The excellency of publick charity a sermon preach'd before the University of Oxford in New-College-Chappel, on the Feast of the Annuntiation, 1697 / by H. Downes.
PSALM cxii. Vers. 9, 10. He hath dispersed abroad, he hath given to the poor, his Righteousness endureth for ever, his horn shall be exalted with honour.
PSALM cxii. Vers. 9, 10. He hath dispersed abroad, he hath given to the poor, his Righteousness Endureth for ever, his horn shall be exalted with honour.
how powerful the Language of Nature is on its behalf, and how much more so the Word of God; To consider, that to refresh the Bowels of our Brethren is to give Ease and Comfort to our own, and to shew Compassion to others an happy Means of taking Pity on our selves; Nay that our Bounty to the Poor is truly Lending unto the Lord, and relieving those Wants which he is pleas'd to tender as his own; To consider what good Dispositions this Excellent Grace argues,
how powerful the Language of Nature is on its behalf, and how much more so the Word of God; To Consider, that to refresh the Bowels of our Brothers is to give Ease and Comfort to our own, and to show Compassion to Others an happy Means of taking Pity on our selves; Nay that our Bounty to the Poor is truly Lending unto the Lord, and relieving those Wants which he is pleased to tender as his own; To Consider what good Dispositions this Excellent Grace argues,
This would be of too large a compass for a single Discourse of this Nature, I shall therefore confine my self to the Consideration of the peculiar Excellency of publick Charity, and it may not be improper in this Place, at this Time, and on this Occasion, to attempt to shew the great Charity of public Foundations, particularly of that kind, the Benefit of which most that hear me this day enjoy.
This would be of too large a compass for a single Discourse of this Nature, I shall Therefore confine my self to the Consideration of the peculiar Excellency of public Charity, and it may not be improper in this Place, At this Time, and on this Occasion, to attempt to show the great Charity of public Foundations, particularly of that kind, the Benefit of which most that hear me this day enjoy.
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Thirdly, I shall enquire into the Reasons why, notwithstanding all this, these Places and the Persons who more immediately enjoy the Benefit of them, have been in all Ages,
Thirdly, I shall inquire into the Reasons why, notwithstanding all this, these Places and the Persons who more immediately enjoy the Benefit of them, have been in all Ages,
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As God has put strong Principles in every Man to engage him in the great Work of his own Preservation, so, (because in some Cases he may in no sense be able of himself to help himself) he has both by Instinct and Precept subjoin'd the Care of others to his own;
As God has put strong Principles in every Man to engage him in the great Work of his own Preservation, so, (Because in Some Cases he may in no sense be able of himself to help himself) he has both by Instinct and Precept subjoined the Care of Others to his own;
and do the most to repair the Ruines which Sin has made, these are the great Benefactors to Mankind, the Supporters of Kingdoms and the Pillars of the World.
and do the most to repair the Ruins which since has made, these Are the great Benefactors to Mankind, the Supporters of Kingdoms and the Pillars of the World.
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and consult the Good of Multitudes not only of the present but of future Generations; who desire and endeavour that the Effects of their Charity may endure as long as the Wants of Men,
and consult the Good of Multitudes not only of the present but of future Generations; who desire and endeavour that the Effects of their Charity may endure as long as the Wants of Men,
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and that their Miseries may not outlive the Provision which these make against them; Who provide lasting Encouragement to labour, or a sure Refuge to those that cannot work;
and that their Misery's may not outlive the Provision which these make against them; Who provide lasting Encouragement to labour, or a sure Refuge to those that cannot work;
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Who are (as Holy Job was) eyes to the blind, and feet to the lame, and a present help to those whom the Providence of God has thrown upon the Mercy of others, and made it both a Duty and Pleasure to administer to their Necessities.
Who Are (as Holy Job was) eyes to the blind, and feet to the lame, and a present help to those whom the Providence of God has thrown upon the Mercy of Others, and made it both a Duty and Pleasure to administer to their Necessities.
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I believe I need not say much to evince the great Charity of Erecting Hospitals, and such public Edifices for their Relief whom God 's Providence has disabled from relieving themselves; their Miseries are apt to make deep Impressions upon our Souls,
I believe I need not say much to evince the great Charity of Erecting Hospitals, and such public edifices for their Relief whom God is Providence has disabled from relieving themselves; their Misery's Are apt to make deep Impressions upon our Souls,
and we easily see and feel the Excellency of that Charity which removes such pitiable Objects out of common view, which binds up their sores, pours oyl into their wounds, and prevents their Infirmities from being afflictive to others, and as much as may be from being grievous to those that bear them.
and we Easily see and feel the Excellency of that Charity which removes such pitiable Objects out of Common view, which binds up their sores, pours oil into their wounds, and prevents their Infirmities from being afflictive to Others, and as much as may be from being grievous to those that bear them.
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Now the yernings within our own bowels do not speak as much on the behalf of other works of publick Charity, as this; yet 'tis certain that the Conveniences and good Effects that attend them do.
Now the yearnings within our own bowels do not speak as much on the behalf of other works of public Charity, as this; yet it's certain that the Conveniences and good Effects that attend them doe.
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Thus the Charity of employing the Poor, and furnishing them with work, which may redound to their Profit and the Benefit of others, is very advantageous to the Good of Mankind, and this sort of Charity guided with Discretion has a large Influence upon the Happiness of any People;
Thus the Charity of employing the Poor, and furnishing them with work, which may redound to their Profit and the Benefit of Others, is very advantageous to the Good of Mankind, and this sort of Charity guided with Discretion has a large Influence upon the Happiness of any People;
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for it much increases the Strength, Wealth and Grandeur of a Nation, and upon this it is that the most Civiliz'd Nations have been the most flourishing, and the Effects of their Wisdom have been seen in the Prosperity of the People.
for it much increases the Strength, Wealth and Grandeur of a nation, and upon this it is that the most Civilized nations have been the most flourishing, and the Effects of their Wisdom have been seen in the Prosperity of the People.
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How barbarous and sadly miserable are those Nations where the People are ignorant of the ways and means to provide against their own Wants, and are left open without fence to the Miseries of this World;
How barbarous and sadly miserable Are those nations where the People Are ignorant of the ways and means to provide against their own Wants, and Are left open without fence to the Misery's of this World;
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Again, How remarkably weak and poor are those Kingdoms and even nigh unto Desolation where Sloth and Idleness prevail and Industry hath no place? Who suffer their Faculties to gather Rust for want of Exercise, and take no care to apply their Abilities to the Ends they were given.
Again, How remarkably weak and poor Are those Kingdoms and even High unto Desolation where Sloth and Idleness prevail and Industry hath no place? Who suffer their Faculties to gather Rust for want of Exercise, and take no care to apply their Abilities to the Ends they were given.
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Sacred History mentions abundance of Idleness as one great Sin, and occasion of the Ruin of Sodom, and Profane History informs us that Idleness, neglect of Tillage, Mechanic Arts and Merchandise, brought swift Destruction upon the great Persian Monarchy,
Sacred History mentions abundance of Idleness as one great since, and occasion of the Ruin of Sodom, and Profane History informs us that Idleness, neglect of Tillage, Mechanic Arts and Merchandise, brought swift Destruction upon the great Persian Monarchy,
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and the Strength of every Member is apply'd as near as may be to the Sustenance and Support of the whole Body, what can arise from hence but Beauty and Strength, which is not easily to be shaken by Disorders from within or by Violence from without, but is very much secur'd from the Force of both: A Nation thus improv'd is like a stately Fabrick well laid together, wherein every Material is dispos'd in its proper Place and Order, whence arises the Comeliness (I had almost said the Life ) of the whole; but a rude, unpolish'd, unimprov'd People are like the same Materials, rough ▪ hewn, unprepar'd for Use, out of which indeed fine things might be wrought, were there but Artificers to put their hands upon them,
and the Strength of every Member is applied as near as may be to the Sustenance and Support of the Whole Body, what can arise from hence but Beauty and Strength, which is not Easily to be shaken by Disorders from within or by Violence from without, but is very much secured from the Force of both: A nation thus improved is like a stately Fabric well laid together, wherein every Material is disposed in its proper Place and Order, whence arises the Comeliness (I had almost said the Life) of the Whole; but a rude, unpolished, unimproved People Are like the same Materials, rough ▪ hewn, unprepared for Use, out of which indeed fine things might be wrought, were there but Artificers to put their hands upon them,
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Now by nothing is this so great and good Design more effectually promoted than by setting up Work-houses, Manufactures, and Schools preparatory thereunto;
Now by nothing is this so great and good Design more effectually promoted than by setting up Workhouses, Manufactures, and Schools preparatory thereunto;
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this is the End which they aim at, and they cannot generally fail of Success; herein many Persons have an ingenuous Education freely bestow'd upon them, which otherwise by reason of the Narrowness of their Circumstances they must have wanted for ever,
this is the End which they aim At, and they cannot generally fail of Success; herein many Persons have an ingenuous Education freely bestowed upon them, which otherwise by reason of the Narrowness of their circumstances they must have wanted for ever,
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and are train'd up to be truly useful to others, as well as profitable to themselves; by these means a Spirit of Ingenuity spreads itself throughout a whole Nation, and the Improvements Men from thence receive are to the Advantage of many Generations.
and Are trained up to be truly useful to Others, as well as profitable to themselves; by these means a Spirit of Ingenuity spreads itself throughout a Whole nation, and the Improvements Men from thence receive Are to the Advantage of many Generations.
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for 'tis observable, that things of greatest Value are not to be found near the Surface. His Faculties are not utterly lost, but only unwieldy and benum'd for want of Ʋse, he does not so properly want Power, as Management, neither is he deficient in his Talents but in his Improvement; and it is this Defect which those publick Works I have been mentioning, do always design to provide against,
for it's observable, that things of greatest Valve Are not to be found near the Surface. His Faculties Are not utterly lost, but only unwieldy and benumbed for want of Ʋse, he does not so properly want Power, as Management, neither is he deficient in his Talents but in his Improvement; and it is this Defect which those public Works I have been mentioning, do always Design to provide against,
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and do often effect: Which makes such publick Charities well ordered, publick Blessings, and the Authors of them are very deservedly call'd Benefactors; Benefactors not only to those who immediately enjoy the Effects of their Charity, but to as many as the wide Influence of it can reach.
and do often Effect: Which makes such public Charities well ordered, public Blessings, and the Authors of them Are very deservedly called Benefactors; Benefactors not only to those who immediately enjoy the Effects of their Charity, but to as many as the wide Influence of it can reach.
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But I am more particularly concern'd to insist upon the great Charity of those publick Foundations which are Nurseries of Learning and Religion. This sort of Charity has that in common with other publick Charities, that it is very extensive in its Design and Ʋsefulness, reaching to Multitudes not only of this but of future Ages, making a suitable Provision against those Evils which are likely to last as long as the Sun and Moon endureth;
But I am more particularly concerned to insist upon the great Charity of those public Foundations which Are Nurseries of Learning and Religion. This sort of Charity has that in Common with other public Charities, that it is very extensive in its Design and Ʋsefulness, reaching to Multitudes not only of this but of future Ages, making a suitable Provision against those Evils which Are likely to last as long as the Sun and Moon Endureth;
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but in other Cases it far exceeds them, they directly aim at the temporal good of Men, this chiefly regards their spiritual and eternal Interest, the Improvement of the Mind into the Likeness of God here, and an happy Enjoyment of him hereafter.
but in other Cases it Far exceeds them, they directly aim At the temporal good of Men, this chiefly regards their spiritual and Eternal Interest, the Improvement of the Mind into the Likeness of God Here, and an happy Enjoyment of him hereafter.
In the other Foundations Men are bred up to a regular Ʋse of the Powers of their ` Bodies, in these to a due Exercise of the Faculties of their Souls, and that not for their own Benefit alone but for the Use of others, that the unspeakable Advantage of their Improvement may redound unto all.
In the other Foundations Men Are bred up to a regular Ʋse of the Powers of their ` Bodies, in these to a due Exercise of the Faculties of their Souls, and that not for their own Benefit alone but for the Use of Others, that the unspeakable Advantage of their Improvement may redound unto all.
Herein those who excel others in the Goods of Fortune are shown the way to do it as much in the Goods of Nature and of Grace, and to adorn their high Stations with such worthy Actions as may make them the Glory of their Times: Herein they are instructed how to manage and improve the Time they are so much Masters of,
Herein those who excel Others in the Goods of Fortune Are shown the Way to do it as much in the Goods of Nature and of Grace, and to adorn their high Stations with such worthy Actions as may make them the Glory of their Times: Herein they Are instructed how to manage and improve the Time they Are so much Masters of,
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and the other Talents they enjoy, to their own Advantage and the Publick Good, that their Leisure and Wealth may be to them Opportunities of Vertue and Goodness, which are to many others strong Temptations to Sin, and sad Occasions of Falling.
and the other Talents they enjoy, to their own Advantage and the Public Good, that their Leisure and Wealth may be to them Opportunities of Virtue and goodness, which Are to many Others strong Temptations to since, and sad Occasions of Falling.
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It is very fit that those Persons who either by the Priviledge of their Birth, or the Choice of the People, are often called to that important Business of making Laws; at least have a mighty Influence on all that are round about them, should learn betimes for what purposes they are by the Providence of God so highly advanced, and be taught to fill up their several Orbs with a suitable Glory, that they may dispence Warmth, Light, and Fruitfulness to the Earth.
It is very fit that those Persons who either by the Privilege of their Birth, or the Choice of the People, Are often called to that important Business of making Laws; At least have a mighty Influence on all that Are round about them, should Learn betimes for what Purposes they Are by the Providence of God so highly advanced, and be taught to fill up their several Orbs with a suitable Glory, that they may dispense Warmth, Light, and Fruitfulness to the Earth.
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sure I am, there never was any that truly answered the ends of his coming hither, that had ever reason to repent of so easie a Purchase of that Education which others graciously enjoy.
sure I am, there never was any that truly answered the ends of his coming hither, that had ever reason to Repent of so easy a Purchase of that Education which Others graciously enjoy.
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For herein also many have the Advantages of a Liberal Education, for want of which, those who have been Men of Renown in the Learned World, might have been forced to submit to more servile Employments, whilst the Necessities of this corruptible Body had pressed down the Soul which museth upon many things;
For herein also many have the Advantages of a Liberal Education, for want of which, those who have been Men of Renown in the Learned World, might have been forced to submit to more servile Employments, while the Necessities of this corruptible Body had pressed down the Soul which museth upon many things;
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and the finiteness of their Thoughts had gone off in the sweat of their Brows. But to bring those of a lower Condition almost to a Level with those of a higher with respect to the Improvement of their Natures, and for the Advancement of Learning and Religion in the World, herein even these Persons have from the Charity of others great Opportunities, great Encouragement, and great Obligations to those Purposes.
and the finiteness of their Thoughts had gone off in the sweat of their Brows. But to bring those of a lower Condition almost to a Level with those of a higher with respect to the Improvement of their Nature's, and for the Advancement of Learning and Religion in the World, herein even these Persons have from the Charity of Others great Opportunities, great Encouragement, and great Obligations to those Purposes.
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It is well known how laborious the search after Truth is, and for any one that would make any considerable Progress in any Science, how necessary it is he should attend upon it without Distraction, be free from the necessity of working with his hands, while his head is thus employ'd,
It is well known how laborious the search After Truth is, and for any one that would make any considerable Progress in any Science, how necessary it is he should attend upon it without Distraction, be free from the necessity of working with his hands, while his head is thus employed,
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and exempt from the Labours of the Body, whilst he would apply himself to those of the Mind. But besides, these men from hence receive the best Direction how to improve their Time and Leisure to the best purposes, without which, Time and Leisure would be of little value.
and exempt from the Labours of the Body, while he would apply himself to those of the Mind. But beside, these men from hence receive the best Direction how to improve their Time and Leisure to the best Purposes, without which, Time and Leisure would be of little valve.
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For Man is so little able of himself, to refuse the evil, and choose the good, that without being brought up at the Feet of some Gamaliel, he might be ever learning,
For Man is so little able of himself, to refuse the evil, and choose the good, that without being brought up At the Feet of Some Gamaliel, he might be ever learning,
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but being well informed by those whose Experience qualifies them for the instruction of others, having Pilots to guide them in these dangerous Waters, they make their Voyage with a great deal more Safety and Pleasure, and much sooner and easier arrive at the Haven where they would be;
but being well informed by those whose Experience Qualifies them for the instruction of Others, having Pilots to guide them in these dangerous Waters, they make their Voyage with a great deal more Safety and Pleasure, and much sooner and Easier arrive At the Haven where they would be;
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which without such publick Foundations would necessarily be the Privilege but of a few. Moreover, by such publick Nurseries of Learning and Religion, there is a much more free, open, and manly Spirit communicated from one to another,
which without such public Foundations would necessarily be the Privilege but of a few. Moreover, by such public Nurseries of Learning and Religion, there is a much more free, open, and manly Spirit communicated from one to Another,
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and what by Emulation and other nobler Motives, they are brought to aspire to greater Heights than a private Education would ordinarily excite them to.
and what by Emulation and other Nobler Motives, they Are brought to aspire to greater Heights than a private Education would ordinarily excite them to.
I cannot but bless the Providence of God, who by these means so liberally provideth for the Earth, and admire that Charity which is so diffusive of its Blessings from one end of the World unto the other.
I cannot but bless the Providence of God, who by these means so liberally Provideth for the Earth, and admire that Charity which is so diffusive of its Blessings from one end of the World unto the other.
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Hence proceed Men who by their Wisdom and Learning, are meet for the People, to turn them from Darkness to Light, from the Power of Satan unto the Lord, to be Ambassadors for Christ,
Hence proceed Men who by their Wisdom and Learning, Are meet for the People, to turn them from Darkness to Light, from the Power of Satan unto the Lord, to be ambassadors for christ,
and to beseech Men in his stead to be reconciled unto God, that they may grow in his Favour, by the Practice of those Vertues, which tho' the Laws and Reason of Men have generally required, yet Christianity alone could sufficiently enforce. Not but that even these Laws have their singular Ʋse, and will be necessary as long as there are others besides the Meek that inherit the Earth, who must have their bounds set which they should not pass.
and to beseech Men in his stead to be reconciled unto God, that they may grow in his Favour, by the Practice of those Virtues, which though the Laws and Reason of Men have generally required, yet Christianity alone could sufficiently enforce. Not but that even these Laws have their singular Ʋse, and will be necessary as long as there Are Others beside the Meek that inherit the Earth, who must have their bounds Set which they should not pass.
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And this is another Advantage of these publick Foundations, that require and encourage the Study of the Laws of Nature, and Nations which ought to be the Foundation of all other, directing a more especial Regard to those Civil and Imperial Laws which have been generally suppos'd to come nearest to the first Principles, and have long obtained in the World upon that Account:
And this is Another Advantage of these public Foundations, that require and encourage the Study of the Laws of Nature, and nations which ought to be the Foundation of all other, directing a more especial Regard to those Civil and Imperial Laws which have been generally supposed to come nearest to the First Principles, and have long obtained in the World upon that Account:
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Many of our Pious Benefactors had a particular Eye to the Advancement of this sort of Learning, which enables Men to set an Inclosure round each others Property, and is the true Basis of Righteousness and Peace.
Many of our Pious Benefactors had a particular Eye to the Advancement of this sort of Learning, which enables Men to Set an Enclosure round each Others Property, and is the true Basis of Righteousness and Peace.
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Hence proceed others also, who searching into the Works of God for those Antidotes which his Wisdom has provided in secret against the Miseries of the World, do mightily support the Health and Welfare of the Body; by the strength of other Beings, they sustain the Weakness of Man, and in great measure stifle the seeds of Corruption which mingle themselves with,
Hence proceed Others also, who searching into the Works of God for those Antidotes which his Wisdom has provided in secret against the Misery's of the World, do mightily support the Health and Welfare of the Body; by the strength of other Beings, they sustain the Weakness of Man, and in great measure stifle the seeds of Corruption which mingle themselves with,
and often choak the seeds of Life which they support, and as long as Man is subject to so many disorders from within, and injuries from without, those that study their Cure, and employ their many Talents to so good an end, will never be esteemed unprofitable Servants, nor those Places that encourage them useless to the World.
and often choke the seeds of Life which they support, and as long as Man is Subject to so many disorders from within, and injuries from without, those that study their Cure, and employ their many Talents to so good an end, will never be esteemed unprofitable Servants, nor those Places that encourage them useless to the World.
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I might mention others likewise, who applying their Studies to other purposes, have proved exceeding useful in their Generations: Witness those Mathematical Heads, who by a Morning Thought have sav'd the Labour of so many Ages; and have shewn Men by their profitable Inventions, the readiest ways to supply themselves with the Necessaries and Conveniences of Life with abundantly greater ease, thereby abating much of that part of the Curse on Man In the Sweat of thy ` Brows shalt thou eat Bread;
I might mention Others likewise, who applying their Studies to other Purposes, have proved exceeding useful in their Generations: Witness those Mathematical Heads, who by a Morning Thought have saved the Labour of so many Ages; and have shown Men by their profitable Inventions, the Readiest ways to supply themselves with the Necessaries and Conveniences of Life with abundantly greater ease, thereby abating much of that part of the Curse on Man In the Sweat of thy ` Brows shalt thou eat Bred;
whilst these men by examining into the Laws of Motion and Mechanism, do perfect those Arts which are so necessary for the Well-being of Kingdoms, and the Employment of the People, they do more good to any Nation, than if they had sprang a Mine of Gold, or pointed out the Place of Silver where they find it.
while these men by examining into the Laws of Motion and Mechanism, do perfect those Arts which Are so necessary for the Well-being of Kingdoms, and the Employment of the People, they do more good to any nation, than if they had sprang a Mine of Gold, or pointed out the Place of Silver where they find it.
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For as there is great Force in Nature, almost to any purposes; so those that search into this great Depth, and vigorously endeavour to apply it to the Ʋses of Life, may be,
For as there is great Force in Nature, almost to any Purposes; so those that search into this great Depth, and vigorously endeavour to apply it to the Ʋses of Life, may be,
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As for those that apply themselves to the speculative Parts of those Studies, I believe these also meet with a suitable Reward to all their Labours in the delightful Enlargement of their Minds, and more extended Capacity of Thought; which qualifies them the better to launch out into the deep Abyss of Truth, and to maintain a Commerce with the far distant Regions of the Intellectual World. Besides these Studies, which are esteemed by many as Dry and Barren, may be directly exceeding fruitful of good Thoughts in the Soul,
As for those that apply themselves to the speculative Parts of those Studies, I believe these also meet with a suitable Reward to all their Labours in the delightful Enlargement of their Minds, and more extended Capacity of Thought; which Qualifies them the better to launch out into the deep Abyss of Truth, and to maintain a Commerce with the Far distant Regions of the Intellectual World. Beside these Studies, which Are esteemed by many as Dry and Barren, may be directly exceeding fruitful of good Thoughts in the Soul,
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But I am insensibly sliding into a large Field of Matter, when I have not Time to shew the great Ʋsefulness of all the particular Branches of Learning, tho' this would most effectually evince the great Charity of these Foundations which happily promote them;
But I am insensibly sliding into a large Field of Matter, when I have not Time to show the great Ʋsefulness of all the particular Branches of Learning, though this would most effectually evince the great Charity of these Foundations which happily promote them;
The publick Duties of a Christian so often and solemnly performed, must naturally have a great, Force upon the Soul, and tend to make Religion Habitual by the constant Practice of it:
The public Duties of a Christian so often and solemnly performed, must naturally have a great, Force upon the Soul, and tend to make Religion Habitual by the constant Practice of it:
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the one representing the Reasonableness, the other the Practicableness of true Goodness; and it can be no easie matter to rebel against so much Light, and to stifle all those good Motions which the happy Circumstances of their Life do force upon them.
the one representing the Reasonableness, the other the Practicableness of true goodness; and it can be no easy matter to rebel against so much Light, and to stifle all those good Motions which the happy circumstances of their Life do force upon them.
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But Secondly, That Men may effectually Labour to these great Purposes, they here find an agreeable Encouragement attending upon their Labours; the Conveniences of Life which these Foundations afford, are a great Encouragement to make themselves meet to receive them. It is indeed a Reproach to our Natures, that we should stand in need of any additional Encouragement to be Wise and Good; Wisdom and Goodness being themselves a sufficient Reward, and strong Incentives to the Pursuit of them:
But Secondly, That Men may effectually Labour to these great Purposes, they Here find an agreeable Encouragement attending upon their Labours; the Conveniences of Life which these Foundations afford, Are a great Encouragement to make themselves meet to receive them. It is indeed a Reproach to our Nature's, that we should stand in need of any additional Encouragement to be Wise and Good; Wisdom and goodness being themselves a sufficient Reward, and strong Incentives to the Pursuit of them:
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but yet the general Backwardness of Man to these things, makes it necessary to add the force of other Motives; besides it is very fit for the Credit and Reputation of Learning and Vertue in the World, that as happy Circumstances should attend them, as any other Employment:
but yet the general Backwardness of Man to these things, makes it necessary to add the force of other Motives; beside it is very fit for the Credit and Reputation of Learning and Virtue in the World, that as happy circumstances should attend them, as any other Employment:
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Therefore it is provided, that they who set themselves to seek after Wisdom, should have their Reward; the Possession of those Advantages, (the hopes of which are a Spur to some) should be a greater Encouragement to others,
Therefore it is provided, that they who Set themselves to seek After Wisdom, should have their Reward; the Possession of those Advantages, (the hope's of which Are a Spur to Some) should be a greater Encouragement to Others,
But further, the Countenance which is here given to Learning, by that Fellowship in Study, which is the Privilege of these publick Places of Education, may be thought no inconsiderable Encouragement. Company makes any kind of Labour go down with Chearfulness, and abates much of the fatigue of any Work; this renders that Business a Pleasure, which would be esteemed a Burden and Toil were we alone.
But further, the Countenance which is Here given to Learning, by that Fellowship in Study, which is the Privilege of these public Places of Education, may be Thought no inconsiderable Encouragement. Company makes any kind of Labour go down with Cheerfulness, and abates much of the fatigue of any Work; this renders that Business a Pleasure, which would be esteemed a Burden and Toil were we alone.
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Companions in this, as in any other Travel, insensibly cheat us of the tediousness of our Journey, and make us less mindful of our Weariness, and more unwilling to complain of it;
Sodales in this, as in any other Travel, insensibly cheat us of the tediousness of our Journey, and make us less mindful of our Weariness, and more unwilling to complain of it;
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for there is some aversion in our Natures to being out-done by our Equals, or distanced by those who have only the same Advantages in common with our selves.
for there is Some aversion in our Nature's to being outdone by our Equals, or distanced by those who have only the same Advantages in Common with our selves.
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What need is there in the Third Place, particularly to mention the great Obligations which these Places lay upon Men to excel in the Knowledge and Practice of Vertue and Goodness: This has been in some measure hinted at already,
What need is there in the Third Place, particularly to mention the great Obligations which these Places lay upon Men to excel in the Knowledge and Practice of Virtue and goodness: This has been in Some measure hinted At already,
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for their Opportunities are Obligations; their Encouragements, Obligations, Time and Leisure, and the Priviledges they enjoy, the Ends and Designs of their Benefactors,
for their Opportunities Are Obligations; their Encouragements, Obligations, Time and Leisure, and the Privileges they enjoy, the Ends and Designs of their Benefactors,
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It is very natural (at least, it is very reasonable ) for any one to consider why he is plac'd in such or such a station, that remembring the end, he may not do amiss, and whilst he does consider what the Design is for which those Privileges were given,
It is very natural (At least, it is very reasonable) for any one to Consider why he is placed in such or such a station, that remembering the end, he may not do amiss, and while he does Consider what the Design is for which those Privileges were given,
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this Person if he was under no Law, would be a Law unto himself, and endeavour to improve that Time which is so pretious, not only upon the account of himself, but of others too.
this Person if he was under no Law, would be a Law unto himself, and endeavour to improve that Time which is so precious, not only upon the account of himself, but of Others too.
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since the several Branches of them do aim at the reparation of those Mischiefs which were occasioned by the Fall, with reference either to our Bodies, or our Souls; and since the Advancement of Knowledge and Piety is much furthered by these publick Foundations, which afford great Opportunities, great Encouragements, and great Obligations to these Purposes; this shews the abundant Excellency of that publick Charity, from which such publick Benefits do arise:
since the several Branches of them do aim At the reparation of those Mischiefs which were occasioned by the Fallen, with Referente either to our Bodies, or our Souls; and since the Advancement of Knowledge and Piety is much furthered by these public Foundations, which afford great Opportunities, great Encouragements, and great Obligations to these Purposes; this shows the abundant Excellency of that public Charity, from which such public Benefits do arise:
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and surely what is pregnant with such great and good Designs, and produces such blessed Effects, will not ordinarily fail of the Praise of Men, at least not of the Approbation and Praise of God.
and surely what is pregnant with such great and good Designs, and produces such blessed Effects, will not ordinarily fail of the Praise of Men, At least not of the Approbation and Praise of God.
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Secondly, The peculiar Honour, which such publick Works of Charity reflect upon him that doth them, His righteousness endureth for ever, his Horn shall be exalted with Honour.
Secondly, The peculiar Honour, which such public Works of Charity reflect upon him that does them, His righteousness Endureth for ever, his Horn shall be exalted with Honour.
true Worth claims Esteem, and any real Excellency •s a Patent for Honour. Now there is no Body that expresses fairer Features of the Divinity, than the Charitable Person I am speaking of,
true Worth claims Esteem, and any real Excellency •s a Patent for Honour. Now there is no Body that Expresses Fairer Features of the Divinity, than the Charitable Person I am speaking of,
most Men will inwardly esteem his Vertues, of which they see such glorious Effects, and out of Justice to his Character, will endeavour to set forth all his Praise. Lo!
most Men will inwardly esteem his Virtues, of which they see such glorious Effects, and out of justice to his Character, will endeavour to Set forth all his Praise. Lo!
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this is the Man which trusted not in the multitude of his Riches, but according to Solomon 's Precept, honoured the Lord with his Substance, and with more than the First-fruits of his Increase.
this is the Man which trusted not in the multitude of his Riches, but according to Solomon is Precept, honoured the Lord with his Substance, and with more than the Firstfruits of his Increase.
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who when Riches increased, set not his heart upon them, but dispersed them abroad for the Service of Men, and the Glory of God; this is the Man who was Proof against all the Temptations which Riches bring along with them, was neither tempted by them to Luxury, nor Covetousness; neither to the Lusts of the Flesh,
who when Riches increased, Set not his heart upon them, but dispersed them abroad for the Service of Men, and the Glory of God; this is the Man who was Proof against all the Temptations which Riches bring along with them, was neither tempted by them to Luxury, nor Covetousness; neither to the Lustiest of the Flesh,
Such inward Veneration must good Men have of so much Worth, and by such Approbations will they express what they inwardly admire. Even in this respect, his Righteousness endureth for ever upon the Hearts and Tongues of these Men,
Such inward Veneration must good Men have of so much Worth, and by such Approbations will they express what they inwardly admire. Even in this respect, his Righteousness Endureth for ever upon the Hearts and Tongues of these Men,
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and will be as lasting as the Effects of it, even from Generation to Generation: To this purpose we read in holy Scripture, that the Memory of the Just is blessed;
and will be as lasting as the Effects of it, even from Generation to Generation: To this purpose we read in holy Scripture, that the Memory of the Just is blessed;
But then, if in this respect, the Witness of Men is great, the Witness of Angels and of God himself is much greater: If the Honour that cometh from Men is so very valuable, much more that which cometh from God, and from those which are round about him.
But then, if in this respect, the Witness of Men is great, the Witness of Angels and of God himself is much greater: If the Honour that comes from Men is so very valuable, much more that which comes from God, and from those which Are round about him.
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How may we imagin, will that Heavenly Hierarchy who rejoyce at the Conversion of Sinners, pronounce an Euge upon him who has so much further'd their Conversion! How will they welcome him into the Regions of Glory, who has laboured with them in the great Design of bringing many unto Righteousness, who has been their Fellow-helper in ministring to the Necessities of the Saints, and in forwarding their Progress toward the End of their Hopes who are Heirs of Salvation.
How may we imagine, will that Heavenly Hierarchy who rejoice At the Conversion of Sinners, pronounce an Euge upon him who has so much furthered their Conversion! How will they welcome him into the Regions of Glory, who has laboured with them in the great Design of bringing many unto Righteousness, who has been their Fellow-helper in ministering to the Necessities of the Saints, and in forwarding their Progress towards the End of their Hope's who Are Heirs of Salvation.
how must the Administration of this Service, which is abundant by many Thanksgivings unto God, obtain from him a more than ordinary Recompence of Reward. Such glorious Works are a great Credit to Religion, and a most sensible Demonstration of its Power: Many are hence perswaded to adore and reverence God,
how must the Administration of this Service, which is abundant by many Thanksgivings unto God, obtain from him a more than ordinary Recompense of Reward. Such glorious Works Are a great Credit to Religion, and a most sensible Demonstration of its Power: Many Are hence persuaded to adore and Reverence God,
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whilst their Light so shines before Men, and they cannot but see their good Works, they are more easily led to glorifie their Father which is in Heaven;
while their Light so shines before Men, and they cannot but see their good Works, they Are more Easily led to Glorify their Father which is in Heaven;
and consequently we may be assured, that such Righteous Men, shall not fail of the Righteous Man's Reward. They who are thus Instrumental in turning many unto Righteousness, shall (according to that in the Prophet) shine as the Stars for ever and ever;
and consequently we may be assured, that such Righteous Men, shall not fail of the Righteous Man's Reward. They who Are thus Instrumental in turning many unto Righteousness, shall (according to that in the Prophet) shine as the Stars for ever and ever;
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and those who by their Means are converted unto the Lord, shall add new Stars to their Crown, and be a continual Accession to their Glory: So that whereas most others can work out their Salvation only while they are here,
and those who by their Means Are converted unto the Lord, shall add new Stars to their Crown, and be a continual Accession to their Glory: So that whereas most Others can work out their Salvation only while they Are Here,
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these great and glorious Benefactors to Man-kind, leave as it were an increasing Stock behind them, which is still improving by Posterity to their Advantage.
these great and glorious Benefactors to Mankind, leave as it were an increasing Stock behind them, which is still improving by Posterity to their Advantage.
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In this Sense more especially their Righteousness endureth for ever, their Works of Charity shall follow them into the other World, to the mighty Increase of their Reward.
In this Sense more especially their Righteousness Endureth for ever, their Works of Charity shall follow them into the other World, to the mighty Increase of their Reward.
This Vertue, and the Subjects and Effects of it, which are of so high a Price in the sight of good Men, of the glorious Angels, and of God the Judge of all, have yet some that cast sour Looks upon them,
This Virtue, and the Subject's and Effects of it, which Are of so high a Price in the sighed of good Men, of the glorious Angels, and of God the Judge of all, have yet Some that cast sour Looks upon them,
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and to enquire why, notwithstanding what has been said, these Places and the Persons who more immediately enjoy the Benefit of them, have been in all Ages,
and to inquire why, notwithstanding what has been said, these Places and the Persons who more immediately enjoy the Benefit of them, have been in all Ages,
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and still are the Objects of some Peoples Envy, Hatred, and Ill-will. Why the Wicked, when they see them are grieved. Some there are of that unhappy Temper, that they are never well at ease when others are so,
and still Are the Objects of Some Peoples Envy, Hatred, and Ill-will. Why the Wicked, when they see them Are grieved. some there Are of that unhappy Temper, that they Are never well At ease when Others Are so,
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and then it is no wonder if such Places as these, where there is such large Provision made for the Happiness of the World, be evil-spoken of, and evil intreated by such Men.
and then it is no wonder if such Places as these, where there is such large Provision made for the Happiness of the World, be evil-spoken of, and evil entreated by such Men.
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whilst the eldest Son of Wickedness which ruleth in the Children of Disobedience, observes how much these Foundations contribute to the over-throw of his Kingdom, it cannot be strange,
while the eldest Son of Wickedness which Ruleth in the Children of Disobedience, observes how much these Foundations contribute to the overthrow of his Kingdom, it cannot be strange,
if he set his Agents on work in all places, by all means to weaken their Force, and by raising Prejudices, Calumnies, and Jealousies against them, lessen their Power.
if he Set his Agents on work in all places, by all means to weaken their Force, and by raising Prejudices, Calumnies, and Jealousies against them, lessen their Power.
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Or being uncapable of making just allowances for the Corruption of Human Nature, and Heat of Youth, and the Strength which many Temptations receive from it, do from the miscarriage of some few (most of which, perhaps brought the Infection along with them,
Or being uncapable of making just allowances for the Corruption of Human Nature, and Heat of Youth, and the Strength which many Temptations receive from it, do from the miscarriage of Some few (most of which, perhaps brought the Infection along with them,
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or caught it else-where) unreasonably condemn these Places for their Defects, as the Unhealthiness of the Child, is very often without Cause thrown upon the Nurse. But such Societies ought not in reason to bear the blame, for the Ʋnfruitfulness of some of their Members, any more than Religion it self,
or caught it elsewhere) unreasonably condemn these Places for their Defects, as the Unhealthiness of the Child, is very often without Cause thrown upon the Nurse. But such Societies ought not in reason to bear the blame, for the Ʋnfruitfulness of Some of their Members, any more than Religion it self,
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Do Men judge of the soundness of a Tree from the decay of Two or Three of its Branches? ought not rather the flourishing Condition of the other Boughs to shadow lesser Defects? and also be a sufficient Proof, that the Fault is not in the Stock, but in the particular Indisposition of some Parts which are unapt to receive Nourishment from it.
Do Men judge of the soundness of a Tree from the decay of Two or Three of its Branches? ought not rather the flourishing Condition of the other Boughs to shadow lesser Defects? and also be a sufficient Proof, that the Fault is not in the Stock, but in the particular Indisposition of Some Parts which Are unapt to receive Nourishment from it.
considering how the Temptations they then meet with, are suited to the very briskness of their Blood, and gaiety of their Complexion; it is an Honour to these Foundations, that so many are herein preserved from the Pollutions of the World;
considering how the Temptations they then meet with, Are suited to the very briskness of their Blood, and gaiety of their Complexion; it is an Honour to these Foundations, that so many Are herein preserved from the Pollutions of the World;
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and that by instilling good Principles, and encouraging good Practices, they are able in so great a measure to ballance the Weight of Corruption and Sin. And if there should be those who so ill requite the Charity and Care of others,
and that by instilling good Principles, and encouraging good Practices, they Are able in so great a measure to balance the Weight of Corruption and Sin. And if there should be those who so ill requite the Charity and Care of Others,
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as not sensibly to be better'd thereby, it may be a strong Argument of the wonderful Degeneracy of some Natures, but none at all of the Ʋselesness of those Foundations, which endeavour, tho' ineffectually, to restrain them.
as not sensibly to be bettered thereby, it may be a strong Argument of the wondered Degeneracy of Some Nature's, but none At all of the Ʋselesness of those Foundations, which endeavour, though ineffectually, to restrain them.
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Again, others there are, who considering how much the Advancement of Trade and Labour, and such like, is to the advantage of any Nation, having their Heads full of variety of Projects of this Nature, fondly magnifie one Way of Charity to the depression of another; and whilst their Thoughts are warm'd with these Things, they forthwith decry all Persons as useless to the Publick, which are not serviceable to it in their way.
Again, Others there Are, who considering how much the Advancement of Trade and Labour, and such like, is to the advantage of any nation, having their Heads full of variety of Projects of this Nature, fondly magnify one Way of Charity to the depression of Another; and while their Thoughts Are warmed with these Things, they forthwith decry all Persons as useless to the Public, which Are not serviceable to it in their Way.
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There is in most Men a great Partiality to their own Fancies, so great, that they think they cannot do Justice to the things they admire, without doing Injustice to every thing else;
There is in most Men a great Partiality to their own Fancies, so great, that they think they cannot doe justice to the things they admire, without doing Injustice to every thing Else;
The Reason of this, I suppose may be that having a strong Affection toward the Off-spring of their Brain, as well as any other, and turning those things that please them often over in their Thoughts, they see the Length, and Breadth,
The Reason of this, I suppose may be that having a strong Affection towards the Offspring of their Brain, as well as any other, and turning those things that please them often over in their Thoughts, they see the Length, and Breadth,
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and Depth, and Height of their Ʋsefulness, whilst other matters which have but a transitory Glance cast upon them, are not so well esteem'd, because not so well understood, and their Beauty for want of a Closer View does not affect them.
and Depth, and Height of their Ʋsefulness, while other matters which have but a transitory Glance cast upon them, Are not so well esteemed, Because not so well understood, and their Beauty for want of a Closer View does not affect them.
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Yet one would imagine that amongst a Civilized People, it might be a hard matter to find any, that should only value Men as they do their Beasts, meerly from the Strength of their Limbs.
Yet one would imagine that among a Civilized People, it might be a hard matter to find any, that should only valve Men as they do their Beasts, merely from the Strength of their Limbs.
Indeed it will easily be allowed, that where these Publick Foundations which are Nurseries of Learning and Religion, bear no Proportion or Regard to the Necessities of the People; that is,
Indeed it will Easily be allowed, that where these Public Foundations which Are Nurseries of Learning and Religion, bear no Proportion or Regard to the Necessities of the People; that is,
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For according to S. Paul 's Argument, If the whole Body were an Eye, where were the Hearing? In the Body Politick, as well as Natural, there are different Members; and it is not fit, that every Member should have the same Office, for then how is it possible that the different Necessities of it should be served? But in this Nation, the Number of these Religious Houses can now be no just ground of Offence, much less their Disservice to the Publick, as was shewn above.
For according to S. Paul is Argument, If the Whole Body were an Eye, where were the Hearing? In the Body Politic, as well as Natural, there Are different Members; and it is not fit, that every Member should have the same Office, for then how is it possible that the different Necessities of it should be served? But in this nation, the Number of these Religious Houses can now be no just ground of Offence, much less their Disservice to the Public, as was shown above.
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and consequently, they that extol some Works of Charity, to the exclusion of others, plead for a Schism in the Body, which naturally tends to its Destruction.
and consequently, they that extol Some Works of Charity, to the exclusion of Others, plead for a Schism in the Body, which naturally tends to its Destruction.
But I fear, the chief Ground of Hatred lies still behind, I am verily perswaded, that nothing makes these Places, or those that sow or reap the Benefit of them,
But I Fear, the chief Ground of Hatred lies still behind, I am verily persuaded, that nothing makes these Places, or those that sow or reap the Benefit of them,
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so much spoken against by different Parties, as the Opposition their Errors and Superstitions from hence meet with on all Occasions: (It is the Wicked, which when they see them, are grieved, the Enemies of the Doctrine, Discipline, or Practice of Christianity. ) As Truth will have its Opposers, so those that defend its Cause, will have Adversaries enough, who will be sure to spare nothing which may blacken their Characters, that their Wisdom and Learning, may have less Efficacy upon the Minds of the People: Whilst from such Places proceed Men who are ever ready to stand in the Gap against those who would either undermine our Faith, or break our Communion; this will open the Mouths of the Gainsayers, and make them in the Language of the Children of Edom in the Day of Jerusalem, cry, down with them, down with them, even to the Ground.
so much spoken against by different Parties, as the Opposition their Errors and Superstitions from hence meet with on all Occasions: (It is the Wicked, which when they see them, Are grieved, the Enemies of the Doctrine, Discipline, or Practice of Christianity.) As Truth will have its Opposers, so those that defend its Cause, will have Adversaries enough, who will be sure to spare nothing which may blacken their Characters, that their Wisdom and Learning, may have less Efficacy upon the Minds of the People: While from such Places proceed Men who Are ever ready to stand in the Gap against those who would either undermine our Faith, or break our Communion; this will open the Mouths of the Gainsayers, and make them in the Language of the Children of Edom in the Day of Jerusalem, cry, down with them, down with them, even to the Ground.
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If the Thoughts of some Men were Visible, we should plainly see, that their Opposition to Ʋniversities, generally proceeds from the Opposition of these to their Errors, and they are only out of Humor with these Constitutions, because they will not favour their Principles. I know something of a more odious Aspect is often pretended,
If the Thoughts of Some Men were Visible, we should plainly see, that their Opposition to Ʋniversities, generally proceeds from the Opposition of these to their Errors, and they Are only out of Humour with these Constitutions, Because they will not favour their Principles. I know something of a more odious Aspect is often pretended,
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but this is but a Pretence, the other is generally at the bottom. Tis really their Enmity to our Church, that makes them Enemies to the Seminaries of it;
but this is but a Pretence, the other is generally At the bottom. This really their Enmity to our Church, that makes them Enemies to the Seminaries of it;
and tho' they may urge other grounds to the People, yet they go upon these themselves: But this is so far from being their Reproach, that it is their Honour. For this puts the Ʋsefulness of these Foundations at present, upon the same Issue with the Ʋsefulness of the Church of England, and I think a fairer need not be desired.
and though they may urge other grounds to the People, yet they go upon these themselves: But this is so Far from being their Reproach, that it is their Honour. For this puts the Ʋsefulness of these Foundations At present, upon the same Issue with the Ʋsefulness of the Church of England, and I think a Fairer need not be desired.
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And thus I shall leave them both united in their common Interests, to the Protection of GOD, against all their Enemies round about, that they may both become the Glory and Praise of the Earth,
And thus I shall leave them both united in their Common Interests, to the Protection of GOD, against all their Enemies round about, that they may both become the Glory and Praise of the Earth,
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