The character of the last daies a sermon preached before the King / by John Fell.

Fell, John, 1625-1686
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Place of Publication: Oxford
Publication Year: 1675
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A41030 ESTC ID: R6424 STC ID: F607
Subject Headings: Faith; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 2 Pet. 3. 3. There shall come in the last daies scoffers, walking after their own lusts, 2 Pet. 3. 3. There shall come in the last days scoffers, walking After their own Lustiest, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt ord ng1 n2, vvg p-acp po32 d n2, (2) text (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 and saying, where is the promise of his coming? For since the Fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the Creation. and saying, where is the promise of his coming? For since the Father's fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the Creation. cc vvg, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg? p-acp p-acp dt n2 vvd j, d n2 vvi c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 0 Image 2
2 THE great business of Religion, is to oblige its Votaries to present duty by the awe and expectation of future retribution: THE great business of Religion, is to oblige its Votaries to present duty by the awe and expectation of future retribution: dt j n1 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1: (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 2
3 and the particular design of the Gospel, the Doctrine of our Lord Jesus Christ, is to oblige to this, by the assurance and belief that he who came unto us heretofore to teach his Law, will come again to execute the sanctions of it. and the particular Design of the Gospel, the Doctrine of our Lord jesus christ, is to oblige to this, by the assurance and belief that he who Come unto us heretofore to teach his Law, will come again to execute the sanctions of it. cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp d, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst pns31 r-crq vvd p-acp pno12 av pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vmb vvi av pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31. (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 2
4 Behold saies St. John, Rev. 1. 7. He cometh with clouds, and every eie shall see him, Behold Says Saint John, Rev. 1. 7. He comes with Clouds, and every eye shall see him, vvb vvz n1 np1, n1 crd crd pns31 vvz p-acp n2, cc d n1 vmb vvi pno31, (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 2
5 and they also which pierced him. and they also which pierced him. cc pns32 av r-crq vvd pno31. (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 2
6 And he saies of himself, Behold I come quickly, and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. Rev. 22. 12. And he Says of himself, Behold I come quickly, and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. Rev. 22. 12. cc pns31 vvz pp-f px31, vvb pns11 vvb av-j, cc po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 vmb vbi. n1 crd crd (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 2
7 Which weighty truth, tho abundantly establisht, by all the miracles the types and prophecies that attend the Gospel, is most particularly enforc'd by the two inimitable expresses of Divinity, our Saviors Resurrection from the dead, and his Ascension into Heaven. Which weighty truth, though abundantly established, by all the Miracles the types and prophecies that attend the Gospel, is most particularly enforced by the two inimitable Expresses of Divinity, our Saviors Resurrection from the dead, and his Ascension into Heaven. r-crq j n1, cs av-j vvn, p-acp d dt n2 dt n2 cc n2 cst vvb dt n1, vbz av-ds av-j vvn p-acp dt crd j vvz pp-f n1, po12 n2 n1 p-acp dt j, cc po31 n1 p-acp n1. (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 2
8 Concerning the former of which St. Paul remonstrates, Acts 17. 30. The times of ignorance God winked at, Concerning the former of which Saint Paul remonstrates, Acts 17. 30. The times of ignorance God winked At, vvg dt j pp-f r-crq n1 np1 vvz, vvz crd crd dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 vvd p-acp, (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 2
9 but now commandeth all men every where to repent: but now commands all men every where to Repent: cc-acp av vvz d n2 d c-crq pc-acp vvi: (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 2
10 because he hath appointed a day in which he will judg the world in righteousness, by that man whom he hath ordain'd: Because he hath appointed a day in which he will judge the world in righteousness, by that man whom he hath ordained: c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn: (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 2
11 whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath rais'd him from the dead. whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead. c-crq pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp cst pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt j. (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 2
12 The other is exprest by St. Peter, Act. 2. 19. Repent and be converted that your sins may be blotted out, The other is expressed by Saint Peter, Act. 2. 19. repent and be converted that your Sins may be blotted out, dt n-jn vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, n1 crd crd np1 cc vbi vvn cst po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn av, (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 2
13 when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord. when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord. c-crq dt n2 pp-f j-vvg vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 2
14 And he shall send Jesus Christ, which before was preached unto you, whom the Heaven must receive until the times of restitution of all things, which God hath spoken by the mouth of all his holy Prophets, since the world began. And he shall send jesus christ, which before was preached unto you, whom the Heaven must receive until the times of restitution of all things, which God hath spoken by the Mouth of all his holy prophets, since the world began. cc pns31 vmb vvi np1 np1, r-crq a-acp vbds vvn p-acp pn22, ro-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 j n2, c-acp dt n1 vvd. (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 2
15 Indeed this second advent is the foundation, the support and end of our Religion. Indeed this second advent is the Foundation, the support and end of our Religion. av d ord n1 vbz dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 2
16 If in this life only we had hope, we were of all men most miserable, 1 Cor. 15. 19. If to the other Articles of our Creed which concern our Savior, there had not succeded the belief, that he shall come again to judg both the quick and the dead, we were as ridiculous as these mockers of the Text pretend us, hated and scorn'd by men, and deserted by Almighty God. If in this life only we had hope, we were of all men most miserable, 1 Cor. 15. 19. If to the other Articles of our Creed which concern our Saviour, there had not succeeded the belief, that he shall come again to judge both the quick and the dead, we were as ridiculous as these mockers of the Text pretend us, hated and scorned by men, and deserted by Almighty God. cs p-acp d n1 av-j pns12 vhd n1, pns12 vbdr pp-f d n2 av-ds j, vvn np1 crd crd cs p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n1 r-crq vvb po12 n1, a-acp vhd xx vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp n1 d dt j cc dt j, pns12 vbdr a-acp j c-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno12, vvn cc vvn p-acp n2, cc vvn p-acp j-jn np1. (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 2
17 It will therefore import us highly to examine whether the Christian be so absurd a person as these drols and merry men would make him, a creature only useful, It will Therefore import us highly to examine whither the Christian be so absurd a person as these drols and merry men would make him, a creature only useful, pn31 vmb av vvi pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi cs dt np1 vbb av j dt n1 c-acp d n2 cc j n2 vmd vvi pno31, dt n1 av-j j, (2) text (DIV1) 4 Image 2
18 because he finds them sport and entertainment. And for a just survey hereof, twill be material to consider, Because he finds them sport and entertainment. And for a just survey hereof, 'twill be material to Consider, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 n1 cc n1. cc p-acp dt j n1 av, pn31|vmb vbi j-jn pc-acp vvi, (2) text (DIV1) 4 Image 2
19 First the personal qualifications of the Disputers here describ'd, and Secondly the force of their arguments and discoursings: First the personal qualifications of the Disputers Here described, and Secondly the force of their Arguments and discoursings: ord dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 av vvn, cc ord dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2-vvg: (2) text (DIV1) 6 Image 2
20 according to those two prevailing Topics in use among us, from the head of Autority, and that of Reason. according to those two prevailing Topics in use among us, from the head of authority, and that of Reason. p-acp p-acp d crd j-vvg np2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d pp-f n1. (2) text (DIV1) 7 Image 2
21 And this being well deduc'd, twill not be hard to bring the whole debate to a short and certain issue, both in regard of speculation, And this being well deduced, 'twill not be hard to bring the Whole debate to a short and certain issue, both in regard of speculation, cc d vbg av vvn, pn31|vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (2) text (DIV1) 7 Image 2
22 and what is more important in reference to practice. and what is more important in Referente to practice. cc r-crq vbz av-dc j p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (2) text (DIV1) 7 Image 2
23 I begin to consider what I first propos'd, the personal qualifications of the Disputers here describ'd. I begin to Consider what I First proposed, the personal qualifications of the Disputers Here described. pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 ord vvn, dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 av vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 2
24 They are said to be scoffers walking after their own lusts. They Are said to be scoffers walking After their own Lustiest. pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 vvg p-acp po32 d n2. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 2
25 To be a Scoffer is sure no very laudable Character, being the joint result of Pride and Malice, To be a Scoffer is sure no very laudable Character, being the joint result of Pride and Malice, pc-acp vbi dt n1 vbz j dx j j n1, vbg dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 2
26 the doing mischief, and the doing it in sport. the doing mischief, and the doing it in sport. cs vdg n1, cc av vdg pn31 p-acp n1. (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 2
27 So that whereas tis said that the Flatterer is the worst of tame beasts, and the Detractor of wild, the Scoffer has the ferity of both. So that whereas this said that the Flatterer is the worst of tame beasts, and the Detractor of wild, the Scoffer has the ferity of both. av cst cs pn31|vbz vvn cst dt n1 vbz dt js pp-f j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f j, dt n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f d. (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 2
28 Amidst the pretences to Urbanity, and being plesant company, he is the bane of all society, the poison of Asps is under his lips, his teeth are spears and arrowes, Amid the pretences to Urbanity, and being pleasant company, he is the bane of all society, the poison of Asps is under his lips, his teeth Are spears and arrows, p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, cc vbg j n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp po31 n2, po31 n2 vbr n2 cc n2, (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 2
29 and his tongue a sharp sword, Psal. 5. 7. Any injury is supportable, that has not contemt and scorn superadded to it; and his tongue a sharp sword, Psalm 5. 7. Any injury is supportable, that has not contempt and scorn superadded to it; cc po31 n1 dt j n1, np1 crd crd d n1 vbz j, cst vhz xx n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp pn31; (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 2
30 we can better bear the wounds, then the insultings of an enemy; or if we must submit to that, we would not have our understandings trampled on; we can better bear the wounds, then the insultings of an enemy; or if we must submit to that, we would not have our understandings trampled on; pns12 vmb av-jc vvi dt n2, cs dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1; cc cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d, pns12 vmd xx vhi po12 n2 vvn a-acp; (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 2
31 be run down like fools and Idiots, or fall the victims of petulant ill nature, edg'd with envenom'd wit. be run down like Fools and Idiots, or fallen the victims of petulant ill nature, edged with envenomed wit. vbb vvn a-acp j n2 cc n2, cc vvi dt av pp-f j j-jn n1, vvd p-acp j-vvn n1. (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 2
32 But as this temper is most injurious and unsociable; tis also ignorant and indocile. The sure effect of knowledg, is an humble sense of the want of it: But as this temper is most injurious and unsociable; this also ignorant and indocile. The sure Effect of knowledge, is an humble sense of the want of it: cc-acp p-acp d n1 vbz av-ds j cc j; pn31|vbz av j cc j. dt j n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31: (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 2
33 the deeper we immerse our selves in any Art or Science, the greater and more insuperable difficulties are started by us: the Deeper we immerse our selves in any Art or Science, the greater and more insuperable difficulties Are started by us: dt jc-jn pns12 n1 po12 n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1, dt jc cc av-dc j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12: (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 2
34 and the same event happens to all industrious enquirers, which befel Socrates; to arrive at last to this one great discovery, that they know nothing. and the same event happens to all Industria enquirers, which befell Socrates; to arrive At last to this one great discovery, that they know nothing. cc dt d n1 vvz p-acp d j n2, r-crq vvd np1; pc-acp vvi p-acp ord p-acp d crd j n1, cst pns32 vvb pix. (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 2
35 Tis the peculiar priviledg of the ignorant and half-wited, by thinking well of their own skill and acquisitions, to make it impossible for them to have any. This the peculiar privilege of the ignorant and half-wited, by thinking well of their own skill and acquisitions, to make it impossible for them to have any. pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j cc j, p-acp vvg av pp-f po32 d n1 cc n2, pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vhi d. (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 2
36 Seest thou a man wise in his own eies, saies Solomon, there is more hope of a fool then of him, Prov. 26. 12. and at the 9. Chap. ver. 7, 8. He that reproveth a scorner getteth himself a shame, See thou a man wise in his own eyes, Says Solomon, there is more hope of a fool then of him, Curae 26. 12. and At the 9. Chap. ver. 7, 8. He that Reproveth a scorner gets himself a shame, vv2 pns21 dt n1 j p-acp po31 d n2, vvz np1, pc-acp vbz dc n1 pp-f dt n1 av pp-f pno31, np1 crd crd cc p-acp dt crd np1 fw-la. crd, crd pns31 cst vvz dt n1 vvz px31 dt n1, (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 2
37 and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot: rebuke not a scorner least he hate thee: and he that Rebuketh a wicked man gets himself a blot: rebuke not a scorner lest he hate thee: cc pns31 cst vvz dt j n1 vvz px31 dt n1: vvb xx dt n1 cs pns31 vvb pno21: (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 2
38 rebuke a wise man and he will love thee. and Chap. 14. ver. 6. A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not. rebuke a wise man and he will love thee. and Chap. 14. ver. 6. A scorner seeks Wisdom, and finds it not. vvb dt j n1 cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21. cc np1 crd fw-la. crd dt n1 vvz n1, cc vvz pn31 xx. (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 2
39 But farther, over and above the before-mention'd ingredients, of pride, ill nature, and incorrigible folly; the mockers of the Text are branded with immorality and vice: But farther, over and above the beforementioned ingredients, of pride, ill nature, and incorrigible folly; the mockers of the Text Are branded with immorality and vice: p-acp jc, a-acp cc p-acp dt j n2, pp-f n1, j-jn n1, cc j n1; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1: (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 2
40 to walk after their own lusts. to walk After their own Lustiest. p-acp vvb p-acp po32 d n2. (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 2
41 And sure there cannot be a more prodigious impudence, then that the guilty and obnoxious, persons liable to the severest punishments as well as censures, should dare to awaken observation, by being sharp on others. And sure there cannot be a more prodigious impudence, then that the guilty and obnoxious, Persons liable to the Severest punishments as well as censures, should Dare to awaken observation, by being sharp on Others. cc j a-acp vmbx vbi dt av-dc j n1, av cst dt j cc j, n2 j p-acp dt js n2 c-acp av c-acp n2, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp vbg j p-acp n2-jn. (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 2
42 But so it is, the man that walks in the counsel of the ungodly, and has stood in the way of sinners, will not fail to recreate himself by sitting down in the seat of the scornful. But so it is, the man that walks in the counsel of the ungodly, and has stood in the Way of Sinners, will not fail to recreate himself by sitting down in the seat of the scornful. p-acp av pn31 vbz, dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 2
43 Aristotle truly resolv'd that the sensual or passionate were incapable of receiving moral knowledg, and tis hard that they who are not in a possibility to be learners, should take upon them to be judges. Aristotle truly resolved that the sensual or passionate were incapable of receiving moral knowledge, and this hard that they who Are not in a possibility to be learners, should take upon them to be judges. np1 av-j vvd cst dt j cc j vbdr j pp-f vvg j n1, cc pn31|vbz j cst pns32 r-crq vbr xx p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi n2, vmd vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi n2. (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 2
44 But in the present case tis their great concern and interest not to be instructed. But in the present case this their great concern and Interest not to be instructed. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pn31|vbz po32 j vvi cc n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 2
45 To convince the sensual man that there is a future doom, is to sour all his joies, To convince the sensual man that there is a future doom, is to sour all his Joys, p-acp vvi dt j n1 cst pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1, vbz pc-acp vvi d po31 n2, (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 2
46 and torment him before the time. and torment him before the time. cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 2
47 So that to pass all other grounds of prejudice, whatever is suggested by these mockers of the Text, their testimony at least is not to be consider'd, they being brib'd and led aside by interest to all that they assert. So that to pass all other grounds of prejudice, whatever is suggested by these mockers of the Text, their testimony At least is not to be considered, they being bribed and led aside by Interest to all that they assert. av cst pc-acp vvi d j-jn n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, po32 n1 p-acp ds vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vbg vvd cc vvd av p-acp n1 p-acp d cst pns32 vvb. (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 2
48 And let this suffice to have bin said of the personal qualifications of the disputers against a future judgment. And let this suffice to have been said of the personal qualifications of the disputers against a future judgement. cc vvb d vvi pc-acp vhi vbn vvn pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 2
49 I come now to examin the force of their discoursings. I come now to examine the force of their discoursings. pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-vvg. (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 2
50 Where first, tis obvious to advert, that the Enquiry, Where is the promise of his coming, is very extravagantly made. Where First, this obvious to advert, that the Enquiry, Where is the promise of his coming, is very extravagantly made. c-crq ord, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, vbz av av-j vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 2
51 As the Apostle saies, that hope which is seen is not hope, Rom. 8. 24. so a promise perform'd is not a promise, all its obligation is ceast. As the Apostle Says, that hope which is seen is not hope, Rom. 8. 24. so a promise performed is not a promise, all its obligation is ceased. p-acp dt n1 vvz, cst vvb r-crq vbz vvn vbz xx n1, np1 crd crd av dt n1 vvn vbz xx dt n1, d po31 n1 vbz vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 2
52 But tho our pacts and undertakings fall not under the notice of our senses, it do's not therefore follow they are nothing. But though our pacts and undertakings fallen not under the notice of our Senses, it do's not Therefore follow they Are nothing. p-acp cs po12 n2 cc n2-vvg vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pn31 vdi|po31 xx av vvb pns32 vbr pix. (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 2
53 Upon this transient blast of emty air, hangs all the entercourse and traffic of the world. Upon this Transient blast of empty air, hangs all the intercourse and traffic of the world. p-acp d j n1 pp-f j n1, vvz d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 2
54 If we will trust altogether to our eies, and nothing to promises and words, we must expect the self same diffidence from others; If we will trust altogether to our eyes, and nothing to promises and words, we must expect the self same diffidence from Others; cs pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp po12 n2, cc pix p-acp n2 cc n2, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 d n1 p-acp n2-jn; (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 2
55 and so be enemies and out-lawes to mankind. Nor is the delaying of performance a prejudice against it. and so be enemies and outlaws to mankind. Nor is the delaying of performance a prejudice against it. cc av vbi n2 cc n2 p-acp n1. ccx vbz dt n-vvg pp-f n1 dt n1 p-acp pn31. (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 2
56 Tis true the morrow is to us a distant thing, however suddenly expected: This true the morrow is to us a distant thing, however suddenly expected: pn31|vbz j dt n1 vbz p-acp pno12 dt j n1, c-acp av-j vvn: (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 2
57 and therefore Martial did not amiss to enquire of one who still undertook for the next day, where his to morrow dwelt, and Therefore Martial did not amiss to inquire of one who still undertook for the next day, where his to morrow dwelled, cc av j vdd xx av pc-acp vvi pp-f pi r-crq av vvd p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq po31 p-acp n1 vvd, (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 2
58 whether in Parthia or Armenia? But with Almighty God, every thing however distant it may seem, is actually present: whither in Parthia or Armenia? But with Almighty God, every thing however distant it may seem, is actually present: cs p-acp np1 cc np1? cc-acp p-acp j-jn np1, d n1 c-acp j pn31 vmb vvi, vbz av-j j: (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 2
59 and as whatever really is, however contingently it happen'd, certainly and necessarily is; so whatever he has promis'd, must certainly and necessarily be: and as whatever really is, however contingently it happened, Certainly and necessarily is; so whatever he has promised, must Certainly and necessarily be: cc p-acp r-crq av-j vbz, c-acp av-j pn31 vvd, av-j cc av-j vbz; av r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vmb av-j cc av-j vbi: (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 2
60 nay should be reckon'd on as already don. nay should be reckoned on as already dONE. uh vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp av n1. (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 2
61 But the discoursings of the mockers in the Text, if they amount to any thing will run thus. But the discoursings of the mockers in the Text, if they amount to any thing will run thus. p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 vmb vvi av. (2) text (DIV1) 17 Image 2
62 All things continue as they were since the beginning of the Creation, therefore our Saviors promise of coming to judge the world is vain and frustaneous. All things continue as they were since the beginning of the Creation, Therefore our Saviors promise of coming to judge the world is vain and frustaneous. av-d n2 vvi c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, av po12 n2 vvb pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz j cc j. (2) text (DIV1) 17 Image 2
63 The weakness of which reasoning, the Apostle effectually laies open, by destroying every part of it. The weakness of which reasoning, the Apostle effectually lays open, by destroying every part of it. dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvg, dt n1 av-j vvz j, p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f pn31. (2) text (DIV1) 17 Image 2
64 First he denies the proposition, or supposal that all things continue as they were since the Creation: First he Denies the proposition, or supposal that all things continue as they were since the Creation: ord pns31 vvz dt n1, cc n1 cst d n2 vvi c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1: (2) text (DIV1) 17 Image 2
65 and Secondly he denies the consequence drawn from thence, Tho all things did continue, it no way follows they shall for ever do so; and Secondly he Denies the consequence drawn from thence, Though all things did continue, it no Way follows they shall for ever do so; cc ord pns31 vvz dt n1 vvn p-acp av, cs d n2 vdd vvi, pn31 av-dx n1 vvz pns32 vmb p-acp av vdb av; (2) text (DIV1) 17 Image 2
66 and that the promise of a future change will not hereafter be accomplisht. and that the promise of a future change will not hereafter be accomplished. cc cst dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmb xx av vbi vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 17 Image 2
67 As to the Proposition, it is observable, that the Creation of the world is frankly here acknowledg'd, As to the Proposition, it is observable, that the Creation of the world is frankly Here acknowledged, c-acp p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j av vvn, (2) text (DIV1) 18 Image 2
68 tho it be to the evident disadvantage of the design'd Hypothesis. though it be to the evident disadvantage of the designed Hypothesis. cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt vvn n1. (2) text (DIV1) 18 Image 2
69 If the world were once Created, in that Act however transient, it has shew'd its self liable to the greatest change, If the world were once Created, in that Act however Transient, it has showed its self liable to the greatest change, cs dt n1 vbdr a-acp vvn, p-acp d n1 c-acp j, pn31 vhz vvn po31 n1 j p-acp dt js n1, (2) text (DIV1) 18 Image 2
70 since there are the same steps from not being unto being, as there are back again the contrary way: since there Are the same steps from not being unto being, as there Are back again the contrary Way: c-acp pc-acp vbr dt d n2 p-acp xx vbg p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vbr av av dt j-jn n1: (2) text (DIV1) 18 Image 2
71 with this variety, that it is easier to pass from a habit to its privation, then it was from the privation to advance into the habit: with this variety, that it is Easier to pass from a habit to its privation, then it was from the privation to advance into the habit: p-acp d n1, cst pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (2) text (DIV1) 18 Image 2
72 and therefore as the Universe did not exist heretofore, so it may likewise not exist hereafter. and Therefore as the Universe did not exist heretofore, so it may likewise not exist hereafter. cc av c-acp dt n1 vdd xx vvi av, av pn31 vmb av xx vvi av. (2) text (DIV1) 18 Image 2
73 But the truth is, the Origen of the World is a matter so notorious, that even Epicurus and his followers could not over-look it; But the truth is, the Origen of the World is a matter so notorious, that even Epicurus and his followers could not overlook it; p-acp dt n1 vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 av j, cst av npg1 cc po31 n2 vmd xx j pn31; (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 2
74 and thought it a less absurdity to make a casual concurse of Atomes, produce all the powers, the motion, the beauty, and Thought it a less absurdity to make a casual concourse of Atoms, produce all the Powers, the motion, the beauty, cc vvd pn31 dt av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2, vvb d dt n2, dt n1, dt n1, (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 2
75 and order of the World, then to imagin it to have no beginning. and order of the World, then to imagine it to have no beginning. cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vhi dx n1. (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 2
76 And to this they were induced not only by attending the chain of causes, which in a succession of finite beings, could not be infinite: And to this they were induced not only by attending the chain of Causes, which in a succession of finite beings, could not be infinite: cc p-acp d pns32 vbdr vvn xx av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, vmd xx vbi j: (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 2
77 but more particularly, from the observation of those evident marks of newness, which appear every where thro-out the world; but more particularly, from the observation of those evident marks of newness, which appear every where thro-out the world; cc-acp av-dc av-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb d q-crq j dt n1; (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 2
78 and which are substantially urg'd by the Epicurean Apostle Lucretius in his 5 Book. and which Are substantially urged by the Epicurean Apostle Lucretius in his 5 Book. cc q-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt jp n1 np1 p-acp po31 crd n1. (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 2
79 I mean, the growth of Arts and Sciences, the plantation of Countries, the date of Histories, the Analogy of Languages, and the like. But to pass forward. I mean, the growth of Arts and Sciences, the plantation of Countries, the date of Histories, the Analogy of Languages, and the like. But to pass forward. pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt j. p-acp pc-acp vvi av-j. (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 2
80 Whereas tis urg'd by our Disputers, that since the Fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they did since the Creation, tis obvious to reply, that all things do not continue as they were, Whereas this urged by our Disputers, that since the Father's fell asleep, all things continue as they did since the Creation, this obvious to reply, that all things do not continue as they were, cs pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2, cst p-acp dt n2 vvd j, d n2 vvi c-acp pns32 vdd p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst d n2 vdb xx vvi c-acp pns32 vbdr, (2) text (DIV1) 20 Image 2
81 because the Fathers are fallen asleep: the destruction of all preceding generations, being a very remarkable mutation in the Universe. Because the Father's Are fallen asleep: the destruction of all preceding generations, being a very remarkable mutation in the Universe. c-acp dt n2 vbr vvn j: dt n1 pp-f d j-vvg n2, vbg dt av j n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 20 Image 2
82 For however by constant successions the world has bin supplied, yet since tis evident that all the parts are in perpetual flux and motion, the whole which is nothing but an aggregate of those parts, must needs be of the same complexion. For however by constant successions the world has been supplied, yet since this evident that all the parts Are in perpetual flux and motion, the Whole which is nothing but an aggregate of those parts, must needs be of the same complexion. p-acp a-acp p-acp j n2 dt n1 vhz vbn vvn, av c-acp pn31|vbz j cst d dt n2 vbr p-acp j n1 cc n1, dt j-jn r-crq vbz pix p-acp dt j pp-f d n2, vmb av vbi pp-f dt d n1. (2) text (DIV1) 20 Image 2
83 So that upon the matter the argument comes to this. So that upon the matter the argument comes to this. av cst p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp d. (2) text (DIV1) 20 Image 2
84 All things continue as they were since the Creation, because nothing continues as it was since the Creation. All things continue as they were since the Creation, Because nothing continues as it was since the Creation. av-d n2 vvi c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1, c-acp pix vvz p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 20 Image 2
85 Tis true the World has lasted a long time, but so have divers other things, which many ages since have perisht, This true the World has lasted a long time, but so have diverse other things, which many ages since have perished, pn31|vbz j dt n1 vhz vvn dt j n1, cc-acp av vhi j j-jn n2, r-crq d n2 c-acp vhb vvn, (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
86 as also others which we see are perishing. Let us consider artificial compositions, for instance Buildings; as also Others which we see Are perishing. Let us Consider artificial compositions, for instance Buildings; c-acp av n2-jn r-crq pns12 vvb vbr vvg. vvb pno12 vvi j n2, p-acp n1 n2; (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
87 whereof the parts constantly decay and moulder: whereof the parts constantly decay and moulder: c-crq dt n2 av-j vvi cc vvi: (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
88 and tho by diligent repairs, the fabric is maintain'd so as to be habitable for several Ages, and though by diligent repairs, the fabric is maintained so as to be habitable for several Ages, cc cs p-acp j vvz, dt n1 vbz vvn av c-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp j n2, (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
89 yet at last in spight of all supplies, it sinks into a ruine. yet At last in spite of all supplies, it sinks into a ruin. av p-acp ord p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
90 And thus it fares in that other fabric of our Bodies, which we know are liable to a thousand accidents, every one of which is able to destroy us: And thus it fares in that other fabric of our Bodies, which we know Are liable to a thousand accidents, every one of which is able to destroy us: cc av pn31 vvz p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vvb vbr j p-acp dt crd n2, d crd pp-f r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12: (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
91 and tho by the supply of food, and careful tendance we are not only maintain'd in life, and though by the supply of food, and careful tendance we Are not only maintained in life, cc cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1 pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp n1, (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
92 but seem to grow and to be nurisht; but seem to grow and to be nurisht; cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vbi vvn; (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
93 yet after a set period of years the whole drops down, and by no art or care can be preserv'd. yet After a Set Period of Years the Whole drops down, and by no art or care can be preserved. av p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n2 dt j-jn n2 a-acp, cc p-acp dx n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
94 So likewise in Societies, that Aggregate of separate members allied together by civil bonds of union, which we call the body Politic; So likewise in Societies, that Aggregate of separate members allied together by civil bonds of Union, which we call the body Politic; av av p-acp n2, cst j pp-f j n2 vvn av p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 j; (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
95 these we see preserve the same establishment, and setled form of government for several Centuries of years, these we see preserve the same establishment, and settled from of government for several Centuries of Years, d pns12 vvb vvi dt d n1, cc j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n2, (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
96 and notwithstanding many shocks and great mutations, recover their pristin constitution: and notwithstanding many shocks and great mutations, recover their pristin constitution: cc p-acp d n2 cc j n2, vvb po32 n1 n1: (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
97 yet tis observ'd that there awaits even them a fatal period, and that after 6 or 700, or at most 1000 years they are totally dissolv'd and overthrown. yet this observed that there awaits even them a fatal Period, and that After 6 or 700, or At most 1000 Years they Are totally dissolved and overthrown. av pn31|vbz vvn cst a-acp vvz av pno32 dt j n1, cc cst p-acp crd cc crd, cc p-acp ds crd n2 pns32 vbr av-j vvn cc vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 21 Image 2
98 From the which instances tis easy to collect, that in Systems of all kinds, whether artificial, natural, From the which instances this easy to collect, that in Systems of all Kinds, whither artificial, natural, p-acp dt r-crq n2 pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp n2 pp-f d n2, cs j, j, (2) text (DIV1) 22 Image 2
99 or political, every thing is transient and engag'd to dissolution. or political, every thing is Transient and engaged to dissolution. cc j, d n1 vbz j cc vvn p-acp n1. (2) text (DIV1) 22 Image 2
100 And tho the Universe in proportion to its vaster bulk, have a much larger term assign'd to its duration, And though the Universe in proportion to its vaster bulk, have a much larger term assigned to its duration, cc cs dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 jc n1, vhb av av-d jc n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 22 Image 2
101 then is prefixt to trivial little beings, all equally must share in the same common law of fate, then is prefixed to trivial little beings, all equally must share in the same Common law of fate, av vbz vvn p-acp j j n2, d av-j vmb vvi p-acp dt d j n1 pp-f n1, (2) text (DIV1) 22 Image 2
102 and at length perish by inevitable ruine. and At length perish by inevitable ruin. cc p-acp n1 vvb p-acp j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 22 Image 2
103 The age of Man is by David Ps. 90. declar'd to be threescore years and 10, that of Nations and Governments is esteem'd as 100 unto 10, so that 6 or 700 years makes up their ordinary period. The age of Man is by David Ps. 90. declared to be threescore Years and 10, that of nations and Governments is esteemed as 100 unto 10, so that 6 or 700 Years makes up their ordinary Period. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp np1 np1 crd vvd pc-acp vbi crd n2 cc crd, cst pp-f n2 cc n2 vbz vvn p-acp crd p-acp crd, av d crd cc crd n2 vvz a-acp po32 j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
104 Now whether the Universe go on by like progression, and in accordance to the celebrated tradition, its rate be as 1000 is to 10, Now whither the Universe go on by like progression, and in accordance to the celebrated tradition, its rate be as 1000 is to 10, av cs dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp j n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvn n1, po31 n1 vbb p-acp crd vbz p-acp crd, (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
105 and after a Millenary week (and we know that the Apostle saies 1000 years is with God Almighty but as one day,) the everlasting Sabbath shall commence, and After a Millenary Week (and we know that the Apostle Says 1000 Years is with God Almighty but as one day,) the everlasting Sabbath shall commence, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 (cc pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vvz crd n2 vbz p-acp np1 np1 cc-acp p-acp crd n1,) dt j n1 vmb vvi, (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
106 and 2000 years having past before the Law, 2000 under it, and 2000 in the Gospel, the seventh thousand shall bring on the period of all accounts, and 2000 Years having passed before the Law, 2000 under it, and 2000 in the Gospel, the seventh thousand shall bring on the Period of all accounts, cc crd n2 vhg vvn p-acp dt n1, crd p-acp pn31, cc crd p-acp dt n1, dt ord crd vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
107 when time shall be no more; I will not go about to calculate. when time shall be no more; I will not go about to calculate. c-crq n1 vmb vbi dx av-dc; pns11 vmb xx vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi. (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
108 As God has conceled from us the day of our death, and that of the destruction of Empires, As God has concealed from us the day of our death, and that of the destruction of Empires, p-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
109 so has he of the Universe. so has he of the Universe. av vhz pns31 pp-f dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
110 In the mean time tis sure more reasonable from the premises laid down, to inferr the future destruction of the world and future doom, then the denial of it; In the mean time this sure more reasonable from the premises laid down, to infer the future destruction of the world and future doom, then the denial of it; p-acp dt j n1 pn31|vbz j av-dc j p-acp dt n2 vvn a-acp, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j-jn n1, cs dt n1 pp-f pn31; (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
111 especially since in consequence to what has bin surmis'd, the times wherein the Gospel was first preacht, are distinctively said to be the last times, Act. 2. 17. and they who then liv'd, to be those upon whom, the ends of the world are come. especially since in consequence to what has been surmised, the times wherein the Gospel was First preached, Are distinctively said to be the last times, Act. 2. 17. and they who then lived, to be those upon whom, the ends of the world Are come. av-j c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn, dt n2 c-crq dt n1 vbds ord vvd, vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt ord n2, n1 crd crd cc pns32 r-crq av vvd, pc-acp vbi d p-acp ro-crq, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
112 To which we may subjoin, that our Savior has interpos'd his promise, that the regular date shall not be permitted to run out, To which we may subjoin, that our Saviour has interposed his promise, that the regular date shall not be permitted to run out, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cst po12 n1 vhz vvn po31 n1, cst dt j n1 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av, (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
113 and for the Elects sake those daies shall be shortned. Luk. 24. 22. and for the Elects sake those days shall be shortened. Luk. 24. 22. cc p-acp dt vvz n1 d n2 vmb vbi vvn. np1 crd crd (2) text (DIV1) 23 Image 2
114 But for a farther confutation of these Disputers, the Apostle by a memorable instance, that of the Flood, But for a farther confutation of these Disputers, the Apostle by a memorable instance, that of the Flood, cc-acp p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d n2, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst pp-f dt n1, (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
115 an event confest by the whole heathen world, the notice of it being transmitted down by general tradition, by Histories of all Nations, an event confessed by the Whole heathen world, the notice of it being transmitted down by general tradition, by Histories of all nations, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbg vvn a-acp p-acp j n1, p-acp n2 pp-f d n2, (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
116 and by the Rites and Ceremonies of their Religions, makes it manifest that all things have not, and by the Rites and Ceremonies of their Religions, makes it manifest that all things have not, cc p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2, vvz pn31 j cst d n2 vhb xx, (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
117 as they suggest, continued as they were from the beginning of the Creation. as they suggest, continued as they were from the beginning of the Creation. c-acp pns32 vvb, vvn c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
118 This, saies the Apostle ver. 5. they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the Heavens were of Old, This, Says the Apostle ver. 5. they willingly Are ignorant of, that by the word of God the Heavens were of Old, d, vvz dt n1 fw-la. crd pns32 av-j vbr j pp-f, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n2 vbdr pp-f j, (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
119 and the Earth standing out of the water, and in the water, whereby the world that then was, being overflowed with water perisht. and the Earth standing out of the water, and in the water, whereby the world that then was, being overflowed with water perished. cc dt n1 vvg av pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 cst av vbds, vbg vvd p-acp n1 vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
120 But the Heavens and the Earth which are now, by the same word are kept in store, reserv'd unto fire, against the day of Judgment and perdition of ungodly men. But the Heavens and the Earth which Are now, by the same word Are kept in store, reserved unto fire, against the day of Judgement and perdition of ungodly men. p-acp dt n2 cc dt n1 r-crq vbr av, p-acp dt d n1 vbr vvn p-acp n1, vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2. (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
121 That is, men (unless wilfully blind) must acknowledg the Creation to be an unaccountable riddle of Omnipotence: That is, men (unless wilfully blind) must acknowledge the Creation to be an unaccountable riddle of Omnipotence: cst vbz, n2 (cs av-j j) vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1: (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
122 the habitable Earth being so placed, that it indeed stands out of the waters, but yet so as to be really within the waters, the surface of the liquid Element being convexe, the habitable Earth being so placed, that it indeed Stands out of the waters, but yet so as to be really within the waters, the surface of the liquid Element being convex, dt j n1 vbg av vvn, cst pn31 av vvz av pp-f dt n2, cc-acp av av c-acp pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vbg n1, (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
123 and in its workings demonstrably above the level of the shores that bound it: and in its workings demonstrably above the level of the shores that bound it: cc p-acp po31 n2 av-j p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n2 cst vvd pn31: (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
124 and nothing but the word of God that said unto the waves, Thus far shall you go and no farther, during the first Ages of the world with-held that general inundation, which afterward succeeded; and nothing but the word of God that said unto the waves, Thus Far shall you go and no farther, during the First Ages of the world withheld that general inundation, which afterwards succeeded; cc pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvd p-acp dt n2, av av-j vmb pn22 vvi cc av-dx jc, p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd cst j n1, r-crq av vvd; (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
125 when, as the Scripture expresses it, the fountains of the great deep were broken up, when, as the Scripture Expresses it, the fountains of the great deep were broken up, c-crq, c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, dt n2 pp-f dt j j-jn vbdr vvn a-acp, (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
126 and the windowes of Heaven, till then shut up, were open'd, Gen. 7. 11. whereupon immediatly the waters prevail'd upon the Earth. and the windows of Heaven, till then shut up, were opened, Gen. 7. 11. whereupon immediately the waters prevailed upon the Earth. cc dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp cs vvn a-acp, vbdr vvn, np1 crd crd r-crq av-j dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
127 And on the other side, the force of the Promise of the s•me God of truth, set down at the 21 verse of the 8 Chapter, is the only dam and fence which ever since secures from a repeted ruine. And on the other side, the force of the Promise of the s•me God of truth, Set down At the 21 verse of the 8 Chapter, is the only dam and fence which ever since secures from a repeated ruin. cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 pp-f n1, vvn a-acp p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt crd n1, vbz dt j n1 cc vvi r-crq av c-acp vvz p-acp dt vvn n1. (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
128 Therefore the Heaven and Earth subsist, because they are reserv'd against the general conflagration. Therefore the Heaven and Earth subsist, Because they Are reserved against the general conflagration. av dt n1 cc n1 vvi, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
129 Which (by the way) was the common expectation of the Heathen World, according to that known perswasion of Platonics, Stoics, and Epicureans also; Which (by the Way) was the Common expectation of the Heathen World, according to that known persuasion of Platonics, Stoics, and Epicureans also; r-crq (p-acp dt n1) vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvg p-acp d j-vvn n1 pp-f n2, njp2, cc njp2 av; (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
130 and celebrated frequently by the Doctors of Heathen Theology the Poets. and celebrated frequently by the Doctors of Heathen Theology the Poets. cc vvd av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 dt n2. (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
131 In the same manner we see Prisons made strong, and safely guarded, that the Malefactors may be forth coming at the Assize and goal delivery. In the same manner we see Prisons made strong, and safely guarded, that the Malefactors may be forth coming At the Assize and goal delivery. p-acp dt d n1 pns12 vvb n2 vvd j, cc av-j vvn, cst dt n2 vmb vbi av vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
132 And therefore upon a true account, the preservation of the world, is so far from being an argument against a future Judgment, that in reference to it, its fabric is kept up, and hitherto continued. And Therefore upon a true account, the preservation of the world, is so Far from being an argument against a future Judgement, that in Referente to it, its fabric is kept up, and hitherto continued. cc av p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av av-j p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pn31|vbz n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc av vvd. (2) text (DIV1) 24 Image 2
133 In like manner also, whereas ill men please themselves much in their impunity; and because they have liv'd long without controul, think they shall for ever do so; In like manner also, whereas ill men please themselves much in their impunity; and Because they have lived long without control, think they shall for ever do so; p-acp j n1 av, cs j-jn n2 vvb px32 d p-acp po32 n1; cc c-acp pns32 vhb vvd av-j p-acp n1, vvb pns32 vmb p-acp av vdb av; (2) text (DIV1) 25 Image 2
134 they have all reason to consider, that this success is of ominous abode unto them: they have all reason to Consider, that this success is of ominous Abided unto them: pns32 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi, cst d n1 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32: (2) text (DIV1) 25 Image 2
135 their condition is the same with that of the guilty prisoner, who is therefore fed upon the public charge and carefully secur'd, their condition is the same with that of the guilty prisoner, who is Therefore fed upon the public charge and carefully secured, po32 n1 vbz dt d p-acp d pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc av-j vvn, (2) text (DIV1) 25 Image 2
136 because he is reserv'd to be brought forth to Execution: Because he is reserved to be brought forth to Execution: c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp n1: (2) text (DIV1) 25 Image 2
137 when in the interim the honest man is left at large, without that care, or any notice taken of him. when in the interim the honest man is left At large, without that care, or any notice taken of him. c-crq p-acp dt n1 dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp j, p-acp d n1, cc d n1 vvn pp-f pno31. (2) text (DIV1) 25 Image 2
138 Tis true indeed God has besides another more kind intendment, when he indulges this impunity, if wicked men would be receptive of it: This true indeed God has beside Another more kind intendment, when he indulges this impunity, if wicked men would be receptive of it: pn31|vbz j av np1 vhz p-acp n-jn av-dc j n1, c-crq pns31 vvz d n1, cs j n2 vmd vbi j pp-f pn31: (2) text (DIV1) 26 Image 2
139 they therefore are repriev'd, that they may have an opportunity to sue their pardon out, and reconcile themselves to their offended Judg: they Therefore Are reprieved, that they may have an opportunity to sue their pardon out, and reconcile themselves to their offended Judge: pns32 av vbr vvn, cst pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 av, cc vvi px32 p-acp po32 j-vvn n1: (2) text (DIV1) 26 Image 2
140 for so it followes in the context, ver. 9. The Lord is not slack concerning his promise (as some men account slackness) but is long-suffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, for so it follows in the context, ver. 9. The Lord is not slack Concerning his promise (as Some men account slackness) but is long-suffering to usward, not willing that any should perish, c-acp av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd dt n1 vbz xx j vvg po31 n1 (c-acp d n2 vvb n1) cc-acp vbz j p-acp n1, xx vvg cst d vmd vvi, (2) text (DIV1) 26 Image 2
141 but that all should come to repentance. but that all should come to Repentance. cc-acp cst d vmd vvi p-acp n1. (2) text (DIV1) 26 Image 2
142 And this consideration is of an astonishing importance, that the best argument men can frame against the existence of Almighty God, And this consideration is of an astonishing importance, that the best argument men can frame against the existence of Almighty God, cc d n1 vbz pp-f dt vvg n1, cst dt js n1 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, (2) text (DIV1) 27 Image 2
143 and his future Judgment, is that he is infinitly good, and that he passes over those indignities, which in the opinion of the guilty Authors are beyond all sufferance. and his future Judgement, is that he is infinitely good, and that he passes over those indignities, which in the opinion of the guilty Authors Are beyond all sufferance. cc po31 j-jn n1, vbz cst pns31 vbz av-j j, cc cst pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 vbr p-acp d n1. (2) text (DIV1) 27 Image 2
144 They would not have him be a revenger of their foul demerits; no more would he himself: They would not have him be a revenger of their foul demerits; no more would he himself: pns32 vmd xx vhi pno31 vbi dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2; dx dc vmd pns31 px31: (2) text (DIV1) 27 Image 2
145 he would be a God to bless, to save and pardon, but not to punish and destroy; he would be a God to bless, to save and pardon, but not to Punish and destroy; pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (2) text (DIV1) 27 Image 2
146 and therefore, wretched as they are, they would not have him be at all: and madly throw away their hopes, when they would rid themselves of fear. and Therefore, wretched as they Are, they would not have him be At all: and madly throw away their hope's, when they would rid themselves of Fear. cc av, j c-acp pns32 vbr, pns32 vmd xx vhi pno31 vbi p-acp d: cc av-j vvi av po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi px32 pp-f n1. (2) text (DIV1) 27 Image 2
147 To such a miserable issue do's brutish guilt engage; To such a miserable issue do's brutish guilt engage; p-acp d dt j n1 vdz j n1 vvi; (2) text (DIV1) 27 Image 2
148 makes it the interest of men that there should be no Omnipotence to support the world, or Providence to guide it; makes it the Interest of men that there should be no Omnipotence to support the world, or Providence to guide it; vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f n2 cst a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (2) text (DIV1) 27 Image 2
149 no power in Heaven to bless and to protect; and what is yet more desperate, no mercy there to pardon and forgive. no power in Heaven to bless and to Pact; and what is yet more desperate, no mercy there to pardon and forgive. dx n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi; cc q-crq vbz av av-dc j, dx n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (2) text (DIV1) 27 Image 2
150 But farther, suppose no promise had bin made of a future coming to Judgment, it will by no means follow that there will be none; But farther, suppose no promise had been made of a future coming to Judgement, it will by no means follow that there will be none; p-acp jc, vvb dx n1 vhd vbn vvn pp-f dt j-jn n-vvg p-acp n1, pn31 vmb p-acp dx n2 vvb cst a-acp vmb vbi pix; (2) text (DIV1) 28 Image 2
151 or that such a dreadful, tho but contingent possibility, should reasonably be laught at and contemn'd. or that such a dreadful, though but contingent possibility, should reasonably be laughed At and contemned. cc cst d dt j, cs p-acp j n1, vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp cc vvd. (2) text (DIV1) 28 Image 2
152 Many things are daily don by us which we never engag'd before hand that we would do; Many things Are daily dONE by us which we never engaged before hand that we would do; av-d n2 vbr av-j n1 p-acp pno12 r-crq pns12 av-x vvn p-acp n1 cst pns12 vmd vdi; (2) text (DIV1) 28 Image 2
153 and sure tis equal, that the most free agent should be allowed the self same liberty. and sure this equal, that the most free agent should be allowed the self same liberty. cc av-j pn31|vbz j-jn, cst dt av-ds j n1 vmd vbi vvn dt n1 d n1. (2) text (DIV1) 28 Image 2
154 But lastly, to make the most advantagious supposal for these Disputers of the Text, that God had said, But lastly, to make the most advantageous supposal for these Disputers of the Text, that God had said, cc-acp ord, pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, cst np1 vhd vvn, (2) text (DIV1) 29 Image 2
155 nay sworn that he would not come to Judgment; nay sworn that he would not come to Judgement; uh-x j-vvn cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1; (2) text (DIV1) 29 Image 2
156 with what face can they, who frequently do what they have bound themselves by horrid execrations never to attemt, expect a greater veracity from others then they exercise themselves? Moreover since in all things else they disbelieve Almighty God, with what face can they, who frequently do what they have bound themselves by horrid execrations never to attempt, expect a greater veracity from Others then they exercise themselves? Moreover since in all things Else they disbelieve Almighty God, p-acp r-crq n1 vmb pns32, r-crq av-j vdb r-crq pns32 vhb vvn px32 p-acp j n2 av-x pc-acp vvi, vvb dt jc n1 p-acp n2-jn av pns32 vvb px32? np1 c-acp p-acp d n2 av pns32 vvi j-jn np1, (2) text (DIV1) 29 Image 2
157 why should they credit him in this? or if they will let him be veracious in this one instance, why should they credit him in this? or if they will let him be Veracious in this one instance, q-crq vmd pns32 vvi pno31 p-acp d? cc cs pns32 vmb vvi pno31 vbi j p-acp d crd n1, (2) text (DIV1) 29 Image 2
158 how are they sure he meant in earnest what he spoke, and did not rally, how Are they sure he meant in earnest what he spoke, and did not rally, q-crq vbr pns32 av-j pns31 vvd p-acp n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, cc vdd xx vvi, (2) text (DIV1) 29 Image 2
159 as they love to do? Tis certain the time will come, when he will transcribe their practice, as they love to do? This certain the time will come, when he will transcribe their practice, c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vdi? pn31|vbz j dt n1 vmb vvi, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi po32 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 29 Image 2
160 and in their fatal exigence, laugh at their calamity, and mock when their fear comes: and in their fatal exigence, laugh At their calamity, and mock when their Fear comes: cc p-acp po32 j n1, vvb p-acp po32 n1, cc vvb c-crq po32 n1 vvz: (2) text (DIV1) 29 Image 2
161 nor can they easily be sure, that he has not begun to treat them in their own way already. nor can they Easily be sure, that he has not begun to Treat them in their own Way already. ccx vmb pns32 av-j vbb j, cst pns31 vhz xx vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 d n1 av. (2) text (DIV1) 29 Image 2
162 Now all this being put together, can any thing be more unaccountable, then that men should by such ropes of sand let themselves down to Hell; Now all this being put together, can any thing be more unaccountable, then that men should by such ropes of sand let themselves down to Hell; av d d vbg vvn av, vmb d n1 vbi av-dc j, cs d n2 vmd p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 vvb px32 a-acp p-acp n1; (2) text (DIV1) 30 Image 2
163 by such pitiful inconsequences, which yet are the best proofs the matter can afford, think they have baffled all the expectations and fears, nay all the possibilities; by such pitiful inconsequences, which yet Are the best proofs the matter can afford, think they have baffled all the Expectations and fears, nay all the possibilities; p-acp d j n2, r-crq av vbr dt js n2 dt n1 vmb vvi, vvb pns32 vhb vvn d dt n2 cc n2, uh-x d dt n2; (2) text (DIV1) 30 Image 2
164 for nothing else can give security of future Judgment? for nothing Else can give security of future Judgement? c-acp pix av vmb vvi n1 pp-f j-jn n1? (2) text (DIV1) 30 Image 2
165 Yet so it is, these stupid Arguers have voted themselves to be the Masters of Reason, Yet so it is, these stupid Arguers have voted themselves to be the Masters of Reason, av av pn31 vbz, d j n2 vhb vvn px32 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f n1, (2) text (DIV1) 31 Image 2
166 and so they are resolv'd to be. and so they Are resolved to be. cc av pns32 vbr vvd pc-acp vbi. (2) text (DIV1) 31 Image 2
167 A dull inconsequence, pointed with a blasphemous scoffe, in despight of Logic and common sense, is Wit and demonstration to boot: A dull inconsequence, pointed with a blasphemous scoff, in despite of Logic and Common sense, is Wit and demonstration to boot: dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, vbz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi: (2) text (DIV1) 31 Image 2
168 and all they that own an awe of God, a love of Vertue, and fear of Hell, are fools and mad men, and all they that own an awe of God, a love of Virtue, and Fear of Hell, Are Fools and mad men, cc d pns32 cst d dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vbr n2 cc j n2, (2) text (DIV1) 31 Image 2
169 and tis lost labor to dispute against it. and this lost labour to dispute against it. cc pn31|vbz vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (2) text (DIV1) 31 Image 2
170 These Doctors of the scorners Chair, are (if it may be) more infallible then that of Rome. These Doctors of the Scorner's Chair, Are (if it may be) more infallible then that of Rome. np1 n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1, vbr (cs pn31 vmb vbi) av-dc j cs d pp-f np1. (2) text (DIV1) 31 Image 2
171 I shall not therefore any farther attemt to undeceive them: I shall not Therefore any farther attempt to undeceive them: pns11 vmb xx av av-d jc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32: (2) text (DIV1) 32 Image 2
172 but having thus unravel'd the disputings of the Text in point of consequence and argument, I shall now take leave to look upon them in another light; but having thus unraveled the disputings of the Text in point of consequence and argument, I shall now take leave to look upon them in Another Light; cc-acp vhg av vvn dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns11 vmb av vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp j-jn n1; (2) text (DIV1) 32 Image 2
173 as they are a recital of a Prophecy, and thereby offer to us a farther proof of all that they propose: To wit as they Are a recital of a Prophecy, and thereby offer to us a farther proof of all that they propose: To wit c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvb p-acp pno12 dt jc n1 pp-f d cst pns32 vvb: p-acp n1 (2) text (DIV1) 32 Image 2
174 The appearance of these scoffers in the World who laugh at all Religion, and despise a future Judgment, The appearance of these scoffers in the World who laugh At all Religion, and despise a future Judgement, dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvb p-acp d n1, cc vvi dt j-jn n1, (2) text (DIV1) 33 Image 2
175 when so ere it happens, is its self a very signal mark of its approch. when so ere it happens, is its self a very signal mark of its approach. c-crq av c-acp pn31 vvz, vbz po31 n1 dt j n1 n1 pp-f po31 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 33 Image 2
176 I stir up, saies St. Peter, at the beginning of this Chapter, and the words immediately preceding the Text, your pure minds by way of remembrance: I stir up, Says Saint Peter, At the beginning of this Chapter, and the words immediately preceding the Text, your pure minds by Way of remembrance: pns11 vvb a-acp, vvz n1 np1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, cc dt n2 av-j vvg dt n1, po22 j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (2) text (DIV1) 34 Image 2
177 that ye may be mindful of the words which were spoken before by the holy Prophets, that you may be mindful of the words which were spoken before by the holy prophets, cst pn22 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n2 r-crq vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n2, (2) text (DIV1) 34 Image 2
178 and of the commandment of us the Apostles of the Lord and Savior: and of the Commandment of us the Apostles of the Lord and Saviour: cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno12 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1: (2) text (DIV1) 34 Image 2
179 knowing this first, that there shall come in the last daies scoffers, &c. To which St. Jude exactly accords at the 17 and 18 verses of his Epistle, Beloved remember ye the words which were spoken before of the Apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ, knowing this First, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, etc. To which Saint U^de exactly accords At the 17 and 18 Verses of his Epistle, beloved Remember you the words which were spoken before of the Apostles of our Lord jesus christ, vvg d ord, cst a-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt ord ng1 n2, av p-acp r-crq n1 np1 av-j vvz p-acp dt crd cc crd n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvn vvb pn22 dt n2 r-crq vbdr vvn a-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, (2) text (DIV1) 34 Image 2
180 how that they told you there should be mockers in the last time, who should walk after their own ungodly lusts. how that they told you there should be mockers in the last time, who should walk After their own ungodly Lustiest. c-crq cst pns32 vvd pn22 a-acp vmd vbi n2 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vmd vvi p-acp po32 d j n2. (2) text (DIV1) 34 Image 2
181 And St. Paul 1 Thes. 5. 1. Of the times and seasons, brethren, ye have no need that I write unto you, And Saint Paul 1 Thebes 5. 1. Of the times and seasons, brothers, you have no need that I write unto you, cc n1 np1 crd np1 crd crd pp-f dt n2 cc n2, n2, pn22 vhb dx n1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, (2) text (DIV1) 34 Image 2
182 for you your selves know perfectly, that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night: for you your selves know perfectly, that the day of the Lord so comes as a thief in the night: c-acp pn22 po22 n2 vvb av-j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (2) text (DIV1) 34 Image 2
183 for when they shall say peace and safety, then sudden destruction cometh, &c. All which is in the same manner declar'd by our Savior himself, Mat. 24. 37. who saies that his coming will resemble that of the Flood, which fell upon a generation of men as they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, and despis'd the warning and predictions of Noah the Preacher of righteousness, as St Peter calls him in the fore-going Chapter to the Text. for when they shall say peace and safety, then sudden destruction comes, etc. All which is in the same manner declared by our Saviour himself, Mathew 24. 37. who Says that his coming will resemble that of the Flood, which fell upon a generation of men as they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, and despised the warning and predictions of Noah the Preacher of righteousness, as Saint Peter calls him in the foregoing Chapter to the Text. c-acp c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, av j n1 vvz, av av-d r-crq vbz p-acp dt d n1 vvd p-acp po12 n1 px31, np1 crd crd r-crq vvz d po31 n-vvg vmb vvi d pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp pns32 vbdr vvg cc vvg, vvg cc vvg p-acp n1, cc vvn dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp zz np1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt np1 (2) text (DIV1) 34 Image 2
184 Nor may it be suggested, that the scoffing at Religion and a future Judgment, is no such new thing in the world as to be any way remarkable, Nor may it be suggested, that the scoffing At Religion and a future Judgement, is no such new thing in the world as to be any Way remarkable, ccx vmb pn31 vbi vvn, cst dt j-vvg p-acp n1 cc dt j-jn n1, vbz dx d j n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vbi d n1 j, (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
185 and made the Character of the greatest revolution that ever was. For tho there have bin alwaies debaucht and profligate persons more then a good many; and made the Character of the greatest revolution that ever was. For though there have been always debauched and profligate Persons more then a good many; cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 cst av vbds. p-acp cs pc-acp vhi vbn av j-vvn cc vvi n2 av-dc cs dt j d; (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
186 yet to have them openly scoffe at Religion, do it with assurance and impunity, is a thing so unusual, yet to have them openly scoff At Religion, do it with assurance and impunity, is a thing so unusual, av pc-acp vhi pno32 av-j n1 p-acp n1, vdb pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, vbz dt n1 av j, (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
187 as may justly ground the observation laid upon it. as may justly ground the observation laid upon it. c-acp vmb av-j vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31. (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
188 Indeed for a fool to say in his heart there is no God, is not without example: Indeed for a fool to say in his heart there is no God, is not without Exampl: np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 a-acp vbz dx n1, vbz xx p-acp n1: (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
189 but for a Sect of men to say it with their mouth, dictate it as Philosophy, but for a Sect of men to say it with their Mouth, dictate it as Philosophy, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n1, vvb pn31 p-acp n1, (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
190 and for that be esteem'd Wits and Masters of Reason, is utterly without the precedents of ancient times, and for that be esteemed Wits and Masters of Reason, is utterly without the precedents of ancient times, cc p-acp d vbb vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vbz av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
191 and an atchievment to commence with the last dotage of the world: and an Achievement to commence with the last dotage of the world: cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1: (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
192 a prodigy great enough to go hand in hand with the Suns being darkned, and the Moons not giving her light, the Stars falling from their orbs, a prodigy great enough to go hand in hand with the Suns being darkened, and the Moons not giving her Light, the Stars falling from their orbs, dt n1 j av-d pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 vbg vvn, cc dt n2 xx vvg po31 n1, dt n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2, (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
193 and the powers of Heaven being shaken, mention'd by our Savior as the prologues of his second coming at the 24 of St. Mathew, the place before recited. and the Powers of Heaven being shaken, mentioned by our Saviour as the prologues of his second coming At the 24 of Saint Matthew, the place before recited. cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vbg vvn, vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 ord n-vvg p-acp dt crd pp-f n1 np1, dt n1 a-acp vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 35 Image 2
194 As no Nation in the world however barbarous has bin found to be without Religion; so none has bin without a concern for it. As no nation in the world however barbarous has been found to be without Religion; so none has been without a concern for it. p-acp dx n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp j vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1; av pix vhz vbn p-acp dt vvb p-acp pn31. (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
195 By Gods law among the Jews, the Blasphemer was to be put to death; and Levit. 24. we see that sanction by Gods particular command put in Execution. By God's law among the jews, the Blasphemer was to be put to death; and Levit. 24. we see that sanction by God's particular command put in Execution. p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp dt np2, dt n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; cc np1 crd pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp npg1 j n1 vvn p-acp n1. (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
196 Which severity afterward obtain'd, even then when the worship of the nation diverted to Idolatry: Which severity afterwards obtained, even then when the worship of the Nation diverted to Idolatry: r-crq n1 av vvn, av av c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n1: (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
197 for when Gideon had cut down the consecrated Grove of Baal, and destroied his Altar, Judg. 6. his life was required as an expiation of the fact. for when gideon had Cut down the consecrated Grove of Baal, and destroyed his Altar, Judges 6. his life was required as an expiation of the fact. c-acp c-crq np1 vhd vvn a-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd po31 n1, np1 crd po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
198 Nebuchadnezzar, tho a Heathen Prince, thought himself oblig'd to vindicate the honor not only of his Bel, but also of the God of Israel; and as we read Dan. 3. 29. decreed that if any one should speak amiss against him, he should be cut in pieces, Nebuchadnezzar, though a Heathen Prince, Thought himself obliged to vindicate the honour not only of his Bel, but also of the God of Israel; and as we read Dan. 3. 29. decreed that if any one should speak amiss against him, he should be Cut in Pieces, np1, av dt j-jn n1, vvd px31 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 xx av-j pp-f po31 zz, p-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; cc c-acp pns12 vvb np1 crd crd vvn cst cs d pi vmd vvi av p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2, (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
199 and his house be made a dunghill. and his house be made a dunghill. cc po31 n1 vbi vvn dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
200 At Ephesus, upon the suggestion that the honor of Diana had bin toucht, the whole city was put into a confusion, Act. 19. and at the 17 we find St. Paul question'd at Athens for being a setter forth of strange Gods, and probably would not have escaped, had the accusation run, that he deni'd the old. At Ephesus, upon the suggestion that the honour of Diana had been touched, the Whole City was put into a confusion, Act. 19. and At the 17 we find Saint Paul questioned At Athens for being a setter forth of strange God's, and probably would not have escaped, had the accusation run, that he denied the old. p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vbn vvn, dt j-jn n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, n1 crd cc p-acp dt crd pns12 vvb n1 np1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp vbg dt n1 av pp-f j n2, cc av-j vmd xx vhi vvn, vhd dt n1 vvb, cst pns31 vvd dt j. (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
201 For in that place Diagoras, Theodorus, Anaxagoras, Stilpo, Protagoras and others were on this account punisht by banishments, pecuniary mulcts and confiscations, and by death it self. For in that place Diagoras, Theodorus, Anaxagoras, Stilpo, Protagoras and Others were on this account punished by banishments, pecuniary mulcts and confiscations, and by death it self. p-acp p-acp d n1 np1, np1, np1, np1, np1 cc n2-jn vbdr p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp n2, j n2 cc n2, cc p-acp n1 pn31 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
202 Nay what is most remarkable, and particular to our present purpose, when Alcibiades had here in the jollity of a feast indulged unto his Wit, Nay what is most remarkable, and particular to our present purpose, when Alcibiades had Here in the jollity of a feast indulged unto his Wit, uh-x q-crq vbz av-ds j, cc j p-acp po12 j n1, c-crq np1 vhd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
203 and made sport upon the Rites of Ceres, in mockery personating the Priest, tho he was their General in a most important war, they recall'd him home, who not returning, they proscrib'd his Person, seiz'd his Estate, and made sport upon the Rites of Ceres, in mockery personating the Priest, though he was their General in a most important war, they Recalled him home, who not returning, they proscribed his Person, seized his Estate, cc vvd n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 n-vvg dt n1, cs pns31 vbds po32 n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1, pns32 vvd pno31 av-an, r-crq xx vvg, pns32 vvd po31 n1, vvn po31 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
204 and publicly devoted him by solemn execrations. It would be endless to deduce this subject thro ancient History: and publicly devoted him by solemn execrations. It would be endless to deduce this Subject through ancient History: cc av-j vvn pno31 p-acp j n2. pn31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d n-jn a-acp j n1: (2) text (DIV1) 36 Image 2
205 all the persecutions with so much blood and fury rais'd against Christians, are so many instances of this very matter; all the persecutions with so much blood and fury raised against Christians, Are so many instances of this very matter; d dt n2 p-acp av d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp np1, vbr av d n2 pp-f d j n1; (2) text (DIV1) 37 Image 2
206 they all arising from no other ground then the zeal they had for their false Gods, they all arising from no other ground then the zeal they had for their false God's, pns32 d vvg p-acp dx j-jn n1 av dt n1 pns32 vhd p-acp po32 j n2, (2) text (DIV1) 37 Image 2
207 and an opinion that Christians were Atheists and Blasphemers, that mockt at their Devotions, and despis'd their Deities. and an opinion that Christians were Atheists and Blasphemers, that mocked At their Devotions, and despised their Deities. cc dt n1 cst np1 vbdr n2 cc n2, cst vvd p-acp po32 n2, cc vvn po32 n2. (2) text (DIV1) 37 Image 2
208 Now whether it be reasonable for us, to have less veneration and esteem for the true God, Now whither it be reasonable for us, to have less veneration and esteem for the true God, av cs pn31 vbb j p-acp pno12, pc-acp vhi dc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j np1, (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
209 then they had for the false, and verify whatever was suggested by the Heathen, it will not be difficult to determin. then they had for the false, and verify whatever was suggested by the Heathen, it will not be difficult to determine. cs pns32 vhd p-acp dt j, cc vvb r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt j-jn, pn31 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi. (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
210 But if after the preaching of the Gospel, wherein are made discoveries of the Majesty of God and of his mercy, beyond any vouchsaf'd to former ages, men shall have less regard of Him and of his Honor, But if After the preaching of the Gospel, wherein Are made discoveries of the Majesty of God and of his mercy, beyond any vouchsafed to former ages, men shall have less regard of Him and of his Honour, p-acp cs p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, c-crq vbr vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d vvn p-acp j n2, n2 vmb vhi dc n1 pp-f pno31 cc pp-f po31 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
211 and after that his Son has for our sakes expos'd himself to shame and mockery, and After that his Son has for our sakes exposed himself to shame and mockery, cc p-acp d po31 n1 vhz p-acp po12 n2 vvd px31 p-acp n1 cc n1, (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
212 and become of no reputation, we shall therefore add to his inanition, and let him be of none with us; and become of no reputation, we shall Therefore add to his inanition, and let him be of none with us; cc vvn pp-f dx n1, pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb pno31 vbi pp-f pix p-acp pno12; (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
213 converting all the obliging circumstances of his life and death to his continued reproch; crucify him afresh, and put him to an open shame: converting all the obliging Circumstances of his life and death to his continued reproach; crucify him afresh, and put him to an open shame: vvg d dt j-vvg n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1; vvi pno31 av, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt j n1: (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
214 and farther, if these multiplied, these unaccountable indignities, which in former times had certainly bin Capital, shall now become a Specimen of parts and education; and farther, if these multiplied, these unaccountable indignities, which in former times had Certainly been Capital, shall now become a Specimen of parts and education; cc av-jc, cs d vvn, d j n2, r-crq p-acp j n2 vhd av-j vbn j, vmb av vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
215 be committed by the Actors with bold insolence, and by the Hearers entertain'd with plesure and applause; be committed by the Actors with bold insolence, and by the Hearers entertained with pleasure and applause; vbb vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
216 these practices thus put together and enhanc'd, upon a sober estimate must prove, such as do carry with them as the blackest guilt, these practices thus put together and enhanced, upon a Sobrium estimate must prove, such as do carry with them as the Blackest guilt, d n2 av vvn av cc vvn, p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi, d c-acp vdb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt js-jn n1, (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
217 so the most direful ominous abode. so the most direful ominous Abided. av dt av-ds j j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 38 Image 2
218 That this Age of ours has somwhat of mockery for its particular Genius, so that scarce any thing is so entertaining, That this Age of ours has somewhat of mockery for its particular Genius, so that scarce any thing is so entertaining, cst d n1 pp-f png12 vhz av pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1, av cst av-j d n1 vbz av vvg, (2) text (DIV1) 39 Image 2
219 as to sport with the misadventures or failances of others; as to sport with the misadventures or failances of Others; c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn; (2) text (DIV1) 39 Image 2
220 nor no faculty more recommending then the being dextrous in turning serious things to Ridicule, I think is a truth so notorious, that I may say it without offence to any: nor no faculty more recommending then the being dextrous in turning serious things to Ridicule, I think is a truth so notorious, that I may say it without offence to any: ccx dx n1 av-dc vvg cs dt vbg j p-acp vvg j n2 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb vbz dt n1 av j, cst pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp d: (2) text (DIV1) 39 Image 2
221 they that are passive in these skirmishes, being sufficiently sensible of what they suffer; and they that are active, not desiring to concele or disown their Talent: they that Are passive in these Skirmishes, being sufficiently sensible of what they suffer; and they that Are active, not desiring to conceal or disown their Talon: pns32 cst vbr j p-acp d n2, vbg av-j j pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb; cc pns32 cst vbr j, xx vvg pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n1: (2) text (DIV1) 39 Image 2
222 nay both sorts at one time or other being active, those that have wit to shew it, nay both sorts At one time or other being active, those that have wit to show it, uh-x d n2 p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn vbg j, d cst vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, (2) text (DIV1) 39 Image 2
223 and those that have none to pretend to it. and those that have none to pretend to it. cc d cst vhb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (2) text (DIV1) 39 Image 2
224 Tho alas, what great proof is it of wit, to make others laugh? which an Idiot can do as effectually by having none: Tho alas, what great proof is it of wit, to make Others laugh? which an Idiot can do as effectually by having none: np1 uh, q-crq j n1 vbz pn31 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n2-jn vvi? r-crq dt n1 vmb vdi c-acp av-j p-acp vhg pix: (2) text (DIV1) 39 Image 2
225 and as to what is the height of that celebrated faculty, and is thought true bearing wit, the saying sharp unexpected rambling things, tis most happily acquir'd by an approch to drunkenness or frenzy; and as to what is the height of that celebrated faculty, and is Thought true bearing wit, the saying sharp unexpected rambling things, this most happily acquired by an approach to Drunkenness or frenzy; cc c-acp p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f cst vvd n1, cc vbz vvn j vvg n1, dt vvg j j j-vvg n2, pn31|vbz av-ds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 39 Image 2
226 and twill be no very advantagious barter, to loose our understandings to advance our wit. and 'twill be no very advantageous barter, to lose our understandings to advance our wit. cc pn31|vmb vbi dx j j n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 39 Image 2
227 The Masters of Greek and Roman Rhetoric in their Institutions, discourse indeed of causing laughter as a piece of the Art which they pretend to teach: The Masters of Greek and Roman Rhetoric in their Institutions, discourse indeed of causing laughter as a piece of the Art which they pretend to teach: dt n2 pp-f jp cc njp n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvb av pp-f vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi: (2) text (DIV1) 40 Image 2
228 but they tell us tis only to be allowed in those causes which admit no other defence. but they tell us this only to be allowed in those Causes which admit no other defence. cc-acp pns32 vvb pno12 d j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb dx j-jn n1. (2) text (DIV1) 40 Image 2
229 The Buffoon in a desperate exigence is to relieve the Orator, impudence to supply the place of argument, The Buffoon in a desperate exigence is to relieve the Orator, impudence to supply the place of argument, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) text (DIV1) 40 Image 2
230 and wit fill up the room of sense: and wit fill up the room of sense: cc n1 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (2) text (DIV1) 40 Image 2
231 as we see men who have no better weapon, think it no shame to rake the canal, as we see men who have no better weapon, think it no shame to rake the canal, c-acp pns12 vvb n2 r-crq vhb dx jc n1, vvb pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (2) text (DIV1) 40 Image 2
232 and secure themselves by throwing dirt. and secure themselves by throwing dirt. cc vvi px32 p-acp vvg n1. (2) text (DIV1) 40 Image 2
233 But what shall we say of those, who have introduc'd this way of fight into the Christian Warfare? those Schole divinity Drolls of this our Age, who defend the Faith, by destroying Charity, attaque their fellow-men by those opprobrions methods of disputing, by scoffs and railing accusations, with which twere not allowable to oppose the Devil himself, Jud. 9. Tis certainly great pity a good cause should be asserted by such arguments as libel and reproch it; But what shall we say of those, who have introduced this Way of fight into the Christian Warfare? those School divinity Drolls of this our Age, who defend the Faith, by destroying Charity, attaque their fellow-men by those opprobrions methods of disputing, by scoffs and railing accusations, with which it not allowable to oppose the devil himself, Jud. 9. This Certainly great pity a good cause should be asserted by such Arguments as libel and reproach it; cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pp-f d, r-crq vhb vvd d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt njp n1? d n1 n1 n2 pp-f d po12 n1, r-crq vvb dt n1, p-acp vvg n1, fw-la po32 n2 p-acp d n2 n2 pp-f vvg, p-acp n2 cc vvg n2, p-acp r-crq pn31|vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 px31, np1 crd pn31|vbz av-j j n1 dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp n1 cc vvb pn31; (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
234 such as cannot be urg'd but by the worst of Men, and which even they will not produce, till that all others fail them. such as cannot be urged but by the worst of Men, and which even they will not produce, till that all Others fail them. d c-acp vmbx vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp dt js pp-f n2, cc r-crq av pns32 vmb xx vvi, c-acp cst d n2-jn vvb pno32. (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
235 And were those flowers of Rhetoric weeded out of our late controversial books, we should find large Volumes shrink into Manuals, And were those flowers of Rhetoric weeded out of our late controversial books, we should find large Volumes shrink into Manuals, cc vbdr d n2 pp-f n1 vvn av pp-f po12 j j n2, pns12 vmd vvi j n2 vvb p-acp n2, (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
236 and be as little in their bulk, as they are in their conviction. and be as little in their bulk, as they Are in their conviction. cc vbi a-acp j p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
237 Where ere this procedure takes place, tis not at all material on what side the truth lies; Where ere this procedure Takes place, this not At all material on what side the truth lies; c-crq p-acp d n1 vvz n1, pn31|vbz xx p-acp d j-jn p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz; (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
238 a Jest will as effectually provide an answer to a demonstration, as to the most manifest inconsequence. a Jest will as effectually provide an answer to a demonstration, as to the most manifest inconsequence. dt n1 vmb a-acp av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt av-ds j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
239 The brightest evidence and vertue disguis'd and render'd monstrous by burlesque, like the Primitive Christians in the skins of wild beasts, will easily be worried and destroied. The Brightest evidence and virtue disguised and rendered monstrous by burlesque, like the Primitive Christians in the skins of wild beasts, will Easily be worried and destroyed. dt js n1 cc n1 vvn cc vvn j p-acp fw-la, av-j dt j np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, vmb av-j vbi vvn cc vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
240 Nay so it fares, that the most venerable persons, things, and actions, are most liable to be thus expos'd and made ridiculous: Nay so it fares, that the most venerable Persons, things, and actions, Are most liable to be thus exposed and made ridiculous: uh-x av pn31 vvz, cst dt av-ds j n2, n2, cc n2, vbr av-ds j pc-acp vbi av vvn cc vvd j: (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
241 for whatever this beloved acquisition proves, be it the gift of Nature, meant certainly for better purposes, for whatever this Beloved acquisition Proves, be it the gift of Nature, meant Certainly for better Purposes, c-acp r-crq d j-vvn n1 vvz, vbb pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvd av-j p-acp jc n2, (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
242 or the product of drunkenness or frenzy, or what is yet a shorter method, of spight or malice, it has a peculiar faculty to pervert the best and most useful things, traducing sobriety for dulness, gravity for foppishness, order for formality, learning for pedantry, or the product of Drunkenness or frenzy, or what is yet a shorter method, of spite or malice, it has a peculiar faculty to pervert the best and most useful things, traducing sobriety for dullness, gravity for foppishness, order for formality, learning for pedantry, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc r-crq vbz av dt jc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt js cc av-ds j n2, vvg n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp n1, (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
243 and is most immediatly prepar'd to cut the nerves of Government, by despising Dominion, and speaking evil of Dignities, Jude 8. and is most immediately prepared to Cut the nerves of Government, by despising Dominion, and speaking evil of Dignities, U^de 8. cc vbz av-ds av-j vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg n1, cc vvg n-jn pp-f n2, np1 crd (2) text (DIV1) 41 Image 2
244 These are the men, who, as the roial Psalmist tells us, make Songs of him, who pretend therein not only to impunity, but authoritative right; These Are the men, who, as the royal Psalmist tells us, make Songs of him, who pretend therein not only to impunity, but authoritative right; d vbr dt n2, r-crq, c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno12, vvb n2 pp-f pno31, r-crq vvb av xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp j n-jn; (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
245 and say, they are those who ought to speake. and say, they Are those who ought to speak. cc vvb, pns32 vbr d r-crq vmd pc-acp vvi. (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
246 When these are once on the Tribunal, nothing can scape their sentence, the modesty of Virgins, learning of Scholars, wisdom of Counsellors, integrity of Magistrates, honor of Nobles, the dearest interests of all conditions and estates are laught away, When these Are once on the Tribunal, nothing can escape their sentence, the modesty of Virgins, learning of Scholars, Wisdom of Counsellors, integrity of Magistrates, honour of Nobles, the dearest interests of all conditions and estates Are laughed away, c-crq d vbr a-acp p-acp dt n1, pix vmb vvi po32 n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg pp-f n2, n1 pp-f n2, n1 pp-f n2, n1 pp-f n2-j, dt js-jn n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 vbr vvn av, (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
247 as things not worth the keeping. as things not worth the keeping. c-acp n2 xx j dt n-vvg. (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
248 Nay Majesty its self is here obnoxious, treated as our Savior was in order to his Crucifixion; Nay Majesty its self is Here obnoxious, treated as our Saviour was in order to his Crucifixion; uh-x n1 po31 n1 vbz av j, vvn p-acp po12 n1 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1; (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
249 arai'd in a ridiculous robe, arm'd with a reed instead of a roial Scepter, then mockt and bowed to in reproch, arrayed in a ridiculous robe, armed with a reed instead of a royal Sceptre, then mocked and bowed to in reproach, vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 av pp-f dt j n1, av vvn cc vvn p-acp p-acp n1, (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
250 and then tis thought high time to hang it on a tree. and then this Thought high time to hang it on a tree. cc av pn31|vbz vvn j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
251 This leud familiarity ends in the worst contemt, and nothing can be so unhappy as Autority when baffled. This lewd familiarity ends in the worst contempt, and nothing can be so unhappy as authority when baffled. d j n1 vvz p-acp dt js n1, cc pix vmb vbi av j c-acp n1 c-crq vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
252 The Coffee-house Rebell is more mischievous, then he that takes the field; and a Prince is sooner murder'd with a libell, then a sword. The Coffeehouse Rebel is more mischievous, then he that Takes the field; and a Prince is sooner murdered with a libel, then a sword. dt np1 n1 vbz av-dc j, cs pns31 cst vvz dt n1; cc dt n1 vbz av-c vvn p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
253 And therefore it will concern those who are in Autority to consider of what effect it may be, that there are so many mockers of this form and level, in these last times of ours. And Therefore it will concern those who Are in authority to Consider of what Effect it may be, that there Are so many mockers of this from and level, in these last times of ours. cc av pn31 vmb vvi d r-crq vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq n1 pn31 vmb vbi, cst a-acp vbr av d n2 pp-f d n1 cc vvi, p-acp d ord n2 pp-f png12. (2) text (DIV1) 42 Image 2
254 My present enquiry is after those of a higher dispensation, who set their mouth against Heaven, and defy God and Providence; My present enquiry is After those of a higher Dispensation, who Set their Mouth against Heaven, and defy God and Providence; po11 j n1 vbz p-acp d pp-f dt jc n1, r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb np1 cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 43 Image 2
255 which yet is but a natural emprovement of the other, and no less powerfully, if not much more destructive of Government and Lawes. which yet is but a natural improvement of the other, and no less powerfully, if not much more destructive of Government and Laws. r-crq av vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n-jn, cc dx av-dc av-j, cs xx av-d av-dc j pp-f n1 cc n2. (2) text (DIV1) 43 Image 2
256 And therefore it will also be the Magistrates great interest, as tis their highest duty, to be concern'd herein. And Therefore it will also be the Magistrates great Interest, as this their highest duty, to be concerned herein. cc av pn31 vmb av vbi dt n2 j n1, c-acp pn31|vbz po32 js n1, pc-acp vbi vvn av. (2) text (DIV1) 43 Image 2
257 To these ungodly mockers, walking after their own lusts, proud as they are, and confident that the day of Judgment will either never be, or is far off; To these ungodly mockers, walking After their own Lustiest, proud as they Are, and confident that the day of Judgement will either never be, or is Far off; p-acp d j n2, vvg p-acp po32 d n2, j c-acp pns32 vbr, cc j cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-d av-x vbb, cc vbz av-j a-acp; (2) text (DIV1) 44 Image 2
258 I shall not add more words upon that Head to their disturbance; I shall not add more words upon that Head to their disturbance; pns11 vmb xx vvi dc n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n1; (2) text (DIV1) 44 Image 2
259 but mind them of another day, which they cannot deny to be approching, I mean the day of Death, that sentence of the Lord over all flesh, as the Wise man calls it, which is the day of Judgment to each particular person, but mind them of Another day, which they cannot deny to be approaching, I mean the day of Death, that sentence of the Lord over all Flesh, as the Wise man calls it, which is the day of Judgement to each particular person, cc-acp n1 pno32 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq pns32 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi vvg, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j n1 vvz pn31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1, (2) text (DIV1) 44 Image 2
260 as that of Doom is to the World. as that of Doom is to the World. c-acp d pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 44 Image 2
261 And will these mockers ask in scorn where is this promise of his coming? tho the Fathers are faln asleep, do they hope by a peculiar privilege to continue still, And will these mockers ask in scorn where is this promise of his coming? though the Father's Are fallen asleep, do they hope by a peculiar privilege to continue still, cc vmb d n2 vvb p-acp n1 c-crq vbz d n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg? cs dt n2 vbr vvn j, vdb pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av, (2) text (DIV1) 45 Image 2
262 and reverse the general law of the Creation? If the long day of the Fathers had a night who after 7, 8, and reverse the general law of the Creation? If the long day of the Father's had a night who After 7, 8, cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1? cs dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vhd dt n1 r-crq p-acp crd, crd, (2) text (DIV1) 45 Image 2
263 or 900 years went down to sleep in dust, and when they did so there was no inquisition in the grave, or 900 Years went down to sleep in dust, and when they did so there was no inquisition in the grave, cc crd n2 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc c-crq pns32 vdd av a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp dt n1, (2) text (DIV1) 45 Image 2
264 whether the date had bin so many hours, but all their labors vanisht as they did, in dull forgetfulness and silence; whither the date had been so many hours, but all their labors vanished as they did, in dull forgetfulness and silence; cs dt n1 vhd vbn av d n2, cc-acp d po32 n2 vvn c-acp pns32 vdd, p-acp j n1 cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 45 Image 2
265 shall our winter Solstice day, whose Sun scarcely looks over the Horizon, but instantly starts back again to dwell upon the other World, shall our winter Solstice day, whose Sun scarcely looks over the Horizon, but instantly starts back again to dwell upon the other World, vmb po12 n1 n1 n1, rg-crq n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av-jn vvz av av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, (2) text (DIV1) 45 Image 2
266 so lye upon our hands, as if the Sun were to stand still as it did in Joshuas time, so lie upon our hands, as if the Sun were to stand still as it did in Joshuas time, av vvb p-acp po12 n2, c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi av c-acp pn31 vdd p-acp np1 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 45 Image 2
267 or to go back as it did in Hezechias, that we might frolic it without disturbance, in everlasting riot and excess? or to go back as it did in Hezekiah, that we might frolic it without disturbance, in everlasting riot and excess? cc pc-acp vvi av c-acp pn31 vdd p-acp np1, cst pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1? (2) text (DIV1) 45 Image 2
268 The sensual Epicure describ'd at the 12 of St. Luke, who said unto his soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; The sensual Epicure described At the 12 of Saint Luke, who said unto his soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many Years; dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt crd pp-f n1 np1, r-crq vvd p-acp po31 n1, n1, pns21 vh2 d n2-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n2; (2) text (DIV1) 46 Image 2
269 take thine ease, eat, drink, and be merry: take thine ease, eat, drink, and be merry: vvb po21 n1, vvb, vvb, cc vbi j: (2) text (DIV1) 46 Image 2
270 tho he only overlookt, and not deni'd a Providence, was stopt in his carriere by hasty vengeance, which pronounc'd this irreversible decree, Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: though he only overlooked, and not denied a Providence, was stopped in his carriere by hasty vengeance, which pronounced this irreversible Decree, Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: cs pns31 av-j vvd, cc xx vvn dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n1, r-crq vvd d j n1, pns21 n1, d n1 po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno21: (2) text (DIV1) 46 Image 2
271 and then whose shall those things be which thou hast provided? and then whose shall those things be which thou hast provided? cc av r-crq vmb d n2 vbb r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn? (2) text (DIV1) 46 Image 2
272 And let our jolly men of dissolute ungodly life, who notwithstanding the concerns of their immortal soul, are at leisure to make sport with every thing however Sacred, who with scorn and greediness pursue unlawful plesures, And let our jolly men of dissolute ungodly life, who notwithstanding the concerns of their immortal soul, Are At leisure to make sport with every thing however Sacred, who with scorn and greediness pursue unlawful pleasures, cc vvb po12 j n2 pp-f j j n1, r-crq p-acp dt vvz pp-f po32 j n1, vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp j, r-crq p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb j n2, (2) text (DIV1) 47 Image 2
273 and bid defiance to Almighty Justice, lay their hands upon their breast, and ask themselves at what ensurance office they have secur'd a longer date of life: and bid defiance to Almighty justice, lay their hands upon their breast, and ask themselves At what insurance office they have secured a longer date of life: cc vvb n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vvd po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi px32 p-acp q-crq n1 n1 pns32 vhb vvn dt jc n1 pp-f n1: (2) text (DIV1) 47 Image 2
274 how they come to know their soul shall not be requir'd: how they come to know their soul shall not be required: c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn: (2) text (DIV1) 47 Image 2
275 or if it be, how well they are prepar'd to give an answer to the question but now askt. or if it be, how well they Are prepared to give an answer to the question but now asked. cc cs pn31 vbb, c-crq av pns32 vbr vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp av vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 47 Image 2
276 This very sentence at this moment is really pronounc'd against many thousands in the world, who ere to morrows night will breath their last; This very sentence At this moment is really pronounced against many thousands in the world, who ere to morrows night will breath their last; d j n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d crd p-acp dt n1, r-crq c-acp p-acp n2 n1 vmb vvi po32 n1; (2) text (DIV1) 47 Image 2
277 of which number not one single person that now hears me, is sure that he is not. of which number not one single person that now hears me, is sure that he is not. pp-f r-crq n1 xx pi j n1 cst av vvz pno11, vbz j cst pns31 vbz xx. (2) text (DIV1) 47 Image 2
278 Have they debated calmly with themselves what death is, how many unwelcome circumstances are hudled up in that short word? Can they willingly forego their houses and estates, their tables and their beds, Have they debated calmly with themselves what death is, how many unwelcome Circumstances Are huddled up in that short word? Can they willingly forego their houses and estates, their tables and their Beds, vhb pns32 vvn av-jn p-acp px32 q-crq n1 vbz, c-crq d j n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d j n1? vmb pns32 av-j vvi po32 n2 cc n2, po32 n2 cc po32 n2, (2) text (DIV1) 48 Image 2
279 and bid a long farwell to their dear company, their paramours and flatterers, lying gastly, and bid a long farewell to their dear company, their paramours and Flatterers, lying ghastly, cc vvb dt j n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n1, po32 n2 cc n2, vvg j, (2) text (DIV1) 48 Image 2
280 and cold, and senseless, imprison'd in a Coffin, and immur'd in Earth? To speak in the language of the Scripture, will the tender and delicate women, who would scarce adventure to put their feet unto the ground thro delicacy, Deut. 28. be content to be despoil'd of their rings and jewels, the changeable suits of apparell, the mantles, the wimples, and cold, and senseless, imprisoned in a Coffin, and immured in Earth? To speak in the language of the Scripture, will the tender and delicate women, who would scarce adventure to put their feet unto the ground through delicacy, Deuteronomy 28. be content to be despoiled of their rings and Jewels, the changeable suits of apparel, the mantles, the wimples, cc j-jn, cc j, vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp n1? p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb dt j cc j n2, r-crq vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 a-acp n1, np1 crd vbb j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, dt j n2 pp-f n1, dt n2, dt n2, (2) text (DIV1) 48 Image 2
281 and the crisping pins, the glasses and fine linen, the hoods and veiles, Isa. 3. and, and the crisping pins, the glasses and fine linen, the hoods and veils, Isaiah 3. and, cc dt j-vvg n2, dt n2 cc j n1, dt n2 cc n2, np1 crd cc, (2) text (DIV1) 48 Image 2
282 as he adds, take in exchange, insted of a sweet smell a stink, insted of a girdle a rent, iusted of well-set hair baldness, as he adds, take in exchange, instead of a sweet smell a stink, instead of a girdle a rend, jousted of well-set hair baldness, c-acp pns31 vvz, vvb p-acp n1, av pp-f dt j n1 dt n1, av pp-f dt n1 dt n1, vvd pp-f j n1 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 48 Image 2
283 and burning insted of beauty? and burning instead of beauty? cc vvg av pp-f n1? (2) text (DIV1) 48 Image 2
284 But this is not all, will they be willing to come to the Tribunal of their Maker, But this is not all, will they be willing to come to the Tribunal of their Maker, p-acp d vbz xx d, vmb pns32 vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 49 Image 2
285 and render an account of all the words, the thoughts, the actions and omissions of an ill led life? answer for their noon-day insolence, and mid-night revels; and render an account of all the words, the thoughts, the actions and omissions of an ill led life? answer for their noonday insolence, and midnight revels; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n2, dt n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n-jn vvd n1? vvb p-acp po32 n1 n1, cc n1 n2; (2) text (DIV1) 49 Image 2
286 answer for their own and others guilts: the sin of their rebellion, and greater sin of their impenitence: answer for their own and Others guilts: the since of their rebellion, and greater since of their impenitence: vvb p-acp po32 d cc ng2-jn n2: dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc jc n1 pp-f po32 n1: (2) text (DIV1) 49 Image 2
287 the accusations of offended justice, and deeper charge of slighted Mercy? the accusations of offended Justice, and Deeper charge of slighted Mercy? dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n1, cc jc-jn n1 pp-f vvn n1? (2) text (DIV1) 49 Image 2
288 Or lastly can they after the confusion and horror, of having all their guilts set in aray before them, enhanc'd by the no less numerous overtures of grace and mercy, out-brave that dreadful sentence of Depart ye cursed into everlasting fire, prepar'd for the Devil and his Angels, Mat. 25. Will they maintain the jolly humor there, Or lastly can they After the confusion and horror, of having all their guilts Set in array before them, enhanced by thee no less numerous overtures of grace and mercy, outbrave that dreadful sentence of Depart you cursed into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels, Mathew 25. Will they maintain the jolly humour there, cc ord n1 pns32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, pp-f vhg av-d po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, vvd p-acp pno32 dx av-dc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb d j n1 pp-f vvb pn22 vvn p-acp j n1, vvd p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2, np1 crd n1 pns32 vvi dt j n1 a-acp, (2) text (DIV1) 50 Image 2
289 and like the three Children in the Babylonian furnace, sing in the midst of flames, and like the three Children in the Babylonian furnace, sing in the midst of flames, cc av-j dt crd n2 p-acp dt jp n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) text (DIV1) 50 Image 2
290 and resemble them in being untoucht by pain, as they shall in not being wasted and devour'd? Will they find arguments of mockery and laughter, in the place of weeping, and wailing, and gnashing of teeth? and resemble them in being untouched by pain, as they shall in not being wasted and devoured? Will they find Arguments of mockery and laughter, in the place of weeping, and wailing, and gnashing of teeth? cc vvi pno32 p-acp vbg j p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vmb p-acp xx vbg vvn cc vvn? n1 pns32 vvi n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f n2? (2) text (DIV1) 50 Image 2
291 If they can do this, on Gods name let them mock on, deny a future Judgment, If they can do this, on God's name let them mock on, deny a future Judgement, cs pns32 vmb vdi d, p-acp ng1 n1 vvb pno32 vvi a-acp, vvb dt j-jn n1, (2) text (DIV1) 51 Image 2
292 or what is more generous and brave, let them provoke and dare it. or what is more generous and brave, let them provoke and Dare it. cc r-crq vbz av-dc j cc j, vvb pno32 vvi cc vvb pn31. (2) text (DIV1) 51 Image 2
293 But if they cannot dwell with the devouring fire, nor abide with everlasting burnings, Isa. 33. If they cannot wrestle with Omnipotence, But if they cannot dwell with the devouring fire, nor abide with everlasting burnings, Isaiah 33. If they cannot wrestle with Omnipotence, p-acp cs pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n1, ccx vvi p-acp j n2, np1 crd cs pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, (2) text (DIV1) 51 Image 2
294 nor have an arm like God; nor have an arm like God; ccx vhb dt n1 av-j np1; (2) text (DIV1) 51 Image 2
295 twill be advisable, to take a timely warning, and according to the counsel given to Job, Chap. 41. 8. to think upon the battell, and do no more. 'twill be advisable, to take a timely warning, and according to the counsel given to Job, Chap. 41. 8. to think upon the battle, and do no more. pn31|vmb vbi j, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vdb dx av-dc. (2) text (DIV1) 51 Image 2
296 I shall close all with the inference, and in the words of St. Peter pursuant to my Text. The day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night: I shall close all with the Inference, and in the words of Saint Peter pursuant to my Text. The day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night: pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 n1 p-acp po11 np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (2) text (DIV1) 52 Image 2
297 in the which the Heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the Elements shall melt with fervent heat, the Earth also and the works that are therein shall be burnt up. in the which the Heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the Elements shall melt with fervent heat, the Earth also and the works that Are therein shall be burned up. p-acp dt r-crq dt n2 vmb vvi av p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp j n1, dt n1 av cc dt n2 cst vbr av vmb vbi vvn a-acp. (2) text (DIV1) 52 Image 2
298 Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolv'd, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness? looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the Heavens being on fire shall be dissolv'd, Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of Persons ought you to be in all holy Conversation and godliness? looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the Heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, vvg av cst d d n2 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pn22 pc-acp vbi p-acp d j n1 cc n1? vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt n2 vbg p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn, (2) text (DIV1) 52 Image 2
299 and the Elements shall melt with fervent heat? Nevertheless we according to his promise look for new Heavens, and the Elements shall melt with fervent heat? Nevertheless we according to his promise look for new Heavens, cc dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp j n1? av pns12 p-acp p-acp po31 n1 vvi p-acp j n2, (2) text (DIV1) 52 Image 2
300 and a new Earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness. and a new Earth, wherein dwells righteousness. cc dt j n1, q-crq vvz n1. (2) text (DIV1) 52 Image 2
301 Wherefore beloved seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless: Wherefore Beloved seeing that you look for such things, be diligent that you may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless: q-crq j-vvn vvg cst pn22 vvb p-acp d n2, vbb j cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc j: (2) text (DIV1) 52 Image 2
302 and account that the long-suffering of the Lord is Salvation. and account that the long-suffering of the Lord is Salvation. cc n1 cst dt j pp-f dt n1 vbz n1. (2) text (DIV1) 52 Image 2
303 Ye therefore, seeing you know these things before, beware least ye also being led away with the error of the wicked, fall from your own stedfastness. the Therefore, seeing you know these things before, beware lest you also being led away with the error of the wicked, fallen from your own steadfastness. dt av, vvg pn22 vvb d n2 a-acp, vvb cs pn22 av vbg vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, vvb p-acp po22 d n1. (2) text (DIV1) 52 Image 2
304 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ: to him be glory both now and for ever. Amen. FINIS. But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord jesus christ: to him be glory both now and for ever. Amen. FINIS. cc-acp vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1: p-acp pno31 vbb n1 av-d av cc p-acp av. uh-n. fw-la. (2) text (DIV1) 52 Image 2

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43 0 ad Nicom. Eth. lib. 1. ad Nicom. Eth. lib. 1. fw-la j-jn. np1 n1. crd
57 0 Epig. lib. 5. Epigram lib. 5. np1 n1. crd
97 0 Ptolem. Campanel. Ptolem Campanel. np1 n1.
106 0 Thalmud. Abod. Zara. c. 1. fol 9. R. Ketina. in Ps. 92. Hilar. in 17 Mat. Just. Mart. in Dial. cum Tryph. & quaest. ad Orthod. 71. Iren. l. 5. c. 28. 30. Cypr. l. de exhort. Mart. Lactant. l. 7. c. 14. Thalmud. Abod. Zara c. 1. fol 9. R. Ketina. in Ps. 92. Hilar. in 17 Mathew Just. Mart. in Dial. cum Tryph & Question. ad Orthodoxy. 71. Iren l. 5. c. 28. 30. Cyprus l. de exhort. Mart. Lactant. l. 7. c. 14. np1. np1. np1 sy. crd zz crd np1 np1. p-acp np1 crd np1 p-acp crd np1 j. np1 p-acp np1 fw-la np1 cc vvn. fw-la n1. crd np1 n1 crd sy. crd crd np1 n1 zz vvi. np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd
115 0 Abyden. Beros. Nic. Damasc. Plat. in Tim. Suidas in NONLATINALPHABET ex Apollin. Abyden. Beros. Nicaragua Damascus Plat. in Tim. Suidas in ex Apollon. np1. np1. np1 np1 np1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp fw-la np1.
129 0 Plat. in Tim. Senec. Nat. quaest. 3. 13. Ep. ad Polyb. Minut. Fel. Ovid. Metam. l. 1. f. 7. Lucan. l. 1. Hystasp. in Euseb. Praep. Justin in Apol. Plat. in Tim. Seneca Nat. Question. 3. 13. Epistle and Polybius Minutes Fel. Ovid. Metam. l. 1. f. 7. Lucan. l. 1. Hystasp. in Eusebius Praep Justin in Apollinarian np1 p-acp np1 np1 np1 vvn. crd crd np1 cc np1 np1 np1 np1. np1. n1 crd zz. crd np1. n1 crd np1. p-acp np1 np1 np1 p-acp np1
201 0 Suid. in Diag. Diog. Laert. Corn. Nep. in Alcib. Suid. in Diag. Diog Laertes Corn. Nep. in Alcib. np1 p-acp n1. np1 np1 n1. np1 p-acp np1.
227 0 Arist. Rhet. l. 3. Quintil. Instit. l. 6. Arist. Rhetoric l. 3. Quintil Institutio l. 6. np1 np1 n1 crd np1 np1 n1 crd