. But by an usual Hebraism we may read it Impersonally, the mighty shall be taken away, concealing or leaving it to be understood by whom. p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av-j, dt j vmb vbi vvn av, vvg cc vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp ro-crq. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2138 Page 649
12885 Like that speech to the rich man ( Luke 12.25.) This night doe they require thy soule of thee, (so we put in the Margin) that is, (as the text hath it) this night thy soule shall be required of thee, they shall take thy soule, that is, it shall be taken away; Like that speech to the rich man (Lycia 12.25.) This night do they require thy soul of thee, (so we put in the Margin) that is, (as the text hath it) this night thy soul shall be required of thee, they shall take thy soul, that is, it shall be taken away; j d n1 p-acp dt j n1 (av crd.) d n1 vdb pns32 vvb po21 n1 pp-f pno21, (av pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1) cst vbz, (c-acp dt n1 vhz pn31) d n1 po21 n1 vmb vbb vvn pp-f pno21, pns32 vmb vvi po21 n1, cst vbz, pn31 vmb vbi vvn av; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2138 Page 649
12886 so here they shall take away the mighty, that is, the mighty shall be taken away or removed. so Here they shall take away the mighty, that is, the mighty shall be taken away or removed. av av pns32 vmb vvi av dt j, cst vbz, dt j vmb vbi vvn av cc vvn. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2138 Page 649
12887 We may take notice of a two-fold remove or taking away. First, There is a remove out of place and power; We may take notice of a twofold remove or taking away. First, There is a remove out of place and power; pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb cc vvg av. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 av pp-f n1 cc n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2138 Page 649
12888 Thus a man is taken away when his authority is taken away. Secondly, There is a removing or taking of a man out of the world; Thus a man is taken away when his Authority is taken away. Secondly, There is a removing or taking of a man out of the world; av dt n1 vbz vvn av c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn av. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 av pp-f dt n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2139 Page 649
12889 Thus they are taken away whose persons are destroyed, cut off, and perish. Thus they Are taken away whose Persons Are destroyed, Cut off, and perish. av pns32 vbr vvn av rg-crq n2 vbr vvn, vvn a-acp, cc vvi. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2140 Page 649
12890 The mighty, both wayes or either way are often taken away. The persons of many mighty men have fallen, The mighty, both ways or either Way Are often taken away. The Persons of many mighty men have fallen, dt j, d n2 cc d n1 vbr av vvn av. dt n2 pp-f d j n2 vhb vvn, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2140 Page 649
12891 and many more of them have fallen from their places and powers. Here they are under a generall threatning, They shall be taken away. and many more of them have fallen from their places and Powers. Here they Are under a general threatening, They shall be taken away. cc d dc pp-f pno32 vhb vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. av pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 vvg, pns32 vmb vbi vvn av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2140 Page 649
12892 But how shall they be taken away? the text answers without hand. But how shall they be taken away? the text answers without hand. cc-acp q-crq vmb pns32 vbi vvn av? dt n1 vvz p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2140 Page 649
12896 They shall be taken away without hand. There may be a threefold understanding of that expression. First, Thus; They shall be taken away without hand. There may be a threefold understanding of that expression. First, Thus; pns32 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1. a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f d n1. ord, av; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2141 Page 650
12897 The mighty shall be taken away without hand; The mighty shall be taken away without hand; dt j vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2142 Page 650
12898 that is, they shall have no hands to help them, or they shall be destitute of all humane helpe. that is, they shall have no hands to help them, or they shall be destitute of all humane help. cst vbz, pns32 vmb vhi dx n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pns32 vmb vbi j pp-f d j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2142 Page 650
12899 Sometimes God leaves or strips the mighty naked, they who have had great power, and many thousands standing up to defend them, have not a hand for them, Sometime God leaves or strips the mighty naked, they who have had great power, and many thousands standing up to defend them, have not a hand for them, av np1 vvz cc vvz dt j j, pns32 r-crq vhb vhn j n1, cc d crd vvg a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, vhb xx dt n1 p-acp pno32, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2142 Page 650
12900 and so are taken away without hand, no man drawing a sword or striking a stroake for them. and so Are taken away without hand, no man drawing a sword or striking a stroke for them. cc av vbr vvn av p-acp n1, dx n1 vvg dt n1 cc vvg dt n1 p-acp pno32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2142 Page 650
12901 Secondly, To doe a thing without hand, is to doe it with the smallest appearance of second causes or instruments. Secondly, To do a thing without hand, is to do it with the Smallest appearance of second Causes or Instruments. ord, pc-acp vdi dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f ord n2 cc n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2143 Page 650
12902 We are ready to say, there must be a great deale of tugging to get the mighty downe, who like Oakes are strongly rooted and highly growne, who looke like mountaines, which cannot be removed, We Are ready to say, there must be a great deal of tugging to get the mighty down, who like Oaks Are strongly rooted and highly grown, who look like Mountains, which cannot be removed, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi dt j a-acp, r-crq j n2 vbr av-j vvn cc av-j vvn, r-crq vvb av-j n2, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2143 Page 650
12903 yet (saith Elihu ) the Lord can take them away without hand; that is, easily, without any trouble at all, little meanes or very improbable meanes being used to effect it. yet (Says Elihu) the Lord can take them away without hand; that is, Easily, without any trouble At all, little means or very improbable means being used to Effect it. av (vvz np1) dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 av p-acp n1; cst vbz, av-j, p-acp d n1 p-acp d, j n2 cc av j n2 vbg vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2143 Page 650
12904 So then to doe a thing without hand, is to doe it as if we put no hand no stresse to it when we doe it. So then to do a thing without hand, is to do it as if we put no hand no stress to it when we do it. av av pc-acp vdi dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vdi pn31 c-acp cs pns12 vvb dx n1 dx n1 p-acp pn31 c-crq pns12 vdb pn31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2143 Page 650
12905 As they who move swiftly or lightly are sayd to goe without setting a foot on the ground ( Dan: 8.5.) the He-Goate came and touched not the ground, he did rather fly then goe. As they who move swiftly or lightly Are said to go without setting a foot on the ground (Dan: 8.5.) the He-Goate Come and touched not the ground, he did rather fly then go. p-acp pns32 r-crq vvb av-j cc av-j vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 (uh: crd.) dt n1 vvd cc vvd xx dt n1, pns31 vdd av vvi cs vvi. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2143 Page 650
12906 So to doe a thing, as if we did not put a hand to it, is to doe it with the greatest ease imaginable. So to do a thing, as if we did not put a hand to it, is to do it with the greatest ease imaginable. av pc-acp vdi dt n1, c-acp cs pns12 vdd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, vbz pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt js n1 j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2143 Page 650
12907 Thirdly, To doe a thing without hand, is to doe it without any visible meanes at all, Thirdly, To do a thing without hand, is to do it without any visible means At all, ord, pc-acp vdi dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp d j n2 p-acp d, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 650
12908 even by the immediate stroake or power of God. There is a hand of God in all things that are done in the world, even by the immediate stroke or power of God. There is a hand of God in all things that Are done in the world, av p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 cst vbr vdn p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 650
12909 but some things are done without any other hand, and are therefore most properly sayd to be done without hand. but Some things Are done without any other hand, and Are Therefore most properly said to be done without hand. cc-acp d n2 vbr vdn p-acp d j-jn n1, cc vbr av av-ds av-j vvd pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 650
12910 Thus the Lord is able to doe the greatest things, even to take mighty men from the earth, no hand of man appearing or joyning with him in the action. Thus the Lord is able to do the greatest things, even to take mighty men from the earth, no hand of man appearing or joining with him in the actium. av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi dt js n2, av pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1, dx n1 pp-f n1 vvg cc vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 650
12911 Now, because God usually sets instruments a worke to effect his will in the world, Now, Because God usually sets Instruments a work to Effect his will in the world, av, c-acp np1 av-j vvz n2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 650
12912 and to bring about his counsels, therefore in what work soever he either quite leaves or seemes to leave instruments out, that work is sayd to be done without hand. and to bring about his Counsels, Therefore in what work soever he either quite leaves or seems to leave Instruments out, that work is said to be done without hand. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, av p-acp r-crq n1 av pns31 d av vvz cc vvz pc-acp vvi n2 av, cst n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 650
12913 The stone which shall grow up to be a great mountaine, that is, the kingdome of Christ, is called a stone cut out without hands (Dan: 2.34.) that is, without humane power. The stone which shall grow up to be a great mountain, that is, the Kingdom of christ, is called a stone Cut out without hands (Dan: 2.34.) that is, without humane power. dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi a-acp pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz vvn dt n1 vvd av p-acp n2 (uh: crd.) cst vbz, p-acp j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 651
12991 Therefore he addeth, I will save them by the Lord their God; Therefore he adds, I will save them by the Lord their God; av pns31 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 po32 n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12914 The kingdome of Christ shall be set up so much by the power of God without any earthly contribution, that it shall confessedly be sayd to be set up without hands. The Kingdom of christ shall be Set up so much by the power of God without any earthly contribution, that it shall confessedly be said to be Set up without hands. dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1, cst pn31 vmb av-vvn vbi vvd pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 651
12915 Though we ought not to neglect the coming and advancement of the kingdome of Christ in the world, Though we ought not to neglect the coming and advancement of the Kingdom of christ in the world, cs pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 651
12916 yet we should not be anxiously carefull about it, when we see little or no meanes for it, yet we should not be anxiously careful about it, when we see little or no means for it, av pns12 vmd xx vbi av-j j p-acp pn31, c-crq pns12 vvb j cc dx n2 p-acp pn31, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 651
12917 yea though we see great very great meanes set against it, because a stone cut out without hands shall doe it. yea though we see great very great means Set against it, Because a stone Cut out without hands shall do it. uh cs pns12 vvb j av j n2 vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp dt n1 vvd av p-acp n2 vmb vdi pn31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2144 Page 651
12918 The Apostle useth this forme of speaking, both as to eternalls and spiritualls. The Apostle uses this Form of speaking, both as to eternals and spirituals. dt n1 vvz d n1 pp-f vvg, d c-acp p-acp n2-j cc n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12919 Concerning the former he is expresse (2 Cor. 5.1.) We know that when the earthly house of this tabernacle is dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternall in the heavens; Concerning the former he is express (2 Cor. 5.1.) We know that when the earthly house of this tabernacle is dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, Eternal in the heavens; vvg dt j pns31 vbz j (crd np1 crd.) pns12 vvb cst c-crq dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vhb dt n-vvg pp-f np1, dt n1 xx vvn p-acp n2, j p-acp dt n2; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12920 that is, a house of Gods own immediate making, a house to the making whereof man hath added nothing. that is, a house of God's own immediate making, a house to the making whereof man hath added nothing. cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n2 d j n-vvg, dt n1 p-acp dt vvg c-crq n1 vhz vvn pix. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12921 The fabrick of this visible world is a house made without hands, much more is heaven, The fabric of this visible world is a house made without hands, much more is heaven, dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp n2, av-d dc vbz n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12922 and the glorious unseene state which Saints shall have hereafter. The house above, or state of Glory is wholly of Gods making. and the glorious unseen state which Saints shall have hereafter. The house above, or state of Glory is wholly of God's making. cc dt j j n1 r-crq n2 vmb vhi av. dt n1 p-acp, cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-jn pp-f n2 vvg. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12923 And as our eternall estate is expressed by a house made without hands, so our spirituall estate is called by the same Apostle, A work done without hands (Col: 2.11.) where having asserted our compleatness in Christ ( v. 10.) he adds, In whom also ye are circumcised with the circumcision made without hands. And as our Eternal estate is expressed by a house made without hands, so our spiritual estate is called by the same Apostle, A work done without hands (Col: 2.11.) where having asserted our completeness in christ (v. 10.) he adds, In whom also you Are circumcised with the circumcision made without hands. cc c-acp po12 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n2, av po12 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt d n1, dt n1 vdn p-acp n2 (np1: crd.) c-crq vhg vvn po12 n1 p-acp np1 (n1 crd) pns31 vvz, p-acp ro-crq av pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12924 The external literal circumcision was made with hands; The external literal circumcision was made with hands; dt j j n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12925 there was an operation of man in it, the cutting off the foreskin of the flesh, there was an operation of man in it, the cutting off the foreskin of the Flesh, pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, dt vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12926 but in the spiritual circumcision, man hath no hand, it is the work of God alone; but in the spiritual circumcision, man hath no hand, it is the work of God alone; cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, n1 vhz dx n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12927 as also that effectual faith is which alwayes accompanieth it, and is therefore called ( v. 12.) the faith of the operation of God. as also that effectual faith is which always accompanieth it, and is Therefore called (v. 12.) the faith of the operation of God. c-acp av d j n1 vbz r-crq av vvz pn31, cc vbz av vvn (n1 crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12928 There is a temporary faith which we may call a faith of the operation of man, There is a temporary faith which we may call a faith of the operation of man, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12929 but true saving faith is the operation of God, and may be sayd as the spirituall circumcision (which was signified and shadowed by the corporall) to be made without hands. but true Saving faith is the operation of God, and may be said as the spiritual circumcision (which was signified and shadowed by the corporal) to be made without hands. cc-acp j j-vvg n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 (r-crq vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2145 Page 651
12930 Now as the Scripture speakes both of spiritualls and eternalls which are made without hands, so this text speakes of externalls and providentialls in the same language, The mighty shall be taken away without hand, that is, without any creature-helpe or visible humane hand; Now as the Scripture speaks both of spirituals and eternals which Are made without hands, so this text speaks of externals and providentialls in the same language, The mighty shall be taken away without hand, that is, without any creature-helpe or visible humane hand; av p-acp dt n1 vvz d pp-f n2-j cc n2-j r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n2, av d n1 vvz pp-f n2-j cc n2-jn p-acp dt d n1, dt j vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1, cst vbz, p-acp d j cc j j n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2146 Page 651
12931 what ever is done without a visible hand, is done by the hand of God. what ever is done without a visible hand, is done by the hand of God. r-crq av vbz vdn p-acp dt j n1, vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2146 Page 651
13480 yea, are mighty in power? &c. We may conceive Elihu removing that stumbling stone, yea, Are mighty in power? etc. We may conceive Elihu removing that stumbling stone, uh, vbr j p-acp n1? av pns12 vmb vvi np1 vvg d j-vvg n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
12932 Elihu intimates a punishment upon the mighty, which (as to the effecting of it) cannot be assigned to any thing in man, much lesse can the effecting of it, be hindred by man. Elihu intimates a punishment upon the mighty, which (as to the effecting of it) cannot be assigned to any thing in man, much less can the effecting of it, be hindered by man. np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j, r-crq (c-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31) vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, av-d av-dc vmb dt vvg pp-f pn31, vbb vvn p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2146 Page 652
12933 The hand of God is most visible, in doing that which no visible hand hath done, or can undoe. The hand of God is most visible, in doing that which no visible hand hath done, or can undo. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds j, p-acp vdg d r-crq dx j n1 vhz vdn, cc vmb vvi. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2146 Page 652
12934 They shall be taken away without hand. Hence note. The mightiest have no might against God. They shall be taken away without hand. Hence note. The Mightiest have no might against God. pns32 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1. av vvi. dt js vhb dx n1 p-acp np1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2146 Page 652
12935 That cannot be avoyded by any humane power, which is done without humane power. That cannot be avoided by any humane power, which is done without humane power. cst vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, r-crq vbz vdn p-acp j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12936 God slew the first-borne of Egypt, and destroyed the Assyrian hoast without hand, he did it by his Angel, no hand appearing against them. God slew the firstborn of Egypt, and destroyed the assyrian host without hand, he did it by his Angel, no hand appearing against them. np1 vvd dt j pp-f np1, cc vvd dt jp n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp po31 n1, dx n1 vvg p-acp pno32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12937 The Lord smote Herod, and he died without hand ( Acts 12.23.) Immediately (that is, presently, The Lord smote Herod, and he died without hand (Acts 12.23.) Immediately (that is, presently, dt n1 vvd np1, cc pns31 vvd p-acp n1 (n2 crd.) av-j (cst vbz, av-j, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12938 as the Greeke word imports, 'tis true also, immediately, that is, without humane meanes, as our English word also imports) the Angel of the Lord smote him, as the Greek word imports, it's true also, immediately, that is, without humane means, as our English word also imports) the Angel of the Lord smote him, c-acp dt jp n1 vvz, pn31|vbz j av, av-j, cst vbz, p-acp j n2, c-acp po12 np1 n1 av vvz) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd pno31, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12939 and he was eaten of wormes, and gave up the Ghost. and he was eaten of worms, and gave up the Ghost. cc pns31 vbds vvn pp-f n2, cc vvd a-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12940 What a poore worme was that mighty man in the hand of God, when God slew him without hand, What a poor worm was that mighty man in the hand of God, when God slew him without hand, q-crq dt j n1 vbds d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12941 and commanded the wormes to eate him? Jesus Christ, who is also the mighty God (Isa: 9.6.) called himselfe a worme and no man, in his humiliations for the redemption of lost man ( Psal: 22.6.) What are the mightiest men but wormes to God, who is so mighty, that if he say the word, wormes become their Masters. and commanded the worms to eat him? jesus christ, who is also the mighty God (Isaiah: 9.6.) called himself a worm and no man, in his humiliations for the redemption of lost man (Psalm: 22.6.) What Are the Mightiest men but worms to God, who is so mighty, that if he say the word, worms become their Masters. cc vvd dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno31? np1 np1, r-crq vbz av dt j np1 (np1: crd.) vvn px31 dt n1 cc dx n1, p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 (np1: crd.) q-crq vbr dt js n2 p-acp n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz av j, cst cs pns31 vvb dt n1, n2 vvb po32 n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12942 The mighty Giants are before God but pigmy's, punyes, or children. The mighty Giants Are before God but pigmy's, punies, or children. dt j n2 vbr p-acp np1 p-acp ng1, n2-j, cc n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12943 The Prophet gives a good warning ( Jer: 9.23.) Let not the mighty man glory in his might. The Prophet gives a good warning (Jer: 9.23.) Let not the mighty man glory in his might. dt n1 vvz dt j n1 (np1: crd.) vvb xx dt j n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12944 Let him not glory in the might of his arme, Let him not glory in the might of his armes or Armies, Let him not glory in the might of his arm, Let him not glory in the might of his arms or Armies, vvb pno31 xx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno31 xx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12945 though man have an Army of mighty men about him, yet let him not glory in them, no nor in the might of his power or authority. though man have an Army of mighty men about him, yet let him not glory in them, no nor in the might of his power or Authority. cs n1 vhb dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp pno31, av vvb pno31 xx n1 p-acp pno32, uh-dx ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12946 If any man useth his might against God, what is his might unto God? ( Psal: 58.1.) Why boastest thou O mighty man, that thou canst doe mischiefe? If a man be mighty, If any man uses his might against God, what is his might unto God? (Psalm: 58.1.) Why boastest thou O mighty man, that thou Canst do mischief? If a man be mighty, cs d n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz po31 n1 p-acp np1? (np1: crd.) q-crq vv2 pns21 np1 j n1, cst pns21 vm2 vdi n1? cs dt n1 vbi j, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12947 and have a mind to doe mischiefe with his might, especially if he boasteth in his might, and have a mind to do mischief with his might, especially if he boasts in his might, cc vhb dt n1 pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp po31 n1, av-j cs pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12948 because he can doe mischiefe with it, he is not only sinfull, but weake and foolish. Because he can do mischief with it, he is not only sinful, but weak and foolish. c-acp pns31 vmb vdi n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp j cc j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12949 There is no greater morall weakness then to boast either of naturall, martiall, or civill strength. There is no greater moral weakness then to boast either of natural, martial, or civil strength. pc-acp vbz dx jc j n1 av pc-acp vvi d pp-f j, j, cc j n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12950 Could any of the mighty men of this world stand before the might of God, they had somewhat to boast of. Could any of the mighty men of this world stand before the might of God, they had somewhat to boast of. vmd d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vhd av pc-acp vvi pp-f. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 652
12992 and will not save them by Bowe, nor by Sword, nor by Battel, nor by Horses, nor Horsemen. and will not save them by Bow, nor by Sword, nor by Battle, nor by Horses, nor Horsemen. cc vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n2, ccx n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12951 Read the word of the Lord against the mighty ( Isa: 2.10.) Behold the Kings and Captaines of the earth trembling before the presence of the Lambe ( Rev: 6.15.) and then judge how weake the strongest are before the Lord? All ages are full of teaching examples, that there is no might to his who is Almighty. Secondly, Note. Read the word of the Lord against the mighty (Isaiah: 2.10.) Behold the Kings and Captains of the earth trembling before the presence of the Lamb (Rev: 6.15.) and then judge how weak the Strongest Are before the Lord? All ages Are full of teaching Examples, that there is no might to his who is Almighty. Secondly, Note. np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j (np1: crd.) vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd.) cc av vvb c-crq j dt js vbr p-acp dt n1? av-d n2 vbr j pp-f vvg n2, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po31 zz vbz j-jn. ord, n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2148 Page 653
12952 What ever God will doe he can easily doe it. What ever God will do he can Easily do it. q-crq av np1 vmb vdi pns31 vmb av-j vdi pn31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2149 Page 653
12953 He can effect it with a looke, with a cast of his eye, he can doe it with a breath of his mouth, he can doe it with a word. He can Effect it with a look, with a cast of his eye, he can do it with a breath of his Mouth, he can do it with a word. pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2150 Page 653
12954 It is said ( Exod: 14.24.) God looked unto the host of the Egyptians through the pillar of fire and through the cloud, It is said (Exod: 14.24.) God looked unto the host of the egyptians through the pillar of fire and through the cloud, pn31 vbz vvd (j: crd.) np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2150 Page 653
12955 and troubled the host of the Egyptians, and tooke off their Chariot wheeles, that they drave them heavily. and troubled the host of the egyptians, and took off their Chariot wheels, that they drave them heavily. cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, cc vvd a-acp po32 n1 n2, cst pns32 vvd pno32 av-j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2150 Page 653
12956 To looke upon them was an easie thing, God did not give them a stroake with his hand, To look upon them was an easy thing, God did not give them a stroke with his hand, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 vbds dt j n1, np1 vdd xx vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2150 Page 653
12957 but only a looke with his eye, and that overthrew them. Thirdly, Note. God can do the greatest things alone. but only a look with his eye, and that overthrew them. Thirdly, Note. God can do the greatest things alone. cc-acp av-j dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc cst vvd pno32. ord, n1. np1 vmb vdi dt js n2 av-j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2150 Page 653
12958 He can subdue the mighty, though none come forth to his help against the mighty; He can subdue the mighty, though none come forth to his help against the mighty; pns31 vmb vvi dt j, c-acp pix vvb av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12959 they are cursed who do not help the Lord against the mighty, when they set their might against the Lord; ( Judg. 5.23.) Curse ye Mero•, (saith the angel of the Lord,) curse ye bitterly the inhabitants thereof, they Are cursed who do not help the Lord against the mighty, when they Set their might against the Lord; (Judges 5.23.) Curse you Mero•, (Says the angel of the Lord,) curse you bitterly the inhabitants thereof, pns32 vbr vvn r-crq vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j, c-crq pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt n1; (np1 crd.) vvb pn22 np1, (vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1,) vvb pn22 av-j dt n2 av, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12960 because they came not forth to the help of the Lord, to the help of the Lord against the mighty. Because they Come not forth to the help of the Lord, to the help of the Lord against the mighty. c-acp pns32 vvd xx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12961 But though it be the sin of man not to help the Lord against the mighty, But though it be the since of man not to help the Lord against the mighty, cc-acp cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12962 yet the withdrawing of their help doth not hinder the Lord in his purpose against the mighty: yet the withdrawing of their help does not hinder the Lord in his purpose against the mighty: av dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12963 For, He taketh away the mighty without hands. For, He Takes away the mighty without hands. c-acp, pns31 vvz av dt j p-acp n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12964 Though men stir not, though angels should not stir to his help, yet his own arm can bring either salvation or destruction. Though men stir not, though Angels should not stir to his help, yet his own arm can bring either salvation or destruction. cs n2 vvb xx, cs n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, av po31 d n1 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12965 It is said of the Lord ( Isa. 44.24.) He stretched out the heavens alone; It is said of the Lord (Isaiah 44.24.) He stretched out the heavens alone; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd.) pns31 vvd av dt n2 av-j; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12966 there was none to help him to unfold that vast canopy of heaven, he stretcht out the heavens alone. there was none to help him to unfold that vast canopy of heaven, he stretched out the heavens alone. a-acp vbds pix pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd av dt n2 av-j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12967 As in the Creation he made all alone, so in Providence he can act and effect all alone. As in the Creation he made all alone, so in Providence he can act and Effect all alone. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd d j, av p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi d j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12968 It is a great glory to God, that he hath many instruments to help him, many tongues to speak for him, many hands to work for him; It is a great glory to God, that he hath many Instruments to help him, many tongues to speak for him, many hands to work for him; pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vhz d n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12969 but it is a greater glory to God that he needs none to help him, none to speak or work for him. but it is a greater glory to God that he needs none to help him, none to speak or work for him. cc-acp pn31 vbz dt jc n1 p-acp np1 cst pns31 vvz pix pc-acp vvi pno31, pix pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12970 In this the glory of the Lord infinitely outshines the glory of all the mighty Kings and Princes of the earth. In this the glory of the Lord infinitely outshines the glory of all the mighty Kings and Princes of the earth. p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 653
12971 They have done, and can do mighty things, but not without hands, and therefore they have the hands of thousands at command for them; They have done, and can do mighty things, but not without hands, and Therefore they have the hands of thousands At command for them; pns32 vhb vdn, cc vmb vdi j n2, cc-acp xx p-acp n2, cc av pns32 vhb dt n2 pp-f crd p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 654
12972 'tis not their place to put their hand to the work, 'tis enough that they give commands and orders, 'tis the duty of others to execute all their righteous commands, and fulfil their orders. it's not their place to put their hand to the work, it's enough that they give commands and order, it's the duty of Others to execute all their righteous commands, and fulfil their order. pn31|vbz xx po32 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz av-d cst pns32 vvb n2 cc n2, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2-jn pc-acp vvi d po32 j n2, cc vvi po32 n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 654
12973 But the Lord hath not only a commanding power, but an executing power too in himself; But the Lord hath not only a commanding power, but an executing power too in himself; p-acp dt n1 vhz xx av-j dt j-vvg n1, cc-acp dt vvg n1 av p-acp px31; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 654
12974 though no hand move, yet his affairs stand not still. God, and all creatures put together, are no more then God alone without any creature: though no hand move, yet his affairs stand not still. God, and all creatures put together, Are no more then God alone without any creature: cs dx n1 vvi, av po31 n2 vvb xx av. np1, cc d n2 vvd av, vbr av-dx av-dc cs np1 av-j p-acp d n1: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 654
12975 Many are useful, but none are necessary unto God. Take two inferences from it. First, This is matter of terror to wicked men; Many Are useful, but none Are necessary unto God. Take two inferences from it. First, This is matter of terror to wicked men; d vbr j, cc-acp pix vbr j p-acp np1. vvb crd n2 p-acp pn31. ord, d vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2152 Page 654
12976 though they see no hand in the world against them, much less any able to match them, least of all to check them, though they see no hand in the world against them, much less any able to match them, least of all to check them, cs pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, av-d av-dc d j pc-acp vvi pno32, ds pp-f d pc-acp vvi pno32, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2153 Page 654
12977 yea though they see all hands for them, yet this is no security to them, this is no assurance of one hours safety, seeing the Lord taketh away the mighty without hand, yea though they see all hands for them, yet this is no security to them, this is no assurance of one hours safety, seeing the Lord Takes away the mighty without hand, uh cs pns32 vvb d n2 p-acp pno32, av d vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32, d vbz dx n1 pp-f crd ng2 n1, vvg dt n1 vvz av dt j p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2153 Page 654
12978 and he usually doth it when they see not which way any hand can reach them. and he usually does it when they see not which Way any hand can reach them. cc pns31 av-j vdz pn31 c-crq pns32 vvb xx r-crq n1 d n1 vmb vvi pno32. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2153 Page 654
12979 It is the conclusion of one of the Ancients upon this place in reference to a mighty oppressour; It is the conclusion of one of the Ancients upon this place in Referente to a mighty oppressor; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f dt n2-j p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2153 Page 654
12980 He is invisibly pull'd down, who did visibly pull down; He ruined others with hands, but himself shall be ruin'd without hand; He is invisibly pulled down, who did visibly pull down; He ruined Others with hands, but himself shall be ruined without hand; pns31 vbz av-j vvn a-acp, r-crq vdd av-j vvi a-acp; pns31 vvd n2-jn p-acp n2, cc-acp px31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2153 Page 654
12981 he saw him whom he took away, but he shall not see him who takes him away. he saw him whom he took away, but he shall not see him who Takes him away. pns31 vvd pno31 r-crq pns31 vvd av, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31 r-crq vvz pno31 av. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2153 Page 654
12982 Let them who live without fear of any hand, remember the Apostles admonition, ( Heb. 10.31.) It is a fearful thing to fall into the hand of the living God, who takes away the mighty without hand. Let them who live without Fear of any hand, Remember the Apostles admonition, (Hebrew 10.31.) It is a fearful thing to fallen into the hand of the living God, who Takes away the mighty without hand. vvb pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, vvb dt n2 n1, (np1 crd.) pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, r-crq vvz av dt j p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2153 Page 654
12983 Secondly, This is matter of wonderful comfort, to all that fear God, and trust upon him, Secondly, This is matter of wondered Comfort, to all that Fear God, and trust upon him, ord, d vbz n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp d cst vvb np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12984 whether Princes or people, whether mighty men or mean men. What though ye see no hand for you; whither Princes or people, whither mighty men or mean men. What though you see no hand for you; cs n2 cc n1, cs j n2 cc j n2. q-crq cs pn22 vvb dx n1 p-acp pn22; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12985 yet 'tis enough if he be for you who saves you without hand. yet it's enough if he be for you who saves you without hand. av pn31|vbz d cs pns31 vbb p-acp pn22 r-crq vvz pn22 p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12986 The protecting and saving power of God, is as great and as effectual as his destroying power is; The protecting and Saving power of God, is as great and as effectual as his destroying power is; dt vvg cc vvg n1 pp-f np1, vbz a-acp j cc p-acp j c-acp po31 vvg n1 vbz; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12987 yea, he oftner saves without hand, then he destroyes without hand. yea, he oftener saves without hand, then he Destroys without hand. uh, pns31 av-c vvz p-acp n1, cs pns31 vvz p-acp n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12988 As the Kings of the earth, so the great King of heaven and earth, loves to deal his favours, As the Kings of the earth, so the great King of heaven and earth, loves to deal his favours, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12989 and bestow his rewards immediately with his own hand, but usually afflicts and punisheth by the hands of others. and bestow his rewards immediately with his own hand, but usually afflicts and Punisheth by the hands of Others. cc vvi po31 n2 av-j p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp av-j vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12990 That's a most pregnant Scripture to this purpose, ( Hos. 1.7.) where the Lord promiseth to save Judah; But Judah might say, I am in a very low condition, and no help appears: That's a most pregnant Scripture to this purpose, (Hos. 1.7.) where the Lord promises to save Judah; But Judah might say, I am in a very low condition, and no help appears: d|vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d n1, (np1 crd.) c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi np1; p-acp np1 vmd vvi, pns11 vbm p-acp dt j j n1, cc dx n1 vvz: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 654
12993 Judah shall be saved, though there be no hand to save them. I will save them (saith the Lord) by the Lord their God. I will do it immediately. Judah shall be saved, though there be no hand to save them. I will save them (Says the Lord) by the Lord their God. I will do it immediately. np1 vmb vbb vvn, cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. pns11 vmb vvi pno32 (vvz dt n1) p-acp dt n1 po32 n1. pns11 vmb vdi pn31 av-j. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
12994 And the Lord doth not only say (in the affirmative) he will save them without hand; And the Lord does not only say (in the affirmative) he will save them without hand; cc dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvb (p-acp dt j) pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
12995 but he saith also (in the Negative) that he will not save them with hands, But I will not save them by Bowe, but he Says also (in the Negative) that he will not save them with hands, But I will not save them by Bow, cc-acp pns31 vvz av (p-acp dt j-jn) cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp n2, p-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
12996 nor Sword, nor Battel, nor Horses, nor Horsemen; there shall be no appearance of these helps, I have heretofore destroyed you by Sword, nor Sword, nor Battle, nor Horses, nor Horsemen; there shall be no appearance of these helps, I have heretofore destroyed you by Sword, ccx n1, ccx n1, ccx n2, ccx n2; a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f d n2, pns11 vhb av vvn pn22 p-acp n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
12997 and Bowe, by Horses, and Horsemen, but I will have all the honour and thanks of your salvation to my self. and Bow, by Horses, and Horsemen, but I will have all the honour and thanks of your salvation to my self. cc n1, p-acp n2, cc n2, cc-acp pns11 vmb vhi d dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp po11 n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
12998 Though the Lords people have neither horses nor horsemen, though they are as helples as is imaginable, Though the lords people have neither Horses nor horsemen, though they Are as helpless as is imaginable, cs dt n2 n1 vhb dx n2 ccx n2, cs pns32 vbr a-acp j c-acp vbz j, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
12999 yet the Lord is able to save them, & he wil do it in the fittest season. yet the Lord is able to save them, & he will do it in the Fittest season. av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt js n1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
13000 As this is true in reference to Princes and Nations in their publique capacity, so private Christians may take up the comfort of it. As this is true in Referente to Princes and nations in their public capacity, so private Christians may take up the Comfort of it. p-acp d vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 j n1, av j np1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
13001 What though great distress and affliction be nigh, and no hand to save you, yet the Lord can save without hand; What though great distress and affliction be High, and no hand to save you, yet the Lord can save without hand; q-crq cs j n1 cc n1 vbb av-j, cc dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
13002 if you are low, he can raise you, though none lend a hand to raise you; if you Are low, he can raise you, though none lend a hand to raise you; cs pn22 vbr j, pns31 vmb vvi pn22, cs pix vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22; (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
13003 if poor, he can enrich you; if weak, he can strengthen you, though you have no means for either: if poor, he can enrich you; if weak, he can strengthen you, though you have no means for either: cs j, pns31 vmb vvi pn22; cs j, pns31 vmb vvi pn22, cs pn22 vhb dx n2 p-acp d: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
13004 It is an everlasting spring of comfort, that the Lord can do all things without hand, that he needs not be beholding to the creature, It is an everlasting spring of Comfort, that the Lord can do all things without hand, that he needs not be beholding to the creature, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vvz xx vbi vvg p-acp dt n1, (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
13005 nor stands in need of their help to effect either threatned judgments against Babylon, or his promised mercies unto Sion. nor Stands in need of their help to Effect either threatened Judgments against Babylon, or his promised Mercies unto Sion. ccx vvz p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi d j-vvn n2 p-acp np1, cc po31 j-vvn n2 p-acp np1. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2154 Page 655
13006 Thus we have seen Elihu describing the righteous, though severe dealings of God, both with people and Princes, who despise his counsels, and provoke his wrath: Thus we have seen Elihu describing the righteous, though severe dealings of God, both with people and Princes, who despise his Counsels, and provoke his wrath: av pns12 vhb vvn np1 vvg dt j, cs j n2-vvg pp-f np1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n2, r-crq vvb po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n1: (29) chapter (DIV2) 2155 Page 655
13007 The reason why they fall under his wrath, is further discovered in the next words. The reason why they fallen under his wrath, is further discovered in the next words. dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n1, vbz av-jc vvn p-acp dt ord n2. (29) chapter (DIV2) 2155 Page 655
13008 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 21, 22. For his eyes are upon the wayes of man, and he seeth all his goings. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 21, 22. For his eyes Are upon the ways of man, and he sees all his goings. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd p-acp po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vvz d po31 n2-vvg. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2155 Page 656
13009 There is no darkness nor shadow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. There is no darkness nor shadow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi px32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2157 Page 656
13010 IN the former verse Elihu reported the judgement of God both upon the people and upon the Princes of the earth, In a moment shall they die, &c. In these two verses, he gives us a proof that the Lord is righteous in judgement both upon Princes and people, IN the former verse Elihu reported the judgement of God both upon the people and upon the Princes of the earth, In a moment shall they die, etc. In these two Verses, he gives us a proof that the Lord is righteous in judgement both upon Princes and people, p-acp dt j n1 np1 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 av-d p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vmb pns32 vvi, av p-acp d crd n2, pns31 vvz pno12 dt n1 cst dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1 av-d p-acp n2 cc n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2158 Page 656
13011 or he assignes the ground of it. or he assigns the ground of it. cc pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2158 Page 656
13012 That the words are a reason of the former, the Causal Particle in the beginning of the 21th verse puts it out of question. That the words Are a reason of the former, the Causal Particle in the beginning of the 21th verse puts it out of question. cst dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j, dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1 vvz pn31 av pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2158 Page 656
13014 As if he had said, God doth not these things, he troubles not Nations, and Nobles, People, As if he had said, God does not these things, he Troubles not nations, and Nobles, People, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, np1 vdz xx d n2, pns31 vvz xx n2, cc n2-j, n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2159 Page 656
13015 or Princes, by an absolute and soveraigne power, or because he will, but he finds just cause to do it; or Princes, by an absolute and sovereign power, or Because he will, but he finds just cause to do it; cc n2, p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1, cc c-acp pns31 vmb, cc-acp pns31 vvz j n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2159 Page 656
13016 What men do, is enough to justifie God in what they suffer: What men do, is enough to justify God in what they suffer: r-crq n2 vdb, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2159 Page 656
13017 He hath alwayes power enough in his hand to destroy all men, and to turn this world back into its first nothing, He hath always power enough in his hand to destroy all men, and to turn this world back into its First nothing, pns31 vhz av n1 av-d p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 av p-acp po31 ord pix, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2159 Page 656
13018 but he never useth his power, nor puts it forth without cause. For his eyes are upon the wayes of man, &c. God is a Spirit, the simplicity of his Essence is his first and highest perfection, he is purely incorporeal; but he never uses his power, nor puts it forth without cause. For his eyes Are upon the ways of man, etc. God is a Spirit, the simplicity of his Essence is his First and highest perfection, he is purely incorporeal; cc-acp pns31 av-x vvz po31 n1, ccx vvz pn31 av p-acp n1. p-acp po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av np1 vbz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz po31 ord cc js n1, pns31 vbz av-j j; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2159 Page 656
13019 yet as the passions of man's minde, so the members of his body are often in Scripture attributed unto God; yet as the passion of Man's mind, so the members of his body Are often in Scripture attributed unto God; av c-acp dt n2 pp-f ng1 n1, av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbr av p-acp n1 vvn p-acp np1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2160 Page 656
13020 we read of the face of God, of the hand of God, of the ear of God, and as in many other places, we read of the face of God, of the hand of God, of the ear of God, and as in many other places, pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2160 Page 656
13021 so in this, of the eyes of God: Now as the ear of God notes only his power of hearing, so in this, of the eyes of God: Now as the ear of God notes only his power of hearing, av p-acp d, pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av-j po31 n1 pp-f vvg, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2160 Page 656
13022 and the hand of God his power of working, so the eye or eyes of God note only his power of seeing, knowing and discerning the wayes of men. and the hand of God his power of working, so the eye or eyes of God note only his power of seeing, knowing and discerning the ways of men. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1 pp-f vvg, av dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1 vvb av-j po31 n1 pp-f vvg, vvg cc vvg dt n2 pp-f n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2160 Page 656
13023 And when Elihu saith, his eyes are upon the wayes of man, his meaning is only this, he clearly discerns and understands the wayes of man. And when Elihu Says, his eyes Are upon the ways of man, his meaning is only this, he clearly discerns and understands the ways of man. cc c-crq np1 vvz, po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, po31 n1 vbz av-j d, pns31 av-j vvz cc vvz dt n2 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2160 Page 656
13024 These words, his eyes are upon the wayes of man, intimate, First, A present act, he doth not say, they were, These words, his eyes Are upon the ways of man, intimate, First, A present act, he does not say, they were, d n2, po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvi, ord, dt j n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns32 vbdr, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13025 or they will be upon the wayes of man, but they are. Secondly, They imply as a present, so a continued act; or they will be upon the ways of man, but they Are. Secondly, They imply as a present, so a continued act; cc pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr. ord, pns32 vvb p-acp dt j, av dt j-vvn n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13026 his eyes are so upon the wayes of man, that they are never off them. The eyes of God dwell, as it were, upon the wayes of man: his eyes Are so upon the ways of man, that they Are never off them. The eyes of God dwell, as it were, upon the ways of man: po31 n2 vbr av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vbr av-x p-acp pno32. dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13027 His eyes are said indeed to run to and fro through the whole earth, (2 Chron. 16.8.) yet they do not wander from one object to another, His eyes Are said indeed to run to and from through the Whole earth, (2 Chronicles 16.8.) yet they do not wander from one Object to Another, png31 n2 vbr vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, (crd np1 crd.) av pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13028 but are fixed and setled upon every one. but Are fixed and settled upon every one. cc-acp vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp d crd. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13029 Thirdly, they imply an intentive act, or the seri•usness of the heart of God upon the wayes of man. Thirdly, they imply an intentive act, or the seri•usness of the heart of God upon the ways of man. ord, pns32 vvb dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13030 We may behold a thing, and yet take no great notice of it; We may behold a thing, and yet take no great notice of it; pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, cc av vvb dx j n1 pp-f pn31; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13031 but when our eyes are said to be upon any thing, this imports they are busied much upon it. but when our eyes Are said to be upon any thing, this imports they Are busied much upon it. cc-acp c-crq po12 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1, d vvz pns32 vbr vvn av-d p-acp pn31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13032 Fourthly, This manner of speaking signifieth not only a clear sight, but that which is operative, carrying with it a most exact scrutiny or disquisition of the wayes of men, according to that expression of the Psalmist, ( Psal. 11.4.) His eyes behold, his eye-lids try the children of men. Fourthly, This manner of speaking signifies not only a clear sighed, but that which is operative, carrying with it a most exact scrutiny or disquisition of the ways of men, according to that expression of the Psalmist, (Psalm 11.4.) His eyes behold, his eyelids try the children of men. ord, d n1 pp-f vvg vvz xx av-j dt j n1, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz j-jn, vvg p-acp pn31 dt av-ds j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd.) po31 n2 vvi, po31 n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13033 God doth not only behold, but his eye-lids try the wayes of men; God does not only behold, but his eyelids try the ways of men; np1 vdz xx av-j vvi, cc-acp po31 n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13034 that is, he so looks upon them, that he looks through them, and discerneth what they are to the utmost. that is, he so looks upon them, that he looks through them, and discerneth what they Are to the utmost. d vbz, pns31 av vvz p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz r-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13035 God doth not only behold the body and bulk of our actions, but the soul and spirit of them, God does not only behold the body and bulk of our actions, but the soul and Spirit of them, np1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13036 and while he seeth them, he seeth into them. and while he sees them, he sees into them. cc cs pns31 vvz pno32, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13037 All this, and much more then we can apprehend, is comprehended in those words, His eyes are upon The wayes of man. All this, and much more then we can apprehend, is comprehended in those words, His eyes Are upon The ways of man. av-d d, cc av-d av-dc cs pns12 vmb vvi, vbz vvn p-acp d n2, po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2161 Page 657
13038 The word is plural, not way, but wayes; which shews the extensiveness of the sight or knowledge of God: The word is plural, not Way, but ways; which shows the extensiveness of the sighed or knowledge of God: dt n1 vbz j, xx n1, p-acp n2; r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2162 Page 657
13039 The word being put indefinitely, is to be taken universally: The word being put indefinitely, is to be taken universally: dt n1 vbg vvn av-j, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2162 Page 657
13040 His eyes are not confined to this or that object, to this or that place, to this or that person, His eyes Are not confined to this or that Object, to this or that place, to this or that person, po31 n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp d cc d n1, p-acp d cc d n1, p-acp d cc d n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2162 Page 657
13041 but his eyes look over all, His eyes are upon the wayes of man. Yet further, the wayes of man may be distinguished; but his eyes look over all, His eyes Are upon the ways of man. Yet further, the ways of man may be distinguished; cc-acp po31 n2 vvb p-acp d, po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. av av-jc, dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2162 Page 657
13042 First, As they are either internal or external. First, As they Are either internal or external. ord, c-acp pns32 vbr av-d j cc j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 657
13043 The internal wayes of man, are the wayes of his heart, as the Prophet hath it, ( Isa. 57.17.) He went on frowardly in the way of his heart. The internal ways of man, Are the ways of his heart, as the Prophet hath it, (Isaiah 57.17.) He went on frowardly in the Way of his heart. dt j n2 pp-f n1, vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 vhz pn31, (np1 crd.) pns31 vvd a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 657
13044 And these wayes of the heart, our inward wayes are, first, our thoughts, what we imagine and conceive; And these ways of the heart, our inward ways Are, First, our thoughts, what we imagine and conceive; cc d n2 pp-f dt n1, po12 j n2 vbr, ord, po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 657
13045 secondly, our affections, what we love, and what we hate, what we rejoyce in, and what we mourn for, declare the way of our hearts. secondly, our affections, what we love, and what we hate, what we rejoice in, and what we mourn for, declare the Way of our hearts. ord, po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vvb, cc r-crq pns12 vvb, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, cc r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 657
13046 Thirdly, The wayes of the heart are a man's purposes, resolutions, and intentions what to do. Thirdly, The ways of the heart Are a Man's Purposes, resolutions, and intentions what to do. ord, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr dt ng1 n2, n2, cc n2 r-crq pc-acp vdi. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 657
13047 Fourthly, The wayes of the heart are man's designes, or his aims, what he drives at, Fourthly, The ways of the heart Are Man's designs, or his aims, what he drives At, ord, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr ng1 n2, cc po31 n2, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13048 or proposeth as his end in all that he doth. In this latitude we are to understand the present Text; or Proposeth as his end in all that he does. In this latitude we Are to understand the present Text; cc vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d cst pns31 vdz. p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13049 when Elihu saith, the eyes of God are upon the wayes of man, remember they are upon his thoughts, upon his affections, upon his purposes, upon his designes and aimes, all these are before the Lord; when Elihu Says, the eyes of God Are upon the ways of man, Remember they Are upon his thoughts, upon his affections, upon his Purposes, upon his designs and aims, all these Are before the Lord; c-crq np1 vvz, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvb pns32 vbr p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, d d vbr p-acp dt n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13050 as it is said of Christ, ( Joh• 2.25.) He needed not that any should testifie of man; as it is said of christ, (Joh• 2.25.) He needed not that any should testify of man; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) pns31 vvd xx d d vmd vvi pp-f n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13051 for he knew what was in man; that is, both the state of his heart, and all the movings of it. for he knew what was in man; that is, both the state of his heart, and all the movings of it. c-acp pns31 vvd r-crq vbds p-acp n1; cst vbz, d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f pn31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13052 And if the Lord's eyes be upon the internal wayes of man, then certainly they are upon the external wayes of man; And if the Lord's eyes be upon the internal ways of man, then Certainly they Are upon the external ways of man; cc cs dt ng1 n2 vbb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, av av-j pns32 vbr p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13053 if he knoweth what work the heart is at or about, certainly he knoweth what the hand is at or about. if he Knoweth what work the heart is At or about, Certainly he Knoweth what the hand is At or about. cs pns31 vvz r-crq n1 dt n1 vbz p-acp cc a-acp, av-j pns31 vvz r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp cc a-acp. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13054 He that knoweth which way the minde goeth, cannot but know which way the foot goeth. He that Knoweth which Way the mind Goes, cannot but know which Way the foot Goes. pns31 cst vvz r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz, vmbx p-acp vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13074 This latter clause of the verse is of the same sence with the former, therefore I shall not stay upon the opening of it. This latter clause of the verse is of the same sense with the former, Therefore I shall not stay upon the opening of it. d d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pp-f dt d n1 p-acp dt j, av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2166 Page 659
13055 His eyes are upon the external wayes of man, but 'tis his chief glory that his eyes are upon the internal wayes of man, ( Gen. 6.5.) The Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great upon the earth: His eyes Are upon the external ways of man, but it's his chief glory that his eyes Are upon the internal ways of man, (Gen. 6.5.) The Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great upon the earth: po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz po31 n-jn n1 cst po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, (np1 crd.) dt n1 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds j p-acp dt n1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13056 He saw man's actions or outward wayes were very wicked, but besides that, saith the Text, He saw, that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. He saw Man's actions or outward ways were very wicked, but beside that, Says the Text, He saw, that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. pns31 vvd ng1 n2 cc j n2 vbdr av j, cc-acp p-acp d, vvz dt n1, pns31 vvd, cst d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbds av-j j-jn av-j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13057 He saw the wayes within, what was formed up, or (as the word there notes) what creatures were made and fashioned in the minde of man. He saw the ways within, what was formed up, or (as the word there notes) what creatures were made and fashioned in the mind of man. pns31 vvd dt n2 a-acp, r-crq vbds vvn a-acp, cc (c-acp dt n1 a-acp n2) r-crq n2 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13058 Thus, if we take the wayes in that distinction of internal and external, the eyes of God are upon them. Thus, if we take the ways in that distinction of internal and external, the eyes of God Are upon them. av, cs pns12 vvb dt n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f j cc j, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp pno32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2163 Page 658
13059 Secondly, Take the wayes of man as differenced in their kinds, as they are either good or evil; Secondly, Take the ways of man as differenced in their Kinds, as they Are either good or evil; ord, vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 c-acp vvn p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vbr av-d j cc j-jn; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13060 the eyes of the Lord are upon both. the eyes of the Lord Are upon both. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp d. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13061 They are (saith Solomon, Prov. 15.3.) in every place, beholding the evil and the good: They Are (Says Solomon, Curae 15.3.) in every place, beholding the evil and the good: pns32 vbr (vvz np1, np1 crd.) p-acp d n1, vvg dt j-jn cc dt j: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13062 that is, the evil wayes and the good wayes of men. that is, the evil ways and the good ways of men. cst vbz, dt j-jn n2 cc dt j n2 pp-f n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13063 But saith not the Prophet ( Habbak. 1.14.) Thou art of purer eyes then to behold evil? Which may seem, at first reading, to imply, that God doth not behold the evil wayes or actings of men. But Says not the Prophet (Habakkuk. 1.14.) Thou art of Purer eyes then to behold evil? Which may seem, At First reading, to imply, that God does not behold the evil ways or actings of men. p-acp vvz xx dt n1 (vvb. crd.) pns21 vb2r pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi n-jn? r-crq vmb vvi, p-acp ord vvg, pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vdz xx vvi dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13064 I answer, if we distinguish the word behold, we shall soon reconcile these Scriptures. I answer, if we distinguish the word behold, we shall soon reconcile these Scriptures. pns11 vvb, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 vvb, pns12 vmb av vvi d n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13065 To behold, is either to discerne what is before us, or to behold, is to approve what is before us. To behold, is either to discern what is before us, or to behold, is to approve what is before us. p-acp vvb, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz p-acp pno12, cc p-acp vvb, vbz pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz p-acp pno12. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13066 There is a seeing of knowledge, and there is a seeing of contentment; There is a seeing of knowledge, and there is a seeing of contentment; pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13067 now when the Prophet saith, the Lord is of purer eyes then to behold evil, his meaning is, he doth not, he cannot behold evil with contentment or approbation, otherwise the Lord beholds evil, now when the Prophet Says, the Lord is of Purer eyes then to behold evil, his meaning is, he does not, he cannot behold evil with contentment or approbation, otherwise the Lord beholds evil, av c-crq dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vbz pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi j-jn, po31 n1 vbz, pns31 vdz xx, pns31 vmbx vvi j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1, av dt n1 vvz j-jn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13068 even all the evil in the world; both good and evil are before him, who is himself only and altogether good. even all the evil in the world; both good and evil Are before him, who is himself only and altogether good. av d dt j-jn p-acp dt n1; d j cc j-jn vbr p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz px31 j cc av j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 658
13069 His eyes are upon the ways of Man. Not only upon the wayes of this or that man, but of every man; His eyes Are upon the ways of Man. Not only upon the ways of this or that man, but of every man; po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 xx av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cc d n1, cc-acp pp-f d n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2164 Page 659
13070 let man be what he will for a man, let him be a great man, let man be what he will for a man, let him be a great man, vvb n1 vbi r-crq pns31 vmb p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 vbi dt j n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2165 Page 659
13071 or a mean man, let him be a rich man or a poor man, let him be a wise man or a fool, let him be an ignorant or a knowing man, let him be a holy or a prophane man, let him be a subtle or a simple man, his eyes are upon him. or a mean man, let him be a rich man or a poor man, let him be a wise man or a fool, let him be an ignorant or a knowing man, let him be a holy or a profane man, let him be a subtle or a simple man, his eyes Are upon him. cc dt j n1, vvb pno31 vbi dt j n1 cc dt j n1, vvb pno31 vbi dt j n1 cc dt n1, vvb pno31 vbi dt j cc dt j-vvg n1, vvb pno31 vbi dt j cc dt j n1, vvb pno31 vbi dt j cc dt j n1, po31 n2 vbr p-acp pno31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2165 Page 659
13072 Those things which difference men among themselves, make no difference at all among them, as to the eye of God. Those things which difference men among themselves, make no difference At all among them, as to the eye of God. d n2 r-crq n1 n2 p-acp px32, vvb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2165 Page 659
13073 His eyes are upon the wayes of (whomsoever you can c•ll) man. And he seeth all his goings. His eyes Are upon the ways of (whomsoever you can c•ll) man. And he sees all his goings. po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f (ro-crq pn22 vmb vvi) n1. cc pns31 vvz d po31 n2-vvg. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2165 Page 659
13159 and proceedeth upon certain knowledge of every mans case and condition. and Proceedeth upon certain knowledge of every men case and condition. cc vvz p-acp j n1 pp-f d ng1 n1 cc n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13075 The Scripture often useth Synonoma's, and repeats the same thing in other terms, to shew the truth and certainty of it; The Scripture often uses Synonoma's, and repeats the same thing in other terms, to show the truth and certainty of it; dt n1 av vvz npg1, cc vvz dt d n1 p-acp j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2166 Page 659
13076 and surely the Spirit gives a double stroke here, to strike this truth home into our hearts, and surely the Spirit gives a double stroke Here, to strike this truth home into our hearts, cc av-j dt n1 vvz dt j-jn n1 av, pc-acp vvi d n1 av-an p-acp po12 n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2166 Page 659
13077 and fasten it in our mindes, He beholdeth the wayes, and he seeth al• the goings of man. and fasten it in our minds, He beholdeth the ways, and he sees al• the goings of man. cc vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vvz dt n2, cc pns31 vvz n1 dt n2-vvg pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2166 Page 659
13078 The word translated seeing, signifieth a very curious or critical sight, as was opened before. Again, these latter words say, he seeth All his goings. The word translated seeing, signifies a very curious or critical sighed, as was opened before. Again, these latter words say, he sees All his goings. dt n1 vvn vvg, vvz dt j j cc j n1, c-acp vbds vvn a-acp. av, d d n2 vvb, pns31 vvz d po31 n2-vvg. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2166 Page 659
13079 Where we have the universal particle exprest, which was only understood in the forme. And though these two words, wayes and goings may be expounded for the same thing, Where we have the universal particle expressed, which was only understood in the Form. And though these two words, ways and goings may be expounded for the same thing, c-crq pns12 vhb dt j n1 vvn, r-crq vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. cc cs d crd n2, n2 cc n2-vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt d n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2168 Page 659
13080 yet in this conjunction we may distinguish them, by understanding the word wayes, for the constant course of a man's life, yet in this conjunction we may distinguish them, by understanding the word ways, for the constant course of a Man's life, av p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi pno32, p-acp vvg dt n1 n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2168 Page 659
13081 and the word goings, for his particular and renewed motions in those wayes. and the word goings, for his particular and renewed motions in those ways. cc dt n1 n2-vvg, p-acp po31 j cc j-vvn n2 p-acp d n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2168 Page 659
13082 The Original word rendred goings, signifies somtimes going with much caution, yea with a kinde of state or pomp, yet frequently any ordinary going. The Original word rendered goings, signifies sometimes going with much caution, yea with a kind of state or pomp, yet frequently any ordinary going. dt j-jn n1 vvn n2-vvg, vvz av vvg p-acp d n1, uh p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av av-j d j n-vvg. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2168 Page 659
13083 Now, when Elihu asserts, The Lord seeth all his goings; we may sum up the matter under these five considerations; Now, when Elihu asserts, The Lord sees all his goings; we may sum up the matter under these five considerations; av, c-crq np1 n2, dt n1 vvz d po31 n2-vvg; pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp d crd n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2169 Page 659
13084 He seeth First, Where he goeth, what his path is. He sees First, Where he Goes, what his path is. pns31 vvz ord, c-crq pns31 vvz, r-crq po31 n1 vbz. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2169 Page 659
13085 Secondly, He seeth whether he is going, what he makes the end of his journey or travel. Secondly, He sees whither he is going, what he makes the end of his journey or travel. ord, pns31 vvz cs pns31 vbz vvg, r-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2169 Page 659
13086 Thirdly, when he goeth, or sets out, what time he takes for every undertaking. Thirdly, when he Goes, or sets out, what time he Takes for every undertaking. ord, c-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvz av, q-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp d n-vvg. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2169 Page 659
13087 Fourthly, how far he goeth, the Lord takes notice of everystep, what progress he makes in any business good or bad. Fourthly, how Far he Goes, the Lord Takes notice of everystep, what progress he makes in any business good or bad. ord, c-crq av-j pns31 vvz, dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f n1, r-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 j cc j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2169 Page 660
13088 Fifthly, he seeth in what manner he goeth, with what heart, with what mind, or frame of soule he goeth. Fifthly, he sees in what manner he Goes, with what heart, with what mind, or frame of soul he Goes. ord, pns31 vvz p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz, p-acp r-crq n1, p-acp r-crq n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vvz. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2169 Page 660
13089 Thus distinct and exact is the Lord in beholding the wayes, and in seeing all the goings of man. Hence note, First. Thus distinct and exact is the Lord in beholding the ways, and in seeing all the goings of man. Hence note, First. av j cc j vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n2, cc p-acp vvg d dt n2-vvg pp-f n1. av vvi, ord. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2169 Page 660
13090 Surely the Lord is a God of knowledge. Surely the Lord is a God of knowledge. np1 dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2170 Page 660
13091 If we could conceive a man to have his eyes in all places, and upon all persons, If we could conceive a man to have his eyes in all places, and upon all Persons, cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n2 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13092 an eye upon all hearts, and an eye in all hearts, as wel as an eye upon all hands, you would say this man must needs be a knowing man, especially if he have such an eye, an eye upon all hearts, and an eye in all hearts, as well as an eye upon all hands, you would say this man must needs be a knowing man, especially if he have such an eye, dt n1 p-acp d n2, cc dt n1 p-acp d n2, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, pn22 vmd vvi d n1 vmb av vbi dt j-vvg n1, av-j cs pns31 vhb d dt n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13093 as the eye of God is, a discerning eye, a distinguishing eye, a trying eye, an eye which seeth to the bottome of whatsoever it seeth. as the eye of God is, a discerning eye, a distinguishing eye, a trying eye, an eye which sees to the bottom of whatsoever it sees. c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, dt j-vvg n1, dt j-vvg n1, dt vvg n1, dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn31 vvz. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13094 Hannah sayd this in her song (1 Sam. 2.3.) Speak not so proudly, let not arrogancy come out of your lips; Hannah said this in her song (1 Sam. 2.3.) Speak not so proudly, let not arrogance come out of your lips; np1 vvd d p-acp po31 n1 (vvd np1 crd.) vvb xx av av-j, vvb xx n1 vvi av pp-f po22 n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13095 for the Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed. for the Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions Are weighed. p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp pno31 n2 vbr vvn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13096 'Tis not a slight superficial knowledge which God hath of things or persons, by him actions are weighed, and so are the Actors. It's not a slight superficial knowledge which God hath of things or Persons, by him actions Are weighed, and so Are the Actors. pn31|vbz xx dt j j n1 r-crq np1 vhz pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp pno31 n2 vbr vvn, cc av vbr dt n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13097 God puts all into an even ballance, and he will weigh both persons and actions to a graine, God puts all into an even balance, and he will weigh both Persons and actions to a grain, np1 vvz d p-acp dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13098 yea every word and thought shall goe into the ballance. yea every word and Thought shall go into the balance. uh d n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13099 It was said to that great Monarch Belteshazer, by a hand-writing upon the wall, Thou art weighed in the ballances. It was said to that great Monarch Belteshazzar, by a handwriting upon the wall, Thou art weighed in the balances. pn31 vbds vvn p-acp d j n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13100 The Lord weighed that great King, he weighed all his power, and the exercise of it; The Lord weighed that great King, he weighed all his power, and the exercise of it; dt n1 vvd cst j n1, pns31 vvd d po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13101 and he that weigheth Kings, will not leave the meanest subject unweighed; by him actions are weighed. and he that weigheth Kings, will not leave the Meanest Subject unweighed; by him actions Are weighed. cc pns31 cst vvz n2, vmb xx vvi dt js n-jn j; p-acp pno31 n2 vbr vvn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13102 We many times passe over our actions without consideration, and never take the weight of them, at least, we never weigh them in the Sanctuary ballance. We many times pass over our actions without consideration, and never take the weight of them, At least, we never weigh them in the Sanctuary balance. pns12 d n2 vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1, cc av-x vvb dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp ds, pns12 av-x vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13103 If they will beare weight in the ballance of the world, we presume they will in Gods ballance also. If they will bear weight in the balance of the world, we presume they will in God's balance also. cs pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb pns32 vmb p-acp npg1 n1 av. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13104 But as the Lord is a God of knowledge otherwise then man is, so by him actions are weighed otherwise then by man. But as the Lord is a God of knowledge otherwise then man is, so by him actions Are weighed otherwise then by man. cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av av n1 vbz, av p-acp pno31 n2 vbr vvn av av p-acp n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13105 It is said of Idolls ( Psal: 115.15.) They have eyes and see not; It is said of Idols (Psalm: 115.15.) They have eyes and see not; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f n2 (np1: crd.) pns32 vhb n2 cc vvb xx; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13106 but we may say of the Lord Jehovah the true God, the living God, he hath properly, no eyes, yet he seeth; but we may say of the Lord Jehovah the true God, the living God, he hath properly, no eyes, yet he sees; p-acp pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 np1 dt j np1, dt j-vvg np1, pns31 vhz av-j, dx n2, av pns31 vvz; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13107 and his faculty of seeing is infinitely above that which himselfe hath planted in man. and his faculty of seeing is infinitely above that which himself hath planted in man. cc po31 n1 pp-f vvg vbz av-j p-acp d r-crq px31 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13108 The Atheist while he is about the worst work in the world, the breaking in pieces of the people of God, The Atheist while he is about the worst work in the world, the breaking in Pieces of the people of God, dt n1 cs pns31 vbz p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, dt vvg p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13109 and afflicting his heritage, while he is slaying the widow, and the stranger, and murdering the fatherlesse, and afflicting his heritage, while he is slaying the widow, and the stranger, and murdering the fatherless, cc vvg po31 n1, cs pns31 vbz vvg dt n1, cc dt n1, cc vvg dt j, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13110 while he is (I say) at such kind of worke as this, he saith ( Psal: 94.7.) The Lord shall not see; while he is (I say) At such kind of work as this, he Says (Psalm: 94.7.) The Lord shall not see; cs pns31 vbz (pns11 vvb) p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 c-acp d, pns31 vvz (np1: crd.) dt n1 vmb xx vvi; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 660
13111 neither shall the God of Jacob regard it. neither shall the God of Jacob regard it. dx vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pn31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13112 But what saith the Psalmist to him and such as he ( v. 8, 9.) Ʋnderstand ye brutish among the people, he that formed the eye, shall not he see? Those words of the Prophet to King Asa (2 Chron: 16.9.) The eyes of the Lord run too and fro through the whole earth, are an allusion to a man who having a desire to know much, But what Says the Psalmist to him and such as he (v. 8, 9.) Ʋnderstand you brutish among the people, he that formed the eye, shall not he see? Those words of the Prophet to King Asa (2 Chronicles: 16.9.) The eyes of the Lord run too and from through the Whole earth, Are an allusion to a man who having a desire to know much, cc-acp q-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31 cc d c-acp pns31 (n1 crd, crd) vvb pn22 j p-acp dt n1, pns31 cst vvd dt n1, vmb xx pns31 vvi? d n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 np1 (crd n1: crd.) dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb av cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1 q-crq vhg dt n1 pc-acp vvi d, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13113 or to see all in the world, runs up and down, travels from place to place, from Country to Country for information. or to see all in the world, runs up and down, travels from place to place, from Country to Country for information. cc pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1, vvz a-acp cc a-acp, vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13114 The Lord would have us know that he knoweth every thing as exactly, as they who run from place to place to see what's done in every place. The Lord would have us know that he Knoweth every thing as exactly, as they who run from place to place to see what's done in every place. dt n1 vmd vhi pno12 vvb cst pns31 vvz d n1 c-acp av-j, c-acp pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi q-crq|vbz vdn p-acp d n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13115 It is prophecyed of the latter times ( Dan: 12.4.) Many shall run too and fro, and knowledge shall be increased; It is prophesied of the latter times (Dan: 12.4.) Many shall run too and from, and knowledge shall be increased; pn31 vbz vvd pp-f dt d n2 (n1: crd.) d vmb vvi av cc av, cc n1 vmb vbi vvn; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13116 that is, many shall be so graciously greedy of knowledge, that they will refuse no labour nor travel to attaine it. that is, many shall be so graciously greedy of knowledge, that they will refuse no labour nor travel to attain it. cst vbz, d vmb vbi av av-j j pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi dx n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13117 They will run too and fro, to inquire and search for it, they will not thinke any time or labour lost, They will run too and from, to inquire and search for it, they will not think any time or labour lost, pns32 vmb vvi av cc av, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb xx vvi d n1 cc n1 vvn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13118 if they may but gaine that precious commodity by it, called true knowledge, or the knowledge of the truth. if they may but gain that precious commodity by it, called true knowledge, or the knowledge of the truth. cs pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp pn31, vvd j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13119 And that expression of running too and fro, may wel be expounded, they shall by discourse and arguing beare out the truth; And that expression of running too and from, may well be expounded, they shall by discourse and arguing bear out the truth; cc d n1 pp-f vvg av cc av, vmb av vbi vvn, pns32 vmb p-acp n1 cc vvg vvb av dt n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13120 In discoursing the mind runs too and fro faster then the feete can in travelling; In discoursing the mind runs too and from faster then the feet can in traveling; p-acp vvg dt n1 vvz av cc av av-jc cs dt n2 vmb p-acp vvg; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13121 In discourse we run from poynt to poynt, from reason to reason, from objection to objection, from question to question, till we come to solid answers and conclusions, and so knowledge is increased. In discourse we run from point to point, from reason to reason, from objection to objection, from question to question, till we come to solid answers and conclusions, and so knowledge is increased. p-acp n1 pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc av n1 vbz vvn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13122 The Lord is surely a God of knowledge, whose eyes run too and fro without motion, The Lord is surely a God of knowledge, whose eyes run too and from without motion, dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n2 vvb av cc av p-acp n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13123 and see the bottome of all things, without discourse or argumentation. Secondly, Note. and see the bottom of all things, without discourse or argumentation. Secondly, Note. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp n1 cc n1. ord, n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2171 Page 661
13124 The Lords knowledge of man never abateth, he is alwayes observing and alike observing what men doe and what men are. The lords knowledge of man never abateth, he is always observing and alike observing what men do and what men Are. dt n2 n1 pp-f n1 av-x vvz, pns31 vbz av vvg cc av-j vvg r-crq n2 vdb cc r-crq n2 vbr. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2172 Page 661
13125 The best the most waking men, have their slumbrings and sleepings; but the Lord neither slumbreth nor sleepeth, his eyes are upon the wayes of man. The best the most waking men, have their slumbrings and sleepings; but the Lord neither Slumbereth nor Sleepeth, his eyes Are upon the ways of man. dt js dt av-ds vvg n2, vhb po32 n2 cc n2-vvg; cc-acp dt n1 av-dx vvz ccx vvz, po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2173 Page 661
13126 And when the Scripture saith, The Lord doth neither slumber nor sleepe, we may understand it in a twofold reference. And when the Scripture Says, The Lord does neither slumber nor sleep, we may understand it in a twofold Referente. cc c-crq dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vdz av-dx vvi ccx n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2173 Page 661
13127 First, as to the protection of his people ( Psal: 121.4.) Behold he that keepeth Israel, shall neither slumber nor sleep; First, as to the protection of his people (Psalm: 121.4.) Behold he that Keepeth Israel, shall neither slumber nor sleep; ord, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 (np1: crd.) vvb pns31 cst vvz np1, vmb av-dx vvi ccx n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2173 Page 661
13128 that is, he watcheth over them so uncessantly, so unweariedly, that no danger can approach them without his knowledge. that is, he watches over them so uncessantly, so unweariedly, that no danger can approach them without his knowledge. cst vbz, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 av av-j, av av-j, cst dx n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2173 Page 661
13129 Secondly, he never slumbereth nor sleepeth as to the observation and consideration of all people, he never takes his eye off from the wayes of man. Secondly, he never Slumbereth nor Sleepeth as to the observation and consideration of all people, he never Takes his eye off from the ways of man. ord, pns31 av-x vvz ccx vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 av-x vvz po31 n1 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2173 Page 661
13130 Thirdly, Note The Lords knowledge or sight of mans wayes, is universall and everlasting. The All-seeing God seeth all our wayes, and he seeth them alwayes. Thirdly, Note The lords knowledge or sighed of men ways, is universal and everlasting. The All-seeing God sees all our ways, and he sees them always. ord, vvb dt n2 n1 cc n1 pp-f ng1 n2, vbz j cc j. dt j np1 vvz d po12 n2, cc pns31 vvz pno32 av. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2174 Page 662
13131 And he seeth them all alwayes by one act. And he sees them all always by one act. cc pns31 vvz pno32 d av p-acp crd n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13132 The Lords view or prospect of things is not successive one after another, but conjunctive, all at once. The lords view or prospect of things is not successive one After Another, but conjunctive, all At once. dt n2 vvb cc n1 pp-f n2 vbz xx j pi p-acp n-jn, cc-acp j, d p-acp a-acp. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13133 The Lord hath a large eye, and an everlasting eye, yea is all eye. He knows all things; The Lord hath a large eye, and an everlasting eye, yea is all eye. He knows all things; dt n1 vhz dt j n1, cc dt j n1, uh vbz d n1. pns31 vvz d n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13134 First, past or that have been; Secondly, present or that are; Thirdly, future, possible or that shall be. First, past or that have been; Secondly, present or that Are; Thirdly, future, possible or that shall be. ord, j cc d vhb vbn; ord, j cc d vbr; ord, j-jn, j cc cst vmb vbi. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13135 Thus saith the Lord in the Prophet ( Isa: 46.10.) I am God, and there is none like me, declaring the end from the beginning, Thus Says the Lord in the Prophet (Isaiah: 46.10.) I am God, and there is none like me, declaring the end from the beginning, av vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vbm np1, cc pc-acp vbz pix av-j pno11, vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13136 and from ancient times the things that are not yet done. and from ancient times the things that Are not yet done. cc p-acp j n2 dt n2 cst vbr xx av vdn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13137 And upon this read the Lords challenge of all the Idolls in the world ( Isa: 41.21, 22, 23.) Let them shew the former things what they be, that we may consider them and know the latter end of them, And upon this read the lords challenge of all the Idols in the world (Isaiah: 41.21, 22, 23.) Let them show the former things what they be, that we may Consider them and know the latter end of them, cc p-acp d vvb dt n2 vvb pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd, crd, crd) vvb pno32 vvi dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vbb, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32 cc vvb dt d n1 pp-f pno32, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13138 or declare us things to come; or declare us things to come; cc vvb pno12 n2 pc-acp vvi; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13139 Shew the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that ye are gods. Show the things that Are to come hereafter, that we may know that you Are God's. vvb dt n2 cst vbr pc-acp vvi av, cst pns12 vmb vvi cst pn22 vbr n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13140 As if the Lord had sayd, if ye can tell us all that's past, or any thing that is to come, As if the Lord had said, if you can tell us all that's past, or any thing that is to come, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, cs pn22 vmb vvi pno12 d cst|vbz j, cc d n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13141 as I can, then ye may take the honour of God, otherwise ye are but lyes and vanities. as I can, then you may take the honour of God, otherwise you Are but lies and vanities. c-acp pns11 vmb, cs pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, av pn22 vbr p-acp n2 cc n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13142 Againe the Lord knows all things; First, without distraction; and secondly, he knows all things with clearest distinction; Again the Lord knows all things; First, without distraction; and secondly, he knows all things with Clearest distinction; av dt n1 vvz d n2; ord, p-acp n1; cc ord, pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp js n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13143 it is no more trouble to the Lord to see all things then to see one, it is no more trouble to the Lord to see all things then to see one, pn31 vbz dx dc n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 av pc-acp vvi pi, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13144 and he seeth all things as if he had but one thing to see. and he sees all things as if he had but one thing to see. cc pns31 vvz d n2 c-acp cs pns31 vhd p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vvi. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2175 Page 662
13145 From the consideration of this knowledge of God, let me give foure or five inferences for instruction. From the consideration of this knowledge of God, let me give foure or five inferences for instruction. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno11 vvi crd cc crd n2 p-acp n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2176 Page 662
13146 First, (which is most naturall to the text) if, the Lords eyes be upon the wayes of man, First, (which is most natural to the text) if, the lords eyes be upon the ways of man, ord, (r-crq vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1) cs, dt n2 n2 vbb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2176 Page 662
13147 if he seeth all his goings, then all the Lords Judgements are right. if he sees all his goings, then all the lords Judgments Are right. cs pns31 vvz d po31 n2-vvg, av d dt n2 n2 vbr j-jn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2176 Page 662
13148 The Judges of this world, may have a principle of righteousnesse in them, and we may call them just and righteous Judges, The Judges of this world, may have a principle of righteousness in them, and we may call them just and righteous Judges, dt n2 pp-f d n1, vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns12 vmb vvi pno32 j cc j n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 662
13149 yet all their Judgements are not alwayes right. yet all their Judgments Are not always right. av d po32 n2 vbr xx av j-jn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 662
13150 For, as some men are so ignorant, that they know nothing at all, so there are none so knowing as to know all things; For, as Some men Are so ignorant, that they know nothing At all, so there Are none so knowing as to know all things; p-acp, c-acp d n2 vbr av j, cst pns32 vvb pix p-acp d, av a-acp vbr pix av vvg a-acp pc-acp vvi d n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 662
13151 the clearest sighted Judges doe not see all that may concerne them in giving Judgement; the Clearest sighted Judges do not see all that may concern them in giving Judgement; dt js vvn n2 vdb xx vvi d cst vmb vvi pno32 p-acp vvg n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 662
13152 even among them some may be blinde, and many blinded, some are blinde and cannot see much, others are blinded and will not see all that they see, they are blinded possibly with bribes and gifts, with hopes or feares, with passions and prejudices. even among them Some may be blind, and many blinded, Some Are blind and cannot see much, Others Are blinded and will not see all that they see, they Are blinded possibly with Bribes and Gifts, with hope's or fears, with passion and prejudices. av p-acp pno32 d vmb vbi j, cc d vvn, d vbr j cc vmbx vvi av-d, n2-jn vbr vvn cc vmb xx vvi d cst pns32 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn av-j p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n2 cc n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13153 And how cleare-sighted and honest-hearted soever any are, yet they cannot see all, somewhat may lye out of their sight. And how clear-sighted and honest-hearted soever any Are, yet they cannot see all, somewhat may lie out of their sighed. cc c-crq j cc j av d vbr, av pns32 vmbx vvi d, av vmb vvi av pp-f po32 n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13154 Hence it cometh to passe, that a just Judge may doe that which is unjust, he cannot see quite through every matter, Hence it comes to pass, that a just Judge may do that which is unjust, he cannot see quite through every matter, av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst dt j n1 vmb vdi d r-crq vbz j, pns31 vmbx vvi av p-acp d n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13155 though he set himselfe to search the matter before he giveth Judgement. though he Set himself to search the matter before he gives Judgement. cs pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13156 But as the Lord is all righteousnesse in his principle, and beares an everlasting love to righteousnesse; But as the Lord is all righteousness in his principle, and bears an everlasting love to righteousness; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vbz d n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13157 so he hath a cleare sight of all things and persons, and therefore he must needs give a righteous Judgement concerning all things, actions, and persons; so he hath a clear sighed of all things and Persons, and Therefore he must needs give a righteous Judgement Concerning all things, actions, and Persons; av pns31 vhz dt j n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, cc av pns31 vmb av vvi dt j n1 vvg d n2, n2, cc n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13158 Though he overthrow nations he is righteous, though he overthrow Princes he is righteous, because he seeth into all things, Though he overthrow Nations he is righteous, though he overthrow Princes he is righteous, Because he sees into all things, cs pns31 vvi n2 pns31 vbz j, cs pns31 vvi n2 pns31 vbz j, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13160 He cannot erre in Judgement, who hath no error in his Judgement, nor any deviation in his will. He cannot err in Judgement, who hath no error in his Judgement, nor any deviation in his will. pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, r-crq vhz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1, ccx d n1 p-acp po31 n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13161 Secondly, If the Lords eyes are upon all the wayes of men, then, certainly sinners, whose wayes are evill, shall never goe unpunished. Secondly, If the lords eyes Are upon all the ways of men, then, Certainly Sinners, whose ways Are evil, shall never go unpunished. ord, cs dt n2 n2 vbr p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2, av, av-j n2, rg-crq n2 vbr j-jn, vmb av-x vvi j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2177 Page 663
13162 For if he have a principle of righteousnesse in him, and an eye to see all their unrighteous wayes, they cannot escape his justice; For if he have a principle of righteousness in him, and an eye to see all their unrighteous ways, they cannot escape his Justice; c-acp cs pns31 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi d po32 j n2, pns32 vmbx vvi po31 n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2178 Page 663
13163 Say to the wicked, woe to him, for he shall eate the fruit of his doings (Isa: 3.11.) The righteous God knoweth the unrighteousnesse of man, Say to the wicked, woe to him, for he shall eat the fruit of his doings (Isaiah: 3.11.) The righteous God Knoweth the unrighteousness of man, vvb p-acp dt j, n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f png31 n2-vdg (np1: crd.) dt j np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2178 Page 663
13164 and therefore woe to the unrighteous man. and Therefore woe to the unrighteous man. cc av n1 p-acp dt j n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2178 Page 663
13165 Thirdly, Take this conclusion, Then no godly man, no good man shall goe unrewarded, or loose the reward of that good which he hath done. Thirdly, Take this conclusion, Then no godly man, no good man shall go unrewarded, or lose the reward of that good which he hath done. ord, vvb d n1, av dx j n1, dx j n1 vmb vvi j, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f cst j r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2178 Page 663
13166 The Lord is righteous, and he seeth every one that doth right, or the righteousnesse of every mans way; The Lord is righteous, and he sees every one that does right, or the righteousness of every men Way; dt n1 vbz j, cc pns31 vvz d pi cst vdz vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f d ng1 n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 663
13167 and it is his promise to reward the righteous, therefore they shall be rewarded. This is matter of strong consolation, and great encouragement to all that are righteous; and it is his promise to reward the righteous, Therefore they shall be rewarded. This is matter of strong consolation, and great encouragement to all that Are righteous; cc pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, av pns32 vmb vbi vvn. d vbz n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n1 p-acp d cst vbr j; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 663
13168 If the Lord seeth all they doe, nothing which they have well done shall be lost in the dark, or lie in the dust. If the Lord sees all they do, nothing which they have well done shall be lost in the dark, or lie in the dust. cs dt n1 vvz d pns32 vdb, pix r-crq pns32 vhb av vdn vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 663
13169 God will bring forth their righteousnesse as the light, and their just dealing as the noone day: God will bring forth their righteousness as the Light, and their just dealing as the noon day: np1 vmb vvi av po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc po32 j n-vvg p-acp dt n1 n1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 663
13170 And as the knowledge which God hath of their wayes, assureth the righteous that they shall be rewarded for, And as the knowledge which God hath of their ways, assureth the righteous that they shall be rewarded for, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz pp-f po32 n2, vvz dt j cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 663
13171 so that they shall be assisted and protected in their doing righteousnesse. so that they shall be assisted and protected in their doing righteousness. av cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 vdg n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13172 The Prophet makes that inference in the place before-cited (2 Chron: 16.9.) The eyes of the Lord run too and fro through the earth (what followeth?) to shew himselfe strong in the behalfe of them, or (as we put in the Margin) strongly to hold with them whose heart is perfect towards him. The Prophet makes that Inference in the place before-cited (2 Chronicles: 16.9.) The eyes of the Lord run too and from through the earth (what follows?) to show himself strong in the behalf of them, or (as we put in the Margin) strongly to hold with them whose heart is perfect towards him. dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 j (crd np1: crd.) dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb av cc av p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vvz?) pc-acp vvi px31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc (c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1) av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 vbz j p-acp pno31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13173 The Lord is alwayes strong, and alike in strength, his hand is not shortned at any time, that he cannot save, The Lord is always strong, and alike in strength, his hand is not shortened At any time, that he cannot save, dt n1 vbz av j, cc av-j p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmbx vvi, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13174 yet he doth not alwayes shew his strength; yet he does not always show his strength; av pns31 vdz xx av vvi po31 n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13175 but as he is strong, so he will shew himselfe strong for the perfect or upright in heart; but as he is strong, so he will show himself strong for the perfect or upright in heart; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vbz j, av pns31 vmb vvi px31 j p-acp dt j cc av-j p-acp n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13176 that is, he will act his strength to the utmost for the safety and assistance of those whose hearts are perfect with him. that is, he will act his strength to the utmost for the safety and assistance of those whose hearts Are perfect with him. d vbz, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d rg-crq n2 vbr j p-acp pno31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13177 So then, as they that are good, and doe good, shall be rewarded for the good they have done, So then, as they that Are good, and do good, shall be rewarded for the good they have done, av av, c-acp pns32 cst vbr j, cc vdb j, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j pns32 vhb vdn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13178 so they shall be protected in the dangers and evills they incurre while they are doing good. so they shall be protected in the dangers and evils they incur while they Are doing good. av pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2-jn pns32 vvi cs pns32 vbr vdg j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13179 Another Prophet speakes both these inferences from this principle of the knowledge or sight of God ( Jer: 32.19.) He is great in councell, another Prophet speaks both these inferences from this principle of the knowledge or sighed of God (Jer: 32.19.) He is great in council, j-jn n1 vvz d d n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13180 and he is mighty in working, for his eyes are upon all the wayes of the sons of men, to give to every one according to his wayes, and he is mighty in working, for his eyes Are upon all the ways of the Sons of men, to give to every one according to his ways, cc pns31 vbz j p-acp vvg, c-acp po31 n2 vbr p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d pi vvg p-acp po31 n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13181 and according to the fruit of his doings. and according to the fruit of his doings. cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31 n2-vdg. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13182 Fourthly, If the eyes of the Lord are upon all the wayes of the Children of men, then the Lord will call all men to an account for their wayes. Fourthly, If the eyes of the Lord Are upon all the ways of the Children of men, then the Lord will call all men to an account for their ways. ord, cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, av dt n1 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2179 Page 664
13183 Why doth he take notice of their wayes, but to bring them to a reckoning? That's the Apostles conclusion ( Rom: 14.12.) So then every one of us shall give an account of himselfe to God; Why does he take notice of their ways, but to bring them to a reckoning? That's the Apostles conclusion (Rom: 14.12.) So then every one of us shall give an account of himself to God; uh-crq vdz pns31 vvi n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-vvg? d|vbz dt np1 n1 (np1: crd.) av av d crd pp-f pno12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp np1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2180 Page 664
13184 God would not take an account of our wayes while we live, if he did not intend to bring us to an account when we dye. God would not take an account of our ways while we live, if he did not intend to bring us to an account when we die. np1 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cs pns12 vvb, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2180 Page 664
13185 As the omniscience of God fits him to call every man to an account, so it is an evidence that he will. As the omniscience of God fits him to call every man to an account, so it is an evidence that he will. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vmb. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2180 Page 664
13186 Why should our wayes and workes be strictly observed and recorded, if they were not to be judged? Why should our ways and works be strictly observed and recorded, if they were not to be judged? q-crq vmd po12 n2 cc n2 vbb av-j vvn cc vvn, cs pns32 vbdr xx pc-acp vbi vvn? (30) chapter (DIV2) 2180 Page 664
13187 Fifthly, This truth that the eyes of God are upon all the wayes of man, should awaken every man to take heed (as David resolved he would, Psal: 39.1.) to his wayes. Fifthly, This truth that the eyes of God Are upon all the ways of man, should awaken every man to take heed (as David resolved he would, Psalm: 39.1.) to his ways. ord, d n1 cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 (c-acp np1 vvd pns31 vmd, np1: crd.) p-acp po31 n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 664
13188 Did we walke as remembring we are under his All-seeing eye, O how circumspectly should we walke! Did we walk as remembering we Are under his All-seeing eye, Oh how circumspectly should we walk! vdd pns12 vvi p-acp vvg pns12 vbr p-acp po31 j n1, uh c-crq av-j vmd pns12 vvi! (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 664
13189 doth the Lord inspect our wayes, O how should we inspect our owne wayes! It argueth a great deale of Atheisme in the heart, if not the grossest Atheisme, does the Lord inspect our ways, Oh how should we inspect our own ways! It argue a great deal of Atheism in the heart, if not the Grossest Atheism, vdz dt n1 j po12 n2, uh q-crq vmd pns12 j po12 d n2! pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cs xx dt js n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 664
13190 yet Atheisme (quo-ad hoc) as to this or that thing: yet Atheism (quoad hoc) as to this or that thing: av n1 (j fw-la) p-acp p-acp d cc d n1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 664
13191 while that which some are afraid to doe, if a man, yea if a child see them, they are not afraid to doe though they heare that God seeth them. while that which Some Are afraid to do, if a man, yea if a child see them, they Are not afraid to do though they hear that God sees them. cs d r-crq d vbr j pc-acp vdi, cs dt n1, uh cs dt n1 vvb pno32, pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vdi cs pns32 vvb cst np1 vvz pno32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13192 To feare to doe a thing when the eye of a creature is upon us, To Fear to do a thing when the eye of a creature is upon us, p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno12, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13193 and yet to doe it notwithstanding God seeth us, what is this but either an unbeliefe that the eye of God seeth us, and yet to do it notwithstanding God sees us, what is this but either an unbelief that the eye of God sees us, cc av pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp np1 vvz pno12, r-crq vbz d p-acp d dt n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno12, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13194 or a contempt of his All seeing eye? This Divine Attribute, the All-seeing eye of God, or a contempt of his All seeing eye? This Divine Attribute, the All-seeing eye of God, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d vvg n1? d j-jn n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13195 wel wrought upon the heart by faith, is enough to over-aw the sinfullnesse of our hearts. well wrought upon the heart by faith, is enough to overawe the sinfullnesse of our hearts. av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz av-d p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13196 And though the people of God have a higher principle, upon which they forbeare the doing of evill, And though the people of God have a higher principle, upon which they forbear the doing of evil, cc cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb dt jc n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb dt vdg pp-f n-jn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13197 then this, because God will see it, and punish it, yet to keep the heart in a holy feare of doing evill upon that principle, is both needfull and our duty. then this, Because God will see it, and Punish it, yet to keep the heart in a holy Fear of doing evil upon that principle, is both needful and our duty. cs d, c-acp np1 vmb vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31, av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vdg n-jn p-acp d n1, vbz d j cc po12 n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13198 The Apostle would not have servants doe their Masters commands with eye-service as men-pleasers. It is indeed a baseness in a servant to doe his duty meerely because his Masters eye is upon him, The Apostle would not have Servants do their Masters commands with eye-service as men-pleasers. It is indeed a baseness in a servant to do his duty merely Because his Masters eye is upon him, dt n1 vmd xx vhi n2 vdb po32 n2 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n2. pn31 vbz av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi po31 n1 av-j c-acp po31 ng1 n1 vbz p-acp pno31, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13199 or to forbeare to doe what is against or beside his duty, because his Master seeth him; or to forbear to do what is against or beside his duty, Because his Master sees him; cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi r-crq vbz p-acp cc p-acp po31 n1, c-acp po31 n1 vvz pno31; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13200 but how great is the impudence and wickedness of that servant who will not keep to his duty, but how great is the impudence and wickedness of that servant who will not keep to his duty, cc-acp c-crq j vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13201 when his Masters eye is upon him! when his Masters eye is upon him! c-crq po31 ng1 n1 vbz p-acp pno31! (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13202 So, in this case, meerely to forbeare doing evill, because we heare God sees us, is eye-service, So, in this case, merely to forbear doing evil, Because we hear God sees us, is eye-service, np1, p-acp d n1, av-j pc-acp vvi vdg n-jn, c-acp pns12 vvb np1 vvz pno12, vbz n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13203 but how great is their wickedness, who will not forbeare to doe evill, though they heare and know that God seeth it? Which Elihu confirmes yet further in the next words. but how great is their wickedness, who will not forbear to do evil, though they hear and know that God sees it? Which Elihu confirms yet further in the next words. cc-acp c-crq j vbz po32 n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi pc-acp vdi j-jn, cs pns32 vvb cc vvb cst np1 vvz pn31? r-crq np1 vvz av av-jc p-acp dt ord n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13204 Vers. 22. There is no darkness nor shaddow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. Vers. 22. There is no darkness nor shadow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. np1 crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi px32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2181 Page 665
13205 This verse holds out that truth negatively, which the former held out affirmatively. This verse holds out that truth negatively, which the former held out affirmatively. d n1 vvz av d n1 av-j, r-crq dt j vvd av av-j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2182 Page 665
13206 There Gods knowledge of mans wayes, was asserted, here his ignorance or nescience of the wayes of man is denied. There is no darkness, &c. The words seeme to be the prevention of an objection. There God's knowledge of men ways, was asserted, Here his ignorance or nescience of the ways of man is denied. There is no darkness, etc. The words seem to be the prevention of an objection. a-acp npg1 n1 pp-f ng1 n2, vbds vvn, av po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz vvn. pc-acp vbz dx n1, av dt n2 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2182 Page 665
13207 For some possibly might say, 'Tis true indeed, God hath a large knowledge, his eye seeth farre, For Some possibly might say, It's true indeed, God hath a large knowledge, his eye sees Far, p-acp d av-j vmd vvi, pn31|vbz j av, np1 vhz dt j n1, po31 n1 vvz av-j, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2183 Page 665
13208 but we hope we may sometime be under covert, or compassed about with such darkness, that the Lord cannot see us. but we hope we may sometime be under covert, or compassed about with such darkness, that the Lord cannot see us. cc-acp pns12 vvb pns12 vmb av vbi p-acp n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 vmbx vvi pno12. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2183 Page 665
13209 Therefore (saith Elihu) there is no darkness nor shaddow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. Therefore (Says Elihu) there is no darkness nor shadow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. av (vvz np1) pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi px32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2183 Page 665
13210 The Prophet gives a parallel proofe and testimony of this knowledge of God both in the affirmative and negative part of it. The Prophet gives a parallel proof and testimony of this knowledge of God both in the affirmative and negative part of it. dt n1 vvz dt n1 n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 av-d p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f pn31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2183 Page 665
13211 ( Jer: 16.17.) where he first asserts that God seeth all, mine eyes are upon all their wayes, and then denyeth, that any thing is a secret unto him, They are not hid from my face, (Jer: 16.17.) where he First asserts that God sees all, mine eyes Are upon all their ways, and then denyeth, that any thing is a secret unto him, They Are not hid from my face, (np1: crd.) c-crq pns31 ord n2 cst np1 vvz d, po11 n2 vbr p-acp d po32 n2, cc av vvz, cst d n1 vbz dt j-jn p-acp pno31, pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp po11 n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2183 Page 666
13212 neither is their iniquity hid from mine eyes. neither is their iniquity hid from mine eyes. av-dx vbz po32 n1 vvn p-acp po11 n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2183 Page 666
13213 These latter words of the Prophet are of the same signification with these of Elihu, There is no darkness, &c. We may take darkness two wayes; These latter words of the Prophet Are of the same signification with these of Elihu, There is no darkness, etc. We may take darkness two ways; d d n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr pp-f dt d n1 p-acp d pp-f np1, a-acp vbz dx n1, av pns12 vmb vvi n1 crd n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2183 Page 666
13214 First, for naturall darkness, that darkness which spreads it selfe over the face of the earth upon the going downe of the Sun, 'tis the privation of Light. First, for natural darkness, that darkness which spreads it self over the face of the earth upon the going down of the Sun, it's the privation of Light. ord, p-acp j n1, cst n1 r-crq vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13215 Secondly, there is artificiall darkness, that darkness which men make to hide themselves, and their actions in, from the eye of God or man; Secondly, there is artificial darkness, that darkness which men make to hide themselves, and their actions in, from the eye of God or man; ord, pc-acp vbz j n1, cst n1 r-crq n2 vvb pc-acp vvi px32, cc po32 n2 p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13216 many are very skillfull, yea and successefull in making shaddowes to hide their actions from men: many Are very skilful, yea and successful in making shadows to hide their actions from men: d vbr av j, uh cc j p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13217 They cover the evill which they have done with such cunning excuses or flat denyalls, They cover the evil which they have done with such cunning excuses or flat denials, pns32 vvb dt n-jn r-crq pns32 vhb vdn p-acp d j-jn n2 cc j n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13218 and they cover what they purpose to doe (how foule soever) under such faire trappings of words, and they cover what they purpose to do (how foul soever) under such fair trappings of words, cc pns32 vvb r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vdi (c-crq j av) p-acp d j n2 pp-f n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13219 and specious pretenses, they glosse their worst actions and intentions with such appearances of good, that the wisest and best sighted men cannot finde them out. and specious pretences, they gloss their worst actions and intentions with such appearances of good, that the Wisest and best sighted men cannot find them out. cc j n2, pns32 n1 po32 js n2 cc n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f j, cst dt js cc av-js vvn n2 vmbx vvi pno32 av. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13220 When Absalon had a most unnaturall as well as a most disloyall purpose to rayse a tebellion against his king-father, he coloured it with a devout profession of performing a vow; This was artificiall darkness. When Absalom had a most unnatural as well as a most disloyal purpose to raise a tebellion against his king-father, he coloured it with a devout profession of performing a Voelli; This was artificial darkness. c-crq np1 vhd dt av-ds j c-acp av c-acp dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1; d vbds j n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13221 'Tis reported by the naturall Historian, of a little fish, which seeing its enemy neare, casts out a kinde of blackness from it selfe, which darkens the water, and so escapes the danger. It's reported by the natural Historian, of a little Fish, which seeing its enemy near, Cast out a kind of blackness from it self, which darkens the water, and so escapes the danger. pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvg po31 n1 av-j, vvz av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 n1, r-crq vvz dt n1, cc av vvz dt n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13222 Thus men indeed hide themselves from man, and they would hide themselves from God too; Thus men indeed hide themselves from man, and they would hide themselves from God too; av n2 av vvi px32 p-acp n1, cc pns32 vmd vvi px32 p-acp np1 av; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13223 but there is no darkness, neither naturall nor artificiall, that can cover their wayes from his eye; No, Nor shaddow of death. but there is no darkness, neither natural nor artificial, that can cover their ways from his eye; No, Nor shadow of death. cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx j ccx j, cst vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1; uh-dx, ccx n1 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2184 Page 666
13224 The importance of this expression hath been opened more then once in this book, ( chap. 3.5. chap: 10.21. chap. 12.22. chap. 28.3.) therefore I shall not stay upon it here; The importance of this expression hath been opened more then once in this book, (chap. 3.5. chap: 10.21. chap. 12.22. chap. 28.3.) Therefore I shall not stay upon it Here; dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vbn vvn av-dc cs a-acp p-acp d n1, (n1 crd. n1: crd. n1 crd. n1 crd.) av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31 av; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 666
13225 only consider, when he saith, There is no darkness nor shaddow of death, by shaddow of death, he means extreamest darkness. only Consider, when he Says, There is no darkness nor shadow of death, by shadow of death, he means Extremest darkness. av-j vvb, c-crq pns31 vvz, a-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz js-jn n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 666
13226 If there be any darkness (as Job speaks chap. 10.22.) like darkness it self, If there be any darkness (as Job speaks chap. 10.22.) like darkness it self, cs pc-acp vbb d n1 (c-acp n1 vvz n1 crd.) av-j n1 pn31 n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 666
13227 and whose light is as darkness, that is it. and whose Light is as darkness, that is it. cc rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp n1, cst vbz pn31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 666
13228 The metaphor is taken from the grave, where the dead being buried, have not the least glympse, ray, The metaphor is taken from the grave, where the dead being buried, have not the least glimpse, ray, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt j vbg vvn, vhb xx dt ds n1, n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 666
13229 or shine of light coming in to them, death wraps us up in extreamest darkness. or shine of Light coming in to them, death wraps us up in Extremest darkness. cc n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp p-acp pno32, n1 vvz pno12 a-acp p-acp js-jn n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13230 And we finde in Scripture, the shaddow of death put first, to express the extreamest of spiritual darkness, And we find in Scripture, the shadow of death put First, to express the Extremest of spiritual darkness, cc pns12 vvb p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn ord, pc-acp vvi dt js-jn pp-f j n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13231 or the darkest spiritual state, ( Isa. 9.2.) The people that walked in darkness, have seen a great light, they that dwell in the land of the shaddow of death, upon them hath the light shined: or the Darkest spiritual state, (Isaiah 9.2.) The people that walked in darkness, have seen a great Light, they that dwell in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the Light shined: cc dt js j n1, (np1 crd.) dt n1 cst vvd p-acp n1, vhb vvn dt j n1, pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp pno32 vhz dt n1 vvd: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13232 that is, they that were wrapped up in the ignorance & utter unbelief of God in Christ, to these is Christ, the true light of God, the Sun of righteousness preached and openly revealed, that is, they that were wrapped up in the ignorance & utter unbelief of God in christ, to these is christ, the true Light of God, the Sun of righteousness preached and openly revealed, cst vbz, pns32 cst vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, p-acp d vbz np1, dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn cc av-j vvn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13233 and they pressed to the receiving of him, that their souls may live further as the shaddow of death is put for the worst of spiritual evils, and they pressed to the receiving of him, that their Souls may live further as the shadow of death is put for the worst of spiritual evils, cc pns32 vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno31, cst po32 n2 vmb vvi av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt js pp-f j n2-jn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13234 or to note man's natural state before conversion, so likewise, it is used in Scripture to note the worst of his spiritual evils, who (being converted) is in a spiritual state; or to note Man's natural state before conversion, so likewise, it is used in Scripture to note the worst of his spiritual evils, who (being converted) is in a spiritual state; cc pc-acp vvi ng1 j n1 p-acp n1, av av, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f po31 j n2-jn, r-crq (vbg vvn) vbz p-acp dt j n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13235 He that is in a spiritual state, may be under great spiritual evils, great soul afflictions and troubles may fall upon him; He that is in a spiritual state, may be under great spiritual evils, great soul afflictions and Troubles may fallen upon him; pns31 cst vbz p-acp dt j n1, vmb vbi p-acp j j n2-jn, j n1 n2 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13256 and to keep their works in the dark, even they cannot be hid in any darkness. and to keep their works in the dark, even they cannot be hid in any darkness. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j, av pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13236 which I conceive David intended while he shewed such high confidence, ( Psal. 23.4.) Though I walk through the valley of the shaddow of death, I will fear none evil: which I conceive David intended while he showed such high confidence, (Psalm 23.4.) Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will Fear none evil: r-crq pns11 vvb np1 vvn cs pns31 vvd d j n1, (np1 crd.) cs pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vvi pi j-jn: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13237 as if he had said, Though I were in the worst of soul-afflictions, having no light of the favour of God shining upon me, as if he had said, Though I were in the worst of soul-afflictions, having no Light of the favour of God shining upon me, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pns11 vbdr p-acp dt js pp-f n2, vhg dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno11, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13238 nor any comfort in my spirit, though (as Heman bemoans his deserted condition ( Psal. 88.3.) My soul is full of troubles, nor any Comfort in my Spirit, though (as Heman bemoans his deserted condition (Psalm 88.3.) My soul is full of Troubles, ccx d n1 p-acp po11 n1, cs (c-acp np1 vvz po31 vvn n1 (np1 crd.) po11 n1 vbz j pp-f n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13239 and my life draweth nigh unto the grave, though I am laid in the lowest pit, in darkness, in the deep, and my life draws High unto the grave, though I am laid in the lowest pit, in darkness, in the deep, cc po11 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, cs pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt js n1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt j-jn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13240 yet I will fear no evil, for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staffe they comfort me. yet I will Fear no evil, for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff they Comfort me. av pns11 vmb vvi dx n-jn, c-acp pns21 vb2r p-acp pno11, po21 n1 cc po21 n1 pns32 vvb pno11. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13241 Again, the shaddow of death is often put in Scripture for the worst of outward worldly evils, ( Jer. 13.16.) Give glory to the Lord your God before he cause darkness, &c. and while ye look for light, he turn it into the shaddow of death; Again, the shadow of death is often put in Scripture for the worst of outward worldly evils, (Jer. 13.16.) Give glory to the Lord your God before he cause darkness, etc. and while you look for Light, he turn it into the shadow of death; av, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt js pp-f j j n2-jn, (np1 crd.) vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 po22 n1 c-acp pns31 vvb n1, av cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1, pns31 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13242 that is, while ye expect good times and things, ye fall into the worst, or the worst befal you. that is, while you expect good times and things, you fallen into the worst, or the worst befall you. cst vbz, cs pn22 vvb j n2 cc n2, pn22 vvb p-acp dt js, cc dt js vvi pn22. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13243 Now as these words, the shaddow of death, signifie the worst of, both in spirituals and temporals; Now as these words, the shadow of death, signify the worst of, both in spirituals and temporals; av c-acp d n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt js pp-f, av-d p-acp n2 cc n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13244 so here they signifie the closest concealment of moral evils; so Here they signify the closest concealment of moral evils; av av pns32 vvb dt js n1 pp-f j n2-jn; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13245 some sinners think themselves, as much out of sight as a buried carcass, and they vail their wickedness with such darkness as is like the very shaddow of death. Some Sinners think themselves, as much out of sighed as a buried carcase, and they Vail their wickedness with such darkness as is like the very shadow of death. d n2 vvb px32, c-acp d av pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp vbz av-j dt j n1 pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13246 Sin is it self a shaddow of death, yea death it self, and they who are dead in sins and trespasses, will do their best that their sins may be no more seen then the dead are. since is it self a shadow of death, yea death it self, and they who Are dead in Sins and Trespasses, will do their best that their Sins may be no more seen then the dead Are. n1 vbz pn31 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, uh n1 pn31 n1, cc pns32 r-crq vbr j p-acp n2 cc n2, vmb vdi po32 js cst po32 n2 vmb vbi dx av-dc vvn cs dt j vbr. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 667
13247 But there is no darkness nor shaddow of death Where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. But there is no darkness nor shadow of death Where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi px32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2185 Page 668
13248 What it is to be a worker of iniquity, was opened at the 8th verse of this chapter, What it is to be a worker of iniquity, was opened At the 8th verse of this chapter, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13249 and thither I refer the reader. and thither I refer the reader. cc av pns11 vvb dt n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13250 Only in general know, Workers of iniquity are more then ordinary sinners, they are cunning at the committing, Only in general know, Workers of iniquity Are more then ordinary Sinners, they Are cunning At the committing, j p-acp n1 vvb, n2 pp-f n1 vbr av-dc cs j n2, pns32 vbr j-jn p-acp dt vvg, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13251 and cunning at the hiding of sin. and cunning At the hiding of since. cc j-jn p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13252 Some are but bunglers at sin, they cannot sin with such an hellish skill as others do, some Are but bunglers At since, they cannot sin with such an hellish skill as Others do, d vbr p-acp n2 p-acp n1, pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp n2-jn vdb, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13253 and when they have sinned, they have not the art of hiding it; and when they have sinned, they have not the art of hiding it; cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn, pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13254 but others are (as we say) their crafts-masters both wayes, and they are properly called workers of iniquity. Yet (saith Elihu ) the very workers of iniquity, they that make it their profession, their study, but Others Are (as we say) their Craftsmasters both ways, and they Are properly called workers of iniquity. Yet (Says Elihu) the very workers of iniquity, they that make it their profession, their study, cc-acp n2-jn vbr (c-acp pns12 vvb) po32 n2 d n2, cc pns32 vbr av-j vvn n2 pp-f n1. av (vvz np1) dt j n2 pp-f n1, pns32 cst vvb pn31 po32 n1, po32 n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13255 and their business to do evil, and to hide the evil they have done, to work mischief in the dark, and their business to do evil, and to hide the evil they have done, to work mischief in the dark, cc po32 n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pns32 vhb vdn, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13257 And when the Text saith, there is no darkness, &c. wherein the workers of iniquity may hide themselves; And when the Text Says, there is no darkness, etc. wherein the workers of iniquity may hide themselves; cc c-crq dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vbz dx n1, av c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi px32; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13258 the meaning of it is, they stand naked, and in the open light before the eyes of God. the meaning of it is, they stand naked, and in the open Light before the eyes of God. dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, pns32 vvb j, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2186 Page 668
13259 For though Elihu doth not say from what they cannot hide themselves, yet we may take it two wayes; For though Elihu does not say from what they cannot hide themselves, yet we may take it two ways; c-acp cs np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp r-crq pns32 vmbx vvb px32, av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 crd n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13260 they cannot hide themselves, first, from the sight of God; he will discern them. they cannot hide themselves, First, from the sighed of God; he will discern them. pns32 vmbx vvi px32, ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vmb vvi pno32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13261 The Prophet saith of God ( Isa. 45.15.) Thou art a God that hidest thy self, (it is the word of the Text in another construction) that is, The Prophet Says of God (Isaiah 45.15.) Thou art a God that hidest thy self, (it is the word of the Text in Another construction) that is, dt n1 vvz pp-f np1 (np1 crd.) pns21 vb2r dt n1 cst vv2 po21 n1, (pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1) cst vbz, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13262 as I conceive, it may be expounded, Thou art an invisible God. God hides himself naturally, or in his own nature, for that is invisible: as I conceive, it may be expounded, Thou art an invisible God. God hides himself naturally, or in his own nature, for that is invisible: c-acp pns11 vvb, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pns21 vb2r dt j np1. np1 vvz px31 av-j, cc p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp d vbz j: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13263 likewise God somtimes hideth himself voluntarily, as somtimes he manifesteth or sheweth himself voluntarily; but he is a God alwayes hid as to his nature, because he is invisible; likewise God sometimes Hideth himself voluntarily, as sometimes he manifesteth or shows himself voluntarily; but he is a God always hid as to his nature, Because he is invisible; av np1 av vvz px31 av-jn, c-acp av pns31 vvz cc vvz px31 av-jn; cc-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 av vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz j; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13264 and so he is called a God that hideth himself, in opposition to Idols or false gods, who are obvious to the eyes of men; and so he is called a God that Hideth himself, in opposition to Idols or false God's, who Are obvious to the eyes of men; cc av pns31 vbz vvn dt np1 cst vvz px31, p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc j n2, r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13265 Idols have eyes and see not, but themselves are seen by every eye. Jehovah the true God seeth, but hath no eye, neither can any eye see him; Idols have eyes and see not, but themselves Are seen by every eye. Jehovah the true God sees, but hath no eye, neither can any eye see him; n2 vhb n2 cc vvb xx, cc-acp px32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1. np1 dt j np1 vvz, cc-acp vhz dx n1, dx vmb d n1 vvb pno31; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13266 Thus he is a God hiding himself in the spirituality of his own being, which gross Idols cannot: Thus he is a God hiding himself in the spirituality of his own being, which gross Idols cannot: av pns31 vbz dt np1 vvg px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d vbg, r-crq j n2 vmbx: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13267 the following words in that Text in the Prophet seem to make out this sence, ( vers. 16.) They shall be ashamed and confounded all of them, (that is, all Idol-makers, the following words in that Text in the Prophet seem to make out this sense, (vers. 16.) They shall be ashamed and confounded all of them, (that is, all Idol-makers, dt j-vvg n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi av d n1, (fw-la. crd) pns32 vmb vbi j cc vvn d pp-f pno32, (cst vbz, d n2, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13268 and Idol-worshippers, shall be ashamed and confounded) they shall go to confusion together, that are makers of Idols. and Idol-worshippers, shall be ashamed and confounded) they shall go to confusion together, that Are makers of Idols. cc n2, vmb vbi j cc j-vvn) pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 av, cst vbr n2 pp-f n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13269 Now, as God hideth himself both these wayes, somtimes voluntarily, or in his will, he resolves to hide himself from his people, Now, as God Hideth himself both these ways, sometimes voluntarily, or in his will, he resolves to hide himself from his people, av, c-acp np1 vvz px31 av-d d n2, av av-jn, cc p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 668
13270 as David complain'd, ( Psal. 13.1.) How long wilt thou hide thy face from me? ) alwayes in the spirituality of his own nature; as David complained, (Psalm 13.1.) How long wilt thou hide thy face from me?) always in the spirituality of his own nature; c-acp np1 vvd, (np1 crd.) c-crq av-j vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno11?) av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 669
13271 so sinful men would be hidden too: so sinful men would be hidden too: av j n2 vmd vbi vvn av: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 669
13272 though they cannot be hidden as to their nature, that being corporeal, yet they would hide themselves in their will, their wits are bent upon it, to make covers and shaddows for themselves, that they may keep out of the sight of God, though they cannot be hidden as to their nature, that being corporeal, yet they would hide themselves in their will, their wits Are bent upon it, to make covers and shadows for themselves, that they may keep out of the sighed of God, cs pns32 vmbx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n1, cst vbg j, av pns32 vmd vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1, po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp px32, cst pns32 vmb vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 669
13273 or that they may not be seen of him, who cannot be seen, but is, in that sence, a God that hideth himself. or that they may not be seen of him, who cannot be seen, but is, in that sense, a God that Hideth himself. cc cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn pp-f pno31, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp vbz, p-acp d n1, dt np1 cst vvz px31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2187 Page 669
13274 And as men cannot hide themselves from the sight of God, so not, secondly, from the revenging power of God: This followeth the former; And as men cannot hide themselves from the sighed of God, so not, secondly, from the revenging power of God: This follows the former; cc p-acp n2 vmbx vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av xx, ord, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1: d vvz dt j; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2188 Page 669
13353 and because they see no evil in what they do, they are perswaded, or presume God doth not. and Because they see no evil in what they do, they Are persuaded, or presume God does not. cc c-acp pns32 vvb dx j-jn p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb, pns32 vbr vvn, cc vvi np1 vdz xx. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 673
13275 for he that would keep out of the sight of another, doth it usually that he may be hid from that danger and evil which he fears that other might bring upon him. for he that would keep out of the sighed of Another, does it usually that he may be hid from that danger and evil which he fears that other might bring upon him. c-acp pns31 cst vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n-jn, vdz pn31 av-j d pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cc n-jn r-crq pns31 vvz d n-jn vmd vvi p-acp pno31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2188 Page 669
13276 Thus it is with the sinner, he hath his hiding places, he would withdraw himself from the revenging power of God, Thus it is with the sinner, he hath his hiding places, he would withdraw himself from the revenging power of God, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz po31 vvg n2, pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2188 Page 669
13277 like a malefactor, who is unwilling to appear and come to the Bar before his Judge, but all in vain. like a Malefactor, who is unwilling to appear and come to the Bar before his Judge, but all in vain. av-j dt n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp d p-acp j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2188 Page 669
13278 Meer natural or unregenerate men are much hidden from themselves; Mere natural or unregenerate men Are much hidden from themselves; j j cc j n2 vbr av-d vvn p-acp px32; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2189 Page 669
13279 that is, they see little what themselves are, they know not their own condition, nor upon what terms they stand; that is, they see little what themselves Are, they know not their own condition, nor upon what terms they stand; d vbz, pns32 vvb av-j r-crq px32 vbr, pns32 vvb xx po32 d n1, ccx p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vvb; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2189 Page 669
13280 even a godly man is much hidden from himself, his life is hid with Christ in God, (Col. 3.3.) his life is not only hidden from the world, even a godly man is much hidden from himself, his life is hid with christ in God, (Col. 3.3.) his life is not only hidden from the world, av dt j n1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp px31, po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, (np1 crd.) po31 n1 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2189 Page 669
13281 but in a great measure from himself: the excellency of his spiritual state surpasseth his present sight: but in a great measure from himself: the excellency of his spiritual state Surpasses his present sighed: cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp px31: dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvz po31 j n1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2189 Page 669
13282 but a wicked man is much more hid from himself, he doth not see the wickedness of his own heart, but a wicked man is much more hid from himself, he does not see the wickedness of his own heart, cc-acp dt j n1 vbz d dc vvn p-acp px31, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2189 Page 669
13283 nor the danger, the desperate danger he is in, he seeth not that he is within a step of the pit, nor the danger, the desperate danger he is in, he sees not that he is within a step of the pit, ccx dt n1, dt j n1 pns31 vbz p-acp, pns31 vvz xx cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2189 Page 669
13284 or that there is, as it were, but a wainscot between him and hell fire; he seeth none of these things. or that there is, as it were, but a wainscot between him and hell fire; he sees none of these things. cc cst pc-acp vbz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 cc n1 n1; pns31 vvz pix pp-f d n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2189 Page 669
13285 Thus a wicked man is hidden from himself, and 'tis his work to prepare darkness and shaddows of death to cover his dead works from God. Thus a wicked man is hidden from himself, and it's his work to prepare darkness and shadows of death to cover his dead works from God. av dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp px31, cc pn31|vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 p-acp np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2189 Page 669
13286 But there is no darkness will serve his purpose, nor shaddow of death wherein he may hide himself. Hence Note. But there is no darkness will serve his purpose, nor shadow of death wherein he may hide himself. Hence Note. p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, ccx n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi px31. av n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2189 Page 669
13287 First, It is usual for, and natural to sinners, to seek hiding places. First, It is usual for, and natural to Sinners, to seek hiding places. ord, pn31 vbz j p-acp, cc j p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi vvg n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2191 Page 669
13288 When Elihu saith, There is no darkness, &c. he plainly intimates, that it is the designe and business of sinners, to make darkness to hide themselves; When Elihu Says, There is no darkness, etc. he plainly intimates, that it is the Design and business of Sinners, to make darkness to hide themselves; c-crq np1 vvz, a-acp vbz dx n1, av pns31 av-j vvz, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi px32; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 669
13289 it is as much their business to hide themselves when they have done evil, as it is their business to do evil. it is as much their business to hide themselves when they have done evil, as it is their business to do evil. pn31 vbz p-acp d po32 n1 pc-acp vvi px32 c-crq pns32 vhb vdn n-jn, c-acp pn31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 669
13290 while the workers of iniquity confess in general the eyes of God behold their ways (they deny not in word that God is All-seeing) yet, while the workers of iniquity confess in general the eyes of God behold their ways (they deny not in word that God is All-seeing) yet, cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp j dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb po32 n2 (pns32 vvb xx p-acp n1 cst np1 vbz j) av, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13291 as they often blear the eye of man, so they are not out of hope to put darkness and raise a mist between themselves and the eye of God; as they often blear the eye of man, so they Are not out of hope to put darkness and raise a missed between themselves and the eye of God; c-acp pns32 av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns32 vbr xx av pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi dt n1 p-acp px32 cc dt n1 pp-f np1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13292 Or if they rise not to this vain thought, that they can hide themselves from God, Or if they rise not to this vain Thought, that they can hide themselves from God, cc cs pns32 vvb xx p-acp d j n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp np1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13293 yet they come to this, that God hideth himself (as not regarding what they do) from them. yet they come to this, that God Hideth himself (as not regarding what they do) from them. av pns32 vvb p-acp d, cst np1 vvz px31 (c-acp xx vvg r-crq pns32 vdb) p-acp pno32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13294 Hence David affirms of the wicked man, ( Psal. 10.11.) He hath said in his heart, God hath forgotten, he hideth his face, he will never see it. Hence David affirms of the wicked man, (Psalm 10.11.) He hath said in his heart, God hath forgotten, he Hideth his face, he will never see it. av np1 vvz pp-f dt j n1, (np1 crd.) pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, np1 vhz vvn, pns31 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi pn31. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13295 Many say in their hearts, God seeth them not, while with their tongues they confess he is an all-seeing God. Many say in their hearts, God sees them not, while with their tongues they confess he is an All-seeing God. d vvb p-acp po32 n2, np1 vvz pno32 xx, cs p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vvb pns31 vbz dt j np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13296 The heart hath a tongue in it as well as the head, and these two tongues seldome speak the same language: The heart hath a tongue in it as well as the head, and these two tongues seldom speak the same language: dt n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31 a-acp av c-acp dt n1, cc d crd n2 av vvb dt d n1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13297 While the head-tongue saith, we cannot hide our selves from the sight of God, the heart-tongue of wicked men will say, God will hide himself from us, he will not see ▪ But if their heart speak not thus, While the head-tongue Says, we cannot hide our selves from the sighed of God, the heart-tongue of wicked men will say, God will hide himself from us, he will not see ▪ But if their heart speak not thus, cs dt n1 vvz, pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f j n2 vmb vvi, np1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp pno12, pns31 vmb xx vvi ▪ cc-acp cs po32 n1 vvb xx av, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13298 then as the Prophet saith, ( Isa. 29.15.) They dig deep to hide their counsels from God; then as the Prophet Says, (Isaiah 29.15.) They dig deep to hide their Counsels from God; av c-acp dt n1 vvz, (np1 crd.) pns32 vvb j-jn pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp np1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13299 surely they have a hope to hide their counsels, else they would not dig deep to hide them. surely they have a hope to hide their Counsels, Else they would not dig deep to hide them. av-j pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av pns32 vmd xx vvi j-jn pc-acp vvi pno32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13300 Their digging is not proper, but tropical; as men dig deep to hide what they would not have seen in the earth; Their digging is not proper, but tropical; as men dig deep to hide what they would not have seen in the earth; po32 vvg vbz xx j, cc-acp j; c-acp n2 vvb j-jn pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp dt n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13301 so they by heir wits, plots, and devices, do their best to hide their counsels from God, so they by heir wits, plots, and devices, do their best to hide their Counsels from God, av pns32 p-acp n1 n2, n2, cc n2, vdb po32 js pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp np1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13302 and they say who seeth, who knoweth? We, surely, are not seen either by God or man. and they say who sees, who Knoweth? We, surely, Are not seen either by God or man. cc pns32 vvb r-crq vvz, r-crq vvz? pns12, av-j, vbr xx vvn av-d p-acp np1 cc n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2192 Page 670
13303 Now 'tis very natural for sinners to endeavour the hiding of themselves from God upon a two-fold account; First, To avoid shame; Now it's very natural for Sinners to endeavour the hiding of themselves from God upon a twofold account; First, To avoid shame; av pn31|vbz av j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f px32 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 n1; ord, pc-acp vvi n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2193 Page 670
13304 All sinners are not altogether deboist, all have not altogether baffled their own consciences, they have a kinde of modesty, they would not be seen sinning; All Sinners Are not altogether deboist, all have not altogether baffled their own Consciences, they have a kind of modesty, they would not be seen sinning; d n2 vbr xx av j, d vhb xx av vvn po32 d n2, pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn vvg; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2193 Page 670
13305 it troubles them not to do evil, but a fear to be detected in doing it is their trouble. it Troubles them not to do evil, but a Fear to be detected in doing it is their trouble. pn31 vvz pno32 xx pc-acp vdi j-jn, cc-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vdg pn31 vbz po32 n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2193 Page 670
13306 Secondly, Sinners hide themselves for fear; Secondly, Sinners hide themselves for Fear; ord, n2 vvb px32 p-acp n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2193 Page 670
13307 so Adam did, he wa• afraid as well as ashamed, I was afraid (said he) because I was naked, and I hid my self, (Gen. 3.10.) The Prophet tells us of such ( Isa. 2.21.) They shall go into the clefts of the rock, so Adam did, he wa• afraid as well as ashamed, I was afraid (said he) Because I was naked, and I hid my self, (Gen. 3.10.) The Prophet tells us of such (Isaiah 2.21.) They shall go into the clefts of the rock, av np1 vdd, pns31 n1 j c-acp av c-acp j, pns11 vbds j (vvd pns31) c-acp pns11 vbds j, cc pns11 vvd po11 n1, (np1 crd.) dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f d (np1 crd.) pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2193 Page 670
13308 and into the tops of the ragged rocks, for fear of the Lord, and for the glory of his Majesty, and into the tops of the ragged Rocks, for Fear of the Lord, and for the glory of his Majesty, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2193 Page 670
13309 when he shall arise to shake terribly the earth. when he shall arise to shake terribly the earth. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2193 Page 670
13310 We finde all sorts call to the hills to hide them, for fear of him that sate on the throne, We find all sorts call to the hills to hide them, for Fear of him that sat on the throne, pns12 vvb d n2 vvb p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd p-acp dt n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2193 Page 670
13311 and from the wrath of the Lamb, (Rev. 6.15, 16.) Secondly, Observe. How much soever sinners attempt, yet they cannot hide themselves from God. and from the wrath of the Lamb, (Rev. 6.15, 16.) Secondly, Observe. How much soever Sinners attempt, yet they cannot hide themselves from God. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (n1 crd, crd) ord, vvb. c-crq d av n2 vvi, av pns32 vmbx vvi px32 p-acp np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2193 Page 670
13312 Let them study never so long, and dig never so deep, they cannot be hid: Let them study never so long, and dig never so deep, they cannot be hid: vvb pno32 vvi av-x av av-j, cc vvi av-x av av-jn, pns32 vmbx vbi vvn: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13313 Where can a sinner be hid from him who is every where? Or, what thing can be our covering from him, in whose sight all things are open? Then let none think they have made a good market in sinning, Where can a sinner be hid from him who is every where? Or, what thing can be our covering from him, in whose sighed all things Are open? Then let none think they have made a good market in sinning, c-crq vmb dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz d n1? cc, r-crq n1 vmb vbi po12 n-vvg p-acp pno31, p-acp rg-crq n1 d n2 vbr j? av vvb pi vvb pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp vvg, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13314 when they have hid their sins from the eyes of men; when they have hid their Sins from the eyes of men; c-crq pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13315 what will it avail to hide your selves from men, when you lie open and manifest to the eye of God? read Psal. 139.12. Amos 3.2. The Apostle saith (1 Tim. 5.24, 25.) some mens sins are open before hand, going before to judgment; what will it avail to hide your selves from men, when you lie open and manifest to the eye of God? read Psalm 139.12. Amos 3.2. The Apostle Says (1 Tim. 5.24, 25.) Some men's Sins Are open before hand, going before to judgement; q-crq vmb pn31 vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2, c-crq pn22 vvb j cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vvb np1 crd. np1 crd. dt n1 vvz (vvd np1 crd, crd) d ng2 n2 vbr j p-acp n1, vvg a-acp p-acp n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13316 (that is, other men quickly see what they are, & can judge what they have done) and some men, they follow after; (that is, other men quickly see what they Are, & can judge what they have done) and Some men, they follow After; (cst vbz, j-jn n2 av-j vvi r-crq pns32 vbr, cc vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vhb vdn) cc d n2, pns32 vvb a-acp; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13317 though they were hidden at the first, yet they are afterward discovered unto men often, as alwayes unto God: though they were hidden At the First, yet they Are afterwards discovered unto men often, as always unto God: cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt ord, av pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp n2 av, c-acp av p-acp np1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13318 As they are not hid from God now, so he will bring them forth at last, in the sight of men: As they Are not hid from God now, so he will bring them forth At last, in the sighed of men: c-acp pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp np1 av, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av p-acp ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13319 that the Apostle adds in the next verse, Likewise also the good works of some are manifest before hand, that the Apostle adds in the next verse, Likewise also the good works of Some Are manifest before hand, cst dt n1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, av av dt j n2 pp-f d vbr j p-acp n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13320 and they that are otherwise cannot be hid. The word otherwise may have a two-fold reference; First to the word manifest: and they that Are otherwise cannot be hid. The word otherwise may have a twofold Referente; First to the word manifest: cc pns32 cst vbr av vmbx vbi vvn. dt n1 av vmb vhi dt n1 n1; ord p-acp dt n1 j: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13321 As if he had said, though the good works of a man be not presently manifest, As if he had said, though the good works of a man be not presently manifest, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb xx av-j vvi, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13322 yet they cannot be long hid, they shall be opened and revealed. yet they cannot be long hid, they shall be opened and revealed. av pns32 vmbx vbi av-j vvn, pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13323 Secondly, The word otherwise may refer to good works, and so it reaches the point fully; Secondly, The word otherwise may refer to good works, and so it reaches the point Fully; ord, dt n1 av vmb vvi p-acp j n2, cc av pn31 vvz dt n1 av-j; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13324 that is, those works which are not good, or otherwise then good, cannot be hid, though men labour much to hide them. that is, those works which Are not good, or otherwise then good, cannot be hid, though men labour much to hide them. d vbz, d n2 r-crq vbr xx j, cc av av j, vmbx vbi vvn, cs n2 vvb av-d pc-acp vvi pno32. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13325 Sinners, leave off your hiding, leave off your hiding, for you shall not be hid. There is no way for sinners to hide themselves from God; Sinners, leave off your hiding, leave off your hiding, for you shall not be hid. There is no Way for Sinners to hide themselves from God; n2, vvb a-acp po22 vvg, vvb a-acp po22 vvg, c-acp pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn. pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp np1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13326 they may hide themselves in God, in the love, in the favour and mercy of God. they may hide themselves in God, in the love, in the favour and mercy of God. pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13327 Thus sinners may hide themselves in God, but from God they cannot be hid. Thus Sinners may hide themselves in God, but from God they cannot be hid. av n2 vmb vvi px32 p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp np1 pns32 vmbx vbi vvn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13328 Christ is a hiding place unto his people, and he is so in a double respect; christ is a hiding place unto his people, and he is so in a double respect; np1 vbz dt vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vbz av p-acp dt j-jn n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13329 First, from trouble, or in time of trouble; thus David spake ( Psal. 32.7.) Thou art my hiding place: First, from trouble, or in time of trouble; thus David spoke (Psalm 32.7.) Thou art my hiding place: ord, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1; av np1 vvd (np1 crd.) pns21 vb2r po11 vvg n1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13330 The name of the Lord is a strong Tower (saith Solomon, Prov. 18.10.) the righteous runneth into it (for shelter in time of trouble) and is safe. The Prophet is express in this, ( Isa. 32.2.) A man (that is Christ) shall be for a hiding place from the winde, The name of the Lord is a strong Tower (Says Solomon, Curae 18.10.) the righteous Runneth into it (for shelter in time of trouble) and is safe. The Prophet is express in this, (Isaiah 32.2.) A man (that is christ) shall be for a hiding place from the wind, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) dt j vvz p-acp pn31 (p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1) cc vbz j. dt n1 vbz j p-acp d, (np1 crd.) dt n1 (cst vbz np1) vmb vbi p-acp dt vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13331 & a covert from the Tempest: & a covert from the Tempest: cc dt j p-acp dt n1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13332 Christ is truly so, as to the outward troubles and storms which men raise against his people in the things of this life; christ is truly so, as to the outward Troubles and storms which men raise against his people in the things of this life; np1 vbz av-j av, c-acp p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 r-crq n2 vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13333 he is so, especially as to those internal troubles and storms which Satan, or our owne unbelieving hearts raise against us about the things and concernments of the next life. he is so, especially as to those internal Troubles and storms which Satan, or our own unbelieving hearts raise against us about the things and concernments of the next life. pns31 vbz av, av-j c-acp p-acp d j n2 cc n2 r-crq np1, cc po12 d vvg n2 vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt ord n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 671
13375 Vers. 23. For he will not lay upon man more then is right. The text strictly rendred, is, He will not lay upon man more. Vers. 23. For he will not lay upon man more then is right. The text strictly rendered, is, He will not lay upon man more. np1 crd c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cs vbz j-jn. dt n1 av-j vvn, vbz, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2202 Page 674
13334 That man who is also God, who is God-man, is the hiding place of humbled sinners, against the assault of all evils, whether temporal or spiritual. That man who is also God, who is God-man, is the hiding place of humbled Sinners, against the assault of all evils, whither temporal or spiritual. cst n1 r-crq vbz av np1, r-crq vbz n1, vbz dt vvg n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2-jn, cs j cc j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13335 Secondly, As Christ is a hiding place from those troubles which men bring us unto for righteousness sake, Secondly, As christ is a hiding place from those Troubles which men bring us unto for righteousness sake, ord, c-acp np1 vbz dt vvg n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq n2 vvb pno12 p-acp p-acp n1 n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13336 or which Satan and our own hearts bring us into by raising questions about our interest in the righteousness of Christ; or which Satan and our own hearts bring us into by raising questions about our Interest in the righteousness of christ; cc r-crq np1 cc po12 d n2 vvb pno12 p-acp p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13337 So he is a hiding place for us against our own unrighteousness. Sinners or unrighteous persons cannot hide themselves from Christ. So he is a hiding place for us against our own unrighteousness. Sinners or unrighteous Persons cannot hide themselves from christ. av pns31 vbz dt vvg n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 d n1. n2 cc j-u n2 vmbx vvi px32 p-acp np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13338 And as Christ is the best hiding place from bodily dangers, so he is the only hiding place from soul-danger: And as christ is the best hiding place from bodily dangers, so he is the only hiding place from soul-danger: cc p-acp np1 vbz dt js vvg n1 p-acp j n2, av pns31 vbz dt av-j vvg n1 p-acp n1: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13339 Any sinner may hide himself in Christ, as to the guilt of sin, whose eyes are opened to see and acknowledge his sin. Any sinner may hide himself in christ, as to the guilt of since, whose eyes Are opened to see and acknowledge his since. d n1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp np1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13340 Or more distinctly, sinners under a fourfold consideration may hide themselves in Christ; First, if humbled sinners. Secondly, if confessing sinners. Thirdly, if reforming sinners. Or more distinctly, Sinners under a fourfold consideration may hide themselves in christ; First, if humbled Sinners. Secondly, if confessing Sinners. Thirdly, if reforming Sinners. cc av-dc av-j, n2 p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi px32 p-acp np1; ord, cs j-vvn n2. ord, cs vvg n2. ord, cs vvg n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13341 Fourthly, believing sinners Christ is a hiding place to all such sinners. Fourthly, believing Sinners christ is a hiding place to all such Sinners. ord, vvg n2 np1 vbz dt vvg n1 p-acp d d n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13342 And seeing no sinner can hide himself from the wrath of God by any means of his own devising or contriving: And seeing no sinner can hide himself from the wrath of God by any means of his own devising or contriving: cc vvg dx n1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 d vvg cc vvg: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13343 Let all sinners give over such vain contrivements, and learn that Gospel wisdome, to hide themselves in Christ from that wrath which is to come. Let all Sinners give over such vain contrivements, and Learn that Gospel Wisdom, to hide themselves in christ from that wrath which is to come. vvb d n2 vvb p-acp d j n2, cc vvi d n1 n1, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13344 When we labour to hide our selves any other way, we lose our labour, and do not hide our selves from God, but God from our selves; When we labour to hide our selves any other Way, we loose our labour, and do not hide our selves from God, but God from our selves; c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n2 d j-jn n1, pns12 vvb po12 n1, cc vdb xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc-acp np1 p-acp po12 n2; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13345 that is, we hide the favour and mercy of God from our selves. Lastly Observe. Men are not easily perswaded that they cannot hide themselves from the sight of God. that is, we hide the favour and mercy of God from our selves. Lastly Observe. Men Are not Easily persuaded that they cannot hide themselves from the sighed of God. d vbz, pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2. ord vvb. n2 vbr xx av-j vvn cst pns32 vmbx vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2195 Page 672
13346 That hath much hold of us, which we are often warned to avoid. That hath much hold of us, which we Are often warned to avoid. cst vhz d n1 pp-f pno12, r-crq pns12 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 672
13347 This is not the only place of the whole Scripture, no nor of this particular book where this truth is held forth. This is not the only place of the Whole Scripture, no nor of this particular book where this truth is held forth. d vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, uh-dx ccx pp-f d j n1 c-crq d n1 vbz vvn av. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 672
13348 There are many and many Scriptures wherein this common truth is pressed upon us. There Are many and many Scriptures wherein this Common truth is pressed upon us. pc-acp vbr d cc d n2 c-crq d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 672
13349 And doth not this (if not strongly infer, yet) intimate at least that man doth not easily believe it? Yea, Is it not an argument that man is apt to nourish himself in those vain hopes, that he can hide himself from God, And does not this (if not strongly infer, yet) intimate At least that man does not Easily believe it? Yea, Is it not an argument that man is apt to nourish himself in those vain hope's, that he can hide himself from God, cc vdz xx d (cs xx av-j vvi, av) vvb p-acp ds cst n1 vdz xx av-j vvi pn31? uh, vbz pn31 xx dt n1 cst n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d j n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp np1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 672
13350 or that he shall be hid from God? I may cast the foolish presumptions of men about this thing into four sorts. or that he shall be hid from God? I may cast the foolish presumptions of men about this thing into four sorts. cc cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1? pns11 vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp crd n2. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 672
13351 First, Some hope to be hid in the croud, or that they shall not be taken notice of among so many. First, some hope to be hid in the crowd, or that they shall not be taken notice of among so many. ord, d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn n1 pp-f p-acp av d. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 672
13352 Secondly, The eyes of others are so darkned, that their sins are hid from themselves, yea they take their vices for vertues, their evil acts for good; Secondly, The eyes of Others Are so darkened, that their Sins Are hid from themselves, yea they take their vices for Virtues, their evil acts for good; ord, dt n2 pp-f n2-jn vbr av vvn, cst po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp px32, uh pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp n2, po32 j-jn n2 p-acp j; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 672
13354 Thirdly, Many are never so well pleased as when they are flattered, or when others not only hide the sinfulness of their wayes from them, Thirdly, Many Are never so well pleased as when they Are flattered, or when Others not only hide the sinfulness of their ways from them, ord, d vbr av-x av av vvn a-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, cc c-crq n2-jn xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pno32, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 673
13355 but commend and extol them as vertuous and praise worthy. but commend and extol them as virtuous and praise worthy. cc-acp vvb cc vvi pno32 p-acp j cc vvi j. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 673
13356 And because their evil ways appear good to some men, they cannot be convinced that there is any evil in them appearing to God. And Because their evil ways appear good to Some men, they cannot be convinced that there is any evil in them appearing to God. cc c-acp po32 j-jn n2 vvb j p-acp d n2, pns32 vmbx vbi vvn cst pc-acp vbz d n-jn p-acp pno32 vvg p-acp np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 673
13357 Lastly, As all impenitent sinners put their sins out of their own sight, so nothing pleaseth them more then this imagination, that they shall never come into the sight of God. Lastly, As all impenitent Sinners put their Sins out of their own sighed, so nothing Pleases them more then this imagination, that they shall never come into the sighed of God. ord, c-acp d j n2 vvd po32 n2 av pp-f po32 d n1, av pix vvz pno32 av-dc cs d n1, cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2197 Page 673
13358 Surely the Lord would never urge this matter so often upon the children of men if it were not so. Surely the Lord would never urge this matter so often upon the children of men if it were not so. av-j dt n1 vmd av-x vvi d n1 av av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cs pn31 vbdr xx av. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13359 But let sinners consider what they will do, and what will become of them, seeing, But let Sinners Consider what they will do, and what will become of them, seeing, cc-acp vvb n2 vvi r-crq pns32 vmb vdi, cc q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno32, vvg, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13360 as it is impossible that they should be hid, so it will be most intollerable for them them to appear and stand before God in the day of judgement, ( Psal. 1.5.) All must come to judgment, as it is impossible that they should be hid, so it will be most intolerable for them them to appear and stand before God in the day of judgement, (Psalm 1.5.) All must come to judgement, c-acp pn31 vbz j cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn, av pn31 vmb vbi av-ds j p-acp pno32 pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd.) av-d vmb vvi p-acp n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13361 and appear at the Bar, but it will be an inexpressible grief to appear, and not be approved, and appear At the Bar, but it will be an inexpressible grief to appear, and not be approved, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc xx vbi vvn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13362 or to appear and then be condemned. Therefore be wise, and hide your selves where you may be hid; or to appear and then be condemned. Therefore be wise, and hide your selves where you may be hid; cc pc-acp vvi cc av vbi vvn. av vbb j, cc vvb po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vmb vbi vvn; (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13363 do not attempt to hide your selves (which is the attempt of most sinners) where you cannot be hid: do not attempt to hide your selves (which is the attempt of most Sinners) where you cannot be hid: vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n2 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f ds n2) c-crq pn22 vmbx vbi vvn: (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13364 They who will needs hide themselves in that darkness and shaddow of death, here spoken of, shall be cast into utter darkness, They who will needs hide themselves in that darkness and shadow of death, Here spoken of, shall be cast into utter darkness, pns32 r-crq vmb av vvi px32 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av vvn pp-f, vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13365 and abide for ever in that infernal valley of the shaddow of death, in which there is no ease to be had, and abide for ever in that infernal valley of the shadow of death, in which there is no ease to be had, cc vvi p-acp av p-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn, (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13366 and from which there is no release to be got. and from which there is no release to be god. cc p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13367 Darkness and death will be the portion of those sinners in the next world, who have studied to shaddow their sins with any kinde of darkness in this. Darkness and death will be the portion of those Sinners in the next world, who have studied to shadow their Sins with any kind of darkness in this. n1 cc n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vhb vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d. (30) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 673
13368 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 23, 24, 25. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 23, 24, 25. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd (31) chapter (DIV2) 2198 Page 674
13369 For he will not lay upon man more then right, that he should enter into judgement with God. For he will not lay upon man more then right, that he should enter into judgement with God. c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cs j-jn, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2199 Page 674
13370 He shall break in pieces mighty men without number, and set others in their stead. He shall break in Pieces mighty men without number, and Set Others in their stead. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 j n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2200 Page 674
13371 Therefore he knoweth their workes, and he over-turneth them in the night, so that they are destroyed. Therefore he Knoweth their works, and he overturneth them in the night, so that they Are destroyed. av pns31 vvz po32 n2, cc pns31 j pno32 p-acp dt n1, av cst pns32 vbr vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2201 Page 674
13372 IN the 23d verse, being the first of this context, Elihu further justifyeth the severest proceedings of God with man; IN the 23d verse, being the First of this context, Elihu further Justifieth the Severest proceedings of God with man; p-acp dt crd n1, vbg dt ord pp-f d n1, np1 av-jc vvz dt js n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2202 Page 674
13373 He that layeth upon man no more then is right, may be justified in whatsoever he layeth upon him; He that Layeth upon man no more then is right, may be justified in whatsoever he Layeth upon him; pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc cs vbz j-jn, vmb vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2202 Page 674
13374 But God layeth upon man no more then is right, Therefore &c. The Assumption is expresse in the text. But God Layeth upon man no more then is right, Therefore etc. The Assump is express in the text. cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc cs vbz j-jn, av av dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2202 Page 674
13396 A temptation or affliction common to man, is but such as man may beare; A temptation or affliction Common to man, is but such as man may bear; dt n1 cc n1 j p-acp n1, vbz p-acp d c-acp n1 vmb vvi; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13376 Our translaters supply the words, then is right to determine what that more is which God will not lay upon man. Our translators supply the words, then is right to determine what that more is which God will not lay upon man. po12 n2 vvi dt n2, av vbz j-jn pc-acp vvi r-crq d dc vbz q-crq np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2203 Page 674
13377 The words have a two-fold sence. The words have a twofold sense. dt n2 vhb dt n1 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2204 Page 674
13378 First, Some interpreters render them as a direct deniall of any power seated in or liberty given unto man, to plead, capitulate, First, some Interpreters render them as a Direct denial of any power seated in or liberty given unto man, to plead, capitulate, ord, d n2 vvb pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp cc n1 vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2205 Page 674
13379 or to come in judgement with God; or to come in judgement with God; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2205 Page 674
13380 Elihu charging it upon Job, that he had not done well in taking or using such a liberty to complaine about his condition; Elihu charging it upon Job, that he had not done well in taking or using such a liberty to complain about his condition; np1 vvg pn31 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vhd xx vdn av p-acp vvg cc vvg d dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2205 Page 674
13381 addeth here (according to this interpretation) God neither hath nor will indulge man a liberty (as he hath not given him a just cause) to complain as if he had don him wrong. adds Here (according to this Interpretation) God neither hath nor will indulge man a liberty (as he hath not given him a just cause) to complain as if he had dONE him wrong. vvz av (vvg p-acp d n1) np1 d vhz ccx n1 vvb n1 dt n1 (c-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn pno31 dt j n1) pc-acp vvi c-acp cs pns31 vhd vdn pno31 n-jn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2205 Page 674
13382 And if man when God hath once declared his mind, and published his sentence, should make his defence or offer to produce his reasonings against it, the Lord will not suffer it, he will not permit man to proceed in such a way, seeing the sentence of God and what he doth upon it is alwayes just, And if man when God hath once declared his mind, and published his sentence, should make his defence or offer to produce his reasonings against it, the Lord will not suffer it, he will not permit man to proceed in such a Way, seeing the sentence of God and what he does upon it is always just, cc cs n1 c-crq np1 vhz a-acp vvn po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n1, vmd vvi po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2-vvg p-acp pn31, dt n1 vmb xx vvi pn31, pns31 vmb xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cc r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp pn31 vbz av j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2205 Page 674
13383 and the right stands ever on his side, as well as the soveraignty is ever vested in him. and the right Stands ever on his side, as well as the sovereignty is ever vested in him. cc dt n-jn vvz av p-acp po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp pno31. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2205 Page 674
13384 Master Broughton translates the whole verse to this sense, Therefore it is not for man ever to purpose to enter into judgement before the Omnipotent; Master Broughton translates the Whole verse to this sense, Therefore it is not for man ever to purpose to enter into judgement before the Omnipotent; n1 np1 vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, av pn31 vbz xx p-acp n1 av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt j; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2205 Page 674
13385 there is no appeale from God, nor will he admit sinners by any artifices, or delayes, to interrupt the progresse of his justice. there is no appeal from God, nor will he admit Sinners by any artifices, or delays, to interrupt the progress of his Justice. a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, ccx vmb pns31 vvi n2 p-acp d fw-la, cc n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2205 Page 675
13386 Secondly, The words (as we render them) carry both an assertion, that God is just, and a demonstration of it; Secondly, The words (as we render them) carry both an assertion, that God is just, and a demonstration of it; ord, dt n2 (c-acp pns12 vvb pno32) vvb d dt n1, cst np1 vbz j, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2206 Page 675
13387 For he will not lay upon man more then is right, that he should enter into judgement with God; For he will not lay upon man more then is right, that he should enter into judgement with God; c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cs vbz j-jn, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2206 Page 675
13388 that is, man hath no cause to enter into judgement with God, if God should give him leave, that is, man hath no cause to enter into judgement with God, if God should give him leave, cst vbz, n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cs np1 vmd vvi pno31 vvi, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2206 Page 675
13389 and let him be at his liberty in that poynt; for God will not lay upon man more then is right. and let him be At his liberty in that point; for God will not lay upon man more then is right. cc vvb pno31 vbi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1; p-acp np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cs vbz j-jn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2206 Page 675
13390 There is another supply of a word which also beareth a good sense, and suites wel with this exposition; There is Another supply of a word which also bears a good sense, and suits well with this exposition; pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq av vvz dt j n1, cc n2 av p-acp d n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13391 thus, God will not lay upon man more then he can beare, (or hath strength to beare) that he should enter into judgement with him; thus, God will not lay upon man more then he can bear, (or hath strength to bear) that he should enter into judgement with him; av, np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cs pns31 vmb vvi, (cc vhz n1 pc-acp vvi) cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13392 if we reade the text so, then that of the Apostle (1 Cor: 10.13.) is a cleare exposition of it, There hath no temptation taken you, if we read the text so, then that of the Apostle (1 Cor: 10.13.) is a clear exposition of it, There hath no temptation taken you, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 av, cs d pp-f dt n1 (crd fw-la: crd.) vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31, a-acp vhz dx n1 vvn pn22, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13393 but such as is common to man; but such as is Common to man; cc-acp d c-acp vbz j p-acp n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13394 but God is faithfull, who will not suffer you to be tempted, above that you are able, but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted, above that you Are able, cc-acp np1 vbz j, r-crq vmb xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp cst pn22 vbr j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13395 but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to beare it. but will with the temptation also make a Way to escape, that you may be able to bear it. cc-acp vmb p-acp dt n1 av vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13397 God will not overburden his people, he knoweth what flesh and blood, as also what Grace can beare. God will not overburden his people, he Knoweth what Flesh and blood, as also what Grace can bear. np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1, pns31 vvz r-crq n1 cc n1, c-acp av q-crq n1 vmb vvi. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13398 As a man would not lay such a weight upon a childe, as would burthen a man, (we lay a childs burthen upon a child, As a man would not lay such a weight upon a child, as would burden a man, (we lay a child's burden upon a child, p-acp dt n1 vmd xx vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp vmd n1 dt n1, (pns12 vvb dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13399 and a mans burthen upon a man) so the Lord measures and weighs out his judgements in proportion to every mans strength, he will not lay upon him more then he is able to beare. and a men burden upon a man) so the Lord measures and weighs out his Judgments in proportion to every men strength, he will not lay upon him more then he is able to bear. cc dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1) av dt n1 vvz cc vvz av po31 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31 av-dc cs pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13400 That's a good sense, and hath a cleare reason in it, why man should not complaine of what God layeth upon him, it being only proportionate to his strength. That's a good sense, and hath a clear reason in it, why man should not complain of what God Layeth upon him, it being only proportionate to his strength. d|vbz dt j n1, cc vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, q-crq n1 vmd xx vvi pp-f r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31, pn31 vbg j j p-acp po31 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2207 Page 675
13401 But I shall rather prosecute the text according to the supply given in our translation, which makes the reason why all such complaints should be forborne and silenced, to be this, But I shall rather prosecute the text according to the supply given in our Translation, which makes the reason why all such complaints should be forborn and silenced, to be this, cc-acp pns11 vmb av-c vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 c-crq d d n2 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn, pc-acp vbi d, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2208 Page 675
13402 because the sufferings of man are never proportion'd beyond his desert. He will not lay upon man more then right. Because the sufferings of man Are never proportioned beyond his desert. He will not lay upon man more then right. c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av-x vvn p-acp po31 n1. pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cs j-jn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2208 Page 675
13403 That is, more then he hath deserved, or is equitable in his case; whatsoever is layd, or imposed upon man beyond right, he hath cause to complaine of, That is, more then he hath deserved, or is equitable in his case; whatsoever is laid, or imposed upon man beyond right, he hath cause to complain of, cst vbz, av-dc cs pns31 vhz vvn, cc vbz j p-acp po31 n1; r-crq vbz vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n-jn, pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2209 Page 675
13404 and may traverse the Judgement, or desire another hearing, yea he may appeale to some higher Judge if there be any; and may traverse the Judgement, or desire Another hearing, yea he may appeal to Some higher Judge if there be any; cc vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvb j-jn vvg, uh pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d jc n1 cs pc-acp vbb d; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2209 Page 675
13405 But if what is awarded against him be right according to Law, and sutable to Justice, let the sentence be what it will (let him be able to beare it or no, much more if he be able also to beare it, But if what is awarded against him be right according to Law, and suitable to justice, let the sentence be what it will (let him be able to bear it or no, much more if he be able also to bear it, cc-acp cs q-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno31 vbb j-jn p-acp p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb (vvb pno31 vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 cc uh-dx, av-d av-dc cs pns31 vbb j av pc-acp vvi pn31, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2209 Page 676
13406 as in this case it is) he hath no cause at all to desire a review of it. as in this case it is) he hath no cause At all to desire a review of it. c-acp p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz) pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi dt vvi pp-f pn31. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2209 Page 676
13407 Thus it is (saith Elihu ) in all the dealings of God with man, He will not lay upon man more then is right, that he should enter into judgement with God. Thus it is (Says Elihu) in all the dealings of God with man, He will not lay upon man more then is right, that he should enter into judgement with God. av pn31 vbz (vvz np1) p-acp d dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cs vbz j-jn, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2209 Page 676
13408 To enter (or goe) into judgement (as the word is) is either to begin or renew a sute, To enter (or go) into judgement (as the word is) is either to begin or renew a suit, pc-acp vvi (cc vvi) p-acp n1 (c-acp dt n1 vbz) vbz d pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13409 and to desire the hearing of the cause againe. and to desire the hearing of the cause again. cc pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 av. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13410 God makes no faulty Judgements, why then should any cause determin'd by him come to a second hearing? there may be reason enough among men to heare a cause againe, God makes no faulty Judgments, why then should any cause determined by him come to a second hearing? there may be reason enough among men to hear a cause again, np1 vvz dx j n2, uh-crq av vmd d n1 vvd p-acp pno31 vvn p-acp dt ord vvg? pc-acp vmb vbi n1 av-d p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13411 but what God resolves, needs not be reviewed much lesse reversed. but what God resolves, needs not be reviewed much less reversed. cc-acp r-crq np1 vvz, vvz xx vbi vvn av-d av-dc vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13412 Here then Elihu meets with those frequent complaints of Job under his afflictions, and likewise with those his severall motions, Here then Elihu meets with those frequent complaints of Job under his afflictions, and likewise with those his several motions, av av np1 vvz p-acp d j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc av p-acp d po31 j n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13413 and earnest petitions, to have his cause heard afresh, as if God had prest him too sore, and earnest petitions, to have his cause herd afresh, as if God had pressed him too soar, cc j n2, pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvd av, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn pno31 av av-j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13414 or, at least, had not done him right in suffering him to be so sorely prest by men. Thus Elihu seemes to say; or, At least, had not done him right in suffering him to be so sorely pressed by men. Thus Elihu seems to say; cc, p-acp ds, vhd xx vdn pno31 av-jn p-acp vvg pno31 pc-acp vbi av av-j vvn p-acp n2. av np1 vvz pc-acp vvi; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13415 God never gave any man any just cause, to plead his cause over againe with him, God never gave any man any just cause, to plead his cause over again with him, np1 av-x vvd d n1 d j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 a-acp av p-acp pno31, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13417 'Tis true, carnall men, yea and sometimes godly men, when (as Job here) they are greatly afflicted, are ready to thinke and say they are over-severely dealt with; It's true, carnal men, yea and sometime godly men, when (as Job Here) they Are greatly afflicted, Are ready to think and say they Are oversevere dealt with; pn31|vbz j, j n2, uh cc av j n2, c-crq (c-acp np1 av) pns32 vbr av-j vvn, vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pns32 vbr j vvn p-acp; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13418 But the reason of Elihu stands good and firme against all these thoughts and sayings. For he will not lay upon man more then is right. Hence note. But the reason of Elihu Stands good and firm against all these thoughts and sayings. For he will not lay upon man more then is right. Hence note. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz j cc j p-acp d d n2 cc n2-vvg. c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cs vbz j-jn. av vvi. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2210 Page 676
13419 God never wronged, nor will wrong any man. There are two speciall cases, in which God never did, nor ever will wrong man; God never wronged, nor will wrong any man. There Are two special cases, in which God never did, nor ever will wrong man; np1 av-x vvn, ccx vmb vvi d n1. pc-acp vbr crd j n2, p-acp r-crq np1 av-x vdd, ccx av vmb vvi n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2211 Page 676
13420 First, he will not wrong man by denying him that reward, which he hath freely promised, no man shall serve God for naught; First, he will not wrong man by denying him that reward, which he hath freely promised, no man shall serve God for nought; ord, pns31 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp vvg pno31 cst n1, r-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn, dx n1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pix; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 676
13421 he shall not say, God hath promised, but he hath not performed. he shall not say, God hath promised, but he hath not performed. pns31 vmb xx vvi, np1 vhz vvn, cc-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 676
13422 The experience of his people seale to the truth of his promises, as wel as their faith imbraceth it. The experience of his people seal to the truth of his promises, as well as their faith Embraceth it. dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp av c-acp po32 n1 vvz pn31. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 676
13423 That hope of man which is anchored in a promise of God, never miscarried not made any man ashamed. That hope of man which is anchored in a promise of God, never miscarried not made any man ashamed. cst n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-x vvd xx vvn d n1 j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 676
13424 Secondly, God will not wrong man, by laying upon him a greater punishment then he hath threatned. Secondly, God will not wrong man, by laying upon him a greater punishment then he hath threatened. ord, np1 vmb xx vvi n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 dt jc n1 cs pns31 vhz vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 676
13425 The Magistrate cannot be charged with laying more punishment upon an offender, then is right, if he punisheth him not more then the Law alloweth. The Magistrate cannot be charged with laying more punishment upon an offender, then is right, if he Punisheth him not more then the Law alloweth. dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp vvg av-dc n1 p-acp dt n1, av vbz j-jn, cs pns31 vvz pno31 xx dc cs dt n1 vvz. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 676
13426 There may be a great deale of severity (I grant) in punishing up to the rigor of the Law, There may be a great deal of severity (I grant) in punishing up to the rigor of the Law, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 (pns11 vvb) p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13427 but there is no unrighteousness in it. The Mosaical law allowed of forty stripes; but there is no unrighteousness in it. The Mosaical law allowed of forty stripes; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31. dt j n1 vvn pp-f crd n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13428 now if they had layd forty-one upon any offender, they had layd upon him more then was right, because they exceeded the Law; now if they had laid fortune upon any offender, they had laid upon him more then was right, Because they exceeded the Law; av cs pns32 vhd vvn j p-acp d n1, pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pno31 av-dc cs vbds j-jn, c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13429 and to have layd full forty stripes, which was the utmost they could by Law, had been severe, and to have laid full forty stripes, which was the utmost they could by Law, had been severe, cc pc-acp vhi vvn av-j crd n2, r-crq vbds dt j pns32 vmd p-acp n1, vhd vbn j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13430 therefore they usually abated one stripe at least; Therefore they usually abated one stripe At least; av pns32 av-j vvd crd n1 p-acp ds; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13431 Hence the Apostle Paul saith (2 Cor: 11.24.) Of the Jewes five times received I forty stripes save one; Hence the Apostle Paul Says (2 Cor: 11.24.) Of the Jews five times received I forty stripes save one; av dt n1 np1 vvz (crd fw-la: crd.) pp-f dt np2 crd n2 vvd pns11 crd n2 p-acp crd; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13432 if they had given Paul forty stripes they had done no wrong as to the Law, if they had given Paul forty stripes they had done no wrong as to the Law, cs pns32 vhd vvn np1 crd n2 pns32 vhd vdn dx n-jn c-acp p-acp dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13433 though one had been too many for and a wrong to him who had not broken their law. though one had been too many for and a wrong to him who had not broken their law. c-acp pi vhd vbn av d p-acp cc dt n-jn p-acp pno31 r-crq vhd xx vvn po32 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13434 Seeing the Lord lays no more upon the worst of sinners, then the law alloweth, he doth not lay upon man more then right, Seeing the Lord lays no more upon the worst of Sinners, then the law alloweth, he does not lay upon man more then right, vvg dt n1 vvz av-dx dc p-acp dt js pp-f n2, cs dt n1 vvz, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cs j-jn, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13435 Yea not only the chastisements which the Lord layeth upon his owne servants, but the greatest punishments which he layeth upon the worst of the wicked, in this world, are much lesse then might with Justice be inflicted. Yea not only the chastisements which the Lord Layeth upon his own Servants, but the greatest punishments which he Layeth upon the worst of the wicked, in this world, Are much less then might with justice be inflicted. uh xx av-j dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 d n2, cc-acp dt js n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt js pp-f dt j, p-acp d n1, vbr av-d av-dc cs vmd p-acp n1 vbb vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13436 This was Ezra's humble acknowledgement before the Lord ( Ezra 9.13.) And after all that is come upon us, This was Ezra's humble acknowledgement before the Lord (Ezra 9.13.) And After all that is come upon us, d vbds npg1 j n1 p-acp dt n1 (np1 crd.) cc p-acp d cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13479 Thus he expostulated the matter, ( chap. 21.7.) Wherefore do the wicked live, become old, Thus he expostulated the matter, (chap. 21.7.) Wherefore do the wicked live, become old, av pns31 vvn dt n1, (n1 crd.) q-crq vdb dt j vvi, vvb j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13437 for our evill deeds, and for our great trespasse, seeing that thou our God hast punished us lesse then our iniquities deserve. for our evil Deeds, and for our great trespass, seeing that thou our God hast punished us less then our iniquities deserve. c-acp po12 j-jn n2, cc p-acp po12 j n1, vvg cst pns21 po12 np1 vh2 vvn pno12 av-dc cs po12 n2 vvi. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13438 The punishment that was upon the people of Israel, was exceeding great, in so much that Daniel saith in his prayer ( Chap: 9.11, 12.) Ʋnder the whole heavens, hath not been done, The punishment that was upon the people of Israel, was exceeding great, in so much that daniel Says in his prayer (Chap: 9.11, 12.) Ʋnder the Whole heavens, hath not been done, dt n1 cst vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds vvg j, p-acp av av-d cst np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 (n1: crd, crd) vvb dt j-jn n2, vhz xx vbn vdn, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13439 as hath been done upon Jerusalem, yet Ezra speaking of that very dispensation, saith, Thou hast punished us lesse, then our iniquities deserve. as hath been done upon Jerusalem, yet Ezra speaking of that very Dispensation, Says, Thou hast punished us less, then our iniquities deserve. c-acp vhz vbn vdn p-acp np1, av np1 vvg pp-f cst j n1, vvz, pns21 vh2 vvn pno12 dc, cs po12 n2 vvi. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13440 In this life the greatest of our punishments, are lesse then the least of our sins. In this life the greatest of our punishments, Are less then the least of our Sins. p-acp d n1 dt js pp-f po12 n2, vbr dc cs dt ds pp-f po12 n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13441 Every sin, or transgression of the Law, deserves eternall death; Every since, or Transgression of the Law, deserves Eternal death; d n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz j n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13442 therefore in this life the greatest punishments that fall upon sinners, are lesse then their sins. Therefore in this life the greatest punishments that fallen upon Sinners, Are less then their Sins. av p-acp d n1 dt js n2 cst vvb p-acp n2, vbr dc cs po32 n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13443 As the least mercies which God bestoweth upon them, are greater then the greatest of their deservings. (That was Jacobs free confession ( Gen: 32.10.) I am not worthy of the least of (or I am lesse then) all the mercies, and of all the truth which thou hast shewed unto thy servant) So the greatest punishments that fall upon them in this life, are lesse then the least of their sins: As the least Mercies which God bestoweth upon them, Are greater then the greatest of their deservings. (That was Jacobs free Confessi (Gen: 32.10.) I am not worthy of the least of (or I am less then) all the Mercies, and of all the truth which thou hast showed unto thy servant) So the greatest punishments that fallen upon them in this life, Are less then the least of their Sins: p-acp dt ds n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32, vbr jc cs dt js pp-f po32 n2-vvg. (d vbds np1 j n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vbm xx j pp-f dt ds pp-f (cc pns11 vbm av-dc cs) d dt n2, cc pp-f d dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 n1) av dt js n2 cst vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, vbr dc cs dt ds pp-f po32 n2: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13444 And in the next life, where sinners shall have full measure, heaped up, pressed downe, running over, And in the next life, where Sinners shall have full measure, heaped up, pressed down, running over, cc p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq n2 vmb vhi j n1, vvd a-acp, vvd a-acp, vvg a-acp, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13445 and that for ever, yet then they shall not have one graine more, either of weight or measure, then they have deserved. and that for ever, yet then they shall not have one grain more, either of weight or measure, then they have deserved. cc cst p-acp av, av av pns32 vmb xx vhi crd n1 av-dc, av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vhb vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13446 The Lord layeth upon no man in this life so much, nor in that to come more then is right. Hence it followeth, Secondly. The Lord Layeth upon no man in this life so much, nor in that to come more then is right. Hence it follows, Secondly. dt n1 vvz p-acp dx n1 p-acp d n1 av av-d, ccx p-acp d pc-acp vvi av-dc cs vbz j-jn. av pn31 vvz, ord. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2212 Page 677
13447 Man hath no cause to complaine of God, or God hath not given any man any cause to complaine whatsoever his sufferings are. Man hath no cause to complain of God, or God hath not given any man any cause to complain whatsoever his sufferings Are. n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f np1, cc np1 vhz xx vvn d n1 d n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq po31 n2 vbr. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2213 Page 678
13448 Why should he complaine who hath but his right? As God hath not given any man a liberty to complaine, Why should he complain who hath but his right? As God hath not given any man a liberty to complain, q-crq vmd pns31 vvi r-crq vhz p-acp po31 n-jn? p-acp np1 vhz xx vvn d n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13449 so he hath not given any man just occasion, or a true reason to complaine. so he hath not given any man just occasion, or a true reason to complain. av pns31 vhz xx vvn d n1 j n1, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13450 If the burden of punishment be heavy upon any man, let him thanke his own sin, If the burden of punishment be heavy upon any man, let him thank his own since, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb j p-acp d n1, vvb pno31 vvi po31 d n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13451 or selfe for it, he hath but his due from God. or self for it, he hath but his due from God. cc n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vhz p-acp po31 j-jn p-acp np1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13452 We are often cruel to and wrong our selves, God is usually mercifull, and never but just to us; We Are often cruel to and wrong our selves, God is usually merciful, and never but just to us; pns12 vbr av j p-acp cc vvb po12 n2, np1 vbz av-j j, cc av-x cc-acp j p-acp pno12; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13453 yea how great soever any affliction is, 'tis a mercy that 'tis no greater; yea how great soever any affliction is, it's a mercy that it's no greater; uh q-crq j av d n1 vbz, pn31|vbz dt n1 cst pn31|vbz dx jc; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13454 and God can quickly make it greater, how great soever it is, and still be just. and God can quickly make it greater, how great soever it is, and still be just. cc np1 vmb av-j vvi pn31 jc, c-crq j av pn31 vbz, cc av vbi j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13455 As he never doth more then he may, so he never doth so much as he can in punishing us. As he never does more then he may, so he never does so much as he can in punishing us. c-acp pns31 av-x vdz dc cs pns31 vmb, av pns31 av-x vdz av av-d c-acp pns31 vmb p-acp vvg pno12. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13456 The Lord hath more in the treasures of his wrath, then yet he hath powred upon the worst of sinners. The Lord hath more in the treasures of his wrath, then yet he hath poured upon the worst of Sinners. dt n1 vhz dc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, av av pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13457 Nor indeed can the most capacious vessels of wrath, hold all his wrath; 'tis, as himselfe is, infinite. Nor indeed can the most capacious vessels of wrath, hold all his wrath; it's, as himself is, infinite. ccx av vmb dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1, vvb d po31 n1; pn31|vbz, c-acp px31 vbz, j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13458 Cain sayd, My punishment is greater then I can beare (Gen: 4.13.) yet God could have made his punishment greater then it was. Cain said, My punishment is greater then I can bear (Gen: 4.13.) yet God could have made his punishment greater then it was. np1 vvd, po11 n1 vbz jc cs pns11 vmb vvi (np1: crd.) av np1 vmd vhi vvn po31 n1 jc cs pn31 vbds. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13459 Therefore Jeremy confessed ( Lam: 3.22.) It is of the Lords mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions faile not. Therefore Jeremiah confessed (Lam: 3.22.) It is of the lords Mercies that we Are not consumed, Because his compassions fail not. av np1 vvd (np1: crd.) pn31 vbz pp-f dt n2 n2 cst pns12 vbr xx vvn, c-acp po31 n2 vvb xx. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13460 Whatsoever is lesse then utter consumption, hath some mixture of compassion in it, every punishment hath somewhat of compassion in it, except that of everlasting damnation. Whatsoever is less then utter consumption, hath Some mixture of compassion in it, every punishment hath somewhat of compassion in it, except that of everlasting damnation. r-crq vbz av-dc cs j n1, vhz d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, d n1 vhz av pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp d pp-f j n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13461 O then let all flesh feare and tremble to enter into Judgement with God, to complaine or take offence at any of his proceedings with them. O then let all Flesh Fear and tremble to enter into Judgement with God, to complain or take offence At any of his proceedings with them. sy av vvb d n1 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno32. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2214 Page 678
13462 There are foure things considerable in God, which should stop all mens mouths, from daring to doe so. First, He is most powerfull; There Are foure things considerable in God, which should stop all men's mouths, from daring to do so. First, He is most powerful; pc-acp vbr crd n2 j p-acp np1, r-crq vmd vvi d ng2 n2, p-acp vvg pc-acp vdi av. ord, pns31 vbz av-ds j; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2215 Page 678
13463 there is no escaping out of his hands. there is no escaping out of his hands. pc-acp vbz dx vvg av pp-f po31 n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2216 Page 678
13464 Secondly, He is most wise and seeth quite through all that man hath done with his hand, Secondly, He is most wise and sees quite through all that man hath done with his hand, ord, pns31 vbz av-ds j cc vvz av p-acp d cst n1 vhz vdn p-acp po31 n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2217 Page 678
13465 yea all that hath been contrived in his heart. yea all that hath been contrived in his heart. uh d cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2217 Page 678
13466 Thirdly, He is most just, and will not be taken off from doing less, neither can he be provoked to do more then is right to any man. Thirdly, He is most just, and will not be taken off from doing less, neither can he be provoked to do more then is right to any man. ord, pns31 vbz av-ds j, cc vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp vdg av-dc, dx vmb pns31 vbi vvn pc-acp vdi dc cs vbz j-jn p-acp d n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2218 Page 678
13467 Fourthly, How should man fear to enter into judgement with God; seeing his judgments are past finding out; Fourthly, How should man Fear to enter into judgement with God; seeing his Judgments Are passed finding out; ord, q-crq vmd n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1; vvg po31 n2 vbr p-acp vvg av; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 678
13468 they are, as the Scripture saith, a great deep, we are not able to fathome them; they Are, as the Scripture Says, a great deep, we Are not able to fathom them; pns32 vbr, c-acp dt n1 vvz, dt j j-jn, pns12 vbr xx j p-acp n1 pno32; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 679
13469 therefore wo unto those that complain of, or murmure against them: Therefore woe unto those that complain of, or murmur against them: av n1 p-acp d cst vvb pp-f, cc vvi p-acp pno32: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 679
13470 we should alwayes pray with David, (Psal. 143.2.) Lord, enter not into judgement with thy servant, we should always pray with David, (Psalm 143.2.) Lord, enter not into judgement with thy servant, pns12 vmd av vvi p-acp np1, (np1 crd.) n1, vvb xx p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 679
13471 for in thy sight shall no man living be justified: for in thy sighed shall no man living be justified: c-acp p-acp po21 n1 vmb dx n1 vvg vbb vvn: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 679
13472 and we should alwayes be afraid to enter into judgement with God, for he will not only justifie, and we should always be afraid to enter into judgement with God, for he will not only justify, cc pns12 vmd av vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 679
13473 but magnifie himself and his works in the sight of all men living. but magnify himself and his works in the sighed of all men living. cc-acp vvb px31 cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvg. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 679
13474 We should be so far from entring into judgement with God (which many do when they think they do it not) that we should continually beg him, not to enter into judgement with us; We should be so Far from entering into judgement with God (which many doe when they think they do it not) that we should continually beg him, not to enter into judgement with us; pns12 vmd vbi av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp n1 p-acp np1 (r-crq d n1 c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vdb pn31 xx) cst pns12 vmd av-j vvi pno31, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno12; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 679
13475 for we are not only unable to stand before him, but must certainly be broken before him; for we Are not only unable to stand before him, but must Certainly be broken before him; c-acp pns12 vbr xx av-j j-u pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc-acp vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp pno31; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 679
13476 as it followeth, Vers. 24. He shall break in pieces mighty men without number, and set others in their stead. as it follows, Vers. 24. He shall break in Pieces mighty men without number, and Set Others in their stead. c-acp pn31 vvz, np1 crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 j n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2219 Page 679
13477 As Job had often complained of his own troubles, so he had somtimes of the prosperity of wicked men, As Job had often complained of his own Troubles, so he had sometimes of the Prosperity of wicked men, p-acp np1 vhd av vvn pp-f po31 d n2, av pns31 vhd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13478 or that God suffered them who were not worthy to live, yet to live in pomp, power, and pleasure. or that God suffered them who were not worthy to live, yet to live in pomp, power, and pleasure. cc cst np1 vvd pno32 r-crq vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi, av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, n1, cc n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13481 and answering him in these words, while he telleth us what work the Lord often maketh in the world in those his lesser and particular dayes of judgement, among the mighty of the world. and answering him in these words, while he Telleth us what work the Lord often makes in the world in those his lesser and particular days of judgement, among the mighty of the world. cc vvg pno31 p-acp d n2, cs pns31 vvz pno12 r-crq n1 dt n1 av vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 jc cc j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13482 He not only striketh and woundeth, troubleth and vexeth them, but breaketh them, yea, breaketh them in pieces. The words are a comparison between the mighty, He not only striketh and wounds, Troubles and vexes them, but breaks them, yea, breaks them in Pieces. The words Are a comparison between the mighty, pns31 xx av-j vvz cc vvz, vvz cc vvz pno32, cc-acp vvz pno32, uh, vvz pno32 p-acp n2. dt n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13483 & a potters vessel, of whom David saith ( Psal. 2.9.) Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron, thou shalt (not only give them a knock, & a potters vessel, of whom David Says (Psalm 2.9.) Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron, thou shalt (not only give them a knock, cc dt ng1 n1, pp-f ro-crq np1 vvz (np1 crd.) pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vm2 (xx av-j vvi pno32 dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13484 or a crack, but) dash them in pieces as a potters vessel; or a Crac, but) dash them in Pieces as a potters vessel; cc dt n1, cc-acp) vvb pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13485 and he can break them so small, that there shall not be found in the bursting of them (as the Prophet speaks, Isa. 30.14.) a sh•rd to take fire from the hearth, and he can break them so small, that there shall not be found in the bursting of them (as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 30.14.) a sh•rd to take fire from the hearth, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av j, cst a-acp vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32 (c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.) dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13486 or to take water withal out of the pit. or to take water withal out of the pit. cc pc-acp vvi n1 av av pp-f dt n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13487 Thus the Lord shall break in pieces, not the poor, and weak, and mean, but M•ghty men. Thus the Lord shall break in Pieces, not the poor, and weak, and mean, but M•ghty men. av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2, xx dt j, cc j, cc j, cc-acp j n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2220 Page 679
13488 Or as some render, He shall break in pieces many men; the Hebrew word refers to both quantities, to great in bigness, and great in number; Or as Some render, He shall break in Pieces many men; the Hebrew word refers to both quantities, to great in bigness, and great in number; cc p-acp d vvb, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 d n2; dt njp n1 vvz p-acp d n2, p-acp j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2221 Page 679
13489 but because we have their innumerableness mentioned distinctly in the next clause, it is best to render the word by greatness in power or might here. but Because we have their innumerableness mentioned distinctly in the next clause, it is best to render the word by greatness in power or might Here. cc-acp c-acp pns12 vhb po32 n1 vvd av-j p-acp dt ord n1, pn31 vbz js pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc vmd av. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2221 Page 680
13490 For least any should think God could break only a few mighty men, therefore it is said, he shall break in pieces mighty men, in all the notions of might, the mighty in corporal strength, the mighty in civil strength, power, For least any should think God could break only a few mighty men, Therefore it is said, he shall break in Pieces mighty men, in all the notions of might, the mighty in corporal strength, the mighty in civil strength, power, p-acp ds d vmd vvi np1 vmd vvi av-j dt d j n2, av pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 j n2, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, dt j p-acp j n1, dt j p-acp j n1, n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2221 Page 680
13491 or authority, yea martial mighty men, if they stand in his way, and hinder his work, Without number. or Authority, yea martial mighty men, if they stand in his Way, and hinder his work, Without number. cc n1, uh j j n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1, p-acp n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2221 Page 680
13492 All these God breaketh in pieces like a Potters vessel, as if they were but a swarm of flies, All these God breaks in Pieces like a Potters vessel, as if they were but a swarm of flies, d d np1 vvz p-acp n2 av-j dt ng1 n1, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2222 Page 680
13493 and sweeps them away in a moment: and sweeps them away in a moment: cc vvz pno32 av p-acp dt n1: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2222 Page 680
13494 As if he had said, God will give innumerable examples of his infinite power and unbyass'd justice in destroying the wicked, he hath and will destroy so many of them, that no man knoweth how many he hath destroyed, or will destroy. As if he had said, God will give innumerable Examples of his infinite power and unbiased Justice in destroying the wicked, he hath and will destroy so many of them, that no man Knoweth how many he hath destroyed, or will destroy. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, np1 vmb vvi j n2 pp-f po31 j n1 cc j-vvn n1 p-acp vvg dt j, pns31 vhz cc vmb vvi av d pp-f pno32, cst dx n1 vvz c-crq d pns31 vhz vvn, cc vmb vvi. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2222 Page 680
13495 There is another reading of the words, Our Translators put it in the margin of our Bibles, He shall break in pieces mighty men without searching out, which may have a two-fold interpretation. There is Another reading of the words, Our Translators put it in the margin of our Bibles, He shall break in Pieces mighty men without searching out, which may have a twofold Interpretation. pc-acp vbz j-jn vvg pp-f dt n2, po12 n2 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 np1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 j n2 p-acp vvg av, r-crq vmb vhi dt n1 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2223 Page 680
13496 First, He shall break them in pieces, and no man ought to search or enquire into his doings, First, He shall break them in Pieces, and no man ought to search or inquire into his doings, ord, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2, cc dx n1 vmd pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n2-vdg, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2224 Page 680
13497 or say unto him (as that mighty Monarch confessed, Dan. 4.35.) What doest thou? And thus it answers what was said in the former verse, They shall not enter into judgement with God. or say unto him (as that mighty Monarch confessed, Dan. 4.35.) What dost thou? And thus it answers what was said in the former verse, They shall not enter into judgement with God. cc vvb p-acp pno31 (c-acp d j n1 vvd, np1 crd.) q-crq vd2 pns21? cc av pn31 vvz r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2224 Page 680
13861 but caused them to lie upon the shoar, that the Israelites might see them: but caused them to lie upon the shore, that the Israelites might see them: cc-acp vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst dt np1 vmd vvi pno32: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 699
13498 Some have a priviledge at Sea to pass without searching, no man must enquire what they carry, or what their lading is; some have a privilege At Sea to pass without searching, no man must inquire what they carry, or what their lading is; d vhb dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, dx n1 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vvb, cc r-crq po32 n-vvg vbz; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2224 Page 680
13499 surely when the Lord breaketh mighty men, no man may search into his doings, or enquire into his actions, surely when the Lord breaks mighty men, no man may search into his doings, or inquire into his actions, av-j c-crq dt n1 vvz j n2, dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2-vdg, cc vvi p-acp po31 n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2224 Page 680
13500 further then for his own instruction and admonition, that he may answer the purpose of God in them, and give him glory. further then for his own instruction and admonition, that he may answer the purpose of God in them, and give him glory. av-jc cs p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cc vvb pno31 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2224 Page 680
13501 Secondly, He will break them in pieces without searching; that is, without any formal examination or usual wayes of Process, at least without any known to us. Secondly, He will break them in Pieces without searching; that is, without any formal examination or usual ways of Process, At least without any known to us. ord, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp vvg; cst vbz, p-acp d j n1 cc j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp ds p-acp d vvn p-acp pno12. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2225 Page 680
13502 The Lord needs not to stand searching as men do, to finde out matters against the mighty, to frame articles, The Lord needs not to stand searching as men do, to find out matters against the mighty, to frame Articles, dt n1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp n2 vdb, pc-acp vvi av n2 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2225 Page 680
13503 or to bring in his Bill of Attainder against them; or to bring in his Bill of Attainder against them; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2225 Page 680
13504 God needeth not search to know, because he knoweth all things without searching, and therefore may justly break men in pieces without this kinde of searching; God needs not search to know, Because he Knoweth all things without searching, and Therefore may justly break men in Pieces without this kind of searching; np1 vvz xx vvi pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp vvg, cc av vmb av-j vvi n2 p-acp n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2225 Page 680
13505 or, He will break them in pieces without inquisition; that is, without shewing cause why. God doth not alwayes publish the reasons of his proceedings, his judgements are often secret, though never unjust. or, He will break them in Pieces without inquisition; that is, without showing cause why. God does not always publish the Reasons of his proceedings, his Judgments Are often secret, though never unjust. cc, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp n1; cst vbz, p-acp vvg n1 c-crq. np1 vdz xx av vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2-vvg, po31 n2 vbr av j-jn, cs av-x j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2225 Page 680
13506 We render well, He will break in pieces mighty men. Without number. We render well, He will break in Pieces mighty men. Without number. pns12 vvb av, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 j n2. p-acp n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2225 Page 680
13507 That is, how many soever they are, or though they are innumerable, yet he will break them in pieces as one man: That is, how many soever they Are, or though they Are innumerable, yet he will break them in Pieces as one man: cst vbz, c-crq d av pns32 vbr, cc cs pns32 vbr j, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp crd n1: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2226 Page 681
13508 Thus the word is used ( chap. 5.9. chap. 9.11. In both which places the Reader may finde the extent and emphasis of this expression, without number, further explained) only consider, that these mighty men without number, may be taken two wayes. Thus the word is used (chap. 5.9. chap. 9.11. In both which places the Reader may find the extent and emphasis of this expression, without number, further explained) only Consider, that these mighty men without number, may be taken two ways. av dt n1 vbz vvd (n1 crd. n1 crd. p-acp d r-crq n2 dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp n1, jc vvn) av-j vvi, cst d j n2 p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn crd n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2226 Page 681
13509 First, Collectively, as combined by leagues, or as marshall'd by orders into an Host: First, Collectively, as combined by leagues, or as marshaled by order into an Host: ord, av-j, c-acp vvn p-acp n2, cc c-acp vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2227 Page 681
13510 as if he had said, though an Army of them be gathered together, even a numberles Army, as if he had said, though an Army of them be gathered together, even a numberless Army, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbi vvn av, av dt j n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2227 Page 681
13511 yet the Lord can break them in pieces, ( Isa. 8.9.) Associate your selves, and ye shall be broken in pieces; yet the Lord can break them in Pieces, (Isaiah 8.9.) Associate your selves, and you shall be broken in Pieces; av dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2, (np1 crd.) n1 po22 n2, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2227 Page 681
13512 gird your selves, and ye shall be broken in pieces. Secondly, We may take these mighty men singly or personally; gird your selves, and you shall be broken in Pieces. Secondly, We may take these mighty men singly or personally; vvb po22 n2, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2. ord, pns12 vmb vvi d j n2 av-j cc av-j; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2227 Page 681
13513 Thus the Lord breaketh in pieces mighty men without number, one after another, one at this time, and another at that time; Thus the Lord breaks in Pieces mighty men without number, one After Another, one At this time, and Another At that time; av dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 j n2 p-acp n1, pi p-acp n-jn, pi p-acp d n1, cc j-jn p-acp d n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2228 Page 681
13514 how many of them soever arise up one after another to oppose him, to oppress his people, how many of them soever arise up one After Another to oppose him, to oppress his people, c-crq d pp-f pno32 av vvi a-acp crd p-acp n-jn pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2228 Page 681
13515 or to do wickedly, they shall surely be broken. or to do wickedly, they shall surely be broken. cc pc-acp vdi av-j, pns32 vmb av-j vbi vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2228 Page 681
13516 Mr Broughton renders to this sence, He bruiseth, mighty men without end, he doth not break them without end, Mr Broughton renders to this sense, He bruiseth, mighty men without end, he does not break them without end, n1 np1 vvz p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz, j n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2228 Page 681
13517 as having no end in breaking them, but as without end, notes his breaking them endlesly, or for ever. as having no end in breaking them, but as without end, notes his breaking them endlessly, or for ever. c-acp vhg dx n1 p-acp vvg pno32, cc-acp c-acp p-acp n1, vvz po31 vvg pno32 av-j, cc p-acp av. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2228 Page 681
13518 If men will sin without end, he can break them without end; he can renew destruction, as fast as they renew transgression. If men will sin without end, he can break them without end; he can renew destruction, as fast as they renew Transgression. cs n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1; pns31 vmb vvi n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2228 Page 681
13519 Hence Observe, First, God can easily ruine the mightiest men of the world. Hence Observe, First, God can Easily ruin the Mightiest men of the world. av vvb, ord, np1 vmb av-j vvi dt js n2 pp-f dt n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2229 Page 681
13520 He can break them in pieces, as an earthen vessel, with an iron rod, and how soon is that done? Both the holy Scriptures, He can break them in Pieces, as an earthen vessel, with an iron rod, and how soon is that done? Both the holy Scriptures, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2, c-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 n1, cc c-crq av vbz d vdn? av-d dt j n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 681
13521 and humane Histories abound with such examples. and humane Histories abound with such Examples. cc j n2 vvb p-acp d n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 681
13522 What a number of mighty men inhabited the old world? There were Giants in the earth in those days, (Gen. 6.4.) yet God overthrew them all by a flood, they sank like lead in those mighty waters. What a number of mighty men inhabited the old world? There were Giants in the earth in those days, (Gen. 6.4.) yet God overthrew them all by a flood, they sank like led in those mighty waters. q-crq dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvd dt j n1? a-acp vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, (np1 crd.) av np1 vvd pno32 d p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd av-j vvi p-acp d j n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 681
13523 What mighty men inhabited Canaan, before the children of Israel came to possess it? The searchers of the land brought in a report, that they were but as Grashoppers to them, What mighty men inhabited Canaan, before the children of Israel Come to possess it? The searchers of the land brought in a report, that they were but as Grasshoppers to them, q-crq j n2 vvn np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31? dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vbdr cc-acp c-acp n2 p-acp pno32, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 681
13524 & they had Cities walled up to heaven, yet the Lord broke in pieces all those mighty men, Sihon the King of the Amorites, & they had Cities walled up to heaven, yet the Lord broke in Pieces all those mighty men, Sihon the King of the amorites, cc pns32 vhd n2 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, av dt n1 vvd p-acp n2 d d j n2, np1 dt n1 pp-f dt np1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 681
13525 and Og the King of Bashan; and Og the King of Bashan; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 681
13526 and when David came to the Crown, he (in Gods strength) destroyed the rest of them. and when David Come to the Crown, he (in God's strength) destroyed the rest of them. cc q-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 (p-acp npg1 n1) vvd dt n1 pp-f pno32. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13527 What mighty men were they that sate upon the Throne of the four Monarchies? They had in their dayes the rule of the whole world, What mighty men were they that sat upon the Throne of the four Monarchies? They had in their days the Rule of the Whole world, q-crq j n2 vbdr pns32 cst vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2? pns32 vhd p-acp po32 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13528 yet the Lord brake them in pieces. First, the Assyrian, then the Persian; the Grecian, and the Roman Monarchs were also broken in pieces: yet the Lord brake them in Pieces. First, the assyrian, then the Persian; the Grecian, and the Roman Monarchs were also broken in Pieces: av dt n1 vvd pno32 p-acp n2. ord, dt jp, cs dt jp; dt jp, cc dt njp n2 vbdr av vvn p-acp n2: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13529 This was revealed to the golden head in a dream, ( Dan. 2.35.) Then was the Iron, the Clay, the Brasse, the Silver, This was revealed to the golden head in a dream, (Dan. 2.35.) Then was the Iron, the Clay, the Brass, the Silver, d vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) av vbds dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13530 and the Gold broken in pieces, and became like the chaffe of the Summer threshing floor. and the Gold broken in Pieces, and became like the chaff of the Summer threshing floor. cc dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, cc vvd av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13531 The mighty men of Israel, (when they sinned mightily) the mighty men of the ten Tribes, The mighty men of Israel, (when they sinned mightily) the mighty men of the ten Tribes, dt j n2 pp-f np1, (c-crq pns32 vvd av-j) dt j n2 pp-f dt crd n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13532 yea the mighty men of the two Tribes of Judah and Benjamin, God brake in pieces; yea the mighty men of the two Tribes of Judah and Benjamin, God brake in Pieces; uh dt j n2 pp-f dt crd n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, np1 vvd p-acp n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13533 his own mighty people could not stand before him, when they corrupted themselves, and would not be made clean. his own mighty people could not stand before him, when they corrupted themselves, and would not be made clean. po31 d j n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31, c-crq pns32 vvd px32, cc vmd xx vbi vvn j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13534 God breaketh mighty men, as easily as they break his commandments: God breaks mighty men, as Easily as they break his Commandments: np1 vvz j n2, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb po31 n2: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13535 And usually when mighty men come to that height of sinning, to sin, or break his Commandments with ease, he commands them (for his own ease, And usually when mighty men come to that height of sinning, to since, or break his commandments with ease, he commands them (for his own ease, cc av-j c-crq j n2 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp n1, cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pno32 (c-acp po31 d n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13536 as he is pleased to speak Isa. 1.24.) to be broken in pieces. as he is pleased to speak Isaiah 1.24.) to be broken in Pieces. c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi np1 crd.) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13537 To sin with ease, is a sure signe of a hard heart, yea of a prophane heart. To since with ease, is a sure Signen of a hard heart, yea of a profane heart. p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, uh pp-f dt j n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13538 He was a mighty man of this temper, whose breaking in pieces the Lord threatned in such wrathful Rhetorick by his holy Prophet, ( Ezek. 21.25, 26, 27.) And thou prophane wicked Prince of Israel, whose day is come, He was a mighty man of this temper, whose breaking in Pieces the Lord threatened in such wrathful Rhetoric by his holy Prophet, (Ezekiel 21.25, 26, 27.) And thou profane wicked Prince of Israel, whose day is come, pns31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f d n1, rg-crq vvg p-acp n2 dt n1 vvd p-acp d j n1 p-acp po31 j n1, (np1 crd, crd, crd) cc pns21 j j n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13539 when iniquity shall have an end; thus saith the Lord God, Remove the Diadem, and take off the Crown: when iniquity shall have an end; thus Says the Lord God, Remove the Diadem, and take off the Crown: c-crq n1 vmb vhi dt n1; av vvz dt n1 np1, vvb dt n1, cc vvb a-acp dt n1: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13540 this shall not be the same, Exalt him that is low, and abase him that is high. this shall not be the same, Exalt him that is low, and abase him that is high. d vmb xx vbi dt d, vvi pno31 cst vbz j, cc vvi pno31 cst vbz j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13541 I will overturn, overturn, overturn, and it shall be no more, until he come whose right it is, I will overturn, overturn, overturn, and it shall be no more, until he come whose right it is, pns11 vmb vvi, vvb, vvb, cc pn31 vmb vbi dx av-dc, c-acp pns31 vvb rg-crq n-jn pn31 vbz, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13542 and I will give it him. What breaking words are here! Even a treble overturn denounc'd against the mighty. and I will give it him. What breaking words Are Here! Even a triple overturn denounced against the mighty. cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31 pno31. r-crq vvg n2 vbr av! np1 dt n1 vvi vvn p-acp dt j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13543 Thus said the blessed Virgin while her soul was magnifying the Lord, and her Spirit rejoycing in God her Saviour, ( Luke 1.52.) He hath put down the mighty from their seats, Thus said the blessed Virgae while her soul was magnifying the Lord, and her Spirit rejoicing in God her Saviour, (Lycia 1.52.) He hath put down the mighty from their seats, av vvd dt j-vvn n1 cs po31 n1 vbds vvg dt n1, cc po31 n1 vvg p-acp np1 po31 n1, (av crd.) pns31 vhz vvn a-acp dt j p-acp po32 n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13544 and exalted them of low degree. Secondly, In that, he breaketh in pieces the mighty without nmuber, Observe. and exalted them of low degree. Secondly, In that, he breaks in Pieces the mighty without nmuber, Observe. cc j-vvn pno32 pp-f j n1. ord, p-acp d, pns31 vvz p-acp n2 dt j p-acp n1, vvb. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2230 Page 682
13545 'Tis no matter to God either how mighty or how many the wicked are. It's no matter to God either how mighty or how many the wicked Are. pn31|vbz dx n1 p-acp np1 d q-crq j cc c-crq d dt j vbr. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2232 Page 682
13546 I have heretofore spoken of the multiplyed acts of Divine Justice, and of the unwearied out-goings of his powerful providence to abate the pride of man, I have heretofore spoken of the multiplied acts of Divine justice, and of the unwearied outgoings of his powerful providence to abate the pride of man, pns11 vhb av vvn pp-f dt vvn n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc pp-f dt j j pp-f po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2233 Page 682
13547 and therefore I shall not stay upon it, but only caution the mighty ones of the earth, in the words of the Psalmist upon this point, exprest in the very words of this Text; and Therefore I shall not stay upon it, but only caution the mighty ones of the earth, in the words of the Psalmist upon this point, expressed in the very words of this Text; cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp av-j n1 dt j pi2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2233 Page 683
13548 for, God having said to his Son, to whom he had given the Nations for an inheritance, ( Psal. 2.9.) Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron, for, God having said to his Son, to whom he had given the nations for an inheritance, (Psalm 2.9.) Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron, p-acp, np1 vhg vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n2 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2233 Page 683
13549 and (in case of their non-submission to his Scepter) dash them in pieces like a Potters vessel, he presently adds, ( ver. 10.) Be wise now therefore, O ye Kings, be instructed ye Judges of the earth; and (in case of their nonsubmission to his Sceptre) dash them in Pieces like a Potters vessel, he presently adds, (for. 10.) Be wise now Therefore, Oh you Kings, be instructed you Judges of the earth; cc (p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1) vvb pno32 p-acp n2 av-j dt ng1 n1, pns31 av-j vvz, (p-acp. crd) vbb j av av, uh pn22 n2, vbb vvn pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2233 Page 683
13550 serve the Lord with fear, and rejoyce with trembling; Kiss the Son, lest he be angry, and ye perish from the way. serve the Lord with Fear, and rejoice with trembling; Kiss the Son, lest he be angry, and you perish from the Way. vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp vvg; vvb dt n1, cs pns31 vbb j, cc pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2233 Page 683
13551 Yet though God be often at breaking work, he is not alwayes at it; Yet though God be often At breaking work, he is not always At it; av cs np1 vbb av p-acp vvg n1, pns31 vbz xx av p-acp pn31; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2234 Page 683
13552 for when he hath broken in pieces mighty men without number, he (as it followeth in the Text) will Set others in their stead. for when he hath broken in Pieces mighty men without number, he (as it follows in the Text) will Set Others in their stead. c-acp c-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n2 j n2 p-acp n1, pns31 (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1) vmb vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2234 Page 683
13553 We may suppose these words given in upon a two-fold account. First, To shew the absoluteness of the power of God, as well in setting up, as in casting down: We may suppose these words given in upon a twofold account. First, To show the absoluteness of the power of God, as well in setting up, as in casting down: pns12 vmb vvi d n2 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 n1. ord, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp av p-acp vvg a-acp, c-acp p-acp vvg a-acp: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2235 Page 683
13554 Secondly, To shew that we need not be dismayed nor discouraged, when we see God breaking in pieces some or many mighty men, Secondly, To show that we need not be dismayed nor discouraged, when we see God breaking in Pieces Some or many mighty men, ord, pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vvb xx vbi vvn ccx vvn, c-crq pns12 vvb np1 vvg p-acp n2 d cc d j n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2237 Page 683
13555 for he can finde out others to supply their room, and fill up the breaches which he hath made. for he can find out Others to supply their room, and fill up the Breaches which he hath made. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi av n2-jn p-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvb a-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2237 Page 683
13556 He sets others in their stead. The force of the Hebrew is, He shall make others to stand; He sets Others in their stead. The force of the Hebrew is, He shall make Others to stand; pns31 vvz n2-jn p-acp po32 n1. dt n1 pp-f dt njp vbz, pns31 vmb vvi n2-jn pc-acp vvi; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2237 Page 683
13557 and that's more then barely to set another in the stead or place of those that are removed and broken. and that's more then barely to Set Another in the stead or place of those that Are removed and broken. cc d|vbz av-dc cs av-j pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst vbr vvn cc vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2237 Page 683
13558 God is able not only when many fall to raise up others, but he can also establish and settle those whom he raiseth up. God is able not only when many fallen to raise up Others, but he can also establish and settle those whom he Raiseth up. np1 vbz j xx av-j c-crq d vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp n2-jn, cc-acp pns31 vmb av vvi cc vvi d r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2237 Page 683
13559 That's the meaning of Elihu, when he saith And set others in their stead. Elihu doth not determine who or what these others are; That's the meaning of Elihu, when he Says And Set Others in their stead. Elihu does not determine who or what these Others Are; d|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvn n2-jn p-acp po32 n1. np1 vdz xx vvi r-crq cc q-crq d n2-jn vbr; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2237 Page 683
13560 God may make his choice where and of whom he pleaseth, in what family or tribe he pleaseth, to set up in the place of those mighty men, whom he, at any time, is provoked to break in pieces. The words are plain; God may make his choice where and of whom he Pleases, in what family or tribe he Pleases, to Set up in the place of those mighty men, whom he, At any time, is provoked to break in Pieces. The words Are plain; np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 c-crq cc pp-f ro-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, ro-crq pns31, p-acp d n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2. dt n2 vbr j; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2238 Page 683
13561 Note only two things from them. Note only two things from them. vvb av-j crd n2 p-acp pno32. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2238 Page 683
13562 First, God hath as absolute a power to set up, as to pull down when and whom he pleaseth. First, God hath as absolute a power to Set up, as to pull down when and whom he Pleases. ord, np1 vhz p-acp j dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, c-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp c-crq cc r-crq pns31 vvz. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2238 Page 683
13563 (Psal. 75.6, 7.) Promotion cometh neither from the East, nor from the West, (Psalm 75.6, 7.) Promotion comes neither from the East, nor from the West, (np1 crd, crd) n1 vvz av-d p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13564 Nor from the South, but God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and setteth up another. Nor from the South, but God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and sets up Another. ccx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp np1 vbz dt n1, pns31 vvz a-acp crd, cc vvz a-acp j-jn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13565 The same Soveraignty of God is asserted ( Dan. 4.17.) To the intent that the living may know, that the most high ruleth in the Kingdom of men, The same Sovereignty of God is asserted (Dan. 4.17.) To the intent that the living may know, that the most high Ruleth in the Kingdom of men, dt d n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn (np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1 cst dt n-vvg vmb vvi, cst dt av-ds j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13566 and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men. and gives it to whomsoever he will, and sets up over it the Basest of men. cc vvz pn31 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb, cc vvz a-acp p-acp pn31 dt js pp-f n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13567 God somtimes setteth up those that are base in their conditions or manners for a scourge or punishment; God sometimes sets up those that Are base in their conditions or manners for a scourge or punishment; np1 av vvz a-acp d cst vbr j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13568 somtimes he setteth up those that are base in their state or condition, being either men of meanest birth, sometimes he sets up those that Are base in their state or condition, being either men of Meanest birth, av pns31 vvz a-acp d cst vbr j p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, vbg d n2 pp-f js n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13569 or men laid lowest by affliction, ( Psal. 113.7, 8.) He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, or men laid lowest by affliction, (Psalm 113.7, 8.) He Raiseth up the poor out of the dust, cc n2 vvn js p-acp n1, (np1 crd, crd) pns31 vvz a-acp dt j av pp-f dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13570 and lifteth the needy out of the dunghil; that he may set him with Princes, even with the Princes of his people. and lifts the needy out of the dunghill; that he may Set him with Princes, even with the Princes of his people. cc vvz dt j av pp-f dt n1; cst pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n2, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13571 No man is so poor, but the Lord can enrich him; no man so low, but he can raise him up. No man is so poor, but the Lord can enrich him; no man so low, but he can raise him up. dx n1 vbz av j, cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31; dx n1 av j, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13572 He can bring a man from a dunghil to a Palace, and from the dust to a Throne. He can bring a man from a dunghill to a Palace, and from the dust to a Throne. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13573 Saul was cast down, God broke him in pieces, though a mighty man, and set up David in his stead; Saul was cast down, God broke him in Pieces, though a mighty man, and Set up David in his stead; np1 vbds vvn a-acp, np1 vvd pno31 p-acp n2, cs dt j n1, cc vvd a-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13574 He chose David his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds, from following the Ewes great with young, he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his Inheritance: He chosen David his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds, from following the Ewes great with young, he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his Inheritance: pns31 vvd np1 po31 n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n2, p-acp vvg dt n2 j p-acp j, pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi np1 po31 n1, cc np1 po31 n1: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13575 (Psal. 78.70.71.) When God pull'd down Haman (the great favourite of Ahasuerus ) who had plotted to advance Mordecai to the gallows, (Psalm 78.70.71.) When God pulled down Haman (the great favourite of Ahasuerus) who had plotted to advance Mordecai to the gallows, (np1 crd.) c-crq np1 vvd a-acp np1 (dt j n1 pp-f np1) r-crq vhd vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13576 and ruine the whole seed of the Jewes, God did not only break him and his plot, and ruin the Whole seed of the Jews, God did not only break him and his plot, cc vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt np2, np1 vdd xx av-j vvi pno31 cc po31 n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13577 but really advanced Mordecai into greater favour and confidence with his Prince then ever Haman had before. but really advanced Mordecai into greater favour and confidence with his Prince then ever Haman had before. cc-acp av-j j-vvn np1 p-acp jc n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 av av np1 vhd a-acp. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2239 Page 684
13578 Secondly, Note from the force of the word, to make to stand. The Lord can establish those whom he setteth up. Secondly, Note from the force of the word, to make to stand. The Lord can establish those whom he sets up. ord, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi. dt n1 vmb vvi d r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2240 Page 684
13579 The Lord doth not only set up, but keep up whom he pleaseth. Though they are weak whom he setteth up, yet he can keep them up; The Lord does not only Set up, but keep up whom he Pleases. Though they Are weak whom he sets up, yet he can keep them up; dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvn a-acp, cc-acp vvb a-acp r-crq pns31 vvz. cs pns32 vbr j r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2241 Page 684
13580 though they whom he setteth up, are opposed by the strong, yet he can keep them up. though they whom he sets up, Are opposed by the strong, yet he can keep them up. cs pns32 r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp, vbr vvn p-acp dt j, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2241 Page 684
13581 He can make a shrub stand fast, though opposed by a Cedar; and a reed to stand firm like a rock, though opposed by an Oak. Thirdly, Note. He can make a shrub stand fast, though opposed by a Cedar; and a reed to stand firm like a rock, though opposed by an Oak. Thirdly, Note. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb av-j, cs vvn p-acp dt n1; cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi j av-j dt n1, cs vvn p-acp dt n1. ord, n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2241 Page 684
13582 The Lord taketh care of the Government of the world. He is not for breaking work only, he is for setting and setling too. The Lord Takes care of the Government of the world. He is not for breaking work only, he is for setting and settling too. dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. pns31 vbz xx p-acp vvg n1 av-j, pns31 vbz p-acp vvg cc vvg av. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2242 Page 684
13583 God will not let the body of a people perish for want of a head; God will not let the body of a people perish for want of a head; np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 684
13584 but when in judgement he hath broken one in pieces, he in mercy sets up another. but when in judgement he hath broken one in Pieces, he in mercy sets up Another. cc-acp c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vhz vvn pi p-acp n2, pns31 p-acp n1 vvz a-acp j-jn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13585 Mighty men are like pillars, which bear the weight of a whole Commonwealth or Kingdom. Mighty men Are like pillars, which bear the weight of a Whole Commonwealth or Kingdom. j n2 vbr j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13586 God rarely deals with Nations, as Sampson did with the house wherein the Philistims were assembled, who at once pull'd away the pillar, and pull'd down the house; God rarely deals with nations, as Sampson did with the house wherein the philistines were assembled, who At once pulled away the pillar, and pulled down the house; np1 av-j vvz p-acp n2, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt njp2 vbdr vvn, r-crq p-acp a-acp vvd av dt n1, cc vvd a-acp dt n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13587 but if he pulleth away one pillar, he puts in another, that the house may stand. but if he pulls away one pillar, he puts in Another, that the house may stand. cc-acp cs pns31 vvz av crd n1, pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn, cst dt n1 vmb vvi. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13588 God will not leave the world without rule or rulers: when he takes with one hand; he gives with another; God will not leave the world without Rule or Rulers: when he Takes with one hand; he gives with Another; np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n2: c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp crd n1; pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13589 when Judas the Traytor was broken, Christ found out (a better man) Matthias to set in his stead. when Judas the Traitor was broken, christ found out (a better man) Matthias to Set in his stead. c-crq np1 dt n1 vbds vvn, np1 vvd av (dt jc n1) np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13590 And when the whole Nation or Church of the Jewes was broken and rejected, God called in the Gentiles, And when the Whole nation or Church of the Jews was broken and rejected, God called in the Gentiles, cc c-crq dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np2 vbds vvn cc vvn, np1 vvd p-acp dt n2-j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13591 and set them up for a Church and people to himself in their stead; and Set them up for a Church and people to himself in their stead; cc vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp px31 p-acp po32 n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13592 and (which is the greatest instance of all) when Jesus Christ was taken from the earth, and (which is the greatest instance of all) when jesus christ was taken from the earth, cc (r-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f d) c-crq np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13593 when he left the world, who was the mighty one (he was first broken in pieces for our sins, when he left the world, who was the mighty one (he was First broken in Pieces for our Sins, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1, r-crq vbds dt j pi (pns31 vbds ord vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po12 n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13594 and afterwards taken away) yet he gave a supply, and left us another in his stead; and afterwards taken away) yet he gave a supply, and left us Another in his stead; cc av vvn av) av pns31 vvd dt n1, cc vvd pno12 j-jn p-acp po31 n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13595 I will not leave you comfortless, (saith he John 14.18.) I will come unto you, though not till the great day in person, I will not leave you comfortless, (Says he John 14.18.) I will come unto you, though not till the great day in person, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 j, (vvz pns31 np1 crd.) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cs xx p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13596 yet every day in the gifts and graces of my Spirit. yet every day in the Gifts and graces of my Spirit. av d n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po11 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13597 I will pray the Father and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; I will pray the Father and he shall give you Another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22 j-jn n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp av; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13598 (John 14.16.) Again, ( John 16.13.) When he the Spirit of Truth is come, he will guide you into all truth. (John 14.16.) Again, (John 16.13.) When he the Spirit of Truth is come, he will guide you into all truth. (np1 crd.) av, (np1 crd.) c-crq pns31 dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13599 God sent the Spirit in Christ's stead; God sent the Spirit in Christ's stead; np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13600 he doth that for us which Christ did for us while he abode on the earth: he does that for us which christ did for us while he Abided on the earth: pns31 vdz d p-acp pno12 r-crq np1 vdd p-acp pno12 cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13621 when mighty men are broken in pieces, what will God do with the rest, if they sin against him, when mighty men Are broken in Pieces, what will God do with the rest, if they sin against him, c-crq j n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, r-crq vmb np1 vdb p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13601 and therefore the holy Spirit is not unfitly call'd the Vicar of Christ here on earth, he feeds the flock of Christ, he looks to his people, he teacheth, he comforteth them in Christ's stead. and Therefore the holy Spirit is not unfitly called the Vicar of christ Here on earth, he feeds the flock of christ, he looks to his people, he Teaches, he comforts them in Christ's stead. cc av dt j n1 vbz xx av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp npg1 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13602 And thus in Nations, when God breaketh one Governour, he sets up an other in his stead; And thus in nations, when God breaks one Governor, he sets up an other in his stead; cc av p-acp n2, c-crq np1 vvz crd n1, pns31 vvz a-acp dt n-jn p-acp po31 n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13603 he will not leave Nations without guides and leaders, nor suffer the staff of Government to be utterly broken, which is the greatest plague that can come upon any people. he will not leave nations without guides and leaders, nor suffer the staff of Government to be utterly broken, which is the greatest plague that can come upon any people. pns31 vmb xx vvi n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, ccx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, r-crq vbz dt js n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp d n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13604 From the whole verse take these tree deductions. From the Whole verse take these tree deductions. p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvb d n1 n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13605 First, There is a vanity and an uncertainty, at least the vanity of uncertainty in all worldly greatness and powers. First, There is a vanity and an uncertainty, At least the vanity of uncertainty in all worldly greatness and Powers. ord, a-acp vbz dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp ds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1 cc n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2243 Page 685
13606 God blasts and breaks them as he pleaseth: The most substantial things on earth are but as a shaddow; God blasts and breaks them as he Pleases: The most substantial things on earth Are but as a shadow; np1 vvz cc vvz pno32 c-acp pns31 vvz: dt av-ds j n2 p-acp n1 vbr p-acp c-acp dt n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2244 Page 685
13607 or like the Land-sea's continually flowing and ebbing. One is cast down, and another is exalted; or like the Land-sea's continually flowing and ebbing. One is cast down, and Another is exalted; cc av-j dt ng1 av-j j-vvg cc vvg. pi vbz vvn a-acp, cc n-jn vbz vvn; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2244 Page 685
13608 one is broken, and another is set up; one is broken, and Another is Set up; pi vbz vvn, cc n-jn vbz vvn a-acp; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2244 Page 685
13609 yea, the same man who was lately exalted and set up, may quickly be cast down and broken. yea, the same man who was lately exalted and Set up, may quickly be cast down and broken. uh, dt d n1 r-crq vbds av-j vvn cc vvn a-acp, vmb av-j vbi vvn a-acp cc vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2244 Page 686
13610 There is no assurance to be had of the best things here below, but only this, that we cannot be sure of them: There is no assurance to be had of the best things Here below, but only this, that we cannot be sure of them: pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn pp-f dt js n2 av a-acp, cc-acp av-j d, cst pns12 vmbx vbi j pp-f pno32: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2244 Page 686
13611 and 'tis good for us, that we cannot be sure of the best things here below, both because we are so apt to say, It is good for us to be here, where yet our best things are not to be had, and it's good for us, that we cannot be sure of the best things Here below, both Because we Are so apt to say, It is good for us to be Here, where yet our best things Are not to be had, cc pn31|vbz j p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmbx vbi j pp-f dt js n2 av a-acp, d c-acp pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av, c-crq av po12 js n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vhn, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2244 Page 686
13612 as also because by this consideration we may be provoked to look after, and make sure of better things then any are here enjoyed, as also Because by this consideration we may be provoked to look After, and make sure of better things then any Are Here enjoyed, c-acp av c-acp p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvi j pp-f jc n2 cs d vbr av vvn, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2244 Page 686
13613 even those best things which are under hope. Secondly, Great examples of God's judgements, are to be eyed and marked. even those best things which Are under hope. Secondly, Great Examples of God's Judgments, Are to be eyed and marked. av d js n2 r-crq vbr p-acp n1. ord, j n2 pp-f npg1 n2, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2244 Page 686
13614 Why doth Elihu call Job to this consideration, but that he might be humbled, and give God glory; Why does Elihu call Job to this consideration, but that he might be humbled, and give God glory; q-crq vdz np1 vvb np1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, cc vvi np1 n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13615 it is not for nought that God breaks in pieces the mighty ones of the earth, (1 Cor. 10.11.) All these things have hapned unto them for ensamples; it is not for nought that God breaks in Pieces the mighty ones of the earth, (1 Cor. 10.11.) All these things have happened unto them for ensamples; pn31 vbz xx p-acp pi cst np1 vvz p-acp n2 dt j pi2 pp-f dt n1, (crd np1 crd.) d d n2 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13616 and they are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world are come. and they Are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world Are come. cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13617 As all those things among the Jewes were Types; As all those things among the Jews were Types; p-acp d d n2 p-acp dt np2 vbdr n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13618 so all that God doth to this day upon the Princes, and Powers of the world, are but as types and ensamples; so all that God does to this day upon the Princes, and Powers of the world, Are but as types and ensamples; av d cst np1 vdz p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr p-acp c-acp n2 cc n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13619 they are for admonition, that we should consider those sins which have brought such judgments upon men, such breaking judgements, they Are for admonition, that we should Consider those Sins which have brought such Judgments upon men, such breaking Judgments, pns32 vbr p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi d n2 r-crq vhb vvn d n2 p-acp n2, d vvg n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13620 and avoid them ▪ some will never see sin in it self, but in the judgments of God all may see what sin is; and avoid them ▪ Some will never see since in it self, but in the Judgments of God all may see what since is; cc vvi pno32 ▪ d vmb av-x vvi n1 p-acp pn31 n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 d vmb vvi r-crq n1 vbz; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13643 As if Elihu had said, these mighty men of the earth, thought themselves under covert, As if Elihu had said, these mighty men of the earth, Thought themselves under covert, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, d j n2 pp-f dt n1, vvd px32 p-acp n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2250 Page 687
13622 and provoke the eyes of his glory? Zenacharib that proud Prince, who invaded the land of Israel in the time of Hezekiah, being broken in pieces by his own bowels (his sons slew him) it was ordered to be writ upon his Tomb, Let every one that seeth me, learn to fear God, and provoke the eyes of his glory? Sennacherib that proud Prince, who invaded the land of Israel in the time of Hezekiah, being broken in Pieces by his own bowels (his Sons slew him) it was ordered to be writ upon his Tomb, Let every one that sees me, Learn to Fear God, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? uh cst j n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbg vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po31 d n2 (po31 n2 vvd pno31) pn31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvb d pi cst vvz pno11, vvb pc-acp vvi np1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13623 and not to defie him, as I have done. and not to defy him, as I have done. cc xx pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp pns11 vhb vdn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13624 The breaking of the powers of the earth, should exceedingly exalt the fear of God in our hearts. The breaking of the Powers of the earth, should exceedingly exalt the Fear of God in our hearts. dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vmd av-vvg vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13625 It is better to learn wisdome by the punishment of others, then by our own. Thirdly, If God will break the mighty, though many, yea though innumerable; It is better to Learn Wisdom by the punishment of Others, then by our own. Thirdly, If God will break the mighty, though many, yea though innumerable; pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, av p-acp po12 d. ord, cs np1 vmb vvi dt j, cs d, uh cs j; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2245 Page 686
13626 This is comfort to the people of God when they are opprest, and broken by oppressors, let them remember God is able to break their oppressors, This is Comfort to the people of God when they Are oppressed, and broken by Oppressors's, let them Remember God is able to break their Oppressors's, d vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, cc vvn p-acp n2, vvb pno32 vvi np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2246 Page 686
13627 though they rise up like Hydra's heads one after another; though they rise up like Hydra's Heads one After Another; cs pns32 vvb a-acp av-j npg1 n2 crd p-acp n-jn; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2246 Page 686
13628 read the whole fifty and second Psalm, as also the 39th and 40th verses of the 107th Psalm, read the Whole fifty and second Psalm, as also the 39th and 40th Verses of the 107th Psalm, vvb dt j-jn crd cc ord n1, c-acp av dt ord cc ord n2 pp-f dt ord n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2246 Page 686
13629 as a clear proof of this. as a clear proof of this. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f d. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2246 Page 686
13630 Elihu having shewed what sad breaches God makes upon mighty men, makes a fourth inference in the words following. Elihu having showed what sad Breaches God makes upon mighty men, makes a fourth Inference in the words following. np1 vhg vvn r-crq j n2 np1 vvz p-acp j n2, vvz dt ord n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2246 Page 686
13631 Vers. 25. Therefore he knoweth their works, and he overturneth them in the night, so that they are destroyed. Vers. 25. Therefore he Knoweth their works, and he overturneth them in the night, so that they Are destroyed. np1 crd av pns31 vvz po32 n2, cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, av cst pns32 vbr vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2246 Page 687
13632 For as much as God breaketh them, it is an argument that he knoweth what they are, For as much as God breaks them, it is an argument that he Knoweth what they Are, c-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vvz pno32, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vvz r-crq pns32 vbr, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2247 Page 687
13633 and what they have been doing; There is a threefold reading of these words. and what they have been doing; There is a threefold reading of these words. cc r-crq pns32 vhb vbn vdg; pc-acp vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f d n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2247 Page 687
13634 First, Some read them as implying God's making others to know their works, God maketh the secret sins of men visible, by his visible judgements. First, some read them as implying God's making Others to know their works, God makes the secret Sins of men visible, by his visible Judgments. ord, d vvd pno32 p-acp vvg npg1 vvg n2-jn pc-acp vvi po32 n2, np1 vvz dt j-jn n2 pp-f n2 j, p-acp po31 j n2. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2248 Page 687
13635 Wrath seen, may give us a sight of sin. Some insist much upon this exposition; Wrath seen, may give us a sighed of since. some insist much upon this exposition; n1 vvn, vmb vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1. d vvb d p-acp d n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2248 Page 687
13636 and 'tis a truth, the Lord by his judgments brings to light, and doth as it were spread open, and it's a truth, the Lord by his Judgments brings to Light, and does as it were spread open, cc pn31|vbz dt n1, dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc vdz c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2248 Page 687
13637 as in the face of the Sun, the wickedness and wicked deeds of mighty men: as in the face of the Sun, the wickedness and wicked Deeds of mighty men: c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f j n2: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2248 Page 687
13638 that all may know his judgements are deserved by their works, he makes their works known. that all may know his Judgments Are deserved by their works, he makes their works known. cst d vmb vvi po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, pns31 vvz po32 n2 vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2248 Page 687
13639 Secondly, Others render, He maketh them know or acknowledge their works; Secondly, Others render, He makes them know or acknowledge their works; ord, ng2-jn vvb, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi cc vvi po32 n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2249 Page 687
13640 The Lord at last by sore, and severe judgements, will extort confessions from the worst of them, he will make the mighty acknowledge that their works have been nought, and their wayes perverse. The Lord At last by soar, and severe Judgments, will extort confessions from the worst of them, he will make the mighty acknowledge that their works have been nought, and their ways perverse. dt n1 p-acp ord p-acp n1, cc j n2, vmb vvi n2 p-acp dt js pp-f pno32, pns31 vmb vvi dt j vvi cst po32 n2 vhb vbn pix, cc po32 n2 j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2249 Page 687
13641 In Scripture the same word signifies to know, or to confess and acknowledg. Thus here, he makes them to know or to acknowledge what their works have been. In Scripture the same word signifies to know, or to confess and acknowledge. Thus Here, he makes them to know or to acknowledge what their works have been. p-acp n1 dt d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi. av av, pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi r-crq po32 n2 vhb vbn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2249 Page 687
13642 Thirdly, Rather take it, as we render, of Gods act in taking notice of all they had done; Therefore he knoweth their works: Thirdly, Rather take it, as we render, of God's act in taking notice of all they had done; Therefore he Knoweth their works: ord, av vvb pn31, c-acp pns12 vvb, pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp vvg n1 pp-f d pns32 vhd vdn; av pns31 vvz po32 n2: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2250 Page 687
13644 or that the Lord took no notice of them, nor of their works, their works were done in the dark, or that the Lord took no notice of them, nor of their works, their works were done in the dark, cc cst dt n1 vvd dx n1 pp-f pno32, ccx pp-f po32 n2, po32 n2 vbdr vdn p-acp dt j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2250 Page 687
13645 and they supposed the Lord could not pierce into them; and they supposed the Lord could not pierce into them; cc pns32 vvd dt n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno32; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2250 Page 687
13646 but he will make it appear, that he knew their works, when he maketh his justice appear in punishing them for their works. Hence Note. but he will make it appear, that he knew their works, when he makes his Justice appear in punishing them for their works. Hence Note. cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn31 vvi, cst pns31 vvd po32 n2, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 vvi p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n2. av n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2250 Page 687
13647 We have an assurance that God knoweth the works of all mon, because he punisheth all wicked works, We have an assurance that God Knoweth the works of all mon, Because he Punisheth all wicked works, pns12 vhb dt n1 cst np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f d fw-fr, c-acp pns31 vvz d j n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2251 Page 687
13648 or the works of the wicked so punctually and exactly. He punisheth many of them here, and will punish them all hereafter: or the works of the wicked so punctually and exactly. He Punisheth many of them Here, and will Punish them all hereafter: cc dt n2 pp-f dt j av av-j cc av-j. pns31 vvz d pp-f pno32 av, cc vmb vvi pno32 d av: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2251 Page 687
13649 when we see him breaking the mighty men of the world, 'tis a proof that God was in their Cabinet counsels, when we see him breaking the mighty men of the world, it's a proof that God was in their Cabinet Counsels, c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 vvg dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 cst np1 vbds p-acp po32 n1 n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2252 Page 687
13650 and saw what was done there, we may conclude he knew their works, though men knew them not; and saw what was done there, we may conclude he knew their works, though men knew them not; cc vvd r-crq vbds vdn a-acp, pns12 vmb vvi pns31 vvd po32 n2, cs n2 vvd pno32 xx; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2252 Page 687
13651 he could never lay his judgements so exactly upon them as he doth, if he did not know their works: he could never lay his Judgments so exactly upon them as he does, if he did not know their works: pns31 vmd av-x vvi po31 n2 av av-j p-acp pno32 c-acp pns31 vdz, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi po32 n2: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2252 Page 688
13652 That God knows the works of all men, is a point I have met with before, That God knows the works of all men, is a point I have met with before, cst np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f d n2, vbz dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp a-acp, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2252 Page 688
13653 and therefore pass from it here. And he overturneth them in the night. There are several readings of this clause. and Therefore pass from it Here. And he overturneth them in the night. There Are several readings of this clause. cc av vvi p-acp pn31 av. cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1. pc-acp vbr j n2-vvg pp-f d n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2252 Page 688
13654 First, Some thus, Therefore the Lord knoweth their works, and turneth into night; that is, he turneth their prosperity into adversity, he bringeth trouble and affliction upon them; First, some thus, Therefore the Lord Knoweth their works, and turns into night; that is, he turns their Prosperity into adversity, he brings trouble and affliction upon them; ord, d av, av dt n1 vvz po32 n2, cc vvz p-acp n1; cst vbz, pns31 vvz po32 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2254 Page 688
13655 they lived before in a day of prosperity, in a day of power and worldly greatness, they lived before in a day of Prosperity, in a day of power and worldly greatness, pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2254 Page 688
13656 but he turneth them into night. but he turns them into night. cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2254 Page 688
13657 Secondly, Or, as others thus, He turneth the night, that is, he changeth the night into day, he takes away the dark and close covers of their sins, Secondly, Or, as Others thus, He turns the night, that is, he changes the night into day, he Takes away the dark and close covers of their Sins, ord, cc, c-acp n2-jn av, pns31 vvz dt n1, cst vbz, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz av dt j cc j n2 pp-f po32 n2, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2255 Page 688
13658 and makes them as manifest as the light; Now, as the Apostle saith ( Eph. 5.13.) That which maketh manifest, is light; and makes them as manifest as the Light; Now, as the Apostle Says (Ephesians 5.13.) That which makes manifest, is Light; cc vvz pno32 p-acp j c-acp dt n1; av, c-acp dt n1 vvz (np1 crd.) cst r-crq vvz j, vbz j; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2255 Page 688
13659 If God were not light, he could not bring to light the hidden things of darkness, If God were not Light, he could not bring to Light the hidden things of darkness, cs np1 vbdr xx j, pns31 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2255 Page 688
13660 nor manifest the counsels of the heart. nor manifest the Counsels of the heart. ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2255 Page 688
13661 Thirdly thus, Therefore he knoweth their works, and when the night is turned, he destroyeth them; Thirdly thus, Therefore he Knoweth their works, and when the night is turned, he Destroyeth them; ord av, av pns31 vvz po32 n2, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vvz pno32; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2256 Page 688
13662 that is, they are destroyed and perish as soon and as easily as the day takes place of the night; that is, they Are destroyed and perish as soon and as Easily as the day Takes place of the night; cst vbz, pns32 vbr vvn cc vvi c-acp av cc a-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2256 Page 688
13663 or as soon as the night is turned into day, so soon doth the Lord destroy them, he can quickly make an end of them, he can destroy them with the morning light. or as soon as the night is turned into day, so soon does the Lord destroy them, he can quickly make an end of them, he can destroy them with the morning Light. cc c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, av av vdz dt n1 vvb pno32, pns31 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2256 Page 688
13664 We render, and I judge that best, He overturneth them (their persons) in the night; and so Elihu points at the season, We render, and I judge that best, He overturneth them (their Persons) in the night; and so Elihu points At the season, pns12 vvb, cc pns11 vvb cst js, pns31 vvz pno32 (po32 n2) p-acp dt n1; cc av np1 n2 p-acp dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2257 Page 688
13665 or time, of Gods breaking and overthrowing them, he doth it in the night. We may take it strictly, or time, of God's breaking and overthrowing them, he does it in the night. We may take it strictly, cc n1, pp-f ng1 vvg cc vvg pno32, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1. pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av-j, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2257 Page 688
13666 as in the case of Pharaoh and the Egyptians, ( Exod. 12.29.) as also in that of Belshazzer, (Dan. 5.30.) or, in the night, that is, suddenly, unexpectedly; as in the case of Pharaoh and the egyptians, (Exod 12.29.) as also in that of Belshazzar, (Dan. 5.30.) or, in the night, that is, suddenly, unexpectedly; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt njp2, (np1 crd.) c-acp av p-acp d pp-f n1, (np1 crd.) cc, p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, av-j, av-j; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2257 Page 688
13667 Though a man be destroyed in the day, yet if it be done suddenly, he looking for no such matter, we may say it was done in the night; Though a man be destroyed in the day, yet if it be done suddenly, he looking for no such matter, we may say it was done in the night; cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, av cs pn31 vbb vdn av-j, pns31 vvg p-acp dx d n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vbds vdn p-acp dt n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2257 Page 688
13668 because then men are most secure: Because then men Are most secure: c-acp cs n2 vbr av-ds j: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2257 Page 688
13669 This way of expressing an unlookt for evil, the coming of in the night, was opened at the twentieth verse, This Way of expressing an unlooked for evil, the coming of in the night, was opened At the twentieth verse, d n1 pp-f vvg dt j p-acp n-jn, dt n-vvg pp-f p-acp dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt ord n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2257 Page 688
13670 therefore I shall not stay upon it, He overturneth them in the night. So that they are destroyed. Therefore I shall not stay upon it, He overturneth them in the night. So that they Are destroyed. av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1. av cst pns32 vbr vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2257 Page 688
13671 Elihu said before He shall break in pieces mighty men; Elihu said before He shall break in Pieces mighty men; np1 vvd p-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 j n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 688
13672 Here he saith, they are destroyed; that is, they shall be broken to purpose, or throughly; Here he Says, they Are destroyed; that is, they shall be broken to purpose, or thoroughly; av pns31 vvz, pns32 vbr vvn; cst vbz, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc av-j; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 689
13673 God doth not break them in pieces for correction, but for destruction; God does not break them in Pieces for correction, but for destruction; np1 vdz xx vvi pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 689
13674 there are great breakings upon the persons and estates of some men, and yet it is but for correction; there Are great breakings upon the Persons and estates of Some men, and yet it is but for correction; pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2, cc av pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 689
13675 others the Lord breaketh for utter ruine, (as here) so that they are destroyed. Others the Lord breaks for utter ruin, (as Here) so that they Are destroyed. n2-jn dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1, (c-acp av) av cst pns32 vbr vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 689
13676 The Original word signifieth to destroy as it were by pounding in a Morter; The Original word signifies to destroy as it were by pounding in a Mortar; dt j-jn n1 vvz pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 689
13677 and the same word is used to signifie a contrite heart, a heart broken by godly sorrow under the sense of sin. and the same word is used to signify a contrite heart, a heart broken by godly sorrow under the sense of since. cc dt d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 689
13678 They are destroyed, or, as it were ground to powder; They Are destroyed, or, as it were ground to powder; pns32 vbr vvn, cc, c-acp pn31 vbdr n1 pc-acp vvi; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 689
13679 you may break a thing into many pieces, yet not grinde it to powder or dust, as corn in a Mill; or spice in a Morter; you may break a thing into many Pieces, yet not grind it to powder or dust, as corn in a Mill; or spice in a Mortar; pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2, av xx vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 689
13680 but these (saith Elihu ) are not only broken to pieces, but beaten to dust, that's the strength of the word which we render, they are destroyed. Hence Note. but these (Says Elihu) Are not only broken to Pieces, but beaten to dust, that's the strength of the word which we render, they Are destroyed. Hence Note. cc-acp d (vvz np1) vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp vvn p-acp n1, d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn. av n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2258 Page 689
13681 What God hath a mind to do, he can do it certainly, and will do it throughly. What God hath a mind to do, he can do it Certainly, and will do it thoroughly. q-crq np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vdi, pns31 vmb vdi pn31 av-j, cc vmb vdi pn31 av-j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2259 Page 689
13682 He breaks men in pieces, so that they are destroyed and brought to dust; He breaks men in Pieces, so that they Are destroyed and brought to dust; pns31 vvz n2 p-acp n2, av cst pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13683 When the Prophet declares the breaking of the four Monarchies, it is said ( Dan. 2.35.) They shall be as the chaffe of the Summer threshing upon the Mountains; When the Prophet declares the breaking of the four Monarchies, it is said (Dan. 2.35.) They shall be as the chaff of the Summer threshing upon the Mountains; c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f dt crd n2, pn31 vbz vvd (np1 crd.) pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13684 if the Lord will destroy the mightiest, they shall certainly be destroyed; as Balak said to Balaam; I wo• that whom thou cursest are cursed; if the Lord will destroy the Mightiest, they shall Certainly be destroyed; as Balak said to balaam; I wo• that whom thou cursest Are cursed; cs dt n1 vmb vvi dt js, pns32 vmb av-j vbi vvn; c-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1; pns11 n1 cst r-crq pns21 vv2 vbr vvn; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13685 as if he had said, thou canst curse effectually, if thou wilt set thy self to it; as if he had said, thou Canst curse effectually, if thou wilt Set thy self to it; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns21 vm2 vvi av-j, cs pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pn31; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13686 'tis not in the power of all the Balaams in the world to effect a curse, it's not in the power of all the Balaams in the world to Effect a curse, pn31|vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt npg1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13687 though they pronounce a curse, 'tis only in the power of the Lord to curse effectually; though they pronounce a curse, it's only in the power of the Lord to curse effectually; cs pns32 vvb dt n1, pn31|vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13688 he can bless whom he pleaseth, and they are blessed; he can curse whom he pleaseth, and they are cursed. he can bless whom he Pleases, and they Are blessed; he can curse whom he Pleases, and they Are cursed. pns31 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vvz, cc pns32 vbr vvn; pns31 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vvz, cc pns32 vbr vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13689 Thus as Ephraim lamenting his sin and sorrow confessed, ( Jer. 31.18.) Lord, thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised; Thus as Ephraim lamenting his since and sorrow confessed, (Jer. 31.18.) Lord, thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised; av c-acp np1 vvg po31 n1 cc n1 vvd, (np1 crd.) n1, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc pns11 vbds vvn; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13690 God paid him home (as we speak) if we chastise a childe, he is chastised, God paid him home (as we speak) if we chastise a child, he is chastised, np1 vvd pno31 av-an (c-acp pns12 vvb) cs pns12 vvb dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13691 but) when Ephraim saith, thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised; his meaning is, I was greatly and effectually chastised; but) when Ephraim Says, thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised; his meaning is, I was greatly and effectually chastised; cc-acp) q-crq np1 vvz, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc pns11 vbds vvn; po31 n1 vbz, pns11 vbds av-j cc av-j vvn; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13692 that is, first, In a literal sence, I found thy hand heavie upon me, it was a sore affliction that I was under. Secondly, In a spiritual sence; that is, First, In a literal sense, I found thy hand heavy upon me, it was a soar affliction that I was under. Secondly, In a spiritual sense; d vbz, ord, p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vvd po21 n1 j p-acp pno11, pn31 vbds dt j n1 cst pns11 vbds p-acp. ord, p-acp dt j n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13693 Thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised; that is, my heart was humbled and broken under thy chastisements; Thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised; that is, my heart was humbled and broken under thy chastisements; pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc pns11 vbds vvn; cst vbz, po11 n1 vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp po21 n2; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13694 in either notion we see the effectualness of the Lords work; Thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised. in either notion we see the effectualness of the lords work; Thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised. p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb; pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc pns11 vbds vvn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13695 And therefore Ephraim invited the Lord to another work; Turn me, O Lord, and I shall be turned; And Therefore Ephraim invited the Lord to Another work; Turn me, Oh Lord, and I shall be turned; cc av np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1; vvb pno11, uh n1, cc pns11 vmb vbi vvn; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 689
13696 if thou wilt but turn thy Spirit upon this hard heart of mine, it will be effectually turned, it will be not only broken for sin, but from sin: if thou wilt but turn thy Spirit upon this hard heart of mine, it will be effectually turned, it will be not only broken for since, but from since: cs pns21 vm2 cc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png11, pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn, pn31 vmb vbi xx av-j vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13697 As if he had said, I have received reproofs and counsels from men, and they have not turned me, As if he had said, I have received reproofs and Counsels from men, and they have not turned me, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vhb vvn n2 cc n2 p-acp n2, cc pns32 vhb xx vvn pno11, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13698 but Lord, if thou wilt reprove and counsel me, I shall be turned; thus the Lord carrieth his work home to conversion, in his spiritual dealings with some, but Lord, if thou wilt reprove and counsel me, I shall be turned; thus the Lord Carrieth his work home to conversion, in his spiritual dealings with Some, cc-acp n1, cs pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvi pno11, pns11 vmb vbi vvn; av dt n1 vvz po31 n1 av-an p-acp n1, p-acp po31 j n2-vvg p-acp d, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13699 and to confusion in his temporal punishments upon others. and to confusion in his temporal punishments upon Others. cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp n2-jn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13700 Thus he threatned his owne people for their confidence in Egypt, and contempt of his holy word ( Isa: 30.13.) This iniquity shall be unto you as a breach ready to fall, swelling out in a high wall, whose breaking cometh suddenly at an instant. Thus he threatened his own people for their confidence in Egypt, and contempt of his holy word (Isaiah: 30.13.) This iniquity shall be unto you as a breach ready to fallen, swelling out in a high wall, whose breaking comes suddenly At an instant. av pns31 vvd po31 d n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 pp-f po31 j n1 (np1: crd.) d n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 j pc-acp vvi, vvg av p-acp dt j n1, rg-crq n-vvg vvz av-j p-acp dt n-jn. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13701 And he shall breake it as the breaking of a potters vessel, that is broken in pieces, he shall not spare; And he shall break it as the breaking of a potters vessel, that is broken in Pieces, he shall not spare; cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp n2, pns31 vmb xx vvi; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13702 so that there shall not be found in the bursting of it, a sherd to take fire from the hearth, so that there shall not be found in the bursting of it, a sherd to take fire from the hearth, av cst a-acp vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31, dt vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13703 or to take water withall out of the pit; that is, ye shall be made utterly uselesse and unserviceable. or to take water withal out of the pit; that is, you shall be made utterly useless and unserviceable. cc pc-acp vvi n1 av av pp-f dt n1; cst vbz, pn22 vmb vbi vvn av-j j cc j. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13704 That piece of a vessel is of no use, which will not serve for either of those little uses, the taking of a little fire from the hearth, That piece of a vessel is of no use, which will not serve for either of those little uses, the taking of a little fire from the hearth, cst n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pp-f dx n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp d pp-f d j n2, dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13705 or a little water out of the pit. or a little water out of the pit. cc dt j n1 av pp-f dt n1. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13706 And if God sometime breake his owne professing people thus small for their sins, how small will he breake his professed enemies! And if God sometime break his own professing people thus small for their Sins, how small will he break his professed enemies! cc cs np1 av vvi po31 d vvg n1 av j p-acp po32 n2, c-crq j vmb pns31 vvi po31 j-vvn n2! (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13728 but never makes them wise or solid men. Further, I find this word used for striking in a three-fold sense. but never makes them wise or solid men. Further, I find this word used for striking in a threefold sense. cc-acp av-x vvz pno32 j cc j n2. jc, pns11 vvb d n1 vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2267 Page 692
13707 read for this the last breaking and down-fall of Babylon (Rev: 18.21, 22, 23.) Therefore take heed how you fall into the Lords hand; read for this the last breaking and downfall of Babylon (Rev: 18.21, 22, 23.) Therefore take heed how you fallen into the lords hand; vvb p-acp d dt ord n-vvg cc j pp-f np1 (np1: crd, crd, crd) av vvb n1 c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n2 n1; (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13708 for he can not only break you in pieces, but break you to powder, he can break you to destruction: for he can not only break you in Pieces, but break you to powder, he can break you to destruction: c-acp pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi pn22 p-acp n2, cc-acp vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1: (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13709 The Lords purposes, and the effects of them, his works, are never without effect, for good or evil, The lords Purposes, and the effects of them, his works, Are never without Effect, for good or evil, dt n2 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f pno32, po31 n2, vbr av-x p-acp n1, p-acp j cc j-jn, (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13710 for the better or for the worse. for the better or for the Worse. p-acp dt jc cc p-acp dt jc. (31) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 690
13711 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 26, 27, 28. He striketh them as wicked men, in the open sight of others: JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 26, 27, 28. He striketh them as wicked men, in the open sighed of Others: np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2260 Page 691
13712 Because they turned back from him, and would not Consider any of his wayes. Because they turned back from him, and would not Consider any of his ways. c-acp pns32 vvd av p-acp pno31, cc vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2262 Page 691
13713 So that they cause the cry of the poor to come unto him, and he heareth the cry of the afflicted. So that they cause the cry of the poor to come unto him, and he hears the cry of the afflicted. av cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2263 Page 691
13714 ELihu having in the former words shewed the impartiall vengeance of God upon the wicked, proceedeth to shew two things further about it in these words. ELihu having in the former words showed the impartial vengeance of God upon the wicked, Proceedeth to show two things further about it in these words. np1 vhg p-acp dt j n2 vvd dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j, vvz pc-acp vvi crd n2 av-jc p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2264 Page 691
13715 First, The manner of it, v. 26. He striketh them as wicked men in the open sight of others. First, The manner of it, v. 26. He striketh them as wicked men in the open sighed of Others. ord, dt n1 pp-f pn31, n1 crd pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2265 Page 691
13716 Secondly, The causes, grounds, or reasons of it in the 27th and 28th verses; Secondly, The Causes, grounds, or Reasons of it in the 27th and 28th Verses; ord, dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt ord cc ord n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2266 Page 691
13717 why doth God strike them? it is because they turned back from him, and would not Consider any of his wayes; why does God strike them? it is Because they turned back from him, and would not Consider any of his ways; q-crq vdz np1 vvi pno32? pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vvd av p-acp pno31, cc vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2266 Page 691
13718 So that they cause the Cry of the poore to come unto him; So that they cause the Cry of the poor to come unto him; av cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2266 Page 691
13719 their impiety in turning from God, and their iniquity in oppressing the poor, provoked the Lord to strike them as wicked men in the open sight of others. their impiety in turning from God, and their iniquity in oppressing the poor, provoked the Lord to strike them as wicked men in the open sighed of Others. po32 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1, cc po32 n1 p-acp vvg dt j, vvd dt n1 p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2266 Page 691
13720 Vers. 26. He striketh them as wicked men. Vers. 26. He striketh them as wicked men. np1 crd pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2266 Page 691
13721 The word which we render strike, specially notes the striking of one hand against the other; The word which we render strike, specially notes the striking of one hand against the other; dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvi, av-j vvz dt n-vvg pp-f crd n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2267 Page 691
13722 our hands clasht, or struck together, make a sound, or noise: Thus some Interpret the word here, He strikes them with an Ignominious sound. our hands clashed, or struck together, make a found, or noise: Thus Some Interpret the word Here, He strikes them with an Ignominious found. po12 n2 vvd, cc vvd av, vvb dt n1, cc n1: av d vvb dt n1 av, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2267 Page 691
13723 Many rejoyce and clap their hands when they fall; They are destroyed with shouting. Many rejoice and clap their hands when they fallen; They Are destroyed with shouting. d vvi cc vvi po32 n2 c-crq pns32 vvb; pns32 vbr vvn p-acp vvg. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2267 Page 691
13724 Others take the metaphor from a bladder filled with winde, which being cast on the ground, Others take the metaphor from a bladder filled with wind, which being cast on the ground, ng2-jn vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2267 Page 691
13725 and stampt upon with the foot, breaks with a noise, or gives a crack in the breaking: and stamped upon with the foot, breaks with a noise, or gives a Crac in the breaking: cc vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt vvg: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2267 Page 691
13726 Wicked men, in all they thinke, and purpose, and doe, are but wind, and when they break, they break like bladders, which have nothing of solidity, only breath and fume in them. Wicked men, in all they think, and purpose, and do, Are but wind, and when they break, they break like bladders, which have nothing of solidity, only breath and fume in them. j n2, p-acp d pns32 vvb, cc n1, cc vdb, vbr p-acp n1, cc c-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb av-j n2, r-crq vhb pix pp-f n1, j n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2267 Page 691
13727 Such an Elegancy there is in this word, hitting the vanity and vacuity or emptiness of wicked men, all their filling being but like that of a bladder, which puffes them up, Such an Elegancy there is in this word, hitting the vanity and vacuity or emptiness of wicked men, all their filling being but like that of a bladder, which puffs them up, d dt n1 a-acp vbz p-acp d n1, vvg dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, d po32 j-vvg n1 cc-acp av-j d pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz pno32 a-acp, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2267 Page 692
13729 First, For striking with sorrow and shame; First, For striking with sorrow and shame; ord, c-acp vvg p-acp n1 cc n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2269 Page 692
13730 such was that of repenting Ephraim (Jer: 31.19.) Who when he thought on his wayes, was ashamed and smote upon his thigh. such was that of repenting Ephraim (Jer: 31.19.) Who when he Thought on his ways, was ashamed and smote upon his thigh. d vbds d pp-f vvg np1 (n1: crd.) q-crq q-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2, vbds j cc vvd p-acp po31 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2269 Page 692
13731 Secondly, For striking with scorne and derision ( Lam: 2.15.) All that passe by clap their hands at thee, they hisse and wagge their head at the daughter of Jerusalem. Secondly, For striking with scorn and derision (Lam: 2.15.) All that pass by clap their hands At thee, they hiss and wag their head At the daughter of Jerusalem. ord, c-acp vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 (np1: crd.) d cst vvb p-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno21, pns32 vvb cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2270 Page 692
13732 Thirdly, There is also a striking with anger and indignation; Thirdly, There is also a striking with anger and Indignation; ord, pc-acp vbz av dt vvg p-acp n1 cc n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2271 Page 692
13733 Thus Balak being vext, because he could not have his purpose to bribe Balaam to curse the people of God, Smote his hands together (Numb: 24.10.) and the Lord himselfe is exprest expressing his angry indignation against his owne people the Jewes, by this gesture ( Ezek. 22.13.) Behold therefore I have smitten my hands at thy dishonest gaine, &c. There is then a speciall Emphasis in the smitting or striking here intended, besides the generall meaning of it. Thus Balak being vexed, Because he could not have his purpose to bribe balaam to curse the people of God, Smote his hands together (Numb: 24.10.) and the Lord himself is expressed expressing his angry Indignation against his own people the Jews, by this gesture (Ezekiel 22.13.) Behold Therefore I have smitten my hands At thy dishonest gain, etc. There is then a special Emphasis in the smiting or striking Here intended, beside the general meaning of it. av np1 vbg vvn, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd po31 n2 av (j: crd.) cc dt n1 px31 vbz vvn vvg po31 j n1 p-acp po31 d n1 dt np2, p-acp d n1 (np1 crd.) vvb av pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2 p-acp po21 j n1, av pc-acp vbz av dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg cc vvg av vvd, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2271 Page 692
13734 The Lord destroyes wicked men in such a manner, that all who behold it are filled with the admiration of his righteousnesse, The Lord Destroys wicked men in such a manner, that all who behold it Are filled with the admiration of his righteousness, dt n1 vvz j n2 p-acp d dt n1, cst d r-crq vvb pn31 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2271 Page 692
13735 and with a detestation of their lewdnesse. The Septuagint say, He hath Extinguished wicked men; As if they were but smoaking firebrands, or the stinking snuffe of a candle. and with a detestation of their Lewdness. The septuagint say, He hath Extinguished wicked men; As if they were but smoking firebrands, or the stinking snuff of a candle. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. dt n1 vvb, pns31 vhz vvn j n2; c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp j-vvg n2, cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2271 Page 692
13736 Another renders it, He binds them, the word signifying also to bind or straighten• The Lord brings forth evill men, another renders it, He binds them, the word signifying also to bind or straighten• The Lord brings forth evil men, n-jn vvz pn31, pns31 vvz pno32, dt n1 vvg av pc-acp vvi cc n1 dt n1 vvz av j-jn n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2271 Page 692
13737 as it were, bound hand and foot to Judgement. as it were, bound hand and foot to Judgement. c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2271 Page 692
13738 We say clearely, He striketh them, and that in no ordinary way, but As wicked men. So we translate; We say clearly, He striketh them, and that in no ordinary Way, but As wicked men. So we translate; pns12 vvb av-j, pns31 vvz pno32, cc cst p-acp dx j n1, cc-acp c-acp j n2. av pns12 vvb; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2271 Page 692
13739 yet the particle which we render, as, may (here according to its frequent use else-where) carry in it a reason, He strikes them because they are wicked; yet the particle which we render, as, may (Here according to its frequent use elsewhere) carry in it a reason, He strikes them Because they Are wicked; av dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, a-acp, vmb (av vvg p-acp po31 j n1 av) vvb p-acp pn31 dt n1, pns31 vvz pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2272 Page 692
13740 so some read the text, not as we by way of similitude, how God striketh them, so Some read the text, not as we by Way of similitude, how God striketh them, av d vvb dt n1, xx c-acp pns12 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-crq np1 vvz pno32, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2272 Page 692
13741 but as giving an account why God striketh them, even because they are wicked men. Mr Broughton saith, For the wicked he maketh plentifull riddance of them, which hath a good sense in it, but as giving an account why God striketh them, even Because they Are wicked men. Mr Broughton Says, For the wicked he makes plentiful riddance of them, which hath a good sense in it, cc-acp c-acp vvg dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz pno32, av c-acp pns32 vbr j n2. n1 np1 vvz, p-acp dt j pns31 vvz j n1 pp-f pno32, r-crq vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2272 Page 692
13742 but takes somewhat too great a liberty with the original text; but Takes somewhat too great a liberty with the original text; cc-acp vvz av av j dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2272 Page 692
13743 And because the reason of this striking is held forth in the verses following, it is more distinct to say he strikes them (not because they are wicked men, And Because the reason of this striking is held forth in the Verses following, it is more distinct to say he strikes them (not Because they Are wicked men, cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvg vbz vvn av p-acp dt n2 vvg, pn31 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi pns31 vvz pno32 (xx c-acp pns32 vbr j n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2272 Page 693
13744 but) as wicked men; that is, as wicked men use to be strucken, or as they use to be proceeded against in a way of Justice. but) as wicked men; that is, as wicked men use to be strucken, or as they use to be proceeded against in a Way of justice. cc-acp) p-acp j n2; cst vbz, c-acp j n2 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, cc c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2272 Page 693
13745 God striketh the mighty men (of whom he spake before) as common offenders or malefactors; God striketh the mighty men (of whom he spoke before) as Common offenders or malefactors; np1 vvz dt j n2 (pp-f ro-crq pns31 vvd a-acp) c-acp j n2 cc n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2272 Page 693
13746 Though they are great on earth, yea though they are (in title) Gods upon earth, Though they Are great on earth, yea though they Are (in title) God's upon earth, cs pns32 vbr j p-acp n1, uh cs pns32 vbr (p-acp n1) n2 p-acp n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2272 Page 693
13747 yet God strikes them as the basest of wicked men, they shall not only dye (as 'tis sayd, Psal: 82.7.) or fall like one of the Princes, but they shall dye like the worst of men, like wicked men. Hence note. yet God strikes them as the Basest of wicked men, they shall not only die (as it's said, Psalm: 82.7.) or fallen like one of the Princes, but they shall die like the worst of men, like wicked men. Hence note. av np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt js pp-f j n2, pns32 vmb xx av-j vvb (c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, np1: crd.) cc vvi av-j crd pp-f dt n2, p-acp pns32 vmb vvi av-j dt js pp-f n2, av-j j n2. av vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2272 Page 693
13748 First, They that doe like the wicked, shall be dealt with by God as the wicked, First, They that do like the wicked, shall be dealt with by God as the wicked, ord, pns32 cst vdb av-j dt j, vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp np1 p-acp dt j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2273 Page 693
13749 how high, or mighty soever they are in this world. how high, or mighty soever they Are in this world. c-crq j, cc j av pns32 vbr p-acp d n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2273 Page 693
13750 And as they who are openly wicked shall be dealt with as wicked men, though they be high in the world; And as they who Are openly wicked shall be dealt with as wicked men, though they be high in the world; cc c-acp pns32 r-crq vbr av-j j vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j n2, cs pns32 vbb j p-acp dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2274 Page 693
13751 so they that are really wicked shall be dealt with as wicked men, though they make a high profession of godliness in the Church, so they that Are really wicked shall be dealt with as wicked men, though they make a high profession of godliness in the Church, av pns32 cst vbr av-j j vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j n2, cs pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2274 Page 693
13752 even them will God strike also as wicked men. even them will God strike also as wicked men. av pno32 n1 np1 vvi av p-acp j n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2274 Page 693
13753 Christ speakes of some ( Math: 7.22.) who made a l••d profession of religion, with whom yet he dealt as with wicked men: christ speaks of Some (Math: 7.22.) who made a l••d profession of Religion, with whom yet he dealt as with wicked men: np1 vvz pp-f d (np1: crd.) q-crq vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ro-crq av pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp j n2: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2274 Page 693
13754 Depart from me (saith he) I know ye not, ye workers of iniquity. Depart from me (Says he) I know you not, you workers of iniquity. vvb p-acp pno11 (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb pn22 xx, pn22 n2 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2274 Page 693
13755 Though God doth not deal alike with all wicked men, yet he deales with them all like wicked men. Though God does not deal alike with all wicked men, yet he deals with them all like wicked men. cs np1 vdz xx vvi av-j p-acp d j n2, av pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 d av-j j n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2274 Page 693
13756 There is not one wicked man in the world, but he shall be dealt with according to his kind, that is, There is not one wicked man in the world, but he shall be dealt with according to his kind, that is, pc-acp vbz xx pi j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2274 Page 693
13757 as a wicked man, and shall have that for his portion which is the portion of their Cup, who are wicked. as a wicked man, and shall have that for his portion which is the portion of their Cup, who Are wicked. c-acp dt j n1, cc vmb vhi d p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vbr j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2274 Page 693
13758 As the Godly, so the wicked, whether prophane or false and hypocriticall, shall be esteemed and handled by God like themselves, or as they are. As the Godly, so the wicked, whither profane or false and hypocritical, shall be esteemed and handled by God like themselves, or as they Are. p-acp dt j, av dt j, cs j cc j cc j, vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 vvb px32, cc c-acp pns32 vbr. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2274 Page 693
13759 Secondly, From the first word, as it is taken causally, (upon which many insist) Note. Secondly, From the First word, as it is taken causally, (upon which many insist) Note. ord, p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn av-j, (p-acp r-crq d vvb) vvb. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2275 Page 693
13760 The reason why wicked men •ne stricken is because they are wicked. The reason why wicked men •ne stricken is Because they Are wicked. dt n1 c-crq j n2 av vvn vbz c-acp pns32 vbr j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2275 Page 693
13761 Were not men wicked they should never feele such stroakes from the hand or rather iron rod of God. Were not men wicked they should never feel such Strokes from the hand or rather iron rod of God. vbdr xx n2 j pns32 vmd av-x vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 cc av-c n1 n1 pp-f np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2276 Page 693
13762 If any smart and are ruin'd, they may thank themselves for it, that is, their sins for it; If any smart and Are ruined, they may thank themselves for it, that is, their Sins for it; cs d n1 cc vbr vvn, pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp pn31, cst vbz, po32 n2 p-acp pn31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2276 Page 693
13763 their sufferings are the fruits of their sin. their sufferings Are the fruits of their since. po32 n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2276 Page 693
13764 The Prophet told the sinfull Jewes so ( Jer: 4.18.) they had an affliction upon them, which did reach even to the heart, God made their hearts ake, he struck them to the heart; The Prophet told the sinful Jews so (Jer: 4.18.) they had an affliction upon them, which did reach even to the heart, God made their hearts ache, he struck them to the heart; dt n1 vvd dt j np2 av (np1: crd.) pns32 vhd dt n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vdd vvi av p-acp dt n1, np1 vvd po32 n2 vvi, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2276 Page 693
13765 but why did he so? the answer is, Thy sin and thy doings have procured those things to thee, &c. He striketh them as wicked men. but why did he so? the answer is, Thy since and thy doings have procured those things to thee, etc. He striketh them as wicked men. cc-acp q-crq vdd pns31 av? dt n1 vbz, po21 n1 cc po21 n2-vdg vhb vvn d n2 p-acp pno21, av pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2276 Page 694
13766 In the open sight of others. In the open sighed of Others. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2276 Page 694
13767 These words are a further description of the manner how God strikes the wicked, he doth it openly, These words Are a further description of the manner how God strikes the wicked, he does it openly, d n2 vbr dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz dt j, pns31 vdz pn31 av-j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13768 or (as we put in the margin) In the place of beholders, that is, in such a place, or (as we put in the margin) In the place of beholders, that is, in such a place, cc (c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vbz, p-acp d dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13769 and in such a manner that all may behold it: we say, He strikes them in the open sight of others; and in such a manner that all may behold it: we say, He strikes them in the open sighed of Others; cc p-acp d dt n1 cst d vmb vvi pn31: pns12 vvb, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13770 that is, he punisheth them in an exemplary way, or that they may be an example of warning unto others. that is, he Punisheth them in an exemplary Way, or that they may be an Exampl of warning unto Others. cst vbz, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1, cc cst pns32 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13771 For, The place of seers, or of beholders, is some open and eminent place oppos'd to a Corner; For, The place of seers, or of beholders, is Some open and eminent place opposed to a Corner; p-acp, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pp-f n2, vbz d j cc j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13772 as Paul sayd pleading his cause before king Agrippa (Acts 26.26.) This thing was not done in a Corner; as Paul said pleading his cause before King Agrippa (Acts 26.26.) This thing was not done in a Corner; c-acp np1 vvd vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1 np1 (n2 crd.) d n1 vbds xx vdn p-acp dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13773 no, it was done, as upon the house-top, even in the place of beholders. The Lord will not have to doe with wicked men only in a Corner. no, it was done, as upon the housetop, even in the place of beholders. The Lord will not have to do with wicked men only in a Corner. av-dx, pn31 vbds vdn, c-acp p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. dt n1 vmb xx vhi pc-acp vdi p-acp j n2 av-j p-acp dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13774 He will have witnesses of his doings with them. He will have Witnesses of his doings with them. pns31 vmb vhi n2 pp-f png31 n2-vdg p-acp pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13775 There shall be enow to take notice how he handles them, therefore he often takes open vengeance on them, in the frequent assembly and concourse of many beholders, both approving and reverencing, There shall be enough to take notice how he handles them, Therefore he often Takes open vengeance on them, in the frequent assembly and concourse of many beholders, both approving and reverencing, pc-acp vmb vbi av-d pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno32, av pns31 av vvz j n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, d vvg cc vvg, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13776 yea adoring the impartiall equity of the supreame Judge, and his care of humane affaires. yea adoring the impartial equity of the supreme Judge, and his care of humane affairs. uh vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc po31 n1 pp-f j n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13777 So then, the words are an allusion to the execution of Common malefactors, who dye by the Judgement of the Magistrate, such being condemned and sentenced by the Judge, are not put to death in the prison, So then, the words Are an allusion to the execution of Common malefactors, who die by the Judgement of the Magistrate, such being condemned and sentenced by the Judge, Are not put to death in the prison, av av, dt n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, vbr xx vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13778 or in a hole, but are taken out and carried to some noted place of execution, or in a hold, but Are taken out and carried to Some noted place of execution, cc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbr vvn av cc vvn p-acp d j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13779 or a Scaffold is purposely erected, where a multitude of spectators are admitted to come and behold the Tragedy. or a Scaffold is purposely erected, where a multitude of spectators Are admitted to come and behold the Tragedy. cc dt n1 vbz av vvn, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13780 When our Lord Jesus Christ, who (to deliver us from our transgressions) was numbred with transgressors, when he (I say) was crucified, The Evangelist saith ( Luke 23.35.) The people stood beholding, and the Rulers also with them derided him. When our Lord jesus christ, who (to deliver us from our transgressions) was numbered with transgressors, when he (I say) was Crucified, The Evangelist Says (Luke 23.35.) The people stood beholding, and the Rulers also with them derided him. c-crq po12 n1 np1 np1, r-crq (pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2) vbds vvn p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 (pns11 vvb) vbds vvn, dt np1 vvz (np1 crd.) dt n1 vvd vvg, cc dt n2 av p-acp pno32 vvn pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13781 Christ himselfe was strucken as a wicked man in the place of Beholders. And so have many thousands of his faithfull witnesses. christ himself was strucken as a wicked man in the place of Beholders. And so have many thousands of his faithful Witnesses. np1 px31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. cc av vhi d crd pp-f po31 j n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13782 The wicked deale with them often, as the Lord dealeth sometimes with wicked men, they are brought forth from prison to death, The wicked deal with them often, as the Lord deals sometime with wicked men, they Are brought forth from prison to death, dt j n1 p-acp pno32 av, c-acp dt n1 vvz av p-acp j n2, pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13783 and executed in the open sight of others. and executed in the open sighed of Others. cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 694
13784 All things (in this world) come alike to all, no man knoweth love or hatred by all that is before them (Eccl: 9.1, 2.) The Apostle Paul speaking of himselfe and his fellow-Apostles (to shew the publick disgrace which they were put to) saith, We are made a spectacle to the world, to Angels, All things (in this world) come alike to all, no man Knoweth love or hatred by all that is before them (Ecclesiastes: 9.1, 2.) The Apostle Paul speaking of himself and his fellow-Apostles (to show the public disgrace which they were put to) Says, We Are made a spectacle to the world, to Angels, d n2 (p-acp d n1) vvb av-j p-acp d, dx n1 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp d cst vbz p-acp pno32 (np1: crd, crd) dt n1 np1 vvg pp-f px31 cc po31 n2 (pc-acp vvi dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp) vvz, pns12 vbr vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 695
13785 and to men (1 Cor: 4 9.) The Greeke is, we are a Theater to the world, &c. As if he had sayd, all see how we are used; and to men (1 Cor: 4 9.) The Greek is, we Are a Theater to the world, etc. As if he had said, all see how we Are used; cc p-acp n2 (vvn fw-la: crd crd) dt jp vbz, pns12 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, d vvi c-crq pns12 vbr vvn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 695
13786 And as bloody persecuters make the faithfull servants of Christ a spectacle, so Christ will at last make wicked men a spectacle to the world, to Angels, and to men. And as bloody persecuters make the faithful Servants of christ a spectacle, so christ will At last make wicked men a spectacle to the world, to Angels, and to men. cc c-acp j n2 vvb dt j n2 pp-f np1 dt n1, av np1 vmb p-acp ord vvi j n2 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2, cc p-acp n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 695
13787 Thus it is prophecied ( Isa: 66.24.) that all flesh who come to worship before the Lord, shall goe forth and looke upon the carcasses of the men that have transgressed against him, &c. They shall be stricken in the place of Beholders or Seers. Thus it is prophesied (Isaiah: 66.24.) that all Flesh who come to worship before the Lord, shall go forth and look upon the carcases of the men that have transgressed against him, etc. They shall be stricken in the place of Beholders or Seers. av pn31 vbz vvd (np1: crd.) cst d n1 r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi av cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cst vhb vvn p-acp pno31, av pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2277 Page 695
13788 Some expound that word Seers, as implying more then ordinary seers, or more then barely such as see what is done; some expound that word Seers, as implying more then ordinary seers, or more then barely such as see what is done; d vvb cst n1 n2, p-acp vvg av-dc cs j n2, cc av-dc av av-j d c-acp vvi r-crq vbz vdn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2278 Page 695
13789 namely, such as are delighted and pleased with what is done, yet not as it is a suffering of paine by man, namely, such as Are delighted and pleased with what is done, yet not as it is a suffering of pain by man, av, d c-acp vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp r-crq vbz vdn, av xx c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2278 Page 695
13790 but as it is an act of Justice from God. Hence note. God oftentimes doth Justice upon sinners openly. but as it is an act of justice from God. Hence note. God oftentimes does justice upon Sinners openly. cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. av vvi. np1 av vdz n1 p-acp n2 av-j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2278 Page 695
13791 The Judgements of God are of two sorts: Some are secret, others are manifest; he can doe execution upon men when none see it; The Judgments of God Are of two sorts: some Are secret, Others Are manifest; he can do execution upon men when none see it; dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr pp-f crd n2: d vbr j-jn, n2-jn vbr j; pns31 vmb vdi n1 p-acp n2 c-crq pi vvi pn31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 695
13792 nay he doth the severest executions upon some men when they themselves doe not see it (that's the sting and severity of the Judgement, that) they have not so much as any sence of the wrath of God, nay he does the Severest executions upon Some men when they themselves do not see it (that's the sting and severity of the Judgement, that) they have not so much as any sense of the wrath of God, uh-x pns31 vdz dt js n2 p-acp d n2 c-crq pns32 px32 vdb xx vvi pn31 (d|vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cst) pns32 vhb xx av av-d c-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 695
13793 when the full vialls of his wrath are powring out upon them. But many of the Judgements of God are open; when the full vials of his wrath Are Pouring out upon them. But many of the Judgments of God Are open; c-crq dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbr vvg av p-acp pno32. p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 695
13794 As he striketh some so secretly, that none can see it, so others so visibly that all may see it. As he striketh Some so secretly, that none can see it, so Others so visibly that all may see it. c-acp pns31 vvz d av av-jn, cst pix vmb vvi pn31, av n2-jn av av-j cst d vmb vvi pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 695
13795 Thus the Lord commanded Moses (Numb: 25.4.) when Israel had joyned themselves unto Baal-peor, Take all the heads of the people and hang them up before the Lord against the Sun. By the heads of the people, we may understand either the capitall offenders, those who were most active and ready in that wickednesse; Thus the Lord commanded Moses (Numb: 25.4.) when Israel had joined themselves unto Baal-peor, Take all the Heads of the people and hang them up before the Lord against the Sun. By the Heads of the people, we may understand either the capital offenders, those who were most active and ready in that wickedness; av dt n1 vvd np1 (j: crd.) q-crq np1 vhd vvn px32 p-acp j, vvb d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi d dt j n2, d r-crq vbdr av-ds j cc j p-acp d n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 695
13796 or their principall Rulers, who in stead of stopping them from or punishing them for those offences, gave way to them or at least wincked at them: or their principal Rulers, who in stead of stopping them from or punishing them for those offences, gave Way to them or At least winked At them: cc po32 j-jn n2, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp cc vvg pno32 p-acp d n2, vvd n1 p-acp pno32 cc p-acp ds vvn p-acp pno32: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 695
13797 These must be hanged against the Sun, that is, as Elihu speakes here, in the open sight of others, or, in the place of seers. These must be hanged against the Sun, that is, as Elihu speaks Here, in the open sighed of Others, or, in the place of seers. d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, c-acp np1 vvz av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 695
13798 Thus they were made an example of caution that all might see and feare and doe no more presumptuously. Thus they were made an Exampl of caution that all might see and Fear and do no more presumptuously. av pns32 vbdr vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cst d vmd vvi cc vvi cc vdb dx av-dc av-j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 695
13799 Read the like executions of divine Judgement threatned (2 Sam: 12.11, 12. Isa. 26.11.) John in the Revelation (Chap: 15.4.) prophecyeth of the Saints triumphing at the fall of Babylon, and singing the song of Moses, and the song of the Lambe, saying, Great and marvellous are thy workes, &c. for thy Judgements are made manifest: Read the like executions of divine Judgement threatened (2 Sam: 12.11, 12. Isaiah 26.11.) John in the Revelation (Chap: 15.4.) Prophesieth of the Saints triumphing At the fallen of Babylon, and singing the song of Moses, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Great and marvellous Are thy works, etc. for thy Judgments Are made manifest: np1 dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vvd (crd np1: crd, crd np1 crd.) np1 p-acp dt n1 (n1: crd.) vvz pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg, j cc j vbr po21 n2, av p-acp po21 n2 vbr vvn j: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 696
13800 God hath now stricken Babylon his great enemy in the open sight of others; God hath now stricken Babylon his great enemy in the open sighed of Others; np1 vhz av vvn np1 po31 j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 696
13801 his Judgements were right before, (they are alwayes right) but till then not manifest. his Judgments were right before, (they Are always right) but till then not manifest. po31 n2 vbdr j-jn a-acp, (pns32 vbr av j-jn) cc-acp c-acp cs xx j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 696
13802 David saith ( Psal: 9.16.) The Lord is knowne by the Judgement which he executeth: David Says (Psalm: 9.16.) The Lord is known by the Judgement which he Executeth: np1 vvz (np1: crd.) dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 696
13803 now if the Lord be knowne by the Judgement which he executeth; then the Judgement which he executeth must be knowne; now if the Lord be known by the Judgement which he Executeth; then the Judgement which he Executeth must be known; av cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz; av dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz vmb vbi vvn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 696
13804 it must be an open Judgement; it must be an open Judgement; pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 696
13805 and such are very many of the Judgements of God, they are acted as upon a stage. and such Are very many of the Judgments of God, they Are acted as upon a stage. cc d vbr av d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 696
13806 And I may give you an account in three particulars why the Lord will sometimes doe Justice, in the place of beholders, And I may give you an account in three particulars why the Lord will sometime do justice, in the place of beholders, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 p-acp crd n2-j c-crq dt n1 vmb av vdi n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 696
13807 or in the open sight of others. or in the open sighed of Others. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2280 Page 696
13808 First, That there may be witnesses enow of what he doth, and so a record of it kept, at least in the minds and memories of faithfull men for the generations to come. First, That there may be Witnesses enough of what he does, and so a record of it kept, At least in the minds and memories of faithful men for the generations to come. ord, cst a-acp vmb vbi n2 av-d pp-f r-crq pns31 vdz, cc av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvd, p-acp ds p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2281 Page 696
13809 Secondly, The Lord doth it not onely that he may have witnesses of his Justice, Secondly, The Lord does it not only that he may have Witnesses of his justice, ord, dt n1 vdz pn31 xx j cst pns31 vmb vhi n2 pp-f po31 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13810 but also that his Justice and the proceedings of it, may have an effect and a fruit upon those who did not feele it, nor fall under it. but also that his justice and the proceedings of it, may have an Effect and a fruit upon those who did not feel it, nor fallen under it. cc-acp av cst po31 n1 cc dt n2-vvg pp-f pn31, vmb vhi dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vdd xx vvi pn31, ccx vvi p-acp pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13811 This was the reason why the Lord threatned to punish Jerusalem in the sight of the nations ( Ezek: 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 14, 15. ) Thus saith the Lord God, this is Jerusalem, I have set it in the midst of the nations and Countryes that are round about her. This was the reason why the Lord threatened to Punish Jerusalem in the sighed of the Nations (Ezekiel: 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 14, 15.) Thus Says the Lord God, this is Jerusalem, I have Set it in the midst of the Nations and Countries that Are round about her. d vbds dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 (np1: crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd) av vvz dt n1 np1, d vbz np1, pns11 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 cst vbr av-j p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13812 God is sayd ( Psal: 74.12.) To work salvation in the midst of the Earth; God is said (Psalm: 74.12.) To work salvation in the midst of the Earth; np1 vbz vvd (np1: crd.) pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13813 that is, in Jerusalem, or among his people, who were placed as it were in the Center, that is, in Jerusalem, or among his people, who were placed as it were in the Centre, cst vbz, p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbdr vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13814 and middle part of the world: and middle part of the world: cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13815 not that Jerusalem stood exactly in the midst of the world, but because many Nations stood about it, that might well be called a City standing in the midst of the nations; not that Jerusalem stood exactly in the midst of the world, but Because many nations stood about it, that might well be called a city standing in the midst of the Nations; xx cst np1 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp c-acp d n2 vvd p-acp pn31, cst vmd av vbi vvn dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13816 and therefore it is added ( v. 8.) Thus saith the Lord God, Behold I, and Therefore it is added (v. 8.) Thus Says the Lord God, Behold I, cc av pn31 vbz vvd (n1 crd) av vvz dt n1 np1, vvb pns11, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13817 even I am against thee, and will execute Judgement in the midst of thee, in the sight of the nations. even I am against thee, and will execute Judgement in the midst of thee, in the sighed of the Nations. av pns11 vbm p-acp pno21, cc vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13818 God would execute Judgement in Jerusalem a City placed in the midst of the nations, that as the nations had taken notice of the extraordinary favours, benefits, deliverances, God would execute Judgement in Jerusalem a city placed in the midst of the Nations, that as the Nations had taken notice of the extraordinary favours, benefits, Deliverances, np1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst p-acp dt n2 vhd vvn n1 pp-f dt j n2, n2, n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13819 and salvations which God wrought for Jerusalem; so they might also take notice of his judgements and sore displeasure against them. and salvations which God wrought for Jerusalem; so they might also take notice of his Judgments and soar displeasure against them. cc n2 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1; av pns32 vmd av vvi n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc j n1 p-acp pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13820 Jerusalem was not seated in some nooke, corner, or by-place of the world, but in the midst of the nations, that both the goodnesse and severity of God towards them might be conspicuous; Jerusalem was not seated in Some nook, corner, or by-place of the world, but in the midst of the Nations, that both the Goodness and severity of God towards them might be conspicuous; np1 vbds xx vvn p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vmd vbi j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 696
13821 And that the nations round about seeing the sufferings of that people for their sin, might feare and tremble to sin as they had done; And that the Nations round about seeing the sufferings of that people for their since, might Fear and tremble to since as they had done; cc cst dt n2 av-j p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp po32 n1, vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vhd vdn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 697
13840 so, that they who have done the like may be humbled for, and repent of what they have done. so, that they who have done the like may be humbled for, and Repent of what they have done. av, cst pns32 r-crq vhb vdn dt av-j vmb vbi vvn p-acp, cc vvi pp-f r-crq pns32 vhb vdn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13822 for if Jerusalem the seate of instituted worship and Gods peculiar people were not spared when they provoked God, their neighbours might well conclude, for if Jerusalem the seat of instituted worship and God's peculiar people were not spared when they provoked God, their neighbours might well conclude, c-acp cs np1 dt n1 pp-f vvn n1 cc n2 j n1 vbdr xx vvn c-crq pns32 vvd np1, po32 n2 vmd av vvi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 697
13823 surely we shall not be spared: surely we shall not be spared: av-j pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 697
13824 As the Lord himselfe argued it against those uncircumcised nations ( Jer: 25.20.) Behold I will bring evill upon the City that is called by my name, As the Lord himself argued it against those uncircumcised Nations (Jer: 25.20.) Behold I will bring evil upon the city that is called by my name, c-acp dt n1 px31 vvd pn31 p-acp d j n2 (np1: crd.) vvb pns11 vmb vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 697
13825 and should ye goe utterly unpunished? Certainly no! If God punish his own people in the sight of the heathenish nations when they doe wickedly, what then are heathen nations to expect, who doe nothing but wickednesse? and should you go utterly unpunished? Certainly no! If God Punish his own people in the sighed of the Heathenish Nations when they do wickedly, what then Are heathen Nations to expect, who do nothing but wickedness? cc vmd pn22 vvi av-j j? av-j uh cs n1 vvi po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 c-crq pns32 vdb av-j, r-crq av vbr j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi, q-crq vdb pix cc-acp n1? (32) chapter (DIV2) 2282 Page 697
13826 And this (by the way) may give the Alarme, and be a very awakening consideration to all the Churches and people of God at this day throughout the world. And this (by the Way) may give the Alarm, and be a very awakening consideration to all the Churches and people of God At this day throughout the world. cc d (p-acp dt n1) vmb vvi dt n1, cc vbb dt j n-vvg n1 p-acp d dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2283 Page 697
13827 If God did strike Jerusalem of old, that is, his people there, as wicked men even in the open sight of others; If God did strike Jerusalem of old, that is, his people there, as wicked men even in the open sighed of Others; cs np1 vdd vvi np1 pp-f j, cst vbz, po31 n1 a-acp, p-acp j n2 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2283 Page 697
13828 if the Lord was so wroth with his people, that he polluted his inheritance, and gave them into the hand of the Chaldeans (Isa. 47.6.) If he forsooke his house and left his heritage, if the Lord was so wroth with his people, that he polluted his inheritance, and gave them into the hand of the Chaldeans (Isaiah 47.6.) If he forsook his house and left his heritage, cs dt n1 vbds av j p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2 (np1 crd.) cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 cc vvd po31 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2283 Page 697
13829 and gave the dearely beloved of his soule into the hands of her enemies (Jer: 12.7.) and sayd ( v. 9.) Mine heritage is to me as a speckled bird, the birds round about her are against her; and gave thee dearly Beloved of his soul into the hands of her enemies (Jer: 12.7.) and said (v. 9.) Mine heritage is to me as a speckled bird, the Birds round about her Are against her; cc vvd pno32 av-jn vvn pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 ng1 (n1: crd.) cc vvd (n1 crd) po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, dt n2 av-j p-acp pno31 vbr p-acp pno31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2283 Page 697
13830 yea if he (in the close of that verse) invited the worst of men under the name of beasts to spoyle them, Come ye, assemble all the beasts of the field come to devoure; yea if he (in the close of that verse) invited the worst of men under the name of beasts to spoil them, Come you, assemble all the beasts of the field come to devour; uh cs pns31 (p-acp dt j pp-f d n1) vvd dt js pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, vvb pn22, vvb d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2283 Page 697
13831 Now (I say) If God struck his ancient people, the Jewish Church, as wicked men, by wicked men, in the open sight of others, O let the Gentile Churches take heed, Now (I say) If God struck his ancient people, the Jewish Church, as wicked men, by wicked men, in the open sighed of Others, Oh let the Gentile Churches take heed, av (pns11 vvb) cs np1 vvd po31 j n1, dt jp n1, c-acp j n2, p-acp j n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn, uh vvb dt j n2 vvb n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2283 Page 697
13832 lest they also be stricken after the same manner. lest they also be stricken After the same manner. cs pns32 av vbi vvn p-acp dt d n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2283 Page 697
13833 Many Churches in Germany and else-where have been stricken so already in this last age, let the remnant both there and else-where remember themselves and give glory to God, Many Churches in Germany and elsewhere have been stricken so already in this last age, let the remnant both there and elsewhere Remember themselves and give glory to God, av-d n2 p-acp np1 cc av vhb vbn vvn av av p-acp d ord n1, vvb dt n1 av-d a-acp cc av vvb px32 cc vvb n1 p-acp np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2283 Page 697
13834 before he cause such darknesse to come upon them, and strike them also as wicked men in the open sight of others. before he cause such darkness to come upon them, and strike them also as wicked men in the open sighed of Others. c-acp pns31 vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 av p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2283 Page 697
13835 God lets some sinners suffer or punisheth them openly, both because he would have all others take notice that he dislikes what they have done, God lets Some Sinners suffer or Punisheth them openly, both Because he would have all Others take notice that he dislikes what they have done, np1 vvz d n2 vvi cc vvz pno32 av-j, d c-acp pns31 vmd vhi d n2-jn vvb n1 cst pns31 vvz r-crq pns32 vhb vdn, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2284 Page 697
13836 as also because he would not have others doe the like, lest they be made like them, both in the matter and manner of their sufferings. as also Because he would not have Others do the like, lest they be made like them, both in the matter and manner of their sufferings. c-acp av c-acp pns31 vmd xx vhi ng2-jn vdb dt av-j, cs pns32 vbb vvn av-j pno32, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2284 Page 697
13837 'Tis a favour (as well as our duty) to be taught by other mens harmes, It's a favour (as well as our duty) to be taught by other men's harms, pn31|vbz dt n1 (c-acp av c-acp po12 n1) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2284 Page 697
13838 and to be instructed by their stroakes, to prevent our own. and to be instructed by their Strokes, to prevent our own. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi po12 d. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2284 Page 697
13839 And as the Lord strikes some wicked men openly, that others may feare and not doe the like, And as the Lord strikes Some wicked men openly, that Others may Fear and not do the like, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz d j n2 av-j, cst n2-jn vmb vvi cc xx vdi dt av-j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13841 God doth not alwayes powre out the same Judgements upon all those that have done the same wickedness, (the whole world would be in blood if he did so) but he takes here and there one that the rest bethinking themselves, God does not always pour out the same Judgments upon all those that have done the same wickedness, (the Whole world would be in blood if he did so) but he Takes Here and there one that the rest bethinking themselves, np1 vdz xx av vvi av dt d n2 p-acp d d cst vhb vdn dt d n1, (dt j-jn n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1 cs pns31 vdd av) cc-acp pns31 vvz av cc a-acp crd d dt n1 vvg px32, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13842 and (with repenting Ephraim ) smiting upon their thigh, may prevent the Lord from smiting them at all, especially from striking them as wicked men in the open sight of others. and (with repenting Ephraim) smiting upon their thigh, may prevent the Lord from smiting them At all, especially from striking them as wicked men in the open sighed of Others. cc (p-acp vvg np1) vvg p-acp po32 n1, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp d, av-j p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13843 It is sayd ( Rev: 11.13.) that, after by a great earth-quake the tenth part of the City fell, It is said (Rev: 11.13.) that, After by a great earthquake the tenth part of the city fell, pn31 vbz vvd (np1: crd.) cst, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13844 and in the earth-quake were slaine of men seven thousand, the remnant were affrighted and gave glory to the God of heaven. and in the earthquake were slain of men seven thousand, the remnant were affrighted and gave glory to the God of heaven. cc p-acp dt n1 vbdr vvn pp-f n2 crd crd, dt n1 vbdr vvn cc vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13845 And surely the reason why after one man hath been chastised or stricken, others take their turnes too, is because they did not take warning by his chastisements and sufferings. And surely the reason why After one man hath been chastised or stricken, Others take their turns too, is Because they did not take warning by his chastisements and sufferings. cc av-j dt n1 c-crq p-acp crd n1 vhz vbn vvn cc vvn, n2-jn vvb po32 n2 av, vbz c-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13846 Did we but mind the scope of God in punishing any openly, the striking of one might save hundreds, or thousands from being stricken; Did we but mind the scope of God in punishing any openly, the striking of one might save hundreds, or thousands from being stricken; vdd pns12 p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg d av-j, dt n-vvg pp-f crd vmd vvi crd, cc crd p-acp vbg vvn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13847 but because men are so secure and so slow to take warning by what God doth to others, but Because men Are so secure and so slow to take warning by what God does to Others, cc-acp c-acp n2 vbr av j cc av j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vdz p-acp n2-jn, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13848 therefore they are called forth one after another, to suffer and feel his heavy hand in their own persons. Therefore they Are called forth one After Another, to suffer and feel his heavy hand in their own Persons. av pns32 vbr vvn av crd p-acp n-jn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 j n1 p-acp po32 d n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2285 Page 698
13849 Thirdly, God strikes some wicked men in open view, or in the place of beholders for the comfort of his own people, Thirdly, God strikes Some wicked men in open view, or in the place of beholders for the Comfort of his own people, ord, np1 vvz d j n2 p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13850 and for their encouragement ( Psal: 58.10, 11.) The righteous shall be glad when he seeth the vengeance; and for their encouragement (Psalm: 58.10, 11.) The righteous shall be glad when he sees the vengeance; cc p-acp po32 n1 (np1: crd, crd) dt j vmb vbi j c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13851 not that he shall be glad of the vengeance, purely as it is a hurt, not that he shall be glad of the vengeance, purely as it is a hurt, xx cst pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1, av-j c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13852 or a suffering to the creature, but the righteous shall be glad when he seeth the vengeance of God, or a suffering to the creature, but the righteous shall be glad when he sees the vengeance of God, cc dt vvg p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt j vmb vbi j c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13853 as it is a fulfilling of the threatning of God against the sin of man, as it is a fulfilling of the threatening of God against the since of man, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13854 and an evidence of his own holiness. ( Psal: 64.9, 10.) God shall shoot suddenly at the wicked, all that see them shall flee away; and an evidence of his own holiness. (Psalm: 64.9, 10.) God shall shoot suddenly At the wicked, all that see them shall flee away; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (np1: crd, crd) np1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt j, d cst vvb pno32 vmb vvi av; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13855 that is, they that see how God deales with them, shall get away, least ruine overtake them, that is, they that see how God deals with them, shall get away, lest ruin overtake them, cst vbz, pns32 cst vvb q-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32, vmb vvi av, cs n1 vvb pno32, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13856 or they shall flee away (which is their best course) from such courses and practices as procured them that ruine. or they shall flee away (which is their best course) from such courses and practices as procured them that ruin. cc pns32 vmb vvi av (r-crq vbz po32 js n1) p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp vvd pno32 d n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13857 Thus the righteous rejoyce when they see the vengeance, yea they wash their feere in the blood of the ungodly; Thus the righteous rejoice when they see the vengeance, yea they wash their Fear in the blood of the ungodly; av dt j vvb c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1, uh pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13858 that is, they get comfort and encouragement by seeing the Lord avenge their cause against their adversaries. that is, they get Comfort and encouragement by seeing the Lord avenge their cause against their Adversaries. cst vbz, pns32 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 vvi po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13859 It is sayd ( Exod: 14.30, 31.) that God having overwhelmed the Egyptians in the red Sea, the Israelites saw the Egyptians dead upon the shoar; It is said (Exod: 14.30, 31.) that God having overwhelmed the egyptians in the read Sea, the Israelites saw the egyptians dead upon the shore; pn31 vbz vvd (j: crd, crd) cst np1 vhg vvn dt np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt np2 vvd dt njp2 j p-acp dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 698
13860 God did not suffer the carcasses of the Egyptians to sink to the bottom of the Sea, God did not suffer the carcases of the egyptians to sink to the bottom of the Sea, np1 vdd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 699
13862 And when Israel saw that dreadfull stroak of the Lord upon the Egyptians, It is sayd, The people feared the Lord, And when Israel saw that dreadful stroke of the Lord upon the egyptians, It is said, The people feared the Lord, cc c-crq np1 vvd cst j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt njp2, pn31 vbz vvn, dt n1 vvd dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 699
13863 and believed the Lord and his servant Moses: and believed the Lord and his servant Moses: cc vvd dt n1 cc po31 n1 np1: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 699
13864 Thus they were confirmed in their faith by Gods open Judgements upon the Egyptians; They were smitten in the place of beholders, Thus they were confirmed in their faith by God's open Judgments upon the egyptians; They were smitten in the place of beholders, av pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp npg1 j n2 p-acp dt np1; pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 699
13865 or in the open sight of others. There are yet two other interpretations of these words, which I shall touch. or in the open sighed of Others. There Are yet two other interpretations of these words, which I shall touch. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. pc-acp vbr av crd j-jn n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2286 Page 699
13866 He striketh them in the place of beholders, that is (saith my Author) in such an estate or condition wherein themselves might see, both by that natural light which every man hath, He striketh them in the place of beholders, that is (Says my Author) in such an estate or condition wherein themselves might see, both by that natural Light which every man hath, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vbz (vvz po11 n1) p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 c-crq px32 vmd vvi, av-d p-acp cst j n1 r-crq d n1 vhz, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2288 Page 699
13867 & especially by the light of doctrine and instruction, what they ought to doe, and what to shun or avoyd. & especially by the Light of Doctrine and instruction, what they ought to do, and what to shun or avoid. cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi, cc r-crq pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2288 Page 699
13868 In this sense to be smitten in the place of Seers, is, to see and behold, to have light and understanding what to doe, In this sense to be smitten in the place of Seers, is, to see and behold, to have Light and understanding what to do, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vbz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1 r-crq pc-acp vdi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2288 Page 699
13869 or forbeare doing, and yet to act against that light, and so provoke the Lord to strike us; or forbear doing, and yet to act against that Light, and so provoke the Lord to strike us; cc vvb vdg, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cc av vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2288 Page 699
13870 which is a great aggravation both of the sin, and punishment of man. which is a great aggravation both of the since, and punishment of man. r-crq vbz dt j n1 av-d pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2288 Page 699
13871 A second gives it thus, He striketh them in the place of seers, or where they saw; A second gives it thus, He striketh them in the place of seers, or where they saw; dt ord vvz pn31 av, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc c-crq pns32 vvd; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2289 Page 699
13872 that is, he striketh them in the eye of their understanding, or in their Judgement, he striketh them with spirituall blindness, that is, he striketh them in the eye of their understanding, or in their Judgement, he striketh them with spiritual blindness, d vbz, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc p-acp po32 n1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2289 Page 699
13873 as the Sodomites were with corporall, so that they are not able to see their way, as the Sodomites were with corporal, so that they Are not able to see their Way, c-acp dt n2 vbdr p-acp j, av cst pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2289 Page 699
13874 or what becomes them to doe. This is a most severe stroake. or what becomes them to do. This is a most severe stroke. cc r-crq vvz pno32 pc-acp vdi. d vbz dt av-ds j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2289 Page 699
13875 There are many who when they have abused the light, and would not doe what they saw they ought, God hath struck them with such blindness, that they should not see what they ought to doe. There Are many who when they have abused the Light, and would not do what they saw they ought, God hath struck them with such blindness, that they should not see what they ought to do. pc-acp vbr d r-crq c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt n1, cc vmd xx vdi r-crq pns32 vvd pns32 vmd, np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2289 Page 699
13876 Both these are rather tropologicall Expositions then literall, yet they may have their use and improvement by way of allusion. Both these Are rather tropological Expositions then literal, yet they may have their use and improvement by Way of allusion. av-d d vbr av j n2 av j, av pns32 vmb vhi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2289 Page 699
13877 In this place Elihu having thus held out the openness and exemplariness of the judgements of God upon wicked men, proceeds in the following words, to shew the equity and righteousnesse of them. In this place Elihu having thus held out the openness and exemplariness of the Judgments of God upon wicked men, proceeds in the following words, to show the equity and righteousness of them. p-acp d n1 np1 vhg av vvn av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2, vvz p-acp dt vvg n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2289 Page 699
13878 Vers. 27. Because they have turned back from him, and would not Consider any of his wayes. Vers. 27. Because they have turned back from him, and would not Consider any of his ways. np1 crd c-acp pns32 vhb vvn av p-acp pno31, cc vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2289 Page 699
13879 Here, I say, lest any should surmise that God takes vengeance without cause, the cause is named and assigned why God takes vengeance; Here, I say, lest any should surmise that God Takes vengeance without cause, the cause is nam and assigned why God Takes vengeance; av, pns11 vvb, cs d vmd vvi cst np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn c-crq np1 vvz n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2290 Page 699
13880 'tis because they turned back from him, they in the pride and stoutnesse of their hearts (which great men especially are much subject to) refused to obey and follow God, it's Because they turned back from him, they in the pride and stoutness of their hearts (which great men especially Are much Subject to) refused to obey and follow God, pn31|vbz p-acp pns32 vvd av p-acp pno31, pns32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 (r-crq j n2 av-j vbr d j-jn pc-acp) vvd pc-acp vvi cc vvi np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2290 Page 700
13901 he did not turn from pure worship to Idolatry and superstition, but from Idolatry and superstition to pure worship. he did not turn from pure worship to Idolatry and Superstition, but from Idolatry and Superstition to pure worship. pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 701
13881 and therefore his wrath followed and brake them. They turned back from him. There is a two-fold turning back; First, Corporall; and Therefore his wrath followed and brake them. They turned back from him. There is a twofold turning back; First, Corporal; cc av po31 n1 vvd cc vvd pno32. pns32 vvd av p-acp pno31. pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg av; ord, n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2290 Page 700
13882 Secondly, Morall or spirituall, none can corporally turn back from God, though some attempt it; Secondly, Moral or spiritual, none can corporally turn back from God, though Some attempt it; ord, j cc j, pix vmb av-j vvi av p-acp np1, cs d vvb pn31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2291 Page 700
13883 to what hiding place soever we turn our selves, we cannot be hid from him who filleth every place? But there are many who morally turn back and depart from the living God. to what hiding place soever we turn our selves, we cannot be hid from him who fills every place? But there Are many who morally turn back and depart from the living God. p-acp r-crq vvg n1 av pns12 vvb po12 n2, pns12 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz d n1? p-acp a-acp vbr d r-crq av-j vvb av cc vvi p-acp dt j-vvg np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2291 Page 700
13884 Sinners would turn their persons back from God, and hide their heads, they would get quite out of his sight and reach, though they cannot; Sinners would turn their Persons back from God, and hide their Heads, they would get quite out of his sighed and reach, though they cannot; n2 vmd vvi po32 n2 av p-acp np1, cc vvi po32 n2, pns32 vmd vvi av av pp-f po31 n1 cc vvi, cs pns32 vmbx; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2291 Page 700
13885 but all of them turn back from God in their hearts. In two respects sinners in generall, may be sayd to turne back from God; but all of them turn back from God in their hearts. In two respects Sinners in general, may be said to turn back from God; cc-acp d pp-f pno32 vvi av p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2. p-acp crd n2 n2 p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2291 Page 700
13886 First, when he commands and they will not obey him, or withdraw their obedience from his commandements; First, when he commands and they will not obey him, or withdraw their Obedience from his Commandments; ord, c-crq pns31 vvz cc pns32 vmb xx vvi pno31, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp po31 n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2292 Page 700
13887 Secondly, when he entreates and invites them, and they will not come to him, nor accept his tendered respects and favours. Secondly, when he entreats and invites them, and they will not come to him, nor accept his tendered respects and favours. ord, c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32, cc pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31, ccx vvi po31 vvn n2 cc n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2292 Page 700
13888 Thus the Lord complained of his owne people ( Psal: 81.11.) Israel would none of me; Thus the Lord complained of his own people (Psalm: 81.11.) Israel would none of me; av dt n1 vvd pp-f po31 d n1 (np1: crd.) np1 vmd pi pp-f pno11; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2292 Page 700
13889 God wooed them, but they had other lovers, and after them they would goe; even Israel lightly regarded the God of Israel, yea they made a defection from him. More distinctly. God wooed them, but they had other lovers, and After them they would go; even Israel lightly regarded the God of Israel, yea they made a defection from him. More distinctly. np1 vvd pno32, cc-acp pns32 vhd j-jn n2, cc p-acp pno32 pns32 vmd vvi; av np1 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, uh pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31. av-dc av-j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2292 Page 700
13890 There is a three-fold turning back from God, or they who turne back from God are of three sorts. There is a threefold turning back from God, or they who turn back from God Are of three sorts. pc-acp vbz dt j n-vvg av p-acp np1, cc pns32 r-crq vvb av p-acp np1 vbr pp-f crd n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2293 Page 700
13891 First, There is a turning back from God, by those who have openly followed him, or made profession of his name; First, There is a turning back from God, by those who have openly followed him, or made profession of his name; ord, pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg av p-acp np1, p-acp d r-crq vhb av-j vvd pno31, cc vvd n1 pp-f po31 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 700
13892 Thus hypocrites and formalists turne back from God. This the Scripture calls back-sliding, revolting, and going a whoring from God. Thus Hypocrites and formalists turn back from God. This the Scripture calls backsliding, revolting, and going a whoring from God. av n2 cc n2 vvb av p-acp np1. np1 dt n1 vvz j, j-vvg, cc vvg dt vvg p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 700
13893 Such as these, are like perfidious Souldiers, who enter and list themselves in an Army, marching with them for a while, Such as these, Are like perfidious Soldiers, who enter and list themselves in an Army, marching with them for a while, d c-acp d, vbr av-j j n2, r-crq vvb cc vvb px32 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 700
13894 & taking their pay, yet soon after forsake their colours, and turn to the enemy: & taking their pay, yet soon After forsake their colours, and turn to the enemy: cc vvg po32 n1, av av c-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 700
13895 Thus many apostatize from God to the Devill, and to the creature, or (as Paul sayd of Demas) they forsake Christ and embrace this present world. Thus many apostatise from God to the devil, and to the creature, or (as Paul said of Demas) they forsake christ and embrace this present world. av d vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc (c-acp np1 vvd pp-f np1) pns32 vvb np1 cc vvi d j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 700
13896 Luther was charged by his enemies that he was an Apostate, and he acknowledged, he was, Luther was charged by his enemies that he was an Apostate, and he acknowledged, he was, np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2 cst pns31 vbds dt n1, cc pns31 vvd, pns31 vbds, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 700
13897 but he thanked God for it, he indeed turned back from what he did once professe, but he thanked God for it, he indeed turned back from what he did once profess, cc-acp pns31 vvd np1 p-acp pn31, pns31 av vvd av p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd a-acp vvi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 700
13898 but it was to a better profession; but it was to a better profession; cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt jc n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 700
13899 he did not turne from God to the world, but he turned from the world to God, and that's a blessed Apostacy; he did not turn from God to the world, but he turned from the world to God, and that's a blessed Apostasy; pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, cc d|vbz dt vvn n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 700
13900 he did not turn from truth to error, but from error to truth; he did not turn from truth to error, but from error to truth; pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 701
13902 How wretched is their condition who are indeed Apostates! How wretched is their condition who Are indeed Apostates! q-crq j vbz po32 n1 r-crq vbr av n2! (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 701
13903 who turn from God to the world, from truth to error, from pure worship to Idolatry and superstition, from a holy conversation to prophaness, loosness and libertenisme, to a complyance with the world, who turn from God to the world, from truth to error, from pure worship to Idolatry and Superstition, from a holy Conversation to profaneness, looseness and libertenisme, to a compliance with the world, q-crq vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 701
13904 and a symbolizing with them in their lusts and wickednesse. This abominable apostacy is a fruit of hypocrisie, Hypocrites turne only their faces to God, and a symbolizing with them in their Lustiest and wickedness. This abominable apostasy is a fruit of hypocrisy, Hypocrites turn only their faces to God, cc dt n-vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n1. d j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, n2 vvb av-j po32 n2 p-acp np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 701
13905 and Apostates turne their backes upon him, or, turn back from him. And all they who turn only their faces unto God, will for their owne advantage, and Apostates turn their backs upon him, or, turn back from him. And all they who turn only their faces unto God, will for their own advantage, cc n2 vvb po32 n2 p-acp pno31, cc, vvb av p-acp pno31. cc d pns32 r-crq vvb av-j po32 n2 p-acp np1, vmb p-acp po32 d n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 701
13906 or to save themselves turn their backs upon him. Hypocrites when put to it, when the storme comes, ever prove Apostates. or to save themselves turn their backs upon him. Hypocrites when put to it, when the storm comes, ever prove Apostates. cc pc-acp vvi px32 vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno31. n2 c-crq vvn p-acp pn31, c-crq dt n1 vvz, av vvb n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2294 Page 701
13907 Secondly, There is a turning from God found even in the best followers of God; Secondly, There is a turning from God found even in the best followers of God; ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg p-acp np1 vvd av p-acp dt js n2 pp-f np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2295 Page 701
13908 who is there among the Saints on earth that keepes constant un-interrupted communion with God? The least degree of inordinate letting downe or turning the heart to the creature, is, a degree of turning back from God. who is there among the Saints on earth that keeps constant uninterrupted communion with God? The least degree of inordinate letting down or turning the heart to the creature, is, a degree of turning back from God. r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1 cst vvz j j n1 p-acp np1? dt ds n1 pp-f j vvg a-acp cc vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz, dt n1 pp-f vvg av p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2295 Page 701
13909 As holiness is our motion toward God, and to act holyly is to keep the eye of the soule alwayes upon God; As holiness is our motion towards God, and to act holily is to keep the eye of the soul always upon God; p-acp n1 vbz po12 n1 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2295 Page 701
13910 so, unholiness, is an aversion from God. so, unholiness, is an aversion from God. av, n1, vbz dt n1 p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2295 Page 701
13911 David did not say, nor could he say (though as holy a man as lived) that he had never turned from God; David did not say, nor could he say (though as holy a man as lived) that he had never turned from God; np1 vdd xx vvi, ccx vmd pns31 vvi (cs p-acp j dt n1 c-acp vvn) cst pns31 vhd av-x vvn p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2295 Page 701
13912 he could only say that he had not wickedly departed from God (Psal: 18.21.) he could only say that he had not wickedly departed from God (Psalm: 18.21.) pns31 vmd av-j vvi cst pns31 vhd xx av-j vvd p-acp np1 (np1: crd.) (32) chapter (DIV2) 2295 Page 701
13913 Thirdly, There is a turning back from God, proper to all unregenerate persons, whether they be such as are civilly honest and possibly such as doe not decline the outside of that religion wherein they were borne and bred; Thirdly, There is a turning back from God, proper to all unregenerate Persons, whither they be such as Are civilly honest and possibly such as do not decline the outside of that Religion wherein they were born and bred; ord, pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg av p-acp np1, j p-acp d j n2, cs pns32 vbb d c-acp vbr av-j j cc av-j d c-acp vdb xx vvi dt n1-an pp-f d n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 701
13914 or such as are flagitious in their lives and wayes, scorning to own religion, and being even ashamed of the wayes of God. or such as Are flagitious in their lives and ways, scorning to own Religion, and being even ashamed of the ways of God. cc d c-acp vbr j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, vvg p-acp d n1, cc vbg av j pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 701
13915 These may be sayd to turn back from God, because they have many calls to God, These may be said to turn back from God, Because they have many calls to God, np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vhb d vvz p-acp np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 701
13916 and are invited to come unto him; and Are invited to come unto him; cc vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 701
13917 which yet they either neglect and mind not at all, or refuse and reject, and so thrust away God from them; which yet they either neglect and mind not At all, or refuse and reject, and so thrust away God from them; r-crq av pns32 d n1 cc n1 xx p-acp d, cc vvi cc vvi, cc av vvd av np1 p-acp pno32; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 701
13918 and when the light comes, they love darkness rather then light, because their deeds are evill (Joh: 3.19.) Such were they of whom Job spake ( Chap: 21.14.) They say to God depart from us: and when the Light comes, they love darkness rather then Light, Because their Deeds Are evil (John: 3.19.) Such were they of whom Job spoke (Chap: 21.14.) They say to God depart from us: cc c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns32 vvb n1 av-c cs vvi, c-acp po32 n2 vbr j-jn (np1: crd.) d vbdr pns32 pp-f r-crq np1 vvd (n1: crd.) pns32 vvb p-acp np1 vvb p-acp pno12: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 701
13919 he doth not intend it of Apostates in a strict notion, who once made profession of godliness; he does not intend it of Apostates in a strict notion, who once made profession of godliness; pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq a-acp vvd n1 pp-f n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 701
13920 but he speakes of common and prophane persons, who have no mind at all to obey or walk with God, but he speaks of Common and profane Persons, who have no mind At all to obey or walk with God, cc-acp pns31 vvz pp-f j cc j n2, r-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 701
13921 but mind only the fullfilling of their lusts, or the affayres of this present life; and so their whole life is nothing else but a turning from God. but mind only the fulfilling of their Lustiest, or the affairs of this present life; and so their Whole life is nothing Else but a turning from God. cc-acp n1 av-j dt j-vvg pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f d j n1; cc av po32 j-jn n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt n-vvg p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13922 Thus the vulgar translation renders the text with a good significancy, though not with a clearness to the Hebrew; Thus the Vulgar Translation renders the text with a good significancy, though not with a clearness to the Hebrew; av dt j n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cs xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt njp; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13923 who have purposely turned from God; who have purposely turned from God; r-crq vhb av vvn p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13924 distinguishing them from those who through dayly Infirmity turn from God, as the best of his people do; distinguishing them from those who through daily Infirmity turn from God, as the best of his people do; vvg pno32 p-acp d r-crq p-acp j n1 vvi p-acp np1, c-acp dt js pp-f po31 n1 vdb; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13925 whereas, these sin willingly, yea wilfully and resolvedly against God. whereas, these since willingly, yea wilfully and resolvedly against God. cs, d n1 av-j, uh av-j cc av-vvn p-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13926 I conceive, the words of Elihu in this text are to be understood of turning from God in this third sence; I conceive, the words of Elihu in this text Are to be understood of turning from God in this third sense; pns11 vvb, dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f vvg p-acp np1 p-acp d ord n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13927 For he is not here speaking of those who were eminent professors before, and did Apostatize; For he is not Here speaking of those who were eminent professors before, and did Apostatise; c-acp pns31 vbz xx av vvg pp-f d r-crq vbdr j n2 a-acp, cc vdd vvi; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13928 much less of those that turn from God by dayly failings in duty, or some neglect of duty; much less of those that turn from God by daily failings in duty, or Some neglect of duty; av-d dc pp-f d cst vvb p-acp np1 p-acp j n2-vvg p-acp n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13929 but he is speaking of such, whose whole course of life is as a continued turning from God, themselves never having been wrought upon by the grace of conversion, or savingly turned to him. but he is speaking of such, whose Whole course of life is as a continued turning from God, themselves never having been wrought upon by the grace of conversion, or savingly turned to him. cc-acp pns31 vbz vvg pp-f d, rg-crq j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt j-vvn vvg p-acp np1, px32 av vhg vbn vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-vvg vvn p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13930 This third sort of turners back from God are most proper to the present text, This third sort of turners back from God Are most proper to the present text, d ord n1 pp-f ng1 n1 p-acp np1 vbr av-ds j p-acp dt j n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13931 though such also are within the reach and compasse of it, who doe wickedly after they have made faire pretensions to the best things. though such also Are within the reach and compass of it, who do wickedly After they have made fair pretensions to the best things. cs d av vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vdb av-j c-acp pns32 vhb vvn j n2 p-acp dt js n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13932 This is the reason why God striketh the mighty to destruction; They have turned back from God. This is the reason why God striketh the mighty to destruction; They have turned back from God. d vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz dt j p-acp n1; pns32 vhb vvn av p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13933 The reason being thus explicite and expresse, teacheth us, First. God never punisheth any man without cause. The reason being thus explicit and express, Teaches us, First. God never Punisheth any man without cause. dt n1 vbg av j cc j, vvz pno12, ord. np1 av-x vvz d n1 p-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2296 Page 702
13934 God doth not alwayes shew the cause why he punisheth this or that man, but he never punisheth any man without cause; God does not always show the cause why he Punisheth this or that man, but he never Punisheth any man without cause; np1 vdz xx av vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz d cc d n1, cc-acp pns31 av-x vvz d n1 p-acp n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2298 Page 702
13935 if he striketh, 'tis because men turn back from him, either by a plain apostacy from what they once professed, if he striketh, it's Because men turn back from him, either by a plain apostasy from what they once professed, cs pns31 vvz, pn31|vbz p-acp n2 vvb av p-acp pno31, av-d p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 a-acp vvd, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2298 Page 702
13936 or by a notorious course of impiety, refusing so much as to own his wayes or make profession. or by a notorious course of impiety, refusing so much as to own his ways or make profession. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvg av av-d c-acp p-acp d po31 n2 cc vvi n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2298 Page 702
13937 God electeth some, and passeth by others without respect to any thing in them; Jacob have I loved, and Esau have I hated; God Electeth Some, and passes by Others without respect to any thing in them; Jacob have I loved, and Esau have I hated; np1 vvz d, cc vvz p-acp n2-jn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno32; np1 vhb pns11 vvn, cc np1 vhb pns11 vvn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2298 Page 702
13938 God hath mercy on whom he will have mercy (Rom: 9.13, 15.) thus, I say, God electeth us without respect to any good in us; God hath mercy on whom he will have mercy (Rom: 9.13, 15.) thus, I say, God Electeth us without respect to any good in us; np1 vhz n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1 (np1: crd, crd) av, pns11 vvb, np1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp d j p-acp pno12; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2298 Page 702
13939 but God never striketh or punisheth us, but with respect to some evill in us or done by us. Secondly, Note. but God never striketh or Punisheth us, but with respect to Some evil in us or done by us. Secondly, Note. cc-acp np1 av-x vvz cc vvz pno12, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d n-jn p-acp pno12 cc vdn p-acp pno12. ord, n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2298 Page 702
13940 It is the duty of all men to follow after God. It is the duty of all men to follow After God. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2299 Page 702
13941 To follow God in his way, and to propose God as our end, containe the summe of all duty. To follow God in his Way, and to propose God as our end, contain the sum of all duty. pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po12 n1, vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13942 That, God hath made man and given him a being, that, he placed man in the highest forme of his visible creation, should draw man after him. That, God hath made man and given him a being, that, he placed man in the highest Form of his visible creation, should draw man After him. cst, np1 vhz vvn n1 cc vvn pno31 dt n1, cst, pns31 vvd n1 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vmd vvi n1 p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13943 We ought to follow God because we are his creatures, because we have our all from him, We ought to follow God Because we Are his creatures, Because we have our all from him, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi np1 c-acp pns12 vbr po31 n2, c-acp pns12 vhb po12 d p-acp pno31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13944 or because in him we live, and move, and have our being, as the Apostle speakes of mankind in generall, or Because in him we live, and move, and have our being, as the Apostle speaks of mankind in general, cc c-acp p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, cc vvi, cc vhb po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13945 even of the heathens ( Acts 17.28.) And forasmuch as we are his off-spring (v. 29.) our hearts should spring, even of the Heathens (Acts 17.28.) And forasmuch as we Are his offspring (v. 29.) our hearts should spring, av pp-f dt n2-jn (vvz crd.) cc av c-acp pns12 vbr po31 n1 (n1 crd) po12 n2 vmd vvi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13946 or rise up to him in love and thankfullness; as the rivers, because they come from the Sea, goe back thither: or rise up to him in love and thankfulness; as the Rivers, Because they come from the Sea, go back thither: cc vvb a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1; c-acp dt n2, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb av av: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13947 so we being the off-spring of God, and derived from him, should be alwayes returning to him. This nature tells us; so we being the offspring of God, and derived from him, should be always returning to him. This nature tells us; av pns12 vbg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvn p-acp pno31, vmd vbi av vvg p-acp pno31. d n1 vvz pno12; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13948 And therefore the Apostle saith ( Acts 17.27.) God hath made of one blood all nations of men, that they should seek after him, &c. The light of nature, And Therefore the Apostle Says (Acts 17.27.) God hath made of one blood all Nations of men, that they should seek After him, etc. The Light of nature, cc av dt n1 vvz (np1 crd.) np1 vhz vvn pp-f crd n1 d n2 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, av dt n1 pp-f n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13949 though dim and dark, shews that a man should feele after God, as a man in the dark doth after his way. though dim and dark, shows that a man should feel After God, as a man in the dark does After his Way. cs j cc j, vvz cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j vdz p-acp po31 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13950 And if all men ought to follow God, because they have their naturall life and breath from him; And if all men ought to follow God, Because they have their natural life and breath from him; cc cs d n2 vmd pc-acp vvi np1, c-acp pns32 vhb po32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13951 much more should believers, who have a new, a spirituall life breathed into them, and bestowed upon them, be alwayes following after God; much more should believers, who have a new, a spiritual life breathed into them, and bestowed upon them, be always following After God; av-d dc vmd n2, r-crq vhb dt j, dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvn p-acp pno32, vbb av vvg p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13952 And the truth is, where true faith, or the life of grace is, that soule cannot live without dayly returnings back to and breathings after God, And the truth is, where true faith, or the life of grace is, that soul cannot live without daily returnings back to and breathings After God, cc dt n1 vbz, c-crq j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz, cst n1 vmbx vvi p-acp j n2-vvg av p-acp cc n2-vvg p-acp np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13953 even as meere carnal men, who are alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, are dayly turning back from him. Hence thirdly, Note. even as mere carnal men, who Are alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, Are daily turning back from him. Hence Thirdly, Note. av c-acp j j n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, vbr av-j vvg av p-acp pno31. av ord, n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2300 Page 703
13954 The whole life of every unconverted soule, and notorious sinner, is a turning from God. They who set their faces sin-ward, turn their backs God-ward. The Whole life of every unconverted soul, and notorious sinner, is a turning from God. They who Set their faces Sinward, turn their backs Godward. dt j-jn n1 pp-f d vvn n1, cc j n1, vbz dt vvg p-acp np1. pns32 r-crq vvb po32 n2 n1, vvb po32 n2 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2301 Page 703
13955 They who pursue their lusts, their covetous, their ambitious purposes, they who gratifie the flesh, their pride, their luxury, their wantonness, their malice, what doe any of them, what doe all of them, They who pursue their Lustiest, their covetous, their ambitious Purposes, they who gratify the Flesh, their pride, their luxury, their wantonness, their malice, what do any of them, what do all of them, pns32 r-crq vvb po32 n2, po32 j, po32 j n2, pns32 r-crq vvi dt n1, po32 n1, po32 n1, po32 n1, po32 n1, q-crq vdb d pp-f pno32, q-crq vdb d pp-f pno32, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 703
13956 but turn back from God? The best of Saints have their turnings from God, but they doe not make it their business to turn from him; but turn back from God? The best of Saints have their turnings from God, but they do not make it their business to turn from him; cc-acp vvb av p-acp np1? dt js pp-f n2 vhb po32 n2-vvg p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 703
13957 their business is, to draw near, to keep close to God, to keep as it were in his eye; their business is, to draw near, to keep close to God, to keep as it were in his eye; po32 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi av-j, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp po31 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 703
13958 but as for the naturall man and gross sinner, his business is a departing from God ( Heb: 3.12.) Take heed (saith the Apostle) lest there be in any of you an evill heart of unbelief in departing from the living God. but as for the natural man and gross sinner, his business is a departing from God (Hebrew: 3.12.) Take heed (Says the Apostle) lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief in departing from the living God. cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1, po31 n1 vbz dt vvg p-acp np1 (n1: crd.) vvb n1 (vvz dt n1) n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp d pp-f pn22 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j-vvg np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 703
13959 He gives Caution to the Church, search your selves, lest there be found in any of you an evill heart of unbelief, &c. Where unbelief remaines in any measure unmortified, it may quickly doe a great deale of mischiefe. He gives Caution to the Church, search your selves, lest there be found in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, etc. Where unbelief remains in any measure unmortified, it may quickly do a great deal of mischief. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb po22 n2, cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f pn22 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, av q-crq n1 vvz p-acp d n1 vvn, pn31 vmb av-j vdi dt j n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13960 And where it remaines in full power or altogether unmortified, it doth all manner of mischiefe. And where it remains in full power or altogether unmortified, it does all manner of mischief. cc c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp j n1 cc av vvn, pn31 vdz d n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13961 All which is wrapt up in that one word, a departure from the living God. Unbelief is the root of Apostacy; All which is wrapped up in that one word, a departure from the living God. Unbelief is the root of Apostasy; av-d r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d crd n1, dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg np1. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13962 The reason why sinners turn from God, is, because they give no Credit to the word of God; The reason why Sinners turn from God, is, Because they give no Credit to the word of God; dt n1 c-crq n2 vvb p-acp np1, vbz, c-acp pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13963 they are not perswaded God is such a one as he hath declared himselfe to be, they Are not persuaded God is such a one as he hath declared himself to be, pns32 vbr xx vvn np1 vbz d dt crd c-acp pns31 vhz vvn px31 pc-acp vbi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13964 and will either doe that for the obedient which he hath promised, or that against the rebellious which he hath threatned. and will either do that for the obedient which he hath promised, or that against the rebellious which he hath threatened. cc vmb d vdb cst p-acp dt j r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc cst p-acp dt j r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13965 They who believe not in God cannot but depart from God; And therefore the life of an unbeliever is a continuall departure from God. They who believe not in God cannot but depart from God; And Therefore the life of an unbeliever is a continual departure from God. pns32 r-crq vvb xx p-acp np1 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp np1; cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13966 He sets out with his back upon God; the very first step he takes into the world is from God. He sets out with his back upon God; the very First step he Takes into the world is from God. pns31 vvz av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1; dt av ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13967 As soon as we are borne we naturally goe astray speaking lyes; As soon as we Are born we naturally go astray speaking lies; p-acp av c-acp pns12 vbr vvn pns12 av-j vvb av vvg n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13968 we are ever out of our way, till we look toward God, and ayme at him; we Are ever out of our Way, till we look towards God, and aim At him; pns12 vbr av av pp-f po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13969 which we never doe, till he by his mighty power changeth our hearts, turneth our course, which we never do, till he by his mighty power changes our hearts, turns our course, r-crq pns12 av-x vdb, c-acp pns31 p-acp po31 j n1 vvz po12 n2, vvz po12 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13970 and bringeth us home to himselfe. and brings us home to himself. cc vvz pno12 n1-an p-acp px31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2302 Page 704
13971 Further, Consider, how did these mighty men turn back from God? they might say, where did we see God? where did God appeare to us? that we are thus charged with turning back from him? I answer; Further, Consider, how did these mighty men turn back from God? they might say, where did we see God? where did God appear to us? that we Are thus charged with turning back from him? I answer; jc, vvb, q-crq vdd d j n2 vvb av p-acp np1? pns32 vmd vvi, q-crq vdd pns12 vvi np1? q-crq vdd np1 vvi p-acp pno12? cst pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp vvg av p-acp pno31? pns11 vvb; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2303 Page 704
13972 First, God manifests himselfe to man in his workes, or in his providences. First, God manifests himself to man in his works, or in his providences. ord, np1 vvz px31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2304 Page 704
13973 Secondly, He manifests himselfe in every part of his word, especially in his Commands, in his promises, and in his threatenings; Secondly, He manifests himself in every part of his word, especially in his Commands, in his promises, and in his threatenings; ord, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-j p-acp po31 vvz, p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp po31 n2-vvg; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2304 Page 704
13974 in his Commands, he manifests himselfe a holy God; in his promises, a gracious and bountifull God; in his Commands, he manifests himself a holy God; in his promises, a gracious and bountiful God; p-acp po31 vvz, pns31 vvz px31 dt j np1; p-acp po31 n2, dt j cc j np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2304 Page 704
13975 in his threatenings, a just and righteous God, who will neither do wrong nor suffer himselfe to be wronged. in his threatenings, a just and righteous God, who will neither do wrong nor suffer himself to be wronged. p-acp po31 n2-vvg, dt j cc j np1, r-crq vmb av-dx vdb vvi ccx vvi px31 pc-acp vbi vvn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2304 Page 704
13976 The Septuagint make this Exposition the text, translating these words of Elihu, thus; Because they have turned from the Law of God. Hence note. The septuagint make this Exposition the text, translating these words of Elihu, thus; Because they have turned from the Law of God. Hence note. dt n1 vvb d n1 dt n1, n-vvg d n2 pp-f np1, av; c-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2304 Page 704
13977 They who turn from the word of God, turn back from God. They who turn from the word of God, turn back from God. pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb av p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2305 Page 704
13978 When a Command comes, if you slight the authority and obligation of it, you turn back from God; When a Command comes, if you slight the Authority and obligation of it, you turn back from God; c-crq dt n1 vvz, cs pn22 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, pn22 vvb av p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2306 Page 704
13979 when a promise comes, if you doe not believe the truth of it, and hope for the good of it, you turn back from God; when a promise comes, if you do not believe the truth of it, and hope for the good of it, you turn back from God; c-crq dt n1 vvz, cs pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvb p-acp dt j pp-f pn31, pn22 vvb av p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2306 Page 704
13980 look what of the mind of God is manifested to you in the dispensation of the word, look what of the mind of God is manifested to you in the Dispensation of the word, vvb r-crq pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2306 Page 705
13981 if you doe not obedientially close with it, you neglect to close with God himselfe, and while you turn from it, you turn from God himselfe. if you do not Obediently close with it, you neglect to close with God himself, and while you turn from it, you turn from God himself. cs pn22 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp pn31, pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 px31, cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, pn22 vvb p-acp np1 px31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2306 Page 705
14000 To keep close to God is both a holy and a comfortable life; 'Tis the perfection of Saints to walk with God: To keep close to God is both a holy and a comfortable life; It's the perfection of Saints to walk with God: pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1 vbz d dt j cc dt j n1; pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
13982 Thus the Apostle speakes concerning back-sliders (2 Pet: 2.20, 21.) If after they have escaped the pollutions of the world, through the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ they are againe entangled therein and overcome, the latter end is worse with them then the beginning. Thus the Apostle speaks Concerning backsliders (2 Pet: 2.20, 21.) If After they have escaped the pollutions of the world, through the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ they Are again entangled therein and overcome, the latter end is Worse with them then the beginning. av dt n1 vvz vvg j (crd n1: crd, crd) cs a-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1 pns32 vbr av vvn av cc vvn, dt d n1 vbz jc p-acp pno32 av dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2306 Page 705
13983 For it had been better for them not to have knowne the way of God, then after they have knowne it, to turn from the holy commandement delivered unto them; For it had been better for them not to have known the Way of God, then After they have known it, to turn from the holy Commandment Delivered unto them; p-acp pn31 vhd vbn jc p-acp pno32 xx pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, av c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2306 Page 705
13984 so that, a turning from the Commandement of God, is a turning from God himselfe; so that, a turning from the Commandment of God, is a turning from God himself; av cst, dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt vvg p-acp np1 px31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2306 Page 705
13985 He turneth back from the holy commanding God, who turneth back from the holy commandement of God, He turns back from the holy commanding God, who turns back from the holy Commandment of God, pns31 vvz av p-acp dt j j-vvg np1, r-crq vvz av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2306 Page 705
13986 and he turneth back from the God of the promise, who turneth back from the promise of God. Fifthly, Note. and he turns back from the God of the promise, who turns back from the promise of God. Fifthly, Note. cc pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. ord, n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2306 Page 705
13987 As it is exceeding sinfull to turn back from God, so they who doe so, grow every day more and more sinful. As it is exceeding sinful to turn back from God, so they who do so, grow every day more and more sinful. p-acp pn31 vbz av-vvg j pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1, av pns32 r-crq vdb av, vvb d n1 av-dc cc av-dc j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2307 Page 705
13988 If a man be once upon a course of back-sliding and Apostatizing from the commands and promises of God, he will find himselfe worse and worse day after day; If a man be once upon a course of backsliding and Apostatizing from the commands and promises of God, he will find himself Worse and Worse day After day; cs dt n1 vbb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi px31 av-jc cc jc n1 p-acp n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13989 for still the further from God any man goeth, the more vaine he groweth; and the more doth lust get a hand over him. for still the further from God any man Goes, the more vain he grows; and the more does lust get a hand over him. c-acp av dt jc p-acp np1 d n1 vvz, dt av-dc j pns31 vvz; cc dt av-dc vdz n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13990 As unbeliefe is the roote of Apostacy from God, so Apostacy encreaseth all that wickednesse which is in man. As unbelief is the root of Apostasy from God, so Apostasy increases all that wickedness which is in man. p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, av n1 vvz d cst n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13991 As the cause of all evill, whether of punishment or of sin, is our departure and turning from God; As the cause of all evil, whither of punishment or of since, is our departure and turning from God; p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n-jn, cs pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1, vbz po12 n1 cc vvg p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13992 so the very nature of sin is a turning from God; so the very nature of since is a turning from God; av dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt vvg p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13993 and therefore the more we turne from God, the more sinfull and the fuller of sin we are. and Therefore the more we turn from God, the more sinful and the fuller of since we Are. cc av dt av-dc pns12 vvb p-acp np1, dt av-dc j cc dt jc pp-f n1 pns12 vbr. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13994 As the neerer we come to God, the more holy and spirituall and heavenly we are ( while we with open face as in a glasse (saith the Apostle, 2 Cor: 3.18.) Behold the glory of God (that is, As the nearer we come to God, the more holy and spiritual and heavenly we Are (while we with open face as in a glass (Says the Apostle, 2 Cor: 3.18.) Behold the glory of God (that is, p-acp dt jc pns12 vvb p-acp np1, dt av-dc j cc j cc j pns12 vbr (n1 pns12 p-acp j n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 (vvz dt n1, crd fw-la: crd.) vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 (cst vbz, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13995 while we draw neere to him in his holy ordinances) we are changed into the same image, that is, we become more like to God) so the more we keep at a distance from God, the more unlike we are to him, that is, the more unholy we are. while we draw near to him in his holy ordinances) we Are changed into the same image, that is, we become more like to God) so the more we keep At a distance from God, the more unlike we Are to him, that is, the more unholy we Are. cs pns12 vvb av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 j n2) pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1, cst vbz, pns12 vvb av-dc av-j p-acp np1) av dt av-dc pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, dt av-dc j pns12 vbr p-acp pno31, cst vbz, dt av-dc j pns12 vbr. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13996 And as persons unconverted, or in an unholy state, are wholly alienated from the life of God, And as Persons unconverted, or in an unholy state, Are wholly alienated from the life of God, cc c-acp n2 vvn, cc p-acp dt j n1, vbr av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13997 and cannot endure to come neere him; so it is in a degree by any of our withdrawings or turnings from him: and cannot endure to come near him; so it is in a degree by any of our withdrawings or turnings from him: cc vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi av-j pno31; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d pp-f po12 n2-vvg cc n2-vvg p-acp pno31: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 705
13998 we are made more unholy, and are changed more into the image of those carnal and earthly things which we behold, we Are made more unholy, and Are changed more into the image of those carnal and earthly things which we behold, pns12 vbr vvn av-dc j, cc vbr vvn av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n2 r-crq pns12 vvb, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 706
13999 and with which we over-intimately converse in the time of those withdrawings. Lastly, Note. A holy life consists in following of and keeping close to God. and with which we over-intimately converse in the time of those withdrawings. Lastly, Note. A holy life consists in following of and keeping close to God. cc p-acp r-crq pns12 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2-vvg. ord, n1. dt j n1 vvz p-acp vvg pp-f cc vvg av-j p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2308 Page 706
14001 Enoch walked with God, and that was his holiness ( Gen: 5.24.) Caleb followed God fully, and that was his holiness. Enoch walked with God, and that was his holiness (Gen: 5.24.) Caleb followed God Fully, and that was his holiness. np1 vvd p-acp np1, cc cst vbds po31 n1 (np1: crd.) np1 vvd np1 av-j, cc d vbds po31 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14002 A spirituall life, is nothing else but our following God. The most religious worship of God is to imitate whom we worship. A spiritual life, is nothing Else but our following God. The most religious worship of God is to imitate whom we worship. dt j n1, vbz pix av p-acp po12 j-vvg np1. dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vvb. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14003 And our imitation of God is our following of God, no man can imitate any thing but when his eye is upon its pattern, And our imitation of God is our following of God, no man can imitate any thing but when his eye is upon its pattern, cc po12 n1 pp-f np1 vbz po12 vvg pp-f np1, dx n1 vmb vvi d n1 cc-acp c-crq po31 n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14004 or the Idaea of it abides in his mind. or the Idaea of it abides in his mind. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp po31 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14005 And therefore it is sayd of the ungodly man ( Psal: 10.4.) God is not in all his thoughts (then followeth, v. 5.) his wayes are alwayes grievous. And Therefore it is said of the ungodly man (Psalm: 10.4.) God is not in all his thoughts (then follows, v. 5.) his ways Are always grievous. cc av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1 (np1: crd.) np1 vbz xx p-acp d po31 n2 (av vvz, n1 crd) po31 n2 vbr av j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14006 If God be not in the thoughts of a man, nothing of God is stampt upon the wayes of that man. If God be not in the thoughts of a man, nothing of God is stamped upon the ways of that man. cs np1 vbb xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pix pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14007 In vaine are we called Christians, unless we keep close to Christ, and in vaine doe any pretend to godliness, unless they walke with God. In vain Are we called Christians, unless we keep close to christ, and in vain do any pretend to godliness, unless they walk with God. p-acp j vbr pns12 vvn np1, cs pns12 vvb av-j p-acp np1, cc p-acp j vdb d vvi p-acp n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14008 Jesus Christ hath called himselfe the way (Joh 14.6.) chiefly upon this account, jesus christ hath called himself the Way (John 14.6.) chiefly upon this account, np1 np1 vhz vvn px31 dt n1 (np1 crd.) av-jn p-acp d n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14009 because by him we goe to the Father, and have acceptance with God by the grace of Justification; Because by him we go to the Father, and have acceptance with God by the grace of Justification; c-acp p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vhb n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14010 but Jesus Christ is the way also, of our Sanctification; but jesus christ is the Way also, of our Sanctification; cc-acp np1 np1 vbz dt n1 av, pp-f po12 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14011 we must walke in him, and as he walked (1 Joh: 2.6.) that we may be holy: we must walk in him, and as he walked (1 John: 2.6.) that we may be holy: pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc c-acp pns31 vvd (vvd np1: crd.) cst pns12 vmb vbi j: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14012 every departure from God lets the heart loose to sin. every departure from God lets the heart lose to since. d n1 p-acp np1 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14013 That which shall maintaine the Saints holiness to Eternity, is, They shall alwayes behold the face of God; That which shall maintain the Saints holiness to Eternity, is, They shall always behold the face of God; d r-crq vmb vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1, vbz, pns32 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14014 they shall never turn back from God, they shall never be taken off one moment from the actuall vision, enjoyment and contemplation of God in glory; they shall never turn back from God, they shall never be taken off one moment from the actual vision, enjoyment and contemplation of God in glory; pns32 vmb av-x vvi av p-acp np1, pns32 vmb av-x vbi vvn a-acp crd n1 p-acp dt j n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14015 therefore they shall never be taken off from actuall holiness and purity, now in proportion, Therefore they shall never be taken off from actual holiness and purity, now in proportion, av pns32 vmb av-x vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j n1 cc n1, av p-acp n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14016 as we keep our hearts and spirits steady upon God, and doe not turn back from him, such is our holiness in this life; as we keep our hearts and spirits steady upon God, and do not turn back from him, such is our holiness in this life; c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2 cc n2 j p-acp np1, cc vdb xx vvi av p-acp pno31, d vbz po12 n1 p-acp d n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14017 and as our holiness is, such will our comfort and peace and joy be in this life. and as our holiness is, such will our Comfort and peace and joy be in this life. cc c-acp po12 n1 vbz, d vmb po12 n1 cc n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp d n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14018 For as because when we arrive at glory, we shall never turn back from God, much less turn our back's upon him, For as Because when we arrive At glory, we shall never turn back from God, much less turn our back's upon him, p-acp a-acp c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pns12 vmb av-x vvi av p-acp np1, av-d av-dc vvi po12 n1|vbz p-acp pno31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14019 therefore in glory there is fullness of Joy, and pleasure for evermore; Therefore in glory there is fullness of Joy, and pleasure for evermore; av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp av; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14020 so the neerer we keep to God, and the closer we walke with him in this life, the fuller and more lasting will our joyes and pleasures be. so the nearer we keep to God, and the closer we walk with him in this life, the fuller and more lasting will our Joys and pleasures be. av dt jc pns12 vvb p-acp np1, cc dt jc pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, dt jc cc av-dc j-vvg n1 po12 n2 cc n2 vbi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2310 Page 706
14021 As in this former part of the 27th verse, we have had the first cause opened why God striketh the mighty as wicked men in the open sight of others, As in this former part of the 27th verse, we have had the First cause opened why God striketh the mighty as wicked men in the open sighed of Others, p-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt ord n1, pns12 vhb vhn dt ord n1 vvd c-crq np1 vvz dt j c-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2311 Page 707
14022 namely, their apostacy from God, Because they turned back from him. namely, their apostasy from God, Because they turned back from him. av, po32 n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vvd av p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2311 Page 707
14023 So in the latter part of this verse we have another reason assigned why God doth it, So in the latter part of this verse we have Another reason assigned why God does it, av p-acp dt d n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vhb j-jn n1 vvn c-crq np1 vdz pn31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2311 Page 707
14024 and that is, because They would not Consider any of his wayes. and that is, Because They would not Consider any of his ways. cc d vbz, c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2311 Page 707
14025 The word which we render Consider, signifies also to understand or know, which is an act precedent to consideration; Consideration is a contemplative act; The word which we render Consider, signifies also to understand or know, which is an act precedent to consideration; Consideration is a contemplative act; dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvi, vvz av p-acp vvb cc vvb, r-crq vbz dt n1 n1 p-acp n1; n1 vbz dt j n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2312 Page 707
14026 by consideration we become more knowing, but we cannot consider any thing till we have some understanding or knowledge of it. by consideration we become more knowing, but we cannot Consider any thing till we have Some understanding or knowledge of it. p-acp n1 pns12 vvb av-dc vvg, cc-acp pns12 vmbx vvi d n1 c-acp pns12 vhb d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2312 Page 707
14027 And this word is often (in another Conjugation) used in the title of some speciall Psalmes. And this word is often (in Another Conjugation) used in the title of Some special Psalms. cc d n1 vbz av (p-acp j-jn n1) vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2312 Page 707
14028 The 32d Psalme, as also the 42d Psalme, is called Maschil, as much as to say, a teaching, or an instructing Psalme, a Psalme giving understanding and requiring deep and serious consideration. The 32d Psalm, as also the 42d Psalm, is called Maschil, as much as to say, a teaching, or an instructing Psalm, a Psalm giving understanding and requiring deep and serious consideration. dt crd n1, c-acp av dt crd n1, vbz vvn np1, p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, dt n-vvg, cc dt vvg n1, dt n1 vvg n1 cc vvg j-jn cc j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2312 Page 707
14029 Thus in the text, they would not consider, nor understand, nor know, nor contemplate any of his wayes. Thus in the text, they would not Consider, nor understand, nor know, nor contemplate any of his ways. av p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi, ccx vvi, ccx vvi, ccx vvi d pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2312 Page 707
14030 The Hebrew is, all his wayes; that is, none at all of them. The wayes of God in Scripture are taken in a two-fold notion; The Hebrew is, all his ways; that is, none At all of them. The ways of God in Scripture Are taken in a twofold notion; dt njp vbz, d po31 n2; cst vbz, pix p-acp d pp-f pno32. dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14031 First, for those wherein he would have us walk; such are the wayes of his commandements: First, for those wherein he would have us walk; such Are the ways of his Commandments: ord, c-acp d c-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vvi; d vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n2: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14032 they are called the wayes of God, because he directs us to walke in them. they Are called the ways of God, Because he directs us to walk in them. pns32 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14033 A holy life consists in our walking with God, and we cannot walke with God any further, A holy life consists in our walking with God, and we cannot walk with God any further, dt j n1 vvz p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp np1, cc pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp np1 d av-jc, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14034 or any longer, then we keep in the wayes of his commandements. or any longer, then we keep in the ways of his Commandments. cc d jc, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14035 It is sayd of the children of Israel, after the death of Joshua (Judg: 2.17.) they turned quickly out of the way, which their fathers walked in, obeying the commandements of the Lord; but they did not so. It is said of the children of Israel, After the death of joshua (Judge: 2.17.) they turned quickly out of the Way, which their Father's walked in, obeying the Commandments of the Lord; but they did not so. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (n1: crd.) pns32 vvd av-j av pp-f dt n1, r-crq po32 n2 vvd p-acp, vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1; cc-acp pns32 vdd xx av. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14036 To obey the commandements, is to walke in the way of them. To obey the Commandments, is to walk in the Way of them. pc-acp vvi dt n2, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14037 Taking the wayes of God in this sence, when Elihu saith, They would not consider any of his wayes, his meaning is, they did not intend nor had any heart to set themselves to learne the mind of God revealed in his word concerning their duty, Taking the ways of God in this sense, when Elihu Says, They would not Consider any of his ways, his meaning is, they did not intend nor had any heart to Set themselves to Learn the mind of God revealed in his word Concerning their duty, vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, c-crq np1 vvz, pns32 vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2, po31 n1 vbz, pns32 vdd xx vvi ccx vhd d n1 pc-acp vvi px32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 vvg po32 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14038 or what they ought to doe; they know not the wayes of God practically. or what they ought to do; they know not the ways of God practically. cc r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi; pns32 vvb xx dt n2 pp-f np1 av-j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14039 The word properly denotes the wisdome and prudence, which stayeth not in notion, but proceeds to action. The word properly denotes the Wisdom and prudence, which stays not in notion, but proceeds to actium. dt n1 av-j vvz dt n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz xx p-acp n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 707
14040 These men lived as if they had never heard of, at least never understood the Law of God, which is the rule of life. These men lived as if they had never herd of, At least never understood the Law of God, which is the Rule of life. np1 n2 vvd c-acp cs pns32 vhd av-x vvn pp-f, p-acp ds av-x vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 708
14041 They considered not the wayes of God to walke in them, as Moses exhorted the people of Israel (Deut: 29.9.) Keep therefore the words of this covenant to doe them. Secondly; They considered not the ways of God to walk in them, as Moses exhorted the people of Israel (Deuteronomy: 29.9.) Keep Therefore the words of this Covenant to do them. Secondly; pns32 vvd xx dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 (n1: crd.) vvb av dt n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vdi pno32. ord; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2313 Page 708
14042 The wayes of God are those wherein himself walketh, the works of God are the wayes of God; The ways of God Are those wherein himself walks, the works of God Are the ways of God; dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr d q-crq px31 vvz, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14043 the works of his providence either in mercy or in judgement, either in doing good or in doing evil (that is, poenal evil) these are the wayes of God; the works of his providence either in mercy or in judgement, either in doing good or in doing evil (that is, penal evil) these Are the ways of God; dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, av-d p-acp vdg j cc p-acp vdg n-jn (d vbz, j n-jn) d vbr dt n2 pp-f np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14044 in these God shewes himself as in a way, in these he goeth forth in his power and goodness, in his mercy and justice. in these God shows himself as in a Way, in these he Goes forth in his power and Goodness, in his mercy and Justice. p-acp d np1 vvz px31 c-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp d pns31 vvz av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14045 All these divine glories and perfections are discovered in the works of God. All these divine Glories and perfections Are discovered in the works of God. av-d d j-jn n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14046 Thus David is to be understood when he saith ( Psal. 25.10.) All the wayes of God are mercy and truth, to them that fear him, and keep his Covenant; Thus David is to be understood when he Says (Psalm 25.10.) All the ways of God Are mercy and truth, to them that Fear him, and keep his Covenant; av np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn c-crq pns31 vvz (np1 crd.) d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr n1 cc n1, p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, cc vvi po31 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14047 that is, all the providential works of God are mercy and truth; that is, all the providential works of God Are mercy and truth; cst vbz, d dt j n2 pp-f np1 vbr n1 cc n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14048 though all of them are not mercy in the matter, or precisely taken as works done, though all of them Are not mercy in the matter, or precisely taken as works done, cs d pp-f pno32 vbr xx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp n2 vdn, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14049 though none of them are mercy, respecting some persons to whom they are done, for many of them are materially chastisements, afflictions, though none of them Are mercy, respecting Some Persons to whom they Are done, for many of them Are materially chastisements, afflictions, cs pix pp-f pno32 vbr n1, vvg d n2 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vdn, c-acp d pp-f pno32 vbr av-jn n2, n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14050 and crosses to good men, and all of them are wrath and judgement to evil and impenitently wicked men; and Crosses to good men, and all of them Are wrath and judgement to evil and impenitently wicked men; cc n2 p-acp j n2, cc d pp-f pno32 vbr j cc n1 p-acp j-jn cc av-jn j n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14051 yet they are all mercy in the issue or result of them to good men, or to those who fear God, and keep his covenants. yet they Are all mercy in the issue or result of them to good men, or to those who Fear God, and keep his Covenants. av pns32 vbr d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp d r-crq n1 np1, cc vvi po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14052 For whether he do good, or whether he do evil, whether he wounds, or whether he heals, all these providential wayes of God, are as truth in themselves, so mercy to his people; For whither he do good, or whither he do evil, whither he wounds, or whither he heals, all these providential ways of God, Are as truth in themselves, so mercy to his people; p-acp cs pns31 vvz j, cc cs pns31 vdi n-jn, cs pns31 vvz, cc cs pns31 vvz, d d j n2 pp-f np1, vbr p-acp n1 p-acp px32, av n1 p-acp po31 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14053 or, as the Apostle concludes ( Rom. 8.28.) They work together for good to them that love God, or, as the Apostle concludes (Rom. 8.28.) They work together for good to them that love God, cc, c-acp dt n1 vvz (np1 crd.) pns32 vvb av p-acp j p-acp pno32 cst vvb np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14054 and are the called according to his purpose. and Are the called according to his purpose. cc vbr dt vvd vvg p-acp po31 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14055 In both these sences we may expound this Text, They would not consider any of his wayes; In both these Senses we may expound this Text, They would not Consider any of his ways; p-acp d d n2 pns12 vmb vvi d n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14056 that is, they would neither consider the Lawes of God, which were the way wherein they should walk towards him, that is, they would neither Consider the Laws of God, which were the Way wherein they should walk towards him, cst vbz, pns32 vmd av-dx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbdr dt n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14057 nor would they consider the works of God, which are the wayes wherein himself walketh towards them. nor would they Consider the works of God, which Are the ways wherein himself walks towards them. ccx vmd pns32 vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr dt n2 c-crq px31 vvz p-acp pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14058 This was the spirit of that evil generation intended in this Scripture; they had not much understanding in, and less consideration of the wayes of God. This was the Spirit of that evil generation intended in this Scripture; they had not much understanding in, and less consideration of the ways of God. d vbds dt n1 pp-f cst j-jn n1 vvd p-acp d n1; pns32 vhd xx av-d vvg p-acp, cc dc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2314 Page 708
14059 Hence, first we may take notice, Elihu doth not say, they did not consider his wayes; Hence, First we may take notice, Elihu does not say, they did not Consider his ways; av, ord pns12 vmb vvi n1, np1 vdz xx vvi, pns32 vdd xx vvi po31 n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2315 Page 708
14060 but, they would not; It was not so much an act of carelesness and negligence as of contempt and rebellious resolution. Hence Observe. but, they would not; It was not so much an act of carelessness and negligence as of contempt and rebellious resolution. Hence Observe. p-acp, pns32 vmd xx; pn31 vbds xx av av-d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp pp-f n1 cc j n1. av vvb. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2315 Page 708
14061 Evil men have no will to consider or understand the good wayes of God; yea, their will is against such an understanding. Evil men have no will to Consider or understand the good ways of God; yea, their will is against such an understanding. av-jn n2 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1; uh, po32 n1 vbz p-acp d dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2316 Page 709
14062 A natural man liketh not to retain God in his knowledge, (Rom. 1.28.) Now, he that doth not like to retain God in his knowledge, A natural man liketh not to retain God in his knowledge, (Rom. 1.28.) Now, he that does not like to retain God in his knowledge, dt j n1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, (np1 crd.) av, pns31 cst vdz xx av-j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14084 and a conviction of that duty or conformity which we owe to it. and a conviction of that duty or conformity which we owe to it. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 710
14063 or had rather think of any thing then of God, he can never (while such) like to retain the wayes of God in his knowledge; or had rather think of any thing then of God, he can never (while such) like to retain the ways of God in his knowledge; cc vhd av-c vvb pp-f d n1 av pp-f np1, pns31 vmb av-x (cs d) vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14064 he that layeth God out of his thoughts, will much more lay the law of God out of his thoughts. he that Layeth God out of his thoughts, will much more lay the law of God out of his thoughts. pns31 cst vvz np1 av pp-f po31 n2, vmb av-d av-dc vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 av pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14065 The natural man hath not only a blindness in his minde, which hinders him from discerning the things of God, (they being discernable only by a spiritual eye) but he hath an obstinacy in his Will; The natural man hath not only a blindness in his mind, which hinders him from discerning the things of God, (they being discernible only by a spiritual eye) but he hath an obstinacy in his Will; dt j n1 vhz xx av-j dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, (pns32 vbg j av-j p-acp dt j n1) cc-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14066 or, he hath not only an inability to know, but an enmity against the knowledge of that which is spiritual: or, he hath not only an inability to know, but an enmity against the knowledge of that which is spiritual: cc, pns31 vhz xx av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz j: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14067 He shuts his eyes, and draws a curtain between himself and the light which is ready to dart in upon him; He shuts his eyes, and draws a curtain between himself and the Light which is ready to dart in upon him; pns31 vvz po31 n2, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp px31 cc dt n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14068 away with this light, saith he; away with this Light, Says he; av p-acp d n1, vvz pns31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14069 Thus he rebelleth against the light, and as his understanding is dark, so his affections are corrupt. Thus he rebelleth against the Light, and as his understanding is dark, so his affections Are corrupt. av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 vbz j, av po31 n2 vbr j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14070 Solomon gives us all this in the expostulations of wisdome with wicked men, ( Prov. 1.20, 21, 22.) Wisdome cryeth, &c. How long ye simple ones will ye love simplicity, Solomon gives us all this in the expostulations of Wisdom with wicked men, (Curae 1.20, 21, 22.) Wisdom Cries, etc. How long you simple ones will you love simplicity, np1 vvz pno12 d d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2, (np1 crd, crd, crd) n1 vvz, av c-crq av-j pn22 j pi2 vmb pn22 vvi n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14071 and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge? That which a man hateth, he hath no will, no minde to know. and the Scorner's delight in their scorning, and Fools hate knowledge? That which a man hates, he hath no will, no mind to know. cc dt ng1 n1 p-acp po32 vvg, cc n2 vvb n1? cst r-crq dt n1 vvz, pns31 vhz dx n1, dx n1 pc-acp vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14072 An impotency or inability unto God, argues a very sad condition, but a rebellion, a frowardness, a wilfulness against it, demonstrates a condition much more sad; an impotency or inability unto God, argues a very sad condition, but a rebellion, a frowardness, a wilfulness against it, demonstrates a condition much more sad; dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, vvz dt j j n1, cc-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 p-acp pn31, vvz dt n1 av-d av-dc j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14073 not to know because we have no means of knowledge, will make us miserable enough, not to know Because we have no means of knowledge, will make us miserable enough, xx pc-acp vvi c-acp pns12 vhb dx n2 pp-f n1, vmb vvi pno12 j av-d, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14074 but not to know because unwilling to receive, or because wilfully set against the means of knowledge, renders any mans condition most miserable. but not to know Because unwilling to receive, or Because wilfully Set against the means of knowledge, renders any men condition most miserable. cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi c-acp j pc-acp vvi, cc c-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvz d ng1 n1 av-ds j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14075 Such were these in the Text, They would not consider any of his wayes. Such were these in the Text, They would not Consider any of his ways. d vbdr d p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2317 Page 709
14076 Secondly, Elihu saith not, they did not know any of his wayes, or they knew not which way to go; Secondly, Elihu Says not, they did not know any of his ways, or they knew not which Way to go; ord, np1 vvz xx, pns32 vdd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2, cc pns32 vvd xx r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 709
14077 but they would not consider them. but they would not Consider them. cc-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 709
14078 There is no man but knowes some, yea many of the ways of God, that is, of those wayes wherein God would have him to walk; There is no man but knows Some, yea many of the ways of God, that is, of those ways wherein God would have him to walk; pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp vvz d, uh d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst vbz, pp-f d n2 c-crq np1 vmd vhi pno31 pc-acp vvi; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 709
14079 these wayes of God are written in the heart by nature, there is an impression of the Will of God upon every soul, these ways of God Are written in the heart by nature, there is an impression of the Will of God upon every soul, d n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 709
14080 though not such an impression or writing as grace maketh there (that's another kinde or manner of work) for, though not such an impression or writing as grace makes there (that's Another kind or manner of work) for, cs xx d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 vvz a-acp (cst|vbz j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1) c-acp, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 709
14081 when once through grace the Law of God is written in, and impressed upon the heart, when once through grace the Law of God is written in, and impressed upon the heart, c-crq a-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 709
14082 then the heart is suited to the Law, yea, the heart is not only conformed unto, then the heart is suited to the Law, yea, the heart is not only conformed unto, cs dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, uh, dt n1 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 710
14083 but transformed into the Law of God, whereas by nature the Law is written only so far as to give us the knowledge of the Law, but transformed into the Law of God, whereas by nature the Law is written only so Far as to give us the knowledge of the Law, cc-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz vvn av-j av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 710
14085 The men here intended by Elihu, knew the Law or wayes of God, by the light of a natural conscience, The men Here intended by Elihu, knew the Law or ways of God, by the Light of a natural conscience, dt n2 av vvn p-acp np1, vvd dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 710
14086 but not by the light of a renewed conscience, and therefore they would not consider any of his wayes, which is a farther description of the heart of man in a state of Nature. Hence Note. but not by the Light of a renewed conscience, and Therefore they would not Consider any of his ways, which is a farther description of the heart of man in a state of Nature. Hence Note. cc-acp xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, cc av pns32 vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2, r-crq vbz dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2318 Page 710
14087 That which a natural man knoweth of the will of God, he will not consider, unless it be to reject and turn from it. That which a natural man Knoweth of the will of God, he will not Consider, unless it be to reject and turn from it. d r-crq dt j n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb xx vvi, cs pn31 vbb pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2319 Page 710
14088 I (saith Wisdome, Prov. 1.24, 25.) have stretched out my hand, (as a Teacher doth to his hearers or disciples) and no man, (that is, no meer natural man) regarded, they set at nought my counsel, I (Says Wisdom, Curae 1.24, 25.) have stretched out my hand, (as a Teacher does to his hearers or Disciples) and no man, (that is, no mere natural man) regarded, they Set At nought my counsel, pns11 (vvz n1, np1 crd, crd) vhb vvn av po11 n1, (c-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2) cc dx n1, (cst vbz, dx j j n1) vvn, pns32 vvd p-acp pix po11 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2320 Page 710
14089 and would none of my reproof. and would none of my reproof. cc vmd pi pp-f po11 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2320 Page 710
14090 Let me say what I would, they would at most but give me the hearing, they would not consider it; Let me say what I would, they would At most but give me the hearing, they would not Consider it; vvb pno11 vvi r-crq pns11 vmd, pns32 vmd p-acp ds pc-acp vvi pno11 dt n-vvg, pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2320 Page 710
14091 though the light shined in upon them, and they could not chuse but see somthing, though the Light shined in upon them, and they could not choose but see something, cs dt n1 vvd p-acp p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vmd xx vvi cc-acp vvi pi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2320 Page 710
14092 yet they would not sit down and rowl it in their thoughts, and work it upon their hearts, to finde out the excellency of what they saw. yet they would not fit down and roll it in their thoughts, and work it upon their hearts, to find out the excellency of what they saw. av pns32 vmd xx vvi a-acp cc vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvd. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2320 Page 710
14093 It is a very great measure of sinfulnes not to know the wayes of God, It is a very great measure of sinfulness not to know the ways of God, pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pp-f n1 xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2320 Page 710
14094 but not to consider what we know, but lightly to pass it by, that is a greater measure of sinfulness. but not to Consider what we know, but lightly to pass it by, that is a greater measure of sinfulness. cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vvb, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp, cst vbz dt jc n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2320 Page 710
14095 Thirdly, comparing this assertion concerning wicked men, they would not consider any of his wayes, with their practice in the former part of the verse, they turned back from God, and with the effect of it in the verse following, they made the cry of the poor to come up to him, &c. Observe. Thirdly, comparing this assertion Concerning wicked men, they would not Consider any of his ways, with their practice in the former part of the verse, they turned back from God, and with the Effect of it in the verse following, they made the cry of the poor to come up to him, etc. Observe. ord, vvg d n1 vvg j n2, pns32 vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvd av p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvg, pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31, av vvb. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2321 Page 710
14096 The reason why men are so wicked, and act so wickedly, is, because they minde not the Word of God. The reason why men Are so wicked, and act so wickedly, is, Because they mind not the Word of God. dt n1 c-crq n2 vbr av j, cc vvi av av-j, vbz, c-acp pns32 n1 xx dt n1 pp-f np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2322 Page 710
14097 They who consider not the rule of the Word, are far both from righteousness towards man, and holiness towards God. They who Consider not the Rule of the Word, Are Far both from righteousness towards man, and holiness towards God. pns32 r-crq vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr av-j av-d p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 710
14098 If once a man throw aside the Word of God, where will he stay? He will neither abide in any wayes of holiness, If once a man throw aside the Word of God, where will he stay? He will neither abide in any ways of holiness, cs a-acp dt n1 vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi? pns31 vmb av-dx vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 710
14099 nor will he abide in any wayes of righteousness; nor will he abide in any ways of righteousness; ccx vmb pns31 vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 710
14100 they cannot make conscience of the wayes of God, who will not consider the wayes of God. they cannot make conscience of the ways of God, who will not Consider the ways of God. pns32 vmbx vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 710
14101 We have this clear character of a wicked man, ( Psal. 50.) he is one that will possibly take the covenant of God in his mouth, he will be talking of it, his tongue may be tipt with it, We have this clear character of a wicked man, (Psalm 50.) he is one that will possibly take the Covenant of God in his Mouth, he will be talking of it, his tongue may be tipped with it, pns12 vhb d j n1 pp-f dt j n1, (np1 crd) pns31 vbz pi cst vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvg pp-f pn31, po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14102 but ( vers. 17.) he hateth instruction, and casteth the words of God behinde his back. but (vers. 17.) he hates instruction, and Cast the words of God behind his back. cc-acp (fw-la. crd) pns31 vvz n1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14103 He that would consider a thing, holds it before his eye, and keeps it, as much as he can in sight; He that would Consider a thing, holds it before his eye, and keeps it, as much as he can in sighed; pns31 cst vmd vvi dt n1, vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz pn31, c-acp d c-acp pns31 vmb p-acp n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14104 therefore the Lord, when he would assure Zion how much he did consider her case, Therefore the Lord, when he would assure Zion how much he did Consider her case, av dt n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi np1 q-crq d pns31 vdd vvi po31 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14105 though she had said a little before, God hath forsaken me, and my God hath forgotten me, yet presently the Lord saith, ( Isa. 49.15, 16.) Can a woman forget her sucking childe, that she should not have compassion on the son of her wombe? Yea, they may, though she had said a little before, God hath forsaken me, and my God hath forgotten me, yet presently the Lord Says, (Isaiah 49.15, 16.) Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? Yea, they may, cs pns31 vhd vvn dt j a-acp, np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, av av-j dt n1 vvz, (np1 crd, crd) vmb dt n1 vvi po31 j-vvg n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? uh, pns32 vmb, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14106 yet will not I forget thee; yet will not I forget thee; av vmb xx pns11 vvi pno21; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14107 (what follows?) Behold I have graven thee upon the Palms of my hands, thy walls are continually before me. (what follows?) Behold I have graved thee upon the Palms of my hands, thy walls Are continually before me. (r-crq vvz?) vvb pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n2, po21 n2 vbr av-j p-acp pno11. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14108 As if the Lord had said, you may be sure I will consider your case, As if the Lord had said, you may be sure I will Consider your case, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, pn22 vmb vbi j pns11 vmb vvi po22 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14109 for I have you here pourtrayed upon the palms of my hands, and am alwayes viewing your walls, either as ruin'd and demolished, to move me to pity, for I have you Here portrayed upon the palms of my hands, and am always viewing your walls, either as ruined and demolished, to move me to pity, c-acp pns11 vhb pn22 av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n2, cc vbm av vvg po22 n2, av-d c-acp vvd cc vvn, pc-acp vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14110 or in that strong & beautiful model according to which I purpose to raise them up again, or re-build them. or in that strong & beautiful model according to which I purpose to raise them up again, or rebuild them. cc p-acp d j cc j n1 vvg p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp av, cc vvb pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14111 Thus I say, both God and man intending to consider any thing, have it alwayes before them; Thus I say, both God and man intending to Consider any thing, have it always before them; av pns11 vvb, d n1 cc n1 vvg pc-acp vvi d n1, vhb pn31 av p-acp pno32; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14112 but what a man hath no minde to consider, he casts it behinde his back; but what a man hath no mind to Consider, he Cast it behind his back; cc-acp q-crq dt n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14113 thou castest my words behinde thy back, saith God to the hypocrite, and when once the hypocrite hath got the word behinde him, thou Chastest my words behind thy back, Says God to the hypocrite, and when once the hypocrite hath god the word behind him, pns21 vv2 po11 n2 p-acp po21 n1, vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14114 then he is ready for any wickedness ( vers. 18, 19, 20.) When thou sawest a thief, thou consentedst with him, then he is ready for any wickedness (vers. 18, 19, 20.) When thou Sawest a thief, thou consentedst with him, cs pns31 vbz j p-acp d n1 (fw-la. crd, crd, crd) c-crq pns21 vvd2 dt n1, pns21 vvd2 p-acp pno31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14115 and hast been partaker with the adulterer, &c. Whence was all this? he had cast the word behinde his back. and hast been partaker with the adulterer, etc. Whence was all this? he had cast the word behind his back. cc vh2 vbn n1 p-acp dt n1, av q-crq vbds d d? pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14116 It is David's question, ( Psal. 119.6.) Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? The answer is, By taking heed thereto according to thy word; It is David's question, (Psalm 119.6.) Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his Way? The answer is, By taking heed thereto according to thy word; pn31 vbz npg1 vvi, (np1 crd.) c-crq vmb dt j n1 vvi po31 n1? dt n1 vbz, p-acp vvg n1 av vvg p-acp po21 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14117 that is, by continual eying of the word, and of his way, and by comparing them together. that is, by continual Eyeing of the word, and of his Way, and by comparing them together. cst vbz, p-acp j vvg pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp vvg pno32 av. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14118 They that will make right work, must be alwayes eying the rule; if once you lay by the rule, you will make but crooked, or bungling work: They that will make right work, must be always Eyeing the Rule; if once you lay by the Rule, you will make but crooked, or bungling work: pns32 cst vmb vvi j-jn n1, vmb vbi av vvg dt n1; cs a-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j, cc n1 n1: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14119 When the rule of righteousness is laid by, righteousness is laid by too. When the Rule of righteousness is laid by, righteousness is laid by too. c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp, n1 vbz vvn p-acp av. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14120 These mighty men of whom Elihu speaketh would not consider any the holy wayes of God, These mighty men of whom Elihu speaks would not Consider any the holy ways of God, np1 j n2 pp-f r-crq np1 vvz vmd xx vvi d dt j n2 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14121 and you see what ill favour'd work they made, what soul wayes they walked in. and you see what ill favoured work they made, what soul ways they walked in. cc pn22 vvb r-crq av-jn j-vvn n1 pns32 vvd, r-crq n1 n2 pns32 vvd p-acp. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2323 Page 711
14122 Fourthly, The Text doth not say they would not consider some, or such and such of his wayes, but any of his wayes. Hence Note. Fourthly, The Text does not say they would not Consider Some, or such and such of his ways, but any of his ways. Hence Note. ord, dt n1 vdz xx vvi pns32 vmd xx vvi d, cc d cc d pp-f po31 n2, cc-acp d pp-f po31 n2. av n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2324 Page 711
14123 A wicked man liketh, delighteth in, or loveth no one way of God better or more then another. A wicked man liketh, delights in, or loves no one Way of God better or more then Another. dt j n1 vvz, vvz p-acp, cc vvz dx crd n1 pp-f np1 j cc av-dc cs j-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2325 Page 711
14124 He is as much out with all as with any, they are all alike to him, that is, he likes none of them; He is as much out with all as with any, they Are all alike to him, that is, he likes none of them; pns31 vbz p-acp av-d av p-acp d c-acp p-acp d, pns32 vbr av-d av-j p-acp pno31, cst vbz, pns31 vvz pix pp-f pno32; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2326 Page 712
14126 He that hateth one truth of God, hateth all truth, though possibly his hatred is not called out or acted against some truths; He that hates one truth of God, hates all truth, though possibly his hatred is not called out or acted against Some truths; pns31 cst vvz crd n1 pp-f np1, vvz d n1, cs av-j po31 n1 vbz xx vvn av cc vvn p-acp d n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2326 Page 712
14127 and he that hateth one law of God, hateth all his laws, though possibly his lusts are not drawn out against some of them. and he that hates one law of God, hates all his laws, though possibly his Lustiest Are not drawn out against Some of them. cc pns31 cst vvz crd n1 pp-f np1, vvz d po31 n2, cs av-j po31 n2 vbr xx vvn av p-acp d pp-f pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2326 Page 712
14128 The reason why the Apostle James saith, ( chap. 2.10.) Whosoever shall keep the whole Law, The reason why the Apostle James Says, (chap. 2.10.) Whosoever shall keep the Whole Law, dt n1 c-crq dt n1 np1 vvz, (n1 crd.) c-crq vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2326 Page 712
14129 and yet offend in one point, is guilty of all, is, because if a man hath a minde to sin against one branch of the law, that evil principle will carry him to sin against any branch of it: and yet offend in one point, is guilty of all, is, Because if a man hath a mind to sin against one branch of the law, that evil principle will carry him to sin against any branch of it: cc av vvi p-acp crd n1, vbz j pp-f d, vbz, c-acp cs dt n1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1, cst j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2326 Page 712
14130 If he be not stopt from without, he findes no stop within against the worst of sins, as it is a sin. If he be not stopped from without, he finds no stop within against the worst of Sins, as it is a since. cs pns31 vbb xx vvn p-acp p-acp, pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp p-acp dt js pp-f n2, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2326 Page 712
14131 Fifthly, We translate any, the Original word is [ all ] his ways, which imports a refusing of every one of his wayes; Fifthly, We translate any, the Original word is [ all ] his ways, which imports a refusing of every one of his ways; ord, pns12 vvb d, dt j-jn n1 vbz [ d ] po31 n2, r-crq vvz dt n-vvg pp-f d crd pp-f po31 n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2327 Page 712
14132 there are several Scriptures of a like sence ( Psal. 103.1, 2.) O praise the Lord, and forget not all his benefits; there Are several Scriptures of a like sense (Psalm 103.1, 2.) Oh praise the Lord, and forget not all his benefits; pc-acp vbr j n2 pp-f dt j n1 (np1 crd, crd) uh vvb dt n1, cc vvb xx d po31 n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2327 Page 712
14133 that is, forget not any one of his benefits; that is, forget not any one of his benefits; cst vbz, vvb xx d crd pp-f po31 n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2327 Page 712
14134 not that a man shall be excused, though he forget many of the benefits of God, not that a man shall be excused, though he forget many of the benefits of God, xx cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cs pns31 vvb d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2327 Page 712
14135 or half his benefits, if so be he forget not all, or remember some: or half his benefits, if so be he forget not all, or Remember Some: cc j-jn po31 n2, cs av vbb pns31 vvb xx d, cc vvb d: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2327 Page 712
14136 but when that Scripture saith, forget not all his benefits, the meaning is, forget not any one at all. but when that Scripture Says, forget not all his benefits, the meaning is, forget not any one At all. cc-acp c-crq d n1 vvz, vvb xx d po31 n2, dt n1 vbz, vvb xx d pi p-acp d. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2327 Page 712
14137 Thus here, they considered not all his wayes, (that's the letter of the Text, and so Mr Broughton translates,) that is, none of them. Thus Here, they considered not all his ways, (that's the Letter of the Text, and so Mr Broughton translates,) that is, none of them. av av, pns32 vvd xx d po31 n2, (d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av n1 np1 vvz,) cst vbz, pix pp-f pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2327 Page 712
14138 Taking that reading, and the Scripture sence given of it, it gives us this useful Observation. Taking that reading, and the Scripture sense given of it, it gives us this useful Observation. vvg d n-vvg, cc dt n1 n1 vvn pp-f pn31, pn31 vvz pno12 d j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2327 Page 712
14139 That unless all the wayes of God be considered and obeyed, there is not any one of them considered or obeyed. That unless all the ways of God be considered and obeyed, there is not any one of them considered or obeyed. cst cs d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbb vvn cc vvn, pc-acp vbz xx d crd pp-f pno32 vvn cc vvn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2327 Page 712
14140 God will not be obeyed by halves; he must have entire obedience, universal obedience, or he owneth none; God will not be obeyed by halves; he must have entire Obedience, universal Obedience, or he owneth none; np1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn; pns31 vmb vhi j n1, j n1, cc pns31 vvz pix; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2328 Page 712
14141 there is a band or tye between all the commandments of God, and unless you keep them all, you break them all; there is a band or tie between all the Commandments of God, and unless you keep them all, you break them all; a-acp vbz dt n1 cc vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, cc cs pn22 vvb pno32 d, pn22 vvb pno32 d; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2328 Page 712
14142 they that submit not to all, submit to none of his laws. they that submit not to all, submit to none of his laws. pns32 cst vvb xx p-acp d, vvb p-acp pix pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2328 Page 712
14143 It is not enough for a man to say he is no adulterer, if he be a thief; It is not enough for a man to say he is no adulterer, if he be a thief; pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pns31 vbz dx n1, cs pns31 vbb dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2328 Page 712
14144 or to say he is not a murderer, if he bears false witness. He that doth the one in act, doth the other in his heart; or to say he is not a murderer, if he bears false witness. He that does the one in act, does the other in his heart; cc pc-acp vvi pns31 vbz xx dt n1, cs pns31 vvz j n1. pns31 cst vdz dt crd p-acp n1, vdz dt n-jn p-acp po31 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2328 Page 712
14145 nothing hinders him but the absence of a temptation, or of an opportunity, the Law doth not. nothing hinders him but the absence of a temptation, or of an opportunity, the Law does not. pix vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vdz xx. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2328 Page 712
14146 Further, [ they ] would not consider any of his wayes. Further, [ they ] would not Consider any of his ways. jc, [ pns32 ] vmd xx vvi d pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2329 Page 712
14147 Who were they? No fools I dare say, either in their own opinion, or in the opinion of men. Who were they? No Fools I Dare say, either in their own opinion, or in the opinion of men. r-crq vbdr pns32? uh-dx n2 pns11 vvb vvi, av-d p-acp po32 d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2329 Page 712
14149 they were the mighty, the great men of the world, and they are commonly very considering men, they were the mighty, the great men of the world, and they Are commonly very considering men, pns32 vbdr dt j, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vbr av-j av vvg n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2329 Page 713
14150 as well as very considerable men; they are knowing men, as well as men much known; as well as very considerable men; they Are knowing men, as well as men much known; c-acp av c-acp av j n2; pns32 vbr vvg n2, c-acp av c-acp n2 av-d vvn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2329 Page 713
14151 they are men of counsel, and sit in councel to debate difficult matters, and of greatest outward concernment; they Are men of counsel, and fit in council to debate difficult matters, and of greatest outward concernment; pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, cc pp-f js j n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2329 Page 713
14152 these things they could consider exactly, and weigh them to a grain; but they would not consider any of God's wayes. Hence Note. these things they could Consider exactly, and weigh them to a grain; but they would not Consider any of God's ways. Hence Note. d n2 pns32 vmd vvi av-j, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1; cc-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi d pp-f npg1 n2. av n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2329 Page 713
14153 There is nothing so little regarded by ungodly men, as the wayes of God are. There is nothing so little regarded by ungodly men, as the ways of God Are. pc-acp vbz pix av av-j vvn p-acp j n2, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2330 Page 713
14154 Though they have wisdome and ability to understand and consider earthly things, yet they will bestow none of it upon the things of heaven. Though they have Wisdom and ability to understand and Consider earthly things, yet they will bestow none of it upon the things of heaven. cs pns32 vhb n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n2, av pns32 vmb vvi pix pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2331 Page 713
14155 Christ rebuked Martha when he saw her so busie about worldly business, ( Luke 10.41.) Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things, one thing is needful; christ rebuked Martha when he saw her so busy about worldly business, (Lycia 10.41.) Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things, one thing is needful; np1 vvd np1 c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 av j p-acp j n1, (av crd.) np1, np1, pns21 vb2r j cc vvn p-acp d n2, crd n1 vbz j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2331 Page 713
14156 Martha had some care about the one thing needful, but because not so much as she should, Christ gave her a gracious check and reproof for it: Martha had Some care about the one thing needful, but Because not so much as she should, christ gave her a gracious check and reproof for it: np1 vhd d n1 p-acp dt crd n1 j, cc-acp c-acp xx av av-d c-acp pns31 vmd, np1 vvd pno31 dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2331 Page 713
14157 How much more may Christ come and rebuke the men of the world, ye are careful about many things, ye are wife considering men about your profits and preferments, those ye can think of all night long; How much more may christ come and rebuke the men of the world, you Are careful about many things, you Are wife considering men about your profits and preferments, those you can think of all night long; c-crq av-d av-dc vmb np1 vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vbr j p-acp d n2, pn22 vbr n1 vvg n2 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, d pn22 vmb vvi pp-f d n1 av-j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2331 Page 713
14158 but there is one thing needful, my wayes, my word, my commandments are to be considered, what account can ye give of or concerning them? but there is one thing needful, my ways, my word, my Commandments Are to be considered, what account can you give of or Concerning them? cc-acp pc-acp vbz crd n1 j, po11 n2, po11 n1, po11 n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq n1 vmb pn22 vvi pp-f cc vvg pno32? (32) chapter (DIV2) 2331 Page 713
14159 Farther, this non-consideration of the wayes of God is brought as a charge, as a high charge against those mighty men; Farther, this nonconsideration of the ways of God is brought as a charge, as a high charge against those mighty men; np1, d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt j n1 p-acp d j n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2332 Page 713
14160 not only were they bad men who did not consider the wayes of God, but this was a part, not only were they bad men who did not Consider the ways of God, but this was a part, xx av-j vbdr pns32 j n2 r-crq vdd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp d vbds dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2332 Page 713
14161 yea I may say the whole of their badness, that they did not consider the wayes of God. Hence Note. yea I may say the Whole of their badness, that they did not Consider the ways of God. Hence Note. uh pns11 vmb vvi dt j-jn pp-f po32 n1, cst pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1. av n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2332 Page 713
14162 Not to consider the wayes of God, is in it self a very great sin. Not to Consider the ways of God, is in it self a very great since. xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, vbz p-acp pn31 n1 dt j j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2333 Page 713
14163 The omission, or non-performance of what is good, is as sinful as the commission or doing of that which is evil. The omission, or non-performance of what is good, is as sinful as the commission or doing of that which is evil. dt n1, cc n1 pp-f r-crq vbz j, vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1 cc vdg pp-f d r-crq vbz j-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 713
14164 Not to do good is to do evil; Not to do good is to do evil; xx pc-acp vdi j vbz pc-acp vdi j-jn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 713
14165 especially when it is the not doing of such a good duty as opens a way to the doing of all evil. especially when it is the not doing of such a good duty as Opens a Way to the doing of all evil. av-j c-crq pn31 vbz dt xx vdg pp-f d dt j n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 713
14166 Should we suppose a man not chargeable with the breaking of any commandment of God, Should we suppose a man not chargeable with the breaking of any Commandment of God, vmd pns12 vvi dt n1 xx j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 713
14167 yet if we could charge him that he did not consider the commandments of God, this were the breaking of all the commandments. yet if we could charge him that he did not Consider the Commandments of God, this were the breaking of all the Commandments. av cs pns12 vmd vvi pno31 cst pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, d vbdr dt vvg pp-f d dt n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 713
14168 For as they are all to be considered that we may keep them, so if we consider them not, we cannot keep them. For as they Are all to be considered that we may keep them, so if we Consider them not, we cannot keep them. c-acp c-acp pns32 vbr av-d pc-acp vbi vvn cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32, av cs pns12 vvb pno32 xx, pns12 vmbx vvi pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14169 'Tis the description of a godly man, ( Psal. 1.2.) His delight is in the Law of the Lord, It's the description of a godly man, (Psalm 1.2.) His delight is in the Law of the Lord, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (np1 crd.) po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14170 and in his Law doth he meditate day and night. Meditation is nothing else but consideration. and in his Law does he meditate day and night. Meditation is nothing Else but consideration. cc p-acp po31 n1 vdz pns31 vvi n1 cc n1. n1 vbz pix av cc-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14171 A godly man meditates or considers day and night what the Law or Word of God is; A godly man meditates or considers day and night what the Law or Word of God is; dt j n1 vvz cc vvz n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14172 not that he thinks of nothing else but the Law of God day and night, for then he must throw off his Calling; not that he thinks of nothing Else but the Law of God day and night, for then he must throw off his Calling; xx cst pns31 vvz pp-f pix av cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc n1, c-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi a-acp po31 vvg; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14173 but the meaning is this, he is very sedulous and watchful of all opportunities both night and day, to get and keep his heart up in holy meditation; but the meaning is this, he is very sedulous and watchful of all opportunities both night and day, to get and keep his heart up in holy meditation; cc-acp dt n1 vbz d, pns31 vbz av j cc j pp-f d n2 d n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 a-acp p-acp j n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14174 and why is he so much in holy meditation? 'Tis surely, that he may be much, yea alwayes in holy action; and why is he so much in holy meditation? It's surely, that he may be much, yea always in holy actium; cc q-crq vbz pns31 av av-d p-acp j n1? pn31|vbz av-j, cst pns31 vmb vbi av-d, uh av p-acp j n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14175 and when it may be said of a man, that his meditation is not in the Law of God, and when it may be said of a man, that his meditation is not in the Law of God, cc c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1, cst po31 n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14176 neither day nor night, or that he never considers the wayes of God, this is an undeniable evidence that he neither keeps in the way, neither day nor night, or that he never considers the ways of God, this is an undeniable evidence that he neither keeps in the Way, dx n1 ccx n1, cc cst pns31 av-x vvz dt n2 pp-f np1, d vbz dt j n1 cst pns31 av-dx vvz p-acp dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14177 or observes any one line or letter of the Law at any time. It is our sin, and that no small one, not to consider our own wayes, or observes any one line or Letter of the Law At any time. It is our since, and that no small one, not to Consider our own ways, cc vvz d crd n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1. pn31 vbz po12 n1, cc cst dx j pi, xx pc-acp vvi po12 d n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14178 how much more is it sinful not to consider the wayes of God! To consider our own wayes, is a great part of our work: how much more is it sinful not to Consider the ways of God! To Consider our own ways, is a great part of our work: c-crq d dc vbz pn31 j xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po12 d n2, vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14179 If we consider not our own wayes, they will soon be crooked wayes. If we Consider not our own ways, they will soon be crooked ways. cs pns12 vvb xx po12 d n2, pns32 vmb av vbi j n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14180 The Prophet adviseth the Jewes, ( Hag. 1.5.) Consider your wayes; the Text is, Set your heart upon your wayes; that is, ponder your wayes; The Prophet adviseth the Jews, (Hag. 1.5.) Consider your ways; the Text is, Set your heart upon your ways; that is, ponder your ways; dt n1 vvz dt np2, (np1 crd.) vvb po22 n2; dt n1 vbz, vvb po22 n1 p-acp po22 n2; cst vbz, vvb po22 n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14181 as if he had said, the reason why your feet are so often in bad wayes, is, as if he had said, the reason why your feet Are so often in bad ways, is, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, dt n1 c-crq po22 n2 vbr av av p-acp j n2, vbz, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14182 because your hearts are so seldome upon your wayes. Because your hearts Are so seldom upon your ways. c-acp po22 n2 vbr av av p-acp po22 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14183 Now, if not to consider our own wayes be so sinful, and subjects us to every sin, Now, if not to Consider our own ways be so sinful, and subject's us to every since, av, cs xx pc-acp vvi po12 d n2 vbb av j, cc n2-jn pno12 p-acp d n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14184 then much more is it sinful not to consider the wayes, the word and truths of God, then much more is it sinful not to Consider the ways, the word and truths of God, cs d dc vbz pn31 j xx pc-acp vvi dt n2, dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14185 and much more doth the neglect of this lead or lay us open and obnoxious to every sin. and much more does the neglect of this led or lay us open and obnoxious to every since. cc av-d dc vdz dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc vvb pno12 vvi cc j p-acp d n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14186 This neglect is not only a special sin in it self, and an effect of sin, This neglect is not only a special since in it self, and an Effect of since, d n1 vbz xx av-j dt j n1 p-acp pn31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14187 but the general cause of all other sins: but the general cause of all other Sins: cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j-jn n2: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14188 What sin is not, or may not be found in the wayes of those men, who consider not the wayes of God? Lastly Observe. What since is not, or may not be found in the ways of those men, who Consider not the ways of God? Lastly Observe. q-crq n1 vbz xx, cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq vvb xx dt n2 pp-f np1? ord vvb. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2334 Page 714
14189 Sin makes men stupid, and transforms them into fools. He that is not a considering man, is a weak and a foolish man; since makes men stupid, and transforms them into Fools. He that is not a considering man, is a weak and a foolish man; n1 vvz n2 j, cc vvz pno32 p-acp n2. pns31 cst vbz xx dt vvg n1, vbz dt j cc dt j n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2335 Page 714
14190 every wise man is a considering man; every wise man is a considering man; d j n1 vbz dt vvg n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 714
14191 and the more a man is versed in consideration, the more wise he is, and the wiser he grows. and the more a man is versed in consideration, the more wise he is, and the Wiser he grows. cc dt av-dc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt av-dc j pns31 vbz, cc dt jc pns31 vvz. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 714
14192 The wicked man is often called a fool in Scripture, and he deserves no better a title; The wicked man is often called a fool in Scripture, and he deserves no better a title; dt j n1 vbz av vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vvz av-dx av-jc dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 715
14213 and thy foot-steps are not known. God hath many invisible works both of mercy and of judgement; and thy footsteps Are not known. God hath many invisible works both of mercy and of judgement; cc po21 n2 vbr xx vvn. np1 vhz d j n2 d pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 715
14193 when he is called so, he is both served and called in his kinde ( Psal. 14.1.) The fool hath said in his heart, there is no God. when he is called so, he is both served and called in his kind (Psalm 14.1.) The fool hath said in his heart, there is no God. c-crq pns31 vbz vvn av, pns31 vbz av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1 (np1 crd.) dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 715
14194 The thoughts of the heart are the sayings of the heart; The thoughts of the heart Are the sayings of the heart; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 715
14195 and sin hath made a wicked man so much a fool, that as he knowes not how to say any thing of God, which is honourable, with his tongue, and since hath made a wicked man so much a fool, that as he knows not how to say any thing of God, which is honourable, with his tongue, cc n1 vhz vvn dt j n1 av av-d dt n1, cst c-acp pns31 vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j, p-acp po31 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 715
14196 so all that his heart can say, that is, think of God, is, that God is not; so all that his heart can say, that is, think of God, is, that God is not; av d d po31 n1 vmb vvi, cst vbz, vvb pp-f np1, vbz, cst np1 vbz xx; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 715
14197 which as it is the highest blasphemy, so the deepest piece of folly and irrationallity that ever was hatcht in the heart of man. which as it is the highest blasphemy, so the Deepest piece of folly and irrationallity that ever was hatched in the heart of man. r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz dt js n1, av dt js-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cst av vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 715
14198 Sin makes dull-heads, it stupifies the soul; since makes dull-heads, it stupifies the soul; n1 vvz n2, pn31 vvz dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 715
14199 sinners consider not that, at any time, which is their interest as much as their duty to consider of at all times, the wayes of God, Sinners Consider not that, At any time, which is their Interest as much as their duty to Consider of At all times, the ways of God, n2 vvb xx d, p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz po32 n1 p-acp d c-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f p-acp d n2, dt n2 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 715
14200 as taken for the wayes wherein man ought to walk towards God. as taken for the ways wherein man ought to walk towards God. c-acp vvn p-acp dt n2 c-crq n1 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2336 Page 715
14201 Again, If we take the wayes of God in the second notion, for the wayes wherein himself walks towards man, usually called his works, Again, If we take the ways of God in the second notion, for the ways wherein himself walks towards man, usually called his works, av, cs pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp dt n2 c-crq px31 vvz p-acp n1, av-j vvd po31 n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2337 Page 715
14202 or the wayes of his providence. Note. or the ways of his providence. Note. cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2337 Page 715
14203 It is the mark of an ungodly man, not to consider the works and providences of God, It is the mark of an ungodly man, not to Consider the works and providences of God, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2338 Page 715
14204 how God walketh towards him, or what he doth in the world. (Isa. 1.3.) I have nourished and brought up children; how God walks towards him, or what he does in the world. (Isaiah 1.3.) I have nourished and brought up children; c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp dt n1. (np1 crd.) pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn a-acp n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2338 Page 715
14205 that is, I have done for my people as a father for his children; but what follows? My people doth not know, Israel doth not consider: that is, I have done for my people as a father for his children; but what follows? My people does not know, Israel does not Consider: cst vbz, pns11 vhb vdn p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; cc-acp q-crq vvz? po11 n1 vdz xx vvi, np1 vdz xx vvi: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 715
14206 They consider not what I have done for them, as well as not what I have spoken to them; They Consider not what I have done for them, as well as not what I have spoken to them; pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns11 vhb vdn p-acp pno32, c-acp av c-acp xx r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 715
14207 they consider not how I have nourished and brought them up, as well us not how I have instructed and given them counsel; they Consider not how I have nourished and brought them up, as well us not how I have instructed and given them counsel; pns32 vvb xx c-crq pns11 vhb vvn cc vvd pno32 a-acp, c-acp av pno12 xx c-crq pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn pno32 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 715
14208 and from this neglect God infers, ( vers. 4.) Ah sinful Nation, a people laden with iniquity, a seed of evil doers, &c. they quickly proceed to the doing of all evil against God, who consider not of the good which God doth or hath done to them. and from this neglect God infers, (vers. 4.) Ah sinful nation, a people laden with iniquity, a seed of evil doers, etc. they quickly proceed to the doing of all evil against God, who Consider not of the good which God does or hath done to them. cc p-acp d n1 np1 vvz, (fw-la. crd) uh j n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, av pns32 av-j vvb p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n-jn p-acp np1, r-crq vvb xx pp-f dt j r-crq np1 vdz cc vhz vdn p-acp pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 715
14209 Read this sin, the not considering of the works of God, with the sinfulness of all the works of those unconsidering men, ( Psal. 28.4, 5. Isa. 5.11, 12.) The Scripture makes frequent mention how extreamly ill the Lord takes it at the hands of men, Read this since, the not considering of the works of God, with the sinfulness of all the works of those unconsidering men, (Psalm 28.4, 5. Isaiah 5.11, 12.) The Scripture makes frequent mention how extremely ill the Lord Takes it At the hands of men, np1 d n1, cs xx vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f d vvg n2, (np1 crd, crd np1 crd, crd) dt n1 vvz j n1 c-crq av-jn av-jn dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 715
14210 when his works are not considered by them, when they regard not the operation of his hands. when his works Are not considered by them, when they regard not the operation of his hands. c-crq po31 n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno32, c-crq pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 715
14211 Indeed God doth much in the world, he walketh in many dark and hidden wayes, which though we consider, we cannot fully understand; Indeed God does much in the world, he walks in many dark and hidden ways, which though we Consider, we cannot Fully understand; np1 np1 vdz d p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d j cc j-vvn n2, r-crq cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vmbx av-j vvi; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 715
14212 Thy way (saith Asaph, Psal. 77.19.) is in the sea, and thy path in the great waters, Thy Way (Says Asaph, Psalm 77.19.) is in the sea, and thy path in the great waters, po21 n1 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) vbz p-acp dt n1, cc po21 n1 p-acp dt j n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 715
14214 yet we should be, though not curiously, yet seriously searching, as much as possibly we can, even into those wayes of God which are unsearchable; yet we should be, though not curiously, yet seriously searching, as much as possibly we can, even into those ways of God which Are unsearchable; av pns12 vmd vbi, cs xx av-j, av av-j vvg, c-acp d c-acp av-j pns12 vmb, av p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vbr j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14215 we should consider, though we cannot search them out. we should Consider, though we cannot search them out. pns12 vmd vvi, cs pns12 vmbx vvi pno32 av. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14216 But as for those works of God that are visible and plain, which are written as it were with the beams of the Sun, which are so plain and obvious, that he who runs may read them, to neglect the consideration of these, But as for those works of God that Are visible and plain, which Are written as it were with the beams of the Sun, which Are so plain and obvious, that he who runs may read them, to neglect the consideration of these, cc-acp c-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 cst vbr j cc j, r-crq vbr vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr av j cc j, cst pns31 r-crq vvz vmb vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14217 or lightly to pass them by, how sinful is it! or lightly to pass them by, how sinful is it! cc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp, c-crq j vbz pn31! (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14218 Those works of God which are most plain, have wonders in them, if we could finde them out. Those works of God which Are most plain, have wonders in them, if we could find them out. d n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vbr av-ds j, vhb n2 p-acp pno32, cs pns12 vmd vvi pno32 av. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14219 As in the plainest Text of Scripture there is a world of holiness and spiritualness; As in the Plainest Text of Scripture there is a world of holiness and spiritualness; p-acp p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14220 and if we in prayer and dependance upon God did sit down and consider it, we might behold much more of those wonders then yet appear to us: and if we in prayer and dependence upon God did fit down and Consider it, we might behold much more of those wonders then yet appear to us: cc cs pns12 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 vdd vvi a-acp cc vvi pn31, pns12 vmd vvi d dc pp-f d n2 av av vvi p-acp pno12: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14221 It may be at once reading or looking we see little or nothing, as Elijah's servant, It may be At once reading or looking we see little or nothing, as Elijah's servant, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp a-acp vvg cc vvg pns12 vvb j cc pix, c-acp npg1 n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14222 when he went once, he saw nothing, therefore he was commanded to look seven times; when he went once, he saw nothing, Therefore he was commanded to look seven times; c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp, pns31 vvd pix, av pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi crd n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14223 What now, saith the Prophet? O now I see a cloud rising like a mans hand; and by and by the whole surface of the heavens was covered with clouds. What now, Says the Prophet? O now I see a cloud rising like a men hand; and by and by the Whole surface of the heavens was covered with Clouds. q-crq av, vvz dt n1? sy av pns11 vvb dt n1 vvg av-j dt ng1 n1; cc p-acp cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2 vbds vvn p-acp n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14224 So you may look lightly upon a Scripture, and see nothing, and look again, and see little, So you may look lightly upon a Scripture, and see nothing, and look again, and see little, av pn22 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pix, cc vvb av, cc vvi j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14225 but look seven times upon it, meditate often upon it, and then you shall see a light like the light of the Sun. 'Tis thus also with the works of God, we pass many of them by as small matters, but look seven times upon it, meditate often upon it, and then you shall see a Light like the Light of the Sun. It's thus also with the works of God, we pass many of them by as small matters, cc-acp vvb crd n2 p-acp pn31, vvb av p-acp pn31, cc cs pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31|vbz av av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns12 vvb d pp-f pno32 p-acp p-acp j n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14226 but when throughly considered, there is a wonderful depth in them; but when thoroughly considered, there is a wondered depth in them; cc-acp c-crq av-j vvn, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14227 now not to consider those wayes of God wherein he is so visible, and which are the actings and exercising of his power, goodness, wisdome, now not to Consider those ways of God wherein he is so visible, and which Are the actings and exercising of his power, Goodness, Wisdom, av xx pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vbz av j, cc q-crq vbr dt n2 cc vvg pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14228 and faithfulness, this must needs be a very great sin, ( Isa. 26.11.) Lord, when thy hand is lifted up, they will not see, (they take no notice of it, much less lay it to heart) but they shall see, (they shall be made to see one way or other,) and be ashamed for their envie at the people, or (as the margin hath it,) towards thy people. As godly men see the hand of God, and faithfulness, this must needs be a very great since, (Isaiah 26.11.) Lord, when thy hand is lifted up, they will not see, (they take no notice of it, much less lay it to heart) but they shall see, (they shall be made to see one Way or other,) and be ashamed for their envy At the people, or (as the margin hath it,) towards thy people. As godly men see the hand of God, cc n1, d vmb av vbi dt av j n1, (np1 crd.) n1, c-crq po21 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, pns32 vmb xx vvi, (pns32 vvb dx n1 pp-f pn31, av-d av-dc vvi pn31 p-acp n1) p-acp pns32 vmb vvi, (pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi crd n1 cc n-jn,) cc vbi j p-acp po32 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc (c-acp dt n1 vhz pn31,) p-acp po21 n1. p-acp j n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14229 and are both confirmed and comforted for his mercy to his people, so wicked men shall see, and Are both confirmed and comforted for his mercy to his people, so wicked men shall see, cc vbr av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, av j n2 vmb vvi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14230 and be both ashamed and confounded, because they both envyed the people of God that mercy, and opposed it. and be both ashamed and confounded, Because they both envied the people of God that mercy, and opposed it. cc vbi av-d j cc vvn, c-acp pns32 d vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 cst n1, cc vvd pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14231 They who will not see the works of God to give him glory, shall see them to their own shame. They who will not see the works of God to give him glory, shall see them to their own shame. pns32 r-crq vmb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 n1, vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po32 d n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14333 There is no liberty given to wrong a rich man, and that would be considered; There is no liberty given to wrong a rich man, and that would be considered; pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc cst vmd vbi vvn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14232 God hath given us his works of Creation, that we should consider them daylie, as David did ( Psal. 8.3.) When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the Moon, God hath given us his works of Creation, that we should Consider them daily, as David did (Psalm 8.3.) When I Consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the Moon, np1 vhz vvn pno12 po31 n2 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi pno32 j, c-acp np1 vdd (np1 crd.) c-crq pns11 vvb po21 n2, dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 716
14233 and the Stars which thou hast ordained; What is man! and the Stars which thou hast ordained; What is man! cc dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn; q-crq vbz n1! (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 717
14234 &c. How was the Psalmist ravisht with that contemplation? And so may we, while we consider the works of Providence, etc. How was the Psalmist ravished with that contemplation? And so may we, while we Consider the works of Providence, av np1 vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1? cc av vmb pns12, cs pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 717
14235 whether works of judgement, or works of mercy; whether vengeance upon the wicked, or deliverance for the godly. whither works of judgement, or works of mercy; whither vengeance upon the wicked, or deliverance for the godly. cs n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; cs n1 p-acp dt j, cc n1 p-acp dt j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2339 Page 717
14236 Let us therefore set our selves to this soul-ravishing, and God-exalting work, the consideration of the works of God: Let us Therefore Set our selves to this Soul ravishing, and God-exalting work, the consideration of the works of God: vvb pno12 av vvi po12 n2 p-acp d j, cc j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14237 And we are the more engaged to do it, because God hath fitted man, among all creatures in this lower world, (and he hath only fitted man) to give him glory by considering his works. And we Are the more engaged to do it, Because God hath fitted man, among all creatures in this lower world, (and he hath only fitted man) to give him glory by considering his works. cc pns12 vbr dt av-dc vvn pc-acp vdi pn31, c-acp np1 vhz vvn n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp d jc n1, (cc pns31 vhz av-j vvn n1) pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 p-acp vvg po31 n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14238 The beasts of the earth cannot glorifie God by considering his works; The beasts of the earth cannot Glorify God by considering his works; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmbx vvi np1 p-acp vvg po31 n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14239 'tis true, both they, & the fowls of the ayr, with the fifh of the sea, according to their kinde, praise God; it's true, both they, & the fowls of the air, with the fifh of the sea, according to their kind, praise God; pn31|vbz j, av-d pns32, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, vvg p-acp po32 n1, n1 np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14240 but man only is fitted and furnished with an intellect or understanding faculty to consider, but man only is fitted and furnished with an intellect or understanding faculty to Consider, cc-acp n1 av-j vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 n1 pc-acp vvi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14241 and so to draw out from all the works of God, those peculiar excellencies which make his Name glorious: and so to draw out from all the works of God, those peculiar excellencies which make his Name glorious: cc av pc-acp vvi av p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, d j n2 r-crq vvb po31 n1 j: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14242 Now, for man to leave such a faculty unexercised and unacted, (as they who consider not the works of God do) is not only a dishonour to God, but a degradation of himself. Now, for man to leave such a faculty unexercised and unacted, (as they who Consider not the works of God do) is not only a dishonour to God, but a degradation of himself. av, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1 vvn cc vvn, (c-acp pns32 r-crq vvb xx dt n2 pp-f np1 vdb) vbz xx av-j dt n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f px31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14243 As it is the priviledge and happiness of a man to enjoy the benefit of the works of God, As it is the privilege and happiness of a man to enjoy the benefit of the works of God, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14244 so it is his holiness and his duty to consider the beauty of them. so it is his holiness and his duty to Consider the beauty of them. av pn31 vbz po31 n1 cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14245 And to all who brutishly lay by the works of God without consideration, let me adde this consideration; And to all who brutishly lay by the works of God without consideration, let me add this consideration; cc p-acp d r-crq av-j vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vvb pno11 vvi d n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14246 God considers all your works or wayes, and will not you consider the works, the wayes of God! Of this be sure, God considers all your works or ways, and will not you Consider the works, the ways of God! Of this be sure, np1 vvz d po22 n2 cc n2, cc vmb xx pn22 vvi dt n2, dt n2 pp-f np1 pp-f d vbb j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14247 whether you consider the wayes of God, his Word-wayes, or Work-wayes (of this be sure) God will consider your wayes, certainly he will; whither you Consider the ways of God, his Word-wayes, or Work-wayes (of this be sure) God will Consider your ways, Certainly he will; cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, po31 n2, cc n2 (pp-f d vbb j) n1 vmb vvi po22 n2, av-j pns31 vmb; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14248 those wayes of yours which in themselves are not worth the considering or looking upon, your sinful wayes, those ways of yours which in themselves Are not worth the considering or looking upon, your sinful ways, d n2 pp-f png22 r-crq p-acp px32 vbr xx j dt vvg cc vvg p-acp, po22 j n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14249 though they are so vile, so abominable, that if your selves did but look upon them and consider them, you would be utterly ashamed of them, though they Are so vile, so abominable, that if your selves did but look upon them and Consider them, you would be utterly ashamed of them, cs pns32 vbr av j, av j, cst cs po22 n2 vdd p-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cc vvb pno32, pn22 vmd vbi av-j j pp-f pno32, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14250 yea though they are an abomination to God while he beholds them, yet he will behold and consider them. yea though they Are an abomination to God while he beholds them, yet he will behold and Consider them. uh cs pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp np1 cs pns31 vvz pno32, av pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14251 The Lord who is of purer eyes then to behold any the least iniquity, to approve it, will yet behold the greatest of your iniquities, The Lord who is of Purer eyes then to behold any the least iniquity, to approve it, will yet behold the greatest of your iniquities, dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi d dt ds n1, pc-acp vvi pn31, vmb av vvi dt js pp-f po22 n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14252 and your impurest wayes to consider them. Thou (saith David, Psal. 10.14.) Thou beholdest mischief and spite, to requite it: and your impurest ways to Consider them. Thou (Says David, Psalm 10.14.) Thou Beholdest mischief and spite, to requite it: cc po22 js n2 pc-acp vvi pno32. pns21 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) pns21 vv2 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pn31: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 717
14253 God beholdeth the foulest dirtyest wayes of men, their wayes of oppression and unrighteousness, their wayes of intemperance and lasciviousness, their wayes of wrath and maliciousness, at once to detest, detect and requite them. God beholdeth the Foulest dirtyest ways of men, their ways of oppression and unrighteousness, their ways of intemperance and lasciviousness, their ways of wrath and maliciousness, At once to detest, detect and requite them. np1 vvz dt js js n2 pp-f n2, po32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, po32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, po32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp a-acp pc-acp vvi, vvb cc vvi pno32. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 718
14254 If the Lord thus considereth the wayes of men, even these filthy and crooked wayes of men; If the Lord thus Considereth the ways of men, even these filthy and crooked ways of men; cs dt n1 av vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, av d j cc j n2 pp-f n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 718
14255 should not men consider the holy the just and righteous wayes of God? And that God considers all the wayes, the worst of wayes of the sons men appeares further in the next verse. should not men Consider the holy the just and righteous ways of God? And that God considers all the ways, the worst of ways of the Sons men appears further in the next verse. vmd xx n2 vvi dt j dt j cc j n2 pp-f np1? cc cst np1 vvz d dt n2, dt js pp-f n2 pp-f dt n2 n2 vvz av-jc p-acp dt ord n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 718
14256 Vers. 28. So that they cause the cry of the poore to come up to him, Vers. 28. So that they cause the cry of the poor to come up to him, np1 crd av cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 718
14257 and he heareth the cry of the afflicted. and he hears the cry of the afflicted. cc pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2340 Page 718
14258 If the wayes of men come up to God, then surely God considers the wayes of men, If the ways of men come up to God, then surely God considers the ways of men, cs dt n2 pp-f n2 vvn a-acp p-acp np1, av av-j np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2341 Page 718
14259 even their vile and base wayes, their wicked and unworthy wayes; even their vile and base ways, their wicked and unworthy ways; av po32 j cc j n2, po32 j cc j n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2341 Page 718
14260 how can he but consider those wayes, the cry of which cometh up to him? So that they cause the cry of the poore to come up to him. how can he but Consider those ways, the cry of which comes up to him? So that they cause the cry of the poor to come up to him. q-crq vmb pns31 p-acp vvb d n2, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp pno31? av cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2341 Page 718
14261 Here Elihu expounds to us or gives us more particularly what those wayes of God were which those men would not consider, Here Elihu expounds to us or gives us more particularly what those ways of God were which those men would not Consider, av np1 vvz p-acp pno12 cc vvz pno12 dc av-jn r-crq d n2 pp-f np1 vbdr r-crq d n2 vmd xx vvi, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2342 Page 718
14262 as also what the sin of those mighty ones was, which provoked God, to strike them as wicked men in the open sight of others. as also what the since of those mighty ones was, which provoked God, to strike them as wicked men in the open sighed of Others. c-acp av q-crq dt n1 pp-f d j pi2 vbds, r-crq vvd np1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2342 Page 718
14263 The wayes of God which they would not consider, were the wayes of his righteousnesse and justice, of his compassion to and care for the poore, they went quite crosse to those wayes of God. The ways of God which they would not Consider, were the ways of his righteousness and Justice, of his compassion to and care for the poor, they went quite cross to those ways of God. dt n2 pp-f np1 r-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi, vbdr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pp-f po31 n1 p-acp cc vvb p-acp dt j, pns32 vvd av j p-acp d n2 pp-f np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2342 Page 718
14264 For they caused the cry of the poore to come up to him. For they caused the cry of the poor to come up to him. c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2342 Page 718
14265 But doe ungodly men bring the cry of the poore up to God? Certainly they have no such purpose, But do ungodly men bring the cry of the poor up to God? Certainly they have no such purpose, p-acp vdi j n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j a-acp p-acp np1? av-j pns32 vhb dx d n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2342 Page 718
14266 and therefore those words, So that they cause the cry of the poore to come up unto him, and Therefore those words, So that they cause the cry of the poor to come up unto him, cc av d n2, av cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2342 Page 718
14267 Note only a consequent, of what those men did, not the intent of those men; Note only a consequent, of what those men did, not the intent of those men; vvb av-j dt j, pp-f r-crq d n2 vdd, xx dt n1 pp-f d n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2343 Page 718
14268 they aymed at no such thing by their oppressing the poore, as that God should heare the cry of the poore, they aimed At no such thing by their oppressing the poor, as that God should hear the cry of the poor, pns32 vvn p-acp dx d n1 p-acp po32 vvg dt j, c-acp cst np1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2343 Page 718
14269 yea they hoped the cry of the poore should never come up to God. yea they hoped the cry of the poor should never come up to God. uh pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j vmd av-x vvi a-acp p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2343 Page 718
14270 They would willingly have stopt the mouthes of the poore, that they should not have cryed to God, They would willingly have stopped the mouths of the poor, that they should not have cried to God, pns32 vmd av-j vhi vvn dt n2 pp-f dt j, cst pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2343 Page 718
14271 and presumed the eares of God would be stopt against their cry, let them cry as long as they would: and presumed the ears of God would be stopped against their cry, let them cry as long as they would: cc vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1, vvb pno32 vvi c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmd: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2343 Page 718
14272 they doe not say to the poore, goe and appeale to God, goe make your moane to God, (yet some have been thus impudently blasphemous, they do not say to the poor, go and appeal to God, go make your moan to God, (yet Some have been thus impudently blasphemous, pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j, vvb cc vvi p-acp np1, vvb vvb po22 n1 p-acp np1, (av d vhb vbn av av-j j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2343 Page 718
14273 when they have opprest the poore, to bid them, goe cry to their God) but here we are to understand it as the issue of the oppression, not as the desire of the oppressors. when they have oppressed the poor, to bid them, go cry to their God) but Here we Are to understand it as the issue of the oppression, not as the desire of the Oppressors's. c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt j, pc-acp vvi pno32, vvb vvb p-acp po32 n1) cc-acp av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2343 Page 718
14274 Their cruel and unrighteous dealing with the poore (like that of Pharaoh with the Israelites) caused the cry of the poore to come up unto him. Their cruel and unrighteous dealing with the poor (like that of Pharaoh with the Israelites) caused the cry of the poor to come up unto him. po32 j cc j-u n-vvg p-acp dt j (av-j d pp-f np1 p-acp dt np1) vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2343 Page 719
14275 Further, Some render the text, not as expressing (though supposing) the cry of the poore coming up to God, Further, some render the text, not as expressing (though supposing) the cry of the poor coming up to God, jc, d vvb dt n1, xx c-acp vvg (c-acp vvg) dt n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg a-acp p-acp np1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2344 Page 719
14276 but as reflecting or turning back in sad effects upon their oppressors; So that they cause the cry of the poore to come upon him; but as reflecting or turning back in sad effects upon their Oppressors's; So that they cause the cry of the poor to come upon him; cc-acp c-acp vvg cc vvg av p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 n2; av cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2344 Page 719
14277 that is, upon every one of them, meaning the wicked themselves; that is, upon every one of them, meaning the wicked themselves; cst vbz, p-acp d crd pp-f pno32, vvg dt j px32; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2344 Page 719
14278 they cause the cry of the poore to come upon them, or pull downe vengeance upon their owne heads. they cause the cry of the poor to come upon them, or pull down vengeance upon their own Heads. pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvb a-acp n1 p-acp po32 d n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2344 Page 719
14279 Severall learned Interpreters give that reading, taking the relative Him as a singular put for a plurall distributively, upon him, that is, upon every one of them; Several learned Interpreters give that reading, taking the relative Him as a singular put for a plural distributively, upon him, that is, upon every one of them; j j n2 vvb d n-vvg, vvg dt j pno31 p-acp dt j vvn p-acp dt j av-j, p-acp pno31, cst vbz, p-acp d crd pp-f pno32; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2344 Page 719
14280 taking also the cry of the poore by a metonymie of the effect, for that punishment which they deserved by their oppression, who caused the poore to cry. As if he had sayd; taking also the cry of the poor by a metonymy of the Effect, for that punishment which they deserved by their oppression, who caused the poor to cry. As if he had said; vvg av dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp cst n1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vvd dt j pc-acp vvi. p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2344 Page 719
14281 By this their wickedness they draw downe the wrath of God upon themselves. But I shall only pursue our reading, and give the sense accordingly. By this their wickedness they draw down the wrath of God upon themselves. But I shall only pursue our reading, and give the sense accordingly. p-acp d po32 n1 pns32 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp px32. cc-acp pns11 vmb av-j vvi po12 n-vvg, cc vvi dt n1 av-vvg. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2344 Page 719
14282 They cause the cry of the poore to come unto [ him ] that is, unto God. They cause the cry of the poor to come unto [ him ] that is, unto God. pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp [ pno31 ] cst vbz, p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2345 Page 719
14283 The cry of the poore is their mournfull cry, their pittifull lamenting cry; The cry of the poor is their mournful cry, their pitiful lamenting cry; dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz po32 j n1, po32 j j-vvg n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2345 Page 719
14284 yet this cry may possibly be, not so much vocall as reall, not so much what the poore did make formally or directly to God about their wrongs, yet this cry may possibly be, not so much vocal as real, not so much what the poor did make formally or directly to God about their wrongs, av d n1 vmb av-j vbi, xx av av-d j c-acp j, xx av av-d r-crq dt j vdd vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2-jn, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2345 Page 719
14285 but the very wrongs and evills which they suffered cryed to the righteous Judge of all the earth. but the very wrongs and evils which they suffered cried to the righteous Judge of all the earth. cc-acp dt j n2-jn cc n2-jn r-crq pns32 vvd vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2345 Page 719
14286 Their affliction had a cry, a voyce, a tongue, a thousand tongues in it. They cause the cry of the poore. Their affliction had a cry, a voice, a tongue, a thousand tongues in it. They cause the cry of the poor. po32 n1 vhd dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt crd n2 p-acp pn31. pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2345 Page 719
14287 The word properly signifieth those who are exhausted and drawne dry; The word properly signifies those who Are exhausted and drawn dry; dt n1 av-j vvz d r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2346 Page 719
14288 oppressors will squeze and suck such as they get into their power, till they have drawne out every drop; Oppressors's will squeeze and suck such as they get into their power, till they have drawn out every drop; n2 vmb vvb cc vvi d c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn av d n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2346 Page 719
14289 they will empty them from vessel to vessel, till they become empty vessels, and then like empty vessels the poore sound most and make the greatest cry. they will empty them from vessel to vessel, till they become empty vessels, and then like empty vessels the poor found most and make the greatest cry. pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vvb j n2, cc av av-j j n2 dt j n1 av-ds cc vvi dt js n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2346 Page 719
14290 When oppressors have got all the money out of the purses of the poore, when they have pull'd the bread out of their mouthes, When Oppressors's have god all the money out of the purses of the poor, when they have pulled the bred out of their mouths, c-crq n2 vhb vvn d dt n1 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 av pp-f po32 n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2346 Page 719
14291 and even drawne the blood out of their veines, then they (poore soules!) sound out and send up their cryes to purpose. and even drawn the blood out of their Veins, then they (poor Souls!) found out and send up their cries to purpose. cc av vvn dt n1 av pp-f po32 n2, cs pns32 (j n2!) vvb av cc vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2346 Page 719
14292 So that they cause the cry of the poore to come up unto him. Hence note. So that they cause the cry of the poor to come up unto him. Hence note. av cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31. av vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2346 Page 719
14293 First, One sin makes way for another. Turning back from God, brings in the non-consideration of the word and works of God; First, One since makes Way for Another. Turning back from God, brings in the nonconsideration of the word and works of God; ord, crd n1 vvz n1 p-acp j-jn. vvg av p-acp np1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2347 Page 719
14294 The word and works of God, not being considered, brings in the workes of unrighteousnesse towards men, The word and works of God, not being considered, brings in the works of unrighteousness towards men, dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1, xx vbg vvn, vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2348 Page 720
14295 or oppression of the poore. One sin given way to, makes way for many more. or oppression of the poor. One since given Way to, makes Way for many more. cc n1 pp-f dt j. crd n1 vvn n1 p-acp, vvz n1 p-acp d dc. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2348 Page 720
14296 No man knows where he shall end in doing evill, when once he begins to doe evill. No man knows where he shall end in doing evil, when once he begins to do evil. dx n1 vvz c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp vdg n-jn, c-crq a-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi j-jn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2348 Page 720
14297 David having defiled the wife is led to the murder of her husband. Peter having first disowned or denyed his Master, proceeded to forsweare him. David having defiled the wife is led to the murder of her husband. Peter having First disowned or denied his Master, proceeded to forswear him. np1 vhg vvn dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. np1 vhg ord vvn cc vvd po31 n1, vvd pc-acp vvi pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2348 Page 720
14298 If good men are thus hurryed from sin to sin before they come to repentance, whether will sin carry wicked men, who goe onne and onne impenitently? Secondly, Note. If good men Are thus hurried from since to sin before they come to Repentance, whither will since carry wicked men, who go onne and onne impenitently? Secondly, Note. cs j n2 vbr av vvd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cs vmb n1 vvi j n2, r-crq vvb n1 cc vvn av-jn? ord, n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2348 Page 720
14299 They are the worst sort of wicked who make poore men cry. They Are the worst sort of wicked who make poor men cry. pns32 vbr dt js n1 pp-f j r-crq vvb j n2 vvb. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2349 Page 720
14300 Oppression is a sin against the light and law of nature, as well as against the light and law of God; Oppression is a since against the Light and law of nature, as well as against the Light and law of God; n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2350 Page 720
14301 every sin is the more sinfull, by how much it is committed against more light of any kinde, every since is the more sinful, by how much it is committed against more Light of any kind, d n1 vbz dt av-dc j, p-acp c-crq av-d pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dc n1 pp-f d n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2350 Page 720
14302 or against more kindes of light; or against more Kinds of Light; cc p-acp dc n2 pp-f n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2350 Page 720
14303 And those sins are extreamly high, which are committed against the lowest and most common light, that of Nature. And those Sins Are extremely high, which Are committed against the lowest and most Common Light, that of Nature. cc d n2 vbr av-jn j, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n1, cst pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2350 Page 720
14304 They who sin against the light of grace, against the light of the Spirit, sin (as the Prophet speakes, Hos: 6.7.) like men, but they who sin against the light of nature, They who sin against the Light of grace, against the Light of the Spirit, since (as the Prophet speaks, Hos: 6.7.) like men, but they who sin against the Light of nature, pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz, fw-la: crd.) av-j n2, p-acp pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2350 Page 720
14305 sin as if they were not so much as men but very beasts, yea worse then many beasts, there being scarce any of them who (as oppressors doe) devoure those of their owne kind, since as if they were not so much as men but very beasts, yea Worse then many beasts, there being scarce any of them who (as Oppressors's do) devour those of their own kind, n1 c-acp cs pns32 vbdr xx av av-d c-acp n2 p-acp j n2, uh av-jc cs d n2, a-acp vbg j d pp-f pno32 r-crq (c-acp n2 vdb) vvb d pp-f po32 d n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2350 Page 720
14306 though of some of them it be sayd and experienced (especially of the fishes in the Sea) that the Greater devoure the lesse, though of Some of them it be said and experienced (especially of the Fish in the Sea) that the Greater devour the less, cs pp-f d pp-f pno32 pn31 vbi vvn cc j-vvn (av-j pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1) cst dt jc vvb dt av-dc, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2350 Page 720
14307 as the mighty men of whom Elihu spake did the poore, causing their cry to come up unto God. Thirdly, Note. as the mighty men of whom Elihu spoke did the poor, causing their cry to come up unto God. Thirdly, Note. c-acp dt j n2 pp-f r-crq np1 vvd vdd dt j, vvg po32 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1. ord, n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2350 Page 720
14308 Oppression will quickly cause a Cry. Oppression will quickly cause a Cry. n1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2351 Page 720
14309 ( Isa: 5.7.) I looked for Judgement, but behold oppression, and for righteousnesse, and behold a cry; (Isaiah: 5.7.) I looked for Judgement, but behold oppression, and for righteousness, and behold a cry; (np1: crd.) pns11 vvd p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb n1, cc p-acp n1, cc vvb dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 720
14310 that is, the cry of the oppressed. that is, the cry of the oppressed. cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 720
14311 As the act of oppression is a crying sin, so the effect of it is crying; As the act of oppression is a crying since, so the Effect of it is crying; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1, av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvg; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 720
14312 Oppression cryeth loud, though the oppressed shut their mouthes in silence and say nothing, yet usually the oppressed cannot forbeare crying. Oppression Cries loud, though the oppressed shut their mouths in silence and say nothing, yet usually the oppressed cannot forbear crying. n1 vvz av-j, cs dt j-vvn vvb po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc vvb pix, av av-j dt j-vvn vmbx vvi vvg. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 720
14313 The Apostle James (Chap: 5.3.) schooles the wicked rich men of the world, with, a Go to now weepe and howle, &c. Your riches are corrupt, and your garments moth-eaten; The Apostle James (Chap: 5.3.) Schools the wicked rich men of the world, with, a Go to now weep and howl, etc. Your riches Are corrupt, and your garments moth-eaten; dt n1 np1 (n1: crd.) n2 dt j j n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp, dt vvb p-acp av vvi cc vvi, av po22 n2 vbr j, cc po22 n2 j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 720
14314 Behold the hire of the labourers which have reaped downe your fields, which is of you kept back by fraud, cryeth, Behold the hire of the labourers which have reaped down your fields, which is of you kept back by fraud, Cries, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq vhb vvn a-acp po22 n2, r-crq vbz pp-f pn22 vvd av p-acp n1, vvz, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 721
14315 and the crys of them which have reaped are entred into the ears of the Lord of Sabaoth. and the cries of them which have reaped Are entered into the ears of the Lord of Sabaoth. cc dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vhb vvn vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 721
14316 As the poore labourers cryed, so their hire that was detained cryed also. As the poor labourers cried, so their hire that was detained cried also. p-acp dt j n2 vvd, av po32 n1 cst vbds vvn vvd av. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 721
14317 The loud cry both of the oppressed and of oppression is often reported and recorded in Scripture, read ( Exod: 2.23. Lam: 1.17. Chap: 2.18. Psal: 86.14.) The oppressed who cry are in a sad condition, but the condition of oppressors who make the poor cry is much more sad; The loud cry both of the oppressed and of oppression is often reported and recorded in Scripture, read (Exod: 2.23. Lam: 1.17. Chap: 2.18. Psalm: 86.14.) The oppressed who cry Are in a sad condition, but the condition of Oppressors's who make the poor cry is much more sad; dt j n1 av-d pp-f dt j-vvn cc pp-f n1 vbz av vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, vvb (j: crd. np1: crd. n1: crd. np1: crd.) dt vvn r-crq n1 vbr p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vvb dt j n1 vbz d dc j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 721
14318 For, as the text hath it, The cry of the poore cometh up to God. Though God should not come downe to that, yet that cometh up to God. For, as the text hath it, The cry of the poor comes up to God. Though God should not come down to that, yet that comes up to God. c-acp, c-acp dt n1 vhz pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt j vvz a-acp p-acp np1. cs np1 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp d, av cst vvz a-acp p-acp np1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2352 Page 721
14319 And when it is sayd the cry cometh up to him, and not he at the cry. And when it is said the cry comes up to him, and not he At the cry. cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp pno31, cc xx pns31 p-acp dt n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14320 This intimates the cry of oppression, a very loud cry, that's a loud cry that ascends up to heaven; This intimates the cry of oppression, a very loud cry, that's a loud cry that ascends up to heaven; np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j j n1, d|vbz dt j n1 cst vvz a-acp p-acp n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14321 Cities walled up to heaven, are high-walled Cities, and cryes reaching up to heaven, are high-strained cryes. Cities walled up to heaven, Are high-walled Cities, and cries reaching up to heaven, Are high-strained cries. n2 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, vbr j n2, cc n2 vvg a-acp p-acp n1, vbr j n2. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14322 The breach of a commandement makes a great crack, especially when it is such a breach as makes the poore cry too. The breach of a Commandment makes a great Crac, especially when it is such a breach as makes the poor cry too. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt j n1, av-j c-crq pn31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz dt j n1 av. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14323 If a Great house, or a Tower fall suddenly, what a noyse doth it make? Certainly the unjust pulling downe of any poore man, is like the fall of a great house, If a Great house, or a Tower fallen suddenly, what a noise does it make? Certainly the unjust pulling down of any poor man, is like the fallen of a great house, cs dt j n1, cc dt n1 vvi av-j, r-crq dt n1 vdz pn31 vvi? av-j dt j vvg a-acp pp-f d j n1, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14324 or of a tower, it makes a noyse that reacheth up to heaven; he doth not speak of Gods coming downe. or of a tower, it makes a noise that reaches up to heaven; he does not speak of God's coming down. cc pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 cst vvz a-acp p-acp n1; pns31 vdz xx vvi pp-f ng1 vvg a-acp. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14325 When Cain had slaine his brother Abel, the Lord sayd ( Gen: 4.10.) The voyce of thy brothers blood cryeth unto me from the ground; When Cain had slain his brother Abel, the Lord said (Gen: 4.10.) The voice of thy Brother's blood Cries unto me from the ground; c-crq np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 np1, dt n1 vvd (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f po21 ng1 n1 vvz p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14326 and so the cry of Sodom came up to God, ( Gen: 18.21.) The fall of a poore man makes a report as farre as heaven. and so the cry of Sodom Come up to God, (Gen: 18.21.) The fallen of a poor man makes a report as Far as heaven. cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd a-acp p-acp np1, (np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz dt n1 c-acp av-j c-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14327 Among men the fall of Princes and mighty men, makes a huge noyse, all the world is filled with the fall of a Prince, 'tis told every where, A great Prince is fallen. Among men the fallen of Princes and mighty men, makes a huge noise, all the world is filled with the fallen of a Prince, it's told every where, A great Prince is fallen. p-acp n2 dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j n2, vvz dt j n1, d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31|vbz vvn d c-crq, dt j n1 vbz vvn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14328 But I tell you the fall of a poore godly man, of the meanest of the servants of God, makes a greater cry then the fall of the greatest Prince in the world who is not so. But I tell you the fallen of a poor godly man, of the Meanest of the Servants of God, makes a greater cry then the fallen of the greatest Prince in the world who is not so. p-acp pns11 vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1, pp-f dt js pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vvz dt jc n1 cs dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz xx av. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14329 The fall of a poore man by the oppression of the wicked, possibly is not heard a mile from the place where it was done on eatth, The fallen of a poor man by the oppression of the wicked, possibly is not herd a mile from the place where it was done on Earth, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, av-j vbz xx vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbds vdn p-acp av, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14330 yet it reacheth up to heaven; oppression hath not only a voyce, but a very loud voyce. yet it reaches up to heaven; oppression hath not only a voice, but a very loud voice. av pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp n1; n1 vhz xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp dt j j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14331 To wrong a rich man, who can beare the wrong and be a rich man still, is a sin which hath a voyce in it; To wrong a rich man, who can bear the wrong and be a rich man still, is a since which hath a voice in it; p-acp j-jn dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt j-jn cc vbb dt j n1 av, vbz dt n1 r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14332 but the sin which the Scripture saith hath a cry in it, is the oppressing of a poore man. but the since which the Scripture Says hath a cry in it, is the oppressing of a poor man. cc-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, vbz dt vvg pp-f dt j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 721
14334 Some take a kinde of liberty, if he be a rich man that they are to put a reckoning upon, they thinke they may doe it somewhat largely, some take a kind of liberty, if he be a rich man that they Are to put a reckoning upon, they think they may do it somewhat largely, d vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vbb dt j n1 cst pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg p-acp, pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vdi pn31 av av-j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 722
14335 and say, he is able to beare it. and say, he is able to bear it. cc vvi, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 722
14336 But be the man never so rich and able to beare it, yet to wrong him is a sin, But be the man never so rich and able to bear it, yet to wrong him is a since, p-acp vbi dt n1 av-x av j cc j pc-acp vvi pn31, av pc-acp vvi pno31 vbz dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 722
14337 and a sin that God will take notice of to punish. and a since that God will take notice of to Punish. cc dt n1 cst np1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pc-acp vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 722
14338 And though he can beare the wrong done, yet the wrong-doer will hardly be able to beare it when he comes to reckon with God for it. And though he can bear the wrong done, yet the wrongdoer will hardly be able to bear it when he comes to reckon with God for it. cc cs pns31 vmb vvi dt n-jn vdn, av dt n1 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 722
14339 Thus (I say) to wrong the rich offends God; but to wrong the poore cryeth to God; Thus (I say) to wrong the rich offends God; but to wrong the poor Cries to God; av (pns11 vvb) pc-acp vvi dt j vvz np1; cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt j vvz p-acp np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 722
14340 and as it followeth in the text. He heareth the cry of the afflicted. and as it follows in the text. He hears the cry of the afflicted. cc c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1. pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2353 Page 722
14341 Many cryes come up to God which he doth not heare, he doth not regard them, Many cries come up to God which he does not hear, he does not regard them, d n2 vvb a-acp p-acp np1 r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14342 and 'tis possible for a poore man to cry to God and God not heare him, in the sence here spoken of; and it's possible for a poor man to cry to God and God not hear him, in the sense Here spoken of; cc pn31|vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc np1 xx vvi pno31, p-acp dt n1 av vvn pp-f; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14343 Some poore men cry (as we say) before they are hurt; some poor men cry (as we say) before they Are hurt; d j n2 vvi (c-acp pns12 vvb) c-acp pns32 vbr vvn; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14344 they cry rather out of discontent then want, they cry because they have not what they desire, not because they have not what they need. they cry rather out of discontent then want, they cry Because they have not what they desire, not Because they have not what they need. pns32 vvb av-c av pp-f n-jn cs n1, pns32 vvb c-acp pns32 vhb xx r-crq pns32 vvb, xx c-acp pns32 vhb xx r-crq pns32 vvb. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14345 God will not heare the cry of such, though poore: God will not hear the cry of such, though poor: np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d, cs j: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14346 but when a poore man is afflicted, when a poore man that is humbled (as the word here signifies) and layd low in his state, is low also in spirit, but when a poor man is afflicted, when a poor man that is humbled (as the word Here signifies) and laid low in his state, is low also in Spirit, cc-acp c-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn, c-crq dt j n1 cst vbz vvn (c-acp dt n1 av vvz) cc vvd av-j p-acp po31 n1, vbz j av p-acp n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14347 and lowly in minde, God heareth the cry of such a poore man. and lowly in mind, God hears the cry of such a poor man. cc j p-acp n1, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d dt j n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14348 If a poore man have a proud spirit, or is humorous, God will not heare him, though he cry. If a poor man have a proud Spirit, or is humorous, God will not hear him, though he cry. cs dt j n1 vhb dt j n1, cc vbz j, np1 vmb xx vvi pno31, cs pns31 vvb. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14349 The word here rendred, afflicted, signifies not only a man destitute of helpe, of strength, of friends, of assistance, (such is the reach and strength of that word) but he is one of a submitting patient spirit, The word Here rendered, afflicted, signifies not only a man destitute of help, of strength, of Friends, of assistance, (such is the reach and strength of that word) but he is one of a submitting patient Spirit, dt n1 av vvn, vvn, vvz xx av-j dt n1 j pp-f n1, pp-f n1, pp-f n2, pp-f n1, (d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1) cc-acp pns31 vbz pi pp-f dt vvg j n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14350 or it noteth a man not only first, unable to resist his oppressor, but, secondly, unwilling at least not forward to make resistance, or it notes a man not only First, unable to resist his oppressor, but, secondly, unwilling At least not forward to make resistance, cc pn31 vvz dt n1 xx av-j ord, j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc-acp, ord, j p-acp ds xx j pc-acp vvi n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14351 but sitting downe by the losse quietly, or possessing his soule in patience when he hath lost all that he possessed by oppression. but sitting down by the loss quietly, or possessing his soul in patience when he hath lost all that he possessed by oppression. cc-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 av-jn, cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14352 The Lord hears the cry of this afflicted man; he will not reject his cry, nor stop his ears against it. The Lord hears the cry of this afflicted man; he will not reject his cry, nor stop his ears against it. dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d j-vvn n1; pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1, ccx vvi po31 n2 p-acp pn31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14353 And when Elihu saith, He heareth the cry of the afflicted, his meaning is, he yeilds or grants him the thing he cryes, for. Hence note. And when Elihu Says, He hears the cry of the afflicted, his meaning is, he yields or grants him the thing he cries, for. Hence note. cc c-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, po31 n1 vbz, pns31 vvz cc vvz pno31 dt n1 pns31 vvz, p-acp. av vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2354 Page 722
14354 First, God graciously heares the cry of humble oppressed ones. Whosoever cry to him upon just cause; First, God graciously hears the cry of humble oppressed ones. Whosoever cry to him upon just cause; ord, np1 av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f j vvn pi2. r-crq vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2355 Page 722
14355 being indeed opprest, though they are not godly, yet God will take notice of their cry; being indeed oppressed, though they Are not godly, yet God will take notice of their cry; vbg av vvn, cs pns32 vbr xx j, av np1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f po32 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2356 Page 722
14356 for he will right the oppressed as oppressed, and therefore the Jewes had those cautions ( Exod: 22.23. Deut: 24.15.) not to wrong any servant or stranger, let him be who or whence he would, lest he cry to me (saith God) and it be sin to thee. for he will right the oppressed as oppressed, and Therefore the Jews had those cautions (Exod: 22.23. Deuteronomy: 24.15.) not to wrong any servant or stranger, let him be who or whence he would, lest he cry to me (Says God) and it be since to thee. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt j-vvn c-acp vvn, cc av dt np2 vhd d n2 (j: crd. fw-fr: crd.) xx pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1, vvb pno31 vbi r-crq cc c-crq pns31 vmd, cs pns31 vvb p-acp pno11 (vvz np1) cc pn31 vbi n1 p-acp pno21. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2356 Page 722
14357 But when any are not only opprest and suffer wrong, but are also godly, of humble and lowly spirits, they are heard much more; But when any Are not only oppressed and suffer wrong, but Are also godly, of humble and lowly spirits, they Are herd much more; cc-acp c-crq d vbr xx av-j vvn cc vvi j-jn, cc-acp vbr av j, pp-f j cc j n2, pns32 vbr vvn av-d av-dc; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2356 Page 723
14358 when it is not only a cry of nature, but a cry of grace; when it is not only a cry of nature, but a cry of grace; c-crq pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2356 Page 723
14359 not only a complaining cry, but a praying cry, God will certainly hear, ( Luke 18.12.) Shall not God avenge his own elect that cry to him day and night? when it is not only a complaining cry that they are under oppression, not only a complaining cry, but a praying cry, God will Certainly hear, (Lycia 18.12.) Shall not God avenge his own elect that cry to him day and night? when it is not only a complaining cry that they Are under oppression, xx av-j dt vvg n1, cc-acp dt j-vvg n1, np1 vmb av-j vvi, (av crd.) vmb xx np1 vvi po31 d vvb cst vvb p-acp pno31 n1 cc n1? c-crq pn31 vbz xx av-j dt vvg n1 cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2356 Page 723
14360 but a believing cry to be, or that they shall be delivered from oppression, when it is a holy cry, the cry of the elect, God cannot but hear their cry. but a believing cry to be, or that they shall be Delivered from oppression, when it is a holy cry, the cry of the elect, God cannot but hear their cry. cc-acp dt j-vvg n1 pc-acp vbi, cc cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, c-crq pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, np1 vmbx cc-acp vvi po32 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2356 Page 723
14361 He heareth other cryes, he heareth the cry of the Ravens when they call upon him, He hears other cries, he hears the cry of the Ravens when they call upon him, pns31 vvz j-jn n2, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2356 Page 723
14362 and provides for them, much more will he hear the cry of Saints, the cry of believers, the cry of the humbled and humble. Secondly, as hearing notes granting, Observe. and provides for them, much more will he hear the cry of Saints, the cry of believers, the cry of the humbled and humble. Secondly, as hearing notes granting, Observe. cc vvz p-acp pno32, av-d av-dc vmb pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn cc j. ord, c-acp vvg n2 vvg, vvb. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2356 Page 723
14363 The cry of the oppressed brings vengeance upon oppressors. Read Psal. 12.6. Eccles. 10.26. Isa. 33.1. Jer. 22.16. All these Scriptures teach this truth, that the cry of the oppressed brings vengeance on oppressors: The cry of the oppressed brings vengeance upon Oppressors's. Read Psalm 12.6. Eccles. 10.26. Isaiah 33.1. Jer. 22.16. All these Scriptures teach this truth, that the cry of the oppressed brings vengeance on Oppressors's: dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn vvz n1 p-acp n2. vvd np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. av-d d n2 vvb d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn vvz n1 p-acp n2: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2358 Page 723
14364 Let the mighty remember, 'Tis dangerous medling with Gods poor; 'tis dangerous medling with any poor, but most dangerous medling with Gods poor. Let the mighty Remember, It's dangerous meddling with God's poor; it's dangerous meddling with any poor, but most dangerous meddling with God's poor. vvb dt j vvi, pn31|vbz j vvg p-acp npg1 j; pn31|vbz j vvg p-acp d j, cc-acp ds j vvg p-acp npg1 j. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14365 Some will say, there is such a great man, it is dangerous medling with him, and they are afraid to wrong him, they dare not do it; some will say, there is such a great man, it is dangerous meddling with him, and they Are afraid to wrong him, they Dare not do it; d vmb vvi, pc-acp vbz d dt j n1, pn31 vbz j vvg p-acp pno31, cc pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno31, pns32 vvb xx vdi pn31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14366 if ever (say they) he should come to know it, he may break our backs, sit on our skirts, if ever (say they) he should come to know it, he may break our backs, fit on our skirts, cs av (vvb pns32) pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2, vvb p-acp po12 n2, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14367 and crush us with his power; and crush us with his power; cc vvb pno12 p-acp po31 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14368 but if they can get an underling, a man below them, they presume there is no great danger in oppressing him; but if they can get an underling, a man below them, they presume there is no great danger in oppressing him; cc-acp cs pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp vvg pno31; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14369 what can he do? if he bark, he cannot bite; if he hath a tongue, he hath no teeth; what can he do? if he bark, he cannot bite; if he hath a tongue, he hath no teeth; q-crq vmb pns31 vdi? cs pns31 vvb, pns31 vmbx vvi; cs pns31 vhz dt n1, pns31 vhz dx n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14370 we can deal with him well enough. we can deal with him well enough. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av av-d. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14371 Thus, I say, men think it dangerous to wrong great men, but conclude they may do what they please with the poor, and those that are underlings; Thus, I say, men think it dangerous to wrong great men, but conclude they may do what they please with the poor, and those that Are underlings; av, pns11 vvb, n2 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi j n2, cc-acp vvb pns32 vmb vdi r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt j, cc d cst vbr n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14372 but we should more fear to wrong a poor man, then to wrong a rich man, but we should more Fear to wrong a poor man, then to wrong a rich man, cc-acp pns12 vmd av-dc vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cs pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14373 though we ought not to do either; though we ought not to do either; cs pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vdi d; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14374 yet, I say, we should more fear to wrong the poor then the rich, because the poor are under the special protection of the great God; yet, I say, we should more Fear to wrong the poor then the rich, Because the poor Are under the special protection of the great God; av, pns11 vvb, pns12 vmd av-dc vvi pc-acp vvi dt j av dt j, c-acp dt j vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j np1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 723
14376 Therefore Solomon gives that serious caution, ( Prov. 23.10, 11.) Enter not into the Vineyard of the fatherless; Therefore Solomon gives that serious caution, (Curae 23.10, 11.) Enter not into the Vineyard of the fatherless; av np1 vvz d j n1, (np1 crd, crd) vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14377 (do not oppress the poor fatherless,) for his avenger is mighty, and God will plead his cause for him. (do not oppress the poor fatherless,) for his avenger is mighty, and God will plead his cause for him. (vdb xx vvi dt j j,) p-acp po31 n1 vbz j, cc np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14378 You think you may do any thing with the poor and fatherless; You think you may do any thing with the poor and fatherless; pn22 vvb pn22 vmb vdi d n1 p-acp dt j cc j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14379 O saith wise Solomon, take heed, do not invade the heritage of the fatherless, (we are not to take the fatherless there in a strict sence, Oh Says wise Solomon, take heed, do not invade the heritage of the fatherless, (we Are not to take the fatherless there in a strict sense, uh vvz j np1, vvb n1, vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, (po12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi dt j a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14380 for those whose parents are dead, but any that are poor and low, are fatherless, as the Prophet calls them Hos. 14.3.) In thee the fatherless findeth mercy; for those whose Parents Are dead, but any that Are poor and low, Are fatherless, as the Prophet calls them Hos. 14.3.) In thee the fatherless finds mercy; p-acp d rg-crq n2 vbr j, cc-acp d cst vbr j cc j, vbr j, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 np1 crd.) p-acp pno21 dt j vvz n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14381 beware saith he how you deal with the fatherless, for his Redeemer is mighty: beware Says he how you deal with the fatherless, for his Redeemer is mighty: vvb vvz pns31 c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt j, p-acp po31 n1 vbz j: (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14382 though he hath no might, yet he hath a mighty Redeemer, and he will plead his cause for him. though he hath no might, yet he hath a mighty Redeemer, and he will plead his cause for him. c-acp pns31 vhz dx n1, av pns31 vhz av j n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14383 Possibly the poor man cannot plead with thee, he cannot try it out with thee in Law, he cannot see an Advocate, Possibly the poor man cannot plead with thee, he cannot try it out with thee in Law, he cannot see an Advocate, av-j dt j n1 vmbx vvi p-acp pno21, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 av p-acp pno21 p-acp n1, pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14384 but God can and will be his Advocate. but God can and will be his Advocate. cc-acp np1 vmb cc vmb vbi po31 n1. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14385 Therefore you that dare not wrong the mighty for fear they should crush you, be much more afraid to wrong the poor, Therefore you that Dare not wrong the mighty for Fear they should crush you, be much more afraid to wrong the poor, av pn22 cst vvb xx vvi dt j p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vvi pn22, vbb d dc j pc-acp vvi dt j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14386 for God is their avenger, and how easily can he crush you? Lastly, This is matter of comfort to the godly poor, to the humble and meek; for God is their avenger, and how Easily can he crush you? Lastly, This is matter of Comfort to the godly poor, to the humble and meek; c-acp np1 vbz po32 n1, cc c-crq av-j vmb pns31 vvi pn22? ord, d vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j j, p-acp dt j cc j; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2359 Page 724
14387 they may look for help from God in all their afflictions and hard usages they meet with in this world from the hands of men; they may look for help from God in all their afflictions and hard usages they meet with in this world from the hands of men; pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d po32 n2 cc j n2 pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2360 Page 724
14388 when men even eat them up as bread, and ride over their heads as if they were but dirt, they may appeal to heaven and there have audience, they may r•fer their cause to God and be righted, He that is their Redeemer is mighty, when men even eat them up as bred, and ride over their Heads as if they were but dirt, they may appeal to heaven and there have audience, they may r•fer their cause to God and be righted, He that is their Redeemer is mighty, c-crq n2 av vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vhi n1, pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1 cc vbi vvn, pns31 cst vbz po32 n1 vbz j, (32) chapter (DIV2) 2360 Page 724
14389 and he will plead their cause; and he will plead their cause; cc pns31 vmb vvi po32 n1; (32) chapter (DIV2) 2360 Page 724
14390 The expectations of the poor shall not perish for ever, (Psal. 9.18.) that is, it shall never perish. The Expectations of the poor shall not perish for ever, (Psalm 9.18.) that is, it shall never perish. dt n2 pp-f dt j vmb xx vvi p-acp av, (np1 crd.) cst vbz, pn31 vmb av-x vvi. (32) chapter (DIV2) 2360 Page 724
14391 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 29. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 29. np1. np1 crd np1 crd (33) chapter (DIV2) 2360 Page 725
14392 When he giveth quietness, who can make trouble? and when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? whether it be done against a Nation, or against a man only. When he gives quietness, who can make trouble? and when he Hideth his face, who then can behold him? whither it be done against a nation, or against a man only. c-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1? cc c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, r-crq av vmb vvi pno31? cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 av-j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2361 Page 725
14393 THis verse is an argument or proof of what Elihu affirmed in the former, that, God heareth the cry of the poor: THis verse is an argument or proof of what Elihu affirmed in the former, that, God hears the cry of the poor: d n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvn p-acp dt j, cst, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2362 Page 725
14394 He doubtless heareth the cry of the poor, when he stops or takes away the cry of the poor, He doubtless hears the cry of the poor, when he stops or Takes away the cry of the poor, pns31 av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j, c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2362 Page 725
14395 when he sets the poor in a quiet state, or settles them in peace, in such a peace, when he sets the poor in a quiet state, or settles them in peace, in such a peace, c-crq pns31 vvz dt j p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp d dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2362 Page 725
14396 as their proud and wrathful oppressors shall not be able to disturb. as their proud and wrathful Oppressors's shall not be able to disturb. c-acp po32 j cc j n2 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2362 Page 725
14787 how long our troubles should last, and when we should have our expected end of them; how long our Troubles should last, and when we should have our expected end of them; c-crq av-j po12 n2 vmd vvi, cc c-crq pns12 vmd vhi po12 j-vvn n1 pp-f pno32; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14397 Thus the Lord dealeth graciously in reference both so persons, and Nations, that cry unto him; Thus the Lord deals graciously in Referente both so Persons, and nations, that cry unto him; av dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp n1 av-d av n2, cc n2, cst vvb p-acp pno31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2362 Page 725
14398 and that's an undeniable argument, that he heareth their cry, the cry of distressed persons, the cry of distressed Nations. and that's an undeniable argument, that he hears their cry, the cry of distressed Persons, the cry of distressed nations. cc d|vbz dt j n1, cst pns31 vvz po32 n1, dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2362 Page 725
14399 Vers. 29. When he giveth quietness, who then can make trouble? and when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? whether it be done against a Nation, or against a man only. Vers. 29. When he gives quietness, who then can make trouble? and when he Hideth his face, who then can behold him? whither it be done against a nation, or against a man only. np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq av vmb vvi n1? cc c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, r-crq av vmb vvi pno31? cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 av-j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2362 Page 725
14400 The first part of the sentence, rendred, when he giveth quietness, is but one word in the Hebrew, we had it before ( chap. 3.13.) where Job supposeth if he had died in his infancy, then should he have been still, The First part of the sentence, rendered, when he gives quietness, is but one word in the Hebrew, we had it before (chap. 3.13.) where Job Supposeth if he had died in his infancy, then should he have been still, dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn, c-crq pns31 vvz n1, vbz p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt njp, pns12 vhd pn31 p-acp (n1 crd.) q-crq np1 vvz cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1, av vmd pns31 vhi vbn av, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2363 Page 725
14401 and been quiet, he should have slept, and been at rest. and been quiet, he should have slept, and been At rest. cc vbi j-jn, pns31 vmd vhi vvn, cc vbn p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2363 Page 725
14402 The grave is a silent and quiet abiding place, the dead are quitted of all worldly unquietness. The grave is a silent and quiet abiding place, the dead Are quit of all worldly unquietness. dt n1 vbz dt j cc j-jn j-vvg n1, dt j vbr vvn pp-f d j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2363 Page 725
14403 And at the 26th verse of the same chapter, Job saith, I was not in safety, neither was I quiet: And At the 26th verse of the same chapter, Job Says, I was not in safety, neither was I quiet: cc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt d n1, n1 vvz, pns11 vbds xx p-acp n1, dx vbds pns11 j-jn: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2363 Page 725
14404 (that is, secure) yet trouble came. So then, as this word notes, the quietness of the dead who have no sense of trouble, (that is, secure) yet trouble Come. So then, as this word notes, the quietness of the dead who have no sense of trouble, (cst vbz, j) av n1 vvd. av av, c-acp d n1 n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j r-crq vhb dx n1 pp-f n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2363 Page 725
14405 so it notes such a quietness of the living as hath no fear of trouble, When he giveth quietness, or as Master Broughton translates, when he maketh rest, who &c. The Italian version is, if he sendeth home in peace, &c. As if it had been said, If he by his soveraigne sentence freeth out of slavery and oppression, so it notes such a quietness of the living as hath no Fear of trouble, When he gives quietness, or as Master Broughton translates, when he makes rest, who etc. The Italian version is, if he sends home in peace, etc. As if it had been said, If he by his sovereign sentence freeth out of slavery and oppression, av pn31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg a-acp vhz dx n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvz n1, cc p-acp n1 np1 vvz, c-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq av dt jp n1 vbz, cs pns31 vvz av-an p-acp n1, av c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn, cs pns31 p-acp po31 j-jn n1 vvz av pp-f n1 cc n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2363 Page 725
14406 as he did the children of Israel out of the bondage of Egypt &c. If he commandeth rest and quiet, then, as he did the children of Israel out of the bondage of Egypt etc. If he commands rest and quiet, then, c-acp pns31 vdd dt n2 pp-f np1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av cs pns31 vvz n1 cc j-jn, av, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2363 Page 725
14407 as it followeth, Who can make trouble? as it follows, Who can make trouble? c-acp pn31 vvz, q-crq vmb vvi n1? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2363 Page 726
14408 Or, as Master Broughton renders, who can disturb? Who can disease those to whom God gives ease, Or, as Master Broughton renders, who can disturb? Who can disease those to whom God gives ease, cc, c-acp n1 np1 vvz, r-crq vmb vvi? q-crq vmb vvi d p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2364 Page 726
14409 or oppresse those to whom God gives protection? The words bear the signification of a divine challenge, or oppress those to whom God gives protection? The words bear the signification of a divine challenge, cc vvi d p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz n1? dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2364 Page 726
14410 like that, ( Rom. 8.31.) If God be for us, who can be against us? or like that ( vers. 34.) Who shall lay any thing to the charge of Gods elect? Let us see the man, like that, (Rom. 8.31.) If God be for us, who can be against us? or like that (vers. 34.) Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's elect? Let us see the man, vvb d, (np1 crd.) cs np1 vbb p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp pno12? cc av-j d (fw-la. crd) q-crq vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb? vvb pno12 vvi dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2364 Page 726
14411 or the devil, that can charge the elect and prevail. or the Devil, that can charge the elect and prevail. cc dt n1, cst vmb vvi dt j cc vvi. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2364 Page 726
14412 Such is the Emphasis of the present 〈 ◊ 〉, When he giveth quietness, who then can make trouble? Where is the man, high or low, great or small that can do it? Such is the Emphasis of the present 〈 ◊ 〉, When he gives quietness, who then can make trouble? Where is the man, high or low, great or small that can do it? d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j 〈 sy 〉, c-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq av vmb vvi n1? q-crq vbz dt n1, j cc j, j cc j cst vmb vdi pn31? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2364 Page 726
14413 Further, the word which we translate make trouble, hath a threefold eminent signification in Scripture. First, It signifieth to be wicked, or to do wickedly; Further, the word which we translate make trouble, hath a threefold eminent signification in Scripture. First, It signifies to be wicked, or to do wickedly; jc, dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvi n1, vhz dt j j n1 p-acp n1. ord, pn31 vvz p-acp vbb j, cc pc-acp vdi av-j; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2365 Page 726
14414 thus we read it at the 12th verse of this chapter, Surely God will not do wickedly. thus we read it At the 12th verse of this chapter, Surely God will not do wickedly. av pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, av-j np1 vmb xx vdi av-j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2366 Page 726
14416 The same word signifieth to do wickedly, and to make trouble, because to do wickedly bringeth trouble often upon others, alwayes upon the doers. Secondly; The same word signifies to do wickedly, and to make trouble, Because to do wickedly brings trouble often upon Others, always upon the doers. Secondly; dt d n1 vvz pc-acp vdi av-j, cc pc-acp vvi n1, c-acp pc-acp vdi av-j vvz n1 av p-acp n2-jn, av p-acp dt n2. ord; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2366 Page 726
14417 it signifieth to condemn; thus we translate, at the 17th verse of this chapter, Wilt thou condemn him (as one that hath done wickedly) who is most just? The same word may well signifie to do wickedly, it signifies to condemn; thus we translate, At the 17th verse of this chapter, Wilt thou condemn him (as one that hath done wickedly) who is most just? The same word may well signify to do wickedly, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi; av pns12 vvb, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 (c-acp pi cst vhz vdn av-j) r-crq vbz av-ds j? dt d n1 vmb av vvi pc-acp vdi av-j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2367 Page 726
14418 and to condemn, because they who do so, are worthy to be condemned. and to condemn, Because they who do so, Are worthy to be condemned. cc pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns32 r-crq vdb av, vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2367 Page 726
14419 In this sense also we translate it, in that famous Prophesie of Christ, ( Isa. 50.9.) He is near that justifieth me, who shall condemn me? or make me wicked and unrighteous. In this sense also we translate it, in that famous Prophesy of christ, (Isaiah 50.9.) He is near that Justifieth me, who shall condemn me? or make me wicked and unrighteous. p-acp d n1 av pns12 vvb pn31, p-acp cst j vvi pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) pns31 vbz j cst vvz pno11, r-crq vmb vvi pno11? cc vvb pno11 j cc j-u. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2367 Page 726
14420 Thus some render the minde of Elihu in this place, if he giveth peace or quietness, who can condemn? Thus Some render the mind of Elihu in this place, if he gives peace or quietness, who can condemn? av d vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cs pns31 vvz n1 cc n1, r-crq vmb vvi? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2367 Page 726
14421 Thirdly, The word signifieth, as we render, to trouble, molest, or vex; Thirdly, The word signifies, as we render, to trouble, molest, or vex; ord, dt n1 vvz, c-acp pns12 vvb, p-acp vvb, vvb, cc vvi; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 726
14422 so we translate (1 Sam. 14.47.) where 'tis said of Saul, that he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, so we translate (1 Sam. 14.47.) where it's said of Saul, that he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, av pns12 vvb (vvd np1 crd.) q-crq pn31|vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvn p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 726
14423 and against the children of Ammon, and against E•om, and against the Kings of Z•bah, and against the Philistines; and against the children of Ammon, and against E•om, and against the Kings of Z•bah, and against the philistines; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt njp2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 726
14424 and whither soever he turned himself, he vexed, or troubled them. The word may be taken in these three significations with a subserviency one to another; and whither soever he turned himself, he vexed, or troubled them. The word may be taken in these three significations with a subserviency one to Another; cc q-crq av pns31 vvd px31, pns31 vvd, cc vvd pno32. dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd n2 p-acp dt n1 crd p-acp n-jn; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 726
14425 for he that is wicked, or doth wickedly, deserveth to be condemned, or, men are condemned because they do wickedly; for he that is wicked, or does wickedly, deserveth to be condemned, or, men Are condemned Because they do wickedly; c-acp pns31 cst vbz j, cc vdz av-j, vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc, n2 vbr vvn c-acp pns32 vdb av-j; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 726
14426 and he that is condemned by a righteous sentence is punished, and cannot but be troubled; and he that is condemned by a righteous sentence is punished, and cannot but be troubled; cc pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 vbz vvn, cc vmbx p-acp vbi vvn; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 726
14427 a legal sentence of condemnation, brings a legal penalty upon the person condemned; a Legal sentence of condemnation, brings a Legal penalty upon the person condemned; dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 727
14428 we translate clearly to the sence of the Text, who can make trouble, when God giveth quietness? for here the word is not opposed to well doing, we translate clearly to the sense of the Text, who can make trouble, when God gives quietness? for Here the word is not opposed to well doing, pns12 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1, c-crq np1 vvz n1? p-acp av dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp av vdg, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 727
14429 or acquitting, but to quietting and pacifying; or acquitting, but to quieting and pacifying; cc vvg, cc-acp p-acp vvg cc vvg; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 727
14430 when he giveth quietness, who can make trouble? And when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? when he gives quietness, who can make trouble? And when he Hideth his face, who then can behold him? c-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1? cc c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, r-crq av vmb vvi pno31? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2368 Page 727
14431 The face of God, by a well known Hebraisme (very frequent in Scripture) signifieth the favour of God; The face of God, by a well known Hebraism (very frequent in Scripture) signifies the favour of God; dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt av j-vvn n1 (av j p-acp n1) vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2369 Page 727
14432 Master Broughton reads, when he hideth favour. The favour which we bear to others, is most visible in the face, Master Broughton reads, when he Hideth favour. The favour which we bear to Others, is most visible in the face, n1 np1 vvz, c-crq pns31 vvz n1. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2-jn, vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2369 Page 727
14433 and therefore the face may well signifie favour. and Therefore the face may well signify favour. cc av dt n1 vmb av vvi n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2369 Page 727
14434 David over-looking all the good things of this world, prayed for a good look from God in this expression, ( Psal. 4.6.) There be many that say who will shew us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance (or of thy face) upon us: David overlooking all the good things of this world, prayed for a good look from God in this expression, (Psalm 4.6.) There be many that say who will show us any good? Lord, lift thou up the Light of thy countenance (or of thy face) upon us: np1 j d dt j n2 pp-f d n1, vvd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, (np1 crd.) pc-acp vbi d cst vvb r-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j? n1, vvb pns21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 (cc pp-f po21 n1) p-acp pno12: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2369 Page 727
14435 that is, shew us favour, or be favourable to us. that is, show us favour, or be favourable to us. cst vbz, vvb pno12 vvi, cc vbi j p-acp pno12. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2369 Page 727
14436 And as the greatest good of Saints in this world, so all the good of the next world is comprehended in this one word ( Psal. 16.11.) In thy presence (the text is, in thy face, that is, in the full enjoyment of thy benigne and gracious presence) is fulness of joy. In like sense the word is used Psal. 21.6. Psal. 67.1. And as the greatest good of Saints in this world, so all the good of the next world is comprehended in this one word (Psalm 16.11.) In thy presence (the text is, in thy face, that is, in the full enjoyment of thy benign and gracious presence) is fullness of joy. In like sense the word is used Psalm 21.6. Psalm 67.1. cc c-acp dt js j pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, av d dt j pp-f dt ord n1 vbz vvn p-acp d crd n1 (np1 crd.) p-acp po21 n1 (dt n1 vbz, p-acp po21 n1, cst vbz, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 j cc j n1) vbz n1 pp-f n1. p-acp j n1 dt n1 vbz vvn np1 crd. np1 crd. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2369 Page 727
14437 So then, to hide the face, is to withdraw favour, and kindness, love, and respect; So then, to hide the face, is to withdraw favour, and kindness, love, and respect; av av, pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1, n1, cc n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2369 Page 727
14438 more distinctly, this phrase of hiding the face, hath a three-fold importance, or may hold out these three things. more distinctly, this phrase of hiding the face, hath a threefold importance, or may hold out these three things. av-dc av-j, d n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, vhz dt j n1, cc vmb vvi av d crd n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2369 Page 727
14439 First, a distaste either against persons or things; First, a distaste either against Persons or things; ord, dt n1 av-d p-acp n2 cc n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2370 Page 727
14440 we turn away our face from him, or that which we do not like, or is displeasing to us. we turn away our face from him, or that which we do not like, or is displeasing to us. pns12 vvb av po12 n1 p-acp pno31, cc cst r-crq pns12 vdb xx av-j, cc vbz vvg p-acp pno12. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2370 Page 727
14441 The hiding of Gods face is a manifestation of his displeasure; The hiding of God's face is a manifestation of his displeasure; dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2370 Page 727
14442 In a little wrath I hid my face from thee for a moment, saith God to the Church, ( Isa. 54.8.) This form of speaking is borrowed from their usage or practice, who refuse to admit into their presence, In a little wrath I hid my face from thee for a moment, Says God to the Church, (Isaiah 54.8.) This from of speaking is borrowed from their usage or practice, who refuse to admit into their presence, p-acp dt j n1 pns11 vvd po11 n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1, vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) d n1 pp-f vvg vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2370 Page 727
14443 or so much as look upon such, whom they either really hate, or would seem at least to be much displeased with; or so much as look upon such, whom they either really hate, or would seem At least to be much displeased with; cc av av-d c-acp vvb p-acp d, ro-crq pns32 d av-j vvb, cc vmd vvi p-acp ds pc-acp vbi av-d vvn p-acp; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2370 Page 727
14444 As David gave command concerning Absalom (2 Sam. 14.24.) Let him turn to his own house, As David gave command Concerning Absalom (2 Sam. 14.24.) Let him turn to his own house, c-acp np1 vvd n1 vvg np1 (crd np1 crd.) vvb pno31 vvi p-acp po31 d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2370 Page 727
14445 and let him not see my face. and let him not see my face. cc vvb pno31 xx vvi po11 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2370 Page 727
14446 When God withdraweth the wonted expressions of his love and kindness from a person or a people; When God withdraweth the wonted expressions of his love and kindness from a person or a people; c-crq np1 vvz dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2370 Page 727
14447 then (according to Scripture sense and language, he is said to hide his face from them, Deut. 30.20. Psal. 30.7.) then (according to Scripture sense and language, he is said to hide his face from them, Deuteronomy 30.20. Psalm 30.7.) av (vvg p-acp n1 n1 cc n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd. np1 crd.) (33) chapter (DIV2) 2370 Page 727
14448 Secondly, The hiding of Gods face, notes a refusal to help those who in straits cry to him for relief and deliverance: Secondly, The hiding of God's face, notes a refusal to help those who in straits cry to him for relief and deliverance: ord, dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1, n2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq p-acp n2 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14449 For if we will not give a man our eye, we will hardly give him our hand; For if we will not give a man our eye, we will hardly give him our hand; c-acp cs pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 po12 n1, pns12 vmb av vvi pno31 po12 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14450 if we will not so much as look upon him, we will hardly assist him. When God hides his face, 'tis as much as his denyal of succour; if we will not so much as look upon him, we will hardly assist him. When God hides his face, it's as much as his denial of succour; cs pns12 vmb xx av av-d c-acp vvb p-acp pno31, pns12 vmb av vvi pno31. c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, pn31|vbz p-acp d c-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14451 Thus David bemoaned himself, ( Psal. 13.1.) Why hidest thou thy face? that is, Lord, Thus David bemoaned himself, (Psalm 13.1.) Why hidest thou thy face? that is, Lord, av np1 vvd px31, (np1 crd.) q-crq vv2 pns21 po21 n1? cst vbz, n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14452 why withdrawest thou thy help from me? That he was sensible of such withdraws, is plain by the prayer which he made, ( vers. 3.) Consider, and hear me, O Lord my God; why withdrawest thou thy help from me? That he was sensible of such withdraws, is plain by the prayer which he made, (vers. 3.) Consider, and hear me, Oh Lord my God; q-crq vv2 pns21 po21 n1 p-acp pno11? cst pns31 vbds j pp-f d vvz, vbz j p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, (fw-la. crd) vvb, cc vvb pno11, uh n1 po11 np1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14453 and by the reason of it given ( vers. 4.) Lest mine enemies say, I have prevailed against him. and by the reason of it given (vers. 4.) Lest mine enemies say, I have prevailed against him. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvn (fw-la. crd) cs po11 n2 vvb, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14454 We finde David deprecating the hiding of Gods face upon the same ground, ( Psal. 44.24. We find David deprecating the hiding of God's face upon the same ground, (Psalm 44.24. pns12 vvb np1 vvg dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt d n1, (np1 crd. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14455 Psal. 69.17.) The Prophet is very express in this point, ( Isa. 59.1, 2.) The Lords hand is not shortned that it cannot save, Psalm 69.17.) The Prophet is very express in this point, (Isaiah 59.1, 2.) The lords hand is not shortened that it cannot save, np1 crd.) dt n1 vbz av j p-acp d n1, (np1 crd, crd) dt ng1 n1 vbz xx vvn cst pn31 vmbx vvi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14457 but your iniquities have separated between you, and your God, and your sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear: but your iniquities have separated between you, and your God, and your Sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear: cc-acp po22 n2 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, cc po22 n1, cc po22 n2 vhb vvn po31 n1 p-acp pn22, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14458 that is, as he distasteth, and is displeased with you, so he denyeth you his usual help and assistance, that is, as he distasteth, and is displeased with you, so he denyeth you his usual help and assistance, cst vbz, c-acp pns31 vvz, cc vbz vvn p-acp pn22, av pns31 vvz pn22 po31 j n1 cc n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14459 because ye have great-sinned against him. Because you have great-sinned against him. c-acp pn22 vhb j p-acp pno31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2371 Page 728
14460 Thirdly, the hiding of God's face, notes not only some distaste, and a denyal of help; Thirdly, the hiding of God's face, notes not only Some distaste, and a denial of help; ord, dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1, n2 xx av-j d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14461 but a total slight, or refusal of any care concerning us, ( Isa. 40.27.) Why sayest thou, O Jacob, but a total slight, or refusal of any care Concerning us, (Isaiah 40.27.) Why Sayest thou, Oh Jacob, cc-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1 vvg pno12, (np1 crd.) q-crq vv2 pns21, uh np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14462 and speakest, O Israel, my way is hid from the Lord, and my judgement is passed over from my God; and Speakest, Oh Israel, my Way is hid from the Lord, and my judgement is passed over from my God; cc vv2, uh np1, po11 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc po11 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp po11 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14463 that is, Why sayest thou, the Lord takes no care at all of me, and in that sense Job spake, ( chap. 24.1.) Why seeing times are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know him not, see his dayes? that is, that is, Why Sayest thou, the Lord Takes no care At all of me, and in that sense Job spoke, (chap. 24.1.) Why seeing times Are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know him not, see his days? that is, cst vbz, q-crq vv2 pns21, dt n1 vvz dx n1 p-acp d pp-f pno11, cc p-acp d n1 n1 vvd, (n1 crd.) q-crq vvg n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j-jn, vdb pns32 cst vvb pno31 xx, vvb po31 n2? cst vbz, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14464 why seeing God doth not neglect times, and seasons, and how things go in the world, (there time is put for things done in time, why seeing God does not neglect times, and seasons, and how things go in the world, (there time is put for things done in time, c-crq vvg np1 vdz xx vvi n2, cc n2, cc q-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, (pc-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2 vdn p-acp n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14465 why (I say) seeing God hath not cast off the care of the things of this world) is it thus with me? Why am I as a man forlorn, why (I say) seeing God hath not cast off the care of the things of this world) is it thus with me? Why am I as a man forlorn, c-crq (pns11 vvb) vvg n1 vhz xx vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1) vbz pn31 av p-acp pno11? q-crq vbm pns11 p-acp dt n1 vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14466 and utterly cast off? We may expound Elihu in all or any of these senses; and utterly cast off? We may expound Elihu in all or any of these Senses; cc av-j vvn a-acp? pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp d cc d pp-f d n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14467 when he hideth his face, or withdraweth his favour that is, when God is displeased and refuseth to help, when he Hideth his face, or withdraweth his favour that is, when God is displeased and Refuseth to help, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz po31 n1 cst vbz, c-crq np1 vbz vvn cc vvz pc-acp vvi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14468 when God throweth up the care of a mans person, or condition, it cannot but go and be ill enough with him; when God throweth up the care of a men person, or condition, it cannot but go and be ill enough with him; c-crq np1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc n1, pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi cc vbi j-jn av-d p-acp pno31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14469 for as it followeth, Who then can behold him? The face of God as taken for his essential being, cannot at all be seen, for as it follows, Who then can behold him? The face of God as taken for his essential being, cannot At all be seen, c-acp c-acp pn31 vvz, r-crq av vmb vvi pno31? dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp vvn p-acp po31 j vbg, vmbx p-acp d vbb vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2372 Page 728
14470 nor can we at all behold him; nor can we At all behold him; ccx vmb pns12 p-acp d vvb pno31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2373 Page 728
14471 There shall no man (saith the Lord, Exod. 33.20.) see my face, and live; There shall no man (Says the Lord, Exod 33.20.) see my face, and live; a-acp vmb dx n1 (vvz dt n1, np1 crd.) vvb po11 n1, cc vvi; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2373 Page 729
14472 But, as the face of God is taken for any manifestation of his being, whether in wrath or in love, in judgement or in mercy, so it may be seen: But, as the face of God is taken for any manifestation of his being, whither in wrath or in love, in judgement or in mercy, so it may be seen: p-acp, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 vbg, cs p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, av pn31 vmb vbi vvn: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2373 Page 729
14473 Now when God hideth his face, that is, his favour, and will not give out any pleasing manifestations of himselfe, who can behold him? that is, who can behold him with comfort? who can stand before an angry God? or abide his presence? As the gracious presence of God is the sweetest, Now when God Hideth his face, that is, his favour, and will not give out any pleasing manifestations of himself, who can behold him? that is, who can behold him with Comfort? who can stand before an angry God? or abide his presence? As the gracious presence of God is the Sweetest, av c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, cst vbz, po31 n1, cc vmb xx vvi av d j-vvg n2 pp-f px31, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? cst vbz, r-crq vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1? q-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt j np1? cc vvi po31 n1? p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt js, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2373 Page 729
14474 so the wrathfull presence of God is the most bitter thing in the world. When he hideth his face, who can behold him? Some expound thus; so the wrathful presence of God is the most bitter thing in the world. When he Hideth his face, who can behold him? some expound thus; av dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1. c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? d vvb av; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2373 Page 729
14475 if God will not shew his face, if he is not pleased to reveale himselfe, no man can know, if God will not show his face, if he is not pleased to reveal himself, no man can know, cs np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1, cs pns31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi px31, dx n1 vmb vvi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2374 Page 729
14843 nor the departure of God from them, which is the cause of it. nor the departure of God from them, which is the cause of it. ccx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14476 or see any thing of him; that's a truth. We can know no more of God, then himselfe will reveale of himselfe to us; or see any thing of him; that's a truth. We can know no more of God, then himself will reveal of himself to us; cc vvi d n1 pp-f pno31; d|vbz dt n1. pns12 vmb vvi av-dx dc pp-f np1, cs px31 vmb vvi pp-f px31 p-acp pno12; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2374 Page 729
14477 'tis in his light (Psal: 36.9.) that is, in the light which he causeth to shine from himselfe, that we see light, or what and who himselfe is, who is light, and in whom there is no darknes at all. it's in his Light (Psalm: 36.9.) that is, in the Light which he Causes to shine from himself, that we see Light, or what and who himself is, who is Light, and in whom there is no darkness At all. pn31|vbz p-acp po31 j (np1: crd.) cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, cst pns12 vvb n1, cc q-crq cc q-crq px31 vbz, r-crq vbz j, cc p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2374 Page 729
14478 If God will hide his power, or his wisdom, or his truth, or his mercy from us, who can see any thing of them? though all these perfections be alwayes more glorious in him then the beams of the Sun, If God will hide his power, or his Wisdom, or his truth, or his mercy from us, who can see any thing of them? though all these perfections be always more glorious in him then the beams of the Sun, cs np1 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc po31 n1, cc po31 n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vvi d n1 pp-f pno32? cs d d n2 vbb av av-dc j p-acp pno31 av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2374 Page 729
14479 yet unlesse God shew them us, we cannot perceive them. We see the light of God in Gods light; yet unless God show them us, we cannot perceive them. We see the Light of God in God's Light; av cs np1 vvb pno32 pno12, pns12 vmbx vvi pno32. pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp npg1 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2374 Page 729
14480 if God hath a minde to conceale himselfe, or draweth (as it were) a curtaine between the creature and himselfe, who can behold him? we cannot by any study, if God hath a mind to conceal himself, or draws (as it were) a curtain between the creature and himself, who can behold him? we cannot by any study, cs np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31, cc vvz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc px31, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? pns12 vmbx p-acp d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2374 Page 729
14481 or skill, or art, or endeavour of ours come to any sight or knowledge of God, or skill, or art, or endeavour of ours come to any sighed or knowledge of God, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f png12 vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2374 Page 729
14482 further then himselfe makes himselfe knowne. This exposition is both true and usefull; further then himself makes himself known. This exposition is both true and useful; av-jc cs px31 vvz px31 vvn. d n1 vbz d j cc j; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2374 Page 729
14483 yet I conceive, when Elihu saith, Who then can behold him? his meaning rather poynts at these two things. yet I conceive, when Elihu Says, Who then can behold him? his meaning rather points At these two things. av pns11 vvb, c-crq np1 vvz, r-crq av vmb vvi pno31? po31 n1 av-c n2 p-acp d crd n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2374 Page 729
14484 First, Who can have any comfortable enjoyment of him; First, Who can have any comfortable enjoyment of him; ord, r-crq vmb vhi d j n1 pp-f pno31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 729
14485 to behold a man whose displeasure we suspected, and find acceptance and freedome with him, is compared to our beholding the face of God. to behold a man whose displeasure we suspected, and find acceptance and freedom with him, is compared to our beholding the face of God. pc-acp vvi dt n1 rg-crq n1 pns12 vvd, cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, vbz vvn p-acp po12 n-vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 729
14486 I have seene thy face as though I had seene the face of God and thou wast pleased with me, sayd Jacob to Esau (Gen: 33.10.) when his brother treated him so lovingly contrary to his expectation, he looked upon it as an evidence of the favour of God to him. I have seen thy face as though I had seen the face of God and thou wast pleased with me, said Jacob to Esau (Gen: 33.10.) when his brother treated him so lovingly contrary to his expectation, he looked upon it as an evidence of the favour of God to him. pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 c-acp cs pns11 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pns21 vbd2s vvn p-acp pno11, vvd np1 p-acp np1 (np1: crd.) c-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 av av-vvg vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 729
14487 Or Jacob being much affected with the countenance and kindness of Esau, compared his face to the face of God, Or Jacob being much affected with the countenance and kindness of Esau, compared his face to the face of God, cc np1 vbg av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 729
14488 because in his reconciled face he saw (as it were) the face of God smiling upon him. Because in his reconciled face he saw (as it were) the face of God smiling upon him. c-acp p-acp po31 j-vvn n1 pns31 vvd (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 729
14489 This was Davids argument, that God favoured him ( Psal: 41.11.) because his enemies did not triumph over him; This was Davids argument, that God favoured him (Psalm: 41.11.) Because his enemies did not triumph over him; d vbds np1 n1, cst np1 vvd pno31 (np1: crd.) c-acp po31 n2 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 730
14490 much more is it an argument of Gods favour, when they speake and act friendly towards us, much more is it an argument of God's favour, when they speak and act friendly towards us, d dc vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi j p-acp pno12, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 730
14491 or when we behold their face and are accepted. or when we behold their face and Are accepted. cc c-crq pns12 vvb po32 n1 cc vbr vvn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 730
14492 Joseph threatened his brethren, yee shall not see my face (or behold me) except your brother be with you (Gen: 43.3.) if you come without him, either I will not admit you at all into my presence, Joseph threatened his brothers, ye shall not see my face (or behold me) except your brother be with you (Gen: 43.3.) if you come without him, either I will not admit you At all into my presence, np1 vvd po31 n2, pn22 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 (cc vvb pno11) p-acp po22 n1 vbb p-acp pn22 (np1: crd.) cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno31, av-d pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp d p-acp po11 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 730
14493 or I will look sowerly upon you. or I will look sowerly upon you. cc pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pn22. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 730
14494 Thus to behold God, is to see his face (as 'tis sayd ( Chap: 33.26.) the repenting sick man should) with joy. Thus to behold God, is to see his face (as it's said (Chap: 33.26.) the repenting sick man should) with joy. av p-acp vvb np1, vbz p-acp vvb po31 n1 (c-acp pn31|vbz vvd (n1: crd.) dt vvg j n1 vmd) p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2375 Page 730
14496 David speaking of godly and upright men, saith ( Ps: 34.5.) They looked (or, shall look) unto him, David speaking of godly and upright men, Says (Ps: 34.5.) They looked (or, shall look) unto him, np1 vvg pp-f j cc j n2, vvz (np1: crd.) pns32 vvd (cc, vmb vvi) p-acp pno31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14497 and were lightned, and their faces were not ashamed; that is, they beheld God or came to him, with much assurance of his favour. and were lightened, and their faces were not ashamed; that is, they beheld God or Come to him, with much assurance of his favour. cc vbdr vvn, cc po32 n2 vbdr xx j; cst vbz, pns32 vvd np1 cc vvd p-acp pno31, p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14498 Some dare not so much as look another in the face, for shame or feare; some Dare not so much as look Another in the face, for shame or Fear; d vvb xx av av-d c-acp vvb j-jn p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14499 but when we look a man in the face, it sheweth we have either confidence in him, but when we look a man in the face, it shows we have either confidence in him, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp pno31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14500 and freedome with him, or courage enough against him. and freedom with him, or courage enough against him. cc n1 p-acp pno31, cc n1 av-d p-acp pno31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14501 Now, if God hide his pleased face, or withdraw his favour, who can behold him confidently, Now, if God hide his pleased face, or withdraw his favour, who can behold him confidently, av, cs np1 vvb po31 j-vvn n1, cc vvi po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31 av-j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14502 or come to him with hopes to speed. or come to him with hope's to speed. cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14503 Fierce Abner sayd to Asael (2 Sam: 2.22.) Turne thee aside from following me, Fierce Abner said to Asael (2 Sam: 2.22.) Turn thee aside from following me, j np1 vvd p-acp np1 (crd np1: crd.) vvb pno21 av p-acp vvg pno11, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14504 wherefore should I smite thee to the ground (I could easily doe it, and he did it presently) how then should I hold up my face to Joab thy brother. Wherefore should I smite thee to the ground (I could Easily do it, and he did it presently) how then should I hold up my face to Joab thy brother. q-crq vmd pns11 vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 (pns11 vmd av-j vdi pn31, cc pns31 vdd pn31 av-j) c-crq av vmd pns11 vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp np1 po21 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14505 As if he had sayd, I can have no confidence to come to Joab, thy Generall, if I should kill thee. As if he had said, I can have no confidence to come to Joab, thy General, if I should kill thee. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, po21 n1, cs pns11 vmd vvi pno21. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14506 Guilt of evill done to others, drawes a jealousie that others will do evill to us, especially they who are neerely concern'd in the evill which we have done; Gilded of evil done to Others, draws a jealousy that Others will do evil to us, especially they who Are nearly concerned in the evil which we have done; j-vvn pp-f n-jn vdn p-acp n2-jn, vvz dt n1 cst n2-jn vmb vdb j-jn p-acp pno12, av-j pns32 r-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n-jn r-crq pns12 vhb vdn; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14507 we cannot hold up our face to or behold them with expectation of acceptance and favour, to whose neere relations we have been unkind or injurious. we cannot hold up our face to or behold them with expectation of acceptance and favour, to whose near relations we have been unkind or injurious. pns12 vmbx vvi a-acp po12 n1 p-acp cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp rg-crq j n2 pns12 vhb vbn j cc j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14508 Thus, if God hide his face who can behold him? either with confidence or with comfort. Thus, if God hide his face who can behold him? either with confidence or with Comfort. av, cs np1 vvb po31 n1 r-crq vmb vvi pno31? av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2376 Page 730
14509 Some referre the relative him (who can behold him?) to man, not to God; some refer the relative him (who can behold him?) to man, not to God; d vvb dt j pno31 (r-crq vmb vvi pno31?) p-acp n1, xx p-acp np1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 730
14510 as if the meaning of Elihu were this; as if the meaning of Elihu were this; c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr d; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 730
14511 if God hide his face from any man, all men will hide their faces from him too; if God hide his face from any man, all men will hide their faces from him too; cs np1 vvb po31 n1 p-acp d n1, d n2 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno31 av; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 730
14512 no man will looke kindly upon such a deserted person, or give him a good look; no man will look kindly upon such a deserted person, or give him a good look; dx n1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp d dt vvn n1, cc vvb pno31 dt j n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 730
14513 he shall have but frownes from men, from whom God withdraweth his favour; that's a truth; he shall have but frowns from men, from whom God withdraweth his favour; that's a truth; pns31 vmb vhi p-acp n2 p-acp n2, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz po31 n1; cst|vbz dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 730
14514 He that is out with God cannot keep in long with men. He that is out with God cannot keep in long with men. pns31 cst vbz av p-acp np1 vmbx vvi p-acp j p-acp n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 730
14515 Usually all sorts disowne him that is forlorne and forsaken of God, As when a mans wayes please God (because then God is pleased with him) his enemies shall be at peace with him (Pro: 16.7.) so when God is displeased with a man, his very best friends shall turne enemies to him. Usually all sorts disown him that is forlorn and forsaken of God, As when a men ways please God (Because then God is pleased with him) his enemies shall be At peace with him (Pro: 16.7.) so when God is displeased with a man, his very best Friends shall turn enemies to him. av-j d n2 vvn pno31 cst vbz vvn cc vvn pp-f np1, c-acp c-crq dt ng1 n2 vvb np1 (c-acp cs np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31) po31 n2 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 (np1: crd.) av c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, po31 j js n2 vmb vvi n2 p-acp pno31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 731
14516 Yet I conceive the text carrieth it rather the other way, referring to God himselfe; Yet I conceive the text Carrieth it rather the other Way, referring to God himself; av pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz pn31 av-c dt j-jn n1, vvg p-acp np1 px31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 731
14517 If God hide his face, who can behold him? that is, who can confidently behold God, If God hide his face, who can behold him? that is, who can confidently behold God, cs np1 vvb po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? cst vbz, r-crq vmb av-j vvi np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 731
14519 or thus it is, Whether it be done against a nation, or against a man only. As if Elihu had sayd; or thus it is, Whither it be done against a Nation, or against a man only. As if Elihu had said; cc av pn31 vbz, cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 av-j. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2377 Page 731
14520 What I have affirmed, that, when God giveth quietness, no man can make trouble, or when he hideth his face no man can behold him, is appliable to whole nations, What I have affirmed, that, when God gives quietness, no man can make trouble, or when he Hideth his face no man can behold him, is appliable to Whole Nations, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, cst, c-crq np1 vvz n1, dx n1 vmb vvi n1, cc c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 dx n1 vmb vvi pno31, vbz j p-acp j-jn n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2378 Page 731
14521 as well as to particular persons. as well as to particular Persons. c-acp av c-acp p-acp j n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2378 Page 731
14522 This is an extensive truth, a truth of large concernment, and therefore a truth of necessary and important consideration. This is an extensive truth, a truth of large concernment, and Therefore a truth of necessary and important consideration. d vbz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2378 Page 731
14523 That which may be any mans or all mens case, should be studyed by every man. That which may be any men or all men's case, should be studied by every man. d r-crq vmb vbi d ng1 cc d ng2 n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2378 Page 731
14524 Whether it be done against a nation, &c. The particle which we render against, signifieth also for. We find it so translated Psal: 32.6. and at the 36th verse of this Chapter. Whither it be done against a Nation, etc. The particle which we render against, signifies also for. We find it so translated Psalm: 32.6. and At the 36th verse of this Chapter. cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, vvz av p-acp. pns12 vvb pn31 av vvn np1: crd. cc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2378 Page 731
14525 Now, to doe a thing for a nation or for a person, notes the doing of it with respect to or in favour of either. Now, to do a thing for a Nation or for a person, notes the doing of it with respect to or in favour of either. av, pc-acp vdi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, vvz dt vdg pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp cc p-acp n1 pp-f d. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2379 Page 731
14526 Thus we commonly speake in our language, pray doe such or such a thing for me. Thus we commonly speak in our language, pray do such or such a thing for me. av pns12 av-j vvb p-acp po12 n1, vvb vdb d cc d dt n1 p-acp pno11. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2379 Page 731
14527 To this sense some render here, whether it be done for a nation, or for a man only. To this sense Some render Here, whither it be done for a Nation, or for a man only. p-acp d n1 d vvi av, cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 av-j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2379 Page 731
14528 So, Mr Broughton, whether it be done for a nation, or for an earthly man alone. So, Mr Broughton, whither it be done for a Nation, or for an earthly man alone. av, n1 np1, cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 av-j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2379 Page 731
14529 But, whether we read for, or against, the generall truth is the same. But, whither we read for, or against, the general truth is the same. p-acp, cs pns12 vvb p-acp, cc p-acp, dt j n1 vbz dt d. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2379 Page 731
14530 The word and power of God in sending good or evill upon nations or persons, in acting for or against them, is uncontrouleable and irresistible. The word and power of God in sending good or evil upon Nations or Persons, in acting for or against them, is uncontrouleable and irresistible. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg j cc j-jn p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp vvg p-acp cc p-acp pno32, vbz j cc j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2379 Page 731
14531 Further, to cleare the text, that word in the close of the verse, rendred only, signifieth, sometimes together (Ezra. 4.3.) sometimes alike (Psal: 34.15.) and sometimes as we understand it alone, or only, whether it be done against a nation or a man together, Further, to clear the text, that word in the close of the verse, rendered only, signifies, sometime together (Ezra. 4.3.) sometime alike (Psalm: 34.15.) and sometime as we understand it alone, or only, whither it be done against a Nation or a man together, jc, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, vvd av-j, vvz, av av (np1. crd.) av av-j (np1: crd.) cc av c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 av-j, cc av-j, cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 av, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2380 Page 731
14532 or against a man only or alone, the matter is alike or the same to God. or against a man only or alone, the matter is alike or the same to God. cc p-acp dt n1 av-j cc av-j, dt n1 vbz av-j cc dt d p-acp np1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2380 Page 731
14533 Many or one make a great difference among men in any matter, but they make no difference with God, he can deale with whole nations (in wayes of Judgement or mercy) as well as with single persons; Many or one make a great difference among men in any matter, but they make no difference with God, he can deal with Whole Nations (in ways of Judgement or mercy) as well as with single Persons; av-d cc crd vvb dt j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n2 (p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1) c-acp av c-acp p-acp j n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2380 Page 731
14534 yet because of the opposition which the text makes between one man and a nation, it is most sutable to translate it either only or alike not together. yet Because of the opposition which the text makes between one man and a Nation, it is most suitable to translate it either only or alike not together. av c-acp pp-f dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp crd n1 cc dt n1, pn31 vbz av-ds j pc-acp vvi pn31 av-d av-j cc av-j xx av. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2380 Page 732
14535 Thus we see, how the Spirit of God by Elihu hath made a double application of the fo mer part of the text ( when he giveth quietness, who can make trouble, &c.) in this latter, first, to a nation; secondly, to a person. Thus we see, how the Spirit of God by Elihu hath made a double application of the fo mer part of the text (when he gives quietness, who can make trouble, etc.) in this latter, First, to a Nation; secondly, to a person. av pns12 vvb, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vhz vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt zz fw-fr n1 pp-f dt n1 (q-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1, av) p-acp d d, ord, p-acp dt n1; ord, p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2381 Page 732
14536 If the text were not thus exprest, it might be thus expounded and improved without any streine at all to it. If the text were not thus expressed, it might be thus expounded and improved without any strain At all to it. cs dt n1 vbdr xx av vvn, pn31 vmd vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp d p-acp pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2381 Page 732
14537 But forasmuch as the Spirit of God hath told us distinctly, that this great truth concernes nations as well as persons, therefore we have a cleare ground (besides the great usefullness of it) to speake to the words in both their references. But forasmuch as the Spirit of God hath told us distinctly, that this great truth concerns Nations as well as Persons, Therefore we have a clear ground (beside the great usefulness of it) to speak to the words in both their references. p-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno12 av-j, cst d j n1 vvz n2 c-acp av c-acp n2, av pns12 vhb dt j n1 (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp d po32 n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2381 Page 732
14538 And this present memorable day (as also their native order) leades me specially to speake of them, first, under a National consideration. And this present memorable day (as also their native order) leads me specially to speak of them, First, under a National consideration. cc d j j n1 (c-acp av po32 j-jn n1) vvz pno11 av-j pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32, ord, p-acp dt j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2381 Page 732
14539 When he giveth quietness to a nation, who can make trouble or disturbe the peace of it. When he gives quietness to a Nation, who can make trouble or disturb the peace of it. c-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1 cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14540 And the text may well respect that national blessing, peace, because the word translated giveth quietness, signifies such quietness primarily, And the text may well respect that national blessing, peace, Because the word translated gives quietness, signifies such quietness primarily, cc dt n1 vmb av vvi d j n1, n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn vvz n1, vvz d n1 av-j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14541 as is opposite unto warre, sedition, and tumult in a nation ( Josh: 11.23.) And the land rested from warre, it is this word, as is opposite unto war, sedition, and tumult in a Nation (Josh: 11.23.) And the land rested from war, it is this word, c-acp vbz j-jn p-acp n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) cc dt n1 vvd p-acp n1, pn31 vbz d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14542 so ( Judg: 3.11.) The land had rest forty yeares. (Judg: 3.30.) And the land had rest fourscore yeares. so (Judge: 3.11.) The land had rest forty Years. (Judge: 3.30.) And the land had rest fourscore Years. av (n1: crd.) dt n1 vhd n1 crd n2. (n1: crd.) cc dt n1 vhd n1 crd n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14543 (2 Chron: 14.1.) In his dayes the land was quiet ten yeares. (Zech: 1.11.) And behold all the earth sitteth still, and is at rest; (2 Chronicles: 14.1.) In his days the land was quiet ten Years. (Zechariah: 1.11.) And behold all the earth Sitteth still, and is At rest; (crd n1: crd.) p-acp po31 n2 dt n1 vbds j-jn crd n2. (np1: crd.) cc vvi d dt n1 vvz av, cc vbz p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14544 in all these places we have the word here rendred quietness, in opposition to warre; in all these places we have the word Here rendered quietness, in opposition to war; p-acp d d n2 pns12 vhb dt n1 av vvn n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14545 who knows not how great an unquietness warre makes wheresoever it comes? and by a like analogie, the word is sometimes rendred to be silent. Warre is full of clamour ( Isa: 9.5.) Every battell of the warrier is with confused noise. who knows not how great an unquietness war makes wheresoever it comes? and by a like analogy, the word is sometime rendered to be silent. War is full of clamour (Isaiah: 9.5.) Every battle of the warrior is with confused noise. r-crq vvz xx c-crq j dt n1 n1 vvz c-crq pn31 vvz? cc p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi j. n1 vbz j pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp j-vvn n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14546 Not only is it so in some battells, but (saith that Scripture) 'tis so in all battels, Every battel of the warrier is with confused noise. Not only is it so in Some battles, but (Says that Scripture) it's so in all battles, Every battle of the warrior is with confused noise. xx j vbz pn31 av p-acp d n2, cc-acp (vvz d n1) pn31|vbz av p-acp d n2, d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp j-vvn n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14547 What a noise is there in an Army, especially when joyning battell with another Army? what beating of drums? what sounding of trumpets? what neighing of horses? what clashing of armour? what groanings of the wounded? When God gives quietness or peace, there is none of this noise, none of this confused noise of the warrier. What a noise is there in an Army, especially when joining battle with Another Army? what beating of drums? what sounding of trumpets? what neighing of Horses? what clashing of armour? what groanings of the wounded? When God gives quietness or peace, there is none of this noise, none of this confused noise of the warrior. q-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1, av-j c-crq vvg n1 p-acp j-jn n1? r-crq vvg pp-f n2? r-crq vvg pp-f n2? r-crq vvg pp-f n2? r-crq vvg pp-f n1? q-crq n2-vvg pp-f dt j-vvn? c-crq np1 vvz n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f d n1, pix pp-f d j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14548 Hannah saith in her song (1. Sam: 2.9.) The wicked shall be silent in darkness; Hannah Says in her song (1. Sam: 2.9.) The wicked shall be silent in darkness; np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 (crd np1: crd.) dt j vmb vbi j p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14549 that is, either they shall be destroyed and thrust into their graves, where there's nothing but rottenness and stench; darkness and silence; that is, either they shall be destroyed and thrust into their graves, where there's nothing but rottenness and stench; darkness and silence; cst vbz, av-d pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 n2, c-crq pc-acp|vbz pix cc-acp n1 cc n1; n1 cc n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14550 or they shall be so affrighted & confounded with the horror and darkness of those miseries which shall come upon them while they live, that they shall not have a word to say, the mouth of iniquity shall be stopt. or they shall be so affrighted & confounded with the horror and darkness of those misery's which shall come upon them while they live, that they shall not have a word to say, the Mouth of iniquity shall be stopped. cc pns32 vmb vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno32 cs pns32 vvb, cst pns32 vmb xx vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 732
14551 In this manner the wicked are silent in darkness; In this manner the wicked Are silent in darkness; p-acp d n1 dt j vbr j p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 733
14552 but the Lord can make his people silent in light, that is, he can give such quietness as shall at once silence the noise of warre and all their own complaints. but the Lord can make his people silent in Light, that is, he can give such quietness as shall At once silence the noise of war and all their own complaints. cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 j p-acp n1, cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi d n1 c-acp vmb p-acp a-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc d po32 d n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 733
14553 When he giveth quietness (this blessed silence to nations) who then can make trouble? Hence observe. When he gives quietness (this blessed silence to Nations) who then can make trouble? Hence observe. c-crq pns31 vvz n1 (d j-vvn n1 p-acp n2) r-crq av vmb vvi n1? av vvi. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2382 Page 733
14554 First, The quietness or peace of nations is the peculiar gift of God. Whosoever hath or enjoyeth quietness, 'tis Gods work, but most eminently when nations enjoy it. First, The quietness or peace of Nations is the peculiar gift of God. Whosoever hath or Enjoyeth quietness, it's God's work, but most eminently when Nations enjoy it. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1. r-crq vhz cc vvz n1, pn31|vbz ng1 n1, cc-acp av-ds av-j c-crq n2 vvb pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2383 Page 733
14555 Of nationall quietness the Lord spake by his Prophet ( Isa: 45.7.) I forme the light, &c. I make peace, I the Lord doe all these things. Of national quietness the Lord spoke by his Prophet (Isaiah: 45.7.) I Form the Light, etc. I make peace, I the Lord do all these things. pp-f j n1 dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 (np1: crd.) pns11 vvi dt n1, av pns11 vvb n1, pns11 dt n1 vdb d d n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14556 As naturall so civill light is of Gods forming; as spirituall; so temporall peace is of Gods making. As natural so civil Light is of God's forming; as spiritual; so temporal peace is of God's making. p-acp j av j n1 vbz pp-f ng1 vvg; c-acp j; av j n1 vbz pp-f ng1 vvg. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14557 And the Church was confident he would be their peace-maker (Isa: 26.12.) Lord thou wilt ordaine peace for us. And the Church was confident he would be their peacemaker (Isaiah: 26.12.) Lord thou wilt ordain peace for us. cc dt n1 vbds j pns31 vmd vbi po32 n1 (np1: crd.) n1 pns21 vm2 vvi n1 p-acp pno12. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14558 Some read it as a prayer, Lord doe thou ordaine (or command) peace for us; we as a profession of their faith and hopefull if not full assurance that the Lord would ordaine peace for them. some read it as a prayer, Lord do thou ordain (or command) peace for us; we as a profession of their faith and hopeful if not full assurance that the Lord would ordain peace for them. d vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, n1 vdb pns21 vvi (cc n1) n1 p-acp pno12; pns12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc j cs xx j n1 cst dt n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14559 The Lord gives out an order, or makes an ordinance in heaven, when he pleaseth for the peace both of Churches and nations here on earth. The Lord gives out an order, or makes an Ordinance in heaven, when he Pleases for the peace both of Churches and Nations Here on earth. dt n1 vvz av dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f n2 cc n2 av p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14560 And the Church there had this good ground of their assurance, that he would doe it, And the Church there had this good ground of their assurance, that he would do it, cc dt n1 a-acp vhd d j n1 pp-f po32 n1, cst pns31 vmd vdi pn31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14561 even their former experiences of his great power and goodness in doing much for them, as it followeth, for thou hast wrought all our workes for us; even their former experiences of his great power and Goodness in doing much for them, as it follows, for thou hast wrought all our works for us; av po32 j n2 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp vdg d p-acp pno32, c-acp pn31 vvz, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn d po12 n2 p-acp pno12; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14562 As if they had sayd, Lord those gracious preservations which thou hast heretofore given us in trouble, As if they had said, Lord those gracious preservations which thou hast heretofore given us in trouble, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, n1 d j n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 av vvn pno12 p-acp n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14563 and deliverances out of trouble, strengthen our faith both in praying that thou wouldest, and in believing that thou wilt, and Deliverances out of trouble, strengthen our faith both in praying that thou Wouldst, and in believing that thou wilt, cc n2 av pp-f n1, vvb po12 n1 av-d p-acp vvg cst pns21 vmd2, cc p-acp vvg cst pns21 vm2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14564 now at this pinch ordaine peace for us. now At this pinch ordain peace for us. av p-acp d n1 vvi n1 p-acp pno12. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14565 To doe so is a mighty and a mercifull worke of God, and we may consider it two wayes. To do so is a mighty and a merciful work of God, and we may Consider it two ways. pc-acp vdi av vbz dt j cc dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc pns12 vmb vvi pn31 crd n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2384 Page 733
14566 First, As the giving of quietnesse to a nation is the restoring of peace, or the setling of them in a quiet state, First, As the giving of quietness to a Nation is the restoring of peace, or the settling of them in a quiet state, ord, c-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j-vvg pp-f n1, cc dt vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 733
14567 after they have been torne and troubled with warres and tossed with continuall tempests of trouble (possibly) for many yeares together. After they have been torn and troubled with wars and tossed with continual tempests of trouble (possibly) for many Years together. c-acp pns32 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 cc vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 (av-j) p-acp d n2 av. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 733
14568 To bring peace out of warre, and quietness out of unsetledness, is a worke worthy of God. ( Psal: 46.9.) He maketh warres to cease to the ends of the earth; To bring peace out of war, and quietness out of unsettledness, is a work worthy of God. (Psalm: 46.9.) He makes wars to cease to the ends of the earth; p-acp vvi n1 av pp-f n1, cc n1 av pp-f n1, vbz dt n1 j pp-f np1. (np1: crd.) pns31 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 733
14569 that is, all the world over. The end or ceasing of warre is quietness. that is, all the world over. The end or ceasing of war is quietness. cst vbz, d dt n1 a-acp. dt n1 cc vvg pp-f n1 vbz n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 733
14570 And to assure us that the Lord can make an end of warres, the Psalmist in that place sheweth us the Lord spoyling all the implements, And to assure us that the Lord can make an end of wars, the Psalmist in that place shows us the Lord spoiling all the implements, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 d dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 p-acp d n1 vvz pno12 dt n1 vvg d dt n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 733
14571 or instruments of warre, He breaketh the bow, and cuts the speare asunder, he burneth the chariots in the fire; or Instruments of war, He breaks the bow, and cuts the spear asunder, he burns the chariots in the fire; cc n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 av, pns31 vvz dt ng1 p-acp dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14666 divided interests make greatest distances, & open those breaches through which trouble usually enters upon a nation. divided interests make greatest distances, & open those Breaches through which trouble usually enters upon a Nation. j-vvn n2 vvb js n2, cc vvi d n2 p-acp r-crq n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2410 Page 738
14572 Here are three great instruments of warre, the bow, the speare, the chariot, all which are sometimes comprehended under that one word the sword, which is the most knowne and universal instrument of warre. Here Are three great Instruments of war, the bow, the spear, the chariot, all which Are sometime comprehended under that one word the sword, which is the most known and universal Instrument of war. av vbr crd j n2 pp-f n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, d r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp d crd n1 dt n1, r-crq vbz dt av-ds vvn cc j n1 pp-f n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14573 Now, when neither sword, nor bow, nor speare, nor chariot, are to be had, we need not feare warre. Now, when neither sword, nor bow, nor spear, nor chariot, Are to be had, we need not Fear war. av, c-crq dx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1, vbr pc-acp vbi vhn, pns12 vvb xx vvb n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14574 And therefore that great promise of peace runs in this tenour ( Mic: 4.2.) They shall beat their swords into plow-shears, And Therefore that great promise of peace runs in this tenor (Mic: 4.2.) They shall beatrice their swords into ploughshares, cc av d j n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp d n1 (j: crd.) pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14575 and their speares into pruning hooks (then presently followeth) nation shall not lift up a sword, against nation, and their spears into pruning hooks (then presently follows) Nation shall not lift up a sword, against Nation, cc po32 n2 p-acp vvg n2 (cs av-j vvz) n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14576 neither shall they learne warre any more; There must needs be peace when the art of warre is layd by as uselesse, neither shall they Learn war any more; There must needs be peace when the art of war is laid by as useless, dx vmb pns32 vvi n1 d av-dc; a-acp vmb av vbi n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14577 and shall be learned no more. and shall be learned no more. cc vmb vbi vvn av-dx av-dc. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14578 That will be a blessed time indeed when the art military shall be out of date, That will be a blessed time indeed when the art military shall be out of date, cst vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 av c-crq dt vb2r j vmb vbi av pp-f n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14579 and (being it selfe the greatest interrupter of learning) shall be learned no more. and (being it self the greatest interrupter of learning) shall be learned no more. cc (vbg pn31 n1 dt js n1 pp-f n1) vmb vbi vvn av-dx av-dc. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14580 When Souldiers shall turne Husbandmen and Vine-dressers, beating their swords into plow-shears, and their speares into pruning hooks, then we shall have peace, When Soldiers shall turn Husbandmen and Vine-dressers, beating their swords into ploughshares, and their spears into pruning hooks, then we shall have peace, c-crq n2 vmb vvi n2 cc n2, vvg po32 n2 p-acp n2, cc po32 n2 p-acp vvg n2, av pns12 vmb vhi n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14581 and put away the remotest feares of warre. and put away the Remotest fears of war. cc vvd av dt js n2 pp-f n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14582 When a man casteth away his sword, we may very well conclude he intends to be quiet. When a man Cast away his sword, we may very well conclude he intends to be quiet. c-crq dt n1 vvz av po31 n1, pns12 vmb av av vvi pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j-jn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14583 Thus the Lord gives quietnesse, to nations, which have been engaged in warre, by causing warres to cease. Thus the Lord gives quietness, to Nations, which have been engaged in war, by causing wars to cease. av dt n1 vvz n1, p-acp n2, r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1, p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vvi. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2385 Page 734
14584 Secondly, He gives quietnesse to nations by continuing their peace, when warres are ceased; Secondly, He gives quietness to Nations by Continuing their peace, when wars Are ceased; ord, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n2 p-acp vvg po32 n1, c-crq n2 vbr vvn; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2386 Page 734
14585 for unlesse the Lord give a check to the lusts and passions, to the wrath and rage of men, plow-shears are quickly turned into swords, and pruning hookes into speares. for unless the Lord give a check to the Lustiest and passion, to the wrath and rage of men, ploughshares Are quickly turned into swords, and pruning hooks into spears. c-acp cs dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n2, cc vvg n2 p-acp n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2386 Page 734
14586 To preserve peace is the Lords worke, as much as to give peace. To preserve peace is the lords work, as much as to give peace. p-acp vvi n1 vbz dt ng1 n1, c-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2386 Page 734
14587 It requires the same or as great a power to keepe our peace as to make it; It requires the same or as great a power to keep our peace as to make it; pn31 vvz dt d cc p-acp j dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2386 Page 734
14588 to keepe it out of the hand of the sword, as to get it out of the hand of the sword. to keep it out of the hand of the sword, as to get it out of the hand of the sword. pc-acp vvi pn31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2386 Page 734
14589 When the king of Assyria threatned Jerusalem with a siege, the Lord preserved their peace, and sent Hezekiah word ( Isa: 37.33.) He shall not come into this City, When the King of Assyria threatened Jerusalem with a siege, the Lord preserved their peace, and sent Hezekiah word (Isaiah: 37.33.) He shall not come into this city, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvd po32 n1, cc vvd np1 n1 (np1: crd.) pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2386 Page 734
14590 nor shoote an arrow there, nor come before it with shields, nor cast a banke against it, nor shoot an arrow there, nor come before it with shields, nor cast a bank against it, ccx vvb dt n1 a-acp, ccx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n2, ccx vvd dt n1 p-acp pn31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2386 Page 734
14591 for I will defend this City to save it. The continuance of peace, and quietnesse, is a continuall giving of it. for I will defend this city to save it. The Continuance of peace, and quietness, is a continual giving of it. c-acp pns11 vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, vbz dt j vvg pp-f pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2386 Page 734
14592 Warres returne after peace, as clouds returne after raine, unlesse the Lord prevent and forbid them. Wars return After peace, as Clouds return After rain, unless the Lord prevent and forbid them. ng1 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp n2 vvb p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vvi cc vvi pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2386 Page 734
14593 And have not we of this nation reason to acknowledge this double mercy. And have not we of this Nation reason to acknowledge this double mercy. cc vhb xx pns12 pp-f d n1 n1 pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2387 Page 734
14594 First, Was not the end of our late unnaturall warres, the gift of God? was it not he that made our troubles to cease from one end of the nation to the other, First, Was not the end of our late unnatural wars, the gift of God? was it not he that made our Troubles to cease from one end of the Nation to the other, ord, vbds xx dt n1 pp-f po12 j j n2, dt n1 pp-f np1? vbds pn31 xx pns31 cst vvd po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14595 yea throughout the three nations? If the Lord had not given the sword a check, yea throughout the three Nations? If the Lord had not given the sword a check, uh p-acp dt crd n2? cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn dt n1 dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14596 or counter-mand, if the Lord had not called in the commission which he once gave the sword, it had been devouring flesh, or countermand, if the Lord had not called in the commission which he once gave the sword, it had been devouring Flesh, cc vvn, cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 a-acp vvd dt n1, pn31 vhd vbn vvg n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14597 and drinking blood to this very day. and drinking blood to this very day. cc vvg n1 p-acp d j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14598 We read (as it were) a dialogue between the Prophet and himselfe concerning the sword ( Jer: 47.6, 7.) O thou sword of the Lord, (sayd the Prophet being grieved for the slaughter and desolation which the sword had made even in a strange land) how long will it be ere thou be quiet? put up thy selfe into thy scabbard; rest and be still; Himselfe answers himselfe; We read (as it were) a dialogue between the Prophet and himself Concerning the sword (Jer: 47.6, 7.) Oh thou sword of the Lord, (said the Prophet being grieved for the slaughter and desolation which the sword had made even in a strange land) how long will it be ere thou be quiet? put up thy self into thy scabbard; rest and be still; Himself answers himself; pns12 vvb (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc px31 vvg dt n1 (np1: crd, crd) uh pns21 n1 pp-f dt n1, (vvd dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn av p-acp dt j n1) c-crq av-j vmb pn31 vbi c-acp pns21 vbi j-jn? vvb a-acp po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1; n1 cc vbb av; px31 vvz px31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14599 how can it be quiet seeing the Lord hath given it a charge against Ashkelon, and against the Sea-shore? there hath he appointed it. how can it be quiet seeing the Lord hath given it a charge against Ashkelon, and against the Seashore? there hath he appointed it. c-crq vmb pn31 vbi j-jn vvg dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 dt n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1? a-acp vhz pns31 vvn pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14600 I spake to the sword of quietnesse (saith the Prophet) But alas! I spoke to the sword of quietness (Says the Prophet) But alas! pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (vvz dt n1) cc-acp uh! (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14601 how can it be quiet, how can that sheath it selfe in its scabbard, and not in the bowels of men, seeing the Lord hath given it a charge against Ashkelon? As if he had sayd, I see no entreaties can perswade the sword to rest and quietness, till it hath fully executed the command of God, how can it be quiet, how can that sheath it self in its scabbard, and not in the bowels of men, seeing the Lord hath given it a charge against Ashkelon? As if he had said, I see no entreaties can persuade the sword to rest and quietness, till it hath Fully executed the command of God, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi j-jn, q-crq vmb d n1 pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vvg dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 dt n1 p-acp np1? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb dx n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1, c-acp pn31 vhz av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14602 and done his work, though it be very bloody work, even the making of it selfe drunke with blood. and done his work, though it be very bloody work, even the making of it self drunk with blood. cc vdi po31 n1, cs pn31 vbb av j n1, av dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 n1 vvn p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14603 The Lord can make the sword quiet; & it will hearken to no voyce but his; The Lord can make the sword quiet; & it will harken to no voice but his; dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 j-jn; cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dx n1 p-acp png31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14604 if the Lord give a charge for the sword to returne into the sheath then it will, if the Lord give a charge for the sword to return into the sheath then it will, cs dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cs pn31 vmb, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14605 and if not, it will not. and if not, it will not. cc cs xx, pn31 vmb xx. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14606 The sword raged in these nations till the Lords work and will was done, and then that had done. The sword raged in these Nations till the lords work and will was done, and then that had done. dt n1 vvd p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n2 vvb cc n1 vbds vdn, cc av cst vhd vdn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14607 And as we have reason to acknowledge, that the Lord hath commanded the sword back into its sheath, And as we have reason to acknowledge, that the Lord hath commanded the sword back into its sheath, cc c-acp pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 av p-acp po31 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14608 and given us peace out of warre, so and given us peace out of war, so cc vvn pno12 n1 av pp-f n1, av (33) chapter (DIV2) 2388 Page 735
14609 Secondly, That he hath continued our peace since the warre, When he giveth quietnesse, who then can make trouble? Note. Secondly, That he hath continued our peace since the war, When he gives quietness, who then can make trouble? Note. ord, cst pns31 vhz vvn po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq av vmb vvi n1? n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2389 Page 735
14610 If God will give those nations quietnesse, where it was not, or continue it where it is, there is no power on earth can stop, or interrupt it. Who can make trouble; If God will give those Nations quietness, where it was not, or continue it where it is, there is no power on earth can stop, or interrupt it. Who can make trouble; cs np1 vmb vvi d n2 n1, c-crq pn31 vbds xx, cc vvi pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi, cc vvi pn31. q-crq vmb vvi n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2390 Page 735
14611 where he ordaineth peace? Balaam was forced to this confession (when he would have troubled the people of Israel, and went from mountaine to mountaine to seek divination) I cannot curse whom the Lord hath blessed; where he ordaineth peace? balaam was forced to this Confessi (when he would have troubled the people of Israel, and went from mountain to mountain to seek divination) I cannot curse whom the Lord hath blessed; c-crq pns31 vvz n1? np1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1 (c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1) pns11 vmbx vvi r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2391 Page 735
14667 When a people are of one mind, of one heart and way, trouble can scarce find any way to come in among them. When a people Are of one mind, of one heart and Way, trouble can scarce find any Way to come in among them. c-crq dt n1 vbr pp-f crd n1, pp-f crd n1 cc n1, n1 vmb av-j vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2410 Page 739
14612 why not, said Balak, I will give thee a good fee if thou wilt, no, saith Balaam (Numb: 23.20.) The Lord hath blessed and I cannot reverse it. why not, said Balak, I will give thee a good fee if thou wilt, no, Says balaam (Numb: 23.20.) The Lord hath blessed and I cannot reverse it. c-crq xx, vvd np1, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt j n1 cs pns21 vm2, uh-dx, vvz np1 (j: crd.) dt n1 vhz vvn cc pns11 vmbx vvi pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2391 Page 735
14613 We may put this query, When he giveth quietnesse, who can make trouble? especially to three sorts of persons. First, To politick men; We may put this query, When he gives quietness, who can make trouble? especially to three sorts of Persons. First, To politic men; pns12 vmb vvi d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1? av-j p-acp crd n2 pp-f n2. ord, p-acp j n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2391 Page 736
14614 some presume they can trouble nations and shake the surest foundations of peace, with the engine of their braine, with their wit and subtlety. Some presume they can trouble Nations and shake the Surest foundations of peace, with the engine of their brain, with their wit and subtlety. d vvb pns32 vmb vvi n2 cc vvi dt js n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2392 Page 736
14615 Yet this engine proves uselesse and unserviceable to that end, where the Lord gives quietnesse. Yet this engine Proves useless and unserviceable to that end, where the Lord gives quietness. av d n1 vvz j cc j p-acp d n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2392 Page 736
14616 Ahitophell was as an oracle of God for wisdome in his times, and he stretcht his braines upon the tenters to make trouble, Ahithophel was as an oracle of God for Wisdom in his times, and he stretched his brains upon the tenters to make trouble, np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2392 Page 736
14617 but God sayd there should be peace, and therefore (as David prayed) his wisdome was turned into foolishness. but God said there should be peace, and Therefore (as David prayed) his Wisdom was turned into foolishness. cc-acp np1 vvd pc-acp vmd vbi n1, cc av (c-acp np1 vvd) po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2392 Page 736
14618 There is no wisdome (saith Solomon the wise, Pro: 21.30.) nor understanding nor counsel against the Lord. There is no Wisdom (Says Solomon the wise, Pro: 21.30.) nor understanding nor counsel against the Lord. pc-acp vbz dx n1 (vvz np1 dt j, fw-la: crd.) ccx n1 ccx n1 p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2392 Page 736
14619 Secondly, We may put the question (who can make trouble?) to mighty men; Secondly, We may put the question (who can make trouble?) to mighty men; ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 (r-crq vmb vvi n1?) p-acp j n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2393 Page 736
14620 their power (the strength of their Armies, and arme) cannot doe it? Senacharib came with a mighty host to disturb Israel, but he could not make trouble, he could not so much as shoot an arrow against Jerusalem, when the Lord forbad it. their power (the strength of their Armies, and arm) cannot do it? Senacharib Come with a mighty host to disturb Israel, but he could not make trouble, he could not so much as shoot an arrow against Jerusalem, when the Lord forbade it. po32 n1 (dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc n1) vmbx vdi pn31? uh vvd p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi n1, pns31 vmd xx av av-d c-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vvd pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2393 Page 736
14621 Thirdly, We may put the question (who can make trouble?) to magicall men or sorcerers; Thirdly, We may put the question (who can make trouble?) to magical men or sorcerers; ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 (r-crq vmb vvi n1?) p-acp j n2 cc n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2394 Page 736
14622 They cannot doe it by their wicheryes and enchantments, by their closest correspondencies with the devill himselfe. They cannot do it by their wicheryes and enchantments, by their closest correspondencies with the Devil himself. pns32 vmbx vdi pn31 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp po32 js n2 p-acp dt n1 px31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2394 Page 736
14623 This was Balaams conclusion, who (it seemes) traded that way to doe mischiefe ( Numb: 23.23.) Surely there is no inchantment against Jacob, This was Balaams conclusion, who (it seems) traded that Way to do mischief (Numb: 23.23.) Surely there is no enchantment against Jacob, d vbds npg1 n1, r-crq (pn31 vvz) j-vvn cst n1 pc-acp vdi n1 (j: crd.) av-j a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2394 Page 736
14624 neither is there any divination against Israel: neither is there any divination against Israel: av-dx vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp np1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2394 Page 736
14625 according to this time it shall be sayd of Jacob, and of Israel, what hath God wrought? When God is resolved to give a people quietnesse, according to this time it shall be said of Jacob, and of Israel, what hath God wrought? When God is resolved to give a people quietness, vvg p-acp d n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, cc pp-f np1, r-crq vhz np1 vvn? c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2394 Page 736
14626 though the devill would, he cannot disturbe them. though the Devil would, he cannot disturb them. cs dt n1 vmd, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2394 Page 736
14627 We need not feare witches or magicians (who correspond with hell to trouble the earth) if God say there shall be peace; We need not Fear Witches or magicians (who correspond with hell to trouble the earth) if God say there shall be peace; pns12 vvb xx vvi n2 cc n2 (r-crq vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1) cs np1 vvb a-acp vmb vbi n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2394 Page 736
14628 neither policy, nor power, nor witchery, can prevaile against the purpose of God. Then happy are that people, who have the Lord for their God (Psal: neither policy, nor power, nor witchery, can prevail against the purpose of God. Then happy Are that people, who have the Lord for their God (Psalm: dx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av j vbr d n1, r-crq vhb dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 (np1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2394 Page 736
14629 144.15.) what can a people desire more to make them happy, then to have the Lord for their God, if we consider these two things? 144.15.) what can a people desire more to make them happy, then to have the Lord for their God, if we Consider these two things? crd.) q-crq vmb dt n1 vvi av-dc pc-acp vvi pno32 j, cs pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cs pns12 vvb d crd n2? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2395 Page 736
14630 First, God hath a negative voyce upon all the counsells of the wisest men in the world; First, God hath a negative voice upon all the Counsels of the Wisest men in the world; ord, np1 vhz dt j-jn n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt js n2 p-acp dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2396 Page 736
14708 while the Arke was a preparing: wherein few, that is, eight soules were saved by water; while the Ark was a preparing: wherein few, that is, eight Souls were saved by water; cs dt n1 vbds dt vvg: c-crq d, cst vbz, crd n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 740
14631 if he saith it shall not be, it cannot be, whosoever saith this or that shall be ( Lam: 3.37.) Who is he that saith and it cometh to passe, if he Says it shall not be, it cannot be, whosoever Says this or that shall be (Lam: 3.37.) Who is he that Says and it comes to pass, cs pns31 vvz pn31 vmb xx vbi, pn31 vmbx vbi, r-crq vvz d cc cst vmb vbi (np1: crd.) r-crq vbz pns31 cst vvz cc pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2396 Page 736
14632 when the Lord commandeth it not? if he gives not his assent, nothing can passe into a law. when the Lord commands it not? if he gives not his assent, nothing can pass into a law. c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 xx? cs pns31 vvz xx po31 n1, pix vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2396 Page 736
14633 The Lords single negative stops the affirmative votes of all men joyned in one. Secondly, The Lords power is paramount; The lords single negative stops the affirmative votes of all men joined in one. Secondly, The lords power is paramount; dt n2 j j-jn vvz dt j n2 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp pi. ord, dt n2 n1 vbz vvi; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2396 Page 736
14634 He can effect what he willeth, whether men will or no. That's plaine in the text. He can Effect what he wills, whither men will or no. That's plain in the text. pns31 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vvz, cs n2 vmb cc uh-dx. d|vbz j p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2397 Page 737
14635 If he give quietnesse, who can make trouble? To come a little nearer; If he give quietness, who can make trouble? To come a little nearer; cs pns31 vvb n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1? pc-acp vvi dt j av-jc; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2397 Page 737
14636 This day, this fifth of November, which we solemnize in a thankfull remembrance of our deliverance from the Gun-powder treason, is a very great confirmation of this truth. This day, this fifth of November, which we solemnize in a thankful remembrance of our deliverance from the Gunpowder treason, is a very great confirmation of this truth. d n1, d ord pp-f np1, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, vbz dt av j n1 pp-f d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2398 Page 737
14637 Who is there that was alive at that day (as severall here I know were) yea who is there that hath heard of that day, of the substance and circumstances, of the matter and manner of the Gunpowder treason, but can tell us, that a Popish party at home with their correspondents abroad, intended to make trouble in this nation; Who is there that was alive At that day (as several Here I know were) yea who is there that hath herd of that day, of the substance and Circumstances, of the matter and manner of the Gunpowder treason, but can tell us, that a Popish party At home with their correspondents abroad, intended to make trouble in this Nation; r-crq vbz a-acp cst vbds j p-acp d n1 (c-acp j av pns11 vvb vbdr) uh q-crq vbz a-acp cst vhz vvn pp-f d n1, pp-f dt n1 cc n2, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, p-acp vmb vvi pno12, cst dt j n1 p-acp n1-an p-acp po32 n2 av, vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2399 Page 737
14638 surely there was a purpose to make trouble in the nation that day, if ever there were a purpose to make trouble in any nation. surely there was a purpose to make trouble in the Nation that day, if ever there were a purpose to make trouble in any Nation. av-j a-acp vbds dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 cst n1, cs av a-acp vbdr dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2399 Page 737
14639 What did they leave unattempted, to promote the trouble of this nation? Counsels were joyned for a conjunction of forces to trouble this nation. What did they leave unattempted, to promote the trouble of this Nation? Counsels were joined for a conjunction of forces to trouble this Nation. q-crq vdd pns32 vvi j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1? ng1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2399 Page 737
14640 The men ingaged in that plot, may properly be called Trouble-makers; It was their business or their designe to trouble the waters, that themselves might fish in those waters of trouble. The men engaged in that plot, may properly be called Trouble-makers; It was their business or their Design to trouble the waters, that themselves might Fish in those waters of trouble. dt n2 vvn p-acp d n1, vmb av-j vbi vvn n2; pn31 vbds po32 n1 cc po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2, cst px32 vmd vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2399 Page 737
14641 We may with respect to their purpose, (though God prevented it graciously) truly say to them what Ahab sayd falsly to Elijah, These were the men that would have troubled our Israel; We may with respect to their purpose, (though God prevented it graciously) truly say to them what Ahab said falsely to Elijah, These were the men that would have troubled our Israel; pns12 vmb p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, (c-acp np1 vvd pn31 av-j) av-j vvb p-acp pno32 r-crq np1 vvd av-j p-acp np1, d vbdr dt n2 cst vmd vhi vvn po12 np1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2399 Page 737
14642 they would have made trouble in every way, and in every thing, wherein trouble could be made by men. they would have made trouble in every Way, and in every thing, wherein trouble could be made by men. pns32 vmd vhi vvn n1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, c-crq n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2399 Page 737
14643 Would it not have made trouble to destroy the King the chiefe Governour of these three nations, with his royall issue in one day? Would it not have made trouble to destroy the King the chief Governor of these three Nations, with his royal issue in one day? vmd pn31 xx vhi vvn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt j-jn n1 pp-f d crd n2, p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp crd n1? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2400 Page 737
14644 Would it not have made trouble, to blow up the representative of the nation, the Parliament, in one day? Would it not have made trouble, to blow up the representative of the Nation, the Parliament, in one day? vmd pn31 xx vhi vvn n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1, p-acp crd n1? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2401 Page 737
14645 Would it not have made trouble, to put the whole body of the people into a confused heape, without a head, in one day? Would it not have made trouble, to put the Whole body of the people into a confused heap, without a head, in one day? vmd pn31 xx vhi vvn n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp crd n1? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2402 Page 737
14646 Would it not have made trouble in the nation, to have seene Papal power, with Popish Doctrine and worship brought in againe upon us within a few dayes? Would it not have made trouble in the Nation, to have seen Papal power, with Popish Doctrine and worship brought in again upon us within a few days? vmd pn31 xx vhi vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vhi vvn j n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp av p-acp pno12 p-acp dt d n2? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2403 Page 737
14647 Would it not have made trouble, to have seene poore soules imprison'd, persecuted, and consumed to ashes for their conscientious witness-bearing to the truths of the Gospel? Would it not have made trouble, to have seen poor Souls imprisoned, persecuted, and consumed to Ashes for their conscientious Witnessbearing to the truths of the Gospel? vmd pn31 xx vhi vvn n1, pc-acp vhi vvn j n2 vvn, vvn, cc vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po32 j j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2404 Page 737
14648 Would it not have made trouble, to have lost our civil liberties, and to have had a yoke of spirituall Bondage layd upon our necks by worse then Egyptian task-masters? Would it not have made trouble, to have lost our civil Liberties, and to have had a yoke of spiritual Bondage laid upon our necks by Worse then Egyptian taskmasters? vmd pn31 xx vhi vvn n1, pc-acp vhi vvn po12 j n2, cc pc-acp vhi vhn dt n1 pp-f j n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp jc cs jp n2? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2405 Page 738
14649 Would it not have made trouble, to spill the blood of thousands? Was it not an attempt to make trouble, to attempt all these things which would probably, that I say not certainly, have been the issue of that plot, Would it not have made trouble, to spill the blood of thousands? Was it not an attempt to make trouble, to attempt all these things which would probably, that I say not Certainly, have been the issue of that plot, vmd pn31 xx vhi vvn n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f crd? vbds pn31 xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi d d n2 r-crq vmd av-j, cst pns11 vvb xx av-j, vhb vbn dt n1 pp-f d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2406 Page 738
14650 if it had succeeded? Let us therefore praise the Lord, who was pleased to prevent it, if it had succeeded? Let us Therefore praise the Lord, who was pleased to prevent it, cs pn31 vhd vvn? vvb pno12 av vvi dt n1, r-crq vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2406 Page 738
14651 and sayd it shall not be. They did every thing to make trouble, but make trouble; and said it shall not be. They did every thing to make trouble, but make trouble; cc vvd pn31 vmb xx vbi. pns32 vdd d n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc-acp vvb vvi; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2406 Page 738
14652 they did every thing, but prosper in their designe: they did every thing, but prosper in their Design: pns32 vdd d n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp po32 n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2406 Page 738
14653 They took secret counsell, they took oaths, yea they took the Sacrament to assure the secrecy of those counsels and oaths. They took secret counsel, they took Oaths, yea they took the Sacrament to assure the secrecy of those Counsels and Oaths. pns32 vvd j-jn n1, pns32 vvd n2, uh pns32 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2406 Page 738
14654 All this they did towards the making of trouble, yet they could not; God sayd at that time let England be in quietness; All this they did towards the making of trouble, yet they could not; God said At that time let England be in quietness; av-d d pns32 vdd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, av pns32 vmd xx; np1 vvd p-acp d n1 vvb np1 vbi p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2406 Page 738
14655 and therefore, only, those Romish Emissaries and incendiaries could not make trouble. and Therefore, only, those Romish Emissaries and incendiaries could not make trouble. cc av, av-j, d jp n2 cc n2-j vmb xx vvi n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2406 Page 738
14656 Againe, If we consider the present season wherein we live, 'tis a confirmation of this truth, God hath given us quietnesse for some yeares; Again, If we Consider the present season wherein we live, it's a confirmation of this truth, God hath given us quietness for Some Years; av, cs pns12 vvb dt j n1 c-crq pns12 vvb, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 vhz vvn pno12 n1 p-acp d n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2407 Page 738
14657 and hath he not preserved this quietnesse hitherto, against all those both persons and things that would have made trouble? if God had not confirmed our peace, we had been in trouble long before this time, and hath he not preserved this quietness hitherto, against all those both Persons and things that would have made trouble? if God had not confirmed our peace, we had been in trouble long before this time, cc vhz pns31 xx vvn d n1 av, p-acp d d d n2 cc n2 cst vmd vhi vvn n1? cs np1 vhd xx vvn po12 n1, pns12 vhd vbn p-acp n1 av-j p-acp d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2407 Page 738
14658 but yet our peace continueth, yet it continueth; and is it not wonderfull that it should continue, if we consider. but yet our peace Continueth, yet it Continueth; and is it not wonderful that it should continue, if we Consider. cc-acp av po12 n1 vvz, av pn31 vvz; cc vbz pn31 xx j cst pn31 vmd vvi, cs pns12 vvb. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2407 Page 738
14659 First, The sins of the nation which are the seed of trouble, especially those two generall sins, first, unthankfullnesse for our peace; First, The Sins of the Nation which Are the seed of trouble, especially those two general Sins, First, unthankfulness for our peace; ord, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j d crd j n2, ord, n1 p-acp po12 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2408 Page 738
14660 Secondly, our ill improvement of it. How have many abused their peace to nurse up their pride, wantonness and vaniy! Secondly, our ill improvement of it. How have many abused their peace to nurse up their pride, wantonness and vaniy! ord, po12 j-jn n1 pp-f pn31. q-crq vhb d vvn po32 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1, n1 cc n1! (33) chapter (DIV2) 2408 Page 738
14661 and being delivered from the feare of men, have even cast off the feare of God! what just cause is there, that we should loose that peace which we have used so ill, and being Delivered from the Fear of men, have even cast off the Fear of God! what just cause is there, that we should lose that peace which we have used so ill, cc vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vhb av vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq j n1 vbz a-acp, cst pns12 vmd vvi d n1 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn av av-jn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2408 Page 738
14662 and have almost turned into a warre with God himselfe! yet hitherto the Lord hath given England quietness, and none could make trouble. and have almost turned into a war with God himself! yet hitherto the Lord hath given England quietness, and none could make trouble. cc vhb av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 px31! av av dt n1 vhz vvn np1 n1, cc pix vmd vvi n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2408 Page 738
14663 Secondly, If we look upon the divisions, both in opinion, and affection, that are found among us, is it not a wonder that yet we have peace! Secondly, If we look upon the divisions, both in opinion, and affection, that Are found among us, is it not a wonder that yet we have peace! ord, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2, av-d p-acp n1, cc n1, cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12, vbz pn31 xx dt n1 cst av pns12 vhb n1! (33) chapter (DIV2) 2409 Page 738
14664 if God had not given quietnesse, doubtlesse these differences, of which we are so sadly full, had filled us with trouble long before this time. if God had not given quietness, doubtless these differences, of which we Are so sadly full, had filled us with trouble long before this time. cs np1 vhd xx vvn n1, av-j d n2, pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr av av-j j, vhd vvn pno12 p-acp n1 av-j p-acp d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2409 Page 738
14665 Thirdly, While we consider the different interests which have been abetted and hotly pursued by too many in this nation, is it not marveilous in our eyes, that our peace is continued! Thirdly, While we Consider the different interests which have been abetted and hotly pursued by too many in this Nation, is it not marvelous in our eyes, that our peace is continued! ord, cs pns12 vvb dt j n2 r-crq vhb vbn vvn cc av-j vvn p-acp av d p-acp d n1, vbz pn31 xx j p-acp po12 n2, cst po12 n1 vbz vvn! (33) chapter (DIV2) 2410 Page 738
14668 But only God (who peremptorily gives quietnesse) can give quietnesse to and prevent the trouble of a people who are divided in opinions, affections, and Interests. But only God (who peremptorily gives quietness) can give quietness to and prevent the trouble of a people who Are divided in opinions, affections, and Interests. p-acp av-j np1 (r-crq av-j vvz n1) vmb vvi n1 p-acp cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 q-crq vbr vvn p-acp n2, n2, cc n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2410 Page 739
14669 As therefore it is the most desireable mercy that a people may be all united as one man, in one mind, heart, As Therefore it is the most desirable mercy that a people may be all united as one man, in one mind, heart, p-acp av pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 cst dt n1 vmb vbi av-d vvn p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1, n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2410 Page 739
14670 and way, according to the mind, heart, and way of God; and Way, according to the mind, heart, and Way of God; cc n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2410 Page 739
14671 so it is a most admirable mercy, to see their peace continued while any considerable part among them are dis-united in any of, especially if in all these. so it is a most admirable mercy, to see their peace continued while any considerable part among them Are disunited in any of, especially if in all these. av pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 vvn cs d j n1 p-acp pno32 vbr j p-acp d pp-f, av-j cs p-acp d d. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2410 Page 739
14672 Fourthly, Consider, that since the time of our peace, we have had many changes, we have been emptied from vessel to vessel, from hand to hand, from government to government, and from governour to governour; Fourthly, Consider, that since the time of our peace, we have had many changes, we have been emptied from vessel to vessel, from hand to hand, from government to government, and from governor to governor; ord, vvb, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vhb vhn d n2, pns12 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2411 Page 739
14673 and is it not matter of astonishment as wel as of thanks-giving, that yet we have quietness! and is it not matter of astonishment as well as of thanksgiving, that yet we have quietness! cc vbz pn31 xx n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp pp-f j, cst av pns12 vhb n1! (33) chapter (DIV2) 2411 Page 739
14674 how many have waited and hoped, yea desired and longed for our day of trouble, by these changes, revolutions and vicissitudes, but yet we have peace. how many have waited and hoped, yea desired and longed for our day of trouble, by these changes, revolutions and vicissitudes, but yet we have peace. c-crq d vhb vvn cc vvn, uh j-vvn cc vvd p-acp po12 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n2, n2 cc n2, cc-acp av pns12 vhb n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2411 Page 739
14675 Must we not then conclude, If God giveth quietnesse, none can make trouble; Must we not then conclude, If God gives quietness, none can make trouble; vmb pns12 xx av vvi, cs np1 vvz n1, pix vmb vvi n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2411 Page 739
14676 neither our sins, nor our divisions, nor our animosities, nor our changes shall put it into any mans power (though they put an advantage into many mens hands) to make trouble where the Lord our God is graciously & freely pleased to give us quietness. neither our Sins, nor our divisions, nor our animosities, nor our changes shall put it into any men power (though they put an advantage into many men's hands) to make trouble where the Lord our God is graciously & freely pleased to give us quietness. av-d po12 n2, ccx po12 n2, ccx po12 n2, ccx po12 n2 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d ng1 n1 (c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp d ng2 n2) pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq dt n1 po12 n1 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2411 Page 739
14677 Yet let us be in a holy feare, lest we at last provoke God, and sin away our quietness, Yet let us be in a holy Fear, lest we At last provoke God, and since away our quietness, av vvb pno12 vbi p-acp dt j n1, cs pns12 p-acp ord vvi np1, cc n1 av po12 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2411 Page 739
14678 and make trouble for our selves. The condition of a people who doe so is very wofull; and make trouble for our selves. The condition of a people who do so is very woeful; cc vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 q-crq vdb av vbz av j; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2411 Page 739
14679 for surely (as it followeth in the text) If he hideth his face, who then can behold him? for surely (as it follows in the text) If he Hideth his face, who then can behold him? c-acp av-j (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1) cs pns31 vvz po31 n1, r-crq av vmb vvi pno31? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2411 Page 739
14680 This latter part of the verse is applicable to a nation as well as the former, This latter part of the verse is applicable to a Nation as well as the former, d d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2412 Page 739
14681 and therefore before I come to speake of either with respect to a single person, or a man only. Observe. and Therefore before I come to speak of either with respect to a single person, or a man only. Observe. cc av c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f d p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1 av-j. vvb. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2412 Page 739
14682 God sometimes hideth his face from whole nations, even from those nations that have the outward profession of his name. God sometime Hideth his face from Whole Nations, even from those Nations that have the outward profession of his name. np1 av vvz po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2, av p-acp d n2 cst vhb dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2413 Page 739
14683 As there are national mercies, so national calamities, as his people in common may have the shinings of Gods face upon them, As there Are national Mercies, so national calamities, as his people in Common may have the shinings of God's face upon them, c-acp a-acp vbr j n2, av j n2, c-acp po31 n1 p-acp j vmb vhi dt n2-vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 739
14684 so the hidings of his face from them. so the hidings of his face from them. av dt n2-vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 739
14685 Did not God hide his face from the people of Israel, his peculiar people, when they were though a professing people, Did not God hide his face from the people of Israel, his peculiar people, when they were though a professing people, vdd xx np1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 j n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr a-acp dt vvg n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 739
14686 yet a very sinfull & provoking people? ( Isa. 59.2.) Is it not sayd ( Jer: 7.12.14, 15.) Goe ye now unto my place which was in Shiloh, where I set my name at the first, yet a very sinful & provoking people? (Isaiah 59.2.) Is it not said (Jer: 7.12.14, 15.) Go you now unto my place which was in Shiloh, where I Set my name At the First, av dt j j cc j-vvg n1? (np1 crd.) vbz pn31 xx vvd (np1: crd, crd) vvb pn22 av p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbds p-acp np1, c-crq pns11 vvd po11 n1 p-acp dt ord, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14687 and see what I did to it, for the wickedness of my people Israel; and see what I did to it, for the wickedness of my people Israel; cc vvb r-crq pns11 vdd p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 np1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14688 God would not alwayes owne that place which he signally called his owne, and had set his name there, God would not always own that place which he signally called his own, and had Set his name there, np1 vmd xx av d cst n1 r-crq pns31 av-j vvd po31 d, cc vhd vvn po31 n1 a-acp, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14689 and that, at first (which was a great endearement of it to him) but when they sinned much against him, he would not so much as give them a looke of favour, no nor of pitty, till they turned from their wickednesse; and that, At First (which was a great endearement of it to him) but when they sinned much against him, he would not so much as give them a look of favour, no nor of pity, till they turned from their wickedness; cc cst, p-acp ord (r-crq vbds dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno31) cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd av-d p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd xx av av-d c-acp vvb pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, uh-dx ccx pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp po32 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14690 yea he made his severe proceeding with them a president to his people in another Generation, yea he made his severe proceeding with them a president to his people in Another Generation, uh pns31 vvd po31 j n-vvg p-acp pno32 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14691 as it followeth in the same place. as it follows in the same place. c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14692 Therefore will I doe unto this house which is called by my name, wherein ye trust, Therefore will I do unto this house which is called by my name, wherein you trust, av vmb pns11 vdi p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1, c-crq pn22 vvb, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14693 and unto the place which I gave to you, and to your fathers, as I have done to Shiloh. And I will cast you out of my sight, and unto the place which I gave to you, and to your Father's, as I have done to Shiloh. And I will cast you out of my sighed, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pn22, cc p-acp po22 n2, c-acp pns11 vhb vdn p-acp np1. cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av pp-f po11 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14694 as I have cast out all your brethren, even the whole seede of Ephraim. There's a nation cast out of the sight of God. as I have cast out all your brothers, even the Whole seed of Ephraim. There's a Nation cast out of the sighed of God. c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av d po22 n2, av dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. pc-acp|vbz dt n1 vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14695 To be cast out of Gods sight is more, if more can be, then Gods hiding his face from a people. To be cast out of God's sighed is more, if more can be, then God's hiding his face from a people. pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f npg1 n1 vbz av-dc, cs av-dc vmb vbi, cs n2 vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14696 The Church complained bitterly of this latter ( Ps: 44.24.) Wherefore hidest thou thy face, The Church complained bitterly of this latter (Ps: 44.24.) Wherefore hidest thou thy face, dt n1 vvd av-j pp-f d d (np1: crd.) q-crq vv2 pns21 po21 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14697 and forgettest our affliction, and our oppression. We use to say, Out of sight, out of minde; and forgettest our affliction, and our oppression. We use to say, Out of sighed, out of mind; cc vv2 po12 n1, cc po12 n1. pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, av pp-f n1, av pp-f n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14698 and when God leaves a nation under affliction, as if he did not minde them nor cared what became of them, and when God leaves a Nation under affliction, as if he did not mind them nor cared what became of them, cc c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp cs pns31 vdd xx vvi pno32 ccx vvd r-crq vvd pp-f pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14699 then the Scripture saith, he hideth his face from them, or, casteth them out of his sight. then the Scripture Says, he Hideth his face from them, or, Cast them out of his sighed. cs dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc, vvz pno32 av pp-f po31 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14700 I shall only adde three things about this hiding of the face of God from a nation. I shall only add three things about this hiding of the face of God from a Nation. pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd n2 p-acp d vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2414 Page 740
14701 First, This hiding of his face, is not a sudden act of God, he doth not presently nor easily hide his face from a people. First, This hiding of his face, is not a sudden act of God, he does not presently nor Easily hide his face from a people. ord, d vvg pp-f po31 n1, vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vdz xx av-j ccx av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 740
14702 He tells them often he will doe it, before he doth it once. He tells them often he will do it, before he does it once. pns31 vvz pno32 av pns31 vmb vdi pn31, c-acp pns31 vdz pn31 a-acp. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 740
14703 The Lord warned the old world long, before he brought the flood ( Gen: 6.3.) And the Lord sayd, my spirit shall not alwayes strive with man, The Lord warned the old world long, before he brought the flood (Gen: 6.3.) And the Lord said, my Spirit shall not always strive with man, dt n1 vvd dt j n1 av-j, c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 (np1: crd.) cc dt n1 vvd, po11 n1 vmb xx av vvi p-acp n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 740
14704 for that he also is flesh: for that he also is Flesh: c-acp cst pns31 av vbz n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 740
14705 yet his dayes (wherein I will spare him and wait for his repentance) shall be an hundred and twenty yeares. yet his days (wherein I will spare him and wait for his Repentance) shall be an hundred and twenty Years. av po31 ng1 (c-crq pns11 vmb vvi pno31 cc vvi p-acp po31 n1) vmb vbi dt crd cc crd n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 740
14706 Of this patience the Apostle spake, telling us (1 Pet: 3.19, 20.) That Christ by the Spirit which quickned him, went and preached to the sp•rits in prison (not in prison when he preached to them, Of this patience the Apostle spoke, telling us (1 Pet: 3.19, 20.) That christ by the Spirit which quickened him, went and preached to the sp•rits in prison (not in prison when he preached to them, pp-f d n1 dt n1 vvd, vvg pno12 (vvn n1: crd, crd) cst np1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd pno31, vvd cc vvd p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1 (xx p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 740
14707 but in prison ever since for not obeying what he preached, as the text saith) which sometime were disobedient, when once the long suffering of God waited in the dayes of Noah, but in prison ever since for not obeying what he preached, as the text Says) which sometime were disobedient, when once the long suffering of God waited in the days of Noah, cc-acp p-acp n1 av c-acp c-acp xx vvg r-crq pns31 vvd, c-acp dt n1 vvz) r-crq av vbdr j, c-crq c-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 740
14767 Prayer is our best strength, it engageth the strength of God; Prayer is our best strength, it engageth the strength of God; n1 vbz po12 js n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2419 Page 743
14709 God did not presently hide his face from that debauched Generation, who had corrupted all their wayes, God did not presently hide his face from that debauched Generation, who had corrupted all their ways, np1 vdd xx av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp d j-vvn n1, r-crq vhd vvn d po32 n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 741
14710 but gave them long warning, even an hundred and twenty years. but gave them long warning, even an hundred and twenty Years. cc-acp vvd pno32 av-j vvg, av dt crd cc crd n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 741
14711 And how often did God give warning before he withdrew or hid his face from the people of Israel, his special people? He sent his Prophets rising early, And how often did God give warning before he withdrew or hid his face from the people of Israel, his special people? He sent his prophets rising early, cc q-crq av vdd np1 vvi n1 c-acp pns31 vvd cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 j n1? pns31 vvd po31 n2 vvg av-j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 741
14712 and sending them, saying, Oh do not this abominable thing that I hate, (Jer. 44.4.) And in another place, O Jerusalem, be instructed, and sending them, saying, O do not this abominable thing that I hate, (Jer. 44.4.) And in Another place, Oh Jerusalem, be instructed, cc vvg pno32, vvg, uh vdb xx d j n1 cst pns11 vvb, (np1 crd.) cc p-acp j-jn n1, uh np1, vbb vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 741
14713 lest my soul depart (or be disjoynted) from thee; lest my soul depart (or be disjointed) from thee; cs po11 n1 vvb (cc vbi vvn) p-acp pno21; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 741
14714 (Jer. 6.8.) as if he had said, I am loth to depart, yea I will not depart, (Jer. 6.8.) as if he had said, I am loath to depart, yea I will not depart, (np1 crd.) c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, uh pns11 vmb xx vvi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 741
14715 if thou wilt but now at length hearken to my voice, and receive instruction. Secondly, As God is long before he begins to hide his face from a Nation, if thou wilt but now At length harken to my voice, and receive instruction. Secondly, As God is long before he begins to hide his face from a nation, cs pns21 vm2 cc-acp av p-acp n1 vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc vvi n1. ord, c-acp np1 vbz j c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2415 Page 741
14716 so he doth it not all at once, but gradually, or by several steps: so he does it not all At once, but gradually, or by several steps: av pns31 vdz pn31 xx av-d p-acp a-acp, cc-acp av-jn, cc p-acp j n2: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2416 Page 741
14717 we read ( Ezek. 9.3.) how the glory of the God of Israel was gone up from the Cherub whereupon he was, to the threshold of the house: we read (Ezekiel 9.3.) how the glory of the God of Israel was gone up from the Cherub whereupon he was, to the threshold of the house: pns12 vvb (np1 crd.) q-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2416 Page 741
14718 Then ( chap. 10.18.) The glory of the Lord departed from off the threshold of the house, and stood over the Cherubims: Then (chap. 10.18.) The glory of the Lord departed from off the threshold of the house, and stood over the Cherubims: av (n1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n2: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2416 Page 741
14719 And then ( chap. 11.23.) The glory of the Lord went up from the midst of the City, And then (chap. 11.23.) The glory of the Lord went up from the midst of the city, cc av (n1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2416 Page 741
14720 and stood upon the Mountain, which is on the East side of the City. When the Lord was departing from them, he did it by degrees; and stood upon the Mountain, which is on the East side of the city. When the Lord was departing from them, he did it by Degrees; cc vvd p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f dt n1. c-crq dt n1 vbds vvg p-acp pno32, pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2416 Page 741
14721 he withdrew and hid himself by little and little, as in the Eclipse of the Sun, he withdrew and hid himself by little and little, as in the Eclipse of the Sun, pns31 vvd cc vvd px31 p-acp j cc j, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2416 Page 741
14722 whether partial or total, we observe the light gradually shut in and hidden from us. whither partial or total, we observe the Light gradually shut in and hidden from us. cs j cc j, pns12 vvb dt n1 av-jn vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp pno12. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2416 Page 741
14723 Thirdly, As God is long before he hideth his face, and long in hiding it from a Nation, Thirdly, As God is long before he Hideth his face, and long in hiding it from a nation, ord, c-acp np1 vbz j c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc av-j p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 741
14724 so (which makes it dreadful) his face being once hid, continueth long hid from Nations. so (which makes it dreadful) his face being once hid, Continueth long hid from nations. av (r-crq vvz pn31 j) po31 n1 vbg a-acp vvn, vvz av-j vvn p-acp n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 741
14725 He doth not return presently to them, as he often doth to particular persons. The Eclipses of Divine favour abide long upon Nations and Churches. He does not return presently to them, as he often does to particular Persons. The Eclipses of Divine favour abide long upon nations and Churches. pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j p-acp pno32, c-acp pns31 av vdz p-acp j n2. dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vvi av-j p-acp n2 cc n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 741
14726 We commonly say, Great bodies move slowly; And God is usually slow in his motions both from and towards great bodies; We commonly say, Great bodies move slowly; And God is usually slow in his motions both from and towards great bodies; pns12 av-j vvb, j n2 vvb av-j; cc np1 vbz av-j j p-acp po31 n2 d p-acp cc p-acp j n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 741
14727 as he doth not quickly remove from them, so he doth not quickly return to them. as he does not quickly remove from them, so he does not quickly return to them. c-acp pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp pno32, av pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 741
14728 He stayeth long before he hideth his face, and he makes them stay long before he causeth his face to shine upon them again. He stays long before he Hideth his face, and he makes them stay long before he Causes his face to shine upon them again. pns31 vvz av-j c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc pns31 vvz pno32 vvi av-j c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 741
14729 When for the sin of Israel God gave up both them and the Ark into the hands of the Philistines (though the Philistines vexed with the hand of God upon them, sent it back shortly after, When for the since of Israel God gave up both them and the Ark into the hands of the philistines (though the philistines vexed with the hand of God upon them, sent it back shortly After, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvd a-acp d pno32 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt njp2 (cs dt njp2 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, vvd pn31 av av-j a-acp, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 741
14730 yet) it was long before it was fully setled among them, (1 Sam. 7.2.) And it came to pass while the Ark abode in Kirjath-jearim, that the time was long, yet) it was long before it was Fully settled among them, (1 Sam. 7.2.) And it Come to pass while the Ark Abided in Kirjath-jearim, that the time was long, av) pn31 vbds av-j p-acp pn31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp pno32, (crd np1 crd.) cc pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi cs dt n1 vvd p-acp j, cst dt n1 vbds j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 741
14731 for it was twenty years, and all the house of Israel lamented after the Lord. for it was twenty Years, and all the house of Israel lamented After the Lord. c-acp pn31 vbds crd n2, cc d dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 741
14732 The Ark (which was a signe of Gods presence with them) being removed, was not soon restor'd to its proper place; The Ark (which was a Signen of God's presence with them) being removed, was not soon restored to its proper place; dt n1 (r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32) vbg vvn, vbds xx av vvn p-acp po31 j n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14733 yea it was 20. years more after that, before it was set in its place by David, (2 Sam. 6.17.) And whereas it is said, that in those first twenty years, they lamented after the Lord, this signifieth, that all those years God was (comparatively to what he had somtimes been) but as a stranger in the land, leaving them under the cruel oppressions of the Philistines: yea it was 20. Years more After that, before it was Set in its place by David, (2 Sam. 6.17.) And whereas it is said, that in those First twenty Years, they lamented After the Lord, this signifies, that all those Years God was (comparatively to what he had sometimes been) but as a stranger in the land, leaving them under the cruel oppressions of the philistines: uh pn31 vbds crd n2 av-dc p-acp d, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, (crd np1 crd.) cc cs pn31 vbz vvn, cst p-acp d ord crd n2, pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, d vvz, cst d d n2 np1 vbds (av-j p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd av vbn) cc-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt njp2: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14734 nor did they recover his favourable presence, till they solemnly repented and reformed, putting away their strange gods, nor did they recover his favourable presence, till they solemnly repented and reformed, putting away their strange God's, ccx vdd pns32 vvi po31 j n1, c-acp pns32 av-j vvd cc vvn, vvg av po32 j n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14735 and Ashteroth, preparing their hearts unto the Lord to serve him only, as Samuel exhorted them to do at the third verse of that chapter. and Ashtaroth, preparing their hearts unto the Lord to serve him only, as Samuel exhorted them to do At the third verse of that chapter. cc np1, vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, c-acp np1 vvd pno32 pc-acp vdi p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14736 The Jewish Nation in after ages had sad experience of this in the Babylonish captivity; The Jewish nation in After ages had sad experience of this in the Babylonish captivity; dt jp n1 p-acp p-acp n2 vhd j n1 pp-f d p-acp dt np1 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14737 when God hid his face from them, it was seventy years before he lookt upon them again: when God hid his face from them, it was seventy Years before he looked upon them again: c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vbds crd n2 c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 av: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14738 and since that Nation provoked him (by their rejection of the Gospel) to lay them aside, God hath hid his face from them above these sixteen hundred years, and since that nation provoked him (by their rejection of the Gospel) to lay them aside, God hath hid his face from them above these sixteen hundred Years, cc c-acp cst n1 vvd pno31 (p-acp po32 n1 pp-f dt n1) pc-acp vvi pno32 av, np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d crd crd n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14739 and they are to this day a scattered unsetled people, and wanderers among the Nations, having their hearts hardned, and they Are to this day a scattered unsettled people, and wanderers among the nations, having their hearts hardened, cc pns32 vbr p-acp d n1 dt j-vvn j-vvn n1, cc n2 p-acp dt n2, vhg po32 n2 vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14740 and their eyes shut against the light of the glorious Gospel. and their eyes shut against the Light of the glorious Gospel. cc po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14741 And as the Jewes, so many Christian Churches have for a long time felt the sad effects of these Divine hidings and withdrawings. And as the Jews, so many Christian Churches have for a long time felt the sad effects of these Divine hidings and withdrawings. cc c-acp dt np2, av d njp n2 vhb p-acp dt j n1 vvd dt j n2 pp-f d j-jn n2-vvg cc n2-vvg. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14742 Those seven famous Churches in Asia, mentioned in the second and third chapters of the Revelation, Ephesus, Smyrna, &c. have been under this woful Eclipse many hundred years; Those seven famous Churches in Asia, mentioned in the second and third Chapters of the Revelation, Ephesus, Smyrna, etc. have been under this woeful Eclipse many hundred Years; d crd j n2 p-acp np1, vvn p-acp dt ord cc ord n2 pp-f dt n1, np1, np1, av vhb vbn p-acp d j n1 d crd n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14743 nor have those ancient Churches in Africa, where Tertullian and Augustine once flourished, recovered the presence of the Lord to this day. nor have those ancient Churches in Africa, where Tertullian and Augustine once flourished, recovered the presence of the Lord to this day. ccx vhb d j n2 p-acp np1, c-crq np1 cc np1 a-acp vvd, vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14744 Let the Nations and Churches abroad remember this, and tremble to provoke the Lord to such departures and desertions. Let the nations and Churches abroad Remember this, and tremble to provoke the Lord to such departures and desertions. vvb dt n2 cc n2 av vvb d, cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14745 God hath long hid his face from the Bohemian Churches, & subjected them again to the Papal yoke; God hath long hid his face from the Bohemian Churches, & subjected them again to the Papal yoke; np1 vhz av-j vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt jp n2, cc vvd pno32 av p-acp dt j n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14746 several parts of Germany are under the same hidings: the light is departed from them, and they are left in much darkness; several parts of Germany Are under the same hidings: the Light is departed from them, and they Are left in much darkness; j n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp dt d n2-vvg: dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14747 their state is very deplorable, and their former purity, both as to doctrines of faith, and practise of worship (as to humane help) irrecoverable. their state is very deplorable, and their former purity, both as to doctrines of faith, and practice of worship (as to humane help) irrecoverable. po32 n1 vbz av j, cc po32 j n1, d c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp p-acp j n1) j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14748 And should not the dealings of God with them, awaken us in these Nations and Churches, to remember and consider the wonderful patience of God in continuing our peace, notwithstanding all our provocations, And should not the dealings of God with them, awaken us in these nations and Churches, to Remember and Consider the wondered patience of God in Continuing our peace, notwithstanding all our provocations, cc vmd xx av n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, vvi pno12 p-acp d n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg po12 n1, c-acp d po12 n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14749 lest at last he hide his face from us also, and then who can behold him? A throng of evils and mischiefs will soon appear to us with open face, lest At last he hide his face from us also, and then who can behold him? A throng of evils and mischiefs will soon appear to us with open face, cs p-acp ord pns31 vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno12 av, cc av q-crq vmb vvi pno31? dt n1 pp-f n2-jn cc n2 vmb av vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp j n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 742
14750 if once God hide his face. if once God hide his face. cs a-acp np1 vvi po31 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 743
14751 And it will not be unuseful to instance a little in this place, what those evils and mischiefs are which throng and croud in upon Nations and Churches, And it will not be unuseful to instance a little in this place, what those evils and mischiefs Are which throng and crowd in upon nations and Churches, cc pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp n1 dt j p-acp d n1, r-crq d n2-jn cc n2 vbr r-crq vvb cc n1 p-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 743
14752 when God hideth his face from them. when God Hideth his face from them. c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2417 Page 743
14753 First, When God hideth his face from a Nation, he layeth down his former care of them, First, When God Hideth his face from a nation, he Layeth down his former care of them, ord, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz a-acp po31 j n1 pp-f pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14754 and watchfulness over them, he takes little or no notice of their case and condition, of their troubles and streights, (as was toucht in opening the Text) he regards not how it is with them, nor what becomes of them. and watchfulness over them, he Takes little or no notice of their case and condition, of their Troubles and straights, (as was touched in opening the Text) he regards not how it is with them, nor what becomes of them. cc n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz j cc dx n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, (c-acp vbds vvn p-acp vvg dt n1) pns31 vvz xx c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, ccx r-crq vvz pp-f pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14755 Such apprehensions the Prophet had in reference unto the people of Israel, ( Jer. 14.8.) where he humbly expostulated with the Lord, Why art thou as a stranger in the land, Such apprehensions the Prophet had in Referente unto the people of Israel, (Jer. 14.8.) where he humbly expostulated with the Lord, Why art thou as a stranger in the land, d n2 dt n1 vhd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) c-crq pns31 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, q-crq vb2r pns21 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14756 & as a wayfaring man that turneth aside to tarry for a night; & as a wayfaring man that turns aside to tarry for a night; cc p-acp dt vvg n1 cst vvz av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14757 a stranger or a wayfaring man, intending to stay but a night in a place, thinks not himself concerned with the state of that place; a stranger or a wayfaring man, intending to stay but a night in a place, thinks not himself concerned with the state of that place; dt n1 cc dt vvg n1, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz xx px31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14758 if he can but get a supper and a lodging for his money that night, he troubles himself no further: if he can but get a supper and a lodging for his money that night, he Troubles himself no further: cs pns31 vmb p-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cst n1, pns31 vvz px31 dx av-jc: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14759 whether it be well or ill with the place, whether it be sickness or health, if he can make shift for a night, he is satisfied. whither it be well or ill with the place, whither it be sickness or health, if he can make shift for a night, he is satisfied. cs pn31 vbb av cc av-jn p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vbb n1 cc n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14760 Thus the Prophet conceived the Lord even as a stranger among his people, little minding what became of them, Thus the Prophet conceived the Lord even as a stranger among his people, little minding what became of them, av dt n1 vvd dt n1 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av-j vvg r-crq vvd pp-f pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14761 whether they did sink or swim, whether it were peace or trouble, joy or sorrow with them. whither they did sink or swim, whither it were peace or trouble, joy or sorrow with them. cs pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi, cs pn31 vbdr n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14762 And, further, he represents the Lord not only as a stranger, but as a man astonished, not only as a man who cares not to help, And, further, he represents the Lord not only as a stranger, but as a man astonished, not only as a man who Cares not to help, np1, jc, pns31 vvz dt n1 xx av-j c-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvn, xx av-j c-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz xx pc-acp vvi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14763 but as a man who cannot. An astonished man, how mighty soever he is, hath no use of his might. but as a man who cannot. an astonished man, how mighty soever he is, hath no use of his might. cc-acp c-acp dt n1 r-crq vmbx. dt j-vvn n1, c-crq j av pns31 vbz, vhz dx n1 pp-f po31 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14764 He that can do little with his reason (that's the case of an astonish'd affrighted man) can do less with his hands. He that can do little with his reason (that's the case of an astonished affrighted man) can do less with his hands. pns31 cst vmb vdi j p-acp po31 n1 (d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt vvn j-vvn n1) vmb vdi av-dc p-acp po31 n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14765 Now such a one is God to his people (that is, he will do no more for them then such a one) when once he hideth his face from them. Now such a one is God to his people (that is, he will do no more for them then such a one) when once he Hideth his face from them. av d dt pi vbz np1 p-acp po31 n1 (cst vbz, pns31 vmb vdi dx dc p-acp pno32 av d dt pi) c-crq a-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2418 Page 743
14766 Secondly, When the Lord hideth his face from a Nation, he hath no regard to their prayers and supplications, no not to their fasts and humiliations; that speaks sadly. Secondly, When the Lord Hideth his face from a nation, he hath no regard to their Prayers and supplications, no not to their fasts and humiliations; that speaks sadly. ord, c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, uh-dx xx p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; cst vvz av-j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2419 Page 743
14768 by prayer we have our resort to God, and fetch all our help and succour in a day of trouble from his All-sufficiency. by prayer we have our resort to God, and fetch all our help and succour in a day of trouble from his All-sufficiency. p-acp n1 pns12 vhb po12 n1 p-acp np1, cc vvi d po12 n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2419 Page 743
14769 If once God say to a people, I will not hear nor answer your prayers, they are in a most forlorn condition. If once God say to a people, I will not hear nor answer your Prayers, they Are in a most forlorn condition. cs a-acp np1 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi po22 n2, pns32 vbr p-acp dt av-ds j-vvn n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2419 Page 743
14770 Thus God resolved against the people of Israel, ( Jer. 14.12.) When they fast, I will not hear their cry: Thus God resolved against the people of Israel, (Jer. 14.12.) When they fast, I will not hear their cry: av np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) c-crq pns32 av-j, pns11 vmb xx vvi po32 n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2419 Page 743
14771 And as he would not regard their own prayers, so he forbade the Prophet to pray for them, ( vers. 12.) The Lord said unto me, pray not for this people for their good; And as he would not regard their own Prayers, so he forbade the Prophet to pray for them, (vers. 12.) The Lord said unto me, pray not for this people for their good; cc c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi po32 d n2, av pns31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (fw-la. crd) dt n1 vvd p-acp pno11, vvb xx p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 j; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2419 Page 744
14772 yea, he tells them, he would not regard the prayers and intercessions of any others for them, ( Jer. 15.1.) Though Moses and Samuel stood before me, (that is, should become Advocates in their behalf) yet my heart could not be towards this people, (that's a sure and a dreadful prognostick of ruine, yea, he tells them, he would not regard the Prayers and intercessions of any Others for them, (Jer. 15.1.) Though Moses and Samuel stood before me, (that is, should become Advocates in their behalf) yet my heart could not be towards this people, (that's a sure and a dreadful prognostic of ruin, uh, pns31 vvz pno32, pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2-jn p-acp pno32, (np1 crd.) cs np1 cc np1 vvd p-acp pno11, (cst vbz, vmd vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1) av po11 n1 vmd xx vbi p-acp d n1, (d|vbz dt j cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2419 Page 744
14773 as it followeth) cast them out of my sight, and let them go forth. as it follows) cast them out of my sighed, and let them go forth. c-acp pn31 vvz) vvn pno32 av pp-f po11 n1, cc vvb pno32 vvi av. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2419 Page 744
14774 Thirdly, When the Lord hides his face from a Nation, he refuseth to give them counsel, or to direct their way. Thirdly, When the Lord hides his face from a nation, he Refuseth to give them counsel, or to Direct their Way. ord, c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14775 We need the counsel of God as much as his strength; We need the counsel of God as much as his strength; pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d c-acp po31 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14776 as we cannot do what we know unless he strengthen us, so we know not what to do unless he counsel us. as we cannot do what we know unless he strengthen us, so we know not what to do unless he counsel us. c-acp pns12 vmbx vdi q-crq pns12 vvb cs pns31 vvb pno12, av pns12 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi cs pns31 vvb pno12. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14777 And when ever God hideth his face from a people, he hideth counsel from a people. And when ever God Hideth his face from a people, he Hideth counsel from a people. cc c-crq av np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14778 When God hid his face from Saul, who was in a publick capacity, and in a publick case, his war with the Philistines, O how he complained that he could get no counsel, (1 Sam. 28.6.15.) The Lord answers me no more, When God hid his face from Saul, who was in a public capacity, and in a public case, his war with the philistines, Oh how he complained that he could get no counsel, (1 Sam. 28.6.15.) The Lord answers me no more, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, po31 n1 p-acp dt njp2, uh c-crq pns31 vvd cst pns31 vmd vvi dx n1, (crd np1 crd.) dt n1 vvz pno11 dx dc, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14779 neither by Ʋrim, nor by Thummim, nor by Prophet, nor by Dreams; neither by Ʋrim, nor by Thummim, nor by Prophet, nor by Dreams; av-dx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14780 as if he had said, I cannot get a word of direction from God, what to do in this calamitous and intricate condition, wherein my self and my Kingdome are plung'd, by reason of this Invasion; as if he had said, I cannot get a word of direction from God, what to do in this calamitous and intricate condition, wherein my self and my Kingdom Are plunged, by reason of this Invasion; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp d j cc j n1, c-crq po11 n1 cc po11 n1 vbr vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14781 I know not what to do, and God will not at all give me any intimation what to do, I know not what to do, and God will not At all give me any intimation what to do, pns11 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, cc np1 vmb xx p-acp d vvb pno11 d n1 r-crq pc-acp vdi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14782 nor how to do, what is safest, or most conducing to my own safety and preservation. nor how to do, what is Safest, or most conducing to my own safety and preservation. ccx c-crq pc-acp vdi, q-crq vbz js, cc av-ds vvg p-acp po11 d n1 cc n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14783 The Prophet brings in the Church lamenting this effect of Gods hiding his face, ( Psal. 74.9.) We see not our tokens, there is not any Prophet, The Prophet brings in the Church lamenting this Effect of God's hiding his face, (Psalm 74.9.) We see not our tokens, there is not any Prophet, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvg d n1 pp-f ng1 vvg po31 n1, (np1 crd.) pns12 vvb xx po12 n2, pc-acp vbz xx d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14784 nor any that can tell how long; nor any that can tell how long; ccx d cst vmb vvi c-crq av-j; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14785 as if they had said, heretofore God was wont to give us signes and tokens, he would even work miracles for us, as if they had said, heretofore God was wont to give us Signs and tokens, he would even work Miracles for us, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn, av np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno12 n2 cc n2, pns31 vmd av vvi n2 p-acp pno12, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14786 or he would send a Prophet to instruct and advise us what to do, we had those who could tell us how long, that is, or he would send a Prophet to instruct and Advice us what to do, we had those who could tell us how long, that is, cc pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 r-crq pc-acp vdi, pns12 vhd d r-crq vmd vvi pno12 c-crq av-j, cst vbz, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14788 but now we are in trouble, and no man can tell us how long, now we are left to the wide world, to shift for our selves as well as we can; but now we Are in trouble, and no man can tell us how long, now we Are left to the wide world, to shift for our selves as well as we can; cc-acp av pns12 vbr p-acp n1, cc dx n1 vmb vvi pno12 c-crq j, av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 c-acp av c-acp pns12 vmb; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14789 the Lord will not advise us what to do, nor give us his minde what's best to be done, or how to proceed; the Lord will not Advice us what to do, nor give us his mind what's best to be done, or how to proceed; dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno12 r-crq pc-acp vdi, ccx vvi pno12 po31 n1 r-crq|vbz js pc-acp vbi vdn, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14790 thus deplorable was their condition upon the hiding of Gods face from them. thus deplorable was their condition upon the hiding of God's face from them. av j vbds po32 n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2420 Page 744
14791 Fourthly, (which is yet worse) when the Lord hides his face from a people, he doth not only with-hold his counsels, Fourthly, (which is yet Worse) when the Lord hides his face from a people, he does not only withhold his Counsels, ord, (r-crq vbz av av-jc) c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi po31 n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2421 Page 744
14792 but gives them up to their own counsels, & that is, to their own hearts lusts, ( Ps. 81.12.) Israel would none of me (saith God) they would not harken to my voice: but gives them up to their own Counsels, & that is, to their own hearts Lustiest, (Ps. 81.12.) Israel would none of me (Says God) they would not harken to my voice: cc-acp vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 d n2, cc d vbz, p-acp po32 d n2 n2, (np1 crd.) np1 vmd pi pp-f pno11 (vvz np1) pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp po11 n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2421 Page 745
14793 What then? So I gave them up to their own hearts lusts, and they walked in their own counsels: What then? So I gave them up to their own hearts Lustiest, and they walked in their own Counsels: r-crq av? av pns11 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 d n2 n2, cc pns32 vvd p-acp po32 d n2: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2421 Page 745
14794 and that was to give them up to a spirit of division, to a spirit of discontent, to a spirit of envie and jealousie, to a spirit of ambition, of self-seeking and emulation, and that was to give them up to a Spirit of division, to a Spirit of discontent, to a Spirit of envy and jealousy, to a Spirit of ambition, of self-seeking and emulation, cc d vbds pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvi cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f j cc n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2421 Page 745
14795 and so to a spirit of distraction and confusion, and so to ruine and destruction: and so to a Spirit of distraction and confusion, and so to ruin and destruction: cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc av pc-acp vvi cc n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2421 Page 745
14796 such and no better is the issue, when God gives a people up to their own counsels; such and no better is the issue, when God gives a people up to their own Counsels; d cc dx jc vbz dt n1, c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 a-acp p-acp po32 d n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2421 Page 745
14797 then they soon become a very Chaos, and run themselves into a ruinous heap. As good have no counsel from man, as none but man's. then they soon become a very Chaos, and run themselves into a ruinous heap. As good have no counsel from man, as none but Man's. av pns32 av vvi dt j n1, cc vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1. p-acp j vhb dx n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pix cc-acp ng1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2421 Page 745
14798 Fifthly, When God hides his face from a Nation, he is ready to declare his displeasure, Fifthly, When God hides his face from a nation, he is ready to declare his displeasure, ord, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14799 and the sorest testimonies of his fierce anger, formally, against them; God looks upon a sinfully sinning people as a burthen upon his heart; and the Sorest testimonies of his fierce anger, formally, against them; God looks upon a sinfully sinning people as a burden upon his heart; cc dt js n2 pp-f po31 j n1, av-j, p-acp pno32; np1 vvz p-acp dt av-j vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14800 he is prest, and even opprest with them, he loaths them, his stomack turns at the thought of them, ( Isa. 1.24.) Ah! I will ease me (the Hebrew is, I will be comforted, he is pressed, and even oppressed with them, he Loathes them, his stomach turns At the Thought of them, (Isaiah 1.24.) Ah! I will ease me (the Hebrew is, I will be comforted, pns31 vbz vvn, cc av vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz pno32, po31 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, (np1 crd.) uh pns11 vmb vvi pno11 (dt njp vbz, pns11 vmb vbi vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14801 or I will comfort my self, that is, I will unburden my soul, and satisfie my self by taking vengeance) of my adversaries, that is, of my people who have rebelled against my command, or I will Comfort my self, that is, I will unburden my soul, and satisfy my self by taking vengeance) of my Adversaries, that is, of my people who have rebelled against my command, cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, cst vbz, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, cc vvi po11 n1 p-acp vvg n1) pp-f po11 n2, cst vbz, pp-f po11 n1 r-crq vhb vvd p-acp po11 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14802 and have been disobedient to my word. These the Lord counts no more as his children and friends, but as his enemies, and have been disobedient to my word. These the Lord counts no more as his children and Friends, but as his enemies, cc vhb vbn j p-acp po11 n1. np1 dt n1 vvz av-dx dc p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cc-acp c-acp po31 n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14803 and numbers them among his adversaries; and numbers them among his Adversaries; cc n2 pno32 p-acp po31 n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14804 Ah, saith he, I will ease me of mine adversaries, and avenge me of mine enemies: Ah, Says he, I will ease me of mine Adversaries, and avenge me of mine enemies: uh, vvz pns31, pns11 vmb vvi pno11 pp-f po11 n2, cc vvi pno11 pp-f po11 n2: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14805 I am grieved to do it, yet I must do it, I am resolved to do it. I am grieved to do it, yet I must do it, I am resolved to do it. pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vdi pn31, av pns11 vmb vdi pn31, pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vdi pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14806 As soon as the Lord had declared that he would receive no intercession for Israel, he adds, ( Jer. 15.1.2.) Cast them out of my sight, let them go forth, As soon as the Lord had declared that he would receive no Intercession for Israel, he adds, (Jer. 15.1.2.) Cast them out of my sighed, let them go forth, p-acp av c-acp dt n1 vhd vvn cst pns31 vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz, (np1 crd.) vvd pno32 av pp-f po11 n1, vvb pno32 vvi av, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14807 and it shall come to pass, if they say unto thee, whither shall we go forth? then thou shalt say unto them, and it shall come to pass, if they say unto thee, whither shall we go forth? then thou shalt say unto them, cc pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno21, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av? cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14808 thus saith the Lord, such as are for death, to death, and such as are for the sword, to the sword; thus Says the Lord, such as Are for death, to death, and such as Are for the sword, to the sword; av vvz dt n1, d c-acp vbr p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc d c-acp vbr p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14809 and such as are for the famine, to the famine; such as are for captivity, to captivity; and such as Are for the famine, to the famine; such as Are for captivity, to captivity; cc d c-acp vbr p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1; d c-acp vbr p-acp n1, p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14810 I will cause them to be removed into all Kingdoms of the earth, (vers. 4.) and as I will not pity them, I will cause them to be removed into all Kingdoms of the earth, (vers. 4.) and as I will not pity them, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, (fw-la. crd) cc c-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14811 so none shall, (vers. 5.) All these tokens of displeasure fall upon a people when once the Lord hides his face from them. so none shall, (vers. 5.) All these tokens of displeasure fallen upon a people when once the Lord hides his face from them. av pix vmb, (fw-la. crd) av-d d n2 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14812 Yea then the Lord himself will go forth against them as a fierce Lion, (Hos. 5.14, 15.) He was to Israel as a moth, and as rottenness, (vers. 12.) that is, a secret consumption, he would also be an open destruction to them as a Lion, yea as a Leopard by the way would he observe them, or lye in wait for them, and meet them as a Bear that is, bereaved of her whelps, Yea then the Lord himself will go forth against them as a fierce lion, (Hos. 5.14, 15.) He was to Israel as a moth, and as rottenness, (vers. 12.) that is, a secret consumption, he would also be an open destruction to them as a lion, yea as a Leopard by the Way would he observe them, or lie in wait for them, and meet them as a Bear that is, bereft of her whelps, uh av dt n1 px31 vmb vvi av p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1, (np1 crd, crd) pns31 vbds p-acp np1 c-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1, (fw-la. crd) cst vbz, dt j-jn n1, pns31 vmd av vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, uh p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd pns31 vvi pno32, cc vvi p-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz, vvn pp-f po31 n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 745
14813 and rent the very caul of their heart, (Hos. 13.7, 8.) The Lord God takes upon him the actings of the most savage beasts in righteousness, to shew how much he is provoked, and rend the very caul of their heart, (Hos. 13.7, 8.) The Lord God Takes upon him the actings of the most savage beasts in righteousness, to show how much he is provoked, cc vvb dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, (np1 crd, crd) dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno31 dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j-jn n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq d pns31 vbz vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 746
14814 when he seeth his people act like beasts in unrighteousness, filthiness, cruelties, sensual pleasures; when he sees his people act like beasts in unrighteousness, filthiness, cruelties, sensual pleasures; c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 vvi av-j n2 p-acp n1, n1, n2, j n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 746
14815 when men behave themselves unlike men, God will not meet them (as he told Babylon he would not, Isa. 47.3.) as a man, that is, either in the weakness of a man, when men behave themselves unlike men, God will not meet them (as he told Babylon he would not, Isaiah 47.3.) as a man, that is, either in the weakness of a man, c-crq n2 vvi px32 av-j n2, np1 vmb xx vvi pno32 (c-acp pns31 vvd np1 pns31 vmd xx, np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 746
14816 or in the compassions of a man; but he will meet them either as a beast of prey, who hath no compassion, or in the compassions of a man; but he will meet them either as a beast of prey, who hath no compassion, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno32 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhz dx n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 746
14817 or as God in the fulness of his power, not drawing forth, but quite restraining his compassions. or as God in the fullness of his power, not drawing forth, but quite restraining his compassions. cc p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx vvg av, cc-acp av vvg po31 n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 746
14818 Yea, the spirit of God will strive no more in wayes of mercy with such a people, Yea, the Spirit of God will strive no more in ways of mercy with such a people, uh, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 746
14819 but turning their enemy (Isa. 63.10.) will fight against them. but turning their enemy (Isaiah 63.10.) will fight against them. cc-acp vvg po32 n1 (np1 crd.) vmb vvi p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 746
14820 He not only forbeareth to assist them against, & deliver them from their enemies, but even assisteth their enemies against them, He not only forbeareth to assist them against, & deliver them from their enemies, but even assisteth their enemies against them, pns31 xx av-j vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp av vvz po32 n2 p-acp pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 746
14821 or delivereth them up into their enemies hand. Sixthly, When God hideth himself from a people, he removes their spiritual enjoyments; or Delivereth them up into their enemies hand. Sixthly, When God Hideth himself from a people, he removes their spiritual enjoyments; cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 ng1 n1. j, c-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz po32 j n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2422 Page 746
14822 he takes away his holy Ordinances, his Worship, the light and power of his Gospel, or leaves them nothing but the shells and out-side forms of them; he Takes away his holy Ordinances, his Worship, the Light and power of his Gospel, or leaves them nothing but the shells and outside forms of them; pns31 vvz av po31 j n2, po31 n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz pno32 pix p-acp dt n2 cc n1-an n2 pp-f pno32; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2423 Page 746
14823 they shall be fed with husks, because they have not improved sweet kernels and wholsome food; they shall be fed with husks, Because they have not improved sweet kernels and wholesome food; pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, c-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn j n2 cc j n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2423 Page 746
14824 they shall have long shaddows, but little true light or Sun-shine. Vision shall cease; they shall have long shadows, but little true Light or Sunshine. Vision shall cease; pns32 vmb vhi j n2, cc-acp av-j j n1 cc n1. n1 vmb vvi; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2423 Page 746
14825 God will take away his Ministers and be gone, and then they are presently over-run with errour and superstition upon one hand, God will take away his Ministers and be gone, and then they Are presently overrun with error and Superstition upon one hand, np1 vmb vvi av po31 n2 cc vbi vvn, cc av pns32 vbr av-j vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp crd n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2423 Page 746
14826 or with ignorance and prophaneness on the other. or with ignorance and profaneness on the other. cc p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2423 Page 746
14827 Seventhly, He will spoil them also in their Civil enjoyments, he will take away good Magistrates, who are as a staff and a stay, Seventhly, He will spoil them also in their Civil enjoyments, he will take away good Magistrates, who Are as a staff and a stay, crd, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av p-acp po32 j n2, pns31 vmb vvi av j n2, r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 746
14828 as a shield and a shelter to a Nation; as a shield and a shelter to a nation; c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 746
14829 he will break the stay and staff of Government, as he threatned ( Isa. 3.1, 2.) and then (as it followeth vers. 5.) The childe shall behave himself proudly against the ancient, he will break the stay and staff of Government, as he threatened (Isaiah 3.1, 2.) and then (as it follows vers. 5.) The child shall behave himself proudly against the ancient, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvd (np1 crd, crd) cc av (c-acp pn31 vvz zz. crd) dt n1 vmb vvi px31 av-j p-acp dt j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 746
14830 and the base against the honourable; and the base against the honourable; cc dt j p-acp dt j; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 746
14831 he will leave them to the corruption of Justice, Judgement shall be turned away backward, and justice shall stand afar off, he will leave them to the corruption of justice, Judgement shall be turned away backward, and Justice shall stand afar off, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 vmb vbb vvn av av-j, cc n1 vmb vvi av a-acp, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 746
14832 and then truth falleth in the streets, and equity cannot enter, (Isa. 59.14.) and after all this, what will he do with them? He will either leave them to the worst of National evils, total Anarchy, and then truth falls in the streets, and equity cannot enter, (Isaiah 59.14.) and After all this, what will he do with them? He will either leave them to the worst of National evils, total Anarchy, cc av n1 vvz p-acp dt n2, cc n1 vmbx vvi, (np1 crd.) cc p-acp d d, r-crq vmb pns31 vdi p-acp pno32? pns31 vmb av-d vvi pno32 p-acp dt js pp-f j n2-jn, j n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 746
14833 or, he will give children to be their Princes, and babes shall rule over them. or, he will give children to be their Princes, and babes shall Rule over them. cc, pns31 vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vbi po32 n2, cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 746
14834 When God hid his face from the Jewish Nation, he broke their Government by taking away ten Tribes out of Rehoboams hand, When God hid his face from the Jewish nation, he broke their Government by taking away ten Tribes out of Rehoboams hand, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt jp n1, pns31 vvd po32 n1 p-acp vvg av crd n2 av pp-f vvz n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 746
14835 and putting them under Jeroboam; and out of his hand they fell into the hand of several other wicked Princes, til at last they were carried into captivity by the common enemy. and putting them under Jeroboam; and out of his hand they fell into the hand of several other wicked Princes, till At last they were carried into captivity by the Common enemy. cc vvg pno32 p-acp np1; cc av pp-f po31 n1 pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j j-jn j n2, c-acp p-acp ord pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14836 These & the like are the woful effects of Gods hiding his face from a Nation; These & the like Are the woeful effects of God's hiding his face from a nation; np1 cc dt j vbr dt j n2 pp-f n2 vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14837 from all which we may well conclude with Elihu in the Text, who then can behold him? who can bear his wrathful presence, from all which we may well conclude with Elihu in the Text, who then can behold him? who can bear his wrathful presence, p-acp d r-crq pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vmb vvi pno31? q-crq vmb vvi po31 j n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14838 when his face or favourable presence is hidden from us? To shut up this point, I shall only adde, that because these hidings of Gods face are gradual, (as was shewed before) therefore they are little taken notice of; when his face or favourable presence is hidden from us? To shut up this point, I shall only add, that Because these hidings of God's face Are gradual, (as was showed before) Therefore they Are little taken notice of; c-crq po31 n1 cc j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12? p-acp vvn a-acp d n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi, cst c-acp d n2-vvg pp-f ng1 n1 vbr j-jn, (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) av pns32 vbr av-j vvn n1 pp-f; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14839 as the Prophet complained ( Hos. 7.9.) Gray hairs are here and there upon them, and they know it not; as the Prophet complained (Hos. 7.9.) Grey hairs Are Here and there upon them, and they know it not; c-acp dt n1 vvd (np1 crd.) j-jn n2 vbr av cc a-acp p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vvb pn31 xx; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14840 that is, they are in a declining condition, (gray hairs are the signes of old age, which is the declension of mans life, he alludes from the body Natural, to the body Civil or Politick, they are I say, in a declining, weakning, spending condition) yet they lay it not to heart. that is, they Are in a declining condition, (grey hairs Are the Signs of old age, which is the declension of men life, he alludes from the body Natural, to the body Civil or Politic, they Are I say, in a declining, weakening, spending condition) yet they lay it not to heart. cst vbz, pns32 vbr p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (j-jn n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 j, p-acp dt n1 j cc j, pns32 vbr pns11 vvb, p-acp dt j-vvg, vvg, vvg n1) av pns32 vvd pn31 xx p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14841 And that's a sore, if not the chiefest judgement of God upon a Nation, when hiding his face, he hides his judgements from them, And that's a soar, if not the chiefest judgement of God upon a nation, when hiding his face, he hides his Judgments from them, cc d|vbz dt j, cs xx dt js-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq vvg po31 n1, pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14842 and gives them up to hardness of heart, to blindness of minde, and a spirit of stupidity, that they see not nor take notice of their own danger, and gives them up to hardness of heart, to blindness of mind, and a Spirit of stupidity, that they see not nor take notice of their own danger, cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vvb xx ccx vvb n1 pp-f po32 d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14844 And still the more God hideth his face from a Nation, the more miserable they are, And still the more God Hideth his face from a nation, the more miserable they Are, cc av dt av-dc n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc j pns32 vbr, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14845 and withal, the more insensible of their misery. and withal, the more insensible of their misery. cc av, dt av-dc j pp-f po32 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14846 So much from that consideration of the Text, as to a Nation, When he giveth quietness, who can make trouble? and when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? Whether it be against a Nation, Or against a man only. So much from that consideration of the Text, as to a nation, When he gives quietness, who can make trouble? and when he Hideth his face, who then can behold him? Whither it be against a nation, Or against a man only. av av-d p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1? cc c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, r-crq av vmb vvi pno31? cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 av-j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2424 Page 747
14847 As this verse respects a man only, or a single person, it is expounded two or three wayes. As this verse respects a man only, or a single person, it is expounded two or three ways. p-acp d n1 vvz dt n1 av-j, cc dt j n1, pn31 vbz vvn crd cc crd n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2425 Page 747
14848 First, Of Oppressors and wicked men; First, Of Oppressors's and wicked men; ord, pp-f ng2 cc j n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2426 Page 747
14849 as if he had said, When God will give a wicked man quietness or prosperity in his sinful way, who can make his estate troublous, as if he had said, When God will give a wicked man quietness or Prosperity in his sinful Way, who can make his estate troublous, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-crq np1 vmb vvi dt j n1 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 j n1, r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1 j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2426 Page 747
14850 or trouble him in his estate? He shall be quiet while the will of God is to suffer him to be so; or trouble him in his estate? He shall be quiet while the will of God is to suffer him to be so; cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1? pns31 vmb vbi j-jn cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi av; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2426 Page 747
14851 and if God once hide his face from him, that is, declareth displeasure against him, who can behold him? that is, who among the mightiest of wicked oppressors, can lift himself up against, or stand before God? and if God once hide his face from him, that is, Declareth displeasure against him, who can behold him? that is, who among the Mightiest of wicked Oppressors's, can lift himself up against, or stand before God? cc cs np1 a-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31, cst vbz, vvz n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? cst vbz, r-crq p-acp dt js pp-f j n2, vmb vvi px31 a-acp p-acp, cc vvb p-acp np1? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2426 Page 747
14852 Secondly, The words are expounded of the oppressed, or of godly men; Secondly, The words Are expounded of the oppressed, or of godly men; ord, dt n2 vbr vvn pp-f dt j-vvn, cc pp-f j n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2427 Page 747
14853 as if he had said, when God is minded or resolved to give peace and quietness to any of his faithful servants, who can hinder him, as if he had said, when God is minded or resolved to give peace and quietness to any of his faithful Servants, who can hinder him, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-crq np1 vbz vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 j n2, r-crq vmb vvi pno31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2427 Page 747
14854 or trouble them? and when he is pleased for reason best known to himself, to leave any of his faithful servants in darkness, or trouble them? and when he is pleased for reason best known to himself, to leave any of his faithful Servants in darkness, cc vvi pno32? cc c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 js vvn p-acp px31, pc-acp vvi d pp-f po31 j n2 p-acp n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2427 Page 748
14855 and withdraw the light of his countenance from them, who among them can behold him? that is, bear or endure his angry appearances. and withdraw the Light of his countenance from them, who among them can behold him? that is, bear or endure his angry appearances. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq p-acp pno32 vmb vvi pno31? cst vbz, vvb cc vvi po31 j n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2427 Page 748
14856 A third expounds the former part of the verse according to the second Exposition of the whole verse concerning the oppressed or afflicted godly, if God will give them quietness, who can give them trouble? And the latter part of the verse, of Oppressors, if he hideth his face from wicked and unjust men, who can behold him? A third expounds the former part of the verse according to the second Exposition of the Whole verse Concerning the oppressed or afflicted godly, if God will give them quietness, who can give them trouble? And the latter part of the verse, of Oppressors's, if he Hideth his face from wicked and unjust men, who can behold him? dt ord vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvg dt j-vvn cc j-vvn j, cs np1 vmb vvi pno32 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno32 vvi? cc dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f ng2, cs pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp j cc j n2, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2428 Page 748
14857 Further, Some who take this sence, do not understand it as an act of God hiding his own face, Further, some who take this sense, do not understand it as an act of God hiding his own face, jc, d r-crq vvb d n1, vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg po31 d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14858 but as an act of God hiding the face of the wicked Oppressor; but as an act of God hiding the face of the wicked Oppressor; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14859 as if it had been said, When God hideth a wicked mans face, and wraps him up as a condemned man, or when, by the command of the Magistrate, as if it had been said, When God Hideth a wicked men face, and wraps him up as a condemned man, or when, by the command of the Magistrate, c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn, c-crq np1 vvz dt j ng1 n1, cc vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc c-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14860 after his legal tryal his face is covered, being ready to seal the warrant for his execution; ( Hamans face was covered as soon as the Kings word went out against him) then who can behold him? Some insist much upon this interpretation, in allusion to the custome of those times, After his Legal trial his face is covered, being ready to seal the warrant for his execution; (Hamans face was covered as soon as the Kings word went out against him) then who can behold him? some insist much upon this Interpretation, in allusion to the custom of those times, p-acp po31 j n1 po31 n1 vbz vvn, vbg j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (np1 n1 vbds vvn a-acp av c-acp dt ng1 n1 vvd av p-acp pno31) av r-crq vmb vvi pno31? d vvi d p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14861 when condemned malefactors had their faces covered; when condemned malefactors had their faces covered; c-crq j-vvn n2 vhd po32 n2 vvn; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14862 and indeed, when God wraps up the oppressors face as a condemned man, who can behold him, that is, who can hold up his face against God, and indeed, when God wraps up the Oppressors's face as a condemned man, who can behold him, that is, who can hold up his face against God, cc av, c-crq np1 vvz a-acp dt ng2 n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31, cst vbz, r-crq vmb vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14863 or resist him in this work of justice. or resist him in this work of Justice. cc vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14864 But I intend not to prosecute the personal consideration of the Text under these distinct notions, But I intend not to prosecute the personal consideration of the Text under these distinct notions, p-acp pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14865 but shall only take up the general sence; but shall only take up the general sense; cc-acp vmb av-j vvi a-acp dt j n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14866 When he giveth quietness to a man, who can make trouble? and when he hideth his face from a man, who can behold him? I shall only adde Master Broughton 's gloss upon the whole verse; When he gives quietness to a man, who can make trouble? and when he Hideth his face from a man, who can behold him? I shall only add Master Broughton is gloss upon the Whole verse; c-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1? cc c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? pns11 vmb av-j vvi n1 np1 vbz n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14867 when for the poor he kills the mighty, none can stay him; and when he hideth his favour, none can finde it. Hence Observe. when for the poor he kills the mighty, none can stay him; and when he Hideth his favour, none can find it. Hence Observe. c-crq p-acp dt j pns31 vvz dt j, pix vmb vvi pno31; cc c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, pix vmb vvi pn31. av vvb. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2429 Page 748
14868 First, The quietness or peace of any man, of every man, is of the Lord. First, The quietness or peace of any man, of every man, is of the Lord. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, pp-f d n1, vbz pp-f dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2430 Page 748
14869 If God will have a wicked man live in quietness, to it shall be, and God hath given, If God will have a wicked man live in quietness, to it shall be, and God hath given, cs np1 vmb vhi dt j n1 vvi p-acp n1, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi, cc np1 vhz vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2431 Page 748
14870 and doth often give them quietness. and does often give them quietness. cc vdz av vvi pno32 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2431 Page 748
14871 I have seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green Bay tree, (Psal. 37.35.) David spake this from a good witness, the sight of his eye: I have seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green Bay tree, (Psalm 37.35.) David spoke this from a good witness, the sighed of his eye: pns11 vhb vvn dt j p-acp j n1, cc vvg px31 av-j dt j-jn n1 n1, (np1 crd.) np1 vvd d p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2431 Page 748
14872 I (saith he) have seen the wicked in much outward pomp and splendour, I (Says he) have seen the wicked in much outward pomp and splendour, pns11 (vvz pns31) vhb vvn dt j p-acp d j n1 cc n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2431 Page 749
14873 and as the outward peace and quietness, pomp and splendour of the wicked is from God, and as the outward peace and quietness, pomp and splendour of the wicked is from God, cc p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j vbz p-acp np1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2431 Page 749
14874 so also is both the outward and inward peace of any godly man. so also is both the outward and inward peace of any godly man. av av vbz d dt j cc j n1 pp-f d j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2431 Page 749
14875 First, The outward peace, or the peace of a godly man in his outward estate, is of the Lord, ( Psal. 4.8.) I will both lay me down in peace and sleep, First, The outward peace, or the peace of a godly man in his outward estate, is of the Lord, (Psalm 4.8.) I will both lay me down in peace and sleep, ord, dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 j n1, vbz pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd.) pns11 vmb av-d vvi pno11 a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2432 Page 749
14876 for thou only makest me to dwell in safety: for thou only Makest me to dwell in safety: c-acp pns21 av-j vv2 pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2432 Page 749
14877 that is, thou O Lord wilt watch over me in the night, and not suffer me to be surprized by any sudden danger, that is, thou O Lord wilt watch over me in the night, and not suffer me to be surprised by any sudden danger, cst vbz, pns21 sy n1 vmd2 vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1, cc xx vvi pno11 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2432 Page 749
14878 and therefore I will quietly repose my self upon thy gracious promises, and throw off those cares and fears, which as thorns in the pillow, would not suffer me to rest, and Therefore I will quietly repose my self upon thy gracious promises, and throw off those Cares and fears, which as thorns in the pillow, would not suffer me to rest, cc av pns11 vmb av-jn vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 j n2, cc vvb a-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, vmd xx vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2432 Page 749
14879 when I lye down in my bed: the Lord is my safety, even the rest of my body. when I lie down in my Bed: the Lord is my safety, even the rest of my body. c-crq pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp po11 n1: dt n1 vbz po11 n1, av dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2432 Page 749
14880 In the 5th chapter of this book ( ver. 23, 24.) Eliphaz telleth us, In the 5th chapter of this book (for. 23, 24.) Eliphaz Telleth us, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 (p-acp. crd, crd) np1 vvz pno12, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2432 Page 749
14881 how the Lord secures the outward condition of a good man, and gives him such quietness, that even the very beasts of the earth shall be in league, how the Lord secures the outward condition of a good man, and gives him such quietness, that even the very beasts of the earth shall be in league, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvz pno31 d n1, cst av dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2432 Page 749
14882 and the stones of the field at peace with him, and he shall know (or be assured) that his tabernacle shall be in peace. and the stones of the field At peace with him, and he shall know (or be assured) that his tabernacle shall be in peace. cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vmb vvi (cc vbi vvn) d po31 n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2432 Page 749
14902 'tis possible to have peace without joy, but there can be no joy in that soul, which hath not first attained to peace. it's possible to have peace without joy, but there can be no joy in that soul, which hath not First attained to peace. pn31|vbz j pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vhz xx ord vvn p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14883 Secondly, The inward peace, the soul peace, the spiritual peace of a godly man is much more from the Lord, ( John 14.27.) Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you, not as the world giveth, so give I unto you; Secondly, The inward peace, the soul peace, the spiritual peace of a godly man is much more from the Lord, (John 14.27.) Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you, not as the world gives, so give I unto you; ord, dt j n1, dt n1 n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz d dc p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, po11 n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, xx p-acp dt n1 vvz, av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14884 as if Christ had said, I will not deal with you after the rate of the world, that is, either deceitfully and falsly, or rigorously and unjustly; as if christ had said, I will not deal with you After the rate of the world, that is, either deceitfully and falsely, or rigorously and unjustly; c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, av-d av-j cc av-j, cc av-j cc av-j; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14885 I will not give you such measure as the world gives you, nor in such a manner; I will not give you such measure as the world gives you, nor in such a manner; pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pn22, ccx p-acp d dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14886 I give you my peace, therefore let not your hearts be troubled, neither be you afraid: I give you my peace, Therefore let not your hearts be troubled, neither be you afraid: pns11 vvb pn22 po11 n1, av vvb xx po22 n2 vbb vvn, d vbb pn22 j: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14887 what-ever outward trouble the world can give you, be not afraid of it before it cometh, whatever outward trouble the world can give you, be not afraid of it before it comes, j j n1 dt n1 vmb vvi pn22, vbb xx j pp-f pn31 c-acp pn31 vvz, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14888 nor troubled at it when 'tis come, I will give you inward peace in the midst of all your troubles. nor troubled At it when it's come, I will give you inward peace in the midst of all your Troubles. ccx vvn p-acp pn31 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po22 n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14889 Christ invites the weary and the heavie laden to come to him, with this promise, I will give you rest, (Matth. 11.29.) soul-rest he meaneth; christ invites the weary and the heavy laden to come to him, with this promise, I will give you rest, (Matthew 11.29.) Soul-rest he means; np1 vvz dt j cc dt j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n1, (np1 crd.) n1 pns31 vvz; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14890 that Title or name of Christ, Shiloh, (Gen. 49.10. The Scepter shall not depart from Judah, until Shiloh come ) signifies tranquility, peace, and rest; that Title or name of christ, Shiloh, (Gen. 49.10. The Sceptre shall not depart from Judah, until Shiloh come) signifies tranquillity, peace, and rest; d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, np1, (np1 crd. dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vvb) vvz n1, n1, cc n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14891 As Jesus Christ hath bought our peace and rest with his blood, so he bears it in his name. As jesus christ hath bought our peace and rest with his blood, so he bears it in his name. c-acp np1 np1 vhz vvn po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14892 The fountain of our soul-peace is the heart of the father, Grace and Peace from God the Father, &c. ( Col. 1.1, 2. 1 Thess. 1.1.) The purchase or price of this peace, is the blood of the Son, ( Col. 1.22.) He hath made our peace through the blood of his Cross: The fountain of our soul-peace is the heart of the father, Grace and Peace from God the Father, etc. (Col. 1.1, 2. 1 Thess 1.1.) The purchase or price of this peace, is the blood of the Son, (Col. 1.22.) He hath made our peace through the blood of his Cross: dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, av (np1 crd, crd crd np1 crd.) dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd.) pns31 vhz vvn po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14893 Our peace cost dear, it cost blood, and that the blood of the Son of God. Our peace cost dear, it cost blood, and that the blood of the Son of God. po12 n1 vvd j-jn, pn31 vvd n1, cc cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 749
14894 The conveyance of this peace is made by the holy Spirit; he is sent to bring the good tydings of peace unto believers: The conveyance of this peace is made by the holy Spirit; he is sent to bring the good tidings of peace unto believers: dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1; pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14895 the Spirit speaks peace from God, and witnesseth with our spirits, that we are at peace with God. the Spirit speaks peace from God, and Witnesseth with our spirits, that we Are At peace with God. dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp np1, cc vvz p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14896 And as this peace is at first from God the Father as the fountain of it, And as this peace is At First from God the Father as the fountain of it, cc c-acp d n1 vbz p-acp ord p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14897 & from God the Son as the Purchaser of it, and from God the holy Ghost as the Speaker of it; & from God the Son as the Purchaser of it, and from God the holy Ghost as the Speaker of it; cc p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc p-acp np1 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14898 so the continuing and renewing of this peace is from the same God. so the Continuing and renewing of this peace is from the same God. av dt vvg cc vvg pp-f d n1 vbz p-acp dt d np1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14899 He establisheth and setleth the heart in that peace which he hath given, and he restoreth that peace when at any time we have lost it, and the heart is unsetled. He Establisheth and settleth the heart in that peace which he hath given, and he restoreth that peace when At any time we have lost it, and the heart is unsettled. pns31 vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc pns31 vvz d n1 c-crq p-acp d n1 pns12 vhb vvn pn31, cc dt n1 vbz j-vvn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14900 David's soul being unquiet, and his peace ravell'd after his sin, he addressed to God for the renewing of it, ( Psal. 51.12.) Restore to me the joy of thy salvation. David's soul being unquiet, and his peace raveled After his since, he addressed to God for the renewing of it, (Psalm 51.12.) Restore to me the joy of thy salvation. npg1 n1 vbg j, cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31, (np1 crd.) vvb p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14901 David petitioned the restoring of his peace, while he petitioned the restoring of his joy: David petitioned the restoring of his peace, while he petitioned the restoring of his joy: np1 vvd dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, cs pns31 vvd dt vvg pp-f po31 n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14903 We must wait upon God both for the restoring of our peace when it is departed, We must wait upon God both for the restoring of our peace when it is departed, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 av-d p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14904 and for the continuance of it when it is enjoyed. and for the Continuance of it when it is enjoyed. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14905 When he giveth quietness to a man, either as to soul, or body, or both, Who can make trouble? Note, Secondly. When he gives quietness to a man, either as to soul, or body, or both, Who can make trouble? Note, Secondly. c-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, av-d c-acp p-acp n1, cc n1, cc d, r-crq vmb vvi n1? n1, ord. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2433 Page 750
14906 The quietness or peace which God bestows upon any person is an invincible, an insuperable peace and quietness, The quietness or peace which God bestows upon any person is an invincible, an insuperable peace and quietness, dt n1 cc n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1 vbz dt j, dt j n1 cc n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2434 Page 750
14907 as to all that this world can do, or he suffer in this world. If God will give a quiet outward estate, no man can disturb it; as to all that this world can do, or he suffer in this world. If God will give a quiet outward estate, no man can disturb it; c-acp p-acp d cst d n1 vmb vdi, cc pns31 vvi p-acp d n1. cs np1 vmb vvi dt j-jn j n1, dx n1 vmb vvi pn31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2434 Page 750
14908 when God gave Job outward quietness, what a mighty man was he? how did he flourish? Nor could any break his outward peace; when God gave Job outward quietness, what a mighty man was he? how did he flourish? Nor could any break his outward peace; c-crq np1 vvd np1 j n1, r-crq dt j n1 vbds pns31? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi? ccx vmd d vvi po31 j n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2435 Page 750
14909 Satan confest it in the first chapter, Thou hast made a hedge about him, and about his house, Satan confessed it in the First chapter, Thou hast made a hedge about him, and about his house, np1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt ord n1, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp po31 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2435 Page 750
14910 and about all that he hath, on every side; and about all that he hath, on every side; cc p-acp d cst pns31 vhz, p-acp d n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2435 Page 750
14911 there is not the least gap open, no nor stake loosned in his hedge, who can touch him? who can come at him? I cannot touch him, Sabeans and Chaldeans cannot touch him. there is not the least gap open, no nor stake loosened in his hedge, who can touch him? who can come At him? I cannot touch him, Sabeans and Chaldeans cannot touch him. a-acp vbz xx dt ds n1 j, uh-dx ccx vvi j-vvn p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? q-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno31? pns11 vmbx vvi pno31, np1 cc np1 vmbx vvi pno31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2435 Page 750
14912 While the Lord giveth and guardeth our outward peace, it is inviolable. While the Lord gives and guardeth our outward peace, it is inviolable. n1 dt n1 vvz cc vvz po12 j n1, pn31 vbz j. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2435 Page 750
14913 And as to our spiritual peace, if the Lord speak it, who or what can trouble the soul? And as to our spiritual peace, if the Lord speak it, who or what can trouble the soul? cc c-acp p-acp po12 j n1, cs dt n1 vvb pn31, r-crq cc q-crq vmb vvi dt n1? (33) chapter (DIV2) 2435 Page 750
14914 First, The afflictions, tribulations, and vexations which we meet with in the world, cannot trouble this inward peace; First, The afflictions, tribulations, and vexations which we meet with in the world, cannot trouble this inward peace; ord, dt n2, n2, cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1, vmbx vvi d j n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 750
14915 while storms are without, there will be a calm within; the soul may be at peace, and the conscience quiet, in the greatest visible confusions. while storms Are without, there will be a Cam within; the soul may be At peace, and the conscience quiet, in the greatest visible confusions. cs n2 vbr p-acp, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j-jn p-acp; dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1, cc dt n1 j-jn, p-acp dt js j n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 750
14916 Let the world turn about and overturn, let it shake and break into a thousand pieces, this peace abides unshaken, unbroken: Let the world turn about and overturn, let it shake and break into a thousand Pieces, this peace abides unshaken, unbroken: vvb dt n1 vvb a-acp cc vvi, vvb pn31 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt crd n2, d n1 vvz j-vvn, j: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14917 let the world rage in the heat either of war or persecution, yet the heart is serene, fixt, let the world rage in the heat either of war or persecution, yet the heart is serene, fixed, vvb dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, av dt n1 vbz j, vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14918 and quiet, like Mount Zion, that cannot be removed. and quiet, like Mount Zion, that cannot be removed. cc j-jn, j n1 np1, cst vmbx vbi vvn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14919 Christ tells his Disciples ( John 16.33.) These things have I spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace; christ tells his Disciples (John 16.33.) These things have I spoken unto you, that in me you might have peace; np1 vvz po31 n2 (np1 crd.) d n2 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp pn22, cst p-acp pno11 pn22 vmd vhi n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14920 (and in the same verse he foretells them) In the world you shall have tribulation: (and in the same verse he foretells them) In the world you shall have tribulation: (cc p-acp dt d n1 pns31 vvz pno32) p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vhi n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14921 as if he had said, you shall have a peace concurrent and contemporary with your tribulation; as if he had said, you shall have a peace concurrent and contemporary with your tribulation; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 j cc j p-acp po22 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14922 trouble from the world shall not hinder the peace you have from me; yea, my peace shall conquer the troubles you have in the world. trouble from the world shall not hinder the peace you have from me; yea, my peace shall conquer the Troubles you have in the world. vvb p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pn22 vhb p-acp pno11; uh, po11 n1 vmb vvi dt n2 pn22 vhb p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14923 Thus the Prophet tryumphed in believing, ( Hab. 3.17.) Though the labour of the Olive should fail, Thus the Prophet triumphed in believing, (Hab. 3.17.) Though the labour of the Olive should fail, av dt n1 vvd p-acp vvg, (np1 crd.) cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14924 and the Vine yeild no fruit, though there be no Calves in the stall, nor Sheep in the fold, &c. yet I will joy in the Lord, and the Vine yield no fruit, though there be no Calves in the stall, nor Sheep in the fold, etc. yet I will joy in the Lord, cc dt n1 vvb dx n1, cs pc-acp vbb dx n2 p-acp dt n1, ccx n1 p-acp dt n1, av av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14926 To rejoyce in the Lord, is more then to be quiet, or to have peace in the Lord. To rejoice in the Lord, is more then to be quiet, or to have peace in the Lord. pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz av-dc cs pc-acp vbi j-jn, cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14927 Joy is the exaltation of peace, it is the most delicious fruit of peace: Joy is the exaltation of peace, it is the most delicious fruit of peace: n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14928 The worst of worldly evils cannot despoil us of the least purely spiritual good, much less of the greatest. The worst of worldly evils cannot despoil us of the least purely spiritual good, much less of the greatest. dt js pp-f j n2-jn vmbx vvi pno12 pp-f dt av-ds av-j j j, av-d av-dc pp-f dt js. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14929 Him wilt thou keep in perfect peace, whose minde is stayed on thee, (Isa. 26.3.) That's perfectly perfect to which nothing can be added, Him wilt thou keep in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee, (Isaiah 26.3.) That's perfectly perfect to which nothing can be added, pno31 vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp j n1, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno21, (np1 crd.) d|vbz av-j j p-acp r-crq pix vmb vbi vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14930 and from which nothing can be taken away; and from which nothing can be taken away; cc p-acp r-crq pix vmb vbi vvn av; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14931 yet that is truly perfect, to which though somthing may be added, yet it cannot be either totally or finally taken away. yet that is truly perfect, to which though something may be added, yet it cannot be either totally or finally taken away. av cst vbz av-j j, p-acp r-crq cs pi vmb vbi vvn, av pn31 vmbx vbi av-d av-j cc av-j vvn av. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14932 Such is the soul-peace of true believers in this life, and therefore a perfect peace. Such is the soul-peace of true believers in this life, and Therefore a perfect peace. d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp d n1, cc av dt j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2436 Page 751
14933 Secondly, As outward tribulation cannot hinder the soul-peace of a godly man, so the policy, plots, Secondly, As outward tribulation cannot hinder the soul-peace of a godly man, so the policy, plots, ord, c-acp j n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av dt n1, n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 751
14934 and temptations of Satan our arch-enemy cannot, yea his charges and most spiteful accusations shall not. and temptations of Satan our archenemy cannot, yea his charges and most spiteful accusations shall not. cc n2 pp-f np1 po12 n1 vmbx, uh po31 n2 cc av-ds j n2 vmb xx. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 751
14935 The great designe of the devil, is, to destroy and devour souls, his own condition being most miserable, he at once envies all those who are not in the same condition, The great Design of the Devil, is, to destroy and devour Souls, his own condition being most miserable, he At once envies all those who Are not in the same condition, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2, po31 d n1 vbg av-ds j, pns31 p-acp a-acp vvz d d r-crq vbr xx p-acp dt d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 751
14936 and attempts to make them so; and attempts to make them so; cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 751
14937 and when he fails in that attempt, the destruction of souls, yet he will not cease to attempt their molestation, and when he fails in that attempt, the destruction of Souls, yet he will not cease to attempt their molestation, cc c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, av pns31 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 751
14938 and to trouble those whom he cannot utterly devour. Now, as Satan cannot at all prevail in the former attempt, the destroying of souls, and to trouble those whom he cannot utterly devour. Now, as Satan cannot At all prevail in the former attempt, the destroying of Souls, cc pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns31 vmbx av-j vvi. av, c-acp np1 vmbx p-acp d vvb p-acp dt j n1, dt n-vvg pp-f n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 751
14939 so he cannot wholly prevail in the latter, the troubling of souls. so he cannot wholly prevail in the latter, the troubling of Souls. av pns31 vmbx av-jn vvi p-acp dt d, dt vvg pp-f n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 751
14940 Hence that gallant challenge of the Apostle, ( Rom. 8.33, 34.) Who shall lay any thing to the charge of Gods elect? it is God that justifieth: Hence that gallant challenge of the Apostle, (Rom. 8.33, 34.) Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's elect? it is God that Justifieth: av d j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd, crd) q-crq vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb? pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz: (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14941 who is he that condemneth, it is Christ that dyed, yea rather, that is risen again, &c. As if he had said, let all the enemies of our spiritual peace rise up and combine together, they shall not be able to condemn, that is, wholly to discourage or disquiet the heart of a believer, he having received (his quietus est ) rest and peace from God, in the justification of his person, who is he that Condemneth, it is christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, etc. As if he had said, let all the enemies of our spiritual peace rise up and combine together, they shall not be able to condemn, that is, wholly to discourage or disquiet the heart of a believer, he having received (his quietus est) rest and peace from God, in the justification of his person, r-crq vbz pns31 cst vvz, pn31 vbz np1 cst vvd, uh av-c, cst vbz vvn av, av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, vvb d dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1 vvi a-acp cc vvi av, pns32 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst vbz, av-jn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhg vvn (po31 n1 fw-la) n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14942 and the pardon of his sins. and the pardon of his Sins. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14943 Satan can do much, and would do more (if his chain were lengthned, and he not restrained) to the trouble and molestation of our souls, there's not a godly man living should rest an hour in quiet for him, Satan can do much, and would do more (if his chain were lengthened, and he not restrained) to the trouble and molestation of our Souls, there's not a godly man living should rest an hour in quiet for him, np1 vmb vdi d, cc vmd vdi av-dc (cs po31 n1 vbdr vvd, cc pns31 xx vvn) p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp|vbz xx dt j n1 vvg vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn p-acp pno31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14944 if he might have his wish or his will; if he might have his wish or his will; cs pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 cc po31 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14945 but because God gives quietness to some believers, and will not have it so much as stirr'd, but Because God gives quietness to Some believers, and will not have it so much as stirred, cc-acp c-acp np1 vvz n1 p-acp d n2, cc vmb xx vhi pn31 av av-d c-acp vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14946 therefore Satan cannot make any trouble at all in their souls, but they live in the constant light of God's countenance, Therefore Satan cannot make any trouble At all in their Souls, but they live in the constant Light of God's countenance, av np1 vmbx vvi d n1 p-acp d p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14947 and in the joy of the holy Ghost. and in the joy of the holy Ghost. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14948 And because the quietness which every believer hath is the gift of God through Jesus Christ, who hath made their attonement, And Because the quietness which every believer hath is the gift of God through jesus christ, who hath made their atonement, cc c-acp dt n1 r-crq d n1 vhz vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn po32 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14949 and established their peace, through the blood of his Cross, therefore Satan cannot make any such trouble in any of their souls, and established their peace, through the blood of his Cross, Therefore Satan cannot make any such trouble in any of their Souls, cc vvd po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av np1 vmbx vvi d d n1 p-acp d pp-f po32 n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14950 as shall for ever destroy their peace, or dissolve their quietness, though for many reasons, all serving his glory, as shall for ever destroy their peace, or dissolve their quietness, though for many Reasons, all serving his glory, c-acp vmb p-acp av vvi po32 n1, cc vvi po32 n1, cs p-acp d n2, d vvg po31 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14951 and their good, God suffereth satan many times, possibly for a long time to entangle and interrupt it. and their good, God suffers satan many times, possibly for a long time to entangle and interrupt it. cc po32 j, np1 vvz n1 d n2, av-j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14952 Temptations to the committing of sin, and accusations or charges about sin committed, may exceedingly hinder and shake the peace of a believer; Temptations to the committing of since, and accusations or charges about since committed, may exceedingly hinder and shake the peace of a believer; n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1, cc n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 vvn, vmb av-vvg vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14953 but, as the sins to which he is tempted cannot hurt his peace, when he resists and overcomes them, but, as the Sins to which he is tempted cannot hurt his peace, when he resists and overcomes them, cc-acp, c-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn vmbx vvi po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14954 so the sins into which he falleth through temptation, cannot destroy his peace, because those sins shall certainly be destroyed both by repentance and pardon. so the Sins into which he falls through temptation, cannot destroy his peace, Because those Sins shall Certainly be destroyed both by Repentance and pardon. av dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, vmbx vvi po31 n1, c-acp d n2 vmb av-j vbi vvn av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2437 Page 752
14955 Thirdly, The thunders of the Law cannot take away the peace of that soule, to whom God giveth quietness. Thirdly, The Thunders of the Law cannot take away the peace of that soul, to whom God gives quietness. ord, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmbx vvi av dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2438 Page 752
14956 Christ having in his owne person fullfilled the Law for beleevers, both doing the duty, christ having in his own person Fulfilled the Law for believers, both doing the duty, np1 vhg p-acp po31 d n1 vvn dt n1 p-acp n2, d vdg dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2438 Page 752
14957 and enduring the penalty of it, he hath delivered them from the terror and curse of the Law, himselfe having been made a curse for them ( Gal: 3.13.) So then if neither tribulations nor temptations, and enduring the penalty of it, he hath Delivered them from the terror and curse of the Law, himself having been made a curse for them (Gall: 3.13.) So then if neither tribulations nor temptations, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, px31 vhg vbn vvn dt n1 p-acp pno32 (n1: crd.) av av cs dx n2 ccx n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2438 Page 752
14958 nor the terrors of the Law can make trouble, where God giveth quietness; we may conclude, nothing can. nor the terrors of the Law can make trouble, where God gives quietness; we may conclude, nothing can. ccx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi n1, c-crq np1 vvz n1; pns12 vmb vvi, pix vmb. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2438 Page 752
14959 There is a double Consideration upon both which, we may demonstrate, that if God giveth quietness, either outward or inward, none can make trouble. There is a double Consideration upon both which, we may demonstrate, that if God gives quietness, either outward or inward, none can make trouble. pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp d r-crq, pns12 vmb vvi, cst cs np1 vvz n1, d j cc j, pix vmb vvi n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2439 Page 752
14960 First, Because, as God is soveraigne and so may dispose peace and quietness, to whom he pleaseth, First, Because, as God is sovereign and so may dispose peace and quietness, to whom he Pleases, ord, c-acp, c-acp np1 vbz j-jn cc av vmb vvi n1 cc n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2440 Page 753
14961 or at his pleasure, when he will, or to whom he will; or At his pleasure, when he will, or to whom he will; cc p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vmb, cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2440 Page 753
14962 so he hath an all-sufficiency to maintaine and confirme, to preserve and protect the outward peace of any man, against all the powers of this world; so he hath an All-sufficiency to maintain and confirm, to preserve and Pact the outward peace of any man, against all the Powers of this world; av pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2440 Page 753
14963 and the inward peace of a godly man against all the powers of hell, against the terrors of the Law, and the inward peace of a godly man against all the Powers of hell, against the terrors of the Law, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2440 Page 753
14964 and the accusations whether of Satan or of his owne Conscience. and the accusations whither of Satan or of his own Conscience. cc dt n2 cs pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2440 Page 753
14965 Secondly, None can destroy the peace of a godly man, because it is a perfect peace, Secondly, None can destroy the peace of a godly man, Because it is a perfect peace, ord, pix vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14966 as was shewed before from that promise in the Prophet ( Isa: 26.3.) Him wilt thou keepe in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on thee. as was showed before from that promise in the Prophet (Isaiah: 26.3.) Him wilt thou keep in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on thee. c-acp vbds vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) pno31 vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp j n1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno21. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14968 and because 'tis perfect God will neither destroy it himselfe, nor suffer any else to destroy it. and Because it's perfect God will neither destroy it himself, nor suffer any Else to destroy it. cc c-acp pn31|vbz j np1 vmb av-dx vvi pn31 px31, ccx vvi d av pc-acp vvi pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14969 Marke the perfect man (saith David, Psal: 37.37.) and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace. Mark the perfect man (Says David, Psalm: 37.37.) and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace. vvb dt j n1 (vvz np1, np1: crd.) cc vvi dt j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14970 He is a perfect man whose end is peace, and that is perfect peace which holds to the end, or which shall never end. He is a perfect man whose end is peace, and that is perfect peace which holds to the end, or which shall never end. pns31 vbz dt j n1 rg-crq n1 vbz n1, cc d vbz j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, cc r-crq vmb av-x vvi. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14971 The peace which God giveth is perfect; The peace which God gives is perfect; dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz vbz j; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14972 First, because 'tis established upon perfect righteousnesse, the righteousnesse of God. That righteousnesse which is the roote of our peace is called the righteousnesse of God, both because God hath appoynted it, First, Because it's established upon perfect righteousness, the righteousness of God. That righteousness which is the root of our peace is called the righteousness of God, both Because God hath appointed it, ord, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1. cst n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14973 and because God hath wrought it. Jesus Christ God-man is the Lord our righteousnesse, and the Prince of our peace; and Because God hath wrought it. jesus christ God-man is the Lord our righteousness, and the Prince of our peace; cc c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn31. np1 np1 n1 vbz dt n1 po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14974 or as the Apostle expresseth it ( Heb: 7.1, 2.) He is Melchisedec, being by interpretation King of righteousnesse, or as the Apostle Expresses it (Hebrew: 7.1, 2.) He is Melchizedek, being by Interpretation King of righteousness, cc c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 (n1: crd, crd) pns31 vbz np1, vbg p-acp n1 n1 pp-f n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14975 and after that also King of Salem, which is King of peace. and After that also King of Salem, which is King of peace. cc p-acp cst av n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz n1 pp-f n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14976 (Isa. 32.17.) The work of righteousnesse is peace, and the fruit of it is quietnesse and assurance for ever. (Isaiah 32.17.) The work of righteousness is peace, and the fruit of it is quietness and assurance for ever. (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz n1 cc n1 c-acp av. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14977 Righteousnesse is such a foundation of peace, as cannot be shaken, and therefore that peace which is built upon it cannot be utterly overthrowne, Righteousness is such a Foundation of peace, as cannot be shaken, and Therefore that peace which is built upon it cannot be utterly overthrown, n1 vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vmbx vbi vvn, cc av d n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn31 vmbx vbi av-j vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14978 how much soever it may be shaken. how much soever it may be shaken. c-crq d av pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2441 Page 753
14979 Secondly, 'Tis a perfect peace, because it was obtained by an absolute victory over all the enemies of it. Secondly, It's a perfect peace, Because it was obtained by an absolute victory over all the enemies of it. ord, pn31|vbz dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 753
14980 That people must needs be in perfect peace who have got a perfect conquest over all their enemies, That people must needs be in perfect peace who have god a perfect conquest over all their enemies, cst n1 vmb av vbi p-acp j n1 r-crq vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp d po32 n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 753
14981 and have got their opposers under their feet. and have god their opposers under their feet. cc vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 753
14982 Now the spirituall peace which God giveth his people, ariseth from a perfect conquest over all their enemies. Now the spiritual peace which God gives his people, arises from a perfect conquest over all their enemies. av dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d po32 n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 753
14983 First, the world is perfectly conquered by Christ ( John 16.33.) Be of good cheare, I have overcome the world. First, the world is perfectly conquered by christ (John 16.33.) Be of good cheer, I have overcome the world. ord, dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) vbb pp-f j n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 753
14984 Secondly, the Devill is perfectly conquered by Christ ( Heb: 2.14.) He hath destroyed him that had the power of death, that is, the Devill. Secondly, the devil is perfectly conquered by christ (Hebrew: 2.14.) He hath destroyed him that had the power of death, that is, the devil. ord, dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1 (n1: crd.) pns31 vhz vvn pno31 cst vhd dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz, dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 754
14985 He is more then conquered who is destroyed; Christ hath destroyed the Devill, who is the destroyer, though not as to his being, He is more then conquered who is destroyed; christ hath destroyed the devil, who is the destroyer, though not as to his being, pns31 vbz av-dc cs vvn r-crq vbz vvn; np1 vhz vvn dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1, cs xx c-acp p-acp po31 vbg, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 754
14986 though not as to his will to destroy, yet as to his power to destroy those whom he hath redeemed, and will eternally save. though not as to his will to destroy, yet as to his power to destroy those whom he hath redeemed, and will eternally save. cs xx c-acp p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, av c-acp p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc vmb av-j vvi. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 754
14987 Thirdly, Christ hath also perfectly conquered the Law (not by destroying but) by fullfilling it. Thirdly, christ hath also perfectly conquered the Law (not by destroying but) by fulfilling it. ord, np1 vhz av av-j vvn dt n1 (xx p-acp vvg p-acp) p-acp vvg pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 754
14988 Christ was above all that the Law, required or commanded, and so he did at once freely submit to it, christ was above all that the Law, required or commanded, and so he did At once freely submit to it, np1 vbds p-acp d cst dt n1, vvn cc vvn, cc av pns31 vdd p-acp a-acp av-j vvi p-acp pn31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 754
15135 The hypocrite strives as much to appear what he is not, as not to appear what he is; The hypocrite strives as much to appear what he is not, as not to appear what he is; dt n1 vvz a-acp av-d pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vbz xx, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vbz; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2471 Page 761
14989 and fully (as to any hindrance of a believers peace) subdue it, he holdeth it under him as well as he was made under it. and Fully (as to any hindrance of a believers peace) subdue it, he holds it under him as well as he was made under it. cc av-j (c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 n1) vvb pn31, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno31 c-acp av c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 754
14990 And he was contented for that very reason to be made under the Law, that he might hold it under him, And he was contented for that very reason to be made under the Law, that he might hold it under him, cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 754
14991 and that we might not be under (the dread of) the Law (though we must walke and worke by the rule of it) but under grace. and that we might not be under (the dread of) the Law (though we must walk and work by the Rule of it) but under grace. cc cst pns12 vmd xx vbi p-acp (dt n1 pp-f) dt n1 (cs pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31) p-acp p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2442 Page 754
14992 'Tis matter of strong consolation to poore soules, that when the Lord giveth quietness none can make trouble. It's matter of strong consolation to poor Souls, that when the Lord gives quietness none can make trouble. pn31|vbz n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp j n2, cst c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 pix vmb vvi n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2443 Page 754
14993 And hence we also learne, that all the breaches which are made upon the peace of the people of God, are from God himselfe. And hence we also Learn, that all the Breaches which Are made upon the peace of the people of God, Are from God himself. cc av pns12 av vvi, cst d dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr p-acp np1 px31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2443 Page 754
14994 As those breaches are meritoriously from themselves, so efficiently from God himselfe; till he breaks their peace none can. As those Breaches Are meritoriously from themselves, so efficiently from God himself; till he breaks their peace none can. p-acp d n2 vbr av-j p-acp px32, av av-j p-acp np1 px31; c-acp pns31 vvz po32 n1 pix vmb. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2443 Page 754
14995 Thirdly, From the second branch, When he hideth his face, who then can behold him? This being applicable to a single person as well as the former. Observe. Thirdly, From the second branch, When he Hideth his face, who then can behold him? This being applicable to a single person as well as the former. Observe. ord, p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, r-crq av vmb vvi pno31? d vbg j p-acp dt j n1 c-acp av c-acp dt j. vvb. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2444 Page 754
14996 God sometimes clouds his face from his owne servants, and children. God sometime Clouds his face from his own Servants, and children. np1 av n2 po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n2, cc n2. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2445 Page 754
14997 These words, When he hideth his face, suppose that God sometimes doth so, and the Scripture else-where testifies that God hath often done so; These words, When he Hideth his face, suppose that God sometime does so, and the Scripture elsewhere Testifies that God hath often done so; d n2, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, vvb cst np1 av vdz av, cc dt n1 av vvz cst np1 vhz av vdn av; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2446 Page 754
14998 God hath love alwayes in his heart towards his children, but he hath not alwayes favour in his face towards them; God hath love always in his heart towards his children, but he hath not always favour in his face towards them; np1 vhz n1 av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp pns31 vhz xx av vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2446 Page 754
14999 his appearances are not alwayes the appearances of a friend, he may appeare angry, and turne away his face as if he would not be spoken with. his appearances Are not always the appearances of a friend, he may appear angry, and turn away his face as if he would not be spoken with. po31 n2 vbr xx av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi j, cc vvi av po31 n1 c-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2446 Page 754
15000 Of this we find frequent complaints in Scripture; Of this we find frequent complaints in Scripture; pp-f d pns12 vvb j n2 p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2446 Page 754
15001 and I might speake much to this poynt, but I have already met with it ( Chap: 13.24.) and therefore I passe from it. and I might speak much to this point, but I have already met with it (Chap: 13.24.) and Therefore I pass from it. cc pns11 vmd vvi d p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp pn31 (n1: crd.) cc av pns11 vvb p-acp pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2446 Page 754
15002 Only from the connexion of these words, When he hideth his face, who can behold him? Note. Only from the connexion of these words, When he Hideth his face, who can behold him? Note. av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2447 Page 755
15003 The hiding of Gods face, or the vayling of his favour is exceeding grievous unto any person. The hiding of God's face, or the vailing of his favour is exceeding grievous unto any person. dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 vbz av-vvg j p-acp d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2448 Page 755
15004 When he doth it, who can behold him? This manner of speaking doth not only hold out, that if God will hide his face no man can see him, or know him; When he does it, who can behold him? This manner of speaking does not only hold out, that if God will hide his face no man can see him, or know him; c-crq pns31 vdz pn31, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? d n1 pp-f vvg vdz xx av-j vvi av, cst cs np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 dx n1 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvb pno31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15005 for God is a secret to all men untill he is pleased to reveale himselfe; for God is a secret to all men until he is pleased to reveal himself; c-acp np1 vbz dt j-jn p-acp d n2 c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi px31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15006 yea all the truths of the Gospel are secrets, and mysteries, till God is pleased to reveale them and make them knowne ( Math: 11.25.) Father I thank thee (saith Christ) that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, yea all the truths of the Gospel Are secrets, and Mysteres, till God is pleased to reveal them and make them known (Math: 11.25.) Father I thank thee (Says christ) that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, uh d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n2-jn, cc n2, c-acp np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 vvn (np1: crd.) n1 pns11 vvb pno21 (vvz np1) d pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 p-acp dt j cc j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15007 and hast revealed them unto babes; and hast revealed them unto babes; cc vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15008 that is, thou hast not opened them to the wisest, &c. (there needs no other hiding of them from the wisest of men, that is, thou hast not opened them to the Wisest, etc. (there needs no other hiding of them from the Wisest of men, cst vbz, pns21 vh2 xx vvn pno32 p-acp dt js, av (a-acp av dx n-jn vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15010 yet) humble and teachable, thou hast opened them, and opened their eyes and hearts to see and receive them. yet) humble and teachable, thou hast opened them, and opened their eyes and hearts to see and receive them. av) j cc j, pns21 vh2 vvn pno32, cc vvd po32 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15011 This speech holds out not only this truth, that when God doth not reveale himselfe, no man can know him or any thing of his minde, This speech holds out not only this truth, that when God does not reveal himself, no man can know him or any thing of his mind, d n1 vvz av xx av-j d n1, cst c-crq np1 vdz xx vvi px31, dx n1 vmb vvi pno31 cc d n1 pp-f po31 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15012 or that neither his nature, or his will are knowne but by some way of revelation; or that neither his nature, or his will Are known but by Some Way of Revelation; cc cst dx po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15013 but this forme of speaking (Who can behold him?) plainly tells us, that if God hideth his favour, he is so terrible, that none can have the boldness or courage to behold him. but this Form of speaking (Who can behold him?) plainly tells us, that if God Hideth his favour, he is so terrible, that none can have the boldness or courage to behold him. cc-acp d n1 pp-f vvg (r-crq vmb vvi pno31?) av-j vvz pno12, cst cs np1 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vbz av j, cst pix vmb vhi dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15014 For the hiding of his face, implyeth an appearance of anger and displeasure; For the hiding of his face, Implies an appearance of anger and displeasure; p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15015 and when he is angry, who can behold him? If the children of Israel could not stedfastly behold the face of Moses for the glory of his countenance, as the Apostle speakes (2 Cor: 3.7.) surely then no man can stedfastly behold the face of God when his countenance is filled with wrath. and when he is angry, who can behold him? If the children of Israel could not steadfastly behold the face of Moses for the glory of his countenance, as the Apostle speaks (2 Cor: 3.7.) surely then no man can steadfastly behold the face of God when his countenance is filled with wrath. cc c-crq pns31 vbz j, r-crq vmb vvi pno31? cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz (crd fw-la: crd.) av-j av dx n1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15016 Some said to Christ ( John 14.8.) Shew us the Father and it sufficeth; some said to christ (John 14.8.) Show us the Father and it Suffices; d vvd p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) vvb pno12 dt n1 cc pn31 vvz; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15017 that is, reveale to us the love and good will of the Father, and that will satisfie us, that will fill up all the desires and longings of our soules; that is, reveal to us the love and good will of the Father, and that will satisfy us, that will fill up all the Desires and longings of our Souls; cst vbz, vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst vmb vvi pno12, cst vmb vvi a-acp d dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f po12 n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15018 we shall have nothing more to wish for, nothing more to look after, if thou wilt but shew us the father. we shall have nothing more to wish for, nothing more to look After, if thou wilt but show us the father. pns12 vmb vhi pix av-dc p-acp vvi p-acp, pix av-dc p-acp vvi a-acp, cs pns21 vm2 cc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15019 Now, on the other side, if the Father will not shew himselfe, if the Father will hide himselfe from the soule, what then can suffice? what can comfort? where is our refuge or rest? As when God is quiet and favourable to us, he can make all things favourable and quiet to us; Now, on the other side, if the Father will not show himself, if the Father will hide himself from the soul, what then can suffice? what can Comfort? where is our refuge or rest? As when God is quiet and favourable to us, he can make all things favourable and quiet to us; av, p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs dt n1 vmb xx vvi px31, cs dt n1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vmb vvi? q-crq vmb vvi? q-crq vbz po12 n1 cc n1? p-acp c-crq np1 vbz j-jn cc j p-acp pno12, pns31 vmb vvi d n2 j cc j-jn p-acp pno12; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15020 So, if God be displeased, nothing can be pleasing to a soule that is sensible of his displeasure. So, if God be displeased, nothing can be pleasing to a soul that is sensible of his displeasure. av, cs np1 vbb vvn, pix vmb vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j pp-f po31 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 755
15021 A believer looses not only the joy and triumph of his faith, but his very peace, he is not only in a dark, A believer looses not only the joy and triumph of his faith, but his very peace, he is not only in a dark, dt n1 vvz xx av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp po31 j n1, pns31 vbz xx av-j p-acp dt j, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 756
15022 but in a disturb'd condition, not knowing where to repose himselfe, or rest his head, when God hideth his face. Take this inference from it. but in a disturbed condition, not knowing where to repose himself, or rest his head, when God Hideth his face. Take this Inference from it. cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1, xx vvg c-crq pc-acp vvi px31, cc vvi po31 n1, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1. vvb d n1 p-acp pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2449 Page 756
15023 If the hiding of Gods face be so terrible, then take heed of provoking him to hide his face. If the hiding of God's face be so terrible, then take heed of provoking him to hide his face. cs dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1 vbb av j, av vvb n1 pp-f vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2450 Page 756
15024 For though we are not tenants at will for our peace in reference unto the world, in reference to men, in reference to devills; For though we Are not tenants At will for our peace in Referente unto the world, in Referente to men, in Referente to Devils; c-acp cs pns12 vbr xx n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n2, p-acp n1 p-acp n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15025 yet we are only tenants at will for our peace in reference unto God. He can take away our peace; yet we Are only tenants At will for our peace in Referente unto God. He can take away our peace; av pns12 vbr j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1. pns31 vmb vvi av po12 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15026 and he doth usually continue our peace, only so long as we behave our selves well. and he does usually continue our peace, only so long as we behave our selves well. cc pns31 vdz av-j vvi po12 n1, av-j av av-j c-acp pns12 vvi po12 n2 av. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15027 As some have Letters Patents for great offices which run in that tenour; As Some have Letters Patents for great Offices which run in that tenor; p-acp d vhb n2 n2 p-acp j n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15028 They shall enjoy them (quam diu se bene gesserint) as long as they carry themselves well; They shall enjoy them (quam Diu se bene gesserint) as long as they carry themselves well; pns32 vmb vvi pno32 (fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la) c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb px32 av; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15029 but upon default or male-administration they may be turned out of all; but upon default or maladministration they may be turned out of all; p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f d; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15030 so I say, though we are not at the will of the world, nor of any creature, so I say, though we Are not At the will of the world, nor of any creature, av pns11 vvb, cs pns12 vbr xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx pp-f d n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15031 for the holding of our peace, yet we are at the will of God for it. for the holding of our peace, yet we Are At the will of God for it. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1, av pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15032 And as he sometimes meerly out of prerogative hideth his face (as was shewed Job 13.24.) that he may try what a soule will doe in a dark condition, And as he sometime merely out of prerogative Hideth his face (as was showed Job 13.24.) that he may try what a soul will do in a dark condition, cc c-acp pns31 av av-j av pp-f n1 vvz po31 n1 (c-acp vbds vvn np1 crd.) cst pns31 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 vmb vdi p-acp dt j n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15033 and that he may declare what the strength of his invisible grace can doe when nothing is visible, no not any the least ray or shine of favour from himselfe to support and comfort the soule, I say, and that he may declare what the strength of his invisible grace can do when nothing is visible, no not any the least ray or shine of favour from himself to support and Comfort the soul, I say, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vmb vdi c-crq pix vbz j, uh-dx xx d dt ds n1 cc vvi pp-f n1 p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, pns11 vvb, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15034 though God doth thus in a prerogative way sometimes hide his face) yet usually he doth it not, though God does thus in a prerogative Way sometime hide his face) yet usually he does it not, cs np1 vdz av p-acp dt n1 n1 av vvi po31 n1) av av-j pns31 vdz pn31 xx, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15035 but upon some default in us, especially our neglect of him; but upon Some default in us, especially our neglect of him; cc-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12, av-j po12 n1 pp-f pno31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15036 when we regard not the face of God, and grow slight as to our valuations of his presence, when we regard not the face of God, and grow slight as to our valuations of his presence, c-crq pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb j c-acp p-acp po12 n2 pp-f po31 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15037 then he withdraweth his presence and vayles his face towards us; then he withdraweth his presence and vails his face towards us; cs pns31 vvz po31 n1 cc n2 po31 n1 p-acp pno12; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15038 and when we fall into any grosse sin (such was the case of David, Psal: 51.) God takes us upon default, and when we fallen into any gross since (such was the case of David, Psalm: 51.) God Takes us upon default, cc c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d j n1 (d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, np1: crd) np1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15039 and leaves us in a sad condition, as he did David, who complained that even his bones were broken, and leaves us in a sad condition, as he did David, who complained that even his bones were broken, cc vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vdd np1, r-crq vvd cst av po31 n2 vbdr vvn, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15040 and that he had lost the joy of his salvation, which upon the renewing of his faith and repentance, he begg'd earnestly might be restored to him, and it was. and that he had lost the joy of his salvation, which upon the renewing of his faith and Repentance, he begged earnestly might be restored to him, and it was. cc cst pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vvd av-j vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc pn31 vbds. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15041 Therefore if you would keepe the light of Gods Countenance, keepe close to the light of Gods Commandement. Therefore if you would keep the Light of God's Countenance, keep close to the Light of God's Commandment. av cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15042 No marvaile if we be under the hidings of the face of God, when we are turning our backes u•on God! Sin is a turning from God, a turning our backs 〈 ◊ 〉 G•d; No marvel if we be under the hidings of the face of God, when we Are turning our backs u•on God! since is a turning from God, a turning our backs 〈 ◊ 〉 G•d; dx n1 cs pns12 vbb p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 n1 np1 n1 vbz dt vvg p-acp np1, dt n-vvg po12 n2 〈 sy 〉 vdd; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 756
15043 and is it any wonder if God turne his face from sinners? To turne our backe upon God is the worst of a sinfull condition, and is it any wonder if God turn his face from Sinners? To turn our back upon God is the worst of a sinful condition, cc vbz pn31 d n1 cs np1 vvb po31 n1 p-acp n2? p-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1 vbz dt js pp-f dt j n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15044 and to find God turning his backe upon us, or hiding his face from us, is the worst of a miserable condition. and to find God turning his back upon us, or hiding his face from us, is the worst of a miserable condition. cc pc-acp vvi np1 vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno12, vbz dt js pp-f dt j n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15045 What can comfort us, when the God of all consolation will not look upon us, What can Comfort us, when the God of all consolation will not look upon us, q-crq vmb vvi pno12, c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15046 unlesse in displeasure? What pleasure (but the pleasure of sin for a season, which ends, without repentance, in endlesse torment, what pleasure, I say) can that soule take in whom God taketh no pleasure, unless in displeasure? What pleasure (but the pleasure of since for a season, which ends, without Repentance, in endless torment, what pleasure, I say) can that soul take in whom God Takes no pleasure, cs p-acp n1? q-crq n1 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz, p-acp n1, p-acp j n1, r-crq n1, pns11 vvb) vmb d n1 vvi p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz dx n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15047 or with whom he is not pleased? It is very sad with the soule, or with whom he is not pleased? It is very sad with the soul, cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz xx vvn? pn31 vbz av j p-acp dt n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15048 when we loose the sight of our owne graces (sometimes a gracious heart cannot see any worke of grace, when we lose the sighed of our own graces (sometime a gracious heart cannot see any work of grace, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2 (av dt j n1 vmbx vvi d n1 pp-f n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15049 nor perceive any workings of grace in him, but thinks he hath no faith in God, no love to God, no sorrow for sin, this is sad) but it is much more sad to loose the sight of the face of God, to have the favour of God withdrawne from us. nor perceive any workings of grace in him, but thinks he hath no faith in God, no love to God, no sorrow for since, this is sad) but it is much more sad to lose the sighed of the face of God, to have the favour of God withdrawn from us. ccx vvb d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp vvz pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp np1, dx n1 p-acp np1, dx n1 p-acp n1, d vbz j) cc-acp pn31 vbz d dc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp pno12. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15050 This made Jonah complaine ( Chap: 2.4.) I am cast out of the sight of thine eyes; This made Jonah complain (Chap: 2.4.) I am cast out of the sighed of thine eyes; np1 vvd np1 vvi (n1: crd.) pns11 vbm vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n2; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15051 he lookt upon himselfe as an outcast, and then Jonah thought himselfe as cast into the belly of hell ( v. 2.) When God hides his face from us, he looked upon himself as an outcast, and then Jonah Thought himself as cast into the belly of hell (v. 2.) When God hides his face from us, pns31 vvd p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1, cc av np1 vvd px31 p-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (n1 crd) c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno12, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15052 or will not vouchsafe us a sight of his pleased face, we are as in the belly of hell, as Jonah bemoaned himselfe. or will not vouchsafe us a sighed of his pleased face, we Are as in the belly of hell, as Jonah bemoaned himself. cc vmb xx vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1, pns12 vbr a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp np1 vvd px31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15053 What is the glory and happinesse of heaven? Is it not the sight of the face of God? is it not the cleare vision and manifestation of God? Glory is that estate wherein God will never once hide his face, What is the glory and happiness of heaven? Is it not the sighed of the face of God? is it not the clear vision and manifestation of God? Glory is that estate wherein God will never once hide his face, q-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? vbz pn31 xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? n1 vbz d n1 c-crq np1 vmb av-x a-acp vvb po31 n1, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15054 nor look off from his glorified Saints, no not one moment to all eternity. nor look off from his glorified Saints, no not one moment to all eternity. ccx vvb a-acp p-acp po31 vvn n2, uh-dx xx crd n1 p-acp d n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15055 Now the happinesse which we have here, the heaven which we have upon earth consists in this also; Now the happiness which we have Here, the heaven which we have upon earth consists in this also; av dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb av, dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvz p-acp d av; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15056 when we live neere God by believing, and behold his face by faith; when we live near God by believing, and behold his face by faith; c-crq pns12 vvb av-j np1 p-acp vvg, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15057 when God lifts up the light of his countenance upon us, we are (as it were) lifted up from earth to heaven. when God lifts up the Light of his countenance upon us, we Are (as it were) lifted up from earth to heaven. c-crq np1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vbr (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15058 As vision in heaven will make us happy for ever, so hidings on earth make us miserable for the time. As vision in heaven will make us happy for ever, so hidings on earth make us miserable for the time. p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi pno12 j p-acp av, av n2-vvg p-acp n1 vvb pno12 j p-acp dt n1. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15059 And that which is the very hell of a godly man upon earth, the worst hell, he can or shall have, is this, And that which is the very hell of a godly man upon earth, the worst hell, he can or shall have, is this, cc cst r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n1, dt js n1, pns31 vmb cc vmb vhi, vbz d, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15060 when God hideth his face from him; when God Hideth his face from him; c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno31; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15061 Therefore take heed you doe not put the Lord upon withdrawing from you through your default; Therefore take heed you do not put the Lord upon withdrawing from you through your default; av vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n1; (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15062 This favour, the shine or light of Gods face is continued or denied to us, usually upon these termes, This favour, the shine or Light of God's face is continued or denied to us, usually upon these terms, d n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12, av-j p-acp d n2, (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15063 as we behave our selves well or ill towards him. as we behave our selves well or ill towards him. c-acp pns12 vvi po12 n2 av cc av-jn p-acp pno31. (33) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 757
15064 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 30. That the hypocrite reigne not, lest the people be ensnared. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 30. That the hypocrite Reign not, lest the people be Ensnared. np1. np1 crd np1 crd cst dt n1 vvi xx, cs dt n1 vbb vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2451 Page 758
15065 THese words are the conclusion of Elihu's discourse, about the executions of divine Justice, upon the sons of men; THese words Are the conclusion of Elihu's discourse, about the executions of divine justice, upon the Sons of men; d n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvi, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2453 Page 758
15066 And in them we have two things; First, the power; Secondly, the impartiality of divine Justice. And in them we have two things; First, the power; Secondly, the impartiality of divine justice. cc p-acp pno32 pns12 vhi crd n2; ord, dt n1; ord, dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2453 Page 758
15067 God is so powerfull, that he can pull downe the Mighty, and he is so impartiall that if there be cause, he will not spare to doe it. God is so powerful, that he can pull down the Mighty, and he is so impartial that if there be cause, he will not spare to do it. np1 vbz av j, cst pns31 vmb vvi a-acp dt j, cc pns31 vbz av j cst cs pc-acp vbi n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vdi pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2453 Page 758
15068 Or in the words we have to consider these three things. Or in the words we have to Consider these three things. cc p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi d crd n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2454 Page 758
15069 First, The character of the person upon whom the Justice of God is executed, The hypocrite. First, The character of the person upon whom the justice of God is executed, The hypocrite. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2455 Page 758
15070 Secondly, The Judgement it selfe, 'tis a stop to his greatnesse, that he reigne not. Thirdly, We have the grounds of this Judgement, which are two-fold. Secondly, The Judgement it self, it's a stop to his greatness, that he Reign not. Thirdly, We have the grounds of this Judgement, which Are twofold. ord, dt n1 pn31 n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 n1 xx. ord, pns12 vhb dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbr n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2456 Page 758
15071 First, His wicked purpose, against the people; He, if suffered, would lay snares for the people. First, His wicked purpose, against the people; He, if suffered, would lay snares for the people. ord, po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1; pns31, cs vvn, vmd vvi n2 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2458 Page 758
15072 Secondly, Gods gracious protection of the people; He will not have the people ensnared. That the hypocrite reigne not, lest the people be ensnared. Secondly, God's gracious protection of the people; He will not have the people Ensnared. That the hypocrite Reign not, lest the people be Ensnared. ord, npg1 j n1 pp-f dt n1; pns31 vmb xx vhi dt n1 vvn. cst dt n1 vvi xx, cs dt n1 vbb vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2459 Page 758
15073 What a hypocrite is, and what the importance of the original word is, here translated hypocrite, hath been opened from some other passages in this booke. What a hypocrite is, and what the importance of the original word is, Here translated hypocrite, hath been opened from Some other passages in this book. q-crq dt n1 vbz, cc q-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vbz, av vvn n1, vhz vbn vvn p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp d n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2460 Page 758
15074 I shall only say thus much further, that the word imports, First, a filthy thing disguised or covered; I shall only say thus much further, that the word imports, First, a filthy thing disguised or covered; pns11 vmb av-j vvi av av-d av-jc, cst dt n1 vvz, ord, dt j n1 vvn cc vvn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2460 Page 758
15075 For a hypocrite is a filthy prophane person, under the cover or disguise of holiness. For a hypocrite is a filthy profane person, under the cover or disguise of holiness. c-acp dt n1 vbz dt j j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2460 Page 758
15076 Our English word knave is neere in sound to this Hebrew word chanaph, and some conceive 'tis derived or taken from it. Our English word knave is near in found to this Hebrew word chanaph, and Some conceive it's derived or taken from it. np1 jp n1 n1 vbz av-j p-acp n1 p-acp d njp n1 n1, cc d vvb pn31|vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2460 Page 758
15077 And to be sure, every hypocrite is a prophane person, though all prophane persons are not hypocrites; And to be sure, every hypocrite is a profane person, though all profane Persons Are not Hypocrites; cc pc-acp vbi j, d n1 vbz dt j n1, cs d j n2 vbr xx n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2460 Page 758
15078 Some wicked and prophane ones care not who knoweth they are so; some wicked and profane ones care not who Knoweth they Are so; d j cc j pi2 vvb xx r-crq vvz pns32 vbr av; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2460 Page 758
15079 yet very many who are indeed prophane and wicked cover it, what they can, and shew that only whereof they have only a shew, somewhat of godlinesse or of goodnesse. yet very many who Are indeed profane and wicked cover it, what they can, and show that only whereof they have only a show, somewhat of godliness or of Goodness. av av d r-crq vbr av j cc j n1 pn31, r-crq pns32 vmb, cc vvb cst av-j c-crq pns32 vhb av-j dt n1, av pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2460 Page 758
15080 Againe, There are hypocrites of two makes or straines; First, Religious, or Church hypocrites. Secondly, State, or Civil hypocrites, and somtimes these two are combined in one. Again, There Are Hypocrites of two makes or strains; First, Religious, or Church Hypocrites. Secondly, State, or Civil Hypocrites, and sometimes these two Are combined in one. av, pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f crd vvz cc n2; ord, j, cc n1 n2. ord, n1, cc j n2, cc av d crd vbr vvn p-acp pi. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2461 Page 758
15081 'Tis possible for a man who pretends not to Religion, yet to be a hypocrite; It's possible for a man who pretends not to Religion, yet to be a hypocrite; pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz xx p-acp n1, av pc-acp vbi dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2461 Page 759
15082 A Magistrate, whether supream or subordinate, may offer very fair for the profit and liberty of the people whom he governeth, A Magistrate, whither supreme or subordinate, may offer very fair for the profit and liberty of the people whom he Governs, dt n1, cs j cc j, vmb vvi av j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 ro-crq pns31 vvz, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2461 Page 759
15083 when he mindes no such thing; when he minds no such thing; c-crq pns31 vvz dx d n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2461 Page 759
15084 yea, he may not only offer fair for the good of a people, as to their outward profits and liberties, yea, he may not only offer fair for the good of a people, as to their outward profits and Liberties, uh, pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi j p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, c-acp p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2461 Page 759
15085 but as to the good of Religion, and the benefit of their souls, and yet minde no such thing; but as to the good of Religion, and the benefit of their Souls, and yet mind no such thing; cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt j pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc av n1 dx d n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2461 Page 759
15086 we may take the hypocrite in this Text, as twisted up, or compounded of both these; we may take the hypocrite in this Text, as twisted up, or compounded of both these; pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp vvn a-acp, cc vvn pp-f d d; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2461 Page 759
15087 The State hypocrite and the Religious are somtimes bound up together. That the Hypocrite Reigne not. The State hypocrite and the Religious Are sometimes bound up together. That the Hypocrite Reign not. dt n1 n1 cc dt j vbr av vvn a-acp av. cst dt n1 vvi xx. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2461 Page 759
15088 To reigne is the priviledge of Supream Powers; To Reign is the privilege of Supreme Powers; p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2462 Page 759
15089 By me Kings reigne, saith Wisdome, that is Christ, ( Prov. 8.15.) and when Paul saw how high the Corinthians carryed it in spirituals, he by way of allusion tells them (1 Cor. 4.8.) ye have reigned like Kings without us; By me Kings Reign, Says Wisdom, that is christ, (Curae 8.15.) and when Paul saw how high the Corinthians carried it in spirituals, he by Way of allusion tells them (1 Cor. 4.8.) you have reigned like Kings without us; p-acp pno11 np1 vvi, vvz n1, cst vbz np1, (np1 crd.) cc q-crq np1 vvd c-crq j dt njp2 vvd pn31 p-acp n2, pns31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno32 (vvn np1 crd.) pn22 vhb vvn av-j n2 p-acp pno12; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2462 Page 759
15090 ye are got (as ye suppose) to the top, and into the very throne of Religion, you Are god (as you suppose) to the top, and into the very throne of Religion, pn22 vbr vvn (c-acp pn22 vvb) p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2462 Page 759
15091 and you think your selves able to manage all difficulties, and can do well enough there without our help; But to the Text. and you think your selves able to manage all difficulties, and can do well enough there without our help; But to the Text. cc pn22 vvb po22 n2 j pc-acp vvi d n2, cc vmb vdi av av-d a-acp p-acp po12 n1; cc-acp p-acp dt np1 (34) chapter (DIV2) 2462 Page 759
15092 This not reigning of the hypocrite may be taken two wayes. This not reigning of the hypocrite may be taken two ways. d xx vvg pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn crd n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2463 Page 759
15093 First, As a stop given him by the providence of God, from getting up into the throne, First, As a stop given him by the providence of God, from getting up into the throne, ord, c-acp dt n1 vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2464 Page 759
15094 or from getting the power of a Nation into his hands; or from getting the power of a nation into his hands; cc p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2464 Page 759
15095 thus somtimes God saith to the hypocrite, Thou shalt not reigne, that is, thou shalt not exalt thy self, though thou attempt it. thus sometimes God Says to the hypocrite, Thou shalt not Reign, that is, thou shalt not exalt thy self, though thou attempt it. av av np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi, cst vbz, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1, cs pns21 vvb pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2464 Page 759
15096 Secondly, This not reigning may be taken for a stop to the progress of his power, Secondly, This not reigning may be taken for a stop to the progress of his power, ord, d xx vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 759
15097 when he hath both attempted and attained it; and that two wayes, either first by taking him away from his power; when he hath both attempted and attained it; and that two ways, either First by taking him away from his power; c-crq pns31 vhz av-d vvn cc vvn pn31; cc d crd n2, d ord p-acp vvg pno31 av p-acp po31 n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 759
15098 or secondly, by taking away his power from him; or secondly, by taking away his power from him; cc ord, p-acp vvg av po31 n1 p-acp pno31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 759
15099 as Daniel told Belshazzar, while he minded him of the greatness of his father Nebuchadnezzar (who had all the world (upon the matter) at his command) as also of his fall from that greatness, ( Dan. 5.19, 20.) Whom he would, he set up; as daniel told Belshazzar, while he minded him of the greatness of his father Nebuchadnezzar (who had all the world (upon the matter) At his command) as also of his fallen from that greatness, (Dan. 5.19, 20.) Whom he would, he Set up; c-acp np1 vvd np1, cs pns31 vvd pno31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1 (r-crq vhd d dt n1 (p-acp dt n1) p-acp po31 n1) c-acp av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1, (np1 crd, crd) ro-crq pns31 vmd, pns31 vvd a-acp; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 759
15100 and whom he would, he put down; and whom he would, he put down; cc r-crq pns31 vmd, pns31 vvd a-acp; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 759
15101 but when his heart was lifted up, and his minde hardned in pride, he was deposed from his Kingly Throne, but when his heart was lifted up, and his mind hardened in pride, he was deposed from his Kingly Throne, cc-acp c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp, cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 759
15102 and they took his glory from him: and they took his glory from him: cc pns32 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno31: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 759
15103 He was deposed, or as the Chaldee hath it, (so we put in the margin) He was made to come down from his Princely throne; He was deposed, or as the Chaldee hath it, (so we put in the margin) He was made to come down from his Princely throne; pns31 vbds vvn, cc p-acp dt np1 vhz pn31, (av po12 vvn p-acp dt n1) pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po31 j n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 760
15104 either of these wayes doth God (who is the King of kings, and Lord of lords ) when he pleaseth, put a stop to, either of these ways does God (who is the King of Kings, and Lord of Lords) when he Pleases, put a stop to, d pp-f d n2 vdz np1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2) c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb dt n1 p-acp, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 760
15105 or check the progress of false hearted Princes, that have either got their power by flatteries and pretensions to that good which they intended not, or check the progress of false hearted Princes, that have either god their power by flatteries and pretensions to that good which they intended not, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f j j-vvn n2, cst vhb av-d vvn po32 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp d j r-crq pns32 vvd xx, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 760
15106 or who exercise their power so. That the hypocrite reigne not, Lest the people be ensnared. or who exercise their power so. That the hypocrite Reign not, Lest the people be Ensnared. cc r-crq n1 po32 n1 av. cst dt n1 vvi xx, cs dt n1 vbb vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2465 Page 760
15107 The root of the word here rendred to ensnare, signifieth the spreading of a Net, The root of the word Here rendered to ensnare, signifies the spreading of a Net, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn pc-acp vvi, vvz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15108 or the setting of a Grin, such as Fowlers and Hunters make use of, to take Beasts or Birds with; or the setting of a Grin, such as Fowlers and Hunters make use of, to take Beasts or Birds with; cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt vvb, d c-acp n2 cc n2 vvb n1 pp-f, pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15109 and thus God himself spake concerning his dealing with Babylon, ( Jer. 50.24.) I have laid a snare for thee, and thus God himself spoke Concerning his dealing with Babylon, (Jer. 50.24.) I have laid a snare for thee, cc av np1 px31 vvd vvg po31 n-vvg p-acp np1, (np1 crd.) pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp pno21, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15110 and thou art also taken, O Babylon, and thou wast not aware; and thou art also taken, Oh Babylon, and thou wast not aware; cc pns21 vb2r av vvn, uh np1, cc pns21 vbd2s xx j; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15111 litteral Babylon was a snare to the people of God of old, and so is mystical Babylon at this day. literal Babylon was a snare to the people of God of old, and so is mystical Babylon At this day. j np1 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f j, cc av vbz j np1 p-acp d n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15112 The great Hypocrite, or Snare-setter, reigns in or over Babylon; The great Hypocrite, or Snare-setter, reigns in or over Babylon; dt j n1, cc n1, vvz p-acp cc a-acp np1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15136 he makes a semblance of that purity which he loves not, and he dissembleth that impurity which he loves and lives in. he makes a semblance of that purity which he loves not, and he dissembleth that impurity which he loves and lives in. pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz xx, cc pns31 vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2471 Page 761
15113 therefore saith God, thou who hast set snares for my people, shall be ensnared, thou shalt be taken unawares, I have set a snare to catch and hold thee fast. Therefore Says God, thou who hast Set snares for my people, shall be Ensnared, thou shalt be taken unawares, I have Set a snare to catch and hold thee fast. av vvz np1, pns21 r-crq vh2 vvn n2 p-acp po11 n1, vmb vbi vvn, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn av-j, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21 av-j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15114 When Elihu saith, lest the people be ensnared, it seems to intimate, that God will prevent the ensnaring of a people by the hypocrite; When Elihu Says, lest the people be Ensnared, it seems to intimate, that God will prevent the ensnaring of a people by the hypocrite; c-crq np1 vvz, cs dt n1 vbb vvn, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vmb vvi dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15115 He shall not reigne, lest the people be ensnared, or lest they should come into snares. He shall not Reign, lest the people be Ensnared, or lest they should come into snares. pns31 vmb xx vvi, cs dt n1 vbb vvn, cc cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15116 There is another reading, which gives the reason from the snares which the people have already been entangled with, because of the snare, or because the people have been ensnared, (therefore saith the Lord) let not the hypocrite reigne; There is Another reading, which gives the reason from the snares which the people have already been entangled with, Because of the snare, or Because the people have been Ensnared, (Therefore Says the Lord) let not the hypocrite Reign; pc-acp vbz j-jn vvg, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vhb av vbn vvn p-acp, c-acp pp-f dt n1, cc c-acp dt n1 vhb vbn vvn, (av vvz dt n1) vvb xx dt n1 vvi; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15117 thus God revengeth the peoples wrong, and doth justice upon those that had set snares for them. thus God revenges the peoples wrong, and does Justice upon those that had Set snares for them. av np1 vvz dt ng1 n-jn, cc vdz n1 p-acp d cst vhd vvn n2 p-acp pno32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15118 So much for the general sence of these words, and the opening of them. So much for the general sense of these words, and the opening of them. av av-d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt n-vvg pp-f pno32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2466 Page 760
15119 There is a second reading of the whole verse, which carryeth the sence somwhat another way, There is a second reading of the Whole verse, which Carrieth the sense somewhat Another Way, pc-acp vbz dt ord vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 av j-jn n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2467 Page 760
15120 and yet may be of use, and yeild us some profitable considerations, but I shall not meddle with that, till I have prosecuted those observations which arise clearly from our own reading. and yet may be of use, and yield us Some profitable considerations, but I shall not meddle with that, till I have prosecuted those observations which arise clearly from our own reading. cc av vmb vbi pp-f n1, cc vvb pno12 d j n2, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, c-acp pns11 vhb vvd d n2 r-crq vvb av-j p-acp po12 d n-vvg. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2467 Page 760
15121 The words in general hold forth the heart of God towards false hearted men, he cannot abide them, The words in general hold forth the heart of God towards false hearted men, he cannot abide them, dt n2 p-acp n1 vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j j-vvn n2, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2468 Page 760
15122 nor will he suffer them long to abide, especially not to abide in power and greatnesse; nor will he suffer them long to abide, especially not to abide in power and greatness; ccx vmb pns31 vvi pno32 av-j pc-acp vvi, av-j xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2468 Page 760
15123 That the hypocrite reigne not, lest the people be ensnared. Hence Note. First, A hypocrite is a person hated of God, and hurtful to men. That the hypocrite Reign not, lest the people be Ensnared. Hence Note. First, A hypocrite is a person hated of God, and hurtful to men. cst dt n1 vvi xx, cs dt n1 vbb vvn. av n1. ord, dt n1 vbz dt n1 vvd pp-f np1, cc j p-acp n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2468 Page 760
15124 He is therefore hated of God, because hurtful to men. He is Therefore hated of God, Because hurtful to men. pns31 vbz av vvn pp-f np1, c-acp j p-acp n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2470 Page 761
15125 And therefore God is not pleased he should reign, either as to reign is taken strictly, And Therefore God is not pleased he should Reign, either as to Reign is taken strictly, cc av np1 vbz xx j-vvn pns31 vmd vvi, av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi vbz vvn av-j, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2470 Page 761
15126 for the exercising of Soveraign power; for the exercising of Sovereign power; p-acp dt vvg pp-f j-jn n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2470 Page 761
15127 or, as to reign may be taken largely, for the exercising of any power, and living in the height of prosperity. or, as to Reign may be taken largely, for the exercising of any power, and living in the height of Prosperity. cc, c-acp pc-acp vvi vmb vbi vvn av-j, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2470 Page 761
15128 For the clearing of this truth, that a hypocrite is hated of God, I shall shew, For the clearing of this truth, that a hypocrite is hated of God, I shall show, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, cst dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns11 vmb vvi, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2470 Page 761
15129 first the nature of an hypocrite; secondly, give the distinctions of hypocrites; thirdly, make some discoveries who is an hypocrite. To the First the nature of an hypocrite; secondly, give the Distinctions of Hypocrites; Thirdly, make Some discoveries who is an hypocrite. To the ord dt n1 pp-f dt n1; ord, vvb dt n2 pp-f n2; ord, vvb d n2 r-crq vbz dt n1. p-acp dt (34) chapter (DIV2) 2470 Page 761
15130 First, An hypocrite in his general state or nature, is (as I may say) a wicked man in a godly mans clothes; First, an hypocrite in his general state or nature, is (as I may say) a wicked man in a godly men clothes; ord, dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, vbz (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) dt j n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2471 Page 761
15131 he hath an appearance of holiness, when there's nothing but wickedness at the bottome. he hath an appearance of holiness, when there's nothing but wickedness At the bottom. pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pc-acp|vbz pix cc-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2471 Page 761
15132 There are two great parts of the hypocrites work, first, to shew himself good, which he is not; There Are two great parts of the Hypocrites work, First, to show himself good, which he is not; pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb, ord, pc-acp vvi px31 j, r-crq pns31 vbz xx; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2471 Page 761
15133 this is properly the work of simulation or feigning: secondly, to cover that real evil which he is or doth: this is properly the work of simulation or feigning: secondly, to cover that real evil which he is or does: d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg: ord, pc-acp vvi d j n-jn r-crq pns31 vbz cc vdz: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2471 Page 761
15138 First, there is a simple hypocrite, who hath not the good which he thinks and believes he hath; First, there is a simple hypocrite, who hath not the good which he thinks and believes he hath; ord, pc-acp vbz dt j n1, r-crq vhz xx dt j r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz pns31 vhz; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
15139 thus every one that professeth or nameth the name of Christ, and is not really converted, is an hypocrite; thus every one that Professes or names the name of christ, and is not really converted, is an hypocrite; av d pi cst vvz cc vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbz xx av-j vvn, vbz dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
15140 because he hath not that which he seems to have, yea, which possibly he verily believes he hath; Because he hath not that which he seems to have, yea, which possibly he verily believes he hath; c-acp pns31 vhz xx d r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi, uh, r-crq av-j pns31 av-j vvz pns31 vhz; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
15141 I may call such a one (though it may seem a very strange expression) a sincere hypocrite; he doth not intend to deceive others, I may call such a one (though it may seem a very strange expression) a sincere hypocrite; he does not intend to deceive Others, pns11 vmb vvi d dt pi (c-acp pn31 vmb vvi dt j j n1) dt j n1; pns31 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi n2-jn, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
15142 but is deceived himself, because he hath not the root of the matter in him, but is deceived himself, Because he hath not the root of the matter in him, cc-acp vbz vvn px31, c-acp pns31 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
15143 nor the power of godliness, though he brings forth some seeming fruits of godliness, and is much in the form of it. nor the power of godliness, though he brings forth Some seeming fruits of godliness, and is much in the from of it. ccx dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vvz av d j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, cc vbz av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
15144 Such we may conceive shaddowed out to us by the foolish Virgins; Such we may conceive shadowed out to us by the foolish Virgins; d pns12 vmb vvi vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
15145 they made a profession, they had their lamps, yea, they had oyl in their lamps, they did somwhat which was considerable in the outward duties of Christian Religion, they made a profession, they had their lamps, yea, they had oil in their lamps, they did somewhat which was considerable in the outward duties of Christian Religion, pns32 vvd dt n1, pns32 vhd po32 n2, uh, pns32 vhd n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vdd av r-crq vbds j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f njp n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
15146 and they hoped to be accepted with Christ, but they had no oyl in their vessels with their lamps, and they hoped to be accepted with christ, but they had no oil in their vessels with their lamps, cc pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 761
15147 as the wise Virgins had, (Matth. 25.4.) that is, they had no grace in their hearts, nor did they minde the getting of that till it was too late, ( v. 10.) but satisfied themselves with that little oyle in their lamps to make the blaze of an external profession. as the wise Virgins had, (Matthew 25.4.) that is, they had no grace in their hearts, nor did they mind the getting of that till it was too late, (v. 10.) but satisfied themselves with that little oil in their lamps to make the blaze of an external profession. c-acp dt j n2 vhd, (np1 crd.) cst vbz, pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp po32 n2, ccx vdd pns32 vvi dt n-vvg pp-f d c-acp pn31 vbds av j, (n1 crd) cc-acp vvd px32 p-acp d j n1 p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 762
15148 Such as these are simple hypocrites, being pleased with a shell instead of a kernel, and with a shaddow, neglecting the substance. Such as these Are simple Hypocrites, being pleased with a shell instead of a kernel, and with a shadow, neglecting the substance. d c-acp d vbr j n2, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 762
15149 These hypocrites are in a very deplorable condition; These Hypocrites Are in a very deplorable condition; np1 n2 vbr p-acp dt j j n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 762
15150 yet these are not the hypocrites which I intend in this point, or have here to do with. yet these Are not the Hypocrites which I intend in this point, or have Here to do with. av d vbr xx dt n2 r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, cc vhb av pc-acp vdi p-acp. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2472 Page 762
15151 There are a second sort of hypocrites, commonly called gross hypocrites, such as hold that out which they know they have not, such as know they have nothing in or of Religion, but the shew of it; There Are a second sort of Hypocrites, commonly called gross Hypocrites, such as hold that out which they know they have not, such as know they have nothing in or of Religion, but the show of it; pc-acp vbr dt ord n1 pp-f n2, av-j vvn j n2, d c-acp vvb cst av r-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vhb xx, d c-acp vvb pns32 vhb pix p-acp cc pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15152 such as work by art, or with a kinde of force upon themselves in all the good they do, such as work by art, or with a kind of force upon themselves in all the good they do, d c-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px32 p-acp d dt j pns32 vdb, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15153 and duties they perform towards God, and about the things of God. and duties they perform towards God, and about the things of God. cc n2 pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15154 They do nothing as the Apostle saith Timothy did ( Phil. 2.20.) naturally, I have no man like-minded, who will naturally care for your state. They do nothing as the Apostle Says Timothy did (Philip 2.20.) naturally, I have no man like-minded, who will naturally care for your state. pns32 vdb pix p-acp dt n1 vvz np1 vdd (np1 crd.) av-j, pns11 vhb dx n1 j, r-crq vmb av-j vvi p-acp po22 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15155 The word naturally is not there opposed to spiritually, but to artificially, or to forcedly. The word naturally is not there opposed to spiritually, but to artificially, or to forcedly. dt n1 av-j vbz xx a-acp vvn p-acp av-j, p-acp p-acp av-j, cc pc-acp av-vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15156 What a sincere heart doth in the things of God, he doth it naturally, that is, it floweth from an inward principle, it is not forced from him, What a sincere heart does in the things of God, he does it naturally, that is, it flows from an inward principle, it is not forced from him, q-crq dt j n1 vdz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vdz pn31 av-j, cst vbz, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno31, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15157 but the hypocrite doth all as it were by a kinde of art or force upon himself. but the hypocrite does all as it were by a kind of art or force upon himself. cc-acp dt n1 vdz d c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp px31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15158 The Lord chargeth the Jews with this kinde of hypocrisie, ( Isa. 58.2.) They seek me daylie, and delight to know my wayes, The Lord charges the jews with this kind of hypocrisy, (Isaiah 58.2.) They seek me daily, and delight to know my ways, dt n1 vvz dt np2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd.) pns32 vvb pno11 j, cc vvb pc-acp vvi po11 n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15159 as a Nation that did righteousness; as a nation that did righteousness; c-acp dt n1 cst vdd n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15160 that is, they acted with an appearing forwardness, like those who truly delight to know my wayes; that is, they acted with an appearing forwardness, like those who truly delight to know my ways; cst vbz, pns32 vvd p-acp dt j-vvg n1, av-j d r-crq av-j vvb pc-acp vvi po11 n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15161 yet all this was but as a piece of art, for as the Lord upbraided them ( vers. 3, 4.) they really kept their sins, yet all this was but as a piece of art, for as the Lord upbraided them (vers. 3, 4.) they really kept their Sins, av d d vbds cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvd pno32 (fw-la. crd, crd) pns32 av-j vvd po32 n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15162 and walkt in their own wayes of oppression, strife, and debate; and walked in their own ways of oppression, strife, and debate; cc vvd p-acp po32 d n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15163 yea they made all that noise abo•t humbling themselves, that they might the more undiscernedly smite others with the fist of wickedness: yea they made all that noise abo•t humbling themselves, that they might the more undiscernedly smite Others with the fist of wickedness: uh pns32 vvd d cst n1 av vvg px32, cst pns32 vmd dt av-dc av-j vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15164 and therefore saith the Lord ( v. 5.) Is it such a fast that I have chosen, a day for a man to afflict his soul, &c. and then for many dayes to afflict both the souls and bodies of his brethren? or to abstain a day from meat, and Therefore Says the Lord (v. 5.) Is it such a fast that I have chosen, a day for a man to afflict his soul, etc. and then for many days to afflict both the Souls and bodies of his brothers? or to abstain a day from meat, cc av vvz dt n1 (n1 crd) vbz pn31 d dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, av cc av p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2? cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15165 and glut himself with sin? That's the strain of the hypocrite, he (as I may say) maintains and drives two trades, he hath a trade for God, and glut himself with since? That's the strain of the hypocrite, he (as I may say) maintains and drives two trades, he hath a trade for God, cc vvi px31 p-acp n1? d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) vvz cc vvz crd n2, pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15166 and the wayes of God, and he hath a trade for sin, and the wayes of wickedness; and the ways of God, and he hath a trade for since, and the ways of wickedness; cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15167 this is his course, ( Jer. 12.2.) Thou art neer in their mouth, but far from their reins; this is his course, (Jer. 12.2.) Thou art near in their Mouth, but Far from their reins; d vbz po31 n1, (np1 crd.) pns21 vb2r av-j p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp po32 n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15168 they speak of thee, but they have no desires to thee, no affections for thee, thou art far enough from their reins; they speak of thee, but they have no Desires to thee, no affections for thee, thou art Far enough from their reins; pns32 vvb pp-f pno21, cc-acp pns32 vhb dx n2 p-acp pno21, dx n2 p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r av-j av-d p-acp po32 n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15169 they act a part in Religion, but they neither partake of Religion, nor with it. they act a part in Religion, but they neither partake of Religion, nor with it. pns32 vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 dx vvi pp-f n1, ccx p-acp pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2473 Page 762
15170 Thirdly, There are others, who besides that they are gross hypocrites, may also be called designing or plotting hypocrites; for they that serve God with a reserve, as to any sin or by-way, usually serve him with a designe, Thirdly, There Are Others, who beside that they Are gross Hypocrites, may also be called designing or plotting Hypocrites; for they that serve God with a reserve, as to any since or byway, usually serve him with a Design, ord, pc-acp vbr n2-jn, r-crq p-acp cst pns32 vbr j n2, vmb av vbi vvn vvg cc vvg n2; c-acp pns32 cst vvb np1 p-acp dt vvb, a-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1, av-j vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15171 or for an end of their own. or for an end of their own. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15172 Christ ( Matth. 23.14) speaking of gross hypocrites, such as the Pharisees were, saith, they devour widdows houses, and in a pretence make long prayers; christ (Matthew 23.14) speaking of gross Hypocrites, such as the Pharisees were, Says, they devour Widows houses, and in a pretence make long Prayers; np1 (np1 crd) vvg pp-f j n2, d c-acp dt np2 vbdr, vvz, pns32 vvb n2 n2, cc p-acp dt n1 vvb j n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15173 they pray long in a pretence, or under a pretence; they pray long in a pretence, or under a pretence; pns32 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15174 that is, they have a plot or a designe in prayer, they pray, not purely to enjoy communion with God, nor purely to honour God; that is, they have a plot or a Design in prayer, they pray, not purely to enjoy communion with God, nor purely to honour God; d vbz, pns32 vhb dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb, xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, ccx av-j pc-acp vvi np1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15175 but they make use of prayer, and under pretence of that, do other work. but they make use of prayer, and under pretence of that, do other work. cc-acp pns32 vvb n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f d, vdb av-jn vvi. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15176 Christ doth not there speak against, nor disparage long prayers, as some do, to the great reproach of the Spirit and grace of God, christ does not there speak against, nor disparage long Prayers, as Some do, to the great reproach of the Spirit and grace of God, np1 vdz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp, ccx vvi j n2, c-acp d vdb, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15177 but he chargeth them with praying long in a pretence: pray heartily, and then pray as long as you will; but he charges them with praying long in a pretence: pray heartily, and then pray as long as you will; cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvg av-j p-acp dt n1: vvb av-j, cc av vvb c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vmb; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15178 other due circumstances being observed, the more you pray, the more is God pleased. other due Circumstances being observed, the more you pray, the more is God pleased. j-jn j-jn n2 vbg vvn, dt av-dc pn22 vvb, dt dc vbz np1 vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15179 But whether prayers are long or short, if done in a pretence, or with a designe to do mischief to others, But whither Prayers Are long or short, if done in a pretence, or with a Design to do mischief to Others, p-acp cs n2 vbr j cc j, cs vdn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp n2-jn, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15180 or only to get some worldly profit and advantage to our selves (as those Pharisees prayed) they are an abomination to the Lord. or only to get Some worldly profit and advantage to our selves (as those Pharisees prayed) they Are an abomination to the Lord. cc av-j pc-acp vvi d j n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 (c-acp d np1 vvd) pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15181 'Tis not the length of prayer, but the end of prayer which discovers hypocrisie. It's not the length of prayer, but the end of prayer which discovers hypocrisy. pn31|vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15182 The prophet Isaiah (chap. 32.6.) gives us a description of this gross designing hypocrite, The vile person will speak villany, The Prophet Isaiah (chap. 32.6.) gives us a description of this gross designing hypocrite, The vile person will speak villainy, dt n1 np1 (n1 crd.) vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f d j vvg n1, dt j n1 vmb vvi n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15183 and his heart will work iniquity, to practice hypocrisie, and to utter errour before the Lord: and his heart will work iniquity, to practice hypocrisy, and to utter error before the Lord: cc po31 n1 vmb vvi n1, pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15184 while the hypocrites heart worketh iniquity, his tongue speaks villany; not that all his words are villanous words, for then he were not an hypocrite, but a profest prophane person; while the Hypocrites heart works iniquity, his tongue speaks villainy; not that all his words Are villainous words, for then he were not an hypocrite, but a professed profane person; cs dt n2 n1 vvz n1, po31 n1 vvz n1; xx cst d po31 n2 vbr j n2, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr xx dt n1, cc-acp dt j-vvn j n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15185 but he is said to speak villany, because how pious, and specious, and godly soever his discourse is, but he is said to speak villainy, Because how pious, and specious, and godly soever his discourse is, cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb n1, c-acp c-crq j, cc j, cc j av po31 n1 vbz, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15186 yet he hath a villanous intent in speaking, and his heart at the same time is working iniquity, to practice hypocrisie. yet he hath a villainous intent in speaking, and his heart At the same time is working iniquity, to practice hypocrisy. av pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp vvg, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt d n1 vbz vvg n1, pc-acp vvi n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2474 Page 763
15187 Now that I may a little more unmask this plotting hypocrite, I will shew you a fourfold plot or designe, which such hypocrites have in their most zealous professions of, and pretendings to Religion. Now that I may a little more unmask this plotting hypocrite, I will show you a fourfold plot or Design, which such Hypocrites have in their most zealous professions of, and pretendings to Religion. av cst pns11 vmb dt av-j av-dc vvb d vvg n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt j n1 cc n1, r-crq d n2 vhb p-acp po32 av-ds j n2 pp-f, cc n2-vvg p-acp n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2475 Page 763
15188 First, They designe their own praise or estimation among men; First, They Design their own praise or estimation among men; ord, pns32 vvb po32 d n1 cc n1 p-acp n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 763
15189 Christ makes this discovery in his Sermon upon the Mount, ( Matth. 6.2.5.) Do not as the hypocrites, christ makes this discovery in his Sermon upon the Mount, (Matthew 6.2.5.) Do not as the Hypocrites, np1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) vdb xx p-acp dt n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 763
15190 for all they do, (whether they give almes, or pray, or fast,) is not for the glory of God, for all they do, (whither they give alms, or pray, or fast,) is not for the glory of God, p-acp d pns32 vdb, (cs pns32 vvb n2, cc vvb, cc av-j,) vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 763
15191 but that they may have glory of men, and be pointed at for charitable and holy persons; but that they may have glory of men, and be pointed At for charitable and holy Persons; cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vhi n1 pp-f n2, cc vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j cc j n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15192 Praise or glory with men is the food of hypocrisie. Praise or glory with men is the food of hypocrisy. vvb cc n1 p-acp n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15193 If the hypocrite have but an applause from, and acceptance with men, he doth not look after acceptance with God, which above all things a sincere heart looketh after, and laboureth for; If the hypocrite have but an applause from, and acceptance with men, he does not look After acceptance with God, which above all things a sincere heart looks After, and Laboureth for; cs dt n1 vhb p-acp dt n1 p-acp, cc n1 p-acp n2, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp d n2 dt j n1 vvz a-acp, cc vvz p-acp; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15194 In this we labour (saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 5.9.) that whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him; In this we labour (Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 5.9.) that whither present or absent, we may be accepted of him; p-acp d pns12 vvb (vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd.) cst cs j cc j, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15195 that's the highest ambition of a sincere heart: but the hypocrites ambition is to be accepted of, and to have praise among men; that's the highest ambition of a sincere heart: but the Hypocrites ambition is to be accepted of, and to have praise among men; cst|vbz dt js n1 pp-f dt j n1: cc-acp dt n2 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15196 and therefore hypocrites are more troubled, if at any time they fail in expressing themselves to men, and Therefore Hypocrites Are more troubled, if At any time they fail in expressing themselves to men, cc av n2 vbr dc vvn, cs p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb p-acp vvg px32 p-acp n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15197 then because (which they do at all times) they fail and faulter in their affections to God; then Because (which they do At all times) they fail and falter in their affections to God; av c-acp (r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp d n2) pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15198 whereas he that is sincere and honest with God, can bear it well enough though he hath not such plausible expressions towards men, whereas he that is sincere and honest with God, can bear it well enough though he hath not such plausible expressions towards men, cs pns31 cst vbz j cc j p-acp np1, vmb vvi pn31 av av-d c-acp pns31 vhz xx d j n2 p-acp n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15199 because he knoweth his affections stand right with God. That great Macedonian Alexander having run many hazards in war, turned himself to his souldiers, Because he Knoweth his affections stand right with God. That great Macedonian Alexander having run many hazards in war, turned himself to his Soldiers, c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n2 vvb j-jn p-acp np1. cst j jp np1 vhg vvn d n2 p-acp n1, vvd px31 p-acp po31 n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15200 and said, What pains have I taken, what dangers have I under gone, only to be praised and cryed up by you? As many in their worldly actings aime only at their own praise, and said, What pains have I taken, what dangers have I under gone, only to be praised and cried up by you? As many in their worldly actings aim only At their own praise, cc vvd, q-crq n2 vhb pns11 vvn, r-crq n2 vhb pns11 p-acp vvn, av-j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp pn22? p-acp d p-acp po32 j n2 vvb av-j p-acp po32 d n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15201 so do this sort of hypocrites in their spiritual and holy actings; they pray, and hear, and deal about their almes for applause with men. so do this sort of Hypocrites in their spiritual and holy actings; they pray, and hear, and deal about their alms for applause with men. av vdb d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 j cc j n2; pns32 vvb, cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15202 What the Histosian writes of the Camelion, is most true of them, they live by the ayre, What the Histosian writes of the Chameleon, is most true of them, they live by the air, q-crq dt j vvz pp-f dt n1, vbz av-ds j pp-f pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15203 and are fed with the vapours of an earthly praise. and Are fed with the vapours of an earthly praise. cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2476 Page 764
15204 Secondly, Others (most of all the mighty, of whom Elihu is discoursing) act for God in the out-side of Religion, to get an opportunity of revenge upon men; Secondly, Others (most of all the mighty, of whom Elihu is discoursing) act for God in the outside of Religion, to get an opportunity of revenge upon men; ord, ng2-jn (av-ds pp-f d dt j, pp-f ro-crq np1 vbz vvg) n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1-an pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 764
15205 they put on a fair shew of godliness, that they may have a fairer advantage to let out their malice, and vent their spleen. they put on a fair show of godliness, that they may have a Fairer advantage to let out their malice, and vent their spleen. pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb vhi dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi av po32 n1, cc vvi po32 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 764
15206 When either a real or supposed injury, falls upon an impotent and impatient spirit; malice will provoke to give that back which charity teacheth to forgive. When either a real or supposed injury, falls upon an impotent and impatient Spirit; malice will provoke to give that back which charity Teaches to forgive. c-crq d dt j cc j-vvn n1, vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1; n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cst av r-crq n1 vvz pc-acp vvi. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 764
15207 The tyrannie of this passion gives no rest to the discontented soul; The tyranny of this passion gives no rest to the discontented soul; dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 764
15208 all methods shall be studied, and stratagems devised to content hatred by the compassing of revenge; all methods shall be studied, and stratagems devised to content hatred by the compassing of revenge; d n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc n2 vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 764
15209 and when common projects fail, the habit of zeal and religion shall be put on, that the conceived malice may be let out: and when Common projects fail, the habit of zeal and Religion shall be put on, that the conceived malice may be let out: cc c-crq j n2 vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, cst dt j-vvn n1 vmb vbi vvn av: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 764
15210 Such a man will cloath himself with the garments of piety, that he may cover the instruments of cruelty, and do a mischief unsuspected. Such a man will cloth himself with the garments of piety, that he may cover the Instruments of cruelty, and do a mischief unsuspected. d dt n1 vmb n1 px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vdb dt n1 j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 764
15211 Saul was a hypocrite, and false with God, yet how did he encourage David to follow the War, Saul was a hypocrite, and false with God, yet how did he encourage David to follow the War, np1 vbds dt n1, cc j p-acp np1, av q-crq vdd pns31 vvi np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 764
15212 and fight the Lord's battels against the uncircumcised Philistines; (1 Sam. 18.17.) whereas Saul sought not the honour of God at all, and fight the Lord's battles against the uncircumcised philistines; (1 Sam. 18.17.) whereas Saul sought not the honour of God At all, cc vvb dt ng1 n2 p-acp dt j njp2; (crd np1 crd.) cs np1 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 764
15213 nor the overthrow of the Philistines, so much, as the overthrow of David; his intent was to take his own revenge upon David, rather then Gods revenge on them: nor the overthrow of the philistines, so much, as the overthrow of David; his intent was to take his own revenge upon David, rather then God's revenge on them: ccx dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, av av-d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 p-acp np1, av-c cs npg1 n1 p-acp pno32: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15214 for he hoped David would one time or other over-act his valour against the Philistines, and lose his life, to win honour and reputation. for he hoped David would one time or other overact his valour against the philistines, and loose his life, to win honour and reputation. c-acp pns31 vvd np1 vmd pi n1 cc n-jn vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt njp2, cc vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15230 the Apostle speaks of such (1 Tim. 6.5.) who •urpose that gain is godliness; whereas he saith ( vers. 6.) Godliness with contentment is great gain, they say, Gain is godliness; And all they look at by their profession of godliness, is worldly gain. the Apostle speaks of such (1 Tim. 6.5.) who •urpose that gain is godliness; whereas he Says (vers. 6.) Godliness with contentment is great gain, they say, Gain is godliness; And all they look At by their profession of godliness, is worldly gain. dt n1 vvz pp-f d (crd np1 crd.) q-crq n1 d n1 vbz n1; cs pns31 vvz (fw-la. crd) n1 p-acp n1 vbz j n1, pns32 vvb, n1 vbz n1; cc d pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1, vbz j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15250 for what shall it profit a man to gain the whole world by a profession of the name of Christ, for what shall it profit a man to gain the Whole world by a profession of the name of christ, c-acp q-crq vmb pn31 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15215 How religiously did Abner (who was a great Prince as David called him) urge the promise of God to make David King, (2 Sam. 3.18.) and yet 'tis plain in the Text, that his designe was to revenge himself upon Ishbosheth, who had put (as he thought) an affront upon him, rather then to be instrumental for the fulfilling of the promise of God to David. Jezebel a great Queen proclaimed a Fast (which is one of the highest acts of Religion) while her purpose was only to get an opportunity to feast her self upon the destruction of Naboth, and to drink his innocent blood. How religiously did Abner (who was a great Prince as David called him) urge the promise of God to make David King, (2 Sam. 3.18.) and yet it's plain in the Text, that his Design was to revenge himself upon Ishbosheth, who had put (as he Thought) an affront upon him, rather then to be instrumental for the fulfilling of the promise of God to David. Jezebel a great Queen proclaimed a Fast (which is one of the highest acts of Religion) while her purpose was only to get an opportunity to feast her self upon the destruction of Naboth, and to drink his innocent blood. c-crq av-j vdd np1 (r-crq vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1 vvd pno31) vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi np1 n1, (crd np1 crd.) cc av pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1, cst po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1, r-crq vhd vvn (c-acp pns31 vvd) dt n1 p-acp pno31, av-c cs pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1. np1 dt j n1 vvn dt j (r-crq vbz pi pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n1) cs po31 n1 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 j-jn n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15216 Herod a King ( Matth. 2.8.) desired to have the young childe Christ, that he might come and worship him, but his designe was to murder him; Herod a King (Matthew 2.8.) desired to have the young child christ, that he might come and worship him, but his Design was to murder him; np1 dt n1 (np1 crd.) vvn pc-acp vhi dt j n1 np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno31, p-acp po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi pno31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15217 and because he could not have his will to kill him alone, he resolved to kill him in the multitude, commanding all the infants of such an age to be slain, lest he should escape. and Because he could not have his will to kill him alone, he resolved to kill him in the multitude, commanding all the Infants of such an age to be slave, lest he should escape. cc c-acp pns31 vmd xx vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, vvg d dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns31 vmd vvi. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15218 We have a sad instance of this in two of the Patriarcks, ( Gen. 34.) I do not say they were hypocrites, We have a sad instance of this in two of the Patriarchs, (Gen. 34.) I do not say they were Hypocrites, pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp crd pp-f dt n2, (np1 crd) pns11 vdb xx vvi pns32 vbdr n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15219 but, I say, they acted a high strain of hypocrisie, and put on a religious pretence for the compassing of revenge. but, I say, they acted a high strain of hypocrisy, and put on a religious pretence for the compassing of revenge. cc-acp, pns11 vvb, pns32 vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15220 Dinah, Jacobs daughter being deflowred by Shechem, he sued to have her for his wife, and would wipe off the stain of his lust by a legal marriage; Dinah, Jacobs daughter being deflowered by Shechem, he sued to have her for his wife, and would wipe off the stain of his lust by a Legal marriage; np1, np1 n1 vbg vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15221 old Hamor pleaded for his son, and Jacob was willing enough ('tis like) to salve the credit of his daughter; old Hamor pleaded for his son, and Jacob was willing enough (it's like) to salve the credit of his daughter; j np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc np1 vbds j av-d (pn31|vbz j) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15222 but the sons of Jacob answered Shechem and Hamor his father deceitfully ( v. 13.) and they said, we cannot match with you, but the Sons of Jacob answered Shechem and Hamor his father deceitfully (v. 13.) and they said, we cannot match with you, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd np1 cc np1 po31 n1 av-j (n1 crd) cc pns32 vvd, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp pn22, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15223 except you be circumcised, and so become Proselytes to our Religion. If Shechem will be of their family, he must be of their faith; except you be circumcised, and so become Proselytes to our Religion. If Shechem will be of their family, he must be of their faith; c-acp pn22 vbb j-vvn, cc av vvb n2 p-acp po12 n1. cs np1 vmb vbi pp-f po32 n1, pns31 vmb vbi pp-f po32 n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15224 they stood not upon their sisters joynture, the matter stuck only upon a scruple of conscience. they stood not upon their Sisters jointure, the matter stuck only upon a scruple of conscience. pns32 vvd xx p-acp po32 ng1 n1, dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15225 What argument of greater zeal for God could they have given then this? Yet while these religious words were in their mouths, they had bloody swords in their hearts: What argument of greater zeal for God could they have given then this? Yet while these religious words were in their mouths, they had bloody swords in their hearts: q-crq n1 pp-f jc n1 p-acp np1 vmd pns32 vhb vvn av d? av cs d j n2 vbdr p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vhd j n2 p-acp po32 n2: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15226 And all this pretence for circumcision, was only that they might have an advantage, to come upon them in their soreness and destroy them; And all this pretence for circumcision, was only that they might have an advantage, to come upon them in their soreness and destroy them; cc d d n1 p-acp n1, vbds av-j cst pns32 vmd vhi dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1 cc vvi pno32; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15227 which (as the holy story tells us) they soon after effected. which (as the holy story tells us) they soon After effected. q-crq (c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno12) pns32 av c-acp vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2477 Page 765
15228 Thirdly, Hypocrites often designe worldly gain, and ayme at the purse more then at God in all their holy services. Thirdly, Hypocrites often Design worldly gain, and aim At the purse more then At God in all their holy services. ord, n2 av vvb j n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 av-dc cs p-acp np1 p-acp d po32 j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15229 Many take up a profession of Religion, as all men take up a Trade, that they may get a Living by it; Many take up a profession of Religion, as all men take up a Trade, that they may get a Living by it; av-d vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp d n2 vvb a-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n-vvg p-acp pn31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15249 If profit be the Loadstone of our profession, our profession will never profit us; If profit be the Loadstone of our profession, our profession will never profit us; cs n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, po12 n1 vmb av-x vvi pno12; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15231 Religion is often made (as the Apostles word is, 1 Thess. 2.5.) a cloak of covetousness; and he professeth in the same place, that in the dispensation of the Gospel, he had not used his Ministery as such a cloak, God was his witness; Religion is often made (as the Apostles word is, 1 Thess 2.5.) a cloak of covetousness; and he Professes in the same place, that in the Dispensation of the Gospel, he had not used his Ministry as such a cloak, God was his witness; n1 vbz av vvn (c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz, crd np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f n1; cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt d n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhd xx vvn po31 n1 c-acp d dt n1, np1 vbds po31 n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15232 but there are many against whom (though men cannot) yet their own consciences do, but there Are many against whom (though men cannot) yet their own Consciences do, cc-acp pc-acp vbr d p-acp ro-crq (cs n2 vmbx) av po32 d n2 vdb, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15233 and God will witness, that their appearance in Religion is but the hiding of, or a cloak for their covetousness. and God will witness, that their appearance in Religion is but the hiding of, or a cloak for their covetousness. cc np1 vmb vvi, cst po32 n1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp dt vvg pp-f, cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15234 Hamor and Shechem used no other argument to perswade their Citizens to take upon them the seal of the Covenant, Hamor and Shechem used no other argument to persuade their Citizens to take upon them the seal of the Covenant, np1 cc np1 vvd dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15235 but only this, Shall not their cattel, and their substance, and every beast of theirs, be ours? (Gen. 34.27.) And it seems the very mention of their own emolument overcame them; but only this, Shall not their cattle, and their substance, and every beast of theirs, be ours? (Gen. 34.27.) And it seems the very mention of their own emolument overcame them; cc-acp av-j d, vmb xx po32 n2, cc po32 n1, cc d n1 pp-f png32, vbb png12? (np1 crd.) cc pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f po32 d fw-fr vvd pno32; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15236 they thought it a bargain well made, to sell a little of their blood at so high a rate, they Thought it a bargain well made, to fell a little of their blood At so high a rate, pns32 vvd pn31 dt n1 av vvn, pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f po32 n1 p-acp av j dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15237 and to exchange their foreskins for so many head of Cattel. and to exchange their foreskins for so many head of Cattle. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp av d n1 pp-f n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15238 And hence it is, that among those seven sorts of Pharisees collected out of the Talmud, the first are called Pharisaei Shechemitae, receiving (it seems) both their Order and Denomination from these Shechemites, And hence it is, that among those seven sorts of Pharisees collected out of the Talmud, the First Are called Pharisees Shechemitae, receiving (it seems) both their Order and Denomination from these Shechemites, cc av pn31 vbz, cst p-acp d crd n2 pp-f np2 vvn av pp-f dt np1, dt ord vbr vvn np1 np1, vvg (pn31 vvz) d po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15239 because as they turned Hebrewes, so these became Pharisees upon the hopes of worldly benefit. Because as they turned Hebrews, so these became Pharisees upon the hope's of worldly benefit. c-acp c-acp pns32 vvd njpg2, av d vvd np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15240 And such were those Pharisees in truth, whatsoever their Title was, who (as was touched before) devoured widdows houses, and in a pretence made long prayers. And such were those Pharisees in truth, whatsoever their Title was, who (as was touched before) devoured Widows houses, and in a pretence made long Prayers. cc d vbdr d np2 p-acp n1, r-crq po32 n1 vbds, r-crq (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp) vvn n2 n2, cc p-acp dt n1 vvd av-j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15241 As it is a very great point of ungodliness (prophaneness indeed) to say, What profit is there in serving the Lord? So it is gross hypocrisie to take up Religion meerly for profit; As it is a very great point of ungodliness (profaneness indeed) to say, What profit is there in serving the Lord? So it is gross hypocrisy to take up Religion merely for profit; p-acp pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pp-f n1 (n1 av) pc-acp vvi, q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp vvg dt n1? av pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 av-j p-acp n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15242 there is profit, even worldly profit in Religion; there is profit, even worldly profit in Religion; pc-acp vbz n1, av j n1 p-acp n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15243 Godliness is profitable for all things, (1 Tim. 4.8.) and hath the promise of this life as well as of that to come; Godliness is profitable for all things, (1 Tim. 4.8.) and hath the promise of this life as well as of that to come; n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, (vvd np1 crd.) cc vhz dt n1 pp-f d n1 c-acp av c-acp pp-f d pc-acp vvi; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15244 but wo to those that take it up designing profit, and the filling either of their purses, or their bellies. but woe to those that take it up designing profit, and the filling either of their purses, or their bellies. p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vvb pn31 a-acp vvg n1, cc dt vvg d pp-f po32 n2, cc po32 n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15245 Our Saviours Divine Spirit quickly discovered this carnal spirit in his followers, ( John 6.26.) Ye seek me not because ye saw the miracles, Our Saviors Divine Spirit quickly discovered this carnal Spirit in his followers, (John 6.26.) You seek me not Because you saw the Miracles, po12 ng1 j-jn n1 av-j vvn d j n1 p-acp po31 n2, (np1 crd.) pn22 vvb pno11 xx c-acp pn22 vvd dt n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15246 but because ye did eat of the loaves, and were filled: but Because you did eat of the loaves, and were filled: cc-acp c-acp pn22 vdd vvi pp-f dt n2, cc vbdr vvn: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 766
15247 Judas followed Christ, but the motive of it, was in the bag, ( John 12.6.) The zeal of Demetrius to his Idol Diana, was kindled by as pure a fire as the zeal of these hypocrites to Jesus Christ, ( Acts 19.24.) By this we get our living. Judas followed christ, but the motive of it, was in the bag, (John 12.6.) The zeal of Demetrius to his Idol Diana, was kindled by as pure a fire as the zeal of these Hypocrites to jesus christ, (Acts 19.24.) By this we get our living. np1 vvd np1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbds p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 np1, vbds vvn p-acp p-acp j dt n1 c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp np1 np1, (n2 crd.) p-acp d pns12 vvb po12 n-vvg. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15248 They know nothing of the life of Religion, who are religious only that they may live: They know nothing of the life of Religion, who Are religious only that they may live: pns32 vvb pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j av-j cst pns32 vmb vvi: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15251 if he lose his own soul? Sathan charged Job with this gross hypocrisie, ( chap. 1.9.) Doth Job fear God for nought? as if he had said, Job findes 'tis no lean business to be religious, if he loose his own soul? Sathan charged Job with this gross hypocrisy, (chap. 1.9.) Does Job Fear God for nought? as if he had said, Job finds it's not lean business to be religious, cs pns31 vvb po31 d n1? np1 vvd np1 p-acp d j n1, (n1 crd.) vdz n1 vvi np1 p-acp pix? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, n1 vvz pn31|vbz xx j n1 pc-acp vbi j, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15252 and therefore no wonder if he be found so religious. and Therefore no wonder if he be found so religious. cc av dx n1 cs pns31 vbb vvn av j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15253 Who would not do and be as much as he in Religion, to have his fields full of Cattel, Who would not do and be as much as he in Religion, to have his fields full of Cattle, q-crq vmd xx vdi cc vbi c-acp av-d c-acp pns31 p-acp n1, pc-acp vhi po31 n2 j pp-f n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15254 and his folds full of Sheep, and his house full of Riches? He knows well enough which side his bread is buttered on, what makes for his profit; and his folds full of Sheep, and his house full of Riches? He knows well enough which side his bred is buttered on, what makes for his profit; cc po31 n2 j pp-f n1, cc po31 n1 j pp-f n2? pns31 vvz av av-d r-crq n1 po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15255 all the account he makes of Religion is, that he perceives by his books, and the inventory of his goods, that it turns every year to a good account: all the account he makes of Religion is, that he perceives by his books, and the inventory of his goods, that it turns every year to a good account: d dt n1 pns31 vvz pp-f n1 vbz, cst pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-j, cst pn31 vvz d n1 p-acp dt j n1: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15256 Jobs slander is the just charge of many, they use Religion but as a stalking horse, to catch worldly riches. Jobs slander is the just charge of many, they use Religion but as a stalking horse, to catch worldly riches. n2 vvb vbz dt j n1 pp-f d, pns32 vvb n1 cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2478 Page 767
15257 Fourthly, The grosse hypocrite often designes, that which is higher in the esteeme, and more taking upon the spirits of many then worldly riches, Fourthly, The gross hypocrite often designs, that which is higher in the esteem, and more taking upon the spirits of many then worldly riches, ord, dt j n1 av n2, cst r-crq vbz jc p-acp dt n1, cc av-dc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f d av j n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15258 even worldly power, or to get very high, if not uppermost in the world. even worldly power, or to get very high, if not uppermost in the world. av j n1, cc pc-acp vvi av j, cs xx j p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15259 'Tis no new thing for men to make religion a stayre to ascend the highest roomes among men, It's no new thing for men to make Religion a stair to ascend the highest rooms among men, pn31|vbz dx j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt js n2 p-acp n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15260 or a stirrup to get into the saddle of honour, and when they have got high enough, or a stirrup to get into the saddle of honour, and when they have god high enough, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn j av-d, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15261 then downe with the stayres, or 'tis no matter for the stirrup by which they ascended. then down with the stairs, or it's no matter for the stirrup by which they ascended. av a-acp p-acp dt n2, cc pn31|vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15262 Jehu was very zealous in the cause of God, and for reformation, but his designe was for a kingdome, Jehu was very zealous in the cause of God, and for Reformation, but his Design was for a Kingdom, np1 vbds av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp n1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15263 or his owne exaltation (2 Kings 10.16.) he made a noyse of much piety, Come see my zeale for the Lord, yet all was but a piece of State-hypocrisie. or his own exaltation (2 Kings 10.16.) he made a noise of much piety, Come see my zeal for the Lord, yet all was but a piece of State-hypocrisy. cc po31 d n1 (crd n2 crd.) pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1, av d vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15264 His care in destroying Ahabs house and Baals Priests (according to the command of God) was but to pave the way to the throne. His care in destroying Ahabs house and Baal's Priests (according to the command of God) was but to pave the Way to the throne. po31 n1 p-acp vvg vvz n1 cc npg1 n2 (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vbds p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15265 The same way Absolom was taking to his fathers Crowne; The same Way Absalom was taking to his Father's Crown; dt d n1 np1 vbds vvg p-acp po31 ng1 n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15266 he told the people he was troubled that they were no better governed, that they had no quicker dispatch in their suites and businesses; he told the people he was troubled that they were no better governed, that they had no quicker dispatch in their suits and businesses; pns31 vvd dt n1 pns31 vbds vvn cst pns32 vbdr av-dx av-jc vvn, cst pns32 vhd dx jc n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15267 he told his father he had made a vow, and desired the liberty of his absence from Court, that he might goe and performe it; he told his father he had made a Voelli, and desired the liberty of his absence from Court, that he might go and perform it; pns31 vvd po31 n1 pns31 vhd vvn dt n1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pn31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15268 all he pretended was righteousnesse and religion, yet he intended only to get an advan••ge to make his party strong, that so he might thrust his fa her out of the throne, and get up himselfe. all he pretended was righteousness and Religion, yet he intended only to get an advan••ge to make his party strong, that so he might thrust his fa her out of the throne, and get up himself. d pns31 vvd vbds n1 cc n1, av pns31 vvd av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j, cst av pns31 vmd vvi po31 zz pno31 av pp-f dt n1, cc vvb a-acp px31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15269 He seemed a Saint whil• he meant to be a Traytor. He seemed a Saint whil• he meant to be a Traitor. pns31 vvd dt n1 n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 767
15270 The History of the Church reports of Julia• the Apostate, that when his predecessor (being a Christian) held the Empire, he highly pretended the profession of Christ, The History of the Church reports of Julia• the Apostate, that when his predecessor (being a Christian) held the Empire, he highly pretended the profession of christ, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pp-f np1 dt n1, cst c-crq po31 n1 (vbg dt njp) vvd dt n1, pns31 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 768
15271 and read a Gospel-Lecture in the Church of Nichomedia; yet while he was in shew a Christian, and read a Gospel-Lecture in the Church of Nicomedia; yet while he was in show a Christian, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; av cs pns31 vbds p-acp n1 dt njp, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 768
15272 and in hope an Emperour, he was in heart a pagan. and in hope an Emperor, he was in heart a pagan. cc p-acp n1 dt n1, pns31 vbds p-acp n1 dt j-jn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 768
15273 He saw the times served him not to act the pagan openly, and therefore he subtlely betooke himselfe to his disguise, He saw the times served him not to act the pagan openly, and Therefore he subtly betook himself to his disguise, pns31 vvd dt n2 vvd pno31 xx pc-acp vvi dt j-jn av-j, cc av pns31 av-j vvd px31 p-acp po31 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 768
15274 and personated the Christian, even in the mortified way of a monasticke life, that he might smooth his way to the Empire. and personated the Christian, even in the mortified Way of a monastic life, that he might smooth his Way to the Empire. cc vvn dt njp, av p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 768
15275 To which having once attained, he presently put off his disguise, and, to his utmost, disgraced and opposed the name and faith of Christ, which he had formerly owned and professed. To which having once attained, he presently put off his disguise, and, to his utmost, disgraced and opposed the name and faith of christ, which he had formerly owned and professed. p-acp r-crq vhg a-acp vvn, pns31 av-j vvd a-acp po31 n1, cc, p-acp po31 j, vvn cc vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vhd av-j vvd cc vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2479 Page 768
15276 Thus I have touch't upon the foure grand designes of the Grosse hypocrite: First, praise among all men; Secondly, revenge upon some men; Thus I have touched upon the foure grand designs of the Gross hypocrite: First, praise among all men; Secondly, revenge upon Some men; av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f dt j n1: ord, vvb p-acp d n2; ord, n1 p-acp d n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2480 Page 768
15277 Thirdly, the gaine of worldly riches; Fourthly, the attainment of power, dominion, and Greatness in the world. Thirdly, the gain of worldly riches; Fourthly, the attainment of power, dominion, and Greatness in the world. ord, dt n1 pp-f j n2; ord, dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2480 Page 768
15278 These are as the foure wheeles of Satans chariot, wherein he hurrieth thousands to the land of darkness, These Are as the foure wheels of Satan chariot, wherein he hurrieth thousands to the land of darkness, d vbr p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f npg1 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2480 Page 768
15279 while they would be esteemed children of the light. while they would be esteemed children of the Light. cs pns32 vmd vbi vvn n2 pp-f dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2480 Page 768
15280 Or some one of these is as the (primum mobile) first mover (of which Philosophers speake in their doctrine of the heavens) carrying many with a rapt and violent motion in the spheare of religion, Or Some one of these is as the (primum mobile) First mover (of which Philosophers speak in their Doctrine of the heavens) carrying many with a rapt and violent motion in the sphere of Religion, cc d crd pp-f d vbz p-acp dt (fw-la j) ord n1 (pp-f r-crq n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1 pp-f dt n2) vvg d p-acp dt j-vvn cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2480 Page 768
15281 while they have in the Interim a secret undiscerned natural motion of their owne directly opposite to this, by which they hope at last to steale on faire and softly to their wished periods. while they have in the Interim a secret undiscerned natural motion of their own directly opposite to this, by which they hope At last to steal on fair and softly to their wished periods. cs pns32 vhb p-acp dt n1 dt j-jn j j n1 pp-f po32 d av-j j-jn p-acp d, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp ord pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc av-j p-acp po32 j-vvn n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2480 Page 768
15282 Having thus farre shewed the close purposes of the designing hypocrite, who is so hatefull to God and hurtfull to man, I shall a little discover and unmaske his hypocrisie, by shewing how we may know him, Having thus Far showed the close Purposes of the designing hypocrite, who is so hateful to God and hurtful to man, I shall a little discover and unmask his hypocrisy, by showing how we may know him, vhg av av-j vvd dt j n2 pp-f dt vvg n1, r-crq vbz av j p-acp np1 cc j p-acp n1, pns11 vmb dt j vvi cc vvi po31 n1, p-acp vvg c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pno31, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2481 Page 768
15283 how we may looke through these vayles and see his ugly face. Designing hypocrites are usually discovered these foure wayes. how we may look through these vails and see his ugly face. Designing Hypocrites Are usually discovered these foure ways. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 cc vvi po31 j n1. vvg n2 vbr av-j vvn d crd n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2481 Page 768
15284 First, By their affectation to be seene and taken notice of; First, By their affectation to be seen and taken notice of; ord, p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn n1 pp-f; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 768
15285 they that will have praise and glory with men, must needs affect to be seene of men; they that will have praise and glory with men, must needs affect to be seen of men; pns32 cst vmb vhi n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, vmb av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 768
15286 for no glory comes to man, from men, but by what falls under the eye and observation of man. for no glory comes to man, from men, but by what falls under the eye and observation of man. p-acp dx n1 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp q-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 768
15287 Job saith of murderers (Chap: 24.13.) They are of those that rebell against the light, they know not the wayes thereof, Job Says of murderers (Chap: 24.13.) They Are of those that rebel against the Light, they know not the ways thereof, np1 vvz pp-f n2 (n1: crd.) pns32 vbr pp-f d cst vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb xx dt n2 av, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 768
15288 nor abide in the paths thereof. nor abide in the paths thereof. ccx vvi p-acp dt n2 av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 768
15289 The murderer cannot endure the light either natural or moral, because that tells who he is, The murderer cannot endure the Light either natural or moral, Because that tells who he is, dt n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 av-d j cc j, c-acp cst vvz r-crq pns31 vbz, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 768
15290 or what he hath been about. or what he hath been about. cc r-crq pns31 vhz vbn a-acp. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 768
15291 The contrary, in one sense, is true of the hypocrite, he loveth the light, and will doe nothing willingly, The contrary, in one sense, is true of the hypocrite, he loves the Light, and will do nothing willingly, dt j-jn, p-acp crd n1, vbz j pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vmb vdi pix av-j, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15293 as for those acts or exercises of religion, which are private retirements between God and his owne soule, he is a great stranger to them, he cannot delight in them, as for those acts or exercises of Religion, which Are private retirements between God and his own soul, he is a great stranger to them, he cannot delight in them, c-acp p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j n2 p-acp np1 cc po31 d n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15294 but any thing that may fall under publick observation, he can be forward enough in. Christ ( Math. 6.5.) gives us this plaine discovery of the hypocricall Pharisees; but any thing that may fallen under public observation, he can be forward enough in. christ (Math. 6.5.) gives us this plain discovery of the hypocricall Pharisees; cc-acp d n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp j n1, pns31 vmb vbi av-j av-d p-acp. np1 (np1 crd.) vvz pno12 d j n1 pp-f dt j np2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15295 They love to pray standing in the Synagogues, and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seene of men. They love to pray standing in the Synagogues, and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn pp-f n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15296 This was so much in Jehu's heart, that he could not but blab it out with his tongue (2 Kings 10.) Come see my zeale; A false fire kindled his zeale, else he had not made such a blaze. This was so much in Jehu's heart, that he could not but blab it out with his tongue (2 Kings 10.) Come see my zeal; A false fire kindled his zeal, Else he had not made such a blaze. d vbds av av-d p-acp npg1 n1, cst pns31 vmd xx cc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp po31 n1 (crd n2 crd) vvb vvi po11 n1; dt j n1 vvd po31 n1, av pns31 vhd xx vvn d dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15297 It was, insincere rotten-hearted Saul that sayd (1 Sam: 15.13.) Come thou blessed of the Lord, I have performed the commandement of the Lord; It was, insincere rotten-hearted Saul that said (1 Sam: 15.13.) Come thou blessed of the Lord, I have performed the Commandment of the Lord; pn31 vbds, j j np1 cst vvd (vvd np1: crd.) vvb pns21 j-vvn pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15298 he was his owne trumpeter, and would needs tell the story of his doings himselfe, though he had done his businesse to halves; he was his own trumpeter, and would needs tell the story of his doings himself, though he had done his business to halves; pns31 vbds po31 d n1, cc vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f png31 n2-vdg px31, cs pns31 vhd vdn po31 n1 p-acp n2-jn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15299 Come thou blessed of the Lord, I have performed the commandement of the Lord; Come thou blessed of the Lord, I have performed the Commandment of the Lord; vvb pns21 j-vvn pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15300 as if it would not serve him to doe his duty, unlesse Samuel had seene and taken notice of him. as if it would not serve him to do his duty, unless Samuel had seen and taken notice of him. c-acp cs pn31 vmd xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi po31 n1, cs np1 vhd vvn cc vvn n1 pp-f pno31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15301 Abraham gave proofe of the highest act of faith that ever was in the world, Abraham gave proof of the highest act of faith that ever was in the world, np1 vvd n1 pp-f dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst av vbds p-acp dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15302 yet did Abraham say, Come see my faith? Moses led the people of Israel forty yeares in the wildernesse through a series of wonderfull tryalls and temptations, to the very borders of Canaan (which was one of the highest services that ever man undertook) and was faithfull in all his house (Heb: 4.2.) yet did he say, Come see my fidelity? Joshua victoriously expelled the Cananites, and divided their land by lot among the tribes of Israel, yet did he say, Come see my fortitude? We heare not a word of any of their doings from those who were sincere. yet did Abraham say, Come see my faith? Moses led the people of Israel forty Years in the Wilderness through a series of wonderful trials and temptations, to the very borders of Canaan (which was one of the highest services that ever man undertook) and was faithful in all his house (Hebrew: 4.2.) yet did he say, Come see my Fidis? joshua victoriously expelled the Canaanites, and divided their land by lot among the tribes of Israel, yet did he say, Come see my fortitude? We hear not a word of any of their doings from those who were sincere. av vdd np1 vvb, vvb vvi po11 n1? np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 crd n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbds crd pp-f dt js n2 cst av n1 vvd) cc vbds j p-acp d po31 n1 (n1: crd.) av vdd pns31 vvi, vvb vvi po11 n1? np1 av-j vvd dt np2, cc vvd po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av vdd pns31 vvi, vvb vvi po11 n1? pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f d pp-f po32 n2-vdg p-acp d r-crq vbdr j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15303 When we see men forward to invite the approbation of others by making reports of their good deeds, it gives a strong argument of suspicion, that they have done what they have done with a bad heart, When we see men forward to invite the approbation of Others by making reports of their good Deeds, it gives a strong argument of suspicion, that they have done what they have done with a bad heart, c-crq pns12 vvb n2 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp vvg n2 pp-f po32 j n2, pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vhb vdn r-crq pns32 vhb vdn p-acp dt j n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15304 or, that (as it is sayd of Jehu) they have not sought God with all their hearts. or, that (as it is said of Jehu) they have not sought God with all their hearts. cc, cst (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1) pns32 vhb xx vvn np1 p-acp d po32 n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2483 Page 769
15305 But some may object, Did not Samuel proclaime his own integrity before all the people (1 Sam: 12.3.) Whose oxe have I taken? or whose asse have I taken? or whom have I defrauded? whom have I oppressed? or of whose hand have I received any bribe, to blind mine eyes therewith? I answer; But Some may Object, Did not Samuel proclaim his own integrity before all the people (1 Sam: 12.3.) Whose ox have I taken? or whose Ass have I taken? or whom have I defrauded? whom have I oppressed? or of whose hand have I received any bribe, to blind mine eyes therewith? I answer; p-acp d vmb vvi, vdd xx np1 vvi po31 d n1 p-acp d dt n1 (vvd np1: crd.) rg-crq n1 vhb pns11 vvn? cc rg-crq n1 vhb pns11 vvn? cc qo-crq vhb pns11 vvd? q-crq vhb pns11 vvn? cc pp-f r-crq n1 vhb pns11 vvn d n1, pc-acp vvi po11 n2 av? pns11 vvb; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2484 Page 769
15306 Samuel spake this to upbraid their ingratitude and discontent, not to extoll his owne justice; Samuel spoke this to upbraid their ingratitude and discontent, not to extol his own Justice; np1 vvd d pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n-jn, xx pc-acp vvi po31 d n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2485 Page 770
15307 yea some conceive that he made this challenge, to give Saul a patterne how he ought to governe, rather then to commend his owne government. yea Some conceive that he made this challenge, to give Saul a pattern how he ought to govern, rather then to commend his own government. uh d vvb cst pns31 vvd d n1, pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi, av-c cs pc-acp vvi po31 d n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2485 Page 770
15308 I find the Apostle Paul making large reports of his owne both doings and sufferings (2 Cor: 11.) But if we peruse that Chapter, we shall find him hovering in a suspence of doubts and feares, I find the Apostle Paul making large reports of his own both doings and sufferings (2 Cor: 11.) But if we peruse that Chapter, we shall find him hovering in a suspense of doubts and fears, pns11 vvb dt n1 np1 vvg j n2 pp-f po31 d av-d n2-vdg cc n2 (crd fw-la: crd) p-acp cs pns12 vvb d n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2485 Page 770
15309 whether or no it were convenient or comely for him to doe so. whither or no it were convenient or comely for him to do so. cs cc av-dx pn31 vbdr j cc j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2485 Page 770
15310 How many preambles and Apologyes did he make before he fell directly upon that unpleasing subject? Would to God ye could beare with me in my folly (saith he) and indeed beare with me. How many preambles and Apologies did he make before he fell directly upon that unpleasing Subject? Would to God you could bear with me in my folly (Says he) and indeed bear with me. c-crq d n1 cc n2 vdd pns31 vvi c-acp pns31 vvd av-j p-acp cst j n-jn? vmd p-acp np1 pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po11 n1 (vvz pns31) cc av vvb p-acp pno11. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2485 Page 770
15311 And againe, I speake (as it were) foolishly in this confidence of boasting. And again, I speak (as it were) foolishly in this confidence of boasting. cc av, pns11 vvb (c-acp pn31 vbdr) av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2485 Page 770
15312 And yet all that he spake was not to make a boast of himselfe, but to vindicate his Apostleship from unjust and envious calumniations. And yet all that he spoke was not to make a boast of himself, but to vindicate his Apostleship from unjust and envious calumniations. cc av d cst pns31 vvd vbds xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f px31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp j cc j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2485 Page 770
15313 'Tis most certaine, He that is sincere desires not to be open, but silently satisfieth his soule with the conscience of doing his duty, It's most certain, He that is sincere Desires not to be open, but silently Satisfieth his soul with the conscience of doing his duty, pn31|vbz av-ds j, pns31 cst vbz j vvz xx pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vdg png31 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15314 and takes more content, in knowing his own integrity, then in knowing that others know it. and Takes more content, in knowing his own integrity, then in knowing that Others know it. cc vvz av-dc j, p-acp vvg po31 d n1, av p-acp vvg d n2-jn vvb pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15315 Vertue looseth nothing of her value, in his esteeme, no nor of her lustre in his eye, Virtue loses nothing of her valve, in his esteem, no nor of her lustre in his eye, n1 vvz pix pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, uh-dx ccx pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15316 because she is hidden from the eyes of men. Because she is hidden from the eyes of men. c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15317 Like the earth (in this poynt) he keepes his richest mineralls, and most precious gems of grace and goodness below in his bowells, Like the earth (in this point) he keeps his Richest minerals, and most precious gems of grace and Goodness below in his bowels, j dt n1 (p-acp d n1) pns31 vvz po31 js n2, cc av-ds j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 a-acp p-acp po31 n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15318 or at the center of his heart, and will not let them be seene, till a kind of necessity diggs them out. or At the centre of his heart, and will not let them be seen, till a kind of necessity Diggs them out. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vmb xx vvi pno32 vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n2 pno32 av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15319 When Moses after his forty dayes neere accesse to and communion with God in the Mount, perceived that his face did shine ( Exod: 34.33.) he put a vayle upon it; When Moses After his forty days near access to and communion with God in the Mount, perceived that his face did shine (Exod: 34.33.) he put a Vail upon it; c-crq np1 p-acp po31 crd n2 av-j n1 p-acp cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, vvd cst po31 n1 vdd vvi (j: crd.) pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp pn31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15320 every true Moses whose acquaintance and fiduciall familiarity with God, hath stampt upon him the impressions of divine light, is so farre from affecting to dazzle the eyes of others with it, that he rather puts a vayle of gracious modesty upon it; every true Moses whose acquaintance and fiducial familiarity with God, hath stamped upon him the impressions of divine Light, is so Far from affecting to dazzle the eyes of Others with it, that he rather puts a Vail of gracious modesty upon it; d j np1 rg-crq n1 cc j n1 p-acp np1, vhz vvn p-acp pno31 dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vbz av av-j p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp pn31, cst pns31 av-c vvz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pn31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15321 and will not let so much as the light of his good workes be seene, and will not let so much as the Light of his good works be seen, cc vmb xx vvi av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 vbb vvn, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15322 but as thereby (in which case Christ commands it ( Math: 5.16.) He may glorifie his father which is in heaven. but as thereby (in which case christ commands it (Math: 5.16.) He may Glorify his father which is in heaven. cc-acp c-acp av (p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz pn31 (np1: crd.) pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15323 And herein a Christian followeth the example of Christ, in whom though the Godhead dwelt bodily, And herein a Christian follows the Exampl of christ, in whom though the Godhead dwelled bodily, cc av dt njp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq cs dt n1 vvd j, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15324 yet he rarely shewed his divine power. yet he rarely showed his divine power. av pns31 av-j vvd po31 j-jn n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15325 And when once by a miracle, he had made the blind see, he also by command made them dumbe concerning that miracle ( Math: 9.30.) See that no man know it. And when once by a miracle, he had made the blind see, he also by command made them dumb Concerning that miracle (Math: 9.30.) See that no man know it. cc c-crq a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhd vvn dt j vvi, pns31 av p-acp n1 vvd pno32 j vvg d n1 (np1: crd.) vvb cst dx n1 vvb pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 770
15326 It was our Saviours counsel to all his followers ( Mat: 6.5.) Let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doth, and it was his consolation to them in the next words; It was our Saviors counsel to all his followers (Mathew: 6.5.) Let not thy left hand know what thy right hand does, and it was his consolation to them in the next words; pn31 vbds po12 ng1 n1 p-acp d po31 n2 (n1: crd.) vvb xx po21 j n1 vvb r-crq po21 j-jn n1 vdz, cc pn31 vbds po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt ord n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 771
15327 Your father which seeth in secret, himselfe shall reward you openly; yea (which is a higher consolation then that) Himselfe will be your reward. Your father which sees in secret, himself shall reward you openly; yea (which is a higher consolation then that) Himself will be your reward. po22 n1 r-crq vvz p-acp j-jn, px31 vmb vvi pn22 av-j; uh (r-crq vbz dt jc n1 cs d) px31 vmb vbi po22 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2486 Page 771
15328 Secondly, As the designing hypocrite desires to be seene in doing good, or to have the good which he hath done seene; Secondly, As the designing hypocrite Desires to be seen in doing good, or to have the good which he hath done seen; ord, c-acp dt vvg n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vdg j, cc pc-acp vhi dt j r-crq pns31 vhz vdn vvn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15329 so he is exceeding censorious and rigid towards those whom he sees falling into evill. so he is exceeding censorious and rigid towards those whom he sees falling into evil. av pns31 vbz av-vvg j cc j p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz vvg p-acp n-jn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15330 Christ gives this discovery also ( Math: 7.3.) Why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brothers eye, christ gives this discovery also (Math: 7.3.) Why Beholdest thou the mote that is in thy Brother's eye, np1 vvz d n1 av (np1: crd.) q-crq vv2 pns21 dt n1 cst vbz p-acp po21 ng1 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15331 but considerest not the beame that is in thine owne eye; concluding at the 5th verse; but Considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye; concluding At the 5th verse; cc-acp vv2 xx dt n1 cst vbz p-acp po21 d n1; vvg p-acp dt ord n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15332 Thou hypocrite (why doth Christ call him hypocrite? surely because he was so quick-sighted to see a mote, that is, a smaller fault in his brothers eye, Thou hypocrite (why does christ call him hypocrite? surely Because he was so quick-sighted to see a mote, that is, a smaller fault in his Brother's eye, pns21 n1 (r-crq vdz np1 vvi pno31 n1? av-j c-acp pns31 vbds av j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst vbz, dt jc n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15333 but tooke no notice of the beame that was in his owne eye; but took no notice of the beam that was in his own eye; cc-acp vvd dx n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbds p-acp po31 d n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15334 a spot upon his brothers coate, was censured more by him, then his owne wallowing in the mire. a spot upon his Brother's coat, was censured more by him, then his own wallowing in the mire. dt n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, vbds vvn av-dc p-acp pno31, cs po31 d vvg p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15335 I doe not say that the Patriarke Judah was an hypocrite, but, as those two other Patriacks, so he acted one very grosse part of hypocrisie ( Gen. 38.24.) For he no sooner heard that Tamor was with childe, I do not say that the Patriarch Judah was an hypocrite, but, as those two other Patriarchs, so he acted one very gross part of hypocrisy (Gen. 38.24.) For he no sooner herd that Tamor was with child, pns11 vdb xx vvi cst dt n1 np1 vbds dt n1, cc-acp, c-acp d crd j-jn n2, av pns31 vvd pi av j n1 pp-f n1 (np1 crd.) p-acp pns31 av-dx av-c vvn d np1 vbds p-acp n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15336 but he censured, yea condemn'd her presently to death; Bring her forth (sayd he) and let her be burnt; but he censured, yea condemned her presently to death; Bring her forth (said he) and let her be burned; cc-acp pns31 vvn, uh vvd pno31 av-j p-acp n1; vvb pno31 av (vvd pns31) cc vvb pno31 vbi vvn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15337 and yet himselfe was more faulty then she. and yet himself was more faulty then she. cc av px31 vbds av-dc j cs pns31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15338 How hard a Judge was he of that crime in another, which was principally his owne? Saul had sinned greatly (1 Sam: 13.9.) in offering sacrifice before Samuel came, which was an usurpation of the Priests office, How hard a Judge was he of that crime in Another, which was principally his own? Saul had sinned greatly (1 Sam: 13.9.) in offering sacrifice before Samuel Come, which was an usurpation of the Priests office, c-crq av-j dt n1 vbds pns31 pp-f d n1 p-acp j-jn, r-crq vbds av-j po31 d? np1 vhd vvn av-j (vvd np1: crd.) p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1 vvd, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15339 and so great a sin that Samuel told him presently, God would therefore rend the Kingdome from him; and so great a since that Samuel told him presently, God would Therefore rend the Kingdom from him; cc av j dt n1 cst np1 vvd pno31 av-j, np1 vmd av vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15340 yet he thought to put it off with a slight excuse. yet he Thought to put it off with a slight excuse. av pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15341 But in the 14th Chapter when Jonathan only offended against a rash command of his (putting a Curse upon that people if any did eate before the going downe of the Sun) he sentenced him to death for it. But in the 14th Chapter when Johnathan only offended against a rash command of his (putting a Curse upon that people if any did eat before the going down of the Sun) he sentenced him to death for it. p-acp p-acp dt ord n1 c-crq np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f png31 (vvg dt n1 p-acp d n1 cs d vdd vvi p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1) pns31 vvn pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15342 In the 8th of John, How severe were the Pharisees to the woman taken in Adultery, they haled her before Christ, In the 8th of John, How severe were the Pharisees to the woman taken in Adultery, they haled her before christ, p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, c-crq j vbdr dt np2 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15343 and pressed the Law that she should be stoned to death; and pressed the Law that she should be stoned to death; cc vvd dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15344 yet, when Christ sayd ( v. 7.) He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her, they being convicted by their owne conscience, went out one by one. yet, when christ said (v. 7.) He that is without since among you, let him First cast a stone At her, they being convicted by their own conscience, went out one by one. av, c-crq np1 vvd (n1 crd) pns31 cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pn22, vvb pno31 ord vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31, pns32 vbg vvn p-acp po32 d n1, vvd av crd p-acp crd. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15346 yet they who are extreamely severe against a sin in others, usually favour either the same or a worse in themselves. yet they who Are extremely severe against a since in Others, usually favour either the same or a Worse in themselves. av pns32 r-crq vbr av-jn j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, av-j n1 av-d dt d cc dt av-jc p-acp px32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15347 He that is sincere, pi•tieth others, as much as reproves them, and he reproves them, He that is sincere, pi•tieth Others, as much as reproves them, and he reproves them, pns31 cst vbz j, vvz n2-jn, c-acp d c-acp vvz pno32, cc pns31 vvz pno32, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 771
15348 though wi•h sharpness, yet with meekness, at once considering himselfe, lest he also be tempted (Gal: 6.1.) and blessing God who hath kept him in or from these temptations. though wi•h sharpness, yet with meekness, At once considering himself, lest he also be tempted (Gall: 6.1.) and blessing God who hath kept him in or from these temptations. cs j n1, av p-acp n1, p-acp a-acp vvg px31, cs pns31 av vbi vvn (n1: crd.) cc vvg np1 r-crq vhz vvd pno31 p-acp cc p-acp d n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2487 Page 772
15349 Thirdly, The designing hypocrite discovers himselfe by laying downe or departing from the profession of religion, Thirdly, The designing hypocrite discovers himself by laying down or departing from the profession of Religion, ord, dt vvg n1 vvz px31 p-acp vvg a-acp cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15350 when his worldly ends are attained. when his worldly ends Are attained. c-crq po31 j n2 vbr vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15351 Feined zeale cooles or abates, is lesse and lesse towards the things of God, as such zelots grow warmer and warmer in their nests, Feigned zeal cools or abates, is less and less towards the things of God, as such zealots grow warmer and warmer in their nests, j-vvn n1 vvz cc vvz, vbz av-dc cc av-dc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp d n2 vvb jc cc jc p-acp po32 n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15352 and find their carnal interests more and more served or secured. 'Tis reported by a Popish Author, that a Fryar or Monke was observed very precise, and find their carnal interests more and more served or secured. It's reported by a Popish Author, that a Friar or Monk was observed very precise, cc vvi po32 j n2 dc cc av-dc vvn cc vvn. pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst dt n1 cc n1 vbds vvn av j, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15353 and circumspect in all his wayes, hanging downe his head to the earth, very humbly and devoutly, and circumspect in all his ways, hanging down his head to the earth, very humbly and devoutly, cc j p-acp d po31 n2, vvg a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av av-j cc av-j, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15354 as if he meditated continually upon his mortality, or returne to the earth; as if he meditated continually upon his mortality, or return to the earth; c-acp cs pns31 vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15355 who afterwards being chosen Abbot or Governour of the Covent, grew very proud, high and insolent. who afterwards being chosen Abbot or Governor of the Covent, grew very proud, high and insolent. r-crq av vbg vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd av j, j cc j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15356 Some, wondring at this change of behaviour, tooke the boldness to aske him the reason of it; some, wondering At this change of behaviour, took the boldness to ask him the reason of it; d, vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f pn31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15357 O, said he, I was but seeking the keyes of the Abbey, and now I have found them. Oh, said he, I was but seeking the keys of the Abbatiae, and now I have found them. uh, vvd pns31, pns11 vbds p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc av pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15358 Having gotten what he sought for, he layd aside his strictness in religion, and threw off his vayle. Having got what he sought for, he laid aside his strictness in Religion, and threw off his Vail. vhg vvn r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp, pns31 vvd av po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvd a-acp po31 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15359 When Jehu that hypocrite was in his way to the Kingdome, how zealous was he? yet no sooner setled in it, When Jehu that hypocrite was in his Way to the Kingdom, how zealous was he? yet no sooner settled in it, c-crq np1 d n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq j vbds pns31? av dx av-c vvn p-acp pn31, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15360 but he was unsetled in religion, & turned Idolater, worshipping the Calves that were in Dan and Bethel. When Julian had obtained the Empire, he had done with Christ, but he was unsettled in Religion, & turned Idolater, worshipping the Calves that were in Dan and Bethel. When Julian had obtained the Empire, he had done with christ, cc-acp pns31 vbds j-vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd n1, vvg dt n2 cst vbdr p-acp uh cc np1. c-crq np1 vhd vvn dt n1, pns31 vhd vdn p-acp np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15361 and gave all the world a full argument against himselfe, that he was but a hypocrite in his former profession of Christianity. and gave all the world a full argument against himself, that he was but a hypocrite in his former profession of Christianity. cc vvd d dt n1 dt j n1 p-acp px31, cst pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f np1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15362 David was as zealous for God and as holy when he was upon the throne, David was as zealous for God and as holy when he was upon the throne, np1 vbds a-acp j c-acp np1 cc p-acp j c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15363 as when he kept sheepe upon the Mountaines, as good when a princely traine followed him, as when he kept sheep upon the Mountains, as good when a princely train followed him, c-acp c-crq pns31 vvd n1 p-acp dt n2, c-acp j c-crq dt j n1 vvd pno31, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15364 as when he followed the Ewes great with young. as when he followed the Ewes great with young. c-acp c-crq pns31 vvd dt n2 j p-acp j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15365 Moses was as faithfull when he was the ruler of Israel, as when he was an exile in Midian. Joseph was as gracious when he wore a chaine of Gold, Moses was as faithful when he was the ruler of Israel, as when he was an exile in Midian. Joseph was as gracious when he wore a chain of Gold, np1 vbds a-acp j c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp jp. np1 vbds a-acp j c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15366 and had the power of all Egypt put into his hand, as when himselfe was a prisoner in Potiphers house, and had the power of all Egypt put into his hand, as when himself was a prisoner in Potiphers house, cc vhd dt n1 pp-f d np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp c-crq px31 vbds dt n1 p-acp vvz n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15367 and the iron (chaines) entred into his soule. and the iron (chains) entered into his soul. cc dt n1 (n2) vvd p-acp po31 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15369 And when after his fathers death, his brethren feared he would reckon with them for their old faults, And when After his Father's death, his brothers feared he would reckon with them for their old Faults, cc c-crq p-acp po31 ng1 n1, po31 n2 vvd pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 j n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15370 or at least be carelesse of and unkind to them, who had been so unkind and cruel to him, or At least be careless of and unkind to them, who had been so unkind and cruel to him, cc p-acp ds vbi j pp-f cc j p-acp pno32, r-crq vhd vbn av j cc j p-acp pno31, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15371 yet he would doe them nothing but kindnesses and courtesies, and thereof bid them be confident, ( Gen: 50.21.) yet he would do them nothing but Kindnesses and courtesies, and thereof bid them be confident, (Gen: 50.21.) av pns31 vmd vdi pno32 pix p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av vvb pno32 vbi j, (np1: crd.) (34) chapter (DIV2) 2488 Page 772
15372 Fourthly, As successe discovereth some hypocrites, so the crosse discovereth many more. Fourthly, As success Discovereth Some Hypocrites, so the cross Discovereth many more. ord, c-acp n1 vvz d n2, av dt n1 vvz d dc. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 772
15373 The hypocrite will run from his colours when he comes to the battel, or seeth he must either quit the truths of God, or his owne peace. The hypocrite will run from his colours when he comes to the battle, or sees he must either quit the truths of God, or his own peace. dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pns31 vmb av-d vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc po31 d n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15374 If once he findeth that he cannot thrive by religion, he will meddle no more with it. If once he finds that he cannot thrive by Religion, he will meddle no more with it. cs a-acp pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15375 There is a generation who will appeare no further for truth, then serves their owne turne; There is a generation who will appear no further for truth, then serves their own turn; pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp n1, av vvz po32 d n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15376 and when they see they cannot serve that, by holding the truth, they will neither hold nor professe it any longer. and when they see they cannot serve that, by holding the truth, they will neither hold nor profess it any longer. cc c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vmbx vvi d, p-acp vvg dt n1, pns32 vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi pn31 d av-jc. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15377 They will venter no further in such matters, then they may make a faire retreate, if they see themselves in danger, or cannot carry onne their owne interests. They will venture no further in such matters, then they may make a fair retreat, if they see themselves in danger, or cannot carry onne their own interests. pns32 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp d n2, cs pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1, cs pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n1, cc vmbx vvi vvn po32 d n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15378 Thus the second ground is described ( Math: 13.20, 21.) He that heareth the word, Thus the second ground is described (Math: 13.20, 21.) He that hears the word, av dt ord n1 vbz vvn (np1: crd, crd) pns31 cst vvz dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15379 and anon with joy receiveth it; and anon with joy receives it; cc av p-acp n1 vvz pn31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15380 yet hath he not roote in himselfe, but dureth for a while, for when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, by and by he is offended. yet hath he not root in himself, but dureth for a while, for when tribulation or persecution arises Because of the word, by and by he is offended. av vhz pns31 xx vvi p-acp px31, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pp-f dt n1, p-acp cc a-acp pns31 vbz vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15381 He hath enough of the word, when he seeth he cannot have that, and enough of the world too. He hath enough of the word, when he sees he cannot have that, and enough of the world too. pns31 vhz d pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vmbx vhb d, cc d pp-f dt n1 av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15382 Many will get aboard the ship of the true Church in a calme, who if they see the clouds gather, the ayre darken, the winds rising, the storme coming, they dare not ride it out in an angry Sea, Many will get aboard the ship of the true Church in a Cam, who if they see the Clouds gather, the air darken, the winds rising, the storm coming, they Dare not ride it out in an angry Sea, av-d vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn, r-crq cs pns32 vvb dt n2 vvb, dt n1 vvi, dt n2 vvg, dt n1 vvg, pns32 vvb xx vvi pn31 av p-acp dt j n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15383 but will be calling for the boate, and row to the next shoare. but will be calling for the boat, and row to the next shore. cc-acp vmb vbi vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt ord n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15384 These never purposed to endure all winds and weathers, with the Church of God, but hoped to be transported to the cape of their worldly good hope, and wished for earthly haven. These never purposed to endure all winds and weathers, with the Church of God, but hoped to be transported to the cape of their worldly good hope, and wished for earthly Haven. np1 av-x vvd pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j j n1, cc vvd p-acp j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15385 Their slight interprets their intents, and lists them among designing hypocrites. Their slight interprets their intents, and lists them among designing Hypocrites. po32 n1 vvz po32 n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp vvg n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15386 The house founded on the sand, sheweth as faire in a faire day, as that founded on a rocke; The house founded on the sand, shows as fair in a fair day, as that founded on a rock; dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp j p-acp dt j n1, c-acp cst vvd p-acp dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15387 But when the raine descends, and the flouds come, and the winds blow, you may distinguish it, by the down-fall. But when the rain descends, and the floods come, and the winds blow, you may distinguish it, by the downfall. cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc dt n2 vvb, cc dt n2 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi pn31, p-acp dt j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15388 He was never more nor better then a meere out-side professor, who doth not hold fast his profession in a day of trouble as wel as in a day of peace; He was never more nor better then a mere outside professor, who does not hold fast his profession in a day of trouble as well as in a day of peace; pns31 vbds av-x av-dc cc jc cs dt j n1-an n1, r-crq vdz xx vvi av-j po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15389 in the greatest distresse, as wel as in the highest successe and triumph of the people of God in this world. in the greatest distress, as well as in the highest success and triumph of the people of God in this world. p-acp dt js n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2489 Page 773
15390 To shut up this poynt and observation, I shall only give three or foure considerations, which may move all to take heed of hypocrisie. To shut up this point and observation, I shall only give three or foure considerations, which may move all to take heed of hypocrisy. pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 cc n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd cc crd n2, r-crq vmb vvi d pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2490 Page 773
15391 Christ saith ( Luke 12.1.) Beware of the Leven of the Pharisees which is hypocrisie. christ Says (Luke 12.1.) Beware of the Leven of the Pharisees which is hypocrisy. np1 vvz (np1 crd.) vvb pp-f dt crd pp-f dt np2 r-crq vbz n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2490 Page 773
15392 As Leven sowres the whole lump of bread, so do•h hypocrisie both the persons and conversations of those who are infected with it. As Leven sours the Whole lump of bred, so do•h hypocrisy both the Persons and conversations of those who Are infected with it. p-acp crd n2-j dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, av j n1 av-d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2490 Page 773
15393 First, Beware of hypocrisie, or of hiding what you are, for what you are, doth alwayes appeare to God, though not to men; First, Beware of hypocrisy, or of hiding what you Are, for what you Are, does always appear to God, though not to men; ord, vvb pp-f n1, cc pp-f vvg r-crq pn22 vbr, p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr, vdz av vvi p-acp np1, cs xx p-acp n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 773
15394 All things are naked and manifest unto the eyes of him with whom we have to doe (Heb: 4.13.) though we are painted over, All things Are naked and manifest unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do (Hebrew: 4.13.) though we Are painted over, d n2 vbr j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi (n1: crd.) cs pns12 vbr vvn a-acp, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15395 though we are cloaked, and hooded, and vizarded with pretences, yet we are naked before the eye of God. though we Are cloaked, and hooded, and vizarded with pretences, yet we Are naked before the eye of God. cs pns12 vbr vvn, cc j-vvn, cc vvn p-acp n2, av pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15396 And that was the argument with which God pressed Abraham to beware of hypocrisie ( Gen: 17.1.) Walke before me and be thou perfect; And that was the argument with which God pressed Abraham to beware of hypocrisy (Gen: 17.1.) Walk before me and be thou perfect; cc cst vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 (np1: crd.) vvb p-acp pno11 cc vbb pns21 j; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15397 that is, remember thou art alwayes in my eye and sight, therefore take heed of falsenesse and insincerity. that is, Remember thou art always in my eye and sighed, Therefore take heed of falseness and insincerity. cst vbz, vvb pns21 vb2r av p-acp po11 n1 cc n1, av vvb n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15398 We use to say, There is no halting before a Criple; Criples know whether yours be a fained or reall lamenesse. We use to say, There is no halting before a Cripple; Cripples know whither yours be a feigned or real lameness. pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, a-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp dt n1; n2 vvb cs png22 vbb dt j-vvn cc j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15399 O take heed of halting before God, he knoweth how it is with you, he knoweth the temper of your soules, O take heed of halting before God, he Knoweth how it is with you, he Knoweth the temper of your Souls, sy vvb n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, pns31 vvz c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pn22, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15400 as wel as the body of your conversations; as well as the body of your conversations; c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15401 he doth not only know what you doe, but with what aimes, with what heart and purpose you doe it. he does not only know what you do, but with what aims, with what heart and purpose you do it. pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi r-crq pn22 vdb, cc-acp p-acp q-crq vvz, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pn22 vdb pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15402 Paul sayd (1 Thes. 2.5.) We have not used a cloake of covetousnesse, God is witnesse. Paul said (1 Thebes 2.5.) We have not used a cloak of covetousness, God is witness. np1 vvd (vvd np1 crd.) pns12 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vbz n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15403 As if he had sayd, God will quickly see through us, and find out our covetousnesse, As if he had said, God will quickly see through us, and find out our covetousness, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, np1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno12, cc vvi av po12 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15404 though we cover it with never so thicke or faire a cloake of devotional professions. though we cover it with never so thick or fair a cloak of devotional professions. cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp av av j cc j dt n1 pp-f j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2491 Page 774
15405 Secondly, Consider, as the Lord seeth through you, so he will make you throughly seene, he will make you knowne or unmaske you before men one time or other. Secondly, Consider, as the Lord sees through you, so he will make you thoroughly seen, he will make you known or unmask you before men one time or other. ord, vvb, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22, av pns31 vmb vvi pn22 av-j vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 vvn cc vvi pn22 p-acp n2 crd n1 cc n-jn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15406 As he will bring forth the righteousnesse of a godly man as the light (after it hath been long hid under the darknesse of uncharitable suspitions or false accusations) and his just dealing as the noone day, Psal: 37.6.) so he will bring forth the unrighteousnesse of a hypocrite as the light, As he will bring forth the righteousness of a godly man as the Light (After it hath been long hid under the darkness of uncharitable suspicions or false accusations) and his just dealing as the noon day, Psalm: 37.6.) so he will bring forth the unrighteousness of a hypocrite as the Light, p-acp pns31 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j (c-acp pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc j n2) cc po31 j n-vvg p-acp dt n1 n1, np1: crd.) av pns31 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15407 and his false-dealing as the noone-day, though it have layne hid a while under the cloake and faire colours of the most pious semblances and protestations. and his false-dealing as the noonday, though it have lain hid a while under the cloak and fair colours of the most pious semblances and protestations. cc po31 j c-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vhb vvn vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f dt av-ds j n2 cc n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15408 God loves to uncase hypocrites, because he is a God of truth; and because it magnifieth his truth, justice, and omniscience to do so. God loves to uncase Hypocrites, Because he is a God of truth; and Because it magnifieth his truth, Justice, and omniscience to do so. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi n2, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; cc c-acp pn31 vvz po31 n1, n1, cc n1 pc-acp vdi av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15410 they make faire shewes in religion, through restraining grace, and as soone as that bridle of restraining grace is let loose, that very shew is gone, they make fair shows in Religion, through restraining grace, and as soon as that bridle of restraining grace is let lose, that very show is gone, pns32 vvb j n2 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg n1, cc c-acp av c-acp d n1 pp-f vvg n1 vbz vvn j, cst j n1 vbz vvn, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15411 and they shew plainly what they are. The closest designing hypocrites, often prove open Apostates; and they show plainly what they Are. The closest designing Hypocrites, often prove open Apostates; cc pns32 vvb av-j r-crq pns32 vbr. dt js vvg n2, av vvb j n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15412 and though some may abide long, (possibly as long as they live) in this vaine shew or forme of Godliness, without discovering their rottenness, and though Some may abide long, (possibly as long as they live) in this vain show or Form of Godliness, without discovering their rottenness, cc cs d vmb vvi av-j, (av-j c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb) p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg po32 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15413 yet at last their rottenness shall be discovered: yet At last their rottenness shall be discovered: av p-acp ord po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15414 for as Solomon assureth us ( Eccles: 12.14.) God will bring every worke to Judgement, for as Solomon assureth us (Eccles: 12.14.) God will bring every work to Judgement, c-acp c-acp np1 vvz pno12 (np1: crd.) np1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15415 and every secret thing, whether it be good or whether it be evill. and every secret thing, whither it be good or whither it be evil. cc d j-jn n1, cs pn31 vbb j cc cs pn31 vbb j-jn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 774
15416 Or as the Apostle hath it, (1 Cor: 4.5.) He will discover the secrets of the heart, Or as the Apostle hath it, (1 Cor: 4.5.) He will discover the secrets of the heart, cc p-acp dt n1 vhz pn31, (crd fw-la: crd.) pns31 vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 775
15417 and bring to light the hidden things of darknesse; and bring to Light the hidden things of darkness; cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 775
15418 which, what are they, but the hypocriticall designings of men? We say, murder will out, and 'tis as true, Hypocrisie will out. The Lord many times brings it out to the shame of hypocrites in this life, which, what Are they, but the hypocritical designings of men? We say, murder will out, and it's as true, Hypocrisy will out. The Lord many times brings it out to the shame of Hypocrites in this life, r-crq, q-crq vbr pns32, cc-acp dt j n2-vvg pp-f n2? pns12 vvb, n1 vmb av, cc pn31|vbz c-acp j, n1 vmb av. dt n1 d n2 vvz pn31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 775
15419 and he will bring it out to the confusion of all their faces, in that great day, and he will bring it out to the confusion of all their faces, in that great day, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2, p-acp cst j n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 775
15420 when the secrets of all hearts shall be revealed. Thirdly, Take heed of this designing hypocrisie; when the secrets of all hearts shall be revealed. Thirdly, Take heed of this designing hypocrisy; c-crq dt n2-jn pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn. ord, vvb n1 pp-f d vvg n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2492 Page 775
15421 for as all who continue in it shall be discovered, so usually they continue in it; for as all who continue in it shall be discovered, so usually they continue in it; c-acp c-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, av av-j pns32 vvb p-acp pn31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15422 your plotting cunning hypocrites, are very rarely converted. Simple hypocrites (in the notion toucht before) are often converted; your plotting cunning Hypocrites, Are very rarely converted. Simple Hypocrites (in the notion touched before) Are often converted; po22 vvg j-jn n2, vbr av av-j vvn. j n2 (p-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp) vbr av vvn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15423 all unconverted persons that make any profession in religion are hypocrites, and many of them are simple ones, they hope all is well with them, all unconverted Persons that make any profession in Religion Are Hypocrites, and many of them Are simple ones, they hope all is well with them, d vvn n2 cst vvb d n1 p-acp n1 vbr n2, cc d pp-f pno32 vbr j pi2, pns32 vvb d vbz av p-acp pno32, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15424 and that they have grace, though they have it not, these are often converted, but gross designing hypocrites, of what rank or degree soever, are rarely converted. and that they have grace, though they have it not, these Are often converted, but gross designing Hypocrites, of what rank or degree soever, Are rarely converted. cc cst pns32 vhb n1, cs pns32 vhb pn31 xx, d vbr av vvn, cc-acp j vvg n2, pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 av, vbr av-j vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15425 This is it which Christ said to the Pharisees, ( Matth. 21.31.) Publicans and Harlots enter into the Kingdome of heaven before you; This is it which christ said to the Pharisees, (Matthew 21.31.) Publicans and Harlots enter into the Kingdom of heaven before you; d vbz pn31 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt np2, (np1 crd.) np1 cc n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15426 Publicans were the worst sort of men, and harlots were the worst sort of women, yet these repented and received the Gospel sooner then the hypocritical Pharisees. Publicans were the worst sort of men, and harlots were the worst sort of women, yet these repented and received the Gospel sooner then the hypocritical Pharisees. n2 vbdr dt js n1 pp-f n2, cc n2 vbdr dt js n1 pp-f n2, av d vvd cc vvd dt n1 av-c cs dt j np2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15427 The Evangelist made a like report of them ( Luke 7.29, 30.) All the people (that is, the common sort of people) that heard him, and the Publicans, justified God, being baptized with the baptisme of John, The Evangelist made a like report of them (Lycia 7.29, 30.) All the people (that is, the Common sort of people) that herd him, and the Publicans, justified God, being baptised with the Baptism of John, dt np1 vvd dt j n1 pp-f pno32 (av crd, crd) d dt n1 (cst vbz, dt j n1 pp-f n1) d vvd pno31, cc dt n2, vvn np1, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15428 but the Pharisees and Lawyers rejected the counsel of God against themselves, being not baptized of him; but the Pharisees and Lawyers rejected the counsel of God against themselves, being not baptised of him; cc-acp dt np2 cc n2 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp px32, vbg xx vvn pp-f pno31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15429 yea, as Christ speaks in the next words, they were piped to, but they would not dance; yea, as christ speaks in the next words, they were piped to, but they would not dance; uh, c-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt ord n2, pns32 vbdr vvd p-acp, cc-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15430 they were wept to, but they would not mourn. All those various dispensations of the Gospel were fruitless to them; they were wept to, but they would not mourn. All those various dispensations of the Gospel were fruitless to them; pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp, cc-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi. av-d d j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr j p-acp pno32; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15431 neither a more pleasing nor a more severe Ministery won any thing upon that generation of designing hypocrites. neither a more pleasing nor a more severe Ministry wone any thing upon that generation of designing Hypocrites. av-dx dt av-dc j-vvg cc dt av-dc j n1 vvd d n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2493 Page 775
15432 Fourthly, consider, As hypocrites are hateful to God, so God will deal with them accordingly; Fourthly, Consider, As Hypocrites Are hateful to God, so God will deal with them accordingly; ord, vvb, c-acp n2 vbr j p-acp np1, av np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av-vvg; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 775
15433 he will for ever separate them from his presence, and cast them out of his sight. he will for ever separate them from his presence, and cast them out of his sighed. pns31 vmb p-acp av vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd pno32 av pp-f po31 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 775
15434 A hypocrite hath a double minde, a divided heart; A hypocrite hath a double mind, a divided heart; dt n1 vhz dt j-jn n1, dt j-vvn n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 775
15435 he is not half enough for God, (indeed he is nothing at all for God) and he is too much, he is not half enough for God, (indeed he is nothing At all for God) and he is too much, pns31 vbz xx j-jn av-d p-acp np1, (av pns31 vbz pix p-acp d c-acp np1) cc pns31 vbz av av-d, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 775
15436 yea altogether for himself, and therefore he shall have no hing at all of God, not so much as a sight of him. yea altogether for himself, and Therefore he shall have no hing At all of God, not so much as a sighed of him. uh av p-acp px31, cc av pns31 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp d pp-f np1, xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 775
15437 It is said in the 1•th of Job, The hypocrite shall not come before him: Such as we hate, we cannot endure they should come in our sight: It is said in the 1•th of Job, The hypocrite shall not come before him: Such as we hate, we cannot endure they should come in our sighed: pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31: d c-acp pns12 vvb, pns12 vmbx vvi pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n1: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 775
15438 'Tis a sutable judgement, that they who have so often come before God with false hearts, It's a suitable judgement, that they who have so often come before God with false hearts, pn31|vbz dt j n1, cst pns32 r-crq vhb av av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 776
15439 and mocked him with a seeming desire of being in his presence, should at last be thrust for ever out of his presence. and mocked him with a seeming desire of being in his presence, should At last be thrust for ever out of his presence. cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f vbg p-acp po31 n1, vmd p-acp ord vbi vvn p-acp av av pp-f po31 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 776
15440 'Tis the portion of an hypocrite to have no portion in God, of whom he hath made such a boasting profession. It's the portion of an hypocrite to have no portion in God, of whom he hath made such a boasting profession. pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp np1, pp-f ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn d dt j-vvg n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 776
15441 When the worst of punishments is spoken of, it is called the hypocrites portion ( Math: 24.51.) Give them their portion with hypocrites in the Lake that burnes with fire and brimstone. When the worst of punishments is spoken of, it is called the Hypocrites portion (Math: 24.51.) Give them their portion with Hypocrites in the Lake that burns with fire and brimstone. c-crq dt js pp-f n2 vbz vvn pp-f, pn31 vbz vvn dt n2 n1 (np1: crd.) vvb pno32 po32 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 776
15442 Hypocrites are spoken of as if they were the free-holders of hell, or as if all other sinners that shall goe to hell were but as inmates, Hypocrites Are spoken of as if they were the freeholders of hell, or as if all other Sinners that shall go to hell were but as inmates, n2 vbr vvn pp-f c-acp cs pns32 vbdr dt j pp-f n1, cc c-acp cs d j-jn n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp n1 vbdr cc-acp c-acp n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 776
15443 and they the grand tenants of hell. and they the grand tenants of hell. cc pns32 dt j n2 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 776
15444 Consider how miserable a thing it is to be an hypocrite, if this be the portion of hypocrites, to have no portion in God. Consider how miserable a thing it is to be an hypocrite, if this be the portion of Hypocrites, to have no portion in God. np1 c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1, cs d vbb dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp np1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 776
15445 And as they shall not reigne at all in the glory of the next world, And as they shall not Reign At all in the glory of the next world, cc c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 776
15446 so they are sometimes checkt (saith the text) from reigning in the glory of this world. That the hypocrite reigne not. so they Are sometime checked (Says the text) from reigning in the glory of this world. That the hypocrite Reign not. av pns32 vbr av vvn (vvz dt n1) p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. cst dt n1 vvi xx. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2494 Page 776
15447 Reigning, as was shewed before, being strictly taken, is the exercise of supreame power, and in a large sense may signifie the exercise of any power, Reigning, as was showed before, being strictly taken, is the exercise of supreme power, and in a large sense may signify the exercise of any power, vvg, c-acp vbds vvn a-acp, vbg av-j vvn, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2495 Page 776
15448 or a state of great prosperity. Hence note, Secondly. Hypocrites are high minded, and look after great things. or a state of great Prosperity. Hence note, Secondly. Hypocrites Are high minded, and look After great things. cc dt n1 pp-f j n1. av vvi, ord. n2 vbr av-j vvn, cc vvb p-acp j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2495 Page 776
15449 David was a king, he reigned over Israel, but it was not his owne ambition, but the election of God, and his anointing, which brought him to the throne. David was a King, he reigned over Israel, but it was not his own ambition, but the election of God, and his anointing, which brought him to the throne. np1 vbds dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp np1, p-acp pn31 vbds xx po31 d n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 vvg, r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2497 Page 776
15450 He could say of himselfe ( Psal: 131.1.) Lord my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty: He could say of himself (Psalm: 131.1.) Lord my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty: pns31 vmd vvi pp-f px31 (np1: crd.) n1 po11 n1 vbz xx j, ccx po11 n2 j: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2497 Page 776
15451 neither doe I exercise my selfe in great matters, or in things too high for me. neither do I exercise my self in great matters, or in things too high for me. av-dx vdb pns11 vvi po11 n1 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp n2 av j c-acp pno11. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2497 Page 776
15452 Though David was high in his person and state, yet his spirit was not high; nor was his spirit for high things, only God placed him on high. Though David was high in his person and state, yet his Spirit was not high; nor was his Spirit for high things, only God placed him on high. cs np1 vbds j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, av po31 n1 vbds xx j; ccx vbds po31 n1 p-acp j n2, j np1 vvd pno31 p-acp j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2497 Page 776
15453 But here we see the hypocrite is climbing and getting to the top of the staires, he is ascending even to the throne. But Here we see the hypocrite is climbing and getting to the top of the stairs, he is ascending even to the throne. p-acp av pns12 vvb dt n1 vbz vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pns31 vbz vvg av p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2497 Page 776
15454 Hypocrites are proud of that nothing which they have and are in spiritualls, and they would have all, they would get high, they would be highest in temporalls. Hypocrites Are proud of that nothing which they have and Are in spirituals, and they would have all, they would get high, they would be highest in temporals. n2 vbr j pp-f cst pix r-crq pns32 vhb cc vbr p-acp n2, cc pns32 vmd vhi d, pns32 vmd vvi j, pns32 vmd vbi av-js p-acp n2-jn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2497 Page 776
15455 There are two lusts which usually reigne in hypocrites, and both of them respect the world. There Are two Lustiest which usually Reign in Hypocrites, and both of them respect the world. pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq av-j vvi p-acp n2, cc d pp-f pno32 vvi dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2497 Page 776
15456 First, The lust of covetousnesse, which is an inordinate desire of getting and keeping the riches of this world. First, The lust of covetousness, which is an inordinate desire of getting and keeping the riches of this world. ord, dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg dt n2 pp-f d n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2498 Page 776
15457 The Pharisees all the Gospel over are taxed for hypocrites; The Pharisees all the Gospel over Are taxed for Hypocrites; dt np2 d dt n1 a-acp vbr vvn p-acp n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2498 Page 777
15458 and when Christ had preached that parable of the unjust Steward, concluding with this sentence, Ye cannot serve God and Mammon; and when christ had preached that parable of the unjust Steward, concluding with this sentence, You cannot serve God and Mammon; cc c-crq np1 vhd vvn d n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg p-acp d n1, pn22 vmbx vvi np1 cc np1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2498 Page 777
15459 The Evangelist telleth us ( Luke 16.14.) The Pharisees also who were covetous, heard all these things, and they derided him. Covetousnesse and hypocrisie goe together; The Evangelist Telleth us (Lycia 16.14.) The Pharisees also who were covetous, herd all these things, and they derided him. Covetousness and hypocrisy go together; dt np1 vvz pno12 (av crd.) dt np2 av r-crq vbdr j, vvd d d n2, cc pns32 vvn pno31. n1 cc n1 vvb av; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2498 Page 777
15460 They who have no true hungrings and thirstings after the things of heaven, are most hungry and thirsty after earthly things. They who have no true hungerings and thirstings After the things of heaven, Are most hungry and thirsty After earthly things. pns32 r-crq vhb dx j n2-vvg cc n2-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbr av-ds j cc j p-acp j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2498 Page 777
15461 We finde Job in the 27th Chapter of this Booke ( v. 8.) speaking of the hypocrites gaine; We find Job in the 27th Chapter of this Book (v. 8.) speaking of the Hypocrites gain; pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 (n1 crd) vvg pp-f dt n2 vvb; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2498 Page 777
15462 What is the hope of the hypocrite, though he hath gained, when God taketh away his soule; What is the hope of the hypocrite, though he hath gained, when God Takes away his soul; r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns31 vhz vvn, c-crq np1 vvz av po31 n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2498 Page 777
15463 which implyeth that the hypocrite is a great aimer at worldly gaine. which Implies that the hypocrite is a great aimer At worldly gain. r-crq vvz d dt n1 vbz dt j fw-fr p-acp j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2498 Page 777
15464 The second predominant lust of the hypocrite is, ambition, or desire of getting to the upper end of the world. The second predominant lust of the hypocrite is, ambition, or desire of getting to the upper end of the world. dt ord j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, n1, cc n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15465 Christ chargeth the hypocriticall Pharisees with this lust also ( Math: 23.6. Mark 12.39.) They love the uppermost roomes at feasts, and the highest seats in the Synagogues. christ charges the hypocritical Pharisees with this lust also (Math: 23.6. Mark 12.39.) They love the uppermost rooms At feasts, and the highest seats in the Synagogues. np1 vvz dt j np2 p-acp d n1 av (np1: crd. vvb crd.) pns32 vvb dt j n2 p-acp n2, cc dt js n2 p-acp dt n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15466 They are all to be uppermost, they must have the uppermost roomes at feasts, and the highest seats in the Synagogue, both in Civill and Church-meetings; They Are all to be uppermost, they must have the uppermost rooms At feasts, and the highest seats in the Synagogue, both in Civil and church-meetings; pns32 vbr av-d pc-acp vbi j, pns32 vmb vhi dt j n2 p-acp n2, cc dt js n2 p-acp dt n1, av-d p-acp j cc n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15467 hypocrites affected superiority, or, Diotrephes - like, to have the preheminence, and (which was another symptome of ambition) they (saith Christ) love greetings in the market place, Hypocrites affected superiority, or, Diotrephes - like, to have the pre-eminence, and (which was Another Symptom of ambition) they (Says christ) love greetings in the market place, n2 vvn n1, cc, np1 - zz, pc-acp vhi dt n1, cc (r-crq vbds j-jn n1 pp-f n1) pno32 (vvz np1) vvb n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15468 and to be called Rabbi, Rabbi, which is a title of greatness and mastership. and to be called Rabbi, Rabbi, which is a title of greatness and mastership. cc pc-acp vbi vvn n1, np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15469 Yea many hypocrites would not only have the uppermost seats at feasts, and in the Synagogues, Yea many Hypocrites would not only have the uppermost seats At feasts, and in the Synagogues, uh d n2 vmd xx av-j vhi dt j n2 p-acp n2, cc p-acp dt n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15470 but the very uppermost seats in Nations & Common-wealths; but the very uppermost seats in nations & Commonwealths; cc-acp dt j j n2 p-acp n2 cc n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15471 They sometimes affect to be the head, who are worse then the tayle of all the people. They sometime affect to be the head, who Are Worse then the tail of all the people. pns32 av vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1, r-crq vbr jc cs dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15472 There are hypocrites of all ranks, and among all degrees of men, some of low degree are in a very high degree of hypocrisie; There Are Hypocrites of all ranks, and among all Degrees of men, Some of low degree Are in a very high degree of hypocrisy; pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f d n2, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, d pp-f j n1 vbr p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15473 There are hypocrites in raggs and in russet, there are hypocrites also in scarlet and in purple; There Are Hypocrites in rags and in russet, there Are Hypocrites also in scarlet and in purple; pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp n2 cc p-acp j-jn, pc-acp vbr n2 av p-acp j-jn cc p-acp j-jn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15474 hypocrisie may reigne in and among those that reigne. hypocrisy may Reign in and among those that Reign. n1 vmb vvi p-acp cc p-acp d cst n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15475 It is a maxime which some Princes have held out to all the world, as the rule of their reigning; It is a maxim which Some Princes have held out to all the world, as the Rule of their reigning; pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq d n2 vhb vvn av p-acp d dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-vvg; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15476 He that knoweth not how to dissemble, knows not how to reigne. He that Knoweth not how to dissemble, knows not how to Reign. pns31 cst vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi, vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15477 Dissimulation is a great part of hypocrisie, there is dissimulation both as to the things of God, and the things of men; Dissimulation is a great part of hypocrisy, there is dissimulation both as to the things of God, and the things of men; n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz n1 av-d c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15478 Some if they knew not how to dissemble in both (at least) with men, would not believe that they knew how to rule over, or governe men. some if they knew not how to dissemble in both (At least) with men, would not believe that they knew how to Rule over, or govern men. d cs pns32 vvd xx c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp d (p-acp ds) p-acp n2, vmd xx vvi cst pns32 vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvi n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 777
15479 Now as many who are great, and in power, make little conscience to dissemble, or make use of hypocrisie, to carry on their government, and secure themselves; Now as many who Are great, and in power, make little conscience to dissemble, or make use of hypocrisy, to carry on their government, and secure themselves; av c-acp d r-crq vbr j, cc p-acp n1, vvb j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi px32; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 778
15480 so most hypocrites have a mind, and will use all meanes (not forbearing those which are bad enough) to get into power, and make themselves great. so most Hypocrites have a mind, and will use all means (not forbearing those which Are bad enough) to get into power, and make themselves great. av ds n2 vhb dt n1, cc vmb vvi d n2 (xx vvg d r-crq vbr j av-d) pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi px32 j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 778
15481 The spirit of hypocrisie is an aspiring spirit. Againe, Elihu saith, That the hypocrite reigne not, lest the people be ensnared; The Spirit of hypocrisy is an aspiring Spirit. Again, Elihu Says, That the hypocrite Reign not, lest the people be Ensnared; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. av, np1 vvz, cst dt n1 vvi xx, cs dt n1 vbb vvn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2499 Page 778
15482 here's not one word of the good government or protection of the people, which should be the maine businesse of those that reigne; here's not one word of the good government or protection of the people, which should be the main business of those that Reign; av|vbz xx pi n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f d cst n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2500 Page 778
15483 The text speaks only of snares; That the hypocrite reigne not, lest the people be ensnared. Hence observe; Thirdly. The text speaks only of snares; That the hypocrite Reign not, lest the people be Ensnared. Hence observe; Thirdly. dt n1 vvz av-j pp-f n2; cst dt n1 vvi xx, cs dt n1 vbb vvn. av vvi; ord. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2500 Page 778
15484 Hypocrites getting into power, doe either secretly or openly wrong and oppresse the people. They lay snares for them in stead of being shields to them. Hypocrites getting into power, do either secretly or openly wrong and oppress the people. They lay snares for them in stead of being shields to them. n2 vvg p-acp n1, vdb av-d av-jn cc av-j vvi cc vvi dt n1. pns32 vvb n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f vbg n2 p-acp pno32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2501 Page 778
15485 Hypocrites in power, ensnare chiefly two wayes. First, By their ill example, there is a great snare in that; Hypocrites in power, ensnare chiefly two ways. First, By their ill Exampl, there is a great snare in that; n2 p-acp n1, vvi av-jn crd n2. ord, p-acp po32 j-jn n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2502 Page 778
15486 Inferiors are very apt to be formed up according to their mould and manners who are above them; Inferiors Are very apt to be formed up according to their mould and manners who Are above them; n2-jn vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp vvg p-acp po32 n1 cc n2 r-crq vbr p-acp pno32; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2503 Page 778
15487 the example of Kings and Princes are seldome unconformed to by their Subjects. the Exampl of Kings and Princes Are seldom unconformed to by their Subject's. dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vbr av vvn p-acp p-acp po32 n2-jn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2503 Page 778
15488 There is a great power in example, what is done perswades, as wel as what is spoken. There is a great power in Exampl, what is done persuades, as well as what is spoken. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz vdn vvz, c-acp av p-acp r-crq vbz vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2503 Page 778
15489 And the errors of those that rule, become rules of error; And the errors of those that Rule, become rules of error; np1 dt n2 pp-f d cst n1, vvb n2 pp-f n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2503 Page 778
15490 men sin with a kind of authority, through the sins of those who are in authority. men sin with a kind of Authority, through the Sins of those who Are in Authority. n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vbr p-acp n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2503 Page 778
15491 Jeroboam made Israel to sin, not only by commanding them to worship the Calves at Dan and Bethel, but by commending that Idolatous worship to them in his owne practise and example. Jeroboam made Israel to since, not only by commanding them to worship the Calves At Dan and Bethel, but by commending that Idolatous worship to them in his own practice and Exampl. np1 vvd np1 p-acp n1, xx av-j p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp uh cc np1, p-acp p-acp vvg d j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2503 Page 778
15492 Secondly, They ensnare the people by sinfull and bad Lawes; Secondly, They ensnare the people by sinful and bad Laws; ord, pns32 vvi dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 778
15493 The Prophet denounceth a woe distinctly unto men of severall ranks and places ( Hos: 5.1.) Heare ye this, O Priests, The Prophet Denounceth a woe distinctly unto men of several ranks and places (Hos: 5.1.) Hear you this, Oh Priests, dt n1 vvz dt n1 av-j p-acp n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2 (np1: crd.) vvb pn22 d, uh n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 778
15494 and hearken ye house of Israel, and give ye eare, O house of the King; he directs his speech, in that three-fold division; First, to the Priests; and harken you house of Israel, and give you ear, Oh house of the King; he directs his speech, in that threefold division; First, to the Priests; cc vvb pn22 n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb pn22 n1, uh n1 pp-f dt n1; pns31 vvz po31 n1, p-acp cst j n1; ord, p-acp dt n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 778
15495 Secondly, to the body of the people; Secondly, to the body of the people; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 778
15496 Thirdly, and chiefly to the house of the King, why to the house of the King? Because ye have been a snare on Mizpah, Thirdly, and chiefly to the house of the King, why to the house of the King? Because you have been a snare on Mizpah, ord, cc av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? c-acp pn22 vhb vbn dt n1 p-acp np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 778
15497 and a net spread upon Tabor. That Scripture may be interpreted; First, as an allusion to such as were wont to hunt upon those mountaines; and a net spread upon Tabor. That Scripture may be interpreted; First, as an allusion to such as were wont to hunt upon those Mountains; cc dt n1 vvn p-acp n1. cst n1 vmb vbi vvn; ord, c-acp dt n1 p-acp d c-acp vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 778
15498 Mizpah and Tabor were famous places for hunting, there they were wont to set netts, and lay snares to catch their game; Mizpah and Tabor were famous places for hunting, there they were wont to Set nets, and lay snares to catch their game; np1 cc n1 vbdr j n2 p-acp vvg, a-acp pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi n2, cc vvd n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 778
15499 now, saith the Prophet, ye have been even like hunters spreading netts and laying snares. now, Says the Prophet, you have been even like Hunters spreading nets and laying snares. av, vvz dt n1, pn22 vhb vbn av j n2 vvg n2 cc vvg n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 778
15500 Nimrod is called a mighty hunter before God; He was a hunter of men more then of wild beasts. Nimrod is called a mighty hunter before God; He was a hunter of men more then of wild beasts. np1 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp np1; pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n2 av-dc cs pp-f j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15501 Now, look what nets and snares are to wild beasts, the same are sinfull lawes to the consciences of honest and upright-hearted men. Now, look what nets and snares Are to wild beasts, the same Are sinful laws to the Consciences of honest and upright-hearted men. av, vvb r-crq n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp j n2, dt d vbr j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15502 And it is wel conceived that the Prophet there referrs to those ensnaring Lawes made by Jeroboam and the succeeding Princes in the Kingdome of Israel, whereby they endeavoured to draw off the people of God from his true worship, And it is well conceived that the Prophet there refers to those ensnaring Laws made by Jeroboam and the succeeding Princes in the Kingdom of Israel, whereby they endeavoured to draw off the people of God from his true worship, cc pn31 vbz av vvn cst dt n1 a-acp vvz p-acp d j-vvg n2 vvn p-acp np1 cc dt j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15503 and vexed those who kept close to it. and vexed those who kept close to it. cc vvd d r-crq vvd av-j p-acp pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15504 Secondly, some expound those words, Ye have been a snare on Mizpah, and a net spread upon Tabor, to signifie their setting spies upon those mountaines to watch and so to give information, who went to the solemne feasts, that so they might be proceeded against according to those ensnaring Laws. Secondly, Some expound those words, You have been a snare on Mizpah, and a net spread upon Tabor, to signify their setting spies upon those Mountains to watch and so to give information, who went to the solemn feasts, that so they might be proceeded against according to those ensnaring Laws. ord, d vvb d n2, pn22 vhb vbn dt n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po32 j-vvg n2 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi cc av pc-acp vvi n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt j n2, cst av pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg p-acp d j-vvg n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15505 Which way soever we take it, 'tis cleare, that Scripture reproves and threatens Judgement against the Priests and Apostatizing people of Israel, complying with if not provoking the the ruling powers to trouble those who could not digest the Idolatrous worship set up by Jeroboam at Dan & Bethel, upon a politique consideration, Which Way soever we take it, it's clear, that Scripture reproves and threatens Judgement against the Priests and Apostatizing people of Israel, complying with if not provoking thee the ruling Powers to trouble those who could not digest the Idolatrous worship Set up by Jeroboam At Dan & Bethel, upon a politic consideration, r-crq n1 av pns12 vvb pn31, pn31|vbz j, cst n1 vvz cc vvz n1 p-acp dt n2 cc vvg n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp cs xx vvg pno32 dt j-vvg n2 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vmd xx vvi dt j n1 vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp uh cc np1, p-acp dt j n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15506 lest the people going to Jerusalem, should fall off from him, and weaken the kingdome of Israel in his hand. lest the people going to Jerusalem, should fallen off from him, and weaken the Kingdom of Israel in his hand. cs dt n1 vvg p-acp np1, vmd vvi a-acp p-acp pno31, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15507 Another Prophet complained ( Mic: 6.16.) The Statutes of Omri are kept. another Prophet complained (Mic: 6.16.) The Statutes of Omri Are kept. j-jn n1 vvd (j: crd.) dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15508 Omri was a king of Israel, a successor of Jeroboam both in his power and hypocrisie, he also pretended a zeale for the worship of God after his owne devising, Omri was a King of Israel, a successor of Jeroboam both in his power and hypocrisy, he also pretended a zeal for the worship of God After his own devising, np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 d p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 av vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 d vvg, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15509 and therefore made ensnaring Statutes to entangle those that were sincere, and persevered in the true worship which the Statutes of God appoynted. and Therefore made ensnaring Statutes to entangle those that were sincere, and persevered in the true worship which the Statutes of God appointed. cc av vvd j-vvg n2 pc-acp vvi d cst vbdr j, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15510 The Prophet speakes of a strange kind of bridle, or of a bridle used for an unusuall purpose ( Isa. 30.28.) There shall be a bridle in the jawes of the people causing them to erre. The Prophet speaks of a strange kind of bridle, or of a bridle used for an unusual purpose (Isaiah 30.28.) There shall be a bridle in the Jaws of the people causing them to err. dt n1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 (np1 crd.) a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15511 A bridle is put upon the head of a horse or mule, as David speaks ( Psal: 32.9.) not to cause either to erre or goe out of the way, A bridle is put upon the head of a horse or mule, as David speaks (Psalm: 32.9.) not to cause either to err or go out of the Way, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, c-acp np1 vvz (np1: crd.) xx pc-acp vvi av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi av pp-f dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15512 but to keep them in the way. but to keep them in the Way. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15513 'Tis evident by the context of this Chapter, as also by the expresse text of the 37th Chapter ( v. 29.) that this bridle was the Lords power against Senacharib and his host, whereby as with a bridle in their jawes he diverted them from their purpose of besiedging Jerusalem. 'Tis a truth also (to which we may warrantably enough apply those words of the Prophet in a way of allusion) that good lawes are like a bridle in the jawes of a people, the multitude or the most would else be like headstrong horses, It's evident by the context of this Chapter, as also by the express text of the 37th Chapter (v. 29.) that this bridle was the lords power against Senacharib and his host, whereby as with a bridle in their Jaws he diverted them from their purpose of besieging Jerusalem. It's a truth also (to which we may warrantably enough apply those words of the Prophet in a Way of allusion) that good laws Are like a bridle in the Jaws of a people, the multitude or the most would Else be like headstrong Horses, pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt ord n1 (n1 crd) cst d n1 vbds dt ng1 n1 p-acp uh cc po31 n1, c-crq c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vvn pno32 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f vvg np1. pn31|vbz dt n1 av (p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb av-j av-d vvi d n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) cst j n2 vbr av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cc dt av-ds vmd av vbi av-j j n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15514 if authority did not keep them in. 'Tis a great mercy when Laws are as a bridle to keep us from erring, if Authority did not keep them in. It's a great mercy when Laws Are as a bridle to keep us from erring, cs n1 vdd xx vvi pno32 p-acp. pn31|vbz dt j n1 c-crq n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 779
15515 but 'tis sad when any Lawes are a bridle in the jawes of a people causing them to erre, or go out of the way of the Laws of God; but it's sad when any Laws Are a bridle in the Jaws of a people causing them to err, or go out of the Way of the Laws of God; cc-acp pn31|vbz j c-crq d n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc vvb av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 780
15516 such Laws are not (which all Lawes should be) rules, but snares. Such were the Lawes of Jeroboam, and the Statutes of Omri in Israel of old; such Laws Are not (which all Laws should be) rules, but snares. Such were the Laws of Jeroboam, and the Statutes of Omri in Israel of old; d n2 vbr xx (r-crq d n2 vmd vbi) vvz, cc-acp n2. d vbdr dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 pp-f j; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 780
15517 and what Nation is there that hath not had experience in one age, or other, of such Lawes as have been a bridle in their jawes causing them to erre, and what nation is there that hath not had experience in one age, or other, of such Laws as have been a bridle in their Jaws causing them to err, cc r-crq n1 vbz a-acp cst vhz xx vhn n1 p-acp crd n1, cc j-jn, pp-f d n2 c-acp vhb vbn dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 780
15518 or a snare to their souls and consciences? or a snare to their Souls and Consciences? cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2? (34) chapter (DIV2) 2504 Page 780
15519 Fourthly, When Elihu saith, That the hypocrite reigne not, lest the people be ensnared, he intends an act of divine wrath, upon hypocrites, abusing their power to the hurt of the people. Hence Note. Fourthly, When Elihu Says, That the hypocrite Reign not, lest the people be Ensnared, he intends an act of divine wrath, upon Hypocrites, abusing their power to the hurt of the people. Hence Note. ord, c-crq np1 vvz, cst dt n1 vvi xx, cs dt n1 vbb vvn, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp n2, vvg po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. av n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2505 Page 780
15520 God is highly displeased with Princes and Magistrates when they ensnare the people. God is highly displeased with Princes and Magistrates when they ensnare the people. np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 c-crq pns32 vvi dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2506 Page 780
15521 We read ( Isa. 3.12.) how the people of Israel were ensnared, and how the Lord was highly displeased with those who did ensnare them. We read (Isaiah 3.12.) how the people of Israel were Ensnared, and how the Lord was highly displeased with those who did ensnare them. pns12 vvb (np1 crd.) c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn, cc c-crq dt n1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp d r-crq vdd vvi pno32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15522 O my people, they which lead thee, cause thee to erre, and destroy the way of thy paths. Thy Leaders mislead thee. Oh my people, they which led thee, cause thee to err, and destroy the Way of thy paths. Thy Leaders mislead thee. uh po11 n1, pns32 r-crq vvb pno21, vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2. po21 n2 vvb pno21. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15523 There are two sorts of Leaders, First, Spiritual Leaders; There Are two sorts of Leaders, First, Spiritual Leaders; pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2, ord, j n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15524 the Ministers and Preachers of the Word now, as of old the Priests, Levites, and Prophets, were Leaders of the people (and somtimes proved their misleaders, Jer. 23.1.3.) in Spirituals. the Ministers and Preachers of the Word now, as of old the Priests, Levites, and prophets, were Leaders of the people (and sometimes proved their misleaders, Jer. 23.1.3.) in Spirituals. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 av, c-acp pp-f j dt n2, np2, cc n2, vbdr n2 pp-f dt n1 (cc av vvd po32 n2, np1 crd.) p-acp n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15525 Secondly, There are Leaders of the people in Civil things; such are all Princes and Magistrates. Secondly, There Are Leaders of the people in Civil things; such Are all Princes and Magistrates. ord, pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2; d vbr d n2 cc n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15526 We may understand that Text in the Prophet Isaiah, of both these Leaders; We may understand that Text in the Prophet Isaiah, of both these Leaders; pns12 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, pp-f d d n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15527 as if he had said, Thy Prophets and thy Princes mislead thee, and cause thee to erre; as if he had said, Thy prophets and thy Princes mislead thee, and cause thee to err; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, po21 n2 cc po21 n2 vvb pno21, cc vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15528 And therefore at ver. 14. of the same chapter, God declareth his displeasure against them, professing that he would enter into judgement with the Ancients of his people, and the Princes thereof. And Therefore At for. 14. of the same chapter, God Declareth his displeasure against them, professing that he would enter into judgement with the Ancients of his people, and the Princes thereof. cc av p-acp p-acp. crd pp-f dt d n1, np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32, vvg cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2-j pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n2 av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15529 The same Prophet Isaiah (chap. 9.16.) complains of the same thing again; The same Prophet Isaiah (chap. 9.16.) complains of the same thing again; dt d n1 np1 (n1 crd.) vvz pp-f dt d n1 av; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15530 The Leaders of this people cause them to erre, and they that are lead of them are destroyed. The Leaders of this people cause them to err, and they that Are led of them Are destroyed. dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc pns32 cst vbr vvn pp-f pno32 vbr vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15531 The Hebrew is, they that bless this people, (so we put it in the margin,) The Leaders of the people were so called, either because it was a part of their office, to pronounce the blessing upon the people; The Hebrew is, they that bless this people, (so we put it in the margin,) The Leaders of the people were so called, either Because it was a part of their office, to pronounce the blessing upon the people; dt njp vbz, pns32 cst vvb d n1, (av pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1,) dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr av vvn, av-d c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15532 or because the false Prophets used to sooth up the people in their sins; or Because the false prophets used to sooth up the people in their Sins; cc c-acp dt j n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15533 and (as another Prophet hath it) to sow pillows under their elbows, as if they were in a very blessed condition, and (as Another Prophet hath it) to sow pillows under their elbows, as if they were in a very blessed condition, cc (c-acp j-jn n1 vhz pn31) pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp dt j j-vvn n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 780
15534 and should do well enough, notwithstanding all the clamours of the true Prophets against them. and should do well enough, notwithstanding all the clamours of the true prophets against them. cc vmd vdi av av-d, c-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j n2 p-acp pno32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 781
15535 And so the latter words, they that are led of them, are sutable to the former in the Hebrew, being thus read in the margin, they that are called blessed of them; And so the latter words, they that Are led of them, Are suitable to the former in the Hebrew, being thus read in the margin, they that Are called blessed of them; cc av dt d n2, pns32 cst vbr vvn pp-f pno32, vbr j p-acp dt j p-acp dt njp, vbg av vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 cst vbr vvn j-vvn pp-f pno32; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 781
15536 that is, declared or assured by them to be in the right way, and so such as should come to a blessed end, that is, declared or assured by them to be in the right Way, and so such as should come to a blessed end, cst vbz, vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc av d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 781
15537 though indeed their end proved destruction. though indeed their end proved destruction. cs av po32 n1 vvd n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 781
15538 And if they who are misled (or called blessed) fall into destruction, surely their misleaders (who call them blessed) shall not escape. And if they who Are misled (or called blessed) fallen into destruction, surely their misleaders (who call them blessed) shall not escape. cc cs pns32 r-crq vbr vvn (cc vvn vvd) vvb p-acp n1, av-j po32 n2 (r-crq vvb pno32 vvd) vmb xx vvi. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 781
15539 If the blinde lead the blinde, both fall into the ditch, (Matth. 15.14.) only the blinde leader, If the blind led the blind, both fallen into the ditch, (Matthew 15.14.) only the blind leader, cs dt j vvi dt j, d n1 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) av-j dt j n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 781
15540 or misleader, shall fall deepest into it. Fifthly, Observe. or misleader, shall fallen Deepest into it. Fifthly, Observe. cc n1, vmb vvi js-jn p-acp pn31. ord, vvb. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2507 Page 781
15541 As God is displeased with the hypocrite when he useth his power to ensnare the people, As God is displeased with the hypocrite when he uses his power to ensnare the people, p-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2508 Page 781
15542 so the Lord somtimes puts him besides his power, or takes his power from him, that he may no longer ensnare the people. so the Lord sometimes puts him beside his power, or Takes his power from him, that he may no longer ensnare the people. av dt n1 av vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb av-dx av-jc vvi dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2508 Page 781
15543 The ultimate scope of the place, is not only to shew the Lord displeased with the hypocrite, but displacing him. The ultimate scope of the place, is not only to show the Lord displeased with the hypocrite, but displacing him. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvg pno31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2509 Page 781
15544 When the Prophet had summon'd all sorts, Priests, and people, and the house of the King, he addes, Judgement is towards you, because ye have been a snare upon Mizpah, (Hos. 5.1.) Thus as God pulls down hypocrites, When the Prophet had summoned all sorts, Priests, and people, and the house of the King, he adds, Judgement is towards you, Because you have been a snare upon Mizpah, (Hos. 5.1.) Thus as God pulls down Hypocrites, c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn d n2, n2, cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz, n1 vbz p-acp pn22, c-acp pn22 vhb vbn dt n1 p-acp np1, (np1 crd.) av c-acp np1 vvz a-acp n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2509 Page 781
15545 because they are hateful to himself, so because they are hurtful to others; hurtful to their Civil Liberties, and worldly Interests, over which God is tender; Because they Are hateful to himself, so Because they Are hurtful to Others; hurtful to their Civil Liberties, and worldly Interests, over which God is tender; c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp px31, av c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp n2-jn; j p-acp po32 j n2, cc j n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vbz j; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2509 Page 781
15546 hurtful also to their spiritual Liberties, and soul Interests, over which God is more tender. hurtful also to their spiritual Liberties, and soul Interests, over which God is more tender. j av p-acp po32 j n2, cc n1 n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vbz av-dc j. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2509 Page 781
15547 The Kings of Israel (who were very wicked, and did much ensnare the people) went of their Governments, most of them, very speedily, God did not let them reigne long; The Kings of Israel (who were very wicked, and did much ensnare the people) went of their Governments, most of them, very speedily, God did not let them Reign long; dt n2 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbdr av j, cc vdd av-d vvi dt n1) vvd pp-f po32 n2, ds pp-f pno32, av av-j, np1 vdd xx vvi pno32 vvi av-j; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2509 Page 781
15548 yea, the whole Kingdom of Israel (which had not one good King) was dissolved long before the Kingdom of Judah, which had many good Kings. yea, the Whole Kingdom of Israel (which had not one good King) was dissolved long before the Kingdom of Judah, which had many good Kings. uh, dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq vhd xx pi j n1) vbds vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd d j n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2509 Page 781
15549 God did not suffer the hypocritical Kings of Israel to hold their power, but gave them into the hand of the King of Assyria, (2 Kings 17.6.) because ( vers. 8.) they walked in the statutes of the heathen, God did not suffer the hypocritical Kings of Israel to hold their power, but gave them into the hand of the King of Assyria, (2 Kings 17.6.) Because (vers. 8.) they walked in the statutes of the heathen, np1 vdd xx vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc-acp vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (crd n2 crd.) c-acp (fw-la. crd) pns32 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2509 Page 781
15550 and of the Kings of Israel, which they had made. From the whole verse I would give one Note by way of Corrolary. and of the Kings of Israel, which they had made. From the Whole verse I would give one Note by Way of Corollary. cc pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn. p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns11 vmd vvi crd n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2509 Page 781
15551 A hypocrite is of all persons most unfit for publick service. A hypocrite is of all Persons most unfit for public service. dt n1 vbz pp-f d n2 av-ds j p-acp j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2510 Page 781
15552 How unfit is he to have power in his hand, who can use it no better, How unfit is he to have power in his hand, who can use it not better, c-crq j vbz pns31 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pn31 xx vvi, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2511 Page 782
15553 then for the ensnaring of the people? A hypocrite is of a private spirit, he is all for himself, then for the ensnaring of the people? A hypocrite is of a private Spirit, he is all for himself, cs p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1? dt n1 vbz pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vbz d p-acp px31, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2511 Page 782
15554 and therefore most unfit for publick trust. and Therefore most unfit for public trust. cc av av-ds j p-acp j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2511 Page 782
15555 We may say of the hypocrite, as the Prophet ( Ezek. 15.3.) of the Vine, Shall wood be taken thereof to do any work? or, will men take a pin of it, to hang a vessel thereon? No, it is not fit for that mean purpose or service, much less would a man take a Vine to hew a beam or a pillar for a house out of it. We may say of the hypocrite, as the Prophet (Ezekiel 15.3.) of the Vine, Shall wood be taken thereof to do any work? or, will men take a pin of it, to hang a vessel thereon? No, it is not fit for that mean purpose or service, much less would a man take a Vine to hew a beam or a pillar for a house out of it. pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 (np1 crd.) pp-f dt n1, vmb n1 vbi vvn av pc-acp vdi d n1? cc, vmb n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av? uh-dx, pn31 vbz xx j p-acp d j n1 cc n1, av-d av-dc vmd dt n1 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av pp-f pn31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2511 Page 782
15556 Magistrates are as pillars of the house, or like great beams, to hold up and fasten all; Magistrates Are as pillars of the house, or like great beams, to hold up and fasten all; ng1 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, cc av-j j n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi d; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2511 Page 782
15557 the hypocrite is so far from being fit Timber to make a pillar of the house, that he is not fit to make a pin to hang a vessel on upon the wall. the hypocrite is so Far from being fit Timber to make a pillar of the house, that he is not fit to make a pin to hang a vessel on upon the wall. dt n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2511 Page 782
15558 Power is never so improperly employed as in making snares, and yet that's the usual employment or improvement which hypocrites, high or low, put it to. Power is never so improperly employed as in making snares, and yet that's the usual employment or improvement which Hypocrites, high or low, put it to. n1 vbz av-x av av-j vvn a-acp p-acp vvg n2, cc av cst|vbz dt j n1 cc n1 r-crq n2, j cc j, vvd pn31 p-acp. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2511 Page 782
15559 I have thus far opened the Text, and given these Notes from it, according to our reading; I have thus Far opened the Text, and given these Notes from it, according to our reading; pns11 vhb av av-j vvd dt n1, cc vvn d n2 p-acp pn31, vvg p-acp po12 n-vvg; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2512 Page 782
15560 yet before I pass from it, I shall minde you of another reading or version of this whole verse, which carryeth the sence quite into another channel. Thus yet before I pass from it, I shall mind you of Another reading or version of this Whole verse, which Carrieth the sense quite into Another channel. Thus av c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pp-f j-jn n-vvg cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 av p-acp j-jn n1. av (34) chapter (DIV2) 2512 Page 782
15561 Who (meaning God) maketh (or suffereth at least) the hypocrite to reigne, because of the offences or sins of the people. Who (meaning God) makes (or suffers At least) the hypocrite to Reign, Because of the offences or Sins of the people. r-crq (vvg np1) vvz (cc vvz p-acp ds) dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2513 Page 782
15562 The Chaldee Paraphrase, the Septuagint, and Vulgar Latine agree in this, and the dependance (for clearing of it) may be made out thus. The Chaldee paraphrase, the septuagint, and vulgar Latin agree in this, and the dependence (for clearing of it) may be made out thus. dt np1 n1, dt n1, cc j jp vvb p-acp d, cc dt n1 (c-acp vvg pp-f pn31) vmb vbi vvn av av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2513 Page 782
15563 Elihu having shewed in the 29th verse, that if God giveth quietness, none can make trouble; Elihu having showed in the 29th verse, that if God gives quietness, none can make trouble; np1 vhg vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cst cs np1 vvz n1, pix vmb vvi n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2514 Page 782
15564 and that if he hideth his face, none can behold him, whether it be done against a Nation, and that if he Hideth his face, none can behold him, whither it be done against a nation, cc d cs pns31 vvz po31 n1, pix vmb vvi pno31, cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2514 Page 782
15565 or against a man only, proceeds in this verse to shew the justice of God in punishing the people, by putting power into the hypocrites hand. or against a man only, proceeds in this verse to show the Justice of God in punishing the people, by putting power into the Hypocrites hand. cc p-acp dt n1 av-j, vvz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg dt n1, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2514 Page 782
15566 The learned Mercer, I grant, is not satisfied with this rendring, as not being so sutable to the Grammatical construction of the Hebrew Text; The learned Mercer, I grant, is not satisfied with this rendering, as not being so suitable to the Grammatical construction of the Hebrew Text; dt j n1, pns11 vvb, vbz xx vvn p-acp d n-vvg, c-acp xx vbg av j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2515 Page 782
15567 yet, holding the first, he makes this as a consequent of it; confessing that it may be taken in this sense; yet, holding the First, he makes this as a consequent of it; confessing that it may be taken in this sense; av, vvg dt ord, pns31 vvz d p-acp dt j pp-f pn31; vvg cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2515 Page 782
15568 That the hypocrite reigne not who did once reigne, because of the sins of the people; That the hypocrite Reign not who did once Reign, Because of the Sins of the people; cst dt n1 vvi xx r-crq vdd a-acp vvi, c-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2515 Page 782
15569 and so it intimates the sins both of the Prince and people. Thus both readings correspond, and are not repugnant but subservient to each other. and so it intimates the Sins both of the Prince and people. Thus both readings correspond, and Are not repugnant but subservient to each other. cc av pn31 vvz dt n2 d pp-f dt n1 cc n1. av d n2-vvg vvi, cc vbr xx j p-acp fw-fr p-acp d n-jn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2515 Page 782
15570 For if God suffer not the hypocrite to reigne any longer, 'tis an argument that for a time he suffered him to reigne for the sins of the people, that is, to be an instrument of his wrath and vengeance upon them for their sins. For if God suffer not the hypocrite to Reign any longer, it's an argument that for a time he suffered him to Reign for the Sins of the people, that is, to be an Instrument of his wrath and vengeance upon them for their Sins. p-acp cs np1 vvb xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi d av-jc, pn31|vbz dt n1 cst p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2515 Page 782
15571 The same word signifies both a snare, and sin; a snare set by others, and an offence or sin committed by our selves; The same word signifies both a snare, and since; a snare Set by Others, and an offence or since committed by our selves; dt d n1 vvz d dt n1, cc n1; dt n1 vvn p-acp n2-jn, cc dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2515 Page 782
15572 and well it may, seeing nothing doth more ensnare us then our own sins. And as some are led into sin by the snares which others lay for them; and well it may, seeing nothing does more ensnare us then our own Sins. And as Some Are led into since by the snares which Others lay for them; cc av pn31 vmb, vvg pix vdz av-dc vvi pno12 cs po12 d n2. cc c-acp d vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq n2-jn vvb p-acp pno32; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2515 Page 783
15573 so very many by sinning bring themselves into snares: so very many by sinning bring themselves into snares: av av d p-acp vvg vvi px32 p-acp n2: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2515 Page 783
15574 and usually when a people have entangled themselves in the snares of sin, God sets evil men at once to rule over them and entangle them with the snares of those sufferings which are most proper to their sins. and usually when a people have entangled themselves in the snares of since, God sets evil men At once to Rule over them and entangle them with the snares of those sufferings which Are most proper to their Sins. cc av-j c-crq dt n1 vhb vvn px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 vvz j-jn n2 p-acp a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr av-ds j p-acp po32 n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2515 Page 783
15575 And thus 'tis conceived Elihu answers those expostulating demands which Job puts ( chap. 21.7.) Wherefore do the wicked live? become old? yea, are mighty in power? Here are three questions, And thus it's conceived Elihu answers those expostulating demands which Job puts (chap. 21.7.) Wherefore do the wicked live? become old? yea, Are mighty in power? Here Are three questions, cc av pn31|vbz vvn np1 vvz d vvg n2 r-crq np1 vvz (n1 crd.) q-crq vdb dt j vvi? vvb j? uh, vbr j p-acp n1? av vbr crd n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2516 Page 783
15576 First, Why do they live? they are not worthy to breathe. Secondly, Why become they old? they deserve to be cut off in their youth, First, Why do they live? they Are not worthy to breathe. Secondly, Why become they old? they deserve to be Cut off in their youth, ord, q-crq vdb pns32 vvi? pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi. ord, uh-crq vvb pns32 j? pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2516 Page 783
15577 and not to live out half their dayes. and not to live out half their days. cc xx pc-acp vvi av av-jn po32 n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2516 Page 783
15578 Thirdly, Why are they mighty? Why do they command all, who use their might only to do mischief? Elihu answers these questions in a word, God giveth power into the hands of evil men, Thirdly, Why Are they mighty? Why do they command all, who use their might only to do mischief? Elihu answers these questions in a word, God gives power into the hands of evil men, ord, q-crq vbr pns32 j? q-crq vdb pns32 vvi d, r-crq vvb po32 n1 av-j pc-acp vdi n1? np1 vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2516 Page 783
15579 because of the sins of the people. Because of the Sins of the people. c-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2516 Page 783
15580 As if he had said, if at any time you see the wicked in great power and prosperity, 'tis a signe the people are very wicked, As if he had said, if At any time you see the wicked in great power and Prosperity, it's a Signen the people Are very wicked, p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs p-acp d n1 pn22 vvb dt j p-acp j n1 cc n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 dt n1 vbr av j, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2516 Page 783
15581 and God will punish and scourge them by the hands of such for their wickedness. and God will Punish and scourge them by the hands of such for their wickedness. cc np1 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d c-acp po32 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2516 Page 783
15582 This is a truth, and much is said by some Interpreters for the making of it out from the Text; This is a truth, and much is said by Some Interpreters for the making of it out from the Text; d vbz dt n1, cc d vbz vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 av p-acp dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2517 Page 783
15700 The Prophet ( Hos: 14.2.) calling that people to returne unto the Lord, adviseth thus; The Prophet (Hos: 14.2.) calling that people to return unto the Lord, adviseth thus; dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvg d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vvz av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 789
15583 but taking it as 'tis given, I shall only give you two Notes from it. First, Bad Princes are set up by the permission, yea disposition of God. but taking it as it's given, I shall only give you two Notes from it. First, Bad Princes Are Set up by the permission, yea disposition of God. cc-acp vvg pn31 c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 crd n2 p-acp pn31. ord, j n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, uh n1 pp-f np1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2517 Page 783
15584 He makes evil men to reigne. He makes evil men to Reign. pns31 vvz j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 783
15585 The same power which brings wicked men into the world, sets wicked men high in the wo•ld. The same power which brings wicked men into the world, sets wicked men high in the wo•ld. dt d n1 r-crq vvz j n2 p-acp dt n1, vvz j n2 j p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 783
15586 It is of God that any wicked man hath a place in the wo ld, It is of God that any wicked man hath a place in the woe Lord, pn31 vbz pp-f np1 cst d j n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 zz, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 783
15587 and it is of God that any wicked man gets into the high places of the world. and it is of God that any wicked man gets into the high places of the world. cc pn31 vbz pp-f np1 cst d j n1 vvz p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 783
15588 All the Kings of Israel from first to last were stark naught, and very wicked, All the Kings of Israel from First to last were stark nought, and very wicked, av-d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp ord pc-acp ord vbdr j pix, cc j j, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 783
15589 yet they were all of God's setting up, though their own ambition, or the satisfying of some lust, put most of them upon aspiring to get up. yet they were all of God's setting up, though their own ambition, or the satisfying of Some lust, put most of them upon aspiring to get up. av pns32 vbdr d pp-f npg1 vvg a-acp, cs po32 d n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, vvd ds pp-f pno32 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi a-acp. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 783
15590 In the first book of the Kings ( chap. 11.29, 30, 31.) Ahijah the Prophet finding Jeroboam (the first and worst of them) in the way, caught the new Garment that was on him, In the First book of the Kings (chap. 11.29, 30, 31.) Ahijah the Prophet finding Jeroboam (the First and worst of them) in the Way, caught the new Garment that was on him, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2 (n1 crd, crd, crd) np1 dt n1 vvg np1 (dt ord cc js pp-f pno32) p-acp dt n1, vvd dt j n1 cst vbds p-acp pno31, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 783
15591 and rent it into twelve pieces, and he said unto Jeroboam, take thee ten p•eces; for thus saith the Lord, the God of Israel; and rend it into twelve Pieces, and he said unto Jeroboam, take thee ten p•eces; for thus Says the Lord, the God of Israel; cc vvb pn31 p-acp crd n2, cc pns31 vvd p-acp np1, vvb pno21 crd n2; c-acp av vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 783
15592 behold, I will rend the Kingdom out of the hand of Solomon, and will give ten Tribes to thee. behold, I will rend the Kingdom out of the hand of Solomon, and will give ten Tribes to thee. vvb, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vmb vvi crd n2 p-acp pno21. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 784
15593 This Jeroboam was so bad a man, that he was not content to sin alone, but made Israel to sin; This Jeroboam was so bad a man, that he was not content to sin alone, but made Israel to since; d np1 vbds av j dt n1, cst pns31 vbds xx j pc-acp vvi av-j, p-acp vvd np1 p-acp n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 784
15594 yet even him did God set up, and sent a Prophet to him to tell him so. yet even him did God Set up, and sent a Prophet to him to tell him so. av av pno31 vdd np1 vvi a-acp, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 784
15595 How unholy soever men are in their place, and how unjust soever in the exercise of their power, How unholy soever men Are in their place, and how unjust soever in the exercise of their power, q-crq j av n2 vbr p-acp po32 n1, cc c-crq j av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 784
15596 yet the holy and just God (for reasons known to himself) placeth them in power. Secondly, Observe. yet the holy and just God (for Reasons known to himself) places them in power. Secondly, Observe. av dt j cc j np1 (c-acp n2 vvn p-acp px31) vvz pno32 p-acp n1. ord, vvb. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2518 Page 784
15597 God permits wicked Princes to reigne, as a punishment of the reigning sins and wickednesses of the people. God permits wicked Princes to Reign, as a punishment of the reigning Sins and Wickednesses of the people. np1 vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2519 Page 784
15598 The power of wicked Princes is the punishment of a wicked people. The power of wicked Princes is the punishment of a wicked people. dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2520 Page 784
15599 Some Princes and Magistrates are given as a blessing, for the protection, peace, and profit of a Nation, some Princes and Magistrates Are given as a blessing, for the protection, peace, and profit of a nation, d n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2520 Page 784
15600 and for the exaltation of righteousness in it. Others are given as a curse, for the vexation, trouble, and impoverishing of a Nation. and for the exaltation of righteousness in it. Others Are given as a curse, for the vexation, trouble, and impoverishing of a nation. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. ng2-jn vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, n1, cc vvg pp-f dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2520 Page 784
15601 The Lord takes this fully upon himself, ( Hos. 13.11.) I gave them a King in mine anger, &c. Angry providences are the fruit of sin. The Lord Takes this Fully upon himself, (Hos. 13.11.) I gave them a King in mine anger, etc. Angry providences Are the fruit of since. dt n1 vvz d av-j p-acp px31, (np1 crd.) pns11 vvd pno32 dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, av j n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2520 Page 784
15602 God gave Saul in anger, he gave Jeroboam and the rest of the Israelitish Kings in anger; God gave Saul in anger, he gave Jeroboam and the rest of the Israelitish Kings in anger; np1 vvd np1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd np1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n2 p-acp n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2520 Page 784
15603 and as he gave them in anger, so he took them away in wrath. The sins both of Princes and people, produce mutual ill effects towards one another. and as he gave them in anger, so he took them away in wrath. The Sins both of Princes and people, produce mutual ill effects towards one Another. cc c-acp pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp n1, av pns31 vvd pno32 av p-acp n1. dt n2 d pp-f n2 cc n1, vvb j j-jn n2 p-acp crd j-jn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2520 Page 784
15701 Take with you words, and turne to the Lord, say unto him, take away all iniquity, Take with you words, and turn to the Lord, say unto him, take away all iniquity, vvb p-acp pn22 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pno31, vvb av d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 789
15604 First, The sins of the people are the cause somtimes why good Princes are immaturely or suddenly taken away from them. First, The Sins of the people Are the cause sometimes why good Princes Are immaturely or suddenly taken away from them. ord, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr dt n1 av q-crq j n2 vbr av-j cc av-j vvn av p-acp pno32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2521 Page 784
15605 Josiah that good King was removed very early for the sin of Judah; Pharaoh Necho had never slain him, had not the people been unworthy of him. Josiah that good King was removed very early for the since of Judah; Pharaoh Necho had never slave him, had not the people been unworthy of him. np1 cst j n1 vbds vvn av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; np1 np1 vhd av-x vvn pno31, vhd xx dt n1 vbn j pp-f pno31. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2521 Page 784
15606 Hence that of Solomon, (Prov. 28.2.) for the transgression of a land, many are the Princes thereof: Hence that of Solomon, (Curae 28.2.) for the Transgression of a land, many Are the Princes thereof: av d pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d vbr dt n2 av: (34) chapter (DIV2) 2521 Page 784
15607 He means not (as I conceive) many together, but many successively, that is, good Princes go quickly off the stage one after another for the transgression of the people of the land; He means not (as I conceive) many together, but many successively, that is, good Princes go quickly off the stage one After Another for the Transgression of the people of the land; pns31 vvz xx (c-acp pns11 vvb) d av, cc-acp d av-j, cst vbz, j n2 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pi p-acp j-jn c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2521 Page 784
15608 But (as it followeth in the same verse) by a man of understanding & knowledg the state thereof shal be prolonged. But (as it follows in the same verse) by a man of understanding & knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. p-acp (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt d n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 dt n1 av vmb vbi vvn. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2521 Page 784
15609 Our Translaters render these latter words in the plural number (as the margin hath it) by men of understanding & wisdom shall they likewise be prolonged; Our Translators render these latter words in the plural number (as the margin hath it) by men of understanding & Wisdom shall they likewise be prolonged; po12 n2 vvi d d n2 p-acp dt j n1 (c-acp dt n1 vhz pn31) p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb pns32 av vbi vvn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2521 Page 784
15610 that is, when there are many godly, wise, and understanding men in a Nation, God blesseth them with long-lived and aged good Kings or Governours. that is, when there Are many godly, wise, and understanding men in a nation, God Blesses them with long-lived and aged good Kings or Governors. cst vbz, c-crq pc-acp vbr d j, j, cc vvg n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 vvz pno32 p-acp j cc j-vvn j n2 cc n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2521 Page 784
15611 Secondly, Whole Nations or a people are somtimes punished for the sins of their Princes, ( Jer. 15.4.) the Lord tells the Jewish state he would bring all that evil upon them for the sin of Manasseh. The sins of Princes prove oftentimes the sufferings of the people. Secondly, whole nations or a people Are sometimes punished for the Sins of their Princes, (Jer. 15.4.) the Lord tells the Jewish state he would bring all that evil upon them for the since of Manasses. The Sins of Princes prove oftentimes the sufferings of the people. ord, j-jn n2 cc dt n1 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (np1 crd.) dt n1 vvz dt jp n1 pns31 vmd vvi d cst n-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb av dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2522 Page 785
15612 As both by and for their goodness and vertues a people are blessed, so by and for their evills, errors, As both by and for their Goodness and Virtues a people Are blessed, so by and for their evils, errors, p-acp d p-acp cc p-acp po32 n1 cc n2 dt n1 vbr vvn, av p-acp cc p-acp po32 n2-jn, n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2522 Page 785
15613 and vices, a people are endangered, yea sometimes ruined: When the Head of a Kingdome or Common-wealth is sicke, the Body is seldome well. and vices, a people Are endangered, yea sometime ruined: When the Head of a Kingdom or Commonwealth is sick, the Body is seldom well. cc n2, dt n1 vbr vvn, uh av vvn: c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vbz j, dt n1 vbz av av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2522 Page 785
15614 Thirdly, The sins of a people bring destruction both upon their Princes and themselves together, Thirdly, The Sins of a people bring destruction both upon their Princes and themselves together, ord, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb n1 av-d p-acp po32 n2 cc px32 av, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2523 Page 785
15615 and wrap all up in one ruinous heape, as Samuel threatned the people of Israel (1 Sam: 12.25.) If ye still doe wickedly, ye shall be destroyed both you and your King. and wrap all up in one ruinous heap, as Samuel threatened the people of Israel (1 Sam: 12.25.) If you still do wickedly, you shall be destroyed both you and your King. cc vvi d a-acp p-acp crd j n1, c-acp np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 (crd np1: crd.) cs pn22 av vdb av-j, pn22 vmb vbi vvn av-d pn22 cc po22 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2523 Page 785
15616 He speakes not a word of any sin in their King, but tells them that their wickednesse may bring destruction not only upon themselves, but upon him also. He speaks not a word of any since in their King, but tells them that their wickedness may bring destruction not only upon themselves, but upon him also. pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp vvz pno32 d po32 n1 vmb vvi n1 xx av-j p-acp px32, cc-acp p-acp pno31 av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2523 Page 785
15617 Fourthly, (which is the poynt in hand) the sins of a people cause the Lord to set evill Princes over them. Fourthly, (which is the point in hand) the Sins of a people cause the Lord to Set evil Princes over them. ord, (r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp n1) dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 p-acp pno32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15618 When once a people refuse the sweet and easie yoke of Christ, or say, we will not have this man to rule over us, he in Judgement sends such to rule over them, When once a people refuse the sweet and easy yoke of christ, or say, we will not have this man to Rule over us, he in Judgement sends such to Rule over them, c-crq a-acp dt n1 vvb dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi, pns12 vmb xx vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, pns31 p-acp n1 vvz d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15619 as shall lay heavy yokes upon them indeed. as shall lay heavy yokes upon them indeed. c-acp vmb vvi j n2 p-acp pno32 av. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15620 God useth some Princes as his staff to support a people, and as his shield to defend a people, God uses Some Princes as his staff to support a people, and as his shield to defend a people, np1 vvz d n2 c-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15621 yea as his Sun to cherish and influence them with aboundance of mercies. yea as his Sun to cherish and influence them with abundance of Mercies. uh p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1 pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15622 He useth others only as his sword to wound them, or as his scourge to correct them for their sin. He uses Others only as his sword to wound them, or as his scourge to correct them for their since. pns31 vvz n2-jn j p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15623 Some are a blessing, others are an affliction to the people. some Are a blessing, Others Are an affliction to the people. d vbr dt n1, n2-jn vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15624 An ancient Poet observing the City wherein he lived, swolne with vanity, and bringing forth dayly many monstrous births of pride, luxury, an ancient Poet observing the city wherein he lived, swollen with vanity, and bringing forth daily many monstrous births of pride, luxury, dt j n1 vvg dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, vvn p-acp n1, cc vvg av av-j d j n2 pp-f n1, n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15625 and oppression, he could not forbeare to give his apprehension of the issue in this elegant fancy; and oppression, he could not forbear to give his apprehension of the issue in this elegant fancy; cc n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15626 This City (said he) is with child, and I am afraid it will bring forth shortly (and what will it bring forth?) some severe corrector of your evill insolencies. This city (said he) is with child, and I am afraid it will bring forth shortly (and what will it bring forth?) Some severe corrector of your evil insolences. d n1 (vvd pns31) vbz p-acp n1, cc pns11 vbm j pn31 vmb vvi av av-j (cc r-crq vmb pn31 vvi av?) d j n1 pp-f po22 j-jn n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15627 When Phocas (a cruel tyrant) had got the Empire, and reigned, there was a good man, who prayed much, about him, When Phocas (a cruel tyrant) had god the Empire, and reigned, there was a good man, who prayed much, about him, c-crq np1 (dt j n1) vhd vvn dt n1, cc vvd, pc-acp vbds dt j n1, r-crq vvd d, p-acp pno31, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15628 and did even expostulate with God, why he would set such a wretch as he was over the Empire; and did even expostulate with God, why he would Set such a wretch as he was over the Empire; cc vdd av vvi p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15629 the story saith, he received this answer from God; I therefore set him to governe, because I could not finde a worse. the story Says, he received this answer from God; I Therefore Set him to govern, Because I could not find a Worse. dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp np1; pns11 av vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns11 vmd xx vvi dt jc. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15630 And I finde a like report of another, though in a lower degree of power, yet in great power, wherein carrying himselfe very insolently, one sayd to him; And I find a like report of Another, though in a lower degree of power, yet in great power, wherein carrying himself very insolently, one said to him; cc pns11 vvb dt j n1 pp-f j-jn, cs p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp j n1, c-crq vvg px31 av av-j, pi vvd p-acp pno31; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15631 Why are you thus haughty and high-minded, why so proud of your power, God did not put you into the goverment of this place, Why Are you thus haughty and High-minded, why so proud of your power, God did not put you into the government of this place, c-crq vbr pn22 av j cc j, uh-crq av j pp-f po22 n1, np1 vdd xx vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 785
15632 because you were worthy of it, but because we were worthy to have a man of your worthlesness set over us. Because you were worthy of it, but Because we were worthy to have a man of your worthlessness Set over us. c-acp pn22 vbdr j pp-f pn31, cc-acp c-acp pns12 vbdr j pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 vvn p-acp pno12. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 786
15633 The learned Moralist treating of the righteous, though late vengeance of God upon men, hath this passage; The learned Moralist treating of the righteous, though late vengeance of God upon men, hath this passage; dt j n1 vvg pp-f dt j, cs j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, vhz d n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 786
15634 God (saith he) useth some men as tormentors to afflict and punish others. Which is verified in most tyrants. God (Says he) uses Some men as tormentors to afflict and Punish Others. Which is verified in most Tyrants. np1 (vvz pns31) vvz d n2 c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2-jn. r-crq vbz vvn p-acp ds n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 786
15635 Such a bitter medicine was Phalaris in his time to the Argentines, and Marius to the Romanes. Such a bitter medicine was Phalaris in his time to the Argentines, and Marius to the Romans. d dt j n1 vbds np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt njp2, cc npg1 p-acp dt njp2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 786
15636 St Augustine speaking of Nero, maketh this conclusion; Saint Augustine speaking of Nero, makes this conclusion; np1 np1 vvg pp-f np1, vvz d n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 786
15637 The power of Government is not given, no not to such, but by the providence of the most high God, The power of Government is not given, no not to such, but by the providence of the most high God, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx vvn, uh-dx xx p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j np1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 786
15638 when he judgeth the affaires or manners of mankinde justly deserve and call for such Lords and Masters. O let nations take heed; when he Judgeth the affairs or manners of mankind justly deserve and call for such lords and Masters. O let Nations take heed; c-crq pns31 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2. fw-la vvb n2 vvb n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2524 Page 786
15639 The sins of a people, are the worst snares of a people; sin provokes God to set up Princes for a snare. The Sins of a people, Are the worst snares of a people; since provokes God to Set up Princes for a snare. dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr dt js n2 pp-f dt n1; n1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2525 Page 786
15640 As therefore the Psalmist admonisheth Princes, Be wise now therefore O ye Kings, and learned ye Judges of the earth; As Therefore the Psalmist Admonisheth Princes, Be wise now Therefore Oh you Kings, and learned you Judges of the earth; p-acp av dt n1 vvz n2, vbb j av av uh pn22 n2, cc vvd pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2525 Page 786
15641 so I may say, Be wise, O ye people, and obedient all you that are inhabitants of the earth, serve the Lord with feare, so I may say, Be wise, Oh you people, and obedient all you that Are inhabitants of the earth, serve the Lord with Fear, av pns11 vmb vvi, vbb j, uh pn22 n1, cc j av-d pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2525 Page 786
15702 and receive us graciously, so will we render the calves of our lips. and receive us graciously, so will we render the calves of our lips. cc vvb pno12 av-j, av vmb pns12 vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 789
15642 and rejoyce before him with trembling, kisse the Son (submit to Jesus Christ) lest he be angry, and give you such Princes and Powers, and rejoice before him with trembling, kiss the Son (submit to jesus christ) lest he be angry, and give you such Princes and Powers, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg, vvb dt n1 (vvb p-acp np1 np1) cs pns31 vbb j, cc vvb pn22 d n2 cc n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2525 Page 786
15643 or put you into such hands as shall break and vex you to purpose, and make you know what it is to serve men in rigour, having refused to serve God in love. or put you into such hands as shall break and vex you to purpose, and make you know what it is to serve men in rigour, having refused to serve God in love. cc vvb pn22 p-acp d n2 c-acp vmb vvi cc vvi pn22 p-acp n1, cc vvb pn22 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, vhg vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2525 Page 786
15644 Many in all nations are apt to complaine much, when they have any burdens upon them by Governours, Many in all Nations Are apt to complain much, when they have any burdens upon them by Governors, av-d p-acp d n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi d, c-crq pns32 vhb d n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp n2, (34) chapter (DIV2) 2525 Page 786
15645 but few complaine of their owne sins, which cause God to burden nations with such Governours; but few complain of their own Sins, which cause God to burden Nations with such Governors; cc-acp d vvb pp-f po32 d n2, r-crq n1 np1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n2; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2525 Page 786
15646 let all leave off complaining of evill Governours, and complaine more of their owne evill government, both of their hearts and lives. let all leave off complaining of evil Governors, and complain more of their own evil government, both of their hearts and lives. vvb d n1 a-acp vvg pp-f j-jn n2, cc vvi dc pp-f po32 d j-jn n1, d pp-f po32 n2 cc n2. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2525 Page 786
15647 Thus we see how this text according to these distinct translations, First, gives warning to Princes, That the hypocrite reigne not, lest the people be ensnared; Thus we see how this text according to these distinct Translations, First, gives warning to Princes, That the hypocrite Reign not, lest the people be Ensnared; av pns12 vvb c-crq d n1 vvg p-acp d j n2, ord, vvz vvg p-acp n2, cst dt n1 vvi xx, cs dt n1 vbb vvn; (34) chapter (DIV2) 2526 Page 786
15648 and, Secondly, gives warning to people, that they provoke not God by their scandalous offences, to set wicked Princes and Powers over them. and, Secondly, gives warning to people, that they provoke not God by their scandalous offences, to Set wicked Princes and Powers over them. cc, ord, vvz vvg p-acp n1, cst pns32 vvb xx np1 p-acp po32 j n2, pc-acp vvi j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32. (34) chapter (DIV2) 2526 Page 786
15649 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 31, 32. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 31, 32. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd (35) chapter (DIV2) 2526 Page 787
15650 Surely it is meete to be said unto God, I have borne chastisement, I will not offend any more. Surely it is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement, I will not offend any more. av-j pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi d dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2527 Page 787
15651 That which I see not, teach thou me: if I have done iniquity, I will doe no more. That which I see not, teach thou me: if I have done iniquity, I will do no more. cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx, vvb pns21 pno11: cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2528 Page 787
15652 ELihu having convinced Job, both of the power of God, to doe what he pleaseth, ELihu having convinced Job, both of the power of God, to do what he Pleases, np1 vhg vvn np1, d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vvz, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2529 Page 787
15653 and also of his righteousnesse, that he is just in whatsoever he pleaseth to doe, proceedeth to give him counsell, and also of his righteousness, that he is just in whatsoever he Pleases to do, Proceedeth to give him counsel, cc av pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vbz j p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi, vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2529 Page 787
15654 how to carry himselfe better towards God, then by his former speeches and expostulations (hinted at the 5th verse of this Chapter) he seemed to have done. how to carry himself better towards God, then by his former Speeches and expostulations (hinted At the 5th verse of this Chapter) he seemed to have done. c-crq pc-acp vvi px31 av-jc p-acp np1, av p-acp po31 j n2 cc n2 (vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1) pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi vdn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2529 Page 787
15655 In these two verses he gives him (according to our translation) counsell consisting of three branches. In these two Verses he gives him (according to our Translation) counsel consisting of three branches. p-acp d crd n2 pns31 vvz pno31 (vvg p-acp po12 n1) vvb vvg pp-f crd n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2529 Page 787
15656 First, He counsells him to a due submission, to the hand of God. In the former part of the 31th verse; First, He Counsels him to a due submission, to the hand of God. In the former part of the 31th verse; ord, pns31 n2 pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt ord n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2530 Page 787
15657 Surely it is meete to be said unto God, I have borne chastisement. Surely it is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement. av-j pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2530 Page 787
15658 Secondly, He counsells him to reformation, or to a gracious resolution of laying downe every sinfull thing, Secondly, He Counsels him to Reformation, or to a gracious resolution of laying down every sinful thing, ord, pns31 n2 pno31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg a-acp d j n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2531 Page 787
15659 or what ever was a provocation to God. This he doth once and againe, twice in these two verses; or what ever was a provocation to God. This he does once and again, twice in these two Verses; cc q-crq av vbds dt n1 p-acp np1. d pns31 vdz a-acp cc av, av p-acp d crd n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2531 Page 787
15660 First, in the close of the 31th verse; It is meete to be sayd unto God, I will not offend any more; First, in the close of the 31th verse; It is meet to be said unto God, I will not offend any more; ord, p-acp dt j pp-f dt ord n1; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vmb xx vvi d dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2531 Page 787
15661 Secondly, in the close of the 32d verse; If I have done iniquity, I will doe no more. Secondly, in the close of the 32d verse; If I have done iniquity, I will do no more. ord, p-acp dt j pp-f dt crd n1; cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2531 Page 787
15662 Thirdly, Elihu counsells Job, to pray for further discoveries, both of his sins, and sinfullnesse, as also of his duty, at the beginning of the 32d verse; Thirdly, Elihu Counsels Job, to pray for further discoveries, both of his Sins, and sinfullnesse, as also of his duty, At the beginning of the 32d verse; ord, np1 n2 np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp jc n2, d pp-f po31 n2, cc n1, c-acp av pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt crd n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2532 Page 787
15664 Thus you have the distinct poynts of that counsell which Elihu gives Job, according to our reading of these words. Thus you have the distinct points of that counsel which Elihu gives Job, according to our reading of these words. av pn22 vhb dt j n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vvz n1, vvg p-acp po12 n-vvg pp-f d n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2532 Page 787
15665 There is another reading, which I shall touch, when I have first opened and prosecuted the words as they stand in ours. There is Another reading, which I shall touch, when I have First opened and prosecuted the words as they stand in ours. pc-acp vbz j-jn vvg, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, c-crq pns11 vhb ord vvn cc vvd dt n2 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp png12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2532 Page 787
15666 Vers. 31. Surely it is meete to be sayd unto God, I have borne chastisement; I will not offend any more. Vers. 31. Surely it is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement; I will not offend any more. np1 crd av-j pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1; pns11 vmb xx vvi d dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2532 Page 787
15667 These are child-like words, such words as a faulty, yet a submitting repenting childe, speakes to a displeased father, These Are childlike words, such words as a faulty, yet a submitting repenting child, speaks to a displeased father, d vbr j n2, d n2 p-acp dt j, av dt vvg vvg n1, vvz p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2533 Page 788
15668 when he is under his rod, (yet such as become the most aged and growne men in grace) I have borne chastisement, I have been under thy correcting hand, forgive me O my father, I will doe so no more. when he is under his rod, (yet such as become the most aged and grown men in grace) I have born chastisement, I have been under thy correcting hand, forgive me Oh my father, I will do so no more. c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, (av d c-acp vvi dt av-ds j-vvn cc vvn n2 p-acp n1) pns11 vhb vvn n1, pns11 vhb vbn p-acp po21 vvg n1, vvb pno11 uh po11 n1, pns11 vmb vdi av av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2533 Page 788
15669 Thus Elihu adviseth Job, to bespeak God his father while he was afflicting him. Thus Elihu adviseth Job, to bespeak God his father while he was afflicting him. av np1 vvz n1, pc-acp vvi np1 po31 n1 cs pns31 vbds vvg pno31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2533 Page 788
15670 Some render the former part of this verse, by way of interrogation, or question, Hath he sayd unto God, I have borne chastisement, I will offend no more? hath Job spoken thus to God? As if Elihu (making his appeale to the by-standers) had sayd, Ye all are witnesses that Job hath not yet humbled himselfe under the correcting hand of God, some render the former part of this verse, by Way of interrogation, or question, Hath he said unto God, I have born chastisement, I will offend no more? hath Job spoken thus to God? As if Elihu (making his appeal to the bystanders) had said, You all Are Witnesses that Job hath not yet humbled himself under the correcting hand of God, d vvb dt j n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, vhz pns31 vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc? vhz np1 vvn av p-acp np1? p-acp cs np1 (vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n2) vhd vvn, pn22 d vbr n2 cst np1 vhz xx av vvn px31 p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2534 Page 788
15671 but rather charged God with severity, in dealing with him, and over-boldly enquired into the reason of his dealings. but rather charged God with severity, in dealing with him, and overboldly inquired into the reason of his dealings. cc-acp av-c vvd np1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pno31, cc j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2534 Page 788
15672 Our affirmative translation carrieth the same sense with this interrogative, and questioning translation; Our affirmative Translation Carrieth the same sense with this interrogative, and questioning Translation; po12 j n1 vvz dt d n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvg n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2534 Page 788
15673 for when Elihu saith to Job, It is meete to be sayd unto God, I have borne chastisement; he supposeth, that Job had not sayd so. for when Elihu Says to Job, It is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement; he Supposeth, that Job had not said so. p-acp c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1; pns31 vvz, cst n1 vhd xx vvn av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2534 Page 788
15674 Surely it is meete to be sayd unto God. Surely it is meet to be said unto God. np1 pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2534 Page 788
15675 The Hebrew particle which we render surely, commonly signifieth, for, as giving an account or reason, of somewhat that went before; The Hebrew particle which we render surely, commonly signifies, for, as giving an account or reason, of somewhat that went before; dt njp n1 r-crq pns12 vvb av-j, av-j vvz, p-acp, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1, pp-f av cst vvd a-acp; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2535 Page 788
15676 yet we render it well both here, and elsewhere, surely, according to the scope of the place; yet we render it well both Here, and elsewhere, surely, according to the scope of the place; av pns12 vvb pn31 av av-d av, cc av, av-j, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2535 Page 788
15677 especially seeing Elihu speaking thus, is not giving a reason of what was sayd before, but inferring a duty from it. especially seeing Elihu speaking thus, is not giving a reason of what was said before, but inferring a duty from it. av-j vvg np1 vvg av, vbz xx vvg dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn a-acp, cc-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2535 Page 788
15678 Againe, The word meete, is not expresly in the Hebrew text, yet it is clearly implyed in it, Again, The word meet, is not expressly in the Hebrew text, yet it is clearly employed in it, av, dt n1 vvi, vbz xx av-j p-acp dt njp n1, av pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pn31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2536 Page 788
15679 and therefore added by our translators to fill up, and cleare the sense; and Therefore added by our translators to fill up, and clear the sense; cc av vvn p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvi dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2536 Page 788
15680 the originall is, It is to be sayd unto God, we say, It is meete to be sayd unto God, I have borne chastisement. the original is, It is to be said unto God, we say, It is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement. dt n-jn vbz, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vvb, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2536 Page 788
15681 The word chastisement also is not expresly in the original, there it is only, I have borne, but because bearing must needs import, that somewhat is borne as a burthen, The word chastisement also is not expressly in the original, there it is only, I have born, but Because bearing must needs import, that somewhat is born as a burden, dt n1 n1 av vbz xx av-j p-acp dt n-jn, a-acp pn31 vbz j, pns11 vhb vvn, p-acp c-acp vvg vmb av vvi, cst av vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 788
15682 and seeing according unto the subject matter that Elihu is upon with Job, it must referre to some affliction or chastisement laid upon him, and seeing according unto the Subject matter that Elihu is upon with Job, it must refer to Some affliction or chastisement laid upon him, cc vvg p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst np1 vbz p-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 788
15683 therefore we fitly supply this word chastisement, It is to be sayd unto God, I have borne; what? (it cannot be meant of any outward corporall burthen, Therefore we fitly supply this word chastisement, It is to be said unto God, I have born; what? (it cannot be meant of any outward corporal burden, av pns12 av-j vvi d n1 n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn; r-crq? (pn31 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f d j j n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 788
15684 or visible loade layd upon his back; but, I have borne ) chastisement, affliction, or correction; or visible load laid upon his back; but, I have born) chastisement, affliction, or correction; cc j n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp, pns11 vhb vvn) n1, n1, cc n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 788
15685 It is meete to be sayd unto God, I have borne chastisement; It is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15686 that is, I both have and will beare, whatsoever thou hast, or shalt be pleased to lay upon me; that is, I both have and will bear, whatsoever thou hast, or shalt be pleased to lay upon me; cst vbz, pns11 av-d vhb cc vmb vvi, r-crq pns21 vh2, cc vm2 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15687 I will not dispute thy burthens, but take them up. I will not dispute thy burdens, but take them up. pns11 vmb xx vvi po21 n2, cc-acp vvb pno32 a-acp. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15688 So then, this first part of the verse is a direction ministred to Job, shewing him how to behave himselfe in the bearing of affliction; So then, this First part of the verse is a direction ministered to Job, showing him how to behave himself in the bearing of affliction; av av, d ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, vvg pno31 c-crq pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15689 He must not strive or struggle with them, nor with God about them, but sustaine them. He must not strive or struggle with them, nor with God about them, but sustain them. pns31 vmb xx vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32, ccx p-acp np1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvi pno32. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15690 And this direction is not peculiar to Job's person, or to his case alone, but it belongs to all that are in affliction, let their case be what it will; And this direction is not peculiar to Job's person, or to his case alone, but it belongs to all that Are in affliction, let their case be what it will; cc d n1 vbz xx j p-acp npg1 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 av-j, cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1, vvb po32 n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15691 all such ought to beare quietly or patiently to abide under the burthen which God layeth upon them. all such ought to bear quietly or patiently to abide under the burden which God Layeth upon them. d d pi pc-acp vvi av-jn cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15692 I shall not stay upon the opening of the speciall signification of that word chastisement, because it is not in the Hebrew text, only thus, chastisements are usually taken for those afflictions, I shall not stay upon the opening of the special signification of that word chastisement, Because it is not in the Hebrew text, only thus, chastisements Are usually taken for those afflictions, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n1 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt njp n1, av-j av, n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp d n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15693 or afflicting providences, which God layeth upon his owne children; or afflicting providences, which God Layeth upon his own children; cc vvg n2, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 d n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15694 he layeth judgements upon the wicked, and punishments upon the ungodly, but properly, and strictly, that which falls upon his owne people is called chastisement. For though in Scripture, there are dispensations of God towards his owne people, spoken of under the notion of judgement, he Layeth Judgments upon the wicked, and punishments upon the ungodly, but properly, and strictly, that which falls upon his own people is called chastisement. For though in Scripture, there Are dispensations of God towards his own people, spoken of under the notion of judgement, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp dt j, cc n2 p-acp dt j, cc-acp av-j, cc av-j, cst r-crq vvz p-acp po31 d n1 vbz vvn n1. c-acp cs p-acp n1, pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 d n1, vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15695 yet they have not a proper sense of judgement, as proceeding from wrath, and intended for revenge. yet they have not a proper sense of judgement, as proceeding from wrath, and intended for revenge. av pns32 vhb xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vvg p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15696 Wrath is the spring from whence judgements flow, and as to their issue, they tend to the satisfaction of Justice. Wrath is the spring from whence Judgments flow, and as to their issue, they tend to the satisfaction of justice. n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp c-crq n2 vvb, cc c-acp p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15697 This God doth not expect, at the hands of his owne children, and therefore their afflictions are most properly called chastisements, Surely it is meete to be sayd unto God, I have borne chastisement. Hence note. This God does not expect, At the hands of his own children, and Therefore their afflictions Are most properly called chastisements, Surely it is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement. Hence note. np1 np1 vdz xx vvi, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n2, cc av po32 n2 vbr av-ds av-j vvn n2, av-j pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1. av vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2537 Page 789
15698 It is our duty when the hand of God is upon us, or when we are under chastisements, to speake humbly, meekly, and submissively to God. It is our duty when the hand of God is upon us, or when we Are under chastisements, to speak humbly, meekly, and submissively to God. pn31 vbz po12 n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pno12, cc c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi av-j, av-j, cc av-j p-acp np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2538 Page 789
15699 We ought alwayes to be humble, and carry it humbly towards God, but then especially when God by any afflicting providence is humbling us. We ought always to be humble, and carry it humbly towards God, but then especially when God by any afflicting providence is humbling us. pns12 vmd av pc-acp vbi j, cc vvi pn31 av-j p-acp np1, cc-acp av av-j c-crq np1 p-acp d vvg n1 vbz vvg pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 789
15703 As Elihu here makes a kinde of directory, what a person in affliction should say unto God, It is meete to say unto God, that is, As Elihu Here makes a kind of directory, what a person in affliction should say unto God, It is meet to say unto God, that is, p-acp np1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst vbz, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 789
15704 for a man in thy case, to say thus unto God; for a man in thy case, to say thus unto God; p-acp dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15705 so that Prophet, by the Spirit, saith, Take unto you words, and turne to the Lord, and say or speake thus unto him; so that Prophet, by the Spirit, Says, Take unto you words, and turn to the Lord, and say or speak thus unto him; av d n1, p-acp dt n1, vvz, vvb p-acp pn22 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi cc vvi av p-acp pno31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15706 though not strictly, syllabically, in so many words, yet to this sence, and purpose, or according to this tenour, speak thus, Take away iniquity, and receive us graciously. though not strictly, syllabically, in so many words, yet to this sense, and purpose, or according to this tenor, speak thus, Take away iniquity, and receive us graciously. cs xx av-j, av-j, p-acp av d n2, av p-acp d n1, cc n1, cc vvg p-acp d n1, vvb av, vvb av n1, cc vvb pno12 av-j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15707 And when the Prophet saith, Take unto you words, his meaning is not that they should affectedly study a forme of words for God, much lesse that they should artificially counterfeit words which their hearts had not conceived, And when the Prophet Says, Take unto you words, his meaning is not that they should affectedly study a Form of words for God, much less that they should artificially counterfeit words which their hearts had not conceived, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz, vvb p-acp pn22 n2, po31 n1 vbz xx cst pns32 vmd av-vvn vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1, av-d av-dc cst pns32 vmd av-j vvi n2 r-crq po32 n2 vhd xx vvn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15708 or were not correspondent to their hearts, (many speake words, even to God, which never come neare but are meere strangers to the intents of their hearts) but sincere words, humble words, words of supplication, not expostulating words, not quarrelling words, not murmuring words, not meere complaining words, or were not correspondent to their hearts, (many speak words, even to God, which never come near but Are mere Strangers to the intents of their hearts) but sincere words, humble words, words of supplication, not expostulating words, not quarreling words, not murmuring words, not mere complaining words, cc vbdr xx j p-acp po32 n2, (d vvb n2, av p-acp np1, r-crq av-x vvb av-j cc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2) p-acp j n2, j n2, n2 pp-f n1, xx vvg n2, xx vvg n2, xx vvg n2, xx j vvg n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15709 but take to you words of confession, and submission, and so present your selves and your condition before the Lord. but take to you words of Confessi, and submission, and so present your selves and your condition before the Lord. cc-acp vvb p-acp pn22 n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc av vvb po22 n2 cc po22 n1 p-acp dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15710 The Preacher ( Eccles: 12.10.) sought to finde out acceptable words, and so should we when we speake unto men; The Preacher (Eccles: 12.10.) sought to find out acceptable words, and so should we when we speak unto men; dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvd pc-acp vvi av j n2, cc av vmd pns12 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15711 Preachers of the word should seeke to finde out acceptable words; Preachers of the word should seek to find out acceptable words; n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av j n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15712 not fine words, not swelling words of vanity, not slattering soothing words, but acceptable words, that is, such as may finde easie passage into the heart; not fine words, not swelling words of vanity, not slattering soothing words, but acceptable words, that is, such as may find easy passage into the heart; xx j n2, xx vvg n2 pp-f n1, xx j-vvg vvg n2, cc-acp j n2, cst vbz, d c-acp vmb vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15713 or such words as may make their passage into the heart, through the power of the Spirit of God. or such words as may make their passage into the heart, through the power of the Spirit of God. cc d n2 c-acp vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15714 Now if the Preacher sought to finde out acceptable words, when he spake to the people, much more should we when we speak to God. Now if the Preacher sought to find out acceptable words, when he spoke to the people, much more should we when we speak to God. av cs dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi av j n2, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc vmd pns12 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15715 O how should we labour then to finde out acceptable words. All words are not fit to be spoken unto God; O how should we labour then to find out acceptable words. All words Are not fit to be spoken unto God; sy q-crq vmd pns12 vvi av pc-acp vvi av j n2. av-d n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15716 the words that are (in such cases as the text speakes of) may be reduced to these two heads. the words that Are (in such cases as the text speaks of) may be reduced to these two Heads. dt n2 cst vbr (p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f) vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2539 Page 790
15717 First, They must be God justifying words, that is, words by which we acquit the Justice of God, First, They must be God justifying words, that is, words by which we acquit the justice of God, ord, pns32 vmb vbi np1 vvg n2, cst vbz, n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2540 Page 790
15718 how sore, and how heavy soever his hand is upon us. how soar, and how heavy soever his hand is upon us. c-crq av-j, cc c-crq j av po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2540 Page 790
15719 When Daniel (Chap: 9.7, 14.) was laying before the Lord the calamitous state of that people (they were under as sore judgements as ever nation was, For under the whole heavens (saith he there) hath not been done, as God hath done unto Jerusalem ) yet all the words he spake unto God, tended unto the justification of God; When daniel (Chap: 9.7, 14.) was laying before the Lord the calamitous state of that people (they were under as soar Judgments as ever Nation was, For under the Whole heavens (Says he there) hath not been done, as God hath done unto Jerusalem) yet all the words he spoke unto God, tended unto the justification of God; c-crq np1 (n1: crd, crd) vbds vvg p-acp dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f d n1 (pns32 vbdr p-acp p-acp j n2 c-acp av n1 vbds, p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n2 (vvz pns31 pc-acp) vhz xx vbn vdn, c-acp np1 vhz vdn p-acp np1) av d dt n2 pns31 vvd p-acp np1, vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2540 Page 790
15720 O Lord (said he) righteousnesse belongeth unto thee, but unto us confusion of faces, O Lord (said he) righteousness belongeth unto thee, but unto us confusion of faces, sy n1 (vvd pns31) n1 vvz p-acp pno21, cc-acp p-acp pno12 n1 pp-f n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2540 Page 790
15721 as at this day, to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, &c. We have not had one stroake more, as At this day, to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, etc. We have not had one stroke more, c-acp p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av pns12 vhb xx vhn crd n1 av-dc, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2540 Page 790
15722 then we have deserved, there hath not been a grain of weight more in our burthen, then we have deserved, there hath not been a grain of weight more in our burden, cs pns12 vhb vvn, pc-acp vhz xx vbn dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dc p-acp po12 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2540 Page 790
15723 then we have brought upon our selves, there hath not been a drop in our cup more then we have given just cause for, Therefore hath the Lord watched upon the evil, then we have brought upon our selves, there hath not been a drop in our cup more then we have given just cause for, Therefore hath the Lord watched upon the evil, cs pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vhz xx vbn dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 av-dc cs pns12 vhb vvn j n1 p-acp, av vhz dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n-jn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2540 Page 791
15724 and brought it upon us, for the Lord our God is righteous in all his works, which he doth, and brought it upon us, for the Lord our God is righteous in all his works, which he does, cc vvd pn31 p-acp pno12, c-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vbz j p-acp d po31 n2, r-crq pns31 vdz, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2540 Page 791
15725 for we obeyed not his voice; these are words fit to be spoken unto God. Secondly, We are to take to our selves self-condemning, self-abasing, self-emptying words. for we obeyed not his voice; these Are words fit to be spoken unto God. Secondly, We Are to take to our selves self-condemning, self-abasing, self-emptying words. c-acp pns12 vvd xx po31 n1; d vbr n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. ord, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 j, j, j n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2540 Page 791
15726 Such we finde in that chapter, ( v. 5, 6, 7.) To us belong shame, and confusion of face, &c. these are the words we should take to our selves, Such we find in that chapter, (v. 5, 6, 7.) To us belong shame, and confusion of face, etc. these Are the words we should take to our selves, d pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, (n1 crd, crd, crd) p-acp pno12 vvi n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, av d vbr dt n2 pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2541 Page 791
15727 and thus it is meet to be said unto God, whensoever his chastisements are upon us. Secondly Observe. and thus it is meet to be said unto God, whensoever his chastisements Are upon us. Secondly Observe. cc av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, c-crq po31 n2 vbr p-acp pno12. ord vvb. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2541 Page 791
15728 It is our duty to acknowledge it to God, that he hath chastened us, when he hath. It is our duty to acknowledge it to God, that he hath chastened us, when he hath. pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pno12, c-crq pns31 vhz. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2542 Page 791
15729 We must own his hand in afflicting us, as much as in prospering us, in casting us down, We must own his hand in afflicting us, as much as in prospering us, in casting us down, pns12 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg pno12, c-acp d c-acp p-acp vvg pno12, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15730 as much as in lifting us up, in wounding us, as much as in healing us; as much as in lifting us up, in wounding us, as much as in healing us; c-acp d c-acp p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp, p-acp vvg pno12, c-acp d c-acp p-acp vvg pno12; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15731 It is meet to be said unto God, we have born chastisement, thy hand hath been upon us. It is meet to be said unto God, we have born chastisement, thy hand hath been upon us. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vhb vvn n1, po21 n1 vhz vbn p-acp pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15732 The neglect of, or rather obstinacy against this, is charged as a great sin ( Isa. 26.17.) Lord, when thy hand is lifted up, they will not see; The neglect of, or rather obstinacy against this, is charged as a great since (Isaiah 26.17.) Lord, when thy hand is lifted up, they will not see; dt n1 pp-f, cc av-c n1 p-acp d, vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 (np1 crd.) n1, c-crq po21 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, pns32 vmb xx vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15733 that is, they will not acknowledge thy most eminent appearances in anger against them. that is, they will not acknowledge thy most eminent appearances in anger against them. cst vbz, pns32 vmb xx vvi po21 av-ds j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15734 'Tis so with many at this day, though there be a hand of God (as it were) visibly afflicting their bodies, It's so with many At this day, though there be a hand of God (as it were) visibly afflicting their bodies, pn31|vbz av p-acp d p-acp d n1, cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) av-j vvg po32 n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15735 and estates, their children and families; yet they will not see, that it is a hand of God; and estates, their children and families; yet they will not see, that it is a hand of God; cc n2, po32 n2 cc n2; av pns32 vmb xx vvi, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15736 but say as the Philistines, it is a chance, or, it is our ill fortune; but say as the philistines, it is a chance, or, it is our ill fortune; cc-acp vvb p-acp dt njp2, pn31 vbz dt n1, cc, pn31 vbz po12 j-jn n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15737 it is from the negligence of this man, or from the malice of that other man. it is from the negligence of this man, or from the malice of that other man. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15738 All this while there is no acknowledgement of the hand of God. All this while there is no acknowledgement of the hand of God. av-d d n1 pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15739 They say not with Eli, (1 Sam. 3.18.) It is the Lord; nor with David, (Psal. 39.9, 10.) I was dumb, I opened not my mouth, because thou didst it; They say not with Eli, (1 Sam. 3.18.) It is the Lord; nor with David, (Psalm 39.9, 10.) I was dumb, I opened not my Mouth, Because thou didst it; pns32 vvb xx p-acp np1, (vvd np1 crd.) pn31 vbz dt n1; ccx p-acp np1, (np1 crd, crd) pns11 vbds j, pns11 vvd xx po11 n1, c-acp pns21 vdd2 pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15740 Remove thy stroke away from me, I am consumed by the blow of thine hand. Remove thy stroke away from me, I am consumed by the blow of thine hand. vvb po21 n1 av p-acp pno11, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15741 It is as much our duty, and for the glory of God, to confess that our afflictions are of God, as our mercies and favours. Thirdly Observe. It is as much our duty, and for the glory of God, to confess that our afflictions Are of God, as our Mercies and favours. Thirdly Observe. pn31 vbz p-acp d po12 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cst po12 n2 vbr pp-f np1, c-acp po12 n2 cc n2. ord vvb. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2543 Page 791
15742 The chastenings of God must be born, they must be endured. Many are chastised who cannot say they have born chastisements; The chastenings of God must be born, they must be endured. Many Are chastised who cannot say they have born chastisements; dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vbi vvn. d vbr vvn r-crq vmbx vvi pns32 vhb vvn n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2544 Page 791
15743 It's an ordinary thing to be under chastisement, but its a great thing and requires much holy skill and spiritualness to bear a chastisement; It's an ordinary thing to be under chastisement, but its a great thing and requires much holy skill and spiritualness to bear a chastisement; pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz dt j n1 cc vvz d j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2545 Page 791
15744 the duty of a Christian lies most in two points. First in doing, or in active obedience. the duty of a Christian lies most in two points. First in doing, or in active Obedience. dt n1 pp-f dt njp vvz ds p-acp crd n2. ord p-acp vdg, cc p-acp j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2545 Page 792
15745 Secondly in suffering, or in passive obedience, and there is as much of God, as much of grace, Secondly in suffering, or in passive Obedience, and there is as much of God, as much of grace, ord p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n1, cc pc-acp vbz p-acp d pp-f np1, c-acp d pp-f n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2547 Page 792
15746 as much of holiness, yea I may say much more held out in bearing and in suffering, as much of holiness, yea I may say much more held out in bearing and in suffering, c-acp d pp-f n1, uh pns11 vmb vvi av-d av-dc vvd av p-acp vvg cc p-acp vvg, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2547 Page 792
15747 then there is in acting or in doing. then there is in acting or in doing. cs pc-acp vbz p-acp vvg cc p-acp vdg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2547 Page 792
15748 But you will say, what is it to bear, that you make it so difficult a matter to bear chastisements? How must chastisements be born? or what is it to bear them? But you will say, what is it to bear, that you make it so difficult a matter to bear chastisements? How must chastisements be born? or what is it to bear them? p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, r-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst pn22 vvb pn31 av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2? q-crq vmb n2 vbb vvn? cc q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi pno32? (35) chapter (DIV2) 2548 Page 792
15749 I will answer the question under two heads. First, Negatively, To bear chastisement is not I will answer the question under two Heads. First, Negatively, To bear chastisement is not pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp crd n2. ord, av-j, pc-acp vvi n1 vbz xx (35) chapter (DIV2) 2549 Page 792
15750 First, meerly to finde or feel it upon our shoulders as a burthen which pincheth or presseth us; so a beast may bear. First, merely to find or feel it upon our shoulders as a burden which pincheth or Presseth us; so a beast may bear. ord, av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz cc vvz pno12; av dt n1 vmb vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2550 Page 792
15751 Secondly, it is not a bearing meerly because we cannot help it, or be rid of our burden, Secondly, it is not a bearing merely Because we cannot help it, or be rid of our burden, ord, pn31 vbz xx dt vvg av-j c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi pn31, cc vbi vvn pp-f po12 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2551 Page 792
15752 for so the worst of men may bear; they bear the greatest burthens that God layeth upon them, because they cannot avoid them, nor ease themselves of them. for so the worst of men may bear; they bear the greatest burdens that God Layeth upon them, Because they cannot avoid them, nor ease themselves of them. c-acp av dt js pp-f n2 vmb vvi; pns32 vvb dt js n2 cst np1 vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi pno32, ccx vvb px32 pp-f pno32. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2551 Page 792
15753 Thirdly, It is not a bearing stoutly, or slightingly, to make nothing of it; Thirdly, It is not a bearing stoutly, or slightingly, to make nothing of it; ord, pn31 vbz xx dt vvg av-j, cc av-vvg, p-acp vvi pix pp-f pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2552 Page 792
15754 so proud men bear, men of unsubdued spirits unto God, and his word, regard not what they bear, so proud men bear, men of unsubdued spirits unto God, and his word, regard not what they bear, av j n2 vvi, n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp np1, cc po31 n1, vvb xx r-crq pns32 vvb, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2552 Page 792
15755 nor what God doth to them. Fourthly, It is not a bearing them sowrly or sullenly; for so discontented persons bear; nor what God does to them. Fourthly, It is not a bearing them sourly or sullenly; for so discontented Persons bear; ccx r-crq n1 vdz p-acp pno32. ord, pn31 vbz xx dt vvg pno32 av-j cc j; c-acp av j-vvn n2 vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2552 Page 792
15756 yea, so the devil beareth the burthen which the hand of God hath laid upon him. yea, so the Devil bears the burden which the hand of God hath laid upon him. uh, av dt n1 vvz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2553 Page 792
15757 Fifthly, Nor is it a bearing chastisement faintly or dispondingly; so weak believers bear. To bear and faint, is not the bearing of faith. Fifthly, Nor is it a bearing chastisement faintly or despondingly; so weak believers bear. To bear and faint, is not the bearing of faith. ord, ccx vbz pn31 dt j-vvg n1 av-j cc av-vvg; av j n2 vvi. pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vbz xx dt n-vvg pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2554 Page 792
15758 Neither of these are the bearing of chastisement which Elihu intends in this counsel, when he saith, It is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisment. Neither of these Are the bearing of chastisement which Elihu intends in this counsel, when he Says, It is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement. d pp-f d vbr dt n-vvg pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2554 Page 792
15759 Thus ye see the Negative, what the bearing of it is not? Thus you see the Negative, what the bearing of it is not? av pn22 vvb dt j-jn, r-crq dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 vbz xx? (35) chapter (DIV2) 2554 Page 792
15760 Secondly, I answer affirmatively, To bear a chastisement as an act or work of grace, is Secondly, I answer affirmatively, To bear a chastisement as an act or work of grace, is ord, pns11 vvb av-j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz (35) chapter (DIV2) 2555 Page 792
15761 First to bear it sensibly; that is, feeling the weight of the hand of God, and tasting the bitterness of that cup of sorrow which he giveth us to drink. First to bear it sensibly; that is, feeling the weight of the hand of God, and tasting the bitterness of that cup of sorrow which he gives us to drink. ord pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j; cst vbz, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2556 Page 792
15762 Secondly, 'Tis a bearing of it submittingly, humbly, patiently, laying our selves down at the foot of God, Secondly, It's a bearing of it submittingly, humbly, patiently, laying our selves down At the foot of God, ord, pn31|vbz dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 av-j, av-j, av-j, vvg po12 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2557 Page 792
15763 and saying, as Eli did, Let him do what seemeth him good; and saying, as Eli did, Let him do what seems him good; cc vvg, c-acp np1 vdd, vvb pno31 vdi r-crq vvz pno31 j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2557 Page 792
15764 or as David, (2 Sam. 15.26.) Behold, here I am, let him do to me as seemeth good unto him. or as David, (2 Sam. 15.26.) Behold, Here I am, let him do to me as seems good unto him. cc c-acp np1, (crd np1 crd.) vvb, av pns11 vbm, vvb pno31 vdi p-acp pno11 p-acp vvz j p-acp pno31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2557 Page 792
15765 We never bear any evil of affliction well, till we can say (with a sweet resignation of our selves) to God, do with us what seemeth to thee good. We never bear any evil of affliction well, till we can say (with a sweet resignation of our selves) to God, do with us what seems to thee good. pns12 av vvi d n-jn pp-f n1 av, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2) p-acp np1, vdb p-acp pno12 r-crq vvz p-acp pno21 j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2557 Page 793
15766 And (for our encouragement I may say) nothing can hurt a godly man which seemeth good to God. And (for our encouragement I may say) nothing can hurt a godly man which seems good to God. cc (p-acp po12 n1 pns11 vmb vvi) pix vmb vvi dt j n1 r-crq vvz j p-acp np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2557 Page 793
15767 Thirdly, 'Tis a contentful bearing, or a bearing contentedly; Thirdly, It's a contentful bearing, or a bearing contentedly; ord, pn31|vbz dt j n-vvg, cc dt j-vvg n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2558 Page 793
15768 Thus Christ spake ( Psal. 40. and 'tis cited by the Apostle Heb. 10.) Lo, I come to do thy will, I am content to do it; Thus christ spoke (Psalm 40. and it's cited by the Apostle Hebrew 10.) Lo, I come to do thy will, I am content to do it; av np1 vvd (np1 crd cc pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 crd) uh, pns11 vvb pc-acp vdi po21 n1, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vdi pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2558 Page 793
15769 what was that? It was to bear or suffer; what was that? It was to bear or suffer; r-crq vbds d? pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2558 Page 793
15770 the greatest part of what Christ was to do, was to bear or suffer the chastisement of our peace, (Isa. 53.5.) and in suffering to be made a sacrifice for us; the greatest part of what christ was to do, was to bear or suffer the chastisement of our peace, (Isaiah 53.5.) and in suffering to be made a sacrifice for us; dt js n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vbds pc-acp vdi, vbds pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (np1 crd.) cc p-acp vvg pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2558 Page 793
15771 his contentment to do the will of God, was a contentment to suffer. Of such a spirit should the people of God be; his contentment to do the will of God, was a contentment to suffer. Of such a Spirit should the people of God be; po31 n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds dt n1 pc-acp vvi. pp-f d dt n1 vmd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2558 Page 793
15772 bearing chastisement not only patiently, but contentedly; bearing chastisement not only patiently, but contentedly; vvg n1 xx av-j av-j, cc-acp n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2558 Page 793
15773 this is hard, but this cannot be left out in the full exercise of that grace. this is hard, but this cannot be left out in the full exercise of that grace. d vbz j, cc-acp d vmbx vbi vvn av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2558 Page 793
15774 Fourthly, 'Tis to bear it (more then contentedly) willingly; Fourthly, It's to bear it (more then contentedly) willingly; ord, pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 (av-dc cs n1) av-vvg; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2559 Page 793
15775 how free was Christ to bear, when he said ( John 18.11.) The cup which my father hath given me, shall I not drink it? Surely I will, I am willing to drink it, how free was christ to bear, when he said (John 18.11.) The cup which my father hath given me, shall I not drink it? Surely I will, I am willing to drink it, c-crq j vbds np1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd (np1 crd.) dt n1 r-crq po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, vmb pns11 xx vvi pn31? np1 pns11 vmb, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pn31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2559 Page 793
15776 though it be a bitter cup. We are not to will our sufferings, but to suffer them willingly; though it be a bitter cup. We Are not to will our sufferings, but to suffer them willingly; cs pn31 vbb dt j n1. pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2559 Page 793
15777 there is a vast difference between these two; there is a vast difference between these two; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d crd; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2559 Page 793
15778 I do not say we are to will our sufferings, but we are to suffer them willingly; I do not say we Are to will our sufferings, but we Are to suffer them willingly; pns11 vdb xx vvi pns12 vbr p-acp vmb po12 n2, cc-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2559 Page 793
15779 we must suffer what, and how, and when, and how long God will; we must suffer what, and how, and when, and how long God will; pns12 vmb vvi r-crq, cc c-crq, cc c-crq, cc c-crq j np1 vmb; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2559 Page 793
15780 and when God willeth our sufferings, we must suffer with our wills, or be willing to suffer. and when God wills our sufferings, we must suffer with our wills, or be willing to suffer. cc c-crq np1 vvz po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2559 Page 793
15781 Fifthly, To bear chastisement in the sence here intended, is not only to bear it with our will, Fifthly, To bear chastisement in the sense Here intended, is not only to bear it with our will, ord, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 av vvn, vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2560 Page 793
15782 but with our affections, not only willingly, but acceptably, and embracingly; 'tis to say welcome cross, because it is the will of God. but with our affections, not only willingly, but acceptably, and embracingly; it's to say welcome cross, Because it is the will of God. cc-acp p-acp po12 n2, xx av-j av-j, cc-acp av-j, cc av-vvg; pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi j-jn n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2560 Page 793
15783 There is no chastisement that we can rejoyce in, or have any affection to, considered in it self, There is no chastisement that we can rejoice in, or have any affection to, considered in it self, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, cc vhb d n1 p-acp, vvn p-acp pn31 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2560 Page 793
15804 First, We must bear them according to all the rules before given, because they come from God. First, We must bear them according to all the rules before given, Because they come from God. ord, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 vvg p-acp d dt n2 a-acp vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2563 Page 794
15784 but to bear chastisement in contemplation of the will of God, should work our hearts to an accepting, to an embracing, to a welcoming of it; but to bear chastisement in contemplation of the will of God, should work our hearts to an accepting, to an embracing, to a welcoming of it; cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt vvg, p-acp dt vvg, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2560 Page 793
15785 we should say to all our sufferings, welcome, by the will of God. Sixthly, 'Tis to bear it prayerfully; we should say to all our sufferings, welcome, by the will of God. Sixthly, It's to bear it prayerfully; pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d po12 n2, uh-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. j, pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2560 Page 793
15786 we must bear silently in opposition to complaining; but we must not bear silently in opposition to praying. we must bear silently in opposition to complaining; but we must not bear silently in opposition to praying. pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp n1 p-acp vvg; cc-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi av-j p-acp n1 p-acp vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 793
15787 While chastisement is upon our backs, supplications must be in our mouths; While chastisement is upon our backs, supplications must be in our mouths; n1 n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2, n2 vmb vbi p-acp po12 n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 793
15788 and we must pray, first, That we may see the reason why or for what cause God chasteneth us: and we must pray, First, That we may see the reason why or for what cause God Chasteneth us: cc pns12 vmb vvi, ord, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz pno12: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 793
15789 Secondly, We must pray, that we may answer the ends which God aimeth at in chastening us. Secondly, We must pray, that we may answer the ends which God aimeth At in chastening us. ord, pns12 vmb vvi, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp p-acp vvg pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15790 Thirdly, That we may have fresh power to bear his chastenings. Fourthly, That God would be pleased to remove our chastenings. Thirdly, That we may have fresh power to bear his chastenings. Fourthly, That God would be pleased to remove our chastenings. ord, cst pns12 vmb vhi j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2-vvg. ord, cst np1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15791 While we bear chastenings, we may pray, and pray hard that God would take them away. While we bear chastenings, we may pray, and pray hard that God would take them away. cs pns12 vvb n2, pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvb av-j cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15792 David had no sooner said, I opened not my mouth, (that is, complainingly) because thou didst it (Psal. 39.9.) but presently he opened his mouth in prayer ( vers. 10.) Remove thy stroke away from me. David had no sooner said, I opened not my Mouth, (that is, complainingly) Because thou didst it (Psalm 39.9.) but presently he opened his Mouth in prayer (vers. 10.) Remove thy stroke away from me. np1 vhd av-dx av-c vvn, pns11 vvd xx po11 n1, (cst vbz, av-vvg) c-acp pns21 vdd2 pn31 (np1 crd.) p-acp av-j pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1 (fw-la. crd) vvb po21 n1 av p-acp pno11. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15793 While we bear our cross patiently and willingly, it would be our sin not to pray for deliverance from it. While we bear our cross patiently and willingly, it would be our since not to pray for deliverance from it. cs pns12 vvb po12 n1 av-j cc av-j, pn31 vmd vbi po12 n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15794 To say I am under a chastisement, and let the Lord keep it upon me as long as he will, I will never ask him to take it off, were a most unbecoming frame of spirit. To say I am under a chastisement, and let the Lord keep it upon me as long as he will, I will never ask him to take it off, were a most unbecoming frame of Spirit. p-acp vvb pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 vvb pn31 p-acp pno11 c-acp j c-acp pns31 vmb, pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, vbdr dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15795 They that bear affliction most cheerfully, should pray most earnestly to be eased of it; They that bear affliction most cheerfully, should pray most earnestly to be eased of it; pns32 cst vvb n1 av-ds av-j, vmd vvi av-ds av-j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15796 we must be willing to bear them alwayes, yet we must pray that we may not bear them long. we must be willing to bear them always, yet we must pray that we may not bear them long. pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 av, av pns12 vmb vvi cst pns12 vmb xx vvi pno32 av-j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15797 If a childe under the rod of a parent, should not say, pray father stay your hand, it is enough, but let him go on striking, If a child under the rod of a parent, should not say, pray father stay your hand, it is enough, but let him go on striking, cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmd xx vvi, vvb n1 vvi po22 n1, pn31 vbz av-d, p-acp vvi pno31 vvi p-acp vvg, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15798 and never intimate a desire of his forbearance, this were a signe of stubbornness, not of patience and submission. and never intimate a desire of his forbearance, this were a Signen of stubbornness, not of patience and submission. cc av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, d vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1, xx pp-f n1 cc n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15799 'Tis as bad not to ask release from our troubles, as to murmure at them, or to be unquiet under them. It's as bad not to ask release from our Troubles, as to murmur At them, or to be unquiet under them. pn31|vbz p-acp j xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno32. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15800 Remember then, you must be as much in the exercise of prayer as of patience under the cross, remember then, you must be as much in the exercise of prayer as of patience under the cross, np1 av, pn22 vmb vbi c-acp av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15801 and that in these four respects. Thus you have the answer to that question; and that in these four respects. Thus you have the answer to that question; cc cst p-acp d crd n2. av pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15802 by which it appears, that 'tis no easie matter to say what Elihu saith, It is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement? by which it appears, that it's not easy matter to say what Elihu Says, It is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement? p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz, cst pn31|vbz xx j n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vvz, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1? (35) chapter (DIV2) 2561 Page 794
15803 There is yet another question, (for some may demand) why should chastisements be thus born? I answer, There is yet Another question, (for Some may demand) why should chastisements be thus born? I answer, pc-acp vbz av j-jn n1, (c-acp d vmb vvi) q-crq vmd n2 vbi av vvn? pns11 vvb, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2562 Page 794
15806 therefore old Eli, though he had failed, and sinned greatly, and so brought a cloud of calamity upon himself and his family (the very report whereof, Therefore old Eli, though he had failed, and sinned greatly, and so brought a cloud of calamity upon himself and his family (the very report whereof, av j np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn, cc vvd av-j, cc av vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31 cc po31 n1 (dt j n1 c-crq, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2563 Page 794
15807 as Samuel told him, would make both ears of every one that heard it, to tingle) yet he composed his spirit to a submissive hearing of it, upon this single consideration, It is the Lord, and there is enough in that consideration to make all men submit. as Samuel told him, would make both ears of every one that herd it, to tingle) yet he composed his Spirit to a submissive hearing of it, upon this single consideration, It is the Lord, and there is enough in that consideration to make all men submit. c-acp np1 vvd pno31, vmd vvi d n2 pp-f d crd cst vvd pn31, pc-acp vvi) av pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp d j n1, pn31 vbz dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp cst n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2563 Page 794
15808 For first, The Lord is supream, and therefore what he doth must be born. Secondly, He is a Father, a childe must bear what a Father layeth upon him; For First, The Lord is supreme, and Therefore what he does must be born. Secondly, He is a Father, a child must bear what a Father Layeth upon him; p-acp ord, dt n1 vbz j, cc av q-crq pns31 vdz vmb vbi vvn. ord, pns31 vbz dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2563 Page 794
15809 and as the Lord is a father, so he is not a hasty, imprudent, or passionate father, and as the Lord is a father, so he is not a hasty, imprudent, or passionate father, cc c-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1, av pns31 vbz xx dt j, j, cc j n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2563 Page 794
15810 but a most wise and judicious father; therefore 'tis our interest as well as our duty to bear his chastisements. but a most wise and judicious father; Therefore it's our Interest as well as our duty to bear his chastisements. cc-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1; av pn31|vbz po12 n1 c-acp av c-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2563 Page 794
15811 Yea, he is a gracious, tender, and compassionate father, and when we know he that layeth a hand of affliction upon us, hath also a heart full of compassion towards us, we should willingly bear his hand. Yea, he is a gracious, tender, and compassionate father, and when we know he that Layeth a hand of affliction upon us, hath also a heart full of compassion towards us, we should willingly bear his hand. uh, pns31 vbz dt j, j, cc j n1, cc c-crq pns12 vvb pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, vhz av dt n1 j pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd av-j vvi po31 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2563 Page 795
15812 Secondly, Chastisements are to be born in the manner directed, because they are for our good, Secondly, Chastisements Are to be born in the manner directed, Because they Are for our good, ord, n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po12 j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2564 Page 795
15813 and shall we not bear what is good for us? It is good for me (said David, Psal. 119.71.) that I have been afflicted; and shall we not bear what is good for us? It is good for me (said David, Psalm 119.71.) that I have been afflicted; cc vmb pns12 xx vvi r-crq vbz j p-acp pno12? pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11 (vvd np1, np1 crd.) cst pns11 vhb vbn vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2564 Page 795
15814 and so the Apostle ( Heb. 12.10.) For they verily for a few dayes, chastened us after their own pleasure, and so the Apostle (Hebrew 12.10.) For they verily for a few days, chastened us After their own pleasure, cc av dt n1 (np1 crd.) c-acp pns32 av-j p-acp dt d n2, vvn pno12 p-acp po32 d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2564 Page 795
15815 but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness. but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness. cc-acp pns31 p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi n2 pp-f po31 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2564 Page 795
15816 Chastisements are for our profit, and shall not we bear that which is for our profit? If God should lay chastisements on us for our hurt, meerly to vex us, Chastisements Are for our profit, and shall not we bear that which is for our profit? If God should lay chastisements on us for our hurt, merely to vex us, n2 vbr p-acp po12 n1, cc vmb xx pns12 vvi d r-crq vbz p-acp po12 n1? cs np1 vmd vvi n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1, av-j pc-acp vvi pno12, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2564 Page 795
15817 & to put us to pain, or meerly because he delights in our sufferings, who could bear them? But it is meet to bear what God layes upon us, & to put us to pain, or merely Because he delights in our sufferings, who could bear them? But it is meet to bear what God lays upon us, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc av-j c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vmd vvi pno32? p-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno12, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2564 Page 795
15818 because he doth it for our good and profit. Because he does it for our good and profit. c-acp pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp po12 j cc n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2564 Page 795
15819 Thirdly, We must bear chastisements in the manner shewed, because unless we bear them so, they will do us no good, Thirdly, We must bear chastisements in the manner showed, Because unless we bear them so, they will do us no good, ord, pns12 vmb vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 vvd, c-acp cs pns12 vvb pno32 av, pns32 vmb vdi pno12 av-dx j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15820 or we shall have no profit by them, and that's a misery indeed. To bear smart, and finde no advantage coming in by it; or we shall have no profit by them, and that's a misery indeed. To bear smart, and find no advantage coming in by it; cc pns12 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno32, cc d|vbz dt n1 av. p-acp vvi n1, cc vvb dx n1 vvg p-acp p-acp pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15821 to drink gall, and to have no sweetness come out of it; to endure loss, and to have no kinde of profit by it is very grievous. to drink Gall, and to have no sweetness come out of it; to endure loss, and to have no kind of profit by it is very grievous. pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vhi dx n1 vvb av pp-f pn31; pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vhi dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 vbz av j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15822 Now what ever chastisement is laid upon any, it doth them no good, and they can have no profit by it, Now what ever chastisement is laid upon any, it does them no good, and they can have no profit by it, av q-crq av n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, pn31 vdz pno32 dx j, cc pns32 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pn31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15823 unless they bear it as was before described; unless they bear it as was before described; cs pns32 vvb pn31 a-acp vbds p-acp vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15824 it is not the bare being afflicted, that doth us good, but it is the wise management, it is not the bore being afflicted, that does us good, but it is the wise management, pn31 vbz xx dt j vbg vvn, cst vdz pno12 j, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15826 and therefore we finde, that the Apostle ( Heb. 12.11.) when he had said, There is no affliction joyous for the present, and Therefore we find, that the Apostle (Hebrew 12.11.) when he had said, There is no affliction joyous for the present, cc av pns12 vvb, cst dt n1 (np1 crd.) c-crq pns31 vhd vvn, pc-acp vbz dx n1 j p-acp dt j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15827 but grievous, adds, Nevertheless afterwards it yeildeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness, (but to whom? What to every one that is afflicted, have they these sweet fruits? No, but grievous, adds, Nevertheless afterwards it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness, (but to whom? What to every one that is afflicted, have they these sweet fruits? No, cc-acp j, vvz, av av pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (cc-acp p-acp qo-crq? q-crq p-acp d pi cst vbz vvn, vhb pns32 d j n2? uh-dx, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15828 but) to them that are exercised thereby. but) to them that Are exercised thereby. cc-acp) p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15829 Afflictions bring no sweet fruits to them that have them, unless they be exercised by them: Afflictions bring no sweet fruits to them that have them, unless they be exercised by them: n2 vvb dx j n2 p-acp pno32 cst vhb pno32, cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp pno32: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15830 how exercised? Afflictions exercise every one that hath them; how exercised? Afflictions exercise every one that hath them; c-crq vvn? n2 vvb d pi cst vhz pno32; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15831 they are to all a passive exercise, but to be exercised, notes here an active exercise; they Are to all a passive exercise, but to be exercised, notes Here an active exercise; pns32 vbr p-acp d dt j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn, vvz av dt j n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15832 they who graciously exercise themselves in affliction, shall without doubt finde benefit and fruit by affliction. they who graciously exercise themselves in affliction, shall without doubt find benefit and fruit by affliction. pns32 r-crq av-j vvi px32 p-acp n1, vmb p-acp n1 vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2565 Page 795
15833 But some may say, what is it to be thus exercised by affliction? I answer (for the opening of that Scripture) to be exercised, is, But Some may say, what is it to be thus exercised by affliction? I answer (for the opening of that Scripture) to be exercised, is, p-acp d vmb vvi, r-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp n1? pns11 vvb (c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1) pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2566 Page 796
15834 First, To be much in searching our own hearts, and wayes, or how 'tis with us, First, To be much in searching our own hearts, and ways, or how it's with us, ord, pc-acp vbi av-d p-acp vvg po12 d n2, cc n2, cc c-crq pn31|vbz p-acp pno12, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2567 Page 796
15835 and what hath been done by us, ( Eccles. 7.14.) In the day of adversity consider, that is, bethink your selves, First, What God is doing. and what hath been done by us, (Eccles. 7.14.) In the day of adversity Consider, that is, bethink your selves, First, What God is doing. cc q-crq vhz vbn vdn p-acp pno12, (np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi, cst vbz, vvb po22 n2, ord, q-crq n1 vbz vdg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2567 Page 796
15836 Secondly, What you have been doing. Thirdly, What becomes you to do in such a day. Secondly, What you have been doing. Thirdly, What becomes you to do in such a day. ord, r-crq pn22 vhb vbn vdg. ord, q-crq vvz pn22 pc-acp vdi p-acp d dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2567 Page 796
15837 The prophet points us to the two latter Duties of such a day in one verse, ( Lam. 3.40.) Let us search and try our wayes, The Prophet points us to the two latter Duties of such a day in one verse, (Lam. 3.40.) Let us search and try our ways, dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt crd d n2 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp crd n1, (np1 crd.) vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2567 Page 796
15838 and turn again to the Lord. To search our wayes, is to consider what we have been doing; and turn again to the Lord. To search our ways, is to Consider what we have been doing; cc vvb av p-acp dt n1. p-acp vvi po12 n2, vbz pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vhb vbn vdg; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2567 Page 796
15839 to turn to the Lord, is the great thing to be done, in a day of adversity. to turn to the Lord, is the great thing to be done, in a day of adversity. pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2567 Page 796
15840 Secondly, As this exercise of the soul consists in searching our own hearts; Secondly, As this exercise of the soul consists in searching our own hearts; ord, c-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp vvg po12 d n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2568 Page 796
15841 so in searching the heart of God (if I may so speak) that is, in an humble enquiry to the utmost, what God meaneth by any affliction, what hath moved him to afflict us; so in searching the heart of God (if I may so speak) that is, in an humble enquiry to the utmost, what God means by any affliction, what hath moved him to afflict us; av p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 (cs pns11 vmb av vvi) cst vbz, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1, r-crq vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2568 Page 796
15842 and we have as much cause to search Gods heart, as our own in this case. and we have as much cause to search God's heart, as our own in this case. cc pns12 vhb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, c-acp po12 d p-acp d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2568 Page 796
15843 Thus in that National affliction (2 Sam. 21.1.) when the famine continued three years, year after year, it is said, David enquired of the Lord, Thus in that National affliction (2 Sam. 21.1.) when the famine continued three Years, year After year, it is said, David inquired of the Lord, av p-acp cst j n1 (crd np1 crd.) c-crq dt n1 vvd crd n2, n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vvd pp-f dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2568 Page 796
15844 why is it thus? he search'd Gods heart by desiring an answer from the Lord, what sin it was which provoked him to that sad dispensation. why is it thus? he searched God's heart by desiring an answer from the Lord, what since it was which provoked him to that sad Dispensation. q-crq vbz pn31 av? pns31 vvd npg1 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 pn31 vbds r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp d j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2568 Page 796
15845 And thus we should be enquiring of God by prayer what sin he striketh at, And thus we should be inquiring of God by prayer what since he striketh At, cc av pns12 vmd vbi vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1 r-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2568 Page 796
15846 or what grace he specially calleth us to act by any affliction which he sendeth either upon our families or persons. or what grace he specially calls us to act by any affliction which he sends either upon our families or Persons. cc r-crq n1 pns31 av-j vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2568 Page 796
15847 Thirdly, There is an exercising of our selves in searching the affliction it self; first, into the nature of it. Thirdly, There is an exercising of our selves in searching the affliction it self; First, into the nature of it. ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp vvg dt n1 pn31 n1; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2569 Page 796
15848 Secondly, into the circumstances of it, how timed, and measured, by what hand, and in what way the Lord deals with us; Secondly, into the Circumstances of it, how timed, and measured, by what hand, and in what Way the Lord deals with us; ord, p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, c-crq vvn, cc vvn, p-acp r-crq n1, cc p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2569 Page 796
15849 this is a great exercise, and unless we are thus exercised under affliction, we get smart, this is a great exercise, and unless we Are thus exercised under affliction, we get smart, d vbz dt j n1, cc cs pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp n1, pns12 vvb n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2569 Page 796
15850 and loss, and bitterness, but no good at all by it. and loss, and bitterness, but no good At all by it. cc n1, cc n1, cc-acp dx j p-acp d p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2569 Page 796
15851 So much for the first counsel given Job by Elihu, It is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement. So much for the First counsel given Job by Elihu, It is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement. av av-d c-acp dt ord n1 vvn np1 p-acp np1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2569 Page 796
15852 His second counsel as it lies here in the order of the Text, is about the reformation, His second counsel as it lies Here in the order of the Text, is about the Reformation, po31 ord n1 c-acp pn31 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2570 Page 796
15853 or the amendment of what is amiss. I will not offend any more. or the amendment of what is amiss. I will not offend any more. cc dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av. pns11 vmb xx vvi d dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2570 Page 796
15854 It is fit the afflicted should say unto God, I wil not offend. The root of the word here used, signifieth somtimes the pains of travel in childe-bearing, ( Cant. 8.5.) I raised thee up under the Apple-tree, there thy mother brought thee forth, there she brought thee forth that bare thee. It is fit the afflicted should say unto God, I will not offend. The root of the word Here used, signifies sometimes the pains of travel in childbearing, (Cant 8.5.) I raised thee up under the Apple tree, there thy mother brought thee forth, there she brought thee forth that bore thee. pn31 vbz j dt j-vvn vmd vvi p-acp np1, pns11 vmb xx vvi. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn, vvz av dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j, (np1 crd.) pns11 vvd pno21 a-acp p-acp dt n1, a-acp po21 n1 vvd pno21 av, a-acp pns31 vvd pno21 av d vvd pno21. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15855 And again ( Psal. 7.14.) Behold he travelleth with iniquity, and hath conceived mischief, and brought forth falshood: And again (Psalm 7.14.) Behold he travelleth with iniquity, and hath conceived mischief, and brought forth falsehood: cc av (np1 crd.) vvb pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc vhz vvn n1, cc vvd av n1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15856 It signifieth also in Scripture to corrupt, or to pollute, ( Neh. 1.7.) We have dealt very corruptly against thee, It signifies also in Scripture to corrupt, or to pollute, (Neh 1.7.) We have dealt very corruptly against thee, pn31 vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, (np1 crd.) pns12 vhb vvn av av-j p-acp pno21, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15857 and have not kept the commandments, nor the statutes, nor the judgements which thou commandest thy servant Moses. and have not kept the Commandments, nor the statutes, nor the Judgments which thou Commandest thy servant Moses. cc vhb xx vvn dt n2, ccx dt n2, ccx dt n2 r-crq pns21 vv2 po21 n1 np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15858 To deal corruptly, or to do corruptly, what is it but to sin against or offend God? Every offence or sin, springs from the corruption of our own hearts, To deal corruptly, or to do corruptly, what is it but to sin against or offend God? Every offence or since, springs from the corruption of our own hearts, pc-acp vvi av-j, cc pc-acp vdi av-j, r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi np1? np1 n1 cc n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15859 and is a corruption of our wayes and manners. and is a corruption of our ways and manners. cc vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15860 Both these readings, I will not offend, or, I will not corrupt, meet in the same sence; Both these readings, I will not offend, or, I will not corrupt, meet in the same sense; av-d d n2-vvg, pns11 vmb xx vvi, cc, pns11 vmb xx vvi, vvb p-acp dt d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15861 for to corrupt our wayes is to offend, and to offend is to corrupt our wayes; for to corrupt our ways is to offend, and to offend is to corrupt our ways; c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vbz pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15862 to do any evil is to corrupt our selves, or others. So then, the meaning plainly is this, I will corrupt my way no more; to do any evil is to corrupt our selves, or Others. So then, the meaning plainly is this, I will corrupt my Way no more; pc-acp vdi d n-jn vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc n2-jn. av av, dt n1 av-j vbz d, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 av-dx av-dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15863 the man in affliction must say to God in a deep sence of, and sorrow for his former sins, offences, the man in affliction must say to God in a deep sense of, and sorrow for his former Sins, offences, dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp po31 j n2, n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15864 and corruptions, I will offend, I will corrupt no more. Now, comparing the former counsel with this; Observe, First. Chastisement is for amendment. and corruptions, I will offend, I will corrupt no more. Now, comparing the former counsel with this; Observe, First. Chastisement is for amendment. cc n2, pns11 vmb vvi, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. av, vvg dt j n1 p-acp d; vvb, ord. n1 vbz p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2571 Page 797
15865 The evil of affliction is brought upon us, that we may take heed of, and turn from the evil of sin, (that's intimated by the connexion) therefore to go on offending, The evil of affliction is brought upon us, that we may take heed of, and turn from the evil of since, (that's intimated by the connexion) Therefore to go on offending, dt n-jn pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f, cc vvi p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, (cst|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1) av pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2572 Page 797
15866 while God is chastening, is to add rebellion to our sin. while God is chastening, is to add rebellion to our since. cs np1 vbz vvg, vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2572 Page 797
15867 It was the brand of Ahaz (2 Chron. 28.22.) in the time of his distress, he trespassed yet more against the Lord; It was the brand of Ahaz (2 Chronicles 28.22.) in the time of his distress, he trespassed yet more against the Lord; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 (crd np1 crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd av av-dc p-acp dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2572 Page 797
15868 whereas being in distress, he should have said to the Lord, I will trespass no more. Note secondly. whereas being in distress, he should have said to the Lord, I will trespass no more. Note secondly. cs vbg p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. n1 ord. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2572 Page 797
15869 When God chastens us, we should promise amendment. When God chastens us, we should promise amendment. c-crq np1 vvz pno12, pns12 vmd vvi n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2573 Page 797
15870 We should tel God, we will him offend no more, we wil grieve him no more, we will provoke him no more, we will dishonour him no more; We should tell God, we will him offend no more, we will grieve him no more, we will provoke him no more, we will dishonour him no more; pns12 vmd vvi np1, pns12 vmb pno31 vvi av-dx av-dc, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av-dx av-dc, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av-dx av-dc, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av-dx av-dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2574 Page 797
15871 the least sin once committed is too much, therefore we should engage to sin no more. the least since once committed is too much, Therefore we should engage to since no more. dt ds n1 a-acp vvn vbz av av-d, av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2574 Page 797
15872 But it may be question'd, can any man make such a p•omise, or take such an engagement upon himself, But it may be questioned, can any man make such a p•omise, or take such an engagement upon himself, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, vmb d n1 vvi d dt n1, cc vvb d dt n1 p-acp px31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2575 Page 797
15873 when under chastisement, that he will offend no more? Is that degree of perfection attainable in this life, to offend no more? How then is this meet to be said unto God, I will offend no more? Must we promise things that we cannot perform? Is there any man chastened that offends not again? saith not the Apostle James, in many things we offend all? Is it then meet to say this unto God, I will offend no more? Is it not sinful to make a promise not to sin? I answer, First, by way of concession. when under chastisement, that he will offend no more? Is that degree of perfection attainable in this life, to offend no more? How then is this meet to be said unto God, I will offend no more? Must we promise things that we cannot perform? Is there any man chastened that offends not again? Says not the Apostle James, in many things we offend all? Is it then meet to say this unto God, I will offend no more? Is it not sinful to make a promise not to sin? I answer, First, by Way of concession. c-crq p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi av-dx dc? vbz d n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi av-dx dc? uh-crq av vbz d vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc? vmb pns12 vvi n2 cst pns12 vmbx vvi? vbz pc-acp d n1 vvn cst vvz xx av? vvz xx dt n1 np1, p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d? vbz pn31 av vvi pc-acp vvi d p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc? vbz pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi? pns11 vvb, ord, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2575 Page 798
15874 No man may promise, what ever his chastisements are, that he never will sin at all any more, no man can make any such promise, No man may promise, what ever his chastisements Are, that he never will sin At all any more, no man can make any such promise, dx n1 vmb vvi, r-crq av po31 n2 vbr, cst pns31 av-x vmb vvi p-acp d d dc, dx n1 vmb vvi d d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2576 Page 798
15875 neither is that the meaning here; neither is that the meaning Here; av-dx vbz d dt n1 av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2576 Page 798
15876 but he that is under the chastening hand of God, may and must, promise that he will not commit such, but he that is under the chastening hand of God, may and must, promise that he will not commit such, cc-acp pns31 cst vbz p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, vmb cc vmb, vvb cst pns31 vmb xx vvi d, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2576 Page 798
15877 or such a sin any more; or such a since any more; cc d dt n1 d dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2576 Page 798
15878 especially not such a sin as he most suspects to have brought the chastisement upon his back; especially not such a since as he most suspects to have brought the chastisement upon his back; av-j xx d dt n1 c-acp pns31 av-ds vvz pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2576 Page 798
15879 we may make promises against particular sins, though we cannot promise we will never sin. we may make promises against particular Sins, though we cannot promise we will never sin. pns12 vmb vvi n2 p-acp j n2, cs pns12 vmbx vvi pns12 vmb av-x vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2576 Page 798
15880 Secondly, We may promise, when we are under the chastening hand of God, that we will offend no more, in such a manner as we have offended formerly, Secondly, We may promise, when we Are under the chastening hand of God, that we will offend no more, in such a manner as we have offended formerly, ord, pns12 vmb vvi, c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn av-j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2577 Page 798
15881 so foolishly, so vainly, so negligently; so foolishly, so vainly, so negligently; av av-j, av av-j, av av-j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2577 Page 798
15882 we may and must promise to be more watchful, that we sin not the same sin again either for matter or manner. we may and must promise to be more watchful, that we sin not the same since again either for matter or manner. pns12 vmb cc vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av-dc j, cst pns12 vvb xx dt d n1 av av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2577 Page 798
15883 Thirdly, When chastened, we may say unto God absolutely, we will offend no more, with respect to the purpose of our souls; Thirdly, When chastened, we may say unto God absolutely, we will offend no more, with respect to the purpose of our Souls; ord, c-crq vvn, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 av-j, pns12 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
15884 that is, we must lay aside all purposes of committing any sin; that is, we must lay aside all Purposes of committing any since; d vbz, pns12 vmb vvi av d n2 pp-f vvg d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
15885 yea we may, we must tell the Lord, 'tis the desire and purpose of our souls, 'tis our ayme, yea we may, we must tell the Lord, it's the desire and purpose of our Souls, it's our aim, uh pns12 vmb, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, pn31|vbz po12 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
15886 and shall be our endeavour to offend no more. and shall be our endeavour to offend no more. cc vmb vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
16191 David was pardoned, yet God told him, the sword shall never depart from thy house; David was pardoned, yet God told him, the sword shall never depart from thy house; np1 vbds vvn, av np1 vvd pno31, dt n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp po21 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
15887 The ayme of every true believer is not to sin, though (in this world) it be not the attainment of any (1 John 2.1.) My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not: The aim of every true believer is not to since, though (in this world) it be not the attainment of any (1 John 2.1.) My little children, these things write I unto you, that you sin not: dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vbz xx p-acp n1, cs (p-acp d n1) pn31 vbi xx dt n1 pp-f d (crd np1 crd.) po11 j n2, d n2 vvb pns11 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vvb xx: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
15888 As if the Apostle had said, I would fain wynde up your hearts to such a pitch, that you may not sin at all; As if the Apostle had said, I would fain wind up your hearts to such a pitch, that you may not sin At all; c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, pns11 vmd av-j n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d dt n1, cst pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp d; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
15889 But if any man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father; I know you cannot but sin, yet let it be your care not to sin, But if any man since, we have an Advocate with the Father; I know you cannot but since, yet let it be your care not to sin, p-acp cs d n1 n1, pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1; pns11 vvb pn22 vmbx p-acp n1, av vvb pn31 vbi po22 n1 xx pc-acp vvi, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
15890 and your prayer to offend no more. and your prayer to offend no more. cc po22 n1 pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
15891 And how should we bless the Lord, if we could live without sin, and be for ever rid of it! And how should we bless the Lord, if we could live without since, and be for ever rid of it! cc q-crq vmd pns12 vvi dt n1, cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1, cc vbi c-acp av vvn pp-f pn31! (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
15892 we should wish a thousand times more to be quit of sin, then affliction; thus we must say unto God, we will offend no more. we should wish a thousand times more to be quit of since, then affliction; thus we must say unto God, we will offend no more. pns12 vmd vvi dt crd n2 av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n1, cs n1; av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2578 Page 798
15893 Fourthly, though we cannot promise, or take up such a resolution absolutely, nor in our own strength, Fourthly, though we cannot promise, or take up such a resolution absolutely, nor in our own strength, ord, cs pns12 vmbx vvi, cc vvb a-acp d dt n1 av-j, ccx p-acp po12 d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2579 Page 798
15894 yet we may and ought in the strength of Christ, or to the utmost of that strength and grace, which he gives out, and bestoweth upon us. yet we may and ought in the strength of christ, or to the utmost of that strength and grace, which he gives out, and bestoweth upon us. av pns12 vmb cc vmd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt j pp-f d n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvz av, cc vvz p-acp pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2579 Page 798
15895 I shall have occasion to speak further to this poin•, from those words of the 32d or next verse, (which are of neer alliance both as to matter and form with these here) If I have done iniquity, I will do no more. I shall have occasion to speak further to this poin•, from those words of the 32d or next verse, (which Are of near alliance both as to matter and from with these Here) If I have done iniquity, I will do no more. pns11 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp d n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f dt crd cc ord n1, (r-crq vbr a-acp av-j n1 av-d c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d av) cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2580 Page 799
15896 Only before I pass from this rendering of the Text in hand, take two Notes more; Only before I pass from this rendering of the Text in hand, take two Notes more; av-j c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, vvb crd n2 av-dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2581 Page 799
15897 In that Elihu telleth the penitent person, he ought to say unto God, I will not offend any more. Note, First. In that Elihu Telleth the penitent person, he ought to say unto God, I will not offend any more. Note, First. p-acp cst np1 vvz dt j-jn n1, pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns11 vmb xx vvi d dc. n1, ord. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2581 Page 799
15898 A truly humbled and repenting soul, is as careful to avoid the act of sin for the time to come, A truly humbled and repenting soul, is as careful to avoid the act of since for the time to come, dt av-j vvn cc vvg n1, vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2582 Page 799
15899 as to be freed from the guilt of sin past. This holy care is a sure argument of a good conscience. as to be freed from the guilt of since past. This holy care is a sure argument of a good conscience. c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 j. d j n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2582 Page 799
15900 A wicked wretch may be desirous to have former offences pardoned, but he hath not any unfeigned purpose not to offend any more; A wicked wretch may be desirous to have former offences pardoned, but he hath not any unfeigned purpose not to offend any more; dt j n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi j n2 vvn, cc-acp pns31 vhz xx d j n1 xx pc-acp vvi d dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2583 Page 799
15901 and usually he hath no sooner cast up his sin by a seeming penitent confession, and usually he hath no sooner cast up his since by a seeming penitent Confessi, cc av-j pns31 vhz dx av-c vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j-vvg j-jn n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2583 Page 799
15902 but he returns with the dog to his vomit by a fresh commission of his sin. but he returns with the dog to his vomit by a fresh commission of his since. cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2583 Page 799
15903 Sorrow for sin yeilds no comfort, if not accompanied with a care not to sin. Christ was not so rigid to the woman taken in Adultery as her accusers were, Sorrow for since yields no Comfort, if not accompanied with a care not to sin. christ was not so rigid to the woman taken in Adultery as her accusers were, n1 p-acp n1 vvz dx n1, cs xx vvn p-acp dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi. np1 vbds xx av j p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 vbdr, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2583 Page 799
15904 yet he saith to her, ( John 8.11.) Go and sin no more; yet he Says to her, (John 8.11.) Go and sin no more; av pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, (np1 crd.) vvb cc vvb av-dx av-dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2583 Page 799
15905 as if he had said, thy case will be sad, though now thou hast escaped or got rid of thy accusers, it thou tradest on in this wicked way. as if he had said, thy case will be sad, though now thou hast escaped or god rid of thy accusers, it thou tradest on in this wicked Way. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, po21 n1 vmb vbi j, cs av pns21 vh2 vvn cc vvd vvn pp-f po21 n2, pn31 pns21 vv2 p-acp p-acp d j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2583 Page 799
15927 so it falls in with our Translation, I will not offend. Secondly, I will not break; that is, those rods, so it falls in with our translation, I will not offend. Secondly, I will not break; that is, those rods, av pn31 vvz p-acp p-acp po12 n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi. ord, pns11 vmb xx vvi; cst vbz, d n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2594 Page 800
15906 And when David prayed for purging the sin past, he also prayed for establishing by the free Spirit of God, against such-like temptations in time to come, ( Psal. 51.) as if he had said, Lord, I do not ask pardon that I might take liberty to offend again, And when David prayed for purging the since past, he also prayed for establishing by the free Spirit of God, against suchlike temptations in time to come, (Psalm 51.) as if he had said, Lord, I do not ask pardon that I might take liberty to offend again, cc c-crq np1 vvd p-acp vvg dt n1 j, pns31 av vvd p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (np1 crd) c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi n1 pc-acp vvi av, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2583 Page 799
15907 but I desire thy confirming and preventing grace, that I may offend no more. but I desire thy confirming and preventing grace, that I may offend no more. cc-acp pns11 vvb po21 vvg cc vvg n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2583 Page 799
15908 Secondly, From the extensiveness of this engagement, to which Elihu directs the penitent person, I will not offend any more, neither in one kinde nor other. Note. Secondly, From the extensiveness of this engagement, to which Elihu directs the penitent person, I will not offend any more, neither in one kind nor other. Note. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz dt j-jn n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi d dc, av-dx p-acp crd n1 ccx j-jn. n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2584 Page 799
15909 He that is truly humbled for any one sin, will to his utmost avoid every sin. He that is truly humbled for any one since, will to his utmost avoid every since. pns31 cst vbz av-j vvn p-acp d crd n1, vmb p-acp po31 j vvi d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2585 Page 799
15910 He saith, I will not offend any more. He Says, I will not offend any more. pns31 vvz, pns11 vmb xx vvi d dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2586 Page 799
15911 He that loves God, cannot live in the doing of any one thing which God hates; He that loves God, cannot live in the doing of any one thing which God hates; pns31 cst vvz np1, vmbx vvi p-acp dt vdg pp-f d crd n1 r-crq np1 vvz; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2586 Page 799
15912 but as he expects good out of all the promises, so he hath respect to all the commandments; but as he expects good out of all the promises, so he hath respect to all the Commandments; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz j av pp-f d dt n2, av pns31 vhz n1 p-acp d dt n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2586 Page 799
15913 whosoever hath so, would not offend in any thing any more. Further, as this latter clause is translated, I will corrupt no more. Note. First, Sin is a corruption. whosoever hath so, would not offend in any thing any more. Further, as this latter clause is translated, I will corrupt no more. Note. First, since is a corruption. r-crq vhz av, vmd xx vvi p-acp d n1 d dc. jc, c-acp d d n1 vbz vvn, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. n1. ord, n1 vbz dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2586 Page 799
15914 We shall do well to look upon sin in all its notions, to make it loathsom to us; We shall do well to look upon since in all its notions, to make it loathsome to us; pns12 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp pno12; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2589 Page 800
15915 this is one notion of it, sin corrupts every thing and person it hath to do with. this is one notion of it, since corrupts every thing and person it hath to do with. d vbz crd n1 pp-f pn31, n1 vvz d n1 cc n1 pn31 vhz pc-acp vdi p-acp. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2589 Page 800
15916 First, Sin is the corruption of our nature, the whole mass of mankinde, and the whole of every man is leavened by it. First, since is the corruption of our nature, the Whole mass of mankind, and the Whole of every man is leavened by it. ord, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j-jn pp-f d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2590 Page 800
15917 Secondly, Sin is the corruption of our conversation, and of our way, ( Gen. 6.11, 12.) God looked upon the earth, Secondly, since is the corruption of our Conversation, and of our Way, (Gen. 6.11, 12.) God looked upon the earth, ord, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc pp-f po12 n1, (np1 crd, crd) np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2591 Page 800
15918 and behold it was corrupt, for all flesh had corrupted his way upon the earth. and behold it was corrupt, for all Flesh had corrupted his Way upon the earth. cc vvb pn31 vbds j, c-acp d n1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2591 Page 800
15919 Moses warns the people of Israel against sin upon this ground, ( Deut. 4.16.) Lest ye corrupt your selves, Moses warns the people of Israel against since upon this ground, (Deuteronomy 4.16.) Lest you corrupt your selves, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, (np1 crd.) cs pn22 vvb po22 n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2591 Page 800
15920 and make you a graven image, read Psal. 53.1. Hos. 9.9. Zeph. 3.7. Zech. 3.7. and make you a graved image, read Psalm 53.1. Hos. 9.9. Zephaniah 3.7. Zechariah 3.7. cc vvb pn22 dt j-vvn n1, vvb np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2591 Page 800
15921 Thirdly, Sinning is the corrupting of the Commandments of God, a sinner as much as in him lyeth makes void the Law. Thirdly, Sinning is the corrupting of the commandments of God, a sinner as much as in him lies makes void the Law. ord, vvg vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno31 vvz vvz j dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2592 Page 800
15922 Fourthly, Sinning is a corrupting of the Covenant of God; Fourthly, Sinning is a corrupting of the Covenant of God; ord, vvg vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2593 Page 800
15923 yea some kinde of sinning is a corrupting the blood of the Covenant, or a counting the blood of the Covenant as an unholy thing ( Heb. 10.29.) though the blood of the Covenant be in it self infinitely above all corruption, yea Some kind of sinning is a corrupting the blood of the Covenant, or a counting the blood of the Covenant as an unholy thing (Hebrew 10.29.) though the blood of the Covenant be in it self infinitely above all corruption, uh d n1 pp-f vvg vbz dt j-vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 (np1 crd.) cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb p-acp pn31 n1 av-j p-acp d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2593 Page 800
15924 yet sin doth what it can to corrupt it. yet since does what it can to corrupt it. av n1 vdz r-crq pn31 vmb p-acp vvi pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2593 Page 800
15925 Lastly, Some render, it is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement, I will not break; which we may understand two ways. Lastly, some render, it is meet to be said unto God, I have born chastisement, I will not break; which we may understand two ways. ord, d vvb, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi; r-crq pns12 vmb vvi crd n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2594 Page 800
15926 First, I will not again break the Commandment; First, I will not again break the Commandment; ord, pns11 vmb xx av vvi dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2594 Page 800
15928 or bonds of chastisement that thou hast laid upon me; as if he should say, Lord, thou hast bound me in these fetters of affliction, or bonds of chastisement that thou hast laid upon me; as if he should say, Lord, thou hast bound me in these fetters of affliction, cc n2 pp-f n1 cst pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp pno11; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, n1, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2594 Page 800
15929 and I will abide thy pleasure under them, I will not strive, but submit, I will not break prison, and I will abide thy pleasure under them, I will not strive, but submit, I will not break prison, cc pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2594 Page 800
15930 but wait thy time for my deliverance. Hence Note. We must bear, not break the bonds of our affliction. but wait thy time for my deliverance. Hence Note. We must bear, not break the bonds of our affliction. cc-acp vvb po21 n1 p-acp po11 n1. av n1. pns12 vmb vvi, xx vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2594 Page 800
15931 Some (like stubborn children under the chastening hand of a Parent) would even break away from God; some (like stubborn children under the chastening hand of a Parent) would even break away from God; d (av-j j n2 p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f dt n1) vmd av vvi av p-acp np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 800
15932 or like malefactors, when under the hand of Justice, they would break prison, knock off their irons, and get away. or like malefactors, when under the hand of justice, they would break prison, knock off their irons, and get away. cc j n2, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd vvi n1, vvb a-acp po32 n2, cc vvb av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 800
15933 As the wicked do, and speak concerning the bands and cords of Gods Commandments, ( Psal. 2.3.) Let us breake their bands asunder, As the wicked doe, and speak Concerning the bans and cords of God's commandments, (Psalm 2.3.) Let us break their bans asunder, p-acp dt j n1, cc vvb vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n2, (np1 crd.) vvb pno12 vvi po32 n2 av, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15934 and cast away their cords from us; and cast away their cords from us; cc vvd av po32 n2 p-acp pno12; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15935 so some speake and doe about the bands and cords of divine chastisements, they will breake from them, so Some speak and do about the bans and cords of divine chastisements, they will break from them, av d vvi cc vdb p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15936 or breake them, if possibly they can. or break them, if possibly they can. cc vvi pno32, cs av-j pns32 vmb. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15937 Let such remember, 'tis best when they are in Gods bands, to let him untie them, Let such Remember, it's best when they Are in God's bans, to let him untie them, vvb d vvi, pn31|vbz av-js c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp npg1 n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi pno32, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15938 and when they are in his prison, 'tis good to abide there, till he is pleased to discharge and let them out. and when they Are in his prison, it's good to abide there, till he is pleased to discharge and let them out. cc c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp po31 n1, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15939 The Apostles being in prison, the Magistrates sent the Sergeants, saying, Let these men goe, but Paul sayd unto them, they have beaten us openly uncondemned, being Romanes, The Apostles being in prison, the Magistrates sent the Sergeants, saying, Let these men go, but Paul said unto them, they have beaten us openly uncondemned, being Romans, dt n2 vbg p-acp n1, dt n2 vvd dt n2, vvg, vvb d n2 vvi, p-acp np1 vvd p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb vvn pno12 av-j j, vbg njp2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15940 and have cast us into prison, and now doe they thrust us out privily, nay verily, and have cast us into prison, and now do they thrust us out privily, nay verily, cc vhb vvn pno12 p-acp n1, cc av vdb pns32 vvi pno12 av av-j, uh-x av-j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15941 but let them come themselves and fetch us out. but let them come themselves and fetch us out. cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi px32 cc vvb pno12 av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15942 A godly man when under restraint by the illegal or rigorous dealings of the Magistrate, will not accept his liberty, upon unworthy termes; A godly man when under restraint by the illegal or rigorous dealings of the Magistrate, will not accept his liberty, upon unworthy terms; dt j n1 c-crq p-acp n1 p-acp dt j cc j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, vmb xx vvi po31 n1, p-acp j n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15943 surely then he will not make an escape out of the hand of God unwarrantably. surely then he will not make an escape out of the hand of God unwarrantably. av-j cs pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15944 He is ready to accept his liberty with much thankfullnesse, but he will not force it with violence. He is ready to accept his liberty with much thankfulness, but he will not force it with violence. pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15945 A godly man would free himselfe from sin, and get heaven by a kind of force (as Christ speakes in the Gospel) but he would not free himselfe from suffering by force, A godly man would free himself from since, and get heaven by a kind of force (as christ speaks in the Gospel) but he would not free himself from suffering by force, dt j n1 vmd vvi px31 p-acp n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt n1) cc-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi px31 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15946 nor get his ease by violence. nor get his ease by violence. ccx vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15947 When God bindes him, he saith (according to this reading) I will not breake. When God binds him, he Says (according to this reading) I will not break. c-crq np1 vvz pno31, pns31 vvz (vvg p-acp d n-vvg) pns11 vmb xx vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2596 Page 801
15948 But you will say, who may be sayd to breake or get by force out of the chastning hand of God? I answer; But you will say, who may be said to break or get by force out of the chastening hand of God? I answer; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, r-crq vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 av pp-f dt vvg n1 pp-f np1? pns11 vvb; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2597 Page 801
15949 First, they doe it, by way of interpretation, who are impatient and unquiet in their afflictions. First, they do it, by Way of Interpretation, who Are impatient and unquiet in their afflictions. ord, pns32 vdb pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j cc j p-acp po32 n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2598 Page 801
15950 A child that strives and struggles under his fathers rod, breakes away from him as much as he can. A child that strives and struggles under his Father's rod, breaks away from him as much as he can. dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz p-acp po31 ng1 n1, vvz av p-acp pno31 p-acp d c-acp pns31 vmb. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2598 Page 801
15951 Secondly, They actually breake from under the hand of God, who by any sinfull way helpe themselves out of their afflictions. Secondly, They actually break from under the hand of God, who by any sinful Way help themselves out of their afflictions. ord, pns32 av-j vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp d j n1 vvi px32 av pp-f po32 n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 801
15952 Such, when God hath bound them with the cords of affliction, goe to the Devill to loose & let them out. Such, when God hath bound them with the cords of affliction, go to the devil to lose & let them out. d, c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvb pno32 av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 801
15953 'Tis sad when God imprisons a man, But O how sad is it to go to the Devill for a release; It's sad when God imprisons a man, But Oh how sad is it to go to the devil for a release; pn31|vbz j c-crq np1 vvz dt n1, cc-acp uh q-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 801
15954 yet so doe all they who being under affliction, endeavour to free themselves by any sinful way; yet so do all they who being under affliction, endeavour to free themselves by any sinful Way; av av vdb d pns32 r-crq vbg p-acp n1, vvb pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d j n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 801
15955 especially when they who are persecuted for the saith & truth of Christ, break their faith with Christ, especially when they who Are persecuted for the Says & truth of christ, break their faith with christ, av-j c-crq pns32 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt vvz cc n1 pp-f np1, vvb po32 n1 p-acp np1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 801
15956 and quit the truth before professed, that they may quit themselves from persecution. and quit the truth before professed, that they may quit themselves from persecution. cc vvi dt n1 a-acp vvn, cst pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 801
15957 O take heed of such deliverances, rather dye under the afflicting hand of God, or the persecuring hand of man, O take heed of such Deliverances, rather die under the afflicting hand of God, or the persecuring hand of man, sy vvb n1 pp-f d n2, av-c vvb p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 801
15958 then free your selves from either by putting your hand or suffering your mouth to sin. then free your selves from either by putting your hand or suffering your Mouth to since. av vvb po22 n2 p-acp d p-acp vvg po22 n1 cc vvg po22 n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 801
15959 Better be utterly broken by affliction, then so to breake the bands of affliction; better dye in affliction, then sin your selves out of affliction. Better be utterly broken by affliction, then so to break the bans of affliction; better die in affliction, then sin your selves out of affliction. j vbb av-j vvn p-acp n1, cs av pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1; j n1 p-acp n1, av vvb po22 n2 av pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 802
15960 Let God who ha•h layd the burthen upon you, take it off, or el•e lye under it still. Let God who ha•h laid the burden upon you, take it off, or el•e lie under it still. vvb np1 r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pn22, vvb pn31 a-acp, cc av vvb p-acp pn31 av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 802
15961 Thus much for these two coun els given Job by Elihu; It is meete to be sayd unto God, I have b•rne chastisement, and, it is meete to be sayd unto God, I will offend no more; Thus much for these two con Else given Job by Elihu; It is meet to be said unto God, I have b•rne chastisement, and, it is meet to be said unto God, I will offend no more; av av-d c-acp d crd vvi av vvn np1 p-acp np1; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1, cc, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 802
15962 there is yet a third thing to be sayd unto God, which Elihu gives al•o in counsel, that which I see not teach thou me; there is yet a third thing to be said unto God, which Elihu gives al•o in counsel, that which I see not teach thou me; a-acp vbz av dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, r-crq np1 vvz av p-acp n1, cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvi pns21 pno11; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 802
15963 But, b•fore I proceed to that, I shall a while consider another translation of the verse already opened, very Consistent with the Original text, But, b•fore I proceed to that, I shall a while Consider Another Translation of the verse already opened, very Consistent with the Original text, p-acp, av pns11 vvb p-acp d, pns11 vmb dt n1 vvb j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn, av j p-acp dt j-jn n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 802
15964 and much Insisted upon by some learned Interpreters, as being full of Gospel sense, and very spiri•ual matter. and much Insisted upon by Some learned Interpreters, as being full of Gospel sense, and very spiri•ual matter. cc av-d vvd p-acp p-acp d j n2, c-acp vbg j pp-f n1 n1, cc av j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 802
15965 According to this second reading the words run thus: Vers. 31. But to the Almighty God who saith, I forgive, I will not destroy; According to this second reading the words run thus: Vers. 31. But to the Almighty God who Says, I forgive, I will not destroy; vvg p-acp d vvb vvg dt n2 vvb av: np1 crd cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 r-crq vvz, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 802
15966 It ought to be said, beside what I see teach thou me, if I have done Iniquity, I will not proceed to doe it. It ought to be said, beside what I see teach thou me, if I have done Iniquity, I will not proceed to do it. pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb vvb pns21 pno11, cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vdi pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2599 Page 802
15967 The difference of the translation is very evident and eminent; we read thus; The difference of the Translation is very evident and eminent; we read thus; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av j cc j; pns12 vvb av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2600 Page 802
15968 Surely it is meete to be sayd to God, I have borne chast•sement, I will not offend any more. Surely it is meet to be said to God, I have born chast•sement, I will not offend any more. av-j pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi d dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2600 Page 802
15969 This translation saith, But to God who saith I forgive, &c. It ought to be sayd, &c. Mr Broughton, is express for this translation, rendring the text in these words; This Translation Says, But to God who Says I forgive, etc. It ought to be said, etc. Mr Broughton, is express for this Translation, rendering the text in these words; d n1 vvz, p-acp p-acp np1 r-crq vvz pns11 vvb, av pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, av n1 np1, vbz j p-acp d n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp d n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2600 Page 802
15989 I shall now a little open the words, and give Notes from them according to this translation. I shall now a little open the words, and give Notes from them according to this Translation. pns11 vmb av dt j j dt n2, cc vvi n2 p-acp pno32 vvg p-acp d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2606 Page 803
15970 Now unto the omnipotent which saith, I pardon, I will not destroy, this shall be said, what I see not teach thou me, &c. Now unto the omnipotent which Says, I pardon, I will not destroy, this shall be said, what I see not teach thou me, etc. av p-acp dt j r-crq vvz, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi, d vmb vbi vvn, r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvi pns21 pno11, av (35) chapter (DIV2) 2600 Page 802
15971 As the words according to our translation containe an humble and a very gracious acknowledgement of the Chastening hand of God, and mans promise of reformation; As the words according to our Translation contain an humble and a very gracious acknowledgement of the Chastening hand of God, and men promise of Reformation; p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp po12 n1 vvi dt j cc dt j j n1 pp-f dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, cc ng1 n1 pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2601 Page 802
15972 so according to this they containe a most precious description of the most gracious disposition of God, speaking two things of himselfe to man. First, As pardoning. Secondly, As not destroying. so according to this they contain a most precious description of the most gracious disposition of God, speaking two things of himself to man. First, As pardoning. Secondly, As not destroying. av vvg p-acp d pns32 vvb dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1, vvg crd n2 pp-f px31 p-acp n1. ord, c-acp vvg. ord, c-acp xx vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2601 Page 802
15973 From this double discovery of God, a double duty is inferr'd, incumbent upon man. From this double discovery of God, a double duty is inferred, incumbent upon man. p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f np1, dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn, vvn p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2603 Page 802
15974 For God having thus declared himselfe ready to forgive sin, and loth to destroy sinners, every sinner should be induced to say thus to God; For God having thus declared himself ready to forgive since, and loath to destroy Sinners, every sinner should be induced to say thus to God; p-acp np1 vhg av vvn px31 j pc-acp vvi n1, cc j pc-acp vvi n2, d n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2603 Page 802
15975 I see many of my sins, and I believe I have many sins more which I see not; therefore, first, I beg of thee, O God, that thou wouldest shew me what I see not, and, secondly, that thou wouldest keep me for ever from doing or committing againe that evill which thou shalt shew me or cause me to see. I see many of my Sins, and I believe I have many Sins more which I see not; Therefore, First, I beg of thee, Oh God, that thou Wouldst show me what I see not, and, secondly, that thou Wouldst keep me for ever from doing or committing again that evil which thou shalt show me or cause me to see. pns11 vvb d pp-f po11 n2, cc pns11 vvb pns11 vhb d n2 av-dc r-crq pns11 vvb xx; av, ord, pns11 vvb pp-f pno21, uh np1, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno11 r-crq pns11 vvb xx, cc, ord, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno11 p-acp av p-acp vdg cc vvg av d n-jn r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 cc vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2603 Page 802
15976 Thus the 32d verse is an Inference of a two-fold duty in man, upon that two-fold manifestation of the goodnesse of God, Thus the 32d verse is an Inference of a twofold duty in man, upon that twofold manifestation of the Goodness of God, av dt crd n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2603 Page 803
15977 as a God that willingly pardoneth sin, and as a God that is unwilling to destroy sinners. as a God that willingly Pardoneth since, and as a God that is unwilling to destroy Sinners. c-acp dt n1 cst av-j vvz n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2603 Page 803
15978 Or we may give the summe of these two verses (according unto this second translation) thus; Or we may give the sum of these two Verses (according unto this second Translation) thus; cc pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d crd n2 (vvg p-acp d ord n1) av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2604 Page 803
15979 We have first an Exhortation to repentance from the most mercifull nature of God, both as ready to forgive, We have First an Exhortation to Repentance from the most merciful nature of God, both as ready to forgive, pns12 vhb ord dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1, d c-acp j pc-acp vvi, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2604 Page 803
15980 and as loth to destroy his creatures. The former act importing the taking away of the guilt of sin; and as loath to destroy his creatures. The former act importing the taking away of the guilt of since; cc p-acp j pc-acp vvi po31 n2. dt j n1 vvg dt vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2604 Page 803
15981 the latter the remittal and removall of the punishment. the latter the remittal and removal of the punishment. dt d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2604 Page 803
15982 Secondly, We have here a direction about repentance, or to the penitent, shewing, how an humbled soule should behave himselfe toward God; He ought to say thus; Secondly, We have Here a direction about Repentance, or to the penitent, showing, how an humbled soul should behave himself towards God; He ought to say thus; ord, pns12 vhb av dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn, vvg, c-crq dt j-vvn n1 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1; pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2605 Page 803
15983 What I see not teach thou me, and if I have done iniquity, I will doe no more. What I see not teach thou me, and if I have done iniquity, I will do no more. r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvi pns21 pno11, cc cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2605 Page 803
15984 Where we see the humbled soule in the exercise of a fourefold duty; First, He confesseth what sins he knoweth; Where we see the humbled soul in the exercise of a fourfold duty; First, He Confesses what Sins he Knoweth; c-crq pns12 vvb dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; ord, pns31 vvz r-crq n2 pns31 vvz; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2605 Page 803
15985 Secondly, He confesseth or supposeth, that he hath many sins which he doth not know. Secondly, He Confesses or Supposeth, that he hath many Sins which he does not know. ord, pns31 vvz cc vvz, cst pns31 vhz d n2 r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2605 Page 803
15986 Thirdly, He entreateth the Lord to shew him every sin, whether of heart or life, which he knoweth not of. Thirdly, He entreateth the Lord to show him every since, whither of heart or life, which he Knoweth not of. ord, pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 d n1, cs pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvz xx pp-f. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2605 Page 803
15987 Fourthly, He engageth that he will not continue in any sin which the Lord shall discover to him, Fourthly, He engageth that he will not continue in any since which the Lord shall discover to him, ord, pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2605 Page 803
15988 or give him the knowledge of. You have thus the generall scope of these two verses according to this second reading. or give him the knowledge of. You have thus the general scope of these two Verses according to this second reading. cc vvb pno31 dt n1 pp-f. pn22 vhb av dt j n1 pp-f d crd n2 vvg p-acp d vvb vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2605 Page 803
15990 But unto God who saith, I forgive. It may here be justly questioned, how the Original can be render'd into such variety; But unto God who Says, I forgive. It may Here be justly questioned, how the Original can be rendered into such variety; p-acp p-acp np1 r-crq vvz, pns11 vvb. pn31 vmb av vbi av-j vvn, c-crq dt j-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2606 Page 803
15991 one translation saith, It is meete to be sayd to God, I have borne chastisemen; this other sai•h, •o God who saith, I forgive, I will not destroy; one Translation Says, It is meet to be said to God, I have born chastisemen; this other sai•h, •o God who Says, I forgive, I will not destroy; crd n1 vvz, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n2; d j-jn n1, vvb np1 r-crq vvz, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2607 Page 803
15992 It ought to be said, &c. The first reading makes the words to be spoken by man; It ought to be said, etc. The First reading makes the words to be spoken by man; pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, av dt ord vvg vvz dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2607 Page 803
15993 this second reading gives the words as spoken both by God and man, or they are a direction given by the Spirit of God to man, what to say to God, Who saith, I forgive, I will not destroy? this second reading gives the words as spoken both by God and man, or they Are a direction given by the Spirit of God to man, what to say to God, Who Says, I forgive, I will not destroy? d vvb vvg vvz dt n2 a-acp vvn d p-acp np1 cc n1, cc pns32 vbr dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, r-crq vvz, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi? (35) chapter (DIV2) 2607 Page 803
15994 I answer, for the clearing of that doubt, the difference of the readings ariseth from the copious significa•ion of one Hebrew word, which is rendred many wayes in Scripture, especially two. I answer, for the clearing of that doubt, the difference of the readings arises from the copious significa•ion of one Hebrew word, which is rendered many ways in Scripture, especially two. pns11 vvb, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2-vvg vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pi njp n1, r-crq vbz vvn d n2 p-acp n1, av-j crd. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2608 Page 803
15995 First, To bear, in which sense we translate, I have born chastisement. The word chastisement, as was shewed before, is not expresly in the text, First, To bear, in which sense we translate, I have born chastisement. The word chastisement, as was showed before, is not expressly in the text, ord, pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vvb, pns11 vhb vvn n1. dt n1 n1, a-acp vbds vvn a-acp, vbz xx av-j p-acp dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2609 Page 804
15996 but supplyed, to make out the sense, by our translaters: I have born, what? thy hand, thy chastisement. but supplied, to make out the sense, by our translators: I have born, what? thy hand, thy chastisement. cc-acp vvd, pc-acp vvi av dt n1, p-acp po12 n2: pns11 vhb vvn, q-crq? po21 n1, po21 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2609 Page 804
15997 Secondly, It signifies also to pardon, or to forgive; I shall referre you to one Scripture, in which that word is used in both these senses ( Gen: 4.13.) And Cain said unto the Lord, my punishment is greater then I can bear; that's the text, Secondly, It signifies also to pardon, or to forgive; I shall refer you to one Scripture, in which that word is used in both these Senses (Gen: 4.13.) And Cain said unto the Lord, my punishment is greater then I can bear; that's the text, ord, pn31 vvz av pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi; pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp crd n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d d n2 (np1: crd.) cc np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, po11 n1 vbz jc cs pns11 vmb vvi; cst|vbz dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
15998 but if you read the margin of our larger Bibles, that saith, My iniquity is greater then that it may be forgiven, or pardoned; but if you read the margin of our larger Bibles, that Says, My iniquity is greater then that it may be forgiven, or pardoned; cc-acp cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 jc np1, cst vvz, po11 n1 vbz jc cs cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
15999 the text saith, my punishment; the margin saith, my iniquity; the same word signifieth both sin the cause, and punishment the fruit. the text Says, my punishment; the margin Says, my iniquity; the same word signifies both since the cause, and punishment the fruit. dt n1 vvz, po11 n1; dt n1 vvz, po11 n1; dt d n1 vvz d n1 dt n1, cc n1 dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16000 Againe, there the text saith, My punishment is greater then I can bear; and the margin saith, my iniquity is greater then that it can be forgiven: Again, there the text Says, My punishment is greater then I can bear; and the margin Says, my iniquity is greater then that it can be forgiven: av, a-acp dt n1 vvz, po11 n1 vbz jc cs pns11 vmb vvi; cc dt n1 vvz, po11 n1 vbz jc cs cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16001 So that according to the text, the words are Cains complaint against the justice of God; So that according to the text, the words Are Cains complaint against the Justice of God; av cst vvg p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vbr np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16002 that he dealt over-rigorously with him, My punishment is greater then I can bear. And according to the margin, they are a description of his despair of the mercy of God, my sin is greater then that it may be forgiven. that he dealt over-rigorously with him, My punishment is greater then I can bear. And according to the margin, they Are a description of his despair of the mercy of God, my since is greater then that it may be forgiven. cst pns31 vvd j p-acp pno31, po11 n1 vbz jc cs pns11 vmb vvi. cc vvg p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, po11 n1 vbz jc cs cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16003 And as we find the word used in that place, both for bearing, and for pardoning; And as we find the word used in that place, both for bearing, and for pardoning; cc c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1, av-d p-acp vvg, cc p-acp vvg; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16004 So in severall other places it is translated by pardoning; So in several other places it is translated by pardoning; av p-acp j j-jn n2 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp vvg; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16005 take but one Instance in the Psalms, where we find it translated twice in the space of a few verses to forgive or pardon ( Psal: 32.1.) Blessed is the man whose iniquity is forgiven. take but one Instance in the Psalms, where we find it translated twice in the Molle of a few Verses to forgive or pardon (Psalm: 32.1.) Blessed is the man whose iniquity is forgiven. vvb p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n2, c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvb (np1: crd.) vvn vbz dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16006 And againe, v. 5th, I said I will confesse my iniquity, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin; And again, v. 5th, I said I will confess my iniquity, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since; cc av, n1 ord, pns11 vvd pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16007 So that, though there be a different version and translation of the word in this text of Scripture, So that, though there be a different version and Translation of the word in this text of Scripture, av cst, cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16008 yet it is such as is consonant to the use of the word in other Scriptures, yet it is such as is consonant to the use of the word in other Scriptures, av pn31 vbz d c-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16009 and also to the truth of the whole Scripture. and also to the truth of the Whole Scripture. cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2610 Page 804
16010 Yea, we know that in our English tongue, to bear with a man, signifies to forgive him his present fault, Yea, we know that in our English tongue, to bear with a man, signifies to forgive him his present fault, uh, pns12 vvb cst p-acp po12 jp n1, p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 po31 j n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2611 Page 804
16011 or not to punish him and use extremity against him for it. or not to Punish him and use extremity against him for it. cc xx pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2611 Page 804
16012 And therefore according to the exigence of any place, the word may be translated either way, And Therefore according to the exigence of any place, the word may be translated either Way, cc av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2611 Page 804
16013 and here it may be safely taken in both. and Here it may be safely taken in both. cc av pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp d. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2611 Page 804
16014 But to God who saith, I forgive, I will not destroy, it ought (or it is meete) to be said, what I see not teach thou me. But to God who Says, I forgive, I will not destroy, it ought (or it is meet) to be said, what I see not teach thou me. p-acp p-acp np1 r-crq vvz, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi, pn31 vmd (cc pn31 vbz j) pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvi pns21 pno11. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2611 Page 804
16015 Elihu according to the reading now before us, brings in God thus speaking, yea even boasting thus of himselfe, I forgive, or I pardon. Hence note. Elihu according to the reading now before us, brings in God thus speaking, yea even boasting thus of himself, I forgive, or I pardon. Hence note. np1 vvg p-acp dt n-vvg av p-acp pno12, vvz p-acp np1 av vvg, uh j n-vvg av pp-f px31, pns11 vvb, cc pns11 vvb. av vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2612 Page 805
16016 First; It is Gods owne profession of his owne selfe, that he is a sin-pardoning God. First; It is God's own profession of his own self, that he is a Sin-pardoning God. ord; pn31 vbz npg1 d n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cst pns31 vbz dt j np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2613 Page 805
16017 And God doth so much say or professe this of himselfe, that when he was entreated by Moses to shew him his glory, this was the chiefe thing which he sayd of himselfe ( Exod: 34.6, 7.) And the Lord passed before him, And God does so much say or profess this of himself, that when he was entreated by Moses to show him his glory, this was the chief thing which he said of himself (Exod: 34.6, 7.) And the Lord passed before him, cc np1 vdz av av-d vvi cc vvi d pp-f px31, cst c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 po31 n1, d vbds dt j-jn n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f px31 (j: crd, crd) cc dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2614 Page 805
16018 and proclaimed the Lord, the Lord God mercifull and gracious, long-suffering and abundant in goodnesse and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity, transgression and sin. and proclaimed the Lord, the Lord God merciful and gracious, long-suffering and abundant in Goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity, Transgression and since. cc vvd dt n1, dt n1 np1 j cc j, j cc j p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg n1 p-acp crd, j-vvg n1, n1 cc n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2614 Page 805
16019 Here's my name (saith God) if you would know how I am called, Here's my name (Says God) if you would know how I am called, av|vbz po11 n1 (vvz np1) cs pn22 vmd vvi c-crq pns11 vbm vvn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2614 Page 805
16020 or what I would call my selfe, this is it, I am a God forgiving iniquity, &c. or what I would call my self, this is it, I am a God forgiving iniquity, etc. cc r-crq pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1, d vbz pn31, pns11 vbm dt np1 j-vvg n1, av (35) chapter (DIV2) 2614 Page 805
16021 And as God pardoneth sin, so there is none in heaven or in earth that pardoneth like him, that hath such a name for pardon as God hath ( Mic: 7.18.) Who is a God like unto thee, pardoning iniquity, &c. The gods of the Earth, that is, Kings and Princes give pardons, And as God Pardoneth since, so there is none in heaven or in earth that Pardoneth like him, that hath such a name for pardon as God hath (Mic: 7.18.) Who is a God like unto thee, pardoning iniquity, etc. The God's of the Earth, that is, Kings and Princes give Pardons, cc p-acp np1 vvz n1, av pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 cst vvz av-j pno31, cst vhz d dt n1 p-acp n1 c-acp np1 vhz (j: crd.) r-crq vbz dt n1 av-j p-acp pno21, vvg n1, av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, n2 cc n2 vvb n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16022 and to doe so is the sweetest and choycest flower in the Crowne of Princes, and to do so is the Sweetest and Choicest flower in the Crown of Princes, cc pc-acp vdi av vbz dt js cc js n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16023 and they usually shew their Greatness by this act of grace when they come first to their Crowne and exercise of their soveraigne power. and they usually show their Greatness by this act of grace when they come First to their Crown and exercise of their sovereign power. cc pns32 av-j vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns32 vvb ord p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16024 The Princes or gods of the Earth can pardon, but ('tis no disparagement to put that question) Can they pardon like God? no; The Princes or God's of the Earth can pardon, but (it's no disparagement to put that question) Can they pardon like God? no; dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi, cc-acp (pn31|vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi d n1) vmb pns32 vvi av-j np1? dx; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16025 their pardon is no pardon in comparison of Gods pardon; yea their pardoning is a kinde of condemning compared with the pardoning grace of God. their pardon is no pardon in comparison of God's pardon; yea their pardoning is a kind of condemning compared with the pardoning grace of God. po32 n1 vbz dx n1 p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1; uh po32 vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg vvn p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16026 The pardons which Kings give are but the shadow of his pardon, who is King of kings ( Isa: 43.25.) I, even I am he that blotteth out thy transgression. The Pardons which Kings give Are but the shadow of his pardon, who is King of Kings (Isaiah: 43.25.) I, even I am he that blots out thy Transgression. dt n2 r-crq n2 vvb vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz n1 pp-f n2 (np1: crd.) pns11, av pns11 vbm pns31 cst vvz av po21 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16027 As if he had said, I am he, and there is none else; As if he had said, I am he, and there is none Else; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm pns31, cc pc-acp vbz pix av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16028 this glory is proper to me, and none can partake with me in it, nor will I give this glory to another. this glory is proper to me, and none can partake with me in it, nor will I give this glory to Another. d n1 vbz j p-acp pno11, cc pix vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp pn31, ccx vmb pns11 vvi d n1 p-acp j-jn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16029 All sins are committed against God, and (in a sense) against him only, therefore only to be pardoned by him. All Sins Are committed against God, and (in a sense) against him only, Therefore only to be pardoned by him. av-d n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc (p-acp dt n1) p-acp pno31 av-j, av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16030 Who can remit the debt but the Creditor? ( Psal: 51.1.) Against thee, thee only have I sinned. What debt soever we run into by any sin committed against man, God only is the Creditor. Who can remit the debt but the Creditor? (Psalm: 51.1.) Against thee, thee only have I sinned. What debt soever we run into by any since committed against man, God only is the Creditor. q-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1? (np1: crd.) p-acp pno21, pno21 av-j vhi pns11 vvn. q-crq n1 av pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp n1, np1 av-j vbz dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16031 All that men can doe, is but to forgive the trespasse against themselves; All that men can do, is but to forgive the trespass against themselves; av-d d n2 vmb vdi, vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp px32; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16032 so farre as man is wronged, he may, yea he ought to forgive, as Christ teacheth us to pray ( Math: 6.12.) Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. so Far as man is wronged, he may, yea he ought to forgive, as christ Teaches us to pray (Math: 6.12.) Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. av av-j c-acp n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb, uh pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi, c-acp np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi (np1: crd.) vvb pno12 po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 805
16033 All that we can forgive is only the trespass done to our selves, and so forbeare personal and private revenge. All that we can forgive is only the trespass done to our selves, and so forbear personal and private revenge. d cst pns12 vmb vvi vbz av-j dt n1 vdn p-acp po12 n2, cc av vvb j cc j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 806
16034 We cannot forgive the offence against God. For when Christ saith ( John 21.20.) Whosoever sins ye remit, they are remitted; We cannot forgive the offence against God. For when christ Says (John 21.20.) Whosoever Sins you remit, they Are remitted; pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp np1. p-acp c-crq np1 vvz (np1 crd.) r-crq n2 pn22 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 806
16035 that remission is but the declaring of a pardon, it is not the bestowing of a pardon, that remission is but the declaring of a pardon, it is not the bestowing of a pardon, cst n1 vbz p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz xx dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 806
16036 or it is only a ministerial forgivenesse, not an authoritative forgivenesse; so to forgive is Gods Royalty; He saith, I forgive. or it is only a ministerial forgiveness, not an authoritative forgiveness; so to forgive is God's Royalty; He Says, I forgive. cc pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1, xx dt j n1; av pc-acp vvi vbz npg1 n1; pns31 vvz, pns11 vvb. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2615 Page 806
16037 Secondly, To God who saith, I forgive, &c. Forgive! what? forgive! Secondly, To God who Says, I forgive, etc. Forgive! what? forgive! ord, p-acp np1 r-crq vvz, pns11 vvb, av vvb! q-crq? vvb! (35) chapter (DIV2) 2616 Page 806
16038 whom? Here's neither what nor whom, neither things nor persons named, God barely saith, I forgive. Hence observe. whom? Here's neither what nor whom, neither things nor Persons nam, God barely Says, I forgive. Hence observe. q-crq? av|vbz d r-crq ccx qo-crq, dx n2 ccx n2 vvn, np1 av-j vvz, pns11 vvb. av vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2616 Page 806
16039 The pardoning mercy of God is boundlesse and unlimited. Here's no sin named, therefore all are included, no sinner specified, therefore all are intended. The pardoning mercy of God is boundless and unlimited. Here's no since nam, Therefore all Are included, no sinner specified, Therefore all Are intended. dt vvg n1 pp-f np1 vbz j cc j. av|vbz dx n1 vvn, av d vbr vvd, dx n1 vvn, av d vbr vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2617 Page 806
16040 I forgive, I pardon; the pardoning mercy of God knows no limits; it is not limitted; I forgive, I pardon; the pardoning mercy of God knows no Limits; it is not limited; pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb; dt vvg n1 pp-f np1 vvz dx n2; pn31 vbz xx vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16041 First, to any sort of sins or sinners; Secondly, it is not limited to any degree of sins or sinners; First, to any sort of Sins or Sinners; Secondly, it is not limited to any degree of Sins or Sinners; ord, p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; ord, pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16042 let sins or sinners be of what sort they will, let sins or sinners be of what degree they will, they are within the compasse of Gods pardoning mercy. let Sins or Sinners be of what sort they will, let Sins or Sinners be of what degree they will, they Are within the compass of God's pardoning mercy. vvb n2 cc n2 vbb pp-f r-crq n1 pns32 vmb, vvb n2 cc n2 vbb pp-f r-crq n1 pns32 vmb, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 vvg n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16043 And as this text intimates, that the pardoning mercy of God is boundlesse, because it expresseth no bounds; And as this text intimates, that the pardoning mercy of God is boundless, Because it Expresses no bounds; cc c-acp d n1 vvz, cst dt vvg n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, c-acp pn31 vvz dx n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16044 So other Scriptures tell us expresly that it is boundlesse, extending it selfe to all sorts and degrees of sins and sinners ( Math: 12.31.) Every sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven. So other Scriptures tell us expressly that it is boundless, extending it self to all sorts and Degrees of Sins and Sinners (Math: 12.31.) Every since and blasphemy shall be forgiven. av j-jn n2 vvb pno12 av-j cst pn31 vbz j, vvg pn31 n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 (np1: crd.) d n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16045 That a sin is great, that it is extremely aggravated, is no barre at all to the pardoning mercy of God; That a since is great, that it is extremely aggravated, is no bar At all to the pardoning mercy of God; cst dt n1 vbz j, cst pn31 vbz av-jn vvn, vbz dx n1 p-acp d p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16046 he can as easily pardon great sins as little sins; he can as Easily pardon great Sins as little Sins; pns31 vmb a-acp av-j vvi j n2 p-acp j n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16047 even sins that are as Crimson and scarlet, as well as those of the lightest tincture. even Sins that Are as Crimson and scarlet, as well as those of the Lightest tincture. av n2 cst vbr a-acp j-jn cc j-jn, c-acp av c-acp d pp-f dt js n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16048 The die or colour of some cloaths or stuffs, is so fading, that (as we say) the next wind will blow it off, The die or colour of Some clothes or stuffs, is so fading, that (as we say) the next wind will blow it off, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, vbz av vvg, cst (c-acp pns12 vvb) dt ord n1 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16049 or cause it to dye away, but scarlet and crimson in graine never change their colour; or cause it to die away, but scarlet and crimson in grain never change their colour; cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi av, cc-acp j-jn cc j-jn p-acp n1 av-x vvi po32 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16050 yet the pardoning grace of God causeth crimson and scarlet sin; yet the pardoning grace of God Causes crimson and scarlet since; av dt vvg n1 pp-f np1 vvz j-jn cc j-jn n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16051 to change colour, and makes them as white as the naturall wool or snow, that is, takes them quite and cleane away. to change colour, and makes them as white as the natural wool or snow, that is, Takes them quite and clean away. pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp j-jn c-acp dt j n1 cc n1, cst vbz, vvz pno32 av cc av-j av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16052 Yea the greatnesse of sin is so far from being a stop to pardon, that it is used asan argument to move God to pardon. Yea the greatness of since is so Far from being a stop to pardon, that it is used asan argument to move God to pardon. uh dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz vvn n1 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16053 David prayeth ( Psal: 25.11.) For thy names sake O Lord, pardon mine iniquity; David Prayeth (Psalm: 25.11.) For thy names sake Oh Lord, pardon mine iniquity; np1 vvz (np1: crd.) p-acp po21 ng1 n1 uh n1, vvb po11 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16054 why? doth he say? because it is little, or only a small sin, a sin committed rashly, unadvisedly, or but once; no; why? does he say? Because it is little, or only a small since, a since committed rashly, unadvisedly, or but once; no; c-crq? vdz pns31 vvi? c-acp pn31 vbz j, cc av-j dt j n1, dt n1 vvd av-j, av-j, cc p-acp a-acp; uh-dx; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16055 he useth none of these excusatory pleas for pardon, but saith, pardon my sin for it is great. he uses none of these excusatory pleasant for pardon, but Says, pardon my since for it is great. pns31 vvz pix pp-f d j n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvz, vvb po11 n1 p-acp pn31 vbz j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 806
16056 Moses was not afraid to speake for pardon upon this ground also ( Exod: 32.31.) Lord (saith he) this people have committed a great sin, Moses was not afraid to speak for pardon upon this ground also (Exod: 32.31.) Lord (Says he) this people have committed a great since, np1 vbds xx j p-acp vvb p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 av (j: crd.) n1 (vvz pns31) d n1 vhb vvn dt j n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16057 and have made them gods of gold, yet now if thou wilt forgive their sin, &c. There's a great deale of divine Rhetorique in that speech; and have made them God's of gold, yet now if thou wilt forgive their since, etc. There's a great deal of divine Rhetoric in that speech; cc vhb vvn pno32 n2 pp-f n1, av av cs pns21 vm2 vvi po32 n1, av pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16058 Moses was not doubtfull, whether God would forgive them their sin, because it was great, but he urged the Lord to forgive their sin because it was great. Moses was not doubtful, whither God would forgive them their since, Because it was great, but he urged the Lord to forgive their since Because it was great. np1 vbds xx j, cs np1 vmd vvi pno32 po32 n1, c-acp pn31 vbds j, cc-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 c-acp pn31 vbds j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16059 Where sin aboundeth, Grace doth much more abound (Rom: Where since Aboundeth, Grace does much more abound (Rom: q-crq n1 vvz, n1 vdz d dc vvb (np1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16060 5.20.) and therefore God is said to pardon abundantly, or to multiply to pardon ( Isa: 55.7.) and whom doth he promise to pardon there? even the man of iniquity, so that Scripture hath it; 5.20.) and Therefore God is said to pardon abundantly, or to multiply to pardon (Isaiah: 55.7.) and whom does he promise to pardon there? even the man of iniquity, so that Scripture hath it; crd.) cc av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi av-j, cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi (np1: crd.) cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp? av dt n1 pp-f n1, av d n1 vhz pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16061 Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man (or the man of iniquity) his thoughts, &c. If you who have sinned abundantly, repent, I will pardon abundantly. Let the wicked forsake his Way, and the unrighteous man (or the man of iniquity) his thoughts, etc. If you who have sinned abundantly, Repent, I will pardon abundantly. vvb dt j vvi po31 n1, cc dt j n1 (cc dt n1 pp-f n1) po31 n2, av cs pn22 r-crq vhb vvn av-j, vvb, pns11 vmb vvi av-j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16062 The heart of God in pardoning sin is infinitely larger then the heart of man can be in committing sin: The heart of God in pardoning since is infinitely larger then the heart of man can be in committing since: dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n1 vbz av-j jc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi p-acp vvg n1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16063 and as the least sin needs pardon, so the greatest may have it; and as the least since needs pardon, so the greatest may have it; cc c-acp dt ds n1 vvz n1, av dt js vmb vhi pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16064 nothing hinders the pardon of sin, but the sinners not coming for it, or his not asking it. nothing hinders the pardon of since, but the Sinners not coming for it, or his not asking it. pix vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n2 xx vvg p-acp pn31, cc po31 xx vvg pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16065 The sin against the holy Ghost cannot be forgiven; The since against the holy Ghost cannot be forgiven; dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmbx vbi vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16066 but the reason is, because such as commit that sin utterly reject the grace of God, but the reason is, Because such as commit that since utterly reject the grace of God, cc-acp dt n1 vbz, c-acp d c-acp vvi d n1 av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16067 and tread the blood of the Covenant under their feet, as an unholy thing. Thirdly, The text speakes in the present tense; and tread the blood of the Covenant under their feet, as an unholy thing. Thirdly, The text speaks in the present tense; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp dt j n1. ord, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2618 Page 807
16068 God saith not, I will pardon, or, possibly, I may pardon, but sheweth what he both actually doth, God Says not, I will pardon, or, possibly, I may pardon, but shows what he both actually does, np1 vvz xx, pns11 vmb vvi, cc, av-j, pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp vvz r-crq pns31 av-d av-j vdz, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2619 Page 807
16069 and what he alwayes doth, To God who saith I pardon. Hence note. God pardoneth presently, he pardoneth continually. and what he always does, To God who Says I pardon. Hence note. God Pardoneth presently, he Pardoneth continually. cc r-crq pns31 av vdz, p-acp np1 r-crq vvz pns11 vvb. av vvi. np1 vvz av-j, pns31 vvz av-j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2619 Page 807
16070 I pardon, is a present, it is a continued act. To pardon is Gods work to day, and Gods work to morrow. I pardon, is a present, it is a continued act. To pardon is God's work to day, and God's work to morrow. pns11 vvb, vbz dt j, pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1. p-acp n1 vbz npg1 n1 p-acp n1, cc ng1 n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 807
16071 As every soule may say of himselfe, Lord I sin; not only I have sinned, As every soul may say of himself, Lord I since; not only I have sinned, p-acp d n1 vmb vvi pp-f px31, n1 pns11 n1; xx av-j pns11 vhb vvn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 807
16072 or I shall sin hereafter, but I sin: so saith God, I pardon; as men stand alwayes in need of pardon, or I shall sin hereafter, but I sin: so Says God, I pardon; as men stand always in need of pardon, cc pns11 vmb vvi av, cc-acp pns11 vvb: av vvz np1, pns11 vvb; p-acp n2 vvb av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 807
16073 so God stands alwayes prepared to pardon. He is ( Psal: 86.5.) plenteous in mercy, ready to forgive; so God Stands always prepared to pardon. He is (Psalm: 86.5.) plenteous in mercy, ready to forgive; av np1 vvz av vvn pc-acp vvi. pns31 vbz (np1: crd.) j p-acp n1, j pc-acp vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 807
16074 The heart of God is never out of frame for that wo•ke, never indisposed to it. The heart of God is never out of frame for that wo•ke, never indisposed to it. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-x av pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, av-x vvn p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 807
16075 David found him so ( Psal: 32.5.) I said I will confesse mine iniquity; he did not say, I have confessed mine iniquity; David found him so (Psalm: 32.5.) I said I will confess mine iniquity; he did not say, I have confessed mine iniquity; np1 vvd pno31 av (np1: crd.) pns11 vvd pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1; pns31 vdd xx vvi, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 807
16076 he was not come to a formall Confession; he was not come to a formal Confessi; pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp dt j n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 807
16077 onely he had it upon his heart to humble himselfe before God, and confesse his sin; yet it follows; only he had it upon his heart to humble himself before God, and confess his since; yet it follows; av-j pns31 vhd pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1, cc vvi po31 n1; av pn31 vvz; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 807
16078 and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since. cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 807
16079 While there was but a holy resolve upon his heart to confesse his sin, the pardon of it was given him. While there was but a holy resolve upon his heart to confess his since, the pardon of it was given him. cs a-acp vbds p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbds vvn pno31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 808
16080 The holy history of his sin and of Gods mercy assureth us, that the word was no sooner out of his mouth (2 Sam: 12.13.) I have sinned, but instantly Nathan said, The Lord hath put away thy sin. The holy history of his since and of God's mercy assureth us, that the word was no sooner out of his Mouth (2 Sam: 12.13.) I have sinned, but instantly Nathan said, The Lord hath put away thy since. dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc pp-f ng1 n1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 vbds av-dx av-c av pp-f po31 n1 (crd np1: crd.) pns11 vhb vvn, p-acp av-jn np1 vvd, dt n1 vhz vvn av po21 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 808
16081 Though God doth not pardon of course, yet he is in a continuall course of pardon; Though God does not pardon of course, yet he is in a continual course of pardon; cs np1 vdz xx vvi pp-f n1, av pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 808
16082 therefore Moses prayed ( Numb: 14.19.) That God would pardon the people according to the greatness of his mercy, Therefore Moses prayed (Numb: 14.19.) That God would pardon the people according to the greatness of his mercy, av np1 vvd (j: crd.) cst np1 vmd vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 808
16083 and as he had forgiven them from Egypt untill then. and as he had forgiven them from Egypt until then. cc c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp np1 c-acp av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 808
16084 As if he had sayd, Lord, thou hast been pardoning all along from the very first step we took out of Egypt to this day, thou hast exercised abundance of patience, long-suffering and mercy in pardoning this people, As if he had said, Lord, thou hast been pardoning all along from the very First step we took out of Egypt to this day, thou hast exercised abundance of patience, long-suffering and mercy in pardoning this people, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, n1, pns21 vh2 vbn vvg d a-acp p-acp dt av ord n1 pns12 vvd av pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, pns21 vh2 vvn n1 pp-f n1, j cc n1 p-acp vvg d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 808
16085 now Lord pardon us, as thou hast done from Egypt to this day; doe not stop thy acts of Grace. now Lord pardon us, as thou hast done from Egypt to this day; do not stop thy acts of Grace. av n1 vvb pno12, c-acp pns21 vh2 vdn p-acp np1 p-acp d n1; vdb xx vvi po21 n2 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 808
16086 The very first act of pardon stands for ever, he that is once pardon'd, is alwayes pardon'd: The very First act of pardon Stands for ever, he that is once pardoned, is always pardoned: dt av ord n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp av, pns31 cst vbz a-acp vvn, vbz av vvn: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 808
16087 yet there are dayly renewings of pardon, and fresh acts of it every day. yet there Are daily renewings of pardon, and fresh acts of it every day. av a-acp vbr av-j n2-vvg pp-f n1, cc j n2 pp-f pn31 d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2621 Page 808
16109 Yet till pardon take sin off from the soul, there it must lye, there it must abide; Yet till pardon take since off from the soul, there it must lie, there it must abide; av p-acp n1 vvb n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1, a-acp pn31 vmb vvi, a-acp pn31 vmb vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16088 Fourthly, The word render'd to pardon, signifies to take away; as to beare a burden upon our selves (according to the former translation) so to beare, Fourthly, The word rendered to pardon, signifies to take away; as to bear a burden upon our selves (according to the former Translation) so to bear, ord, dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, vvz pc-acp vvi av; a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 (vvg p-acp dt j n1) av pc-acp vvi, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2622 Page 808
16089 or lift it off from another. Hence Note. Pardon is the taking away, or the bearing of sin off from us. or lift it off from Another. Hence Note. Pardon is the taking away, or the bearing of since off from us. cc vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp j-jn. av n1. n1 vbz dt vvg av, cc dt n-vvg pp-f n1 a-acp p-acp pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2622 Page 808
16090 An unpardoned soul hath a burden of sin upon him ready to break his back, yea enough to break his heart, were he sensible of it; an unpardoned soul hath a burden of since upon him ready to break his back, yea enough to break his heart, were he sensible of it; dt j n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, uh av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vbdr pns31 j pp-f pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16091 the Lord by pardon takes this burden off from him. the Lord by pardon Takes this burden off from him. dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz d n1 a-acp p-acp pno31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16092 David speaks of his sins under this notion of a burden, ( Psal. 38.4.) My sins are gone over my head, they are a burden too heavie for me to bear. David speaks of his Sins under this notion of a burden, (Psalm 38.4.) My Sins Are gone over my head, they Are a burden too heavy for me to bear. np1 vvz pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd.) po11 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po11 n1, pns32 vbr dt n1 av j c-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16093 Yea sin is a burden too heavie for the strongest Angel in heaven to bear. But pardon easeth the soul of that burden, or 'tis the unburdening of the soul: Yea since is a burden too heavy for the Strongest Angel in heaven to bear. But pardon eases the soul of that burden, or it's the unburdening of the soul: uh n1 vbz dt n1 av j c-acp dt js n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc pn31|vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16094 Hence also pardon is called the removing of sin, (Psal. 103.12.) Thou removest our sins from us, Hence also pardon is called the removing of since, (Psalm 103.12.) Thou removest our Sins from us, av av n1 vbz vvn dt n-vvg pp-f n1, (np1 crd.) pns21 vv2 po12 n2 p-acp pno12, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16095 as far as the East is from the West. as Far as the East is from the West. c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16096 Pardon removes sin even to the utmost distance, such is that of the East from the West. Pardon removes since even to the utmost distance, such is that of the East from the West. n1 vvz n1 av p-acp dt j n1, d vbz d pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16097 Pardon is called in another Scripture, the casting of sin behinde Gods back ( Isa. 38.17.) Thou hast cast all my sins behinde thy back. Pardon is called in Another Scripture, the casting of since behind God's back (Isaiah 38.17.) Thou hast cast all my Sins behind thy back. n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n1, dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp ng1 n1 (np1 crd.) pns21 vh2 vvn d po11 n2 p-acp po21 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16098 Ye when God by pardon takes sin from off our backs, he doth not only cast it behinde his owne back, You when God by pardon Takes since from off our backs, he does not only cast it behind his own back, pn22 c-crq np1 p-acp n1 vvz n1 p-acp p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pn31 p-acp po31 d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16099 but he layeth it upon the back of his Son. Sin must lye somwhere till it is satisfied for; but he Layeth it upon the back of his Son. since must lie somewhere till it is satisfied for; cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 n1 vmb vvi av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 808
16100 therefore pardon takes sin off from us, and layeth it upon Christ, ( Isa. 53. 6.) He hath laid on him the iniquities of us all. Therefore pardon Takes since off from us, and Layeth it upon christ, (Isaiah 53. 6.) He hath laid on him the iniquities of us all. av n1 vvz n1 a-acp p-acp pno12, cc vvz pn31 p-acp np1, (np1 crd crd) pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno31 dt n2 pp-f pno12 d. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16101 While sin is unpardoned, we bear it; While since is unpardoned, we bear it; cs n1 vbz j, pns12 vvb pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16102 and that it might be pardoned, Christ hath born it, (1 Pet. 2.24.) He bare our sins in his body on the tree. and that it might be pardoned, christ hath born it, (1 Pet. 2.24.) He bore our Sins in his body on the tree. cc cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn, np1 vhz vvn pn31, (crd np1 crd.) pns31 vvd po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16103 Pardoned sin is taken off from the sinner, and laid upon Christ; Pardoned since is taken off from the sinner, and laid upon christ; vvd n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16104 and he can do well enough with it, he can bear it, and discharge it fully, none else can: and he can do well enough with it, he can bear it, and discharge it Fully, none Else can: cc pns31 vmb vdi av av-d p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 av-j, pix av vmb: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16105 Indeed heaps of sin lye on the souls of some sinners, and they feel them no more then a fly: Indeed heaps of since lie on the Souls of Some Sinners, and they feel them no more then a fly: av n2 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, cc pns32 vvb pno32 av-dx dc cs dt n1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16106 what's the reason of it? Because they are dead in their sins, and nothing is a burden to a dead man, throw a thousand Milstones upon him, he feels none of them: what's the reason of it? Because they Are dead in their Sins, and nothing is a burden to a dead man, throw a thousand Millstones upon him, he feels none of them: q-crq|vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31? p-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp po32 n2, cc pix vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvb dt crd n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pix pp-f pno32: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16107 but a soul that is awakened, that hath but so much life put into it, but a soul that is awakened, that hath but so much life put into it, cc-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn, cst vhz p-acp av d n1 vvn p-acp pn31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16108 as to feel a conviction of sin, O how is that soul prest and burden'd with the weight of sin! as to feel a conviction of since, Oh how is that soul pressed and burdened with the weight of since! c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, uh q-crq vbz d n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1! (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16110 therefore Christ saith, ( John 9.41.) Because ye say ye see, your sin remains; What's that? You are unpardoned, your sin is upon you still; Therefore christ Says, (John 9.41.) Because you say you see, your since remains; What's that? You Are unpardoned, your since is upon you still; av np1 vvz, (np1 crd.) c-acp pn22 vvb pn22 vvb, po22 n1 vvz; q-crq|vbz d? pn22 vbr j, po22 n1 vbz p-acp pn22 av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16111 you think your selves very wise and understanding, you think you can do well enough without me, therefore your sin remaineth; you think your selves very wise and understanding, you think you can do well enough without me, Therefore your since remains; pn22 vvb po22 n2 av j cc n1, pn22 vvb pn22 vmb vdi av av-d p-acp pno11, av po22 n1 vvz; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16112 that is, it stands in full power and force against you. Fifthly, Here are no conditions; that is, it Stands in full power and force against you. Fifthly, Here Are no conditions; d vbz, pn31 vvz p-acp j n1 cc vvi p-acp pn22. ord, av vbr dx n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2624 Page 809
16113 God saith not, I pardon upon such and such terms, but I pardon. Hence Note. God pardons freely, he doth not clog pardon with hard terms. God Says not, I pardon upon such and such terms, but I pardon. Hence Note. God Pardons freely, he does not clog pardon with hard terms. np1 vvz xx, pns11 vvb p-acp d cc d n2, cc-acp pns11 vvb. av n1. np1 vvz av-j, pns31 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp j n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2625 Page 809
16114 'Tis the glory of God that he pardons freely. The pardon of sin may be considered, First, In the Decree of God from everlasting. It's the glory of God that he Pardons freely. The pardon of since may be considered, First, In the decree of God from everlasting. pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vvz av-j. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn, ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2627 Page 809
16115 Secondly, In the Execution of his Decree; which is, when any are effectually called and converted. Secondly, In the Execution of his decree; which is, when any Are effectually called and converted. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; r-crq vbz, c-crq d vbr av-j vvn cc vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2627 Page 809
16116 Thirdly, As to the manifestation and Declaration of it to the person pardoned. Thirdly, As to the manifestation and Declaration of it to the person pardoned. ord, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2627 Page 809
16117 A poor sinner may be unpardoned in his own sence, or in the Court of Conscience, A poor sinner may be unpardoned in his own sense, or in the Court of Conscience, dt j n1 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2627 Page 809
16118 when he is pardoned in the Court of Heaven. when he is pardoned in the Court of Heaven. c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2627 Page 809
16119 Now as pardon is free in the Decree of it, so in the Execution of it, Now as pardon is free in the decree of it, so in the Execution of it, av p-acp n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2627 Page 809
16120 as also in the Declaration of it to the soul; for though somthing, yea much must be done in the soul before pardon is declared, as also in the Declaration of it to the soul; for though something, yea much must be done in the soul before pardon is declared, c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1; c-acp cs pi, uh d vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2627 Page 809
16121 yet nothing is deserved, all is of free grace. God doth not manifest pardon till man repents and believes; yet nothing is deserved, all is of free grace. God does not manifest pardon till man repents and believes; av pix vbz vvn, d vbz pp-f j n1. np1 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp n1 vvz cc vvz; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2627 Page 809
16122 yet he doth not pardon him because he repents and believes. It may be objected, Surely there is somthing in us which moves God to pardon, yet he does not pardon him Because he repents and believes. It may be objected, Surely there is something in us which moves God to pardon, av pns31 vdz xx vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz. pn31 vmb vbi vvn, av-j a-acp vbz pi p-acp pno12 r-crq vvz np1 pc-acp vvi, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2627 Page 809
16123 for saith not Christ of Mary (Luke 7.47.) Many sins are forgiven her, for she loved much. for Says not christ of Marry (Lycia 7.47.) Many Sins Are forgiven her, for she loved much. c-acp vvz xx np1 pp-f uh (n1 crd.) d n2 vbr vvn pno31, c-acp pns31 vvd av-d. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2628 Page 809
16124 Hence Papists argue, that, pardon of sin is from somthing in us, she repented much, believed much, loved much, Hence Papists argue, that, pardon of since is from something in us, she repented much, believed much, loved much, av njp2 vvb, d, n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp pi p-acp pno12, pns31 vvd av-d, vvd av-d, vvd av-d, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2628 Page 810
16125 therefore much was forgiven her? Therefore much was forgiven her? av d vbds vvn pno31? (35) chapter (DIV2) 2628 Page 810
16126 I answer, That Scripture declares her great love to be the effect of great pardoning mercy, not the cause of it. I answer, That Scripture declares her great love to be the Effect of great pardoning mercy, not the cause of it. pns11 vvb, cst n1 vvz po31 j n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j vvg n1, xx dt n1 pp-f pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16127 Christ saith to Peter, much is forgiven her; christ Says to Peter, much is forgiven her; np1 vvz p-acp np1, d vbz vvn pno31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16128 this woman was a noted sinner, and it appears plainly, that much hath been forgiven her, for she loved much. this woman was a noted sinner, and it appears plainly, that much hath been forgiven her, for she loved much. d n1 vbds dt j-vvn n1, cc pn31 vvz av-j, cst av-d vhz vbn vvn pno31, c-acp pns31 vvd av-d. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16129 That her many sins are forgiven her, this is the testimony, she loved much: The love of God to us, not our love to him, is the reason and original of pardon, ( Isa. 43.25.) I am he that blotteth out thy transgressions for my own sake. That her many Sins Are forgiven her, this is the testimony, she loved much: The love of God to us, not our love to him, is the reason and original of pardon, (Isaiah 43.25.) I am he that blots out thy transgressions for my own sake. d po31 d n2 vbr vvn pno31, d vbz dt n1, pns31 vvd av-d: dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, xx po12 n1 p-acp pno31, vbz dt n1 cc n-jn pp-f n1, (np1 crd.) pns11 vbm pns31 cst vvz av po21 n2 p-acp po11 d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16130 God pardoneth sin for his own sake, and for Christs sake, not for ours. God Pardoneth since for his own sake, and for Christ sake, not for ours. np1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc p-acp npg1 n1, xx c-acp png12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16131 In one Scripture God saith ( Exod. 34.6, 7.) I will by no means clear the guilty: In one Scripture God Says (Exod 34.6, 7.) I will by no means clear the guilty: p-acp crd n1 np1 vvz (np1 crd, crd) pns11 vmb p-acp dx n2 vvi dt j: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16132 In another ( John 6.37.) Christ saith, He that comes to me, I will in no wise cast out. In Another (John 6.37.) christ Says, He that comes to me, I will in no wise cast out. p-acp j-jn (np1 crd.) np1 vvz, pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb p-acp dx j vvn av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16133 Till the sinner cometh to Christ, his sins are upon his own account; Till the sinner comes to christ, his Sins Are upon his own account; p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, po31 n2 vbr p-acp po31 d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16134 that is, he stands guilty, and God saith, I will by no means clear the guilty; that is, he Stands guilty, and God Says, I will by no means clear the guilty; d vbz, pns31 vvz j, cc np1 vvz, pns11 vmb p-acp dx n2 vvi dt j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16135 no man shall ever be clear'd of the punishment due to his sin, while the guilt of his sin is untaken off by the blood of Jesus Christ: no man shall ever be cleared of the punishment due to his since, while the guilt of his since is untaken off by the blood of jesus christ: dx n1 vmb av vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 j-jn p-acp po31 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16136 but besides respect to the blood of Christ (which is the ransome paid for us) God respects nothing out of himself as the reason why he pardoneth us. but beside respect to the blood of christ (which is the ransom paid for us) God respects nothing out of himself as the reason why he Pardoneth us. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12) n1 vvz pix av pp-f px31 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16137 I forgive. I will not destroy. I forgive. I will not destroy. pns11 vvb. pns11 vmb xx vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2629 Page 810
16138 Our Translation reads it, I will not offend. The word signifies first to offend or sin; it signifies also to destroy; Our translation reads it, I will not offend. The word signifies First to offend or since; it signifies also to destroy; po12 n1 vvz pn31, pns11 vmb xx vvi. dt n1 vvz ord pc-acp vvi cc n1; pn31 vvz av pc-acp vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2630 Page 810
16139 and because destruction is a fruit or effect of sin, one word may well serve for both; and Because destruction is a fruit or Effect of since, one word may well serve for both; cc c-acp n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, crd n1 vmb av vvi p-acp d; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2630 Page 810
16140 so we render it ( Micah 2.10.) This is not your rest, because it is polluted, it shall destroy you, even with a sore destruction. so we render it (micah 2.10.) This is not your rest, Because it is polluted, it shall destroy you, even with a soar destruction. av pns12 vvb pn31 (np1 crd.) d vbz xx po22 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vmb vvi pn22, av p-acp dt j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2630 Page 810
16141 Canaan was the resting place of God himself, ( Psal. 132.14.) and it was the resting place of the Jewes after their travel through the wilderness, ( Jer. 31.2.) but when once they had polluted the land by sin, the land gave them no rest, but destroyed them; Canaan was the resting place of God himself, (Psalm 132.14.) and it was the resting place of the Jews After their travel through the Wilderness, (Jer. 31.2.) but when once they had polluted the land by since, the land gave them no rest, but destroyed them; np1 vbds dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 px31, (np1 crd.) cc pn31 vbds dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt np2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd.) cc-acp q-crq a-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 vvd pno32 dx n1, cc-acp vvd pno32; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2630 Page 810
16142 that is, they were destroyed out of the land. that is, they were destroyed out of the land. d vbz, pns32 vbdr vvn av pp-f dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2630 Page 810
16143 Here God declaring himself gracious in pardoning penitent sinners, promiseth rest to them, and freedome from destruction. Here God declaring himself gracious in pardoning penitent Sinners, promises rest to them, and freedom from destruction. av np1 vvg px31 j p-acp vvg j-jn n2, vvz n1 p-acp pno32, cc n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2630 Page 810
16144 I forgive, I will not destroy. Hence observe first, God is able to destroy. I forgive, I will not destroy. Hence observe First, God is able to destroy. pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi. av vvi ord, np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2630 Page 810
16145 Thus God reported himself by Moses, (Deut. 32.39.) See now, that I, even I am he, and there is no God with me; Thus God reported himself by Moses, (Deuteronomy 32.39.) See now, that I, even I am he, and there is no God with me; av np1 vvd px31 p-acp np1, (np1 crd.) vvb av, cst pns11, j pns11 vbm pns31, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno11; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2632 Page 810
16146 I kill, and I make alive; I wound, and I heal; neither is there any that can deliver out of my hand. I kill, and I make alive; I wound, and I heal; neither is there any that can deliver out of my hand. pns11 vvi, cc pns11 vvb j; pns11 vvi, cc pns11 vvi; av-dx vbz pc-acp d cst vmb vvi av pp-f po11 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2632 Page 811
16147 God doth not say I cannot, but I will not destroy; (James 4.12.) There is one Law-giver who is able to save and to destroy: God does not say I cannot, but I will not destroy; (James 4.12.) There is one Lawgiver who is able to save and to destroy: np1 vdz xx vvi pns11 vmbx, p-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi; (np1 crd.) pc-acp vbz crd n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2632 Page 811
16148 There is but one supream Law-giver, and that's God: and this one Law-giver is able to save and to destroy. There is but one supreme Lawgiver, and that's God: and this one Lawgiver is able to save and to destroy. pc-acp vbz cc-acp pi j n1, cc d|vbz np1: cc d crd n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2632 Page 811
16149 There are many Law-givers that are neither able to save nor to destroy; or if they be able to destroy, they are not able to save. There Are many Lawgivers that Are neither able to save nor to destroy; or if they be able to destroy, they Are not able to save. pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vbr dx j pc-acp vvi ccx pc-acp vvi; cc cs pns32 vbb j pc-acp vvi, pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2632 Page 811
16150 Men in authority, or worldly Powers, have not power alwayes to act their authority, but there is one Law-giver that's able to save and to destroy; Men in Authority, or worldly Powers, have not power always to act their Authority, but there is one Lawgiver that's able to save and to destroy; np1 p-acp n1, cc j n2, vhb xx n1 av pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbz crd n1 cst|vbz j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2632 Page 811
16151 he can save those that obey his Lawes, and destroy all those that transgress them; he can save those that obey his Laws, and destroy all those that transgress them; pns31 vmb vvi d cst vvb po31 n2, cc vvi d d cst vvb pno32; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2632 Page 811
16152 he is too strong for the strongest sinner, there is no making peace with him by opposing or overcoming his strength, but by taking hold of his strength, that is, by submitting to it, ( Isa. 27.5.) Secondly Note. he is too strong for the Strongest sinner, there is no making peace with him by opposing or overcoming his strength, but by taking hold of his strength, that is, by submitting to it, (Isaiah 27.5.) Secondly Note. pns31 vbz av j c-acp dt js n1, pc-acp vbz dx vvg n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg cc vvg po31 n1, p-acp p-acp vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst vbz, p-acp vvg p-acp pn31, (np1 crd.) ord n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2632 Page 811
16153 To forgive sin, or to shew mercy to sinners, is an act to which God declares himself more enclin'd, To forgive since, or to show mercy to Sinners, is an act to which God declares himself more inclined, p-acp vvb n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2, vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz px31 dc vvn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2633 Page 811
16154 or better pleased with, then to destroy sinners. Every one that sinneth deserves to be destroyed; or better pleased with, then to destroy Sinners. Every one that Sinneth deserves to be destroyed; cc av-jc vvn p-acp, cs pc-acp vvi n2. d pi cst vvz vvz pc-acp vbi vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2633 Page 811
16155 yet saith the Lord, I pardon, I will not destroy; yet Says the Lord, I pardon, I will not destroy; av vvz dt n1, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2634 Page 811
16156 I could destroy, and any one sin committed by any man would justifie me against all the world in his destruction: I could destroy, and any one since committed by any man would justify me against all the world in his destruction: pns11 vmd vvi, cc d crd n1 vvn p-acp d n1 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2634 Page 811
16157 Every mouth must be stopped, and all the world become guilty before God upon that account, ( Rom. 3.19.) yet God doth not destroy. Every Mouth must be stopped, and all the world become guilty before God upon that account, (Rom. 3.19.) yet God does not destroy. d n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc d dt n1 vvb j p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, (np1 crd.) av np1 vdz xx vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2634 Page 811
16158 And that he hath no content in destroying, he bindes it with an Oath ( Ezek. 33.11.) As I live saith the Lord, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, &c. as if he had said, I am not bent upon your destruction, I had rather be taken off, And that he hath no content in destroying, he binds it with an Oath (Ezekiel 33.11.) As I live Says the Lord, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, etc. as if he had said, I am not bent upon your destruction, I had rather be taken off, cc cst pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp vvg, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 (np1 crd.) p-acp pns11 vvb vvz dt n1, pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, av c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm xx vvn p-acp po22 n1, pns11 vhd av-c vbi vvn a-acp, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2634 Page 811
16159 and save you, I pardon, I will not destroy. and save you, I pardon, I will not destroy. cc vvb pn22, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2634 Page 811
16160 If any shall say, Hath God no pleasure in destruction? Hath he not a will to destroy as well as to save? If any shall say, Hath God no pleasure in destruction? Hath he not a will to destroy as well as to save? cs d vmb vvi, vhz np1 dx n1 p-acp n1? vhz pns31 xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi? (35) chapter (DIV2) 2635 Page 811
16161 I answer, God hath pleasure in destroying, but it is in the destruction of those who obstinately resist his Will, who refuse both his counsel and his Covenant; I answer, God hath pleasure in destroying, but it is in the destruction of those who obstinately resist his Will, who refuse both his counsel and his Covenant; pns11 vvb, np1 vhz n1 p-acp vvg, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq av-j vvi po31 n1, r-crq vvb d po31 n1 cc po31 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 811
16162 to such indeed he saith ( Prov. 1.26.) I will laugh at your calamity, to such indeed he Says (Curae 1.26.) I will laugh At your calamity, p-acp d av pns31 vvz (np1 crd.) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 811
16163 and mock when your fear (that is, the thing you feared) cometh, as desolation, &c. That, the men in whose calamity God laugheth are such, is evident by the character given of them at the 25th verse, Ye have set at nought all my counsel, and mock when your Fear (that is, the thing you feared) comes, as desolation, etc. That, the men in whose calamity God Laugheth Are such, is evident by the character given of them At the 25th verse, You have Set At nought all my counsel, cc vvb c-crq po22 n1 (cst vbz, dt n1 pn22 vvd) vvz, c-acp n1, av cst, dt n2 p-acp rg-crq n1 np1 vvz vbr d, vbz j p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ord n1, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pix d po11 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 811
16164 and would none of my reproof. and would none of my reproof. cc vmd pi pp-f po11 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 811
16165 As if God had said, you have laughed at my counsel, therefore I will laugh at your calamity. As if God had said, you have laughed At my counsel, Therefore I will laugh At your calamity. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1, av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16166 The Lord will declare himself delighted in their destruction who have despised instruction; The Lord will declare himself delighted in their destruction who have despised instruction; dt n1 vmb vvi px31 vvn p-acp po32 n1 r-crq vhb vvn n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16167 and he will glorifie himself in the actings of his Justice upon them, who have slighted and put by the tenders and entreaties of his mercy. and he will Glorify himself in the actings of his justice upon them, who have slighted and put by the tenders and entreaties of his mercy. cc pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16168 Yet still God declareth himself more pleased in acting and putting forth his saving power, then his destroying power. Yet still God Declareth himself more pleased in acting and putting forth his Saving power, then his destroying power. av av np1 vvz px31 dc vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg av po31 j-vvg n1, cs po31 vvg n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16169 The Prophet ( Hos. 11.8, 9.) most pathetically represents, as it were, a debate in the breast of God himself between his Justice and his Mercy; The Prophet (Hos. 11.8, 9.) most pathetically represents, as it were, a debate in the breast of God himself between his justice and his Mercy; dt n1 (np1 crd, crd) av-ds av-j vvz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16190 pardoned persons may smart, and smart greatly for sin, but they shall not dye eternally for it, they shall not be destroyed for it. pardoned Persons may smart, and smart greatly for since, but they shall not die eternally for it, they shall not be destroyed for it. vvn n2 vmb vvi, cc n1 av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi av-j p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
16170 How shall I give thee up, Ephraim? How shall I deliver thee, Israel? How shall I make thee as Admah? How shall I set thee as Zeboim? Mine heart is turned within me, my repentings are kindled together; How shall I give thee up, Ephraim? How shall I deliver thee, Israel? How shall I make thee as Admah? How shall I Set thee as Zeboim? Mine heart is turned within me, my repentings Are kindled together; c-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 a-acp, np1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21, np1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 p-acp np1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 p-acp n1? dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, po11 n2-vvg vbr vvn av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16171 (v. 9.) I will not execute the fierceness of mine anger, I will not return to destroy Ephraim. (v. 9.) I will not execute the fierceness of mine anger, I will not return to destroy Ephraim. (n1 crd) pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16172 We see after the debate, the Lord determines for sparing, not for destroying. We see After the debate, the Lord determines for sparing, not for destroying. pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp vvg, xx p-acp vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16173 So then, though he can, and will not only destroy, but laugh at the destruction of obstinate sinners, So then, though he can, and will not only destroy, but laugh At the destruction of obstinate Sinners, av av, cs pns31 vmb, cc vmb xx av-j vvi, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16174 yet he loves to spare rather then to destroy. yet he loves to spare rather then to destroy. av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi av-c cs pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2636 Page 812
16175 Thirdly, From the connexion of these two, pardoning and sparing mercy, God saith first, I pardon, and then secondly, I will not destroy; who are they whom God will not destroy? they are are such as he pardons. Hence Note. Thirdly, From the connexion of these two, pardoning and sparing mercy, God Says First, I pardon, and then secondly, I will not destroy; who Are they whom God will not destroy? they Are Are such as he Pardons. Hence Note. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd, vvg cc vvg n1, np1 vvz ord, pns11 vvb, cc av ord, pns11 vmb xx vvi; r-crq vbr pns32 r-crq np1 vmb xx vvi? pns32 vbr vbr d c-acp pns31 vvz. av n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2637 Page 812
16176 Pardoned persons shall never be destroyed. Pardoned Persons shall never be destroyed. vvd n2 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2638 Page 812
16177 As soon as Nathan had said to David, the Lord hath put away thy sin, the very next word is this, thou shalt not dye, (2 Sam. 12.13.) if Davids sin had not been pardoned, Daved must have dyed for it. As soon as Nathan had said to David, the Lord hath put away thy since, the very next word is this, thou shalt not die, (2 Sam. 12.13.) if Davids since had not been pardoned, Daved must have died for it. c-acp av c-acp np1 vhd vvn p-acp np1, dt n1 vhz vvn av po21 n1, dt av ord n1 vbz d, pns21 vm2 xx vvi, (crd np1 crd.) cs npg1 n1 vhd xx vbn vvn, vvd vmb vhi vvn p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 812
16178 'Tis a Logical Maxime, When the Cause is taken away, the Effect is taken away; It's a Logical Maxim, When the Cause is taken away, the Effect is taken away; pn31|vbz dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av, dt vvb vbz vvn av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 812
16179 Sin is the cause of destruction, therefore when God takes away sin, which is the cause, destruction the effect must needs be taken away too; since is the cause of destruction, Therefore when God Takes away since, which is the cause, destruction the Effect must needs be taken away too; n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-crq np1 vvz av n1, r-crq vbz dt n1, n1 dt n1 vmb av vbi vvn av av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 812
16180 pardon destroyeth sin, therefore how can they that are pardoned be destroyed? Pardon swallows up sin. pardon Destroyeth since, Therefore how can they that Are pardoned be destroyed? Pardon Swallows up since. n1 vvz n1, av q-crq vmb pns32 cst vbr vvn vbb vvn? n1 vvz a-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 812
16181 As the Apostle speaks of life, (2 Cor. 5.4.) That mortality might be swallowed up of life; As the Apostle speaks of life, (2 Cor. 5.4.) That mortality might be swallowed up of life; p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f n1, (crd np1 crd.) cst n1 vmd vbi vvn a-acp pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 812
16182 Here, mortality swallows up our lives by degrees, but hereafter mortality shall be swallowed up at once of life; Here, mortality Swallows up our lives by Degrees, but hereafter mortality shall be swallowed up At once of life; av, n1 vvz a-acp po12 n2 p-acp n2, cc-acp av n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp a-acp pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 812
16183 Now, as life shall then swallow up mortality, so pardon at present swalloweth up sin; Now, as life shall then swallow up mortality, so pardon At present swalloweth up since; av, c-acp n1 vmb av vvi a-acp n1, av vvb p-acp n1 vvz a-acp n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 812
16184 for as in our glorified state there shall never any thing of mortality appear, so in a pardon'd estate, nothing of sin shall appear as to hurt us. for as in our glorified state there shall never any thing of mortality appear, so in a pardoned estate, nothing of since shall appear as to hurt us. c-acp c-acp p-acp po12 vvn n1 a-acp vmb av-x d n1 pp-f n1 vvi, av p-acp dt vvn n1, pix pp-f n1 vmb vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 812
16185 Sin pardoned cannot be found, ( Jer. 50.20.) In those dayes, and in that time saith the Lord, the iniquity of Jacob shall be sought for, since pardoned cannot be found, (Jer. 50.20.) In those days, and in that time Says the Lord, the iniquity of Jacob shall be sought for, n1 vvn vmbx vbi vvn, (np1 crd.) p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n1 vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
16186 and there shall be none, and the sins of Judah, and they shall not be found; and there shall be none, and the Sins of Judah, and they shall not be found; cc pc-acp vmb vbi pix, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
16187 why not? The Lord answers, for I will pardon them whom I reserve: And if their sins shall not be found, why not? The Lord answers, for I will pardon them whom I reserve: And if their Sins shall not be found, c-crq xx? dt n1 vvz, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32 r-crq pns11 vvi: cc cs po32 n2 vmb xx vbi vvn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
16188 surely they shall not be found guilty, and therefore not destroyed: surely they shall not be found guilty, and Therefore not destroyed: av-j pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn j, cc av xx vvn: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
16189 God may chasten them whom he hath pardoned, but he will not destroy those whom he hath pardon'd; God may chasten them whom he hath pardoned, but he will not destroy those whom he hath pardoned; np1 vmb vvi pno32 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
16192 and the Lord told him particularly of a sore destruction upon a part of his house presently; and the Lord told him particularly of a soar destruction upon a part of his house presently; cc dt n1 vvd pno31 av-j pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
16193 because by this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of God to blaspheme, (thou being a Professor, hast opened the mouths of the wicked against profession) therefore (though thou shalt not dye, Because by this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of God to Blaspheme, (thou being a Professor, hast opened the mouths of the wicked against profession) Therefore (though thou shalt not die, p-acp p-acp d n1 pns21 vh2 vvn j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, (pns21 vbg dt n1, vh2 vvn dt n2 pp-f dt j p-acp n1) av (cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
16194 yet) the childe also that is born unto thee shall surely dye. There are two things which the pardon of sin takes away. yet) the child also that is born unto thee shall surely die. There Are two things which the pardon of since Takes away. av) dt n1 av cst vbz vvn p-acp pno21 vmb av-j vvi. pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2639 Page 813
16195 First, the power or reigne of sin; where-ever sin is pardoned, the strength of it is subdued. First, the power or Reign of since; wherever since is pardoned, the strength of it is subdued. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; j n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16196 God doth not pardon sin as Princes do; God does not pardon since as Princes do; np1 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp n2 vdb; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16197 they may pardon an evil doer, and yet he still remain as evil and as ready to do evil as ever; they may pardon an evil doer, and yet he still remain as evil and as ready to do evil as ever; pns32 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, cc av pns31 av vvi c-acp n-jn cc p-acp j pc-acp vdi j-jn c-acp av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16198 they may pardon a thief, and yet he continue to be a thief still; they may pardon a thief, and yet he continue to be a thief still; pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, cc av pns31 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 av; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16199 but if God pardons a drunkard, an adulterer, or a thief, he doth not remain a drunkard, but if God Pardons a drunkard, an adulterer, or a thief, he does not remain a drunkard, cc-acp cs np1 vvz dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16200 or an adulterer, or a thief still; God takes away the power of that sin which he pardoneth. or an adulterer, or a thief still; God Takes away the power of that since which he Pardoneth. cc dt n1, cc dt n1 av; np1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16201 Secondly, The pardon of sin takes away the punishment of sin; it may leave some chastisement, but it wholly takes away the punishment. Secondly, The pardon of since Takes away the punishment of since; it may leave Some chastisement, but it wholly Takes away the punishment. ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f n1; pn31 vmb vvi d n1, cc-acp pn31 av-jn vvz av dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16202 The Popish doctrine saith, the fault is taken away by pardon, but there is a commutation of the punishment, eternal punishment is changed into temporal, either in this life, or that to come; The Popish Doctrine Says, the fault is taken away by pardon, but there is a commutation of the punishment, Eternal punishment is changed into temporal, either in this life, or that to come; dt j n1 vvz, dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j n1 vbz vvn p-acp j, av-d p-acp d n1, cc cst pc-acp vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16203 hence their doctrines of Purgatory, and of Prayer for the dead, &c. all which stuffe comes in upon this account. hence their doctrines of Purgatory, and of Prayer for the dead, etc. all which stuff comes in upon this account. av po32 n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, av d r-crq n1 vvz p-acp p-acp d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16204 They cast all men into three sorts, some are Apostles and Martyrs, men very eminently godly, They cast all men into three sorts, Some Are Apostles and Martyrs, men very eminently godly, pns32 vvd d n2 p-acp crd n2, d vbr n2 cc n2, n2 av av-j j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16205 and they go immediately to heaven: and they go immediately to heaven: cc pns32 vvb av-j p-acp n1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16206 there are another sort, and these are Apostates from, or persecuters of the faith, notorious sinners, these go immediately to hell: there Are Another sort, and these Are Apostates from, or persecuters of the faith, notorious Sinners, these go immediately to hell: a-acp vbr j-jn n1, cc d vbr n2 p-acp, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, j n2, d vvb av-j p-acp n1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16207 there are a third or middle sort of ordinary sinners, and they go immediately after death, there Are a third or middle sort of ordinary Sinners, and they go immediately After death, a-acp vbr dt ord cc j-jn n1 pp-f j n2, cc pns32 vvb av-j p-acp n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 813
16208 neither to heaven nor hell, but to Purgatory, where they must bear the punishment of their sins till they can be prayed out: neither to heaven nor hell, but to Purgatory, where they must bear the punishment of their Sins till they can be prayed out: av-dx p-acp n1 ccx n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn av: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 814
16209 Christ hath only got so much favour for them (say they) to change their eternal punishment into a temporal. christ hath only god so much favour for them (say they) to change their Eternal punishment into a temporal. np1 vhz av-j vvn av d n1 p-acp pno32 (vvb pns32) p-acp vvi po32 j n1 p-acp dt j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 814
16210 The grace of the Gospel knows nothing of this Doctrine; The grace of the Gospel knows nothing of this Doctrine; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pix pp-f d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 814
16211 that tells us when sin is pardoned, all is pardoned, both guilt and punishment, both temporal and eternal, nothing remains but only chastisement; that tells us when since is pardoned, all is pardoned, both guilt and punishment, both temporal and Eternal, nothing remains but only chastisement; cst vvz pno12 c-crq n1 vbz vvn, d vbz vvn, d n1 cc n1, d j cc j, pix vvz cc-acp av-j n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 814
16212 how sorely soever a believer suffers in this life, yet strictly taken, it is but a chastisement, how sorely soever a believer suffers in this life, yet strictly taken, it is but a chastisement, c-crq av-j av dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1, av av-j vvn, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 814
16213 and there remaineth nothing for him to suffer in the life which is to come. And if so, then and there remains nothing for him to suffer in the life which is to come. And if so, then cc a-acp vvz pix p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. cc cs av, cs (35) chapter (DIV2) 2640 Page 814
16214 Pardon of sin is a precious mercy. 'Tis so, First, Because it proceeds from the precious mercies of God. Pardon of since is a precious mercy. It's so, First, Because it proceeds from the precious Mercies of God. n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j n1. pn31|vbz av, ord, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16215 Secondly, Because it comes thorow the precious blood of Christ, ( Col. 1.14.) Thirdly, Because it opens a door to all precious mercies; Secondly, Because it comes thorough the precious blood of christ, (Col. 1.14.) Thirdly, Because it Opens a door to all precious Mercies; ord, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd.) ord, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d j n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16216 as sin unpardoned with-holds all good things from us ( Jer. 5.25.) so sin pardoned opens the door for all mercy to flow in upon us. as since unpardoned withholds all good things from us (Jer. 5.25.) so since pardoned Opens the door for all mercy to flow in upon us. c-acp n1 j vvz d j n2 p-acp pno12 (np1 crd.) av n1 vvn vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16217 Christ said to the sick man ( Matth. 9.2.) Be of good cheer, thy sins are forgiven thee. christ said to the sick man (Matthew 9.2.) Be of good cheer, thy Sins Are forgiven thee. np1 vvd p-acp dt j n1 (np1 crd.) vbb pp-f j n1, po21 n2 vbr vvn pno21. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16218 Fourthly, It is a precious mercy, because it stops and keeps off all evils and judgements strictly so called, I forgive, I will not destroy. Our comforts cannot stand before the guilt of sin, Fourthly, It is a precious mercy, Because it stops and keeps off all evils and Judgments strictly so called, I forgive, I will not destroy. Our comforts cannot stand before the guilt of since, ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vvz cc vvz a-acp d n2-jn cc n2 av-j av vvn, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi. po12 n2 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16219 and our troubles cannot stand long before the pardon of sin; ( Isa. 33.24.) The highest wtath of God appears in this, when he will not pardon; and our Troubles cannot stand long before the pardon of since; (Isaiah 33.24.) The highest wtath of God appears in this, when he will not pardon; cc po12 n2 vmbx vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (np1 crd.) dt js n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d, c-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16220 and it argues the greatest displeasure of man against man, when he prayeth that he may not be pardoned. and it argues the greatest displeasure of man against man, when he Prayeth that he may not be pardoned. cc pn31 vvz dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16221 That was a most dreadful prayer of the Prophet, ( Isa. 2.9.) The mean man is bowed down, That was a most dreadful prayer of the Prophet, (Isaiah 2.9.) The mean man is bowed down, cst vbds dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd.) dt j n1 vbz vvn a-acp, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16222 and the mighty man humbles himself, therefore forgive them not; here was a prayer that they might not be forgiven; and the mighty man humbles himself, Therefore forgive them not; Here was a prayer that they might not be forgiven; cc dt j n1 vvz px31, av vvb pno32 xx; av vbds dt n1 cst pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16223 and the ground why he prayed so, seems to be as strange, as the matter of it was dreadful. and the ground why he prayed so, seems to be as strange, as the matter of it was dreadful. cc dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd av, vvz pc-acp vbi a-acp j, c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbds j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16224 Is it a sin to be excepted from pardon, to see a mean man bow down, Is it a since to be excepted from pardon, to see a mean man bow down, vbz pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvi a-acp, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16225 and a mighty man humble himself? The meaning is, they bowed themselves not to God, but to idols; and a mighty man humble himself? The meaning is, they bowed themselves not to God, but to Idols; cc dt j n1 j px31? dt n1 vbz, pns32 vvd px32 xx p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16226 all bowing and humbling our selves either to worship an idol, or in idol worship, is rebelling against God. all bowing and humbling our selves either to worship an idol, or in idol worship, is rebelling against God. d vvg cc vvg po12 n2 av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, vbz vvg p-acp np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16227 We have a like prayer ( Jer. 18.23.) the Prophet having spoken of the plots and devisings of the people against him, turns himself thus to God, Thou knowest all their counsel to slay me, forgive not their iniquity, We have a like prayer (Jer. 18.23.) the Prophet having spoken of the plots and devisings of the people against him, turns himself thus to God, Thou Knowest all their counsel to slay me, forgive not their iniquity, pns12 vhb dt j n1 (np1 crd.) dt n1 vhg vvn pp-f dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, vvz px31 av p-acp np1, pns21 vv2 d po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno11, vvb xx po32 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16228 neither blot their sin from thy sight. neither blot their since from thy sighed. av-dx vvi po32 n1 p-acp po21 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16229 Nothing can be wisht worse to any man then this, that his sin may never be pardoned. Nothing can be wished Worse to any man then this, that his since may never be pardoned. np1 vmb vbi vvn av-jc p-acp d n1 av d, cst po31 n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 814
16230 And here it may be questioned, how the Prophet could make such a prayer, which seems to have the height of all uncharitableness in it. And Here it may be questioned, how the Prophet could make such a prayer, which seems to have the height of all uncharitableness in it. cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi d dt n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 815
16231 I answer, first, The Prophet was led by an extraordinary Spirit to do this. I answer, First, The Prophet was led by an extraordinary Spirit to do this. pns11 vvb, ord, dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vdi d. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 815
16232 Secondly, We are not to conceive that the Prophet prayed for their eternal condemnation, but that God would call them to a reckoning, Secondly, We Are not to conceive that the Prophet prayed for their Eternal condemnation, but that God would call them to a reckoning, ord, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vvd p-acp po32 j n1, cc-acp cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-vvg, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 815
16233 and make them feel the evil of their own doings. and make them feel the evil of their own doings. cc vvi pno32 vvi dt n-jn pp-f po32 d n2-vdg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 815
16295 but we do not know all. Those words of the Apostle may have a twosold understanding. but we do not know all. Those words of the Apostle may have a twofold understanding. cc-acp pns12 vdb xx vvi d. d n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vhi dt j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16234 There is a sin unto death, for the pardon of which we are not to pray, (1 John 5.16.) yet there is no sin about which we are to pray that it may never be pardoned. There is a since unto death, for the pardon of which we Are not to pray, (1 John 5.16.) yet there is no since about which we Are to pray that it may never be pardoned. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi, (crd np1 crd.) av pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 815
16235 The worst prayer that can be made against any man, is, that he may not be pardoned; The worst prayer that can be made against any man, is, that he may not be pardoned; dt js n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, vbz, cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 815
16236 and there is nothing better to be prayed for then pardon. and there is nothing better to be prayed for then pardon. cc pc-acp vbz pix jc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 815
16237 It shewed the height of Christs love, when hanging on the Cross, he prayed thus for his enemies, ( Luke 23.34.) Father, forgive them, they know not what they do; It showed the height of Christ love, when hanging on the Cross, he prayed thus for his enemies, (Lycia 23.34.) Father, forgive them, they know not what they do; pn31 vvd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-crq vvg p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd av p-acp po31 n2, (av crd.) n1, vvb pno32, pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vdb; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 815
16238 And the Protomartyr Stephen breathed out a like spirit of charity, while he was breathing out his life (in a shower of stones powred upon him from more stony hearts, Acts 7.60.) with this prayer, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And the Protomartyr Stephen breathed out a like Spirit of charity, while he was breathing out his life (in a shower of stones poured upon him from more stony hearts, Acts 7.60.) with this prayer, Lord, lay not this since to their charge. cc dt vvb np1 vvd av dt j n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vbds vvg av po31 n1 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp av-dc j n2, n2 crd.) p-acp d n1, n1, vvb xx d n1 p-acp po32 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2641 Page 815
16239 Thus, I have finished this 31th verse, both according to our own Translation, and that other insisted upon by many of the learned; Thus, I have finished this 31th verse, both according to our own translation, and that other insisted upon by many of the learned; av, pns11 vhb vvn d ord n1, d vvg p-acp po12 d n1, cc d n-jn vvd p-acp p-acp d pp-f dt j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2642 Page 815
16240 only from the connexion of this verse with the next, according to the latter reading, (To God who saith I pardon, I will not destroy; only from the connexion of this verse with the next, according to the latter reading, (To God who Says I pardon, I will not destroy; av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt ord, vvg p-acp dt d vvg, (p-acp np1 r-crq vvz pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2642 Page 815
16241 it should be said, that which I see not teach thou me, if I have done iniquity, I will do no more.) Observe. it should be said, that which I see not teach thou me, if I have done iniquity, I will do no more.) Observe. pn31 vmd vbi vvn, cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvi pns21 pno11, cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc.) vvb. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2642 Page 815
16242 The very consideration that God is ready to pardon sin, should make us resolved against the committing of sin. The very consideration that God is ready to pardon since, should make us resolved against the committing of since. dt j n1 cst np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1, vmd vvi pno12 vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2643 Page 815
16243 The sin-pardoning mercy of God, is one of the highest and most spiritual arguments by which the soul is kept from sin. The Sin-pardoning mercy of God, is one of the highest and most spiritual Arguments by which the soul is kept from since. dt j n1 pp-f np1, vbz pi pp-f dt js cc av-ds j n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 815
16244 There is forgiveness with thee (saith David, Psal. 130.4.) that thou mayst be feared; There is forgiveness with thee (Says David, Psalm 130.4.) that thou Mayest be feared; pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno21 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) cst pns21 vm2 vbi vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 815
16245 that is, because thou art so merciful as to forgive sinners, therefore they ought to fear thee, in doing what thy will is, that is, Because thou art so merciful as to forgive Sinners, Therefore they ought to Fear thee, in doing what thy will is, cst vbz, c-acp pns21 vb2r av j c-acp pc-acp vvi n2, av pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi pno21, p-acp vdg q-crq po21 n1 vbz, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 815
16246 and in avoiding whatsoever is contrary to thy will. and in avoiding whatsoever is contrary to thy will. cc p-acp vvg r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp po21 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 815
16247 'Tis prophesied, that frame of spirit shall dwell upon the people of God in the latter dayes, ( Hos. 3.5.) They shall fear the Lord and his goodness; It's prophesied, that frame of Spirit shall dwell upon the people of God in the latter days, (Hos. 3.5.) They shall Fear the Lord and his Goodness; pn31|vbz vvn, cst n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt d n2, (np1 crd.) pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 cc po31 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 815
16248 that is, they shall fear to offend the Lord because he is so good, and ready to pardon. that is, they shall Fear to offend the Lord Because he is so good, and ready to pardon. cst vbz, pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz av j, cc j pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 815
16249 It was said by a Heathen (and it may shame many who profess themselves Christians, that a heathen said so) if I did know that men should never know the evil which I do, It was said by a Heathen (and it may shame many who profess themselves Christians, that a heathen said so) if I did know that men should never know the evil which I do, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j-jn (cc pn31 vmb vvi d r-crq vvb px32 np1, cst dt n-jn vvd av) cs pns11 vdd vvi d n2 vmd av-x vvi dt n-jn r-crq pns11 vdb, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 815
16250 and that the gods (so he speaks in their language) would pardon and forgive the evil which I do, and that the God's (so he speaks in their language) would pardon and forgive the evil which I do, cc cst dt n2 (av pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1) vmd vvi cc vvb dt n-jn r-crq pns11 vdb, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 816
16251 yet I would not do it. yet I would not do it. av pns11 vmd xx vdi pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 816
16252 Surely, the spirit of a true believer must needs rise thus high, and higher, upon the clear grounds of Gospel grace, Surely, the Spirit of a true believer must needs rise thus high, and higher, upon the clear grounds of Gospel grace, av-j, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb av vvi av j, cc jc, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 816
16253 and discoveries of the free love of God. and discoveries of the free love of God. cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 816
16254 Cannot a true believer say, though I know that God will pardon my sin, though he hath declared that my sin is pardoned, Cannot a true believer say, though I know that God will pardon my since, though he hath declared that my since is pardoned, vmbx dt j n1 vvi, cs pns11 vvb cst np1 vmb vvi po11 n1, cs pns31 vhz vvn d po11 n1 vbz vvn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 816
16255 and though I could be assured that men should never know of this sin, if I commit it, and though I could be assured that men should never know of this since, if I commit it, cc cs pns11 vmd vbi vvn d n2 vmd av-x vvi pp-f d n1, cs pns11 vvb pn31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 816
16256 yet I will not do it. To God who saith I pardon, it should be said, I will sin no more. yet I will not do it. To God who Says I pardon, it should be said, I will sin no more. av pns11 vmb xx vdi pn31. p-acp np1 r-crq vvz pns11 vvb, pn31 vmd vbi vvn, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2644 Page 816
16257 I shall now proceed to the 32d verse, which stands fair to either reading. Vers. 32. That which I see not, teach thou me; I shall now proceed to the 32d verse, which Stands fair to either reading. Vers. 32. That which I see not, teach thou me; pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt crd n1, r-crq vvz j p-acp d n-vvg. np1 crd cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx, vvb pns21 pno11; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2645 Page 816
16258 if I have done iniquity, I will do no more. if I have done iniquity, I will do no more. cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2645 Page 816
16259 Some carry the general sence of these words, as if spoken by God himself to Job, and spoken by an irony, some carry the general sense of these words, as if spoken by God himself to Job, and spoken by an Irony, d vvb dt j n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp cs vvn p-acp np1 px31 p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2646 Page 816
16260 or in scorn, as if he had thus bespoken him; or in scorn, as if he had thus bespoken him; cc p-acp n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd av vvn pno31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2646 Page 816
16261 If I have afflicted thee beyond thy desert, or have overthrown thy judgement (that Job had (more then once) complained of, ) if I have not kept to the true rules of reason and righteousness in chastening thee; If I have afflicted thee beyond thy desert, or have overthrown thy judgement (that Job had (more then once) complained of,) if I have not kept to the true rules of reason and righteousness in chastening thee; cs pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp po21 n1, cc vhb vvn po21 n1 (cst n1 vhd (av-dc cs a-acp) vvd pp-f,) cs pns11 vhb xx vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg pno21; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2646 Page 816
16262 if in my dealings with thee I have done amiss, or have not done thee right? Shew me wherein (O Job) and I will afflict thee so no more. if in my dealings with thee I have done amiss, or have not done thee right? Show me wherein (Oh Job) and I will afflict thee so no more. cs p-acp po11 n2-vvg p-acp pno21 pns11 vhb vdn av, cc vhb xx vdn pno21 av-jn? n1 pno11 c-crq (uh np1) cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2646 Page 816
16263 I shall not stay upon this, but take the words according to our Translation, as the whole verse intends a further description of a person deeply humbled under, I shall not stay upon this, but take the words according to our translation, as the Whole verse intends a further description of a person deeply humbled under, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, cc-acp vvb dt n2 vvg p-acp po12 n1, c-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 av-jn vvn p-acp, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2646 Page 816
16264 and sensible of the hand, the chastening, the afflicting hand of God; and sensible of the hand, the chastening, the afflicting hand of God; cc j pp-f dt n1, dt vvg, dt vvg n1 pp-f np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2646 Page 816
16265 who having said (with respect to all known sins) in the former verse, I will offend no more, saith here in this verse concerning all unknown sins, That which I see not, teach thou me; who having said (with respect to all known Sins) in the former verse, I will offend no more, Says Here in this verse Concerning all unknown Sins, That which I see not, teach thou me; r-crq vhg vvn (p-acp n1 p-acp d j-vvn n2) p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, vvz av p-acp d n1 vvg d j n2, cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx, vvb pns21 pno11; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2646 Page 816
16266 and if I have done iniquity, I will do no more. That which I see not. There is a two-sold sight; and if I have done iniquity, I will do no more. That which I see not. There is a twofold sighed; cc cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx. pc-acp vbz dt j n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2646 Page 816
16267 First, Corporal, the sight of the bodily eye. Secondly, Intellectual, the sight of the eye of the minde, or of the understanding; First, Corporal, the sighed of the bodily eye. Secondly, Intellectual, the sighed of the eye of the mind, or of the understanding; ord, n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. ord, j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 816
16268 when Elihu represents the penitent afflicted person speaking thus, What I see not, &c. he intends not a corporal sight but an intellectual. when Elihu represents the penitent afflicted person speaking thus, What I see not, etc. he intends not a corporal sighed but an intellectual. c-crq np1 vvz dt j-jn j-vvn n1 vvg av, r-crq pns11 vvb xx, av pns31 vvz xx dt j n1 p-acp dt j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 816
16269 Seeing is here (as often elsewhere in Scripture) put for knowing: the understanding is the eye of the soul. Seeing is Here (as often elsewhere in Scripture) put for knowing: the understanding is the eye of the soul. vvg vbz av (c-acp av av p-acp n1) vvd p-acp vvg: dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 816
16270 How blinde and dark are those men, who have no understanding in the things of God! ( Eph. 4.18.) When Christ had sayd, For judgement am I come into the world, that they which see not might see, How blind and dark Are those men, who have no understanding in the things of God! (Ephesians 4.18.) When christ had said, For judgement am I come into the world, that they which see not might see, c-crq j cc j vbr d n2, r-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 (np1 crd.) c-crq np1 vhd vvn, p-acp n1 vbm pns11 vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 r-crq vvb xx n1 vvi, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 817
16271 and that they which see might be made blinde; and that they which see might be made blind; cc cst pns32 r-crq vvb vmd vbi vvn j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 817
16272 some of the Pharisees said unto him ( John 9.41.) are we blinde also? (have we no eyes?) Jesus said unto them, If ye were blinde, ye should have no sin, Some of the Pharisees said unto him (John 9.41.) Are we blind also? (have we no eyes?) jesus said unto them, If you were blind, you should have no since, d pp-f dt np2 vvd p-acp pno31 (np1 crd.) vbr pns12 j av? (vhb pns12 dx n2?) np1 vvd p-acp pno32, cs pn22 vbdr j, pn22 vmd vhi dx n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 817
16273 but now ye say we see, therefore your sin remaineth; that is, your sin remaineth upon you in the power and guilt of it. but now you say we see, Therefore your since remains; that is, your since remains upon you in the power and guilt of it. cc-acp av pn22 vvb pns12 vvb, av po22 n1 vvz; cst vbz, po22 n1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 817
16274 In that sense also Christ useth the word ( Math: 13.14.) Hearing ye shall hear, and not understand, In that sense also christ uses the word (Math: 13.14.) Hearing you shall hear, and not understand, p-acp d n1 av np1 vvz dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvg pn22 vmb vvi, cc xx vvi, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 817
16275 and seeing ye shall see, and not perceive; and seeing you shall see, and not perceive; cc vvg pn22 vmb vvi, cc xx vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 817
16276 ye shall have only such a knowledge of God, and of the things of God, of his word, you shall have only such a knowledge of God, and of the things of God, of his word, pn22 vmb vhi av-j d dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f po31 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 817
16277 & of his works, as will be of no other use to you, then to leave you without excuse. & of his works, as will be of no other use to you, then to leave you without excuse. cc pp-f po31 n2, c-acp vmb vbi pp-f dx j-jn n1 p-acp pn22, cs pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 817
16278 Seeing ye shall see but not perceive; ye shall have a fruitless and an unprofitable sight. Seeing you shall see but not perceive; you shall have a fruitless and an unprofitable sighed. vvg pn22 vmb vvi cc-acp xx vvi; pn22 vmb vhi dt j cc dt j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2647 Page 817
16279 That which I see not (or have no understanding of) teach thou me, is the prayer of the humble soule. That which I see not (or have no understanding of) teach thou me, is the prayer of the humble soul. cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx (cc vhb dx n1 pp-f) vvb pns21 pno11, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2648 Page 817
16280 But what were those things, which he feared or supposed he did not see? Those unseene things might be of three sorts. But what were those things, which he feared or supposed he did not see? Those unseen things might be of three sorts. p-acp r-crq vbdr d n2, r-crq pns31 vvd cc vvd pns31 vdd xx vvi? d j n2 vmd vbi pp-f crd n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2648 Page 817
16281 First, Those sins which he did not see; First, Those Sins which he did not see; ord, d n2 r-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2649 Page 817
16282 and those in a double notion, either corruptions dwelling in him, or evills acted by him. and those in a double notion, either corruptions Dwelling in him, or evils acted by him. cc d p-acp dt j-jn n1, d n2 vvg p-acp pno31, cc n2-jn vvn p-acp pno31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2649 Page 817
16283 What corruptions, or what transgressions I see not, acquaint me with, anoynt mine eyes that I may see them. What corruptions, or what transgressions I see not, acquaint me with, anoint mine eyes that I may see them. q-crq n2, cc r-crq n2 pns11 vvb xx, vvb pno11 p-acp, vvi po11 n2 cst pns11 vmb vvi pno32. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2649 Page 817
16284 Secondly, Those favours and mercies which he did not see (we have many mercies which are not knowne to us, Secondly, Those favours and Mercies which he did not see (we have many Mercies which Are not known to us, ord, d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi (pns12 vhi d n2 r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp pno12, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2650 Page 817
16285 or of which we take little, yea no notice at all) those good turns, which I have received and have not been thankfull, or of which we take little, yea no notice At all) those good turns, which I have received and have not been thankful, cc pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb j, uh uh-dx n1 p-acp d) d j n2, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn cc vhb xx vbn j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2650 Page 817
16286 or have not improved and made sutable returns for them, shew thou me. or have not improved and made suitable returns for them, show thou me. cc vhb xx vvn cc vvn j n2 p-acp pno32, vvb pns21 pno11. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2650 Page 817
16287 Thirdly, Among the things not seene we may number the purposes, aimes, and ends of God, in laying those chastisements upon him. Thirdly, Among the things not seen we may number the Purposes, aims, and ends of God, in laying those chastisements upon him. ord, p-acp dt n2 xx vvn pns12 vmb vvi dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp pno31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2651 Page 817
16288 As if he had sayd, If I have not yet apprehended what thou drivest at in my affliction, shew it me, I beg and heartily desire a discovery of it. As if he had said, If I have not yet apprehended what thou drivest At in my affliction, show it me, I beg and heartily desire a discovery of it. p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pns11 vhb xx av vvn r-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp p-acp po11 n1, vvb pn31 pno11, pns11 vvb cc av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2651 Page 817
16289 And if I have acted unduely with respect to thy aimes in chastising me, I will doe so no more. And if I have acted unduely with respect to thy aims in chastising me, I will do so no more. cc cs pns11 vhb vvn av-j p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n2 p-acp vvg pno11, pns11 vmb vdi av av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2651 Page 817
16290 The acts of God are plaine, but his aymes lie close and are not perceived, but by an enlightned, yea and a very attentive eye. The acts of God Are plain, but his aims lie close and Are not perceived, but by an enlightened, yea and a very attentive eye. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j, cc-acp po31 n2 vvb j cc vbr xx vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt vvn, uh cc dt j j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2651 Page 817
16291 That which I see not, &c. Hence observe; First. That which I see not, etc. Hence observe; First. cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx, av av vvi; ord. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2651 Page 817
16292 The choycest servants of God may be much in the darke about and short in the knowledge of many things which it much concerns them to know. The Choicest Servants of God may be much in the dark about and short in the knowledge of many things which it much concerns them to know. dt js n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av-d p-acp dt j p-acp cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pn31 av-d vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2652 Page 817
16293 Though every believer hath an eye, and an eye open to see the things of God, the things which concern his peace, Though every believer hath an eye, and an eye open to see the things of God, the things which concern his peace, cs d n1 vhz dt n1, cc dt n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 r-crq vvb po31 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16294 yet the clearest-sighted among believers know but in part (1 Cor. 13.9.) We all know, yet the clearest-sighted among believers know but in part (1 Cor. 13.9.) We all know, av dt j p-acp n2 vvb cc-acp p-acp n1 (vvd np1 crd.) pns12 d vvb, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16352 He must make an attonement for his sin of ignorance. He must make an atonement for his since of ignorance. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2659 Page 821
16296 First, we know, but a little of any thing, that which we know we have but a part of it in our knowledge; First, we know, but a little of any thing, that which we know we have but a part of it in our knowledge; ord, pns12 vvb, cc-acp dt j pp-f d n1, cst r-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16297 in this life we know nothing throughly, nothing to the bottome, no not common principles. in this life we know nothing thoroughly, nothing to the bottom, no not Common principles. p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb pix av-j, pix p-acp dt n1, uh-dx xx j n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16298 David saith ( Psal: 119.96.) I have seen an end of all perfection, but thy commandement is exceeding broad; David Says (Psalm: 119.96.) I have seen an end of all perfection, but thy Commandment is exceeding broad; np1 vvz (np1: crd.) pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp po21 n1 vbz av-vvg j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16299 There is such a perfection in thy commandement, that I cannot see, nor can any man come to the out-side of it in this world. There is such a perfection in thy Commandment, that I cannot see, nor can any man come to the outside of it in this world. a-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, cst pns11 vmbx vvi, ccx vmb d n1 vvb p-acp dt n1-an pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16300 And as the holiness of God in the Law is exceeding broad, so there is a hight, a depth, a length, And as the holiness of God in the Law is exceeding broad, so there is a hight, a depth, a length, cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vbz av-vvg j, av pc-acp vbz dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16301 and a breadth in the love of God revealed in the Gospel, which exceedeth all our knowledge. ( Eph: 3.19.) That ye may know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge, &c. We know but a part of that love of God, the fruits and effects whereof are all our portion. and a breadth in the love of God revealed in the Gospel, which exceeds all our knowledge. (Ephesians: 3.19.) That you may know the love of christ which passes knowledge, etc. We know but a part of that love of God, the fruits and effects whereof Are all our portion. cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz d po12 n1. (np1: crd.) cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 cc n2 q-crq vbr d po12 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16302 We are not able to comprehend, though we labour to comprehend the breadth and length and depth and height of it. We Are not able to comprehend, though we labour to comprehend the breadth and length and depth and height of it. pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16303 Our measure of loving God is to love him out of measure; Our measure of loving God is to love him out of measure; po12 n1 pp-f j-vvg np1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16304 but 'tis a very small measure of the love of God to us which we can know. but it's a very small measure of the love of God to us which we can know. cc-acp pn31|vbz dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16305 Thus we know but little of that we know. Thus we know but little of that we know. av pns12 vvb p-acp j pp-f cst pns12 vvb. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16306 Secondly, We know in part, that is, there are many things which we know not at all, we have no knowledge of some things, which may be fully knowne. Secondly, We know in part, that is, there Are many things which we know not At all, we have no knowledge of Some things, which may be Fully known. ord, pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cst vbz, pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq pns12 vvb xx p-acp d, pns12 vhb dx n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vmb vbi av-j vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16307 Though we know many of our sins and corruptions, yet we have sins and corruptions which we know not of ( Psal. 19.12.) Who can understand his errors? Who can understand the errors of his understanding? who can understand the errors of his will? who can understand the errors of his affections? who can understand the errors of his actions? who can understand them all? yet they are all understandable. Though we know many of our Sins and corruptions, yet we have Sins and corruptions which we know not of (Psalm 19.12.) Who can understand his errors? Who can understand the errors of his understanding? who can understand the errors of his will? who can understand the errors of his affections? who can understand the errors of his actions? who can understand them all? yet they Are all understandable. cs pns12 vvb d pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, av pns12 vhb n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb xx pp-f (np1 crd.) q-crq vmb vvi po31 n2? q-crq vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? q-crq vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? q-crq vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2? q-crq vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2? q-crq vmb vvi pno32 d? av pns32 vbr d j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16308 There are many errors in all these, which we know not to be errors, therefore we have need every one of us to pray as David there did, Clense thou me from my secret faults. There Are many errors in all these, which we know not to be errors, Therefore we have need every one of us to pray as David there did, Cleanse thou me from my secret Faults. pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp d d, r-crq pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vbi n2, av pns12 vhb n1 d crd pp-f pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 a-acp vdd, vvb pns21 pno11 p-acp po11 j-jn n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16309 From secret faults in my understanding, from secret faults in my will and affections, in my practice and conversation. From secret Faults in my understanding, from secret Faults in my will and affections, in my practice and Conversation. p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp po11 n1, p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp po11 n1 cc n2, p-acp po11 n1 cc n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16310 The secret faults which he asked pardon for were not those faults which he had committed in secret, The secret Faults which he asked pardon for were not those Faults which he had committed in secret, dt j-jn n2 r-crq pns31 vvd n1 p-acp vbdr xx d n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp j-jn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16311 or which other men know not of; but those faults which were secrets to himselfe, or which himselfe knew not of: or which other men know not of; but those Faults which were secrets to himself, or which himself knew not of: cc r-crq j-jn n2 vvb xx pp-f; cc-acp d n2 r-crq vbdr n2-jn p-acp px31, cc r-crq px31 vvd xx pp-f: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16312 Further, we know not our faults; First, either in reference to the doing of evill, or sins of commission; Further, we know not our Faults; First, either in Referente to the doing of evil, or Sins of commission; av-jc, pns12 vvb xx po12 n2; ord, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f n-jn, cc n2 pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 818
16313 nor Secondly, in reference to the not doing of good or sins of omission; nor Secondly, in Referente to the not doing of good or Sins of omission; ccx ord, p-acp n1 p-acp dt xx vdg pp-f j cc n2 pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16314 nor Thirdly, doe we know our faults in reference to the manner of doing that which is good. nor Thirdly, do we know our Faults in Referente to the manner of doing that which is good. ccx ord, vdb pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vdg d r-crq vbz j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16315 Though we doe not quite omit a duty, yet we faile many times in the doing of it. Though we do not quite omit a duty, yet we fail many times in the doing of it. cs pns12 vdb xx av vvi dt n1, av pns12 vvb d n2 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16316 We doe little of the good which we ought, and little of the good which we doe is done as it ought. We do little of the good which we ought, and little of the good which we do is done as it ought. pns12 vdb av-j pp-f dt j r-crq pns12 vmd, cc j pp-f dt j r-crq pns12 vdb vbz vdn p-acp pn31 vmd. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16317 We have secret sins not only of commission in doing that which is evill, and of omission in not doing that which is good, but also in doing good. We have secret Sins not only of commission in doing that which is evil, and of omission in not doing that which is good, but also in doing good. pns12 vhb j-jn vvz xx av-j pp-f n1 p-acp vdg d r-crq vbz j-jn, cc pp-f n1 p-acp xx vdg d r-crq vbz j, cc-acp av p-acp vdg j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16318 There are many flaws and errors in our doing of that which is good, which, though we perceive not, yet the pure eyes of God perceive. There Are many flaws and errors in our doing of that which is good, which, though we perceive not, yet the pure eyes of God perceive. pc-acp vbr d n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 vdg pp-f d r-crq vbz j, r-crq, cs pns12 vvb xx, av dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16319 So then, as we see not all our errors in omitting duties, so we see not all our errors in performing duties; So then, as we see not all our errors in omitting duties, so we see not all our errors in performing duties; av av, c-acp pns12 vvb xx d po12 n2 p-acp vvg n2, av pns12 vvb xx d po12 n2 p-acp vvg n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16320 to see them requireth a spirituall sight indeed. to see them requires a spiritual sighed indeed. pc-acp vvi pno32 vvz dt j n1 av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16321 Many can see when they omit a duty altogether, and charge themselves with a fault for it, Many can see when they omit a duty altogether, and charge themselves with a fault for it, av-d vmb vvi c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 av, cc vvb px32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16322 but our faults in performance of duty, in prayer, in hearing none take notice of them, but our Faults in performance of duty, in prayer, in hearing none take notice of them, cc-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pix vvi n1 pp-f pno32, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16323 but they who have a spiritual eye, nor do they alwayes take notice of all of them, but they who have a spiritual eye, nor do they always take notice of all of them, cc-acp pns32 r-crq vhb dt j n1, ccx vdb pns32 av vvb n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16324 nor fully of any of them at any time. We are much in the dark about these errors which accompany our holy duties. nor Fully of any of them At any time. We Are much in the dark about these errors which accompany our holy duties. ccx av-j pp-f d pp-f pno32 p-acp d n1. pns12 vbr av-d p-acp dt j p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb po12 j n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16325 The iniquities of our holy things are many, and they lie very close. We may quickly and easily fall into them, but we cannot easily discerne them. The iniquities of our holy things Are many, and they lie very close. We may quickly and Easily fallen into them, but we cannot Easily discern them. dt n2 pp-f po12 j n2 vbr d, cc pns32 vvb av av-j. pns12 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns12 vmbx av-j vvi pno32. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2653 Page 819
16326 For, First, though we performe an act of worship, of Church-worship, of instituted worship, right for the substance, For, First, though we perform an act of worship, of Church-worship, of instituted worship, right for the substance, p-acp, ord, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, pp-f vvn n1, j-jn p-acp dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2654 Page 819
16327 yet we may miss and erre in severall circumstances, and not come up exactly to the outward performance of it. yet we may miss and err in several Circumstances, and not come up exactly to the outward performance of it. av pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp j n2, cc xx vvn a-acp av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2654 Page 819
16328 Secondly, much more may we run into errors and faults in the performance of duty, Secondly, much more may we run into errors and Faults in the performance of duty, ord, d dc vmb pns12 vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2654 Page 819
16329 as to the internall part of it, or that frame of heart with which a duty is to be performed. as to the internal part of it, or that frame of heart with which a duty is to be performed. c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2654 Page 819
16330 We seldome, I may safely say, we never come up to that zeale, to that self-abasement, to that faith, to that love and delight which should be in us when we approach to and appeare before God in the duties of his holy worship, whether publick or private. We seldom, I may safely say, we never come up to that zeal, to that self-abasement, to that faith, to that love and delight which should be in us when we approach to and appear before God in the duties of his holy worship, whither public or private. pns12 av, pns11 vmb av-j vvi, pns12 av-x vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1 cc vvi r-crq vmd vbi p-acp pno12 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, cs j cc j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2654 Page 819
16331 The best of Saints come farre short of knowing all the evill and faylings of their evill and deceitfull hearts, The best of Saints come Far short of knowing all the evil and failings of their evil and deceitful hearts, dt js pp-f n2 vvb av-j j pp-f vvg d dt j-jn cc n2-vvg pp-f po32 j-jn cc j n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2654 Page 819
16332 while they are engaged about that which is good, how much more are they short in the knowledge of God; while they Are engaged about that which is good, how much more Are they short in the knowledge of God; cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz j, c-crq d dc vbr pns32 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2654 Page 819
16333 and therefore what reason have we to say, as Elihu here directs the penitent soule to say; and Therefore what reason have we to say, as Elihu Here directs the penitent soul to say; cc av q-crq n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi, c-acp np1 av vvz dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2654 Page 819
16393 God only teacheth a man powerfully to be a good Souldier. God only Teaches a man powerfully to be a good Soldier. np1 av-j vvz dt n1 av-j pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16334 That which I know not teach thou me. Secondly, Note. It is the duty of the most knowing servants of God to confesse their ignorance. That which I know not teach thou me. Secondly, Note. It is the duty of the most knowing Servants of God to confess their ignorance. cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvi pns21 pno11. ord, n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j-vvg n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2654 Page 819
16335 When Elihu would have Job say, That which I see not teach thou me, he would have him confesse, that there was some goed or evill which he did not see. When Elihu would have Job say, That which I see not teach thou me, he would have him confess, that there was Some go or evil which he did not see. c-crq np1 vmd vhi n1 vvb, cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvi pns21 pno11, pns31 vmd vhi pno31 vvi, cst a-acp vbds d vvi cc n-jn r-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16336 He that desireth God to teach him, what he doth not see, doth therein acknowledge that he doth not see all that he ought. He that Desires God to teach him, what he does not see, does therein acknowledge that he does not see all that he ought. pns31 cst vvz np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi, vdz av vvi cst pns31 vdz xx vvi d cst pns31 vmd. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16337 Our understandings are imperfect as well as our wills and affections; and our sins or imperfections wheresoever they are must be confessed. Our understandings Are imperfect as well as our wills and affections; and our Sins or imperfections wheresoever they Are must be confessed. po12 n2 vbr j c-acp av c-acp po12 n2 cc n2; cc po12 n2 cc n2 c-crq pns32 vbr vmb vbi vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16338 The deficiency of our knowledge, or the imperfection of our understanding must be confessed as well as the imperfection of our will to doe good, and of our doing good. The deficiency of our knowledge, or the imperfection of our understanding must be confessed as well as the imperfection of our will to do good, and of our doing good. dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vdi j, cc pp-f po12 vdg j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16339 David layeth load upon himselfe in confessing the faultinesse of his understanding, or inability to judge aright of what he saw before him ( Psal: 73.22.) So ignorant was I and foolish, even as a beast before thee. David Layeth load upon himself in confessing the faultiness of his understanding, or inability to judge aright of what he saw before him (Psalm: 73.22.) So ignorant was I and foolish, even as a beast before thee. np1 vvz n1 p-acp px31 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 (np1: crd.) av j vbds p-acp cc j, av c-acp dt n1 p-acp pno21. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16340 And the speciall poynt wherein he confessed his ignorance, was about the outward dispensations of God, in suffering wicked men to flourish. And the special point wherein he confessed his ignorance, was about the outward dispensations of God, in suffering wicked men to flourish. cc dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1, vbds p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg j n2 pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16341 He had ignorant apprehensiōs, and was quite out in that matter; He had ignorant apprehensions, and was quite out in that matter; pns31 vhd j n2, cc vbds av av p-acp d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16342 and therefore befools himselfe and calls himselfe a beast, so far was he from seeing the mind and designe of God as became a Saint. and Therefore befools himself and calls himself a beast, so Far was he from seeing the mind and Design of God as became a Saint. cc av vvz px31 cc vvz px31 dt n1, av av-j vbds pns31 p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 a-acp vvd dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16343 Such an acknowledgement Agur made ( Pro: 30.2.) I am more brutish then any man, I have not the understanding of a man, I neither learned wisdome, Such an acknowledgement Agur made (Pro: 30.2.) I am more brutish then any man, I have not the understanding of a man, I neither learned Wisdom, d dt n1 vvb vvd (np1: crd.) pns11 vbm av-dc j cs d n1, pns11 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 av-dx vvd n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16344 nor have the knowledge of the holy. This worthy man confessed his ignorance; nor have the knowledge of the holy. This worthy man confessed his ignorance; ccx vhb dt n1 pp-f dt j. d j n1 vvd po31 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16345 and as the more we know, the more we see our ignorance, so the more we know, the more we confesse our ignorance. and as the more we know, the more we see our ignorance, so the more we know, the more we confess our ignorance. cc c-acp dt av-dc pns12 vvb, dt av-dc pns12 vvb po12 n1, av dt av-dc pns12 vvb, dt av-dc pns12 vvb po12 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16346 They that have but little knowledge, are especially defective in this poynt of knowledge to see their ignorance; They that have but little knowledge, Are especially defective in this point of knowledge to see their ignorance; pns32 cst vhb p-acp j n1, vbr av-j j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16347 and are therefore but little troubled with their ignorance. Many think they know enough; some, possibly, think they know all. and Are Therefore but little troubled with their ignorance. Many think they know enough; Some, possibly, think they know all. cc vbr av cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp po32 n1. av-d vvb pns32 vvb d; d, av-j, vvb pns32 vvb d. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16348 They who have least knowledge, are least conscious of their own ignorance. And as there are many sins of ignorance, so ignorance it selfe is a sin, They who have least knowledge, Are least conscious of their own ignorance. And as there Are many Sins of ignorance, so ignorance it self is a since, pns32 r-crq vhb ds n1, vbr av-ds j pp-f po32 d n1. cc c-acp a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f n1, av n1 pn31 n1 vbz dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16349 and therefore to be confessed and bewailed before God. Thirdly, When El•hu brings in the penitent person confessing his ignorance, and begging instruction, and Therefore to be confessed and bewailed before God. Thirdly, When El•hu brings in the penitent person confessing his ignorance, and begging instruction, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp np1. ord, c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvg po31 n1, cc j-vvg n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2656 Page 820
16350 It teacheth us, Sins of ignorance need pardon. As our ignorance needs pardon, so doe our sins of ignorance. It Teaches us, Sins of ignorance need pardon. As our ignorance needs pardon, so do our Sins of ignorance. pn31 vvz pno12, n2 pp-f n1 vvb n1. p-acp po12 n1 vvz n1, av vdb po12 n2 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2658 Page 820
16351 The law of Moses teacheth this ( Levit: 4.2.) If a soule shall sin through ignorance, &c. he shall bring his sacrifice. The law of Moses Teaches this (Levit: 4.2.) If a soul shall sin through ignorance, etc. he shall bring his sacrifice. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d (n1: crd.) cs dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, av pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2659 Page 821
16353 And we have further directions about offerings for sins of ignorance, when they are discovered and made knowne to the sinner himselfe. ( Lev: 5.2, 3, 4, 5, 6.) Then (saith the Law) he shall be guilty, that is, And we have further directions about offerings for Sins of ignorance, when they Are discovered and made known to the sinner himself. (Lev: 5.2, 3, 4, 5, 6.) Then (Says the Law) he shall be guilty, that is, cc pns12 vhb jc n2 p-acp n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvd vvn p-acp dt n1 px31. (np1: crd, crd, crd, crd, crd) av (vvz dt n1) pns31 vmb vbi j, cst vbz, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2659 Page 821
16354 if when he knoweth his sin, he doe not performe what the Law requireth in such cases, if when he Knoweth his since, he do not perform what the Law requires in such cases, cs c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vdb xx vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2659 Page 821
16355 then he is not only ceremonially but morally guilty, as a neglecter if not as a despiser of the ordinance and appoyntment of God for his cleansing. then he is not only ceremonially but morally guilty, as a neglecter if not as a despiser of the Ordinance and appointment of God for his cleansing. cs pns31 vbz xx av-j av-j p-acp av-j j, c-acp dt jc cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2659 Page 821
16356 That which I see not teach thou me. The words are a prayer for divine teaching. That which I see not teach thou me. The words Are a prayer for divine teaching. cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvb pns21 pno11. dt n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp j-jn n-vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2659 Page 821
16357 The teaching of God is two-fold; The teaching of God is twofold; dt n-vvg pp-f np1 vbz n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16358 First, Immediate by his Spirit ( John 14.26.) The Spirit which is the comforter shall come and teach you all things. First, Immediate by his Spirit (John 14.26.) The Spirit which is the comforter shall come and teach you all things. ord, j p-acp po31 n1 (np1 crd.) dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pn22 d n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16359 And againe (1 John 2.27.) The anoynting (that is, the Spirit) which ye have received of him, abideth in you: And again (1 John 2.27.) The anointing (that is, the Spirit) which you have received of him, Abideth in you: cc av (vvd np1 crd.) dt vvg (cst vbz, dt n1) r-crq pn22 vhb vvn pp-f pno31, vvz p-acp pn22: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16360 and ye need not that any man teach you; and you need not that any man teach you; cc pn22 vvb xx d d n1 vvb pn22; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16361 that is, ye need not rest in, or pin your faith upon the teachings of man; that is, you need not rest in, or pin your faith upon the teachings of man; cst vbz, pn22 vvb xx vvi p-acp, cc vvi po22 n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16362 as you must not despise, so ye need not depend upon the instruction of man. Secondly, There is a mediate teaching, God teacheth by meanes, instruments, and ordinances. as you must not despise, so you need not depend upon the instruction of man. Secondly, There is a mediate teaching, God Teaches by means, Instruments, and ordinances. c-acp pn22 vmb xx vvi, av pn22 vvb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvi vvg, np1 vvz p-acp n2, n2, cc n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16363 First, by the ministery of his word; Secondly, by the works of his hands. He teacheth, First, by his works of creation; First, by the Ministry of his word; Secondly, by the works of his hands. He Teaches, First, by his works of creation; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; ord, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2. pns31 vvz, ord, p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16364 Secondly, by his works of providence, they are our masters, tutors and instructers. Secondly, by his works of providence, they Are our Masters, tutors and instructers. ord, p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr po12 n2, n2 cc n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16365 Now when this penitent person prayeth, Teach thou me; we may understand him of both these teachings. Now when this penitent person Prayeth, Teach thou me; we may understand him of both these teachings. av c-crq d j-jn n1 vvz, vvb pns21 pno11; pns12 vmb vvi pno31 pp-f d d n2-vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16366 First, of immediate teaching by the Spirit, who is the anoynting. First, of immediate teaching by the Spirit, who is the anointing. ord, pp-f j n-vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16367 Secondly, of teaching by meanes, by the preaching of the word of God, and by his providences; Secondly, of teaching by means, by the preaching of the word of God, and by his providences; ord, pp-f vvg p-acp n2, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp po31 n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16368 in what way soever God is pleased to teach us, our hearts should stand open to receive instruction. in what Way soever God is pleased to teach us, our hearts should stand open to receive instruction. p-acp r-crq n1 av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12, po12 n2 vmd vvi j pc-acp vvi n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16369 And what way soever we receive instruction, it is God that teacheth us. Though men be the instruments, yet the effect is of him. Hence Note, First. And what Way soever we receive instruction, it is God that Teaches us. Though men be the Instruments, yet the Effect is of him. Hence Note, First. cc q-crq n1 av pns12 vvb n1, pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz pno12. cs n2 vbb dt n2, av dt n1 vbz pp-f pno31. av vvb, ord. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2660 Page 821
16370 God only is able to teach or shew us the things which we know not. Men alone cannot. God only is able to teach or show us the things which we know not. Men alone cannot. np1 av-j vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvb xx. n2 j vmbx. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2661 Page 821
16371 Christ said to his Disciples, when he commissioned them, ( Matth. 28.19.) Go teach all Nations. And ( Eph. 4.11.) When he ascended up on high he gave some Apostles, christ said to his Disciples, when he commissioned them, (Matthew 28.19.) Go teach all nations. And (Ephesians 4.11.) When he ascended up on high he gave Some Apostles, np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vvn pno32, (np1 crd.) vvb vvi d n2. cc (np1 crd.) c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp j pns31 vvd d n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 821
16372 and some Prophets, and some Evangelists, and some Pastors and Teachers; yet no Teachers can bring home instruction without the teachings of God. and Some prophets, and Some Evangelists, and Some Pastors and Teachers; yet no Teachers can bring home instruction without the teachings of God. cc d n2, cc d n2, cc d ng1 cc n2; av dx n2 vmb vvi av-an n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16373 The tenour of the new Covenant runs thus, ( Isa. 54.13.) All thy children shall be taught of the Lord. The tenor of the new Covenant runs thus, (Isaiah 54.13.) All thy children shall be taught of the Lord. dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz av, (np1 crd.) d po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16374 And again ( Jer. 31.34.) They shall teach no more every one his neighbour, &c. that is, they shall not be left to the teachings of man: And again (Jer. 31.34.) They shall teach no more every one his neighbour, etc. that is, they shall not be left to the teachings of man: cc av (np1 crd.) pns32 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc d crd po31 n1, av cst vbz, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n1: (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16375 or the teaching of God shall be so glorious, that all shall acknowledge it; or the teaching of God shall be so glorious, that all shall acknowledge it; cc dt n-vvg pp-f np1 vmb vbi av j, cst d vmb vvi pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16376 though there be instruments, yet the flowing forth of the spirit shall be such, that instruments and means shall be little taken notice of. though there be Instruments, yet the flowing forth of the Spirit shall be such, that Instruments and means shall be little taken notice of. cs pc-acp vbb n2, av dt vvg av pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi d, cst n2 cc n2 vmb vbi av-j vvn n1 pp-f. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16377 For when he saith, they shall not teach every one his neighbour, it is not an absolute Negative, For when he Says, they shall not teach every one his neighbour, it is not an absolute Negative, p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, pns32 vmb xx vvi d crd po31 n1, pn31 vbz xx dt j j-jn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16378 but shews that there shall be a more excellent teaching; but shows that there shall be a more excellent teaching; cc-acp vvz cst a-acp vmb vbi dt av-dc j n-vvg; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16379 as when the Apostle saith (2 Cor. 3.6.) Christ hath made us able Ministers, not of the letter, but of the Spirit; as when the Apostle Says (2 Cor. 3.6.) christ hath made us able Ministers, not of the Letter, but of the Spirit; c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz (crd np1 crd.) np1 vhz vvn pno12 j n2, xx pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16380 This Negative is not absolute, for the Apostles did teach the Letter, and the Spirit is usually conveyed by the Ministery of the letter, or of the external word; This Negative is not absolute, for the Apostles did teach the letter, and the Spirit is usually conveyed by the Ministry of the Letter, or of the external word; d j-jn vbz xx j, p-acp dt n2 vdd vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt j n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16381 the word is (as it were) the chariot wherein the Spirit rideth, and cometh by the ear to the heart. the word is (as it were) the chariot wherein the Spirit rides, and comes by the ear to the heart. dt n1 vbz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16382 So that, when Paul saith, We are Ministers not of the letter, &c. his meaning is, we are rather, So that, when Paul Says, We Are Ministers not of the Letter, etc. his meaning is, we Are rather, av cst, c-crq np1 vvz, pns12 vbr n2 xx pp-f dt n1, av po31 n1 vbz, pns12 vbr av, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16383 or we are more the Ministers of the Spirit then of the letter. or we Are more the Ministers of the Spirit then of the Letter. cc pns12 vbr av-dc cs n2 pp-f dt n1 av pp-f dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16384 The inward teaching accompanying our Ministery, carryeth the matter, both for conviction and conversion, both for illumination and consolation, not the outward teaching ( John 6.45.) Every man therefore that hath heard and learned of the Father, cometh unto me. The inward teaching accompanying our Ministry, Carrieth the matter, both for conviction and conversion, both for illumination and consolation, not the outward teaching (John 6.45.) Every man Therefore that hath herd and learned of the Father, comes unto me. dt j n-vvg vvg po12 n1, vvz dt n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, xx dt j n-vvg (np1 crd.) d n1 av cst vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno11. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16385 And how long soever we go to School to men, how long soever we sit under the Ministery of the ablest Gospel Preachers in the world, we come not to Christ till the Father teacheth; And how long soever we go to School to men, how long soever we fit under the Ministry of the Ablest Gospel Preachers in the world, we come not to christ till the Father Teaches; cc c-crq av-j av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, c-crq av-j av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb xx p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16386 till he joyn his inward teaching to the outward teaching of the Minister, the light and life of grace is not received. till he join his inward teaching to the outward teaching of the Minister, the Light and life of grace is not received. c-acp pns31 vvb po31 j n-vvg p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16387 It is God who teacheth effectually, men teach but instrumentally. Thus it was prophesied of the Gospel times ( Isa. 2.3. It is God who Teaches effectually, men teach but instrumentally. Thus it was prophesied of the Gospel times (Isaiah 2.3. pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz av-j, n2 vvb cc-acp av-j. av pn31 vbds vvn pp-f dt n1 n2 (np1 crd. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16388 & Micah 4.2.) Many Nations shall come and say, Come and let us go up to the Mountain of the Lord, & micah 4.2.) Many nations shall come and say, Come and let us go up to the Mountain of the Lord, cc np1 crd.) d n2 vmb vvi cc vvi, vvb cc vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16389 and to the House of the God of Jacob, and he will teach us of his wayes, and to the House of the God of Jacob, and he will teach us of his ways, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12 pp-f po31 n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16390 and we will walk in his paths, that is, he will accompany the Ministers and messengers of his word with his Spirit, he will impower them from on high, and we will walk in his paths, that is, he will accompany the Ministers and messengers of his word with his Spirit, he will empower them from on high, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2, cst vbz, pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp p-acp j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16391 and so we shall learn his Statutes, and understand his wayes. and so we shall Learn his Statutes, and understand his ways. cc av pns12 vmb vvi po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16392 David ascribes even his skill in Military affairs to Gods teaching, ( Psal. 144.1.) Blessed be the Lord, my strength, who teacheth my hand• to war, and my fingers to fight. David ascribes even his skill in Military affairs to God's teaching, (Psalm 144.1.) Blessed be the Lord, my strength, who Teaches my hand• to war, and my fingers to fight. np1 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp n2 vvg, (np1 crd.) vvn vbb dt n1, po11 n1, r-crq vvz po11 n1 p-acp n1, cc po11 n2 pc-acp vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 822
16394 Surely then, it is God only who teacheth us to be good Christians, to be Believers, to be holy. Surely then, it is God only who Teaches us to be good Christians, to be Believers, to be holy. np1 av, pn31 vbz np1 av-j r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j np1, pc-acp vbi n2, pc-acp vbi j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 823
16395 He hath his seat in heaven, who teacheth hearts on earth. Secondly, As these words hold out to us the temper of an humble sinner; Note. He hath his seat in heaven, who Teaches hearts on earth. Secondly, As these words hold out to us the temper of an humble sinner; Note. pns31 vhz po31 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz n2 p-acp n1. ord, c-acp d n2 vvb av p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; zz. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2662 Page 823
16396 A gracious humble soul is teachable, or is willing to be taught. A gracious humble soul is teachable, or is willing to be taught. dt j j n1 vbz j, cc vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2664 Page 823
16397 As it is the duty of the Ministers of the Gospel to be apt to teach, that's their special gift, or characteristical property; As it is the duty of the Ministers of the Gospel to be apt to teach, that's their special gift, or characteristical property; p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, d po32 j n1, cc j n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2665 Page 823
16398 so 'tis the peoples duty and grace to be apt to be taught, to be willing to be led, and instructed; so it's the peoples duty and grace to be apt to be taught, to be willing to be led, and instructed; av pn31|vbz dt ng1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2665 Page 823
16399 naturally we are unteachable and untractable. naturally we Are unteachable and untractable. av-j pns12 vbr j cc j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2665 Page 823
16400 As we know nothing of God savingly by nature, so we are not willing to know; As we know nothing of God savingly by nature, so we Are not willing to know; c-acp pns12 vvb pix pp-f np1 av-vvg p-acp n1, av pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2665 Page 823
16401 we would sit down in our ignorance, or at most in a form of knowledge. To be willing to learn, is the first, or rather the second step to learning. we would fit down in our ignorance, or At most in a from of knowledge. To be willing to Learn, is the First, or rather the second step to learning. pns12 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, vbz dt ord, cc av-c dt ord n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2665 Page 823
16402 The first is a sight of our ignorance; and the second, a readiness to be taught, and entertain the means of knowledge. The First is a sighed of our ignorance; and the second, a readiness to be taught, and entertain the means of knowledge. dt ord vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; cc dt ord, dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2665 Page 823
16403 Thirdly, The words being the form of a Prayer; Note. Thirdly, The words being the from of a Prayer; Note. ord, dt n2 vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1; zz. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2666 Page 823
16404 It is our duty to entreat the Lord earnestly that he would teach us what we know not. It is our duty to entreat the Lord earnestly that he would teach us what we know not. pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 r-crq pns12 vvb xx. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2667 Page 823
16405 It is a great favour and a mercy, that God will teach us, that he will be our master, our Tutor. It is a great favour and a mercy, that God will teach us, that he will be our master, our Tutor. pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc dt n1, cst np1 vmb vvi pno12, cst pns31 vmb vbi po12 n1, po12 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16406 Now, as we are to ask and pray for every mercy, so for this, that God would vouchsafe to be our Teacher, ( Psal. 25.4, 5.) Shew me thy wayes, O Lord, teach me thy paths; Now, as we Are to ask and pray for every mercy, so for this, that God would vouchsafe to be our Teacher, (Psalm 25.4, 5.) Show me thy ways, Oh Lord, teach me thy paths; av, c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1, av p-acp d, cst np1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi po12 n1, (np1 crd, crd) vvb pno11 po21 n2, uh n1, vvb pno11 po21 n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16407 Lead me in thy truth, and teach me; Led me in thy truth, and teach me; vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb pno11; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16408 David spake it twice in prayer, Lead me, and Teach me: Lead me on in the truth which I know, David spoke it twice in prayer, Led me, and Teach me: Led me on in the truth which I know, np1 vvd pn31 av p-acp n1, vvb pno11, cc vvb pno11: vvb pno11 a-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvb, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16409 and teach me the truths which I know not. and teach me the truths which I know not. cc vvb pno11 dt n2 r-crq pns11 vvb xx. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16410 So he prayeth again, ( Psal. 119.26.) Teach me thy Statutes, make me to understand the way of thy precepts. So he Prayeth again, (Psalm 119.26.) Teach me thy Statutes, make me to understand the Way of thy Precepts. av pns31 vvz av, (np1 crd.) vvb pno11 po21 n2, vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16411 David was convinced that he could not understand the Statutes of God, unless God would be his Teacher; David was convinced that he could not understand the Statutes of God, unless God would be his Teacher; np1 vbds vvn cst pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cs np1 vmd vbi po31 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16412 though he could read the Statutes of God, and understand the language of them, yet he did not understand the Spirit of them till he was taught (and taught) of God, though he could read the Statutes of God, and understand the language of them, yet he did not understand the Spirit of them till he was taught (and taught) of God, cs pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, av pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 c-acp pns31 vbds vvn (cc vvn) pp-f np1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16413 and therefore he prayed so earnestly, once and again, for his teaching. and Therefore he prayed so earnestly, once and again, for his teaching. cc av pns31 vvd av av-j, a-acp cc av, c-acp po31 n-vvg. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16414 When Philip put that question to the Eunuch ( Acts 8.30.) Ʋnderstandest thou what thou readest? He said, When Philip put that question to the Eunuch (Acts 8.30.) Ʋnderstandest thou what thou Readest? He said, c-crq vvi vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 (n2 crd.) vv2 pns21 r-crq pns21 vv2? pns31 vvd, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 823
16415 how can I except some man should guide me? Or, unless I am taught. how can I except Some man should guide me? Or, unless I am taught. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d n1 vmd vvi pno11? cc, cs pns11 vbm vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 824
16436 and done iniquity, without ifs or an's. and done iniquity, without ifs or an's. cc vdn n1, p-acp n2-cs cc ng1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16416 Though we read the Statutes of God, and read them every day, yet we shall know little unless the Lord teach us. Though we read the Statutes of God, and read them every day, yet we shall know little unless the Lord teach us. cs pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi pno32 d n1, av pns12 vmb vvi j cs dt n1 vvb pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 824
16417 Solomon made it his request for all Israel at the solemn Dedication of the Temple, (1 Kings 8.37.) Teach them the good way wherein they should walk. Solomon made it his request for all Israel At the solemn Dedication of the Temple, (1 Kings 8.37.) Teach them the good Way wherein they should walk. np1 vvd pn31 po31 n1 p-acp d np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (crd n2 crd.) vvb pno32 dt j n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 824
16418 God who is our Commander is also our Counseller. God who is our Commander is also our Counsellor. np1 r-crq vbz po12 n1 vbz av po12 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2668 Page 824
16419 Fourthly, From the special matter wherein this penitent person would be taught, which is plain from part of the latter verse, If I have done iniquity; Note. Fourthly, From the special matter wherein this penitent person would be taught, which is plain from part of the latter verse, If I have done iniquity; Note. ord, p-acp dt j n1 c-crq d j-jn n1 vmd vbi vvn, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f dt d n1, cs pns11 vhb vdn n1; n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2669 Page 824
16420 A gracious heart is willing to know and see the worst of himself. He would have God teach him what iniquity he hath done. A gracious heart is willing to know and see the worst of himself. He would have God teach him what iniquity he hath done. dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt js pp-f px31. pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvi pno31 r-crq n1 pns31 vhz vdn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2670 Page 824
16421 David was often upon that prayer, ( Psal. 139.24.) Search me, O God, and know my heart, David was often upon that prayer, (Psalm 139.24.) Search me, Oh God, and know my heart, np1 vbds av p-acp d n1, (np1 crd.) vvb pno11, uh np1, cc vvb po11 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16422 and see if there be any wicked way in me. Lord, shew me my sin; and see if there be any wicked Way in me. Lord, show me my since; cc vvb cs pc-acp vbb d j n1 p-acp pno11. n1, vvb pno11 po11 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16423 as I would not conceal my sin from thee, so I would not have my sin concealed from my self. as I would not conceal my since from thee, so I would not have my since concealed from my self. c-acp pns11 vmd xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno21, av pns11 vmd xx vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16424 A carnal man who lives in sin (though possibly he may pray for knowledge in some things, A carnal man who lives in since (though possibly he may pray for knowledge in Some things, dt j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1 (cs av-j pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16425 and would be a knowing man, yet he) hath no minde that either God or man should shew him his sin; and would be a knowing man, yet he) hath not mind that either God or man should show him his since; cc vmd vbi dt j-vvg n1, av pns31) vhz xx n1 cst d np1 cc n1 vmd vvi pno31 po31 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16426 He loves not to see the worst of himself, his dark part; he as little loves to see his sin, as to have it seen. He loves not to see the worst of himself, his dark part; he as little loves to see his since, as to have it seen. pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f px31, po31 j n1; pns31 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-acp pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16427 But a godly man never thinks he seeth his sin enough; But a godly man never thinks he sees his since enough; p-acp dt j n1 av-x vvz pns31 vvz po31 n1 av-d; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16428 how little soever he sins, he thinks he sins too much, (that's the general bent of a gracious mans heart) and how much soever he sees his sin, he thinks he sees it too little. how little soever he Sins, he thinks he Sins too much, (that's the general bent of a gracious men heart) and how much soever he sees his since, he thinks he sees it too little. c-crq j av pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz pns31 vvz av av-d, (d|vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1) cc c-crq d av pns31 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vvz pns31 vvz pn31 av av-j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16429 And therefore as he tells God what he knows of his sin, so he would have God tell him that of his sin which he doth not know. And Therefore as he tells God what he knows of his since, so he would have God tell him that of his since which he does not know. cc av c-acp pns31 vvz np1 r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n1, av pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvi pno31 d pp-f po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16430 That which I know not, teach thou me. If I have done iniquity, I will do no more. That which I know not, teach thou me. If I have done iniquity, I will do no more. cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx, vvb pns21 pno11. cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2671 Page 824
16431 There are two special parts of repentance. First, Confession of sin, whether known or unknown. There Are two special parts of Repentance. First, Confessi of since, whither known or unknown. pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f n1. ord, n1 pp-f n1, cs vvn cc j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2672 Page 824
16432 This we have in the former part of the verse, That which I see not, teach thou me. This we have in the former part of the verse, That which I see not, teach thou me. np1 pns12 vhb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst r-crq pns11 vvb xx, vvb pns21 pno11. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2672 Page 824
16433 There is the confession of sin, even of unknown sin. There is the Confessi of since, even of unknown since. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2672 Page 824
16434 The second part of repentance is reformation or amendment, a turning from sin, a forsaking of that iniquity which we desire God would shew us, we have this second part of repentance in this latter part of the verse. The second part of Repentance is Reformation or amendment, a turning from since, a forsaking of that iniquity which we desire God would show us, we have this second part of Repentance in this latter part of the verse. dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1 cc n1, dt vvg p-acp n1, dt vvg pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb np1 vmd vvi pno12, pns12 vhb d ord n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d d n1 pp-f dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2672 Page 824
16435 If I have done iniquity, I will do no more. But why doth he say, If I have? &c. Had he any any doubt whether he had done iniquity or no? every man must confess, down right, that he hath sinned, If I have done iniquity, I will do no more. But why does he say, If I have? etc. Had he any any doubt whither he had done iniquity or no? every man must confess, down right, that he hath sinned, cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. cc-acp q-crq vdz pns31 vvi, cs pns11 vhb? av vhd pns31 d d n1 cs pns31 vhd vdn n1 cc dx? d n1 vmb vvi, a-acp j-jn, cst pns31 vhz vvn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16437 Solomon having made such a supposition in his prayer at the Dedication of the Temple, (1 Kings 8.46.) If they sin against thee ) presently puts it into this position, for there is no man that sinneth not. Solomon having made such a supposition in his prayer At the Dedication of the Temple, (1 Kings 8.46.) If they sin against thee) presently puts it into this position, for there is no man that Sinneth not. np1 vhg vvn d dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (crd n2 crd.) cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno21) av-j vvz pn31 p-acp d n1, p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vvz xx. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16438 The Apostle concludes, (1 John 1.8.) If we say we have no sin, we deceive our selves, The Apostle concludes, (1 John 1.8.) If we say we have no since, we deceive our selves, dt n1 vvz, (crd np1 crd.) cs pns12 vvb pns12 vhb dx n1, pns12 vvb po12 n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16439 and the truth is not in us. and the truth is not in us. cc dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16440 Therefore, this, If I have done iniquity is not to be understood as if this or that man, Therefore, this, If I have done iniquity is not to be understood as if this or that man, av, d, cs pns11 vhb vdn n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn c-acp cs d cc d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16441 as if he or any man might be without sin; but when the penitent is brought in, saying, If I have done iniquity; as if he or any man might be without since; but when the penitent is brought in, saying, If I have done iniquity; c-acp cs pns31 cc d n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1; cc-acp c-crq dt n-jn vbz vvn p-acp, vvg, cs pns11 vhb vdn n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16442 h• meaning is, First, What ever iniquity I have done, I am willing to leave it, to abandon it, I will do so no more. h• meaning is, First, What ever iniquity I have done, I am willing to leave it, to abandon it, I will do so no more. n1 n1 vbz, ord, q-crq av n1 pns11 vhb vdn, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31, pns11 vmb vdi av av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16443 Secondly, Thus, If I have done iniquity, that is, if I have done any great iniquity, if I have acted perverseness, Secondly, Thus, If I have done iniquity, that is, if I have done any great iniquity, if I have acted perverseness, ord, av, cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, cst vbz, cs pns11 vhb vdn d j n1, cs pns11 vhb vvn n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16444 or perversly, as the word signifieth, I will do so no more; to do iniquity is more then barely to sin. or perversely, as the word signifies, I will do so no more; to do iniquity is more then barely to since. cc av-j, c-acp dt n1 vvz, pns11 vmb vdi av av-dx av-dc; pc-acp vdi n1 vbz av-dc cs av-j p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16445 As if he had said, though I cannot promise that I will sin no more; As if he had said, though I cannot promise that I will sin no more; p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-acp pns11 vmbx vvi cst pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16446 yet, Lord, if thou dost discover to me any iniquity, any gross sin or perversenesse, I will do that no more, I will engage my self against that sin with all my might; yet, Lord, if thou dost discover to me any iniquity, any gross since or perverseness, I will do that no more, I will engage my self against that since with all my might; av, n1, cs pns21 vd2 vvi p-acp pno11 d n1, d j n1 cc n1, pns11 vmb vdi cst dx av-dc, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d po11 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16447 and to the utmost of my power, by grace received, I will keep my self pure from every sin. If I have done iniquity. Hence Note. and to the utmost of my power, by grace received, I will keep my self pure from every since. If I have done iniquity. Hence Note. cc p-acp dt j pp-f po11 n1, p-acp n1 vvn, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 j p-acp d n1. cs pns11 vhb vdn n1. av n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2673 Page 825
16448 First, A godly man hath a gracious suspition of himself that he hath done evil, First, A godly man hath a gracious suspicion of himself that he hath done evil, ord, dt j n1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vhz vdn j-jn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2674 Page 825
16449 yea some great evil, that he hath done amiss, yea greatly amiss, though he be not able to charge himself with this or that particular iniquity. yea Some great evil, that he hath done amiss, yea greatly amiss, though he be not able to charge himself with this or that particular iniquity. uh d j n-jn, cst pns31 vhz vdn av, uh av-j av, cs pns31 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d cc d j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2674 Page 825
16450 He knoweth he hath sinned & done evil, though he knoweth not every evil he hath done, He Knoweth he hath sinned & done evil, though he Knoweth not every evil he hath done, pns31 vvz pns31 vhz vvn cc vdn j-jn, cs pns31 vvz xx d n-jn pns31 vhz vdn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2675 Page 825
16451 nor how sinfully he may have sinned; he doubts it may be worse with him then he seeth. nor how sinfully he may have sinned; he doubts it may be Worse with him then he sees. ccx c-crq av-j pns31 vmb vhi vvn; pns31 vvz pn31 vmb vbi av-jc p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vvz. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2675 Page 825
16452 Possibly he hath done iniquity. Job in reference to his children ( chap. 1.5.) had an holy suspition that in their feasting they might sin against God; Possibly he hath done iniquity. Job in Referente to his children (chap. 1.5.) had an holy suspicion that in their feasting they might sin against God; av-j pns31 vhz vdn n1. np1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 (n1 crd.) vhd dt j n1 cst p-acp po32 n-vvg pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2675 Page 825
16453 he knew no sin they had run into, nor could charge them with any excess; but he was jealous they had sinned; he knew no since they had run into, nor could charge them with any excess; but he was jealous they had sinned; pns31 vvd dx n1 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp, ccx vmd vvi pno32 p-acp d n1; cc-acp pns31 vbds j pns32 vhd vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2675 Page 825
16454 nor did Job speak thus, as if his meaning were, that possibly in their feasting some corruption might work in them, (he knew there is no man in the best duties of his life wholly freed from the workings of sin) but, he had this jealousie, that they might have fallen into some great sin, nor did Job speak thus, as if his meaning were, that possibly in their feasting Some corruption might work in them, (he knew there is no man in the best duties of his life wholly freed from the workings of since) but, he had this jealousy, that they might have fallen into Some great since, ccx vdd np1 vvb av, c-acp cs po31 n1 vbdr, cst av-j p-acp po32 vvg d n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, (pns31 vvd a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f po31 n1 av-jn vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1) cc-acp, pns31 vhd d n1, cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn p-acp d j n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2675 Page 826
16455 and so provoked God greatly against them, therefore he did (as it were) way-lay such guilt, and so provoked God greatly against them, Therefore he did (as it were) waylay such guilt, cc av vvd np1 av-j p-acp pno32, av pns31 vdd (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2675 Page 826
16457 As Job was thus jealous of his children, so a gracious heart, though he cannot charge himselfe with this or that evill, As Job was thus jealous of his children, so a gracious heart, though he cannot charge himself with this or that evil, p-acp np1 vbds av j pp-f po31 n2, av dt j n1, cs pns31 vmbx vvi px31 p-acp d cc d n-jn, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2675 Page 826
16458 yet he is apt to suspect his owne heart, and feares it may be worse with him, then possibly, it is. yet he is apt to suspect his own heart, and fears it may be Worse with him, then possibly, it is. av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, cc vvz pn31 vmb vbi av-jc p-acp pno31, av av-j, pn31 vbz. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2675 Page 826
16459 Secondly, When he saith, If I have done iniquity; This humble man, though he doth suppose that he might have done iniquity, Secondly, When he Says, If I have done iniquity; This humble man, though he does suppose that he might have done iniquity, ord, c-crq pns31 vvz, cs pns11 vhb vdn n1; d j n1, cs pns31 vdz vvi cst pns31 vmd vhi vdn n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2676 Page 826
16460 yet he doth but suppose it. Hence note. A godly man may live free from the doing of any grosse sin. yet he does but suppose it. Hence note. A godly man may live free from the doing of any gross since. av pns31 vdz p-acp vvi pn31. av vvi. dt j n1 vmb vvi j p-acp dt vdg pp-f d j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2676 Page 826
16461 He doth not put an if upon it whether he had sinned or no, but, whether he had done iniquity. He does not put an if upon it whither he had sinned or no, but, whither he had done iniquity. pns31 vdz xx vvi dt cs p-acp pn31 cs pns31 vhd vvn cc uh-dx, cc-acp, cs pns31 vhd vdn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2678 Page 826
16462 Zachariah and Elizabeth were not without sin, but they did no iniquity; Zachariah and Elizabeth were not without since, but they did no iniquity; np1 cc np1 vbdr xx p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 vdd dx n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2678 Page 826
16463 for, saith the text ( Luke 1.6.) They were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandements and ordinances of the Lord blamelesse. for, Says the text (Lycia 1.6.) They were both righteous before God, walking in all the Commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless. p-acp, vvz dt n1 (av crd.) pns32 vbdr d j c-acp np1, vvg p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2678 Page 826
16464 It cannot be imagined but that the people of Israel sinned, yet ( Num: 23.21.) God saw no iniquity in Jacob, nor perversenesse in Israel. It cannot be imagined but that the people of Israel sinned, yet (Num: 23.21.) God saw no iniquity in Jacob, nor perverseness in Israel. pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn, av (np1: crd.) np1 vvd dx n1 p-acp np1, ccx n1 p-acp np1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2678 Page 826
16465 There may be such a time in the Church when the people of God have no iniquity, no provocation to be seene or found among them. There may be such a time in the Church when the people of God have no iniquity, no provocation to be seen or found among them. a-acp vmb vbi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb dx n1, dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2678 Page 826
16466 Though a Godly man cannot deny but he hath sinned, yet he can affirme that he hath not indulged himselfe in any sin. Though a Godly man cannot deny but he hath sinned, yet he can affirm that he hath not indulged himself in any since. cs dt j n1 vmbx vvi cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn, av pns31 vmb vvi cst pns31 vhz xx vvn px31 p-acp d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2678 Page 826
16467 If I have done iniquity, I will doe no more. If I have done iniquity, I will do no more. cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2678 Page 826
16468 The Hebrew is, I will not adde. We render, I will doe no more. As if he had sayd; The Hebrew is, I will not add. We render, I will do no more. As if he had said; dt njp vbz, pns11 vmb xx vvi. pns12 vvb, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2679 Page 826
16469 If upon tryall, it be found that I have done iniquity, yet I will not adde iniquity to iniquity, I will not goe on, I will not persist, nor proceed in iniquity. If upon trial, it be found that I have done iniquity, yet I will not add iniquity to iniquity, I will not go on, I will not persist, nor proceed in iniquity. cs p-acp n1, pn31 vbi vvn cst pns11 vhb vdn n1, av pns11 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp, pns11 vmb xx vvi, ccx vvi p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2679 Page 826
16470 I will not take a step more in any way which God shall discover to me to be an evill way. I will not take a step more in any Way which God shall discover to me to be an evil Way. pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 av-dc p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2679 Page 826
16471 If I am out of the way, I will not goe on in my way. Hence observe. If I am out of the Way, I will not go on in my Way. Hence observe. cs pns11 vbm av pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi a-acp p-acp po11 n1. av vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2679 Page 826
16472 First, A godly penitent person is resolute against sin. His will is set against it; I will doe no more. First, A godly penitent person is resolute against since. His will is Set against it; I will do no more. ord, dt j j-jn n1 vbz j p-acp n1. po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31; pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2680 Page 826
16473 I shewed in opening the former verse (It is meere to be sayd unto God, I have borne chastisement, I will offend no more) in what sence a godly man may make such a promise, I showed in opening the former verse (It is mere to be said unto God, I have born chastisement, I will offend no more) in what sense a godly man may make such a promise, pns11 vvd p-acp vvg dt j n1 (pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc) p-acp r-crq n1 dt j n1 vmb vvi d dt n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 826
16474 or say, I will sin no more; here I say, A godly man is resolute against sin, especially against great sins. or say, I will sin no more; Here I say, A godly man is resolute against since, especially against great Sins. cc vvi, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc; av pns11 vvb, dt j n1 vbz j p-acp n1, av-j p-acp j n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16475 As a carnall man hath but very weake resolves for the doing of good, he hath (as some expresse it) but a velleity, somewhat like a will to doe that which is good; As a carnal man hath but very weak resolves for the doing of good, he hath (as Some express it) but a velleity, somewhat like a will to do that which is good; p-acp dt j n1 vhz p-acp av j vvz p-acp dt vdg pp-f j, pns31 vhz (c-acp d vvb pn31) p-acp dt n1, av av-j dt n1 pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16476 so a carnall man makes but weake resolves against evill, he hath not a setled will, so a carnal man makes but weak resolves against evil, he hath not a settled will, av dt j n1 vvz p-acp j vvz p-acp j-jn, pns31 vhz xx dt j-vvn n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16478 He makes some flourishes of profession against it, but he is not resolvedly ingaged against it; He makes Some flourishes of profession against it, but he is not resolvedly engaged against it; pns31 vvz d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp pns31 vbz xx av-vvn vvn p-acp pn31; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16479 whereas a godly man is resolute both as to the doing of good, and the not doing of evill. whereas a godly man is resolute both as to the doing of good, and the not doing of evil. cs dt j n1 vbz j av-d c-acp p-acp dt vdg pp-f j, cc av xx vdg pp-f n-jn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16480 If a godly man might have his will, he would never sin more; If a godly man might have his will, he would never sin more; cs dt j n1 vmd vhi po31 n1, pns31 vmd av-x vvi av-dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16481 And as a Godly man waiteth joyfully for that state of glory wherein he shall sin no more; And as a Godly man waits joyfully for that state of glory wherein he shall sin no more; cc c-acp dt j n1 vvz av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16482 so a resolution to sin no more, hath, as I may say, somewhat of glory in it. so a resolution to since no more, hath, as I may say, somewhat of glory in it. av dt n1 p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc, vhz, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, av pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16483 In glory we shall sin no more, and where grace is in truth, that soule would gladly be rid of sin, and sin no more. In glory we shall sin no more, and where grace is in truth, that soul would gladly be rid of since, and sin no more. p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, cc c-crq n1 vbz p-acp n1, cst n1 vmd av-j vbi vvn pp-f n1, cc vvb av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16484 A godly man is resolved against all ungodlinesse; and this is a kind of entrance into glory. A godly man is resolved against all ungodliness; and this is a kind of Entrance into glory. dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2681 Page 827
16485 Againe, Whereas the penitent man saith, I will doe no more. Note. Again, Whereas the penitent man Says, I will do no more. Note. av, cs dt j-jn n1 vvz, pns11 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc. n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2682 Page 827
16486 Continuance in any knowne sin ( for, saith he, what I know not teach thou me) or in that which is made knowne to us to be sinfull, is inconsistent with true repentance. Continuance in any known since (for, Says he, what I know not teach thou me) or in that which is made known to us to be sinful, is inconsistent with true Repentance. n1 p-acp d j-vvn n1 (p-acp, vvz pns31, r-crq pns11 vvb xx vvi pns21 pno11) cc p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi j, vbz j p-acp j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2683 Page 827
16487 Repentance for and continuance in sin, cannot consist in the same subject. Repentance for and Continuance in since, cannot consist in the same Subject. n1 p-acp cc n1 p-acp n1, vmbx vvi p-acp dt d n-jn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16488 This is the voyce of every gracious soule, I would not sin any more, or I would not continue any longer in sin. This is the voice of every gracious soul, I would not sin any more, or I would not continue any longer in since. d vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, pns11 vmd xx vvi d dc, cc pns11 vmd xx vvi d av-jc p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16489 To sin is common to man, but to continue in sin, is proper to a wicked man. To since is Common to man, but to continue in since, is proper to a wicked man. p-acp n1 vbz j p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, vbz j p-acp dt j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16490 To erre and faile that's humane, but to persevere in error is diabolicall. Sin will continue in us while we continue in this world; To err and fail that's humane, but to persevere in error is diabolical. since will continue in us while we continue in this world; p-acp vvi cc n1 cst|vbz j, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 vbz j. n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16491 but they that are not of the world, doe not, will not continue in sin, how long so ever they are in the world. but they that Are not of the world, do not, will not continue in since, how long so ever they Are in the world. cc-acp pns32 cst vbr xx pp-f dt n1, vdb xx, vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, c-crq av-j av av pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16492 Sin may be considered three wayes. First, as remaining in us; Secondly, as reserved; Thirdly, as preserved by us. since may be considered three ways. First, as remaining in us; Secondly, as reserved; Thirdly, as preserved by us. n1 vmb vbi vvn crd n2. ord, c-acp vvg p-acp pno12; ord, c-acp vvn; ord, c-acp vvn p-acp pno12. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16493 There is sin remaining in the best of Saints on this side heaven ( Rom: 7.20, 21, 22, 23, 24.) Sin is reserved only in carnall men, they save their sins, There is since remaining in the best of Saints on this side heaven (Rom: 7.20, 21, 22, 23, 24.) since is reserved only in carnal men, they save their Sins, pc-acp vbz n1 vvg p-acp dt js pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 n1 (np1: crd, crd, crd, crd, crd) n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp j n2, pns32 vvb po32 n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16494 and would be saved, not from but in their sins. Sin is preserved or maintained and defended in the worst of wicked men. and would be saved, not from but in their Sins. since is preserved or maintained and defended in the worst of wicked men. cc vmd vbi vvn, xx p-acp p-acp p-acp po32 n2. n1 vbz vvn cc vvd cc vvn p-acp dt js pp-f j n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16495 Sin is heightned to the utmost, where 'tis not only retained, but maintained and preserved. since is heightened to the utmost, where it's not only retained, but maintained and preserved. n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j, c-crq pn31|vbz xx av-j vvn, cc-acp vvd cc vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16496 The Apostle having closed the fifth Chapter of his Epistle to the Romanes, in the triumph of Gospel grace. The Apostle having closed the fifth Chapter of his Epistle to the Romans, in the triumph of Gospel grace. dt np1 vhg vvn dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt njp2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 827
16497 That as sin hath reigned unto death, so grace might reigne through righteousnesse unto eternall life by Jesus Christ our Lord, begins the next with a prevention of the abuse of this Grace; That as since hath reigned unto death, so grace might Reign through righteousness unto Eternal life by jesus christ our Lord, begins the next with a prevention of the abuse of this Grace; cst p-acp n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, av n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1, vvz dt ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16498 What shall we say then, shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? God forbid. What shall we say then, shall we continue in since that grace may abound? God forbid. r-crq vmb pns12 vvi av, vmb pns12 vvi p-acp n1 cst n1 vmb vvi? np1 vvb. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16499 How shall we that are dead to sin, live any longer therein? How can we continue in sin, that are partakers of Gospel grace? Sin will continue in us, How shall we that Are dead to sin, live any longer therein? How can we continue in since, that Are partakers of Gospel grace? since will continue in us, q-crq vmb pns12 d vbr j pc-acp vvi, vvb d av-jc av? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp n1, cst vbr n2 pp-f n1 n1? n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16500 but we cannot continue in it. The question implyeth a kind of impossibility. but we cannot continue in it. The question Implies a kind of impossibility. cc-acp pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31. dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16501 We were once dead in sin, but now we are dead to sin, how then can we live or continue in it? Perseverance is either our best or our worst. We were once dead in since, but now we Are dead to sin, how then can we live or continue in it? Perseverance is either our best or our worst. pns12 vbdr a-acp j p-acp n1, cc-acp av pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, c-crq av vmb pns12 vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31? n1 vbz d po12 js cc po12 js. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16502 To persevere is best when we persevere in good, and to persevere is worst when we persevere in evill. To persevere is best when we persevere in good, and to persevere is worst when we persevere in evil. pc-acp vvi vbz js c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp j, cc pc-acp vvi vbz js c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp j-jn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16503 It is bad to be or doe evill, but it is worse to abide in evill. It is bad to be or do evil, but it is Worse to abide in evil. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi cc vdi j-jn, cc-acp pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16504 The first best is not to sin, the next best is not to continue, nor lodge in sin, no not for an houre. The First best is not to since, the next best is not to continue, nor lodge in since, no not for an hour. dt ord js vbz xx p-acp n1, dt ord js vbz xx pc-acp vvi, ccx vvi p-acp n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16505 Paul sayd in another case ( Gal: 2.5.) To whom we gave place by subjection, no not for an houre; Paul said in Another case (Gall: 2.5.) To whom we gave place by subjection, no not for an hour; np1 vvd p-acp j-jn n1 (n1: crd.) p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvd n1 p-acp n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16506 We should not give place to sin, no not for a minute, but resist it to the utmost, We should not give place to since, no not for a minute, but resist it to the utmost, pns12 vmd xx vvi n1 p-acp n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp dt j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16507 and totally displace it, if we can. Lastly, From the Hebrew elegancy, which saith, I will not adde. Note. and totally displace it, if we can. Lastly, From the Hebrew elegancy, which Says, I will not add. Note. cc av-j vvi pn31, cs pns12 vmb. ord, p-acp dt njp n1, r-crq vvz, pns11 vmb xx vvi. n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2684 Page 828
16508 A godly man may commit sin after sin, but he doth not adde sin to sin. A godly man may commit since After since, but he does not add since to since. dt j n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2686 Page 828
16509 When he hath committed any one sin, he breaks it off and dedestroyeth it by repentance. When he hath committed any one since, he breaks it off and dedestroyeth it by Repentance. c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d crd n1, pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp cc vvz pn31 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16510 He doth not adde sin to sin, because the sin formerly committed is destroyed by repentance. He does not add since to since, Because the since formerly committed is destroyed by Repentance. pns31 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 av-j vvn vbz vvn p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16511 His former sin is taken off the file before he acts a second, who heartily repenteth of the first, His former since is taken off the file before he acts a second, who heartily Repenteth of the First, po31 j n1 vbz vvn a-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz dt ord, r-crq av-j vvz pp-f dt ord, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16512 and as heartily resolveth not to commit a second. and as heartily resolves not to commit a second. cc c-acp av-j vvz xx pc-acp vvi dt ord. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16513 Such a man doth not run a round of sinning and repenting, though he sinneth after •he hath repented. Such a man does not run a round of sinning and repenting, though he Sinneth After •he hath repented. d dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt av-j pp-f vvg cc vvg, cs pns31 vvz p-acp n1 vhz vvn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16514 Daniel gave that advice to Nebuchadnezzar (Dan: 4.27.) Break off thy sins by righteousnesse, daniel gave that Advice to Nebuchadnezzar (Dan: 4.27.) Break off thy Sins by righteousness, np1 vvd cst n1 p-acp np1 (uh: crd.) vvb a-acp po21 n2 p-acp n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16515 and thine iniquities by shewing mercy to the poore. and thine iniquities by showing mercy to the poor. cc po21 n2 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16516 If thou repentest indeed, the sin that cometh after will not be added to thy former, If thou Repentest indeed, the since that comes After will not be added to thy former, cs pns21 vv2 av, dt n1 cst vvz p-acp vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po21 j, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16517 because that is done away through Grace. Because that is done away through Grace. c-acp d vbz vdn av p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16518 A godly man (according to the former poynt) would not adde or commit another act of sin to his former; A godly man (according to the former point) would not add or commit Another act of since to his former; dt j n1 (vvg p-acp dt j n1) vmd xx vvi cc vvi j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16519 as it is sayd of Judah (Gen: 38.26.) who had committed folly with Tamar, He knew her againe no more. as it is said of Judah (Gen: 38.26.) who had committed folly with Tamar, He knew her again no more. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) r-crq vhd vvn n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd pno31 av av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16520 Though his sin was great, yet doubtlesse his heart was humbled, and he returned not to his former sin. Though his since was great, yet doubtless his heart was humbled, and he returned not to his former since. cs po31 n1 vbds j, av av-j po31 n1 vbds vvn, cc pns31 vvd xx p-acp po31 j n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 828
16521 But the wicked man continues in his wickednesse, yea, he blesseth himselfe in his heart, saying, I shall have peace, But the wicked man continues in his wickedness, yea, he Blesses himself in his heart, saying, I shall have peace, p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, uh, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1, vvg, pns11 vmb vhi n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16522 though I walk in the imagination of mi•e heart, to adde drunkennesse to thirst (Deut: 29.19.) Every new sin is an addition to his former sins, though I walk in the imagination of mi•e heart, to add Drunkenness to thirst (Deuteronomy: 29.19.) Every new since is an addition to his former Sins, cs pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi (n1: crd.) np1 j n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 j n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16523 because he alwayes liveth in sin. Because he always lives in since. c-acp pns31 av vvz p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16524 They who would not have the captives brought into the City, gave this reason (2 Chron: 28.13.) For whereas we have offended against the Lord already, ye intend to adde more to our sins, &c. O take heed of sinning so, as to joyne sins together. They who would not have the captives brought into the city, gave this reason (2 Chronicles: 28.13.) For whereas we have offended against the Lord already, you intend to add more to our Sins, etc. O take heed of sinning so, as to join Sins together. pns32 r-crq vmd xx vhi dt n2-jn vvd p-acp dt n1, vvd d n1 (crd np1: crd.) c-acp cs pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 av, pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi av-dc p-acp po12 n2, av sy vvb n1 pp-f vvg av, c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 av. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16525 As in Arithmeticke when we adde summe to summe, what an huge summe may we quickly make. As in Arithmetic when we add sum to sum, what an huge sum may we quickly make. p-acp p-acp n1 c-crq pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n1, r-crq dt j n1 vmb pns12 av-j vvi. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16526 Therefore breake off sin by repentance, that if thou sinnest againe, it may not be an adding of sin to sin. Therefore break off since by Repentance, that if thou Sinnest again, it may not be an adding of since to since. av vvb a-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst cs pns21 vv2 av, pn31 vmb xx vbi dt vvg pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16527 That's a dreadfull prophesie and threatning ( Psal: 69.27.) Adde iniquity to their iniquity, and let them not come into thy righteousnesse. That's a dreadful prophesy and threatening (Psalm: 69.27.) Add iniquity to their iniquity, and let them not come into thy righteousness. d|vbz dt j vvi cc vvg (np1: crd.) vvb n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvb pno32 xx vvi p-acp po21 n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16528 How doth the Lord adde iniquity to iniquity? will he cause any to sin more? or will he doe any iniquity? No; How does the Lord add iniquity to iniquity? will he cause any to sin more? or will he do any iniquity? No; q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp n1? vmb pns31 vvi d pc-acp vvi dc? cc vmb pns31 vdi d n1? uh-dx; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16529 the meaning is (as our margin intimates) the Lord will adde the punishment of their iniquity to their iniquity; the meaning is (as our margin intimates) the Lord will add the punishment of their iniquity to their iniquity; dt n1 vbz (p-acp po12 n1 vvz) dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16530 or he will give them up to the power of their owne lusts and vile affections, or he will give them up to the power of their own Lustiest and vile affections, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2 cc j n2, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16531 so that they cannot but renew the acts of sin, and adde one iniquity to another. so that they cannot but renew the acts of since, and add one iniquity to Another. av cst pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16532 It is a blessed worke when we are much in the additions of grace to grace, It is a blessed work when we Are much in the additions of grace to grace, pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1 c-crq pns12 vbr av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16533 and of good workes to good. and of good works to good. cc pp-f j n2 p-acp j. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16534 'Tis the designe and businesse of a gracious heart to adde grace to grace, that is, the exercise of one grace to another, till every grace be exercised (2 Pet: 1.5.) Give diligence to adde to your faith vertue, It's the Design and business of a gracious heart to add grace to grace, that is, the exercise of one grace to Another, till every grace be exercised (2 Pet: 1.5.) Give diligence to add to your faith virtue, pn31|vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f crd n1 p-acp j-jn, c-acp d n1 vbi vvn (crd n1: crd.) vvb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1 n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16535 and to vertue knowledge, and to knowledge temperance, and to temperance patience. Here is a blessed addition. and to virtue knowledge, and to knowledge temperance, and to temperance patience. Here is a blessed addition. cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1. av vbz dt j-vvn n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16536 When a good man hath done well once, he adds to doe more, he adds more acts of the same kind, When a good man hath done well once, he adds to do more, he adds more acts of the same kind, c-crq dt j n1 vhz vdn av c-acp, pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi av-dc, pns31 vvz dc n2 pp-f dt d n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16537 and he adds to doe good acts of any other kinde; He adds patience to godlinesse, and to godlinesse brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness charity; and he adds to do good acts of any other kind; He adds patience to godliness, and to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness charity; cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi j n2 pp-f d j-jn n1; pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 av-j n1, cc p-acp j n1 n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16538 thus he is busied in a blessed way of addition. thus he is busied in a blessed Way of addition. av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16539 But the addition of sin to sin, is the bitter fruit of rebellion against God ( Isa. 30.1.) Wo to the rebellious children — that cover, But the addition of since to since, is the bitter fruit of rebellion against God (Isaiah 30.1.) Woe to the rebellious children — that cover, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 (np1 crd.) n1 p-acp dt j n2 — cst n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16540 but not with a covering of my Spirit, that they may adde sin to sin. They that make excuses for sin committed, adde sin to sin; but not with a covering of my Spirit, that they may add since to since. They that make excuses for since committed, add since to since; cc-acp xx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po11 n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1. pns32 d vvi n2 p-acp n1 vvn, vvb n1 p-acp n1; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16541 yet by these coverings, we may understand not only excuses and pretences, for sin acted, but our owne good acts; yet by these coverings, we may understand not only excuses and pretences, for since acted, but our own good acts; av p-acp d n2-vvg, pns12 vmb vvi xx av-j n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 vvd, cc-acp po12 d j n2; (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16543 Yet I conceive, the adding of one kind of sin to another, is the addition there meant. Yet I conceive, the adding of one kind of since to Another, is the addition there meant. av pns11 vvb, dt vvg pp-f crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn, vbz dt n1 a-acp vvd. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 829
16544 The Israelites sayd to Samuel, when they were brought to a sight of their sin (1 Sam: 12.19.) We have added unto all our sins this evill to ask us a King. The Israelites said to Samuel, when they were brought to a sighed of their since (1 Sam: 12.19.) We have added unto all our Sins this evil to ask us a King. dt np1 vvn p-acp np1, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 (vvd np1: crd.) pns12 vhb vvn p-acp d po12 n2 d n-jn pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16545 They refused the Lords government, and asked a king in the pride of their hearts, and so added sin to sin. They refused the lords government, and asked a King in the pride of their hearts, and so added since to since. pns32 vvd dt n2 n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc av vvd n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16546 Thus 'tis sayd of Herod (Luke 3.20.) That to all his evill deeds, he added this, that he shut up John in prison. Thus it's said of Herod (Lycia 3.20.) That to all his evil Deeds, he added this, that he shut up John in prison. av pn31|vbz vvn pp-f np1 (n1 crd.) cst p-acp d po31 j-jn n2, pns31 vvd d, cst pns31 vvd a-acp np1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16547 And as there is an adding of severall kinds of sin, so of severall acts of the same kind of sin, oath to oath, And as there is an adding of several Kinds of since, so of several acts of the same kind of since, oath to oath, cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f j n2 pp-f n1, av pp-f j n2 pp-f dt d n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16548 and adultery to adultery, and wrong-dealing to wrong-dealing; this day some oppresse their brethren, and the next day they doe the same. and adultery to adultery, and wrong-dealing to wrong-dealing; this day Some oppress their brothers, and the next day they do the same. cc n1 p-acp n1, cc j p-acp j; d n1 d vvb po32 n2, cc dt ord n1 pns32 vdb dt d. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16549 O let such remember what additions the Lord will make to them, he will adde punishment to punishment, he will adde the same kind of punishment several times, he will adde sword to sword, O let such Remember what additions the Lord will make to them, he will add punishment to punishment, he will add the same kind of punishment several times, he will add sword to sword, sy vvb d vvb r-crq n2 dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt d n1 pp-f n1 j n2, pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16550 and famine to famine, and pestilence to pestilence, and he will adde punishments of various kinds. and famine to famine, and pestilence to pestilence, and he will add punishments of various Kinds. cc n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi n2 pp-f j n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16551 The Prophet reports what various or (if I may so speake) heterogeneal kindes of sin men added and strung up together. ( Hos: 4.2.) By swearing, and lying, The Prophet reports what various or (if I may so speak) heterogeneal Kinds of since men added and strung up together. (Hos: 4.2.) By swearing, and lying, dt n1 vvz r-crq j cc (cs pns11 vmb av vvi) j n2 pp-f n1 n2 vvn cc vvn a-acp av. (np1: crd.) p-acp vvg, cc vvg, (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16552 and killing, and stealing, and committing adultery, they break out and blood toucheth blood. and killing, and stealing, and committing adultery, they break out and blood touches blood. cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg n1, pns32 vvb av cc n1 vvz n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16553 Surely, God will make blood touch blood in a way of punishment, as men make blood touch blood in a way of sin. Surely, God will make blood touch blood in a Way of punishment, as men make blood touch blood in a Way of since. av-j, np1 vmb vvi n1 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp n2 vvb n1 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16554 The adding of sins makes an addition of plagues. The adding of Sins makes an addition of plagues. dt vvg pp-f n2 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16555 When Jehoiakim the King heard the roll read, he threw it into the fire and burnt it (Jer: 36.) but could he burne or make an end of the threatnings? no ( v. 32.) And there were added besides unto them many like words. When Jehoiakim the King herd the roll read, he threw it into the fire and burned it (Jer: 36.) but could he burn or make an end of the threatenings? no (v. 32.) And there were added beside unto them many like words. c-crq np1 dt n1 vvd dt n1 vvb, pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc vvd pn31 (n1: crd) cc-acp vmd pns31 vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2-vvg? uh-x (n1 crd) cc pc-acp vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp pno32 d j n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16556 It is sayd ( Rev: 22.18.) If any man shall adde unto these things, God shall adde unto him the plagues that are written in this booke. It is said (Rev: 22.18.) If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that Are written in this book. pn31 vbz vvd (np1: crd.) cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp d n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16557 To adde any thing to the holy word of God, is as sinfull as to take from the word, or act against it. To add any thing to the holy word of God, is as sinful as to take from the word, or act against it. pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vbz a-acp j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16558 God can adde plagues as fast as men adde sins. God can add plagues as fast as men add Sins. np1 vmb vvi n2 c-acp av-j c-acp n2 vvb n2. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16559 When sin is added to sin, then guilt is added to guilt, and punishment to punishment. When since is added to since, then guilt is added to guilt, and punishment to punishment. c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cs n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16560 Take heed of this addition, resolve with the penitent soule in the text; If I have done iniquity, I will adde no more. Take heed of this addition, resolve with the penitent soul in the text; If I have done iniquity, I will add no more. vvb n1 pp-f d n1, vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1; cs pns11 vhb vdn n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. (35) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 830
16561 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 33, 34, 35. Should it be according to thy mind? he will recompence it whether thou refuse, JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 33, 34, 35. Should it be according to thy mind? he will recompense it whither thou refuse, np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd, crd vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? pns31 vmb vvi pn31 cs pns21 vvb, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2687 Page 831
16639 That which is contrary to our appetite, the stomack refuseth and vomits it up againe; That which is contrary to our appetite, the stomach Refuseth and vomits it up again; d r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp po12 n1, dt n1 vvz cc vvz pn31 a-acp av; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2708 Page 835
16562 or whether thou chuse, and not I: therefore speak what thou knowest. Let men of understanding tell me, and let a wise man hearken unto me. or whither thou choose, and not I: Therefore speak what thou Knowest. Let men of understanding tell me, and let a wise man harken unto me. cc cs pns21 vvb, cc xx pns11: av vvb r-crq pns21 vv2. vvb n2 pp-f n1 vvb pno11, cc vvb dt j n1 vvi p-acp pno11. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2688 Page 831
16563 Job hath spoken without knowledge, and his words were without wisdome. IN the Context of these three verses Elihu doth chiefly these two things. Job hath spoken without knowledge, and his words were without Wisdom. IN the Context of these three Verses Elihu does chiefly these two things. np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, cc po31 n2 vbdr p-acp n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2 np1 vdz av-jn d crd n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2690 Page 831
16564 First, he appeales to the Conscience of Job (v. 33.) Should it be according to thy mind? ask thy selfe whether it should be so, yea or no. First, he appeals to the Conscience of Job (v. 33.) Should it be according to thy mind? ask thy self whither it should be so, yea or no. ord, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (n1 crd) vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? vvb po21 n1 cs pn31 vmd vbi av, uh cc uh-dx. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2691 Page 831
16565 Secondly, he appeals to the judgement of Jobs friends, yea of all wise and understanding men, concerning what Job had spoken, Secondly, he appeals to the judgement of Jobs Friends, yea of all wise and understanding men, Concerning what Job had spoken, ord, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 n2, uh pp-f d j cc j-vvg n2, vvg r-crq np1 vhd vvn, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2691 Page 831
16566 or whether he had not spoken unwisely, in the 33d and 34th verses; Let men of understanding tell me, and let a wise man hearken unto me. or whither he had not spoken unwisely, in the 33d and 34th Verses; Let men of understanding tell me, and let a wise man harken unto me. cc cs pns31 vhd xx vvn av-j, p-acp dt crd cc ord n2; vvb n2 pp-f n1 vvb pno11, cc vvb dt j n1 vvi p-acp pno11. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2691 Page 831
16567 Job hath spoken without knowledge, and his words were without wisdome. Job hath spoken without knowledge, and his words were without Wisdom. np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, cc po31 n2 vbdr p-acp n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2691 Page 831
16568 The scope of Elihu in these words is yet further to humble Job, and to provoke him to repentance for his inconsiderate speeches. The scope of Elihu in these words is yet further to humble Job, and to provoke him to Repentance for his inconsiderate Speeches. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vbz av av-jc pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2692 Page 831
16569 Yet Elihu doth not call Job to repentance upon the same grounds or termes as his three friends had done. Yet Elihu does not call Job to Repentance upon the same grounds or terms as his three Friends had done. av np1 vdz xx vvi np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt d n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 crd n2 vhd vdn. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2692 Page 831
16570 They moved him to repentance upon the Consideration of his former wicked life, as they supposed; They moved him to Repentance upon the Consideration of his former wicked life, as they supposed; pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j j n1, c-acp pns32 vvd; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2692 Page 831
16571 but Elihu moves him to repentance upon the Consideration of his imprudent and rash speeches under the afflicting hand of God. but Elihu moves him to Repentance upon the Consideration of his imprudent and rash Speeches under the afflicting hand of God. cc-acp np1 vvz pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n2 p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2692 Page 831
16572 Vers. 33. Should it be according to thy mind? This verse is delivered in as much variety as any text thorowout the whole Book; Vers. 33. Should it be according to thy mind? This verse is Delivered in as much variety as any text throughout the Whole Book; np1 crd vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? d n1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp d n1 c-acp d n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2692 Page 831
16573 and as a learned writer upon it concludes; and as a learned writer upon it concludes; cc c-acp dt j n1 p-acp pn31 vvz; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2693 Page 831
16574 If we should stay upon all the various readings, translations, and interpretations of it, we should rather darken then enlighten, rather entangle both hearers and readers, then unfold the text. If we should stay upon all the various readings, Translations, and interpretations of it, we should rather darken then enlighten, rather entangle both hearers and Readers, then unfold the text. cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d dt j n2-vvg, n2, cc n2 pp-f pn31, pns12 vmd av-c vvi cs vvi, av-c vvi d n2 cc n2, av vvb dt n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2693 Page 831
16575 There are at least six distinct translations of this verse, which I shall passe only with the naming of them, There Are At least six distinct Translations of this verse, which I shall pass only with the naming of them, pc-acp vbr p-acp ds crd j n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2693 Page 831
16576 and then proceed to open the words as they stand in our owne; which comprehends the summe and substance of what is held out in most of them. First, Some give it thus; and then proceed to open the words as they stand in our own; which comprehends the sum and substance of what is held out in most of them. First, some give it thus; cc av vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po12 d; r-crq vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn av p-acp ds pp-f pno32. ord, d vvb pn31 av; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2693 Page 831
16577 Should he reward it according to thy minde, though thou hast despised the one, and chosen the other, Should he reward it according to thy mind, though thou hast despised the one, and chosen the other, vmd pns31 vvi pn31 vvg p-acp po21 n1, cs pns21 vh2 vvn dt crd, cc vvn dt j-jn, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2694 Page 832
16578 yet will not I, therefore speake what thou knowest. yet will not I, Therefore speak what thou Knowest. av vmb xx pns11, av vvb r-crq pns21 vv2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2694 Page 832
16579 As if he had sayd, Why should God reward him, as thou wouldest have him doe it? Though thou hast refused to submit to Gods mercy, As if he had said, Why should God reward him, as thou Wouldst have him do it? Though thou hast refused to submit to God's mercy, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, q-crq vmd np1 vvi pno31, c-acp pns21 vmd2 vhi pno31 vdi pn31? cs pns21 vh2 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2694 Page 832
16580 and hast called for justice, yet I dare not doe so. If thou know better teach me. Secondly, Another thus; and hast called for Justice, yet I Dare not do so. If thou know better teach me. Secondly, another thus; cc vh2 vvn p-acp n1, av pns11 vvb xx vdi av. cs pns21 vvb jc vvb pno11. ord, j-jn av; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2694 Page 832
16581 Should it come from thee, how he should recompence is, when thou hast refused his correction? but thou shalt choose and not I, therefore speake what thou knowest. Should it come from thee, how he should recompense is, when thou hast refused his correction? but thou shalt choose and not I, Therefore speak what thou Knowest. vmd pn31 vvi p-acp pno21, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi vbz, c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn po31 n1? cc-acp pns21 vm2 vvi cc xx pns11, av vvi r-crq pns21 vv2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2695 Page 832
16582 The sence of which translation may be thus represented; The sense of which Translation may be thus represented; dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vmb vbi av vvn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2695 Page 832
16583 Shouldest thou who hast sinned, and refusest to be corrected, teach God how he should correct thee? Thou mayest thinke so, Shouldst thou who hast sinned, and refusest to be corrected, teach God how he should correct thee? Thou Mayest think so, vmd2 pns21 r-crq vh2 vvn, cc vv2 pc-acp vbi vvn, vvb np1 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pno21? pns21 vm2 vvi av, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2695 Page 832
16584 but I doe not, shew me better if thou canst. but I do not, show me better if thou Canst. cc-acp pns11 vdb xx, vvb pno11 av-jc cs pns21 vm2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2695 Page 832
16585 Thirdly, Should that come from thee, which he will punish? I speak it, because thou hast refused Gods correction, Thirdly, Should that come from thee, which he will Punish? I speak it, Because thou hast refused God's correction, ord, vmd d vvi p-acp pno21, r-crq pns31 vmb vvi? pns11 vvb pn31, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn npg1 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2696 Page 832
16586 because thou hast chosen that which I would not. Now speak what thou knowest. As if he had sayd; Because thou hast chosen that which I would not. Now speak what thou Knowest. As if he had said; c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn d r-crq pns11 vmd xx. av vvb r-crq pns21 vv2. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2696 Page 832
16587 Why shouldest thou speak against Gods proceedings, to bring farther trouble upon thee? my desire of easing thee is the cause, Why Shouldst thou speak against God's proceedings, to bring farther trouble upon thee? my desire of easing thee is the cause, c-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi p-acp npg1 n2-vvg, pc-acp vvi jc n1 p-acp pno21? po11 n1 pp-f vvg pno21 vbz dt n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2696 Page 832
16588 why I speak thus; I should never have accused God as thou hast done, if I had been so handled by him. why I speak thus; I should never have accused God as thou hast done, if I had been so handled by him. q-crq pns11 vvb av; pns11 vmd av-x vhi vvn np1 c-acp pns21 vh2 vdn, cs pns11 vhd vbn av vvn p-acp pno31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2696 Page 832
16589 But if thou hast any thing to except against what I say, speak freely. But if thou hast any thing to except against what I say, speak freely. p-acp cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, vvb av-j. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2696 Page 832
16590 Fourthly, Did such a speech come from thee? He will recompence it, that thou hast rejected him; Fourthly, Did such a speech come from thee? He will recompense it, that thou hast rejected him; ord, vdd d dt n1 vvb p-acp pno21? pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno31; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2697 Page 832
16591 But thou choosest this way and not I: now speak what thou knowest. But thou choosest this Way and not I: now speak what thou Knowest. cc-acp pns21 vv2 d n1 cc xx pns11: av vvb r-crq pns21 vv2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2697 Page 832
16592 As if Elihu had thus expressed himselfe to Job; I never heard thee speak so humbly, As if Elihu had thus expressed himself to Job; I never herd thee speak so humbly, c-acp cs np1 vhd av vvn px31 p-acp n1; pns11 av-x vvd pno21 vvi av av-j, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2697 Page 832
16593 as I have taught thee (v. 31, 32.) Surely God will punish thee, because thou hast spoken proudly against his proceedings with thee. as I have taught thee (v. 31, 32.) Surely God will Punish thee, Because thou hast spoken proudly against his proceedings with thee. c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21 (n1 crd, crd) av-j n1 vmb vvi pno21, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn av-j p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno21. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2697 Page 832
16594 But this is nothing to me, who like not of such courses. If thou canst defend thy selfe, so doe. But this is nothing to me, who like not of such courses. If thou Canst defend thy self, so do. p-acp d vbz pix p-acp pno11, r-crq vvb xx pp-f d n2. cs pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1, av vdb. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2697 Page 832
16595 Thus Junius connecting this verse with the former, wherein is shewed what a penitent person should say to God, translates and expounds the whole to this sence; Thus Junius connecting this verse with the former, wherein is showed what a penitent person should say to God, translates and expounds the Whole to this sense; av np1 vvg d n1 p-acp dt j, q-crq vbz vvn r-crq dt j-jn n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1, vvz cc vvz dt j-jn p-acp d n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2698 Page 832
16596 Now therefore consider, hast thou spoken in such a manner, surely God will recompence it to thee, Now Therefore Consider, hast thou spoken in such a manner, surely God will recompense it to thee, av av vvi, vh2 pns21 vvn p-acp d dt n1, av-j np1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno21, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2698 Page 832
16597 if thou refusest to speak so, (thus he deterreth him by the consideration of the event, if thou refusest to speak so, (thus he deterreth him by the consideration of the event, cs pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi av, (av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2698 Page 832
16598 or of what might follow upon his refusal, and then he deterreth him by his owne example) but if thou choosest to doe otherwise, or of what might follow upon his refusal, and then he deterreth him by his own Exampl) but if thou choosest to do otherwise, cc pp-f r-crq vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 d n1) p-acp cs pns21 vv2 p-acp vdi av, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2698 Page 832
16599 truely I will not. (Thou shalt goe alone for me) Now then speak what thou thinkest. truly I will not. (Thou shalt go alone for me) Now then speak what thou Thinkest. av-j pns11 vmb xx. (pns21 vm2 vvi av-j p-acp pno11) av av vvi r-crq pns21 vv2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2698 Page 832
16600 Fifthly, Should therefore God recompence that which man hath done according to thine opinion, saying, Fifthly, Should Therefore God recompense that which man hath done according to thine opinion, saying, ord, vmd av n1 n1 cst r-crq n1 vhz vdn vvg p-acp po21 n1, vvg, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2699 Page 833
16601 because thou dislikest this, it is but equall, that thou shouldest choose another and not I. Because thou dislikest this, it is but equal, that thou Shouldst choose Another and not I. c-acp pns21 vv2 d, pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi j-jn cc xx pns11. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2699 Page 833
16602 And what doest thou know? speake man. Sixthly, Mr Broughton renders thus; Should that come from thee which he will punish; And what dost thou know? speak man. Sixthly, Mr Broughton renders thus; Should that come from thee which he will Punish; cc q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi? vvb n1. j, n1 np1 vvz av; vmd d vvi p-acp pno21 r-crq pns31 vmb vvi; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2699 Page 833
16603 as thou doest loath, as thou likest, where I would not? Now speake what thou thinkest. as thou dost loath, as thou likest, where I would not? Now speak what thou Thinkest. c-acp pns21 vd2 vvi, c-acp pns21 vv2, c-crq pns11 vmd xx? av vvb r-crq pns21 vv2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2700 Page 833
16604 All these rendrings may be reduced to this one common sence; All these renderings may be reduced to this one Common sense; d d n2-vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd j n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2701 Page 833
16605 O Job, whatsoever thou sufferest, or by what meanes soever thou art fallen into this misery, is it fit that God should be ordered by thy opinion and Judgement? And surely, O Job, I must tell thee plainly, O Job, whatsoever thou sufferest, or by what means soever thou art fallen into this misery, is it fit that God should be ordered by thy opinion and Judgement? And surely, Oh Job, I must tell thee plainly, sy np1, r-crq pns21 vv2, cc p-acp r-crq n2 av pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d n1, vbz pn31 j cst np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1 cc n1? cc av-j, uh np1, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av-j, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2701 Page 833
16606 nor canst thou deny it, that thou hast not rested nor sat down quietly in the determination and decree of God concerning thee; nor Canst thou deny it, that thou hast not rested nor sat down quietly in the determination and Decree of God Concerning thee; ccx vm2 pns21 vvi pn31, cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn ccx vvd a-acp av-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvg pno21; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2701 Page 833
16607 But thou wouldest rather be chusing and prescribing to God, how and in what way he should deale with thee, But thou Wouldst rather be choosing and prescribing to God, how and in what Way he should deal with thee, cc-acp pns21 vmd2 av-c vbi vvg cc vvg p-acp np1, c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno21, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2701 Page 833
16608 and dispence his providences to thee, then satisfie thy selfe in his appoyntments and pleasure. and dispense his providences to thee, then satisfy thy self in his appointments and pleasure. cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno21, av vvb po21 n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2701 Page 833
16609 Farre be it from me, that I should follow thy example, or tread in thy steps as to this matter; far be it from me, that I should follow thy Exampl, or tread in thy steps as to this matter; av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno11, cst pns11 vmd vvi po21 n1, cc vvi p-acp po21 n2 a-acp p-acp d n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2701 Page 833
16610 yet if thou hast any thing to reply to what I have urged, say onne, bring it forth, let me and all in thy presence, heare and judge of it. yet if thou hast any thing to reply to what I have urged, say onne, bring it forth, let me and all in thy presence, hear and judge of it. av cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, vvb n1, vvb pn31 av, vvb pno11 cc d p-acp po21 n1, vvb cc n1 pp-f pn31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2701 Page 833
16611 Thus Elihu poynts Job to his grand error, that he did not readily approve, nor quietly submit to the Judgement of God in his owne case. Thus Elihu points Job to his grand error, that he did not readily approve, nor quietly submit to the Judgement of God in his own case. av np1 n2 np1 p-acp po31 j n1, cst pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi, ccx av-jn vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 d n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2702 Page 833
16612 And so had not spoken reverently enough of God, nor humbly enough of himselfe. And so had not spoken reverently enough of God, nor humbly enough of himself. cc av vhd xx vvn av-j av-d pp-f np1, ccx av-j av-d pp-f px31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2702 Page 833
16613 The reason of these various readings and rendrings mentioned, is the conciseness of the Hebrew text, which leaves some words to be understood and supplyed for the compleating of the sense. The reason of these various readings and renderings mentioned, is the conciseness of the Hebrew text, which leaves Some words to be understood and supplied for the completing of the sense. dt n1 pp-f d j n2-vvg cc n2-vvg vvd, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, r-crq vvz d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2703 Page 833
16614 And because the most skilfull Interpreters are not perfectly acquainted with the dialect or manner of speech used in those more remote and ancient times, And Because the most skilful Interpreters Are not perfectly acquainted with the dialect or manner of speech used in those more remote and ancient times, cc c-acp dt av-ds j n2 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d dc j cc j n2, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2703 Page 833
16615 therefore they must needs differ both in their translations and expositions, yet (which may free the reader from all prejudices against the holy Scriptures, either as obscure or dubious) they all center and agree in that which is true in it selfe, Therefore they must needs differ both in their Translations and expositions, yet (which may free the reader from all prejudices against the holy Scriptures, either as Obscure or dubious) they all centre and agree in that which is true in it self, av pns32 vmb av vvi d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, av (r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt j n2, av-d p-acp j cc j) pns32 d n1 cc vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j p-acp pn31 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2703 Page 833
16616 as also in the principall scope and drift of Elihu in this discourse with Job. as also in the principal scope and drift of Elihu in this discourse with Job. c-acp av p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2703 Page 833
16617 Having thus given some account of the various translations of this verse, I shall now close with the explication of our owne. Having thus given Some account of the various Translations of this verse, I shall now close with the explication of our own. vhg av vvn d n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2704 Page 833
16618 Should it be according to thy mind? Should it be according to thy mind? vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? (36) chapter (DIV2) 2704 Page 834
16619 Thus Elihu bespeaks Job; Should it be? he doth not say what, but leaves us to the whole matter, should this, Thus Elihu bespeaks Job; Should it be? he does not say what, but leaves us to the Whole matter, should this, av np1 vvz n1; vmd pn31 vbi? pns31 vdz xx vvi r-crq, cc-acp vvz pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmd d, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2705 Page 834
16640 such a force there is in this word, he will recompence it, whether and how much soever thou refuse or whether thou chuse. such a force there is in this word, he will recompense it, whither and how much soever thou refuse or whither thou choose. d dt n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cs cc c-crq d av pns21 vvi cc cs pns21 vvb. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2708 Page 835
16620 or that, or t' other thing, or any thing be according to thy mind? the Hebrew text is but one word, which we translate, according to thy mind, or, as thou wouldst have it? should it be from thee? that is, should God take counsell or direction from thee? or goe to thee as an Oracle to be taught which way to deal with thee, or with any man else; or that, or the other thing, or any thing be according to thy mind? the Hebrew text is but one word, which we translate, according to thy mind, or, as thou Wouldst have it? should it be from thee? that is, should God take counsel or direction from thee? or go to thee as an Oracle to be taught which Way to deal with thee, or with any man Else; cc cst, cc dt j-jn n1, cc d n1 vbb vvg p-acp po21 n1? dt njp n1 vbz p-acp crd n1, r-crq pns12 vvb, vvg p-acp po21 n1, cc, c-acp pns21 vmd2 vhi pn31? vmd pn31 vbi p-acp pno21? cst vbz, vmd np1 vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno21? cc vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, cc p-acp d n1 av; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2705 Page 834
16621 should it be from thee? The matter which Elihu insists upon, respects the dispensations of God; should it be from thee? The matter which Elihu insists upon, respects the dispensations of God; vmd pn31 vbi p-acp pno21? dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp, vvz dt n2 pp-f np1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2705 Page 834
16622 So his meaning is, should God cut out the workes of his providence according to thy order? should God reward, So his meaning is, should God Cut out the works of his providence according to thy order? should God reward, av po31 n1 vbz, vmd np1 vvi av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvg p-acp po21 n1? vmd np1 vvi, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2705 Page 834
16623 or should God punish? should God set up, or should God pull down? should God bring trouble, or should God Punish? should God Set up, or should God pull down? should God bring trouble, cc vmd np1 vvi? vmd np1 vvi a-acp, cc vmd np1 vvi a-acp? vmd np1 vvi n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2705 Page 834
16624 or should God cause peace according to thy mind? must he needs ask counsell of thee, or should God cause peace according to thy mind? must he needs ask counsel of thee, cc vmd np1 vvi n1 vvg p-acp po21 n1? vmb pns31 av vvi n1 pp-f pno21, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2705 Page 834
16625 before he proceed to any of these resolutions? no! He will recompence it whether thou refuse, or whether thou chuse. before he proceed to any of these resolutions? no! He will recompense it whither thou refuse, or whither thou choose. c-acp pns31 vvb p-acp d pp-f d n2? uh pns31 vmb vvi pn31 cs pns21 vvb, cc cs pns21 vvb. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2705 Page 834
16626 The former part of the verse, is a question or Interrogation, Should it be according to thy mind? He will recompence, &c. That's the answer; The former part of the verse, is a question or Interrogation, Should it be according to thy mind? He will recompense, etc. That's the answer; dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 cc n1, vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? pns31 vmb vvi, av d|vbz dt n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2706 Page 834
16627 and it containes both a negative and an affirmative, he will not doe according to thy mind, and it contains both a negative and an affirmative, he will not do according to thy mind, cc pn31 vvz d dt j-jn cc dt j, pns31 vmb xx vdi p-acp p-acp po21 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2706 Page 834
16628 but he will doe according to his own; He will recompence it. but he will do according to his own; He will recompense it. cc-acp pns31 vmb vdi vvg p-acp po31 d; pns31 vmb vvi pn31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2706 Page 834
16629 The verb signifies to pay, or appease, and make quiet, and the reason why the same word signifieth paying, The verb signifies to pay, or appease, and make quiet, and the reason why the same word signifies paying, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi j-jn, cc dt n1 c-crq dt d n1 vvz vvg, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2707 Page 834
16630 or recompencing, and peace, is because where payment is made, peace is obtained, where recompence is given, there quietness is setled; or recompensing, and peace, is Because where payment is made, peace is obtained, where recompense is given, there quietness is settled; cc vvg, cc n1, vbz c-acp q-crq n1 vbz vvn, n1 vbz vvn, c-crq n1 vbz vvn, a-acp n1 vbz vvn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2707 Page 834
16631 He will recompence, or he will pay, that is, give our and distribute in his providences as he pleaseth. He will recompense, or he will pay, that is, give our and distribute in his providences as he Pleases. pns31 vmb vvi, cc pns31 vmb vvi, cst vbz, vvb po12 cc vvi p-acp po31 n2 c-acp pns31 vvz. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2707 Page 834
16632 Whether thou chuse, or whether thou refuse. There are two speciall acts of the will, chusing and refusing; Whither thou choose, or whither thou refuse. There Are two special acts of the will, choosing and refusing; cs pns21 vvb, cc cs pns21 vvb. pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f dt n1, vvg cc vvg; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2707 Page 834
16633 and these two are Intrinsecall and Essentiall to the will; as the proper act of the understanding is to apprehend, and then to assent; and these two Are Intrinsical and Essential to the will; as the proper act of the understanding is to apprehend, and then to assent; cc d crd vbr j cc j p-acp dt n1; c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2708 Page 834
16634 so upon those representations which the understanding makes to the will, the will doth either refuse or chuse. so upon those representations which the understanding makes to the will, the will does either refuse or choose. av p-acp d n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vdz av-d vvi cc vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2708 Page 834
16635 Further, the word which we here translate to refuse, signifies more then that simple act of the will, it signifies to refuse with a kind of disdain and great disgust; Further, the word which we Here translate to refuse, signifies more then that simple act of the will, it signifies to refuse with a kind of disdain and great disgust; av-jc, dt n1 r-crq pns12 av vvi p-acp vvb, vvz av-dc cs d j n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2708 Page 835
16636 to refuse a thing as altogether unworthy to be received; or to refuse a thing as being much displeased and burdened with it. to refuse a thing as altogether unworthy to be received; or to refuse a thing as being much displeased and burdened with it. pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp av j pc-acp vbi vvn; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp vbg av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2708 Page 835
16637 Eliphaz useth this word ( Chap: 5.17.) Despise thou not the chastening of the Lord; Eliphaz uses this word (Chap: 5.17.) Despise thou not the chastening of the Lord; np1 vvz d n1 (n1: crd.) vvb pns21 xx dt vvg pp-f dt n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2708 Page 835
16638 that is, doe not refuse it with a dislike, or as a thing that is grievous and nauseous to thee. that is, do not refuse it with a dislike, or as a thing that is grievous and nauseous to thee. cst vbz, vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j cc j p-acp pno21. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2708 Page 835
16641 He puts that in, to shew that it is neither the refusall of man that stops God, He puts that in, to show that it is neither the refusal of man that stops God, pns31 vvz cst p-acp, pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz av-dx dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz np1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2709 Page 835
16642 nor is it the choyce of man that brings God onne to his worke, he will proceed purely from himselfe; nor is it the choice of man that brings God onne to his work, he will proceed purely from himself; ccx vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz np1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp px31; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2709 Page 835
16643 he will recompence whether thou refusest, or whether thou chuse, and not I. he will recompense whither thou refusest, or whither thou choose, and not I. pns31 vmb vvi cs pns21 vv2, cc cs pns21 vvb, cc xx pns11. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2709 Page 835
16644 As if he had sayd, it is God that will doe it, it is God that will bring this upon thee, and not I; that's the sense of our reading; As if he had said, it is God that will do it, it is God that will bring this upon thee, and not I; that's the sense of our reading; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn31 vbz np1 cst vmb vdi pn31, pn31 vbz np1 cst vmb vvi d p-acp pno21, cc xx pns11; cst|vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n-vvg; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2710 Page 835
16645 But according to other readings, and not I, referrs, to thou; doe thou refuse or chuse whether thou wilt obey the dispensation or no, But according to other readings, and not I, refers, to thou; do thou refuse or choose whither thou wilt obey the Dispensation or no, cc-acp vvg p-acp j-jn n2-vvg, cc xx pns11, vvz, p-acp pns21; vdb pns21 vvi cc vvi cs pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 cc uh-dx, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2710 Page 835
16646 for my part I will not stand upon those termes with God, but referre my selfe wholly to his dispose. for my part I will not stand upon those terms with God, but refer my self wholly to his dispose. c-acp po11 n1 pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp np1, cc-acp vvb po11 n1 av-jn p-acp po31 n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2710 Page 835
16647 From the words thus opened ( Should it be according to thy mind? &c. Observe; First. From the words thus opened (Should it be according to thy mind? etc. Observe; First. p-acp dt n2 av vvd (vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? av vvb; ord. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2711 Page 835
16648 Man would have every thing goe according to his mind. Man would have every thing go according to his mind. n1 vmd vhi d n1 vvb vvg p-acp po31 n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2712 Page 835
16649 He would have his mind the measure both of all that he is to doe for God; He would have his mind the measure both of all that he is to do for God; pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 dt n1 av-d pp-f d cst pns31 vbz pc-acp vdi p-acp np1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 835
16650 and of all that God doth to him. and of all that God does to him. cc pp-f d cst np1 vdz p-acp pno31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 835
16651 We love to doe all things according to our own minds, and we love to have all things done according to our own minds. We love to do all things according to our own minds, and we love to have all things done according to our own minds. pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi d n2 vvg p-acp po12 d n2, cc pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi d n2 vdn p-acp p-acp po12 d n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 835
16652 Man naturally would doe nothing according to Gods mind; Man naturally would do nothing according to God's mind; n1 av-j vmd vdi pix vvg p-acp ng1 n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 835
16653 nor would he have any thing done to him according to Gods mind, unlesse it accord with his owne too. nor would he have any thing done to him according to God's mind, unless it accord with his own too. ccx vmd pns31 vhi d n1 vdn p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp ng1 n1, cs pn31 n1 p-acp po31 d av. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 835
16654 The Apostle ( Rom: 8.7.) proclaimes that Innate Enmity that is in the heart of all men naturally against the mind and will of God; The Apostle (Rom: 8.7.) proclaims that Innate Enmity that is in the heart of all men naturally against the mind and will of God; dt n1 (np1: crd.) vvz d j n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 835
16655 The wisdome of the flesh is Enmity against God: It is not subject to the Law of God, neither indeed can be; The Wisdom of the Flesh is Enmity against God: It is not Subject to the Law of God, neither indeed can be; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1 p-acp np1: pn31 vbz xx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-dx av vmb vbi; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 835
16656 that is, while a man remaines flesh, or in an unregenerate state, he is altogether at enmity against the Law of God; that is, while a man remains Flesh, or in an unregenerate state, he is altogether At enmity against the Law of God; cst vbz, cs dt n1 vvz n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbz av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 835
16657 both against what God appoynts him to do, & against what he appoynts him to suffer. both against what God appoints him to do, & against what he appoints him to suffer. d p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 836
16658 Man equally riseth up in his thoughts, and rebells against both. Man equally Riseth up in his thoughts, and rebels against both. n1 av-j vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n2, cc n2 p-acp d. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 836
16659 And as this enmity doth remaine whole and unbroken in all men by nature, till they are renewed by grace and borne againe; And as this enmity does remain Whole and unbroken in all men by nature, till they Are renewed by grace and born again; cc c-acp d n1 vdz vvi j-jn cc j p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc vvn av; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 836
16660 so there are remainders of it, even in those who are renewed by grace; there is somewhat of this opposition against God in every godly man; so there Are remainders of it, even in those who Are renewed by grace; there is somewhat of this opposition against God in every godly man; av a-acp vbr n2 pp-f pn31, av p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1; pc-acp vbz av pp-f d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d j n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 836
16661 he would fain have things goe according to his mind; and he hath much of this mind in him; he would fain have things go according to his mind; and he hath much of this mind in him; pns31 vmd av-j vhi n2 vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1; cc pns31 vhz d pp-f d n1 p-acp pno31; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 836
16662 I doe not say, a godly man would doe nothing according to Gods mind, that's the naturall mans frame; I do not say, a godly man would do nothing according to God's mind, that's the natural men frame; pns11 vdb xx vvi, dt j n1 vmd vdi pix vvg p-acp ng1 n1, d|vbz dt j ng1 n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 836
16663 but a godly man would very fain have God doe things according to his mind, as may appeare, especially in foure things. but a godly man would very fain have God do things according to his mind, as may appear, especially in foure things. cc-acp dt j n1 vmd av av-j vhi np1 vdb n2 vvg p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vmb vvi, av-j p-acp crd n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2713 Page 836
16664 First, He would have God reward, or doe good both to himselfe and others, according to his mind; First, He would have God reward, or do good both to himself and Others, according to his mind; ord, pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvi, cc vdb j av-d p-acp px31 cc n2-jn, vvg p-acp po31 n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2714 Page 836
16665 He would have God lift up those whom he would have lifted up, and preferre those whom he would have preferr'd; He would have God lift up those whom he would have lifted up, and prefer those whom he would have preferred; pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvi a-acp d r-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn a-acp, cc vvi d r-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2714 Page 836
16666 he would faine have God shew favour to or bestow favours upon those whom he favours. he would feign have God show favour to or bestow favours upon those whom he favours. pns31 vmd av-j vhi np1 vvi n1 p-acp cc vvi n2 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2714 Page 836
16667 Secondly, As to punishment and Judgement, he would have God punish according to his mind; such a man is proud; Secondly, As to punishment and Judgement, he would have God Punish according to his mind; such a man is proud; ord, c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1; d dt n1 vbz j; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2715 Page 836
16668 he is an oppressor, he is an opposer of goodnesse and good men, therefore he would have the hand of God heavy upon him, to cast him down out of hand, or without delay. he is an oppressor, he is an opposer of Goodness and good men, Therefore he would have the hand of God heavy upon him, to cast him down out of hand, or without Delay. pns31 vbz dt n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n2, av pns31 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 j p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp av pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2715 Page 836
16669 Thirdly, He would have God goe according to his mind in chastning and afflicting himselfe; Thirdly, He would have God go according to his mind in chastening and afflicting himself; ord, pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg px31; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16670 though he would not be totally uncorrected, yet he would have God correct him only in such a kind, in such a manner and measure as he would chuse; though he would not be totally uncorrected, yet he would have God correct him only in such a kind, in such a manner and measure as he would choose; cs pns31 vmd xx vbi av-j j, av pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvi pno31 av-j p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 c-acp pns31 vmd vvi; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16671 he doth not refuse chastening, but he would be chastened in what himselfe pleaseth, or in his owne way. he does not refuse chastening, but he would be chastened in what himself Pleases, or in his own Way. pns31 vdz xx vvi vvg, cc-acp pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp r-crq px31 vvz, cc p-acp po31 d n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16672 He saith in his heart, if God would correct me in this or that, I could bear it, He Says in his heart, if God would correct me in this or that, I could bear it, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cs np1 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp d cc d, pns11 vmd vvi pn31, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16673 but I doe not like to be corrected in such a thing, or in such a way; but I do not like to be corrected in such a thing, or in such a Way; cc-acp pns11 vdb xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16674 one saith, if God would smite me in my Estate I could bear it, but not in my body; one Says, if God would smite me in my Estate I could bear it, but not in my body; pi vvz, cs np1 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vmd vvi pn31, cc-acp xx p-acp po11 n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16675 Another saith, if God should smite me with sicknesse, I could bear it, but not in my Children; another Says, if God should smite me with sickness, I could bear it, but not in my Children; j-jn vvz, cs np1 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp n1, pns11 vmd vvi pn31, cc-acp xx p-acp po11 n2; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16676 or let the affliction be what God pleaseth, if God would afflict me but thus much, or let the affliction be what God Pleases, if God would afflict me but thus much, cc vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq n1 vvz, cs np1 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp av av-d, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16677 or thus farre, in such a degree, I could submit, but my heart can hardly yeild to this measure of affliction. or thus Far, in such a degree, I could submit, but my heart can hardly yield to this measure of affliction. cc av av-j, p-acp d dt n1, pns11 vmd vvi, cc-acp po11 n1 vmb av vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16678 Thus we would have it according to our minds, as to the measure, as also for the continuance of our afflictions. Thus we would have it according to our minds, as to the measure, as also for the Continuance of our afflictions. av pns12 vmd vhi pn31 vvg p-acp po12 n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16679 We would be corrected for so long, for so many dayes, but to have months of vanity, We would be corrected for so long, for so many days, but to have months of vanity, pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp av av-j, c-acp av d n2, cc-acp pc-acp vhi n2 pp-f n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16680 and yeares of trouble, this is not according to our mind. and Years of trouble, this is not according to our mind. cc n2 pp-f n1, d vbz xx vvg p-acp po12 n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2716 Page 836
16681 Fourthly, He would have God govern (not only himselfe but) the whole world according to his mind: Fourthly, He would have God govern (not only himself but) the Whole world according to his mind: ord, pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvi (xx j px31 p-acp) dt j-jn n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1: (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16682 Man hath much of this in him, he would have God order nations as himselfe and other men like himselfe desire. Man hath much of this in him, he would have God order Nations as himself and other men like himself desire. n1 vhz d pp-f d p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvi n2 c-acp px31 cc j-jn n2 av-j px31 vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16683 Some one man would prescribe and direct what God should doe, and how he should doe to all men. some one man would prescribe and Direct what God should do, and how he should do to all men. d crd n1 vmd vvi cc vvi r-crq np1 vmd vdi, cc c-crq pns31 vmd vdi p-acp d n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16684 Luther writ to Melanchton when he was so exceedingly troubled at the providences of God in the world; Luther writ to Melanchthon when he was so exceedingly troubled At the providences of God in the world; np1 vvn p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vbds av av-vvg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16685 Our Brother Philip is to be admonisht, that he would forbear governing the world; we can hardly let God alone to rule that world which himselfe alone hath made; Our Brother Philip is to be admonished, that he would forbear governing the world; we can hardly let God alone to Rule that world which himself alone hath made; po12 n1 np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmd vvi vvg dt n1; pns12 vmb av vvi np1 av-j pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq px31 av-j vhz vvn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16686 Should it be according to thy mind? to this mans mind, or that mans mind? it must not be as it is; Should it be according to thy mind? to this men mind, or that men mind? it must not be as it is; vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? p-acp d ng1 n1, cc cst ng1 n1? pn31 vmb xx vbi c-acp pn31 vbz; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16687 if every man might have his mind, he would govern and rule the world in another way then God doth. if every man might have his mind, he would govern and Rule the world in Another Way then God does. cs d n1 vmd vhi po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1 av np1 vdz. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16688 There is scarce any Good man that is satisfied in the government of particular nations, There is scarce any Good man that is satisfied in the government of particular Nations, pc-acp vbz av-j d j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16689 if he might have his mind, he would cast things into another mould and method then the providence of God hath cast them in at this day. if he might have his mind, he would cast things into Another mould and method then the providence of God hath cast them in At this day. cs pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi n2 p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1 av dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp p-acp d n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16690 Yea, 'tis seldome, that it either raines or shines according to our mind; Yea, it's seldom, that it either reins or shines according to our mind; uh, pn31|vbz av, cst pn31 d n2 cc vvz vvg p-acp po12 n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16691 The weather which God is pleased to send, whether wet or dry, fayre or foule, rarely pleaseth us. The weather which God is pleased to send, whither wet or dry, fair or foul, rarely Pleases us. dt n1 r-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, cs j cc j, j cc j, av-j vvz pno12. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2717 Page 837
16692 Secondly, When Elihu saith, Should it be according to thy mind? This question implyeth a strong Negation; certainly, it should not. Hence note. Secondly, When Elihu Says, Should it be according to thy mind? This question Implies a strong Negation; Certainly, it should not. Hence note. ord, c-crq np1 vvz, vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? d n1 vvz dt j n1; av-j, pn31 vmd xx. av vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2718 Page 837
16693 'Tis beside the duty and above the line of man to desire that things should be according to his mind, either with himselfe or with others. It's beside the duty and above the line of man to desire that things should be according to his mind, either with himself or with Others. pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 vmd vbi vvg p-acp po31 n1, av-d p-acp px31 cc p-acp n2-jn. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2719 Page 837
16694 There's nothing more against the mind of God, nor against our owne good, then that all things should be according to our mind; There's nothing more against the mind of God, nor against our own good, then that all things should be according to our mind; pc-acp|vbz pix av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, ccx p-acp po12 d j, av cst d n2 vmd vbi vvg p-acp po12 n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2720 Page 837
16695 we may quickly undoe our selves and dishonour God by having our owne desires. we may quickly undo our selves and dishonour God by having our own Desires. pns12 vmb av-j vvi po12 n2 cc n1 np1 p-acp vhg po12 d n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2720 Page 837
16696 And that it is sinfull, very sinfull to desire to have our owne desires, may appeare, by considering the spring or roote of such desires, I shall shew a three-fold very evill roote from whence those desires spring. And that it is sinful, very sinful to desire to have our own Desires, may appear, by considering the spring or root of such Desires, I shall show a threefold very evil root from whence those Desires spring. cc cst pn31 vbz j, av j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vhi po12 d n2, vmb vvi, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, pns11 vmb vvi dt j j j-jn n1 p-acp c-crq d n2 vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2720 Page 837
16697 First, They spring from pride and an over-weening conceit of our selves; and that upon a double account; First, They spring from pride and an overweening conceit of our selves; and that upon a double account; ord, pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc dt vvg n1 pp-f po12 n2; cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2721 Page 837
16698 First, from pride as to our deserts; First, from pride as to our deserts; ord, p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp po12 n2; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2721 Page 837
16699 for if God doe such men good, they are apt to think they have deserved more good, then God hath done them; for if God do such men good, they Are apt to think they have deserved more good, then God hath done them; c-acp cs np1 vdb d n2 j, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pns32 vhb vvn av-dc j, cs np1 vhz vdn pno32; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2721 Page 837
16700 and if God afflict them, they are ready to say, surely they have not deserved so much affliction. and if God afflict them, they Are ready to say, surely they have not deserved so much affliction. cc cs np1 vvb pno32, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi, av-j pns32 vhb xx vvn av d n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2721 Page 838
16701 We think we have deserved greater kindness then God exhibits; and that we have not deserved to great a crosse as he inflicts. We think we have deserved greater kindness then God exhibits; and that we have not deserved to great a cross as he inflicts. pns12 vvb pns12 vhb vvn jc n1 cs np1 vvz; cc cst pns12 vhb xx vvn p-acp j dt j c-acp pns31 vvz. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2721 Page 838
16702 Is not this a great piece of pride? Againe, These desires spring from pride in our own wisdome & understanding; Is not this a great piece of pride? Again, These Desires spring from pride in our own Wisdom & understanding; vbz xx d dt j n1 pp-f n1? av, d n2 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po12 d n1 cc n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2721 Page 838
16703 as if we knew how to order matters more equally then God. as if we knew how to order matters more equally then God. c-acp cs pns12 vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi n2 av-dc av-j cs np1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2722 Page 838
16704 Is it not a huge piece of pride, of luciferian pride, to thinke that there might be a better measure of things then the mind of God is? doth not such a man make himselfe wiser then God? and more prudent then God? doth not he suppose, that he sees further into things then God? when as alas we cannot see an houre before us, Is it not a huge piece of pride, of luciferian pride, to think that there might be a better measure of things then the mind of God is? does not such a man make himself Wiser then God? and more prudent then God? does not he suppose, that he sees further into things then God? when as alas we cannot see an hour before us, vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi cst a-acp vmd vbi dt jc n1 pp-f n2 cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz? vdz xx d dt n1 vvi px31 jc cs np1? cc av-dc j cs np1? vdz xx pns31 vvi, cst pns31 vvz av-jc p-acp n2 cs np1? c-crq c-acp uh pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2722 Page 838
16746 if he will not submit to it, he must fall by it. if he will not submit to it, he must fallen by it. cs pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16705 but God hath the prospect of all things, He seeth the end from the beginning, and hath all in his eye from all Eternity. but God hath the prospect of all things, He sees the end from the beginning, and hath all in his eye from all Eternity. cc-acp np1 vhz dt n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vhz d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2722 Page 838
16706 When we thus make our selves wiser then God, is not this a high poynt of pride? Here's the first evill roote of desiring to have things according to our mind, pride, or an opinion that we deserve better, or could order things better. When we thus make our selves Wiser then God, is not this a high point of pride? Here's the First evil root of desiring to have things according to our mind, pride, or an opinion that we deserve better, or could order things better. c-crq pns12 av vvb po12 n2 jc cs np1, vbz xx d dt j n1 pp-f n1? av|vbz dt ord j-jn n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vhi n2 vvg p-acp po12 n1, n1, cc dt n1 cst pns12 vvb av-jc, cc vmd vvi n2 av-jc. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2722 Page 838
16707 Secondly, These desires proceed as from pride, so from discontent with the dealings of God, and 'tis pride that fills us with discontent; Secondly, These Desires proceed as from pride, so from discontent with the dealings of God, and it's pride that fills us with discontent; ord, d n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, av p-acp n-jn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, cc pn31|vbz n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp n-jn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2723 Page 838
16708 he that would have things according to his minde, must needs be dissatisfied when they are not. he that would have things according to his mind, must needs be dissatisfied when they Are not. pns31 cst vmd vhi n2 vvg p-acp po31 n1, vmb av vbi vvn c-crq pns32 vbr xx. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2723 Page 838
16709 Thirdly, when they spring not from direct discontent, yet they do from some degree of impatience. Thirdly, when they spring not from Direct discontent, yet they do from Some degree of impatience. ord, c-crq pns32 vvb xx p-acp j n-jn, av pns32 vdb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2724 Page 838
16710 There is not such a quietness of spirit or acquiescence as should be in the heart of man, otherwise he would let things be according unto Gods minde, There is not such a quietness of Spirit or acquiescence as should be in the heart of man, otherwise he would let things be according unto God's mind, pc-acp vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns31 vmd vvi n2 vbi vvg p-acp ng1 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2724 Page 838
16711 and never be troubled, when they are not according to his own. and never be troubled, when they Are not according to his own. cc av-x vbi vvn, c-crq pns32 vbr xx vvg p-acp po31 d. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2724 Page 838
16712 Now consider what can spring from these three roots, Pride, Discontent, and Impatience, but very evil and bitter fruit; Now Consider what can spring from these three roots, Pride, Discontent, and Impatience, but very evil and bitter fruit; av vvb r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d crd n2, n1, n1, cc n1, cc-acp av j-jn cc j n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2724 Page 838
16713 therefore, to desire to have things according to our mind is very sinful, exceeding sinful. Therefore, to desire to have things according to our mind is very sinful, exceeding sinful. av, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vhi n2 vvg p-acp po12 n1 vbz av j, vvg j. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2724 Page 838
16714 Thirdly, This question, Should it be according to thy minde? implyeth a sharp rebuke and a reproof upon Job, as desiring a thing which was altogether against rule and reason. Hence Note. Thirdly, This question, Should it be according to thy mind? Implies a sharp rebuke and a reproof upon Job, as desiring a thing which was altogether against Rule and reason. Hence Note. ord, d n1, vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1? vvz dt j n1 cc dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg dt n1 r-crq vbds av p-acp n1 cc n1. av n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2725 Page 838
16715 It is most unreasonable and absurd, to desire that things should be ordered as we would have them, It is most unreasonable and absurd, to desire that things should be ordered as we would have them, pn31 vbz av-ds j cc j, pc-acp vvi d n2 vmd vbi vvn c-acp pns12 vmd vhi pno32, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2726 Page 838
16716 and not as God would have them. and not as God would have them. cc xx c-acp np1 vmd vhi pno32. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2726 Page 838
16717 Is it not unreasonable in a family that things should be as the children would have them, Is it not unreasonable in a family that things should be as the children would have them, vbz pn31 xx j p-acp dt n1 cst n2 vmd vbi p-acp dt n2 vmd vhi pno32, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16718 and not as the Father would have them? Or, that things should be done according to the minde of the servants, and not as the Father would have them? Or, that things should be done according to the mind of the Servants, cc xx p-acp dt n1 vmd vhi pno32? cc, cst n2 vmd vbi vdn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16719 and not according to the minde of the Master? Do not the Magistrates and Governours of the world think it an unreasonable thing that Nations should be governed according to the minde of Subjects, and not according to the mind of the Master? Do not the Magistrates and Governors of the world think it an unreasonable thing that nations should be governed according to the mind of Subject's, cc xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vdb xx dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pn31 dt j n1 cst n2 vmd vbi vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16720 and not according to the minde of the Prince, regulated according to the known Laws of the Nation? Who doth not think it an unreasonable thing, that a journey should be disposed according to the minde of the Horse, and not according to the mind of the Prince, regulated according to the known Laws of the nation? Who does not think it an unreasonable thing, that a journey should be disposed according to the mind of the Horse, cc xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n1? q-crq vdz xx vvi pn31 dt j n1, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16721 and not according to the minde of the Rider? Should the horse guide the Rider, and not according to the mind of the Rider? Should the horse guide the Rider, cc xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vmd dt n1 vvb dt n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16722 or the Rider his horse? Is it not an unreasonable thing that a mans sense should guide his understanding, or the Rider his horse? Is it not an unreasonable thing that a men sense should guide his understanding, cc dt n1 po31 n1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 cst dt ng1 n1 vmd vvi po31 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16723 when his understanding is given on purpose to guide his sense? Is it not an unreasonable thing that passion should order reason, when his understanding is given on purpose to guide his sense? Is it not an unreasonable thing that passion should order reason, c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 cst n1 vmd vvi n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16724 when as reason should be the bridle of our passion? Is it not an unreasonable thing that unlearned ignorant men should teach the knowing, when as reason should be the bridle of our passion? Is it not an unreasonable thing that unlearned ignorant men should teach the knowing, c-crq p-acp n1 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 cst j j n2 vmd vvi dt j-vvg, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16725 when the learned & knowing are set up to teach the ignorant? and is it not much more absurd and unreasonable for us, to desire that things should be according to our minde, either with our selves or others, families, when the learned & knowing Are Set up to teach the ignorant? and is it not much more absurd and unreasonable for us, to desire that things should be according to our mind, either with our selves or Others, families, c-crq dt j cc vvg vbr vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi dt j? cc vbz pn31 xx av-d av-dc j cc j p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d n2 vmd vbi vvg p-acp po12 n1, av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn, n2, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16726 or Nations, and not according to the minde of God? Should things be as the best, or nations, and not according to the mind of God? Should things be as the best, cc n2, cc xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vmd n2 vbi p-acp dt js, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16727 as the wisest, as the holyest men in the world would have them, and not as God would have them; as the Wisest, as the Holiest men in the world would have them, and not as God would have them; c-acp dt js, c-acp dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd vhi pno32, cc xx c-acp np1 vmd vhi pno32; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16728 it were more absurd and unreasonable then that things should go in a family according to the minde of the servants and children, rather then according to the minde of the Master and Father; it were more absurd and unreasonable then that things should go in a family according to the mind of the Servants and children, rather then according to the mind of the Master and Father; pn31 vbdr av-dc j cc j cs d n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, av-c cs vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16729 yea it were more absurd then any of those fore-mentioned absurdities. yea it were more absurd then any of those forementioned absurdities. uh pn31 vbdr av-dc j cs d pp-f d j n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16730 Should it be according to thy minde, O Job? how unreasonable a thing were that! Should it be according to thy mind, Oh Job? how unreasonable a thing were that! vmd pn31 vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1, uh np1? c-crq j dt n1 vbdr d! (36) chapter (DIV2) 2727 Page 839
16731 Fourthly, From those words, He will recompence it, whether thou refuse, or whether thou chuse. Note. Fourthly, From those words, He will recompense it, whither thou refuse, or whither thou choose. Note. ord, p-acp d n2, pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cs pns21 vvb, cc cs pns21 vvb. n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2728 Page 839
16732 God will not yeild to men, nor be subject to their pleasure. God will not yield to men, nor be Subject to their pleasure. np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n2, ccx vbi j-jn p-acp po32 n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2729 Page 839
16733 God will do what he pleaseth, as I may say, in spight of any mans teeth. God will do what he Pleases, as I may say, in spite of any men teeth. np1 vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vvz, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f d ng1 n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2730 Page 839
16734 Things must pass in such a way as God hath appointed, and sees meet to dispose of them; Things must pass in such a Way as God hath appointed, and sees meet to dispose of them; n2 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp np1 vhz vvn, cc vvz j pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2730 Page 839
16735 and not as we would have them. and not as we would have them. cc xx c-acp pns12 vmd vhi pno32. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2730 Page 839
16736 He will recompence: God is resolute for the doing of his own will, and men are usually over-resolute for the doing of theirs; He will recompense: God is resolute for the doing of his own will, and men Are usually over-resolute for the doing of theirs; pns31 vmb vvi: np1 vbz j p-acp dt vdg pp-f po31 d n1, cc n2 vbr av-j j p-acp dt vdg pp-f png32; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2730 Page 839
16737 and indeed some are as it were wholly changed into will, or rather wilfulness; they will do this, and they will do that; and indeed Some Are as it were wholly changed into will, or rather wilfulness; they will do this, and they will do that; cc av d vbr p-acp pn31 vbdr av-jn vvn p-acp n1, cc av-c n1; pns32 vmb vdi d, cc pns32 vmb vdi d; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2730 Page 839
16738 they will have this, and they will have that. they will have this, and they will have that. pns32 vmb vhi d, cc pns32 vmb vhi d. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2730 Page 840
16739 Men may quickly, but God can never act too highly, too strongly, too confidently upon his own will; Men may quickly, but God can never act too highly, too strongly, too confidently upon his own will; n2 vmb av-j, cc-acp np1 vmb av-x vvi av av-j, av av-j, av av-j p-acp po31 d n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2730 Page 840
16740 the reason is, because his will is an holy will, and the rule of righteousness. Only Consider from the whole. the reason is, Because his will is an holy will, and the Rule of righteousness. Only Consider from the Whole. dt n1 vbz, c-acp po31 n1 vbz dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. j vvb p-acp dt j-jn. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2730 Page 840
16741 Man is never displeased with what God doth, till he forgetteth what himself is. Man is never displeased with what God does, till he forgetteth what himself is. n1 vbz av-x vvn p-acp r-crq np1 vdz, c-acp pns31 vvz r-crq n1 vbz. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2730 Page 840
16742 Man forgets that he is a worm, and no man, he forgets that he is a creature, he forgets himself to be dust and ashes, else his spirit would not be wrought up to such a height, to have things go according to his minde, Man forgets that he is a worm, and no man, he forgets that he is a creature, he forgets himself to be dust and Ashes, Else his Spirit would not be wrought up to such a height, to have things go according to his mind, n1 vvz cst pns31 vbz dt n1, cc dx n1, pns31 vvz cst pns31 vbz dt n1, pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi n1 cc n2, av po31 n1 vmd xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d dt n1, pc-acp vhi n2 vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2731 Page 840
16743 and not according to the minde and will of God. and not according to the mind and will of God. cc xx vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2731 Page 840
16744 And seeing God will have every thing go according to his minde and will, know there's no striving nor strugling with God; And seeing God will have every thing go according to his mind and will, know there's no striving nor struggling with God; cc vvg np1 vmb vhi d n1 vvb vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vvb pc-acp|vbz dx vvg ccx vvg p-acp np1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16745 if man will not bow to the will of God, he shall be broken by the will of God: if man will not bow to the will of God, he shall be broken by the will of God: cs n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16747 There's no avoiding one of these two, for he will recompence. Therefore let us yeild up our selves freely to God, to be ruled by him, There's no avoiding one of these two, for he will recompense. Therefore let us yield up our selves freely to God, to be ruled by him, pc-acp|vbz dx vvg crd pp-f d crd, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi. av vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po12 n2 av-j p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16748 and not set him the rule, no nor so much as give him advice; let us receive the Law, and take advice from him. and not Set him the Rule, no nor so much as give him Advice; let us receive the Law, and take Advice from him. cc xx vvi pno31 dt n1, uh-dx ccx av av-d c-acp vvb pno31 n1; vvb pno12 vvi dt n1, cc vvb n1 p-acp pno31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16749 God is our Commander, but we must not be so much as his Councellors. God is our Commander, but we must not be so much as his Councillors. np1 vbz po12 n1, cc-acp pns12 vmb xx vbi av av-d c-acp po31 n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16750 The Apostle speaking of the eternal purposes and decrees of God, saith ( Rom. 11.34.) Who hath been his Councellor? As God had none to counsel him concerning his eternal purposes, The Apostle speaking of the Eternal Purposes and decrees of God, Says (Rom. 11.34.) Who hath been his Councillor? As God had none to counsel him Concerning his Eternal Purposes, dt n1 vvg pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, vvz (np1 crd.) r-crq vhz vbn po31 n1? p-acp np1 vhd pix pc-acp vvi pno31 vvg po31 j n2, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16751 so we must not adventure to counsel him as to his daylie providences or dispensations, either toward our selves, or others; so we must not adventure to counsel him as to his daily providences or dispensations, either towards our selves, or Others; av pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 j n2 cc n2, av-d p-acp po12 n2, cc n2-jn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16752 the true rule of our life is, to yeild our selves to be ruled by God. the true Rule of our life is, to yield our selves to be ruled by God. dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16753 He will recompence it, whether we chuse, or whether we refuse. And not I. He will recompense it, whither we choose, or whither we refuse. And not I. pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cs pns12 vvb, cc cs pns12 vvb. cc xx pns11. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2732 Page 840
16754 As if he had said, If thou wilt struggle with the will of God, thou mayest, but I will not. As if he had said, If thou wilt struggle with the will of God, thou Mayest, but I will not. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns21 vm2, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2733 Page 840
16755 God will go his own way, and do as he sees good, say thou what thou canst, God will go his own Way, and do as he sees good, say thou what thou Canst, np1 vmb vvi po31 d n1, cc vdb c-acp pns31 vvz j, vvb pns21 r-crq pns21 vm2, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2733 Page 840
16756 or howsoever it please or displease thee. or howsoever it please or displease thee. cc c-acp pn31 vvi cc vvi pno21. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2733 Page 840
16757 And for mine own part, I dare not entertain or give way to a thought of prescribing to him in any of these things, what he should do; And for mine own part, I Dare not entertain or give Way to a Thought of prescribing to him in any of these things, what he should do; cc p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vvb xx vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp d pp-f d n2, r-crq pns31 vmd vdi; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2733 Page 840
16758 no nor be unsatisfied with, much less censure, what he hath done. no nor be unsatisfied with, much less censure, what he hath done. uh-dx ccx vbb j-vvn p-acp, av-d av-dc n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2733 Page 840
16759 Therefore, if thou canst acquit thy self of this crime and accusation which I have laid to thy charge, as thou didst theirs who spake before, do it, say what thou canst for thy self. Hence Note. Therefore, if thou Canst acquit thy self of this crime and accusation which I have laid to thy charge, as thou didst theirs who spoke before, do it, say what thou Canst for thy self. Hence Note. av, cs pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vdd2 png32 r-crq vvd a-acp, vdb pn31, vvb r-crq pns21 vm2 p-acp po21 n1. av n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2733 Page 841
16760 He that sees another do amiss, ought to take heed of doing the like himself. Again, As these words, and not I, refer to the word recompence, He will recompence, He that sees Another doe amiss, ought to take heed of doing the like himself. Again, As these words, and not I, refer to the word recompense, He will recompense, pns31 cst vvz j-jn n1 av, pi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vdg dt j px31. av, c-acp d n2, cc xx pns11, vvb p-acp dt n1 n1, pns31 vmb vvi, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2734 Page 841
16761 whether thou chuse, or whether thou refuse; whither thou choose, or whither thou refuse; cs pns21 vvb, cc cs pns21 vvb; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16762 the meaning of them may be conceived, as if Elihu had thus bespoken Job, If thou dost smart for thy pride, the meaning of them may be conceived, as if Elihu had thus bespoken Job, If thou dost smart for thy pride, dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp cs np1 vhd av vvn np1, cs pns21 vd2 vvi p-acp po21 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16763 and the height of thy spirit, if God pay thee home for it, do not lay the fault upon me; and the height of thy Spirit, if God pay thee home for it, do not lay the fault upon me; cc dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cs np1 vvb pno21 av-an p-acp pn31, vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno11; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16764 I have given thee counsel to direct thee better, I desire not thou shouldest come under such a handling, I have given thee counsel to Direct thee better, I desire not thou Shouldst come under such a handling, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 av-jc, pns11 vvb xx pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp d dt n-vvg, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16765 but certainly God will do it. but Certainly God will do it. cc-acp av-j np1 vmb vdi pn31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16766 When we have declar'd the minde and will of God, in the severity of his judgements upon sinners, it is good for us to say, God will do it, and not we. When we have declared the mind and will of God, in the severity of his Judgments upon Sinners, it is good for us to say, God will do it, and not we. c-crq pns12 vhb vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n2, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, np1 vmb vdi pn31, cc xx pns12. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16767 The Prophet Jeremiah (chap. 17.16.) having warned them of an evil day, addes, Nor have I desired the woful day, Lord thou knowest it: The Prophet Jeremiah (chap. 17.16.) having warned them of an evil day, adds, Nor have I desired the woeful day, Lord thou Knowest it: dt n1 np1 (n1 crd.) vhg vvn pno32 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvz, ccx vhb pns11 vvn dt j n1, n1 pns21 vv2 pn31: (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16768 Jeremy had spoken woful things against that people, but (saith he) I have not desired that woful day, Jeremiah had spoken woeful things against that people, but (Says he) I have not desired that woeful day, np1 vhd vvn j n2 p-acp d n1, cc-acp (vvz pns31) pns11 vhb xx vvn cst j n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16769 though I have prophesied of it. though I have prophesied of it. cs pns11 vhb vvn pp-f pn31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16770 So Elihu seems to speak, he will recompence, and not I; though it be not in my minde, So Elihu seems to speak, he will recompense, and not I; though it be not in my mind, np1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb vvi, cc xx pns11; cs pn31 vbb xx p-acp po11 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16771 yet I assure thee 'tis the mind of God. yet I assure thee it's the mind of God. av pns11 vvb pno21 pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2735 Page 841
16772 Yet further, Some read these words with the former as an Interrogation or rebuking question made by God himself; Yet further, some read these words with the former as an Interrogation or rebuking question made by God himself; av av-jc, d vvb d n2 p-acp dt j c-acp dt n1 cc vvg n1 vvn p-acp np1 px31; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2736 Page 841
16773 What? Should you chuse, and not I? Election or choice is my priviledge, not thine, thou must not think to prescribe to me. What? Should you choose, and not I? Election or choice is my privilege, not thine, thou must not think to prescribe to me. r-crq? vmd pn22 vvi, cc xx pns11? n1 cc n1 vbz po11 n1, xx png21, pns21 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2736 Page 841
16774 I will chasten and afflict, as I think fit, or according to my own will, not according to thine. I will chasten and afflict, as I think fit, or according to my own will, not according to thine. pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi, c-acp pns11 vvb j, cc vvg p-acp po11 d n1, xx vvg p-acp png21. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2736 Page 841
16775 Thus he brings in God speaking to Job; Thus he brings in God speaking to Job; av pns31 vvz p-acp np1 vvg p-acp np1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2736 Page 841
16776 thou findest thy self much aggrieved, and complainest that thou art afflicted more then is meete; thou Findest thy self much aggrieved, and complainest that thou art afflicted more then is meet; pns21 vv2 po21 n1 av-d vvn, cc vv2 cst pns21 vb2r vvn av-dc cs vbz j; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2736 Page 841
16777 It should seem then, that I must do what thou thinkest fit, not what I think fit my self. It should seem then, that I must do what thou Thinkest fit, not what I think fit my self. pn31 vmd vvi av, cst pns11 vmb vdi r-crq pns21 vv2 j, xx r-crq pns11 vvb j po11 n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2736 Page 841
16778 Surely thou must give me the rule, how much, how long, and in what manner I must correct both thy self and others. Surely thou must give me the Rule, how much, how long, and in what manner I must correct both thy self and Others. np1 pns21 vmb vvi pno11 dt n1, c-crq d, c-crq av-j, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vmb vvi d po21 n1 cc n2-jn. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2736 Page 841
16779 Should you chuse, and not I: How uncomely! Therefore speak what thou knowest. Should you choose, and not I: How uncomely! Therefore speak what thou Knowest. vmd pn22 vvi, cc xx pns11: c-crq j! av vvb r-crq pns21 vv2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2736 Page 841
16780 Here Elihu gives Job time to reply, as he had done (at the 33d chap. vers. 5.) as if he had said, If thou knowest any thing against what I have spoken, Here Elihu gives Job time to reply, as he had done (At the 33d chap. vers. 5.) as if he had said, If thou Knowest any thing against what I have spoken, av np1 vvz n1 n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vhd vdn (p-acp dt crd n1 fw-la. crd) c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pns21 vv2 d n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2737 Page 841
16781 or art able to make any objection against it, speak; if thou thinkest I have not spoken right, shew me my errour, and spare not. Hence Note, First; or art able to make any objection against it, speak; if thou Thinkest I have not spoken right, show me my error, and spare not. Hence Note, First; cc n1 j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn31, vvb; cs pns21 vv2 pns11 vhb xx vvn av-jn, vvb pno11 po11 n1, cc vvb xx. av vvb, ord; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2737 Page 841
16782 When we have declar'd what we judge to be the minde of God in any case, we should give others liberty of speaking their minds also. When we have declared what we judge to be the mind of God in any case, we should give Others liberty of speaking their minds also. c-crq pns12 vhb vvd r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vmd vvi n2-jn n1 pp-f vvg po32 n2 av. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2738 Page 842
16783 This is my opinion, speak what thou canst against it; This is my opinion, speak what thou Canst against it; d vbz po11 n1, vvb r-crq pns21 vm2 p-acp pn31; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2739 Page 842
16784 we should speak (2 Cor. 1.24.) Not as having Dominion over the faith of others, we should speak (2 Cor. 1.24.) Not as having Dominion over the faith of Others, pns12 vmd vvi (crd np1 crd.) xx c-acp vhg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2739 Page 842
16785 but as helpers of their joy; but as helpers of their joy; cc-acp c-acp n2 pp-f po32 n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2739 Page 842
16786 The Ministers of Christ must speak as Servants to, not as Lords of the faith of others. The Ministers of christ must speak as Servants to, not as lords of the faith of Others. dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp n2 p-acp, xx p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2739 Page 842
16787 Elihu did not carry it as a Lord over the faith of Job; but left him to make good his own opinion and practise if he could. Secondly Note. Elihu did not carry it as a Lord over the faith of Job; but left him to make good his own opinion and practice if he could. Secondly Note. np1 vdd xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi j po31 d n1 cc n1 cs pns31 vmd. ord n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2739 Page 842
16788 Knowledge is the fountain of Speech. Knowledge is the fountain of Speech. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2740 Page 842
16789 We need no other light to speak by then that of reason, the understanding should feed the Tongue; We need no other Light to speak by then that of reason, the understanding should feed the Tongue; pns12 vvb dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av d pp-f n1, dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2741 Page 842
16790 we must not speak at a venture, but keep to Rule and take our ayme. we must not speak At a venture, but keep to Rule and take our aim. pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2741 Page 842
16791 The Apostle Paul tells us of some who make a great noise, but know not what they say, The Apostle Paul tells us of Some who make a great noise, but know not what they say, dt n1 np1 vvz pno12 pp-f d r-crq vvb dt j n1, cc-acp vvb xx r-crq pns32 vvb, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2741 Page 842
16792 nor whereof they affirm (1 Tim: 1.7.) they speak they understand not what, and vent what they can give no account of; Speak what thou knowest. Thirdly Note. nor whereof they affirm (1 Tim: 1.7.) they speak they understand not what, and vent what they can give no account of; Speak what thou Knowest. Thirdly Note. ccx c-crq pns32 vvb (vvd np1: crd.) pns32 vvb pns32 vvb xx r-crq, cc vvb r-crq pns32 vmb vvi dx n1 pp-f; vvb q-crq pns21 vv2. ord n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2741 Page 842
16793 We should speak (when called) what we know. Knowledge is a Talent, and must not be hid in a Napkin; We should speak (when called) what we know. Knowledge is a Talon, and must not be hid in a Napkin; pns12 vmd vvi (c-crq vvn) r-crq pns12 vvb. n1 vbz dt n1, cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2742 Page 842
16794 if thou know better then I speak, pray speak, do not hide thy knowledge. if thou know better then I speak, pray speak, do not hide thy knowledge. cs pns21 vvb jc cs pns11 vvb, vvb vvi, vdb xx vvi po21 n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2743 Page 842
16795 As Elihu would have Job speak in his own case, so he inviteth others to speak about his case, As Elihu would have Job speak in his own case, so he Inviteth Others to speak about his case, p-acp np1 vmd vhi n1 vvb p-acp po31 d n1, av pns31 vvz n2-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2743 Page 842
16796 as it followeth in the next verse. Vers. 34. Let men of Ʋnderstanding tell me, &c. as it follows in the next verse. Vers. 34. Let men of Ʋnderstanding tell me, etc. c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1. np1 crd vvb n2 pp-f n1 vvb pno11, av (36) chapter (DIV2) 2743 Page 842
16797 In this 34th verse Elihu turns his speech to Job 's friends again, presuming of, In this 34th verse Elihu turns his speech to Job is Friends again, presuming of, p-acp d ord n1 np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1 vbz n2 av, vvg pp-f, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2744 Page 842
16798 or not questioning their consent to what he had said, being confident that himself was in the right, or not questioning their consent to what he had said, being confident that himself was in the right, cc xx vvg po32 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, vbg j cst n1 vbds p-acp dt n-jn, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2744 Page 842
16799 and that they were wise enough to apprehend it. and that they were wise enough to apprehend it. cc cst pns32 vbdr j av-d pc-acp vvi pn31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2744 Page 842
16800 He was perswaded that all wise men either were, or (upon hearing the matter) would be of his minde, He was persuaded that all wise men either were, or (upon hearing the matter) would be of his mind, pns31 vbds vvn cst d j n2 d vbdr, cc (p-acp vvg dt n1) vmd vbi pp-f po31 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2744 Page 842
16801 and that therefore what Job had spoken, was very defective of wisdome, as he concludes in the thirty-fifth verse. and that Therefore what Job had spoken, was very defective of Wisdom, as he concludes in the thirty-fifth verse. cc cst av r-crq np1 vhd vvn, vbds av j pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2744 Page 843
16802 Let men of understanding tell me, &c. Let men of understanding tell me, etc. vvb n2 pp-f n1 vvb pno11, av (36) chapter (DIV2) 2744 Page 843
16803 He appeales to Jobs friends, or any other men of understanding: let them (saith he) Consider what I and he have spoken, and give their judgement impartially concerning the whole matter in debate between him and Job. Let men of understanding tell me, &c. He appeals to Jobs Friends, or any other men of understanding: let them (Says he) Consider what I and he have spoken, and give their judgement impartially Concerning the Whole matter in debate between him and Job. Let men of understanding tell me, etc. pns31 vvz p-acp n2 n2, cc d j-jn n2 pp-f n1: vvb pno32 (vvz pns31) vvb r-crq pns11 cc pns31 vhb vvn, cc vvi po32 n1 av-j vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cc np1. vvb n2 pp-f n1 vvb pno11, av (36) chapter (DIV2) 2745 Page 843
16804 The Hebrew is, men of heart: the heart is the seat of understanding, according to Scripture language, there we read of a wise heart, and of an understanding heart; The Hebrew is, men of heart: the heart is the seat of understanding, according to Scripture language, there we read of a wise heart, and of an understanding heart; dt njp vbz, n2 pp-f n1: dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp n1 n1, a-acp pns12 vvb pp-f dt j n1, cc pp-f dt j-vvg n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2746 Page 843
16805 and it saith of a foolish or indiscreete person, he hath no heart; he is a man without a heart. and it Says of a foolish or indiscreet person, he hath no heart; he is a man without a heart. cc pn31 vvz pp-f dt j cc j n1, pns31 vhz dx n1; pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2746 Page 843
16806 Ephraim is a silly dove without a heart (Hos: 7.11.) that is, he doth not understand. Mr Broughton translates; Ephraim is a silly dove without a heart (Hos: 7.11.) that is, he does not understand. Mr Broughton translates; np1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 (np1: crd.) cst vbz, pns31 vdz xx vvi. n1 np1 vvz; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2746 Page 843
16807 Sad men of heart will speake as I, and the wise person that heares me. As in the former part of the verse Elihu called for speakers; Sad men of heart will speak as I, and the wise person that hears me. As in the former part of the verse Elihu called for Speakers; j n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi c-acp pns11, cc dt j n1 cst vvz pno11. c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vvn p-acp n2; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2746 Page 843
16808 so in the latter he calleth for hearers; Let men of understanding tell me, And let a wise man hearken to me; so in the latter he calls for hearers; Let men of understanding tell me, And let a wise man harken to me; av p-acp dt d pns31 vvz p-acp n2; vvb n2 pp-f n1 vvb pno11, cc vvb dt j n1 vvi p-acp pno11; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2746 Page 843
16809 or as some render, a wise man will hearken to me. or as Some render, a wise man will harken to me. cc c-acp d vvb, dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2746 Page 843
16810 The word rendred hearken, signifies more then to heare, even to submit, to obey, a wise man will hearken to me; The word rendered harken, signifies more then to hear, even to submit, to obey, a wise man will harken to me; dt n1 vvn vvi, vvz av-dc cs pc-acp vvi, av pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2747 Page 843
16811 that is, he will assent to, and consent with me, he will vote with me, and declare himselfe to be of my mind. that is, he will assent to, and consent with me, he will vote with me, and declare himself to be of my mind. d vbz, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp pno11, pns31 vmb vvb p-acp pno11, cc vvi px31 pc-acp vbi pp-f po11 n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2747 Page 843
16812 In that Elihu appealed to wise and understanding men. Note, First. In that Elihu appealed to wise and understanding men. Note, First. p-acp cst np1 vvn p-acp j cc j-vvg n2. n1, ord. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2747 Page 843
16813 It is not good to stand to our owne Judgements altogether, in dealing with the Consciences of others. It is not good to stand to our own Judgments altogether, in dealing with the Consciences of Others. pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 d n2 av, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2748 Page 843
16814 Let wise men, let men of understanding, heare and consider the matter, let them speake their minds; Let wise men, let men of understanding, hear and Consider the matter, let them speak their minds; vvb j n2, vvb n2 pp-f n1, vvb cc vvi dt n1, vvb pno32 vvi po32 n2; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2749 Page 843
16815 we should not leane to nor rely upon our owne understanding in the things which concerne our selves only, much lesse in those, wherein others are concerned more then our selves. we should not lean to nor rely upon our own understanding in the things which concern our selves only, much less in those, wherein Others Are concerned more then our selves. pns12 vmd xx vvi pc-acp ccx vvi p-acp po12 d n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb po12 n2 av-j, av-d av-dc p-acp d, c-crq n2-jn vbr vvn av-dc cs po12 n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2749 Page 843
16816 Eyes see more then an eye. Eyes see more then an eye. n2 vvb av-dc cs dt n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2749 Page 843
16817 And though it be an argument of too much weakness to see with other mens eyes; And though it be an argument of too much weakness to see with other men's eyes; cc cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f av d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn ng2 n2; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2749 Page 843
16818 yet it is an argument of much goodness and humility, to call in the helpe of other mens eyes. Secondly, Note. yet it is an argument of much Goodness and humility, to call in the help of other men's eyes. Secondly, Note. av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2. ord, n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2749 Page 843
16819 The more wise men agree in any matter, the greater is the Conviction. The more wise men agree in any matter, the greater is the Conviction. dt av-dc j n2 vvb p-acp d n1, dt jc vbz dt n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2750 Page 844
16820 One man may speak to Conviction, but if many speak the same, it is a very strong Conviction. One man may speak to Conviction, but if many speak the same, it is a very strong Conviction. crd n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp cs d vvb dt d, pn31 vbz dt av j n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2751 Page 844
16821 Many (I confesse) may center and agree in a wrong Judgement; Many (I confess) may centre and agree in a wrong Judgement; av-d (pns11 vvb) vmb n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n-jn n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2751 Page 844
16822 yet we ought to have a reverend esteeme of, and not easily differ from that Judgement wherein many wise and understanding men agree. yet we ought to have a reverend esteem of, and not Easily differ from that Judgement wherein many wise and understanding men agree. av pns12 vmd pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1 pp-f, cc xx av-j vvi p-acp d n1 c-crq d j cc j-vvg n2 vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2751 Page 844
16823 Christ speaking of Church-proceedings and censures, saith ( Math: 18.19.) If two of you (who constitute the least number, much more if a greater number of godly wise men) shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall aske, it shall be done for them, &c. So still the more wise, holy, christ speaking of Church-proceedings and censures, Says (Math: 18.19.) If two of you (who constitute the least number, much more if a greater number of godly wise men) shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them, etc. So still the more wise, holy, np1 vvg pp-f j cc n2, vvz (np1: crd.) cs crd pp-f pn22 (r-crq vvb dt ds n1, av-d av-dc cs dt jc n1 pp-f j j n2) vmb vvi p-acp n1 c-acp vvg d n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi, pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp pno32, av av av dt av-dc j, j, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2751 Page 844
16824 and learned men agree in any poynt, the greater is our conviction, and the stronger our obligation to submit to it. and learned men agree in any point, the greater is our conviction, and the Stronger our obligation to submit to it. cc j n2 vvb p-acp d n1, dt jc vbz po12 n1, cc dt jc po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2751 Page 844
16825 He that doth not heare a single brother, his fault is great; much more if he heare not two or three; He that does not hear a single brother, his fault is great; much more if he hear not two or three; pns31 cst vdz xx vvi dt j n1, po31 n1 vbz j; av-d av-dc cs pns31 vvb xx crd cc crd; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2751 Page 844
16826 most of all when he doth not heare the Church speaking to him, and testifying against him in the name of Jesus Christ. most of all when he does not hear the Church speaking to him, and testifying against him in the name of jesus christ. ds pp-f d c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2751 Page 844
16827 Thirdly, Elihu having made a long discourse, appeal's to wise men. Hence note. Thirdly, Elihu having made a long discourse, appeal's to wise men. Hence note. ord, np1 vhg vvn dt j n1, ng1 p-acp j n2. av vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2752 Page 844
16828 He that believeth he hath spoken truth, is not afraid to have it considered by those who are best able to judge what is true. He that Believeth he hath spoken truth, is not afraid to have it considered by those who Are best able to judge what is true. pns31 cst vvz pns31 vhz vvn n1, vbz xx j pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn p-acp d r-crq vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2753 Page 844
16829 Truth feares not any test, or tryall. Truth fears not any test, or trial. n1 vvz xx d n1, cc n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2754 Page 844
16830 He that offers pure gold and silver, cares not who toucheth it, or takes the Assay. He that offers pure gold and silver, Cares not who touches it, or Takes the Assay. pns31 cst vvz j n1 cc n1, vvz xx r-crq vvz pn31, cc vvz dt vvb. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2754 Page 844
16831 Wisdome is (sure enough to be) justified of her children. They who understand truth, Wisdom is (sure enough to be) justified of her children. They who understand truth, n1 vbz (j av-d pc-acp vbi) vvn pp-f po31 n2. pns32 r-crq vvb n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2754 Page 844
16832 and love it, can doe nothing against the truth, but for it. and love it, can do nothing against the truth, but for it. cc vvb pn31, vmb vdi pix p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp pn31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2754 Page 844
16833 Fourthly, Elihu having discoursed long, is willing to referre it to men, and to let them judge of it. Hence note. Fourthly, Elihu having discoursed long, is willing to refer it to men, and to let them judge of it. Hence note. ord, np1 vhg vvn av-j, vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pp-f pn31. av vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2755 Page 844
16834 He that hath spoken truth in his uprightness, hath reason to believe that he shall have the Consent of the upright with him. He that hath spoken truth in his uprightness, hath reason to believe that he shall have the Consent of the upright with him. pns31 cst vhz vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, vhz n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb vhi dt vvb pp-f dt j p-acp pno31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2756 Page 844
16835 There is a samenesse of spirit in all wise and godly men for the maine, and for the most part it is so in particulars. There is a sameness of Spirit in all wise and godly men for the main, and for the most part it is so in particulars. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j cc j n2 p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt av-ds n1 pn31 vbz av p-acp n2-j. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2757 Page 844
16836 If a godly man conscienciously judge such an opinion to be truth, he may be much assured, that other wise and godly men will be of his opinion too. If a godly man conscientiously judge such an opinion to be truth, he may be much assured, that other wise and godly men will be of his opinion too. cs dt j n1 av-j vvi d dt n1 pc-acp vbi n1, pns31 vmb vbi av-d vvn, cst j-jn j cc j n2 vmb vbi pp-f po31 n1 av. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2757 Page 844
16837 He dares say, as Elihu, Let wise men hearken unto me. Fifthly, and lastly, In that Elihu makes his appeal to wise men; to men of heart. Note. He dares say, as Elihu, Let wise men harken unto me. Fifthly, and lastly, In that Elihu makes his appeal to wise men; to men of heart. Note. pns31 vvz vvb, c-acp np1, vvb j n2 vvb p-acp pno11. ord, cc ord, p-acp cst np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp j n2; p-acp n2 pp-f n1. n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2757 Page 845
16838 All men are not fit to give their Judgement in a case. All are not Competent Judges, nor prepared to give an opinion; All men Are not fit to give their Judgement in a case. All Are not Competent Judges, nor prepared to give an opinion; av-d n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1. d vbr xx j n2, ccx vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2759 Page 845
16839 and if they doe 'tis not much to be regarded; and if they do it's not much to be regarded; cc cs pns32 vdb pn31|vbz xx av-d pc-acp vbi vvn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2760 Page 845
16840 wise men, specially godly wise men, men of a holy understanding, are the men whose judgement and opinion is to be regarded. wise men, specially godly wise men, men of a holy understanding, Are the men whose judgement and opinion is to be regarded. j n2, av-j j j n2, n2 pp-f dt j n1, vbr dt n2 rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2760 Page 845
16841 Elihu having bespoken the thoughts and opinion of wise men, seemes to give his owne in the next words. Elihu having bespoken the thoughts and opinion of wise men, seems to give his own in the next words. np1 vhg vvn dt n2 cc n1 pp-f j n2, vvz pc-acp vvi po31 d p-acp dt ord n2. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2760 Page 845
16842 Vers. 35. Job hath spoken without knowledge, and his words were without wisdome. Vers. 35. Job hath spoken without knowledge, and his words were without Wisdom. np1 crd np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, cc po31 n2 vbdr p-acp n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2760 Page 845
16843 When Elihu had offered it to the Consideration of wise and understanding men, whether Job had spoken right about that great poynt, Submission to the absolute Soveraignty of God, he forbare not first, When Elihu had offered it to the Consideration of wise and understanding men, whither Job had spoken right about that great point, Submission to the absolute Sovereignty of God, he forbore not First, c-crq np1 vhd vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j-vvg n2, cs np1 vhd vvn j-jn p-acp cst j n1, n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd xx ord, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2761 Page 845
16844 and plainly to declare his owne understanding of it. Job hath spoken without knowledge. The Hebrew is, not in knowledge, or, not knowingly; that is, ignorantly, foolishly; a very high charge; Job hath spoken without knowledge; and plainly to declare his own understanding of it. Job hath spoken without knowledge. The Hebrew is, not in knowledge, or, not knowingly; that is, ignorantly, foolishly; a very high charge; Job hath spoken without knowledge; cc av-j pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 pp-f pn31. np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. dt njp vbz, xx p-acp n1, cc, xx av-vvg; cst vbz, av-j, av-j; dt j j n1; n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2761 Page 845
16845 yet we are not to understand it as if Elihu thought Job an Ignorant, or an unknowing man, he could not but know otherwise; yet we Are not to understand it as if Elihu Thought Job an Ignorant, or an unknowing man, he could not but know otherwise; av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pn31 c-acp cs np1 vvd np1 dt j, cc dt j n1, pns31 vmd xx cc-acp vvi av; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2762 Page 845
16846 but as to this particular case, he reports him as a man that had spoken without knowledge, but as to this particular case, he reports him as a man that had spoken without knowledge, cc-acp c-acp p-acp d j n1, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst vhd vvn p-acp n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2762 Page 845
16847 and declared himselfe both beside his duty, and the rule. Hence note. and declared himself both beside his duty, and the Rule. Hence note. cc vvd px31 d p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1. av vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2762 Page 845
16848 They who are very wise and knowing in many things, yet may be out in some. They who Are very wise and knowing in many things, yet may be out in Some. pns32 r-crq vbr av j cc vvg p-acp d n2, av vmb vbi av p-acp d. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2763 Page 845
16849 The best of men are not perfect, either in grace, or knowledge. We may know much, and yet come short in what we ought to know; The best of men Are not perfect, either in grace, or knowledge. We may know much, and yet come short in what we ought to know; dt js pp-f n2 vbr xx j, av-d p-acp n1, cc n1. pns12 vmb vvi d, cc av vvb j p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2764 Page 845
16850 A man may speak some things very understandingly, and yet speak other things very erroneously; A Job may be out sometimes. Job hath spoken without knowledge. A man may speak Some things very understandingly, and yet speak other things very erroneously; A Job may be out sometime. Job hath spoken without knowledge. dt n1 vmb vvi d n2 av av-vvg, cc av vvb j-jn n2 av av-j; dt np1 vmb vbi av av. np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2764 Page 845
16851 And his words were without wisdome. And his words were without Wisdom. cc po31 n2 vbdr p-acp n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2764 Page 846
16852 When the Lord comes to decide this great Controversie in the last Chapter of this Book, he tells Job's three friends, that their words had not been right, When the Lord comes to decide this great Controversy in the last Chapter of this Book, he tells Job's three Friends, that their words had not been right, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz npg1 crd n2, cst po32 n2 vhd xx vbn j-jn, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2765 Page 846
16853 as the words of Job; and yet here Elihu saith, Job's words were without wisdome, or, not in wisdome. When God said, the words of Job were right; as the words of Job; and yet Here Elihu Says, Job's words were without Wisdom, or, not in Wisdom. When God said, the words of Job were right; c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; cc av av np1 vvz, npg1 n2 vbdr p-acp n1, cc, xx p-acp n1. c-crq np1 vvd, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr j-jn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2765 Page 846
16854 we may understand it, that they were so according to their general tenour, or they were so comparatively to what his friends, Eliphaz, Zophar, and Bildad had said in his case, we may understand it, that they were so according to their general tenor, or they were so comparatively to what his Friends, Eliphaz, Zophar, and Bildad had said in his case, pns12 vmb vvi pn31, cst pns32 vbdr av vvg p-acp po32 j n1, cc pns32 vbdr av av-j p-acp r-crq po31 n2, np1, np1, cc fw-es vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2765 Page 846
16855 or at least his last wo ds (after God had throughly convinced and humbled him) were so, or At least his last woe ds (After God had thoroughly convinced and humbled him) were so, cc p-acp ds po31 ord n1 n2 (c-acp np1 vhd av-j vvn cc vvd pno31) vbdr av, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2765 Page 846
16856 though in many things he had fayled in speech, or spoken those things which were not right before. though in many things he had failed in speech, or spoken those things which were not right before. cs p-acp d n2 pns31 vhd vvd p-acp n1, cc vvn d n2 r-crq vbdr xx j-jn p-acp. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2765 Page 846
16857 Yet here Elihu spake truth, while he sayd, his words were without wisdome in the speciall poynt he had to doe with him about; Yet Here Elihu spoke truth, while he said, his words were without Wisdom in the special point he had to do with him about; av av np1 vvd n1, cs pns31 vvd, po31 n2 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vhd pc-acp vdi p-acp pno31 a-acp; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2765 Page 846
16858 and so much Job himselfe acknowledged, I have spoken once, yea twice, but I will speak no more; and so much Job himself acknowledged, I have spoken once, yea twice, but I will speak no more; cc av d np1 px31 vvn, pns11 vhb vvn a-acp, uh av, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2765 Page 846
16859 I will no more set my wisdome against the wisdome of God, nor presume to have things goe according to my mind, let God doe what he will with me hereafter. I will no more Set my Wisdom against the Wisdom of God, nor presume to have things go according to my mind, let God do what he will with me hereafter. pns11 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, ccx vvb pc-acp vhi n2 vvi vvg p-acp po11 n1, vvb np1 vdb r-crq pns31 vmb p-acp pno11 av. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2765 Page 846
16860 Consider, how well this good man tooke the plain-dealing of Elihu; It might be expected that Job would quickly have risen up in passion, especially when he heard himselfe thus urged; Consider, how well this good man took the plain-dealing of Elihu; It might be expected that Job would quickly have risen up in passion, especially when he herd himself thus urged; vvb, c-crq av d j n1 vvd dt n-jn pp-f np1; pn31 vmd vbi vvn cst np1 vmd av-j vhi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, av-j c-crq pns31 vvd px31 av vvn; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2766 Page 846
16861 But being convinced, with what Elihu spake, he gave him not a word, much lesse an angry word. Hence note. But being convinced, with what Elihu spoke, he gave him not a word, much less an angry word. Hence note. cc-acp vbg vvn, p-acp r-crq np1 vvd, pns31 vvd pno31 xx dt n1, av-d av-dc dt j n1. av vvi. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2766 Page 846
16862 A good man where he is faulty, will heare reproofe with patience. A good man where he is faulty, will hear reproof with patience. dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vbz j, vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2767 Page 846
16863 A gracious heart, will soone be angry with himselfe for speaking or doing amisse, but he can take it well to heare himselfe reproved, A gracious heart, will soon be angry with himself for speaking or doing amiss, but he can take it well to hear himself reproved, dt j n1, vmb av vbi j p-acp px31 p-acp vvg cc vdg av, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av pc-acp vvi px31 vvd, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 846
16864 when he hath indeed either spoken or done amisse. Nor are there many greater and clearer arguments of a gracious heart then this. when he hath indeed either spoken or done amiss. Nor Are there many greater and clearer Arguments of a gracious heart then this. c-crq pns31 vhz av av-d vvn cc vdn av. ccx vbr pc-acp d jc cc jc n2 pp-f dt j n1 av d. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 846
16865 To beare a reproofe wel is a high poynt of commendation. To bear a reproof well is a high point of commendation. p-acp vvi dt n1 av vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 846
16866 Grace may be shewed as eminently by our patience when we are rebuked for doing that which is evill, Grace may be showed as eminently by our patience when we Are rebuked for doing that which is evil, n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av-j p-acp po12 n1 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vdg d r-crq vbz j-jn, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 846
16867 as by our forwardness and zeale in doing that which is good. as by our forwardness and zeal in doing that which is good. c-acp p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp vdg d r-crq vbz j. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 846
16868 When Nathan the Prophet applyed the parable home to David after he had not only committed but continued long impenitently in his grievous sins of adultery and murder, telling him to his face, Thou art the man (2 Sam: 12.7.) and not only telling him so, When Nathan the Prophet applied the parable home to David After he had not only committed but continued long impenitently in his grievous Sins of adultery and murder, telling him to his face, Thou art the man (2 Sam: 12.7.) and not only telling him so, c-crq np1 dt n1 vvd dt n1 av-an p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vhd xx av-j vvn p-acp vvd av-j av-jn p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pns21 vb2r dt n1 (crd np1: crd.) cc xx av-j vvg pno31 av, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16869 but at once upbrayding him with all the former benefits and kindnesses of God to him, but At once upbraiding him with all the former benefits and Kindnesses of God to him, cc-acp p-acp a-acp vvg pno31 p-acp d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16870 & threatning him with many dreadfull future judgements ( v. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.) when (I say) he was thus sharply dealt with, it might have been feared, that this Great king would have risen up in passion, & threatening him with many dreadful future Judgments (v. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.) when (I say) he was thus sharply dealt with, it might have been feared, that this Great King would have risen up in passion, cc vvg pno31 p-acp d j j-jn n2 (n1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd) c-crq (pns11 vvb) pns31 vbds av av-j vvn p-acp, pn31 vmd vhi vbn vvn, cst d j n1 vmd vhi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16871 and roared like a fierce Lyon upon the Prophet; and roared like a fierce lion upon the Prophet; cc vvd av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16872 yet we heare nothing from him but words of sorrowfull confession, and humble submission ( v. 13.) I have sinned against the Lord. yet we hear nothing from him but words of sorrowful Confessi, and humble submission (v. 13.) I have sinned against the Lord. av pns12 vvb pix p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, cc j n1 (n1 crd) pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16873 The boldnesse of Paul was great in blaming Peter openly, and Peters meeknesse was as great in bearing that blame ( Gal: 2.14.) Nor doe I know whether the patience of Job were greater in bearing the great afflictions that God layd upon him, The boldness of Paul was great in blaming Peter openly, and Peter's meekness was as great in bearing that blame (Gall: 2.14.) Nor do I know whither the patience of Job were greater in bearing the great afflictions that God laid upon him, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp vvg np1 av-j, cc npg1 n1 vbds a-acp j p-acp vvg d n1 (n1: crd.) ccx vdb pns11 vvb cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr jc p-acp vvg dt j n2 cst np1 vvd p-acp pno31, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16874 or in bearing the great reproofs which this man layd upon him. or in bearing the great reproofs which this man laid upon him. cc p-acp vvg dt j n2 r-crq d n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16875 I grant, he complained often of those bitter reproaches which his three friends cast upon him, charging him for a wicked man or a hypocrite, I grant, he complained often of those bitter Reproaches which his three Friends cast upon him, charging him for a wicked man or a hypocrite, pns11 vvb, pns31 vvd av pp-f d j n2 r-crq po31 crd n2 vvn p-acp pno31, vvg pno31 p-acp dt j n1 cc dt n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16876 and then he replyed and replyed home: and then he replied and replied home: cc av pns31 vvd cc vvd av-an: (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16877 but here Elihu reproved him sharply for his rash speeches and intemperate carriage under his affliction, but Here Elihu reproved him sharply for his rash Speeches and intemperate carriage under his affliction, cc-acp av np1 vvd pno31 av-j p-acp po31 j n2 cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16878 and he tooke it both meekly and silently. and he took it both meekly and silently. cc pns31 vvd pn31 av-d av-j cc av-j. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16879 A good man will not storme, nor rage, nor revile, nor threaten, when he is justly reprehended, A good man will not storm, nor rage, nor revile, nor threaten, when he is justly reprehended, dt j n1 vmb xx n1, ccx n1, ccx vvi, ccx vvi, c-crq pns31 vbz av-j vvn, (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16880 but lyes downe under it, and takes it quietly, yea thankfully, and goes home and blesseth God that he hath met with a knock; but lies down under it, and Takes it quietly, yea thankfully, and Goes home and Blesses God that he hath met with a knock; cc-acp vvz a-acp p-acp pn31, cc vvz pn31 av-jn, uh av-j, cc vvz av-an cc vvz np1 cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1; (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16881 These are very hard words, Thou hast spoken words without wisdome; But Job seemes to confesse and patiently beare them: These Are very hard words, Thou hast spoken words without Wisdom; But Job seems to confess and patiently bear them: d vbr av j n2, pns21 vh2 vvn n2 p-acp n1; p-acp n1 vvz pc-acp vvi cc av-j vvi pno32: (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16882 It is best for us not to doe or speak any thing that deserves a reproofe: It is best for us not to do or speak any thing that deserves a reproof: pn31 vbz js p-acp pno12 xx pc-acp vdi cc vvi d n1 cst vvz dt n1: (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16883 and 'tis the next best, to receive a reproofe well for what we have either done or spoken ill. and it's the next best, to receive a reproof well for what we have either done or spoken ill. cc pn31|vbz dt ord js, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb av-d vdn cc vvn j-jn. (36) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 847
16884 JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 36, 37. My desire is that Job may be tryed unto the end, because of his answers for wicked men. JOB. Chap. 34. Vers. 36, 37. My desire is that Job may be tried unto the end, Because of his answers for wicked men. np1. np1 crd np1 crd, crd po11 n1 vbz d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2768 Page 848
16885 For he addeth rebellion unto his sin, he clappeth his hands amongst us, and multiplyeth his words against God. For he adds rebellion unto his since, he clappeth his hands among us, and multiplieth his words against God. c-acp pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno12, cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2770 Page 848
16886 IN these two verses Elihu windes up his second speech to Job, and in them we have two things considerable; IN these two Verses Elihu winds up his second speech to Job, and in them we have two things considerable; p-acp d crd n2 np1 n2 p-acp po31 ord n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp pno32 pns12 vhi crd n2 j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2771 Page 848
16887 First, his motion made in reference to Job at the beginning of the 36th verse; First, his motion made in Referente to Job At the beginning of the 36th verse; ord, po31 n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2771 Page 848
16888 My desire is (or this is the thing that I move for) that Job may be tryed unto the end. My desire is (or this is the thing that I move for) that Job may be tried unto the end. po11 n1 vbz (cc d vbz dt n1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp) cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2771 Page 848
16889 Secondly, we have the reason of this motion, which some make three-fold, others foure-fold, taking the latter part of the 36th verse for one of the foure; Secondly, we have the reason of this motion, which Some make threefold, Others fourfold, taking the latter part of the 36th verse for one of the foure; ord, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq d vvb j, n2-jn n1, vvg dt d n1 pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp crd pp-f dt crd; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2771 Page 848
16890 My desire is that Job may be tryed to the end, why? First, Because of his answers for wicked men. My desire is that Job may be tried to the end, why? First, Because of his answers for wicked men. po11 n1 vbz d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, q-crq? ord, c-acp pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2771 Page 848
16891 Secondly, I desire he may be tryed unto the end, why? for he addeth rebellion unto his sin. Secondly, I desire he may be tried unto the end, why? for he adds rebellion unto his since. ord, pns11 vvb pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, q-crq? c-acp pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2773 Page 848
16892 Thirdly, I desire he may be tryed unto the end? why? he clappeth his hands amongst us, and Thirdly, I desire he may be tried unto the end? why? he clappeth his hands among us, and ord, pns11 vvb pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1? q-crq? pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno12, cc (37) chapter (DIV2) 2774 Page 848
16893 Fourthly, I desire he may be tryed to the end, why? he multiplyeth his words against God. Fourthly, I desire he may be tried to the end, why? he multiplieth his words against God. ord, pns11 vvb pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, q-crq? pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2775 Page 848
16894 Others take the latter words of the 36th verse, only as the subject matter about which Elihu desires Job may be tryed, that is, concerning his answers for wicked men. Others take the latter words of the 36th verse, only as the Subject matter about which Elihu Desires Job may be tried, that is, Concerning his answers for wicked men. ng2-jn vvb dt d n2 pp-f dt ord n1, av-j c-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz n1 vmb vbi vvn, cst vbz, vvg po31 n2 p-acp j n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2775 Page 848
16895 And so the 37th verse containes three reasons why he desires he may be brought to that tryall. And so the 37th verse contains three Reasons why he Desires he may be brought to that trial. cc av dt ord n1 vvz crd n2 c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2775 Page 848
16896 Vers. 36. My desire is that Job may be tryed. Vers. 36. My desire is that Job may be tried. np1 crd po11 n1 vbz d n1 vmb vbi vvn. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2775 Page 848
16897 So we translate, and we put in the margin, O my father, most or many translaters put that into the text, O my father, Let Job be tryed unto the end. So we translate, and we put in the margin, Oh my father, most or many translators put that into the text, Oh my father, Let Job be tried unto the end. av pns12 vvb, cc pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, uh po11 n1, av-ds cc d n2 vvd cst p-acp dt n1, uh po11 n1, vvb np1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2776 Page 848
16898 The first word of the text hath a two-fold signification; The First word of the text hath a twofold signification; dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz dt n1 n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2776 Page 848
16899 some taking it as an application to God by the name or title father. The reason of this difference is, Some taking it as an application to God by the name or title father. The reason of this difference is, d vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 n1. dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2776 Page 848
16900 because the roote of that Hebrew word which signifies a father, signifies to desire, to will or wish. Mr Broughton renders, O my father (and he adds, O my father which art in heaven) Let Job be tryed unto victory. Because the root of that Hebrew word which signifies a father, signifies to desire, to will or wish. Mr Broughton renders, Oh my father (and he adds, Oh my father which art in heaven) Let Job be tried unto victory. c-acp dt n1 pp-f d njp n1 r-crq vvz dt n1, vvz p-acp vvb, p-acp vmb cc vvi. n1 np1 vvz, uh po11 n1 (cc pns31 vvz, uh po11 n1 r-crq n1 p-acp n1) vvb n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2776 Page 849
16901 As if Elihu (saith he) looking up to heaven, by O father, meant what followeth, O father which art in heaven. As if Elihu (Says he) looking up to heaven, by Oh father, meant what follows, Oh father which art in heaven. c-acp cs np1 (vvz pns31) vvg a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp uh n1, vvd r-crq vvz, uh n1 r-crq n1 p-acp n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2776 Page 849
16902 And he quotes Abraham Peritzol (a learned Rabbin) expounding the words so translated, at larg. And he quotes Abraham Peritzol (a learned Rabbin) expounding the words so translated, At large. cc pns31 vvz np1 np1 (dt j zz) vvg dt n2 av vvn, p-acp j. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2776 Page 849
16903 Father is one of the sweetest and most honourable compellations of God. ( Isa: 63.16.) the whole Church of the Jewes is brought in bespeaking God in that Relation; Father is one of the Sweetest and most honourable compellations of God. (Isaiah: 63.16.) the Whole Church of the Jews is brought in bespeaking God in that Relation; n1 vbz pi pp-f dt js cc av-ds j n2 pp-f np1. (np1: crd.) dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt np2 vbz vvn p-acp vvg np1 p-acp d n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2777 Page 849
16904 Thou art our father, though Abraham be ignorant of us, &c. And God speaking of himselfe, saith ( Mal: 1.6.) A son honoureth his father, Thou art our father, though Abraham be ignorant of us, etc. And God speaking of himself, Says (Malachi: 1.6.) A son Honoureth his father, pns21 vb2r po12 n1, cs np1 vbb j pp-f pno12, av cc np1 vvg pp-f px31, vvz (fw-fr: crd.) dt n1 vvz po31 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2777 Page 849
16905 if I be a father, where is my honour. if I be a father, where is my honour. cs pns11 vbb dt n1, q-crq vbz po11 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2777 Page 849
16906 It was usuall even among the heathens to adde the name father to their Idol gods, thereby to expresse their reverence, or veneration of them. O my father. It was usual even among the Heathens to add the name father to their Idol God's, thereby to express their Reverence, or veneration of them. O my father. pn31 vbds j av p-acp dt n2-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp po32 n1 n2, av pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32. sy po11 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2777 Page 849
16907 They who embrace this translation take speciall notice of that pronoune My, O my father. They who embrace this Translation take special notice of that pronoun My, Oh my father. pns32 r-crq vvb d n1 vvb j n1 pp-f d n1 po11, uh po11 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16908 He doth not say only or barely, O father, but O my father. Those appropriating possessive pronouns, mine, thine, have a kinde of deliciousnesse in them, and breath aboundance of affection. He does not say only or barely, Oh father, but Oh my father. Those appropriating possessive pronouns, mine, thine, have a kind of deliciousness in them, and breath abundance of affection. pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j cc av-j, uh n1, p-acp uh po11 n1. d vvg j n2, png11, png21, vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, cc n1 n1 pp-f n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16909 Luther sayd the sweetnesse of the Gospel lyeth in pronounes; when a believer can say (with believing Thomas) My Lord, and my God. Luther said the sweetness of the Gospel lies in pronouns; when a believer can say (with believing Thomas) My Lord, and my God. np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp n2; c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi (p-acp vvg np1) po11 n1, cc po11 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16910 Those things or persons which we love most we call ours; Those things or Persons which we love most we call ours; d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb av-js pns12 vvb png12; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16911 we say of a single speciall friend, he is mine; and to say, such a one is mine, is as much as to say, he is much beloved, much prized or esteemed by me, he, we say of a single special friend, he is mine; and to say, such a one is mine, is as much as to say, he is much Beloved, much prized or esteemed by me, he, pns12 vvb pp-f dt j j n1, pns31 vbz png11; cc pc-acp vvi, d dt pi vbz png11, vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbz av-d vvn, av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp pno11, pns31, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16929 and by the eare, he meanes not only the sensitive faculty taken abstractly, but the sensitive faculty joyned with the intellectuall. and by the ear, he means not only the sensitive faculty taken abstractly, but the sensitive faculty joined with the intellectual. cc p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz xx av-j dt j n1 vvn av-j, cc-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt j. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2781 Page 850
16912 as it were, lies next my heart; property rayseth the price of all good things. We rejoyce in God most, when we can call him ours; as it were, lies next my heart; property raises the price of all good things. We rejoice in God most, when we can call him ours; c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvz ord po11 n1; n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d j n2. pns12 vvb p-acp np1 av-ds, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pno31 png12; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16913 and so doth God in us, when he takes us for his owne. and so does God in us, when he Takes us for his own. cc av vdz np1 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 d. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16914 We have a meeting or union of severall possessive pronouns in one verse ( Cant: 8.12.) My vineyard which is mine is before me: My, mine, before me; We have a meeting or Union of several possessive pronouns in one verse (Cant: 8.12.) My vineyard which is mine is before me: My, mine, before me; pns12 vhb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j j n2 p-acp crd n1 (n1: crd.) po11 n1 r-crq vbz png11 vbz p-acp pno11: po11, po11, p-acp pno11; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16915 implying how much Jesus Christ did appropriate the Church unto himselfe, or how much he thought himselfe concerned in the prosperity of the Church. implying how much jesus christ did Appropriate the Church unto himself, or how much he Thought himself concerned in the Prosperity of the Church. vvg c-crq d np1 np1 vdd vvi dt n1 p-acp px31, cc c-crq d pns31 vvd px31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16916 And as the Title Father is sweet and comfortable, so glorious and honourable; God is the father of all, and all fatherhood is derived from God. And as the Title Father is sweet and comfortable, so glorious and honourable; God is the father of all, and all fatherhood is derived from God. cc c-acp dt n1 n1 vbz j cc j, av j cc j; np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cc d n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16917 That of the Apostle ( Eph: 3.15.) which we translate, of whom the whole family, &c. Others render, the whole fatherhood, in heaven and earth is named. That of the Apostle (Ephesians: 3.15.) which we translate, of whom the Whole family, etc. Others render, the Whole fatherhood, in heaven and earth is nam. d pp-f dt n1 (np1: crd.) r-crq pns12 vvb, pp-f ro-crq dt j-jn n1, av ng2-jn vvb, dt j-jn n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz vvn. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16918 For as God only is good, and other things are good only by communication from him, For as God only is good, and other things Are good only by communication from him, c-acp c-acp np1 av-j vbz j, cc j-jn n2 vbr j av-j p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 849
16919 so God only is a father, and all other fatherhood is by derivation and communication from him. so God only is a father, and all other fatherhood is by derivation and communication from him. av np1 av-j vbz dt n1, cc d j-jn n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 850
16920 O my father, let Job be tryed unto the end. We say, My desire is. The Hebrew text is as cleare for that; Oh my father, let Job be tried unto the end. We say, My desire is. The Hebrew text is as clear for that; uh po11 n1, vvb np1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. pns12 vvb, po11 n1 vbz. dt njp n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp d; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2778 Page 850
16921 and whether we say, O my father, let Job be tryed, or, my desire is that Job may be tryed to the end, the general sense is the same. and whither we say, Oh my father, let Job be tried, or, my desire is that Job may be tried to the end, the general sense is the same. cc cs pns12 vvb, uh po11 n1, vvb np1 vbi vvn, cc, po11 n1 vbz d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vbz dt d. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2779 Page 850
16922 We render the word by desire (Chap: 9.26.) where Job tells us, that his life or the life of man is like the swift ships; we put in the margin, ships of desire (it is this word) that is, We render the word by desire (Chap: 9.26.) where Job tells us, that his life or the life of man is like the swift ships; we put in the margin, ships of desire (it is this word) that is, pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp vvb (n1: crd.) q-crq np1 vvz pno12, cst po31 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j dt j n2; pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, n2 pp-f n1 (pn31 vbz d n1) cst vbz, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2779 Page 850
16923 like those ships which being most desirable (as being laden with the richest and most precious commodities) make most hast home to their harbour, like those ships which being most desirable (as being laden with the Richest and most precious commodities) make most hast home to their harbour, av-j d n2 r-crq vbg av-ds j (c-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2) vvb ds vvb av-an p-acp po32 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2779 Page 850
16924 or proper Port. Thus here, My desire, or the thing that I strongly wish is, &c. The Chaldee paraphrase renders, My will is, or I will That Job may be tryed. or proper Port. Thus Here, My desire, or the thing that I strongly wish is, etc. The Chaldee Paraphrase renders, My will is, or I will That Job may be tried. cc j n1 av av, po11 n1, cc dt n1 cst pns11 av-j vvb vbz, av dt np1 n1 vvz, po11 n1 vbz, cc pns11 vmb cst np1 vmb vbi vvn. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2779 Page 850
16925 But had not Job been tryed already? was there any need to call him to a farther tryall? had he not been in the furnace a long time? why then doth Elihu so earnestly importune that Job might be brought to tryall? I answer; But had not Job been tried already? was there any need to call him to a farther trial? had he not been in the furnace a long time? why then does Elihu so earnestly importune that Job might be brought to trial? I answer; cc-acp vhd xx np1 vbn vvn av? vbds a-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt jc n1? vhd pns31 xx vbn p-acp dt n1 dt j n1? uh-crq av vdz np1 av av-j vvi d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1? pns11 vvb; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2780 Page 850
16926 The word signifies a two-fold tryall; First, a tryall by way of examination, or argumentation; The word signifies a twofold trial; First, a trial by Way of examination, or argumentation; dt n1 vvz dt n1 n1; ord, dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2781 Page 850
16927 we try a man when we examine him, and argue with him, when we scann and search out what he hath spoken, or what he hath done. we try a man when we examine him, and argue with him, when we scann and search out what he hath spoken, or what he hath done. pns12 vvb dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31, c-crq pns12 vvd cc vvi av q-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2781 Page 850
16928 In this sence the word is used ( Chap: 12.11.) and at the 3d verse of this Chapter, the care tryeth words; that is, the eare examineth the sense and meaning of those things which are spoken; In this sense the word is used (Chap: 12.11.) and At the 3d verse of this Chapter, the care trieth words; that is, the ear examineth the sense and meaning of those things which Are spoken; p-acp d n1 dt n1 vbz vvd (n1: crd.) cc p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 vvz n2; cst vbz, dt n1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr vvn; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2781 Page 850
16930 A beast hath an eare and can heare, but a beast cannot try or examine that which is spoken and heard; A beast hath an ear and can hear, but a beast cannot try or examine that which is spoken and herd; dt n1 vhz dt n1 cc vmb vvi, cc-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi cc vvi d r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2781 Page 850
16931 only they that have rationall faculties joyned with the sensitive are able to try words, and matter delivered by them. only they that have rational faculties joined with the sensitive Are able to try words, and matter Delivered by them. av-j pns32 cst vhb j n2 vvn p-acp dt j vbr j pc-acp vvi n2, cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2781 Page 850
16932 I desire Job may be tryed to the utmost, that the words and speeches which have past from him, may be fully considered, I desire Job may be tried to the utmost, that the words and Speeches which have passed from him, may be Fully considered, pns11 vvb np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j, cst dt n2 cc n2 r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pno31, vmb vbi av-j vvn, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2781 Page 850
16933 or considered to the end, that it may, at last, appeare what he hath asserted and maintained. or considered to the end, that it may, At last, appear what he hath asserted and maintained. cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vmb, p-acp ord, vvb r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2781 Page 850
16934 Secondly, It signifies a tryall by affliction ( Zech: 13.9.) One third shall be brought through the fire and tryed. Secondly, It signifies a trial by affliction (Zechariah: 13.9.) One third shall be brought through the fire and tried. ord, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 (np1: crd.) crd ord vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vvn. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 850
16935 As mettall gold or silver is tryed and refined in the fire, so shall they in the fire of affliction. As mettle gold or silver is tried and refined in the fire, so shall they in the fire of affliction. p-acp n1 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, av vmb pns32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 851
16936 Jesus Christ is called a tryed stone (Isa: 28.16.) and he was so in both these accounts; jesus christ is called a tried stone (Isaiah: 28.16.) and he was so in both these accounts; np1 np1 vbz vvn dt j-vvn n1 (np1: crd.) cc pns31 vbds av p-acp d d n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 851
16937 he was examined and argued with to the end, and he was afflicted, and grieved to the end, he was a man of sorrows, he was examined and argued with to the end, and he was afflicted, and grieved to the end, he was a man of sorrows, pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vbds vvn, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 851
16938 and acquainted with griefs all his dayes; Behold I lay in Zion a tryed stone, a sure Corner stone; and acquainted with griefs all his days; Behold I lay in Zion a tried stone, a sure Corner stone; cc vvn p-acp n2 d po31 n2; vvb pns11 vvd p-acp np1 dt j-vvn n1, dt j n1 n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 851
16939 that which is tryed is sure; we may trust that which hath been tryed. We say, try me and trust me; that which is tried is sure; we may trust that which hath been tried. We say, try me and trust me; cst r-crq vbz vvn vbz j; pns12 vmb vvi d r-crq vhz vbn vvn. pns12 vvb, vvb pno11 cc vvb pno11; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 851
16940 we may understand Elihu in both, or in either of these senses. we may understand Elihu in both, or in either of these Senses. pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp d, cc p-acp d pp-f d n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 851
16941 My desire is that Job may be tryed, that what he hath sayd may be further examined, or that his affliction may be continued, till he be brought to a sight of his errors and mistakes. My desire is that Job may be tried, that what he hath said may be further examined, or that his affliction may be continued, till he be brought to a sighed of his errors and mistakes. po11 n1 vbz cst n1 vmb vbi vvn, cst r-crq pns31 vhz vvn vmb vbi av-jc vvn, cc d po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 851
16942 I would have him corrected till he submits to God as a conqueror, and recanteth his rash and inconsiderate answers. I would have him corrected till he submits to God as a conqueror, and recanteth his rash and inconsiderate answers. pns11 vmd vhi pno31 vvn c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz po31 j cc j n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 851
16943 My desire is that Job may be tryed Ʋnto the end. My desire is that Job may be tried Ʋnto the end. po11 n1 vbz d n1 vmb vbi vvn av dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2782 Page 851
16944 He doth not say barely, tryed, but, tryed unto the end; that is, fully and throughly tryed, not by halves, overley and slightly; He does not say barely, tried, but, tried unto the end; that is, Fully and thoroughly tried, not by halves, overley and slightly; pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j, vvn, p-acp, vvn p-acp dt n1; cst vbz, av-j cc av-j vvn, xx p-acp n2-jn, n1 cc av-j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2783 Page 851
16945 If he be indeed just and sincere, the fire of this tryall, how long soever he continueth in it, will doe him no hurt, it will only purge and refine him from his remaining drosse; If he be indeed just and sincere, the fire of this trial, how long soever he Continueth in it, will do him no hurt, it will only purge and refine him from his remaining dross; cs pns31 vbb av j cc j, dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq av-j av pns31 vvz p-acp pn31, vmb vdi pno31 dx n1, pn31 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2783 Page 851
16946 but if he be unsound and nought, he will evaporate and fume away into vaine complaints and murmurings; but if he be unsound and nought, he will evaporate and fume away into vain complaints and murmurings; cc-acp cs pns31 vbb j cc pix, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi av p-acp j n2 cc n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2783 Page 851
16947 Therefore let him be tryed to the end. Therefore let him be tried to the end. av vvb pno31 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2783 Page 851
16948 Some of the Latines translate, I would have him tryed to death, which is the end or period of man in this world. some of the Latins translate, I would have him tried to death, which is the end or Period of man in this world. d pp-f dt np1 vvb, pns11 vmd vhi pno31 vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 851
16949 The word signifies sempeternity, as also victory, because that which continueth ever, must needs be victorious (1 Sam: 15.29. ) The strength of Israel will not lie; The word signifies sempeternity, as also victory, Because that which Continueth ever, must needs be victorious (1 Sam: 15.29.) The strength of Israel will not lie; dt n1 vvz n1, c-acp av n1, c-acp d r-crq vvz av, vmb av vbi j (vvd np1: crd.) dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx vvi; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 851
16950 we put in the Margin, The eternity or victory of Israel (that is, the eternall God, who is victor over all) will not lie. Thus some render here, I desire Job may be tryed unto victory, that is, that God would never give over trying him, till he hath overcome him and brought downe his spirit, we put in the Margin, The eternity or victory of Israel (that is, the Eternal God, who is victor over all) will not lie. Thus Some render Here, I desire Job may be tried unto victory, that is, that God would never give over trying him, till he hath overcome him and brought down his Spirit, pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 (cst vbz, dt j np1, r-crq vbz n1 p-acp d) vmb xx vvi. av d vvb av, pns11 vvb np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cst vbz, cst np1 vmd av-x vvi p-acp vvg pno31, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31 cc vvd a-acp po31 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 851
16951 for still the man is too high, too stout, his spirit is still too big, too unbroken; for still the man is too high, too stout, his Spirit is still too big, too unbroken; c-acp av dt n1 vbz av j, av j, po31 n1 vbz av av j, av j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 851
16952 my desire therefore is that God would try him to victory, till he hath brought him upon his knees, my desire Therefore is that God would try him to victory, till he hath brought him upon his knees, po11 n1 av vbz cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 851
16953 and made him eate his words, or till he give glory to God by humbling himselfe and confessing his sin; and made him eat his words, or till he give glory to God by humbling himself and confessing his since; cc vvd pno31 vvi po31 n2, cc c-acp pns31 vvb n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg px31 cc vvg po31 n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 851
16954 I would have him fully convinced by argument and throughly humbled by chastisement, till he at last resigneth up himselfe to the will of God. I would have him Fully convinced by argument and thoroughly humbled by chastisement, till he At last resigneth up himself to the will of God. pns11 vmd vhi pno31 av-j vvd p-acp n1 cc av-j vvn p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 p-acp ord vvz p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 851
16955 The Italion glosse puts it in the forme of a prayer; The Italian gloss puts it in the Form of a prayer; dt np1 n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 851
16956 Withdraw not thy vis•tation from Job, untill thou hast brought him to the duty of a child; Withdraw not thy vis•tation from Job, until thou hast brought him to the duty of a child; vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 852
16957 Further, this word, unto the end, doth not imply a desire of the everlastingness of his tryall, Further, this word, unto the end, does not imply a desire of the everlastingness of his trial, av-jc, d n1, p-acp dt n1, vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 852
16958 but of the profitableness of it. but of the profitableness of it. cc-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 852
16959 He would not have him alwayes kept upon the rack, or under the rod, but he would have him effectually dealt with, that the matter might issue wel with him. He would not have him always kept upon the rack, or under the rod, but he would have him effectually dealt with, that the matter might issue well with him. pns31 vmd xx vhi pno31 av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno31 av-j vvn p-acp, cst dt n1 vmd vvi av p-acp pno31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2784 Page 852
16960 From the words thus opened, note first. Affliction is a tryall. It makes us appeare what we are; From the words thus opened, note First. Affliction is a trial. It makes us appear what we Are; p-acp dt n2 av vvn, vvb ord. n1 vbz dt n1. pn31 vvz pno12 vvi r-crq pns12 vbr; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2785 Page 852
16961 most have but an appearance till they are tryed; and being tryed, what they are doth really appeare. most have but an appearance till they Are tried; and being tried, what they Are does really appear. ds vhb cc-acp dt n1 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn; cc vbg vvn, r-crq pns32 vbr vdz av-j vvi. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16962 Afflictions try our graces what they are; and afflictions try our corruptions what they are. Afflictions try our graces what they Are; and afflictions try our corruptions what they Are. n2 vvb po12 n2 r-crq pns32 vbr; cc n2 vvb po12 n2 r-crq pns32 vbr. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16963 Afflictions draw forth the spirit of a man, they turne his inside outward, and set him (as it were) in the open light. Afflictions draw forth the Spirit of a man, they turn his inside outward, and Set him (as it were) in the open Light. n2 vvb av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb po31 n1-an j, cc vvd pno31 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt j n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16964 Take tryall in the second sence by way of examination, and it yeilds us the same truth. Take trial in the second sense by Way of examination, and it yields us the same truth. vvb n1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc pn31 vvz pno12 av d n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16965 He that is throughly sifted will appeare in his own likeness. He that is thoroughly sifted will appear in his own likeness. pns31 cst vbz av-j vvn vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16966 Let a man be fully dealt and argued with, let his speeches and his actions be brought to the rule of the word, what he is, Let a man be Fully dealt and argued with, let his Speeches and his actions be brought to the Rule of the word, what he is, vvb dt n1 vbi av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp, vvb po31 n2 cc po31 n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns31 vbz, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16967 and what they are, will soone be seene. and what they Are, will soon be seen. cc r-crq pns32 vbr, vmb av vbi vvn. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16968 That's the tryall which the Apostle means (1 Thes: 5.2.) Prove all things; prove what men say and hold, prove their assertions and opinions, That's the trial which the Apostle means (1 These: 5.2.) Prove all things; prove what men say and hold, prove their assertions and opinions, d|vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz (crd d: crd.) vvb d n2; vvb q-crq n2 vvb cc vvi, vvb po32 n2 cc n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16969 and you shall come to a cleare understanding of them. and you shall come to a clear understanding of them. cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16970 The rule of the word is a straight or right rule, and that which is right will shew you both it self, The Rule of the word is a straight or right Rule, and that which is right will show you both it self, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j cc j-jn n1, cc cst r-crq vbz j-jn vmb vvi pn22 d zz n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16971 and that which is crooked, or any way swerving and departing from it. and that which is crooked, or any Way swerving and departing from it. cc cst r-crq vbz j, cc d n1 vvg cc vvg p-acp pn31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2786 Page 852
16972 Secondly, As tryall is taken in the former notion for affliction, My desire is that Job may be tryed unto the end. Note. Secondly, As trial is taken in the former notion for affliction, My desire is that Job may be tried unto the end. Note. ord, c-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, po11 n1 vbz d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2787 Page 852
16973 It is lawfull to pray or wish for afflictions upon others in some cases. It is lawful to pray or wish for afflictions upon Others in Some cases. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n2 p-acp n2-jn p-acp d n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2788 Page 852
16974 We may pray for and wish afflictions upon others for their good, or for the glory of God. We may pray for and wish afflictions upon Others for their good, or for the glory of God. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp cc vvi n2 p-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 852
16975 It is not good to wish evill as evill upon any man, no not upon the worst of men. It is not good to wish evil as evil upon any man, no not upon the worst of men. pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi j-jn c-acp j-jn p-acp d n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 852
16976 Job professed against that ( Chap: 31.29, 30.) If I have rejoyced at the destruction of him that hated me, Job professed against that (Chap: 31.29, 30.) If I have rejoiced At the destruction of him that hated me, np1 vvn p-acp d (n1: crd, crd) cs pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 852
16977 or have suffered my mouth to sin by wishing a curse to his soule, then &c. As if he had sayd, or have suffered my Mouth to sin by wishing a curse to his soul, then etc. As if he had said, cc vhb vvn po11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 852
16978 If I have prayed or wished that any evill might befall mine enemy as evill, I should have done very ill, and deserved to suffer ill. If I have prayed or wished that any evil might befall mine enemy as evil, I should have done very ill, and deserved to suffer ill. cs pns11 vhb vvn cc vvd cst d n-jn vmd vvi po11 n1 c-acp j-jn, pns11 vmd vhi vdn j n-jn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi j-jn. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 852
16979 For that had been an evill wish. Yet, as we our selves ought to chuse affliction rather then sin; For that had been an evil wish. Yet, as we our selves ought to choose affliction rather then since; p-acp d vhd vbn dt j-jn n1. av, c-acp pns12 po12 n2 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 av-c av n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 852
16980 so we may pray for affliction upon others, rather then that they should goe on in sin. so we may pray for affliction upon Others, rather then that they should go on in since. av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, av-c cs cst pns32 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16981 As in that case of the Churches proceeding to the sentence of excommunication; As in that case of the Churches proceeding to the sentence of excommunication; p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16982 which is the delivering of a person up to Satan, or a putting him into the very power of the devill for a time (1 Cor: 5.4, 5.) it is the end or designe which makes this lawfull: which is the delivering of a person up to Satan, or a putting him into the very power of the Devil for a time (1 Cor: 5.4, 5.) it is the end or Design which makes this lawful: r-crq vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 a-acp p-acp np1, cc dt vvg pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 (vvd np1: crd, crd) pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz d j: (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16983 our business in the ministry and in all Church-administrations, is to put soules out of the power of Satan, to rescue them out of the hand of the devill, to recover those that are led Captive by him at his will; our business in the Ministry and in all Church administrations, is to put Souls out of the power of Satan, to rescue them out of the hand of the Devil, to recover those that Are led Captive by him At his will; po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp d j, vbz pc-acp vvi n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi d cst vbr vvn j-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16984 yet saith the Apostle, Deliver such a one unto Satan, put him into the devills hands, yet Says the Apostle, Deliver such a one unto Satan, put him into the Devils hands, av vvz dt n1, vvb d dt pi p-acp np1, vvd pno31 p-acp dt ng1 n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16985 for what end? For the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. for what end? For the destruction of the Flesh, that the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord jesus. p-acp r-crq n1? p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16986 This makes the prayer or act of the Church lawfull, because the intendment is the destroying of that which ought to be destroyed, This makes the prayer or act of the Church lawful, Because the intendment is the destroying of that which ought to be destroyed, d vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 j, c-acp dt n1 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f d r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16987 or to destroy that in man which will be the destruction of man, his flesh, his lust, his pride, his covetousnesse, his wantonness; or to destroy that in man which will be the destruction of man, his Flesh, his lust, his pride, his covetousness, his wantonness; cc pc-acp vvi cst p-acp n1 r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16988 For the destruction of this flesh deliver him to Satan, that the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. For the destruction of this Flesh deliver him to Satan, that the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord jesus. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvi pno31 p-acp np1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16989 Thus we may pray and wish for affliction upon others; Thus we may pray and wish for affliction upon Others; av pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16990 but 'tis a prayer which must be managed with a great deale of caution, lest our prayers to God in that kinde, be found ill wishes to men. but it's a prayer which must be managed with a great deal of caution, lest our Prayers to God in that kind, be found ill wishes to men. cc-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cs po12 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, vbb vvn j-jn n2 p-acp n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
17012 we are not (I say) to understand him so grossly, nor had it been true to say, that Job opened his mouth, we Are not (I say) to understand him so grossly, nor had it been true to say, that Job opened his Mouth, pns12 vbr xx (pns11 vvb) pc-acp vvi pno31 av av-j, ccx vhd pn31 vbn j pc-acp vvi, cst n1 vvd po31 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17013 or spake thus for wicked men; or spoke thus for wicked men; cc vvd av p-acp j n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
16991 That which Elihu had in his thoughts, when he desired Job might be tryed to the very end, was, that he might be prevented from going on in the way wherein he was to the end. That which Elihu had in his thoughts, when he desired Job might be tried to the very end, was, that he might be prevented from going on in the Way wherein he was to the end. d r-crq np1 vhd p-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vvd np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, vbds, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16992 Yea, I conceive a man may pray for afflictions upon himselfe, rather then he should goe on in a course of sin, Yea, I conceive a man may pray for afflictions upon himself, rather then he should go on in a course of since, uh, pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2 p-acp px31, av-c cs pns31 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16993 or, when he findes that other wayes and means which God hath used with him, have not been effectuall to subdue his corrupt heart, to mortifie his lusts, or, when he finds that other ways and means which God hath used with him, have not been effectual to subdue his corrupt heart, to mortify his Lustiest, cc, c-crq pns31 vvz d j-jn n2 cc n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31, vhb xx vbn j pc-acp vvi po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16994 and to bring him off from a course of sin, but that (as it is sayd in the next verse) he is in danger of adding rebellion to his sin. and to bring him off from a course of since, but that (as it is said in the next verse) he is in danger of adding rebellion to his since. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp d (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1) pns31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16995 A godly man had much rather that God should make him poore, sicke, weake, and nothing in this world, A godly man had much rather that God should make him poor, sick, weak, and nothing in this world, dt j n1 vhd av-d av-c cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 j, j, j, cc pix p-acp d n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16996 then let his corruptions have dominion over him; then let his corruptions have dominion over him; av vvb po31 n2 vhb n1 p-acp pno31; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16997 He desires rather God should take the world quite out of his hand, the• that the world should get into his heart, He Desires rather God should take the world quite out of his hand, the• that the world should get into his heart, pns31 vvz av-c n1 vmd vvi dt n1 av av pp-f po31 n1, n1 cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16998 or be as fuel to feed and enflame his lusts. or be as fuel to feed and inflame his Lustiest. cc vbb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2789 Page 853
16999 Thus Elihu desired that Job might be tryed, because tryalls by affliction are for our purging, refining, and bettering. Thus Elihu desired that Job might be tried, Because trials by affliction Are for our purging, refining, and bettering. av np1 vvd d n1 vmd vbi vvn, c-acp n2 p-acp n1 vbr p-acp po12 n-vvg, vvg, cc vvg. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2790 Page 853
17000 Love was the roote of this wish, nor hatred or ill will. Let Job be tryed to the end. Love was the root of this wish, nor hatred or ill will. Let Job be tried to the end. n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1, ccx n1 cc j-jn n1. vvb np1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2790 Page 853
17001 Why? we may take the latter part of the verse for a reason why, as wel as for the matter about which he would have him tryed. Why? we may take the latter part of the verse for a reason why, as well as for the matter about which he would have him tried. q-crq? pns12 vmb vvi dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 uh-crq, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno31 vvn. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2790 Page 853
17002 Because of his answers for wicked men. Because of his answers for wicked men. c-acp pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2790 Page 854
17003 Let him be tryed concerning those words which he hath spoken in common with or after the manner of vaine men. Let him be tried Concerning those words which he hath spoken in Common with or After the manner of vain men. vvb pno31 vbi vvn vvg d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp j p-acp cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17004 He hath spoken words wherein he seemes to comply with wicked men, to say as they say, to consent with them, He hath spoken words wherein he seems to comply with wicked men, to say as they say, to consent with them, pns31 vhz vvn n2 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vvb, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17005 and to be of their opinion, this was charged upon him directly by Elihu at the 8th verse of this Chapter; and to be of their opinion, this was charged upon him directly by Elihu At the 8th verse of this Chapter; cc pc-acp vbi pp-f po32 n1, d vbds vvn p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17006 What man is like Job, who drinketh up scorning like water, which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men; What man is like Job, who Drinketh up scorning like water, which Goes in company with the workers of iniquity, and walks with wicked men; r-crq n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvz a-acp vvg av-j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17007 that is, though Job in his conversation or carriage of his life hath not, yet in this discourse, he hath strengthened the hands of wicked men, that is, though Job in his Conversation or carriage of his life hath not, yet in this discourse, he hath strengthened the hands of wicked men, cst vbz, cs n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vhz xx, av p-acp d n1, pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f j n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17008 or confirmed them in their opinion, speaking so much of the heavy pressures of God upon him, or confirmed them in their opinion, speaking so much of the heavy pressures of God upon him, cc vvd pno32 p-acp po32 n1, vvg av d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17009 and desiring to often to come to a hearing, as if he had some wrong done him. and desiring to often to come to a hearing, as if he had Some wrong done him. cc vvg p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg, c-acp cs pns31 vhd d n-jn vdn pno31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17010 We are not to understand these words of Elihu, Because of his answers for wicked men; We Are not to understand these words of Elihu, Because of his answers for wicked men; pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17011 As if he charged Job to doe so directly, or as if he had formally taken upon him to plead or advocate the cause of wicked men; As if he charged Job to do so directly, or as if he had formally taken upon him to plead or advocate the cause of wicked men; c-acp cs pns31 vvd np1 pc-acp vdi av av-j, cc c-acp cs pns31 vhd av-j vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc n1 dt n1 pp-f j n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17014 but his meaning is, he hath spoken such things as in common apprehension seeme to comply with the opinions of wicked men; but his meaning is, he hath spoken such things as in Common apprehension seem to comply with the opinions of wicked men; cc-acp po31 n1 vbz, pns31 vhz vvn d n2 c-acp p-acp j n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17015 or with the speeches which they use when they are (like him) in a troubled condition. or with the Speeches which they use when they Are (like him) in a troubled condition. cc p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb c-crq pns32 vbr (av-j pno31) p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2791 Page 854
17016 Or againe, Because of his answers for wicked men; Or again, Because of his answers for wicked men; cc av, c-acp pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2792 Page 854
17017 that is, that he may acknowledge the answers he hath given, are not such as doe become a godly man, that is, that he may acknowledge the answers he hath given, Are not such as do become a godly man, cst vbz, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pns31 vhz vvn, vbr xx d c-acp vdb vvi dt j n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2792 Page 854
17018 but rather savour of such a spirit as unbroken proud persons hold forth in the time of their affliction; but rather savour of such a Spirit as unbroken proud Persons hold forth in the time of their affliction; cc-acp av-c vvb pp-f d dt n1 c-acp j j n2 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2792 Page 854
17019 who are never pleased with, but alwayes complaining at divine dispensations. Lastly, These words, Because of his answers for wicked men, may, possibly, have this sence; who Are never pleased with, but always complaining At divine dispensations. Lastly, These words, Because of his answers for wicked men, may, possibly, have this sense; r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp, cc-acp av vvg p-acp j-jn n2. ord, d n2, c-acp pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n2, vmb, av-j, vhb d n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2792 Page 854
17020 Because he hath spoken such things as may serve the turne of wicked men for answers, Because he hath spoken such things as may serve the turn of wicked men for answers, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn d n2 c-acp vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2793 Page 854
17021 or, as if he would instruct them what to answer, when at any time they are under the hand of God. or, as if he would instruct them what to answer, when At any time they Are under the hand of God. cc, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32 r-crq pc-acp vvi, c-crq p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2793 Page 854
17022 He may be sayd to answer for another man, who any way prompts him how or what to answer. He may be said to answer for Another man, who any Way prompts him how or what to answer. pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n1, r-crq d n1 vvz pno31 c-crq cc r-crq pc-acp vvi. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2793 Page 854
17023 And while a good man speakes amisse, in any case, he teacheth, yea and encourageth bad men to speake so too. And while a good man speaks amiss, in any case, he Teaches, yea and Encourageth bad men to speak so too. cc cs dt j n1 vvz av, p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz, uh cc vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi av av. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2793 Page 854
17024 Yet I rather incline to the first interpretation, that Elihu would have Job tryed, because his answers were such as it might be judged he had taken wicked men for his patterne in giving them, Yet I rather incline to the First Interpretation, that Elihu would have Job tried, Because his answers were such as it might be judged he had taken wicked men for his pattern in giving them, av pns11 av-c vvb p-acp dt ord n1, cst np1 vmd vhi n1 vvn, c-acp po31 n2 vbdr d c-acp pn31 vmd vbi vvn pns31 vhd vvn j n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg pno32, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2793 Page 855
17025 and not as if in them he had given a patterne to wicked men. Hence note. and not as if in them he had given a pattern to wicked men. Hence note. cc xx c-acp cs p-acp pno32 pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp j n2. av vvi. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2793 Page 855
17026 First, A good man may sometimes act the part of a wicked man, or he may speak like wicked men, First, A good man may sometime act the part of a wicked man, or he may speak like wicked men, ord, dt j n1 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi av-j j n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2794 Page 855
17027 as if he were one of them. as if he were one of them. c-acp cs pns31 vbdr crd pp-f pno32. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2794 Page 855
17028 Though his state be as different from the state of wicked men, as light is from darknesse, Though his state be as different from the state of wicked men, as Light is from darkness, cs po31 n1 vbb a-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp n1 vbz p-acp n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17029 or as sweet from soure, or white from black, yet as to some actions or speeches, he may beare a resemblance to them. or as sweet from sour, or white from black, yet as to Some actions or Speeches, he may bear a resemblance to them. cc p-acp j p-acp j, cc j-jn p-acp j-jn, av c-acp p-acp d n2 cc n2, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17030 Good men and bad men doe, as I may say, enter-common in many things; Good men and bad men do, as I may say, enter-common in many things; j n2 cc j n2 vdb, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, j p-acp d n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17031 a wicked man whose heart is nought, who is yet in an unregenerate estate (for I meane not by a wicked man, him only that is flagitious, a murderer, a whoremonger, a drunkard, a wicked man whose heart is nought, who is yet in an unregenerate estate (for I mean not by a wicked man, him only that is flagitious, a murderer, a whoremonger, a drunkard, dt j n1 rg-crq n1 vbz pix, r-crq vbz av p-acp dt j n1 (c-acp pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt j n1, pno31 av-j cst vbz j, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17032 but a wicked man is any one that is unregenerate, whose heart is not yet changed; but a wicked man is any one that is unregenerate, whose heart is not yet changed; cc-acp dt j n1 vbz d pi cst vbz j, rg-crq n1 vbz xx av vvn; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17033 Now I say, a wicked man) may speak and doe many things like a godly man; Now I say, a wicked man) may speak and do many things like a godly man; av pns11 vvb, dt j n1) vmb vvi cc vdb d n2 av-j dt j n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17034 he may heare the word, and pray, and performe outward duties, which are like and are (take them materially) the same which godly men performe. he may hear the word, and pray, and perform outward duties, which Are like and Are (take them materially) the same which godly men perform. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvb, cc vvi j n2, r-crq vbr j cc vbr (vvb pno32 av-jn) dt d r-crq j n2 vvi. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17035 Thus he enter-commons with godly men; Thus he enter-commons with godly men; av pns31 n2 p-acp j n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17100 and rebelled against the Lord, and lightly regarded the rock of his salvation. and rebelled against the Lord, and lightly regarded the rock of his salvation. cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cc av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2805 Page 858
17036 and this is the case of all hypocrites, who make a pretence of religion, when they have no acquaintance with the power of it. and this is the case of all Hypocrites, who make a pretence of Religion, when they have no acquaintance with the power of it. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17037 And thus through temptation, and in some very burthensome afflictions a godly man may speak as a wicked man; And thus through temptation, and in Some very burdensome afflictions a godly man may speak as a wicked man; cc av p-acp n1, cc p-acp d j j n2 dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17038 such hasty rash provoking speeches may passe from him as proceed from the ungodly, only here is the difference, those evill speeches or actions proceed from the state of the one, such hasty rash provoking Speeches may pass from him as proceed from the ungodly, only Here is the difference, those evil Speeches or actions proceed from the state of the one, d j j j-vvg n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp vvi p-acp dt j, av-j av vbz dt n1, d j-jn n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17039 and only from the temptation of the other. Secondly; From the phrase or forme of speech, in which the originall expresseth wicked men; and only from the temptation of the other. Secondly; From the phrase or Form of speech, in which the original Expresses wicked men; cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. ord; p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n-jn vvz j n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2795 Page 855
17040 The words are, Men of wickedness, or iniquity; As if it had been sayd, the worst of wicked men. The words Are, Men of wickedness, or iniquity; As if it had been said, the worst of wicked men. dt n2 vbr, n2 pp-f n1, cc n1; c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn, dt js pp-f j n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 855
17041 This shews us what man naturally is; he is a man of wickedness; nothing but wickedness, altogether wicked. This shows us what man naturally is; he is a man of wickedness; nothing but wickedness, altogether wicked. np1 vvz pno12 r-crq n1 av-j vbz; pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; pix cc-acp n1, av j. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 855
17042 The Lord looking downe from heaven upon all the children of men (in a state of nature•) sayd, There is not one that doth good, no not one. The Lord looking down from heaven upon all the children of men (in a state of nature•) said, There is not one that does good, no not one. dt n1 vvg a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) vvd, pc-acp vbz xx pi cst vdz j, uh-dx xx crd. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 855
17043 Take any wicked man he hath no good in him, no not one good thought in him; Take any wicked man he hath no good in him, no not one good Thought in him; vvb d j n1 pns31 vhz dx j p-acp pno31, uh-dx xx crd j n1 p-acp pno31; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 855
17044 he is a man of Iniquity, he is meere wickedness, till he be changed, till his heart be broken by Godly sorrow, till he be united unto Christ by faith, and through the Spirit. he is a man of Iniquity, he is mere wickedness, till he be changed, till his heart be broken by Godly sorrow, till he be united unto christ by faith, and through the Spirit. pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz j n1, c-acp pns31 vbb vvn, c-acp po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp j n1, c-acp pns31 vbb vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 855
17045 I know this expression is used severall times in Scripture, to note those men who are sinners of the first forme, being not only sinners in their state, I know this expression is used several times in Scripture, to note those men who Are Sinners of the First Form, being not only Sinners in their state, pns11 vvb d n1 vbz vvn j n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt ord n1, vbg xx av-j n2 p-acp po32 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 856
17046 but in the highest degree of activity. but in the highest degree of activity. cc-acp p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 856
17047 Thus Antichrist is called, The man of sin (2 Thes: 2.) And when the Prophet saith ( Isa: 55.7.) Let the man of iniquity turne from his evill way; Thus Antichrist is called, The man of since (2 These: 2.) And when the Prophet Says (Isaiah: 55.7.) Let the man of iniquity turn from his evil Way; av np1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1 (crd d: crd) cc c-crq dt n1 vvz (np1: crd.) vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 856
17048 he meanes the worst of men. he means the worst of men. pns31 vvz dt js pp-f n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 856
17049 Yet this is a truth, every man in an unconverted estate is a man of iniquity; Yet this is a truth, every man in an unconverted estate is a man of iniquity; av d vbz dt n1, d n1 p-acp dt vvn n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 856
17050 he hath no goodness, nothing of God in him, he bears only the Image and impresse of the devill upon him. he hath no Goodness, nothing of God in him, he bears only the Image and Impress of the Devil upon him. pns31 vhz dx n1, pix pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz av-j dt n1 cc vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 856
17051 Christ told the Pharisees, who were high in reputation with the world for good men ( John 8.44.) Ye are of your father the devill, christ told the Pharisees, who were high in reputation with the world for good men (John 8.44.) You Are of your father the Devil, np1 vvd dt np2, r-crq vbdr j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2 (np1 crd.) pn22 vbr pp-f po22 n1 dt n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 856
17052 and the lusts of your father ye will doe. The naturall man is so sinfull, that he is meerly sin. and the Lustiest of your father you will do. The natural man is so sinful, that he is merely since. cc dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 pn22 vmb vdi. dt j n1 vbz av j, cst pns31 vbz av-j n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 856
17053 And sometimes a godly man speakes and doth as if he were so too. Job spake like men of Iniquity. And sometime a godly man speaks and does as if he were so too. Job spoke like men of Iniquity. cc av dt j n1 vvz cc vdz c-acp cs pns31 vbdr av av. np1 vvd av-j n2 pp-f n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2796 Page 856
17054 Elihu proceedeth more fully to declare both the reason why he would have Job further tryed, Elihu Proceedeth more Fully to declare both the reason why he would have Job further tried, np1 vvz av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi d dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi n1 av-jc vvn, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2797 Page 856
17055 and likewise what he meant by his answers for wicked men. Vers. 37. For he addeth rebellion (or trespass) to his sin. and likewise what he meant by his answers for wicked men. Vers. 37. For he adds rebellion (or trespass) to his since. cc av q-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp j n2. np1 crd c-acp pns31 vvz n1 (cc n1) p-acp po31 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2797 Page 856
17056 Here are two words, sin and rebellion; the first which we render sin, signifies sin in common; Here Are two words, sin and rebellion; the First which we render sin, signifies since in Common; av vbr crd n2, vvb cc n1; dt ord r-crq pns12 vvb vvi, vvz n1 p-acp j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17057 the least transgression of the Law it is sin; the least Transgression of the Law it is since; dt ds n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17058 the least vaine thought of the heart, the least idle word of the tongue is sin; the least vain Thought of the heart, the least idle word of the tongue is since; dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17059 but every sin is not rebellion; that hath many speciall markes or brands rather upon it. but every since is not rebellion; that hath many special marks or brands rather upon it. cc-acp d n1 vbz xx n1; cst vhz d j n2 cc n2 av-c p-acp pn31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17060 To rebell is to sin with a high hand, to rebell is to sin with a stiff neck, to rebell is to sin with obstinacy and resolvedness of will; To rebel is to sin with a high hand, to rebel is to sin with a stiff neck, to rebel is to sin with obstinacy and resolvedness of will; p-acp n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17061 he addeth rebellion to his sin. he adds rebellion to his since. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17062 But did Job rebell indeed? I conceive the rebellion which Elihu chargeth Job with, is not rebellion in a strict but in a qualified and comparative sense; As if he had said; But did Job rebel indeed? I conceive the rebellion which Elihu charges Job with, is not rebellion in a strict but in a qualified and comparative sense; As if he had said; cc-acp vdd np1 vvi av? pns11 vvb dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz n1 p-acp, vbz xx n1 p-acp dt j cc-acp p-acp dt vvn cc j n1; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17063 Job sinned before, but now his sin is heightened, we see him now (in words) rising up against God, complaining of his justice, Job sinned before, but now his since is heightened, we see him now (in words) rising up against God, complaining of his Justice, n1 vvn a-acp, cc-acp av po31 n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vvb pno31 av (p-acp n2) vvg a-acp p-acp np1, vvg pp-f po31 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17064 or as if he had dealt unjustly with him. or as if he had dealt unjustly with him. cc c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn av-j p-acp pno31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17065 What he did in the time of his prosperity, those slips & falls which he had then, weighed nothing as laid in the ballance with the intemperate speeches which he hath uttered in the day of his trouble. What he did in the time of his Prosperity, those slips & falls which he had then, weighed nothing as laid in the balance with the intemperate Speeches which he hath uttered in the day of his trouble. r-crq pns31 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, d n2 cc vvz r-crq pns31 vhd av, vvd pix p-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17066 He addeth rebellion unto his sin. So we render as respecting what he was and had done before. He adds rebellion unto his since. So we render as respecting what he was and had done before. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1. av pns12 vvb p-acp vvg r-crq pns31 vbds cc vhd vdn a-acp. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17067 Others render it potentially not indicatively; Others render it potentially not indicatively; ng2-jn vvb pn31 av-j xx av-j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17068 Let Job be tryed unto the end, because of his answers for wicked men, for otherwise he may adde rebellion to his sin; Let Job be tried unto the end, Because of his answers for wicked men, for otherwise he may add rebellion to his since; vvb np1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n2, c-acp av pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17069 we know not whether his corruptions may carry him if suffered to goe onne. we know not whither his corruptions may carry him if suffered to go onne. pns12 vvb xx cs po31 n2 vmb vvi pno31 cs vvd pc-acp vvi n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 856
17070 This is a more favourable reading of the text, not as a charge of naturall but feared rebellion against God; This is a more favourable reading of the text, not as a charge of natural but feared rebellion against God; d vbz dt av-dc j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f j p-acp j-vvn n1 p-acp np1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 857
17071 As if he had sayd, I see the mans spirit is so entangled, that if he be not well and wisely dealt with, possibly he may come to adde even rebellion unto his sin; As if he had said, I see the men Spirit is so entangled, that if he be not well and wisely dealt with, possibly he may come to add even rebellion unto his since; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb dt ng1 n1 vbz av vvn, cst cs pns31 vbb xx av cc av-j vvn p-acp, av-j pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av n1 p-acp po31 n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 857
17072 and whereas he sinned before out of ignorance or imprudence, he may shortly sin out of contumacy and perverseness. Hence Note. and whereas he sinned before out of ignorance or imprudence, he may shortly sin out of contumacy and perverseness. Hence Note. cc cs pns31 vvd a-acp av pp-f n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb av-j vvi av pp-f n1 cc n1. av n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2798 Page 857
17073 First, There are sins of severall degrees. First, There Are Sins of several Degrees. ord, pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f j n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2799 Page 857
17074 Every man sinneth, he that saith he hath no sin, or doth not sin, there is no truth in him (1 John 1.8.) But every mans sin is not rebellion, every man doth not rise up to that height and degree of sinning. Every man Sinneth, he that Says he hath no since, or does not since, there is no truth in him (1 John 1.8.) But every men since is not rebellion, every man does not rise up to that height and degree of sinning. d n1 vvz, pns31 cst vvz pns31 vhz dx n1, cc vdz xx n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31 (vvd np1 crd.) p-acp d ng1 n1 vbz xx n1, d n1 vdz xx vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2800 Page 857
17075 If any shall enquire, when is a mans sin rebellion? I answer. First, That mans sin grows to be rebellion, whose will is much in it. He that will sin rebells. If any shall inquire, when is a men since rebellion? I answer. First, That men since grows to be rebellion, whose will is much in it. He that will sin rebels. cs d vmb vvi, q-crq vbz dt ng1 n1 n1? pns11 vvb. ord, cst ng1 n1 vvz pc-acp vbi n1, rg-crq n1 vbz av-d p-acp pn31. pns31 cst vmb vvi n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2800 Page 857
17076 The Apostle Paul saith ( Rom: 7.19.) The evill which I would not, that I doe. The Apostle Paul Says (Rom: 7.19.) The evil which I would not, that I do. dt n1 np1 vvz (np1: crd.) dt n-jn r-crq pns11 vmd xx, cst pns11 vdb. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2801 Page 857
17077 This is the case of every godly man at his best, he doth those evills which he would not; This is the case of every godly man At his best, he does those evils which he would not; d vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp po31 js, pns31 vdz d n2-jn r-crq pns31 vmd xx; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2801 Page 857
17078 this is not rebellion, because the will of a godly man is changed and turned off from sin; this is not rebellion, Because the will of a godly man is changed and turned off from since; d vbz xx n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2801 Page 857
17079 he can say, the evill which I would not doe, that doe I. Rebellion is the doing of that evill which we would. he can say, the evil which I would not do, that do I. Rebellion is the doing of that evil which we would. pns31 vmb vvi, dt n-jn r-crq pns11 vmd xx vdi, cst vdb pns11. n1 vbz dt vdg pp-f d n-jn r-crq pns12 vmd. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2801 Page 857
17080 Secondly, In rebellion, or in rebellious acts of sin, there is much of the understanding as well as of the will; Secondly, In rebellion, or in rebellious acts of since, there is much of the understanding as well as of the will; ord, p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz d pp-f dt n1 c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2802 Page 857
17081 that is, a man seeth cleerely what he doth is sin, or that the rule is against him; that is, a man sees clearly what he does is since, or that the Rule is against him; d vbz, dt n1 vvz av-j r-crq pns31 vdz vbz n1, cc cst dt n1 vbz p-acp pno31; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2802 Page 857
17082 to rebell is to sin against the light. to rebel is to sin against the Light. pc-acp vvi vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2802 Page 857
17083 It is sayd in the 24th Chapter of this booke, The wicked are of them that rebell against the light; It is said in the 24th Chapter of this book, The wicked Are of them that rebel against the Light; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, dt j vbr pp-f pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2802 Page 857
17084 that is, they cannot abide the light; he means it there of the naturall light; the adulterer and the thiefe cannot indure Sun or day-light: that is, they cannot abide the Light; he means it there of the natural Light; the adulterer and the thief cannot endure Sun or daylight: cst vbz, pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1; pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp pp-f dt j n1; dt n1 cc dt n1 vmbx vvi n1 cc n1: (37) chapter (DIV2) 2802 Page 857
17085 it is much more true of mysticall light, if he hath any light of knowledge, he resists and rebells against it. it is much more true of mystical Light, if he hath any Light of knowledge, he resists and rebels against it. pn31 vbz d dc j pp-f j n1, cs pns31 vhz d n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz cc n2 p-acp pn31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2802 Page 857
17086 Its great rebellion to resist the receiving of light offered, but 'tis greater rebellion to resist light received; Its great rebellion to resist the receiving of Light offered, but it's greater rebellion to resist Light received; po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f n1 vvn, cc-acp pn31|vbz jc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 vvn; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2802 Page 857
17087 sins against knowledge are rebellious sins. Thirdly, A rebellious sin is a sin against reproofe, admonition and warning; Sins against knowledge Are rebellious Sins. Thirdly, A rebellious since is a since against reproof, admonition and warning; n2 p-acp n1 vbr j n2. ord, dt j n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2802 Page 857
17088 when we have been often told of such a sin, and admonished of such an evill course, when we have been often told of such a since, and admonished of such an evil course, c-crq pns12 vhb vbn av vvn pp-f d dt n1, cc vvn pp-f d dt j-jn n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2803 Page 857
17089 and yet we will goe on in it, here is rebellion; and yet we will go on in it, Here is rebellion; cc av pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pn31, av vbz n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2803 Page 857
17090 such a man hath not only light in his understanding, that what he doth is sinfull, such a man hath not only Light in his understanding, that what he does is sinful, d dt n1 vhz xx av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1, cst r-crq pns31 vdz vbz j, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2803 Page 857
17091 but this light hath been brought home to him and wrought upon him by reproofe, counsell, and admonition; here is still greater rebellion. but this Light hath been brought home to him and wrought upon him by reproof, counsel, and admonition; Here is still greater rebellion. cc-acp d n1 vhz vbn vvn av-an p-acp pno31 cc vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; av vbz av jc n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2803 Page 858
17092 Therefore in the proceeding of the Church, spoken of ( Math: 18.) when an offending brother hath been reproved and told of his fault, Therefore in the proceeding of the Church, spoken of (Math: 18.) when an offending brother hath been reproved and told of his fault, av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vvn pp-f (np1: crd) c-crq dt j-vvg n1 vhz vbn vvn cc vvn pp-f po31 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2803 Page 858
17093 first in p•ivate by a particular brother, then by two or three, then by the whole Church; First in p•ivate by a particular brother, then by two or three, then by the Whole Church; ord p-acp j p-acp dt j n1, av p-acp crd cc crd, av p-acp dt j-jn n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2803 Page 858
17094 if after all these admonitions and reproofes, he doth not repent, he is to be cast out as a rebel, if After all these admonitions and reproofs, he does not Repent, he is to be cast out as a rebel, cs p-acp d d n2 cc n2, pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2803 Page 858
17095 and accounted as a heathen or a publican. and accounted as a heathen or a publican. cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn cc dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2803 Page 858
17096 Lastly, As 'tis rebellion when we sin as against the reproofes of man, so against the providences of God; and those of two sorts. Lastly, As it's rebellion when we sin as against the reproofs of man, so against the providences of God; and those of two sorts. ord, c-acp pn31|vbz n1 c-crq pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; cc d pp-f crd n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2804 Page 858
17097 First, When we sin against the favourable providences of God, I meane those which are outward; First, When we sin against the favourable providences of God, I mean those which Are outward; ord, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb d r-crq vbr j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2805 Page 858
17098 when God bestows many mercies and comforts upon us, when he gives us health and riches in the world, when God bestows many Mercies and comforts upon us, when he gives us health and riches in the world, c-crq np1 vvz d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2805 Page 858
17099 and fullnesse of all things, then to sin against him is rebellion. ( Deut: 32.15.) Jesurun waxed fat and kicked, and fullness of all things, then to sin against him is rebellion. (Deuteronomy: 32.15.) Jeshurun waxed fat and Kicked, cc n1 pp-f d n2, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 vbz n1. (j: crd.) np1 vvd j cc vvn, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2805 Page 858
17101 When we have received many and great mercies, then to grow vaine and wanton, and nourish our selves as in the day of slaughter, this is rebellion against God. When we have received many and great Mercies, then to grow vain and wanton, and nourish our selves as in the day of slaughter, this is rebellion against God. c-crq pns12 vhb vvn d cc j n2, cs pc-acp vvi j cc j-jn, cc vvb po12 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d vbz n1 p-acp np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2805 Page 858
17102 Secondly, When the providences of God have broken us by this evill or that evill, Secondly, When the providences of God have broken us by this evil or that evil, ord, c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb vvn pno12 p-acp d j-jn cc d j-jn, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2806 Page 858
17103 when we are broken in our estates, broken in our names, broken in our relations, broken with sickness after sickness, when we Are broken in our estates, broken in our names, broken in our relations, broken with sickness After sickness, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2, vvn p-acp po12 n2, vvn p-acp po12 n2, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2806 Page 858
17104 and yet persist in a sinfull way, this is rebellion, this is sin in the very height of it. and yet persist in a sinful Way, this is rebellion, this is since in the very height of it. cc av vvb p-acp dt j n1, d vbz n1, d vbz n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2806 Page 858
17105 This was the rebellion of Ahaz (2 Chron: 28.22.) Who in the time of his distresse, trespassed yet more against the Lord. This was the rebellion of Ahaz (2 Chronicles: 28.22.) Who in the time of his distress, trespassed yet more against the Lord. d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 (crd n1: crd.) r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvn av av-dc p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2806 Page 858
17106 And this was the rebellion of Judah (Isa: 1.5.) Why should ye be strieken any more? ye will revolt more and more. Take heed of this; And this was the rebellion of Judah (Isaiah: 1.5.) Why should you be strieken any more? you will revolt more and more. Take heed of this; cc d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1: crd.) q-crq vmd pn22 vbi vvi d dc? pn22 vmb vvi av-dc cc av-dc. vvb n1 pp-f d; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2806 Page 858
17107 'tis too much that we sin at all, let us not be found adding rebellion to our sin. it's too much that we sin At all, let us not be found adding rebellion to our since. pn31|vbz av av-d cst pns12 vvb p-acp d, vvb pno12 xx vbi vvn vvg n1 p-acp po12 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2806 Page 858
17108 I may say these two things concerning the habit or any act of sin. First, It is a burthen to a Godly man; I may say these two things Concerning the habit or any act of since. First, It is a burden to a Godly man; pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2 vvg dt n1 cc d n1 pp-f n1. ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2806 Page 858
17109 O wretched man that I am (sayd Paul) who shall deliver me from this body of death? O wretched man that I am (said Paul) who shall deliver me from this body of death? sy j n1 cst pns11 vbm (vvd np1) r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1? (37) chapter (DIV2) 2807 Page 858
17110 Secondly, As it is a Godly mans burthen when he sins, so it is his care and study not to sin; Secondly, As it is a Godly men burden when he Sins, so it is his care and study not to sin; ord, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j ng1 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, av pn31 vbz po31 n1 cc vvb xx pc-acp vvi; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 858
17111 he would not sin at all; he watcheth himselfe that he may not sin in the least degree. he would not sin At all; he watches himself that he may not sin in the least degree. pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp d; pns31 vvz px31 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt ds n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 858
17112 That was the Apostle Johns desire and care for all the Churches (1 John. 2.1.) My little children, these things I write unto you, that ye sin not. That was the Apostle Johns desire and care for all the Churches (1 John. 2.1.) My little children, these things I write unto you, that you sin not. cst vbds dt n1 np1 n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n2 (crd np1 crd.) po11 j n2, d n2 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vvb xx. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 858
17113 I would have you watch over your hearts and wayes so narrowly, that no sin might slip you; I would have you watch over your hearts and ways so narrowly, that no since might slip you; pns11 vmd vhi pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2 cc n2 av av-j, cst dx n1 vmd vvi pn22; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17114 that ye might not have a wrong thought, nor speake an idle word; how much more should we take heed, that we adde not rebellion to our sin. that you might not have a wrong Thought, nor speak an idle word; how much more should we take heed, that we add not rebellion to our since. d pn22 vmd xx vhi dt j-jn n1, ccx vvi dt j n1; c-crq d dc vmd pns12 vvi n1, cst pns12 vvb xx n1 p-acp po12 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17115 There is somewhat of rebellion in every sin, even in the sins of good men; but 'tis sad when they adde rebellion to their sin. There is somewhat of rebellion in every since, even in the Sins of good men; but it's sad when they add rebellion to their since. pc-acp vbz av pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2; cc-acp pn31|vbz j c-crq pns32 vvb n1 p-acp po32 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17116 Samuel gives a dreadfull description of that sin which is rebellion (1 Sam: 15.23.) Rebellion is as the sin of witch-craft, Samuel gives a dreadful description of that since which is rebellion (1 Sam: 15.23.) Rebellion is as the since of witchcraft, np1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz n1 (vvd np1: crd.) n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17117 and stubbornness is as Iniquity and Idolatry. Witch-craft is that sin wherein men have much converse and compliance with the devill; and stubbornness is as Iniquity and Idolatry. Witchcraft is that since wherein men have much converse and compliance with the Devil; cc n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1. n1 vbz d n1 c-crq n2 vhb d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17118 The devill and the witch, or the devill and the Diviner (as our Margin hath it) act as loving companions; The Devil and the witch, or the Devil and the Diviner (as our Margin hath it) act as loving Sodales; dt n1 cc dt n1, cc dt n1 cc dt jc-jn (p-acp po12 n1 vhz pn31) n1 p-acp j-vvg n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17119 they have mutual converse, yea commerse, they trade together. they have mutual converse, yea commerse, they trade together. pns32 vhb j n1, uh n1, pns32 vvb av. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17120 Rebellion is that sin, or we sin rebelliously, when we declare our selves most averse to God. Rebellion is that since, or we sin rebelliously, when we declare our selves most averse to God. n1 vbz d n1, cc pns12 vvb av-j, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 av-ds j p-acp np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17121 The witch declares himselfe a friend to the devill; the rebellious soule defieth and despiseth God; The witch declares himself a friend to the Devil; the rebellious soul defieth and despises God; dt n1 vvz px31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1; dt j n1 vvz cc vvz np1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17122 now those sins that have most compliance with the devill, and most defiance against God, are put together; now those Sins that have most compliance with the Devil, and most defiance against God, Are put together; av d n2 cst vhb ds n1 p-acp dt n1, cc ds n1 p-acp np1, vbr vvn av; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17123 if a man doth much set himselfe to oppose God, by sinning against light, against reproofes, if a man does much Set himself to oppose God, by sinning against Light, against reproofs, cs dt n1 vdz d vvi px31 pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp vvg p-acp n1, p-acp n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17124 and against providences, whether the gracious or afflicting providences of God (If a man (I say) rebell thus against God) it is like the sin of witch-craft, which is compliance and converse with the devill. and against providences, whither the gracious or afflicting providences of God (If a man (I say) rebel thus against God) it is like the since of witchcraft, which is compliance and converse with the Devil. cc p-acp n2, cs dt j cc vvg n2 pp-f np1 (cs dt n1 (pns11 vvb) vvi av p-acp np1) pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17125 Here is an extreame on the one side, and an extreame on the other side, Here is an extreme on the one side, and an extreme on the other side, av vbz dt j-jn p-acp dt crd n1, cc dt j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17126 yet both meete, rebellion is as the sin of witch-craft, and stubbornness is as Iniquity and Idolatry. These latter words are exegaticall; yet both meet, rebellion is as the since of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as Iniquity and Idolatry. These latter words Are exegaticall; av av-d vvi, n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1. d d n2 vbr j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17127 stubbornness (that is, when a man is stout and will goe on his way) is as Iniquity and Idolatry. stubbornness (that is, when a man is stout and will go on his Way) is as Iniquity and Idolatry. n1 (cst vbz, c-crq dt n1 vbz j cc vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1) vbz p-acp n1 cc n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17128 We may consider a great elegancy in those words; We may Consider a great elegancy in those words; pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17129 Stubbornness is as Idolatry. What is Idolatry? it is worshipping or giving honour to a false god, which is indeed worshipping the devill; all Idolatry is devill-worship; Stubbornness is as Idolatry. What is Idolatry? it is worshipping or giving honour to a false god, which is indeed worshipping the Devil; all Idolatry is devill-worship; n1 vbz p-acp n1. q-crq vbz n1? pn31 vbz vvg cc vvg n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz av vvg dt n1; d n1 vbz n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17130 the witch worshippeth the devill intentionally, and so doth the Idolater, though he intend it not (1 Cor: 10.20.) The things which the Gentiles sacrifice, they sacrifice to devills and not to God. the witch Worshippeth the Devil intentionally, and so does the Idolater, though he intend it not (1 Cor: 10.20.) The things which the Gentiles sacrifice, they sacrifice to Devils and not to God. dt n1 vvz dt n1 av-j, cc av vdz dt n1, cs pns31 vvb pn31 xx (vvd np1: crd.) dt n2 r-crq dt n2-j n1, pns32 vvb p-acp n2 cc xx p-acp np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17131 I doe not say, every error or fayling in worship is devill-worship, but that which is Idolatry indeed, I do not say, every error or failing in worship is devill-worship, but that which is Idolatry indeed, pns11 vdb xx vvi, d n1 cc vvg p-acp n1 vbz n1, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz n1 av, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17132 or the setting up of a worship of our owne devising is Idolatry, and devill-worship. Thus stubbornness is as Idolatry, and rebellion is as witch-craft. or the setting up of a worship of our own devising is Idolatry, and devill-worship. Thus stubbornness is as Idolatry, and rebellion is as witchcraft. cc dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 d vvg vbz n1, cc n1. av n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc n1 vbz p-acp n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17133 What is witch-craft? compliance with the devill. What is Idolatry? devill-worship, a falling downe to the devill. What is witchcraft? compliance with the Devil. What is Idolatry? devill-worship, a falling down to the Devil. q-crq vbz n1? n1 p-acp dt n1. q-crq vbz n1? n1, dt vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17134 Let the wicked consider what they doe when they rebell; Let the wicked Consider what they do when they rebel; vvb dt j vvb r-crq pns32 vdb c-crq pns32 vvb; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 859
17135 and let the people of God take heed of any sin, or way of sinning, which may be accounted rebellion. and let the people of God take heed of any since, or Way of sinning, which may be accounted rebellion. cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 pp-f vvg, r-crq vmb vbi vvn n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 860
17136 To sin with much will against much light, against many reproofs from men, and against the reproving, To since with much will against much Light, against many reproofs from men, and against the reproving, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp n2, cc p-acp dt vvg, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 860
17137 or against the inviting providences of God, hath rebellion in it; He addeth rebellion to his sin. or against the inviting providences of God, hath rebellion in it; He adds rebellion to his since. cc p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f np1, vhz n1 p-acp pn31; pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2808 Page 860
17138 Secondly, Taking the words in the mildest sence, Note. Secondly, Taking the words in the Mildest sense, Note. ord, vvg dt n2 p-acp dt js n1, n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2809 Page 860
17139 Sometimes a good man may goe backward, he may be worse and worse, and doe worse and worse. Sometime a good man may go backward, he may be Worse and Worse, and do Worse and Worse. av dt j n1 vmb vvi av-j, pns31 vmb vbi jc cc av-jc, cc vdb av-jc cc av-jc. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2810 Page 860
17140 We should be alwayes growing in grace, that's the condition of believers and their duty, We should be always growing in grace, that's the condition of believers and their duty, pns12 vmd vbi av vvg p-acp n1, d|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc po32 n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2811 Page 860
17141 yet under some dispensations they may decline for a time and grow worse and worse, adding that which is like rebellion to their sin. yet under Some dispensations they may decline for a time and grow Worse and Worse, adding that which is like rebellion to their since. av p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvb av-jc cc av-jc, vvg d r-crq vbz av-j n1 p-acp po32 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2811 Page 860
17142 Thirdly, If we consider these words in connection with the former; Thirdly, If we Consider these words in connection with the former; ord, cs pns12 vvb d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2812 Page 860
17143 Elihu having prayed for further tryall upon Job, as fearing, that else he might adde rebellion to his sin. Note. Elihu having prayed for further trial upon Job, as fearing, that Else he might add rebellion to his since. Note. np1 vhg vvn p-acp jc n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg, cst av pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2812 Page 860
17144 He that is not throughly convinced and chastned, may quickly grow worse and worse. He may, or he will adde rebellion to his sin. He that is not thoroughly convinced and chastened, may quickly grow Worse and Worse. He may, or he will add rebellion to his since. pns31 cst vbz xx av-j vvn cc vvn, vmb av-j vvi av-jc cc av-jc. pns31 vmb, cc pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2813 Page 860
17145 I doe not know where a mans sin will end, if the Lord should let him alone. I do not know where a men since will end, if the Lord should let him alone. pns11 vdb xx vvi c-crq dt ng1 n1 vmb vvi, cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno31 av-j. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17146 'Tis a mercy that any man, especially that God hath a continuall inspection over us; It's a mercy that any man, especially that God hath a continual inspection over us; pn31|vbz dt n1 cst d n1, av-j cst np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp pno12; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17147 if some mens wayes were not tryed and questioned, they might adde rebellion to their sin; if Some men's ways were not tried and questioned, they might add rebellion to their since; cs d ng2 n2 vbdr xx vvn cc vvn, pns32 vmd vvi n1 p-acp po32 n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17148 who knows where they would stop? it is a mercy to have both words and actions examined by brethren and Churches, who knows where they would stop? it is a mercy to have both words and actions examined by brothers and Churches, r-crq vvz c-crq pns32 vmd vvi? pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vhi d n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17149 how sadly else would many wander, yea it is a mercy to be tryed by affliction. how sadly Else would many wander, yea it is a mercy to be tried by affliction. c-crq av-j av vmd d vvi, uh pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17150 When God keeps us from a foule way by building a wall against us, it is a mercy, else we might adde rebellion to sin. When God keeps us from a foul Way by building a wall against us, it is a mercy, Else we might add rebellion to since. c-crq np1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz dt n1, av pns12 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17151 No man knowes the measure of his owne evill heart, or what it would doe; No man knows the measure of his own evil heart, or what it would do; dx n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 d j-jn n1, cc r-crq pn31 vmd vdi; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17152 for though believers have a generall promise to be kept by the power of God to salvation; for though believers have a general promise to be kept by the power of God to salvation; c-acp cs n2 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17153 yet how lamentably have good men ••llen, though kept from falling away? Elihu aggravates this yet further by the example of Job in the latter and last part of the verse. yet how lamentably have good men ••llen, though kept from falling away? Elihu aggravates this yet further by the Exampl of Job in the latter and last part of the verse. av c-crq av-j vhb j n2 vvn, cs vvn p-acp vvg av? np1 vvz d av av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt d cc vvi n1 pp-f dt n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17154 He clappeth his hands amongst us, and multiplieth his words against God. He clappeth his hands, or, maketh a noyse amongst us, as Mr Broughton reads it; He clappeth his hands among us, and multiplieth his words against God. He clappeth his hands, or, makes a noise among us, as Mr Broughton reads it; pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno12, cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp np1. pns31 vvz po31 n2, cc, vvz dt n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2814 Page 860
17155 clapping of the hands in Scripture hath a three-fold signification. First, It implyeth passion or sorrow. clapping of the hands in Scripture hath a threefold signification. First, It Implies passion or sorrow. vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1 vhz dt j n1. ord, pn31 vvz n1 cc n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2815 Page 861
17156 A man under affliction claps or wrings his hands for griefe. Both those gestures are of the same significancy. A man under affliction claps or wrings his hands for grief. Both those gestures Are of the same significancy. dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp n1. av-d d n2 vbr pp-f dt d n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2816 Page 861
17157 Secondly, There is a clapping of the hands with indignation; when we are very angry, then we clap our hands. Secondly, There is a clapping of the hands with Indignation; when we Are very angry, then we clap our hands. ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1; c-crq pns12 vbr av j, cs pns12 vvb po12 n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2817 Page 861
17158 Thirdly, There is a clapping of the hands for joy, or in a way of triumph; Thirdly, There is a clapping of the hands for joy, or in a Way of triumph; ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2818 Page 861
17159 when a man thinks he has conquered and got the day, he claps his hands, when a man thinks he has conquered and god the day, he claps his hands, c-crq dt n1 vvz pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd dt n1, pns31 vvz po31 n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2818 Page 861
17160 and so doe they who are on his side. ( Psal: 47.1.) O clap your hands (all ye people) shout unto God with the voyce of triumph. and so do they who Are on his side. (Psalm: 47.1.) Oh clap your hands (all the people) shout unto God with the voice of triumph. cc av vdb pns32 r-crq vbr p-acp po31 n1. (np1: crd.) uh vvb po22 n2 (d dt n1) vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2818 Page 861
17161 I conceive Elihu intends Job clapping his hands in this third sense; I conceive Elihu intends Job clapping his hands in this third sense; pns11 vvb np1 vvz n1 vvg po31 n2 p-acp d ord n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2818 Page 861
17162 he clappeth his hands amongst us, or insults over us, as if he had conquered and wonne the Garland; he clappeth his hands among us, or insults over us, as if he had conquered and won the Garland; pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno12, cc vvz p-acp pno12, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn dt n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2818 Page 861
17163 and therefore Elihu prayed that he might be further tryed. This is another aggravation of that ill frame which Elihu conceived Job to be in. and Therefore Elihu prayed that he might be further tried. This is Another aggravation of that ill frame which Elihu conceived Job to be in. cc av np1 vvd cst pns31 vmd vbi av-jc vvn. d vbz j-jn n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 r-crq np1 vvn np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2818 Page 861
17164 And indeed to clap our hands when we have done or spoken evill, is worse then the evill, which we have either done or spoken; And indeed to clap our hands when we have done or spoken evil, is Worse then the evil, which we have either done or spoken; cc av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vhb vdn cc vvn j-jn, vbz jc cs dt n-jn, r-crq pns12 vhb av-d vdn cc vvn; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2818 Page 861
17165 He clappeth his hands; And multiplieth his words ( or, may multiply words) against God. He clappeth his hands; And multiplieth his words (or, may multiply words) against God. pns31 vvz po31 n2; cc vvz po31 n2 (cc, vmb vvi n2) p-acp np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2818 Page 861
17166 Solomon saith ( Pro: 10.19.) in the multitude of words there doth not want sin; Solomon Says (Pro: 10.19.) in the multitude of words there does not want since; np1 vvz (np1: crd.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 a-acp vdz xx vvi n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2819 Page 861
17167 that is, there is store of sin in the multitude of words. They that will be speaking much, slip much. that is, there is store of since in the multitude of words. They that will be speaking much, slip much. cst vbz, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. pns32 cst vmb vbi vvg d, vvb d. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2819 Page 861
17168 Job (saith he) multiplyeth words against God. There is a multiplying of words against God two wayes; First, directly; Job (Says he) multiplieth words against God. There is a multiplying of words against God two ways; First, directly; np1 (vvz pns31) vvz n2 p-acp np1. pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp np1 crd n2; ord, av-j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2819 Page 861
17169 Secondly, by way of reflection or rebound; Secondly, by Way of reflection or rebound; ord, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2819 Page 861
17170 Elihu could not say, Job had spoken, nor could he presume he would speak one word, much lesse multiply words against God directly. Elihu could not say, Job had spoken, nor could he presume he would speak one word, much less multiply words against God directly. np1 vmd xx vvi, n1 vhd vvn, ccx vmd pns31 vvi pns31 vmd vvi crd n1, av-d av-dc vvi n2 p-acp np1 av-j. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2819 Page 861
17171 He knew Job was a godly man, but he asserts he had, or feared he might multiply words against God reflectively, that is, speak such words as might cast dishonour upon God, such words as God might take very ill at his hands, He knew Job was a godly man, but he asserts he had, or feared he might multiply words against God reflectively, that is, speak such words as might cast dishonour upon God, such words as God might take very ill At his hands, pns31 vvd np1 vbds dt j n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vhd, cc vvd pns31 vmd vvi n2 p-acp np1 av-j, cst vbz, vvb d n2 c-acp vmd vvi n1 p-acp np1, d n2 c-acp np1 vmd vvi av av-jn p-acp po31 n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2819 Page 861
17172 and interpret as spoken against himselfe. Hence note. and interpret as spoken against himself. Hence note. cc vvi c-acp vvn p-acp px31. av vvi. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2819 Page 861
17173 They who speake unduely of the wayes and proceedings of God with them in this world, speake against God himselfe. They who speak unduely of the ways and proceedings of God with them in this world, speak against God himself. pns32 r-crq vvb av-j pp-f dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, vvb p-acp np1 px31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2820 Page 861
17174 The business of Elihu in all this discourse, was to hold forth the evill frame of Jobs heart, signified by the intemperance of his language under the dealings of God. The business of Elihu in all this discourse, was to hold forth the evil frame of Jobs heart, signified by the intemperance of his language under the dealings of God. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d n1, vbds pc-acp vvi av dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17175 God had afflicted and chastned Job, he had multiplyed wounds upon him, and Job in the heate of his spirit and bitterness of his soule, making many complaints about the workings of God with him, is charged with multiplying words against God. God had afflicted and chastened Job, he had multiplied wounds upon him, and Job in the heat of his Spirit and bitterness of his soul, making many complaints about the workings of God with him, is charged with multiplying words against God. np1 vhd vvn cc vvn np1, pns31 vhd vvn n2 p-acp pno31, cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, vbz vvn p-acp j-vvg n2 p-acp np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17176 We may speak against God before we are aware; We may speak against God before we Are aware; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 c-acp pns12 vbr j; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17177 yea we may speake many words against God when we thinke we have not spoke one word against him. yea we may speak many words against God when we think we have not spoke one word against him. uh pns12 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp np1 c-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vhb xx vvn crd n1 p-acp pno31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17178 While we speake impatiently of the proceedings of God in the world, and murmur at his dispensations to our families or persons, what doe we but multiply words against God? we speake much for our selves to God, While we speak impatiently of the proceedings of God in the world, and murmur At his dispensations to our families or Persons, what do we but multiply words against God? we speak much for our selves to God, cs pns12 vvb av-j pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, q-crq vdb pns12 p-acp vvb n2 p-acp np1? pns12 vvb av-d p-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17179 yea (I may say) we highly commend our selves to God when we submit to his doings, yea (I may say) we highly commend our selves to God when we submit to his doings, uh (pns11 vmb vvi) pns12 av-j vvb po12 n2 p-acp np1 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n2-vdg, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17180 and say nothing, but in a silent admiration adore his dealings, and waite for a good issue of them. and say nothing, but in a silent admiration adore his dealings, and wait for a good issue of them. cc vvb pix, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 vvi po31 n2-vvg, cc vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17181 Aaron proclaimed both his humility and his faith in holding his peace, when the Lord slew his two sons Nadab and Abihu, strangely with fire, Aaron proclaimed both his humility and his faith in holding his peace, when the Lord slew his two Sons Nadab and Abihu, strangely with fire, np1 vvn av-d po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp vvg po31 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvd po31 crd n2 np1 cc np1, av-j p-acp n1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17182 for offering strange fire before the Lord, which he commanded them not ( Lev: 10.1, 2, 3.) But how many are there who proclaime their pride and unbeliefe, by not being able to hold their peace under the afflicting hand of God, for offering strange fire before the Lord, which he commanded them not (Lev: 10.1, 2, 3.) But how many Are there who proclaim their pride and unbelief, by not being able to hold their peace under the afflicting hand of God, p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd pno32 xx (np1: crd, crd, crd) p-acp c-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq vvb po32 n1 cc n1, p-acp xx vbg j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17183 when his hand scarce toucheth them, or when he doth but lay the weight of his little finger upon them, in comparison of that heavy stroake which fell upon Aaron. We are in much danger of sinning, when his hand scarce touches them, or when he does but lay the weight of his little finger upon them, in comparison of that heavy stroke which fell upon Aaron. We Are in much danger of sinning, c-crq po31 n1 av-j vvz pno32, cc c-crq pns31 vdz p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq vvd p-acp np1. pns12 vbr p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17184 when at any time we speake many words, or (as Elihu speaketh) multiply words, he is a rare man that speaketh many words, when At any time we speak many words, or (as Elihu speaks) multiply words, he is a rare man that speaks many words, c-crq p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb d n2, cc (c-acp np1 vvz) vvb n2, pns31 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz d n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17185 and but some amiss, Now, if to multiply words at any time (even when we are most composed) exposeth us to error in our words, and but Some amiss, Now, if to multiply words At any time (even when we Are most composed) exposeth us to error in our words, cc p-acp d av, av, cs pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n1 (av c-crq pns12 vbr av-ds vvn) vvz pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17186 how much more when our tongues utter many words in the bitterness and discomposure of our spirits? And as to speak amisse in any matter is to s•n against God, how much more when our tongues utter many words in the bitterness and discomposure of our spirits? And as to speak amiss in any matter is to s•n against God, c-crq av-d av-dc c-crq po12 n2 vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2? cc c-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17187 so to speak much amisse of our sufferings, or of the severest providences of God towards us, is to speak much, so to speak much amiss of our sufferings, or of the Severest providences of God towards us, is to speak much, av pc-acp vvi d av pp-f po12 n2, cc pp-f dt js n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, vbz pc-acp vvi d, (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17188 or to multiply words (though nor intentionally) yet really and indeed against God. O then forbeare this multiplication of words, lest you multiply sins. or to multiply words (though nor intentionally) yet really and indeed against God. O then forbear this multiplication of words, lest you multiply Sins. cc pc-acp vvi n2 (cs ccx av-j) av av-j cc av p-acp np1. sy av vvi d n1 pp-f n2, cs pn22 vvb n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17189 Speak but little, unlesse in the praise of God; Speak but little, unless in the praise of God; vvb p-acp j, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17190 take heed how you speak of what God is doing to others, or doing to your selves. take heed how you speak of what God is doing to Others, or doing to your selves. vvb n1 c-crq pn22 vvb pp-f r-crq n1 vbz vdg p-acp n2-jn, cc vdg p-acp po22 n2. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17191 Let your words be few, and let them be weighed, for God will weigh your words; Let your words be few, and let them be weighed, for God will weigh your words; vvb po22 n2 vbb d, cc vvb pno32 vbi vvn, c-acp np1 vmb vvi po22 n2; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 862
17192 and you may heare from him in blowes, what he heareth from you in words. 'Tis a dangerous thing to be found speaking words against God; and you may hear from him in blows, what he hears from you in words. It's a dangerous thing to be found speaking words against God; cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n2, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp n2. pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vvg n2 p-acp np1; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 863
17193 yet this may be the case of a good man, whose heart is with God, and whose heart is for God: yet this may be the case of a good man, whose heart is with God, and whose heart is for God: av d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp np1, cc rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp np1: (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 863
17194 even while he hath a general bent of heart to lay himselfe out in speaking and doing for God, he through passion and temptation may be found speaking against God. even while he hath a general bent of heart to lay himself out in speaking and doing for God, he through passion and temptation may be found speaking against God. av cs pns31 vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi px31 av p-acp vvg cc vdg p-acp np1, pns31 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn vvg p-acp np1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 863
17195 What we speake discontentedly of the wayes or works of God, is a multiplying of words against God himselfe. What we speak discontentedly of the ways or works of God, is a multiplying of words against God himself. r-crq pns12 vvb n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, vbz dt j-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp np1 px31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2821 Page 863
17196 Thus I have given out and finished my thoughts upon the Preface which Elihu made to lead in his discourse with Job, as also upon two stages of his discourse with him. Thus I have given out and finished my thoughts upon the Preface which Elihu made to led in his discourse with Job, as also upon two stages of his discourse with him. av pns11 vhb vvn av cc vvn po11 n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp av p-acp crd n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2822 Page 863
17197 Job sits silent and answers him not a word, which Elihu perceiving takes liberty to urge him further with two distinct discourses more, contained in the three Chapters following; Job sits silent and answers him not a word, which Elihu perceiving Takes liberty to urge him further with two distinct discourses more, contained in the three Chapters following; np1 vvz j cc vvz pno31 xx dt n1, r-crq np1 vvg vvz n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-jc p-acp crd j n2 av-dc, vvn p-acp dt crd n2 vvg; (37) chapter (DIV2) 2822 Page 863
17198 which, if the Lord give life and leave, may be opened and offered to the readers use and acceptance in convenient season. which, if the Lord give life and leave, may be opened and offered to the Readers use and acceptance in convenient season. r-crq, cs dt n1 vvb n1 cc n1, vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp j n1. (37) chapter (DIV2) 2822 Page 863

Marginalia

View Segment and References (Segment No.) Note No. Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech
26 0 Verbum ipsum NONLATINALPHABET ind•cat contentionem & desat gationem disputationis praeteritae & ingentem vim positam in repugnando & refutando. Pined; Verbum ipsum ind•cat contentionem & desat gationem disputationis praeteritae & ingentem vim positam in repugnando & refutando. Pined; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la cc fw-la. vvd;
102 0 Impossibilium nullus est conatus. Impossibilities nullus est conatus. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
180 0 Novus hic est disputādi actus, nova etiam argumentādi forma, tanto subtilior quāto magis in seipsam reflexa. Nam videtur argumentari (ut logici loquuntur) quasi ad hominem, ex ipsis Jobi verbis & dictis. Pined: Novus hic est disputādi actus, nova etiam argumentādi forma, tanto subtilior quāto magis in seipsam reflexa. Nam videtur argumentari (ut logici loquuntur) quasi ad hominem, ex Ipse Job verbis & dictis. Pined: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la (fw-la fw-la fw-la) fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 np1 fw-la cc fw-la. vvd:
3828 0 Hactenus exordium sequitur propositio. Hactenus exordium sequitur Proposition. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
190 0 Philosophi irā NONLATINALPHABET, faciunt, spiritus affectuum instrumēta sunt; ut res phantasiae imprimitur, ita spiritus commovetur ad habendam vel d•pellendam. Coc: Philosophy irā, faciunt, spiritus affectuum instrumēta sunt; ut Rest phantasiae imprimitur, ita spiritus commovetur ad habendam vel d•pellendam. Coc: np1 fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
209 0 Ego curabo ne desim nomini Amoninorum. Ego curabo ne desim nomini Amoninorum. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1.
231 0 Hieron: in tract: Heb: super Genesm. Hieron: in tract: Hebrew: super Genesm. np1: p-acp n1: n1: fw-fr np1.
233 0 Apparet, quod sicut Eliu dicitur Buzitis quia originem traxit ex Buz; ita dicitur de Ram rationae maternae originis. Melcha enim mater Buz fuit filia Aram unde et 70 loco Ram legunt Aram Proindé sicut tres reges visitaverunt Job causa amicitiae, ita Eliu causa cognationis, de qua vendicavit sibi in Job plusculum audacioris licentiae. Ianson: Quis iste fuer•, quaerunt interpretes, Gramatici certant, & adhuc sub judice lis est. Drust: Appears, quod sicut Elijah dicitur Buzitis quia originem traxit ex Buz; ita dicitur de Ram rationae maternae originis. Melcha enim mater Buz fuit filia Aram unde et 70 loco Ram legunt Aram Proindé sicut tres reges visitaverunt Job causa Friendship, ita Elijah causa cognationis, de qua vendicavit sibi in Job plusculum audacioris licentiae. Janson: Quis iste fuer•, quaerunt interprets, Gramatici certant, & Adhoc sub judice Lies est. Drust: np1, fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1; fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la crd fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la vvi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la vvz, np1 j, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la vvz fw-la. vvd:
242 0 Neutrae sententiae accederom, sed Ram alium quempiam fuisse putarim virum celebrem et clarum ex familia Nahor. Merc: Neutrae sententiae accederom, said Ram Alium quempiam Fuisse putarim virum celebrem et clarum ex familia Nahor. Mercy: np1 fw-la n1, vvd vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
273 0 NONLATINALPHABET id genus irae notat, quo fertur quis ad abolitionem peccati, cum quo si sit veritas justissimus effectus est. Coc: id genus irae Notat, quo fertur quis ad abolitionem peccati, cum quo si sit veritas justissimus effectus est. Coc: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
277 0 Hoc probes abnegationem tui & mundi, si injuriarum ferens sis, peccatum autem ferre non possiis; id { que } ita ut non ad vindicandum sed ad emendandum exstimulares. Hoc probes abnegationem tui & mundi, si injuriarum ferens sis, peccatum autem Far non possiis; id { que } ita ut non ad vindicandum sed ad emendandum exstimulares. fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la av-j fw-la fw-la; fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-mi fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
526 0 Invalidū omne natura querulum est. Invalidun omne Nature querulum est. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
562 0 Ed quòd non invenissent responsionem rationalem. Vulg: Ed quòd non invenissent responsionem rationalem. Vulgar: wd fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
565 0 NONLATINALPHABET Sept: & posuerunt eum esse impium. Sept: & posuerunt Eum esse Impious. np1: cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
580 0 Damnarunt pro impio, etsi nulla in eum crimina probare possent quibus ille suam vitam contaminassent. Merc: Damnarunt Pro Impio, Though nulla in Eum Crimes Probare possent quibus Isle suam vitam contaminassent. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
653 0 NONLATINALPHABET pationtem expectationem sonat, qua duramus in malis, nos rebus melioribus servantes. Bold. pationtem expectationem Sonnet, qua duramus in malis, nos rebus melioribus Servants. Bold. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n2. j.
690 0 NONLATINALPHABET significat non tantum fenem sed senia confectum, & non tantum senem aetate sed sapientia. significat non Tantum fenem sed senia confectum, & non Tantum senem Age sed sapientia. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la vvi fw-la fw-la.
722 0 Seris venit usus ab annis. Seris venit usus ab Annis. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
725 0 Mira in hoc elucet antiquuorum in publicis concertationibus gravitas et stupendum inviolabilitèr servati in dicendo ac respondendo ordinis exemplum. Bold. Mira in hoc elucet antiquuorum in publicis concertationibus gravitas et stupendum inviolabilitèr Servati in dicendo ac respondendo Order exemplum. Bold. np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. j.
731 0 Majores natu loquantur juniores audiant; senes doceant, adolescentes discant; Pulcherrima disciplinae sententia. Drus. Majores Natu loquantur juniores Audient; senes doceant, adolescentes discant; Pulcherrima Discipline sententia. Drus fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j; n1 j, fw-la n1; np1 fw-la fw-la. np1
791 0 Parvus secundum dies. Heb: Small secundum dies. Hebrew: npg1 fw-la fw-la. n1:
799 0 NONLATINALPHABET decrepitus. decrepitus. fw-la.
800 0 Hominis aetates in septem partitur, Hippocrates 1 Parvulus ad annum 7 mum. 2 Puer ad An: 14. 3 Adolescens ad An: 21. 4 Juvenis ad An: 28. 5 Vir ad An: 50. 6 Senex ad An: 56. 7 Decrepitus post quamdiu vivit. Hominis aetates in September partitur, Hippocrates 1 Parvulus ad annum 7 mum. 2 Puer ad an: 14. 3 Adolescent ad an: 21. 4 Juvenis ad an: 28. 5 Vir ad an: 50. 6 Senex ad an: 56. 7 Decrepitus post Quamdiu vivit. fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, np1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la crd j. crd fw-la fw-la dt: crd crd np1 fw-la dt: crd crd fw-la fw-la dt: crd crd fw-la fw-la dt: crd crd fw-la fw-la dt: crd crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
810 0 NONLATINALPHABET est serpere & denotat timorem serpentum latebras quaerentium & videri metuentium. Aben Ezra. est serpere & Denotat timorem Serpentum latebras quaerentium & videri metuentium. Ben Ezra. fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la. np1 np1.
816 0 Reptilium more dimisi me; unde vulgatus reddit, Demisso capite veritus sum. Drus: Reptilium more dimisi me; unde Vulgatus Render, Demisso capite veritus sum. Drus: fw-la fw-it fw-la pno11; fw-la fw-la n1, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
857 0 Tanti eris aliis quanti tibi fueris. Tanti eris Others quanti tibi fueris. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
4873 0 Quare adversus eum litigas quod de omnibus rebus suis non respondeat. Jun: Quare Adversus Eum litigas quod de omnibus rebus suis non respondeat. Jun: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-la. np1:
869 0 Loquantur dies sunt enim verba permittentis q.d. sinam loqui illos, non praeripiam eis loquendi locum. Pisc: Loquantur dies sunt enim verba permittentis Q.d sinam loqui Illos, non praeripiam eis loquendi locum. Pisc: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la n1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
875 0 Johannes de Temporibus. Johannes de Temporibus. np1 fw-fr fw-la.
901 0 Sapientiam intelligit, quae in vera dei & nostri cognitione sita est; cujus author sit spiritus dei, non hominis animus, non anni, non usus, non experientia. Merl: Sapientiam intelligit, Quae in vera dei & Our cognition sita est; cujus author sit spiritus dei, non hominis animus, non anni, non usus, non experientia. Merl: fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la cc fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la; fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1, fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1:
917 0 Causis sufficientibus positis in a•tu necessario sequitur effectus. Causis sufficientibus positis in a•tu Necessarily sequitur effectus. np1 fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
924 0 Quanquam te Marce Fili Annum jam audientem Cratippum id { que } Athenis abundare oportet praeceptis institutis { que } philosophiae, &c. Cic: de Offi: lib. t. Quanquam te Mark Fili Annum jam audientem Cratippum id { que } Athenis abundare oportet praeceptis institutis { que } Philosophiae, etc. Cic: de Officer: lib. tO. fw-la fw-la np1 zz fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } npg1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la, av j: fw-fr np1: n1. sy.
947 0 Senectus illa venerabilis est, non quae canis sed meritis albescit. Ambro: lib: 7. Epist. 70. Old age illa venerabilis est, non Quae canis sed Meritis albescit. Ambrose: lib: 7. Epistle 70. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la. np1: n1: crd np1 crd
968 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Symmach. . Simach. . n1.
975 0 NONLATINALPHABET animam rationalem denotat. animam rationalem Denotat. fw-la fw-la fw-la.
986 0 Inest quidem hominibus vis illa rationatrix sed quae nisi dei afflatu dirigatur, verè sapere non potest. Bez. NONLATINALPHABET a NONLATINALPHABET anhelavit. Inset quidem hominibus vis illa rationatrix sed Quae nisi dei afflatu dirigatur, verè Sapere non potest. Bez a anhelavit. vv2 j-jn fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 dt fw-la.
1004 0 NONLATINALPHABET Intellectificat eos. Brent. Intellectificat eos. Brent. fw-la fw-la. vvd.
1009 0 Est spiritus in hominibus, spiratio autem omnipotentis docet. Sept: Est spiritus in hominibus, spiratio autem omnipotentis docet. Sept: fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
1055 0 Tu regere im perio populos Romane memento; Hae tibi sint artes — Tu Regere im perio populos Roman memento; Hae tibi sint arts — fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la jp n1; fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 —
1079 0 Est deus in nobis, sunt et commercia caeli, sedibus aethereis spiritus iste venit. Ovid. Est deus in nobis, sunt et commercia Heaven, sedibus aethereis spiritus iste venit. Ovid. fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1.
1138 0 Res sine verbis Lutherus, verba sine rebus Erasmus, res & verba Philippus. Rest sine verbis Lutherus, verba sine rebus Erasmus, Rest & verba Philip. fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la cc fw-la np1.
1201 0 NONLATINALPHABET Magnus unde Rabbi Magister, qui multam eruditionem habet. Honorabiles Pagn: Magnates. Tygur: Magnus unde Rabbi Magister, qui Much eruditionem habet. Honorabiles Page: Magnates. Tiger: fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la n1: fw-la. np1:
1239 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Sep. . Sep. . np1
1270 0 Intelligentia juris non pendet a senectute. Pisc: Intelligence Juris non Pendet a senectute. Pisc: np1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la dt fw-la. np1:
1297 0 Quae in philosophia dicuntur ea oportet existimatione ejus qui dicit detracta, seorsum per se examinari, Etenim canities dicentis, gestus supercilist, &c. faciunt ad percallendum imperitum Auditorem. Plutaret de Auditione. Quae in philosophia dicuntur ea oportet existimatione His qui dicit detracta, seorsum per se examinari, Etenim canities dicentis, Gestus supercilist, etc. faciunt ad percallendum imperitum Auditorem. Plutaret de Auditione. fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 n2 fw-la, fw-la n1, av fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la.
1307 0 — Tempora quippe virtutem non prima negant, non ultima donant. — Tempora quip virtutem non prima negant, non ultima donant. — fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la.
1316 0 Corpore Juvencula, animo cana fuit. Ambr: de Agnete. Ser: 90. Corpore Juvencula, animo cana fuit. Ambrose: de Agnes. Ser: 90. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-fr np1. np1: crd
1375 0 NONLATINALPHABET Scientiam meam. Mont. Scientiam meam. Mont. fw-la fw-la. np1
1417 0 NONLATINALPHABET moratus est, praestolatus est, expectavit. Delayed est, praestolatus est, Expects. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la.
1426 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
1429 0 Attendi us { que } ad sensa vestra; Iun: i. e. Accuratissimè & quam pentissime sensa animi vestri exploravi. Id: Attendi us { que } ad sensa Vestra; June: i. e. Accuratissimè & quam pentissime sensa animi Yours exploravi. Id: fw-la pno12 { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-es; np1: sy. sy. np1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la:
1432 0 Audivi prudentiam vestram. Vulg: Diligentissimè auscultavi rationes vestras, quas ex & pro intelligentia vestra attulisti, & quas doctas esse purestis et ad rem aptas. Merc: Audivi prudentiam vestram. Vulgar: Diligentissimè auscultavi rationes Vestras, quas ex & Pro Intelligence Vestra attulisti, & quas doctas esse purestis et ad remembering aptas. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la. j: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-es, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-es fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvg fw-la. np1:
1438 0 NONLATINALPHABET Scrutatus, perscrutatus est remota & obstrusa. Scrutatus, perscrutatus est Remota & obstrusa. np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la.
1463 0 Ab aequo attentienem sibi conciliat. Merc: Ab Aequo attentienem sibi conciliat. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
1467 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
1482 0 Ʋs { que } ad intima vestra considerabam vos. Drus: Ʋs { que } ad intima Vestra considerabam vos. Drus: vbz { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-es fw-la fw-fr. np1:
1493 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
1498 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
1503 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
1511 0 NONLATINALPHABET, Cum ab eo argueris. , Cum ab eo argueris. , fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
1598 0 Rem acu tetimu• & ipsum cardinum in quo tota controversia vertitur de Jobo. Drus: Remembering acu tetimu• & ipsum cardinum in quo tota Controversy vertitur de Jobo. Drus: vvg n1 n1 cc fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
1642 0 Archimedes. Archimedes. np1.
1697 0 Non est hoc opus ullius hominis ut Iobum depellat a sua sententia, sed divina planè virtute opus est. Cum tamen deus humano ministerio utatur gratiose ad perficiendas. res hujusmodi absit ut mihi arrogarem, quod deus sermone meo effecturus est. Iun: Non est hoc opus ullius hominis ut Iobum depellat a sua sententia, sed Divine planè virtute opus est. Cum tamen deus Human Ministerio utatur gratiose ad perficiendas. Rest hujusmodi absit ut mihi arrogarem, quod deus sermon meo effecturus est. June: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 dt fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
1745 0 Elihu de amicorum Jobi silentio conquerenti, sic respondent. Fecimus de industria, non oportet hominem exagitare Jobum: setis est quod a deo exagitetur. Vatabl: Cum deus propellat eum nihil ultra necesse est ut ab homine impugnetur; ut afflicto insuper addaturafflictio; quia satis est qu•d deus eum ob sua peccata persequatur. Rab: Levi. Elihu de amicorum Job silentio conquerenti, sic respondent. We have done de Industria, non oportet hominem exagitare Jobum: setis est quod a God exagitetur. Vatable: Cum deus propellat Eum nihil ultra Necessary est ut ab homine impugnetur; ut afflicto insuper addaturafflictio; quia satis est qu•d deus Eum ob sua Peccata persequatur. Rab: Levi. np1 fw-fr fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la j. np1 fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la dt fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1: np1
1762 0 Ista animi obfirmatio omne amplius loquendi desiderium adimit cum eo homine, quum nemo homo poterit, sed deus solus de ista animi pertinacia depellere. Iun: Ista animi obfirmatio omne Amplius loquendi desiderium adimit cum eo homine, Whom nemo homo poterit, sed deus solus de ista animi Pertinacia depellere. June: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-it fw-la. np1:
1767 0 Cum Job affligatur & inusitato modo affligatur, id { que } adeo justo, qui nec fallere nec falli potest in suo judicio, consequitur planè Jobum esse improbū. Aquin: Drus: Merc: Cum Job affligatur & inusitato modo affligatur, id { que } adeo Justo, qui nec fallere nec Fallen potest in Sue Judicio, consequitur planè Jobum esse improbū. Aquinas: Drus: Mercy: fw-la np1 fw-la cc n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-it, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: np1: np1:
1807 0 NONLATINALPHABET. pro ut ipsis videbatur. Bez•: . Pro ut Ipse Videbatur. Bez•: . fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1:
1860 0 NONLATINALPHABET digessit disposint, ordinavit, verbum bellicum de acie ordinanda dicitur. Merc: digessit disposint, Ordinavit, verbum bellicum de acie ordinanda dicitur. Mercy: fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1:
1878 0 Vult ostendere quod non loquitur quasi provocatus. Aquin: Vult ostendere quod non loquitur quasi provocatus. Aquinas: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
1889 0 Superbi quae ad cōmunem omnium utilitatem dicuntur nunquam sibi dicta e•istimant. Gregor. Superb Quae ad cōmunem omnium utilitatem dicuntur Never sibi dicta e•istimant. Gregory. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr. np1.
1899 0 Mihi integrum est respondere & quidem longe, aliter & ex alio fundamento, licet me directè Jobus non oppugnaverit. Scult: Non sequur vias vestrasin respondendo, sed alias efficaciores inveniam. Aquin: Mihi integrum est respondere & quidem long, aliter & ex Alio Fundamento, licet me directè Jobus non oppugnaverit. Scult: Non sequur Ways vestrasin respondendo, sed alias efficaciores inveniam. Aquinas: fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la cc fw-la j, fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j: fw-fr fw-fr fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la av fw-la fw-la. np1:
1942 0 Martine, Martine, in valde sapis, sed ego non sum deus sequax. Martin, Martin, in Valde sapis, sed ego non sum deus sequax. np1, np1, p-acp j fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la uh.
2017 0 NONLATINALPHABET cum pavorem affert, quo affici solent, qui ab hoste potentissimo superantur. cum pavorem affert, quo affici solent, qui ab host potentissimo superantur. fw-la fw-la vvn, fw-la fw-la j, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la.
2022 0 NONLATINALPHABET q. d ab illis ablata sunt verba. q. worser ab illis ablata sunt verba. vvd. sy fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
2032 0 Stare pro tacere. Stare Pro tacere. vvb fw-la fw-la.
2093 0 Illud quod aliqui partem interpretantur pro mea virili parte aut pro viribus, latinè potius dictum est, quam ad germanant vocis significationem. Pined: Illud quod aliqui partem interpretantur Pro mea virili parte Or Pro viribus, latinè potius dictum est, quam ad germanant Vocis significationem. Pined: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. vvd:
2121 0 Ʋbi non est vir, tu vir esto. Ʋbi non est vir, tu vir esto. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la.
2132 0 Cum ait se plenum, amicorum impiam notare videtur. Pined: Cum ait se plenum, amicorum impiam notare videtur. Pined: fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvd:
2134 0 NONLATINALPHABET in Hiphil anxit, angustovit pressit. in Hiphil anxit, angustovit pressit. p-acp np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la.
2138 0 NONLATINALPHABET comburit. Sym. comburit. Sym fw-la. np1
2150 0 Spiritus ventris est NONLATINALPHABET & alacritas urgens & existimulans ad loquendum. Coc: Spiritus Ventricle est & Alacrity urgens & existimulans and loquendum. Coc: fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la n2 cc n2 cc fw-la. np1:
2159 0 NONLATINALPHABET vinum novum vel mustum, cui non est ademptum obthuraculum ut exhalet. Iun: vinum novum vel mustum, cui non est ademptum obthuraculum ut exhalet. June: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
2174 0 NONLATINALPHABET pro utre non alibi reperitur, saepe pro pythone; quod qui hoc ariolādi genere uterentur velut ex utribus vocem emitterent. Ʋn•e a Grecis NONLATINALPHABET dicuntur. Merc: Pro utre non alibi reperitur, saepe Pro pythone; quod qui hoc ariolādi genere uterentur velut ex utribus vocem emitterent. Ʋn•e a Grecis dicuntur. Mercy: fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvd; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 dt fw-la fw-la. np1:
2235 0 Esuris & suit auditores quibus omne quod sentit effundat, quibus qual• & quantus sit innotescat. Non curat te docere vel a te doceri quod nescit, sed ut scire sciatur quod scit. Bernard: Esuris & suit auditores quibus omne quod Sentit effundat, quibus qual• & quantus sit innotescat. Non curate te docere vel a te doceri quod nescit, sed ut Scire sciatur quod scit. Bernard: np1 cc n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
2243 0 NONLATINALPHABET latus dilatatus, recreatu• loquar & mihi latum erit. i. e. erit mihi dilatio recreatio. Merc: Per verba evaporata interiorem fervorem & ab anxietate •esiderij requiescam.. Aquin: latus dilatatus, recreatu• loquar & mihi latum erit. i. e. erit mihi dilatio recreatio. Mercy: Per verba evaporata interiorem fervorem & ab anxietate •esiderij requiescam.. Aquinas: fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la vvi fw-la fw-la.. np1:
2305 0 NONLATINALPHABET adverbium seu particula obsecrantis, seu ad horiandi, ut fades, amabo, latinis. Adverb seu Particula obsecrantis, seu ad horiandi, ut fades, amabo, latinis. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la vvz, fw-la, fw-la.
2313 0 Non accipiam, ut sit NONLATINALPHABET pro NONLATINALPHABET quae enallage insolens non est. Drus: Non accipiam, ut sit Pro Quae Enallagen insolens non est. Drus: fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
2317 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
2365 0 Amicus Socrates, Amicus Plato, sed magis amica veritas. Amicus Socrates, Amicus Plato, sed magis amica veritas. np1 np1, np1 np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
2406 0 Quod uni aequum est, non debet alteri in eodem casu esse iniquum. Quod uni Aequum est, non debet Alteri in Eodem casu esse Iniquum. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
2441 0 Graeciverteum NONLATINALPHABET cognominandi per NONLATINALPHABET reverori, et NONLATINALPHABET, mirari persona in reddiderunt. Merc: Et deum homini non aequabo. Vulg: Graeciverteum cognominandi per reverori, et, mirari persona in reddiderunt. Mercy: Et God Homini non aequabo. Vulgar: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
2450 0 Apud hominem Praefatione non utar. Jun: Et apud hominem ne permutem nomina. Coc: Et ad hominem non nutato nomine loquar. Merc: Ego non ingratiam ejus tectis verbis utar occultè eum designans & nomen proprium immutans. Verbum NONLATINALPHABET significat aliquem occultè designare. Merc: NONLATINALPHABET est mutatis rerum nominibus agere, ut non possis nisi obscurè quid sentiatur intelligi. Cujus contrarium est aperire os, et NONLATINALPHABET appellare. Coc: Apud hominem Praefatione non utar. Jun: Et apud hominem ne permutem nomina. Coc: Et ad hominem non nutato nomine loquar. Mercy: Ego non ingratiam His tectis verbis utar occultè Eum designans & Nome proprium immutans. Verbum significat aliquem occultè designare. Mercy: est mutatis rerum nominibus agere, ut non possis nisi obscurè quid sentiatur intelligi. Cujus Contrary est aperire os, et appellare. Coc: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1:
2497 0 Multi sunt qui vitia virtutibus vicinis honestare contendunt & vitium omne palliant adumbrata nomenclatura è vicino subjectae virtutis. Basil: in Psal: 61. Multi sunt qui Vices virtutibus vicinis honestare contendunt & Vitium omne palliant adumbrata Nomenclature è vicino subjectae virtue. Basil: in Psalm: 61. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: p-acp np1: crd
2536 0 Nescio cognominare; i. e. Blendiri. Bez: Nescio cognominare; i. e. Blendiri. Bez: fw-la fw-la; uh. sy. fw-la. np1:
2625 0 Invoce NONLATINALPHABET tolleret me, alludit ad praecedens NONLATINALPHABET . q. d. Si capiam faciem me capiet. Coc: Invoce tolleret me, Alludit ad praecedens. q. worser. Si capiam Face me capiet. Coc: fw-mi fw-la pno11, n1 fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-mi fw-la fw-la pno11 n1. np1:
2631 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
2650 0 Sunt qui NONLATINALPHABET tolleret me, exponant, combureret me, ut aliquando sumitur hoc verbum a flamma, quae in sublimi tollitur. Merc: Sunt qui tolleret me, exponant, combureret me, ut aliquando sumitur hoc verbum a Flamma, Quae in sublimi tollitur. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11, n1, fw-la pno11, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la dt n1, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. np1:
2671 0 NONLATINALPHABET, et me tineae edent. Sept: , et me Tineae Eaten. Sept: , fw-fr pno11 fw-la fw-la. np1:
2693 0 Non leve scelus est veritatem palliare. Merc: Non leave scelus est veritatem palliare. Mercy: fw-fr n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la j-jn. np1:
2698 0 Nescit tarda molimina spiritus sancti gratia. Nescit Tard molimina spiritus sancti Gratia. fw-la fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
2790 0 NONLATINALPHABET adhortartis vel excitantis tum etiam obsecran••. adhortartis vel excitantis tum etiam obsecran••. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1.
2912 0 Os aperire dicuntur apud Hebraeos, qui instituunt sermonem serium et de re gravi. Pisc: Os aperire dicuntur apud Hebraeos, qui instituunt sermonem serium et de re gravi. Pisc: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la npg1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la. np1:
2928 0 Inde videtur dici NONLATINALPHABET pytho, quod obsessi vel uti utres inflati turgescant & spiritus immundus ex illorum ventre respondeat. Inde videtur dici Python, quod obsessi vel uti utres inflati turgescant & spiritus Impure ex Illorum ventre respondeat. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la n1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 j.
2945 0 Os aperire est bene discussa et praemeditata habere dicenda. Bold: Os aperire est bene discussa et praemeditata habere dicenda. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
3762 0 Onus meum super te non erit grave. Targ: Quidam vocem NONLATINALPHABET ita sumunt quasi veniat ab NONLATINALPHABET quod est incurvare. q.d. opus meum quod tibi imponam non erit tale, ut sub eo incurveris. Bold: Inflexit se super eum os suum. Mont: Onus meum super te non erit grave. Targum: Quidam vocem ita sumunt quasi Veniat ab quod est incurvare. Q.d opus meum quod tibi imponam non erit tale, ut sub eo incurveris. Bold: Inflexit se super Eum os suum. Mont: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la n1. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. zz:
2958 0 Palatum •ris coelum est. Drus: Praemeditata et quasi intelligentiae meae palato praegustata sum prolaturus. Bez: Bene sapui verba mea antequam illa efferendo tibi aliis { que } sapienda et gustanda traderem. Bold: Non sequarverba aliorum, sed propries conceptus enunciabo. Aquin: Palatum •ris coelum est. Drus: Praemeditata et quasi intelligentiae meae Palato praegustata sum prolaturus. Bez: Bene sapui verba mea antequam illa efferendo tibi Others { que } sapienda et gustanda traderem. Bold: Non sequarverba Aliorum, sed propries conceptus enunciabo. Aquinas: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la. j: fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la vvz fw-la fw-la. np1:
2986 0 Sincerè et absque ullo suco proferam animi mei sensa. Bez; Sincerè et absque ullo suco proferam animi mei sensa. Bez; fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1;
2997 0 Non loquar ad calumniendum vel ad rid•ndum, sed simplici animo ad veritatem manifestandam. Aquin: Non loquar ad calumniendum vel ad rid•ndum, sed Simple animo ad veritatem manifestandam. Aquinas: fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
3095 0 Quia tribus amicis Jobus imposherat, quod essent fabricatures menda•ij, hoc a se ex•l•dit dicens & sententiam labia mea puram loquentur. Aquin: NONLATINALPHABET purum planum perspicuum, a fuco alienum sincerum & ab omni scoria doli aut mendacij purgatorem. Merc: Quia tribus amicis Jobus imposherat, quod essent fabricatures menda•ij, hoc a se ex•l•dit dicens & sententiam labia mea puram loquentur. Aquinas: purum Planum perspicuum, a fuco Alienum Sincere & ab omni scoria Doli Or mendacij purgatorem. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la av, vvd n-jn n2 fw-la, fw-la dt fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
3133 0 Croesus Halym penetrans magnam perver•et opum vin. Croesus Halym penetrans magnam perver•et opum vin. np1 np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr.
3154 0 NONLATINALPHABET faciendi verbum artificiosam & elaboratam agendi rationem affert. Pined: faciendi verbum artificiosam & elaboratam agendi rationem affert. Pined: fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la vvn. vvd:
3296 0 NONLATINALPHABET Spiritus ex ore egregiens, halitus flatus anima proprie significat halitem, p•r metonymiam effecti, animam; per synechdo•hen membri animal. Pisc: in Deut: 10.16. Spiritus ex over egregiens, halitus flatus anima Properly significat halitem, p•r metonymiam Effect, animam; per synechdo•hen Members animal. Pisc: in Deuteronomy: 10.16. fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la; fw-la av n1 n1. np1: p-acp n1: crd.
3368 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Spiratio omnipotentis est quae docet me. Sept: Haud me latet non a meipso, sed a deo hunc prudentiae sensum me accepisse. Nicet: . Spiratio omnipotentis est Quae docet me. Sept: Haud me latet non a meipso, sed a God hunc prudentiae sensum me accepisse. Nicet: . fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11. np1: fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, fw-la dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 n1. fw-la:
3499 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
3518 0 St• quasi in acie, ad pugnandum contra me & convincendum me rationibus. Drus: St• quasi in acie, ad pugnandum contra me & convincendum me rationibus. Drus: np1 fw-la p-acp n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 cc fw-la pno11 fw-la. np1:
3521 0 NONLATINALPHABET viriliter agire. Viriliter agire. fw-la n1.
3574 0 NONLATINALPHABET secundum os tuum. i. e. sicut tu. secundum os tuum. i. e. sicut tu. fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la.
3579 0 Juxta os edere sui. Heb: Juxta os Eat sui. Hebrew: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1:
3580 0 Juxta os voti sui. Heb: Juxta os servitij. Heb: Juxta os voti sui. Hebrew: Juxta os servitij. Hebrew: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1: np1 fw-la fw-la. n1:
3582 0 Super os viae suae. Heb: Super os Viae suae. Hebrew: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1:
3629 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
3630 0 Pro deo; erga deum. Pro God; Erga God. fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la.
3633 0 Non quod se dei loco illi aut deum illi futurum aut esse dicat, sed quod dei partes & causam sit contra illum defensurus. Ʋt quia ille cum deo ob ejus majestatem congredi verebatur, offerat se Jobo dei loco illi futurum. Merc: Ego juxta os tuum deo. i. e. pro deo, est enim dativus favoris. Bold: Non quod se dei loco illi Or God illi Future Or esse dicat, sed quod dei parts & Causam sit contra Ilum defensurus. Ʋt quia Isle cum God ob His majestatem congredi verebatur, offerat se Jobo dei loco illi Future. Mercy: Ego juxta os tuum God. i. e. Pro God, est enim Dative favoris. Bold: fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
3663 0 Ecc• ego quasi esset os tuum ad deum. Coc: Ecc• ego quasi esset os tuum ad God. Coc: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
3683 0 NONLATINALPHABET Excisus. Excisus. np1.
3708 0 Gentes enim hoc de primi hominis facta a deo plasmatione & ex terraformatione mysterium penitùs ignorarunt. Bold: Gentes enim hoc de Primi hominis facta a God plasmatione & ex terraformatione mysterium penitùs ignorarunt. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la dt fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
3718 0 Veruntamen miraculum meum te non terreat. Vulg: Veruntamen miraculum meum te non terreat. Vulgar: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr j. j:
3720 0 Vox NONLATINALPHABET terrorem denotat & saepe illum, qui in facie regis, judicis, principis elucet. Vox terrorem Denotat & saepe Ilum, qui in fancy regis, Judges, principis elucet. fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la.
3736 0 Terror minimè potest esse in massa luti, qualis est omnis homo. Terror minimè potest esse in massa luti, qualis est omnis homo. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
3772 0 Eloquentia mea non erit tibi gravis. Vulg: Eloquence mea non erit tibi gravis. Vulgar: np1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
3781 0 NONLATINALPHABET pro NONLATINALPHABET vota mea. i. e. manus plaga, ut Aleph sit addititium sive Hermanticum. Drus: Pro vota mea. i. e. manus plaga, ut Aleph sit addititium sive Hermanticum. Drus: fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la np1. np1:
3814 0 Levaterus. Levaterus. np1.
3950 0 NONLATINALPHABET a NONLATINALPHABET Tegere & pretegere unde NONLATINALPHABET portus, in quo naves sunt tectae et ••iae a vento. Merc: a Tegere & pretegere unde portus, in quo naves sunt tectae et ••iae a Vento. Mercy: dt np1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la dt fw-it. np1:
3984 0 NONLATINALPHABET ex Rabinico verbo NONLATINALPHABET exponunt quod significat pectere & se mundare. Lotus ego. Targ: Tersus ego sum. Coc: ex Rabinico verbo exponunt quod significat pectere & se mundare. Lotus ego. Targum: Tersus ego sum. Coc: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
3998 0 NONLATINALPHABET, pravitas est rectitudini opposita. , pravitas est rectitudini Opposita. , fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
4146 0 Quaerit adversum me et invenit confractiones, i.e. ut confringat et irrita faciat omnia mea studia, instituta et conatu•, ut nihil ossequar eorum, quae quaero et instituo. Merc: Ecce confractiones adversum me invenit. Bez: NONLATINALPHABET confractiones, contritiones et quasi abolitiones. Sunt qui reddunt occasiones, quasi esset NONLATINALPHABET literis transpositis, alij querelas. Radix NONLATINALPHABET inde Hiphit NONLATINALPHABET fregit, confregit irritum fecit. Merc: Query adversum me et invenit confractiones, i.e. ut confringat et Irrita Faciat omnia mea Studia, Instituta et conatu•, ut nihil ossequar Their, Quae Quaero et instituo. Mercy: Ecce confractiones adversum me invenit. Bez: confractiones, Contritiones et quasi abolitiones. Sunt qui reddunt Occasiones, quasi esset literis transpositis, alij querelas. Radix inde Hiphit fregit, confregit irritum fecit. Mercy: fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la n2, fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la. np1: fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
4155 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Accusationem autem adversum me invenit. Sept: Qui querelas am•t, quaerit occasiones unde illas excitat. Bold: Deus studiosè quaesivit ansam me persequendi. . Accusationem autem adversum me invenit. Sept: Qui querelas am•t, Query Occasiones unde Illas excitat. Bold: Deus studiosè quaesivit ansam me persequendi. . fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la. np1: fw-fr n1 av, fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 vvi. j: fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 pno11 fw-la.
4266 0 Cognoscetis confractionem meam; si dici possit latinè irritationem; non a verbo irrito sed ab adjectivo irritus, q.d. videbitis ut ego omnia a••a vestra per hos quadraginta annos irrita faciam, & conatus ac instituto impediam. Merc: You will know confractionem meam; si dici possit latinè irritationem; non a verbo irrito sed ab adjectivo irritus, Q.d Videbitis ut ego omnia a••a Vestra per hos Quadraginta annos Irrita faciam, & conatus ac instituto impediam. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-es fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
4296 0 Ecce invenit in me vacillationes. Scult: NONLATINALPHABET vocat ea quae pij faciunt praeter rectum, sed citra animum a deo aversum, &c. Coc: Ecce invenit in me vacillationes. Scult: vocat ea Quae pij faciunt praeter rectum, sed citra animum a God aversum, etc. Coc: fw-la fw-la p-acp pno11 fw-la. j: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la dt fw-la fw-la, av np1:
4299 0 Quaesivit deus parva quaedam, imo penè nulla peccata propter quae, velut si nefanda crimina commisissem, atroci me sententia condemnavit. Bold: Quaesivit deus parva quaedam, imo penè nulla Peccata propter Quae, velut si nefanda Crimes commisissem, atroci me sententia condemnavit. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la. j:
4380 0 Secundum veritatem neutrū diuit Job in sensu quem imponit in Elihu. Secundum veritatem neutrū diuit Job in sensu Whom imponit in Elihu. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp np1.
4520 0 Hoc nominè justus non es, quod deum in jus provocare ausus •s. Merc: Hoc nominè justus non es, quod God in jus provocare ausus •s. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
4586 0 Majore supplicio dignus est qui male agentes laudat; quam qui male agit. Chrysost: Major Supplicio Dignus est qui male agents Laudat; quam qui male agit. Chrysostom: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j-jn n2 fw-la; fw-la fw-la n1 fw-fr. vvn:
4630 0 Respondebo tibi et reprehendam, id { que } haec plane insolubili ratione quia amplior est deus et major multis partibus homine; NONLATINALPHABET i. e. NONLATINALPHABET ampli•r est. Merc: Respondebo tibi et reprehendam, id { que } haec plane insolubili ratione quia Amplior est deus et Major multis partibus homine; i. e. ampli•r est. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la; pns11. sy. fw-la fw-la. np1:
4798 0 Finis operis licet non operantis. Finis operis licet non operantis. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
4815 0 Quae pueris ipsis de•antata sunt nobis in gravi lucta & perturbatione ut nova quaedam proponenda sunt. Mert. Quae pueris Ipse de•antata sunt nobis in gravi Lucta & perturbation ut nova quaedam proponenda sunt. Mert fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la cc n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
4823 0 NONLATINALPHABET contondere pertinet ad judicialem & forensem litem ad dei tribunal instituendam•e quod saepe pustulavit Job. contondere pertinet ad judicialem & forensem litem ad dei tribunal instituendam•e quod saepe pustulavit Job. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1.
4843 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
4847 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
4852 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
4861 0 Quid igitur ipsum vocas in judicium? omnes enim sermones ejus sunt ejusmodi, quibus contradici non possit. Theod: Graeci in prima persona NONLATINALPHABET verbis meis, & non in tertia ut nos legimus NONLATINALPHABET verbis suis; quasi Elihu mimic•s verba Jobi referat, cur cum eo ausus es contendere dicens, quia omnibus verbis meis non respondet, &c. Bold: Quid igitur ipsum vocas in judicium? omnes enim Sermons His sunt ejusmodi, quibus contradici non possit. Theod: Greeks in prima persona verbis meis, & non in tertia ut nos Legimus verbis suis; quasi Elihu mimic•s verba Job referat, cur cum eo ausus es contendere dicens, quia omnibus verbis meis non Respondet, etc. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-es fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc pix p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av j:
5043 0 Homo sub deo est conditus & ad conditionis ordinem redit, quando sibi aequitatem judicis, etiam quam non intelligit anteponit. Greg l. 13. Mor: c. 18. Homo sub God est conditus & ad conditionis ordinem Redeem, quando sibi aequitatem Judges, etiam quam non intelligit anteponit. Greg l. 13. Mor: c. 18. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 crd np1: sy. crd
5224 0 Deus nomini rationem reddere tenetur. Tanto tamen amore nos complectitur ut saepius judiciorū suorum rationes aperire dignetur, etsi id non semper observamus. Lavat: Deus nomini rationem reddere tenetur. Tanto tamen amore nos complectitur ut Saepius judiciorū suorum rationes aperire dignetur, Though id non semper observamus. Lavat: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la. fw-la:
5249 0 Dei admonitio vocu et sermonis saepe loco est, etsi non semper ipse et loquatur ut saepo veteribus patribus loqui solebat quocun { que } tandem modo admonear. Merc: Dei admonitio vocu et Sermon saepe loco est, Though non semper ipse et loquatur ut saepo veteribus Patribus loqui solebat quocun { que } tandem modo admonear. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la av. np1:
5266 0 NONLATINALPHABET in una pro NONLATINALPHABET in una vice. in una Pro in una vice. p-acp fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la.
5285 0 Semel loquitur deus, et secundo id ipsum non repetet. Vulg: Quia quod sufficienter factum est iterare superfluum est. Aq: Semel loquitur deus, et secundo id ipsum non repetet. Vulgar: Quia quod sufficienter factum est iterare superfluum est. Aqueduct: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j: fw-la fw-la jc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
5349 0 In ditabus et sc: vicibus. i. e. bis quod uno verbo dicunt NONLATINALPHABET aut secundo i. e. iterum semel iterum { que } loquitur deus una admonitione non semper contentus. Drus. In ditabus et sc: vicibus. i. e. bis quod Uno verbo dicunt Or secundo i. e. iterum semel iterum { que } loquitur deus una admonition non semper Contentus. Drus p-acp fw-la fw-la n1: fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la uh. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
5433 0 Semel loquitur deus et secundò id ipsum non repetit. Vulg. Semel loquitur deus et secundò id ipsum non repetit. Vulgar fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr. np1
5436 0 NONLATINALPHABET a radice intendit oculos prosperit, animadvertis, viderit. Semel loquitur deus et secundo illud non considerat. Scult: a radice intendit Eyes prosperit, animadvertis, viderit. Semel loquitur deus et secundo illud non considerate. Scult: dt n1 fw-la fw-la n1, n2, fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr j. j:
5448 0 Loquitur deus semel et duabus (vicibus) ad eum qui non consideravit eam. Pisc: Loquitur deus semel et Duabus (vicibus) ad Eum qui non consideravit eam. Pisc: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (fw-la) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
5455 0 NONLATINALPHABET Non viderit illud, sc: homo quod deus loquitur. Verbo hoc NONLATINALPHABET Elihu utitur sexies Job ter Zophar semel; Videtur isto verbo diligens et clara significari speculatio et observatio curiosa. Coc. Non viderit illud, sc: homo quod deus loquitur. Verbo hoc Elihu utitur sexies Job ter Zophar semel; Videtur isto verbo Diligens et Clara significari speculatio et Observatio curiosa. Coc. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, n1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la n2 n1 zz np1 fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la.
5558 0 NONLATINALPHABET pinguis grossus, ex vaporibus crassis provenit somnus, quem somnia consequun•ur. pinguis Grossus, ex vaporibus crassis provenit somnus, Whom somnia consequun•ur. fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-mi fw-fr.
5636 0 NONLATINALPHABET plus et quam NONLATINALPHABET et NONLATINALPHABET plus est quam NONLATINALPHABET Aben Ezra. plus et quam et plus est quam Ben Ezra. fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la np1 np1.
5644 0 NONLATINALPHABET aliquando simplicitèr redditur dormire; Graecè est NONLATINALPHABET propriè capite nutante dormire. Bold: aliquando simplicitèr redditur dormire; Graecè est propriè capite nutante dormire. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb; fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la n1 vvi. j:
5697 0 NONLATINALPHABET, , ,
5720 0 Ardentibus votu precatus sum ut daret mihi deus certū sensum scripturae; et pactum feci cum domino deo meo ne mihi visiones vel somnia mitteret. Luth. loci com. quartae clas•is. Ardentibus votu precatus sum ut dart mihi deus certū sensum Scriptures; et Pact Feci cum domino God meo ne mihi Visions vel somnia mitteret. Luth. loci come. quartae clas•is. fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la. np1 fw-la vvb. fw-la fw-la.
5757 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Sep. . Sep. . np1
5759 0 Quidam hanc loquendi formulam natam esso putant ex hebraeorum consuetudine, qui cum antiquis seculis prolixam alerent comam, ea { que } aures operirent, si quis arcanum Quidam hanc loquendi formulam natam esso Putant ex Hebrews Consuetudine, qui cum antiquis seculis Prolixam alerent Coman, ea { que } aures operirent, si quis arcanum fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la
5767 0 aliquid in illorum aures in susussirare vellet deducebat defluentes copillos et in apertes aures tacito •••mure aliquid instillabat. Sanct: Cinthius aurem vellit et admonuit, &c. Horat. Loquitur et audire facit. Aurem revelare vel aperire est insinuare aliquid auribus animis { que } quod intimis sensibus reponendum sit. Clariorem et penetrantiorem insinuationem voluntatis divinae denotat. Coc: Aliquid in Illorum aures in susussirare vellet deducebat defluentes copillos et in apertes aures tacito •••mure Aliquid instillabat. Sanct: Cinthius Ear vellit et admonuit, etc. Horatio Loquitur et Audire facit. Ear revelare vel aperire est insinuare Aliquid auribus animis { que } quod intimis sensibus reponendum sit. Clariorem et penetrantiorem insinuationem voluntatis Divinae Denotat. Coc: j p-acp fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 n1 fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la j j fw-la. j: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av np1 fw-la fw-fr vvi fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
5831 0 NONLATINALPHABET signavit obsignavit; confirmavit perfecit. signavit obsignavit; confirmavit perfecit. fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la.
6716 0 Multitude ossium dicitur pro omnibus ossibus quam mult• sunt. Coc: Multitude ossium dicitur Pro omnibus ossibus quam mult• sunt. Coc: n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1:
5836 0 NONLATINALPHABET a radico NONLATINALPHABET vincivit ligavit per metaphoram castigavit erudivit, corripuit verbis aut verberibus. a radico vincivit ligavit per metaphoram castigavit erudivit, Corripuit verbis Or verberibus. dt n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
5841 0 Disciplinameorum velut impresso sigillo consignat. Tygur: Disciplinameorum velut impresso Sigillo consignat. Tiger: fw-la fw-la n1 uh n1. np1:
5843 0 Phrasis obsignandi eruditionem, denotat efficaciter crudire sc: ut non concedatur ei qui cruditur non attendere et vim eruditionis non sentire. Coc: Phrase obsignandi eruditionem, Denotat efficaciter crudire sc: ut non concedatur ei qui cruditur non attendere et vim eruditionis non sentire. Coc: n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvi vvi: fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
5852 0 Castigationem eorum obsignat. i, e. significat eis se certo eos castigaturum nisi a peccato destiterint, non secus ac si sententiam hanc literis mandasset, eas { que } literas obsignasset. Pisc: Vellicans ipsorū aures et imminentes ipsis castigationes an ••is ipsorum insculpens. Bez: Castigationem Their obsignat. i, e. significat eis se certo eos castigaturum nisi a Peccato destiterint, non secus ac si sententiam hanc literis mandasset, eas { que } literas obsignasset. Pisc: Vellicans Ipsorum aures et imminentes Ipse castigationes an ••is Ipsorum insculpens. Bez: fw-la fw-la fw-la. pns11, sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la dt n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la { fw-fr } n2-av fw-la. np1: ng1 n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la dt fw-la fw-la vvz. np1:
5884 0 NONLATINALPHABET auferre erit, vel mutare in melius. Auferre erit, vel mutare in Better. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la.
5891 0 NONLATINALPHABET a NONLATINALPHABET fecit. a fecit. dt fw-la.
5895 0 Ʋt a m•v•a• homo opus, sc• suum et animu• malum. Iun: Ʋt a m•v•a• homo opus, sc• suum et animu• malum. June: vvd dt n1 fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1:
5897 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Sept: . Sept: . np1:
5911 0 Ʋt avertat hominem ab iis qu• fecit. Vulg. Ʋt Avert hominem ab iis qu• fecit. Vulgar vvn fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1
6033 0 NONLATINALPHABET texit operuit, imponendo aliquid quo tegas. texit operuit, imponendo Aliquid quo tegas. fw-la fw-la, fw-la j fw-la fw-la.
6044 0 NONLATINALPHABET superbia excellentia. superbia Excellence. fw-la fw-la.
6053 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
6183 0 NONLATINALPHABET idem at { que } NONLATINALPHABET. Hinc illud pindari, NONLATINALPHABET. Quid est Aliquis? i. e. qui se putat esse aliquam. NONLATINALPHABET. Ʋmbrae somnium homo Hinc illud. Est filius alicujus. i. e. egregij viri, non è media turba aut terrae filius. Et illud. Fac ut me velis esse aliquem. Cic: Lib 3. ad Atticum Epist: 52. idem At { que }. Hinc illud pindari,. Quid est Aliquis? i. e. qui se putat esse aliquam.. Ʋmbrae Somnium homo Hinc illud. Est filius alicujus. i. e. egregij viri, non è media turba Or terrae filius. Et illud. Fac ut me velis esse aliquem. Cic: Lib 3. and Atticum Epistle: 52. fw-la p-acp { fw-fr }. fw-la fw-la fw-la,. fw-la fw-la fw-la? sy. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1: np1 crd cc np1 vvn: crd
6322 0 Quia natione coelestis sublim•um animos inhabitat. Hugo. Quia Nation coelestis sublim•um Animos inhabitat. Hugo. fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1.
6368 0 Optimum est non nasci proximum cito mori. Optimum est non Nasci Proximum Quick Mori. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
6505 0 NONLATINALPHABET ita prohibere significat ut cum do initio dicitur prohibetur, no quid omnino à principio fiat: quod propriè inhibere dicitur: hic autem non ad initium refertur, sed ad jam caeptum, quasi jam esset homo in via ad exitium nisi deus eum monuisset. Coc: ita prohibere significat ut cum doe initio dicitur prohibetur, no quid Omnino à principio fiat: quod propriè inhibere dicitur: hic autem non ad Initium refertur, sed ad jam caeptum, quasi jam esset homo in via ad Exitium nisi deus Eum monuisset. Coc: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, uh-dx fw-la uh fw-fr fw-la n1: fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
6532 0 NONLATINALPHABET foveat, corruptio, mors. foveat, Corruption, mors. n1, fw-la, fw-la.
6533 0 Eruens animam ejus a corruptione. Vulg. Eruens animam His a corruption. Vulgar fw-la fw-la fw-la dt n1. np1
6538 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Sept. Prohibebit animam ejus a fovea. Targ. . Sept Prohibebit animam His a Foetum. Targum . np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la dt n1. np1
6543 0 Videre foveam est amplius quā sepeliri, nimirū ut is demum perfectè dicatur videre foveam, non qui ad tempus est, in fovea, sed qui ejus vim corruptricem experitur, sive videt corruptionem in ea; videre enim est sentire sive pati aliquid. Coc. To see Foetum est Amplius quā sepeliri, nimirū ut is demum perfectè dicatur To see Foetum, non qui ad Tempus est, in Foetum, sed qui His vim corruptricem experitur, sive videt corruptionem in ea; To see enim est sentire sive pati Aliquid. Coc. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j. fw-la.
6555 0 Fovea denotat omnia vitae discrimina. Pin. Fovea Denotat omnia vitae discrimina. Pin. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
6577 0 Nomen gladii hoc in loco generalitèr denotare puto, quicquid pungit, percutit, torquet cruciat vel affilgit. Bold. Nome gladii hoc in loco generalitèr denotare puto, quicquid pungit, Persecuteth, torquet cruciate vel affilgit. Bold. fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-fr, n1 n1 fw-la fw-la. j.
6586 0 Transire in gladium est idem quod incidere in manus et tela hostium, et cadere in bello. Gladius NONLATINALPHABET vocatur quasi missite telum. Drus. Transire in Gladium est idem quod incidere in manus et Tela Enemies, et Cadere in bello. Gladius vocatur quasi missite telum. Drus n1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1
6646 0 NONLATINALPHABET a reguit reprehendit, corripuit verbis sive factis. a reguit reprehendit, Corripuit verbis sive factis. dt fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1.
6674 0 NONLATINALPHABET doluit corpore vel animo. doluit corpore vel animo. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
8685 0 NONLATINALPHABET a radice NONLATINALPHABET a radice dt n1
6738 0 In multitudine ossium ejus est fortis. i. e. acris acerbus dolor. In multitudine ossium His est fortis. i. e. acris acerbus dolour. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la n1.
6742 0 Legendo vocem NONLATINALPHABET et lis ossium ejus vehemens est. i. e. dolor ossium ejus per quem cum ipso velut litigat. Pisc. Sunt ex Hebraeis qui NONLATINALPHABET multitudo, quia per י scribatur NONLATINALPHABET etsi legatur per ו exponunt pro contentione, quasi deus cumossibus ejus contendat. Merc: Legendo vocem et Lies ossium His Violent est. i. e. dolour ossium His per Whom cum ipso velut litigat. Pisc Sunt ex Hebraeis qui multitudo, quia per י scribatur Though legatur per ו exponunt Pro contention, quasi deus cumossibus His contendat. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la vvz fw-la fw-la ng2 fw-la. sy. sy. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1 fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
6830 0 NONLATINALPHABET Desiderabile bene sanum et bene curatum corpus denotat. Desiderabile bene Sanum et bene curatum corpus Denotat. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
6887 0 Vox NONLATINALPHABET Syra est, notat nauseare facere nam NONLATINALPHABET sordes scoriam excrementum quicquid sordicum et immundum est vel in humano corpore vel ex eo excretū. Drus: Merc: Vox Syria est, Notat nauseare facere nam sordes scoriam excrementum quicquid sordicum et Immundum est vel in Human corpore vel ex eo excretū. Drus: Mercy: fw-la np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: np1:
6994 0 NONLATINALPHABET sonuit consenuit in piet consumsit. sonuit consenuit in Piet consumsit. vvi n1 p-acp fw-la fw-la.
7019 0 Quid si carnem consum• à visu, per elegantom hyperbelen esset, tam manifestè indies marc•ssere, ut quasi ab ipso respicientis oculo consumi videatur. Bold: Quid si Carnem consum• à visu, per elegantom hyperbelen esset, tam manifestè indies marc•ssere, ut quasi ab ipso respicientis oculo consumi Videatur. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-fr fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-mi fw-la, fw-la fw-fr n1 fw-fr, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la ng1. j:
7126 0 Et comminuentur ossa ejus, non videntur; interpretantes vocem NONLATINALPHABET in significatione Syriaca. Pisc. Significationē Syriacam malo quam omnes penè hebraei sequuntur. Merc: Et comminuentur ossa His, non videntur; interpretantes vocem in signification Syriaca. Pisc Significationē Syriac Malo quam omnes penè Hebrews sequuntur. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la. np1 fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
7168 0 NONLATINALPHABET Corruptioni sepulchrum a graecis vocatur Sarcophagus. Corruptioni Sepulchre a graecis vocatur Sarcophagus. np1 fw-la dt fw-la fw-la np1.
7208 0 NONLATINALPHABET Mortificantibus. Mont: Mortificantibus. Mont: fw-la. zz:
7212 0 Ad Angelos morti praefectos non incommodè resertur sequentis versiculi ratione habita, ubi Angeli vitam annunciantis unius de mille mentionem facit, ut NONLATINALPHABET intelligas mortis •umcios. Merc: Ad Angels morti Prefects non incommodè resertur sequentis versiculi ratione Habita, ubi Angeli vitam annunciantis unius de mille mentionem facit, ut intelligas mortis •umcios. Mercy: fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
7244 0 Praestat generale est et ad omnia mortis signa et mortifera, quicquid illud sit referre. Merc: Praestat generale est et ad omnia mortis Signs et Deadly, quicquid illud sit refer. Mercy: fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb. np1:
7257 0 NONLATINALPHABET a NONLATINALPHABET haec vox ex eo nata videter, quod simus morti subjecti; Ita et a Graecis NONLATINALPHABET et à latinù mortalu usurpatus. Martyn: a haec vox ex eo Nata videter, quod Simus morti Subject; Ita et a Graecis et à latinù mortalu usurpatus. Martyn: dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1; fw-la fw-la dt fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-la. np1:
7366 0 Hypothetica locutio significat libertatem dei in conferendo hoc beneficio. Indicatio contingit quibus deus vult. Coc. NONLATINALPHABET inde NONLATINALPHABET missus legatus nuncius. Hypothetical Locution significat libertatem dei in conferendo hoc Benefit. Indicatio contingit quibus deus vult. Coc. inde missus legatus nuncius. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
7382 0 Vides quam clarè hoc loco Elihu de Christo concionetur; per quem omnis conscientia, quontumcun { que } per legem occisa vivificatur per quem omnis crux vitae et liberationis initium est. Brent: Vides quam clarè hoc loco Elihu de Christ concionetur; per Whom omnis conscientia, quontumcun { que } per legem occisa vivificatur per Whom omnis crux vitae et liberationis Initium est. Brent: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvd:
7407 0 Nuncius est propheta aliquis seu doctor à deo missus. Pisc: Nuncius est Propheta aliquis seu Doctor à God missus. Pisc: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la. np1:
7417 0 Apostolus hic non specialis muneris, sed generale nomen est, missum cum mandatis significans. Grot: Apostles hic non Specialis muneris, sed generale Nome est, missum cum mandatis significans. Grot: np1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1:
7452 0 NONLATINALPHABET dulcuit inde NONLATINALPHABET oratorem vel interpretem significat, qui• dicentis sermones dulces auditoribus sunt. Novar; dulcuit inde oratorem vel interpretem significat, qui• dicentis Sermons dulces auditoribus sunt. Novar; n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1;
7465 0 NONLATINALPHABET cortè est advocatus quem Chaldaei vocant NONLATINALPHABET paracletum, significat eadem voce oratorem Rhetorem. Drus: cortè est Advocatus Whom Chaldaei Vocant Paracletum, significat Same voce oratorem Rhetorem. Drus: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la. np1:
7542 0 Hi nuncii rari sunt ita ut ex mille hominibus, vix unus reperiatur, qui munere illo rectè fungi possit. Pisc: Him nuncii rari sunt ita ut ex mille hominibus, vix Unus reperiatur, qui munere illo rectè fungi possit. Pisc: pno31 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
7648 0 Equitatem illius. i. e. dei, qua omnia et nominatim ipsos laborantes regit et gubernat. Jun: Equitatem Illius. i. e. dei, qua omnia et Nominatim ipsos Laborantes regit et Governor. Jun: fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la av fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
7674 0 Quid ipsum facere pro officio oporteat. Bez: Quid hominem agere, aequum sit, sc: ut agnitis peccatis dei gratiam propter merita salvatoris imploret. Scult. Quid ipsum facere Pro Officio oporteat. Bez: Quid hominem agere, Aequum sit, sc: ut agnitis peccatis dei gratiam propter Merita Salvatoris imploret. Scult. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, np1-n: fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. j.
7762 0 Hoc de nuncio dicitur non de deo; aptè enim tribuitur nuncio etinterpreti voluntatis dei ut miscreatur hominis in summo vitae discrimine constituti. Merl: Et de gratia eum alloquutus dixerit redime cum nec descēdat in soveam expiatione (quam) inveni. Jun: Summa orationis quae apud deum pro afflictis, habenda est. Jun: Hoc de nuncio dicitur non de God; aptè enim tribuitur nuncio etinterpreti voluntatis dei ut miscreatur hominis in Summo vitae Discrimine constituti. Merl: Et de Gratia Eum alloquutus dixerit redime cum nec descēdat in soveam expiatione (quam) Inveni. Jun: Summa orationis Quae apud God Pro afflictis, Habenda est. Jun: fw-la fw-fr n1 fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la ng1 fw-la p-acp j fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la (fw-la) fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1:
7794 0 NONLATINALPHABET Misertus, gratificatus, gratia prosecutus fuit, ex gratia donavit benesecit. Misertus, gratificatus, Gratia prosecuted fuit, ex Gratia donavit benesecit. fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
7810 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Gratis i. e. ejus gratia. Bez: . Gratis i. e. His Gratia. Bez: . av pns11. sy. fw-la fw-la. np1:
7870 0 Si aegrotus ille monitis illius nuncij paruerit ac proinde resipuerit, tum &c. Pisc: Si Sick Isle Monitis Illius nuncij paruerit ac Therefore resipuerit, tum etc. Pisc: fw-mi fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la, fw-la av np1:
7945 0 NONLATINALPHABET idē quod NONLATINALPHABET redemit liberavit verbum NONLATINALPHABET non alias reperitur, et pro ratione loci intelligitto et exponitur pro NONLATINALPHABET Merc: idē quod Redeemeth liberavit verbum non alias reperitur, et Pro ratione loci intelligitto et exponitur Pro Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la av fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1:
7976 0 Sequestrem illum Jubebit ei renunciare impetratum esse sibi liberationem. Bez: Sequestrem Ilum Jubebit ei renunciare impetratum esse sibi liberationem. Bez: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
8071 0 Verbum NONLATINALPHABET denotet expiationem, aut redemptionem, tum, etiam pretium quod pro redemptione offertur. Significat etiam cooperire linire, aut operire bitumine, quasi pristinam faciē rei alicujus aut immunditiem abscondere; quod elegantèr refertur ad ab stertionem peccati. Pined: Verbum denotet expiationem, Or redemptionem, tum, etiam Price quod Pro redemption offertur. Significat etiam cooperire linire, Or operire bitumine, quasi pristinam facien rei alicujus Or immunditiem abscondere; quod elegantèr refertur ad ab stertionem peccati. Pined: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvd:
8089 0 Graeci dicunt NONLATINALPHABET quod non est aliud quam sanguis Christi, in quem et vetores crediderunt. Merc: Greeks dicunt quod non est Aliud quam sanguis Christ, in Whom et vetores crediderunt. Mercy: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvn fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
8096 0 Apparet in homine aliquid aequitatis, ex quo ei miserer• possum, quam quaerebam. Aquin: Appears in homine Aliquid aequitatis, ex quo ei miserer• possum, quam quaerebam. Aquinas: np1 p-acp fw-la j fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1:
8120 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
8138 0 Ecclesia ex Judaeis paritèr ac gentibus collecta, quasi speculum est in qu• contemplantur Angeli mirì ficam dei sapientiam, quam antea nesciebant. Cato. Ecclesia ex Judaeis paritèr ac gentibus Collecta, quasi speculum est in qu• contemplantur Angeli mirì ficam dei sapientiam, quam Antea nesciebant. Cato. np1 fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1.
8266 0 NONLATINALPHABET mollitur, recreatus fuit, alibi quam hic non legitur. Ex NONLATINALPHABET quod virentem significat ac vegetū (ut cap: 8. 16. ) et NONLATINALPHABET quod syriacè significat crescere, q. d. revirescet plantarum more et germinum. Merc: mollitur, recreatus fuit, alibi quam hic non legitur. Ex quod virentem significat ac vegetū (ut cap: 8. 16.) et quod syriacè significat crescere, q. worser. revirescet Plantarum more et germinum. Mercy: fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (fw-la fw-es: crd crd) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvd. sy. fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1:
8282 0 Notat perfectissimum sanitatis modum, qui nullum transacti morbi vestigium relinquit. Mert: Notat perfectissimum sanitatis modum, qui nullum transacti Morbi vestigium relinquit. Mert: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
8372 0 NONLATINALPHABET multiplicavit, propriè verba fortia et magnacopia fudit in oratione. inde NONLATINALPHABET supplices. Zeph. 3.10. multiplicavit, propriè verba Fortia et magnacopia fudit in oration. inde supplices. Zephaniah 3.10. fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 n1 p-acp n1. fw-la fw-la. np1 crd.
8464 0 NONLATINALPHABET Graecis est, NONLATINALPHABET, significat vehementer velle ac delectari. Merc: Graecis est,, significat Forcefully velle ac delectari. Mercy: fw-la fw-la,, fw-la n1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la. np1:
8542 0 Videbit deus faciem ejus cum laetitia, i. e. hilaritèr cum intuebitur, vultu laeto et facili eum respiciet, cum ante vultum iratus avertebat. Merc: Videbit deus Face His cum Laetitia, i. e. hilaritèr cum intuebitur, vultu laeto et Facili Eum respiciet, cum ante vultum Angered avertebat. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, sy. sy. vvb fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
8557 0 Et videbit (homo) faciem dei cum jubilo. Merc: Et videbit (homo) Face dei cum jubilo. Mercy: fw-la fw-la (fw-la) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
8570 0 Facies dei iram, quando { que } favorem notat. Drus: Fancies dei iram, quando { que } favorem Notat. Drus: n2 fw-la fw-la, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la. np1:
8608 0 Videre faciem dei, nihil aliud est quam sentire apud animum suum deum propitium. Coc: In Jubilo. i. e. in quodam inexplicabili gaudio. Aquin: To see Face dei, nihil Aliud est quam sentire apud animum suum God propitium. Coc: In Jubilo. i. e. in Quodam inexplicabili gaudio. Aquinas: np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la vvn fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: p-acp fw-la. sy. sy. p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la. np1:
8712 0 Reddet justitiam. i. e. praemium justitiae. Drus: Reddet justitiam. i. e. Premium justitiae. Drus: fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la. np1:
8736 0 Justiam, quam ei confert in Christo, reputans eum pro justo. Jun: Justiam, quam ei confert in Christ, reputans Eum Pro Justo. Jun: fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
8751 0 Non enim ablata justitia redditur sed ablatae justitiae sensus. Coc: Non enim ablata justitia redditur sed ablatae justitiae sensus. Coc: fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
8828 0 NONLATINALPHABET a radice NONLATINALPHABET inspexit, intentis et fixis oculis intuitus est. a radice inspexit, intents et fixis oculis intuitus est. dt n1 fw-la, n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
8834 0 Qui hoc modo afflictus fuit, resipiscens intuetur homines et diciter. Drus: Qui hoc modo afflictus fuit, resipiscens intuetur homines et diciter. Drus: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
8836 0 Fructum alium miserecordiae domini in afflictum subjungit, quod ille liberatus, et culpam suam coram caeteris hominibus agnoscet et dei miserecordiam in se confitebitur ut alios aedificet, &c. Merc: Fruit Alium miserecordiae domini in afflictum subjungit, quod Isle Liberatus, et Fault suam coram caeteris hominibus agnoscet et dei miserecordiam in se confitebitur ut Alioth aedificet, etc. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la, av np1:
8906 0 NONLATINALPHABET curvus obliquus contortus perversus. Latini dicunt curvos mores. curvus obliquus contortus perversus. Latini dicunt curvos mores. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
8924 0 Peccavi et rectum torrificavi. Cajet: Praevaricatus sum à probitate. Tygur: Peccavi et rectum torrificavi. Cajetan: Praevaricatus sum à probitate. Tiger: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: np1 fw-la fw-fr j. np1:
8931 0 Peccatores se esse pleri { que } confitentur etiam qui se vel peccasse non credunt. Greg: l. 24. Moral: c: 12. Peccatores see esse pleri { que } confitentur etiam qui se vel peccasse non credunt. Greg: l. 24. Moral: c: 12. n2 vvb fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: n1 crd j: sy: crd
8977 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
8989 0 NONLATINALPHABET potest esse verbum, potest esse et nomen faemininum. Ʋnde sensus est, non accepi tantundem, non reposita est mihi par paena pro peccato meo. Coc: Non dignè in me inquisivit pro his quae poccavi. Sept: potest esse verbum, potest esse et Nome faemininum. Ʋnde sensus est, non accepi Tantundem, non reposita est mihi par paena Pro Peccato meo. Coc: Non dignè in me inquisivit Pro his Quae poccavi. Sept: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1: fw-fr fw-fr p-acp pno11 fw-la fw-la png31 fw-la fw-la. np1:
9013 0 Verbum NONLATINALPHABET expono, profuit non fuit mihi conducibilo quod peccaram. Merc: Verbum expono, profuit non fuit mihi conducibilo quod peccaram. Mercy: fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
9074 0 Ju•ta hanc loctionem erit etiamnū hic versus ex cōfessione restituti aegri dei in se summam beneficentiam agnosc•ntis. Merc: Ju•ta hanc loctionem erit etiamnū hic versus ex Confessi restituti Sick dei in se summam beneficentiam agnosc•ntis. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
9093 0 Videre lucem periphrasis est vitae; sicut è contrario tenebrae sunt symbolum mortis. Pined: To see lucem periphrasis est vitae; sicut è contrario tenebrae sunt Symbol mortis. Pined: np1 fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvd:
9182 0 NONLATINALPHABET operatus est egit, perfecit, usurpatur etiam pro gubernatione rerum creatarum. Operatus est egit, perfecit, usurpatur etiam Pro gubernatione rerum creatarum. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
9219 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
9222 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Sept: NONLATINALPHABET. Schol. . Sept:. Schol. . np1:. np1
9234 0 Tiibus vicibus, i. e. multoties, sed utitur numero ternorio, ut congruat humanae consuetudini, per quam solent homines ter moneri vel citari. Aquin: Tiibus vicibus, i. e. multoties, sed utitur numero ternorio, ut congruat humanae consuetudini, per quam solent homines ter moneri vel citari. Aquinas: fw-la fw-la, sy. sy. n2, fw-la fw-la fw-it fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j fw-la zz fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
9240 0 NONLATINALPHABET non quelibet virū importat, sed ut plurimum nob•lem illustrem, vel aliqua ratione spectabilem. Bold: non quelibet virū Importat, sed ut plurimum nob•lem illustrem, vel Any ratione spectabilem. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
9248 0 q. d. unicun { que } hominum solet deus praedicta suae voluntatis judicia manifestare, ut sit oratio distributiva. Bold: q. worser. unicun { que } hominum Solent deus praedicta suae voluntatis Judicia manifestare, ut sit oratio distributiva. Bold: vvd. sy. fw-fr { fw-fr } fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
9298 0 Rabbi Solom: colligit tertantum homini ignoscere deum; at quarto si ad peccandum redierit esse quod sibi•à gehenna timeat; et id esse putat quod hoc loco ab Elihu dicatur. Rabbi Solomon: colligit tertantum Homini ignoscere God; At quarto si ad peccandum redierit esse quod sibi•à gehenna Timeat; et id esse putat quod hoc loco ab Elihu dicatur. np1 np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la.
9361 0 Nomen NONLATINALPHABET non sumitur pro quibuslibet hominibus hac vita fruentibus, sed pro divi•ibus potentibu•, vivere est vigere, valere. Sunt qui ad futuram vitā referunt, sed id s•nam quidem Allegoricè intelligi, postquam ad literam de hac vita intellecteru. Merc: Nome non sumitur Pro quibuslibet hominibus hac vita fruentibus, sed Pro divi•ibus potentibu•, vivere est vigere, Valere. Sunt qui ad futuram vitā referunt, sed id s•nam quidem Allegoricè intelligi, Postquam ad Literam de hac vita intellecteru. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la n2. np1:
9436 0 NONLATINALPHABET magnam mentis attentionem donotat, quae sit cum gestu, puta aurium arrectione. Cornel: a Lap: in Pro: 2.3. magnam mentis attentionem donotat, Quae sit cum gestu, puta aurium arrectione. Cornelius: a Lap: in Pro: 2.3. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-ge, fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1: dt n1: p-acp fw-la: crd.
9444 0 NONLATINALPHABET auscultavit, exaudivit, dicto obediens fuit, paruit. auscultavit, exaudivit, Dicto Obedient fuit, paruit. n1, fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la, n1.
9468 0 NONLATINALPHABET fodit, fundum aravit. Metaphoricè, cogitavi•, fodit cogitatione, intentus vel attentus fuit rei alicujus cōficiendae, sicut orator praeparat terram ante seminatorem. fodit, fundum aravit. Metaphoricè, cogitavi•, fodit cogitation, intentus vel attentus fuit rei alicujus cōficiendae, sicut orator Praeparat terram ante seminatorem. n1, fw-la fw-la. np1, n1, n1 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
9478 0 Vidatur Jobin se avertisse, vel displicētiae signum dedisse, illum igitur ad so audiendum invitat. Scult: Vidatur Jobin se avertisse, vel displicētiae signum dedisse, Ilum igitur ad so audiendum invitat. Scult: np1 np1 fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la av fw-la fw-la. j:
9594 0 Artificiosa prohibitio per concessionem. Simile est illud poetae. I, sequere Italiam ventis, pete regna per undas. Virgil: Aeniad. 4to. Artificiosa prohibitio per concessionem. Simile est illud poetae. I, Sequere Italiam ventis, pete regna per undas. Virgil: Aeniad. 4to. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. pns11, vvi fw-la fw-la, fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: np1. fw-la.
9635 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
9636 0 Non mihi volupi est, ut tu im causam injustā estendam, velim enim esse justam nec esse in te quod reprehendi possit. Merc: NONLATINALPHABET est non modo pietatis sed et veritatis laudem tribuere; significat se magis propendere ad defendendum quam increpandum. Coc: Non mihi volupi est, ut tu im Causam injustā estendam, velim enim esse justam nec esse in te quod reprehendi possit. Mercy: est non modo pietatis sed et veritatis Laudem tribuere; significat se magis propendere ad defendendum quam increpandum. Coc: fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
9678 0 Verbum justificare sumitur pro justitiam exercere, justè ac recte procedere. q. d. statui apud me juxta aequitatis leges tecum agere. Bold: Verbum justificare sumitur Pro justitiam exercere, justè ac recte procedere. q. worser. statui apud me juxta aequitatis leges tecum agere. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
9730 0 NONLATINALPHABET In Kal dis•ere in Piel docere hinc Aleph Paedagogus, antecassor dux, doctor, qui aliis solet praeire sicut Aleph prima litera reliquas antecedit. In Kal dis•ere in Piel docere hinc Aleph Pedagogue, antecassor dux, Doctor, qui Others Solent praeire sicut Aleph prima Letter reliquas antecedit. p-acp np1 vbdr p-acp np1 fw-la fw-la np1 n1, n1 fw-fr, n1, fw-la fw-la n1 n1 fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
9845 0 NONLATINALPHABET est auribus percipere five aurizare, si fas esset ita loqui. Rab: Mord - Et quia auribus velut brachijs staterae ponderantur quae audivimus, ipsae bilances eodem quo aures nomine NONLATINALPHABET appellantur. Et verbum audiendi ponderare significat. Bold: est auribus percipere five aurizare, si fas esset ita loqui. Rab: Mord - Et quia auribus velut brachijs staterae ponderantur Quae audivimus, ipsae bilances Eodem quo aures nomine appellantur. Et verbum Audiendi ponderare significat. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la crd j-jn, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: np1 - fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
9870 0 Sapientum est velle discere. Sages est velle discere. fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la.
9908 0 NONLATINALPHABET pericula fecit, probavit. pericula fecit, probavit. fw-la fw-la, fw-la.
9936 0 Sapientia est sapida scientia. Sapientia est sapida scientia. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
9953 0 Auris interna dicitur NONLATINALPHABET, quae vox alibi legitur in Graeca editione pro NONLATINALPHABET, cum sit ipsa mens, quae verba et res dijudicat. Drus. Auris Interna dicitur, Quae vox alibi legitur in Graeca edition Pro, cum sit ipsa Mens, Quae verba et Rest dijudicat. Drus np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp np1 n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
9962 0 Aurem audientem dicit auditorem verbi obedientem. Beda. Ear audientem dicit auditorem verbi obedientem. Beda. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1.
10052 0 Cum eo vivere non possum cui palatum magis sapiat quam cor. Plutarchus in vita Catonis. Cum eo vivere non possum cui Palatum magis sapiat quam cor. Plutarchus in vita Catonis. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp fw-la np1.
10080 0 In diebus electionum tuarum. Mont: In diebus electionum tuarum. Mont: p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la. zz:
10086 0 Judicium est causae inquisitio. Judicium pro aequo. Merc. Judicium est causae Inquisition. Judicium Pro Aequo. Mercy fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
10089 0 Communis hic sit nobis propositus scopus, ut accurata judicij lance quae hactenus in hac causa dicta sunt probemus, & quod optimum est approbemus. Scult: Communis hic sit nobis propositus Scope, ut accurata judicij lance Quae Hactenus in hac causa dicta sunt probemus, & quod optimum est approbemus. Scult: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la av p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
10184 0 Vocabulum NONLATINALPHABET quia certitudinem et firmam asseverationem hic importat q.d. profecto equidem, verè, ceriè Job dixit, Justus sum. Pined: Vid: c. 33 8, 9. where this poynt is also discussed. Vocabulum quia certitudinem et firmam asseverationem hic Importat Q.d profecto equidem, verè, ceriè Job dixit, Justus sum. Pined: Vid: c. 33 8, 9. where this point is also discussed. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-fr n1 fw-la, np1 n1. vvd: p-acp: sy. crd crd, crd n1 d n1 vbz av vvn.
10218 0 Intelligitur justitia per fidem mediatoris spiritus sancti Arrabone confirmata; Ne { que } enim aliam potuit habero Job, qui suam claris verbis amoliretur. Coc: Intelligitur justitia per fidem Mediatoris spiritus sancti Arrabone confirmata; Ne { que } enim aliam Potuit habero Job, qui suam Claris verbis amoliretur. Coc: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la; ccx { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
10273 0 NONLATINALPHABET est auserre declinare, divertere subvertere. est auserre declinare, divertere subvertere. zz vvi fw-la, fw-mi fw-mi.
10352 0 In judicando enim me mendacium est. Vulg: In judicando enim me Mendacium est. Vulgar: p-acp fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la. j:
15926 0 Ideo ad Deum dici debet perfero, non disrumpam. Bez. Ideo ad God dici debet perfero, non disrumpam. Bez fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1
10357 0 Super judi•ium meum faciam mentiri. i. e. falsi arguam hominem qui volet m•cum contendere. Cajet: Item Chald: Super judi•ium meum faciam mentiri. i. e. False arguam hominem qui volet m•cum contendere. Cajetan: Item Chald: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1: n1 vvd:
10360 0 In judicio meo mentior. Pisc. Probarem si mentiri hoc sensu de persona dici inveniretur nam de re usurpari certum est. Drus: In Judicio meo mentior. Pisc Probarem si mentiri hoc sensu de persona dici inveniretur nam de re usurpari certum est. Drus: p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
10376 0 In Jure meo mentior. i. e. quum innocentiam meam defendo putor mentiri. Pisc: In Jure meo mentior. i. e. Whom innocentiam meam defendo putor mentiri. Pisc: p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
10383 0 An par est ut montiar super innocentia moa? Vatabl: an par est ut montiar super Innocence moa? Vatable: dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1? np1:
10438 0 Gravissima est sagitta mea absque transgressione. Bez: Gravissima est sagitta mea absque Transgression. Bez: fw-la fw-la uh fw-la fw-la n1. np1:
10441 0 Hanc sagittam Elihu vocat NONLATINALPHABET i. e. gravem doloratam pessimè habentem hinc Enosh homo ab infirmitate et fragilitate dictus. Hanc sagittam Elihu vocat i. e. Gravem doloratam pessimè habentem hinc Enosh homo ab Infirmity et fragilitate dictus. fw-la n1 np1 fw-la pns11. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la.
10453 0 NONLATINALPHABET denotat grave scelus vel Apostasi•m. Scult: Denotat grave scelus vel Apostasi•m. Scult: fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
10564 0 NONLATINALPHABET non pro quolibet homine sumitur sed pro claro & sepiente. non Pro quolibet homine sumitur sed Pro claro & sepiente. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc j.
10589 0 Quis ita ridetur et sannis exxipitur ut Job? bibit subsannationem id est subsannatur. Drus: Significat Jobux ad se ridendum omnes provocare cum talibus sermonibus utitur. Merc: Quis ita ridetur et sannis exxipitur ut Job? bibit subsannationem id est subsannatur. Drus: Significat Jobux ad se ridendum omnes provocare cum Talibus sermonibus utitur. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
10604 0 Bibere subsannationem velut aquam est esse plenum sermonibus ridiculis. Vatabl: Bibere subsannationem velut aquam est esse plenum sermonibus ridiculis. Vatable: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
10671 0 Noscitur ex comite. &c. Noscitur ex comite. etc. fw-la fw-la n1. av
10682 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
10700 0 Qua itur non qua •undum. Qua itur non qua •undum. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
10794 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
10829 0 Vtdetur principium undo ad omnia peccata feruntur improbi approbasso, est enim praemij fides non tantum futuri sed et hujus vitae magnum incitamentum ad obsequium. Coc: Vtdetur principium undo ad omnia Peccata feruntur Improbi approbasso, est enim praemij fides non Tantum Future sed et hujus vitae magnum incitamentum ad obsequium. Coc: fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
10913 0 Egregiè cordatus homo. i. e. valde sapiens. Cic: 1. Tuscul: Egregiè cordatus homo. i. e. Valde sapiens. Cic: 1. Tuscul: fw-fr fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. vvn fw-la. n1: crd np1:
10950 0 Absit a me coram domino impie ager• &c. Sept: Absit a me coram domino impie ager• etc. Sept: vvb dt pno11 fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 av np1:
10965 0 NONLATINALPHABET profanum aut pollutum esse. A deo procul est omne profanum. Affectionem indicat animi, qui scelus aliquid a se, vel ab alio deprecatur et horret. Sanct: Profanum Or pollutum esse. A God procul est omne Profanum. Affectionem indicat animi, qui scelus Aliquid a se, vel ab Alio deprecatur et Horret. Sanct: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j zz zz, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
10988 0 NONLATINALPHABET significat quodvis peccati genus, quod contra aequitatis sit normam, omnique careat legis ratione. Bold: significat quodvis peccati genus, quod contra aequitatis sit Norman, omnique Care at Legis ratione. Bold: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j:
11000 0 NONLATINALPHABET fraudem aliquando innuit. Et generaliter diutur de omni injuria omni { que } malo contra leges. fraudem aliquando innuit. Et generaliter diutur de omni injuria omni { que } Malo contra leges. fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la.
11056 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Homer: . Homer: . np1:
11108 0 NONLATINALPHABET reddero ad pacem pertinet; quae loquutio significat perfectam debiti alicujus perso lutionem. Bold: reddero ad pacem pertinet; Quae loquutio significat perfectam debiti alicujus Person lutionem. Bold: n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la zz fw-la. j:
11152 0 In semita virt inveniet eum. In semita Virtue inveniet Eum. p-acp fw-la n1 j-jn fw-la.
11157 0 Cajetanus. Cajetan. np1.
11159 0 NONLATINALPHABET via, actiones significat quatenus ad finem diriguntur: Quemadmodum via initur metae et termini causa. Emphaticè via dicuntur actiones ad certum finem directa. Coc: via, actiones significat quatenus ad finem diriguntur: Quemadmodum via initur metae et termini causa. Emphaticè via dicuntur actiones ad certum finem directa. Coc: fw-la, fw-la fw-la av fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
11276 0 NONLATINALPHABET Irgons est in origi-nali assertionu vis. Irgons est in originali assertionu vis. npg1 zz p-acp j fw-fr fw-fr.
11296 0 NONLATINALPHABET est aliquando impium pronunciare, condemnare; aliquando vero impiè agere vel iniquè quippiam facere. Merc: est aliquando Impious pronunciare, condemnare; aliquando vero impiè agere vel iniquè quippiam facere. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la. np1:
11309 0 NONLATINALPHABET detorquobit curvabit. detorquobit curvabit. fw-la fw-la.
11354 0 Judicia dei plenè nemo comprehendit, justè nemo reprehendit. August: lib: 2. de Civ: • Dei. cap: 23. Judicia dei plenè nemo comprehendit, justè nemo reprehendit. August: lib: 2. the Civ: • Dei. cap: 23. fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la, fw-fr np1 fw-la. np1: n1: crd dt crd: • fw-la. n1: crd
11394 0 NONLATINALPHABET sequento NONLATINALPHABET sumitur pro Jubere juxta morem Syriacū hinc NONLATINALPHABET praefecti. Merc: sequento sumitur Pro Jubere juxta morem Syriacū hinc Prefects. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1:
11428 0 NONLATINALPHABET posuit arto, cura, et ordine, quod est disposuit. He placed arto, Cure, et Order, quod est disposuit. n1 fw-la, fw-la, fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la n1.
11433 0 NONLATINALPHABET orbù habitabilis, NONLATINALPHABET vocant. i. e. h•mines degentes in orbe habitabili. Pisc: orbù habitabilis, Vocant. i. e. h•mines degentes in orbe habitabili. Pisc: fw-fr fw-la, av-j. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. np1:
11468 0 Ipse quam potens est conditor tam pius est moderator. Hieron: Ipse quam potens est conditor tam Pius est moderator. Hieron: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1:
11566 0 Non eget alienis adjutorijs ad regendum mundum qui non eguit ad fatiendum. Greg: Lib: 24. Moral: ca. 26. Non eget alienis adjutorijs ad regendum Mundum qui non eguit ad fatiendum. Greg: Lib: 24. Moral: circa 26. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: n1: crd j: n1 crd
11656 0 Apponere cor est vello, decernere, constituere. q. d. Si ei suus animus suggererit. Vatabl: Apponere cor est vello, decernere, constituere. q. worser. Si ei suus animus suggererit. Vatable: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-it, fw-la, fw-la. vvd. sy. fw-mi fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1:
11660 0 NONLATINALPHABET Valet contra. Si poneret concra eum cor suum. i. e. si sibi proponeret hostiliter eum aggredi. Pisc: Valet contra. Si poneret concra Eum cor suum. i. e. si sibi proponeret hostiliter Eum aggredi. Pisc: n1 fw-la. fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
11683 0 Si direxerit ad eum cor suum spiritum illius & flatum ad so trahet, Vulg. Si direxerit ad Eum cor suum spiritum Illius & flatum ad so trahet, Vulgar fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la av n1, np1
11690 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
11692 0 Spiritus animam, & flatus vitam quae ab anima provenit & conservatur significat; ego opin•r idem esse hoc loco. Sanct. Spiritus animam, & flatus vitam Quae ab anima provenit & conservatur significat; ego opin•r idem esse hoc loco. Sanct. fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
11831 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
11943 0 NONLATINALPHABET cum accentu in penultima non potest esse nomen verbale, sed infinitivus loco nominis. Si est intelligere. i. e. intelligentia. Drus: Scire tuum nihil est, &c. Juven: Videamus beato vivere vestrum quale sit. Cic: Hoc vereri perdidi. i. e. pudorem. Plaut: Non caret aculeis Apostrophe quibus Jobi attentionem excitat. Si vel mica est in te bonae mentu. Merc: Infinitivus intelligere, non plenam intelligentiam indicat, sed vel tenuissimum intellectum, qui infinitivus actionem praesentem non habitū significat. Stupidum ergo et vecordem Jobum appellat, &c. Bold: Si quid sanae mentis habes. Bez: cum accentu in penultima non potest esse Nome verbale, sed infinitivus loco Nominis. Si est intelligere. i. e. Intelligence. Drus: Scire tuum nihil est, etc. Juvenal: Videamus Beato vivere Vestrum quale fit. Cic: Hoc vereri perdidi. i. e. Pudorem. Plautus: Non caret aculeis Apostrophe quibus Job attentionem excitat. Si vel mica est in te bonae mentu. Mercy: Infinitivus intelligere, non plenam intelligentiam indicat, sed vel tenuissimum Intellectum, qui infinitivus actionem praesentem non habitū significat. Stupidum ergo et vecordem Jobum appellate, etc. Bold: Si quid Sanae mentis habes. Bez: fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-mi fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la. np1: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, av n1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 vvi. n1: fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la. np1: fw-fr fw-la n2 n1 fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la. fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, av j: fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
12044 0 NONLATINALPHABET Judicium, significat ordinem quo quicquid in loco convenienti constituitur; sic odiens judicium est, qui non subscribit divino ordini. Coc. Judicium, significat ordinem quo quicquid in loco convenienti constituitur; sic odiens judicium est, qui non subscribit divino ordini. Coc. fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la.
12048 0 NONLATINALPHABET Ligavit alligauit Dominari etiam significat, quod qui dominatur suis liget praeceptis legibusque transgressores. Pagn. Ligavit alligauit Dominari etiam significat, quod qui dominatur suis liget praeceptis legibusque transgressores. Page. fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1.
12055 0 Numquid qui non amat judicium sanari potest. Vulg. Numquid qui non amat judicium sanari potest. Vulgar fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
12059 0 An etiam odio habentis judicium obligaret ( sc. vulnus.) Jun. an etiam odio habentis judicium obligaret (sc. Wound.) Jun. dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (n1. fw-la.) np1
12062 0 An etiam is qui odio habet jus obligaret vulneratum. Pisc. an etiam is qui odio habet jus obligaret vulneratum. Pisc dt fw-la vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
12067 0 An qui odit judicium Chirurgos imitaretur. Tygur. an qui odit judicium Chirurgos imitaretur. Tiger. dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-gr fw-la. np1.
12070 0 Verbum ligandi NONLATINALPHABET sumitur pro imperare vel rerum potiri, quia qui imperant ligant, &c. Merc. Leges a ligando dicuntur. Verbum ligandi sumitur Pro Imperare vel rerum potiri, quia qui imperant ligant, etc. Mercy Leges a Ligando dicuntur. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j fw-la, av np1 fw-la dt fw-la fw-la.
12187 0 Fieri nè potest ut qui omnibus imperat, juris amans non sit, aut quicquam injuste agat. Merc: Fieri nè potest ut qui omnibus Implead, Juris amans non fit, Or quicquam injust agat. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la ng1 pix vvi, fw-la fw-la j fw-la. np1:
12193 0 Et an justum insignem impium facis? Heb: Et an Justum insignem Impious facis? Hebrew: fw-la dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? n1:
15961 0 Sed ad deum fortem, qui dicit condono, non destruam, dicendum est praeterquam quod video tu doce me, si ini quitatem operit•• sum non pe•gam. Merl. said ad God fortem, qui dicit condono, non destruam, Dicendum est Except quod video tu doce me, si ini quitatem operit•• sum non pe•gam. Merl. vvd fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-it, fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi pno11, fw-mi fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-fr n1. np1.
12195 0 NONLATINALPHABET validum justū. i. e. qui valdè justus est. Drus: Num eum, qui NONLATINALPHABET justus est, ut deus omnium judicio est, in justitiae damnare sustines. NONLATINALPHABET potest exponi validū, num justum et potentē eum qui simul et justus et potens est damnare audes, sed malo NONLATINALPHABET exponere per NONLATINALPHABET multum valde, q.d. eum qui summe justus est audes damnare, de eo queri, quasi tibi sit iniquior. Rab: Sel: Merc: validum justū. i. e. qui valdè justus est. Drus: Num Eum, qui justus est, ut deus omnium Judicio est, in justitiae damnare sustines. potest exponi validum, num Justum et potentē Eum qui simul et justus et potens est damnare audes, sed Malo exponere per multum Valde, Q.d Eum qui sum justus est audes damnare, de eo queri, quasi tibi sit iniquior. Rab: Sell: Mercy: fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvn, n1 fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1: vvb: np1:
12212 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Phavor: . Phavor: . np1:
12293 0 Qui dicit Regi Apostata, qui vocat Duces impios &c. Vulg. An dicentem Regi O nequam, O improbe ingenuis, condemnares? Jun. Quinquennium Neronis. Qui dicit King Apostata, qui vocat Duces Impious etc. Vulgar an dicentem King O nequam, Oh improbe ingenuis, condemnares? Jun. Quinquennium Nero's. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la av np1 dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, uh n1 fw-la, n2? np1 np1 np1.
12340 0 Aliqui a NONLATINALPHABET sine, & NONLATINALPHABET jugo deducunt, qui nullis legum vinculis teneatur aut jugo. Aliqui a sine, & Jugo deducunt, qui nullis Legume vinculis teneatur Or Jugo. fw-la dt fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la ng1 fw-la fw-la.
12349 0 Alii a NONLATINALPHABET proficere deducunt, quasi significet hominem qui ad nihil sit utilis. Merc. Alii a proficere deducunt, quasi significet hominem qui ad nihil sit utilis. Mercy fw-la dt fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
12377 0 Principes hic vocantur NONLATINALPHABET a liberalitate & munificentia: quasi tu dicas NONLATINALPHABET, Drus. Princes hic vocantur a liberalitate & munificentia: quasi tu dicas, Drus n2 fw-la fw-la dt fw-la cc fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1
12422 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
12465 0 Regia per se dignitas, nunquam non est colenda, etiam cum princeps iniquus est. Regia per se dignitas, Never non est colenda, etiam cum princeps iniquus est. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
12518 0 NONLATINALPHABET aguoscere, familiaritèr tractare. aguoscere, familiaritèr tractare. fw-la, fw-la fw-la.
12539 0 NONLATINALPHABET est dives opalentus; quidam volunt deductum a NONLATINALPHABET servando quod multos servare et juvari possit, vela NONLATINALPHABET clamando quod •pulenti liberiùs et audaciùs loquantur. est dives opalentus; quidam volunt deductum a servando quod multos servare et juvari possit, vela clamando quod •pulenti liberiùs et audaciùs loquantur. fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
12647 0 Subito morientur & in media nocte turbabuntur populi, & per transibunt, & auferent, violentum absique manu. Vulg. Subito morientur & in media nocte turbabuntur People, & per transibunt, & Auferent, violentum absique manu. Vulgar fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, cc j, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
12669 0 NONLATINALPHABET Punctum momontum, tempus exiguum: Illipsis praeposition• ב Punctum momontum, Tempus exiguum: Illipsis praeposition• ב fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: n1 n1 n1
12735 0 NONLATINALPHABET Populus consociatio hominum. Populus consociatio hominum. fw-la fw-la fw-la.
12738 0 NONLATINALPHABET a verbo NONLATINALPHABET videtur significare laxationem compagum. a verbo videtur significare laxationem compagum. dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
12766 0 Ac veluti magno in populo cum saepe coorta est Seditio, saevitque animis ignobile vulgus, Jamque faces & saxa volant furor arma ministrat. Virg. Aeneid. 1. Ac Veluti magno in populo cum saepe coorta est Seditio, saevitque animis ignobile vulgus, Jamque faces & Rock volant Furor arma ministrate. Virg Aeneid. 1. fw-la n1 fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j fw-la, fw-la n2 cc fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la n1. np1 np1. crd
12781 0 Cum maximè securi. Cum maximè Security. fw-la fw-la fw-la.
12836 0 Transire intelligo, non pro migrare aliò, sed pro abire in sepulchrum. Merc: Transire intelligo, non Pro migrare aliò, sed Pro abire in Sepulchre. Mercy: n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. np1:
12871 0 NONLATINALPHABET fortis robustus excellens fortitudine; pluraliter Abirim in genere forte significat. fortis Robustus excellens fortitudine; pluraliter Abirim in genere forte significat. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la np1 p-acp fw-la fw-fr fw-la.
12883 0 NONLATINALPHABET et amovent potentem, impersonaliter. Pisc: et amovent potentem, impersonaliter. Pisc: fw-fr n1 fw-la, fw-la. np1:
12899 0 Frequenter manus pro ministerio, sed frequentissime pro op• et auxilio ponitur, Pin: Frequenter manus Pro Ministerio, sed frequentissime Pro op• et Auxilio ponitur, Pin: jc fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1:
12907 0 Abs { que } manu armatorum. Aquint. Abs { que } manu armatorum. Aquint. npg1 { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la. av.
12911 0 Nutu tantum dei. Merc: Nutu Tantum dei. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
12930 0 Indicatur divinum supplicium, cujus nulla humana causa assignari, aut quod nulla humana vi declinari potest. Indicatur Divinum supplicium, cujus nulla Humana causa assignari, Or quod nulla Humana vi declinari potest. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
12980 0 Invisibilitèr rapitur, qui visibiliter rapiebat, Gregor. Invisibilitèr rapitur, qui visibiliter rapiebat, Gregory. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1.
13069 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
13078 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
13082 0 NONLATINALPHABET incedore cum pompa, propriè deambulare. incedore cum pompa, propriè deambulare. n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la.
13342 0 Cum videri nos non credimus, in sole clausos oculos tenemus. Illum à nos abscondimus, non nos illi. Greg. l 25. c. 6. Cum videri nos non Credimus, in sole clausos Eyes tenemus. Ilum à nos abscondimus, non nos illi. Greg. l 25. c. 6. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp j fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 sy crd sy. crd
13382 0 Quia non ultra unquam ponet deus super virum. i. e. potestatem homini nunquam faciet, ut de se ille queri possir. Merc: Ne { que } enim ultra in hominis potestate est, ut veniat cum deo in Judicio, Vulg: Quia non ultra unquam Ponet deus super virum. i. e. potestatem Homini Never faciet, ut de se Isle queri possir. Mercy: Ne { que } enim ultra in hominis potestate est, ut Veniat cum God in Judicio, Vulgar: fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr. np1: ccx { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp np1, j:
13391 0 Non imponet ei amplius quam ferro possit. Drus: Non imponet ei Amplius quam Ferro possit. Drus: fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
13482 0 NONLATINALPHABET est ictibus subigere & mollire. est ictibus subigere & mollire. fw-la fw-la fw-la cc n1.
13488 0 Hieronymus interpretatur multos. Hieronymus interpretatur multos. np1 fw-la fw-la.
13489 0 NONLATINALPHABET ad utramque quantitatem refertur, sed malo fortes. Merc. ad utramque quantitatem refertur, sed Malo forts. Mercy fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n2. np1
13494 0 NONLATINALPHABET pro NONLATINALPHABET, ita ut numerus eorum investigari non possit, Pisc. Certo numero contineri non possunt, quos propter peccata Dei justitia conteret, Aqui. Pro, ita ut Numerus Their investigari non possit, Pisc Certo numero contineri non possunt, quos propter Peccata Dei justitia Conteret, Aqui fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 fw-la fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1
13501 0 Deus cui omnia nota sunt, non opus habet, in facta hominum inquirere, Drus. Deus cui omnia nota sunt, non opus habet, in facta hominum inquirere, Drus fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1
13555 0 Ne ex hoc credatur deperire humani generis status, addit & stare facit alios, Aquin. Ne ex hoc credatur deperire Humani Generis status, Addit & stare facit Alioth, Aquinas fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, n1 cc vvi fw-la n2, np1
13618 0 Nunquam culpam suam reprobi nisi in poena agnoscunt. Greg. lib. 25. Moral. cap. 9. Never Fault suam Reprobate nisi in poena agnoscunt. Greg. lib. 25. Moral. cap. 9. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd j. n1. crd
13622 0 In me intuens pius esto. Herod. lib. 2. In me intuens Pius esto. Herod. lib. 2. p-acp pno11 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. n1. crd
13625 0 Quicunque celsa dominatur aula me videat & tu Troja, nunquam documenta dedit sors majora, quam frogili loco starent superbi. Senec. in Troad. de Hecuba, Act: 1. Sc. 1. Quicunque celsa dominatur Aula me Videat & tu Troy, Never Documenta dedit sors marjoram, quam frogili loco starent Superb. Seneca in Troad. de Hecuba, Act: 1. Sc. 1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 j cc fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1. fw-fr np1, n1: crd np1 crd
13634 0 Propterea facit ut nota sint facta ipsorum. Bez. NONLATINALPHABET cognoscit aliqui exponunt faci, cognoscere, sc. facit ut ab omnibus eorum scelera cognoscantur. Merc. Propterea facit ut nota sint facta Ipsorum. Bez cognoscit aliqui exponunt faci, cognoscere, sc. facit ut ab omnibus Their scelera cognoscantur. Mercy fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, np1-n. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
13642 0 NONLATINALPHABET non significat notum facio quod sciam, sed tantum cognosco, ideo transtuli cognoscit. Drus. non significat notum facio quod sciam, sed Tantum cognosco, ideo transtuli cognoscit. Drus fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-es, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
13657 0 Simul atque mutavit noctum &c. Jun. i. e. Lucem protulit, qua revelantur omnia in judicio ejus. Id. Simul atque mutavit noctum etc. Jun. i. e. Lucem protulit, qua revelantur omnia in Judicio His. Id. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la av np1 uh. sy. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. np1
13677 0 NONLATINALPHABET contrivit, atirivit, contudit. contrivit, atirivit, contudit. fw-la, fw-la, n1.
13718 0 NONLATINALPHABET percuss•t volam ad volam, adversas manus collisit. Significat aliquid cum sono deijcere vel cōplodere; unde aliqui de ejectione ignominiosa cum sibilis exponunt. Alij volunt peti metaphoram à vesica vento turgente, quae pede compressa cum sonitu rumpitur. Scult: Pro improbis complosit eos. Tharg: In loco improborum complodit eos. Jun: percuss•t volam ad volam, adversas manus collisit. Significat Aliquid cum sono deijcere vel cōplodere; unde aliqui de ejection ignominiosa cum sibilis exponunt. Alij volunt Peti metaphoram à vesica Vento turgente, Quae pede compressa cum sonitu rumpitur. Scult: Pro improbis complosit eos. Tharg: In loco improborum complodit eos. Jun: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-it fw-it, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. j: fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la. n1: p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
13734 0 NONLATINALPHABET; Extin•it autem impios. Sept: Pro impijs strinxit eos. Bold: i. e. vinculis funibus { que } ligare fecit eos tanquam impios at { que } ••a spectandos palam deduci et proponi. Bold: NONLATINALPHABET causalis est, propterea quod impij sunt. illud quasi saepe non similitudinem sed veritatem significat; et idem valet quod utpote, &c. ; Extin•it autem Impious. Sept: Pro impijs strinxit eos. Bold: i. e. vinculis funibus { que } Ligare fecit eos tanquam Impious At { que } ••a spectandos Palam deduci et proponi. Bold: causalis est, propterea quod Impij sunt. illud quasi saepe non similitudinem sed veritatem significat; et idem valet quod utpote, etc. ; fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j: sy. sy. fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp { fw-fr } fw-it fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j: fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la n1, av
13767 0 Locus videntium, locus patens frequens celebris, omnium oculis expositus. Par: Importat visionem paradigmaticam et exemplarem. Merc: Locus videntium, locus patens Frequent celebris, omnium oculis expositus. Par: Importat visionem paradigmaticam et exemplarem. Mercy: fw-la fw-la, fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-fr: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
13788 0 Videre saepe significat cum. voluptate aliquid spectare. Scult: To see saepe significat cum. voluptate Aliquid spectare. Scult: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la j fw-la. j:
15979 0 1 Condono, in quo est remissio culpae. 2 Non destruam in quo est remissio paenae. 1 Condono, in quo est Remission Culpae. 2 Non destruam in quo est Remission Paenae. crd fw-it, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. crd fw-fr fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
13811 0 Jerusalem dicitur medium terrae, ut pote quae su in quarto climate ideo autem urbem in medio mundi constitutam et quisi in loco videntium elegit deus, ut sicut beneficia ita et supplicia eorum omnibus essent conspicua. Pined: Jerusalem dicitur medium terrae, ut pote Quae sum in quarto climate ideo autem urbem in medio mundi constitutam et quisi in loco videntium elegit deus, ut sicut Benefices ita et supplicia Their omnibus essent conspicua. Pined: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 p-acp fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n-jn n1. vvd:
13866 0 In loco videntium. i. e. exiflentes in statu in quo videre poterant tum per naturalem rationem tum per sacram doctrinam quid esset faciendum et quid esset vitandum. Aquin: In loco videntium. i. e. exiflentes in Statu in quo To see poterant tum per naturalem rationem tum per Sacrament Doctrinam quid esset faciendum et quid esset vitandum. Aquinas: p-acp fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. vvz p-acp fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
13881 0 NONLATINALPHABET Verbum è verbo; de post eum sic alibi, scortati sunt, de post dominum. i. e. deserto domino. Verbum è verbo; de post Eum sic alibi, scortati sunt, de post dominum. i. e. Deserto domino. fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la.
13922 0 Qui quasi •d industria recesserunt ab eo vulg: sc: a deo peccantes ex certa malitia. Aquin: Qui quasi •d Industria recesserunt ab eo Vulgar: sc: a God peccantes ex Certa malitia. Aquinas: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j: n1: dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
13976 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Quia declinaverum de leg• del. Sept: . Quia declinaverum de leg• del. Sept: . fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-it. np1:
14001 0 Optima vivendi ratio est deum sequi. Religiosissimus dei cultus est imitari quem colis. Lact: lib: 5. Instit: cap: 10. Optima vivendi ratio est God sequi. Religiosissimus dei cultus est imitari Whom colis. Lactantius: lib: 5. Institutio: cap: 10. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvd: n1: crd fw-la: n1: crd
14025 0 NONLATINALPHABET intellexit cognovit cōtemplatus est. Hinc Maschil, carmen erudiens ode didascalica, Tit: Psal: 32. intellexit cognovit cōtemplatus est. Hinc Maschil, carmen Erudiens ode didascalica, Tit: Psalm: 32. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la np1, ng1 n1 n1 n1, n1: np1: crd
14040 0 NONLATINALPHABET ad prudentiam & sapientiam practicam rerum agendarum pertinet. ad prudentiam & sapientiam practicam rerum agendarum pertinet. fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
14214 0 Arcana imperii. Arcana imperii. fw-la fw-la.
14261 0 Effectum hujus malitiae affectatae ostendit. Aquin: Effectum hujus malitiae affectatae ostendit. Aquinas: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
14280 0 Inducendo super eorum quem { que } clamorem tenuis, quum clamorem pauperis exaudit. Jun: Inducendo super Their Whom { que } clamorem tenuis, Whom clamorem pauperis exaudit. Jun: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1:
14349 0 NONLATINALPHABET inopes id est, destituti ope, nec valentes resistere, sed malum potius tolerantes et subjicientes se dei. Coc: Inopes id est, destituti open, nec valentes resistere, sed malum potius tolerantes et subjicientes se dei. Coc: n2 fw-la fw-la, fw-la j, fw-la n2 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-fr n2 fw-la fw-la. np1:
14405 0 NONLATINALPHABET quievit in Hiphit, quiescere fecit. quievit in Hiphit, quiescere fecit. n1 p-acp n1, fw-la fw-la.
14419 0 Ipso enim concedente pacem, quis est qui condemnat. Vulg. Ipso enim concedente pacem, quis est qui condemnat. Vulgar fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
14512 0 Quis favorem ei exhibebit, a quo deus vultum averterit. Drus: Quis favorem ei exhibebit, a quo deus vultum averterit. Drus: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
14524 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
14531 0 NONLATINALPHABET trio significat simul, pariter, solum. trio significat simul, pariter, solum. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la.
14537 0 This Lecture was preached upon the Fifth of November 1658. This Lecture was preached upon the Fifth of November 1658. d n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt ord pp-f np1 crd
14588 0 Non minor est virtus quam quaerere, parta •ueri. Non minor est virtus quam quaerere, Parta •ueri. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la.
14840 0 Eorum mihi videtur idoneus sensus & omnino Gormanus qui hanc libertatem dei, sive pacem concedendi sive condemnandi (vel turbandi) ad tyrannos tantum coardat & eos qui impiè vivunt. Sanct. Their mihi videtur Idoneus sensus & Omnino Gormanus qui hanc libertatem dei, sive pacem concedendi sive condemnandi (vel turbandi) ad tyrannos Tantum coardat & eos qui impiè Vivunt. Sanct. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc uh np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (fw-la fw-la) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la. np1
14851 0 Si deus pacem tribuat impiis, quis illius providentiam & arcana iudicia co•d mnare aud bit. Gregor. Philip. Si deus pacem tribuat impiis, quis Illius providentiam & arcana Judicia co•d mnare and bit. Gregory. Philip. fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc n1. np1. np1.
14856 0 Quum ipse tranquillat (sc. miseros afflictos) quis inquietabit? & cum abscondit faciem (sc. ab improbis) quis contemplabitur eum. i. e. quis improborum aversanti Deo ausit obsistere. Jun. Whom ipse tranquillat (sc. miseros afflictos) quis inquietabit? & cum Abscondit Face (sc. ab improbis) quis contemplabitur Eum. i. e. quis improborum aversanti God ausit obsistere. Jun. np1 fw-la n1 (n1. fw-la fw-la) fw-la fw-la? cc fw-la fw-fr n1 (n1. fw-la fw-la) fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1
15019 0 Tranquillus deus tranquillat omnia. Tranquillus deus tranquillat omnia. np1 fw-mi n1 fw-la.
15073 0 NONLATINALPHABET significat sceleratum, profanū, plerum { que } autem vertitur hypocrita. significat sceleratum, profanū, plerum { que } autem vertitur Hypocrite. fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la.
15993 0 Verbum NONLATINALPHABET latissimè patet si quid aliud Hebraicum, inter alios tolerandi, parcendi, condonandi remittendi signifi•atum habet etiam solitariè positum ut hic. Verbum latissimè patet si quid Aliud Hebraicum, inter Alioth tolerandi, parcendi, condonandi remittendi signifi•atum habet etiam solitariè positum ut hic. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvn fw-la, fw-la n2 fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la.
16140 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
15093 0 In NONLATINALPHABET ne regnat Mem Negationem includit juxta linguae morem, & in NONLATINALPHABET ab offendiculis similiter ut dei magis extolletur justitia simul & potentia, qui reges de throno suo dejicit ut populum ejus laqueis irretitum liberet ab illius tyrannide. Merc. In ne Reigneth Man Negationem includit juxta linguae morem, & in ab offendiculis similiter ut dei magis extolletur justitia simul & potentia, qui reges de Throno Sue Deficit ut Populum His laqueis irretitum liberet ab Illius Tyrannide. Mercy p-acp ccx n1 n1 fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvd. np1
15270 0 Socrates Hist: Ecclesiast: lib: 3. c. 1. Socrates Hist: Ecclesiatest: lib: 3. c. 1. np1 uh: n1: n1: crd sy. crd
15274 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Tandem simulationem professionis christianae penitus deposuit. Socrat: ubi supra. . Tandem simulationem professionis Christian penitus He threw off. Socrates: ubi supra. . fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1: fw-la fw-la.
15476 0 Qui nescit dissimulare nescit regnore. Qui nescit dissimulare nescit regnore. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
15487 0 R•gis ad exemplum totus componitur orbis. R•gis ad exemplum totus componitur Orbis. fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
15559 0 Qui regnare facit hominem hypocritam propter offendicula populi. Vulg. Constituens regem hominem delatorem propter scandala quae in populo. Chald. Non sunt ita repugnantes hae interpretationes, quin una ex altera consequatur. Nam si non sinit Deus diutius regnare hypocritam, certe aliquandiu smit; dat enim reges in iram. Merl. Qui Reign facit hominem hypocritam propter offendicula People. Vulgar Constituens regem hominem delatorem propter Scandal Quae in populo. Chald. Non sunt ita repugnantes hae Interpretations, quin una ex altera consequatur. Nam si non sinit Deus diutius Reign hypocritam, certain aliquandiu smit; that enim reges in iram. Merl. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, j fw-la vvd; cst fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. np1.
15573 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Forte interpretes pro NONLATINALPHABET cum puncta olim voealia deessent legerunt NONLATINALPHABET regnare faciens. Drus. NONLATINALPHABET Ne sint offendicula, quidam, propter offendicula populi. Nam NONLATINALPHABET etiam propter signifi•at. Drus. Possit & ita accipi, ne regnet homo hypocrita, qui quidem regnabat ob offendicula populi, ut utriusque & Regis & populi delictum notetur. Merc. . Forte interprets Pro cum puncta Once voealia deessent legerunt Reign Faciens. Drus Ne sint offendicula, quidam, propter offendicula People. Nam etiam propter signifi•at. Drus Possit & ita accipi, ne Regnet homo Hypocrite, qui quidem regnabat ob offendicula People, ut utriusque & Regis & People delictum notetur. Mercy . np1 vvz fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n-jn fw-la fw-la n1. np1 ccx fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la cc fw-la fw-la, ccx n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
15588 0 Cujus jussu homines nascuntur hujus jussu & reges constituuntur, apti his qui in illo tempore ab ipsis regnantur. Irene. l. 5. c. 24. Cujus jussu homines nascuntur hujus jussu & reges constituuntur, apti his qui in illo tempore ab Ipse regnantur. Irene. l. 5. c. 24. fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la png31 fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1. n1 crd sy. crd
15599 0 Quidam reges ad utilitatem subjectorum dantur & conservationem justitiae quidam autem ad poenam Dei justo judicio in omnibus aequaliter superveniente. Irene. l. 5. c. 25. Quidam reges ad utilitatem subjectorum dantur & conservationem justitiae quidam autem ad poenam Dei Justo Judicio in omnibus aequaliter superveniente. Irene. l. 5. c. 25. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-it. np1. n1 crd sy. crd
15611 0 Regum lapsus poena populorū est; sicut enim eorum virtate servamur; ita eorum errore periclitamur. Quid enim possit habere corpus reipublicae capite languido. Regum lapsus poena populorū est; sicut enim Their virtate servamur; ita Their Error periclitamur. Quid enim possit habere corpus reipublicae capite Languido. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
15623 0 Ʋterum fert civitas haec, timeo autem ne pariat, virum Correctorē malae insolentiae. vestrae. Theogn: Cur Domino Phocam imperatorem constituisti? responsum datum, qui• non inveni pejorem. Cur superbis? non es creatus Episcopus, quod dignus sacerdetio sis, sed quod civitas tali digna erat Episcopo. Anast: Deus quibusdā malis tanquam, carnificibus usus est, ad sumendum de aliis paenas; quod verum esse de pleris { que } tyrannis arbitror; Tale medicamentum fuit Argentinu Phalaru, Marius Romanis. Plutarch: de sera Num: Vindicta. Etiam talibus (Neroni scilicet) dominandi petestas non datur nisi summi dei providētia, quando res humanas judicat talibus dominis dignas. Aug: lib: 5. de Civ: dei. cap. 19. Ʋterum fert Civitas haec, Timeo autem ne pariat, virum Correctorē Malae insolentiae. Vestrae. Theognis: Cur Domino Phocam Imperatorem constituisti? responsum datum, qui• non Inveni pejorem. Cur superbis? non es creatus Episcopus, quod Dignus sacerdetio sis, sed quod Civitas tali Digna erat Bishop. Anast: Deus Some malis tanquam, carnificibus usus est, ad sumendum de Others Penalty; quod verum esse de pleris { que } tyrannis arbitror; Tale medicamentum fuit Argentinu Phalaru, Marius Romans. Plutarch: de sera Num: Vindictae. Etiam Talibus (Nero scilicet) dominandi petestas non datur nisi summi dei providētia, quando Rest humanas judicat Talibus dominis dignas. Aug: lib: 5. the Civ: dei. cap. 19. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la. np1: n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la. n1 fw-la? fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1. np1: fw-mi n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la np1-n; n1 fw-la fw-la np1 np1, np1 np1. np1: fw-fr fw-fr fw-la: fw-la. fw-la fw-la (np1 fw-la) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: n1: crd dt crd: fw-la. n1. crd
15675 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
15854 0 NONLATINALPHABET a radice NONLATINALPHABET significat magna nocendi cupiditate ardere sicut mulieres ardent desiderio concipiendi foetum; transfertur in secunda conjugations, vel ad parturientium dolores, vel ad concupiscendi libidinem. Moller in Psal. 7.14. a radice significat Magna nocendi cupiditate ardere sicut mulieres Ardent Desire concipiendi foetum; transfertur in Secunda conjugations, vel ad parturientium Dolores, vel ad concupiscendi libidinem. Moller in Psalm 7.14. dt n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la p-acp fw-la n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 crd.
15862 0 Non tantum in Piel, sed & in Kall videtur usurpari pro corrumpere, Zech. 11.7.14. Job 34, 31. De Dieu in loc. Non Tantum in Piel, said & in Kall videtur usurpari Pro corrumpere, Zechariah 11.7.14. Job 34, 31. De Dieu in loc. fw-fr fw-la p-acp np1, vvd cc p-acp np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, np1 crd. np1 crd, crd fw-fr fw-fr p-acp fw-la.
16178 0 Sublata causa collitur effectus. Sublata causa collitur effectus. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
16248 0 Si scirem homines ignoraturos & Deos ignoscituros, tamen non facerem. Sen•. Si scirem homines ignoraturos & Gods ignoscituros, tamen non facerem. Sen•. fw-mi fw-la fw-la n2 cc fw-la n2, fw-la fw-fr fw-la. np1.
16261 0 Si quid me fugit in te affligendo, vel si quid errarem tu me doceas. Si te venando perperam egi vel injustè me habui, non ultra, id fecero, NONLATINALPHABET, Merc. Si quid me Fugitive in te affligendo, vel si quid errarem tu me doceas. Si te venando Perperam egi vel injustè me habui, non ultra, id fecero,, Mercy fw-mi fw-la pno11 fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la. fw-mi fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-fr pno11 fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la,, np1
16443 0 NONLATINALPHABET Perverse agere. Perverse agere. j n1.
16574 0 Si omnes lectiones versiones interpretationes persequeremur, plus tenebrarum quam lucis afferemus. Pined: Si omnes lectiones versiones Interpretations persequeremur, plus tenebrarum quam lucis afferemus. Pined: fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvd:
16595 0 An ergo (haec oratio profecta est) a te? rependet illud si spreveris (si: hac oratione tuti, &c. Jun: an ergo (haec oratio profecta est) a te? rependet illud si spreveris (si: hac oration tuti, etc. Jun: dt fw-la (fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la) fw-fr fw-la? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (fw-la: fw-la n1 fw-la, av np1:
16600 0 An igitur en tua opinione rependet deus illud quod homo fecerit dicendo, &c ▪ Pisc: an igitur en tua opinion rependet deus illud quod homo fecerit dicendo, etc. ▪ Pisc: dt fw-la fw-fr fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av ▪ np1:
16620 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
16620 1 Num ex tuo consilio et arbitratu rependet illud sc: bonum vel malum, sed de malo proprie accipio. Merc: Num ex tuo consilio et arbitratu rependet illud sc: bonum vel malum, sed de Malo Properly accipio. Mercy: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1:
16628 0 NONLATINALPHABET a radice NONLATINALPHABET a radice dt n1
16634 0 NONLATINALPHABET denotat rejicere cum fastidio tanquam vile et cōtemptum quid. Denotat rejicere cum Fastidious tanquam vile et cōtemptum quid. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la.
16685 0 Admonendus est Philippus ut desmat mundum regere. Admonendus est Philip ut desmat Mundum Regere. np1 fw-fr np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
16774 0 Verba Dei per Mimesmesse puto. Merc. Verba Dei per Mimesmesse puto. Mercy fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1
16803 0 Viri cordis. i. e. cord•ti; cor notat fapientiam et carere cor dicitur qui descipit. Cum Jobo non putat amplius producendum esse colloquium. Quare viros vocat intelligentes. Sanct. Et vir sapiens audit. i. e. audiet me, et mihi acquiescet in hoc. Merc: Viri Cordis. i. e. cord•ti; cor Notat fapientiam et career cor dicitur qui descipit. Cum Jobo non putat Amplius producendum esse colloquium. Quare viros vocat intelligentes. Sanct. Et vir sapiens audit. i. e. Audiety me, et mihi acquiescet in hoc. Mercy: fw-la fw-la. sy. sy. fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. sy. sy. n1 pno11, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. np1:
16897 0 NONLATINALPHABET voluit cupiit, undo NONLATINALPHABET pater, quasi benevolus dictus. Pater mi probetur Job us { que } ad victoriam. Iun: voluit cupiit, undo pater, quasi Benevolus dictus. Pater mi probetur Job us { que } ad victoriam. June: fw-la fw-la, vvb fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-mi fw-la np1 pno12 { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la. np1:
16906 0 Apud Gentiles pater commune nomen erat Deorum; undo Diespiter, Merspiter, Jupiter. Apud Gentiles pater commune Nome erat Gods; undo Diespiter, Merspiter, Jupiter. fw-la np1 fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la; vvb np1, np1, np1.
16914 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Ex quo omnis paternitas. Vulg: Paternitatis nomen ex seme ipso largitur omnibus; sicut enim solus bonus dicitur quia bonitatem alijs communicat, &c. Hieron: in Epist: ad Ephes: cap: 3. . Ex quo omnis paternitas. Vulgar: Paternitatis Nome ex seem ipso largitur omnibus; sicut enim solus bonus dicitur quia bonitatem Alijs communicate, etc. Hieron: in Epistle: and Ephesians: cap: 3. . fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. j: fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb, av np1: a-acp vvn: cc np1: n1: crd
16924 0 Volo ego ut probe•ur Job, &c. Targ: Volo ego ut probe•ur Job, etc. Targum: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, av np1:
16934 0 Sunt qui intel-iligunt probari pro exagitari disputatione, sed praestat ut ad tentationem referatur per afflictiones. Merc: Sunt qui intel-iligunt probari Pro exagitari disputation, sed praestat ut ad tentationem referatur per afflictiones. Mercy: fw-la fw-la j n2 fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1:
16941 0 Optatū ut tantisper flagelletur Job donec deo vincenti cedat et responsis vanis renunciet. Jun: NONLATINALPHABET verbum NONLATINALPHABET significat instare et urgere opus donec ad finem perductum fuerit. Optatū ut tantisper flagelletur Job donec God Vincent Cedat et responsis vanis renunciet. Jun: verbum significat instare et urgere opus donec ad finem perductum fuerit. fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
16949 0 Pleris { que } latini, ad mortem usque reddunt quod in Originali habetur, us { que } in saeculum vel in sempiternum. Vatablus longo Tempore; Gregorius, Ad huc. Philippus Jugiter. Pleris { que } latini, ad mortem usque reddunt quod in Originali habetur, us { que } in saeculum vel in sempiternum. Vatablus longo Tempore; Gregorius, Ad huc. Philip Jugiter. fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, pno12 { fw-fr } p-acp fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la; np1, fw-la fw-la. npg1 np1.
16970 0 Rectum est index sui et obliqui. Rectum est index sui et obliqui. fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
16999 0 Bono ipsius optat hoc, non odio aut malevolentia. Drusi. Bono Himself Optat hoc, non odio Or malevolentia. Drusi. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1.
17003 0 Propter responsiones (communes) cum hominibus improbis. Bez: Tanquam unus è numero virorum vanorum. Pisc: Propter Responsiones (communes) cum hominibus improbis. Bez: Tanquam Unus è numero virorum vanorum. Pisc: fw-la fw-la (n2) fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: fw-la fw-la fw-it fw-it fw-la fw-la. np1:
17056 0 Nomine NONLATINALPHABET intelligitur peccatum ex errore commissum; Nomine vero NONLATINALPHABET scelus propriè rebellio. Nomine intelligitur peccatum ex Error Commit; Nomine vero scelus propriè Rebellion. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr n1.
17161 0 Explosurus esset nos, ut qui vicisset nos disputando. Pisc: Explosurus esset nos, ut qui vicisset nos disputando. Pisc: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1: