Ekdikēsis or A discourse of vengeance Delivered in a sermon preached at Dorchester, at the assizes holden there for the county of Dorset, March. 4. 1663. By Henry Glover rector of Shroton.

Glover, Henry, b. 1624 or 5
Publisher: printed for Henry Brome And are to be sold by William Churchill Book seller in Dorchester
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1664
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A42869 ESTC ID: R217417 STC ID: G889B
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 NONLATINALPHABET OR A DISCOURSE OF Vengeance, ROM. 12. 19. Dearly beloved, Avenge not your selves, but rather give place unto wrath; OR A DISCOURSE OF Vengeance, ROM. 12. 19. Dearly Beloved, Avenge not your selves, but rather give place unto wrath; cc dt n1 pp-f n1, np1. crd crd av-jn vvn, vvb xx po22 n2, cc-acp av-c vvb n1 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 for it is written, Vengeance is mine, I will repay, saith the Lord. for it is written, Vengeance is mine, I will repay, Says the Lord. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, n1 vbz png11, pns11 vmb vvi, vvz dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 MAn is a middle Creature betwixt an Angel and a Beast. In respect of his soul, and those Noble Intellectual Endowments, which make him capable of Grace and vertue here, MAn is a middle Creature betwixt an Angel and a Beast. In respect of his soul, and those Noble Intellectual Endowments, which make him capable of Grace and virtue Here, n1 vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d j j n2, r-crq vvb pno31 j pp-f n1 cc n1 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 and of Glory and Immortality hereafter, he comes near to the nature of Angels. But then in respect of his Body, he partakes as much of the nature of Beasts; The matter the same, the Concupiscible and Irascible Faculties common to both, which (if not regulated by better Principles then the School of Nature affordeth) make him as greedily to hunt after sensual satisfaction, and as eagerly oppose what ever stands in the way of that pursuit, as any Beast whatsoever. and of Glory and Immortality hereafter, he comes near to the nature of Angels. But then in respect of his Body, he partakes as much of the nature of Beasts; The matter the same, the Concupiscible and Irascible Faculties Common to both, which (if not regulated by better Principles then the School of Nature affords) make him as greedily to hunt After sensual satisfaction, and as eagerly oppose what ever Stands in the Way of that pursuit, as any Beast whatsoever. cc pp-f n1 cc n1 av, pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. p-acp av p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2; dt n1 dt d, dt j cc j n2 j p-acp d, r-crq (cs xx vvn p-acp jc n2 cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz) vvb pno31 c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, cc c-acp av-j vvi r-crq av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp d n1 r-crq. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
4 Hence Clemens Alexandrinus calls mankind NONLATINALPHABET, the wildest of all Beasts, which the Divine voice of the Heavenly Charmer is onely able to make Tame. Hence Clemens Alexandrian calls mankind, the Wildest of all Beasts, which the Divine voice of the Heavenly Charmer is only able to make Tame. av np1 np1 vvz n1, dt js pp-f d n2, r-crq dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
5 And St. Basil compares Revenge to the Fighting of Dogs; one Dog barks at his fellow, the next bites him for barking, And Saint Basil compares Revenge to the Fighting of Dogs; one Dog barks At his fellow, the next bites him for barking, cc n1 np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2; crd n1 n2 p-acp po31 n1, dt ord vvz pno31 p-acp vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
6 and in a little Time all the Dogs in the parish are together by the Ears. and in a little Time all the Dogs in the parish Are together by the Ears. cc p-acp dt j n1 d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr av p-acp dt n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
7 The Apostle pursues the same Metaphor when he calls it Biting and Devouring one another, Gal. 5. 15. If ye bite and devour one another, take heed yee be not consumed one of another. The Apostle pursues the same Metaphor when he calls it Biting and Devouring one Another, Gal. 5. 15. If you bite and devour one Another, take heed ye be not consumed one of Another. dt n1 vvz dt d n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 j-vvg cc j-vvg pi j-jn, np1 crd crd cs pn22 vvb cc vvi pi j-jn, vvb n1 pn22 vbb xx vvn crd pp-f n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 And this gave occasion to that Fancy of the Poet, that when Prometheus made man (having spent all his skill before in the framing of other Creatures) he was fain to patch him up, by taking a Piece of one, And this gave occasion to that Fancy of the Poet, that when Prometheus made man (having spent all his skill before in the framing of other Creatures) he was fain to patch him up, by taking a Piece of one, cc d vvd n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, cst c-crq np1 vvn n1 (vhg vvn d po31 n1 a-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f j-jn n2) pns31 vbds av-j p-acp vvb pno31 a-acp, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f crd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
9 and a Piece of another, and among the Rest, he gave him a Lions Heart. Hence that proneness to Anger, which is nothing else but Ʋlciscendi Libido, saith St. Austine, a Desire to be revenged; and a Piece of Another, and among the Rest, he gave him a Lions Heart. Hence that proneness to Anger, which is nothing Else but Ʋlciscendi Libido, Says Saint Augustine, a Desire to be revenged; cc dt n1 pp-f n-jn, cc p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd pno31 dt n2 n1. av cst n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbz pix av cc-acp fw-la fw-la, vvz n1 np1, dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
10 and that pleasure which men are apt to take in Revenge, that same NONLATINALPHABET, or Rendring of Evill for Evill, which is the Exercise of wrath; and that pleasure which men Are apt to take in Revenge, that same, or Rendering of Evil for Evil, which is the Exercise of wrath; cc d n1 r-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst d, cc vvg pp-f j-jn c-acp n-jn, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
11 and a sin that gives such a kind of Pleasure and satisfaction to malice, as scratching doth to one that hath the Itch; it affords a present Delight though he be the sorer for it afterward. and a since that gives such a kind of Pleasure and satisfaction to malice, as scratching does to one that hath the Itch; it affords a present Delight though he be the Sorer for it afterwards. cc dt n1 cst vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, c-acp vvg vdz p-acp pi cst vhz dt vvb; pn31 vvz dt j n1 cs pns31 vbb dt jc p-acp pn31 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
12 O that we had of his Flesh, we cannot be satisfied, say they in Job 31. 31. as if nothing could content them, Oh that we had of his Flesh, we cannot be satisfied, say they in Job 31. 31. as if nothing could content them, uh cst pns12 vhd pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vmbx vbi vvn, vvb pns32 p-acp n1 crd crd c-acp cs pix vmd vvi pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
13 but a Lion-like Rage, to tear in pieces him whom they hated. but a Lion-like Rage, to tear in Pieces him whom they hated. cc-acp dt av-j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pno31 ro-crq pns32 vvd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
14 Thus is Revenge in Mankind a sin of that Impetuosity and violence, that it hath employed the wisest Men in all ages (and all too little) to set bounds to it. Thus is Revenge in Mankind a since of that Impetuosity and violence, that it hath employed the Wisest Men in all ages (and all too little) to Set bounds to it. av vbz n1 p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, cst pn31 vhz vvn dt js n2 p-acp d n2 (cc d av j) pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
15 1. The Heathen Philosophers did something that way. 1. The Heathen Philosophers did something that Way. crd dt j-jn n2 vdd pi cst n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 Aristotle tells us in his Ethicks that it is better NONLATINALPHABET, to suffer injury then do it. Aristotle tells us in his Ethics that it is better, to suffer injury then do it. np1 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 n2 cst pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vvi n1 av vdb pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
17 And he gives this solid Reason for it, Because to do wrong is an Effect of Improbity, but to suffer it patiently the Fruit of Vertue. Plato goes farther (as Origen cites him against Celsus ) and forbids not onely to do an injury, And he gives this solid Reason for it, Because to do wrong is an Effect of Improbity, but to suffer it patiently the Fruit of Virtue. Plato Goes farther (as Origen cites him against Celsus) and forbids not only to do an injury, cc pns31 vvz d j n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp pc-acp vdi n-jn vbz dt vvb pp-f n1, p-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 vvz av-jc (c-acp np1 vvz pno31 p-acp np1) cc vvz xx av-j pc-acp vdi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
18 but to revenge an injury done. but to revenge an injury done. cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 vdn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
19 But these Philosophers differing sometimes from themselves, and being contradicted by each other, some making Revenge the Lawfull Issue of fortitude, as others did patient suffering the Product of meekness, their Doctrine took no more effect, But these Philosophers differing sometime from themselves, and being contradicted by each other, Some making Revenge the Lawful Issue of fortitude, as Others did patient suffering the Product of meekness, their Doctrine took no more Effect, p-acp d n2 vvg av p-acp px32, cc vbg vvd p-acp d n-jn, d vvg n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2-jn vdd j n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, po32 n1 vvd dx dc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
20 then the several Tempers and dispositions it met withall would allow it; then the several Tempers and dispositions it met withal would allow it; cs dt j n2 cc n2 pn31 vvd av vmd vvi pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
21 the Angry man finding enough in them to justify his Revenge, as well as the Meek man to content and satisfy his Patience. the Angry man finding enough in them to justify his Revenge, as well as the Meek man to content and satisfy his Patience. dt j n1 vvg d p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
22 2. Moses the mouth of God to the Israelites and therefore the Ablest, the meekest man upon Earth ( Num. 12. 3.) and therefore the Fittest to supresse, the sin of Revenge, layes down more punctuall Precepts to this purpose, Levit. 19. 17, 18. Thou shalt not hate thy Brother in thine Heart; 2. Moses the Mouth of God to the Israelites and Therefore the Ablest, the Meekest man upon Earth (Num. 12. 3.) and Therefore the Fittest to supresse, the since of Revenge, lays down more punctual Precepts to this purpose, Levit. 19. 17, 18. Thou shalt not hate thy Brother in thine Heart; crd np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt np1 cc av dt js, dt js n1 p-acp n1 (np1 crd crd) cc av dt js pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz a-acp av-dc j n2 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
23 thou shalt not avenge nor bear any grudge against the Children of thy people; but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self, I am the Lord. thou shalt not avenge nor bear any grudge against the Children of thy people; but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self, I am the Lord. pns21 vm2 xx vvi ccx vvi d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1; cc-acp pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, pns11 vbm dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
24 Now this being a Law stampt with Gods own Authority, and of Divine Revellation, was likely to have had better Effects, Now this being a Law stamped with God's own authority, and of Divine Revelation, was likely to have had better Effects, av d vbg dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 d n1, cc pp-f j-jn n1, vbds j pc-acp vhi vhn jc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
25 then what was onely the Product of Naturall Light, and had nothing but the bare word of a Philosopher to support it against the unruly Passions of men. then what was only the Product of Natural Light, and had nothing but the bore word of a Philosopher to support it against the unruly Passion of men. av q-crq vbds av-j dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc vhd pix cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
26 But there were two things especially which hindered the desired successe of that Law. First the Jews looking upon none as their Brother or neighbour, but onely a Jew. But there were two things especially which hindered the desired success of that Law. First the jews looking upon none as their Brother or neighbour, but only a Jew. p-acp a-acp vbdr crd n2 av-j r-crq vvd dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d n1. ord dt np2 vvg p-acp pix p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, cc-acp av-j dt np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
27 And secondly the Pharises corrupt Gloss upon that Text of the Law, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self, which they Expounded, Thou shall love thy neighbour, and hate thine Enemy. And secondly the Pharisees corrupt Gloss upon that Text of the Law, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self, which they Expounded, Thou shall love thy neighbour, and hate thine Enemy. cc ord dt np1 j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, r-crq pns32 vvn, pns21 vmb vvi po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
28 Mat. 5. 43. By the first of these all mankind (beside a Jew or a Proselite ) was cut off from any Benefit by that Law; Mathew 5. 43. By the First of these all mankind (beside a Jew or a Proselyte) was Cut off from any Benefit by that Law; np1 crd crd p-acp dt ord pp-f d d n1 (p-acp dt np1 cc dt n1) vbds vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
29 and by the second, the Jews themselves (too prone to Revenge) were taught so to interpret it as their Duty, to performe any such civilites to an Enemy, although a Jew. and by the second, the jews themselves (too prove to Revenge) were taught so to interpret it as their Duty, to perform any such civilites to an Enemy, although a Jew. cc p-acp dt ord, dt np2 px32 (av j p-acp n1) vbdr vvn av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi d d n2 p-acp dt n1, cs dt np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
30 3. But Jesus Christ the great shepheard of the sheep; 3. But jesus christ the great shepherd of the sheep; crd p-acp np1 np1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
31 whose businesse into the world was to pull down the partition Wall, to make the whole world one great Fraternity, one common sheepfold, began this great work in his Sermon upon the Mount ( Mat 5.) which laying down more pressing, more particular and more extensive Precepts, whose business into the world was to pull down the partition Wall, to make the Whole world one great Fraternity, one Common sheepfold, began this great work in his Sermon upon the Mount (Mathew 5.) which laying down more pressing, more particular and more extensive Precepts, rg-crq n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 crd j n1, pi j vvi, vvd d j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 (n1 crd) r-crq vvg a-acp av-dc vvg, av-dc j cc av-dc j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
32 for Bearing of wrongs Loving of Enemies, and Doing good for Evil, then ever the world before was acquainted withal, for Bearing of wrongs Loving of Enemies, and Doing good for Evil, then ever the world before was acquainted withal, c-acp vvg pp-f n2-jn vvg pp-f n2, cc vdg j p-acp n-jn, av av dt n1 a-acp vbds vvn av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
33 And the Apostles who followed after, treading in their Masters steps; pressed nothing more frequently, then an holy Amnesty of injuries, and forgiving of Enemies; And the Apostles who followed After, treading in their Masters steps; pressed nothing more frequently, then an holy Amnesty of injuries, and forgiving of Enemies; cc dt n2 r-crq vvd a-acp, vvg p-acp po32 n2 n2; vvd pix av-dc av-j, cs dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc j-vvg pp-f n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
34 looking upon no vice so universally opposite to Christianity as Anger and Revenge. Among the many Precepts and Exhortations to this purpose, this is one that I have now read unto you, Dearly Beloved, avenge not your selves, looking upon no vice so universally opposite to Christianity as Anger and Revenge. Among the many Precepts and Exhortations to this purpose, this is one that I have now read unto you, Dearly beloved, avenge not your selves, vvg p-acp dx n1 av av-j j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1. p-acp dt d n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1, d vbz pi cst pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp pn22, av-jn vvn, vvb xx po22 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
35 but rather give place unto wrath; for it is written, &c. but rather give place unto wrath; for it is written, etc. cc-acp av-c vvb n1 p-acp n1; p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, av (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
36 In which words you may observe two general parts, viz. A Prohibition, and A Proof. The Prohibition in the former part of the Text, Dearly Beloved, Avenge not your selves, but rather &c: In which words you may observe two general parts, viz. A Prohibition, and A Proof. The Prohibition in the former part of the Text, Dearly beloved, Avenge not your selves, but rather etc.: p-acp r-crq n2 pn22 vmb vvi crd j n2, n1 dt n1, cc dt n1. dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, av-jn vvn, vvb xx po22 n2, cc-acp av-c av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
37 The proof in the following words, For it is written Vengeance is mine, I will repay, saith the Lord. The proof in the following words, For it is written Vengeance is mine, I will repay, Says the Lord. dt n1 p-acp dt vvg n2, p-acp pn31 vbz vvn n1 vbz png11, pns11 vmb vvi, vvz dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
38 In the first of these you may be pleased to observe. In the First of these you may be pleased to observe. p-acp dt ord pp-f d pn22 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
39 1. A Compellation by way of Preface, Dearly Beloved, significans Vindictam dilectione repugnare, saith Aretius. The Apostle being with this Compellation, to insinuate into them, that the great duty of Christians is to love one another, as Christ loved them, with which the sin of Revenge is utterly inconsistent. 1. A Compellation by Way of Preface, Dearly beloved, significans Vindictam dilectione repugnare, Says Aretius. The Apostle being with this Compellation, to insinuate into them, that the great duty of Christians is to love one Another, as christ loved them, with which the since of Revenge is utterly inconsistent. crd dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av-jn vvn, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz np1. dt n1 vbg p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cst dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, p-acp np1 vvd pno32, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz av-j j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
40 You loose that Noble Title of Beloved if you study Revenge. 2. The Prohibition it self, Avenge not your selves. You lose that Noble Title of beloved if you study Revenge. 2. The Prohibition it self, Avenge not your selves. pn22 vvb d j n1 pp-f vvn cs pn22 vvb n1. crd dt n1 pn31 n1, vvb xx po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
41 Revenge indeed is solatium doloris as Tertullian calls it; Revenge indeed is solatium doloris as Tertullian calls it; n1 av vbz fw-la fw-la p-acp np1 vvz pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
42 but withall, it is De alieno malo, saith St. Austin; A kind of solacing our own sorrows in another mans misery. but withal, it is De alieno Malo, Says Saint Austin; A kind of solacing our own sorrows in Another men misery. cc-acp av, pn31 vbz fw-fr fw-la fw-la, vvz n1 np1; dt n1 pp-f vvg po12 d n2 p-acp j-jn ng1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
43 And how unsuitable is this to those that are Members of the same Body? The Hand doth not rejoice if the Foot be broken, And how unsuitable is this to those that Are Members of the same Body? The Hand does not rejoice if the Foot be broken, cc c-crq j vbz d p-acp d cst vbr n2 pp-f dt d n1? dt n1 vdz xx vvi cs dt n1 vbb vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
44 nor the Foot glory if the Eye be put out. Remember what you are, and avenge not your selves. nor the Foot glory if the Eye be put out. remember what you Are, and avenge not your selves. ccx dt n1 n1 cs dt vvb vbb vvn av. np1 r-crq pn22 vbr, cc vvb xx po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
45 3. A Remedy or Direction, which is to be used instead of Revenge, But rather give place unto wrath. 3. A Remedy or Direction, which is to be used instead of Revenge, But rather give place unto wrath. crd dt n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f n1, p-acp av-c vvb n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
46 Either first, to the wrath of man, by yeilding to it, and endevouring to appease it; Either First, to the wrath of man, by yielding to it, and endeavouring to appease it; d ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pn31, cc vvg pc-acp vvi pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
47 for A soft answer turneth away wrath, but grieveous words stir up anger, Proverbs 15. 1. When two Flints strike together Fire comes out, for A soft answer turns away wrath, but grievous words stir up anger, Proverbs 15. 1. When two Flints strike together Fire comes out, c-acp dt j n1 vvz av n1, cc-acp j n2 vvb a-acp n1, n2 crd crd c-crq crd n2 vvb av vvb vvz av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
48 but strike a Flint against Wool it will not do so. but strike a Flint against Wool it will not do so. cc-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 pn31 vmb xx vdi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
49 Or else, Give place un•o wrath, that is, to the wrath of God, by referring the whole matter to his Decision. Or Else, Give place un•o wrath, that is, to the wrath of God, by referring the Whole matter to his Decision. cc av, vvb n1 av n1, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
50 And this brings in the Proof, the second part of my Text; where observe again. 1. Gods Prerogative, Vengeance is mine. And this brings in the Proof, the second part of my Text; where observe again. 1. God's Prerogative, Vengeance is mine. cc d vvz p-acp dt n1, dt ord n1 pp-f po11 n1; q-crq vvb av. crd npg1 n1, n1 vbz png11. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
51 The place is in Deut. 32. 35. To me belongeth Vengeance and Recompence. God claims it as his Right, we must not meddle with it. The place is in Deuteronomy 32. 35. To me belongeth Vengeance and Recompense. God claims it as his Right, we must not meddle with it. dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp pno11 vvz n1 cc n1. np1 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n-jn, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
52 For to rob God of his Prerogative-Rights, is the Highest sort of Sacriledge. You may as justly, For to rob God of his Prerogative-Rights, is the Highest sort of Sacrilege. You may as justly, p-acp pc-acp vvi np1 pp-f po31 j, vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1. pn22 vmb a-acp av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
53 though not as easily rob him of his Thunder. Vengeance is mine (saith God) touch it not. though not as Easily rob him of his Thunder. Vengeance is mine (Says God) touch it not. cs xx p-acp av-j vvi pno31 pp-f po31 vvb. n1 vbz png11 (vvz np1) vvb pn31 xx. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
54 2. Gods promise, I will repay, saith the Lord. This is to prevent an objection. 2. God's promise, I will repay, Says the Lord. This is to prevent an objection. crd npg1 n1, pns11 vmb vvi, vvz dt n1. d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
55 Perhaps (may the Angry man say) God will never mind the business so far, as to do me Right; Perhaps (may the Angry man say) God will never mind the business so Far, as to do me Right; av (n1 dt j n1 vvz) np1 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 av av-j, c-acp pc-acp vdi pno11 n-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
56 and then, Mihi permisiss•e debnerat, si ipse non praestat, (as Tertullian heightens the objection) God should suffer me to do that, which he never intends to do himself. and then, Mihi permisiss•e debnerat, si ipse non praestat, (as Tertullian heightens the objection) God should suffer me to do that, which he never intends to do himself. cc av, fw-la vbi j, fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la, (c-acp np1 vvz dt n1) np1 vmd vvi pno11 pc-acp vdi d, r-crq pns31 av-x vvz pc-acp vdi px31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
57 Yes, saith God, I will do thee Right, fear not; for Vengeance is mine, I will repay, saith the Lord. Yes, Says God, I will do thee Right, Fear not; for Vengeance is mine, I will repay, Says the Lord. uh, vvz np1, pns11 vmb vdi pno21 av-jn, vvb xx; c-acp n1 vbz png11, pns11 vmb vvi, vvz dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
58 The words being thus opened, that you may see the Inside of them, I must now crave leave in the handling of them, to tread in a Method a little unusual to my self, viz: The words being thus opened, that you may see the Inside of them, I must now crave leave in the handling of them, to tread in a Method a little unusual to my self, videlicet: dt n2 vbg av vvd, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt av-an pp-f pno32, pns11 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt j j p-acp po11 n1, av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
59 First, to observe the first Rise and spring of Revenge, as it issues clear as Chrystal out of the Throne of God. First, to observe the First Rise and spring of Revenge, as it issues clear as Crystal out of the Throne of God. ord, pc-acp vvi dt ord vvi cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz j c-acp n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
60 Secondly, to trace it down through the several Chanells and Currents of Magistracy, where it runs still clear, Secondly, to trace it down through the several Channels and Currents of Magistracy, where it runs still clear, ord, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vvz av j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
61 unlesse it be troubled by some unjust, and indirect Courses. unless it be troubled by Some unjust, and indirect Courses. cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp d j, cc j vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
62 And last of all, to see how this clear water becomes a very puddle, when once it is mudied by the unclean Feet of the multitude. And last of all, to see how this clear water becomes a very puddle, when once it is mudied by the unclean Feet of the multitude. cc ord pp-f d, pc-acp vvi c-crq d j n1 vvz dt j n1, c-crq a-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
63 Briefly, we shall see these Three things; Briefly, we shall see these Three things; av-j, pns12 vmb vvi d crd n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
64 1. How Vengeance is Gods Prerogative. 2. How it is the Magistrates Duty. 3. How it is the Peoples Sin. 1. How Vengeance is God's Prerogative. 2. How it is the Magistrates Duty. 3. How it is the Peoples Sin. crd q-crq n1 vbz ng1 n1. crd c-crq pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1. crd c-crq pn31 vbz dt ng1 np1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
65 1. Vengeance is Gods Prerogative. Here he claims it; Vengeance is mine, saith the Lord. God is primarily and originally the Revenger, and none but he. 1. Vengeance is God's Prerogative. Here he claims it; Vengeance is mine, Says the Lord. God is primarily and originally the Revenger, and none but he. crd n1 vbz npg1 n1. av pns31 vvz pn31; n1 vbz png11, vvz dt n1. np1 vbz av-j cc av-j dt n1, cc pi cc-acp pns31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
66 Nor hath any Person whatsoever an NONLATINALPHABET, or self-terminated power to take away Life, but onely he that hath power to give Life. Nor hath any Person whatsoever an, or self-terminated power to take away Life, but only he that hath power to give Life. ccx vhz d n1 r-crq dt, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi av n1, cc-acp av-j pns31 cst vhz n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
67 And as this is Gods Prerogative, so he held it a long time in his own hands; And as this is God's Prerogative, so he held it a long time in his own hands; cc c-acp d vbz npg1 n1, av pns31 vvd pn31 dt j n1 p-acp po31 d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
68 nor doth it appear that ever the sword of Justice was drawn, or any Capitall punishment inflicted till after the Floud, which was above 1600 years at least after the Creation. nor does it appear that ever the sword of justice was drawn, or any Capital punishment inflicted till After the Flood, which was above 1600 Years At least After the Creation. ccx vdz pn31 vvi cst av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, cc d j n1 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds p-acp crd n2 p-acp ds p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
69 Adhuc enim videbatur Nefas, quamvis malos, tamen Homines, supplicio capitis afficere, saith Lactantius; For as yet it seemed an Heinous thing to put any man to Death, Adhoc enim Videbatur Nefas, Quamvis Malos, tamen Homines, Supplicio capitis afficere, Says Lactantius; For as yet it seemed an Heinous thing to put any man to Death, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz np1; p-acp c-acp av pn31 vvd dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
70 though he were a wicked man. though he were a wicked man. cs pns31 vbdr dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
71 When Cain had killed his Brother, God himself took the Judgement seat, arraigned, endited, and pronounced sentence against him, When Cain had killed his Brother, God himself took the Judgement seat, arraigned, endited, and pronounced sentence against him, c-crq np1 vhd vvn po31 n1, np1 px31 vvd dt n1 n1, vvn, vvn, cc vvd n1 p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
72 as the onely Revenger of Bloud. Nor was that the sentence of Death, but he was condemned to be a Vagabond and Runagate upon the Earth, pursued by the Furies of his own guilty Conscience; as the only Revenger of Blood. Nor was that the sentence of Death, but he was condemned to be a Vagabond and Runagate upon the Earth, pursued by the Furies of his own guilty Conscience; c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. ccx vbds d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
73 which God appointed to be his executioners for that sin. which God appointed to be his executioners for that since. r-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vbi po31 n2 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
74 Whence Fagius and Munster have both given their Opinion, that before the Floud no mans life was taken away by the Hand of Justice; Whence Fagius and Munster have both given their Opinion, that before the Flood no men life was taken away by the Hand of justice; q-crq np1 cc np1 vhb av-d vvn po32 n1, cst p-acp dt n1 av-dx ng1 n1 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
75 the greatest punishment that we find inflicted on the greatest Malefactor, being only Banishment and Excomunication from the Church, which (in the defect of a more severe Punishment) was accompanied with the Terors of God upon the soul. the greatest punishment that we find inflicted on the greatest Malefactor, being only Banishment and Excommunication from the Church, which (in the defect of a more severe Punishment) was accompanied with the Terors of God upon the soul. dt js n1 cst pns12 vvb vvn p-acp dt js n1, vbg av-j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-dc j n1) vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
76 So that though the Poets Fiction of the Golden Age was but a Fiction in this, that he thought there were no Injuries nor Outrages that deserved Death commited during that time; So that though the Poets Fiction of the Golden Age was but a Fiction in this, that he Thought there were no Injuries nor Outrages that deserved Death committed during that time; av cst cs dt n2 n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, cst pns31 vvd a-acp vbdr dx n2 cc n2 cst vvd n1 vvn p-acp d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
77 Sponte sua sine Lege Fidem Rectumque colebant: Sponte sua sine Lege Fidem Rectumque colebant: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
78 yet it holds true enough in the other part, Nec supplex Turba timebat Judicis ora sui, sed erant sine Iudice tuti. yet it holds true enough in the other part, Nec supplex Turba timebat Judges ora sui, sed Erant sine Iudice tuti. av pn31 vvz j av-d p-acp dt j-jn n1, fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
79 There was no standing authorized Judge, to punish such crimes with death. There was no standing authorized Judge, to Punish such crimes with death. pc-acp vbds dx vvg vvd n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
80 And thus stood the Case in that first Age of the world, till after the Floud: And thus stood the Case in that First Age of the world, till After the Flood: cc av vvd dt n1 p-acp d ord n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
81 God as the supreme Revenger kept the sword in his own hand, and did not communicate his power with any Creaturae whatsoever. God as the supreme Revenger kept the sword in his own hand, and did not communicate his power with any Creaturae whatsoever. np1 p-acp dt j n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc vdd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp d np1 r-crq. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
82 And so Vengeance is Gods Prerogative; which was my first particular. And so Vengeance is God's Prerogative; which was my First particular. cc av n1 vbz ng1 n1; r-crq vbds po11 ord j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
83 2. Yet now, it is become the Magistrates Duty, and that by vertue of a Delegation or Deputation from God himself, Gen. 9. 6. Who so shedeth mans bloud, by man shall his Bloud be shed, 2. Yet now, it is become the Magistrates Duty, and that by virtue of a Delegation or Deputation from God himself, Gen. 9. 6. Who so sheddeth men blood, by man shall his Blood be shed, crd av av, pn31 vbz vvn dt n2 n1, cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 px31, np1 crd crd r-crq av vvz ng1 n1, p-acp n1 vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
84 for in the Image of God made he Man. By man shall his bloud be shed; for in the Image of God made he Man. By man shall his blood be shed; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pns31 n1 p-acp n1 vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
85 not by every man not by any man that will, not by a private man, but by the Magistrate. The word Man is here put by way of Eminency, to signify Egregium prae Caeteris atque eximium Virum, an extraordinary Man. And for the manner of executin• Justice in the sheding of such guilty Bloud, the Chaldee Paraphrase gives us a light, which reads that Text thus, Cum Testibus ex sententia Judicis fundetur sanguis ejus, His Bloud shall be shed by the sentence of a Judge, upon the Deposition of witnesses. not by every man not by any man that will, not by a private man, but by the Magistrate. The word Man is Here put by Way of Eminency, to signify Egregium Prae Caeteris atque eximium Virum, an extraordinary Man. And for the manner of executin• justice in the shedding of such guilty Blood, the Chaldee paraphrase gives us a Light, which reads that Text thus, Cum Testibus ex sententia Judges fundetur sanguis His, His Blood shall be shed by the sentence of a Judge, upon the Deposition of Witnesses. xx p-acp d n1 xx p-acp d n1 cst vmb, xx p-acp dt j n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1. dt n1 n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt j n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j n1, dt np1 n1 vvz pno12 dt n1, r-crq vvz d n1 av, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
86 Whereupon Munster affirmes of that Text, that it is Fons ex quo manat totum jus civile, & jus Gentium; Whereupon Munster affirms of that Text, that it is Fons ex quo manat totum jus civil, & jus Gentium; c-crq np1 vvz pp-f d n1, cst pn31 vbz np1 fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la j, cc fw-la fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
87 The Fountain from whence all our Civil, and National Laws do flow. The Fountain from whence all our Civil, and National Laws do flow. dt n1 p-acp c-crq d po12 j, cc j n2 vdb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
88 It being not to be questioned, but God hath put the power of smaller Controversies into their Hands, into whose hands he hath put the power of life and Death; It being not to be questioned, but God hath put the power of smaller Controversies into their Hands, into whose hands he hath put the power of life and Death; pn31 vbg xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f jc n2 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp rg-crq n2 pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
89 And whatsoever bloud is thus deservedly shed, Non est effusio sanguinis, sed Legum Ministerium saith St. Hierome, is not Murther but Justice. And whatsoever blood is thus deservedly shed, Non est Effusio Blood, sed Legume Ministerium Says Saint Jerome, is not Murder but justice. cc r-crq n1 vbz av av-vvn vvn, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la vvz n1 np1, vbz xx n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
90 Such bloud hath no voice, as the Bloud of Abel had, but having nothing to plead for it self, is dumb and quiet. Such blood hath no voice, as the Blood of Abel had, but having nothing to plead for it self, is dumb and quiet. d n1 vhz dx n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd, cc-acp vhg pix pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 n1, vbz j cc j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
91 Guilty Bloud, let out by the hand of Justice for the preservation of the Body politique, makes no more noise in the Eares of God, Guilty Blood, let out by the hand of justice for the preservation of the Body politic, makes no more noise in the Ears of God, j n1, vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j, vvz av-dx dc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
92 then the Bloud that's let out of a vein by the hand of a skilful Phisician, for the preservation of the Body Natural. And thus you see how the Magistrate comes to be a Revenger; God hath put him into his own seat, then the Blood that's let out of a vein by the hand of a skilful physician, for the preservation of the Body Natural. And thus you see how the Magistrate comes to be a Revenger; God hath put him into his own seat, cs dt n1 cst|vbz vvn av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j. cc av pn22 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1; np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp po31 d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
93 and put his own sword into his hand, to execute that Vengeance which before he executed himself. and put his own sword into his hand, to execute that Vengeance which before he executed himself. cc vvd po31 d n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq a-acp pns31 vvn px31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
94 And that this is so, beside what hath been already said, may be further proved by our Apostle himself; And that this is so, beside what hath been already said, may be further proved by our Apostle himself; cc cst d vbz av, p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av vvn, vmb vbi av-jc vvn p-acp po12 n1 px31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
95 who though in the Text he brings in God laying claim to Vengeance as his peculiar, who though in the Text he brings in God laying claim to Vengeance as his peculiar, r-crq cs p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1 vvg n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
96 yet within six or seven verses after ( Rom. 13. 4.) he tells us, that the Magistrate is the Minister of God, a REVENGER to execute wrath upon him that doth evil. yet within six or seven Verses After (Rom. 13. 4.) he tells us, that the Magistrate is the Minister of God, a REVENGER to execute wrath upon him that does evil. av p-acp crd cc crd n2 p-acp (np1 crd crd) pns31 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f np1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 cst vdz av-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
97 Now certainly (as Grotius observes) the holy Ghost would not speak Contradictions; and therefore the Text must be necessarily understood of Private Revenge, executed by private Persons •plendi doloris causa to gratify their own malice, not of Vindictive Justice, which the Magistrate, who is Gods deputy, doth in his Name, and by his Authority execute. Now Certainly (as Grotius observes) the holy Ghost would not speak Contradictions; and Therefore the Text must be necessarily understood of Private Revenge, executed by private Persons •plendi doloris causa to gratify their own malice, not of Vindictive justice, which the Magistrate, who is God's deputy, does in his Name, and by his authority execute. av av-j (c-acp np1 vvz) dt j n1 vmd xx vvi n2; cc av dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn pp-f j n1, vvn p-acp j n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, xx pp-f j n1, r-crq dt n1, r-crq vbz ng1 n1, vdz p-acp po31 vvb, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
98 And then so sacred is the Name, so uncontrolable the Mouth of Justice, that after the sentence prounounced, No private hand must meddle, no other punishment must be inflicted; And then so sacred is the Name, so uncontrollable the Mouth of justice, that After the sentence prounounced, No private hand must meddle, no other punishment must be inflicted; cc av av j vbz dt vvb, av j dt n1 pp-f n1, cst p-acp dt n1 vvd, dx j n1 vmb vvi, dx j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
99 'tis Felony to kill a Malefactor going to the Gallows. Now God to honour the Magistrate, it's Felony to kill a Malefactor going to the Gallows. Now God to honour the Magistrate, pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n2. av np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
100 and to make him a more fit Representer of his own Majesty on Earth, hath communicated three things to him, which he hath not to others. and to make him a more fit Representer of his own Majesty on Earth, hath communicated three things to him, which he hath not to Others. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 dt av-dc j jc pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp n1, vhz vvn crd n2 p-acp pno31, r-crq pns31 vhz xx p-acp n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
101 1. He hath communicated his own Name to him. 1. He hath communicated his own Name to him. crd pns31 vhz vvn po31 d vvb p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
102 I have said ye are Gods &c. and, Thou shalt not revile the Gods, nor curse the Ruler of the people, Exod. 22 28. It is the observation of Justin Martyr, or whoever was the Author of those Questions and Answers to the Orthodox, which go under his Name, That when ever God appointed an Angel to transact any business in his Name with Mankind, that Angel was, during the time of that Transaction, called by the Name of God himself whom he represented; I have said you Are God's etc. and, Thou shalt not revile the God's, nor curse the Ruler of the people, Exod 22 28. It is the observation of Justin Martyr, or whoever was the Author of those Questions and Answers to the Orthodox, which go under his Name, That when ever God appointed an Angel to transact any business in his Name with Mankind, that Angel was, during the time of that Transaction, called by the Name of God himself whom he represented; pns11 vhb vvn pn22 vbr ng1 av cc, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n2, ccx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 n1, cc r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvb p-acp po31 n1, cst c-crq av np1 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 vvb p-acp n1, cst n1 vbds, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31 ro-crq pns31 vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
103 but as soon as the business was done, he ceased to be called by the Name of God. but as soon as the business was done, he ceased to be called by the Name of God. cc-acp c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbds vdn, pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
104 He instanceth in Gen. 18. 22. where the Angel that talked with Abraham is called Jehovah; and Gen. 32. 30. I have seen God face to face, saith Jacob, when he wrestled with the Angel; He Instanceth in Gen. 18. 22. where the Angel that talked with Abraham is called Jehovah; and Gen. 32. 30. I have seen God face to face, Says Jacob, when he wrestled with the Angel; pns31 vvz p-acp np1 crd crd n1 dt n1 cst vvd p-acp np1 vbz vvn np1; cc np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn np1 n1 p-acp n1, vvz np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
105 and Exodus 23. 20, 21. My name is in him, saith God, of the Angel that he sent before the People of Israel. If any body will contend that those Angels were Christ, let him remember he must contend with the Author of those Questions, not with me. and Exodus 23. 20, 21. My name is in him, Says God, of the Angel that he sent before the People of Israel. If any body will contend that those Angels were christ, let him Remember he must contend with the Author of those Questions, not with me. cc fw-la crd crd, crd po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno31, vvz np1, pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. cs d n1 vmb vvi cst d n2 vbdr np1, vvb pno31 vvi pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, xx p-acp pno11. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
106 And then, he must contend with Grotius too, who justifies that Authors Opinion, and from Heb. 1. 2. where it is said, that God hath in these last days spoken to us by his Son, censures the other opinion with an Errant gaviter &c. They do greatly erre who think that God did so frequently speak to the world in those first days by his Son, before the Incarnation. And then, he must contend with Grotius too, who Justifies that Authors Opinion, and from Hebrew 1. 2. where it is said, that God hath in these last days spoken to us by his Son, censures the other opinion with an Errant gaviter etc. They do greatly err who think that God did so frequently speak to the world in those First days by his Son, before the Incarnation. cc av, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 av, r-crq vvz d ng1 n1, cc p-acp np1 crd crd c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst np1 vhz p-acp d ord n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1 av pns32 vdb av-j vvi r-crq vvb cst np1 vdd av av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d ord n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
107 But (I say) as in these Authors Opinion, God put his own name upon those Angels, whom he employed in some speciall Embassies: So ('tis more clear, that) when God makes choice of a Man to supply his own Room in Judging the People, But (I say) as in these Authors Opinion, God put his own name upon those Angels, whom he employed in Some special Embassies: So (it's more clear, that) when God makes choice of a Man to supply his own Room in Judging the People, cc-acp (pns11 vvb) c-acp p-acp d ng1 n1, np1 vvd po31 d n1 p-acp d n2, ro-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d j n2: av (pn31|vbz dc j, cst) c-crq np1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
108 and executing Vengeance, he cloaths him with his own Titles, puts his own name upon him, during the Time of his Magistracy. So that when God saith, Ye are Gods, the meaning is (saith the same Father) NONLATINALPHABET, I have conferred mine own Honour, Dignity, Order, and Name upon you; and executing Vengeance, he clothes him with his own Titles, puts his own name upon him, during the Time of his Magistracy. So that when God Says, You Are God's, the meaning is (Says the same Father), I have conferred mine own Honour, Dignity, Order, and Name upon you; cc vvg n1, pns31 n2 pno31 p-acp po31 d n2, vvz po31 d n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. av cst c-crq np1 vvz, pn22 vbr n2, dt n1 vbz (vvz dt d n1), pns11 vhb vvn po11 d n1, n1, n1, cc vvb p-acp pn22; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
109 and therefore Judge you the People, as I my self would judge them. 2. He hath with his Name conferred his own Power and Authority upon the Magistrate; and Therefore Judge you the People, as I my self would judge them. 2. He hath with his Name conferred his own Power and authority upon the Magistrate; cc av vvb pn22 dt n1, c-acp pns11 po11 n1 vmd vvi pno32. crd pns31 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vvd po31 d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
110 so that what he doth justly, God himself doth by him. so that what he does justly, God himself does by him. av cst r-crq pns31 vdz av-j, np1 px31 vdz p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
111 The Magistrate is NONLATINALPHABET, to use St. Chrysostomes words, stamped with Gods own Image, and therefore ought to exercise Gods own Power. Now this stamp or Image of God upon the Magistrate, is not barely that which is yet left of his Image stampt upon Man at the Creation, whereby he is enabled to Rule over the Fish of the Sea, The Magistrate is, to use Saint Chrysostomes words, stamped with God's own Image, and Therefore ought to exercise God's own Power. Now this stamp or Image of God upon the Magistrate, is not barely that which is yet left of his Image stamped upon Man At the Creation, whereby he is enabled to Rule over the Fish of the Sea, dt n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi n1 npg1 n2, vvn p-acp n2 d n1, cc av vmd p-acp vvi n2 d n1. av d vvb cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz xx av-j d r-crq vbz av vvn pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
112 and the Foul of the Aire, and the Beasts of the Field, Gen. 1. 28; nor barely that part of it which sin defaced, and is new stamped again in the Regeneration which is the Image of his holiness, Ephes. 4. 24; but it is more then all this: and the Foul of the Air, and the Beasts of the Field, Gen. 1. 28; nor barely that part of it which sin defaced, and is new stamped again in the Regeneration which is the Image of his holiness, Ephesians 4. 24; but it is more then all this: cc dt j pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd; ccx av-j d n1 pp-f pn31 r-crq vvb vvd, cc vbz j vvn av p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd; cc-acp pn31 vbz dc cs d d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
113 It is the Image of Gods own Authority and superiority, and Government, not onely over Beasts (as the first;) or over the Bestial part (as the second) but over Men. So that whereas every Rational man hath so far the Image of God upon him, It is the Image of God's own authority and superiority, and Government, not only over Beasts (as the First;) or over the Bestial part (as the second) but over Men. So that whereas every Rational man hath so Far the Image of God upon him, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 d n1 cc n1, cc n1, xx av-j p-acp n2 (c-acp dt ord;) cc p-acp dt j n1 (c-acp dt ord) cc-acp p-acp n2. av cst cs d j n1 vhz av av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
114 as to rule over the other works of Gods hands; as to Rule over the other works of God's hands; c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f npg1 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
115 and every Regenerate Man so far, as to rule over himself, and bring into subjection the carnal part, the Magistrate hath a more express image of God upon him, to rule over his Fellow Creature, man himself. and every Regenerate Man so Far, as to Rule over himself, and bring into subjection the carnal part, the Magistrate hath a more express image of God upon him, to Rule over his Fellow Creature, man himself. cc d vvn n1 av av-j, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, cc vvi p-acp n1 dt j n1, dt n1 vhz dt av-dc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 n1, n1 px31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
116 3. Beside his Name and Authority, God hath also communicated his own Throne, his own Tribunal unto the Magistrate; 3. Beside his Name and authority, God hath also communicated his own Throne, his own Tribunal unto the Magistrate; crd p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, np1 vhz av vvn po31 d n1, po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
117 he takes him up into his own seat, and (as Pharaoh did by Joseph ) makes him sit next unto him. he Takes him up into his own seat, and (as Pharaoh did by Joseph) makes him fit next unto him. pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 d n1, cc (c-acp np1 vdd p-acp np1) vvz pno31 vvi ord p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
118 Therefore is the seat of Judgement, called expresly NONLATINALPHABET this place of the Holy, i. e. Therefore is the seat of Judgement, called expressly this place of the Holy, i. e. av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn av-j d n1 pp-f dt j, uh. sy. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
119 The place of God himself, Ecclesia. 8. 10. I saw the wicked buried, who had come and gone from the Place of the Holy. The place of God himself, Ecclesia. 8. 10. I saw the wicked buried, who had come and gone from the Place of the Holy. dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, np1. crd crd pns11 vvd dt j vvn, r-crq vhd vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
120 However, Bad men may sometimes get up into it, yet the place is Gods place, and the Person that lawfully sits there, sits in Gods Room, and the Judgement is Gods Judgement, and the Vengeance he executeth is Gods Vengeance. As Jehosephat said to his Judges, Take heed what you do, However, Bad men may sometime get up into it, yet the place is God's place, and the Person that lawfully sits there, sits in God's Room, and the Judgement is God's Judgement, and the Vengeance he Executeth is God's Vengeance. As Jehoshaphat said to his Judges, Take heed what you do, c-acp, j n2 vmb av vvi a-acp p-acp pn31, av dt n1 vbz npg1 n1, cc dt n1 cst av-j vvz a-acp, vvz p-acp npg1 n1, cc dt n1 vbz n2 n1, cc dt n1 pns31 vvz vbz npg1 n1. p-acp j vvd p-acp po31 n2, vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vdb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
121 for ye judge not for man, but for the Lord, 2 Chro. 19. 6. And so you see my second particular cleared, that though Vengeance be Gods Prerogative, for you judge not for man, but for the Lord, 2 Chro 19. 6. And so you see my second particular cleared, that though Vengeance be God's Prerogative, c-acp pn22 vvb xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cc av pn22 vvb po11 ord j vvn, cst cs n1 vbb npg1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
122 yet it is the Magistrates Duty. Before I go further, give me leave to draw two Corollaries from this second point. yet it is the Magistrates Duty. Before I go further, give me leave to draw two Corollaries from this second point. av pn31 vbz dt n2 n1. c-acp pns11 vvb jc, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi crd n2 p-acp d ord n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
123 1. As we have seen the Lawful power of Vengeance issuing down in an orderly way from the Throne of God; the supreme Magistrate receiving his Commission from Heaven, the Inferiour Magistrates from the supreme, 1. As we have seen the Lawful power of Vengeance issuing down in an orderly Way from the Throne of God; the supreme Magistrate receiving his Commission from Heaven, the Inferior Magistrates from the supreme, crd c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvg a-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; dt j n1 vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1, dt j-jn n2 p-acp dt j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
124 and so downward to the lowest Ministers of Vengeance in a Kingdome: and so downward to the lowest Ministers of Vengeance in a Kingdom: cc av av-j p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
125 so 'tis all the Reason in the world, that the Account for Executing this Power, should ascend upward again, in the same line that it came down. so it's all the Reason in the world, that the Account for Executing this Power, should ascend upward again, in the same line that it Come down. av pn31|vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt vvb p-acp vvg d n1, vmd vvi av-j av, p-acp dt d n1 cst pn31 vvd a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
126 viz. That the subordinate Magistrate should be accountable onely to the superior, the superior to the supreme, the supreme Magistrate on Earth onely to God, viz. That the subordinate Magistrate should be accountable only to the superior, the superior to the supreme, the supreme Magistrate on Earth only to God, n1 cst dt j n1 vmd vbi j av-j p-acp dt j-jn, dt j-jn p-acp dt j, dt j n1 p-acp n1 av-j p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
127 and God, being the supreme both in Heaven and Earth, is accountable for his Actions to none. and God, being the supreme both in Heaven and Earth, is accountable for his Actions to none. cc np1, vbg dt j av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, vbz j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pix. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
128 They that would set up a Plebeian Tribunal, to call their Betters to account, and Execute Vengeance upon their superiours, do endeavour (once again to set the Kingdom upon its Head, with its heels upward and then the next News you hear, 'tis fallen all along upon its Back. They that would Set up a Plebeian Tribunal, to call their Betters to account, and Execute Vengeance upon their superiors, do endeavour (once again to Set the Kingdom upon its Head, with its heels upward and then the next News you hear, it's fallen all along upon its Back. pns32 cst vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2-j pc-acp vvi, cc vvb n1 p-acp po32 n2-jn, vdb vvi (c-acp av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n2 av-j cc av dt ord n1 pn22 vvb, pn31|vbz vvn d a-acp p-acp po31 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
129 2. The Magistrate, sitting in Gods stead to execute Vengeance, ought to behave himself like God, whom he represents; 2. The Magistrate, sitting in God's stead to execute Vengeance, ought to behave himself like God, whom he represents; crd dt n1, vvg p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, pi pc-acp vvi px31 av-j np1, r-crq pns31 vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
130 i. e. to do Justice without Passion, without Partiality, with Pitty and Compassion to the greatest offender. For thus God doth; i. e. to do justice without Passion, without Partiality, with Pity and Compassion to the greatest offender. For thus God does; sy. sy. pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp vvb cc n1 p-acp dt js n1. p-acp av np1 vdz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
131 Anger is not in me saith God, Esai. 27. 4. and when God is said in Scripture to be angry, 'tis but by an Anthropopathy, signifying onely Ʋlciscendi voluntatem, his will to punish. Anger is not in me Says God, Isaiah. 27. 4. and when God is said in Scripture to be angry, it's but by an Anthropopathy, signifying only Ʋlciscendi voluntatem, his will to Punish. n1 vbz xx p-acp pno11 vvz np1, np1. crd crd cc q-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j, pn31|vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvg av-j fw-la fw-la, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
132 And God is not a Respecter of Persons; and God pittyes even those that he punisheth. And God is not a Respecter of Persons; and God pities even those that he Punisheth. cc np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n2; cc np1 vvz av d cst pns31 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
133 Magistrates of all men should have nothing of passion or partiality, but very much of Pitty and Compassion in them. Magistrates of all men should have nothing of passion or partiality, but very much of Pity and Compassion in them. ng1 pp-f d n2 vmd vhi pix pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp av av-d pp-f vvb cc n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
134 Asentence proceeding upon any partial or passionate account, is a Species of private Revenge, though it proceed from the Mouth of a publick person. My Lords; Asentence proceeding upon any partial or passionate account, is a Species of private Revenge, though it proceed from the Mouth of a public person. My lords; n1 vvg p-acp d j cc j n1, vbz dt n2 pp-f j n1, cs pn31 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. po11 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
135 Give me leave onely thus far to be your Monitor; The Vengeance you execute is Gods Vengeance, & therefore execute it as God himself would doe, Give me leave only thus Far to be your Monitor; The Vengeance you execute is God's Vengeance, & Therefore execute it as God himself would do, vvb pno11 vvi av-j av av-j pc-acp vbi po22 np1; dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz npg1 n1, cc av vvi pn31 p-acp np1 px31 vmd vdi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
136 if he sate upon the Bench. if he sat upon the Bench. cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
137 And thus have we traced this Fountain of Vengeance from the Well-head in Heaven, through the streams of Magistracy, And thus have we traced this Fountain of Vengeance from the Wellhead in Heaven, through the streams of Magistracy, cc av vhb pns12 vvd d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
138 and hitherto 'tis clear and wholesome. and hitherto it's clear and wholesome. cc av pn31|vbz j cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
139 But now, if we go lower, we shall find it presently nothing but puddle and Filth; and that which was the Magistrates Duty, as soon as it falls into private hands is the Peoples sin; which was my third particular, But now, if we go lower, we shall find it presently nothing but puddle and Filth; and that which was the Magistrates Duty, as soon as it falls into private hands is the Peoples since; which was my third particular, p-acp av, cs pns12 vvb jc, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av-j pix cc-acp n1 cc n1; cc cst r-crq vbds dt n2 n1, c-acp av c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp j n2 vbz dt ng1 n1; r-crq vbds po11 ord j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 13
140 and comes now to be spoken to. and comes now to be spoken to. cc vvz av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 13
141 When the Disciples had taken offence against the Samaritans, for an Incivility offered to their Master and them, they would fain have interested God in their own passionate Quarrel, and called for fire from Heaven to destroy them. When the Disciples had taken offence against the Samaritans, for an Incivility offered to their Master and them, they would fain have interested God in their own passionate Quarrel, and called for fire from Heaven to destroy them. c-crq dt n2 vhd vvn n1 p-acp dt njp2, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc pno32, pns32 vmd av-j vhi vvn np1 p-acp po32 d j vvb, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
142 Luke 9. 54. But our Saviour sharply rebukes them, Animadvertens eos non amore correctionem, sed odio desiderare vindictam, saith St. Augustine perceiving that they did not out of Love desire their amendment, Lycia 9. 54. But our Saviour sharply rebukes them, Animadvertens eos non amore correctionem, sed odio desiderare vindictam, Says Saint Augustine perceiving that they did not out of Love desire their amendment, av crd crd p-acp po12 n1 av-j n2 pno32, vvz fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz n1 np1 vvg cst pns32 vdd xx av pp-f vvb vvb po32 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
143 but out of hatred their destruction. but out of hatred their destruction. cc-acp av pp-f n1 po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
144 The truth is, by that time God hath had his Portion of Vengeance, and the Magistrate his, here is nothing at all left for any Private Christian in matters of Revenge; and therefore Dearly beloved Avenge not your selves; The truth is, by that time God hath had his Portion of Vengeance, and the Magistrate his, Here is nothing At all left for any Private Christian in matters of Revenge; and Therefore Dearly Beloved Avenge not your selves; dt n1 vbz, p-acp d n1 np1 vhz vhn po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 po31, av vbz pix p-acp av-d vvn p-acp d j njp p-acp n2 pp-f n1; cc av av-jn vvn vvb xx po22 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
145 it belongs not to you upon any Termes. it belongs not to you upon any Terms. pn31 vvz xx p-acp pn22 p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
146 And this Foundation of Doctrine being thus laid, it will be easie to discover the Principall Vices; which fight directly against the Text, and the Text against them. And this Foundation of Doctrine being thus laid, it will be easy to discover the Principal Vices; which fight directly against the Text, and the Text against them. cc d n1 pp-f n1 vbg av vvn, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n2; r-crq vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
147 1. All Rebellion, Sedition and Treason against the Higher Powers falls directly under the Condemnation of this Text. The rather, 1. All Rebellion, Sedition and Treason against the Higher Powers falls directly under the Condemnation of this Text. The rather, crd av-d n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt jc n2 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1 dt av-c, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
148 because this sort of Revenge doth not onely catch the sword out of Gods hand, employes it against God himself in his substitutes and Vicegerents, Because this sort of Revenge does not only catch the sword out of God's hand, employs it against God himself in his substitutes and Vicegerents, c-acp d n1 pp-f vvb vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 av pp-f npg1 n1, vvz pn31 p-acp np1 px31 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
149 and thrusts Gods sword (as it were) in his own Face, so that this is a meer Giganto-Machy, a fighting of the Giants against Heaven; and thrusts God's sword (as it were) in his own Face, so that this is a mere Giganto-Machy, a fighting of the Giants against Heaven; cc vvz ng1 n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp po31 d n1, av cst d vbz dt j j, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
150 in direct Termes a Theomachy, or fighting against God. in Direct Terms a Theomachy, or fighting against God. p-acp j n2 dt n1, cc vvg p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
151 Noster vero Plato Titanum è genere staiuit eos, qui, ut illi caelestibus, sic hi adversentur Magistratibus; Noster vero Plato Titanum è genere staiuit eos, qui, ut illi caelestibus, sic him adversentur Magistratibus; fw-la fw-la np1 np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la uh fw-la fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
152 Our Master Plato (saith he) doth derive their Pedigree from the Race of the Ancient Giants, who resist the Magistrates, as they did the Gods. St. Chrysostome affirmeth the same in like words; Our Master Plato (Says he) does derive their Pedigree from the Raze of the Ancient Giants, who resist the Magistrates, as they did the God's Saint Chrysostom Affirmeth the same in like words; po12 n1 np1 (vvz pns31) vdz vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, r-crq vvb dt n2, c-acp pns32 vdd dt n2 n1 np1 vvz dt d p-acp j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
153 He that obeyes not the Magistrate NONLATINALPHABET, Wars with God. And St. Paul, a greater Authority then both, in words to the very same effect, Rom. 13. Whosoever resisteth the power, resisteth the Ordinance of God. He that obeys not the Magistrate, Wars with God. And Saint Paul, a greater authority then both, in words to the very same Effect, Rom. 13. Whosoever Resisteth the power, Resisteth the Ordinance of God. pns31 cst vvz xx dt n1, n2 p-acp np1. cc n1 np1, dt jc n1 cs d, p-acp n2 p-acp dt av d n1, np1 crd r-crq vvz dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
154 Nor is it a slight observation of the late most Learned primate of Armagh, That the Greeks, though they spake the most copious Language under Heaven, wherein a skillful man shall never want words to expresse himself, Nor is it a slight observation of the late most Learned primate of Armagh, That the Greeks, though they spoke the most copious Language under Heaven, wherein a skilful man shall never want words to express himself, ccx vbz pn31 dt j n1 pp-f dt j av-ds j n-jn pp-f np1, cst dt np1, c-acp pns32 vvd dt av-ds j n1 p-acp n1, c-crq dt j n1 vmb av-x vvi n2 pc-acp vvi px31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
155 yet as if they were defective here, do usually call Treason against Princes by the Name of NONLATINALPHABET, Impiety. The Jews go a step higher and call it Blasphemy; both sins against the first Table. 1 King. 21. 13. Naboth did blaspheme God and the King. yet as if they were defective Here, do usually call Treason against Princes by the Name of, Impiety. The jews go a step higher and call it Blasphemy; both Sins against the First Table. 1 King. 21. 13. Naboth did Blaspheme God and the King. av c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j av, vdb av-j vvi n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f, n1. dt np2 vvi dt n1 av-jc cc vvb pn31 n1; d n2 p-acp dt ord n1. crd n1. crd crd np1 vdd vvi np1 cc dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
156 There's Blasphemy against the King, as well as against God. Which words, though spoken by men of Belial, against an Innocent person, There's Blasphemy against the King, as well as against God. Which words, though spoken by men of Belial, against an Innocent person, pc-acp|vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp np1. r-crq n2, cs vvn p-acp n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
157 yet (no doubt) they used the Ordinary Expressions of their Countrey. yet (not doubt) they used the Ordinary Expressions of their Country. av (xx n1) pns32 vvd dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
158 Take heed then of any such Private Revenge, which may carry you up to such a high Degree of Impiety and Blasphemy as to resist or speak evil of the powers ordained by God; Dearly beloved, Avenge not your selves. Take heed then of any such Private Revenge, which may carry you up to such a high Degree of Impiety and Blasphemy as to resist or speak evil of the Powers ordained by God; Dearly Beloved, Avenge not your selves. vvb n1 av pp-f d d j n1, r-crq vmb vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi j-jn pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp np1; av-jn vvn, vvb xx po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
159 2. The next Degree of Revenge condemned in the Text, is that of Duells. A sin every way as ugly in the sight of God, 2. The next Degree of Revenge condemned in the Text, is that of Duels. A since every Way as ugly in the sighed of God, crd dt ord n1 pp-f vvb vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz d pp-f vvz. dt n1 d n1 c-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
160 as it appears full of Bravery in the eyes of some vain men; as it appears full of Bravery in the eyes of Some vain men; c-acp pn31 vvz j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
161 of whom we may use St. Basil's words, NONLATINALPHABET, He that doth best is the worst man. of whom we may use Saint Basil's words,, He that does best is the worst man. pp-f ro-crq pns12 vmb vvi n1 npg1 n2,, pns31 cst vdz av-js vbz dt js n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
162 A way of Revenge as injurious to common Equity, as to Christian Religion. For beside the injury it doth the Magistrate, in attempting to make him bear the sword in vain, (and in vain he would bear it, A Way of Revenge as injurious to Common Equity, as to Christian Religion. For beside the injury it does the Magistrate, in attempting to make him bear the sword in vain, (and in vain he would bear it, dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp j p-acp j n1, a-acp p-acp njp n1. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vdz dt n1, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi dt n1 p-acp j, (cc p-acp j pns31 vmd vvi pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
163 if every man might so revenge his own Quarrels; ) besides the violence it offers to Justice, in making the punishment no way commensurate to the offence; for every petty affront, and inconsiderable Reproach (which Seneca calls Injuriarum Ʋmbrae, the shadows of Injuries ) is no lesse then Death, by the Duellers Law; I say, beside all this, this is the Danger that both the Combatants are involved in, that he that kills is an Actual, and he that is killed an Intentionall Murtherer. And much Fear there is, if every man might so revenge his own Quarrels;) beside the violence it offers to justice, in making the punishment no Way commensurate to the offence; for every Petty affront, and inconsiderable Reproach (which Senecca calls Injuriarum Ʋmbrae, the shadows of Injuries) is no less then Death, by the Duellers Law; I say, beside all this, this is the Danger that both the Combatants Are involved in, that he that kills is an Actual, and he that is killed an Intentional Murderer. And much fear there is, cs d n1 vmd av vvi po31 d n2;) p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 dx n1 j p-acp dt n1; p-acp d j vvi, cc j n1 (r-crq np1 vvz fw-la fw-la, dt n2 pp-f n2) vbz dx dc cs n1, p-acp dt n2 n1; pns11 vvb, p-acp d d, d vbz dt n1 cst d dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp, cst pns31 cst vvz vbz dt j, cc pns31 cst vbz vvn dt j n1. cc d n1 pc-acp vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
164 least St. Bernards words should prove too true Occisor bethaliter peccat, occisus aeternaliter perit, He that kills, sins mortally, and he that is killed perisheth eternally. I know the great Objection is the Gentlemans Reputation. But certainly if they are Christians as well as Gentlemen, the Christians Conscience would do well to be looked after, lest Saint Bernards words should prove too true Occisor bethaliter peccat, Occisus aeternaliter perit, He that kills, Sins mortally, and he that is killed Perishes eternally. I know the great Objection is the Gentleman's Reputation. But Certainly if they Are Christians as well as Gentlemen, the Christians Conscience would do well to be looked After, cs n1 npg1 n2 vmd vvi av j np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, pns31 cst vvz, n2 av-jn, cc pns31 cst vbz vvn vvz av-j. pns11 vvb dt j n1 vbz dt ng1 n1. cc-acp av-j cs pns32 vbr njpg2 c-acp av c-acp n2, dt np1 n1 vmd vdi av pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
165 as well as the Gentlemans Credit; Or if they are too high-spirited to be Christians, that is, to forgive Injuries, and love Enemies, they were better renounce Christianity before they draw their swords, that our Religion may no longer be blemished with such bloudy sins. The truth is, I take every such challenge to be a kind of Defiance to Jesus Christ and his Doctrine; as well as the Gentleman's Credit; Or if they Are too high-spirited to be Christians, that is, to forgive Injuries, and love Enemies, they were better renounce Christianity before they draw their swords, that our Religion may no longer be blemished with such bloody Sins. The truth is, I take every such challenge to be a kind of Defiance to jesus christ and his Doctrine; c-acp av c-acp dt ng1 n1; cc cs pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vbi np1, cst vbz, p-acp vvb n2, cc vvi n2, pns32 vbdr jc vvi np1 c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n2, cst po12 n1 vmb av-dx av-jc vbi vvn p-acp d j n2. dt n1 vbz, pns11 vvb d d vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 np1 cc po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
166 and I think the best way of answering it, would be in the words of the Christian, Maid to the Devil, and I think the best Way of answering it, would be in the words of the Christian, Maid to the devil, cc pns11 vvb dt js n1 pp-f vvg pn31, vmd vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt njp, n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
167 when he tempted her to sin, Non possum, baptizata sum; when he tempted her to since, Non possum, Baptizata sum; c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1, fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
168 I cannot do it, I am a Christian, and it is contrary to the Laws and commands of my Master Jesus Christ. It would be far a more noble conquest for men inclinable to this way of Revenge, to conquer their own unruly and unchristian passions, NONLATINALPHABET, said Plato; and Solomon a wiser then he, will give you the English of it, Proverbs 16. 32. He that is slow to Anger is better then the Mighty, I cannot do it, I am a Christian, and it is contrary to the Laws and commands of my Master jesus christ. It would be Far a more noble conquest for men inclinable to this Way of Revenge, to conquer their own unruly and unchristian passion,, said Plato; and Solomon a Wiser then he, will give you the English of it, Proverbs 16. 32. He that is slow to Anger is better then the Mighty, pns11 vmbx vdi pn31, pns11 vbm dt njp, cc pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n2 cc vvz pp-f po11 n1 np1 np1. pn31 vmd vbi av-j dt dc j n1 p-acp n2 j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi po32 d j cc j n2,, vvd np1; cc np1 dt jc cs pns31, vmb vvi pn22 dt jp pp-f pn31, n2 crd crd pns31 cst vbz j p-acp n1 vbz jc cs dt j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
169 and he that ruleth his spirit, then he that taketh a City. and he that Ruleth his Spirit, then he that Takes a city. cc pns31 cst vvz po31 n1, cs pns31 cst vvz dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
170 Consider, whether it be fit to forsake Christ, to serve unreasonable mens Opinions; whether a man cannot be a Gentleman, unlesse he be a Murderer; and whether there be no way to maintain a Mans Reputation, but by going to Hell. Dearly Beloved Avenge not your selves. Consider, whither it be fit to forsake christ, to serve unreasonable men's Opinions; whither a man cannot be a Gentleman, unless he be a Murderer; and whither there be no Way to maintain a men Reputation, but by going to Hell. Dearly beloved Avenge not your selves. vvb, cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vvi j ng2 n2; cs dt n1 vmbx vbi dt n1, cs pns31 vbb dt n1; cc cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1, p-acp p-acp vvg p-acp n1. av-jn vvn vvb xx po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
171 3. Another sort of Revenge which falls foul upon the Text, is Pulpit-Vengeance. We will set out the Ministers Tythe of the Sermon too. 3. another sort of Revenge which falls foul upon the Text, is Pulpit-Vengeance. We will Set out the Ministers Tithe of the Sermon too. crd j-jn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz j p-acp dt n1, vbz n1. pns12 vmb vvi av dt n2 n1 pp-f dt n1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
172 This ugly sin many times creeps into the Church, and sometimes it crawles up into the pulpit. For a Man that calls himself the Messenger of Jesus Christ, to take sanctuary in this place, where he may be sure not to meet with an Answer, to vent, his private passions against particuler persons, and make every petty Difference, betwixt his neighbour and Him his Text, is indeed a most unworthy peice of Revenge, and so altogether unbeseeming a Minister, that it is beneath a Man. And the provoked Person may justly reply in St. Jeroms words, Hoc non est me emendare, sed vitio tuo satisfacere; This ugly since many times creeps into the Church, and sometime it crawls up into the pulpit. For a Man that calls himself the Messenger of jesus christ, to take sanctuary in this place, where he may be sure not to meet with an Answer, to vent, his private passion against particular Persons, and make every Petty Difference, betwixt his neighbour and Him his Text, is indeed a most unworthy piece of Revenge, and so altogether unbeseeming a Minister, that it is beneath a Man. And the provoked Person may justly reply in Saint Jeroms words, Hoc non est me emendare, sed vitio tuo satisfacere; d j n1 d n2 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc av pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1 cst vvz px31 dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vbi j xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi, po31 j n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvi d j n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc pno31 po31 n1, vbz av dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1, cc av av j dt vvi, cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt vvn n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1 np1 n2, fw-la fw-fr fw-la pno11 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
173 This is not to benefit my soul, but to gratify thine own Revenge. This is not to benefit my soul, but to gratify thine own Revenge. d vbz xx pc-acp vvi po11 n1, p-acp pc-acp vvi po21 d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
174 And much more if he should endeavour ob•iquely to insinuate into the People a dislike of their Governours, or to possesse them with prejudices against the Government. When men are perswaded that they cannot render to God the things that are Gods, without taking from Caesar the things that are Caesars, and that there is no way to pay the Corban, but by robbing the Exchequer, they are in Danger to mingle private Revenge with their very prayers and Sermons. And when their Admirers are ready to cry out in the words of the Apostle, Yea what Zeal! perhaps it may more truly be replyed in the following words, Yea what Revenge! 2 Cor. 7. 11. I say not that any do thus, I hope they do not; And much more if he should endeavour ob•iquely to insinuate into the People a dislike of their Governors, or to possess them with prejudices against the Government. When men Are persuaded that they cannot render to God the things that Are God's, without taking from Caesar the things that Are Caesars, and that there is no Way to pay the Corban, but by robbing the Exchequer, they Are in Danger to mingle private Revenge with their very Prayers and Sermons. And when their Admirers Are ready to cry out in the words of the Apostle, Yea what Zeal! perhaps it may more truly be replied in the following words, Yea what Revenge! 2 Cor. 7. 11. I say not that any do thus, I hope they do not; cc av-d av-dc cs pns31 vmd vvi av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. c-crq n2 vbr vvn cst pns32 vmbx vvb p-acp np1 dt n2 cst vbr n2, p-acp vvg p-acp np1 dt n2 cst vbr npg1, cc cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt np1, p-acp p-acp vvg dt n1, pns32 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2. cc c-crq po32 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, uh q-crq n1! av pn31 vmb av-dc av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt vvg n2, uh q-crq n1! crd np1 crd crd pns11 vvb xx cst d vdb av, pns11 vvb pns32 vdb xx; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
175 I onely tell you, there's Danger least they should, and desire you that hear me that you would not; I only tell you, there's Danger lest they should, and desire you that hear me that you would not; pns11 av-j vvb pn22, pc-acp|vbz n1 cs pns32 vmd, cc vvb pn22 cst vvb pno11 cst pn22 vmd xx; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
176 Dearly be-Beloved avenged, not your selves. Dearly be-Beloved avenged, not your selves. av-jn j vvn, xx po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
177 If I should now detain you longer, in prosecuting the more Brutish Revenge of Vulgar Tongues, and Fists, and clubs, with such like Lapithean encounters, I should but abuse your Patience. If I should now detain you longer, in prosecuting the more Brutish Revenge of vulgar Tongues, and Fists, and Clubs, with such like Lapithean encounters, I should but abuse your Patience. cs pns11 vmd av vvi pn22 av-jc, p-acp vvg dt dc j n1 pp-f j n2, cc n2, cc n2, p-acp d j np1 n2, pns11 vmd p-acp vvb po22 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
178 And therefore I shall stop here; And Therefore I shall stop Here; cc av pns11 vmb vvi av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
179 and come in the last place to the wary countrymen, whose Vengeance lies under the shelter of the Law: and who will not stick to give a Fee to be taught a handsome way how to be revenged safely. and come in the last place to the wary countrymen, whose Vengeance lies under the shelter of the Law: and who will not stick to give a Fee to be taught a handsome Way how to be revenged safely. cc vvb p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt j n2, rg-crq n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: cc r-crq vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt vvb pc-acp vbi vvn dt j n1 c-crq pc-acp vbi vvn av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
180 And if he hath now a Tryall at the Assizes, he may perhaps by this time (if he takes so much Notice of Sermons) be willing to hear, And if he hath now a Trial At the Assizes, he may perhaps by this time (if he Takes so much Notice of Sermons) be willing to hear, cc cs pns31 vhz av dt n1 p-acp dt n2, pns31 vmb av p-acp d n1 (cs pns31 vvz av d n1 pp-f n2) vbb j pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
181 whether it be lawfull in point of conscience to go to Law; whither it be lawful in point of conscience to go to Law; cs pn31 vbb j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
182 and whether it be not a sort of private Revenge, for a Man to put his Neighbour to charges. Especially, and whither it be not a sort of private Revenge, for a Man to put his Neighbour to charges. Especially, cc cs pn31 vbb xx dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n2. av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
183 when Christ saith,) Resist not evil, and the Apostle blames the Corinthians for going to Law, 1 Cor. 6. 1. 2. &c. 1. In generall. when christ Says,) Resist not evil, and the Apostle blames the Corinthians for going to Law, 1 Cor. 6. 1. 2. etc. 1. In general. c-crq np1 vvz,) vvb xx j-jn, cc dt n1 vvz dt np1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd crd av crd p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
184 That Christians may with a good Conscience implead each other before a Christian Magistrate, may be sufficiently proved by a Reason drawn from the Text it self. That Christians may with a good Conscience implead each other before a Christian Magistrate, may be sufficiently proved by a Reason drawn from the Text it self. cst np1 vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvi d n-jn p-acp dt njp n1, vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
185 Because this is not the Avenging of our selves, but a Referring of Vengeance to him to whom it belongs, viz: to God, in the Person of his Vicegerent. There are two things in every considerable and just occasion of Law-suits, that is, the Injury, and to do good for evil; Because this is not the Avenging of our selves, but a Referring of Vengeance to him to whom it belongs, videlicet: to God, in the Person of his Vicegerent. There Are two things in every considerable and just occasion of Lawsuits, that is, the Injury, and to do good for evil; p-acp d vbz xx dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz, av: p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp d j cc j n1 pp-f n2, cst vbz, dt n1, cc pc-acp vdi j p-acp n-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
186 yet if the Damage he receives by it, either in his Estate or good name, be great, yet if the Damage he receives by it, either in his Estate or good name, be great, av cs dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pn31, av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc j n1, vbb j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
187 and such as he cannot well bear, he is not bound to remit that, but may seek for Reparations from the Magistrate, whose work it is. and such as he cannot well bear, he is not bound to remit that, but may seek for Reparations from the Magistrate, whose work it is. cc d c-acp pns31 vmbx av vvi, pns31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi d, cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
188 When therefore the Apostle blames the Corinthians for going to Law, the Reason is apparent in the very Reproof; because they impleaded one another for every Triflle, before Heathen Tribunalls, to the Reproach of Christianity. And for that of our Saviour, Resist not evil, Bellarmine saith well, (I wish he had never said worse,) Non Defensio, sed vindicta prohibetur; When Therefore the Apostle blames the Corinthians for going to Law, the Reason is apparent in the very Reproof; Because they impleaded one Another for every Trifle, before Heathen Tribunals, to the Reproach of Christianity. And for that of our Saviour, Resist not evil, Bellarmine Says well, (I wish he had never said Worse,) Non Defense, sed Vindictae prohibetur; c-crq av dt n1 vvz dt np1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1; c-acp pns32 vvd pi j-jn p-acp d vvb, p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. cc p-acp d pp-f po12 n1, vvb xx j-jn, np1 vvz av, (pns11 vvb pns31 vhd av-x vvd av-jc,) fw-fr np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
189 It is not Defence, but Revenge that is there forbidden; It is not Defence, but Revenge that is there forbidden; pn31 vbz xx n1, cc-acp n1 cst vbz a-acp vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
190 and that not all Revenge neither but that Quam privati Homines per se Exercere volunt, which private men would exercise upon their own, account, without the Magistrate. and that not all Revenge neither but that Quam Private Homines per se Exercere volunt, which private men would exercise upon their own, account, without the Magistrate. cc cst xx d n1 av-dx p-acp d fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, r-crq j n2 vmd vvi p-acp po32 d, n1, p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 18
191 And this (in a word) answers that old Heathenish cavil against the Doctrine of Christ, which St. Aug. con• … s at large in his 5. Epistle• to Marcelinus. The Objection was this Quod praedicatio atque Doctrina Christi Reipublicae moribus nullâ ex parte conveniat; And this (in a word) answers that old Heathenish cavil against the Doctrine of christ, which Saint Aug. con• … s At large in his 5. Epistle• to Marcelinus. The Objection was this Quod Predication atque Doctrina Christ Reipublicae moribus nullâ ex parte Conveniat; cc d (p-acp dt n1) vvz d j j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq n1 np1 n1 … sy p-acp j p-acp po31 crd np1 p-acp np1. dt n1 vbds d fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 18
192 That this Doctrine of Christianity (if it were received) would destroy all Civil Government, pull down all Tribunalls, and seats of Judicature; That this Doctrine of Christianity (if it were received) would destroy all Civil Government, pull down all Tribunals, and seats of Judicature; cst d n1 pp-f np1 (cs pn31 vbdr vvn) vmd vvi d j n1, vvb a-acp d n2, cc n2 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 18
193 because it allowes nothing of self-defence, but bids turn the other cheek, and give the Cloak after the Coat, &c. All amounts but to this, That we must bear an injury, Because it allows nothing of self-defence, but bids turn the other cheek, and give the Cloak After the Coat, etc. All amounts but to this, That we must bear an injury, c-acp pn31 vvz pix pp-f n1, p-acp vvz vvb dt j-jn n1, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av av-d n2 cc-acp p-acp d, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 18
194 if we cannot right our selves without doing another; but where the latter may be done, the other is not necessary. if we cannot right our selves without doing Another; but where the latter may be done, the other is not necessary. cs pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n2 p-acp vdg n-jn; cc-acp c-crq dt d vmb vbi vdn, dt n-jn vbz xx j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 18
195 If any one think that the Door is now wide enough, for every common Barretor, and Litigious Client to enter; If any one think that the Door is now wide enough, for every Common Barrator, and Litigious Client to enter; cs d crd vvi cst dt n1 vbz av j av-d, c-acp d j n1, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
196 I shall endeavour to set it at the just Distance the Scripture would have it stand; I shall endeavour to Set it At the just Distance the Scripture would have it stand; pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vmd vhi pn31 vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
197 and then if your Causes be not too boistrous to get through it, Go on and prosper. and then if your Causes be not too boisterous to get through it, Go on and prosper. cc av cs po22 n2 vbb xx av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vvb a-acp cc vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
198 1. To make a Law-suit just in the Court of Conscience, it must be grounded upon a just cause. And therefore I shall say to you, 1. To make a Lawsuit just in the Court of Conscience, it must be grounded upon a just cause. And Therefore I shall say to you, crd p-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
199 as Absalom (upon a more wicked design) said once to the People, onely with a little variation; as Absalom (upon a more wicked Design) said once to the People, only with a little variation; c-acp np1 (p-acp dt av-dc j n1) vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
200 see your matters are good and right, for here are Men deputed of the King to hear you. 2. Sam. 15. 3. Take heed of vexing thy Neighbour, see your matters Are good and right, for Here Are Men deputed of the King to hear you. 2. Sam. 15. 3. Take heed of vexing thy Neighbour, vvb po22 n2 vbr j cc av-jn, c-acp av vbr n2 vvn pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22. crd np1 crd crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg po21 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
201 when thine own Conscience will tell thee without a Fee, that thy cause is naught and cannot be maintained but by Lying, perjury, and such like unrighteous Proceedings. when thine own Conscience will tell thee without a Fee, that thy cause is nought and cannot be maintained but by Lying, perjury, and such like unrighteous Proceedings. c-crq po21 d n1 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1, cst po21 vvb vbz pix cc vmbx vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp vvg, n1, cc d j j n2-vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
202 2. A just Cause may become unjust, by being unjustly prosecuted; and that either. 2. A just Cause may become unjust, by being unjustly prosecuted; and that either. crd dt j n1 vmb vvi j, p-acp vbg av-j vvd; cc cst d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 18
203 1. When it is prosecuted with Anger, Malice, or a Designe of Revenge. Say not, I will do so to him, 1. When it is prosecuted with Anger, Malice, or a Design of Revenge. Say not, I will do so to him, crd c-crq pn31 vbz vvd p-acp n1, n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. n1 xx, pns11 vmb vdi av p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
204 as he hath done to me, I will render to the man according to his work. as he hath done to me, I will render to the man according to his work. c-acp pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
205 Pro. 24. 29. Quae enim, virtus hoc a te fieri, quod in altero ipse punias? Saith Ambrose; For what vertue is it, Pro 24. 29. Quae enim, virtus hoc a te fieri, quod in altero ipse punias? Says Ambrose; For what virtue is it, np1 crd crd fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la dt fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-it? vvz np1; p-acp r-crq n1 vbz pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
206 for thee to do that thy self, which thou pretendest to punish in another? This is nothing else but NONLATINALPHABET a contending who shall outdoe the other in Mischief. To avoid which, you must manifest all manner of Civility, Courtesy, and a Readiness to do good to him with whom the suit is, that it may appear it is not Revenge, but Reparations you seek after. for thee to do that thy self, which thou pretendest to Punish in Another? This is nothing Else but a contending who shall outdo the other in Mischief. To avoid which, you must manifest all manner of Civility, Courtesy, and a Readiness to do good to him with whom the suit is, that it may appear it is not Revenge, but Reparations you seek After. p-acp pno21 pc-acp vdi d po21 n1, r-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn? d vbz pix av cc-acp dt vvg r-crq vmb vvb dt j-jn p-acp n1. pc-acp vvi r-crq, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz, cst pn31 vmb vvi pn31 vbz xx n1, p-acp n2 pn22 vvb a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
207 When Julius Caesar had the Head of Pompey, his Mortal Enemy, presented to him, he wept and said, Non mihi placet Vindicta sed Victoria; When Julius Caesar had the Head of Pompey, his Mortal Enemy, presented to him, he wept and said, Non mihi placet Vindictae sed Victoria; c-crq np1 np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 j-jn n1, vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd cc vvd, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
208 It was not Revenge but victory that I intended. It was not Revenge but victory that I intended. pn31 vbds xx n1 p-acp n1 cst pns11 vvd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
209 A shame for Christians who cannot be content with Victory, unlesse they have also Revenge. 'Tis an excellent Rule for those that go to Law, sic certent causae, ut non certent Pectora, Let the causes contend, A shame for Christians who cannot be content with Victory, unless they have also Revenge. It's an excellent Rule for those that go to Law, sic Certain causae, ut non Certain Pectora, Let the Causes contend, dt n1 p-acp np1 r-crq vmbx vbi j p-acp n1, cs pns32 vhb av vvb. pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp d cst vvb p-acp n1, fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-fr n1 fw-la, vvb dt n2 vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
210 but let the men be Friends. but let the men be Friends. cc-acp vvb dt n2 vbb n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
211 2. when the suit is purposely drawn out in length, studio molestias exhibendi proxime, to exhaust the Purse, 2. when the suit is purposely drawn out in length, study molestias exhibendi proxime, to exhaust the Purse, crd c-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn av p-acp n1, vvi fw-la fw-la n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
212 and tire the Patience of the Adversary. and tire the Patience of the Adversary. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
213 And indeed its a shrewd suspition, either of the Badness of the Cause, or the Malice of the Man, when he is willing to spin out the suit. And indeed its a shrewd suspicion, either of the Badness of the Cause, or the Malice of the Man, when he is willing to spin out the suit. cc av pn31|vbz dt j n1, av-d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
214 By this means Innocence sometimes in a long chase is hunted out of Breath, and forced to fall down at the Feet of some mighty Nimrod. To avoid this suspition, you must be willing, with what speed you may to bring it to am issue: and then By this means Innocence sometime in a long chase is hunted out of Breath, and forced to fallen down At the Feet of Some mighty Nimrod. To avoid this suspicion, you must be willing, with what speed you may to bring it to am issue: and then p-acp d n2 n1 av p-acp dt j vvi vbz vvn av pp-f n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j np1. pc-acp vvi d n1, pn22 vmb vbi j, p-acp r-crq n1 pn22 vmb p-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1: cc av (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
215 3. Sentence pronounced must be received tanquam ex Tripode, or in Seneca's words, velut dimissa divinitus vox, without any murmuring, 3. Sentence pronounced must be received tanquam ex Tripod, or in Seneca's words, velut Dimissa Divinely vox, without any murmuring, crd n1 vvn vmb vbi vvn fw-la fw-la n1, cc p-acp npg1 n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp d j-vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
216 or repining, as if God himself had decided the controversy. or repining, as if God himself had decided the controversy. cc vvg, c-acp cs np1 px31 vhd vvn dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
217 It is a Rule in the Civil Law Res judicata pro veritate accipitur, A matter adjudged is presumed to be Truth. It is a Rule in the Civil Law Rest Judicata Pro veritate accipitur, A matter adjudged is presumed to be Truth. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 np1 n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 vvn vbz vvn pc-acp vbi n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
218 Nor is there generally any Reason to think otherwise. Nor is there generally any Reason to think otherwise. ccx vbz pc-acp av-j d n1 pc-acp vvi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
219 I know but one objection (supposing the Magistrate upright and conscientious) which carries any shew of Reason against it, viz. I know but one objection (supposing the Magistrate upright and conscientious) which carries any show of Reason against it, viz. pns11 vvb p-acp crd n1 (vvg dt n1 av-j cc j) r-crq vvz d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
220 Though God hath set the Magistrate in his own room, yet he hath not communicated his Attributed of Omniscience, and Omnipresence to him. Though God hath Set the Magistrate in his own room, yet he hath not communicated his Attributed of Omniscience, and Omnipresence to him. cs np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, av pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 vvn pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 20
221 And he being forced to see with other mens eyes, and here with other mens ears, it may be possible that there may be an Errour in Judgement, and yet no Fault in the Judge. And he being forced to see with other men's eyes, and Here with other men's ears, it may be possible that there may be an Error in Judgement, and yet no Fault in the Judge. cc pns31 vbg vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, cc av p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, pn31 vmb vbi j cst a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av dx n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 20
222 To which the Answer is easie. To which the Answer is easy. p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
223 As far as the Law allows of Appeals, a Christian may with a good Conscience make use of them. As Far as the Law allows of Appeals, a Christian may with a good Conscience make use of them. p-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f vvz, dt njp vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvi n1 pp-f pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
224 This being still not a taking of the sword of vengeance out of Gods hand, This being still not a taking of the sword of vengeance out of God's hand, np1 vbg av xx dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av pp-f npg1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
225 but onely the Provocation from the inferiour to the superiour Gods. S. Paul himself appealed to Caesar, when he could not expect justice from the Roman Deputy, Act. 25. 11. But if at last the man should still suppose himself wronged (which would be almost an unreasonable supposition) he hath no other Remedy on Earth, but with Patience and Submission •o commit his Cause (as our Saviour did, 1 Pet. •. 23.) to him that judgeth Righteously; but only the Provocation from the inferior to the superior God's S. Paul himself appealed to Caesar, when he could not expect Justice from the Roman Deputy, Act. 25. 11. But if At last the man should still suppose himself wronged (which would be almost an unreasonable supposition) he hath no other Remedy on Earth, but with Patience and Submission •o commit his Cause (as our Saviour did, 1 Pet. •. 23.) to him that Judgeth Righteously; cc-acp av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt j-jn ng1 n1 np1 px31 vvn p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi n1 p-acp dt np1 n1, n1 crd crd p-acp cs p-acp ord dt n1 vmd av vvi px31 vvn (r-crq vmd vbi av dt j n1) pns31 vhz dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1, p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 vdb vvi po31 n1 (p-acp po12 n1 vdd, crd np1 •. crd) p-acp pno31 cst vvz av-j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
226 to expect another Hearing in Heaven, where all Causes shall be judged over again; to expect Another Hearing in Heaven, where all Causes shall be judged over again; pc-acp vvi j-jn vvg p-acp n1, c-crq d n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
227 and to remember, that though he be oppressed sine culpâ, yet it is not sine causâ as Aquinas hath it. and to Remember, that though he be oppressed sine culpâ, yet it is not sine causâ as Aquinas hath it. cc pc-acp vvi, cst cs pns31 vbb vvn fw-la fw-la, av pn31 vbz xx fw-la fw-la p-acp np1 vhz pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
228 Gods sees Faults enough in him to lay an heavier punishment upon him. God's sees Faults enough in him to lay an Heavier punishment upon him. ng1 vvz n2 av-d p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
229 In such a Case (if such a Case may fall out) it concerns a Christian to reflect upon his sins, In such a Case (if such a Case may fallen out) it concerns a Christian to reflect upon his Sins, p-acp d dt n1 (cs d dt n1 vmb vvi av) pn31 vvz dt njp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
230 and amend his life, not to add another sin to the Heap, by reviling the Magistrate or railing upon the Law. and amend his life, not to add Another since to the Heap, by reviling the Magistrate or railing upon the Law. cc vvi po31 n1, xx pc-acp vvi j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
231 It is a saying in Tacitus, Habet aliquid ex iniquo omne magnum Exemplum; It is a saying in Tacitus, Habet Aliquid ex iniquo omne magnum Exemplum; pn31 vbz dt n-vvg p-acp np1, fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
232 It is a difficult thing to make publick Laws, with so much caution, but that they may sometimes redound to the prejudice of some private persons. The learned Primate gives us a considerable Instance; It is a difficult thing to make public Laws, with so much caution, but that they may sometime redound to the prejudice of Some private Persons. The learned Primate gives us a considerable Instance; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, p-acp av d n1, p-acp cst pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2. dt j j-jn n2 pno12 dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
233 God himself made a Law, that at the mouth of two or three witnesses, a malefactour should be put to death, Deut. 17. 6. accordingly, Innocent Naboth was put to death upon the subornation of two false witnesses, 1 King. God himself made a Law, that At the Mouth of two or three Witnesses, a Malefactor should be put to death, Deuteronomy 17. 6. accordingly, Innocent Naboth was put to death upon the subornation of two false Witnesses, 1 King. np1 px31 vvd dt n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd cc crd n2, dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av-vvg, j-jn np1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd j n2, crd n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
234 21. 13. should that Law therefore be abolished? should nothing be determined by the mouth of two or three Witnesses? would not the Impunity of many Malefactors tend more to the Damage of the Publique then the casual punishment of one Innocent? I conclude therefore, 21. 13. should that Law Therefore be abolished? should nothing be determined by the Mouth of two or three Witnesses? would not the Impunity of many Malefactors tend more to the Damage of the Public then the casual punishment of one Innocent? I conclude Therefore, crd crd vmd cst n1 av vbi vvn? vmd pix vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd cc crd n2? vmd xx dt n1 pp-f d ng1 vvb av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j av dt j n1 pp-f crd j-jn? pns11 vvb av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
235 when men either upon pretended or real injury vent their spleen upon the magistrates and Laws, it's private Revenge, and utterly unbeseeming the meekness and Patience of a Christian. when men either upon pretended or real injury vent their spleen upon the Magistrates and Laws, it's private Revenge, and utterly unbeseeming the meekness and Patience of a Christian. c-crq n2 av-d p-acp j-vvn cc j n1 vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, pn31|vbz j n1, cc av-j vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
236 And thus I have told you what you may do; And thus I have told you what you may do; cc av pns11 vhb vvn pn22 r-crq pn22 vmb vdi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 21
237 let me, now in the last place tell you what I would advise you to do: let me, now in the last place tell you what I would Advice you to do: vvb pno11, av p-acp dt ord n1 vvi pn22 r-crq pns11 vmd vvi pn22 pc-acp vdi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 21
238 for every thing that is Lawful, is not always expedient. 1. For small, inconsiderable wrongs, or damages, put them up, and bear them patiently. for every thing that is Lawful, is not always expedient. 1. For small, inconsiderable wrongs, or damages, put them up, and bear them patiently. c-acp d n1 cst vbz j, vbz xx av j. crd p-acp j, j n2-jn, cc n2, vvd pno32 a-acp, cc vvi pno32 av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 21
239 Forgive as you would be forgiven. God hath greater things against thee, then thou hast against thy Brother. Forgive as you would be forgiven. God hath greater things against thee, then thou hast against thy Brother. vvb p-acp pn22 vmd vbi vvn. np1 vhz jc n2 p-acp pno21, cs pns21 vh2 p-acp po21 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
240 Take heed then of taking thy Fellow servant by the Throat, for the odd penny least God score up thy Talents against thee, Take heed then of taking thy Fellow servant by the Throat, for the odd penny lest God score up thy Talents against thee, vvb n1 av pp-f vvg po21 n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 cs np1 vvb a-acp po21 n2 p-acp pno21, (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
241 and deliver thee to the Tormenters, till thou pay the utmost Farthing, Mat. 18. 28. &c. Hearken to that advice of the Apostle, Eph. 4. 32. Be ye kind one to another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, and deliver thee to the Tormenters, till thou pay the utmost Farthing, Mathew 18. 28. etc. Harken to that Advice of the Apostle, Ephesians 4. 32. Be you kind one to Another, tender-hearted, forgiving one Another, cc vvb pno21 p-acp dt n2, c-acp pns21 vvb dt j n1, np1 crd crd av vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd vbb pn22 j pi p-acp n-jn, j, j-vvg pi j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
242 even as God for Christs sake hath forgiven you. even as God for Christ sake hath forgiven you. av c-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1 vhz vvn pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
243 And Col. 3. 13. For bearing one another, and fogiving one another, if any man hath any quarrel against any even as Christ forgave you, so also do yee. He hath done thee wrong; And Col. 3. 13. For bearing one Another, and fogiving one Another, if any man hath any quarrel against any even as christ forgave you, so also do ye. He hath done thee wrong; cc np1 crd crd p-acp vvg pi j-jn, cc j pi j-jn, cs d n1 vhz d n1 p-acp d av c-acp np1 vvd pn22, av av vdb pn22. pns31 vhz vdn pno21 j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
244 what then? Non minus mali est referre injuriam, quam inferre; To Revenge is as great a sin, as to do an injury. what then? Non minus mali est refer Injuriam, quam infer; To Revenge is as great a since, as to do an injury. r-crq av? fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la, fw-la vvb; p-acp n1 vbz a-acp j dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vdi dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
245 When all is done, our Saviours advice is best (and if you will not follow that, you may pay dearer for worse Counsel ) In your patience possesse you souls. Luke. 21. 19. 2. For those things that are of greater consequence, be ready to offer satisfaction, if thou hast done injury; When all is done, our Saviors Advice is best (and if you will not follow that, you may pay Dearer for Worse Counsel) In your patience possess you Souls. Lycia. 21. 19. 2. For those things that Are of greater consequence, be ready to offer satisfaction, if thou hast done injury; c-crq d vbz vdn, po12 ng1 n1 vbz js (cc cs pn22 vmb xx vvi cst, pn22 vmb vvi jc-jn p-acp jc n1) p-acp po22 n1 vvi pn22 n2. av. crd crd crd p-acp d n2 cst vbr pp-f jc n1, vbb j p-acp vvb n1, cs pns21 vh2 vdn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
246 to take it, if injury hath been done to thee. to take it, if injury hath been done to thee. pc-acp vvi pn31, cs n1 vhz vbn vdn p-acp pno21. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
247 And embrace all equitable Termes of Reconciliation, nay rather recede something from thy Right, then foment a quarrel, that it may appear it is not thy Fault, if the Breach be not made up. And embrace all equitable Terms of Reconciliation, nay rather recede something from thy Right, then foment a quarrel, that it may appear it is not thy Fault, if the Breach be not made up. cc vvb d j n2 pp-f n1, uh av-c vvi pi p-acp po21 j-jn, av j dt n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi pn31 vbz xx po21 n1, cs dt n1 vbb xx vvn a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
248 Why do yee not rather take wrong? Why do yee not rather suffer your selves to be defrauded? saith the Apostle 1 Cor. 6. 7. 3. Do nothing in Rash Anger against thy offending Brother. Why do ye not rather take wrong? Why do ye not rather suffer your selves to be defrauded? Says the Apostle 1 Cor. 6. 7. 3. Do nothing in Rash Anger against thy offending Brother. q-crq vdb pn22 xx av-c vvi j-jn? q-crq vdb pn22 xx av-c vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vbi vvd? vvz dt n1 vvn np1 crd crd crd vdb pix p-acp j n1 p-acp po21 j-vvg n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 22
249 Lay aside passion, and first weigh both causes in the Ballance of discretion, with calm and sedate Affections, Lay aside passion, and First weigh both Causes in the Balance of discretion, with Cam and sedate Affections, np1 av n1, cc ord vvb d n2 p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1, p-acp j-jn cc vvi n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
250 before you seek a Remedy, which may prove worse then the disease. before you seek a Remedy, which may prove Worse then the disease. c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi av-jc cs dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
251 'Tis good Counsell which Solomon gives you, Pro. 25. 8. Go not forth hastily to strive, It's good Counsel which Solomon gives you, Pro 25. 8. Go not forth hastily to strive, pn31|vbz j n1 r-crq np1 vvz pn22, np1 crd crd vvb xx av av-j pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
252 least thou know not what to do in the end thereof, when thy neighbor hath put thee to shame. lest thou know not what to do in the end thereof, when thy neighbour hath put thee to shame. cs pns21 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 av, c-crq po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
253 Ira peccati Magistra est, saith Ambrose; Anger is the Mistrese of sin; and Revenge is the Hand-Maid of Anger; Ira peccati Magistrate est, Says Ambrose; Anger is the Mistrese of since; and Revenge is the Hand-Maid of Anger; np1 fw-la np1 fw-la, vvz np1; n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f n1; cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
254 and the next word you hear from an Angry man, is, I'le be reveng'd. Yea, and the next word you hear from an Angry man, is, I'll be revenged. Yea, cc dt ord n1 pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1, vbz, pns11|vmb vbi vvn. uh, (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
255 but hear what Seneca (a Heathen man) will tell thee, Inhumanum verbum est Ʋltio; Revenge is a Brutish, barbarous word. but hear what Senecca (a Heathen man) will tell thee, Inhumanum verbum est Ʋltio; Revenge is a Brutish, barbarous word. cc-acp vvb r-crq np1 (dt j-jn n1) vmb vvi pno21, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1; n1 vbz dt j, j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
256 If Dogs and Beares could speak, they would talk of Revenge just as you do. If Dogs and Bears could speak, they would talk of Revenge just as you do. cs n2 cc ng1 vmd vvi, pns32 vmd vvi pp-f vvb j c-acp pn22 vdb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
257 One said well, There is no such Injury as Revenge, and no such Revenge as the contempt of an injury. One said well, There is no such Injury as Revenge, and no such Revenge as the contempt of an injury. pi vvd av, pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp n1, cc dx d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 22
258 4. Fortify your souls with Rational and Scriptural Arguments, against that intemperate and exorbitant passion of Anger and Revenge such as these, which I shall but mention. 4. Fortify your Souls with Rational and Scriptural Arguments, against that intemperate and exorbitant passion of Anger and Revenge such as these, which I shall but mention. crd vvi po22 n2 p-acp j cc j n2, p-acp cst j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 d c-acp d, r-crq pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 23
259 1. It's Discovery of much Impotency and weakness of Judgement, to be so transported Invalidum omne natura querulum est; 1. It's Discovery of much Impotency and weakness of Judgement, to be so transported Invalidum omne Nature querulum est; crd pn31|vbz n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi av vvn fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 23
260 The weaker any thing is the more querulous ever. Children, and old, and sick people are most apt to be angry. The Weaker any thing is the more querulous ever. Children, and old, and sick people Are most apt to be angry. dt jc d n1 vbz dt av-dc j av. np1, cc j, cc j n1 vbr av-ds j pc-acp vbi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 23
261 2. It degrades the Noble, Reasonable soul, and turns it down into the Rank of the most malitious and Ravenous Beasts. Anger and Revenge in a Man, is the same saith Basil that poyson in a sepent. 2. It degrades the Noble, Reasonable soul, and turns it down into the Rank of the most malicious and Ravenous Beasts. Anger and Revenge in a Man, is the same Says Basil that poison in a Serpent. crd pn31 n2 dt j, j n1, cc vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt j pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2. n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt d vvz np1 cst n1 p-acp dt vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
262 Now a venemous Beast doth not onely do hurt by his poyson, but is provoked and stirred up by it to do hurt. Now a venomous Beast does not only do hurt by his poison, but is provoked and stirred up by it to do hurt. av dt j n1 vdz xx av-j vdb vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp vbz vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp pn31 pc-acp vdi vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
263 So is Anger and Revenge in a man; it doth not onely enable him to do mischief, but provokes him to it. So is Anger and Revenge in a man; it does not only enable him to do mischief, but provokes him to it. np1 vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi n1, cc-acp vvz pno31 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
264 3. It fetcheth coales out of Hell, to kindle a Fire in the Heart, and the Devil comes along with it, to blow those coals. so t•at if you give not place to wrath you must give place to the Devil, to that Devil of Revenge, Eph. 4. 26. 27. which if once admitted, will set the whole course of Nature on fire of Hell, Jam. 3. 6. Such sober considerations as these (if timely applyed) may happen to charme that evil spirit of Revenge, and cast him out, 3. It Fetches coals out of Hell, to kindle a Fire in the Heart, and the devil comes along with it, to blow those coals. so t•at if you give not place to wrath you must give place to the devil, to that devil of Revenge, Ephesians 4. 26. 27. which if once admitted, will Set the Whole course of Nature on fire of Hell, Jam. 3. 6. Such Sobrium considerations as these (if timely applied) may happen to charm that evil Spirit of Revenge, and cast him out, crd pn31 vvz n2 av pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi d n2. av j cs pn22 vvb xx n1 p-acp j pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd crd r-crq cs a-acp vvn, vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd d j n2 c-acp d (cs av-j vvd) vmb vvi p-acp vvb cst j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd pno31 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 23
265 before he hath taken the full possession of the soul. before he hath taken the full possession of the soul. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 23
266 5. Imitate the Examples of the best and wisest men, who have looked upon nothing so irrational as Revenge nothing so noble as Forgiveness. 5. Imitate the Examples of the best and Wisest men, who have looked upon nothing so irrational as Revenge nothing so noble as Forgiveness. crd vvb dt n2 pp-f dt js cc js n2, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pix av j p-acp n1 pix av j p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 23
267 What Revenge do you think, that pious Barnard did wish to the worst Enemies he had in the world? Ʋtinam omnes adversantes mihi sine causâ ita capere possim, ut Christo eos vel restituam, vel acquiram. What Revenge do you think, that pious Barnard did wish to the worst Enemies he had in the world? Ʋtinam omnes adversantes mihi sine causâ ita capere possim, ut Christ eos vel restituam, vel acquiram. q-crq n1 vdb pn22 vvi, cst j np1 vdd vvi p-acp dt js n2 pns31 vhd p-acp dt n1? fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 23
268 He wisheth this Revenge to all his causeless enemies, that he might be an Instrument to restore them, He wishes this Revenge to all his causeless enemies, that he might be an Instrument to restore them, pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp d po31 j n2, cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 23
269 or win them to Christ. That indeed is the right Christian Revenge, which our Saviour Jesus-Christ hath taught us, not onely by his Precept but Example too, viz. to wish well and do well to the worst enemies we have. or win them to christ. That indeed is the right Christian Revenge, which our Saviour Jesus christ hath taught us, not only by his Precept but Exampl too, viz. to wish well and do well to the worst enemies we have. cc vvi pno32 p-acp np1. cst av vbz dt j-jn njp n1, r-crq po12 n1 np1 vhz vvn pno12, xx av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 av, n1 pc-acp vvi av cc vdb av p-acp dt js n2 pns12 vhb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 23
270 6. Last of all, if Scripture and Christian Examples will not prevail, learn this lesson, 6. Last of all, if Scripture and Christian Examples will not prevail, Learn this Lesson, crd ord pp-f d, cs n1 cc np1 n2 vmb xx vvi, vvb d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
271 and be ashamed, even of Heathens and Turkes. of Julius Caesar it is reported, Quad nihil oblivisci solebat, nisi injurias, that he forgat nothing but injuries; and be ashamed, even of heathens and Turks. of Julius Caesar it is reported, Quad nihil Oblivion solebat, nisi injurias, that he forgot nothing but injuries; cc vbi j, av pp-f n2-jn cc n2. pp-f np1 np1 pn31 vbz vvn, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, cst pns31 vvd pix cc-acp n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
272 he had an excellent memory for any thing else, but injuries and shrewd turns he could not remember. he had an excellent memory for any thing Else, but injuries and shrewd turns he could not Remember. pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp d n1 av, cc-acp n2 cc j n2 pns31 vmd xx vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
273 Nay the very Turkes themselves (they say) when they see their Fellows quarrelling, or fighting, or reviling one another, will reprove them thus; Nay the very Turks themselves (they say) when they see their Fellows quarreling, or fighting, or reviling one Another, will reprove them thus; uh-x dt j n2 px32 (pns32 vvb) c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n2 vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pi j-jn, vmb vvi pno32 av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
274 what, a Musselman do so? fie upon't 'tis enough for a Christian. what, a Musselman do so? fie upon't it's enough for a Christian. r-crq, dt np1 vdb av? uh p-acp|pn31 pn31|vbz av-d p-acp dt njp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
275 And fie upon us indeed, that we have given them such occasion to speak thus of us. And fie upon us indeed, that we have given them such occasion to speak thus of us. cc uh p-acp pno12 av, cst pns12 vhb vvn pno32 d n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
276 While we are Turks one to another, we may fear least God should make the Turk a Turk to us all. While we Are Turks one to Another, we may Fear lest God should make the Turk a Turk to us all. cs pns12 vbr n2 crd p-acp n-jn, pns12 vmb vvi cs np1 vmd vvi dt np1 dt np1 p-acp pno12 d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
277 If we give them occasion thus to Reproach and blaspheme Christ, it is but just if Christ, give them occasion to harasse and lay wast Christendome. If we give them occasion thus to Reproach and Blaspheme christ, it is but just if christ, give them occasion to harass and lay waste Christendom. cs pns12 vvb pno32 n1 av p-acp n1 cc vvi np1, pn31 vbz p-acp j cs np1, vvb pno32 n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi n1 np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
278 God Almighty power down his holy spirit among us, that we may live in Love and Peace, God Almighty power down his holy Spirit among us, that we may live in Love and Peace, np1 j-jn n1 a-acp po31 j n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
279 and the God of Love and Peace may be with us; and the God of Love and Peace may be with us; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
280 to which God of Love and Peace, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, be all glory and praise &c. FINIS. to which God of Love and Peace, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, be all glory and praise etc. FINIS. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, n1, n1, cc j n1, vbb d n1 cc vvi av fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23

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4 0 Clem. Alex. Protrept in Principio. Clem. Alexander Protrept in Principio. np1 np1 vvn p-acp fw-la.
5 0 Basil. Hom. 21. Basil. Hom. 21. np1 np1 crd
8 0 Hor. Car. l. 1. Ode 16. Hor. Car. l. 1. Ode 16. np1 np1 n1 crd np1 crd
9 0 De Civ. l. 13. C. 15. De Civ. l. 13. C. 15. fw-fr crd. n1 crd sy crd
17 0 Orig. contra Caelsum b. 7. Origin contra Caelsum b. 7. np1 fw-la fw-la sy. crd
42 0 Aug. Qu. 70 super L. v. t. Aug. Qu. 70 super L. v. tO. np1 n1 crd n1 n1 n1 sy.
46 0 Orig. in loc. Origin in loc. np1 p-acp fw-la.
56 0 Tert advers. Marc. l. 4. Tert adverse. Marc. l. 4. np1 j. np1 n1 crd
69 0 Lactan. div. Instit. lib. ca. 10. Lactan div. Institutio lib. circa 10. np1 crd. np1 n1. n1 crd
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85 0 Masius. Masius. np1.
102 0 Qu. & Res. ad Orthod. qu. 124. Qu. & Rest ad Orthodoxy. queen. 124. n1 cc np1 fw-la n1. n1. crd
106 0 Grot. Expli. De calog. in praef•t. Grot. Expli. De calog. in praef•t. np1 vvn. fw-fr n1. p-acp n1.
110 0 In Ep. Rom. ser. 23. In Epistle Rom. ser. 23. p-acp np1 np1 zz. crd
142 0 Aug. de ser. Dom. in mon. Aug. de ser. Dom. in mon. np1 fw-fr zz. np1 p-acp fw-fr.
150 0 Cic. 3. de. Leg. Cic 3. de. Leg. np1 crd fw-la. n1
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173 0 Hieron. Ep. 4 Hieron. Epistle 4 np1. np1 crd
188 0 Bellar. de Laicis. l. 3. c. 13. Bellar de Laicis. l. 3. c. 13. np1 fw-fr fw-la. n1 crd sy. crd
191 0 Marcel. ad Aug. Ep. 4 & Aug. ad marc. Ep. 5. Marcel. ad Aug. Epistle 4 & Aug. ad marc. Epistle 5. np1. fw-la np1 np1 crd cc np1 fw-la n1. np1 crd
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243 0 Lactant, Lactant, fw-la,
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