A caveat or information, for informers, witnesses, and judges (Not printed till now) useful for this present time of reformation; delivered in a sermon at Preston in Lancashire, the first Wednesday in July, 1647. before an assembly of divines, and deputie-lieutenants. By Henry Jenney Mr. of Arts, now vicar of St. Michaels in the said county.

Jenney, Henry, b. 1607 or 8
Publisher: printed by S G for Tho Firby neer Grayes Inne Gate
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1656
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: A46822 ESTC ID: R216564 STC ID: J668A
Subject Headings: Great Britain -- Church history -- 17th century; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 EXOD. 23.1, 2. Thou shalt not raise a false report, put not thy hand with the wicked, to be an unrighteous witness. EXOD. 23.1, 2. Thou shalt not raise a false report, put not thy hand with the wicked, to be an unrighteous witness. np1. crd, crd pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1, vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evill, neither shalt thou speak in a cause, to decline after many to wrest Judgement. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil, neither shalt thou speak in a cause, to decline After many to wrest Judgement. pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, av-dx vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
2 Or, according to another translation, thus, Or, according to Another Translation, thus, cc, vvg p-acp j-jn n1, av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 Thou shalt not receive a false tale, neither shalt thou put thine hand with the wicked to be a false witness. Thou shalt not receive a false tale, neither shalt thou put thine hand with the wicked to be a false witness. pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1, av-dx vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt j pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
4 — Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evill, neither agree in controversie to decline after many, and overthrow the Truth. — Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil, neither agree in controversy to decline After many, and overthrow the Truth. — pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, av-dx vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cc vvi dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
5 NOt to trifle away time, which I know is precious, I will not trouble you with any needless Apologie for my Call to this work, NOt to trifle away time, which I know is precious, I will not trouble you with any needless Apology for my Call to this work, xx pc-acp vvi av n1, r-crq pns11 vvb vbz j, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp d j n1 p-acp po11 n1 p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 1
6 but come immediately to the work it self. but come immediately to the work it self. cc-acp vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 1
7 Each verse of my Text, presents to your serious consideration, a double dehortation, to complete your preparation for your proceedings in the weighty business in hand. Each verse of my Text, presents to your serious consideration, a double dehortation, to complete your preparation for your proceedings in the weighty business in hand. d n1 pp-f po11 n1, vvz p-acp po22 j n1, dt j-jn n1, p-acp j po22 n1 p-acp po22 n2-vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 1
8 The two former seem more particularly to concern you that are Witnesses and Informers against your neighbours, Thou shalt not raise a false report, put not thy hand with the wicked, to be an unrighteous Witness. The two former seem more particularly to concern you that Are Witnesses and Informers against your neighbours, Thou shalt not raise a false report, put not thy hand with the wicked, to be an unrighteous Witness. dt crd j vvi av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi pn22 cst vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp po22 n2, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1, vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 1
9 The other two belong to you that are Judges and Censors of the matters, Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evill, The other two belong to you that Are Judges and Censors of the matters, Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil, dt j-jn crd vvb p-acp pn22 cst vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 1
10 neither shalt thou speak in a cause, to decline after many, to wrest Judgement. Here are three sorts of men admonished, Informers. Witnesses. Judges. neither shalt thou speak in a cause, to decline After many, to wrest Judgement. Here Are three sorts of men admonished, Informers. Witnesses. Judges. av-dx vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d, pc-acp vvi n1. av vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 vvn, n2. n2. n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 1
11 The first, that they make no false report or accusation. The second, that they do not swear, to confirm the same. The First, that they make no false report or accusation. The second, that they do not swear, to confirm the same. dt ord, cst pns32 vvb dx j n1 cc n1. dt ord, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi, pc-acp vvi dt d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 1
12 The Last, t••t they do not joyn together to do evill, that they be not partiall, The Last, t••t they do not join together to do evil, that they be not partial, dt ord, av pns32 vdb xx vvi av pc-acp vdi j-jn, cst pns32 vbb xx j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 1
13 and so wrest Judgement to the overthrow of the truth. This is the charge I am to give you; and so wrest Judgement to the overthrow of the truth. This is the charge I am to give you; cc av vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. d vbz dt n1 pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi pn22; (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 1
14 The Lord inable us all to discharge it to his Glory, the reformation, not destruction (if it be his will) of any that have sinned, the vindication of the truth, The Lord inable us all to discharge it to his Glory, the Reformation, not destruction (if it be his will) of any that have sinned, the vindication of the truth, dt n1 j pno12 d pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1, xx n1 (cs pn31 vbi po31 n1) pp-f d cst vhb vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
15 & all such as are wrongfully accused. & all such as Are wrongfully accused. cc d d c-acp vbr av-j vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
16 And first I begin with Informers, and their false reperts, or accusations, they being the beginners of mischief, (as their Father the devill was) in the first words of my Text, Thou shalt not raise a false report. And First I begin with Informers, and their false reperts, or accusations, they being the beginners of mischief, (as their Father the Devil was) in the First words of my Text, Thou shalt not raise a false report. cc ord pns11 vvb p-acp n2, cc po32 j n2, cc n2, pns32 vbg dt n2 pp-f n1, (c-acp po32 n1 dt n1 vbds) p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f po11 n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
17 The sinne of false accusation, scandall, or defamation, you may find it forbidden, and condemned by Law and Gospell both; The sin of false accusation, scandal, or defamation, you may find it forbidden, and condemned by Law and Gospel both; dt n1 pp-f j n1, n1, cc n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 av-d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
18 for the first, see Levit. 19.16. Thou shalt not go up and down as a tale-bearer among thy people; for the First, see Levit. 19.16. Thou shalt not go up and down as a talebearer among thy people; p-acp dt ord, vvb np1 crd. pns21 vm2 xx vvi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po21 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
19 neither shalt thou stand against the blood of thy neighbour: I am the Lord. neither shalt thou stand against the blood of thy neighbour: I am the Lord. av-d vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1: pns11 vbm dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
20 A false report is a degree of Murder, and Murder is a sin that cries aloud in the ears of God for vengeance (as Abel 's did against Cain ) it is pitty he should escape it, that hunts after bloud, A false report is a degree of Murder, and Murder is a since that cries aloud in the ears of God for vengeance (as Abel is did against Cain) it is pity he should escape it, that hunt's After blood, dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vbz dt n1 cst vvz av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 (c-acp np1 vbz vdd p-acp np1) pn31 vbz n1 pns31 vmd vvi pn31, cst vvz p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
21 while he hunts after evill reports, and travels up and down, to gather up defamations, while he hunt's After evil reports, and travels up and down, to gather up defamations, cs pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2, cc vvz a-acp cc a-acp, pc-acp vvi a-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
22 and false accusations against his neighbour, to deprive him of his livelyhood, and of that which is more precious than life it self, (to wit) his good name. and false accusations against his neighbour, to deprive him of his livelihood, and of that which is more precious than life it self, (to wit) his good name. cc j n2 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f d r-crq vbz av-dc j cs n1 pn31 n1, (p-acp n1) po31 j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
23 But because perhaps the Law is accounted now by some, (that would be lawless) a thing of no use to beleevers, see this sin forbidden, But Because perhaps the Law is accounted now by Some, (that would be lawless) a thing of no use to believers, see this since forbidden, p-acp c-acp av dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp d, (cst vmd vbi j) dt n1 pp-f dx n1 p-acp n2, vvb d n1 vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 2
24 and condemned by the Gospell it self, or rather by the Law again revealed in the Gospell, Luk. 3.14. Our Saviour there chargeth the Souldiers, to do violence to no man, and condemned by the Gospel it self, or rather by the Law again revealed in the Gospel, Luk. 3.14. Our Saviour there charges the Soldiers, to do violence to no man, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, cc av-c p-acp dt n1 av vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. po12 n1 a-acp vvz dt n2, pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp dx n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 2
25 neither to accuse any falsly, NONLATINALPHABET, oppress no man by cunning calumny, or false accusation. I need not give you the etymon, or. neither to accuse any falsely,, oppress no man by cunning calumny, or false accusation. I need not give you the etymon, or. av-dx pc-acp vvi d av-j,, vvb dx n1 p-acp j-jn n1, cc j n1. pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 dt n1, cc. (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 2
26 originall of the word, you may see it in Plutarch his NONLATINALPHABET. In 2 Tim. 3.3. The Apostle there foretels of such false accusers, and reckons them amongst the most desperate wretches that should come in the most dangerous times; original of the word, you may see it in Plutarch his. In 2 Tim. 3.3. The Apostle there foretells of such false accusers, and reckons them among the most desperate wretches that should come in the most dangerous times; n-jn pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp ng1 po31. p-acp crd np1 crd. dt n1 a-acp vvz pp-f d j n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt av-ds j n2 cst vmd vvi p-acp dt av-ds j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 2
27 he ranks them with blasphemers, traitors, self-lovers, despisers of good, contemners of God, covetous, and truce-breakers; he ranks them with blasphemers, Traitors, self-lovers, despisers of good, contemners of God, covetous, and Truce-breakers; pns31 n2 pno32 p-acp n2, n2, n2, n2 pp-f j, n1 pp-f np1, j, cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
28 Nay, he couples the implacable and unnatural, peace-refusers, and false accusers together, NONLATINALPHABET, the devill is the Father of lies, Nay, he couples the implacable and unnatural, peace-refusers, and false accusers together,, the Devil is the Father of lies, uh-x, pns31 n2 dt j cc j, n2, cc j n2 av,, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
29 and an old accuser, and such wretches as these, as they are of the same nature, and an old accuser, and such wretches as these, as they Are of the same nature, cc dt j n1, cc d n2 c-acp d, c-acp pns32 vbr pp-f dt d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
30 so the Apostle calls them by the same name, both NONLATINALPHABET, the Father and his Children, Satan and his Sons, Quam benè conveniunt nomina, &c. they being both spitefull, so the Apostle calls them by the same name, both, the Father and his Children, Satan and his Sons, Quam benè conveniunt nomina, etc. they being both spiteful, av dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt d n1, d, dt n1 cc po31 n2, np1 cc po31 n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av pns32 vbg d j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
31 and false-accusing adversaries, as the words in the originall import. and false-accusing Adversaries, as the words in the original import. cc j n2, c-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
32 It is a devilish thing then (you see) to be a false Informer, or accuser of the brethren, condemned by Law and Gospell both. It is a devilish thing then (you see) to be a false Informer, or accuser of the brothers, condemned by Law and Gospel both. pn31 vbz dt j n1 av (pn22 vvb) pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2, vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 av-d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
33 Let me therefore exhort all, even all that fear God, that love their own lives, Let me Therefore exhort all, even all that Fear God, that love their own lives, vvb pno11 av vvi d, av d cst vvb np1, cst vvb po32 d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
34 and their neighbours, and that truly tender the safety of their precious souls, to beware of raising, and their neighbours, and that truly tender the safety of their precious Souls, to beware of raising, cc po32 n2, cc cst av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2, pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
35 or receiving false reports, and malicious accusations; or receiving false reports, and malicious accusations; cc vvg j n2, cc j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
36 and that for these ensuing reasons. 1. because the Lord, that great Judge of quick and dead, forbids, and that for these ensuing Reasons. 1. Because the Lord, that great Judge of quick and dead, forbids, cc cst p-acp d j-vvg n2. crd c-acp dt n1, cst j n1 pp-f j cc j, vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
37 and utterly condemns all such desperate wickedness, Thou shalt not raise a false report, how dar'st thou then raise a false accusation against thy neighbour, and utterly condemns all such desperate wickedness, Thou shalt not raise a false report, how Darest thou then raise a false accusation against thy neighbour, cc av-j vvz d d j n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1, c-crq vv2 pns21 av vvi dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
38 and so gainsay, or speak against thy God, who is able to blast thee with one breath of his mouth? who for one report, and so gainsay, or speak against thy God, who is able to blast thee with one breath of his Mouth? who for one report, cc av vvb, cc vvi p-acp po21 n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp crd n1 pp-f po31 n1? q-crq p-acp crd n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
39 or murderous accusation against thy brother, is able to pay thee home with as many plagues, or murderous accusation against thy brother, is able to pay thee home with as many plagues, cc j n1 p-acp po21 n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi pno21 av-an p-acp c-acp d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
40 as he did rebellious Pharaoh for persecuting his chosen. as he did rebellious Pharaoh for persecuting his chosen. c-acp pns31 vdd j np1 p-acp vvg po31 j-vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
41 Secondly, confider the heinousness and odiousness of such destructive tongues, they wound, and never make whole again saith Solomon, Prov. 26.22. Secondly, confider the heinousness and odiousness of such destructive tongues, they wound, and never make Whole again Says Solomon, Curae 26.22. ord, vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, pns32 vvd, cc av-x vvi j-jn av vvz np1, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
42 Such tongues are compared to fire brands, arrows, and death its self, which to such accursed Doegs, is NONLATINALPHABET, the most terrible of all terribles, Such tongues Are compared to fire brands, arrows, and death its self, which to such accursed Doegs, is, the most terrible of all terribles, d n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 vvz, n2, cc n1 po31 n1, r-crq p-acp d j-vvn n2, vbz, dt av-ds j pp-f d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
43 and yet such desperate fools make it but a sport, thus to destroy themselves and others, Prov. 26.18. and yet such desperate Fools make it but a sport, thus to destroy themselves and Others, Curae 26.18. cc av d j n2 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, av pc-acp vvi px32 cc n2-jn, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
44 Nay, to sum up all in a word; Nay, to sum up all in a word; uh-x, pc-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
45 such a tongue is set on fire from hell, and sets on fire the whole course of nature; such a tongue is Set on fire from hell, and sets on fire the Whole course of nature; d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp n1 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
46 yea, it is a world of wickedness, saith Saint James 3.6. and makes a world of wickedness, as we see at this time, and as experienced Solomon tels us, Prov. 29.12. Saying, If a Ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked; yea, it is a world of wickedness, Says Saint James 3.6. and makes a world of wickedness, as we see At this time, and as experienced Solomon tells us, Curae 29.12. Saying, If a Ruler harken to lies, all his Servants Are wicked; uh, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz n1 np1 crd. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns12 vvi p-acp d n1, cc p-acp j-vvn np1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. vvg, cs dt n1 vvi p-acp n2, d po31 n2 vbr j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
47 and therefore to avoid such evill, David vowes to cut off all privy slanderers of their neighhours, to give no entertainment to workers of deceit, and Therefore to avoid such evil, David vows to Cut off all privy slanderers of their neighbours, to give no entertainment to workers of deceit, cc av pc-acp vvi d n-jn, np1 n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp d j n2 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi dx n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
48 and resolved, not to let a lyar so much as to tarry in his sight, Psal. 101. v. 5. & 7. A resolution worthy of so wise and Godly a Prince, God grant it may be a president for every christian prince and Magistrate to imitate. and resolved, not to let a liar so much as to tarry in his sighed, Psalm 101. v. 5. & 7. A resolution worthy of so wise and Godly a Prince, God grant it may be a president for every christian Prince and Magistrate to imitate. cc vvn, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd n1 crd cc crd dt n1 j pp-f av j cc j dt n1, np1 vvb pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp d njp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
49 For the contrary is a dangerous and destroying evill, an evill not to be suffered, unless we will hazard the ruine of all; For the contrary is a dangerous and destroying evil, an evil not to be suffered, unless we will hazard the ruin of all; p-acp dt n-jn vbz dt j cc vvg j-jn, dt n-jn xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
50 we had need then to give it no liberty at all, but to beware of it, we had need then to give it no liberty At all, but to beware of it, pns12 vhd n1 av pc-acp vvi pn31 dx n1 p-acp d, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
51 and to make it part of our Letany, (if we may make any Letany at all) with holy David saying, Psal. 120.2. Deliver my soul O Lord from lying lips, and from a deceitfull tongue. and to make it part of our Letany, (if we may make any Letany At all) with holy David saying, Psalm 120.2. Deliver my soul Oh Lord from lying lips, and from a deceitful tongue. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 pp-f po12 n1, (cs pns12 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp d) p-acp j np1 vvg, np1 crd. vvb po11 n1 uh n1 p-acp vvg n2, cc p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
52 It is dangerous to the Receiver, dangerous to the accused, but most dangerous of all to the accusen himself, It is dangerous to the Receiver, dangerous to the accused, but most dangerous of all to the accusen himself, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1, j p-acp dt vvn, cc-acp ds j pp-f d p-acp dt n1 px31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
53 for it deptives him of an happy life, 1 Pet. 3.10. for it deptives him of an happy life, 1 Pet. 3.10. c-acp pn31 n2-jn pno31 pp-f dt j n1, crd np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
54 He that will love life, and see good dayes, let him refrain his tongue from evill, He that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, pns31 cst vmb vvi n1, cc vvi j n2, vvb pno31 vvi po31 n1 p-acp j-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
55 and his lips that they speak no guile, let him eschew evill and do goood, seek peace and ensue it, not make mischief and pursue it; and his lips that they speak no guile, let him eschew evil and do good, seek peace and ensue it, not make mischief and pursue it; cc po31 n2 cst pns32 vvb dx n1, vvb pno31 vvi j-jn cc vdb j, vvb n1 cc vvi pn31, xx vvi n1 cc vvi pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
56 nay, he doth not onely deprive himself of an happy life, but also of a lively faith, nay, he does not only deprive himself of an happy life, but also of a lively faith, uh-x, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi px31 pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp av pp-f dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
57 for he makes thereby, or at leastwise he makes it appear, that his Religion is in vain, Jam. 1.16. for he makes thereby, or At leastwise he makes it appear, that his Religion is in vain, Jam. 1.16. c-acp pns31 vvz av, cc p-acp av pns31 vvz pn31 vvi, cst po31 n1 vbz p-acp j, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
58 He may perhaps, to gratifie his malicious, or avaricious humour, bereave his brother of his naturall life, He may perhaps, to gratify his malicious, or avaricious humour, bereave his brother of his natural life, pns31 vmb av, pc-acp vvi po31 j, cc j n1, vvb po31 n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
59 or worldly wealth, but then withall he wounds his own soul, and robs his soul and body both of their eternall inheritance in heaven, Prov. 18.7. He that hurteth his neighbour by his tongue, woundeth his own soul by his words; or worldly wealth, but then withal he wounds his own soul, and robs his soul and body both of their Eternal inheritance in heaven, Curae 18.7. He that hurteth his neighbour by his tongue, wounds his own soul by his words; cc j n1, cc-acp av av pns31 vvz po31 d n1, cc vvz po31 n1 cc n1 av-d pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz po31 d n1 p-acp po31 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
60 his mouth is his own destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul. his Mouth is his own destruction, and his lips Are the snare of his soul. po31 n1 vbz po31 d n1, cc po31 n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
61 To be a false informer, a malicious accuser, and so a pernitiouslyar, is the way to become a darling, a favourite to the devill; To be a false informer, a malicious accuser, and so a pernitiouslyar, is the Way to become a darling, a favourite to the Devil; pc-acp vbi dt j n1, dt j n1, cc av dt n1, vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n-jn, dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
62 such are Spaniels to hunt up the devils game, and their own destruction both; The Apostle cals them Reprobates, Rom. 1.29. That shall never inherit the Kingdome of grace here, nor of glory hereaf er, 1 Cor. 6.9, 10: such Are Spaniels to hunt up the Devils game, and their own destruction both; The Apostle calls them Reprobates, Rom. 1.29. That shall never inherit the Kingdom of grace Here, nor of glory hereaf er, 1 Cor. 6.9, 10: d vbr n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt ng1 n1, cc po32 d n1 av-d; dt n1 vvz pno32 n2-jn, np1 crd. cst vmb av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 av, ccx pp-f n1 j zz, crd np1 crd, crd: (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
63 Know ye not, that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdome of God? be not deceived, &c. But stay, this is not all, Know you not, that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? be not deceived, etc. But stay, this is not all, vvb pn22 xx, cst dt j vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? vbb xx vvn, av p-acp n1, d vbz xx d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
64 for such a wretch he shall not onely sustain paenam damni, the loss of Bliss, for such a wretch he shall not only sustain paenam damn, the loss of Bliss, c-acp d dt n1 pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
65 but also suffer paenam sensus, the punishment of sense, punishment (I say) in that place where his torments shall be endless, Apocal. 21.7, 8. All lyars shall have their part in that lake, which burneth with fire and brimstone, which is the second. i.e. eternall death. but also suffer paenam sensus, the punishment of sense, punishment (I say) in that place where his torments shall be endless, Apocalypse 21.7, 8. All liars shall have their part in that lake, which burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second. i.e. Eternal death. cc-acp av vvi fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 (pns11 vvb) p-acp d n1 c-crq po31 n2 vmb vbi j, np1 crd, crd av-d n2 vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt ord. n1 j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
66 But here now (me thinks) I see these accursed Hams, Doegs Achans and Ahitophels, laughing in their sleeves and saying, it is no matter what he saith, let us have our pleasures and desires here, But Here now (me thinks) I see these accursed Hams, Doegs Achans and Ahithophel, laughing in their sleeves and saying, it is no matter what he Says, let us have our pleasures and Desires Here, p-acp av av (pno11 vvz) pns11 vvb d j-vvn n2, vvz np1 cc npg1, vvg p-acp po32 n2 cc vvg, pn31 vbz dx n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, vvb pno12 vhi po12 n2 cc n2 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
67 and then let come, what will come, in the world to come. and then let come, what will come, in the world to come. cc av vvb vvb, q-crq vmb vvi, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
68 These politique fools, or madmen rather, are like to the Cardinall, who wished he might have a part of Paris, for his part in Paradise. These politic Fools, or madmen rather, Are like to the Cardinal, who wished he might have a part of paris, for his part in Paradise. np1 j n2, cc n2 av-c, vbr av-j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd pns31 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
69 Alas poor filly Atheists, full little do ye know the extremities of hell torments and tortures due to such damned Caitiffs, that thus sleightly account of them, and desperately hasten to them; Alas poor filly Atheists, full little do you know the extremities of hell torments and tortures due to such damned Caitiffs, that thus slightly account of them, and desperately hasten to them; uh j n1 n2, j j vdb pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 n2 cc n2 j-jn p-acp d j-vvn n2, cst av av-j n1 pp-f pno32, cc av-j vvi p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
70 but let not your wisdomes deceive your selves, your hell begins here, even in this life, your life will be worse than death, for such have no peace; but let not your wisdoms deceive your selves, your hell begins Here, even in this life, your life will be Worse than death, for such have no peace; cc-acp vvb xx po22 n2 vvb po22 n2, po22 n1 vvz av, av p-acp d n1, po22 n1 vmb vbi jc cs n1, p-acp d vhb dx n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
71 There is no peace saith my God to the wicked; the God of truth hath said it, it is in vain for your deceitfull hearts, There is no peace Says my God to the wicked; the God of truth hath said it, it is in vain for your deceitful hearts, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvz po11 n1 p-acp dt j; dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn pn31, pn31 vbz p-acp j c-acp po22 j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
72 and lying tongues to deny it, Isa. 57. v. ult. Your lying tongues shall make you fall, and lying tongues to deny it, Isaiah 57. v. ult. Your lying tongues shall make you fallen, cc vvg n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 crd n1 n1. po22 j-vvg n2 vmb vvi pn22 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
73 and others to laugh you to seorn, Ps. 64.8. what did I say; and Others to laugh you to seorn, Ps. 64.8. what did I say; cc n2-jn pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd. q-crq vdd pns11 vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
74 make you fall? nay, fall to utter ruine, for a false witness shall utterly perish, Prov 21.28. make you fallen? nay, fallen to utter ruin, for a false witness shall utterly perish, Curae 21.28. vvb pn22 vvi? uh-x, vvb pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp dt j n1 vmb av-j vvi, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
75 believe it, it was not a fool that said it, If therefore thou lov'st thy life, have a care of thy slandering, believe it, it was not a fool that said it, If Therefore thou Lovest thy life, have a care of thy slandering, vvb pn31, pn31 vbds xx dt n1 cst vvd pn31, cs av pns21 vv2 po21 n1, vhb dt n1 pp-f po21 vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
76 and false accusing tongue In old time a slanderer by the Law, was to be branded on the cheek for infamy, and false accusing tongue In old time a slanderer by the Law, was to be branded on the cheek for infamy, cc j j-vvg n1 p-acp j n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
77 as accursed Cain was mark'd for a murderer, It were good for the Commonwealth, and Church of God, as accursed Cain was marked for a murderer, It were good for the Commonwealth, and Church of God, c-acp j-vvn np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbdr j p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
78 if all such miscreants might be so stigmatized, for their malicious aspersions cast upon the innocent, in these malignant and licentious times. if all such miscreants might be so stigmatized, for their malicious Aspersions cast upon the innocent, in these malignant and licentious times. cs d d n2 vmd vbi av vvn, p-acp po32 j n2 vvn p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp d j cc j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
79 If you will not for all this believe, and take heed of this destructive sin, look but into the Theater of Gods judgements upon malefactors in this kind. If you will not for all this believe, and take heed of this destructive since, look but into the Theater of God's Judgments upon malefactors in this kind. cs pn22 vmb xx p-acp d d vvb, cc vvb n1 pp-f d j n1, vvb cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
80 In 6. of Dan. see how the Princes, Governors, and Captains, conspired against the Prophet, by a malicious accusation to take away his life; In 6. of Dan. see how the Princes, Governors, and Captains, conspired against the Prophet, by a malicious accusation to take away his life; p-acp crd pp-f np1 vvb c-crq dt n2, n2, cc n2, vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
81 and although their information was partly true, yet because it was done in envy and malice, and not for Gods glory; and although their information was partly true, yet Because it was done in envy and malice, and not for God's glory; cc cs po32 n1 vbds av j, av c-acp pn31 vbds vdn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc xx p-acp npg1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
82 see how God requites them with the like doom they had passed upon him, v. 23. In 1 Reg. 21. Observe there how Queen Jezeble, that quean, that accursed covetous hypocrite, under pretence of an holy fast, had plotted by a false accusation, to take away at once her innocent neighbours, both Land and Life; see how God requites them with the like doom they had passed upon him, v. 23. In 1 Reg. 21. Observe there how Queen Jezeble, that quean, that accursed covetous hypocrite, under pretence of an holy fast, had plotted by a false accusation, to take away At once her innocent neighbours, both Land and Life; vvb c-crq np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, n1 crd p-acp crd np1 crd vvb a-acp c-crq n1 j, cst n1, cst j-vvn j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, vhd vvn p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp a-acp po31 j-jn n2, d n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
83 but for that fact, God made Dogs-meat of her, v. 23. And will no doubt of all such, but for that fact, God made Dog's meat of her, v. 23. And will no doubt of all such, cc-acp c-acp cst n1, np1 vvd n1 pp-f pno31, n1 crd cc vmb dx n1 pp-f d d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
84 as shall so fell themselves to work wickedness. as shall so fell themselves to work wickedness. c-acp vmb av vvi px32 pc-acp vvi n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
85 In the story of Susanna we read, that two Elders (whether Lay, or Clergy, I need not say,) because she would not yeeld to their unlawfull desires, went about by a false accusation to put her to death, In the story of Susanna we read, that two Elders (whither Lay, or Clergy, I need not say,) Because she would not yield to their unlawful Desires, went about by a false accusation to put her to death, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb, cst crd np1 (cs n1, cc n1, pns11 vvb xx vvi,) c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp po32 j n2, vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
86 but God rais'd up a Daniel to discover the devillish plot, to set the sackless free, but God raised up a daniel to discover the devilish plot, to Set the sackless free, cc-acp np1 vvd a-acp dt np1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
87 and to make the false witnesses their own tongues to destroy themselves, v. 62. In Esther. 3. Ambitious Haman, by a false information, and to make the false Witnesses their own tongues to destroy themselves, v. 62. In Esther. 3. Ambitious Haman, by a false information, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2 po32 d n2 pc-acp vvi px32, n1 crd p-acp np1. crd j np1, p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
88 and a monyed temptation, had prevailed with the King against the poor innocent Jewes to destroy them, and a moneyed temptation, had prevailed with the King against the poor innocent Jews to destroy them, cc dt j n1, vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j j-jn np2 pc-acp vvi pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
89 but God discovered his false and malicious plot, and withall paid him home in his own coyn, but God discovered his false and malicious plot, and withal paid him home in his own coin, cc-acp np1 vvd po31 j cc j n1, cc av vvd pno31 av-an p-acp po31 d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
90 for he was hang'd on the same accursed Tree, he had caused to be set up for others, for he was hanged on the same accursed Tree, he had caused to be Set up for Others, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt d j-vvn n1, pns31 vhd vvn pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
91 as you may see in Esther 7.10. as you may see in Esther 7.10. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
92 Thus while men to satisfie their pride, malice, and covetousness, are cunningly digging a pit for others, they fall into it themselves. Thus while men to satisfy their pride, malice, and covetousness, Are cunningly digging a pit for Others, they fallen into it themselves. av cs n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, n1, cc n1, vbr av-jn vvg dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 px32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
93 God forbid I should Judge any man, but if there be any such desperate wretches, either in Church or Common-weal, though they dig as deep as hell, to hide their damnable plots, God forbid I should Judge any man, but if there be any such desperate wretches, either in Church or Commonweal, though they dig as deep as hell, to hide their damnable plots, np1 vvb pns11 vmd vvi d n1, cc-acp cs pc-acp vbb d d j n2, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vvb c-acp j-jn c-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po32 j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
94 yet let them know, that the eye of that all-seeing God, that abhors all false wayes, will find them out to their utter confusion in the end. yet let them know, that the eye of that All-seeing God, that abhors all false ways, will find them out to their utter confusion in the end. av vvb pno32 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f cst j np1, cst vvz d j n2, vmb vvi pno32 av p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
95 Let them consider, what a wiser King than Ahasuerns saith, Prov. 19.5. A false mitness shall not go unpunished, and he that speaketh lies, shall not escape; Let them Consider, what a Wiser King than Ahasuerns Says, Curae 19.5. A false mitness shall not go unpunished, and he that speaks lies, shall not escape; vvb pno32 vvi, q-crq dt jc n1 cs vvz vvz, np1 crd. dt j n1 vmb xx vvi j, cc pns31 cst vvz n2, vmb xx vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
96 but be punished according to that Royall Law of like for like, as you may see in Deut. 19.15 One witness shall not rise up against a man for any iniquity, but be punished according to that Royal Law of like for like, as you may see in Deuteronomy 19.15 One witness shall not rise up against a man for any iniquity, p-acp vbi vvn vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f av-j c-acp av-j, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 crd crd n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
97 or for any sin, in any sin that he sinneth; or for any since, in any since that he Sinneth; cc p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
98 at the mouth of two witnesses, or at the mouth of three witnesses shall the matter be established. At the Mouth of two Witnesses, or At the Mouth of three Witnesses shall the matter be established. p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2 vmb dt n1 vbb vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
99 If a false witness rise up against any man to testifie against him that which is wrong, If a false witness rise up against any man to testify against him that which is wrong, cs dt j n1 vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 d r-crq vbz j-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
100 Then both the men between whom the controversie is, shall stand before the Lord, before the Priests, Then both the men between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the Lord, before the Priests, cs d dt n2 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
101 and the Iudges which shall be in those dayes. And the Iudges shall make diligent inquisition; and the Judges which shall be in those days. And the Judges shall make diligent inquisition; cc dt n2 r-crq vmb vbi p-acp d n2. cc dt n2 vmb vvi j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
102 and behold, if the witness be a false witness, and hath testified falsly against his Brother: and behold, if the witness be a false witness, and hath testified falsely against his Brother: cc vvb, cs dt n1 vbb dt j n1, cc vhz vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
103 Then shall ye do unto him, as he had thought to have done unto his Brother. Then shall you do unto him, as he had Thought to have done unto his Brother. av vmb pn22 vdi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pc-acp vhi vdn p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
104 So shalt thou put the evill away from among you, &c. A dangerous thing then (ye see) it was in old time to raise a false report, So shalt thou put the evil away from among you, etc. A dangerous thing then (you see) it was in old time to raise a false report, av vm2 pns21 vvi dt n-jn av p-acp p-acp pn22, av dt j n1 av (pn22 vvb) pn31 vbds p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
105 and to lay against our Brethren a false accusation; and to lay against our Brothers a false accusation; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
106 And can it be less dangerous now? yea, may some say, for that Lex talionis is abrogated by Christ, Matth. 5.38, &c. Be not deceived, our Saviour there speaks of private revenge, and not of publick Justice; And can it be less dangerous now? yea, may Some say, for that Lex Talionis is abrogated by christ, Matthew 5.38, etc. Be not deceived, our Saviour there speaks of private revenge, and not of public justice; cc vmb pn31 vbi dc j av? uh, vmb d vvi, p-acp d fw-la fw-la vbz vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd, av vbb xx vvn, po12 n1 a-acp vvz pp-f j n1, cc xx pp-f j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
107 to shew how patient and loth we should be to revenge, not that we should put up all maner of injuries, to show how patient and loath we should be to revenge, not that we should put up all manner of injuries, pc-acp vvi c-crq j cc j pns12 vmd vbi p-acp n1, xx cst pns12 vmd vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
108 & evils whatsoever, without seeking any remedy at all at the hands of Gods Ministers, who bear not the sword in vain. & evils whatsoever, without seeking any remedy At all At the hands of God's Ministers, who bear not the sword in vain. cc n2-jn r-crq, p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, r-crq vvb xx dt n1 p-acp j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
109 It is true indeed, this Lex talionis mentioned by Moses, takes not place against such as offend of ignorance, errour, or inconsideration; It is true indeed, this Lex Talionis mentioned by Moses, Takes not place against such as offend of ignorance, error, or inconsideration; pn31 vbz j av, d fw-la fw-la vvn p-acp np1, vvz xx n1 p-acp d c-acp vvb pp-f n1, n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
110 but against such as intentionally, maliciously, and determinatly do raise up false reports against their Neighbours, but against such as intentionally, maliciously, and determinately do raise up false reports against their Neighbours, cc-acp p-acp d c-acp av-j, av-j, cc av-j vdb vvi a-acp j n2 p-acp po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
111 and swear them, which is a most grievous and insufferable sin. First, because it is a wilfull contempt of Gods truth, and Religion it self. and swear them, which is a most grievous and insufferable since. First, Because it is a wilful contempt of God's truth, and Religion it self. cc vvi pno32, r-crq vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1. ord, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc n1 pn31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
112 Secondly, because the party so offending doth not only shew, but withall execute the utmost of his malice and hatred, Secondly, Because the party so offending does not only show, but withal execute the utmost of his malice and hatred, ord, c-acp dt n1 av vvg vdz xx av-j vvi, cc-acp av vvi dt j pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
113 so far as he durst, against his Neighbour. so Far as he durst, against his Neighbour. av av-j c-acp pns31 vvd, p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
114 Thirdly, because such false reports and accusations do directly tend to the utter overthrow of all common Justice, and humane society. Thirdly, Because such false reports and accusations do directly tend to the utter overthrow of all Common justice, and humane society. ord, c-acp d j n2 cc n2 vdb av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n1, cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
115 And therefore aequissimum est (saith a learned Casuist ) it seems most equall and just, that he who thus offends, should suffer the same punishment he thought by false accusation to bring upon the inocent. And that for these Reasons: And Therefore aequissimum est (Says a learned Casuist) it seems most equal and just, that he who thus offends, should suffer the same punishment he Thought by false accusation to bring upon the innocent. And that for these Reasons: cc av fw-la fw-la (vvz dt j n1) pn31 vvz av-ds j-jn cc j, cst pns31 r-crq av vvz, vmd vvi dt d n1 pns31 vvd p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn. cc cst p-acp d n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
116 First, because it is a Law, by the confesion of all, most just and equall, That he who sheddeth mans blood, by man should his blood be shed, Gen. 9.6. First, Because it is a Law, by the Confessi of all, most just and equal, That he who sheds men blood, by man should his blood be shed, Gen. 9.6. ord, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, av-ds j cc j-jn, cst pns31 r-crq vvz ng1 n1, p-acp n1 vmd po31 n1 vbi vvn, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
117 And truly he that by false and malicious reports, goes about to take away his Neighbours good name, doth as much as in him lies, endeavour to shed his Brothers blood. And truly he that by false and malicious reports, Goes about to take away his Neighbours good name, does as much as in him lies, endeavour to shed his Brother's blood. cc av-j pns31 cst p-acp j cc j n2, vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi av po31 n2 j n1, vdz p-acp d c-acp p-acp pno31 vvz, vvb pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
118 Secondly, because the justice of the punishment, which consists in its proportion to the fault, is in this law clearly declared. Secondly, Because the Justice of the punishment, which consists in its proportion to the fault, is in this law clearly declared. ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp d n1 av-j vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
119 Lastly, because the observation of this Law, Talionis, tends to this end. Lastly, Because the observation of this Law, Talionis, tends to this end. ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, fw-la, vvz p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
120 That those who plot such wickedness, and yet abhorre the punishment so grievous, might be admonished of the heynousness of the crime, That those who plot such wickedness, and yet abhor the punishment so grievous, might be admonished of the heinousness of the crime, cst d r-crq n1 d n1, cc av vvb dt n1 av j, vmd vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
121 and so deterred from committing the same. and so deterred from committing the same. cc av vvn p-acp vvg dt d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
122 And now let all Slanderers that wittingly and wilfully raise up against their Neighbours false reports; And now let all Slanderers that wittingly and wilfully raise up against their Neighbours false reports; cc av vvb d n2 cst av-j cc av-j vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n2 j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 8
123 Let all Judges and Censors, that either for malice, favour, or bribes condemn the innocent; Let all Judges and Censors, that either for malice, favour, or Bribes condemn the innocent; vvb d n2 cc n2, cst d p-acp n1, n1, cc n2 vvb dt j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 8
124 In a word let all Malignants or malicious corrupters, either of Judge or Witnesses, sadly consider this, In a word let all Malignants or malicious corrupters, either of Judge or Witnesses, sadly Consider this, p-acp dt n1 vvb d n2 cc j n2, d pp-f n1 cc n2, av-j vvb d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 8
125 and withall tremble, for they being all guilty of the same crime, to the hurt of their Neighbour, are all involved in the same punishment of this Law, of like for like. and withal tremble, for they being all guilty of the same crime, to the hurt of their Neighbour, Are all involved in the same punishment of this Law, of like for like. cc av vvb, c-acp pns32 vbg d j pp-f dt d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vbr d vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f d n1, pp-f j c-acp av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 8
126 And now that we may handle this point the more distinctly and satisfactorily, because it is (as it were) the Primum mobile, the first wheel that moves, and moves all the rest. And now that we may handle this point the more distinctly and satisfactorily, Because it is (as it were) the Primum mobile, the First wheel that moves, and moves all the rest. cc av cst pns12 vmb vvi d n1 dt av-dc av-j cc av-j, c-acp pn31 vbz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt fw-la j, dt ord n1 cst vvz, cc vvz d dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
127 Let us enquire of these two things, Let us inquire of these two things, vvb pno12 vvi pp-f d crd n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
128 1. What it is to raise a falsereport, or when a man is said to slander or make a false accusation against his neighbours. 1. What it is to raise a falsereport, or when a man is said to slander or make a false accusation against his neighbours. crd r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
129 2. When, and how, it is lawfull to discover our Neighbours faults, and to inform against them to authority. 2. When, and how, it is lawful to discover our Neighbours Faults, and to inform against them to Authority. crd c-crq, cc c-crq, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
130 For the first, a man is said to slander, or to raise a false report, For the First, a man is said to slander, or to raise a false report, p-acp dt ord, dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
131 when he doth either in publick, or private, unjustly violate the fame or good name of his Neighbour; when he does either in public, or private, unjustly violate the fame or good name of his Neighbour; c-crq pns31 vdz d p-acp j, cc j, av-j vvi dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
132 And this sin doth Recipere magìs & minùs, it is greater or lesser according to the matter, And this since does Recipere magìs & minùs, it is greater or lesser according to the matter, cc d n1 vdz fw-la fw-la cc n2, pn31 vbz jc cc jc p-acp p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
133 and manner of the scandall, and according to the intention of the slanderer, and quality of the party slandered. and manner of the scandal, and according to the intention of the slanderer, and quality of the party slandered. cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
134 Secondly, a man is said to slander or raise a false report, when without sufficient cause he discovers the secret faults of his Neighbour to his projudice and defamation, which in Charity he might and ought to have concealed. Secondly, a man is said to slander or raise a false report, when without sufficient cause he discovers the secret Faults of his Neighbour to his projudice and defamation, which in Charity he might and ought to have concealed. ord, dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1, c-crq p-acp j n1 pns31 vvz dt j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vmd cc vmd pc-acp vhi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
135 Thirdly he is said to slander his Neighbour, &c. That without just cause doth tell abroad words or things tending to his Neighbours discredit, which he hath received only by tradition or hear say, without any certain testimony, or asseveration; Thirdly he is said to slander his Neighbour, etc. That without just cause does tell abroad words or things tending to his Neighbours discredit, which he hath received only by tradition or hear say, without any certain testimony, or asseveration; ord pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, av cst p-acp j n1 vdz vvi av n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp po31 ng1 n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn av-j p-acp n1 cc vvb vvi, p-acp d j n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
136 when (I say) he doth this to make people believe it, or but vehemently suspect it. when (I say) he does this to make people believe it, or but vehemently suspect it. c-crq (pns11 vvb) pns31 vdz d pc-acp vvi n1 vvi pn31, cc p-acp av-j vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
137 Again, when a man tells any thing thats false against his Neighbour, though he thinks it to be true, he slanders, and lyes against him materially. Again, when a man tells any thing thats false against his Neighbour, though he thinks it to be true, he slanders, and lies against him materially. av, c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1 d|vbz j p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi j, pns31 vvz, cc vvz p-acp pno31 av-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
138 If he tells any thing that is true against his Neighbour, and yet think that it is false, If he tells any thing that is true against his Neighbour, and yet think that it is false, cs pns31 vvz d n1 cst vbz j p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvb cst pn31 vbz j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
139 or not true, he slanders and lyes against him formally. or not true, he slanders and lies against him formally. cc xx j, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pno31 av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
140 But if he tells any thing that is false against his Neighbour, and thinks with all that it is false, he slanders and lyes against him both formally and materially; But if he tells any thing that is false against his Neighbour, and thinks with all that it is false, he slanders and lies against him both formally and materially; p-acp cs pns31 vvz d n1 cst vbz j p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp d cst pn31 vbz j, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pno31 d av-j cc av-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
141 and so he is a full and perfect false accuser. and so he is a full and perfect false accuser. cc av pns31 vbz dt j cc j j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
142 Again (and I pray mark it) if our Neighbours faults may be amended by a private Brotherly admonition betwixt party and party, Again (and I pray mark it) if our Neighbours Faults may be amended by a private Brotherly admonition betwixt party and party, av (cc pns11 vvb vvb pn31) cs po12 n2 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 6
143 and his crimes be not pernicious, and the end of accusation may be had without publick accusation, (in which case both Charity and Justice require our passing by an offence) then dicere Ecclesiae, to tell it to the Church, and his crimes be not pernicious, and the end of accusation may be had without public accusation, (in which case both Charity and justice require our passing by an offence) then dicere Ecclesiae, to tell it to the Church, cc po31 n2 vbb xx j, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vhn p-acp j n1, (p-acp r-crq n1 d n1 cc n1 vvb po12 n-vvg p-acp dt n1) cs fw-la np1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
144 or to accuse him openly before Authority, is to slander him, or to make a false information or accusation against him. or to accuse him openly before authority, is to slander him, or to make a false information or accusation against him. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
145 If a man shall publish his Neighbours fault to the hurt of his soul, prejudice of his body, honour or estate, without just cause, he sins both against Justice and Charity, If a man shall publish his Neighbours fault to the hurt of his soul, prejudice of his body, honour or estate, without just cause, he Sins both against justice and Charity, cs dt n1 vmb vvi po31 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp j n1, pns31 vvz d p-acp n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
146 and so is guilty of false accasation. and so is guilty of false accasation. cc av vbz j pp-f j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
147 In a word, he is an unjust accuser that shall calumniate, or lay that which is false to a mans charge, In a word, he is an unjust accuser that shall calumniate, or lay that which is false to a men charge, p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1 cst vmb vvi, cc vvd d r-crq vbz j p-acp dt ng1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
148 or that useth cunning, fraud, or deceit in his Oath or accusaton, or that without just cause shall make a tergiversation, or that uses cunning, fraud, or deceit in his Oath or accusaton, or that without just cause shall make a tergiversation, cc d vvz j-jn, n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc cst p-acp j n1 vmb vvi dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
149 and desist from a just accusation. and desist from a just accusation. cc vvi p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
150 Thus you see in brief what it is to raise a false report, or to make a false accusation against our Neighbour. Thus you see in brief what it is to raise a false report, or to make a false accusation against our Neighbour. av pn22 vvb p-acp j r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
151 Now for the other, When, and how, it is lawfull to discover our Neighbours faults, and to inform against him to Authority? Now for the other, When, and how, it is lawful to discover our Neighbours Faults, and to inform against him to authority? av p-acp dt n-jn, c-crq, cc c-crq, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
152 Although it be lawfull in silence to conceal sometimes the truth, when neither piety nor charity require us to reveal it, as Math. 23.63. for the precept affirmative of telling the truth, binds not adsemper, at all times, but as the reason of circumstances well considered do require; Although it be lawful in silence to conceal sometime the truth, when neither piety nor charity require us to reveal it, as Math. 23.63. for the precept affirmative of telling the truth, binds not Ad semper, At all times, but as the reason of Circumstances well considered do require; cs pn31 vbb j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1, c-crq dx n1 ccx n1 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 j pp-f vvg dt n1, vvz xx vvi, p-acp d n2, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av vvn vdb vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
153 so also of concealing part of the truth, as you may see, Jer. 38.26. &c. Yet when the secret damage to others, so also of concealing part of the truth, as you may see, Jer. 38.26. etc. Yet when the secret damage to Others, av av pp-f vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. av av c-crq dt j-jn n1 p-acp n2-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
154 and danger to himself that commits it, we are bound in charity, not to conceal it, and danger to himself that commits it, we Are bound in charity, not to conceal it, cc n1 p-acp px31 cst vvz pn31, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, xx pc-acp vvi pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
155 but to make it known to Authority for prevention. but to make it known to authority for prevention. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
156 Also when his faulcs are publick either by the sentence of the Judge, or evidence of his notorious fact, Also when his faulcs Are public either by the sentence of the Judge, or evidence of his notorious fact, av c-crq po31 n2 vbr j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
157 then we may speak of them, and condemn them openly; for the offender hath then lost his right to a good name. then we may speak of them, and condemn them openly; for the offender hath then lost his right to a good name. cs pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pno32, cc vvi pno32 av-j; p-acp dt n1 vhz av vvn po31 n-jn p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
158 Again when wicked men by their dissembled iniquity, or seigned shew of vertue, or piety get unto themselves a good name, to the manifest danger of others, Again when wicked men by their dissembled iniquity, or signed show of virtue, or piety get unto themselves a good name, to the manifest danger of Others, av c-crq j n2 p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, cc vvn n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vvb p-acp px32 dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
159 then it is lawfull to inform against them, and to lay them open. then it is lawful to inform against them, and to lay them open. cs pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
160 To conclude, there are many cases, in which it is not only lawfull, but also necessary to inform against, and accuse offenders. To conclude, there Are many cases, in which it is not only lawful, but also necessary to inform against, and accuse offenders. p-acp vvi, pc-acp vbr d n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp av j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
161 As for instance, Officers are bound by their office, as often as occasion serves, to inform against, As for instance, Officers Are bound by their office, as often as occasion serves, to inform against, p-acp p-acp n1, n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1, c-acp av c-acp n1 vvz, pc-acp vvi p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
162 and accuse offenders, for the promotion of the publick good. and accuse offenders, for the promotion of the public good. cc vvi n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
163 Secondly, Each privat man ought to make offences and offenders known, which either immediatly hinder the publick good, Secondly, Each private man ought to make offences and offenders known, which either immediately hinder the public good, ord, d j n1 vmd pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 vvn, r-crq d av-j vvi dt j j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
164 or mediatly tend to the publick hurt, or do intollerably wrong any particular innocent man, if such an evill cannot by any other means conveniently be avoyded; or mediately tend to the public hurt, or do intolerably wrong any particular innocent man, if such an evil cannot by any other means conveniently be avoided; cc av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc vdb av-j vvi d j j-jn n1, cs d dt j-jn vmbx p-acp d j-jn n2 av-j vbi vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
165 because, both by the law of nature, and charity, every one is bound either for the Common-wealth, Because, both by the law of nature, and charity, every one is bound either for the Commonwealth, c-acp, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, d pi vbz vvn av-d p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
166 or his Neighbours good, to lay out his best endeavours, when need requires, to remove or prevent such evills by timely information, or his Neighbours good, to lay out his best endeavours, when need requires, to remove or prevent such evils by timely information, cc po31 n2 j, pc-acp vvi av po31 js n2, c-crq n1 vvz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2-jn p-acp j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
167 and that too without any private Brotherly premonition; (I say) without any private premonition; and that too without any private Brotherly premonition; (I say) without any private premonition; cc cst av p-acp d j j n1; (pns11 vvb) p-acp d j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
168 for when the scandall is publick, so publick, that it cannot be taken off by any privat correction, for when the scandal is public, so public, that it cannot be taken off by any private correction, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j, av j, cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
169 and when there is no hope to prevail in a privat way; and when there is no hope to prevail in a private Way; cc c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
170 or if the Common-wealths danger be such by that sin, that its safety by a privat admonition cannot be defended or preserved, or if the Commonwealths danger be such by that since, that its safety by a private admonition cannot be defended or preserved, cc cs dt ng1 n1 vbb d p-acp d n1, cst po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
171 then without any more adoe, Dic Ecclesiae, tell it to the Church, complain of it to Authority; then without any more ado, Die Ecclesiae, tell it to the Church, complain of it to authority; av p-acp d dc n1, fw-la np1, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, vvb pp-f pn31 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
172 but withall be sure the main end and aym of thy complaint, be not any sinister end of thine own, but withal be sure the main end and aim of thy complaint, be not any sinister end of thine own, cc-acp av vbi av-j dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po21 n1, vbb xx d j n1 pp-f po21 d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
173 but Gods Glory, and his Churches good, so shalt thou do good service to them both. but God's Glory, and his Churches good, so shalt thou do good service to them both. cc-acp ng1 n1, cc po31 n2 j, av vm2 pns21 vdi j n1 p-acp pno32 d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
174 And thus I have now done with the Informers, in these words, Thou shalt not raise a false report. And thus I have now done with the Informers, in these words, Thou shalt not raise a false report. cc av pns11 vhb av vdn p-acp dt n2, p-acp d n2, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
175 I come now to speak unto you, that are Witnesses, in the words ensuing, Put not thine hand with the wicked, to be an unrighteous witness. I come now to speak unto you, that Are Witnesses, in the words ensuing, Put not thine hand with the wicked, to be an unrighteous witness. pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cst vbr n2, p-acp dt n2 vvg, vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
176 I Cannot, I need not be large upon this, for what I have said already of false Reporters and accusers, may suffice also for false witnesses. I Cannot, I need not be large upon this, for what I have said already of false Reporters and accusers, may suffice also for false Witnesses. pns11 vmbx, pns11 vvb xx vbi j p-acp d, p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn av pp-f j n2 cc n2, vmb vvi av p-acp j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 11
177 If any desire to know more fully concerning this point, let them consult their Catechisms, especially Pareus his Exposition of the nineth Commandment, Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour, where (as both he, If any desire to know more Fully Concerning this point, let them consult their Catechisms, especially Pareus his Exposition of the nineth Commandment, Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour, where (as both he, cs d n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j vvg d n1, vvb pno32 vvi po32 n2, av-j np1 po31 n1 pp-f dt ord n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi j n1 p-acp po21 n1, c-crq (c-acp d pns31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
178 and Ʋrsin that solid Divine do teach) is required, That we speak nothing that is false, and Ʋrsin that solid Divine do teach) is required, That we speak nothing that is false, cc np1 cst j n-jn vdb vvi) vbz vvn, cst pns12 vvb pix cst vbz j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
179 nor any thing falsly, against our neighbour. nor any thing falsely, against our neighbour. ccx d n1 av-j, p-acp po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
180 That we do not calumniate any mans words, detract from any mans worth, or any way defame them. That we do not calumniate any men words, detract from any men worth, or any Way defame them. cst pns12 vdb xx vvi d ng1 n2, vvb p-acp d ng1 n1, cc d n1 vvi pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
181 That we Judge not rashly of any, nor condemn any Indictâ causâ, before the matter is heard. That we Judge not rashly of any, nor condemn any Indictâ causâ, before the matter is herd. cst pns12 vvb xx av-j pp-f d, ccx vvi d np1 fw-la, p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
182 That we flee, and keep our selves cleer with all possible care, from all lies, especially, pernicious ones, and from all deceit. That we flee, and keep our selves clear with all possible care, from all lies, especially, pernicious ones, and from all deceit. cst pns12 vvb, cc vvb po12 n2 vvi p-acp d j n1, p-acp d n2, av-j, j pi2, cc p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
183 In Judgements and all other matters, that we follow, and keep close to the truth. In Judgments and all other matters, that we follow, and keep close to the truth. p-acp n2 cc d j-jn n2, cst pns12 vvb, cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
184 That we defend, preserve, and advance as much as in us lies, the just fame, good name, and welfare of our Neighbour. That we defend, preserve, and advance as much as in us lies, the just fame, good name, and welfare of our Neighbour. cst pns12 vvb, vvb, cc vvi p-acp d c-acp p-acp pno12 vvz, dt j n1, j n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
185 The truth of God, and our Neighbours good (you see) are the main end, aym, and scope of this Commandement; The truth of God, and our Neighbours good (you see) Are the main end, aim, and scope of this Commandment; dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po12 n2 j (pn22 vvb) vbr dt j n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
186 And therefore the Devill and wicked men (his factors) do lye and bear false witness, And Therefore the devil and wicked men (his Factors) do lie and bear false witness, cc av dt n1 cc j n2 (po31 n2) vdb vvi cc vvi j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
187 even when they speak the truth; even when they speak the truth; av c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
188 because they are neither NONLATINALPHABET, nor NONLATINALPHABET, Lover neither of truth nor true men, but false accusers of the Brethren. Because they Are neither, nor, Lover neither of truth nor true men, but false accusers of the Brothers. c-acp pns32 vbr dx, ccx, n1 av-d pp-f n1 ccx j n2, cc-acp j n2 pp-f dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
189 If they speak at any time the truth, it is animo fallendi, with an intention to deceive, not to glorifie God, If they speak At any time the truth, it is animo fallendi, with an intention to deceive, not to Glorify God, cs pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 dt n1, pn31 vbz fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vvi np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
190 or to doe men any good. or to do men any good. cc pc-acp vdi n2 d j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
191 Tut not thy hand with the wicked, &c. As we are bound to witness the truth, Tut not thy hand with the wicked, etc. As we Are bound to witness the truth, uh xx po21 n1 p-acp dt j, av c-acp pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
192 when we are lawfully called thereunto by the Magistrat, or freely of our own accords, when we Are lawfully called thereunto by the Magistrate, or freely of our own accords, c-crq pns12 vbr av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc av-j pp-f po12 d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
193 though we be not constrained by Authority, if there be any grievous damage, or danger like to fall upon the publick-weal, though we be not constrained by authority, if there be any grievous damage, or danger like to fallen upon the public-weal, cs pns12 vbb xx vvn p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vbb d j n1, cc n1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
194 or any privat innocent man, which otherwise cannot be avoyed or prevented, Pro. 24.11. or any private innocent man, which otherwise cannot be avoid or prevented, Pro 24.11. cc d j j-jn n1, r-crq av vmbx vbi vvi cc vvn, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
195 So we must have a great care when we come to witness, that neither for fear, not favour, So we must have a great care when we come to witness, that neither for Fear, not favour, av pns12 vmb vhi dt j n1 c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, cst dx p-acp n1, xx n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
196 nor any other sinister end, we bear false witness against our brother. Perjury is a fearfull sin; nor any other sinister end, we bear false witness against our brother. Perjury is a fearful since; ccx d j-jn j n1, pns12 vvb j n1 p-acp po12 n1. n1 vbz dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
197 to contemn God, and Religion, to renounce thy Saviour and all the means of salvation, to overthrow and confound, to contemn God, and Religion, to renounce thy Saviour and all the means of salvation, to overthrow and confound, pc-acp vvi np1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 cc d dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
198 as much as in thee lies, all common justice and humane society, is the very height of impiety, as much as in thee lies, all Common Justice and humane society, is the very height of impiety, c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno21 vvz, d j n1 cc j n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
199 and such a sin as this, alas! what can expiate? I beseech you turn to Malacbi 3.5. read there and tremble, or at leastwise consider seriously and sadly of it, before you lay your hands upon the Book; and such a since as this, alas! what can expiate? I beseech you turn to Malacbi 3.5. read there and tremble, or At leastwise Consider seriously and sadly of it, before you lay your hands upon the Book; cc d dt n1 c-acp d, uh! q-crq vmb vvi? pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp fw-la crd. vvb a-acp cc vvi, cc p-acp av vvi av-j cc av-j pp-f pn31, c-acp pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
200 I will come near to you to Judgment, and will be a swift witness against false swearers &c. and such as fear not me saith the Lord of Hosts. I will come near to you to Judgement, and will be a swift witness against false swearers etc. and such as Fear not me Says the Lord of Hosts. pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pn22 p-acp n1, cc vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp j n2 av cc d c-acp vvb xx pno11 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 13
201 I shall now conclude this point with of St. Aug. in his Sermon, on the beheading of John Baptist, Ille qui hominem provocat ad jurationem, &c. He that wittingly and wilfully provokes a man to take an Oath falsely, Homicidam superat, is worse than a manslayer, I shall now conclude this point with of Saint Aug. in his Sermon, on the beheading of John Baptist, Isle qui hominem provocat ad jurationem, etc. He that wittingly and wilfully provokes a man to take an Oath falsely, Homicidam superat, is Worse than a manslayer, pns11 vmb av vvi d n1 p-acp pp-f n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av pns31 cst av-j cc av-j vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j, fw-la fw-la, vbz jc cs dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
202 for the one kills but the body, the other murders the soul, nay, two soules at once, both the false witnesses, and his own. for the one kills but the body, the other murders the soul, nay, two Souls At once, both the false Witnesses, and his own. p-acp dt pi vvz p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn n2 dt n1, uh-x, crd n2 p-acp a-acp, d dt j n2, cc po31 d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
203 I would to God such (if such there be) that closely and secretly (as if they had no hand in the matter) set poor ignorant men (or such as they cannot but know to be desperate wretches) on work to inform, I would to God such (if such there be) that closely and secretly (as if they had no hand in the matter) Set poor ignorant men (or such as they cannot but know to be desperate wretches) on work to inform, pns11 vmd p-acp np1 d (cs d pc-acp vbi) cst av-j cc av-jn (c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp dt n1) vvd j j n2 (cc d c-acp pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi pc-acp vbi j n2) p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
204 and do animate them on to take false Oathes against their Pastors, and other innocent Brethren, to bring about their own most base and corrupt ends, would before it be too late, consider better of the words of this good old Father, and do animate them on to take false Oaths against their Pastors, and other innocent Brothers, to bring about their own most base and corrupt ends, would before it be too late, Consider better of the words of this good old Father, cc vdb vvi pno32 a-acp pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po32 ng1, cc n-jn j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d av-ds j cc j n2, vmd p-acp pn31 vbb av j, vvb av-jc pp-f dt n2 pp-f d j j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
205 Lest they bring both the guilt and punishment of this so horrid a crime, upon their own wretched souls; Lest they bring both the guilt and punishment of this so horrid a crime, upon their own wretched Souls; cs pns32 vvb d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d av j dt n1, p-acp po32 d j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
206 which no pretence of Gods glory, or the Churches good, will ever be able to palliate or wipe off. which not pretence of God's glory, or the Churches good, will ever be able to palliate or wipe off. r-crq xx n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n2 j, vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
207 A word now or two beloved to you The Reverend Judges and Censors of the matters, A word now or two Beloved to you The Reverend Judges and Censors of the matters, dt n1 av cc crd vvn p-acp pn22 dt n-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
208 and but a word, for that to the wise is sufficient. You shall not follow a multitude to do evill; and but a word, for that to the wise is sufficient. You shall not follow a multitude to do evil; cc p-acp dt n1, c-acp cst p-acp dt j vbz j. pn22 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
209 neither shall you speak in a Cause to decline after many to wrest Judgment. neither shall you speak in a Cause to decline After many to wrest Judgement. dx vmb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
210 There are some (saith one) that being shallow themselves, do sail by anothers compass, There Are Some (Says one) that being shallow themselves, do sail by another's compass, pc-acp vbr d (vvz pi) cst vbg j px32, vdb vvi p-acp ng1-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
211 and side with the most, though not the best, to the prejudice of the truth, and the wresting of Judgment against the innocent. and side with the most, though not the best, to the prejudice of the truth, and the wresting of Judgement against the innocent. cc n1 p-acp dt ds, cs xx dt js, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
212 But I hope you are all so wel qualified, as you need not fear the danger that may follow upon such a want, such a sin. But I hope you Are all so well qualified, as you need not Fear the danger that may follow upon such a want, such a since. p-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vbr d av av vvn, c-acp pn22 vvb xx vvb dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1, d dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
213 I cannot, I need not tell you your office in every point, yet let me crave leave to remember you of your duty, in this one in my Text, viz. That you wrest not Judgement. I cannot, I need not tell you your office in every point, yet let me crave leave to Remember you of your duty, in this one in my Text, viz. That you wrest not Judgement. pns11 vmbx, pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 po22 n1 p-acp d n1, av vvb pno11 vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f po22 n1, p-acp d pi p-acp po11 n1, n1 cst pn22 vvb xx n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
214 Now Judgment is wrested many wayes; I shall instance but in some. First, When Judges proceed by wicked Lawes, repugnant to the Lawes of God; see Isaiah 10.1. The Judgment of such is vain; Now Judgement is wrested many ways; I shall instance but in Some. First, When Judges proceed by wicked Laws, repugnant to the Laws of God; see Isaiah 10.1. The Judgement of such is vain; av n1 vbz vvn d n2; pns11 vmb n1 cc-acp p-acp d. ord, c-crq n2 vvb p-acp j n2, j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; vvb np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f d vbz j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 14
215 omnium Legum est inanis censura, nisi Divinae legis imaginem gerat, saith St. Aug. lib. 9. de Civit. Dei. Judges by their offices are the Ministers of God, Custodesque Decalogi, and the Keepers of his Law, Dent. 1.17. and therefore according to that, and not contrary unto it, they ought to proceed. omnium Legume est inanis Censure, nisi Divinae Legis imaginem gerat, Says Saint Aug. lib. 9. de Civit Dei. Judges by their Offices Are the Ministers of God, Custodesque Decalogue, and the Keepers of his Law, Dent. 1.17. and Therefore according to that, and not contrary unto it, they ought to proceed. fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-es, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz n1 np1 n1. crd fw-fr np1 fw-la. n2 p-acp po32 n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, fw-fr np1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, fw-la. crd. cc av vvg p-acp d, cc xx j-jn p-acp pn31, pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 14
216 Secondly, Judgment is wrested by a corrupt NONLATINALPHABET, respect of Persons, when (as the Hebrews say) Judges look upon a mans face (i) regard the person of a man, Secondly, Judgement is wrested by a corrupt, respect of Persons, when (as the Hebrews say) Judges look upon a men face (i) regard the person of a man, ord, n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j, n1 pp-f n2, c-crq (c-acp dt njp2 vvb) n2 vvb p-acp dt ng1 n1 (uh) vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
217 for his honour, power, riches, friendship and the like, more than the cause; for his honour, power, riches, friendship and the like, more than the cause; p-acp po31 n1, n1, n2, n1 cc dt j, av-dc cs dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
218 when they condemn the innocent to satisfie the desire of the malicious Accuser, either for fear, favour, when they condemn the innocent to satisfy the desire of the malicious Accuser, either for Fear, favour, c-crq pns32 vvb dt j-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av-d p-acp n1, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
219 or filthy lucre, or when they favour and acquit the guilty for the like sinister ends, at the request of some Agesilaus who wrote thus to the Judge, in behalf of his friend, or filthy lucre, or when they favour and acquit the guilty for the like sinister ends, At the request of Some Agesilaus who wrote thus to the Judge, in behalf of his friend, cc j n1, cc c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi dt j p-acp dt j j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1 r-crq vvd av p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
220 If this man be not guilty, pro Justitia, but if otherwise, proamicitia absolve. But this is a fearfull sin, If this man be not guilty, Pro Justitia, but if otherwise, proamicitia absolve. But this is a fearful since, cs d n1 vbb xx j, fw-la fw-la, p-acp cs av, n1 vvi. p-acp d vbz dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
221 though too common, beware of it, for the Judge of Heaven and Earth abhors it, and severely forbids it, Jam. 2.9. Deut. 1.17. though too Common, beware of it, for the Judge of Heaven and Earth abhors it, and severely forbids it, Jam. 2.9. Deuteronomy 1.17. cs av j, vvb pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz pn31, cc av-j vvz pn31, np1 crd. np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
222 Ye shall not respect persons in judgment, but ye shall hear the small as well as the great, you shall not be afraid of the face of man, You shall not respect Persons in judgement, but you shall hear the small as well as the great, you shall not be afraid of the face of man, pn22 vmb xx vvi n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt j c-acp av c-acp dt j, pn22 vmb xx vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
223 for the judgment is Gods. Consider beloved, that Judges, they repres•nt the person of God, & therefore like God, they should be free from passion & personal acceptation. for the judgement is God's Consider Beloved, that Judges, they repres•nt the person of God, & Therefore like God, they should be free from passion & personal acceptation. p-acp dt n1 vbz n2 vvb vvn, cst n2, pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av av-j np1, pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp n1 cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
224 Lastly, many wrest Judgment by tricks and quillits, shifts, demurs, and delayes, for bribes or the like base ends. Lastly, many wrest Judgement by tricks and quillits, shifts, demurs, and delays, for Bribes or the like base ends. ord, d n1 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, n2, n2, cc n2, c-acp n2 cc dt j j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
225 A gift saith Salomon blindeth the eyes of the wise. A gift Says Solomon blinds the eyes of the wise. dt n1 vvz np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
226 Such as will not see to do justice, it is just they should never see to find mercy. Such as will not see to do Justice, it is just they should never see to find mercy. d c-acp vmb xx vvi pc-acp vdi n1, pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd av-x vvi pc-acp vvi n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
227 Justice in ancient time was painted without Eyes and Hands; justice in ancient time was painted without Eyes and Hands; n1 p-acp j n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2 cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
228 sure it was, to put Judges in minde, neither to respect persons, nor to finger bribes. O beloved! sure it was, to put Judges in mind, neither to respect Persons, nor to finger Bribes. Oh Beloved! j pn31 vbds, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, av-dx pc-acp vvi n2, ccx pc-acp vvi n2. uh vvn! (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
229 Let us keep innocency and do the thing that is right, for that shall bring a man peace at the last; Let us keep innocency and do the thing that is right, for that shall bring a man peace At the last; vvb pno12 vvi n1 cc vdb dt n1 cst vbz j-jn, c-acp d vmb vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp dt ord; (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 14
230 when all the power, and friends, and means of this world (had a man them all at command) shall stand him in no stead. when all the power, and Friends, and means of this world (had a man them all At command) shall stand him in no stead. c-crq d dt n1, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f d n1 (vhn dt n1 pno32 d p-acp n1) vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dx n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
231 I shall now advise you, but in two or three things more, and then have done that you may begin. I shall now Advice you, but in two or three things more, and then have done that you may begin. pns11 vmb av vvi pn22, cc-acp p-acp crd cc crd n2 av-dc, cc av vhb vdn d pn22 vmb vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 15
232 First, meddle not with the Oath ex officio; because it hath been both in the High Commission, First, meddle not with the Oath ex Officio; Because it hath been both in the High Commission, ord, vvb xx p-acp dt n1 fw-la fw-la; p-acp pn31 vhz vbn av-d p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 15
233 and hellish Inquisition, the impulsive cause of much desperate perjury. and hellish Inquisition, the impulsive cause of much desperate perjury. cc j n1, dt j n1 pp-f d j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 15
234 Neither is it (as I conceive) according to Law, that a man should be forced to swear against, or accuse and condemn himself. Neither is it (as I conceive) according to Law, that a man should be forced to swear against, or accuse and condemn himself. av-d vbz pn31 (c-acp pns11 vvb) vvg p-acp n1, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi cc vvi px31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 15
235 Secondly, be not too Rigid, or inquisitive after secret or doubtfull things, beware of censuring such; Secondly, be not too Rigid, or inquisitive After secret or doubtful things, beware of censuring such; ord, vbb xx av j, cc j p-acp j-jn cc j n2, vvb pp-f vvg d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
236 Hear what Christ himself saith in such a case, Judge not, Matth. 7.1. Judge nothing saith the Apostle (also) before the time, 1 Cor. 4.5. Hear what christ himself Says in such a case, Judge not, Matthew 7.1. Judge nothing Says the Apostle (also) before the time, 1 Cor. 4.5. vvb r-crq np1 px31 vvz p-acp d dt n1, vvb xx, np1 crd. n1 pix vvz dt n1 (av) p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
237 And you know it is a Rule, De occultis, non judicat Ecclesia; for secret things belong not unto man, but onely unto God, Dent. 29.29. And you know it is a Rule, De occultis, non judicat Ecclesia; for secret things belong not unto man, but only unto God, Dent. 29.29. cc pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1, fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1; p-acp j-jn n2 vvb xx p-acp n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp np1, fw-la. crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
238 Neither let light suspicions, or bare informations onely, be any sufficient grounds for your proceedings in Judgement. Neither let Light suspicions, or bore informations only, be any sufficient grounds for your proceedings in Judgement. av-d vvb j n2, cc j n2 av-j, vbb d j n2 p-acp po22 n2-vvg p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
239 But cenfure secundum allegata, & probata, unless you your selves know for certain, that what is alleged, and sworn, is false; But cenfure secundum allegata, & Approved, unless you your selves know for certain, that what is alleged, and sworn, is false; p-acp j fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la, cs pn22 po22 n2 vvb p-acp j, cst r-crq vbz vvn, cc vvn, vbz j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
240 And then it were more safe to cesert your places, than to pass sentence against your consciences. And then it were more safe to cesert your places, than to pass sentence against your Consciences. cc cs pn31 vbdr av-dc j pc-acp vvi po22 n2, cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
241 And now let me be bold to make one motion in behalf of our Spirituall brethren, who perhaps have been overtaken by some temptation, or are fallen through infirmity; And now let me be bold to make one motion in behalf of our Spiritual brothers, who perhaps have been overtaken by Some temptation, or Are fallen through infirmity; cc av vvb pno11 vbi j pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po12 j n2, r-crq av vhb vbn vvn p-acp d n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
242 at which their spitefull prosecutors, or persecutors rather, do greedily take advantage to aggravate them even to enormities for the accomplishment of their own vile ends. It is this; At which their spiteful prosecutors, or persecutors rather, do greedily take advantage to aggravate them even to enormities for the accomplishment of their own vile ends. It is this; p-acp r-crq po32 j n2, cc n2 av-c, vdb av-j vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d j n2. pn31 vbz d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
243 That you would be pleased to tender their persons and callings; That you would be pleased to tender their Persons and callings; cst pn22 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
244 and to deal with them according to the Apostles rule in such a case, Gal. 6.1. and to deal with them according to the Apostles Rule in such a case, Gal. 6.1. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 vvg p-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
245 Even to restore such with the Spirit of meekness, considering your selves, least ye be also tempted. Even to restore such with the Spirit of meekness, considering your selves, lest you be also tempted. j pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg po22 n2, cs pn22 vbb av vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
246 Or let the charge against them be what it will, yet receive it not, under the precise number of three, Or let the charge against them be what it will, yet receive it not, under the precise number of three, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, av vvb pn31 xx, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f crd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
247 or two competent witnesses at the least, 1 Tim. 5.19. or two competent Witnesses At the least, 1 Tim. 5.19. cc crd j n2 p-acp dt ds, vvn np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
248 For it is a dangerous thing to receive, as well as to raise a false accusation, For it is a dangerous thing to receive, as well as to raise a false accusation, p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
249 or an accusation falsly, As the first words of my text import. But if the parties accused be such as are incorrigible, and hate to be reformed, or an accusation falsely, As the First words of my text import. But if the parties accused be such as Are incorrigible, and hate to be reformed, cc dt n1 av-j, c-acp dt ord n2 pp-f po11 n1 n1. cc-acp cs dt n2 vvn vbi d c-acp vbr j, cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
250 then (I conceive) they have lost their right to the preaching of the word of God, Psal. 50.16, &c. and are become insufferable evils, then (I conceive) they have lost their right to the preaching of the word of God, Psalm 50.16, etc. and Are become insufferable evils, av (pns11 vvb) pns32 vhb vvn po32 n-jn p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd, av cc vbr vvn j n2-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
251 for whom no good man can dare to plead, Against such Currat Lex, ne pereat grex, let the Law proceed, for whom no good man can Dare to plead, Against such Currat Lex, ne pereat grex, let the Law proceed, p-acp ro-crq dx j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, p-acp d fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvb dt n1 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
252 least in sparing the bad, ye should endanger the precious souls of the people of God. lest in sparing the bad, you should endanger the precious Souls of the people of God. cs p-acp vvg dt j, pn22 vmd vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
253 Lastly, yet, because in the exercise of mercy we come neerest unto God; Nay, because the very Law it self of God is charity; Lastly, yet, Because in the exercise of mercy we come nearest unto God; Nay, Because the very Law it self of God is charity; ord, av, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vvb av-j p-acp np1; uh-x, c-acp dt j n1 pn31 n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
254 In your Judgements therefore, let me remember you to think on Mercy. Not to Judge secundum leteram, according to the bare letter, and rigour of the Law, In your Judgments Therefore, let me Remember you to think on Mercy. Not to Judge secundum leteram, according to the bore Letter, and rigour of the Law, p-acp po22 n2 av, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. xx pc-acp vvi fw-la n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
255 for so, summum jus estsumma injuria, but secundum NONLATINALPHABET, the equity of the Law, the principall end and aim, both of the Law, and Law-giver himself. for so, summum jus estsumma injuria, but secundum, the equity of the Law, the principal end and aim, both of the Law, and Lawgiver himself. c-acp av, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j-jn n1 cc n1, d pp-f dt n1, cc n1 px31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
256 Laws saith Ʋlpranu, were invented and ordained, not for the destruction of men, so much as for the reformation of their offences. Laws Says Ʋlpranu, were invented and ordained, not for the destruction of men, so much as for the Reformation of their offences. np1 vvz fw-la, vbdr vvn cc vvn, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
257 Beloved, I desire not, but that ye should be zealous for the Lord in correcting sin, beloved, I desire not, but that you should be zealous for the Lord in correcting since, j-vvn, pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp cst pn22 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
258 yea, that your zeal may be even exemplar, and as transcendently glorious as Jehu's, 2 Reg. 10.16. yet withall forget not to be mercifull; yea, that your zeal may be even exemplar, and as transcendently glorious as Jehu's, 2 Reg. 10.16. yet withal forget not to be merciful; uh, cst po22 n1 vmb vbi av n1, cc c-acp av-j j c-acp npg1, crd np1 crd. av av vvb xx pc-acp vbi j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
259 David sang of both, and I hope you will now exercise both; David sang of both, and I hope you will now exercise both; np1 vvd pp-f d, cc pns11 vvb pn22 vmb av vvi d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
260 It is lafer erring on the right hand than the left, (you know my meaning) to exceed in mercy, It is lafer erring on the right hand than the left, (you know my meaning) to exceed in mercy, pn31 vbz jc j-vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 cs dt j, (pn22 vvb po11 n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
261 than severity, But howsoever, be sure to beware of cruelty, and think of Saint James his words, than severity, But howsoever, be sure to beware of cruelty, and think of Saint James his words, cs n1, cc-acp c-acp, vbb j pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, cc vvb pp-f n1 np1 po31 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
262 when you are a Judging, Jam. 2.13. The unmercifull shall have Judgment without mercy. when you Are a Judging, Jam. 2.13. The unmerciful shall have Judgement without mercy. c-crq pn22 vbr dt n-vvg, np1 crd. dt j vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
263 But withall again forget not my Text, That you decline not after many to wrest Judgment. But withal again forget not my Text, That you decline not After many to wrest Judgement. p-acp av av vvb xx po11 n1, cst pn22 vvb xx p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 16
264 The Supream Judge of all, from whose Triburall can be none appeal, his Caveat is the Judges in Israel, shall be the clesare of my charge to you all, in 2 Chro. 19.6. Take heed what ye do, for yee Judge not for man, but for the Lord, who is with you in the Judgement; The Supreme Judge of all, from whose Triburall can be none appeal, his Caveat is the Judges in Israel, shall be the clesare of my charge to you all, in 2 Chro 19.6. Take heed what you do, for ye Judge not for man, but for the Lord, who is with you in the Judgement; dt j n1 pp-f d, p-acp rg-crq j vmb vbi pix vvb, po31 n1 vbz dt n2 p-acp np1, vmb vbi dt vvb pp-f po11 n1 p-acp pn22 d, p-acp crd np1 crd. vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vdb, c-acp pn22 vvb xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 16
265 which that you may to his Glory, his Churches good, and the safety of your own soules, the Lord for his mercies sake grant. which that you may to his Glory, his Churches good, and the safety of your own Souls, the Lord for his Mercies sake grant. r-crq d pn22 vmb p-acp po31 n1, po31 n2 j, cc dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2, dt n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1 vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 16
266 To whom be ad honour and glory world without end. Amen. FINIS. To whom be ad honour and glory world without end. Amen. FINIS. p-acp ro-crq vbb fw-la n1 cc n1 n1 p-acp n1. uh-n. fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 16

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24 0 Novum Test. in vet. fuit velarum, v•t. in Novo est Revelarum Basil. Mag. Novum Test. in vet. fuit velarum, v•t. in Novo est Revelarum Basil. Mag. np1 np1 p-acp zz. fw-la fw-la, fw-la. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 np1
42 0 Psa. 52.2. Psa. 52.2. np1 crd.
42 1 Aristot. Aristotle np1
115 0 Amesius. If the equity of this law were observed, Ministers and others should not be so molested, nor Magistrats so abused with false and unnecessary complaints as now they are. Ames. If the equity of this law were observed, Ministers and Others should not be so molested, nor Magistrates so abused with false and unnecessary complaints as now they Are. np1. cs dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbdr vvn, n2 cc n2-jn vmd xx vbi av vvn, ccx n2 av vvn p-acp j cc j n2 c-acp av pns32 vbr.
147 0 Let such swearers and accusers note this. Let such swearers and accusers note this. vvb d n2 cc n2 vvb d.
148 0 Quacunque a te vero•rum quis juret, Deus tamen qui • … nscientiae •estis est, • … a hoc accipit, sicut i•le cui juratur intell• … it, Quacunque a te vero•rum quis juret, Deus tamen qui • … nscientiae •estis est, • … a hoc accipit, sicut i•le cui juratur intell• … it, fw-la dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la • … fw-la fw-la fw-la, • … dt fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 … pn31,
152 0 Isidor. de Summa bono, lib. 1. Isidore. de Summa Bono, lib. 1. np1. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, n1. crd
210 0 Ignoratia Judi is plestantq est cala nitas innocentis. Aug de Ci. Dei. lib. 29. Ignorance Jude is plestantq est cala nitas innocentis. Aug de Ci. Dei. lib. 29. np1 np1 vbz fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-fr np1 fw-la. n1. crd
235 0 Hoc loco nihil aliud Praecipi existimo, nisi ut ea facta quae dubium est quo animo siant. in meliorem partem interpretemur. Aug. in fer in maout. Moat. 7. Hoc loco nihil Aliud Praecipi existimo, nisi ut ea facta Quae Dubium est quo animo siant. in meliorem partem interpretemur. Aug. in fer in maout. Moat. 7. fw-la fw-la fw-la vvn fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp fw-fr p-acp j. np1. crd
244 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
254 0 Lex Dei Charitas est. Aug. in lib. de spirit• 〈 … 〉 Aug. ae vec. Reli. Lex Dei Charitas est. Aug. in lib. de spirit• 〈 … 〉 Aug. ae vec. Reli fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp n1. fw-fr n1 〈 … 〉 np1 fw-la fw-fr. np1
260 0 Nullum emnip tenti Deotale est sacripicial: quale est zelus animarum Greg. in Ezex Ho 12. Nullum emnip tenti Deotale est sacripicial: quale est Zeal animarum Greg. in Ezex Ho 12. fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la j: vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 p-acp vvb uh crd