THIS Psalm contains a Dialogism; or discourse of the Royal Prophet within himself where he first proposeth a question, and afterwards gives the answer.
THIS Psalm contains a Dialogism; or discourse of the Royal Prophet within himself where he First Proposeth a question, and afterwards gives the answer.
d n1 vvz dt n1; cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp px31 c-crq pns31 ord vvz dt n1, cc av vvz dt n1.
Lord, who shall abide in thy Tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill? that is, who shall be accounted worthy to be a member of thy faithfull congregation here,
Lord, who shall abide in thy Tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill? that is, who shall be accounted worthy to be a member of thy faithful congregation Here,
and to be admitted into thy presence hereafter? The answer contains first in general the whole Duty of man, he that walketh uprightly and worketh righteousness, &c. afterwards divers duties in particular;
and to be admitted into thy presence hereafter? The answer contains First in general the Whole Duty of man, he that walks uprightly and works righteousness, etc. afterwards diverse duties in particular;
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1 av? dt n1 vvz ord p-acp j dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pns31 cst vvz av-j cc vvz n1, av av j n2 p-acp j;
We are also hereby to understand, that since the Psalmist hath given us this for a distinguishing Character of those persons who are to enter into the kingdom of heaven, it is implied that such as have not this qualification, shall not enter therein,
We Are also hereby to understand, that since the Psalmist hath given us this for a distinguishing Character of those Persons who Are to enter into the Kingdom of heaven, it is implied that such as have not this qualification, shall not enter therein,
pns12 vbr av av pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 d p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz vvn cst d c-acp vhb xx d n1, vmb xx vvi av,
and this will be more especially needfull in discoursing on our present subject, which doth contain so great variety of doubts, occasioned by the particular circumstances of some,
and this will be more especially needful in discoursing on our present Subject, which does contain so great variety of doubts, occasioned by the particular Circumstances of Some,
cc d vmb vbi av-dc av-j j p-acp vvg p-acp po12 j n-jn, r-crq vdz vvi av j n1 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d,
Nevertheless I shall endeavour to lay down such principles, as we ought for the most part, in the resolution of particular difficulties, to be directed by.
Nevertheless I shall endeavour to lay down such principles, as we ought for the most part, in the resolution of particular difficulties, to be directed by.
And lastly after having considered in what cases, and according to whose sense an Oath is obligatory, it will be fit to shew, what it is to be so obliged,
And lastly After having considered in what cases, and according to whose sense an Oath is obligatory, it will be fit to show, what it is to be so obliged,
cc ord p-acp vhg vvn p-acp r-crq n2, cc vvg p-acp rg-crq n1 dt n1 vbz j, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi av vvn,
how great the obligation of an Oath is, that we may both see with how much justice the keeping of Oaths is required of all those who do expect Gods favour,
how great the obligation of an Oath is, that we may both see with how much Justice the keeping of Oaths is required of all those who do expect God's favour,
if a man promise to another the use of his house which afterwards happens to be burnt down, no man will think the promiser at all blameable in such a case,
if a man promise to Another the use of his house which afterwards happens to be burned down, no man will think the promiser At all blameable in such a case,
And therefore if a man hath not sworn in justice, that is to say, if he hath sworn to any unjust or dishonest action, he is not obliged to perform according to what he hath sworn;
And Therefore if a man hath not sworn in Justice, that is to say, if he hath sworn to any unjust or dishonest actium, he is not obliged to perform according to what he hath sworn;
cc av cs dt n1 vhz xx vvn p-acp n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, cs pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d j cc j n1, pns31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn;
or of a Master by that of his Servant. Thus in the 30th. of Numbers, the vow of a woman being in her Fathers house in her youth, is of no effect if her Father disallow her in the day that he heareth thereof;
or of a Master by that of his Servant. Thus in the 30th. of Numbers, the Voelli of a woman being in her Father's house in her youth, is of no Effect if her Father disallow her in the day that he hears thereof;
then no inferiors oath can be of sufficient force and validity to prejudice that power. But if there never were any such power, or if that power were given away,
then not inferiors oath can be of sufficient force and validity to prejudice that power. But if there never were any such power, or if that power were given away,
cs xx n2-jn n1 vmb vbi pp-f j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1. p-acp cs a-acp av vbdr d d n1, cc cs d n1 vbdr vvn av,
then the matter of the oath being just, and charitable, and encouraged by a lawful Authority, there being, beside the inferiors oath, the superiors own act there is perhaps scarce any pretence 0106 upon which such an oath can be accounted invalid,
then the matter of the oath being just, and charitable, and encouraged by a lawful authority, there being, beside the inferiors oath, the superiors own act there is perhaps scarce any pretence 0106 upon which such an oath can be accounted invalid,
av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbg j, cc j, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1, a-acp vbg, p-acp dt n2-jn n1, dt n2-jn d n1 pc-acp vbz av av-j d n1 crd p-acp r-crq d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn j,
as if a man should swear not to give any thing to his Children, not to alter his Will, not to give Alms to the poor, never to lend mony, never to become surety for any man;
as if a man should swear not to give any thing to his Children, not to altar his Will, not to give Alms to the poor, never to lend money, never to become surety for any man;
c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi xx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n2, xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1, xx pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j, av-x pc-acp vvi n1, av-x pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1;
if any swear to another that he will give him freely a summ of mony, he must not afterwards bestow that on the poor, upon pretence of doing a greater good:
if any swear to Another that he will give him freely a sum of money, he must not afterwards bestow that on the poor, upon pretence of doing a greater good:
5. If the matter of the oath be such, as causeth a man to doubt whether it be lawful or no, in that case, say some, juramentum valeat quantum valere potest:
5. If the matter of the oath be such, as Causes a man to doubt whither it be lawful or no, in that case, say Some, juramentum valeat quantum Valere potest:
and the best advice at such a time is, that a man should use due diligence to informe and satisfy himself, seeing God doth not require a duty of any man, which he hath not provided methods for him to understand.
and the best Advice At such a time is, that a man should use due diligence to inform and satisfy himself, seeing God does not require a duty of any man, which he hath not provided methods for him to understand.
cc dt js n1 p-acp d dt n1 vbz, cst dt n1 vmd vvi j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31, vvg np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn n2 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi.
but otherwise, namely, if the person understood what he was about, and the matter be tolerably just and equall, it is hard to allow his case to have been so bad,
but otherwise, namely, if the person understood what he was about, and the matter be tolerably just and equal, it is hard to allow his case to have been so bad,
though it be limited, as Civilianus will have it, to fear that may fall in constantem virum. For, suppose a man justly condemned to dye, should offer money to save his life,
though it be limited, as Civilianus will have it, to Fear that may fallen in constantem virum. For, suppose a man justly condemned to die, should offer money to save his life,
And therefore if a man, to save his life, swears, even to theeves and robbers, to do any thing that is not otherwise unlawful, his fear is no sufficient plea to recede from such an oath,
And Therefore if a man, to save his life, swears, even to thieves and robbers, to do any thing that is not otherwise unlawful, his Fear is no sufficient plea to recede from such an oath,
cc av cs dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vvz, av p-acp n2 cc n2, pc-acp vdi d n1 cst vbz xx av j, po31 n1 vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1,
And for the same reasons it is not lawfull, because an oath is unjustly imposed, to use equivocations or mental reservations, which are as bad as downright falsehoods, as will appear anon.
And for the same Reasons it is not lawful, Because an oath is unjustly imposed, to use equivocations or mental reservations, which Are as bad as downright falsehoods, as will appear anon.
cc p-acp dt d n2 pn31 vbz xx j, c-acp dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi n2 cc j n2, r-crq vbr a-acp j c-acp j n2, c-acp vmb vvi av.
or the consequences of his promissory oath, are more sit to be placed under the 2d. general head of this discourse, when we come to shew in what sense an oath ought to be taken.
or the consequences of his promissory oath, Are more fit to be placed under the 2d. general head of this discourse, when we come to show in what sense an oath ought to be taken.
And these circumstances we need not consider apart, but may give a general rule, once for all, that none of them can be a sufficient excuse for any man to break his oath.
And these Circumstances we need not Consider apart, but may give a general Rule, once for all, that none of them can be a sufficient excuse for any man to break his oath.
cc d n2 pns12 vvb xx vvi av, cc-acp vmb vvi dt j n1, a-acp p-acp d, cst pix pp-f pno32 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1.
and therefore every one, how false soever he is, or may have been himself, yet so long as he is partaker of human nature, retains a right to be faithfully dealt withall by other men.
and Therefore every one, how false soever he is, or may have been himself, yet so long as he is partaker of human nature, retains a right to be faithfully dealt withal by other men.
cc av d crd, c-crq j av pns31 vbz, cc vmb vhi vbn px31, av av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz n1 pp-f j n1, vvz dt j-jn pc-acp vbi av-j vvn av p-acp j-jn n2.
And, if it be sufficient to allege, that he hath broken his faith with God, we may by the same reason, pretend to a liberty of breaking our faith with any man, that hath ever broken his Baptismal vow.
And, if it be sufficient to allege, that he hath broken his faith with God, we may by the same reason, pretend to a liberty of breaking our faith with any man, that hath ever broken his Baptismal Voelli.
Concerning the oath of Josua and the Princes of Israel to the Gibeonites, it is very well known, that they held themselves with the greatest exactness bound to keep it,
Concerning the oath of Joshua and the Princes of Israel to the Gibeonites, it is very well known, that they held themselves with the greatest exactness bound to keep it,
vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt np1, pn31 vbz av av vvn, cst pns32 vvd px32 p-acp dt js n1 vvn pc-acp vvi pn31,
For I call that leave, and not a command of God to destroy the seven Nationr. Deut. 20.17. and Mr. Selden in his book de jure naturali & gentium juxta doctrinam Hebraeorum, says, the antient Rabbins did so expound it.
For I call that leave, and not a command of God to destroy the seven Nationr. Deuteronomy 20.17. and Mr. Selden in his book de jure naturali & gentium juxta Doctrinam Hebrews, Says, the ancient Rabbis did so expound it.
p-acp pns11 vvb d n1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt crd n1. np1 crd. cc n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, vvz, dt j n2 vdd av vvi pn31.
all other they took in battle. For it was of the Lord to harden their hearts, that they should come against Israel in battle, that he might destroy them utterly, and that they might have no favour,
all other they took in battle. For it was of the Lord to harden their hearts, that they should come against Israel in battle, that he might destroy them utterly, and that they might have no favour,
by which it seems, that there had been no necessity of destroying the rest of those Nations, had they offered themselves voluntarily to become Tributaries and Servants,
by which it seems, that there had been no necessity of destroying the rest of those nations, had they offered themselves voluntarily to become Tributaries and Servants,
and had not their hearts been hardened to come against Israel in battle. Moreover, if Gods command had been absolute, we must either suppose some private Revelation to recall it, which is unlikely, seeing it is not that,
and had not their hearts been hardened to come against Israel in battle. Moreover, if God's command had been absolute, we must either suppose Some private Revelation to Recall it, which is unlikely, seeing it is not that,
cc vhd xx po32 n2 vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1. av, cs npg1 n1 vhd vbn j, pns12 vmb av-d vvi d j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, r-crq vbz j, vvg pn31 vbz xx d,
and that we may be assured it was for that, and no other cause, he saith expressly, 2. Sam. 21.1. It is for Saul and for his bloudy house, because he slew the Gibeonites.
and that we may be assured it was for that, and no other cause, he Says expressly, 2. Sam. 21.1. It is for Saul and for his bloody house, Because he slew the Gibeonites.
Hitherto nothing seems to hinder, but that we may take it for a general rule, that he who hath sworn to his neighbour must not change; for in the first rank of cases, where the matter was unlawfull or impossible, the oath was irrecoverably false;
Hitherto nothing seems to hinder, but that we may take it for a general Rule, that he who hath sworn to his neighbour must not change; for in the First rank of cases, where the matter was unlawful or impossible, the oath was irrecoverably false;
and in the second rank, where the person was not in a condirion to understand what he was about, no oath can properly be said to have been taken at all.
and in the second rank, where the person was not in a condirion to understand what he was about, no oath can properly be said to have been taken At all.
cc p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq dt n1 vbds xx p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vbds a-acp, dx n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp d.
For which reason we may not precisely, without limitation, accept the sense of the swearer, or of the imposer, or that which the words of the oath will bear. 1. Not of the swearer;
For which reason we may not precisely, without limitation, accept the sense of the swearer, or of the imposer, or that which the words of the oath will bear. 1. Not of the swearer;
p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vmb xx av-j, p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, cc cst r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi. crd xx pp-f dt n1;
because he may equivocate, or use mental reserves; he may (as the Jesuites commonly allow) say the words of the oath, and not intend to swear, or intend to swear, and not intend to be obliged;
Because he may equivocate, or use mental reserves; he may (as the Jesuits commonly allow) say the words of the oath, and not intend to swear, or intend to swear, and not intend to be obliged;
c-acp pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvi j vvz; pns31 vmb (c-acp dt np2 av-j vvb) vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc xx vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vvb pc-acp vvi, cc xx vvi pc-acp vbi vvn;
1. No man can save himself harmless by equivocation; that is to say, by swearing to what he knows to be false, in the sense of him to whom he sweareth,
1. No man can save himself harmless by equivocation; that is to say, by swearing to what he knows to be false, in the sense of him to whom he Sweareth,
And therefore if there be any such thing as perjury, that man is guilty of it, who swears to that, which he knows or thinks to be false, in the sense wherein he would have the imposer to understand him. 2. And the same reason will condemn mental reservations, when a man keeps something in his mind, which added to a saying, otherwise false,
And Therefore if there be any such thing as perjury, that man is guilty of it, who swears to that, which he knows or thinks to be false, in the sense wherein he would have the imposer to understand him. 2. And the same reason will condemn mental reservations, when a man keeps something in his mind, which added to a saying, otherwise false,
cc av cs pc-acp vbb d d n1 p-acp n1, cst n1 vbz j pp-f pn31, r-crq vvz p-acp d, r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz pc-acp vbi j, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. crd cc dt d n1 vmb vvi j n2, c-crq dt n1 vvz pi p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n-vvg, av j,
and more opposite to the end of an oath, then equivocation; because equivocation may be hindred, where due care and diligence is used that there be no ambiguity of words;
and more opposite to the end of an oath, then equivocation; Because equivocation may be hindered, where due care and diligence is used that there be no ambiguity of words;
cc av-dc j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av n1; c-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq j-jn n1 cc n1 vbz vvn cst pc-acp vbi dx n1 pp-f n2;
yet it will not follow from hence, that a man may swear to what he thinks unjust, using for a private Salvo, so far as it is agreeable to the rules of justice.
yet it will not follow from hence, that a man may swear to what he thinks unjust, using for a private Salvo, so Far as it is agreeable to the rules of Justice.
and agreeable to those rules, which he is otherwise bound to observe and keep. Nevertheless, where some particular reservations are publickly known and granted, by them that do require,
and agreeable to those rules, which he is otherwise bound to observe and keep. Nevertheless, where Some particular reservations Are publicly known and granted, by them that do require,
cc j p-acp d n2, r-crq pns31 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi. av, c-crq d j n2 vbr av-j vvn cc vvn, p-acp pno32 cst vdb vvi,
But when a man speaks the words of an oath, to the intent that he may be thought to swear, by the person to whom the oath was to be directed, whatever else his intentions were, he hath undoubtedly sworn;
But when a man speaks the words of an oath, to the intent that he may be Thought to swear, by the person to whom the oath was to be directed, whatever Else his intentions were, he hath undoubtedly sworn;
that no oath can oblige beyond the intention of him that swears, and by consequence, he that swears having no intention to be obliged, cannot be bound to any thing at all.
that no oath can oblige beyond the intention of him that swears, and by consequence, he that swears having no intention to be obliged, cannot be bound to any thing At all.
and at the same time intend to do quite contrary? what can be more absurd then to, suppose that both these sins may be taken off, by adding a third sin of Hypocrisy? But as we may not, without limitation, accept the sense of the swearer, so neither
and At the same time intend to do quite contrary? what can be more absurd then to, suppose that both these Sins may be taken off, by adding a third since of Hypocrisy? But as we may not, without limitation, accept the sense of the swearer, so neither
cc p-acp dt d n1 vvb pc-acp vdi av j-jn? q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j cs p-acp, vvb cst d d n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, p-acp vvg dt ord n1 pp-f n1? cc-acp c-acp pns12 vmb xx, p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av av-dx
It being unreasonable to give him so great a power over another mans conscience, as to oblige him, especially when the oath is deceitfully worded, to a sense very different from,
It being unreasonable to give him so great a power over Another men conscience, as to oblige him, especially when the oath is deceitfully worded, to a sense very different from,
thus the oath of Josua held good, though the error, that the Gibeonites came from a far Country, gave cause to that oath, which ratified a League, that would hardly else have been granted to a people which was so numerous,
thus the oath of Joshua held good, though the error, that the Gibeonites Come from a Far Country, gave cause to that oath, which ratified a League, that would hardly Else have been granted to a people which was so numerous,
av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd j, cs dt n1, cst dt np1 vvd p-acp dt j n1, vvd n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvd dt n1, cst vmd av av vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds av j,
and though the damage may possibly be so great, that the other ought in equity to release him, (too rigorous exacting of justice, being sometimes no better then an injury) yet it is not sit that he who is a debter to another man, should, upon pretence of some private inconveniences, have power to release himself.
and though the damage may possibly be so great, that the other ought in equity to release him, (too rigorous exacting of Justice, being sometime no better then an injury) yet it is not fit that he who is a debtor to Another man, should, upon pretence of Some private inconveniences, have power to release himself.
cc cs dt n1 vmb av-j vbi av j, cst dt j-jn pi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (av j vvg pp-f n1, vbg av av-dx av-jc cs dt n1) av pn31 vbz xx j cst pns31 r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vmd, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n2, vhb n1 pc-acp vvi px31.
But if the act be manifestly hurtfull to the person for whose sake the oath was taken, (manifestly, I say, to exclude certain possible or probable harms, such as temptations to sin, which every thing in the world may at sometimes afford) then an oath is invalid;
But if the act be manifestly hurtful to the person for whose sake the oath was taken, (manifestly, I say, to exclude certain possible or probable harms, such as temptations to since, which every thing in the world may At sometime afford) then an oath is invalid;
cc-acp cs dt n1 vbb av-j j p-acp dt n1 p-acp rg-crq n1 dt n1 vbds vvn, (av-j, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi j j cc j n2, d c-acp n2 p-acp n1, r-crq d n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb p-acp av vvi) av dt n1 vbz j;
not because of the swearers error, but by reason of the other mans power of relingquishing or commuting that which is his own, which if he either wanted opportunity,
not Because of the swearers error, but by reason of the other men power of relingquishing or commuting that which is his own, which if he either wanted opportunity,
xx p-acp pp-f dt n2 n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn ng1 n1 pp-f j-vvg cc vvg cst r-crq vbz po31 d, r-crq cs pns31 d vvd n1,
it being contrary to all equity, that a man who owes another a good turn, under pretence of exactness in keeping his promise, should have liberty to do him harm;
it being contrary to all equity, that a man who owes Another a good turn, under pretence of exactness in keeping his promise, should have liberty to do him harm;
or uprightly to discharge some particular office therein, when perhaps he doth not know all the Statutes belonging to such a Corporation, or all the duties incumbent upon such an office? I say, upon this occasion two questions may be asked. 1. Whether every one that hath thus sworn is guilty of a rash oath,
or uprightly to discharge Some particular office therein, when perhaps he does not know all the Statutes belonging to such a Corporation, or all the duties incumbent upon such an office? I say, upon this occasion two questions may be asked. 1. Whither every one that hath thus sworn is guilty of a rash oath,
cc av-j pc-acp vvi d j n1 av, c-crq av pns31 vdz xx vvi d dt n2 vvg p-acp d dt n1, cc d dt n2 vvn p-acp d dt n1? pns11 vvb, p-acp d n1 crd n2 vmb vbi vvn. crd cs d pi cst vhz av vvn vbz j pp-f dt j n1,
as having sworn to more then he knows? 2. Whether an oath taken in words so comprehensive, doth oblige to the performance of every Statute? To resolve which questions we are to consider, what is either already expressly declared to be,
as having sworn to more then he knows? 2. Whither an oath taken in words so comprehensive, does oblige to the performance of every Statute? To resolve which questions we Are to Consider, what is either already expressly declared to be,
c-acp vhg vvn p-acp dc cs pns31 vvz? crd cs dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 av j, vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1? p-acp vvi r-crq n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, q-crq vbz d av av-j vvn pc-acp vbi,
doubtless the intention of the Legislator was not, that every one should know, what those Statutes were before-hand, it being neither likely that they should be known,
doubtless the intention of the Legislator was not, that every one should know, what those Statutes were beforehand, it being neither likely that they should be known,
therefore the obligation was never intended, to lye upon any man farther, then those Laws and Customs with common diligence should come to his knowledge.
Therefore the obligation was never intended, to lie upon any man farther, then those Laws and Customs with Common diligence should come to his knowledge.
av dt n1 vbds av-x vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 av-jc, cs d n2 cc n2 p-acp j n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1.
It is farther observable, that he who finds any of them afterwards greivous to be born, may be relinquishing his privilege become free from his obligation.
It is farther observable, that he who finds any of them afterwards grievous to be born, may be relinquishing his privilege become free from his obligation.
In order to give answer to the 2d. query, how far such an oath doth extend? we may be assured that the principal intention of every Legislator is, to preserve his Corporation that he makes Laws for.
In order to give answer to the 2d. query, how Far such an oath does extend? we may be assured that the principal intention of every Legislator is, to preserve his Corporation that he makes Laws for.
if we be content, without opposing of Authority, to undergoe the penalty annexed; which is sometimes full as beneficial to the Society, as a punctual observance of Statutes;
if we be content, without opposing of authority, to undergo the penalty annexed; which is sometime full as beneficial to the Society, as a punctual observance of Statutes;
Again whereas 'tis possible, that among a great number of Statutes one may be found to contradict another, every one that hath sworn to observe the said Statutes, cannot for that reason be said to be guilty of perjury,
Again whereas it's possible, that among a great number of Statutes one may be found to contradict Another, every one that hath sworn to observe the said Statutes, cannot for that reason be said to be guilty of perjury,
av cs pn31|vbz j, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 crd vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi j-jn, d pi cst vhz vvn pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n2, vmbx p-acp d n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1,
because the latter Statute, if made by equal authority, doth invalidate the former, so that no man is any longer obliged to observe the former Statute,
Because the latter Statute, if made by equal Authority, does invalidate the former, so that no man is any longer obliged to observe the former Statute,
c-acp dt d n1, cs vvn p-acp j-jn n1, vdz vvi dt j, av cst dx n1 vbz d av-jc vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1,
so that the words are no otherwise to be observed, then as they are subservient to the principal designe, according to which a man is obliged to perform,
so that the words Are not otherwise to be observed, then as they Are subservient to the principal Design, according to which a man is obliged to perform,
av cst dt n2 vbr xx av pc-acp vbi vvn, av c-acp pns32 vbr fw-fr p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi,
In vain therefore did those men think to avoid breach of faith, who having made a truce for several days, fell upon their enemies quarters after Sun set, pretending that the nights were not included;
In vain Therefore did those men think to avoid breach of faith, who having made a truce for several days, fell upon their enemies quarters After Sun Set, pretending that the nights were not included;
and the Council of Constance, that burnt Huss after promise of safe conduct, unless they have a better excuse, then we read of in Molanus, namely, that it was promised he should come safe thither,
and the Council of Constance, that burned Huss After promise of safe conduct, unless they have a better excuse, then we read of in Molanus, namely, that it was promised he should come safe thither,
By what hath been said, we may be directed in the resolution of such difficulties as ordinarily do occur upon this subject, without being inquisitive after evry little nicety, without medling with every shift or evasion that hath been invented by some men, who seeme to have made it their business to entangle their duty, and render it unintelligible. And we find Prov. 20.25. that it is a Snare to a man to devour that which is Holy, and after vows to make enquiry:
By what hath been said, we may be directed in the resolution of such difficulties as ordinarily do occur upon this Subject, without being inquisitive After every little nicety, without meddling with every shift or evasion that hath been invented by Some men, who seem to have made it their business to entangle their duty, and render it unintelligible. And we find Curae 20.25. that it is a Snare to a man to devour that which is Holy, and After vows to make enquiry:
p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp av-j vdb vvi p-acp d n-jn, p-acp vbg j p-acp d j n1, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 cc n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp d n2, r-crq vvb pc-acp vhi vvn pn31 po32 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvb pn31 j. cc pns12 vvb np1 crd. cst pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j, cc p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n1:
to bring upon himself those facred and venerable obligations, and afterwards, instead of performing according to them, to seek ways how dispensed with, or how to come off.
to bring upon himself those facred and venerable obligations, and afterwards, instead of performing according to them, to seek ways how dispensed with, or how to come off.
pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 d j cc j n2, cc av, av pp-f vvg p-acp p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi n2 c-crq vvn p-acp, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi a-acp.
For though it sufficiently appears from what hath been already spoken, that in some circumstances a man may have a very just cause, to consult and to advise both with himself and others, about the performance of his oath;
For though it sufficiently appears from what hath been already spoken, that in Some Circumstances a man may have a very just cause, to consult and to Advice both with himself and Others, about the performance of his oath;
p-acp cs pn31 av-j vvz p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av vvn, cst p-acp d n2 dt n1 vmb vhi dt j j n1, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi d p-acp px31 cc n2-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
when men swear by Creatures, as was the custome among the antients, to swear by those especially that were most near and dear to them) then they desire of God, according as they speak true or false, a signal favour or an exemplary punishment in those Creatures.
when men swear by Creatures, as was the custom among the ancients, to swear by those especially that were most near and dear to them) then they desire of God, according as they speak true or false, a signal favour or an exemplary punishment in those Creatures.
c-crq n2 vvb p-acp n2, c-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n2-j, pc-acp vvi p-acp d av-j cst vbdr av-ds j cc j-jn p-acp pno32) cs pns32 vvb pp-f np1, vvg c-acp pns32 vvb j cc j, dt n1 n1 cc dt j n1 p-acp d n2.
For in such oaths a man desireth of God, as a punishment if he sweareth falsely, that God will not hear him in his Temple, or that he will not hereafter bring him to,
For in such Oaths a man Desires of God, as a punishment if he Sweareth falsely, that God will not hear him in his Temple, or that he will not hereafter bring him to,
c-acp p-acp d n2 dt n1 vvz pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1 cs pns31 vvz av-j, cst np1 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc cst pns31 vmb xx av vvi pno31 p-acp,
And from that clause of ours, so help me God and by the contents of this Book, we may see what great care we ought to take, to perform according to what we have sworn,
And from that clause of ours, so help me God and by the contents of this Book, we may see what great care we ought to take, to perform according to what we have sworn,
cc p-acp d n1 pp-f png12, av vvb pno11 np1 cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, pns12 vmb vvi r-crq j n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn,
because otherwise we renounce that upon which alone we can depend for Salvation, we shut our selves out from that common interest which God Almighty doth allow us in his mercy and favour, of which the Gospel is the sole conveyance.
Because otherwise we renounce that upon which alone we can depend for Salvation, we shut our selves out from that Common Interest which God Almighty does allow us in his mercy and favour, of which the Gospel is the sole conveyance.
Again, whereas an oath duly and considerately taken, implies a pious acknowledgement of Gods cheif Attributes and prerogatives, his omnipresence, omniscience, omnipotence, justice and veracity;
Again, whereas an oath duly and considerately taken, Implies a pious acknowledgement of God's chief Attributes and prerogatives, his omnipresence, omniscience, omnipotence, Justice and veracity;
av, cs dt n1 av-jn cc av-j vvn, vvz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n-jn n2 cc n2, po31 n1, n1, n1, n1 cc n1;
and confequently is a part of Religious worship, and as such enjoyned by God Deut. 6.13. Thou shalt fear the Lord thy God, and serve him, and shalt swear by his Name;
and consequently is a part of Religious worship, and as such enjoined by God Deuteronomy 6.13. Thou shalt Fear the Lord thy God, and serve him, and shalt swear by his Name;
cc av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc c-acp d vvd p-acp np1 np1 crd. pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1, cc vvi pno31, cc vm2 vvi p-acp po31 n1;
It is an high advantage and privilege which God vouchsafeth to us, in that he gives us leave upon urgent and weighty causes to make use of his glorious Name,
It is an high advantage and privilege which God vouchsafeth to us, in that he gives us leave upon urgent and weighty Causes to make use of his glorious Name,
If therefore we take it up to avouch a falsehood, we are exceedingly ungratefull, we falsify that Seal, we profane that dreadfull Name, we apply that which is most sacred to the worst of uses.
If Therefore we take it up to avouch a falsehood, we Are exceedingly ungrateful, we falsify that Seal, we profane that dreadful Name, we apply that which is most sacred to the worst of uses.
If we hope after so great a crime to escape unpunished, we do in effect ascribe that to God which is the Character of the Devil, that he is the Patron and encourager of lyes;
If we hope After so great a crime to escape unpunished, we do in Effect ascribe that to God which is the Character of the devil, that he is the Patron and encourager of lies;
he therefore that endeavours to bring God to share with him in his sin, puts him to a greater shame, offers a more hainous aftront and indignity to Christ,
he Therefore that endeavours to bring God to share with him in his since, puts him to a greater shame, offers a more heinous aftront and indignity to christ,
pns31 av d n2 pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vvz pno31 p-acp dt jc vvi, vvz dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1,
This sin contains something in it peculiar which makes repentance more difficult to be practised, pardon more hardly to be obtained, then in most others.
This since contains something in it peculiar which makes Repentance more difficult to be practised, pardon more hardly to be obtained, then in most Others.
d n1 vvz pi p-acp pn31 j r-crq vvz n1 av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn, vvb av-dc av pc-acp vbi vvn, av p-acp ds n2-jn.
For with that face can a man invoke that Mercy which he hath expressly renounced? how just is it, that he who hath thus disclaimed Gods favour, should be forsaken when he stands most in need of it? that he who hath thus abused the Holy Name of God, should not be heard when calleth upon that Name? although it be otherwise,
For with that face can a man invoke that Mercy which he hath expressly renounced? how just is it, that he who hath thus disclaimed God's favour, should be forsaken when he Stands most in need of it? that he who hath thus abused the Holy Name of God, should not be herd when calls upon that Name? although it be otherwise,
because it is a violation of friendship, and an absolute contradiction to that golden rule, of doing to others as we would they should do to us, (every man being apt to complain that he is hardly dealt withall, whensoever any by such artifices hath circumvented him;) and lastly,
Because it is a violation of friendship, and an absolute contradiction to that golden Rule, of doing to Others as we would they should do to us, (every man being apt to complain that he is hardly dealt withal, whensoever any by such artifices hath circumvented him;) and lastly,
c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp d j n1, pp-f vdg pc-acp n2-jn p-acp pns12 vmd pns32 vmd vdi p-acp pno12, (d n1 vbg j pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz av vvn av, c-crq d p-acp d fw-la vhz vvn pno31;) cc ord,
if Faith, that is, fidelity in our pacts and promises be, as our Saviour tells us Mat. 23.23. one of the most weighty matters of the Divine Law; what then will our condition be,
if Faith, that is, Fidis in our pacts and promises be, as our Saviour tells us Mathew 23.23. one of the most weighty matters of the Divine Law; what then will our condition be,
so that by breaking them we not only deserve, but in express terms invoke the vengeance of God, we do as it were engage God in honour, to vindicate his Name and his attributes from the abuses and contempts that we have put upon them.
so that by breaking them we not only deserve, but in express terms invoke the vengeance of God, we do as it were engage God in honour, to vindicate his Name and his attributes from the Abuses and contempts that we have put upon them.
for if any thing by such oaths is given to them, who doubts but that they may recede from their own right, which any man else hath liberty to do? and such oaths as would take any thing unjustly from them or any others, would be void without a dispensation. Neither yet can it be denied,
for if any thing by such Oaths is given to them, who doubts but that they may recede from their own right, which any man Else hath liberty to do? and such Oaths as would take any thing unjustly from them or any Others, would be void without a Dispensation. Neither yet can it be denied,
c-acp cs d n1 p-acp d n2 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, r-crq vvz cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 d n-jn, r-crq d n1 av vhz n1 pc-acp vdi? cc d n2 c-acp vmd vvi d n1 av-j p-acp pno32 cc d n2-jn, vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1. av-d av vmb pn31 vbi vvn,
as in other respects, so particularly about that sacred bond, which no cause (saving such limitations as we have already taken notice of) can justify the violation of.
as in other respects, so particularly about that sacred bound, which no cause (Saving such limitations as we have already taken notice of) can justify the violation of.
c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av av-j p-acp cst j n1, r-crq dx n1 (vvg d n2 c-acp pns12 vhb av vvn n1 pp-f) vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f.
But whatever others may say in some circumstances is lawfull to be done for their Religion, I hope none of us do suppose such a practice allowable for the sake of our own;
But whatever Others may say in Some Circumstances is lawful to be done for their Religion, I hope none of us do suppose such a practice allowable for the sake of our own;
We must not do evill, and if not any, then certainly not so great an evill, that good may come. God stands not in need of our good, much less of our evil actions.
We must not do evil, and if not any, then Certainly not so great an evil, that good may come. God Stands not in need of our good, much less of our evil actions.
pns12 vmb xx vdi j-jn, cc cs xx d, av av-j xx av j dt j-jn, cst j vmb vvi. np1 vvz xx p-acp n1 pp-f po12 j, av-d av-dc pp-f po12 j-jn n2.
But if her husband altogether hold his peace at her, from day to day; them he establishethall her vows, or all her bonds which are upon her; he confirmeththem, because he held his peace at her, in the day that he heard them. Numb. 30.14.
But if her husband altogether hold his peace At her, from day to day; them he establishethall her vows, or all her bonds which Are upon her; he confirmeththem, Because he held his peace At her, in the day that he herd them. Numb. 30.14.
cc-acp cs po31 n1 av vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; pno32 pns31 av po31 n2, cc d po31 n2 r-crq vbr p-acp pno31; pns31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvd pno32. j. crd.
