THere is scarce any thing has occasion'd more hatred to the orthodox Clergy of the Church of England, than their frequent preaching up Submission to Government,
THere is scarce any thing has occasioned more hatred to the orthodox Clergy of the Church of England, than their frequent preaching up Submission to Government,
and to Our Government as by Law establisht both in Church and State; an Argument one would think, could never be unwelcome to such as lov'd their King,
and to Our Government as by Law established both in Church and State; an Argument one would think, could never be unwelcome to such as loved their King,
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and the peace of their Country, nor be thought unseasonable by any, who have but in the least taken notice how boldly men of late talk'd and printed too all the old principles of DISLOYALTY and REBELLION. It was sure high time to press obedience in the Pulpit,
and the peace of their Country, nor be Thought unseasonable by any, who have but in the least taken notice how boldly men of late talked and printed too all the old principles of DISLOYALTY and REBELLION. It was sure high time to press Obedience in the Pulpit,
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when there was so little in our practice, and the Generality were grown so insolent, that to be offended with the Government, was an Argument of a good Patriot, and they were the most acceptable to the people, who were the most obnoxious to their Governours;
when there was so little in our practice, and the Generality were grown so insolent, that to be offended with the Government, was an Argument of a good Patriot, and they were the most acceptable to the people, who were the most obnoxious to their Governors;
and became so potent and formidable, that had not that God who stilleth the noise of the Seas, stilled also the Tumult of the people, This day instead of being a Festival, a day of Thanks, Joy and Rejoycing, might have been a day of Confusion, a day of Sorrow, Mourning and Lamentation.
and became so potent and formidable, that had not that God who stilleth the noise of the Seas, stilled also the Tumult of the people, This day instead of being a Festival, a day of Thanks, Joy and Rejoicing, might have been a day of Confusion, a day of Sorrow, Mourning and Lamentation.
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He hath once more socur'd the Throne and Life of our Sovereign, and by this his gratious providence hath signaliz'd his concern for Authority, and opposition to Rebellion and Resistence. Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, &c.
He hath once more socured the Throne and Life of our Sovereign, and by this his gracious providence hath signalized his concern for authority, and opposition to Rebellion and Resistance. Whosoever Therefore Resisteth the power, etc.
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I shall therefore make use of this opportunity to represent unto you, First of all, The Original and Divinity of Government, it is from God, His Ordinance.
I shall Therefore make use of this opportunity to represent unto you, First of all, The Original and Divinity of Government, it is from God, His Ordinance.
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This power, which is in the Original NONLATINALPHABET, is distinguisht from NONLATINALPHABET signifying bare force and might, but NONLATINALPHABET a just Supremacy or Government, and of this we are to treat;
This power, which is in the Original, is distinguished from signifying bore force and might, but a just Supremacy or Government, and of this we Are to Treat;
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nay more ancient, if we will believe what some if not most of the Greek Fathers have asserted, viz. That the Angels were created long before the World, who certainly were under the Command and Government of God their great Creatour.
nay more ancient, if we will believe what Some if not most of the Greek Father's have asserted, viz. That the Angels were created long before the World, who Certainly were under the Command and Government of God their great Creator.
Let us consider the Original of Visible and Earthly Sovereignty, and this was in Paradise it self, that wherein God invested Man as soon as he was created.
Let us Consider the Original of Visible and Earthly Sovereignty, and this was in Paradise it self, that wherein God invested Man as soon as he was created.
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He was constituted sole Lord and Proprietour of all, and all the right that accru'd afterwards to others was by Donation or Cession. Man indeed being created single,
He was constituted sole Lord and Proprietor of all, and all the right that accrued afterwards to Others was by Donation or Session. Man indeed being created single,
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and afterwards Seth and so on, the first-born of every Family being as Jacob styles Reuben, the excellency of Dignity, and the excellency of power, the Supreme Governour over the rest;
and afterwards Seth and so on, the firstborn of every Family being as Jacob styles Reuben, the excellency of Dignity, and the excellency of power, the Supreme Governor over the rest;
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and this right of Primogeniture is founded or acknowledg'd in Gen. 4.7. where God tells Cain concerning Abel, Ʋnto thee, says he, shall be his desire, and thou shalt rule over him.
and this right of Primogeniture is founded or acknowledged in Gen. 4.7. where God tells Cain Concerning Abel, Ʋnto thee, Says he, shall be his desire, and thou shalt Rule over him.
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Whether God did here positively institute this Superiority of the first-born, or onely recognize that right and title which he had by Nature, is not much material to determine,
Whither God did Here positively institute this Superiority of the firstborn, or only recognise that right and title which he had by Nature, is not much material to determine,
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it being a case particularly reserv'd to God, the principles of Nature telling us that the first-born should have privileges over and above the younger: and from this I date the Original of Government:
it being a case particularly reserved to God, the principles of Nature telling us that the firstborn should have privileges over and above the younger: and from this I date the Original of Government:
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It was Patriarchal, founded in the very Law of Nature, which is the very Law of God, that NONLATINALPHABET, that unwritten Law, whereby God did at first mostly govern the World.
It was Patriarchal, founded in the very Law of Nature, which is the very Law of God, that, that unwritten Law, whereby God did At First mostly govern the World.
Learned men from hence conjecture, and that not without Reason, that the world was divided not by chance but by an especial Providence; it was regularly parted amongst the Sons of Noah, and the business was so order'd, that particular Countries were divided out to such particular Families,
Learned men from hence conjecture, and that not without Reason, that the world was divided not by chance but by an especial Providence; it was regularly parted among the Sons of Noah, and the business was so ordered, that particular Countries were divided out to such particular Families,
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Cedrenus tells us, that Noah divided the World amongst his three Sons NONLATINALPHABET, by some divine Oracle or Revelation; but whether it were so or no, no doubt but the providence of God was much concern'd in it;
Cedrenus tells us, that Noah divided the World among his three Sons, by Some divine Oracle or Revelation; but whither it were so or no, no doubt but the providence of God was much concerned in it;
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Mankind growing so numerous as that they could not well be under the Government of one, they were divided and subdivided into several parts and districts under their several Kings and Princes.
Mankind growing so numerous as that they could not well be under the Government of one, they were divided and subdivided into several parts and districts under their several Kings and Princes.
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Having thus given you an account of the Original of Government, that it is founded in Nature; Superiority and Inferiority, Authority and Subjection, being Relations as Natural as High and Low, as Great and Small;
Having thus given you an account of the Original of Government, that it is founded in Nature; Superiority and Inferiority, authority and Subjection, being Relations as Natural as High and Low, as Great and Small;
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it follows that it must be from God (the Law of Nature being no other than the Law or Appointment of God; ) as will more fully appear if we consider the Declarations God has been pleas'd to make concerning this matter in the Scriptures.
it follows that it must be from God (the Law of Nature being no other than the Law or Appointment of God;) as will more Fully appear if we Consider the Declarations God has been pleased to make Concerning this matter in the Scriptures.
In them Magistrates are styl'd Gods and the Sons of God, they mostly resembling God in their power and Majesty, and being the next in order to him of any of these visible Beings in the World.
In them Magistrates Are styled God's and the Sons of God, they mostly resembling God in their power and Majesty, and being the next in order to him of any of these visible Beings in the World.
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hence the Throne of the King is said to be the Throne of God, and they are said to be his Kings and his Anointed; By me (says the Wisedom of God) Kings reign, and Princes decree Justice, Prov. 8, 15, and our Saviour tells us, John 10.35. that they were called Gods, because unto them the word of God came, i. e.
hence the Throne of the King is said to be the Throne of God, and they Are said to be his Kings and his Anointed; By me (Says the Wisdom of God) Kings Reign, and Princes Decree justice, Curae 8, 15, and our Saviour tells us, John 10.35. that they were called God's, Because unto them the word of God Come, i. e.
v. the Magistrates are called NONLATINALPHABET the Ministers of God, and it has been observ'd that this word NONLATINALPHABET is in the Scriptures, at least the N. T. never attributed to any but such as have some sacred function either immediately instituted and prescribed by God himself,
v. the Magistrates Are called the Ministers of God, and it has been observed that this word is in the Scriptures, At least the N. T. never attributed to any but such as have Some sacred function either immediately instituted and prescribed by God himself,
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that it is indifferent by the Laws of God, whether we set up this or that particular form. It may be look'd upon as presumption to condemn all other forms of Government as sinfull and wicked,
that it is indifferent by the Laws of God, whither we Set up this or that particular from. It may be looked upon as presumption to condemn all other forms of Government as sinful and wicked,
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First of all, That this is the most natural and ancient way of Government in the World, Natura commenta est Regem, says Seneca, a King is the Invention and dictate of Nature it self,
First of all, That this is the most natural and ancient Way of Government in the World, Nature Commenta est Regem, Says Senecca, a King is the Invention and dictate of Nature it self,
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This might be prov'd by various quotations, but they are needless, it being in a manner confest, that no other sort of Government did prevail in the world for the first three thousand years,
This might be proved by various quotations, but they Are needless, it being in a manner confessed, that no other sort of Government did prevail in the world for the First three thousand Years,
In the East, those parts, where the world was first inhabited, they were all along govern'd by Kings and Monarches, and so are to this day, a strong presumption that the first Government of the world and the most natural is the Regal or Kingly. But
In the East, those parts, where the world was First inhabited, they were all along governed by Kings and Monarchs, and so Are to this day, a strong presumption that the First Government of the world and the most natural is the Regal or Kingly. But
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Secondly, It may be farther observ'd, that there is in Scripture no command (at least exprest) to obey any other form of Government than that of Kings, nor is there any other form of Government mention'd or taken notice of unless you will except that of the Gibeonites. It is to Kings that we are to be subject, Fear the Lord and the King, says the Wiseman, Prov. 24.21.
Secondly, It may be farther observed, that there is in Scripture no command (At least expressed) to obey any other from of Government than that of Kings, nor is there any other from of Government mentioned or taken notice of unless you will except that of the Gibeonites. It is to Kings that we Are to be Subject, fear the Lord and the King, Says the Wiseman, Curae 24.21.
Neither our Saviour, nor any of his Apostles, nor any of the primitive Fathers, that ever I heard of, did fault the Government of their times, which was Despotical and Monarchical, but oblige all to obedience and submission.
Neither our Saviour, nor any of his Apostles, nor any of the primitive Father's, that ever I herd of, did fault the Government of their times, which was Despotical and Monarchical, but oblige all to Obedience and submission.
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One of the greatest objections against this privilege and advantage of Kingly Government, is the account we have in Samuel, chap. 8. how that God was angry with the Israelites for demanding of a King, which supposes,
One of the greatest objections against this privilege and advantage of Kingly Government, is the account we have in Samuel, chap. 8. how that God was angry with the Israelites for demanding of a King, which supposes,
and in all emergent difficulties, appointed what was to be done, so that he was their proper King and especial Governour; the Judges, or the Sanhedrim, acted onely as Deputies under him.
and in all emergent difficulties, appointed what was to be done, so that he was their proper King and especial Governor; the Judges, or the Sanhedrim, acted only as Deputies under him.
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and the form of their Government even in those days, when there was no King in Israel, was Monarchical. And as to the Second, God's being angry with them for demanding a King;
and the from of their Government even in those days, when there was no King in Israel, was Monarchical. And as to the Second, God's being angry with them for demanding a King;
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not as if the thing had been absolutely unlawfull or inconvenient, for God Almighty himself gave orders to them about chusing of a King, Deut. 17.14, 15. but their fault in this particular case seems to me to have been their demanding of a King at this time.
not as if the thing had been absolutely unlawful or inconvenient, for God Almighty himself gave order to them about choosing of a King, Deuteronomy 17.14, 15. but their fault in this particular case seems to me to have been their demanding of a King At this time.
whereas now, as the case stood, whilst Samuel was alive, to depose him (which in effect they did by demanding a King,) was to contemn that Authority, which had set him over them;
whereas now, as the case stood, while Samuel was alive, to depose him (which in Effect they did by demanding a King,) was to contemn that authority, which had Set him over them;
and upon this account, God might well be angry with them, and give them a King in his wrath, that is, such a King as should be a plague and punishment to them.
and upon this account, God might well be angry with them, and give them a King in his wrath, that is, such a King as should be a plague and punishment to them.
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All these things consider'd, they are not so much to be blam'd and look'd upon as Court-Parasites, who assert Monarchy exclusively to all other sorts of Government to be Jure Divino. There are those who would fain perswade the world, that there are none but a few of the younger and meaner sort of the Clergy, such as frequent publick Houses, and want the Complements of their preferments, that are of this opinion;
All these things considered, they Are not so much to be blamed and looked upon as Court parasites, who assert Monarchy exclusively to all other sorts of Government to be Jure Divino. There Are those who would fain persuade the world, that there Are none but a few of the younger and meaner sort of the Clergy, such as frequent public Houses, and want the Compliments of their preferments, that Are of this opinion;
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whereas it has been declar'd by a whole Convocation, Anno 1640. That the most High and Sacred order of Kings is of Divine Right, being the ordinance of God himself, founded in the prime Laws of Nature,
whereas it has been declared by a Whole Convocation, Anno 1640. That the most High and Sacred order of Kings is of Divine Right, being the Ordinance of God himself, founded in the prime Laws of Nature,
and clearly establisht by express texts both of the Old and New Testament, and that a Supreme power is given to this most excellent order by God himself in Scriptures.
and clearly established by express texts both of the Old and New Testament, and that a Supreme power is given to this most excellent order by God himself in Scriptures.
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and yet there have been those, and that in great numbers, who have upon this account, viz. its inconsistency with the Royal prerogative of Christ, cry'd down and oppos'd all Magistracy. Of this sort were the Anabaptists in Germany, who taking hold of some loose unwary expressions of Luther, in his book of Christian Liberty, thought themselves exempted from all Civil and Secular as well as Ecclesiastical Power and Jurisdiction;
and yet there have been those, and that in great numbers, who have upon this account, viz. its inconsistency with the Royal prerogative of christ, cried down and opposed all Magistracy. Of this sort were the Anabaptists in Germany, who taking hold of Some lose unwary expressions of Luther, in his book of Christian Liberty, Thought themselves exempted from all Civil and Secular as well as Ecclesiastical Power and Jurisdiction;
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And of the same opinion there have been some amongst our selves, who would have no King, but King Jesus, follow no Banner but that of the Lamb, and damn'd all Magistracy as wicked and Antichristian; as if our Religion did supersede the necessity of Government and Obedience,
And of the same opinion there have been Some among our selves, who would have no King, but King jesus, follow no Banner but that of the Lamb, and damned all Magistracy as wicked and Antichristian; as if our Religion did supersede the necessity of Government and obedience,
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and our Saviour had banisht all power and Authority out of the world; whereas there is nothing so plain, as that he intermeddles no farther in these matters,
and our Saviour had banished all power and authority out of the world; whereas there is nothing so plain, as that he intermeddles no farther in these matters,
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and therefore submitted themselves, and exhort all to Submission even to the greatest Tyrants. Had the Magistracy been an Ʋsurpation on the prerogative of their Master, they would never have betray'd his cause by silence, much more have countenanc'd the Invasion of it, by encouraging all to submit to the Magistracy,
and Therefore submitted themselves, and exhort all to Submission even to the greatest Tyrants. Had the Magistracy been an Ʋsurpation on the prerogative of their Master, they would never have betrayed his cause by silence, much more have countenanced the Invasion of it, by encouraging all to submit to the Magistracy,
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and that for the Lord's sake; they would never sure have told as they do here in the Text, that the power was the ordinance of God, and that they that resist, should receive to themselves damnation.
and that for the Lord's sake; they would never sure have told as they do Here in the Text, that the power was the Ordinance of God, and that they that resist, should receive to themselves damnation.
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Our Saviour indeed was a King, and had all power given to him in Heaven and in Earth, but then his Kingdom, as he himself tells us, was not of this world. He was to reign in the minds and Souls of men;
Our Saviour indeed was a King, and had all power given to him in Heaven and in Earth, but then his Kingdom, as he himself tells us, was not of this world. He was to Reign in the minds and Souls of men;
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Nor by the way, does our Saviour's Spiritual Authority exclude the Magistrate from intermedling even in Spiritual Concerns, as some of the next Country have pretended.
Nor by the Way, does our Saviour's Spiritual authority exclude the Magistrate from intermeddling even in Spiritual Concerns, as Some of the next Country have pretended.
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The making good Laws for the establishment and preservation of Religion, and the seeing them put in Execution, is no encroachment upon our Saviour's Spiritual power and Authority;
The making good Laws for the establishment and preservation of Religion, and the seeing them put in Execution, is no encroachment upon our Saviour's Spiritual power and authority;
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for the Magistrates in such cases act onely under him, and for him, and it is part of their office to take care that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all Godliness and Honesty, which cannot be done without concerning themselves in matters of Religion.
for the Magistrates in such cases act only under him, and for him, and it is part of their office to take care that we may led a quiet and peaceable life in all Godliness and Honesty, which cannot be done without Concerning themselves in matters of Religion.
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and therefore, is by no means vacated by our Saviour, nor can be suppos'd while it keeps within its proper Sphere, to intrench upon any privilege or prerogative of his. But,
and Therefore, is by no means vacated by our Saviour, nor can be supposed while it keeps within its proper Sphere, to entrench upon any privilege or prerogative of his. But,
Thou shalt in any wise set him King over thee whom the Lord thy God shall chuse, Deut. 17.15. they were not to chuse for themselves, but rest satisfied with that designation God would be pleased to make.
Thou shalt in any wise Set him King over thee whom the Lord thy God shall choose, Deuteronomy 17.15. they were not to choose for themselves, but rest satisfied with that designation God would be pleased to make.
The power is from God, and therefore solely at his disposal, not the peoples. He may indeed convey this power by what ways and means his providence sees fit,
The power is from God, and Therefore solely At his disposal, not the peoples. He may indeed convey this power by what ways and means his providence sees fit,
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there are, for instance, Elective Kingdoms as well as Successive, but even in those places where there is an Election of the Supreme Magistrate, though he may be nominated by the people, yet he is authoriz'd by God; His Authority is wholly owing to the divine providence.
there Are, for instance, Elective Kingdoms as well as Successive, but even in those places where there is an Election of the Supreme Magistrate, though he may be nominated by the people, yet he is authorized by God; His authority is wholly owing to the divine providence.
If it be said that they had such a power, let them shew their Grant and produce their Letters Patents; Search all the Scriptures and most ancient Records, you shall not find the least footstep of it,
If it be said that they had such a power, let them show their Grant and produce their Letters Patents; Search all the Scriptures and most ancient Records, you shall not find the least footstep of it,
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nor so much as the least claim laid to it for many ages after the Creation. These latter ages indeed as being more quick-sighted than their great Grand-Fathers, have made some pretences to it:
nor so much as the least claim laid to it for many ages After the Creation. These latter ages indeed as being more quick-sighted than their great Grand-Fathers, have made Some pretences to it:
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But the strongest Arguments they have hitherto found out to back their Cause, have been force and violence, all their Endeavours of Reason are weak and trifling, built upon false and precarious Hypotheses, and notorious mistakes about the Original of mankind, and the division of the Earth amongst the Sons of Noah.
But the Strongest Arguments they have hitherto found out to back their Cause, have been force and violence, all their Endeavours of Reason Are weak and trifling, built upon false and precarious Hypotheses, and notorious mistakes about the Original of mankind, and the division of the Earth among the Sons of Noah.
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or at least speak as little to the purpose as the Man in the Moon. It is an easie matter to make suppositions, and draw up Schemes of Government, but proof and Authority is that we require,
or At least speak as little to the purpose as the Man in the Moon. It is an easy matter to make suppositions, and draw up Schemes of Government, but proof and authority is that we require,
and when they produce this for the people, we will make court to the Multitude, and pay our obedience to the Rabble. And if men would be quiet till that be done, we need not fear but our Government will last as long as the Sun and Moon shall endure.
and when they produce this for the people, we will make court to the Multitude, and pay our Obedience to the Rabble. And if men would be quiet till that be done, we need not Fear but our Government will last as long as the Sun and Moon shall endure.
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and as we differ in strength and proportion or other Natural Abilities, so we do in reference to Authority and Subjection: Some are born to govern, and some are born to be governed, and that by the prime Laws of Nature antecedent to any positive Fact or Contract between the Governours and Governed: from all which it follows,
and as we differ in strength and proportion or other Natural Abilities, so we do in Referente to authority and Subjection: some Are born to govern, and Some Are born to be governed, and that by the prime Laws of Nature antecedent to any positive Fact or Contract between the Governors and Governed: from all which it follows,
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Thus he dealt with Saul, and several of the Jewish Kings; Nay there is no Nation in the world but what can make proof of this by their own Histories. But now though a Prince may lose his right in reference to God,
Thus he dealt with Saul, and several of the Jewish Kings; Nay there is no nation in the world but what can make proof of this by their own Histories. But now though a Prince may loose his right in Referente to God,
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yet he does not in reference to man, the people have nothing to doe with him, he being God's immediate Officer and alone under his cognizance and disposal;
yet he does not in Referente to man, the people have nothing to do with him, he being God's immediate Officer and alone under his cognizance and disposal;
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So that however he acts, he is by virtue of the Imperial Law and prerogative of Princes no-ways accountable to the people, but to God alone, who invested him with this Sacred power and Authority. And indeed sad would be the case of Princes, were they subject to the power and correction of the Mobile, they would be onely Titular and Nominal Kings, reign by Courtesie,
So that however he acts, he is by virtue of the Imperial Law and prerogative of Princes noways accountable to the people, but to God alone, who invested him with this Sacred power and authority. And indeed sad would be the case of Princes, were they Subject to the power and correction of the Mobile, they would be only Titular and Nominal Kings, Reign by Courtesy,
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and be daily exposed to the Frenzy of the Multitude. If once the people come to be imposed upon (which is no difficult matter) by some designing ambitious man, to believe, that their Prince is either unfit for Government, or does not govern according to Law, but goes about to invade their Rights and Properties, must not this upon every turn throw all things into Confusion? for the Commonalty are Rash and Furious, seldom stay to consider things before it be too late,
and be daily exposed to the Frenzy of the Multitude. If once the people come to be imposed upon (which is no difficult matter) by Some designing ambitious man, to believe, that their Prince is either unfit for Government, or does not govern according to Law, but Goes about to invade their Rights and Properties, must not this upon every turn throw all things into Confusion? for the Commonalty Are Rash and Furious, seldom stay to Consider things before it be too late,
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and inconsiderateness of the people? And how many Kingdoms have been involv'd in bloud and slaughter, till at length one party prevails to the Ruine and Slavery of all the rest? There cannot therefore be a more pernicious Maxim to the peace and tranquillity of Government than this, That Kings receive their power from the people,
and inconsiderateness of the people? And how many Kingdoms have been involved in blood and slaughter, till At length one party prevails to the Ruin and Slavery of all the rest? There cannot Therefore be a more pernicious Maxim to the peace and tranquillity of Government than this, That Kings receive their power from the people,
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This is thought to be the likelyest way to keep Princes in awe, and make them more just and regular in their Government; whereas it rather seems a likelier way to make them Tyrants, to disable the people and secure themselves in their Thrones and Dominions; for upon this supposition of the peoples power over them, they will still be jealous of them,
This is Thought to be the likeliest Way to keep Princes in awe, and make them more just and regular in their Government; whereas it rather seems a likelier Way to make them Tyrants, to disable the people and secure themselves in their Thrones and Dominions; for upon this supposition of the peoples power over them, they will still be jealous of them,
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and truely they have but reason, considering how uneasie most are under even the best of Governments, how ready every body is from the man in the Gold-chain to the man in the Stall, to find fault with the management of affairs,
and truly they have but reason, considering how uneasy most Are under even the best of Governments, how ready every body is from the man in the Gold-chain to the man in the Stall, to find fault with the management of affairs,
and how attentively they listen to, and reflect upon all the pretended Miscarriages of their Governours: So that if Princes would sit safe upon their Thrones, they have not much cause wholly to rely upon the uncertain humours of the Vulgar. Their best security is from God, from him they have received their Authority,
and how attentively they listen to, and reflect upon all the pretended Miscarriages of their Governors: So that if Princes would fit safe upon their Thrones, they have not much cause wholly to rely upon the uncertain humours of the vulgar. Their best security is from God, from him they have received their authority,
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the peoples concern is to submit and obey, not question their Governours, for however they Govern, the power can never Escheat or fall into their hands, but onely into God 's, whose ordinance it is.
the peoples concern is to submit and obey, not question their Governors, for however they Govern, the power can never Escheat or fallen into their hands, but only into God is, whose Ordinance it is.
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neither do we find any instance thereof in all the primitive times, when, if ever, one would have thought such a resistance might have been lawfull, the Government being so arbitrary and tyrannical, and the miseries the first Christians endur'd so barbarous and savage, and contrary to all the sense and pity of Humane Nature. No! the great doctrine of the Gospel was taking up the Cross, not taking up arms; no such thing as a Conspiracy or Insurrection hath the least countenance in our Religion,
neither do we find any instance thereof in all the primitive times, when, if ever, one would have Thought such a resistance might have been lawful, the Government being so arbitrary and tyrannical, and the misery's the First Christians endured so barbarous and savage, and contrary to all the sense and pity of Humane Nature. No! the great Doctrine of the Gospel was taking up the Cross, not taking up arms; no such thing as a conspiracy or Insurrection hath the least countenance in our Religion,
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and our Law hath drawn up a Declaration for us particularly of the Clergy, wherein we assert it not to be lawfull upon any pretence whatever to take up arms against the King's person, or against those, who are Commissionated by him.
and our Law hath drawn up a Declaration for us particularly of the Clergy, wherein we assert it not to be lawful upon any pretence whatever to take up arms against the King's person, or against those, who Are Commissionated by him.
These are our Circumstances, and of these we have but too much reason to be put in mind, there having been now of late three sorts of men especially, who have gone about to subvert this Doctrine:
These Are our circumstances, and of these we have but too much reason to be put in mind, there having been now of late three sorts of men especially, who have gone about to subvert this Doctrine:
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And First, For the Atheists, These men cannot certainly be friends to the Government which is the ordinance of God, who disown the being of God, and overthrow the Foundation of all Religion.
And First, For the Atheists, These men cannot Certainly be Friends to the Government which is the Ordinance of God, who disown the being of God, and overthrow the Foundation of all Religion.
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It is not probable it should last much longer, than till these men can find an opportunity to justle him out of his Throne, as they have endeavour'd to do God himself out of his. To resist their Sovereign can be thought no crime by them, who dare oppose the great Sovereign of the world,
It is not probable it should last much longer, than till these men can find an opportunity to justle him out of his Throne, as they have endeavoured to do God himself out of his. To resist their Sovereign can be Thought no crime by them, who Dare oppose the great Sovereign of the world,
and bid open defiance to the Universal Lord of all. All the obligations they can be suppos'd to have to be true to the Government are Fear and Self-preservation, so that where this fear ceases,
and bid open defiance to the Universal Lord of all. All the obligations they can be supposed to have to be true to the Government Are fear and Self-preservation, so that where this Fear ceases,
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and planting the Crown on their own heads? And as for Self-preservation, if they apprehend any danger by the Government, this must supersede all other obligations whatsoever, that is, they may preserve themselves though it be with the ruine of all mankind:
and planting the Crown on their own Heads? And as for Self-preservation, if they apprehend any danger by the Government, this must supersede all other obligations whatsoever, that is, they may preserve themselves though it be with the ruin of all mankind:
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a principle that must needs be destructive of Government and Humane Society, for under this pretence of self-preservation, the greatest Villanies may be acted,
a principle that must needs be destructive of Government and Humane Society, for under this pretence of self-preservation, the greatest Villainies may be acted,
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In fine, the principles of these mens policy are wholly founded upon self-Interest without any respect to the Publick, or that Community wherein they live;
In fine, the principles of these men's policy Are wholly founded upon self-Interest without any respect to the Public, or that Community wherein they live;
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Its no wonder then, there should be of this sort of men in the present Conspiracy, men of Atheistical principles, of the Spawn of that great Leviathan, who for many years together hath been playing in these our waters, infested this our Land with the most lewd and pernicious practices and opinions.
Its no wonder then, there should be of this sort of men in the present conspiracy, men of Atheistical principles, of the Spawn of that great Leviathan, who for many Years together hath been playing in these our waters, infested this our Land with the most lewd and pernicious practices and opinions.
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and these are the Romanists. They do indeed believe and adore a God in Heaven, but then they have another upon Earth; I mean their Lord God the Pope. In him they place such a Plenitude or fulness of power, that he can Excommunicate and depose Princes, absolve their Subjects from Allegiance,
and these Are the Romanists. They do indeed believe and adore a God in Heaven, but then they have Another upon Earth; I mean their Lord God the Pope. In him they place such a Plenitude or fullness of power, that he can Excommunicate and depose Princes, absolve their Subject's from Allegiance,
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And it is highly probable, that it was in token of this Superiority over all mankind, that it is noted in the book of the Sacred Ceremonies of that Church, Quod Pontifex Romanus nemini Reverentiam facit;
And it is highly probable, that it was in token of this Superiority over all mankind, that it is noted in the book of the Sacred Ceremonies of that Church, Quod Pontifex Romanus Nobody Reverentiam facit;
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To this extravagant height is the pretended Successour of St. Peter arriv'd, he is so far from imitating our Saviour, whose Vicar he would be thought to be,
To this extravagant height is the pretended Successor of Saint Peter arrived, he is so Far from imitating our Saviour, whose Vicar he would be Thought to be,
and will submit himself to no ordinance of man, neither King nor other Governour, though their Authority have the stamp of God upon it as visible as that of the greatest Clergy-man.
and will submit himself to no Ordinance of man, neither King nor other Governor, though their authority have the stamp of God upon it as visible as that of the greatest Clergyman.
There are indeed those amongst them, that would confine the exorbitant Power of this ancient Gentleman; and bring it within the compass of things Spiritual, who yet do assert his power of dispensing with the Oaths and Obligations of Subjects in case the Prince be an Heretick, that is, according to the Roman Dialect, not of their Communion;
There Are indeed those among them, that would confine the exorbitant Power of this ancient Gentleman; and bring it within the compass of things Spiritual, who yet doe assert his power of dispensing with the Oaths and Obligations of Subject's in case the Prince be an Heretic, that is, according to the Roman Dialect, not of their Communion;
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This Bull indeed, though it made a great noise, yet did little mischeif; for upon some experiments the Papists finding themselves too weak, to overthrow the Establish'd Government, it was desired that this Bull might be understood with some Latitude,
This Bull indeed, though it made a great noise, yet did little mischief's; for upon Some experiments the Papists finding themselves too weak, to overthrow the Established Government, it was desired that this Bull might be understood with Some Latitude,
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They will very plausibly tell you, that they are for obedience to Kings, nay, and that this obedience is due jure Divino by a Divine Right (so Cardinal Perron ) but then they also tell you, that a King may cease to be a King, he may forfeit his Right to Govern, particularly in the case of Heresie, and then to resist him is no resisting of a King.
They will very plausibly tell you, that they Are for Obedience to Kings, nay, and that this Obedience is due jure Divino by a Divine Right (so Cardinal Perron) but then they also tell you, that a King may cease to be a King, he may forfeit his Right to Govern, particularly in the case of Heresy, and then to resist him is no resisting of a King.
Religion can be no pretence to justify Rebellion, because the obedience we owe to Princes is not for their Religion, but for their Dignity and Authority. I confess that when a Prince does maintain and encourage the true Religion, it is a farther Motive to obey him;
Religion can be no pretence to justify Rebellion, Because the Obedience we owe to Princes is not for their Religion, but for their Dignity and authority. I confess that when a Prince does maintain and encourage the true Religion, it is a farther Motive to obey him;
when the Apostles writ, were Heathen and Infidel, and yet they tell us, they were from God, and enjoyn obedience and Submission to them, notwithstanding the diversity of their Belief and Religion. They had not yet learnt the Romish Doctrine, that Infidelity or Heresie are sufficient to dispossess men of their rights, they knew nothing of Dominion being founded in Grace, nor ever endeavour'd to introduce their Religion into the Roman Empire by the Murther of the Emperour, slaughter of the Senate, and involving all in Bloud and Massacre. These were Doctrines not found out till about seven or eight hundred years ago;
when the Apostles writ, were Heathen and Infidel, and yet they tell us, they were from God, and enjoin Obedience and Submission to them, notwithstanding the diversity of their Belief and Religion. They had not yet learned the Romish Doctrine, that Infidelity or Heresy Are sufficient to dispossess men of their rights, they knew nothing of Dominion being founded in Grace, nor ever endeavoured to introduce their Religion into the Roman Empire by the Murder of the Emperor, slaughter of the Senate, and involving all in Blood and Massacre. These were Doctrines not found out till about seven or eight hundred Years ago;
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Thirdly, Such as call themselves the True-Protestants. I give not this name in scorn, but am heartily sorry, that any who go by that name, should ever have given occasion for what I am to say.
Thirdly, Such as call themselves the True-Protestants. I give not this name in scorn, but am heartily sorry, that any who go by that name, should ever have given occasion for what I am to say.
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We have had, with sorrow and shame be it spoken, such amongst our selves, who have equall'd, if not outdone the very Jesuits in all their doctrines about Government;
We have had, with sorrow and shame be it spoken, such among our selves, who have equaled, if not outdone the very Jesuits in all their doctrines about Government;
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we have had those who have resisted, and resisted unto Bloud, who have not onely speculatively but practically maintain'd all their Principles of Disloyalty and Rebellion.
we have had those who have resisted, and resisted unto Blood, who have not only speculatively but practically maintained all their Principles of Disloyalty and Rebellion.
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But thanks be to God, this is none of the true and right ancient Protestant Doctrine, though some of great note and place have but two much encourag'd it.
But thanks be to God, this is none of the true and right ancient Protestant Doctrine, though Some of great note and place have but two much encouraged it.
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The name of Protestant, however since abus'd and misappli'd, is no name of Rebellion, nor was taken up (as some of the Papists insinuate) to protest against the Authority of Princes, but against a particular decree of the Papists, made in opposition to the Reformation: and in that sense we would have it understood;
The name of Protestant, however since abused and misapplied, is no name of Rebellion, nor was taken up (as Some of the Papists insinuate) to protest against the authority of Princes, but against a particular Decree of the Papists, made in opposition to the Reformation: and in that sense we would have it understood;
you must protest against Popery, but not against your Prince. Search all the Confessions of the Reformed Churches, and you will find they have taken particular care about this business of Obedience to Magistrates: there is one Confession that reckons this Obedience inter primi ordinis bona opera, amongst good works of the highest degree;
you must protest against Popery, but not against your Prince. Search all the Confessions of the Reformed Churches, and you will find they have taken particular care about this business of obedience to Magistrates: there is one Confessi that reckons this obedience inter Primi Order Bona opera, among good works of the highest degree;
if not practices loosen'd the nerves of Government, and given but too much countenance to Resistance and Rebellion; amongst which Calvin is reckon'd for one, and a principal one too.
if not practices loosened thee nerves of Government, and given but too much countenance to Resistance and Rebellion; among which calvin is reckoned for one, and a principal one too.
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and it must be own'd that they were not in this matter, whilst he supposes such a power in the Inferiour Magistrate as to curb the Superiour, though he brings it in with a fortè: perchance says he, the three Estates in their solemn Assemblies may have such a power.
and it must be owned that they were not in this matter, while he supposes such a power in the Inferior Magistrate as to curb the Superior, though he brings it in with a fortè: perchance Says he, the three Estates in their solemn Assemblies may have such a power.
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But what he onely thus cunningly or cautiously suppos'd, has been improv'd so far, that it has had a fatal influence over a great part of our Christendom. We have had books upon books writ to this purpose, that in case the Supreme Magistrate transgress his Duty, the Inferiour Magistrate may and ought to resist him; and in case both are negligent, the majority of the people hath power over both;
But what he only thus cunningly or cautiously supposed, has been improved so Far, that it has had a fatal influence over a great part of our Christendom. We have had books upon books writ to this purpose, that in case the Supreme Magistrate transgress his Duty, the Inferior Magistrate may and ought to resist him; and in case both Are negligent, the majority of the people hath power over both;
Now these principles, whatever Authority they may vouch, are none of the Protestant Doctrine but perfect Popery; they are no part of the Reformed Religion, I am sure not of ours: for part,
Now these principles, whatever authority they may vouch, Are none of the Protestant Doctrine but perfect Popery; they Are no part of the Reformed Religion, I am sure not of ours: for part,
and a prime part of our Reformation, did consist in asserting to our Princes their Rights and Prerogatives, against the Papal and all Incroachments whatever;
and a prime part of our Reformation, did consist in asserting to our Princes their Rights and Prerogatives, against the Papal and all Encroachments whatever;
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in freeing them from Vassalage either to Foreign or Domestick Usurpation, and fixing their Crown above the reach of or Pope or People. We wish, we pray for good Princes, but if they should chance to prove bad, we think our selves oblig'd by the Laws of God and the Land,
in freeing them from Vassalage either to Foreign or Domestic Usurpation, and fixing their Crown above the reach of or Pope or People. We wish, we pray for good Princes, but if they should chance to prove bad, we think our selves obliged by the Laws of God and the Land,
We dare not presume to stretch forth our hands against the Lord's anointed, for bad Kings as well as good are from God, and no resistance is allow'd to either.
We Dare not presume to stretch forth our hands against the Lord's anointed, for bad Kings as well as good Are from God, and no resistance is allowed to either.
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Neither the Inferiour Magistrate, nor the Majority of the people, nor the Minister, nor the Pope have any power upon any pretence to call them to account, who depend wholly upon God,
Neither the Inferior Magistrate, nor the Majority of the people, nor the Minister, nor the Pope have any power upon any pretence to call them to account, who depend wholly upon God,
so that in case our Rights be invaded, we may resist, provided especially such in whose hands part of the Government is suppos'd to be lodg'd, do abet and lead us on.
so that in case our Rights be invaded, we may resist, provided especially such in whose hands part of the Government is supposed to be lodged, do abet and led us on.
If by mixt Monarchy be meant a Limited Monarchy, no doubt but ours is such, for it is limited by the Laws of God and Nature; by the general principles of Equity and Justice;
If by mixed Monarchy be meant a Limited Monarchy, no doubt but ours is such, for it is limited by the Laws of God and Nature; by the general principles of Equity and justice;
and our Princes have been pleas'd to limit themselves, by condescending to govern by such and such particular Rules. Thus indeed it is limited but not by any Co-ordination; We have solemnly swore by the Oath of Supremacy, that the King is our onely Supreme Governour, which plainly excludes all Co-ordination, for if he be Supreme and onely Supreme, there are no others can challenge an Equality of power or Government with him,
and our Princes have been pleased to limit themselves, by condescending to govern by such and such particular Rules. Thus indeed it is limited but not by any Coordination; We have solemnly swore by the Oath of Supremacy, that the King is our only Supreme Governor, which plainly excludes all Coordination, for if he be Supreme and only Supreme, there Are no Others can challenge an Equality of power or Government with him,
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O! that this Doctrine had been known and believ'd for some time ago, it would have prevented a great deal of that bloud that hath been spilt in this Nation;
OH! that this Doctrine had been known and believed for Some time ago, it would have prevented a great deal of that blood that hath been spilled in this nation;
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Though we make the Magistrate to be the Ordinance of God, yet we do not Seat him in the Throne of God, nor expect that an Ʋniversal Obedience should be given him, in whatever he may please to command,
Though we make the Magistrate to be the Ordinance of God, yet we do not Seat him in the Throne of God, nor expect that an Ʋniversal obedience should be given him, in whatever he may please to command,
Though Resistance can never be Lawfull, yet Non-obedience may, and become a Duty; for notwithstanding that we exalt Princes so High, as to be next to God, yet we make God still to be above them, so that whereever the Command of the Magistrate clashes and interferes with the Command of God, we are in that case to set it aside,
Though Resistance can never be Lawful, yet Nonobedience may, and become a Duty; for notwithstanding that we exalt Princes so High, as to be next to God, yet we make God still to be above them, so that wherever the Command of the Magistrate clashes and interferes with the Command of God, we Are in that case to Set it aside,
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The Minister is confessedly the Ordinance of God, and yet if he propose to our belief or practice, what is false or prohibited, his Authority can lay no obligation upon us,
The Minister is confessedly the Ordinance of God, and yet if he propose to our belief or practice, what is false or prohibited, his authority can lay no obligation upon us,
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of the same Nature is the Authority of the Prince, if he enjoyns us any thing inconsistent with the will of God, we are dispenst with our Obedience to him, by that greater obligation we owe to the Supreme Prince of all.
of the same Nature is the authority of the Prince, if he enjoins us any thing inconsistent with the will of God, we Are dispensed with our obedience to him, by that greater obligation we owe to the Supreme Prince of all.
First, That we be fully assur'd, that what he commands is contrary to the Law of God, and this Assurance ought not to be grounded upon fancy, conjecture, Probability, long and uncertain Deductions,
First, That we be Fully assured, that what he commands is contrary to the Law of God, and this Assurance ought not to be grounded upon fancy, conjecture, Probability, long and uncertain Deductions,
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We have a plain Command to obey the Higher Powers, and we ought to have as plain a Command to satisfy our own Consciences and the World, before we withdraw our Obedience.
We have a plain Command to obey the Higher Powers, and we ought to have as plain a Command to satisfy our own Consciences and the World, before we withdraw our obedience.
In things Dubious, the Authority of our Governours should go a great way, so far as to preponderate all the little scruples that may arise in our minds:
In things Dubious, the authority of our Governors should go a great Way, so Far as to preponderate all the little scruples that may arise in our minds:
But Secondly, Another Rule that ought to be observ'd in this case is, that supposing we are assur'd that we ought not in some particular Instances obey the orders of our Governours, yet when we withdraw our Obedience, it should be without Noise or Tumult, it should be modestly and humbly, with expressions of Sorrow that we cannot comply with them in what they require of us.
But Secondly, another Rule that ought to be observed in this case is, that supposing we Are assured that we ought not in Some particular Instances obey the order of our Governors, yet when we withdraw our obedience, it should be without Noise or Tumult, it should be modestly and humbly, with expressions of Sorrow that we cannot comply with them in what they require of us.
We must not make Satyrs and Invectives, be daily libelling the Government, and exposing it to the contempt of the Populace. We ought not to make combinations and meetings, in opposition or defiance of the publick Establishment. For suppose there should be no actual design of Evil carri'd on in these meetings, yet they are but too apt to breed and nourish Discontent and ill Humours against our Governours;
We must not make Satyrs and Invectives, be daily libeling the Government, and exposing it to the contempt of the Populace. We ought not to make combinations and meetings, in opposition or defiance of the public Establishment. For suppose there should be no actual Design of Evil carried on in these meetings, yet they Are but too apt to breed and nourish Discontent and ill Humours against our Governors;
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for it is a shrewd Temptation for men not to think or speak over-kindly of them, by whom they are forc'd into such Clandestine Assemblies. And these have been all-along lookt upon as dangerous to a State, especially to a Monarchy: hence the Roman Emperours were so exceeding jealous of these NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET, of any Combinations or Sodalities of men amongst them.
for it is a shrewd Temptation for men not to think or speak over-kindly of them, by whom they Are forced into such Clandestine Assemblies. And these have been all-along looked upon as dangerous to a State, especially to a Monarchy: hence the Roman emperors were so exceeding jealous of these and, of any Combinations or Sodalities of men among them.
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If therefore we must dissent, if the unhappiness of our Education, or Complexion or Acquaintance, may have caus'd us to imbibe principles that are not allow'd of by our Governours;
If Therefore we must dissent, if the unhappiness of our Education, or Complexion or Acquaintance, may have caused us to imbibe principles that Are not allowed of by our Governors;
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if we cannot lay them down, let us at least retain them to our selves, and not endeavour to make Proselytes and Parties to the disturbance of the Government;
if we cannot lay them down, let us At least retain them to our selves, and not endeavour to make Proselytes and Parties to the disturbance of the Government;
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if he command any thing contrary to the Laws of Nature, the Dictates of Equity and Justice, and the Rules of Government. There is a vast difference between Non-obedience and Resistance, we must not obey our Prince if he should impose any thing ill upon us,
if he command any thing contrary to the Laws of Nature, the Dictates of Equity and justice, and the Rules of Government. There is a vast difference between Nonobedience and Resistance, we must not obey our Prince if he should impose any thing ill upon us,
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as that which hath no foundation either in Law or Religion; Nay, we are told that the promoters of it are guilty of little less than Treason, and those that practise it are Felo's de se, guilty of their own death.
as that which hath no Foundation either in Law or Religion; Nay, we Are told that the promoters of it Are guilty of little less than Treason, and those that practise it Are Felo's de se, guilty of their own death.
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The opinion it seems of these is, that in case we be persecuted contrary to Law, it is lawfull to Resist; if indeed the Law be on the Prince's side, there and then alone we are under the obligations of Non-resistance. But whether it be by Law,
The opinion it seems of these is, that in case we be persecuted contrary to Law, it is lawful to Resist; if indeed the Law be on the Prince's side, there and then alone we Are under the obligations of Nonresistance. But whither it be by Law,
yet it hath no where given us leave to maintain them by force against our Lawfull Governour. The Magistrate is the ordinance of God, and if he should abuse the Power committed to him by God,
yet it hath no where given us leave to maintain them by force against our Lawful Governor. The Magistrate is the Ordinance of God, and if he should abuse the Power committed to him by God,
though we are not in all things bound to obey, yet we are so far from being empower'd to resist, that even in this case, He that resisteth, shall receive to himself damnation.
though we Are not in all things bound to obey, yet we Are so Far from being empowered to resist, that even in this case, He that Resisteth, shall receive to himself damnation.
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and fire even Marble Kingdoms; for if the people may upon any account resist their Governours, no doubt but they will upon every one plead the advantage,
and fire even Marble Kingdoms; for if the people may upon any account resist their Governors, no doubt but they will upon every one plead the advantage,
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and spurn it of the shoulders, the whole body must needs fall and sink into its Grave and Tomb. Civil wars are of all others the most destructive of the Peace,
and spurn it of the shoulders, the Whole body must needs fallen and sink into its Grave and Tomb. Civil wars Are of all Others the most destructive of the Peace,
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and very being of that Society wherein they are acted, and have usually been more bloody, as they have been more inhumane than any foreign force whatever.
and very being of that Society wherein they Are acted, and have usually been more bloody, as they have been more inhumane than any foreign force whatever.
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These sort of unnatural dissentions have laid desolate as many Countries as any Hostile Invasion, they have made them at least a more easie conquest to such as would attempt them.
These sort of unnatural dissensions have laid desolate as many Countries as any Hostile Invasion, they have made them At least a more easy conquest to such as would attempt them.
And I beseech you, let it be remembred (for it is a certain truth,) that more bloud has been spilt, more men have lost their Lives and fortunes by Resistance, than by the most Tyrannical Government. The remedy has been found worse than the disease.
And I beseech you, let it be remembered (for it is a certain truth,) that more blood has been spilled, more men have lost their Lives and fortune's by Resistance, than by the most Tyrannical Government. The remedy has been found Worse than the disease.
but on the Anniversary of our martyr'd Sovereign, and we are very much beholding to him, that we may at least once a year vent our Sorrows, and reflect on these things.
but on the Anniversary of our martyred Sovereign, and we Are very much beholding to him, that we may At least once a year vent our Sorrows, and reflect on these things.
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nor groan'd under the weight of so much and so innocent bloud, which may God of his infinite mercy never lay to the charge of us or any of our posterity. But,
nor groaned under the weight of so much and so innocent blood, which may God of his infinite mercy never lay to the charge of us or any of our posterity. But,
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Secondly, Let us consider the ill Consequences of Resistance, with respect to particular persons, and that with reference to their present security and wellfare, and their future happiness.
Secondly, Let us Consider the ill Consequences of Resistance, with respect to particular Persons, and that with Referente to their present security and welfare, and their future happiness.
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When a Storm is rais'd, one may be overwhelm'd as well as another, when once the Rabble is in arms, it will be no easie matter to persuade them to disband;
When a Storm is raised, one may be overwhelmed as well as Another, when once the Rabble is in arms, it will be no easy matter to persuade them to disband;
There is a Divine Providence that guards the Thrones and persons of Princes, which is a greater security to them than the strongest Military Defence. This watches over them when they are asleep, supports them under the burthen of their Cares,
There is a Divine Providence that guards the Thrones and Persons of Princes, which is a greater security to them than the Strongest Military Defence. This watches over them when they Are asleep, supports them under the burden of their Cares,
and bring us to publick shame, a Cart or a Scaffold. The man that intends to be a Traytor, must at the same time arm himself to suffer the tortures of Death, the abhorrence of all good men,
and bring us to public shame, a Cart or a Scaffold. The man that intends to be a Traitor, must At the same time arm himself to suffer the tortures of Death, the abhorrence of all good men,
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The first Rebellion we find upon Record in Scripture, is that of Corah, Dathan and Abiram, and no less than two hundred and fifty PRINCES OF THE ASSEMBLY, famous in their generation, men of Renown, Numb.
The First Rebellion we find upon Record in Scripture, is that of Corah, Dathan and Abiram, and no less than two hundred and fifty PRINCES OF THE ASSEMBLY, famous in their generation, men of Renown, Numb.
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but what was the event of this? they and their accomplices were miraculously destroy'd, partly by fire from the Lord, and partly by the earth 's opening and swallowing them up alive.
but what was the event of this? they and their accomplices were miraculously destroyed, partly by fire from the Lord, and partly by the earth is opening and swallowing them up alive.
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yet there is no doubt but without a sincere and solemn Repentance, they shall be sure to smart for it hereafter, their punishment in the next world shall compensate for what they wanted in this.
yet there is no doubt but without a sincere and solemn Repentance, they shall be sure to smart for it hereafter, their punishment in the next world shall compensate for what they wanted in this.
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and yet no less a punishment shall be the reward of the Traytor: nay, if we will be so curious as to enquire into the occasion of God's making a Hell, we shall find it was particularly made for Traytors. It was, says our Saviour, prepared for the Devil and his Angels, Matt. 25.41.
and yet no less a punishment shall be the reward of the Traitor: nay, if we will be so curious as to inquire into the occasion of God's making a Hell, we shall find it was particularly made for Traitors. It was, Says our Saviour, prepared for the devil and his Angels, Matt. 25.41.
and we know their Crime was high Treason and Rebellion, against their Sovereign Lord and Creatour. So that this place of Torment, had its very Original and beginning from Treason, and therefore is the fittest place for such as are guilty of it,
and we know their Crime was high Treason and Rebellion, against their Sovereign Lord and Creator. So that this place of Torment, had its very Original and beginning from Treason, and Therefore is the Fittest place for such as Are guilty of it,
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and thither they must go to be company for those Revolted Spirits their fellow - Traitors. And indeed what Crime can deserve it more? they affront the most publick and visible Authority and Ordinance of God, they destroy the peace of mankind,
and thither they must go to be company for those Revolted Spirits their fellow - Traitors. And indeed what Crime can deserve it more? they affront the most public and visible authority and Ordinance of God, they destroy the peace of mankind,
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for they onely prey upon a few stragling particulars, but these set upon whole Communities, and are oftentimes the occasion of the slaughter of many thousands. A Seditious man is judg'd to be a greater enemy to mankind than a Murtherer, for though the Murtherer may be suppos'd to have his hands dipt in the bloud of some,
for they only prey upon a few straggling particulars, but these Set upon Whole Communities, and Are oftentimes the occasion of the slaughter of many thousands. A Seditious man is judged to be a greater enemy to mankind than a Murderer, for though the Murderer may be supposed to have his hands dipped in the blood of Some,
and if to be the death or ruine of one man or family, be truely sentenc'd so horrid a Crime, much more must be the slaughter of vast Multitudes and the Ruine of Kingdoms.
and if to be the death or ruin of one man or family, be truly sentenced so horrid a Crime, much more must be the slaughter of vast Multitudes and the Ruin of Kingdoms.
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it would make them mighty carefull, how they asperse their Governours, defame the Government, and thereby stir up the rage and violence of the people, till at last,
it would make them mighty careful, how they asperse their Governors, defame the Government, and thereby stir up the rage and violence of the people, till At last,
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and the Ghost of the slaughter'd groaning out Curses, and calling for Vengeance upon them; which however it may miss them now, will certainly one day overtake them:
and the Ghost of the slaughtered groaning out Curses, and calling for Vengeance upon them; which however it may miss them now, will Certainly one day overtake them:
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but that men who pretend to Religion, and that in the greatest strictness and purity should not take notice of these things, would be to me wonder and Astonishment,
but that men who pretend to Religion, and that in the greatest strictness and purity should not take notice of these things, would be to me wonder and Astonishment,
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but that I know that all that pretend to Religion are not Religious. A truly Religious man, one that has care of his own Salvation, should be sure in the first place to observe the great Commands of the Gospel,
but that I know that all that pretend to Religion Are not Religious. A truly Religious man, one that has care of his own Salvation, should be sure in the First place to observe the great Commands of the Gospel,
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and those are to give obedience to God, and to our Governours, and that for the Lord's sake, not onely for wrath, but also for Conscience, considering that God has declar'd that the Magistrate is his Ordinance, and whosoever he be that resisteth, shall receive to himself Damnation.
and those Are to give Obedience to God, and to our Governors, and that for the Lord's sake, not only for wrath, but also for Conscience, considering that God has declared that the Magistrate is his Ordinance, and whosoever he be that Resisteth, shall receive to himself Damnation.
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and the business of the day. We are enjoyn'd at this time, to commemorate and bless God for the deliverance of our King and Nation, from men of Rebellious and Antimonarchial principles,
and the business of the day. We Are enjoined At this time, to commemorate and bless God for the deliverance of our King and nation, from men of Rebellious and Antimonarchial principles,
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And I now freely declare, that it is my Judgment, that the Pulpit ought to make satisfaction to the Publick, for what the publick has suffered from the Pulpit. It was from thence that Guns have been discharg'd, Bombes and Granadoes thrown, that set on fire our whole Kingdom;
And I now freely declare, that it is my Judgement, that the Pulpit ought to make satisfaction to the Public, for what the public has suffered from the Pulpit. It was from thence that Guns have been discharged, Bombs and Granades thrown, that Set on fire our Whole Kingdom;
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and is it not reason we should now at last be suffer'd to bring water to quench these Flames? It is sure more consistent with the Ministery of the Gospel, which is a Gospel of Love and Peace,
and is it not reason we should now At last be suffered to bring water to quench these Flames? It is sure more consistent with the Ministry of the Gospel, which is a Gospel of Love and Peace,
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We have no Authority for such like Military proceedings, we are Embassadors of peace, not Heralds of Hostility, and herein we do but put in execution the Command given to us Clergy-men in the person of Titus who was a Clergy-man, i. e.
We have no authority for such like Military proceedings, we Are ambassadors of peace, not Heralds of Hostility, and herein we do but put in execution the Command given to us Clergymen in the person of Titus who was a Clergyman, i. e.
And is there not cause to do this, and now more especially since the discovery of this HORRID CONSPIRACY, to secure men from the like practices for the future, which is one of the great ends of appointing this Festival, as also to bless and praise God for delivering us,
And is there not cause to do this, and now more especially since the discovery of this HORRID CONSPIRACY, to secure men from the like practices for the future, which is one of the great ends of appointing this Festival, as also to bless and praise God for delivering us,
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but we must endeavour to impress upon our minds a greater sense of the Divine Love, and a greater dependence upon the Divine Providence; we must express our Thankfulness to God, by our Charity to the poor, which ought to be a constant attendant upon every Festival;
but we must endeavour to Impress upon our minds a greater sense of the Divine Love, and a greater dependence upon the Divine Providence; we must express our Thankfulness to God, by our Charity to the poor, which ought to be a constant attendant upon every Festival;
I shall add no more, but desire you would seriously reflect upon what has been said, which I do assure you has not been with any design to please or displease one party of men or other amongst you,
I shall add no more, but desire you would seriously reflect upon what has been said, which I do assure you has not been with any Design to please or displease one party of men or other among you,
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I shall therefore conclude all with that Collect after the Commandments. Almighty God whose Kingdom is everlasting and power infinite, have mercy upon the whole Church,
I shall Therefore conclude all with that Collect After the commandments. Almighty God whose Kingdom is everlasting and power infinite, have mercy upon the Whole Church,
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and so rule the heart of thy chosen servant Charles our King and Governour, that he (KNOWING WHOSE MINISTER HE IS,) may above all things seek thy honour and glory,
and so Rule the heart of thy chosen servant Charles our King and Governor, that he (KNOWING WHOSE MINISTER HE IS,) may above all things seek thy honour and glory,
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and that we and all his Subjects, (DƲLY CONSIDERING WHOSE AƲTHORITY HE HAS) may faithfully serve, honour and humbly obey him, in thee and for thee ACCORDING TO THY BLESSED WORD AND ORDINANCE through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with thee and the Holy Ghost liveth and reigneth ever one God world without end. Amen. FINIS
and that we and all his Subject's, (DƲLY CONSIDERING WHOSE AƲTHORITY HE HAS) may faithfully serve, honour and humbly obey him, in thee and for thee ACCORDING TO THY BLESSED WORD AND ORDINANCE through jesus christ our Lord, who with thee and the Holy Ghost lives and Reigneth ever one God world without end. Amen. FINIS
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Sacrar. Ceremon. & Rit. Eccles. Eccl. Rom. l. 3. p. 286. Ed. Colon. Ag. 1572. onely at the reception of an Emperour, after the Emperour has kiss'd the Pope's hands and feet, the Pope rises a little towards him when he is to kiss his cheek.
Sacred. Ceremony. & Rit. Eccles. Ecclesiastes Rom. l. 3. p. 286. Ed. Colon. Ag. 1572. only At the reception of an Emperor, After the Emperor has kissed the Pope's hands and feet, the Pope rises a little towards him when he is to kiss his cheek.
