A looking-glasse of hvmane frailty set before us in a sermon preached at the funerals of Mris. Anne Calquit, late wife of Mr. Nicholas Calquit, draper, who died on the 7. day of April 1659 and was interr'd the 19. of the said month, at the parish church of Alhallows the Less in Thames Street / by Nath. Hardy ...

Hardy, Nathaniel, 1618-1670
Publisher: Printed by R D for Joseph Cranford
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1654
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: A45553 ESTC ID: R333 STC ID: H729
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Psalms XXXIX, 5; Calquit, Anne, d. 1659; Funeral sermons; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A LOOKING-GLASSE OF Humane Frailty. Psalm the 39th. verse the 5th. A LOOKING-GLASS OF Humane Frailty. Psalm the 39th. verse the 5th. dt n1 pp-f j n1. np1 dt ord. n1 dt ord. (3) text (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Behold, thou hast made my dayes as an hand bredth, and mine age is as nothing before thee: Behold, thou hast made my days as an hand breadth, and mine age is as nothing before thee: vvb, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, cc po11 n1 vbz a-acp pix p-acp pno21: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 verily every man at his best state is altogether vanity. Selah. verily every man At his best state is altogether vanity. Selac. av-j d n1 p-acp po31 js n1 vbz av n1. np1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 THere are two evils to which the children of men in this world are subject; namely, of Sin, and of Affliction: the former whereof calls for Poenitence, the later for Patience: of both these David giveth us a pattern, of the one in the fore-going, and the other in this Psalm, that being (as St. Ambrose hath well observed) forma poenitentiae, a Psalm of Repentance for his Sins, THere Are two evils to which the children of men in this world Are Subject; namely, of since, and of Affliction: the former whereof calls for Penitence, the later for Patience: of both these David gives us a pattern, of the one in the foregoing, and the other in this Psalm, that being (as Saint Ambrose hath well observed) forma poenitentiae, a Psalm of Repentance for his Sins, pc-acp vbr crd n2-jn p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 vbr j-jn; av, pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1: dt j c-crq vvz p-acp n1, dt jc p-acp n1: pp-f d d np1 vvz pno12 dt n1, pp-f dt crd p-acp dt j, cc dt j-jn p-acp d n1, cst vbg (c-acp n1 np1 vhz av vvn) fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
4 and this forma poenitentiae, a Psalm of contentation under his sufferings. and this forma poenitentiae, a Psalm of contentation under his sufferings. cc d fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
5 The two great duties of Gods servants under afflictions are, a silent submission, and a sanctified use of them: The two great duties of God's Servants under afflictions Are, a silent submission, and a sanctified use of them: dt crd j n2 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp n2 vbr, dt j n1, cc dt vvn n1 pp-f pno32: (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
6 The former of these maketh afflictions still-born children, in as much as it shuts the mouth, and represseth all clamorous cries. This the Psalmist learnt when he said, I was dumb, and opened not my mouth. The former of these makes afflictions stillborn children, in as much as it shuts the Mouth, and represseth all clamorous cries. This the Psalmist learned when he said, I was dumb, and opened not my Mouth. dt j pp-f d vvz n2 j n2, p-acp c-acp d c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz d j vvz. d dt n1 vvd c-crq pns31 vvd, pns11 vbds j, cc vvd xx po11 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 The other maketh afflictions pregnant mothers, in as much as they inable us to the exercise of many excellent graces. The other makes afflictions pregnant mother's, in as much as they inable us to the exercise of many excellent graces. dt j-jn vvz n2 j n2, p-acp c-acp d c-acp pns32 j pno12 p-acp dt vvb pp-f d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 Among the several influences which sanctified troubles have on us, it is not the least, that it openeth our eyes. Schola crucis schola lucis is a known and experienced saying, the schoole of the Crosse is very lightsome, and though bitter to the taste, is a singular salve for the eye. Apollonius writeth of a People who see nothing in the day, but all in the night: In the day of prosperity we forget, in the night of adversity we remember both God and our selves, as his Soveraignty, so our own frailty. Alexander who was flattered by the people as a God, having received a wound in his body, confessed himself to be mortal. This holy man whom you find fancying a stability in the time of his prosperity, I said my mountain is so strong it cannot be moved; Among the several influences which sanctified Troubles have on us, it is not the least, that it Openeth our eyes. School crucis School lucis is a known and experienced saying, the school of the Cross is very lightsome, and though bitter to the taste, is a singular salve for the eye. Apollonius Writeth of a People who see nothing in the day, but all in the night: In the day of Prosperity we forget, in the night of adversity we Remember both God and our selves, as his Sovereignty, so our own frailty. Alexander who was flattered by the people as a God, having received a wound in his body, confessed himself to be Mortal. This holy man whom you find fancying a stability in the time of his Prosperity, I said my mountain is so strong it cannot be moved; p-acp dt j n2 r-crq vvn n2 vhb p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz xx dt ds, cst pn31 vvz po12 n2. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la vbz dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1, dt n1 pp-f dt p-acp vbz j j, cc cs j p-acp dt vvb, vbz dt j vvi p-acp dt n1. np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvb pix p-acp dt n1, p-acp d p-acp dt n1: p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vvb d np1 cc po12 n2, p-acp po31 n1, av po12 d n1. np1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1, vhg vvn dt vvd p-acp po31 n1, vvn px31 pc-acp vbi j-jn. d j n1 ro-crq pn22 vvb vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vvd po11 n1 vbz av j pn31 vmbx vbi vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 2
9 being now under a crosse, acknowledgeth his brittle fragility in the words of the text: Behold, thou hast made my dayes as an hand bredth, &c. being now under a cross, acknowledgeth his brittle fragility in the words of the text: Behold, thou hast made my days as an hand breadth, etc. vbg av p-acp dt n1, vvz po31 j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: vvb, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, av (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
10 Though there is no parcel of holy writ which doth not deserve our serious view, yet some Scriptures have as it were asterisms annexed to them, to intimate, that they ought to be more especially pondered by us, Though there is no parcel of holy writ which does not deserve our serious view, yet Some Scriptures have as it were asterisms annexed to them, to intimate, that they ought to be more especially pondered by us, cs pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f j vvn r-crq vdz xx vvi po12 j vvi, av d n2 vhb p-acp pn31 vbdr n2 vvn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi av-dc av-j vvn p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
11 and such is this which I am now to handle. and such is this which I am now to handle. cc d vbz d r-crq pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
12 The truth is, there is no lesson more substantiall than the nothingnesse of our substance or age, no meditation more serious and weighty than that of mans lightnesse and vanity; nor would any Doctrine be more closely laid to heart than this, that our dayes are as an hand, bredth. The truth is, there is no Lesson more substantial than the nothingness of our substance or age, no meditation more serious and weighty than that of men lightness and vanity; nor would any Doctrine be more closely laid to heart than this, that our days Are as an hand, breadth. dt n1 vbz, pc-acp vbz dx n1 dc j cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, dx n1 dc j cc j cs d pp-f ng1 n1 cc n1; ccx vmd d n1 vbb av-dc av-j vvn p-acp n1 cs d, cst po12 n2 vbr p-acp dt n1, n1. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
13 That this transitorinesse of our lives might not be slightly passed over in our mindes; whereas some Scriptures have one asterisme either in the beginning or end, and others two, to wit, both in the beginning and the end, this verse hath three notes of attention, in the beginning, in the middle, and in the end. The first word we meet with, is a Behold, which argueth it to be rem seriam, a serious lesson: That this transitoriness of our lives might not be slightly passed over in our minds; whereas Some Scriptures have one asterism either in the beginning or end, and Others two, to wit, both in the beginning and the end, this verse hath three notes of attention, in the beginning, in the middle, and in the end. The First word we meet with, is a Behold, which argue it to be remembering seriam, a serious Lesson: cst d n1 pp-f po12 vvz vmd xx vbi av-j vvn p-acp p-acp po12 n2; cs d n2 vhb crd n1 av-d p-acp dt vvg cc n1, cc n2-jn crd, p-acp n1, av-d p-acp dt vvg cc dt n1, d n1 vhz crd n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt vvg, p-acp dt j-jn, cc p-acp dt n1. dt ord n1 pns12 vvb p-acp, vbz dt vvb, r-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvg fw-la, dt j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
14 the word in the middle of the verse is verily, which speaketh it to be rem certam, a certain truth: the word in the middle of the verse is verily, which speaks it to be remembering certam, a certain truth: dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j, r-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvg n1, dt j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
15 and the last is Selah, which intimateth it to be rem magnam, a momentous Doctrine. and the last is Selac, which intimateth it to be remembering magnam, a momentous Doctrine. cc dt ord vbz np1, r-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvg fw-la, dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
16 Behold is a note of attention, Verily of asseveration, and Selah of meditation: Behold cals upon us to take notice, Verily requireth us to believe, and Selah willeth us to consider it: Behold is a note of attention, Verily of asseveration, and Selac of meditation: Behold calls upon us to take notice, Verily requires us to believe, and Selac wills us to Consider it: vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j pp-f n1, cc np1 pp-f n1: vvb vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp vvb n1, av-j vvz pno12 p-acp vvb, cc np1 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb pn31: (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
17 I hope there will need no more to quicken your he arts and ears whilst I shall with all possible brevity discuss this delineation of the shortnesse of life: Thou hast made my dayes, &c. The Text you see consists of three clauses; I hope there will need no more to quicken your he arts and ears while I shall with all possible brevity discuss this delineation of the shortness of life: Thou hast made my days, etc. The Text you see consists of three clauses; pns11 vvb a-acp vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp vvb po22 pns31 n2 cc n2 cs pns11 vmb p-acp d j n1 vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2, av dt n1 pn22 vvb vvz pp-f crd n2; (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
18 The subject of the first is dayes, and those dayes measured, and the measure short, Thou hast made my dayes as an hands bredth; The Subject of the First is days, and those days measured, and the measure short, Thou hast made my days as an hands breadth; dt j-jn pp-f dt ord vbz n2, cc d n2 vvn, cc dt vvb j, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2 p-acp dt n2 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
19 The subject of the second is age, and that age being weighed in the ballance, found light, very light, a meer nothing, mine age is nothing before thee: The Subject of the second is age, and that age being weighed in the balance, found Light, very Light, a mere nothing, mine age is nothing before thee: dt j-jn pp-f dt ord vbz n1, cc d n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, vvd j, j n1, dt j pix, po11 n1 vbz pix p-acp pno21: (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
20 The subject of the third is man; and that considered not in his autumn, but spring, who is found to be very vain, every man in his best estate is altogether vanity. The Subject of the third is man; and that considered not in his autumn, but spring, who is found to be very vain, every man in his best estate is altogether vanity. dt j-jn pp-f dt ord vbz n1; cc cst vvd xx p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvb, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j j, d n1 p-acp po31 js n1 vbz av n1. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
21 For our more methodicall proceeding, observe in the text a particular exemplification of one and the same Doctrine. For our more methodical proceeding, observe in the text a particular exemplification of one and the same Doctrine. p-acp po12 av-dc j vvg, vvb p-acp dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f crd cc dt d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 4
22 The Doctrine is no other than life's brevity, which is, Particularly exemplified in David himself, and that two wayes. The Doctrine is no other than life's brevity, which is, Particularly exemplified in David himself, and that two ways. dt n1 vbz dx n-jn cs n1|vbz n1, r-crq vbz, av-jn vvn p-acp np1 px31, cc d crd n2. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 4
23 Absolutely in the first clause, thou hast made my dayes as an hands bredth. Comparatively in the second, mine age is as nothing before thee. Absolutely in the First clause, thou hast made my days as an hands breadth. Comparatively in the second, mine age is as nothing before thee. av-j p-acp dt ord n1, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2 p-acp dt n2 n1. av-j p-acp dt ord, po11 n1 vbz a-acp pix p-acp pno21. (3) text (DIV1) 10 Page 4
24 Generally amplified, in reference to the whole race of mankinde, every man in his best estate, &c. Generally amplified, in Referente to the Whole raze of mankind, every man in his best estate, etc. av-j vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, d n1 p-acp po31 js n1, av (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 4
25 Before I enter upon these severals, it will not be incongruous to observe, that, Before I enter upon these severals, it will not be incongruous to observe, that, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n2-j, pn31 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 4
26 1. The Psalmist thinketh it not enough to mention, but ineulcateth this doctrine of the brevity of humane life; 1. The Psalmist Thinketh it not enough to mention, but ineulcateth this Doctrine of the brevity of humane life; crd dt n1 vvz pn31 xx av-d p-acp vvb, p-acp vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
27 nor is it only here, but elsewhere to be observed; yea, not only in him, but Job: so that in severall places, nor is it only Here, but elsewhere to be observed; yea, not only in him, but Job: so that in several places, ccx vbz pn31 av-j av, p-acp av pc-acp vbi vvn; uh, xx av-j p-acp pno31, p-acp n1: av cst p-acp j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
28 when those holy men fall upon this subject, they set it forth with multiplied expressions both proper and metaphoricall. when those holy men fallen upon this Subject, they Set it forth with multiplied expressions both proper and metaphorical. c-crq d j n2 vvb p-acp d j-jn, pns32 vvd pn31 av p-acp vvn n2 d j cc j. (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
29 That which we may well conceive to be hereby intimated, is, That which we may well conceive to be hereby intimated, is, cst r-crq pns12 vmb av vvb pc-acp vbi av vvn, vbz, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 5
30 1. On the one hand our dùlness and unwillingness to lay this truth to heart. There is no lesson we are more untoward to learn, and therefore the Schoolmaster repeats it so often, among all the neiles of the Sanctuary, none harder to enter into us than this, 1. On the one hand our dùlness and unwillingness to lay this truth to heart. There is no Lesson we Are more untoward to Learn, and Therefore the Schoolmaster repeats it so often, among all the neils of the Sanctuary, none harder to enter into us than this, crd p-acp dt crd n1 po12 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1. pc-acp vbz dx n1 pns12 vbr dc j p-acp vvb, cc av dt n1 vvz pn31 av av, p-acp d dt vvz pp-f dt n1, pix jc p-acp vvb p-acp pno12 cs d, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 5
31 and therefore the Masters of the Assemblies fasten it so strongly, indeed it is but reason that what we are so prone to cast behinde our backs, should be frequently set before our eyes. and Therefore the Masters of the Assemblies fasten it so strongly, indeed it is but reason that what we Are so prove to cast behind our backs, should be frequently Set before our eyes. cc av dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb pn31 av av-j, av pn31 vbz p-acp vvb cst r-crq pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 5
32 2. On the other hand our duty, which is not once, but again and again to consider it; 2. On the other hand our duty, which is not once, but again and again to Consider it; crd p-acp dt j-jn n1 po12 n1, r-crq vbz xx a-acp, p-acp av cc av p-acp vvb pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 5
33 God hath spoken once (saith the Psalmist) and I have heard it twice: God hath spoken once (Says the Psalmist) and I have herd it twice: np1 vhz vvn a-acp (vvz dt n1) cc pns11 vhb vvn pn31 av: (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 5
34 It may admit this gloss, what God speaketh but once, we should hear with twice that attention which we give to what is spoken by men; It may admit this gloss, what God speaks but once, we should hear with twice that attention which we give to what is spoken by men; pn31 vmb vvi d n1, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp a-acp, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp av d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n2; (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 5
35 and surely if we should hear twice what God speaketh once, we should hear often what he speaketh often. That lesson which is so much iterated cannot be enough conn'd, and what the Holy Ghost hath uttered in such multiplied words, is certainly most worthy our multiplyed thoughts. and surely if we should hear twice what God speaks once, we should hear often what he speaks often. That Lesson which is so much iterated cannot be enough conned, and what the Holy Ghost hath uttered in such multiplied words, is Certainly most worthy our multiplied thoughts. cc av-j cs pns12 vmd vvi av r-crq np1 vvz a-acp, pns12 vmd vvi av r-crq pns31 vvz av. cst n1 r-crq vbz av d vvn vmbx vbi av-d vvn, cc q-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn p-acp d vvn n2, vbz av-j av-ds j po12 vvn n2. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 6
36 For both these reasons, no doubt it is, that the Penmen of holy writ do in their manifold expressions not only use similitudes to represent the shortness of life, For both these Reasons, no doubt it is, that the Penmen of holy writ do in their manifold expressions not only use Similitudes to represent the shortness of life, p-acp d d n2, dx n1 pn31 vbz, cst dt n2 pp-f j vvn vdb p-acp po32 j n2 xx av-j vvi n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 6
37 but such similitudes as are most obvious and familiar to us, that which way soever we turn our eyes, we may be put in minde of it. but such Similitudes as Are most obvious and familiar to us, that which Way soever we turn our eyes, we may be put in mind of it. cc-acp d n2 c-acp vbr av-ds j cc j-jn p-acp pno12, cst r-crq n1 av po12 vvb po12 n2, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 6
38 When we are at Sea, the speedy sayling of the Ship; when in forreign parts, the short time of our sojourning; when on the Road, the quick riding of the Post; and when in Tents, the suddain taking down and removing of them, do all proclaim to us the passing away of our life; When we Are At Sea, the speedy sailing of the Ship; when in foreign parts, the short time of our sojourning; when on the Road, the quick riding of the Post; and when in Tents, the sudden taking down and removing of them, do all proclaim to us the passing away of our life; c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1, dt j vvg pp-f dt n1; c-crq p-acp j n2, dt j n1 pp-f po12 vvg; c-crq p-acp dt n1, dt j vvg pp-f dt n1; cc c-crq p-acp n2, dt j vvg a-acp cc n-vvg pp-f pno32, vdb d vvi p-acp pno12 dt vvg av pp-f po12 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 6
39 the vanishing of the clouds, and flight of the Eagle above us; the withering of the flowers, and cutting down of the grass beneath us; the vanishing of the Clouds, and flight of the Eagl above us; the withering of the flowers, and cutting down of the grass beneath us; dt vvg pp-f dt n2, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12; dt vvg pp-f dt n2, cc vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12; (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 6
40 the tales we tell in the day, and dreams we have in the night; finally, the breath we dayly send out of our mouths, and here the narrow bredth of our hands are all made use of to represent this truth unto us, that whether we look upward or downward, both waking and sleeping, both by other creatures, and by our own selves, we may be admonished of our mortality. the tales we tell in the day, and dreams we have in the night; finally, the breath we daily send out of our mouths, and Here the narrow breadth of our hands Are all made use of to represent this truth unto us, that whither we look upward or downward, both waking and sleeping, both by other creatures, and by our own selves, we may be admonished of our mortality. dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc n2 pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1; av-j, dt n1 pns12 j vvb av pp-f po12 n2, cc av dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbr d vvn n1 pp-f p-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno12, cst cs pns12 vvb av-j cc av-j, d vvg cc vvg, d p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp po12 d n2, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 6
41 2. This good man reflecting his thoughts upon mans frailty, applieth it to himselfe, in that he saith, my dayes, and mine age, thereby setting us an excellent pattern of bringing home generall truths to our own particulars: 2. This good man reflecting his thoughts upon men frailty, Applieth it to himself, in that he Says, my days, and mine age, thereby setting us an excellent pattern of bringing home general truths to our own particulars: crd d j n1 vvg po31 n2 p-acp ng1 n1, vvz pn31 p-acp px31, p-acp cst pns31 vvz, po11 n2, cc po11 n1, av vvg pno12 dt j n1 pp-f vvg av-an j n2 p-acp po12 d n2-j: (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 6
42 We are all very backward to grant that in hypothesi, which we know to be true in thesi; that all men are sinners we easily acknowledge; We Are all very backward to grant that in Hypothesis, which we know to be true in Thessia; that all men Are Sinners we Easily acknowledge; pns12 vbr d j av-j pc-acp vvi cst p-acp fw-la, r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp fw-la; cst d n2 vbr n2 pns12 av-j vvb; (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
43 and yet who saith in good earnest, I am a sinner; that every man is mortal none will deny, and yet who Says in good earnest, I am a sinner; that every man is Mortal none will deny, cc av r-crq vvz p-acp j n1, pns11 vbm dt n1; cst d n1 vbz j-jn pi vmb vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
44 and yet who considers, that himselfe is so. It was St. Hierom's complaint in communi strage morientium nemo se cogitat moriturum: even at such times when multitudes are taken away by death, no man (almost) thinketh it will seize upon him: So that whereas it is a joyous promise to the godly man, a thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand, and yet who considers, that himself is so. It was Saint Hierom's complaint in Communi strage morientium nemo se cogitat moriturum: even At such times when Multitudes Are taken away by death, no man (almost) Thinketh it will seize upon him: So that whereas it is a joyous promise to the godly man, a thousand shall fallen At thy side, and ten thousand At thy right hand, cc av r-crq vvz, cst px31 vbz av. pn31 vbds n1 npg1 n1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la: av p-acp d n2 c-crq n2 vbr vvn av p-acp n1, dx n1 (av) vvz pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31: av cst cs pn31 vbz dt j vvb p-acp dt j n1, dt crd vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1, cc crd crd p-acp po21 j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
45 yet it (to wit, the plague) shall not come nigh thee: yet it (to wit, the plague) shall not come High thee: av pn31 (p-acp n1, dt n1) vmb xx vvi av-j pno21: (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
46 It is the impious practice of the wicked man, though a thousand fall at his side, It is the impious practice of the wicked man, though a thousand fallen At his side, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cs dt crd n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
47 and ten thousand at his right hand, not to think death shall (nay to think it shall not) come nigh him. and ten thousand At his right hand, not to think death shall (nay to think it shall not) come High him. cc crd crd p-acp po31 j-jn n1, xx pc-acp vvi n1 vmb (uh pc-acp vvi pn31 vmb xx) vvb av-j pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
48 But surely it is our duty, and will be our wisdome, to bring home both examples and doctrines to our selves, that what we see verified in others, and what we confess is appointed for all, we also look upon as impending over our own heads. They are both intended by God, Oh let them be so made use of by us as glasses wherein to see our own faces. But surely it is our duty, and will be our Wisdom, to bring home both Examples and doctrines to our selves, that what we see verified in Others, and what we confess is appointed for all, we also look upon as impending over our own Heads. They Are both intended by God, O let them be so made use of by us as glasses wherein to see our own faces. cc-acp av-j pn31 vbz po12 n1, cc vmb vbi po12 n1, pc-acp vvi av-an d n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2, cst r-crq pns12 vvb vvn p-acp n2-jn, cc r-crq pns12 vvb vbz vvn p-acp d, pns12 av vvb p-acp c-acp vvg p-acp po12 d n2. pns32 vbr d vvn p-acp np1, uh vvb pno32 vbi av vvn vvb pp-f p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
49 Do we then see others brought to their graves? what should our thoughts be but to allude to those words of St. Paul to Saphyra, Behold, the feet of them who have buried this my brother (or sister) are at the door to carry me out. Do we assent to this truth, death is the end of all men? what should out meditation be, Do we then see Others brought to their graves? what should our thoughts be but to allude to those words of Saint Paul to Saphyra, Behold, the feet of them who have buried this my brother (or sister) Are At the door to carry me out. Do we assent to this truth, death is the end of all men? what should out meditation be, vdb pns12 av vvb n2-jn vvn p-acp po32 n2? r-crq vmd po12 n2 vbb p-acp p-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp np1, vvb, dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vhb vvn d po11 n1 (cc n1) vbr p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 av. vdb pns12 vvi p-acp d n1, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2? r-crq vmd av n1 vbi, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
50 but this, death will be my end? The truth is, universal propositions include each particular, and therefore the inference is just; so that David in this verse saying, every man, might also well say, My dayes; and withall, universal propositions can have little influence upon the will and affections, unless every one look upon himself as included in them: but this, death will be my end? The truth is, universal propositions include each particular, and Therefore the Inference is just; so that David in this verse saying, every man, might also well say, My days; and withal, universal propositions can have little influence upon the will and affections, unless every one look upon himself as included in them: cc-acp d, n1 vmb vbi po11 n1? dt n1 vbz, j n2 vvb d j, cc av dt n1 vbz j; av d np1 p-acp d n1 vvg, d n1, vmd av av vvi, po11 n2; cc av, j n2 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp dt vmb cc n2, cs d pi vvb p-acp px31 a-acp vvd p-acp pno32: (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
51 To what purpose is it to believe the Remission of sins, and The resurrection of the flesh, if I do not also believe The Remission of my sins, and The Resurrection of my flesh? to as little purpose is it to acknowledge that every man is vanity, if I do not in particular consider, that I am so. Behold, thou hast made my dayes, &c. To what purpose is it to believe the Remission of Sins, and The resurrection of the Flesh, if I do not also believe The Remission of my Sins, and The Resurrection of my Flesh? to as little purpose is it to acknowledge that every man is vanity, if I do not in particular Consider, that I am so. Behold, thou hast made my days, etc. p-acp r-crq vvb vbz pn31 p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns11 vdb xx av vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po11 n1? p-acp p-acp j vvb vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi d d n1 vbz n1, cs pns11 vdb xx p-acp j vvi, cst pns11 vbm av. vvb, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2, av (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
52 3. David having particularly asserted his own frailty, goeth on to lay it down as a generall maxime. 3. David having particularly asserted his own frailty, Goes on to lay it down as a general maxim. crd np1 vhg av-j vvn po31 d n1, vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
53 Probably for his own comfort, in that it was not his case alone: It is a great alleviation of an affliction to consider that it is common; with this St. Paul cheared up the Corinthians, There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: Probably for his own Comfort, in that it was not his case alone: It is a great alleviation of an affliction to Consider that it is Common; with this Saint Paul cheered up the Corinthians, There hath no temptation taken you but such as is Common to man: av-j p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp cst pn31 vbds xx po31 n1 av-j: pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz j; p-acp d n1 np1 vvn a-acp dt np1, pc-acp vhz dx n1 vvn pn22 p-acp d c-acp vbz j p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 8
54 and in this particular of death, when Joshua and David perceived their owne death approaching, they reflect on its generall extent, I go the way of all the earth, thereby rendering it so much the lesse terrible to themselves. and in this particular of death, when joshua and David perceived their own death approaching, they reflect on its general extent, I go the Way of all the earth, thereby rendering it so much the less terrible to themselves. cc p-acp d j pp-f n1, c-crq np1 cc np1 vvd po32 d n1 vvg, pns32 vvb p-acp po31 j n1, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, av vvg pn31 av av-d dt dc j p-acp px32. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 8
55 Certainly, for others warning to make account of the like. Lest any should think, that though Davids dayes were but an hands bredth, yet theirs may be of a longer measure, he lets the whole race of mankind know, that they are all concern'd; so that as Christ said to his Disciples, What I say unto you I say unto all, David seemeth to say here, What I say of my selfe I say of all: Certainly, for Others warning to make account of the like. Lest any should think, that though Davids days were but an hands breadth, yet theirs may be of a longer measure, he lets the Whole raze of mankind know, that they Are all concerned; so that as christ said to his Disciples, What I say unto you I say unto all, David seems to say Here, What I say of my self I say of all: av-j, p-acp n2-jn n1 pc-acp vvi vvb pp-f dt av-j. cs d vmd vvi, cst cs npg1 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n2 n1, av png32 vmb vbi pp-f dt jc vvb, pns31 vvz dt j-jn vvb pp-f n1 vvb, cst pns32 vbr d vvn; av cst p-acp np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 pns11 vvb p-acp d, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi av, r-crq pns11 vvb pp-f po11 n1 pns11 vvb pp-f d: (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 9
56 It was not so in other things, though David could say of himselfe in one place, My Cup runneth over; and in another place, I am holy, he could not say so of every man, nay, It was not so in other things, though David could say of himself in one place, My Cup Runneth over; and in Another place, I am holy, he could not say so of every man, nay, pn31 vbds xx av p-acp j-jn n2, cs np1 vmd vvi pp-f px31 p-acp crd n1, po11 n1 vvz a-acp; cc p-acp j-jn n1, pns11 vbm j, pns31 vmd xx vvi av pp-f d n1, uh, (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 9
57 but a few men, they are not many who enjoy that measure of prosperity, and fewer who attain that piety which he had; but a few men, they Are not many who enjoy that measure of Prosperity, and fewer who attain that piety which he had; cc-acp dt d n2, pns32 vbr xx d r-crq vvb cst n1 pp-f n1, cc d r-crq vvb d n1 r-crq pns31 vhd; (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 9
58 but there are none who are not under the law of mortality, and therefore no wonder, but there Are none who Are not under the law of mortality, and Therefore no wonder, cc-acp pc-acp vbr pix r-crq vbr xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av dx n1, (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 9
59 if as he saith, Thou hast made my dayes, so he concludes, every man in his best estate, &c. if as he Says, Thou hast made my days, so he concludes, every man in his best estate, etc. cs c-acp pns31 vvz, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2, av pns31 vvz, d n1 p-acp po31 js n1, av (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 9
60 These things being premised, I shall now proceed to the distinct handling of the severall clauses, and accordingly, These things being premised, I shall now proceed to the distinct handling of the several clauses, and accordingly, d n2 vbg vvn, pns11 vmb av vvb p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt j n2, cc av-vvg, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 9
61 I shall begin with the particular exemplification, and that I shall begin with the particular exemplification, and that pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc cst (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 9
62 As it is set down absolutely in those words, Thou hast made my dayes as an hands bredth, wherein the Psalmist layeth downe a double assertion, the one concerning himselfe, My dayes are as an hands bredth, the other concerning God, Thou hast made. As it is Set down absolutely in those words, Thou hast made my days as an hands breadth, wherein the Psalmist Layeth down a double assertion, the one Concerning himself, My days Are as an hands breadth, the other Concerning God, Thou hast made. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp av-j p-acp d n2, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2 p-acp dt n2 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp dt j-jn n1, dt crd vvg px31, po11 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 n1, dt j-jn vvg np1, pns21 vh2 vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Page 9
63 1. David affirmeth his dayes to be as an hands bredth, by which metaphor, I conceive two things are intended. 1. David Affirmeth his days to be as an hands breadth, by which metaphor, I conceive two things Are intended. crd np1 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp r-crq n1, pns11 vvb crd n2 vbr vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 10
64 1. An hands bredth is a determinate measure, The time of life is set. 1. an hands breadth is a determinate measure, The time of life is Set. crd dt n2 n1 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 10
65 The Vulgar Latine reads it, mensurabiles, dayes which may be measured, that argueth Tempus finitum, that this life is finite: our dayes are both numerabiles and mensurabiles, such as may be numbred and measured, as being finite; The vulgar Latin reads it, mensurabiles, days which may be measured, that argue Tempus finitum, that this life is finite: our days Are both numerabiles and mensurabiles, such as may be numbered and measured, as being finite; dt j jp vvz pn31, fw-la, n2 r-crq vmb vbi vvn, cst vvz fw-la fw-la, cst d n1 vbz j: po12 n2 vbr d fw-la cc fw-la, d c-acp vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, p-acp vbg j; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 10
66 But dies palmares, which is the true reading of the originall, goeth further, in that his dayes are said to be as an hands bredth, it noteth not only Tempus finitum, but definitum, such a time as shall end, but the end whereof is fixed, so true is that of Job, Is there not an appointed time to man upon earth? But die Palmares, which is the true reading of the original, Goes further, in that his days Are said to be as an hands breadth, it notes not only Tempus finitum, but definitum, such a time as shall end, but the end whereof is fixed, so true is that of Job, Is there not an appointed time to man upon earth? cc-acp vvz n2, r-crq vbz dt j vvg pp-f dt j-jn, vvz av-jc, p-acp cst po31 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 n1, pn31 vvz xx av-j fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la, d dt n1 c-acp vmb vvi, p-acp dt vvb c-crq vbz vvn, av j vbz d pp-f np1, vbz pc-acp xx dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1? (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 10
67 2. Chiefly an hands bredth is a short measure, and so is the time of life, St. Hierome understands it so, 2. Chiefly an hands breadth is a short measure, and so is the time of life, Saint Jerome understands it so, crd av-jn dt n2 n1 vbz dt j n1, cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 np1 vvz pn31 av, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 10
68 and therefore reads it expresly breves: Indeed both the words here used serve to illustrate this truth. and Therefore reads it expressly breves: Indeed both the words Here used serve to illustrate this truth. cc av vvz pn31 av-j vvz: av av-d dt n2 av vvn vvi p-acp vvb d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 10
69 1. The Psalmist doth not say, my years, or my months are as an hands bredth, but my dayes, which next to hours, is the shortest dimension of time. 1. The Psalmist does not say, my Years, or my months Are as an hands breadth, but my days, which next to hours, is the Shortest dimension of time. crd dt n1 vdz xx vvi, po11 n2, cc po11 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp po11 n2, r-crq ord p-acp n2, vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 10
70 Those sacred Annals, the Books of Chronicles are called in the Hebrew, words of dayes, for this reason probably, to intimate the short lives of the Kings of Israel and Judah, which are there recorded. Those sacred Annals, the Books of Chronicles Are called in the Hebrew, words of days, for this reason probably, to intimate the short lives of the Kings of Israel and Judah, which Are there recorded. d j n2, dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt njp, vvz pp-f n2, p-acp d n1 av-j, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, r-crq vbr a-acp vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 10
71 The truth is, the singular number may serve to represent mans life, which is but one day, the prosperous life a Sun-shining, the afflicted a rainy day, the long life a summers, and the short a winters day; The truth is, the singular number may serve to represent men life, which is but one day, the prosperous life a Sunshining, the afflicted a rainy day, the long life a summer's, and the short a winter's day; dt n1 vbz, dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp vvi ng1 n1, r-crq vbz p-acp crd n1, dt j n1 dt j, dt j-vvn dt j n1, dt av-j n1 dt n2, cc dt j dt ng1 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 11
72 some have only a morn and breakefast, others stay till noon and dine, the eldest live but till evening and sup in this world, all must go to bed in the grave when the night of death commeth. Some have only a morn and breakfast, Others stay till noon and dine, the eldest live but till evening and sup in this world, all must go to Bed in the grave when the night of death comes. d vhb av-j dt n1 cc n1, n2-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi, dt js-jn vvb cc-acp p-acp n1 cc vvb p-acp d n1, d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 11
73 2. But that which is principally intended, is the measure of those dayes, which is not an ell, or a yard, or a cubit, the length of an arm, or an elbow; no, 2. But that which is principally intended, is the measure of those days, which is not an ell, or a yard, or a cubit, the length of an arm, or an elbow; no, crd p-acp cst r-crq vbz av-j vvn, vbz dt vvb pp-f d n2, r-crq vbz xx dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1; av-dx, (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 11
74 nor yet the length, but only the bredth of an hand: nor is this affirmed of one particular day by it selfe, nor yet the length, but only the breadth of an hand: nor is this affirmed of one particular day by it self, ccx av dt n1, p-acp j dt n1 pp-f dt n1: ccx vbz d vvd pp-f crd j n1 p-acp pn31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 11
75 but of all his dayes together, the whole time of his life. Thus as Parrhasius, when he had drawn Cyclops asleep on a little table, the placeth Satyres about him measuring his thumb with a long stalk, to expresse the greatnesse of his stature; so here the Psalmist, to set forth the shortnesse of his life, brings in God, as it were measuring it with an hands bredth. but of all his days together, the Whole time of his life. Thus as Parrhasius, when he had drawn Cyclops asleep on a little table, the places Satires about him measuring his thumb with a long stalk, to express the greatness of his stature; so Here the Psalmist, to Set forth the shortness of his life, brings in God, as it were measuring it with an hands breadth. cc-acp pp-f d po31 n2 av, dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1. av p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn np1 j p-acp dt j n1, dt vvz n2 p-acp pno31 vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; av av dt n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz p-acp np1, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg pn31 p-acp dt n2 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 11
76 That you may yet more fully discern the fitnesse of the resemblance, it will not be amiss to observe a distinction of a double handbredth. That you may yet more Fully discern the fitness of the resemblance, it will not be amiss to observe a distinction of a double handbreadth. cst pn22 vmb av av-dc av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmb xx vbi av p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Page 11
77 The one greater, which is the whole space between the top of the thumb and the little finger when the hand is expanded, it is in account near twelve inches, and is called a span. The one greater, which is the Whole Molle between the top of the thumb and the little finger when the hand is expanded, it is in account near twelve inches, and is called a span. dt crd jc, r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz p-acp n1 j crd n2, cc vbz vvn dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 11
78 The other lesser, which is only the bredth of the four fingers, and those not distant from, The other lesser, which is only the breadth of the four fingers, and those not distant from, dt j-jn jc, r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2, cc d xx j p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 12
79 but closed one to the other. but closed one to the other. cc-acp vvn pi p-acp dt n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 12
80 The former of these is by the Greek called NONLATINALPHABET, and that is the word here used by Symmachus: the later is called NONLATINALPHABET, The former of these is by the Greek called, and that is the word Here used by Symmachus: the later is called, dt j pp-f d vbz p-acp dt jp vvn, cc d vbz dt n1 av vvn p-acp np1: dt jc vbz vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 12
81 and that is the word used by the Seventy. and that is the word used by the Seventy. cc d vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt crd. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 12
82 Indeed in some copies it is NONLATINALPHABET, old dayes, which may admit of a good construction to this purpose, Indeed in Some copies it is, old days, which may admit of a good construction to this purpose, np1 p-acp d n2 pn31 vbz, j n2, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 12
83 as old garments are quickly worn out, so are our dayes. But doublesse the best reading (as agreeing with the Hebrew) is, NONLATINALPHABET, which signifieth, the lesser hands bredth; as old garments Are quickly worn out, so Are our days. But Doublesse the best reading (as agreeing with the Hebrew) is,, which signifies, the lesser hands breadth; c-acp j n2 vbr av-j vvn av, av vbr po12 n2. cc-acp av-j dt js vvg (c-acp vvg p-acp dt njp) vbz,, r-crq vvz, dt jc n2 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 12
84 so that what Anacharsis said of Sea-men is upon this account true of all men, there is but the space of four fingers between them and death. Indeed this metaphor may very justly take in the whole latitude of life which men attain in this world, the four fingers bredth representing the four ages of man, to wit, Childhood, Youth, Manhood, Old age: so that what Anacharsis said of Seamen is upon this account true of all men, there is but the Molle of four fingers between them and death. Indeed this metaphor may very justly take in the Whole latitude of life which men attain in this world, the four fingers breadth representing the four ages of man, to wit, Childhood, Youth, Manhood, Old age: av cst r-crq np1 vvd pp-f n2 vbz p-acp d n1 j pp-f d n2, a-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2 p-acp pno32 cc n1. av d n1 vmb av av-j vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq n2 vvb p-acp d n1, dt crd n2 n1 vvg dt crd n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi, n1, n1, n1, j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 12
85 the life of a childe is scarce an inch, of an old man but a span; of the one it may be said, his dayes are but a fingers bredth, and of the other it can but be said, his dayes are as an hands bredth. the life of a child is scarce an inch, of an old man but a span; of the one it may be said, his days Are but a fingers breadth, and of the other it can but be said, his days Are as an hands breadth. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1, pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; pp-f dt crd pn31 vmb vbi vvn, po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 n1, cc pp-f dt j-jn pn31 vmb cc-acp vbi vvn, po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 12
86 2. Having taken this view of dies palmares, the measure of our dayes, which is an handbredth, it will be requisite to consider the Tuposuisti, who it is that hath made our dayes such, and the foregoing verse informeth us, that it is Jehovah, the Lord, to whom David directeth there his prayer, and here his complaint. My times (saith this holy man elsewhere to God) are in thy hands; 2. Having taken this view of die Palmares, the measure of our days, which is an handbreadth, it will be requisite to Consider the Tuposuisti, who it is that hath made our days such, and the foregoing verse Informeth us, that it is Jehovah, the Lord, to whom David directeth there his prayer, and Here his complaint. My times (Says this holy man elsewhere to God) Are in thy hands; crd vhg vvn d n1 pp-f vvz n2, dt vvb pp-f po12 n2, r-crq vbz dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp vvb dt fw-la, r-crq pn31 vbz cst vhz vvn po12 n2 d, cc dt vvg n1 vvz pno12, cst pn31 vbz np1, dt n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz a-acp po31 n1, cc av po31 n1. po11 ng1 (vvz d j n1 av p-acp np1) vbr p-acp po21 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 13
87 that is, at his dispose; so much Abraham intended by the phrase, when he saith to Sarah concerning Hagar, behold, thy maid is in thy hands, do with her as pleaseth thee: that is, At his dispose; so much Abraham intended by the phrase, when he Says to Sarah Concerning Hagar, behold, thy maid is in thy hands, do with her as Pleases thee: cst vbz, p-acp po31 n1; av d np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 vvg np1, vvb, po21 n1 vbz p-acp po21 n2, vdb p-acp pno31 p-acp vvz pno21: (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 13
88 Thus were Davids times in Gods hands, to appoint the continuance of them, according to the pleasure of his own will; yea, Job (speaking of man indefinitely) saith, his dayes are determined, the number of his months are with thee, thou hast appointed his bounds that he cannot passe. Thus were Davids times in God's hands, to appoint the Continuance of them, according to the pleasure of his own will; yea, Job (speaking of man indefinitely) Says, his days Are determined, the number of his months Are with thee, thou hast appointed his bounds that he cannot pass. av vbdr npg1 n2 p-acp n2 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d vmb; uh, np1 (vvg pp-f n1 av-j) vvz, po31 n2 vbr vvn, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbr p-acp pno21, pns21 vh2 vvn po31 n2 cst pns31 vmbx vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 13
89 He that hath set bounds to the Sea, hither to it shall go and no further, hath appointed limits to mans life. Thus long he shall live, and no longer. He that hath Set bounds to the Sea, hither to it shall go and no further, hath appointed Limits to men life. Thus long he shall live, and no longer. pns31 cst vhz vvn n2 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp pn31 vmb vvi cc dx av-jc, vhz vvn n2 p-acp ng1 n1. av av-j pns31 vmb vvi, cc dx av-jc. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 13
90 Our Saviour said to his Disciples, the hairs of your head are numbred, and surely then the dayes of our life are numbred; Our Saviour said to his Disciples, the hairs of your head Are numbered, and surely then the days of our life Are numbered; po12 n1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 vbr vvn, cc av-j av dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 13
91 and if the sparrow fall not to the ground, much lesse doth a man, without the Father, by whose providence all things are ordered, and consequently, all mans dayes are appointed; so true is this of the Psalmist, Thou hast made my dayes as an hands bredth. and if the sparrow fallen not to the ground, much less does a man, without the Father, by whose providence all things Are ordered, and consequently, all men days Are appointed; so true is this of the Psalmist, Thou hast made my days as an hands breadth. cc cs dt n1 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, d dc vdz dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 d n2 vbr vvn, cc av-j, d ng1 n2 vbr vvn; av j vbz d pp-f dt n1, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2 p-acp dt n2 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 13
92 To close up this with a double meditation. To close up this with a double meditation. pc-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 13
93 1. Since God hath made our dayes as an hands bredth, let us be content they should be so, not murmuring at the brevity either of our own or others lives, we are apt (with Jonah) to say, we do well to be angry, when (like his gourd) our life, or the life of any of our friends quickly withereth; but this holy mans practice is far better, and ought to be our pattern, who saith in this Psalm, I was dumb and opened not my mouth, because thou didst it. 1. Since God hath made our days as an hands breadth, let us be content they should be so, not murmuring At the brevity either of our own or Others lives, we Are apt (with Jonah) to say, we do well to be angry, when (like his gourd) our life, or the life of any of our Friends quickly withereth; but this holy men practice is Far better, and ought to be our pattern, who Says in this Psalm, I was dumb and opened not my Mouth, Because thou didst it. crd p-acp np1 vhz vvn po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 n1, vvb pno12 vbi j pns32 vmd vbi av, xx vvg p-acp dt n1 d pp-f po12 d cc n2-jn n2, pns12 vbr j (p-acp np1) pc-acp vvi, pns12 vdb av pc-acp vbi j, c-crq (av-j po31 n1) po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d pp-f po12 n2 av-j vvz; p-acp d j ng1 n1 vbz av-j jc, cc pi pc-acp vbi po12 n1, r-crq vvz p-acp d n1, pns11 vbds j cc vvd xx po11 n1, c-acp pns21 vdd2 pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 14
94 The more to enforce this lesson of contentation in this respect upon us, consider, The more to enforce this Lesson of contentation in this respect upon us, Consider, dt av-dc p-acp vvb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d vvb p-acp pno12, vvb, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 14
95 1. It is not in thy power to make them longer, no not an hairs bredth, then this hands bredth, which of you (saith our Saviour) by taking thought, can add one cubit to his stature? (I may add) or one day to his life? 1. It is not in thy power to make them longer, no not an hairs breadth, then this hands breadth, which of you (Says our Saviour) by taking Thought, can add one cubit to his stature? (I may add) or one day to his life? crd pn31 vbz xx p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jc, dx xx dt n2 n1, av d n2 n1, r-crq pp-f pn22 (vvz po12 n1) p-acp vvg n1, vmb vvi crd n1 p-acp po31 n1? (pns11 vmb vvi) cc crd n1 p-acp po31 n1? (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 14
96 Indeed a prudent care of prolonging our dayes is commendable as because God requireth it so, Indeed a prudent care of prolonging our days is commendable as Because God requires it so, av dt j n1 pp-f vvg po12 n2 vbz j c-acp c-acp np1 vvz pn31 av, (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 14
97 because the time how long we shall live is unknown to us: Because the time how long we shall live is unknown to us: c-acp dt n1 c-crq av-j pns12 vmb vvi vbz j p-acp pno12: (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 14
98 but an impatient anxiety in respect of life's shortnesse is foolish, since it maketh our life so much the more bitter, and not at all longer. but an impatient anxiety in respect of life's shortness is foolish, since it makes our life so much the more bitter, and not At all longer. cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vbz j, c-acp pn31 vvz po12 n1 av av-d dt dc j, cc xx p-acp d av-jc. (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 14
99 2. Besides, though God be the efficient, yet we are the meritorious cause of the abbreviation of our dayes; God at first made our dayes of such a bredth as could not be measured, nor should our life have knowne death if we had not known sin: It is very observable what Hezekiah saith to this purpose, I have cut off like a Weaver my life: 2. Beside, though God be the efficient, yet we Are the meritorious cause of the abbreviation of our days; God At First made our days of such a breadth as could not be measured, nor should our life have known death if we had not known since: It is very observable what Hezekiah Says to this purpose, I have Cut off like a Weaver my life: crd p-acp, cs np1 vbb dt j, av pns12 vbr dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; np1 p-acp ord vvd po12 n2 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp vmd xx vbi vvn, ccx vmd po12 n1 vhb vvn n1 cs pns12 vhd xx vvn n1: pn31 vbz j j r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1, pns11 vhb vvn a-acp av-j dt n1 po11 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 14
100 he will cut me off with pining sicknesse; he will Cut me off with pining sickness; pns31 vmb vvi pno11 a-acp p-acp j-vvg n1; (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 14
101 acknowledging it to be his own act as well as Gods, yea (as the order imports) therefore Gods, because his, Had not we our selves cut short our lives, God would never have cut them short, and therefore let us so acknowledge our deservings as to clear divine justice, and submit to his dispose. acknowledging it to be his own act as well as God's, yea (as the order imports) Therefore God's, Because his, Had not we our selves Cut short our lives, God would never have Cut them short, and Therefore let us so acknowledge our deservings as to clear divine Justice, and submit to his dispose. vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi po31 d n1 c-acp av c-acp n2, uh (c-acp dt n1 vvz) av n2, c-acp po31, vhd xx pns12 po12 n2 vvb j po12 n2, np1 vmd av-x vhi vvn pno32 j, cc av vvb pno12 av vvb po12 n2-vvg p-acp p-acp j j-jn n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 15
102 2. Since God hath made our dayes as an hands bredth let us so account them. No arithmetick in numbring, nor Geometry in measuring our dayes better than that which God himself teacheth. 2. Since God hath made our days as an hands breadth let us so account them. No arithmetic in numbering, nor Geometry in measuring our days better than that which God himself Teaches. crd p-acp np1 vhz vvn po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 n1 vvb pno12 av vvb pno32. av-dx n1 p-acp vvg, ccx n1 p-acp vvg po12 n2 jc cs d r-crq np1 px31 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 15
103 But alas it is an usuall practice to make our dayes far longer in our imaginations than they are in reality. It was the injustice of that Steward to his Lord, who when the debt was an hundred measures of wheat, bid the debtor, write fourscore; and when an handred measures of Oyle, to write down fifty: but such is our injustice to our selves, that when our dayes are not fifty, we write down fourscore; and whereas they are but an hands, bredth, we fancy them to be of a far larger size. Indeed, But alas it is an usual practice to make our days Far longer in our Imaginations than they Are in reality. It was the injustice of that Steward to his Lord, who when the debt was an hundred measures of wheat, bid the debtor, write fourscore; and when an handred measures of Oil, to write down fifty: but such is our injustice to our selves, that when our days Are not fifty, we write down fourscore; and whereas they Are but an hands, breadth, we fancy them to be of a Far larger size. Indeed, p-acp uh pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-j jc p-acp po12 n2 cs pns32 vbr p-acp n1. pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq c-crq dt n1 vbds dt crd n2 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1, vvb crd; cc q-crq dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp crd: p-acp d vbz po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, cst c-crq po12 n2 vbr xx crd, pns12 vvb a-acp crd; cc cs pns32 vbr p-acp dt n2, n1, pns12 vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt av-j jc n1. av, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 15
104 as the deceitfull hour-glasse, having the sand up on both sides, maketh a man thinke there is a good deal of the hour to run out, whereas by reason of an hollownesse in the middle it sinketh presently; as the deceitful hourglass, having the sand up on both sides, makes a man think there is a good deal of the hour to run out, whereas by reason of an hollowness in the middle it sinks presently; c-acp dt j n1, vhg dt vvb a-acp p-acp d n2, vvz dt n1 vvb a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvb av, cs p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn pn31 vvz av-j; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 15
105 so do our dayes, by reason of strength and health promise us to be many, and on a suddain, by reason of some ill humour seizing on the vitals in the middle of the body, they prove to be few. It is a saying in the Civil Law, Praesumitur quilibet vivere centum annos, Every one is presumed to live an hundred years; so do our days, by reason of strength and health promise us to be many, and on a sudden, by reason of Some ill humour seizing on the vitals in the middle of the body, they prove to be few. It is a saying in the Civil Law, Praesumitur Quilibet vivere centum annos, Every one is presumed to live an hundred Years; av vdb po12 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvb pno12 pc-acp vbi d, cc p-acp dt j, p-acp n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 vvg p-acp dt n2-j p-acp dt j-jn pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi d. pn31 vbz dt n-vvg p-acp dt j n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, d pi vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt crd n2; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 15
106 the rise whereof is that fond opinion in the mindes of most men, whereby they flatter themselves with apprehensions of long life, Oh let us remember it is the property of a good man (according to the Greeke Fathers phrase) NONLATINALPHABET, to esteem his life as a Pilgrimage of a short continuance, And this especially for four ends. the rise whereof is that found opinion in the minds of most men, whereby they flatter themselves with apprehensions of long life, O let us Remember it is the property of a good man (according to the Greek Father's phrase), to esteem his life as a Pilgrimage of a short Continuance, And this especially for four ends. dt vvb c-crq vbz d j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f av-ds n2, c-crq pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, uh vvb pno12 vvi pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 (vvg p-acp dt jp ng1 n1), pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc d av-j p-acp crd n2. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 16
107 1. To hasten our repentance for our sins. The measure of our dayes, is the space of our repentance, 1. To hasten our Repentance for our Sins. The measure of our days, is the Molle of our Repentance, crd pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2. dt vvb pp-f po12 n2, vbz dt vvb pp-f po12 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 16
108 since it is narrow, let this be speedy; that cannot be long extended, let not this be long deferred; One of the dayes of thy life must be the day of repentance, and if one, whynot this day? especially considering the measure (for ought thou knowest) may be at the utmost extent, and this day may prove thy last. It is true, At what time soever a finner repents from the bottome of his heart, God will do away his offence; since it is narrow, let this be speedy; that cannot be long extended, let not this be long deferred; One of the days of thy life must be the day of Repentance, and if one, whynot this day? especially considering the measure (for ought thou Knowest) may be At the utmost extent, and this day may prove thy last. It is true, At what time soever a finner repents from the bottom of his heart, God will do away his offence; c-acp pn31 vbz j, vvb d vbb j; cst vmbx vbi av-j vvn, vvb xx d vbi av-j vvn; crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f po21 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cs crd, vmbx d n1? av-j vvg dt vvb (c-acp pi pns21 vv2) vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1, cc d n1 vmb vvi po21 ord. pn31 vbz j, p-acp r-crq n1 av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 vmb vdi av po31 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 16
109 but then he must repent whilest he hath time: but then he must Repent whilst he hath time: p-acp av pns31 vmb vvi cs pns31 vhz n1: (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 16
110 At what time the winde serveth the Mariner, he may saile to the Haven; but then he must saile while the winde serveth, which will not be alwayes, nor long, and therefore let us be so wise, as to take time whilest it is afforded. At what time the wind serves the Mariner, he may sail to the Haven; but then he must sail while the wind serves, which will not be always, nor long, and Therefore let us be so wise, as to take time whilst it is afforded. p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; p-acp av pns31 vmb vvi cs dt n1 vvz, r-crq vmb xx vbi av, ccx j, cc av vvb pno12 vbi av j, a-acp p-acp vvb n1 cs pn31 vbz vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 16
111 2 To lessen our affections towards this world. Whenas the measure of our dayes is contracted to an hands bredth, why should the earthy desires of our hearts be so much enlarged? Could we at our pleasure add day to day and year to year, it were good policy to joyne house to house, and field to field; but to what purpose are many goods, when (with the rich fool in the Gospel) we have perhaps but a few hours, whilest thou livest, thy dayes are but as the bredth of thy hand, when thou diest, thou shalt have no more ground than the length of thy body, why so greedy in grasping large revenews and vast possessions? 2 To lessen our affections towards this world. Whenas the measure of our days is contracted to an hands breadth, why should the earthy Desires of our hearts be so much enlarged? Could we At our pleasure add day to day and year to year, it were good policy to join house to house, and field to field; but to what purpose Are many goods, when (with the rich fool in the Gospel) we have perhaps but a few hours, whilst thou Livest, thy days Are but as the breadth of thy hand, when thou Dies, thou shalt have no more ground than the length of thy body, why so greedy in grasping large revenues and vast possessions? crd p-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1. cs dt vvb pp-f po12 n2 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 n1, q-crq vmd dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbb av d vvn? vmd pns12 p-acp po12 vvi vvi n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbdr j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1; p-acp p-acp r-crq vvb vbr d n2-j, c-crq (p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1) pns12 vhb av p-acp dt d n2, cs pns21 vv2, po21 n2 vbr p-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, c-crq pns21 vv2, pns21 vm2 vhi dx dc n1 cs dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, uh-crq av j p-acp j-vvg j n2 cc j n2? (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 17
112 3. To lengthen our patience under the afflictions of this present life, our dayes are of a narrow bredth, a short length, and afflictions can last no longer, nor be extended broader than our dayes; Why should not our patience be as large and long as our afflictions? One Greek reading of this clause is NONLATINALPHABET, dayes of strife and misery; such were Davids at this time, 3. To lengthen our patience under the afflictions of this present life, our days Are of a narrow breadth, a short length, and afflictions can last no longer, nor be extended Broader than our days; Why should not our patience be as large and long as our afflictions? One Greek reading of this clause is, days of strife and misery; such were Davids At this time, crd pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1, po12 n2 vbr pp-f dt j n1, dt j n1, cc n2 vmb vvi dx av-jc, ccx vbi vvn jc cs po12 n2; c-crq vmd xx po12 n1 vbb p-acp j cc av-j p-acp po12 n2? crd jp vvg pp-f d n1 vbz, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; d vbdr npg1 p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 17
113 and many times are ours, but the comfort is, they are NONLATINALPHABET, only an hands bredth: Man that is born of a woman (sath Job) is of few dayes, and many times Are ours, but the Comfort is, they Are, only an hands breadth: Man that is born of a woman (Sath Job) is of few days, cc d n2 vbr png12, p-acp dt n1 vbz, pns32 vbr, av-j dt n2 n1: n1 cst vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 (n1 np1) vbz pp-f d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 17
114 and full of trouble. True our dayes are full of trouble, I but withall they are few; the fewnesse of our days would be a trouble, were it not that they are full of trouble, and the fulnesse of their trouble might be a griefe, were it not for their fewnesse: Neither on the one hand should the pleasure of our dayes much elevate us, and full of trouble. True our days Are full of trouble, I but withal they Are few; the fewness of our days would be a trouble, were it not that they Are full of trouble, and the fullness of their trouble might be a grief, were it not for their fewness: Neither on the one hand should the pleasure of our days much elevate us, cc j pp-f n1. av-j po12 n2 vbr j pp-f vvi, pns11 cc-acp av pns32 vbr d; dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vmd vbi dt vvb, vbdr pn31 xx cst pns32 vbr j pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 vvb vmd vbi dt n1, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp po32 n1: av-d p-acp dt crd n1 vmd dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 d vvb pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 17
115 nor on the other, the sorrows of them perplex us, when we consider, that those though sweet, are but short, and these though sharp, are but few, very few, no more than will make up as it were an hands bredth. nor on the other, the sorrows of them perplex us, when we Consider, that those though sweet, Are but short, and these though sharp, Are but few, very few, no more than will make up as it were an hands breadth. ccx p-acp dt n-jn, dt n2 pp-f pno32 vvi pno12, c-crq pns12 vvi, cst d c-acp j, vbr p-acp j, cc d c-acp j, vbr p-acp d, j d, av-dx dc cs vmb vvi a-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n2 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 18
116 4. To quicken us in the practice of good works, They say of the Birds of Norway, that they fly faster than others, not because Nature hath given them more, or swifter wings, but because the dayes are shorter there than elsewhere they make the greater haste, Oh that the consideration of the short measure of our days might accelerate us in our race to heaven, so as with great speed and diligence we may learn to worke out our salvation. It is said of the Devil, he is come down to the Inhabitants of the earth, having great wrath, because he knoweth his time is but short; 4. To quicken us in the practice of good works, They say of the Birds of Norway, that they fly faster than Others, not Because Nature hath given them more, or swifter wings, but Because the days Are shorter there than elsewhere they make the greater haste, O that the consideration of the short measure of our days might accelerate us in our raze to heaven, so as with great speed and diligence we may Learn to work out our salvation. It is said of the devil, he is come down to the Inhabitants of the earth, having great wrath, Because he Knoweth his time is but short; crd p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, pns32 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vvb jc cs n2-jn, xx p-acp n1 vhz vvn pno32 av-dc, cc jc n2, p-acp c-acp dt n2 vbr jc pc-acp cs av pns32 vvb dt jc n1, uh cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp po12 vvb p-acp n1, av c-acp p-acp j vvb cc n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp vvb av po12 n1. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vhg j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 vbz p-acp j; (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 18
117 how should we bestir our selves with great zeale in Gods service, since we know our time is short. Take in the whole life of man, it is but as the bredth of four singers, sure we had not need to lose any of them: how should we Bestir our selves with great zeal in God's service, since we know our time is short. Take in the Whole life of man, it is but as the breadth of four singers, sure we had not need to loose any of them: c-crq vmd pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n1 vbz j. vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, av-j pns12 vhd xx n1 p-acp vvb d pp-f pno32: (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 18
118 He that having but four acres to sow with corn (all which is little enough to supply his family) and should only sow one, and let the rest overrun with weeds, will he not deservedly be branded for a fool? Oh why then are we so foolish to mis-spend the greatest part of our dayes in doing nothing, or worse than nothing, when as all our dayes are but four fingers bredth; He that having but four acres to sow with corn (all which is little enough to supply his family) and should only sow one, and let the rest overrun with weeds, will he not deservedly be branded for a fool? O why then Are we so foolish to misspend the greatest part of our days in doing nothing, or Worse than nothing, when as all our days Are but four fingers breadth; pns31 cst vhg p-acp crd ng2 p-acp vvb p-acp n1 (d r-crq vbz j av-d p-acp vvb po31 n1) cc vmd av-j vvi pi, cc vvb dt n1 vvi p-acp n2, vmb pns31 xx av-vvn vbi vvn p-acp dt n1? uh q-crq av vbr pns12 av j p-acp j dt js n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp vdg pix, cc av-jc cs pix, c-crq p-acp d po12 n2 vbr p-acp crd n2 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 18
119 Nature, or rather the God of nature, hath not given us (to use Seneca's expression) so large a time of life, as to trifle away any part of it; Nature, or rather the God of nature, hath not given us (to use Seneca's expression) so large a time of life, as to trifle away any part of it; n1, cc av-c dt n1 pp-f n1, vhz xx vvn pno12 (p-acp n1 npg1 n1) av j dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp p-acp vvb av d n1 pp-f pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 18
120 yea, he that spends it best will still have cause to say with David in the close of this Psalm, O spare me, that I may recover strength before I go hence, and be no more seen. yea, he that spends it best will still have cause to say with David in the close of this Psalm, Oh spare me, that I may recover strength before I go hence, and be no more seen. uh, pns31 cst vvz pn31 av-js vmb av vhi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt av-j pp-f d n1, uh vvb pno11, cst pns11 vmb vvi n1 c-acp pns11 vvb av, cc vbi av-dx av-dc vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 19
121 2. You have heard the brevity of mans life exemplified in David, by an absolute assertion under the metaphor of an hand bredth, go we on to the comparative proposition, mine age is nothing before thee. 2. You have herd the brevity of men life exemplified in David, by an absolute assertion under the metaphor of an hand breadth, go we on to the comparative proposition, mine age is nothing before thee. crd pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, vvb pns12 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, po11 n1 vbz pix p-acp pno21. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Page 19
122 The subject of this proposition is variously rendred. The Subject of this proposition is variously rendered. dt j-jn pp-f d n1 vbz av-j vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Page 19
123 By the Caldee it is read body, and indeed it is mans duration in respect of his body, which is said to be as nothing, since the soul is immortal. Aquila reads it NONLATINALPHABET, the time of the souls imprisonment in the body; the Seventy translate it NONLATINALPHABET, which is rendred by the Vulgar Latine substantia, but properly signifieth subsistentia, and is so to be understood here, my subsistence. The Hebrew word is most genuinely translated by aevum, mine age, to wit, in this world; for that is sometimes the signification of the word. By the Caldee it is read body, and indeed it is men duration in respect of his body, which is said to be as nothing, since the soul is immortal. Aquila reads it, the time of the Souls imprisonment in the body; the Seventy translate it, which is rendered by the vulgar Latin Substance, but properly signifies subsistentia, and is so to be understood Here, my subsistence. The Hebrew word is most genuinely translated by aevum, mine age, to wit, in this world; for that is sometime the signification of the word. p-acp dt np1 pn31 vbz vvn n1, cc av pn31 vbz ng1 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp pix, p-acp dt n1 vbz j. np1 vvz pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp dt n1; dt crd vvb pn31, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j jp fw-la, p-acp av-j vvz fw-la, cc vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn av, po11 n1. dt njp n1 vbz av-ds av-jn vvn p-acp fw-la, po11 n1, p-acp n1, p-acp d n1; p-acp cst vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Page 19
124 Concerning his age, David saith, it is as nothing: If you compare this with the former clause, you shall observe a gradation, ascending in the subject, whereas there dayes, here an age, which is made up not only of dayes, or months, but years, descending in the praedicate, there an hands bredth, (which is but small) here nothing. Solomon speaking of the comforts of life, seemeth to call them non entities, Wilt thou set thine eyes upon that which is not? for this reason (no doubt,) because their being is a continall tendency to not being. Upon the same accompt, the age of Davids life is here said to be nothing, because of no continuance; the word NONLATINALPHABET is near a kin to NONLATINALPHABET, which commeth from NONLATINALPHABET cessavit, and so soon doth mans age cease, that it is as if it were not at all. Concerning his age, David Says, it is as nothing: If you compare this with the former clause, you shall observe a gradation, ascending in the Subject, whereas there days, Here an age, which is made up not only of days, or months, but Years, descending in the predicate, there an hands breadth, (which is but small) Here nothing. Solomon speaking of the comforts of life, seems to call them non entities, Wilt thou Set thine eyes upon that which is not? for this reason (no doubt,) Because their being is a continall tendency to not being. Upon the same account, the age of Davids life is Here said to be nothing, Because of no Continuance; the word is near a kin to, which comes from cessavit, and so soon does men age cease, that it is as if it were not At all. vvg po31 n1, np1 vvz, pn31 vbz c-acp pix: cs pn22 vvb d p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, vvg p-acp dt j-jn, cs pc-acp n2, av dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn a-acp xx av-j pp-f n2, cc n2, p-acp n2, vvg p-acp dt vvb, a-acp dt n2 n1, (r-crq vbz p-acp j) av pix. np1 vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, vvz p-acp vvb pno32 fw-fr n2, vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n2 p-acp d r-crq vbz xx? p-acp d n1 (dx n1,) c-acp po32 vbg vbz dt j n1 p-acp xx vbg. p-acp dt d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi pix, c-acp pp-f dx n1; dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp, r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc av av vdz ng1 n1 vvi, cst pn31 vbz c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 20
125 But yet this must be taken with its restrictions. David doth not say, mine age is nothing, but it is as nothing; nor doth he say this positively, but respectively, in reference to God, it is as nothing before thee. But yet this must be taken with its restrictions. David does not say, mine age is nothing, but it is as nothing; nor does he say this positively, but respectively, in Referente to God, it is as nothing before thee. cc-acp av d vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2. np1 vdz xx vvi, po11 n1 vbz pix, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pix; ccx vdz pns31 vvi d av-j, p-acp av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vbz c-acp pix p-acp pno21. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 20
126 The Prophet Isaiah (speaking of the whole world of mankind) saith, The Nations are as a drop of a bucket, The Prophet Isaiah (speaking of the Whole world of mankind) Says, The nations Are as a drop of a bucket, dt n1 np1 (vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1) vvz, dt n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 20
127 and are accompted as the small dust of the ballance: behold, he taketh up the Isles as a very little thing; and Are accounted as the small dust of the balance: behold, he Takes up the Isles as a very little thing; cc vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: vvb, pns31 vvz a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 20
128 but as if this were not full enough, a little after he saith, All Nations before him are as nothing, but as if this were not full enough, a little After he Says, All nations before him Are as nothing, p-acp c-acp cs d vbdr xx av-j av-d, dt j c-acp pns31 vvz, d n2 p-acp pno31 vbr p-acp pix, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 20
129 and they are counted to him lesse than nothing and vanity: a small dust, a single drop are little things, I but they are something; the Prophet cannot enough set forth the distance between God and the Nations unlesse he go lower, and therefore he saith, they are as nothing. Nay, and they Are counted to him less than nothing and vanity: a small dust, a single drop Are little things, I but they Are something; the Prophet cannot enough Set forth the distance between God and the nations unless he go lower, and Therefore he Says, they Are as nothing. Nay, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 av-dc cs pix cc n1: dt j n1, dt j n1 vbr j n2, pns11 cc-acp pns32 vbr pi; dt n1 vmbx av-d vvi av dt n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n2 cs pns31 vvb jc, cc av pns31 vvz, pns32 vbr a-acp pix. uh, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 20
130 as if this were not enough, he will strain the sence, and speak a contradiction, rather than not expresse his meaning, where he saith, they are lesse than nothing, then which (to speak properly) nothing can be lesse. as if this were not enough, he will strain the sense, and speak a contradiction, rather than not express his meaning, where he Says, they Are less than nothing, then which (to speak properly) nothing can be less. c-acp cs d vbdr xx av-d, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvb dt n1, av-c cs xx vvi po31 vvg, c-crq pns31 vvz, pns32 vbr dc cs pix, av r-crq (pc-acp vvi av-j) pix vmb vbi av-dc. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 20
131 And surely if this be true of all Nations, well might David affirm it of his age, and if you would know the meaning of those words before thee, it is explained in that of the Prophet, when having said before him, he addeth, they are counted to him, that is, in comparison of him. Suitable to this it is that the Psalmist having set forth Gods eternal duration, and presently after speaking of mans years, he calleth them in the language of the Seventy NONLATINALPHABET, which Tertullian reads nullificamina; and it is the same in effect with that which goeth before, a thousand years are in thy sight but as yesterday, which being past, is nothing. Dei esse est suum esse, say the Schools, from that of God to Moses, I am that I am, Gods being is of and from himself; And surely if this be true of all nations, well might David affirm it of his age, and if you would know the meaning of those words before thee, it is explained in that of the Prophet, when having said before him, he adds, they Are counted to him, that is, in comparison of him. Suitable to this it is that the Psalmist having Set forth God's Eternal duration, and presently After speaking of men Years, he calls them in the language of the Seventy, which Tertullian reads Nullificamina; and it is the same in Effect with that which Goes before, a thousand Years Are in thy sighed but as yesterday, which being past, is nothing. Dei esse est suum esse, say the Schools, from that of God to Moses, I am that I am, God's being is of and from himself; cc av-j cs d vbb j pp-f d n2, av vmd np1 vvb pn31 pp-f po31 n1, cc cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp pno21, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d pp-f dt n1, c-crq vhg vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, cst vbz, p-acp n1 pp-f pno31. j p-acp d pn31 vbz d dt n1 vhg vvn av n2 j n1, cc av-j p-acp vvg pp-f vvz n2, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, r-crq np1 vvz fw-la; cc pn31 vbz dt d p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vvz a-acp, dt crd n2 vbr p-acp po21 n1 cc-acp c-acp av-an, r-crq vbg j, vbz pix. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvb dt n2, p-acp d pp-f np1 p-acp np1, pns11 vbm cst pns11 vbm, ng1 n1 vbz a-acp cc p-acp px31; (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 21
132 yea, it is himself, he is One undivided, unconfined, simple, eternall, and originall being, and as there is no being, but from him, so all other beings are as nothing in respect of him. yea, it is himself, he is One undivided, unconfined, simple, Eternal, and original being, and as there is no being, but from him, so all other beings Are as nothing in respect of him. uh, pn31 vbz px31, pns31 vbz crd j, j, j, j, cc j-jn vbg, cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dx vbg, p-acp p-acp pno31, av d j-jn n2 vbr p-acp pix p-acp n1 pp-f pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 21
133 It will not be amiss (for the further illustration of this truth) to consider the age of Davids life in severall references. It will not be amiss (for the further illustration of this truth) to Consider the age of Davids life in several references. pn31 vmb xx vbi av (c-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d n1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 21
134 1. David might truly have said, Mine age is short in respect of Methuselah 's: 1. David might truly have said, Mine age is short in respect of Methuselah is: crd np1 vmd av-j vhi vvn, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f np1 vbz: (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 21
135 the Dayes of Methuselah are said to be nine hundred sixty and nine years: the dayes of David, by computation of the time when he began, the Days of Methuselah Are said to be nine hundred sixty and nine Years: the days of David, by computation of the time when he began, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi crd crd crd cc crd n2: dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 21
136 and how long he reigned, were not much above threescore and ten, so that he lived not so many tens as Methuselah did hundreds. The life of man before the floud, was as a large Volume bound up in folio, but since it is contracted to a far lesser volume, and how long he reigned, were not much above threescore and ten, so that he lived not so many tens as Methuselah did hundreds. The life of man before the flood, was as a large Volume bound up in folio, but since it is contracted to a Far lesser volume, cc c-crq av-j pns31 vvd, vbdr xx av-d p-acp crd cc crd, av cst pns31 vvn xx av d crd p-acp np1 vdd crd. dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbds p-acp dt j n1 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt av-j jc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 22
137 and is (as it were) bound up in decimo sexto, so that whereas David saith in the former clause, my dayes are as a hands bredth, he might have said, they are as a fingers bredth in comparison of the ancient Patriarchs. and is (as it were) bound up in decimo sexto, so that whereas David Says in the former clause, my days Are as a hands breadth, he might have said, they Are as a fingers breadth in comparison of the ancient Patriarchs. cc vbz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvn a-acp p-acp fw-la fw-la, av cst cs np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, po11 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 22
138 2. David might have said, Mine age is very short in comparison of the age of the world. 2. David might have said, Mine age is very short in comparison of the age of the world. crd np1 vmd vhi vvn, po11 n1 vbz av j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 54 Page 22
139 St. Paul saith of the fashion of this Macrocosm it passeth away, but the age of the Microcosm, man passeth away far swifter. The World was almost as many thousand years old as David was scores in his times, that number is now well nigh doubled, but mans age is rather shortned. How many hundreds of yeares the world may yet continue is not known to us, Saint Paul Says of the fashion of this Macrocosm it passes away, but the age of the Microcosm, man passes away Far swifter. The World was almost as many thousand Years old as David was scores in his times, that number is now well High doubled, but men age is rather shortened. How many hundreds of Years the world may yet continue is not known to us, n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 pn31 vvz av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 vvz av av-j jc. dt n1 vbds av p-acp d crd n2 j c-acp np1 vbds vvz p-acp po31 n2, cst n1 vbz av av av-j vvn, p-acp ng1 n1 vbz av vvn. q-crq d crd pp-f ng2 dt n1 vmb av vvb vbz xx vvn p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 54 Page 22
140 but the ordinary number of the years of mans age now, compared with the number of six thousand years, is but so much as a week is to a year, or a minute to an hour, so that whereas he saith my dayes are as a span long, he might have said they are not an inch long, in respect of the worlds duration. but the ordinary number of the Years of men age now, compared with the number of six thousand Years, is but so much as a Week is to a year, or a minute to an hour, so that whereas he Says my days Are as a span long, he might have said they Are not an inch long, in respect of the world's duration. cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f ng1 n1 av, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd crd n2, vbz p-acp av av-d c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av cst cs pns31 vvz po11 n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 av-j, pns31 vmd vhi vvn pns32 vbr xx dt n1 av-j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 54 Page 22
141 3. David might have said, Mine age in this World is exceeding little, in comparison of the duration of the other world. 3. David might have said, Mine age in this World is exceeding little, in comparison of the duration of the other world. crd np1 vmd vhi vvn, po11 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av-vvg j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 22
142 The age to come is no lesse than an aeternity, and though it have a beginning, it shall have no end; so that whereas the Psalmist saith My dayes are as an hands bredth, he might have said, they are as an hairs bredth in respect of the continuance of the world to come. The age to come is no less than an eternity, and though it have a beginning, it shall have no end; so that whereas the Psalmist Says My days Are as an hands breadth, he might have said, they Are as an hairs breadth in respect of the Continuance of the world to come. dt n1 pc-acp vvi vbz av-dx av-dc cs dt n1, cc cs pn31 vhb dt vvg, pn31 vmb vhi dx n1; av cst cs dt n1 vvz po11 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn, pns32 vbr p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 23
143 4. Finally, David might have said, Mine age is scarcely any thing before the Angels, whose duration began with this world, and shall continue in the world to come, and so is coaetaneous with both the worlds. 4. Finally, David might have said, Mine age is scarcely any thing before the Angels, whose duration began with this world, and shall continue in the world to come, and so is Coetaneous with both the world's. crd av-j, np1 vmd vhi vvn, po11 n1 vbz av-j d n1 p-acp dt n2, rg-crq n1 vvd p-acp d n1, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc av vbz j p-acp d dt n2. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 23
144 But all these are far short of this comparison which he here maketh of his age with God, who is eternal, both a parte ante, and a parte post, from everlasting to everlasting. But all these Are Far short of this comparison which he Here makes of his age with God, who is Eternal, both a part ante, and a part post, from everlasting to everlasting. p-acp d d vbr av-j j pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 av vvz pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz j, d dt n1 fw-la, cc dt n1 n1, p-acp j p-acp j. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 23
145 The utmost imaginable extent of Time in comparison of aeternity is far lesse than an instant, is in respect of the longest Time. Were it possible to divide aeternity into parts, a million of years would not be so much as a ten hundred thousandth part; and what then is seventy or fourscore years? no wonder if David say, mine age is nothing (a meer nothing) before thee. The utmost imaginable extent of Time in comparison of eternity is Far less than an instant, is in respect of the longest Time. Were it possible to divide eternity into parts, a million of Years would not be so much as a ten hundred thousandth part; and what then is seventy or fourscore Years? no wonder if David say, mine age is nothing (a mere nothing) before thee. dt j j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vbz j dc cs dt j-jn, vbz p-acp n1 pp-f dt js n1. vbdr pn31 j p-acp vvb n1 p-acp n2, dt crd pp-f n2 vmd xx vbi av av-d c-acp dt crd crd ord n1; cc r-crq av vbz crd cc crd n2? dx n1 cs np1 vvb, po11 n1 vbz pix (dt j pi2) p-acp pno21. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 23
146 It is an excellent lesson which may here be taken forth by us, namely, to looke upon our selves in reference to God, that so we may be vile and little in our own eyes. There are many exeellencies wherein we are apt to glory, and whereof to boast, which if they would but compare with divine attributes, would appear mean and contemptible. Wert thou strong as Sampson, yet thou mayst say, My strength is nothing before thee, not so much and weak stripling is before a mighty Giant; wert thou as wise as Solomon, yet say, my wisdome is nothing before thee, not so much as the silly brute is before the intelligent Angels; the very foolishnesse of God (to use St. Pauls language) being wiser than the wisdome of men; It is an excellent Lesson which may Here be taken forth by us, namely, to look upon our selves in Referente to God, that so we may be vile and little in our own eyes. There Are many exeellencies wherein we Are apt to glory, and whereof to boast, which if they would but compare with divine attributes, would appear mean and contemptible. Wertenberg thou strong as Sampson, yet thou Mayest say, My strength is nothing before thee, not so much and weak stripling is before a mighty Giant; Wertenberg thou as wise as Solomon, yet say, my Wisdom is nothing before thee, not so much as the silly brutus is before the intelligent Angels; the very foolishness of God (to use Saint Paul's language) being Wiser than the Wisdom of men; pn31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq vmb av vbi vvn av p-acp pno12, av, p-acp vvb p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cst av pns12 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp po12 d n2. pc-acp vbr d n2 c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp n1, cc c-crq p-acp vvb, r-crq cs pns32 vmd p-acp vvb p-acp j-jn n2, vmd vvi j cc j. vbd2r pns21 j p-acp np1, av pns21 vm2 vvi, po11 n1 vbz pix p-acp pno21, xx av av-d cc j n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1; vbd2r pns21 p-acp j p-acp np1, av vvb, po11 n1 vbz pix p-acp pno21, xx av av-d c-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp dt j n2; dt j n1 pp-f np1 (pc-acp vvi n1 npg1 n1) vbg jc cs dt n1 pp-f n2; (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 24
147 Wert thou Honorable as Alexander, yet say, mine honour is nothing before thee, not so much as the glimmering candle is before the glorious Sun; wert thou rich as Cressus, thou must say, my riches are nothing before thee, not so much as the drop of water is to the Ocean: Finally, wert thou as old as Methuselah, thou must say, mine age is nothing before thee, not so much as a new born babe to aged Methuselah. Wertenberg thou Honourable as Alexander, yet say, mine honour is nothing before thee, not so much as the glimmering candle is before the glorious Sun; Wertenberg thou rich as Cressus, thou must say, my riches Are nothing before thee, not so much as the drop of water is to the Ocean: Finally, Wertenberg thou as old as Methuselah, thou must say, mine age is nothing before thee, not so much as a new born babe to aged Methuselah. vbd2r pns21 j p-acp np1, av vvb, po11 n1 vbz pix p-acp pno21, xx av av-d c-acp dt vvg n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1; vbd2r pns21 j p-acp np1, pns21 vmb vvi, po11 n2 vbr pix p-acp pno21, xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt n1: av-j, vbd2r pns21 p-acp j p-acp np1, pns21 vmb vvi, po11 n1 vbz pix p-acp pno21, xx av av-d c-acp dt j vvn n1 p-acp vvn np1. (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 24
148 To end this, since Mans age is nothing before God, let it be nothing before man himself, indeed as for that part of our age which is past, it is so with us, many years since, being but as a few dayes, and the time which is gone, is as nothing, Oh that we would looke with the same eye upon that which is to come. Indeed in one sence we must reckon our age as something, and that pretious, well were it if we would set an higher value upon our time than to waste it away in folly, To end this, since men age is nothing before God, let it be nothing before man himself, indeed as for that part of our age which is past, it is so with us, many Years since, being but as a few days, and the time which is gone, is as nothing, O that we would look with the same eye upon that which is to come. Indeed in one sense we must reckon our age as something, and that precious, well were it if we would Set an higher valve upon our time than to waste it away in folly, p-acp vvb d, c-acp ng1 n1 vbz pix p-acp np1, vvb pn31 vbb pix p-acp n1 px31, av c-acp p-acp d vvb pp-f po12 n1 r-crq vbz j, pn31 vbz av p-acp pno12, d n2 a-acp, vbg p-acp p-acp dt d n2, cc dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn, vbz p-acp pix, uh cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt d n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. av p-acp crd n1 pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp pi, cc d j, av vbdr pn31 cs pns12 vmd vvi dt jc vvb p-acp po12 n1 cs p-acp vvb pn31 av p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 24
149 but still as to the duration we must account it as nothing, and then we would have none to spare, but still as to the duration we must account it as nothing, and then we would have none to spare, cc-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pix, cc av pns12 vmd vhi pix pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 24
150 but wholly imploy it for the gaining of that which is as something before God, a joyfull and happy aeternity. And so much shall serve to be spoken of the first part of the text, the particular exemplification, pass we on to the Generall Amplification, in these words, Every man in his best estate is altogether vanity. but wholly employ it for the gaining of that which is as something before God, a joyful and happy eternity. And so much shall serve to be spoken of the First part of the text, the particular exemplification, pass we on to the General Amplification, in these words, Every man in his best estate is altogether vanity. cc-acp av-jn vvi pn31 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz p-acp pi p-acp np1, dt j cc j n1. cc av d vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1, vvb pns12 a-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, p-acp d n2, d n1 p-acp po31 js n1 vbz av n1. (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 25
151 A clause wherein each word is Emphaticall, which will the better appear, if you take a view of A clause wherein each word is Emphatical, which will the better appear, if you take a view of dt n1 c-crq d n1 vbz j, r-crq vmb dt jc vvi, cs pn22 vvb dt vvb pp-f (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 25
152 1. The extensiveness of the subject concerning whom this doctrine is asserted, which is, 1. The extensiveness of the Subject Concerning whom this Doctrine is asserted, which is, crd dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvg r-crq d n1 vbz vvn, r-crq vbz, (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 25
153 1. Not the creeping pismire, the crawling worm, the stupid asse, or any of the sensitive creatures but Man, who is endued with reason. 1. Not the creeping pismire, the crawling worm, the stupid Ass, or any of the sensitive creatures but Man, who is endued with reason. crd xx dt j-vvg n1, dt j-vvg n1, dt j n1, cc d pp-f dt j n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 25
154 2. Not one or a few particular men, in some one part of the world, but of every man, who either hath been, is, or shall live in any part of the world. 2. Not one or a few particular men, in Some one part of the world, but of every man, who either hath been, is, or shall live in any part of the world. crd xx crd cc dt d j n2, p-acp d crd n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp pp-f d n1, r-crq d vhz vbn, vbz, cc vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
155 3. Not onely of mean, poor, and ignoble persons, but of man at his best estate, Quamvis floreat dignitate, opibus, potentia, as Mollerus glosseth upon the text, though he flourish in wealth, honour, and power; for though the Seventy reading be NONLATINALPHABET, every man living, yet the Hebrew NONLATINALPHABET which signifieth constitutus, fixed, or setled, is most properly refer'd to him who seemeth to be in a stablished prosperous estate. 3. Not only of mean, poor, and ignoble Persons, but of man At his best estate, Quamvis floreat dignitate, opibus, potentia, as Mollerus Glosseth upon the text, though he flourish in wealth, honour, and power; for though the Seventy reading be, every man living, yet the Hebrew which signifies Constituted, fixed, or settled, is most properly referred to him who seems to be in a established prosperous estate. crd xx av-j pp-f vvb, j, cc j n2, cc-acp pp-f n1 p-acp po31 js n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la, p-acp j vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; c-acp cs dt crd vvg vbb, d n1 vvg, av dt njp r-crq vvz fw-la, vvn, cc vvn, vbz av-ds av-j vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt vvd j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 63 Page 25
156 2. The Intensivenesse of the praedicate in that every man at his best estate is, 2. The Intensiveness of the predicate in that every man At his best estate is, crd dt n1 pp-f dt vvb p-acp cst d n1 p-acp po31 av-js n1 vbz, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 25
157 1. Not only like to vanity, that is the language of the Psalmist elsewhere, Adam is as Abel, homo similis fact us est, man is become like to vanity; but he is vanity, as if it were not only his resemblance, but his substance. 1. Not only like to vanity, that is the language of the Psalmist elsewhere, Adam is as Abel, homo Similis fact us est, man is become like to vanity; but he is vanity, as if it were not only his resemblance, but his substance. crd xx av-j av-j p-acp n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, np1 vbz p-acp np1, fw-la fw-la n1 pno12 zz, n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp n1; p-acp pns31 vbz n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx av-j po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 25
158 2. Nor is he only said to be vain in the concrete, as Zophars language is, vain man would be wise; 2. Nor is he only said to be vain in the concrete, as Zophars language is, vain man would be wise; crd ccx vbz pns31 av-j vvd pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j, p-acp np1 n1 vbz, j n1 vmd vbi j; (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 26
159 but vanity in the abstract, as if it were not only an accident, but his essence. but vanity in the abstract, as if it were not only an accident, but his essence. p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvb, p-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx av-j dt n1, p-acp po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 26
160 3. Nor is it only said, he is vanity, as it is elswhere in this Psalm, but is altogether vanity, as if from the crowne of his head to the soles of his feet he were nothing but vanity. 3. Nor is it only said, he is vanity, as it is elsewhere in this Psalm, but is altogether vanity, as if from the crown of his head to the soles of his feet he were nothing but vanity. crd ccx vbz pn31 av-j vvd, pns31 vbz n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp d n1, a-acp vbz av n1, c-acp cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 pns31 vbdr pix cc-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 67 Page 26
161 4. Nay, in the Hebrew the Emphasis is yet further, in that vanity is the subject, and man the praedicate, for so the words are to be rendred, according to the originall, Altogether vanity is every man, as if man were not to be defined by vanity, but vanity by man; so that if you ask, What is vanity? the answer is, it is man: No marvel if the Psalmist elsewhere affirme, that man is lighter than vanity; 4. Nay, in the Hebrew the Emphasis is yet further, in that vanity is the Subject, and man the predicate, for so the words Are to be rendered, according to the original, Altogether vanity is every man, as if man were not to be defined by vanity, but vanity by man; so that if you ask, What is vanity? the answer is, it is man: No marvel if the Psalmist elsewhere affirm, that man is lighter than vanity; crd uh-x, p-acp dt njp dt n1 vbz av av-jc, p-acp cst n1 vbz dt j-jn, cc n1 dt vvb, p-acp av dt n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, vvg p-acp dt n-jn, av n1 vbz d n1, c-acp cs n1 vbdr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; av cst cs pn22 vvi, q-crq vbz n1? dt vvb vbz, pn31 vbz n1: dx n1 cs dt n1 av vvi, cst n1 vbz jc cs n1; (3) text (DIV1) 68 Page 26
162 so that were man put in one scale, and vanity in the other, man would mount up as being lighter, and vanity it selfe would weigh him down. so that were man put in one scale, and vanity in the other, man would mount up as being lighter, and vanity it self would weigh him down. av cst vbdr n1 vvi p-acp crd n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn, n1 vmd vvb a-acp p-acp vbg jc, cc n1 pn31 n1 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 68 Page 26
163 To illustrate the truth of this assertion, know. To illustrate the truth of this assertion, know. p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb. (3) text (DIV1) 69 Page 26
164 1. That there is a double vanity, to which every man at his best estate is subject, namely, of disposition and condition. 1. That there is a double vanity, to which every man At his best estate is Subject, namely, of disposition and condition. crd cst pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 p-acp po31 js n1 vbz j-jn, av, pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 26
165 1. Man is vanity in his disposition. The Grammarian in Aulus Gellius maketh vanus and stultus synonimous: 1. Man is vanity in his disposition. The Grammarian in Aulus Gellius makes Vanus and stultus Synonymous: crd n1 vbz n1 p-acp po31 n1. dt n1 p-acp np1 np1 vvz fw-la cc fw-la j: (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 26
166 vanus quasi mente vacuus, and so every man is vanity, because a fool, Indeed vain man would be wise, but he is foolish in his thoughts, projects, desires, and actions. In the very next verse it is said, they are disquieted in vain, to wit, with foolish projects, and fruitlesse cares. The Lord knoweth the thoughts of man, that they are vanity; Vanus quasi mente vacuus, and so every man is vanity, Because a fool, Indeed vain man would be wise, but he is foolish in his thoughts, projects, Desires, and actions. In the very next verse it is said, they Are disquieted in vain, to wit, with foolish projects, and fruitless Cares. The Lord Knoweth the thoughts of man, that they Are vanity; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc av d n1 vbz n1, c-acp dt n1, av j n1 vmd vbi j, p-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 n2, n2, n2, cc n2. p-acp dt j ord n1 pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j, p-acp n1, p-acp j n2, cc j vvz. dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vbr n1; (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 27
167 it is no lesse true of his words and works: no wonder if man be compared to a shadow, having no light of knowledge in his minde, heat of grace in his heart, nor substance or solidity in his actions. it is no less true of his words and works: no wonder if man be compared to a shadow, having no Light of knowledge in his mind, heat of grace in his heart, nor substance or solidity in his actions. pn31 vbz dx dc j pp-f po31 n2 cc n2: dx n1 cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, vhg dx j pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, ccx n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 27
168 2. But that which is here chiefly intended is, the vanity of man in respect of his condition; in reference to this it is that it is said in the beginning of the next verse, man walketh in a vain shew, as if his residence in this world were but like that of a Player upon the stage, and this is here affirmed of his best estate and condition. 2. But that which is Here chiefly intended is, the vanity of man in respect of his condition; in Referente to this it is that it is said in the beginning of the next verse, man walks in a vain show, as if his residence in this world were but like that of a Player upon the stage, and this is Here affirmed of his best estate and condition. crd p-acp cst r-crq vbz av av-jn j-vvn vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1; p-acp n1 p-acp d pn31 vbz d pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt ord n1, n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, c-acp cs po31 n1 p-acp d n1 vbdr p-acp av-j d pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d vbz av vvd pp-f po31 av-js n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 27
169 2. Mans condition at the best is but vanity in three respects, because inconstant and perishing, empty, and unsatisfying, false and deceiving. 2. men condition At the best is but vanity in three respects, Because inconstant and perishing, empty, and unsatisfying, false and deceiving. crd ng1 n1 p-acp dt av-js vbz p-acp n1 p-acp crd n2, c-acp j cc j-vvg, j, cc j-vvg, j cc j-vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 73 Page 27
170 1. Vanum quod evanescit, that which is vain hath no solidity, and therefore no permanency; lightnesse is the proper adjunct of vanity and inconstancy the effect of lightnesse. Such is mans best estate, he seemeth to be setled as the earth, but he vanisheth with the winde, changeth with the moon, and ebeth with the water, Homo Bulla is true of man, at his best estate he is like the bubble which swels up by the rain falling upon the water, and fals presently, 1. Vanum quod evanescit, that which is vain hath no solidity, and Therefore no permanency; lightness is the proper adjunct of vanity and inconstancy the Effect of lightness. Such is men best estate, he seems to be settled as the earth, but he Vanishes with the wind, changes with the moon, and ebeth with the water, Homo Bulla is true of man, At his best estate he is like the bubble which Swells up by the rain falling upon the water, and falls presently, crd fw-la fw-la fw-la, cst r-crq vbz j vhz dx n1, cc av dx n1; n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 dt vvb pp-f n1. d vbz vvz av-js n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1, fw-la np1 vbz j pp-f n1, p-acp po31 av-js n1 pns31 vbz av-j dt vvb r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp dt vvb vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvz av-j, (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 28
171 or which the child causeth with the breath of his mouth at the end of the reed, and vanisheth with the least shaking of his hand. It was not without reason that man is called by the Phylosopher, Ludus fortunae, Fortunes may-game, with whom she sports her selfe, by putting him as it were into various shapes, in altering his condition, Man at his best estate, like the Venice glasse, is bright, but brittle; or like Sodoms Apples, golden colour'd, but mouldring; his strength a rush, soon shaken; his riches, dust, quickly driven away; or which the child Causes with the breath of his Mouth At the end of the reed, and Vanishes with the least shaking of his hand. It was not without reason that man is called by the Philosopher, Ludus Fortunae, Fortune's may-game, with whom she sports her self, by putting him as it were into various shapes, in altering his condition, Man At his best estate, like the Venice glass, is bright, but brittle; or like Sodom's Apples, golden coloured, but mouldering; his strength a rush, soon shaken; his riches, dust, quickly driven away; cc r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, cc vvz p-acp dt ds vvg pp-f po31 n1. pn31 vbds xx p-acp n1 cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 fw-la, ng1 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 n2 po31 n1, p-acp vvg pno31 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp j n2, p-acp vvg po31 n1, n1 p-acp po31 js n1, av-j dt np1 n1, vbz j, p-acp j; cc j n2 n2, j vvn, p-acp j-vvg; po31 n1 dt vvb, av vvn; po31 n2, n1, av-j vvn av; (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 28
172 his honour a fancy, presently gone. To day Nebuchadnezzar jets it on the house top, as if he expected a salutation from the coelestial Majesty, and suddenly he is turned to graze with the beasts of the field, with which agreeeth that of the Poet, Quem dies vidit veniens superbum, Hunc dies vidit fugens jacentem. his honour a fancy, presently gone. To day Nebuchadnezzar jets it on the house top, as if he expected a salutation from the celestial Majesty, and suddenly he is turned to graze with the beasts of the field, with which agreeth that of the Poet, Whom dies vidit veniens superbum, Hunc dies vidit fugens jacentem. po31 vvb dt n1, av-j vvn. p-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 n1, c-acp cs pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc av-j pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq vvz d pp-f dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 28
173 Shew me that Rose that will not fade, that fruit which will not putrifie, that cloud which will not vanish, that garment which will not fret, and then (not till then) expect to finde that man who in his best and most prosperous estate is not subject to mutation and dissolution. Show me that Rose that will not fade, that fruit which will not putrify, that cloud which will not vanish, that garment which will not fret, and then (not till then) expect to find that man who in his best and most prosperous estate is not Subject to mutation and dissolution. vvb pno11 d vvd cst vmb xx vvi, cst n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi, cst n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi, cst n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi, cc av (xx c-acp av) vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq p-acp po31 av-js cc av-ds j n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 75 Page 28
174 2. Vanity and inanity go together. One of the Hebrew words NONLATINALPHABET which is rendred vain, signifieth empty; that which is vain is empty, and being so, cannot satisfie, such is mans best estate, as not able to give any true content. Man at his best estate, as he is mutable, so he is unsatiable, his desires are still larger than his fortune; nor is it any time so well with him, but that still he would be better. Ahab in the midst of his opulency is sick for Naboth's Vineyard; 2. Vanity and inanity go together. One of the Hebrew words which is rendered vain, signifies empty; that which is vain is empty, and being so, cannot satisfy, such is men best estate, as not able to give any true content. Man At his best estate, as he is mutable, so he is unsatiable, his Desires Are still larger than his fortune; nor is it any time so well with him, but that still he would be better. Ahab in the midst of his opulency is sick for Naboth's Vineyard; crd n1 cc n1 vvb av. crd pp-f dt njp n2 r-crq vbz vvn j, vvz j; cst r-crq vbz j vbz j, cc vbg av, vmbx vvi, d vbz vvz js n1, c-acp xx j pc-acp vvi d j j. n1 p-acp po31 av-js n1, c-acp pns31 vbz j, av pns31 vbz j-u, po31 vvz vbr j jc cs po31 n1; ccx vbz pn31 d n1 av av p-acp pno31, p-acp cst av pns31 vmd vbi j. np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz j p-acp ng1 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 29
175 Hamon in the height of dignity is troubled at the want of Mordecay 's knee. Hamon in the height of dignity is troubled At the want of Mordecai is knee. np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 29
176 Health, beauty, wealth, honours, Say of Content as the depth saith of wisdome, it is not in us. Health, beauty, wealth, honours, Say of Content as the depth Says of Wisdom, it is not in us. n1, n1, n1, n2, vvb pp-f j p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 29
177 Man in his most prosperous concondition feedeth upon winde which cannot fill the stomach, and therefore like the horseleech he still crieth, Give, give. Man in his most prosperous concondition feeds upon wind which cannot fill the stomach, and Therefore like the horseleech he still cries, Give, give. n1 p-acp po31 av-ds j n1 vvz p-acp n1 r-crq vmbx vvb dt n1, cc av av-j dt n1 pns31 av vvz, vvb, vvb. (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 29
178 3. That which deceiveth our expectation seeming to be what it is not, and promising (as it were) to do that it cannot, is vain in the worst sence, being at once both vanity and vexation. This is true of man at his best estate who promiseth to himselfe and others that which he cannot perform, 3. That which deceives our expectation seeming to be what it is not, and promising (as it were) to do that it cannot, is vain in the worst sense, being At once both vanity and vexation. This is true of man At his best estate who promises to himself and Others that which he cannot perform, crd d r-crq vvz po12 n1 vvg p-acp vbb r-crq pn31 vbz xx, cc vvg (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp vdb d pn31 vmbx, vbz j p-acp dt js n1, vbg p-acp a-acp d n1 cc n1. d vbz j pp-f n1 p-acp po31 av-js n1 r-crq vvz p-acp px31 cc n2-jn cst r-crq pns31 vmbx vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 29
179 and so is deceived and deceiveth. and so is deceived and deceives. cc av vbz vvn cc vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 29
180 The rich fool, being in a prosperous estate, promised himself much pleasure, but was miserably disappointed. Iob saith of his brethren, they dealt deceitfully with him as the brooks do by the Traveller which are dry in the scorching heat, when he is most thirsty. It is a remarkable passage in the Psalms, Men of low degree are vanity, men of high degree are a lie: a man of low degree is at his worst, a man of high degree at his best estate, and yet whereas men of low degree are said to be vanity, men of high degree are said to be a lie, which is as it were the dregs of vanity, because it tends to deceive, which yet is most justly affirmed of men of high degree, who by reason of their place and state in this world, seeme to promise much, The rich fool, being in a prosperous estate, promised himself much pleasure, but was miserably disappointed. Job Says of his brothers, they dealt deceitfully with him as the brooks do by the Traveller which Are dry in the scorching heat, when he is most thirsty. It is a remarkable passage in the Psalms, Men of low degree Are vanity, men of high degree Are a lie: a man of low degree is At his worst, a man of high degree At his best estate, and yet whereas men of low degree Are said to be vanity, men of high degree Are said to be a lie, which is as it were the dregs of vanity, Because it tends to deceive, which yet is most justly affirmed of men of high degree, who by reason of their place and state in this world, seem to promise much, dt j n1, vbg p-acp dt j n1, vvd px31 d n1, p-acp vbds av-j vvn. np1 vvz pp-f po31 n2, pns32 vvd av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 vdb p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbr j p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-crq pns31 vbz av-ds j. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2, n2 pp-f j n1 vbr n1, n2 pp-f j n1 vbr dt n1: dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz p-acp po31 av-js, dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 av-js n1, cc av cs n2 pp-f j n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n1, n2 pp-f j n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp pn31 vbdr dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp vvi, r-crq av vbz av-ds av-j vvn pp-f n2 pp-f j n1, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f po32 vvb cc n1 p-acp d n1, vvb p-acp vvb av-d, (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 30
181 and yet are in truth a lie, not performing what they promise, and so disappointing both their owne and others hopes. and yet Are in truth a lie, not performing what they promise, and so disappointing both their own and Others hope's. cc av vbr p-acp n1 dt vvb, xx vvg r-crq pns32 vvi, cc av vvg d po32 d cc n2-jn n2. (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 30
182 The use we are to make of this doctrine, is, in reference both to others, and our selves. The use we Are to make of this Doctrine, is, in Referente both to Others, and our selves. dt vvb pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1, vbz, p-acp n1 av-d pc-acp n2-jn, cc po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
183 1. In respect of others, whether enemies or friends. 1. In respect of Others, whither enemies or Friends. crd p-acp n1 pp-f n2-jn, cs n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 80 Page 30
184 Are the Churches or our enemies (to outward appearance) in an established condition of prosperity? let us not give way to excesse of grief and fear, or anger, but rather remember in their best estate they are vanity, and being so, are set in slippery places. They seem to be fixed stars, but in truth they are only blazing comets, which appear for a little time and then vanish away. are the Churches or our enemies (to outward appearance) in an established condition of Prosperity? let us not give Way to excess of grief and Fear, or anger, but rather Remember in their best estate they Are vanity, and being so, Are Set in slippery places. They seem to be fixed Stars, but in truth they Are only blazing Comets, which appear for a little time and then vanish away. vbr dt n2 cc po12 n2 (p-acp j n1) p-acp dt vvd n1 pp-f n1? vvb pno12 xx vvi n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc vvb, cc n1, p-acp av-c vvb p-acp po32 av-js n1 pns32 vbr n1, cc vbg av, vbr vvn p-acp j n2. pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn n2, p-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vbr j vvg n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt j n1 cc av vvb av. (3) text (DIV1) 81 Page 30
185 2. Are our friends for the present in a flourishing estate? take we heed how we let out either our hopes or love too much towards them, considering that they are but vanity, and therefore our hope which is placed on them will end in shame, and our love in vexation: Why so big with expectation of advantage or advancement from thy rich Ally, Honorable Lord, potent friend? alas, thou dost but set thy foot upon the water which cannot bear thee: 2. are our Friends for the present in a flourishing estate? take we heed how we let out either our hope's or love too much towards them, considering that they Are but vanity, and Therefore our hope which is placed on them will end in shame, and our love in vexation: Why so big with expectation of advantage or advancement from thy rich Alley, Honourable Lord, potent friend? alas, thou dost but Set thy foot upon the water which cannot bear thee: crd vbr po12 n2 p-acp dt j p-acp dt vvg n1? vvb pns12 vvb c-crq pns12 vvb av d po12 n2 cc vvb av av-d p-acp pno32, vvg cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1, cc av po12 vvb r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc po12 vvb p-acp n1: uh-crq av j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 j n1, j n1, j n1? uh, pns21 vd2 p-acp vvi po21 vvb p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmbx vvb pno21: (3) text (DIV1) 82 Page 31
186 Why so inflamed with affection to thy beautifull Wife, childe, or near relation? Alas, thou dost but embrace a shaddow in thine arms, which cannot, must not stay long with thee. Why so inflamed with affection to thy beautiful Wife, child, or near Relation? Alas, thou dost but embrace a shadow in thine arms, which cannot, must not stay long with thee. uh-crq av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po21 j n1, n1, cc j n1? uh, pns21 vd2 p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp po21 n2, r-crq vmbx, vmb xx vvi j p-acp pno21. (3) text (DIV1) 82 Page 31
187 2. In respect of our selves. 2. In respect of our selves. crd p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 83 Page 31
188 1. Reflect we with sorrow and hatred upon sin, the true cause of mans vanity. Man in his first estate was altogether excellency; God saw every thing that he made, 1. Reflect we with sorrow and hatred upon since, the true cause of men vanity. Man in his First estate was altogether excellency; God saw every thing that he made, crd vvb pns12 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, dt j vvb pp-f ng1 n1. n1 p-acp po31 ord n1 vbds av n1; np1 vvd d n1 cst pns31 vvd, (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
189 and behold it was very good: and behold it was very good: cc vvb pn31 vbds av j: (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
190 surely this was much more true of man the master-piece of the creation, the image and glory of his Maker, not vanity, but divinity was his nature; he was not envelop'd with rags of frailty, but enobled with robes of innocency; nor did he walke in a vain shew, but a sacred representation of God himself. And now if you would know how this flower was blasted, it was by the breath of the Basilisk; how this image was defaced, it was by the poyson of the Serpent; how man became vanity, it was by reason of iniquity: so true is that of the Wise-man, He that soweth iniquity shall reap vanity. surely this was much more true of man the masterpiece of the creation, the image and glory of his Maker, not vanity, but divinity was his nature; he was not enveloped with rags of frailty, but ennobled with robes of innocency; nor did he walk in a vain show, but a sacred representation of God himself. And now if you would know how this flower was blasted, it was by the breath of the Basilisk; how this image was defaced, it was by the poison of the Serpent; how man became vanity, it was by reason of iniquity: so true is that of the Wiseman, He that Soweth iniquity shall reap vanity. av-j d vbds av-d av-dc j pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx n1, p-acp n1 vbds po31 n1; pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, p-acp j-vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1; ccx vdd pns31 vvb p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 px31. cc av cs pn22 vmd vvi c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; c-crq n1 vvd n1, pn31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f n1: av j vbz d pp-f dt n1, pns31 cst vvz n1 vmb vvi n1. (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
191 The Hebrew words, NONLATINALPHABET vanity, and NONLATINALPHABET mourning are somewhat near in sound; Oh, let us mourn for that vanity to which sin hath subjected us, The Hebrew words, vanity, and mourning Are somewhat near in found; O, let us mourn for that vanity to which sin hath subjected us, dt njp n2, n1, cc vvg vbr av av-j p-acp j; uh, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq vvb vhz vvn pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
192 and let us abhor sin which hath subjected us to it. and let us abhor since which hath subjected us to it. cc vvb pno12 vvi n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno12 p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
193 2. Provide we for our selves another, a better estate than the best which this world affords, 2. Provide we for our selves Another, a better estate than the best which this world affords, crd vvb pns12 p-acp po12 n2 j-jn, dt jc n1 cs dt av-js r-crq d n1 vvz, (3) text (DIV1) 85 Page 32
194 an estate of glory in the Heavens, Mans best estate on earth is mutable, but that is durable; empty, but that is satisfying; uncertain, but that is sure; only for term of years, but that is for aeternity. Phylosophers generally affirm, that the Heavens are in continuall motion, and the earth stands immoveable, though there are those who assert, that the heavens stand still, and the earth moveth: This indeed is a riddle in Phylosophy, but it is a certain truth in Divinity, that the things of earth are in a continuall flux, and the things of Heaven in a stable permanency. an estate of glory in the Heavens, men best estate on earth is mutable, but that is durable; empty, but that is satisfying; uncertain, but that is sure; only for term of Years, but that is for eternity. Philosophers generally affirm, that the Heavens Are in continual motion, and the earth Stands immoveable, though there Are those who assert, that the heavens stand still, and the earth moves: This indeed is a riddle in Philosophy, but it is a certain truth in Divinity, that the things of earth Are in a continual flux, and the things of Heaven in a stable permanency. dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, ng1 js n1 p-acp n1 vbz j, p-acp cst vbz j; j, p-acp d vbz vvg; j, p-acp d vbz j; av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d vbz p-acp n1. n2 av-j vvi, cst dt n2 vbr p-acp j n1, cc dt n1 vvz j, c-acp a-acp vbr d r-crq vvb, cst dt n2 vvb av, cc dt n1 vvz: d av vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 85 Page 32
195 And therefore in whatsoever state we are here, let us learn to be content, be it never so mean, so as not to repine; and let us not be content, be it never so high, so as to rest satisfied; and whether our estate in this vvorld be high or low, let the first and best of our desires and endeavours be after that estate vvhich is not a shaddow, but a substance; not a lease, but an inheritance; not vanity, but foelicity, and shall be far more in the fruition than it is in the expectation. To the possession vvhereof he bring us vvho hath purchased it for us. Amen. And Therefore in whatsoever state we Are Here, let us Learn to be content, be it never so mean, so as not to repine; and let us not be content, be it never so high, so as to rest satisfied; and whither our estate in this world be high or low, let the First and best of our Desires and endeavours be After that estate which is not a shadow, but a substance; not a lease, but an inheritance; not vanity, but felicity, and shall be Far more in the fruition than it is in the expectation. To the possession whereof he bring us who hath purchased it for us. Amen. cc av p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vbr av, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vbi j, vbb pn31 av-x av vvb, av c-acp xx p-acp vvi; cc vvb pno12 xx vbi j, vbb pn31 av-x av j, av c-acp pc-acp vvi vvn; cc cs po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbb j cc j, vvb dt ord cc av-js pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 vbb p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz xx dt n1, p-acp dt n1; xx dt n1, p-acp dt n1; xx n1, p-acp n1, cc vmb vbi av-j dc p-acp dt n1 cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvb pno12 r-crq vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno12. uh-n. (3) text (DIV1) 86 Page 32
196 I Have done with my Text, but I must not yet have done. This sad providence wills us to sit still a while longer, I Have done with my Text, but I must not yet have done. This sad providence wills us to fit still a while longer, pns11 vhb vdn p-acp po11 n1, p-acp pns11 vmb xx av vhb vdn. d j n1 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb av dt n1 av-jc, (3) text (DIV1) 87 Page 33
197 and by taking a serious view, to make a Religious use of it. and by taking a serious view, to make a Religious use of it. cc p-acp vvg dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j vvb pp-f pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 87 Page 33
198 It is not very many months since I was imployed to perform a far more welcome office for this our Sister, namely, the consummating her Nuptials. She being in the prime of her years, happily matched to a dearly loving and loved Husband, enjoying a confluence of all outward contentments, seemed as it were (to use the Psalmists phrase) to be in a settled estate, and (according to our usuall phrase) to be provided for as to this world. It is not very many months since I was employed to perform a Far more welcome office for this our Sister, namely, the consummating her Nuptials. She being in the prime of her Years, happily matched to a dearly loving and loved Husband, enjoying a confluence of all outward contentment's, seemed as it were (to use the Psalmists phrase) to be in a settled estate, and (according to our usual phrase) to be provided for as to this world. pn31 vbz xx av d n2 c-acp pns11 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt av-j dc j-jn n1 p-acp d po12 n1, av, dt vvg po31 n2-jn. pns31 vbg p-acp dt j-jn pp-f po31 n2, av-j vvn p-acp dt av-jn j-vvg cc vvd n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f d j n2, vvd c-acp pn31 vbdr (p-acp vvi dt n2 vvb) pc-acp vbi p-acp dt vvn n1, cc (vvg p-acp po12 j vvb) pc-acp vbi vvn c-acp c-acp p-acp d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 88 Page 33
199 But alas! in how short a revolution of time, how dolefull an alteration? This yong, strong, haile, beautifull Gentlewoman in her best estate becommeth a sad instance of the generall doctine in my Text; But alas! in how short a revolution of time, how doleful an alteration? This young, strong, hail, beautiful Gentlewoman in her best estate becomes a sad instance of the general Doctrine in my Text; p-acp uh! p-acp q-crq j dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq j dt n1? d j, j, n1, j n1 p-acp po31 av-js n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 89 Page 33
200 This flourishing flower is blasted by the winde of a violent disease, and plucked as it were out of her Husbands bosome, by the rough hand of Death, and I am now called to officiate her Funerals. This flourishing flower is blasted by the wind of a violent disease, and plucked as it were out of her Husbands bosom, by the rough hand of Death, and I am now called to officiate her Funerals. d vvg n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvd p-acp pn31 vbdr av pp-f po31 n2 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp j po31 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 89 Page 33
201 Thus have you sometimes seen the bright Sun-shine on a sudden vailed with a darke cloud, and a serene Skie hung with black. Thus have you sometime seen the bright Sunshine on a sudden veiled with a dark cloud, and a serene Sky hung with black. av vhb pn22 av vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1 vvn p-acp j-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 90 Page 33
202 But yet let not, Oh let not her near and dear friends shed too many tears over her Grave, remembring the Tu posuisti in the Text, who it is that hath made her dayes as an hands bredth, even He in whose hands all our times are to prolong and cut short as he pleaseth: Besides, But yet let not, O let not her near and dear Friends shed too many tears over her Grave, remembering the Tu posuisti in the Text, who it is that hath made her days as an hands breadth, even He in whose hands all our times Are to prolong and Cut short as he Pleases: Beside, cc-acp av vvb xx, uh vvb xx po31 av-j cc j-jn n2 vvb av d n2 p-acp po31 j, vvg dt fw-la fw-la p-acp dt n1, r-crq pn31 vbz cst vhz vvd po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 n1, av pns31 p-acp rg-crq n2 d po12 n2 vbr p-acp vvi cc vvb j c-acp pns31 vvz: a-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 91 Page 34
203 why should they weep above measure, since they do not grieve as without hope of (that which is most truly called) her best estate, her aeternall welfare. why should they weep above measure, since they do not grieve as without hope of (that which is most truly called) her best estate, her Eternal welfare. q-crq vmd pns32 vvi p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f (d r-crq vbz av-ds av-j vvn) po31 js n1, po31 j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 91 Page 34
204 Her Education was Religious, and her Conversation vertuous; she was well instructed in, and affected to the best things. The silver Picture of her comely body had in it the golden Apple of a well disposed soule; the golden ring of her Soul had set into it the pretious Diamond of Vertue. A spotlesse innocency, humble modesty, and calm meekness were her choice Ornaments; She was an obedient Daughter, a loving Sister, an affectionate Spouse, a true friend, and (I trust) a good Christian. Her Education was Religious, and her Conversation virtuous; she was well instructed in, and affected to the best things. The silver Picture of her comely body had in it the golden Apple of a well disposed soul; the golden ring of her Soul had Set into it the precious Diamond of Virtue. A spotless innocency, humble modesty, and Cam meekness were her choice Ornament; She was an obedient Daughter, a loving Sister, an affectionate Spouse, a true friend, and (I trust) a good Christian. po31 n1 vbds j, cc po31 n1 j; pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp dt av-js n2. dt n1 n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vhd p-acp pn31 dt j n1 pp-f dt av vvn n1; dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vhd vvn p-acp pn31 dt j n1 pp-f n1. dt j n1, j n1, cc j-jn n1 vbdr po31 j n2; pns31 vbds dt j n1, dt vvg n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, cc (pns11 vvb) dt j np1. (3) text (DIV1) 92 Page 34
205 In the time of her sicknesse she gave evidence of many graces, a confident reliance upon her gracious God for deliverance from all her pains, a penitent bewailing her careless expence of time, with serious resolves (if God should prolong her dayes) of more exactness in her Christian course, together with her patient submission to the good will of her heavenly Father. In the time of her sickness she gave evidence of many graces, a confident reliance upon her gracious God for deliverance from all her pains, a penitent bewailing her careless expense of time, with serious resolves (if God should prolong her days) of more exactness in her Christian course, together with her patient submission to the good will of her heavenly Father. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vvd n1 pp-f d n2, dt j n1 p-acp po31 j np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n2, dt j-jn vvg po31 j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j vvz (cs np1 vmd vvi po31 n2) pp-f dc n1 p-acp po31 np1 n1, av p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 93 Page 34
206 When she beheld upon her hands the marks of her disease, she said, These are Gods Tokens, and I willingly embrace them. When she beheld upon her hands the marks of her disease, she said, These Are God's Tokens, and I willingly embrace them. c-crq pns31 vvn p-acp po31 n2 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd, d vbr n2 n2, cc pns11 av-j vvb pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 94 Page 34
207 That saying of Solomon, Favour is deceitfull, and beauty is vain, but a woman that feareth the Lord she shall be praised, which was the subject of my discourse occasioned by her Nuptials, was often in her thoughts; so that she was not at all troubled with any anxious fears lest the disease should spoile her beauty; and though the rod were smart upon her back, nay, I may say her face, her whole body, she resolved to kisse it. That saying of Solomon, Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman that fears the Lord she shall be praised, which was the Subject of my discourse occasioned by her Nuptials, was often in her thoughts; so that she was not At all troubled with any anxious fears lest the disease should spoil her beauty; and though the rod were smart upon her back, nay, I may say her face, her Whole body, she resolved to kiss it. cst vvg pp-f np1, n1 vbz j, cc n1 vbz j, cc-acp dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq vbds dt j-jn pp-f po11 vvb vvn p-acp po31 n2-jn, vbds av p-acp po31 n2; av cst pns31 vbds xx p-acp d vvn p-acp d j vvz cs dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n1; cc cs dt n1 vbdr j p-acp po31 av, uh, pns11 vmb vvi po31 n1, po31 j-jn n1, pns31 vvn p-acp vvb pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 94 Page 25
208 Some few dayes before her death a drowsiness seized upon her, which continued (for the most part) to her last houre, when one Brother tooke (as it were) the other by the heele, death following her sleep, yea, her death being but a sleep, and the grave to which she is now going a bed wherein she shall repose her selfe till the morne of the Resurrection, when she will (I hope) be married to the Lamb; nor shall any Funerals succeed those joyfull Nuptials. some few days before her death a drowsiness seized upon her, which continued (for the most part) to her last hour, when one Brother took (as it were) the other by the heel, death following her sleep, yea, her death being but a sleep, and the grave to which she is now going a Bed wherein she shall repose her self till the morn of the Resurrection, when she will (I hope) be married to the Lamb; nor shall any Funerals succeed those joyful Nuptials. d d n2 p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vvd (c-acp dt av-ds vvb) p-acp po31 ord n1, c-crq pi n1 vvd (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt j-jn p-acp dt n1, n1 vvg po31 vvi, uh, po31 n1 vbg p-acp dt vvb, cc dt j p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz av vvg dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vmb (pns11 vvb) vbb vvn p-acp dt n1; ccx vmb d n2 vvb d j n2-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 95 Page 25
209 Weep not then for her who is not dead but sleepeth, dry your eyes, and (with this holy man) open not your mouths, or if you do, let it be in Ely's language, It is the Lord, let him do what seemeth good in his sight. Weep not then for her who is not dead but Sleepeth, dry your eyes, and (with this holy man) open not your mouths, or if you do, let it be in Ely's language, It is the Lord, let him do what seems good in his sighed. vvb xx av p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz xx j p-acp vvz, j po22 n2, cc (p-acp d j n1) j xx po22 n2, cc cs pn22 vdb, vvb pn31 vbi p-acp npg1 n1, pn31 vbz dt n1, vvb pno31 vdi r-crq vvz j p-acp po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 96 Page 25
210 And now since the Text and occasion preach to us how vaine we are, how short our lives are, And now since the Text and occasion preach to us how vain we Are, how short our lives Are, cc av c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp pno12 c-crq j pns12 vbr, c-crq j po12 vvz vbr, (3) text (DIV1) 97 Page 25
211 and to what changes we are subject; what remaineth, but that every one of us be exhorted to prepare for changes, especially our last, and so to order our steps, that when these dayes on earth, which are as an hands bredth, are ended, we may passe to an aeternity of dayes without either number or measure in the highest Heavens. Amen. FINIS. and to what changes we Are Subject; what remains, but that every one of us be exhorted to prepare for changes, especially our last, and so to order our steps, that when these days on earth, which Are as an hands breadth, Are ended, we may pass to an eternity of days without either number or measure in the highest Heavens. Amen. FINIS. cc p-acp r-crq vvz pns12 vbr j-jn; r-crq vvz, cc-acp cst d crd pp-f pno12 vbi vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n2, av-j po12 ord, cc av p-acp n1 po12 n2, cst c-crq d n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vbr p-acp dt n2 n1, vbr vvn, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 p-acp d n1 cc vvb p-acp dt js n2. uh-n. fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 97 Page 36

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