Omilia eiréniké, or, A thanksgiving sermon for peace abroad with motives to unity at home, especially in matters of religion : preach'd at Hambleden in the county of Bucks on Thursday the second day of December, 1697 / by Francis Gregory ...

Gregory, Francis, 1625?-1707
Publisher: Printed for Richard Sare and sold by E Whitlock
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1697
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A42051 ESTC ID: R39481 STC ID: G1897
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Psalms CXXII, 7; Peace -- Religious aspects; Sermons, English -- 17th century; Thanksgiving Day addresses;
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0 PSALM CXXII. 7. Peace be within thy Walls, and Prosperity within thy Palaces. COncerning this Psalm there are Three things which may be consider'd; PSALM CXXII. 7. Peace be within thy Walls, and Prosperity within thy Palaces. Concerning this Psalm there Are Three things which may be considered; np1 crd. crd n1 vbb p-acp po21 n2, cc n1 p-acp po21 n2. vvg d n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vmb vbi vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 0 Image 3
1 First, The Inscription or Title, which it bears. Secondly, The Occasion upon which it was written; First, The Inscription or Title, which it bears. Secondly, The Occasion upon which it was written; ord, dt n1 cc n1, r-crq pn31 vvz. ord, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
2 and, Thirdly, The subject Matter which it contains. As for the Title of his Psalm, tis double; for, and, Thirdly, The Subject Matter which it contains. As for the Title of his Psalm, this double; for, cc, ord, dt j-jn n1 r-crq pn31 vvz. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31|vbz j-jn; p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
3 First, 'Tis stiled in the Hebrew Language, Schir Hammaaloth ; in the Greek, NONLATINALPHABET; in the Latin, Canticum Graduum, i. a Song of Degrees. And, besides this Psalm, there are Fourteen more set down in order, which bear the same Inscription. First, It's styled in the Hebrew Language, Sir Hammaaloth; in the Greek,; in the Latin, Canticum Graduum, i. a Song of Degrees. And, beside this Psalm, there Are Fourteen more Set down in order, which bear the same Inscription. ord, pn31|vbz vvd p-acp dt njp n1, n1 n1; p-acp dt jp,; p-acp dt jp, np1 fw-la, uh. dt n1 pp-f n2. cc, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbr crd dc vvn a-acp p-acp n1, r-crq vvb dt d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Image 3
4 And why these Fifteen Psalms are called Songs of Degrees, there are several Reasons offered by several Interpreters, all which are but Conjectural. And why these Fifteen Psalms Are called Songs of Degrees, there Are several Reasons offered by several Interpreters, all which Are but Conjectural. cc c-crq d crd n2 vbr vvn n2 pp-f n2, a-acp vbr j n2 vvn p-acp j n2, d r-crq vbr cc-acp j. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
5 The Rabbins or Doctors of the Jewish Church tell us, That there were Fifteen Steps or Stairs, by which, The Rabbis or Doctors of the Jewish Church tell us, That there were Fifteen Steps or Stairs, by which, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt jp n1 vvb pno12, cst a-acp vbdr crd vvz cc n2, p-acp r-crq, (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
6 as by so many Degrees, they went up to the Temple, and that upon their Solemn Festivals, the Levites were wont upon each of these Steps or Degrees to stand still, as by so many Degrees, they went up to the Temple, and that upon their Solemn Festivals, the Levites were wont upon each of these Steps or Degrees to stand still, c-acp p-acp av d n2, pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc cst p-acp po32 j n2, dt np1 vbdr vvn p-acp d pp-f d vvz cc n2 pc-acp vvi av, (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
7 and sing one of those Psalms; and that from this Custom these Fifteen Psalms received this denomination. and sing one of those Psalms; and that from this Custom these Fifteen Psalms received this denomination. cc vvi crd pp-f d n2; cc cst p-acp d n1 d crd n2 vvd d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
8 There are others, who think that there was in the Temple a certain place raised high above the Ground, There Are Others, who think that there was in the Temple a certain place raised high above the Ground, pc-acp vbr n2-jn, r-crq vvb cst a-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 dt j n1 vvd j p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Image 3
9 like the Galleries in our Churches, to which the Levites ascended by several Steps or Degrees, like the Galleries in our Churches, to which the Levites ascended by several Steps or Degrees, av-j dt n2 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp r-crq dt np1 vvn p-acp j vvz cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Image 3
10 and there did sing these Psalms; and that from thence these Psalms took this Name. and there did sing these Psalms; and that from thence these Psalms took this Name. cc a-acp vdd vvi d n2; cc cst p-acp av d n2 vvd d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Image 3
11 There is a third Opinion, that these Psalms are so called, because when the Levites did sing them, they did by degrees raise their Notes, advance their Voices, There is a third Opinion, that these Psalms Are so called, Because when the Levites did sing them, they did by Degrees raise their Notes, advance their Voices, pc-acp vbz dt ord n1, cst d n2 vbr av vvn, c-acp c-crq dt np1 vdd vvi pno32, pns32 vdd p-acp n2 vvb po32 n2, vvb po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
12 and tune them in an higher Strain than ordinary. and tune them in an higher Strain than ordinary. cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt jc n1 cs j. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
13 But the consideration of this being a thing rather of Curiosity than of Edification, I will say no more about it. But the consideration of this being a thing rather of Curiosity than of Edification, I will say no more about it. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vbg dt n1 av-c pp-f n1 cs pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
14 2 dly. The second Inscription or Title which this Psalm bears in the Hebrew Tongue, is this, Mizmor le Dabid, a Psalm of David ; 2 dly. The second Inscription or Title which this Psalm bears in the Hebrew Tongue, is this, Mizmor le Dabid, a Psalm of David; crd av-j. dt ord n1 cc n1 r-crq d n1 vvz p-acp dt njp np1, vbz d, fw-la fw-fr fw-la, dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 3
15 the Greek Translation reads it, NONLATINALPHABET, a Psalm to David : the Greek translation reads it,, a Psalm to David: dt jp n1 vvz pn31,, dt n1 p-acp np1: (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 3
16 But that's an Hebraism, where the Article le doth govern sometimes a Genitive, and sometimes a Dative Case. But that's an Hebraism, where the Article le does govern sometime a Genitive, and sometime a Dative Case. cc-acp d|vbz dt n1, c-crq dt n1 fw-fr vdz vvi av dt j, cc av dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 3
17 This Title sheweth us who was the undoubted Penman of this Psalm; This Title shows us who was the undoubted Penman of this Psalm; d n1 vvz pno12 r-crq vbds dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 7 Image 3
18 namely, the Royal Prophet, a King inspired of God, whose Name stands prefixed before most of the Psalms, to distinguish those which were written by him, namely, the Royal Prophet, a King inspired of God, whose Name Stands prefixed before most of the Psalms, to distinguish those which were written by him, av, dt j n1, dt n1 vvn pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vvz vvn p-acp ds pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Image 3
19 and those which were Penned by some other inspired Persons; as, Asaph, Heman, Aethan, and Moses. But to pass by this. and those which were Penned by Some other inspired Persons; as, Asaph, Heman, Aethan, and Moses. But to pass by this. cc d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp d j-jn j-vvn n2; c-acp, np1, np1, np1, cc np1. p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Image 3
20 Secondly, The second thing considerable, in reference to this whose Psalm, is the Occasion whereupon it was composed and written, Secondly, The second thing considerable, in Referente to this whose Psalm, is the Occasion whereupon it was composed and written, ord, dt ord n1 j, p-acp n1 p-acp d rg-crq n1, vbz dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbds vvn cc vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
21 and that is thought to be this: We read that David had been forced to fly from Jerusalem from his own House, and that is Thought to be this: We read that David had been forced to fly from Jerusalem from his own House, cc d vbz vvn pc-acp vbi d: pns12 vvb cst np1 vhd vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
22 and God 's, by the Rebellion and Treason of his own Son Absolom, who endeavour'd to dispossess him of his Kingdom, and probably of his Life too; and God is, by the Rebellion and Treason of his own Son Absalom, who endeavoured to dispossess him of his Kingdom, and probably of his Life too; cc np1 vbz, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1 np1, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1, cc av-j pp-f po31 n1 av; (3) text (DIV1) 9 Image 3
23 but, within a short space, Absalom being slain, and his Army dispersed, and David returned in safety to Jerusalem, 'tis believed that he might, upon that happy occasion, Pen this Psalm. but, within a short Molle, Absalom being slave, and his Army dispersed, and David returned in safety to Jerusalem, it's believed that he might, upon that happy occasion, Pen this Psalm. cc-acp, p-acp dt j n1, np1 vbg vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn, cc np1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pn31|vbz vvn cst pns31 vmd, p-acp cst j n1, vvb d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 9 Image 3
24 But, Thirdly, the third thing here considerable, is, the Subject Matter which this Psalm contains in it; But, Thirdly, the third thing Here considerable, is, the Subject Matter which this Psalm contains in it; p-acp, ord, dt ord n1 av j, vbz, dt j-jn n1 r-crq d n1 vvz p-acp pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 10 Image 3
25 and the most remarkable Passages therein are these two: and the most remarkable Passages therein Are these two: cc dt av-ds j n2 av vbr d crd: (3) text (DIV1) 10 Image 3
26 1 st. David 's exceeding Joy for his Restoration to the Place of God's Publick Worship, from which, to his unspeakable Grief, he had been so lately Banished. 1 Saint. David is exceeding Joy for his Restoration to the Place of God's Public Worship, from which, to his unspeakable Grief, he had been so lately Banished. crd zz. np1 vbz vvg vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, p-acp r-crq, p-acp po31 j n1, pns31 vhd vbn av av-j vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 11 Image 3
27 During the whole time of David 's Exile, there was nothing that did so much disquiet David 's Soul, During the Whole time of David is Exile, there was nothing that did so much disquiet David is Soul, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, pc-acp vbds pix cst vdd av av-d vvi np1 vbz n1, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
28 as the consideration of his forced Absence from the Sanctuary of God; as the consideration of his forced Absence from the Sanctuary of God; c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
29 none of his Troubles, none of his Misfortunes did he ever lament so long, and so oft as that. none of his Troubles, none of his Misfortunes did he ever lament so long, and so oft as that. pix pp-f png31 vvz, pix pp-f po31 n2 vdd pns31 av vvi av av-j, cc av av p-acp d. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
30 But when once David had recovered his former Liberty, when the Doors of the Sanctuary did again stand open to him, But when once David had recovered his former Liberty, when the Doors of the Sanctuary did again stand open to him, cc-acp q-crq a-acp np1 vhd vvn po31 j n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdd av vvi j p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
31 like a Man transported with Joy, he abruptly broke out into this Expression; like a Man transported with Joy, he abruptly broke out into this Expression; av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, pns31 av-j vvd av p-acp d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
32 I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the House of the Lord ; I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the House of the Lord; pns11 vbds j c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp pno11, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
33 and so it is with all Religious Souls: To them the House of God is a place of the greatest Joy and Pleasure. and so it is with all Religious Souls: To them the House of God is a place of the greatest Joy and Pleasure. cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d j n2: p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
34 2 dly, The second of those things, which are most considerable in this Psalm, is David 's earnest Request, both to God and Men, 2 dly, The second of those things, which Are most considerable in this Psalm, is David is earnest Request, both to God and Men, crd av, dt ord pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr av-ds j p-acp d n1, vbz np1 vbz j n1, d p-acp np1 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
35 for the Happiness of Jerusalem, and for the continuance of those Spiritual Privileges which they did now enjoy. for the Happiness of Jerusalem, and for the Continuance of those Spiritual Privileges which they did now enjoy. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq pns32 vdd av vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
36 His Address to Men was this, Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem ; His Address to Men was this, Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem; po31 n1 p-acp n2 vbds d, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
37 and what he requested other Men to do, he did himself, backing his Exhortation with his own Example; and what he requested other Men to do, he did himself, backing his Exhortation with his own Exampl; cc r-crq pns31 vvd j-jn n2 pc-acp vdi, pns31 vdd px31, vvg po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
38 for, upon the account of Jerusalem, being then the Royal City, the chief Place of God's most solemn Worship, for, upon the account of Jerusalem, being then the Royal city, the chief Place of God's most solemn Worship, p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbg av dt j n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 av-ds j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
39 and a Type of the Universal Church, David put up this Petition to Heaven, Peace be within thy walls, and a Type of the Universal Church, David put up this Petition to Heaven, Peace be within thy walls, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-u n1, np1 vvd a-acp d vvb p-acp n1, n1 vbb p-acp po21 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
40 and prosperity, or, as our old Translation reads it, Plenteousness, within thy Palaces. and Prosperity, or, as our old translation reads it, Plenteousness, within thy Palaces. cc n1, cc, c-acp po12 j n1 vvz pn31, n1, p-acp po21 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
41 Now, from the Matter and Method of this Petition, which David here presented to his God, there do very naturally arise these two plain Conclusions; Now, from the Matter and Method of this Petition, which David Here presented to his God, there do very naturally arise these two plain Conclusions; av, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d vvb, r-crq np1 av vvd p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vdi av av-j vvi d crd j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
42 First, That Peace is a Blessing that is very desirable, why else did David perswade his Neighbours to beg it? And why else did he himself so earnestly Petition God to grant it? First, That Peace is a Blessing that is very desirable, why Else did David persuade his Neighbours to beg it? And why Else did he himself so earnestly Petition God to grant it? ord, cst n1 vbz dt n1 cst vbz av j, uh-crq av vdd np1 vvi po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31? cc q-crq av vdd pns31 px31 av av-j vvb np1 pc-acp vvi pn31? (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
43 Secondly, That Prosperity, or Plenteousness, is commonly the Fruit and Consequence of Peace. Secondly, That Prosperity, or Plenteousness, is commonly the Fruit and Consequence of Peace. ord, cst n1, cc n1, vbz av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 3
44 This I observe from the Method and Order of David 's Petition, Peace be within thy walls ; This I observe from the Method and Order of David is Petition, Peace be within thy walls; d pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvb pp-f np1 vbz vvb, n1 vbb p-acp po21 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 3
45 that's the first part of his Request: and then the second follows, Prosperity or Plenteousness be within thy Palaces. that's the First part of his Request: and then the second follows, Prosperity or Plenteousness be within thy Palaces. d|vbz dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1: cc av dt ord vvz, n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp po21 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 3
46 And, the truth is, without Peace first obtained, Prosperity or Plenteousness can hardly be expected. And, the truth is, without Peace First obtained, Prosperity or Plenteousness can hardly be expected. cc, dt n1 vbz, p-acp n1 ord vvd, n1 cc n1 vmb av vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 3
47 First, the first Conclusion which doth naturally arise from the Text, is this, namely, That Peace is a Blessing that is very desirable indeed ; and so it is; First, the First Conclusion which does naturally arise from the Text, is this, namely, That Peace is a Blessing that is very desirable indeed; and so it is; ord, dt ord n1 r-crq vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz d, av, cst n1 vbz dt n1 cst vbz av j av; cc av pn31 vbz; (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 3
48 1 st, In the Private Families of Particular Men. 2 dly, In the Publick Societies, Commonwealths, and Kingdoms of the World. 3 dly ; 1 Saint, In the Private Families of Particular Men. 2 dly, In the Public Societies, Commonwealths, and Kingdoms of the World. 3 dly; vvn zz, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n2. crd av, p-acp dt j n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1. crd av-j; (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 3
49 In the Catholick Church, which is God's more special Kingdom, and the only Family of Christ here below. In the Catholic Church, which is God's more special Kingdom, and the only Family of christ Here below. p-acp dt njp n1, r-crq vbz npg1 n1 j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 av a-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 3
50 I. Peace is a Blessing, that is very desirable in the private Families of particular Persons. I Peace is a Blessing, that is very desirable in the private Families of particular Persons. uh n1 vbz dt n1, cst vbz av j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Image 3
51 There are three chief Relations, which are commonly found in the Families of Men; that of Husbands and Wives, Parents and Children, Masters and Servants ; There Are three chief Relations, which Are commonly found in the Families of Men; that of Husbands and Wives, Parents and Children, Masters and Servants; pc-acp vbr crd j-jn n2, r-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; d pp-f n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2; (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 3
52 and how pleasant, how joyful a thing must it needs be for all the Relations, who constitute the whole Family, to live together in Peace and Unity! and how pleasant, how joyful a thing must it needs be for all the Relations, who constitute the Whole Family, to live together in Peace and Unity! cc c-crq j, c-crq j dt n1 vmb pn31 av vbi p-acp d dt n2, r-crq vvb dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1 cc n1! (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 3
53 Husbands and Wives are called One Flesh ; and certainly it can never do well if they be not of One Spirit too; Husbands and Wives Are called One Flesh; and Certainly it can never do well if they be not of One Spirit too; ng1 cc n2 vbr vvn crd n1; cc av-j pn31 vmb av-x vdi av cs pns32 vbb xx pp-f crd n1 av; (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 3
54 for, can they who are but One Flesh be divided without sore Rents and Wounds? Again, Children are but the Parts of their own Parents, for, can they who Are but One Flesh be divided without soar Rends and Wounds? Again, Children Are but the Parts of their own Parents, p-acp, vmb pns32 r-crq vbr cc-acp crd n1 vbb vvn p-acp j vvz cc n2? av, n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 3
55 and can any part, that is quick and living, be separated from the whole, without sense of much pain and anguish? And as for Servants, they are their Masters Trustees ; and can any part, that is quick and living, be separated from the Whole, without sense of much pain and anguish? And as for Servants, they Are their Masters Trustees; cc vmb d vvi, cst vbz j cc j-vvg, vbb vvn p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1? cc c-acp p-acp n2, pns32 vbr po32 n2 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 3
56 and if they bear a grudge to their Masters Person, 'tis ten to one but they will falsify their Trust too. and if they bear a grudge to their Masters Person, it's ten to one but they will falsify their Trust too. cc cs pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 n1, pn31|vbz crd p-acp crd cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 vvb av. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 3
57 But where Husbands and Wives are of the same mind, and draw the same yoke, and in the same way ; But where Husbands and Wives Are of the same mind, and draw the same yoke, and in the same Way; cc-acp c-crq n2 cc n2 vbr pp-f dt d n1, cc vvi dt d n1, cc p-acp dt d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 3
58 where Parents love their Children, and Children love their Parents; where Masters are kind to their Servants, and Servants chearfully obey their Masters; where Parents love their Children, and Children love their Parents; where Masters Are kind to their Servants, and Servants cheerfully obey their Masters; c-crq n2 vvb po32 n2, cc n2 vvb po32 n2; c-crq n2 vbr j p-acp po32 n2, cc n2 av-j vvi po32 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 3
59 where the inferior Relation doth readily do what the Superior doth prudently require : where the inferior Relation does readily do what the Superior does prudently require: c-crq dt j-jn n1 vdz av-j vdb r-crq dt j-jn vdz av-j vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 3
60 In short, when the Hand doth willingly execute what the Head doth wisely contrive and dictate. In short, when the Hand does willingly execute what the Head does wisely contrive and dictate. p-acp j, c-crq dt n1 vdz av-j vvi r-crq dt n1 vdz av-j vvi cc vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 3
61 Where the case stands thus, such Families are in the ready way, and take the right course to thrive. Where the case Stands thus, such Families Are in the ready Way, and take the right course to thrive. c-crq dt n1 vvz av, d n2 vbr p-acp dt j n1, cc vvb dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 3
62 But on the other hand, if Strifes and Contentions arise and grow in a Family; But on the other hand, if Strifes and Contentions arise and grow in a Family; cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs n2 cc n2 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 3
63 if, as our Lord speaks, The father shall be divided against the son, and the son against the father ; if, as our Lord speaks, The father shall be divided against the son, and the son against the father; cs, c-acp po12 n1 vvz, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 3
64 the mother against the daughter, and the daughter against the mother; the mother against the daughter, and the daughter against the mother; dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 3
65 where Relations, who are so near in Blood, are at such distance in point of Affection, such Families can never expect God's Blessing to make them Prosper; where Relations, who Are so near in Blood, Are At such distance in point of Affection, such Families can never expect God's Blessing to make them Prosper; c-crq n2, r-crq vbr av av-j p-acp n1, vbr p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, d n2 vmb av-x vvi npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 3
66 nor indeed can they heartily unite any joint Petitions to beg it. nor indeed can they heartily unite any joint Petitions to beg it. ccx av vmb pns32 av-j vvi d j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 3
67 Such Families are so far from having any hopes to flourish, that our Lord hath plainly told us, Every house, every family divided against it self, shall not stand. Such Families Are so Far from having any hope's to flourish, that our Lord hath plainly told us, Every house, every family divided against it self, shall not stand. d n2 vbr av av-j p-acp vhg d n2 p-acp vvb, cst po12 n1 vhz av-j vvn pno12, d n1, d n1 vvn p-acp pn31 n1, vmb xx vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 3
68 No, Strife and Contention are, as Gregory Nazianzene well observes, NONLATINALPHABET, the beginnings of Dissolution; That which best Cements and Supports a Family, is mutual Concord and Unity; No, Strife and Contention Are, as Gregory Nazianzene well observes,, the beginnings of Dissolution; That which best Cements and Supports a Family, is mutual Concord and Unity; uh-dx, n1 cc n1 vbr, c-acp np1 np1 av vvz,, dt n2 pp-f n1; cst r-crq av-js n2 cc vvz dt n1, vbz j n1 cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 3
69 and if so, how desirable a Blessing is Peace even in the private Families of Men? and if so, how desirable a Blessing is Peace even in the private Families of Men? cc cs av, c-crq j dt n1 vbz n1 av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2? (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 3
70 II. Peace is a Blessing very desirable in the Catholick Church, which is the great and only Family which God hath in this lower World. II Peace is a Blessing very desirable in the Catholic Church, which is the great and only Family which God hath in this lower World. crd n1 vbz dt n1 av j p-acp dt njp n1, r-crq vbz dt j cc j n1 r-crq np1 vhz p-acp d jc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 24 Image 3
71 St. Paul tells his Christian Converts thus, Ye are fellow Citizens with the Saints, and of the houshold of God ; Saint Paul tells his Christian Converts thus, You Are fellow Citizens with the Saints, and of the household of God; n1 np1 vvz po31 np1 vvz av, pn22 vbr n1 n2 p-acp dt n2, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 3
72 not as Servants only, but as Children too. not as Servants only, but as Children too. xx p-acp n2 av-j, cc-acp c-acp n2 av. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 3
73 All the sincere Converts of the World, all true Believers have the same God for their Father, the same Christ for their Brother, the same Church for their Mother, and if so, themselves must needs be Brethren. All the sincere Converts of the World, all true Believers have the same God for their Father, the same christ for their Brother, the same Church for their Mother, and if so, themselves must needs be Brothers. av-d dt j vvz pp-f dt n1, d j n2 vhb dt d np1 p-acp po32 n1, dt d np1 p-acp po32 n1, dt d n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc cs av, px32 zz av vbi n2. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 3
74 And is not this Fraternity such a near Relation, as should incline us to Peace and Unity? See that Expression of Abraham to Lot, Let there be no strife, I pray thee, betwixt me and thee, for we are Brethren. And is not this Fraternity such a near Relation, as should incline us to Peace and Unity? See that Expression of Abraham to Lot, Let there be no strife, I pray thee, betwixt me and thee, for we Are Brothers. cc vbz xx d n1 d dt j n1, c-acp vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1? n1 cst n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1, pns11 vvb pno21, p-acp pno11 cc pno21, c-acp pns12 vbr n2. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
75 We all pretend to be Travellers towards the heavenly Canaan ; We all pretend to be Travellers towards the heavenly Canaan; pns12 d vvb pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp dt j np1; (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
76 and if we be such indeed, that Counsel which Joseph gave his Brethren doth much concern us; and if we be such indeed, that Counsel which Joseph gave his Brothers does much concern us; cc cs pns12 vbb d av, cst n1 r-crq np1 vvd po31 n2 vdz d vvi pno12; (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
77 See that ye fall not out by the way ; See that you fallen not out by the Way; vvb cst pn22 vvb xx av p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
78 O remember, that God, who is the Father of us all, is stiled, The God of Peace ; Oh Remember, that God, who is the Father of us all, is styled, The God of Peace; uh vvb, cst np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pno12 d, vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
79 our Blessed Saviour, who is our Elder Brother too, is stiled, The Prince of Peace ; our Blessed Saviour, who is our Elder Brother too, is styled, The Prince of Peace; po12 vvn n1, r-crq vbz po12 n-jn n1 av, vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
80 and he hath given us a fair Intimation, that every good Man is, and ought to be, a Son of peace, one inclinable and well disposed to mutual Concord, Amity and Agreement; and he hath given us a fair Intimation, that every good Man is, and ought to be, a Son of peace, one inclinable and well disposed to mutual Concord, Amity and Agreement; cc pns31 vhz vvn pno12 dt j n1, cst d j n1 vbz, cc pi pc-acp vbi, dt n1 pp-f n1, crd j cc av vvn p-acp j n1, n1 cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
81 to this end did our Lord give his Apostles this Charge, Have peace one with another. to this end did our Lord give his Apostles this Charge, Have peace one with Another. p-acp d n1 vdd po12 n1 vvi po31 n2 d vvb, vhb n1 crd p-acp n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
82 Nay, saith St. Paul, if it be possible, as much as lies in you, live peaceably with all men ; Nay, Says Saint Paul, if it be possible, as much as lies in you, live peaceably with all men; uh, vvz n1 np1, cs pn31 vbb j, c-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pn22, vvb av-j p-acp d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
83 but especially with all Men of the same Religion. but especially with all Men of the same Religion. cc-acp av-j p-acp d n2 pp-f dt d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 3
84 See how very earnest St. Paul was for this, I the prisoner of the Lord beseech you ; See how very earnest Saint Paul was for this, I the prisoner of the Lord beseech you; vvb c-crq av j n1 np1 vbds p-acp d, pns11 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb pn22; (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 3
85 What to do? to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace : What to do? to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace: r-crq pc-acp vdi? pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 3
86 And truly, where this Unity of the Spirit is not kept, where this Bond of Peace in matters of Religion is once dissolved, 'tis a clear Evidence, that Men are not such Christians as they should be; And truly, where this Unity of the Spirit is not kept, where this Bound of Peace in matters of Religion is once dissolved, it's a clear Evidence, that Men Are not such Christians as they should be; cc av-j, c-crq d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx vvn, c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp vvn, pn31|vbz dt j n1, cst n2 vbr xx d np1 c-acp pns32 vmd vbi; (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 3
87 St. Paul plainly told the Men of Corinth so, I hear that there are divisions amongst you, division about their Teachers; Saint Paul plainly told the Men of Corinth so, I hear that there Are divisions among you, division about their Teachers; n1 np1 av-j vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 av, pns11 vvb cst a-acp vbr n2 p-acp pn22, n1 p-acp po32 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 3
88 One saith, I am of Paul, another saith, I am of Apollo, and a third saith, I am of Cephas; One Says, I am of Paul, Another Says, I am of Apollo, and a third Says, I am of Cephas; pi vvz, pns11 vbm pp-f np1, j-jn vvz, pns11 vbm pp-f np1, cc dt ord vvz, pns11 vbm pp-f np1; (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 3
89 and what doth St. Paul infer from this variety of their Opinions? That he tells them, Whereas there is amongst you envyings, strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and what does Saint Paul infer from this variety of their Opinions? That he tells them, Whereas there is among you envyings, strife, and divisions, Are you not carnal, cc q-crq vdz n1 np1 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n2? cst pns31 vvz pno32, cs pc-acp vbz p-acp pn22 n2, n1, cc n2, vbr pn22 xx j, (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 3
90 and walk as men? Not as becomes good Christians, but like sinful Men. and walk as men? Not as becomes good Christians, but like sinful Men. cc vvi p-acp n2? xx c-acp vvz j np1, p-acp j j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 3
91 Now, much like to this Case of the Church of Corinth is the present Case of the Church of England too; Now, much like to this Case of the Church of Corinth is the present Case of the Church of England too; av, av-d av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
92 for, as they were divided about their Preachers, so are we; as, among them, one was for Paul, another for Apollo, and a third for Cephas ; for, as they were divided about their Preachers, so Are we; as, among them, one was for Paul, Another for Apollo, and a third for Cephas; p-acp, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2, av vbr pns12; c-acp, p-acp pno32, pi vbds p-acp np1, j-jn p-acp np1, cc dt ord p-acp np1; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
93 so, among us, one is for an Episcopal Preacher, another for a Presbyterian, a third for an Independent : so, among us, one is for an Episcopal Preacher, Another for a Presbyterian, a third for an Independent: av, p-acp pno12, pi vbz p-acp dt np1 n1, j-jn p-acp dt j, dt ord p-acp dt j-jn: (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
94 One Man is for those set Forms of Prayer which our very Excellent Liturgy prescribes, and I cannot blame him; One Man is for those Set Forms of Prayer which our very Excellent Liturgy prescribes, and I cannot blame him; pi n1 vbz p-acp d vvn n2 pp-f n1 r-crq po12 j j n1 vvz, cc pns11 vmbx vvi pno31; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
95 another Man is for extempore Effusions; Another Man is for extempore Effusions; j-jn n1 vbz p-acp av n2; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
96 and sure I am, that even these also are set and stinted Forms, though not to the Speaker himself, and sure I am, that even these also Are Set and stinted Forms, though not to the Speaker himself, cc av-j pns11 vbm, cst av d av vbr vvn cc vvd n2, cs xx p-acp dt n1 px31, (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
97 yet to every other Man that hears them: yet to every other Man that hears them: av p-acp d j-jn n1 cst vvz pno32: (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
98 Again, one Man is for performing the Duties of our Publick Worship in a Church, a place Built and Dedicated to the Service of God alone; Again, one Man is for performing the Duties of our Public Worship in a Church, a place Built and Dedicated to the Service of God alone; av, crd n1 vbz p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
99 but another Man is for Worshipping the Great Majesty of Heaven in an homely Barn, a place built and designed only for the Civil and Common Uses of men. Once more; but Another Man is for Worshipping the Great Majesty of Heaven in an homely Barn, a place built and designed only for the Civil and Common Uses of men. Once more; cc-acp j-jn n1 vbz p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vvn cc vvn av-j p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n2. a-acp av-dc; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
100 One Man is for our Publick Assemblies, which are Established by our Laws; another Man is for Conventicles in Private Houses ; One Man is for our Public Assemblies, which Are Established by our Laws; Another Man is for Conventicles in Private Houses; crd n1 vbz p-acp po12 j n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2; j-jn n1 vbz p-acp n2 p-acp j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
101 and since these Conventicles have been so very numerous, and since so many sorts of Dissenters have resorted to them, 'tis from the Good Providence of God that these Conventicles have not yet emptied our Churches, that these back Ditches have not yet drawn the main Stream quite dry. and since these Conventicles have been so very numerous, and since so many sorts of Dissenters have resorted to them, it's from the Good Providence of God that these Conventicles have not yet emptied our Churches, that these back Ditches have not yet drawn the main Stream quite dry. cc c-acp d n2 vhb vbn av j j, cc c-acp av d n2 pp-f n2 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 cst d n2 vhb xx av vvn po12 n2, cst d av n2 vhb xx av vvn dt j n1 av j. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 3
102 But can the Wisest of men amongst us foresee what the end of our Divisions may prove? Sure I am, its present Effects are but sad ones; But can the Wisest of men among us foresee what the end of our Divisions may prove? Sure I am, its present Effects Are but sad ones; cc-acp vmb dt js pp-f n2 p-acp pno12 vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vmb vvi? j pns11 vbm, pn31|vbz j n2 vbr p-acp j pi2; (3) text (DIV1) 29 Image 3
103 for, by these Divisions we do prejudice the best Religion in the World; for, by these Divisions we do prejudice the best Religion in the World; c-acp, p-acp d n2 pns12 vdb vvi dt js n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 29 Image 3
104 we do thereby very much discourage Jews, Papists, Turks, Men of all other Religions, from embracing ours. For, may they not justly say, the true way of Worshipping God being but one, since there is amongst us Protestants such a diversity of Opinions about it, who can assure us, which may be the only right one? we do thereby very much discourage jews, Papists, Turks, Men of all other Religions, from embracing ours. For, may they not justly say, the true Way of Worshipping God being but one, since there is among us Protestants such a diversity of Opinions about it, who can assure us, which may be the only right one? pns12 vdb av av av-d vvi np2, njp2, np1, n2 pp-f d j-jn n2, p-acp vvg png12. p-acp, vmb pns32 xx av-j vvi, dt j n1 pp-f vvg np1 vbg p-acp crd, a-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp pno12 n2 d dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31, r-crq vmb vvi pno12, r-crq vmb vbi dt j n-jn pi? (3) text (DIV1) 29 Image 3
105 Besides, this Difference in Judgment doth naturally produce Difference in Practice too; and difference in Practice doth commonly create difference in Affection ; Beside, this Difference in Judgement does naturally produce Difference in Practice too; and difference in Practice does commonly create difference in Affection; a-acp, d n1 p-acp n1 vdz av-j vvi n1 p-acp vvi av; cc n1 p-acp n1 vdz av-j vvi n1 p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 30 Image 3
106 and when these Differences meet together, they are wont to produce Schisms in the Church, Seditions in the State, and Confusions in both. Nay, and when these Differences meet together, they Are wont to produce Schisms in the Church, Seditions in the State, and Confusions in both. Nay, cc c-crq d n2 vvb av, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n2 p-acp av-d. uh, (3) text (DIV1) 30 Image 3
107 when Differences in matters of Religion ferment and grow high; when Differences in matters of Religion ferment and grow high; c-crq n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 n1 cc vvi j; (3) text (DIV1) 30 Image 3
108 when divided Parties are zealous every one for his own Opinion, how oft do they break out into Civil Wars, some of them defending their Errors by the Sword, which they could never have defended by any other Arguments? when divided Parties Are zealous every one for his own Opinion, how oft do they break out into Civil Wars, Some of them defending their Errors by the Sword, which they could never have defended by any other Arguments? c-crq j-vvn n2 vbr j d crd p-acp po31 d n1, c-crq av vdb pns32 vvi av p-acp j n2, d pp-f pno32 vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn p-acp d j-jn n2? (3) text (DIV1) 30 Image 3
109 Now then, if these be the usual Consequences of Divisions in matters of Religion, how desirable a Blessing must Unity and Peace be in the Church of God? III. Peace is a Blessing very desirable in the Civil Societies of Men, in Towns and Cities, in the Commonwealths and Kingdoms of the World; Now then, if these be the usual Consequences of Divisions in matters of Religion, how desirable a Blessing must Unity and Peace be in the Church of God? III. Peace is a Blessing very desirable in the Civil Societies of Men, in Towns and Cities, in the Commonwealths and Kingdoms of the World; av av, cs d vbb dt j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-crq j dt n1 vmb n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? np1. n1 vbz dt n1 av j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 31 Image 3
110 at Home amongst our selves, and Abroad with all other Nations too. At Home among our selves, and Abroad with all other nations too. p-acp av-an p-acp po12 n2, cc av p-acp d j-jn n2 av. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 3
111 I need not tell you, that in Halcyon days, when things are quiet at Home, the Tradesman may safely mind his Shop, and the Husbandman his Plow ; I need not tell you, that in Halcyon days, when things Are quiet At Home, the Tradesman may safely mind his Shop, and the Husbandman his Blow; pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22, cst p-acp n1 n2, c-crq n2 vbr j-jn p-acp n1-an, dt n1 vmb av-j vvi po31 n1, cc dt n1 po31 vvb; (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 3
112 In times of Peace, our Flocks and Herds are wont to Multiply, our Corn comes safe into the Barn, our Markets are full, our Courts are open, our Laws retain their Force, In times of Peace, our Flocks and Herds Are wont to Multiply, our Corn comes safe into the Barn, our Markets Are full, our Courts Are open, our Laws retain their Force, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, po12 n2 cc n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, po12 n1 vvz j p-acp dt n1, po12 n2 vbr j, po12 vvz vbr j, po12 n2 vvb po32 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 3
113 and Justice betwixt Man and Man may freely be administred; and justice betwixt Man and Man may freely be administered; cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 3
114 In times of Peace every Man may sit under his own Fig-tree, under his own Vine, In times of Peace every Man may fit under his own Fig tree, under his own Vine, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 d n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp po31 d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 3
115 and quietly eat the Fruit of his own Labour. And when we are at Peace abroad with other Nations; and quietly eat the Fruit of his own Labour. And when we Are At Peace abroad with other nations; cc av-jn vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. cc c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1 av p-acp j-jn n2; (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 3
116 how cheerfully may our Merchants Transport their Goods beyond the Seas, and bring back their Ships richly laden with Silks, Silver, Gold and Diamonds? In short, how cheerfully may our Merchant's Transport their Goods beyond the Seas, and bring back their Ships richly laden with Silks, Silver, Gold and Diamonds? In short, c-crq av-j vmb po12 n2 vvb po32 n2-j p-acp dt n2, cc vvi av po32 n2 av-j vvn p-acp n2, n1, n1 cc n2? p-acp j, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Image 3
117 when we have Peace both at Home and Abroad, we of this Nation can want for nothing that tends to make a Kingdom happy. when we have Peace both At Home and Abroad, we of this nation can want for nothing that tends to make a Kingdom happy. c-crq pns12 vhb n1 av-d p-acp n1-an cc av, pns12 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pix cst vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 j. (3) text (DIV1) 34 Image 3
118 But the best way to understand and value the Benefits of Peace, is to consider the Calamities of War ; But the best Way to understand and valve the Benefits of Peace, is to Consider the Calamities of War; p-acp dt js n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 3
119 methinks Drums and Trumpets, Carbines and Pistols, Muskets and Canons are Names which sound like to dreadful Claps of Thunder, and Ten thousand glittering Swords seem as terrible as so many flashes of Lightning ; methinks Drums and Trumpets, Carbines and Pistols, Muskets and Canonas Are Names which found like to dreadful Claps of Thunder, and Ten thousand glittering Swords seem as terrible as so many flashes of Lightning; vvz n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2 vbr n2 r-crq vvb av-j p-acp j vvz pp-f vvb, cc crd crd vvg n2 vvb p-acp j c-acp av d vvz pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 3
120 for where War is raised, Trade decayeth, Merchants break, Taxes grow High, Mony grows Scarce, Treasures are Exhausted, Laws are Interrupted, Houses are Plundered, Towns and Cities are burnt to Ashes, Corn-fields are Devoured, abundance of Blood is shed, for where War is raised, Trade decayeth, Merchant's break, Taxes grow High, Money grows Scarce, Treasures Are Exhausted, Laws Are Interrupted, Houses Are Plundered, Towns and Cities Are burned to Ashes, Cornfields Are Devoured, abundance of Blood is shed, c-acp q-crq n1 vbz vvn, n1 vvz, n2 vvb, n2 vvb j, n1 vvz av-j, n2 vbr vvn, n2 vbr vvn, n2 vbr vvn, n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, n2 vbr vvn, n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 3
121 and whole Countries are often laid Wast and Desolate. and Whole Countries Are often laid Wast and Desolate. cc j-jn n2 vbr av vvn vbd2s cc j. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 3
122 Now then, if the Benefits of Peace, and the Miseries of War be indeed so exceeding great, we may well conclude, that Peace is a Blessing very desirable by all Mankind, Now then, if the Benefits of Peace, and the Misery's of War be indeed so exceeding great, we may well conclude, that Peace is a Blessing very desirable by all Mankind, av av, cs dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt ng1 pp-f n1 vbb av av vvg j, pns12 vmb av vvi, cst n1 vbz dt n1 av j p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 3
123 unless perhaps it be by some proud Tyrannical and Ambitious Princes, or such Soldiers of Fortune as know not how to live without Rapine, Plunder and Wages to destroy the Lives and Fortunes of other Men. Now, to apply this unless perhaps it be by Some proud Tyrannical and Ambitious Princes, or such Soldiers of Fortune as know not how to live without Rapine, Plunder and Wages to destroy the Lives and Fortune's of other Men. Now, to apply this cs av pn31 vbb p-acp d j j cc j n2, cc d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n2. av, pc-acp vvi d (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 3
124 1. Consider we the great Reason we have to keep a solemn Day of Thanksgiving with all expressions of Gratitude for that welcome Peace, which after a tedious War, is now setled betwixt us and our Neighbour Nations. 1. Consider we the great Reason we have to keep a solemn Day of Thanksgiving with all expressions of Gratitude for that welcome Peace, which After a tedious War, is now settled betwixt us and our Neighbour nations. crd np1 pns12 dt j n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, r-crq p-acp dt j n1, vbz av vvn p-acp pno12 cc po12 n1 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 37 Image 3
125 For by this happy Peace we are, for time to come secured from those Calamities, which we have suffered by the late War for so many Years together: For by this happy Peace we Are, for time to come secured from those Calamities, which we have suffered by the late War for so many years together: c-acp p-acp d j n1 pns12 vbr, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp d n2, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 c-acp av d n2 av: (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 3
126 I need not here again enumerate the Miseries of War, nor mind you that it hath drained our Purses, that it hath cost a World of Treasure, and which is a great deal worse, that the Sword hath drunk whole Barrels of English Blood. I need not Here again enumerate the Misery's of War, nor mind you that it hath drained our Purses, that it hath cost a World of Treasure, and which is a great deal Worse, that the Sword hath drunk Whole Barrels of English Blood. pns11 vvb xx av av vvi dt ng1 pp-f n1, ccx n1 pn22 cst pn31 vhz vvn po12 n2, cst pn31 vhz vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, cc r-crq vbz dt j n1 av-jc, cst dt n1 vhz vvn j-jn n2 pp-f jp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 3
127 And if the Miseries of War be so exceeding dreadful, our Deliverance from them must needs deserve our Thanks, And if the Misery's of War be so exceeding dreadful, our Deliverance from them must needs deserve our Thanks, cc cs dt ng1 pp-f n1 vbb av av-vvg j, po12 n1 p-acp pno32 vmb av vvi po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 3
128 and those Thanks are due both to our God, and to our King. First, Our Thanks for Peace are due to our God ; and those Thanks Are due both to our God, and to our King. First, Our Thanks for Peace Are due to our God; cc d n2 vbr j-jn d p-acp po12 np1, cc p-acp po12 n1. ord, po12 n2 p-acp n1 vbr j-jn p-acp po12 np1; (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 3
129 for he who is our God, is the God of Peace, the great Author of it; for he who is our God, is the God of Peace, the great Author of it; c-acp pns31 r-crq vbz po12 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
130 so doth the Psalmist tell us, He maketh Wars to cease to the end of the Earth; so does the Psalmist tell us, He makes Wars to cease to the end of the Earth; av vdz dt n1 vvb pno12, pns31 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
131 he breaketh the Bow, and cutteth the Spear in sunder; he burneth the Chariot in the Fire. he breaks the Bow, and cutteth the Spear in sunder; he burns the Chariot in the Fire. pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp av; pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
132 When it is his good Pleasure so to do, he can, and doth incline the Hearts of Men to Peace, When it is his good Pleasure so to do, he can, and does incline the Hearts of Men to Peace, c-crq pn31 vbz po31 j n1 av pc-acp vdi, pns31 vmb, cc vdz vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
133 and in order to that, they shall lay aside the usual Engines of War; and in order to that, they shall lay aside the usual Engines of War; cc p-acp n1 p-acp d, pns32 vmb vvi av dt j n2 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
134 so the Prophet tells us, they shall beat their Swords into Plowshares, and their Spears into pruning Hooks; so the Prophet tells us, they shall beatrice their Swords into Ploughshares, and their Spears into pruning Hooks; av dt n1 vvz pno12, pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2, cc po32 n2 p-acp vvg n2; (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
135 Nation shall not lift up Sword against Nation, neither shall they learn War any more. nation shall not lift up Sword against nation, neither shall they Learn War any more. n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp n1 p-acp n1, dx vmb pns32 vvi n1 d dc. (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
136 The doing of this is a peculiar Prerogative, which the Glorious Majesty of Heaven doth most justly claim to himself. The doing of this is a peculiar Prerogative, which the Glorious Majesty of Heaven does most justly claim to himself. dt vdg pp-f d vbz dt j n1, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vdz ds av-j vvi p-acp px31. (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
137 I make Peace, and create Evil; I the Lord do all these things. 'Tis he that raiseth War in his Wrath; I make Peace, and create Evil; I the Lord do all these things. It's he that Raiseth War in his Wrath; pns11 vvb n1, cc vvb j-jn; pns11 dt n1 vdb d d n2. pn31|vbz pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
138 and 'tis he who puts an end to War; and creates Peace in his Mercy; and it's he who puts an end to War; and creates Peace in his Mercy; cc pn31|vbz pns31 r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp n1; cc vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
139 and if so, since by him we now enjoy the Blessing of Peace, can we do less than bless him for it? and if so, since by him we now enjoy the Blessing of Peace, can we do less than bless him for it? cc cs av, c-acp p-acp pno31 pns12 av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb pns12 vdi dc cs vvb pno31 p-acp pn31? (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 3
140 Secondly, Our Thanks for Peace are also due to our King, as being the great Instrument in God's hand to procure it for us. Secondly, Our Thanks for Peace Are also due to our King, as being the great Instrument in God's hand to procure it for us. ord, po12 n2 p-acp n1 vbr av j-jn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp vbg dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 3
141 We have now a King well qualified with Prudence and Policy to manage our civil Affairs in times of Peace, and we have a Prince of wise Conduct and most excellent Courage to lead our Armies in a time of War ; We have now a King well qualified with Prudence and Policy to manage our civil Affairs in times of Peace, and we have a Prince of wise Conduct and most excellent Courage to led our Armies in a time of War; pns12 vhb av dt n1 av vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 j n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f j vvb cc av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 3
142 a King who for his Conduct and Courage, doth deserve a greater Renown, than Hannibal, Scipio, Julius Cesar, Alexander the Great, or any other General mentioned in the Greek and Roman Stories. a King who for his Conduct and Courage, does deserve a greater Renown, than Hannibal, Scipio, Julius Cesar, Alexander the Great, or any other General mentioned in the Greek and Roman Stories. dt n1 r-crq p-acp po31 vvb cc n1, vdz vvi dt jc n1, cs np1, np1, np1 np1, np1 dt j, cc d j-jn j vvn p-acp dt jp cc njp n2. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 3
143 To this King of ours, not only England, Scotland and Ireland, but the States of Holland, the King of Spain, the Princes of Germany, and the Emperour himself does under God, owe their Preservation; To this King of ours, not only England, Scotland and Ireland, but the States of Holland, the King of Spain, the Princes of Germany, and the Emperor himself does under God, owe their Preservation; p-acp d n1 pp-f png12, xx av-j np1, np1 cc np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 px31 vdz p-acp np1, vvb po32 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 3
144 for had not our King interposed, the French King, who is so Ambitious and so Strong, easily might, and certainly would have overcome them all: for had not our King interposed, the French King, who is so Ambitious and so Strong, Easily might, and Certainly would have overcome them all: c-acp vhd xx po12 n1 vvn, dt jp n1, r-crq vbz av j cc av j, av-j vmd, cc av-j vmd vhb vvn pno32 d: (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 3
145 And in that case the only Favour which England could have expected, would have been this, And in that case the only Favour which England could have expected, would have been this, cc p-acp d n1 dt j n1 r-crq np1 vmd vhi vvn, vmd vhi vbn d, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 3
146 namely, to have been devoured last. But thanks be to God and to our King, that Danger is now quite over; namely, to have been devoured last. But thanks be to God and to our King, that Danger is now quite over; av, pc-acp vhi vbn vvn ord. p-acp n2 vbb p-acp np1 cc p-acp po12 n1, cst n1 vbz av av a-acp; (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 3
147 for, the French King found his Kingdom reduced to such Extremities, that he was forced to desire a Cessation of Arms ; for, the French King found his Kingdom reduced to such Extremities, that he was forced to desire a Cessation of Arms; p-acp, dt jp n1 vvd po31 n1 vvn p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2; (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 3
148 but that being deny'd him, he saw himself constrained to conclude a Peace; but that being denied him, he saw himself constrained to conclude a Peace; cc-acp cst vbg vvn pno31, pns31 vvd px31 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 3
149 that Peace, which no man could have hoped for, had not our King disabled France to continue the War. that Peace, which no man could have hoped for, had not our King disabled France to continue the War. cst n1, r-crq dx n1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp, vhd xx po12 n1 vvn np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 3
150 And what Returns shall we make to our King for this? Let our Hearts be with him, and our Prayers for him; And what Returns shall we make to our King for this? Let our Hearts be with him, and our Prayers for him; cc r-crq vvz vmb pns12 vvi p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d? vvb po12 n2 vbb p-acp pno31, cc po12 n2 p-acp pno31; (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 3
151 and if any just Occasion shall once more so require, let him have our Hands and our Purses too. and if any just Occasion shall once more so require, let him have our Hands and our Purses too. cc cs d j n1 vmb a-acp av-dc av vvi, vvb pno31 vhi po12 n2 cc po12 n2 av. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 3
152 Secondly, Since we have now a setled Peace betwixt us and other Nations beyond the Seas, let us endeavour to restore and settle a lasting Peace amongst our selves here at Home ; Secondly, Since we have now a settled Peace betwixt us and other nations beyond the Seas, let us endeavour to restore and settle a lasting Peace among our selves Here At Home; ord, c-acp pns12 vhb av dt j-vvn n1 p-acp pno12 cc j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp vvb cc vvi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp po12 n2 av p-acp n1-an; (3) text (DIV1) 46 Image 3
153 I do not mean Civil Peace only, but a Peace Ecclesiastical and Sacred. 'Tis said of the Primitive Christians; I do not mean Civil Peace only, but a Peace Ecclesiastical and Sacred. It's said of the Primitive Christians; pns11 vdb xx j j n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 j cc j. pn31|vbz vvn pp-f dt j np1; (3) text (DIV1) 46 Image 3
154 the Multitude of them that believed, were all of one Heart and one Soul ; the Multitude of them that believed, were all of one Heart and one Soul; dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvd, vbdr d pp-f crd n1 cc crd n1; (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 3
155 'tis said again, all that believed, were together, and continued daily with one accord in the Temple. it's said again, all that believed, were together, and continued daily with one accord in the Temple. pn31|vbz vvd av, d cst vvd, vbdr av, cc vvd av-j p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 3
156 Were it thus in England, we might hope to see golden Days yet once again. Were it thus in England, we might hope to see golden Days yet once again. vbdr pn31 av p-acp np1, pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi j n2 av a-acp av. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 3
157 But alas, as it was said of Old, for the Divisions of Reuben there were great Thoughts of Heart ; But alas, as it was said of Old, for the Divisions of Reuben there were great Thoughts of Heart; cc-acp uh, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn pp-f j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 a-acp vbdr j n2 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 3
158 so may I now justly say, for the Divisions of England there are sad Thoughts of Hearts, Fears and Jealousies, so may I now justly say, for the Divisions of England there Are sad Thoughts of Hearts, Fears and Jealousies, av vmb pns11 av av-j vvi, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbr j n2 pp-f n2, n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 3
159 lest, whilst we contend about the Circumstances of our Religion, we lose it's very Substance ; but would our Dissenters act like Men, and hearken to right Reason; lest, while we contend about the circumstances of our Religion, we loose it's very Substance; but would our Dissenters act like Men, and harken to right Reason; cs, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vvb pn31|vbz j n1; cc-acp vmd po12 n2 vvi av-j n2, cc vvi p-acp j-jn n1; (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 3
160 would they act like Christians, and laying aside all Prejudice, consult their Bibles, and make that their Rule ; would they act like Christians, and laying aside all Prejudice, consult their Bibles, and make that their Rule; vmd pns32 vvi av-j np1, cc vvg av d n1, vvi po32 np1, cc vvi d po32 vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 3
161 I am well Satisfied, that they could find no just Ground to withdraw themselves from the Church of England ; I am well Satisfied, that they could find no just Ground to withdraw themselves from the Church of England; pns11 vbm av vvn, cst pns32 vmd vvi dx j n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 3
162 that Church, in whose way of Divine Worship there is nothing Prescribed, nothing Practised, but what the Scriptures do either Command, or at least Allow. that Church, in whose Way of Divine Worship there is nothing Prescribed, nothing Practised, but what the Scriptures do either Command, or At least Allow. d n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 pp-f j-jn n1 pc-acp vbz pix vvn, pix j-vvn, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vdb d vvi, cc p-acp ds vvb. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 3
163 The Substantial parts of God's Worship are all Commanded by himself; but it's necessary Circumstances are not so; The Substantial parts of God's Worship Are all Commanded by himself; but it's necessary circumstances Are not so; dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr d vvn p-acp px31; cc-acp pn31|vbz j n2 vbr xx av; (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 3
164 the Minister, who is to Read, Preach and Administer the Sacraments, must wear some Garment or other, the Minister, who is to Read, Preach and Administer the Sacraments, must wear Some Garment or other, dt n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, vvb cc vvi dt n2, vmb vvi d n1 cc n-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 3
165 but whether it shall be of Linnen or Woollen, of Stuff or Silk, a Cloak or a Gown, of this Colour, or that, the Scriptures do not tell us. but whither it shall be of Linen or Woollen, of Stuff or Silk, a Cloak or a Gown, of this Colour, or that, the Scriptures do not tell us. cc-acp cs pn31 vmb vbi pp-f n1 cc j, pp-f vvb cc n1, dt n1 cc dt n1, pp-f d vvb, cc d, dt n2 vdb xx vvi pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 3
166 Again, in what particular Place, and at what particular Hour, we must meet to Worship God, Again, in what particular Place, and At what particular Hour, we must meet to Worship God, av, p-acp r-crq j n1, cc p-acp r-crq j n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 np1, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 3
167 whether the Preacher must sit or stand, whether the Lord 's Supper should be Administred in the Church, or in the Chancel, the Scriptures do no where teach us; whither the Preacher must fit or stand, whither the Lord is Supper should be Administered in the Church, or in the Chancel, the Scriptures do not where teach us; cs dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvb, cs dt n1 vbz n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vdb xx c-crq vvi pno12; (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 3
168 no, these and the like indifferent Circumstances must, to prevent Disorders, be determined by the Piety and Prudence of our Church Governours ; no, these and the like indifferent circumstances must, to prevent Disorders, be determined by the Piety and Prudence of our Church Governors; uh-dx, d cc dt j j n2 vmb, pc-acp vvi n2, vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 3
169 and when once they in order to Decency, Uniformity, and the more solemn Administration of our Divine Worship, have upon mature Advice and Deliberation, prescribed us such Rules, and when once they in order to Decency, Uniformity, and the more solemn Administration of our Divine Worship, have upon mature advice and Deliberation, prescribed us such Rules, cc c-crq a-acp pns32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc dt dc j n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, vhb p-acp j n1 cc n1, vvn pno12 d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 3
170 as are no way contrary to the Word of God, by the same Word do we all stand obliged in Conscience to obey them; as Are no Way contrary to the Word of God, by the same Word do we all stand obliged in Conscience to obey them; c-acp vbr dx n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt d n1 vdb pns12 d vvb vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 3
171 and were this generally done, our Disputes and Quarrel about our Ceremonies, which are but few and innocent, would be at an end. and were this generally done, our Disputes and Quarrel about our Ceremonies, which Are but few and innocent, would be At an end. cc vbdr d av-j vdn, po12 vvz cc vvb p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vbr cc-acp d cc j-jn, vmd vbi p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 3
172 But so long as we think our selves either more Knowing, or more Conscientious than our Rulers ; But so long as we think our selves either more Knowing, or more Conscientious than our Rulers; p-acp av j c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2 d dc vvg, cc av-dc j cs po12 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 3
173 while we refuse to submit to their Determinations about things indifferent, and thereupon break and crumble out selves into many Factions and Parties, we do by these Divisions exceedingly Gratify our Adversaries of Rome : while we refuse to submit to their Determinations about things indifferent, and thereupon break and crumble out selves into many Factions and Parties, we do by these Divisions exceedingly Gratify our Adversaries of Room: cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n2 j, cc av vvi cc vvb av n2 p-acp d n2 cc n2, pns12 vdb p-acp d n2 av-vvg vvi po12 n2 pp-f vvb: (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 3
174 And whilst we pretend to abhor their Religion, we do indeed give very great Advantages to it: And while we pretend to abhor their Religion, we do indeed give very great Advantages to it: cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp vvb po32 n1, pns12 vdb av vvi av j n2 p-acp pn31: (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 3
175 for when once Men separate from our Publick Assemblies, and meet in Private Conventicles, 'tis well known that Priests and Jesuits, under a Disguise, creep in amongst them, for when once Men separate from our Public Assemblies, and meet in Private Conventicles, it's well known that Priests and Jesuits, under a Disguise, creep in among them, c-acp c-crq c-acp n2 vvb p-acp po12 j n2, cc vvi p-acp j n2, pn31|vbz av vvn d n2 cc np2, p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 3
176 and by degrees instill their Poisonous Doctrines into the Minds of Unwary and Credulous Men. and by Degrees instill their Poisonous Doctrines into the Minds of Unwary and Credulous Men. cc p-acp n2 vvb po32 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-u cc j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 3
177 Let me therefore Exhort and Prevail with you to do what St. Paul, or rather God, by St. Paul, requires, Obey them that have the Rule over you, and Submit your selves : Let me Therefore Exhort and Prevail with you to do what Saint Paul, or rather God, by Saint Paul, requires, Obey them that have the Rule over you, and Submit your selves: vvb pno11 av vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vdi r-crq n1 np1, cc av-c np1, p-acp n1 np1, vvz, vvb pno32 cst vhb dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc vvb po22 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 3
178 And again, Be of one mind, live in Peace: And again, Be of one mind, live in Peace: cc av, vbb pp-f crd n1, vvb p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 3
179 And yet again, Endeavour to keep the Unity of the Spirit in the Bond of Peace ; And yet again, Endeavour to keep the Unity of the Spirit in the Bound of Peace; cc av av, vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 3
180 'tis that which our Religion and Duty requires: Yea, and so doth our very Interest too. it's that which our Religion and Duty requires: Yea, and so does our very Interest too. pn31|vbz d r-crq po12 n1 cc n1 vvz: uh, cc av vdz po12 j n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 3
181 Thirdly, Since it hath been die good Pleasure of God to Bless us at present with a Civil Peace both at Home and Abroad, let us so behave our selves both to our God and our King ; Thirdly, Since it hath been die good Pleasure of God to Bless us At present with a Civil Peace both At Home and Abroad, let us so behave our selves both to our God and our King; ord, c-acp pn31 vhz vbn n1 j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j p-acp dt j n1 d p-acp n1-an cc av, vvb pno12 av vvi po12 n2 av-d p-acp po12 np1 cc po12 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 3
182 to our God, as the Author, and to our King, as the Instrument of our Peace; to our God, as the Author, and to our King, as the Instrument of our Peace; p-acp po12 np1, p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 3
183 that this Peace may be still continued to us and our Posterity without any Interruption. The Interests of a King, as the Head ; that this Peace may be still continued to us and our Posterity without any Interruption. The Interests of a King, as the Head; cst d n1 vmb vbi av vvd p-acp pno12 cc po12 n1 p-acp d n1. dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 3
184 and of the Subjects, as the Body Politick, are so interwoven and twisted together, that a Breach between them may prove Fatal to both ; and of the Subject's, as the Body Politic, Are so interwoven and twisted together, that a Breach between them may prove Fatal to both; cc pp-f dt n2-jn, p-acp dt n1 j, vbr av vvn cc vvn av, cst dt n1 p-acp pno32 vmb vvi j p-acp d; (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 3
185 but still, when Kings and Subjects break with Heaven, that's Infinitely worse: but still, when Kings and Subject's break with Heaven, that's Infinitely Worse: cc-acp av, c-crq n2 cc n2-jn vvb p-acp n1, d|vbz av-j av-jc: (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 3
186 For, as there is no Friend, so there is no Enemy so considerable as God. And what is it that makes this God an Enemy to any Nation, For, as there is no Friend, so there is no Enemy so considerable as God. And what is it that makes this God an Enemy to any nation, c-acp, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1, av pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j c-acp np1. cc q-crq vbz pn31 cst vvz d np1 dt n1 p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 3
187 but those Epidemical Sins that overspread it? And verily, if we of this Kingdom shall still persist in our Vicious Courses, our present Peace cannot long secure us; but those Epidemical Sins that overspread it? And verily, if we of this Kingdom shall still persist in our Vicious Courses, our present Peace cannot long secure us; cc-acp d j n2 cst vvd pn31? cc av-j, cs pns12 pp-f d n1 vmb av vvi p-acp po12 j vvz, po12 j n1 vmbx av-j vvi pno12; (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 3
188 for, if we break our repeated Covenants with God, he can easily incline our Enemies to break their Covenants with us. for, if we break our repeated Covenants with God, he can Easily incline our Enemies to break their Covenants with us. p-acp, cs pns12 vvb po12 vvn n2 p-acp np1, pns31 vmb av-j vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 3
189 That which Moses told the Wicked Jews, doth as much concern sinful Christians too: The Lord shall bring a Nation against thee, whose Tongue thou shalt not understand; That which Moses told the Wicked jews, does as much concern sinful Christians too: The Lord shall bring a nation against thee, whose Tongue thou shalt not understand; cst r-crq np1 vvd dt j np2, vdz p-acp d vvb j np1 av: dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21, rg-crq n1 pns21 vm2 xx vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 3
190 a Nation of fierce Countenance, which shall not regard the person of the old, nor shew favour to the young; a nation of fierce Countenance, which shall not regard the person of the old, nor show favour to the young; dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, ccx vvi n1 p-acp dt j; (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 3
191 and he shall eat the fruit of thy Cattle, and the fruit of thy Land, until thou be destroyed. and he shall eat the fruit of thy Cattle, and the fruit of thy Land, until thou be destroyed. cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vbb vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 3
192 An Invading and Conquering Enemy doth God here threaten to raise against a Wicked Nation. an Invading and Conquering Enemy does God Here threaten to raise against a Wicked nation. dt vvg cc j-vvg n1 vdz np1 av vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 3
193 But on the other hand, if a Nation prove Religious and Holy, what the Event is like to be, we may learn from Solomon, who saith, When a Man's ways please the Lord, he maketh even his Enemies to be at peace with him. But on the other hand, if a nation prove Religious and Holy, what the Event is like to be, we may Learn from Solomon, who Says, When a Man's ways please the Lord, he makes even his Enemies to be At peace with him. cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs dt n1 vvb j cc j, r-crq dt n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, r-crq vvz, c-crq dt ng1 n2 vvb dt n1, pns31 vvz av po31 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 55 Image 3
194 What is here said of a Particular Person, is as true of a whole Nation ; What is Here said of a Particular Person, is as true of a Whole nation; q-crq vbz av vvn pp-f dt j n1, vbz a-acp j pp-f dt j-jn n1; (3) text (DIV1) 55 Image 3
195 to please our God by a Pious and Vertuous Conversation, is the only sure way to obtain and continue Peace with Men. to please our God by a Pious and Virtuous Conversation, is the only sure Way to obtain and continue Peace with Men. pc-acp vvi po12 np1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, vbz dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp n2. (3) text (DIV1) 55 Image 3
196 And that a firm Peace may be for ever Established in all Christian Churches throughout the whole World, let us all heartily join in that Charitable Petition, which our Excellent Liturgy hath put into our Mouths, And that a firm Peace may be for ever Established in all Christian Churches throughout the Whole World, let us all heartily join in that Charitable Petition, which our Excellent Liturgy hath put into our Mouths, cc d dt j n1 vmb vbi p-acp av vvn p-acp d njp np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb pno12 d av-j vvi p-acp d j vvb, r-crq po12 j n1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 14
197 namely this, Grant, O Lord, that all they who do confess thy Holy Name, may agree in the Truth of thy holy Word, namely this, Grant, Oh Lord, that all they who do confess thy Holy Name, may agree in the Truth of thy holy Word, av d, vvb, uh n1, cst d pns32 r-crq vdb vvi po21 j n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 14
198 and live in Unity and Godly Love. and live in Unity and Godly Love. cc vvi p-acp n1 cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 14
199 Let us also pray more particularly for our own Jerusalem, our own Church and Kingdom, as our Royal Psalmist did for his in the Words of my Text; Peace be within thy Walls: Let us also pray more particularly for our own Jerusalem, our own Church and Kingdom, as our Royal Psalmist did for his in the Words of my Text; Peace be within thy Walls: vvb pno12 av vvi av-dc av-j p-acp po12 d np1, po12 d n1 cc n1, p-acp po12 j n1 vdd p-acp po31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1; n1 vbb p-acp po21 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 14
200 and Prosperity, or Plenteousness, within thy Palaces. FINIS. and Prosperity, or Plenteousness, within thy Palaces. FINIS. cc n1, cc n1, p-acp po21 n2. fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 14

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64 0 Luke 12.53. Lycia 12.53. av crd.
67 0 Matth. 12.25. Or 34. Matthew 12.25. Or 34. np1 crd. cc crd
71 0 Eph. 2.19. Ephesians 2.19. np1 crd.
74 0 Gen. 13.8. Gen. 13.8. np1 crd.
77 0 Gen. 45.24. Gen. 45.24. np1 crd.
80 0 Luke 10.6. Luke 10.6. np1 crd.
82 0 Mark 9. 5• Rom. 12.18. Mark 9. 5• Rom. 12.18. vvb crd. n1 np1 crd.
87 0 1 Cor. 11.18.1 Cor. 3.4. 1 Cor. 1.12. 1 Cor. 11.18.1 Cor. 3.4. 1 Cor. 1.12. vvn np1 crd np1 crd. crd np1 crd.
89 0 1 Cor. 3.3. 1 Cor. 3.3. vvn np1 crd.
130 0 Psal. 46.9. Psalm 46.9. np1 crd.
134 0 Isa. 2.4. Isaiah 2.4. np1 crd.
137 0 Isa. 45.7. Isaiah 45.7. np1 crd.
154 0 Acts 4.32. Acts 4.32. vvz crd.
155 0 Acts 2.44, 46. Acts 2.44, 46. vvz crd, crd
158 0 Judg. 5.15. Judges 5.15. np1 crd.
177 0 Heb. 13.17. Hebrew 13.17. np1 crd.
177 1 2 Cor. 13.11. Eph. 4.4. 2 Cor. 13.11. Ephesians 4.4. crd np1 crd. np1 crd.
189 0 Deut. 28.49. Deuteronomy 28.49. np1 crd.
193 0 Prov. 16.7. Curae 16.7. np1 crd.