The good old cause, or, The divine captain characteriz'd in a sermon (not preach'd, nor needful to be preach'd, in any place so properly as in a camp) by Edm. Hickeringill ...

Hickeringill, Edmund, 1631-1708
Publisher: Printed for John Dunton
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1692
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A43620 ESTC ID: R7616 STC ID: H1807
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century; Soldiers;
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0 THE Good Old Cause: OR, THE Divine Captain Characteriz'd. II SAM. X. 12. Be of good Courage, and let us play the Men, for our People, and the Cities of our GOD; THE Good Old Cause: OR, THE Divine Captain Characterized. II SAM. X. 12. Be of good Courage, and let us play the Men, for our People, and the Cities of our GOD; dt j j n1: cc, dt j-jn n1 vvn. crd np1. fw-la crd vbb pp-f j n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi dt n2, p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 and the Lord do what seemeth him good. and the Lord do what seems him good. cc dt n1 vdb r-crq vvz pno31 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 GEnerals of Armies have usually in all Ages, amongst all Nations, made a Speech to encourage their Souldiers when drawn up in Battel-aray, and ready to engage: GEnerals of Armies have usually in all Ages, among all nations, made a Speech to encourage their Soldiers when drawn up in Battle array, and ready to engage: n2 pp-f n2 vhb av-j p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2, vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 c-crq vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc j pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 Such a Speech is this Text, made by Joab, (King David 's General) when his Army stood in battalia, ready to fight the Enemy that had beset them Front and Reer, the Syrians in the Front, and the Ammonites in the Reer; no way left to run away, they must either fight or dye; Such a Speech is this Text, made by Joab, (King David is General) when his Army stood in battalions, ready to fight the Enemy that had beset them Front and Rear, the Syrians in the Front, and the Ammonites in the Rear; no Way left to run away, they must either fight or die; d dt n1 vbz d n1, vvn p-acp np1, (n1 np1 vbz j) c-crq po31 n1 vvd p-acp n2, j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vhd vvn pno32 n1 cc vvi, dt np1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt np2 p-acp dt vvb; dx n1 vvn p-acp vvb av, pns32 vmb av-d vvi cc vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 nay, fight, that they may not be killed. nay, fight, that they may not be killed. uh-x, n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 In this desperate state, the General faces his Army to the Front and Reer, the Front he leads himself against the Syrians, the other half of his Army his Brother Abishai led against the Ammonites. In this desperate state, the General faces his Army to the Front and Rear, the Front he leads himself against the Syrians, the other half of his Army his Brother Abishai led against the Ammonites. p-acp d j n1, dt j n2 po31 n1 p-acp dt vvb cc vvi, dt n1 pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt np1, dt j-jn n-jn pp-f po31 n1 po31 n1 np1 vvn p-acp dt np2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
6 In this posture the Army was drawn up in the face of their Enemies, when the valiant Joab, made a Speech, addressing himself, particularly to his valiant Brother Abishai, saying, If the Syrians be too strong for me, then thou shalt help me; In this posture the Army was drawn up in the face of their Enemies, when the valiant Joab, made a Speech, addressing himself, particularly to his valiant Brother Abishai, saying, If the Syrians be too strong for me, then thou shalt help me; p-acp d n1 dt n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, c-crq dt j np1, vvd dt n1, vvg px31, av-j p-acp po31 j n1 np1, vvg, cs dt np1 vbb av j c-acp pno11, cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 but if the Children of Ammon be too strong for thee, then I will help thee. but if the Children of Ammon be too strong for thee, then I will help thee. cc-acp cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vbi av j p-acp pno21, cs pns11 vmb vvi pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 Be of good Courage, and let us play the men, for our People and the Cities of our God; Be of good Courage, and let us play the men, for our People and the Cities of our God; vbb pp-f j n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi dt n2, p-acp po12 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
9 and the Lord do what seemeth him good. and the Lord do what seems him good. cc dt n1 vdb r-crq vvz pno31 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
10 In my opinion this is the most pithy and succinct, as well as the most divine Speech of a noble General that ever I met with. In my opinion this is the most pithy and succinct, as well as the most divine Speech of a noble General that ever I met with. p-acp po11 n1 d vbz dt av-ds j cc n1, c-acp av c-acp dt av-ds j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 cst av pns11 vvd p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
11 In the former part he speaks like a good Souldier, like a brave man; in the latter part like a Divine, like a good man: In the former part he speaks like a good Soldier, like a brave man; in the latter part like a Divine, like a good man: p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz av-j dt j n1, av-j dt j n1; p-acp dt d n1 av-j dt j-jn, av-j dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
12 For, Joab did not buy his Place, nor make Friends at Court to intercede, nor claimed Kindred to the Blood Royal; For, Joab did not buy his Place, nor make Friends At Court to intercede, nor claimed Kindred to the Blood Royal; c-acp, np1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1, ccx vvi n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, ccx vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
13 and yet he might, for the King was his Cousin-Germain; but he won the place by his Sword. and yet he might, for the King was his Cousin-Germain; but he wone the place by his Sword. cc av pns31 vmd, p-acp dt n1 vbds po31 np1; cc-acp pns31 vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
14 For, King David had pass'd his royal Word, that he that first smote the Jebusites, he should be Chief and Captain: For, King David had passed his royal Word, that he that First smote the Jebusites, he should be Chief and Captain: p-acp, n1 np1 vhd vvn po31 j n1, cst pns31 cst ord vvd dt n2, pns31 vmd vbi j-jn cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
15 Joab did it, and his Lieutenant-General got his Place by his Valour too; Joab did it, and his Lieutenant-General god his Place by his Valour too; np1 vdd pn31, cc po31 n1 vvn po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
16 he lift up his Sword against 300, and slew them, and had the first name amongst the second Ternary of David 's Worthies. Valour is twofold; Active and Passive. he lift up his Sword against 300, and slew them, and had the First name among the second Ternary of David is Worthies. Valour is twofold; Active and Passive. pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp crd, cc vvd pno32, cc vhd dt ord n1 p-acp dt vvb j pp-f np1 vbz n2-j. n1 vbz j; j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
17 Active Valour consists in doing hardy things, like a stout and great man. Passive Valour consists in suffering, and enduring hardship couragiously, like a pious and good man. Active Valour consists in doing hardy things, like a stout and great man. Passive Valour consists in suffering, and enduring hardship courageously, like a pious and good man. j n1 vvz p-acp vdg j n2, av-j dt j cc j n1. j n1 vvz p-acp vvg, cc j-vvg n1 av-j, av-j dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 2
18 These two sorts of Valour divide the Text into 2 parts; Active Valour in these words, Be of good courage, and let us play the men, These two sorts of Valour divide the Text into 2 parts; Active Valour in these words, Be of good courage, and let us play the men, d crd n2 pp-f n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp crd n2; j n1 p-acp d n2, vbb pp-f j n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
19 for our People and the Cities of our God. Passive Valour in these words, Let the Lord do what seemeth him good; for our People and the Cities of our God. Passive Valour in these words, Let the Lord do what seems him good; p-acp po12 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. j n1 p-acp d n2, vvb dt n1 vdb r-crq vvz pno31 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
20 or as the Chaldee Paraphrase, (none of the worst Versions) Let the Lord do whatsoever he has predestinated or fore-ordained. or as the Chaldee paraphrase, (none of the worst Versions) Let the Lord do whatsoever he has predestinated or foreordained. cc p-acp dt np1 n1, (pi pp-f dt js n2) vvb dt n1 vdb r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
21 As if he should say, Shall not He that made us and brought us into the World, have Leave to continue us, or take us out of the World, according to his own (not our ) good pleasure? Let what will come, all shall be welcome, Life or Death, Liberty or Captivity, Soundness or Loss of Limbs, Victory or Defeat, As if he should say, Shall not He that made us and brought us into the World, have Leave to continue us, or take us out of the World, according to his own (not our) good pleasure? Let what will come, all shall be welcome, Life or Death, Liberty or Captivity, Soundness or Loss of Limbs, Victory or Defeat, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, vmb xx pns31 cst vvd pno12 cc vvd pno12 p-acp dt n1, vhb n1 p-acp vvb pno12, cc vvb pno12 av pp-f dt n1, vvg p-acp po31 vvd (xx po12) j n1? vvb r-crq vmb vvi, d vmb vbi j-jn, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
22 even as best pleases Almighty God, not my will, but his be done; let the Lord do what seemeth him good. even as best Pleases Almighty God, not my will, but his be done; let the Lord do what seems him good. av c-acp av-js vvz j-jn np1, xx po11 n1, cc-acp po31 vbb vdn; vvb dt n1 vdb r-crq vvz pno31 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
23 Active Valour is made up of three Ingredients, viz. 1. A good Courage. 2. A good Conduct. 3. A good Cause. Active Valour is made up of three Ingredients, viz. 1. A good Courage. 2. A good Conduct. 3. A good Cause. j n1 vbz vvn a-acp pp-f crd n2, n1 crd dt j n1. crd dt j vvb. crd dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 3
24 These three Ingredients of Active Valour divide the first general part of the Text into three particulars. These three Ingredients of Active Valour divide the First general part of the Text into three particulars. np1 crd n2 pp-f j n1 vvi dt ord j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp crd n2-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 3
25 1. A good Courage, in this Exhortation to it; Be of good Courage. 2. A good Conduct; Let us play the men. 1. A good Courage, in this Exhortation to it; Be of good Courage. 2. A good Conduct; Let us play the men. crd dt j n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31; vbb pp-f j n1. crd dt j vvb; vvb pno12 vvi dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
26 Some are fierce and stout as Lions, and yet may have but a brutish Valour, and be fool hardy; some Are fierce and stout as Lions, and yet may have but a brutish Valour, and be fool hardy; d vbr j cc j c-acp n2, cc av vmb vhi p-acp dt j n1, cc vbi n1 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
27 except their Courage be managed with a rational and discreet Conduct, and thereby play the men. except their Courage be managed with a rational and discreet Conduct, and thereby play the men. c-acp po32 n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt j cc j vvb, cc av vvb dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
28 Though I confess, in this Criticism I follow the English Translation, which comes nearest to the Septuagint; for the Syriack and Chaldee Paraphrase have but one word to signifie both a good Courage and a good Conduct: Though I confess, in this Criticism I follow the English translation, which comes nearest to the septuagint; for the Syriac and Chaldee paraphrase have but one word to signify both a good Courage and a good Conduct: cs pns11 vvb, p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb dt jp n1, r-crq vvz js p-acp dt n1; p-acp dt np1 cc np1 n1 vhb p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vvi d dt j n1 cc dt j vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 3
29 The former is the proper act of the Hand and Heart. The latter is the proper act of the Head and Heart. The former is the proper act of the Hand and Heart. The latter is the proper act of the Head and Heart. dt j vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1. dt d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 3
30 Solomon says, A wise man is strong; Prov. 24 5. (i. e.) though his Hand be weak, yet a good Headpiece makes him strong and able to play the man. 3. Thirdly; Solomon Says, A wise man is strong; Curae 24 5. (i. e.) though his Hand be weak, yet a good Headpiece makes him strong and able to play the man. 3. Thirdly; np1 vvz, dt j n1 vbz j; np1 crd crd (uh. sy.) c-acp po31 n1 vbb j, av dt j n1 vvz pno31 j cc j pc-acp vvi dt n1. crd ord; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 3
31 A good Cause is the causa sine quâ non, the sole Ingredient necessary to qualifie and sanctifie all fighting; A good Cause is the causa sine quâ non, the sole Ingredient necessary to qualify and sanctify all fighting; dt j n1 vbz dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt j n1 j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 3
32 without a good Cause all killing is Murther; nothing but a good Cause can hallow our Swords. without a good Cause all killing is Murder; nothing but a good Cause can hallow our Swords. p-acp dt j n1 d vvg vbz n1; pix cc-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 4
33 The good Cause in the Text is, The Good Old Cause, namely, in defence of our People, and the Cities of our God. The good Cause in the Text is, The Good Old Cause, namely, in defence of our People, and the Cities of our God. dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz, dt j j n1, av, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 4
34 As if General Joab had said, Let us play the men for our Countrymen, whether they be good or bad people, they have Lives, As if General Joab had said, Let us play the men for our Countrymen, whither they be good or bad people, they have Lives, c-acp cs j np1 vhd vvn, vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 p-acp po12 n2, cs pns32 vbb j cc j n1, pns32 vhb n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 4
35 and Estates, and Liberties, in the defence whereof our Swords are drawn; and Estates, and Liberties, in the defence whereof our Swords Are drawn; cc n2, cc n2, p-acp dt n1 c-crq po12 n2 vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 4
36 they have also religious Liberties in the true Service and Worship of God, in the Cities of our God, in defence of which good Cause too we must play the men. For, all the Cities of the World, they have also religious Liberties in the true Service and Worship of God, in the Cities of our God, in defence of which good Cause too we must play the men. For, all the Cities of the World, pns32 vhb av j n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq j n1 av pns12 vmb vvi dt n2. p-acp, d dt ng1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 4
37 as inhabited by God's Creatures, might as well be called the Cities of our God, as well as the Cities of Israel, if the true Religion and Worship of God in those Cities be not meant by this Phrase, The Cities of our God. as inhabited by God's Creatures, might as well be called the Cities of our God, as well as the Cities of Israel, if the true Religion and Worship of God in those Cities be not meant by this Phrase, The Cities of our God. c-acp vvn p-acp npg1 n2, vmd c-acp av vbi vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cs dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vbb xx vvn p-acp d n1, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 4
38 Thus St. Augustine stiles his Books concerning the Church of God, (as Joab in the Text) de civitate Dei. Thus Saint Augustine stile his Books Concerning the Church of God, (as Joab in the Text) de Civitate Dei. av n1 np1 vvz po31 n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1) vdb vvi fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 4
39 Obj. But some may say, That this War, when Joab made this Speech, was not a defensive but offensive War, Object But Some may say, That this War, when Joab made this Speech, was not a defensive but offensive War, np1 p-acp d vmb vvi, cst d n1, c-crq np1 vvd d n1, vbds xx dt j p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 4
40 an invasion of the Country of the Ammonites, and the Battel was fought at the Gate of one of the Cities of the Children of Ammon, ver. 8. Ans. I answer, That notwithstanding this Invasion, this War was purely defensive: For, the Ammonites had abus'd King David 's Ambassadors, which were sent in kindness to condole the death of Hyram their late King; an invasion of the Country of the Ammonites, and the Battle was fought At the Gate of one of the Cities of the Children of Ammon, ver. 8. Ans. I answer, That notwithstanding this Invasion, this War was purely defensive: For, the Ammonites had abused King David is ambassadors, which were sent in kindness to condole the death of Hyram their late King; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cc dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, fw-la. crd np1 pns11 vvb, cst p-acp d n1, d n1 vbds av-j j: p-acp, dt np2 vhd vvn n1 np1 vbz n2, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po32 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 4
41 which was in effect the abuse of the King that sent them. which was in Effect the abuse of the King that sent them. r-crq vbds p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvd pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 4
42 And this abuse of Ambassadors has always by the Law of Nations been reckoned a just Cause of War: And this abuse of ambassadors has always by the Law of nations been reckoned a just Cause of War: cc d n1 pp-f n2 vhz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbi vvn dt j vvb pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 4
43 For this cause alone the Romans waged War with the Corinthians, the Tarentines and Illyrians; and this was once the cause of War betwixt the Emperor of Germany and the Port. For this cause alone the Romans waged War with the Corinthians, the Tarentines and Illyrians; and this was once the cause of War betwixt the Emperor of Germany and the Port. c-acp d n1 av-j dt np1 vvn n1 p-acp dt np1, dt njp2 cc njp2; cc d vbds a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 4
44 And the Ammonites here did resolve upon a War, and to that purpose hired Souldiers of Fortune, the Syrians, for Money, to fight for them against the Israelites; whereupon K. David, like a wise General, And the Ammonites Here did resolve upon a War, and to that purpose hired Soldiers of Fortune, the Syrians, for Money, to fight for them against the Israelites; whereupon K. David, like a wise General, cc dt np2 av vdd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 vvn n2 pp-f n1, dt np1, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt np1; c-crq n1 np1, av-j dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
45 since fight they must, he would not be behind-hand with his Preparations, nor stay till the Ammonites should come into his Country, since fight they must, he would not be behindhand with his Preparations, nor stay till the Ammonites should come into his Country, c-acp vvb pns32 vmb, pns31 vmd xx vbi av p-acp po31 n2, ccx vvi p-acp dt np2 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
46 and make Israel the Seat of War, but by wise Conduct, meets the coming Storm, and in defence of his People and the Cities of his God, carries the War to the Enemies Cities, where our valiant General exhorts his valiant Brother to be of good courage, &c. The first Ingredient of true active Valour is a good courage, which is threefold supernatural, natural, additional. and make Israel the Seat of War, but by wise Conduct, meets the coming Storm, and in defence of his People and the Cities of his God, carries the War to the Enemies Cities, where our valiant General exhorts his valiant Brother to be of good courage, etc. The First Ingredient of true active Valour is a good courage, which is threefold supernatural, natural, additional. cc vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp p-acp j vvb, vvz dt j-vvg n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n2, c-crq po12 j n1 vvz po31 j n1 p-acp vbb pp-f j n1, av dt ord n1 pp-f j j n1 vbz dt j n1, r-crq vbz j j, j, j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
47 1. First, Courage supernatural, which appears when God makes men more than men, by infusing his Spirit of Courage; 1. First, Courage supernatural, which appears when God makes men more than men, by infusing his Spirit of Courage; crd ord, n1 j, r-crq vvz c-crq np1 vvz n2 av-dc cs n2, p-acp vvg po31 n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 5
48 nor was there ever a great Conqueror, but he alwaies had this Spirit of God, which has been given both to good and bad men, Christians and Heathens: nor was there ever a great Conqueror, but he always had this Spirit of God, which has been given both to good and bad men, Christians and heathens: ccx vbds a-acp av dt j n1, cc-acp pns31 av vhd d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vbn vvn av-d p-acp j cc j n2, np1 cc n2-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 5
49 This was so visible, even to the Heathens, that they all built Temples to Fortune, which we call Providence, Nemo vir magnus sine afflatu divino; This was so visible, even to the heathens, that they all built Temples to Fortune, which we call Providence, Nemo vir magnus sine afflatu divino; d vbds av j, av p-acp dt n2-jn, cst pns32 d vvd n2 p-acp n1, r-crq pns12 vvb n1, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 5
50 such was Alexander, and Scypio, Caesar, Pompey, Marius, &c. such was Alexander, and Scipio, Caesar, Pompey, Marius, etc. d vbds np1, cc np1, np1, np1, np1, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 5
51 And the Heathen Historian observes, that an Athenian General ( Themistocles as I remember) never won a Battel after he had braggingly told his Countrymen, And the Heathen Historian observes, that an Athenian General (Themistocles as I Remember) never wone a Battle After he had braggingly told his Countrymen, cc dt j-jn n1 vvz, cst dt jp n1 (npg1 c-acp pns11 vvb) av vvd dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhd av-vvg vvd po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 5
52 after a great Victory, This I did, and in this Fortune had no power, After a great Victory, This I did, and in this Fortune had no power, p-acp dt j n1, d pns11 vdd, cc p-acp d n1 vhd dx n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 5
53 The Souldiers of the famous Marius thought he spoke in the fight with more than human voice, The Soldiers of the famous Marius Thought he spoke in the fight with more than human voice, dt n2 pp-f dt j np1 vvd pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp av-dc cs j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 5
54 when he fought and conquer'd that Inundation of Men, the Amnons and the Cymbers that came to swallow up his Country. when he fought and conquered that Inundation of Men, the Amnons and the Cymbers that Come to swallow up his Country. c-crq pns31 vvd cc vvn d n1 pp-f n2, dt npg1 cc dt n2 cst vvd p-acp vvb a-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 5
55 When Gideon was to be a Jesus, a Saviour to Israel, 'tis said, The spirit of the Lord came upon Gideon; When gideon was to be a jesus, a Saviour to Israel, it's said, The Spirit of the Lord Come upon gideon; c-crq np1 vbds pc-acp vbi dt np1, dt n1 p-acp np1, pn31|vbz vvd, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 5
56 the same Spirit (sometimes called Faith or good Confidence ) made Baruch and Sampson, Jeptha, David, and Samuel, to play the men above common men, who through Faith subdued Kingdoms. the same Spirit (sometime called Faith or good Confidence) made baruch and Sampson, Jephtha, David, and Samuel, to play the men above Common men, who through Faith subdued Kingdoms. dt d n1 (av vvn n1 cc j n1) vvd np1 cc np1, np1, np1, cc np1, p-acp vvb dt n2 p-acp j n2, r-crq p-acp n1 vvn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 5
57 As for instance in David, Tho' in prudent and wise conduct he could not have encountered Goliah with any weapon better that a sling and a stone, to enter that forehead where alone the Giant was unarm'd, and little expected such an Encounter; As for instance in David, Though in prudent and wise conduct he could not have encountered Goliath with any weapon better that a sling and a stone, to enter that forehead where alone the Giant was unarmed, and little expected such an Encounter; c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cs p-acp j cc j n1 pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn np1 p-acp d n1 jc d dt n1 cc dt n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 c-crq av-j dt n1 vbds vvn, cc av-j vvd d dt vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
58 yet it was a bold Faith and Trust in the Name of the Lord, that made his Heart strong and his Hand steddy. yet it was a bold Faith and Trust in the Name of the Lord, that made his Heart strong and his Hand steady. av pn31 vbds dt j n1 cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvd po31 n1 j cc po31 n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
59 And it was usual in those days, with a Sling and a Stone, before the use of Guns, to hit at an Hairs breadth, so dexterous (I had almost said) were those left-handed Benjaminites, Judg. 20.16. Judg. xx. And it was usual in those days, with a Sling and a Stone, before the use of Guns, to hit At an Hairs breadth, so dexterous (I had almost said) were those Left-handed Benjaminites, Judges 20.16. Judges xx. cc pn31 vbds j p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp vvn p-acp dt n2 n1, av j (pns11 vhd av vvn) vbdr d j np2, np1 crd. np1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
60 For, how big soever the Giant was, David was neither longer-liv'd than we, nor bigger, nor stronger, For, how big soever the Giant was, David was neither longer-lived than we, nor bigger, nor Stronger, p-acp, c-crq j av dt n1 vbds, np1 vbds dx j cs pns12, ccx jc, ccx jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
61 if so strong, as we are; if so strong, as we Are; cs av j, c-acp pns12 vbr; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
62 but the Spirit of God put into him a supernatural and superlative courage to play the man for his people and the Citys of his God. but the Spirit of God put into him a supernatural and superlative courage to play the man for his people and the Cities of his God. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp pno31 dt j cc j n1 p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 6
63 2. Secondly, Good Courage is natural, the Bounty of Nature, for which a man is indebted (as Goliah was) to the firmness of his Limbs, the goodness of his Complexion, 2. Secondly, Good Courage is natural, the Bounty of Nature, for which a man is indebted (as Goliath was) to the firmness of his Limbs, the Goodness of his Complexion, crd ord, j n1 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn (c-acp np1 vbds) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 6
64 and his happy Stars, to make him martial strong, and of good courage; such were these two Sons of Zerviah, in the Text, whom David confesses to be his overmatch and too hard for him: and his happy Stars, to make him martial strong, and of good courage; such were these two Sons of Zeruiah, in the Text, whom David Confesses to be his overmatch and too hard for him: cc po31 j n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 j j, cc pp-f j n1; d vbdr d crd n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1, r-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vbi po31 vvi cc av av-j p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 6
65 For, to his Brother Abishai this Speech is made, tho' our English Translation only says, He said; but the Septuagint adds, He said to Abishai. For, to his Brother Abishai this Speech is made, though our English translation only Says, He said; but the septuagint adds, He said to Abishai. c-acp, p-acp po31 n1 np1 d n1 vbz vvn, cs po12 np1 n1 av-j vvz, pns31 vvd; p-acp dt vvb vvz, pns31 vvd p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 6
66 Such men as are of a faint and timerous Complexion naturally have got a Caveat enter'd by Nature in their Bosoms against being listed for Souldiers. Such men as Are of a faint and timorous Complexion naturally have god a Caveat entered by Nature in their Bosoms against being listed for Soldiers. d n2 c-acp vbr pp-f dt j cc j n1 av-j vhb vvn dt fw-la vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp vbg vvd p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 6
67 Such men may be useful for the Plow, or to wrap themselves in a Gown, Such men may be useful for the Blow, or to wrap themselves in a Gown, d n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt vvb, cc pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 6
68 and serve well in the Pulpit, or to make a noise at the Bar, but the thundering of Guns and Drums will give them an Ague, and put them into a Fit of trembling: It is tempting of God, and serve well in the Pulpit, or to make a noise At the Bar, but the thundering of Guns and Drums will give them an Ague, and put them into a Fit of trembling: It is tempting of God, cc vvi av p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt vvb, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n2 cc n2 vmb vvi pno32 dt n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt j pp-f vvg: pn31 vbz vvg pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 6
69 and bidding Defiance to his Handmaid Nature, for such effeminate Constitutions (of all Employments) to turn Souldiers; let them leave the rugged and boysterous Wars to rugged and rocky. Complexions and Constitutions. and bidding Defiance to his Handmaid Nature, for such effeminate Constitutions (of all Employments) to turn Soldiers; let them leave the rugged and boisterous Wars to rugged and rocky. Complexions and Constitutions. cc vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1 n1, p-acp d j n2 (pp-f d n2) pc-acp vvi n2; vvb pno32 vvi dt j cc j n2 p-acp j cc j. n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 6
70 Some men have stiled a Souldier a necessary Evil, but I think, under Heaven, a good Souldier is one of the most necessary good things. some men have styled a Soldier a necessary Evil, but I think, under Heaven, a good Soldier is one of the most necessary good things. d n2 vhb vvn dt n1 dt j n-jn, p-acp pns11 vvb, p-acp n1, dt j n1 vbz pi pp-f dt av-ds j j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 6
71 For, as the World goes, we should lose all other good things, if it were not for those brave Souls, that play the men in defence of the innocent Infants, the weaker Sex, and weaker Men; For, as the World Goes, we should loose all other good things, if it were not for those brave Souls, that play the men in defence of the innocent Infants, the Weaker Sex, and Weaker Men; p-acp, c-acp dt n1 vvz, pns12 vmd vvi d j-jn j n2, cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d j n2, cst vvb dt n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2, dt jc n1, cc jc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 7
72 still they are our People, and a brave Souldier is their Rampart, their Bulwark, their Life guard, the only Safeguard, under God, of our People, and the Cities of our God: still they Are our People, and a brave Soldier is their Rampart, their Bulwark, their Life guard, the only Safeguard, under God, of our People, and the Cities of our God: av pns32 vbr po12 n1, cc dt j n1 vbz po32 n1, po32 n1, po32 n1 n1, dt av-j n1, p-acp np1, pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 7
73 Without these Protectors the Pulpit would be a Cypher, an empty place, the Bar unfrequented, and our Lives and Estates at the mercy of a merciless Tyrant. Without these Protectors the Pulpit would be a Cypher, an empty place, the Bar unfrequented, and our Lives and Estates At the mercy of a merciless Tyrant. p-acp d n2 dt n1 vmd vbi dt n1, dt j n1, dt vvb j, cc po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 7
74 But there are but few of these Worthies Souldiers of Natures making yet a few of them are enow to put Courage into Cowards, which is done by, But there Are but few of these Worthies Soldiers of Nature's making yet a few of them Are enough to put Courage into Cowards, which is done by, p-acp pc-acp vbr p-acp d pp-f d n2-jn n2 pp-f ng1 vvg av dt d pp-f pno32 vbr av-d pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbz vdn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 7
75 3. Thirdly, Additional Valour, which has many causes; 3. Thirdly, Additional Valour, which has many Causes; crd ord, np1 n1, r-crq vhz d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 7
76 as, First, a good Cause; it will make a Coward fight, to think that he fights for God, for his People, as, First, a good Cause; it will make a Coward fight, to think that he fights for God, for his People, c-acp, ord, dt j n1; pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 n1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 7
77 and for the Cities of our God; and for the Cities of our God; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 7
78 as we usually and truly say, That one honest man will beat two Thieves, because the guilty Conscience makes a great Thief a great Coward, and his Villany and Roguery makes him a timerous Villain and a fearful Rogue; as we usually and truly say, That one honest man will beatrice two Thieves, Because the guilty Conscience makes a great Thief a great Coward, and his Villainy and Roguery makes him a timorous Villain and a fearful Rogue; c-acp pns12 av-j cc av-j vvb, cst pi j n1 vmb vvi crd n2, p-acp dt j n1 vvz dt j n1 dt j n1, cc po31 n1 cc n1 vvz pno31 dt j n1 cc dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 7
79 whilst he that fights in a good Cause, fights for God, and God fights for him. while he that fights in a good Cause, fights for God, and God fights for him. cs pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1, vvz p-acp np1, cc np1 vvz p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 7
80 This made little David boast so triumphantly; Tho' an Host of men encamp against me, my Heart shall not fear. This made little David boast so triumphantly; Though an Host of men encamp against me, my Heart shall not Fear. d vvd j np1 vvb av av-j; cs dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp pno11, po11 n1 vmb xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 7
81 Saith he, They compassed me about like Bees, Psal. 118. but in the name of the Lord will I destroy them. Says he, They compassed me about like Bees, Psalm 118. but in the name of the Lord will I destroy them. vvz pns31, pns32 vvd pno11 p-acp j n2, np1 crd cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns11 vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 7
82 Yet there are three sorts of Fighters at this day, that play the men in a bad Cause; which I cannot dismiss without a severe Repremand from this Text; as, Yet there Are three sorts of Fighters At this day, that play the men in a bad Cause; which I cannot dismiss without a severe Repremand from this Text; as, av a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, cst vvb dt n2 p-acp dt j n1; r-crq pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1; c-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 7
83 1. First, Souldiers of Fortune, such as was these 33000 Syrians, that ran away, and fled before Joab, v. 13. they were Hackney-souldiers, hired as Hackney-horses for such a Journey, such an Expedition, Here's your Money. 1. First, Soldiers of Fortune, such as was these 33000 Syrians, that ran away, and fled before Joab, v. 13. they were Hackney-souldiers, hired as Hackney-horses for such a Journey, such an Expedition, Here's your Money. crd ord, n2 pp-f n1, d a-acp vbds d crd np1, cst vvd av, cc vvd p-acp np1, n1 crd pns32 vbdr n2, vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d dt n1, d dt n1, av|vbz po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 7
84 These Souldiers of Fortune, that fight without examining the cause, and march with the first Chapman, are the basest of Butchers; These Soldiers of Fortune, that fight without examining the cause, and march with the First Chapman, Are the Basest of Butchers; d n2 pp-f n1, cst vvb p-acp vvg dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt ord n1, vbr dt js pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 7
85 for other Butchers get a greasie living by killing Beasts, but Souldiers of Fortune live by killing men, for other Butchers get a greasy living by killing Beasts, but Soldiers of Fortune live by killing men, p-acp j-jn n2 vvb dt j j-vvg p-acp vvg n2, cc-acp n2 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp j-vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 8
86 and are meer Cannibals and Men-eaters, who (like the Bravo 's in Spain and Portugal ) have no other Trade or Profession, and Are mere Cannibals and Man-eaters, who (like the Bravo is in Spain and Portugal) have no other Trade or Profession, cc vbr j n2 cc n2, r-crq (av-j dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 cc np1) vhb dx j-jn n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 8
87 but Hackney Butchers of Men, any Men, without any other cause than that of the Switzers; they kill any body for the l'Argent. What will ye give me, saith Judas, and I will betray, but Hackney Butchers of Men, any Men, without any other cause than that of the Switzers; they kill any body for the l'Argent. What will you give me, Says Judas, and I will betray, cc-acp n1 n2 pp-f n2, d n2, p-acp d j-jn n1 cs d pp-f dt np2; pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp dt fw-fr. q-crq vmb pn22 vvi pno11, vvz np1, cc pns11 vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 8
88 and be guilty of Innocent Blood? What will ye give me a day, and I will kill, ravish, burn, and be guilty of Innocent Blood? What will you give me a day, and I will kill, ravish, burn, cc vbi j pp-f j-jn n1? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi pno11 dt n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi, vvb, vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 8
89 and murder, saith the Souldier of Fortune? And all this without any remorse, custom of Sin hardens his callous Heart, and murder, Says the Soldier of Fortune? And all this without any remorse, custom of since hardens his callous Heart, cc n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1? cc d d p-acp d n1, n1 pp-f n1 vvz po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 8
90 and makes him pittiless, and without any Bowels of Humanity, as if he had a Commission from Heaven (as Peter had in another case) Arise Peter, kill and eat. Of these St. James speaks; and makes him pitiless, and without any Bowels of Humanity, as if he had a Commission from Heaven (as Peter had in Another case) Arise Peter, kill and eat. Of these Saint James speaks; cc vvz pno31 j, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd dt n1 p-acp n1 (c-acp np1 vhd p-acp j-jn n1) vvb np1, vvb cc vvi. pp-f d n1 np1 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 8
91 from whence come Wars and sighting among you (meaning the Factions of Judas Galiloeus, and also the other Jews then in war against the Samaritans, and fought bloodily for the Money-business ) come they not hence even from your Lusts (of Avarice and Ambition) ye fight and war, ye kill, from whence come Wars and sighting among you (meaning the Factions of Judas Galiloeus, and also the other jews then in war against the Samaritans, and fought bloodily for the Money-business) come they not hence even from your Lustiest (of Avarice and Ambition) you fight and war, you kill, p-acp c-crq vvb n2 cc vvg p-acp pn22 (vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, cc av dt j-jn np2 av p-acp n1 p-acp dt njp2, cc vvd av-j p-acp dt n1) vvb pns32 xx av av p-acp po22 ng1 (pp-f n1 cc n1) pn22 vvb cc n1, pn22 vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 8
92 and desire to have, that ye may consume it upon your Lusts: and desire to have, that you may consume it upon your Lustiest: cc vvb pc-acp vhi, cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 8
93 For, a Souldier of Fortune usually consumes in Debauchery what he gets by this inhuman Butchery. Thus this Devil incarnate (like his Father the Devil) goes about like a roaring Lion, (from Country to Country) seeking whom he may devour. For, a Soldier of Fortune usually consumes in Debauchery what he gets by this inhuman Butchery. Thus this devil incarnate (like his Father the devil) Goes about like a roaring lion, (from Country to Country) seeking whom he may devour. p-acp, dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvz p-acp n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d j n1. av d n1 j (av-j po31 n1 dt n1) vvz a-acp av-j dt j-vvg n1, (p-acp n1 p-acp n1) vvg r-crq pns31 vmb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 8
94 A Prince that has a good Cause may (notwithstanding) make use of these Man-slayers or Slaughter-men, A Prince that has a good Cause may (notwithstanding) make use of these Manslayers or Slaughter-men, dt n1 cst vhz dt j n1 vmb (a-acp) vvb n1 pp-f d j cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 8
95 as Clyents sometimes see their Advocates, not so much to be for them, as that they be not hired against them: as Clients sometime see their Advocates, not so much to be for them, as that they be not hired against them: c-acp n2 av vvi po32 n2, xx av av-d pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, c-acp cst pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 8
96 though these Fellows are seldome either faithful or truly valiant; though these Fellows Are seldom either faithful or truly valiant; cs d n2 vbr av d j cc av-j j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 8
97 for he that will sell his Soul or his Life for Money, will not fear for Money to betray and sell his Prince. for he that will fell his Soul or his Life for Money, will not Fear for Money to betray and fell his Prince. c-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp n1, vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 9
98 But since they are kept (like Cocks of the Game ) that are good for nothing in Nature, But since they Are kept (like Cocks of the Game) that Are good for nothing in Nature, p-acp c-acp pns32 vbr vvn (av-j n2 pp-f dt n1) d vbr j p-acp pix p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 9
99 but to fight, these Forlorns will serve for a Forlorn, and to blunt the Enemy's Swords; but to fight, these Forlorns will serve for a Forlorn, and to blunt the Enemy's Swords; cc-acp pc-acp vvi, d n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt j, cc p-acp j dt ng1 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 9
100 for, if they will not fight, they are good for nothing but, like the Locusts of Aegypt, to eat up every green thing: for, if they will not fight, they Are good for nothing but, like the Locusts of Egypt, to eat up every green thing: p-acp, cs pns32 vmb xx vvi, pns32 vbr j p-acp pix p-acp, av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp vvb a-acp d j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 9
101 If these be Cowards, they must be punisht as all Cowards are in a well-disciplin'd Army, with present Death. If these be Cowards, they must be punished as all Cowards Are in a well-disciplined Army, with present Death. cs d vbb n2, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 vbr p-acp dt j n1, p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 9
102 For, plow they cannot, work they will not, fight they dare not, for they are alwaies unsit to dye, For, blow they cannot, work they will not, fight they Dare not, for they Are always unsit to die, p-acp, vvi pns32 vmbx, vvb pns32 vmb xx, vvb pns32 vvb xx, c-acp pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 9
103 and therefore must be afraid to dye. and Therefore must be afraid to die. cc av vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 9
104 This Locust, like other Locusts, is one of the Plagues of Mankind, good for nothing whilst it lives, This Locust, like other Locusts, is one of the Plagues of Mankind, good for nothing while it lives, d n1, av-j j-jn n2, vbz pi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, j p-acp pix cs pn31 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 9
105 but Mischiefs, and therefore, though unfit to dye, yet unfit to live. but Mischiefs, and Therefore, though unfit to die, yet unfit to live. cc-acp n2, cc av, cs j pc-acp vvi, av j pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 9
106 These are the men that nourish and foment Wars in Europe; War is their Trade, their Commodity, These Are the men that nourish and foment Wars in Europe; War is their Trade, their Commodity, d vbr dt n2 cst vvb cc n1 n2 p-acp np1; n1 vbz po32 n1, po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 9
107 and can you blame them, if they make the utmost penny they can of their Trade and Profession? But, and can you blame them, if they make the utmost penny they can of their Trade and Profession? But, cc vmb pn22 vvi pno32, cs pns32 vvb dt j n1 pns32 vmb pp-f po32 n1 cc n1? p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 9
108 as bad as this Caterpillar is, I have another in the as bad as this Caterpillar is, I have Another in the c-acp j c-acp d n1 vbz, pns11 vhb j-jn p-acp dt (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 9
109 2. Second place to expose, that always fights in a bad Cause, and therefore is worse (if worse can be) than a Souldier of Fortune; for, this Man-slayer fights as seldom as is possible, 2. Second place to expose, that always fights in a bad Cause, and Therefore is Worse (if Worse can be) than a Soldier of Fortune; for, this Manslayer fights as seldom as is possible, crd ord n1 pc-acp vvi, cst av vvz p-acp dt j vvb, cc av vbz jc (cs av-jc vmb vbi) cs dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp, d n1 vvz c-acp av a-acp vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 9
110 since he does not love fighting, but as lazy men love Work, they must starve without it; since he does not love fighting, but as lazy men love Work, they must starve without it; c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi vvg, p-acp a-acp j n2 vvb n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 9
111 he fights to eat, and if he could eat without fighting, it would be the camest Brute alive. he fights to eat, and if he could eat without fighting, it would be the camest Brutus alive. pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp vvg, pn31 vmd vbi dt vv2 n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 9
112 But, in the next place I must shew you a Hector, that loves fighting and killing in a bad Cause, as he loves his Life, nay, more than his Life or his Salvation; But, in the next place I must show you a Hector, that loves fighting and killing in a bad Cause, as he loves his Life, nay, more than his Life or his Salvation; p-acp, p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt np1, cst vvz vvg cc vvg p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1, uh, av-dc cs po31 n1 cc po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 9
113 I mean the Duelist, that thinks himself a tall fellow if he has killed his Man, I mean the Duelist, that thinks himself a tall fellow if he has killed his Man, pns11 vvb dt np1, cst vvz px31 dt j n1 cs pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 9
114 though thereby guilty of a double Murther, 1st, of his Adversary; 2dly, of himself. though thereby guilty of a double Murder, 1st, of his Adversary; 2dly, of himself. cs av j pp-f dt j-jn n1, ord, pp-f po31 n1; av, pp-f px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 9
115 So unhappy is this Man of Blood, if he dies in his Blood, and breathes Revenge to his last Breath, So unhappy is this Man of Blood, if he die in his Blood, and breathes Revenge to his last Breath, av j vbz d n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz n1 p-acp po31 ord n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 9
116 then it is a fearful thing to think of his fatal Doom; and if he kills his Adversary, 'tis Odds but he is hang'd; then it is a fearful thing to think of his fatal Doom; and if he kills his Adversary, it's Odds but he is hanged; cs pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 j n1; cc cs pns31 vvz po31 n1, pn31|vbz n2 cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 9
117 especially if all King's have such a Conscience as K. Charles I. especially if all King's have such a Conscience as K. Charles I. av-j cs d ng1 vhb d dt n1 p-acp n1 np1 pns11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 10
118 that never would pardon a Murtherer, saying, The Almighty God has enacted, that He that sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood be•shed: that never would pardon a Murderer, saying, The Almighty God has enacted, that He that sheds Man's blood, by man shall his blood be•shed: cst av-x vmd vvi dt n1, vvg, dt j-jn np1 vhz vvn, cst pns31 cst vvz ng1 n1, p-acp n1 vmb po31 n1 vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 10
119 And who am I, that should pretend a Prerogative to dispense with the Laws of the King of Kings? And who am I, that should pretend a Prerogative to dispense with the Laws of the King of Kings? cc r-crq vbm pns11, cst vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 10
120 Obj. But, may some say, would you have a Gentleman whose Honour is dearer to him than his Life, put up an Affront, especially since the neglect of demanding Satisfaction (that's the word) is not interpreted Conscience, but Cowardice, and invites a second Affront, Object But, may Some say, would you have a Gentleman whose Honour is Dearer to him than his Life, put up an Affront, especially since the neglect of demanding Satisfaction (that's the word) is not interpreted Conscience, but Cowardice, and invites a second Affront, np1 p-acp, vmb d vvi, vmd pn22 vhi dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz jc-jn p-acp pno31 cs po31 n1, vvd a-acp dt vvb, av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 (d|vbz dt n1) vbz xx vvn n1, p-acp n1, cc vvz dt ord vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 10
121 and happy the Coward that can but come near so tame a thing, that he may safely kick it? and happy the Coward that can but come near so tame a thing, that he may safely kick it? cc j dt n1 cst vmb cc-acp vvi av-j av j dt n1, cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi pn31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 10
122 Ans. To which I answer, That I knew not which is better, Death or Life; they are indifferent things, and only good or bad as they are circumstantiated; Ans. To which I answer, That I knew not which is better, Death or Life; they Are indifferent things, and only good or bad as they Are circumstantiated; np1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, cst pns11 vvd xx r-crq vbz av-jc, n1 cc n1; pns32 vbr j n2, cc av-j j cc j c-acp pns32 vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 10
123 a man of Honour will either live in Honour or dye in Honour. a man of Honour will either live in Honour or die in Honour. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-d vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 10
124 But, by Honour I mean not that Puff, or Blast, or Vapour which has no affinity with Reason, Honesty, But, by Honour I mean not that Puff, or Blast, or Vapour which has no affinity with Reason, Honesty, p-acp, p-acp vvb pns11 vvb xx cst vvb, cc n1, cc n1 r-crq vhz dx n1 p-acp n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 10
125 and a good Conscience; a truly valiant man is a truly virtuous man, and a truly honourable man a truly honest man; and a good Conscience; a truly valiant man is a truly virtuous man, and a truly honourable man a truly honest man; cc dt j n1; dt av-j j n1 vbz dt av-j j n1, cc dt av-j j n1 dt av-j j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 10
126 but he can neither be a good man nor a brave man, that is not a rational man. but he can neither be a good man nor a brave man, that is not a rational man. cc-acp pns31 vmb av-dx vbi dt j n1 ccx dt j n1, cst vbz xx dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 10
127 Now, I am content to give my man of Honour a Dispensation to answer any Challenge, Now, I am content to give my man of Honour a Dispensation to answer any Challenge, av, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi po11 n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi d vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 10
128 so that he retain his Reason and his Honesty. so that he retain his Reason and his Honesty. av cst pns31 vvb po31 vvb cc po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 10
129 But, 1st, Is it reasonable and equal, that a Gentleman of a vigorous Health and a plentiful Estate for his Heirs, and Heirs for his Estate, should venture his Life against a Beggarly Hector, that perhaps is weary of his Life thro' Poverty and Diseases, the loathsom consequences of his Lust, But, 1st, Is it reasonable and equal, that a Gentleman of a vigorous Health and a plentiful Estate for his Heirs, and Heirs for his Estate, should venture his Life against a Beggarly Hector, that perhaps is weary of his Life through Poverty and Diseases, the loathsome consequences of his Lust, p-acp, ord, vbz pn31 j cc j-jn, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j np1, cst av vbz j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n2, dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 10
130 and would be beholden to that charitable Hand that would cut the rotten Thread of his Life, rather than suffer it miserably and gradually to rot in pieces? But, and would be beholden to that charitable Hand that would Cut the rotten Thread of his Life, rather than suffer it miserably and gradually to rot in Pieces? But, cc vmd vbi vvi p-acp d j n1 cst vmd vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-c cs vvi pn31 av-j cc av-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2? p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 11
131 2dly. (What answers all other Challenges) a Duel can never be fought with Honesty, because it is point-blank a Defiance and Breach of the Laws of God and the King. 2dly. (What answers all other Challenges) a Duel can never be fought with Honesty, Because it is point-blank a Defiance and Breach of the Laws of God and the King. av. (r-crq vvz d j-jn n2) dt n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 cc dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 11
132 And therefore let no man pretend to any point of Honour that is inconsistent with his Allegiance to God and the King, the only Fountain and Measure of Honour: And Therefore let no man pretend to any point of Honour that is inconsistent with his Allegiance to God and the King, the only Fountain and Measure of Honour: cc av vvb dx n1 vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1, dt av-j n1 cc vvb pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 11
133 And if Hotspur dislike this my Decision, as too sage and cold, yet in his softer minutes he will thank me, And if Hotspur dislike this my Decision, as too sage and cold, yet in his Softer minutes he will thank me, cc cs j vvb d po11 n1, c-acp av j-jn cc j-jn, av p-acp po31 jc n2 pns31 vmb vvi pno11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 11
134 as fiery David did his Cooler Abigail, when he was upon the Road in all haste to kill Nabal that Churl, saying to her, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, which sent thee this day to meet me; and blessed be thy advice; as fiery David did his Cooler Abigail, when he was upon the Road in all haste to kill Nabal that Churl, saying to her, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, which sent thee this day to meet me; and blessed be thy Advice; c-acp j np1 vdd po31 jc np1, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 d n1, vvg p-acp pno31, vvn vbi dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd pno21 d n1 pc-acp vvi pno11; cc vvn vbb po21 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 11
135 and blessed be thou, which hast kept me this day from coming to shed Blood, and from avenging my self with mine own hand. and blessed be thou, which hast kept me this day from coming to shed Blood, and from avenging my self with mine own hand. cc vvn vbb pns21, r-crq vh2 vvn pno11 d n1 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi n1, cc p-acp j-vvg po11 n1 p-acp po11 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 11
136 This Duelling is so unsouldier-like, that the brave Romans (who conquer'd the World) yet abominated all private Duels, This Duelling is so unsoldierlike, that the brave Roman (who conquered the World) yet abominated all private Duels, d vvg vbz av j, cst dt j njp2 (r-crq vvd dt n1) av vvn d j vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 11
137 and if they would shew their good Courage, and play the men, they did it against the common Enemy of their People and the Cities of their God. and if they would show their good Courage, and play the men, they did it against the Common Enemy of their People and the Cities of their God. cc cs pns32 vmd vvi po32 j n1, cc vvb dt n2, pns32 vdd pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 11
138 Who more valiant than Julius Caesar, or Cato? What could be more cutting and reviling Language, than that which Cato gave Caesar, and even in the Senate-house, and yet this never produc'd a Challenge? Who more valiant than Julius Caesar, or Cato? What could be more cutting and reviling Language, than that which Cato gave Caesar, and even in the Senate-house, and yet this never produced a Challenge? q-crq av-dc j cs np1 np1, cc np1? q-crq vmd vbi dc vvg cc vvg n1, cs d r-crq np1 vvd np1, cc av p-acp dt n1, cc av d av-x vvn dt vvb? (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 11
139 What cares a Rich man if a foolish Fellow call him a Bankrupt, and that no body will trust him? He smiles, What Cares a Rich man if a foolish Fellow call him a Bankrupt, and that no body will trust him? He smiles, q-crq vvz dt j n1 cs dt j n1 vvb pno31 dt j-jn, cc cst dx n1 vmb vvi pno31? pns31 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 11
140 and resolves he will not run on Trust. What cares a valiant man, if a prating Fellow calls him Coward? He smiles, and resolves he will not run on Trust. What Cares a valiant man, if a prating Fellow calls him Coward? He smiles, cc vvz pns31 vmb xx vvn p-acp n1 q-crq vvz dt j n1, cs dt j-vvg n1 vvz pno31 n1? pns31 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 11
141 and resolves that the other will find him no Coward, if he makes trial. No greater sign of a Bankrupt than to bring his Action for the words. and resolves that the other will find him no Coward, if he makes trial. No greater Signen of a Bankrupt than to bring his Actium for the words. cc vvz cst dt n-jn vmb vvi pno31 dx n1, cs pns31 vvz n1. dx jc vvb pp-f dt j-jn cs p-acp vvb po31 n1 p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 11
142 No greater sign of a Coward, than to send a Challenge for the words; which if a man answer, he ventures his Body and Soul, his Life and Estate, No greater Signen of a Coward, than to send a Challenge for the words; which if a man answer, he ventures his Body and Soul, his Life and Estate, uh-dx jc n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi dt vvb p-acp dt n2; r-crq cs dt n1 n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 cc n1, po31 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 11
143 and if he kill, he makes work for the Hangman, and if he be kill'd, he makes work for the Devil. and if he kill, he makes work for the Hangman, and if he be killed, he makes work for the devil. cc cs pns31 vvi, pns31 vvz vvi p-acp dt n1, cc cs pns31 vbb vvn, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 12
144 But, 3dly, There is yet behind a worse Slaughter-man than either of the former, and all for want of a good Cause, and that is your Religious Rogue, that fights couragiously, and plays the man: But, 3dly, There is yet behind a Worse Slaughterman than either of the former, and all for want of a good Cause, and that is your Religious Rogue, that fights courageously, and plays the man: p-acp, av-j, pc-acp vbz av p-acp dt jc n1 cs d pp-f dt j, cc d p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc d vbz po22 j n1, cst vvz av-j, cc vvz dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 12
145 Plays the man, said I? No, no, he plays the Devil for God's sake. Plays the man, said I? No, no, he plays the devil for God's sake. vvz dt n1, vvd pns11? uh-dx, uh-dx, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 12
146 Of these our Blessed Saviour prophesies, when they kill you, they think they do God good service. Such was the Zealots among the Jews, that murther'd the Samaritans, because they differ'd from them in Religion, the Samaritans owning only the five Books of Moses, viz. The Law, but not the Prophets; but the Jews did believe both to be canonical. Of these our Blessed Saviour prophecies, when they kill you, they think they do God good service. Such was the Zealots among the jews, that murdered the Samaritans, Because they differed from them in Religion, the Samaritans owning only the five Books of Moses, viz. The Law, but not the prophets; but the jews did believe both to be canonical. pp-f d po12 j-vvn n1 n2, c-crq pns32 vvb pn22, pns32 vvb pns32 vdb np1 j n1. d vbds dt n2 p-acp dt np2, cst vvd dt njp2, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, dt njp2 vvg av-j dt crd n2 pp-f np1, n1 dt n1, p-acp xx dt n2; p-acp dt np2 vdd vvi d pc-acp vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 12
147 There's no more reason that one man should kill another, because he differs from him in Religion, There's no more reason that one man should kill Another, Because he differs from him in Religion, pc-acp|vbz dx dc n1 cst crd n1 vmd vvi j-jn, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 12
148 than because he differs from him in Stature, Feature, and Complexion. Thus Mahomet preach'd with his Alcoran in one hand and his Sword in the other; than Because he differs from him in Stature, Feature, and Complexion. Thus Mahomet preached with his Alcorani in one hand and his Sword in the other; cs c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1. av np1 vvn p-acp po31 np1 p-acp crd n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 12
149 Take your choice, take his Faith, or feel the keenness of his Sword. Thus have I heard that a most Christian Prince makes Converts with Troops of Dragoons. Thus the Spaniards in America drove Shoals of poor naked Indians to the Rivers, utrum horum, take their choice, either therein to be baptized or drowned. A sad Choice, Take your choice, take his Faith, or feel the keenness of his Sword. Thus have I herd that a most Christian Prince makes Converts with Troops of Dragoons. Thus the Spanish in America drove Shoals of poor naked Indians to the rivers, utrum horum, take their choice, either therein to be baptised or drowned. A sad Choice, vvb po22 n1, vvb po31 n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. av vhb pns11 vvn cst dt av-ds njp n1 vvz vvz p-acp n2 pp-f av. av dt np1 p-acp np1 vvd n2 pp-f j j np1 p-acp dt n2, fw-la fw-la, vvb po32 n1, av-d av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn. dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 12
150 and a worse Cure, to knock out mens Brains because they are blind and cannot see so well as we, the abstruse Mysteries of Religion. and a Worse Cure, to knock out men's Brains Because they Are blind and cannot see so well as we, the abstruse Mysteres of Religion. cc dt jc vvb, p-acp vvb av ng2 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr j cc vmbx vvi av av c-acp pns12, dt j n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 12
151 St. John says, If a man say he loves God, and hates his Brother, (and Killing is the extremity of Hatred) he is a Lyar and a Murderer. Saint John Says, If a man say he loves God, and hates his Brother, (and Killing is the extremity of Hatred) he is a Liar and a Murderer. n1 np1 vvz, cs dt n1 vvb pns31 vvz np1, cc vvz po31 n1, (cc vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f n1) pns31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 12
152 Of these Religious Villains I'le say as Jacob of his two murthering Sons ( Simeon and Levi ) Instruments of Cruelty are in their habitations: Of these Religious Villains I'll say as Jacob of his two murdering Sons (Simeon and Levi) Instruments of Cruelty Are in their habitations: pp-f d j n2 pns11|vmb vvi p-acp np1 pp-f po31 crd j-vvg n2 (np1 cc np1) n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 12
153 Gen. 49.5, 6. Oh my Soul! come not into their secret, unto their Assemblies; mine Honour, be not thou united. Gen. 49.5, 6. O my Soul! come not into their secret, unto their Assemblies; mine Honour, be not thou united. np1 crd, crd uh po11 n1! vvb xx p-acp po32 n-jn, p-acp po32 n2; po11 n1, vbb xx pns21 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 12
154 Blessed be God (may the Papists in England, Scotland, and Ireland say) that the Principles of our Holy Protestant Religion, teaches us better things. Blessed be God (may the Papists in England, Scotland, and Ireland say) that the Principles of our Holy Protestant Religion, Teaches us better things. vvn vbb np1 (n1 dt njp2 p-acp np1, np1, cc np1 vvb) cst dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1 n1, vvz pno12 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 13
155 Blessed be God (may we say) that the Principles of our holy Religion teaches us better things. Blessed be God (may we say) that the Principles of our holy Religion Teaches us better things. j-vvn vbb np1 (n1 pns12 vvb) cst dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1 vvz pno12 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 13
156 Let the Jesuites fight like mad (as they cant it) ad propagandum fidem; let their Council of Constance decree, That no Faith is to be kept with Hereticks; let them break Truces, Leagues, Let the Jesuits fight like mad (as they Cant it) ad propagandum fidem; let their Council of Constance Decree, That no Faith is to be kept with Heretics; let them break Truces, Leagues, vvb dt np2 vvi av-j j (c-acp pns32 vvb pn31) fw-la fw-la fw-la; vvb po32 n1 pp-f np1 n1, cst dx n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2; vvb pno32 vvi np1, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 13
157 and Covenants cemented with Oaths and Sacraments; and Covenants cemented with Oaths and Sacraments; cc n2 vvn p-acp n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 13
158 let their Superstition (like Paracelsus 's Daemon ) be conjur'd and confin'd to the Pommel of their Swords, whilst we know not how to draw our Swords, let their Superstition (like Paracelsus is Daemon) be conjured and confined to the Pommel of their Swords, while we know not how to draw our Swords, vvb po32 n1 (av-j np1 vbz n1) vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cs pns12 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 13
159 except in that good Cause, in defence of our People, and the Cities of our God. except in that good Cause, in defence of our People, and the Cities of our God. c-acp p-acp cst j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 13
160 This is such an additional cause of Valour, that where a man's Stars make but an awkward Souldier, this good Cause will cause a Coward to be of good courage, This is such an additional cause of Valour, that where a Man's Stars make but an awkward Soldier, this good Cause will cause a Coward to be of good courage, d vbz d dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst c-crq dt ng1 n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1, d j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 13
161 and make an effeminate man to play the man. and make an effeminate man to play the man. cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp vvb dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 13
162 2. 2dly, A second cause of additional Valour is a good Conscience, or a good Life and Conversation: Virtue and true Valour are so near a kin, that they have but one Name in several Languages to express them both. 2. 2dly, A second cause of additional Valour is a good Conscience, or a good Life and Conversation: Virtue and true Valour Are so near a kin, that they have but one Name in several Languages to express them both. crd j, dt ord n1 pp-f j n1 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n1 cc n1: n1 cc j n1 vbr av j dt n1, cst pns32 vhb p-acp crd n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 13
163 Therefore many an Army that has a good Cause of War, has been ruin'd by Debauchery, and the want of a virtuous and good Discipline. Therefore many an Army that has a good Cause of War, has been ruined by Debauchery, and the want of a virtuous and good Discipline. av d dt n1 cst vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1, vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 13
164 Can a man be faithful to his Prince that is treacherous to his God, and his own Soul? Can a man be a Saviour to his Nation, that wishes himself damn'd at every word? Can he be valiant that fears to dye? And must not all men fear to dye, that live in open defiance to the God of Heaven, Can a man be faithful to his Prince that is treacherous to his God, and his own Soul? Can a man be a Saviour to his nation, that wishes himself damned At every word? Can he be valiant that fears to die? And must not all men Fear to die, that live in open defiance to the God of Heaven, vmb dt n1 vbb j p-acp po31 n1 cst vbz j p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 d n1? vmb dt n1 vbb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vvz px31 vvn p-acp d n1? vmb pns31 vbb j cst vvz pc-acp vvi? cc vmb xx d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, cst vvb p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 13
165 and therefore most unfit to dye, lest he be damn'd, according to his daily Prayers? Will not such a one tremble when he comes near the mouth of a Canon, and a Broadside, and like Belthazzar, knock his Knees together, in dread of that fatal Doom he trembling saw, and Therefore most unfit to die, lest he be damned, according to his daily Prayers? Will not such a one tremble when he comes near the Mouth of a Canon, and a Broadside, and like Belthazzar, knock his Knees together, in dread of that fatal Doom he trembling saw, cc av av-ds j pc-acp vvi, cs pns31 vbb vvn, vvg p-acp po31 j n2? n1 xx d dt pi vvi c-crq pns31 vvz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1, cc j np1, vvb po31 n2 av, p-acp j pp-f d j n1 pns31 vvg vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 13
166 but knew not how to prevent? The prophaneness of these Debauchees does debauch their Courage, tho' they be naturally of a good Courage; but knew not how to prevent? The profaneness of these Debauchees does debauch their Courage, though they be naturally of a good Courage; cc-acp vvd xx c-crq pc-acp vvi? dt n1 pp-f d n2 vdz vvi po32 n1, cs pns32 vbb av-j pp-f dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 14
167 well may they then think they shall sink and be damn'd, they have so often wish'd it in cold Blood. well may they then think they shall sink and be damned, they have so often wished it in cold Blood. av vmb pns32 av vvb pns32 vmb vvi cc vbi vvn, pns32 vhb av av vvd pn31 p-acp j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 14
168 Nor can the greatest practise of Atheism prove any Fence against this Fear, when Death stares him in the face. Nor can the greatest practice of Atheism prove any Fence against this fear, when Death stares him in the face. ccx vmb dt js n1 pp-f n1 vvi d vvb p-acp d vvb, c-crq n1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 14
169 This Fool (as the Psalmist calls him) may say in his Heart, (that is) Wish in his Heart, that there is no God, and perhaps may say so too in his drunken Rant and drunken company, This Fool (as the Psalmist calls him) may say in his Heart, (that is) Wish in his Heart, that there is no God, and perhaps may say so too in his drunken Rant and drunken company, d n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31) vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (cst vbz) vvb p-acp po31 n1, cst a-acp vbz dx n1, cc av vmb vvi av av p-acp po31 j np1 cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 14
170 but let him come to the Gates or Approaches of Death, and he cannot chuse but dread that Judge, against whom (like the Giants of old) he has waged War, and bid Defiance all his Life-time. but let him come to the Gates or Approaches of Death, and he cannot choose but dread that Judge, against whom (like the Giants of old) he has waged War, and bid Defiance all his Lifetime. cc-acp vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vmbx vvi cc-acp j cst n1, p-acp ro-crq (av-j dt n2 pp-f j) pns31 vhz vvn n1, cc vvb n1 d po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 14
171 And it is observable, that the Psalmist says, the Fool hath said in his heart, there is no NONLATINALPHABET, And it is observable, that the Psalmist Says, the Fool hath said in his heart, there is no, cc pn31 vbz j, cst dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 14
172 or as the Chaldee, NONLATINALPHABET, which signifies, God the Judge. The Fool could be content there should be a Jehovah, a merciful God, but wishes, or as the Chaldee,, which signifies, God the Judge. The Fool could be content there should be a Jehovah, a merciful God, but wishes, cc p-acp dt np1,, r-crq vvz, np1 dt n1. dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vmd vbi dt np1, dt j np1, p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 14
173 as Thieves in Goal do, that there should never be an Aelohim or Judge of Assize, as Thieves in Goal do, that there should never be an Elohim or Judge of Assize, c-acp n2 p-acp n1 vdb, cst a-acp vmd av vbi dt np1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 14
174 and both of them for one and the same reason too. Obj. A good Conscience! may some say, and a sober Life and Conversation, are good, very good things; and both of them for one and the same reason too. Object A good Conscience! may Some say, and a Sobrium Life and Conversation, Are good, very good things; cc d pp-f pno32 p-acp crd cc dt d vvb av. np1 dt j n1! vmb d vvi, cc dt j n1 cc n1, vbr j, av j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 14
175 but he that is without Sin, let him cast the first stone at my Debauchee. but he that is without since, let him cast the First stone At my Debauchee. cc-acp pns31 cst vbz p-acp n1, vvb pno31 vvd dt ord n1 p-acp po11 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 14
176 Ans. It's one thing to sin thro' human frailty, and a vastly-different thing to sin voluntarily, presumptuously, Ans. It's one thing to sin through human frailty, and a vastly-different thing to sin voluntarily, presumptuously, np1 pn31|vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av-jn, av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 14
177 and with an high hand; such Sinners, by the old Law, were punish'd with Death without Mercy. and with an high hand; such Sinners, by the old Law, were punished with Death without Mercy. cc p-acp dt j n1; d n2, p-acp dt j n1, vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 14
178 A man that is a very good Subject may sometimes break some of the King's Laws, through Ignorance or Infirmity; but, will this justifie a Rebel, that lives in open defiance of his Prince, A man that is a very good Subject may sometime break Some of the King's Laws, through Ignorance or Infirmity; but, will this justify a Rebel, that lives in open defiance of his Prince, dt n1 cst vbz dt av j j-jn vmb av vvb d pp-f dt ng1 n2, p-acp n1 cc n1; p-acp, vmb d vvi dt n1, cst vvz p-acp j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 14
179 and bids him Battel? It is these Rebels to Heaven, that seem to follow the counsel of that wicked Woman, to curse God and dye; that never pray, but to be damn'd, and live in open Hostility to the God of Heaven; and bids him Battle? It is these Rebels to Heaven, that seem to follow the counsel of that wicked Woman, to curse God and die; that never pray, but to be damned, and live in open Hostility to the God of Heaven; cc vvz pno31 n1? pn31 vbz d n2 p-acp n1, cst vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, p-acp vvb np1 cc vvi; cst av-x vvb, p-acp p-acp vbb vvn, cc vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 14
180 that will ruine the best Cause in the World. that will ruin the best Cause in the World. cst vmb vvi dt js vvb p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 14
181 This common and open Prophaneness does not only provoke God's Wrath against themselves, but against their Governors, This Common and open Profaneness does not only provoke God's Wrath against themselves, but against their Governors, d j cc j n1 vdz xx av-j vvi npg1 n1 p-acp px32, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 15
182 if they only reprove and make Proclamations in detestation of them. if they only reprove and make Proclamations in detestation of them. cs pns32 av-j vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 15
183 Old Eli did thus much to his debauch'd Sons, but, for want of a severer Discipline, God punish'd him and his House for ever. Old Eli did thus much to his debauched Sons, but, for want of a severer Discipline, God punished him and his House for ever. j np1 vdd av av-d p-acp po31 j-vvn n2, cc-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f dt jc n1, np1 vvn pno31 cc po31 n1 p-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 15
184 This Leven must be purged out and cashiered, or else it will leven the whole Lump. This Leven must be purged out and Cashiered, or Else it will leven the Whole Lump. d crd vmb vbi vvn av cc vvn, cc av pn31 vmb zz dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 15
185 It is no surprize therefore to thinking men, to hear of vast Fleets put to Sea, with vast Expence, It is not surprise Therefore to thinking men, to hear of vast Fleets put to Sea, with vast Expense, pn31 vbz xx vvi av p-acp vvg n2, pc-acp vvi pp-f j n2 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 15
186 and vaster Hopes, yet without Success, whilst men (thus impudently and openly) from the First Rate Ship to the Tender, from Stem to Stern, from the Captain to the Cook, swear and curse like Devils, and therefore most unfit to play the men for our People, and vaster Hope's, yet without Success, while men (thus impudently and openly) from the First Rate Ship to the Tender, from Stem to Stern, from the Captain to the Cook, swear and curse like Devils, and Therefore most unfit to play the men for our People, cc jc ng1, av p-acp n1, cs n2 (av av-j cc av-j) p-acp dt ord vvb vvi p-acp dt vvb, p-acp vvb p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb cc vvi av-j n2, cc av av-ds j pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 15
187 and the Cities of our God. and the Cities of our God. cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 15
188 None therefore can be greater Enemies to Their Sacred Majesties and so good a Cause (the best Cause in the World in this Juncture) than these damning, cursing, cursed, and swearing Libertines, that cannot truly and faithfully honour their King, if they fear not God. None Therefore can be greater Enemies to Their Sacred Majesties and so good a Cause (the best Cause in the World in this Juncture) than these damning, cursing, cursed, and swearing Libertines, that cannot truly and faithfully honour their King, if they Fear not God. pix av vmb vbi jc n2 p-acp po32 j n2 cc av j dt n1 (dt av-js n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1) cs d vvg, vvg, vvn, cc vvg n2, cst vmbx av-j cc av-j n1 po32 n1, cs pns32 vvb xx np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 15
189 For such I'll pray (though) as we do over the Doors of them that have the Plague, — Lord have mercy upon these Wretches, or in the words of Moses, O that they were wise, Deut. 32.29, 30. that they understood this, that they would consider their latter end. For such I'll pray (though) as we do over the Doors of them that have the Plague, — Lord have mercy upon these Wretches, or in the words of Moses, Oh that they were wise, Deuteronomy 32.29, 30. that they understood this, that they would Consider their latter end. p-acp d pns11|vmb vvb (cs) c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vhb dt n1, — n1 vhb n1 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, uh cst pns32 vbdr j, np1 crd, crd d pns32 vvd d, cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 15
190 How should one chase a thousand, and two put ten thousand to flight? How should one chase a thousand, and two put ten thousand to flight? q-crq vmd pi vvi dt crd, cc crd vvn crd crd p-acp n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 15
191 If therefore a Souldier love his God, his own Soul, his King, his own Honour and Welfare, his People, and the Cities of our God; If Therefore a Soldier love his God, his own Soul, his King, his own Honour and Welfare, his People, and the Cities of our God; cs av dt n1 vvb po31 n1, po31 d n1, po31 n1, po31 d n1 cc n1, po31 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 15
192 let him so live, that he may not be afraid to dye, and then his good Conscience will add to his Valour, let him so live, that he may not be afraid to die, and then his good Conscience will add to his Valour, vvb pno31 av vvi, cst pns31 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi, cc av po31 j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 15
193 and make a man of good courage, and able to play the man. and make a man of good courage, and able to play the man. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc j p-acp vvb dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 15
194 3. A third cause of additional Valour, is valiant Leaders, by their couragious Words and Deeds. 3. A third cause of additional Valour, is valiant Leaders, by their courageous Words and deeds. crd dt ord n1 pp-f j n1, vbz j n2, p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 15
195 1. First by their Words, adding Courage to their Souldiers by such brave Speeches as this in the Text. 1. First by their Words, adding Courage to their Soldiers by such brave Speeches as this in the Text. crd ord p-acp po32 n2, vvg n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d j n2 c-acp d p-acp dt np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 16
196 The first and bravest Emperor Julius Caesar was very happy both in Arts and Arms, a good Oratour, The First and Bravest Emperor Julius Caesar was very happy both in Arts and Arms, a good Orator, dt ord cc js n1 np1 np1 vbds av j av-d p-acp n2 cc n2, dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 16
197 and a good Captain, and was addicted to these Harangues to cheer up his Souldiers, when ready to come to the Push; as may be seen in his own Commentaries: No man spoke better; no man fought better; and a good Captain, and was addicted to these Harangues to cheer up his Soldiers, when ready to come to the Push; as may be seen in his own Commentaries: No man spoke better; no man fought better; cc dt j n1, cc vbds vvn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n2, c-crq j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvb; a-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n2: uh-dx n1 vvd av-jc; dx n1 vvd av-jc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 16
198 both he and Joab in the Text, had (as all valiant men have) a great presence of Mind, had their Wits about them in the midst of Dangers; both he and Joab in the Text, had (as all valiant men have) a great presence of Mind, had their Wits about them in the midst of Dangers; av-d pns31 cc np1 p-acp dt n1, vhd (c-acp d j n2 vhb) dt j n1 pp-f n1, vhd po32 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 16
199 they did almost what they list, and could say what they lift, tho' what they said was but little, they did almost what they list, and could say what they lift, though what they said was but little, pns32 vdd av r-crq pns32 vvb, cc vmd vvi r-crq pns32 vvb, cs r-crq pns32 vvd vbds p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 16
200 yet they spoke much in little, being happy both for the Pen and the Pike. yet they spoke much in little, being happy both for the Pen and the Pike. av pns32 vvd av-d p-acp j, vbg j av-d p-acp dt vvb cc dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 16
201 2. But the brave Deeds of a Commander is far more efficacious than brave Words; a couragious Leader (like the Sun-beams ) influences all that see him with Spirit and Heat and Life: 2. But the brave deeds of a Commander is Far more efficacious than brave Words; a courageous Leader (like the Sunbeams) influences all that see him with Spirit and Heat and Life: crd p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j av-dc j cs j n2; dt j n1 (av-j dt n2) n2 d cst vvb pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 16
202 For, as Cowardice is infectious (a few Cowards, if not timely knock'd down, are enough to ruine a whole Camp) so Courage also spreads it self, For, as Cowardice is infectious (a few Cowards, if not timely knocked down, Are enough to ruin a Whole Camp) so Courage also spreads it self, c-acp, c-acp n1 vbz j (dt d n2, cs xx av-j vvd a-acp, vbr av-d pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1) av n1 av vvz pn31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 16
203 and there's none so timerous, but will be ready to follow their Leader, if a brave man at Arms. and there's none so timorous, but will be ready to follow their Leader, if a brave man At Arms. cc pc-acp|vbz pix av j, cc-acp vmb vbi j p-acp vvb po32 n1, cs dt j n1 p-acp n2 (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 16
204 4. A fourth cause of additional Valour is good Arms and good Armour: Those will put Courage into a Coward, 4. A fourth cause of additional Valour is good Arms and good Armour: Those will put Courage into a Coward, crd dt ord n1 pp-f j n1 vbz j n2 cc j n1: d vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 16
205 and those daunt the bravest Enemy that fights unarm'd. A Souldier may with as much reason flight all his Garrisons, ruine the Bulwarks of his strongest Forts, and cut down his Palasadoes, as fight without his Armour. and those daunt the Bravest Enemy that fights unarmed. A Soldier may with as much reason flight all his Garrisons, ruin the Bulwarks of his Strongest Forts, and Cut down his Palasadoes, as fight without his Armour. cc d vvi dt js n1 cst vvz vvn. dt n1 vmb p-acp c-acp d n1 n1 d po31 n2, vvb dt n2 pp-f po31 js n2, cc vvn a-acp po31 n2, p-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 16
206 The Prince of Poets (the first, in Time as well as Exoellence ) never sights his Champion Achilles till he has first buckled on him his Armour of Proof. The Prince of Poets (the First, in Time as well as Exoellence) never sights his Champion Achilles till he has First buckled on him his Armour of Proof. dt n1 pp-f n2 (dt ord, p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp n1) av n2 po31 n1 npg1 c-acp pns31 vhz ord vvd p-acp pno31 po31 n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 16
207 Nor does our English Homer, (so famous for, but less happy in his Pike than his Pen, yet as terrible to his Enemies abroad, Nor does our English Homer, (so famous for, but less happy in his Pike than his Pen, yet as terrible to his Enemies abroad, ccx vdz po12 np1 np1, (av j p-acp, p-acp av-dc j p-acp po31 n1 cs po31 vvi, av p-acp j p-acp po31 n2 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 16
208 as amiable to his Friends at home, that accepted the Lawrel, but refused the Diadem ) in his English Arcadia, ever sight his Knights to beat the Giants, till he has first brought them the best Horses, the best Arms and Armour, that he could imagine, (nay, he spares for no Costs) to furnish them with. as amiable to his Friends At home, that accepted the Laurel, but refused the Diadem) in his English Arcadia, ever sighed his Knights to beatrice the Giants, till he has First brought them the best Horses, the best Arms and Armour, that he could imagine, (nay, he spares for no Costs) to furnish them with. c-acp j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1-an, cst vvd dt n1, p-acp vvd dt n1) p-acp po31 jp np1, av vvd po31 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2, c-acp pns31 vhz ord vvd pno32 dt js n2, dt js n2 cc n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi, (uh-x, pns31 vvz p-acp dx vvz) pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 17
209 And neglected by none but Braggadochios (especially since the Invention of Gunpowder.) Is Valour any Fence against a Bullet? That dismounts the Highest's Courage in its full Careir, tho' shot by the most feeble Arm. The Wonders done by a late Hero in England, Scotland, and Ireland, in a had Cause, was truly attributed to his care of good Armour, for that cause sirnamed Ironside. And neglected by none but Braggadochios (especially since the Invention of Gunpowder.) Is Valour any Fence against a Bullet? That dismounts the Highest's Courage in its full Career, though shot by the most feeble Arm. The Wonders done by a late Hero in England, Scotland, and Ireland, in a had Cause, was truly attributed to his care of good Armour, for that cause surnamed Ironside. np1 vvn p-acp pix cc-acp npg1 (av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.) vbz n1 d n1 p-acp dt n1? cst vvz dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cs vvn p-acp dt ds j vvb dt n2 vdn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, np1, cc np1, p-acp dt vhd n1, vbds av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp d n1 vvn np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 17
210 If good Armour has done so great things in a bad Cause, what Wonders may it not do in our Cause at this day, the best Cause in the World, In defence of our People and the Cities of our God, from the Ravage of a merciless and bloody Foe, the Common Enemy of Mankind, the Turks and Mahomet only excepted. If good Armour has done so great things in a bad Cause, what Wonders may it not do in our Cause At this day, the best Cause in the World, In defence of our People and the Cities of our God, from the Ravage of a merciless and bloody Foe, the Common Enemy of Mankind, the Turks and Mahomet only excepted. cs j n1 vhz vdn av j n2 p-acp dt j vvb, r-crq n2 vmb pn31 xx vdi p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1, dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt np1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt n2 cc np1 av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 17
211 This harden'd Enemy, wonted to spoil, cannot be oppos'd, in humane probability, by a Militia, that has no other Armour than Feathers and Scarfs; as if a muster of Men, This hardened Enemy, wonted to spoil, cannot be opposed, in humane probability, by a Militia, that has no other Armour than Feathers and Scarfs; as if a muster of Men, d vvd n1, j pc-acp vvi, vmbx vbi vvn, p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1, cst vhz dx j-jn n1 cs n2 cc n2; c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 17
212 when three Kingdoms lye at stake, and rais'd and maintain'd at a vast charge to their Country, were nothing but a Morris-dance, that their Women out of their Windows might admire in the Street the goodly menage of the gay Puppit, that belongs to their House: when three Kingdoms lie At stake, and raised and maintained At a vast charge to their Country, were nothing but a morris-dance, that their Women out of their Windows might admire in the Street the goodly manage of the gay Pulpit, that belongs to their House: c-crq crd n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvd cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1, vbdr pix cc-acp dt n1, cst po32 n2 av pp-f po32 n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 dt av-j vvi pp-f dt j n1, cst vvz p-acp po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 17
213 No other reason can be given why, at this day, the Militia-Captains clude and frustrate the Statute, that commands Back, Breast, and Pot for the Horse, No other reason can be given why, At this day, the Militia-Captains clude and frustrate the Statute, that commands Back, Breast, and Pot for the Horse, dx j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn c-crq, p-acp d n1, dt n2 vvb cc vvi dt n1, cst vvz av, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 17
214 and Corslet for the Pikes, now (chang'd forsooth) into a Leather Jacquet, nick-nam'd a Buff Coat, and into a Red Coat and Byonet. and Corslet for the Pikes, now (changed forsooth) into a Leather Jacquet, nicknamed a Buff Coat, and into a Read Coat and Byonet. cc n1 p-acp dt n2, av (vvn uh) p-acp dt n1 np1, j dt n1 n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 17
215 Or, is it because some Feather-bed Captains sell such Ware? Oh! but Armour is wearisome and heavy: Or, is it Because Some Featherbed Captains fell such aware? Oh! but Armour is wearisome and heavy: cc, vbz pn31 c-acp d n1 ng1 vvb d j? uh p-acp n1 vbz j cc j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 17
216 Yes, so also is the whole Duty of a Souldier; Yes, so also is the Whole Duty of a Soldier; uh, av av vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 17
217 but it is the Occupation he has undertaken, and by which he gets his Livelihood; and, Can a Workman work without Tools? Or, is he asham'd (like other Workmen) to carry them on his Back? but it is the Occupation he has undertaken, and by which he gets his Livelihood; and, Can a Workman work without Tools? Or, is he ashamed (like other Workmen) to carry them on his Back? p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1; cc, vmb dt n1 n1 p-acp n2? cc, vbz pns31 j (av-j j-jn n2) pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 18
218 Let a Souldier be asham'd of being beaten, of being a Captive, or running away, Let a Soldier be ashamed of being beaten, of being a Captive, or running away, vvb dt n1 vbi j pp-f vbg vvn, pp-f vbg dt n-jn, cc vvg av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 18
219 but let him never be asham'd of the Tools of the Trade by which alone he stands fair for the Victory. but let him never be ashamed of the Tools of the Trade by which alone he Stands fair for the Victory. cc-acp vvb pno31 av-x vbi j pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq av-j pns31 vvz j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 18
220 But say some, This Armour speaks Fear and Timerousness. Does it so? Then be it so. But say Some, This Armour speaks fear and Timorousness. Does it so? Then be it so. cc-acp vvb d, d n1 vvz vvb cc n1. vdz pn31 av? av vbb pn31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 18
221 Fear, that makes a Centinel or a Guard more watchful, is a due Ingredient of true Valour. fear, that makes a Centinel or a Guard more watchful, is a due Ingredient of true Valour. vvb, cst vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 av-dc j, vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 18
222 Was there ever any wise or successful Generals, but fortified their Camp? When the Spade and the Pickax are the Souldier's Armour; yet this is really fear of Surprizal, but not Cowardice, but the greatest Wisdom. Was there ever any wise or successful Generals, but fortified their Camp? When the Spade and the Pickax Are the Soldier's Armour; yet this is really Fear of Surprisal, but not Cowardice, but the greatest Wisdom. vbds a-acp av d j cc j n2, p-acp vvn po32 n1? c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr dt n1|vbz n1; av d vbz av-j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp xx n1, p-acp dt js n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 18
223 The great Alexander, Caesar, Pompey, and (generally) the Grecians and Romans, were no Cowards, (for they conquer'd the greatest part of the known World) yet they never engag'd, The great Alexander, Caesar, Pompey, and (generally) the Greeks and Romans, were no Cowards, (for they conquered the greatest part of the known World) yet they never engaged, dt j np1, np1, np1, cc (av-j) dt njp2 cc np1, vbdr dx n2, (c-acp pns32 vvd dt js n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1) av pns32 av-x vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 18
224 but in bright-shining Armour, especially their Horse, except some light-armed Horsemen, with us called Dragoons, that are not intended to abide the shock, but in a Battel to be here, and there, and every where, as occasion serves, being Mars's Hermaphrodites, neither right Horse nor right Foot, but in bright-shining Armour, especially their Horse, except Some light-armed Horsemen, with us called Dragoons, that Are not intended to abide the shock, but in a Battle to be Here, and there, and every where, as occasion serves, being Mars's Hermaphrodites, neither right Horse nor right Foot, cc-acp p-acp j n1, av-j po32 n1, c-acp d j n2, p-acp pno12 vvn av, cst vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi av, cc a-acp, cc d c-crq, p-acp n1 vvz, vbg npg1 n2, dx j-jn n1 ccx j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 18
225 yet both these, and of extream use and behoof in a Camp. yet both these, and of extreme use and behoof in a Camp. av d d, cc pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 18
226 A Souldier may as well dismantle all his Forts, and scorn to fight within a Portcullis and Castle-walls, Gabions, Perupets, A Soldier may as well dismantle all his Forts, and scorn to fight within a Portcullis and Castle-walls, Gabions, Perupets, dt n1 vmb a-acp av vvi d po31 n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n2, zz, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 18
227 and Bastions, as to scorn to sight within his Armour: Victory is not got (but many times lost) by Bravadoes; and Bastions, as to scorn to sighed within his Armour: Victory is not god (but many times lost) by Bravadoes; cc n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1: n1 vbz xx vvn (p-acp d n2 vvn) p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 18
228 and I can scarce pity that Rhodomantade, that dy'd upon the point of that Sword that he had once gain'd from his baffled Foes, and I can scarce pity that Rhodomantade, that died upon the point of that Sword that he had once gained from his baffled Foes, cc pns11 vmb av-j vvi cst np1, cst vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst n1 cst pns31 vhd a-acp vvd p-acp po31 vvn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 18
229 but return'd it in flanting Bravery, to play the Game over again, and lost it after he had fairly won it. but returned it in flaunting Bravery, to play the Game over again, and lost it After he had fairly wone it. cc-acp vvd pn31 p-acp vvg n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp av, cc vvn pn31 c-acp pns31 vhd av-j vvn pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 18
230 Let then our wiser Souldiers ride in Armour, that they may ride in Triumph, adorn'd with the Spoils and Trophies of the slaughtered Enemy, Let then our Wiser Soldiers ride in Armour, that they may ride in Triumph, adorned with the Spoils and Trophies of the slaughtered Enemy, vvb av po12 jc n2 vvb p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 19
231 whilst the unarm'd Captives follow the Wheels of our armed Chariots, and let them laugh in their Sleeves at the Cowardice of their armed Conquerors, in surprizing a sleepy, negligent, while the unarmed Captives follow the Wheels of our armed Chariots, and let them laugh in their Sleeves At the Cowardice of their armed Conquerors, in surprising a sleepy, negligent, cs dt vvn n2-jn vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn n2, cc vvb pno32 vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-vvn n2, p-acp vvg dt j, j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 19
232 and unarmed Foe on unequal terms: The slaughter'd Dead cannot, and the Living dare not call their Conquerors Cowards. and unarmed Foe on unequal terms: The slaughtered Dead cannot, and the Living Dare not call their Conquerors Cowards. cc j-vvn n1 p-acp j n2: dt j-vvn j vmbx, cc dt j-vvg vvb xx vvi po32 n2 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 19
233 Arm your selves therefore when near an Enemy, left you pay for your Folly and Credulity, Arm your selves Therefore when near an Enemy, left you pay for your Folly and Credulity, n1 po22 n2 av c-crq av-j dt n1, vvd pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 19
234 as Abner did, who came into his Enemy's Quarters without his Aylet Shirt, privy Armour, as Abner did, who Come into his Enemy's Quarters without his Aylet Shirt, privy Armour, c-acp np1 vdd, r-crq vvd p-acp po31 ng1 n2 p-acp po31 np1 n1, j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 19
235 or Coat of Mael, (which had certainly sav'd his Life.) Died Abner as a Fool dieth? or Coat of Mael, (which had Certainly saved his Life.) Died Abner as a Fool Dieth? cc n1 pp-f np1, (r-crq vhd av-j vvn po31 n1.) vvd np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz? (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 19
236 I care not how rich and glittering my Souldiers Armour is, so it be of Proof; let him be proud on't, and he'l joy in it; and though a little irksome at first, yet Ʋse will facilitate it, (I speak experimentally) and Custom will make it natural and easie. I care not how rich and glittering my Soldiers Armour is, so it be of Proof; let him be proud oned, and He'll joy in it; and though a little irksome At First, yet Ʋse will facilitate it, (I speak experimentally) and Custom will make it natural and easy. pns11 vvb xx c-crq j cc vvg po11 ng1 n1 vbz, av pn31 vbb pp-f n1; vvb pno31 vbi j p-acp|pn31, cc pns31|vmb n1 p-acp pn31; cc cs dt j j p-acp ord, av j vmb vvi pn31, (pns11 vvb av-j) cc n1 vmb vvi pn31 j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 19
237 The Porcupine never marches but with his Arms ready fixt; The Porcupine never marches but with his Arms ready fixed; dt n1 av-x vvz cc-acp p-acp po31 n2 j vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 19
238 the Crocodile never marches, nor swims, but in his Armour of Musquet-proof; and, Shall Man, who is made by GOD, the Master of all other his fellow-Creatures, lay by his Armour when he goes to fight? To what purpose has GOD and Nature furnish'd Men with better Brains to invent, and Hands to forge good Armour, if they play the Fool in the neglect of it, the Crocodile never marches, nor swims, but in his Armour of Musquet-proof; and, Shall Man, who is made by GOD, the Master of all other his fellow-Creatures, lay by his Armour when he Goes to fight? To what purpose has GOD and Nature furnished Men with better Brains to invent, and Hands to forge good Armour, if they play the Fool in the neglect of it, dt n1 av-x vvz, ccx vvz, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1; cc, vmb n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f d n-jn po31 n2, vvb p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi? p-acp r-crq n1 vhz np1 cc n1 vvn n2 p-acp jc n2 p-acp vvi, cc n2 p-acp vvb j n1, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 19
239 and dye as a Fool dyeth, when they should play the men, for our people, and the Cities of our God? and die as a Fool Dies, when they should play the men, for our people, and the Cities of our God? cc vvi p-acp dt n1 vvz, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi dt n2, p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 19
240 Did ever any wise Souldier accuse Hannibal of Cowardice, tho' he fought cunningly most commonly with his Brains, to spare his Mens Lives, by laying Ambushes, Bribery, Did ever any wise Soldier accuse Hannibal of Cowardice, though he fought cunningly most commonly with his Brains, to spare his Men's Lives, by laying Ambushes, Bribery, vdd av d j n1 vvi np1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vvd av-jn av-ds av-j p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi po31 ng2 n2, p-acp vvg n2, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 19
241 and Surprizals? Even the vapouring and flashy French have now at length learnt this Wit, and Surprisals? Even the vapouring and flashy French have now At length learned this Wit, cc n2? av-j dt j-vvg cc j np1 vhb av p-acp n1 vvd d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 19
242 and so they conquer, they care not what men say or think. and so they conquer, they care not what men say or think. cc av pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb xx r-crq n2 vvb cc vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 19
243 Dolus an virtus quis in hoste requirit? was an old Proverb in the Roman Camp. Dolus an virtus quis in host Requires? was an old Proverb in the Roman Camp. np1 dt fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 n1? vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt njp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 19
244 But, say some, Goliah was arm'd Cap-a-pee, yet he was kill'd. Yes, he was so, but it was digitus Dei, the Finger of God killed him, But, say Some, Goliath was armed Cap-a-pee, yet he was killed. Yes, he was so, but it was Digitus Dei, the Finger of God killed him, p-acp, vvb d, np1 vbds vvn j, av pns31 vbds vvn. uh, pns31 vbds av, cc-acp pn31 vbds fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 20
245 as it did Ahab that Cuirazeer, hitting him in the Joints of his Harness, which otherwise it was a thousand to one but they had both been invulnerable. as it did Ahab that Cuirazeer, hitting him in the Joints of his Harness, which otherwise it was a thousand to one but they had both been invulnerable. c-acp pn31 vdd np1 cst np1, vvg pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq av pn31 vbds dt crd p-acp crd cc-acp pns32 vhd d vbn j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 20
246 Not that I would have a man manacled in his Armour, that he cannot use his Arms; Not that I would have a man manacled in his Armour, that he cannot use his Arms; xx d pns11 vmd vhi dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmbx vvi po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 20
247 'tis enough probably (for Armour keeps no Assurance Office ) to secure the noble parts, the Head and Heart, from mortal wounds, let the other take their fate. it's enough probably (for Armour keeps no Assurance Office) to secure the noble parts, the Head and Heart, from Mortal wounds, let the other take their fate. pn31|vbz av-d av-j (p-acp n1 vvz dx n1 n1) pc-acp vvi dt j n2, dt n1 cc n1, p-acp j-jn n2, vvb dt n-jn vvb po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 20
248 The Militia of England are numerous and strong, but the Statutes that well forms them are at this day generally eluded by the Levity of such fresh-water Officers, that never saw a Sword drawn in Anger, The Militia of England Are numerous and strong, but the Statutes that well forms them Are At this day generally eluded by the Levity of such freshwater Officers, that never saw a Sword drawn in Anger, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr j cc j, cc-acp dt n2 cst av vvz pno32 vbr p-acp d n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 n2, cst av-x vvd dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 20
249 and fit themselves and their Souldiers rather for a Dance than a Fight, and rather light, to run away nimbly, and fit themselves and their Soldiers rather for a Dance than a Fight, and rather Light, to run away nimbly, cc vvi px32 cc po32 n2 av-c p-acp dt vvb cs dt vvi, cc av-c n1, pc-acp vvi av av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 20
250 than abide the Shock and Brunt of a Battel, by arming their Men as the Law requires and enjoyns, the better to play the men for our people, than abide the Shock and Brunt of a Battle, by arming their Men as the Law requires and enjoins, the better to play the men for our people, cs vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz cc vvz, dt jc p-acp vvb dt n2 p-acp po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 20
251 and the Cities of our God. and the Cities of our God. cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 20
252 There are many other causes of Additional Valour, as Despair, Custom and Ʋse of Wars, or any thing that cheers or exhilarates the drooping Spirits, which I leave to Men of War: There Are many other Causes of Additional Valour, as Despair, Custom and Ʋse of Wars, or any thing that cheers or exhilarates the drooping Spirits, which I leave to Men of War: pc-acp vbr d j-jn n2 pp-f np1 n1, p-acp vvb, n1 cc av pp-f n2, cc d n1 cst vvz cc vvz dt j-vvg n2, r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 20
253 And thus much for Good Courage. The method of my Text invites to speak next of Good Conduct. And perhaps, some that know me may think, that this is a Province as fit for me to undertake as most other of my Coat: But to do it now from a Text, would be as impertinent and pragmatical as that of Phormio the Peripatetick Philosopher, who took upon him to read a Lecture of the Duty of a Chieftain and good Conduct, in the presence of Hannibal the bravest General in the World. And thus much for Good Courage. The method of my Text invites to speak next of Good Conduct. And perhaps, Some that know me may think, that this is a Province as fit for me to undertake as most other of my Coat: But to do it now from a Text, would be as impertinent and pragmatical as that of Phormio the Peripatetic Philosopher, who took upon him to read a Lecture of the Duty of a Chieftain and good Conduct, in the presence of Hannibal the Bravest General in the World. cc av av-d c-acp j n1. dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi ord pp-f j vvb. cc av, d cst vvb pno11 vmb vvi, cst d vbz dt n1 p-acp j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi c-acp ds j-jn pp-f po11 n1: cc-acp pc-acp vdi pn31 av p-acp dt n1, vmd vbi a-acp j cc j c-acp d pp-f np1 dt j n1, r-crq vvd p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt js n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 20
254 Therefore I'll wave it now, and also the treating of a good Cause, because I have said a great deal to it and of it already, under another Head, Therefore I'll wave it now, and also the treating of a good Cause, Because I have said a great deal to it and of it already, under Another Head, av pns11|vmb vvi pn31 av, cc av dt vvg pp-f dt j n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp pn31 cc pp-f pn31 av, p-acp j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 20
255 and speak a little, and but a little, in the last place, of the second-general part of the Text, Passive Valour, the most difficult and most divine part of Valour. and speak a little, and but a little, in the last place, of the second-general part of the Text, Passive Valour, the most difficult and most divine part of Valour. cc vvi dt j, cc p-acp dt j, p-acp dt ord n1, pp-f dt n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, j n1, dt ds j cc ds vvb n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 21
256 Yet many men have attained to this Good Courage in Passive Valour, that never were famous for Active Valour. Any Man, Yet many men have attained to this Good Courage in Passive Valour, that never were famous for Active Valour. Any Man, av d n2 vhb vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp j n1, cst av-x vbdr j p-acp j n1. d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 21
257 nay, Woman, that is a good Christian, may learn to bear, and be couragious in passive Valour, which is nothing else but a quiet and serene temper in the greatest Straits, and under the greatest Pressures and Difficulties, Losses and Crosses, that can possibly befall Mankind, being very well pleas'd with whatsoever pleases God to send, according to his good pleasure, nay, Woman, that is a good Christian, may Learn to bear, and be courageous in passive Valour, which is nothing Else but a quiet and serene temper in the greatest Straits, and under the greatest Pressures and Difficulties, Losses and Crosses, that can possibly befall Mankind, being very well pleased with whatsoever Pleases God to send, according to his good pleasure, uh-x, n1, cst vbz dt j njp, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vbi j p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz pix av cc-acp dt j-jn cc j vvi p-acp dt js n2, cc p-acp dt js n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, cst vmb av-j vvi n1, vbg av av j-vvn p-acp r-crq vvz np1 pc-acp vvi, vvg p-acp po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 21
258 as he has predestinated and pre-ordain'd. Not but that it is not only lawful to pray against all Temptations, and to be delivered from all Evil; as he has predestinated and preordained. Not but that it is not only lawful to pray against all Temptations, and to be Delivered from all Evil; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn cc j. xx p-acp cst pn31 vbz xx av-j j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 21
259 and not only pray against the Plots and Devices of the Enemy, and counterplot them; and not only pray against the Plots and Devices of the Enemy, and counterplot them; cc xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 21
260 use all Stratagems, Ambuscades, and whatever the mischievous Wit of Man has invented for destruction of our Enemies; use all Stratagems, Ambuscades, and whatever the mischievous Wit of Man has invented for destruction of our Enemies; vvb d n2, n2, cc r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 21
261 but, when we have done all that active Valour can instruct, and all will not do; when we meet with Losses, Deseats, Captivity, or Death; but, when we have done all that active Valour can instruct, and all will not do; when we meet with Losses, Deseats, Captivity, or Death; cc-acp, c-crq pns12 vhb vdn d d j n1 vmb vvi, cc d vmb xx vdi; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2, n2, n1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 21
262 then a divine Souldier must quietly submit to the good pleasure of him that rules the World, then a divine Soldier must quietly submit to the good pleasure of him that rules the World, av dt j-jn n1 vmb av-jn vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 21
263 and will do what pleaseth him in Heaven and in Earth. Will we, will we! and will do what Pleases him in Heaven and in Earth. Will we, will we! cc vmb vdi r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. n1 pns12, vmb pns12! (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 21
264 it is a Sin, nay, a Folly, to repine, but serenely say with our Blessed Saviour, If this cup may not pass from me except I drink it, not my Will, but thine be done. it is a since, nay, a Folly, to repine, but serenely say with our Blessed Saviour, If this cup may not pass from me except I drink it, not my Will, but thine be done. pn31 vbz dt n1, uh, dt n1, pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av-j vvb p-acp po12 j-vvn n1, cs d n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11 c-acp pns11 vvb pn31, xx po11 n1, cc-acp png21 vbb vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 21
265 Thus Holy David prayed and fasted, and used all means to save the Life of his beloved Son, the fruit of his Sin; Thus Holy David prayed and fasted, and used all means to save the Life of his Beloved Son, the fruit of his since; av j np1 vvd cc vvd, cc vvd d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 21
266 but when God had declar'd his Will by the death of the Child, he cheered up, and call'd for good Chear. but when God had declared his Will by the death of the Child, he cheered up, and called for good Cheer. p-acp c-crq np1 vhd vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvn a-acp, cc vvn p-acp j vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 21
267 On this score it is that St. Paul exhorts the Philippians to be careful for nothing, meaning, for nothing that is past: On this score it is that Saint Paul exhorts the Philippians to be careful for nothing, meaning, for nothing that is past: p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz cst n1 np1 vvz dt njp2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pix, vvg, p-acp pix cst vbz j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 21
268 That care alone is sinful which is Janus - like, and which looks both backward and forward; forward it may look, forward it must look, by way of prevention. That care alone is sinful which is Janus - like, and which looks both backward and forward; forward it may look, forward it must look, by Way of prevention. cst vvb av-j vbz j r-crq vbz np1 - zz, cc r-crq vvz d av-j cc av-j; av-j pn31 vmb vvi, av-j pn31 vmb vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 21
269 For so our Saviour and the Apostle frequently inculcate this Care or Heed that looks forward; Luke 21.8. Take heed that no man deceive you: For so our Saviour and the Apostle frequently inculcate this Care or Heed that looks forward; Lycia 21.8. Take heed that no man deceive you: p-acp av po12 n1 cc dt n1 av-j vvb d n1 cc n1 cst vvz av-j; av crd. vvb n1 cst dx n1 vvi pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 22
270 let him that standeth take heed lest he fall: That we should care for our selves, and for one another; let him that Stands take heed lest he fallen: That we should care for our selves, and for one Another; vvb pno31 cst vvz vvi n1 cs pns31 vvb: cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp crd j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 22
271 And yet, saith St. Paul, I would have you without carefulness for what is past; and your care may hurt you, macerate you, deject you, but cannot possibly help you; And yet, Says Saint Paul, I would have you without carefulness for what is past; and your care may hurt you, macerate you, deject you, but cannot possibly help you; cc av, vvz n1 np1, pns11 vmd vhi pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq vbz j; cc po22 n1 vmb vvi pn22, vvi pn22, vvb pn22, cc-acp vmbx av-j vvi pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 22
272 therefore use the means, and when you have done what you can, you have acted all your part; Therefore use the means, and when you have done what you can, you have acted all your part; av vvb dt n2, cc c-crq pn22 vhb vdn r-crq pn22 vmb, pn22 vhb vvn d po22 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 22
273 the next is God•s part, I mean the Event, the Issue, the Success, for that trouble not your silly Heads, 'tis none of your Province, but belongs to God alone, therefore cast away Care, and cast all your Care upon God, for he careth for you. the next is God•s part, I mean the Event, the Issue, the Success, for that trouble not your silly Heads, it's none of your Province, but belongs to God alone, Therefore cast away Care, and cast all your Care upon God, for he Careth for you. dt ord vbz npg1 n1, pns11 vvb dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, p-acp d vvb xx po22 j n2, pn31|vbz pix pp-f po22 n1, p-acp vvz p-acp np1 av-j, av vvd av n1, cc vvd d po22 vvb p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 22
274 I cannot but pitty those poor Hearts, that make their Lives a Burthen to themselves and all that are hear them, being overcharged with Cares and Fears of what shall come to pass. I cannot but pity those poor Hearts, that make their Lives a Burden to themselves and all that Are hear them, being overcharged with Cares and Fears of what shall come to pass. pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi d j n2, cst vvb po32 n2 dt n1 p-acp px32 cc d cst vbr vvb pno32, vbg vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 22
275 For my part, I care not what comes to pass, I'll prevent with my Might and Courage what we call Evils, For my part, I care not what comes to pass, I'll prevent with my Might and Courage what we call Evils, p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vvb xx r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi, pns11|vmb vvi p-acp po11 vmd cc n1 r-crq pns12 vvi n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 22
276 but when all I can do will not do, whatever comes is welcome. With what a Courage did St. Paul embrace his Fate! but when all I can do will not do, whatever comes is welcome. With what a Courage did Saint Paul embrace his Fate! cc-acp c-crq av-d pns11 vmb vdi vmb xx vdb, r-crq vvz vbz j-jn. p-acp r-crq dt n1 vdd n1 np1 vvb po31 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 22
277 How carelesly he descants on his death, as if unconcerned! How carelessly he descants on his death, as if unconcerned! c-crq av-j pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, c-acp cs vvn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 22
278 Death, that is the King of Terrours, and makes them all their life-time subject to Bondage, Cares, Death, that is the King of Terrors, and makes them all their lifetime Subject to Bondage, Cares, n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvz pno32 d po32 n1 j-jn p-acp n1, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 22
279 and Fears, was but St. Paul 's Rejoycing and Entertainment; yet the Sentence of Death, the Sentence to be beheaded, was past upon him by that bloody Nero, and shortly to be executed; and Fears, was but Saint Paul is Rejoicing and Entertainment; yet the Sentence of Death, the Sentence to be beheaded, was passed upon him by that bloody Nero, and shortly to be executed; cc n2, vbds p-acp n1 np1 vbz vvg cc n1; av dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d j np1, cc av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 22
280 then he writes his Second Epistle to Timothy, and talks so unconcern'd, we cannot but joy in him and with him, then he writes his Second Epistle to Timothy, and talks so unconcerned, we cannot but joy in him and with him, cs pns31 vvz po31 ord n1 p-acp np1, cc vvz av vvn, pns12 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 22
281 as if he was only to undertake a pleasant Journey; I am now ready to be offered, as if he was only to undertake a pleasant Journey; I am now ready to be offered, c-acp cs pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt j n1; pns11 vbm av j pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 22
282 and the time of my departure is at hand: and the time of my departure is At hand: cc dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 22
283 The time, the hour he had long wish'd for, having a desire to depart, and be with Christ, which is far better. The time, the hour he had long wished for, having a desire to depart, and be with christ, which is Far better. dt n1, dt n1 pns31 vhd av-j vvn p-acp, vhg dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vbb p-acp np1, r-crq vbz av-j av-jc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 22
284 A desire to depart; the Original signifies, an earnest longing of Soul; A desire to depart; the Original signifies, an earnest longing of Soul; dt vvb pc-acp vvi; dt j-jn vvz, dt j j-vvg pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 23
285 as if nothing could satisfie, but to have his longing, namely, Death, which I say is called, The King of Terrours, the chiefest of Terrours; as if nothing could satisfy, but to have his longing, namely, Death, which I say is called, The King of Terrors, the chiefest of Terrors; c-acp cs pix vmd vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vhi po31 n1, av, n1, r-crq pns11 vvb vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt js-jn pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 23
286 but Death is so to none but to Knaves and Fools, I mean, to impenitent People, and silly ignorant People. To dye! but Death is so to none but to Knaves and Fools, I mean, to impenitent People, and silly ignorant People. To die! cc-acp n1 vbz av p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp ng1 cc n2, pns11 vvb, p-acp j n1, cc j j n1. pc-acp vvi! (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 23
287 What's that? It is as natural to dye as to be born; it is more necessary to dye than to be born; What's that? It is as natural to die as to be born; it is more necessary to die than to be born; q-crq|vbz d? pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn; pn31 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 23
288 it is (for ought we know) less Pain to dye than to be born; it is (for ought we know) less Pain to die than to be born; pn31 vbz (c-acp pi pns12 vvi) av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 23
289 Why do we fear Death then, that is so natural, so necessary, so beneficial; there the Wicked cease from troubling, and there the Weary be at rest: Why do we Fear Death then, that is so natural, so necessary, so beneficial; there the Wicked cease from troubling, and there the Weary be At rest: q-crq vdb pns12 vvb n1 av, cst vbz av j, av j, av j; a-acp dt j vvi p-acp vvg, cc a-acp dt j vbi p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 23
290 There no Tyrant can hurt us, no Grief assault us, no Pain nor Anguish, for our selves or others, can torment us; There no Tyrant can hurt us, no Grief assault us, no Pain nor Anguish, for our selves or Others, can torment us; pc-acp dx n1 vmb vvi pno12, dx n1 vvi pno12, dx n1 ccx n1, p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn, vmb vvi pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 23
291 there all Tears shall be wiped away from our Eyes. And, do we sear then to dye? there all Tears shall be wiped away from our Eyes. And, do we sear then to die? a-acp d n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp po12 n2. np1, vdb pns12 vvb av pc-acp vvi? (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 23
292 Obj. No, say some, we do not so much fear to dye, nor cry, Lothe to depart, for any Sweets of Life, (which at the best are but bitter Sweets) but we fear the Consequences of Death and Judgment. Object No, say Some, we do not so much Fear to die, nor cry, Loath to depart, for any Sweets of Life, (which At the best Are but bitter Sweets) but we Fear the Consequences of Death and Judgement. np1 uh-dx, vvb d, pns12 vdb xx av av-d vvi pc-acp vvi, ccx n1, j pc-acp vvi, p-acp d n2-j pp-f n1, (r-crq p-acp dt js vbr cc-acp j n2-j) cc-acp pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 23
293 Ans. Do you so? But, I'll give you an easie and infallible Receipt and Remedy against these fearful Consequences after Death; that which makes a Snake or a Serpent terrible; Ans. Do you so? But, I'll give you an easy and infallible Receipt and Remedy against these fearful Consequences After Death; that which makes a Snake or a Serpent terrible; np1 vdb pn22 av? p-acp, pns11|vmb vvi pn22 dt j cc j n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp n1; cst r-crq vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 23
294 that alone makes Death terrible, namely, the Sting; take away the Sting from these, and you safely, that alone makes Death terrible, namely, the Sting; take away the Sting from these, and you safely, cst j vvz n1 j, av, dt n1; vvb av dt n1 p-acp d, cc pn22 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 23
295 and without fear or danger, hug them in your Bosoms. Now the Apostle tells us, The Sting of Death is Sin; and without Fear or danger, hug them in your Bosoms. Now the Apostle tells us, The Sting of Death is since; cc p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po22 n2. av dt n1 vvz pno12, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 23
296 take away that, and Death is stingless and harmless. Sin shall never be imputed to any that are not Volunteers to Sin. A man is not a Rebel to his Prince, take away that, and Death is stingless and harmless. since shall never be imputed to any that Are not Volunteers to Sin. A man is not a Rebel to his Prince, vvb av d, cc n1 vbz j cc j. n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp d cst vbr xx n2 p-acp np1 dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 23
297 nor any Guilt imputed to him, tho' he be in the Enemy's Quarters, if he be taken Captive thither, nor any Gilded imputed to him, though he be in the Enemy's Quarters, if he be taken Captive thither, ccx d j-vvn j-vvn p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vbb p-acp dt ng1 n2, cs pns31 vbb vvn j-jn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 23
298 and strive to his utmost to make his escape. So neither shall any man be accounted a Rebel to Heaven, that's carried Captive, thro' Weakness and Infirmity, to any Sin, and strive to his utmost to make his escape. So neither shall any man be accounted a Rebel to Heaven, that's carried Captive, through Weakness and Infirmity, to any since, cc vvi p-acp po31 j pc-acp vvi po31 n1. av dx vmb d n1 vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, d vvd j-jn, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 23
299 and strives to escape, hating all Sin with a perfect Hatred, and resisting it as his Enemy to his utmost: To such a one the Lord imputeth not Sin; and strives to escape, hating all since with a perfect Hatred, and resisting it as his Enemy to his utmost: To such a one the Lord imputeth not since; cc vvz pc-acp vvi, vvg d n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 j: p-acp d dt pi dt n1 vvz xx n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 24
300 Sin is in him, but he does not live in Sin, lye in Sin, delight in Sin, wallow in Sin. since is in him, but he does not live in since, lie in since, delight in since, wallow in Sin. n1 vbz p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1, vvb p-acp np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 24
301 But, what a vast difference is there betwixt him that is overtaken in a fault, and he that is a Volunteer to Sin, But, what a vast difference is there betwixt him that is overtaken in a fault, and he that is a Volunteer to since, p-acp, q-crq dt j n1 vbz a-acp p-acp pno31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 cst vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 24
302 and follows it with all his might to overtake it! If to such a one Death be the King of Terrours, I cannot blame his Fears; and follows it with all his might to overtake it! If to such a one Death be the King of Terrors, I cannot blame his Fears; cc vvz pn31 p-acp d po31 n1 p-acp vvb pn31! cs p-acp d dt crd n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vmbx vvi po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 24
303 but, Who can pity him that takes no pity on himself, that loves a Lust above his God, above his Soul, but, Who can pity him that Takes no pity on himself, that loves a Lust above his God, above his Soul, cc-acp, q-crq vmb vvi pno31 cst vvz dx n1 p-acp px31, cst vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 np1, p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 24
304 and above his Peace here and hereafter, when he may so easily disarm the King of Terrours, taking away his Venome and Sting? and above his Peace Here and hereafter, when he may so Easily disarm the King of Terrors, taking away his Venom and Sting? cc p-acp po31 n1 av cc av, c-crq pns31 vmb av av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg av po31 n1 cc n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 24
305 To conclude this point, By what has been briefly said you may easily know to get an Antidote against Death, and Losses, and Crosses, whatsoever; To conclude this point, By what has been briefly said you may Easily know to get an Antidote against Death, and Losses, and Crosses, whatsoever; pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av-j vvn pn22 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n2, cc n2, q-crq; (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 24
306 and consequently, be arm'd against Cowardise, and all unmanly and unchristian Fears, even in the greatest Streights, and consequently, be armed against Cowardice, and all unmanly and unchristian Fears, even in the greatest Straights, cc av-j, vbb vvn p-acp n1, cc d j cc j n2, av p-acp dt js n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 24
307 tho' beset (as Joab and Abishai in the Text) with a numerous Enemy in Front and Reer. though beset (as Joab and Abishai in the Text) with a numerous Enemy in Front and Rear. cs vvn (c-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 24
308 Our part then is, to be of good Courage, with a good Conscience, and in a good Cause; and let the event be Life or Death, Victory or Defeat, Let the Lord do what seemeth him good. Our part then is, to be of good Courage, with a good Conscience, and in a good Cause; and let the event be Life or Death, Victory or Defeat, Let the Lord do what seems him good. po12 n1 av vbz, pc-acp vbi pp-f j n1, p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1; cc vvb dt n1 vbb n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, vvb dt n1 vdb r-crq vvz pno31 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 24
309 To dye thus in Battel for our People, and the Cities of our God, Where is that Dastard that is afraid thus to dye, rather than survive a few weary days, living, To die thus in Battle for our People, and the Cities of our God, Where is that Dastard that is afraid thus to die, rather than survive a few weary days, living, pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, q-crq vbz d n-jn cst vbz j av pc-acp vvi, av-c cs vvi dt d j n2, vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 24
310 or rather dying daily with the Pangs of the Gout, the Dropsy, the Consumption, Stone, or rather dying daily with the Pangs of the Gout, the Dropsy, the Consumption, Stone, cc av-c vvg av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 24
311 or the like? Not but that God's Will be done, if this grievous Lot must be our Lot, to endure a Thousand irksome Deaths, painful and grievous to our selves, or the like? Not but that God's Will be done, if this grievous Lot must be our Lot, to endure a Thousand irksome Death's, painful and grievous to our selves, cc dt j? xx p-acp d npg1 vmb vbi vdn, cs d j n1 vmb vbi po12 n1, pc-acp vvi dt crd j n2, j cc j p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 24
312 and loathsome and troublesome both to our selves and by-standing Friends; and loathsome and troublesome both to our selves and by-standing Friends; cc j cc j av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 24
313 but we cannot help it, if we must be condemn'd to endure the Fatigues of Life to the last dringling Sand; but we cannot help it, if we must be condemned to endure the Fatigues of Life to the last dringling Sand; cc-acp pns12 vmbx vvi pn31, cs pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord vvg n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 24
314 we may not break the Glass, but if a Bullet break it, and in a good Cause, the Glass is well run out, and the most made of it that it can possibly be worth. we may not break the Glass, but if a Bullet break it, and in a good Cause, the Glass is well run out, and the most made of it that it can possibly be worth. pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1, cc-acp cs dt n1 vvb pn31, cc p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vbz av vvn av, cc dt av-ds vvn pp-f pn31 cst pn31 vmb av-j vbb j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 25
315 What! Do we fear to go to God and Heaven, (our certain Portion) if we dye with the said good Conscience, the said good Courage, What! Do we Fear to go to God and Heaven, (our certain Portion) if we die with the said good Conscience, the said good Courage, uh vdb po12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc n1, (po12 j n1) cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt j-vvn j n1, dt j-vvn j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 25
316 and in the said good Cause, in defence of our People, and the Cities of our God? The very Heathen, that had but the Light of Nature, pro aris & focis, were ambitious to dye for their Altars and Firesides. and in the said good Cause, in defence of our People, and the Cities of our God? The very Heathen, that had but the Light of Nature, Pro aris & focis, were ambitious to die for their Altars and Firesides. cc p-acp dt j-vvn j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1? dt j j-jn, cst vhd cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 25
317 For this Good Cause to be kill'd in Battel, is, to dye in Peace, like good King Josiah, who is said to be gathered to his Fathers in Peace, and yet he died in the Field, in the FIght, with his Sword in his Hand: So that well may such a Divine Souldier, with good old Simeon, Swan like, sing his Nunc dimitis, tho' he dye like the great King Gustavus Adolphus, in the Field: For this Good Cause to be killed in Battle, is, to die in Peace, like good King Josiah, who is said to be gathered to his Father's in Peace, and yet he died in the Field, in the FIght, with his Sword in his Hand: So that well may such a Divine Soldier, with good old Simeon, Swan like, sing his Nunc dimitis, though he die like the great King Gustavus Adolphus, in the Field: p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vbb vvn p-acp n1, vbz, p-acp vvb p-acp n1, av-j j n1 np1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1: av cst av vmb d dt j-jn n1, p-acp j j np1, n1 av-j, vvb po31 fw-la n1, cs pns31 vvb av-j dt j n1 np1 np1, p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 25
318 Death may take such a man, Death cannot hurt such a man by cutting off a few weary minutes; Death may take such a man, Death cannot hurt such a man by cutting off a few weary minutes; n1 vmb vvi d dt n1, n1 vmbx vvb d dt n1 p-acp vvg a-acp dt d j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 25
319 for, his Account is fairly cast up, like Joab 's in the Text; if he lives, he lives in Victory and Triumph, and lives to God; for, his Account is fairly cast up, like Joab is in the Text; if he lives, he lives in Victory and Triumph, and lives to God; p-acp, po31 vvb vbz av-j vvn a-acp, av-j np1 vbz p-acp dt n1; cs pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvz p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 25
320 and if he dies, he dies in Honour, and dies in Peace, and lives with God. and if he die, he die in Honour, and die in Peace, and lives with God. cc cs pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 25
321 Can Life or Death be put out at better Interest? Can more be made of it? Can Life or Death be put out At better Interest? Can more be made of it? vmb n1 cc n1 vbb vvn av p-acp jc n1? vmb n1 vbb vvn pp-f pn31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 25
322 Well may such a Divine Souldier and Champion for Heaven say with St. Paul, after he had fought with Beasts at Ephesus, and more brutish men, I have fought a good Fight, I have finished my Course, 2 Tim. 4.7. I have kept the Faith; Well may such a Divine Soldier and Champion for Heaven say with Saint Paul, After he had fought with Beasts At Ephesus, and more brutish men, I have fought a good Fight, I have finished my Course, 2 Tim. 4.7. I have kept the Faith; av vmb d dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 vvb p-acp n1 np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n2 p-acp np1, cc av-dc j n2, pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, crd np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 25
323 henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness. henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness. av a-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 25
324 I have been extreamly cheer'd in the greatest Difficulties (my little Experience did ever encounter) with that Expression, Isa. 41.14. Fear not thou Worm, Jacob. I have been extremely cheered in the greatest Difficulties (my little Experience did ever encounter) with that Expression, Isaiah 41.14. fear not thou Worm, Jacob. pns11 vhb vbn av-jn vvn p-acp dt js n2 (po11 j n1 vdd av vvi) p-acp d n1, np1 crd. vvb xx pns21 n1, np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 25
325 One would think, if Jacob be a Worm, had more cause to fear than any other Creature under Heaven; One would think, if Jacob be a Worm, had more cause to Fear than any other Creature under Heaven; crd vmd vvi, cs np1 vbi dt n1, vhd dc n1 pc-acp vvi cs d j-jn n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 25
326 a Lion has Strength, a Worm has none; a lion has Strength, a Worm has none; dt n1 vhz n1, dt n1 vhz pix; (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 26
327 the Dove is fearful, but she has Wings; the Hare, the Deer are timerous, but they have swiftness of Foot, to fly from Danger; the Dove is fearful, but she has Wings; the Hare, the Deer Are timorous, but they have swiftness of Foot, to fly from Danger; dt n1 vbz j, cc-acp pns31 vhz n2; dt n1, dt n1 vbr j, cc-acp pns32 vhb n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 26
328 a Snake has none of these Advantages, yet she has a Sting. But a Worm, what Creature so despicable, a Snake has none of these Advantages, yet she has a Sting. But a Worm, what Creature so despicable, dt n1 vhz pix pp-f d n2, av pns31 vhz dt vvb. p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 26
329 so subject to the tread of every Foot? She has no Wings to fly, no Sting to make them stand off, so Subject to the tread of every Foot? She has no Wings to fly, no Sting to make them stand off, av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1? pns31 vhz dx n2 pc-acp vvi, dx vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 26
330 yet Fear not thou Worm, Jacob. And why? (the Reason follows in the next words) For I am with thee, saith God. yet fear not thou Worm, Jacob. And why? (the Reason follows in the next words) For I am with thee, Says God. av vvb xx pns21 n1, np1 cc q-crq? (dt n1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1) c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp pno21, vvz np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 26
331 And if God be for us, who can be against us? And here I shall baulk my Discourse, and the Text, if Id o not shew, And if God be for us, who can be against us? And Here I shall balk my Discourse, and the Text, if Id o not show, cc cs np1 vbb p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp pno12? cc av pns11 vmb vvb po11 n1, cc dt n1, cs fw-la fw-la xx vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 26
332 Q. 1. First, How God may be said to be for his People, when the Lord does what seemeth him good, in prospering them, Q. 1. First, How God may be said to be for his People, when the Lord does what seems him good, in prospering them, np1 crd ord, c-crq np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n1, c-crq dt n1 vdz r-crq vvz pno31 j, p-acp vvg pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 26
333 as he did Joab, in the Text, with Victory? Or, how God may be said to fight for his People? as he did Joab, in the Text, with Victory? Or, how God may be said to fight for his People? c-acp pns31 vdd np1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1? cc, c-crq np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 26
334 Q. 2. And secondly, How long he will fight for them? Q. 2. And secondly, How long he will fight for them? np1 crd cc ord, c-crq av-j pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32? (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 26
335 1. First, I answer, that God visibly fights for his People four several ways, all applicable to this Text and these Times, 1. First, I answer, that God visibly fights for his People four several ways, all applicable to this Text and these Times, crd ord, pns11 vvb, cst np1 av-j vvz p-acp po31 n1 crd j n2, d j p-acp d n1 cc d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 26
336 for which I purposely chose this Text; for which I purposely chosen this Text; p-acp r-crq pns11 av vvd d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 26
337 and if I should conclude my Discourse on this Text, only with shewing what we should do in case of Death, Defeat, and if I should conclude my Discourse on this Text, only with showing what we should do in case of Death, Defeat, cc cs pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp d n1, av-j p-acp vvg r-crq pns12 vmd vdi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 26
338 or any other sinister event, (a Consideration very useful and necessary) yet it would be a Contemplation too melancholly and ominous, to conclude with Passive Valour, in active and victorious times, such as this of Joab in the Text, a Victory sultable and parallel to ours in this Juncture: or any other sinister event, (a Consideration very useful and necessary) yet it would be a Contemplation too melancholy and ominous, to conclude with Passive Valour, in active and victorious times, such as this of Joab in the Text, a Victory sultable and parallel to ours in this Juncture: cc d j-jn j n1, (dt n1 av j cc j) av pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 av j-jn cc j, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, p-acp j cc j n2, d c-acp d pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 j cc vvi p-acp png12 p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 26
339 For, in the Verse next following the Text, we hear the good News, that the Idolaters are run for it, the Syrians fled before Joab; And when the Children of Ammon saw that the Syrians were fled, then fled they also before Abishai. For, in the Verse next following the Text, we hear the good News, that the Idolaters Are run for it, the Syrians fled before Joab; And when the Children of Ammon saw that the Syrians were fled, then fled they also before Abishai. c-acp, p-acp dt n1 ord vvg dt n1, pns12 vvb dt j n1, cst dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, dt np1 vvn p-acp np1; cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd cst dt np1 vbdr vvn, av vvd pns32 av p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 27
340 Almighty God then gives Victory, and visibly fights for his People, when they fight in a good Cause, four several ways: Almighty God then gives Victory, and visibly fights for his People, when they fight in a good Cause, four several ways: np1 np1 av vvz n1, cc av-j vvz p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1, crd j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 27
341 He did it for Israel, Great Britain, and Ireland. He did it for Israel, Great Britain, and Ireland. pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp np1, j np1, cc np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 27
342 1. First, God is said visibly to fight when he raises up a Hero, a Worthy, by endowing him with the Spirit of Courage, 1. First, God is said visibly to fight when he raises up a Hero, a Worthy, by endowing him with the Spirit of Courage, crd ord, np1 vbz vvn av-j pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1, dt j-jn, p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 27
343 as he did Gideon, Baruk, Jephtha, Sampson, David, Samuel, and (that I forget not) Moses and Joshua. as he did gideon, Baruch, Jephtha, Sampson, David, Samuel, and (that I forget not) Moses and joshua. c-acp pns31 vdd np1, vvd, np1, np1, np1, np1, cc (d pns11 vvb xx) np1 cc np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 27
344 But of this I have spoken fully already under that Head of Supernatural Courage. But, But of this I have spoken Fully already under that Head of Supernatural Courage. But, cc-acp pp-f d pns11 vhb vvn av-j av p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1. p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 27
345 if I should only remember those famous Worthies, so long ago, and so remote, my Memory would be as ungrateful as treacherous, if I should forget what all the World at present admires, and Posterity will much more; if I should only Remember those famous Worthies, so long ago, and so remote, my Memory would be as ungrateful as treacherous, if I should forget what all the World At present admires, and Posterity will much more; cs pns11 vmd av-j vvi d j n2-j, av av-j av, cc av j, po11 n1 vmd vbi c-acp j c-acp j, cs pns11 vmd vvi r-crq d dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz, cc n1 vmb av-d av-dc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 27
346 His Sacred Majesty King WILLIAM, whom GOD has raised up to be a Deliverer to us in the day of our distress, His Sacred Majesty King WILLIAM, whom GOD has raised up to be a Deliverer to us in the day of our distress, po31 j n1 n1 np1, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 27
347 and to rescue us from Popish Tyranny and Superstition, and all those Miseries and Calamities which were ready to break in upon us. and to rescue us from Popish Tyranny and Superstition, and all those Misery's and Calamities which were ready to break in upon us. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j n1 cc n1, cc d d ng1 cc n2 r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 27
348 I am upon a Subject uncapable of Flattery or Hyperbole, but surely I cannot say less upon so great and Fair Occasion, I am upon a Subject uncapable of Flattery or Hyperbole, but surely I cannot say less upon so great and Fair Occasion, pns11 vbm p-acp dt j-jn j pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp av-j pns11 vmbx vvi av-dc p-acp av j cc j np1-n, (3) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 27
349 than to say my Prayers; I only repeat the daily Prayers of the Church of England; In raising up thy Servant King William, to be a Deliverer to us in the day of our Distress, &c. When God's Hand is lifted up, they will not see, saith Isaiah, but they shall see, Isa. 26.11. than to say my Prayers; I only repeat the daily Prayers of the Church of England; In raising up thy Servant King William, to be a Deliverer to us in the day of our Distress, etc. When God's Hand is lifted up, they will not see, Says Isaiah, but they shall see, Isaiah 26.11. cs p-acp vvb po11 n2; pns11 av-j vvb dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp vvg a-acp po21 n1 n1 np1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, av c-crq npg1 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, pns32 vmb xx vvi, vvz np1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 27
350 and be ashamed for their Envy, &c. and be ashamed for their Envy, etc. cc vbb j p-acp po32 n1, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 27
351 We have still many Envious Souls amongst us, it spites them to the Heart, to see what God has done for these Kingdoms, We have still many Envious Souls among us, it spites them to the Heart, to see what God has done for these Kingdoms, pns12 vhb av d j n2 p-acp pno12, pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 27
352 and yet they clap their Hands before their Eyes, and will not see what all others in the World see: and yet they clap their Hands before their Eyes, and will not see what all Others in the World see: cc av pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc vmb xx vvi q-crq d n2-jn p-acp dt n1 vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 27
353 What's the Reason? The Prophet says, For their Envy, &c. Let them go on, and let them go to their Idolater, (their Idol) if they please or dare; let the Blind lead the Blind, till they both fall into the Ditch; What's the Reason? The Prophet Says, For their Envy, etc. Let them go on, and let them go to their Idolater, (their Idol) if they please or Dare; let the Blind led the Blind, till they both fallen into the Ditch; q-crq|vbz dt n1? dt n1 vvz, p-acp po32 n1, av vvb pno32 vvi a-acp, cc vvb pno32 vvi p-acp po32 n1, (po32 n1) cs pns32 vvb cc vvb; vvb dt j vvb dt j, c-acp pns32 d vvi p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 28
354 I mean the French, and the Frenchified English. Frenchified English! There's a word unknown to our Forefathers. I mean the French, and the Frenchified English. Frenchified English! There's a word unknown to our Forefathers. pns11 vvb dt jp, cc dt vvn jp. vvn np1! pc-acp|vbz dt n1 j p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 28
355 We used to be such Apes, as to take Laws from France for Feathers, and Lace, We used to be such Apes, as to take Laws from France for Feathers, and Lace, pns12 vvd pc-acp vbi d n2, c-acp p-acp vvb n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n2, cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 28
356 and Top-knots, but the English, for 500 years and upwards, have been a Terrour to France: And, are these Frenchified-English Natives then? And, do they know to whom they truckle, and why? and Topknots, but the English, for 500 Years and upward, have been a Terror to France: And, Are these Frenchified-English Natives then? And, do they know to whom they truckle, and why? cc n2, p-acp dt jp, p-acp crd n2 cc av-j, vhb vbn dt n1 p-acp np1: cc, vbr d j n2-jn av? np1, vdb pns32 vvb p-acp ro-crq pns32 n1, cc q-crq? (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 28
357 I cannot say less on this ungrateful Subject, and I will not say more, especially at this time, and on this occasion; I cannot say less on this ungrateful Subject, and I will not say more, especially At this time, and on this occasion; pns11 vmbx vvi av-dc p-acp d j j-jn, cc pns11 vmb xx vvi av-dc, av-j p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 28
358 I am very ready at another time to speak more home to our silly fellows at home. I am very ready At Another time to speak more home to our silly Fellows At home. pns11 vbm av j p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc av-an p-acp po12 j n2 p-acp n1-an. (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 28
359 2. Secondly, God fights for his People, by sending his Fear and Terrour, Amazement and Astonishment, into the Hearts of the Enemy. 2. Secondly, God fights for his People, by sending his fear and Terror, Amazement and Astonishment, into the Hearts of the Enemy. crd ord, np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 28
360 This in Scripture is called God's Hornet, which, like Beasts stung with a Garabee or Hornet, made Men run they did not know whither, and they did not know why, nor where to be safe, they were in such a Consternation, Amazement, and Fear: This in Scripture is called God's Hornet, which, like Beasts stung with a Garabee or Hornet, made Men run they did not know whither, and they did not know why, nor where to be safe, they were in such a Consternation, Amazement, and fear: np1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn npg1 n1, r-crq, av-j n2 vvn p-acp dt np1 cc np1, vvd n2 vvb pns32 vdd xx vvi c-crq, cc pns32 vdd xx vvi c-crq, ccx c-crq pc-acp vbi j, pns32 vbdr p-acp d dt n1, n1, cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 28
361 And so is the word interpreted. And so is the word interpreted. cc av vbz dt n1 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 28
362 Thus when the cowardly Spies (Cowards all but Caleb and Joshua ) went to spy out the Land of Canaan, the poor Hearts were out of Heart when they saw the Giants, the Children of Anak, and that all the People were men of great stature, But we (say they) were in our sight as Grashoppers, Thus when the cowardly Spies (Cowards all but Caleb and joshua) went to spy out the Land of Canaan, the poor Hearts were out of Heart when they saw the Giants, the Children of Anak, and that all the People were men of great stature, But we (say they) were in our sighed as Grasshoppers, av c-crq dt j n2 (n2 d p-acp np1 cc np1) vvd pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n2 vbdr av pp-f n1 c-crq pns32 vvd dt n2, dt n2 pp-f np1, cc cst d dt n1 vbdr n2 pp-f j n1, cc-acp po12 (vvb pns32) vbdr p-acp po12 n1 c-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 28
363 and so we were in their sight. and so we were in their sighed. cc av pns12 vbdr p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 28
364 But, little men may look up to Heaven; little men may cry, I hope, and call to GOD for help, the less Ability they had in themselves: But, little men may look up to Heaven; little men may cry, I hope, and call to GOD for help, the less Ability they had in themselves: p-acp, j n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1; j n2 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb, cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, dt av-dc n1 pns32 vhd p-acp px32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 28
365 Therefore, saith God, Josh. 24.12, I sent my Hornet before you, which drove them out from before you, Therefore, Says God, Josh. 24.12, I sent my Hornet before you, which drove them out from before you, av, vvz np1, np1 crd, pns11 vvd po11 n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vvd pno32 av p-acp p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 28
366 but not with thy Sword nor with thy Bow. Yet they had both Sword and Bow in conquering Canaan, but to little purpose; but not with thy Sword nor with thy Bow. Yet they had both Sword and Bow in conquering Canaan, but to little purpose; cc-acp xx p-acp po21 n1 ccx p-acp po21 np1 av pns32 vhd d n1 cc n1 p-acp j-vvg np1, p-acp p-acp j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 29
367 if God had not sent his Hornet before them, to sting the Enemy to the Heart, if God had not sent his Hornet before them, to sting the Enemy to the Heart, cs np1 vhd xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 29
368 and to leave the Lubbers (like ominous Beasts for Sacrifice) without a Heart. and to leave the Lubbers (like ominous Beasts for Sacrifice) without a Heart. cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 (av-j j n2 p-acp n1) p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 29
369 And, to apply it, What account can be given in human Reason, why Ten of our men, lately in Ireland, would usually make an Hundred to fly? Was it because we were bigger, And, to apply it, What account can be given in human Reason, why Ten of our men, lately in Ireland, would usually make an Hundred to fly? Was it Because we were bigger, cc, pc-acp vvi pn31, q-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, q-crq crd pp-f po12 n2, av-j p-acp np1, vmd av-j vvi dt crd pc-acp vvi? vbds pn31 c-acp pns12 vbdr jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 29
370 or taller, or stronger-limb'd than the Irish or French? No such matter: But all the reason that can be given is this; or Taller, or stronger-limbed than the Irish or French? No such matter: But all the reason that can be given is this; cc jc, cc j cs dt jp cc jp? av-dx d n1: cc-acp d dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn vbz d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 29
371 they were stung with Dread, Horrour, and Amazement, run like Beasts stung with a Garabee, they did not know why, nor whither, nor where to hide; they were stung with Dread, Horror, and Amazement, run like Beasts stung with a Garabee, they did not know why, nor whither, nor where to hide; pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp j, n1, cc n1, vvb av-j n2 vvn p-acp dt np1, pns32 vdd xx vvi c-crq, ccx c-crq, ccx q-crq pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 29
372 God sent his Hornet before us, and to him be the Glory, not with thy Sword, nor with thy Bow. God sent his Hornet before us, and to him be the Glory, not with thy Sword, nor with thy Bow. np1 vvd po31 np1 p-acp pno12, cc p-acp pno31 vbb dt n1, xx p-acp po21 n1, ccx p-acp po21 np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 29
373 Nor can it be said, that our late Deliverance and Redemption three years ago, was wrought or brought about with Sword or Spear. Nor can it be said, that our late Deliverance and Redemption three Years ago, was wrought or brought about with Sword or Spear. ccx vmb pn31 vbi vvn, cst po12 j n1 cc n1 crd n2 av, vbds vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 29
374 To see such an Army ( treble the number of our Deliverer) none better mounted, nor better arm'd; To see such an Army (triple the number of our Deliverer) none better mounted, nor better armed; pc-acp vvi d dt n1 (j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1) pix av-jc vvn, ccx j vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 29
375 to see a Navy well equipp'd, Men of War well rigg'd, and all these to melt away and scatter, no man pursuing them, What's the matter? God sent his Hornet before them. to see a Navy well equipped, Men of War well rigged, and all these to melt away and scatter, no man pursuing them, What's the matter? God sent his Hornet before them. pc-acp vvi dt n1 av vvn, n2 pp-f n1 av vvn, cc d d pc-acp vvi av cc vvi, dx n1 vvg pno32, q-crq|vbz dt n1? np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 29
376 Not but that it spoke both natural and supernatural Courage, in a superlative manner, to attempt so bravely, and through Faith, to subdue Kingdoms; but it was digitus Dei, the Hand of God was visible in it; Not but that it spoke both natural and supernatural Courage, in a superlative manner, to attempt so bravely, and through Faith, to subdue Kingdoms; but it was Digitus Dei, the Hand of God was visible in it; xx p-acp cst pn31 vvd d j cc j n1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvb av av-j, cc p-acp n1, p-acp vvb n2; p-acp pn31 vbds fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 29
377 to him be the Glory, not with thy Sword, nor with thy Bow. to him be the Glory, not with thy Sword, nor with thy Bow. p-acp pno31 vbb dt n1, xx p-acp po21 n1, ccx p-acp po21 np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 29
378 3. Thirdly, It seemeth good to the Lord sometimes visibly to fight for his People without any human means at all, 3. Thirdly, It seems good to the Lord sometime visibly to fight for his People without any human means At all, crd ord, pn31 vvz j p-acp dt n1 av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d j vvz p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 29
379 and that by Emissaries sent from Heaven, (I had almostsaid, from Hell too. ) Thus a good Angel, an Emissary from Heaven, was sent at the Prayer of that good King Hezekiah, who kill'd in one night, in the Camp of Sennacherib King of Assyria, 185000 men. and that by Emissaries sent from Heaven, (I had almostsaid, from Hell too.) Thus a good Angel, an Emissary from Heaven, was sent At the Prayer of that good King Hezekiah, who killed in one night, in the Camp of Sennacherib King of Assyria, 185000 men. cc cst p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n1, (pns11 vhd vvn, p-acp n1 av.) av dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 np1, r-crq vvd p-acp crd n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 pp-f np1, crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 30
380 And thus they fought from Heaven, the Stars in their courses fought against Silera, defeated by a Woman, the valiant Deborah and her Captain Baruk. And thus they fought from Heaven, the Stars in their courses fought against Silera, defeated by a Woman, the valiant Deborah and her Captain Baruch. cc av pns32 vvd p-acp n1, dt n2 p-acp po32 n2 vvn p-acp np1, vvn p-acp dt n1, dt j np1 cc po31 n1 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 30
381 Thus they fought from Heaven, the Stars in their courses, (the Winds and the Waves fought against the Spanish Armado (stiled Invincible ) in 88, defeated by a Woman, the Valiant Queen Elizabeth, and her Captain Drake. Thus they fought from Heaven, the Stars in their courses, (the Winds and the Waves fought against the Spanish Armado (styled Invincible) in 88, defeated by a Woman, the Valiant Queen Elizabeth, and her Captain Drake. av pns32 vvd p-acp n1, dt n2 p-acp po32 n2, (dt n2 cc dt n2 vvn p-acp dt np1 np1 (vvd j) p-acp crd, vvn p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 np1, cc po31 n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 30
382 Thus they fought from Heaven, the Stars in their courses, (the Winds and the Waves) brought our Deliverer's Navy, in 88, three years ago, to their desired Port: Nothing but the Finger of Him that commands the Winds and the Waves could have done this; Thus they fought from Heaven, the Stars in their courses, (the Winds and the Waves) brought our Deliverer's Navy, in 88, three Years ago, to their desired Port: Nothing but the Finger of Him that commands the Winds and the Waves could have done this; av pns32 vvd p-acp n1, dt n2 p-acp po32 n2, (dt n2 cc dt n2) vvd po12 ng1 n1, p-acp crd, crd n2 av, p-acp po32 j-vvn n1: pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz dt n2 cc dt n2 vmd vhi vdn d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 30
383 to him be the Glory, not with thy Sword alone, (tho' a brave Sword) nor with thy Bow. to him be the Glory, not with thy Sword alone, (though a brave Sword) nor with thy Bow. p-acp pno31 vbb dt n1, xx p-acp po21 n1 av-j, (cs dt j n1) ccx p-acp po21 np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 30
384 Nay, sometimes Almighty God sends Emissaries from Hell, to vex and plague the Enemies of his People. Nay, sometime Almighty God sends Emissaries from Hell, to vex and plague the Enemies of his People. uh-x, av j-jn np1 vvz n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 30
385 Thus the Psalmist tells us, that when God delivered his People from that Tyrant Pharaoh, and Aegyptian Bondage, He sent evil Angels amongst them. Thus the Psalmist tells us, that when God Delivered his People from that Tyrant Pharaoh, and Egyptian Bondage, He sent evil Angels among them. av dt n1 vvz pno12, cst c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp d n1 np1, cc jp n1, pns31 vvd j-jn n2 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 30
386 And thus a lying Spirit, (and therefore a Devil) made King Ahab fall at Ramoth-Gilead, when God sent him on an Errand improper for a good Angel and Emissary from Heaven. And thus a lying Spirit, (and Therefore a devil) made King Ahab fallen At Ramoth-Gilead, when God sent him on an Errand improper for a good Angel and Emissary from Heaven. cc av dt vvg n1, (cc av dt n1) vvd n1 np1 vvb p-acp np1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 30
387 An Angel thus made a few silly Worms pull down the Pride of that Atheistical King Agrippa, and eat him up alive. an Angel thus made a few silly Worms pull down the Pride of that Atheistical King Agrippa, and eat him up alive. dt n1 av vvd dt d j n2 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 np1, cc vvi pno31 a-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 30
388 And a silly Fly killed our Countryman Pope Adrian IV, the only English-man that ever was Pope. And a silly Fly killed our Countryman Pope Adrian IV, the only Englishman that ever was Pope. cc dt j n1 vvn po12 n1 n1 np1 crd, dt j np1 cst av vbds n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 30
389 The Hand of God guided the Randome-Arrow to the Heart of that Idolatrous King Ahab, through the Joints of his Harness, where only it was penetrable. The Hand of God guided the Randome-Arrow to the Heart of that Idolatrous King Ahab, through the Joints of his Harness, where only it was penetrable. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq av-j pn31 vbds j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 31
390 4. Lastly, God fights for his People sometimes with weak human means. 4. Lastly, God fights for his People sometime with weak human means. crd ord, np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 av p-acp j j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 31
391 Thus Israel must be delivered in Gideon 's time, not with his whole Army (for then God's Arm could not have been so visible amongst so many strong men at Arms) but by the men that lapped as a Dog lappeth, probably the weakest and sickliest in the Camp. Thus Israel must be Delivered in gideon is time, not with his Whole Army (for then God's Arm could not have been so visible among so many strong men At Arms) but by the men that lapped as a Dog lappeth, probably the Weakest and sickliest in the Camp. av np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1, xx p-acp po31 j-jn n1 (c-acp av npg1 n1 vmd xx vhi vbn av j p-acp av d j n2 p-acp n2) cc-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vvn p-acp dt n1 vvz, av-j dt js cc av-js p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 31
392 From this Topick the good and valiant King (and therefore valiant, because the good King) Hezekiah cheer'd up his drooping Souldiers; From this Topic the good and valiant King (and Therefore valiant, Because the good King) Hezekiah cheered up his drooping Soldiers; p-acp d np1 dt j cc j n1 (cc av j, c-acp dt j n1) np1 vvn a-acp po31 j-vvg n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 31
393 Be strong and couragious, be not dismayed for the King of Assyria, nor for the multitude that is with him; Be strong and courageous, be not dismayed for the King of Assyria, nor for the multitude that is with him; vbb j cc j, vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, ccx p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 31
394 with him is an Arm of Flesh, but with us is the Lord our God, to help us, and fight our Battels. with him is an Arm of Flesh, but with us is the Lord our God, to help us, and fight our Battles. p-acp pno31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp pno12 vbz dt n1 po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12, cc vvi po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 31
395 But, how long will God fight our Battels? The Prophet Azariah answers this Quaere in good King Asa 's time; But, how long will God fight our Battles? The Prophet Azariah answers this Quaere in good King Asa is time; p-acp, c-crq av-j vmb np1 vvi po12 n2? dt n1 np1 vvz d fw-la p-acp j n1 np1 vbz n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 31
396 The Lord is with you whilst you are with him, but if you forsake him, he will forsake you. The Lord is with you while you Are with him, but if you forsake him, he will forsake you. dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22 cs pn22 vbr p-acp pno31, cc-acp cs pn22 vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 31
397 Many a good Cause is spoil'd by ill management, and many a good Army by ill Discipline: Many a good Cause is spoiled by ill management, and many a good Army by ill Discipline: d dt j vvb vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc d dt j n1 p-acp j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 31
398 England has a potent Enemy, but yet a Cause so good, that we may say of our King as Abigail said to King David, My Lord fighteth the Battels of the LORD. England has a potent Enemy, but yet a Cause so good, that we may say of our King as Abigail said to King David, My Lord fights the Battles of the LORD. np1 vhz dt j n1, cc-acp av dt n1 av j, cst pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1 vvd p-acp n1 np1, po11 n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 31
399 GOD grant that this good King and this good Cause do not miscarry by a debauched Army and Navy. Can we expect that God should fight for or with these men, that fight against him, GOD grant that this good King and this good Cause do not miscarry by a debauched Army and Navy. Can we expect that God should fight for or with these men, that fight against him, np1 vvb cst d j n1 cc d j vvb vdb xx vvi p-acp dt vvn n1 cc n1. vmb pns12 vvi cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp cc p-acp d n2, cst vvb p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 31
400 and bid him Defiance, cursing themselves and their God? We may assure our selves, that those that wage War against the King of Heaven, will never fight successfully for Their Sacred Majesties. and bid him Defiance, cursing themselves and their God? We may assure our selves, that those that wage War against the King of Heaven, will never fight successfully for Their Sacred Majesties. cc vvb pno31 n1, vvg px32 cc po32 n1? pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, cst d cst vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb av-x vvi av-j p-acp po32 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 31
401 He that is not truly virtuous, may do, perhaps, some flashy Feats, in Vapour, or for Company, He that is not truly virtuous, may do, perhaps, Some flashy Feats, in Vapour, or for Company, pns31 cst vbz xx av-j j, vmb vdi, av, d j n2, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 32
402 or for Shame, or for Fear or for Despair, but he can never be true to his Post, nor truly valourous. or for Shame, or for fear or for Despair, but he can never be true to his Post, nor truly valorous. cc p-acp vvb, cc p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb av-x vbi j p-acp po31 n1, ccx av-j j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 32
403 Where there's no Grace, no Goodness, no Sobriety, nor any Vertue, God is not there, Valour is not there, nor Faith, nor Faithfulness there: Where there's no Grace, no goodness, no Sobriety, nor any Virtue, God is not there, Valour is not there, nor Faith, nor Faithfulness there: c-crq pc-acp|vbz dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, ccx d n1, np1 vbz xx a-acp, n1 vbz xx a-acp, ccx n1, ccx n1 a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 32
404 A man's Courage and Loyalty must needs be as frail and precarious as his Conscience and Religion; A Man's Courage and Loyalty must needs be as frail and precarious as his Conscience and Religion; dt ng1 n1 cc n1 vmb av vbi a-acp j cc j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 32
405 and if he does not fell his Loyalty as he bought his Place, and fell his King and his Faith too, it is because the Judas wants a Chapman. and if he does not fell his Loyalty as he bought his Place, and fell his King and his Faith too, it is Because the Judas Wants a Chapman. cc cs pns31 vdz xx vvi po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n1 cc po31 n1 av, pn31 vbz p-acp dt np1 vvz dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 32
406 But in these days 'tis possible to find a Chapman too, that will be as free to part with his Purse as any Wretch can be to part with his Faith and Allegiance. But in these days it's possible to find a Chapman too, that will be as free to part with his Purse as any Wretch can be to part with his Faith and Allegiance. cc-acp p-acp d n2 pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, cst vmb vbi p-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vbi p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 32
407 Purge out therefore our Sins for thy Names sake, saith holy David, when he prayed to God for Victory. Purge out Therefore our Sins for thy Names sake, Says holy David, when he prayed to God for Victory. vvb av av po12 n2 p-acp po21 n2 n1, vvz j np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 32
408 If our Armies and Navies be not soundly and throughly purged from open Prophaneness, and Cursing, Swearing, Damning, If our Armies and Navies be not soundly and thoroughly purged from open Profaneness, and Cursing, Swearing, Damning, cs po12 n2 cc n2 vbb xx av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp j n1, cc vvg, vvg, vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 32
409 and Debauchery, and from fighting against Heaven, by sinning with an high Hand and an impudent Forehead; and Debauchery, and from fighting against Heaven, by sinning with an high Hand and an impudent Forehead; cc n1, cc p-acp vvg p-acp n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 32
410 they will never prove Men of good Courage, never play the men, in defence of Their Sacred Majesties, they will never prove Men of good Courage, never play the men, in defence of Their Sacred Majesties, pns32 vmb av-x vvi n2 pp-f j n1, av-x vvb dt n2, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 32
411 nor in defence of our People, and the Cities of our God. FINIS. nor in defence of our People, and the Cities of our God. FINIS. ccx p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 32

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View Segment and References (Segment No.) Note No. Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech
14 0 1 Chron. 11.6. 1 Chron. 11.20, 21. 1 Chronicles 11.6. 1 Chronicles 11.20, 21. vvn np1 crd. crd np1 crd, crd
28 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Sept. but the Chalder Paraphrase, and Syriack Interpreter, authorizes no such nice distinction; invalesce & invalescamus. . Sept but the Chalder paraphrase, and Syriac Interpreter, authorizes no such Nicaenae distinction; invalesce & invalescamus. . np1 p-acp dt np1 n1, cc np1 n1, vvz dx d j n1; vvi cc fw-la.
56 0 Judg. 6.34. Judges 6.34. np1 crd.
56 1 Heb. 11.32, 33. Hebrew 11.32, 33. np1 crd, crd
64 0 NONLATINALPHABET, says the Septuagint. , Says the septuagint. , vvz dt vvb.
80 0 Psal. 17.3. Psalm 17.3. np1 crd.
91 0 Jam. 4 1, 2. Jam. 4 1, 2. np1 crd crd, crd
134 0 1 Sam. 25.32, 33. 1 Sam. 25.32, 33. vvd np1 crd, crd
177 0 Num 15 20 Num 15 20 np1 crd crd
207 0 * Sir Philip Sidney, who was elected to be K. of Poland, but refused. * Sir Philip Sidney, who was elected to be K. of Poland, but refused. * n1 np1 np1, r-crq vbds vvn pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvn.
253 0 Cicero de oratore. Cicero de oratore. np1 fw-fr fw-la.
270 0 2 Cor. 7.22. 2 Cor. 7.22. crd np1 crd.
271 0 1 Cor. 7.32. 1 Cor. 7.32. vvd np1 crd.
273 0 1 Pet. 5.7. 1 Pet. 5.7. vvd np1 crd.
280 0 2 Tim. 4.6. 2 Tim. 4.6. crd np1 crd.
360 0 Deut. 7.20, 21. Deuteronomy 7.20, 21. np1 crd, crd
362 0 Num. 13.32, 33. Num. 13.32, 33. np1 crd, crd
379 0 Isa. 37 36. Isaiah 37 36. np1 crd crd
380 0 Judg 5.20. Judge 5.20. vvb crd.
381 0 In memory whereof I have seen much of Queen Elizabeths Coin, with her Effigies, and the Effigies of a Drake. In memory whereof I have seen much of Queen Elizabeths Coin, with her Effigies, and the Effigies of a Drake. p-acp n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d pp-f n1 npg1 vvb, p-acp po31 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
385 0 Psal. 78.49. Psalm 78.49. np1 crd.
386 0 1 Kin. 22.22. 1 Kin. 22.22. crd n1. crd.
389 0 1 Kings 22.34. 1 Kings 22.34. crd n2 crd.
393 0 2 Chron. 32.7, 8. 2 Chronicles 32.7, 8. crd np1 crd, crd
396 0 1 Chr. 15.2. 1 Christ 15.2. vvn np1 crd.
407 0 Psal. 79.9. Psalm 79.9. np1 crd.