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THE Magistrate's DUTY, In a SERMON, &c. Romans 13.3. the former part of the Verse. For Rulers are not a terrour to good works but to the evil, —
THE Magistrate's DUTY, In a SERMON, etc. Romans 13.3. the former part of the Verse. For Rulers Are not a terror to good works but to the evil, —
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IT is well said by the Heathen Oratour, That neither House, nor City, nor Nation, nor Mankind, nor Nature, nor the World can subsist without Empire and Government;
IT is well said by the Heathen Orator, That neither House, nor city, nor nation, nor Mankind, nor Nature, nor the World can subsist without Empire and Government;
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all would return to its Primitive disorder and confusion;
all would return to its Primitive disorder and confusion;
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a Kingdom would not be Populus, sed Turba, not a Company but a Rout, the stronger would prey upon the weak,
a Kingdom would not be Populus, sed Turba, not a Company but a Rout, the Stronger would prey upon the weak,
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and a Cause would be good because it had force to maintain it.
and a Cause would be good Because it had force to maintain it.
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He therefore, that made all (the Universe) thought it necessary to preserve it by Order, which cannot be without Subordination,
He Therefore, that made all (the Universe) Thought it necessary to preserve it by Order, which cannot be without Subordination,
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and a Power for some to Guide, Direct, and (if there be occasion) to constrain the rest.
and a Power for Some to Guide, Direct, and (if there be occasion) to constrain the rest.
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He hath Substitutes, Delegates, that share in his Dominion, to see that what is amiss be rectified, what is irregular be corrected:
He hath Substitutes, Delegates, that share in his Dominion, to see that what is amiss be rectified, what is irregular be corrected:
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These are to take care that all be kept in a good Decorum, that Society and mutual Correspondence be encouraged and supported,
These Are to take care that all be kept in a good Decorum, that Society and mutual Correspondence be encouraged and supported,
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and that what would unhinge and undermine the whole be removed and supprest; these are God's Officers, Deputies, and Vicegerents;
and that what would unhinge and undermine the Whole be removed and suppressed; these Are God's Officers, Deputies, and Vicegerents;
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his representatives they are, and as they must do nothing unworthy of him, so they must have such deference and respect,
his representatives they Are, and as they must do nothing unworthy of him, so they must have such deference and respect,
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as becomes those that are in his stead.
as becomes those that Are in his stead.
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If we look at their Original, whence they derive their Power, we cannot but yield subjection, since it is from God;
If we look At their Original, whence they derive their Power, we cannot but yield subjection, since it is from God;
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hence they are stiled Gods, that is, by Analogy and Participation;
hence they Are styled God's, that is, by Analogy and Participation;
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and this is the Argument in the two preceeding Verses, it is dangerous to oppose God,
and this is the Argument in the two preceding Verses, it is dangerous to oppose God,
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or not to acknowledge those, to whom he hath given Commission. In my Text Obedience is urg'd from the use, end and benefit of Authority;
or not to acknowledge those, to whom he hath given Commission. In my Text obedience is urged from the use, end and benefit of authority;
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It is for the good of those that are enjoyn'd to be subject. When 'tis said, That Rulers are not a terrour to good works;
It is for the good of those that Are enjoined to be Subject. When it's said, That Rulers Are not a terror to good works;
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it shews what they ought to be, what is their Duty, that mens welfare was God's design in the Institution;
it shows what they ought to be, what is their Duty, that men's welfare was God's Design in the Institution;
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as Governours, and so long as they keep their station, they are so. It intimates too what usually they are;
as Governors, and so long as they keep their station, they Are so. It intimates too what usually they Are;
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they convey no little advantage to the Members of the Bodies whereof they are Heads; it manifests likewise, that all Rulers in some respect are very advantagious to the Governed;
they convey no little advantage to the Members of the Bodies whereof they Are Heads; it manifests likewise, that all Rulers in Some respect Are very advantageous to the Governed;
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It is still better then that all were left to their liberty, and permitted to follow their boundless appetites, and extravagant humours, and imaginations:
It is still better then that all were left to their liberty, and permitted to follow their boundless appetites, and extravagant humours, and Imaginations:
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'Tis more expedient that few, then that all things, be lawful;
It's more expedient that few, then that all things, be lawful;
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tho' the Showers often do harm, especially to particular persons, yet the general good, that comes from their Influence, makes them absolutely necessary.
though the Showers often do harm, especially to particular Persons, yet the general good, that comes from their Influence, makes them absolutely necessary.
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Before I go farther, I will a little more examine the importance of the Words. 1. First, Who are meant by Rulers;
Before I go farther, I will a little more examine the importance of the Words. 1. First, Who Are meant by Rulers;
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It is put for all, that are intrusted with the making and execution of Laws, whether Supreme, or Subordinate;
It is put for all, that Are Entrusted with the making and execution of Laws, whither Supreme, or Subordinate;
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and in the Scripture frequently stands in contradistinction to people;
and in the Scripture frequently Stands in contradistinction to people;
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The great Council the Sanhedrin consisting of seventy, and the lesser advancing no higher then twenty three are sometimes noted by it:
The great Council the Sanhedrin consisting of seventy, and the lesser advancing no higher then twenty three Are sometime noted by it:
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Whether the Soveraignty be seated in one or more, for substance it is the same, under a different form;
Whither the Sovereignty be seated in one or more, for substance it is the same, under a different from;
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the Titles are variable, but the thing is essentially alike in all.
the Titles Are variable, but the thing is essentially alike in all.
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With us we must understand the King NONLATINALPHABET, as the Higher and Supereminent Power, and all, that bear Office under him.
With us we must understand the King, as the Higher and Supereminent Power, and all, that bear Office under him.
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They are Authorized by him, act in higher or lower Spheres, in a larger or narrower compass, as it pleaseth him;
They Are Authorized by him, act in higher or lower Spheres, in a larger or narrower compass, as it Pleases him;
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They are as Slips and Branches derived from Him; they are to do all for Him, and in Him;
They Are as Slips and Branches derived from Him; they Are to do all for Him, and in Him;
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they can do nothing without Him, and it is their Duty to do nothing against Him;
they can do nothing without Him, and it is their Duty to do nothing against Him;
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they proceed in His name, and when they execute His just Commands, to disobey them is to affront Him, whose Ministers they are.
they proceed in His name, and when they execute His just Commands, to disobey them is to affront Him, whose Ministers they Are.
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When Moses called the seventy to be Assistants to him, as God had appointed him,
When Moses called the seventy to be Assistants to him, as God had appointed him,
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and to that end did qualifie them, as we have it Numb. 11.16, 17. He saith not that he will take of his own Spirit,
and to that end did qualify them, as we have it Numb. 11.16, 17. He Says not that he will take of his own Spirit,
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tho' that which he took, was the Spirit of God,;
though that which he took, was the Spirit of God,;
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but he is pleased to call that the Spirit of Moses, which he gave the seventy, giving us hereby to understand, that they were alwayes to be reputed a part of Moses, so that he did hear,
but he is pleased to call that the Spirit of Moses, which he gave the seventy, giving us hereby to understand, that they were always to be reputed a part of Moses, so that he did hear,
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and see, and reward by them: This hints to inferiour Magistrates, that they should be faithful and true to their Prince,
and see, and reward by them: This hints to inferior Magistrates, that they should be faithful and true to their Prince,
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and do every thing to promote his Interest, Honour, and Profit: None will enable another to harm and prejudice him.
and do every thing to promote his Interest, Honour, and Profit: None will enable Another to harm and prejudice him.
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2. Secondly, let us examine what good, and evil Works import. Here the Effect is put for the Cause, the works for the Workers of them;
2. Secondly, let us examine what good, and evil Works import. Here the Effect is put for the Cause, the works for the Workers of them;
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for the Works themselves are not capable of such impressions:
for the Works themselves Are not capable of such impressions:
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Now Good Works, (to which evil are contrary) are what are enjoyned by God, agreeable to right Reason, the dictates of Nature, have the common consent of Civilized Nations,
Now Good Works, (to which evil Are contrary) Are what Are enjoined by God, agreeable to right Reason, the dictates of Nature, have the Common consent of Civilized nations,
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and are profitable to Church and State;
and Are profitable to Church and State;
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the wholesome Laws and good Constitutions, the approved Ordinances of any Kingdom, City, or Corporation are herein comprhended;
the wholesome Laws and good Constitutions, the approved Ordinances of any Kingdom, city, or Corporation Are herein comprhended;
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All vertues and excellent practices, as Justice, Temperance, Chastity, Charity, Peace, are intended by it; Omnia recta, utilia, & conjuncta cum Legibus, as Tully specifies them, are included:
All Virtues and excellent practices, as justice, Temperance, Chastity, Charity, Peace, Are intended by it; Omnia Recta, Useful, & Conjuncta cum Legibus, as Tully Specifies them, Are included:
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As far as mens Duties to God and man concern the publick tranquility and settlement, they are cognoscible by the Magistrate;
As Far as men's Duties to God and man concern the public tranquillity and settlement, they Are cognoscible by the Magistrate;
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what is pious and sober, what is orderly and laudable is to be upheld and countenanced by those that are in Authority:
what is pious and Sobrium, what is orderly and laudable is to be upheld and countenanced by those that Are in authority:
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what is prophane, and unmanly, unjust, unnatural, unmerciful is to be punished and restrained. From this by the way take an Inference or two;
what is profane, and unmanly, unjust, unnatural, unmerciful is to be punished and restrained. From this by the Way take an Inference or two;
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1. First, That it is the Works more then the Persons, that the Rulers are to take notice of;
1. First, That it is the Works more then the Persons, that the Rulers Are to take notice of;
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neither the greatest nor the least are to be spared, when Criminals;
neither the greatest nor the least Are to be spared, when Criminals;
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Thou shalt not (as Levit. 19.15.) respect the person of the poor, nor honour the person of the mighty, Thou shalt not (as Levit. 19.15.) respect the person of the poor, nor honour the person of the mighty,
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but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour. In Deut. 1.17.but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour. In Deuteronomy 1.17.
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it is, Ye shall not respect persons in Judgement, but ye shall hear the small as well as the great, ye shall not be afraid of the face of man, for the Judgement is Gods:
it is, 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, for the Judgement is God's:
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A Person if guilty and obnoxious, is not to be spared, because he is a Relation, a Friend,
A Person if guilty and obnoxious, is not to be spared, Because he is a Relation, a Friend,
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or Benefactor, or in an high or low condition;
or Benefactor, or in an high or low condition;
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and if he be deserving and well qualified, he is to have suitable encouragement, and recompense,
and if he be deserving and well qualified, he is to have suitable encouragement, and recompense,
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tho' he be a Stranger, no Friend, Kinsman, or Patron:
though he be a Stranger, no Friend, Kinsman, or Patron:
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It is the Cause and Merits • that they are to be guided by in their Sentences, Decrees,
It is the Cause and Merits • that they Are to be guided by in their Sentences, Decrees,
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and Rewards, they are to deal Impartially and indifferently in all their Inquiries, Examination, and Counsels;
and Rewards, they Are to deal Impartially and indifferently in all their Inquiries, Examination, and Counsels;
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It was not the greatness and quality of the Offenders, that could dishearten Phineas or Nehemias from using sharpness and severity towards them.
It was not the greatness and quality of the Offenders, that could dishearten Phinehas or Nehemiah from using sharpness and severity towards them.
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2. A second Inference from this manner of speaking is,
2. A second Inference from this manner of speaking is,
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That Power is abused, when what is lawful is prohibited, or what is unwarrantable is imposed.
That Power is abused, when what is lawful is prohibited, or what is unwarrantable is imposed.
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It is a saying of Tertul. that Legis injustae honos nullus est, No Reverence is payable to what is Illegal;
It is a saying of Tertulian that Legis injustae honos nullus est, No reverence is payable to what is Illegal;
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Here the highest Power doth interpose; they are injurious to none, that prefer God before all:
Here the highest Power does interpose; they Are injurious to none, that prefer God before all:
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None have warrant to punish any thing but what is evil in it self, or by its Circumstances;
None have warrant to Punish any thing but what is evil in it self, or by its circumstances;
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the Time, the Place, the Means may spoil an Action, otherwise very commendable; and so the best Matter, because not well done, may deserve chastisement, and reproof;
the Time, the Place, the Means may spoil an Actium, otherwise very commendable; and so the best Matter, Because not well done, may deserve chastisement, and reproof;
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the Almsgiving, the Praying, the Fasting of the Pharisees are greatly censured by our Lord. However, It is bad Deeds that are to be proceeded against;
the Almsgiving, the Praying, the Fasting of the Pharisees Are greatly censured by our Lord. However, It is bad deeds that Are to be proceeded against;
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he that thro' Flattery, or Covetousness, or Revenge, hath regard only to himself, or to some of his Companions or Allies, without equal Justice to all, according to the Laws of God, Nature, his Conscience and Countrey, that pusheth on forcibly to overthrow anothers Liberty and Property, is cruel, and Tyrannical;
he that through Flattery, or Covetousness, or Revenge, hath regard only to himself, or to Some of his Sodales or Allies, without equal justice to all, according to the Laws of God, Nature, his Conscience and Country, that pusheth on forcibly to overthrow another's Liberty and Property, is cruel, and Tyrannical;
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for in so doing, he ceaseth to act in the Capacity of a Publick Person, and takes to him the Affections incident to a private Man,
for in so doing, he ceases to act in the Capacity of a Public Person, and Takes to him the Affections incident to a private Man,
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and exceeds the limits of his calling, and is a very naughty man.
and exceeds the Limits of his calling, and is a very naughty man.
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3. Thirdly, Let us see what it is for Rulers to be a terrour to evil Works, that is, to Evil-doers.
3. Thirdly, Let us see what it is for Rulers to be a terror to evil Works, that is, to Evildoers.
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It is so to strike aw into them, that they may not dare to transgress, by Threatnings, Pecuniary-mulcts, Fines, Imprisonment,
It is so to strike awe into them, that they may not Dare to transgress, by Threatenings, Pecuniary-mulcts, Fines, Imprisonment,
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and other ways and methods of Correction, to deter them from, or to punish them for, the commission of Evil.
and other ways and methods of Correction, to deter them from, or to Punish them for, the commission of Evil.
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Tho' a Ruler cannot alter their Dispositions, make them good, cure their impetuous inclinations, yet he may obstruct their bringing them to light;
Though a Ruler cannot altar their Dispositions, make them good, cure their impetuous inclinations, yet he may obstruct their bringing them to Light;
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They are so affrighted that they will not publish them; their sawcy Impudence is kept in;
They Are so affrighted that they will not publish them; their saucy Impudence is kept in;
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their Mouths are muzled, their Tongues tyed, their Hands held, that they do not break out into filthy opprobrious language, into outrages, foul enormities, and villanies;
their Mouths Are muzzled, their Tongues tied, their Hands held, that they do not break out into filthy opprobrious language, into outrages, foul enormities, and villainies;
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they are as some wild Beasts in Chains preserved from doing mischief;
they Are as Some wild Beasts in Chains preserved from doing mischief;
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their lusts rage and Boyle within, but come not abroad for fear of the stroak of Justice.
their Lustiest rage and Boil within, but come not abroad for Fear of the stroke of justice.
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I shall, having made this way to the Words, offer thence this Proposition,
I shall, having made this Way to the Words, offer thence this Proposition,
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That it is the Duty of all, that have Authority, to hinder men from, and to punish them for, evil doing, Or,
That it is the Duty of all, that have authority, to hinder men from, and to Punish them for, evil doing, Or,
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Evil-doers are to be restrain'd and terrified by Magistrates.
Evildoers Are to be restrained and terrified by Magistrates.
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Tho this be equally applicable to Parents, Masters, Bishops, Generals, and other Superiors according to the extent of their Authority,
Though this be equally applicable to Parents, Masters, Bishops, Generals, and other Superiors according to the extent of their authority,
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yet I shall, setting aside Oeconomical, Ecclesiastical, and Military Governours, principally refer it to those that are Civil and political in opening the point before us.
yet I shall, setting aside Economical, Ecclesiastical, and Military Governors, principally refer it to those that Are Civil and political in opening the point before us.
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For the Explication whereof, I shall 1. Evidence, That it is the Duty of Magistrates to terrify and punish Evil-doers. 2. I shall inquire what Evil-doers in particular they are to punish and restrain, they are to be a terrour to.
For the Explication whereof, I shall 1. Evidence, That it is the Duty of Magistrates to terrify and Punish Evildoers. 2. I shall inquire what Evildoers in particular they Are to Punish and restrain, they Are to be a terror to.
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3. I shall direct how they must terrifie and punish Evil-doers. 4. I shall shew what Rules are to be observed, that they may terrifie Evil-doers. 5. And Lastly, I shall propound some perswasives to induce Magistrates to perform this Duty,
3. I shall Direct how they must terrify and Punish Evildoers. 4. I shall show what Rules Are to be observed, that they may terrify Evildoers. 5. And Lastly, I shall propound Some persuasive to induce Magistrates to perform this Duty,
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namely to be a terrour to Evil-doers; thence I shall pass on, and add some Inferences by way of Application.
namely to be a terror to Evildoers; thence I shall pass on, and add Some Inferences by Way of Application.
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1. First, I shall evidence, that it is the Duty of Magistrates to terrifie and punish Evil-doers.
1. First, I shall evidence, that it is the Duty of Magistrates to terrify and Punish Evildoers.
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This will be evident two wayes. 1. This is the great Concern of their Office and Place;
This will be evident two ways. 1. This is the great Concern of their Office and Place;
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they take vengeance in God's stead; it is their trust, they must not falsify it; they are not to bear the Sword in vain;
they take vengeance in God's stead; it is their trust, they must not falsify it; they Are not to bear the Sword in vain;
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the correction of Vice is the debt of Authority;
the correction of Vice is the debt of authority;
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the Charge of David upon the account of Shimei, after the Recital of his Crime, is, as in 1 Kings 2.9. Now therefore hold him not guiltless;
the Charge of David upon the account of Shimei, After the Recital of his Crime, is, as in 1 Kings 2.9. Now Therefore hold him not guiltless;
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for thou art a wise man, and knowest what thou oughtest to do to him, but his hoar head bring thou down to the grave with blood; for thou art a wise man, and Knowest what thou Ought to do to him, but his hoar head bring thou down to the grave with blood;
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It was but what he ought to do to such a Blasphemer and Reviler of Majesty.
It was but what he ought to do to such a Blasphemer and Reviler of Majesty.
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He in vain, as one saith here, owns a Deity in Heaven that is so rude to his Image on Earth.
He in vain, as one Says Here, owns a Deity in Heaven that is so rude to his Image on Earth.
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It is reported in Judg. 18.7. That the inhabitants in Laish liv'd in a dissolute careless manner, for there was no Magistrate in the Land to put them to shame in any thing;
It is reported in Judges 18.7. That the inhabitants in Laish lived in a dissolute careless manner, for there was no Magistrate in the Land to put them to shame in any thing;
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There was no Possessor, or Heir of restraint, or Master of Prohibition;
There was no Possessor, or Heir of restraint, or Master of Prohibition;
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according to the Hebrew; there was none that by Succession or Divine Election, laid claim to the Office, none that did make them asham'd of what was ill, or indecent:
according to the Hebrew; there was none that by Succession or Divine Election, laid claim to the Office, none that did make them ashamed of what was ill, or indecent:
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And to Restrain in the Holy Book is to Reign; so we use it 1 Sam. 9.17. where we read, That when Samuel saw Saul, the Lord said unto him, behold the man whom I spake to thee of, this same shall Reign over my People;
And to Restrain in the Holy Book is to Reign; so we use it 1 Sam. 9.17. where we read, That when Samuel saw Saul, the Lord said unto him, behold the man whom I spoke to thee of, this same shall Reign over my People;
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In the Original the word Signifies he shall restrain, in or among my People.
In the Original the word Signifies he shall restrain, in or among my People.
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The business then of a Ruler is to protect the vertuous, and to scare (even for their own good) the vicious from their Impieties.
The business then of a Ruler is to Pact the virtuous, and to scare (even for their own good) the vicious from their Impieties.
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The Idolatries, and other irreguralities of the Israelites are charged upon their Princes, which never had been done,
The Idolatries, and other irreguralities of the Israelites Are charged upon their Princes, which never had been done,
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if it had not been their duty, and that they had power to keep them from those courses.
if it had not been their duty, and that they had power to keep them from those courses.
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That is a worthy Question of one of the Ancients, Quis mentis sobrius dicat Regibus, non advos pertinet, quis in vestro Regno velit esse Religiosus, aut Sacrilegus? What man is in his wits, will tell Kings, that it is nothing to them, who within their Dominions be Religious,
That is a worthy Question of one of the Ancients, Quis mentis Sobrius dicat Regibus, non advos pertinet, quis in Vestro Regno velit esse Religious, Or Sacrilegious? What man is in his wits, will tell Kings, that it is nothing to them, who within their Dominions be Religious,
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or who Sacrilegious? All the ill things they might and ought to prevent, and do not, lie at their doors,or who Sacrilegious? All the ill things they might and ought to prevent, and do not, lie At their doors,
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thus they contract guilt, and have their other mens sins;
thus they contract guilt, and have their other men's Sins;
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They are Fathers of their Countrey, and reclaiming and reducing them that are erroneous and insolent, is but a product of their Paternal care;
They Are Father's of their Country, and reclaiming and reducing them that Are erroneous and insolent, is but a product of their Paternal care;
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because they love them, in such extremities they must use them hardly.
Because they love them, in such extremities they must use them hardly.
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Physicians of the Body Politique, as well as Natural, sometimes are constrain'd to make choice of Corrosives, and cut off Members;
Physicians of the Body Politique, as well as Natural, sometime Are constrained to make choice of Corrosives, and Cut off Members;
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it is their Prudence to begin betimes; a word may do that at first, which a Rod will not effect afterwards.
it is their Prudence to begin betimes; a word may do that At First, which a Rod will not Effect afterwards.
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By too great Clemency the number of bad men will be so great, that it will not be safe to go about to amend them;
By too great Clemency the number of bad men will be so great, that it will not be safe to go about to amend them;
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at least not a few will be wrackt in the Reformation; Contempt is the issue of too much Lenity. For,
At least not a few will be wracked in the Reformation; Contempt is the issue of too much Lenity. For,
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2. Secondly, This is the great support of their credit, and of the Reputation and Dignity of their Place:
2. Secondly, This is the great support of their credit, and of the Reputation and Dignity of their Place:
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They are God's Vice-Roys, to him vengeance belongs, and he hath intrusted them with the executing of it;
They Are God's Vice-Roys, to him vengeance belongs, and he hath Entrusted them with the executing of it;
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they make him as far as possible, the Author and Abettor of Crimes when they justifie the Wicked and condemn the Righteous;
they make him as Far as possible, the Author and Abettor of Crimes when they justify the Wicked and condemn the Righteous;
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when they suffer any to go on in their almost uncontroulable licentiousness, and destructive extravagancies:
when they suffer any to go on in their almost uncontrollable licentiousness, and destructive extravagancies:
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It was such Indulgence, a sparing those whom God had devoted to ruine, that lost Saul his Kingdom, and Ahab his life.
It was such Indulgence, a sparing those whom God had devoted to ruin, that lost Saul his Kingdom, and Ahab his life.
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What plainer token of Disobedience, then not to smite when he bids do it, then to favour those that he esteems the Pests and Fire-brands of the World? This is under his Authority, to violate his Laws, and to Patronize his Enemies:
What plainer token of Disobedience, then not to smite when he bids do it, then to favour those that he esteems the Pests and Firebrands of the World? This is under his authority, to violate his Laws, and to Patronise his Enemies:
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such negligence in Servants shall not go unpunished. Thus also all good men are disheartned; When as, Prov. 11.10. it goeth well with the righteous, the City rejoiceth, and when the wicked perish there is shouting; and Chap. 28.28. When the wicked rise men hide themselves, but when they perish the righteous increase.
such negligence in Servants shall not go unpunished. Thus also all good men Are disheartened; When as, Curae 11.10. it Goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish there is shouting; and Chap. 28.28. When the wicked rise men hide themselves, but when they perish the righteous increase.
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When Oppressions, Frauds, Slanders, and all beastly Vices have freedom, all modest, upright, orderly persons are afflicted and grieved, have no mind to shew themselves, their number, at least as to appearance, decreaseth;
When Oppressions, Frauds, Slanders, and all beastly Vices have freedom, all modest, upright, orderly Persons Are afflicted and grieved, have no mind to show themselves, their number, At least as to appearance, decreaseth;
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nay, more then this in the estimation of the ill men themselves, that are cherished, a Ruler falls much;
nay, more then this in the estimation of the ill men themselves, that Are cherished, a Ruler falls much;
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he is trampled upon, vilified, represented as base by them: They render him as odious and contemptible;
he is trampled upon, vilified, represented as base by them: They render him as odious and contemptible;
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he is despised in their eyes, taxed for ignorance, weakness, and insufficiency;
he is despised in their eyes, taxed for ignorance, weakness, and insufficiency;
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just as the too too cockering and tender Mother is slighted and reproached by the pamper'd Child;
just as the too too cockering and tender Mother is slighted and reproached by the pampered Child;
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so true is that of God utter'd (as in 1 Sam. 2.30.) when Eli had prefer'd his Sons before God, Them that honour me I will honour,
so true is that of God uttered (as in 1 Sam. 2.30.) when Eli had preferred his Sons before God, Them that honour me I will honour,
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and they that despise me shall be lightly esteemed. and they that despise me shall be lightly esteemed.
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Connivance, much more assistance, makes such notorious offenders judge a Magistrate a Partner, as a poor mean spirited man, that cannot,
Connivance, much more assistance, makes such notorious offenders judge a Magistrate a Partner, as a poor mean spirited man, that cannot,
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or will not, contradict them, as one altogether unfit for his Office. 2. Secondly, I shall enquire what Evil-doers in particular, Magistrates are to punish and restrain.
or will not, contradict them, as one altogether unfit for his Office. 2. Secondly, I shall inquire what Evildoers in particular, Magistrates Are to Punish and restrain.
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They are to be a Terrour to. 1. First, They are to be a terrour to prophaners of Holy things;
They Are to be a Terror to. 1. First, They Are to be a terror to profaners of Holy things;
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to those that neglect or contemn God's Worship, that give no honour to his day, to his Ordinances, to what is Sacred and nearly related to him.
to those that neglect or contemn God's Worship, that give no honour to his day, to his Ordinances, to what is Sacred and nearly related to him.
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The Ark, a Symbol of the Divine presence, had Davids serious thoughts, his primary care:
The Ark, a Symbol of the Divine presence, had Davids serious thoughts, his primary care:
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and repairing the Lords house, having the Law read and taught, making provision for the Levites and Priests was the Principal endeavour, of good Hezekiah and Josiah.
and repairing the lords house, having the Law read and taught, making provision for the Levites and Priests was the Principal endeavour, of good Hezekiah and Josiah.
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The Greek Father speaks of Jovian the Emperour, NONLATINALPHABET, It was Princely wisdom in him to defend the Truth,
The Greek Father speaks of Jovian the Emperor,, It was Princely Wisdom in him to defend the Truth,
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because the truth could best support him. Princes are never so readily obeyed, as when the People are Religiously disposed:Because the truth could best support him. Princes Are never so readily obeyed, as when the People Are Religiously disposed:
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and Magistrates that heed not the defence of God's Laws, do but teach the people how to undervalue theirs:
and Magistrates that heed not the defence of God's Laws, do but teach the people how to undervalue theirs:
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They must uphold their Church and their Crowns too, this belongs to them as Kings, that as Advocates of the Church, as a Father hath it.
They must uphold their Church and their Crowns too, this belongs to them as Kings, that as Advocates of the Church, as a Father hath it.
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Even the Kings of Persia and Babylon decreed, that the Temple should be re-edified, and the God of the three Children,
Even the Kings of Persiam and Babylon decreed, that the Temple should be reedified, and the God of the three Children,
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and Daniel, Worshipped, for which they were more celebrated, then for any other Enterprize. This made Constantine and Theodosius great, more then any other thing;
and daniel, Worshipped, for which they were more celebrated, then for any other Enterprise. This made Constantine and Theodosius great, more then any other thing;
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And the Act of the King of Nineveh, when destruction was threatned, makes him famous. 2. Secondly, To Blasphemers;
And the Act of the King of Nineveh, when destruction was threatened, makes him famous. 2. Secondly, To Blasphemers;
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to those, that defie heaven by horrid Oaths, and imprecations; that without any temptation often dishonour God.
to those, that defy heaven by horrid Oaths, and imprecations; that without any temptation often dishonour God.
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The Heathens would suffer none to revile their Gods. None of us willingly, would permit a reverend Friend to be exposed after this rate, to have his name forc't into what is absurd, frivolous,
The heathens would suffer none to revile their God's None of us willingly, would permit a reverend Friend to be exposed After this rate, to have his name forced into what is absurd, frivolous,
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and false, to be mentioned vainly & lightly, to be solemnly brought to attest an untruth.
and false, to be mentioned vainly & lightly, to be solemnly brought to attest an untruth.
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We ought not to trifle thus with the name of an Earthly King, and then not with his, who is the King of Kings;
We ought not to trifle thus with the name of an Earthly King, and then not with his, who is the King of Kings;
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to acknowledge God, and yet thus to disgrace him, in some sense is worse then to deny him:
to acknowledge God, and yet thus to disgrace him, in Some sense is Worse then to deny him:
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It is to presume, that he is not, what we confess him to be, Omnipotent, and Omniscient.
It is to presume, that he is not, what we confess him to be, Omnipotent, and Omniscient.
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It is a very high provocation, and calls for Vengeance: Because of Oaths, the Land mourns, as Jer. 23.10. Is in black, as the word implies:
It is a very high provocation, and calls for Vengeance: Because of Oaths, the Land mourns, as Jer. 23.10. Is in black, as the word Implies:
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Perjury, which is the addition of an Oath to a Lye, is a great indignity, and shall be followed with sore tho' sometimes slow, punishment;
Perjury, which is the addition of an Oath to a Lie, is a great indignity, and shall be followed with soar though sometime slow, punishment;
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and a rash, extrajudicial usage of the Divine name, is as hurtful as fruitless. 3. Thirdly, they are to be a terrour to turbulent persons, and contemners of Authority;
and a rash, extrajudicial usage of the Divine name, is as hurtful as fruitless. 3. Thirdly, they Are to be a terror to turbulent Persons, and contemners of authority;
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these are those, that libel and bespatter a Prince, that wound his Reputation, which is the way to weaken his Government, and invalidate his Laws;
these Are those, that libel and bespatter a Prince, that wound his Reputation, which is the Way to weaken his Government, and invalidate his Laws;
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Inviso semel Principe, seu benè seu malèfacta premunt, saith that ingenious Historian Tacitus; when the King is once made contemptible, Inviso semel Principe, seu benè seu malèfacta premunt, Says that ingenious Historian Tacitus; when the King is once made contemptible,
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then things whether done or manag'd well or ill, are uneasie. These as St. Peters Character is in 2 Ep. 2.10. are not afraid to speak evil of Dignities, NONLATINALPHABET, They tremble not when they blaspheme Dignities, Governours in Church and State.then things whither done or managed well or ill, Are uneasy. These as Saint Peter's Character is in 2 Epistle 2.10. Are not afraid to speak evil of Dignities,, They tremble not when they Blaspheme Dignities, Governors in Church and State.
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Libels are as Scouts of Sedition sent to spie out the inclinations of the people, or as infectious breath to poyson them.
Libels Are as Scouts of Sedition sent to spy out the inclinations of the people, or as infectious breath to poison them.
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These are they too, that wrest the best counsels and undertakings by a malicious interpretation:
These Are they too, that wrest the best Counsels and undertakings by a malicious Interpretation:
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whereas the Primitive Christians reverenced the Emperours, Ʋt hominem a Deo secundum — et solo Deo minorem,
whereas the Primitive Christians reverenced the emperors, Ʋt hominem a God secundum — et solo God Minor,
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As a man next to God, and inferiour, and accountable only to him; As a man next to God, and inferior, and accountable only to him;
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It is a strange fallacie then in any person to dishonour the King, & make that a Proof that he fears God.
It is a strange fallacy then in any person to dishonour the King, & make that a Proof that he fears God.
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These are those, that imbarque themselves in State-Affairs, that out of a covetous spiteful humour, or a furious frantique zeal, embroyl Kingdoms.
These Are those, that embark themselves in State affairs, that out of a covetous spiteful humour, or a furious frantic zeal, embroil Kingdoms.
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These finally, are those that defraud the Prince of any part of his Revenue:
These finally, Are those that defraud the Prince of any part of his Revenue:
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when our Saviour maluit supra Legem solvere, quam id quod erat legis non solvere, as St. Ambrose phraseth it, when our Saviour rather chose to give more then the Law exacted,
when our Saviour maluit supra Legem Solvere, quam id quod erat Legis non Solvere, as Saint Ambrose Phraseth it, when our Saviour rather chosen to give more then the Law exacted,
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lest he should pay less, and under it; some remark to us, that he was taxed in his Mothers womb.lest he should pay less, and under it; Some remark to us, that he was taxed in his Mother's womb.
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Is not this for the good and maintainance of the whole? If the Root be without water, will not the Branches wither? Is not the wealth of a Politick Father both a credit and support to his Children? would not that do better in the Exchequer, which is consumed upon mens lusts? Custom is a thing among St. Paul's Debts, not to be paid of courtesie, but duty;
Is not this for the good and maintenance of the Whole? If the Root be without water, will not the Branches wither? Is not the wealth of a Politic Father both a credit and support to his Children? would not that do better in the Exchequer, which is consumed upon men's Lustiest? Custom is a thing among Saint Paul's Debts, not to be paid of courtesy, but duty;
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not to be snipt by fraudulent defalcations: it is not a gratuity, donative, and mere benevolence;
not to be snipped by fraudulent defalcations: it is not a gratuity, donative, and mere benevolence;
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it is Gods part reserved for his Deputy, as an evidence of Subjection, and as a supply for his infinite Charge and Care.
it is God's part reserved for his Deputy, as an evidence of Subjection, and as a supply for his infinite Charge and Care.
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There is reason then (as His Majesty very lately by His Reverend Judges required) that Justices of Peace should see that He,
There is reason then (as His Majesty very lately by His Reverend Judges required) that Justices of Peace should see that He,
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and His Officers have Right done them as to this matter.
and His Officers have Right done them as to this matter.
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4. Fourthly, they are to be a terrour to intemperate and luxurious persons, to those that are hugely injurious to their Families, and impoverish them;
4. Fourthly, they Are to be a terror to intemperate and luxurious Persons, to those that Are hugely injurious to their Families, and impoverish them;
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it is too common for many well nigh to starve for one mans sinful excess;
it is too Common for many well High to starve for one men sinful excess;
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for the industrious and laborious to be overcharg'd for the relief of some, that are idle and expensive,
for the Industria and laborious to be overcharged for the relief of Some, that Are idle and expensive,
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and thus Trade and Manufactures are not improved.
and thus Trade and Manufactures Are not improved.
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This unmanly and base vice of drunkenness makes men like low wet marsh ground, that is too often overflown with water, that breeds nothing but Toads, and such vermine.
This unmanly and base vice of Drunkenness makes men like low wet marsh ground, that is too often overflown with water, that breeds nothing but Toads, and such vermin.
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These like Wens disfigure the face of the Kingdom, and burden it.
These like Wens disfigure the face of the Kingdom, and burden it.
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These are those, that not only put off Christianity, but Humanity, and lay themselves open to all immodesty and indecencies.
These Are those, that not only put off Christianity, but Humanity, and lay themselves open to all immodesty and indecencies.
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Our Laws have made good provision against these exorbitances, that they may be banished:
Our Laws have made good provision against these exorbitances, that they may be banished:
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Let such persons as sop and soak themselves in drink (to borrow the expression of a learned and devout Person of our own) to their shame and loss be made to know this.
Let such Persons as sop and soak themselves in drink (to borrow the expression of a learned and devout Person of our own) to their shame and loss be made to know this.
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3. Thirdly, I shall direct how Magistrates must terrifie and punish Evil-doers. 1. First, They must do it Verbo, by word, by good admonitions, and sharp reprehensions:
3. Thirdly, I shall Direct how Magistrates must terrify and Punish Evildoers. 1. First, They must do it Verbo, by word, by good admonitions, and sharp reprehensions:
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when the quality of the Offender and the offence call for it, answerable roughness is to be us'd.
when the quality of the Offender and the offence call for it, answerable roughness is to be used.
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It was Eli's fault, that he softly addrest his Sons, when so publick and notorious in their enormities;
It was Eli's fault, that he softly addressed his Sons, when so public and notorious in their enormities;
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he said to them (as 1 Sam. 2.23, 24.) Why do ye such things,
he said to them (as 1 Sam. 2.23, 24.) Why do you such things,
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for I hear of your evil dealings, by all this People;
for I hear of your evil dealings, by all this People;
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nay my Sons, for it is no good report that I hear, &c. Whereas he ought to have knit his brows and frown'd on them,nay my Sons, for it is no good report that I hear, etc. Whereas he ought to have knit his brows and frowned on them,
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as the word imports in 1 Sam. 3.13. He should have talkt them roundly, and in good earnest;
as the word imports in 1 Sam. 3.13. He should have talked them roundly, and in good earnest;
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such are resolutely and peremptorily to be told, that without a speedy Redress, they shall come under the lash of the Law.
such Are resolutely and peremptorily to be told, that without a speedy Redress, they shall come under the lash of the Law.
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When Arguments, and sweet insinuations, and meek approaches are ineffectual, and insuccessful; then rebuking NONLATINALPHABET, cuttingly, must take place;
When Arguments, and sweet insinuations, and meek Approaches Are ineffectual, and insuccessful; then rebuking, cuttingly, must take place;
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Them that sin, that is openly, rebuke before all, that others may fear, is an Apostolical Canon. Them that since, that is openly, rebuke before all, that Others may Fear, is an Apostolical Canon.
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2. Secondly, They are to terrifie verberibus, with real punishments, with penalties proportionable to the crime, and agreeable to the occasion:
2. Secondly, They Are to terrify verberibus, with real punishments, with penalties proportionable to the crime, and agreeable to the occasion:
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that by corporal and other Chastisements, the Magistrates may suppress murder, theft, & other disorders in the Commonwealth, few doubt,
that by corporal and other Chastisements, the Magistrates may suppress murder, theft, & other disorders in the Commonwealth, few doubt,
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unless they be against the office it self. As to Religion many have scrupled the lawfulness of force and compulsion.
unless they be against the office it self. As to Religion many have scrupled the lawfulness of force and compulsion.
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St. Augustine was once of this mind, but he retracted his opinion, when he saw the Donatists so barbarous and inhumane.
Saint Augustine was once of this mind, but he retracted his opinion, when he saw the Donatists so barbarous and inhumane.
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Tho' the inward sentiments cannot be chang'd, yet the outward deportment is to be regulated.
Though the inward sentiments cannot be changed, yet the outward deportment is to be regulated.
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The mad and Phrensiful are to be bound, the Lethargick to be awakened, for their own and others good;
The mad and Phrensiful Are to be bound, the Lethargic to be awakened, for their own and Others good;
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he that seems troublesome, is most kind. The words of a friend are better then the kisses of an enemy.
he that seems troublesome, is most kind. The words of a friend Are better then the Kisses of an enemy.
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Melius est cum severitate diligere, quam cum lenitate decipere, as saith the Father in this Case, a Blow in love should be more welcome then a Complement with deceit: Better est cum severitate diligere, quam cum lenitate decipere, as Says the Father in this Case, a Blow in love should be more welcome then a Compliment with deceit:
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Duritia vincenda, non suadenda is Tertulians Rule.Duritia vincenda, non suadenda is Tertulians Rule.
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Greg. Naz. had obtained some Patience to be us'd towards the Apollinarists, but when he saw how ill it succeeded, he wrote back to the President of the Countrey after this manner, NONLATINALPHABET, &c. mine intercession was unseasonable, for those wicked men will not make so good use of your indulgence, Greg. Nazareth had obtained Some Patience to be used towards the Apollinarists, but when he saw how ill it succeeded, he wrote back to the President of the Country After this manner,, etc. mine Intercession was unseasonable, for those wicked men will not make so good use of your indulgence,
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as to be ashamed and better'd. Some say that this is the ready way to make Hypocrites;as to be ashamed and bettered. some say that this is the ready Way to make Hypocrites;
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this is partly a mistake, for many by this means become true converts, they truly love that, which they were brought to out of fear;
this is partly a mistake, for many by this means become true converts, they truly love that, which they were brought to out of Fear;
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of many, that were compelled to the Marriage feast, there was but one that had not on a Wedding Garment.
of many, that were compelled to the Marriage feast, there was but one that had not on a Wedding Garment.
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Besides the same may be argued against the scourges of God, the afflictions and judgements that he he sends;
Beside the same may be argued against the scourges of God, the afflictions and Judgments that he he sends;
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Pharoh and Ahab were but humbled for a time, they were rank Dissemblers.Pharaoh and Ahab were but humbled for a time, they were rank Dissemblers.
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The extraordinary Calamities, that God visited the irreligious with is ground surely for the use of the Magistrates ordinary Power.
The extraordinary Calamities, that God visited the irreligious with is ground surely for the use of the Magistrates ordinary Power.
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The Kings of Old, and the Emperours in the Christian state, alwayes were perswaded, that when other means were not prevalent, they were licenc'd to have recourse to the Sword:
The Kings of Old, and the emperors in the Christian state, always were persuaded, that when other means were not prevalent, they were licenced to have recourse to the Sword:
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The Church, tho' after the trial of all other experiments, had recourse to the secular Arme.
The Church, though After the trial of all other experiments, had recourse to the secular Arm.
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3. Thirdly, They are to terrifie, Vitâ & exemplo, by their life and conversation.
3. Thirdly, They Are to terrify, Vitâ & exemplo, by their life and Conversation.
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A good life is a tart reproof, a reproach to him, that is dissolute, Castigat qui non consentit, as Lactantius saith well here, he is a Corrector, that is holy, just, temperate, patient, to him that is otherwise.
A good life is a tart reproof, a reproach to him, that is dissolute, Castigate qui non consentit, as Lactantius Says well Here, he is a Corrector, that is holy, just, temperate, patient, to him that is otherwise.
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Those that are over and above others, do seem to command what themselves do;
Those that Are over and above Others, do seem to command what themselves do;
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Why compellest thou, saith St. Paul to St. Peter NONLATINALPHABET, Why dost thou necessitate the Gentiles, &c. All this Violence was in his Practice, he laid no hands on them, as St. Hierome notes.Why compellest thou, Says Saint Paul to Saint Peter, Why dost thou necessitate the Gentiles, etc. All this Violence was in his Practice, he laid no hands on them, as Saint Jerome notes.
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That disease is most dangerous, that begins at, or comes from the head; tall Trees by their droppings destroy all the Fruits about them;
That disease is most dangerous, that begins At, or comes from the head; tall Trees by their droppings destroy all the Fruits about them;
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the very deformities of great men are applauded and imitated, as was seen in Alexander; In an exalted condition the biggest offences are powerful, as the Historian observes concerning Cajus Caligula. And the Philosopher and Father tell us, That men heeded more what Jupiter did, then what Plato taught;
the very deformities of great men Are applauded and imitated, as was seen in Alexander; In an exalted condition the biggest offences Are powerful, as the Historian observes Concerning Cajus Caligula. And the Philosopher and Father tell us, That men heeded more what Jupiter did, then what Plato taught;
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Vertuous living creates Veneration in the Spectators and Beholders: Herod feared John, knowing that he was a just and holy man.
Virtuous living creates Veneration in the Spectators and Beholders: Herod feared John, knowing that he was a just and holy man.
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Even those that will not follow, and with their lips condemn the good, yet secretly admire, and absolve them;
Even those that will not follow, and with their lips condemn the good, yet secretly admire, and absolve them;
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I find no fault in this man saith Pilate, when about to pass Sentence.
I find no fault in this man Says Pilate, when about to pass Sentence.
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Whereas a sinful obscene life, makes a man a companion, and ranks him with the Basest;
Whereas a sinful obscene life, makes a man a Companion, and ranks him with the Basest;
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it weakens his commands, he cannot well be severe against what he is deeply ingaged in;
it weakens his commands, he cannot well be severe against what he is deeply engaged in;
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how can he clearly see to pull out the mote out of anothers eye, that hath a beam in his own? He can but faintly tax that, which every one knows him subject to;
how can he clearly see to pull out the mote out of another's eye, that hath a beam in his own? He can but faintly Tax that, which every one knows him Subject to;
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he is oblig'd to be, and shew himself an adversary, but how can he be, & shew himself so?
he is obliged to be, and show himself an adversary, but how can he be, & show himself so?
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4. Fourthly, I shall in the fourth place shew what Rulers are to be observed, that Magistrates may terrifie Evil-doers.
4. Fourthly, I shall in the fourth place show what Rulers Are to be observed, that Magistrates may terrify Evildoers.
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1. First, They must fairly search into things, that come under their consideration; sift out what is intricate, not be prepossest and byast by plausible suggestions;
1. First, They must fairly search into things, that come under their consideration; sift out what is intricate, not be prepossessed and biased by plausible suggestions;
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they must hear both sides patiently, weigh matter of fact, and skilfully determine about it. It is said Prov. 25.2. That the honour of Kings is to search out a matter;
they must hear both sides patiently, weigh matter of fact, and skilfully determine about it. It is said Curae 25.2. That the honour of Kings is to search out a matter;
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it advanceth their honour to decide nothing but after strict examination, and give the clearest reasons of their proceedings,
it Advanceth their honour to decide nothing but After strict examination, and give the Clearest Reasons of their proceedings,
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and not be imposed upon by false colours, and deceitful glosses, which cunning wits are apt to put upon Causes that are brough• before them;
and not be imposed upon by false colours, and deceitful Glosses, which cunning wits Are apt to put upon Causes that Are brough• before them;
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They are to try all to the bottom, that they may make a full discovery.
They Are to try all to the bottom, that they may make a full discovery.
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They that give heed to every Story, and accusation, to every Calumny, will quickly be intangled in errour.
They that give heed to every Story, and accusation, to every Calumny, will quickly be entangled in error.
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There will never want slanderers to traduce their brethren and neighbours, & to forestal them by sliely instilling suspicions and jealousies;
There will never want slanderers to traduce their brothers and neighbours, & to forestal them by sliely instilling suspicions and jealousies;
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there is nothing so base, and sordid, but some can put it into an handsome dress and mode.
there is nothing so base, and sordid, but Some can put it into an handsome dress and mode.
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2. Secondly, they must evidence their love to Justice, and their Resolution not to recede from it.
2. Secondly, they must evidence their love to justice, and their Resolution not to recede from it.
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When Solomon had made that prudent decision concerning the two women contending whose the living and dead Child was, the conclusion is, as in 1 Kings 3.28. And all Israel heard of the judgement which the King had judged, and they feared the King;
When Solomon had made that prudent decision Concerning the two women contending whose the living and dead Child was, the conclusion is, as in 1 Kings 3.28. And all Israel herd of the judgement which the King had judged, and they feared the King;
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for they saw that the wisdom of God was with him (in the midst of him) to do judgement. Where there is no partiality, no needless delays in Judgement,for they saw that the Wisdom of God was with him (in the midst of him) to do judgement. Where there is no partiality, no needless delays in Judgement,
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when no evil doer can hope to escape, nor innocent person fear to be opprest, and depriv'd of what is his own, there are Governors respected
when no evil doer can hope to escape, nor innocent person Fear to be oppressed, and deprived of what is his own, there Are Governors respected
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3. Thirdly, They must fear and serve God: He will stand by them in his Service;
3. Thirdly, They must Fear and serve God: He will stand by them in his Service;
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he will direct, guide, bless them;
he will Direct, guide, bless them;
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he will (as in 1 Chron. 28.20.) be with them, he will not fail nor forsake them. he will (as in 1 Chronicles 28.20.) be with them, he will not fail nor forsake them.
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And the Advice left to Solomon by David is, as V. 9. And thou Solomon my son, know thou the God of thy Father and serve him with a perfect heart,
And the advice left to Solomon by David is, as V. 9. And thou Solomon my son, know thou the God of thy Father and serve him with a perfect heart,
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and with a willing mind, for the Lord searcheth all hearts, and understandeth all the imaginations of the thoughts, &c. 4. Fourthly, They must be a refuge and Sanctuary to the helpless, & to them that are overcome by might.and with a willing mind, for the Lord Searches all hearts, and understands all the Imaginations of the thoughts, etc. 4. Fourthly, They must be a refuge and Sanctuary to the helpless, & to them that Are overcome by might.
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God whom they represent, & whose receivers they are, hath undertaken the protection, and espoused the cause of the Fatherless, of the Widow, and the Poor:
God whom they represent, & whose Receivers they Are, hath undertaken the protection, and espoused the cause of the Fatherless, of the Widow, and the Poor:
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they are as his menial Servants, under a peculiar oversight, which charge he hath committed to the Magistrates, his Delegates.
they Are as his menial Servants, under a peculiar oversight, which charge he hath committed to the Magistrates, his Delegates.
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These are to plead their causes;
These Are to plead their Causes;
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they are to be eyes to the blind, hands to the impotent, feet to the lame, shelter to all the needy, against them that would wrong and devour them.
they Are to be eyes to the blind, hands to the impotent, feet to the lame, shelter to all the needy, against them that would wrong and devour them.
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Behold and hear a singular pattern of Justice, one of such integrity, that thereby he got respect;
Behold and hear a singular pattern of justice, one of such integrity, that thereby he god respect;
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it is Job, who Chap. 29.11.
it is Job, who Chap. 29.11.
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of the Book that goes under his name, thus reports of himself, When the ear heard me,
of the Book that Goes under his name, thus reports of himself, When the ear herd me,
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then it blessed me, and when the eye saw me, it gave witness to me,
then it blessed me, and when the eye saw me, it gave witness to me,
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because I delivered the Poor that cried, and the Fatherless, and him that had none to help him;
Because I Delivered the Poor that cried, and the Fatherless, and him that had none to help him;
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the blessing of him that was ready to perish came upon me, and I caused the widows heart to sing for joy, &c. He was honoured, had his praise proclaimed,the blessing of him that was ready to perish Come upon me, and I caused the Widows heart to sing for joy, etc. He was honoured, had his praise proclaimed,
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because he was alwayes ready to listen to the complaints of the poor, and of such as had none to take their parts, when opprest;
Because he was always ready to listen to the complaints of the poor, and of such as had none to take their parts, when oppressed;
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He appeared on their side, and lookt that none made a prey and preferment of them;
He appeared on their side, and looked that none made a prey and preferment of them;
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He brake the jaws of the wicked, and pluckt the prey out of their Teeth, he made them restore what they had snatcht and extorted by violence:He brake the Jaws of the wicked, and plucked the prey out of their Teeth, he made them restore what they had snatched and extorted by violence:
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hence the worst of men stood in aw of him. 5. Fifthly, they must sue to God for assistance & conduct.
hence the worst of men stood in awe of him. 5. Fifthly, they must sue to God for assistance & conduct.
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It was wisdom and understanding, gifts of Government that Solomon askt, when he had leave to desire what he would;
It was Wisdom and understanding, Gifts of Government that Solomon asked, when he had leave to desire what he would;
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when he had, as it were, a blank given him, and behold God gave him riches and honour, and all outward glorie in abundance, as an over plus.
when he had, as it were, a blank given him, and behold God gave him riches and honour, and all outward glory in abundance, as an over plus.
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It is prudence, courage, uprightness, knowledge, ability that they are to be importunate for and use proper means that they may procure them.
It is prudence, courage, uprightness, knowledge, ability that they Are to be importunate for and use proper means that they may procure them.
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They are soon over-reacht by flattery, master'd by difficulties, intangled by ignorance, over-aw'd by greatness, surpriz'd by craft,
They Are soon overreached by flattery, mastered by difficulties, entangled by ignorance, overawed by greatness, surprised by craft,
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if God concur not with them;
if God concur not with them;
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they are liable to temptations, which they easily fall into, unless he vouchsafe more then ordinary auxiliaries and advantages.
they Are liable to temptations, which they Easily fallen into, unless he vouchsafe more then ordinary auxiliaries and advantages.
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And we, even for our own good, are to beg of God, that they may be rightly qualified for their imployment,
And we, even for our own good, Are to beg of God, that they may be rightly qualified for their employment,
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and sincere in the discharge of their Duty; Thus we shall partake of the benefits.
and sincere in the discharge of their Duty; Thus we shall partake of the benefits.
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There is a short Lesson for us in Num. 27. 16, 17. Let the Lord, the God of the Spirits of all flesh, set men over the Congregation, which may go out before them,
There is a short lesson for us in Num. 27. 16, 17. Let the Lord, the God of the Spirits of all Flesh, Set men over the Congregation, which may go out before them,
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and which may go in before them, &c. that the Congregation of the Lord may not be as sheep without a shepheard; and which may go in before them, etc. that the Congregation of the Lord may not be as sheep without a shepherd;
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we have another instance in 1 Chr. 29.19. We then do well pray That under them we may be Godly and quietly govern'd,
we have Another instance in 1 Christ 29.19. We then do well pray That under them we may be Godly and quietly governed,
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and that they may truly and indifferently minister justice to the punishment of wickedness and vice,
and that they may truly and indifferently minister Justice to the punishment of wickedness and vice,
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and to the maintenance of Gods true Religion and vertue. and to the maintenance of God's true Religion and virtue.
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5. Fifthly, I shall propound some perswasives to induce Magistrates to perform this duty, namely, to be a terrour to Evil-doers.
5. Fifthly, I shall propound Some persuasive to induce Magistrates to perform this duty, namely, to be a terror to Evildoers.
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1. First, Thus they are true, honest, and beneficial to their great Master, the Prince; Righteousness exalteth a Nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.
1. First, Thus they Are true, honest, and beneficial to their great Master, the Prince; Righteousness Exalteth a nation, but since is a reproach to any people.
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Religion makes a Kingdom glorious and prosperous; Sin debaseth it, as some of the Ancients have observed as to the Heathens:
Religion makes a Kingdom glorious and prosperous; since debaseth it, as Some of the Ancients have observed as to the heathens:
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This is the great Prop and Bulwark of the Throne, as Pro. c. 16.12. and cap. 25.5. we read, Take away the wicked (Rebels and other ungodly persons) from before the King, and his throne shall be established in Righteousness.
This is the great Prop and Bulwark of the Throne, as Pro c. 16.12. and cap. 25.5. we read, Take away the wicked (Rebels and other ungodly Persons) from before the King, and his throne shall be established in Righteousness.
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The continuance of Davids house was upon this condition.
The Continuance of Davids house was upon this condition.
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He is Treacherous to the King, that punisheth not the impious, that is not active and zealous against Sedition, and other transgressions.
He is Treacherous to the King, that Punisheth not the impious, that is not active and zealous against Sedition, and other transgressions.
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It was as long as Ʋzziah sought the Lord that he prospered, as we are informed in 1 Chr. 26.5, 6. And when Jehosaphat walked in the Commandments of the Lord,
It was as long as Ʋzziah sought the Lord that he prospered, as we Are informed in 1 Christ 26.5, 6. And when Jehoshaphat walked in the commandments of the Lord,
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and the Priests went about, and taught the Law, it follows, (as 1 Chr. 17.10.) And the fear of the Lord fell upon all the Kingdoms of the Lands, that were round about Judah,
and the Priests went about, and taught the Law, it follows, (as 1 Christ 17.10.) And the Fear of the Lord fell upon all the Kingdoms of the Lands, that were round about Judah,
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so that they made no war against Jehosaphat. so that they made no war against Jehoshaphat.
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That is an excellent piece of Instruction of St. Cyprian, Esto Religiosus in Deum, si vis illum propitium Imperatori, be thou pious towards God,
That is an excellent piece of Instruction of Saint Cyprian, Esto Religious in God, si vis Ilum propitium Imperatori, be thou pious towards God,
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if thou wouldst have him propitious and favourable to the Emperour. if thou Wouldst have him propitious and favourable to the Emperor.
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The prosperity of the Common-wealth, as Constantine told Anilinus Governour of Africa, did depend upon their estimation and practice of Religion,
The Prosperity of the Commonwealth, as Constantine told Anilinus Governor of Africa, did depend upon their estimation and practice of Religion,
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and therefore he afforded large immunities to the Bishops and others, that were more immediatly conversant about it.
and Therefore he afforded large immunities to the Bishops and Others, that were more immediately conversant about it.
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This (as Evagrius acquaint us) was plainly affirmed by Zeno the Emperour.
This (as Evagrius acquaint us) was plainly affirmed by Zeno the Emperor.
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Yea it is delivered by an infallible hand, in 1 Sam. 12. ult. If ye (not he) do wickedly, ye shall perish both ye and your King.
Yea it is Delivered by an infallible hand, in 1 Sam. 12. ult. If you (not he) do wickedly, you shall perish both you and your King.
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The sins of a People may ruine a Prince, tho' he have not offended in the like manner.
The Sins of a People may ruin a Prince, though he have not offended in the like manner.
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2. Secondly, Thus Crimes will grow less numerous;
2. Secondly, Thus Crimes will grow less numerous;
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It is such as are least punisht that most abound, as we see in swearing, slander and drunkenness: theft and adultery are not so frequent and bare faced as those.
It is such as Are least punished that most abound, as we see in swearing, slander and Drunkenness: theft and adultery Are not so frequent and bore faced as those.
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Impunity invites men to break a Law; non-execution defeats the good designs of it. Thus those, that should lessen offences, do multiply them;
Impunity invites men to break a Law; nonexecution defeats the good designs of it. Thus those, that should lessen offences, do multiply them;
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and this Toleration of Injustice, and any impiety intitles them to it. I shall now pass on to the Inferences to be added by way of Application.
and this Toleration of Injustice, and any impiety entitles them to it. I shall now pass on to the Inferences to be added by Way of Application.
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1. Inf. First, Then there is no ground for Malefactors to think much or murmur, when threatned or punished;
1. Infant First, Then there is no ground for Malefactors to think much or murmur, when threatened or punished;
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stubborn Diseases call for course remedies, and Medicines.
stubborn Diseases call for course remedies, and Medicines.
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Est merè diabolicum dogma; saith Beza, sinendum esse unumquem { que }, ut si volet, pereat, that everyone is to be suffered, Est merè diabolicum dogma; Says Beza, sinendum esse unumquem { que }, ut si volet, pereat, that everyone is to be suffered,
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if he will to perish, is a Diabolical opinion. if he will to perish, is a Diabolical opinion.
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Reason will tell them, that those that are prejudicial to themselves and others, must out of compassion be curb'd;
Reason will tell them, that those that Are prejudicial to themselves and Others, must out of compassion be curbed;
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sometimes tied hand & foot Bears, & Tygers, & Wolves, and Lions must not run loose;
sometime tied hand & foot Bears, & Tigers, & Wolves, and Lions must not run lose;
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nothing will prevail with some, but sharp handling, so disingenuous they are; Let them not complain, when they have but what is their due.
nothing will prevail with Some, but sharp handling, so disingenuous they Are; Let them not complain, when they have but what is their endue.
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2. Inf. Secondly, Then Government and Ruling is an hard task; they have unruly, strong passions, heady, boistrous men to set limits to.
2. Infant Secondly, Then Government and Ruling is an hard task; they have unruly, strong passion, heady, boisterous men to Set Limits to.
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Hear Moses, a person of great learning, and rare accomplishments, expostulating with God (as Num. 11.11.) about this matter;
Hear Moses, a person of great learning, and rare accomplishments, expostulating with God (as Num. 11.11.) about this matter;
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And Moses said unto the Lord, wherefore hast thou afflicted thy servant? And wherefore have I not found favour in thy sight, that thou layest the burden of all this people upon me? He thought his shoulders unmeet for such a heavy Load.And Moses said unto the Lord, Wherefore hast thou afflicted thy servant? And Wherefore have I not found favour in thy sighed, that thou layest the burden of all this people upon me? He Thought his shoulders unmeet for such a heavy Load.
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Such various tempers it is no easie thing to over-rule, that they may proportionably Administer to the welfare of all;
Such various tempers it is no easy thing to overrule, that they may proportionably Administer to the welfare of all;
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Solomon (as 2 Chr. 1, 10.) accounted it as well nigh impossible, Who can judge (saith he) this thy people that is so great? Solomon (as 2 Christ 1, 10.) accounted it as well High impossible, Who can judge (Says he) this thy people that is so great?
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3. Inf. Thirdly, Then here is a Standard and great measure for Rulers; they are to promote what is good, and obstruct what is sinful and evil.
3. Infant Thirdly, Then Here is a Standard and great measure for Rulers; they Are to promote what is good, and obstruct what is sinful and evil.
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A King (as Prov. 28.8.) that sitteth on the Throne of Judgement, scattereth away all evil with his eyes; A King (as Curae 28.8.) that Sitteth on the Throne of Judgement, Scattereth away all evil with his eyes;
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there is not an ill thing hath the confidence to come in his sight. Every one is watchful that he may do what he ought.
there is not an ill thing hath the confidence to come in his sighed. Every one is watchful that he may do what he ought.
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The young men saith Job, as Cap. 29.8. saw me and hid themselves, & the aged arose and stood up; The young men Says Job, as Cap. 29.8. saw me and hid themselves, & the aged arose and stood up;
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They could not see him without awful apprehensions. The stourest transgressors should know that there is an holy warmth in the Magistrates heart,
They could not see him without awful apprehensions. The stourest transgressors should know that there is an holy warmth in the Magistrates heart,
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& a sword in their hands; they should make those tremble & fly into corners
& a sword in their hands; they should make those tremble & fly into corners
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They should (as one of their quality once profest) never deny justice to the poor for their poverty,
They should (as one of their quality once professed) never deny Justice to the poor for their poverty,
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nor pardon the wealthy for their riches. They should never give reward for affection, nor punishment for passion.
nor pardon the wealthy for their riches. They should never give reward for affection, nor punishment for passion.
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They should never suffer evil to go unpunished, nor goodness unrewarded.
They should never suffer evil to go unpunished, nor Goodness unrewarded.
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They should not deny justice to him that prayes for it, nor mercy to him that deserves it.
They should not deny Justice to him that prays for it, nor mercy to him that deserves it.
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They should never open their door to the flatterer, nor their ear to the backbiter.
They should never open their door to the flatterer, nor their ear to the backbiter.
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They should seek to be loved of the good, and to be feared of the evil.
They should seek to be loved of the good, and to be feared of the evil.
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They should always favour the Poor, that are able to do little, & God, that is able to do much will favour them.
They should always favour the Poor, that Are able to do little, & God, that is able to do much will favour them.
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They must call to mind, that Government is rather Gratiâ gubernati, then Gubernatoris, for the sake of the Governed, then Governing.
They must call to mind, that Government is rather Gratiâ gubernati, then Gubernatoris, for the sake of the Governed, then Governing.
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They must remember, that all the Power in the World is unable to establish in a sinful course.
They must Remember, that all the Power in the World is unable to establish in a sinful course.
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They must not screen under their Authority, any Covetous or revengeful purposes, or Attempts.
They must not screen under their authority, any Covetous or revengeful Purposes, or Attempts.
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4. Inf. Fourthly, and lastly, then see here the happiness of a people, that hath good Rulers.
4. Infant Fourthly, and lastly, then see Here the happiness of a people, that hath good Rulers.
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What a blessing is it, that we have a Prince so Just, so Generous, and that hath declared himself an enemy to all exorbitances? Constantines Court was applauded for being like a Temple, a Church;
What a blessing is it, that we have a Prince so Just, so Generous, and that hath declared himself an enemy to all exorbitances? Constantines Court was applauded for being like a Temple, a Church;
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and when Cicero had executed the conspirators with Cataline, the people nam'd him the Saviour and Founder of the City.
and when Cicero had executed the conspirators with Cataline, the people named him the Saviour and Founder of the city.
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Let us behold God in the Magistrate, and account of order as a precious thing.
Let us behold God in the Magistrate, and account of order as a precious thing.
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We cannot so much as be without Government, and then how great a mercy is it,
We cannot so much as be without Government, and then how great a mercy is it,
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when our Governours are active to prevent evil, and propagate good? Let us give them reverence in word, gesture, action, which we ow them
when our Governors Are active to prevent evil, and propagate good? Let us give them Reverence in word, gesture, actium, which we owe them
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Let us willingly obey their lawful commands, tho' sometimes (as we imagine) inexpedient. Let us not unnecessarily publish their mistakes.
Let us willingly obey their lawful commands, though sometime (as we imagine) inexpedient. Let us not unnecessarily publish their mistakes.
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Let it be our daily prayers (as we have been lately taughe, by a better hand) that under them we may lead peaceable and quiet lives in all godliness and honesty.
Let it be our daily Prayers (as we have been lately taughe, by a better hand) that under them we may led peaceable and quiet lives in all godliness and honesty.
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Let us study (be ambitious) to live peaceably and mind our own business,
Let us study (be ambitious) to live peaceably and mind our own business,
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then we shall procure a blessing upon them, and our selves, God will be magnified, the Throne strengthened, vice discouraged;
then we shall procure a blessing upon them, and our selves, God will be magnified, the Throne strengthened, vice discouraged;
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and whatsoever things are true, whatsover things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are venerable, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report will thrive and flourish. FINIS.and whatsoever things Are true, whatsoever things Are just, whatsoever things Are pure, whatsoever things Are venerable, whatsoever things Are lovely, whatsoever things Are of good report will thrive and flourish. FINIS.
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